POLL: V2K or Nomad - Page 8

*Lobocop* · 10-31-2006

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Originally Posted by Jambolaya

Well, you can lead a V2K to hard bags, but you can't lead a Nomad to 2K.

Besides, a Nomad still doesn't have a Topcase. So what's the big deal?

By the way, Lobocop, what's the story of that topcase you have there?

That was actually an old trunk I had in the garage for many years. I shortened it, painted it, and tossed it on the Nad. Now it is sitting in the garage again

jjeight · 11-02-2006

The Nomad would have been the logical choice but coming from a ZRX1200 it just wouldn't do it for me.

Scotty Luv · 11-02-2006

So Cary, ya gonna go by the poll results or just say screw it and get the V2K?

**2WheelFun** · 11-03-2006

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Originally Posted by Scotty Luv

So Cary, ya gonna go by the poll results or just say screw it and get the V2K?

Uhhhmmm...I was very curious to see what others would say about their choice of bike and why...hence the point of the poll.

I do want to thank all of you who have posted your views...comments...reasons about this topic.

For me...I have always loved the look of the Nomad and thought it would be my next bike...no questions asked. Since having the opportunity to ride a V2K at Red Lodge last July that bike has been in my mind ever since. Since I enjoy riding a 1500 already I began to think that owning a Nomad would not be much of a departure from the 1500 in many ways so my interest has been focusing on the V2K.

While we will always have our favorite motorcycles to keep us happy and both the Nomad and the V2K are obviously doing that for many...at this point in time...for me...I am seriously looking hard at the Vulcan 2000 LT as my next motorcycle purchase. I'm not in a hurry since winter has settled in now but I sure do enjoy looking at the LT on the Kawasaki website every time I go there.

Two very nice motorcycles:

Vulcan 2000 LT

Vulcan 1600 Nomad

Scotty Luv · 11-03-2006

^^^Both very nice indeed.

*Lobocop* · 11-03-2006

You Will be Assimilated
You Will be Part of the Collective

I do like my LT, but as you and I both have stated in this thread, the Nomad is also a nice ride!

**2WheelFun** · 11-03-2006

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Originally Posted by Lobocop

You Will be Assimilated

You Will be Part of the Collective

I do like my LT, but as you and I both have stated in this thread, the Nomad is also a nice ride!

LMAO!!!!!!

It would be my pleasure to be "Assimilated".

LOWFLYER · 11-03-2006

Oh for cryin' out loud, just get the V2k LT. That way you have the best of both worlds in Nomad utility with V2k power. Kind of a no-brainer I'd say....

Plato · 11-03-2006

Sorry to repeat, but looking at those pics side-by-side the Nomad is the beauty -what can I say, big hard bags do it for me

Rubyrider · 11-04-2006

You don't have the option I would choose...BOTH! I have a '02 red/black nomad efi with harley fairing and trunk with dual baggers, thunder air and tfi. I just picked up an '05 dk. blue metallic (ocean blue?) V2K with just a memphis windshield, Cobra 2-1 and Kuryakyn grips. Love the power of the V2K, love the comfort of the nomad.
RR

*trikebubble* · 11-04-2006

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Sublimal enough for you Cary?

LordGT · 11-04-2006

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Originally Posted by Rubyrider

You don't have the option I would choose...BOTH! I have a '02 red/black nomad efi with harley fairing and trunk with dual baggers, thunder air and tfi. I just picked up an '05 dk. blue metallic (ocean blue?) V2K with just a memphis windshield, Cobra 2-1 and Kuryakyn grips. Love the power of the V2K, love the comfort of the nomad.
RR

So which one did you vote for?

**2WheelFun** · 11-05-2006

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Originally Posted by LOWFLYER

Oh for cryin' out loud, just get the V2k LT. That way you have the best of both worlds in Nomad utility with V2k power. Kind of a no-brainer I'd say....

Just waiting for the right time. Soon I hope!

**2WheelFun** · 11-05-2006

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Originally Posted by Plato

Sorry to repeat, but looking at those pics side-by-side the Nomad is the beauty -what can I say, big hard bags do it for me

I really love the looks of the hard bags but I think of the damage that can occur if the bike goes over. I think it was BigJohn who's Nomad went over and ruined a hard bag. The cost of replacement is pretty steep!

**2WheelFun** · 11-05-2006

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Sublimal enough for you Cary?

I don't get it!? LOL

Thomas21 · 11-05-2006

I just bought the V2K because of the power and look! Thought about the Nomad but most of my riding is 1up so i really dont need the storage.

LOWFLYER · 11-05-2006

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Originally Posted by Thomas21

most of my riding is 1up so i really dont need the storage.

That's what are buddies on the Nomads are for....muahahahahahahah

gtrplayer · 11-05-2006

Bought my V2K Classic in July and have loved every minute of it. The Nomad is nice, but I refuse have a bike with bags or a windshield.

Plato · 11-05-2006

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Originally Posted by Thomas21

I just bought the V2K because of the power and look! Thought about the Nomad but most of my riding is 1up so i really dont need the storage.

I've never really equated needing storage with riding 2up. Unless you need to stuff the passenger in the hard bags

I think I view the hard bags as an absolute requirement because I use my Nomad as my PRIMARY means of transportation. Give it a try, hide the keys to the Cage for a month and make your bike your sole means of transport come rain or shine. I'm sure it can be done without hard bags/saddle bags -but after just a few trips to the grocery store you begin to see why the Nomad is king

Thomas21 · 11-05-2006

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Originally Posted by Plato

I've never really equated needing storage with riding 2up. Unless you need to stuff the passenger in the hard bags

Well... I will only ride 2up with a Female

and typically.... Females have "Stuff" and need a place to put it.
The Nomad is a beautifull bike, especailly the Black one. But..... I'm partial to black.

11-02-2006	#142 (permalink)
jjeight Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Willard, UT Posts: 77	The Nomad would have been the logical choice but coming from a ZRX1200 it just wouldn't do it for me. __________________ Older than most, younger than some. '75 S1 250 Triple (project) '05 VN2000D1 '06 KLR650

11-02-2006	#143 (permalink)
Scotty Luv Professor Luv - On His Toes Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 4,096	So Cary, ya gonna go by the poll results or just say screw it and get the V2K? __________________ - '06 ZX-6R 636 Titanium, red alloy wheels and tribal graphics - '04 Nomad Metallic dark bronze

11-03-2006	#145 (permalink)
Scotty Luv Professor Luv - On His Toes Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 4,096	^^^Both very nice indeed. __________________ - '06 ZX-6R 636 Titanium, red alloy wheels and tribal graphics - '04 Nomad Metallic dark bronze

11-03-2006	#146 (permalink)
Lobocop Last 007 MOM Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Carson City, Nevada Posts: 6,998	You Will be Assimilated You Will be Part of the Collective I do like my LT, but as you and I both have stated in this thread, the Nomad is also a nice ride! __________________ Build it if you can - Buy it if you must VROC #11416 *07 Red Lodge Survivor - DR# 009*

11-03-2006	#148 (permalink)
LOWFLYER Rogue Runner BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: McGuire AFB, Armpit New Jersey Posts: 142	V2k Oh for cryin' out loud, just get the V2k LT. That way you have the best of both worlds in Nomad utility with V2k power. Kind of a no-brainer I'd say.... __________________ 07 Candy Plasma Blue ZX-14-Stock for now.......

View Poll Results: V2K or Nomad
V2K	31	50.00%
Nomad	31	50.00%
Voters: 62. You may not vote on this poll

11-03-2006	#149 (permalink)
Plato Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2004 Location: East Texas Posts: 2,592	Sorry to repeat, but looking at those pics side-by-side the Nomad is the beauty -what can I say, big hard bags do it for me __________________ 05 Nomad/V&H Baggers/PCIII/Caddman Risers/Lights/Lowers/Chaps www.home.earthlink.net/~mthompson61

11-04-2006	#150 (permalink)
Rubyrider N. Illinois Kawboy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N. Illinois Posts: 5	You don't have the option I would choose...BOTH! I have a '02 red/black nomad efi with harley fairing and trunk with dual baggers, thunder air and tfi. I just picked up an '05 dk. blue metallic (ocean blue?) V2K with just a memphis windshield, Cobra 2-1 and Kuryakyn grips. Love the power of the V2K, love the comfort of the nomad. RR

11-04-2006	#151 (permalink)
trikebubble RIP Brother Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Okanagan Falls, BC Posts: 18,540	Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Vulcan 2000 LT Sublimal enough for you Cary? __________________ 2005 V2K Ltd "I'll ride the wave where it takes me, I'll hold the pain release me"

11-05-2006	#156 (permalink)
Thomas21 V2K Ya Later BTK Intermediate Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 135	I just bought the V2K because of the power and look! Thought about the Nomad but most of my riding is 1up so i really dont need the storage.

11-05-2006	#158 (permalink)
gtrplayer V2K Pilot BTK Beginner Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bowie, MD Posts: 40	Bought my V2K Classic in July and have loved every minute of it. The Nomad is nice, but I refuse have a bike with bags or a windshield. __________________ '06 Vulcan 2000 Classic '05 Vulcan 1600 Classic (R.I.P) '02 Vulcan 1500 Classic (R.I.P)