Voyager is a sled - Page 2

ells · 10-03-2009, 10:29 PM

I test rode a 1700 and it was no dog compared to my 1600. Specs don't tell the entire story.

cactusjack · 10-03-2009, 11:47 PM

I test rode a 1700 Nomad and it had plenty of get up and go. It seemed "snappier" than my 1600.

billz410 · 10-04-2009, 09:44 AM

Dank- Why don't you just go ride your new smooth, V-4 powered, aerodynamically superior, more comfortable ST1300 and leave the rest of us to our problems???? :) lol

It's certainly true it would be disappointing to spend the big bucks on something that is supposed to be 'new and improved' and then be disappointed. But I've been disappointed before, so I'm not worried. ???

There's little point in doing roll-on acceleration tests in 6th gear on any V-Twin that I know of; maybe even 5th gear. The HD's are hardly comfortable in 6th gear below 65 MPH. Not sure how the new 1700's are geared, but I would guess something similar.

It can be difficult to find one bike that does everything you want it do given what particular mood you are in at the moment.

When I was on my trip I enjoyed the chug-chug cadence of the V-Twin in the morning; by the end of the day I wanted every refinement available on the finest of touring bikes. On the hills I wanted 150 HP, on the flats I wanted a Ninja. And a Nomad ain't no Ninja!

I'm sure with the Caddman mod and a TFI that 1700 would open right up. ;)

dogdoc · 10-04-2009, 09:54 AM

cdneh: I was only quoting what a friend had told me a dealer told him on this post. And your right Im not big on the newer models compared to my 1600 but I guess thats my opinion now. :-)

**Idaho** · 10-04-2009, 04:25 PM

The way I see it, a big cruiser that is part "sled" is a good thing. Fewer speeding tickets.

That said, I think that it is all relative as others have said. If you want a big cruiser that is a rocket go get a Suzi 109 and be happy.

emu · 10-04-2009, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idaho (High Plains Drifter)

If you want a big cruiser that is a rocket go get a Suzi 109 and be happy.

Suzuki 109 ... That little thing ... If you want a rocket cruiser ... get a Rocket 3 ... be Triumphant ... LOL

The article was by Jamie Elvidge ... I learned more about her failed marriage from that article than any motorcycle information. I mean what a three way ride comparison ... Harley, Voyager, Jamie ... :)

dank · 10-04-2009, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billz410

Dank- Why don't you just go ride your new smooth, V-4 powered, aerodynamically superior, more comfortable ST1300 and leave the rest of us to our problems???? :) lol)

That's what I've been doing: 4000 miles in the past month. Oddly, you missed the feature I like best: 300+ mile fule range. Never occured to me it would be my favorite.

But doesn't mean I'm not thinking about opions for my next bike a couple years from now!

billz410 · 10-04-2009, 09:51 PM

I hear you loud and clear, brother.

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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Voyager is a sled I test rode a 1700 Nomad and it had plenty of get up and go. It seemed "snappier" than my 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
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10-04-2009, 09:44 AM	#18
billz410 Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dodgeville, WI COLD!!! Posts: 550	Voyager is a sled Dank- Why don't you just go ride your new smooth, V-4 powered, aerodynamically superior, more comfortable ST1300 and leave the rest of us to our problems???? :) lol It's certainly true it would be disappointing to spend the big bucks on something that is supposed to be 'new and improved' and then be disappointed. But I've been disappointed before, so I'm not worried. ??? There's little point in doing roll-on acceleration tests in 6th gear on any V-Twin that I know of; maybe even 5th gear. The HD's are hardly comfortable in 6th gear below 65 MPH. Not sure how the new 1700's are geared, but I would guess something similar. It can be difficult to find one bike that does everything you want it do given what particular mood you are in at the moment. When I was on my trip I enjoyed the chug-chug cadence of the V-Twin in the morning; by the end of the day I wanted every refinement available on the finest of touring bikes. On the hills I wanted 150 HP, on the flats I wanted a Ninja. And a Nomad ain't no Ninja! I'm sure with the Caddman mod and a TFI that 1700 would open right up. ;)
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dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Voyager is a sled cdneh: I was only quoting what a friend had told me a dealer told him on this post. And your right Im not big on the newer models compared to my 1600 but I guess thats my opinion now. :-)
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10-04-2009, 04:25 PM	#20
Idaho Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pocatello, Idaho Posts: 5,241	Voyager is a sled The way I see it, a big cruiser that is part "sled" is a good thing. Fewer speeding tickets. That said, I think that it is all relative as others have said. If you want a big cruiser that is a rocket go get a Suzi 109 and be happy. __________________ Idaho (aka Curmudgeon) Blue Knights Idaho III VBA #110 VROC #24864 IBA #49753 2007 Nomad 86,000 miles Bud Smalley Pocatello, Idaho Idaho Jack Adapter Login or Register to Remove Ads
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billz410 Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dodgeville, WI COLD!!! Posts: 550	Voyager is a sled I hear you loud and clear, brother.
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