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04-13-2013, 08:25 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
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NE-Indiana: 2001 Nomad Fi
First I want to THANK EVERYONE that posts/responds to this forum. This is my #1 resource for researching everything for my new bike. This has been my evening reading material for the past week, and I am sure for weeks to come. I purchased my bike a week ago today and since I live in Northeastern Indiana haven’t done any riding yet. All we have had here is rain and cold temperatures. My previous bike was a 1994 Honda CB1000 that I love, but it was time to let it go to a more family friendly bike if that’s possible.
Today I was going through the bike figuring out where everything is (battery, coolant bottle, tool kit, etc) and found out I have the dreaded “Dex-Cool” coolant in it from the previous owner. Luckily he kept good records and it’s only been in there for 1,700 miles so I hope it didn’t do any damage. I personally don’t like the stuff in my GM cars let alone in my bike. One question I haven’t found an answer for is: Is there anything major (ie ’99 oil pump gear) that I need to know about my 2001 Nomad Fi? Anything I need to keep an eye on or something everyone has to do sooner or later other than the regular maintenance? Thanks for all the guidance and help! Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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04-13-2013, 08:44 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Morinville, AB
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....Congrats on your new bike. The one thing you gotta do, and we all do it, is add some chrome and gadgets!
 Seriously though, these bikes are quite bulletproof. But there are a few things to watch. You didn't mention how many miles on the clock. Cam chain tensionners may have to have extenders put on. Mileage for this varies but around 30,000 (give or take) and they could require attention. You can find lots of info on here if you do a search. Clutch springs are also an item that many of us have had to do. Swingarm, driveshaft and steering head bearings are things to keep in mind as maintenance items. Other than that, I have put on 30,000 miles on mine so far and have been trouble free for the most part.  Enjoy your new ride when the weather starts to co-operate!!! Mike
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04-13-2013, 08:49 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Renfrew, ON Canada
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Welcome from Pembroke, Ontario - the Heart of the Ottawa Valley
 You will love the 01 1500FI.
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04-13-2013, 09:05 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Henderson, NV
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 Welcome from Sin City, Nevada.
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04-13-2013, 09:20 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Sebastian, Florida
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Welcome from Florida. You're gonna love the Nomad
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04-13-2013, 10:38 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Las Vegas, NV
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Greetings from Las Vegas!
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04-13-2013, 11:04 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: La Vista, NE
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Welcome from Nebraska.
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04-14-2013, 07:04 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: St. Pauls, NC
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Welcome from NC. Mine is a 2001 Carb'd model. It's been great.
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04-14-2013, 07:16 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Osceola,WI
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Welcome from North St. Paul, MN
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