The rear brakes on my motorcycle were worn out at 2,800 miles. Luckily, I noticed this before I had rear brake failure. I have found the exhaust is too close to the rear brake pipe causing the fluid to heat and expand and the rear brakes to drag.
The worst 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls 1
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the rear axle may crack or break at the retaining plate groove on the right side.
- Risk
- Axle failure during operation could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear axle free of charge. The recall began on august 3, 2006. Owners may contact victory at 763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 06V259000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- A stop ride means the consumer must not operate their vehicle until the repair is complete.
- Victory motorcycle: fuel pump retainer clip failure
- Victory motorcycle: the rear axle failure caused by a material problem on models 2006 kingpin, vegas eight...
- Missing carb emissions certification label - executive order D-268
- Pullback handlebars require a longer front brake line on some 2006 models
- The instructions for accessory tachometer kit 2875006 have been revised to include the connection of the...
- Oil capacity reduced to 5 quarts on most 2006 models
What 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball owners say
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Questions about the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball
Is the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball, close to a typical Vegas Eight Ball model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
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