Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« on: December 18, 2013, 06:05:54 PM » |
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I don't see how they could make a set of cool lookin' hard saddlebags that will work with that funky rear fender   |
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Otus
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« Reply #1 on: December 18, 2013, 06:21:10 PM » |
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You could put screen doors over the radiator pods and store a lot of stuff in there.
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« Reply #2 on: December 18, 2013, 06:25:43 PM » |
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I totally agree with you Joe, that was my concern also. Not to mention the radiator pods are so close to the forks how would you do a windshield there. It would stop me buying the bike if I had to settle for bags like the Rune.
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« Reply #3 on: December 18, 2013, 06:54:20 PM » |
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Modern 2 wheel version of the 59 Chevy.  Not only left over 1800 engines must have had a LOT of plastic to use up also.  RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #4 on: December 18, 2013, 06:56:34 PM » |
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If I were to use it for touring I would just tow a trailer and use a quick release fly screen.
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« Reply #5 on: December 18, 2013, 07:08:26 PM » |
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That will be one of the next bikes I purchase....... if not the next....
In 5-10 years...LOL
I think they will come up with some nice options..... even if they don't, we are a creative bunch.
I think it's a great idea and will probably ride and handle great.. better than our current bikes. The looks...Meh... but they are growing on me. and the red color option is a definite possibility.
And I'll bet that you will be able to replace almost al the black plastic with chrome plastic... you can on a Wing.
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #6 on: December 18, 2013, 07:12:40 PM » |
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That will be one of the next bikes I purchase....... if not the next....
In 5-10 years...LOL
I think they will come up with some nice options..... even if they don't, we are a creative bunch.
I think it's a great idea and will probably ride and handle great.. better than our current bikes. The looks...Meh... but they are growing on me. and the red color option is a definite possibility.
And I'll bet that you will be able to replace almost al the black plastic with chrome plastic... you can on a Wing.
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I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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« Reply #7 on: December 18, 2013, 07:18:44 PM » |
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Then in a few years we get a chance at an 8 cylinder 2200cc Valkyrie!
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« Reply #8 on: December 18, 2013, 07:29:27 PM » |
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Let it all unfold boys! Am betting there will be some cool looking stuff coming for it.
I like it so far. Would love to throw a leg over one.
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Otus
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« Reply #9 on: December 18, 2013, 07:32:56 PM » |
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Then in a few years we get a chance at an 8 cylinder 2200cc Valkyrie!
damn, that would make some HD riders testicles shrivel up. |
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« Reply #10 on: December 18, 2013, 07:42:21 PM » |
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Then in a few years we get a chance at an 8 cylinder 2200cc Valkyrie!
damn, that would make some HD riders testicles shrivel up. Hell, they already do that when we pass them on the Gen 1 Valkyries!! |
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Fla. Jim
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« Reply #11 on: December 18, 2013, 08:28:34 PM » |
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Well according to rider mag. there will be Honda saddlebags. Whether they are soft or hard I don't know. Most likely soft. ". Tailor-made Honda Genuine Accessories will include a backrest, wind deflector, passenger floorboards, luggage rack, saddlebags, two different windscreens, LED fog lights, a 12V power outlet and various bits to add a custom look." If they are Hard,they will probably look about like the F6B's  |
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« Reply #12 on: December 18, 2013, 08:32:40 PM » |
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One thing I read in the description did bother me...
They moved the pegs UP 1.5 inches and BACK.....
Bit more sporty... maybe a bit tight.....
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Rams
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« Reply #13 on: December 18, 2013, 08:38:15 PM » |
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Well according to rider mag. there will be Honda saddlebags. Whether they are soft or hard I don't know. Most likely soft. ". Tailor-made Honda Genuine Accessories will include a backrest, wind deflector, passenger floorboards, luggage rack, saddlebags, two different windscreens, LED fog lights, a 12V power outlet and various bits to add a custom look." If they are Hard,they will probably look about like the F6B's I'm anxiously looking forward to see what these options look like. I don't think I'd bother to go see my banker with what I am currently seeing. I know it'll run and handle but, it's got to look good also and right now, it's barely a 4 on a 1 to 10 scale for me. Although, I have high hopes Mother Honda will come through for us. |
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« Reply #14 on: December 19, 2013, 04:24:39 AM » |
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I tell you what, the more I see pics 8f the F6B the more I like it. Especially with Corbin seat options. I've spent time searching audio enhancements to the sound system though. I've heard/read many complaints about the audio . I really like my audio now and would hope to find a way to match it in the F6B if I wrre to go that direction. I know, priorities right  Does anyone know the speaker size of the stock speakers in the F6B? I've read that they are 6 or 6.5 " .Is that right? |
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« Reply #15 on: December 19, 2013, 04:54:23 AM » |
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I tell you what, the more I see pics 8f the F6B the more I like it. Especially with Corbin seat options. I've spent time searching audio enhancements to the sound system though. I've heard/read many complaints about the audio . I really like my audio now and would hope to find a way to match it in the F6B if I wrre to go that direction. I know, priorities right Does anyone know the speaker size of the stock speakers in the F6B? I've read that they are 6 or 6.5 " .Is that right? As time goes on I think to myself that I would really like to have music on my bike. I really think I would ride more if I did. Mounting speakers in the saddlebags (especially woofers which are not directional) are a great way to expand sound. Oh, and the bosses for those passenger grab-rails would be great for bag mounts. They'll come up with something. |
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« Reply #16 on: December 19, 2013, 08:25:07 AM » |
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I think it looks more like a wave runner than a motorcycle. I don't see how they could make a set of cool lookin' hard saddlebags that will work with that funky rear fender |
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houstone
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« Reply #17 on: December 19, 2013, 09:14:49 AM » |
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But how big of a car tire will fit on it? ;-)
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« Reply #18 on: December 19, 2013, 09:52:12 AM » |
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...fast, butt fugly.
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« Reply #19 on: December 19, 2013, 10:50:44 AM » |
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I do see why it matters if they make bags or not. Buying the f6c means cruisin. If i want bags, ill buy and f6b. Or a wing.
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T-Bird
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« Reply #20 on: December 19, 2013, 10:58:21 AM » |
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The bags, windshield, will be the deal breaker for me....I do like the looks of it naked.
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« Reply #21 on: December 19, 2013, 11:22:04 AM » |
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The bags, windshield, will be the deal breaker for me....I do like the looks of it naked.
As do I Terry, there will be one sitting in my garage in the future. |
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« Reply #22 on: December 19, 2013, 05:39:36 PM » |
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If they are Hard,they will probably look about like the F6B's
That's what I'm hoping! |
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« Reply #23 on: December 19, 2013, 06:52:26 PM » |
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Man you guys are never happy,I look at its a start,you can always change the fenders and mount any set bags on it,honda is going in the right direction, wait awhile buy a used one and make it how you like it,and let's get off and over the Harley guys that's getting old
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #24 on: December 20, 2013, 02:56:59 AM » |
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If they are Hard,they will probably look about like the F6B's
That's what I'm hoping! Not me. I hope the whole redo of the rear subframe and addition of a fender indicates that they have zero plans for putting goldwing saddlebags on the Valkyrie... -Mike |
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jimmytee
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« Reply #25 on: December 20, 2013, 03:22:17 AM » |
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Just looking at the pictures available for the new Valkyrie, it would seem that any saddle bags, especially hard bags, will require some serious sub structure/ support brackets . I'd also imagine that unless one side is inter-connected with the other, strength would seem to be questionable. I wish Honda would reveal pics of the proposed accessories. But then, maybe they haven't even got final designs for those ready.
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« Reply #26 on: December 20, 2013, 03:22:33 AM » |
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For our kind of riding (mostly day rides) bags are not a high priority (a proper windscreen is). This thing should be a very good performer. Looking forward to a close in person inspection. Owning one may be in our (near) future.
We trudge on.
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« Reply #27 on: December 20, 2013, 03:45:44 AM » |
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Modern 2 wheel version of the 59 Chevy. Not only left over 1800 engines must have had a LOT of plastic to use up also. RIDE SAFE. I don't know why everyone thinks Honda was a lot of left over 1800 motors. I'm sure Honda is a very lean company. They only make as many engines as they need. Where I work we make hose and we only make what is needed for that week. The next week we make more of the same. |
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #28 on: December 20, 2013, 03:54:25 AM » |
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Just looking at the pictures available for the new Valkyrie, it would seem that any saddle bags, especially hard bags, will require some serious sub structure/ support brackets . I'd also imagine that unless one side is inter-connected with the other, strength would seem to be questionable. I wish Honda would reveal pics of the proposed accessories. But then, maybe they haven't even got final designs for those ready.
There's a couple of studly looking bolts up at the grab rail and one down at the passenger peg that I can see... that's all we need for the Valkyries we have now... Maybe we'll have to put Champion bags on these things  ... -Mike "there's a set of used Champion bags on eBay right now..." |
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« Reply #29 on: December 20, 2013, 06:33:53 AM » |
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Lusting after new bikes. a sickness |
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« Reply #30 on: December 20, 2013, 12:44:52 PM » |
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I have Corbin bags on my Rockett III and it has a similar rear fender. It looks ok. Wish I could post a pic.
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« Reply #31 on: December 20, 2013, 02:57:20 PM » |
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Let the fiberglas molders figger it out. We don't wanna go the old BMW route!....now that is fugly!  |
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« Reply #33 on: December 20, 2013, 03:49:31 PM » |
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Yeah, I want hard bags, still waiting. If the infrastructure is there, hard bags can be added though. Maybe they just won't come from Honda. I've got some Champion bags on the shelf in fact. They need a paint job. |
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« Reply #34 on: December 20, 2013, 03:56:14 PM » |
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I have Corbin bags on my Rockett III and it has a similar rear fender. It looks ok. Wish I could post a pic.
Here's one that was at Hotglue's a couple of years ago...  -Mike |
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« Reply #35 on: December 20, 2013, 06:11:30 PM » |
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I have Corbin bags on my Rockett III and it has a similar rear fender. It looks ok. Wish I could post a pic.
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« Reply #36 on: December 21, 2013, 06:08:11 AM » |
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Looking at the pictures with an open mind although neither of the new ones suit me.
Its kinda seems like what they have done is move on with the Goldwing by creating other versions with different names. Goldwing still the same, the FB6 would be the Valk Tourer, and the new Valk would be the standard?? I don't know, just a thought..
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« Reply #37 on: December 21, 2013, 08:22:49 AM » |
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Looking at the pictures with an open mind although neither of the new ones suit me.
Its kinda seems like what they have done is move on with the Goldwing by creating other versions with different names. Goldwing still the same, the FB6 would be the Valk Tourer, and the new Valk would be the standard?? I don't know, just a thought..
More or less... yes. It's a Goldwing minus some parts. But hey... I love my Valk for its motor, and the new Valk DOES use a flat 6! On the other hand... That new CTX1300 looks a little better to me. I like V-4 engines also! I can't wait to start seeing these bikes in person. |
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« Reply #38 on: December 21, 2013, 08:56:26 AM » |
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... That new CTX1300 looks a little better to me. I like V-4 engines also! If the CTX1300 had a tall windshield it would be perfect! |
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« Reply #39 on: December 21, 2013, 10:56:12 AM » |
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... That new CTX1300 looks a little better to me. I like V-4 engines also! If the CTX1300 had a tall windshield it would be perfect! I don't know this bike is pretty funky ugly IMO Those saddlebags when and if Honda does made them for the new Valkyrie might look something like these and ride " High " like these   Added the Valkyrie to compare . |
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