Best way to blow fifty bucks

03-20-2009, 12:35 AM

So I got $50 from my in-laws for my b-day. I'm just trying to decide how to spend it. I'm leaning toward a 6" smoked windshield for my up and coming fairing. I've already got Kury grips (and hate them) so I might buy a different set of grips. Maybe a throttle lock. So I'll put it out to a few of you guys, what was the best $50 you've ever spent.......oh and lets make it to items you have put on your Nomads.

**taranis** · 03-20-2009, 12:46 AM

Man, I can think of a few things, not on, but in:

Seat mod (buy the stuff, DIY)
Saddlebag liners
Vista Cruise throttle lock
Cramp Buster
Tank bib
Luggage

Best bang for your buck: 3 tanks of gas and a good meal to end an awesome day.

lw · 03-20-2009, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taranis

Best bang for your buck: 3 tanks of gas and a good meal to end an awesome day.

+1

bosko · 03-20-2009, 05:42 AM

It was more than $50, but my first item I put on the Nad was a set of Phat II risers. Best money I've spent on it so far, at least my back says so.

Can't wait to try out my Grasshopper backrest.

superduty · 03-20-2009, 07:13 AM

Highway bar chaps really help keep the lower legs warm on these chilly spring morning rides.

gopjohnny · 03-20-2009, 07:16 AM

$50? mmmmm lap dance, ......... well I rode my bike to the place doesnt that count?

lonewolf · 03-20-2009, 07:23 AM

money well spent imo!

caddman11 · 03-20-2009, 07:26 AM

If your going to travel with you Nomad, the luggage off ebay is a must if you don't already have them, otherwise a throttle lock would be my choice.

cactusjack · 03-20-2009, 09:30 AM

The best $50 I ever spent on my Nomad was for the Audiovox CCS100 electronic cruise control.

$27 - Audiovox unit
$10 - Parts needed to construct vacuum canister
$11 - NAPA vacuum check valve
================
$48 Total

Riding enjoyment: priceless!

**schoeney** · 03-20-2009, 10:28 AM

Well here is my list in the order I would buy them again.

1- Battery Tender
2- Chuckster's risers (Ok they ar a little over $50--actually $58)
3- Engine Guard Chaps
4- Throttle Lock
5- Hi Way Pegs (Cheapies)
6- Tank Bibb
7- Wind Shield Bag
8- Cramp Buster
9- Thermometer

bobzinger · 03-20-2009, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taranis

Man, I can think of a few things, not on, but in:

Best bang for your buck: 3 tanks of gas and a good meal to end an awesome day.

+1

reaper · 03-20-2009, 05:57 PM

I could make a suggestion, but Tripp would probably ban me for life

towering · 03-20-2009, 07:56 PM

Give me the money and i will put it to good use for you.

03-20-2009, 08:03 PM

Great answers guys, some I already have. CJ I love the cruise idea, and quite honestly I'm not afraid to tinker with my bike, but that whole cruise control installation is a little intimidating to me.

I think I'm just going to go with my original plan and buy a nice 6" smoked windshield to go on my upcoming fairing. I'd like to get that thing on before the riding season really kicks in here. I think I'll have just enough left over to sneek in a throttle lock.

dandolfn · 03-21-2009, 06:10 AM

A Stebel Horn will run under $50.

03-20-2009, 12:35 AM	#1
Guest Posts: n/a	Best way to blow fifty bucks So I got $50 from my in-laws for my b-day. I'm just trying to decide how to spend it. I'm leaning toward a 6" smoked windshield for my up and coming fairing. I've already got Kury grips (and hate them) so I might buy a different set of grips. Maybe a throttle lock. So I'll put it out to a few of you guys, what was the best $50 you've ever spent.......oh and lets make it to items you have put on your Nomads. Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-20-2009, 12:46 AM	#2
taranis Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 802	Best way to blow fifty bucks Man, I can think of a few things, not on, but in: Seat mod (buy the stuff, DIY) Saddlebag liners Vista Cruise throttle lock Cramp Buster Tank bib Luggage Best bang for your buck: 3 tanks of gas and a good meal to end an awesome day. __________________ _______________________ "Taranis" and the Lovely Ann KawaNOW Oldschool #885 His: 2006 Nomad Hers: 2008 VN900 Classic LT
	0

03-20-2009, 05:42 AM	#4
bosko Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 818	Best way to blow fifty bucks It was more than $50, but my first item I put on the Nad was a set of Phat II risers. Best money I've spent on it so far, at least my back says so. Can't wait to try out my Grasshopper backrest.
	0

03-20-2009, 07:13 AM	#5
superduty Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Independence, MO Posts: 259	Best way to blow fifty bucks Highway bar chaps really help keep the lower legs warm on these chilly spring morning rides. Login or Register to Remove Ads
	0

03-20-2009, 07:16 AM	#6
gopjohnny Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Moulton Alabama Posts: 304	Best way to blow fifty bucks $50? mmmmm lap dance, ......... well I rode my bike to the place doesnt that count?
	0

03-20-2009, 07:23 AM	#7
lonewolf Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: central mn. Posts: 545	Best way to blow fifty bucks money well spent imo! __________________ Kawanow # 370 2007 red and titanium nomad Darksider
	0

03-20-2009, 07:26 AM	#8
caddman11 Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 890	Best way to blow fifty bucks If your going to travel with you Nomad, the luggage off ebay is a must if you don't already have them, otherwise a throttle lock would be my choice.
	0

03-20-2009, 09:30 AM	#9
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Best way to blow fifty bucks The best $50 I ever spent on my Nomad was for the Audiovox CCS100 electronic cruise control. $27 - Audiovox unit $10 - Parts needed to construct vacuum canister $11 - NAPA vacuum check valve ================ $48 Total Riding enjoyment: priceless! __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
	0

03-20-2009, 10:28 AM	#10
schoeney Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Region Posts: 5,222	Best way to blow fifty bucks Well here is my list in the order I would buy them again. 1- Battery Tender 2- Chuckster's risers (Ok they ar a little over $50--actually $58) 3- Engine Guard Chaps 4- Throttle Lock 5- Hi Way Pegs (Cheapies) 6- Tank Bibb 7- Wind Shield Bag 8- Cramp Buster 9- Thermometer __________________ VBA #659 2003 Nomad 1500 (Gone but never forgotten) 2005 Honda ST1300 - Sweet and still kickin 2006 Honda Goldwing - Best Boat in the Marina
	0

03-20-2009, 05:57 PM	#12
reaper Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Augustine, FL Posts: 591	Best way to blow fifty bucks I could make a suggestion, but Tripp would probably ban me for life __________________ Doug 08 1600 Nomad FI Metallic Ocean Blue / Neutron Silver Web Slinger's Speedo face, Chuckster's Air Kit, Jay's LED Tail light, dshelly's throttle mod, Kuryakan Deep Bezel lens, Headlight Modulator, Kuryakan Run/Brake/Turn, DWG 2" speakers and amp, Stebel Air Horn Fire & Iron, Red Knights, ROK, VBA, VRA, VROC, IAFF
	0

03-20-2009, 07:56 PM	#13
towering Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lexington S.C Posts: 366	Best way to blow fifty bucks Give me the money and i will put it to good use for you.
	0

03-20-2009, 08:03 PM	#14
Guest Posts: n/a	Best way to blow fifty bucks Great answers guys, some I already have. CJ I love the cruise idea, and quite honestly I'm not afraid to tinker with my bike, but that whole cruise control installation is a little intimidating to me. I think I'm just going to go with my original plan and buy a nice 6" smoked windshield to go on my upcoming fairing. I'd like to get that thing on before the riding season really kicks in here. I think I'll have just enough left over to sneek in a throttle lock.
	0

03-21-2009, 06:10 AM	#15
dandolfn Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 374	Best way to blow fifty bucks A Stebel Horn will run under $50. __________________ If you don't grow up by age 60, you don't have to...
	0

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Big Bucks for 2 Wheels FOUND	Loafer	Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager	28	08-30-2011 10:20 AM
THis is gonna blow you away!!!!	wompus	Off-Topic	11	02-17-2011 11:37 AM
Oh how they blow	Kawhead	Lighter Side/Jokes	4	10-01-2009 05:50 PM
Well, now that we're at 4 Bucks and climbing...		Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager	48	05-29-2008 09:55 AM
Christmas Bucks and Parts?	bobzinger	Vulcan Nomad/Vaquero/Voyager	40	12-27-2007 06:17 PM