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2006 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Nomad

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2006 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Nomad Specifications

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Model Type  Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)  $12,999.00
Warranty  24
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Engine:  
Engine Type  V Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  8
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  SOHC
Compression Ratio  9:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Fuel Type  Gas
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Shaft
Wheels & Tires:  
Front Tire (Full Spec)  150/80 R16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  170/70 R16
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type  Disc
Technical Specifications:  
Wheelbase (in/mm)  66.5 / 1689.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  5.3 / 20.1
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By John Rehob(Owner), Nov. 4, 2008
I recently took my bike on a trip to NJ, 10 hours each way. With only stops for gas along the way, this proved to be one comfortable ride. The bike is made for this kind of long distance touring. Stock saddle is very comfortable, could have ridden a lot longer. Averaged 40 mpg during trip. The bi... Read Full Review

 

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What a bike
By Jerry Moore(Owner), Jul. 26, 2010
went for our first mountain cruze 200 miles, all turns. Two big people and the vulcan had endless power for pulling hills. It handled like a small bike 37.8 mpg in the hills. This is all the bike I need. Read Full Review

 

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Love the Nomad
By Joel Schneekloth(Owner), Jul. 13, 2010
I own a 2006 Nomad and have close to 18,000 miles on it. It has never let me down. The ride is always enjoyable. Best bike I have owned. Averages over 40 mpg. Best tank was 52 mpg. I take it on long rides for multiple days. Plenty of storage. Read Full Review

 

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Continuing the ride . . . .
By John Rehob(Owner), Sep. 21, 2010
Further to my earlier review in 2008, I have been riding my Nomad for four years now, each year on various trips. The bike continues to perform flawlessly. Mileage remains in the 40 mpg range and reliability is without question. Excellent protection from the rain and cold weather via the windscre... Read Full Review

 

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