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[Highrider]

Test Riding HDs and Victorys

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The past 2 weeks both Harley and Victory had their Demo fleet here in Las Vegas, The waiting lines were non existant. The first weekend I visited the Harley Fleet, I rode the following.
1.SE Roadking, pretty snappy, but I didn't like the floorboard and handlebars keeping me too close to the tank.

2.SE Dyna, One sweet handling scoot, by far my favorite

3.SE Springer, I didn't think it handled all that well with the larger wheel on the front, snappy motor, but the ride position and handlebars weren't the best

4.Rocker Custom,what a small feeling bike, rode rather rough too, I think I prefer the Duece overall to this bike for style and comfort, No way is my OL going to ride on that shopping cart seat.

5.Vrod Nightrod, My first time on a Vrod, I was told she really pulled after 6k! 6k?? ok, man what a screamer, changed my opinion on this scoot forever, I won't buy a new one, but I will watch for a deal on a used one in a couple of years for sure.

6.Cross Bones, I felt that this bike is just for looks, hit the throttle and you need to hang on, cause that seat IS SUPER SMALL!. Again, didn;t impress me at all.

Victory
1. Vegas, super smooth scoot, first time on one, I was impressed. The motor most certainly was equal to a HD 96 or perhaps a SE 110

2. Hammer same only more stiffer ride

3. Black Ball really nice scoot, handled really well, again nice bike

4. Arlen Ness Jackpot edition, I put this baby through it's paces and I have to say it felt like no other stock motorcycle I have rode. I like the layout of the tank, rear fender and massive tire, the custom work was equal or better than HD SE.

Here's how I rate the bikes for performance,comfort and imho, a possible purchase.
1. SE Dyna
2. Victory Jackpot Arlen Ness model
3. Vrod ( Nightrod)
4. Vegas
5.8 Ball
6.SE Springer
7.Hammer
8 SE Roadking
9 Rocker C
10 Cross Bones

I am sure many of you will disagree, but it was a fun couple of days (4) in Vegas

[ak]

Highrider-Great review Thanks--AK

[Gecko]

Did Victory bring their cross between a Rune and scooter, whatever they call that "touring" monstrosity?  Possibly the ugliest bike ever been.

[Highrider]

Yes they had their new dresser, but I did not ride it, too busy on the "Cool " rides. I agree it is radical looking.

[Screamin]

Thanks for the ride reports. Kinda bummed the Cross Bones didn't cut it.

[BAKRDS]

Think they call that big ugly Victory the Vision.If you're in Vegas the Arlen Ness Victory dealer on Boulder Highway has them for test rides.Looks like a scooter on steroids.Didn't ride one 'cause I was afraid someone I know would see me.

[CTCruiser]

You lucky dog I can't beleive you got to ride all those bikes

[MikeD]

That sounds like a very cool day!  I rode the night rod last year at Daytona too, I was very impressed.  I also rode the SE Road King and I agree with the seating position, floor boards, etc.  It seems that it is built for someone under 6'0", I'm 6'1" and I felt I was way to tall for it.