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09-20-2008, 02:24 PM | #16 |
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First thing that stood out to me were the bags, they have a "beetle bag" kind of thing going on, not sure I like them. The bags on my bike are what drew and finally hooked me. Will have to stare at the bike some more and see one in person.
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09-20-2008, 02:26 PM | #17 |
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The blue & black Voyager is one sharp looking bike! Wow!
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09-20-2008, 02:27 PM | #18 |
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Will that Voyager be considered a Nomad Voyager??? Sure appears to be the same bike as the Nomad with extras.
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09-20-2008, 02:36 PM | #19 |
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Yaawhoooooooooooo
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09-20-2008, 02:44 PM | #21 |
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Nix that, went to the kaw website and saw the titanium/black NOW THAT is sharp
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09-20-2008, 02:54 PM | #22 |
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Welcome back Jon.
Colors - Yeah, too bad they still have black/black. At least one other combo caught my eye. Belt-drive is destiny, too much efficiency to pass, not too many people, except Dan, worried about gravel roads. Only 12 months warranty on a brand new engine and major re-design - that must have taken some thought on management's part, probably looking to sell a lot of the extended warranties. |
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09-20-2008, 03:17 PM | #23 |
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Although listed as a cruiser and not a true competition for Gold Wing lovers, I would think that it has better design and over-all technology and function than either the Victory Vision or Yamaha Venture.
It will be sometime next spring before this option arrives in East Texas. I have plenty of time to read evaluations and rider reports before any test ride. As a 6'7" rider, I'm a little concerned about the descriptions of a smaller profile. I was hoping for something bigger with more leg room then a Gold Wing or my BMW LT. |
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09-20-2008, 03:20 PM | #24 |
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+1 for all Black
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I have about 2 miles in and out of my place on gravel. Really don't care for the bag looks. Top Load. I love the side load of the old bags.
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09-20-2008, 04:55 PM | #26 | |
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09-20-2008, 04:59 PM | #27 |
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Waterman, yeah, but I though you picked it up and carried it those two miles :)
I don't know, I ride a chain drive on gravel some and no problem except dust. Is it really that big an issue with a belt? Can't they enclose or shield it effectively? |
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It's a big deal if a stone gets between the belt and pulley.
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09-20-2008, 06:16 PM | #29 |
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nice bikes but I will just keep what I have
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09-20-2008, 06:41 PM | #30 |
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"With a shorter seat to steering head distance" As a tall guy this has me worried. Can't wait to sit on one.
I also wished they had not changed the 1600 Nomad bags. Everything else is great. Maybe by spring COBRA will have slip-ons. |
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