Why the 5th most hated Harley is AWESOME

[@HarleyRiderMC]

We “old school” guys are history. I’m 74 and now ride a power wheelchair. My riding days are over. If I could still ride I’d buy this bike ... its bad ass ... thanks for the ride, brother.

[@krtm530]

im 38, i hate Harleys, I ride naked and supermoto, i have never have once said "i like Harley", i like this Harley. looks amazing.

[@tinman3586]

@@krtm530 Same with me. I don't like Harleys but this one looks awesome, just needs a more modern LED dash.

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

27. But raised around old timers and legit bikers...like club members. Indian larry was an inspiration as a kid. Jesse James was cool but don't agree with some shit he's done. I like sports bikes too. But many of them are over kill for anything beyond a track toy or canyon carving. Some Harleys are pretty whippy bikes stock. So I kinda see both sides. I also like triumphs and shit like that. Kinda wish harley would do some minimal work to building the engines up and some weight reduction. Give em a more chopper feel ride wise in the sense of lighter more power low end grunt but can Rev out a little bit. They drive more like a truck made for long hauling. And yeah I've driven bikes without my license on private property. Still dumb but I was young and wouldn't recommend it. But yeah Harleys do have history. But you can also build a cheap bike that's more history type ride then most Harleys. Buy a replica older engine. After market soft tail frame. Put a 5 or 6 speed and gear it right. Even with mostly stock frame geo just keep the bike simple and they end up a little sportier. And you can get a more vintage vibed bike that runs like an old one new. Just for reference though my dream bike is soft tail ape hangers at shoulder height medium wide rear end no extra rake a knuckle head a 6 speed bit of extra power maybe water cooled for reliability. Some people really dislike Harleys cause you do get a price tax for the name. However at least for the full touring bikes. Metric bikes usually don't look as good so glides I understand a price increase. Everything else though it's hard for many to justify. Ducati can be the same way though.

[@StateOfMind63]

@@krtm530 The thing is, this bike almost rides like a naked too. The handling is phenomenal for its size/weight. I own a GSX-S 750 and a Suzuki Bandit 1250 but this Fat Bob brings me the most smiles to ride.

[@donniebaker5984]

Did you know that if you get yourself an extra battery for your power wheelchair and a series parallel switch from a 24-volt start 12 volt charge 18 wheeler you can double the voltage on-the-fly at the Press of a button and run the other old school dudes clear off the sidewalk while pressing a remote control the lower the tailgate on a sidecar with all the controls that will operate a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and fastened to it. Seen this done by Vietnam vet whose legs were blown off serving our country .... this i saw while I attended the 1983 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. It Ain't Over Til It's Over dude that is when everybody take the big dirt nap

[@borkap]

I was never a "Harley Guy" but this bike turned my head enough and fit me well enough that I spent the 19K on it.

[@MrMann-gt1eh]

Loran Kowallis you sound like a wuss. Yeah, Harley’s aren’t for you.

[@lexkantoor6514]

Mr. Mann Nice bike

[@RestlessFisher]

@@MrMann-gt1eh but he bought one?

[@gregorytimmons4777]

I think that 30% of the time a good share of the hate is fabricated and done so to add another "talking point."

[@thomasl9729]

Why?

[@Extravaganza333]

This is the bike that made me start loving bikes, so....I’m sorry to whosoever that don’t love this bike, u can see innovation and intention was put into it. Thank you Harley Davidson

[@Geo_357]

Own this bike and absolutely love it! I did install a slip on muffler and sounds sweet. Bike gets a lot of attention and people stop me to ask about it. Rides smooth and it’s great in corners.

[@torres7918]

do you think a 5'4 guy can ride, IYO, im currently ona honda rebel 500, looking to upgrade, thanks

[@StateOfMind63]

@@torres7918 I have one. The ergonomics are quite versatile. It fits all sizes but just to be sure you should test ride one or at least sit on it. They are amazing bikes.

[@torres7918]

once my divorce papers are signed by the end of this year, I'm turning my 2019 honda rebel 500 for a new harley, is a toss up between this and the soft tail slim 2021

[@Jesse-B]

I'm a 60+ "Harley guy" and I think it's beautiful.

[@stevengodfrey891]

Me too!

[@Jesse-B]

@@stevengodfrey891 That's the spirit old son.

[@votethebulliesout2956]

So look at it, whatever you do, don't ride it

[@albertprasetyo6846]

I like Harley Davidson because I love vintage diesel engine 😍

[@Jesse-B]

@@albertprasetyo6846 That's the main attraction, purpose built for public roads.

[@brianscrivener4670]

I am NOT a Harley guy, but this is a Harley that I would buy. I love the look and the exhaust sound. Doesn't have that potato..potato sound. Great job Harley!!

[@lexkantoor6514]

Generation ProgreXXive Nice Nike What the preice [e-mail]. Holland amsterdam

[@1990-t1j]

I hate the potato ... potato sound, too.

[@brianloebig4139]

Bought two :-)

[@jacknasty6940]

😂 potato sound?

[@EzyPete9593]

@@1990-t1j How the hell does anyone hate that sound. It's like hating the sound of a Big Block Chevy with a hog ass cam.

[@jordanbowey4175]

VRODS are really big in Australia I believe mostly because we don’t care who designed the engine because it’s not Aussie either way. I’m really sad to see it go.

[@isaacdominguez9036]

Dgd custom Australia props to those guys makin dirty vrods

[@smokingbeetles5793]

We're sorry to see it go in the states too

[@dustinpomeroy8817]

I'm running Rotella full synthetic in mine and the difference in the way the transmission shifts as to how it was before is crazy.

[@FrogHairsPond]

Vrod is One of my fav harleys! so under rated the fuckn thing is technically the first production super bike!

[@mojifan4984]

Here in Germany it's the same thing. I like the VROD a lot

[@TheFirstCause]

The headlight is absolutely awesome! That light, along with finally painting all the revolting chrome BLACK has actually made Harley's start to look good. With this bike and then the Sportster S, Harley is ditching the 'grandpa bikes from the 1950s look' finally. Like literally... until recently... all there bikes have looked 60 years old. It is like they froze in time. Imagine if everyone was still driving around bubbly 'spaceship' cars from the 1950s still with the wings and other crap... it is the same thing for Harley but with bikes. FINALLY they are modernizing and it looks amazing!

[@wileym]

I worked at an H-D dealership at the time of the release and most people liked the bike enough. Yes, a lot would have preferred they did it a bit differently but it grew on people. The biggest complaint was the massive exhaust, not the light.

[@LootGoblinArmy]

If you love the sportster and just want more power this is the bike for you. In 2019 i rode the entire HD lineup during a showcasing and this is the only bike that got me excited. Went from my Nightster to this and wont look back. Its everything I loved about my sportster dialed up to 11 and that I can keep for life.

[@jameschandler2776]

It is one of the first Harley's that I have ever liked the look of.

[@markfox1545]

*Harleys

[@tmontana213]

I've seen nothing but love for this Harley in all the circles I'm around...young and old. A lot of ppl seem to be buying them.

[@kaylera1]

The "old school" Harley guys can still get their brand new old school Harleys. It's nice to see that the new school guys/gals can get something a little bit different. My local dealer has a brand new 19 Fat Bob in the scorched orange color with all the orange add-on bits to match. It is a really striking bike to look at. Maybe I'll see if I can talk them into a test drive :-)

[@broadwellstudios]

Yeah, the headlight is cool. I think Harley people hate it because it's not traditional, but I think it looks good. The one feature I don't like is the license plate hanging way out on the left side. It would look better if it were mounted under the rear of the fender. Otherwise I'd love to have one.

[@ChaohsiangChen]

I like the Bender head light.

[@vector6977]

Puts out tons of light too.

[@ThePakovia]

this bike plus samsung galaxy S10+

[@HD2O13XL12OOC]

I like the light too.

[@twerkingtwinkies2335]

Same, i always thought it looked badass. Something different.

[@jasonbo4209]

Lol

[@alexandermstitz]

I literally just bought this bike and I freaking love it so much. It has really awesome speed and handling for a cruising bike. It’s beautiful to look at too. Definitely a head turner

[@c0nsumption]

Estimate on your 0 to 60??

[@alexandermstitz]

@@c0nsumption I’d say between 4 and 5 seconds

[@tripsmytrigger7090]

Most the haters of anything new HD are the bagger crews. If it’s not gigantic, windscreaned, cup holders everywhere, etc ... its not liked The best thing for HD is to get beyond the HOG bagger gen.

[@nicodemus7784]

word. they need to control price and market for a wider audience.

[@mikeessary4925]

You absolutely nailed it!! Why don't they just buy a convertible. I'm 47 and have no interest in cup holders.

[@nicodemus7784]

Its like the baggers feel that if the bikes they wont buy anyway, become "less Harley" it will some how make their own bikes less Harley. so they kick and scream any time Harley plays with the formula and want the same shit from the 1960s, but it must have that infotainment system......

[@mikeessary4925]

@@nicodemus7784 yes exactly!! I totally get different strokes for different folks but they act like everyone should drive the same bagger and then talk about how many miles they did today. I don't count miles! It's fun not a dick swinging contest.

[@nicodemus7784]

@Loran Kowallis I have not had the luxury of the time to do a long distance multiday ride yet. but I have racked up many many miles in a day exploring unfamiliar areas or hunting for twisty mountain roads all over socal. I have nothing against a bike being comfortable and functional, but the stereotypical person who complains when Harley changes something is a 50-65 year old on their 2nd or 3rd bagger who wants to be able to buy the same bike until the day they die, these are not the people the V-rod, fatbob, and FXDR are meant for. that is ok, but that doesn't mean Harley should only make the same 5 bikes for eternity. HD is in trouble if they cant expand their market, and that means tapping into new riders who don't like the current catalog. 3 dollars a day huh, guess retail price has nothing to do with designing things to be easier, faster, or cheaper to manufacture then huh... Harley is not currently price competitive, period.

[@Nehpets94]

I got the 2018. I get so many "is that a harley?" Its so much fun man.

[@jeronehodges9498]

Same here

[@garyjohnson2989]

that's actually the most beautiful Harley. I'm getting 2019 Fatbob this August

[@AussieChad]

I suppose they needed to make a bike to suit teenage girls.

[@ort8410]

You just validated my post. Congrats.

[@jake66]

Barf

[@StateOfMind63]

@@AussieChad You think a very heavy cruiser with an 1800+cc engine is for teenage girls? ... right...

[@capitan_camote_picante6370]

Harley Davidson fans be wanting to make the same bike for 200 years

[@jamiehaggett5586]

capitán_ camote_picante why change perfection

[@capitan_camote_picante6370]

Jamie Haggett well.. they are improving their “perfection” but the fans are just to sensible, original HDs weren’t like today’s ones.. they were more like today’s Royal Enfield, HD fans are just capricious.

[@jamiehaggett5586]

Jk bro I like most of the stuff they are doing

[@vhjvbhjb5280]

Jamie Haggett 17000$ for 80hp and 300kg, and not even a tach is perfection? They might be heading in the right direction but they need to increase power to weight ratio.

[@reedrobb]

Love my only HD, a beautiful black ‘14 NightRod. All my other bikes have been Japanese or British. Keep it up Harley!

[@markwhitefleet8289]

The Fat Bob is a beautiful bike. I find it interesting you mention the rear brake control because mine was adjusted far to low. I had to slide up balls to the tank to try and brake properly. I adjusted the pedal higher only to have to readjust it downward when I put on the mid-foot controls. Aside from some Vance and Hines slip ons and computer controls the bike is awesome.

[@jonathandjing1065]

As a single guy in my late 20s with no kids I can surely buy one. I am currently into cycling a lot and I enjoy so much the freedom I get from hitting the roads, I am slowly getting into 🏍

[@jimmansi1187]

I love this bike, when I sit on it I just melt into the bike, it's so comfortable to me. My buddy has a 2010 model & he rides it very hard & has never had an issue with it. These are a blast to ride!

[@2amProFilms]

FINALLY someone who understand the placement of the rear break! EVERYONE complains about that rear break and its position but when I test rode a 2018 Fatbob it felt PERFECT! No idea what people are on about with that rear break, bike stops on a dime too!

[@RP-xk8ji]

This is one of my favorite bikes I love the LED in the front and the over all look of the bike.

[@metatronmen2431]

The more hated Harley for old Harley people is/was the V-Rod witch is a amazing bike and due this "hate" or rejection it had no sales so finished discontinued, a shame. Now Harley is introducing a electric bike with no chrome, no noise and no clutch starting at $30.000 another bigger fail from Harley specially at that price tag.

[@fritzk9118]

Considering the Buel electric is faster, has more range, charges faster and at less than half the price if I remember correctly.

[@0141star]

30000 for an electric bike that's absolutely shocking even from harley make it home brand no doubt the thing will be typical harleys as in absolute junk how on earth can they justify 30000 for a frame, dc motor, controller and battery never will I touch the brand I've had two they are crap but folks don't want to admit that their overpriced overweight and underpowered bikes any good so they'll talk nonsense about harleys being real bikes yeah putting two wheels on a tractor don't make it a bike

[@fritzk9118]

@@0141star Although I agree considering the Buel is $11K for a better all round Ebike. "no doubt the thing will be typical harleys as in absolute junk" Kinda stuck in the 60's and 70's aren't you? I've got 4 right now and they are all super reliable, don't leak any oil, and run strong for the cruiser and touring class. Here's some reliability stats for you Yamaha/Star (11 percent failure rate) Suzuki and Honda (12 percent) Kawasaki (15 percent) Victory (17 percent) Harley-Davidson (26 percent) Triumph (29 percent) Ducati (33 percent) BMW (40 percent) Are they the best out there, surveys say no, but they are far from the worst out there. Matter of fact, the only thing that knocks them lower on any list is the pricing. I will agree with that, but they are the top selling bike brand in NA with double the sales of the next (Honda), even with declining sales. I'm not a blind HD fanboy either. I love all bikes and ride sport bikes lots. But I know more folks that sold their sport bikes and got a harley than the other way around.

[@0141star]

@@fritzk9118 I had a 82 harley and bought a 98 in 99 so they weren't that old certainly not for the miles and usage they got with their owners and the 82 had a full engine rebuild and strip down 6 months after purchase so no I wouldn't say I'm stuck in the 70s with my HD views on HD I've not seen the buell but used to own one of those to excellent work done by that guy Eric until HD screwed him over I'm off the sport bikes myself now due to badly crippled legs and arms I've had many crashes over the yrs I just love two wheels and an engine I do but i can't justify ever getting an HD ever again it's good there are plenty of Japanese cruiser bikes for my old crippled self now. I'm building an electric motorcycle just now the batt is getting done by someone with a bigger brain than me look up some high end dc motors online they ain't that expensive compared to a combustion engine that's why I'm shocked they would ask for 30000 for something with not much moving parts ebike should be cheaper than combustion I'm off to see the buell now and look that up have fun on your machines sir enjoy them

[@fritzk9118]

@@0141star Not sure if you've seen this. They compare a few of the E-cruisers available. kzbin.info/www/bejne/anW9f2mMlJ52kNU Good updated info.

[@Batman11680]

Harley guys hate all the actual GOOD harleys like the FatBob and the night Rod/Vrod

[@gregorytimmons4777]

I believe in 25 years when the "old school" guys have died off the nit picking will too and "tradition" will be served simply by virtue of it having a v twin still and it won't be much of an issue that it may be DOHC and make big power in the upper rpm range. Somewhat akin to the way an Indian Scout runs and produces power.

[@lugzysegal7846]

@@gregorytimmons4777 you're wrong the tradition will always be there but you are correct that the nit pickyness will die off because a lot of us younger riders are more open minded

[@lugzysegal7846]

@Romack yes really

[@lugzysegal7846]

@Romack wow acting like that will bug me that you call me kid

[@mojomanmurph1925]

I'm a 50 yr old man who owns a 2017 Street Glide Special. Been test riding the new softail line for grins. Guy at the dealership keep trying to get me on this same exact bike and I finally did. THIS BIKE IS NOTHING BUT FUNNNNN!!!!! It will be my next bike to own. I will keep the SGS for long rides and get this for fun!! Will put a Stage II with performance cam and auto tuner with pro tuner. I would be scared to go Stage IV. Fast, quick, corners, great suspension, comfortable ride. Folks even go on long rides with this and it will do it. It's not a sport bike but it is FUN!!! Don't knock it till you test ride it.

[@klh3244]

I am a die hard Harley guy and I love this bike!

[@TheWolfsnack]

I am a die hard Harley guy for almost 50 years.....and I say this bike has great potential to turn into a chopper/bobber......not that the engine is that great of a design....I will stick to my 93 FXDL

[@ridelive6249]

I am not a Harley guy at all and never had one, but I love the new Fat Bob.

[@isaactaylor1833]

klh3244 who says Harley guys hate this bike?? Stuff SRK says is out his ass..... “5th most hated bike??” Seriously

[@dude1234522]

I'm a die hard super sport fan and I love this bike.

[@sivvinod3187]

@@isaactaylor1833 go to any Matt Laidlaw video and scroll down enough. You'll see them toxic ass bastards.

[@davidholtz7860]

I own the 2019 Fatbob 107. I absolutely love it. I personally didn't like the gold pipes and low bars, so I did a stage 1 mod 2 in 1 pipes and fly racing's bars with Forbidden 9" risers. This bike get up and goes. Balance in turns is amazing.

[@thaddeuscarroll5272]

Sean i think i speak for everyone please brother next time you speak about other bikes in a video when your comparing one bike to another show pictures of the bikes your talking about please your words of wisdom speaks volumes about your faith from a fellow brother in christ god bless you and your family

[@christianarcos4333]

Thaddeus Carroll God. Not god. Bless day brother.

[@katsuyaeastcoastecho7667]

bought a 97 sportster here recently love it! 45k miles and no leaks and running like a champ love your videos!

[@robertstimmel1100]

I don't understand the hate either. If I were going to buy a Harley this rod probably be the one that I want

[@diamlierx]

Robert Stimmel when he’s hate he means the old guys that think fuel injection and liquid cooling just isn’t Harley,but who cares I’ll buy like a bought a vrod

[@isaactaylor1833]

Robert Stimmel who says Harley guys hate this bike? Stop with the lies

[@Iniquityslasher]

Went to buy a fat bob and walked out with a low rider s.

[@robertstimmel1100]

@@Iniquityslasher awesome bike! That is the other Harley that I would buy

[@Torqd_Off]

First, the thing to LOVE about the Fatbob isn't it's headlight, altho' it's cool. 2014 owner here with the dual headlight. But it's handling because of the beefed up suspension, 44mm tubes instead of 33mm, it's wider tires front and rear, dual front brakes and changed fork geometry for handling. Another thing, Harley specifically designed those tires for that bike, and they're great WHEN NEW, but... they get choppy with use and grab funny under heavy braking and hard turning. Check forums... most people don't replace them with the same rubber. Yeah, the headlight is cool, and the rear part of the seat comes off really easily to make it a solo, just move the hold down tab to the front part, but if you're really trying to sell this bike, it's handling is the right thing to push. Harley specifically tuned it for the bendies and it shows when ridden hard. I hit my primary cover leaning into a turn. Sorry to say, it didn't end well. Bike lifted and no control it went straight, but... that was my mistake. I've since added foot pegs with the lean indicators that spark when you lay it over to far. I did leave that scarred primary on it tho' For the baggers... baggers, baggers everywhere... baggers, baggers, I do not care...

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Huge fan of the new fatbob! Had a 2018 with the 107 a while back. I dig the new style and ride is even better!

[@ogloc4478]

2018 was last year ya dingus how is that a while back?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

@@ogloc4478 Ok, I'll be more specific: I had a 2018 fatbob a few months back. All relative, brotha! Ride safe!

[@tedpendagast579]

Afrobe Fcuk u Bryant that’s what I was about to say!

[@adaohd2538]

No one cares

[@ogloc4478]

Jon's Moto Garage I’ll ride safe til I see you then I’m riding straight into you yelling 2018 ya dingus

[@mikemccombs5119]

I fell in love with mine.2018 114.Im about 60 and had to get off Busas and dirt bikes.This fit me perfect ,keeps my speed in check and it's like riding a Rolex.The sound and sites and visceral experience is what I love,don't want to haul ass and miss all that.

[@RazvanMarc]

Just bought one today....they are so fun.

[@CrJediKnight]

I got my first bike 2 years ago and before I did I took a beginner riders course through Harley. They gave us a tour while we were there and let us sit and get a feel for all of the different bikes on their showroom floor. This was one of my favorite bikes I got to see when I was there. Would love to eventually upgrade to one.

[@friedpork_owl]

This is a sick bike and I love that front light. Definitely awesome. Thank you.

[@JustMe-dr2ci]

Not a Harley guy. At 70 years young, I bought a new Fat Bob 114 last year. My other bike mostly sit in the garage now. This bike is so much fun to ride and ride hard. Vance and Hines give it a great sound.

[@SpaceTech54]

I loved my V-Rod Night Rod Special, this is the closest thing out there from Harley.. But it isn't 125hp...

[@knucklehead2926]

Yes sir I love my V Rod Muscle 💪🏾 Can't understand why the V Rod was so... disliked

[@ragingninja4292]

You throw a woods cam in the 114 and it will make 120HP and 130 TQ

[@RadoDani]

My favorite Harley in the current line up!!! Probably the best handling one too. And it’s much better looking than the previous Fat Bob. It just needs mid controls. 107 is a plenty engine IMO.

[@Ammo_HD]

I absolutely love my 18 Fat Bob! Although I changed my headlight out for a single day maker so I could put a Road Warrior fairing on it, things looks super nice now!

[@dylanjohnson3286]

How many miles on it now?

[@loumancuso4188]

I have a 2018 FatBob with a stage 2 kit, high performance cam, Bassani 2 into 1 exhaust, and Chubby 1 bars with 10” risers. This bike hauls ass and takes names. Love the look and found a fairing specially built for the square headlight which I love. Oh being a shorter bike I hear a lot of this bike is only for short people. That’s is 100% b.s. I’m 6’1” and 275 and I’m more then comfortable on this bike. Plus I ride extremely hard and it handles everything I throw at it!!

[@QDawg556]

Hey man, I have the 2018 Breakout with Bassani 2 into 1...which cam did you go with?

[@TheWickedclownz123]

I never liked the fact that everything is a soft tail now. Call me old school but I liked the old dynas

[@pauljohnson3524]

Softail...not soft tail

[@freakindawgen]

Same here.

[@letsgoracing78]

Yep my 2013 dyna fatbob it better then this

[@SamIAm_The_Motorcycle_Man]

@@letsgoracing78 Ya its a lot slower doesn't handle half as well produces more heat and is less fuel efficient with a shit seat "better"

[@billharden7127]

I like my Dyna Wide Glide. It works for me.

[@donnawells2442]

Rode a Harley for ten years. One of if not the best bikes I’ve ever owned.LOVED IT!!!!!Wish I could have afforded it earlier in life. RIDE SAFE!!!!!!!

[@Hezron389]

The Fat Bob and the Sportster are my favorite harleys.

[@rayacevedo1880]

You're right about that Andrew sportsters are pretty cool

[@tchrishoward]

i have a 09 Fatbob changed out my dual 4 1/2"headlights for a single 7". and changed my bobtail fender for a dyna round fender. love the bike. I love this bike except for the headlight. the shortened bobtail fender is even ok (better than the long bobtail mine had)

[@monarchbricks]

This is my first bike and I fall in love with it every time I look at her

[@neblobian01]

Do you have any regrets with it being your first bike? Like do you wish you would have gone smaller for your first one? I'm debating on getting one also as my first street bike.

[@marcb.1614]

I have the 2019 Fat Bob with the 114 ion it. I cant believe that anyone would hate this bike. There were four other people trying to get qualified for it at the time I found it. I stayed up all night worrying that someone had already gotten it. I showed up at the dealership before it opened. I got the bike. I love it. The torque is sick man. Red and black with the bronze pipe covers. I love everything about it. It’s aggressive!!! Everybody loves it. I’ve got a custom 2015 CVO STREET GLIDE and a custom 2020 Sportster XL Iron and I feel guilty for giving this Fat Bob more attention than the others. This Fat Bob is dope. If you hate it something is wrong with you… Did I mention it’s twin cooled and has the IBS system?

[@MOUSEBOWEN]

I absolutely love that headlight is my favorite thing in that bike. Awesome looking bike. But I still like the Indian scout Bobber more

[@T4G95]

I bought a 23 fat bob not long ago and it’s the most fun I have had on 2 wheels… my first harley. I’m so impressed with how much i can actually lean this bike over in the twisties. The seat is so much more comfortable than the sports bikes i’m used to… factory cruise control. I’m not a traditional harley guy and it brought me into the company. So if the traditional harley “bros” don’t like it that’s not my problem.

[@danielcruz4521]

That bike looks mean! And btw, if you only like one brand of bike, you're seriously limiting the fun you can have.

[@pateris]

Most indeedy !!!!!!

[@hardtailsuicidaljockey6827]

Daniel Cruz ? Why a bike is a bike

[@danielcruz4521]

@@hardtailsuicidaljockey6827 sorry Joe Blow! But i don't get the angle of your question? I meant that fun can be had on any kind of motorcycle, and not being limited to just one brand.

[@hardtailsuicidaljockey6827]

Daniel Cruz oh I thought you meant every bike is different and just meant they all ride the same ......

[@danielcruz4521]

@@hardtailsuicidaljockey6827... i love all bikes and every manufacturer has it's expertise in certain areas. Cruiser's, Harley or Indian all the way! Dirt bikes Yamaha, Naked bikes, all the Japanese monster brands... that's why i could never be true to just one brand, but unfortunately there are too many close minded riders out there.

[@codyb890]

I bought this bike in 2018, I’m not gonna lie when it first came out i wasn’t too crazy about the look but as soon as I rode it I fell in love

[@aaronib3651]

I love the way you quote out the word of wisdom in evey vid

[@backyardbraaapn1017]

Not all of us want church on YT. Save that shit for the privacy of your home

[@gerarddolan7934]

I have a '19 the light and beefy tires are my favorite part. I put 8 inch T bars on it, great cruiser and go fast bike when you need it too. Torque is awesome too

[@SikSh0oter]

This and the fxdr are the only sick looking ones of this year's lineup in my opinion

[@charlieroloff7545]

Just bought me a brand new 2022 fat bob and I love it! This is my 3rd Harley and I've honestly loved em all. A '97 wide glide 80 in. Evo, '04 electra glide classic 88 in twin cam (that I still have and ride often) and finally this fat bob. The 114 M8 is pretty impressive and a LOT of fun imo!

[@mathewkendell9056]

When I see this new style Fat Bob I think Mad Max. I love the look. Sweet!!

[@migthulhu]

The only thing that made me unhappy was that they changed the Fat Bob from a Dyna to a Softail. I had the 2011 FXDF with a 96 inch engine and it had external rear adjustable shocks. It also had a mechanical cable throttle. I loved that bike. Other than that the new Fat Bob looks like an awesome bike.

[@lock514]

I am so glad I found your channel not only are you like me as far as loving bikes but you’re also a God-fearing man giving us a scripture each day bless you brother

[@isaactaylor1833]

lock514 barf

[@shadowman5088]

I had the 2009 black denim fatbob... put 16 inch apes,leather bags,and a sissy bar on it,and put over 30,000 miles on it in 3 yrs before I traded it for a roadking. That was my favorite bike I owned ! I haven’t even thought of getting another one since they started changing the design from original. The original design was the best

[@trionrider]

The coolest thing on that bike is the headlight IMO!

[@randyhutchinson9910]

The coolest thing on that bike, is my gorgeous little ass

[@randyhutchinson9910]

I own one

[@JimmyJohnson7077]

I like the old headlights

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

This is one Harley rider who loves this bike. I bought a 2018 - 114 Fat Bob FXFBS. I dropped the mirrors below the handle bars. Oh and am now age 70 and still ride this bike everywhere.

[@V8AmericanMuscleCar]

I like that Harley! And that head light makes it different from other Harleys.

[@ryans750]

After daily riding a 2019 Fat Bob 107 for 18 months now, rain or shine, some of my take away: -Harley Purists hate it, because of the light. But that light has a 100% perfect throw and I can see everything at night. Curves, straight, ambient; you see everything. -It is 80% of a middle weight sport bike, with a cruiser riding position. Twisties are a great time, but also riding to get to them in excess of 200 miles is also fun and not tiring. -What's not so fun is filling up every 130ish miles because of the 3.3 gallon tank. It wouldn't have changed the look to add another gallon in there. -The stock tires aren't the smoothest riding, but they are fine for warm, dry weather. Cooler or wet roads, you'll want to get a different set like the Bridgestone Exedra Max's - The 107 is great and has plenty of power, but if I had to do it over, I would have got the 114. Not for the engine but for the ABS that didn't come on the 107's. Harley brainstorming at its finest. -Overall, comfort, drivability, maintenance and pleasure all make it a great daily rider. You have slightly less comforts than a Street Glide, but more enjoyability off the straight and narrow Purists may hate it and the new designs Harley is coming out with, but those 'core' customers aren't paying the bills after purchasing 1 bike every 10-15 years. This bike is the ONLY reason I walked into a Harley Dealer, and would be the only reason I would return should something happen to mine. Gut tells me if Harley wants to survive they'll need more like me to fill in that large time gap.

[@GiancarloFloyd]

The only thing I didn't like about that bike was the forward controls, it should've had mis for a sportier feel when you ride it.

[@darentaylor9169]

I purchased a new 2022 fatbob 114 & absolutely love it ! I'll be putting a lot of miles on my new bike . I don't know why anyone would hate the fatbob !

[@williamwalcott8288]

Well congratulations you've managed to do it, finally a Harvey that I would actually wouldn't mind owning

[@michaelledford4751]

I'm 74 and have owned 28 Harley's in my life & I LOVE the Fatbob,it reminds me of my all time favorite HD which is the Fatboy but on steroids ,I don't like the giant mufflers ,I plan on buying a Fatbob and adding it to my collection " 93 Evo Fatboy ,2003 Twin Cam Road King 103 Screaming Eagle ,2012 Fatboy 103 stroker ,Buell Lightning 103 Twin Cam 6 speed " ,as soon as the price drops to $10k on the Fatbob I will own one ,I'll remove the exhaust & replace it with a more traditional HD looking exhaust ,most likely a black 2 into 1 pipe to half way retain the stock look .

[@jayp.6166]

The blurred out speedometer gets me everytime lol

[@ProficientEnough]

That's when you know he's up to speed limit.

[@rhino9372]

I work at a Harley shop in New York, we couldn’t keep enough of these bikes because of how quick they sell. Yes the old guys don’t like them as much but they said how these bikes are aiming for the younger generation.

[@Redvirus187]

No HD fan but this one is so cool 🤟

[@akshrj]

That’s definitely the coolest looking headlight and the whole front I have ever seen in any bike.. sad to hear Harley is discontinuing this model.

[@nicholasmapes]

I like the skill scale. Also, I've learned, If you like the bike, who cares what others think, just go have fun!

[@unknownskyman2156]

So true...

[@0321ReconMan]

Love this bike and thats why I bought it. Geographic location plays a big factor in purchase choices as well. I like Harley but also came from a 2003 CBR600F4I. I like bikes but my recent purchase of that Fatbob was due to being on the east coast, having a significant other who enjoys riding, and having a special place in my heart for Harley. I have always been drawn to the American Icon, however this bike is modern, handles exceptionally well for a cruiser, and is very quick. Max speed limit I have seen here on the East Coast NC area is 70mph. If I lived out west, Colorado, California, Utah where speed limits are 80+ and roads allow for much higher speeds I probably would have went with a Hayabusa or ZX12. However here in the east coast there is no need for that much power and capability. If I want to visit the track I always have the CBR with many mods. Nice video!

[@alexandergaudette617]

I absolutely love my fat bob, one of the best bikes Harley has made in awhile

[@StateOfMind63]

Same here. My favorite bike ive owned. and i've owned a lot over the years.

[@adambussell31]

I'm a Harley Guy, my current and previous bike are Harley, and I love this bike. I especially love the square headlight. I love the Vrod too. I wish I had one of those for around town, but I have a Street glide because I go out of town alot.

[@heithwatkins]

I love this bike. Thanks brother and God bless you.

[@borkap]

Throttle by wire also allows Harley to add cruise control that works by maintaining an actual speed not by locking a throttle position.

[@ricicon6169]

, This bike sells in my state can't keep them on the showroom floor. You don't like the light there are kits to put a different light on it!

[@DCBA1234.]

I legit just picked this exact bike up today. I am super proud to own this bike and I don't give a damn who likes it and who doesn't. They aren't the ones making the payments. It's my bike not theirs. I personally think it's amazing on looks and man does it have power. It's a beast and it's amazing. I also like other bikes. Also it has 1868 cc. Not 1840 or whatever you put it at but potatoe potahto lol. The sales guy at Harley rides an old school Harley and he rode mine out back behind the building and he came back and said "that is the funnest bike Harley has put out so far". I'm stoked. Gonna be hard to keep under 3k rpm for the first 1k miles but I plan to keep this thing as clean and best running as possible. Good video!!!

[@recub13]

Most harley haters dont own or have not ridden a new Harley. The new softails are awesome and some of the best bikes harley has ever produced. I bought a 19 low rider and sold my 15 dyna. Expensive? Yes. So don't buy one.

[@williamyoung3340]

I'm a 57 year old. Been a Harley rider for 36 years. Been a Harley tech for 25 years. I love this bike.

[@goten259]

It looks modern thats why old Harley riders hate it.

[@S1kTh66]

old harley rides can ride old harelys, this is for the youngn's, I'm 33 and love the modern design of this

[@Changtent]

I love the overall stance of this bike too. Big 114 engine - YES. The narrower tank is great, glad to see some change there. The big headlight is modern and cool. The old style dash & speedometer though is WAY over due for change. Your gran'pa had a dash panel like that. And those big blob orange turn signals hanging off the handlebars look like severely heavy Christmas tree ornaments. Get serious Harley, those front turn signals were never a good idea. They look like an 'after thought' and really need changing. Rear turn signals are much better, although they stick out about an inch too far. So there are some changes that could make this a much better looking bike.

[@DeltaBird2269]

This is my first bike, bought it a couple weeks ago and damn is easy and fun to ride😍

[@karlmcnichols6125]

Only own a KLR , I'm liking this bike is there any difference between it and the new sportster

[@DeltaBird2269]

@@karlmcnichols6125 not sure, haven’t gotten to ride the new sportster. But the fat Bob has a larger engine with a lower rev range, so it has very good torque, but it’s also roughly 100 lbs heavier than the sportster. With the 1200 on the sportster and a higher rev range, it produces more hp and has a little less torque than the fat Bob, but because it’s lighter, the ratio would almost feel the same I would think. That’s all I can give ya haha if you like the looks of the fat Bob, then go with it because there isn’t much for a wide variety of customization unless you’re willing to chop and fabricate some stuff, the most I’ve done is buy the club style headlight from Original Garage and changed the exhaust to a Bassani Road Rage III 2-in-1, and I have had a stage 1 upgrade done to it.

[@DeltaBird2269]

@@karlmcnichols6125 but try to test ride both if you can and feel for yourself. I will say the fat Bob does this weird thing in turns where it almost wants to stand up on itself if you aren’t in the right angle haha idk if it’s because of the large front tire or what. Also, my personal opinion, I’ve always liked the look of the 2008 HD Crossbones, and I like to think the fat Bob is a direct descendant of it, minus the springer fork of course.

[@karlmcnichols6125]

@@DeltaBird2269 New to KZbin also neat to have a conversation like this first time anyone responded to me. Thanks alot for the advice.

[@DeltaBird2269]

@@karlmcnichols6125 anytime man! That’s what the comments are for! Especially with this channel’s community, everyone is pretty willing to help👍🏼

[@devontitterington6418]

That is a maybe the only Harley I'd ever own. I love the headlight and the fact that it doesn't sound like a Harley at all.

[@elithegreat6463]

I’m loving my FXDR, And keeping it Stock, no Harley Pipe Tax , the Pipe on the FXDR gives it it’s personality 👍🇺🇸

[@StateOfMind63]

I cant stand the ergo's on the FXDR. Fat Bonb is waaay comfier and better in the corners.

[@elithegreat6463]

@@StateOfMind63 The ergo eventually got to me, you’re right. That why I sold it for a BMW 2021,GS-1250 😏👍

[@StateOfMind63]

@@elithegreat6463 Fair enough. Something totally different haha.

[@elithegreat6463]

@@StateOfMind63 Best move I ever made, o got a good deal on the FXDR and picked up the BMW. I Have a feeling it’s true, once you go GS you never go back 👍😏

[@bcclark8681]

That’s the best looking Harley!! Harley Davidson is doing the right thing for the company. The Old timers are dying off and that’s a good thing. A modern motorcycle needs to not leak oil or breakdown constantly so I welcome the new bikes new everything. The US needs to make bikes that are the same quality that Japan puts out! And now they are going for that same quality that’s awesome. We want to get on and ride and not have to worry about the machine breaking down. If you put money into your new bike it needs to be because you wanted to not because it broke down!! : )

[@angrymotorman1237]

I like the bike, actually the headlight is one of my favorite themes about the bike. Its different yet cool,this looks like a very fun bike. I ride a roadglide and im looking to test ride one soon.

[@Crusty_Old_Wastelander]

It is the double plug heads. More precise firing gives that refined sound and feeling...

[@michaeljkasnter]

Cost way to much- 19k to start, for 86hp and shit suspension/brakes ? No thanks !!!

[@theerickstone]

Horse power doesn’t mean anything to Harley’s. Ride one. I know you haven’t.

[@jpmac098]

@@theerickstone Yeah but that's what *he* likes, and it's his comment, about his opinion.

[@chopperking007]

Its all about the low end torque bud.

[@3dee106]

I rode one. The torque down low is awesome. And the suspension and brakes are probably the best of any HD. But still too expensive...

[@bluebeard6189]

I've been riding shovelheads for over 20 years, and I've been building choppers and Bobbers for over 15. And I have to say that's one of the nicest new Harleys I've ever seen. If you're like me and the only way you can start your bike is jumping on the kicker, I guess you can hate on it all you want to. But if you ride a twin cam or newer, shut your cakehole that's a nice bike

[@harleydailey6881]

Ohh no how can you hate a vrod, a vrod is the most badass harley out there. I'll always love my vrod because its unique

[@masonl.8859]

I dig it and I used to be a Harley hater until I started working on them and realized that they are incredibly well made. I hope Harley Davidson continues to try to innovate and get back some lost market share.

[@itsdoby5594]

I think I just fount my first bike THANK YOU and love the prayers brother you have an awesome day

[@hasanhuseyinozkaya7738]

I went 600 km trip with mine, from Luxembourg to Geneva/Switzerland and with coming back 1200km. I mean this bike is absolute monster, Highways, mountains, lake side, forest doesn't matter. When i arrived, there was no pain. Seat is amazing, acceleration is amazing. Of course there are couple of complains but i think they are normal and well known. As it is naked bike wind can be problem and fuel tank is little bit small like 300km per tank , so if you go to long road, it is pushing you to plan different routes.

[@marknylund1007]

Went to a Harley event last summer where I could try multiple new harley models. Tried this one and its a awesome bike , feels alot lighter than it really is !

[@mrweeby1961]

Huh, just stumbled across this. I've been riding bikes of all makes 1981. I actually rode one of these the other day, used '22 with 1,400 miles on it. That 114 engine is TORQUE! It accelerates, turns, brakes and shifts nicely. The only thing that will stop me from buying one is the small gas tank. I can take or leave the headlight. I am currently riding an 08 Fat Bob and it's anemic compared to this new model. What I'm saying is I really don't give a crap if "bikers" don't like this bike, or the old one. What your particular preference in styling is doesn't determine if you are a biker. If it still had a 5 gallon tank I'd probably be out of $15K now. I also like the Fat Boy and may end up on one.