2022 HARLEY DAVIDSON Forty Eight Sportster FINAL EDITION

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Do you think a Final Edition Limited production is a cool idea for bikes being cut from the lineup?

[@ronaldthomas9396]

Yes , it will be a historic edition , a collection prospect for the future!

[@jayteesgear]

Yes but this Bike should NOT be cut! Eva!!!

[@rexbaumgartner2011]

Since they initially introduced the 48, I loved it! This year when they announced the end of it production era, I began searching for a used, like new one. I found that bike and snatched it up! It is such a fun ride, I'll never get rid of it!

[@OutbackOutlaw]

I think it’s a great idea and yes I think people would do what they could to purchase their dream bike if it was being phased out. Some great pick ups on the differences too. 👍🏾💯

[@OZARKSHDRIDERS]

Sounds like that would be a good thing for HD to do with every cut they make, good stuff brother💯

[@hualienmyhome]

The 883 and 1200 are awesome bikes. I wish they keep one in production.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Well with regulations and emissions making them harder to sell i see the end coming very soon. Good news is their are plenty of used models available...

[@razvan3974]

hy is this bike for sale just in the US? because i can't find to buy it brand new in europe

[@RidingintheOzarks]

can’t buy a Sportster in EU cause it doesn’t meet Euro Regs…

[@GlidingOnTwos]

They should run limited final editions to bikes that are cut from the lineup.

[@larry68hd11]

Hey Mike. Great review. Enjoyed. Have a great weekend

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks, you too!

[@davidleonard8369]

Many comments on here about doing this for any model being discontinued and that's all good. But this is something really special as the sportster has been in production since 1957. That's way longer than any other current model.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I agree you don't want to make it a normal thing but If they know they are never bringing it back that would be cool. I doubt we ever see a Springer Softail again, that would have been cool.

[@simonhouel1984]

FWIW, Breakout and Sport Glide are still listed here in France. The new colours and finishes are up to date and the FXLR and FXLRS have disappeared.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I knew they were staying around in some markets.

[@simonhouel1984]

Sport Glide is definitely a good seller here. It's one the M8 Softail you see the most.

[@newyorkhardcore3353]

Just like you said maybe it’s a final edition in Japan because the Harley web site has the bike in the 3 colors and they seat doesn’t look like this in this video. Hence being at a Japanese bike show probably mean it’s will be they last year there

[@RevJay_Rides]

I think this is an excellent idea. Do this on each model they plan to cut. The final edition. Yes, they would sale like crazy.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Even if not every model if they did it on some it would be cool

[@602North]

I think it’s a great idea! Good work! Also digging your new bike mike channel. -RJ

[@powamoto]

Yes limited final edition. And yes I would pay more..

[@Jim_Berry]

They definitely need to let their customers know when the plan to discontinue a model. I would have purchased a new 2019 Ultra before they decided to axe the Ultra mid model year. I don’t want the Ultra limited.

[@RoadRashHD]

I was never a fan of the 48,but that is still cool

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I thought the concept was good.

[@andromedach]

so it will be in the Icon's collection? If so I loathe to see the price jump

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Not calling it Icon anywhere i could find, it is only Japan so who knows... I could not find pricing either. Was very hard to find any info on it.

[@eveflower7646]

Wow that's cool I have the biker style but I'm Swedish, are Harley's American?

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Yes it is an American Company

[@crewgadjy]

Bee of doing an XLCR remake or maybe an early Sportster recreation, but obviously based on a modern sporty.

[@dbcopper10]

I have the 2021. First thing I did was replace the slippery handles to these exact same 'Nostalgia' grips. I don't know about this new seat. Looks cool though.

[@christoperbrandon1311]

yes that's an awesome idea mike but i miss my dyna model!

[@bernardlesperance742]

That seat and those grips have been available for years via HD Parts and Accessories. HD may make the limited Special Edition only available in certain markets (e.g. Japan) and offer a regular run for the regular edition elsewhere. Whatever the case, what's almost certain is that 2022 will be the air-cooled Sportster's final year of production. Anyone that really want's one, though, will be able to buy one in the used market for years, decades, to come . . . which is my plan exactly . . . ditto for the Dyna

[@navjotsingh660]

Thanks a lot for the video i am getting my 48 this year 😻😻

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Your welcome

[@newyorkhardcore3353]

You should see bikes here in Thailand.

[@doodlosangelino]

I own a 2018 48. Its a great bike. The only thing you have to change on it is everything

[@kyleryneost]

Yes a final edition would great

[@DucNguyen-jy3gi]

Interestingly this final edition has the normal headlight whereas the 2022 48 seems to have LED headlight

[@RidingintheOzarks]

48 Specs from HD website says "Quartz Halogen, 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam Headlamp, Incandescent Tail/Stop, Incandescent bullet turn signals" for 2022 model, I agree housing resembles LED to the eye...

[@2trdmustanggtfordf1hdsgsfa80]

I don’t know, but the MoCo often “reuses” old model names on updated models. Unlike colors… same basic color but ever so slightly changed formula with new names. 🤔

[@danny_dan92]

I still have my 2016 Forty Eight. In my opinion the 2016 model is the last model that had a beautiful gas tank design

[@everette818]

Something interesting about the 2022, that I have not really dug into is one of my local dealers Freedom Valley Harley-Davidson posted a sneak peak to the 2022 Lineup 2 days ago on there facebook page. The 2nd last picture is a Breakout with a 114 so I am not sure if they are re releasing it

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Cool well it is on the Europe Market page...

[@KevinButler816]

The mistake that Harley made with the Dyna is that should of kept the name. All the models just shifted to the Softails. Even if Harley would have announced a final addition on the Dynas it wouldn’t have had any effect since we were building all Softtails in Kansas City already.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I thought KC just built Dynas and Sportster at the time, my bad.

[@KevinButler816]

@Riding in the Ozarks That's ok it wasn't common knowledge.

[@EasyRiderGreg]

I think it would drive up demand and prices too. So I have mixed feelings.

[@uvwevwevweonyetenyeubemuge4036]

This is the final edition of 48 and it is here in japan.

[@uvwevwevweonyetenyeubemuge4036]

i would love this cause for now i cant afford it and i only have a ordinary job as factory worker and im grinding it to get that dream bike of mine maybe soon if there is still a sportster available 😭 😭

[@williamforbes5826]

Sadly, it seems like every time I warm up to something it goes out of production! So, yes, a little warning that 'this is it' and you better get one now would be appreciated!👍

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Another great detective video. I personally think it's a great idea and they'll sell like hotcakes. Eric

[@ericnorton4045]

I plan on buying a bike (a Harley Davidson) this spring. I rode dirt bikes my whole life but it has been about 15 years since I rode a street bike consistently I was considering a sportster. I would love to see this bike at a dealership

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Well 48's are in dealerships already, saw 2 last weekend. There is a peak at them in my video from Monday I think. The 2022 Launch was this week and no mention of a final edition so this limited edition model appears to be a Japan only thing still.

[@ericnorton4045]

@@RidingintheOzarks Ok I ain't trying to start nothing but why does Japan have the first models?

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@ericnorton4045 this isn’t a first model, 48 is an existing model, Japan is coming out with Final edition, limited production edition of it, I could find much out about it but I am guessing this is going be the last year for this model in Japan because of regulations, many countries including EU have banned sales of Sportster cause it doesn’t meet their epa rules essentially… I suspect Harley will stop making this model completely in the next year or two…

[@borealmetalworx]

I think this final edition marketing strategy is a great idea. It can only boost brand loyalty

[@keithgreen441]

They should come out with a limited edition HD Hardtail (Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man)

[@highwayman1218]

On my HD side of bikes, Sportsters have never really been my dig (with the exception of the XR1200), but have to admit the demise of the EVO Sportster does have me checking classifieds for a clean late model black 48.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Yeah I wouldn't mind picking up a clean used 1200 for the right price, just to have one but I don't have that kind of disposable cash and the lady needs a newer bike so that is the priority this year.

[@jonnymac8925]

Personally, if this is the last version I am very, very let down. A seat, grips, a chrome version of the stock air cleaner, and a sticker doesn't really do it for me. I really hope this is just a Japan specific bike, and that we get a proper Icon edition Sportster in North America.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

An Icon model would be cool, but I am not into sportster enough I would buy one either way...

[@jonnymac8925]

@@RidingintheOzarks yah that makes sense, the only people that would be buying them would be collectors and those that wanted one of the last air cooled Sportsters. I have a 2018 forty eight, I can't see me buying another just to have one of the last haha

[@rolandjosef7961]

I think the stock "blank" Derby covers makes the Bike looks cheap. For the final run, HD should've upgraded it to something more special. I own a 2020 Forty-Eight and I replaced the Derby Cover and the looks is greatly enhanced.

[@jamessouthworth1699]

This was the last model in the lineup I would consider buying. Once it's gone I'm done with Harley moving forward.

[@glennsibley5347]

This is how the chapters say that the names of models get changed to sell the 2 nds of such name brand for full price but all will be changing to comply with world wide standards AFFA angels never die

[@Firestorm637]

So limited editions to each country. On of my bikes is a MV AGusta Dragster 800rr Pirelli edition. Number 27 out of 200 worldwide. Harley use to selling bikes by yearly new fancy paint names primarily. Most other manufacturers offer more horsepower/electronics/new paint jobs just about every year especially in their $15,000 plus bikes. I like Harley’s new direction with Pan America and Sportster S. New paint/hand grips with old engines are not the future. Emissions have made over 200 horsepower bikes with electronic allowing someone to hang on.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I don't think this means limited editions in each Market, the Aritic Blast was worldwide. i just found this and thought it was cool and would like to see harley do final editions on more bikes. Honda did not thing to gold wing this year besides cut one model, they did a few minor things last year since it was new design in 2018. They do things and many people don't realize it and they don't mention it, Several Softails got upgraded rear suspension this year buy HD doesn't mention. The Bikes released so far are the ones not getting significant changes, new models or ones with more changes are coming on the 26th.

[@robbyclark6915]

Whoa! A Harley 48 with a different seat and handgrips! Oh and some bling, bling! And only an extra 3k! Or whatever. I’m poo pooing it I know. It looks like another money grab from Harley before they discontinue the bike. A sales gimmick.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I couldn't find any pricing, I am sure it cost more cause it is a limited edition. I did not say it was good investment but I like the idea of being more transparent about ending models...

[@cisa1622]

Why would you buy a limited edition outgoing model…I appreciate Harley-Davidson for promoting newer models than promoting outgoing models( which will be a pain for customers on long run)…

[@RidingintheOzarks]

If I knew the Dyna Low Rider was going away after 2017 I would have probably bought it instead of touring bike. I planned to by that Bike next now I can try and pick one up used but I would have preferred to get it new. Limited editions cost more but hold their value as well.

[@kennethwise7108]

Bye Bye Sportster 👋

[@davidefland1985]

They’ll just charge more for it and Sportsters are overpriced.

[@djjmplus3]

I just think it's another way to suck more money from you. But I do love your videos.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thank you!

[@djjmplus3]

@@RidingintheOzarks I'm down in Tampa Florida recently purchased a new goldwing. Ride year round down here.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@djjmplus3 nice I’m hoping to make a trip down to the Dirty Shame and have a drink with Shadetree in the next year. I haven’t been to Florida in about 12 years. Need to go back soon

[@djjmplus3]

@@RidingintheOzarks let me know when you come down I'd love to meet up with you

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@djjmplus3 I will try and announce it if we do. I have kid going off to college this year so lot depends on where she goes and how much time I got to take off to move here… right now she is looking at 1300 miles away

[@PHICEN]

Should have been retired in 1990…. I’m tired of Harley changing lipstick colors on a pig and telling us it’s new, it’s insulting. I for one like their new Sportster S replacement, it’s 30 years over due. P.S.: Exec’s in HD are the only ones who didn’t figure out that Clark Kent was Superman when they were kids.

[@tedhibbard6320]

I wont buy a China Davidson sporster ever.Keep your junk.Same with Levi's.

[@djmysticalone321]

No because it will always be a girls bike

[@RidingintheOzarks]

But your iron 1200 isn’t? 10 months ago you commented you were going to keep your iron 1200 on a video I did about the custom 1250…

[@t.s.racing]

Hey angel, I have 3 Dyna's and a 883 Low I ride occasionally. So according to you I, my 210 pounds of Powerlifting Champion muscle, and 8 years of Tactical Training instantly turns me into a girl when I ride the Sportster.......that's hysterical coming from a person called Angel.