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If your looking to buy a mid control V-Rod, the 08 D is probably the best way to go. 08 is when the V-Rod's got some upgrades, 5 gallon gas tank, 1250cc motor, Brembo brakes and a slipper clutch.
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There are seats and rear-set controls to adjust the ride position on the new V-Rods. But these really don't work so well.
I'm 5-9 with 28-29 inch in-seam and this bike is very uncomfortable in all configurations for me. Dangerous, too. My feet literally blew off the pegs at 110 mph during a test ride.
Too bad, really. Great engine, breaks and style. But unrideable. For me.
I'm 5-9 with 28-29 inch in-seam and this bike is very uncomfortable in all configurations for me. Dangerous, too. My feet literally blew off the pegs at 110 mph during a test ride.
Too bad, really. Great engine, breaks and style. But unrideable. For me.
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There are seats and rear-set controls to adjust the ride position on the new V-Rods. But these really don't work so well.
I'm 5-9 with 28-29 inch in-seam and this bike is very uncomfortable in all configurations for me. Dangerous, too. My feet literally blew off the pegs at 110 mph during a test ride.
Too bad, really. Great engine, breaks and style. But unrideable. For me.
I'm 5-9 with 28-29 inch in-seam and this bike is very uncomfortable in all configurations for me. Dangerous, too. My feet literally blew off the pegs at 110 mph during a test ride.
Too bad, really. Great engine, breaks and style. But unrideable. For me.
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From: Badlands of ND
Is this a factory conversion or aftermarket? I really like the Vrods, but those forward controls are way to far out there for me to ride comfortably.
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Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Richmond, VA
Brembo's started in 2006-up. The frame was re-designed in 2007 to accept the larger 5g tank. Rick's makes a 5g tank kit for 2002-2006 bikes. The "R" model was made for two years and was more naked sport bike than cruiser. The "D" model has the mid controls stock. There is an aftermarket set. Try www.v-mod.com . They have them listed there for 2002-2005.
Ride safe,
Jim
Ride safe,
Jim