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Touring Motorcycles

2011Victory Cross Country

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The 2011 Victory Cross Country is a full-featured touring cruiser designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and stability. Powered by a robust 1737cc V-twin engine with electronic fuel injection, it delivers commanding presence and reliable performance on highway miles. Best known for its relaxed ergonomics, ample storage capacity, and traditional cruiser styling, it appeals to experienced riders prioritizing touring capability.

Capacity: 1731.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 347.0 kg
Seat height: 667 mm
Power: 91.7 HP (68.4 kW) @ 4500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2011 Victory Cross Country

vs the 2010

Spec	2010	2011
Power	92.0 HP (67.7 kW)	91.7 HP (68.4 kW) @ 4500 RPM
Front brakes	Double disc	Double disc. Floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Floating rotor with 2-piston caliper

Other years 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track15%

Best for: Built as a big-twin American bagger for covering long interstate miles in comfort with ample luggage capacity.
Built for: A relaxed, torque-rich cruiser-tourer with a commanding presence, deep exhaust note, and effortless highway pull rather than outright sportiness.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight bike for tight urban maneuvering.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 667mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Victory Cross Country, 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.

More bikes at 750 mm or under — Short Kings →

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1731.0 ccm
Power: 91.7 HP (68.4 kW) @ 4500 RPM
EPA CO Emissions: 5.1 CO g/km
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2643 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 101.0 x 108.0 mm
Compression: 9.4:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1669 mm
Overall length: 2652 mm
Seat height: 667 mm
Dry weight: 347.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Ground clearance: 147 mm
Oil capacity: 5.00 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 spring
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 142 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating rotor with 4-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Floating rotor with 2-piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter: 300 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Blue, White, Black
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	2010	2011	2012	2014	2015	2017
Capacity	1737 cc	1731 cc	1731 cc	1737 cc	1737 cc	1731 cc
Dry weight	347 kg	347 kg	347 kg	347 kg	345 kg	345 kg
Seat height	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm	667 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	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.

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BARJun 2011 · 11V305000

POLARIS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 VICTORY CROSS COUNTRY MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, THROUGH APRIL 11, 2011. THE HANDLEBAR CLAMPS AND/OR RISERS MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED INCORRECTLY WHICH COULD CAUSE THE HANDLEBARS TO SLIP IN THE CLAMPS.

Risk: THIS COULD CAUSE THE OPERATOR TO LOSE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: POLARIS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL TEST AND REPLACE DEFECTIVE RISER/CLAMP ASSEMBLIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VICTORY CONSUMER SERVICE AT 1-888-704-5290.

These recalls cover some 2011 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 →