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I have a set that will come up on EBay tomorrow at approximately 11:00am PDT. Taken off of my 1500 Drifter. 13.5" eye to eye and 3.35" shroud diameter. When I got back from my trip my Mac failed on me so, I had to change all my login details. I was originally "indo" on this site and now I am "indue".

Haha ya I remember your original screen name. Can you PM me what youre asking for those shocks? Thanks! I am def interested.

Rob

Thanks! Ya I really like them. hoping to Ceramic Coat them in the near future. Really wanting the matte black look on this bike. Will decide paint color afterwards.

Haha ok here are some pics

Ya thats what I was thinking. $65.00 for a pair of shocks is not much of a risk if they dont fit. Thanks

Rob

Hey Guys,

I have been on the forum since April of last year, but never did an introduction. I am 32 years-old and live in the Bay Area in Northern, Ca near San Francisco. I bought my 01 Drifter a few years back from an impound yard. The previous owner dropped the bike and got a DUI. So I got the bike for very cheap from the impound yard. It was pretty scraped up and filthy. Did not have much money to fix the bike so I drove it around looking scrubby haha. Recently I have been able to put some money into his beautiful machine and that is the reason I have been posting a lot of questions here. I love the Drifter. The only mod I have put on this bike is the V&H long shots. Other than that its all stock. All black with chrome. I am dying to powder coat all the chrome to black and paint the bike but that will be after I do some other things. I appreciate all the help you guys have provided already and the future help that you will provide as I am not "handy" when it comes to working on engines etc but I am learning. Again thanks for everything and looking forward to one day being able to provide some input to newbies here on the forum!

Rob

I see a pair of Nomad shocks for a 2002 as well as a 2000 on ebay for dirt cheap. Wondering if they are the same fitment. According to Partzilla, they have the same part# does that mean they would fit? Thanks

Rob

Hey guys,

I am wondering what type of shocks, if any, fit our drifter from other Vulcans i.e. Nomad, classic, etc. The previous owner of my bike laid it down and dented/scratched the left rear shock. Would like to replace them and was wondering if Drifter OEM is the only way to go or if other OEM have the same fitment. If not, which after market shocks do you recommend for solo and 2 up riding? Thanks

Rob

Perfect. Thanks Guys! Appreciate the help

Rob

Hey Guys,

So I went ahead and bought the saddleline brackets from the guy who sells them on ebay for Drifters. My questions is, what types of saddlebags can I put on my bike with those brackets? Any brand? Or will mods needs to be done in order to make them fit? Any and all suggestions will be helpful. Thanks

Rob

Yeah I saw the information on the mods/tips section. Purchased to horseshoe support bracket and passenger nomad seat. Both are on back order so just waiting patiently for them to ship.

Rob

No Worries Troll, I just order the Rear Seat Stay and the Mustang passenger seat which is on back order. Most likely will not have the parts for a month. Thanks

Rob

There is a modification you can do that will allow the Passenger seat to fit. Look up under mods/tips in the seat section. Good stuff there
Rob

Hey Guys,

so yesterday I purchased to 2 up bracket from Partzilla and today I purchased the 2 Up mustang seat. I am planning on doing the same mod that Troll did on his bike. Hopefully I can get it to look as good as his haha. We will see. Too bad the seat is on back order so I will be waiting. Boooooo.
Rob

Also, for the Mustang Seat Mod, is it only that seat that works Part # 75785 (plain) for the Mod, or can we chose any seat that fits a 99-2004 nomad? Anybody know? Thanks

Sounds good. Thanks

Anyone out there have one for sale or know where I can get one? Considering making an attempt at the Nomad Seat installation for the 2 up. Thanks

Rob

Thats perfect! Thank you for the information. Do you know if anyone besides Corbin makes an aftermarket 2 up seat? Corbin is charging an arm and a leg lol.

Rob

Thanks Mittico,

You you happen to have a picture of a bike that has the same 2 up installed? I would like to see what it looks like on,

Rob

Hey guys,

Looking for a 2 up seat so I can take the wife out on a nice ride this summer. Looking for any tips. I know of the Corbin seat, but was wondering if there are any others out there that people are using? Thanks

Rob

Wow this is tragic news! Fight hard PC and you are in all of our thoughts and prayers bud! Pull through! Sending positive vibes to you and your family!!
Rob

Not sure if this makes sense to you, but the bike looks clean and crisp! Definitely a good thing. The only thing I do not like the the stock 2up seat made by Kaw. I wish they would have made it look a little cooler. Great job. Jealous of your skills!
Rob

Yup, just took them in and had them cut. They work perfectly. Thanks

The fender on my wife's bike was missing sections and had 4 rough cut 1 inch holes all through it.  Never ever worked abs before. Bought a plastic welder from harbor frieght...and perfect now!     Abs is ridiculously simple to fix.  Try it first, before shelling out unnecessary cash.

Thanks caveman, but what is abs? lol. Sorry I am not very mechanically informed

it may even be the rear fender support bracket that is actually bent. That could be causing the fender to look that way I'd suppose right?

Well, I guess it depends on the money you've got in your pocket... lol...
Did you consider to repair it? Maybe it could cost ya less than a new one...

Ya know, I never thought to fix it actually. I know I can't fix it myself I am not handy like that, but I am sure I could take it to a repair shop and see how much they would want to fix it and hopefully straighten it out. It being crooked is what is driving me crazy.