Whitch V-Rod to buy????
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Whitch V-Rod to buy????
Hey all,
I'm presently riding a 2002 1200C that i've put substantial work into.....i'm now ready to upgrade to a bigger bike and i want to get a V-Rod.....are their any years to stay away from, what years are better than others.....common problems...exc....
I'm presently riding a 2002 1200C that i've put substantial work into.....i'm now ready to upgrade to a bigger bike and i want to get a V-Rod.....are their any years to stay away from, what years are better than others.....common problems...exc....
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
No info from me, but I too think the V-rods are awesome. I really love the ride and feel of my 05 Custom, but last weekend I sat on several of the V-rods as I searched for a 883L for my wife, and they really feel right.
RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
I know they are alot of money but have you thought of a Screamin' Eagle CVO V-Rod? I love the orange one w/the eagle on the tank. The yellow one is cool looking too. That fat rear tire and the extra hp got me when I saw them.
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
One of the advantages to a 2006 is the change in braking systems-Brembo, and I have heard something about a larger rear axle being implemented in one of the earlier years ?? Other than that, I don't know if a 2006 is better than any of the previous years. GOOD LUCK!
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
Each VRSC model has it's own nuances....
VRSCA/B Good standard model, no frills, but stay away from the 02-03 models (04 was switched to a 28 tooth front sprocket)
VRSCR WOW!!!!!!!!!! Very aggressive, almost neutral riding position, larger tank, inverted front forks, great seat.....
VRSCD Racy version of the A/B, Mid controls, 120 hp (R Model spec exhaust), better seat than A/B model
CVO Nuff said.... Truly a blast, and can easily rip off the rear tire.....
VRSCA/B Good standard model, no frills, but stay away from the 02-03 models (04 was switched to a 28 tooth front sprocket)
VRSCR WOW!!!!!!!!!! Very aggressive, almost neutral riding position, larger tank, inverted front forks, great seat.....
VRSCD Racy version of the A/B, Mid controls, 120 hp (R Model spec exhaust), better seat than A/B model
CVO Nuff said.... Truly a blast, and can easily rip off the rear tire.....
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
why stay away from 02-03 models? Something bad about the bikes? or just about the front sproket? Did they go to less teeth in 04 or more teeth?
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
The front sprocket was changed, to give the bike a better Bottom end...
In 04 it was stock on all bikes...
Less Teeth I believe, but not positive.....
I do know that an 02-03 doesn't have the ballz that a new one does, due to the sprocket...
In 04 it was stock on all bikes...
Less Teeth I believe, but not positive.....
I do know that an 02-03 doesn't have the ballz that a new one does, due to the sprocket...
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RE: Whitch V-Rod to buy????
Ah yes, but I'd take the '02-'03 30t pulley anytime. I don't practice or need jack rabbit starts, and the lower RPMs at cruise are sweet. Plus, the thing flies and accelerates with the 30t already! But this is me. If I bought a 28t V-Rod, I'd switch to the 30t.