About to make the leap to the Vaquero

NorthernVandal · 08-01-2018, 09:30 PM

I am in negotiations for either a 2016 Vaquero in the white I want, or a new 2018 in black. Were there many differences between the years? I can save 4 grand by getting a new hold over 2016 in white. Excited to get into this bike.

redjay · 08-01-2018, 10:09 PM

No changes of any significance from the first year of the Vaquero to present day.

**plumber63** · 08-02-2018, 08:10 AM

I believe in 2014 they added ABS. Other than that, only the color is different.

**BudMan** · 08-02-2018, 09:23 AM

Like they said, no real changes. If it were me I'd go with the 2016.
The money will look better in your pocket.

mbarr10 · 08-02-2018, 10:20 AM

For me, Black is not worth 4 grand. And the white does not show the swirl marks in the paint. Since I have one I maybe slightly partial though.

**JD Hog** · 08-02-2018, 12:12 PM

I would go with the '16 and save the money.
HERE is a link for all Vaquero's including the specs.

**smokier** · 08-04-2018, 05:59 AM

NorthernVandal , did you get the deal done? White would be the one I'd be after. Having a Black '15, they look great when first washed, but doesn't take long to look dusty and dirty. That White one is an eye catcher for sure.
Hope negotiations went well.

Ride safe,
Smokier

mbarr10 · 08-04-2018, 09:10 PM

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Yet keep in mind a Black bike vs a White bike will give you these Spots of dust

Johnny Y · 08-05-2018, 01:23 PM

If you have been reading this forum for any length of time, I'm sure there are a few ideas in your head already. That 4 grand will go a long ways towards up-grades.

08-01-2018, 09:30 PM	#1
NorthernVandal Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: North Idaho Posts: 3	About to make the leap to the Vaquero I am in negotiations for either a 2016 Vaquero in the white I want, or a new 2018 in black. Were there many differences between the years? I can save 4 grand by getting a new hold over 2016 in white. Excited to get into this bike. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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plumber63 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NE Indiana Posts: 984	I believe in 2014 they added ABS. Other than that, only the color is different. __________________ Troy Donat VBA #02401 2015 Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad black(sold) 2016 Salem, Antlers, 2017 Eureka Springs, Lake George, Antlers 2018 Custer NR, Antlers
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BudMan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Greenwood, Ark. Posts: 4,736	Like they said, no real changes. If it were me I'd go with the 2016. The money will look better in your pocket. __________________ Dave Jesse 2012 1700 Gray/Black Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad Green/Silver Sold VBA #1108 2010- Eureka Springs - Antlers - 2011- Maggie Valley - Antlers 2012- Margaritaville Ride - Van Buren - Antlers - 2013- Estes Park - Antlers 2014- Mountain View - Antlers - 2015- Eureka Springs - Antlers 2016- Salem - Antlers - 2017- Eureka Springs - Lake George - Antlers - 2018- Custer - Antlers
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08-02-2018, 10:20 AM	#5
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,562	For me, Black is not worth 4 grand. And the white does not show the swirl marks in the paint. Since I have one I maybe slightly partial though. __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-02-2018, 12:12 PM	#6
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,946	I would go with the '16 and save the money. HERE is a link for all Vaquero's including the specs. __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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08-01-2018, 10:09 PM	#2
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,927	No changes of any significance from the first year of the Vaquero to present day.
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08-04-2018, 05:59 AM	#7
smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	NorthernVandal , did you get the deal done? White would be the one I'd be after. Having a Black '15, they look great when first washed, but doesn't take long to look dusty and dirty. That White one is an eye catcher for sure. Hope negotiations went well. Ride safe, Smokier __________________ You only get one, so "Make it the best day ever!" 2014 Victory Cross County Tour Blue Fire Gloss (BFG) "Cruella" Brides Ride: 2012 Victory Crossroads in Sunset Red "Ruby" Previous Vulcans: '15 Vaquero, '12 Vaquero, '10 1700 Nomad, '04 1500 Classic, '01 1500 Classic, '88 Vulcan 750 VROC # 10967 \| VBA # 3115
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08-04-2018, 09:10 PM	#8
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,562	kdk_0132.jpg Yet keep in mind a Black bike vs a White bike will give you these Spots of dust __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles
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08-05-2018, 01:23 PM	#9
Johnny Y Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: S.E.WI. Posts: 159	If you have been reading this forum for any length of time, I'm sure there are a few ideas in your head already. That 4 grand will go a long ways towards up-grades. __________________ Johnny Y PCV. Chucksters B.A.K. , D&D slip-ons.
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