Hi Guys! Im thinking about buying a 2012 nightrod- very low mileage- ive never owned a vrod before- is there anything specific to look for- or be warned about?

 

Great bike. DO NOT ride it like an air-cooled Harley. Wind it out, use the 10K rpm's. It's a beast, best platform HD ever built to date. It's also a hole shot masterpiece because of the long wheel base and rake.

 

Thanks BBM- its a great deal- we'll see if i can snag it.

 

 

I just picked up a 2014 vrod muscle - it is freaking awesome! I wish i would have pulled the trigger much sooner and I am very disappointed that the moco did not work harder to promote this bike. It is the best engine they have ever put in their bikes.

 

To update my OP- im gonna have to keep my eye out for a different one..... i didnt get the 2012 i was interested in. But i got my eye on a 2009night rod that i may put a bid on. We'll see.

 

Only common complaints I've seen are lousy fuel gauge and short lifespan of the rear tire.

 

along with people complaining about the fuel economy without checking that out before they bought it.

 

Ya, that one always slays me. You buy a non-essential, luxury item and complain about gas mileage??????

 

Im going to update my OP again- since i got more hits on this thread today- and yes,i never understood about anyone complaining about gas mileage either. I just wanted to know if there were any known "issues" with components on vrods - things to look out for when purchasing one.
My own vrod shopping has come to an end for this year- as a medical condition has limited my riding to near zero. Hopefully to be fully recovered by the spring (please god,i hope!!!)
Winter has come early here- its already dropping below freezing at night- so im going to hibernate like a bear and come back strong in the spring- i still got my eyes on a 2009 nightrod- im hoping the dude selling gets no offers- and its waiting for me when the snow melts! I'll keep my fingers crossed!!