2022 Low Rider S better than the Sportster S?

[@oliver6287]

As a owner of the sportster s I would definitely recommend the lower rider

[@tomwinner5350]

I felt that. Right in my lower back specifically.

[@Unbracedbike262]

Not to sound biased, owning a sportster s. But you say the low rider has a lot more torque but that they have similar horsepower? The sportster s has 20 more horses while being down about 20 torque. Fair to say it has “a lot more horsepower”

[@MotoJournoKris]

Yep that's fair, on paper 20 hp isn't much, but in reality the bigger rev range that comes with it does make a significant difference that sets the Sportster S apart.

[@sasakovacicek]

Dont forget the weight...

[@EVAN__WILLIAMS]

Proper review, it's nice to see an EU perspective on HD. Here in America people are usually 100% HD or 0% HD.

[@MotoJournoKris]

Yea that seems to be the way it goes, there's a lot of brand loyalty at play there.

[@saikatbasu8342]

Dude! You made it clear for me. Thank you! One question- would going for the Sportster S now be a better option over waiting for the upcoming Custom 1250? I love the tech assortment in the Sportster S but just wary of the hard suspension.

[@MotoJournoKris]

It'd probably depend on the differences between the two, as I haven't seen much info on the Custom. I do think a model with some longer travel plusher suspension would certainly have a place, but we'll have to wait and see.

[@saikatbasu8342]

@@MotoJournoKris Thanks a lot. Totally makes sense!!

[@cisa1622]

Why didn’t Harley-Davidson use a quick shifter in sportster S. Maybe healtech shifter will help.

[@MotoJournoKris]

Would have been a nice inclusion for sure, and they do have one for the Pan America in the Screamin' Eagle Performance range but sadly it doesn't fit the Sportster S...

[@vanaccolor]

And what Do you think of the fatbob 114 shared the looks Sportser S

[@MotoJournoKris]

I really liked the Sportster S, but I think the Fatbob will be popular for those who want the more traditional Harley V-Twin performance and feel.

[@dcsales2007]

The sportster S got a slipper clutch? thats news to me

[@MotoJournoKris]

Yep I think Harley call it a 'clutch slipper function' but nice to see.

[@dcsales2007]

@@MotoJournoKris and what is the benifit? how does it work? Seems to function like any old manual transmission

[@MotoJournoKris]

Should prevent compression lock on aggressive downshifting.@@dcsales2007

[@tomwinner5350]

The Sportster S just gets better the more you ride it.

[@MotoJournoKris]

Yea I thought it rocked, maybe not for everyone - and less traditional Harley - but I thought it was great.

[@tomwinner5350]

@@MotoJournoKris Half the reason I bought it was to mess with the old school dudes. The other half it because I actually like to ride, not just cruise around.

[@FrankBonessa]

The function is there, but the form isn't. Sorry, but my LRS 117 is all around superb. CR 483 cam, TBR Turnout. Modern day Superglide. Love it to bits.

[@TrustyZ900]

The 1st time I saw a Sportster S, I said to myself, self that's one fugly bike. I still say it. Nothing flows, it's like everything looks wise was an afterthought. I revere my new Lowrider S looks and performance wise.Not the least interested in tech. My 1200 GS was loaded with it and most eventually failed. Sorry, but if I want to get rowdy, I'll ride my Z900.

[@MotoJournoKris]

I do wonder if in 20-30 years most of the bikes relying heavily on electronics will simply not be working, and there just won't be a whole sector of then-Classic machines as a result...

[@TrustyZ900]

@@MotoJournoKris I'm all in. Still have a flip phone and use only cash.

[@davidyersz8668]

There is a break disc missing from the front wheel and the fuel tank is far too small

[@gentrydebbie1040]

The Low Rider is the best riding and Handling Harley ever Made ?Top heavy sportsters suck ?

[@cisa1622]

I think the Harley-Davidson street rod 750 is the best handling bike from HARLEY stable . The new Nightster 975 T will be close. Never rode the sportster S yet.

[@Shah_creates]

The best handling performance bike Harley ever made is one they don’t sell anymore but is still available for purchase. It’s the Livewire. It out accelerates the Ducati Panigale V4. I have one it it is truly amazing.

[@1990-t1j]

Bring back the XR1200X.

[@MotoJournoKris]

That'd be too cool. I still reckon a 750 flat track inspired kinda thing would be wicked too, hopefully keep costs down to interest younger riders a bit more there too.

[@1990-t1j]

@@MotoJournoKris Great idea.

[@palmettolowlife1996]

Lol no way it’s better

[@sasakovacicek]

Sportster S looks sooo much better and is better in any way. Best Harley, ever.

[@MotoJournoKris]

It's definitely my pick too!

[@Shah_creates]

I disagree

[@FrankBonessa]

Sportster s looks like it came out of a cartoon. Low Rider S looks badass. What a Harley should look like.

[@johnflavin1602]

@@FrankBonessa100 per cent

[@chueb]

I traded in my pan America for a low rider s. I lost $8000.

[@MotoJournoKris]

Oooof that's quite a bit of money! Didn't like the Pan-Am?

[@chueb]

@@MotoJournoKris the velocity stacks melted on me and Harley couldn't replace it so they were going to give me back a broken bike. Keep in mind I had the extended warranty. I should have sued them. Ended up just getting the low rider. Sucks I have to pay so much. I'm 6'5 so the Pan America was great for me but, just sucks.

[@MotoJournoKris]

@@chueb That sucks... sounds like it should definitely be covered. I'd heard a few people melting gear on the bike, but not that issue specifically!

[@chueb]

@@MotoJournoKris yeah I honestly got scammed so Harley can do fuck themselves. I never even made a payment on the Pan America