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| I had a Yamaha Stratoliner and my wife had a V-Star 1100. She recently decided that driving a bike wasn't for her and wanted to ride behind me. So, I started looking for something that would suit us.
Initially, it was a tough decision. I wanted to buy an American motorcycle which immediately put HD at the top of the list. The Vision wasn't really in the running for me simply because it was a bit too TRON-like. Mind you, I think it's a striking bike but it didn't completely work for me. BMW's styling also didn't grab me so it was a race between HD Ultra-Classic Electra Glide and the Goldwing.
I looked hard at the Harley and the cool-factor almost did me in but there was something about sitting at a stop-light and your engine shaking like a wet dog that turned me off. Pricey as well.
I kept on searching, reading reviews and the Vision reviews and comments kept my interest. The only two negative comments I could basically find was the futuristic look (many don't like it) and the placement of the rear-view mirrors. Beyond that the reviews were very favorable.
So, I told my wife that I was going to at least test drive one and settle this question once and for all. I drove my Stat out to Weatherford and jumped on their demo unit. Well, that was it for me. All I can say is WOW! It's funny how "the thing, it's personality, it's behavior" can become a thing of beauty. It's growing on me. LOL
It handles like an extension of my body, stable, and I felt like my riding endurance had at least doubled on this bike.
Anyway, I know this was a bit lengthy but in the interest of discussion I thought I'd share this.
Best Regards.
p.s. I guess I need to speak with my dealer about the ignition recall issue??? |
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Under the Rule of Jedi - Masshole | Welcome aboard!
That is why from day one, (I have a numbered 99' #567) Victory has done demo rides. I don't think anyone has ever came back from a test ride without a grin from ear to ear.
They do ride nice!
Congrats again, and many happy miles.
As to your ps... Yup, just ask the dealer, might have been done. |
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CALGARY ALBERTA | Welcome Whitehaven, Soon we will be having Sunday service here for all of the converts. To quote Jay Leno on sport bikes. "Riding it is like going to bed with an aerobics instructor, you'll never be as good as she is". We can only aspire to ride this one to it's potential. BB |
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Harrisburg, PA | Congrats on the new Vision. If you have a recently built bike your ignition is ok. Mine was built in Jan 08 and was not apart of the recall. You can find your build date decal under the panel between the seat and Stereo. |
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Puyallup, Washington | It's amazing how a test ride can change your whole view of the Vision. Your post wasn't too long at all. I enjoy reading about the change that comes about when a new convert comes along. Welcome to the ranks of Vision-Riders. I know you're wife will love the ride. Mine certainly does. Ride fun, ride safe, happy trails. Wayne |
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Stockton, Ca. | Whitehaven, you will not be disappointed. You made a good choice! To ride a Vision is to love a Vision. I was sold after my first look, didn't even need a ride but the ride just sealed the deal! The comfort is unbeatable and no other bike in this class compares for the handling.
Welcome and enjoy the new ride! |
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Iron Butt
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Western WA | Welcome to the site and to the Vision Whitehaven.
Here's to many happy and safe miles. |
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Puddle Jumper
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Northeast Ohio | Welcome Whitehaven, it only gets better from here. Be prepared for al the questions when you stop and the thumbs up from passing cars. |
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Puddle Jumper
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| ScorpioVision - 2008-05-06 4:09 AM
Welcome Whitehaven, it only gets better from here. Be prepared for al the questions when you stop and the thumbs up from passing cars.
My North American tour as a rock star has already started. Saturday, I was sitting in a parking lot waiting for my daughter to have lunch and two HD riders (at different times) rode up to check it out.
I've got a feeling that those days are gone whereby a Harley rider says "Hey, it don't matter whatcha ride, as long as you ride".  |
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Under the Rule of Jedi - Masshole | Whitehaven - 2008-05-06 8:21 AM
My North American tour as a rock star has already started. Saturday, I was sitting in a parking lot waiting for my daughter to have lunch and two HD riders (at different times) rode up to check it out.
I've got a feeling that those days are gone whereby a Harley rider says "Hey, it don't matter whatcha ride, as long as you ride". Yup...same thing here last night. Stopped to take a few pictures, guy gets of of his car, has a J&P Cycles cap on (must ride I think) looks it all over, was impressed, then tells me how he would never switch from H-D, been riding for 37 years, has had 25 new H-D's and how he can take them apart in his sleep. My response... "Wow, need to repair them that much. Glad I brought a Victory!" Needless to say, he jumps back in his rusted 1992 Taurus, and drive away. I think to my self...25 new bikes, and he's driving this piece of sheet! Right....!
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New Bohemia, VA | Welcome Whitehaven! |
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| Whitehaven - 2008-05-05 7:05 PM
I had a Yamaha Stratoliner and my wife had a V-Star 1100. She recently decided that driving a bike wasn't for her and wanted to ride behind me. So, I started looking for something that would suit us.
Initially, it was a tough decision. I wanted to buy an American motorcycle which immediately put HD at the top of the list. The Vision wasn't really in the running for me simply because it was a bit too TRON-like. Mind you, I think it's a striking bike but it didn't completely work for me. BMW's styling also didn't grab me so it was a race between HD Ultra-Classic Electra Glide and the Goldwing.
I looked hard at the Harley and the cool-factor almost did me in but there was something about sitting at a stop-light and your engine shaking like a wet dog that turned me off. Pricey as well.
I kept on searching, reading reviews and the Vision reviews and comments kept my interest. The only two negative comments I could basically find was the futuristic look (many don't like it) and the placement of the rear-view mirrors. Beyond that the reviews were very favorable.
So, I told my wife that I was going to at least test drive one and settle this question once and for all. I drove my Stat out to Weatherford and jumped on their demo unit. Well, that was it for me. All I can say is WOW! It's funny how "the thing, it's personality, it's behavior" can become a thing of beauty. It's growing on me. LOL
It handles like an extension of my body, stable, and I felt like my riding endurance had at least doubled on this bike.
Anyway, I know this was a bit lengthy but in the interest of discussion I thought I'd share this.
Best Regards.
p.s. I guess I need to speak with my dealer about the ignition recall issue???
WOW! Déjà vu!
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northwest florida | Yup...same thing here last night. Stopped to take a few pictures, guy gets of of his car, has a J&P Cycles cap on (must ride I think) looks it all over, was impressed, then tells me how he would never switch from H-D, been riding for 37 years, has had 25 new H-D's and how he can take them apart in his sleep. My response... "Wow, need to repair them that much. Glad I brought a Victory!" Needless to say, he jumps back in his rusted 1992 Taurus, and drive away. I think to my self...25 new bikes, and he's driving this piece of sheet! Right....!
thats why he has a 92 ford...he buys new harleys and can't afford a real car. |
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Under the Rule of Jedi - Masshole | a99miata - 2008-05-06 6:33 PM
SNIP--->>>
thats why he has a 92 ford...he buys new harleys and can't afford a real car.
Again...Right!
I think the J&P Cap needed an oil change, along with his clothes. |
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VA | I recently wrote an email to a regional sales rep. for Victory, basically to tell them how happy I was with a Victory dealer. One of the things I commented on, not entirely related, was that the test rides are really what sells the brand. That's what made me get the Vision. OK, I wanted it before I rode it, but it helped convince the wife at least. I made the mistake of buying a bike that I couldn't test ride before buying. Granted, I really liked the bike anyways, but only found out later that it wouldn't be comfortable for longer rides. But I think it says something about the confidence of Victory to encourage the test ride programs. Plus, and I don't know how other dealerships have been, but I got no pressure to buy the bike afterwards. That's why I decided to buy from them. They took a very laid-back, let the bike do the selling approach. Anyone else have a drastically different experience? Just curious if I have a really cool dealer or if Victory is training the dealers on how to sell bikes.
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| divesharc - 2008-05-06 9:41 PM
I recently wrote an email to a regional sales rep. for Victory, basically to tell them how happy I was with a Victory dealer. One of the things I commented on, not entirely related, was that the test rides are really what sells the brand. That's what made me get the Vision. OK, I wanted it before I rode it, but it helped convince the wife at least. I made the mistake of buying a bike that I couldn't test ride before buying. Granted, I really liked the bike anyways, but only found out later that it wouldn't be comfortable for longer rides. But I think it says something about the confidence of Victory to encourage the test ride programs. Plus, and I don't know how other dealerships have been, but I got no pressure to buy the bike afterwards. That's why I decided to buy from them. They took a very laid-back, let the bike do the selling approach. Anyone else have a drastically different experience? Just curious if I have a really cool dealer or if Victory is training the dealers on how to sell bikes.
your right .....the bike sells itself.......victory is smart for their test ride program.....easy to sell something that sells itself.....they know their product is superior to the rest. |
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Brighton, TN | Congrats, I used to live in Azle. Loved it out there. Stogies all around. Cuban please, light aroma, hand rolled and fresh from the humidor. |
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Tacoma, WA | Welcome, Whitehaven!!! It really is a great bike, isn't it??-----Metalguy |
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Iron Butt
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Southeast Iowa | Welcome Whitehaven! Feels good to be different, don't it. Much rather be the wolf than one of the sheep! |
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Under the Rule of Jedi - Masshole | Here's one for you...
And I've used it a few time on the non-believers...
"VICTORY... Ride a motorcycle, not the band wagon." |
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Puddle Jumper
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| Member No. 1 - 2008-05-07 9:21 AM
Here's one for you...
And I've used it a few time on the non-believers...
"VICTORY... Ride a motorcycle, not the band wagon."
Somewhere I saw a signature that made me laugh.
To paraphrase:
"You laugh at me because I'm different, I laugh at you because you're all the same."
It's probably an old one but it was the first time I saw it. I liked it. Yes, I do like being different. Even with investing I've always trended to the contrarian side.  |
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| Whitehaven - 2008-05-05 7:05 PM
I had a Yamaha Stratoliner and my wife had a V-Star 1100. She recently decided that driving a bike wasn't for her and wanted to ride behind me. So, I started looking for something that would suit us.
Initially, it was a tough decision. I wanted to buy an American motorcycle which immediately put HD at the top of the list. The Vision wasn't really in the running for me simply because it was a bit too TRON-like. Mind you, I think it's a striking bike but it didn't completely work for me. BMW's styling also didn't grab me so it was a race between HD Ultra-Classic Electra Glide and the Goldwing.
Congratulations on the new ride.
I'm curious, since you were riding Yamahas, did you consider the Royal Star Venture? We are about to trade ours for a Vision, and I was just wondering.
Edited by Tramp 2008-05-08 11:17 AM
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Brighton, TN | Yammy, sammy, Get it, Ride it, Keep going! |
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| thanks for the input. |
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Brighton, TN | Your welcome! Have you stopped yet? It is very hard to apply brakes before initial break-in is done. Took me a couple of days. The ignition key resisted being turned off. Now it just shuts off on its own. |
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Savannah, GA -Year round riding!! Yay! | Hello and welcome to the madness!!!  |
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Visionary
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So Cal | Whitehaven - 2008-05-07 7:51 AM
Member No. 1 - 2008-05-07 9:21 AM
Here's one for you...
And I've used it a few time on the non-believers...
"VICTORY... Ride a motorcycle, not the band wagon."
Somewhere I saw a signature that made me laugh.
To paraphrase:
"You laugh at me because I'm different, I laugh at you because you're all the same."
It's probably an old one but it was the first time I saw it. I liked it. Yes, I do like being different. Even with investing I've always trended to the contrarian side.
I like the new Bigdog ad. " The problem with being a black sheep is....
your still a sheep" |
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Puddle Jumper
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Lebanon, PA | Congrats, you definately made thr right choice. Allow 15 minutes extra on short times cause everywhere you stop it draws a crowd and people ask questions. You should have seen them in Myrtle. More then 1 thought it was a $45K custom |
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New Bohemia, VA | SaintHowie - 2008-05-16 12:33 PM Congrats, you definately made thr right choice. Allow 15 minutes extra on short times cause everywhere you stop it draws a crowd and people ask questions. You should have seen them in Myrtle. More then 1 thought it was a $45K custom First time someone ever commented on my MCTP, they asked if I built it myself. Out of curiosity, how many Vision's did you see at Myrtle? Any trailered in? |
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Bought a Vision last Friday