2024 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S Review | Huge, Heavy, LOUD!

[@D-doggy77]

This bike is sick! Picking up my new FXLRS at the end of the month. Can’t fkn wait.

[@BikeMatters]

That’s awesome, Can’t wait to hear more about it when you get it. Enjoy the ride and keep us posted!

[@D-doggy77]

Got it on Friday, it’s savage with a stage 4 kit. More power than I’ll ever need but so much fun. Freakin love it!

[@AdamForeman]

Alex, just another thing to remember about buying a Harley Davidson right now is that with the recent news of manufacturing of certain models in Thailand, I have seen a lot of Harley owners up in arms and stating that they won't buy any new bikes. Some have cancelled their orders, which is a bit of an over the top reaction to this news, whilst others are considering selling their bikes and buying Indian instead. So the question is, will we see a price crash in the coming months - years? Is it worth buying new? Or simply wait it out?

[@MHeadroom]

I think you’re right. In the Australian market the last of the American built and assembled models were 2021 softails. 2022 models and beyond all assembled in Thailand. I have a 2021 model assembled in York Pennsylvania (VIN code confirms assembly plant). Spoke to a guy the other day at a roadside who had a 2023 Fat Boy and his jaw dropped when he realised his bike was assembled in Thailand.

[@LooxJJ]

@@MHeadroom Only 3 Models: Sportster / Nightster / and some of Pan America (destined for Asian/Australia market) are made in Thailand. Having said that Thailand has been the hub of all Japanese motor industry (including all 4 motorcycle makers) part and OEM manufacturer for the last 30 years. In Asia, it is agreed that Thailand has the highest quality manufacturing support infrastructure outside of Japan and S. Korea.

[@breakfast00club..11]

Love this bike

[@BikeMatters]

It is a beauty!

[@fatbobchronicles6125]

Once had my fatbob role off the stand… I’m still not over it.

[@BikeMatters]

Oof, Did it take any serious damage, or did you manage to save it in time?

[@Zulutime44]

This is pretty much my dream bike (one of these days). Beyond the pipes, my additional modifications will be: S&S 475 cam kit, a dyno tune with high end tuner-box, a tractor type main seat on chrome springs, a comfy rear seat pad, a low sissy bar from HD, different bars to fit my body. I wiould remove that ugly cowl and set up a big removable, transparent windshield.

[@Schleberger]

Just get a Softail Standard for that lame ass build. Don't ruin a LRS with that boomer type shit.

[@Zulutime44]

@@Schleberger - "Boomer-type shit" is just what the doctor ordered for this old fogey. Customized motorcycles naturally reflect the owner's vision, which usually draws from one's youthful experiences. In my case, that's So Cal moto culture of the 1960s.

[@sailingzigzags6511]

Buy it used next year for 13k with all the goodies added for you

[@milossimicsimo]

Hey man, how tall are you? Was it comfortable with mid controls or would it be better to switch to forward controls? And also, what helmet do you use it looks sick :D. Thanks! Good video!!

[@BikeMatters]

Hello! I'm 6 foot 3, and I was perfectly comfortable happy with the mid controls, personally prefer them to feet-forward. Helmet is a Ruroc Atlas 4 in carbon - they get a bit of stick but I love it. Cheers mate!

[@milossimicsimo]

@@BikeMatters Thanks man! I'm thinking about getting one of these, well since I'm almost the same height I'm little bit limited what bike can I get :D. Well I guess as long as you respect the bike and it's power you should be ok. But I'm thinking to get forwards, but I must try it in person. Thanks on the replay!! Great content!!

[@BikeMatters]

Give it a try if you can, I think you'll be happy on it! Appreciate it mate, thank you for the kind words.

[@milossimicsimo]

@@BikeMatters I will!! No thank you for taking actual time to response to my questions!!

[@AdamForeman]

£24k? That's a lot of money just because you're buying a Harley Davidson. There's a lot of other bikes on my wishlist that cost either the same or less. I'd take the Ducati Diavel V4 over this any day

[@BikeMatters]

Totally get where you're coming from. £24k is a lot, and you're paying for the Harley name too. The Ducati Diavel V4 is an awesome option with great performance, definitely hard to argue against that!

[@MHeadroom]

It would be the quintessential HD classic, had it been made with a tank-mounted analog display. Too much black out for my liking.

[@BikeMatters]

Yes, a tank-mounted analogue monitor would have captured that old HD vibe. The blackout look isn't for everyone; sometimes less is more when it comes to capturing classic style!

[@Focal_Paradox]

At £20K+, it's a moot point.

[@Maggieismydog]

Your comments are obviously uneducated. Good review and awesome machine. Craps on the scout and chief.

[@marvelharris9540]

This bike is not "heavy" its a little over 600lbs.. whats the big deal?

[@davincho1111]

Is European heavy 😅 not American heavy

[@BikeMatters]

True, 600 lbs isn't crazy for a cruiser, but for some riders, especially those new to heavier bikes, it can still feel like a lot. It all depends on what you’re used to!

[@davincho1111]

@@BikeMatters exactly, if you are used to riding American cruisers 600 pounds is nothing

[@reaperrogue7205]

I own a 24 and feels comfortable and not really heavy i love the bike

[@thecappy]

I went from a Triumph Speed Twin to a low rider s and yes it’s heavy compared to European bikes. It’s only light for a Harley.

[@vincentdavidson755]

Wear leather pants chaps to protect from heat 😐🏝️

[@BikeMatters]

Could be a solution... but a brave solution! 😂

[@vincentdavidson755]

@@BikeMatters lots of people wear leather chaps if u do alot of riding

[@chawnslopoke2619]

Best of Harley Davidson is memories pf the past. Go woke go broke

[@dominiquedrozak3723]

i ride a fckhd....3k quids...

[@NYCZ31]

for 24,000 pounds I would say that this bike is a poor value. Bike itself is great, just not at that price. Considering what else you could get for 24K, it doesn't compare favorably unless you have some special need to buy a Harley

[@Shah_creates]

Americans have it much better. $20K USD, which is like 25% cheaper than in the UK

[@miguelramirez644]

👍🏽

[@patricksandeberg8184]

HD have added abs just because they wouldn’t be able to sell any bike in Europe otherwise. But you still only have a single disk up front. Tech wise you pay a hell of a lot for an 00’s Japanese cruiser basically. You don’t get any tech on HD’s because they are trying to maximise their profits. They could just have given us the Bronx. And that bike would have been their most sold bike the around the globe. 🌍

[@metalmystic6214]

The FXLRS has twin disk brakes in front. They also have traction control along with the usual ABS.

[@mr.b3168]

Jap bikes are plastic

[@kensol2579]

what are you waffling about, the bike has twin discs lol

[@BikeMatters]

That is a good point about the tech and pricing. ABS is essential for Europe, but the single disk and lack of features feel dated for the price.

[@patricksandeberg8184]

@@kensol2579 Yes this HD has. And the Electra. Look at the others 🤙🏾. But the bobber beast, breakout and nightster don’t. And they are newer bikes.

[@kfiedl3600]

It puts you in a Squatty Potty riding position and that engine is weaker than the Victory 106. No, just no.

[@BikeMatters]

Interesting take! The riding position definitely isn't for everyone, but a lot of riders appreciate the ergonomics for long trips. As for the engine, while it might not have the brute force of the Victory 106, it's designed for a different kind of ride-more smooth cruising than raw power. But hey, every bike has its strengths depending on what you’re looking for!

[@GaryFÓBrien]

Indian Scout Rogue (still available though now ‘Sport’) over this. HD going ‘woke’ I’ve heard 🙄

[@metalmystic6214]

Old dudes complaining about HD being “woke”. All I see is a bunch of wrinkly snowflakes crying.

[@mr.b3168]

You can't even explain the woke part. You're just repeating what you heard

[@Helmigurt]

The Low Rider S is in a completely different league than the Scout.

[@GaryFÓBrien]

@@Helmigurt yes. Much more of a rip off

[@Helmigurt]

@@GaryFÓBrienThe much more comparable Sport Chief is down on power and torque and costs the same. The Scout range is more suited to match with the Nightster and Sportster S.

[@nolliekwakie712]

love this bike