I test rode the Victory Cross Roads

I test rode the Victory Cross Roads (XR) on my way to “Thunder Beach” motorcycle rally in Panama City Beach Fl in May of 2011. My first thought was this bike will never come close to my Harley for performance and speed, boy was I wrong.



The acceleration of the 106ci “Freedom” motor is what you ...first feel when you roll on the throttle and click thru the gears. The trans is a little noisy 1st thru 4th gears but quietens down considerably as the bike glides thru 5th and 6th gear.

The handling of this bike is phenomenal as you effortlessly maneuver thru twisties or traffic and the “Dunlop Elite” tires truly enhance the ride.

If you like allot of saddle time the XR seats are at a comfort level far above all other bikes. The saddle come up to the tank and conforms to your body giving you the most comfortable ride for those long trips not only for you but your passenger also.

Long rides is what the XR was built for, with electronic cruise control as a standard feature (not an option) the open road is the limit and with the overly abundant 5.8 gallons fuel tank the XR will cruise all day while other bikes are hunting for the nearest gas station.

Need to stow some gear, the 20 gallons of storage (soft bags) will hold all your essential riding gear.

This bike was truly a great test ride which goes to prove Victory’s motto “Ride one and you’ll own one” (which I did in June of 2011). Cross Roads costs less than the competitor’s comparable cruiser without sacrificing quality or performance and with all the rebates and current promotions Victory is the only way to go!
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