2012 Victory Hammer S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2012 Victory Hammer S custom - cruiser motorcycle, Victory relies on a 1737.1 cc (106 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 97 HP (70.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 153.2 Nm (113 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 55.8 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Hammer S measures 304.8 kg (672 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.14 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 673 mm (26.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,669 mm (65.7 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 17.03-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Victory archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2007 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
