Anyone tried putting Vaquero Bags on the Nomad??

Mmitch78 · 03-14-2013, 01:41 PM

I like the look of my Stock Nomad Bags, but i really like the Vaquero side open bags better, and the looks are just as good, But wondering if they still fit/mount the same on the Nomad?

Anyone ever tried or done this?

Also trying to find chrome passenger floor board covers, and a chrome clutch case cover to replace the stock black plastic cover from the right side of the bike, if anyone knows where to find these things, i havent had much luck?

thanks guys!

**jestephens** · 03-14-2013, 01:50 PM

I never inspected the Nomad or Voyager saddle bag mounting to see how similar it is to the Vaquero. It makes sense the swap could be made, but the question is how much hardware is included in the swap.
The old adage it true, "where there's a will, there's a way". I've seen HD bags on Nomads too. I hope someone here can help you with the comparison!

Mmitch78 · 03-14-2013, 01:57 PM

I know getting the bags wont be an issue i can buy the complete assemblies fron Ronayers.com, but just not sure if they will fit, i THINK they will, but need to find out if that means i need custom mounts? or modify anything ect.. im hoping for a straight switch, nothing custom, so we'll wait for the masses to give their feedback.

cactusjack · 03-14-2013, 02:42 PM

Have you actually priced those bags? Could you put vaquero doors on the nomad bags? Wouldn't that accomplish the same thing?

Mmitch78 · 03-14-2013, 02:45 PM

Nomad Bags are Top Load door, Vaquero are side load door they are completely different bags, thats the whole point of changing them out, i like the look and function of the Vaquero better. havent priced them, not worried about price at the moment, want to know if it will work, if Yes then ill go shopping, They are readily available on E-bay, or Like OEM Sites like Ron Ayers.

waterman · 03-14-2013, 02:47 PM

What part of the Vaquero bags do you like over the Nomad? If it is the lack of grooves then I would just take them off and have them filled. Several members have done this. Utah Motorcyclist (Jared) is one of them.

**Jared** · 03-14-2013, 03:04 PM

The original candy red, smooth saddlebags....

**crazygene49** · 03-14-2013, 03:09 PM

I think he has an 09 or later Nomad with the top loader bags. He wants side loaders.

**Godfather** · 03-14-2013, 03:16 PM

That is one of the reasons that I went with the Vaquero over the Nomad. Definitely do not like the top loader bags.

cactusjack · 03-14-2013, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mmitch78

Nomad Bags are Top Load door, Vaquero are side load door they are completely different bags, thats the whole point of changing them out, i like the look and function of the Vaquero better. havent priced them, not worried about price at the moment, want to know if it will work, if Yes then ill go shopping, They are readily available on E-bay, or Like OEM Sites like Ron Ayers.

Oh, okay - you have a 1700 Nomad and want Vaquero bags? I can't say as I blame you.

**Top Cat** · 03-14-2013, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Oh, okay - you have a 1700 Nomad and want Vaquero bags? I can't say as I blame you.

I was lost there for awhile too

**jestephens** · 03-14-2013, 04:50 PM

This is the 1700 forum, so I was on board from the beginning!

cactusjack · 03-14-2013, 05:15 PM

It's an illustration of why people should list their bike information in their signature line.

**Top Cat** · 03-14-2013, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

This is the 1700 forum, so I was on board from the beginning!

I don't usually pay attention to that as you may have noticed.
I just click on hew posts.

Mmitch78 · 03-14-2013, 08:09 PM

Figured being in the Nomad 1700 Section would have explained it, and also that i clearly said i have Top Open bags and Wanted to switch to Side open Bags would have done the job... Sorry ill try to be more clear next time...

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Mmitch78 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 36	Anyone tried putting Vaquero Bags on the Nomad?? I like the look of my Stock Nomad Bags, but i really like the Vaquero side open bags better, and the looks are just as good, But wondering if they still fit/mount the same on the Nomad? Anyone ever tried or done this? Also trying to find chrome passenger floor board covers, and a chrome clutch case cover to replace the stock black plastic cover from the right side of the bike, if anyone knows where to find these things, i havent had much luck? thanks guys! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-14-2013, 01:50 PM	#2
jestephens Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairview Heights, IL (StLouis) Posts: 1,601	I never inspected the Nomad or Voyager saddle bag mounting to see how similar it is to the Vaquero. It makes sense the swap could be made, but the question is how much hardware is included in the swap. The old adage it true, "where there's a will, there's a way". I've seen HD bags on Nomads too. I hope someone here can help you with the comparison! __________________ Jay Stephens, Former National Vice President (2013-2015) 2006 Yamaha FJR1300 formerly 2011 Vaquero- Black formerly 2005 Nomad - black/silver
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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Have you actually priced those bags? Could you put vaquero doors on the nomad bags? Wouldn't that accomplish the same thing? __________________ 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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03-14-2013, 02:45 PM	#5
Mmitch78 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 36	Nomad Bags are Top Load door, Vaquero are side load door they are completely different bags, thats the whole point of changing them out, i like the look and function of the Vaquero better. havent priced them, not worried about price at the moment, want to know if it will work, if Yes then ill go shopping, They are readily available on E-bay, or Like OEM Sites like Ron Ayers. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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waterman Top Contributor Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,530	What part of the Vaquero bags do you like over the Nomad? If it is the lack of grooves then I would just take them off and have them filled. Several members have done this. Utah Motorcyclist (Jared) is one of them. __________________ Joel "Waterman" 2017 HD Road Glide Ultra 2006 Nomad - Sold VBA 213 VROC 16913 Custer 09: Cortez 10: Crescent City 11: Kanab 12: Estes Park 13: Tahoe 14: Red Lodge 16
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03-14-2013, 01:57 PM	#3
Mmitch78 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 36	I know getting the bags wont be an issue i can buy the complete assemblies fron Ronayers.com, but just not sure if they will fit, i THINK they will, but need to find out if that means i need custom mounts? or modify anything ect.. im hoping for a straight switch, nothing custom, so we'll wait for the masses to give their feedback.
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Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	The original candy red, smooth saddlebags.... __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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crazygene49 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Dover, DE Posts: 1,856	I think he has an 09 or later Nomad with the top loader bags. He wants side loaders. __________________ Gene Chestnut Dover, DE USAF 1968-1995 VBA#01761 2007 Nomad 1600 Black and Titanium
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Godfather Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Grovetown, Ga. Posts: 94	That is one of the reasons that I went with the Vaquero over the Nomad. Definitely do not like the top loader bags. __________________ JT Sonny Black Grovetown, Ga. 2011 Red Vaquero V&H ProPipe, Thunder big air kit, Ivanized ECU. Ray's throttle mod, ISO grips, 4" risers, rear light mods Mustang Touring seat 400 watt Alpine Amp with 6.5 Kickers Fusion LED Headlight VBA # 02224 VROC # 2702 Godfather
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03-14-2013, 04:50 PM	#12
jestephens Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fairview Heights, IL (StLouis) Posts: 1,601	This is the 1700 forum, so I was on board from the beginning! __________________ Jay Stephens, Former National Vice President (2013-2015) 2006 Yamaha FJR1300 formerly 2011 Vaquero- Black formerly 2005 Nomad - black/silver
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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	It's an illustration of why people should list their bike information in their signature line. __________________ 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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03-14-2013, 08:09 PM	#15
Mmitch78 Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 36	This is the 1700 forum, so I was on board from the beginning! Figured being in the Nomad 1700 Section would have explained it, and also that i clearly said i have Top Open bags and Wanted to switch to Side open Bags would have done the job... Sorry ill try to be more clear next time...
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