2021 Harley Iron 883 First Time Riding on the Highway

I bought my first Harley Davidson motorcycle, the Sportster Iron 883, and rode it home on the highway for the first time ever! And guess what...I stalled on the highway!! lol.
This is my initial review of the 2021 Harley Sportster Iron 883. It's my own personal review, and I do realize it may change a year from now...
Stay tuned because I show my full highway ride with lane splitting and I give my thoughts on the bike! Ride safe!

[@nksal5292]

Good video. I bought the exact same bike back in August, did the same as you. Lots of back and forth watching videos and test sitting on bikes. I got the 883 for looks and comfort, don't need a ton of power and I don't do long trips so it's great.

[@davep1808]

Thanks for the ride Brother. I know you will enjoy this bike like i did when i first bought mine. I had to ride 65 miles on interstate I-71 in Kentucky. Probably the most bumpy interstate in the USA!! By the time i got home, i felt like i had rode a bucking mule bareback for 65 miles...But since then, i have had the suspension softened up a little. It's now perfect.

[@jeffdriggs2895]

I may of commented already, however, u made a great choice IMO! My son bought the 2020 883, and it is one of the best looking HD. We did upgrade to the engine to the 1200, he does a lot of freeway. Beautiful bike, great ride. Glad u still love it!

[@corvosantini]

I know you posted this about a year ago but great video man. I got my 22 iron 883 last year. It’s been a year and I held off on buying upgrades until I was sure I would be keeping it. Completely fell in love with the bike. It takes some time to get use to it. It’s definitely an old school bike built today.

[@orangebottlemusic6403]

Thanks for the vid! only one i seen on KZbin where someone’s actually pushing the 883 and addressing all the concerns that everyone has heard (too slow, vibrates too much, etc..)

[@rene_from_so_cal]

Thanks for the vid. Coming from riding sportbikes, I kept debating as to whether an 883 will fit. We're about the same frame size, height. Thanks for the awesome bike ride review, be safe!

[@AlexRodriguez-gh2te]

I can't wait to get mines..safe riding brother!!

[@jonnymac8925]

When you get bored with the 883, I highly suggest a s&s 1250 or Hammer Performance 1275. I bought a 2018 1200 in 2019 and it now has an s&s 1250 with Feuling cams,lifters,valve springs, Hammer Performance solid pushrods, Buell bronze oil pump gear, tbr 2-1, v&h fp3, s&s teardrop intake and a load of suspension, clutch, electrical, ergonomic and aesthetic upgrades. I enjoyed the bike when it was relatively stock, but it's an absolute blast now. I have some videos on my page of it over the time upgrading it!

[@jefftilghman9059]

I love mine. I had mine for 2 1/2 years now and still love it. And mine is a 2015. But everything else seems the same.

[@goldengate8287]

Nice freeway footage at end ... thanks for sharing!

[@EssenceEric]

Always wanted the Iron 883, great looking bike! Congrats!

[@FriendlingIlocano]

I bought mine 2015 883 black denim last month I’m getting used to it and I like it I enjoying it.

[@jaydogdogbite8081]

Very accurate review. I have a 2017 883. The power is fine. Best thing is changing out your seat. The stock seat sucks. I got a Saddleman solo seat. Changing out the mufflers also helps with fun factor. Just any slip-on will do. I have Pythons.

[@jamalymall]

Did you switch to the saddleman to keep you from sliding back when accelerating and the wind hits you?? That’s the problem I had when test ridin

[@jaydogdogbite8081]

@@jamalymall I actually switched the seat too be seated back further. I'm 5'11". It worked.

[@jamalymall]

@@jaydogdogbite8081 hmmm. Didn’t think of that. Beats having to buy and install forward controls. I’m 5’10

[@jaydogdogbite8081]

@@jamalymall Yeah, it sits you back couple inches it does make it more comfortable. Only downside is the seat is almost flat. So it's not going to help if you have issues sliding back. It does have a "lip" at the back but, no backrest at all. If you look up Saddleman solo seats you will see the one I'm talking about. It's longer. It's actually called the Saddleman Renegade.

[@nousername4402]

@@jaydogdogbite8081 This is Very Cool Thank You For Posting

[@robbyclark6915]

I know what you mean about the 12oo tank. I just couldn’t do that motorcycle because of the styling of it. I could have managed around the bars and such but the tank is just not for me at all. So I went with the black, iron, 883 like yourself. Love my 883! Still riding mine a year later and just put a stage 1 on it.

[@mikeanderson2152]

Robby clark Im thinking about getting the iron 883 for my first bike. How much is the stage one kit for the iron 883?

[@robbyclark6915]

@@mikeanderson2152 I put a stage one on my iron 883 for less than a grand. I went through DK customs and got a high flow breather, breather bolts, and the xl-vied devices that regulate the air/fuel mixture for your stage 1. You can get a tuner instead but it costs a lot more. The xl-vieds were about $150 and a tuner is $400-500. I got my slip ons on sale from Dennis Kirk, but you have to catch something on sale. DK has twin slash Vance & Hines for $500 and that’s a very good price. The vieds also don’t void the Harley warranty like a tuner will. The stage 1 made a big difference in the performance of my bike. I know some people don’t see much difference but it’s because of the equipment they’re using. If you get sleeping Eagle stuff from Harley you won’t get the performance increase you want because they have to stay inside EPA guidelines and DK customs does not. Good luck! A good stage 1 is definitely worth.

[@dixee6498]

If I'm not mistaken the tanks are swappable and by now you find one used or even new/old stock. Thank you for sharing.

[@ryanwalker9472]

I got the same bike. I like it for what it is. But in group rides with bigger bikes you'll be playing keep up a little. But 100 miles with $8 is pretty nice.

[@raymondgarafano8604]

I have done that at times, hitting the engine run switch to OFF. makes ya worry for a or two when you thumb the start button. I bet u'll get over 50 a gallon. Glad ya like it, I'm riding my 91 Sporty 1200 a lot more now.

[@raymondgarafano8604]

I think on the Sporty, you feel the road more and maybe a little vibration, not much but riding the wide glide is, due to its weight and 34-degree rake a lot smoother. My mother still does not know why I have two bikes, but if she rode, she'd know.

[@bierutki]

My 883 is pretty much stock with the exception of Vance and Hines twin slash exhaust. I live in FL and my bike easily keeps up on the highway at 75-80 mph with the occasional 95 ;) maxes it out once at 115 mph. Just bought an FP3 and a monster sucker from Arlen ness. Let’s see what that will bring.

[@kevlarxkoffee]

Highest I've gotten it up to is 105 in my last video. I have the fp3, Arlen Ness, and TBR exhaust. Doing the stage 1 will make it run nice 🤙

[@jeffskidmore64]

Growing up I had several 750 bikes and they were very quick bikes and could easily reach speeds over 100 mph. But that was when I was young a stupid. An 883 is very capable of running normal speeds on the roads and keeping up in traffic

[@raymondgarafano8604]

It is quite enjoyable going from a wide glide to a Sporty and back.

[@christianbirmingham9696]

Ya I just got a 2022 883 and I love it. It definitely has enough power for me

[@timlester4892]

i cruised 80 mph on freeway with wife on back for 240 miles no issues i did change seat and rear progressive shocks love mine!!!

[@leetnessgaming9751]

I have a road king I just got and riding it on highways is fine for me expect for the crazy amount of wind. It would blow me around so hard made me a little uneasy.

[@IAMDENNIS_24]

I plan On getting an 883 to commute to work. Work is 50miles away from home, mostly do fwy riding. This will also be my first ever bike.

[@Jeffreezzyy]

Get street Bob if you are doing mostly freeway miles. The 883 is ok, 1200 is good, street Bob is better

[@IAMDENNIS_24]

@@Jeffreezzyy I ended up going with the 883 😎👌

[@studavis2602]

Remember you can always put a 1250 big bore kit in it and keep everything you like about your 883. 😎

[@Zbroja69]

Hi, what do you mean upgrading it to 1250? Do you mean this will actually increase cc of the engine?

[@jozefleojr5527]

Really..!! You made my day brother thanks for the video. ❤️❤️❤️👍🏿😀

[@geraldscott4302]

You went from a Grom to an 883? I would put the mirrors back where they belong, and get some pipes and a tuner on it. Put 4" risers on the bars, they fit without having to change any cables or brake hose. Makes it much more comfortable. My 2006 1200L has the stock shocks and even after 16 years they are still fine. I'm 6' 240, and my weight and the weight of the bike help a lot with bumps.

[@grantjones843]

I love the style and everything about this bike but I'm 6’4 would that be an issue for me?

[@jayt1077]

If you really wanted to you can put rear mounted controls on these. I went with forwards myself.

[@daviddraper6240]

Great video..Is there a problem with the mirrors touching the tank during turns when they’re mounted below the handlebar?

[@kevlarxkoffee]

With the low stock bars, my mirrror were touching the tank while flipped and turning. I've upgraded to new bars and they no longer touch. Check out the vid 😬🤙

[@jairusswint6703]

Congrats on the Harley. The Iron 883 was one of the first bikes whoes looks inspired me to ride. Surprised you didn't go for a MT-07, Z 650, or CB 650.

[@kevlarxkoffee]

It was between a drz400 or Harley 883/1200 lol. I only liked those styles.

[@jairusswint6703]

@@kevlarxkoffee Are you keeping the Grom?

[@kevlarxkoffee]

Yea I'm keeping it for now so I can still ride with the mini moto groups.

[@jairusswint6703]

@@kevlarxkoffee That's what's up. If you get tired of cruising on the bruiser, you can throw some dirt tires on the Grom.

[@iiviinstiinct3064]

How are the stock handle bars on that I was looking at getting the mini apes put on mine when I get it in a few weeks

[@chriszasada9756]

Well even though Harley went with rubber mounts in 2007 from the solid engine mounts previous, they still shake , that's what they have been doing for many many years , it's part of the Harley Davidson mystic. If you wanna increase your range , a 4. 5 gallon tank swap is very common on the sportster. I am doing that swap on my wife's 48 special which had the even smaller 2.1 peanut tank .

[@jcsquared1111]

Wow hitting that off switch in an Uber sketchy place. Good save. Lol I have only ridden dirt bikes and lookong into my first street motor cycle up in the air between this and the Indian Scout.

[@kevlarxkoffee]

I was glad it happened early while I was near the shoulder. Can't imagine if I did it on the fast lane 😅 Make sure to go test them out at the dealership before making your choice. Check out my latest vids, I'm now on the Harley 48, which is discontinued 🙌

[@HarshYadav-yw2cn]

Good review. How are the vibrations like at 80-90? Is it enough to make your hand numb or cause issues on longer rides? or is it more mellow

[@randalljohnson1009]

Not my video buy I have the same bike an hands don't hurt but staying with the OEM bars tenses up my neck after 30min on it but could just be my size

[@HarshYadav-yw2cn]

@@randalljohnson1009 thinking of just renting one out for a couple of days and getting a feel for it. Best way to find out i guess

[@randalljohnson1009]

@@HarshYadav-yw2cn I highly recommend that👌👌👌

[@Heli_Yea]

When you turn do your mirrors hit the tank?

[@kalakachi1]

tell me how you switched the mirrors, so they don't hit the tank when you fully turn the steering.

[@kevlarxkoffee]

Put on taller bars and they won't hit lol. Check out my Biltwell Handlebar vid. But if you want to do it for the stock bars, I'm not sure if you can. Mine hit the left side of the tank.

[@jayyboog2680]

Just got a 2022 iron 883. What suspension do you recommend??

[@jairorodriguez3919]

I keep hearing they need power in the freeway just to ride comfortable I’m debating between Indian scout bobber and this

[@redbone6940]

Thanks for sharing.

[@fabianpayapinzon]

Hi. I would like to ask someone here if is possible to wire tuk a sportster 2021. I’ve been told that there is a lot of electronic on it and is not a good idea . But I would like to know another opinions

[@finnsgarageLLC]

What happened when you hit off switch? Engine didn’t lock up?

[@IBreastPump]

I have a '19 Honda CBR 500r just got it and I'm kinda scared to hit freeway

[@samtheman244]

Solid review homie

[@kevlarxkoffee]

thanks homie

[@manni1225]

Is that the only way to stall going at fast speeds? Great video as well

[@kevlarxkoffee]

I plan on doing a video to see different ways to stall the bike lol 😝

[@rollinghighsmokevape9013]

How high your rpm? When you riding 80? I have same bike over 65 vibrate a lot 😬

[@kevlarxkoffee]

Around 4200-4500. If u watch my video where I ride it in the highway, you can see my odometer 🤙

[@Peter-zr8kq]

I hit my off switch too on my iron 1200. Kind of embarrassing…lol. I do it every so often.

[@finnsgarageLLC]

Wouldn’t the engine lock up and skid ?

[@WOODY_85]

I just got my 883 iron a week ago, and I've hit the kill switch on mine.

[@TheLarryal21]

How much is tbe out of the door price in laidlaws?

[@paulbare6371]

great video thank you

[@lucienwmoon]

Hey my friend, just curious, what RPM do you (or anyone) typically shift while riding an iron 883? I’ve gotten a very wide range of answers from 2500 - 3500 rpm’s. Thanks in advance.

[@jeffdriggs2895]

3500-4000 good spot, gets torque up! Really depends on your riding style however.

[@tylermonk3130]

Mine is brandnew and Harley told me don’t shift over 3k for the first 500 miles for the break in period

[@randalljohnson1009]

Adjust the shocks before you buy new ones just a couple turn on each to your liking

[@sounderasmr3706]

Your beautiful Harley-Davidson is the best.😀🤩

[@Tony92805]

How much is your insurance for the bike I’m also in California thanks in advance

[@alexanderalejandro5786]

Make it faster man very good...i have a iron 883 model 2020.. I'm from Philippines...be careful bro...

[@terryshrives8322]

I changed the handlebars right away.

[@chrisaskme811]

It hurts your hole, doesn’t it? Is it a good hurt though?

[@kevlarxkoffee]

No pain, no gain 😬

[@johnvorres4351]

Mirrors low very cool

[@stevebost8048]

Slow down don’t let your friend get you hurt.

[@cafesportster642]

cool

[@badmeetsevilfan1]

When I first got my 883 I did the same thing on the highway. I almost 💩 myself.

[@kevlarxkoffee]

🤣

[@DansVlog]

Stage 1 is not worth the money. If you’re going to do a mod, do it right and make it worth it. For the same $$, I have my 883 keeping pace with my friends Heritage. Lots of power, lots of deep sound, lots of head turning.

[@GeemailMailboxx]

Your going to make that claim then Not tell us about what so called mods you yourself done. Really?🙄

[@kevlarxkoffee]

Lol, I was thinking the same thing. It's all good, I love my 883 and stage 1 🤙

[@GeemailMailboxx]

@@kevlarxkoffee Your rear shocks should have 3 settings, put it to the lightest setting and put thinner fork oil in the tubes. That's all I did and it was fine. No sense spending money if you don't have too.

[@DansVlog]

@@GeemailMailboxx Oh snap! Sorry. I have my motorcycle vids on my other channel. “Dan’s Vlog Trucking”.

[@metaldiceman]

Pretty sure going on the highway is the first thing they tell you _not_ to do right after you buy a new Harley.

[@a-jay1203]

6:27 😂😂😂 Allan was having a long day

[@kevlarxkoffee]

🤣

[@Carolina-ch2od]

I got A 2021 883 iron, it's A great bike ! 🤙

[@leetnessgaming9751]

Buddies such of a aware driver he left you.

[@capixabanyc756]

congratulation on your new bike, and chose mine 2016 883 for the same reason and enjoy a free massage... I am. :-)

[@karysashair4728]

Did someone yell at you calling you an asshole??? 😂😂😂😂 6:27

[@kevlarxkoffee]

🤣🤣 I edited those voices in 😅

[@karasugane1414]

I mean shiiiet shoulda coped a dyna but ight

[@salty8653]

the I E

[@IBreastPump]

That's because the grom is a trash bike for new riders. It shouldn't have been made

[@_lark]

bro please don’t get rid of this bike 😭🙏 it’s discontinued now and the last of a dying breed, this’ll be my first model im looking to get in the riverside chapter this season, same year as well but hopefully no one beats me to the punch man!🤞🏼i’ll have to keep you posted, got an insta??

[@kevlarxkoffee]

My insta is the same name, kevlarxkoffee. I'm now on the Harley 48, which is also discontinued lol. Check out my latest vids 🙌🤙