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12-18-2008, 08:37 PM | #1 |
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Wanted to say HI to everyone and let it be known it is official! I am a thrilled new owner of an '08 Nomad. That is the good news, bad news is that I have it in storage at the dealer. Paid for it during an ice storm and wouldn't have even tried trailering it home that night. Let them keep it nice and warm for me until it is safe to get out, but I might have to stop in for a few visits I am sure!
This makes my third new Kawasaki, a 500 H!, and a KZ 650 I sold recently. I looked at every motorcycle above 900cc from almost every manufacturer and would not buy until I looked at a Nomad, and wow am I glad I waited... it fits me perfectly! My only concern will be the need to take my time getting used to the difference in size from my old one. After not riding for a few years this is a dream come true for me to be in a position to have some time off and the resources to travel on a motorcycle that will not beat me up. One trip to Fla. on the 650 years ago convinced me I wanted something much more comfortable. Think I found it? Planning trips already, one or two with my sister in KY who has a Honda Shadow, some rides to my campsite and to Hocking hills here in Ohio with my SO. The one I am looking forward to the most is after I get my GPS mounted (I get lost easily and do want to make it back home eventually) to head off in one direction yet to be decided, with no destination in mind... for a week, maybe two. My favorite expression "nowhere to go and all day to get there" has new meaning now Thanks for letting me ramble, I will be checking in regularly at least until the bike is home safe and WARM! Jack Cooksey Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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12-18-2008, 08:46 PM | #2 |
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Welcome aboard........what color did you get?
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12-18-2008, 08:53 PM | #4 |
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...Jack
Congratulations on your new ride. You made a great choice and you won't regret it for a minute. Welcome to KawaNOW from western Canada. Lotsa great people here and we're always willing to help with info. Hope you get her home soon!!! :)
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12-18-2008, 09:04 PM | #5 |
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Welcome Jack,
The new Nomad will suit you well. The comfort and overall balance of the bike will put you at ease. Just spend a few slow, leasurily rides taking your time feeling up the bike..I mean getting the feel of it..haha Welcome to a great site....Add some pictures of your bike when you get some taken. Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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12-18-2008, 09:18 PM | #6 |
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Welcome to the board from West Central Florida. There are some great areas in Ohio to ride...hope I can do it some time in the next year or so. I kinda miss my old home state.
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12-18-2008, 09:22 PM | #7 |
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Welcome to the Nomad Nation Jack. Hope to see you in South Dakota in June for the National Rally.
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12-18-2008, 09:45 PM | #9 |
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Welcome from Arizona. You will find the red/black is good conversation starter.
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Welcome from north Georgia. I think you are going to love your new nomad!
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12-18-2008, 10:06 PM | #11 |
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Welcome from the Colorado Rocky Mountains!
You are going to love the Nomad!
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12-18-2008, 10:18 PM | #12 |
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Welcome from Canada, make yourself at home.
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12-18-2008, 10:22 PM | #13 |
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Welcome from Route 66 in New Mexico. Good color choice!
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12-18-2008, 10:29 PM | #14 |
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I'm glad you explained about the seat and side cover. I was going to tell you that it won't be very comfortable to ride the way it is pictured ;)
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12-18-2008, 10:32 PM | #15 |
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Welcome, make yourself to home. It's a good place to be!
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