Harley FINALLY made a bike I actually care about! | 2021 Harley Davidson Sportster S Press Launch

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Didn't think I would be making a video like this anytime soon. Recently, guys, Harley Davidson invited me out to LA for the press launch of their Sportster S model that features the new Revolution Max T engine. I've never given the company a fair shake so it was finally time to get my butt on a Harley and see what this new direction they are taking the company is all about!
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[@BlockheadMoto]

The excitement in your voice when we hit the canyons, love it! Great vid man 🤘🏼

[@Eric-kd9cg]

Blockhead I’m watching this in anticipation of your sportster s video. Ya almost done with the editing?

[@FullTankAdventures]

Motorcycle giggling is the best kind of giggling.

[@dysfunctionalveteranese4905]

@@Eric-kd9cg same here...anxiously waiting on Block Head's vid... C2W did a great cherry popping review and looking forward to his second vid on the press launch. Hope Harley gives them a Sporty to do a long term review on.

[@p.chakraborty4453]

Ey blockhead, do you think this can compete with diavel and likes? Looks pretty modern , has the tech, has the newer performance!

[@dysfunctionalveteranese4905]

Looking forward to your vid! Loving your series on your 883 build with the Hammer 1275 kit. Great stuff on your channel. My wife and I have been watching you since your more humble days. Crazy seeing your banner in the dealership garage. Great stuff man!

[@bakerXderek]

Glad you got to ride our Cali canyons, I got these roads blocks from my house lol they never get old.

[@HerTwoWheels]

I loved getting to hear your reactions in helmet! I was shocked at how zippy this little bike was!

[@frankhubbardiv8711]

I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

[@grampasundies]

Wow you can really hear that 2 inches of rear travel in your voice.

[@hacob2004]

That's what I was thinking the whole time. I've never heard his voice like that on any other bike. Maybe the different road to some degree but still.

[@YankiRides]

bad roads and preload not adjusted. ive heard from others its tight, but if you adjust it, its good. those roads out there are horrid though

[@barrybarnes96]

2 inches doesn't cut it.

[@YankiRides]

@@barrybarnes96 most cruiser are like 3 to 4. its not really that far off. more travel can help, but if they are good and tuned, it don't really make a dif in this application

[@warrenwilson6763]

Are the shocks even adjustable?

[@SLBPerformance]

OC: I think getting feedback from Beau and Brian would be great to have. Not a cruiser guy but this is a huge step forward for the brand and something Indian has been doing for a few years now. Making cruisers with some real modern tech and performance.

[@andyyougoonie]

OC: Been excited about this one, and I'm not a cruiser guy. North Ga Represent

[@Sabahes_ASMR]

In this video, Chase discovers he wants to move to California just for the canyon roads.

[@fj60driver]

Meanwhile the Californians are leaving and messing up other states housing markets. Sweet motorcycle.

[@LukeJJones]

And the lane splitting

[@ams914]

@@fj60driver Increasing property values isn't usually considered messing up a market hahaha. But I know what you mean. It's damn good if you're already an owner in those areas, that's for sure.

[@fj60driver]

@@ams914 it is when it makes the houses too expensive for the locals. It sucks stop moving to Idaho

[@SuzukiC41]

The west has a ton of awesome roads for sure. Out east, we don't have anything quite like it... But the west also doesn't have anything like what we have I'd only consider an ADV or dual sport out west, but you can easily get away with a street-only bike out east

[@joethebarber1]

Now this is the Sportster review I needed! I've been watching all the big moto sites reviews and they suck. You're the man, Chase!

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

Finally doing my motorcycle safety course today through this weekend, can’t wait to ride legally lol

[@AvocadoAtrocity]

90% stoked about the roads 10% stoked about the bike.

[@kennethcooley3445]

That's funny.

[@salskars6637]

Harley will never win me over.

[@MaceJuanDu]

Before I got my bike licence (UK) I used to watch these videos and wish I was riding the bikes... Now I have a licence I can't wait for the morning to arrive to go to work, so that I can get on my bike! Nice review man - looks like a hats off for Harley from the non-cruser-crew (I for one)!

[@mantis3574]

Might actually get one. Just gonna watch bout 100 vids b4 gettin one lol

[@King-ww1kz]

Don't forget to like and share those videos!!

[@willjohnson211]

Take a shot every time Chase says he has a sport bike background

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

Im gonna pass, can’t be drunk at 9 AM lol

[@synonyx]

On one hand, it would be nice to hear thoughts from someone with a lot of Harley experience but, in this case, with your little Harley experience it was actually a benefit. Because those non-Harley riders are the riders Harley needs to attract to keep the brand alive. Hopefully this video shows the non-Harley people how much fun a Harley can be. It’s like the Vrod but better!

[@streetglideyp2375]

Harley heavily out sells all brands don't know where you get the idea they need to attract people to stay alive lol but you do you man

[@synonyx]

@@streetglideyp2375 While they do outsell everyone, they aren't the top choice for buyers ages 20-34 and that's where the problem is. To keep the brand going longterm, they are going to need more than just the boomers. The current average age of a Harley buyer is 44.

[@streetglideyp2375]

@@synonyx boomers lol are you on crack boomers are dead or in nursing homes not riding lol they do out sell everyone and always will world wide so sonebody other than boomers are buying harleys. The 90's called and they want there boomer harley argument back get current man and everyone that rides in their 30's will eventually be riding a harley or Indian if they choose but more bikers will choose harley like they always have.

[@streetglideyp2375]

@@synonyx most peoele in their 20's probably can't afford a harley and guys in their 30's are prob. Busy with soccer and hockey practice family ECT. Most millenials I've met would be afraid to ride quite frankly they've never done anything and the other half work at McDonald's. There are circumstances behind what you are saying.

[@synonyx]

@@streetglideyp2375 Well I could agree with the "priced out" comment but I can tell you, they are buying bikes. My local dealers sell a ton of lower-tier bikes to them. Mostly hondas and royal endfields because you can be out the door for less than 8k on a brand new one of those manufacturer's lower offerings.

[@daxdak]

I bought one, I love it. Coming from a 2011 R6 that I've been riding for 9 years. Lots of twisty roads in upstate NY and the sportsterS leans and goes into corners confidently/as aggressively as you want it to(no man handling). For me its also not uncomfortable at all after an hour of riding. I'm 5"8 155lbs. My only complaints thus far is the size of the gas tank. Sport mode is just savage and has an unapologetic amount of "hold my beer" torque that will put big smiles on your face but its also thirsty mode. The other complaint is the suspension. Hitting moderate bumps at 60mph if you are unaware they are coming can lead to a... gentle yet firm colon punch. It's great sport "cruiser" and I recommend that you test one yourself and be pleasantly surprised if you're having doubts.

[@Baleur]

Thats the first Harley ive ever seen in my life that i would actually consider beautiful, and consider buying. I say this as an EU guy obsessed with Japanese sportbikes. Finally Harley-Davidson has realized that you dont have to give up on your roots, just because you add ADDITIONAL styles of bikes to your arsenal. If kawasaki can make planes and boats, why cant Harley make sports bikes? They have been SO stubborn the past decades, nice to see them move on from those days.

[@ejdtm]

Ohlins will be quick to offer suspension upgrades. It was a must on my Road Glide.

[@The333]

I feel like they took the Bronx (which was a cool design on it's own), said "hey this does not look Harley enough", slapped some Sporster looking tins on it and now voila - the Bronx is now the new Sportster...

[@shfontenot45]

Same, I was super bummed when they canned the Bronx but now I totally get why they did it

[@tonyortiz3692]

Not with that shit engine from the PA!! Keep it! Bronx!

[@The333]

@@tonyortiz3692 The Bronx and the Pan American (and the new Sporty) all have the Revolution Max Engine? Bronx = 950 PA = 1250 Sportster - 1250. Ya lost me, chief...

[@jamievandalen]

I just spent 1 year with a 2020 HD Sportster 48. Amazingly different beast from what you showed today. Great video and cool bike! OC-OUT!

[@toofastnobrakes]

Congrats to Harley, looks like this bike could be a real winner. Still hoping we get the Bronx soon though 🤷‍♂️

[@michaellee9295]

Buell 1125cr it's the best thing from HD that compares to a Bronx

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

Waiting on the Bronx.

[@toofastnobrakes]

@@michaellee9295 true, but I’m wanting a modern bike

[@Motoboo_Marine]

They cancelled the Bronx last time I heard :( someone please correct me if I'm wrong but I believe they cut out a bunch of new models except the Pan-America when Covid hit

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

@@Motoboo_Marine yes they canceled it but several us are not giving up hope. ;)

[@MonstaFreak13]

Honestly the reason it was so hard for me to leave california was bcus of the weather, the beaches, and all the great places to ride. Im out now and may not go back but my dad is still out there and he rides so i'll be taking the occasional iron butt out there to ride with him

[@reallyoldfart6540]

I kind of figured the seat might be like that. Nothing like laying out at the beach in the morning, head up into the Los Padres, Ojai..., and ride all day until "canyons," get home at dark. Almost drowned body surfing at Redondo beach, so this Georgia boy lives in Florida.

[@SLIGHT_]

Thank you for sending the first video out so quick!!! I’m extremely excited for this. Looks insane!!!

[@carlitodeleon768]

I had watched all the reviews done by everyone about this Bike ; you have show me all I needed to see. Yes is Fast!!! 🙌🏾

[@Sandman68]

53 years old. Had mostly naked bikes in my short riding "career" and one HD ultra limited... the large bagger for long hauls. Had an absolute blast with it. Only reason I sold it is that I could only keep one and 90% of my riding is around town. I will eventually get another one though. For long rides, nothing beats a large cruiser.

[@ThomasCrowne]

Its reassuring that HD is finally recognizing that the video bloggers have real marketing impact probably over and above celebrities and the magazines. Watching you all with the FTR and Chief launches seemed to set Indian apart and now to see HD get the message that they need to leverage relationships with you is positive. Great to see the collaboration between other vloggers as well. I hope that continues. The bike, it is the meanest looking HD they have produced in a long time.

[@Goodman-4525]

OC: I just noticed most of the motovloggers I follow are east coast and the only cali motorcycle content makers are the revzilla and motorcyclist magazine guys

[@joeplem5329]

OC: 2011 Dyna street bob rider here, fit and finish from what I can tell seems very good. This would be a fantastic second bike as what us cruiser guys call a "bar hopper".

[@JB-nj4cp]

Could you explain the terms; "bar hopper", please? Thx.

[@joeplem5329]

@@JB-nj4cp bikes that you ride from one bar to the next, usually in downtown areas...

[@stevem4783]

@@JB-nj4cp Start at one bar. Ride to the next. That's your entire trip. Hence, "bar hopper"

[@davidgerlach1132]

@@joeplem5329 You forgot to mention the 64oz Schlitz malt liquor... :)

[@robbyterrill5707]

Ive had 3 Vrod muscles..Currently ride a fatbob...Love the fact that Harley is finally giving there bikes more HP..But I cant justify the price on this one being a sportster...Bring back the Vrod Harley..

[@fathertheodore1345]

The after market game for this sportster will make it even more of a beast

[@moto_989]

OC: cruiser guy here, but trying to ride more sportbikes. they both have their place in the motorcycle world, and I love them both.

[@2gj906]

About time Harley! Bike's at least 10 years late, hope the new Sportster isn't the last spirited interpretation of a two wheel machine by HD!

[@RoloHolland]

Harley had Buell

[@supergrizzidentity]

Those two bumps were freakin hilarious 😂. That’s what my gf feels on my tiny pillion seat on my softail

[@monkeydink9933]

Yeah, yo be homesy, when a grown man giggles on a motorcycle, especially a cruiser, you know something good has been put into the bike.

[@MRSMI13Y90]

Angeles crest is my favorite road to ride on especially if u take the whole route all the way to the 15..

[@Frank_Torre]

OC: I've never rode a cruiser before. Get the feeling Beau is really jealous he couldn't go ride the Harley. But yes Beau and cruiser content be great. Still think I'd choose the Indian FTR over the Harley.

[@Kris_P._Bey_Ken]

Harley shmarley, indian is where it's at😎

[@caseyroach1636]

Great vid! It was very informative too. I made the leap a year ago from hyper naked Japanese bikes to an American cruiser (bagger even) a year ago and love it. I do miss agility of the smaller bikes at times, but I’ve been able to carve corners in my cruiser too.

[@Alanc419]

Love this Sportster S. I don’t care if purists don’t like it. It’s about variety for me. I can’t be satisfied with one type of bike. If I sat in an art studio in 1960 and was asked to sketch my concept of a futuristic Harley, this would be it!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@gerardmontgomery280]

This euro bloke living in England is unbelievably excited about this bike. I mean I've been looking at the Triumph Bonnie range and BMW RnineT range for my next bike and HD go and drop something like this. Stunning. Give me that midnight crimson with mid controls to rip up some British B roads. Also mate you need to ride in N. Ireland or the North West of England. Dude you'll wet yourself with excitement on our roads.

[@ohn9ne]

I love crusers and I need one, as my second bike but I won't give up my MT10! OC

[@MonstaFreak13]

Never give up the mt10 for a cruiser, just get another bike lol. I love crusiers, im looking for a Victory cus im not the biggest fan of harley but i do like their Lowrider S

[@Mejonesin]

@@MonstaFreak13 Find a Victory Octane. You won’t be disappointed.

[@scoylevids]

bought mine last week and absolutely love it...so many people comment on the bike! fun

[@waltercardenas8727]

Haha you encouraged me to take my bike to work today. I ride the 2 freeway towards Pasadena:)! Yes, we call them canyons. If you still in town riding around Vasquez rocks is awesome 👍

[@mathias6423]

OC: I really love most bikes. Maybe time to test a Harley Fat bob 114.

[@TyTriestoRide]

OC: I was never a cruiser guy, but have become more interested in them ever since the new Indian Chief. That bike is gorgeous.

[@Wild-Wisdom]

Thanks man, been waiting months to see someone rip this thing, I think I'm into it 🤙

[@AlexUlleri]

FYI the turn signal switch is not a push button. After turning it on you got to flick it left or right to turn it off.

[@kaleb9502]

Why was Blockhead's head censor a circle and not a block?

[@TannerSeidel]

OC, been thinking of getting a cruiser to compliment the Monster. This would be at the top of the list to try.

[@robosteez]

I have only rode sport bikes, but now that I am getting older and kinda just want a chill ride that is still fast ,... I am really looking at these

[@alexanderd145]

When you realize how great filtering is, sitting in traffic seems completely idiotic by comparison

[@ewganhoff]

I'm in Scotland where its legal. It breaks my heart when I see bikes waiting behind a line of cars in American motovlogs. It's so pointless.

[@cutsomeone]

I totally agree. If LA wasn’t so Hollywood it would TOTALLY be the place to be. Like if we had canyon views and the beach in the Appalachian/blue ridge mountains and the big cities were 5 minutes away, life would be fantastic

[@DaleMoore092]

OC: I've always been a cruiser guy, and tend to fall off your content since it's so SS/Naked focused. Have Beau around has brought me back. Loving "Live on 2 Wheels", and really looking forward to more cruiser content. That said, this isn't the bike for me. For comparison, I just bought a new Chief

[@KSMotoCafe]

So glad Harley brought Chase on this - it is important to see how a sport bike rider feels about this new breed of sportster and he didn't disappoint. If you want to ride a "traditional" harley. Go find an evolution Sportster and do a feeling comparison with the S!

[@streetglideyp2375]

Who cares what he thinks lol its important ? Get over yourself man

[@KSMotoCafe]

@@streetglideyp2375 you seem like you are having a bad day - if you don't want to hear other people's opinions on products, then why are you here? Legit question. Does it make you happy some how that you are leaving a mark on other people's work or comment? You must have spent some time scrolling down to find my 8 month old comment, so you got me curious. Either way, hope you have a better day tomorrow.

[@streetglideyp2375]

@@KSMotoCafe I'm a rider so I'm looking at riding content often and I was getting the thoughts of some riders that have road the sporster s because I'm getting a second bike I didn't mean anything against you personally I just really don't care what a sports bike rider thinks about Harleys lol nothing more than that I'm sure you're a fine human being. I've been riding Harleys all my life they're amazing bikes kind of that old saying if I have to explain it you wouldn't understand Laidlaw says that in a few of his vids I guess we love Harleys and really don't care what outsiders think. Again not personal

[@KSMotoCafe]

@@streetglideyp2375 ah got it. Thanks for taking the time to explain - definitely paints a different picture. I also do bike reviews (mainly harley's) but from a point of view as a new rider. And I did get a chance to ride the Sportster S and absolutely loved the thrill it comes with. My favourite HD is still the Fat Bob 114 because I just love the look and handling of that bike - I tried the Dyna Fat Bob but I enjoyed the M8 FB way more. Anyways brother, cheers!

[@streetglideyp2375]

@@KSMotoCafe good choice I love the fat bob I like them all lol that's my problem the new the new low rider st is interesting just because it has the fairing lol I suppose the 117 also. I do pay attention to interesting things happening with other brands just not interested in buying anything else only so much time to ride and havn't got enough money to experiment.

[@Mahirkayani]

Your genuine excitment adds spice to your videos 👍🏼

[@mariqueflores3342]

A naked/street fighter style Harley with the unique muscle look and sound has been LOOONG OVERDUE, hope this bike is a step towards the right direction.

[@dakotaburns7551]

Looks nice! Idea for video: have Indian give you a Scout demo and along with the Sportster S, run a comparison of the two.

[@BrandonBicasso]

Sounds like this Sportster S is the business. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Baleur]

That white one actually strangely reminds me of the MV Augusta.

[@love4boost]

I’m a Harley guy. I’ve never owned anything else. I only rock mid controls. I have crash bars for when I want to stretch my legs. Also Harley’s seats are always pretty terrible for riding all day. The touring bikes are better for a day out but still benefit a ton from an aftermarket seat. Just like the old Sportsters. Gotta jack up the rear. They aren’t friendly to anyone over 130lbs. I can’t think of another Harley off the top of my head in recent years to use a normal turn signal switch. The ones in both sides work pretty good. Especially the self canceling.

[@yockanookany]

Yeah this one actually had me considering selling my MT10 and picking it up. I won't; but at least it made me consider it.

[@Tigerric3]

OC: been looking at cruisers lately. HD LRS, Indian Scout, Indian Chief ... but i own a 2022 Indian FTR R Carbon ... :D

[@dysfunctionalveteranese4905]

I have the 22 FTR S...just over 1K riding it over past few weeks. Amazing machine. That said, I think this Sporty is amazing and would like to demo ride one. Demo rode the Scout yesterday in Albuquerque, love the feel and look of that bike and would love to own a Scout. Will be interesting to see how/if Indian responds to the new Sporty with a Scout update. Awesome time to be alive to see these two battling each other again after over half a century time out from Indian.

[@kevinlugonzbi6005]

OC: just got my first bike actually, Triumph Bonneville! Technically a cruiser, with mids and a similar body position. Watching you on the harley reminds me of my bike: "wow, the mids are great! Oh, it's sporty! Oh, that's where the peg was! Oh, my back just died on that bump!" Loved the review, great video and thank you!! Also, California Boi here: we call them canyons because of the steep drop. You're on the side of the mountain, in the canyon.

[@JimmyKI5PRK]

OC - Chase, I’m a big fan of the channel and I ride a Harley Davidson Road Glide special. I love all bikes but the big bagger fits me best. It can be challenging in heavy traffic (especially when the temps get north of 90 degrees) but I love to ride so I deal with it. If you are ever in the Austin TX area, I’d be honored to have you ride my motorcycle and give your impressions. Keep up the hard work and ride “safe”.

[@Weissehunden]

This reminds me that I made a mistake... I lived in L.A. for 5 years! But I didn't start riding until recently, back in South Florida... the land of no mountains, no curvy roads, and absurd humidity :-(

[@gothops154]

OC: the only time I’ve ridden a cruiser was during my MSF course but a few months ago I got into the Indian Scout, never got a chance to ride it yet but now with this Sportster, this is the new thing I’m obsessing about. Love it visually, not sure if I could ever get into the cruiser life with the twisty canyon roads I ride, and these bikes a super expensive so it’s hard to commit that much money to something that you won’t know how it turns out to be until you ride it for a while. Unlike a dual sport, $5-7k and you’ll find a way to enjoy it, low risk, low insurance, high fun, which brings me to my HOT TAKE: in the next 5-10 years we’ll see an explosion in the dual sport market, and prices will sky rise, similar to what we saw in the last decade with trucks and SUVs.

[@jimbeam4535]

OC: I ride a cruiser. Definitely wouldn’t mind more cruiser content, maybe Brian can do some first rides or something like that?

[@ConcenTREted_Strength]

OC aka “Love you long time” Cruiser guy here! ‘21 H-D Low Rider S 🤙🏾

[@gothops154]

OC: As someone who rides the canyons near LA, I don’t know how anyone leaves this state. I’m in a privileged position where I have a home in La and home in Austin, and let me tell you there ain’t shit in Austin, and the rest of the country, when it comes to beautiful riding/driving roads. Hill country’s got NOTHING on the canyons. I’ll pay 100% tax for access to these places within 30min. I’ll have to show you the well kept secret places next time you’re out near LA

[@mattliptrot7052]

OC: i grew up on the back of my dad's 88 HD Heritage Softail. My first bike was a 97 sportster 1200 custom. I ride mainly sportbikes but still to this day i own that 88 Heritage Softail

[@uhmgunnagitchyuh]

I had a Kawasaki Ninja for 5 years, I have never considered a Hardly-Ableson before. This one is changing my mind quickly. I saw one in Ogden UT and I had to know what was up! Angeles Crest is an experience I'm glad I got when I lived in CA. But UT has roads like this aplenty, with the views, the curves and better asphalt.

[@Hand3521]

As a fellow east cost rider, cali spoiled me last year on my mt10. Was truely a humbling experience but I honestly haven't found too many roads here that evoke that feeling in coastal va, MD, and nc.

[@Skyerzen]

And we have not only one "mountain" road....... We have a TON of them!

[@ricardomorales1318]

OC. Let me start by saying that I would enjoy cuiser content on the channel ;) My love for motorcycles began (as do most people) with the sportbikes, but slowly began loiving the cruisers a whole lot (for the looks mostly). This was when I didn't have a motorcycle. When I was finally able to buy my first bike I considered all options and honestly I was really close of getting a Yamaha Bolt, but the seller stepped back on me so I kept on looking and found the R3 I currently own (actually your videos on the R3 Monster eddition helped me decide). The longer I have my R3 the more I appreciate things like liquid cooling, comfortable suspension, low vibration while riding, etc; things that I know for sure cruisers don't have... I still appreciate the looks of the cuirsers but I'm not sure I would get one for myself anymore... If I had plenty money then yes, I would get a cruiser.

[@megoingfast]

Angeles Crest: used to go up there frequently. Know the guys who live at the resorts. Had to shut the highway down from time to time when a rider "hits the wall".

[@ianwl0]

OC: I'm not a cruiser guy, since there's a tiger 1200 and a Bonneville in the garage, but I've ridden my buddy's Vulcan and rented a street glide. I feel you on the weirdness of being used to mid controls, but ride a cruiser a couple of days and it becomes second nature. They are a different kind of ride. Video idea: see if you can find a poker run, or a toy run or something like since I feel like that would be a good slice of the cruiser style of riding. Keep the shiny side up!

[@jordankelly4684]

Harley is finally figuring out they have to make bikes that appeal to younger crowds if they want to survive.

[@normanparthiban4383]

I’m young. Never really liked Harley until recently. Never really had an issue with their motors or bikes. They offered a different value prop. Problem is their bonkers pricing. That’s what makes Harleys not appeal to people like me I think. Air cooled potato has too much flav

[@Jeff_Klein]

@@normanparthiban4383 same here. Even if they start making fun bikes, the price will always keep me away. They are overpriced just for the sake of it.

[@normanparthiban4383]

@@Jeff_Klein I don’t think it’s necessarily for the sale of it. You look at a brand new Harley and a brand new fz09 and the fz looks way less intriguing. Harleys have an incredible finish and the design is like art. Euro bikes have that fit and finish as well and a price tag to suit. Harley just falls victim to Wall Street analysts looking for price targets and earnings to be at a certain level. The reason Harley was cool was bc they did whatever they wanted. They were a counterculture/rebel/badass brand. Now they’re blending in with everyone else and losing that.

[@Jeff_Klein]

@@normanparthiban4383 yeah, I get that they do it to sell it like a premium product, but the product is not premium at all. Not very well engineered and together.

[@jordankelly4684]

@@normanparthiban4383 harleys don't have quality finishes. That's why they commonly leak oil everywhere they go.

[@tenzingphuralife7760]

3:45 the laugh my little brother does when I give him my room keys and tell him I am going away on a trip for a couple of months

[@youtop591]

The only thing I can buy is a Harley Davidson sticker for my bicycles helmet.

[@byever1]

Does your helmet vibrant and leak oil now?

[@sportsterrider2087]

Foot controls and handle bars should be a no cost option. Two of three POC. That would be made to order and a great marketing scheme.

[@cliff8675]

OC: My son is a cruiser guy. I'll have to get his input. If we can get to a demo day it would be interesting to see his reaction. I would give it a ride, but I'm closer to the touring side of Harley myself.

[@viperq]

Awesome review. That traffic is light by L.A. standards.

[@theinfinitryda]

My entire channel is almost all Harley-Davidson. I’ve risen every Harley-Davidson their is and reviewed them. I honestly can’t wait to ride the Sportster S. I come from a sports bike background as well so I have high hopes for this bike and hope the Harley community accepts this bike. I feel like your video should help bring new riders to the cHarley community and break that mentality that Harley’s are old people bikes. Great vid sir.

[@logancrouse6030]

Do have to admit I'm not a sport bike guy but always enjoy seeing your opinions. It's made me start to love some bikes

[@JCrozier1]

OC. Looks like a pretty interesting machine. I'm still going to stick with my desire to buy an MT 10 instead though. That short suspension travel sounded rough!

[@JP-pp9ke]

They are sick. I’ve had my FZ10 for about a week. Love everything about it

[@JCrozier1]

@@JP-pp9ke I've had so many 60 and 70 horsepower bikes. The only bigger horsepower bike of the ground was a bandit 1250. 96 hp, but 600 lb. Just started looking at the xr900 yesterday, which is basically an MT 09 nine with a little bit of class.

[@JP-pp9ke]

@@JCrozier1 the first time you ride a bike with that much HP, it’s the best feeling. I ride two up a lot so the 10 was the only way to go. Besides I had an FZ1 which is the little brother. A friend has the xsr900 and I wasn’t a fan. Color scheme was okay, but I hated the dash. Had crazy torque, I engaged the TCS instantly just rolling from a stop

[@JCrozier1]

@@JP-pp9ke check out what they did to the one Whitney has on Yaminoob channel. The title says something about things you should do to an mto9. They geared it + 1 - 2 and it looks like a damn bronking bull.

[@JP-pp9ke]

@@JCrozier1 I watched it last night. It did look like fun. I just need cruise control, just another reason to pick the 10!

[@dysfunctionalveteranese4905]

Great Review!. I am a rider that started out on a cruiser (01 XLH1200) I own two Sportsters (93 XL883 & 01 XLH1200), an 03 Fat Boy, 04 Buell XB12R and 22 Indian FTR S. The bike looks amazing; like I said a week ago, this is the only Harley that would bring me back into the Bar and Shield show room as a costumer.

[@kirkkoegel7366]

OC. Im a Cruiser bro. Im riding in 2019 Harley Street Bob that been decently modded out lol. Love your channel man keep up the good work.

[@realjarvis]

OC: Your channel and Blockhead's channel are the reason I finally pulled the trigger on getting my motorcycle license. Can't forget Dan Dan the Fireman either.. But, I will say I'm a cruiser guy. I have the older, bigger version of that bike, a Dyna Fat Bob. First bike, no less. Excited to see your take on other cruisers.

[@skiblader85]

OC: Sport cruiser boy here. Never expected this would be where I’d be with bikes, but it’s a nice fit for short people like me

[@DRocRSS2012]

Hell YeH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FINALLY!!!!!!!!!

[@Kentaku3]

OC I'm a cruiser guy right now on my first bike. But I'm looking to expand my horizons. I was looking forward to this vid. I go up ACH all the time. Great vid, I was also looking forward to seeing you split lanes legally at the end got that too lol.

[@commanderroddi7742]

Most of early times I spend riding around Southern Cal. This video brought back memories. I miss being able to filter in traffic.... Rode supersports pretty much all my life, except recently where I had an adventure bike as a daily commuter (a 390 adventure) and just replaced my supersport for a naked/street fighter style bike. (a Street Triple). NEVER been ona cruiser, though.

[@Gerardo6.6]

Oc it’ll be dope to see more cruiser content!

[@keithchelini5776]

Great looking bike and fantastic motor. Unfortunately the poor rear suspension makes it a no-go for me.

[@BEEZv4]

Might have to buy this over the scout

[@Manny32V]

i have an mt10 and honda shadow phantom and i would love to have this thing. super cool machine i think.

[@Below-Average_Joe]

Nice review Chase. I like the Pan American much more, but I am glad Harley modernized the Sportster. I will simply say that no one from Atlanta can criticize any other city’s traffic.😂

[@AGPullen]

OC: I started on a GS500F but my next bike was a '16 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec and I loved it! I currently own a '14 FZ-09 but I REALLY want a '14 Raider S as well. That's in my top 5 dream bikes along with an MT-10!

[@CVODean]

Deffo think you should do more cruiser content. A mixture of all bikes really. Great vid

[@silfear1]

OC: I wanted a naked bike at first. But after I made a driving license course on one my fists and back hurt (my wrong riding technique). So instead I told myself I want something comfy and I started on cruisers. After some years of riding and getting better I switched to ADV bike. Cruisers are cool and great for relaxing rides. I'd love to see more cruises on your channel. Also try something retro like Royal Enfield Bullet :-)

[@garthmater6361]

went to a used bike tent sale at my local harley dealer. they had a sportster I was interested in priced at $5k on the interweb. that price turned into $6k when I got to the dealership. I had $3500 to put down and they insisted they could not get financing for the rest of that bike. they did get me approved for a brand new sportster for $3600 down and $329/month for 72 months. that's over $25k for a sportster that was priced at $10k. and that is before the service agreement. I told them no thanks and went the very next day and paid $2300 for a bandit 600s instead. put almost 7k miles on that bike since March and so far I love it. harley can go choke on a bagodicks. that was my 4th time trying to buy a harley. I won't be back for another.