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Title: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:17:53 PM
Just got home from our dealer and they received a 2009 V-Rod Muscle.  Thought I would take a couple of pics...

Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:19:14 PM
Another one...
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:20:12 PM
And another one...

Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:21:24 PM
And another one...

Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:22:38 PM
And the last one...

Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: naitram on September 13, 2008, 04:23:03 PM
looks better in black, but stiull not a fan
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: SBB on September 13, 2008, 04:23:17 PM
Nothing against your great photographic abilities but,

V-rod muscle  Whoopi Doopie Do!

YAWN!

 :)      :)      :)      :)       :)       :)      :)
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:24:45 PM
looks better in black, but stiull not a fan

I liked the low profile rear fender but the rest of it...mmmm
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 13, 2008, 04:26:47 PM
Nothing against your great photographic abilities but,

V-rod muscle  Whoopi Doopie Do!

YAWN!

 :)      :)      :)      :)       :)       :)      :)

I hear ya...a couple of the features I like however not much after that...tech took it out for a ride after setup he wasn't too impressed either...however it did sell while I was there.
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: d o g o l s on September 14, 2008, 11:21:43 AM
looks good
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: SPIDERMAN on September 14, 2008, 11:31:11 AM
Nothing against your great photographic abilities but,

V-rod muscle  Whoopi Doopie Do!

YAWN!

 :)      :)      :)      :)       :)       :)      :)

Chip
       You must be back in good standing with the HBRR.

 I know their moto is " V-Rods don't count "

B B
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on September 15, 2008, 07:10:12 AM
I guess the MOCO had to something with the V rod. The only ones really sellring were the SE's. Now you go and look at them selling on line and the bottom fell out of the prices.

It actually doesn't look that bad. I like the look from the rear!!!!!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: FLYNDYNA on September 17, 2008, 11:04:47 AM
The reason for the mirror pointing forward, is that to show people coming head-on that they are going to crash?
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 17, 2008, 05:30:35 PM
Good catch...the bike just got out of the box...
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on September 18, 2008, 04:53:19 AM
My local dealer just got 3 in. 2 black and 1 in sliver. I actually test rode one. They are quick out of the box. The book says over 120 hp and the TQ was in the upper 80's

But it is still just a "V" rod!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: mike45 on September 18, 2008, 05:10:36 PM
I guy I work with just ordered one.  He should take delivery late OCT/early NOV.  Still not too sure how I feel about V-Rods in general.  They look cool, I guess, but I still prefer my SERK.
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: SPIDERMAN on September 18, 2008, 10:31:32 PM
The dual exhaust is odd looking. Makes me think of the Sportster Cafe Racer

B B
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on September 21, 2008, 01:44:11 PM
If I bought one the first thing to go would be the pipes. I like the tail light and the fat tire.

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: RedDevil on September 21, 2008, 08:38:42 PM
If I bought one the first thing to go would be the pipes. I like the tail light and the fat tire.

Be Safe

THE DAWG

Was at the dealership on Friday and they had a silver Muscle on the floor.  Had the salesman start it up, and you're right DC, those pipes would have to go!  They really make the bike sound anemic.  Very quiet and "Goldwing-like".  (Not that there's anything wrong with Goldwings.)

   :devil:
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on September 21, 2008, 08:47:11 PM
The dual exhaust is odd looking. Makes me think of the Sportster Cafe Racer

B B

Hadn't thought of that...your right
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on September 22, 2008, 05:54:39 PM
Was at the dealership on Friday and they had a silver Muscle on the floor.  Had the salesman start it up, and you're right DC, those pipes would have to go!  They really make the bike sound anemic.  Very quiet and "Goldwing-like".  (Not that there's anything wrong with Goldwings.)

   :devil:

I can tell you from personal experience THAT BIKE IS QUICK!!!!!! Quite but very quick!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: RioGlide on October 02, 2008, 06:02:47 PM
I can tell you from personal experience THAT BIKE IS QUICK!!!!!! Quite but very quick!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG

My DX sounded weak with the stupid stock thermos jug they hang off of them.

The cure was easy - black pc Thunderheader.  The thing's a beast now.

I really like V-rod's but I don't care much for the "Muscle" from what I've seen in pics at least.  Figured I'd hold out final judgment til I see one in person.  Agreed that the exhaust is the strangest design feature.  Again, nothing at TH setup wouldn't cure.

I like certain features but I don't think the bike works overall.  Those odd things hanging off the airbox cover are probably the worst.
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on October 06, 2008, 06:36:57 AM
My DX sounded weak with the stupid stock thermos jug they hang off of them.

The cure was easy - black pc Thunderheader.  The thing's a beast now.

I really like V-rod's but I don't care much for the "Muscle" from what I've seen in pics at least.  Figured I'd hold out final judgment til I see one in person.  Agreed that the exhaust is the strangest design feature.  Again, nothing at TH setup wouldn't cure.

I like certain features but I don't think the bike works overall.  Those odd things hanging off the airbox cover are probably the worst.

The bike really looks good in person. A Thunder Header would really wake it up though. There are a few other things I might do if I owned one.

Be Safe

THE DAWG                                   
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: MUFFMAN on October 07, 2008, 09:17:03 AM
The bike really looks good in person. A Thunder Header would really wake it up though. There are a few other things I might do if I owned one.

Be Safe

THE DAWG                                   

I saw one last week in Charleston. Not a V-Rod fan but I kinda liked this one. THE MUFFMAN
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: RedDevil on October 16, 2008, 08:25:24 PM
The bike really looks good in person. A Thunder Header would really wake it up though. There are a few other things I might do if I owned one.

Be Safe

THE DAWG                                   

I'm not a big V-Rod fan either, but I think the MoCo did a good job with the "Muscle".  I do like the looks of it and the fat azz-end on that bike with the LED tail light strips on it, looks really mean.

  :devil:
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: JMS on November 02, 2008, 08:05:08 PM
I think they did a good job on this scoot...

I really like the tail light.... I might look for one like that to fit my springer
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: amigo Jorge on November 10, 2008, 11:58:45 AM
I like more the model....the dealers are giving a poster with her and the bike......
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: AZSSE on November 16, 2008, 10:34:18 AM
Thanks for the great pics !! I would have really looked good on one of those about 20 years ago. HaHa
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: REGGAB on November 16, 2008, 03:19:02 PM
Nice machine, but.......it is still a waterhead.   :sleeping:
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: hdhog1 on January 05, 2009, 09:46:47 AM
Nothing against your great photographic abilities but,

V-rod muscle  Whoopi Doopie Do!

YAWN!

 :)      :)      :)      :)       :)       :)      :)

  Thanks Jock nice pics.  I don't mean to open a can of worms here, but man you guys sure are tough.  Reminds me of the days when we segregated all the bikes.   Remember: You can't ride with me ... "It's only a rice rocket",  "Not with a Sportster", "Electric start is for sissys".  Look at the amenities we use now

   Seems to me we have all ridden something else at one time.  I thought the Vrod was the first Harley that could burn up a tire (without holding brake) and pull up the front end the MOCO produced.  We all liked the idea the MOCO finally was thinking about something to hang with the rice rockets.

   Even after buying the top SE's and investing untold thousands in motor work the "Rice Rockets" are still faster out of the box.  I don't have a vrod and I can't seem to fall in love with it either.  However, I do love it for its reason.  I have seen some real fine examples too after some mods.

       
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: REGGAB on January 26, 2009, 12:32:56 AM
Had the opportunity to burn off some break-in miles with a buddy who just bought one of these things.  I'm not sure I like the exhaust arrangement.  Looks "metric."  Other than the exhaust, that is one fine lookin' machine.........and very wicked fast!
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: 1Trickydick on January 26, 2009, 11:11:52 AM
<<<<Looks "metric.">>>>
It is "metric"....
But at least half my tools would not be useless if I bought one.... ;)
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: mike45 on April 05, 2009, 04:36:46 PM
Road with my buddy the other day and I have to say, I'm not that impressed with the Muscle.  I did a double-take a couple of times at stop lights cause I thought a sport bike had pulled up next to me by the engine noise, but nope, it was just him.   

Doesn't sound at all like a Harley. 
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: DCFIREMANN on April 16, 2009, 05:41:11 AM
Had the opportunity to burn off some break-in miles with a buddy who just bought one of these things.  I'm not sure I like the exhaust arrangement.  Looks "metric."  Other than the exhaust, that is one fine lookin' machine.........and very wicked fast!  

Yes it is. And fast out of the box. I could not believe how fast that bike was. With a little fuel injection management and change the A/C and put a Thunder Header on it. It would then be a dangerous weapon!

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: 2009 V-Rod Muscle Pics
Post by: Jock on August 13, 2009, 10:07:37 PM
almost bought one...

So what held you back?