RUMORS
TRELL
Posted 2012-06-12 4:34 PM (#116414)
Subject: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 232
I have heard thru the bikers network (IE grapevine)that victory is phasing out the vision as of 2013/2014 has anyone else heard this? If true I think it's a big mistake for victory.
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kris1956
Posted 2012-06-12 4:49 PM (#116416 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Iron Butt

Posts: 1109
Here we go again.
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vision4me
Posted 2012-06-12 5:26 PM (#116423 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 70
Iowa
would you stop selling the best motorcycle ever?
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Arkainzeye
Posted 2012-06-12 5:33 PM (#116424 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 3773
Pittsburgh, PA
they said that about the 2012 and look what we have. every year there seems to be a doom and gloom rumor about the vision, then that year comes and goes and the rumors faded away.
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bigfoot
Posted 2012-06-12 5:50 PM (#116426 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Tourer

Posts: 494
Akron Ohio area
I heard that Ford was doing away with the Mustang and GM was going to end the production of the Vette.
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varyder
Posted 2012-06-12 6:14 PM (#116429 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 8144
New Bohemia, VA
Jeep/Chrysler quit selling the top 10 seller of all time, the Cherokee. So what does that have to do with anything unless you work at corporate making decisions.

Edited by varyder 2012-06-12 6:16 PM
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Eric
Posted 2012-06-12 6:20 PM (#116432 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 103
Duanesburg N.Y.
How are the vision sales compared to the cross bike sales??? that will give you a clue.
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Spock
Posted 2012-06-13 10:38 PM (#116531 - in reply to #116432)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Tourer

Posts: 495
Carrollton, TX
I would like to place a good sum of money on a bet that the Vision is not going away but will be enhanced with an update. 
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Point
Posted 2012-06-14 12:29 AM (#116536 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 60
I would just like them to offer Super Steel Gray again. would problably trade in my 08 for a new one then.
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kris1956
Posted 2012-06-14 7:27 AM (#116554 - in reply to #116531)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Iron Butt

Posts: 1109

Spock - 2012-06-13 10:38 PM I would like to place a good sum of money on a bet that the Vision is not going away but will be enhanced with an update. 

 That would make the most sense and I would trade in my 08.

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bigdrag
Posted 2012-06-14 10:03 AM (#116569 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Puddle Jumper

Posts: 15
Over the last year it seems like Victory is only concerned with the cross country and cross tour. It would not suprise me if they stopped production of the vision. They have made no real upgrades or enhancements since its beginnings. I think it would be a mistake to stop producing the vision. It is the best touring bike I have ever owned in my 30+ years of riding. Great combo of comfort, performance, and style. There is nothing else like it on the road!
VICTORY IF YOU ARE LISTENING... KEEP THE VISION!!!
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jimtom
Posted 2012-06-14 11:12 AM (#116578 - in reply to #116569)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 1308
Sand Rock, AL United States
Honda stopped making the Valkyrie (the real Valkyrie tourer, interstate, not that newest iteration). Made no sense to me . They had a huge following from what I could tell.
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Kelvininin
Posted 2012-06-14 12:48 PM (#116592 - in reply to #116578)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 188
jimtom - 2012-06-14 9:12 AM

Honda stopped making the Valkyrie (the real Valkyrie tourer, interstate, not that newest iteration). Made no sense to me . They had a huge following from what I could tell.


Honda also stopped selling the Magna, after more than 10 years on the current generation, Honda said the market was saturated. But really what was happening was Honda was streamlining their production, cutting down on the number of platforms, and making the engines of their big cruisers universal.

Last time I checked the Vision sales numbers were still impressive. It would make more sense for Vic to drop some of the steel frame bikes before the Vision. Plus I highly doubt that Victory has any intention of letting go of the fix fearing touring market.

The Vision is here for the long haul.
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jimtom
Posted 2012-06-14 12:52 PM (#116593 - in reply to #116592)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 1308
Sand Rock, AL United States
I have a 1994 Magna. Great bike but scheduled maint. is a nightmare with valve inspection and adjustment. If you ride a lot, work a lot and have no free time, valve maint. and chain drive can be overwhelming! Just one of many reasons I love the Victorys. maint free valve arrangement.
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kris1956
Posted 2012-06-14 3:26 PM (#116608 - in reply to #116578)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Iron Butt

Posts: 1109

jimtom - 2012-06-14 11:12 AM Honda stopped making the Valkyrie (the real Valkyrie tourer, interstate, not that newest iteration). Made no sense to me . They had a huge following from what I could tell.

 I never owned one but I always thought they were a great looking bike.

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TRELL
Posted 2012-06-14 3:36 PM (#116609 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 232
Well as long as i can get parts i'm happy I will ride the thing until there is no thread left on the bolts.
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johnnyvision
Posted 2012-06-14 6:01 PM (#116620 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 4278

TRELL - 2012-06-12 4:34 PM I have heard thru the bikers network (IE grapevine)that victory is phasing out the vision as of 2013/2014 has anyone else heard this? If true I think it's a big mistake for victory.

 

I'm sure glade I don't drink wine for your grape vine

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dollarbillwi
Posted 2012-06-14 7:43 PM (#116633 - in reply to #116620)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 92
West Bend, WI
john frey - 2012-06-14 5:01 PM

TRELL - 2012-06-12 4:34 PM I have heard thru the bikers network (IE grapevine)that victory is phasing out the vision as of 2013/2014 has anyone else heard this? If true I think it's a big mistake for victory.

?

I'm sure glade I don't drink wine for your grape vine



Just make our bikes more valuable John.
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varyder
Posted 2012-06-14 9:21 PM (#116651 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 8144
New Bohemia, VA
The post makes me think of the Fleetwood Mac's Rumours Album and the song Dreams...and this verse...



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radioteacher
Posted 2012-06-15 3:55 PM (#116733 - in reply to #116651)
Subject: RE: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 3006
San Antonio, TX
varyder - 2012-06-14 9:21 PM

The post makes me think of the Fleetwood Mac's Rumours Album and the song Dreams...and this verse...


Stevie Nicks saw Dreams of Visions....lucky her.

I rode my Vision to Texas Pride Barbecue last night for a friends Bachelor Party.

Wedding Rehearsal tonight and he will be married tomorrow........for the sixth time. Four divorces and widowed once. The lady he is marrying is a real keeper...maybe she can keep him in line. Its her first marriage.

Ride safe and marry well.
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rainryder
Posted 2012-06-15 7:21 PM (#116753 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Tourer

Posts: 444
Bay of Gigs, WA
I noticed there was no further mention of the Vision in the Mayan calendar past 12/21/12. Coincidence? The answer is out there...
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radioteacher
Posted 2012-06-15 8:02 PM (#116758 - in reply to #116753)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 3006
San Antonio, TX
rainryder - 2012-06-15 7:21 PM

I noticed there was no further mention of the Vision in the Mayan calendar past 12/21/12. Coincidence? The answer is out there...


That is special. I really am laughing.....
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Trekwolf164
Posted 2012-06-15 9:16 PM (#116763 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Iron Butt

Posts: 965
New York State
Body panels from 09 through 12 Visions are interchangeable they can stop production tomorrow.

I will keep riding my 2011 for many years to come.

I think there will be a 2014 Vision though
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AUSIE JACK
Posted 2012-06-17 4:29 AM (#116833 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Puddle Jumper

Posts: 19
Nothing lasts forever and at 57 y.o. I am not sure if my vision will be my last bike or if I would as I currently feel buy a new vision in a couple of years. I would test ride whatever took my fancy then decide. If BMW put out a forward control tourer which was comfortable for my leg and hip problems I would test it. I do like big vee twins for character. I suppose after 2 years of vision ownership I am still happily in the honeymoon period. Previous bikes I was looking to change after 2 years. Be a nuisance for me if they stop making visions and take away the option of buying a new one.
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Maverick
Posted 2012-06-17 6:22 AM (#116835 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 154
Cabot Arkansas
I was talking about this rumor with a local dealer/owner just a couple of weeks ago,he laughed and told me the vision is Victory's 2nd best selling model right behind the cross country and it IS NOT going anywhere.I don't believe any company would discontinue their 2nd best selling product.I just traded my 09 vision for a 2012 so I'm good for at least another 100k miles when the NEW 100k mile tranny automatically self destructs
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varyder
Posted 2012-06-17 6:25 AM (#116836 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Visionary

Posts: 8144
New Bohemia, VA
how many miles did you have on your '09 you sold, Randy?
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Maverick
Posted 2012-06-17 6:32 AM (#116837 - in reply to #116414)
Subject: Re: RUMORS


Cruiser

Posts: 154
Cabot Arkansas
Just over 40K in 3 years.Just broken in good compared to yours
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