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Puddle Jumper
Posts: 15
Nashville | Victory is offering $1,000 in accessories if you buy a new bike prior to Dec. 31st. I am about to buy the '10 vision. What accessory do you guys think it would be the most useful?
Thanks in advance.
Edited by Spaniard 2010-12-12 10:39 AM
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Iron Butt
Posts: 742
North Orange County CA | Spaniard:
The only Vic accessories that I regret not getting when I purchased my bike were the touring accessories - luggage rack, communication /cb /xm radio set up and GPS.
Since my original purchase I have added both the OEM GPS and the OEM luggage rack, although there are now excellent rack alternatives to the OEM product from Cycleops and folks here have farkeled (is that actually a verb?) many GPS alternatives to the OEM offering.
http://www.vision-riders.com/bb/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=4824&pos...
There are three non VIC accessories that I now consider safety or comfort essentials (for me).
The Clearwater LED driving lamps see thread below.
http://www.Vision-riders.com/bb/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=4881&pos...
The MOABL (Mother of All Brake Lights" modification.
http://www.vision-riders.com/bb/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=4824&pos...
The Laminar Lip.
http://www.Vision-riders.com/bb/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=3973&pos...
Welcome to the best Vision specific site on the web.
Edited by Tarpits99 2010-12-12 11:31 AM
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Cruiser
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| Spainard;
These are accessories that I added to my 2008 Vision. They really dress up the bike and add so much to its appearance. My list exceeds your $1000.00, but during the winter months your dealer might negotiate these prices as they are MSRP out of the 2011 catalouge.
Front Fender Accent, part # 2876575, $50.00.
Chrome Rear Valence, part # 2875773, $150.00.
Chrome Lock Button, part # 2876850, $35.00.
Chrome Clutch Arm Cover, part # 2874754, $60.00.
Trunk Rack, part # 2875739, $400.00.
XM Radio, part # 2877671, $430.00.
At 20,000 miles my Vision is running smoother and faster than when it was new and all the accessories and XM radio still look and sound great! Like thousands of others, "I Love MY Vision!"
Denny Pink
Fort Collins, CO.
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Puddle Jumper
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Nashville | Tarpits and Denny,
Thank you so much for the advise. I am thinking that the GPS might be a good choice even though I never had one in my whole life. However, now that I live in TN, it might be worth it so that I can explore and get "lost" on the secondary roads. As for the additional chrome, I think I need to google images of the vision to see the changes on the appearance...
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Tourer
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Columbia, SC | Say WHAT?! I just bought my bike last week saturday! (8 days ago). Can I still get in on this 1000 dollar credit thing you think!? |
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Iron Butt
Posts: 742
North Orange County CA | Keep in mind that the OEM GPS is plug and play and VERY expensive. I bought my Garmin 2720 (first generation OEM system) on E-bay for $230 and spent $90 on the OEM mount and cable kit; total less than 1/3 what Victory was asking.
I have no idea what the new Garmin system for the 2010s costs.
But it might be worth considering using the $1000 credit to get things that you want that cannot be sourced from other vendors for less money.
On the other hand, there is something to be said for the convenience of having the dealer deliver the bike ready to go, with what you want on it. Then you can take the long way home, with your new GPS guiding you along the route speaking soothingly in her electronic BBC accent.
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Iron Butt
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Northeast Ohio | Tarpits99 - 2010-12-12 12:50 PM
Keep in mind that the OEM GPS is plug and play and VERY expensive. I bought my Garmin 2720 (first generation OEM system) on E-bay for $230 and spent $90 on the OEM mount and cable kit; total less than 1/3 what Victory was asking.
I have no idea what the new Garmin system for the 2010s costs.
But it might be worth considering using the $1000 credit to get things that you want that cannot be sourced from other vendors for less money.
On the other hand, there is something to be said for the convenience of having the dealer deliver the bike ready to go, with what you want on it. Then you can take the long way home, with your new GPS guiding you along the route speaking soothingly in her electronic BBC accent.
a BIG +1 on this. buy the mount (comes with cable) and source the GPS elsewhere. Vic wants too much money for this setup. If you are a 3/4 or full helmet rider, I would look at the CB / Intercom kit. This way you could pump the the sounds into your helmet. |
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Puddle Jumper
Posts: 15
Nashville | I am not sure. If I were you, I would print the coupon from their website, and take it to the dealer. Point out that they should honor this coupon since the purchase was made within 30 days. Some times, they might go for it. But I am not sure. Good Luck on that one. |
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Puddle Jumper
Posts: 15
Nashville | You guys are very right in regard to the GPS. Perhaps, I should buy just the mount, and the unit on line somewhere else. For some reason, I thought the mount would be different since it is a GPS is made for Victory. On the other hand, I just realized that it would be crazy for Garmin to built a completely different mount just for them.
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Visionary
Posts: 1436
| This is a no brainer question
1. Lower Air deflectors
2. Luggage rack
3. Little rubber inner fairing guards
4. Driver backrest w/mount
I agree the GPS and XM stuff is nice to have, but quite frankly there are MUCH cheaper ways to get both. For example you can buy any BTooth GPS and pipe it into your lid. I have a TT Rider which I throw in the trunk most of the time and let it give me instructions via the BT in my lid. No need to mount anything and it can be plugged into the trunk powerlet. There are also several XM radio's which plug into the Vision radio lead (like any mp3) which only cost $40.... So for me it is more important to have functional necessities added. JMO |
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Cruiser
Posts: 185
Rhode Island | 1. Lower air deflectors
2. High flow air filters
3. CB
Good luck,
Jim |
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Visionary
Posts: 1484
LaPorte,Tx. | Another new Vision riders...that's great. Enjoy your new ride.
So if I had $1000 to spend this is what I would get.
XM radio installed.
Driver back rest.
An extra windshield, which depends on how you ride, some want a taller shield.
Trunk mirror, my wife just loves it.
The soft luggage for the bags
Trunk mat.
Trunk organizer.
Bag lid nets.
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Visionary
Posts: 1359
New Bohemia, Va | Depends on what you're getting, Tour or 8-Ball? You'll do well with a trunk rack for the tour, or a passenger backrest if you want to go street or if you're getting an 8-ball. The taller windshield is a plus if you're riding two up and the pillion unit doesn't want a lot of wind in the face.
Welcome to Vision World! |
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Iron Butt
Posts: 725
Reno County, KS | Go for the exhaust upgrade. Can't go wrong there for a free updgrade, that is. That should leave you free with about $300 left. I'd use it get the upgraded, heated grips depending on the model you decide on. Too bad none of Lloydz goodies are in their catalog or you'd be set! |
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Tourer
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Troy, NY | I would go with the Stage 1 Level 1 upgrade, the lower air deflectors and the trunk mirror. That should be close to $1000 right there. The GPS setup is way overpriced and I just use my iPhone with a GPS app. If you are patient you can find good deals on chrome pieces on eBay.....well that is what I have done with some success.
Good luck and enjoy the ride!!! |
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Puddle Jumper
Posts: 15
Nashville | Thank you guys... Does the exhaust upgrade makes such a big difference? Does it make the bike very load? If it does, I am not sure that it for me...
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Iron Butt
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North Orange County CA | "Performance" upgrades like the Vic S1L1 may be great for some, it should be pointed out that if installed without other modifications they are one of the primary causes of complaints about exhaust popping and erratic throttle response, and stalling.
I don't think I have ever heard anyone on this site praise the Victory fuel mapping for this modification.
You might take notice that the guys who are advocating this mod have invested between , a several hundred and, a couple of thousand bucks in aftermarket EFI controllers, high flow intakes, cams, etc.
Not saying don't do it, just be aware that performance mods can take you down a road that has a lot of toll booths on it.
Edited by Tarpits99 2010-12-13 9:38 AM
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Puddle Jumper
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Nashville | Thank you all for the great advice. You guys are great, and I can't wait to get the bike.... two more days and counting.... driving back, though is going to be challenging due to the weather: a high temp. of 40. I was considering trailering the bike, but it seem like many people advised to drive it back. Thus, I am going to be adventurous and drive 300 miles... in the 40's and misty... |
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Visionary
Posts: 1229
Rancho Cucamonga, CA | My first $1k went to a passenger backrest and rack, a Ness Skid Plate (didn't like how the engine just hangs down unprotected) and a Doran TPMS.
The next $1k went for Heel Blades, rLiNk alarm/locater and tinted lenses front and back. |
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Puddle Jumper
Posts: 15
Nashville | Do you have some pictures? If you do, would mind post some?
Your changes seems very interesting |
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If you had $1,000 what accessory would you buy