Here's a list of bikes we've ridden and reviewed:
* Buell 1125R
This bike could've gone on to win races and change the world.
* Buell Lightning
This bike went as far into Sport Bike territory that Buell could go while using a Sportster Engine. Hint: It's pretty far!
* Buell Ulysses
This bike was a world class adventure touring bike. It could've settled into a number 2 spot under the BMW GS, given time and proper corporate support.
* Harley Davidson Dyna Street Bob
This is classic Harley Davidson "factory custom" which has the look and feel of a customized bike, but is straight from the factory. It's a concept they've invested in heavily, and there are lots of happy folks buying customized-from-factory bikes like this.
* Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide
This entry level Dyna is an underspoken Harley. It has classic Harley look and feel, but it has comfortable mid-mounted controls, a low seat height, and all the modern features. It's the practical beauty I bought for my wife.
* Harley Davidson Night Rod Special
Harley takes a core bike like the V-Rod, darkens the frame, and the motor, paints the bike in flat black, and calls it a Night Rod Special. I call it variations on a theme.
* Harley Davidson Nightster
Take that metaphorical "Can Of Blackness" and apply it to the Sportster, and you get the Nightster. A sheep in black sheep's clothing.
* Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle
A truly revolutionary bike, based on Harley's innovate water-cooled, German engineered V-Twin engine. Plenty of power.
* Harley Davidson XR1200
Rearset pegs and high cornering clearance on a Harley Davidson. It was originally only sold in Europe, but is doing quite well here.
* Honda Gold Wing GL1100
Honda invented the true "Touring Motorcycle" and you should experience one of the originals. The Original Wing was sold Naked, with aftermarket bags and fairings which could be added. Honda listened to the marketplace, and created their first custom-built dedicated Touring Motorcycle.
* Honda Interceptor
Honda believes in the V4 engine, and placed into its showcase platform for new technology, the Honda Interceptor.
* Honda Magna VF750C
Knowing the wonderful V4 engine had a broader appeal, and broader capabilities, than just sport bike riding, they transplanted the V4 into a cruiser frame, and the original "Power Cruiser" bike was born, the Honda Magna. Unlike other bikes who claim the title "Power Cruiser", this one is affordable, comfortable, and the power is where you can use it.
* Victory Kingpin Tour
I think it's great that America has competition for the role of "America's Bike Manufacturer". I am impressed with the fact that they built these bikes from the ground up with new technology; not encombuered by tradition or history. As a result, they've built smart looking, good riding motorcycles. They've garnered a loyal following. Will they ever enjoy the legendary brand loyalty that Harley Davidson does?
* Victory Vegas 8-Ball
A stripped down verion of the Victory Vegas - a single seat, all blacked out version of their entry level cruiser appeals to me for its simplicity. It ran smoothly, with little vibration. The drive train has an uncharacteristic whine that says, this isn't a Harley Davidson. I suppose it depends on what you're looking for. This one lacked the raw visceral experience of a Harley Ride, but it promised a different sort of ride. Is this the ride you want for yourself?
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