Slow Speed Maneuvers

eagleman · 07-18-2009, 08:48 PM

Just got a 2006 Vulcan Nomad and really like the bike. Used to have a Yamaha VSTAR 1100 Silverado and was able to do well with that in slow speed maneuvers. The Nomad does not seem to be as user friendly when it comes to slow speed maneuvers. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks.

Eagleman

MarkG · 07-18-2009, 09:50 PM

Actually I have found the Nomad to be very user friendly. The Ride Like a Pro V DVD is a good place to start. It is all in the rear brake, throttle, and friction zone of the clutch. A little parking lot practice will go a long way. Just don't get in a hurry, take your time. Several of the other guys will have plenty of suggestion, too.

ekimpc54 · 07-19-2009, 07:13 AM

I second the motion on Ride Like a Pro V. I picked it up a few months ago after attending their show at the Leesburg Bike Fest and watching a 90 pound girl handle a HD Electraglide effortlessly. It has really helped me improve my slow speed maneuvering.

eagleman · 07-19-2009, 12:05 PM

Thanks - I have ordered it and am now just waiting for it to get here. It sounds like it is a great DVD....

**ringadingh** · 07-19-2009, 05:20 PM

It took me a while to get used to the Nomad after riding other bikes as well, The low speed handling takes a bit of getting used to but over time it becomes second nature. Don't push yourself beyond your comfort zone and within a few weeks youll be handling the bike with little effort.

eagleman · 07-19-2009, 05:40 PM

Thanks for your words of encouragement. This is such an AWESOME bike that I am REALLY looking forward to getting a handle on these slow speed turns so that I can fully really enjoy all this bike has to offer. Took it out today for about an hour ride and on the highway at 70 MPH this bike just PURRS along. It so much different than what I experienced on my VSTAR 1100. This really is a GREAT bike........

Eagleman

ells · 07-19-2009, 06:21 PM

Eagleman, Welcome to the group. Yup, you've hit on one of the quirks of the Nomad, at least for some of us.

This may be too obvious, but stay off the front brake at the lowest speeds when doing anything other than going completely straight ahead.

Haven't seen the Ride Like a Pro Video but sounds like I should have a look.

kensam · 07-19-2009, 07:30 PM

Welcome from Virginia. I second staying off the front brake at slow speeds, get the video and and practice.

eagleman · 07-19-2009, 08:42 PM

Ells, You are so correct - I am struggling with the slow speed turns but am working through them and have ordered the Ride Like a Pro video so hopefully that will help. I really like how you mounted your passing lights - what kind are they and are they hard to mount? They really light up the front end of your bike well....

Eagleman

**Cajunrider** · 07-19-2009, 09:15 PM

Welcome Eagleman from southern Louisiana.

nomad561 · 07-20-2009, 05:43 AM

Welcome to the boards.You will get alot of good advice from the guys around here,most of them know what they are talking about.
I remember when I first bought my Nomad,it was heavy and awkward,but after some practice and just getting some experience with it,I have no problems with the slow speed manuevers.

dantama · 07-20-2009, 02:20 PM

Eagleman, I agree that Ride like a pro is useful, though I didn't ever see it until well after I made this video.

When I did see it, I agreed with everything it said.
Here is another video.

I don't know how it is for you, but for me it is easier to get comfortable just know that the bike is capable of it.

markusmaximus · 07-20-2009, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ells

Eagleman, Welcome to the group. Yup, you've hit on one of the quirks of the Nomad, at least for some of us.

This may be too obvious, but stay off the front brake at the lowest speeds when doing anything other than going completely straight ahead.

Haven't seen the Ride Like a Pro Video but sounds like I should have a look.

I second what Ells said and add to spend plenty of time parking lot practicing. I'm now able to do circles in the width of 2 car spaces (~ 20 ft??). Sometimes I can drag the floorboards during slow speed turns, but I have to work at it. Dan is much better, as you will see in his videos.

Welcome aboard.

eagleman · 07-20-2009, 11:26 PM

Dan the videos were GREAT - you really showed what this bike can do. Thanks alot for helping me to see what is possible with practice. That was a big help.

ken · 07-21-2009, 02:40 AM

I bought the video last year and have loaned it to several of my friends. Even without actually practicing the maneuvers, the tips are great and I feel one hell of a lot more comfortable making U-turns in small(er) spaces. While I still have a lot to learn , its a great CD and worth the price.
Welcome Eagleman.....

07-18-2009, 08:48 PM	#1
eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Slow Speed Maneuvers Just got a 2006 Vulcan Nomad and really like the bike. Used to have a Yamaha VSTAR 1100 Silverado and was able to do well with that in slow speed maneuvers. The Nomad does not seem to be as user friendly when it comes to slow speed maneuvers. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks. 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 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-18-2009, 09:50 PM	#2
MarkG Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 1,255	Slow Speed Maneuvers Actually I have found the Nomad to be very user friendly. The Ride Like a Pro V DVD is a good place to start. It is all in the rear brake, throttle, and friction zone of the clutch. A little parking lot practice will go a long way. Just don't get in a hurry, take your time. Several of the other guys will have plenty of suggestion, too. __________________ Mark Griffin 2021 Manhattan Metallic K1600GTL 2016 Silver K1600GTL - sold 2015 Red/Blk Cross Country Tour - sold 2008 Red/Blk Nomad - sold KE7HG VBA 00176, IBA 65686, MOA 211564 Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Maggie Valley '11\|Kanab '12\|Estes Park '13\|Red Lodge '16\|Custer '18
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07-19-2009, 07:13 AM	#3
ekimpc54 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Winter Garden, Fl Posts: 412	Slow Speed Maneuvers I second the motion on Ride Like a Pro V. I picked it up a few months ago after attending their show at the Leesburg Bike Fest and watching a 90 pound girl handle a HD Electraglide effortlessly. It has really helped me improve my slow speed maneuvering.
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07-19-2009, 12:05 PM	#4
eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Slow Speed Maneuvers Thanks - I have ordered it and am now just waiting for it to get here. It sounds like it is a great DVD.... __________________ 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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07-19-2009, 05:20 PM	#5
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Slow Speed Maneuvers It took me a while to get used to the Nomad after riding other bikes as well, The low speed handling takes a bit of getting used to but over time it becomes second nature. Don't push yourself beyond your comfort zone and within a few weeks youll be handling the bike with little effort. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-19-2009, 05:40 PM	#6
eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Slow Speed Maneuvers Thanks for your words of encouragement. This is such an AWESOME bike that I am REALLY looking forward to getting a handle on these slow speed turns so that I can fully really enjoy all this bike has to offer. Took it out today for about an hour ride and on the highway at 70 MPH this bike just PURRS along. It so much different than what I experienced on my VSTAR 1100. This really is a GREAT bike........ 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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07-19-2009, 06:21 PM	#7
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	Slow Speed Maneuvers Eagleman, Welcome to the group. Yup, you've hit on one of the quirks of the Nomad, at least for some of us. This may be too obvious, but stay off the front brake at the lowest speeds when doing anything other than going completely straight ahead. Haven't seen the Ride Like a Pro Video but sounds like I should have a look.
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07-19-2009, 07:30 PM	#8
kensam Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 42	Slow Speed Maneuvers Welcome from Virginia. I second staying off the front brake at slow speeds, get the video and and practice.
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07-19-2009, 08:42 PM	#9
eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Slow Speed Maneuvers Ells, You are so correct - I am struggling with the slow speed turns but am working through them and have ordered the Ride Like a Pro video so hopefully that will help. I really like how you mounted your passing lights - what kind are they and are they hard to mount? They really light up the front end of your bike well.... 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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07-19-2009, 09:15 PM	#10
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Slow Speed Maneuvers Welcome Eagleman from southern Louisiana. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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07-20-2009, 05:43 AM	#11
nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	Slow Speed Maneuvers Welcome to the boards.You will get alot of good advice from the guys around here,most of them know what they are talking about. I remember when I first bought my Nomad,it was heavy and awkward,but after some practice and just getting some experience with it,I have no problems with the slow speed manuevers.
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07-20-2009, 02:20 PM	#12
dantama Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 0	Slow Speed Maneuvers Eagleman, I agree that Ride like a pro is useful, though I didn't ever see it until well after I made this video. When I did see it, I agreed with everything it said. Here is another video. I don't know how it is for you, but for me it is easier to get comfortable just know that the bike is capable of it.
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07-20-2009, 11:26 PM	#14
eagleman Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAKEWOOD, CO Posts: 227	Slow Speed Maneuvers Dan the videos were GREAT - you really showed what this bike can do. Thanks alot for helping me to see what is possible with practice. That was a big help. __________________ 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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07-21-2009, 02:40 AM	#15
ken Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: North Germany Posts: 295	Slow Speed Maneuvers I bought the video last year and have loaned it to several of my friends. Even without actually practicing the maneuvers, the tips are great and I feel one hell of a lot more comfortable making U-turns in small(er) spaces. While I still have a lot to learn , its a great CD and worth the price. Welcome Eagleman..... __________________ Ken in Grosshansdorf
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