This is for general posts and questions concerning only the Voyager XII (1200cc, Four-cylinder) Years 1986 thru 2003.
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2025 International Rally Reveal
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Seeing as I am familiar with most of the beautiful State of Minnesota, I thought I'd post some insights for the Rally attendess to consider as they...
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Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:59 pm
2024 AVA Blairsville GA, Closing Slide Show
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Hi guys looks like a great time was had by all ,some great photos ,makes me feel like I was there .
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Wed Jun 26, 2024 12:29 pm
Cold morning rough start
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Tonyvdb »
Thu Sep 04, 2014 2:20 am
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Hey everyone, this morning it was chilly out +6c (42f) and upon starting the bike with the choke on it ran really rough even missing a few times and...
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Ethanol is plant based alcohol. Yes, it will attract moisture which is another reason to hate it since moisture leads to corrosion and gas tanks are...
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Last post by Mr Jensee
Thu Sep 04, 2014 4:53 pm
Igniter question
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chicagorandy »
Tue Aug 19, 2014 11:10 pm
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I have been reading about the concern over the igniter on my model year Voyager - 1986
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....congrats, you bought piece of mind ! :thmup:
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Last post by Lucasind
Thu Sep 04, 2014 1:21 am
Bodywork Trade?
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TXRider60 »
Mon Sep 01, 2014 2:42 pm
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Might offend some with this newbie question ( sorry ), but coming from a BMW background, it's not uncommon: I have a beautiful blue '94 Voyager...
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I got lucky and have my favorite color on my favorite bike (2001 ruby red). Saw a custom midnight version and chrome with polished cases recently...
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Last post by Lumpy Rider
Wed Sep 03, 2014 11:49 am
Needed parts
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StrayTwice »
Mon Aug 25, 2014 8:38 pm
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I am in need of a seat cover for a 1989 or a seat if priced right :-)
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Contact Carl Leo. He may have or know where to find what you r looking for
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Last post by Rich C
Tue Sep 02, 2014 11:59 pm
Sasquatch? The Yeti? The Fuel Filter?
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chicagorandy »
Sun Aug 31, 2014 3:30 pm
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I suspect that ALL three are mythical creatures.
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If you remove the chrome cover just behind the left side of the engine...
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Last post by debron
Tue Sep 02, 2014 3:14 pm
Front end shakes at all speeds
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allen321 »
Sat Aug 30, 2014 9:49 am
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I have a 1993 Voyager and the front shakes went I take one or both hands off the handle bar. I put a new tire on and it did not change anything. What...
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I run the E3 tires at 39 lb front, 42 lb rear. Torqued the steering head nut at 95 inch/lb. Bike rides great.
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Last post by ekap1200
Mon Sep 01, 2014 2:34 pm
High Altitude Riding
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stubabe »
Fri Aug 29, 2014 3:22 pm
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I am planning to take a trip the latter part of September from Boise Idaho to Wichita Kansas and want to get an idea of how the Voyager XII does at...
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I live in Colorado and have ridden Ruby across Rocky Mountain National Park and up Trail Ridge Road with no problems. It also had good power. Yours...
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Last post by Lumpy Rider
Sun Aug 31, 2014 1:27 am
"Winglets" where to get replacements
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Tonyvdb »
Sat Aug 30, 2014 7:00 pm
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My 96 voyager is missing all but one of the 4 winglets on the upper and lower fairings. I have had no success finding any used or new ones. Does...
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I replaced one a couple of years ago from Carl Leo. You can find him by clicking on Members in the top menu bar then send him a pm or email.
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Last post by debron
Sun Aug 31, 2014 12:48 am
RATZ!@ cloud of antifreeze steam????
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chicagorandy »
Thu Aug 28, 2014 6:50 pm
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I just pulled into my garage after a morning's run. Temp gauge about the middle of the dial or lower.
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:clap: :thmup:
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Last post by debron
Fri Aug 29, 2014 6:45 pm
A PLACE TO PUT IT
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Lucasind »
Thu Mar 06, 2014 1:04 am
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.NO ..., NOT THAT, GET YOUR MINDS OUT OF THE GUTTER :gig: . ...So , with all the recent chat on our forum about installing a volt meter, and a good...
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Great idea for that spot! Mine also is vacant too.
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Last post by EFC7018
Wed Aug 27, 2014 2:55 pm
Carb Synch confusion
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chicagorandy »
Fri Aug 22, 2014 3:57 pm
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Yes, me the newbie PIA again - lol
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I must confess that I verifed the carb balance using my TwinMax balancer. It has two hoses and a super sensitive analog meter.
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Last post by chicagorandy
Wed Aug 27, 2014 1:59 am
Voyager comeback?
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EFC7018 »
Wed Aug 20, 2014 11:47 pm
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Just read the post about the prices on the Voyagers,and it struck me to ask this question which I have been wondering about for a while.Why doesnt...
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So Kawasaki could not get the miles per gallon to weight ratio, and meet EPA requirements. I would find that hard to believe. Here are a few...
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Last post by Highway Rider
Tue Aug 26, 2014 1:37 am
Done and done
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chicagorandy »
Sun Aug 24, 2014 4:39 pm
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After all the hoo-hah and personal angst beforehand, the new iridium plugs went in just fine, the carbs are 100% in synch and I can now ride my...
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Mekong delta lol yea I am in lowell Indiana, and it is HEAVY
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Last post by EFC7018
Sun Aug 24, 2014 9:20 pm
Fairing removal for spark plug install?
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chicagorandy »
Thu Aug 21, 2014 7:09 pm
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Uninformed owner question -aka 'dumb question' -lol.
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With luck yes, I do have the OEM tool kit. According to Amazon my Iridiums have shipped so once they arrive I'll get into the plug project. I also...
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Last post by ekap1200
Sun Aug 24, 2014 12:19 pm
"Timing" is everything - lol
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chicagorandy »
Sat Aug 23, 2014 6:36 pm
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So, the heat and humidity today could not be worse in a steam sauna, but there I am in the garage, airbox off, familiarizing myself with things,...
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Air box hose is real easy to get in. Wrap a string around the groove in the rubber airbox hose and lube it a little and pull it thru the airbox holes...
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Last post by grumpin
Sun Aug 24, 2014 1:20 am
Grips
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Skibou »
Fri Aug 22, 2014 3:15 pm
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I bought a set of Hot Grips a few years ago, but the grips, especially on the throttle side, are showing considerable wear. I'm otherwise very happy...
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Thanks guys. Looks good. I'll give them a try -- and I love the price.
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Last post by Skibou
Sat Aug 23, 2014 11:07 pm
replacing starter for 2001 Kawasaki Voyager
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sprengers4 »
Fri Aug 22, 2014 6:13 pm
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I tried to starter a bike that had been sitting for a while and I think I over-cranked the starter. It now doesn't crank. I can hear the click of it...
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Yes the battery was and is fully charged (new actually and charged) but I think the starter overheated and needs replaced.
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Last post by doug of so fla
Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:21 pm
Trunk extender's
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Littlebeaver »
Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:16 pm
Marvella's makes a trunk extender, I had to have one as the trunk and backrest are a little to forward for my passenger....They give fairly good...
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Last post by Littlebeaver
Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:16 pm
Beavers Break away lift system
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Littlebeaver »
Fri Aug 15, 2014 3:15 am
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Here's a video of me putting my Ginger on the stand, then I just remove the ramp and sides and the wheel is up in the air 10 and then the stand's...
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...Ha ,HA , Loren, :gig: :thmup: .....guilty as charged.... back in 94' I started acquiring forklifts,I think I had 9 at one time, but now down to...
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Last post by Lucasind
Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:12 pm
Confirming carb hoses and plugs
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chicagorandy »
Sat Aug 23, 2014 4:20 am
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My previous bikes had twin carbs, so this is my first outing with a 4 cylinder. Someone please verify that what I am seeing on my bike is the way it...
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I haven't done this in years, so watch for a guru to correct me but You sound about right. Three screws do the adjusting. One screw between carb 1 &...
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Last post by richardb, austin
Sat Aug 23, 2014 5:39 pm
New Voyager prices
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Steve do »
Mon Aug 18, 2014 3:27 pm
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I was riding this morning and was wondering if any one remembered what they paid for their Voyager 12s when they bought them new? I got my first 12,...
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We bought our 2003 in 2009 with 9000 miles on it for $5200. In 2010 we had it converted to a trike , in Daytona, Florida, for $10,000.
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Last post by vxiirider
Sat Aug 23, 2014 12:50 pm
Progressive or Race tech
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chevyman1 »
Fri Aug 22, 2014 11:50 am
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Three years ago I put Progressive spring in the front, Big improvement from the stock springs.
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Don Medina put some on his '02 and really liked them because they can be fine-tuned to a riders weight and riding style.
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Last post by debron
Fri Aug 22, 2014 11:25 pm
Voyager1200 features
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Dean »
Wed Aug 13, 2014 7:33 pm
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All,
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Truth be known, if I could afford one, I would be riding an 1800 wing. Several times I considered the 1500, but.........
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Last post by debron
Fri Aug 22, 2014 3:56 pm
Surging?
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chicagorandy »
Wed Aug 20, 2014 4:28 am
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I too have experienced the idle 'wandering' up and down several hundred RPM. I had read in an earlier post this symptom could be caused by a vacuum...
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Afterwards Replace the rear shocks & fork springs with Progressive suspension shocks & springs
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Last post by voyager55
Fri Aug 22, 2014 4:59 am
Got me a new tool to play with
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Littlebeaver »
Tue Aug 19, 2014 3:21 am
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I got tired of doing this change like a caveman...ha ha :gig: New wheel bearing puller...It's a snap using it.. I tried it out on a spare rim and it...
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Harbor Freight, it's a cheap quality tool but it works fine, about 50.00 after coupon...Sure makes pulling a wheel bearing easier.. :gig:
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Last post by Littlebeaver
Thu Aug 21, 2014 6:43 pm
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