No major problems.
Really like the styling, get a lot of compliments on the looks.
Motor seems pretty strong, but can't directly speak to the reliability yet (although there is a good reputation). Because of the design, acceleration is pretty weak compared to a comparable Harley.
Transmission is LOUD and really sloppy... feels like you break something inside every time you shift. Also.. you may find it very hard to shift into neutral. This is a common issue.
Rear brakes lock up very easily.
Overall construction is CHEAP. Lotsa plastic and light gauge metal compared to less expensive Harley models. Chrome painted plastic DOES NOT BELONG ON A BIKE THIS EXPENSIVE.
To add insult to injury, the price tag on replacement parts is way outta line ($1200 for a fuel tank!?!?!?).
It makes more power than any Harley except the V-rod and handles better and is completely unique looking. In Canada it is $3000 less than the cheapest Harley and you don't have to go back and spend another $5000 to make it look like you want. HD = Half done...
Too much to fix in this little review. Where to start?
How about the motor. This thing shoots off the line like a rocket. I have a friend with a V-rod, and it's a dead race through first gear, then hit second and leave the v-rod in the dust.
Now the cheap comment. Cheap plastic that is chrome plated? Where is this exactly? The "cheese wedges" on the motor? Yeah okay. But where else? Seems about the same as the Harley to me.
Also, too expensive? I think you might be able to get a Sportster for about the same price and have much less of a bike. Less style, less power, and less looks and compliments.
I can speak for the strength of this bike both in looks and power and reliability. I rode to Sturgis, got tons of looks, rode a lot of miles, and shifted through all five gears in the burn out pit without a problem.
Don't get me wrong, I love the Harley's and think they are an amazing bike. For the money and style and performance, hands down the Victory Vegas is a much better pick.
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