Introductions:

[Big-X]

My name is Ray Kirby, I live outside Charlotte, NC. I work as a 911 supervisor in Charlotte. From 1987 to 2002 I worked as a EMT-Paramedic tll a shoulder injury forced me into dispatch.

I bought my VTX after looking at several brands, the X stood out and I bought it July 2003. I ride as ofetn as I cana nd I can't think of a bike I would like better, my wife wants a 1300c now for her.

Enjoy the boards! :coffee:

My bike:

[Wyandotte Kid]

Hi everybody. Bill Lage here. I live in a small town just west of Augusta Georgia. A long time shift worker who boils water for a living. Somebody's got to do it.
I have an '02 1800C for about 2 1/2 years now. Gone about as far as I can with it without spending big money. Don't even look at other bikes. I have what I want.

[rebls]

Lou Pisapia, Used Car Manager for a car dealership. Been riding for a few years now. Have a 04 1300C only mod HK 2.5's and new mirrors. Love riding spending time w/family.

[Retro Rocket]

Charlie Degener, Toms River NJ.
Been riding since I was 12 .. now 49.
I'm a consulting network engineer .
I bought my VTX 1800 Retro back when they first came out in 2002 to replace my pokey Honda Shadow Aero 1100. Once you have the power you can never go back ! :choppersm

[gcs_fl_vtxr]

Hello,
I'm Les Harclerode in Green Cove Springs, FL. I ride an 02 1800 Retro with Ultimate X lowboy seat, Hondaline backrest and saddlebags, 21" Memphis Fats windshield and MC ent engine guard. I retired from 36 yrs with DoD last August, thinking of going back to work. Not computers again, oooo nooo. Love to ride and doing it more and more.

[Wyandotte Kid]

Don't know why everybody waited for me to break the ice but I'm glad to see the posts. Hey Bigx, how much of a post whore do I have to be lose the junior member tag.

[NC Hammer]

Don't know why everybody waited for me to break the ice but I'm glad to see the posts. Hey Bigx, how much of a post whore do I have to be lose the junior member tag.

Keep postin' Bill, it'll change before you know it.

:hmm2:

[NC Hammer]

Ron Dob here. I work for Wachovia Bank in Winston Salem, NC. I live in Lexington, NC. I rode alot in the 70's on my 1971 Yamaha 650. Then had kids, etc. Sold the bike(s).

Now, kids are grown and gone as well as the wife (not grown, just GONE).

Bought my fast black VTX 1300S from HDL online in Dec of 2002. Took delivery in January 2003, Put Lindby Custom highway bars, National Cycle hard bags and the Honda windshield and lightbar on her before I rolled her out of the basement in March 2003 for my first ride. (Paperwork snafu).

Since then I have added: Honda Deluxe backrest, Ultimate 4 piece seats, Robert Wilson custom type 2 tank bib, National fender tips, spotlight visors, 4" Aeromach risers, Claton Root exhaust mod, Aerostich handlebar clock, Clear brake & signal light lenses, White Walls, K&N filter and over 20,000 miles.

Nice to see some activity here.

Lets see some pics. Here's mine:
http://www.vtxcafe.com/gallery/data/500/19Bike-7-18-04-1-800-med.jpg

[blkxride]

I'm Stephen West and I just moved to Cape Coral Florida the last of June. I sold my remodeling business just before moving down. Haven't decided what to do just yet but I'll probably do some work on our new house before I look for something to do. I've got a black '03 1300S "Naomi" I've got a little over 20k and she has been just beautiful ever since I picked her up. I brought from HDL in N Miami and rode back to Atlanta where I just moved from. I've got the Ultimate set with backrest (my best investment) and Pillion, Roadhouse 2-1 pipes (love the sound and the little extra torque), phat risers, small National wind deflector shield and K-drive bags. I started riding at 14 (I'm just a little older now) and have loved it ever since. My wife says it's the only thing that I really like to do :nono: and I tell her it's amazing how she is always right :bleh:

[Tom]

Hi everyone, I'm Tom. I came here after Ray showed me his new project in the works. I see it's up and open to the public and I thought I'd register here and help out where I can. I'm a skateboarder living in Ontario canada right now. I'll be popping in here as much as I can, hopefully learn a ton from you guys about bikes. My uncle's got his beautiful 2004 BMW R 1100 S parked in my garage at the moment actually, I love that bike. It's sooo nice ^_^
Anyways, I'll see you gusy around!

[Goose]

Hello to all. Myname is Bobby Harris aka Goose, I live in Coldwater, MS I ride a 2003 illiusion blue 1300 r. How do I post a picture?
Thanks Goose

[Big-X]

Welcome to the site. As for a photo, if you have the photos you can use [img] tags. If the photo is on your PC at the bottom of the post use "mannage attachments" pick the photo from your hard drive and may sure you click the "upload" button.

If you use our photo gallery here, when you have the photo uploaded the image tag is supplied for you. http://www.vtxcafe.com/gallery/

Hope that helps.

[cohunna]

Happy to see this message board! Looking forward to much fun on here! Nothing like the VTX1800.

[VlueThunderX]

Hello, I my name is Israel Delgado, I was reffer to this board by Dennis. I live in Cape Coral, Fl. Own a VTX 1800 Custom. I am very impress with this site. :cheers:
http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/3945/32802005_0425Image2.jpg
http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/3945/32802005_0425Image5.jpg

[BER_1800]

Hey all Brad Robbins here down south in MS. Scoot'n around on an 1800S with a few goodies added on with more on the way.

[tlw@redplains.net]

Hello. Tommy Wyche here. I live in Taylor, TX and ride a 1300 04 Honda. Retired from teaching and the construction business. Hot here this time of year but still ride in morning and late afternoon.

[Captain X]

Hello fellow X-er's. Steve here. I got back into riding after a 30 year absence. As a 20 year veteran firefighter/paramedic, I hesitated every time I wanted a new bike because of all the bikers I had scraped up off the road over the years. When I saw my first VTX, I instantly fell in love with it and had to have one. (I also realized that most of the motorcycle fatalities that I have seen over the years fell into two categories... 1. Kids on crotch-rockets and 2. Harley guys without helmets.) We all take chances on our bikes in dealing with the crazy drivers, but I've discovered that the risk is well worth living life to the fullest. Here's wishing you all safe roads ahead and plenty of quality time aboard your X's. Later Brothers

[RickE]

Just got here a few minutes ago, want to say hey to everyone
My name is Rick. I live in Evans Ga. I ride a 2005 Silver VTX 1300R.
I am an Aircraft Technician. I work on Corporate Jet Engines

[ttownsan]

Hello all, Tim checking in from good ol' Tampa, FL. I ride an 04' 1300C as often as possible. I am 28, married, with 1 child, and an auto mechanic. I am also a member of VTXOA which is also a great message board with awesome people and advise. Any of you who do not know about this board, check it out. I am happy that another board opened up for us X riders and look forward to communicating and possible riding with the people on this board.

[Hoagie]

I'm John from a small town near Allentown ,Pennsylvania. I own a Candy Red '02 1800 Retro with spoked wheels. I bought the bike about 3 years ago and have enjoyed it completely. No problems with it yet. I am 53 and work production for the past 28 years

[Classic58]

Hello fellow VTX'rs!. I'm Tim Beck and I live just east pf Pittsburgh, PA. I ride an 04 1300S, black and all the chrome I can afford! Pics soon I hope!

Y'all ride safe!!!

[bigredvtx]

Hello Ray[/FONT]
Thanks for giving me a "heads" up on this.

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Good morning all,
My name is Rick and I work at an Hydraulics Company in Tucker, Ga.
I bought my VTX1800C in October of 2002. It is an illusion red and it has taken me to places like Sturgis and down the Blue Ridge Parkway.
I enjoy the heck out of this well powered, quick and responsive bike.
I'll be checking in and out during the week as I keep my email's up all the time for business purposes (and of course, I get to mix a little pleasure in here and there as well).
Thanks,
Rick

[chazb458]

Good morning everyone:

My name is Charles, just go an email on this site this morning. It's great and good work on the layout. I have my first new bike ever and the only the 2nd I've ever owned. The first was an early 80's model KZ650, but cruisers is all I was interested in. Got my 1300r last month. I almost made the mistake of buying the Bulivard 50 but everyone said it would be too small. With my frame they were right. My only regret is that I didn't get the 1800. I'll stick with it until the extended warranty runs out. Lets see 4 weeks 3000 miles already times 5 years...makes my butt sore.

[Outlaw1800]

Outlaw 1800 here. The name is Chuck. 2002 1800R tricked a bit fo' sure. Member of VTXOA, VaXRiders, Southern Cruisers & ABATE. Contractor. Just what I need, another place on the internet to spend time when I should be working or riding my X.

[Maniac66]

Hey all!! Just signed up and like it so far. It's great to have another venue to go to. My name is Scott (aka) Maniac, I'm out of Orange Park, Florida (Jacksonville area). Currently in the Navy and getting ready to retire in 17 month's. Navy's been good to me the last 18.5 years, but now it's time to roll and ride my X for the rest of my life, and not have to worry about leaving it in the garage for 6 to 8 month every time I go out to sea. Hope to meet & make some great X'r friend's here. Let's Ride Out!!!!!! :choppersm

[beehive]

Hello all, figured I'd drop a line. I don't have much to say at the moment other than I like the layout of this web site. I am currently working at the Sun Refinery in Tulsa, OK.

[mstevens]

Hi, my name is Michael Stevens and I am an Insurance Agent in Silsbee, TX (S.E. TX) and I just purchased a new 2003 Honda VTX 1800 C this past February. I been looking at them since they originally came out and they were a huge head turner for me. I have ridden sport bikes and different cruisers but this is the best overall bike I have ever owned. We have since made bike trips to Fredericksburg, TX, Branson, Mo. along with several bike rallys. My girlfriend usually rides with me and she loves it as well!

[FL_VTX_GA]

Thanks for the welcome. I'm Jay Birdsall and live in West Palm Beach, FL and Hiawassee, GA. When I bought my X more than two years I gave my car to my son. Deciding to ride 365 days a year was the second best decision I ever made. The first was buying the X.

[Xster]

Xster, here, 48yo from Fortville, IN, northeast of Indianapolis. Owner of a Black 03 1300s, for about 18 months. Back riding after many years. Grew up on little hondas, never going anywhere else. One day I will spring for the Neo Retro, and be happy ever after...Until then, I will enjoy my long fendered beauty. Loved my first Honda Homecoming, met many new friends from my state.

Xster

[Mer]

Hi all! I'm Marianne and I've been riding my silver VTX 1300R for almost a year now and loving every minute of it! My H and I both started riding about 3 years ago on our Honda ACE's. (also a great bike!) Our bikes have taken us to some beautiful places and enabled us to meet some pretty awesome people.

[jeheap]

Hi folks! My name is Jim and I just joined up to this site and am impressed. Looks like fun. I recently got back on motorcycles after getting the last child out of the house. Last bike I had was an early 80's Silver Wing which I totaled after hitting a dog at 60 MPH. I walked away, but the boss (wife) said she wasn't raising the kids on her own. Now, with her blessing, I just purchased the 2005 VTX 1800F. It's a great bike and I'm enjoying it every chance I get.

[S c a r]

Hi my name is Shaun, I am an Air Force officer stationed at Langley AFB, Va and finally bought a motorcycle. I am a 42 yr old newbie rider (1600 miles so far on a candy apple red 1300) and am loving every minute of it...learning a lot and hoping to learn more from you experienced riders.

[VTXR]

Hello everyone! My name is Dave,I live in central Connecticut.I got an '03 1800 R with 47,000 miles on her :) ,she's been a great machine since the day I rolled her off the showroom floor.I hope to meet some of you and do some riding.

[Jrsess]

Jrsess here, I live in Wesley Chapel Fl., just north of Tampa . Been here 20years,lived in Northern Wisconsin before.I bought my X march 2001,I honestly never rode any bike quite like it.It was love at first sight!I also have a1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 I bought brand new.I'm also a member of the VTXOA. Ride Safe Jrsess :cool:

[Mikeh2806]

Hello everyone I'm mike
I live in Colorado I just bought my VTX 1300 so I haven't had a chance to do much to it. I love the ride of the bike. I have ridin several other bikes and the VTX is by far the best.

[monty7562]

first post on the vtx site. sure can't have enough of these.

[back in black]

Hey everyone, my name is dean manley, i live in maumee oh, sub of toledo, i have a 2003 1800. i'm a millwright for ford. love to ride and do things with the family. :patriot: :beer:

[back in black]

just posting to get to the magical 15 so i can use the arcade :bleh: :bleh: :bleh:

[back in black]

i think we need a pw thread :hmm2:

[retiredgrunt]

Hello fellow Xers, Im Ed from Lexington SC, I retired from the Army and now work for a govt contractor. I moved up from a HD 1200 Sportster to an 05 1800S, could not be more pleased, no more vibration.

[jguidry]

HI, Jamie from South Carolina near Rock Hilll. I have been riding on two wheels since 5 on my beloved Honda 50. Bought a Honda 350 at age 15 and have been on the road ever since. Owned Harley, Kawi and still Kawi, but always come back to Red. I have a VTX1800C 2003, CBR600RR. Enjoy riding especially with wife and 16 year old son who rides a Ninja 250. Training right and train them early. Son has raced MX since 6, but is now coming to love the open road. Mother bites her nails, but enjoys riding. Great site and some really sweet rides posted here. Nothing special about mine a few extras nothing to brag about except getting rid of the factory can for some 2" cobra's that may be getting swapped out soon. Any suggestions? All are welcome. Just got back from a week long ride to Savannah, met friends and rode in all directions from there. Great fun.

Safe Motoring and thanks to Dennis or Ray you no who you are for sending me here.

Jamie

[TXVTX]

I'm Jim and I like to see the country. I've put 26,000 miles on my bike in 18 months. Great bike!! Looking forward to learning more from you folks.

[MDBrown]

Hi VTX riders Iam a 61 year young man who got back on a bike after 17 years of raising a family. I love my 2004 VTX 1300. Hope to see you on the road. Live Free and Ride Safe

[coyotehunter]

My name is Dale Halpin, I live in Schenectady NY.
I work as an electronic technician, have formerly been
a field engineer for two computer companies.
I served in the US Navy and Army in the electronics repair field.
I have been riding Hondas since 1972 and this is my fifth Honda.
It isn't perfect, but it is at least twice as powerful as my last bike,
and I enjoy riding it more than words can say.
My bike is a 2003 VTX1800C with Retro fenders.

[htownvtx]

Hi folks,
James from Houston, TX happy to be here. I own a 03' 1800 retro, which I've had since October of 03', and have put over 20,000 miles on. At the time of this purchase I was set on a HD Fatboy, that is until I was told, by my cousin who was buying a Goldwing at the time, to check out the VTX. I have'nt looked back since. I look forward to talking with you all.

[68chappy]

Hello all, I am new to the vtx world as I have ridden another brand for years and just recently purchased an 03 retro 1800. love it so far and am looking forward to a long relationship with it. I work too many hours and ride too few ..that is going to change
take care all remember Jesus saves us all
chappy

[agent52]

Hello Everyone...One of the many Michigan "X" riders new to this site....Hope to have many good conversations with all of you...Bye for now RIDE SAFE

[Paintman]

Hi everyone, Skip here. I live in the Indy area. Bought my VTX just before mother's day and have logged a little over 4000 miles on it. My wife and I went to MI last week and put 1400 miles on it. When we got back, she asked where we're going for Labor day weekend. I'm not sure who enjoys the ride more, her or me. Great bike for a long ride. Glad to be a part of this. Always looking for someone to ride with.

[Gertbfrobe]

Hello, Im Eric from Church Hill Tenn. Just joined the cafe, and am pleased with it so far. There seems to be alot of useful info here. I just got my first cruiser this May an 05 1300C. I absolutely love it. No major accessories as of yet, sissy bar and blvd windshield is all, but will be getting pipes and bags soon. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Anyone from this part of Tenn. that wants to ride let me know. I work in the paper industry and have 14 days off each month.

[Big-X]

I would like to welcome all who have joined! Hopefully over the next few months everyone will find alot of useful information.

[VTXRIC]

Hi Everyone.
I just moved down to Charlotte,NC from New Hampshire WOW what a change.
I just wanted to say hi to all you VTX Riders out there and am looking forward to riding with some member.

[GrayGhost]

Hey Folks,

John here, I've been riding for more than 30 yrs, and have had Yamaha's, Honda's, Kawasaki's, Ducati's, and MotoGuzzi's, and have liked each one. But I really love this VTX 1800! http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/500/18451845VTX101.jpg

See you on the road!
GrayGhost

[PPERRONE]

My name is Pat, I am 53 years young, and bought my very first motorcycle in March 2005...the VTX 1300C. Everyone that knows me thinks that I've gone off the deep end, but I know better. I wish I'd started riding sooner. I live in Deer Park, Texas a community about 15 miles East of Houston. I am looking forward to adding a few extra's to the bike. Except for the sissy bar, the bike is the stock Candy Red. I will be looking to add a windshield and some type of luggage (T-Bags or saddle). I don't really know if there is any advantage of one over the other. Any suggestions on that or the windshield would be appreciated. I've heard from some that there is difficulty with adding a light bar with some brands of windshields.

Anyway, I need to go ride a while. It is Saturday afternoon and I hear Galveston calling....

[Lasher]

Hello all,

Doug here, I am from Springfield Ohio and have recently became a VTX owner. I have a 2005 1800F that was purchased last month. Love the bike so far. Large improvment over the Shadow 1100 that was my first bike.

[CandyRed1800]

Live in the state of the Sturgis Rally. There were "only" about 600,000+- extra people around here for the past week. Started riding when I was 10. Now I ride a 03 red 1800 Retro. Love the bike! It is a lot easier to ride than my 04 Sabre. I am a rancher, 45+++ years old, and a woman. My husband rides an 03 black 1800C. Yes, we know the C's (and black) are faster. :) Likely won't be posting much as I like to read the posts to get the wisdom that all of you have.

[cruiser63]

Hello All!!

I own a candy red 2004 VTX 1300S. I am 42 years old. I love it!! I live in Southern Illinois. I am a banker (loan officer) at a small community bank. I love to ride. I ride with a great group of friends. 2 of them have Goldwings, 1 Rune, 1 Valkyrie trike, and 1 H-D Road King. I have no problem keeping up them. Life is good!!

Thanks for allowing me to be a part of the VTX cafe!!

[mhvtx04]

Hello to All you VTX Riders. I'm located in Lehigh County PA, ride a 04 1800 Candy Black Cherry. I like taking long rides, so far on the VTX I've put on 6000 miles since June 04. I would like to hear from someone in Eastern PA who has had the muffler mod done by the vtxexhaust people.
Mike H.

[Bossmant]

Just wanted to say Hi to everyone here... My name is Dave and I live in South Jersey. I bought a new 2003 VTX 1800C last year and havent regretted it a bit. I have had MANY a motorcycle in my years.... the VTX is the most impressive I have ever ridden. This forum is a great idea...lets hope that it really takes off :)

[NC Hammer]

My name is Pat, I am 53 years young, and bought my very first motorcycle in March 2005...the VTX 1300C. Everyone that knows me thinks that I've gone off the deep end, but I know better. I wish I'd started riding sooner. I live in Deer Park, Texas a community about 15 miles East of Houston. I am looking forward to adding a few extra's to the bike. Except for the sissy bar, the bike is the stock Candy Red. I will be looking to add a windshield and some type of luggage (T-Bags or saddle). I don't really know if there is any advantage of one over the other. Any suggestions on that or the windshield would be appreciated. I've heard from some that there is difficulty with adding a light bar with some brands of windshields.

Anyway, I need to go ride a while. It is Saturday afternoon and I hear Galveston calling....

Pat,

The best windshield for the VTX is the Honda windshield. It costs a little more than some, but it has a better shape. The lightbar is 'part' of this windshield and well worth the $$. You will read many posts re: head buffetting, etc. The cure is adding lower deflectors. You will not need to do this with the Honda shield, it is already lower that the rest. It also has a little foward flair at the top to move the wind higher over your head.
Look at some bikes that already have shields on them. Compare. Look at them from the side and see the flat vs. curved shape I'm talking about.
One of the guys I ride with (BlkXride) said to me one day, "I've been looking at all you guys in front of me and your Tshirt is hardly blowing". There were 5 of us riding through the beautiful SC mountains. He was fifth in line and I was 4th. I was the only rider with the Honda windshield.

Most of the bags are good. I would stay away from the ones you throw over the fender. You can't take them off without taking off the passenger seat.

[chazb458]

Nice looking bike, Hammer. I agree with the windshield. I put the Honda on mine for the same reasons. With as much riding as I've done at night already I wish I would have gone with the light bar. That and the highway bar will be next.

[VTX18R]

Hey all,

VTX18R here. Greetings from Pittsburg Kansas (30 miles from Joplin Missouri). At 53, I have been riding since I was 17. Have had my 1800VTX since last October and LOVE IT! Have made some changes cosmetically such as Sampson Cannons, risers and National quick release windshield. Last week was in Cassody Kansas for the monthly rally. I am sure many of you know about it. From March to Novermber the first Sunday of the month they gather there. Bikes from all over. All makes of bikes..and all varieties of people too. Just a small town with the only paved road being the hiway that runs thru it. Make a long story short..while I was there saw an aftermarket seat made by ULTIMATE in Canada. It is the most comfortable seat I ever sat on...check it out...http://www.ultimateseats.ca/ ... anyway,,I ordered one the very next day. Can't wait to get it. For those of you in my neck of the woods, feel free to write me and we'll get together as I am NOT a fair weather rider and enjoy getting in the wind all year round.

Steve

[Vtxtreme]

Well hello all! I guess I'll be keeping the junior member tag a while cause I usually dont post alot during the week. I just got back from Sturgis. Man what a trip that was. I did see alot of X's there although I didnt get to meet many of you. See you around.

[BULLJONES71]

Hello gang! Just got here and wanted to say that. I ride a 2004 VTX1300C in candy red. My last ride was 210 miles through the White Mountains on a picture perfect day. I work for FedEx to pay for the toys and to give my throttle wrist a break. I bought my VTX to slow down a little. My previous bike was a Yamaha FZ1. Thought it would be nice to see the kids graduate, so I gave it up.

Keep the rubber side down! :icon_peac

[NC Hammer]

Smart Man!! :) :)

[Kinghen]

Hello. My name is Paul Cornish and I am a newbie!
I live in Independence, MO (KC Metro area)
I am currently saving up for either a 1300C or 1800C.
The Air Force is sending me to Maryland for four months so I will delay my purchase until I get back but this site is great and has been extremely useful for me. I will finish my MBA in June of next year and this will be my present to myself. :D

Points I have drawn already from the "wisdom pool"
----------------------------------------------------
Ultimate seats
Honda Windshield with light bar

Anyone have advise of helmets?

[retiredgrunt]

Hey all, I am planning to put some new pipes on my 05 1800S, can anyone reccomend some good after market systems. So far I have only looked at Cobra. Any help is appreciated.

[ccollette]

Hi all. My name is Clo and I don't see any other females so far, but just started looking around the cafe. My husband & I each have a 1300C - we catch a great deal of crap because they are identical...... We bought them in April this year & have over 9,000 miles on them now. We live in North Central Kansas and rode the bikes to Calif this summer. Had a great trip. Jerry works at a brick plant and I'm a dispatcher for a computer repair shop. We both had bikes when we married 31 years ago, got rid of them during the "raising kid" years, and got back into riding last year with a Rocky Mountain trip for our 30th anniversary. We absolutely love riding. Last year we took the trip on a pair of Honda 600 VLX - but traded up to the 1300's this spring. We've found our bikes!! We've done a little customizing, but hope to do more this winter.
If you see a pair of red VTX's on the road - wave - it's probably us!!!
Thanks for having a VTX site - gotta go check it out some more!
Clo.

[seakayaker]

Hello everyone my name is Dan Harrington and I ride a 2002 VTX1800S - Candy Red! Bought it on August 14, 2004 and put 9966 miles on the bike my first year of riding the VTX! Great ride! Just started working at University Honda & Yamaha in the sales department this past June. If you are ever in Seattle stop by and say hello!

http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/500/2609VTX1800S_R_Side.jpg

Hope to catch you all out on the hiway someday!

Ride Safe, Take Care, Dan

[lyster]

Hello, everyone. I'm Ron Lyster. I ride a "magenta" 2004 1800 "Neo-Retro." I've been riding motorcycles since 1965 when I turned 15 (I got my learner's permit and on that same day I went to the local Bridgestone rental shop and rented a Bridgestone 90.) Since then I've riden an AJS, a Triumph, a Benelli, a Harley, and now - the best yet. In 1991 I helped form the International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarians, and continue to ride with that group. (We have chapters all over the world now.) I am very happily married and live in Santa Monica, California. We have two children - one of whom is out of college and one of whom is starting college at Emory in Atlanta, Georgia, in two weeks.

My wife does not ride, and so I try to limit myself to an occasional longer (at least 3-day) ride. Went to Tombstone back in April, then up Route 66 to Chicago in June. The weekend after Labor Day I'll be riding up to Yosemite.

I've always liked to fiddle with the bike's performance, but I've tried my best to control my urge with the VTX. I want to enjoy Honda's famous reliability. But we'll see... My days of loud exhaust pipes are also over.

Great to be here. Looking forward to seeing everyone's postings here.

[Mer]

Hi all. My name is Clo and I don't see any other females so far, but just started looking around the cafe. Clo.
I'm here and posted earlier in the introductions. Glad to see another lady X rider over here.

[stgctiny]

My name is Keith Ellmaker. I am a tech Support Engineer with the phone company and am retired from the Navy. I bought my 2003 VTX 1800R last summer. Here in Washington you have to get used to riding in the rain. Love the bike. Lots of power to spare. Have done some day rides but haven't had time to do any long touring. Look forward to that soon.

[Loboman]

Hello fellow riders of the best motorcycle built! Just love this bike or should I say obsession. Alright, I'm obsessed, there I've said it!!

[XRider73]

Hello from the sandbox we call Iraq. I am a contractor working in Baghdad. I have an 03 VTX 1800R. I am an Arkansas Native and still call it home. I am married with 3 children, 2 cats and 3 kids. I started riding late in life, but better late than never I say. My accessoies include, Mustang vintage wide seat, honda passenger backrest, Cobra Low-Boy Staggerd pipes, FI-2000, HyperCharger, and just orderd New mirrors, risers and other assorted chrome goodies.

[crewdog]

Greetings...Rick Love here from Colorado Springs. I'm in the Air Force and stationed at Peterson AFB. I work in HQ NORAD. Been riding for about 2 years and lovin' it.

[Dayrider]

Hi...name is Dayrider... 2004 VTX-S Model...Think I'm in need of new battery...needs recharging if week or more goes by. Any recomendations....? Does brand make a difference in batteries....Can the hot, hot weather in Eastern Washington be the cause....or maybe a charging problem...any suggestions?

[Wyandotte Kid]

Hi...name is Dayrider... 2004 VTX-S Model...Think I'm in need of new battery...needs recharging if week or more goes by. Any recomendations....? Does brand make a difference in batteries....Can the hot, hot weather in Eastern Washington be the cause....or maybe a charging problem...any suggestions?

I worked at a Sears auto center for a couple years in a former life. We replaced more batteries the first hot day of the summer than we did the first cold day of winter. The heat will show a bad battery faster than anything. Get a cheap hydrometer. It will show a bad cell very easily.

[WoodBrother]

Greeting from Michigan! I'm new to the board and look forward to talking "shop" around here as much as is possible. If you are in the area near Bay City, PM me and we'll do some miles!

Wood

[hdwilmot]

Hi,

Just entered the list today. I was directed here when looking for
VTX information. Came in from a still hot ride (100 degrees)this evening.

HD.
Tucson, AZ

[Memphis Fats]

Hi, all you smart vtx owners.
I may be one of the oldest members here (never thought I'd say that!).
I 'm 62.

Got the bike fever after a 30-yr layoff. Raced motorcross some in the early 70's then quit so the kids would still have a live father.

Just bought my VTX 1300 Retro last month, and think I made a good decision. Couldn't find a better bike for the money, not to mention the unique head-turning looks it gets.
I loved my Yahama V Star, and put almost everything available on it, but it just didn't get it on the highway, so talked my wife into letting me get a bigger bike (and increasing my chore responsibilities at home, along with a few other promises).

Memphis doesn't offer the best cruising conditions, but I'll make it work.
I added iso grips, a Memphis Shades windshield, and a new-to-the-market solo luggage rack that follows the curve of the rear fender, with angled slots that taper to the back, ending in a point. Very cool. I'll be adding Lindy bars next week, and bought a cobra light bar/w lights that I'm debating about. I've already drilled out the great looking pipes and got a fantastic deep rumble that doesn't raise the decible too much.

Looking forward to posting and reading about what you folks are doing.

[Knight]

Hi
My name is Brad, I am an Xoholic

if i aint riding em , i am reading bout em

[WoodBrother]

Hi Brad! LOL

[tclark1522]

Hii,
My name is Tom Clark, I own a 2004 1300 VTX Retro. I live in Dublin California
and have been riding off and on since the late sixties.
This is my first attempt at this. I will post a picture of the bike soon

Tom Clark.

[Ametz1994]

Got to this site via a link from the other VTX site. Started riding again in 97 after I retired from the Navy. My wife just started riding last year. We usually make at least two weekly trips a year and I ride year round. Got 21K on this one since I got it. Belong to two clubs and ride whenever possible. If it's 32 or higher (call me stupid), I'm out there. Wish I could post some pics, but quess I have to wait to do that.

Keep the rubber down and say Hi if you see fit.....

Chief

[Brat]

Hi
I'm Deb, most of my riding buddies < Mass VTX Riders > call me Brat though I don't know why <wink> I'm from Southern MA. I've been riding on and off since I was a kid, but only got back into it about 12 years ago, when I bought a Virago 1100. In March of 03' hubby bought me a 1300 Retro for our 25th anniversary. What a guy huh? :)
after riding that for 2 years, and putting over 8000 miles on it, we found ourselves admiring an 1800 Neo, the next thing I know we are ordering it!
Best decision we made. That was last Nov. and I've since logged 4500 miles. I know I know... not too many miles huh? Well I'm working on it!!
The picture attached is from one of our Tune up rides this past spring. Mine is the Metallic Blue one in the middle.

[BigAmigo]

Hi Gang! I'm Joe Antonucci from Jacksonville, FL. In Jan. this year I sold my 1998 Gold Wing SE and bought a "new" 04 VTX1800 Retro Candy Black Cherry. What a difference in the handling and the ride,...I love it! Am contemplating putting on some Vance Hines Big Shots but need some advice from some of you "Pro's". I know I need the electric injector device to go with the pipes buy not sure which one to get. Didn't know there was such a variety. Any advice would surely be appreciated.

[Highlander]

http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/503/2671YOURS_TRUELY.jpg

I'm not sure how much further I can go either. But I'm sure gonna figure it out. :hmm2:

[BigPappa]

My name is Tim Evans and I'm from Menomonie, Wisconsin. I bought my VTX 1800 in January 2002, it was my first bike, and I'll never look at anything else. I've made some changes...Jardin racing straights, Corbin beetle bags and rear fender combo, Linby bars, tach, etc, etc. Not to much, just enough to make it mine. I look forward to conversation with other VTXers

[mfmaloney]

Just found out about this forum. Bought a new 2004 VTX 1300 April 30. Just turned 9000 miles this week. Rode it from the Twin Cities to Somerset PA for America's 911 Ride. Ended up with 3600 miles by the time I got back home. Only issue was that the pipes are higher than my Shadow 750 and the saddle bags hit the pipes. Had to replace them. Other than that, running fine. I'm still walking after two weeks in the saddle.

[VTXRealfan]

Hi all, I am new to this sight. I am a 50 year old who after several years of being bike- less, bought a used 2003 1800 VTX-R. This bike had been fixed up some with the addition of a windshield, hard bags, Hard Krome 3" straight pipes and a little bit of chrome accessories. I commute to work on the bike which totals about 121 miles a day. I still have energy to take weekend rides to the mountains or the beach. You might say that I ride the bike all the time.
Too all, be safe and have a great ride!

[ORANGECRUSH]

hello,my name crush,that orangecrush,i have a 2005 vtx 1800 neo,spec 2 with all the goodies and it is candy orange,i live in morristown tn, anyone in or around my way on the week ends and want to ride let me know,my friends and i go riding every sunday some where,would like to have anyone to ride a long, any and all bike are welcome to ride ,let me know any time, i drive a truck a truck threw the week and i am home week ends,i am 50 years old and still have a life time to go ,so you all ride safe hope to hear from some of you all later,thanks ''crush''

[ORANGECRUSH]

:spank: hello,my name crush,that orangecrush,i have a 2005 vtx 1800 neo,spec 2 with all the goodies and it is candy orange,i live in morristown tn, anyone in or around my way on the week ends and want to ride let me know,my friends and i go riding every sunday some where,would like to have anyone to ride a long, any and all bike are welcome to ride ,let me know any time, i drive a truck a truck threw the week and i am home week ends,i am 50 years old and still have a life time to go ,so you all ride safe hope to hear from some of you all later,thanks ''crush'''' I AIN'T AS GOOD AS I ONCE WAS''BUT I AM AS GOOD AS I EVERY WAS'' :I THINK :

[JohnNC]

John here from the Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina (Durham/Raleigh). Just bought my 5th bike, 4th Honda. Only bike I'd really miss up til now was my Nighthawk 650. Went on a 80 mile run last night with some friends (850 miles on the X now) and just really appreciate the balance, power and ride of the bike. I looked at Fatboys and Yamahas and I know I made the right choice!

Interested in day long excursions to the coast or the mountains, so let me know if any NC riders want to get together. Like to go fast on certain roads and lay back when the scenery is good. Me and 2 friends are looking at hitting The Dragon and/or the Blue Ridge Parkway this fall. Maybe we'll see some of you there.

Mod-wise, have only added freeway bars (wife requirement after broken leg in 1996), but plan to add light bar, saddlebags, air intake upgrade, and possibly windshield and exhaust/jet mods, plus chrome on the rear drive components (looks like the powerplant just kinda 'stops' after the tranny, ya know).

Great forum, Ray, thanks for the hard work! See y'all on-line and on the road!

[VTXaN]

Hello, I'm Rev. Stan Martin and I live in Kempner, Texas. I have been riding for almost 40 years off and on. I just bought a VTX1800N (I really like that hot rod look) to replace the Shadow Areo I was riding. I added a neo retro sissy w/backrest so my wife will ride with me and a Boulevard windshield to help keep the early morning bugs off of my shirt. My son now has the Shadow Areo and we are both very happy. I retired from the U.S. Army in 1995 after 21 years of service. I now teach autisic children at an elementary school in Copperas Cove near Ft. Hood, Texas. I am an officer in the BACA chapter that we are just starting here in Cove. :patriot:

[Gaboy]

Hal McKoon from Southern California. I ride a 2004 VTX1300R, after a 10 year absence from riding ( rough 10 years). Moved to CA 3 years ago due to job. I miss Tampa, or Florida in general, but the m/c riding in CA is great. I, like many have added a few accessories. Vance & Hines bigshot pipes, Dynojet carb kit, MC tank bib, saddleman saddle bags with holders, Big Bike windshield, LED brake light assy, X cut air breather cover,
cobra passenger floor boards,MC sissy bar. I have the tail and turn signal brake light system to install, but been putting it off, as it cuts into my ride time. I ride everyday to work, regardless of the weather. Great bike.

Gaboy.

[airbornevtx82]

My Name is Jason and am currently in the US Army and stationed in Germany fixing to go to Iraq. I purchased my '04 VTX 1300 when I came back from Iraq the last time. Glad to be in the forum and i will be asking for tech tips from anyone who will listen. HAHAHA. :)

[BigMike252]

Hello everyone,
My Name is Mike Miller and I am the owner of So cal Cycle Seats located in Santa Fe Springs, California. I am a long time on and off rider both on and off the street and have recently started a company manufacturing Seats and Accessories.

I joined this board to add my 2 cents on your seat questions that I hope will assist you in making the right decision in your purchase of a new seat or modification of your existing seat.

Currently I do not ride however, I have been looking at an X!

I will be looking forward to participating.

Mike

[dande]

Hi,

I'm Dale from WI where the riding season is shorter than most of the rest of you get to enjoy...

I've been away from riding while the kids grew up, but now they can/do ride with me because I just bought a new 2003 VTX1300S this last weekend. Only 52 miles on the odometer so far, but I need/want some goodies for the bike, who doesn't.

[wydeload]

hey everyone wydeload here I've got a 04 black VTX 1300c.I found this site through my club site(virginia X riders).Just saying Hi,And if anyone is in the Northern Virginia area give me a shout,I ride w/ a great bunch of guys and girls.Maybe we'll see ya out there
Wydeload

[xkartracer]

Hello everyone my name is Todd Owens from Henderson ,NC I raced go-karts
for 28 years I still attend races just to wrench I am no spectator I enjoy being
a part of the action, although I don't compete anymore I enjoy helping others.
I recently purchased a '04 VTX 1300s and have really enjoyed riding it the previous owner had done a lot of upgrades which included vance&hines big shots,memphis shades windsheild cobra back rest and luggage rack.I had a Virago after high school so it has been some 20 years since being on a bike.
The 1300 handles very well for me it was easy to get back to riding.Thanks for a Great forum I have already found some very interesting info about some products and the bike.

[jbfjr]

My name is John, I'm from Central Cali. I just bought my 05 1300 VTXR a week ago. Shes silver and crome, man lots of crome for straight off the show room floor. Just coming up on the 500 mile mark, and they have been some great miles. I was looking for a HD Road King and saw a VTX on the Freeway and thought I would go look at one. So glad I did, these are some sweet bikes. Right now its all stock with no addons, soon to change I hope hehe. Looking forward to some great years on this bike, hopfully I'll get out there on some runs and meet some of you.

[Mytee Hercules]

Greetings to all !!

I'm Greg and I live in Little Rock, Arkansas, and work for the U.S. Air Force. :patriot:

Glad to see the number of VTXs is growing and I hope to see you out on the road during my travels . . .

[BlurpleX]

Hello to all from Oklahoma. My '02 Retro and I have been together since they first came out. Looked at a lot of bikes but none looked as appealing to me as the VTX. Started out looking at the 1300's but went with the 1800 and haven't looked back since. I'm not a Harley person so I went against the grain here where I work at the glass factory in Tulsa (all Harley boys). I'm an Electrician by trade, I've meet some great people here around town that also ride X's. Oh, the name is BlurpleX (Jerry Lakey) and the bike is Illusion Blue, therefore the name. :spank:

[Illusion Blue]

Howdy folks.I own a 1300C.I've been riding for a couple of years.I love hanging out at my local bike shop.I've met other vtxer's and have ridden with a few.You do meet the nicest people on a honda.Feel free to email me or instant messege me at,dmj66@hotmail.com.Add me to your messenger.

[da'Bikeman]

A big houdy to the Forum. My name is Michael. I'm just an old geezer in his 2nd childhood. After about 40 years and passing a MSF Basic Rider Safety Course, I bought my first grown up bike in July ’05, a Candy Apple Red 2005 VTX 1300R. I’ve ridden about 1500 miles and really enjoy it and the wind in my face. I should have done this several years ago. I been visiting the forum for a couple of months and finally stopped and took the time to register this evening. Bike picture was made shortly after I brought her home. (Almost seems like she should have a name.) Since, added a Memphis Shade windshield, sissy bar and luggage rack. Hope to spend a lot of time ridding the back roads.
Happy Trails!
da'Bikeman

[zipgarrett]

Hi Guys: My name is Zip Garrett, I live in central Illinois I have been riding 1800 X for about 3 years. I have had a few bikes, this bike is by far the finest piece of machinery I have ever owned. The torque/power/accelleration is fantastic. Take Care/Ride Safe Poor O'l "Zip"

[VTXBrit]

HI there.
A Brit expat and born again biker. Living in Colorado for the last 4 years.
Looking forward to clocking up the miles on my Cherry red 1300 R, and shooting the S with you guys

[LAVIATHAN]

Hoagie, I also live in a small town near A-town(Walnutport). Also have a Candy Red r/s 04. We should get together sometime and ride. Ride safe bro. Gary

[roadhag]

hey folks....newbie to the site...kip hagwood from goose creek ,s.c....just picked up
a 2003 vtx 1800 retro this past friday...(put a 1000 m. on it since then)...have been off bikes for about 19 years now...rode them as a kid when the h.750 or kaw.900 were considered BIG bikes...man have things changed...this vtx machine is an absolute horse and is drop dead gorgeous...what an unbelievable ride...my wife is extremely excited (and this helps) and we are both looking forward to a lot of 2 up ventures...
now the question....mods: old school or smooth cruiser or big bruiser...the choices with this bike are endless...think i am leaning toward old school...we shall see...will update profile and pics as time permits...is very nice to be on the road again..RIDER UP!!!

[Artz1]

Hello. I am Angela. I am from San Antonio, TX. I am a counselor. I ride a candy red vtx 1300s. It is a beautiful ride. It has only 5000 miles on it. I am looking for some riding groups in the San Antonio area to ride with on the weekends. I love to ride in the Texas Hill country.

[Steelman]

My name is Ed. I am trying to figure out how to use the sight but I'm not too computer savvy. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I have an '02 VTXc that I love. Awesome machine.

[BULLDOG1]

HEY;
My name is Charlie I live on Cape Cod in Massachusetts, I have a 03 VTX1800R, with a small list of add ons ,adding more options as wallet permits. I'am a member of the NEW ENGLAND VTX RIDERS. I am a addict and you are my support group. type to you soon.
later
BULLDOG1 :icon_weee

[Brat]

Welcome aboard Charlie!!!

Glad to see you made it over here. I don't know about you but I'm sick of all this rain..... :frown: :frown: Know any anti-rain dances? Ha Ha

[vrrmm]

I'm Bill and I'm an addict. Oh I'm at the wwong place again.

2004 Neo (for sale)
2003 retro

I have something to do with the NeVTXriders I can't remeber what it is right now.

Hey Charlie look Deb put her age in!!!!

I see what you were saying about the smilies for some reason I like this one

:icon_chai

Don't forget to come riding with the North East VTX riders

[Brat]

Hey Bill, <no you aren't in the wrong place> you are a VTX addict too! <giggle> age is just a number.... like the number of times I rode the dragon,, I'm going to catch up to my age! HA HA

[BULLDOG1]

hey deb& grand poobaa
can you get these smileys on our page?? do you think we will ever get to do the vbean ride? I left sunday open this week i'll be there. how about the holloween ride you guys doing it? :icon_yike :icon_yike

[WILD E]

Hi everyone my name is Ecil Jay I go by Jay because no one can pronounce Ecil. I grew up on the Texas gulf cost riding my 1st bike a1993 - 200 Yamaha scrambler . As a kid (age 14) Would put a bag of duck decoys across the handle bars an duck hunting I would go .I now live in New Braunfels Texas right in the heart of some of the most beautiful riding country Texas has to offer. I owen a 1996 honda 1100 spirit and a Honda 1800 VTX Rero 2003 . I just bought the 1800 and can not seem to get enough of it wow what a bike !

[X Man]

Greetings X'ers,

My name is Elbert Hammie. I live on a farm just north of Oxford, NC. I ride a 2002 orange 1800 Retro. I am a retired firefighter, and I currently work part-time for an armored car company as an ATM tech. I love to ride as often as my health will allow it. Hope to see you on the road. Thanks, and enjoy the ride.

[Geezer]

Hey Me Fellow VTX Riders,I just wanted to say a quick hello. I own a 2002 VTX 1800C and I just love this bike. Did the Harley thing and also owned a Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan Drifter (nice bike but no power,well not like the VTX,but then again does anything have the power of a VTX?? LOL)-"Geezer"

[mttinstar]

Hi Fellow VTX riders. My name is Dave Evans and I ride a 2002 1800 Retro. I live in Billings, MT so our warm weather riding season is a bit shorter than most if the raods are clear, we still get out and cruise. I've been with our Sherif's Office for 32 years and am a member of the Montana chapter of the Blue Knights International Motorcycle Club

[Retr05]

Hello all, My name is Roger I live in Peoria, IL. I ahave had my 1300 Retro for a little over a year. Absolutely Love the bike. Just starting to get it to look the way I want.

http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/500/3563solovtx-med.JPG

[apriljoy100]

Hi, I'm April, I am from Moundsville West Virginia. I am just beginning to learn to ride. I just purchased my first bike, a 05 1300s.

[TheCrux]

JW here, I am a Firefighter/Paramedic; I work in a rural community in southern Oklahoma. I was a motocross racer when I was a teenager and then stopped riding for about 20 years. For the pasted 10 years I've been scraping bikers up off the road and I never thought I would get the motorcycle bug after all the bad bike accidents I've worked. (Excessive speed is always the common denominator) Then a buddy of mine showed me his Illusion blue VTX1800 C. I took it for a test ride and I was immediately converted. The next week I ordered a 2005 candy black cherry VTX 1800 F Spec 1. I gotta tell ya that I hated bolting on all those extra necessities like a windshield, sissybar and saddle bags, because those items just messed up the beautiful streamline features of the bike. But when that 60/MPH 40 degree wind hit me in the face the first time I couldn't get the shield on fast enough, and the spouse won't ride without a sissybar and place to stow her junk. Oh well. Thanks for the great website. Ride Safe!!! :icon_wave

[Big-X]

Sweet ride, a fellow paramedic here also. :)

Welcome to the forum.

[Billster1955]

Hi All,

My 2004 VTX 1300S just arrived today from New York. I bought it on eBay. I now wish thay had sent the key with the bike instead of mailing it seperately.
The key arrives tomorrow, so for today I'll have to settle for taking photos of it instead of riding. I've been riding a 83 Aspencade, which now I'll be selling soon. I mostly switched to this cruiser to have a bike that sits lower and is easier to manage. Without reverse my wing is a lot of bike to try and turn around in a crowded driveway or garage. I use to ride a 1100 Shadow before the wing. It's nice to be back on a cruiser. I look forward to learning from some of you what are the best accessories to add on to my VTX.
Many safe rides to all of you.

God Bless,
Bill

[VTX_Canuck]

:) Hello everyone... I just got my VTX 1300C this summer. It was an upgrade to my ACE 750. I was looking for a bike that would be deluxe on the highway, allowing me to travel in comfort to some rallies in the coming years.

The season is a bit shorter up here (Ottawa), ending sometime in November and not starting again until the show and ice are off the roads, normally in early to mid April.

But that doesn't mean that we don't have the biking spirit... Looking forward to meeting some kindred spirits here.

[VTXRI]

Welcome VTX Canuck.. My season is winding down here also.. This will give the time to add a few more mods to my bike.. Hope you are able to get out and put in a few more rides before the weather gets to cold and the snow starts blowing

[VTXRI]

Talk about torture.. oh man I hope your out riding now
Welcome

[Big-X]

Oh crap, waiting on the key!?!? I also hope you are busy riding now.

[white95s]

Hello Everyone. Johnnie Lynch here. 2004 magenta VTX1800C.Bought new 2 months ago. 1400 miles so far. I live in Aberdeen NC. Work at Bill Smith Ford, in Southernpines NC. Parts Manager.

[WildChildJul]

Greetings, all. I started out with a Suzuki Burgman 400cc scooter which was cool because I didn't have to think about changing gears! Not sure why I had that particular mental block as I drive a standard F-150 and my old V6 Pontiac Fiero was a 5-speed. Nevertheless, I quickly became addicted to the feel of wind and freedom one has on a two-wheeler and bought a Shadow Sabre (black with orange flames, of course) after about nine months. I took the MSF course and highly recommend it. After riding it a little over 10,000 miles in less than a year, I wanted more power!!! The Sabre was so pretty and I had a hard time thinking of selling it. Then I saw a pic of the '06 VTX1800C with orange flames on black and I knew I had to have one. A couple of months of being told that Honda still was not taking orders, I began to open up to the possibility of getting another color scheme. As the specs have not really changed since its inception, I was also open to any year.

Now I am the proud owner of a new '03 VTX1800 S model, Illusion Blue, and will never need another bike. In fact, when it comes time (when I'm about 80), I can always trike it!

Oh yes, I do have a job. I teach Respiratory Therapy at Central Piedmont Community College. Glad to be here!

Ride safe(ly)....Jul

[H20 Man]

Name's Rob,live in San Diego Calif. Just bought my 2002 1800 R 2 weeks ago and love it. This board and all the info. is Great. Mine's bone stock for now but in a matter of time...Enjoy your rides...

[HotrockSC]

Hey y'all. I have had two previous Honda fours, and have just purchased my first twin - a 1300S. Retired and widowed, I ride as much as I can, but still have other vehicles, and my companion - a beloved dog.

[PlaneEcstacy]

My name is Terry Swakhammer. I work as mangement for a corporation. I bought a VTX 1300c in July. I have done some modifications. I put on Cobra Deluxe Slashcuts and a Mustang seat. Custom paint will follow now that it is getting pretty cold here to ride. I love the bike.

[BigAmigo]

NC Hammer,...that is a nice bike you have there. Am contmplating putting those highway lights and light bar on my VTX1800 Retro. What brand did you get and were there any problems mounting and wiring them? Please let me know..
Thanks
Big Amigo

[NC Hammer]

BigAmigo,
Thanks.
The lightbar is Honda. The installation was easy. The 1 thing I would caution you about is when fishing the wires through the lightbar, make sure you remove any burs around the hole. I'm not sure the 1800 installation is the same as the 1300. I have a friend with a 1800 retro and his looks different. I got them from HDL.

[Roadrash]

Hi everyone, I saw a link to this site through Extreme Revolutions site. From what I've seen, it looks like a good site.
I ride a 2004 1800C around Western Colorado and Eastern Utah for fun. I bought my bike from the local dealer in July of 2004 and never regreted it. My previous bike was a V65 magna (also a great bike) but is was to small for me, I'm 6'6" but my bike still fits me very well and is comfortable on long trips.

[vtxrob]

My name is Robert and I am a recent VTX buyer, this is my second street bike and I love it. I use to race hare scrambles and have missed riding for a number of years but I hung onto that drivers license just in case and it paid off. Hope to ride with some of you guys.
Robert :)

[rocko69]

Hi all from down under saw the bike rode the bike brought the bike !! What more can i say Fu#*ing AWESOME

[shotglass522]

Got mad at the ole lady bought a bike and been riding ever since. Ha !
But for real here one of the 15

[Ericthered]

Hey! Just discovered the site and looking around :) Looks cool...thanks! I'm a UPS driver living in Fairmont NC (originally from Pittsburgh PA) I just turned 39, and have been riding on and off for over 30 yrs. I'm looking forward to meeting people and getting more info about the X!
Eric

[KEBS]

Hello everyone My name is Becca and I have an 02 1800C silver that is way awesome and now I can keep up with the big boys.

[The Bear]

My first post. I am usually hanging out on the VTXOA board or the Goldwing board. I wanted to stop by and say hello. I am in Central Florida and have a 1300 Retro and a Goldwing. Ride Safe my friends.

Rob
The Bear

[NC Hammer]

Hi Eric, Welcome to the board.

How far is Fairmont from Winston-Salem?

[TerrySc]

Hi All,

Just dropped in from VTXOA board to check things out and so far I like what I see. Riding a 2002 1/2 (Bought Silver VTX cause dealer didn't have Black, had it stripped down and sent lots of parts out for chroming, then when dealer got a 2003 Black X he swapped the painted parts) Half '02 and half '03.

Been riding since '72. Not riding now due to wreck on Labor day on a dirt bike. Dr's won't let me even drive a cage yet due to vision problems. I enjoy camping, touring and exploring new places to ride.

More later, going to explore

[Big-X]

Tery, welcome to the site, the reviews are awsome! Love the sig...lmao

[bloomz]

On da bus from Oregon

[Slowdog]

Hey! I am Dave Chandler, I am in the upstate area of South Carolina. Like of some of you, I took a few years (more like 20 years) away from riding and now I am back, and with more sense than before (I hope). Although the bikes have changed some, and are more reliable, I have found that I have changed much more and I am less reliable (at least I can't take the miles like I once could).

When I began my search for a bike I knew I wanted another Honda and settled on a 2004 1300C. Hey, it was a Great looking bike! I soon discovered, however, that I was no longer some 25 year old iron butt and after a few hundred miles I saw that some changes had to be made. I started by replacing that seat with a used one from an 1800C, which I found much more comfortable, then the risers (which eased my shoulders and back), then a windshield (where did all that wind come from?), then the bags (found I needed to be able to tote extra jackets??), now I have ordered some Cobra floorboards (actually Santa is bringing them). I know, I will soon have a 1300R. Still love the lines of the 1300C though!

Glad to be here and I appreciate an alternate forum!!
Slowdog

[TerrySc]

Hey Dave,

Welcome to the board. I'm also in the upstate so we'll have to ride sometime.

[NC Hammer]

Welcome Dave, After you're back in the saddle for awhile, you may find your rides getting longer and longer. These bikes are very comfortable after you get used to them. I don't know how old you are, but I think you're as old as you feel and the numbers don't matter.
I'm in NC. I think we will have to orgainze a get-together this spring.

[wvnnva]

Hello everyone from an old, new motorcycle rider. I began this new phase of my life the last week of Jul 05 when I completed the MSF BRC, obtained my license, and bought a Candy Red 05 VTX 1300S. All the research I had done on purchasing motorcycles had been confined to the 750 - 1100 size. But when I sat on the 1100 it was too tall for my short legs and felt top heavy. The sales mgr suggested I sit on the 1300 and I liked it, it was a good fit. With much apprehension about being able to handle such a big machine with absolutely no (none, nada, nil) experience whatsoever, I bought it. In the first three months of ownership I have accumulated over 6300 miles and loved every one of them including all those in the parking lots of local schools practicing and trying to learn how to ride.

This is my first post to this board having just discovered it about 15 minutes ago. I am certain that I will take away from the vtxcafe much, much more than I will ever be able to contribute. But, I pledge to try and give back in the spirit that others give to help me. Being retired I can ride when, if, and where I want, and I usually do. Lord willing, I am planning to ride across country to Idaho and Washington to visit two of my brothers in late spring early summer 2006. If you would be willing to mow my yard while I am gone, please PM me. :>))) Ride safely always.

Todd

[TerrySc]

Welcome Dave, After you're back in the saddle for awhile, you may find your rides getting longer and longer. These bikes are very comfortable after you get used to them. I don't know how old you are, but I think you're as old as you feel and the numbers don't matter.
I'm in NC. I think we will have to orgainze a get-together this spring.

A weekend at the Kickstand Lodge would be great. http://kickstandlodge.com/index.html (http://) Owners Fred and Mo are great hosts. Let's do it !! :choppersm
http://kickstandlodge.com/photos/bunch/PA230013.JPG

[NC Hammer]

Welcome Todd. How big is your lawn, LOL. I'll mow yours if you mow mine.

[TerrySc]

Welcome to the board Todd. Glad you found us.

[Mishiwara]

hey, everybody! My name is matt, i live in nashville, tn. i have ridden motorcycles for most of my life, but had a very demanding job which left no time to ride. i have been in the process of looking for another motorcycle for a while now, and have decided on the VTX for quality and bang for the buck. i just don't think that you can beat it. i will be purchasing in march of '06, but was looking around on the 'net and found this site, and have been enjoying reading the threads. i am a CAD technician for an a/e firm here in nashville, and enjoy shooting sports along with riding. i am really glad to be getting back to what i enjoy best. i have gotten along riding my buddy's bike from time to time, but it just isn't the same. look forward to talking to you all!!

[NC Hammer]

Hi Matt, Welcome to the board.

Which size and model has caught your fancy?

I have the 1300 Retro (S). I was looking on the Honda site at the F model and it looks pretty cool. I just like the bigger fenders and floor boards of the retro.

Think about what look you want and how the various accessories will look on the particular model you choose. Also, I changed the risers on mine, the C model risers are part of the handlebars and you can't move them easily. Look at little things like that to help make the decision on model. Overall, I think whatever model you get, you will be very happy with the VTX.

I'll be riding through Nashville in Sept on my way to Phoenix. We could meet.

[ethannet]

Hi all, this is Andy in OKC. After spending months looking at and considering Valkyries, I think that a VTX 1800 is for me. So I'm shopping. Can anyone tell me if the newer flangelesss gas tank will fit a 2003-2004? I'm happy to be here and find such enthused members.
regards,
andy

[Mishiwara]

Hi Matt, Welcome to the board.

Which size and model has caught your fancy?

I have the 1300 Retro (S). I was looking on the Honda site at the F model and it looks pretty cool. I just like the bigger fenders and floor boards of the retro.

Think about what look you want and how the various accessories will look on the particular model you choose. Also, I changed the risers on mine, the C model risers are part of the handlebars and you can't move them easily. Look at little things like that to help make the decision on model. Overall, I think whatever model you get, you will be very happy with the VTX.

I'll be riding through Nashville in Sept on my way to Phoenix. We could meet.

I think that I am leaning toward the Retro. I like it's looks and the overall line of the bike. I also like the Neo Retro, but they do not seem to be popular in my area, as I cannot find one. Maybe by March I will be able to locate one. I am currently trying to figure out what kind of options that I want to add. I know that I will swap out the pipes, but after that I am not sure. I have a work buddy that swapped the pipes on his, and installed a PC III, only to have a lot of difficulty in getting the bike to idle correctly. Small issue probably, but it has left me a little hesitant to get into that right off. As for riding, after I do find the perfect bike, I will be up to go for a ride anytime.

[kouaka]

Aloha
I am Franz, live in Kona, Hawaii, and enjoy being able to ride year around with the same weather. Had a Sabre 1100, which got rearended in August 2005, which made me switch to the VTX 1800 F Version III. What a bike, I am an addon junky, so it is kind of disappointing, that this bike is already so perfectly trimmed out, that there is hardly anything to add without ruining the overall appearance. Maybe a nice solo saddle, if it ever becomes available, or maybe the solo luggage rack for the 1800 C/N, if they make it with the necessary adapters.
Enjoy the ride!
Aloha
Kou Aka

[Roy Pittman]

Dark OrangeHey, My name is Roy Pittman i live in Bobcaygeon Ontario, Canada. I ride a vtx 1300 R. I'm 54 retired and i ride about 15,ooo km a year.The bike is just great. My wife and i just can't wait till spring.

[coxjj]

Just found this website. Recently purchased a Red VTX 1300. Haven't been able to ride the bike as much as I would like to due to the weather and holiday activities. I used to fly for an airline and due to the current condition of the airline industry and the commute I had to make between DFW and ATL, I threw in the towel and went back to engineering and now have more time to do some of the things I have been missing for a long time. That includes riding motorcycles. I have been out of it for 20 years. Glad to be back.

[NC Hammer]

Welcome Franz, I was in Kona a few years ago and had a great time - love the coffee. Check out HDL (http://www.hondadirectlineusa.com) (http://www.hondadirectlineusa.com)/) for accessories and Ultimateseats.ca for a custom seat. Take a look at some of the things I have added:

http://www.vtxcafe.com/gallery/data/500/19Bike-7-18-04-1-800-med.jpg

And a BIG Welcome to coxjj and Roy.

[mark]

Hello all,
My name is Mark; I had a Honda CB 450 for 5 years but gave it up 15 years ago when I got married. Started up again this past summer with a used H-D Sportser (Got it from a family member), all in all in decent bike, just not what I wanted.
Saw the 1300 VTX C and fell in love!
This bike has it all, great looks, decent performance and of course Honda reliability (I’m hoping at least) what a blast to be back riding after all these years!
Great to meet other VTX riders and looking forward to gaining new insights and sharing experiences.
Mark

[syhman]

Hi Everyone Hope I'm doing this right. I'm "Syhman"... Ted Simon from Chesapeake Va. I'm retired Navy and own my own business. I do mechanical and electrical repairs on pleasure boats. I've been riding for 39 years. My last bike was an 85 700 shadow that I road for 15 years. Walked into the dealer one day for a new oil filter and and walked out with 55th birthday present to me..... a new red,2005,1300c. :) :) never did get the oil filter :hmm2: Looking forward to talking with you all

[Ranger]

Hi All,

New member also. Im from Williamston, SC. Very nice Site.

[TerrySc]

Welcome Ranger, we'll have to ride sometime, I'm in Boiling Springs,SC

[NC Hammer]

Welcome, Mark, Ted & Ranger.

Looks like we're getting alot of guys in the area. We'll have to plan a day to all get together this spring or summer.

We can ride the NC & SC mountains.

BlkXride used to come up from Atlanta and ride with us for a day. We always had a great time.

If there is interest in this - let me know and I'll start searching for a date that all can agree on.

[teschwab]

hello everyone, i own a small insurance agency and ride every chance that comes along.

[TerrySc]

Welcome, Mark, Ted & Ranger.

Looks like we're getting alot of guys in the area. We'll have to plan a day to all get together this spring or summer.

We can ride the NC & SC mountains.

BlkXride used to come up from Atlanta and ride with us for a day. We always had a great time.

If there is interest in this - let me know and I'll start searching for a date that all can agree on.

Count me in !

[VTXER13]

just thought I would stop by and say HELLO
Winter isn't barely half over here in Ill. and I'm already sick of it... :icon_chai
I'm sooo ready to ride... feeling the need for some 2 lane quiet time....

later days ya'all

[BobMador]

Hello everyone! I live in Oak Harbor, WA (on Whidbey Island) and I am a Navy Chief Petty Officer.

I bought my VTX1300R on 30 Nov 2005 from Steel Dreams in Burlington, WA. Since then I have managed to put over 850 miles on "Lil' Debbie" as I call "her".

I have also managed to add some items to my bare stock 1300 since I bought her. I have the Kuryakyn ISO grips, Boulevard windscreen, WillyBruno driver's backrest, Kuryakyn Final Drive cover, Formotion clock (attached to the handlebar bolt with double-sided tape), and two Powerlett power adapters (one on either side of the neck in the frame neck covers).

I have a passenger backrest on order from CruiserBackrests, and I plan to add the throttle boss and KewlMetal helmet locks to the ends of my ISO grips.

[Big-X]

Cool! My son is at Navy boot camp at Great Lakes, he's in week 3 we think. :)

[Big Mike]

Hi everyone, my name is Mike Funderburk and I live in Scott Hill Tn.I own
lift truck service and repair company and I ride a 2004 1300C, black. I have done a little mod. on the bike but not much. I have chromed some of the front end, like the levers and master cylinder and switch housings and put on the side tag mount. Install a left side mount Harley chrome horn and a Harley Siren air cleaner. I have installed the exposed coil style shocks. I made my own plate to cover were the tag did mount and did not cut off the tag bracket. also installed a Wind Vest sheild. I also cutted my stock exhaust and installed 1 foot glass packs inside and put everthing looking back stock except for the sound. I have more chromed parts to pickup tomorrow at the chromer. Going to do my foward controls next. I guess thats it.

[maddawg9er]

Hi all, I from Gilroy Ca lived in Californina all my life this is where I meet my love VTX1300R Siver of course.

[X-cessor]

Well I may be new here, but I've been a VTX owner since May of 02'

My VTX was such a great bike I started an X-Cessories company built around the VTX. Funny thing is... Harley riders and every other metric bike out there like the stuff as well. So the company crossed over for all bikes. Isn't life interesting!


I was a professional musician since 1985. I toured with Stryper back in 1985-1986 as their keyboardist. More info at my bands website www.JustaBand.com

I am retired from full time work due to an auto immune disfuction that has been trying to kill me for 2 years.

I also became guest/co-host of a radio program called Classic Christian Music-Radio this past month based out of Orange County California, and that has been a blast.

Well, that's my introduction. I'm sure there are many familiar riders here that I know form other main boards. Look forward to chatting here as well.

Hi everyone.

Here's my VTX R 1800 02'
http://bigbikeriders.com/photopost/data/3090/498Yeah_baby.jpg

[PCity_XRider]

Jeremy Goff here, I've been in the USAF for three years, bought my X when I went looking for a bike with power for a good price. It's cool to be a part of such a great group of people.

[flattracker]

Hey yall,
Junior, dang I kinda like that , been a while. Wait till you guys get a load of my spelling. Anyway I was brought up hanging on to the tricycle handlebars that my Dad attached to the inside of his duo-glide bars untill I was was to tall to see over, then rode behind him till it was too embarrassing (13) , then he put a ovesized jacket on me , a full helment , built me up with on old rigid 45 with a hand shift and SS clutch and away we went touring on every vacation I ever remember. Switched to metric's when I turned 16 and got my lic. and here I am now, several bikes later, same bride for the last 26 years, (I got lucky, nope Blessed!) My dad still rides , (80 yrs old) an 1300 retro, he's gone down three times in the last year, all at 1 or 2 miles and hour , more embarassing for him than anything, his legs are going out on him, till then he had never dropped a bike in the last 62 years prior , says he will stop when he can't get back up and for me not to worry, he still drifts into corners and drags them boards with the best of em once he's rollin. Anyway hi to all !!! :icon_wave

[Xnarz]

Hey dudes, Tony Parcell here in Radford, Va. Lived in the moutains all my life. The New River Valley is a beautiful place to live and ride, if ever up here let me know would like to ride with other X riders

[Justin VTX]

Hey Guys...
New member here from Texas. I have owned my 02 1800C since December 01, and I recentley bought my wife an 03 1800C during the "Fire sale" this spring. We live near DFW, and we ride with the Texas X Riders group (http://www.texasxriders.com), and we also read the board on http://www.vtxoa.com. We participated in the world record run at the Honda homecoming last July, and got into the Guiness Book of records for having the largest organized ride of a single model of motorcycle (594 VTX's in one parade!!). That was a VERY cool site to see. Our trip took us from Texas across 12 sates and into Canada before we got back home. 3000 miles on a stock seat in a week is NOT that fun. I need an upgrade before our next road trip. Hope to hear from some of you guys, and hopefully meet up and ride.

Keep the shiny side up,
Jim

[Loner]

Name is Chris, retired Navy (Submarines), live in Waterford, CT and work in Middletown, RI. I ride an 03 1800VTX C originally black but getting it's second paint job this winter. Has progressive 412 11 1/2" rears, Hondaline windshield, spoiler, backrest braces and luggage rack, Ultimate seats and backrest, Rhinehart staggereds, 2 pot FI2000, original style hypercharger, 6" risers, cobra tach, cyclecraft forwards, camlock, and a few other extras. Look forward to meeting and riding with as many of you as I can, and if I can't still good to keep track of you on the forum. :patriot:

[saltire]

Hi folks i live in Scotland in the UK very near to Inverness.Been a member of the vtxoa since 2004 ..
I work as a technician on an oil rig 2on 20ff rota .
All the best for 2006.

[ghostdog]

Cool Site Will Visit-- My Name Is Russell Sesley I Live In Memphis Tn Work For Fire Dept As A Lt With 19 Yrs , Beleive In God And Make No Excuses For It -- I Am Not To Pc And Beleive Folks Shoud Take Responsibility For There Actions And Not Blame The World, Only Bootstraps You Have To Work With Are Your Own, I Love God- Family-vtx 1300s And Nascar.....

[rvtx3]

Hello to all the other X riders out there.
New to this board but I have owned my 1300 since April 03

Mark

[vistin]

I am from the middle of Mississippi near Jackson. I ride a Honda VTX 1300 Retro, black. I am married and have one child. My wife is from the Philippines and my son is 12 years old. I am retired.
CR

[Awful Knawful]

I hate talking about myself, sometimes I edit out as many "Is" as possible from emails and posts.

I'm a DOD retiree since 9/30/01, started back riding and restoring a 1983 V-65 Magna, Candy Maroon about 2 weeks after retiring . It's a never-ending process, but quite a bit of progress has been made. It's a really nice old bike, but can always be improved.

After riding a 2004 VTX 1300C since 3/2/04, have developed quite an interest in the VTX. Wanted to be included in as many VTX discussions as possible. Can't have too many sources for information about the bike.

Learned that risers on the 1300C are a must for short armed people. The Ultimate seat also added to the comfort factor. The Memphis Fats 19" shield deflects wind and bugs, making long rides more pleasant. Never wanted a windshield before, but, what a difference!!

The X is a nice bike to ride and have fun with. Sharp looking, too. There are a lot of chrome items on my wish list, getting an order together now.

I'll be checking this website often, probably daily.

Ride safely and have fun!!!

Awful

[tejasvtx]

Hello all, I am new to this board. I have been on another board and a state wide board for a while, but saw this one and thought I would check it out.

[BlueVTX]

Hello,

name is Jesse aka BlueVTX
i ride out of Missouri

[OHIO-XOOM]

Hi Everyone out there -

My name is George Peplow and I live outside of Columbus, Ohio. I've been riding a 04 1300C for a couple years now. This is actually my first road bike as all of my previous experience has been off-road but it started getting harder and harder to recover from falls and hitting 'things' so I thought I'd give a cruiser a try and IT'S GREAT!

Looking forward to participating in the VTXcafe.

[darkhors]

I'm new to the board, can someone tell me why I can't access the arcade. Thanks, Randy

[2FS4LV]

Hello! My name is Marc. I'm addicted to tattoos and my VTX.

[NC Hammer]

Welcome one and all!!!

How about some of you updating your profile and including the City & State where you live. It's nice to know who's close by.

[richw56]

Hello, All --
I'm from Long Island, New York, and ride a black '04 VTX1300C.
As far as work goes, I'm an Area Sales Manager for CitiMortgage, the mortgage lending arm of Citibank.
I noticed a few folks from the vtxoa board were also active here, so I thought I'd check in.
Hey, Awful Knawful -- the bike I had prior to my VTX was the same as your 'other' bike -- a 1983 maroon V65 Magna. As I recall, '83 was the year that Honda introduced it. I bought it new that year, and kept it for about 15 years. I remember it was advertised as the first bike that could turn the quarter in 10-point-something seconds, stock. It was quite a ride. With that powerful V-4 block, it wasn't too easy to keep the front wheel on the ground if you cranked it. Have fun working on yours!
-- Rich

[Blue]

Welcome to the board Rich, some real good people here :)

[IMDMAN23]

Hey All,
My name is Kevin, from Reading PA, stationed at Dover AFB DE. Been riding for 14 years, started on a 92 Shadow 600. That bike was too slow so I started riding sportbikes for the next 12 years. Saw the 2005 VTX 1300 at the shop where I get all my work done and bought all my bikes. Walked out with the 2005 1300R about 2 hours later, traded in an 2003 600RR. Stuck about 6 grand into my baby and now it is unique and looks the way I envisioned it could.
Still a couple things I may choose to do.
I would like to take off the stock speedo and smooth the tank up and get a digital readout mounted on the bars.
Still need to get my paint done which should be completed this winter. Getting a true fire paintjob as soon as I can give up the bike for a couple weeks. The weather here has been insane the last couple weeks. Have been riding almost everyday, unusual for the northeast to be around 55 everyday in January.
Hope to meet some new peole and possibly get together with some fellow VTX riders that may be local and get a couple rides setup together.

[Sonny]

Hello all,
just signed up and am very impressed with the site.
I have recently moved to Spokane WA. area after 34 years in Alaska, am now retired and have plenty of time to ride so getting back into it. Started with a Kowasaki in 1966, moved up to a Honda 750 in 1970 and have been a Honda man since. I just love my 05VTX1300S that I bought in April 05, have over 7,000 miles on it and can't wait til better weather gets here so I can ride some more. Made a trip to Ogden Utah in Sept. and loved every minute of it. Was going to post a pic but the file size is too big, maybe later

[cwtimes]

Hi I am Cwtimes3. I have an illusion blue vtx 1800. My kids love it and me and my wife love it I ahve added quite of bit of stuff to the bike but no time to tell right now will later hopefully this will be very informative and helpful

[jchao]

Hi everyone, first time posting. I own a 2002 VTX 1800c. Drove it to Sturgis in 2005. Loved the ride. Going to Datona this year. Love the fact that out of 14 motorcylcles mine was the only none Harley. Can tell you that 9 broke down on the way there. They were not laughing afterward.

[KevTN]

Hello my name is Kevin Rich. I live in Chattanooga TN. I grew up in the Tampa bay area of Florida. I'm 41. I am an RN, RCIS (regester Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) and work in a cardiac cath lab. I have a 2003 1800s candy orange. I have done a few mods myself but I do not consider myself a wrench by any stretch of the imagination.

(I also like.....oh never mind)

[DuaneS]

Just joined tonight after being pointed to the site :)
My bike - 06 VTX1300S
My wife and I have semi-retired to the Boise Idaho area after way too many years in Anchorage Alaska. I decided it was time to get back into riding after having been away from it for a few years.

[colt45]

My name is Colton Bowie i live in St. Augustine Fl. i'm a construction supervisor.I ride a03 1800c with Rinehart pipe,mod.WCC rear fender,corbin chin,JBS Grim air cleaner,paint by Air Affects,lots of chrome and soon to have a 280 with left side brake.

[Show]

Hi, I am Show from Florida. I am active duty Air Force and just got back from a four month deployment in the desert. I had to replace my factory front tire when I got back (9000 miles old) and I am ready to ride again.

[Porkeater]

Hey all! I'm Larry Raymond from Detroit, MI. (a.k.a. Porkeater), because my VTX just eats up the HD (Hog). I'm in the middle of winter mods right now. I'm chroming everything that can be taken off for chrome and getting some custom paint by BD's Cycles.

[WaterBoo]

Hello all. I'm WaterBoo and live in Durham, N.C. When I was a young, drunk Marine I used to ride friends bikes but never owned one of my own.

One fine day in September 2004, I said, "@#*! it! I'm getting a bike before I get too old and fat to ride......(I was going on 56 and 300 pounds)
Bought a 2004 Triumph America and had a ball. Decided it was too small so I traded that and ended up with a 1999 Yamaha Royal Star Venture.....a fully dressed touring machine. Only problem was, my inseam is 29.5 and the seat was 31........made it hard to push backwards and stop at lights. Believe me, if your legs are too short and your ride weighs 800+ pounds, its hard.

Saw a 2005 silver (the fastest color available) 1300 retro and snatched it up. Added a windscreen, engine guards, highway pegs, ghost brackets and bags......took off the passengar's seat and put a chromed rack curved in line with the fender......

Don't talk much on the boards, but I like to read them and learn from everyone elses experiences. I've been reading VTX forum for months now and guess it was time to introduce myself.

May you ride no faster than your guardian angel flies.

WaterBoo

[Chuck]

Hi alll,
It's great to be aboard. Boston 56 riding again after 35 yrs. Married empty nester.
Chuck

[Inselder]

My name is Jason Elder, I am from Gulfport Ms. and I just bought a 2006 VTX 1300 Retro. I never had a bike before but always wanted one. I rode several friends bikes in the past and really liked the VTX. After Hurricane Katrina I realized that it was time to have my own. I am really enjoying the bike and have not missed a day of riding since I bought this month. No pics yet but will post one soon................Jason

[Brat]

Hey Chuck,

Are you Southie Chuck from the Mass/NE VTX Riders?? Nice to see you over here. If you aren't.... Welcome anyway! Ha Ha

Think Spring!!!

Brat/Deb

[Ken Skinner]

Hey glad to be able to finally get in here. I am very new in here and will be looking around and checking things out.

[BadX]

I never introduced myself so here I go.

Allen Austin, Hickory NC. I am a furniture upholsterer by day and do custom bike work at night, polishing or whatever somebody wants done. It all started when I bought my X two years ago. I went from hot rodding to bikes and I love working on bikes more. I am getting ready to go to work for the NCNG as a machinist and hopefully that will lead the way to more custom work and hopefully some new cool stuff for the bike.

[awall4400]

Hi my name is Al Walling from Angier NC I ride a 1300R. Just wanted to say HI I believe this will be a great site to get questions answered and to learn more about VTX' S

[craig7220]

Hi all

Just bought VTX 1300 R. Been riding for 30 plus years but this is my first Honda. Now for some warmer weather...

[Smoken'JOE]

Just joined today and looks to be an active VTX forum. Have had my 02 R/S for 3 years with about 24,000 miles on her.

[plantman1963]

My name is Ken I have an 02 1800C model with 24000 miles on awesome machine!!

[52 Tele]

My Name Is Rob Spizale, I Am The Cheif Engineer At The Louisiana Superdome & New Orleans Arena. We Survived Katrina With Minimal Damage. ( Thank You God ) !!! We Are Very Busy Trying To Rebuild Our Dome, And Yes We Will Be Back Bigger & Better Than Ever !!!!

I Own A 2005 1300C Black. I Bought It New In Oct Of 2005. I've Added Lots Of Goodies, Vance & Hines Longshots, Ultimate Midrider Seat, Memphis Shades Ally Cat Windsheild, Kury ISO Grips & Pegs, Lots Of Little Chrome Peices & Parts. I Look Foward To Chatting With Yall Soon. Take Care ...

[drxtreme]

Hello all from the wet-n-cold pacific northwest....
Just wanted to break the ice and introduce myself. I;ve been called Dr Xtreme for longer than I want to own up to. It was bestowed upon me by one of my old crew members due to my constantly telling the team we never have enough...cubic incher; horsepower; traction; etc, etc....

I bought my 03 1800 C not quite two years ago and have loved it since I first looked at it. I got the candy red model. First year out I added Menphis shades 21" shield, Kuryakyn mirrors and extra long stems, Cobra Pass Lights and bags. Then I de-badged it so that awesome tank line was uncluttered.

For this year I just added Kuryakyn control covers and master cylinder covers, Aeromach 6 inch risers, Mustang studded tank bib, seat and pilon, Power Commander USB III and Bub/Rinehart Stagered pipes. Next is removal of the wheels to sand and polish the rims. Hopefully by then the rain will stop and I can ride again.

I will put up a few photos when I can. until then, ride safe, live free and be well!

[Mdog]

MDog is Here. Rick Dishner Lives in East Tn. near Kingsport. Some of the best riding roads around. Have 03 1800R. I'm just now getting around to finding this board. But glad I did

[ncdegrave]

Hello David DeGrave here in Fort Eustis, VA. Just bought the 2004 vtx orange pearl. this is the first bike ive owned and i love it so far.

[arizlang]

Hello there fellow X-Riders, I'm glad to find another forum to view fellow geniuses that chose to ride an X.

[Spud]

Hello to everbody, from here in southern Idaho (SPUD country). Started riding a V Star then switch to the 1800C, don't think I'll be changing again for a while. I don't put a ton of miles on my bike because I'm real busy in the summer months, but the time I do get to ride I really enjoy. For me it's the quality of time spent on my bike not the quantity.

[Chase]

Whats up folks, Chase from Ct., I'm a project manager for a local developer, and an avid rider, I love my X,...

[VTX Man]

Hi everyone, I'm David Wolfe. I live in Gastonia, NC. Bought my 2003 VTX 1300 new and have thoroughly enjoyed riding. My wife and I really like riding in the mountains and on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Have added Honda back rest, Honda Saddle bags, windshield, and Hardkrome double D stripper pipes.

[twowheeler]

HI U all. A newbie here and I got to say HI!! An't got much to say but I like to read!!
Oh yea I like to ride to. But since oldman winter is staying at my place I can't ride so I got to read about bikes. And yes I got a VTX 1300R. Well I am done, hopefully I can add some input to this web thread, if not I can read
Later
Rob

[don juan]

Hello one and all. Happy to be here. Look forward to hearing from everyone.

don juan

[BIGDAVE]

Hi! David Johnson here! I live in Gulfport, Mississippi 43 yrs young! I am self employed I do what ever it takes to pay the bills and have money left to travel and play with my bikes! I have a watered down 03 VTX 1800 Retro and a 2000 1100 Sabre (customized) both went under 22in of saltwater! Bummer... But I got them back from the ins co. Big projects just waiting to happen!!! Even after fixing them up I would not trust them for long hall rides once saltwater get's on wires there is allways going to be gremlins to fight! I am looking for another 03,04,05 1800 Retro to be my 2 up dependable ride. I love the forms for the good info and comraderie, I am a regular on another for the Sabre "The Sabre Group" and now that I have found you guys You wont be able to get rid of me!
Dave

[Jeff]

Hi, my name is Jeff. I have a 2005 1300s. This is my second bike. First bike was a Spirit 750, which I learned on. I'm 45, soon to be 46 (02-28-06). I started my 2-wheeling a couple of years ago, and now I'm hooked. I look forward to hearing from you guys in the near future. Not a lot happening here in Western Ky.

[hlfbreed61]

hey big dave, my name is george and i live in diamondhead right down the road from you. i went this maorning to bastrop la. to purchase an '02 1800r. this bike had a salvage title but all repairs had been made and it was a VERY Beautiful bike. well, im a pretty small person and i havent owned a bike in 23 years so when i got there and looked around i wound up going with a 2005 vtx1300c with 770 total miles. after the 680 mile trip we were pretty tired and I havent even taken the bike out of the back of the truck yet but what little time i drove the bike i finally realized why i divorced my wives, i was marrying the wrong thing! my son in law and daughter are into the crotch rockets and he usually goes to bike nite at the sonic on 3 rivers rd every wednsday so i imagine i will be joining them from now on. if you ever want to hook up with everyone and ride send me a message. take it easy and i hope katrina didnt mess up your rides too awfully bad! George.

[neko]

I live in Warner Robins GA and am stationed at Robins Air Force Base. My bike is a 04' VTX 1300 Retro and have done the basic mods to it (suspension, pipes). I try to ride as much as I can.

[sactown900]

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