2015 Voyager

[twowheeladdict]

If you are considering a vaquero or nomads, why not just strip the extra weight off this bike?

Lose the trunk, lowers, passenger seat, passenger floorboards, etc.

[Erilflynn]

Originally Posted by twowheeladdict

If you are considering a vaquero or nomads, why not just strip the extra weight off this bike?

Lose the trunk, lowers, passenger seat, passenger floorboards, etc.

I've thought about that but don't think I want to do that.

[ak602]

I wonder what making the tour pack removable does for weight?

[Erilflynn]

You may lose 40 lbs but this is not something I'm interested in doing. If I wanted that I would just get a Vaquero with the different gearing and side opening bags like my 1600 Nomad.

[ak602]

This is a pretty ingenious kit. Trike when you want. 2 wheels when you want.

http://www.mtcvoyager.com/classic-trike-kit/

[Erilflynn]

Traded for a new '16 Street Glide Special. A little sad as my Vulcans always treated me great but had to be done. I'll be putting some VV stuff up soon.

[plumber63]

Originally Posted by Erilflynn

Traded for a new '16 Street Glide Special. A little sad as my Vulcans always treated me great but had to be done. I'll be putting some VV stuff up soon.

So whats the diffrence between this an a Vaquero? Is the handling that much better/easier for you? I know the harleys are physically smaller, does it feel that much lighter 35#? I see the seat is almost 3" lower thats got to be a big plus if you are height challenged.

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/83644/...glide-special/

https://www.kawasaki.com/products/20...00-Vaquero-ABS

[redjay]

Was it the seat height or the weight that made you decide on the Harley ?
I thought you were thinking of getting a V Star ?

The Harley is 80 lbs lighter than a Voyager and seat height is just over an inch lower.
Does it feel that much different to the Voyager ?

[twowheeladdict]

Originally Posted by plumber63

So whats the diffrence between this an a Vaquero? Is the handling that much better/easier for you? I know the harleys are physically smaller, does it feel that much lighter 35#? I see the seat is almost 3" lower thats got to be a big plus if you are height challenged.

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/83644/...glide-special/

https://www.kawasaki.com/products/20...00-Vaquero-ABS

Batwing verses fixed fairing. Vaquero compares to the Road Glide, not the Street Glide.

[twowheeladdict]

Originally Posted by Erilflynn

Traded for a new '16 Street Glide Special. A little sad as my Vulcans always treated me great but had to be done. I'll be putting some VV stuff up soon.

Congratulations. You can get a low solo touring seat if you want it a little lower, but more comfortable than the OEM seat.

[plumber63]

Originally Posted by twowheeladdict

Batwing verses fixed fairing. Vaquero compares to the Road Glide, not the Street Glide.

I know that. I ask HIM why he pick it over the Vaquero, since it was mentioned in previous post.
And he seemed to like his voyager besides the weight and height.

[Erilflynn]

Originally Posted by plumber63

So whats the diffrence between this an a Vaquero? Is the handling that much better/easier for you? I know the harleys are physically smaller, does it feel that much lighter 35#? I see the seat is almost 3" lower thats got to be a big plus if you are height challenged.

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/83644/...glide-special/

https://www.kawasaki.com/products/20...00-Vaquero-ABS

Well it may be only 35 lbs but it feels a whole lot more i.e. with it being almost 2.5" lower. And yes, it handles much, much easier for me. That batwing is fairly light and I was surprised how easily I could throw it around. Like someone said the Vaquero really compares to the Road Glide which is about the same weight with the frame mounted fairing. I almost got that but ,again, the weight was the deciding factor.

[Erilflynn]

Originally Posted by redjay

Was it the seat height or the weight that made you decide on the Harley ?
I thought you were thinking of getting a V Star ?

The Harley is 80 lbs lighter than a Voyager and seat height is just over an inch lower.
Does it feel that much different to the Voyager ?

No comparison. Just a different type of bike. The Voyager is a great tourer but for me it was also a lot of work. And after the flash, it's running great. But I really needed a smaller bike for my needs... which is basically local riding with the occasional trip and not having a garage I could only have one bike. Yes I almost got that V Star but After test riding some Harley's I just went for it.

[Erilflynn]

Originally Posted by twowheeladdict

Batwing verses fixed fairing. Vaquero compares to the Road Glide, not the Street Glide.

Your absolutely correct. And it's more of a tourer also. But again, I felt it when I played around in a parking lot. Truth be told, I really wanted the RG for the touring but I could just handle the SG so much better. I tried to make the sensible decision while retaining the fun factor. And it's GREEN lol.

[Erilflynn]

Originally Posted by plumber63

I know that. I ask HIM why he pick it over the Vaquero, since it was mentioned in previous post.
And he seemed to like his voyager besides the weight and height.

I DID like my Voyager and it was growing on me every day. I just felt I was headed towards hurting myself. And my wife saw it and REALLY wanted me to get something better for me. But I will certainly miss the plush ride and my iPod connection.