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New York State | http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/detail.cfm?Category_ID=59&manufac...
id_name=Arlen_Ness_Case_Protector_for_Vision_for_Victory_106_Victory_Vision
If you do not have one of these on your Vision order it .
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New York State | kris1956 - 2011-08-26 5:48 PM
If I lower my bike I would consider it. Seems a bit pricey for a bent piece of steel though.
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| Trekwolf164 - 2011-08-26 5:52 PM
kris1956 - 2011-08-26 5:48 PM
If I lower my bike I would consider it. Seems a bit pricey for a bent piece of steel though.
It really helps the bike in pothole type situations.
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Pittsburgh, PA | that would have to be one hell of a pothole for a skid plate to provide protection for!! hell you hit a pothole that bike your probably going to need NEW wheels as well... Ill up my insurance policy and risk it.. LOL |
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New York State | It aint all smooth ashphalt in the world of roads . Like I said it makes the bike easier to jack up it ads a base to the frame and if you hit a speed bump it makes sparks
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, WI | I like it. Very well made.  
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Pittsburgh, PA | does it effect oil changes at all? |
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New York State | Keeps the oil in the bike if you bottom out |
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Pittsburgh, PA | so you DONT need to remove the plate just to drain the oil ? |
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, WI | Arkainzeye - 2011-08-26 7:47 PM so you DONT need to remove the plate just to drain the oil ? No. I does not cover the drain plug. |
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New Bohemia, Va | I guess I'd get one when they make a two-wheel drive Vision. I see ZERO purpose for this device. Sorry, JMHO... be careful how you ride. My guess is if you "have to use it" you'll have other problems as well. |
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, WI | Cap'n Nemo - 2011-08-26 8:01 PM I guess I'd get one when they make a two-wheel drive Vision. I see ZERO purpose for this device. Sorry, JMHO... be careful how you ride. My guess is if you "have to use it" you'll have other problems as well. It depends on what ride you are planning. |
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New Bohemia, Va | You planning to do something worse than going to Hyder Steve? Again, just my opinion, I wouldn't purposely subject my Vision in a place that would need a skid plate. |
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, WI | Cap'n Nemo - 2011-08-26 8:41 PM You planning to do something worse than going to Hyder Steve? Again, just my opinion, I wouldn't purposely subject my Vision in a place that would need a skid plate. Worse? Going to Hyder is one of my favorite trips! Am I planning something more challenging? Yes. |
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New Bohemia, Va | Well, I didn't mean it in the context of a bad trip, just rough roads. Keep us posted, I still plan on doing something heavy again, maybe not as intense as what you have done, at least not yet. |
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Central New York | I'll pass. Seems like more to clean. And I think it pretty much makes the fins on the bottom of the crankcase pretty much worthless.
Probably a must have for a lowered bike, don't see a real need for a stock bike. In my opinion of course. |
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Not sure on the regular Vision, but the Ness should come with it stock. I would go as far as saying it is a NESSesity. I can't tell you how many parking lot speed bumps I have taken out with my bash plate. I guess you could question if the added bulk of the skid plate is what is causing the bike to hit, but I would rather not find out.
It has saved me a lot of worry as well when that errant rock has flown up making that wonderful 'CLANCK' sound on the now armored underbelly of my favorite ride.
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Pittsburgh, PA | Cap'n Nemo - 2011-08-26 8:01 PM
I guess I'd get one when they make a two-wheel drive Vision. I see ZERO purpose for this device. Sorry, JMHO... be careful how you ride. My guess is if you "have to use it" you'll have other problems as well.
+1. Hell if its such a problem I should get a skid plate for the transmission of my Honda accord. It's completely exposed and Very low to the ground! |
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New York State | I can understand it some would rather wedge 2 X 4s under a Vision than add this plate that makes it easy to jack up on a Craftsman Motorcycle lift
Sorry I ever suggested you add something that would make life a little easier.
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| It's not a bad idea, I just wish it wasn't so pricey. It seems like a lot for what you get. I put myself thru school building drilling and blasthole rigs and I can tell you that would have taken me about 5 minutes at most to make. |
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New York State | http://www.jpmpp.com/Victory-Motorcycles-VICTORY-VISION-STREET-TRUN...
Vision owners pay 100.00 for one of these
To pay 180 for a real piece of steel
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| I realize people pay crazy prices all the time lol. I've owned a HD for years. Still do. To be honest I'll probably buy a skid plate one day, I like the fact it strengthens the frame. |
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| Trekwolf164 - 2011-08-27 5:34 AM
I can understand it some would rather wedge 2 X 4s under a Vision than add this plate that makes it easy to jack up on a Craftsman Motorcycle lift
Sorry I ever suggested you add something that would make life a little easier.
Ignore the Ness bash plate forget you ever heard of it .
Now that is a good idea. Had not considered the jacking advantage. Also you can never trust the GPS on telling you what the road conditions are.....that pothole did not seem deep to the duck that crossed it.... 
The price is good if you only need protection once. My travels do not always go down roads known to me...
thanks for the heads up Trekwolf....
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San Antonio, TX | I might get a bash plate. I have bottomed out in Parking lots on speed bumps.
Ride Safe |
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seattle, wa | Pricey.
I like the idea of making it easier to get the bike up on a lift. |
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Central Maryland | I'm going to order one. Thanks for the link Trekwolf164 
Now; it they only made one for the front of the battery....
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Anderson, IN (48mi NE of downtown Indianapolis) | I have a system of jacking up the Vision using spacers to accomadate the non-flat engine case. Though my system is effective, it takes a few minutes to get the bike 100% secure each time. As soon as I read this post I ordered the so-called bash plate. I cannot image ever needing it as its name implies, but it sure will shorten the time it takes me to service the bike. It is a bit expensive, but anything that gets me back on the road quicker is money I am willing to part with (within reason of course). Thanks Trekwolf164.
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Broken Arrow, OK | Nice product. Bring the price in half and I'm in!! |
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| Just installed mine this morning... Works like a champ for the ATV lift, which is the ONLY reason I bought it. I just can't stand the idea of laying the bike over all the way on it's side to clean the wheels. Not to mention when you do that, you risk having the oil get into the combustion chamber. This should make cleaning chores much easier and faster. I think I paid $179 at cruisercustomizing.
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New Bohemia, Va | I will recant on my comments about this being a useless product unless under extreme circumstances. I'm now considering one for the structure support alone. I never took that in consideration, and it is possible this could also save from busting the case on a speed bump. Has anyone seen a cheaper aftermarket one? |
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Pittsburgh, PA | kris1956 - 2011-08-27 6:49 AM
I realize people pay crazy prices all the time lol. I've owned a HD for years. Still do. To be honest I'll probably buy a skid plate one day, I like the fact it strengthens the frame.
It only strengths the frame by the weakest part of that setup. (How it bolts up) I seriously doubt those bolts that hold the skid plate to the frame will add anything at all other than a place to mount The plate |
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New Bohemia, Va | even with the weakest part, it will still strengthen it some, I would think. |
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Central New York | Arkainzeye - 2011-08-27 3:07 PM kris1956 - 2011-08-27 6:49 AM I realize people pay crazy prices all the time lol. I've owned a HD for years. Still do. To be honest I'll probably buy a skid plate one day, I like the fact it strengthens the frame. It only strengths the frame by the weakest part of that setup. (How it bolts up) I seriously doubt those bolts that hold the skid plate to the frame will add anything at all other than a place to mount The plate My thoughts exactly.
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, WI | I think it's worth the money.
Again it's very well made, easy install and fits perfectly. Also comes with the mounting hardware. Longer bolts and spacers. |
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Central Maryland | I'd rather sacrifice the skid plate to a impact; rather than the bottom of the crankcase. Even if the skid plate was to bend inward; and contact the cooling fins under the crankcase; it would probably be enough to protect it. Better than being naked.
A lot of motorcycles have an exposed belly. There's NOTHING wrong with trying to protect it. |
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Central Maryland | Ordered. |
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Pittsburgh, PA | willtill - 2011-08-27 3:04 PM
I'd rather sacrifice the skid plate to a impact; rather than the bottom of the crankcase. Even if the skid plate was to bend inward; and contact the cooling fins under the crankcase; it would probably be enough to protect it. Better than being naked.
A lot of motorcycles have an exposed belly. There's NOTHING wrong with trying to protect it.
That's. A good point A LOT of bikes do have exposed belly, I don't ever remember reading on the forums about ones crankcase opening up due to normal road usage. |
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Central New York | Does anyone know of anyone who has cracked a Vision crankcase? |
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New York State | The motor is the lower frame structure of the Vision by adding this plate you protect the frame or motor of the Vision it also makes it easier to service |
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Central Maryland | Arkainzeye - 2011-08-27 4:34 PM
That's. A good point A LOT of bikes do have exposed belly, I don't ever remember reading on the forums about ones crankcase opening up due to normal road usage.
I don't remember any crankcases rupturing either; with normal road usage.
I also don't remember anyone's head rupturing: while riding a motorcycle during normal usage....
...but I still wear a helmet ...just in case.
...as well as my Vision will soon wear underbelly protection ...just in case.
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Pittsburgh, PA | willtill - 2011-08-27 3:38 PM
Arkainzeye - 2011-08-27 4:34 PM
That's. A good point A LOT of bikes do have exposed belly, I don't ever remember reading on the forums about ones crankcase opening up due to normal road usage.
I don't remember any crankcases rupturing either; with normal road usage.
I also don't remember anyone's head rupturing: while riding a motorcycle during normal usage....
...but I still wear a helmet ...just in case.
...as well as my Vision will soon wear underbelly protection ...just in case.
I was looking under my car where the entire transmission is exposed. it is actually a tad bit lower than my vision... and its alum..... wonder what i should do about that? |
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New York State | Arkainzeye - 2011-08-27 6:08 PM
willtill - 2011-08-27 3:38 PM
Arkainzeye - 2011-08-27 4:34 PM
That's. A good point A LOT of bikes do have exposed belly, I don't ever remember reading on the forums about ones crankcase opening up due to normal road usage.
I don't remember any crankcases rupturing either; with normal road usage.
I also don't remember anyone's head rupturing: while riding a motorcycle during normal usage....
...but I still wear a helmet ...just in case.
...as well as my Vision will soon wear underbelly protection ...just in case.
I was looking under my car where the entire transmission is exposed. it is actually a tad bit lower than my vision... and its alum..... wonder what i should do about that?
Scrap it and buy a Jeep good ground clearence and there are all kinds of skid plates made for them. |
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| If they work with the Sears motorcycle jack, that I have'nt used since I sold my Valkyrie, I will get one for sure..I like the idea of being able to lift bike for cleaning, etc. As long as bike to stable it works for me...Any thoughts??? |
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Pittsburgh, PA | My Sears jack works on my 08 and11 vision with no need for anything under it..... No wood, no plates etc.. never needed one. And its been left on the jack for weeks. Both wheels removed |
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Central Maryland | The bottom of the 106 engine is tapered longitudinally; it's not completely flat. I have the yellow Sears jack as well; and I've lifted my Victory with it. However, only one half of the crankcase actually is seated on the jack, there is space visible on the other half of the crankcase. I like a little more stability. So besides protection; the Ness bash plate offers a more stable area to lift the bike.
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Lansing, MI | If you don't see the need it might be because you don't live in a shit hole state like Michigan with the worst roads in the country! I need one! Plus, then I can try my Vision out as a dual purpose bike..... Just need some different tires to go with the skid plate.
Kidding.
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| I am quite sure that this may be a stupid question to some, but I still need some advise on how to lift the Vision on my Sears Jack. The Sears jack is the red one #950190, with the flat lifter plates...I assume one needs two people to lift the bike as I cannot hold it up and work jack at same time..Ideas and suggestions are more than welcome as I said earlier I am pushing 72 and things are not as simple as they used to be...I plan to buy the Ness plate if it makes it more stable and more convenient to raise bike, but any other methods that might save money would be helpful...I really only want to raise the bike on occasion to clean rear wheel, etc. Thanks again
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| opas ride - 2011-08-28 3:37 PM
I am quite sure that this may be a stupid question to some, but I still need some advise on how to lift the Vision on my Sears Jack. The Sears jack is the red one #950190, with the flat lifter plates...I assume one needs two people to lift the bike as I cannot hold it up and work jack at same time..Ideas and suggestions are more than welcome as I said earlier I am pushing 72 and things are not as simple as they used to be...I plan to buy the Ness plate if it makes it more stable and more convenient to raise bike, but any other methods that might save money would be helpful...I really only want to raise the bike on occasion to clean rear wheel, etc. Thanks again
That is exactly the reason I bought the bash plate. It provides a flat surface so you can ue your jack to lift the bike. |
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Central New York | opas ride - 2011-08-28 4:37 PM I am quite sure that this may be a stupid question to some, but I still need some advise on how to lift the Vision on my Sears Jack. The Sears jack is the red one #950190, with the flat lifter plates...I assume one needs two people to lift the bike as I cannot hold it up and work jack at same time..Ideas and suggestions are more than welcome as I said earlier I am pushing 72 and things are not as simple as they used to be...I plan to buy the Ness plate if it makes it more stable and more convenient to raise bike, but any other methods that might save money would be helpful...I really only want to raise the bike on occasion to clean rear wheel, etc. Thanks again I have the Harbor Freight Jack not the Sears, but they appear close. I have no problem whatsoever. I push the jack under from the right side aiming the front arm in front of the side stand. I jack it one or two strokes and then go around to the left side the bike and line up the front arm so it just catches that triangle protrusion that drops down from the front of the cast aluminum control bracket. I go back to the right side and line the jack so that the front arm will catch the same protrusion on the right side. I slowly jack the bike and it stands up all by itself. I recheck the contact points, if all is solid I jack away. I have always felt it to be extremely stable.
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Henlow, Bedfordshire, England | Hey Trekwolf, thanks for the info, I ordered one from cruisercustomizing last week - 8/28 and had great communication form them and super fast service, it arrived today in the UK. I ordered it for the easier to lift use rather than bashing...... |
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New Mexico | radioteacher - 2011-08-27 7:10 AM
I might get a bash plate. I have bottomed out in Parking lots on speed bumps.
Ride Safe
Same here. Especially two up, fully loaded, driving in unknown areas. Those parking lot bumps, and speed 'humps', can sneak right up on you.
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| What a load of crap from cruisercustomizing, ordered on of the AN-v-1290 belly protectors two wks ago. They said they shipped on the sept 2,2011 got a email from them today saying that the part was discontinued and they did not bill my credit card. FOLKS if this is the way they do buisness I will never buy anything from them. Now having said that where do i get one? PLEASE HELP.
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Even Arlen Ness doesn't have them anymore.
Now it's in that catagory with "
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | TRELL - 2011-09-07 2:21 PM
What a load of crap from cruisercustomizing, ordered on of the AN-v-1290 belly protectors two wks ago. They said they shipped on the sept 2,2011 got a email from them today saying that the part was discontinued and they did not bill my credit card. FOLKS if this is the way they do buisness I will never buy anything from them. Now having said that where do i get one? PLEASE HELP.
Maybe Mike at HMD520.com can get you one. His website doesn't show them unavailable. . yet. |
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Central Maryland | TRELL - 2011-09-07 5:21 PM
What a load of crap from cruisercustomizing, ordered on of the AN-v-1290 belly protectors two wks ago. They said they shipped on the sept 2,2011 got a email from them today saying that the part was discontinued and they did not bill my credit card. FOLKS if this is the way they do buisness I will never buy anything from them. Now having said that where do i get one? PLEASE HELP.
That's weird, I ordered from Cruiser Customizing on the 27th of August, and it shipped and they billed my credit card. Package arrived at work; I'm picking it up tomorrow.... |
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Indianapolis, IN | Ordered one on 8/29 via the internet, the order stated it should ship on 9/02. It arrived in good condition on 9/06.
I do metal working for a living and this is a very high quality product. Well designed- perfect fit and quality hardware. It is constructed of 1/4" plate steel, laser cut and press formed. It is finished with a quality heavy black crinkle finish. I'm installing it today.
Based on the way it was manufactured and the care with which it was packed for shipping, and the on time delivery, I'd say Cruiser Customizing is an A1 operation. |
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Peachtree City, GA | So where are you ordering them from?
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Central Maryland | I have ordered a lot of stuff from CruiserCustomizing.. and done some returns as well. No issues, no problems with them. They are pretty squared away. |
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| Maybe just me but i think if they say shipped 9-02-11 then on the 7th they say don't have.That the problem with them (cruisercutomizing). |
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Lansing, MI | I've heard that cruisercutomizing.com has problems with shipping. IE- They suck.
F-'em!
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Indianapolis, IN | Still available at this web site, but not at the discounted price. There's also a ton of other Vision accessories available through this company!
http://www.hmd520.com/category/ACCESSORIES-25 |
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Tucson , AZ | FYI.... Ness is discontinueing manufacturing the Vision skid plate. HMD will be making a new skid plate and will be available in a couple of weeks.
thanks for looking....
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Anderson, IN (48mi NE of downtown Indianapolis) | I ordered mine from the link Trekwolf posted at the beginning of this thread (Cruiser Customizing). Received it in 3 days. They had the best price of any on the internet. Going to install this weekend. |
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New York State | Wow discontinued Glad I removed mine from Deer Crusher. I will put it on my Silver and Black 2011 Vision |
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Central Maryland | I lafted my Vision up for the first time using the bask plate. Very nice! Stable. |
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Central Maryland | I lifted my Vision up for the first time using the bash plate. Very nice! Stable.
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Tucson , AZ | Just to let you know the plate works very well. My bike is around 2.5" off the ground. I was on a ride with some friends.. my girl was on the back. We were doing around 50 and did not see the cattle gaurd that has a mean down slope... my bike slammed into the ground hitting the skid plate. Peole behind me said it looked like 4th of July.. the bike had no problems.. did not even bend the arms where it attaches. no problems with case where it attaches as well. Saved my bike more than once. |
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Anderson, IN (48mi NE of downtown Indianapolis) | I put mine on today and it was an easy install. I simply replaced four stock bolts with four longer ones that came with the bash plate. That's it. Couldn't be any simpler. It does not cover the oil drain plug or oil filter so oil changes will not be affected.
I tried my motorcycle lift to see if lifting the bike was easier. The Vision is much more stable on the bash plate. Getting the bike off the ground is quicker because I don't have to make sure the lift is in exactly the right spot. The bash plate is going to make maintenance a bit easier. |
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | It saved my butt today, hit an innocuous speedbump in a parking lot today that almost left BOTH wheels high and dry. |
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Did you know, VPM makes a skid plate too?
http://www.victorypolicemotorcycles.com/pdf/VPM_COMPON_PROTECT.pdf
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Central Maryland | Nozzledog - 2011-09-27 12:53 AM
Did you know, VPM makes a skid plate too?
http://www.victorypolicemotorcycles.com/pdf/VPM_COMPON_PROTECT.pdf[...
Wow! That skid plate that VPM offers protects a far greater area than the current one we are using. Looks like the rectifier can be shielded from impact as well...
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Indianapolis, IN | Looks like it covers the oil filter. This would make the oil change a little harder, and messier. I think I'll stick with the ness version. |
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| hoosiervic - 2011-09-27 6:28 AM
Looks like it covers the oil filter. This would make the oil change a little harder, and messier. I think I'll stick with the ness version.
Not seeing what you're seeing... it looks like it extends a lot further forward than the Ness version, but certainly no more rearward... leaving the oil filter completely accessible. |
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Indianapolis, IN | Turk - 2011-09-27 8:47 AM hoosiervic - 2011-09-27 6:28 AM Looks like it covers the oil filter. This would make the oil change a little harder, and messier. I think I'll stick with the ness version. Not seeing what you're seeing... it looks like it extends a lot further forward than the Ness version, but certainly no more rearward... leaving the oil filter completely accessible. My bad...... with a second look at the pics I realize I was seeing the bike as facing the opposite direction. Having said this I would agree that the police bike plate does offer additional protection for the rectifier. |
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Part # VPMSKID
You would have to call a dealer for price.
I like how it protects the rectifier as well.
Too late for me though, my Ness bashplate has too many scrapes to resell it now.
Whoever finds out the price, post it please.
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Tampa, Fl United States | Nozzledog - 2011-09-27 2:02 PM
Part # VPMSKID
You would have to call a dealer for price.
I like how it protects the rectifier as well.
Too late for me though, my Ness bashplate has too many scrapes to resell it now.
Whoever finds out the price, post it please.
I called, around the $300 mark,doesn't have any available @ this time & says will only sell to the Police Force |
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Iron Butt
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| Oh well |
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Visionary
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Central Maryland | We need to find out who makes them; they are probably just a reseller..... |
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Cruiser
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Tucson , AZ | HMD has 6 Ness skid plates available.... we will offer these plates with free shipping in the 48 states. They wont last long ..... so place your order. HMD skid plates will be available first week of Oct.
Edited by hmd520 2011-09-28 9:12 AM
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Cruiser
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Desert Hot Springs (Palm Springs area), CA | hmd520 - 2011-09-28 9:11 AM
HMD has 6 Ness skid plates available.... we will offer these plates with free shipping in the 48 states. They wont last long ..... so place your order. HMD skid plates will be available first week of Oct.
And the big question... How are yours different from the Ness? or are they the same? |
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Cruiser
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Lavon, TX | +1
Edited by charbin 2011-09-29 7:09 AM
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Cruiser
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Tucson , AZ | JS5Owner - 2011-09-28 9:50 PM
hmd520 - 2011-09-28 9:11 AM
HMD has 6 Ness skid plates available.... we will offer these plates with free shipping in the 48 states. They wont last long ..... so place your order. HMD skid plates will be available first week of Oct.
And the big question... How are yours different from the Ness? or are they the same?
Ours will look the same... basically. My vision is one of the lowest out there. Tucson is not a smooth road city.LOL
I can say from many testings the plate does its job with not one downfall.
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Cruiser
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Okotoks, Alberta | HMD, I have a question regarding the raked trees you sell. Can you install them without the 2" extensions in order to lower the front of the bike? Or will it change the trail too much? |
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Cruiser
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Lavon, TX | So, it sounds like there is no need for me to wait until yours are available? How do I get that free shipping on the Ness model - I tried ordering on-line, and it shows like $30 for shipping. Also, do you offer a discount code for either vision-rider or VMC members? |
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Cruiser
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Tampa, Fl United States | charbin - 2011-09-29 10:33 AM
So, it sounds like there is no need for me to wait until yours are available? How do I get that free shipping on the Ness model - I tried ordering on-line, and it shows like $30 for shipping. Also, do you offer a discount code for either vision-rider or VMC members?
Just ordered 1 from Mike @HMD, talked to him & he has 1 more left, he ask to do as a online order & he'll remove the shipping charge, $209 out the door
FRED |
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Cruiser
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Tucson , AZ | farlz - 2011-09-29 9:31 AM
HMD, I have a question regarding the raked trees you sell. Can you install them without the 2" extensions in order to lower the front of the bike? Or will it change the trail too much?[/QUOTe
You can cut down the inserts on the rake kit.. this will lower the front down around 1.5 , when installing the 21" wheel.On a 21" wheel this will not effect the ride enough to really matter.
On my bike we modified the upper tree, to look like a conventional tree. The holes go all the way through. this allowed me to lower the bike even further. Of Course.... with even plus there is a minus.. you loose alot of your trail. but my bike has always had minimal trail. I now have a 23" wheel on the front of my Vision...we have had to do a little custom work to get it to handle correctly. But we are there now. rides great. Let me know if i can help. |
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Cruiser
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Tucson , AZ | charbin - 2011-09-29 9:33 AM
So, it sounds like there is no need for me to wait until yours are available? How do I get that free shipping on the Ness model - I tried ordering on-line, and it shows like $30 for shipping. Also, do you offer a discount code for either vision-rider or VMC members?
Just place the order , then give me a call. I will manually remove the freight. I only have 2 plates left from Ness that offer free shipping. |
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Iron Butt
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, WI | The skid plate makes the bike very stable on the jack. 
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Cruiser
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Tampa, Fl United States | hmd520 - 2011-09-30 9:22 AM
charbin - 2011-09-29 9:33 AM
So, it sounds like there is no need for me to wait until yours are available? How do I get that free shipping on the Ness model - I tried ordering on-line, and it shows like $30 for shipping. Also, do you offer a discount code for either vision-rider or VMC members?
Just place the order , then give me a call. I will manually remove the freight. I only have 2 plates left from Ness that offer free shipping.
Please let me know when you ship mine out
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Cruiser
Posts: 105
| I have a brand new Ness skid plate. Bought an extra one for a buddy, but he ended up selling his bike. $155 + $19 shipping. I take paypal.
Ride safe,
V-rodder |
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Iron Butt
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New York State | Rollin' - 2011-09-30 9:11 AM
The skid plate makes the bike very stable on the jack.
Great picture
This item is a must have for Vision owners |
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Puddle Jumper
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| I bought this plate for HMD520 months ago, it makes lifting the bike easier safer and more stable. I work nights and when coming home at 3am I hit a small animal that I could see maybe an armadillo because it was a hard blow to the bottom of the bike anyway when I got home and inspected the engine/skid plate there was blood on the plate with no damage to the bike. That plate is heavy duty! |
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Cruiser
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| I went to the website listed above... I think the skid plate has been discontinued. the very firstpost of this thread |
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Iron Butt
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Manchester, CT | http://www.hmd520.com/category/Vision---Accessories-25
Vision Case Protector
Vision Motor Protector Plate. When you lower your bike, this is a must . Helps protect the case of the motor from being damaged.
MADE FROM STEEL. POWDERCOATED
SKU Number: HMD-44
Price: $209.00
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Iron Butt
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Manchester, CT | Make sure you scroll down the page. They list one for the XC and a VV. |
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Puddle Jumper
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South Carolina | How thick is the plate? Is that 1/4" ? Is there a gap between the engine and the plate? |
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Puddle Jumper
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South Carolina | Looks like these could be home bulit using strap to go across and then a plate bolted or weld to the straps. Would save alot of cutting time. I've also thought about using honeycomb aluminum there for something to absorb the shock vs. transferring it to the sides of the case through the bolts.
Edited by biermark 2013-03-27 12:19 PM
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Ness Bash Plate