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12-02-2014, 06:34 PM | #1 |
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Stupid question from a newbie
I am looking at getting a 1600 Nomad for my first bike. Today I visited a dealer who happened to not have the 1600 in stock (looking for a 2008) so he had me sit on a 1700 Nomad. I must say the weight was not an issue but getting my legs over that seat was a chore. The question I have is this. Is the 1600 dimensions much different than the 1700? The 1700 kind of made my hips sore since it was so wide. I also tried the Suzuki C90T which fit like a glove. No issues at all. Any feedback would be appreciated. Maybe I am just to old and stiff
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12-02-2014, 07:54 PM | #2 |
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I came from a C50 to my 1500 Nomad now. The C50 was a very comfy bike and I imagine the C90 would be about the same. The 1500 and 1700 are different so cant really comment much on that but to this day when I go to the Kawi dealer and I seat on a C50 I still think it is so nice but I love everything else on my Nomad.
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12-02-2014, 09:05 PM | #3 |
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I put 50,000 miles on a 2006 1600 and thought the seat and ergonomics were great. I never owned a 1700, but that to a great extent was due to my having sat on them in the dealership when I was ready to trade, and I did not find the seat or ergonomics acceptable. Hated the padded upturn at the front of the seat and the 1700 seemed to lack room for two up riding. So the two bikes are quite different. For me the 1600 was great, but that doesn't mean anything for you. You simply have to try them both to see which fits you better or whether or not you find either bike comfortable. They definitely are different.
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12-02-2014, 09:07 PM | #4 |
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Thanks for the reply's. I am going to another dealer tomorrow that has the 2008 1600 Nomad I am looking for so we shall see.
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12-03-2014, 06:36 AM | #6 |
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The actual physical size of the 1600 is larger than the 1700. I've ridden both, and the 1700 is just too cramped up for me, especially if the wife is on too.
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12-03-2014, 07:42 AM | #7 |
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I have owned a 2005 Nomad and a 1700 Voyager. Getting seated on them is no different. As stated the Voyager has less room between the rider and passenger than the Nomad. The Voyager also sits you closer to the tank.
If after swinging a leg over a 1600 if it feels the same as the 1700, and is a chore as the OP stated, then get the bike that fits like a glove, the C90. |
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12-03-2014, 04:02 PM | #8 |
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Well, I went and sat on a 2008 1600 today and it felt much better than the 1700. It has 15,900 miles and they are asking $6895.00 for it. Looks like everything is stock, exhaust, air, etc.
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12-03-2014, 04:04 PM | #9 |
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Sounds like an okay deal.
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12-03-2014, 04:42 PM | #10 |
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1600s are great bikes. Hope you enjoy it!
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12-04-2014, 11:05 AM | #11 |
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I LOVE my 1600 N'ad.
I do think, however, that a 700lb, 1600cc bike is a bit too much power for a "first bike". I very strongly recommend looking for an MSF class in your area. http://www.msf-usa.org/
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12-05-2014, 12:52 PM | #14 |
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One thing to keep in mind is the difference between sitting on a bike in the dealer, and riding one. Your leg position, ad hence hips, will be very different when you are riding than when you are sitting with your feet down.
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