Thanks Doc that was excellent. I have a friend who has 6 HD's and one is a V-ROD which I have never seen him ride, maybe because he can't find the fuel tank.,
First thing I bought for my bike was a Harley Davidson Manual that I refer to all the time when doing any maintenance, even stuff I've done many times before. Looks like the V-Rod book is definitely a must for the owner.
I have had my vrod for 23 years, that Manual helped me figured out the correct maintenance schedule, trouble shooting, how to fix my it, and share that knowledge with other vrod owners, because the knowledge and expertise within the Harley Davidson techs has been lost, there are places that won’t even work on a 10 year old motorcycle. Fitzgerald motor sports in a good place to find experts on these type of bikes, if you can’t find the part these guys can cnc it for u, but the biggest issue is the electronic replacements. if you plan to keep this bike long term, invest in electronic replacement parts.
The Vrod is a great bike . I had a. 2009 VRSCF. I recently picked up a 2005 CVO SE VRSCSE . It’s a real shame how the aftermarket didn’t want anything to do with it . A lot of them are still holding their value though
You made a great choice with the CVO! Congrats bro. Here in AUS, especially in Sydney - VRod’s are the most sought after HD. Our aftermarket and support is very accessible. Take good care of your screamin’ Eagle. I’m currently on the market for a yellow CVO VRod. Ride safe brother ✊🏽
Very well explained, Doc. Thank you. To everybody who think that a Vrod is complicated to maintain, have a look on a Ducati Diabel. Not complicated, but very unusual.😊 Regards from Austria.
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson off the subject but when u do a whole cam conversion, how many miles to break it in? And within that period how many mph would be ideal when cruising? Thx.
Put the gas tank under the seat to help with the centre of gravity, then put the radiator reservoir up high and the battery up high. Makes no sense. Only thing that makes sense is Doc Harley.
I had a V-Rod for 10 years. I loved it but unfortunately too many of the HD faithful didn't. It was more European than American, which was okay with me, and an engineering marvel and headache at the same time. If you get a chance to ride one, do so. A sheer blast to ride!
@@tightright7561 The entire motorcycle industry has been plagued by high prices. The young kids used to buy 600cc and up inline 4 crotch rockets but with a ZX-6R 600cc bike costing $11-12k MSRP they've had to settle for the cheaper parallel twin fart machines.
Lots of great information as always, Doc. I enjoy all your videos. Have you ever done one on riding your clutch in the friction zone or gray zone? I want to practice motor officers skills training but can't afford to drop a lot of money in clutches.
Always wanted one, but by the time I was interested in buying one, HD discontinued it. This was a very good motorcycle that should have continued on along with the “traditional” bikes. It was ahead of its time. Would have loved to see a v-rod trike 😁, or better yet a reverse v-rod trike like the new can am spyders. This thing would look awesome in that configuration IMO
I didn't want to sell my Vrod ever but HD making parts scarce scared me even though I never needed anything from them and the value was still high from the PLANdemic nonsense so I sold it to a dealer who sold it pretty quick for a few grand more. I miss that open exhaust loud beasty. 😢
Doc I need your help. I've got a 2011 NRS. My girl complains about the pegs when she rides with me so I bought some passenger pegs for a V-Rod Muscle. Do I have to have a special bracket to attach them or do they just bolt on to the frame? Haven't had time to look at as the bike is at a friend's house in another city getting tires, fork tube rebuild and black out covers put on. Just need some insight.
Thanks, Doc,exactly what's needed for those senior moments. While here can I ask about the maintenance regimen of radiator coolant apart from its periodic top-up? Does it deteriorate over time, particularly over lengthy storage and if so is there a need to flush and replace it. The marketing ploys sometimes have a conflict of interest as to what might be suggested as the ' right product for you'. Now, where did I put down that allen key? Cheers from sunny Queensland.
I do not know of a manufacturer here in the States. V-Rod had a huge following in Europe. A German and Italian company made many parts but that was before production stopped. I am sure you have asked on all the V-Rod forums….Doc
Depends how you use it. If you ride in the winter or on very dirty roads, it's great having everything covered up. Keeps it all clean and keeps corrosion at bay.
i think he meanz whats the best year for v rod or worst year for v rod. 2006 has mid controls and taller shocks more lean angle@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson
I was a little late to the Vrod party, I didn’t get my first one until early 05. All together I’ve had 6. It’s hard to pick my favorite model, but I have my favorite models in the garage. The 08D, last of the original Nightrods. Then the 13F, the Muscle has the styling of what the power cruiser is supposed to have. At the end of the day, the 08D will be my forever bike because at the end of the day, it has the best qualities of the Vrod in one package. Either way, I’ll be the old man riding the Vrod one day. I should snag up a couple more so that I’ll have a couple parts bikes. Too bad that there’s only a handful of shops that’ll actually work on them.
Kevin we have not had that situation come into our shop. Take head a part, bring it to a machine shop that will weld up the hole and tap it. Helicoils don’t last. A Time-sert is better but will effect the way a spark plug dissipates heat…..Doc
@@martincvitkovich724 they don't break and if they do its a hell of a lot cheaper than a harley not to mention you can buy two hondas for the price one harley
@@donnieburger3721 What a joke. Took my Honda wheel off to change a tire and the cheap ass rim bent under the pressure of a tire iron. Never happened to real bikes i've owned like HD BSA an BMWd Triumph
Thanks Doc that was excellent. I have a friend who has 6 HD's and one is a V-ROD which I have never seen him ride, maybe because he can't find the fuel tank.,
😆…..Doc
The service manual, parts manual and electrical manuals are a god send when working on a V-rod. Great advice
I love Vrod videos! Keep ‘em up doc!
First thing I bought for my bike was a Harley Davidson Manual that I refer to all the time when doing any maintenance, even stuff I've done many times before. Looks like the V-Rod book is definitely a must for the owner.
Did exactly the same.Money well spent.
I'd like to ride it but not own it. That's too much work. I like my road king period. Alot easy to work on.
An other GREAT video. Super good idea. Thanks Doc! Especially since I've been eye-balling a sweet V-Rod for sale and know nothing about them.
Thanks Doc, still have my V-Rod. One of my favorite H-D motors.
My first bike and still my only bike that still satisfies 2016 V Rod Night Rod Special 🤘
I'm about to buy a used one similar to yours on the weekend, v-rod 2016 do u recommend brother?
I have had my vrod for 23 years, that Manual helped me figured out the correct maintenance schedule, trouble shooting, how to fix my it, and share that knowledge with other vrod owners, because the knowledge and expertise within the Harley Davidson techs has been lost, there are places that won’t even work on a 10 year old motorcycle. Fitzgerald motor sports in a good place to find experts on these type of bikes, if you can’t find the part these guys can cnc it for u, but the biggest issue is the electronic replacements. if you plan to keep this bike long term, invest in electronic replacement parts.
Great advice…..Doc
I heard the 20 thousand mile service for valve adjustment is expensive?
The Vrod is a great bike . I had a. 2009 VRSCF. I recently picked up a 2005 CVO SE VRSCSE . It’s a real shame how the aftermarket didn’t want anything to do with it . A lot of them are still holding their value though
You made a great choice with the CVO! Congrats bro. Here in AUS, especially in Sydney - VRod’s are the most sought after HD. Our aftermarket and support is very accessible. Take good care of your screamin’ Eagle. I’m currently on the market for a yellow CVO VRod. Ride safe brother ✊🏽
Very well explained, Doc. Thank you.
To everybody who think that a Vrod is complicated to maintain, have a look on a Ducati Diabel.
Not complicated, but very unusual.😊
Regards from Austria.
Try doing service on a Can Am Spyder. It's a nightmare.
Well said…..Doc
@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson off the subject but when u do a whole cam conversion, how many miles to break it in? And within that period how many mph would be ideal when cruising? Thx.
Put the gas tank under the seat to help with the centre of gravity, then put the radiator reservoir up high and the battery up high. Makes no sense. Only thing that makes sense is Doc Harley.
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Big thumbs up for the channel...
I had a V-Rod for 10 years. I loved it but unfortunately too many of the HD faithful didn't. It was more European than American, which was okay with me, and an engineering marvel and headache at the same time. If you get a chance to ride one, do so. A sheer blast to ride!
Harley messed up with DC Buell and the Vrod. I think they are doomed with less models and prices that are extremely high?
@@tightright7561 The entire motorcycle industry has been plagued by high prices. The young kids used to buy 600cc and up inline 4 crotch rockets but with a ZX-6R 600cc bike costing $11-12k MSRP they've had to settle for the cheaper parallel twin fart machines.
If you like the Vrod, it wouldn't hurt to check out the Yamaha VMAX. Very similar bike, with an extra 90hp. Will tear your arms from their sockets.
@@PotatoeJoe69 Buy a VMax?? LOL, Wow, you really understand nothing about Harley buyers
@@stanleymasterson1135 The VROD is not purchased by Harley buyers... because it's actually a Porsche.
Finally a Harley with an oil filter in a sensible location.
and a fuel tank in a sensible location which lowers center of gravity.
Lots of great information as always, Doc. I enjoy all your videos. Have you ever done one on riding your clutch in the friction zone or gray zone? I want to practice motor officers skills training but can't afford to drop a lot of money in clutches.
Then you better stop there. We switch out clutch parts after every Rodeo and class qualification…..Doc
I knew about where the gasoline went but i just really learned a lot, thanks Doc!
And now with the advent of the pan america, sporster s, and the new nightster we have 3 more motorcycles that have all kinds of mysteries!🏍👍✌️😁
👍👍👍…..Doc
Finally a oil filter location that didn’t drop oil onto the engine cases!
and the motor mount
Please do a service video on v rod stator bolt, valve lash and other v rod specific service key points and service bulletins
Always wanted one, but by the time I was interested in buying one, HD discontinued it. This was a very good motorcycle that should have continued on along with the “traditional” bikes. It was ahead of its time.
Would have loved to see a v-rod trike 😁, or better yet a reverse v-rod trike like the new can am spyders. This thing would look awesome in that configuration IMO
Interesting thoughts…..Doc
Not sure I would own one but I’d love to ride one just to see how it was! Great video doc!
man that thing is dirty
I didn't want to sell my Vrod ever but HD making parts scarce scared me even though I never needed anything from them and the value was still high from the PLANdemic nonsense so I sold it to a dealer who sold it pretty quick for a few grand more. I miss that open exhaust loud beasty. 😢
Thanks for making another VRod video 👍🏻
I like the V-Rods they're nice!
Thx Doc. I don’t own a VRod but if you put a vid out, I watch it. I always learn something. Thank you Sir. 👍
Thanks for your support Brian….Doc
Had a V Rod Muscle for a short while. It was a great bike in my opinion.
Doc I need your help. I've got a 2011 NRS. My girl complains about the pegs when she rides with me so I bought some passenger pegs for a V-Rod Muscle. Do I have to have a special bracket to attach them or do they just bolt on to the frame? Haven't had time to look at as the bike is at a friend's house in another city getting tires, fork tube rebuild and black out covers put on. Just need some insight.
There was a Muscle in 2011 so you have a chance it will fit….Doc
Thanks, Doc,exactly what's needed for those senior moments. While here can I ask about the maintenance regimen of radiator coolant apart from its periodic top-up? Does it deteriorate over time, particularly over lengthy storage and if so is there a need to flush and replace it. The marketing ploys sometimes have a conflict of interest as to what might be suggested as the ' right product for you'. Now, where did I put down that allen key?
Cheers from sunny Queensland.
Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000KM)
I bought my 02 in 02. Still have it today. Only Harley I’d own.
That bike will really screw up these new technicians at the Harley dealers
Best Harley davidson engine ever!!!!!!!
Muscle cruisers are a blast…would love to have one in my stable!
Do you know if there is anyway to change forward foot controls to mid controls on a 2003 vrod?
I do not know of a manufacturer here in the States. V-Rod had a huge following in Europe. A German and Italian company made many parts but that was before production stopped. I am sure you have asked on all the V-Rod forums….Doc
well now i have an idea why the v-rod was not a mega hit. Kinda like my car-- everything covered up .
Depends how you use it. If you ride in the winter or on very dirty roads, it's great having everything covered up. Keeps it all clean and keeps corrosion at bay.
My vrod does not have that plate cover for the oil filter, do you happen to know the part number?
I do not understand. I don’t know of a Plate over the engine oil filter. Ask your local parts specialist…..Doc
Great video! I hear Harley Davidson won't work on older bikes. What's the cutoff? Will you work on my '01 FLHR?
Hey Doc great review! Your professional opinion what is the where's the rod year? Thank you once again great review I would appreciate your input
I’m sorry I do not understand your question🤷♂️….Doc
i think he meanz whats the best year for v rod or worst year for v rod. 2006 has mid controls and taller shocks more lean angle@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson
Thanx Sir!!…💪
The V-Rod people may be in trouble if they are just now looking at maintenance.
Thanks Doc for another great tech tip👍🏻
the only thing you didn't find was the 10MM
😆…..Doc
Rode with many other Cali vrodders from the Vrod forum. What a blast
I was a little late to the Vrod party, I didn’t get my first one until early 05. All together I’ve had 6. It’s hard to pick my favorite model, but I have my favorite models in the garage. The 08D, last of the original Nightrods. Then the 13F, the Muscle has the styling of what the power cruiser is supposed to have. At the end of the day, the 08D will be my forever bike because at the end of the day, it has the best qualities of the Vrod in one package. Either way, I’ll be the old man riding the Vrod one day. I should snag up a couple more so that I’ll have a couple parts bikes. Too bad that there’s only a handful of shops that’ll actually work on them.
That is a great story…..Doc
Thanks Doc. Huge help.
Great to hear…..Doc
I'd say I'm getting rid of it....too much work
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Hahaha Doc you are so funny with this kind of stuff :-)
I like the V-Rod but like my M8's better
Hi Doc, thanks for all the great videos, any advice on stripped spark plug hole on a M8 and best repair option. 👍💯
Kevin we have not had that situation come into our shop. Take head a part, bring it to a machine shop that will weld up the hole and tap it. Helicoils don’t last. A Time-sert is better but will effect the way a spark plug dissipates heat…..Doc
Are they using brillo pads to clean the polished aluminum? I don't miss polishing that stuff but it looked good on mine all the time.
That is one corroded bike. Sad.
Probably one of the best Harleys made.
Sir May I remind you Porche designed the motor…..Doc
@LowCountryHarleyDavidson which is exactly why it's the only harley anyone should have😂😂
Very interesting! Thanks Doc! 🙏
Wow didn’t know none of this, Thanks for the info.
Great tips doc this is definitely a breed of its own
Makes me appreciate my twin cam Softail!
Always a great presentation.
Thanks Grunt…..Doc
Thank you
The battery access still looks easier than the Street 750.
😆…..Doc
Not a real Harley 😊
I disagree…..Doc
The only redeeming quality of the VROD is the oil filter location. Other than that it should have been an Yamaha
Like that's a drawback 😂
only way to fix a harley is to buy a honda
what do you do when the Honda breaks?
@@martincvitkovich724 they don't break and if they do its a hell of a lot cheaper than a harley not to mention you can buy two hondas for the price one harley
@@donnieburger3721 What a joke. Took my Honda wheel off to change a tire and the cheap ass rim bent under the pressure of a tire iron. Never happened to real bikes i've owned like HD BSA an BMWd Triumph
@@martincvitkovich724 all simple bikes for simple minded people 🤣mite as well put a briggs and stratton in the frame
Donnie why are you here?…..Doc