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Old 07-28-2012, 07:56 PM   #1
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Opportunity is pounding on my door....New Voyager??

I took the wife out for breakfast on the bike today and just for grins we stopped into Smokey Point Cycle Barn. As much as I love my Nomad, it's getting a little long in the tooth....and I have been thinking a bit about my next ride. Most likely a Voyager, although there are some things I know I would miss about my Nomad (trunk size, etc.).

Anyways....I start talking with a saleman telling him I am just looking, which I was, but before you know it he has me about ready to pull the trigger on a new bike....like RIGHT NOW!

We are Costco members...and Kawasaki has discount pricing for members on most new models, including the 2012 Voyager. What it amounts to is a waiving of fees from MaKaw and a few other things. Without the discount, the out-the-door price would be around $20,500, including fees, taxes and licensing. The Costco out-the-door price is $18,500....2k cheaper, but many folks don't even know that is available...and the dealership is not going to tell you. I asked....and it is applicable to a new 2012 Voyager.

Here is where things really turned. We started talking trade-in value for my '08 Nomad....which I figured would be crap since I have 53k+ on the bike now. They gave me a standing offer of $6500.00 for my bike as is...even with the mileage! Even if I took off my Premeux trunk and Mustang seat and sold them seperately...I might get $1000.00 between them, which means I would still have to get $5500.00 for my high mileage Nomad from a private sale to even match their offer. Plus...trading it as-is would eliminate all hassles of having to deal with private sales. I figured they would low-ball me for about $4500.00 in trade....but when he said $6500.00....that really made things interesting.

Soooo.....$18,500 (OTD)....minus $6500 leaves $12,000. I could toss in about $4000 cash....leaving a balance of around $8000.00 to finance.


These are the only two color choices....and I'm not too sure I really like either one. The white/gold is kind of unique, and was my first glance choice.....but black and grey is cool too....although I don't at all care for the red pin-striping on that model, which you can't see in the photo. They have one of each. I told the guy I would get back to him next week....and am mulling over my options. I truly do love my Nomad, but cruise control, more power and an extra gear would be pretty handy on my long travels, I must admit. I still don't care for those saddlebags....and with my luck, the 2013 models will have the old side-openers ala the Vaquero.....

I'm also thinking of waiting for the 2013 models to come out, but I may not get as good a trade-in on my current bike....in fact I'm pretty sure I would not as I would have even more miles on it by then...

What to do....what to do.....








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Old 07-28-2012, 08:24 PM   #2
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read my lips kris,trade it.you will not believe how much better handleing the new 1700's are.and much more grunt for your two up riding.that motor
is locamotive torque wise compared to your 1600.i do not miss my 08 one bit.$6500. is way more then your bike would typically bring on trade value.
i paid $8500. differance for my vaquero and my 08 had 26,000 miles.i doubt
if you will see the old side opening bags on the 2013 model.you will see the
annual price increase.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:25 PM   #3
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myself if I were to trade I love the white and gold but my nomad with only 14 k on it I have a long time to ride before I consider a new one
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:35 PM   #4
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read my lips kris,trade it.you will not believe how much better handleing the new 1700's are.and much more grunt for your two up riding.that motor
is locamotive torque wise compared to your 1600.i do not miss my 08 one bit.$6500. is way more then your bike would typically bring on trade value.
i paid $8500. differance for my vaquero and my 08 had 26,000 miles.i doubt
if you will see the old side opening bags on the 2013 model.you will see the
annual price increase.
Bob,
Leave it to you to be he voice of reason....lol. I too thought $6500 for my bike in trade was too good to be true....so maybe it is in the cards. I'll keep you posted! It's all happening so fast....
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:44 PM   #5
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Five words, get the white/gold now.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:49 PM   #6
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Five words, get the white/gold now.
+ 1.......go for it!!!
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Get the white/gold one. Don't give them a chance to change the offer.
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Old 07-28-2012, 08:54 PM   #8
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Once the "NEW BIKE" bug bites you there is no antidote. You may as well resign yourself to the inevitable and go ahead and make the deal.

P.S. White and Gold! Everybody and their brother has a black bike. Dull.
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Old 07-28-2012, 09:03 PM   #9
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Netnorske. I remember when the Voyager came out you were not one who thought they would suit you. The more cramped seating and some other things were not to your liking. I had an 05 Nomad before the Voyager and at first wondered if I had made a mistake buying the Voyager. After the memories of the Nomad fade you will enjoy the Voyager more and more. Before you buy go take one for a test ride. There is nothing worse than buying a bike you know you dont like within a few miles.

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Old 07-28-2012, 09:09 PM   #10
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What is the Costco discount??

So, if you buy it what mods do you want to do and how much will they cost?
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What is the Costco discount??

So, if you buy it what mods do you want to do and how much will they cost?
Bill,
Kawasaki contracts with Costco to give members a discount at participating dealers who are bound to that price...no dickering.

Of course I would want to start in on mods...but they can be spendy. The Vance and Hines Slip-ons would be priority #1....but at $450.00...you see where this is going....$$$$$.
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Old 07-28-2012, 10:07 PM   #12
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Kris, go for it. White/gold is a good looking bike. I've seen a couple of them around. The farkling/accessories will come as you get the funds.

You know you want to do it.
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No ones asked, so I will. What does the wife think about this?
 
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Old 07-28-2012, 10:35 PM   #14
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I dunno Kris. You should think about it. At the very least give me first shot at your Premeux trunk.
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GO FOR IT!!!!!

White stays cleaner & there aren't as many white bikes as there are black. I plan to ride my Vaquero till it's paid off and buy something else. No more trading or selling, the joy of being single I can keep what I like.
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