2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Nomad Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Nomad

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2008 Kawasaki Vulcan® 1600 Nomad Specifications

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Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$12,999.00
Dealers	Kawasaki Dealers
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid / Air
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
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 Hydraulic 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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Love My Vulcan Nomad 2008

By CajunCowboy(Owner), Jun. 24, 2009

I replaced my 2007 900 vulcan classic lt with the 2008 Vulcan Nomad. As of today 06-24-09 I have over 32,000 miles on it. "Really" I ride it everywhere. I have replaced the rear tire twice and the front tire once. Its the red and black one and it rides so good. Its an amazing bike. Read Full Review

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Perfect Cruiser

By Cory(Owner), Jun. 19, 2009

I bought my 2008 Vulcan Nomad in January 2008. Since then I have about 7,500 miles on it. The bike is great. Good power, good mileage. Looks great too. I have added a bunch of accessories to it. Read Full Review

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I Love My Vulcan!

By Marla Lamb-Wilson(Owner), Apr. 19, 2009

I bought my 2008 Nomad April 13, 2009, which was Good Friday as well. It was the BEST FRIDAY I have ever had! My sis-in-law had bought hers a week earlier and once I tried it I had to have one too!

The dealer found mine at another dealership and it was a new leftover! I traded in my 2008 Sportie, a... Read Full Review

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my new nomad

By chris (Owner), Apr. 8, 2009

I just bought my new 2008 Nomad after riding a 2005 R1, going from a space ship to my new ride I have to say for my first cruiser I love the thing. Very smooth to ride, beautiful bike to look at. I find myself in the garage late at night just looking it over and have no complaint. All in all I love ... Read Full Review

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