Harley Low Rider ST...Good and Bad
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- Опубліковано 7 лип 2023
- Talk about what my pros and cons of the Low rider ST.
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Bike: 2023 Harley Davidson
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Stumbled upon this video and I appreciate the honest review. Thank you you Goofy Bastard! Subscribed.
I appreciate that you subbed to my channel. I’m always gonna give you an honest review of any product whether I buy it or it is given to me for review. Thanks for watching
The problem with the mirror views aren't the mirrors themselves, it's their position. I've had the same problems with all my Harleys with the same style of mirrors, for example.. on my current bike('09 Road King) I installed taller 10" mini-ape bars and the views in the mirrors are now perfect. The issue isn't in the design, it's in the varying heights and sizes of people. Ride on and be safe.
I totally agree with what you are saying. I think once I get risers on this bike I will be able to see a lot more outta them. I’m also considering flipping the mirrors underneath the bars, again once I get some risers on it. Thanks for watching!!
Man I test rode an FXLRST and I must say I NEED one!!!!
As much as I would joke around with buddies and bash on Harley, I do love this bike. I am very happy with the purchase…I mean aside from all the extra money I’ve been spending on it 🤣! Thanks for watching
They are all good point. The good news is they all can be changed out or modified. IMO, best looking Harley that's come out years. Good to hear you're still stoked about the ST.
I am so totally still stoked on the ST. Just ordered more stuff today. Yes all that can be modified to suit me better!! I think she’s a pretty sweet looking Harley as well. Thanks for watching Eric!!!
Glad you like it. I probably wouldn't car for the gauge set up, I like the old school tach and speedo.
I like that setup as well…and I can always switch them out if I really want to. Thanks for watching Frank!!!
Couldn't agree more, with your mirror and lightbulb complaints.
You really can’t see much at all with those mirrors. I upgraded the bulbs though and the LEDs are so much better. Thanks for watching
I'm glad to hear you're liking the new bike 👍
I am very happy with the purchase!!! Thanks for watching Walt!!!
I'm starting to feel the same way about my handlebars, just need like an inch or two more and I feel like it would be perfect. Nice run down of everything. I do like that gauge setup.
It’s always about an inch or two isn’t it 🤣🤣🤣. You should try it out and see if it’ll work for you. Thanks for watching!!
Nice video. I agree with you on your bike
Thanks Larry and thanks for stopping by to watch!!! Stay safe
It is a great looking bike!
Thanks Patrick!!! I agree!!
It is nice. But the first thing I'd get rid of besides the exhaust is the bags...not enough room I got a '23 FXLRS instead of the ST. I Enjoy paying $3K less for essentially the same thing w/o bags and fairing. I'll put some leatherpros and Memphis shades on the S along with the other $5K of stuff I'd add to either one and I'll be happy(I hope). I was very tempted by the ST but was quite aware that the HD dealer would jam it to me if I chose it. BTW, you never get any of those bikes at MSRP...you get tricked and bamboozled by the finance guy/gal whatever. MSRP means zip...You signature commits you. There is no shortage of those things now so all I can say is don't be a sucker...think before you sign.
You are right…the LowRider S is essentially the same bike without the bags and fairing, but for me, I wanted those things that’s why I chose the ST. The way I utilize the bags, the clamshells work for me. I’ve never had an issue with fitting whatever I needed to fit in there. I do understand that the leather pros are bigger but IMO the are not aesthetically pleasing. I didn’t have to talk to the finance guy or sign any of that finance paperwork. Thanks for watching
Fair enough 👌
Thanks for watching!!
“That’s what she said”😂. Really is a beautiful bike my friend. And good for you on miles. I work from
Home so I don’t get to add miles by riding to work. Plus, I have a lot more life going on than just riding the bike.
Yeah kinda sucks I don’t get to ride much when I’m not working. There are more important things in life than riding motorcycles….but it is close to the top of the list!! Thanks for watching RJ and I hope all is well
Working from home I'd be going for a ride before work.Job done.
@@GoofyBastardbeing a combat veteran, there aren’t many things more important that my bike. It keeps my mind off of certain things and I can just concentrate on the ride.
@@JoshuaRoberts-kq9cs yep exactly. Pretend like I had a long commute!!!🤣🤣
@@turtle19dad first off, thank you sir for your service. I use the time on the bike to clear and refresh my mind. Great way to forget about things for a minute
Sometimes that's all you need. Just a couple more inches. haha I've watched a couple videos on this bike and some really do get hung up on the bags being different. Doesn't look bad to me. Not a bad list. Leaves room for you to make it yours. Gotta think it's hard to make one bike fit everyone.
Oh you’re right, you can’t make a bike to fit everyone. There are always gonna be things that you’re gonna want to change to make it more comfortable or just make it your own. Just a couple more inches would definitely make a difference🤣🤣!! Thanks for watching Mike!!
Nice 😎👍
Thank you and thanks for watching!!!
Hi Goofy, looks like you got a nice machine there. I've always been a Kawasaki guy until I bought my 2014 Road King this spring. I love the bike in every way and am totally sold on Harley now, but I find the seat so much lower and the floor boards higher so the angle of my hips and knees is much sharper and as a guy in his 50's, that's the only thing I'm not digging too much.
Then you would hate the ST. My knees are much higher than I generally like, but I am getting used to it and like it more and more each time I ride. I’ve been a metric guy ever since I started riding and this is my first Harley. I love the bike and the ease of doing mods to it, but I’m not a “Harley” guy yet. Those Road Kings are nice machines. Everyone I’ve known that has had one have loved them!! Thanks for watching!!!
Very cool that you’re enjoying the bike so much!! You’re just a couple inches away….😂😂😂😂😂
Just need a couple more inches🤣🤣!! I really am enjoying it!!! Thanks for watching Patrick!!!
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Thanks for watching!!!
Man, that's ONE big difference between Harleys and the Vaquero: the BAGS! My work laptop fit perfectly in the Vaquero's bags, but I had to get a tour pack on my Harley to fit it :(
All it needed was a couple more inches ;)
That’s what she said…lol!!!
The Vaquero definitely had bigger bags. But the new lunchbox is working out well enough!!! I am never gonna get a tour pack so the space I have now…is that I’m gonna have. Thanks for watching!!
@@GoofyBastard Mark my words: GoofyBastard will have a tour pack. And so it is written! :D
@@RoadReality you keep thinking that…🤣🤣
The first thing I noticed while demoing the bike was the gauge. I did see where someone completely changed it out and man it looked bad ass. Yeah those mirrors need to be taller for sure. That bike is some much fun to ride.
I am having a great time riding this bike. I have seen the gauge changed out as well. If I do that, it’ll be one of the last things I would do. Thanks for watching!!!👍🏻👍🏻😎😎
How is headlight work for you? I heard some people complaining
I think the headlight sucks on this bike TBH. I am gonna be looking for a new one this year. Thanks for watching
I put forward controls on my low rider s And I think it's perfect. For reference, I'm just shy of 5'8".
I right about the same height, but honestly I have gotten used to the mids. Maybe one day if I get the urge for forwards I’ll do it then. Thanks for watching!!
@@TheDelNoah to each their own. I think I’m sticking with the mids. They were a little uncomfortable at first but I am used to them now
A finer than frog hair bike brother. Enjoy! Bob
I couldn’t have said it better myself Bob!!! Thank you for watching!!!
Worst thing on that bike is the instrument gauge, especially for such an expensive bike✌🏽
The good thing is if I decide to go that route, they make a gauge kit for it so I can run a traditional gauge. But I’m not ready to spend that money yet!! Thanks for watching!!
I don’t mind it. Same as in the Street Bob.
@@turtle19dad it would be so much better if there was something to block the glare
@@GoofyBastard Have you tried an anti glare screen protector? Maybe you can cut it to shape. Great vid by the way. My introduction to you.
@@yungsupa01 ya know I haven’t thought of that, but that might be an idea to look into. Thanks for watching and for the idea!!👍🏻🤘🏻
you saw 2 cops and didn't gun it? I'm so disappointed. I cannot get past the uneven bags, lol I do have that OCD problem. The 117 does seem like a solid motor for sure. That gauge would annoy the hell out of me
I don’t need to run anymore…I’m all legal like!!! So you’re one of those that I spoke of huh!!! That motor is stout!!! In the bright sunlight it can be annoying. Thanks for watching
Amen about the bulbs...lame. I don't get it. Plus, you can get plug and play LED for the front but apparently not the rear. I don't get that.
Yeah incandescent bulbs suck!!! I switched out the front for switchback turn signals and you can do plug and play LEDs for the rear. Thanks for watching
Is the low rider st good for 2 up riding or more a solo bike
While I have never done 2-up with it yet, if it’s setup for it I do t see why it wouldn’t be. That being said, if I were touring 2 up I would look into a touring bike. Thanks for watching
How do you like that digital readout vs the Val’s analog gauges? I think I’d miss them. The look of that ST though…. It’s 🔥🔥🔥!
Safe riding.🤙🏽
I loved the Vaq’s gauges, especially at night. I do miss them. I miss em a lot more when it’s bright and sunny and can’t see my speed…lol!! Thanks for watching!!
Can you drop your mirrors?I am going to try tomorrow i have the same complaint. Take the right mirror put it on the left side bottom of the handle bar. People on utube do it on the low rider model
I have considered it actually. I think with the stock risers though, the mirrors will hit the fairing. When I eventually change out the risers I was gonna try it. If you do try it, let me know how it works out. Thanks for watching!!!
@GoofyBastard ok I will let you know tomorrow. Thanks 🙂
I did not get a second today ill try it tomorrow if I free up and ill let you know.
No luck I tried it and unfortunately the mirrors hit the fearing. Hopefully maby thrashin supply has something.
@@billyflanagan9657 I kinda figured as much. If you put risers on it…I’m sure you’ll get the clearance you need
I can't figure out what the ST is good for. It's ok at around town, it's ok at day trips, it's ok at touring but not good at anything specifically. On the 3 days test event I went on it was exhausting with the mid controls, the fairing was a little too small for comfort, the bags weren't big enough for anything we would actually want to put in them like on a RG. Don't get wrong, I'm sure it's fun for small jaunts here and there and maybe that's the use case for most people. Unfortunately It seems that a lot of people are buying the ST thinking they are getting a bargain RG when in reality they aren't.
Personally and this is my opinion, I think the bike does all of those things better than just ok. It is a great bike for day trips, for around town. I can’t speak of the touring part because I generally don’t tour. But that is the reason I bought the ST instead of a RG. I wanted the lighter more nimble bike. And surprisingly, the RG or SG saddlebags aren’t all that much bigger than the LowRider ST bags. For me and the way I ride, this bike fits my needs perfectly. But just like any other bike, nothing is 100% perfect. Thanks for watching!!!
Also, that gage thing is crap. The S round type with tach is much better. I bet Harley paid no more than $30 to get that silly little gage system made by some(Chinese) supplier. I don't care what others think, I think that thing is cheap cheap cheap. They use it on many other models.
I wasn’t a huge fan of the gauge at first. It has grown on me over time though. While I do like the looks of the round gauges…and really like the double gauge look. That would be at the bottom of my list for upgrades. There are far more important things to me to do to the bike.