Who has 40,000 miles on their Nomad

[flavor]

I'm wondering who has the most miles.

Include anyone you know as well.

Let's start with 40,000 miles or more.

Include in your response any mechanical issues besides normal maintenance.

[ringadingh]

Ive got about 53,500 on my 02 now. Other than tires Ive replaced the rear brake pads and a clutch spring so far. Thats pretty good in my books.

[davidjones1]

there was a guy that was at the eastern rally that had 212,000 on his he said he had to replace the drive shaft and clutch spring I think twice, and of course countless tires, but that bike is what made me a true one bike man this was and 03 same as mine if I can haft that I will be more then happy (just to have ridden that many miles) can't remember his name anyone that was there recall?
ride safe.

[zoom45]

2000 Nomad with 57,000. Tires, brake pads, plugs, air filter, change antifreeze, drive shaft u-joints and 2 clutch springs.
Zoom45

[Todd]

there was a guy that was at the eastern rally that had 212,000 on his he said he had to replace the drive shaft and clutch spring I think twice, and of course countless tires, but that bike has what made me a true one bike man this was and 03 same as mine if I can haft that I will be more then happy (just to have ridden that many miles) can't remember his name anyone that was there recall?
ride safe.

David, was that Wompus?

[davidjones1]

No it was not wampus,(although I am sure he has well over 40,000) he had and 03 red /gold he and and he wife where not with the kawanow group they had just stop for the night very nice people said this was not his only bike but was retired and he just love too ride and they spent most of the time on the rode I wish I could think of his name I have pic's of his bike but I don't know if I have any of him and his wife. I'll look too see over the weekend.
ride safe

[coacha]

He was from GA, I do remember that. Quintin was his first name, can't recall his last name. Great guy though.

[davidjones1]

thanks Ron could not think of that for anything, was a nice guy.
ride safe

[coacha]

Tammy remembered the name...that is one of her strong suits...me, not so much.

[davidjones1]

I hear ya............what was your name again. ;)
ride safe.

[cactusjack]

BD will... in about 12 years.

[dank]

I would have if we hadn't gotten early snow this year, I'm 500 hundred miles short. All I've done is change oil and filter per recommended mileages, lube splines, couple sets of new tires, clean air filter, and change the hyponoid gear lube twice. (And rejoiced at having hydraulic valves at appropriate mileage intervals.)

[ells]

Okay, my ignorance -- hyponoid gear??? ???

40K on my VN1800B, BTW, zero issues. Pretty sure it does not have a hyponoid gear, if so, don't think it ever got lubed.

[Todd]

you crack me up Ells http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif......hypoid....you know old people like dank can't type...hypoid oil in the rear gear casing.

[doctorgski]

I have 60,000 on our 2006. Had to replace the clutch spring at 38,000. At 52,000 I replaced the clutch push rod seal, did this one myself for less than $20. At 57,000 I had the drive shaft seal change out, I think that one cost $120 at a shop in Illinois. I, myself replaced the inner and outer spark plug tube O-Rings, for under $20. This one was my fault for taking the tubes out in the first place (wanted to see if my cam chain was rubbing on the tubes....NOT). I changed the rear brake pads 2X, about $35 each time. Oil changes every 3K, And lots of tires when necessary. To be honest, this bike runs as good now as it did when new...I love it! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[dank]

you crack me up Ells http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif......hypoid....you know old people like dank can't type...hypoid oil in the rear gear casing.

Now that's just mean, Todd! I can type. I just can't spell. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[coacha]

I have 60,000 on our 2006. Had to replace the clutch spring at 38,000. At 52,000 I replaced the clutch push rod seal, did this one myself for less than $20. At 57,000 I had the drive shaft seal change out, I think that one cost $120 at a shop in Illinois. I, myself replaced the inner and outer spark plug tube O-Rings, for under $20. This one was my fault for taking the tubes out in the first place (wanted to see if my cam chain was rubbing on the tubes....NOT). I changed the rear brake pads 2X, about $35 each time. Oil changes every 3K, And lots of tires when necessary. To be honest, this bike runs as good now as it did when new...I love it! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

I think I need to ride down to see you next time I need some work done, lol.

[doctorgski]

Bring it on down coacha, it would be a good ride for ya!

[nomadliz]

Sold My 04 Blue and Silver Nomad with 58,000+ miles with no problems. and now I am working on my 08 Red and Black with 15,000 miles.

[nomad]

i thought my 2003 with 21K had a lot of miles.....

[watchman]

I bought my Nomad new the 3rd week of July in 2005 and it almost has 57,000 on it.

[blowndodge]

you started up a 4 year old post you MFer internet spam creep!

[ringadingh]

You tell him Brad!:tup:

[bigdave]

My 2007 just past 50000

[trip]

2005 Nomad.... now have 59,162 miles.

[Top Cat]

From reading the dates on the posts it looks to me YOU started the old post Brad :ohno:
I have 85,000 on my 2007.
I am going to change the oil pretty soon. What is the recommended oil change mileage, 90,000 miles http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/images/icons/icon55.gif

[schoeney]

From reading the dates on the posts it looks to me YOU started the old post Brad :ohno:
I have 85,000 on my 2007.
I am going to change the oil pretty soon. What is the recommended oil change mileage, 90,000 miles http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/images/icons/icon55.gif

Yes 90k is about right but the filter can wait until the next change.:D

[rayski271]

07 just turned 48,000 changed tires oil had to have oil seal changed but thats because i went off roading with the nad and should have 50,000 before i put her up for winter unless we have a winter like last year then ill keep riding

[oldbikers]

05 with 54000

[gv550]

What a bunch of wimps...........:lol:
40k+ miles per year, every year! C'mon people, bikes are for riding.

4 tires, 7 oil changes, 240 fillups, every year!:cheers:

[fish]

08 39,000

[blowndodge]

Tim one of your obnoxious brothers posted a long spam post that has since been deleted.

[ccmjr77]

2007 Nomad, just past 57000 this week.

[scottyj]

2010 Nomad with over 40,000 miles.

[Top Cat]

Tim one of your obnoxious brothers posted a long spam post that has since been deleted.

I hate it when that happens.
The deleted thread, not my brother posting.:D

[pkohlstedt]

2006 77,000 miles - usual maintanence. I've changed the wiring harness, coolant o-orings, and right now waiting on a new radiator after a couple of jb weld jobs are leaking now.

[wompus]

Right now I only have 109,554 miles on my 99 Nomad. Same clutch!
I was talking to my dealer yesterday about all I've done to the bike so far.

"Judges" gear at 4,000 miles.
1 fuel pump at 10,000 miles.
Coolant changed once.
3 brake switches , (bought 3rd yesterday).
1 drive shaft.
Same 2 brake light bulbs in the back, never replaced!
All original dash light bulbs still in it!
3 original turn signal bulbs still working!
Can anyone beat this!?? <G>

I've only rode it about 1,200 this year because of my broken neck last December.
I'm slowly getting use to riding again....



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[Idaho]

What a bunch of wimps...........:lol:
40k+ miles per year, every year! C'mon people, bikes are for riding.

4 tires, 7 oil changes, 240 fillups, every year!:cheers:

We salute you sir. Everything else pales in comparison.

[coacha]

Right now I only have 109,554 miles on my 99 Nomad. Same clutch!
I was talking to my dealer yesterday about all I've done to the bike so far.

"Judges" gear at 4,000 miles.
1 fuel pump at 10,000 miles.
Coolant changed once.
3 brake switches , (bought 3rd yesterday).
1 drive shaft.
Same 2 brake light bulbs in the back, never replaced!
All original dash light bulbs still in it!
3 original turn signal bulbs still working!
Can anyone beat this!?? <G>

I've only rode it about 1,200 this year because of my broken neck last December.
I'm slowly getting use to riding again....



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Dang Mike, I figured you were up there some on the mileage.

I am at 86K now. Same clutch but probably gotta add Judges soon with a Meanie spring. Only thing I've really changed is the temp sensor and fan switch but didn't need to...long story and the cam chain extenders. I probably have to do the shift forks though, ugh!

[NyhtRyder]

I bought my 07 new and it now has over 36,000 on it. :D
She would have a lot more miles on her if it wasn't for have 3 different shoulder surgeries during that time.:wtf:

[madcow]

85,000ks on my 99. been ridden hard its whole life. been written off twice. apart from tyres and servicesall i have done is cam chain extenders and a headsteam bearing.

it still has its POG as well..

[sakirider]

62,000 and climbing. Had to replace the clutch push rod 'O' ring at about 40,000. Thus far, no problems but I still hate the low speed gear noise. I also still think the 1700 Nomad is under powered nonetheless a great cruiser. Still riding .....

[MAS Tequila]

My '03 is set to go over 100,000 miles sometime next month.

MT

[trosco]

Hi, Miles have slowed on Nomad after 2010 when I got a Goldwing but still clicking along.

Am pretty particular about the maint on bikes and do all my own work. Other than fluids and tires, plugs at 24,000 miles and a new battery at 5 years, I've only had a couple "unusual" repairs.

The first made me angry at Kaw and is why I have a new wing and not a Voyager in the garage next to the Nomad. 21 days after warranty expired with only 13,000 miles on the bike had to replace the water pump drive shaft and seal. Shaft had not been properly hardened and grooved badly at the seal point. Did the work (remove engine, split cases) my self.

Beyond that I had to diss-assemble the fuel pump/filter/regulator and clean at 31,000 miles. Reseat and seal the clutch accuator shaft seal at 34,000 miles. Add cam chain extenders at 47,000 miles. This winter I will replace the stearing head bearings (have a notch at center position) and replace all the brake pads.

I plan to ride it out the National next year and think that it will do fine. I think these bikes are much like todays cars. With reasonable maint they'll run 150,000 miles before any significant repairs should be nesc.

[Cajunrider]

I was getting close with 37,550 when I traded. I'm sure it would have easily gone well over 50,000.