Pan America Hidden (Or Lesser Known) Features

[@chasemayer7525]

Didn’t know about the hill hold, good to know!

[@Chase_N]

Yep just give the lever a good squeeze while stopped and you'll see an H inside a circle to let you know it's engaged. Thank you for watching!

[@MadMathMike]

Several things I did not know about in here. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@Chase_N]

I'm glad you found it helpful and thank you for watching!

[@joshs.5623]

You forgot that holding down the home button, changes the screen from black to white

[@MadMathMike]

For what it is worth, that is now an option in the UI of the latest infotainment firmware.

[@Adazca]

Thank you mate, was not aware of any of those but the tilting of the tft

[@1HammerBMW]

I like the safety bars for the side cases

[@Chase_N]

Thank you, they're actually part of the kit that comes with the Villian2Hero side cases. I wanted the most durable side cases I could get because it's an ADV & if you try to do ADV things you're going to drop it (I have). Besides a scrape they took the drop like a champ & made picking up the bike a little easier. Thank you for watching!

[@kmern6979]

tool kit? usb plug doesn't charge phone. for updates and programming. need adapter to plug in under seat.

[@Chase_N]

Yep, a tool kit came with my Pan Am. My usb-c port/plug certainly charges my phone, your port doesn't? I've never plugged anything in under the seat. Thank you for watching and stay safe out there!

[@kmern6979]

@@Chase_N ok Ya not meant for phone charging maybe double check when bike is running... I didn't get that tool kit damm there are 2 leads under the seat for accessories. Terrible design with everyone looking to have charging ports up front :(

[@Chase_N]

@@kmern6979 It does work as a charging port for sure but only when the bike is on or running, or at least it should. I've heard of others having issues too though. I did myself after a being caught in a heavy rain. Some contact cleaner sprayed into the port and the usb-c cable ends (I waited for 2 days for it all to dry out before I reconnected everything) got it up and running again. I also use contact cleaner on my handlebar switches every so often to keep them functional. I wait a few days for everything to dry out of course before using my PA. I never looked under the seat at the connectors, I'd only use them for a heated seat or clothing anyway. You're right about nobody wanting charging ports under the seat. Near the display/TFT and or handlebars has been the preferred placement for quite some time. Again, thank you for watching!

[@snipsdraper7537]

Hoping to get a pam america when they release 2025...hopefully them battery , fuel pumps and other issues are fixed by then

[@Chase_N]

They fixed all the issues with updates in the 21-23 models, the 2024 models got a huge upgrade with higher output stators and batteries with more CCAs (225 is up to 315) and Amp hours (12 is up to 17). The 2024 models are great but even the used 21-23 models are worth it if you can find a deal and get the extended warranty. If anything breaks they replace it. Thank you for watching and good luck in finding a choice Pan Am!

[@snipsdraper7537]

Thank you !!!

[@hughmac7423]

Mate, nice to see a video on the Pan Am, but none of this seem new to me, and I've had my Pan Am since March 2023.

[@Chase_N]

It was mostly for people thinking about getting a Pan Am. H-D hasn't been great about promoting the features (let alone the Pan Am itself) so I tried to site a few features folks may not be familiar with. Thank you for watching!

[@jgigs6569]

Good information thanks , I knew my PA had hill hold but wasn’t sure how it worked. 👍🏻

[@Chase_N]

I'm glad it helped and thank you for watching!

[@moeduks3673]

Can you share your panniers info. I like the pannier guards. I have the HD pannier and they are flimsy at best been dumped off the bike on trails and they just bend all up. Looking for something a bit beefier.

[@Chase_N]

Absolutely, they're built by Villain2Hero, you can find them here- www.villain2hero.com/products/pan-america-saddlebags They're on sale right now for $369, I hope this helps and thank you for watching!

[@moeduks3673]

@@Chase_N thank you it did help and I am going to try them out.

[@Chase_N]

@@moeduks3673 I'm glad I could help!

[@kawabungah20]

This is a nice set of little known features presented in a short and sweet style. NICE JOB. The reviews that take you through all the possible feature selections can be lengthy and " mind boggling." Have you experienced any unexplained or unresolved code indications since you initially got everything settled with your dealer? This is the one issue that deters me from making a play for a PAS....

[@Chase_N]

I had a loose battery cable a few weeks back that threw a code but the dealer fixed it. They also loaded a new ECM & a new BCM updates just because they were available. Really, since my initial problems, the PAS has been relatively trouble free, but mine is a 2021. I've heard the late 2022 & newer Pan Ams have almost all the bugs worked out from the get go. I don't know if I've said it before but you'll mostly only hear about bad experiences when it comes to any bike. I remember when the Milwaukee-Eights came out & all you heard about was engine failures due to faulty oil pumps. My previous bike, a 2017 (1st year M8) Road King, never had an engine problem. It ran great & was approaching 20K miles when I traded it in. It's just the way things are, the squeaky wheels get the grease. I just document everything because I'm weird but if you haven't noticed, I really like the Pan Am. More than any bike I've ever owned. I mean there's a YTber that's had oil leak issues on his 21 Honda Rebel 1100 (an established, well documented to be reliable engine that came out of the Africa Twin), it doesn't mean it's a bad bike or engine though. It just comes down to the luck of the draw. Some guys have all the luck, good and bad. Stay stubborn and thank you for watching & commenting!

[@FrancesoImbrogno]

love the side cases with the protective bars. where did you get those. I see the name Vault but I can't seem to find it online.

[@Chase_N]

Their made by a company Villian2Hero, here's the link- www.villain2hero.com/products/pan-america-saddlebags They've been great but you lose a little capacity compared to some other side cases. They're keepers though as they've held up to everything I've thrown at them. V2H also makes bags for other bikes like Dynas and FXRs too. Thank you for watching!

[@FrancesoImbrogno]

Thank you

[@Chase_N]

@@FrancesoImbrogno No problem!

[@unchartedthickets]

Can you link via Bluetooth with your phone? Why the USB C connectivity?

[@Chase_N]

Just for charging purposes really, but yes, Bluetooth does link to the phone and will even let you know when you're getting messages & calls.

[@unchartedthickets]

@@Chase_N wonderful. Thank you for the response.

[@Chase_N]

@@unchartedthickets No problem, thank you for watching!

[@joyleencamiellegreene]

Touch screen!?! Awesome

[@grayghost1423]

I didn't know about the headlight aiming.

[@kawabungah20]

So this enabled or disabled the cornering lamps? It really doesn't aim the cornering lamps does it?

[@ryangilles8461]

Good question selecting it states to place in accessory mode to continue aiming.

[@donnellans]

It’s not headlight aiming. There’s a bank of lights that illuminate based on your lean angle as you enter corners. Different set of lights than the headlight.

[@paulwojnar2291]

Hear is the latest Pan America news. From a very reliable source at my hometown dealership. Coming sometime in 2024 A CVO Pan America. Stay tuned

[@Chase_N]

CVO Pan Am? I thought for sure a 975 "middleweight" was H-D's next move. If they upped the displacement (CIs/CCs) to something around 1500cc/91CI it'd be quite interesting. Yeah, CVOs have beautiful paint, but it's the bigger engine that's always the main draw. On the other hand, the PA is crazy fast already. I'm not sure an extra 30Hp & 20Tq would make much of a difference? You can only put so much down to the ground, and off-road it's even less helpful sometimes. Still, if they do go the CVO route, I'll certainly be checking it out. But sheesh, a CVO PA will likely run at least $30K or more. I'd be terrified of scratching that beautiful paint by running it through gravel & dirt.

[@paulwojnar2291]

@Chase_N You are probably very close to what the CVO PA would be . I think that 975 is a dead horse for now. HD sells far more PA Specials over the Standard model PA. That may be why they havent gone ahead with the 975. As far top speed goes the current 1250 engine stops at 141MPH by the software program. There is more engine there so perhaps it may not need more displacement but just a less restrictive program for a CVO model. That being said they usually offer more displacement on CVO models. Will be interesting. I for one am very satified with my Special. Will probably be in for an upgrade to a 2025 model . Depends on many miles are on the 2022 by then. Anyway thats what I hear from a senior manager.

[@ThePolishDad]

That's very interesting! I'll ask around at my dealership this weekend, see if anyone is willing to spill the beans...

[@donnellans]

CVO? Are you sure that’s not the Overlander?

[@ThePolishDad]

I talked to a couple people at the dealership... While not confirming the CVO, the discussion went in such a way that sounds like it's a real possibility.

[@DiveInThe305]

What tool case is that since it fits perfectly under the seat?

[@Chase_N]

It's a US Army issue scope/optic cleaning kit case (2005-2008 era?) my brother had laying around which I repurposed. I wish I could give you more info but that's everything I know. Hopefully it's enough to find something like it online somewhere. Thank you for watching!

[@DiveInThe305]

@@Chase_N its a start, thank you.

[@Chase_N]

@@DiveInThe305 No problem, I hope you find one!

[@AlexVitoriano]

are you sure that this USB outlet works to charge the phone?

[@Chase_N]

Yes, it's requires a USB-C to USB-C wire for my phone & charges my Samsung Galaxy S21 while I ride. It has worked every time I've used it. I'd assume it will charge anything as long as it has the proper USB-C male plug on one end to fit into the port/outlet.

[@donnellans]

Yes, there was an update in late 2021 that allowed it to charge phones, not just for TFT updates anymore!

[@Brittany-z1w]

Sold my lowrider st an looking for more power for wheelies an hooning on the roads

[@Chase_N]

Turn the traction control off and the Pan Am will wheelie all day. 140 is as fast as I've had it, and there are forum guys who've had it faster with a tuner. The Pan Am corners and does twisties better than any other H-D too. The fact that you can do dirt & gravel adds another level of fun too. Still, the LRST would be hard for me to get rid of. I've ridden the LRS, a fairing + bags would only make it better. Kind of a hero bike, but if I had to pick, it's still my Pan Am. It just does everything I need really well. Just remember when you take a Pan Am for a test ride, the power really comes on around 4K RPM, and then it's a rush to 9K. Thank you for watching and good luck on your search!

[@LawrenceBroussard]

You started off a little slow, which we all do when learning something new. Over all I enjoyed the educational less known features of the Pan America, I been watching a lot of vlog about the Pan America, but I do not remember one showing the items you did.

[@Chase_N]

That's good to know. I'm glad I added things that others may have missed. Thank you for the compliment and for watching!

[@DavidA-w3i]

How do you like the herotovillian side boxes?

[@Chase_N]

I'm almost a year in and the Villian2Hero side cases have been great. No leaks (though I did use rubber washers to ensure that very thing couldn't happen) and enough storage for a day or 2 trip. Drop tested too (they got a scuff but didn't move or bend) and they actually made the Pan Am easier to pic up due to a slightly better angle. I have to say if given a choice, I'd buy them again. Thank you for watching!

[@DavidA-w3i]

@@Chase_N thank you for your reply! I’m ordering tomorrow on your recommendation, I love the look as well. Thanks again.

[@Chase_N]

@@DavidA-w3i No problem!

[@jeromelee1627]

Hidden features on a Harley. Oil leak catch pan Tow hooks Free dealership parking Free 5 gallon bucket, for parts that fall off One large bottle of anti depressants, these come in play when the engine blows up and a replacement is a year out and it only has 600 miles on it. Lawyers fees for one’s attempt to strangle the dealer are not covered. What a POs. I wanted one them,did just a little research,,,,absolutely no way. Harley could do a better job but they just don’t care. A 1290 will smoke it and last forever.

[@Chase_N]

Strange, I've never needed any of those things after owning 5 Harleys? You're talking KTM's 1290 ADV? With a bigger engine, it should be faster. lol, let's be honest though, KTM isn't known for reliability either. In fact, they may have an even worse reputation. I'm not a guy who hates any manufacturer. But hey, since we're on KTM, forums seem to suggest their not known for being oil tight either. Let's not forget $550-$1000+ valve service intervals every 18K miles because they can't figure out hydraulically adjusted valves like "dumb ol' Harley" can. Or maybe we should talk about the oil and coolant leaks leaks on the Africa Twin? Or oil leaks out of improperly sealed cases on Multistradas? Oh, I did research too before I settled on a Pan Am. There's a reason I suggest everyone purchase an extended warranty on ANY bike they buy. Thank you for watching!

[@oldhead_]

I bit dramatic but funny as heck though..haha Ktm tho? Reliability? 😏

[@billyflanagan9657]

I love mine 2024. Flawless no problems

[@oldhead_]

@@billyflanagan9657 Ktm or pan am? Either way I’m happy for you..

[@billyflanagan9657]

@oldhead_ my friend in Los gatos California had the ktm 1290. He sold it because he said it had too many electronic problems and not a good dealer network. I hope my panamerica stays problem free. Stay safe. Thanks