2016 Dyna Low Rider S 117 C.I. Build Test Ride │ Harley-Davidson

Walk around and Test Ride of a 2016 Dyna Low Rider "S" with the 117 C.I. Build.
Custom build done by: www.laidlawsharley.com
Parts Installed:
Harley-Davidson 117 C.I. Kit: viewer.zmags.com/publication/9...
Conely Fairing: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Conely Bracket to Mount Fairing: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
ThunderHeader Exhaust: bit.ly/2lpYcmW
Head Lamp (Not Genuine H-D): www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Bags: leatherpros.com/retro-series/
Skid Plate: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Bars: luckydaves.com/product/lucky-1...
Turn Signals: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Foot Pegs: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
LePera Seat: www.lepera.com/v4_Dyna_06_13_d...

[@sunsetusa6926]

A few things from an owner: The stock tires have to go, it looks like he's still on the stock michelins. They wear great, mine is at 8k in four months/25% left...... but just aren't enough traction for the power output this bike makes--even stock. I've broke traction at 90 in sixth. The stock shocks have got to go. This bike really should have 13+ shocks and an 18" rear wheel instead of the stock 17. I love the stock look, but guys are going to jack the rear up for practicality [necessity] anyway. I've bottomed out and dropped the bike. Luckily it was minimal, nothing a new exhaust and a little powdercoat won't fix. This setup is great--the fairing's ugly but function trumps form here. Despite the 'thug' SOA trend these bikes can pull serious miles in relative comfort while still maintaining the connection to machine. You can haul a whole hell of a lot of gear in the bags, the brakes and suspension are beyond adequate, you have two-up capability without the huge tour pack, and the amount of power this bike makes (!)--cruising is easy over 80. And it gets about 38mpg to boot. Oh hey just a note--I've ran the stock air cleaner with the screen over it at 80 for about eight hours in a rain storm--no trouble with it fouling. How's that for beta testing HD?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Scott Kohs That one Time when someone gave a better review than me in the comments section.

[@bobbybeatty3225]

Scott Kohs I'll be buying this bike in about a week. you said the shocks we're not that great, would it be an issue with my wife riding on the back. Hopefully not

[@sunsetusa6926]

Bobby Beatty they're great shocks, you would be perfectly happy with the ride quality, however height is not where it needs to be re the performance level of this bike. my peg feelers are...gone. I couldn't recommend lifter blocks enough, I've seen guys turn around lowering blocks for a quick fix. I would say if you don't bottom out a softail you won't have any issues.

[@bobbybeatty3225]

Scott Kohs I own a sportbike, the wife and i do alot of riding, just wanted to get you're opion. would this bike be good stock with a passenger. thanks for the reply

[@sunsetusa6926]

In a word, no. I would strongly recommend the street glide for the value that package offers. The dyna platform: swingarm mount passenger pegs. Pain in the ass is alleviated by standing on the pegs. Eventually, that pain will no longer be tolerable, usually after about an hour if you don't have a sissybar--regardless of the shocks supplied. The touring platform, while heavier, is a more rigid frame and the footpegs are frame mounted. Coupled with the fact that stock the street/road glide and road king all have better lean angles on the right at 32 deg. (29.5 on the dyna), and the new milwaukee eight motor, you really can't go wrong in that dept. Check out HD's "compare bikes" feature and look to performance to see what I'm getting at.

[@user-cr4se9yb7n]

I've come back to watch this about 10 times just to listen to that engine

[@MattLaidlaw]

Matt video's haha right on. Sounds awesome.

[@billgonzales2339]

thats why Harley sell.

[@CantankerousOB]

I've got the 117 turning 118 HP 137 TQ and to be honest, this bike still scares me. I've been riding 40 years but never felt this kind fo torque. Setting the cruise to 70ish I had to brake hard once. When clear I hit resume and the bike damn near snatched the handle bars out of my hands. I put the Saddleman Dominator so I can have removable 2 up. Once I get the larger rear (probably going to a 200) and new wheels I'll have it painted. It;s a slow process after dumping that much cash into the bike and motor lol

[@DavidAdiv]

I love how you are so honest in your reviews, and very knowledgeable, I wish I was living around you guys, I am from New Jersey and it’s very hard to find people that really care about there customers, and this bike sounds unbelievable

[@MinnerQ]

Great bike and great video. The sound is incredible with that setup - especially knowing it's much more potent in person.

[@Billimus1]

I'm glad there's a motorcycle dealer out there like you. To actually show people what the bikes are like. I may need to ride do to LA to buy my Dyna😀

[@tompava3923]

I like to crank up the volume! Matt Laidlaw, you are so right about the sound!

[@smiley4288]

Awesome video and your comments on HD and how the bike rides is bang on the money!!! It ain't a cheap upgrade but worth every penny, I've no regrets at all in doing it to my S !!! 😎

[@thunder8cat]

I always learn something every time I watch your videos. I have a Suzuki now, but my next bike is going to be HD. This bike looks really awesome.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Tommy D you'll love it man. Owning a Harley is motorcycle ownership to the next level.

[@petterin1]

This is one badass, thanks again for a great video!

[@larrypeeples-yk1rg]

My favorite dyna, period!

[@texicano_fxdls3411]

I have the Low Rider S but no big bore kit just had the 110ci and I'm very happy with it, traded my Night Rod Special for it

[@barryg.blenis9104]

Installed 117 kit on my 2013 CVO Roadking , along with T-man 625 SP cams, S&S High performance lifters, Revolution performance Auto-tune ECM, Cosmetic head gasket, along with Fullsac performance DX exhaust. Its a beast 125+ HP. Can run this baby up to 6400RPM !! Comes on strong at 2000 rpm. Nothing can touch it ! the M8 SE 117 can even come close !

[@remussantaclarita]

Wow...that Dyna rips! The sound is amazing.. as well. Love the sound it makes! Crazy ....again, that's coming form a crouch rocket guy. Awesome set up! I appreciate fine things on two wheels regardless of the make. If i were to buy a cruiser I would definitely buy a Harley! still got my eye on the 2016/17 Softail Slim S ..just beautiful!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Remus LA thanks brother.

[@FrankA-973]

Remus LA never rode me one of them "crouch" rockets before....how they ride? 😂😂

[@remussantaclarita]

Not bad:)) they're adictive. All depends on the make and model as well, like Harley.

[@Neocleese]

That bike has a great sound. Thanks for sharing.

[@ellissmithjr6599]

Loved this...the Sound...and the view...Thanks 👍😎

[@detroitdizzle5513]

Excellent video, as always

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you

[@jimtomstimpson1477]

wicked machine! Sounds amazing!

[@CactusJack252]

I've liked those bikes since they have came out. That one is set up nicely. I usually don't like T bars but those looks good since they aren't above the fairing. I just wish I could lane split/filter in VA. Traffic is crazy up here and has gotten real congested lately.

[@porkchop7268]

freakin love this bike, can't wait to get my beast , thanks for explaining what's up with the 117 cuz I was considering the upgrade.

[@Chris_L034]

im still impatiently waiting to see what harley has done with the 2018 breakout. awesome review.

[@josephtizol9695]

That bikes insane! Another great video Matt!

[@MattLaidlaw]

+Joseph Tizol Tizol thank you

[@dandurag]

my first bike to love it......117 coming in next year!

[@albertosbrolla8424]

Nice, very clean look!👍

[@scarletfire6461]

excellent. thanks for posting. i'm getting close to pulling the trigger on a new bike and have narrowed it down to a low rider s or a road king. i'll do 90% in-town riding and commuting, with occasional touring and weekenders. although these low riders are killer, i think the road king is ultimately more versatile and i'm leaning that way.

[@connorammerman470]

What did you end up getting buddy

[@richcoharleydavidson5668]

excellent video

[@MrAndrew1953]

Holy smoke that is one very wild ride for experienced riders only. I think a stage 3 Low Rider S or that coast cruiser orange/black with fairing would be my ultimate bike.

[@chadmartin6334]

Thank You for the quarter fairing info.. put one on mine and looks awesome

[@MattLaidlaw]

Chad Martin cool. Yea they look good.

[@Elwinator3]

Very nice build.

[@bandit788]

OMG that thing is sick!!!!!

[@HolyBibleOpen]

May put that kit in my low rider s. nice Matt.

[@andrewjohnson1907]

my personal dyna low is a 103 ci with 48 mm carb, heavy breather, 577 zipper cams, high comp heads, front and rear premium shocks. Its a radical beast wound really tight. cant imagine that motor on first year big twin. mine is 638 lbs and feels like the road is greased

[@Twistedoff2]

I've been thinking about doing this to my 2016 Road Glide Ultra CVO. I've done the basics to it, exhaust and dyno tune. The bike runs good. I ride in the 4 corners of the southwest so I'm always at altitude. I just don't want to drop the cash to get this done right and not really see a big change for the better.

[@cuzj2088]

ive got thunder headers on my 110ci low rider, is it the stage iv that really cranks the sound up? mine are much quieter than this

[@sakatooch69]

great video I own a FXDLS got some good taste brother stay safe

[@farclebaba]

Holy hell, the sound of that bike is absolutely wicked! The torque on this machine must be nothing short of frightening. Love it. One question: what is the heat like on this machine? Does it absolute roast you in stop and go traffic on a warm day? 117ci seems like A LOT of motor to air cool! Whatever the case, I'll take one ;) Thanks for highlighting this beastly sled Matt. Love these videos you're doing on these interesting builds! Very cool.

[@richcoharleydavidson5668]

engine working so well

[@rayzientarski3655]

Wow that is nice! hate I sold my 2017 Lowrider S and got the 114 2018 Breakout. love the Breakout, but there was just something wild about the Low S!

[@billcharlene1450]

I love this vid!!!

[@tabaccoal1970]

I have a softail slim s if I were to put the 117 kit on my harley will my engine run hotter on idol also what do you think about the super trapp dennis kirk exhaust?

[@dalehennessey6265]

I know old did but besides going to 117 what cam and compression weakest you 110 for high speed long distance? Torque is great looking to add up mid to high rpm and up the red line.

[@blackOut-jh8cd]

Nice review 👌🏻

[@charlesbrowder7028]

Dear Matt I'm interested in doing some similar modes to my 2016 v-rod muscle. Do you have any suggestions?

[@ranchhandrandy3213]

What's the biggest big bore kit you can put on a 103 without splitting or boring the cases?

[@TheBigChin187]

Got the kit order . What’s the deal with the intake ? Will the stock one work with a backplate? With the kit or does it need fab ? Thanks

[@EternalOcean1]

Can't stop watching your videos! Well done job! But please make a breakout review and test ride! Your opinion is important for us! Like who's want it too!)

[@MrMcnuss]

Totally awesome bike.

[@doubletapm4]

Do you have any instock? Thinking of trading my 99 fxds in and getting a model s

[@TheBigChin187]

What was used for tuning ? A dyno ? Or Fuelpak, power v ? Auto tuned ?

[@cuzj2088]

ive been wanting this kit for 2 years, it sounds though like it maybe wont be good for my ride style. im more of a "cruise" rider, do some back road destination rides and town shit. would a stage 3 cam be a better choice?

[@Anonymous-ld6fs]

I have the same bike with this same 117 kit and the thunder header. I wonder if you have any suggestions to improve the power even more. it's amazing now, but I might think the compression could be raised if anyone makes a piston yet. also wondered about heads and cams. I prefer screaming eagle to aftermarket. the brakes and shocks work so well, I think it could handle more power , even though as you say it's very brutal now. have same exhaust.

[@mopar21]

Is it true 2017 FXDLS has the equivalent of a stage 1 download from the factory?

[@leb440]

Matt, Awesome, I know... I have essentially the same setup with 2 Bros exhaust and Memphis Shades Gauntlet. Sport bike rider my entire life.. 85 Kaw 1000r, ZX9, Hon929, 954, ZX-14 and more... just to say I enjoy riding now more than ever. Went to Lo Rider to get the closest thing to sport bike and for my lady to ride w/me. Interchange 2up seat with QD backrest w/rack for my lady comfort yet back to single seat and quick release on the Gauntlet and that sweet 117ci for the badassitude. Truly a great all round bike now! Never, ever, thought I'd be so happy not hittng 12,000 rpm+!

[@user-sj5us5xp3v]

killer vid.

[@snowball2495]

I have a super glide,16,,, 96ci,,, with 4 modify.... N I'm thinking of replacing the 96ci. For a 117ci.. with hp around the 120' n torque 130+... any advice ?? Keep it between the dishes.

[@davidortner9587]

thats my next new bike with the 110 or 117 kit bike look and sounds great either way

[@timstanley9161]

I want to take my 2015 CVO Street Glide 110 to a 117 and its been suggested that i use the 594C cams. does anyone have anything to say about those cams? Trying to get it right the first time.

[@occyman]

G'day from Aus Matt - love your videos. I have ordered a Low Rider S - trying to decide on 117 or standard 110. I just wanted to get your opinion on if the throttle is twitchy with the upgrade compared to standard and how the 117 would be in the wet? I found on a test ride in the wet that the standard bike can easily brake traction even at 50mph. Maybe a bigger and more sticky rear tyre??????

[@WHOSKOW1]

I did it differently. I added a stage 5, 110 tire shredder kit to my 2015, 103 Breakout. I wanted more so I added a Dry shot NOS Setup for 10 -50 more RWHP. I can now get over 160 RWHP!

[@jvs00051]

Awesome vid as always bro but I do have to say I luv my DnD's on my stk 16FXDLS :))

[@Mr.WS6]

Does the front break make a funny noise when using it? Mine does.

[@hiphop6045]

Sorry if you mentioned it in the video but how much is a bike like that?

[@ickleshouse]

while there my be more powerful bikes out there , i think some folks just dont get the whole muscle bike idea, same as muscle cars ! just pure grunt with an amazing sound and also a great lifestyle. Nice ride dude....

[@hankbrown3959]

I have almost the same set up- 2017 lowrider S, 117" kit, Bassani pipe and different intake. doing the kraus front end and Olhins rears over the winter. I love it, but it is a bike you want to ride hard. Its very choppy at slow speeds due to the torque. When I ride a 103" Harley I realize how much more power it has.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Hank Brown nice setup. I love olhins suspension. I agree with your opinion.

[@stephenspence3492]

bought 2017 lowrider s in aus awesome bike can see why people upsize motor the 110 is perfect for this bike has the torque spot on for street riding . Have heard people talk about heavy clutch pull ,my 2003 ,1200 sportster isn`t much lighter ,couldn`t get bassani roadrage in time so shop recommended to try vance/hines hi output 2into1 short sounds pretty brutul the more I ride it the more I love it .love your work

[@MattLaidlaw]

Stephen Spence Thanks man. Enjoy the bike.

[@drainmonkeys385]

I’m looking one of those.. sat on it today.. plus a bunch of others... Minnesota... it just snowed yesterday so...lol

[@scott1hn]

How is that fairing for wind coverage?

[@woodlawnstreetglide4708]

Tell ur boy to put the super brace on that front fork if u want it to really handle the power better.....just traded my lowrider S for 115 anni street glide special... so happy with that new beautiful legend blue denim machine

[@vIDemonIv]

Gearing up to do the 117 on my FXDLS and in the process replace my Two Bros Comp S with a Thunderheader but I'm seeing people saying the Thunderheader will choke the 117. Thoughts?

[@S3_103]

Brian Bloom go D & D! Thunder header is old news

[@marcasger5139]

nice bike murdered out gangster

[@bikeboy0012]

what do u guys do with the 110 jugs? sell em??

[@baseline6786]

For someone 5'7 170 lbs. Is this a good bike for that size of person ?

[@keangdao]

does conely fairing block the wind much ?

[@antipsycoticveteran5545]

hoang dao hell yea it does

[@dnlcast2]

At around 2:20-2:23 look carefully at the bags, the one on the right looks bigger than the one on the left side

[@prmhighflr69]

hey i like your ride i think im going to take my softail and do the the same route you took lol

[@tompava3923]

117 build up with SE Pro MVA Heads: $5000 +/- (Incl. Install Labor) or, 120ST or 120R crate motor. Both incl. heads: $6500 +/- (Incl. Install Labor) and, sell the 110SE: $3500. (do the math) No substitute for cubic inches, baby! (You can put the $2G into suspension upgrades

[@MattLaidlaw]

Tom Pava the 6500 doesn't include labor to swap out an entire engine. Just the engine alone is about 6k.

[@jvs00051]

Just curious Matt if you've got the time,,,what's the mrkt on a 2016 stk 110 w/ less than 500mi. I'm on the fence w/ the 117 or 120s. Thanks

[@dbtrackz33]

Robert Hutchings all of that and it makes 80hp I bet

[@tompava3923]

Eagle1 That is what I was quoted.

[@SwollenBlade]

117ci kit comes with 1 year warranty, 120s has no warranty and harley says its not meant for street use.

[@romulusmayer4619]

Real awesome noise.cool bike. I'm about to purchase a Dyna. I'm really confused and having hard months thinking about how to finally choose the one for me. I'm thinking about the super glide custom and the street Bob. At beginning I bought an iron 883. Then wanted to swap it for a 48, but then was thinking to go for Dyna's.. please help me.need all the help I can get.

[@adamhowe8499]

thanks. I have a 17 sgs and have cfr slipons and wana do torque cam and ac. what should my numbers be

[@MattLaidlaw]

Kit "A" on the top left hand side. There are graphs of power figures at the bottom of the page. viewer.zmags.com/publication/950b8fae#/950b8fae/506

[@pluckeyduc]

Matt Laidlaw did you ride it with the sock on? Is that recommended to keep the sock on at all time or just when it's raining?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Edwin Rivas just when it's raining or really dusty. Yea the sock was on when I rode it

[@charlesleesmading3692]

I love Harley Davidson's, as I had a Soft tail Springer as well as a V-rod when I was in Doha Qatar with Maersk Oil Qatar

[@ayesnyne]

Hey Matt, what license plate/turn signal mount was used here? Thanks!

[@MattLaidlaw]

ayesnyne I'll have to look into that. I'm not sure.

[@JeffGillis1]

Do you guys have a frame jig and do frame mods, 2" out & 4" up?

[@MattLaidlaw]

No we don’t modify frames.

[@doubletapm4]

after i finish my shovel im wanting to get a model s dyna!!!! maybe ill have to swing up to your dealership!

[@MattLaidlaw]

I'd love to help. Good luck with the Shovel

[@Duke-ph7yw]

Matt, is H-D discontinuing the S series of bikes for 2018? If not, would you think they would come with the M8 107 or 114?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Kathy Segismundo I can't really speculate. I don't know.

[@GratefulPerson1956]

What is the brand of saddle bags shown on this Dyna Low Rider? Will the bags shown work with a Softail Slim S (FLSS)?

[@tylerelmore1395]

They are the Conley T sport saddlebags. conelysaccessoriesusa.com/softails/?sort=bestselling

[@112hugs]

Matt I noticed that there are no passenger foot pegs. Are you able to put some on or can you not carry a passenger?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Chad D you can easily install passenger pegs. You'll also have to get a two-up seat. The low rider S comes with a solo seat.

[@massivekilla121]

Matt you mention this build isn't for the casual rider. What do you recommend as far as a stage kit that a casual rider could go to and still benefit from? Maybe install SE-255 Cams and call it good?

[@MattLaidlaw]

+Kyle Dane The casual rider should keep the bike stock. The 110 CI engine moves really good with nothing added.

[@douglasbrown2342]

Any dyna numbers on this , just looking to compare this kit to an S&S upgrade . Parts per dollar/horsepower , thanks .

[@MattLaidlaw]

Douglas Brown I need to get the dyno chart up.

[@HJ-sn5gt]

Hey Matt, Can the 117 be shoved into a Softail S or any FLH?

[@MattLaidlaw]

H J yes. Anything that is shipped from the factory with a 110 or a 114 CI displacement. So CVO and "S" models.

[@richcoharleydavidson5668]

I have questions for you

[@lukaapakidze4250]

and what are the specs of 117 cubic inch motor?!

[@CBRFRENZIE]

Wonder what kits are out now since 7years

[@amacro11]

Can't lane split in Florida otherwise really nice bike good review Al

[@traeucity6087]

Won't Thunderheaders void the H-D warranty?

[@zachknuckleheadwaller2067]

i love that bike so much really want one bad it is for sure gonna be my next bike of course i will be buying used hopefully i can find one with the 117ci kit used in the next year or 2... how would u say that bike would do set up that way for long distance i currently have a yamaha roadstar 107ci i plan on keeping it as my touring bike i have it bagged out but i live in texas and 30 miles from the nearest town so i do alot of highway and long distance riding on a daily

[@MattLaidlaw]

redneck1000 it will work. The conely fairing does pretty good to keep a lot of the wind off. The suspension is good. Touring chassis bikes are better though. For long distance

[@svrds10]

He may not be aware but the chrome jiffy stand should've been black from the factory. My wife has a Low Rider S as well and hers came chrome. Harley did a warranty exchange on it.

[@tankeater]

Every auto maker ever makes upgrades to your vehicle... anybody asking that question at 7:00 only deserves the back of the hand, no explanation needed.

[@bones8508]

Other than the weight differences why is the low rider s so much faster than the other S series bikes?

[@RyanGoddyn]

I want this bike!

[@mikeehrmantraut6840]

can anyone please give me details about this conely fairing? The amazon link is incorrect.

[@tylerelmore1395]

here you go conelysaccessoriesusa.com/dynas/?sort=bestselling