05 Nomad F&S Lightbar

Scott M · 06-15-2005

It's been over 5 months since I took possession of my 05 Nomad, and like everyone else....am patiently waiting for a Fire & Steel lightbar. I'm sure my dealer is tired of my weekly visits and inquiries.

I was wondering if the 1600 Classic lightbar might fit, anyone tried this? I've checked out the fork assembly part numbers and detail drawings from Kawasaki. The forks, triple tree assemblies and turn signal brackets are all identical from the Classic to the Nomad. All part numbers match.

Parts diagrams available at :
http://www.kawasaki.com/Default.asp?...homesplash.asp

It's just a thought that possibly we can use the Classic lightbar #K32001-8 rather than waiting for a dedicated part from Fire & Steel for the Nomad. The Classic lightbar description indicates it will fit with or without a windshield so I am assuming our Nomad windshields should fit. Maybe someone else has had this idea and can offer up suggestions? In the mean time, I'll just keep riding and waiting....did I mention this is one **** of a nice bike!!

Keep the rubber side down,

Cabo · 06-16-2005

I got a cobra.. I've had mine a few weeks..

Desoto · 06-16-2005

No. The lightbar from the 1600 Classic doesn't fit. My brother has a 2005 Nomad and, like you, he is waiting for the F&S bar. When he got his bike, the dealer had installed the 1600 Classic lightbar thinking it would fit. It does to a certain point. They just can't get the lowers to fit.

NomadAlan · 06-16-2005

If you're just needing some lights you might check gadget's site for some ideas. I mounted two small lights from wally world on the stock turn signal bar -total cost $32.00. Did a similiar trick for some led taillights.

I'm sure the Cobra bar gives that extra bling, but the budget couldn't go there just now. And since I commute daily on my 05 Nomad (and I often work past dark:30) -getting some extra lighting was a must for now.

Scott M · 06-16-2005

Thanks Desoto, never thought about the lowers interfering with the lights. Dealer informed me today he had Kawi reps in the store shortly after my last visit and he *****ed them out for me...LOL I was checking out some spotlights from CW Int'l which look pretty decent as well, but will likely hold out for the F&S lightbar since it was a Kawi promotion when I purchased the bike.

Thanks again.

Desoto · 06-18-2005

My brother finaly got his yesterday. It looks sweet. If Kawasaki managed to send lightbars to Canada, maybe you'll get yours shortly.

06-15-2005	#1 (permalink)
Scott M Newbie Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Southern Ontario, Canada Posts: 10	05 Nomad F&S Lightbar It's been over 5 months since I took possession of my 05 Nomad, and like everyone else....am patiently waiting for a Fire & Steel lightbar. I'm sure my dealer is tired of my weekly visits and inquiries. I was wondering if the 1600 Classic lightbar might fit, anyone tried this? I've checked out the fork assembly part numbers and detail drawings from Kawasaki. The forks, triple tree assemblies and turn signal brackets are all identical from the Classic to the Nomad. All part numbers match. Parts diagrams available at : http://www.kawasaki.com/Default.asp?...homesplash.asp It's just a thought that possibly we can use the Classic lightbar #K32001-8 rather than waiting for a dedicated part from Fire & Steel for the Nomad. The Classic lightbar description indicates it will fit with or without a windshield so I am assuming our Nomad windshields should fit. Maybe someone else has had this idea and can offer up suggestions? In the mean time, I'll just keep riding and waiting....did I mention this is one ** of a nice bike!! Keep the rubber side down, __________________ Scott (aka Scooter)** 1st Officer Elgin County Chapter 224 Southern Cruisers Riding Club St.Thomas, Ontario

06-16-2005	#3 (permalink)
Desoto 667 Neighbor of the Beast BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada Posts: 277	No. The lightbar from the 1600 Classic doesn't fit. My brother has a 2005 Nomad and, like you, he is waiting for the F&S bar. When he got his bike, the dealer had installed the 1600 Classic lightbar thinking it would fit. It does to a certain point. They just can't get the lowers to fit. __________________ Don't go where the path leads you, instead go where there is no path and leave a trail

06-16-2005	#4 (permalink)
NomadAlan Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: East Texas Posts: 48	If you're just needing some lights you might check gadget's site for some ideas. I mounted two small lights from wally world on the stock turn signal bar -total cost $32.00. Did a similiar trick for some led taillights. I'm sure the Cobra bar gives that extra bling, but the budget couldn't go there just now. And since I commute daily on my 05 Nomad (and I often work past dark:30) -getting some extra lighting was a must for now. __________________ 2005 Vulcan Nomad 1600 FI Silver & Black Scootworks Phat II Risers ...waiting for new lowers ...waiting for new drivers backrest

06-16-2005	#5 (permalink)
Scott M Newbie Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Southern Ontario, Canada Posts: 10	Thanks Desoto, never thought about the lowers interfering with the lights. Dealer informed me today he had Kawi reps in the store shortly after my last visit and he ***ed them out for me...LOL I was checking out some spotlights from CW Int'l which look pretty decent as well, but will likely hold out for the F&S lightbar since it was a Kawi promotion when I purchased the bike. Thanks again. __________________ Scott (aka Scooter)** 1st Officer Elgin County Chapter 224 Southern Cruisers Riding Club St.Thomas, Ontario

06-18-2005	#6 (permalink)
Desoto 667 Neighbor of the Beast BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada Posts: 277	My brother finaly got his yesterday. It looks sweet. If Kawasaki managed to send lightbars to Canada, maybe you'll get yours shortly. __________________ Don't go where the path leads you, instead go where there is no path and leave a trail

06-16-2005	#2 (permalink)
Cabo Can't find time to ride BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 591	I got a cobra.. I've had mine a few weeks..

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