2022 Low Rider S Ride and Review [Why it's the BEST value]

The 2022 Low Rider S (FXLRS) is a value juggernaut. It packs such a huge punch from power to weight ratio to the handling and maneuverability.
In this video I take a good look at the things that separate the Low Rider S from previous year models and well as what separates it from the rest of the pack. at $18,349 it's worth every penny.
I test 0-60 times (Very inconsistently), I take it through some back county roads, and I take some time to reflect on the ride.
I've owned a twin cam Low Rider S and this new softail platform with the 117 makes this bike feel special again. Watch all the way through and please drop a like and subscribe!
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website- www.texasharley.com

[@locoocho2415]

My first bike of choice actually was the Street Bob one thing gets me has 3.5 tank. Now I'm lookin at Low Rider S 117 or Heritage Classic 114. I am a new rider did some ridin over 40 years ago. I like the fact your 5'11 I am to. You gave a great review 👍

[@TalismanRocks]

Traded in my '18 Fat Bob for this. It's getting a Stage III & Bassani Sweepers installed now, can't wait for riding season.

[@thehdguy378]

Great choice! Stage III on a Low Rider S would be insane.

[@bigsimpd]

Just purchased this bike. Love it. Handles well in turns, power is great. No regrets at all good review

[@thehdguy378]

I’m considering one for myself. Ride safe man!

[@bigsimpd]

@@thehdguy378 You to bro. I know ppl are waiting on the St version and those will be hard to come by. You can make this bike into a touring bike as well. I have many acessories on the way. Can't wait to make it my own be safe out there and Pound Them Streets!

[@collateral9159]

How tall are you. I'm wanting a first bike and looking at this one. Rode dirt bikes and stuff as a kid. Wanna take the HD riders course and pick one up. I'm 5'7 so I worry about height

[@bigsimpd]

@@collateral9159 I’m 5’11 it fits me well

[@thehdguy378]

@@collateral9159 you’ll be fine. I have a buddy the same height as you and he’s a new rider. You’ll love it.

[@robertprosser6856]

Bought my 2021 Fat Bob 114 recently and I love it.

[@thehdguy378]

Great bike. I had a 2018. Needs mids but amazing bike.

[@robertprosser6856]

@@thehdguy378 I like the forwards as they're not too far forward.

[@dmvbenz7536]

My dream bike, I’m in the works of buying one rn, I’m getting either gunship gray or vivid black whatever they have

[@andrewdreyer7765]

I test rode this one today with an S&S 2 into 1 and bars with pull back more in keeping the with the club style 2015 Dyna street bob I currently ride. My thoughts: The bike had some grunt you just LACK with the stock pipes so it finally sounded right. The smoothness of the engine I originally thought was depressing and lacking character added to it, actually. Now you have the roar with the refined character of a high quality machine. 👌 Though I never once pinned the throttle during the ride, I did push her with 50% throttle and she pulled seemingly as hard as my stage one Dyna at FULL throttle. Brakes are an improvement as the front had bite to it to really slow her down. The suspension is VASTLY improved. Less buck over bumps and I intentionally went over every damn road imperfection and pot hole to confirm this. The 107 M8 street bob I test rode did not do it for me. I would take my Twin Cam Dyna over it. I thought this would be the same. Nope, I can absolutely state this is an improvement that makes me Long for it. I'll have to try the revmax engine (especially if they put it into a frame such as this) to really know if it's the direction I want to go. But daaaaaamn the bike is waaaaaaay better than my Dyna.

[@thehdguy378]

Great feedback. Very thorough.

[@pmh1nic]

Nice drone footage. What are you flying?

[@RevJay_Rides]

I’m watching this video a little too late. Haha! I bought mine last week. She rides great!

[@thehdguy378]

Congratulations. Rip it up🤙

[@mikeessary4925]

Kick ass review!! Do you think the M 8 engine will be more reliable than the twin cam. I have a twin cam with 47 000 on it and haven't had to do anything.

[@thehdguy378]

I’ve had both. So far I think the M8 is extremely reliable. Mostly due to me abusing them with no consequences.

[@mikeessary4925]

@@thehdguy378 thanks... if I get this I'm probably going with kraus 10 inch for bars

[@Peter-mcmcmc]

Great review, as always. In addition to content, knowledge, etc., your video footage is killer. What app do you use when you do your 0-60s, and 30-60 pulls? I wanna try out on my Street Bob. Thanks again for making the time to give such an honest assessment.

[@thehdguy378]

I use a Racebox Pro. I stole the idea from Carwow. It’s deadly accurate, small, and easy to use. They just released a new model.

[@Peter-mcmcmc]

@@thehdguy378 Cool. Thanks, dude...I'll check it out. 🤘

[@delallum5654]

Hey! very cool video! Do you have a Low Ride ST (FXLRST) to watch too?

[@thehdguy378]

I will once we get one in! It’ll be a while though. We didn’t have any pre orders.

[@Enfieldriderlongisland]

I love to have those bars and display on my street bob 114

[@thehdguy378]

I’m sure there’s a way to do it

[@jensdji4875]

Great vid. thanks. May I ask how tall you are ? Just to get an idea about riding position for tall riders.

[@thehdguy378]

I’m 5’ 11” and the bike is a little uncomfortable for me. Needs taller bars and a new seat. Unless you’re just ripping around town then you’re good.

[@monkeymofo]

Would this bike be good for someone who is 5'5"?

[@cameronbranham2925]

Awesome review I'm 6 feet and was wondering if I needed to get mini apes installed and forward control based on your video I will I'm still waiting on my bike eta mid April.

[@thehdguy378]

Nah forwards aren’t necessary. You’ll enjoy the control you get from mids. Bars should be enough. 12-14” will suit you well. If you prefer cruising and racing from stop light to stop light then forwards won’t be bad at all.

[@ehump517]

I am 6-2 and love the position. I got the whiplash seat as saddleman seems to.push you forward and it worked out great. Stock seat position was good too.

[@scottyryan9807]

Yes thank for the remainder

[@thehdguy378]

I’m not sure what this means but right on man.

[@chachim3014]

First time I've seen one of your video's, very cool. The 0-60 test was interesting, I'm looking at buying this coming of a Ninja 1000 SX which is 0-60 in around 3.60 and don't want to go backwards. I think with a stage 1 this thing will do low 3's.

[@thehdguy378]

With a good rider it’ll do low 3’s I think! I just bought one and staged it so we’ll see what she can do!

[@kevinsmith885]

It’s a great bike I am coming from a beloved Daytona 765 Moto 2. Very different bikes but this one makes me happy. It handles great for what it is the looks are heavy metal, rock and roll, punk rock all in one also.

[@GMCBigBlock420]

A ninja 1000sx in the hands of a competent rider should do it in about three seconds flat. I wouldn’t be surprised if a professional could get it a bit lower than that. Launch control is not quicker, it is more consistent and safer. I’ve got a versys 1000 (same engine) in my collection and I’ve done about 3.1 seconds according to GPS. That was with a fully loaded bike. Not to mention the ninja will smoke the Harley the second you’re beyond 70 miles an hour. Literally will walk away from it with no effort at all

[@GMCBigBlock420]

@@PeterAngles-ks9fp your not wrong. I would never get rid of any or my rockets for a road glide that’s for damn sure. But an evo fxr would be a fun Sunday cruiser

[@fazer2747]

@@kevinsmith885I was looking at a street triple too. The Harley is expensive but it just seems like such good quality and fun. How do you like yours still?

[@bigsimpd]

I did get rid of that bulky heavy breather tho. Looks good but it is in the way of riding and can't stretch out on it for it. They put the screaming eagle on mine in its place for free. Sweet deal

[@thehdguy378]

I haven’t decided if I’d keep the breather or not. I like the looks. Not sure if it’ll get in my way. If I get an engine guard to stretch out on I’m sure it’ll get in my way.

[@bigsimpd]

@@thehdguy378 exactly I stretched out test riding it before I bought and that breather was in the way.

[@mrman487]

I've just have a little over 2000 miles on mine and I'll throw out what I'm gong to change. I think the lower setting of the headlight should go out just a bit farther, the bright seem to reach infinity . I'll get different mid pegs and setup some type of forward pegs. I'll probably need to lose the cool air cleaner to do it. I'll get new pipes or slip-ons to make it sound better. I may get a fairing with windscreen on it but I'm looking for exactly the right one for my height. Oh and some type of cup holder. Other than that it's pretty awesome.

[@thehdguy378]

Solid upgrades. I think you’ll enjoy the bike in stock form but upgrades make a world of difference.

[@RevJay_Rides]

I bought mine last Friday (4 days ago).

[@thehdguy378]

You’re gonna love it🤙

[@lapinobel]

Hm...wonder what my stock 21 FXLRS would do 0-60. Any idea?

[@thehdguy378]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpa3loSnpMSHnq8 Watch this and it’ll tell you.

[@droloves2hate69]

5 foot 3 would this bike be good for me???

[@westwood3286]

Could u do a comparison of this Lowrider S vs Indian Chief dark horse

[@thehdguy378]

I work for Harley so I’m not sure management would like that I’m reviewing other motorcycles.

[@westwood3286]

@@thehdguy378 got it,thx.

[@beanerflowers09]

Would changing the pipes make it sound more aggressive?

[@TeensierPython]

Yup Harley got in trouble from the EPA a few years ago for noise pollution among other things. So they made them quieter to avoid fines.

[@kramnworb00]

Good video! I never understood HD dropping cruise control from the original Low Rider S. I made the mistake of selling mine. Test riding the new S in early March but already has a deposit down on the ST for delivery in late April/Early May (*sigh* Australia).

[@thehdguy378]

I know! Cruise control is where it’s at! Congrats on the ST. I’m excited to try one out.

[@jimmyrustles8118]

Thats same timeframe Ive gotten too for my ST order in Aus. Do you have a VIN assigned yet?

[@kramnworb00]

@@jimmyrustles8118 No Vin provided at the time of deposit but I put it down on the 3rd of Feb so the bike would likely not have made yet to have a Vin. HH Melbourne are pretty good though and I suspect it will arrive before the estimated delivery day (barring the ship catching fire in the middle of the ocean).

[@jimmyrustles8118]

@@kramnworb00 Yep that makes sense. None of the bikes ordered through my dealer have VINs assigned yet either, but have estimated shipping dates. I ordered on the 28/29th, and someone that ordered 2 days before me has an estimated shipping date about 10 days before mine haha. Devo.

[@kramnworb00]

@Mr T mine was the first to be delivered on the 25th of July keeping in mind I placed my order a couple of days after the model was announced. I’ve put less that 500kms on it but loving it so far. Just comparing tuners and pipes but also waiting to see what gets released for this model during Sturgis. V&H and Bassani have both dropped some new options as recently as this morning.

[@kajjeekanalenfan72]

The only thing I don’t like is the rake angle and inverted forks, prefer the Dyna Low Rider S but this would definitely be nr 2

[@dylancoric1194]

I wonder how this compares to a Dyna lowrider S.. torn between the two

[@markever234]

Dang… a Harley as fast as the Rebel 1100… I might need to go take a look at one.

[@thehdguy378]

It’ll dust an 1100 homie

[@AyaWetts]

@@thehdguy378 after 100mph for sure, since the Rebel has a 100mph governor... I've barely done jack to my Rebel, and with the DCT auto shifting super fast, I've done 0-60 in 3.4 seconds 🤣. I'll give my the junky little Honda for this Low Rider S though... it only needs minor tweaks to smoke the Rebel.

[@super1234567891011]

What does the FXLRS stand for? FX = Big twin LRS = Low Rider Sport Trying to decipher these wild Harley acronyms

[@TwitchyMovies]

I actually kinda liked having the speedo and tach on the tank. Guess Im just an old-school kinda guy lol

[@thehdguy378]

It’s definitely more in line with what a Low Rider should be. I like it that way for nostalgia. Up top for performance.

[@gianlucamadonna4817]

Traction control?

[@kentwilliams4152]

There used to be a friction adjustment in front of the right grip that could serve as a simple cruise control without the electronics. Imagine ripping down the road and there is an EMP. Yikes.

[@TeensierPython]

What? First a throttle lock is a terrible cruise control. Dangerous and irresponsible Second in an EMP you have more serious problems than your motorcycles cruise control. Hahaha. I don’t understand your post at all.

[@Nordic_Camper]

The best price for an 117 Ci Bike !

[@thehdguy378]

Couldn’t agree more. That’s why I bought one!

[@TylerGaney]

I'm 5'9 but can't decide between the Street Bob or Low Rider S

[@thehdguy378]

Height shouldn’t make a big difference. They’re both very similar in height. Low rider is a bit heavier.

[@Mikeyb601]

Anyone else hear that squeaky sound when it’s idling? Any way to get rid of that?

[@thehdguy378]

You have a warranty. Rip it for the next 23 months and cross your fingers it gets you a new motor.

[@Rapaglia1]

That looks like Colleyville Blvd./Hwy 26 in Southlake…

[@thehdguy378]

Exactly!

[@Rapaglia1]

@@thehdguy378 I think I also caught a glimpse of Mustang-Panther Stadium. 👍🏼

[@robertrodriguez8082]

Good for taller riders but at 5,6 it’s a no go for me

[@thehdguy378]

You’ll be fine!

[@chewydude]

I’m a skinny guy that’s 5’ 6 aswell and I threw a leg over this one at the dealer and it is tall but not too much, I had a 2001 dyna low rider and I did feel this one a bit taller. Nothing that would discourage me from getting one though.

[@brentm7997]

Its wierd that the low rider s doesnt come with cruise control as standard for you americans. The Aussie one does. Usually you guys get the features we don't haha

[@barrybarnes96]

Those stock "shotgun" head pipes are f'cking heinous looking.

[@TeensierPython]

I’m also annoyed by the cruise control. What a dumb thing to not include.

[@savage7477]

Sounds like a damn Honda

[@Toni62R]

Your comparison to the TC is not realistic. The TC pulls right from 1700/1800 revs; you have not to rev the TC to get power...it always has power. And - in my ears - it sounds better than the M8...

[@ProTuner06]

Sissy bar > saddle bags and backpacks.

[@thehdguy378]

I’m not a fan of backpacks but I do like bags over a sissy bar. I’ve got a sissy bar as well.

[@TheZuver1]

I did a test drive on it I can’t stand the display it it’s horrible I never knew what speed I was going cause I couldn’t see the mile an hour is so small you can’t see it and to be honest with you shouldn’t need to see your RPMs that large if you know how to ride a bike you shift by hearing the engine

[@thehdguy378]

I do like the dual gauges with the Speedo attached. You do get used to it, though.

[@johnlittle6711]

Cut your hp and torque figures down by half of what you said to be accurate. It’s 3 cubes more, wow! The shock is not a big deal. The new gauge and counsel look like shit sticking out past the little bikini fairing.

[@thehdguy378]

Which Indian do you ride?

[@stufoo]

@@thehdguy378 lmaooo facts. Harley haters sure do love talking about Harley’s. Rent free….rent free

[@pauly1k]

You sound like a stone cold hater, bro.

[@mikeessary4925]

Enjoy your Polaris

[@dirkpackwood6409]

“It’s Light” 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Seriously 679lb. Harley and Light should never be in the same sentence

[@thehdguy378]

It’s relative.

[@ZERODOSI]

Costa troppo.

[@thehdguy378]

I’m not sure what that means but right on.

[@jimanders9971]

“It rips” lol how quaint. The reviewer should have said “it rips, for a Harley”. Not in the ballpark with my cruiser.

[@thehdguy378]

Cool story

[@jimanders9971]

@@thehdguy378 No brag, just fact.