Victory's 2009 Model Launch

For its 10th birthday, "The New American Motorcycle" company launched its '09 fleet at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. The "men in black" (Victory staff) looked excited about something. We think it was the release of a 10th Anniversary extremely limited-edition Vision Tour loaded with comfort controls, a Reverse gear, and much more. Or maybe they were excited to reveal their new friendship with Roland Sands Design (RSD). Sands was given a cruiser to dress up with his own style. It could also have been the fact that Zach Ness-son of Cory, grandson of Arlen-was given a bike to customize. Why not continue on with the Ness lineage? Either way, all the surprises were welcomed warmly by attendees of the launch and could be very beneficial to Victory's longevity.

As for the '09 cruisers (non-Vision models), there were a few changes made. They were treated with brighter LED taillights-two times brighter than before-lightweight Stingray cast wheels with silver spoke highlights (for certain models), and new paint combinations.

The biggest change came for the Vegas Jackpot, Hammer, and Hammer S. These models now come standard with Victory's new Next Generation Freedom 106ci motor and six-speed drivetrain package, which steps up the horsepower and torque numbers, according to Victory officials. Both Visions still get the 106/6 package. The Kingpin, Kingpin Tour, Kingpin Low, Vegas, and Vegas Low come with a 100ci motor with six-speed transmission. The Kingpin 8-Ball and Vegas 8-Ball feature standard 100ci motors and five-speed transmissions.

Other exciting news for the touring models was that both the Visions have been given the option of having a Reverse gear (does not come standard), and they have been fitted with new speakers that utilize a new tweeter for improved sound quality and increased volume output.

We've listed some of the high-lights from Victory's '09 model launch. For more information on pricing contact your Victory dealer. If you would like more information about Victory's entire lineup for 2009, visithttp://www.victory-usa.com

10th Anniversary Victory Vision TourFor its 10th Anniversary, Victory launched a very limited-edition Vision Tour, of which only 100 models were produced and sold on a first come, first served basis. This bike comes with an XM radio, iPod cord, GPS and mount, and a CB and Communications System with one headset. Also, a Reverse gear has been added for those who don't like manually backing up their bikes.