Victory Motorcycles – are they better than Harley?

I did a little research on Victory motorcycles. They have had recalls all the way up to 2006. Maybe they got all the bugs worked out, maybe the ’07 and ’08 models don’t have enough miles on them to expose their weaknesses. I think I would wait awhile before I consider a Victory. They are friggin ugly too. Did you see their bagger?
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While I agree with your sentiment about Victories being butt-ugly (though in an interesting kind-of way), there is no way you can say that you bike is faster and better handling than ANY Victory. Consider first that what handles well for you will not necessarily be a good fit for someone else. As for speed- a little or a lot of wrenching can change the speed on any bike. Heck, the right tuner can change the horsepower significantly. The Vision does have 92 hp, which is more than most Harleys come stock by more than a bit, so the speed ought to be there.

But, just so you know, I don’t think ANY bike is better than MY Harley. My Deuce is the best bike bar none. Of course, my husband begs to differ and thinks his is better looking/faster/better handling/ad infinitum. The biggest bummer is that I can’t even fault his taste- since he did marry me.
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Why is your avatar from a clothing ad ????
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I’m a first time buyer who hasn’t been inundated by the whole HD culture, but even as a neophyte I have to say basing superiority on a full fleshed clothing line is weak.

I’ve been doing some test rides and spec comparisons. If you’re comparing raw HP and torque/ft between HD and Victory, HD only offers a few models that really stand up; the V-Rod instantly comes to mind. Many of Victory’s models, including the base Vegas models, have at least 85 HP and 106 ft/ lb of torque. The only two HD engines that offer up this much stock are the Twin Cam (~80 HP) and the Revolution (~115-125 HP, found only in VRSCDX models). So unless you have a VROD, you aren’t getting the stock performance you’d get from a Victory. The only really attractive thing HD’s offer that Victory’s don’t performance-wise is ABS on some of their models.

As far as which is better looking, I again disagree. I’d say the 2006-2008 Victory line offers some of the best looking bikes on the market. As a new rider I’d say the best bang for your buck definitely goes to Victory at the moment.
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Ah…but would your chaps suit a victory?
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I recently test drove a V. As a Hd owner I found it interesting pertaining to the stock performance. Yes they will put pre 2006 HD’s to shame in speed alone, but there were some fit and finish items that bugged me. The rear brake pedal had a "wobble" to it I did not like. The handle bar controls seemed like a cheap imitation of chrome and not the brawny look like the HD. It handles ok, but lacks the feel of a big cruiser. I also rode a Yamaha Roadliner that delivered more of a Cruiser feel and performance, with better fit and finish.
I think Victory is going to have its niche but not mainstream. They are building their aftermarket jewelry but it will be limited due to the lack of sales, unlike the big metrics and HD. If I were shopping and HD did not float my boat the Yamaha has done its best to produce the best alternative and you won’t be let down.All of them are beginning to make HD look harder at its line up and HD is responding with new models, but the metric, including Victory are only about 20% less , once you have looked close at the price point.And once you have owned your bike for many years, you will see the superiority of the HD product. That’s why there are so many still on the street from years gone by.You wont find a "cotter pin" on a HD and when you go to wrench a HD, you will feel the raw build quality of the American spirit of a lasting machine.
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William T ????????

WTF are you ranting on about you 400lb fool ?
Why do you brag about having a $20,000 bike ?
Why is it the best ?
Are you so insecure with yourself that you have to brag ?
I think we should ALL hit the ignore button on YOU because its narrow minded bragging idiots like YOU that put people like me off buying a Harley !
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