Victory High-Ball reviews

It's comfortable, economical and fun to ride. ABS is a plus that has saved my life on another bike and I wouldn't do without it. It's a bit clunky on the downshift at times, but otherwise bullet proof. The only drawback is no steering lock which makes it a prime "steal me in no time" bike. don't park at a dimly lit hotel or bar. Otherwise, it's a great bike Show less

I bought my Hard-Ball as soon as they came out - trading in my Victory Vegas. It came with the windshield which you have to have to enjoy the highway. I put in the Victory Stage I pipes but don't expect the same sound that you do with those pipes on a Vegas because of the low and back location of the exhaust. After I got past the break-in, I took it for a 2,500 mile ride from Las Vegas to Seattle and back. It was a great ride. The seat was comfortable for a stock seat. I do have the driver's backrest and that was a great help. The bike is perfectly balanced. There is a lot of power no matter what gear you are in. I got compliments the entire trip and even came out of convenience stores with people standing around it and sometimes even taking pictures. I did put on the heel shifter from the cross-roads and that is a great help. I am 61 and this is the last bike I am going to have to buy. I love it. Show less

I've had my bike for a year now, and must say, it's the best bike I've ever owned. Victory motors are so strong, don't over heat. The transmission can make a little noise when shifting, but the darn thing just rips around town, and in the hills like it's mission is to put a smile on my face every time I get on this thing. I love this bike. Every time I fuel this bike up, someone has to walk over and say nice bike. Show less

If you purchase a Hard-Ball, be ready for lots of questions, looks, and hearing it looks like Batman's bike if he rode a cruiser. I've only had the bike 1,100 miles but so far it's dead reliable with gobs of power, even when two up. The bike is still getting stronger everyday. A couple suggestions to an interested buyer, first spring for the windshield. you're going to want it especially when it's cold. If you do 80% of your riding around town then sure you will be OK but in the long run it's made a world of difference. Secondly, plan on upgrading your pipes or taking the stock baffles out. The bike sounds nothing like the way it looks stock. It's so quiet it's embarrassing for a v-twin and I am not a loud pipes save lives kind of guy. Lastly the bike needs a louder deeper horn. Other than that I couldn't have asked for a better build from a company. Show less

I love my Hammer 8-ball! I have had it for a few weeks now and couldn't be happier. It's solid and I love the way it rides. The bike has so much power and I love the overdrive. It's getting better gas mileage already over my Yamaha V-Star 650. I'm a Victory rider for life!! Show less

I upgraded from a Honda 750 RS. I am a big man and needed a big bike. This bike fits me well and carries a passenger and me effortlessly. The saddle is very comfortable. Passengers always complement their seating as well and often use the word smooth describing the ride. It is also nice every time I ride to receive complements my bike. For a big bike it is easy to turn and handles well on the curvy mountain roads in my area. I have never dragged a floor board. The low speed maneuvering is the only thing I have had trouble with, but after several practice sessions over the last month. I can carve 20 foot figure eights using counter weighting. When I started shopping for a new bike I intended to get a Harley. However I did not think the salesman was nice to me. Then my GF sent me a photo of the Hard-Ball. I went to the Victory dealership and was treated well and bought the Hard-Ball and could not be happier. Show less

It's a great bike, I love it. It has lots of power. I had a lot of people ask about it, it is a real looker. It has smooth acceleration. I'm really enjoying this bike. The exhaust sounds much better after 5000 km. Show less

This is the sixth motorcycle I have owned in my life and so far this EXCEEDS my expectations. It has unbelievable looks, power and handling. The 106 ci will embarrass most bikes on the street today. This thing is worth the money. Show less

I have been riding street bikes for about six years now and this bike is just like the title says. I didn't just buy a Victory, I bought a piece of heavenly comfort and performance. My 8-Ball is very subtle yet impressive. Even after putting the first thousand miles on my bike, I still get that "first time" feeling every time I hop on it. Show less

I am an old man and out of all the motorcycles I have owned, I have never gotten as many favorable comments from strangers as my High-Ball gets. People just seem to like the old school look. That is what this bike is all about. Also, the High-Ball is a real comfortable ride!! That comes from a guy with short legs. The 106 engine is a screamer. Super Tork monster, as you might guess, is a tad on the thirsty side. I went with the stage one kit, black Cobra swept pipes. It has great sound, much more pleasant than the Vance & Hines I had on a Harley. The foot pegs on this bike are low, so racing through the twistys isn't going to be its strong suit. In 3,500 miles I have only scrapped them once, so normal riding is no problem! So when it's crusing weather, my touring bikes stay in the garage, I go high-balling. Show less