2024 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S (FXLRS)│First Look and Test Ride

[@pmh1nic]

I have a 2022 Lowrider S, added cruise control and swapped out the stock bars to 12" ape hangers. It's the best bike I've owned in my 45 years of riding. Powerful, comfortable and great looking motorcycle.

[@ITS-yk5ky]

I have the same bike. With the same bars. I agree. I never keep a bike longer than two years in almost thirty years of riding. But this one I’m keeping forever even if I get a second bike. It’s the best bike I’ve owned.

[@i.j.aragon6946]

I love love love my 23 lrs 😂

[@fazer2747]

Did you have other Harley’s before this one? Or did you come from the sport bike world? I’m coming from sport bikes and am looking for something more comfortable. I feel like Harley’s are built to last and that’s appealing.

[@pmh1nic]

@@fazer2747 In my 45 years of riding I’ve never owned a sport bike. The only one I’ve ridden was Kawi 900 Ninja. Crazy fun ride but with my short arms but a ton of stress on my back, arms and shoulders. I’ve own other Harley’s (Sportster ‘72, Streetbob, 883 Iron). But over time I found forward controls added stress to my back/butt and they ultimately lacked power. The middle controls, pull back handlebars (added) and power of the 117 has been a perfect fit for me.

[@CenobiteBeldar]

You added cruise control? Meaning it didn’t come with it????? I thought they did

[@cisa1622]

I personally think this is a bad move. If vivid black was standard and was sold at lesser price and any other color was premium then the truth is out. There is no extra cost for any color for Harley. it’s a scam.

[@darrianlasarte7498]

But it’s not just Harley. Other companies do that. Tesla base color was once black, then white, now it’s grey right now.

[@cisa1622]

@@darrianlasarte7498 the point is it doesn’t look like the expiring years justification that other colors had more special efforts for the premium charged over the years was a joke. it’s the same cost. Tesla has reduced price of its car over the years - did Harley do that.

[@Gigitheefrenchie]

It is an extra cost because they have to stock those paints at an extra cost rather than use them. Also, when you buy in bulk, like you would if a color was the "standard" then you get a discount, which get passed in the form of no up charge.

[@cisa1622]

@@Gigitheefrenchie Bro . I think you relating a wholesale purchase by an individual with a business that ran 120 years. these are contracts more likely at a price of providing the paint( and these are not mini contracts). Harley has to speak about it more than Matt or Nick assuming things. I can only think the quality control argument on black color by Nick is naive.

[@BossMan302]

@@cisa1622seriously. The QC of ANY color should be impeccable when buying a new vehicle. It shouldn’t be well they might not see this blemish cause it’s white so let it go.

[@tommartin1223]

Thank you Matt and all your Laidlaw posse for all that you do!

[@MattLaidlaw]

We love doing it. Thanks for checking out the video.

[@GuruLiving4]

I actually love how Harley is diversifying their target market. It’s like they have all the modern technology with their historical nostalgic look. This is my favorite grey!

[@MattLaidlaw]

That's the main H-D Formula. Classic style and feel with modern tech.

[@carlbruhn1772]

The beauty of primer reminds me of the 1980's.

[@hexy514]

not a huge fan of the grey - it's like a primer colour, but IMO bikes just sell better in black, there is a reason why we have lots of black harley's out there they just look cool.

[@BradBouton-d9u]

This is how H-D saved money on their bikes now, paint it gray!!!

[@BradBouton-d9u]

That's why they cost $30,000 now to!!

[@BradBouton-d9u]

I'll stick with my '47 Knuckle and '57 Sportster!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, black Harleys look good. I think if you saw the Gray in person you'd change your mind though. It looks really nice and with the clear coat etc it definitely doesn't look like primer

[@simmon81au]

No one is forcing anyone to buy the grey just pay a few hundred dollars more and get black

[@rjcUrMaUrPa]

Thanks fellas! Matt and Nick do such a nice job and provide honest review and opinions. Upgrading from 2020 Iron883 to the Low Rider-S and this review is very helpful. Ride safely!!

[@krogersucks45]

A upcharge for a black bike!!!!!! That's just crazy !!!! You can try to explain it away... Harley just trying to gouge there customers again. Perfect example why I've only bought one new bike way back in 1995. F the company!!

[@Ridehighfxdb]

It’s the same bike with a different color. Wow how exciting.

[@Lee-cz7ht]

I love my 2023 LRS but HD should really upgrade the gauges on the softails and put satnav/gps in them like Indian have. I'm sure the Sportster S has the satnav in the Gauge, so why can't the LRS and other bikes??

[@thenashvillenightshow5119]

Nice video spot on. Gotta ‘23 Low Rider S three months ago. Already put 4K miles on it. Ride it all over Nashville. Fast smooth and nimble. I love it and get many compliments! Does have tons of accessories and am looking at doing just that in ‘24. So far I’ve gotta RAM phone grip-love it. Hand warmers and wind breakers-super nice! Next will be a step-up seat with sissy bar and a slightly larger fairing and a stage 1. This Summer throwing a stage IV. Fun bike!

[@dawnmathis2659]

Absolutely love all the grey colors. Keep them coming. 😎😎😎

[@GLHS592]

I never thought I'd own an H-D until recently. I was looking for a street oriented motorcycle and a friend told me to ride a Sportster. I bought a nice 2007 Sportster Low a few weeks ago. Now, I'm looking at Softails. I think I'm addicted. Now, if H-D would make a small offroad/ADV bike around 700-800cc... I passed on a heavily discounted Destroyer Gray Dodge Challenger 392 Shaker in late 2019. It looks to be a similar color as this base color for H-D. We jokingly refer to it as "gloss primer". I'm not a fan. I ended up buying a white Challenger 392 T/A. The black and white contrast is awesome. H-D needs more white bikes.

[@SmittyAZ]

I waited until I was 62 years old and bought my 1st one - a '23 fat bob. However, in 2011, I bought my 1st cruiser an '06 Victory Vegas and I added a new '12 Cross Country to do some longer 2-up touring. I used to call them my anti-Harleys. Now, my FB is my only cruiser amongst my current stable of 12 in different segments. (I've had about 30 in 42 years of riding.) BTW - How old are you and that primer color on cars, trucks and now bikes never 'grew' on you?

[@GLHS592]

@@SmittyAZ I started riding this year at 49 and I'm almost 50. When I was growing up, primer was for people who couldn't afford paint. I just don't care for the primer color even if it's glossy.

[@SmittyAZ]

@@GLHS592 I absolutely hated it. But now I see it and no longer want to puke. I still haven't bought anything in that color.

[@Officer-tl5st]

That ugly grey will ruin your day!😮

[@CraigSmith568]

For my taste I prefer the black over the gray. To me the gray just looks too much like primer. I like white, but I saw a LowRider ST in white and one in black and the black looked better. I think it may have been the gold colored wheels. Right now I have an 18 Heritage 114 anniversary edition. It would be hard to trade that one in.

[@MattLaidlaw]

It's a really nice color that I suppose you need to see in person to appreciate

[@BossMan302]

I agree, though I did really like the gunship grey a lot. The new billiard grey does look like primer big time to me too.

[@mas3292]

Great vlog Matt. Looking forward to the release of the '24 Touring models.

[@joeburr7537]

Nice spin. The surcharge isn't gone. It's now buried in the msrp! 😂

[@MattLaidlaw]

True! but at least it's more transparent

[@JA-zh5xi]

It’s the same thing when guys put tour packs on their street and road glides - they almost never come off again. Haha

[@MattLaidlaw]

Sooooo True. I slapped a tour pack on my Street Glide and that thing almost never comes off.

[@GONAVYCHIEF]

I have a 2024 Street Bob and it's awesome for my use. I'm not into riding distances over 200 miles but I do enjoy riding it a lot locally. As for as cost the MSRP was $18,400.00 in black. Not cheap. I do like the minimalistic sporty look. No bags and no windshield. i use a backpack.

[@easye7180]

The low rider s is definitely on my list, but I also I kind of prefer the Mad Max/wasteland look of the fat bob, especially that headlight. However, I'm one of those who can't wrap my head around the smaller 3.5 gal tank, having spent most of my time on an '06 Sportster with 4.5 gals. It may not be a big deal to someone who just rides in the city, or when riding in areas like the Ozarks or Black Hills where speed and wind aren't a factor and your mileage actually increases, but in Kansas when you start adding some bags and the constant wind, you won't come close to the stated fuel economy. It's about having that piece of mind that when you hit 100 miles you're not worried if you can make it another 30 to the next town. Probably one of the biggest reasons why I bought a GS for touring. I'm not saying I NEED 5 gals, but hey at least give me 4. Maybe I just need more convincing. You should do a video and see just how far can you go on 3.5 gals under different conditions.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Good point. Yea, definitely a use-case where you'd want to have the larger tank.

[@SmittyAZ]

You can read my full post 👆, but basically, without even trying, I can get 150 miles to a tank on my fat bob, after breaking in it. I live and ride in remote areas and I love my Italians and some of those sucker's low-level light come on around 100 miles. IF you ride them like THEY want to be ridden. Plus, the music they make at higher RPMs with especially with a pipe, is addictive. Ducs, Aprilia and MV Agustas are my reference points. I have to ride a distance to find the 'proper' roads.

[@kashanimous1711]

It'd be nice to see an updated tank design. It's classic, but it's been the same since 2020 on the LRS. A different option for wheels would be nice as well.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, I agree. Great tank logo but it's overdue for something new. Along with the wheels. Thanks for the comment

[@pmh1nic]

They did move the gauge from the tank to the bars.

[@kashanimous1711]

I was talking about paint lmao. Like a new painted design or tank badge. ​@@pmh1nic

[@bigjohnson9561]

Another great bike review! Keep up the the great work.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for watching

[@wellsbibo6175]

In a way I’m happy HD basically changed nothing about the bike. I bought a 23 model year earlier this year. Idk, not a fan of the grey but I’m also too OCD to have vivid black. Hence why I got the white sand Pearl. The white is sick!

[@mikeessary4925]

Matt and Nick... nicely done as always!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you sir

[@team_sixthree8956]

Cool I guess for new riders coming into the Harley world. I’m happy with my dyna. Great content Matt n nick

[@Maggieismydog]

Another great vid as always! Harley knows people prefer black so now they are charging more for it to increase their profit...

[@SEEKANDDESTROY717]

So no changes...not that any were necessarily needed but...trying to make the vivid black upcharge sound reasonable is absurd

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes, no mechanical changes. It did get a decent over-haul just 2 years ago though.

[@SEEKANDDESTROY717]

@@MattLaidlawNo doubt they're awesome, was looking at them but got a 23 Road Glide Special back in April instead and absolutely love it.

[@daemon9737]

Great stuff guys. Really enjoy your expert thoughts. Thus is a good series. Thanks!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. I appreciate the positive feedback. Thanks for checking it out.

[@BobsGarage1]

Great video. I’m a huge fan of black, so I’m not thrilled with the new pricing, but I’m not in the market so it doesn’t matter. My wife is 5’2” and loves blasting around on her 2020 Low Rider S. I see a lot of women riding this model.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Nice, 5'2 riding a Low Rider S good for her. Thanks for the comment

[@Pompomgrenade]

Oh hell yeah they're finally matching them to everyone's hair 😁

[@RevJay_Rides]

On the bronze wheels, I prefer the black. There are other bikes, such as the Softail Standard (and probably a few others) where I think I would prefer the billiard grey. I like having this option. It’s time for a change. I bought a black Low Rider S in ‘22. I liked it, but I do believe I should have waited for the ST which came out a month or so later after I bought the S. I wound up trading my S for a Pan Am. I like that, but I do believe I would have kept the ST and would not have wanted to trade that.

[@vancependleton8484]

At 32:14 - what brand of boots are those that Nick is wearing?

[@hoss6048]

I’m 6’1…I’ve test ridden a Low Rider..felt scrunched up. I’d need forwards and perhaps a different seat with handlebars to position myself comfortably. Is there that big a difference with the leaning clearance etc by putting forwards on that bike? The ST I’m assuming the same?

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

No big difference with the forwards in terms of lean angle

[@thomasosteen6027]

Not grey again. How about black with a chrome engine!

[@Vic_Von_Doom]

Is this a great choice for an entry bike for a beginner? Or should someone go towards a street bob or soft tail?

[@tennesseebound6597]

Really was hoping Harley was going to make a few improvements to the ST, and bring back the chrome version. Get ride of the clam shell bags and the bronze wheels, IMO the bike just has no pizzazz With the current options. I have the 2019 low rider standard in chrome, and the bike just pops, would really like to upgrade to the ST but the blacked out, bronze and clam shell bags keeps me from pulling the trigger. Am impressed with them adding some options that are now standard. Way to go Harley❤ nick I went back and watched your video of your 2018 low rider, I do really like your powder coated gloss black rims tho!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for sharing your opinion. Just curious, what don't you like about the bags on the ST? Do you not want bags at all? Or just don't like the clam shell style?

[@tennesseebound6597]

@@MattLaidlaw two reasons, but the main is the clam shell style, and really don’t care for the two sizes. Im actually about to put a set of Viking Baldur gloss black bags on my bike. I also have a BMW bike that has the clam shell bags, just don’t care for them. I think the touring style bags are awesome, Harley hit it outa the ball park with those. I know there are other options now with advent black making a bracket for touring bags, however I feel touring bags just look way to big on the softail models. Was really hoping Harley would’ve addressed this issue, I feel there have been many complaints per say towards the bags. Either change the exhaust so they can use the larger one with a top opening or just use the smaller one with a top opening and keep the dual stacked exhaust which I really like. Not sure how many there are to wish chrome would be back, I don’t understand why they cant just make it an option at least, custom order only if need be?

[@G0oNi.E]

With a 4 to 5k difference, it depends on your style. It’s the same bike. Many now are putting advanblack full size bags and fxrt fairings on them. Same exact bike, bigger fairing, bigger bags, (with exhaust change), saved 4 to 5 k.

[@marktatum2592]

There shouldn't be any imperfections on these bikes that the company can just paint over. Not for the prices that they like to charge. Quality Control on all bikes.

[@silkycherry]

The Street Bob is the better looking bike imo. I cant wait to see the 2024 model.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Street Bob is cool. It's good to know there is still a demand for the Street Bob in spite of the Low Rider S being so popular.

[@CoberBox1]

I’m not a huge Harley fan but this looks pretty sick in my opinion.

[@efeconker]

I am not feeling surprised anymore after putting cvo colour gunship grey to iron 883. Ppl paid hell amound of money then HD put that colour on the cheapest bike.

[@pmdinaz]

I was sad when they dropped the regular Low Rider. In the used market there was only a handful that weren't modified. I bought the Heritage instead. Loved it!!! Curious about the '24 model now.

[@Fast48-1]

Hey Matt, I love the bars on the Lowrider S! I'd like to get them (or something similar) for my 2019 48. May I ask what they're called? If they won't fit my bike, what is the next closest bar to it that will work? Thank you!!

[@carlbruhn1772]

Ah yea primer gray. Quite popular in the 1980's with every high school kid that couldn't afford a paint job. Myself included. Brilliant Harley Brilliant!😢

[@lekkerblankastudio]

i like the shark fin color. also the standard looks the best it’s been since it’s release

[@talkingrock7011]

It’s difficult to see a up charge on basic black , the billiard grey must be some really cheap paint

[@MattLaidlaw]

I'm not sure if it's reflective of H-D's true cost or not. The Billiard Gray looks nice though. I think the paint price thing is more of a pricing experiment.

[@joeburr7537]

They know 80% buy black so it's extra revenue for the moco.🙄

[@walterperez2777]

Great video! Would the lowrider s, be good for a beginner? Kind of sounds like it.

[@HarleyThrottleJuice]

Nice job guys, appreciated. I’m not a fan of the lighter grey, however I understand that HD need to diversify and offer different options where possible, which is a good thing.

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

I'm glad they are doing more than black and one other color finally! These are HD's most popular models, why would you only include 2 color options? Always seemed crazy to me.

[@simmon81au]

I've just started in bike sales at my local harley dealer here in Australia. Don't think I would of applied if it wasn't for your channel.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Best compliment of the day! Thank you and good luck with your H-D Career. Which dealership?

[@simmon81au]

​@@MattLaidlawHarley-Heaven Dandenong. It's SE of Melbourne city. Was looking for a career change at 42yo to get out of manufacturing. Also bought a Twisted Cherry 2018 Street Glide Special from there back in 2018 after watching your video on buying your white one

[@davidmccall4776]

I had a gray 77 Lowrider, which was the first year of the model, and they're more popular now than back then. Seeya. ☮✌

[@JOEBOWERY]

Traction control is a thing for the Low Rider S? What dang hard to keep up, pretty sure the ‘22 did not. I test ride gently however remember the back tire moving sideways a bit :)

[@pwokaren]

Like the Low Rider S a lot. Matt, it would be so good if your merch could ship to Australia. The new t-shirts are really cool 😎 🇦🇺

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. The main problem is the cost of shipping I just don't feel right about charging someone 80 bucks for shipping for a teeshirt. OR whatever the price would be. I'll keep looking into it

[@shadwox9808]

I wanted to buy a Low Rider S here in Canada its around 24k but i had a deal on a Triumph Rocket 3 GT around the same price as the Low Rider S i coudnt say no the Rocket have more power 2500cc or in Harley number 153 cubic inches 167 hp and 163 ft- of torque right out the box so i bought it still the Low Rider S look cool very nice bike maybe one day i buy one but for now its the Rocket baby.

[@ChowTY42]

Yeah I’d probably make that same decision haha what a fast bike. Mean machine. Nice purchase! Dream bike one day

[@simong.4393]

Do you know it traction control can be retrofitted to 22 or 23 Low Rider STs? Great informative video btw!

[@lummoxoverlandadventures1072]

Sounds like the half-assed traction control just ruins burnouts. Hopefully it can be disabled. Don't need the abs either. I'm in the market for one of these was planning on the 24 model year, but the upcharge for black and all the unnecessary rider aids has me looking for a 23 now. See you guys soon!

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

It can be disabled by holding the traction control button.

[@colinoz]

So, 32 minutes to tell us the Lowrider S has a new colour and is now charging extra for black?

[@daveyadams6970]

Great video. Needs an color tft gauge like the Nightster. Time to upgrade .

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

I’m kinda on the fence for that one, even nice tfts will pretty quickly age. A traditional gauge is more timeless than something digital. The one on the sporty s is nice, but how long will it look high tech? I get it in the revmax platform as that is a high tech motor. I think I would rather they do that on the fat Bob, combined with electronic suspension, VVT, and RDRS that would be epic!

[@bomimo230]

Great video Matt and Nick - very much looking forward to your coverage of the rest of the 2024 lineup. One question - why doesn’t Harley upgrade the tach/speedo on the Low Rider ST to match the one on the S? While it works on the Street Bob and Breakout, I don’t think the minimalist look is a good fit for the Low Rider ST.

[@SpeedyLex21]

I’m looking to owning my first ever cruiser coming from owning sports bikes my whole life Can’t wait for 2025 😎

[@Jonathan-L]

I wonder if the H-D factory's cost of different colored paint varies from their supplier? If not, then they shouldn't charge the customer a premium fee.

[@josephmirigliano8728]

Awesome review always enjoy watching ride safe and enjoy

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Joseph. We appreciate the comment.

[@1993Gold]

The billiard grey looks better by it self then the 2 tone with the red imo.

[@BadBlue32]

Curious to know the age demographic that’s purchasing the Lowrider S & ST? I’m also curious about your comment @mattlaidlaw about the Softail chassis having a better stock suspension than the touring chassis. If so, why do we see so few Heritage Softail on the road doing long hauls? I feel like literally every Harley I see on the Hwy is a SG or RG. Some RK’s. Seems like the Heritage would be a good touring option without a touring chassis, no?

[@PerfectMalf]

Happy birthday Alpha, yall need to just have a big birthday bash!

[@pierovultaggio6227]

Thanks Matt for the valuable information, so also for Italy🤌 there will be cruise control included and the bright black will be paid for. I want to leave my Dyna Wide Glide for the 2024 Low Rider S. And I will.😃.It will be my future Ciao!!!!!💪

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for watching! Riding a Low Rider S in Italy must be a dream. Hit up Amalfi Coast for me.

[@pierovultaggio6227]

Great I am waiting for you😎🤠@@MattLaidlaw

[@ek5150]

The grey looks good with black trim but is horrible with chrome, and its really a slap in the face to up charge for Black paint or really any single color paint in my opinion, some fancy two tone or pearl is understandable but its really disappointing. But if they changed the base color every year would be kind of cool

[@Jim_Berry]

I don’t know how or why you would think it’s a slap in the face. Do you know how the cost compares between the two colors for HD?

[@Bluecollarguy87]

Come on Harley. You keep it the same and jack the price up that much???? What happened to Harley being a blue collar worker company. I’m a plumber and a father of three boys and wish I could get a Harley but nope no can do. 20k is just to much. Why can’t Harley be like Indian and keep a lot of their bike prices the same. Come on Harley stop going that deep into the American peoples pockets. Can’t you understand that Americans have it hard enough right now to jack the prices up almost 2k!!! Smh

[@nhzxboi]

That gray is probably a lot more paint-swirl friendly than the black. I'm afraid to lay a finger on my dusty black 2023 for fear of swirl marks. Gonna wait until Spring and rinse and wash and ceramic coat the thing before any more riding. Swirl marks suck! Is my 2023 black model worth more now? Realistically, there is really no that much paint on the bike...2 fender, a tank and a bikini front.

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

A lighter color like this grey, and especially ones with some pearl, hold up much better than black. HD's paint does have lots of clear on it though, so an afternoon with a rubbing compound can easily bring back a bike. But with Black, the second you look at it wrong again it will be swirled haha!

[@indianbill3123]

Love the new grey paint….anything is better than the old black on black on black….. Plus i love my Midnight Crimson Road King.

[@farrish11]

I had a midnight crimson FXLRS from 2021 - best color ever

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

HD forgot to paint the side covers. Come on Man !!!!!! 🤘⚡️🤘✨✨✨✨✨

[@MattLaidlaw]

Haha! It's a Faux Oil Pan. Oil pans stay black Dave

[@vasu925]

Really appreciate the insights and reviews. Sounds like for people that cruise a few days now and then, the 2024 softtail may be a better all around bike than the RG. What if the 2024 RG gets the new suspension of the 2023 CVOs? Hmmm

[@atcjoe1600]

How much for un-painted ?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Not available.

[@jmsmikey]

Hey Matt I've got a quick question that you have probably never heard before. The Low Rider S is the right bike for me, but I absolutely LOVE the smaller look of the Street Bob. From the saddle just being able to see the engine poking out the sides & is magical to me & I love the simple single center mounted fuel cap. I just runaround town in Las Vegas so I don't need big range. Could a Street Bob tank fit on a Low Rider S? Thank you & after I get my bike you can use it anytime you want when you Visit Las Vegas.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Hi 👋🏼. I’m not sure there is a question I haven’t heard before when it comes to HD. Yes you can do that! It’s costly though. With the price of the painted tank and professionally installed, be prepared to spend 4,000-5,000 to do that modification. I appreciate the offer as well. Good luck on the bike.

[@ryanwellz7423]

does it come with new oval port heads?

[@MattLaidlaw]

No it doesn’t.

[@justine2520]

I have 2015 pearl white and blue. I like this ❤

[@joewolfe642]

What i would really like to see is more color options like we used to have. I remember being able to have 4 or 5 different color choices on just about every bike...

[@adammorgan7874]

I wanted Billiard gray on my LRST but I had to get black or wait a few months. 😒 oh well I guess I’ll just have to paint it.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Did you buy a 2023?

[@adammorgan7874]

@@MattLaidlaw Yes I got a 2023. I didn’t really want a white sand Pearl. They said they could get a 22 with Billiard/gunship gray but it could take a while. I wasn’t too upset about it because I was just thrilled to get it at all. Lol

[@simmon81au]

Someone will buy a new one that will want to swap tins with your black

[@lostsoul3154]

Would like to hear it startup and idle.

[@Tom1812]

Really don’t understand why the won’t put the sportster s gauge on the lowrider s/st. Same style but with all the modern benefits

[@RyandKyHarleyGuys]

New color is Hardddddd!

[@CactusJack252]

Even though I have an iron 1200 I can say the 3.3 gallon tank is plently. I commute 120 miles round trip three days a week and run 70mph for 110 of those miles. I average 2.5 gallons of gas everyday I commute on my bike. The street bob will do just fine. Even when I had a touring bike, I would go 100 miles, stop, stretch, piss, and fill up. I know not everyone will do the same.

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

I’d say the Road Glide is the real club bike. Can ride them for stupid long distances at high speed in all weather. Not all of us live in Cali where it’s beautiful year round. Road glide so well balanced and handles very well for riding in tight formation. I’ll wait for the hater comments for this comment. *LRST is up there too as a great club bike

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for the comment. I think "Club Bike" gets thrown around too often. So I guess it depends on your definition of "Club Bike". The origin actually comes from the actual club riders who mostly rode FXRs and Dynas. Then added things like the Quarter fairings, taller rear shocks, leather pro bags, etc. So in this context some may argue a bagger will never be more "Club Style" than a Low Rider S. I agree in a sense that a lot of guys with the same style and frame of mind (who sometimes do ride serious miles in a club) get the road glide and so by a different definition you can be 100% on the money.

[@Wes.jumpss]

It’s time to include a smart gauge like Indian is.

[@MattLaidlaw]

What’s a smart gauge ?

[@matthewdeancole]

How does the Indian Sport Chief compare?

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

Not favorably in most categories. Its heavier (despite a 4 gallon tank vs 5 for the Low Rider), makes less power, has less suspension travel, less lean angle, and is going to have much less P&A available, especially in the aftermarket. It seems to be roughly the same price, I can't find on Indian's website what the charge for frieght is or what their surcharge is (if they still have one). But its 20k MSRP with ABS standard, so thats basically the same or slightly more than a 2023 model Low Rider S. The Indian does have ride modes, but without electronic suspension I find that basically just means that you have a rain mode. Which is nice, but hardly worth taking the hit in all the other categories.

[@JA-zh5xi]

I’ve always liked the bike, but the color might already be getting played out.

[@MyDyerMaker]

Glossy primer. I don't get the appeal of it, especially since so many vehicles are that color.

[@Beezy191]

What Leather riding jacket are you wearing?

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

I think there are clips with me wearing at least two different ones. The brown one is an alpinestars crazy eight, and the orange one is an HD jacket that embarassingly I don't remember the name of. Sorry!

[@dmcharley64]

Just a badass bike...

[@jimscarnivorekitchen4731]

People I talk to seem to disagree with you about the grey color.

[@D-doggy77]

Are these good bikes for commuting?

[@joshtolland6210]

Great job guys. Definitely getting one

[@MattLaidlaw]

Nice man. Enjoy.

[@francescopierucci2697]

How come they don't solve the brake pedal problem. Is it that hard to raise it just a little?

[@MattLaidlaw]

Brake pedal problem? I'm not aware of any problem. Is it a personal adjustment preference that's unique to your ergonomics?

[@francescopierucci2697]

@MattLaidlaw hi, too low at the level of the floorboards. And too "close" to the bike. Try to install a forward control and ride with the stock air filter. Impossible, There are plenty of aftermarket solutions for the mid control. so far I couldn't find anything about forward (forgive my English, not my native language 😀)

[@mrm834]

​@francescopierucci2697 I put forward controls on my 23 low rider s. I know what your referring to and you can raise the brake lever eaily yourself. Look for videos on it. You will bump against rhe snorkel air filter. I will be changing mine out to a low profile S&S when I do my exhaust. Unfortunately it feels like and endless expensive list.

[@tonybrito1401]

I'M hoping Harley will come out with a flat Grey and name it BATTLESHIP GREY . ALL the dudes in my area were a lil disappointed with the GUNSHIP GREY being so glossy. If harley is goin to do military named paints they gotta keep it the flat military colors. All the service men and people who respect our military will live those flat military colors. For instance I bought a IRON 883 just cus the DEADWOOD GREEN was close to an O.D. GREEN . Now iF it were that FLAT O.D. GREEN it would've been spot on . There is a large demand for those military colors. It'll help with sales most definitely, harley should either try it or ask the community. THERES ALOT OF FANS OF THE FLAT MILITARY COLORS. THE MARINE COLORS IS ANOTHER COLOR THAT NEVER GETS ANY RECOGNITION WHAT SO EVER, PERIODE . IT BE A WIN . COME ON HARLEY GIVE US WHAT WE WANT FOR ONCE , LISTEN TO YOUR CLIENTEL. IT'LL DRAW IN A HUGE DEMAND.

[@MattLaidlaw]

So would you like a Denim Gunship grey? Thanks for the comment by the way and thank you to all the military personnel who serve

[@lexustech48]

Sounds like a cheap way to add more to Shoe Boy's compensation package. Charging for black... what a crock of bullshit. This will be one of many reasons in the future we look back and pinpoint where Harley fucked up. Glad I have my Road Glide in black that I didnt get charged extra for.

[@GuyWebb-z7t]

Looks like primary grade

[@alex2012fxlfb]

Hey fellas, the Bluetooth issue is more than likely that his phone and headset have a different code to what was installed at the time of manufactoring and that’s why it doesn’t talk to them, everyone knows the factory seat are rubbish,even Matt Laidlaw says it, I’ve never known any vehicle to come out of a factory with propper suspension other than a Ferrari. At the end of the day it’s a nice bike. Alex

[@alexred09]

It’s ridiculous when you check out the website see an MSRP and then go in a dealership and the prices turn out to be wayyyyy jacked up. I don’t want to hear well it has this and that and bunch of hidden costs it just really ticks me off, I just turn around and walk out, Harley name or not.

[@Joseph-wh5of]

I have never thought that the 3.5 gas tank is a problem. As mentioned in the video, after 120 or 130 miles, most people stop for a break anyway. Just refuel then.

[@markmcintosh7095]

I bought the gray color when I bought my 2022 Low Rider st. I don't think it's going to effect sales.

[@garyvoll4103]

I would call that primer grey......& really HD ur going to charge more for black??!!🤑😖😡

[@heathwest3718]

The grays to me especially blend in with the interstates and highways. I don't understand the black upcharge. Does that mean that we're gonna see gray bikes everywhere instead of blacks? I think the midnight crimson is the best color so far for the low rider s. General motors can't get white paint to stick to their trucks even after all these years.

[@richardcasey7521]

Billiard grey? Looks like base primer grey. Wet sand it and get it painted by a custom paint shop.