Touring Motorcycles

2012Victory Cross Country Tour

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The 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour is a heavyweight cruiser-based tourer designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and American-made character. Powered by a robust 1737cc V-twin engine delivering 148 Nm of torque, it excels at highway cruising with its six-speed transmission and touring-focused ergonomics. Best known for combining classic cruiser styling with practical long-haul capabilities, it suits riders prioritizing stability and reliability over sportiness.

Capacity: 1731.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 383.3 kg
Seat height: 667 mm
Power: 91.7 HP (68.4 kW) @ 4500 RPM

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Other years 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding30%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up90%

Track10%

Best for: Built primarily for long-distance highway touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sporty riding or commuting.
Built for: Appeals to riders who value big V-twin torque, cruiser styling, and premium comfort features like heated seats and grips over outright agility or performance.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight machine for city commuting.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Units

At 667mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1731.0 ccm
Power: 91.7 HP (68.4 kW) @ 4500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 168 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 7.16 L/100km (32.9 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 5.1 CO g/km
Torque: 147.8 Nm (15.1 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2392 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 108.0 mm
Compression: 9.4:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1669 mm
Overall length: 2746 mm
Seat height: 667 mm
Dry weight: 383.3 kg
Wet weight: 398.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Ground clearance: 147 mm
Oil capacity: 4.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in / 130 mm travel
Rear suspension: Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with constant rate linkage, 4.7 in / 120 mm travel, air adjustable
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 142 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 300 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Solid Black, Solid Sunset Red, Solid Pearl White
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2012	2014	2015	2017	2018
Capacity	1731 cc	1731 cc	1731 cc	1737 cc	1737 cc
Dry weight	383 kg	384 kg	384 kg	383 kg	383 kg
Seat height	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 2 recalls may apply

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICOct 2017 · 17V647000

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Tour, Cross Roads, Magnum, and Hard Ball motorcycles. If the engine misfires, continued riding may result in heat from the catalytic converter melting the rear brake line and nearby wiring.

Risk: A melted rear brake line can reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the brake line away from the exhaust catalyst, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-877-737-7172. Polaris' number for this recall is V-17-02.

EQUIPMENTSep 2012 · 12V457000

Polaris is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Victory motorcycles manufactured from January 3, 2012, through August 15, 2012. A torqueing procedure may have been missed on some throttle cable retention nuts. On certain motorcycles, the throttle cable retention nuts for either the pull or push throttle cable may have not been torqued correctly.

Risk: If the torqueing is missed and the retention nuts are loose, the retention nuts closest to the throttle body can become dislodged and interfere with the throttle function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Victory will notify owners and dealers will correctly torque the fasteners free of charge. The safety recall began on October 4, 2012. Owners may contact Victory consumer service department by calling 1-888-704-5290.

These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Victory recalls →