New Member looking 4 help

[usranger74]

I am the new owner of a 2007 Nomad. After 23 yrs on my 1986 Honda Shadow 1100 I can to the conclusion that it was time to upgrade. If the Nomad runs as good as the Honda I would be more than happy.

I am looking forward to some long rides both east and west of Omaha (where I live) but looking for some advice on some aftermarket products. First let me say that I am about the least mechanically inclining person I know.

I am thinking about adding the following and would welcome comments/advise.

1. For sure I want a light bar - looking for suggestions as to brand.

2. I am thinking about a Mustang seat with driver backrest. Can someone tell me how sturdy the back rest is? (I am 6’2” and 250 lbs)

3. I am thinking about adding a front light modulator. I want one that I can turn on and off – looking for suggestions.

4. I am looking for a pack that will fit over the Nomad back rest – any suggestions.

5. Do Iso grips feel “better” than the std ones?

Now here is the hard one (hard for me anyway).

Why do some many folks add on V&H mufflers? If it just for the “sound”. Some say that it helps “performance” - how does it help performance?

And, if I add the V&H, do I need to also add a fuel management system? If so, which one?

Thank you for any help you can offer?

Bill