2006 Kawasaki Nomad review from United States of America
"Well thought through and rounded design"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Warning to do-it-yourself types: Do not over torque crankshaft oil drain plug. Case is aluminum and the bolt is steel.
General comments?
This motorcycle has very good ergonomics. At 5'9" I feel very comfortable. Even though I have highway pegs, I hardly use them due to the bike's inherent ergonomics. It is very well thought through, and you'll discover this even more if you do maintenance yourself. I had a 1999 (yes, with the plastic oil gear), and the tweaks Kawasaki performed to make my 2006 are noticeable.
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| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Acceleration marks | 5/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 1000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 10800 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Kawasaki Nomad |
| Date of Entry | 10th February, 2008 |