Alpha and Omega
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Alpha and Omega
I have had many first year naked GL1000s and have been intrigued by the 2014-2015 Valkyrie ever since they were released. It is one of those bikes that you either love or hate, and I happen to love it. Yesterday, I bought a 2014 Maroon Valkyrie with 4000 miles on it for $8,300.00. There is about 40 years between these two versions, so you would expect many improvements. I was surprised at how basic the new version is: No automatic turn signal channelization, no cruise control, no gear indicator, etc. The engine is a different story. This bike is impressive when it comes to smooth power and you can tell this engine has been vastly improved in every way. Anyway, I am now the happy owner of one of the first and last of these naked bikes and although they are very different, both are impressive in their own way.
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Re: Alpha and Omega
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'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
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Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
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RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT Me Too!!
Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome
previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
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Re: Alpha and Omega
Interesting. After having the Omega Valk for 1+ years, any updated impressions? I'm going to look at one tonight and have had multiple Gl1100's, including one on the work stand right now.cfairweather wrote: ↑Thu Apr 13, 2023 7:22 am I have had many first year naked GL1000s and have been intrigued by the 2014-2015 Valkyrie ever since they were released. It is one of those bikes that you either love or hate, and I happen to love it. Yesterday, I bought a 2014 Maroon Valkyrie with 4000 miles on it for $8,300.00. There is about 40 years between these two versions, so you would expect many improvements. I was surprised at how basic the new version is: No automatic turn signal channelization, no cruise control, no gear indicator, etc. The engine is a different story. This bike is impressive when it comes to smooth power and you can tell this engine has been vastly improved in every way. Anyway, I am now the happy owner of one of the first and last of these naked bikes and although they are very different, both are impressive in their own way.
I'm debating if a big bike is in my future, with current options being Gen1 Valk, Gen2 Valk (not Rune), or Triumph Rocket III Roadster. We'll see.
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Re: Alpha and Omega
I really enjoy riding the 2014 Valkyrie and highly recommend it. I never liked the first generation of the Valkyrie, but the 2014/2015 version is great in my humble opinion. The power is very impressive and it is very smooth. It handles great and is rock solid when going down the interstate at any speed. Due to the design, you get a lot of wind protection even though it is naked. If you want automatic turn signal cancel, get the 2015 version or a black 2014. The blue and maroon 2014 models do not have auto cancel. Trying to add a third party auto cancel is not a simple option due to complex wiring that is unique to this model. You will be impressed!
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Re: Alpha and Omega
PICS ?
Valks are great bikes !!!!!
I put 128,110 miles on this one:
Valks are great bikes !!!!!
I put 128,110 miles on this one:
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Re: Alpha and Omega
I have always loved Valks but there I no way I could ever ride one comfortably. The high center of gravity and my 28 inch inseam are a recipe for disaster. I have dropped enough wings to know that I have limitations.
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"The book is wrong, this whole Conclusion is Fallacious" River Tam
"Yea I do dance awkwardly, and I am having more fun than you" Taylor Swift
2008 GL1800 IIIA "TH3DOG"
1984 GL1200 Standard
1975/6/7/8/9 Arthur Fulmer Dressed Road bike
1975 Naked Noisy and Nasty in town bike
Psst. oh and by the way CHANGE YOUR BELTS!!!!