Test rides

[sleepy2]

Just got back from Yamaha test ride at The Power Garage(new Yamaha dealer) in Woodstock Ontario.They had about 15 bikes-- took out the Warrior(not for me) then finally got to drive a second generation Venture. Now I know what everyone is complaining about the WWWWHHHHIIINNNEEE talk about annoying,could hardly pay attention to radio and driving.Bike only had 195klms on it.If this whine is that bad on other peoples bikes I'm glad I didn't buy one .Was fine as long as I didn't give it gas but I wouldn't have gone anywhere otherwise.Talked to rep about it and he said it has been this way since beginning and will probably be that way until new model(maybe)He would like to also see the new V-max engine put in it.

[SilvrT]

I rode a Victory Vision today!!! Also rode '09 Harley Ultra!!! Well, well well well...

 

The Vision... Very impressed with the comfort, driver positioning, and handling. Heated seat, heated grips, adjustable windshield...power... lots of power...had her up to 180km....very smooth and stable yet even in parking lots, that bike is a breeze to ride. Downside...didn't like the "rattly" sound of the engine... wife didn't like how much higher up she was and even with the windshield up, she was getting a lot of buffeting. Passenger footrests for her weren't very well positioned and little to zero room for adjustments.

 

The Ultra...I rode that one twice but it was a controlled ride with a bunch of others (not so on the Vision). Second time out we got up to speed a bit more... great ride... smooth, good power, handling is a breeze. Downside...only 2...handlebars too low and forward for me...would have to change them. Potholes seemed to cause the rear suspension to hit hard...maybe that's just some adjustment? Other than that, I like it a lot. Wife liked it a lot too...seating and foot rest position was real good for her and a lot less wind than the Victory.

 

For the extra money I'd buy the Harley.

 

Can't wait to test out that new Voyager.