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Old 10-20-2014, 09:05 PM   #1
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whats the first thing that will happen?

i have a 2004 nomad well maintained ridden conservatively. pushing 60,000 miles. like it, don't want to trade it. wanting to bust a 6000 mile trip. worried about the high miles. what to check in the pre-flight checklist. help.



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Old 10-20-2014, 09:11 PM   #2
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I don't think the miles are anything to worry about.
Depending on their condition your tires may not make it.
If you don't know of any problems with the bike, I'd change the oil, check the coolant and go.
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Old 10-20-2014, 09:41 PM   #3
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You say its well maintained so you would be aware of any issues. If the bikes healthy don't be concerned, just saddle up and ride. Maybe fresh oil n' filter and top off the coolent. Check the tires over good.
My '05 is at 67,000 and I'd head cross country on it without any hesitation.
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Old 10-20-2014, 10:05 PM   #4
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At 60,000 miles if you haven't already installed cam chain tensioner extenders you need to. I wouldn't consider 60,000 "high mileage". Enjoy the ride.
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Old 10-20-2014, 10:17 PM   #5
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I agree, cam chain tensioners would be the only thing to be concerned about. That is a 150K bike easy. And even then it won't be major failures, it will be bearings or shocks....that kind of stuff you see and feel coming.



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Old 10-20-2014, 10:33 PM   #6
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If its had routine maintenance, tires, brakes, oil changes, etc. and everything is ok, I'd say it should be good to go.
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Old 10-20-2014, 11:37 PM   #7
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...What the Big Guys Say...And about the only other thing that might be an issue would be the Clutch Spring..is your's slipping ?

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Old 10-20-2014, 11:51 PM   #8
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+1 on everything stated above and welcome to the forum.
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Old 10-21-2014, 12:50 AM   #9
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Old 10-21-2014, 01:10 AM   #10
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Have you considered adding, for the next quarter, tow roadside assistance and trip interruption coverage to your MC policy? Very low cost compared to the alternative 3000 miles from home.
 
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Old 10-21-2014, 03:51 AM   #11
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Have you considered adding, for the next quarter, tow roadside assistance and trip interruption coverage to your MC policy? Very low cost compared to the alternative 3000 miles from home.
I was going to mention the same thing. I have needed roadside assistance on a very new bike after a rectifier failure once. I have also had a couple of problems on rental bikes. I have this cover for both my motorcycles and cars, wouldnt travel without it as a small problem can ruin a vacation.
 
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Old 10-21-2014, 06:44 AM   #12
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thank you, thank you all

i didnt think 60000 was alot of miles for this bike. i have a 99 connie and a 05 dl-1000. im just not familiar with the life expectancy of the "big twin" engines.
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Old 10-21-2014, 08:18 AM   #13
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Hi smls1301, and welcome! Other than what the "big boys" have suggested, I would SERIOUSLY emphasize tightening all fasteners to recommended torque! Quite recently, a member here lost a saddlebag whilst cruising down the highway -- we'd hate to see that happen to you!
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Old 10-21-2014, 09:08 AM   #14
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If you haven't changed out the fluid in the brake and clutch lines, I would strongly recommend it.

Especially the clutch line. If it is old it could have enough moisture in it to stop working.

With the slave cylinder close to the front bevel gear housing heat can build up and cause the fluid to flash and you will lose your clutch lever function until it cools off.

Change those fluids at least every two years.

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Old 10-21-2014, 12:14 PM   #15
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I would add checking the final drive gear oil
 
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