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Originally Posted by Scotty Luv
Cary,
I know I'm biased but ya gotta go with the Nomad. 
But seriously, It really depends on your primary use of the bike. If you want or need to take stuff with you anywhere you go, the Nomad is the ONLY choice. You can't beat lockable hard bags. Seeing as how you *are* going to take at least *one* long trip next year, I think you will be happier with the Nomad. Sooooo many touring goodies for sooooo little money... |
You're so right, everyone evaluates a bike based on so many different variables. In my case I never really gave "long trips" a thought when I saw my Nomad.
I've always viewed those hardbags as a necessity to make the bike useful daily transportation for all of lifes needs. It locks up stuff quick and easy and can haul a boat load of stuff home from the market.
I realize the V2K LT comes close to doing the same job, but it ain't quite there yet for me. And I suspect my view of the Nomad has much to do with the fact that I always intended to make my bike my PRIMARY means of year round transportation. Folks who don't use a bike that way -might be more concerned with power or classic looks.
My previous "bass boat weekend toy" comment was not meant to disrespect other riders -just an observation of how we make different choices on what a bike "needs" to have.
