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NY_Guy · 08-08-2005

Welcome, Bones. I've had a Nomad for 4 years (1990 Vulcan before that) and love the bike for in-town (NYC) and long distance, two lane rides. I did, however, add a Thuder Air Kit and aftermarket pipes early-on to add 7 hp. When I buy another Nomad, I'll probably add a ring/cam set for more hp (my only minor complaint about the bike). The stock 1600 engine should be fine to carry you, your wife and trailer, but you might not have great acceleration. The bike is very solid, comfortable, and rarely breaks down with regular maintenance. And they look great!

Someone did a poll recently on this forum and 11% of the members ride Nomads (the largest numbers rides Classics and MeanStreaks). I took an 8,000 trip (3 weeks with stops, typically 400 miles/day) and burned no measureable oil. Everything worked just the way it's supposed to. I did later replace the seat w/ Mustang because my butt would really get sore (that may be improved on the newer Nomads). I also understand they've changed the frame since 2000 as well.

Again, welcome and you've come to the right place to ask about Nomads and other great cruisers.

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NY_Guy In Search of Perfect Tune Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Manhattan Posts: 1,701	Welcome, Bones. I've had a Nomad for 4 years (1990 Vulcan before that) and love the bike for in-town (NYC) and long distance, two lane rides. I did, however, add a Thuder Air Kit and aftermarket pipes early-on to add 7 hp. When I buy another Nomad, I'll probably add a ring/cam set for more hp (my only minor complaint about the bike). The stock 1600 engine should be fine to carry you, your wife and trailer, but you might not have great acceleration. The bike is very solid, comfortable, and rarely breaks down with regular maintenance. And they look great! Someone did a poll recently on this forum and 11% of the members ride Nomads (the largest numbers rides Classics and MeanStreaks). I took an 8,000 trip (3 weeks with stops, typically 400 miles/day) and burned no measureable oil. Everything worked just the way it's supposed to. I did later replace the seat w/ Mustang because my butt would really get sore (that may be improved on the newer Nomads). I also understand they've changed the frame since 2000 as well. Again, welcome and you've come to the right place to ask about Nomads and other great cruisers. __________________ 2006 Black Nomad w/ TFI O2 Sensor Roadhouse 2/1 If you can't dance it's too late to plow.