Making of 2021 Sportster S | Harley-Davidson

[@nightster15]

Keep doin your thing Harley. DYNAs and FXRs will live forever.

[@HolyBibleOpen]

Owned all of them. Technology rules. They all will live forever.

[@davidknows3320]

For the love of Pete, don't kill this one off. Stay the course and keep it going!!

[@petef.4688]

Thanks dave .

[@elithegreat6463]

I remember how Enthusiastic they were with the FXDR, and they killed that in 1-1/2 yrs

[@ILoveCostcoPizza]

@@elithegreat6463 It's on a Sportster.... pretty much the Civic and Corolla of HD... it's not going anywhere for a long time.

[@TheRIZKYRAMA]

people need to buy it if you want to keep them alive

[@ILoveCostcoPizza]

@@TheRIZKYRAMA I think it will sell, HD bikes always looked good for the most part but they lack performance and tech. This at least closest the gap with other modern small to mid sized cruisers.

[@Prairie_Barbarian]

I used to ride an old Evo Sporty and I'm really digging the RevMax platform. I can't wait to see what crazy custom builds will come out of that new frame

[@Changtent]

Can't wait to get my hands on one - and chop it! Custom rigid frame, extended forks - old school with modern power.

[@alanward9660]

As an “Old Harley guy” I really like this new engine and new Sportster. An EPA compliant, modern engine in a modern bike with updated styling and tech? Oh yeah this is smart. Now I wanna see this engine fully ramped up in a performance bagger with Ohlins suspension, and cutting edge tech! Now that just might make me trade my 2020 Roadglide!

[@snakeoil2182]

We'll probably get that combination, but without the Ohlins!

[@reecetbobby5347]

I'm on the other end of the spectrum as a long time fan of just about any motorcycle as long as it wasn't an H-D. I must admit I LOVE this new Sportster. I'm still not really a cruiser guy but love the direction H-D is heading in. If they bring the cafe racer to production I'll probably buy it. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think there'd be a day where I'd say I'll be buying a Harley...... :)

[@westernjeep4015]

Made the decision to buy a new unit....Fat Boy. Walked into the dealership, and the S just kept my attention. Signed on the fatty.....then the next day changed my mind. No comparo, I know, but the new S bike just latched onto me.

[@SpeedyCotton55]

Between this bike and the Pan Am, I hope Harley-Davidson does really well. Go Harley.

[@viniciusfaria5918]

I have never dreamed about having a V-Rod or a Street 500 / 750... But now I can say I will dream about adding a Sportster S in my garage close to my Street Glide and Low Rider S... Congratulations H-D!

[@derbestrafen]

I have a Heritage Softail Classic, a V-Rod Muscle and a Sportster Superlow. The Superlow may be getting replaced with the S. The V-Rod I'll never part with.

[@rmedal4594]

Two weeks ago I got my 2022 Sportster S. I could not be more happy with it! The engine is powerful and the way it is constructed as the heart of the frame is just beautiful engineering. I got two brothers exhaust and now the sound is unlocked. Thank you HD. I came from a GSXR 750

[@peggypattee6524]

Oh how I miss these folks in this video, brother, sisterhood at it’s finest.

[@hdronnieg]

Can’t wait to ride one!!! Well done MoCo!!

[@Motorcyclewindtherapy]

7 HDs aftery 1986 eco 883 Sporty... I tell ya... Sportster memories are the best. I can imagine the new riders memories on these a few decades in the future!

[@nashslife4044]

I've never been a Harley guy. Never even bothered to look at one more than 5 seconds until the vrod came along and I looked at it for about 20 seconds. I've now spent the last 11 hours watching every single video of the new Sportster S available on KZbin. I finally found a bike that suited me in every way, in the most unlikely of brands.

[@MotoChili]

New era of Sportsters looking promising! Can't wait to ride one.

[@robertsavage7446]

How about those talented people in York Pennsylvania turning the wrenches putting those amazing machines together and shipping them to the fantastic dealerships all over the world. I hope you can give them the credit they deserve too.

[@hallowsgate3232]

Excellent comment 👍🎃

[@wooddawg4868]

Your right

[@natelove187]

❤️

[@westernjeep4015]

Just bought the Sportster S, to compliment my 08' Sporty. Couldn't be more proud and pleased.

[@alexsalapan6329]

Honestly.. I m quite surprised and amazed for the new model, Sporster S. It looks like FLATRACKER with fascinating engine. Well.. Finaly Harley made a revolution and built a motorcycle that know HOW TO SPORT.. just like what sporster supposed to be. Good job.. 👍👍👍

[@jmc6659]

I've never been a Harley fan but this new stuff you are make is exciting.

[@petrolheadfatih.p]

I love this Engine.Thank You HD Team

[@alimonytony]

After a lifetime of metric bikes I bought my first Harley this year. I’m already looking at this Sportster hard. That burgundy and gold combo is gorgeous.

[@robertstimmel1100]

I've never wanted a Harley as badly as I want this one. I'm still waiting to see the reviews, but great job on this bike!

[@alancontreras1362]

Fastest sporty in production, lets put a single disc

[@tuppersdad]

I preferred dual also but the bike is not heavy, the caliper is large, the rotor is good zize and rdrs should do well.

[@ganuvien]

3.1 gallon tank is way small too.

[@538frostrd]

@@ganuvienyeah at 120hp that will run out fast.

[@frankcastle5294]

Buell got away with it from 2002 to 2016 you nitwit.

[@Hun_bad_luck]

@@538frostrd not necessarily... liquid cooled engines tend to have better fuel efficiency, probably the bike will run less rich than its predecessors. Its not gonna be enough for enormous trips but your back and ass would kill you anyway before needing a refuel. It will be just enough for what its intended for.

[@RevJay_Rides]

I believe HD has hit a homerun with this! I know there will be a large variety of bikes with similar power plants, probably with different displacements. I can’t wait to see what else is behind this one. This one looks great though!

[@harley-bichon]

Watching the video of Harley-Davidson engineers, I can feel the expertise of the experts in each field, which makes me more confident. I am safely operating the 2019 Fatboy 114 you made today. Thank you.

[@shadabqureshi6283]

Love from India🇮🇳 it's not bike it's just way of Life to me❣️🍾

[@browngreen933]

Best part is Knucklehead motor assembly circa 1941-'47 at 1:56.

[@chopperchopster]

are you aware of all the oil leak problems knuckles had? That was one of the reasons the pan replaced it

[@browngreen933]

@@chopperchopster Panheads leak oil too. I know because I own one. Overall, the Knucklehead was the better motor.

[@chopperchopster]

@@browngreen933 none of my pans or shovels leak. Its called maintenance.

[@browngreen933]

@@chopperchopster Liar.

[@sanitvr]

ty for trying to change, Harley. Realy ty! Btw, the motorcycle looks awesome!!! I truly wish i had the money to buy one....

[@jamesspencer406]

I bought one of these S models ,it sure is fun.Great job HD workers!

[@atlas3863]

wow! nice bike! i’ve been wanting to own a Harley but there was never anything in their line up that would work for me until now .😎🇺🇸👍

[@steves1777]

Not my style, but it's a Harley and they're keeping tradition alive, hell yeah!

[@Jakester6424]

Finally a six speed sportster! Thank you Harley Davidson

[@roegiersmusic]

I saw a hint in a Pan America video about a month ago that HD would be putting this new 1250 motor into another model. As a hard working Harley Davidson owner, I am very happy to see that you just changed the Sportster game!!! This is going to compete with the Indian Scout and Bobber models in the new younger rider market. Well played and well done Harley🤘🏻🇺🇸😎 Go on Sir!

[@natelove187]

I don’t see any Manufacturer out performing the smoothness and quality of this Revolution Engine. I was looking at Honda Motorcycles but I did a 360 back to Harley Davidson. You can’t beat the quality of a Harley Davidson and the Customer Service. It’s just that GOOD. The year to year sales growth speaks for itself. HD ❤️

[@Firestorm637]

Love the muffler and headlight with stability control and IMu

[@RollingArtDesigns]

I wonder who is going to be the first big bike builder that is going to put one of these Revolution Max 1250 Sportster S engines into a hardtail frame and make a hardtail chopper out of it?!? I can't wait to see all of the customs that are going to be made out of all of these new Sportster S!

[@ronnie.b31]

Lot of emotion there in that engine

[@jhonkafirk]

Sweet, i was thinking about switching my 2019 48 soon and NOW i have a perfect option. talk about timing.

[@olironrider8918]

Really looks sweet...!! (even to this 75 year old Sportster rider)

[@gm16v149]

Yes but the vibration. Unless you’ve got the newer rubber mounted engine. My ‘91 1200XL sure vibrates. Also you’ve got 3 years on me but at least we’re still riding!

[@olironrider8918]

@@gm16v149 Even with a rubber mounted engine, it’s still shaky... But that doesn’t bother me much.. when I ride I just take my teeth out...!!!! LoL 😆

[@splodge57]

Couldn't they style it along the continued lines of the Sportster but with modern features. Instruments, suspension, brakes and the engine. The Triumph Speed Twin has a new watercooled engine but it looks like the old air cooled Bonneville engine with all the plumbing hidden and an unobtrusive radiator. This just doesn't look like a Sportster.

[@michaelxwhite]

Yeah, it looks like a v-rod

[@RollingArtDesigns]

@@michaelxwhite I think it looks like a Sportster 48 Bobber and a V-Rod had a wild night of drunken debauchery and birthed a mutant offspring that is part Bobber/Cafe Racer!

[@ToroMateo]

🔥 Well done, Harley!

[@laughingstalk1343]

This explains the $14,900 price tag. Made by people who put their heart and soul, blood, sweat, and tears into making this rolling masterpiece.

[@laughingstalk1343]

@@ginojardinsolivier4120 yeah, that TFT display

[@RandyCRR]

Harley-Davidson also has union workers , not scabs!

[@TheAsheybabe89]

@@RandyCRR union workers is a detraction against the company and bike. That means they have people who are more likely to be protected when they do substandard work.

[@angryeagle6537]

@@RandyCRR THANK YOU

[@frankcastle5294]

That right there is one beautiful motor. Reminds me of the 60 degree Rotax in the Buell 1125 circa 2008-2010 but without all the drama and valve lash BS.

[@jpapss]

It's almost a copy paste of the vrod motor that Porsche built for them. Americans just can't build anything decent themselves.

[@frankcastle5294]

@@jpapss You must be one of those superior Brits. Men on the Moon Score: America-12...Rest of you losers-0

[@geeteoh1]

@@jpapss Nope. 100% new. Nothing carried over. BTW Porsche advised on that vrod motor. It was mostly HD effort.

[@tinman3586]

I think Harley-Davidson should always make some old school air-cooled V-twins. But it's good to see them branching out and embracing new technology with bikes like the Pan America and the Sportster S. I think the company is definitely moving in the right direction.

[@Saguzar007]

A beautiful motorcycle

[@nohothanddalehough3092]

I wrote off HD a few years ago but they are now finally starting to bail out that sinking ship. It’s gonna take more than 2 bikes and 1 engine but this is the best we have seen in a long while

[@CountryBoyPicker-v7n]

Ladies an gentlemen the 2021 Harley VRodSter. 😉

[@Dinoxt12]

I knew it was about time for a new engine & change is on the way for the line-up. Looks like if you like the v-twin air-cooled Harley Engine you will have to buy used or keep the air-cooled v-twin bike you have now . A error coming to a end . Looks like my 2009 Heritage Flstc will be with me for long time . The new engine is impressive, I like it .

[@PAULY-P]

I own a 09' StreetGlide and I'm willing to trade it for a 97'-99' EVO softail. The only thing i would miss is the hard bags.

[@MrMrrome]

Will this new frame design be strong enough to be a stunt bike like the older models?

[@chiefenumclaw7960]

Good job team!

[@timr4853]

Lots of good things with this bike, but will have to wait and see about the weak looking front brake and 160 series tire up front!

[@martincvitkovich724]

what is the difference in this motor and the V Rod's?

[@shaymus1968]

Exactly. Put this in it's own class. To me that isn't a sportster. Look like a v-rod. Utter crap, if you ask me.

[@PAULY-P]

Lets just hope this one doesn't need valve adjustments and higher maintenance like the original revolutions.

[@TheImtoomuch]

When your Harley has problems, remember that it's these union members that assembled it. I hope this new Sportster S doesn't have any issues because it's freaking awesome!

[@greysea4841]

This bike looks great and I'm definitely considering it as my first Harley. I visitited the dealer a few weeks ago but just couldn't get into the laid back ride of the softails; I'm still a few years away from that. The Sportster S looks like a much more spirited riding experience than the cruisers. Great job overall. Hope to see a Supersport version straight from the factory with 150 hp, complemented with further upgrades to the brakes, suspension and exhaust. Something to rival the Diavel and Rocket 3 in the power cruiser segment. I also think it would be great if Harley started building limited edition beastly motorcycles straight from the factory like Triumph does with its TFC line. I know there a dealer installed performance kits available but not sure if I would trust a dealership mechanic to rip apart my brand new bike.

[@gm16v149]

Have the option of more conventional wheels and riding position and I’ll be thinking seriously! I hope you do well with this bike, finally HD is tackling the Europeans and Japanese head-on. I see the new engine apparently has hydraulic valve lifters like on my ‘91 1200XL I’ve owned since nearly new. Correct me if I’m wrong. One good thing about the older HDs is the low maintenance, setting valve clearances every 25,000 kms like on most modern high performance bikes is a pain.

[@toecutter786]

Low maintenance older hogs? I've had a pan, and a shovel. Let me dispel that fantasy.

[@gm16v149]

@@toecutter786 Well of course Pans and Shovels were high maintenance. Everyone knows that. I’m talking about Evolution engines when HD took a big step forward.

[@toecutter786]

@@gm16v149 You didn't clarify in OP. But no, evo's were better, much better. But still, leaking base gaskets, oil burps out the carb.... still love em all tho. Harley's best, fkk the rest.

[@sportyonetaubert5923]

@@toecutter786 I agree Harley's older than Evo's are not low maintenance by today's standards...but remember all vehicles back in their day required more maintenence. 2k mile oil changes,10k tuneups, 20k repacking wheel bearings and replacing exhaust, 40k mile valve jobs, and by 100k the engine was toast

[@wooddawg4868]

Harley Davidson had to step it up again. I use to ride a 96ci, a 103ci, and now the Milwaukee 8 107ci street glide in 2017. The third year I owned my 107 I knew Harley would upgrade again and they did. This new Pan American & Sportster engine was a must and a forward thinking decision that’s gonna have this format phased into all future motorcycles made by Harley Davidson and it’s time. The day is over for hot air-cooled engines that vibrate and have technology still used from the 1950’s/1960’s and the Milwaukee 8 was the 1st step but long term smoother running & smoother shifting, more LED lighting and low maintenance bikes are now what the people wanted to see and not the old school motorcycle clubs and their wants holding things back. Positive change is what everyone demands from Harley Davidson branded bikes and not average and below the luxury standard and affordable. Lastly, I am sure many can concede that going into 2022 there is no reason HD engines should be so labor intensive to repair and service with a huge primary chain in oil, pushrods, rocker arms, lifters, and a hot but engine so now technology and common sense design has prevailed.

[@andrewfowler6254]

Do you all think it will be as good as a Ducati Monster S? I like this new harley. Looks great.

[@AKSnoopy7]

Ready for the two up cruiser build off of the rev max platform.

[@jorgetinoco3499]

Does it resemble the VRod or am I missing something?

[@aaroncox3340]

Ok ok, I'll ask again. Is the crank pressed........OR.....pressed and welded. ?

[@gm16v149]

I’m guessing forged like most modern bike engines, could be wrong though. I highly doubt it’s a roller bearing crank like the old ones.

[@aaroncox3340]

@Jay Bee lol.....ok.

[@aaroncox3340]

@Jay Bee pointless conversation really. We walk in different worlds.

[@Pillokun]

I really think HD has a hit on their hand, I loved V-rodd and thought it was fantastic as it made me smile every time I rode one, but I do hope they make a version with more Buell lightning:esque styling, ie I am referring to the rear end, I would like to have a bigger gap between the rear wheel and the "fender/seat cowl" and ofcourse the rear wheel not that far behind the rear end/fender of the bike. Other wise it is pretty awesome looking machine.

[@HolyBibleOpen]

Had to buy it. Working on it now. Electrical changes.

[@mojomanmurph1925]

As consumers, we are looking for quality more than anything. The work you do at the factory will ultimately determine our experience and whether we will continue to ride or purchase another in the future. Take pride in your work, go home at the end of the day knowing you did a good job.

[@animegamer4885]

Hope it does well! Please bring back the Bronx street fighter love the look! If sportster s goes well or doesn’t!

[@GasGunsGod]

Damn im a new rider this year and I picked up a new honda rebel 1100. We will see how this sportster compares

[@super16g123]

It's bitter sweet seeing the end of the evo sporty, but, I've also been wanting to see the sportster become the sport bike it originally was for a while now. Also, seeing Pastrana duplicate Evels jumps on an Indian sent all my need for nostalgia right out the window. That kinda shit means war 😂

[@THR33-LAWS-SAF3]

I wonder if there is going to be a screaming eagle option for this bike, i'd love to see it with a new exhaust and tune...

[@crspcritter]

What happened to good looks and sound ; missed it -

[@theportuguesewineexperienc5235]

It’s amazing! I want one! 🙌😁

[@richardnalisnick462]

As an F.O.G. I have a 2000 spotter 1200S that's the Soortstef Sport. I have road this bike for 21 years. It is the only Harley I never traded in over the years. As for the knee onr. You can keep it.I will Ride my 2000 1200S till I Die.

[@fba621world5]

Amazing 🔥

[@highplainshollarhomestead3188]

I might buy my 1st Harley if I can get a cruiser with this engine thats good for a 6'4" man with 37" inseam. Maybe some Softail size model is in Skunkworks using this stressed member engine.

[@eshaanreza832]

Looks awesome, but consider this idea: A sportster with a 59 cubic inch engine, rear mono shock Softail Suspension, low slung seat height, and a 5 gallon tank. Good HP and Torque for touring, but affordable enough for beginner riders. I call it: The Sportster Softail JR

[@chopperchopster]

59 CID? can you say GUTTLESS AND SLOW?

[@Immortal2322]

Love to see it

[@powerman1972]

Please Harley Davidson, make a bigger CI version of this engine and put it in your big touring bikes. The M8 is nice but still outdated tech. I test rode the Pan America with this engine and it is a torque monster. Kudos

[@timpaine6352]

m8 has more torque

[@michaelxwhite]

@@timpaine6352 yep

[@timpaine6352]

@@kennethwise7108 yeah that was before the company started tanking

[@timpaine6352]

@@kennethwise7108 yeah porsche did the revo its one hell of a engine i cant wait to see what they do with this platform

[@timpaine6352]

@@kennethwise7108 www.porscheengineering.com/peg/en/services/ourreferences/harleydavidson/

[@moto.bushrider7215]

Updated V-Rod motor!

[@amanslivearth4356]

Eager to know the size of the fuel tank and if there will be pillion options

[@harleydavidson]

Hey, Amans. The fuel capacity on the 2021 Sportster S is 3.1 gallons or 11.8 liters. And, passenger pillions for the 2021 Sportster S will be available for purchase soon in our shop on bit.ly/3xKefxB. You can learn more about the bike by following this link: www.bit.ly/3xKefxB/SportsterS

[@AvenEngineer]

This is the first Harley I'm genuinely interested in.

[@red.riot.2280]

Bagger next baby! Peformance bagger needs to be next!

[@Robert-ed8bo]

Why its made in Tajwan ?

[@harleydavidson]

Hi Robert - We build Harley-Davidson motorcycles for our U.S. riders in the United States in York, PA; Menomonee Falls, WI; and Tomahawk, WI.

[@Thefutureooksbight]

I’m glad I got my iron 883 three years ago. I know the bugs are out of that EVO. Get ready for all the future re calls.

[@Imachowderhead]

Glad to finally see a water cooled engine.

[@haigha7697]

Looks great but also looks like a huge pain in the ass to work on

[@stufoo]

You want modern bikes, you get modern problems

[@chopperchopster]

actually shouldnt have to work on it. Thats whole point of modern stuff. You dont see sport bike riders working on their machines. The only reason I have an 09 Dyna is because I get tired of working on my pans shovels and ironheads. I have a garage and front porch full of those things. The TC motor just fires up and runs.

[@johnmitchell9705]

Now you have the engine so give me a Sportster with low pipes setup for touring with seating for two, 30 liters in each saddlebags, luggage rack for a roll bag, full windscreen like the 1200T plus decent lean angles.

[@markgiles8527]

It has a long wheelbase, or are my eyes deceiving me?

[@ThePaintwurks]

What a cool job ….how does one go about getting a career at the motor company

[@timkis64]

i wish harley well with their new designs.so far so good.only time will tell.they FINALLY woke up & realized their "heritage" crap had actually allowed the rest of the worlds bike manafacturers to get lightyears ahead of them.they have TONS of catching up to do,but i applaud their understanding that heritage does them no good if the heritage is considered crap by younger buyers.

[@heavychevy743]

Well there goes the sportster out the door what other bike can we ruin?

[@palio2004]

The beauty of that engine is masked by that bulky exhaust.. it that done intentionally to promote custom mods.?

[@chopperchopster]

its most likely what is needed to pass emmisions . Most new bikes of any brand have huge ugly cans on them from the factory

[@westoniii]

I will buy a new harley, but hear me out, I like my old harleys too. Oem Repop all the old stuff as well and keep em on the road and HD won't die.

[@Firestorm637]

Great bike with engine stressed member of frame.

[@f_r_e_d]

When is this available on the East Coast?

[@harleydavidson]

Hey, Fred. The 2021 Sportster S will be available at dealerships in select markets starting in Fall 2021. Stay tuned to h-d.com for future product announcements.

[@xperimental1974]

hm.. revert to Shovelhead

[@wanderer54796]

Harley Davidson I want you to launch a powerfull superbike in the future.

[@corgicliffdivingteam8280]

Welcome to the 21st century HD!

[@thevizor7769]

If a v rod and a sportster had a baby

[@filmdetective]

Is it me, or is every time we get a cut away to the Sportster S driving, we get an awful sounding engin...?

[@chopperchopster]

sound. I dont care how it sounds. Performance wins races not sound

[@frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670]

I'm gonna get one. No matter what!

[@250gtskyline5]

Consider putting into larger bikes like soft tail? I do t like the name Sportster.

[@Rage4411]

Yoooo this is sickkk

[@stuglenn1112]

$15K that's 4-5 grand too much.

[@chopperchopster]

not when you consider the price of a CVO !!!!!!

[@jpapss]

Congrats to harley davidson. They have finally caught up to Japanese motorcycles from the mid-80's.

[@andrewfowler6254]

Well maybe they caught up with ducati. Or Maybe not. Still it's a really good looking motorcycle. Put on some aftermarket pipes and go. I'd buy one.

[@jpapss]

@@andrewfowler6254 you must be American.

[@jpapss]

@@andrewfowler6254 no, I'm canadian. I have no emotional attachment to any brand. If it's good I buy. If it sucks I pass.

[@599Dan]

The loyal customers who ride Harley Davidson Expect manufacturing to remain in the USA 🇺🇸

[@cleetusmcdonald6574]

Quit being stupid, the same people that say they want the bikes to be cheaper are the same ones who say that they want their bikes built in the USA and that is imfuckingpossible. It does not matter where Harley Davidson is manufactured, it will forever remain an American icon but it will help it get more customers because if it is built overseas that means that they can drop the price.