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Old Jul 6, 2022 | 04:45 PM
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Custom V-Rod Makes a Case For Model's Return
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This cool custom reminds us of the days when the V-Rod still roamed this earth.

 
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Old Jul 6, 2022 | 06:19 PM
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I mean, it's an ok looking V-Rod, but what's the draw?
 
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Old Jul 6, 2022 | 07:15 PM
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I doubt many would want a "drag bike" in today's market. I'm as big a fanboy of the VRSC as anybody, but the V-Rod had its time and place for 17 years. I shudder to think what production costs of that rear swingarm, hydroformed chassis, and most of all, engine, would run today.
 
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Old Jul 6, 2022 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark out West
I doubt many would want a "drag bike" in today's market. I'm as big a fanboy of the VRSC as anybody, but the V-Rod had its time and place for 17 years. I shudder to think what production costs of that rear swingarm, hydroformed chassis, and most of all, engine, would run today.
I would. Sign me up for that bad boy
 
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Old Jul 6, 2022 | 07:37 PM
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Bike looks awesome 👍💪😎
 
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Old Jul 7, 2022 | 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark out West
I doubt many would want a "drag bike" in today's market. I'm as big a fanboy of the VRSC as anybody, but the V-Rod had its time and place for 17 years. I shudder to think what production costs of that rear swingarm, hydroformed chassis, and most of all, engine, would run today.

I suspect less than rolling out a " new" model , they have amortized the associated design and tooling costs over 17 years and XXXxx units
 
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Old Jul 7, 2022 | 01:08 PM
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I think it looks pretty cool, but I also think that bike just looks so uncomfortable to ride.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2022 | 01:13 PM
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very nice looking ride, I've always thought vrods were cool, not built for my build though

those rims are baller
 
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