Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
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Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
Hi all,
I took a ride on my lunch hour over to my local H-D dealer to pick up a accessory catalog and noticed a few v-rods on the floor. I was scoping out this '04 all chrome body work scooter and the sales guy came up and asked me if I'd like to ride it. Well, yea I said so... off we went. And all I can say is WOW! what a ride. I own a '98 Ultra and it's like these bikes weren't even made on the same planet! I can't part with my Ultra but, I'll tell you, I'd love a V-rod as a second bike.
My wife enjoys riding and my Ultra has sentimental value as well (my Dad gave it to me) so a V-rod wouldn't be feasible as my only ride.
I believe that this engine is Harley's future.
It was a fun lunch let me tell ya!
I took a ride on my lunch hour over to my local H-D dealer to pick up a accessory catalog and noticed a few v-rods on the floor. I was scoping out this '04 all chrome body work scooter and the sales guy came up and asked me if I'd like to ride it. Well, yea I said so... off we went. And all I can say is WOW! what a ride. I own a '98 Ultra and it's like these bikes weren't even made on the same planet! I can't part with my Ultra but, I'll tell you, I'd love a V-rod as a second bike.
My wife enjoys riding and my Ultra has sentimental value as well (my Dad gave it to me) so a V-rod wouldn't be feasible as my only ride.
I believe that this engine is Harley's future.
It was a fun lunch let me tell ya!
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RE: Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
Has anyone seen a V-Rod that actually sounds like a Harley. My favorite thing about HD's is the sound. A V-Rod pulled up next to me the other day and I couldn't even hear if it was running. Just courious if they can be made to have that Harley sound.
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RE: Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
Scott, if you ever get the chance, test ride a Street-Rod=V-Rod.
Now thems are dam fast
I test rode a V-Rod last year and was allso very impressed with what it did.
Now thems are dam fast
I test rode a V-Rod last year and was allso very impressed with what it did.
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RE: Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
At the HD shop where I bought my Harley, the dealer said that a number of middle-aged people as well as the younger set were buying the V-rods. I like the looks of the bike, I'm just not sure about the leaning over the tank thing.
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I will be purchasing a Vrod in 06. I currently ride an 02 Road King and will keep that for long hauls. I love the power, the low sleek look, and being water cooled I can take it to my Fla home without worrying about overheating the aircooled Vtwin. Of course I maybe bias, since my wife rides her own Vrod. Definitely a good choice for a second ride.
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ORIGINAL: Phantomryder
I will be purchasing a Vrod in 06. I currently ride an 02 Road King and will keep that for long hauls. I love the power, the low sleek look, and being water cooled I can take it to my Fla home without worrying about overheating the aircooled Vtwin. Of course I maybe bias, since my wife rides her own Vrod. Definitely a good choice for a second ride.
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I will be purchasing a Vrod in 06. I currently ride an 02 Road King and will keep that for long hauls. I love the power, the low sleek look, and being water cooled I can take it to my Fla home without worrying about overheating the aircooled Vtwin. Of course I maybe bias, since my wife rides her own Vrod. Definitely a good choice for a second ride.
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Nice lookin V-rod. Black and chrome, way to go.
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RE: Test drove a V-rod yesterday...WOW!
ORIGINAL: Heatherc
Has anyone seen a V-Rod that actually sounds like a Harley. My favorite thing about HD's is the sound. A V-Rod pulled up next to me the other day and I couldn't even hear if it was running. Just courious if they can be made to have that Harley sound.
Has anyone seen a V-Rod that actually sounds like a Harley. My favorite thing about HD's is the sound. A V-Rod pulled up next to me the other day and I couldn't even hear if it was running. Just courious if they can be made to have that Harley sound.
