Is the new Harley-Davidson Pan America good for low speed handling?

We finally had a rider with a Harley-Davidson Pan America come to my class. In addition, a rider claimed his problems were the bike and not him. For the first time ever, he was correct, it was the bike!
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[@MotoControlEn]

This weekend one of my students brought Pan America to my class. I tried it through the course, and it's awesome! Absolutely magnificent handling for such a bike, definitely better than 1250GS. For me felt closer to Multistrada, maybe even better. Never thought that Harley can make a good adventure bike, huge surprise. Hope it will sell well!)

[@johnjordan5111]

Jerry, the Pan America I tested the throttle had to be turned pretty far to get the revs up which I found tricky vs my "heritage Classic"! Were you in "sport mode" ?

[@roadglide]

Interesting Motor Control, your You Tube description says nothing about your instructional classes, or what you do that would make you an expert at understanding the differences between the GS and Pan America. Sounds fishy.

[@cavraska]

@@roadglide this is his second channel. He has a Russian channel with all the descriptions etc. He is really professional and a cool guy, trust me☺️

[@robertrosson1990]

Lost my practice parking lot due to The old Kmart store down on Oakland Park Blvd was bought and just bulldozed down.So I won't let that get to me.I just have to find a new spot to set up my cones and then be able to continue to practice.Even though IV been riding for years you can never practice enough especially living in South Florida.Lots of crazy drivers down here.So I fill it's always worth taking the time to practice as much as possible reguardless of how many mile I have under my belt.That Pan Am was a joy to see going thru the course.Kinda reminded me of my old 1969 CB 350 Honda Induro bike Which was what I had started to learn to ride.Man I'm getting old.L.O.L

[@dugbucky3298]

LOL @3:52 the rider makes the best head turn,,,,,,,,,he was looking back to see the cone he hit and tighten the U turn right up! Head and Eyes baby, Head and Eyes.

[@Steve-ec6ed]

I think Harley made some good decisions this year with the Pan Am and the Sportster S they're def changing their image and opening themselves up to a whole new demographic of riders

[@Andrewoval]

I agree with what you said but I still think pricing is a major issue. I think the new sporster is still over priced compared to the previous generation. 15k is quite steep, atleast its arguable with the pan america competing with bmw 1250gs.

[@Ari--d]

now they just need a v4

[@AudioArcturia]

A police version of the Pan America is absolutely badass and also terrifying xD

[@jonstone2466]

Thanks for the feature on the Pan America . It answered all the questions I had about the bike.

[@mojomanmurph1925]

The Pan America is awesome to ride. Very nimble, well balanced and the engine is spot on great. If you get a chance to demo it, do it.

[@motorman857]

I did. In this video and in this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4Ominx-oKmihqs

[@pippacarron1861]

It's good to hear that the Pan America is 'very nimble'.

[@yo_marc]

I haven’t seen it mentioned, but I thought these PanAm’s came with steering dampers. That’d definitely explain the reluctant steering mentioned at the beginning of the video.

[@sunvalleyrider5790]

That panam light reminds me of the old kitt from knight rider

[@Sam590ss]

Of course the Pan America is a great handling bike with that wheelbase and rake. Harley did a nice job on that bike! I ride a 2000 Softail standard, but would love to have a Harley adventure bike.

[@davypig571]

Yours is the only perspective I want on that bike or any bike for that matter. I'm still toying with the idea of getting one, but its hard to let my Vrod go.

[@neilkropelnicki1790]

Good to know a motor man You are the man I love your videos although I've been writing since I've been about 12 and I'm now 60 I learned some every time I watch you guys you are the man motor man

[@pwnzormcduck6546]

Im third. Great video Jerry. Been looking at getting a pan america. My current daily riders are a 2020 yamaha r6, and for distance riding I ride a 2021 mt10. I want an adventure bike though.

[@garyguiste]

Love your content! Me and several of my brothers will be taking your course next year!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Thanks Motorman. The Pan American is a nice looking bike but I'll stick with my FLTRU.

[@fivespeed3026]

I have owned my PA for about a month now and put 1,500 miles on it. It is easier to go slow on it than anything I have ever ridden. It is also easier to find neutral than anything I’ve ever ridden. Love it.

[@maamounbenjabrallah3863]

Compared to which motorcycles?

[@Titan500J]

I've been riding for years and I need to take another class!!!! 😎

[@ronlynch7744]

Another great video and with the New Harley Model.😎👍🇨🇦

[@MisplacedMotoVlogger]

I had a similar issue on my Indian Scout. I replaced the seat, and then I was unable to get the bars to full lock without them hitting my knees. Stock bars, but had floorboards. I rotated the bars up a little, and had no issues after that.

[@highwayman1218]

No surprise.... A daily rider since 89 and always a group of MCs in the garage. A few HDs, ADVs, sportbikes, etc. The ADVs are without a doubt (for me) is absolutely the best all around bike. Touring, commuting, twisties, all. If I had a garage fire the ADV would be the 1st to be replaced with the ins check. A police version of the PA would be a great idea. Our dept shuns riding the HD baggers. EVERYONE prefers patrolling on Beemers.

[@alexanderdolotovsky1101]

I bought my second yamaha it's Super Tenere 1200ze and keep my Vstar 1300. What I could say after few weeks, ridind heavy adventure tourer bike after cruiser - like a cheating. But, it also works wise verso. After some training days with adventure tourer on a race track, riding cruiser became easer and nicer than it was before. Summarise: More practice, more fun. Notwithstanding of type of motorcycle you ride. PS PanAm looks pretty much nice, perhaps I'll consider her after couple of years

[@alanblasczyk1779]

Very nice machine. I have not had much exposure to that bike.

[@k4x4map46]

interesting about the handle bar and seating position!

[@stuartbear922]

I think the Pan saved Harley. I hear that a smaller displacement bike is in the works.

[@davidspin5353]

Harley doesn't need saving, Harley needs a wider customer base.

[@mhoeij]

I love how the PanAm looks. How does it feel/sound to be on it?

[@motorman857]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4Ominx-oKmihqs

[@petertrapani8701]

Nice vlog Jerry very interesting. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🏍Be Safe.

[@I_am_archie]

Ride on Jerry!

[@djturnz]

So the Pan America wasn't an issue with the suspension dropping under 5mph or whatever the number is?

[@motorman857]

I didn't notice any problems.

[@tyreynolds1160]

I practice my slow speed turns at 8 to 10 miles an hour just like you told me I still feel like I’m gonna drop the bike what am I doing wrong I have a 2001 heritage Softail please get back to me somebody

[@motorman857]

Put up a video of your practice sessions on youtube and send me the link. I can usually tell where your problem lies very quickly.

[@dugbucky3298]

You say you "feel" like you will, you have not so just relax and pratice.

[@Steve-ec6ed]

I'd start with large circles and slowly tighten them as you get comfortable with feeling the bike lean. That had helped me A LOT. Also, I know its a simple thing but make sure to check your tire pressure. Incorrect pressure can make the bike feel squirrely and more unstable. Just my 2 cents. Good luck brother!

[@Roadglide117]

I like the Pan America. Which do you think is better, a Pan America or the BMW GS?

[@motorman857]

I'd have to ride them back to back to make an informed decision.

[@Roadglide117]

@@PetrolJunkie thanks! I really like the GS when I've done demo rides on it before, so I kinda lean toward the GS.

[@marcdroste4217]

@@Roadglide117 No way the GS is better on road. The PanAM smokes the GS on road, handling and speed included

[@Roadglide117]

@@marcdroste4217 Thanks, I look forward to a demo ride on one.

[@dabisnow203]

Your the first to drive Pan America through a real obstacle course

[@steveledbetter9579]

I live in north west Georgia I have some hills small mountains if you want to call them that I came from Indy where it was flat how do I ride this new conditions when going up and down they turns .

[@filmcostar]

wow i hear the boxes for the pan am are hard to get

[@motorman857]

Not THAT hard I guess. He did say he ordered them when he ordered the bike.

[@abckirov9903]

Any opinion on a Triumph Rocket III touring in terms of easy or harder to handle? Had one for about 5 years now, and I do consider it a bit of a handful compared to all my previous bikes. I'll probably stick with it till my knees tell me its time for a Spyder. Just curious.

[@stuartbear922]

That's not a bike. Its a tank. Have you sat on the new BMW R18?

[@motorman857]

It will take plenty of practice to master that bike at low speeds.

[@abckirov9903]

@@stuartbear922 Thankfully NO. The last couple BMW's I sat on I liked so much I purchased without asking myself if I could afford it. I've seen it online and to me it looks slick!

[@abckirov9903]

@@motorman857 Very true.

[@adamrodgers8796]

What is your opinion on a 2006 sportster 1200 custom as a starter bike?

[@motorman857]

How did you do in the beginner course?

[@adamrodgers8796]

I haven't taken it yet but I am waiting to see how it goes before I get any kind of motorcycle

[@michael_beans101]

dude, what's your height?

[@blackman10970]

Laidlaw Harley Davidson already made a video with their Police Model off the PanAmerica

[@pelosishammer]

I’m first. LOL!!

[@luisoutumuro424]

There is already a police H-D Pan America concept edition built by Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson, with assistance from H-D and others. Here's a link to the video... kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJDZl6Rrip2KqqM