I rode the new Harley Low Rider ST. Now I have a problem…
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- Опубліковано 2 чер 2022
- I flew to California to test ride the newest Harley Low Rider ST - we spent the day riding it in California wine country, and as a shorter rider used to smaller bikes, but also having ridden the Road Glide, Street Glide, and Road King, this is my FAVORITE BAGGER YET. Find out why in my review on the first test ride.
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I changed my mind!! After riding the Heritage to STURGIS, that one may be my favorite bagger... but... I think I still want something with off-roading capabilities in addition to being touring friendly. What do you think?
Review on the Heritage 👉ua-cam.com/video/8_3fDW1WZdM/v-deo.html
I am definitely going to try the new Heritage out one of these days, I have been thinking about it since Harley has made so many changes over the many years of this model and now have it in the Cruiser category of models.
Good vibe. The heritage is a fav.
@@lewisjay8875 I am thinking the same!
I'm having the same dilemma. I have a 2020 Triumph Street Triple RS, but I want a bagger; been looking at the Road Glide and the Road King. Problem is I, too, love offroading and have been looking at the brand new Triumph Tiger 1200. I sat on one at my local dealership and fell in love. Just need to get around to test-riding one. Take care, Doodle!
That is funny that you liked the Heritage so much, Shade Tree Surgeon got a Heritage loaner and taught it was the worse model HARLEY makes. He actually recommended the Sports Glide better which is a more performance oriented Heritage, bags, inverted forks and better brakes. I think you should check that one out and give us a comparison.
I think you missed a zero on the cost. If I could buy a brand new HD for $2100 I would totally jump on that!
@Thirteen Thirteen ha i cought that as well ..pretty sure that should have bee thousand not the hundred. and ya diffantly a steal lol.
I was like $1200! I’d run out n buy two!!
🤣🤣 yeah she said $2100. I was like🤔imma go to my local HD dealership and ask for the doodle discount😜
Reviewing bikes as a new career move is not an exact science nor requires a math aptitude. One also could qualify as a reporter or news cable commentator .
@@vmarsfiles 😂😂I’m going to do that this weekend. I’m stealing your phrase lol
You look great on that bike, you should totally get one. You should be totally proud of yourself. I remember thinking that it worried me that you might get hurt riding. Now you've turned yourself into a great rider. Stay safe riding and continue enjoying your motorcycle journey.
I remember a while ago before I went full time on UA-cam and you said u were looking to test ride a lot of different bikes… a lot of people doubted you (trolls), but look at you now! Totally killing it 🔥
The hole in the windscreen mitigates buffeting. Instead of having a giant bubble of lower pressure air behind the windscreen (delta p) the hole directs enough air to reduce or remove the bubble, so it doesn't expand and collapse in your face.
Yup.
I used to have a Kawasaki Kz550 with a aftermarket huge plastic windshield on it.
I always laughed when it rained because it was my back and the rear of my seat that was soaked .
Not my front.
That huge circle of air going over the screen and coming around my back also gently pushed me forward at interstate speeds.
When Doodle pointed out the vents ,it made perfect sense.
Use the forward velocity of the bike and guide the air inside the rider area low to push the air pocket to neutral around the rider.
I hope Harley has this patented.It's brilliant.
What hole?
@@voodootrucker43If You go back & have another look at the video again You'll see that the hole that they're talking about is'nt actually in the screen itself but in the fairing part just under the middle of the screen part, it's a rectangular shaped hole & there's also one on each side of the fairing too, as the Guy says in the video, it's used to control the wind.
@@robbieoneil5945 I have a heritage, their is no hole in the windscreen
@@voodootrucker43Yeah I know, I have a Heritage Softail too, a 2015 model, but I was',nt talking about the Heritage Screen, I was talking about the rectangular hole in the fairing just under the Screen & the ones on each side of the fairing of the Low Rider ST that was in the video, which was what they were reviewing, after You asked, what hole, in Your comment, & they spoke about it near the end of the video & said that it was there to control the wind ,& buffeting.
Thank you Carolyn, I was teetering with what bike to get, I believe I am sold on the low rider thanks to you. I like how you explained the wind deflection. I will refer to this video before my purchase. Thank you again.
I’m way too familiar with that “Oh no, I’m in real trouble here” feeling. Fun, though, isn’t it? That’s how a bike SHOULD make you feel!
Well said. A good rider has safety zones colored yellow, orange, and red. Green ends when you raise the garage door. Most unhappy rides occur because a rider was in a red zone behaving as if he's still in the garage putting his helmet on!
Doodle you're the best 👌 👍
You nailed it and I really like how you compared different kind of baggers based in your own experience and ability. At least you are being honest as a rider.
I wish you can make more videos about the Low Rider ST ✌️ and ride safe 🙏🏻
Great show Doodle! You are really showing people the upside of riding all kinds of different bikes & in different situations! Nicely done! Cheers!
From a marketing point of view I think Harley's doing a great job in attracting newer and younger audience with these event. Great vid as always
Love your videos. It’s great seeing you venture on all styles of bikes. Life long 2 wheel affectionado here!
Great review Doodle! You're kinda turning me to the Harley side of the force with all these positive reviews you've done lately. Of course HD has been stepping up their quality game the past several years as well.
Nice review! You have certainly come a long way from your earliest videos. It has been cool to watch you grow as a rider, your vlogs have gotten you into some pretty cool situations. The best riders try to be comfortable riding all types of bikes!
That engineer was refreshingly reserved. Lovely.
Very nice! I loved this video and your pure joy on riding this bagger. It is a bike that almost any rider would enjoy being on. Gives me something to day dream about, that's for sure! My favorite bagger was the RoadKing, which I owned in the early 2000's. I'm old now, and ride a Indian Scout, because it's light weight, low, and easy to handle. Ride and stay safe Doodle!
Your enthusiasm is great.Please continue reviewing these bikes as you cruise around on your new Harley Low Rider ST..You know you are getting one...don't you...lol...great video Doodle.
I can't help but comment on how much your video production skills have improved! Good job, Carolyn, it's been very fun to see how your channel has changed and improved in the last year.
Money does that
Harley had some pro photographers giving us clips! 😀
The more you do something the better you get at it.
I want this bike!.. Sold out everywhere hopefully they will become available again. Love your channel 👍🏽
I love your videos ...... 😊 😊 😊 so I just got my GSXR 750 for the second time ....... Becouse of you and a lot of other things i am back to riding after not riding for 18 years ..... Keep putting out these videos ...
You and that Low Rider ST make a good match. Looks like it was a wonderful experience. Blessings to you.
Hey Doodle welcome to So CAL, loved your review. Harley Davidson is listening. You are a Rock Star! Keep it up.
I love my 2011 Road King, but, now I HAVE A PROBLEM. Thanks to you Doodle, LOL!! With a bad hip and a hip replacement in my future, {I'm 56} the lighter weight might help after my operation. Great vid Doodle, {as usual} God bless ya and BE SAFE!!
Love your channel I’m 5’2 and can relate to the bigger bikes. I love this bike I’m going to take in for a test ride soon.
I have a 107" Street bob. Now I want one of these it's perfect. The things HD are doing with the 2018 softail chassis are amazing.
I’ve had my ‘23 FXLRS since last August and absolutely love it! I’ve been riding since 1982, and this bike just might be my all time favorite. I’ve done a lot to it. Advanblack ST fairing, and Advanblack hard luggage which have much greater capacity then the FXLRST bags, and are top opening. Also Ohlins suspension, but the stock Showa is actually pretty good, but the Ohlins, OMG! Also S&S 50 state exhaust. I’m having a blast on my first Harley.
Great review!!!! It seems it's a great bike for a lady or a dude that wants a bagger but has the feel of a lighter bike... the only thing missing is a tour pack. Keep up the great videos!!!!! Be safe and blessed!!!!
Just came across your channel. Love the content! I’m also 5’3” and you just helped me make up my mind. I thought I was going to be limited to the Sportster because of my height, but seeing you on the baggers made me feel a little better about going for what I want, the ST!
Yes I am with you all the way on this one as I am also 5'3" as well and am interested in this very bike and had concerns regarding this. Would really love to get one with the new 135ci stage 4 crate engine which I assume will not change the height of it but saving up for it and will take me some time. Right now riding a 2003 anniversary edition FXDWG and a 2020 FXDR 114 and have no problems with either one so after seeing her riding this (at 5'3" height as well) I don't think it would be a problem for either of us. Happy and Safe Riding!
Hi Doodle
hope you're keeping well as can be expected ?
well it's our turn for the cold weather especially since it's winter here in Australia it's just a little bit harder getting out of a warm bed but it's certainly worth it when it comes to riding her
( new bike )
take care especially on the road
love n friendships always Ritchie xxx
Ive always enjoyed, smaller bikes, 1/2L or more, I bought a big heavy ST last year, weights in at 736lb has amazing wind deflection lots of storage, and is a powerful fun nice handling machine. Baggers rule, they are fast, maneuverable and comfortable. I like long rides with few stops, hard to do on a small bike.
When you find a bike that you wear more than ride, that's the one for you! I found that in the Honda Shadow Spirit. I feel more like I'm putting it on than getting on it. It just fits me so well. It almost becomes a part of me. Everything is so intuitive about it.
Napa/Sonoma was happy you came!!
I'm not a big bagger fan but this actually sounds kind of nice. I can't wait for a full review from ya
this is the full review... i only rode it 1 day 😝
Your story telling is amazing, Doodlski! I love it
Great review as always Doodle...I hope you do get to use one of these on a trip as well.
I love watching your enthusiasm and could tell you had a great tide nice video.
Your enthusiasm for life is inspiring.
720 lbs with a 117 and great wind deflection?! Sign me up! I so want to test ride this one. My Softail Slim is 735 lbs and my Street Glide Special is 835...that 100 extra pounds makes a big difference...I’m still getting used to a bagger 😬 I vote you get the Low Rider ST... you look so excited and happy on it, exactly how you should feel about your bike!
Great review! I love my '18 Sport Glide, but I'd be a liar if I didn't say that I really like the Low Rider ST! It's awesome!
I think you found your new ride! Fits you well. Looks like you can reach the ground comfortably. Hide the checkbook! 😀
Ha ha! I immediately recognized Santa Barbara, and just past that, looks like Gaviota beach. If it is Gaviota, i used to spend my summers there as an early teen, camping, hiking, and fishing from the pier. We used to climb up to that trestle and take the catwalk underneath and wait for the trains to pass over us.
Awesome!! Glad you liked it!! Thank you 🙏
I love your enthusiasm! I have that too. Now I have a problem, I need to go try this bike out!😂
Oh yeah ! I heard it ! We witnessed it ! They can ship one to you for a road trip ! YAY ! Another great opportunity awaits you ! Cheers Doodle ! 😃👍
I've actually never been interested in baggers at all, but your review of this one might have changed my mind. I like a sporty ride, and it looked like you were having some sporty fun on it!
This video is aimed at beginners and made by beginners. And clearly there’s a ton of them out there. . 😸
A 700 lbs bike with a massive v-twin engine and foot forward controls is many things, but not exactly sporty. These are bikes made for cruising comfortably and mostly in a straight line.
Just bought mine a week ago and I think it’s the best out of the box bike ever. With that said I went with forward controls because I’m 5’11 and because of that I changed the air cleaner because it was in the way. Will do other mods, but make no mistake they aren’t needed.
Doodle, if you haven’t ridden the new Heritage softail you really should. It’s light, super comfy and has cruise too. The bags are actually hard. I had a low rider but was never that happy with it. It was the dyna platform from 2015 so a different animal. The heritage actually sits lower. The great thing about these is you can quickly remove windshield, bags or trunk if you want to, then put em back on for a trip. It’s definitely my last Harley I’m finally satisfied.
Hey DOM, awesome video...that Spock clip was epic! Those ports are a fantastic....have you added a wind screen to a bike and felt the pressure of the wind on the front until it was adjusted. I think the ports stabilize the effects of the cowl. Nice problem...bagger or no bagger. Love your channel...more please!
I didn’t think the ST could be any more beautiful but now I’ve changed my mind 😍😍😍
So cool! Such a beautiful bike and rider. Great content, and I do value your opinions. Keep it up.
Cool vid and review that isn't loaded with technical data. Live ghe happy down to earthness. Sadly I don't think Harley do that low rider version anymore. So need to look out for the previous models.
Congratulations and I hope you get one for yourself. ENJOY
Hey Doodle! Just passed the MSF course in Alpharetta today. Peter says hello! 👋🏽
Awesome video! Ran across your profile on the KTM 390 Duke video. I believe I know you from Mud Pie but could be confusing you with someone else. Anyways, I just subscribed since you make great videos! I have a KTM 890 Duke R and a KTM 690 Enduro R. I mostly do off-roading these days but just did the Tail of the Dragon last weekend on the Duke and now getting the itch for another road trip. Hope all is well!
I bought the FXLRS in 2021 with plans to do exactly what they’ve done to the 2022 FXLRST. I am so mad that they changed the 2022 enough to make it so that I can’t even bolt the fairing onto my bike that’s only a year older. I’ll be getting the bags for sure at some point. Russ Wernimont’s prices are a bit extravagant for me at this time. So, I won’t even be getting the FXR fairing I’ve been wanting so badly. I am grateful to have this nimble Low Rider Special. There’s just so much potential of what I can do to make this bike mine. If only the money was there.
The Spock cameo during the technical talk was a nice touch!
Oohhh yeeeaahhhh!!!
That's the advantage of high windshield my friend.
I love watching this video 😍
For my long distance "I ain't coming home" trips I ride and older Electric Glide. My two favorite bikes that I'll also do long trips on are my Road King and a Heritage. Now my 4'11" daughter loves her early model Dyna Lowrider and was heart broken when they discontinued the Low Rider years ago. When they brought it back out she bought one right away and I cut a 1/2" out of the seat and dropped it another 3/4" and she won't even let her husband ride either one. Except as b___h!
Miss Doodle, I'd personally enjoy seeing you riding the Low Rider and enjoying your touring.
Good luck with your choices and let your husband get you an off roading bike so we can see both of you enjoying motorcycling.
You are in my prayers
Hoka Hey
I have the standard model (Low Rider S) on order and can't wait!
Really nice bikes... I love them all. My personal ride is a 2022 RGS (122 kit) and it is amazing!
the best thing about the ST is that you can take the bags off in less than a minute and put them on quickly! I installed the bags from a ST on my Low Rider S and absolutely love it!!!!
Good review once again Doodle. I am not a Bagger person at all, however, it sounds like this one might be the Bagger to change that... I'll have to go take a look at it.
You look great on it you should definitely buy this bike I’m also thinking about it also. It’s the weight that’s getting me to buy it plus all the bonuses over the last low rider the generation just before
Definitely a nice bike, if this was around as a choice when I got my 2019 Lowrider, this would have been a keeper. It reminds me of a Sportglide. I have moved on though to a Goldwing, so maybe some day I’ll be back. Thanks for the review.
Looking forward to see the upcoming road trip …should be interesting
Awesome video now I need to test ride one of these!
Awesome vid buddy!!! It's a damn cool bike!!!
I got a '21 Sport Glide, which is the predecessor to the Low Rider S. I was a doubter until I road it, then ended up buying it. My bags are the same size and removable. My fairing is a mini version of the Street Glide and also removable so you can have a striped down look. I still have my Triumph Street Triple 765R for the more spirited riding.
I have a 2018 Sport Glide and it is perfect for my short azz......stage 2 makes my smile even wider.....:)
Damn girl you’re starting to get some mad recognition. You straight up earned your respect with dedication and a good’ll helping of, i’m gonna roll up my sleeves and getter done kinda kick@$$ attitude we’ve all come to admire and love🤗You’re in beast mode! Keep up the good work.
Congrats: you've officially made it :) 100K subscribers and a major company like Harley saying they will ship you a bike to try out and video for your subs - for free!
Omg yay I’ve been waiting on this video. Nice review!!! I wanted a grom so that we can go on off-road adventures but now that I see this…..Ugh I want it too.
Riding is my biggest passion and I really enjoy this channel. My girl is a rider too and she's 5"3, so all the help for her with big bikes has been more than helpful. We live in a country where we have beautiful roads with twisties and all, so all the content about harleys is not for us. These are straight lines bikes, too noisy for our taste and too heavy for our riding pleasure. They are very expensive as well compared to bikes offering more for less. Nonetheless we enjoy every vid ! We hope for content on the equipments as the choice is very large:) the differences between shoes costing 300$ and other costing 100$, or what 360 cam should we go for, when there are 500$ cam like insta and go pro and 150$ cams like sjvc and other brands. Keep up the good vids !
I completely disagree! I ride a Road King Special and LOOOVE the twisties! I throw that thing down the road like a CBR lol... And while enjoying the ride, I get the comfort, storage, etc and all the other bagger advantages. Harleys are expensive, but the fit and finish, build quality, paint work, etc is all second to none. Triumph and BMW come close, but nobody can match HD for overall quality. So much more molded plastic, single stage paint, cheaper hardware, etc on nearly every other make.
Thanks to you doodle. I bought the grey. So you do have influence. I just wish you bought one of your own. Ride to food has one.
You look good on that ride dear, be safe😊
I just purchased a new '24 model with the 117, couldn't be happier.
This is indeed a nice looking motorcycle. Glad you had fun riding it along with the touring class baggers. I have not ridden a soft tail series bike since they upgraded the chassis and suspension a few years ago but I hear very good things about the changes. I went to a bagger 6 years ago when I bought my Road King. It is my favorite motorcycle of all time. I've learned to enjoy how practical, comfortable, powerful, and fun to ride these bikes are. And for large motorcycles, they handle amazingly well.
It’s such a cool bike! Thanks for sharing!!!
Great Video - I see your problem. I bet if I rode one I'd have to have it too. I already own a Road Glide standard and there is JUST enough room in the garage to put another bike right next to it.
Hands down the Road king. Knees in the breeze. Test drove the road glide and the street glide.The king is hands down the best. We all forget why we ride. Its wind therapy. Getting away from all the conveniences of modern day life is what riding is all about.
Great review your channel is getting very good! 👍🏻
The fairing of the Street & Road Glide work well in rain and cold weather but the Road King Special is the best riding motorcycle I ever ridden so far.
@@mojomanmurph1925 agreed. That's why I bought one.
Agreed a buddy of mine said along time ago when it rains ya gonna get wet….
Started watching you after a search of Dragon Tail videos……you’ve got a great outlook on Bikes in general imo of short views…..I would love to see your take on the New GoldWing with a Low Seat and DCT….I was so hesitant of the DCT…but after trying it on the Africa Twin and being impressed …. I couldn’t help but think it must be Great on Tour….and it IS lol…keep on keeping ON and Cheers from Alaska AK49👊🇺🇸👊
The Spock clip is genius!!! I laughed so hard!
Buy it. I own a 2020 Road Glide Special with RDRS, stage II torque cam, screaming eagle air breather, SE slip ons, stage II Rockford Fosgate, Legend REVO-A rear shocks, and a Saddlemen's gel seat.
I very seldom see girls that are interested in motorcycles and I think you are an inspiration for everyone!!
I like that overall design and the weight savings are a huge plus.
Delighted you have this conundrum hahaha. I say go for it. although, you gotta get the right one.... with fairing and bags OR choose the fxlrs and add you're own FXRT/ FXRD fairing
Hey Doodle! I really like the shorter reviews/experience videos like this! Anyway, Harley Davidson have some really nice bikes, but I’d love to hear your opinion on a new Goldwing!
I like my version of the Goldwing, the F6C or Valkyrie. And it is beyond me why they stopped making them. The low rider S interests me, but living in tropical Australia, not so sure about the air cooling systems. Other bikes I like are the rocket and the dark horse, but off those four, still would pick the Valkyrie. Please please please bring out a new model, pretty please.
Great post, Doods! I about spit my coffee when Spock's face appeared, though.
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I rode a purchased the Lowrider S. It's a beast. I've own 15 bikes in my 45 years of riding, the Lowrider S is my favourite. Enjoy.
Mine is supposed to arrive in a couple of months... I'm soooooo excited to get it!
I love my ST it’s just phenomenal to ride.. it handles like a dream.. I can do a u turn full chock so easy,.
Y'know, I love the grey! And it seems to suit you too! Yep, even in the choice of having Black - I love the grey better. You look Happy on it too! Tell hubby it's the perfect present! And like you said it's "only"..$$...! Not like mega-expensive... Do you live out in the country where a dirt bike would be better? No. Sounds like to me it is quite easy to solve your..'problem'... Get one!
I really like the looks of that bike but living in Texas and riding in 106 degree summer heat I prefer water cooled engines. I wouldn't consider a Harley bagger until they put the revolution max engine in one. I do believe that will happen at some point. I also believe they should keep air cooled versions available if they do start putting the rev max engine in them. Choice is always a good thing.
I'm new to baggers, so I've only ridden the Harley baggers so far! Which is your favorite?
I think this bike suits you well. Maybe you still want to speed but surely later in life.
I've ridden the Indian Challenger, and Yamaha Star Eluder, both great bikes. I like big full-size baggers and this wouldn't be for me probably. I currently own a Yamaha Royal Star tour deluxe (In the same class as a Road King but bigger slightly) and I'm looking at a second bike. I might test ride one, but the two aforementioned are my lead choices.
Have owned a Heritage Classic and loved it.
Road Glide fairing with Street Glide gauges would seal the deal for me to go back to HD.
I tour on my Tiger 1200, because I like the extra height of the bike and for me it ticks all the comfort boxes. At 6'2" most bikes require modifications that I dont necessarily want to invest in because I switch up every few years. I'm lucky enough to be able to afford to.
'57 FLH
Waiting for you to try something other than a Harley Cruiser/bagger. Maybe even a modern one with Water cooling. 😉
I have a sport glide, and love it, it was the model that let to the ST. But I'm trying to figure out how to get a PanAmerican, so that I have both. You might want to try a PanAmerican special with the big bags
Hi Doodle, you made the Engineer's Day. I'm happy for you and him.
It sure did! I am so happy to have been standing right there as Doodle dismounted the bike, to get her raw - in the moment feedback. I'm still smiling!
@@SKIDIDDY74 :) Job well done!
Wow Doodle, you are big time going places, good job. It's a nice bike but I ain't got the money for that.
"21 hundred dollars" huh? I'll take 10 please. 😉🤣 Another great video, keep it up.
This is exactly what. this bike is for. You go young lady
Modern FXRT is what it is. Great to see the Nova fairing resurrected.
A lighter bike must make a big difference,for manovering, and more confidence at slower speed for a smaller person or newer rider.Like your channel Doodle, very easy format to watch, ride safe .From Sweden 🏍👍🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪❤️🙏
Doodle
Yeh, Harley has released some AWESOME motorcycles Lately, Like the new Pan Am and the new Sportster. All of the new Harleys are AMAZING!!! Great video lADY!
Ride SAFE and BE safe Doodle!!
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