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bigjohn · 12-21-2008, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by dooner

Big John,

Where did you get your white wall tires? I've been looking for them for my 2007 Nomad and no manufacturer makes the exact Bridgestone tire size that came with my bike. I called Kawasaki and they would not recommend any other tire than the Bridgestones. I would assume that your bike has the original wheels. Mine are 3" x 16" in the front and 4.5" x 16" in the rear. If you would please tell me the brand and sizes (front and rear) I would be eternally grateful.

Dooner

P.S. Whats' the ride like with the white walls?

These are Metzler ME880s. They are 150/16s front and rear. The early 1500s used 150s both front and rear. 1600s use 130s in front and 150s in the back. I think.

What's it like? Cool. You are the coolest scoot on the block. Takes a little additional effort to keep clean, but it is worth the effort.

dabull · 12-21-2008, 09:21 PM

Anyone seen a blue/silver Nad with whitewalls? I is curious what that would look like??

Aloha

Derry

ponch · 12-24-2008, 08:18 PM

The 1600 Nomad uses 150/16 in the front and 170/16 in the back. With the metzlers, I ran a 180/16 in the back.

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Originally Posted by bigjohn

Quote:

Originally Posted by dooner

Big John,

Where did you get your white wall tires? I've been looking for them for my 2007 Nomad and no manufacturer makes the exact Bridgestone tire size that came with my bike. I called Kawasaki and they would not recommend any other tire than the Bridgestones. I would assume that your bike has the original wheels. Mine are 3" x 16" in the front and 4.5" x 16" in the rear. If you would please tell me the brand and sizes (front and rear) I would be eternally grateful.

Dooner

P.S. Whats' the ride like with the white walls?

These are Metzler ME880s. They are 150/16s front and rear. The early 1500s used 150s both front and rear. 1600s use 130s in front and 150s in the back. I think.

What's it like? Cool. You are the coolest scoot on the block. Takes a little additional effort to keep clean, but it is worth the effort.

towering · 12-24-2008, 09:19 PM

It would seem that the 08 is the last year for a good nomad

rlfaubion · 12-26-2008, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by pooker

disappointed!

The Voyager was the biggest disappointment, cheap, pure crap!

I bought a new 2008 Nomad best bang for your dollar.

Congratulations on the better choice! I wouldn't want to offend anyone buying an '09, but comparing this class of bikes at the show from Harley to Yamaha have a better quality bike.

It is one the cheapest bikes and it shows top to bottom.

Wing $28K
Victory $22K
Voyager $18K

eagleman · 07-31-2009, 11:48 PM

Anyone checked out the new Victory Cross Countrys. That looks like one fine motorcyle and all that for only $17,000. If I didn't already have such a GREAT 2006 Nomad I would definately be looking at the 2010 Victory Cross Country.

Eagleman

cactusjack · 08-01-2009, 12:00 AM

I rode an 09 Nomad a few months ago at Cyclefest in Scottsdale. The ergonomics are very similar to a Harley. It feels more "compact" and they moved the floorboards back a couple of inches toward center. Still a nice bike and I really enjoyed the ride.

I have been waiting almost a year to ride a Voyager when the International Cycle Show comes around this fall. Looks like I'm going to be waiting longer because there is no show scheduled for Phoenix this year.

dogdoc · 08-01-2009, 08:52 PM

I agree doctorgski: better postion is in all the touring bikes like you said. Wings, BMW, etc

12-21-2008, 09:21 PM	#17
dabull Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,409	Sat on an 09? Anyone seen a blue/silver Nad with whitewalls? I is curious what that would look like?? Aloha Derry
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towering Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lexington S.C Posts: 366	Sat on an 09? It would seem that the 08 is the last year for a good nomad
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eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Sat on an 09? Anyone checked out the new Victory Cross Countrys. That looks like one fine motorcyle and all that for only $17,000. If I didn't already have such a GREAT 2006 Nomad I would definately be looking at the 2010 Victory Cross Country. Eagleman __________________ Eagleman Chaplain CMA Chapter - Riders in the Light # 946 Lakewood, CO VBA# - 01172 2006 Vulcan Nomad Green/Silver But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings like eagles: they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint - Isaiah 40:31
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08-01-2009, 12:00 AM	#22
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Sat on an 09? I rode an 09 Nomad a few months ago at Cyclefest in Scottsdale. The ergonomics are very similar to a Harley. It feels more "compact" and they moved the floorboards back a couple of inches toward center. Still a nice bike and I really enjoyed the ride. I have been waiting almost a year to ride a Voyager when the International Cycle Show comes around this fall. Looks like I'm going to be waiting longer because there is no show scheduled for Phoenix this year. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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08-01-2009, 08:52 PM	#23
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Sat on an 09? I agree doctorgski: better postion is in all the touring bikes like you said. Wings, BMW, etc
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