Took that Ryde

[den1953]

I went over to American Powersports for the monthly VMC (Victory Motorcycle Club) meeting early with the intention of getting a demo ride on a 2014 RT model with the 1330 motor. I got to do so. The motor was very smooth & quiet with more than enough get-up & go. It only took a few moments to learn to relax my grip and just motor along. The seat was very comfy although this was just a short 15 minute ride. I can see there the Baja Ron anti-sway bar would be beneficial as there was some body roll on sharp turns, not bad though. I remembered you guys saying to just stay on the throttle and let the SE6 do the shifting instead of rolling the throttle as on my bike and it shifted very smoothly. I never got over 60 mph and actually ran at 45 & 55 most of the time due to traffic. There is quite a bit less legroom on the RT compared to my Victory, almost like that on a Gold Wing but some highway pegs would make that better, at least on road trips. I only caught myself grabbing for a hand brake at the very beginning of the ride and quickly adapted to the foot-only brakes. This particular one was an RT-S in Pearl White. The color actually grew on me the more i looked at it. The reason for this is that my knees are starting to hurt again and I'm already getting shots in my right one. My lower back isn't without pain either. The time is getting near to go to 3 wheels.

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Soooo... Do you have some "paper-signing", to do at the dealers yet?
Glad to hear that you liked it! :thumbup:

 

[Dragonrider]

Just think about not having to toe tap in stop and go traffic!

 

[BikerDoc]

I already get shots in the right knee but with the Spyder I still ride over 25000 miles per year. It will be good for you

 

[PrairieSpyder]

Wait till next week and try out the F3 for leg room. I'd be interested to hear the report on that.

BTW, on my way to 'Quest, I met a guy who had a tricked Victory. It was really sharp.

 

[jaherbst]

Wait till next week and try out the F3 for leg room. I'd be interested to hear the report on that.

BTW, on my way to 'Quest, I met a guy who had a tricked Victory. It was really sharp.

Our police dept. here in Oro Valley is now using Victory M/C. BMW's are gone. Too much maintenance.

Jack

 

[den1953]

I have a very nice Victory Cross Country

Mine is a 2012 with over 17,300 miles on it. It's metallic red and silver two tone with the lock and ride trunk added to it. With all the farkles I have over 20 grand in it and keep it in excellent condition. Just had new tires this summer too. I'd have to get $13,500 for it selling it outright.

 

[PW2013STL]

Mine is a 2012 with over 17,300 miles on it. It's metallic red and silver two tone with the lock and ride trunk added to it. With all the farkles I have over 20 grand in it and keep it in excellent condition. Just had new tires this summer too. I'd have to get $13,500 for it selling it outright.

Very sharp looking ride :firstplace:

 

[H2O]

I went from a 2005 Wing to a 2014 RTS Se6 in pearl white at the end of June. Lower back pain and sporadic numbness in my legs was the reason I had to switch. I really loved the sound and the power of the Wing but I knew it was time to give it up. I have not had much opportunity to ride the Spyder this summer but I'm appreciating it more and more each time out. I'm sure when you make the switch, you will be satisfied.

John

 

[Dragonrider]

There's a local shop that would trike your Victory for roughly $12K, with all the add-ons. I would have to think really hard about that before making the Spyder decision... and I really like my '14 RT.

 

[PW2013STL]

There's a local shop that would trike your Victory for roughly $12K, with all the add-ons. I would have to think really hard about that before making the Spyder decision... and I really like my '14 RT.

Yes, but then the handlebars would be on the wrong end :shocked: :roflblack:

 

[ARtraveler]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the test ride on the RT-S. You do have a beautiful looking Victory there. Decisions, decisions. :yes:

 

[Bob Denman]

The picture of you on that GORGEOUS Victory... has me worried! :shocked:
You have such a smile on your face; are you REALLY ready t get rid of it? :2thumbs:

Please don't get me wrong; I love my spyder...
How much will you miss that bike?

 

[Chupaca]

Now you've done it..!!

test rydes are the downfall of those on the edge. When the time comes you will be very pleased with this choice. Be safe and hope your on a roadster soon..:thumbup:

 

[den1953]

Triking the Victory

There is a shop about 30 miles from here the installs the Roadsmith conversions. It's an independent rear suspension kit with an available electric reverse and an air adjustable ride leveling system. With matching two tone paint, a heavy duty anti-sway bar, easy steer rake kit and chrome bumper with tow hitch it came to well over $17,000 with tax installed. Mind you I only gave about $17,290 for the bike when new and added $2880 in farkles to where I already have $20,170 in the bike. It's already considered a three year old bike and only trades-in for a little over 11 grand. This 2014 RT-S is marked down from $28,049 to $23,500 or a $4549 discount off list price. Why would I want to have over $37,000 in a bike that will soon be going on 4 years old?

 

[ARtraveler]

There is a shop about 30 miles from here the installs the Roadsmith conversions. It's an independent rear suspension kit with an available electric reverse and an air adjustable ride leveling system. With matching two tone paint, a heavy duty anti-sway bar, easy steer rake kit and chrome bumper with tow hitch it came to well over $17,000 with tax installed. Mind you I only gave about $17,290 for the bike when new and added $2880 in farkles to where I already have $20,170 in the bike. It's already considered a three year old bike and only trades-in for a little over 11 grand. This 2014 RT-S is marked down from $28,049 to $23,500 or a $4549 discount off list price. Why would I want to have over $37,000 in a bike that will soon be going on 4 years old?

Your thinking is right on IMO. :yes:

 

[den1953]

In anwer to Bob

I really like my Victory a lot. In fact it is one of the best motorcycles I have owned in my 44 years of licensed motorcycle riding. Out of the 16 bikes I've owned over that time span I'd have to say it's in the top three. If I were not having the pain and other issues that go with osteoarthritus I wouldn't even be considering such a move. The aging process is eventually going to make it mandatory although I could probably wait another year or two and stay on two wheels. At least I know there is an affordable alternative to 35 to 40 thousand dollar trikes that works very well, very well indeed.

 

[ARtraveler]

I really like my Victory a lot. In fact it is one of the best motorcycles I have owned in my 44 years of licensed motorcycle riding. Out of the 16 bikes I've owned over that time span I'd have to say it's in the top three. If I were not having the pain and other issues that go with osteoarthritus I wouldn't even be considering such a move. The aging process is eventually going to make it mandatory although I could probably wait another year or two and stay on two wheels. At least I know there is an affordable alternative to 35 to 40 thousand dollar trikes that works very well, very well indeed.

I stuck with my last two wheeler until the bitter end. I just liked it that much. My gamey leg made me worried that some time soon I was not going to be able to support the bike, and end up on the floor.

When the time comes, the :spyder2: is a great alternative to keep your face in the wind. I almost bought one just like yours a couple years before giving up two wheels. The dealer here, was not customer friendly, so I did not go for it.

 

[Bob Denman]

It saddnes me; to hear that a health issue is forcing your hand... :shocked:
Because that Bike is a REAL BEAUTY!
It deserves to be in a home, as good as yours! :2thumbs:

 

[den1953]

American Powersports

He's a medium size dealership in Findlay Ohio and very customer friendly, literally willing to go the extra mile. He sells Victory/Polaris, Can Am/Ski-Doo/SeaDoo, Arctic cat, Yamaha and Suzuki. I've already bought a couple new Yamaha motorcycles from him prior to this Victory Cross Country and luckily he'd also be my Can Am dealer as well. I get treated very well there and always get a good deal on a new ride or accessories or even clothing with decent discounts.