2007 Nomad $6000 - Page 2

medicaldawg · 09-19-2010, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MAS Tequila

I'm keeping my 03 1500. But I recently dropped a 1600 in it.

Does that count?

MT

i see this in my future as well!!!!!

sas · 09-20-2010, 08:46 AM

I passed up several deals on 1600's to find another 1500 Nomad. The lack of accessories still haunts my riding bud who purchased an '06 Nomad. Wonder why Ma Kaw thought it necessary to redesign the 1600 so the 1500 accessories, with *very* few exceptions, would not fit? And right now, I don't see a lot of aftermarket accessory providers stepping up to the plate to fill that void.

kawgirl · 09-21-2010, 04:59 PM

I'm keeping my 1500 and have a friend who is on the brink of buying his second 1500.

cactusjack · 09-21-2010, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sas

I passed up several deals on 1600's to find another 1500 Nomad. The lack of accessories still haunts my riding bud who purchased an '06 Nomad. Wonder why Ma Kaw thought it necessary to redesign the 1600 so the 1500 accessories, with *very* few exceptions, would not fit? And right now, I don't see a lot of aftermarket accessory providers stepping up to the plate to fill that void.

...and you won't, either. All the accessories available for the 1600 are on the market now. It's an obsolete platform, so nobody is designing new accessories for it.

Of course, I don't see many accessories available for the 1700's, either.

wiz · 09-28-2010, 02:11 PM

I have not had any trouble finding stuff for my 1600. The only thing left on my want list is a wompus rack and an HD trunk but that is a matter of $$$$, not availability. Ride the bike that makes YOU happy!

kowboy · 09-30-2010, 02:30 PM

ive heard the 1500 runs smoother over the sixteen,i keep my 1500 thanks.

**Top Cat** · 09-30-2010, 02:40 PM

Just out of curiosity, what is available for the 1500 Nomads that is not available for the 1600's.

**ringadingh** · 09-30-2010, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat (TC)

Just out of curiosity, what is available for the 1500 Nomads that is not available for the 1600's.

A lot of stuff, chrome fender rails, chrome forks, fuel tanks, etc. I have a catalog of accessories that used to be available for the Vulcan series. The 1600 list doesn't have 1/2 of what the 1500's had.

delivery58 · 10-16-2010, 11:37 PM

MAS Tequila... I'd like to here more about this engine swap. I've got 51,000 on my 03 Nomad, so I bought a 98 Valkyrie Tourer with 18,000 miles. The verdict is still out which one I like best (pro's and con's to each), Although my Nomad runs great, maybe an engine swap in the future would be the way to go, and keep the Nomad.

1badbagger · 10-17-2010, 03:03 AM

I ride with and have ridden a couple of 1600's. I certainly don't notice a power difference between the two motors. I think the 15's seat is more comfortable. I get just as good if not better mileage than thte 16's. I think the 16's have some nice extra styling touches, and if I ever buy another Nomad I wouldn't shy away from the 16's, but I have no desire to spend money to get another 100 cc's. I'll keep my 15. I think the 15's had better colors too.

ponch · 10-17-2010, 02:57 PM

It's a 5mm difference in stroke. Cams are probably the same, so there isn't a whole lot to be gained. The difference is less than 100ccs. The bikes on the other hand are a little different. The 1600 has a longer wheelbase and is about 30 lbs heavier. If you are looking for stonk, ride the Valkyrie.

redjay · 10-17-2010, 04:49 PM

ndbigfish, the tank on the 1600's is real easy to take off. After the first time its a breeze.

09-20-2010, 08:46 AM	#17
sas Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: McComb, MS Posts: 309	2007 Nomad $6000 I passed up several deals on 1600's to find another 1500 Nomad. The lack of accessories still haunts my riding bud who purchased an '06 Nomad. Wonder why Ma Kaw thought it necessary to redesign the 1600 so the 1500 accessories, with very few exceptions, would not fit? And right now, I don't see a lot of aftermarket accessory providers stepping up to the plate to fill that void. __________________ "Growing old takes time. Use it wisley."
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09-21-2010, 04:59 PM	#18
kawgirl Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 2,729	2007 Nomad $6000 I'm keeping my 1500 and have a friend who is on the brink of buying his second 1500. __________________ Amy "kawgirl" Neal Greenville, NC 2002 Nomad
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09-28-2010, 02:11 PM	#20
wiz Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 498	2007 Nomad $6000 I have not had any trouble finding stuff for my 1600. The only thing left on my want list is a wompus rack and an HD trunk but that is a matter of $$$$, not availability. Ride the bike that makes YOU happy! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-30-2010, 02:30 PM	#21
kowboy Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: ralston nebr Posts: 86	2007 Nomad $6000 ive heard the 1500 runs smoother over the sixteen,i keep my 1500 thanks.
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09-30-2010, 02:40 PM	#22
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	2007 Nomad $6000 Just out of curiosity, what is available for the 1500 Nomads that is not available for the 1600's. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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10-16-2010, 11:37 PM	#24
delivery58 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Idaho Posts: 400	2007 Nomad $6000 MAS Tequila... I'd like to here more about this engine swap. I've got 51,000 on my 03 Nomad, so I bought a 98 Valkyrie Tourer with 18,000 miles. The verdict is still out which one I like best (pro's and con's to each), Although my Nomad runs great, maybe an engine swap in the future would be the way to go, and keep the Nomad. __________________ Vinnie in North Idaho
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10-17-2010, 03:03 AM	#25
1badbagger Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 192	2007 Nomad $6000 I ride with and have ridden a couple of 1600's. I certainly don't notice a power difference between the two motors. I think the 15's seat is more comfortable. I get just as good if not better mileage than thte 16's. I think the 16's have some nice extra styling touches, and if I ever buy another Nomad I wouldn't shy away from the 16's, but I have no desire to spend money to get another 100 cc's. I'll keep my 15. I think the 15's had better colors too.
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10-17-2010, 02:57 PM	#26
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,014	2007 Nomad $6000 It's a 5mm difference in stroke. Cams are probably the same, so there isn't a whole lot to be gained. The difference is less than 100ccs. The bikes on the other hand are a little different. The 1600 has a longer wheelbase and is about 30 lbs heavier. If you are looking for stonk, ride the Valkyrie. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11
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10-17-2010, 04:49 PM	#27
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,929	2007 Nomad $6000 ndbigfish, the tank on the 1600's is real easy to take off. After the first time its a breeze.
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