1999 Kawasaki Nomad review from United States of America
"Best in class except for use of plastic oil pump gear"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Front piston and rings went bad at 17000.
Plastic oil gear failed at 30111 miles.
General comments?
Excellent bike, comfortable, handles well, runs out nicely, good cruiser on interstate, nimble in town.
I'm unhappy with Maw Kaw's stance on Plastic Oil Gear. They say (Maw Kaw) they will replace oil gear, right side gasket and rings if necessary. Any other damage I'm on my own. So if crank, cam, lifters etc are damaged they accept no responsibility. I consider this an engineering flaw. If Maw Kaw is as proud of their product as they claim, they wouldn't take a satisfied customer and leave them hanging out to dry. They should stand behind 100%. My opinion, but not theirs.
Larry Turner
Kawasaki owner since 1988
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| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Acceleration marks | 7/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30111 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Kawasaki ZG1200 Voyager XII |
| Date of Entry | 23rd April, 2007 |