http://www.viewpoints.com/Motorcycles Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:39:07 GMT Reviews about Motorcycles http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-V-Star-650-Classic-2007-Motorcycle-review-16353 2007 650 Custom V-Star — The Bike I own is red with a Silver Strip, it attracts attention all the time.  The 650 Custom is easy to ride because it shifts smooth and easy, the balance is perfect.  I'm a smaller petite size so I am not very strong to hold up a big heavy bike. The seat is lower so I sit comfortable.  This gives me more confidence in riding. — The 650 can do Highway miles with ease, I can go 70 without even knowing, it just glides. The sound of the pipes are not very loud, they are tough sounding, they rumble and growl.  If you want a classy look with all the power,  the 650 Custom is right up there with the best of them.  This is the sharpest looking bike with all the style! —... Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:39:07 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-V-Star-650-Classic-2007-Motorcycle-review-16353 poupabr 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-XL-1200C-Sportster-Custom-2000-Motorcycle-review-fef33 Talking about the Harley Davidson 1200 custom sportster from a womens point of view, I would call it the perfect bike for a woman wanting to ride a bike by herself.  I ride my bike every where I go (weather permitting) and I am glad that Harley Davidson gave me the opportunity to enjoy their... Sun, 13 Jul 2008 19:46:57 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-XL-1200C-Sportster-Custom-2000-Motorcycle-review-fef33 rrspetaluma37 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VTX1800-Retro-2004-Motorcycle-review-23962 I am a proud owner of a Honda VTX1800! There is no other bike that compares. I get asked everyday why I don't own a Harley? All I have to say is if you've ever get a chance to ride a VTX 1800 take it. The VTX is the most customizible bike around. I have easily added ape hanger handlebars, screamin eagle pipes, and numerous other things and I still haven't come close to what I would have to pay for a Harley. Also, Harley doesn't have an 1800cc engine either. This bike isn't made for smaller people though. It is a huge bike with a very stable ride. If your over 6 foot tall try it you'll like... Sun, 06 Jul 2008 05:48:24 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VTX1800-Retro-2004-Motorcycle-review-23962 maddogbandit 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-Rebel-450-1987-Motorcycle-review-f0502 I have owned both a 1969 CB450 and now a 1987 Rebel 450 CMX.  Love them both.  The 87 is solid, dependable transportation.  It starts every time, and with 28000 miles, still has great compression and gets an average 68.5 mpg.  Just goes to show you not all are lemons.  It has had a new clutch and chain @ 25k, had routine maintenance other than that.  I love my... Fri, 04 Jul 2008 11:40:14 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-Rebel-450-1987-Motorcycle-review-f0502 majorpjd 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VT1100C3-Shadow-Aero-2001-Motorcycle-review-03314 I purchased a 1999 Shadow VT1100c3 Aero from a private owner with less than 3000 miles on it.  This bike is AWESOME!  I was a bit concerned about these v-twin bikes vibrating after reading a few reviews, but those concerns melted away after I took this bike for a spin!  It was really a non-issue. — The bike has plenty of hp for 2-up riding and can move when you want it to.  Even with the 1100cc engine, I get about 45-48mpg.. and that is really nice with $4.15 per gallon of gas.  — The Shadow Aero is a great looking bike.  It rides great and handles well.  Speeds up to 60mph are very nice, but it gets a bit of vibration over 60mph.  The maintenance on this bike is very minimal since it is shaft driven.  No chain to oil, adjust, or replace.  It is made with Honda quality and very reliable.  I would recommend this bike to anyone. —... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:35:23 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VT1100C3-Shadow-Aero-2001-Motorcycle-review-03314 floodmylife 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Kawasaki-Vulcan-800-Classic-2000-Motorcycle-review-0cc11 I've had this bike for 3 years now, and it has consistently delivered 52+mpg.  It has plenty of power for 2 riders.  The seat height is low so it's comfortable for shorter riders.  The parts are typically priced for a motorcycle, and the oil filter can be purchased at non-cycle places saving the rider money.  The factory seat is adequate for the rider, but I updated mine due to the lack of padding for long rides for my... Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:15:11 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Kawasaki-Vulcan-800-Classic-2000-Motorcycle-review-0cc11 highwaydevil 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Suzuki-Boulevard-M50-2006-Motorcycle-review-74d43 I highly recommend this motorcycle for performance and handling. The 805cc engine is water cooled and fuel injection giving you all the power you will need. — The stock seat is highly uncomfortable because your tailbone sits on 2 bolts underneath the cushion. After a 30 minute ride you begin to experience some real pain in tailbone. To provide relief I ordered a custom Corbin leather seat which will fit the Suzuki M50 and the good news is that you do not have to reconfigure anything because one bolt already in place is all it takes to attach one piece seat which includes room for a passenger. —... Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:54:43 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Suzuki-Boulevard-M50-2006-Motorcycle-review-74d43 Budrow 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Triumph-America-2007-Motorcycle-review-a33b1 Last October (2007), I bought an '07 Bonneville America from Erico Motorsports in Denver. I have put about 900 miles on it since, and I have to tell you that I love it. — — The 07/08 Triumph lineup is sweet indeed. I ahve been wanting an America or Speedmaster for the past few years, and in October, when Triumph was doing their $1200 in accessories special, I called around and made myself a deal on a shiny new America. — — The first thing I did to it was to remove the air injection and replace the pipes with a set that has a little more attitude. Off the showroom floor the America and Speedmaster bikes sound like sewing machines. — — I also added the Triumph leather saddle bags, a tachometer, tinted flyscreen, Kuryakyn Grips,and the leather tank cover. It's a real head-turner everywhere it goes. — — I am also enjoying the gas savings in this current economic environment. While the America isn't necessarily designed to get as good of... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:02:47 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Triumph-America-2007-Motorcycle-review-a33b1 pblanton 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-FZ-6-2007-Motorcycle-review-64e02 The 2007 Yamaha FZ-6 is a very versatile, middleweight with fuel injected R6 power and light, strong aluminum frame with a swing arm, four-pot brake caliper, fairing, seat, and fuel injection. The bike is strongly built to do almost anything and to take you anywhere. This is the bike you will ride to work during the week and through serpentines in the weekends, satisfaction included. — The headlights give the bike its cool looking face and the windscreen provides aerodynamics. Fairing, windscreen and high quality paint look great and reduce turbulence. The gas tank has a very modern design and it looks like an integrated part of the aluminum frame. This Yamaha FZ6 has a very comfortable seat but more important it's what's under the seat: a stainless steel exhaust system with head shield which looks cool and doesn't interfere with passengers or luggage. — The bike's technical features make it as attractive as it's looks. The 600cc liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC four... Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:26:32 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-FZ-6-2007-Motorcycle-review-64e02 Sharkopath 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Dyna-Super-Glide-Low-Rider-FXDL-2005-Motorcycle-review-2a0a4 Rides like the wind. A smooth clean ride. Reliable parts, and service is not needed to much. Great cycle for any type of fan. also this is a great ride fo anyone who is just getting a motorcycle for the first time becuse it is very user firendly and you can learn easy how to eride one on one of these great... Fri, 20 Jun 2008 13:25:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Dyna-Super-Glide-Low-Rider-FXDL-2005-Motorcycle-review-2a0a4 ianman133 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Softail-Deluxe-2008-Motorcycle-review-a9de4 Harley-Davidson has developed some exciting bikes since they became employee owned, teetering on the verge of bankruptcy in the mid-eighties. What a turn around for the company, from just about out of business to a lean and mean organization that has case studies written about the excellence of its management for use in prestigious business schools. — — Harley's strength has always been in their heavyweight motorcycles and they have an impressive array of models to choose from. Each model has plenty of unique details to delight your eye and the thumpa-thump idle is guaranteed to ignite your desire for the open road. — — The 2008 Harley Softail Deluxe is a member of the Softail family, one of the three divisions of the heavyweight motorcycle line. There are seven other members of the Softail family to choose from, ranging from mild to wild, but all with that unmistakable 96 cubic inch monster V-Twin with the rumbling exhaust. — — The Softail... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:13:03 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Softail-Deluxe-2008-Motorcycle-review-a9de4 GeorgeChabot 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Dyna-Superglide-2008-Motorcycle-review-52aa5 This is my first Harley. The saleman at Rout 66 here in Tulsa was great turning me on to this bike. I have 2500 miles on her in three months the sound of this big engine and the way she handles is great.. The wife loves it as much as I do.. Tonight after a 10 hour day the wife wanted to go riding.. NOW YOU TELL ME.. — The only thing I had to complan about is the Head light for me it's don't put out enough light — But I am getting older. — Thanks guys and gal's for a nice riding bike.. — Rich — retired USN —... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 06:13:44 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Dyna-Superglide-2008-Motorcycle-review-52aa5 Navyvet46 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-Rancher-4x4-2006-Motorcycle-review-715a6 Honda has built one of the best things to crawl the earth and it is a 4x4, 4 Wheeler. A 2006 Honda Rancher 4x4 Automatic 350. I have never had a problem with the 4x4 and has always has started on the first try. I have seen this 4 wheeler in action in the field and I knew the was the 4 wheeler I wanted to call my own. — ... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 19:10:09 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-Rancher-4x4-2006-Motorcycle-review-715a6 mudhauls 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-FLSTF-Fat-Boy-2008-Motorcycle-review-c97c0 The Fat Boy is a member of the Harley Softail family with the sleek appearance of the old rigid frame Harleys of yesteryear but the modern ride comfort of the shock absorbers hidden underneath. — — The name comes from the brawny appearance with the chunky tires fore and aft, large chrome forks, and 5 gallon gas tank. There is nothing fat about the engine, Harley-Davidson's proven Twin Cam B V-Twin whose displacement is 96 cubic inches (1600 cc). The engine has ESPFI - Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection standard for easy start up and better fuel economy. With the new fuel injection, it is just like a modern automobile, you start it up and go without choking and waiting until it can run without staggering and stumbling. The Big Twin gives loads of performance for your driving pleasure. — — The Fat Boy has a six-speed wide ratio gearbox that allows you to drive at all speeds and take advantage of the famous Harley powerband with its low end torque.... Sun, 08 Jun 2008 23:04:12 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-FLSTF-Fat-Boy-2008-Motorcycle-review-c97c0 GeorgeChabot 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-V-Star-Classic-2005-Motorcycle-review-424e 2005 Yamaha V-Star Classic — — This is a full sized cruiser at a mid-sized price. The Yamaha V-Star Classic takes its styling cues from the old Harley Davidson cruisers of the 1950s with the rigid frame and large V Twin engine. — — Yamaha goes a step further past the appearance and updates the bike to take advantage of the modern technology available to make a world class motorcycle at an affordable price. — The V-Star Classic has a 650 cc engine (40 cubic inch) with single overhead cams, dual Mikuni carburetors, and shaft drive. The shaft gets its power from the five speed transmission and the horsepower is adequate for some pretty substantial thrills and 80 MPH freeway jaunts. — — In my opinion, this is the bike all the Japanese Harley clones want to be; the V Star has the most authentic look and feel of any of the Japanese V Twin cruisers. It is exactly the same dimensions as a Harley Big Twin and rides with very much the same... Wed, 21 May 2008 18:11:37 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Yamaha-V-Star-Classic-2005-Motorcycle-review-424e GeorgeChabot 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Cross-Bones-2008-Motorcycle-review-db3f3 I've had my "Bones for about 2 months now, whish I could say I have had it longer - but the Crossbones hasn't been available for long. — — The first thing that grabbed me was the way it looks, it's got what you need, and quite a few nice features.  When you ride away on tis bike you will notice that the engine, although hard mounted to the frame dosen't vibrate particularly, this due to the 96B Balanced engine.  The next thing that grabs you is "Lord this thing has a bunch of torque"-open the throttle and this fuel injected gem takes off - what a rush.  Power is there when ever you want it, just twist 'er tail. The 6 speed transmission shifts smooth and has nice gear ratios.  By the way, when you  shift into 6th you'll be moving - or lugging the free revving engine-6th is for when you want to go 80 or better, and she loves to go fast.  With the well sorted out fuel injection system starts are quick and the bike is ready to go when you are.... Mon, 19 May 2008 22:36:33 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Cross-Bones-2008-Motorcycle-review-db3f3 Horizon 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Cross-Bones-2008-Motorcycle-review-6f806 2008 Harley-Davidson Cross Bones — — A new model for 2008, Harley-Davidson's Cross Bones reminds me of an old 1940s or 50s Harley, stripped down with the large bicycle seat, ape hanger handlebars, and the body color springer fork. The bike is devoid of garbage and has a large front tire and mildly custom fenders instead of the big square stock types. — — The bike has a few nice surprises, like the footboards instead of pegs, and the heel and toe shifter and large rubber brake pedal all of which add rider comfort along with the cushy solo seat with the nifty chrome springs. — — Speaking of springs, the gloss black springer fork has four of them, all chrome. The rest of the bike is all gloss black, with a startling chrome accent here and there, just for good measure. The speedo is mounted inside a gloss black console and has a new face that looks cool. — — The engine is the Twin Cam B 96 cubic inch fuel injected model with a... Sun, 18 May 2008 23:14:01 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Harley-Davidson-Cross-Bones-2008-Motorcycle-review-6f806 GeorgeChabot 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Suzuki-M50-2007-Motorcycle-review-a3f44 Those seeking a Harley sound should stick with Harley's. — That's always been the way I look at it, and I tire of being told that I need to put pipes on my bike to make it sound "more throaty".  — My Boulevard is a great bike.  Carrying myself and my wife (a combined 270 lbs-we're not big), this thing has a lot of punch left over, even climbing hills.  Obviously if you're a bigger guy with a bigger gal, I suggest you move to a larger Boulevard. — The stock seats aren't bad, but can quickly be improved with a sissy bar for this mrs.  The price is in the reasonable 7500 dollar range, which fits the bike.  The shaft drive is nice for those of us who are chain-wary, and the only "should have" would be a tac-o-meter. — Overall, it's a solid bike for any level of rider, plenty of power for those of us in the small-mid size range. —... Tue, 13 May 2008 00:38:21 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Suzuki-M50-2007-Motorcycle-review-a3f44 somedudejustin 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Royal-Enfield-Bullet-500-Military-1999-Motorcycle-review-23293 I love this bike. It gets a lot of compliments while filling up ata the pump.  I love military history and this bike deffientlly fills that part.  This bike is the oldest bike still in production. There are lots of extras for these vintage bikes.  Also a great communtiy forum at royalenfield.com. —... Mon, 12 May 2008 04:52:06 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Royal-Enfield-Bullet-500-Military-1999-Motorcycle-review-23293 Mwinter 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VT1100C-Shadow-Spirit-2001-Motorcycle-review-fe352 Bike rides great. Had it for a few motnsh now.  I have taken it on a few longer trips so far and love it.  Gas mileages seems to be around 50 or so  miles per gallon on the highway.  I have gotten a few extras for it, such as a memphis windshield, backrest lugage rack and saddle bags.  The bike looks sharp and sounds great. I am really happy with what I got and what I paid for it. — ... Mon, 12 May 2008 04:47:10 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Honda-VT1100C-Shadow-Spirit-2001-Motorcycle-review-fe352 Mwinter 5