Victory Judge.

                                               Victory Judge.

In 2010, Victory released the Hammer 8-ball With a lowered seat and smaller engine the bike is marketed as a cheaper and less loaded alternative to the Hammer and the Hammer S. It was one of the few bikes in Victory's lineup that remained a 5-speed.
The drag bars inspired by the CORE concept motorcycle and bodywork are all new and unique, as is the styling of the taillight, fender struts and new EFI covers between the cylinders. The Victory Judge features new 5-spoke cast wheels that evoke memories of performance mag wheels seen at race tracks in the 70's. These 16 rims are shod with premium Dunlop Elite II tires with raised white lettering, the perfect look on this performance cruiser.Visually, the Judge is undeniably masculine. The new fuel tank and fenders are brawny, yet styling elements such as the flush LED taillight add elegance. Incorporated into the bodywork are side numberplates to let the owner personalize his bike. Little changes such as minimized branding and a shift from plastic to die-cast aluminum engine covers add up to a larger shift in Victory’s cruiser styling.
The exclusive Victory Comfort Control System consists of Upper Air Controls and Lower Air Controls a rider uses to manage airflow reaching the riders. In cold or wet conditions close the controls to block the elements. In warm weather open them up to enjoy cooling airflow.
The Victory Judge tackles curvy play roads with cruiser grace. Pegs scrape at a moderate pace, but the ride is steady with predictable handling.
The Victory pulls with plenty of oomph in any gear, particularly down low. The company claims 113 lb-ft of torque from the Freedom 106 (1731cc) Twin, unchanged from the 2011 Vics.
The new Victory isn’t super agile when the road starts to kink up, but acquits itself well for a 660-pound cruiser. While it sports the shortest wheelbase (64.8 inch) in the Victory lineup, the Judge’s wide 130 front tire doesn’t make for lightning fast turn in. Once committed, however, the bike holds a steady line. The Dunlop Elite II tires offer more performance than is required, as the Judge’s low ground clearance sees the footpegs tapping out well before anything else on the chassis.