Hitch

dougster · 09-20-2010, 06:44 PM

I have been researching and shopping for used hitches, and came across this one on Craigslist.

http://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/1959295256.html

Does anyone have a hitch like this? I would like to know if this is a decent hitch or not.

Thanks.

**wompus** · 09-20-2010, 06:58 PM

It might be nice if you want someone to think you tow a trailer, but that thing just doesn't look strong enough to me, and I use to build Nomad hitches!

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petenomad · 09-20-2010, 07:19 PM

Looks this one.
Perhaps that will open up some more research opportunities.

oldbikers · 09-20-2010, 07:25 PM

Buy one from Joe (Chuckster) and you will know you have a good hitch.

cactusjack · 09-20-2010, 07:28 PM

It wouldn't be inconspicuous, that's for sure. I also don't think it will fit a 1600.

chuckster131 · 09-20-2010, 07:44 PM

That one is for the 1500 and the 1600 is different. Check the one's I have, you won't go wrong with one of mine.

lw · 09-20-2010, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by chuckster131

Check the one's I have, you won't go wrong with one of mine.

+1. ordered mine a while back and just got it mounted. Installed without a hitch

and you have to look for it to know it is there.

garyo4 · 09-20-2010, 08:03 PM

I agree, I have one from Chuckster, have used it a fair bit and all I can say is get one from him. The fit & finish are spot on and you really have to look for it if the ball isn't mounted.

**ringadingh** · 09-20-2010, 08:36 PM

That hitch on the Craigslist ad looks like its made of at least 3/16" steel plate, and mounts to the bag supports. It should do the job unless youpull a really heavy trailer/.

dougster · 09-21-2010, 12:03 AM

I have a 1500, not a 1600. So (I assume) there is a difference in mounting?

I would love to buy one from Joe (along with a light kit), just cause I would rather buy from KawaNOW members when I can.

I would also like to keep my lower bag rails, if possible. Don't know if that would be possible.

Right now, I am researching my options, and can't afford to buy a brand new one. That is why I am keeping an eye out for a good used one.

chuckster131 · 09-21-2010, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dougster

I have a 1500, not a 1600. So (I assume) there is a difference in mounting?

I would love to buy one from Joe (along with a light kit), just cause I would rather buy from KawaNOW members when I can.

I would also like to keep my lower bag rails, if possible. Don't know if that would be possible.

Right now, I am researching my options, and can't afford to buy a brand new one. That is why I am keeping an eye out for a good used one.

Doug,
I was saying that it will fit your bike, and you can keep the lower rails too. I have a way to keep the lower rails with my hitches as well.
I don't know the strength of that particular hitch, but I'm sure it is a good one too.

Keep me in mind for a light kit when you are ready for one.

Cheers

soverton · 09-21-2010, 12:19 PM

Doug, That looks like the Hitch Doctor I have. I also got mine used, it mounted easily and you cna still have the lower bag rails. Mine can not be seen with out the ball inserted. I have a home made box trailer, weighing about 100#. Chuckster hitches are also great (everything he does is top notch.) http://hitchdoc.com/ Yes it is mounted in the pictures and is very solid.

dougster · 09-21-2010, 02:41 PM

Joe, I am definitely keeping you in mind for the light kit. From you site, it looked like the kit only fits the 2005 and newer 1600s. But you are saying it will fit my 1500 as well? That is great!

chuckster131 · 09-21-2010, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dougster

Joe, I am definitely keeping you in mind for the light kit. From you site, it looked like the kit only fits the 2005 and newer 1600s. But you are saying it will fit my 1500 as well? That is great!

Doug,
I have talked with MAS Tequila and he had one of my brackets to try out on the 1500, and he says it fits perfect. He will be adding one of these kits very soon so we will have pics and also the website changed.

skiman · 09-21-2010, 08:03 PM

It looks like it mounts up under the fender so when the stinger is off you'll never know it's on there. pretty slick.

09-20-2010, 06:44 PM	#1
dougster Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Crete, Nebraska Posts: 679	Hitch I have been researching and shopping for used hitches, and came across this one on Craigslist. http://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/1959295256.html Does anyone have a hitch like this? I would like to know if this is a decent hitch or not. Thanks. __________________ Doug Witzke - "Dougster" 2003 Nomad 1500 VBA# 740 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-20-2010, 06:58 PM	#2
wompus Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gainesville, Ga. Posts: 1,950	Hitch It might be nice if you want someone to think you tow a trailer, but that thing just doesn't look strong enough to me, and I use to build Nomad hitches! . __________________ Mike "WOMPUS' Nieznany 1999 Nomad "Fronkensteen" Viet Nam Vet 68-69-70 KawaNOW #00577 I'm sarcastic and have a smart ass attitude. It's a natural defense against DRAMA, BULLSHIT & STUPIDITY!!
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09-20-2010, 07:19 PM	#3
petenomad Sr. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 1,135	Hitch Looks this one. Perhaps that will open up some more research opportunities. __________________ Glenn petenomad Peterman 2016 BMW R1200RT 2012 Candy Arabian Red Concours - Traded at 23000 miles 2008 Red/Black Nomad - Traded at 29500 miles
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oldbikers Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sardis Mississippi Posts: 3,513	Hitch Buy one from Joe (Chuckster) and you will know you have a good hitch. __________________ Jim Hardin Sardis MS Kawanow # 453 Proud PGR member
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09-20-2010, 07:28 PM	#5
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Hitch It wouldn't be inconspicuous, that's for sure. I also don't think it will fit a 1600. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-20-2010, 07:44 PM	#6
chuckster131 Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Jackson, Michigan Posts: 1,367	Hitch That one is for the 1500 and the 1600 is different. Check the one's I have, you won't go wrong with one of mine. __________________ Joe (Chuckster) Norris Jackson, Michigan 2007 Goldwing 2010 Voyager (Blue/Silver)sold 2001 Nomad (gone, but not forgotten) www.chucksterscustoms.com
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09-20-2010, 08:03 PM	#8
garyo4 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Newfoundland, Canada Posts: 275	Hitch I agree, I have one from Chuckster, have used it a fair bit and all I can say is get one from him. The fit & finish are spot on and you really have to look for it if the ball isn't mounted.
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09-20-2010, 08:36 PM	#9
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Hitch That hitch on the Craigslist ad looks like its made of at least 3/16" steel plate, and mounts to the bag supports. It should do the job unless youpull a really heavy trailer/. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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09-21-2010, 12:03 AM	#10
dougster Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Crete, Nebraska Posts: 679	Hitch I have a 1500, not a 1600. So (I assume) there is a difference in mounting? I would love to buy one from Joe (along with a light kit), just cause I would rather buy from KawaNOW members when I can. I would also like to keep my lower bag rails, if possible. Don't know if that would be possible. Right now, I am researching my options, and can't afford to buy a brand new one. That is why I am keeping an eye out for a good used one. __________________ Doug Witzke - "Dougster" 2003 Nomad 1500 VBA# 740
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09-21-2010, 12:19 PM	#12
soverton Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Posts: 112	Hitch Doug, That looks like the Hitch Doctor I have. I also got mine used, it mounted easily and you cna still have the lower bag rails. Mine can not be seen with out the ball inserted. I have a home made box trailer, weighing about 100#. Chuckster hitches are also great (everything he does is top notch.) http://hitchdoc.com/ Yes it is mounted in the pictures and is very solid.
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09-21-2010, 02:41 PM	#13
dougster Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Crete, Nebraska Posts: 679	Hitch Joe, I am definitely keeping you in mind for the light kit. From you site, it looked like the kit only fits the 2005 and newer 1600s. But you are saying it will fit my 1500 as well? That is great! __________________ Doug Witzke - "Dougster" 2003 Nomad 1500 VBA# 740
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09-21-2010, 08:03 PM	#15
skiman Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Nashville,NC Posts: 782	Hitch It looks like it mounts up under the fender so when the stinger is off you'll never know it's on there. pretty slick. __________________ 2002 Nomad 1500 FI 12" buckhorn apes Chuckster air kit Mustang seat and fender bib Avon Venom tires 2 right side Harley mufflers the quiet side. TFI fuel control Progressive 430 shocks 430-4213B (Best Mod to the bike I've made) Progressive fork springs (See Above) Kuryakyn grips A touch of chrome farkles Reckless fairing color match 2 tone paint. Kenwood deck with Polk 5 1/4" speakers. 2007 GSX1250 Stock for now
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