2003 Victory reviews

haven't had a bike for 25 years. Last bike was a Honda 650. Wanted a large bike for touring 2-up with comfort and performance as the main criterion. The unique classy style was a great bonus! I like the idea of a "head turner" bike that you don't see every other biker on going down the highway. Purchased this used with all accesories shown from a great local dealer. The only thing I had added was the Stage One Kit. (A must have in my opinion). The Stage One Kit is SWEET! Really adds to the performance, and you can't beat that low rich rumble! The H-D riders look twice when I go by. I've only had the bike a month, but have almost 1000 miles on it. It has been flawless. Great power and the handling/braking is outstanding. This bike is home on the highway. The added size/weight is a joy on the open road. I remember being tossed all over the road with the old Honda. Not with this bike! More comfort and passenger room than the H-D Road King (Optional Mustang seat dealer added). The only negative that keeps me from a perfect 5 in the quality department is the cheap plastic front turn lights instead of using good chrome. Not a deal breaker, and an easy upgrade for less than a C-note. You'd think for the price they could of done a bit better on these. After a hard look at the H-D Electra Glide, the Victory won out in just about all areas. Every little thing was an "add-on for additional cost" from H-D. Got it all included on the Vic and saved about 3K over the HD. Very pleased. I'd do it all over again with Victory. Show less

This bike has been the best ride of my life. It's easy on the eyes, it's almost too much fun to drive and it hasn't had a second of mechanical problems. My wife and I took a three day ride down the Pacific Coast Highway and it was awesome. The bike performed flawlessly and turned heads everywhere we went. And the price was right, too. Show less

I took mine to Memphis via Chattanooga in '03 and realized the stock seat is not for long distance. I took it to the 50th rally in Minneapolis via Cleveland and around the lakes in Michigan. In '04 I made the pilgrimage to Sturgis without help, support, or trouble. It currently has its third set of tires, rear brake pads and second set of front pads. Just change the oil and it will take care of you. Watch the fuel light, you can run out after 10 miles of the light coming on. Show less

As a previous Harley owner I was pleasantly surprised to find the Victory to be everything I wanted in a cruiser. I could not believe that this bike from the show room floor was set up as I wanted it, and for several thousand dollars less than a Road King. When I compared the specs between the Road King and the Victory I was sold instantly on the Victory. The addition of the Stage 1 kit I feel is a necessity on any new bike these days because of the emmissions restrictions from the factory. Once that was installed I was in love with the performance and sound. I have had nothing but great comments from everyone who sees and hears the bike, and most are from Harley riders who don't know about Victory. I added the chrome rails just for my own love of chrome. I would like to see Polaris be a little more active in marketing the Victory line of bikes as I believe they are an incredible deal and a quality ride. Show less

We have had the bike about 6 weeks and logged 3,000 miles. My 22 year-old son often rides it as well and we have finally agreed the bike will be mine while he keeps his 2003 Volusia with Vegas riding rights. It is a blast of a bike. Yes, the seat is hard and it has few "soft" amenities such as a fuel gauge or even a fork lock. But what it does well, it does SO well that no experience I know of (well, except one) can bring such a wide smile so quickly. This bike is an absolute blast of a ride. Looks, sound, acceleration, absolute American class! Rode a Fatboy in Maui for 1,100 miles. It was a good ride in many ways. But the Vegas wins hands down! Show less

I have had my Vicory since I got back from the desert and it has been outstanding. I get looks very place I go and can't go 3 days without someone waving me down at a stop light or following me to a parking lot to ask questions about it. Even the HD guys are taking back but often won't say it (That whole "It's not a HD thing"). If you want a bike to get you seen, this is it. Show less

Picked up my new 2004 Purple Thunder Vegas with Stage 1 kit. Let me tell you, this bike can rip. The ergonomics of this bike are superb (the 2004 seat is much better than the 2003 seat). Power/torque is incredible. Show less

I should have done this years ago, but couldn't really afford it. I looked at all kinds of road/touring bikes this spring from HD to BMW. When I saw the yellow Vegas I had to have it. I've had the bike for 2 months now and live for riding on the weekends. It has been a great bike so far. I would have liked to spend a little less, but worth the extra to pay for an AMERICAN. Show less

WOW - that's the only way to describe this bike. Performance, quality, comfort, and price are all top notch. I have been riding for 24 years and this is by far the best bike I have ever owned. If you are in the market for a new bike and are considering either a Victory or a Harley just take them for a test ride and compare prices...! To get the options and performance of a Victory in a HD you will need to dump an additional $4700 into the engine alone; this of course is on top of an already inflated price on the base bike. I love my Vic! Show less

I haven't sold my Harley just yet, but...This thing ROCKS. I looked at V92C's a few years back. They didn't do it for me. I'm more of a go than show rider. And although my FXRT has all the creature comforts and more, the bone stock Vegas sold me. With H-D selling last years bikes with this years paint, Vegas is a serious breath of fresh air. Show less