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Jim

California

Reviewed on August 14, 2022

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4.5
This is a fun bike with a lot of power and a unique appearance. I’ve had friends call my bike beautiful. At a 120 mph and pulling, you’ll start wondering if the wind will blow one of your legs sticking out in front off the peg. Water cold, single oil sump, 1130cc eye turning affordable crotch ro... read more
This is a fun bike with a lot of power and a unique appearance. I’ve had friends call my bike beautiful. At a 120 mph and pulling, you’ll start wondering if the wind will blow one of your legs sticking out in front off the peg. Water cold, single oil sump, 1130cc eye turning affordable crotch rocket. saddlebags will defile it And range of about 130 miles. The aluminum rims and forks put badly.
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Steve

San Antonio, Texas

Reviewed on November 2, 2012

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5.0
I absolutely love my Harley VROD VRSCA. It is great riding on long and short hauls and handles great on straight-a-ways. It's harder to handle when travelling slow due to the rake on front end. I have really enjoyed my ride. I would not want to trade it for any other type bike.... read more
I absolutely love my Harley VROD VRSCA. It is great riding on long and short hauls and handles great on straight-a-ways. It's harder to handle when travelling slow due to the rake on front end. I have really enjoyed my ride. I would not want to trade it for any other type bike.
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Phil

Grayslake, Illinois

Reviewed on May 24, 2012

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5.0
I've been riding bikes since I was 10 and this is the best overall cruiser I have been on. If you plan to spend hours and hours touring around the country this is not the bike for you. I like the performance of the Porsche designed engine, rock solid external frame, stable low and long wheel base, all com... read more
I've been riding bikes since I was 10 and this is the best overall cruiser I have been on. If you plan to spend hours and hours touring around the country this is not the bike for you. I like the performance of the Porsche designed engine, rock solid external frame, stable low and long wheel base, all combined with the HD craftsmanship. As for performance. I wound mine up to 7,500 in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd and found myself doing more than twice the legal limit. Not sure how long it took to get there but I know it took my breath away. I shifted through to 5th and the Harley pedigree showed itself as the big v twin balanced out a super smooth throaty hum at 4,500. If you are not going to step up and by a high end BMW or Super high end Harley, you can't do better.
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Big D

Lexington Park, Maryland

Reviewed on September 20, 2004

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5.0
It takes riding, better yet, owning a V-Rod to fully appreciate how special this motorcycle truly is. I happily own a 2003 V-Rod and the riding experience gets better and better every time I get on it. I look forward to riding it each and every day. I dislike when it rains and when winter comes, because I ... read more
It takes riding, better yet, owning a V-Rod to fully appreciate how special this motorcycle truly is. I happily own a 2003 V-Rod and the riding experience gets better and better every time I get on it. I look forward to riding it each and every day. I dislike when it rains and when winter comes, because I have to park it in the garage and drive my SUV. The V-Rod is unlike any motorcycle that I've ever owned. I previously owned a Japanese Motorcycle, nice bike, but the V-Rod is much nicer to ride. Not because it's a Harley-Davidson, I'm not into the name on the motorcycle. I'm into the joyful experience that the motorcycle brings. Before, I was a part-time weekend rider. I would go a couple of weeks without even touching my previous motorcycle. The V-Rod is smooth and powerful. Not only does it look good, it rides better than it looks. Harley-Davidson hit a grand slam home run when they created the V-Rod. The liquid cooled Revolution engine is way ahead of its time. With Porsche's assitance, Harley-Davidson changed the way everyone will look at the forgotten Cruiser market and motorcyles in general. With 115 Horse Power at the crank shaft and 106 RWHP, 0-60 in 2.8 seconds with the stock motor on pump gasoline. Anyone wanting to the experience V-Rod should visit their local Harley dealer and see about taking a test ride. Guarantee it will be an experience that you won't soon regret.
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Terry4116

Houston, Texas

Reviewed on June 28, 2004

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5.0
I just picked up my new 04 Vrod and I am totally in love with the bike. This is my first move from a pure sport bike to a cruiser(hard to agree this is a cruiser). The bike has great performance and comfort. The pure Vtwin sound and torque is very impressive. Every stop I make on this bike draws a ton of ... read more
I just picked up my new 04 Vrod and I am totally in love with the bike. This is my first move from a pure sport bike to a cruiser(hard to agree this is a cruiser). The bike has great performance and comfort. The pure Vtwin sound and torque is very impressive. Every stop I make on this bike draws a ton of attention. Besides the small gas tank(you will be filling up often), this bike is very close to perfection.
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kennymattox

miami, Florida

Reviewed on June 10, 2004

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5.0
Never had a Harley,rode a few in my 34 yrs. of riding, seems like everyone wants a Harley sometime in there life. I went into the dealership to buy a cruiser, test rode a low rider, deuce, nightrain, fatboy,a nd a custom Bigdog, then I rode the v-rod. I just can't let my adrenaline stop flowing at the age of ... read more
Never had a Harley,rode a few in my 34 yrs. of riding, seems like everyone wants a Harley sometime in there life. I went into the dealership to buy a cruiser, test rode a low rider, deuce, nightrain, fatboy,a nd a custom Bigdog, then I rode the v-rod. I just can't let my adrenaline stop flowing at the age of 44, so I left the harley dealer went back to my local honda/suzuki/yamaha dealer and looked at the cheaper non-harley bikes. There's a reason they are 1/2 the cost, it's just not a HARLEY. So I test rode the lowrider [AGAIN],this time with my wife on the back and she said it was nice. Then I test rode the v-rod again she said WOWWWWWWW! THATS YOU!!!
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Matt

Upstate, New York

Reviewed on June 9, 2004

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5.0
This bike totally changed Harley....FAST, Handles Great, Comfortable, Great Looking, Futuristic....I can't say enough....I just LOVE to ride it. The only things I would do to it that can't be done are: 1. A larger gas tank (3.7 gallons goes quickly when you are revving it a lot). 2. A longer 5th gear... read more
This bike totally changed Harley....FAST, Handles Great, Comfortable, Great Looking, Futuristic....I can't say enough....I just LOVE to ride it. The only things I would do to it that can't be done are: 1. A larger gas tank (3.7 gallons goes quickly when you are revving it a lot). 2. A longer 5th gear or add a 6th. 3. Up it about 3-400 cc's and make it insanely fast.
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Steven Medeiros

Kennesaw, Georgia

Reviewed on March 12, 2004

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5.0
I've owned 5 Harleys and was reluctant about this one, started it and hated it, drove it and fell in love, comfort and handling is outstanding, a joy to ride long distances. Sounds like a BMW, but small price to pay for the riding benifits.... read more
I've owned 5 Harleys and was reluctant about this one, started it and hated it, drove it and fell in love, comfort and handling is outstanding, a joy to ride long distances. Sounds like a BMW, but small price to pay for the riding benifits.
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Paperless60

Cary, North Carolina

Reviewed on January 17, 2004

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5.0
My VROD is my first HD after riding for over 30 years. It seems that most people that love the VROD are not the typical HD owner and would mostly likely not purchase one. We are converts from other brands that have found a bike in the HD line up that meets are needs and wants. This bike is HD way of reachi... read more
My VROD is my first HD after riding for over 30 years. It seems that most people that love the VROD are not the typical HD owner and would mostly likely not purchase one. We are converts from other brands that have found a bike in the HD line up that meets are needs and wants. This bike is HD way of reaching out and expanding their market, a wise move that will help insure future growth without impacting their current clients. As for my bike every time I hit the start button and start to roll I fall in love with the feel and sound of this bike. It's not perfect but for a motorcycle it's very close. The fit and finish is better than any bike that I've own and I every time I ride there's someone pulling over and asking is that the new HD? So yes this bike is not the good old HD that so many love and for those people that cant see beyond the good old days they should be glad the HD has vision to insure they'll be around for the next 100 years we should all welcome change.
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Greg Jeffery

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Reviewed on November 12, 2003

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5.0
Versatility is the key selling point on this bike. I work off of mine, a lot. Having traveled to all four corners of the State of Arkansas on my bike, I have put 6,700 miles on it in 5 months. People always talk about the bike's looks and etc., but I have been impressed mostly with the number of roles it f... read more
Versatility is the key selling point on this bike. I work off of mine, a lot. Having traveled to all four corners of the State of Arkansas on my bike, I have put 6,700 miles on it in 5 months. People always talk about the bike's looks and etc., but I have been impressed mostly with the number of roles it fills. Its lightweight makes it a great in-town bike. No other Harley is going to maneuver through heavy traffic like this one. The speed, quick acceleration, and handling of this bike (as well as the excellent brakes) all come in very handy in traffic, and I feel safer on this bike due to its performance capabilities giving me multiple options to get out of tight situations. On the interstates, it cruises at just over 75 mph steadily with little throttle input. that's a good speed to get you where your going quickly but with minimal risk for a ticket. I set mine up from the get go for long-haul comfort. A sundowner seat, sport windshield, leather saddlebags, and a SAC tailbag have made this an excellent utility bike. With the nature of my work, I spend as much as 8-12 hours on the road in a day fairly often. Even with that amount of riding, fatigue is not an issue. The bike fits my 5'9" frame very well. The only thing sacrificed on this bike as opposed to other Harleys is the sound. The bike has a throaty rumble with acceleration, but let's face it, it never will say "potato, potato" (engine too high revving). Even that is a check in the positive column in my book. Spending as much time in the saddle as I do, I can do without the headaches (and hearing damage) a louder bike would cause. In summary, if you can only afford one bike, get this one. No other bike offers this balance of sexy looks, in-town drivability, and long-haul comfort. Keep the Rubber Down!!!
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