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I have been looking at a 2wheeled addition to my  family. I really want a Harley but the prices are steep even for used ones. I have seen the Victory line of bikes which are AMERICAN made. Their prices are good. Does anyone know anything about these bikes. any information would be greatly appreciated
CMNTMXR81 Senior Enthusiast

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Yea, yea, yea!  Harley.....  Just kidding!

 

Polaris makes a great bike in their Victory lineup.  They sound pretty nice too!  I wouldn't mind having a Victory parked next to my Harley in my garage at all.

 

Even though it is a cruiser, it is a very refined cruiser comparitively to the Harley.  It has a very smooth and one of the biggest and most powerful V-Twin's between the Harley, Indian's and other American bikes.  In stock form, it has a stronger HP and torque curve than a Harley Evo motor with a big bore kit and a slight bit stronger than Harley's newer twin Cam 88 in stock form.

 

What kind of bike are you looking for.  The Victory's only come in three or four variations.  All of which are similar to Harley's Fat Boy and Softail lineup.  If you want a big hard bagger (like I have), you'll have to go with a Harley and their Electra-Glide line.

 

Another thought to consider is customization.  There is no need to explain the vast market for Harley's.  The market for Polaris's isn't a 64th of that of the Harley.  A Big Bore kit for my Harley is a rather common thing and a multitude of choices in cams and heads are available.  The whole shiznit including labor and dyno tuning is just under $800.

 

But always remember...LOUD PIPES SAVES LIVES!  :flag:   :chevy:

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I started looking at the 1200 sportster due to price restraints. I have looked at some used dynaglides that were close to the price of the sportster. I just happen to come across the Victory adds on cycle trader site. The prices for the size of the bike were excellent. I have always wanted a Harley but with kids etc the price hurts. I'm looking for a comfortable cruiser not loaded up with bags etc. Im 6'3" 220 and will carry my wife on occasion shes alot smaller than me so she wont' have much effect on the bike ( 5'4" 120). I haven't heard much about reliabilty of the Victory and I'm not going to much to customize the bike.. Your input is much appreciated
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Harley V-ROD  :chevy: haha.  Victory's look nice.  I like the new sportier looking one.  I honestly am not sure how well you and your wife would feel on the Sportster.  Make sure you test it before you do anything.  I have been looking at the Sportster 883.  The base model is only about $6000.  Which really isn't that bad.  But I have no money for anyhting now so it doesn't matter.  My dad has a Super Glide and it is absolutly georgous.  I love riding it.  One day I will have my own.  Really I will.  LOL  Well good luck

 

Later,

Brandon

Shaners Senior Enthusiast

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A fellow at work rides a nice blue/black Polaris Victory.  He's had it since they first came out, so that must mean something...  (I don't know if they hold their value like a Harley though)

 

If you decide you want a Jap bike, some of them may be made in the USA (I know the Gold Wing is)...  They all make very good and reliable bikes, plus there are some 2 year old barely used ones for a good price.

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If you decide you want a Jap bike, some of them may be made in the USA (I know the Gold Wing is)...  They all make very good and reliable bikes, plus there are some 2 year old barely used ones for a good price.

So is my Harley!  What does that make it?  Double American?

 

Of course all the Japanese parts probably negate that.

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Of course all the Japanese parts probably negate that.

What is the Jap content on new Harleys' these days?  I would guess probably around 10% or so...

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I'd guess more than that.  A lot of the electrical system (not just the electronics) seems to have funny little symbols on it.  :flag:

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