Considering Jumping Ship
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 9,975
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From: Michigan
Like Larry-the cable-guy says:
"The grass may look greener on the other side of the fence but when you get over there you discover there's a septic field problem"!
Some folks are Harley folks, and others are not.
If you buy another brand (which I did once upon a time) every time you hear or see a Harley, you'll get have an itch that you cannot scratch.
"The grass may look greener on the other side of the fence but when you get over there you discover there's a septic field problem"!
Some folks are Harley folks, and others are not.
If you buy another brand (which I did once upon a time) every time you hear or see a Harley, you'll get have an itch that you cannot scratch.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 666
Likes: 5
From: Bay Area, CA
Sorry to say this....but I can't help being offended by somebody who already owns a 2012 Road King, asking me what do I think about him trading for new Victory???? Manufacturer be damned! You sound like a bored and spoiled rich kid looking for attention. There's way too many people in this country struggling....shame on you.
At least the OP is out there spending cash and thereby supporting our weak economy, helping some less fortunate American worker get a pay check to support this family, buy groceries, etc, etc on down the line.
I'd rather have guys like the OP out there spending cash right now than just sitting on a pile of it like a lot of cash-rich corporations and individuals are doing. Their wait-and-see attitude ain't helping nobody.
I hope the OP buys a new bike every other month, and God love him if he does.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 8,051
Likes: 50
From: Florence, MT (Bitterroot Valley)
Like I've said before. It's your $$, buy what makes you happy. You might go over to the Victory Forum and get some good feedback there from folks that have already done what your thinking about doing. It could be worth the read.... Good luck in any case.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 4,618
Likes: 290
From: Johnstown, PA
When I was looking, I gave victory a good hard look. I almost bought a vision. The bike rode like a dream, an the electric windshield was sweet. I just couldn't get past the buck Rogers styling.
I actually like the looks of the CC. I rode both the CC and the vision, and was very disappointed in the CC. It was very awkward at stops, I had trouble getting my footing, and walking the bike. No such trouble on the vision though.
If you like it more then your king, and are comfortable on it, go for it. But before you do, ride an ultra, and a wing just to be sure.
I actually like the looks of the CC. I rode both the CC and the vision, and was very disappointed in the CC. It was very awkward at stops, I had trouble getting my footing, and walking the bike. No such trouble on the vision though.
If you like it more then your king, and are comfortable on it, go for it. But before you do, ride an ultra, and a wing just to be sure.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 485
Likes: 2
From: Colorado
I hear you man. I don't doubt that they are well made bikes, but most of them look way too George Jetson to me. I understand going for a "different look" and all, but they could have they went too far for me. Personally, I'd rather have an Indian than a Victory. Way more style.....
Last edited by Tek74; Jul 8, 2012 at 12:37 AM.
Supporter
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 3,710
Likes: 640
From: San Ramon, Ca
Sorry.
Don't see it.
Gawd awful looking things !!
But what do I know? I ride a frickin antique,
built to mimick an antique.
Don't see it.
Gawd awful looking things !!
But what do I know? I ride a frickin antique,
built to mimick an antique.
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Tourer
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 463
Likes: 68
From: Midwest
I was looking at a Victory Cross Country, and I must say, I'm impressed. Thinking about trading my '12 Road King for one. The only thing I didn't much care for is the short windshield, got a bit of buffeting from it. Other than that, I can't find anything wrong with it. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my Road King. After doing a stage one ( $$$ ) it almost has the power of a stock Victory. Help me out here, I know this is not the best place to ask this, but, give me some REAL good reasons not to do it.
