Oil leak left front corner of front cylinder. *bf engine had to be removed to replace the cam. Resealed rear cylinder head cover.
The worst 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 1
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What 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 owners say
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Prestige motor sport, 4011 forest park, st. Louis, mo 63108 314‑531‑4010. Vulcan, 1500, 2001 or kawasaki, 1500, 2001. Charges for recall repairs by manufacturer through the dealer. Reall # mc 0203 051502.
While driving in 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears hear a loud noise.
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Questions about the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500
Is the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500, close to a typical VN1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Kawasaki VN1500 have?
No recalls on record.
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