2005 Victory reviews

There are very few true american muscle vehicles left on the road today. When you think of muscle, the first thoughts that come to most's head is an old Mustang, Charger, GTO, (you get my point) but not so much a motorcycle. I can tell you I've owned this bike for roughly 9,000 miles and have never looked back. This 700 lb. bike is literally a muscle machine. The 100c.i. engine is a monster. I'm 25 years old and all my friends are still riding "street" bikes. This bike can certainly keep up with all the 600cc bikes and looks 100 times better. It's like having a Challenger or Camaro vs a Suburu WRX. You know they would all be fun, but the American Muscle would get the most looks. I would recommend this bike to anyone or any Victory brand for that matter. Show less

I stumbled across this bike in a Harley Store and instantly I was taken by it. I had no idea what it was, but I liked it. The salesman approached me and said - Do you just want to write the check now? I laughed and and asked Why do say that? He told me it was because my jaw dropped open when I first saw the bike and it stayed there until he walked up. I thought it about that for a second and realized he was right! That only happened to me one other time that I know of and I am still dating the gorgeous lady that caused that almost five years ago. The bike is black with blue highlights, factory paint. Needless to say, I ended up buying the bike after researching Victory and this particular model for about a month. I didn't find any negatives online or elsewhere, so I couldn't justify NOT owning it. I am in my third season now and I still absolutely love the bike. It is so solid and balanced that it is pure pleasure to ride. The power is incredible and the handling is hard to believe with a bike this big. The sound is truly awesome too. Add all of this up and you have the most incredible riding experience you could ever imagine! The only thing I want to add is highway pegs so I can stretch my legs on long rides, and the Victory saddlebags for storage. I will never sell this bike, and if I ever buy another one, it will be a Victory too! I just laugh at my friends that spend twice the money on half the bike at the Harley dealer. Oh yeah, Victory is an American made bike, so the HD people can't shut their traps about the foreign bike nonsense! I am a proud, converted Victory man! Show less

I bought my 05 Victory Hammer used with 2500 miles on it and it rides like it's brand new. I always get compliments on it from Harley owners etc. It rides great, it's fast as hell for a cruiser, and it beat a 110 ci 07 dyna screaming eagle like it was standing still. Great bike -can't go wrong. Show less

Well I turned over 23,000 miles this week and still not a issue. In 4 years only Oil and Brake pads not too bad for a bike that was scoughed at by more than a few HD guys. No laughing now. Great product, giong to hate to sell it but the Vision is calling my name. :o) Show less

This by far the best bike I have ever owned. I traded in a Fatboy for this bike. Changed the pipes to D&D with stage 2 and added k&N air filter. Bike is the cats ass. Have had one problem with the bike in all my travels. While riding back to Jersey from Maine, the ECM card went bad but the local dealer in MA took great care of me and the bike. From the first day I bought this bike I have been a loyal Victory owner. So much that I now own two of them and soon to own a third with the new cross roads coming out soon. Show less

I purchased a new 05 Hammer in 06. This 100 cube is pretty much bullet proof. 103 hp at rear wheel outruns most cruisers with no problems. I get comments on the styling constantly. The cornering lift takes a little getting use to with the fat 250 rear wheel. The dual front disc and inverted forks is a awesome help for handling. The back seat is ugly without the cowl and very uncomfortable. I've owned Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Harleys. It's the best ride I've owned overall. The Victory dealer has been very helpful with accessaries and invites me on a lot of rides and events. Hats off to Victory!! Show less

I have ridden Harleys for years. Test drove my friends Vegas and fell in love. Bought an 05 Vegas and I cannot get enough of this bike. Powerful, low maintanence and absolutley no problems. I added extentions for the controls and some Ness flybars for the pull back and it fits me like a glove. Bought my wife one this year. She says it is more comfortable and feels safer than her old bike and it's twice the weight and power. I have lots of friends with Victory bikes and not one complaint and tons of loyalty. How's that for confidence? Show less

The bike I had before this one was a Harley Davidson, but had reliability problems. I traded for a new 2005 Victory KingPin. I have had no problems with the bike. If I pull up to a gas station with several Harley Davidson's people ask me about my Victory. There is always more interest in my Victory. I have had Harley Davidson riders that have told me that the Victory is a far better bike then their Harley. I love this bike, I don't expect to trade it, it is like an old friend. I will just buy another Victory, maybe a Hammer or a Jackpot. Show less

I love my Kingpin! I rode another brand for years and this is a great improvement! I have had no problems! Never have to add oil, no parts rattling off, plenty of room for all my stuff on trips whether long or short & a much smoother ride! Show less

I have done a few mods to the bike. It gets a lot of looks. I go to bike night and it always draws a crowd. Also a big plus the bike has a lot of power for a cruiser. Low up keep cost. No disappointments! I highly recommend purchasing a Victory. I have had a HD. I think the Victory is a better bike. Show less