Is This Brand New Sportster S The Cruiser That Will SAVE Harley-Davidson?

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Harley-Davidson has been teasing their Custom 1250 concept for quite a long time now, but the production version is finally here. In this video, Kase and Alex fill you in on everything you need to know about H-D's new model, the Sportster S.
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[@toofastnobrakes]

BRING BACK THE BRONX!!!!! That would be a sporty Harley…..

[@KevinButler816]

Just by the hints they are giving the Bronx will be made

[@JustForFun-zh7cy]

@@KevinButler816 Just by the hints, they should have made it first then followed up with this

[@bwalts6570]

dude this is the bronx. look at old RnD pictures

[@toofastnobrakes]

@@bwalts6570 this is the custom 1250 concept renamed. The Bronx had completely different body lines, riding position, lights, motor, wheelbase etc. very different bike

[@Mike-sBike]

Bronx, shit name, Sportster is iconic.

[@sissydreams7494]

Much lower weight and much greater power & torque. Great! All that power with just one disc in front seems like the brakes will be over matched. Lots of power, with a 3.1 gallon tank, seems like the range will be not much over 100 miles. Lots to like, though. However, the pricing is rough. Starts at $15,000 (without adding about $700 in mid-controls, for shorter riders). HD continues to move their pricing up-stream, which won't help them attract younger new riders. It's difficult to be the American working person's moto-company when only doctors, dentists & lawyers can afford your bikes!

[@THEBANDIT7979]

It looks like a 48 crossed with a vrod.

[@JustForFun-zh7cy]

It looks like a 2 hr meeting were people got tired and said "Oh, ok yeah"

[@amadeuscrossing7061]

They were like, let's not reinvent the wheel. Bring back out most reliable engine, modernize it and name the bike after our best selling bike. What could go wrong?

[@MichaelFinkSunCommercialSolar]

I was thinking the same. That engine looks really familiar.

[@thepab3072]

Finally a HD that I want, about time HD :)

[@ajyoussef2927]

You guys rock! I love this TFL channel

[@jonathantyree8172]

This is what happens when the cage gets rattled. If you like this bike. Thank Indian

[@robbeltran]

That circled TFT display is right from the new Indian Chief. I couldn't agree with you more.

[@ausforce1]

True but Indian can Thank Victory they were the true pioneers ! and we can also thank Triumph for showing both Indian and Harley Davidson that you can use modern water cooling in classic style bikes and that you can have an ultra modern line up of bikes as well as your classic retro style line up and not loose customers from ether.

[@andydavis369]

Actually I think you can thank CARB and the EU for it. They are killing the old engines. HD can go with new tech or not sell bikes.

[@jonathantyree8172]

@@andydavis369 i very much agree with that. Harley couldn't ignore that they were getting left in the dust. Europe is a huge factor

[@ChrisHensley]

Indian can thank Harley for carrying the torch all the years while they were out of business.

[@e_skie2685]

Sport bike rider my self, looks interesting havingmy feet under is a big bonus, suprised on the single front disk but 500lbs ... not bad. Press day is next week so will be interesting.

[@Soh90]

With their backs against the wall Harley comes through BIG TIME. I am a long time sport bike rider. I recently sold my Kawasaki ZX6R and haven’t had a bike since. I knew I wanted a more laid back style bike but wasn’t sure what I wanted... then this news broke. HELLO HARLEY lol.

[@Viperin98]

I feel the same way

[@WW-wf8tu]

Alex and Kase, you 2 do a superb job bringing me 1st looks at these machines. I am stoked to see the new Zero and the specs on that. Thanks.

[@Demonbfg]

I rode Bikes and raced them From 1963 to 2000 and stopped,had 41 bikes in that time according to my ledger.Five of them were Harleys.I bought a 1971 Superglide(first year and AMF).It had many defects,left me stranded and almost wrecked me and the fellow who bought it from me(rod went through the bottom).He wasn't going fast when it happened.Fast forward to the present(21years later),i decided to get another Motorcycle.I wound up with a Kawasaki ZX-14r.Very comfortable and the price was only 200 more than this new Sportster.I haven't even been on a bicycle in those 21 years but yet i took off on it like it was yesterday.It's easy to ride,just watch your throttle hand with 207 HP on tap.I'm 72 years old now and enjoying it.I guess i'm writing this because i don't trust first year bikes and Willie G isn't going to bail Harley out this time.

[@XibeastmasteriX]

Bro I went to highschool with this man. Anyway the sportster s is sick

[@ssyoumans]

Between that seat and the 2” of suspension travel, I don’t know how anyone could ride it for an hour. My 2005 1200 Custom, I can go for several hours, about 180 miles before I get too fidgety on the seat. So much for a passenger?

[@ssyoumans]

@@somejerk1520 Not that bad when you have the aftermarket Mustang seat. It has a passenger pillion that is about 4” thick and much wider than the stock Sportster seat but still looks good. Also have a sissy bar for her as well.

[@fitzymagee7469]

Not in Australia it wont , 30k on road & its only a de-tuned 121hp down from the 150 & one front disc?

[@BMWHP2]

Nice bike, but what the #@$%%. . . the cheapest option in Europe . . . . €18.500 With what does Harley want to compete with that price? . . . I think I go for the FTR1200 and still have some cash te spend on other stuff.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I think they are trying to be a luxury brand, where it cost more for the sake of it.

[@bikeraaron]

Totally lost me at $14,999

[@Youtube_Globetrotter]

Thats cheep. In my contrie it Will cost 164,000 kr = 19,000 $

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

Yeah same, 15k can get you a lot of bike.

[@Johnclark300]

It's about time that Harley Davidson builds liquid cooled machines. I live in the desert and I used to have a 1977 Iron head sportster. That bike cooked my nuts everywhere I went. The engine on this new model appears to be made reliable. I will be buying one soon.

[@marshallandgunner2775]

How big is the frame? One problem with the Sporty is if your over 5ft tall it's just too small.

[@ahighervibe4086]

Bigger "big twin" pavement melters coming soon!

[@splodge5714]

Looks OK but don't like the single seat and high level exhaust. It's going to cost too much in the UK, I'll be keeping my 2001 Sportster 1200S. Is the bike made in America?

[@davidwarren9204]

I like it. I'm an 'old-school' owner - If it's too complicated for idiot me to wrench on myself, I won't buy it - so the new Sporty is probably not for me. BUT nonetheless, it looks cool, goes fast, handles and maintains that idea that HD is supplying something unique to the market. Same with the PanAmerica, the new soft-tail 'Dyna replacements', etc. Good stuff.

[@rusipathan]

HDs problem is not the lack of new models but astronomically high prices of their existing models. A road glide costs exactly the same as a Honda Civic ($21700) and both are made in USA. Honda needs big R&D and marketing divisions where as HD doesn't.

[@hutch814]

Price point is a bit high but I guess everything is these days. Rather have an old Road King for half this amount.

[@chrisfree6372]

I agree with you ..$15000 starting price for a bike that you can't ride a passenger ..unless you spend another 4 digit number ..

[@diamlierx]

Why is there no footage of this thing with audio so you can hear the exhaust its 2 month before launch.

[@03Grunt-arrino]

It bothers me it doesn’t have wheelie control.. Same HP & 30 more ftlbs of torque than MT09. It’s less than 100 lbs heavier, so why won’t it powerwheelie?? I hope it’s not geared weird. Thanks for making this. Looks really cool

[@theresistance2025]

The best looking harley looks like modern with the twist of harley DNA

[@georgeblumenthal7938]

Really interested

[@Youtube_Globetrotter]

I like the looks of this bike

[@USNVA-yn6cp]

is this a new snap together model?

[@Zookeeper101]

As someone who isn't a big fan of Harleys, they've got my attention. I'm more of a sport bike guy, just my thing. I've put a bit of miles on my wife's Sporty 1200, power is OK but I don't like how it handles and I'm just uncomfortable on it. Mid pegs would definitely help. I'm disappointed Harley went this far to make a sportier bike but failed on the braking. No way this should've made production with a single front disk, I can only imagine the amount of brake fade with a sport bike rider on it.... That alone isn't going to keep me from a test ride with serious consideration in buying one, but disappointing none the less. I think they came out with a bike that will attract sport bike riders, me being one of them. 121hp and twice the torque of my cbr600, this thing should be a beast. I want to see someone riding this thru the canyons, flicking it thru the twisties, and see what it's really capable of.

[@danatkinson6698]

I'm not sure i like the super fat steer tire. However I can't wait to try one out

[@jamez2fly92]

Wow beautiful bike. Hopefully she rides as good as she looks 👌.

[@highplainshollarhomestead3188]

That headlight....so sexy....said NO ONE EVER.

[@alexanderconti521]

I think it looks tight as hell.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

After market im sure will let you have whatever you want

[@bc3nt]

that 3-4k Harley tax tho lmao

[@mchristr]

All the Motor Co. had to do was install a smaller front tire, mid controls, and equal the 120mm suspension travel of the FTR. A missed opportunity unless there are sportier models to come.

[@papertrail44]

I'm sure they're going with the same Indian Scout playbook. Release the halo product 1st then bring out the economy lines. Then start doing permutations. Look at their Softail line ups.

[@TattooedHoodlum]

It's pretty cool that HD is breaking from their "Legacy" nonsense. But it's a few thousand dollars more than their direct competition, the Indian Scout and the Triumph Speed Twin. I'm thinking they need to bring that down a little

[@stevem4783]

Thing thing's competition is the FTR Carbon and maybe the Rebel 1100 (which it dumpsters, but it should since it's pricier.)

[@pizzapartymike6427]

Love the bike. How does everyone feel about the headlight?

[@kalaindahaus1009]

Interesting, but would be cool if they had an optional classic looking round headlight

[@nikitis13]

needs to loose the ballon tires/odd sized wheels and the the suspension needs a lift. Arn't we finished with the stale, last season bobber thing yet!?

[@mchristr]

Bingo!

[@geraldhawkins2643]

I really like the bike but I do not like the exhaust Vance Hines short shots would look sweet on this bike!!!!!!!!

[@candiedorangepiggy3281]

Short shots are the male equivalent of “live laugh love” …and yes I had a set 😂 they busted in two places- welds failed at the flange, and the mounting bracket cracked in half. (I live in a place with a LOT of potholes) I then went with a TBR 2-1 and immediately knew they were superior in all categories to the short shots, except sheer volume. 2-1’s are loud on throttle, quiet at highway speeds/idle, not for everyone but I loved em.

[@byron5190]

Finally, Harley is making interesting bikes with modern engines that I would consider. They are about 7 years late to the game though, is it too late?

[@williamheinsinger7390]

I'll stay with My 2021 Indian Scout Bobber Abs 😁🇺🇲💪

[@BlastHands]

Nobody seems to notice how similar they are

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Is there a matching Tee shirt, trainers and hat?

[@russmode]

Other companies would wish to be able to offer all that as well, but hate in the meantime.

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

@@russmode no hate mate been on them for 21years and still would be but for dropping the Bronx.

[@russmode]

@@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou Bronx was def an awaome concept in the right direction for HD, they are moving in the right direction it seems, well see what else it may bring, maybe a recall on the Bronx release was to make it even better sonehow.

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

@@russmode problem is, it’s easy to lose customers not so easy to get or regain.

[@anthonyrosa5006]

That's a bike I would consider. Good move Harley!

[@jeffreylavergne3090]

Yes!

[@morrisdennis]

Harley is getting its 2nd wind. Coming back strong. That pan America is very popular.

[@bradgt5130]

Harley killing the Bronx is what is gonna bite them In the butt.

[@mcscotty325]

If I want a naked, I'll buy Japanese.

[@GenerationXT]

The company said nothing to actually confirm the Bronx has been canceled. It's simply being assumed because they chose not to release it this year. Due to factors such as the pandemic, company restructuring, and the demand for the Pan Am, they can barely keep up as it is. Releasing both the Pan Am and the Bronx at the same time under the current circumstances would have been a big mistake.

[@russmode]

@@GenerationXT just bumped to 2022 release more likely.

[@WildPine]

Question is whether someone is willing to drop an additional $3-4k on just the name and looks alone compared to other bikes in this segment.

[@ahighervibe4086]

What do you mean? Spike will rip with anything in its class! And spend another 2 grand on pipes, intake and computer and your roasting most on the road!

[@kyfowlmouth91]

Harley doesn't need saved. Was in my local dealership a few months ago and 22 bikes were sold by 2 pm that day.

[@morrisdennis]

I didn't like it at first, but it's growing on me.

[@marktodd4479]

I'm an older guy. In past would me Dr consider a harley, this spotted and the pan am I'm digging big time and considering the S

[@tatmandu1722]

I like it!

[@sibanteng]

they need to get a front double discs....we all knew that Harley's brake is sucks....with 121 hp, it become deadly.

[@davidleonard8369]

Those are brembo brakes.

[@RKmndo]

No, it's not the Sportster that will save H-D. H-D needs to diversify their offerings. They need P-twins, thumpers, V4s, etc. They need lighter scramblers, standards, dualsports, etc. They used to offer this kind of diversity.

[@thanasis2220]

man wtf🤣 HD is built upon the V twin engine as an idea! offering a P2 simply won't be a Harley

[@asmodai2025]

No thanks to the parallel twins and thumpers, but I agree that they should make a V4.

[@ninjako6255]

It’s a cruiser for modern times. It has the technology of the day and it looks incredible. It’s the only motorcycle I would love to buy. I do not believe it’s trying to be a sport bike.

[@DirkvR60]

Great review guys

[@mathiashammar1]

Why release this new sportster when they already had the Bronx ? I don't get Harley management trying to milk models instead of giving customers what they want. Is this the Custom 1250 ? and they renamed the concept sportster... Why not 150hp like PanAmerica.

[@elijahgutierrez5739]

Pan am has more power because most will do a passenger or panniers or both. New sportster has better torque curve for quick stoplight to stoplight action.

[@Texarmageddon]

@@elijahgutierrez5739 nah it has 150 cause it wasn’t going to compete with other adventure bikes otherwise. Plenty of bikes are made for two passengers and panniers with less power. The Pan AM just had stiff competition

[@joesainato8051]

Because sportster name is iconic in their lineup. But more importantly it had to be lifted in European markets cuz of emissions. This will replace it in a large market segment for Harley and the sportster

[@stevem4783]

They could've easily left the 150hp iteration of the engine in, but chose instead a more desirable torque curve and lower peaks for power and torque so it is smoother at low RPMs and you don't have to wind it out as much to reach the peaks. Besides...I bet that 150 number is really just a tune away.

[@gavinnorris6348]

120 hp and a single caliper up front?

[@ausforce1]

absolute stupidity from HD. Its like they can only ever commit 70% to giving a bike adequate engineering to perform to standard.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I feel like most people buy HD for looks than function.

[@ausforce1]

@@pleasedontwatchthese9593 actually most people do not buy HD at all, entirely because HD has failed to understand that real riders need a bike that meets minimum contemporary performance and engineering standards. Sales have been falling like a rock for year after year, dealers closing down and the average age of a HD rider being Geriatric, and I mean literally Geriatric. I have want 150HP brakes that work everytime please HD ☺️.

[@1985GusT]

@@ausforce1 I’m sure it’s adequate for the application. Radial mounted master/Brembo Monoblock should provide a good bite. My 2018 Heritage that weighs 300 lbs more has a fixed tractor brake setup and is more than sufficient so I think this will be enough. Obviously not going to be as great as My CBR with twin 310 mil full floaters and 4 pots but this isn’t a race bike either.

[@davidleonard8369]

320 mm brembo. That's one hell of a front brake.

[@alexreinhardt6971]

I think they missed the mark by not making the horsepower the same as the Pan American

[@AE86FTS]

It's detuned for a greater low end. Plus even then, it's still a competitive number

[@alexreinhardt6971]

@@AE86FTS I understand why they tuned it the way they did but I do not agree with the way they tuned it.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

@@AE86FTS I don't remember the Pan having a bad low end.

[@AE86FTS]

@@pleasedontwatchthese9593 never said it was.

[@humoroustumor]

So I think pricing on the Sportster S is not geared for younger riders even though the tech is. But i do have something to say for my friends in their twenties worried about money. I’m not rich but I spent 20k on a Harley. But with that it means I can’t eat out as much or drive a fancy car. It depends on your commitment to what you like to do with your money. I’m getting tired of people complaining that high quality products are expensive, yeah no shit. Get a job and work for it if you want it. “But a brand new CBR600 is only 11k” Then get that. It’s a plastic pos in my opinion even if it’s faster. Sorry but H-D will probably never be a cheap motorcycle company. They make amazing bikes and that comes with a less than amazing cost. I don’t complain to Porsche that they need to make a 911 turbo more cost effective for my poor ass. I just accept that I can only afford an 05 Corolla and one nice thing, and that’s my Harley. This generation I’m part of seems to want a lot handed to them rather than buckling down and working for it. Also if price is the only thing you think about in terms of riding a bike then maybe you shouldn’t ride. You should be thinking about the awesome times that machine will give you and the new perspective of the world you will get by hitting the road on two wheels. Stop buying so many lattes and maybe you can save up and get a badass bike. Can’t wait to see y’all on the road. Cheers and ride safe.

[@Airpang100]

Nine minutes and no mention if it's Euro5 compliant or not?? Will it be legal to operate on public roads in Europe? Will it be sold here? Will it actually be available for sub 20.000 Euro? Also still no A2 bike in HD lineup?? You can start riding at age 15 here, but you have to wait an additional 9 years to ride a HD.. That's a lot of years lost for other companies to build up a brand loyalty and solidify HDs rep as a brand for old people only...

[@thangknowa2567]

Sound? Whine? 5 or 6 speed? Overdrive? Range? Upgrade Options? Questions, questions...

[@whatsstefon]

Sound? No one will know until we see one in real life. It’s a 6 speed. The info is on the website. Most bikes don’t have overdrive. In 6th, the overall gear ratio is 4.131 it says it on the website. Upgrade options? Nothing is listed yet, but I’d imagine there will be tuning kits. Air filter, ECU, exhaust, not to mention, bags, forward controls, etc. Hope that helps a little more.

[@thangknowa2567]

@@whatsstefon My Road King Classic has overdrive in 5 and 6 gear. Most Sportsters don't, for sure.

[@whatsstefon]

@@thangknowa2567 really? Because on Harley’s website 6th gear is 2.875. That’s not overdrive. Yours must be a special version. Nice one!

[@vaughanboyce3702]

So the adventure bike has more hp than your flagship sportster HD?, this bike is a massive disappointment, this bike is more cruiser than sports with its forward controls, silly fat tyre and geometry not to mention single disc up front? really....

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I feel like they wanted to make a bike that was better than the old sportster but ignored the outside competition.

[@EvendimataE]

the big mufflers of the sportster if removed will leave a a big empty space....maybe not a good thing for customizers

[@neilbrown82]

For a $15,000 bike what's up with the 3-gallon baby gas tank

[@whatsstefon]

Aesthetics.

[@alanhassall]

It’s a Sportster thing, I think. It doesn’t look like the seat will be good for much more.

[@henrybruening6969]

It is a sporster

[@andrewtucker7990]

I went to look at a pan-america at my closest harley dealer knowing that the stated MSRP was around 20k. Them sons'uh bitches told me 40 thousand dollars. I turned around and walked out, understandably. Hell to the mutha'fukn naw.

[@thethirdtomas3]

Definitely considering this for my first bike 😃 (yes I know how to ride already)

[@JohnSmith-zi9or]

I wonder if Harley did this because Indian released the Scouts and the FTRs (their biggest selling bikes)? BTW ... when are you going to review the FTR?

[@juddadam2]

IT'S GOT A 6TH GEAR!!!!!!

[@loop1479]

Looks like it will beat the pants off the Scout in suspension. AND cornering

[@AM-nk7it]

How? you have 2.0 in of suspension travel in the back, which is more like a 1.5 in after you seat down. And for the shock not to move without hitting the bottom it HAS to be pretty stiff. And if you put someone in the back it will probably hit the bottom all the time. Indian has 4.72 in which give you more control over the set up. It will HAVE to ride pretty stiff with 2.0 in. suspension travel in the back and 3.6 in. at the front.

[@loop1479]

@@AM-nk7it What you say may prove correct, but the Scout suspension was SHIT quality for anything less than perfectly paved roads. Loved most things about it apart from it's suspension and lack of cornering ability. Did 13000km in the 10 months I rode it. Ohlins 2"may be more than equal to Scout 4 and 3" front and rear respectively.".

[@yorkchris10]

Power assist brakes?? Single 320 mm on front with 500 lbs. or is it Porsche dynamics...

[@300zxdriver]

I don’t like forward foot controls.

[@morrisdennis]

I'm sure it will be a good seller...

[@THEBANDIT7979]

If they change the headlight to a more traditional headlight it will. Be perfect.

[@ericki.8444]

Nope. This one is perfect

[@dianahardy7916]

Why do they refuse to build the bronx, the one bike everyone actually wants.

[@asmodai2025]

They are most likely not canceling it, but rather putting it on hold and pushing back its release date to see how well the Pan America and the Sportster S are received. Also, it likely would not have been a good idea to release it at the same time as the Pan America.

[@chopperking007]

BUT DOES IT GRIND PEGS AROUND CORNERS ?

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

does the pope shit in the woods?

[@jradish]

34 degree lean angle

[@thehoneybadger8089]

That is NOT a Cruiser. That is a Scrambler.

[@remingtonsteelez6290]

Reinforces everyone saying the vrod was ahead of its time because this is the vrod reincarnated

[@jimseidel3577]

This is really a nice looker! I think it’s safe to say Indian made Harley step up their game ( three modes, extra horses and air cooled). A plus plus for everyone, even the Indian Family who will see their brand respond sooner or later!

[@sethglenn9022]

This is a genuinely badass bike.

[@JustForFun-zh7cy]

No it is not. It’s a grasp at legitimacy, which they have missed. Again.

[@davidpayne8898]

HP is shocking !! 120 compared to the Ducati diavel 162 and that’s a sports cruiser and the same price

[@CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC707]

Diavel starts at 20K....up

[@davidpayne8898]

@@CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC707 not in the UK ? The standard is 15k the black star is 20k , standard still is a 152 HP

[@CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC707]

@@davidpayne8898 UK? Whos talking about UK.....lol! 🤷‍♂️

[@brianaustin1328]

This is not the bike to save HD. It is a good bike, but not a savior. Only NEW HD riders will save HD, not existing customers. This bike won’t attract new HD riders in sufficient quantity. HD needs dual-sports and ADV bikes in the 300cc-700cc range that are affordable. This will get new HD riders. Only this.

[@michaelj.kastner5165]

9500 rpm the Ducati V-4 hasn’t even broke a sweat !!!

[@gobira26]

no one cares about ducati

[@italkgory99]

what does this have to do with a V4 Ducati?

[@thetakenking7061]

$14,000 is way too expensive. What are they thinking.

[@codyblackmer3479]

Ive been on the fence about switching to harley the last few years coming from japanese sport bikes, and growing up on japanese offroad everything. Im not the biggest or smallest person but this might be what ive been waiting for to make the switch. It is either something in this direction or the ktm big adventure bike that i am blown away by lol hondas african twin is a monster also but im on the fence with it also

[@chrislecouteur2360]

They are still making the same mistake's ..... single front brake disc ... all competition are twins ...... fuel tank about 110 Mile before fuel light come's on ..... competition 150 to 180 Mile before fuel light come's on. Great looking bike tho

[@michaeljohnson2922]

Looks better than the Indian in my opinion. Seating position and foot control angle kinda sucks.

[@bwalts6570]

so after watching this video, and even though i do own a harley, I honestly think harley is going the wrong way. so Harley wants to put out a new sportster thats great, but think out this. they want to sell this for 15k (14,995 usd) but here is things to think about. the motor is a 1250. 94 torque and 120ish hp. big deal. again i do own a harley. but for the class bike you can get the same style in an Indian scout. 100 hp and around 80 torque. all for under 11k. and it comes with the same forward controls. 6sp tranny, and thw engine is a 1100. Also something to think about is why would someone want something at this price when u can pick up a streep bob with a big V twin 114 ci engine. 114 torque and 90 Hp for less money.

[@papertrail44]

Scout with ABS is ~13.5K and not having rear mono shocks, front inverted shocks, digital gauge and cruise control. And I'm a Scout fan who thinks Scout wins on looks.

[@CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC707]

@@papertrail44 Betcha new Scouts will be upgraded!!!! Scout Rogue is coming next year I believe....Look at the 2021 chief with all the digital stuff....

[@bwalts6570]

@@papertrail44 you are right. my boss has a 2021 and ive been dying to ask to ride it lol. but even with all the add ons the indian still comes out cheaper.

[@mikesnickel]

You think this is cool, wait for the Streetfighter. Harley is really trying to turn it around. With this, the Pan America and the new Street fighter they might actually do it!

[@michaelbrown1627]

Are they finally learning they need to drop their prices?

[@michaeljohnson2922]

$15,000

[@italkgory99]

@@michaeljohnson2922 not nearly as high as i thought it would be. I really thought it was gonna be pushing 18-20k

[@browngreen933]

At first glance I thought it was a Polaris Indian Scout, lol.

[@ganuvien]

All I know is that riders triangle looks back and knee breaking.

[@bkc_edc]

It does look uncomfortable

[@ima_cringy_tryhard]

Really? I thought it looked very standard/neutral. See minute 1:33

[@ganuvien]

@@ima_cringy_tryhard The rider looks like he's 5'6 or so. There's a picture of a small woman on it too, not too sure for people over 6ft tall our knees will be above tank. I'll have to wait and see when they hit dealers in August.

[@howiethehowitzer7398]

Cool but.... I don't think it'll be a good and reliable replacement of the sportster especially because of that new price.

[@Aubury]

A toe in the 21st century, off the peg reaction, twin discs at the front.. A sensible sized tank, The mud guard is a joke. Less 50lbs. Well done for the electric option. Good wishes to HD ...

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

Is this bike worth the 5k more than say a Honda Rebel 1100?

[@BlackbirdSSR]

It's definitely a more "premium" motorcycle. And for me at least, it looks way better than the Honda.

[@BullittKid08]

Idk man 5k will buy a whole other bike

[@six.....]

@@BullittKid08 but 5k less u still only got a ugly honda. I mean I don't like either one but least the Harley looks good it's a shame they detuned the pan am engine for this

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

@@BlackbirdSSR that's fine, and I'm OK with HD, it's not that different from other luxury brands. As long as the rider is happy

[@BullittKid08]

@@six..... im a function over form guy, the sportster owner might have the nicer looking bike but the honda is guaranteed to run forever and hardly lose its value.

[@zephoon]

250kg, 120hp and no twin disc. Bad choice Harley. Harley pan has double disc and I don't find a reason why this bike shouldn't have two brake disc

[@johnbingaman3645]

It's about time, but they still underachieved on this bike, they should have put the Pan America 150 horse in it and then been done with it ,,no they still dilly-dally around come on now Harley-Davidson

[@TheBrocksbikes]

So is the gas tank made of plastic?

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

I don't think they legally can

[@TheBrocksbikes]

@@pleasedontwatchthese9593 Aprilia and KTM use plastic gas tanks. I know the VROD had a plastic gas tank under the seat. XR1200 had a plastic gas tank.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

@@TheBrocksbikes yeah I think your right. All I know is many of the aftermarket plastic tanks are not DOT approved. But I'm guessing first party tanks are.

[@rickcarcione7670]

If they offered it at sportster prices it would be a home run it's just way over priced for a sportster

[@teslaedison6236]

To be fair it's a totally new Sportster with like 50 more horse power. It's a beast

[@anonymous-ou6uq]

harley engineers must be smoking some bad weed

[@ralfderwerwurm6960]

Most of the time they show the engine from the right side. Maybe because it looks shitty from the left. The tail, the exhaust, the headlight ... It's not a Harley for me anymore, you can already get a powerful bike from other companys for less money. I keep my 1993 Sportster😁

[@ShahamWadood]

after reading your comment went on the site and checked and yes it is shitty.... lol hahahahah

[@Alexanderyhwong]

For $17k, I don't know how much it'll attract younger riders.

[@BlastHands]

Show me you like the Indian scout without telling me you like the Indian scout. Harley: makes sportster s