Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST vs Low Rider S (Comparison!)

[@BlockheadMoto]

Which would you all choose, the Low Rider S or Low Rider ST? Drop a comment, let us know! (also... if you're not subbed, hit that subscribe button, dang!)

[@joshdavies7084]

ST all day

[@BabyShark918]

I ride the ST and LOOOOOVVVVEEEEEE it

[@thurmy_]

I bought an ST so I’m biased but can’t beat having bags and wind protection

[@Wolfpak765]

ST and I would totally switch to BaggerBro’s dual gauge set up. I HATE that single digital gauge and I hate not having a tach.

[@ronnytavarez1140]

Loveee my ST

[@devinlacasse5438]

My first bike was a 2020 Iron 1200, A few months into riding I came across this channel and fell in love with the Low Rider S. Fast forward three years later and I picked up my dream bike, the 2022 Low Rider S in Gunship Grey and have not regretted it once!

[@nrgrlsd9931]

I bought the st. I've ridden a s. The reason I bought the st was because I got saddlebags and fairing for about $2000 more. It seemed like a good deal. And then I learned the saddlebags don't hold much and now I want leather pros. And the fairing works ok but now I want the fxrt fairing because it offers more wind protection and you can add an infotainment unit and speakers. That's about another $4000 so yeah. If I had it to do over again, knowing what I know now, I'd get the S and build the bike I want.........like I'ma do now for $6000 more instead of $4000. 😊

[@supersteve7302]

That’s what I did with my S, leather pros and FXRp fairing

[@cusaris6185]

⁠@@supersteve7302what faring did you go with? I’m in the market for 2023 low rider S faring

[@supersteve7302]

@@cusaris6185 I went with the Klock werks fairing. I think it comes with the best hardware and there is no trimming the fairing, it’s already made for your specific bike

[@director2bob]

Thanks for the great advice. I was going to purchase a ST but prefer leather bags so going to go with the S,

[@cpt.gwyndolin8665]

Could you save money on this deal if you got a used lowrider s?

[@CarasDad-and-a-Motorcycle]

The key for me was the gauge on the S which is way better than the tiny digital gauge on the ST. I also prefer soft bags (Leatherpros). AND, here in the Seattle area, the ST was 4K more. I love my S in sand white pearl. Best purchase ever.

[@WitheBusiness]

Oh yee the gage on ST digital gage is crap had it on my street Bob okay for baby chopper like that but not what you would want for this kind money. And that gage is Vin locked you void any warranty with out legal mileage oem gage game changer

[@WitheBusiness]

Agree lot S is great I use for work ever day 30miles in bumper to bumber every day and fly right through it don't think could be as fast in traffic st faring for sure my street glide gets me stuck between cars. Having edward richi make me custom detach sissy luggage just for my lunch.

[@charlesgru8978]

I've a friend who got a LR-S and did the opposite; he got the smaller gauge. I've a club brother who got an LR-ST & wants the bigger gauge, we're thinking of trading.

[@chrissmith7669]

I am looking for a tach I can mount over the tiny digital but it’s not a must. I don’t usually look down that often anyway.

[@markmcintosh7095]

I bought the 2022 Low Rider St. New and love it. I put a tall boy seat and a taller windshield plus 15" rotors on the front. The motor has enough power for me. The 15" rotors make a big improvement on braking.

[@urbanadventurer5]

Awesome review, thanks. The Advanblack ST fairing balances things out here to me. Both are awesome options now depending on what gauges and bags you prefer.

[@That_LowriderSt_Guy]

I come from a FXDX and recently bought the ST. Love it for crushing miles on a sporty mini bagger!

[@adammorgan7874]

I love my Low Rider ST. I didn’t want a touring frame bike and I didn’t want to carry a backpack. This was the absolute perfect in between for me.

[@voidhawk2555]

I tried both, and while I love the look of the ST fairing I felt there was too much wind buffeting for me at 6'2''. Ended up going with an S as a '23 run-out deal, $7000 under what I would have payed for a '23 ST (danish prices...). And I LOVE the analog tacho on the S.

[@zerodivider4333]

I started with a 2020 Lowrider S. Im on a 2023 ST now. I love it.

[@20FootBurmessePython]

How is the wind in comparison?

[@fazer2747]

The sales guy at Harley told me the st is easier to maneuver. Is that accurate?

[@Shah_creates]

@@fazer2747 Why woudl that be? Heard ST sits a little higher.

[@fazer2747]

@@Shah_creates I’m not actually sure. I don’t think the sales guy knew what he was talking about 🤣.

[@ethangonzalez8472]

I would go for the ST (if I had the money…) such a comfortable ride. Yeah I would change out the gauges right away but man what a bike. Just wish I could afford one right now

[@vmotobiker]

Crazy how tastes vary. I'm so into the FXLRS clubstyle. Cool video looking forward to your buds build.

[@kevinallen1979]

Wise choice! I love my ST

[@wellsbibo6175]

If you do longer rides, get the ST. If not, LRS. I don’t see much of a difference but $4K more for a fixed fairing and bags.

[@adventuresofkeyfob9849]

I love my lowrider ST. Went from the fxfb. I love it ! Pegs need to be extended forward. New grips.... I think that's about all.... said no one.

[@FlipandTheBlueMule]

I APPRECIATE THIS... 65yo broke my back in 2018.... wanting to trade the Mule (17 Streetglide) for a Lowrider....

[@pmh1nic]

I'm 5'6" and had to change out the bars on my 2022 Lowrider S to make it a comfortable ride. Twelve inch apehangers put them in the perfect position. The stock fairing wind noise is pretty significant to the point that above 60 mph I couldn't hear my stereo. I went with the Advanblack color matched fairing which cut down the wind noise significantly and the color match was perfect.

[@wingerm1]

Bought my Road Glide from Seminole in ‘16. Best dealership experience that I can remember. I’ll head their way again in 3 or 4 years when it’s time to upgrade.

[@nhzxboi]

Coming from a YZFR1 to a Low Rider S,(2 months ago) my question is wind? What wind? I don't feel any wind. Forget the fairing, get the bags. I sense some inexperience here.

[@Airsoft1199]

I ride my bike back and fourth to work weather permitting, all highway for about 45 minutes. Cruising speed with traffic is usually between 75-80, my LRS without a fairing gets to start hurting my back from leaning into the wind. Only longer trips at higher speed are when I have issues. I have an st fairing from advan black on the way

[@kanakamaoli22]

@@Airsoft1199did you get your fairing yet? I ordered mine 2 weeks ago. Just wondering how long the wait is realistically.

[@a1cdoddy]

After I found out about the Rockford Fosgate system the ST I was sold on the ST, I just had it installed on mine and it’s incredible.

[@spacebear49]

Regarding the dealers, their attitude can make or break a sale / customer. I've been to some that I would just go hang out on the weekend and shoot the breeze. Very low pressure. That's the dealer I'd buy from. The high pressure places you couldn't force me into again.

[@zackadams419]

Love that ST. The different sized saddlebags would drive me crazy though.

[@Jose-fo1xo]

I would have to go with the Lowrider S. I’m just not a fan of that big faring. I actually miss your OG Lowrider S.

[@robertholland7558]

Agreed.

[@haneymoto]

Good to see Bertini back on the channel. My choice would be whatever Michael chooses after the build is done.

[@huntermees5151]

@blockheadmoto would you say you felt a noticeable difference between the memphis shades fairing and the ST fairing? Please explain your answer. Im looking tofollow your lead and ditch the softail quarter fairing with taller windshield for the ST fairing.

[@chrissmith7669]

I have the ST and will agree the bags are very small capacity. I use them for my laptop, thermal mug, and lunch and there’s almost no space left for my rain gear. I am thinking of looking for a matching hard bag big enough to store a helmet during work.

[@joeplem5329]

ST no question, imo the best looking Harley they make right now!!!

[@JayBirdyo]

I love my ST very much, and mine is white too. What came down to it, I wanted the fairing badly, didn't want the risk of not getting it, and then finally paying a lot to get it paint matched. The bags are awesome but I'm already getting chopped bags from nasty hogs (so great they color match). I test drove the S and road glide ST, put in an order for ST immediately after.

[@BlockheadMoto]

Hope you used our link for Nasty Hogs to get that discount! Their bags are good, been running them for awhile and no issues 👍

[@WitheBusiness]

Yea white looks best for St, S looks good in White too, my S is black

[@naythanjones2320]

I'd buy your st bags

[@JayBirdyo]

@@naythanjones2320 located east coast?

[@SomeWheelsRequired]

Both are great bikes and it's definitely all about personal preference. Ive always slightly preferred the dxt look over the rt look, but thats likely because the Dyna scene was my introduction to "performance" esque Harleys. While I think Harley knocked the ST fairing out of the park, I still love my fxlrs and have no plans of getting rid of it.

[@jimanders9971]

Both are average bikes that the Triumph Rocket3 easily bests in every matrix. Sorry harley dudes. The bikes are torque monsters? Lolololol, how cute

[@SomeWheelsRequired]

@@jimanders9971 ok

[@jasperduncan6633]

ST stand out bike in Harley’s range, if I wasn’t heavily invested in a sport-glide. I’d buy one tomorrow. Another great video

[@jirvin3170]

I'm partial to the lowrider s, but the lowrider s I've been riding it's not normal. It's actually just like goldzilla. Mom won the shadetree surgeon FA lowrider S, so I love ripping around the 131 with the clam shell fairing

[@JadenD-m5l]

So I picked black. I do love black. I did 2 washes and I have swirl marks and scratches everywhere… I used micro fibers and all. I used Meguiars wax and it barley helped. Any hints to keep my bike looking like it came off the showroom floor? Or post a video on how you detail your hogs?

[@D-doggy77]

Fck that sucks, I’m getting one next year and that would do my head in.

[@SonOfKimo]

Farings have been growing on me lately. So I think I might have to go with the ST

[@mrmatt7210]

$4000 difference? I would choose the Lowrider S and in the future add a set of Overwatch bags ($775) and a larger shield / 1/4 fairing.

[@adrianlazaroroman]

This video felt like the old times videos! I enjoyed it a lot!! I would go with the ST probably. Unless the S was clubstyle built

[@gregbryant3388]

Great demo video! Your Seminole Harley demo videos were instrumental for me to buy my Fat Boy two years ago. More please! Like you said, ride them first to decide what you like. If you get a chance, go to a Harley Demo Days and try them all. I've done that twice now and still walked away knowing that the Fat Boy is what works for me best.

[@tonyheymunkets]

It's pretty much a No brainer I would take the ST. I am curious about the price difference also I would put the speakers in the fairing I love to irritate people with my music I'm a punk

[@JMKGarage]

The ST for me… but I don’t even own a Harley, so I’d even be happy to start on a sporty iron.

[@KDad514]

Plan on doing this same seat time comparison next spring so this video just confirmed that I need to get on both of these bikes.

[@drillsgtjesus3191]

I appreciate coming across this video as these are the 2 models I am looking at for my first. As a Central FL dweller, I will be sure to head the Sanford shop!

[@devinlamberty4604]

Definitely the ST. I bought my Low Rider S from Paul at Seminole Harley! Had it for a year, then traded it for a Low Rider ST. BIG BIG difference. I can take corners better on the ST, more confidence when accelerating fast, and obviously good storage. My back would get fatigued and sore on longer rides because you fight the wind on your chest with the Low Rider S. I drove the ST from Orlando to Miami no back problem

[@matosik7010]

Which low rider s did you have?

[@devinlamberty4604]

@@matosik7010I had a 2022 S. And now have a 2023 ST

[@matosik7010]

Ok Thank you. Iam still wondering if i will buy S or St next spring. I never ride harley, i rode my Honda Shadow 750 so Iam curious How diference in position it’l be. the difference in performance is not worth mentioning xd

[@devinlamberty4604]

@@matosik7010 it’s worth it man. Just pay the extra money and get the ST. You’ll regret getting the S. Especially if you’re coming from a metric bike.

[@matosik7010]

Ok thanks dude!@@devinlamberty4604

[@billyfinch7341]

I bought a new Lowrider S last year, being a chopper rider for about three decades I had an aversion for fairings so I chose the S over the ST, and living on an island , however and I have to admit some the fairings now days look pretty cool, I am looking at risers and Memphis shades road warrior, taller risers look funny with the stock fairing, I would make the same choice if I had to do it all over again

[@WitheBusiness]

Put 12 factory 47 pull back or straight gives that old school cholo vibe. The road warrior is the best had one on my street Bob with out it street Bob is Worthless to ride. But I live at 90 on my S with baby fairing I'm 60 years old and brother won't give up the vibe for small chill.

[@billyfinch7341]

Appreciate the feedback@@WitheBusiness

[@tvd1188]

I test rode both, then rode the pan am.. walked out with the pan am! So much more comfortable and waaay faster.

[@thomasb53]

Bros!! I totally want a road guild and I stopped by Bert’s Black Widow and talked with a salesman and sat on the ST and after seeing this review I’m totally torn! Thanks for the adding to the grief of choices 😂

[@molckbradley]

I've been researching between these 2 or a road glide for next year, I plan to ride alot so I'm thinking the ST for comfort, plus the bags for storage and the wife will occasionally ride with which is also why I am considering the road glide, really love the look of the road glide cvo st though also but that price tag 😮

[@Starship007]

I love my Cardo sound system. I do not need the extra weight of a 1990’s boom box. Audio system quickly dates the bike vs not being there. Remember the 8 track, then cassette, etc.

[@warbanzi]

Being of short stature I went with a 2023 S to replace my Nightrod as I like the mid controls over the forward.

[@jeffray3358]

Might be a dumb question but could you explain what the vin lock on the fairing bracket means? Couldn't you just fab your own bracket?

[@FXLRS]

I bought the FXLRS in March 2022, months before the ST showed up to the scene. First year put Memphis shades road warrior fairing and viking hard bags (stallion XL), then stage 2’d it, glad I built my own, don’t like those clam shells of two different sizes

[@aaron.black107]

At 6ft I tried a low rider st and felt scrunched up so bought a sport glide… I know discontinued in the US but sounds like the perfect bike for you???

[@sebastianaguirre486]

i got my 2023 LR ST.....looking at yours videos i was ready to get a White sand 2022 Fat bob...but when you mention the low rider st...i change my mind ,,, Low Rider st it is from now on!!!

[@ScarlettDeLion]

I still prefer the S over the ST. the "fairing" on the S and FXDR have been plenty for me, enough that i've been able to do 500 miles in a day on my low rider s with no issue.

[@BlockheadMoto]

You did 500 miles in a day on an FXDR?! Gobbless your chiropractor, lol

[@ScarlettDeLion]

@@BlockheadMoto nah... 21 low rider s had the 500-mile days 😅 max on fxdr is 300ish in a day

[@gatorsmotorcyclemisadventu4341]

Try a 500 mile day on my iron 1200 ☠️ at least i had a gauntlet fairing... my supwrglide with windshield was broke down

[@WitheBusiness]

This S faring has a Character that out ways comfort get dam bat wing or shark bike if want tour like we do get second job if you must people.

[@D-doggy77]

The S all the way for me, I’ll be placing an order late april for a 2024, can’t fkn wait!

[@AK4TF]

When I got my FXLRS, I wanted the ST, simply for the fairing. Wasn't in the budget for me and I've enjoyed the S. I'll figure something out for a fairing, for now the Memphis Shades is on it. But if I'd gotten the ST, I would probably use the bags on occasion, but for just cruising, they'd be off.

[@screamhawk6626]

Memphis shades fairing looks nicer too

[@hikuntrylml5999]

Now you can get Advan black "ST" fairing

[@lovepreetmavi3915]

Brother you have no idea how quick my heart dropped when you put your phone on the tank! I NEED TO KNOW WHAT CASE THAT IS!!!

[@thanosetsitty1896]

I bet you can make the kit to mount the st fairing on the s? I’m like him. I like the analog gauge better than the digital.

[@justinhartwell9136]

That’s what I did I rode a new street bob and dyna street bob. I went with the dyna because it had that look and sound I remembered from my childhood. I never got all the Harley hype until riding the dyna

[@jhtrice]

"I could have tea and crumpets right now" - killing me. Great comparison video. I'd lean towards the ST, but I want gauges and the top loading bags, hate the clamshell style and offset.

[@nickb3099]

Advan black is coming out with a ST fairing real soon. Plus the inner fairing will be painted. They will sell a ton of them.

[@StevenBrooks-td1pb]

Great video I've been trying to decide

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

Option 3 Road Glide LRST is bad ass. 117, fairing, don’t weight shit, like a RG Jr .. but the bags are small and can’t have a pizza box on the back. I would like to try the ST

[@kendrastengel6342]

I just got the Low Rider S. I didn’t want the weight of the ST. Like you I only want the front fairing for my S. I like my gauge better on the S.

[@bandofbikersmmc3318]

Just thought I would let you know that you have created a great channel...very professional, very natural and great fun. Feels like real bikers telling it as it is....Nice one

[@BlockheadMoto]

Thanks so much, we appreciate that!

[@Dabocado]

I bought a breakout, then traded it for a low rider s. CR485 cam, HPI exhaust, OHLINS suspension, she’s a 10.

[@LinuxHurts]

Excellent, excellent video, guys! You guys provided the information people needed to make a decision--ST all day!

[@dallon4818]

Was just there today with a buddy told them I was really just there to look around for the day and they helped me with everything I would go there over anywhere else

[@maconmiles2057]

While the ST fairing is very good. I would prefer the FXR fairing and the FXR division bags.

[@nickthinkpainting1978]

I’ve owned both ..sold both. If I was to chose one the low rider s with RWD Faring and fxr division bags. The ST factory bags suck especially functional wise. Also the ergonomics of the seat position with the so called mids didn’t do it for me.

[@willowsmutt8313]

Went and picked up bike this am. Took a ride with 2 baggers, sporty kept up fine. Nice little 20 mile first ride, parking lots don't count. Lol

[@KEN-du2iz]

I'm looking at the S, just wanting something to bash on in town, the OG road glide is for everything else.

[@MichaelBertini]

So, Lowrider ST, built 153ci, 150lbs weight reduction and a Stage 2 Trask Turbo? I bet I beat those 600cc bikes now! 🍻🤘🏼😆

[@Jluck78]

You $40k bike can probably hang with 20 year old $3k cbr600 in a straight line.

[@sammyvices2547]

The advan black road glide hard bags and brackets look way better then the clam shell bags

[@arrowrod]

A family friendly Harley dealership. You can tell as soon as you walk in the door. No price tags to confuse you.

[@mtlvlgmnfishing]

I finally did something I been waiting and saving for and bought a brand new Road glide Limited with a 114 . I want to change out the bars foe a set of apes and then of course exhaust

[@quittenpedigo7847]

Thrashin has the bracket available now 🤙🏼

[@goldengoat9397]

Advanblack sells fairing that drop on nicely. They even make em for street bobs lol

[@Torch114]

Great seeing Bertini back on the channel and looking for his next bike build. I had a 2020 fxlrs and I totally agree with you Michael about the gauge. Can’t wait to see your new bike build content soon. Great video as always Block. 🇺🇸

[@brohawk7395]

No cub scout with a backpack here!! 😂 yes!! Me 2!! That's why I had two Ultra Classic Tour Package bikes 💪🏽a traveling hotel/werkshop 🤣👍🏼and my choice would be the ST with one of ya'lls Blockhead 2n1's 💪🏽😎

[@dmvbenz7536]

I have a low rider ST, but watching the stock low rider S in action makes me miss mine, ended up keeping the ST over the S

[@jmsti]

Yes! That video i want. I definitely want LR S. Gauges better than digital on bar. I like aftermarket fairing. Not LRST fairing.

[@JohnJones-qj8dm]

I really like the digital guage on the new S. Their so sleek and elegantly simple

[@lindalou5653]

I will be happy to be a person build to build to! ❤

[@philvale5724]

Hi 👋, BlockHead , thank you for your, Territorial, very interesting, I am hoping to get another Softail Deuce, I had my first one for 20 years, isss . I had to sell it back in 2019/20 so I could move to France, stay safe, Ride Free, Phil from the moulin France.

[@MiguelMunoz-zz1vj]

I’m so torn between the two!! Is it just me or do the handlebars seem sideways or bent on the ST?

[@WitheBusiness]

No you won't get over it ontill you have both. S is better lane spliter for sure in cal that's a factor, st is good for 2 hours + rides that it in nut.

[@waydel1]

I am 5’11” and love my FXLRST, t came off of an 08 roadglide, the st is lighter and way easier to throw around.

[@Jade_SB]

Nice, thanks fellas!!!

[@jayleav]

With the ST was suitable for someone 6’3”. Softails mostly are too small for me.

[@Saitama96942]

How are you guys communicating while riding the bikes?

[@jd8969]

I have the same st white sand pearl n I really love it n I'm ready to put alot of miles on it

[@riffboogie6529]

What Harley Davidson dealership is this ? Didn’t catch it

[@BlockheadMoto]

I hope you're joking, lol. But if you're not! - bit.ly/BHM-SeminoleHarley

[@B_kiz]

I prefer the more stripped down look of the S. Thats why I bought one! :)

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

I would prob choose S. I’m 5’1” and (62 yrs old) so likely wouldn’t feel cramped on this bike. I would add 10” mini apes, a sport shield of some sort and if I go on a trip slap on a waterproof duffel bag.

[@robpullen]

I’ve been looking at the LRST and it even fits me well even tho I’m a sawn off. I would need to part ex my Slim which is my first HD and a dream of mine to own. Not sure I can let it go lol. Would love to own a LRST tho. Thanks for the vid.

[@leetnessgaming9751]

Watched your from video again so jelly. I got a road king and love riding.

[@scottfox6010]

There’s a tach on it you just have to hit the selector button from odo to rpm

[@pmh1nic]

Holy crap was my first impression on my test ride.

[@106snatch]

Can you share a link to the dual gauge set up bagger bro went with?

[@raysrepairplus]

I rock an s with a russ wernimont txr with Rockford Fosgate and pelican ammo boxes, and let me tell you, its more of the custom look PLUS sound for way less than the premium price of the st

[@Jan_bam_bam]

For me it´s more the question Low Rider ST, Street Glide or Road Glide...

[@austinharris6193]

How is the riding position different? Are they not the same aside from faring and bags?