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Victory Hard-Ball
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Make Model |
Victory Hard-Ball |
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Year |
2012 |
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Engine |
Air / oil, , four stroke, 50° V twin SOHC,
4 valves
per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters |
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Capacity |
1731 |
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Bore x Stroke |
101 x 108
mm |
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Compression Ratio |
9.4:1 |
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Induction |
Electronic
Fuel Injection with dual 45mm throttle body |
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Ignition /
Starting |
- / electric |
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Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
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Exhaust |
Staggered
slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover |
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Max Power |
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Transmission /
Drive |
6 Speed / Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt |
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Front Suspension |
Inverted cartridge telescopic fork
, 5.1 in 130 mm wheel travel. |
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Rear Suspension |
Single, mono-tube gas, air adjustable
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4.7 in
wheel
travel. |
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Front Brakes |
2x 300mm floating rotor 4
piston caliper, ABS |
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Rear Brakes |
Single 300mm floating rotor
2 piston caliper, ABS |
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Front Tyre |
130/70-18 67H Dunlop 491
Elite II |
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Rear Tyre |
180/70-16 Dunlop Elite 3 |
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Seat Height |
667 mm / 26.25 in |
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Dry-Weight |
340 kg /
751 lb |
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Fuel Capacity |
22 Litres / 5.8 gal |
Joining the High-Ball in Victory’s expanding
stable of models is the 2012 Hard-Ball. The black-as-night iteration of the
High-Ball’s ape-hanger profile brings a touch of touring convenience with the
addition of saddlebags.
In addition to the black and pinstriped luggage are obvious additions such as
the two-person seat, crashbars, floorboards, lower fairing and split exhaust.
Not as immediately apparent are some of the changes Victory incorporated into
the Hard-Ball to better suit its longer-mileage persona.
The re-styled fuel tank holds 1.3 gallons more petrol, and the wheels, while
still spoked, increase in size as well. The front grows in diameter to 18
inches, from 16 inches on the High-Ball, and carries a 130/70 R18 Dunlop 491
Elite II, while the rear grows in width from 3.5 inches on the High-Ball to 5.0
inches on the Hard-Ball wearing a 180/60 R16 Dunlop Elite 3. The span between
wheels grew by nearly an inch to 65.7 in from the High-Ball’s 64.8 in.
Rake and trail figures are more relaxed, 29.0° / 5.6 in vs 31.7° / 6.7 in,
weight increases by 92 lbs (dry), and so does ground clearance by 1.1 in. Seat
height, at 26.25 inches, is 1.25 inches higher the High-Ball’s.
Up front the the Hard-Ball features an inverted fork and gains a second brake
disc while the braking system is of the ABS variety. Engine and drivetrain
remain unchanged from the High-Ball model.
Victory Hard-Ball Features and Benefits
106 Cubic-Inch Freedom V-Twin
At the heart of Hard-Ball sits the Freedom V-Twin power plant, expertly balanced
for perfectly controlled explosions that deliver 97 horsepower and 109 ft. lbs.
of hole shot torque. Maestro of the motorcycle world, it's what keeps man,
machine and highway working together in perfect harmony.
6-Speed Overdrive Transmission
The highest performing transmission on the road receives the power generated by
the massive V-Twin and seamlessly turns it into something you can use. Neutral
Selection Assist and helical-cut gears ensure every shift is as quiet and smooth
as the one before.
Ape-Hanger Handlebars
Make a statement with two fists in the air. These blacked-out apes are what give
the Hard-Ball its signature profile. Feel a little less simian? Pull 'em down
low for a more relaxed, but no less intimidating riding position.
18-Inch Laced Wheels
Old-school lace design with a red tire stripe. A style that sets the stage and
informs the world what riding is still all about. Throw a leg over a Victory
Hard-Ball. Wherever you want to go from here, these wheels will take you.
Red Pinstriping Paint Finish
Custom style never came so dark. The Victory Hard-Ball and its custom
pinstriping design lets everyone know that this bike is built to cross the line.
Hard Bagger Storage
21 gallons of hard bag storage allows you to hit the road for as long as you
want. You'll have plenty of cargo space for yourself and another rider's carry
on if you choose to leave the solo gig behind.
ABS Brakes
Standard on the Hard-Ball, the Victory Anti-Lock Brake System doesn't
discriminate between dry, wet or rock-strewn pavement. ABS is not for sissies,
it's allowing you and your Hard-Ball to own the road more than anyone else. No
matter the conditions, ABS monitors what the wheel is doing and gives you
consistent, smooth braking from the handlebar lever down to the rubber on the
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