Victory Octane First Ride Review at RevZilla.com

Victory Octane Motorcycle Review
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Spring is finally on the horizon here in the Northeast. Warmer days are soon to come. For Lemmy, however, “soon” isn’t really something he wants to hear. He’s more of a “now” kind of guy. So, when Victory invited him to take a first look at their new 2017 Octane motorcycle in Daytona Beach, FL, he was on the next southbound bird out of the Philadelphia International Airport! Having spent a substantial amount of time on the Octane’s closest competitor, Lemmy was amped to get to the press event and see what all of the hype was about. After a couple days on the bike in the Florida sun, he came away a with a robust catalogue of insights, a few great stories to tell, and a solid jump start on his summer tan.
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[@the8jrfan]

The bike is awesome but Lemmy is awesomer!

[@TheHappyRiderX]

+the8jrfan Lol I watched it just for him, i dont even like cruisers

[@the8jrfan]

+TheHappyRider I know right!?

[@martinlutz5446]

+the8jrfan Education is important, but cold beer is importanter :D

[@Hoggdoc1946]

the8jrjan - "awesomer" seriously?

[@BushRat253]

*more awesomer

[@DanieruShidebuteru]

This guy is very eloquent. He drops in technical details in a way that makes them become alive and relevant instead of just comparing numbers on a paper. He's also concise, not droning on and on about some point that he already made clear. I think I have found a bike reviewer that is as much a true biker as he is a good journalist. Kudos!

[@sebastianschulz6531]

Yes, he comes across as nice. But this is all a scripted performance and he shies away from making himself the center of attention. He just recently mentioned that he prefers Harleys in a review for the 2017 Road King, and this would at least fit. But he reviews other bikes too and his way of reviewing it conveyed some genuine appreciation. But still, this is not a true review this is a commercial. I might be the only one who would be fascinated when we compare the bikes going as far as discussing valve timing and compression.

[@DanieruShidebuteru]

I don't think his riding comments were scripted, though. Much. :P This video is very slick however, edited professionally. Maybe too professionally. That could be why you get the scripted performance vibe. :D About it giving off commercial-vibe due to the gushing about the product's performance, I wouldn't have a clue. Is Revzilla quite impartial with its review (at least, tries to be)?

[@sebastianschulz6531]

DanieruShidebuteru I actually like them to some degree. And he points out flaws to the bike, but revzilla is a business and a comercial is most effective when it is not recognized as such. Salesmen are quite good at putting up a show. And such a review is some work, some camera man has to do some work, the footage has to be edited. Concerning scripted versus non scripted... it can be both, they might just agree on what he will talk about and what not. All the videos where he rides also must have some camera in a car or something. You cannot just mount a camera on the bike. He needs a microphone in his helmet to get a flawless speech, you could not record him talking when the wind hits a microphone.

[@DanieruShidebuteru]

I just did a quick look at their website. I understand now where you're coming from. They weren't trying to pretend as something they are not but I assumed wrongly that this channel was a pure bike review channel. It's actually a bike and riding gear shop. Thanks Sebastian. Still a great attempt at review, though. I have seen partial reviews that don't even attempt at objective review; referring to things like "great riding comfort" or some other nebulous unquantifiable qualities. :D

[@sebastianschulz6531]

DanieruShidebuteru You are right. And there is nothing wrong in advertising products. I do like the way he pulls it of myself. But I had people who were on friendly terms with me and I met them years later when they entered salesmanship and suddenly pretended to be greatest friends. This is how I got a little wary and suspicious of such measures. The best ways things sell, is when you do not notice you are being enchanted into buying something. And boy, I love motorycycling and spent the last two years test riding almost everything to make a good choice what to ride. Still I did not buy anything from them. I ride a BMW with a shadt drive, very comfy, but it is a financial trap, when anything goes wrong or you need to replace things, the pricing is hefty! The CAN bus electronics is encrypted and cannot be accessed fully. I respect that BMW does not want its customers to mess with the bikes, but I am in the process of developping an attitude which means, that motorcycles should be affordable and lasting mules, that run forever. Of course such bikes kill the dollar margins of some board room bread tie wearing yuppie, but hell I do not care. You are right about other reviews, they are less of worth since they will not explain anything, and riding comfort is subject to each rider's build. I do not sit well on most cruisers and if I ride to fast the bumps in the road hit right into my spine which aches quickly.

[@TheMakarov9]

This guy gives the most awesome real world, normal guy reviews of anyone I've ever seen. He always seems to have a lot of fun in his motorcycle reviews and he looks and represents what I believe most of us that ride motorcycles look like, normal guys that appreciate any motorcycle no matter how big or small as long as it's riding on two wheels

[@Groagun]

Wow, as of right now, Revzilla has take the crown of most honest motorcycle critique and analysis destination on the web. How did that happen? Good on you guys and great job Lemmy!

[@aidanmccaffrey6127]

Groagun fortnine took the gold

[@KingOfBattle119]

Wow that's weird. Just yesterday I was looking for a decent review of this bike, couldn't find one. Hours later Revzilla posts it..Revzilla you rock, Lemmy keep making these videos!

[@twowheelinluke]

+Salad Tongs Hey i'm starting up a KZbin motovlogging channel and i'm wondering if you could go check out my content and give me ideas on how I could make it better and if you like it, subscribe, I will subscribe back, thanks!

[@paneerdog5623]

Lemmy is the go-to guy for a no-BS review. The mainstream motorcycle media has sold out. Thanks RevZilla and thanks Lemmy!

[@godwhomismike]

More motorcycle reviews. Loving how thorough you guys are on the motorcycle reviews. Iron 883 and Scout Sixty next please.

[@RevZilla]

+godwhomismike If you missed our March Deals video, you'll be happy to know that the Iron 883 _is_ our next review. However, a Scout Sixty may be further afield. Stay tuned! -DrewZilla *kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJCrl4KXm9ukeK8

[@chrismacdougall3158]

Lemmy you are the man when it comes to these reviews. Keep up the good work. Amazing editing and the way you work in the technical stuff for the laypeople like myself is awesome.

[@simmons865]

Sometimes I just watch the videos to see Lemmy, he seems like a very approachable guy.

[@jjayallan]

+Mal Reynolds Keep your negativity to yourself...

[@CCitis]

The best reviews hands down. Don't stop.

[@twowheelinluke]

+jeremypenuta Hey i'm starting up a KZbin motovlogging channel and i'm wondering if you could go check out my content and give me ideas on how I could make it better and if you like it, subscribe, I will subscribe back, thanks!

[@EdissonOrtega]

Still waiting for the XSR900 review... You guys are the Top Gear of Motorcycles!

[@PongPCSolutions]

No, RevZilla reviews bike like Fifth Gear not like Top Gear. Their reviews are more of a serious type.

[@pauldesi]

dam - even years later this guy is the BEST reviewer out here - bar none!

[@tinman3586]

This is the bike that saved Victory Motorcycles. There was talk for a while of discontinuing the brand but then they released the Octaine. Up until that time they had never released anything like it before or since. It was the first true sport cruiser and it's thanks to this bike that you see Victory motorcycles all over. Victory has become a household name that rivals Harley-Davidson. Something no other brand could achieve.

[@jtmnavy]

Lemmy's a fuckin boss

[@skippygirl959]

I can't believe these reviews don't have more likes. They are so well put together

[@karlhungus8946]

Outstanding review as always, Lemmy. Informative and honest. I went up to the local dealer on Saturday to see the Octane in person for the first time, and the salesman practically begged me to take it for a test ride. So I did. I walked away with a few of the same quibbles you did; namely, the lackluster front brake. Not alarmingly weak, like the brake on the HD Street 750, but still not up to snuff; even my little CBR500R has a much better front brake than this thing. Still, the style, the comfort, and, most of all, the power are all there. I'm thinking this may be my next motorcycle.

[@MadOgre]

Really sucks that Victory is now a Dead Brand.

[@josephandreuccetti8043]

George Hill I think they should bring it back as a one make model. Put it in Indian dealers Make it there muscle bikes

[@jackoff1826]

@@josephandreuccetti8043 I agree, they should have kept it as a performance end of things

[@Mafr0]

Super impressed with how you guys shoot your reviews! When on the road test, your cutting between the camera car and POV GoPro shots like they're shot together in real-time, but obviously that would be impossible since the camera car is not in the POV shots. I'm amazed, though, as in many of the cuts, you're actually going past the same landmarks in each of the shots, so to the scrutinising viewer, it cuts together puzzlingly well! All I can say is you guys have a solid technique to the way you do things! Nice work!

[@iCharlyoseayo]

daaaaaaamn Lemmy back at it again with a nice review!!!

[@china1013]

damn Lemmy

[@RevZilla]

+iCharlyoseayo Now we just have to find him a Stüssy shirt! -DrewZilla

[@iCharlyoseayo]

+RevZilla lol

[@vinski1000]

Rode this at a local demo day and I really liked it for all the reasons mentioned. I moved this up on my list of bikes to put in my garage!

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

I test rode one this weekend and left with the biggest smile on my face. that was a fun bike!

[@jamesnikki5]

Lemmy knows how a motorcycle review is done.

[@stevecummings3228]

Another great review. Best bike reviews on the net keep it coming.

[@solomyngrundy1968]

This guy does the best damned MC reviews... hands down!

[@Dialysisforever]

The reason I wanted an Indian Scout was because it looked so different from all other bikes. Oh well, I guess it was bound to happen. Ford/Lincoln - Chevy/Buick - Chevy/Cadillac - Volkswagen/Audi and so on and so on. Thanks for the review Lemmy, always informational. Sounds like a fun bike.

[@JBinFL]

"Florida,as it turns out has some pretty straight roads." My life in a sentence. But there is a lot of great scenery in the back roads. Plus #nosnow

[@GeneralG1810]

It's weird seeing a Victory without that freedom V-Twin

[@richardcook3185]

I too took this bike for multiple test rides. Stock did nothing for me. The bike surged at low RPM in 1st gear with the clutch out. An issue of the throttle by wire setup. Now the stage 1 bike was night and day. No surging. Power in spades. I really like it! 1st accessory purchase would be a deeper seat. Then adjust the front suspension to be a bit stiffer, and give the clutch lever a bit of play. BTW the road Lemmy was on is A1A (Aka Oceanshore Dr) and his run was from Ormond Beach (North side of Daytona) all the way North to almost the Flagler pier. Great ride when the wind is not blowing sand into your face.

[@robertsmith2557]

Great review! Not too long, packed with information and Lemmy's a great presenter.

[@jamescook4u]

Good job there Lemmy. Another fine, professionally done video. Keep up the great work!

[@camaromattflorida1291]

Revzilla I think the people want more videos like this with Lemmy reviewing these motorcycles! Maybe make his own side show of motorcycle reviews?

[@RichDunn]

A really nice and well balanced review. It highlights the compromises and the pluses really well.

[@redpilledpatriot8484]

This is the only bike Victory made that I would go out of my way to overlook my favorite brands and buy the somnabitch!

[@spacecoastz4026]

Now that HD sales are going down, Indian should come out with a Scout-S, which would be a re-badged Victory Octane, but with dual front brakes, a better stock exhaust, and a decent seat and suspension. I would buy it.

[@SpudsMcHaggis]

So basically this is the kind of performance the Scout should have had to begin with. Also, I stated on your Scout review that the Scout should have had a twin disc set up and if it had one, I dare say you would have had a twin on the Octane too. Another great review anyway Lemmy keep em coming! Cheers,

[@mnavrrojr]

Lemmy, Vato, you rock!!

[@804USAR]

This review convinced me I want this after my Vulcan S, but the problem is finding one....

[@recpro7847]

Same thing I thought when looking at the pictures, needs a dual disc and a bigger rear tire, if not just for putting down power, but for the look. Can't wait till ours gets in so I can spin this whip and conclude for myself.

[@user-wq8bh4ct3u]

Huge rear tires are out. Actually hurts the handling and looks ridiculous.

[@ImTarawr]

Lemmy is the best reviewer!!

[@danielratner]

I was at my local Indian/Victory dealership and the salesman told me to buy a Octane instead of the Scout. He said it's cheaper with more horsepower, therefore better. I was incline to agree, but he's missing one detail. Heritage. The name Indian means something to me. It has a history. It is the same principle as to why people buy Harley's. The bikes are outdated, but the have a "name". Nine times out of ten I would choose Indian.

[@scottedwards8220]

I'm so close to pulling the trigger on one of these.

[@curtisshondel3125]

I sat on this bike today at the dealer. I've got to say, the fit and finish is amazing in these things. I might end up with a high ball though.

[@draganm7823]

Curtis Shondel hey Curtis did you get the Highball, it's an awesome bike.

[@curtisshondel3125]

Dragan M no, I injured my back at work and it pinched my sciatic nerve, I'm waiting to get healed and I'll see from there. if I don't get a high ball I'll be getting another victory. I liked the octane also.

[@draganm7823]

Curtis Shondel enjoy whatever one you get, both nice bikes,get better soon and ride safe.

[@RagingBad]

I take this over a Harley ANY time

[@speaktruth247]

Sike

[@TheMarvelous1310]

Gotta say, I'm a fan of this bike. It reminds me of the AMX, sitting in between muscle and sport and refusing to choose. Also, the price makes it easy afford, and tune.

[@rubo1964]

Now that victory is out of business I think you'll find Octane bargains.Still a great bike.My local CL has one with 900miles asking 8500 which I think its sweet deal considering Scout is over 10 close to 11k

[@Aaron-kw2kq]

Great review guys.. Thanks for stepping up when Moto USA dropped off. Keep the reviews coming!

[@gethomel]

Excellent review Lemmy love the videos man keep up the good work!

[@BANANAHAMMER420]

I see this video is old but I've a few other of your bike review videos and I got to say I really like how you review the bikes....you give an honest review/unbiased review which I really dig so there for I subbed and hit the 🔔. 🇺🇸👊😎🇺🇸

[@DeuceVideoHD]

Lemmy, In Florida LE can ticket you for not having glasses on with your visor up. Just a word of caution. Keep up the great reviews!

[@60fitandvegan89]

This mtorcycle would be exactly what I would want if they put 18" wheels front and rear and a cafe looking frame with rear shocks to match and I would be out the door to buy one today.

[@Jmacfann]

Looks a lot like a victory badged Indian scout, not a bad thing as it looks a little better and is less expensive.

[@AlarmBF]

Please get your hands on an XDiavel. By far my most anticipated "cruiser" of 2016.

[@RevZilla]

+John Murphy I'm sure Lemmy would love to swing a leg over the XDiavel! -DrewZilla

[@AlarmBF]

+RevZilla I'd love to see it! I'm picking mine up early April and I have a shopping cart full of gear on Revzilla to order when the date gets closer!

[@ramonburgos6351]

Great job Lemmy. Too bad that Victory didn't give you a standard stock bike to test.

[@trirycheman]

Muscle bike means the same as muscle car. Big engine, small chassis. My 1994 Honda Magna is a muscle bike, for example.

[@kevinbankert511]

+Kevin Vance: The V45 Magna was my dream bike back in the '90s. This new Victory evokes almost everything I loved about that bike

[@trirycheman]

Exactly!

[@debelt]

+Kevin Bankert Man, I was in love with that bike too.

[@ThisImminentDay]

+Kevin Vance Agreed, I love my '97 Magna. It seems like this bike is very much in the spirit of that; big power, relatively short wheelbase, lightweight. I would seriously consider this bike as a replacement, though I haven't gotten tired of that 750 V4 yet.

[@trirycheman]

Nate Bush Me neither! I've had mine out to Sturgis twice now. My buddies and their Sportsters can't keep up, so I keep out of the throttle a lot when I ride with them. That V4 is a beast.

[@runstreetwise]

It looks like an Indian Scout crossed with a Harley Street 750.

[@wgnd1614]

bro when i saw this video was from 7 years ago i thought it was from 2013 or something but is 2016... im getting old

[@rct903]

those are progressive shocks that are adjustable

[@FuglyStick]

I'm confused as to why they changed so little from the Scout. One of the biggest drawbacks I heard from people is that they didn't like the forward pegs, and loved everything else. If they had changed that much, they would have had more interest. As it stands, what you've really got is still a Scout, just a bit more performance minded. In my mind, not enough change to set it apart from an already nice bike. A little thing like pulling the pegs back, though, would have made it a wholly different machine, targeted to different riders.

[@thecoreelementsmoto]

Looking forward to the full review

[@mallen1846]

Nice review as always. I went and looked at one of these bikes the other week but it is too much like a Scout and the forward controls are a deal breaker for me, if only Victory had brought the Project 159 to market.....

[@KimonoSkunk]

I am also a Lemmy fan. I'm loving al the motorcycle reviews he does. He just is such a wealth of information that seems to make motorcycling fun without boring us with technical knowledge between competing motorcycles, like piston bore, and cam angles and such. I'm definately looking at a bike sometime in the summer, and was wondering if you have ever done the Star Stryker, the Suzuki M50 and M109 Boulevard? Another thing, I was wondering about Lemmy's helmet, and microphone setup, as it sounds very good. I was going to look into doing vlogs and hoped for some equipment names ya are using. Keep the videos coming and keep Lemmy doing the reviews. His best review was for the Harley V-Rod IMHO. Cheers, < Kimonoskunk

[@RevZilla]

+Kimono Skunk We have not yet reviewed the Yamaha and Suzuki cruisers, but we may do so in the future. As for the audio, we use a Sena 20S paired via Bluetooth to the Sena GP10 Bluetooth Audio Back for GoPro, which in turn is attached to a GoPro Hero4 Black or Silver. Hope this helps! -DrewZilla *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-20s-bluetooth-headset *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-bluetooth-audio-back-for-gopro-with-waterproof-housing *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-hero4-black-camera *www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/gopro-hero4-silver-camera

[@hotrodhendrix1]

great review. more in depth with the differences of this and the scout. Although I am willing to bet next year scout sport will be released to one up this. Great for the aftermarket on both bikes for sure. This has the power and the scout has the style. One is a timeless design while the other will show age quickly I fear.

[@WonderBoy04]

I'd like to hear Lemmy's opinion on the 2016 Vulcan 900 Custom.

[@lowlyfe2497]

Honestly a shame Victory closed their doors. Such a nice alternative to your normal Harleys. But I see the inspiration in the new Indian Chiefs and now with Harleys new Sportster S.

[@zrx4me1]

that seat made my butt numb for a hour.other than that it was a nice bike.I agree with your review completely,needs a dual disc and a better seat.and the test bikes were mostly not stock with victory accessories.

[@Killchain44]

Great review, Lemmy!

[@user-wq8bh4ct3u]

Geat review but the soft front end and brakes aren't a negative. This is obviously the base model with a really incredible price. That's the whole point. There will undoubtedly be higher performance models to follow.

[@RevZilla]

+Danny B Let's hope so...though to be clear, this was a base model with upgraded exhaust and rear suspension. -DrewZilla

[@user-wq8bh4ct3u]

+RevZilla Ok thanks. I'm thinking we'll get an even higher performance version than we would have otherwise gotten next with Victory realising they over hyped it. But it's still an incredible bike at this price point I think. Looking forward to your Springfield video!

[@user-wq8bh4ct3u]

+Danny B Indian Springfield review video that is.

[@Zaay93]

I like lemmy's reviews.

[@rustyshackleford6092]

I wonder if Victory would consider adding an ABS option to the Octane? As a company, they don't seem all that friendly to the idea.

[@RevZilla]

+Rusty Shackleford ABS is standard on the Octane in other markets (e.g. Europe, Australia, and New Zealand), but they may perceive low demand for ABS in the US and Canada. -DrewZilla

[@francescociaccia3107]

Hey Revzilla sorry i have 1 questions. While Polaris have closed the production of a Great bike who VICTORY jester day i have bring me to home a Great Muscle Bike, a VICTORY HAMMER this is a very custom cruiser

[@jjayallan]

Another great review Lemmy, thanks again...jj

[@WeberWoodworking]

Should come with the better shocks and a nice USD fork with dual disks. Looks identical to the Scout, that's fine, but could have up'd the performance instead of just rebadging the Scout. Disappointing.

[@phoso29]

Now I want one instead of the Indian Scout!! OR should I get the Scout?!?! Any thoughts. Anyone.

[@killerbean501]

Sick ass bike

[@jdshemp]

Just bought one, 1st sold in New Hampshire. : )

[@obbushcraft5472]

I NEED ONE OF THESE

[@droach5241]

Victory and Indian makes some goregous bikes! My 2nd bike will b a Suzuki Boulevard M109R Boss. Would b nice to see more reviews on those. 3rd bike will be either Victory Magnum or Indian Dark Horse

[@draganm7823]

Dom Roach ride them both. I did and the Victory is no match for the Indian but try them yourself and then decide. Vic is less cash but it's also less bike. Indian or Harley which is priced similar to the Indian. try all 3 then decide what's best for you. good luck.

[@at9670]

Dragan M the Indian looks sooo much bike for the money, the victory would be more than enough

[@draganm7823]

at9670 the Indian is priced well and quality is similar to the Harley Davidson. Victory is not in the same class but that's why the Victory is less expensive. Ride all 3 and compare, it's the only way to decide, it's what I did back in 2011 and I chose the HD. good luck.

[@filoIII]

Parts a problem? Found a '17 w/ 4500 miles for $7500.

[@Lurk0815]

Fun to watch vid, but could you please turn the music volume down? I'd actually like to listen to the motorcycle sound properly, not guessing what it might sound like if the mediocre rock&roll wasn't there.

[@eduardoponce5328]

sportster 1200 or victory octane?? yeap victory octane looks a better option

[@loganfuhrmann6960]

r.i.p victory

[@Timmothy2012]

very nice bike I submitted for the victory sweepstakes never win anything and don't expect too but would be nice lol

[@christiancartmale1150]

not surprised to see this looks ALOT like a scout.

[@cosmic4701]

Both Indian and Victory are owned by Polaris.

[@christiancartmale1150]

Hence my lack of surprise.

[@UhuruFrontier]

I absolutely hate that HD look-a-like windscreen. second, it looks too much like the scout.

[@mutthead1444]

BECAUSE IT IS THE SCOUT! It's supposed to be. Like a Scout on crack.

[@NPTtriumph]

looks awesome

[@JaguarPirate]

Okay Lemmy, exactly what tire brand of radials and sizes would you use on the Octane. I want to make that change but am having a hard times finding a company that has an exact match for what you were suggesting and it's frustrating. Please Help...!

[@TJ-lk6wx]

In your review of the Indian Scout, you mentioned some minor, material problems such as the wobbly turn signals. Did you notice any of these issues on the Victory Octane?

[@RevZilla]

+Timothy Johnson Lemmy found that the turn signals were the same variety but perhaps didn't notice as much wobble. They might still be an issue though. -DrewZilla

[@ASA3S]

How does one do a wheelie on a sportster/ cruiser? So awesome!

[@RevZilla]

One simply clutches it up. -DrewZilla

[@RunsWithScissors]

I wish you would've spoken about vibration and comfort. My current bike starts to hurt me above 60mph and after about 45minutes in the saddle. Vibes come through the bars, seat and foot pegs. How is the octane? Can you see out the mirrors?

[@RevZilla]

+Nick Ramirez I'm not sure what bike you ride, but since there's a lot of vibration, I'll venture a guess that your current bike is a V-Twin (e.g. a Harley). V-Twins are inherently vibe-y, and since the Octane is also a V-Twin, it also vibrates a good deal. However, Lemmy felt that it was a bit smoother than other V-Twins but nowhere near as smooth as other engine configurations (inline four or horizontally-opposed engines). As for the mirrors, they vibrated a bit with the bike, but Lemmy was still able to use them effectively. If you really want a smooth bike, consider something like a Gold Wing! -DrewZilla

[@Tetsaraku]

This is 100% quality. Not sure about the bike though.

[@oLittleBear]

Well it's certainly attractive, though I wouldn't buy one unless it came with dual rotors. Upside down forks would be nice too. That's way too much bike to be stopped by a single small rotor.

[@TheMarvelous1310]

Yeah, those arr the two deal breakers, but the price makes me want to forgive it. And I can't help but wonder if it'll take a BMW lever fork...

[@q-bert6454]

Wish it came in more colors

[@SpenserWilli]

Can we expect to see a review on the Victory magnum's or Cross country?

[@RevZilla]

+Emmitt Williams We probably won't be reviewing them anytime soon, but we may do so in the future. -DrewZilla

[@user-wy1vm6yv9f]

Please tell me is it worth buying this motorcycle ???

[@kylestewart8354]

Why would you take this bike to a Track to review it? its not a sport bike, its a cruiser. Also when talking about front end shocks and dampening, are you comparing it to other cruisers in the segment? or does the bike just feel squirly?

[@poplar2006]

Lemmy's thoughts on the ghost bandit during this test ride?

[@RevZilla]

+poplar Lemmy found it to be a step up in features from previous Simpson Helmets, but it was just a bit too round for Lemmy's intermediate oval head shape. -DrewZilla

[@tommcdonough4659]

Does the Octane feel any larger than that Scout? What I don't like about the Scout is that it feels so tiny and I'm only 5'11''.

[@RevZilla]

+Tom McDonough They have very similar dimensions, so they do feel about the same. -DrewZilla

[@KJPsyXX]

Great review and reliable as always! Having that said, I was looking forward to learn about some smaller details like the vibration and position of mirrors and turn lights highlighted on the Scout video. Any thoughts on that?!

[@RevZilla]

+Kamyar.J PSYXX They have the same style mirrors and turn lights as the Scout, so that's potentially still an issue. -DrewZilla

[@mehdibb4186]

To me the radiator in the front is huge and messes up the look of the bike -

[@m109r1800]

This BIKE WILL DESTROY THE HD SPORTY AND IRON 883 sales .