Polaris Recalls Kingpin and Jackpot for Backrest Support Problem

Polaris is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Victory Kingpin motorcycles and model year 2006-2011 Victory Jackpot motorcycles manufactured from January 1, 2004, through May 1, 2011, equipped with accessory seats, part numbers 2876641-01 seat, Kingpin Touring, double backrest and part number 2875961-01 seat, Jackpot Touring w/backrest.

The backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while in use.

The number of units affected is 1688.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

Victory Recalls 2011 Cross Country for Handle Bar Problem

Polaris is recalling certain model year 2011 Victory Cross Country motorcycles manufactured from January 1, through April 11, 2011.

The handlebar clamps and/or risers may have been machined incorrectly which could cause the handlebars to slip in the clamps.

The number of units affected is 840.

Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with touring edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball has a capacity 1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 mm x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $17,999 USD
Canada MSRP - $20,069 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal / 22.7 ltr
Exhaust Split dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 48 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 103.5 in / 2629 mm
Wheelbase 65.7 in / 1670 mm
Seat Height 24.5 in / 622 mm
Ground Clearance 4.8 in / 122 mm
Rake/trail 29.0o / 5.6 in / 142 mm
Dry Weight 800 Lbs / 364 Kg
GVWR 1414 lbs / 643 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Conventional telescopic fork, 46 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube, cast aluminum with constant-rate linkage, 3.65 in / 92.7 mm travel, air adjustable

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Linked
Front braking system Dual 300mm floating rotors with 4-piston calipers
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.0 in
Rear Wheel 16 x 5.0 in
Front Tire 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear Tire 180/60R16 Dunlop Elite 3
Color Options
Colors Solid Black

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with touring edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball has a capacity 1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 mm x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $17,999 USD
Canada MSRP - $20,069 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal / 22.7 ltr
Exhaust Split dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 48 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 103.5 in / 2629 mm
Wheelbase 65.7 in / 1670 mm
Seat Height 24.5 in / 622 mm
Ground Clearance 4.8 in / 122 mm
Rake/trail 29.0o / 5.6 in / 142 mm
Dry Weight 800 Lbs / 364 Kg
GVWR 1414 lbs / 643 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Conventional telescopic fork, 46 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube, cast aluminum with constant-rate linkage, 3.65 in / 92.7 mm travel, air adjustable

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Linked
Front braking system Dual 300mm floating rotors with 4-piston calipers
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.0 in
Rear Wheel 16 x 5.0 in
Front Tire 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear Tire 180/60R16 Dunlop Elite 3
Color Options
Colors Solid Black

indian motorcycles move toward victory

according to the kneeslider, indian motorcycles is literally moving to the victory assembly plant in iowa owned by polaris. polaris seems to be doing well with their victory brand lately, so hopefully this will resurrect the iconic american indian brand. 

indian motorcycles move toward victory

according to the kneeslider, indian motorcycles is literally moving to the victory assembly plant in iowa owned by polaris. polaris seems to be doing well with their victory brand lately, so hopefully this will resurrect the iconic american indian brand. 

Polaris Acquires Indian

From Business Wire:

"Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the acquisition of Indian Motorcycle. The business was acquired from Indian Motorcycle Limited (“IML”), a company advised by Stellican Limited and Novator Partners LLP, U.K. Private Equity firms. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed."

Read more.

For more information on Indian, read my article: Indian Motorcycles.

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with Sportbike edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball has a capacity 1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $12,999 USD
Canada MSRP - $14,499 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal / 17.0 ltr
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 38 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 99.9 in / 2537 mm
Wheelbase 65.6 in / 1666 mm
Seat Height 25.2 in / 640 mm
Ground Clearance 5.3 in / 135 mm
Rake/trail 32.8o / 5.4 in / 138 mm
Dry Weight 660 lbs / 300 kg
GVWR 1,234 lbs / 560 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage, 3.0 in / 75 mm travel, preload adjustable spring

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Conventional
Front braking system 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel 18 x 5.5 in
Front Tire 130/70 B18 Dunlop 491 Elite II
Rear Tire 180 55-B18 Dunlop D417

Color Options
Colors Solid Black

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with Sportbike edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball has a capacity 1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $12,999 USD
Canada MSRP - $14,499 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal / 17.0 ltr
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 38 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 99.9 in / 2537 mm
Wheelbase 65.6 in / 1666 mm
Seat Height 25.2 in / 640 mm
Ground Clearance 5.3 in / 135 mm
Rake/trail 32.8o / 5.4 in / 138 mm
Dry Weight 660 lbs / 300 kg
GVWR 1,234 lbs / 560 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage, 3.0 in / 75 mm travel, preload adjustable spring

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Conventional
Front braking system 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel 18 x 5.5 in
Front Tire 130/70 B18 Dunlop 491 Elite II
Rear Tire 180 55-B18 Dunlop D417

Color Options
Colors Solid Black

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with Sportbike edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball has a capacity1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 mm x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $14,499 USD
Canada MSRP - $16,169 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal / 17.0 ltr
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 38 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 93.1 in / 2366 mm
Wheelbase 65.7 in / 1669 mm
Seat Height 26 in / 660 mm
Ground Clearance 5.3 in / 135 mm
Rake/trail 32.7o / 5.5 in / 140 mm
Dry Weight 672 lbs / 305 kg
GVWR 1,173 lbs / 532 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage, 3.0 in / 76 mm travel, preload adjustable spring

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Conventional
Front braking system 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel 18 x 8.5 in
Front Tire 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear Tire 250/40R18 Dunlop Elite 3

Color Options
Colors Solid Black

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball Review

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Victory with Sportbike edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball has a capacity1731 cc with Bore & Stroke 101 mm x 108 mm. For engine type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin.

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 1

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 2

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 3

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 4

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball 5

2011 Victory Hammer 8-Ball - Specifications
USA MSRP - $14,499 USD
Canada MSRP - $16,169 CDN

Engine
Engine Type 4-stroke 50o V-Twin
Cooling System Air / oil
Displacement 106 ci / 1731 cc
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression ratio 9.4 : 1
Valve train Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal / 17.0 ltr
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover
Oil capacity 5.0 qts / 4.75 ltr
Charging System 38 amps max output
Battery 12 volts / 18 amp hours
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Final Drive Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt

Chassis Dimensions
Length 93.1 in / 2366 mm
Wheelbase 65.7 in / 1669 mm
Seat Height 26 in / 660 mm
Ground Clearance 5.3 in / 135 mm
Rake/trail 32.7o / 5.5 in / 140 mm
Dry Weight 672 lbs / 305 kg
GVWR 1,173 lbs / 532 kg

Suspension
Front Suspension Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear Suspension Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage, 3.0 in / 76 mm travel, preload adjustable spring

Brakes
Brake Systmen Type Conventional
Front braking system 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear braking system 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Wheels and Tires
Front Wheel 18 x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel 18 x 8.5 in
Front Tire 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear Tire 250/40R18 Dunlop Elite 3

Color Options
Colors Solid Black

2011 Victory Vision Tour

2011 Victory Vision Tour Front View

2011 Victory Vision Tour Pictures

2011 Victory Vision Tour Rear Side View

2011 Victory Vision Tour

2011 Victory Vision Tour Front View

2011 Victory Vision Tour Pictures

2011 Victory Vision Tour Rear Side View

Victory Jackpot, 2009

Victory Jackpot, 2009

USA Specifications

MSRP $18,499.00

ENGINE
Engine 4-stroke, 50° V-twin, single overhead camshafts with 4-valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Displacement 106 ci (1,731 cc)
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle bodies
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Cooling Air / oil
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover

DIMENSIONS
Length 95.9 in. (2,435 mm)
Weight Dry: 649 lbs. (294 kg)
GVWR: 1,171 lbs. (531 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.3 in. (135 mm)
Wheelbase 66.3 in. (1,684 mm)
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal. (17 l)
Oil Capacity 5 qt. (4.75 l)
Seat Height 25.7 in. (653 mm)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Final Drive Carbon fiber reinforced belt
Suspension Front: Conventional telescopic fork, 43 mm fork tube; 5.1 in. (130 mm) travel
Rear: Single, mono-tube gas shock, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage swingarm, preload adjustable spring; 3 in. (75 mm) travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes Front: 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear: 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Tires Front: 90/90 21 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear: 250/40R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rake 32.9°
Trail 4.9 in. (125 mm)

Victory Kingpin, 2009

Victory Kingpin, 2009

USA Specifications
MSRP $16,399.00

ENGINE
Engine 4-stroke, 50° V-twin, single overhead camshafts with 4-valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Displacement 100 ci (1,634 cc)
Bore x Stroke 101 x 102 mm
Compression Ratio 8.7:1
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle bodies
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Cooling Air / oil
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover

DIMENSIONS
Length 99.5 in. (2,537 mm)
Weight Dry: 663 lbs. (301 kg)
GVWR: 1,234 lbs. (560 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.8 in. (148 mm)
Wheelbase 65.6 in. (1,666 mm)
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal. (17 l)
Oil Capacity 5 qt. (4.75 l)
Seat Height 26.5 in. (673 mm)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Final Drive Carbon fiber reinforced belt

Suspension Front: Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm fork tube; 5.1 in. (130 mm) travel
Rear: Single, mono-tube gas shock, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage swingarm, preload adjustable spring; 3.9 in. (100 mm) travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES

Brakes Front: 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper
Rear: 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Tires Front: 130/70 B18 Dunlop 491 Elite II
Rear: 180 55-B18 Dunlop D417
Rake 32.8°
Trail 5.4 in. (138 mm)

Victory Hammer S, 2009

Victory Hammer S, 2009

 

 

USA Specifications
MSRP $18,499.00

ENGINE
Engine 4-stroke, 50° V-twin, single overhead camshafts with 4-valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Gross Horsepower 97 hp
Displacement 106 ci (1,731 cc)
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle bodies
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Cooling Air / oil
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover

DIMENSIONS
Length 93.1 in. (2,366 mm)
Weight Dry: 669 lbs. (303 kg)
GVWR: 1,173 lbs. (532 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.8 in. (148 mm)
Wheelbase 65.7 in. (1,669 mm)
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal. (17 l)
Oil Capacity 5 qt. (4.75 l)
Seat Height 26.5 in. (673 mm)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Final Drive Carbon fiber reinforced belt
Suspension Front: Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm fork tube; 5.1 in. (130 mm) travel
Rear: Single, mono-tube gas shock, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage swingarm, preload adjustable spring; 3.9 in. (100 mm) travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes Front: Dual 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Rear: 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Tires Front: 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear: 250/40R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rake 32.7°
Trail 5.5 in. (140 mm)

Victory Hammer, 2009

Victory Hammer, 2009

USA Specifications

MSRP $17,499.00

ENGINE
Engine 4-stroke, 50° V-twin, single overhead camshafts with 4-valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters
Gross Horsepower 97 hp
Displacement 106 ci (1,731 cc)
Bore x Stroke 101 x 108 mm
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Electronic Fuel Injection with dual 45 mm throttle bodies
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Cooling Air / oil
Exhaust Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover

DIMENSIONS
Length 93.1 in. (2,366 mm)
Weight Dry: 669 lbs. (303 kg)
GVWR: 1,173 lbs. (532 kg)
Ground Clearance 5.8 in. (148 mm)
Wheelbase 65.7 in. (1,669 mm)
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal. (17 l)
Oil Capacity 5 qt. (4.75 l)
Seat Height 26.5 in. (673 mm)

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed overdrive constant mesh
Primary Drive Gear drive with torque compensator
Final Drive Carbon fiber reinforced belt
Suspension Front: Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm fork tube; 5.1 in. (130 mm) travel
Rear: Single, mono-tube gas shock, cast aluminum with rising rate linkage swingarm, preload adjustable spring; 3.9 in. (100 mm) travel

BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes Front: Dual 300 mm floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Rear: 300 mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Tires Front: 130/70R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rear: 250/40R18 Dunlop Elite 3
Rake 32.7°
Trail 5.5 in. (140 mm)