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I quote: "Just saw what I hope is merely Honda's idea of a joke. This motorcycle would draw great crowds at a show. But so would a messy roadkill. (no pun intended) I'm sure some will like it, but the general consensus sees it as some "cartoon concept" machine. Looks like the fender supports broke and let the fenders drop. I can't imagine that link frontend has the stability of it's predecessor. The engine covers have a lot to be desired, also. And who's idea of ridiculous are those pipes. I near choked on my tears laughing at those. On the other hand, the tank ain't bad. And the wheels are sharp. Bet ya there will be some changes before THIS ONE hits the streets. HONDA... are you serious? Are you listening? It is NOT what the people that love Valkyries are looking for. YES we want the 1800cc motor, and YES we wouldn't mind some styling updates. But JEEZZZ.... come back to reality!! .... This is only a test... had this been an actual Valk that would sell....it
would have been followed by cheers and drools and extreme enthusiasm... this is only a test....
Posted By: :V)RoadkillRick:V)
The Honda folks have got to do more focus groups. In general I've only lived with the concept of this being the next Valk for a few hours now. But like it said at the bottom of the announcement web this may not exactly represent the production model. Lets hope it doesn't. I'll do my own customizing thank you. What will happen is Honda after tonight's initial reaction and the hoofas that will come from the serious Valkyrie enthusiast, and the motorcycle press, Honda will use the 1800cc engine and very excellent frame from the Goldwing but will lower the volume some. This is got to be a street able bike; what we have before us is a very cool custom, (according to Justin, my son). This is what the bike should look like when someone like Andy or Justin get done with the Valkyrie 1800 Stanard. HONDA, leave the customizing to us! Fit the bike with a decent classic rear fender, a truly functional front fork, don't be so dramatic for crying out loud, let your buyers express themselves. This thing is way over the top, what you do let Jesse James lose in your design locker.
This won't be the production model. Like I said after reality sets in, the Motorcycle press unleashes on this and the died in the wool Valkyrie enthusiasts share their horror, this sucker will be back off a few paces to make it palatable to the rank and file Valkyrie rider.