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O.K. here is the story about 1 1/2 years ago I got a 2004 vtx 1300 R and really enjoyed riding it,however I needed more power so the vtx 1800 seemed like the obvious choice so I did alot of research and purchased a really nice 2003 vtx 1800 R.I enjoy this bike it has lots of power cruises very well all of that but I cannot forget all of the wonderfull things that valkyrie owners had to say about their bikes things like best bike ever,awesome,amazing.so now I am obsessed with this machine I have never even rode one yet I convinced myself that I must get one.I have some questions,
is the valk superior to the 1800?
will parts be available for many years to come?
is the darkside tire a good idea?
I really want the interstate what model valk is the best?
is the valk the best cruiser ever?
can i still get a blower for the valk and would it still be super reliable?
what should i avoid
thanks in advance.
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« Reply #1 on: September 08, 2011, 06:35:29 PM » |
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You will find many answers here...Most are biased towards the Valk. And YES it is the BEST (I am biased too) The techboard is a great place to start. You will have to keep open mind and sort thru' all the B.S. but your decisions will be your own,and you will have all the help you need if you change your mind. Just avoid anything that is not a Valkyrie and you will be pleased!  |
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« Reply #2 on: September 08, 2011, 06:43:23 PM » |
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thanks roadkill.
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« Reply #3 on: September 08, 2011, 07:04:24 PM » |
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is the valk superior to the 1800? yeswill parts be available for many years to come? nois the darkside tire a good idea? yes, IMHOI really want the interstate what model valk is the best? anyis the valk the best cruiser ever? Best POWER cruiser evercan i still get a blower for the valk and would it still be super reliable? probably and possiblywhat should i avoid HD's  thanks in advance. UR welcome 
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« Reply #4 on: September 08, 2011, 07:14:46 PM » |
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Well, for what it's worth I am still riding my 12 year old Interstate daily (plus a few Ironbutts) and I think it had a switch for something or other replaced by my service guy a few years ago (they have serviced it from new after I bought it).
Nothing else spent apart from the regular tyres, brakes, oils etc. So, you may not need so many parts into the future should you make that wise choice.
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« Reply #5 on: September 08, 2011, 07:29:13 PM » |
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If you're worried about parts, buy 2, the bikes are cheaper than the sum of their parts.
Owner of my company has a 1997, has had a blower for the past 7 years on his, well over 150000 miles on it now. Only problem has been
left rear wheel bearing failed and spun in wheel, needed a sleeve.
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« Reply #6 on: September 08, 2011, 07:59:10 PM » |
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is the valk superior to the 1800? Cool factor- yes. Speed/comfort- no
will parts be available for many years to come? yea
is the darkside tire a good idea? Oh yea!
I really want the interstate what model valk is the best? Which ever is best for you, thats the one.
is the valk the best cruiser ever? For me, yes. Was voted Cruiser of the Decade a few years ago.
can i still get a blower for the valk and would it still be super reliable? I have no clue
what should i avoid Crashing
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« Reply #7 on: September 08, 2011, 08:06:23 PM » |
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wich is funner to ride?
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« Reply #8 on: September 08, 2011, 08:15:08 PM » |
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wich is funner to ride?
Women...but the Valkyrie is a close second place!  |
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« Reply #9 on: September 08, 2011, 08:26:24 PM » |
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wich is funner to ride?
Women...but the Valkyrie is a close second place! And the Valkyrie won't cost you as much.  |
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« Reply #10 on: September 08, 2011, 08:30:44 PM » |
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wich is funner to ride?
Women...but the Valkyrie is a close second place! And the Valkyrie won't cost you as much.  I left that part out in fear that she would read this and make me spend money on her bike! |
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« Reply #11 on: September 08, 2011, 08:33:25 PM » |
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your profile dont say where you are, but if you are near me, Nashville, Tn. i will let you ride my interstate,,,
if your 1800 has a shield and hard bags i might talk trade with ya,,, getting hard for my old knees to hold her up..
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« Reply #12 on: September 08, 2011, 08:36:42 PM » |
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wich is funner to ride?
My son has the 1800VTX. I've ridden it several times. Doesn't do it for me. It can keep up OK, and the feet forward may be more comfortable than the Valkyrie's positioning, but like Fudgie said, the "cool' factor just ain't there ! If I was going to get rid of my Valk, I don't think the VTX would be on my short list of replacements. And I'm real certain that none of the new Honda cruisers would be. I'm sure my opinion is not shared by all who have read it either |
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« Reply #13 on: September 08, 2011, 09:22:37 PM » |
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It does have a shield,harbags,trunk,gps/audio system.I live in CA.hey I will meet ya half way.HA HA
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« Reply #14 on: September 08, 2011, 09:41:37 PM » |
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Jarid, You are new to this board. The questions you asked have been discussed many, many times. I suggest you use the search feature and go through the previous discussions on the questions you have asked. Using the search keeps a lot of material and discussions from being repeated. You might also want to read this: http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/roadtests/performance_cruiser_comparison/index.htmland this: http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/roadtests/sport_cruisers_comparison/index.html |
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The trip is short,
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« Reply #15 on: September 08, 2011, 11:42:06 PM » |
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your profile dont say where you are, but if you are near me, Nashville, Tn. i will let you ride my interstate,,,
if your 1800 has a shield and hard bags i might talk trade with ya,,, getting hard for my old knees to hold her up..
Not quite sure what you are saying here. The 1800 VTX weighs as much as a Valk. So how would that be helping you knees in holding her up? Plus from test riding one I found that the forward position of the legs on the VTX put more strain on my tail bone. |
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The trip is short,
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« Reply #16 on: September 09, 2011, 06:23:20 AM » |
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your profile dont say where you are, but if you are near me, Nashville, Tn. i will let you ride my interstate,,,
if your 1800 has a shield and hard bags i might talk trade with ya,,, getting hard for my old knees to hold her up..
Not quite sure what you are saying here. The 1800 VTX weighs as much as a Valk. So how would that be helping you knees in holding her up? Plus from test riding one I found that the forward position of the legs on the VTX put more strain on my tail bone. sits lower? hmmmm more things to consider,,,i am ok 85% of the time but turning around on those dead end roads when they get down to only 10 feet wide is gettin to me... |
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