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2022 Harley-Davidson Sportster S First Ride Review: Is It Good Enough?

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@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
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@conceptofthemind5877
@conceptofthemind5877 2 жыл бұрын
Do a motorcycle giveaway so I can win
@dsofe4879
@dsofe4879 Жыл бұрын
I'm in my late 20s, naked/sportbike kind of rider and have never paid any attention to Harley at all, but I have to say this thing just looks so cool, it made me immediately want one. Then I got the chance to ride one and it turned out to be such a fun bike to hoon around. It doesn't have much ground clearance, so you really have to climb around and hang off to keep the pegs off the ground if you're going for a spirited pace. I was also quite surprised by how well it corners with that fat 160 up front. It requires some elbow grease to turn in, but altogether it makes for a super engaging ride. I felt like I had burned 1000 calories after 20 minutes. The best part is the engine though, that thing is brilliant. Tons of torque and character, and revs like a Ducati. If I could afford a second bike, this would be it. I hope they eventually bring back the Bronx, this engine needs to be in a sporty naked bike.
@grahamfil777
@grahamfil777 2 жыл бұрын
Something batman would ride
@Hugo_WP
@Hugo_WP 2 жыл бұрын
Looks good other than the exhaust
@Justin_Bic
@Justin_Bic 2 жыл бұрын
You can put different exhaust on
@ianjones2731
@ianjones2731 2 жыл бұрын
@@Justin_Bic Yes everyone knows that he's just commenting on the stock...🤦‍♂️
@Epiphalactic
@Epiphalactic 2 жыл бұрын
I don't mind it. Would want something louder tho
@johnengland8619
@johnengland8619 2 жыл бұрын
That tiny seat with forward controls and 2 inches rear wheel travel would make a rough ride, add single disc brake up front and heavy wheels for sluggishness in corners, 3 gallon tank
@rumah4325
@rumah4325 2 жыл бұрын
@@johnengland8619 stop it, youre not smart, yout mom lie to you
@user-sw2lv3zp6o
@user-sw2lv3zp6o 2 жыл бұрын
Great engine, looks great, but feet-forward, next to no rear suspension = a bad back. Put this engine in a proper flat tracker with rear-sets and blow the FTR away. I like the jacket.
@jonnycando
@jonnycando 2 жыл бұрын
Midsets are an accessory…..as for the rest….that’s how we ride our Harley’s
@ReisterJP
@ReisterJP Жыл бұрын
The FTR is a better looking bike.
@peterjones4621
@peterjones4621 4 ай бұрын
What an excellent and detailed review on this Sportster S, well freaking done. I'm picking up my S on Monday and having all this detailed information really makes my day and answers questions I didn't know I had. I'm keep this video handy to refer to as I get more and more familiar with my new S. I can't thank you enough, I am, a loyal subscriber and I so look forward to going back and watching your past videos. I don't know if you have them but I'm going to be looking for help and suggestions on modifications, I'd like to removed the rear tail light and find a strobe like stop light to attached under the tail fin, change to mid controls, a different seat, possible alarm system professionally installed, passenger backrest, aftermarket exhaust, different mirrors, install the heated grip components, smoked windshield and more, sounds like over $6000 with labor costs but a labor of love. I feel like a kid at Christmas, thanks again for the most excellent review. By the way, I'm 70, I'm in good shape and I can still sprint and climb mountains, he who dies in the end with the most toys, wins!! Peace!!
@jim74shutts76
@jim74shutts76 2 жыл бұрын
I like the look of that. I like the direction Harley are going with the new styles on offer, should appeal to more people. Great vid Rob.👌🏼👍🏼
@Firestorm637
@Firestorm637 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like modern version of the Fat Bob
@derrondevasconcellos6030
@derrondevasconcellos6030 2 жыл бұрын
Years ago I had a 100 year anniversary Road King CVO, so the proper 103 screaming eagle motor - 102 kw with 198nm on rear wheel in near standard guise (tuning chip, airflow management, tuned exhaust with rev limiter reset) - This was the rocket of the V-Twin Harley with the sound to match - incredible acceleration, with the occasional front wheel pop and good for abt 220 kmph. I have never had a more satisfying bike, I could tour as far as I wanted in relative comfort (suspension was firmed up over standard) and teach lessons when the need often arose. Cornering was a bit of a wrestling match but satisfying when lighting up the foot boards/exhaust while hanging your ass off the side. I wonder how this new generation would stack up performance wise given that it's a lot lighter?
@Dan-56
@Dan-56 2 жыл бұрын
I like your new “rating chart” Bob 🏍😉👍!
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
Good to know! Thanks for the feedback :)
@dungbeetle.
@dungbeetle. 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. A better feel than marks out of 5 or 10, which tends to be the norm.
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 2 жыл бұрын
4:00. I absolutely love that this review emphasizes how great the engine is, having less horsepower. There is a horsepower war happening right now, and every year, horsepower seems to be going up by 10% on every model of every bike. The horsepower war is great, but not if the engines aren't fun to ride at low speeds, and in city traffic. I'm glad to see reviews like this one, that understand how important low speed torque is. There's a reason that a Hayabusa is more fun to ride than most sportbikes, it has a much longer stroke, and more low RPM torque than most bikes. I'm so glad that Harley did the right thing here, and focused on the low RPM torque, instead of maximum dyno performance.
@stevem4783
@stevem4783 2 жыл бұрын
This. You shouldn't need to constantly wring a bike out. The old Evo bikes lacked any kind of high-end power, but the reason people loved riding them was the throttle response and low end. They're a blast light to light, around town, and on low speed twisty roads, the same kind of environment where most rockets are miserable. I'm glad that Harley recognized the lack of RPMs and power being an issue on the Evo, but it's good that they didn't focus on the peak number and were mindful of the torque curve.
@pistonburner6448
@pistonburner6448 2 жыл бұрын
Depends completely what you're looking for. I definitely don't find it a good idea to commute and ride 'regular' miles on a bike, since even in our incredibly safe country it's just so dangerous. I use my 2-wheel riding as efficiently as possible for enjoyment so I want to feel every second of it, be excited by the racy engine. I ride for fun, and I want maximum fun. That means I want a totally psycho bike with an incredibly aggressive Italian triple absolutely just wanting to go fast, and even at slow speeds just wanting to go! And I'm transitioning to maybe even track-only riding eventually... What you say is absolutely true and a very good point...but only for some riders. It's great to have the choice. And yes, people certainly can and do enjoy commute riding too, basically any riding is always fun. I just have to pick and choose for the reasons I stated.
@ashnikz9491
@ashnikz9491 Жыл бұрын
This should have a mud guard little longer from the rear side
@popdatclutch3010
@popdatclutch3010 Жыл бұрын
Man i just rode this bike today and it’s actually comfortable. My only complaint were the exhaust is on your leg and the bike is too fast for the seat 😂
@NomNomNomNomNomNomNz
@NomNomNomNomNomNomNz 2 жыл бұрын
Digging the rating feature 👍👍 more of it and nice review of this bike!
@toofastnobrakes
@toofastnobrakes 2 жыл бұрын
Test rode this bike myself, and it’s very impressive for a Harley. Love that motor. But it’s still not what I’m looking for. Praying we still get the Bronx or something like it from Harley🙏
@jonnycando
@jonnycando 2 жыл бұрын
The Bronx will happen….I can almost promise….it wasn’t cancelled, just set back to bring out a new sportster since the old one was not able to meet emission requirements anymore.
@josephsaia5527
@josephsaia5527 2 жыл бұрын
@@jonnycando I hope you right but it is Harley Davidson and they do dumb stuff sometimes. Ask Eric Buell. At 71 yo. I am done with all huge cruisers and just sold my two huge Indians. This S interest me but like the other. Reply I would much rather a Bronx type streetbike
@danielmangan7561
@danielmangan7561 2 жыл бұрын
single front disc?
@chrissmith7669
@chrissmith7669 2 жыл бұрын
The only two negatives for me can be fixed but why should I have to? A front tire that’d be at home on a swamp buggy and forward mounted cruiser controls on a bike meant to be at least somewhat sporty.
@hiteshgujarathi4636
@hiteshgujarathi4636 2 жыл бұрын
HD did mistake when thye cancelled Bronx. That bike would be much loved by bikers more than this. Hope HD will revive it soon.
@peacepeace5930
@peacepeace5930 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to get one next year I love the look of this bike so much!
@anthonypatterson1519
@anthonypatterson1519 Жыл бұрын
The sportster s is tuned down from the power of the pan am. Same motor just tuned down from 150 to 120. Gotta throw some pipes, and a tune on there and she'll make well over 150hp. I rode one, tbr pipe, crazy tune, and mid control kit, had to be making over 160 or around that. Front end goes straight up, I hit 137mph in 5th, I backed off because I was on a back road
@johndreyer9730
@johndreyer9730 Жыл бұрын
Its not a sportster, or a harley sportster, i been riding sportsters for a decade. What I will say the look is aggressive, the torque is amazing the suspension and features are awesome, but its not why i love my Nightster, its the vibration, the noise, smell, simple design that made me love the sportster. That bike is sexy tho, wish it was louder.
@michaelschaefer3124
@michaelschaefer3124 2 жыл бұрын
Unless you already have the Harley tattoos, I think that you would be much better off with the Yamaha MT 10. The sportster s cannot really be considered a cruiser, in fact the sportster family never was thought of as a cruiser but more of a hot rod. You are very kind in this review as most reviews of this bike have been. People tend To say good things about this bike along with a disclaimer, for A Harley. I find it fascinating that you cut the bike a lot of slack for its miserable suspension by saying that people don’t really want to ride a bike like this very far. If I’m going to spend over $16,000 or so on a motorcycle I’d really like to ride it quite a bit, not just park in front of a tavern and look at it. One last thing, that speedometer, data screen should be about three times bigger so that you can actually utilize all the information that seems to be available. That little screen reminds me of looking at my Apple Watch.
@shuhsak
@shuhsak 2 жыл бұрын
Mr.Buell should come back to HD. He's not scared, he builds a rational and unique bike.
@grahamtricker4103
@grahamtricker4103 2 жыл бұрын
I think that is a very fair review of this Harley Bob. 👍 I think there was something wrong with the handlebars on the one I rode 3 weeks ago. The two most important hand controls (indicators and horn) you couldn't see or find them when on the bike. I had to stop the bike to try and find them before continuing. They were tucked right up under the left control body which houses all those computer controls, which personally I wouldn't use. I also had to take my left hand off the bars to operated the indicators which made riding very difficult when having to clutch in/out for slow speed riding or manoeuvring. I told the dealer but they didn't seem interested in making any adjustments, which annoyed me a little as I am an engineer and a designer. Personally, if it had a Yamaha, Suzuki or Honda badge on the bike you wouldn't have known it as the engine was so similar to modern Japanese engines than any previous Harley motor I have encountered. BTW I also own 2 Harley Davidsons. I guess emissions and regulations are making all vehicles much the same these days. I was pretty disappointed with the handling and the ride. I hit a small pothole and it nearly launched me off the bike, perhaps a little more than 2" of rear travel might help, plus there is very little in the way of comfort from the very thin seat padding. From all the marketing about it being similar to a sports bike, well I thought that funny, as the bike requires a good deal of counter steer for any type of corner. In fact the handling reminded me of the original Breakout and Fatboy. For me, there is too much tech on this bike that is really only good for the cafe run. The tech can distract you from concentrating on the riding. Anyway, two days after riding the Sportster S, I was at my local Triumph garage putting a deposit down on a new Speedmaster...
@robbikebob
@robbikebob 2 жыл бұрын
I've not rode one, or am in any rush to ride one, but looking at it and the reviews, I thought I'd find it exactly as you've described it.
@mohammadnashitsiddiqui2168
@mohammadnashitsiddiqui2168 2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for saving some of us from an unnecessary unpleasant experience, hope you enjoy your new bike!
@dungbeetle.
@dungbeetle. 2 жыл бұрын
A very 'kind' review, Rob. Not sure who this bike is aimed at though, particularly in the UK. Can't make its mind up what it wants to be. For the same money I think the FTR wins.
@gerardmontgomery280
@gerardmontgomery280 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure. Is it aimed at the FTR or the Scout? I think the bike itself seems more like the Scout to me even though the styling is closer to the FTR.
@peterrooney8236
@peterrooney8236 2 жыл бұрын
His reviews are always kind
@jonnymac8925
@jonnymac8925 2 жыл бұрын
It's definitely aimed towards the Scout. There is another Sportster model being developed that will compete with the FTR1200. There is going to be a load of new Sportster models to come down the pipeline, and they will vary drastically in their offerings from brakes, motor, suspension, but all of them will be much lighter than the current air cooled Sportster.
@TheMponde
@TheMponde Жыл бұрын
Definitely getting this bike.
@BigMoeFo
@BigMoeFo 2 жыл бұрын
I seriously had to get back to work....and then this popped up!!! Thanks Mate
@jrparker4804
@jrparker4804 Жыл бұрын
Every rider looks HUGE on this bike. Harley should have made the seat “deeper” so you don’t look like you’re riding a kid’s bike. How was this overlooked? Big miss by the design team. Great review!
@tbobmann229
@tbobmann229 Жыл бұрын
Aftermarket is HUGE for Harley..nobody has one that is bone stock..changing the pipe and the seat and this bike looks so much better..still runs 10sec 1/4mile..
@MrSang-py3dd
@MrSang-py3dd 2 жыл бұрын
It's okay I guess but against the FTR & Diavel? Not a chance.
@lazybonemotorcycles1527
@lazybonemotorcycles1527 Жыл бұрын
SPORTSTER S DESIGN 😍
@Speedytrip
@Speedytrip 2 жыл бұрын
Great review, just surprised they said it was initially setup for comfort when it has about 1/3 of the suspension travel of an S1000RR (in another review they even said rear had only 1.5" of travel!)...hard to imagine that providing any comfort how ever you set it, combined with the foot forward controls, a perfect recipe to use your back as a stress member. Why even bother putting a shock? :P Looks good for a Harley (a round headlight and it would have looked REALLY good), but I suspect most owners won't be riding this more than 50km at a time (at least I hope for them). Maybe they have only perfect roads around the factory?
@bradwilliams4921
@bradwilliams4921 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review! I hope this bike is a big success for Harley-Davidson.
@Kristosdee
@Kristosdee Жыл бұрын
I came for the Sportster S review but the Pan Am stats really surprised me. 150bhp and what was it, 127Nm of torque? That's pretty tasty!!!
@drdoolittle5724
@drdoolittle5724 2 жыл бұрын
Really really like this presentation, very easy on the brain, concise and to the point, just the bike was the problem cos just fail to appreciate the philosophy!
@lallumanohar4107
@lallumanohar4107 2 жыл бұрын
The new rating feature is awesome in your video, please continue it. Stealth mode is completely off with that bronze/ copper engine😄
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks - glad you like it. Think it makes the review a bit easier to digest.
@conscious4895
@conscious4895 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, that new rating feature is spot on!
@nevillemcnaughton6306
@nevillemcnaughton6306 2 жыл бұрын
Harley continue to be on a different planet, 2"of rear wheel travel limits everything about this bike. With extended shocks, 4" of rear travel, dual front discs, mid controls and you have a functional motorcycle.
@khakimzhanmiras
@khakimzhanmiras 2 жыл бұрын
I never understood why they do this? What’s the appeal of having a low seat height if you have to compromise on everything else?
@Heavywall70
@Heavywall70 2 жыл бұрын
Then don’t buy one. But to answer the question It’s so tender assed punks don’t buy them.
@joedonnelly387
@joedonnelly387 2 жыл бұрын
@@Heavywall70 cringe comment
@ganuvien
@ganuvien 2 жыл бұрын
@@Heavywall70 Lol, like almost all of Harleys customers are blue collar hard workers that don't want their already bad backs blown out by a bike 😂
@HashMaster1776
@HashMaster1776 2 жыл бұрын
@@ganuvien then buy a car if you want comfortability. It’s a bike. If your back is really killing your after a 30 minute to 1 hour ride you need to do some stretches or see a chiropractor. They also make these things called back braces to help you stay straight.
@andrewvickers4487
@andrewvickers4487 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Despite the chunky front and stock forward controls, the riding position and relative lack of comfort takes this much closer to a sporty naked than a cruiser like the Indian Scout or Triumph Bobber IMO. I like that H-D have set this bike apart from your typical offering in the former category but I'd much rather seem them innovate in what they do best - the true cruiser. Maybe with a new middleweight line that builds on the modern aesthetic shared by the M8 Fat Bob, Livewire and this bike.
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 2 жыл бұрын
This is going to sound dumb, but I have a vision for their next new model. They can only innovate so much with the V-Twin engine. Eventually they need to make at least one other type of engine. Enter the 1932 Henderson inline 4 cylinder motorcycle with an overdrive transmission. It's the best motorcycle ever created. Jay Leno owns 2 of them, and he says they are glass smooth and have 53 horsepower! The engine on the old Henderson's was mounted lengthwise (longitudinally) so it gives the bike a long, sleek look. Like the Rocket III by Triumph. So they need to build the Rocket III, but do it with a 4 cylinder engine, not a triple. They can stagger the cylinders, by "siamesing" the bores (VW W6), so the block is very compact, then they can make the engine have a super long stroke, to keep the engine much more short. Then they can put an overdrive gear on it, so it gets 95 mpg. (There is an unspoken rule where motorcycle companies aren't allowed to give people proper overdrive gear). Imagine a glassy smooth inline 4 tractor engine with super tall gears, how relaxing that would be to ride long distances.
@GillyBikes
@GillyBikes 2 жыл бұрын
Gutted. You beat me to it. I’m out on one tomorrow. 😭
@Firestorm637
@Firestorm637 2 жыл бұрын
Never owned a Harley cuz of weight and low power. I am interested in this bike. Previous Sportster was almost $12,000 with alarm, paint, and abs. This new bike is a bargain and is better in every way. More horsepower, engine part of frame, light weight, RDRS standard vs optional on touring.
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 2 жыл бұрын
It's funny. But I've always wanted one of the old "slow" lumbering, air cooled Harley motors. Because the sound of the shared crank pin airplane engine design is the best part about them. The way they idle is so soothing and relaxing. The new high performance 1250 engine is better in every way, but it doesn't have that relaxing sound. If I'm going to get a high performance engine, I'd rather stick with a glassy smooth 4 cylinder. I am praying that Harley builds a 4 cylinder at some point, and does it their own unique way.
@karinmueller6774
@karinmueller6774 2 жыл бұрын
Looks very interesting. The engine is powerful enough. But the passenger seat, the exaust, rear travel and the little tank are unacceptable. A trivial windscreen is very expensive! The Sportster was ever a little bit strange, the new is it too.
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 2 жыл бұрын
I ride a Hayabusa as my sport touring, ADV bike. I take it on long drives up and over the mountain roads. I have a rear bag, and front tank bag. The Hayabusa has the worst wind protection of any bike. The wind protection is so bad that the bike actually amplifies the wind blast, unless you are entirely tucked. I have to wear the thickest ear plugs they make just to be able to ride anywhere. At this point, I'm about to ready to buy a Goldwing or FJR1300, just to get a real windshield.
@a99miata
@a99miata 2 жыл бұрын
looks good but I would like to see a 60's cafe style full fairing with saddlebags & larger gas tank.
@jonathanlawrence5835
@jonathanlawrence5835 12 күн бұрын
I might get this bike. It is very affordable and has a lot of bike for the money. I have a lot of mods in mind, but my God, that exhaust has to GO!
@ganuvien
@ganuvien 2 жыл бұрын
I would've really loved it to be an XR1200R essentially with more front and rear travel. I want the 1250 motor, but in something I can hooligan on yet ride comfortably all day.
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
Pan America…? 😅
@ganuvien
@ganuvien 2 жыл бұрын
@@motobob a street oriented pan america would be nice. I don't care to off-road and I manage fire roads fine on pure street tires.
@f_r_e_d
@f_r_e_d 2 жыл бұрын
A naked scrambler
@pistonburner6448
@pistonburner6448 2 жыл бұрын
They'll have other bikes for candy-asses later on... 😁
@danielwardley4185
@danielwardley4185 2 жыл бұрын
Good review, it sure has a lot to offer, power and tech, but not in the looks. I'm sorry but they really hit it with the ugly stick, my god , whats with the jerry cans out front of the engine? and forward controls ? on a 'sportster' ? my two cents worth. thanks.
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
Looks good in the flesh in my opinion! But it’s subjective. And yes, mids would be my choice but a shame to have to pay £700 for the pleasure
@gerardmontgomery280
@gerardmontgomery280 2 жыл бұрын
I think it looks fantastic. All the stuff I like about how the Fatbob looks but in a lighter, leaner bike. I'm just worried about how my 6'2" frame would fit on it.
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
It's definitely a smaller bike than the FB. I've got a head to head already filmed on the day, just need to edit :)
@gerardmontgomery280
@gerardmontgomery280 2 жыл бұрын
@@motobob looking forward to that one mate.
@toofastnobrakes
@toofastnobrakes Жыл бұрын
6’5 here with a 36” inseam, I fit fine. I definitely look big on it. But I ride sport nakeds so I’m used to it
@brianheffernan8982
@brianheffernan8982 2 жыл бұрын
Great review video. I enjoyed it immensely.
@daviddring3744
@daviddring3744 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful looking bike and really different from HD, however 51mm of rear travel on our UK roads😭, my coccyx is wincing just thinking about that😂
@philnorman5912
@philnorman5912 2 жыл бұрын
The bike looks great ........but what's with the seat. There's hardly any padding. Hopefully it's more comfortable than it looks.
@monkeyman193
@monkeyman193 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately real shocks are expensive and the first thing you must replace on a Harley.
@DroneStrike1776
@DroneStrike1776 2 жыл бұрын
Not my type of Harley but the quality looks extremely nice.
@toothlessseer3153
@toothlessseer3153 2 жыл бұрын
Which bike were you reviewing??? - Those thick tires make maneuvering difficult - Low handle bar and feet forward position is very uncomfortable _(& terrible for control),_ - Single disk in front for that heavy bike make very weak brakes
@Alexmaystudio
@Alexmaystudio 2 жыл бұрын
Can we start calling this engine the halo-head? Those heads look like master chief helmets.
@adamdarmstaedter1256
@adamdarmstaedter1256 2 жыл бұрын
I hate the mufflers. I would prefer mid or semi-rear controls for the handling. You can;t ride it when it is wet out. There is no rear fender and the water and mud off the rear wheel would drench your back. The Breakout does that too and it even has a short bobbed fender.
@brianrudy3294
@brianrudy3294 2 жыл бұрын
I was surprised it was smaller in person. I really love it. Bang on, especially with a tail tidy to clean up back end.
@Ritalie
@Ritalie 2 жыл бұрын
I almost feel like you're joking? No offense, I don't mean this to come across rudely in any way. But I really think the tail tidy kit has been done to death at this point, and it's time to stop with that whole trend. Ruining a perfectly nice factory motorcycle, just to try to copy everyone else, is no longer a "cool" modification. It has become the standard, go to modification. Is there some underlying insecurity where a man is terrified of having a license plate on his bike? Affixing a license plate with bailing wire, and hacking the rear tail section together with some wood screws, is really not a "tidy" look. - End rant.
@brianrudy3294
@brianrudy3294 2 жыл бұрын
@@Ritalie I just think the tail piece from the factory is is ugly, but that’s just my opinion. I think it was not what the designer wanted, but required by legislation. I won’t judge you if you like as is. See you on the road👍
@brentpage3643
@brentpage3643 Жыл бұрын
@@brianrudy3294 I think the factory rear end looks like it's set up for towing trailers 🤦.... Just needs a towball attached 😂
@davidressler9316
@davidressler9316 2 жыл бұрын
I have seen this bike in person. Never ridden it but it looks like a dragster kind of bike
@mikeogden5256
@mikeogden5256 2 жыл бұрын
I’m very excited about it
@splodge5714
@splodge5714 2 жыл бұрын
A cartoon bike, nothing like a Sportster. Harley should have made a modern bike with a continuation of the traditional looks. Works fine for Triumph and their Bonneville range.
@webdca123
@webdca123 2 жыл бұрын
So glad to see your review! How was the heat of both the engine and pipe?
@JPLMONEY23
@JPLMONEY23 2 жыл бұрын
I checked one out in person......felt good but when I noticed the price they added a markup.
@muhammadsteinberg
@muhammadsteinberg 2 жыл бұрын
Why does Harley keep making the Sportster crappy? The Sportster has always been cosmetically beautiful in its various forms. Same engine case as Pan America but they limit the hp. Would definitely buy this bike if it had the 150hp stock. Paying for stage kits on a new bike to get mediocre performance gains is ridiculous to me.
@muhammadsteinberg
@muhammadsteinberg 2 жыл бұрын
@@Faber-cator I thought the 883 bikes covered that...
@muhammadsteinberg
@muhammadsteinberg 2 жыл бұрын
@@Faber-cator LOL....Good ques!...I haven't kept track either. I was trying to wean myself off of the jockey crotch rocket riding position due to getting up there in age. Oh well....2022 Gen3 busa here I come.
@user-cx2bk6pm2f
@user-cx2bk6pm2f 2 жыл бұрын
That EU exhaust though... No. It doesn't sound like a Harley should!
@jivan093
@jivan093 2 жыл бұрын
I want one.
@p-dub7422
@p-dub7422 2 жыл бұрын
Great and honest review! It seems like you don't like the bike! I saw this bike in person and it looks better in person than it does from photos and videos. I do not like the look of the exhausts. I have put this bike on my list to check out but not sure if I want to go in this direction or not. How does it compare to the Indian 1200 to you? Which do you prefer? Thanks
@chrisbolton5461
@chrisbolton5461 2 жыл бұрын
This is a really fair review. I think you are bob on.
@dcasandman
@dcasandman Жыл бұрын
So what does this go up against? RNineT, SpeedTwin, Indian? It’s best looking Harley ever.
@davideccles1617
@davideccles1617 Жыл бұрын
Great review Bob what brand is the black jacket you are wearing??
@petersouthernboy6327
@petersouthernboy6327 Жыл бұрын
I like it - and I'm not really a HD type of person 👀
@ZENITSUHK
@ZENITSUHK 2 жыл бұрын
wont the exhaust burn your leg
@MAX_WORLD234
@MAX_WORLD234 7 ай бұрын
Bro you are awesome ❤ love from 🇮🇳
@glennt3207
@glennt3207 2 жыл бұрын
Needs a standard type frame....where I live. Interstate 75 or 30 miles of twisties. Missed my interest....need comfort at 70,mph 6 Hours to Daytona.
@DevashishJose
@DevashishJose 2 жыл бұрын
that's a beautiful machine
@UncleRobsGarage
@UncleRobsGarage 2 жыл бұрын
This sort of runt salesman at the Harley dealer laughed at me several years ago when I told them air cooled engines were garbage yeah who's laughing now?
@alejandromunoz2853
@alejandromunoz2853 2 жыл бұрын
ewww suzuki
@ImperialManiac1
@ImperialManiac1 2 жыл бұрын
Nobody say v rod
@davidyersz8668
@davidyersz8668 2 жыл бұрын
That front wheel looks so out of place like it should not be there, and there is a break disc missing from the front wheel, and the fuel tank is not big enough to hold enough fuel for long rides apart from that it's a great bike
@535banshee
@535banshee 2 жыл бұрын
I sat on one and the handlebars felt really wrong to me. Needs a higher bar
@nordfaen
@nordfaen 2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU very much 😊
@ashnikz9491
@ashnikz9491 Жыл бұрын
The mud will come over from the back side during rainy season
@richard9444
@richard9444 2 жыл бұрын
I like that look of it ,but would rather 150 horses
@jt4105
@jt4105 2 жыл бұрын
Would be nice if they make a 48 ver with spoke wheels n some fancy graphics
@Beef8Cake
@Beef8Cake 2 жыл бұрын
I love the look of it.
@SpaceRanger187
@SpaceRanger187 2 жыл бұрын
i want to hear it cammed with an exhaust..
@614XJ
@614XJ 2 жыл бұрын
The engine braking on this bike is insane also. Surprised didn’t mention that in the review.
@antoniokosutic440
@antoniokosutic440 2 жыл бұрын
Whats that on your right side of handle bar? Compas, or? Pls link or name looks damn nice.
@motobob
@motobob 2 жыл бұрын
Beeline Moto! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2G0Z5KVabBqgq8
@khakimzhanmiras
@khakimzhanmiras 2 жыл бұрын
Harley should give us a proper sportster S scrambler
@vlaDVille
@vlaDVille 2 жыл бұрын
Test rode one of these 2 months ago and really liked it, but just couldn’t get over that rock hard stock seat :/
@briangtester2536
@briangtester2536 3 ай бұрын
Are the copper-colored parts plastic?
@Axl_colts
@Axl_colts 2 жыл бұрын
I wonder if Harley will ever come out with a bike with an even bigger revolution motor in it?
@Stick_jitsudad808
@Stick_jitsudad808 Жыл бұрын
Is the tank for the Sportster s metal like the nightster 975
@geneclarke2205
@geneclarke2205 2 жыл бұрын
Great summary but no thank you. Maybe an Iron or Roster or Bronx with a 975 or a Low Rider S 114 with FXRT fairing and panniers - Laidlaw West Coast style. This Sportster S looks like it was designed by Indian or Triumph.
@Firestorm637
@Firestorm637 2 жыл бұрын
Before Harley only offered ABS as an option, now RDRS
@Soshi12005
@Soshi12005 2 жыл бұрын
I wonder if they will put the same engine tech into their old (crap) street line and the iron 883 since they are discontinued due to emission regulations
@ministryofwrath
@ministryofwrath 2 жыл бұрын
If they make a new version of the night rod or v rod I'd buy one in a heart beat. So, I Will just buy another night rod.
@Cool_Rider25
@Cool_Rider25 2 жыл бұрын
Since u did this review, can u also review the forty eight which is very very similar 1200 but that old engine or the 1200custom
@shishirgollapudi8172
@shishirgollapudi8172 2 жыл бұрын
Looks cool
@cryptoknight3009
@cryptoknight3009 2 жыл бұрын
Damn this review is so good 👍
@hamidking78
@hamidking78 2 жыл бұрын
Why do you have a beeline? The bike has a Satnav
@davidyersz8668
@davidyersz8668 2 жыл бұрын
Great looking bike apart from that much needed second front break disc
@BJ900RS
@BJ900RS 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like the worlds most uncomfortable riding position, got back ache just looking at you sitting on it.
@bobberjoe7550
@bobberjoe7550 2 жыл бұрын
Mine has 300 miles and check engine light just came on. Had a case of limp mode throttle..SMH
@albert_merchant
@albert_merchant 2 жыл бұрын
Shaking my head (No) having the pipes that high up , not for me
@johnambro7181
@johnambro7181 2 жыл бұрын
Only Young Guy's with a steel back will play with this machine! Wake up HD and spend some money on suspension.
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