NEW 2025 Harley Davidson Softails! Rumors Leaked Photos!

[@RidingintheOzarks]

If those are new controls on the Softails which model are the from, the Touring Controls or Sport Controls?

[@nickb3099]

Thanks for a new Sunday morning video. They go good with my morning coffee.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I'm glad you like the video!

[@jerrylesinski2427]

Great insight as always! I enjoy your take on all things Harley, keep it up!

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I appreciate that!

[@gregmcbee2585]

Great video as usual Mike. Thx for all the info

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks for watching!

[@talkingrock7011]

Heated grips are a must for me also and the 23rd will tell it all for the MOCO thanks Mike

[@ericmcelroy6970]

Dang Mike - your attention to the details is amazing. Love the channel

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I am glad you enjoy the channel! Thanks for watching!

[@kdryan21]

Are they still painting everything primer and charging for black?

[@carlbruhn1772]

I actually miss the 2 tone paint that was completely common every year. The single color simply resembles every other bike.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Yes 😡

[@marvelharris9540]

The whole game of putting up photos and taking them down, as if they (harley) didn't know, is just dumb. what are we 10yrs old?

[@dijitek]

Not really a game. Most companies pre load websites with new products. They just hide it until a set date/time. When people bombard a website the coding can get messed up and load stuff it shouldn’t. Happens quite often to many companies.

[@gregmannos]

Im guessing it's done on purpose. Those photos likely get scrutinized like crime scene pics before they are uploaded.

[@socalgolf9978]

Yup it’s a game . Just like all the leaked cvo 24s They know what their doing building hype

[@tennesseebound6597]

You do spot the details, WOW! good job my friend. I really want a new Low Rider ST, but two things will have to change on current models, 1- get rid of the clam shell style bags all together and use a smaller version of the touring model style bags. 2- they need to offer it in chrome! Don’t understand why they don’t offer it in chrome, I guess I’ll just keep my 2019 low rider standard, I get so many compliments on the bike. I just cant get into the all blacked out.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks for watching!

[@kashanimous1711]

Advanblack has really great "mini" touring bags for softails. You can get them color matched too. And I agree, I love chrome.

[@UncontrolledJibe]

Still got my Switchback. That mismatched bag set on its successors has ben a deal killer for me. Also, WTF is with not having a proper instrument pod on the Lowrider ST?

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I think they need to transition to a more modern gauge like the Nightster Special if they are going to bring more technology like rider aides. Some folks like the low profile gauge for a more classic look. I would prefer a more modern gauge.

[@jagjr6772]

Great video, you have a sharp eye. All this new stuff gets everyone excited until they see the price tag and loan interest rates to buy one. Then the Harley-Davidson bashing videos come out because everyone wants it for free or a lower price. Paint options, controls and possibly new engines are going to be huge price driven increases in the Softail lineup. I predict not to many US customers are going to want a Thailand built Harley Davidson. The dealerships might as well park them next to the Livewires.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks for watching! I do think people expect to much and then if they get it they feel the price should not go up… the milk I buy today taste and looks sane as 3 yrs ago but it doesn’t cost the same…

[@streetsean]

Great video. I have an SG as well, and maybe my eyes are going, but I feel like the clam shell looked wider as well...

[@RidingintheOzarks]

It's hard to tell from the pics, but you might be right.

[@freeride6441]

Absolutely the bag is larger on the low rider ST

[@gigi9467]

Unless harleys announcement is them lowering prices instead of raising them am not interested. I have two new bikes in the last two years and none harley, the value is not there and the dealers are stupid.

[@hashria]

Im willing to bet that the softails will be getting updated digital lcd displays! Like the Sportster S!

[@Gobbles420]

I have a 24 low rider st and they already have an high out put 117. I was wondering if seeing the red accents will they be putting out an CVO version of a low rider st.

[@260Jake]

I bought a new lowrider ST in 23 in white sand pearl. I just put 22 S instrument gage on my bike with risers. If they in fact do have a larger right side bag I hope I’m able to order from parts and accessories cus that is huge!

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Nice setup, I’m sure the bag will be available, I will try and ask HD After the launch. They won’t discuss till after the 23rd.

[@noonespecial1217]

So new controls? Maybe an IMU so we get rider modes on our ‘25 Softails? I wouldn’t get too excited on a 117 H.O. Lowrider with a cam bump & factory two into one. Remember, the motor company has to deal with EPA & CARB requirements. Any cam will be limp at best. The bigger question is.. are they gonna have water cool heads, I.E. Gen II M8 engines in the 2025 Lowrider S & ST models? Water cool heads with a small cam bump/ 2 into 1 exhaust with catalyst (😐 I know) could make the power go up another 10 or 12ve. Not bad. I was really surprised to find the Fat Boy as an initial carryover on their website (early January ‘25). Harley is usually big into their 35th anniversaries. One big one was in 2006 when they did an anniversary Super Glide to commemorate the 1971 FX Super Glide Boattail. Maybe they’ll do a midyear like you mentioned..

[@ejdtm]

It looks like they went to Black wheels on the Lowrider instead of the bronze in those pictures

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I did notice that in another pic on the website and forgot to mention it in this one, good catch!

[@PapaBiker]

Awesome video. Best breakdown of 2025 predictions I’ve seen!

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks!

[@KainamHD]

One thing missed on the FXLRS/ST photo is that the cam case is the same as the touring CVO VVT/HO cam case. It isn't the standard cam case.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I did catch it, but forgot to mention it. This was the new cover for VVT when it was introduced but my non VVT SG has it. I suspect it is just a new standard cover going forward but hard to say.

[@heathwest3718]

The purple on that sport glide is bad ass!! I think the matching bags will go a long way for good looks. Great video, thank you. P.s. I dont like reflectors either

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks she gets lots of compliments on it!

[@Bkamaclean]

I was hoping for a VR2...Vrod 2 model with the Revmax. Maybe a Breakout Springer

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I don’t think HD will ever bring a Springer out again, my understanding is ABS is a problem on a springer so it makes it hard for them to meet regulations regarding safety standards.

[@Skidz75]

I’m one of those folks who is tiring of the wording “MOVING UP TO” when saying someone wants to sell their Sporty or Softail and get a Bagger. This is a lateral move. You’re not moving up per se… maybe to a more expensive model? I’ll give you that. But a lot of guys just want the bike that can do longer distances easier. Not necessarily a move up. Good content Mike.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

True for some it isn’t but for some it is, it depends on the situation. I got an email from a guying today who is looking to move to a bagger. When I say “up” I mean to a bigger heavier bike, not better. Thanks for watching and support the channel!

[@tommyjusz]

my question is, can i I purchase just a right side clam shell bag for my 22, now that I have aftermarket 2 into 1 exhaust

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@tommyjusz I’m sure you can cause if someone lays one down they are going to have to sell the dealers parts for repairs/replacement. The question will be cost and painted or primered.

[@jerrylesinski2427]

I believe I saw that Dirty Bird is coming out with a larger right side bag for these models with smaller bags on the right.

[@gregmannos]

Mike, if you change careers i think paparazzi would be a good choice😂. Love your videos !

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Thanks!!

[@azmike3572]

There's always pro wrestling as his new career. He'd have to come up with a menacing stage name like "Mike the Bruiser".

[@leonardoatx3]

I’d like saddle bags that fit a full size helmet!!!!

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I understand why but that seems like it would be huge.

[@FXFBS540]

Get leather pros, and you can fit a helmet. They're amazing bags.

[@jonnymac8925]

They almost look like they have spoked wheels too which would be weird...

[@HowardHunt-s7z]

Maybe the FLHXU is a 60th Anniversary model?

[@AaaaandAction]

Breaking news! Accents are going to be a different colour. Note - Japanese manufacturers introduce entirely new models.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Not every year, they don’t even change the paint options every year

[@six.....]

Japanese bikes get cool new decal kits you mean

[@whygarywhy]

If they put the digital gauge on low rider s, that would be wild

[@RidingintheOzarks]

It is what I would do!

[@dwight072]

Can’t wait for Jan 23rd

[@Mr_Exxtra]

Me too I'm excited to see the rest of the bikes that are coming.

[@kennethwise7108]

They should do a 150

[@rosco1883]

Breakout 121 please

[@RidingintheOzarks]

That would be a surprise!

[@dandude2010]

I want to see a scrambler Harley i would by one

[@gregcaudle2175]

It looks like the foot controls are a little forward on the ST. I hope so or is that just me ?

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I will try and look closer. I didn’t notice.

[@cad4962]

LED turn signals? Lenses are clear as opposed to current models.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Nice catch I saw that and forgot to mention it. There was a lot to unpack.

[@Trailerpark-sodapop]

Katie let DAMION see his baby

[@feline-n6b]

Any changes on the breakout

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I saw a pic that showed the Touring intake, with some chrome accents but I find it hard to believe that is the OEM configuration.

[@chrislecouteur2360]

I have 2023 lrs it has a high output air intake... they have just written it on it lol

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Wait and see, I think there will be more than an intake

[@robertcorrigan3816]

Then why do most dealers not have the price of the bike on them on the showroom floor????????

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Some do some don’t depends if they’re an MSRP dealer. Some start High and negotiate down some afraid if they start low and don’t negotiate, people will walk out the door.. I can’t tell you why every dealer does their own thing. I can’t tell you the dealers have been fined for not updating the prices on the website after Harley did a midyear increase.

[@BobbySchaffer]

pattents are approved and can be viewed to take a guess on next edition

[@Eileen-e8f]

My 23' 117 ST came with the heavy breather air filter and came stock with a bigger cam. Stage 1.5. A tune and exhaust makes it stage 2.

[@davidbunting6582]

All the while they keep the road king with the 114 motor explain that?!?

[@RidingintheOzarks]

I can’t explain it… not sure the thought process…

[@azadr9231]

Champion.

[@dwight072]

High output motors may get high compression.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Maybe but they may wait till they get liquid cooled heads on the softail to do that is my thoughts.

[@dwight072]

@@RidingintheOzarks I’m kinda hoping it has it

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@ I think it will come I just don’t know if they are there yet…

[@manuelabreu8764]

Every year bigger engines. So Harley is having to play the performance game now. To me the Low Rider is the bike I like more

[@wooddawg4868]

If Harley Davidson wants to do something different, they should go full liquid cooling, full counterbalancing, get rid of the three hole oil fill and for goodness sake get rid of the chain primary drive. If HD does that, I will buy one, until then the Honda Goldwing is my brand. HD should put the revolution max engine in the Heritage Classic.

[@KipKnoll-s3u]

Yes and if they would put Kamasaki or Donda on the tank and put a reverse gear and some cupholders and take away all the personality, then maybe I would buy one. Until then I will stick with my Schwinn bicycle.

[@kerrymcclure7503]

Quit trying to make Harley into Honda if you want a Honda by a Honda. Nothing wrong with owning a Honda. They are great machines.

[@MrDoyle07]

I don’t mean this to be ugly or to disrespect you but, in the land of honesty, which is where I see you living, that is just dumb. I have had 10 Harleys and I have beat the hell out of every single one of them. High mileages, to long between lubin’s, cold starts, stupid revving bullshit, outrageous performance upgrades and on and on and on and they are all like a pit bull with a rag in their teeth. They just keep on plunging along. Had the Hondas and the Yamahas and some others and while they were all fun, not one of them would tolerate the abuses I put these Harleys through. They were all broke as much as they weren’t. The Hondas were the better of the metrics but dollar for dollar the Yamahas were at least nipping on the Honda heels. In the final analysis, with satisfaction of ownership, road pounding thunder, general power/torque, the F-16 grappling hook take-offs, reliability and just plain ride mastery I will take even the old 2002 that still sits staring at me in the garage over any metric I ever had.

[@HDR20]

Softail standard has been going away for 5 years according to you so-called experts.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@HDR20 I never said I was an expert, but I’ve been right about a few things and I’ve been wrong about a few things.

[@thunderglide]

the intake you mention on the Low Riders is an air cleaner. The intake is between the TB and heads. Leave that terminology for the Honda Civic boys. Don't believe me google intake see what you come up with. Then google air cleaner.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

You are technically correct but if you google “air intake motorcycle” you will get a bunch of images of air cleaners. Thanks for watching!

[@thunderglide]

@@RidingintheOzarks just pulling your leg but if you start to camber your Harley and put tires on that are too small for the wheels then we'll have a problem lol

[@RidingintheOzarks]

@@thunderglide I was thinking about doing offset chrome wheels on my pickup with low profile tires. Think LEDs inside the wheels would look good?

[@thorout8377]

Go the breakout, pure Harley porn. I own a 2021 model with a worked 131. Think I'll buy another

[@FXSTB-i]

They are running out of pensioners to buy them. Harley Davidson asx we know it will die out.

[@shawnjoseph7522]

Heritage gets 117.... sir

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Do you have a good source or is this just opinion?

[@dwight072]

First

[@RidingintheOzarks]

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