Kawasaki Vulcan S Booster Plug Install
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- Entertaining and Informative Video of the Install of a Booster Plug on my 2017 Kawasaki Vulcan S Cafe.
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Hey mate great vid, never heard of this booster plug thing before this video and am interested yet slightly confused, so it tricks the sensor into dumping in more fuel because it detects a lower engine temperature therefore more fuel for power, I wanna know if that would damage the engine because of the higher amount of fuel being added with the engine reading cooler?
Also isn’t the power commander more for “re-tuning” the bike because of modifications made to the exhaust system e.g TBR full system + DNA air filter and the power commander adjusts to the new air to fuel ratio? I don’t think it was intended to solve the issues you mentioned with it being a bit more jumpy in second and first gear, I’ve recently purchased a brand new Vulcan also and haven’t noticed that yet but will take note of it next time, might be a bit different for us in Aus since we are forced to have the restricted version (35kw + 45hp vs 45kw + 55hp)
And did you drill holes in the muffler to make it louder?
Sorry for the barrage of questions 😅😂 just curious
Wadie _ Great questions! I don't know if I can answer them all with accuracy as I am learning myself. A lot of your questions can be accurately answered on a great forum like Vulcanforums.com in the 650 section. From what I have read, it is completely safe and your ecu actually relearns and adapts.
I did drill holes in my exhaust. Its louder but not with the deep growl we'd all like to have.
The power commander is a dyno tool that you either buy maps or reflashes for it or tune it yourself and hope you don't screw something up. BoosterPlug is plug and play as you can see! It has a good positive history with other bikes as well. And its only $160 usd, so thats a huge savings over Power Comander.
Hope this helps and thanks for reaching out!!
The booster plug makes MINOR fuel adjustments. I don't see how "dumping more fuel" is implied. You'd get the same results from a Power Commander V tuned to adjust the air/fuel mix at lower RPM, but didn't pay $350!
Lucky guy, I got my booster plug and had to pay duty, $18.70 Canadian funds, oh well it is what it is, thank you for replying to my question.
Ride lots and be safe.
Just put the boosterplug on my Vulcan s. WOW! Huge improvement over stock. Worth every penny.
Glad you are enjoying it! I wish I could enjoy mine.... Ohio Winter!
Next buy a m4 slip on. Cut off the stock exhaust muffler and weld on slip on adapter. Great sound with minimal cost. I did mine for $54.00 total cost.
@@bryanpetrich4125 sweet! Can you film a start up with sound? I have a resinator from a dodge mini van that I was thinking of using as a slip on weld on!
Look up Kawasaki ninja 650 m4 sound. It sounds exactly the same on a Vulcan s
@@bryanpetrich4125 but you own a welder ($$$) and have the skills to weld LOL That significantly increases the cost.
Great video thanks for sharing! I used it today to install a boost plug on my 650 S
Right on! Sounds awesome
ill need to reference this when i decide to get mine
TheRealTDawg i installed mine last weekend, best mod ever. Smooths out the bike completely, no jerking when decelerating, backfire will also smooth out with your danmoto. I wired mine along the wires on the right side of the tank and frame, isn’t catching much heat either from the radiator which is a big plus.
I've been following you since I got my bike in March 2018! I like your channel! Give me a shoutout sometime!
Thank you for the video! I just bought the special edition 2017 blackout and the engine braking was one of my complaints I'll be getting a booster plug soon thank you.
I just got mine installed. Your video saved me a lot of work. Thanks!!
I forgot to post this! I installed the Booster Plug on my 2016 Kawasaki Vulcan 650 ABS and Arrow Rebel Exhaust! A noticeable improvement! It does everything it promises.
MrEye4get Hi, what difference have you noticed. I just ordered mine.
Did it make the on off throttle smoother. This is my first bike and it makes it not very enjoyable not being able to just cruise. Cant maintain speed at all it's either accelerating or slowing down abruptly when going on off throttle.
Good Job! Glad you like it the Booster Plug. I zip tied the sensor to that foam cover that way I know it won't bang around anywhere. Ride Safe!
Thomas R. Smith I ended up doing the same..... I guess I went too fast and it moved!
You Speed Demon you :-)
What is that black rubber hose dangling near the foot peg? great video though!!
Awesome! Never heard of the Booster. I plan to order one soon!
MrEye4get it is still working out Awesome! Check out the link in the description. It will take you directly to their website! I have no affiliation with Booster Plug but some answers to questions you may have can be answered there or by reading these Threads on a vulcan forum!
www.vulcanforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=287937
Purchased a Booster Plug and installed with a new DNA air filter too! LOVE IT!!
MrEye4get what bike?
MGTOW Bombay & Swiss 2016 Kawasaki Vulcan 650 S
Please do more Vulcan S videos.
What would you like to see?
Thanks for the vid. I just bought one for my 2019 Kawasaki Z650. Hope it works as well as yours.
Nice bike
Thanks to everyone for the questions and comment! Keep them coming and I will try to answer them or find you the answer. Look forward to my next video which should be deleting the rear factory tail plastic, license plate and light monstrosity thingy. Please subscribe if you haven't already!
JB's Garage I was wary of the booster plug because it sounds too good to be true, but your video and the forum changed my mind on that. Definitely the route I go soon.
And I can't wait for the next video. I wanted to go the R&G mount, and then I wanted to do custom to save some money so I'm still back and forth. It'll be nice to see someone do it so I can have some sort of reference.
You got a sub from me. Keep up the awesome work!
Good video!
I'm at like 130 miles of riding and still ain't used to the on off throttle jerkiness. Its aggervating and makes for an exhausting ride, especially being my first motorcycle. So I'll have to get this hope it works. If not have to get g2 throttle tamer and pray it works better. Otherwise I'm getting rid of this and get a carburetor bike.
It does work! It's night and day!
@@JBsGarageHowTo I hope your right and thanks for the video install with tips should help out a lot.
Talk talk talk . . show the kit and install!!!
There’s other videos out there if you’re going to complain
Just a tip...get a tripod for your camera then you've got both hands free to do the work!
Great Idea!! Thanks for the feedback!
Hey JB thanks for posting this video! I installed mine yesterday and I test rode it today. The difference is awesome! However shortly after riding I started hearing a rattling sound somewhere under the tank whenever I accelerated, I'm thinking something might be loose since I had a hard time figuring out where to attach the new cables of the booster plug. I was trying to see where you attached yours but it's hard to see the location in the video. I'll be taking the tank off again tomorrow to find the source of the rattle.
Neomi, that's Great! Which parts of the cable are you referring too? The sensor or the actual plug ends? I will try to screenshot the areas once I have a better idea of what you are referring to!
@@JBsGarageHowTo Not the sensor, the parts closer to the connections of the air box. I'm guessing I didn't zip tie them to the right spot. Thanks
I just want to make sure to zip tie them in a place that will not interfere with the tank once it's back in place.
Hey nice vid! Just bought the same bike. Looking to do some mods. 👌
Keith Jones Jr thanks! I am hoping to do some more as well. I got a side license plate bracket and lights coming today. To get rid of that huge monstrosity on the back.
installed mine today (after the first 500 miles), didn't notice much of a difference to be honest, not had much of a problem of engine breaking but my vulcan came with the arrow exhaust from new, still pops a bit when releasing the throttle around 4-5k rpm, will see once I take the bike out a couple more times, but 20 miles today and it feels that any improvement is just placebo
Mihai Oltean it gets better as you put more time on it! The ECU learns and you fuel consumption will keep getting better. A few weeks ago I was at 42.2 mpg now I'm averaging 44.6.
not too worried about fuel consumption, only ride it for fun, will come back in a few weeks with results, next thing is to remove the baffle just out of curiosity really, it would be nice to get it just slightly louder, but 2018 pipes I think are welded inside - can't find any info online
So did you notice any improvement eventually or still think its placebo? Thanks
It also did not work for my 2019 Vulcan S.
Thanks JB. Nice video! What brand of gloves do you have? Do you like them? Seem very comfortable.
Thank You!
Random gloves I picked up somewhere, nothing special.
Will the booster plug affect on speed or acceleration any how?
the exhaust seems louder.
It is, I customized it with some breather holes....lol!
Hey JB.. thanks for the video.. that seems like a lot of wrenching.. ;-) How long did it actually take you? Also.. i love your helmet.. do you have a link to it?
Taking your time and being methodical, about 2.5-3hrs. But if you have been there before, to change the Air Filter, About 1.5 hrs from battery negative terminal disconnect to reconnect!
As far as the helmet, its a HTC is-17.
Wouldn't the best place for the sensor to go be inside the airbox, just like the stock IAT sensor?
Not according to the directions.
Actually I found a forum thread online where the inventer of this device actually did say it would be the best place, but it's not easy to install in there and he figured most people wouldn't want to modify their airbox so it's ok to run it outside
You unfortunately messed up by not showing us how to remove and reinstall the tank. Where are the hoses? Did you remove them? How did you unplug? What did you do?
Just telling us half the story.
My bad.....
Hey mate, thanks for sharing this video. Did you notice any increase in fuel consumption with the Booster Plug? Thanks in advance
Ian Bolchi maybe a small amount more, but I have been getting on it more. The display says I'm averaging 41.1 mpg. So that sounds about right.
Many thanks
Question? Do you need to install Performance Air Filters before installing Booster Plug?
Ely Mike Pingol according to Boosterplug, you do not. I have stock air filter on mine. I will be putting on a hiflow filter the next time I am working under the tank.
Bought a booster plug and installed it on my 2018 Vulcan S using your vid as a guide. There has been no discernible improvement. A friend of mine who has ridden my bike many times also didn't notice any difference. I'm at a loss as a lot of Vulcan S riders that fitted BPs seemed to experience significant improvements in the engine braking and throttle jerkiness. Does anyone have any idea why this might be the case? I tucked the external sensor beneath the head lamp.
It also did not work for my 2019 Vulcan S.
My engine braking is horrible no matter what gear I’m in. As soon an I release the throttle the engine compression slows down so quickly it’s bucking me forward. Will this Booster Plug correct or soften this issue?
@VTX88 It will Greatly reduce that bucking. It is actually amazing how well it corrects the problem. I have no affiliation with BoosterPlug. I bought mine the same as others. One other thing you can try first is adjusting your push pull cables of your throttle. The pull adjustment is on the back of the throttle grip and the pull adjustment is on the right side of the engine just below the tank. If you have the manual that should of come with the bike, it will reference it in there as well. Also check out Vulcanforums.com. You can friend request me by the name of VulcanJoe. Hope this helps!!
I ordered a B P comes in sometime this week, when yours was delivered did you have to pay duty to DHL over the price of the item?
No duty fee. Everything included!
Have you had any problems with the engine light coming on? I added the booster plug a while back in the bike has ran fine it's still does but the check engine light came on and is flashing code 62 which is the sub valve actuator. I'm just researching right now trying to find out what's going on. I'm new to the motorcycle world so trying to learn as much as possible so hopefully I can fix it myself
Mike Yates check out this Vulcan forum. It should help you out!
Service code info www.vulcanforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=280449
If you like it, look for me, VulcanJoe!
Mike Yates to answer your question fully. I have a little over 2400 miles on mine. No check engine light to date. You should definitely check out some kind of motorcycle forum. I am pretty mechanical and I've learned a lot from talking to people on Vulcanforums.com.
Did your check engine light come on after installation of the booster plug?
No....has not. It is still as good as the day I installed it!
How was the fuel consumption now? Any information on the difference?
salahuddin1138 I haven't noticed any difference. I am still averaging 42 MPG!
That’s horrible mileage for a volcan s bro
Do you run 91 octane in yours?
Mike Yates I actually run 92-93. I find it runs much smoother. I now have about 1100 miles on her and I am averaging 44.2 mpg or 18.79135 kpl.
I found the same with 93 octane. I was just wondering because I got my booster plug today unfortunately I'm still at work but it is sitting at the house waiting on me so I'm pretty stoked about it thanks for your video I really appreciate your step-by-step instruction I will be watching it while I'm putting it on. If you're ever in Southern Ohio Hocking Hills look me up we got some sweet roads to ride on!