POLL: V2K or Nomad - Page 9

msa1956 · 11-07-2006

I am a little one sided here, but I will say the Nomad is a very nice looking bike, But it does not have the power that My beast has. My Bike is everything I want it to be, plus. When I add the Power commander and the cold air intake and then the pipes, then the cosmetic items such as Hard bags and the extra chrome I dont think there will be any bike that could comapre with the V2K. IMO

G · 11-14-2006

V2K , all the way . i own a V2K & i also own a mean streak 1600 , i can tell you the power of the V2K & overall finish is of higher spec IMO over my meanie . both bikes are great , but if i had to live with one only it have to be my V2K.

LOWFLYER · 11-14-2006

I've ridden both myself since my buddy owns one and we ride together. After getting off the V2K, the accelleration on the Nomad feels like a Vespa.

BigJohn · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by 2WheelFun

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!

Nope, when the bike fell over the bag guard took the majority of the hit followed by the handle on the bag.

I'm still trying to get up the courage to tear it all apart to replace it. The chrome handle is about $100 from BTK.

BigJohn · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by gtrplayer

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.

I refuse to ride one without....

**2WheelFun** · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by BigJohn

Nope, when the bike fell over the bag guard took the majority of the hit followed by the handle on the bag.

I'm still trying to get up the courage to tear it all apart to replace it. The chrome handle is about $100 from BTK.

Ahhhhhh...so you don't have to replace the hard bag? Maybe it was someone else that was looking into buying a new hb for thier Nomad.

Plato · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by LOWFLYER

I've ridden both myself since my buddy owns one and we ride together. After getting off the V2K, the accelleration on the Nomad feels like a Vespa.

Well its like the turtle and the hair, you guys on the V2K have to be twice as fast to win becuase you'll need two trips to haul the same pile of stuff as the Nomad

The V2K hauls butt, the Nomad hauls everything else

**2WheelFun** · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by Plato

Well its like the turtle and the hair, you guys on the V2K have to be twice as fast to win becuase you'll need two trips to haul the same pile of stuff as the Nomad

The V2K hauls butt, the Nomad hauls everything else

LOL...

I haven't seen the 2000 Classic LT in person...YET...but those bags on it look pretty decent.

LOWFLYER · 11-14-2006

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Originally Posted by Plato

The V2K hauls butt, the Nomad hauls everything else

Couldn't agree with you more.....that's why I ride with guys who have Nomads

heheheh

nelsonc · 11-30-2006

Just bought a 04 v2k, I have ridden harley, yamaha, Wing, etc. While the wing was a great bike I felt like I was ready for the old folks home when I got off, same with the glide. Vanity, I know. The V2K can be fitted with the long haul necessities if needed and the power is Freaking awesome. My first squeeze of the throttle made me back off. (im old now) If your man enough to get it off the kick stand (lol, my son couldnt ha) and you like riding with your legs wide open, you can't beat this ride. Can't wait till I can get back on!

LordGT · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by nelsonc

Just bought a 04 v2k, I have ridden harley, yamaha, Wing, etc. While the wing was a great bike I felt like I was ready for the old folks home when I got off, same with the glide. Vanity, I know. The V2K can be fitted with the long haul necessities if needed and the power is Freaking awesome. My first squeeze of the throttle made me back off. (im old now) If your man enough to get it off the kick stand (lol, my son couldnt ha) and you like riding with your legs wide open, you can't beat this ride. Can't wait till I can get back on!

Yeah the 04 V2K had a short kickstand I hear, and they were a bear to get vertical. I remember when I first tried. I said, naw, this bike isn't for me. But after two years of looking and dreaming, I saw one that caught my eye, and I sat on it again, this time it wasn't so hard to get off the stand and it felt GOOOOOD.

I hear they lengthened the kick stand after 04. I debated over the V2K, Meanie and Nomad for months.

The V2K won, an 06 V2K Limited. Fantastic bike. Love every minute I'm on it.

Glad to see another person join the ranks of the V2K Junkies..

Congrats, and show us a pic when you get a chance.

**2WheelFun** · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by nelsonc

Just bought a 04 v2k, I have ridden harley, yamaha, Wing, etc. While the wing was a great bike I felt like I was ready for the old folks home when I got off, same with the glide. Vanity, I know. The V2K can be fitted with the long haul necessities if needed and the power is Freaking awesome. My first squeeze of the throttle made me back off. (im old now) If your man enough to get it off the kick stand (lol, my son couldnt ha) and you like riding with your legs wide open, you can't beat this ride. Can't wait till I can get back on!

LOL...

I was shopping for a bike a few years back and looked at a couple of Wings and a Voyager and my wife made the comment...why are you looking at old men bikes? I had to laugh and told her I was getting older so maybe that was the attraction.

I wound up buying a 1500 Classic.

**Spok** · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by LordGT

Yeah the 04 V2K had a short kickstand I hear, and they were a bear to get vertical. I remember when I first tried. I said, naw, this bike isn't for me. But after two years of looking and dreaming, I saw one that caught my eye, and I sat on it again, this time it wasn't so hard to get off the stand and it felt GOOOOOD.

I hear they lengthened the kick stand after 04. I debated over the V2K, Meanie and Nomad for months.

The V2K won, an 06 V2K Limited. Fantastic bike. Love every minute I'm on it.

Glad to see another person join the ranks of the V2K Junkies..

Congrats, and show us a pic when you get a chance.

no, the 05 has the short stick too. it was in 06 the sidestand got longer. there are replacement sidestands out on the market to replace that of the 04 & 05 rides

ImpactG · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by spok

no, the 05 has the short stick too. it was in 06 the sidestand got longer. there are replacement sidestands out on the market to replace that of the 04 & 05 rides

Yeah... to the tune of $200 smackaroo's. I'd rather get the extra workout for that number of clams.

**Spok** · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by ImpactG

Yeah... to the tune of $200 smackaroo's. I'd rather get the extra workout for that number of clams.

agreed, thats 1/3 the way to a new mustang seat

ImpactG · 12-01-2006

Yes, sir! Or 1/3 of the way to a Corbin's classic solo.

I'll tell you, though, if I wasn't changing the look of the bike, I'd have kept the stocker and have been just fine with it. I really had gotten used to it.

Have you done anything with the highway pegs? It makes all the difference to have a second, relaxed foot position.

**Spok** · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by ImpactG

Yes, sir! Or 1/3 of the way to a Corbin's classic solo.

I'll tell you, though, if I wasn't changing the look of the bike, I'd have kept the stocker and have been just fine with it. I really had gotten used to it.

Have you done anything with the highway pegs? It makes all the difference to have a second, relaxed foot position.

i've been attending my procastinators annonymous meetings and we keep rescheduling them to next week. other than that, i'd've been all over that workup you sent me

**2WheelFun** · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by spok

i've been attending my procastinators annonymous meetings and we keep rescheduling them to next week. other than that, i'd've been all over that workup you sent me

I didn't get that memo????

*Lobocop* · 12-01-2006

I had just finished putting the Cobra bars and Kury riding pegs (w/extensions) on Missy before taking her to Hollister. What a difference that made. Now if I could find some risers that would work I would really be happy

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I need some set-back on those bars (lean to far forward).

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11-07-2006	#161 (permalink)
msa1956 Beast Master BTK Expert Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Hubert, NC Posts: 925	I am a little one sided here, but I will say the Nomad is a very nice looking bike, But it does not have the power that My beast has. My Bike is everything I want it to be, plus. When I add the Power commander and the cold air intake and then the pipes, then the cosmetic items such as Hard bags and the extra chrome I dont think there will be any bike that could comapre with the V2K. IMO __________________ 09 Concours Black ABS Accessories, Risers, Grip Puppies & Peg Lowering Kit.

11-14-2006	#162 (permalink)
G Ride Naked .. Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,607	V2k V2K , all the way . i own a V2K & i also own a mean streak 1600 , i can tell you the power of the V2K & overall finish is of higher spec IMO over my meanie . both bikes are great , but if i had to live with one only it have to be my V2K.

11-30-2006	#170 (permalink)
nelsonc Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 50	V2k all the way Just bought a 04 v2k, I have ridden harley, yamaha, Wing, etc. While the wing was a great bike I felt like I was ready for the old folks home when I got off, same with the glide. Vanity, I know. The V2K can be fitted with the long haul necessities if needed and the power is Freaking awesome. My first squeeze of the throttle made me back off. (im old now) If your man enough to get it off the kick stand (lol, my son couldnt ha) and you like riding with your legs wide open, you can't beat this ride. Can't wait till I can get back on!

12-01-2006	#176 (permalink)
ImpactG Perpetual Motion Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 6,139	Yes, sir! Or 1/3 of the way to a Corbin's classic solo. I'll tell you, though, if I wasn't changing the look of the bike, I'd have kept the stocker and have been just fine with it. I really had gotten used to it. Have you done anything with the highway pegs? It makes all the difference to have a second, relaxed foot position. __________________ ImpactG 2004 V2K ---------------- Proud member of Julie's Avatar Cleavage Club (JACC#3)

11-14-2006	#163 (permalink)
LOWFLYER Rogue Runner BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: McGuire AFB, Armpit New Jersey Posts: 142	I've ridden both myself since my buddy owns one and we ride together. After getting off the V2K, the accelleration on the Nomad feels like a Vespa.

12-01-2006	#179 (permalink)
Lobocop Last 007 MOM Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Carson City, Nevada Posts: 6,998	I had just finished putting the Cobra bars and Kury riding pegs (w/extensions) on Missy before taking her to Hollister. What a difference that made. Now if I could find some risers that would work I would really be happy . I need some set-back on those bars (lean to far forward). __________________ Build it if you can - Buy it if you must VROC #11416 *07 Red Lodge Survivor - DR# 009*