My 07 Nomad, when loaded down with me, daughter, 3 day pack, and all the "just in case" junk in the bags, I used to put my shocks up near the max in the 35 psi range. This gave a bit of a rough ride, but rolling through switchbacks in the mountains, the suspension would not wallow or compress to the point I would be tearing up hard parts if there was a dip in the road.. Normally run a few PSI over ambient. I did also tie both of my shocks together with an air crossover so there was 1 fill point (that did not require the bags to be removed to check or fill) and both were automatically equal. It makes a huge difference when you understand how to work with the suspension to get the effect you need for the ride you are on.
I'm 5'10" 250lbs, I'm at III and 30psi. It definitely got rid of the marshmallow ride from the stock setting and II and 20psi. When I load up in a week for a 5 day trip, I'll probably leave it at III and bump up the psi to 40. I carry the little hand pump so I can adjust on the road. FYI: if you pump with the tire on the ground subtract 4psi from what you think you put in it. If you lift the bike off the rear tire, the shocks go down 4psi. The manual says to pump when jacked up...the bike, not you.
I have a Kawasaki Vaquero as well. I'm 5'10, 200, and I run 20 psi each side and 4 setting. Bike runs great. The roads are horrible in Alabama😂. Your right, though, this set up cost nothing👌🏿. Stay safe!!!
Good looking bike. Really like the color. I almost went with one of these after my Vulcan 900. The rear suspension on my bike is pretty terrible from the factory. Planning on changing the shocks out here pretty soon. Looks like a decent setup on your bike. Ride safe.
Truly, I would say see how stock feels and if it still feels squishy or not quite right then try 5 to 10psi. I would say try the rebound dampner on 3 but if it's too bouncy go back to 2. At your height and weight, stock may be perfect
ok, so I assume the more air you put in the stiffer the suspension is, to take more weight better, not bottom out on bumps etc.. but I don't get what the rebound dampener is? I assume from the name its how long it takes to get back to normal after compressing? Do higher numbers mean faster or slower? Mine is at stock, but I also only weight 90 lbs, and might pack a lot of stuff, but the weight is never that much total.
You are correct on both accounts, for the rebound damper the higher the number/ setting the slower it will take to get back to normal. More dampening. The lower the number the the faster it rebounds back to normal. You can have a ride that is too stiff or too bouncy if the settings aren't right. At your weight stock is likely fine. You can easily mess with this adjustment and go for a ride and see what settings you like or prefer. These shocks make it a breeze to fine tune for each riders unique situation! Play with the dial and see what works for you.
@@dennytuma I'm not sure that's the point of the post, just was curious about suspension. Not everyone is built the same, lol... curse of being 5' tall isn't fun either. I can ride a large bike like this, but I don't do it alone since I can't push it around by myself, but I don't let size stop me from doing what I want to do.
I did not, I don't plan on doing that. There is a group on Facebook called Kawasaki Vulcan Voyager/Vaquero where a ton of people have done it! I don't think I've seen a negative review of it though
@@elitepatrol3256 I had Ivan’s flash on one of my bikes and it is amazing. I would like to get a Voyager or Vaquero as they are less than half the price and double the Harley quality and reliability. My only concern was the Voyager being under powered. I assume you don’t feel that way?
@Nervedraz I do not feel that way but this is my biggest bike and only touring bike/bagger I've had. So if you're coming from an Indian or a Harley I'm not sure how this would compare! My opinion is even if the Voyager felt underpowered compared to Harley or Indian i still couldn't justify the Harley/Indian price tag.
I have a voyager and can tell you that with the flash it's a bigger difference than the suspension change. You don't have a clue of what you're missing. You won't find a negative review because it makes the bike a 1700. GET IT DONE!!!
My 07 Nomad, when loaded down with me, daughter, 3 day pack, and all the "just in case" junk in the bags, I used to put my shocks up near the max in the 35 psi range.
This gave a bit of a rough ride, but rolling through switchbacks in the mountains, the suspension would not wallow or compress to the point I would be tearing up hard parts if there was a dip in the road..
Normally run a few PSI over ambient.
I did also tie both of my shocks together with an air crossover so there was 1 fill point (that did not require the bags to be removed to check or fill) and both were automatically equal.
It makes a huge difference when you understand how to work with the suspension to get the effect you need for the ride you are on.
Greetings,
As always another brilliant detailed video production 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸
Keep producing more videos about the Voyager
I'm 5'10" 250lbs, I'm at III and 30psi. It definitely got rid of the marshmallow ride from the stock setting and II and 20psi. When I load up in a week for a 5 day trip, I'll probably leave it at III and bump up the psi to 40. I carry the little hand pump so I can adjust on the road. FYI: if you pump with the tire on the ground subtract 4psi from what you think you put in it. If you lift the bike off the rear tire, the shocks go down 4psi. The manual says to pump when jacked up...the bike, not you.
I have a Kawasaki Vaquero as well. I'm 5'10, 200, and I run 20 psi each side and 4 setting. Bike runs great. The roads are horrible in Alabama😂. Your right, though, this set up cost nothing👌🏿. Stay safe!!!
I go 18 psi when riding solo, 25 psi when 2 up. Never bottom out even on rough roads. I weigh 240 lbs.
Great video thanks for the information. Take Care and Be Safe.
Thank you! You as well!
Good looking bike. Really like the color. I almost went with one of these after my Vulcan 900. The rear suspension on my bike is pretty terrible from the factory. Planning on changing the shocks out here pretty soon. Looks like a decent setup on your bike. Ride safe.
Thank you! I don't have any issues with the factory shocks. You ride safe too!
Here's another one hardly anybody bothers with - throttle freeplay. Lovely bike btw ride safe rubber side down & all the rest of it...
What’s throttle free play?
I play disc golf. Nothing to make fun of... great sport. What do you recommend for someone 5'4" 145lbs?
Truly, I would say see how stock feels and if it still feels squishy or not quite right then try 5 to 10psi. I would say try the rebound dampner on 3 but if it's too bouncy go back to 2. At your height and weight, stock may be perfect
ok, so I assume the more air you put in the stiffer the suspension is, to take more weight better, not bottom out on bumps etc.. but I don't get what the rebound dampener is? I assume from the name its how long it takes to get back to normal after compressing? Do higher numbers mean faster or slower? Mine is at stock, but I also only weight 90 lbs, and might pack a lot of stuff, but the weight is never that much total.
You are correct on both accounts, for the rebound damper the higher the number/ setting the slower it will take to get back to normal. More dampening. The lower the number the the faster it rebounds back to normal. You can have a ride that is too stiff or too bouncy if the settings aren't right. At your weight stock is likely fine. You can easily mess with this adjustment and go for a ride and see what settings you like or prefer. These shocks make it a breeze to fine tune for each riders unique situation! Play with the dial and see what works for you.
90 pounds? how old are you 10?
@@dennytuma I'm not sure that's the point of the post, just was curious about suspension. Not everyone is built the same, lol... curse of being 5' tall isn't fun either. I can ride a large bike like this, but I don't do it alone since I can't push it around by myself, but I don't let size stop me from doing what I want to do.
Did you have your ECU flashed by Ivan? Was wondering how you find the overall performance.
I did not, I don't plan on doing that. There is a group on Facebook called Kawasaki Vulcan Voyager/Vaquero where a ton of people have done it! I don't think I've seen a negative review of it though
@@elitepatrol3256 I had Ivan’s flash on one of my bikes and it is amazing. I would like to get a Voyager or Vaquero as they are less than half the price and double the Harley quality and reliability. My only concern was the Voyager being under powered. I assume you don’t feel that way?
@Nervedraz I do not feel that way but this is my biggest bike and only touring bike/bagger I've had. So if you're coming from an Indian or a Harley I'm not sure how this would compare! My opinion is even if the Voyager felt underpowered compared to Harley or Indian i still couldn't justify the Harley/Indian price tag.
I have a voyager and can tell you that with the flash it's a bigger difference than the suspension change. You don't have a clue of what you're missing. You won't find a negative review because it makes the bike a 1700. GET IT DONE!!!
Does it make the bike just FEEL stronger or would you say it adds muscle/speed?@douglashawkins4402
i found the best thing to do with the air shocks is to take them off throw them in the junk pile and put good shocks on
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@@elitepatrol3256 Sorry but the suspension is actually very very good on these bikes unlike Harley you don't need an upgrade.