Victory Kingpin 8-Ball reviews

I have been riding for over 40 years. My Shadow finally gave up the ghost in the Smokeys. I rode a demo Kingpin - 20 minutes later I owned it. It has power when you need it, comfort, great handling and smooth ride (even at 90 mph. with a ticket). It has enough to carry 2 up and gear, enough amps for 2 up, heated clothes (all pieces and turned on, momma wants to ride at 40 - that never happened before). I cannot say enough. When I retire I am going to go sell Victorys. It's just a great ride and if you test one, you will buy it. I love my bike. It has brought back a joy that I didn't know I had missed or lost. Ride Safe. Show less

It's a truly amazing bike, that you have to see to believe. If you are on the fence about this bike, see it in person and you will be sold...pictures don't do it justice. It is incredibly nimble, well balanced, and for a bike its size, eats up corners. It is a bike you find yourself sneaking back into the garage to just look at, again and again. If you couldn't tell...I am thrilled with my Hard-Ball. Show less

After owning two Harley Davidsons, I never felt that they quite fit my frame. Sure you can spend thousands more on accessories over the already steep HD MSRP to make the bike "fit you". My new hardball is a perfect fit. Expansive floor boards give me plenty of options and I have yet to drag them in a turn. It has great clearance. The bike is great just to look at but I don't buy bikes to look at. This bike has it all, cruise, ABS, huge saddlebags, 40 spoke wheels and the engine just keeps on pulling. I am convinced that Victory is a superior bike compared to HD. Ape hangers are a hoot!! AAA +++ Show less

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 really don't even have the bike quite broken in yet but already I'm blown away. The bike rides like a Cadillac, it simply glides down the road, absorbing bumps and holes while you barely notice them. When you roll on the throttle...you better be holding on, these bikes of gobs of torque and power. Pictures I've seen of the bike were good but don't do it justice. Seeing the bike in person you'll notice all the fine details that photos don't show you. It has top shelf quality, comfort and performance. Obviously 400 miles isn't enough to chime in on reliability but go to victoryforums.com and explore the site. You'll find that these motors and transmissions are bullet proof. All you have to do is change the oil and ride. Show less

Let me first say, the old saying "There are two types of cyclist...those who ride Harleys and those who wished they rode a Harley" has been proven false!!! I had an '09 Superglide for three years and finally decided I wanted quality over image. Harley does make good looking bikes, no argument there, but modern reliability and design should merit favor. The Kingpin is by far a more comfortable ride, superior as well in handling and acceleration. Better gas mileage is an additional plus, especially considering the engine is somewhat larger. Yes, it is nice owning a bike not as common as a dandelion...one on every street corner. Another great feature is being able to toggle thru displays without taking hands off the handlebars(more convenient than the old Hog). At highway speeds the bike just glides and talk about a bike that handles the curves really well!Slow speed manuevering is excellent as well. The brakes very solid and firm. Fingers crossed, hopefully this bike will not be a dissapointment many miles from now. Vic's have an outstanding reputaion so we'll see. Show less