Victory Vegas: history, specs, pictures
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| Victory Vegas | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Also called | , Ness Kingpin |
| Production | 03-05 |
| Engine | 1500cc |
| Air Filter | K&N PL-1608[1] |
| Spark Plug | NGK CPR6EB-9 '03-04 , '05 |
| Battery | YUASA YTX20L-BS '03-04 , '05 |
| Front Tire | 80/90-21 '03-04 , '05 |
| Rear Tire | 180/55-18 '03-04 , '05 |
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| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Victory Vegas is a motorcycle produced by Victory from 2003 to 2005.
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| Victory Vegas | |
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| Production | 2004 - 2012 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | air-cooled, 4-stroke, 50-degree V-Twin |
| Bore / Stroke | 101.6mm x 101.6mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel System | EFI |
| Air Filter | K&N PL-1608[1] |
| Transmission | Gear box: gear Final Drive: belt |
| Suspension | Front: 43mm telescopic fork Rear: monoshock, preload adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: 300 mm floating rotor, 4-piston caliper Rear: 300 mm floating rotor, 2-piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 90/90 21 |
| Rear Tire | 180 55 B18 |
| Wheelbase | 66.3 inches (1684 mm) |
| Length | 95.98 inches (2438 mm) |
| Seat Height | 25.2 inches (640 mm) |
| Weight | 619.94 pounds (281.2 Kg) (dry), 293.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.5 Gallon (17.03 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Victory Vegas was a air-cooled, 4-stroke, 50-degree V-Twin Cruiser motorcycle produced by Victory between 2004 and 2012.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled air-cooled, 4-stroke, 50-degree V-Twin. A 101.6mm bore x 101.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1731.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a gear transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 90/90 21 front tire and a 180 55 B18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 300 mm floating rotor, 4-piston caliper in the front and a 300 mm floating rotor, 2-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 43mm telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a monoshock, preload adjustable. The Vegas was fitted with a 4.5 Gallon (17.03 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 619.94 pounds (281.2 Kg). The wheelbase was 66.3 inches (1684 mm) long.
2004 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2004 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1507cc, 50-degree V-twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission. One of the most sought after cruisers from the House of Spirit Lake, it features custom, cast-aluminum wheels, with a big 21" front one covered by a bobber-inspired, minimalist fender, an one-piece, sculpted tank with raised spine and split tail, as well as a custom paint and graphic scheme, and a color-matched frame.
The chrome-embellished exhaust system, fork, as well as the wheels and engine accents, plus the low seat height and the pulled-back handlebars, which lead to a comfortable, laid-back riding position, is sure to appeal to the more nostalgic among Victory fans.
2005 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2005 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1507cc, 50-degree V-twin engine and a five-speed manual transmission. It is one of the bolder designs from the House of Spirit Lake, with features such as the big, 21", custom, five-spoked cast aluminum front wheel, a custom one-piece sculpted tank with raised spine and split tail, as well as a frenched rear fender over the 180 mm wide rear tire plus a bold graphic and paint scheme, which are sure to make this two-wheeler stand out in any crowd. Other touches, such as the extensive chrome-plating throughout the motorcycle, as well as the comfortable riding position made possible due to the low seat height and the pulled-back handlebars, seriously increase the desirability of this machine.
2006 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2006 MY Victory Vegas comes with a proven, air-cooled, four-stroke, 1634cc, 50-degree V-twin powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
Keeping true to the Victory motto of "The new American cruiser", it boasts bold features, that make it one of the most sought after modern cruisers on the market, such as the custom scallop tank, the split-tail fuel tank with integrated seat, as well as the raised spine tip to tail and the flush mount tail light. Also, the two-tone, bright paint scheme brings makes for a bold machine, sure to stand out in any crowd.
2007 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2007 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1634 cc, 50-degree V-twin engine and a six-speed, manual transmission with overdrive. As its previous embodiments, it features the trademark split-tail fuel tank, the raised tip to tail spine, and the custom, cast-aluminum 21" front wheel. In addition, lots of chrome embellishments can be found on the exhaust, the fork, the wheels, the engine accents, as well as swingarm. The chrome-plated headlight has been redesigned for the 2007 MY, as well as fitted with a more powerful bulb.
2008 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2008 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1634cc, 50-degree V-twin powerhouse mated to a manual, six-speed overdrive transmission. Features such as the flush mounted tail light, the split fuel tank with integrated seat, the raised tip to tail spine, the custom headlight, as well as special paint and graphic schemes make the Vegas one of the best choices on the modern cruiser market. The chrome-plating on the exhaust system, the fork, the headlight casing, the wheels and the chromed engine accents remind of the golden era of American cruisers, while the five-spoked, Stingray wheels and the small, bobber-inspired front fender further increase the desirability of this awesome machine among Victory fans.
2009 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2009 MY Victory Vegas boasts a number of improvements, such as the new Stingray cast wheels, which are 15 pounds lighter and a new headlight and LED taillight, which make for a safer ride. Other features, such as the raised tip-to-tail spine, the split-tail fuel tank and the removable passenger seat, are all trademarks of the Vegas, and make for a more unique and modern cruiser, sure to fit the taste of a wide range of modern cruiser fans.
At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1634cc, 50-degree V-twin engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
2010 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2010 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1634cc, 50-degree V-twin powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission with overdrive. It can now fit a wider variety of rider inseams and arm lengths, thanks to improved ergonomics, such as a 1.3" lower seat height, the foot pegs have repositioned rearward with 2.25", as well as the handlebars, which have been pulled back by 2". As its previous Vegas embodiments, it features the characteristic tip-to-tail spine, as well as the split-tail gas tank, which gives it an unique touch. Also, the black, five-spoked, Stingray wheels give it a touch of elegance and increase the desirability of this two-wheeler.
2011 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2011 MY Victory Vegas addresses those riders who want a cruiser that will stand out in any crowd. Features such as the big, 21" Stingray front wheel, the raised tip to tail spine and the split-tail fuel tank, as well as the easy-to-remove passenger seat give this cruiser a custom look, that is sure to suit the taste of a wide variety of riders. As most of its Victory siblings, it features lots of chromed elements, such as the exhaust system, the front fork and the wheels, which give it a touch of nostalgia, for those riders who prefer the golden era of American cruisers.
In the tech/engine department, it sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1731cc, 50-degree V-twin powerhouse paired to a manual, six-speed transmission with overdrive.
2012 Victory Vegas[edit | edit source]
The 2012 MY Victory Vegas sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1731cc, 50-degree V-twin powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission with an overdrive function. Sleek and aggressive, this machine combines classic and modern design elements, suitable for both younger and more experienced riders, alike. Features such as the split-tail fuel tank and the raised center spine differentiate it from all the other cruisers designed by the House of Spirit Lake. A low seat height combined with the pulled-back handlebars offer a comfortable riding position, while optionals such as Cruise Control and heated grips mean it can be transformed into a middle-sized tourer, also.
In Media[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.