Low Rider S First Ride

This episode's first ride is one that I have been looking forward to, Harley Davidson's 2023 Low Rider S, FXLRS as they call it. Does it live up to the hype? Does it have too much power or is the 117 cubic inch air cooled M8 engine lack luster in comparison to the revolution max engine of the Sportster S and PanAmerica? Join me as I hit the road on this popular model and give my first ride impressions.
Harley Davidson 2023 First Ride Playlist :
• First Rides
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2021 Harley Davidson XL883N aka "Snakester"
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[@satyrphetamine]

Picked up my sand white pearl yesterday, upgrade from a XL883 from 02. Holy shit I'm so pleased with this bike! A blast to ride!

[@KennyQuestShow]

That’s awesome! It is blast to ride! Check out those two custom ride mode presets at some point. Enjoy!

[@justingillis6150]

I just got my 23 lowrider s white sand pearl yesterday... I kept my 22 sportster 883 but big difference.

[@KennyQuestShow]

@@justingillis6150 that’s awesome, I’m so stoked for you! Keep that sporty, like you said it’s a different ride, all smiles per mile. Ride safe!

[@TheSkyhighmusic]

I got this bike last Friday my dream bike and don’t want nothing else..I’m coming from a 18 Iron 1200..ride safe! 🤘🏽

[@KennyQuestShow]

Congratulations, that’s awesome!

[@TheSkyhighmusic]

@@KennyQuestShow thanks man 👊🏽

[@THELASTRID3R]

Congrats dude!

[@TheSkyhighmusic]

@ThELaStRiD3R thanks man

[@grw-usa]

How long were you on the Iron 1200?

[@naughtybikertv]

Disregard the Indian question. I just watched your review of the Sport Chief and you came to the same conclusion I did. It's a damn fine machine. I currently own an FTR Carbon and I'm considering swapping it out for this bike.

[@KennyQuestShow]

I plan on doing a recap video and ranking the sport cruisers I evaluated on these first rides. Will the Sport Chief come out on top?

[@naughtybikertv]

@@KennyQuestShow I haven't ridden the ST so I imagine it will give the Sport Chief a run for its money but I prefer the looks of the Sport Chief's fairing. The vibration in the handlebars is a bit concerning though for those who ride long distance which I do quite often.I'll be eagerly awaiting the episode.

[@carlosbarajas7214]

Just picked one up a month ago i love this bike!!!

[@KennyQuestShow]

That’s awesome, congratulations!

[@terrellgarren7125]

Nice review for a new rider. Well done. To be more blunt about the FXLRS - beautiful style, great motor, very good front brakes, corners wonderfully, terrible rear brake, and rider position is worse than any bike I’ve ridden in 50 years.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Thank you! I was very disappointed in the peg height and resulting issues it led to my position on the bike. I’d like to ride it with forward controls. But at that point I question why I would get a FXLRS.

[@terrellgarren7125]

@@KennyQuestShow EXACTLY!

[@naughtybikertv]

Good job on the content. I'd be curious what your impression of the 2023 Indian Sport Chief would be which is a direct competitor for the LowRider S.. I just posted a comparison review of both bikes on my KZbin channel BornFreeBiker113 while I was in Arizona for the bike rally. Loved them both.

[@KennyQuestShow]

The kid for watching. Saw your follow up comment and replied to it.

[@carlbruhn1772]

Well Done.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Thank you Tobias 🙌🏼

[@frenchiechanel64]

Does it have different modes? Foot pegs can it be replaced by a floorboards.

[@KennyQuestShow]

No electronic ride modes, just the six gears. Yes you can change up the foot controls to different types including moving them forward, which I would need to be comfortable. Stock Foot control height best suited for those of a shorter stature.

[@Phillzillaa]

🤘🤘🤘

[@KennyQuestShow]

Thanks for watching Phil!

[@anthonyjones5833]

Is there any storage on this bike under the seat or anywhere ?

[@KennyQuestShow]

None. Most add a swing arm bag, if you add a 6-10” riser a handlebar bag can fit. Other luggage accessories exist as well. Check the HD website, saddlemen dot com, leather.pros, Viking bags offer options

[@goodcitizen7064]

So pissed they decided to add the cruise control this year. I just bought it for my 22'

[@KennyQuestShow]

Odd too, since it was on back order for most of 2022. They did up the msrp and increased the surcharge for the current models so you likely saved money.

[@almohandskhaild]

Hello, do you think this bike better than the fat boy?

[@KennyQuestShow]

I think it’s a completely different set up on the same frame. The Fatboy is low slung, a feet down and forward stance for primarily straight line cruising. The Low Rider S can be fun equally on a twisty road as a straight road. Both have bad ass vibes. If you can demo both you’ll see clearly the differences and which one matches your vibe.

[@RogerBuffington]

Abs should be standard. Period.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Agreed.

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

Stay with the evolution powered Harleys take care of both said they were both last forever ♾️ they still have it sorted out the mechanical problems with the milwaukee-eight or the revolution Max they just don't talk about them too much anymore.

[@KennyQuestShow]

No issues with either engine wise so i am inclined to agree with your wisdom

[@georgearcher5696]

Should be speedo anologue and revs digital

[@KennyQuestShow]

They at least should give us a option in the parts catalog!

[@Joseph-wh5of]

I wonder how much the dealer will want for this bike?

[@KennyQuestShow]

It should be no more than $19,649.00 plus tax, tag and title. Though locally when I speak to sales people and see the types of ads that are running on promotions, sales are clearly down, so the longer you can wait until December the better.

[@jayrainer5628]

I just bought a 2023 lowrider S on 2/28 after taxes extended warranty maintenance plan 21k

[@chrisk5271]

Is that price out the door or before tax title and fees? I test rode one today and they wanted 28k otd. It had a full exhaust on it as well but I still think they were trying to take me for a ride; obviously I didn't purchase it

[@jayrainer5628]

@@chrisk5271 mine was 21,369 otd

[@gianlucamadonna4817]

Traction control?

[@KennyQuestShow]

One unique traction control setting per mode that coincides with the ABS, turn ABS off no more traction control. Also there are two custom modes that allow you to customize the 4 settings that make up a mode, ABS sensitivity, throttle response, engine braking, throttle control.

[@gianlucamadonna4817]

@@KennyQuestShow tks

[@KennyQuestShow]

@@gianlucamadonna4817 you are welcome, thanks for watching.

[@journeyofjerry3831]

When you come up to North Georgia you scrape your floorboards easily.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Hoorah!

[@juanmcrespo]

103 H.P.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Crank or rear wheel?

[@lawtondevil]

I can believe they are charging for abs.. that bike needs abs

[@KennyQuestShow]

Maybe? I don’t have ABS on my bikes and have experienced some rear wheel skids when down shifting, but I get your point all the competitive options include ABS, perhaps selectable ABS would be best.

[@lawtondevil]

Something I has a 21 that bike rips and I mint have locked up a few times without it. But knowing I had it I was pushing it a bit more than I would have without abs

[@KennyQuestShow]

@@lawtondevil that would give me the extra confidence to push my limits, good call.

[@baharmast11]

The dealership told me the 2023 comes standard with abs

[@KennyQuestShow]

@@baharmast11 website says it’s optional equipment, look under “rider safety enhancements”

[@DRocRSS2012]

Meh.. Get some experience of 99% of the other makes in the market. A Harley is a Harley.

[@KennyQuestShow]

Starting with the familiar. I ride an Indian in tomorrow’s new episode. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@turtlesxdrugsxtang]

I’m about to buy one of these, I’m not going to lie I wasn’t a fan of Harley Davidson, but a couple years back I seen a low rider s and thought it looked badass. My last bike was a 06 R1 w PCV yosh duals blah blah. I’m 45 years young. I need a 2 up seat and pass pegs should I get that added on loan and have dealer instal? I’m calling dealer back within 1 hour please help

[@KennyQuestShow]

If you’re not mechanically inclined then yes have the dealer do it both tasks should take within one hours time so labor will be minimal. If you go with HD pegs and seat you’ll need to choose those part numbers and supply them so they know what to add to your loan or buy sheet. If you decide on third party brands then you might need to get that quoted for pricing and then wait for the material to arrive which will come likely after you take acceptance of the bike. 15 minute response time on your question, how’s that?