Ultra Cycles Ultra Ground Pounder reviews

I BOUGHT THIS BIKE IN FEB 2003 AND ON MARCH12 IT WAS HEADED TO THE SHOP THE BACK FENDER IS ON THE TIRE AND THE SCREW THAT HOLDS THE SEAT DOWN IS CUTTING THE TIRE, THE MOTOR IS VIBRATING AND THERE MAY BE A CRACK IN THE FRAME ARE A BOLT BROKE IN THE ENGINE MOUNTS, THE CARBARATOR IS LOADING UP AND THE ENGINE BACKFIRES. I PICKED IT UP FOR A DEAL I THOUGHT BUT IT LOOKS LIKE I GOT TOOK FOR A RIDE ON A BAD BIKE. Show less

I had so many problems with this bike. When I called the dealership they would not do a thing for me. They would just tell me to call the warranty company. They gave me the run around so many times, I just sold the bike. I lost $8000.00 in one year of ownership. This was the most disapponting expereance I've ever had with motocycling companies. Show less

My bike was bought at tombstone which is owned by the same person that owns ultra.This bike didnt even make it home it was rode to the shop.Ultra and tombstone cycles are full of stories.It is never there fault.The swingarms on these bikes are junk.Ultra admitted this to me but have not done anything about it.Not even a recall.This is a very serious problem.A rider could be killed or injured very bad by this.This bike is always in the shop.This bike also leaks alot of oil.The frame of this bike is not made for the S&S motors it cant handle it.Ultra takes your money hands you keys and the headache is yours.DO NOT BUY. Show less

This is my first American Big V-Twin, I have ridden Kaws, Yams, Hondas, MX, Rocket, and Cuiser. I just got off a Vstar 1100 that I loved and was like riding air and had some kick (for a twin anyway). The Fat Pounder is not a Japanese bike for sure, but I like the power and feel. From the minute it starts to the minute I shut her down it is pure violence! One thing for sure I can see dropping more $ on maint. If your into adrinaline it's either the Pounder or a Japanese Rocket your looking for. I'll let you know later what happens with the warranty and quality. P.S. I'll race a HD anyday! Show less

Thats all it does! I bought a 2000 GP Softail and put approximately 1300 miles on it and sold it. I have been riding for about 18 years, have experienced a variety of bikes and have come to a conclusion, American bikes (all of them) are not to be ridden! They are supposed to sit there and look pretty! Maybe fire them up to hear the rumble from time to time but, for God's sakes, never take them on the road. They leave you stranded, bolts vibrate off, they all leak oil, and will frustrate the hell out of you. Keep it clean so you can show it to your friends and neighbors when they come over, but for your own sanity, don't ride it. I feel let down by american bike manufacturers in that they can not produce a well built, dependable, good handling, low maintenance machine. I currently own two asian models and am completly satisfied with both. Good luck to anyone who buys american bikes ... and be safe! Show less

I can't get my local dealer to fix anything under warranty. I've had it in the shop twice to fix the same things with no luck. Ultra better stand up and take notice. Plus, it took Ultra 6 months to get me a owners manuel. Not good! Show less

20K doesn't do any better than this--113 SS, softail frame.,180 rear, monoshock suspension. The only thing this bike was missing is locktight on the parts and a high torque starter. Show less

I have a 98' Ultra Legecy and it's in the shop more than I ride it. Because of warranty work it takes forever to get anything fixed on this bike its just a rat race and I'm not the only one with this problem so think twice when u are going to purchase on of these bikes looks can be deceiving. Show less

I have owned my 99 ground pounder for over a year now. I had some problems with torsion arm susp. I had so many problems and delays with warranty dept. I installed shocks out of my own pocket. Other than that I love my bike. I have 18000 mi. no motor or trans.problems. Show less

I haven't seen an Ultra yet that I didn't like. One thing: be very wary when purchasing the warranty. I have an older bike but have had a few problems, especially with "the warranty people". I have been dealing with them for 1 1/2 months and nothing has been resolved. I called the Better Business Bureau which informed me that this company has had "a poor standing since 1992". I almost forgot the 24-hour towing took over 2 days to coordinate. Thank God my bike broke down at the house and not on the highway. Before purchasing or accepting a warranty, call the BBB and request the history. You maybe surprised. I can honestly say that Ultra needs to provide quality customer service after the purchase and ensure that we are being provided services promised. Show less