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Most interesting to note that they report the radiators have been moved to the side.Originally Posted by Phantom
Went to the garage to check and there they already were. Silly Brits!
In my opinion this new VALKYRIE 1800 is appealing to the 25-45 year old crowd. Still riding their Gixers/Busas but want a brute cruiser for fun, I think that it will do well. Many were disappointed when Honda stopped making the VTX1800 .... this is a good replacement.
Successful people build each other up. They motivate, inspire and push each other. Unsuccessful people just hate, blame and complain.
Golding - x = f6b
F6b - y = Valkyrie
Awesome but I need hard bags and the front fairing.
Found this on the web
2014 Honda Valkyrie | First Look Review
After taking a break from the Honda lineup, the six-cylinder Valkyrie is back (the name debuted 18 years earlier), and the Gold-Wing based 2014 Honda Valkyrie has been reimagined as a modern power cruiser. Displacing 1832cc and producing maximum torque at 4000 rpm, the new Valkyrie weighs 154 pounds less than a fully dressed Gold Wing, yet puts out all the power of the luxury tourer.
Introducing the 2014 Honda Valkyrie on the rooftop of the Petersen Automotive Museum above the Miracle Mile in Los Angeles, Honda Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino said, “Today a motorcycling icon returns in all-new form. The Valkyrie is back, but this isn’t a motorcycle that celebrates the past. This is a cruiser unlike any other for people who want to seize the future, who appreciate distinctive style, who want the kind of performance no cruiser can match. The Valkyrie redefines the term ‘muscle cruiser.’” While the basic aluminum-frame chassis is the same as the Gold Wing and Gold Wing F6B, the Valkyrie has a few new wrinkles. The 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel gives the 2014 Valkyrie a bit more cornering clearance, and the 130mm front tire is designed to improve turn-in, as is the conservative 180mm rear. The 45mm cartridge-damping front fork has been lengthened and revalved, lifting the front of the Valkyrie up a bit.
The brakes are also upgraded, with new 310mm rotors (296s on the Gold Wing and F6B) and a 316mm rear rotor. ABS is an option.
Ergonomics have also been altered. The footpegs are 1.3 inches higher and just over a half-inch farther forward than on the F6B. To complement that, the bars are 1.3 inches forward and 1.5 inches taller, as well as three-quarters of an inch wider. The bars themselves are a full one-inch in diameter, given them a muscular feel. The passenger seat on the massive plastic rear fender and grab rails are easily removed, leaving a stylish solo saddle for solitary rides.
Sitting on the bike, it feels surprisingly unintimidating for a 750-pound, six-cylinder machine. I fired up the motor, and the exhaust system, which is unique to the Valkyrie, sounded meaty, yet refined. There’s also a new intake system designed to give the Valkyrie a good sound. Blipping the throttle takes it past the redline and into the rev limiter with ease. I didn’t get to ride the bike, but that sound and response of the motor filled me with anticipation.
Also of note is a new dashboard, with an LCD digital speedometer, tachometer, trip meters, clock, and fuel-level gauge. There’s an opening message when you turn the key to the on position, and you can customize it to whatever you like. The unique handlebar switchgear, LED turn signals, LED taillight and LED headlight all add to make the Valkyrie stand out from the other six-cylinder Hondas, and give it a fully modern appearance.
Look to a Spring 2014 availability for the 2014 Honda Valkyrie.
2014 Honda Valkyrie Specs:
- Engine Type: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder
- Bore and Stroke: 74mm x 71mm
- Compression ratio: 9.8:1
- Valve Train: SOHC; two valves per cylinder
- Induction: PGM-FI
- Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with 3-D mapping
- Transmission: Five-speed
- Final Drive: Shaft
- Suspension
- Front: 45mm cartridge fork
- Rear: Pro-Arm single side swingarm with Pro-Link rear single shock with hydraulic spring preload
- Brakes (ABS Optional)
- Front: Dual 310mm front discs
- Rear: Single 316mm rear disc
- Tires
- Front: 130/60R-19
- Rear: 180/55R-17
- Wheelbase: 67.2 inches
- Rake (Caster angle): 29° 50’
- Trial: 114mm (4.5 inches)
- Seat Height: 28.8 inches
- Fuel Capacity: 6.1 gallons
- Estimated Fuel Economy: TBD
- Colors: Black, Dark Red Metallic, Blue Metallic
- Curb Weight: 750 pounds (Valkyrie) / 754 pounds (Valkyrie ABS)
- Honda Genuine Accessories: Backrest, Wind Deflector, Passenger Floorboards, Rear Carrier, Saddlebags, LED Fog Lights, 12-Volt Accessory Socket, Billet Master Cylinder cover, Chrome Side Stand, Chrome Side Covers, Chrome Swingarm Pivot, Custom Grips, Boulevard Screen, Tall Windscreen, Leather Touring Bag
2014 Honda Valkyrie MSRP: Approximately $17,000
Successful people build each other up. They motivate, inspire and push each other. Unsuccessful people just hate, blame and complain.
Been lurking here a while as my next ride will most likely be the F6B. Pretty new to forums but learned a ton about my bikes on them. The regular gw forums seems to not like it or much else that I could tell but I don't see too much bad on any bike w the 1800 F6 engine. The F6B hits the sweet spot perfectly w bags and wind protection though.
IMHO, the new Valk looks C-O-O-L ! More ground clearance and more acceleration? C-O-O-L!
Here come the buts: NO windshield- NO bags- NO money or garage space! Shame, Shame. And... I really like my red F6B!!
God bless us all
srkeet
I just knew one day that algebra would come in handy!
KJ
SOLD 2013 F6B Black Deluxe
2014 Victory Cross Country Tour
EZRIDE
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I think it's butt ugly -- like someone didn't follow the wash directions and shrunk/melted a f6b. I own a 99 valk and like it waaaay better. So, as I LOVE my F6B -- I used a semi impartial judge . I informed the little lady that there was in fact a new valk coming out and her response was oh no are you going to trade in the f6 -- I mean you almost have to !! I said hold on and showed her a pic -- her response was OH HELL NO !!! IS THIS A JOKE!!
So there you have it
but am kinda hoping someone will in fact get off their butts and make go fast stuff for the 1800-- its no slouch but I do have a busa in my stable if i need to bend light
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