2008 Victory Kingpin Review

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine and Transmission

2008 Victory Kingpin

Engine Type: 4-stroke 50° V-Twin

Cooling System: Air/Oil 

Displacement: 100 ci/1634cc 

Bore x Stroke: 101x102mm 

Compression Ratio: 8.7:1

Valve Train: Single overhead camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder, self-adjusting cam chains, hydraulic lifters 

Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection with 45mm throttle bodies

Fuel Capacity: 4.5/17.0 U.S. gallons/liters

Exhaust: Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover 

Oil Capacity: 5.0qts/4.75ltr

Charging System: 38 amps max output

Battery: 12 volts/18 amp hours

Primary Drive: Gear drive with torque compensator 

Clutch: Wet, multi-plate 

Transmission: 6-speed (5-speed on the 8-Ball version) overdrive constant mesh 

Final Drive: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt 

Chassis and Dimensions

2008 Victory Kingpin

Front Suspension: Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43mm diameter, 5.1in/130mm travel

Rear Suspension: Single, mono-tube gas,cast aluminum with rising rate linkage , 3.9in/100mm travel, preload adjustable spring 

Front Brake: 300mm floating rotor with 4-piston caliper 

Rear Brake: 300mm floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Front Wheel: 18x3.0in 

Rear Wheel: 18x5.0in 

Front Tire: 130/70B18 Dunlop 491 Elite II 

Rear Tire: 180 55-B18 Dunlop D417 

Length: 99.5/2537 in/mm;102.9/2614 in/mm-Kingpin Tour

Wheelbase: 65.6/1666 in/mm

Seat Height: 26.5/673 in/mm

Ground Clearance: 5.8/148 in/mm

Rake/Trail: 32.8°/5.4/138 in/mm

Dry Weight: 676/307 lbs/kg; 670/304 lbs/kg-Kingpin 8-Ball; 741/336 lbs/kg-Kingpin Tour

GVWR: 1234/560 lbs/kg

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Models Available

Apart from the simple Kingpin, the one which features the classic cruiser look, the American manufacturer also offers a year old and a brand new model as alternatives to potential buyers who intend crossing the States or simply have no weaknesses for bling.

Victory Kingpin Tour

2008 Victory Kingpin Tour

Practically a simple version (even the colors are the same) fully equipped with windshield, luxury-touring seat with passenger backrest and an impressive 22 gallons carrying capacity, this is the ideal machine for Victory fans who have passed the “wind in you chest” days and look for comfort while soaking up hundreds of miles during the normal weekend trip. MSRP is $18,399.

Victory Kingpin 8-Ball

2008 Victory Kingpin 8-Ball

This model is actually a brand new introduction and addressed to the rebels out there who still search for a comfy machinery with loads of torque and mean looks. It easily sets apart from the first two models as it is painted entirely black including engine, wheels, bars and mirrors.

The only mechanical difference between it and the simple Kingpin is the fact that it features a five-speed gearbox. Price is $13,999.

You don’t have to be a bad boy (or girl) to ride one, but it will definitely look and feel like one.

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