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<b>Cheers & Jeers<br> Engine: 9 </b>Strongest among 1500/1600 twins<br><b>Drivetrain: 8 </b>Smoother and quieter than most big Vees<br><b>Handling: 7 </b>Fork and wheels transform response<br><b>Braking: 7 </b>Powerful and controllable<br><b>Ride: 7 </b>Firm, rarely harsh, smile-inducing at speed<br><b>Ergonomics: </b>7 Plush saddle, floorboards, heel-toe shifting<br><b>Features: 5 </b>Chintzy functional details; long options list <br><b>Refinement: </b>7 Long and low styling; Vegas fuel tank a miss<br><b>Value: 7 </b>Midway between Japan and Milwaukee<br><b>Fun Factor: 9 </b>It's tough to beat<br><b>Verdict: </b>With its mechanical enhancements, classic styling and true cruiser panache, the Kingpin is a major player
Victory Kingpin Motorcycle Road Test

 Cheers & Jeers
Engine: 9 Strongest among 1500/1600 twins
Drivetrain: 8 Smoother and quieter than most big Vees
Handling: 7 Fork and wheels transform response
Braking: 7 Powerful and controllable
Ride: 7 Firm, rarely harsh, smile-inducing at speed
Ergonomics: 7 Plush saddle, floorboards, heel-toe shifting
Features: 5 Chintzy functional details; long options list
Refinement: 7 Long and low styling; Vegas fuel tank a miss
Value: 7 Midway between Japan and Milwaukee
Fun Factor: 9 It's tough to beat
Verdict: With its mechanical enhancements, classic styling and true cruiser panache, the Kingpin is a major player  View Related Article

 

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