Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod reviews

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. Show less

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!!! Show less

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. Show less

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. Show less

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. Show less

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!!! Show less

I recently bought a new 2003 V-Rod and couldn't be happier. Initially, I was considering purchasing either the V-Rod, Fat Boy, or Deuce. But once I saw the V-Rod in person and actually sat on it, I had to have it. It fit me like a glove. I love the fact that no other Harley looks like this bike. It is totally unique. And man is it ever an attention-getter! I am constantly amazed at the power and speed that the V-Rod is capable of. I mean, when you open up the throttle, even if you're already cruising along at 65-75 mph and running at 5000-6000 RPMs, this thing just jumps to life like a bullet out of a gun! Frankly, this bike has more power and speed than I think I would ever need. Not that I'm complaining about that! Show less

I recently bought a 2003 V-Rod and it is the first bike I have ever owned. Man, what a bike! Handles beautifully, has more power than I could ever need, and is a real attention-getter! I find myself making excuses to run errands just so I can ride it. I do wish the fuel tank was bigger, but then again, no bike is perfect. Show less

Bought two V-Rods for myself and wife in early August and took a 2000 mile run through the mountains. Range at 175+- is OK for riding in the US. Wife gets 50-52 mpg consistently. I started out at 42 mpg and was at 47 by the time we got home. HD soft bags are big enough and we each carry a small case so wife has plenty of shoes and cosmetics, which is absolutely essential if you expect a 68 year old woman to come along. She is comfortable at the stop signs with heels flat on the pavement and the lower center of gravity due to moving the fuel tank under the seat gives her a big confidence boost as it doesn't take as much upper body strength to hold it up when she leans it too far. Wife took a test drive on this bike and told me to sell our Honda Shadows. Obviously it flys like a bullet when you turn it up, but for us the essentials are range, cargo, seat height, and, of course, curb appeal. On the negative side, and I may be nuts here, but I think that third and fourth gears are too tall while first gear may be a little too short. Just personal preference, I guess, as we aren't exactly pushing the envelope. I can't really think of anything not to like about this bike and I don;t blame Harley for pricing it up. It's worth it! Show less

I won a new 100th anniversary V-Rod two months ago. What a bike. I wouldn't think of having any other. It fits my 6'2" frame perfectly and has the power to do anything you want it to do. It sometimes has trouble going into first gear, but all others are smooth as silk. Handling is great. Makes me look like a pro. Turns heads whever I go! You won't be sorry if you buy one. Show less