Feb 16, 2006 · It is a Vulcan Classic 1600. I did a complete oil change including filter. Also cleaned out the oil strainer. I used a total of about 3.1 qt. After the oil change, I did check the level and it was about 1/4 up the sight glass. I think 3.1 qts is low for VN1600. Jul 23, 2009 · 52 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Jul 23, 2009. Before purchasing a 2009 Voyager, I went to the Kawasaki website and to three dealers trying to find out the gas mileage. I had read reviews that gave the mileage as 35-36 MPG. That did not sound very good compared to the HD Electraglide Ultra Classic which is rated at 54 MPG on the highway. You should perform the first oil change on a new engine after 25 hours of operation then every 100 hours as needed. We recommend you check the oil levels daily and always use Genuine Kawasaki 4 Stroke Engine oil. To make changing your oil fast, easy and clean, get yourself a Kawasaki Oil Drain Hose! Part# 51044-0902. Use the quick reference May 18, 2012 · A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, Vulcan 1500, Vulcan 2000, Vulcan 500, Vulcan 1600, Vulcan 900 and all other Vulcan motorcycles. all the way to the right and left to ensure that the idle speed doesn’t change. If the idle speed increases, check the throttle grip free play and the cable routing. If necessary, adjust the throttle cable as follows: •. Loosen the locknuts [A] and screw the adjusters [B] all the. Jun 8, 2013 · 491 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Jun 9, 2013. Your Nomad takes just over 5 qts with the filter change. Make sure read your owners manual carefully and follow the procedure for checking your oil and for changing it. If you dont you will overfill it. This is a common issue with new owners. Btw, congrats on your new Nomad!! Jun 17, 2011 · Kawasaki recommends running the oil level at the bottom of the filler plug threads when the bike is level. This is approximately 8 oz. of oil on the Drifter. I use a synthetic oil, it helps the differential run cooler. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. 1QxEq.

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