2022 Harley Davidson Sportster S | First Ride

[@chaseontwowheels]

I FINALLY get to test out the Sportster S on my home turf!! Will I still enjoy it as much as I did in Cali? Let's find out. Also, thank god for this new jacket. If yall are looking for a top quality summer jacket I couldn't recommend this one more: imp.i104546.net/EaAJxP

[@blakepierce3542]

can we see a pan america next? pls :)

[@denilecraft]

I'd like to see you revisit the Indian scout. There's so many cooler variations than the one you did before. Maybe a sixty bobber or the rogue.

[@ginoabalos1236]

If you can max out the speed, or push it around 215kph, let me know or make a video... Lots of Sportster S having issues where the engine dies... I own one and mine died at 215 and 200kph... some had issues where they shut down at 120, 180 and 200kph...

[@biodigitaljazz5814]

I bought my Nintendo 64 back in like 19 96 maybe and my first game was Star Wars Shadows of the empire. I also really like that bike but I'd rather have the Fat Bob because if I'm going to pay this much money for that thing then I might as well go look for a used Fat Bob for the same price or even less

[@JR-bt5dy]

God

[@ehvlwkrma]

To me, I love that pill shape headlight. It will be my first motorcycle...

[@robertstimmel1100]

That is a lot of bike for a beginner. Be safe. Crashing motorcycles is real rough

[@doc2w534]

You can tame this bike a lot with the ride modes. It’s finding one that is the problem. Will probably have several years of experience before one is available to buy. Lol.

[@jacobchristopher209]

@@doc2w534 I got one today I’m really exited it’s my first bike

[@jacobchristopher209]

@Jay M just put my down payment down on mine today for my first definetly gonna be careful as possible

[@ROBBSTAR76]

dame. I luv the light. my first bike also

[@tomwinner5350]

I’ve had mine for four months now and it still pulls my trigger. This is my 27th bike spanning some 38 years and I love it. It’s just so playful and I feel so in control. Never in my life have I had such a powerful machine that didn’t want to go 150MPH every time you opened it up and shifted another gear. Fun fun fun!

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Im still dissapointed by it tbh i think its not a bike harley will be known for

[@lilshoebox4547]

Ik chase might not see this comment but ive literally watched every single first ride video at least 3 times ive been watching since the white truck days lol you inspired me to get my first bike as well!! LOVE YOUR CONTENT BRO AND YOUR PERSONALITY

[@rBes_icy]

he was the same person who enspired me to get my first dirt bike.

[@DB-sd3cw]

Kinda sus

[@abyb1923]

@@rBes_icysame here but a gsxr 600. A long long time ago.

[@Mickey_Bauer]

Dude, bronze and black is a badass combo, don't change it 👍. It would look even better if the whole bike was black.

[@randalllabeth1916]

I love the look of this bike. I'm someone who prefers the sport style but this has a nice mix of cruiser with a sport flare.

[@TheFirstCause]

Same, love it and about to buy one. It is the perfect balance between cruiser and sport. It looks futuristic and modern after decades of Harley's looking like they belong in the 1950s.

[@josepina8793]

@@TheFirstCausei got mine yesterday I love it. Traded in my zero s for this one

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

I think its ugly

[@15284750]

I had a test ride of it today and absolutely loved this bike. It has great engine that is very fan to rev, exhilarating accelaration and unlike heavy Rocket 3 it is a light bike for this category standards and handles very nicely. I never thought of getting a cruiser to myself but this machine is so amazing and pleasant to ride and cool I actually started thinking about getting one. I also absolutely loved the way it looks.

[@614XJ]

I get so much attention on my bike all positive! People coming up in parking lots asking about what kind of bike it is, and being surprised. Black Sportster S here in Ohio. Absolutely love my experience with my bike so far. Need some louder pipes though 😒

[@zabronzkee731]

aye Ohio gang! i have my 2019 road king special here in columbus, maybe ill see ya at a bike event in ohio!

[@614XJ]

@@zabronzkee731 hell yeah bro. I visit iron pony often. And I’m in the Columbus, Westerville area too. If you see me feel free to say what’s up and check this thing out!

[@zabronzkee731]

@@614XJ i’m in Dublin! maybe i’ll see ya at iron pony soon!

[@donjuliobro]

Hey how does it turn in, every Harley except the xr1200x I’ve had I scrape the shit out of the pegs lol

[@614XJ]

@@donjuliobro it turns and handles like a dream man.

[@markh.harris9271]

You'll notice that the shifter has a better feedback as the bike approaches break-in (1000 miles US). Also, the shifter will tend to have better feedback if you pre-load the shift lever. To pre-load the shift lever apply slight pressure up on the lever before shifting, then quick clutch pull to friction zone with slight throttle blip. You'll notice the shifter snaps into gear with nice positive feedback. This also improves as the bike breaks in. One of the goals of break-in is to run the transmission through all gears smoothly so that the gear dogs wear in. As the gear dogs wear in the shift feedback improves. That said, the shifter on mine 'still' does not feel like the traditional Harley shifter, even after 1000 miles. But, it is smooth and does have positive feedback. marcus

[@tomwinner5350]

Works proper if you have boots on I’ve noticed.

[@zabronzkee731]

I had the chance to ride one during my Harley dealership's demo day and MY GOD the bike is fasttttt. people don't wanna admit that a Harley can be fast but my lord this thing is rowdy, the torque and acceleration is insane lol loved it.

[@greypolar2720]

I rode the Sportster S back to back with a Kawasaki Z900 a few months back and the Sportster definitely did not feel slow or underpowered compared to the Z. Brutal torque delivery, I loved it

[@slimygoon9993]

So as someone who works at a Harley dealership, when you said this bike felt “cumbersome” to move around the shop I initially thought it was funny (since it’s our lightest model) but then remembered that you come from a sport bike background, so that honestly makes sense

[@usmcmsgt5487]

The exhaust and bronze is what made me order a Indian Scout Rogue. What I do like about HD over Indian are the display and headlight. But I eventually went with Indian due to price being a consideration.

[@FlesHBoX]

I decided about 2 months ago to finally get a bike after many many years of telling myself that I can have a bike when it makes sense from a practicality perspective. When I started looking at what was out there I saw the Sportster S and fell in love. The thing is just so beautiful. I just wish that I had been riding for a while already, because I feel like the thing is probably a terrible idea as a first bike, lol.

[@WonkaFab]

Did u end up getting one?

[@war99120]

this 100% fits my preference for a bike. The design & the power it has is perfect oc

[@tomwinner5350]

That’s exactly how I feel about it.

[@petekaiser]

Jesus me....thank god you've reviewed this bike. This has been looking at me menacingly at the harley shop next to my office asking me to buy it. Like the color but i like the burgundy/maroon color. Will be buying this based on what you mentioned here. Really big thanks man and again good job on this video

[@ValkyrieActual141]

So for about 4 years now I've been riding a Triumph Bonneville Bobber, and I love it to hell and back don't get me wrong. But I test rode one in the Burgundy color you're talking about and I'm absolutely sold on it. I'm deploying later this year and I'm buying one in black when I get home. 100% an incredible bike to ride. I've never been a Harley guy, but this thing changed me.

[@petekaiser]

@@ValkyrieActual141 nice man, hey stay safe put there. Thanks for your service to the country. And goodlick on the purchase when you het home, definitely agree with you that this changes me as well, a different appreciation for harley with this thing

[@ValkyrieActual141]

@@petekaiser I really appreciate that, but I'm not going to the Middle East like I did a few years back luckily, just going to Europe for a while so I should be okay. 😂

[@petekaiser]

@@ValkyrieActual141 oh shit i thought it was something serious hahaha still safe trip man

[@krispewkrem3]

Been watching since the WR vlogs. I’ve probably watched every first ride. And I still think the MT-07 is the bike for me. It was my favorite bike you reviewed back in 2014. And it’s still my favorite in 2022. Although this Harley does look pretty cool.

[@ethanfenton7329]

What do we think about this as a beginner bike? Especially with the different power modes and low seat hight…

[@elithegreat6463]

I just test rode one of these, the “Thrust” in Sport Mode is Incredibly Strong, it took me by surprise absolutely unbelievable thrust ‼️‼️

[@red.riot.2280]

HD is getting there… I’d take the tech, new engine, but I’d want it in the softail form.. maybe more power. Like a 1450.

[@watchtonystube]

For me, longtime R1 owner, I loved the low profile and fit of this bike. Just needs to be LOUDER!

[@patconn6037]

I clicked the like button for that disappearing act after the sound check. Leaf blew in the wind and all.

[@andyyougoonie]

Love that you are venturing into different bike styles. With your sport style it gives people considering changing styles a look at it. Now if Smort and Beau can just get you on dirt lol

[@Yesitsqk]

My next bike ….coming from a super sport rider Excited to still have the thrill of the sport bike but be more chill while doing it

[@jennynester9980]

OC: stoked for this content! The Harley Japanese bike simps want. You mentioned it, but I’d love to see a comparison with the Scout.

[@gerardmontgomery280]

I mean you're not wrong. I have a Kawasaki Versys Thou but if I had to have a HD then this is the one. It's still third place behind the Triumph Bobber and Indian Scout in my opinion.

[@FnuMnuLnu]

And rebel 1100!

[@mauricedavis2905]

It's just typical Harley 20years late. I hated the fact they were air-cooled 🤮 horrible for cooling.

[@614XJ]

Maybe you could make a video of removing the baffles from the exhaust? Just for temporary resolution to buying an exhaust. I’ve heard some with the baffles out and it sounds decent and even shoots flames.

[@gerardmontgomery280]

You know what mate, you've shown it from angles I've not seen in press shots and it looks even better. I've always though it was a good looking bike but those straight on front and rear shots show a lot more aggression than the svelte side view implies. I really like what I see. When you say it's small though, is it as small as the Livewire? Because as good as that thing looks it feels like a toy with 6'3" of me sitting on it.

[@novellayvonne]

I'm learning on my brothers bike. This is helping so much. Can't wait to get my own

[@Ridingon3TN]

I would recommend anyone that's not sure about the bike really need to hop on one themselves. I rode 2 different ones at Sturgis in August and I loved how it felt riding it. Honestly I ride a trike regularly and have been looking for 2s to ride and this bike met what I was looking for out of a 2s that wasn't a sports bike due to how you have to sit and lean riding on them. i was shocked that for 15k that it came with the cruise control and even heated grips.

[@theperson7718]

I wish they would just bring back the V rod cause it looks way better then this bike.

[@DakotaDoc]

OK great review. Honestly I always root for HD. Glad to see they are coming around and making something that will appeal to those that want something other than a cruiser.

[@oldbuzzard76]

I like that engine that looks like an air compressor ! Makes it look very industrial . Add some dirt and grime , and , there you go !

[@djaybeetoo]

Not sure on the rectangle front headlight

[@Kw-ny8yq]

Love your comments. Bought one after 🤭😉

[@KSMotoCafe]

C2W: I am not a huge fan of Diavel! Ducati gives Chase a Diavel Also C2W: I had it all wrong! This Diavel is friggen amazing! 🤣 I'm just jealous Chase, great review Chase, I share similar thoughts about the Sportster S' performance and handling. Not a big fan of the overall look or the sound of the bike but this is the new age of HD, so mind as well embrace it.

[@mrbadguysan]

Having ridden Harleys, sportbikes, tourers, and given it up; I might try this on for size some day.

[@seanthetattooartist1670]

Would love to see a video of you guys just going on a long cruise and road tripping the bikes. Would be great content🤘🏻

[@GiveMeYoSammich]

Honestly I miss the 60fps videos

[@Lookatthebottom]

Impressive bike, but kind of fugly from the waist down. That bar for the rear lights and plates is OMG, ready for delete. Take off about 75 pounds of chunkiness from the bike and it would be better.

[@csolivais1979]

Definitely needs a tail delete, and that exhaust is fuguly! I think Harley doesn't care to design them well becuse they know that's the first thing people change anyways.

[@SmoothOperator412]

Sportbike guy here! I have an R1. I want one of these as a second bike. Strongly considering it

[@toofastnobrakes]

OC: kodlin makes a 1 inch lift “and lowering kit” for the sportster S. Might be worth checking out to pick up a little more corner clearance

[@robertmcdaid746]

OC Chase I understand why you like the S so much. I rode Sport Bikes and sold off my R1 about 10 years ago and bought a Night Train I never did make the transition to a pure cruiser. it lasted 2 years before I decided to sell it and stopped riding altogether. Last year before the announcement of new Sportster line up I ended up buying a Vrod Muscle....... closer at least power wise to my R1 but with the forward controls and 675 lbs and clam shell ergo's It wasn't a cruiser, nor a sport bike. After watching your California Presser I order a 2022 Vivid Black complete with Mid Controls! Love your channel.

[@herroic]

Would you recommend this bike to a first timer with some riding experience?

[@Frank_Torre]

OC: Would love to see a comparison between the Sportster S and the Indian FTR.

[@erikk1135]

OC can you guys do a "first ride" shop review of the sportster S. Brian had awesome reviews of the Ducati street fighter and Aprilia. Bo did great with adventure bike.

[@themrknowitall1]

I have a pan America and the bike itself isn’t bad per say but the electronics are it has been in the shop a lot for issues with them

[@bishop883i]

OC Incremental mod videos. so you can see how a single change effects the dynamic of the motorcycle.

[@willieraley6821]

Sick bike man the only Harley I truly appreciate

[@clivejones7995]

Picking mine up 2morrow, its 2 bikes in one rain mode for town, sport mode for the grin factor.

[@alexandrosbagkas]

Cool looking bike. AND a water-cooled engine for us city commuters (ok I can live with the loss of "Harleyism")!!! But why? WHY? not dual Brembos in the front wheel? The bike's cost doesn't justify the lack of... Always safety first!

[@thumperss79]

OC ... theirs just something to say about how it doesnt sound like a harley.. i know its liquid cooled and everything, but still it needs some bite.

[@wooddawg4868]

The bike needs taller handlebars. Other than that it's an amazing bike with new technology, a new engine that's less labor intensive, more powerful, and most of all liquid-cooled that takes care of a variety of issues.

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

taller and pushed way back to reach them. What a design flaw !

[@deanbush]

I. . this motorcycle!! How would you compare this to the Triumph Speedmaster 1200, which is what I have. Should I trade it in for the Sportster S?

[@yulbrenner]

Excellent observation about the context of your test rides informing your closing thoughts. That means a lot. If you love a bike in it's ideal if not pictureesque conditions but you take it home and it you don't like in your daily conditions it'll eventually turn sour.

[@mloclam6917]

Yeah nice jacket, should be amazing for the week of summer here in Sweden

[@ItzMorphinTime22]

I was definitely on the fence with this bike when it first dropped. Look forward to seeing what you do with it! OC

[@gothops154]

I ride bikes in SoCal and I can’t ride anywhere else. I just saw the Nightster debuted on several different channels and HD took them to all my normal roads. Now I’m splitting time in Austin Tx and I don’t even have a bike here, no point, these roads don’t even come remotely close, not LCR, not anything

[@ganuvien]

I can definitely say as a Californian who moved to Texas the riding roads out here aren't the greatest and usually short distance. There's some decent rides like the Twisted Sisters but road conditions vary and it can be far from most. If you're in Austin check out Park Road 4 near Marble falls, it's longer than LCR and not as patrolled by cops.

[@gothops154]

@@ganuvien I literally have my motorcycle in Cali and fly out to ride it throughout the year lmao

[@cmanning007]

I am really considering making this my first america bike

[@johnengland8619]

You are going to be disappointed

[@cmanning007]

@@johnengland8619 Why is that for reference I have a ducati scambler cafe racer

[@johnengland8619]

@@cmanning007 it has heavy wheels, single disc brake up front, 3 gallon tank, forward controls, 2 inches of rear wheel travel, tiny seat, no rear seat or pegs, so I don't think it is worth the money and it's incomplete, I wanted an American bike most of my life but compared to a metric alternative it wasn't worth it financially, BTW I'm 53 and ride 03 Vfr800 and 150cc motorcycle/scooter

[@cmanning007]

@@johnengland8619 Okay so the best thing is to wait for maybe they update it sometime in the future. Thank you for that information

[@jayfinesse3523]

Can you please do a 2018 Aprilia RSV4 RR

[@FnuMnuLnu]

Rebel 1100 next??

[@williambennett7033]

My buddy fast Eddie is buying this gem today....bike is sexy as hell

[@rBes_icy]

tbh i really miss the chase and yummi episodes, but a least this channel is still going.

[@gauravsharma-qo1sr]

Did some one notice from the non exhaust side this bike looks sick and mascular 😎 ? I Guess the exhaust design making it look less muscular, once its changed ! Its a dream sports cruiser !

[@JDelta87]

OC: As someone that's not opposed to cruisers but just hasn't found one that has sparked interest in them, I'd be interested in any content honestly. The bike looks appealing and actually has me curious of your crew's thoughts that come from a mostly sport bike focused background.

[@andyyougoonie]

Just upgraded to the Klim Induction as seen in the Smort memes. It's an excellent jacket too

[@az097548]

Chase. You have to ride the 2022 Honda Rebel 1100cc. Cheapest cruiser/sport bike. I currently own one ☝️ I love it

[@juangarcia-cq1kn]

Awesome bike looking to get one for myself, if possible a video of a quick run-through tutorial of the bike functions

[@giantslug6969]

How does it feel compared to the R3? To me, it's just a smaller version of the R3 in feel.

[@Brpower83]

Its been hovering around 32-60f here mostly on the cooler side in the 30s, been pretty gross, i just wanna ride everyday so im jelly over your weather.

[@MaxTheDestroyer707]

The dual exhaust makes the bike, it looks so badass

[@survivealiveofficial4056]

Seen a lot of these motors from 2021 grenade themselves, especially in the pan American. Hope Harley fixed that.

[@jlg3315]

you are the first one to say what i think every time i see some one on it, tiny.

[@ArneAsada69]

Put a short rider, sub 5’6”, on it to check the ergos.

[@DefinitelyNotMyron]

Almost dropped a Sportster S at IMS in nashville because of that kickstand lmao

[@anthonyluna6501]

When you post a First Ride the day I buy one!

[@PMCJohn]

OC I’m fixin to go to harley and do a test ride from their demo truck of the sportster s. Honestly I love the aesthetic of the bike so much

[@quacktac]

This bike is going to sell to a lot of riders that would have *never* considered a Harley before. They really need to release the Bronx to complete the line-up.

[@samueloluleye3808]

OC...wondering which is a better cool daily fast cruiser between a vrod and sportster s

[@Wall-E777]

i got the 2022 ducati monster plus i only have 39 miles on it and now i am upset. i want this bike

[@angelvasquez7866]

You think if you throw a full exhaust on it it’ll sound like an MT 07

[@kresimirmilisa5560]

Its very nice bike cruiser model from harley davidson brand😊

[@christianscott4664]

That's what I'm talking about! Excellent review! Keep em coming! GSX S1000 Next??

[@jimakcelik6486]

Have a question for bikers, it this ok bike for beginners?

[@thegreattraverse7818]

OC: not necessarily a video but maybe. I would love to see chase rank all the cruisers he rides. It seems like sportster s is on top. But I'd be interested.

[@claudiosakaeshigemi6889]

in the second 08:40 it appears that the pedal is going to touch the floor.

[@chitpanya1987]

Got back into riding 3 months ago. Was planning on getting a 48. Bought this cuz of you... It's your fault. { ...and Blockhead } Thank you. Also, have you noticed the redline at 8k - 9k??? Also, also cardo packtalk and sportster s tft + controls reduces volume. Lmk if you find a fix. Thanks.

[@e_skie2685]

OC. Fix the rear suspension plus two rotors up front and I'll buy one. Lol hell yeah N64, Mario party and goldeneye.

[@YoloVib3s]

Well it's been 10 months so .... now I'm gonna go watch the long term review.

[@roadrunner681]

The root beer colored one is beautiful, I would love to own one

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Shame they used all the extra tupperware covering the motor. Should've used Indian as an example of how to make a pretty water cooled motor.

[@miguel90744]

What’s your top 5 motorcycles ?

[@Matthewlewis24]

When are we going to see the Sportster S on Blood Mountain??

[@rmahi17]

Awesome review on your first ride. Love your helmet can you shed some light on what your lid?

[@torokun]

What’s up with weird position and ugly exhaust on just about all bikes lately?

[@marshall3498]

OC great first ride review in your home now lol. I look forward to seeing what you're shop does to bike to customize it. Also I got my atlas 4.0 helmet now in liquid carbon I rode in for about 2 hours now and I am definitely impressed so far.

[@Accurize2]

It’s good they made that jacket specifically made to keep you cool during hot days in such a heat reflective color… 🤦‍♂️

[@ondagohtrunkmonkey1985]

L0L! The universe...Is even now! Outstanding review: enjoyed it from start to finish!😊

[@markusstraus3139]

I’m 6’5 how would this bike be a good fit for someone my size

[@mickjoiner5453]

Great review, is there an option for a second disc/rotor on the front???

[@georgearcher5696]

What's more comfy this or Yamaha xsr ?

[@powamoto]

Awesome Chase love the design 🦾🤟🇺🇸