I don't understand why the Honda VTX 1800 is not on here, but I got mine delivered to my shop in Chattanooga Tennessee. The Guy was 4⅐ hours away in a little part of Alabama. I bought the bike and even give the guy a hundred dollar bill for gas. I have a total of $3,600 in it and it's only got 22,000 original miles on it. I am the second owner and I just changed the oil for the third time in it's life time.
I've got a 1800c . Stripped 172 .7 lbs off of it . It's was a blast stock , but now it's just a beast . Dropped the heavy exhaust, cut off every bracket not structural, cut of rear pegs , saved 15lbs by going with a set of cnc aluminum controls , solo seat , cut 75% of the fenders off , switch housings gone , ignition is gone ( just a little 2 oz switch now) saved 11lbs by going with a lithium battery, aluminum pegs , put lightweight aluminum spoke wheels on it and many other heavy weight crap off and gone. Oh , and I also personally lost 50 lbs myself ,215 down to 165 ish. Next I'm looking for a small shot of nitrous , if I can figure out how much this engine can handle without blowing up.
Haven't taken it yet, but I just got a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak. I'm excited. I looked at a Rocket 3 Classic, but I didn't fit on it properly.
Man, it's sad that it is a rare occurrence to see the 3rd generation Honda Magnas mentioned on any list. 12.5 1/4 mile, 4.5 0-60, dirt cheap and reliable, smooth and able to take a corner, always left behind on lists because it is a 750cc V4. Love that bike
Love that the Vulcan S 650 is kicking it on a list with some absolute beasts. Goes to show that even though its very beginner friendly its still a great bike for all levels.
got mine with a aprovic exhaust and a corbin seat the bike sounds incredible and is much comfier, its honestly a blast to own, when I make some cash the next bike id go with is probably the scout just because of how pretty it looks and the extra horses But If I could get my hands on one tho I REALLY want a victory OCTANE those things are just amazing@@KC-he6kc
The honda vtx1800 should definitely be there, its the one that started it all! In 1999, it was the largest displacement production V-twin in the world. And it is fast!
Top of the DAY. A good mention the honda MAGNA'S , VTX1800. My $3000 VF750CD MAGNA with VANCE AND HINES exhaust system, DYNATEC 3000 cdi , K & N air filter, 17tooth front sprocket, vfr750r carburetors. DESTROY MY VTX1800F AND MOST of the BIKES in your comparison.
My '04 yamaha roadstar warrior cost me $2,900! Came with 2 seats, a battery tender, and a new Bridgestone front tire(unmounted) and I guarantee it will keep up! 🤨👀💯💥
I have a 2004 V2k with about 47k miles. I was going to be disappointed if it didn’t make this list! Thing is a monster! Fast and comfortable and doesn’t feel as heavy as it is…
The VTX 1800 is a great bike to flip, as well. Found a T model, guy wanted $3k. Talked him down to $2k. Old guy, original owner, in much too bad of shape to ride anymore. The bike needed some TLC after sitting for a couple years. Had bags and a wonderfully comfortable Mustang seat. Replaced brake pads, tires, fuel pump, and all new fluids. About 6 to 8 hours of cleaning/polishing wheels and chrome. Had about $700 and 12-15 hours of work into it. Sold it for $5300. Was a nice flip, but kind of wish I kept that bike. Was a great cruiser.
Sean, as other commenters have stated, you seriously dropped the ball on this one by not even mentioning the VTX 1800. I don't think there's a better bargain out there for under $5k.
Vmax 1700 is on my short list of bikes I will own in the future. Thanks for putting this together! The Valkyrie is an awesome motorcycle and affordable!
Yeah...My Scout is a bit more than $5k, but it is so damned light, and has a great power band. It's definitely not the fastest, but it's got it where it counts...and does it in style. 😎
I just bought a 2005 Honda VTX 1800F for $5000 and love it. The power is impressive. 101 hp and 117 ft lbs of torque. Really thought it would be on this list. Oh well, the lists of 100 greatest guitar players never includes Billy Strings.
Flat Six, I never heard it called that before but makes total sense. I've always called it the boxer engine, and they're phenomenal. Some of the most reliable engines are flat six, like Subaru and Goldwing. I'd take the Valkyrie of all of those, for longevity.
Ive been in love with the thought of riding for a long time but now even more my brother had dreams of starting a bike club within our family its all he talked about and its the one thing that made him truly happy he would tell me get a bike bro we have to ride i was the only one without a bike. Well he was killed on the second of August in a shooting and i never got the chance to ride with him we are keeping his original logo concept but now will call it johnnys riders in memory of him but unfortunately i lost my job do to a work injury soo i didnt have the funds to buy a bike at the time and ride with him and its one of my biggest regrets. Recently i was givin his helmet and i js look at it daily and i say one day bro i js wanna ride i js wanna feel some peice of my brother again im js asking for help i feel like god brang me to your channel for a reason bcz at this moment im falling apart with him being gone. Im js asking if there is any chance that u have a bike that u do not use? Or maybe something i can work for u to own? i js wanna ride for him thats all and i realize this is a long shot but i js dont know what to do anymore i js keep praying and begging god for some form of an angel to help me get through all this.. Anyways thank u for what u do brother god bless u and everything u do and i hope this message reachs you some how..
What you should do is call him. Google SRKCYCLES and call him or email him. You could also send this message to him in a new video of his not a 1 year old video. He might see it
Dude, my wife of 41 years rides. Her first scooter was a Kawasaki 800 V-Twin with a 36 tooth rear sprocket. 10 hr putts @ 80 mph....no problem. Then she bought a 2006 HD Deluxe. Now her favorite scooter of all, '96 HD Springer FX. When we bought it in 2010 it dynode @ 120 HP. It Was fast! In 2014 the factory computer with rev limiter (5500rpm) failed and I put old school points & condenser in. Wow, this Ladies bike has no rev limit. @ 7 or 8,000 rpm it must be pulling 140-150 HP. And bud she knows how to ride fast including reverse steering. She really turns me on. Out here on the Left Coast you could always find us going to Ventura riding side by side holding hands @ 80 mph down I-5. Love your tube & Love your prayers brother. Be Blessed
If anyone has gone this far, let it be known that we are a Virtuous husband and wife to Jesus and to each other, and we have been bikers all our lives. Jesus forgave us for our mistakes from our outlaw dayz. He can and will for you if you ask for Him to. Love Us
Shawn, hope spelled that right? Just found out a few moments ago that SRK is closing the doors today. First off i beg to differ with you regarding your comment about you in not being a good orator I got one thing your speaking skills are fantastic! In addition to your speaking skills I think rather that it's just your personality that gets an A+. I have found you to be the only motorcycle man I care to listen to. I want to thank you for the many things I have learned listening to you.
Let's give the Rocket 3 some love here. It's faster than any of the bikes on the video (except the Vmax, which isn't a cruiser anyway) and there's plenty of them for less than $5000.
Seems you overlooked the Suzuki Marauder (Kawasaki Mean Streak) 1600, plenty of power, looks, styling down to the 6 puck front calipers borrowed from the Hayabusa. Dirt cheap and easy to maintain. Great vid. Thumbs up.
V45 Magna is very quick and not too heavy at 500lb. V65 is an absolute animal, but heavier and higher seat height. Both can be had well under $5k. Of the bunch, I personally prefer the 85-86 VF700C and you can get a mint one for under $2k. Best bargain out there and seriously under-appreciated bikes. Also watch out for Ducati Diavel prices coming down. They can be had for $7k now and put every bike on this list to shame. Absurdly fast bikes.
If you are going to include the Indian Scout then you should include the Triumph Rocket III. With a three cyclinder 140.0 cu/in motor (3 litre) it is the largest capacity production motorcycle. It is Briddish.
Badly want the Indian but must admit the 650 Vulcan had never been on my radar but after seeing you mention them multiple times, it being affordable,fast,and a good looking bike they definitely haven't attention now.
G'day mate, I haven't owned a cruiser yet, but if I do get the urge, at least there are some fun/fast options. More bike shops should you tube like yourself. I am sure it increases your business in the U.S.A. Aussie bike shops should get onto it. Love the vids, keep up the good work. Cheers Ant.
My buddy has the smaller engine m90... that thing scraps pegs during casual rides on twisty roads. If the roads off camber your practically going to be forced to sub speed limits just so your foot peg wont be turned to dust.
I rode a 2020 demo scout and I found the seating poster way too close to a sportbike in my opinion. Power was super smooth and shifting was relatively smooth other than 1st and 2nd gear, those are a little rough like most other bikes. I also found the suspension a little jarring even for minor bumps in the road(and im also young!) other than that, with a few upgrades the bike would be completely awesome.
@bob marley Because they are very uncomfortable to ride. They look cool but after a while when you are riding and nobody is around to show it off too. you are just stuck with a bike that you can't wait to get off of.
Agreed, the Octane is slightly faster stock, it might weigh less as well. Great video, but definitely forgot to mention the Victory Octane as well as pretty much all the variations of the Honda Magna.
Depending on year and model. Prices are going up. My 92 vmx12d. 5328 orig. Miles is going up in price. Mine has the gold on cam covers and in windows in front rim. Also clutch and water pump covers. Was told by a couple different peeps that it's a full power special edition. Dont know for sure, but one offered me 10g for. And I turned down with no regrets. Still looks new. People always ask is that a new bike. Yeah 28yrs ago. Only mods are stage 7 kit and ufo 4-1 dragstars.
@@garry3013 Very nice! Most I know had to change their seats almost immediately. I kept my stock but i have to admit, it was one of the least comfy seats, especially when riding longer than 30 minutes.
Completely agree with you on the valkyrie having a sick note with the six in six. I'm looking to get one eventually. Only being 5'5" on a good day, they sure are intemidating up close haha
To contextualize the insanity of the VMax, when it was released in 1985 it had 145 hp. A 1985 Mustang GT had 210 hp. Imagine if someone came out with a 320 hp cruiser today, it would be f***ing nutty.
I've got an 08 I bought new, it's a monster with bolt on mods and I have no issues carving corners. It's rock solid on high speed sweepers unless you're a rookie.
I have a motorcycle review magazine from when the Valkyrie was released and in the specifications, it stated the 0-60 on the stock Valkyrie was 3.7 seconds, not the mid 4's. On the cover, it also shows the valkyrie going down the highway doing a wheelie. I was read the six into six Cobra pipes made the bike lose about 10hp. I don't know how your bike sounds like a formula one. My Valkyrie, and everyone I've heard sounds like my 1970 Dodge Charger 500 with dual glass pack mufflers on it. Very basset. I love my Cobra pipes.
I ride the Kawasaki Vulcan S with abs. I absolutely love it. Yes they are an ergofit bike. Fast out of the gate and stamina. Comfortable, nimble and LIGHT.
Sheesh! Five grand?! Sorry, but I don't have that kind of spare change, so I decided to learn how to rebuild carbs. Then I picked up a V-65 for $300 that had been sitting for 23 years. A month later, I was riding around on it. Sold that and bought an old KZ1300 for $200 (also not running), and was riding it after a couple months. Sold that, and was recently given (free!!) a ZL1000 Eliminator that had been parked with fuel in it for 14 years. The fuel made its way into the crankcase which made for an interesting (messy) oil change and, like the others, required complete carb rebuilds. Anyone can do this and save literally thousands of duckets while blasting around on bikes with over 100 horsepower!
If you ever get a Kawasaki ZL1000 in, not the 900 Eliminator, let me know. I wanted one since the came out in 87, I was 17 years old. I can still remember the magazine ad picture and headline “0 - 60 mph in 2.2 seconds.” Yeah baby! The MAX is was and is still king though, and I own a 2014 MAX, but I am nostalgic and want a ZL1000.
Well, my 1995 1400 Intruder,has awesome overtaking power, don't have any of that windshield, luggage and all that kind of crap on it,naked bike, have it for 17 years, the most I've ever spent on it in one go was 300euros for a new regulator.
Pricing aside ($5k MIGHT get you mine used) but I'd put the title of my 2010 Kawasaki V2K on the line against any stock cruiser (I don't consider the VMax a cruiser, more of a standard) with confidence that I'd be owning a new bike -especially since it is now stripped down to bobber. 141 ft/lbs of torque and 114 horsepower stock. I've got a car tire on the back that eliminates most spin. Quick, quick, quick! Don't take this to mean I think it's the fastest cruiser out there, it's close enough that I wouldn't be afraid to run any of them.
Your choices are really funny. My $3000 Sportster S (tuned away from EPA compliance of course) will eat all but the Vmax. My 80 XJ750 does the same thing. The Magna is no slouch either. As far as the Indian, the Victory Octane was cheaper and faster then the Scout right out of the box and they are the same chassis and engine design.
This is one hell of a list. Are these bikes still made in 2022? (Anyone) I've had supersports for years. But these bikes look beautiful and are changing my mind. Thank you
V-Rod in decent conditions is no less than 9k M109R pushes 9-11k 1200-1800cc are like luxury buisness class cars - they dont really drop much in price. And considering they are not in production anymore collector value keeps their prices
M109R is 5000 or less in most cases. Some that are decked out with mods are more than that. The VTX1800 is between 3 & 5000 in some cases if modded out they are more.
@@eddieburton677 USA market maybe. Europe amd the rest of the world is pretty damn expensive. Heck Honda Shadow 750 costs from $6000-7000 below 15k mileage
Had a Victory Octane and loved it. Would have kept it if I didn't need the money. Sucker was quick and had a maintenance schedule that read like a cars.
Hi Sean. The Indian Scout is what the HD Sportster should have been. Test rode a Scout. Then test rode a Sportster 48. liked the Sportster much more. Ended up with a 2019 Fat Boy. No regrets.
B4 i WATCH i thumbs Up. There better be a Honda.. I remember the Old Valkyrie Commercial's on tv Back when... didn't Honda 99-01 Shadows have a 1,900cc
@@royaltybuiltco because if you live in an urban setting it won't be very fun for inner city riding. Something like a first gen Night Rod gets gobs of power but with the mid controls you can use it on tight twisty technical roads, the 180 rear tire makes it flickable enough you can enjoy it in an urban environment, and of course, enough power to leave everyone on the highway behind you. The M109R has power for the highway and uh.... It looks pretty And uh... ... That's about it
@@YouMotorcycle Good point of view, much appreciated and yeah it does look good. I live right on the edge of the country and suburbs, but I have a long commute to work. So I think it'll be a good fit later on in life
Man the Vulcan s punches above its weight class. Bike makers need to put more sportbike engines in cruiser chassis like they used to, they should bring back the eliminator and magna lines.
I don't understand why the Honda VTX 1800 is not on here, but I got mine delivered to my shop in Chattanooga Tennessee. The Guy was 4⅐ hours away in a little part of Alabama. I bought the bike and even give the guy a hundred dollar bill for gas. I have a total of $3,600 in it and it's only got 22,000 original miles on it. I am the second owner and I just changed the oil for the third time in it's life time.
EXACTLY RIGHT JUST PROVES BIAS OPINION
Everyone always overlooks the vtx 1800. Killer bikes, insanely reliable, $3,000 can get you a decent one.
I had that in my last video. Your right it’s an amazing bike, and a huge power house
Honda vtx is a dream bike. Awesome machine.
Only the people who don't know or they have their own motorcycle Hang-Ups cuz that VTX 1800 I can personally attest it's a beast👊👊
Not i Sweden cost 6000 and up😱
I've got a 1800c . Stripped 172 .7 lbs off of it . It's was a blast stock , but now it's just a beast . Dropped the heavy exhaust, cut off every bracket not structural, cut of rear pegs , saved 15lbs by going with a set of cnc aluminum controls , solo seat , cut 75% of the fenders off , switch housings gone , ignition is gone ( just a little 2 oz switch now) saved 11lbs by going with a lithium battery, aluminum pegs , put lightweight aluminum spoke wheels on it and many other heavy weight crap off and gone. Oh , and I also personally lost 50 lbs myself ,215 down to 165 ish. Next I'm looking for a small shot of nitrous , if I can figure out how much this engine can handle without blowing up.
I worked the Suzuki demo rides at Daytona Bike week a few year's ago. Everytime the M109 didn't have a rider I got on it. What a blast to ride.
Haven't taken it yet, but I just got a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Mean Streak. I'm excited. I looked at a Rocket 3 Classic, but I didn't fit on it properly.
I wrecked my bike twice this month everybody wants me to quit riding but I love it. I have a hard time turning my Road King when I've been corners
Man, it's sad that it is a rare occurrence to see the 3rd generation Honda Magnas mentioned on any list. 12.5 1/4 mile, 4.5 0-60, dirt cheap and reliable, smooth and able to take a corner, always left behind on lists because it is a 750cc V4. Love that bike
My wife rides motorcycles. In fact when we were dating, when she told me she rides and she had a motto Guzzi V7, that's the very instant I proposed.
Does she have a sister? lol 👍
@@chrisb9960 LOL!! She does in fact, but she's also married..... with children!!
Their dad was an old school patched biker.
That's sorta polygamy. LOL
nice, another carcass fan
Love that the Vulcan S 650 is kicking it on a list with some absolute beasts. Goes to show that even though its very beginner friendly its still a great bike for all levels.
I love how it sounds with a stock exhaust too!
got mine with a aprovic exhaust and a corbin seat the bike sounds incredible and is much comfier, its honestly a blast to own, when I make some cash the next bike id go with is probably the scout just because of how pretty it looks and the extra horses But If I could get my hands on one tho I REALLY want a victory OCTANE those things are just amazing@@KC-he6kc
I own a m109r and I think that it handles quite well, you can lean it enough to have fun
The honda vtx1800 should definitely be there, its the one that started it all! In 1999, it was the largest displacement production V-twin in the world. And it is fast!
I will put my 17 year old VTX1800 on that list
so do i
Top of the DAY. A good mention the honda MAGNA'S , VTX1800. My $3000 VF750CD MAGNA with VANCE AND HINES exhaust system, DYNATEC 3000 cdi , K & N air filter, 17tooth front sprocket, vfr750r carburetors. DESTROY MY VTX1800F AND MOST of the BIKES in your comparison.
My '04 yamaha roadstar warrior cost me $2,900! Came with 2 seats, a battery tender, and a new Bridgestone front tire(unmounted) and I guarantee it will keep up! 🤨👀💯💥
Right they totally forgot about the best one. The Yamaha Roadstar Warrior XV1700.
I have a 2004 V2k with about 47k miles. I was going to be disappointed if it didn’t make this list! Thing is a monster! Fast and comfortable and doesn’t feel as heavy as it is…
The VTX 1800 is a great bike to flip, as well. Found a T model, guy wanted $3k. Talked him down to $2k. Old guy, original owner, in much too bad of shape to ride anymore. The bike needed some TLC after sitting for a couple years. Had bags and a wonderfully comfortable Mustang seat. Replaced brake pads, tires, fuel pump, and all new fluids. About 6 to 8 hours of cleaning/polishing wheels and chrome. Had about $700 and 12-15 hours of work into it. Sold it for $5300. Was a nice flip, but kind of wish I kept that bike. Was a great cruiser.
Sean, as other commenters have stated, you seriously dropped the ball on this one by not even mentioning the VTX 1800. I don't think there's a better bargain out there for under $5k.
Have you never seen women riders
Vmax 1700 is on my short list of bikes I will own in the future. Thanks for putting this together! The Valkyrie is an awesome motorcycle and affordable!
Yeah...My Scout is a bit more than $5k, but it is so damned light, and has a great power band. It's definitely not the fastest, but it's got it where it counts...and does it in style. 😎
I just bought a 2005 Honda VTX 1800F for $5000 and love it. The power is impressive. 101 hp and 117 ft lbs of torque. Really thought it would be on this list. Oh well, the lists of 100 greatest guitar players never includes Billy Strings.
Bought a 2010 Victory Vegas last year for $4000. Bike has power! Does 0-60 in 4s
I really enjoy your completely straight-faced but wild exaggerations.
Flat Six, I never heard it called that before but makes total sense. I've always called it the boxer engine, and they're phenomenal. Some of the most reliable engines are flat six, like Subaru and Goldwing. I'd take the Valkyrie of all of those, for longevity.
Ive been in love with the thought of riding for a long time but now even more my brother had dreams of starting a bike club within our family its all he talked about and its the one thing that made him truly happy he would tell me get a bike bro we have to ride i was the only one without a bike. Well he was killed on the second of August in a shooting and i never got the chance to ride with him we are keeping his original logo concept but now will call it johnnys riders in memory of him but unfortunately i lost my job do to a work injury soo i didnt have the funds to buy a bike at the time and ride with him and its one of my biggest regrets. Recently i was givin his helmet and i js look at it daily and i say one day bro i js wanna ride i js wanna feel some peice of my brother again im js asking for help i feel like god brang me to your channel for a reason bcz at this moment im falling apart with him being gone. Im js asking if there is any chance that u have a bike that u do not use? Or maybe something i can work for u to own? i js wanna ride for him thats all and i realize this is a long shot but i js dont know what to do anymore i js keep praying and begging god for some form of an angel to help me get through all this.. Anyways thank u for what u do brother god bless u and everything u do and i hope this message reachs you some how..
What you should do is call him. Google SRKCYCLES and call him or email him. You could also send this message to him in a new video of his not a 1 year old video. He might see it
Call him..
Dude, my wife of 41 years rides. Her first scooter was a Kawasaki 800 V-Twin with a 36 tooth rear sprocket. 10 hr putts @ 80 mph....no problem. Then she bought a 2006 HD Deluxe. Now her favorite scooter of all, '96 HD Springer FX. When we bought it in 2010 it dynode @ 120 HP. It Was fast! In 2014 the factory computer with rev limiter (5500rpm) failed and I put old school points & condenser in. Wow, this Ladies bike has no rev limit. @ 7 or 8,000 rpm it must be pulling 140-150 HP. And bud she knows how to ride fast including reverse steering. She really turns me on. Out here on the Left Coast you could always find us going to Ventura riding side by side holding hands @ 80 mph down I-5. Love your tube & Love your prayers brother. Be Blessed
If anyone has gone this far, let it be known that we are a Virtuous husband and wife to Jesus and to each other, and we have been bikers all our lives. Jesus forgave us for our mistakes from our outlaw dayz. He can and will for you if you ask for Him to. Love Us
Shawn, hope spelled that right? Just found out a few moments ago that SRK is closing the doors today. First off i beg to differ with you regarding your comment about you in not being a good orator I got one thing your speaking skills are fantastic! In addition to your speaking skills I think rather that it's just your personality that gets an A+. I have found you to be the only motorcycle man I care to listen to. I want to thank you for the many things I have learned listening to you.
Let's give the Rocket 3 some love here. It's faster than any of the bikes on the video (except the Vmax, which isn't a cruiser anyway) and there's plenty of them for less than $5000.
Seems you overlooked the Suzuki Marauder (Kawasaki Mean Streak) 1600, plenty of power, looks, styling down to the 6 puck front calipers borrowed from the Hayabusa. Dirt cheap and easy to maintain. Great vid. Thumbs up.
I just ended up buying a Yamaha XV950R(Bolt). A little bit more expensive but a gorgeous and powerful bike.
V45 Magna is very quick and not too heavy at 500lb. V65 is an absolute animal, but heavier and higher seat height. Both can be had well under $5k. Of the bunch, I personally prefer the 85-86 VF700C and you can get a mint one for under $2k. Best bargain out there and seriously under-appreciated bikes.
Also watch out for Ducati Diavel prices coming down. They can be had for $7k now and put every bike on this list to shame. Absurdly fast bikes.
The 1983-85 Honda magna V65 is a really quick cruiser V4
Anyone else really enjoying this sarcastic tone of this video, it's incredibly comedic
If you are going to include the Indian Scout then you should include the Triumph Rocket III. With a three cyclinder 140.0 cu/in motor (3 litre) it is the largest capacity production motorcycle. It is Briddish.
Vrod’s in semi-decent condition are way over 5k though
I got an 04 V-Rod in perfect condition with 29k miles on it a couple of months ago for $3600.
You got lucky. I would ask a lot more for my V-Rod lol
YouMotorcycle agree. Well kept Vrods don’t depreciate where I’m from.
In Europe no way below 10.000€🤔🤔😥
You can find then all day on Craigslist for 5k
M109R is a beast!
I love my Vulcan S. It's my first bike, but I can tell I'm gonna keep it for a nice long while.
Badly want the Indian but must admit the 650 Vulcan had never been on my radar but after seeing you mention them multiple times, it being affordable,fast,and a good looking bike they definitely haven't attention now.
G'day mate, I haven't owned a cruiser yet, but if I do get the urge, at least there are some fun/fast options.
More bike shops should you tube like yourself. I am sure it increases your business in the U.S.A.
Aussie bike shops should get onto it.
Love the vids, keep up the good work.
Cheers
Ant.
I think the Yamaha Raider S deserves a mention. It's not quite at the 5k range yet, but it will very soon. Beast of a bike and incredibly fast.
It would be hard to find a nice Raider for $5k and under but I agree with you on that.
My buddy has the smaller engine m90... that thing scraps pegs during casual rides on twisty roads. If the roads off camber your practically going to be forced to sub speed limits just so your foot peg wont be turned to dust.
That indian scout has to be one of the coolest bikes I have ever seen!!!
Agreed. It has such a unique, modern, classic look all in one. Looks amazing.
I rode a 2020 demo scout and I found the seating poster way too close to a sportbike in my opinion. Power was super smooth and shifting was relatively smooth other than 1st and 2nd gear, those are a little rough like most other bikes. I also found the suspension a little jarring even for minor bumps in the road(and im also young!) other than that, with a few upgrades the bike would be completely awesome.
@bob marley Because they are very uncomfortable to ride. They look cool but after a while when you are riding and nobody is around to show it off too. you are just stuck with a bike that you can't wait to get off of.
The Victory Octane had to have just missed the list. Such a sweet bike.
I was kind of bummed they had the Scout as an almost, but no Octane.
Which is total crap, as I have yet to have a Scout stay with me off the line...
a defunct brand now. I wouldnt touch a victory for lack of support.
Agreed, the Octane is slightly faster stock, it might weigh less as well. Great video, but definitely forgot to mention the Victory Octane as well as pretty much all the variations of the Honda Magna.
1st Gen Yamaha VMax is still the king of power cruiser under $5K imho.
Depending on year and model. Prices are going up. My 92 vmx12d. 5328 orig. Miles is going up in price. Mine has the gold on cam covers and in windows in front rim. Also clutch and water pump covers. Was told by a couple different peeps that it's a full power special edition. Dont know for sure, but one offered me 10g for. And I turned down with no regrets. Still looks new. People always ask is that a new bike. Yeah 28yrs ago. Only mods are stage 7 kit and ufo 4-1 dragstars.
@@garry3013 Very nice! Most I know had to change their seats almost immediately. I kept my stock but i have to admit, it was one of the least comfy seats, especially when riding longer than 30 minutes.
Completely agree with you on the valkyrie having a sick note with the six in six. I'm looking to get one eventually. Only being 5'5" on a good day, they sure are intemidating up close haha
Sean, gotta add the Yamaha Warrior to this list. Love ur channel.
As seen in the wild….there are 2 of us that have traveled coast to coast on motorcycles. Pretty cool accomplishment for the ladies!
To contextualize the insanity of the VMax, when it was released in 1985 it had 145 hp. A 1985 Mustang GT had 210 hp. Imagine if someone came out with a 320 hp cruiser today, it would be f***ing nutty.
Would love to see the c109r on one of these list since it has more torque than the m108r and is super fun to ride.
It has more torque but the gearing on it makes ot slower accelerating and in top speed
The triumph rocket shouldve made this list you can find them for 5k and a 0 to 60 in 3 sec range..
The m109 is the best on this list, trust me I own the 2006 model...134hp at the wheel it's a beast!
I've got an 08 I bought new, it's a monster with bolt on mods and I have no issues carving corners. It's rock solid on high speed sweepers unless you're a rookie.
The VTX beats it in the 0-60 pop... but m109r smokes the VTX in 1/4 mile. Tit for tat.
had a vulcan 2000 big fat cruiser that was a torqe monster great bike for big guys
My old 1985 kawasaki zl900 would do 0-60 in 3 secs....it didn't like corners much either...kind of miss that bike though
Victory hammer is a mean bike!
Vtx 1800 should be on the list
Triumph Rocket III , 2.3 litre , 144cu. In. 140 hp , 147 ft/lbs of torque ! Mine is a 2005
I was surprised to not see this one on the list either considering I've seen several for sale around $4000
I have a motorcycle review magazine from when the Valkyrie was released and in the specifications, it stated the 0-60 on the stock Valkyrie was 3.7 seconds, not the mid 4's. On the cover, it also shows the valkyrie going down the highway doing a wheelie. I was read the six into six Cobra pipes made the bike lose about 10hp. I don't know how your bike sounds like a formula one. My Valkyrie, and everyone I've heard sounds like my 1970 Dodge Charger 500 with dual glass pack mufflers on it. Very basset. I love my Cobra pipes.
The Fastest Growing Beard is Sean from SRK Cycles! LOL Good Video!
Got to be old footage
Best motorcycle choice not like the other YT channels !
I ride the Kawasaki Vulcan S with abs. I absolutely love it. Yes they are an ergofit bike. Fast out of the gate and stamina. Comfortable, nimble and LIGHT.
Stratoliner and roadliner gotta be in the top ten... Great attention getting video though 😉
Sheesh! Five grand?! Sorry, but I don't have that kind of spare change, so I decided to learn how to rebuild carbs. Then I picked up a V-65 for $300 that had been sitting for 23 years. A month later, I was riding around on it. Sold that and bought an old KZ1300 for $200 (also not running), and was riding it after a couple months. Sold that, and was recently given (free!!) a ZL1000 Eliminator that had been parked with fuel in it for 14 years. The fuel made its way into the crankcase which made for an interesting (messy) oil change and, like the others, required complete carb rebuilds. Anyone can do this and save literally thousands of duckets while blasting around on bikes with over 100 horsepower!
If you ever get a Kawasaki ZL1000 in, not the 900 Eliminator, let me know. I wanted one since the came out in 87, I was 17 years old. I can still remember the magazine ad picture and headline “0 - 60 mph in 2.2 seconds.” Yeah baby! The MAX is was and is still king though, and I own a 2014 MAX, but I am nostalgic and want a ZL1000.
The long forgotten magna v65 should have made the list, if I remember correctly it built the muscle bike class
Well, my 1995 1400 Intruder,has awesome overtaking power, don't have any of that windshield, luggage and all that kind of crap on it,naked bike, have it for 17 years, the most I've ever spent on it in one go was 300euros for a new regulator.
..can't believe you left out the 750 Honda Magna! ..best of the mid weight cruisers..and will blow away most everything here..
Lol yes I agree. I had a 99 magna v45
Turned my 97 magna into a spark sled going 80mph.Destroyed my knee!
"The tank is 7 feet wide" and apparently it's only half as wide as the rear tire, making it a 14 foot wide rear tire. ???????
Gen 3 Magna is just a great bike with good looks and pretty comfy. It can also handle some curves.
Finally took my class and passed now just gotta take the written I’m already ready to buy a bike
I had an 85 suzuki madera. loved it!!
Pricing aside ($5k MIGHT get you mine used) but I'd put the title of my 2010 Kawasaki V2K on the line against any stock cruiser (I don't consider the VMax a cruiser, more of a standard) with confidence that I'd be owning a new bike -especially since it is now stripped down to bobber. 141 ft/lbs of torque and 114 horsepower stock. I've got a car tire on the back that eliminates most spin. Quick, quick, quick! Don't take this to mean I think it's the fastest cruiser out there, it's close enough that I wouldn't be afraid to run any of them.
Need to add a third Kawi to the list, the Mean Streak.
The second gen Honda magna 750 is faster and cheaper then the valkyrie, it's my cheapest and fastest cruiser I own, it like a little sleeper!
Very surprised that the Yamaha Stryker wasn't on this list
V rod muscle is a lil wider than the Night Rod but fast as hell love that bike
Your choices are really funny. My $3000 Sportster S (tuned away from EPA compliance of course) will eat all but the Vmax. My 80 XJ750 does the same thing. The Magna is no slouch either. As far as the Indian, the Victory Octane was cheaper and faster then the Scout right out of the box and they are the same chassis and engine design.
This is one hell of a list. Are these bikes still made in 2022? (Anyone) I've had supersports for years. But these bikes look beautiful and are changing my mind. Thank you
V-Rod in decent conditions is no less than 9k
M109R pushes 9-11k
1200-1800cc are like luxury buisness class cars - they dont really drop much in price.
And considering they are not in production anymore collector value keeps their prices
M109R is 5000 or less in most cases. Some that are decked out with mods are more than that. The VTX1800 is between 3 & 5000 in some cases if modded out they are more.
@@eddieburton677 USA market maybe. Europe amd the rest of the world is pretty damn expensive. Heck Honda Shadow 750 costs from $6000-7000 below 15k mileage
@@eddieburton677 show me where, I'm in northern AL
The 1800 VTX should of been about number 1 on this list wasn't even in it ?
My first thought too, the VTX 1800 rocks. Great bike
I own a 2006 VTX 1800F3, factory spec 106 hp and 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. Bought it for $3500.
Mines 02 S with v&h pipes
@@motomark9736 Annnnnnd it came before the Kawasaki V2000
@@TedH12209 great deal that bike is no joke very underrated, unless you're in the know like you and I 👌
VTX 1800 F3 ?? I found a 2005 with under 5k miles for $5000 back in 2016 and it’s a phenomenal bike.
Had a Victory Octane and loved it. Would have kept it if I didn't need the money. Sucker was quick and had a maintenance schedule that read like a cars.
For the first time in over 39 years, the V Rod is the only reason I'm thinking about taking the MSF course and riding again... Great video Sir
Happy Valkyrie owner 98! Now if you want some crazy, make a Valkyrie a cafe racer. Think about it
The V-Max is damn quick. If you don't mind risking valve float, you can just stay in 1st and hit 60mph much sooner.
Of course you'd need to find a gas station right after. 100 miles per tank is just lame.
Kawasaki Vulcan Meanstreak 1600, black and debadged, one of the best looking and handling fast muscle cruisers.
I'll vouch for the Vulcan S 😎🤙
Me too!! Vulcan S baby!!!
I would choose a Honda VTX1800F...
Agree on the vtx1800f vote. That is a super fast bike
Fast, but still not as fast as the M109R...
@@jamesbottger5894 I know. You are right. I just like the looks better.
I did like the looks of the VTX 1800F, but not quite as much as I like the looks of the 109...
@@jamesbottger5894 Yeah, to me the 109 looks curvier and sleeker in a way. But the 1800 s looks more muscular. To each their own. :-)
bought my vmax for 4200 with 12k on it love it
I never knew that the v rod put the tank under the seat like the boulevards do.Clever really, getting
that 4 gallons down
Vmax 1200 been doing that since 85 lol. There’s a lot about the v rod that’s just like the gen 1 vmax.
You know what's strange Ive been subscribed to bikes and beards but I've never subscribed to srkcycles very strange but now I am
Valkyrie hands down best bike in your list
Hi Sean. The Indian Scout is what the HD Sportster should have been. Test rode a Scout. Then test rode a Sportster 48. liked the Sportster much more. Ended up with a 2019 Fat Boy. No regrets.
That’s very interesting the fat boy are the best
my 2003 VTX1800 is easily in the mix of these bikes. Which is fastest? The one with the best rider most of the time.....
B4 i WATCH i thumbs Up. There better be a Honda.. I remember the Old Valkyrie Commercial's on tv Back when... didn't Honda 99-01 Shadows have a 1,900cc
Wasn’t the VTX1800F faster than the Vulcan 2000?
Your vids are getting better and better.
👍awesome video i really like the content keep them coming 🙋♂️🇬🇧
I love this TOP "X" format!
Like the Indian but think you forgot one with the VTX because a lot of people I talked to that’s their first bike
That m109r 😍😍 i want one got my first and only bike
Not a good first and only bike
@@YouMotorcycle I get why not a good first bike, but why not the only? I kinda do want a BMW GS800
@@royaltybuiltco because if you live in an urban setting it won't be very fun for inner city riding. Something like a first gen Night Rod gets gobs of power but with the mid controls you can use it on tight twisty technical roads, the 180 rear tire makes it flickable enough you can enjoy it in an urban environment, and of course, enough power to leave everyone on the highway behind you.
The M109R has power for the highway and uh....
It looks pretty
And uh...
... That's about it
@@YouMotorcycle Good point of view, much appreciated and yeah it does look good. I live right on the edge of the country and suburbs, but I have a long commute to work. So I think it'll be a good fit later on in life
@@royaltybuiltco if you aren't in the city for your commute or pleasure it's fine for ya, once you get some riding experience :)
Man the Vulcan s punches above its weight class. Bike makers need to put more sportbike engines in cruiser chassis like they used to, they should bring back the eliminator and magna lines.
I have to visit your shop next time I make a Cigars International run!