No fear in Victory's at all. Polaris is the parent company and they made Victory's for for 18 years so I don't think you will have any parts issues for a long time. Any chance I can pay too much for one of those "dope" t shirts ?
@@scottheath7405 Right!? I figure we should be good for a while. I'm in the process of getting some dope merch. Hahaha. These are one off shirts my wife made me for christmas. But stay tuned for some overpriced merch hahahaha!
i've never seen one broke down on the side of the road, great bikes. They have videos on how the internals of the engines are made and put together, more solid than HD, which pains me to say but it's true
Jon's Moto Garage I have the ‘09. Pretty much stock (except an overdrive pulley). I really love it when I can get a chance to ride it. It still gets a lot of stares (as I live a mile from a HD place). I think the Vics are the kind of bike you can keep and own until its day is through.
@@jasonbosworth8549 Solid as this bike is, I'm not worried about it for a while. By the time I need a part, I'm sure the second hand market will be thriving.
Motorcycles are a very niche product, especially in today's market, Polaris would be competing against themselves and lose money. They were smart to move to the Indian name. They sold more bikes in their, I think first year than they did the entire 8 years they had Victory. Doesn't mean they can't make chopper looking bikes coming later.
@@user-qr7ee2cp4y They could not keep both. Harley gets government support for keeping the heritage brand alive. Polaris wanted the same thing with INDIAN but was told that even though Indian qualifies for the same treatment as HD, they would not give Polaris money so they could pour it into Victory's development, and since there was no way to convince them otherwise, Victory had to be killed in favor of Indian taking it's place. It's all about money. I've heard it from a Victory dealer who was selling me some parts at reduced prices afterwards... Sad.
I will always ride a Victory. No other bike I’ve owned has compared. Victory closed its doors two and a half years ago and the community is still going strong. I love my Vegas.
Man, I’am sitting here in my basement on another Snowy Snowstorm( February 7th 2021) and all I want to do is take my Victory 8 ball for a spin!! Do buy a VICTORY MOTORCYCLE!! They are AWESOME BIKES! I will probably get 200K before I rebuild the engine! Don’t let anyone persuade you not to buy a VICTORY!!
I've got to add this shameless plug to you Jon. The internet is full of gloom and doom and I spool up your videos primarily for the content and I've been on motorcycles for literally 50 years (Old Codger)But also for the upbeat vibe. You're just a happy guy raising your family,riding and selling some cool bikes and spreading positive energy.You're a breath of fresh air !! Keep it up,my friend and Thank you.
Victory bikes are like Timex watches, VERY reliable, easy to work on. Lots of guys have 80,000 -100,000 miles on them. I have 69,448 miles on my 201$ Cross Country tour and it's been VERY reliable.
Love my Victory. Got mine in VERY rough neglect condition and restored the entire bike. Despite all the neglect the engine is just fine and hasn't cost me a dime.
Victory is always going to be value for money. Parts are always going to be there (by law for 10yrs). The Victory club is always going to be there. If history is any lesson a previously loved Victory is always going to be more dependable than a new Harley. I'm always going to own and ride one. I know where there are some nice shinny new ones so my next new bike will be a Victory, as well. Nothing, but nothing sounds like a Victory. I ride mine just to listen to it, it's just that sweet.
2011 Victory Vegas (candy apple red), my very first bike, purchased this year and I love it! Just purchased the Highball handle bars, black mirrors and black light as I swap from chrome to all black, will be swapping out the pipes this winter. Already installed a Mustang seat and 4" forward control extension as I'm 6'4" tall. Seven years to go so I'm not concerned about parts availability however maybe Polaris will sell the rights on or reintroduce Victory in limited format under the Indian name? Who knows? Victory has been a fantastic bike to ride for someone my size as a new rider. My Polaris dealer has also been very supportive in helping out a newbie, as I don't swing a wrench for fun. Victory forever, happy riding everyone! Enjoy the channel, keep up the good work!
I have a 2012 Victory Hammer 8Ball. It's a beast. put on groundpounders and Lloyd's torque tubes along with upgrade. Love it with the new seat, too. Can ride 250 miles at a clip.
I had several different bikes including VTX 1800, HD Vrod, Yamaha V star etc... When I bought my first Victory I was super happy. They are the best bikes, powerful, and incredibly smooth. I had victoy Jackpot and Victory Hammer S. No issues with either of them for 7 years, except only one broken clutch line. That can happen. I'm watching this video because I'm buying 2013 Hammer 8 ball next week. I'm excited again. I don't understand why people would say not to buy one, I'd say quite the opposite! Buy one if you can find one. Polaris still makes all parts available and promised another decade of direct production of parts. Then will outsource the parts to other companies.
Have a 2013 victory highball myself and say the exact same thing. Get one while you can. The bikes will eventually be extremely hard to find yes but parts I don't think will ever be an issue. I don't think the bikes will appreciate in value rather the appreciation for one will become greater as years go on. Witch doctor has tons of stuff ready to go and just ordered a couple things from a shop in Iowa that was cheaper than witch doctor.
I wish I would've kept my 8 ball. I traded it for a HD street glide special. The 8 ball is much smoother, faster n it don't blow out all that heat to burn your thigh!
Thinking of getting a 2013 8 ball, they're asking 8495 and has 28,664 miles. I haven't rode it yet, but I like your take on Victory bikes. I'm an HD guy, just because of being around them all my life. My father rode Triumphs to be different than most riding HD's. I really like the look and your video was helpful, giving me a ride along. Thanks bubby, keep it up.
I have a 2009 Kingpin, I know not this bike but, mine and my friends Victory bikes are phenomenal! No problems, wear and tear parts and just Maintenance and a clutch Cable so far. 31K miles and will never trade it. Love Harley as well, a great USA company but Victory was a league above.
Love love my Victory... own more than a few bad‐ass bikes and love my Victory! Would definitely buy again. SOLID bikes.. Very fun quick fast bike. I have 2 relatives that also bought Victory. Mine is a Victor Judge and they have a Victory Gunner and a Victory Vegas Jackpot. The Vegas Jackpot is the slower of the three but still very much a fast quick fun great looking bike. None of us thankfully have ever needed parts to fix any problems / issues with our Victory's. Victory built its bikes strong / solid! All parts that we have ordered/purchased were to do custom work on our bikes. It's always been very easy to get Victory parts from Victory as well as the dealership. Victory did promise their Victory owners / buyers that we will be able to get All Victory parts from Victory without any problem through 2027 if not beyond that date but for sure through 2027. So far we're seeing that promise being kept. I'm hoping everyone else is also.
I have a 2017 8 ball and I love it. I get a lot of compliments while I'm out on it. It's my first ( sport )cruiser. I went from a CBR1000 to the 8 ball with no regrets. I did a lot of research and comparing while trying to select my next bike. As for parts go it's a Polaris. you always have parts available. There's a Indian dealership not far from my house. Though I have yet to any problems. Very sporty and lots of power.
Don't like the cheap 'click bait' but love the vid's Jon. Your Vid Title should be: 'Buy low now, sale high later'. When market panic ends prices will go up because they have a following and as you pointed out; parts are available ten years for both after market and OEM. Just bought my 2015 Victory Vegas 8 ball yesterday off auction dirt cheap. Had a Triumph Trident, I called it "my every other weekend bike" because i would take it out one weekend, and fix it the next. So far I love this bike. Not too loud, solid and balanced footing, reliable engine and electronics, fun and easy cruiser with cheap upgrades available straight out of the box. Definitely beats the Harley that left me too broke for upgrades. Felt like I was just feeding my ego and paying for a name with little pay off.
This reminds me of something a buddy of mine told me about fifteen years ago: He had a Yamaha V-Star which he had ridden for about a year, then he bought a Hayabusa which he loved. About another year later he had to do some plumbing repair on a commercial building he owned, and he didn't want to borrow money from a bank, so he decided he'd sell one of the bikes to pay for some of the parts (he did the labor himself). He said he wanted to ride then both to decide which one of them he wanted to keep, and which one he wanted to sell. He said he got up one morning and took the Hayabusa for about a twenty mile ride, then he took the V-Star for a ride. He said he got about four blocks down the street and he pulled over to see if the tires were flat (which they weren't). Needless to say, he sold the V-Star.
I bought a gunner last year and I love it. It's my 1st cruiser coming from a fz8 before that. I mean they said they will make parts for the next 10 years if you're worried about that
No doubt, I would buy one as a second bike but ride in moderation as a weekend chill, leave me alone, ride up the smokie mountains and self reflect. Make drone videos with soft urban music in the background.
Ive got a 16 cross country and I'm not getting rid of it. I can't find anything that is as unique, comfortable , or powerful all at the same time. I'm not going to be another sheep in the heard.
I Love my Victorys, I've got 8 of them now. I believe they will be collectors items in the future (probably long after I'm dead. But my kids will cash in, LOL!)
Right now is a good time to buy a Victory..plenty of support. - Conquest Customs - The Vic shop - LLoydz motorworkz - Kevin Cross - Southern motorworx -Witch doctors - Victory Only - Taylor Specialities - Kilians Kreations And plenty of others..if you can change oil and lube the clutch lever and the end on the case.
@@Oddball_KellysHeroes with them always make sure it's in stock either call or send an email. That's the only one I've heard of issues about items being on back order
I'm a big fan of Conquest Customs main reason being I bought one of their AMS bikes. But the owner Scott Kietzman is the master of steel frames. He offers alot that's not on his site also
I purchased this bike from you, Jon. Subscribed to your channel after I bought it. Super happy with the bike, and definitely do not regret getting a Vic. Power is great, bike looks amazing, even my Harley buddies love the personality of the bike. I got the bike for a fair price, plus you made some much deserved cash! Keep on making these great vids!
Sup, man! Awesome to hear from you and glad the vic is running strong! Hit me up if you're ever down in the valley! Would be awesome to do a follow up or see you shred some wheelies! Hahaha!
Hell yes but a Victory! They are awesome bikes. They look cool and are really solid bikes. I do not understand why Polaris decided to stop making Victory Motorcycles.
They stopped because they were wanting to compete directly with HD and the victory's were just not catching on like they thought. Unfortunately so because I love the Vic's too. The octane is their best bike in my opinion. 104 hp stock! That's incredible
I have a 2006 Victory Jackpot Arlen Ness Edition still looks new and properly maintained and clean . Victory are well made bikes. Like anything else if you take good care it will last long time. Safe Riding #Everyone
Anyone who says you can't get parts for a Victory dosen't know what their talking about. Witch Doctors, Ebay, Amazon, The Vic Shop. I road a couple different Harleys over the years and they always needed something, had to carry extra oil with me, shitty brakes, crappy suspension and don't handle that well. You buy a Harley your paying for a Name. I road a Victory Hammer 100ci in 2006 while in-between deployments and I fell in love. Tons of power dual disc brakes in the front with Brembo Calipers all around, stainless steel braided brake lines, big ol 250 rear tire, handled awesome. I bought it then and there and at the time the 100ci was the biggest engine available from any company at the time. Still have it has aftermarket triple tree's raked 20degrees over stock, RMD Angry pipes, Loydz fuel commander 3rd Gen, K&N air filter, dynoed and tuned and smokes every Harley even my buddies Vrod which is only 1300cc has a 180 rear tire, mine is 1638ccs. Every Victory looks like a custom bike. They have better styling, better handling, better brakes, better engines, more comfortable, both Arlen and Corey Ness made their own editions on some models. The newer bike have the 106ci 1737cc engine. My 02 Yamaha YZF-R1 1000cc with a power commander 3, K&N air filter, Voodoo header and GP Shorty exhaust which is insanely fast she tops out at like 195mph. If I was to race my Hammer against the R1, I think the Hammer would do alright off the line but the R1 would get it in the end. Polaras never should've pushed the Indian line as hard as they did, they focused more on getting Indian back in the game than keeping Victory in the game a bike that could definitely compete with Harley Davidson, a bike that so many people loved a lot of guys switched from Harley to Victory. No ones switching from Harley to Indian.
when i click on a video and see a dude with a garage full of bikes, then the intro has a bunch of dangerous shit, including 12 o'clock wheelies, im like shit ya ill subscribe!
I have a 2014 High Ball and a 2015 Scout , both great bikes and fun to ride . But the HB is an absolutely special bike and will keep it forever. It's a damn shame they don't make them anymore!
I just saw one yesterday for the first time. I’m not ready to buy anything yet, but I’m ALWAYS looking. I like whatever catches my eye. Yet, I try to find out the history of whatever bike catches my eye. I’m new to the motorcycle world right now. Just got my license over a month ago. I did a test ride on a 2021 Indain Challenger which is definitely my dream bike. That last bike you just showed, I think I just saw one like that next door to my Church. They were asking $6,500 or something like that 🤔. They’re definitely nice looking bikes.
The garage head is empty,put more bycycles up there ,just for the trouble of shifting bikes to get the furthest one out,I would sell some,but you are young,go ahead and enjoy your stock. Come 45-50,you won't be that eager to shift bikes .I am already thinking of cutting down to one bike . How do you manage servicing all your bikes?
For sure! I need to rearrange the bicycles to free up some space. Good looking out! I buy/sell (side hobby). So, I don't end up putting tons of miles/servicing the majority.
Just picked up a 14 Victory Hammer 8ball as my first ever bike.. excited to learn with it after reading the comments and seeing this video. Coming from the drag scene a nice cruiser will be awesome.
people who are worried about parts must ride Harley. Victory's don't break. If you would need parts, there is aftermarket, and if that does not work, there are plenty of wrecked bikes out there being parted out. No reason not to buy a Victory..... they are like a Honda, they just run and run and run.
I love my kingpin in 2023, believe or not each time i ride i always have someone say, beautiful bike. I never had so many compliments on my harley, that had rims etc etc. Well worth to get a victory. 05 with only 20k miles..
I bought one last summer 2007 Victory Vega Jackpot for 3200 . Of course it was the end of summer here in Alaska he had it up all summer for 6000 but it kept Dropping in price by the time winter was about to hit it was up for 3600 he took 3200 and pleased with the bike and having some good fun so far this summer. Might sell it as I always sell everything lol
As an owner of a 2013 Victory Cross Country with 62.5k problem free miles on it. Seriously, I just completed a 2100 mile twisty road tour of W. Va, with my wife & luggage aboard and I'm still on the, rock solid, original clutch.... Its an amazing machine that can corner way better than a bike its size should and with a basic stage 2 up-grade pulls like train. But as much as it "PaiNs" me I would not buy another Victory. Not having a true dealer network and 10 year parts supply law or not, getting factory parts is already iffy business, the aftermarket is drying up as well. Plus there is a major lack of support form Polaris for Victory owners, Pappa P. just wants Victorys to disappear.... On the other hand, I'm on my Vic until the wheels fall off. Its one of my favorite, most capable motorcycles( I've been through many). So I'm looking forward to more years and adventures with it
Obviously I'm with victory. Although I understand why they dropped the VICTORY line I still think it was Polaris own doing that put them in the spot they where in when they decided to drop it. The sales on the Indian lines are not where they forecasted they would be. I just think there is something about having your Own brand. Victories are great bikes and would not trade mine for anything...well might be able to give up my highball for maybe a hardball but I think I would buy the hardball and keep both balls.
Victory made the hands down best looking stock bikes I've ever seen and it's a complete shame they are gone. Sad. I'm want to take a carbureted harley engine and put it in a victory if possible but don't know enough to know if thats even possible. Hopefully one day I can find out
I love the 8-Ball. Always loved Victory bikes. I had a Raider, and LOVED that bike. I stiiiilll miss it. Mine was a lemon, the very rare Yamaha lemon. Kept leaking oil at the pushrods, and after several long trips to dealers (none really close to me), none could fix this bike. I traded it after the last long ride to a dealer, and not getting it fixed. Such a shame, and now Yamaha only makes, what, one cruiser? I've had many bikes, cruisers, sports, nakeds...and now have a "small" for me cruiser, the 2013 VT1300 Honda Sabre. It's a good bike, I actually like it.
Just bought victory biker yesterday! It is bigger bike than most of others. All handley davidon will not able caught me lol. It owner by other had that bike for 9 years. Never had once any problems with it. Victory bike is best shapes than most others. And it has 1735 or 1785 cc on it. It big bike. Love it! It year 2010 had only 21k on it. Bought it for only 7k. Cheapest i ever bought. It best bike you can buy!
Yeah, they were great bikes. I think indian took priority over victory so they cut em. The spanish greeting is my way of paying homage to my wannabe Latin roots. I lived in Argentina for a bit and enjoy the culture, people, and language.
I currently own a 2015 Vegas 8 ball. Let me start by saying this is one fantastic bike.Being a mechanical engineer,I researched the mechanicals of 106 cu.in.victory motor vs.,at that time, A 103 Harley motor. Harleys design is antiquated ,complicated , and a nightmare to service . My 8 ball 106 is bullet proof AND was 6 to 8 THOUSAND LESS NEW . I have not regretted that purchase. I get compliments ,even from Harley owners at bike night. If anyone is on the fence of buying one take it from me,BUY IT!
I have a 2006 king pin. Love love the bike. I have never had to do anything to it and have had it 5 years. I see all parts online and feel confident I can get anything I need. Love Vics
Beautiful bike! I just saw one at my local supermarket and assumed it was more expensive than you showed here. Just bought a Yamaha Warrior and Kawasaki Vulcan. If I find a good deal on one of these Victories I'm definitely jumping on it!
Don't understand if a company knows that there product is still in use why they discontinued parts and service then they should buy back there product to people who still have them
Maybe the Victory name will be purchased some day, also, it might be that the bikes will become status and (expensive, delayed) parts will be available.
@@JonsMotoGarage There are custom Broughs built in I think New Zealand that are something to see, I wonder if with the passage of time no one can sue for a name because the defense could say AWC'MAWWN you're shoppin' and the New Zealand sheep farmers would look at each other in the jury box and wink
Hey Jon I once bought a 2013 Victory judge after 7 years of owning my 06 superglide. I bought the Victory Judge as a second bike for something different. It was a toss up between the judge and an F6 b that had just been released. In hindsight I wish I bought the Honda as I grew to really hate the Victory. My main gripe was theJudge was so uncomfortable and the handling was really bad. The engine would also get so hot at traffic lights my legs felt like they were on fire. I know it’s air cooled but my Harley’s have never felt that bad. To be fair there may have been a model better suited for me but I will never know now as in Australia they can’t give them away since they stopped making them. I always enjoy your channel so keep up the great work 🤙
Thanks for sharing! Yeah, the judge seems like it would be in line with the breakout - looks cool, but not super functional/comfortable. Fun on short rides. The f6b on the other hand! Now that's the best of all worlds! Hahaha!
Victory's are nice solid quality made bikes and no reason for people to panic on parts, I still get OEM parts for my Buell XB12r. I think dropping Victory was a mistake and I also liked the Victory's better than the Polindians, frickin tassels hanging off a powder blue retro nightmare...i just threw up in my mouth a little bit. Stay cool home slizzle
"Don't buy a victory" sounds like something a scared harley rider would say. Victory v92 factory stock motor has more power than the harley screaming chicken package. Meanwhile harley still uses technology from like 100 years ago that no other company uses anymore.
They should gear back up victory and compete with the Indian.It is a win-win situation with both because, as one declines the others gonna climb best bike.I have ever owned in my entire life and I am going to take it to the Grave
The only thing that I can spot that I don't like is the placement of the speedometer. There to far forward and low. I would want to try to relocate that speedometer
Hahaha! Yeah, I've always been a fan of the black bikes. My current collection has a bit more color to it though. Lol. Red cbr, white fz07, gold/white drz, and of course two black dynas to top it off. Hahaha.
Had exactly that model. Bought it new from Arlen Ness. Great bike, shipped it to Australia and used it here for a couple of years. But it wasn't a Harley so eventually sold it.
Australia. The evidence proves the Dunblane School massacre in AUS was faked by the ASIS and other usual suspects - mileswmathis.com/dunblane.pdf mileswmathis.com/unabomber.pdf
Unless I see the bike and have an issue with it, I'm picking up a 2014 Bolt R spec with just under 30 000 km for 3400 Canadian. Going to pick it up in two weeks, buddy wanted 4000 OBO. Wish me luck. The real downside is its a 4-hour drive.
I never owned any bikes yet unfortunately but I do have my eyes on a Victory even over a Harley but then again what do I know . I know one thing and that is they look sick and seem to ride like something I would love to ride !
Cool shirt! Hey, you're coming up on 10,000 subs!!! 🤘 And just out of curiosity, what time of year do you think it's better to buy vs sell? We'll see you on the next one...👨👩👧❤
Thanks! So close to 10k! Spring time seems to be best for selling while winter time is great for snatching up good deals. But here in az the deals can be found year round, which is super nice!
@@tjsam6416 that bike you're getting they made so much improvements to the transmission they also added a neutral which makes it easier when you're at a light the only problems victory's used to have was a lot of noise in the transmission and no neutral sounds like a great deal... I believe they made two models and I think the s model is the most popular...Good luck....!!
We bought an 04’ Victory Vegas and I’m feeling we should’ve went with a Harley because like you said part are still available, but getting harder to get, we paid 3900 and have put almost a 1100 into it!! Think I’m gonna sell and get a Harley
You bring up a good point. I dont know if there were many (or any) major changes from the older models to the newer ones. Personally, I try to get my used bikes no older than 9-10 years. But I dont know if that would make a big difference or not. Its always a drag having to dump money into a bike right away.
Thanks, brotha! I think this one had around 5k but not certain. It was a while back. For bikes I plan to sell, I try and get em with under 15k. But it really comes down to how well the bike has been taken care of. I'll pass on bikes that have been clearly neglected, even with low mileage.
What are your thoughts on the now discontinued Victory Motorcycles? Would you buy one still, or stay away? Leave a comment below!
No fear in Victory's at all. Polaris is the parent company and they made Victory's for for 18 years so I don't think you will have any parts issues for a long time. Any chance I can pay too much for one of those "dope" t shirts ?
@@scottheath7405 Right!? I figure we should be good for a while. I'm in the process of getting some dope merch. Hahaha. These are one off shirts my wife made me for christmas. But stay tuned for some overpriced merch hahahaha!
i've never seen one broke down on the side of the road, great bikes. They have videos on how the internals of the engines are made and put together, more solid than HD, which pains me to say but it's true
@KIRBOSKI old footage from Nov of last year. Yup, the fatbob was still in the garage. I didnt realize what I had until it was gone. Hahaha!
Jon's Moto Garage I have the ‘09. Pretty much stock (except an overdrive pulley). I really love it when I can get a chance to ride it. It still gets a lot of stares (as I live a mile from a HD place). I think the Vics are the kind of bike you can keep and own until its day is through.
Just bought a 2010 Vegas 8-Ball with 3k miles for 4k. Test ride was the first time I ever got on a victory and fell in love! It's a great bike!
Dang! That's a good deal! Congrats on the new ride! Enjoy!
@@jasonbosworth8549 Solid as this bike is, I'm not worried about it for a while. By the time I need a part, I'm sure the second hand market will be thriving.
I'm going to try and buy a cheap victory i always wanted one for 4k definitely worth it
I think Polaris should have kept both companies instead of choosing between the two
I liked the chopper style of the Vegas and like the style of the octane over the scout... totally agree the should have kept both.
Motorcycles are a very niche product, especially in today's market, Polaris would be competing against themselves and lose money. They were smart to move to the Indian name. They sold more bikes in their, I think first year than they did the entire 8 years they had Victory. Doesn't mean they can't make chopper looking bikes coming later.
@@user-qr7ee2cp4y They could not keep both. Harley gets government support for keeping the heritage brand alive. Polaris wanted the same thing with INDIAN but was told that even though Indian qualifies for the same treatment as HD, they would not give Polaris money so they could pour it into Victory's development, and since there was no way to convince them otherwise, Victory had to be killed in favor of Indian taking it's place. It's all about money. I've heard it from a Victory dealer who was selling me some parts at reduced prices afterwards... Sad.
Victory lost money in its final 3 years...why keep it??
We all feel the same.
I will always ride a Victory. No other bike I’ve owned has compared. Victory closed its doors two and a half years ago and the community is still going strong. I love my Vegas.
Heck yeah! Such rad bikes!
Krystal what other bikes have you owned? I am really interested. Thanks.
Man, I’am sitting here in my basement on another Snowy Snowstorm( February 7th 2021) and all I want to do is take my Victory 8 ball for a spin!! Do buy a VICTORY MOTORCYCLE!! They are AWESOME BIKES! I will probably get 200K before I rebuild the engine! Don’t let anyone persuade you not to buy a VICTORY!!
I've got to add this shameless plug to you Jon. The internet is full of gloom and doom and I spool up your videos primarily for the content and I've been on motorcycles for literally 50 years (Old Codger)But also for the upbeat vibe. You're just a happy guy raising your family,riding and selling some cool bikes and spreading positive energy.You're a breath of fresh air !! Keep it up,my friend and Thank you.
Thanks, man! That means a lot! 🙏🤘
You don't NEED Victory parts! 50K miles on my '08 Kingpin, replaced the clutch cable once, nothing else but battery and tires.
still good?
@@mathias4060 Yup, just gas.
Exactly... good ole oil change and gas. They're solid bikes!
You can't deny the quality and reliability of Victories. I have an 2017 Octane and plan on getting a Cross Country.
I have a 2017 Indian Scout, Polaris 💯 solid bikes...
Rad bikes for sure! And they always seemed to get excellent reviews!
3 Dee love my octane
Victory bikes are like Timex watches, VERY reliable, easy to work on. Lots of guys have 80,000 -100,000 miles on them. I have 69,448 miles on my 201$ Cross Country tour and it's been VERY reliable.
@@amphibdriver1 I've got 129000 miles on my 2011 Kingpin. Finally replacing the clutch this weekend.
Love my Victory. Got mine in VERY rough neglect condition and restored the entire bike. Despite all the neglect the engine is just fine and hasn't cost me a dime.
I have a vegas and I live in fear that mine's gonna break down
Victory is always going to be value for money. Parts are always going to be there (by law for 10yrs). The Victory club is always going to be there. If history is any lesson a previously loved Victory is always going to be more dependable than a new Harley. I'm always going to own and ride one. I know where there are some nice shinny new ones so my next new bike will be a Victory, as well. Nothing, but nothing sounds like a Victory. I ride mine just to listen to it, it's just that sweet.
Polaris has said they will make them longer than 10 years. Theres always going to be parts.
Wouldnt the patts be available from aftermarket dealers?
@yhootoob That day is now. Indian...the American motorcycle. Harley...Chinese and other Asian parts, assembled, not manufactured in America.
@yhootoob " When/if we open the Victory factory at/before Q3/2028," Is there anything in the literature that confirms that?
2011 Victory Vegas (candy apple red), my very first bike, purchased this year and I love it! Just purchased the Highball handle bars, black mirrors and black light as I swap from chrome to all black, will be swapping out the pipes this winter. Already installed a Mustang seat and 4" forward control extension as I'm 6'4" tall. Seven years to go so I'm not concerned about parts availability however maybe Polaris will sell the rights on or reintroduce Victory in limited format under the Indian name? Who knows? Victory has been a fantastic bike to ride for someone my size as a new rider. My Polaris dealer has also been very supportive in helping out a newbie, as I don't swing a wrench for fun. Victory forever, happy riding everyone! Enjoy the channel, keep up the good work!
Sounds like a rad ride! Thanks for sharing! And much thanks for the support! Rife safe!
I have a 2012 Victory Hammer 8Ball. It's a beast. put on groundpounders and Lloyd's torque tubes along with upgrade. Love it with the new seat, too. Can ride 250 miles at a clip.
Got myself a 1999 victory with only 7400 miles on it!!! Love it so much it’s my first bike
I had several different bikes including VTX 1800, HD Vrod, Yamaha V star etc... When I bought my first Victory I was super happy. They are the best bikes, powerful, and incredibly smooth. I had victoy Jackpot and Victory Hammer S. No issues with either of them for 7 years, except only one broken clutch line. That can happen. I'm watching this video because I'm buying 2013 Hammer 8 ball next week. I'm excited again.
I don't understand why people would say not to buy one, I'd say quite the opposite! Buy one if you can find one. Polaris still makes all parts available and promised another decade of direct production of parts. Then will outsource the parts to other companies.
Have a 2013 victory highball myself and say the exact same thing. Get one while you can. The bikes will eventually be extremely hard to find yes but parts I don't think will ever be an issue. I don't think the bikes will appreciate in value rather the appreciation for one will become greater as years go on. Witch doctor has tons of stuff ready to go and just ordered a couple things from a shop in Iowa that was cheaper than witch doctor.
How does the vtx1800 compare to the hammer
I wish I would've kept my 8 ball. I traded it for a HD street glide special. The 8 ball is much smoother, faster n it don't blow out all that heat to burn your thigh!
One of the best looking cruisers ever made
Thinking of getting a 2013 8 ball, they're asking 8495 and has 28,664 miles. I haven't rode it yet, but I like your take on Victory bikes. I'm an HD guy, just because of being around them all my life. My father rode Triumphs to be different than most riding HD's. I really like the look and your video was helpful, giving me a ride along. Thanks bubby, keep it up.
I have a 2009 Kingpin, I know not this bike but, mine and my friends Victory bikes are phenomenal! No problems, wear and tear parts and just Maintenance and a clutch Cable
so far. 31K miles and will never trade it. Love Harley as well, a great USA company but Victory was a league above.
Love love my Victory... own more than a few bad‐ass bikes and love my Victory! Would definitely buy again. SOLID bikes.. Very fun quick fast bike. I have 2 relatives that also bought Victory. Mine is a Victor Judge and they have a Victory Gunner and a Victory Vegas Jackpot. The Vegas Jackpot is the slower of the three but still very much a fast quick fun great looking bike. None of us thankfully have ever needed parts to fix any problems / issues with our Victory's. Victory built its bikes strong / solid! All parts that we have ordered/purchased were to do custom work on our bikes. It's always been very easy to get Victory parts from Victory as well as the dealership. Victory did promise their Victory owners / buyers that we will be able to get All Victory parts from Victory without any problem through 2027 if not beyond that date but for sure through 2027. So far we're seeing that promise being kept. I'm hoping everyone else is also.
I have a 2017 8 ball and I love it. I get a lot of compliments while I'm out on it. It's my first ( sport )cruiser. I went from a CBR1000 to the 8 ball with no regrets. I did a lot of research and comparing while trying to select my next bike. As for parts go it's a Polaris. you always have parts available. There's a Indian dealership not far from my house. Though I have yet to any problems. Very sporty and lots of power.
I just bought a 2016 gunner. Absolutely love it.
Don't like the cheap 'click bait' but love the vid's Jon. Your Vid Title should be: 'Buy low now, sale high later'. When market panic ends prices will go up because they have a following and as you pointed out; parts are available ten years for both after market and OEM. Just bought my 2015 Victory Vegas 8 ball yesterday off auction dirt cheap. Had a Triumph Trident, I called it "my every other weekend bike" because i would take it out one weekend, and fix it the next. So far I love this bike. Not too loud, solid and balanced footing, reliable engine and electronics, fun and easy cruiser with cheap upgrades available straight out of the box. Definitely beats the Harley that left me too broke for upgrades. Felt like I was just feeding my ego and paying for a name with little pay off.
Victory forever! Makes awesome power with a few goodies added, will cruise at 100 mph all day. Very comfortable.
The vegas 8 ball was the base entry level bike for victory. A lot of bang for the buck.
This reminds me of something a buddy of mine told me about fifteen years ago: He had a Yamaha V-Star which he had ridden for about a year, then he bought a Hayabusa which he loved. About another year later he had to do some plumbing repair on a commercial building he owned, and he didn't want to borrow money from a bank, so he decided he'd sell one of the bikes to pay for some of the parts (he did the labor himself). He said he wanted to ride then both to decide which one of them he wanted to keep, and which one he wanted to sell. He said he got up one morning and took the Hayabusa for about a twenty mile ride, then he took the V-Star for a ride. He said he got about four blocks down the street and he pulled over to see if the tires were flat (which they weren't). Needless to say, he sold the V-Star.
I bought a gunner last year and I love it. It's my 1st cruiser coming from a fz8 before that. I mean they said they will make parts for the next 10 years if you're worried about that
Heck yeah!
No doubt, I would buy one as a second bike but ride in moderation as a weekend chill, leave me alone, ride up the smokie mountains and self reflect. Make drone videos with soft urban music in the background.
Hahaha! The drone vids with soft urban music would be great!
Ive got a 16 cross country and I'm not getting rid of it. I can't find anything that is as unique, comfortable , or powerful all at the same time. I'm not going to be another sheep in the heard.
I Love my Victorys, I've got 8 of them now. I believe they will be collectors items in the future (probably long after I'm dead. But my kids will cash in, LOL!)
I could get a 08 Jackpot Ness for 4k from a friend. Fun strong bike. I'm thinking it's a good deal.
Right now is a good time to buy a Victory..plenty of support.
- Conquest Customs
- The Vic shop
- LLoydz motorworkz
- Kevin Cross - Southern motorworx
-Witch doctors
- Victory Only
- Taylor Specialities
- Kilians Kreations
And plenty of others..if you can change oil and lube the clutch lever and the end on the case.
Good looking out! Thanks for all the info!
I've used Victory only, no issues at all. About to order a throttle lock off of the website also!
@@Oddball_KellysHeroes with them always make sure it's in stock either call or send an email. That's the only one I've heard of issues about items being on back order
I'm a big fan of Conquest Customs main reason being I bought one of their AMS bikes. But the owner Scott Kietzman is the master of steel frames. He offers alot that's not on his site also
Zac Little - Scott is the man when it comes to Victory!
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you, Your a good man Charlie Jon Brown. Hard to find people like that any more.
Hahaha! Great rule of thumb! Thanks, brotha!
Best us motorcycles ever made are Victory Magnum and Vision Tour
No doubt
I purchased this bike from you, Jon. Subscribed to your channel after I bought it. Super happy with the bike, and definitely do not regret getting a Vic. Power is great, bike looks amazing, even my Harley buddies love the personality of the bike. I got the bike for a fair price, plus you made some much deserved cash! Keep on making these great vids!
Sup, man! Awesome to hear from you and glad the vic is running strong! Hit me up if you're ever down in the valley! Would be awesome to do a follow up or see you shred some wheelies! Hahaha!
@@JonsMotoGarage sounds great, I still have your number so will do! Take care, thanks again!
Hell yes but a Victory! They are awesome bikes. They look cool and are really solid bikes. I do not understand why Polaris decided to stop making Victory Motorcycles.
Yeah, it's a drag they didnt keep em rollin. Thanks for watching and commenting!
They stopped because they were wanting to compete directly with HD and the victory's were just not catching on like they thought. Unfortunately so because I love the Vic's too. The octane is their best bike in my opinion. 104 hp stock! That's incredible
@@JIMBOBALOU agreed, the octane is a beast of a bike my dad had one, I used to ride it almost everyday before I bought my '15 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec.
Simple answer, they bought the Indian name.
Now that's a garage!! Like I've said many times! Jon is one of the hardest working guys on CZcams!!
🤘😎Thanks, brotha! Sometimes the lines blur between work and play. Hahaha!
@M E I am psychic.. ?? It is a very complicated formula that I use.
I have a 2006 Victory Jackpot Arlen Ness Edition still looks new and properly maintained and clean . Victory are well made bikes. Like anything else if you take good care it will last long time. Safe Riding #Everyone
Anyone who says you can't get parts for a Victory dosen't know what their talking about. Witch Doctors, Ebay, Amazon, The Vic Shop. I road a couple different Harleys over the years and they always needed something, had to carry extra oil with me, shitty brakes, crappy suspension and don't handle that well. You buy a Harley your paying for a Name. I road a Victory Hammer 100ci in 2006 while in-between deployments and I fell in love. Tons of power dual disc brakes in the front with Brembo Calipers all around, stainless steel braided brake lines, big ol 250 rear tire, handled awesome. I bought it then and there and at the time the 100ci was the biggest engine available from any company at the time. Still have it has aftermarket triple tree's raked 20degrees over stock, RMD Angry pipes, Loydz fuel commander 3rd Gen, K&N air filter, dynoed and tuned and smokes every Harley even my buddies Vrod which is only 1300cc has a 180 rear tire, mine is 1638ccs. Every Victory looks like a custom bike. They have better styling, better handling, better brakes, better engines, more comfortable, both Arlen and Corey Ness made their own editions on some models. The newer bike have the 106ci 1737cc engine. My 02 Yamaha YZF-R1 1000cc with a power commander 3, K&N air filter, Voodoo header and GP Shorty exhaust which is insanely fast she tops out at like 195mph. If I was to race my Hammer against the R1, I think the Hammer would do alright off the line but the R1 would get it in the end. Polaras never should've pushed the Indian line as hard as they did, they focused more on getting Indian back in the game than keeping Victory in the game a bike that could definitely compete with Harley Davidson, a bike that so many people loved a lot of guys switched from Harley to Victory. No ones switching from Harley to Indian.
when i click on a video and see a dude with a garage full of bikes, then the intro has a bunch of dangerous shit, including 12 o'clock wheelies, im like shit ya ill subscribe!
Hahaha! Thanks, bro! 🤘😎
I have a 2014 High Ball and a 2015 Scout , both great bikes and fun to ride . But the HB is an absolutely special bike and will keep it forever. It's a damn shame they don't make them anymore!
For sure! The high ball, IMO, was an awesome design and build. Unique, comfortable, and a blast to ride!
I just saw one yesterday for the first time. I’m not ready to buy anything yet, but I’m ALWAYS looking. I like whatever catches my eye. Yet, I try to find out the history of whatever bike catches my eye. I’m new to the motorcycle world right now. Just got my license over a month ago. I did a test ride on a 2021 Indain Challenger which is definitely my dream bike. That last bike you just showed, I think I just saw one like that next door to my Church. They were asking $6,500 or something like that 🤔. They’re definitely nice looking bikes.
Love Victory’s. I would purchase one for sure. Also, dude. When is the merch dropping?!
Dude! I need to get the merch rollin! Lol. Just working on a legit logo and all. Probably a month or so still...
The garage head is empty,put more bycycles up there ,just for the trouble of shifting bikes to get the furthest one out,I would sell some,but you are young,go ahead and enjoy your stock.
Come 45-50,you won't be that eager to shift bikes .I am already thinking of cutting down to one bike .
How do you manage servicing all your bikes?
For sure! I need to rearrange the bicycles to free up some space. Good looking out! I buy/sell (side hobby). So, I don't end up putting tons of miles/servicing the majority.
Just picked up a 14 Victory Hammer 8ball as my first ever bike.. excited to learn with it after reading the comments and seeing this video. Coming from the drag scene a nice cruiser will be awesome.
Good job shifting early. Really made the impression.
I always loved the look of the Victory bikes... the only thing I'd be worried about, is the ability of getting parts... I wish they'd get revived.
For sure! It would be cool to see victory again!
Parts are not a problem parts will be around for years and years and years to come
people who are worried about parts must ride Harley. Victory's don't break. If you would need parts, there is aftermarket, and if that does not work, there are plenty of wrecked bikes out there being parted out. No reason not to buy a Victory..... they are like a Honda, they just run and run and run.
I love my kingpin in 2023, believe or not each time i ride i always have someone say, beautiful bike. I never had so many compliments on my harley, that had rims etc etc. Well worth to get a victory. 05 with only 20k miles..
I bought one last summer 2007 Victory Vega Jackpot for 3200 . Of course it was the end of summer here in Alaska he had it up all summer for 6000 but it kept Dropping in price by the time winter was about to hit it was up for 3600 he took 3200 and pleased with the bike and having some good fun so far this summer. Might sell it as I always sell everything lol
Can you share the brand on that bag?
As an owner of a 2013 Victory Cross Country with 62.5k problem free miles on it. Seriously, I just completed a 2100 mile twisty road tour of W. Va, with my wife & luggage aboard and I'm still on the, rock solid, original clutch.... Its an amazing machine that can corner way better than a bike its size should and with a basic stage 2 up-grade pulls like train. But as much as it "PaiNs" me I would not buy another Victory. Not having a true dealer network and 10 year parts supply law or not, getting factory parts is already iffy business, the aftermarket is drying up as well. Plus there is a major lack of support form Polaris for Victory owners, Pappa P. just wants Victorys to disappear.... On the other hand, I'm on my Vic until the wheels fall off. Its one of my favorite, most capable motorcycles( I've been through many). So I'm looking forward to more years and adventures with it
Nice! Thanks for sharing! I love hearing about the longevity of these machines from those who have actually put em through the paces!
Polaris said they would not discontinue parts even after 10 years. If they do I wont be buying a Indian.
I own a 13 Vegas and a 17 Magnum X1. Will be adding more to the stable. Fast reliable and a bullet proof engine. What more do you need
Magnum x1? I'll have to d some research on that one. Sounds like a monster bike!
Obviously I'm with victory. Although I understand why they dropped the VICTORY line I still think it was Polaris own doing that put them in the spot they where in when they decided to drop it. The sales on the Indian lines are not where they forecasted they would be. I just think there is something about having your
Own brand. Victories are great bikes and would not trade mine for anything...well might be able to give up my highball for maybe a hardball but I think I would buy the hardball and keep both balls.
I fell in love with Victory when I saw the Highball. Shamelessly just ordered the Highball handle bars for my Vegas!
@@Oddball_KellysHeroes ..cool beans brother. All of the 08+ steel frames are sort of the same kinda..lol. Vegas is a real nice bike.
Hahaha! Thanks for the laughs, brotha!
You for sure need two balls
I picked up a 2013 Vegas 8 Ball for 4500$ with 5K miles on it. Got a few things to fix on it, but shouldnt cost more the $250 to get it right.
Heck yeah! Smoking deal!
Right now I’m on a street glide. I really want the highball though. I’ve always liked Victory.
Nice! That'll be a nice collection! The street glide and high ball! Perfect!
Victory made the hands down best looking stock bikes I've ever seen and it's a complete shame they are gone. Sad. I'm want to take a carbureted harley engine and put it in a victory if possible but don't know enough to know if thats even possible. Hopefully one day I can find out
I love the 8-Ball. Always loved Victory bikes. I had a Raider, and LOVED that bike. I stiiiilll miss it. Mine was a lemon, the very rare Yamaha lemon. Kept leaking oil at the pushrods, and after several long trips to dealers (none really close to me), none could fix this bike. I traded it after the last long ride to a dealer, and not getting it fixed. Such a shame, and now Yamaha only makes, what, one cruiser? I've had many bikes, cruisers, sports, nakeds...and now have a "small" for me cruiser, the 2013 VT1300 Honda Sabre. It's a good bike, I actually like it.
Just bought victory biker yesterday! It is bigger bike than most of others. All handley davidon will not able caught me lol. It owner by other had that bike for 9 years. Never had once any problems with it. Victory bike is best shapes than most others. And it has 1735 or 1785 cc on it. It big bike. Love it!
It year 2010 had only 21k on it. Bought it for only 7k. Cheapest i ever bought. It best bike you can buy!
Victories seemed like good bikes. It’s a shame they went out of business. So curious why you do greetings and farewells in Spanish?
Yeah, they were great bikes. I think indian took priority over victory so they cut em. The spanish greeting is my way of paying homage to my wannabe Latin roots. I lived in Argentina for a bit and enjoy the culture, people, and language.
The best motovlogger period
I'm flattered! Thanks for the support!
I currently own a 2015 Vegas 8 ball. Let me start by saying this is one fantastic bike.Being a mechanical engineer,I researched the mechanicals of 106 cu.in.victory motor vs.,at that time, A 103 Harley motor. Harleys design is antiquated ,complicated , and a nightmare to service . My 8 ball 106 is bullet proof AND was 6 to 8 THOUSAND LESS NEW . I have not regretted that purchase. I get compliments ,even from Harley owners at bike night. If anyone is on the fence of buying one take it from me,BUY IT!
Nice! Thanks for the info!
I have a 2006 king pin. Love love the bike. I have never had to do anything to it and have had it 5 years. I see all parts online and feel confident I can get anything I need. Love Vics
Beautiful bike! I just saw one at my local supermarket and assumed it was more expensive than you showed here. Just bought a Yamaha Warrior and Kawasaki Vulcan. If I find a good deal on one of these Victories I'm definitely jumping on it!
Heck yeah! The victory will be a great addition to the warrior and vulcan!
I love my victory v92sc but will like get 106 Vegas or hammer
I also ride a v92sc I love it
Don't understand if a company knows that there product is still in use why they discontinued parts and service then they should buy back there product to people who still have them
I don't understand the "don't buy" in the title... nothing in the video really said not to buy one and the review seemed positive
Maybe the Victory name will be purchased some day, also, it might be that the bikes will become status and (expensive, delayed) parts will be available.
Can you imagine if harley purchased the name and ran em against Indiana!??! Hahaha...not in this world, but that'd be a fun one.
@@JonsMotoGarage There are custom Broughs built in I think New Zealand that are something to see, I wonder if with the passage of time no one can sue for a name because the defense could say AWC'MAWWN you're shoppin' and the New Zealand sheep farmers would look at each other in the jury box and wink
Hell Yeah buy one.. awesome bike unfurturnitly I laid mine down but time to shop for a new one! ✌🏽 from 🇦🇺
Victory had some great ideas - sad to learn they are no longer being made
Hey Jon I once bought a 2013 Victory judge after 7 years of owning my 06 superglide. I bought the Victory Judge as a second bike for something different. It was a toss up between the judge and an F6 b that had just been released. In hindsight I wish I bought the Honda as I grew to really hate the Victory. My main gripe was theJudge was so uncomfortable and the handling was really bad. The engine would also get so hot at traffic lights my legs felt like they were on fire. I know it’s air cooled but my Harley’s have never felt that bad. To be fair there may have been a model better suited for me but I will never know now as in Australia they can’t give them away since they stopped making them. I always enjoy your channel so keep up the great work 🤙
Thanks for sharing! Yeah, the judge seems like it would be in line with the breakout - looks cool, but not super functional/comfortable. Fun on short rides. The f6b on the other hand! Now that's the best of all worlds! Hahaha!
Victory's are nice solid quality made bikes and no reason for people to panic on parts, I still get OEM parts for my Buell XB12r. I think dropping Victory was a mistake and I also liked the Victory's better than the Polindians, frickin tassels hanging off a powder blue retro nightmare...i just threw up in my mouth a little bit. Stay cool home slizzle
Yeah but of course the Indian name was easy to market
Hahaha! I feel like victory was just getting traction when they cut em.
@@JonsMotoGarage yeah I didn't the octane just come out and they had some pretty interesting bikes kind of a shame
@@JonsMotoGarage exactly!
Big fan of Victory, I really wish they didn’t get canned. Only gripe about them is how messy the wiring looks around the handle bars
Yeah, great bikes imo! Bring back victory! Hahaha!
@@JonsMotoGarage Aftermarket barrs fixes that.....
"Don't buy a victory" sounds like something a scared harley rider would say. Victory v92 factory stock motor has more power than the harley screaming chicken package. Meanwhile harley still uses technology from like 100 years ago that no other company uses anymore.
I just bought my Vegas a week ago… 3700 miles for 7k
Will see how the Indian line improves since they stopped putting money into the Victory line.
For sure! I still need to get an indian for the garage.
@@JonsMotoGarage Scout
They should gear back up victory and compete with the Indian.It is a win-win situation with both because, as one declines the others gonna climb best bike.I have ever owned in my entire life and I am going to take it to the Grave
I own a 2006 Hammer with 10k miles. The bike is in excellent shape. Only done typical oil and services on it.
just bought a highball im so happy with it. runs like a fucking champ
Heck yeah! Super fun bikes!
The only thing that I can spot that I don't like is the placement of the speedometer. There to far forward and low. I would want to try to relocate that speedometer
Man that bike sounds good.
That’s a clean Victory , Jon you have a lot of black bikes in your collection
Hahaha! Yeah, I've always been a fan of the black bikes. My current collection has a bit more color to it though. Lol. Red cbr, white fz07, gold/white drz, and of course two black dynas to top it off. Hahaha.
I just seen your video. I just bought a 2013 Victory High Ball from a friend.
Had exactly that model. Bought it new from Arlen Ness. Great bike, shipped it to Australia and used it here for a couple of years. But it wasn't a Harley so eventually sold it.
Dang! That's awesome it made it all the way to Australia!
Australia. The evidence proves the Dunblane School massacre in AUS was faked by the ASIS and other usual suspects -
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Unless I see the bike and have an issue with it, I'm picking up a 2014 Bolt R spec with just under 30 000 km for 3400 Canadian. Going to pick it up in two weeks, buddy wanted 4000 OBO. Wish me luck. The real downside is its a 4-hour drive.
Victory Motorcycle's are one of the finest bikes ever made. 💯
Glad to see Im not the only one dragging a kickstand
I never owned any bikes yet unfortunately but I do have my eyes on a Victory even over a Harley but then again what do I know . I know one thing and that is they look sick and seem to ride like something I would love to ride !
Cool shirt! Hey, you're coming up on 10,000 subs!!! 🤘 And just out of curiosity, what time of year do you think it's better to buy vs sell? We'll see you on the next one...👨👩👧❤
Thanks! So close to 10k! Spring time seems to be best for selling while winter time is great for snatching up good deals. But here in az the deals can be found year round, which is super nice!
I've had a bunch of Victory motorcycles and loved em all. Vegas 8 ball was the bike that started my love affair with Vic's, super bad ass bikes
I have a chance to trade into a victory Vegas with 28k miles on her. You think that's too high I got $2200 in the trade. Would be my first bike ever.
@@gawgum what's the trade in? What's the total cost of the Vegas?
And what year is the Vegas?
EVERY TIME I GET ON MY VICTORY CROSS COUNTRY I THINK WHAT A FINE MOTORCYCLE IT IS
I found 2012 victory hammer at 12000 miles, one of the fork seal start to leak. However, the owner want $4500 for it. What do u think John ?
That sounds pretty reasonable. If you can get it for $4k, even better. Lol. Fork seals will probably be $300 or so.
Thank you very much John!!! End up getting it. Will try to replace the fork seal myself.
@@tjsam6416 that bike you're getting they made so much improvements to the transmission they also added a neutral which makes it easier when you're at a light the only problems victory's used to have was a lot of noise in the transmission and no neutral sounds like a great deal... I believe they made two models and I think the s model is the most popular...Good luck....!!
Victory was pure quality, better than Honda.
That bike is beautiful wow, I love it.
Buy all the victories. With enough demand the aftermarket WILL fill the supply! Except the vision that thing is funky lol.
Hahaha! The vision is a sight to behold! (Pun intended. 🤣🤣)
@@JonsMotoGarage Punny!
@@chevysupreme hahaha!
👍up on the reviews keep them coming.
For sure! I've been so busy lately with summer schedule but once vacations end, I'll get back to the basics! Hahaha!
Victory made the best looking and riding American made cruisers
The Sky is the Limit for You ...My Friend !!
🙏As long as I cam take two wheels into the sky! Hahaha! Thanks, man!
Personally i like victory bikes 💯
Heck yeah! Rad rides for sure!
We bought an 04’ Victory Vegas and I’m feeling we should’ve went with a Harley because like you said part are still available, but getting harder to get, we paid 3900 and have put almost a 1100 into it!! Think I’m gonna sell and get a Harley
You bring up a good point. I dont know if there were many (or any) major changes from the older models to the newer ones. Personally, I try to get my used bikes no older than 9-10 years. But I dont know if that would make a big difference or not. Its always a drag having to dump money into a bike right away.
Jon's Moto Garage yes sir
Great video Jon! How many miles was on this bike? How many miles on the Victorys you buy?
Thanks, brotha! I think this one had around 5k but not certain. It was a while back. For bikes I plan to sell, I try and get em with under 15k. But it really comes down to how well the bike has been taken care of. I'll pass on bikes that have been clearly neglected, even with low mileage.
Thanks for the quick reply!
You selling those T-shirts? you should be if you are not. Lemme know.
Planning on buying a Victory Hammer but hesitating on the parts. When engine gets fucked up, where should I go to get parts?