1500/1600 vs. 1700 - Page 3

**cnc** · 10-31-2011, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by dyetube

Where did you get the bags, I want a pair myself!

Here you go.
http://www.tlcproducts.com/servlet/C...egory=Kawasaki

dyetube · 11-01-2011, 12:37 PM

Thanks!

**cedar** · 11-02-2016, 02:45 PM

This comparison is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!

I currently have a Suzuki C50, but have been looking at a Nomad for a while. I've found quite a few for sale in the area, but wanted more information to make a better decision about which one to get.

cactusjack · 11-02-2016, 07:14 PM

You do know this is a 5 year old thread, right? Wow, 5 years ago yesterday.

**BudMan** · 11-02-2016, 08:03 PM

Someone used the search button. Although 5 years old it answered his question.
Glad this thread helped cedar. Welcome to the forum.

talon · 11-02-2016, 10:33 PM

Yep, it was a great write up. I put 50,000 miles on my 2005 1600 nomad and loved every mile. When the Vaquero came out, I loved the look and couldn't get it out of my mind. I eventually found the 2012 SE model that I have now. The Vaquero is a different bike, but they each have their pros and cons, like any other. I miss the Nomad on occasion, but I love my Vaq. And with a few mods, mine isn't as hot any more.

Ride safe and enjoy the road.
T

**cedar** · 11-04-2016, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

You do know this is a 5 year old thread, right? Wow, 5 years ago yesterday.

Yep, 5 years old and still relevant. I'm looking at a 1500 and a 1700. Before deciding on which one to buy I wanted to see what others had to say about them. This thread has provided just the information I was looking for. Thought I'd do a search before making a new post. Turned out pretty good.

mbarr10 · 11-04-2016, 04:58 PM

The 2007 1500 classic was a great bike for me. never saw the shop for 10 years and 42,000 miles. first plug change was at 32,000 and they still looked good. But it sucked in the corners, the shaft drive drag was present, and the worst part was only 1 front brake. Not cool for fast braking, seriously scared the crap out of me a few times. Good thing was it never locked up. Over all though it was a great bike. Noisy motor. I put a Reckless motoecycle faring on it and it was great.

2016 Vaquero= Very rough breaking in. sucked a lot, vibrations and pulses I really thought about getting my 1500 back more than once. I put a Rays throttle mod on to smooth out the inconsistent acceleration. It helped a lot. After a thousand miles I have become a happier camper. At day one the corners were so improved I actually scraped the boards a few times, that is how confidently I went into corners. Still trying to find the right balance for the suspension. at 194 lb I am at 3 with 15lbs pressure and going up to 20 today just to see. This bike is 100lbs heavier and feels 100lbs lighter. I think it is the frame mounted fairing + changes in the weight distribution.
I have driven, Octane, Vision, Street glide, Gold wing, Versys, Can-am. Wish the Vaquero had a 1000 Z motor, that would really be the best machine on the market. I really like the acceleration on the Versys.
I hope that helps.

mick56 · 11-12-2016, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dyetube

Where did you get the bags, I want a pair myself!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kawasaki-V...AAAOSwEetV9x2M

DragonLady58 · 11-12-2016, 08:59 PM

A Great Writeup! Great comparisons. I was tempted by the 1700s, but, I love the early Nomads. I believe theres a place for both bikes for people looking for diff. things.
Myself, my 1500 performs way past what the 1700 does, because I have the later model 1600 motor bolted in with the big bore Thunder kit, also some other goodies/mods installed.
Aside from that, the various differences in this thread I believe, is worth making it a sticky, so folks thinking of trading up can compare the pros and cons....
Yes, the 1500s have their flaws, which, can be addressed thru mods. One thing I can say though, without a doubt, the 1700 is fast, powerful, smooth, comfortable, a great touring machine.

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11-02-2016, 10:33 PM	#36
talon Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Van Buren, AR Posts: 462	Yep, it was a great write up. I put 50,000 miles on my 2005 1600 nomad and loved every mile. When the Vaquero came out, I loved the look and couldn't get it out of my mind. I eventually found the 2012 SE model that I have now. The Vaquero is a different bike, but they each have their pros and cons, like any other. I miss the Nomad on occasion, but I love my Vaq. And with a few mods, mine isn't as hot any more. Ride safe and enjoy the road. T __________________ Heath Cady aka "Talon" VBA #01416 2012 Vaquero SE Candy-Lime Green/Black aka "T'Kehla" 2005 Nomad 1600 Black/Silver aka "Mystique" (SOLD) 2006 Vulcan Classic aka "Lil'Wolf" (SOLD) "Life isn't a race; no one gets out alive. May as well slow down and enjoy the ride." Last edited by talon; 11-02-2016 at 10:36 PM.
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11-04-2016, 04:58 PM	#38
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,567	The 2007 1500 classic was a great bike for me. never saw the shop for 10 years and 42,000 miles. first plug change was at 32,000 and they still looked good. But it sucked in the corners, the shaft drive drag was present, and the worst part was only 1 front brake. Not cool for fast braking, seriously scared the crap out of me a few times. Good thing was it never locked up. Over all though it was a great bike. Noisy motor. I put a Reckless motoecycle faring on it and it was great. 2016 Vaquero= Very rough breaking in. sucked a lot, vibrations and pulses I really thought about getting my 1500 back more than once. I put a Rays throttle mod on to smooth out the inconsistent acceleration. It helped a lot. After a thousand miles I have become a happier camper. At day one the corners were so improved I actually scraped the boards a few times, that is how confidently I went into corners. Still trying to find the right balance for the suspension. at 194 lb I am at 3 with 15lbs pressure and going up to 20 today just to see. This bike is 100lbs heavier and feels 100lbs lighter. I think it is the frame mounted fairing + changes in the weight distribution. I have driven, Octane, Vision, Street glide, Gold wing, Versys, Can-am. Wish the Vaquero had a 1000 Z motor, that would really be the best machine on the market. I really like the acceleration on the Versys. I hope that helps. __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles
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11-12-2016, 08:59 PM	#40
DragonLady58 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Somewhere South of Alaska.... Posts: 2,373	A Great Writeup! Great comparisons. I was tempted by the 1700s, but, I love the early Nomads. I believe theres a place for both bikes for people looking for diff. things. Myself, my 1500 performs way past what the 1700 does, because I have the later model 1600 motor bolted in with the big bore Thunder kit, also some other goodies/mods installed. Aside from that, the various differences in this thread I believe, is worth making it a sticky, so folks thinking of trading up can compare the pros and cons.... Yes, the 1500s have their flaws, which, can be addressed thru mods. One thing I can say though, without a doubt, the 1700 is fast, powerful, smooth, comfortable, a great touring machine. __________________ --------------------- Don't start no schit, there won't be no schit.... My Sarcasm is directly proportional to the amount of Stupidity involved --------------------- VBA#03239 VROC#37400 VRA --------------------- 2014 Vaquero 2001 Nomad FI 2003 Street Glide (sold) 1500 Meanie, fresh rebuild (sold) 90s BUBF Bobber (sold) 2001 UltraCycle FatPounder (Sold) 1975 HD ElectraGlide (Sold) 1982 Kawasaki Z1 Chopper (Sold) Suck It Up & Ride!
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