possible nomad purchase

akaseman121 · 07-12-2009, 03:49 PM

Hi all new to the forum. I have at the moment a honda cbr 600. First bike got it in a trade for a jeep. Well i really like the bike around town but i just got back from and overniter that was about 4hours one direction. It sorta hurt buy the time i got home the next day. So anyway at a local dealership they have a 1999 nomad for sale. Its in decent shape. The one bag has a pretty good scratch in her but other than that it looks pretty good. THe only thing that bothers me is that it has 29k on it. I was just wondering how these bikes hold up with some miles on them. Also i was wondering if you think a newer rider can handle a larger bike like this too. My gf has a 02 shadow 750 thats a blast to ride around on and i have no problems with riding that. I really like to know what you guys think. THanks

lw · 07-12-2009, 03:57 PM

29K is nothing on a Nomad. I've heard of many going over 100K and even one over 200K

**Cajunrider** · 07-12-2009, 04:10 PM

My first ever bike was a 2007 Nomad which I still have in one piece. You'll adjust to it in a short while. Oh, welcome to the Nomad Nation from southern Louisiana.

kawgirl · 07-12-2009, 04:42 PM

You'll be fine on the Nomad. It's a great bike and LW is right, 29K is nothing on a Nomad. I have an 02 with 31K on it and is going strong. I'm pretty sure CoachA's 99 has more than that on it and his is kicking butt. You regret buying a Nomad.

landman · 07-12-2009, 04:46 PM

first of all welcome aboard.second of all 29k on a 10 year old bike
is very low mileage.assuming it has been reasonably well taken
care of you should get many more care free miles.

akaseman121 · 07-12-2009, 04:54 PM

hey guys thanks for all the replys. Im not completly sure what im gonna do at the moment. I rally do enjoy the speed of my cbr. At the same time i really enjoy the comfort of my gfs shadow. Its really fun when i jump on throttle of that little 750 with the V + H pipes on it. Sounds great for a such a little bike.

**billmac** · 07-12-2009, 05:09 PM

Nomads are not well known for speed and it is heavy. How many long rides you planning on doing? Sounds like you may want to just keep borrowing your girlfriends bike or buy one like it.

I consider my Nomad a sluggish cruiser compared to CBR. However, Nightmare has a turbo on his Nomad and he left me so bad I thought I was draggin an anchor. So you can speed a Nomad up if you want.

If you go with a Nomad, you have found the right website.

dkdixie · 07-12-2009, 05:33 PM

29K on a '99 is nothing, assuming its been well maintained. I've got 20K on an 08!!

akaseman121 · 07-12-2009, 05:46 PM

Not sure on how many far trips. I do want to do a few more overniters this season if i can. I commute with my bike now every chance i get. Granted its only a 5 minute drive. I also try and take a cruise almost everyday when i get off work. Im just waiting for my girl to start riding she cant until the second week or so of august.

caddman11 · 07-12-2009, 06:15 PM

I pretty sure that the 99 has a plastic oil gear (POG), that can be an issue if it has not been changed. I'm sure that one of the guys with a 99 will chime in and tell you how to check.

**ringadingh** · 07-12-2009, 06:17 PM

Nomads are almost bullet proof bikes for the most part, the only thing about a 99 model is to ask if the plastic oil gear (pog) has been replaced by a dealer. There wasn't a recall on this problem but kawasaki will fix it when it fails. They all will fail at some point its just a matter of when. This was the only year they used a plastic gear and all other Nomads have the steel gear installed. There are some bikes out there with over 200,000 miles and many over 100,000 miles. The only other thing you may need before long is a clutch spring, they are another part that usually needs changing by about 40,000 miles but is only about $50.00 for the spring and gasket. Its an easy repair to do yourself. Check out Gadgets Fix It sight, it also has tons of usefull info.

markusmaximus · 07-12-2009, 06:21 PM

Hi akaseman. Welcome to the forum.

I agree with others that 29 K is nothing for a Nomad. I jumped from a 500 "baby" Vulcan to the Nomad without any difficulty. For its size, the bike is nimble and easily ridden. Not a lot of acceleration though. The main reason I jumped to the Nomad was more comfort on trips and storage room since I like to ride to work.

No regrets here. Good luck.

**glwilson** · 07-12-2009, 06:40 PM

Most has been mentioned above; especially the POG -- but you didn't mention price.

For a '99 the price should be fairly low -- especially if the scratch on the bag is substantial.

akaseman121 · 07-12-2009, 06:47 PM

http://www.koupscycleshop.com/pages/preo....i_vn-1500.asp x

thats the bike for anyone who is curious. Its at a dealership so im sure the price is a bit high. They said they would do a straight trade for my 2002 cbr. My cbr is a little high(16.5k) in miles to but in good shape.

audiogooroo · 07-12-2009, 07:13 PM

I have a 99 and would not hesitate to buy another. The POG is the only thing to be aware of. If it's been replaced, you're good to go. If not, perhaps that could be used as a bargaining chip to get the price down, then replace it yourself with a JOG for a couple hundred bucks.
Great bike!

07-12-2009, 03:49 PM	#1
akaseman121 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 8	possible nomad purchase Hi all new to the forum. I have at the moment a honda cbr 600. First bike got it in a trade for a jeep. Well i really like the bike around town but i just got back from and overniter that was about 4hours one direction. It sorta hurt buy the time i got home the next day. So anyway at a local dealership they have a 1999 nomad for sale. Its in decent shape. The one bag has a pretty good scratch in her but other than that it looks pretty good. THe only thing that bothers me is that it has 29k on it. I was just wondering how these bikes hold up with some miles on them. Also i was wondering if you think a newer rider can handle a larger bike like this too. My gf has a 02 shadow 750 thats a blast to ride around on and i have no problems with riding that. I really like to know what you guys think. THanks Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-12-2009, 03:57 PM	#2
lw Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pasadena, Texas Posts: 2,117	possible nomad purchase 29K is nothing on a Nomad. I've heard of many going over 100K and even one over 200K
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07-12-2009, 04:10 PM	#3
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	possible nomad purchase My first ever bike was a 2007 Nomad which I still have in one piece. You'll adjust to it in a short while. Oh, welcome to the Nomad Nation from southern Louisiana. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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07-12-2009, 04:42 PM	#4
kawgirl Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 2,729	possible nomad purchase You'll be fine on the Nomad. It's a great bike and LW is right, 29K is nothing on a Nomad. I have an 02 with 31K on it and is going strong. I'm pretty sure CoachA's 99 has more than that on it and his is kicking butt. You regret buying a Nomad. __________________ Amy "kawgirl" Neal Greenville, NC 2002 Nomad
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07-12-2009, 04:46 PM	#5
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	possible nomad purchase first of all welcome aboard.second of all 29k on a 10 year old bike is very low mileage.assuming it has been reasonably well taken care of you should get many more care free miles. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-12-2009, 04:54 PM	#6
akaseman121 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 8	possible nomad purchase hey guys thanks for all the replys. Im not completly sure what im gonna do at the moment. I rally do enjoy the speed of my cbr. At the same time i really enjoy the comfort of my gfs shadow. Its really fun when i jump on throttle of that little 750 with the V + H pipes on it. Sounds great for a such a little bike.
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07-12-2009, 05:09 PM	#7
billmac Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,472	possible nomad purchase Nomads are not well known for speed and it is heavy. How many long rides you planning on doing? Sounds like you may want to just keep borrowing your girlfriends bike or buy one like it. I consider my Nomad a sluggish cruiser compared to CBR. However, Nightmare has a turbo on his Nomad and he left me so bad I thought I was draggin an anchor. So you can speed a Nomad up if you want. If you go with a Nomad, you have found the right website.
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07-12-2009, 05:33 PM	#8
dkdixie Sr. Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Blairsville in N. GA mountains Posts: 1,625	possible nomad purchase 29K on a '99 is nothing, assuming its been well maintained. I've got 20K on an 08!! __________________ Dick Campbell Blairsville, GA 2008 Red & Black Nomad 1600 (retired) 2009 1900 Yamaha Stratoliner (retired) 2013 1900 Yamaha Stratoliner 2018 CanAm RT Limited Spyder (Sold) 2014 Goldwing Roadsmith Red Trike (Sold) 2019 Goldwing DCT Roadsmith Copper & Black Trike VBA #243 Darkside #115 Patriot Guard Rider American Legion Rider
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07-12-2009, 05:46 PM	#9
akaseman121 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 8	possible nomad purchase Not sure on how many far trips. I do want to do a few more overniters this season if i can. I commute with my bike now every chance i get. Granted its only a 5 minute drive. I also try and take a cruise almost everyday when i get off work. Im just waiting for my girl to start riding she cant until the second week or so of august.
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07-12-2009, 06:15 PM	#10
caddman11 Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 890	possible nomad purchase I pretty sure that the 99 has a plastic oil gear (POG), that can be an issue if it has not been changed. I'm sure that one of the guys with a 99 will chime in and tell you how to check.
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07-12-2009, 06:17 PM	#11
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	possible nomad purchase Nomads are almost bullet proof bikes for the most part, the only thing about a 99 model is to ask if the plastic oil gear (pog) has been replaced by a dealer. There wasn't a recall on this problem but kawasaki will fix it when it fails. They all will fail at some point its just a matter of when. This was the only year they used a plastic gear and all other Nomads have the steel gear installed. There are some bikes out there with over 200,000 miles and many over 100,000 miles. The only other thing you may need before long is a clutch spring, they are another part that usually needs changing by about 40,000 miles but is only about $50.00 for the spring and gasket. Its an easy repair to do yourself. Check out Gadgets Fix It sight, it also has tons of usefull info. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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07-12-2009, 06:21 PM	#12
markusmaximus Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Indiana Posts: 603	possible nomad purchase Hi akaseman. Welcome to the forum. I agree with others that 29 K is nothing for a Nomad. I jumped from a 500 "baby" Vulcan to the Nomad without any difficulty. For its size, the bike is nimble and easily ridden. Not a lot of acceleration though. The main reason I jumped to the Nomad was more comfort on trips and storage room since I like to ride to work. No regrets here. Good luck.
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07-12-2009, 06:40 PM	#13
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	possible nomad purchase Most has been mentioned above; especially the POG -- but you didn't mention price. For a '99 the price should be fairly low -- especially if the scratch on the bag is substantial. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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07-12-2009, 06:47 PM	#14
akaseman121 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 8	possible nomad purchase http://www.koupscycleshop.com/pages/preo....i_vn-1500.asp x thats the bike for anyone who is curious. Its at a dealership so im sure the price is a bit high. They said they would do a straight trade for my 2002 cbr. My cbr is a little high(16.5k) in miles to but in good shape.
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07-12-2009, 07:13 PM	#15
audiogooroo Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado/Las Vegas, NV Posts: 3,390	possible nomad purchase I have a 99 and would not hesitate to buy another. The POG is the only thing to be aware of. If it's been replaced, you're good to go. If not, perhaps that could be used as a bargaining chip to get the price down, then replace it yourself with a JOG for a couple hundred bucks. Great bike! __________________ Audiogooroo - Daryl Porter Colorado Springs, CO VBA #248 VROC #17261 1999 Grn/Grn Nomad
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