POLL: V2K or Nomad

**2WheelFun** · 10-22-2006

This is a poll to find out which motorcycle you would buy and why. The poll is only targeted at 2 motorcycles which are the V2K and Nomad. We understand that there are different needs/uses for these two bikes so feel free to add that to your response. With that being said...which one would you buy and why?

Thanks!

Plato · 10-22-2006

No contest, Nomad all the way

Great looking Hardbags close the deal everytime for me. OEM crash bars front and back put the Nomad further out in front. And that classy windshield and lower mounts just can't be matched for an OEM cost/accessory package.

Now the V2K does some serious catchup with all those gawdy power numbers, but until they offer a V2K NOMAD -there's no contest here

**Spok** · 10-22-2006

V2k Baby.

for me, the nomad is purpose built as a two up long haul cruiser. I'm a solo rider 99% of the time. I'm also a raw power freak and the V feeds that hunger. Also, the Nomad is so close to what I have currently in the 1500 that it'd almost be the same bike (motor wise)

The extra fuel capacity and ease of cruising the superslab at 85 mph makes the V the choice for me.

*Lobocop* · 10-22-2006

The Nad is a great bike and I had put over 30,000 miles on mine. It was purchased primarily for 2-up riding and cruising. Since its purchase the lady has decided she is bored with just being the passenger and started riding her own again. She opted for her own saddlebags for all her "essentials" and to stop my constant complaining of "her" hogging the available storage space.

I have since decided I didn't need all the storage space of a 747 so it was off for a new, larger, and more powerful ride that still hauls all the stuff I need and want. The price was right, the bike was right, and its now a V2K called Missy (Mistress of my wallet).

Plato · 10-22-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by spok

...for me, the nomad is purpose built as a two up long haul cruiser. I'm a solo rider 99% of the time...

I do solo 100%, so the sissy bar and passenger seat are usually stored away. But without the Nomad hardbags I would view a motorcycle as little more than a weekend "bass boat" kinda toy

BamaBob · 10-22-2006

For us it would be the Nomad if the choice were only between these 2 bikes. It better suits our style of riding. Course, with the Venture, we have all the bells and whistles, so the Nomad would even be a lesser bike to us!!

*pitchinguy* · 10-22-2006

V2K...Big, fast, shiney, loud & power!!! It's a redneck thing!

Scotty Luv · 10-22-2006

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.

Good luck making a choice.

Scotty (The Heavily Nomad Biased) Luv

VulcanRev · 10-22-2006

V2K, cruise when I want, Trailer when I need storage & travel.

Plato · 10-22-2006

Quote:

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.

anrfknm · 10-22-2006

nomad, just 'cause i like the size and style.

kawibabe · 10-22-2006

v2k my dad has one and he likes them cuz they have more power. i would not know cuz i ride on the back but its a nice looking bike

*trikebubble* · 10-23-2006

Resistance is futile Cary. Join the V2K Army, you know you wanna.

IMHO, if I wear you Cary, I'd pick the V2K. Now I am (only) 6'2" but it seems as if the V2K was bullt for me. It is laid out so well, the bar position and floorboard placement couldn't be more perfect.
And the power, man oh man, it has a lot of power. Even compared to my old doped-up Mean Streak. She'll just cruise all day long, at any speed, up any hill, with any load, never complain, and always ask for more.

Let us know when you've joined the Gang.

Army_of_Ninja · 10-23-2006

Gonna get a lil poo for this but V2K cause i have no idea what the heck a nomad is probably have seen them just didn't know. lol Besides i love how those v2k's sound very cool probably going to be my bike for when i enter into my 3rd decade.

BamaBob · 10-23-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Army_of_Ninja

Gonna get a lil poo for this but V2K cause i have no idea what the heck a nomad is probably have seen them just didn't know. lol Besides i love how those v2k's sound very cool probably going to be my bike for when i enter into my 3rd decade.

POO-O-O-O-O-O-O-O-O!!!!!!

**2WheelFun** · 10-23-2006

I appreciate all of your responses so far!

I'm not offended by anyone's comments as they are all inside observations and are what I am looking for. All of us know the agony of trying to decide what you want to buy when you are looking so this should be helpful to anyone who is currently looking to buy one of these awesome motorcycles.

Keep up the good work and thanks to those who have offered their input.

Jambolaya · 10-23-2006

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?

ImpactG · 10-23-2006

Just wondering if you've ever rode both or either of the two bikes, 2WF?

It would be interesting to hear YOUR take...

**2WheelFun** · 10-23-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImpactG

Just wondering if you've ever rode both or either of the two bikes, 2WF?

It would be interesting to hear YOUR take...

G, I have ridden my 1500 and a V2K (the one spok bought) so I only have those two to compare to.

My take on my 1500 is that I really do love this bike and have no negative comments to make about it. It does all that I ask of it and then some.

Now...the V2K is another awesome experience I enjoyed this summer while at Red Lodge. Kawi ( Jim-owner of Beartooth Kawasaki) had the V2K that spok bought there for demo rides so I was able to test it out some. I do remember it riding solid as a rock and stable like it was on rails...AND...the power was "UNREAL"!!!!!!!!

ImpactG · 10-23-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2WheelFun

G, I have ridden my 1500 and a V2K (the one spok bought) so I only have those two to compare to.

My take on my 1500 is that I really do love this bike and have no negative comments to make about it. It does all that I ask of it and then some.

Now...the V2K is another awesome experience I enjoyed this summer while at Red Lodge. Kawi ( Jim-owner of Beartooth Kawasaki) had the V2K that spok bought there for demo rides so I was able to test it out some. I do remember it riding solid as a rock and stable like it was on rails...AND...the power was "UNREAL"!!!!!!!!

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10-22-2006	#1 (permalink)
2WheelFun the "fun old" guy Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Albion, Washington "Pacific Northwest" Posts: 30,312	POLL: V2K or Nomad This is a poll to find out which motorcycle you would buy and why. The poll is only targeted at 2 motorcycles which are the V2K and Nomad. We understand that there are different needs/uses for these two bikes so feel free to add that to your response. With that being said...which one would you buy and why? Thanks! __________________ *KING KAHUNA* *2007 V2K LT* ****PICS** 2007 Brute Force 650i **PICS** I love the smell of SeaFoam in the morning**

10-22-2006	#2 (permalink)
Plato Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2004 Location: East Texas Posts: 2,591	No contest, Nomad all the way Great looking Hardbags close the deal everytime for me. OEM crash bars front and back put the Nomad further out in front. And that classy windshield and lower mounts just can't be matched for an OEM cost/accessory package. Now the V2K does some serious catchup with all those gawdy power numbers, but until they offer a V2K NOMAD -there's no contest here __________________ 05 Nomad/V&H Baggers/PCIII/Caddman Risers/Lights/Lowers/Chaps www.home.earthlink.net/~mthompson61

10-22-2006	#3 (permalink)
Spok P R O V O S T Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mount Vernon, Washington Posts: 34,168	V2k Baby. for me, the nomad is purpose built as a two up long haul cruiser. I'm a solo rider 99% of the time. I'm also a raw power freak and the V feeds that hunger. Also, the Nomad is so close to what I have currently in the 1500 that it'd almost be the same bike (motor wise) The extra fuel capacity and ease of cruising the superslab at 85 mph makes the V the choice for me. __________________ I Love to ride my bicycle......... cause i ain't riding anything else right now Beartooth Kawasaki for all your needs 1-800-556-3098

10-22-2006	#4 (permalink)
Lobocop Last 007 MOM Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Carson City, Nevada Posts: 6,876	The Nad is a great bike and I had put over 30,000 miles on mine. It was purchased primarily for 2-up riding and cruising. Since its purchase the lady has decided she is bored with just being the passenger and started riding her own again. She opted for her own saddlebags for all her "essentials" and to stop my constant complaining of "her" hogging the available storage space. I have since decided I didn't need all the storage space of a 747 so it was off for a new, larger, and more powerful ride that still hauls all the stuff I need and want. The price was right, the bike was right, and its now a V2K called Missy (Mistress of my wallet). __________________ Build it if you can - Buy it if you must VROC #11416 *07 Red Lodge Survivor - DR# 009*

10-22-2006	#6 (permalink)
BamaBob Midnight Venture Rider Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Meridianville, Alabama Posts: 6,741	For us it would be the Nomad if the choice were only between these 2 bikes. It better suits our style of riding. Course, with the Venture, we have all the bells and whistles, so the Nomad would even be a lesser bike to us!! __________________ BamaBob *BTK Womens Azz Size Study Rep, U.S. Dept. of Posterior*

10-22-2006	#7 (permalink)
pitchinguy Sum do sum don't, I mite Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 7,539	*V2K...Big, fast, shiney, loud & power!!! It's a redneck thing!* __________________ *LIGHT ENGINEER Todd's Body Paint Team* *Black 1600w/apes*

10-22-2006	#8 (permalink)
Scotty Luv Professor Luv - On His Toes Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 4,093	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. Good luck making a choice. Scotty (The Heavily Nomad Biased) Luv __________________ - '06 ZX-6R 636 Titanium, red alloy wheels and tribal graphics - '04 Nomad Metallic dark bronze

10-22-2006	#9 (permalink)
VulcanRev PGR - BFC Forum Supporter Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 1,461	V2K, cruise when I want, Trailer when I need storage & travel. __________________ You say psycho like it's a bad thing... 06 900 LT 94 Black & Emerald 750

10-22-2006	#11 (permalink)
anrfknm humble pie consumer BTK Expert Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: california mountains Posts: 3,491	nomad, just 'cause i like the size and style. __________________ vroc #13815 - rolling blunder #182 AMA member http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/anrfknm

10-22-2006	#12 (permalink)
kawibabe Cruising In Fourth Gear BTK Intermediate Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Red Lodge, MT Posts: 213	v2k my dad has one and he likes them cuz they have more power. i would not know cuz i ride on the back but its a nice looking bike

10-23-2006	#13 (permalink)
trikebubble Back to Troll Hunting Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Okanagan Falls, BC Posts: 18,071	Resistance is futile Cary. Join the V2K Army, you know you wanna. IMHO, if I wear you Cary, I'd pick the V2K. Now I am (only) 6'2" but it seems as if the V2K was bullt for me. It is laid out so well, the bar position and floorboard placement couldn't be more perfect. And the power, man oh man, it has a lot of power. Even compared to my old doped-up Mean Streak. She'll just cruise all day long, at any speed, up any hill, with any load, never complain, and always ask for more. Let us know when you've joined the Gang. __________________ 2005 V2K Ltd "I'll ride the wave where it takes me, I'll hold the pain release me"

10-23-2006	#14 (permalink)
Army_of_Ninja Patriot Guardian Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ft. Sill Oklahoma or Duncanville Tx Posts: 2,451	Gonna get a lil poo for this but V2K cause i have no idea what the heck a nomad is probably have seen them just didn't know. lol Besides i love how those v2k's sound very cool probably going to be my bike for when i enter into my 3rd decade. __________________ No one is more professional than I, I am a Non Comissioned Officer a leader of Soldiers. www.msf-usa.org

10-23-2006	#16 (permalink)
2WheelFun the "fun old" guy Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Albion, Washington "Pacific Northwest" Posts: 30,312	I appreciate all of your responses so far! I'm not offended by anyone's comments as they are all inside observations and are what I am looking for. All of us know the agony of trying to decide what you want to buy when you are looking so this should be helpful to anyone who is currently looking to buy one of these awesome motorcycles. Keep up the good work and thanks to those who have offered their input. __________________ *KING KAHUNA* *2007 V2K LT* ****PICS** 2007 Brute Force 650i **PICS** I love the smell of SeaFoam in the morning**

10-23-2006	#17 (permalink)
Jambolaya Sit speling cheker BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 412	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? Last edited by Jambolaya : 10-23-2006 at 10:25 AM.

10-23-2006	#18 (permalink)
ImpactG Perpetual Motion Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 6,018	Just wondering if you've ever rode both or either of the two bikes, 2WF? It would be interesting to hear YOUR take... __________________ ImpactG 2004 V2K ---------------- Proud member of Julie's Avatar Cleavage Club (JACC#3)