The Low Rider ST Is Awesome, BUT... | H-D Low Rider ST Review
Вставка
- Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
- Get the best pair of Sunglasses for your ride with Flying Eyes! Get 10% off with code SPITE at: flyingeyesoptics.com/eyewear/... @FlyingEyesWorld
HUGE Shoutout to @harleydavidson for sending the Low Rider ST out for a review. Stay tuned for more on the ST!
Harley Davidson claims the Low Rider ST is a sport touring bike, but how well can a 720LBS bike really handle?
If you like what you saw and want to support the channel, click that subscribe and bell button. If you'd like to help out even more, you can check out / spitescorner
Want to get in touch or get more info about the channel? direct.me/spitescorner
00:00 - Intro
01:50 - First Impressions
11:13 - Specs, Pros & Cons
17:03 - Commuting Test
23:16 - Discord Q&A
27:09 - Final Verdict - Авто та транспорт
Yup, I straight up smooshed my Flying Eyes with a Harley and they survived. If you want to pick up a pair use the code SPITE for 10% off at flyingeyesoptics.com/eyewear/?ref=spitescorner
Next time you record a Flying Eyes ad, now you can say you literally ran them over and they survived 😆
Almost 100K subs. Congratulations, bro!
I enjoyed the impromptu God Dimmit!
Should I get this bike at all because I don't want the St I just want the lowrider s with the bikini fairing is it worth it is it worth the money I don't think it's worth the money but I really like the bike and the quality of the build or is that just a good paint job and is that why Indian chief dark horses don't look as good unless they're painted black and gray
Ok this is better than any sponsored segment, youve convinced me
Dude, love seeing you at almost 100K and getting HD trials. Just another thing pointing to the fact that you ran YN channel. He did you a huge favor letting you go, the great thing is you deserve all the credit for keeping your head up and seeing the opportunity.
Indeed. I was worried Spite would have an uphill battle for few years as he would lose his contacts from YN as his channel is technically new but it seems like this was not the case. 👍
The really cool thing is that during that awful exit/hostage interview Spite said his goal was to get over 10k subs this year and 50k subs by the end of 2023. Look at our boy now!! Dude might crack 100k before the end of 2022.
100%
@@brazoon1 "exit hostage " omfg🤣😂🤣⚰
@@brazoon1 lol, love the "exit/hostage part....so true!!
YN is hating it right now, which makes me even happier for Spite.
Actually one of my favorite parts of this bike is the simplicity in the controls and fairing. I really love the cockpit of this motorcycle, I think it’s one of the most attractive looking cockpits out today with the small gauges in the handlebar clamp, the air openings in the fairing, and the single headlight. I am not even into Harley’s, and I find the low rider ST very cool.
I’m with ya , I like the simplicity that works
Agreed, if I wanted all the bells and whistles, I would have gone with a RG or something. I like the minimal as well.
Going to disagree somewhat. I don't need an iPad but I can't stand that tiny gauge. It looks like the same one from the Street Bob I test rode and I couldn't hardly see a damn thing on it a lot of times. The least they could have done was add the gauge from the standard LRS, but it would have been much better if they'd added the TFT from the Sportster S.
I despise that front fairing for whatever reason
Totally agree. Just traded a Street Glide Special for one and do not miss infotainment system at all (only used for music).
I’m 6’7” and I have owned a low rider ST. I love the bike. Put forward controls and mini foot boards to make it more comfortable on long rides. It has not disappointed me in any riding conditions.
Omg you just saved me...I was talked into a road king king 6'3. But I want this bike...low rider ST...dealer said I'm too tall...but if you pulled it off at 6'7... gonna do it.
Likewise at 6’6” with forward controls and a tall boy sea it’s super comfortable…..
Did that huge air intake get in the way of your leg?
Somewhat. Once I got the forward controls on it help eliminate some interference. Still was a mild nuisance.
How far can you get on a tank? I’m concerned about the smaller tank vs the touring
You will NEVER convince me a Harley is worth the sticker price…
Beautiful bikes. Great sound. That’s about it.
The only thing not great about them is the price
Agree 100%. I've tried. They're about 10 years behind on everything they build. I'm currently riding a Gold Wing DCT. Tried the Ultra and the Road Glide, but they're not even close in technology, handling, reliability, comfort and brakes. WAY OVERPRICED.
Harley is to the motorcycle market what the 1911 is to the firearms market. Rich in American history but technologically deficient and dated. It’s all about the bragging rights, looks, and experience while riding (or shooting).
if they were less expensive they would be too ubiquitous and less desirable. They are priced just right to keep them sought after.
@@Wiskerbiscuitwhat's to be sought after? Literally every single thing Harley has done someone else has done with more power, less weight, better reliability, and cheaper cost. Is the flex that you can afford to waste that kind of money on a product that does not even meet let alone beat the competition?
This makes me so happy. Love seeing you thrive, Spite. Also as a Harley Simp, I’m on a ‘22 Street Bob 114 and that torque is just monstrous. The M8 is one of the best engines Harley made
Man, you are killing it here. Absolutely love your videos. I mean, I'm not even *remotely* interested in this bike and still thoroughly enjoyed this video.
Yay Harley Boi content!!! Wishing you all the best in 2023.
Favorite channel hands down. Love that you got a bike from HD to test.
Your channel is getting good, man. Didn't think it would get this good this quick.
Love when spite uploads, keep up the good work!
fantastic review. I agree on the dash...those circular instrument readouts would look very nice on that bike and would be a lot better. For that price...not having a modern dash is just kinda ridiculous
Love the uploads. Would love to see a tier list or a roundup of the best motorcycles that came out this year.
This
Nice ad transition!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. I’m definitely using your code just cause of how neatly you attempted that.
So glad you're doing great man!
Gonna have to try harder than that to break those glasses 😎
Thanks for the great content Spite - you're the best in the business
Excellent review. Especially the highway ride you did, it made me pull the trigger on heading into my local Harley Dealership to test ride this bike for myself and I can't wait.
You are really coming into your own with your reviews. Keep it up i like it.
Great video as always. Looks like 100k is just around the corner!
I bought the Low Rider S a few months ago and absolutely love it. My first Harley, and now I know why folks love them. It just hits different, know what I mean. the 117 is buttery smooth and massive power.
Wonder how you would compare the S to the ST. I'm not a huge fan of the whole faring thing, and with what's on the S, it LOOKS more like a classic muscle cruiser, but thats just personal opinion and aesthetics.
Good to see you back on a Harley. I honestly would never have given them a second glance if it weren't for you.
I love technology, but these small digital displays just don’t cut it. I agree with you, give me two gauges. A quick glance and I see what I need. With the digital dash, I have to look longer to see what I need to see. Things happen fast on two wheels, I don’t need to slow that process down. HD does need to do a better job with tech. Nice bike though.
Love my Low Rider S. It’s a 2020, but I was able to get it for $15,800 otd just before the pandemic hit. It’s hard to justify the current price for the new one, but not impossible. IF you can find one used just get it, you won’t regret it.
It’s it a good city bike? Lane splitting , rights on traffic stops , flickability ? Does it feel heavy ? I ride a bolt and I’m still in love with it perfect city bike just need more power on HW
Great review! I rented one for a week while in Las Vegas and immediately wanted to trade in my Sport Glide. However, I really want a touring bike for longer adventures and camping so I’m leaning towards a Road Glide Limited.
It was awesome meeting you when you were out in Las Vegas. Made my week! Thank you!
I dream about this bike. Thanks for covering it Spite. Great content as always.
Nice video, bud. Sneaking up on 100k! I love it! Also, excellent use of raison d’etre 😆 You and Queensryche 😎😎
The S/T should have come with a 2-1 exhaust, equal sized bags (that lopsided look is fugly), dual guage tank dash, and locking storage compartments in the fairing w/ usb charging. At over twenty grand the S/T seems a bit spartan.
It does have USB charging.
@@HD-on2eg in a locking compartment in the fairing as I stated?
It’s on the left side of the frame in front of the tank.
@@HD-on2eg which is not in a locking compartment in the fairing, is it? Thankyou for paying the fuck attention to what was stated in the first fucking place.
@@Bahlzeron A lot of people don’t know the ST even has a USB port. I was just stating that it does incase someone that actually owns the bike wanted to know. Thanks for the respectful reply
Nice review keep up the good work this would be my starter 🚲
I think muscle cruiser is a more fitting term for this bike. The V-rod or a Rocket 3 would probably be more appropriate than comparing it to K bikes and such. At that price point the Rocket 3 is serious competition and it's absolutely gorgeous but it all boils down to use case. On a cross country trip I agree there are few nicer things to be on than a good Hog.
A good review as always spite !
Good review... Good info..... Thanks for sharing..... Safe travels....
Love the review Spite. The Low Rider ST is one of the bikes that I am really looking at getting in the future. Great video as always.
Almost 100k 👏 early congratulations Jake !
Edit- glad your doing your own thing. Life has several roads and while some might not as smooth your still going to the same place as long you know where you want to go.
Btw I seen the podcast with Josh. That threw me off. I'm lost...he left also?
sunglasses thing was hilarious, nice work!
Honestly I think HD sorely whiffed when they discontinued the Sport Glide. It had the forward controls and the proper telemetry display, but only had the 107. If they would've stuffed that 117 in that bike, it would be the perfect bike for the soft tail sporty touring class. I have the 2021 Sport Glide and I completely love that machine! I have put over 6000 miles on mine in less than a year & a half!!! I ride it any chance I can make an excuse to. It is very confidence inspiring going into corners. My only complaint with it would be the sound, but that is getting fixed with a stage 1 kit this spring. I also upgraded the windscreen (or lack thereof) and added a mustache highway bar (highly recommend). Great review Spite!!!
The last Harley I rode still drunk calls me
I guess I'm missing the "premium experience" part other than the price. $22k and there's zero tech, an instrument panel the width of a sharpie, no suspension adjustability and 700+ lbs? Yikes.
$23,400 now
That's a good move HD. Spite has a way about the way he talks about a HD that really makes you want to own one! - Frank
So glad you are doing this, at 76 I am considering buying a ST to ride into the future!
Harley = last year's technology and this year's price
That line's so old it carries an AARP card...
Killing it brother!!
Nice one, Spite. Thanks!
CONGRATULATIONS BROTHER
I turn 62 next month and buying a new bike. I have owned 4 Harleys my last I sold 17 years ago which was a StreetGlide with the 88 engine. I did as stage 4 because I love torque but was never happy with outcome of the build. The thought of a 117 on a bike that is 150 lbs lighter is already making me smile. Plus at my age weight of a bike is important so the lighter the better. I was even considering the New Indian Scout 101 because that bike weighs 572 lbs. But then I saw the Sport Chief with bigger engine so It's now down to the Indian Chief or the Low Rider. I want to giggle when I twist the throttle. Only thing I would change on the Harley are the pipes. I think the fairing is tall enough for someone my height. Thanks again for a great video!!! Safe travels my friend. EDIT....I was wrong, this bike is only 100 lbs less than StreetGlide. Only thing I would miss is having music but just learned that new helmets allow you to Bluetooth music into helmet even though I also love the sound of nice pipes and open road. Do not need music but it was nice to have on longer rides. And you nailed it. I am one of those old farts that want to go fast on the straights and slow on the corners. I am stoked no pun intended.
👍🏽 thank you for the review
Beautiful bike. I personally wasn’t a fan when I first saw these online, or even in person… wasn’t until I got up close and sat on one that I really began to appreciate. Hoping to take one for a test ride once we get some spring weather.
I agree with the price you stated. With HD having the new Rockford system and the new Ohlins/screaming eagle suspension i believe both should have been included with the price of all 3 st models
This is my current dream bike.
I never was a Harley guy but I love the looks and idea of this motorcycle.
Dude, good review…knees higher than hips, no thanks …brakes are usually either Brembo or Hayes…would like to see the bike be water cooled…
Love your comments regarding sport bike riders worrying about leaning the bike over when cornering. As someone who has ridden Harley’s for years as well as sport bikes, they need not worry. After having done a number of track days on my HD XR1200, your perception of how far you are leaning over to your actual lean angle is deceiving. Last track day I thought I had the bike really cranked over, close to scrapping my knee; until I saw the pictures. I was only about 1/2 as far as I thought.
Keep up the good work
Great review
Yes! The particular model I’ve been most curious about
Great video! Dude you got to be cramped on that bike!!
It's not too bad, with the tall boy seat It's a lot more comfortable
I think the ST is trying hard to channel the FXRT!
Back in the day, dealers had stacks of those fairings from those bikes. Now a shitty fairing is like $2k.
Almost there!!!!!!!!!!!!! 100k
I've got 8000 miles on my 22 LRS and I love it. 70% on 2 lane blacktop in my area but I've already ridden it from St. Louis to Florida and St. Louis to Tail of the Dragon and back. I've planed out multiple trips for 2023. I've scraped both pegs so it can be done.
Seems like a Harley that I could live with. I'm 5'11" and also have a 32" inseam. The stock windshield might be tall enuf for me, and a gel pad goes a long way for seat comfort. Been looking at the Triumph T120 as a next bike. Love the retro look, the torque avail @low rpm's, the ergos, and it also has cruise control.
I’m the same height and inseam, the windshield still hits my face, I opted to get the Klock Werks flare up windshield hopefully it helps haven’t gotten to try it yet it’s fuckin 26° in NY
I have a T120 as my round-town and twisty road bike. It is a fine machine and a lot of fun to ride - kind of like back to basics. I also have a heavy-weight touring bike and have had a few sport-tourers. While the T120 is a great bike, it isn't a long-range all-day-in-the-saddle ride - just be aware of that.
Interesting that I ran across your comment, I am currently dithering between the T120 and the Lowrider.
Very significant price difference between these two bikes.
We are nearly identical in height and inseam, what did you end up doing? And do you have any regrets?
Thanks for this review. I have been eyeing this bike up a while. I'm about your size, so looking to see how you find the bike after you install the tallboy seat.
Finally! A cruiser video!
100k let's gooooo!
Best video ever, I can really relate to you and this video. You look like average guy( not trying to be anyone but you). I'm also considering putting in an order for this bike so video was awesome, not only that but during the recession I moved to TX do some work. I built the state park you were parked in front of in beginning of video. I couldn't tell what direction you were going but the highway that goes from wimberley to Bee cave I hit a deer at 60 MPH on a 1984 Honda XL 600 dual sport at 6:00 in the morning heading south to wimberley from lake Travis. I didn't come off the bike but my clutch cable was ripped off the casing, I limped the bike to work where nobody believed me because they said most of their friends that hit deers don't make it. They didn't believe me until they saw all the deer hair on my shocks 😲. Thanks again!!!!
I've been waiting for this one. Low rider st may be my next bike.
You killed it!
I love all the lowrider S but if I do end up getting one forward controls are gonna be a day one necessity, I was considering the ST and was planning on getting the audio kit, the dash from the S for the analog tach and a ram mount android auto head unit but that's gonna be so expensive I thought at that point I might as well have sprung for the road glide ST and called it a day
HD could sell their bikes for 40% less they’d be excellent but they are still not worth their sticker IMO. Every time I get tempted all it takes to sway me is a look at the price
Running over sunglasses just a coincidence. Yea….I routinely place mine under the tire as well. Way better than on the bars, tank, seat, in the bags, pockets. Nice product plug though.
Holy crap is that footage that actually looks like the bike has been ridden a lot? What a novel concept lol
"The harder you ride it, the better it feels" -Spite
Also......thats what she said lol.
this is the bike im saving up for. currently have an 06 883
I certainly think You hit the nail on the head with Your feelings about it.
My #1 beef with it and the main reason I don't own one (Yet..), is the price tag. I honestly feel like the bags are too small, and as You pointed out the fairing is a bit lacking for Harley to be asking FIVE GRAND over the price of the Lowrider S...
I'm just gonna wait for a pampered one to show up on the used market.
have you ridden one?
If I were to buy another Low Rider S it would be the ST. Glad to see you reviewing a Harley!
Lets get this guy 100k sub before 2023 starts! :D
I fully agree about having the indicator switch in one piece on the left. Frees up your throttle hand, in particular on quick turns close together when on / off throttle is important.
Also a small curled up lip moulded into fairing will push that wind over your head.
I had a small windshield with that set up on a 1981 xs 1100 RH Yamaha with a small bikini fairing all those decades ago and worked excellent. Not bagging this bike , I ride Harleys now. Just saying.
Spite, I'm 6ft at 300 pds . I ride a 2008 Softail Custom, and I had to put 2 inch over extension forward controls with floor boards to feel comfortable. Baby apes gone it felt wobbly, so to say . Put a 12 inch riser with 12 inch drag bar being one piece without no pullback and a gunfighter Saddleman seat to feel comfortable . Plus, I got a Saddleman Explorer seat it's a gel seat with the memory foam for my wife, so her kitty cat wouldn't get sore . It's very comfortable, but I can't feel the road response . The things we do for our ole ladies . My bike obviously is a 96-inch with Vance&Hines FP3 Bluetooth tuner and pipes . That FP3 tuner is a blast to self tune your bike . It was still running rich, so I called Vance&Hines, and they fine-tuned it from California, and I live in Connecticut . They even said good job filling all the boxes . Every gear just red lined it . When is enough enough for these cruisers . Harley's are built around torque, not horsepower . The bike I bought mileage was 21k just about showroom condition for 7k . Now, my stance on these Harley Davidson can really suck crap . There is no Harley Davidson worth over 20k. Sorry for those who truly just pissed their money away . And for what I even dragged raced, a 107 cube motor couldn't pass him, but he wasn't going nowhere himself pretty much almost neck and neck . So are Harley's great bikes, yes ! But are they great bikes for 20k plus HELL NO ! Sorry, the truth is the truth . And I'm a Harley fan boy to the max . Even the Gold Wing isn't worth it as well . And the G.W. is a much better tourer than any Harley Davidson ever will be .
Great review. Just bought Fast Johnnie version of this bike. It is pricey, but the fun factor is through the roof and I’ve had a few fun bikes (KTM Super Adv R, Rocket Roadster, SG Special…). None came close to matching this bike’s handling, power and comfort (6’6” with forward controls and tall boy seat). I dig the stripped down cockpit but understandably it’s not for everyone. The 117 in this bike is no joke. Gotta test ride one to “get it”.
Dang, I am really not the target demographic for Harley. I don't see, why I should get this over a Rebel CMX1100T, which costs half. ^^'
PS: Even at the same price, I would take the Rebel.
God I love Spite's energy toward cruisers.
Nice, been waiting for this one 👍Like you said, I feel it's best buying as used for price, not worth over 20K.
Always love Harley motorcycle never own one i love the cruiser style but went i bought a Triumph Rocket 3 GT instead 2500 cc 163 ft-torque 167 hp installed a quick shifter on it the power and torque on the rocket is out of this world 155 cubic inch in Harley number with no stage just big number right out the box. Love your review would like to see you test a rocket 3 in the near future.
Loving the videos Spite. Quick question. What bag is that on the back of the bike and how do you like it?
If you mean the backpack, it's my camera bag. It's a Vanguard something or other. I like it but it should have a waist strap.
Glad you Broke away from the Noob, you never would have done this with him, i would like to see you do the Big Bikes like my personal fave what i own a Road King
Spite Rules!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you for another great review, love the simplicity of the fairings. Not a fan of speakers in the fairings. Feel the bike needs an updated dashboard especially for a $20K bike.
I ride my vtx pretty aggressively, my foot rests are ground down. You can carve pretty good it just takes a lot of effort
Lmao great sponsors with the glasses.
I'm currently at Urgent care and have a 45 minute wait, so I guess I'm watching some Spite while I wait
Great review with interesting point of view. I would add that harley's are driven on torque rather than HP which I think was the struggling to put into words at the early part of the review and then later as you discovered when you hit the rev limiter. Also, I would probably go with the regular Low Rider S for the 117 motor and use as a daily driver and occasional all day rides. For touring and frequent all day rides I'd go with a Street or Road Glide. More tech, more comfort and storage. For high speed hooning I'd just go with a sport bike. If you
I see you just went through New Braunfels. Hope to see you around town sometime.
Thanks for continuing to put out honest, real world content. I'm sure the temptation is real to give anyone a glowing review who's willing to lend out their brand new bike for a couple weeks, but we the people really seek and appreciate truth tellers! Overall sweet bike though, way out of my price range, but it would be one I'd look at pretty hard if I was looking at Harleys.
Looks pretty slick, though I'm not super stoked on that cluster.
What happened to the audio the last few seconds before you pulled over for pros and cons? Can’t wait to see how much this costs, I liked the bike and the video. Need to get myself some flying eyes shades.
Love the latest video. I'm amazed that sounds like Harley actually delivered a bike with a decent set of tires on it that don't need swapping for once. You sort of answered this when alluding to the big Triumph but how does this stack up against the rocket 3 with luggage or a Ducati XDiavel with luggage?
The luggage on the Harley is very small. No helmet, enough for a short weekend, but easy to lane split with.
I don't believe the other two have oem luggage, so you can pick whatever you want but it won't be as aesthetically pleasing (color matched panels, etc).
@@JelloThatsMellow Both have factory black accessory luggage, while Corbin offers big paint-matched bags for the Rocket3.
Nice and comprehensive review. Especially, I enjoyed part of the video on the highway! The only one thing is still unclear for me, is it big enough for travelling with my lady)
I'm 5'8 with a 31" inseam and I bought an El Diablo. I do feel cramped in the legs sometimes, but other times I like the leg ergos (leaning a little forward and being a hooligan). I'm still getting used to it (my other bike is a 1997 softail custom with forwards).
But I noticed, with the saddle bags, you also have a sissybar on there. Mind going over that? Is that the HD hold fast sissybar? I can't get a good read as to whether the hold fast mounts can be combined with the bag mounts (replace spacer on bag mount with the mount piece for sissybar). Some say you can, some say you can't. Some claim to have done so on Sport Glides but... ???
97.3 subs....almost at that milestone!!!
Dude I just stopped by the dealer today, they want $24500 plus taxes and fees on a 23 Low rider ST.. close to $26500 out the door.. I walked, the Harley dealers here don’t even post pricing on the website.
This is the bike 100% perfect for me I can't wait to get one
I like the blinkers on both sides
You suggested Flying Eyes and I gave a pair a shot. There will never be another sunglasses brand for under my helmet. Sort of a neat bike, but the ergos kill it for me. I would rather have a supernaked bike, and only be a little less uncomfortable. Great review though, seems like a lot of fun.
Agree with you on the "gunship" gray color, looks like they just clear coated the primer, and somehow that's extra? Though I saw Road Glide Special in it where the owner added some orange accents that really elevated it - stitching in the seat, spark plug wires, custom black/orange pinstriping on the fairing, tank and bags. Harley isn't the only vehicle manufacturer that hasn't got the note that the "gray fad" is over in design.
I did a demo on the st. My knees raised didnt felt comfortable but i like where the instrument cluster is located.