The Harley Street Bob Is NOT For Me…

I was SUPER excited to finally ride a Harley-Davidson Street Bob...but that excitement quickly faded once I actually started my ride.
I had the chance to ride this 2021 Harley Street Bob 114 at a demo day at Harley-Davidson in Baltimore back in September and was so disappointed by the ride that I totally forgot that I had the footage laying around still.
I loved the looks and comfort of the Street Bob...but that's about it. I didn't necessarily HATE anything about the bike, it just bored me. It didn't speak to my motorcycle soul.
I don't know...maybe I was expecting too much going into it after how much I loved the Pan America and how much fun I had on the Livewire. What do you think? Is the Harley Davidson Street Bob overrated, or did I just not vibe with it for some reason?
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[@sumphtoneaudio4922]

It’s very odd that you’re not feeling the torque on the bike. It’s insanely responsive. Harley’s aren’t for everyone just as Honda’s. That’s the great thing about a free market

[@c0nsumption]

I just got mine and the torque response is one of my favorite things about it. Completely surprised

[@elghost2093]

Same here. The torque on mine is really good🔥

[@keggman12]

Got one yesterday and have a road glide as well. Non Harley guys are always used to more horsepower but at 11k rpm. I like the high torque, low RPM “big block” character that these big air cooled v twins have.

[@ryanmccoy9916]

He wants clicks

[@ronaldthomas9396]

I'm 76 and not old yet, I ride fast and hard no matter what I'm riding!

[@Pstoneboi]

Tachometer is on there! Hit the cycle button above the horn. Should have a tachometer, clock, and total mileage / A, B trip miles

[@cflores102287]

Lol

[@humbleservant1294]

This guy is going 30 miles an hour in 3rd gear thinking it’s going to be snappy 😂 This bike should have been in 2nd gear.

[@rysingphoenix1524]

@@humbleservant1294definitely agree, definitely have to ride out the gears more, he was barely touching the power band. Granted, new bike, not his, don’t wanna tear up someone else’s stuff, I try to give people the benefit of the doubt, that and not really.. knowing where the power band of a Harley is. Not really his fault. He just gave his honest opinions.

[@jeffomspaugh6691]

Coming off a Rebel and down talking a Street Bob?

[@wdsracer]

After this review and your comments I am definitely getting a street Bob. If it is the opposite of a boring rebel 1100 that I rode then this is the one for me. Thanks!

[@allycat123able]

Great bike I bought one it’s a whole lotta fun oh and the traction control can’t keep up with it when you’re on it

[@craigbannister7826]

Rebel 1100 is far faster then the street bob and far more technology

[@sp4msolo724]

@@craigbannister7826 yeah but the rebel is the most ugly bike ever made and has no soul and nobody ever notices a rebel .zzzzzz

[@kenster007]

Fwd controls, pipes and an air cleaner and you have a sweet ride.

[@alexneville8168]

@@sp4msolo724 1100 owners don't need to be noticed. We don't need the public's validation. Most people that "notice" you are thinking about what a choch you are.

[@JorgeSeguraArt]

I got a 2019 Street Bob with a stage 1, setup with some MX bars, 6 inch risers, Saddlemen seat, and a 13.5 inch rear shock to lift the rear for extra clearance. My bike is setup to be a shredder and I can honestly say, I have had way more fun on my Harley than I did on my Rebel. The way my bike is setup along with the sick torque, it almost completes everything what I look for in the way I ride. Im a guy who enjoys more on the low end than the high end. I’m not surprised that you came to that conclusion because stock Harleys are rarely ever kept stock because they suck most of the time. The one thing I miss about the rebel is how much lighter it was but that’s about it. I’m 25 years old.

[@Sr5taco]

Were you riding something else before the street bob? I bought a new iron 1200 in 2020 and am currently looking to trade up for a street bob.

[@JorgeSeguraArt]

@@Sr5taco yes I was on a rebel 500 for like 3 months and got bored of it quick.

[@booki-raw1065]

Do you have a picture of your bike? it sounds rad!

[@fazer2747]

I am looking at a low rider s or a street bob. street bob is more budget friendly and I DO like the look of the bobber style. do you have any regrets about the smaller gas tank? I would mostly do around the town riding so it would fit my riding style pretty well.

[@JorgeSeguraArt]

@@fazer2747 nope! only gripe I have with mine is that i got it when they still had spokes but now they sell them with mag wheels. The 107 m8 street Bob is so good for around town and occasional freeway hopping. Plenty of torque but really nimble for what it is! I did think about trading it in for a LRS but I find it overkill for how I ride daily. I rarely ever do long trips or commute far with my Bob so I didn’t find what the LRS offered was necessary. My bike is mostly for fun and short trips which is perfect.

[@albodoin]

With 114 lb of torque at around 3200 rpm you can't ride it like a sport bike, but you can 0-60 pretty quick!

[@justintraupel9468]

Something must be wrong with that one. Those things have serious torque

[@christopherstrange3430]

Sport bike guy taking an opportunity to hate.

[@yourwifesboyfriend6081]

I’m a sport bike guy looking to switch over to something a lot more chill before I end up getting myself in serious trouble, but something that still has balls. The torque numbers on this guy is what has really piqued my interest, and I was surprised to hear the opposite here.

[@AllBayEveryDay]

@@yourwifesboyfriend6081peaked* lol

[@yourwifesboyfriend6081]

@@AllBayEveryDay Piqued is correct, get your diction right brotha

[@slothman1023]

@@christopherstrange3430I’m a sport bike guy living in flat northern Ohio. Due to no mountains or fun twisties, I’m test riding a ‘22 Street Bob soon. I’m excited

[@paulomadeira4365]

Harley Davidson are for MENS not for Kids.😉

[@duanesifuentes4129]

Pretty bad review, my opinion. How can you review a bike in just one ride especially if you don't know how to start it. The bike isn't a couch on wheels especially when cutting corners on twisted roads, change out the stock mufflers and now you got something to get your "juices" flowing and it can do it with a 60lb sea bag full of gear for moto camping and still be able to do 110mph ( I have the new 114 with 14,000 miles on it. Also it's supposed to be bare bones it was supposed to be a bobber off the factory floor. And if you play with the buttons more you'll see the bike tells you a lot more info in a very minimalistic screen.

[@mattyvsmithy]

I've come from a history of riding sports bikes and Sumo's (CBR600FX, two R1's, Fireblade and a DRZ400SM) and went onto a modern classic T100 Triumph and decided to try something totally different on Monday by picking up a Street Bob 107. Got to be honest, I'm loving it so far! A lot of people seem to complain about the stock seat but it felt absolutely fine for me at 6ft 2 tall and with the Vance and Hines and Stage 1 tune it pulls so nicely, I never feel lacking in power at all and was actually surprised by how well it manoeuvres on the backroads. 2015 me would laugh at the idea of having a Harley but 2021 me is definitely loving it!

[@TheAbreign]

It's an amazing bike with alot of torque. I have the 107 as well.

[@ericknapp3114]

very interesting to hear your perspective. from the sound of it, you had ridden quite a few bikes but never a harley cruiser, which makes your 1st impression pretty valuable i’d say! i’m really curious what you might have said about the street bob if you had ridden it before you rode the revolution max bikes.

[@oryanstreeval7939]

Thats actually a very interesting point! I also am curious as to if his opinion would differ if he had a experienced them in a different order! Very astute observation!

[@TheAbreign]

You should just get a crotch rocket...You're not ready for a Harley.

[@LA-ff6zk]

I have a 2018 street bob with the 107 and i love it. This bike has crazy torque. It cruises so effortlessly. I changed the seat out. The stock one is horrendous. I also changed out the exhaust. Which is definitely a must on any harley. Its not meant to be a rocket ship, but it can be made faster if you so wish. I think harley hit the mark on the whole bobber look. Its so well balanced, harley is so good at making large bikes feel light. I wouldn't recommend this as a first bike. I think you hit the mark on the 50 comment. Thats my age and i love it.

[@briangebert8927]

I myself own 2018harley Davidson heritage 114 and it's very smooth and dosen't vibrant at all, but it doesn't have the potato,potato sound as the older harleys did and I don't agree harley is making lighter bikes either. I set on sg and it felt real heavy compared to a indian chieftain

[@sirfer69]

It’s my first bike & I’m 18

[@gavincostin1729]

Totally agree, Saddlemen seat $600, memphis shades gauntlet for some wind protection, not that i like cafe racer stye so much but makes my life easier, V&H mini Grenades fo some noise outside the euro5 emission BS. fat sissy bay and engine guard for my lazy legs instead of forward controls on the highway. Torque is immense though.

[@snakevergil]

First he can’t “find the key”. Lmao then he says this 114 doesn’t have power or torque. Hope back on your little Honda Rebel little boy, that’s what you belong on.

[@turtle19dad]

I rode both the 2019/2020 Street Bob. Enjoyed it. If I got a Harley I would get one or an Iron 1200. (Better on the wallet). It has the 114. You are on a demo ride. On your own you can do your thing. When I rode it only had the 107 and it had plenty of power. Depends on who you ride with. Plus you have to remember, it is a bobber. It's supposed to be bare bones.

[@cohenherbert3180]

The 1200 doesn't have a 114 neither does the 2019/2020 streetbob the 114 was introduced in 2021 for the street bob, the 1200 has a 1200cc motor not a 114

[@oryanstreeval7939]

Ummmm.... yea the new dyna/softail hybrid mashup (whatever you call what they did) frames had 107s till 21 i believe. Also... whats is a 3 107? Did you mean stage 3 107? And one mo thang... iron 1200 is not a 114 brosephus 😂 the 114 is 1837 or 1834 cc the iron 1200 is a 1200cc...also fun fact the 107's are like 1784cc! Read up on your M8's homie!

[@turtle19dad]

@@oryanstreeval7939 supposed to say the 107 not three. Autocorrect somehow took over.

[@turtle19dad]

@@cohenherbert3180 I know the 1200 doesn’t. I like the aesthetics of both bikes.

[@jodyrogers7443]

A stock Harley will never feel fast, you have to pay the Harley tax then it will sound better and run fast enough.

[@boengel5342]

Exactly what I said lol

[@magistratemagistrate5177]

What do you mean ? Does harley upgrading the engine ? Extra ?

[@jodyrogers7443]

@@magistratemagistrate5177 , you have to change the pipes, air intake and remap the fuel system to really see what the motor will do.

[@gavincostin1729]

I bought a 2021 on a whim, like not had a bike in 13 years and that was a CBR150, then this, its insane power has no comparison, i'm not talking power ranger bike power 200mph 200 bhp stuff, im talking out right grunt at 28mph and still pulls in 6th gear, its so forgiving and wow the grin factor and looks you get, now more since stage one and V&H mini grenades are on. I totally get you though if you have not been into this style and got used to power ranger bikes which will give a grin factor on the edge style grin, i personally get to 85mph then i'm done, its the enjoyment of the ride for me, even at 40mph behind some slow driver, i just enjoy the motorised meditation that comes with it. Good video and some valid points keep it up, stay safe and enjoy the moment on 2 wheels. I also have a Ducati Monster 937 2022 which is rumbly and gets hot near legs in summer and the 2022 Yamaha XSR900 which is way smoother than Ducati also just feels nicer except the harder seat and tight turn circle but they kick arse, good fun and brutal if you want, but if i'm honest the Harley has real soul power torque & comfort, different strokes for different folks, or have 2-3 different bikes so you can chose your moment and set off in whatever floats ya boat.

[@RunCMDmoto]

Coming out of sportbikes, yeah, these cruisers would not get the "juices flowing" when compared to that. I'm just confused since you say you have a honda rebel and when comparing the torque to weight ratio, you own a more sluggish bike... maybe I'm missing something here.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Not sure if you’re looking at specs for the Rebel 500 or 1100, but if memory serves correct, my 1100 is about a full second quicker both 0-60 and 1/4 mile than this bike. Just reporting how the ride felt to me 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@BeardedBavarianBiker. see the cam, tune, etc. is what wakes it up. I thought this Street Bob with the stock 114 was an absolute bore, but I LOVED the Stage 2 Lowrider S that I got to test ride. The intake, exhaust, cam, and tune (I think that’s all stage 2 is) woke it up just enough, and the styling/ergonomics of the Lowrider S were much more up my alley!

[@misterblack6803]

"Owning one when you're 50?" Really? Low blow .... I'm 57 and picked up my first bike on my birthday this year ... a Rebel 1100. Upgrading next year. ... when I'm 58, to an Indian Chief Dark Horse and doing the NC500, Skye and Outer Hebrides. So up yours Sparky! ;) I wouldn't dream of owning anything as pedestrian as a street bob.

[@TheRealBiggDeal]

The bike isn't in gear when you pull in the clutch, that's why the gear indicator doesn't display a particular gear. The bike doesn't know if you're up-shifting or down-shifting.

[@domicam100]

It's not a crotch rocket Bud.

[@victorvargass95]

Lol I used to have a rebel 1100 and I rode the street bob for the first time a couple weeks ago, idk kinda seems misleading that street bob is definitely faster imo and comfortable

[@socal_bobrider]

Forsure hes just hating

[@briank3799]

I'm 22 yo, and youthful 31 yo you sir are a dinosaur.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Am brontosaurus

[@MaaZeus]

You need to give Indian Scout a try one day. More modern and powerful engine (shorter stroke, higher revving) but it is still leaning more into that "heritage" style as far as looks go.

[@socal_bobrider]

REBEL 1100 IS BETTER? LMAO THIS GUYS OBVIOUSLY UPSET FOR PEOPLE MAKING FUN OF HIS REBEL ''CRUISER''... take the bike out yourself if your thinking of buying this bike... it's totally opposite of what this guy is saying...🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@bhouse92101]

I rented one of these from a guy off Riders-Share when I was in the Bay Area and got the same reaction. I could barely ride for 45 minutes before I had to rest my arse! I didn’t like the “mini” ape hangers. Shifting felt “mechanical “, just like you mentioned. It made me realize how much I love my bike (2018 Suzuki Boulevard M90).

[@114bob]

I just got my bob for my 66th birthday, with v&h, 16 apes, one piece seat and sissy bar. Forward controls are my go to every time. Sports bikes are too uncomfortable at my age, and don't stir the senses. Ride safe

[@omw2fymom76]

Bike is probably not the fastest but you are pretty damn slow yourself bud.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks bud

[@Silverbulletzx3]

I have a 21. Same color. Stage 2 torque cam, Basanni Ripper Black 2-1 exhaust. The thing rips and is comfortable (especially with my saddleman step up) The stock one isn't a slouch either. They're not sport bikes. But for cruising and getting up to highway speeds, they're plenty fast.

[@marcoreactionary]

Nothing like a rebel to awaken my soul, and feel like a hooligan

[@caffeineman72]

one problem every motorcycle has is the need for better exhaust. I was very disappointed with my Bonneville until I changed the pipes, that changed the entire feel of the bike

[@DroneStrike1776]

It goes, it's just so smooth that it feels slow. It's like riding in a BMW 750i, gobs of torque but you can't feel the speed because it's so comfortable. It's a muted sensation of speed.

[@ChristansJoker]

I second this. It's a pretty good bike for a first time rider. It's very predictable in a good way.

[@jacklowe9017]

He wants to have his soul waken up? My soul is already awake, so I guess the bike would be great for me.

[@ace.v.3]

I have a 21 street bob with the monster 114. How can you complain about this bike only thing it doesn’t have is dual disk brakes. Hell of a bike if you know you know that 114 is a fucking blast

[@Foodgeek]

I got a new bike.. Not a Harley! It's a Honda Monkey 2022 in Glittering Pearl Blue :D It's so much fun, but damn, it's cold outside. I guess December isn't the month to buy a new bike in Denmark 😂😂😂

[@VtuberLife]

ho dam i want to try a monkey so bad

[@Foodgeek]

​ @evilfrog It's so much fun and it looks so freakin' cool :D

[@LifeOfBurch]

Duuude I’m jealous! I was trying to find a Monkey while I was looking for my Grom and just so happened to find a better deal on my Grom than I could on a Monkey. Around here everyone wants over MSRP on them. Have fun on it man! They look like a BLAST!

[@Foodgeek]

​ @LifeOfBurch I love it already

[@andrewmarsh6091]

It has a tacho. You scroll to it using a button on the left bar.

[@Arische234]

I have a 2022, this guy must be in another world , I can’t believe what I’m hearing

[@Peter43921]

Didn’t do much research before offering an opinion. No tachometer and where does the key go? Zzzz.

[@ash2250]

Keep on riding your rice burners.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Just because I didn’t care for this particular bike doesn’t mean I only like “rice burners.” Check out my review of the Lowrider S and the Pan America. I LOVED both of them! That’s what’s great about bikes- they all serve a different purpose and everyone can have their own distinct taste in them. No need to hate on someone for liking a different bike than you. Have a good day brotha 🤘🏻

[@acdclife94]

Shat ya mouf rude boy

[@andyl2991]

man im surprised you don't feel the torque wow very weird. What bike do you ride buddy?

[@Firestorm637]

I like a bike that scares you when you give it the beans

[@TheAbreign]

This vid was obviously posted by a Harley Hater...I dare anyone on a Rebel 1100 to try me on a 1/4 mile..I will EAT YOUR LUNCH! I own the 107 Street Bob and the power is ridiculous! If you doubt me .then name the strip..and have your money ready.

[@combatdeffective2121]

Agreed.

[@BERNY29770]

I understand you perfectly, brother. Only a few of us love and understand Harleys. I have the same custom machine and I'm very happy with it.

[@boxcarbro3043]

"real harley..." "where's the key?"

[@marcmaz21]

$15k for a bike that’s pretty much blah. No thanks. I’ll take a Honda.

[@isaiahfry6005]

It has rpm you have to change it on the dash

[@JJPelszynski]

Funny you and the Yamm just dropped reviews on similar Harleys and came to the same conclusion. My Scout bobber blows these things out of the water!Maybe that’s one you could try next:) Good stuff as always!

[@LifeOfBurch]

People keep saying I should try out a Scout Bobber! I’ll have to make that happen once it warms up! 🤘🏻

[@dillonwest8505]

@@LifeOfBurch I'd definitely check the scout bobber out. I'm more of a standard guy personally, but that bike is really fun to throw around on curvy roads.

[@mikeessary4925]

I traded my scout bobber for a low rider s.. The scout was cool.

[@kevincabot8733]

i ride the softail standard, which is basically the exact same bike. rear brakes are fine, front brakes are fine, the power does sit you in your seat, im 320 lbs and it sits me in my seat. Pretty biased and bad review, not gonna lie.

[@seanmikhael1767]

5:50 "I can see myself owning one of these when I was like 50..." Ok, Burchamin Button

[@Icybones000]

Nothing better than getting on a bike you've road and learning nothing about it before you ride it.🤪 You ever heard of downshifting? Let me ride at 40 mph in 6th gear and pull on the throttle, oh this bike has no getup and go.

[@CantTreadOnMe]

I drove a 2021 white one and it instantly became my dream bike. Absolutely my favorite Harley in the modern lineup by far. Stonewash White is the color I just wish it had the black annihilater rims like the other color options have. Also the bike was very quick to me but im used to driving a stage 1 Iron 883 which I feel is pretty quick for its size and love it. But the street bob felt signifcantly more powerful. Also the one I test rode had cobra slip ons and sounded great although my Iron sounds better to me. Sound really does contribute a large portion of the experience for me and stock just is too quiet to add much to the overall experience of riding a Harley. It's partly why ive been so content with my Iron 883 cuz its plemty of power and very torquey low end with beautiful sound and looks so sweet but obviously it isnt the quickest bike by far. But I like to cruise back roads and mountains so 0-80 in a stage 1 Iron is very satisfying but the Street Bob has alot more and can be much more comfortable on highways than the Iron which is tolerable but not for enjoyable on a highway. Im hoping to get that white 21 Street Bob after next season if I can afford it but if economy stays like this and costs of everything remains double than there is no future for me owning that Street Bob cuz my wages are not rising with the rise of energy and goods and insurance etc.

[@BlueCollarRay]

Have a 22 Street Bob 114, for my daily commuter. 14k now, I definitely don’t regret it. It’s faster than you think.

[@SooHighFashion]

If you wanted to see your rpms you should of pressed the button above the horn. Got rpms, trip a/b, clock etc etc lol wish I was there to tell you, bugging me haha. Great review, I own a 2020 softail standard which is basically the same besides not being blacked out and have the 107 instead of the 114. A lot of people who ride a harley with the 107/114 said the 107 feels quicker or more twitchy on the throttle. Probably because of the gearing. I got my license in 2019 I think yeah and my first bike was a 2019 HD iron 1200 which i got from that same dealer, then I traded in for the 2020 softail standard, got my standard before they announced they were putting the 114 into the street bobs instead of the 107 but I kinda figured they'd do that. I guess since you've ridden much faster bikes I don't really have anything to compare because I've literally only rode 2 Harleys lol but my standard feels real quick to me. I've got my standard built into the "club style" look. Pull back risers with some dirt bike handlebars shorty levers from 1fngr and a stainless steel 2-1 bassani road rage shorty exhaust with a saddlemen step up of course. Wanna get some legends suspension front/rear for some better ground clearance. Once my warranty is up I'll probably do some engine stuff

[@blubberboy1897]

That bike probably had a governor in it. Those bike have Hella torque

[@drainmonkeys385]

I find it weird that it doesn’t throw you back… because mine does …. No it’s not as fast as the street bikes… You have to adjust the brake lever.. and yes it will power wheelie

[@lynndale6235]

I've been riding since I was 12 and now that I'm 70 and the Street Bob 114 is my retirement motorcycle, my comment is: If the FXBBS doesn't awaking your soul, then you may not make it to 70 and second, you should read the operators manual a bit before you ride. Trying to figure out the instruments while you ride takes your eyes off the road, like when that guy could have pulled out. Honestly it's about being safe and it's not about testosterone or adrenaline either of which can get you buried.

[@josephoh2176]

It's unbelievable that you say HD Street Bob 114 doesn't get your "soul going" when you ride Honda rebels.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Dude that's an 1800cc plus motor. 2 into 1 two bros pipe, high flow air, and power vision and you'll have a different opinion of that bike....then get a cam installed...it'll be insane dude I promise

[@aboriculturalsystemsintegr3342]

In neutral while waiting for a light? Son, you're not going to last long on two wheels!

[@den_525]

From a prospective buyer's point of view... I've watched alot of streetbob, low rider s and Scout bobber/rogue videos... this is the first one that's so negative. It's even more interesting as you're coming from a Rebel 1100 (i ride a rebel 500). Definitely going to keep it in mind, as at the moment I'm super excited to test those bikes out once I'm allowed to.

[@paulstaples6590]

My 2015 street bob with a stage one is slow till half way through the third gear and then it comes alive , 4,5,and 6 it flies .

[@Sabahes_ASMR]

I wonder if they had these bikes in rain mode for these rides, and didnt tell anyone how to change ride modes. Because I’ve seen other people say the 114 Street Bob is fast.

[@LifeOfBurch]

The Street Bob doesn’t have rider modes 🤷🏼‍♂️ “Fast” is subjective I guess, because the Street Bob’s 0-60 is a full second slower than the Rebel 1100.

[@thtigmif]

Fast by "real harley"'s standards I guess. I'm not hating, I have a sportster 1200 and love it.

[@TheAbreign]

I have the 107 version, and it's fast. Harleys are more focused on torque (they take off really fast, from a stand still) rebel has less torque but higher top end. It catches up later, and will eventually pass if it has enough track left.

[@bioni76]

@@LifeOfBurch You mean the other way around right? I've done 0-60 @ 3.8 seconds. Completely stock 114. Friend of mine has a stage one, and he has done some 3.5 sec 0-60 runs :)

[@JorgeSeguraArt]

@@LifeOfBurch nah that’s not completely right

[@joeburr7537]

I'm sure your rebel doesn't do much to your soul either. Sounds like you want sport bike performance in a cruiser, 😂

[@fernandomagalhaes2957]

I think you may be right in your thoughts and feelings about the bike. I feel cramped too in that stock form; I dont like that seat; not enought padded for the price. I don't like the air filter case touching my right leg. My stomach gets compressed; I can't antecipate a bump in the road; no way to lift the ass; knees are too high. I feel I should lack seat mobility in a longer trip. I feel too exposed to air; the arms in the air and projected at shouder level (although mirrors may be in a good position) makes me uncomfortable. A Harley is not cheap in Europe; must i spend even more in acessoires so that it fits me if there are in the market some other bikes fitting me? No. Besides the tank has reduced capacity; I enjoy going far. I'm old ; on the 70's ( 5.10").I don't complain about power nor torque, but It's not the bike, due to ergonomic and functional issues. And I ride bikes since 1968.

[@saddle8bag]

I like that you don't do specs. I wish all reviewers did this like you. I just want to hear how it works for the reviewer. I'm not interested in all the tech talk. Most people have no idea what they're talking about anyway. Just ride and report. Having said that, I find that having ridden one too, I tend to agree with you. The ergos are goofy. Seat is too low for the high pegs. And I'm not crazy about the handlebar. The sit up and beg turns you into a sail without a windscreen. I differ on the engine though. I think it's plenty spunky for what it is and I like to ride smoothly. Being smooth is being quick. The HD has great fueling and plenty of low end power to enjoy pulling it out of corners. I can understand that it isn't the shiz for stop light bandits though.

[@jasonschwartz9481]

I wouldn't be able to stand having the bars that high.

[@srenhjort7215]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family 🤶🎄🎅

[@TechlogicProductions]

I wonder if you had it in some riding mode which reduced the power

[@mxdc2000]

Enjoyed your video. I've ridden both metrics and cruisers. I've liked both. Now, I ride a Street Bob. Since getting older, I've started to enjoy cruisers much more. So there may be something to be said for your comment about it being an "old man's" bike. These days, it's better for me to simply enjoy the ride more than it is to push the line. Harley's comfort and torque are a big plus. Regarding the clunk that you hear, I consider it a benefit. Really like that mechanical feedback from the Bob. The same goes for the higher foot shifter. It's more likely to avoid accidental shifting. I consider them pluses.

[@J0eBrian]

I really wanted the fastback blue, but the small gas tank and lack of a front fairing was a dealbreaker. I ended up getting the Low Rider S and have had no regrets.

[@riolaflare7180]

I’m leaning towards the lrs or st myself for those same reasons

[@Joseph-wh5of]

Trying to find a fastback, but they are rare.

[@dangoldbach6570]

Different strokes for different folks. You didn't love it. That's cool. But then again, you did just come off the sportster 1250S. I have both and they are radically different bikes. The 1250S is an absolute terror, the street bob is a thug. An MMA fighter vs. a pugilist. Also two things, the street bob stock exhaust is Waaaaaay too quiet. A set of slip ons is mandatory. Second, it does have a tach. You hit the mode switch and it scrolls the data display to different things.

[@tedmorse2269]

Sounds like you never got out of low revs.

[@alexjohnson3696]

Great review. Thanks for sharing. I’m 51 now and definitely wouldn’t have liked this 20 years ago either. Ride safe

[@usamerican0005]

I'm sorry... you might like that bike if you were 50? Excuse me while this 62 year-old hops on his Rebel 1100.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Hahah hey I’d rather be 62 and riding a fun bike, than 31 riding a boring bike! (Aka the Street Bob 😂)

[@davidbreen4727]

@ Jack Dawson, really neat. i am 66 and 1/2 and ride a Rebel 500, absolutely love it.

[@Gwosts]

I wonder if your perspective would change if you rode a modified and upgraded version because we all know stock sucks on Harley

[@ChaseMac22]

Something is definitely not adding up of why you aren’t feeling it. Rebel 1100 only has 86hp and 72ft lb torque. But this bike has 100hp and 119ft lb of torque.🤷‍♂️

[@derekpeace7668]

Shoulder height bars are the most comfortable bars out there.

[@AdamEspositoYT]

Do you just go test ride at Harley Davidson?

[@beakeralex3MCLA]

I just recently got the nightster, but the street bob has been catching my eye too and I need to test ride one, the nightster doesn’t have any options for louder pipes yet and that’s kinda the direction that I want, loud and obnoxious lol

[@marsy_mcmarsface]

I can't wait until I can get back on my bike and start repairing it! Great video Burch!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Yea dude I saw that you crashed! What happened? Are you ok?!

[@marsy_mcmarsface]

@@LifeOfBurch I'm all good. Just a broke wrist. Had surgery on it last week. The bike is OK too! Shouldn't be more than a couple hundred bucks to fix and it's mostly cosmetics. Was riding in the rain and hit some gravel coming off the interstate.

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@marsy_mcmarsface ah man. Well I’m glad to hear it wasn’t any worse, but sucks that you needed surgery! Make sure that if they put you in physical therapy you take it seriously! I’ve needed surgery for a few broken bones, and the ones where I took the physical therapy seriously have healed up better than before…and the ones where I didn’t take it seriously, I can tell when it’s going to rain because the bone starts hurting as the storm rolls in 😅😂😂😂

[@marsy_mcmarsface]

@@LifeOfBurch I've been doing hand exercises and shoulder exercises to make sure my recovery is super quick! I'm ready to ride!!!

[@taylodl]

Old man here. It's about the ride, not the bike. Not looking for a crotch rocket. Just want to ride around in comfort, listen to that rumble, and know I have plenty of torque on command! You could pull a small boat with this thing! Hey! That's a helluva idea!

[@christopherstrange3430]

'This bike is nice for, like, cruising around'...it is literally classed as a cruiser. Don't compare it to a metric sport bike and call it an honest review.

[@ColeChapman205]

One of the biggest complaints is the seat because guys are sliding back when they light up the throttle

[@TheAssaultLeprechaun]

I’m 5’2” and this bike fits me surprisingly well, and I didn’t wanna be another short fucker with a sporty lol

[@edmwftw3930]

The tiny speedo display is a freaking joke of the century.

[@ivorsummersides5369]

Gotta do exhaust & at least a stage 1 or 2 tune, kind of an unspoken thing.

[@LifeOfBurch]

For sure! After this I rode a Lowrider S Stage 2 and loved it! 🤘🏻

[@Peter-mcmcmc]

Funny...In April, I sold my Rebel 1100 DCT after two months of ownership after test-riding this exact bike. I've owned my '21 Street Bob for the balance of the year and couldn't be happier. Been a follower of you on YT and IG for awhile and respect your viewpoints, though. To each their own. And to the dude that thinks his Indian Scout would dust the Street Bob...um, quit suckin' on the glass d!&k, bro...haha

[@sachan9081]

Indian scout would dust the street bob tho

[@LifeOfBurch]

I vote we have a subscriber race showdown! My Rebel 1100 vs your Street Bob vs his Scout Bobber! 😂😂😂 All jokes! That’s what I love about bikes. They all fit different needs so well, and what could be perfect for one person might not fit the mold of what another person is looking for. Glad you love your Street Bob though! I wanted to love it so bad because it looks sooo good!

[@Peter-mcmcmc]

@@LifeOfBurch Agreed, bro. It's all good bc at the end of the day, we all love riding. To the "Indian Fanboys & Harley Haters," read the stats. Nothing in the Scout family comes close to the Street Bob; the Chief family, on the other hand, would be a far more apt comparison.

[@alexandercoll4863]

Not enough power!? 119 foot pounds of torque!!!! Thats a 114 Milwaukee 8

[@tthomas3427]

Exactly!

[@blackhawk7r221]

It’s like a kid taking his first Harley ride.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Wow that’s so funny

[@michaelsisk5938]

It is ironic that you do not like this bike as it is one that I want to test ride. I currently own a 2022 Harley Davidson Nightster and the bike is fast when it is properly working. I had high hope for my bike but after it stalled while riding to work it is time to get rid of it. My previous bike was a Ducati hence I prefer a sport bike performance.

[@Trey-vm5fc]

Another great video, thanks so much. I thought I heard you reference not being old at 50 years of age!!!🥺

[@mcscotty325]

That's the thing with Harleys. They're really expensive to buy and then you have to throw down another pile of cash to get them sorted.

[@Firestorm637]

Most Harley’s lounge chair position for long distance cruising

[@mistermaquaid1259]

thank you! the looks, suspension, transmission and handle bars are better than expected but seat, brakes, and engine are a disappointment

[@jakekelly7634]

Highly suggest trying out the Indian Scout if you get a chance. Bought one last March and I don't regret a single thing. Incredible bike

[@LifeOfBurch]

People keep suggesting that! I’ll have to try getting my hands on one soon!

[@cdpc211]

Get a Dyna Street Bob and it would wake up your soul.

[@camkillhack]

I have a 22 street bob and one thing I have to say is that you didn't really explore its rpm range. On the other hand HD seriously tuned down the motor to only around 80. The 114 can make around 100 at 3200rpm if tuned correctly, on the other its also just a cruiser. It has a odometer, trip A, trip B, fuel range, clock and tachometer in that order on a cycle accessible by pressing that circle looking button. Its a great ride if the wind is down but other than that the rides are always great

[@breakfast00club..11]

I have one I like it. But one thing I agree with you about.. the breaks are pitiful.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

Big bucks $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ for what ??? This model is way to cramped up for comfortable cruising. In addition, a pitiful excuse for passenger seat, and just plain ugly. Bring back the full size dyna !!!!!!

[@markdamm1609]

It has a tach, it won't show what gear you're in with the clutch pulled in because it doesn't know what gear you may be switching to. Dude are you kidding me?

[@Ishootfilm412]

L O L this is a troll video correct? This bike has a ton of balls I have no idea what you’re talking about