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Victory Kingpin Tour - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Victory Kingpin Tour is a full-featured cruiser touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and commanding presence. Powered by a 1638cc V-twin engine with fuel injection and 6-speed transmission, it delivers smooth, reliable performance ideal for extended highway cruising. Best known for its aggressive styling combined with practical touring capabilities, including belt drive reliability and oil-air cooling efficiency.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Victory Kingpin Tour |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Fuel Injection with 45mm throttle bodies |
| Bore x stroke | 101.0 x 102.0 mm (4.0 x 4.0 inches) |
| Compression | 8.7:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 1638.81 ccm (100.00 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,666 mm (65.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 147 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,614 mm (102.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 673 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 336.1 kg (741.0 pounds) |
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Victory Kingpin Tour dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Staggered slash-cut dual exhaust with crossover |
| Rear brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-B18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 130/70-B18 |
| Rear suspension | Single, mono-tube gas,cast aluminum with rising rate linkage , 3.9in/100mm travel, preload adjustable spring |
| Front suspension | Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43mm diameter, 5.1in/130mm travel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.8° |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Solid Black ,Solid Midnight Cherry, Solid Supersteel Gray |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
5.5s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track10%
City40%
Cornering35%
Daily Riding55%
Touring75%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This cruiser suits riders who already have experience handling heavy, low-slung motorcycles at low speed maneuvers. |
| Purpose | Built as a big V-twin cruiser for relaxed highway cruising and boulevard presence rather than outright performance. |
| Rider Fit | The low seat height makes it approachable for shorter riders, but the substantial dry weight demands confident strength at parking-lot speeds. |
| Character | A torque-driven, laid-back American cruiser with classic V-twin styling and a strong emphasis on cruising comfort over sportiness. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the machine for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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