Is the Sportster S a good beginner motorcycle?
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2022
- Here are my thoughts about if the Sportster S is a good motorcycle for beginners and a few more things about the motorcycle.
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The Sportster S in black is my first bike. And honestly not much experience on other bikes. Respect the machine. Period. Know that you don’t know anything and take your time in rain mode/ road mode. A few weeks of getting comfortable and maneuvering, drive around town. Kick that baby into Sport mode and enjoy it. It’s such a badass bike. Comments all the time in traffic, thumbs ups, saying it looks like a Batman style bike, “THATS A HARLEY”?? Lol. Thanks for the continued content on the Sportster S Ty! 👍🏼
That’s awesome man. I’m very happy to see that you are having a great time with your Sportster S. Yes, it sure is a fun bike. Ride safe and thank you for watching!
hi Ty, good to see another Sportster S video; great topic, so I'll chime in with my review. First of all, I agree with MOST of what you said in your video, with some nuances.
1) Yes, this is a good bike for beginners, intermediate, and advanced riders. Where I disagree 'slightly' with Ty, is that I feel that a beginner novice rider (just the MSF class and very few miles) should keep the Sportster S in 'Rain' mode for at least a month, maybe more. Then, when comfortable, move up to 'Road' mode and keep it there for one season. Leave 'Sport' mode alone for at least one season. The bike is 502 Lbs wet, very manageable for a novice. Its playful, but holds a line well. Its throttle by wire, so in Rain mode is VERY docile, and quite manageable for a new rider. I'm in my second season (65 yo) and loving this bike. I set Sport mode 'OFF' and I stay in Road mode, except for the times I've been caught in the Rain.
2) Forward controls: novice riders can handle forward controls, particularly if you are 5' 10" or taller. I would NOT go with mid controls unless you're 5' 9" or shorter. I am 6' 1" and the forward controls are for me fabulous, and personally, I would hate the mid controls.
3) Is this a girls bike? That is a fucking dumb assed question, and I agree with Ty, not worth even addressing. I will say though, that shorter women 5' 4" or less usually need a shorter bike saddle height because of their relatively short inseam. As far as Harleys go, the older Iron 883 is typically sought after by folks with a short inseam. If a woman were to rider the Sportster S then probably she will want the mid controls and if she can't flat-foot the bike at least be comfortable with the one-foot-down technique. Other than that comment, calling the Sportster S a "girl's bike" is just fucking ignorant.
4) I have my Sportster S tricked out with engine guards, radiator guard, wind-screen, tail hardware with rain guard & tail-bag, heated-grips, and the Sundowner seat. Don't even think of riding this bike as a primary bike WITHOUT the Sundowner seat (its an ass-kicker). With the Sundowner seat its manageable for short to intermediate trips, but its NOT a touring motorcycle. About the time your ass starts hurting you're going to be out of fuel anyways, soooo it works out. I typically get 1.5 to 2.0 hours before I need to stretch and walk around. For around town, errands, lite commuting, and just county road fun, the bike is fabulous. I have two Harleys... the Sportster S for sport cruising, and a Heritage Springer Softail for touring (longer road trips up to a couple of days). Again, the Sportster S is NOT a touring motorcycle, so go into the bike with eyes wide open.
5) I highly recommend the clamp-on wind-screen from Harley-Davidson. Snaps on and off in less than 30 seconds, and cuts the buffeting on chest and shoulders by 100% and cuts the buffeting on the head|helmet by 70%. Highway speeds (especially for novice riders) are terrible without the wind-screen, but bouncing around town without the wind-screen is manageable.
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Marcus - Bro! You are ON POINT with your comment. As always so very well thought out. Thanks man. I appreciate you very much and ride safe!!
Totally agree with the rain mode comment. I have ridden some very powerful race bikes and the throttle on the sportster s in sport mode is more responsive and “twitchy” for lack of a better word. Not bad, but throttle control for mid corner maintenance is a challenge. Super fun bike but the suspension (rear shock) is HARSH.
Here's my two cents:
1) Power is very manageable and predictable. You could still hurt yourself obviously, but its not as wild as some 600/1000CC sport bikes
2) For me personally, I have to stop every hour or so, since I'm slightly bent forward. The stock seat is more comfortable than it looks, but I'll defer to people who own the Sundowner seat if its better.
3) Handling-wise, the Sportster S is a bit trickier than something like the Iron 1200, or the Nightster. You'll definitely get used to it, but its not easy at first.
Overall, I love the bike but you have to know what you're getting yourself into. Definitely take a test ride and see if its good for you.
That’s right. I totally agree with your points. I have the Sundowner seat and it makes a HUGE difference. Thanks for watching! Great comment and I appreciate your feedback!
Ty, for a real novice rider, I would have probably said leave it in "Rain" mode ( due to the added safety features..( traction control, limited acceleration, brake assist)...because unless you are REALLY SELF CONTROLLED, that "Sport" button is just too easy to push, then Lord help you!! I have nearly 3,000 miles on mine, and I love the way it handles, and that would probably be the only reason I would recommend this bike to a beginner...just too much of a chance for disaster...as always, great video! Keep em coming!
Thanks Kevin. You have a really good point about Rain mode. It sure would help the beginner rider for sure. Thanks for watching friend! Have a great day...
I’m doing less long rides now that I am on with another fire department that I don’t need a touring bike as much anymore. Kind of looking at that one or a low rider st now.. thanks for the vids you have done on the sportster.
Oh my goodness. I love the Low Rider ST and if the opportunity comes up I’m going to hopefully get one. Thanks for watching buddy. I appreciate your time.
Great answers and honestly appreciate it. For my first bike and beginner rider definitely gonna get this bike 👍🏾
It's a great motorcycle. No doubt. I really enjoyed my time riding the Sportster S! I appreciate your time and thank you for watching!
Always great content and shared so well. I had to laugh when you said the age you were pushing as I did that age 22 years ago. And look at me today, still pushing. Be well sir and keep it up.
Hey Bob! hahahah. Man, I'm feeling it these days. I've heard somebody say before "Getting older ain't for sissies". I think I believe that. Take care sir! hope to see you soon.
Just ordered the tbr exhaust all black with the carbon tip and fender eliminator kit! Great content!
Oooooo. For sure please let me know how that turns out! I've been looking at that exhaust. Thanks Oliver!
Great video! Been looking into getting this as my first bike.
Hey Austin! There's lots of great starter bikes out there and I really do think the Sportster S can be one of those too. Take you a demo ride and let me know what you think! Thanks for watching and have a great day!
Great video explaining. Just got my license last month and I also drive 18 wheelers for a living. Thanks 👍🏾
Hi there! Congratulations on getting your motorcycle endorsement! Be safe out there on 2 wheels and 18! Thank you for watching!
Great insights TY. Really I feel any bike in this weight range would be good… well not the super sports but you know what I mean. Get something with different modes to grow with like you mentioned. Nice work man.
Thanks dude! So far, it's been a great bike and I'm sure anyone would be happy with one. I appreciate your time today!
Another great vid man. Question, what is your phone holder mate? Thanks.
Hey there! I use the Quad Lock on my Sportster S and my Street Glide. It works great. I appreciate your time. Thanks for watching!
I’m interested in getting one, I’ve rode dirt bikes for many years now and tried my friends 883 sportster. I love the style of this bike, this is the type of info I was looking for
Hey Calvin! I hope the video helped. The Sportster S is a great motorcycle and if you get one I’m sure you will have a blast! Thanks for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Hi Ty, really enjoying the vids. I’m a new street bike rider at 50 years old (rode dirt bikes daily from childhood into my 20’s, then took a few years off) and bought a Sportster S as my first street bike after getting my license this year. In my opinion the Sportster S makes a reasonable beginner bike, assuming you have good basic skills. It is light enough to maneuver with confidence and the rider modes allow you to scale up the performance as you gain ability. I use mine for quick commutes to work and back during the week and find I enjoy up to about a three hour at a time ride on weekends, anything more and I start to stiffen up. I’m 5’11” and about 225 lbs and find the riding position very comfortable with the stock forward pegs, as everyone mentions the suspension can be a bit unforgiving on rough roads but in comparison I have a friend who is close in age and build who says that it is a bit more rough but comparable to his soft tail slim. It is my first season on the bike, but so far I’m very happy with it.
That's awesome Jay! Congratulations on your new Sportster S! I hope you enjoy the motorcycle and have many enjoyable rides. I appreciate your comment and thank you for supporting the channel!
Exactly same as me, rode in my teens, enduro dirt and street, except I’m 57 now with a new Sportster S. Took a couple months for me to get the feel And countersteering etc on this bike, I still ride in rain mode usually. Waiting for my wind screen, to try Sport again. Lol that’s a lot of air.
I started all weather riding again on it. It is winter here. Same kind of age. Most comments I see recommend rider modes to modulate performance. However, I would not recommend this bike to me as a 20 year old. "Yeah, 'right old man. You pussy. I am invincible". Sure, let your kids do what they do but guide them into adults. The Sportster S is not the right bike to learn on.
@@MrEiniweini what if you’re 31 and have ridden dirt bikes and mopeds?
Great comments on the Sportster S! My friends uncle served 6 years in the Navy, through the Korean War and was discharged in San Diego in ‘57. How did he get home to Tennessee? He bought a then new to the market, Sportster! Rode it home and kept it till the day he died. It was the first H-D that I rode at age 15. Having ridden since I was 12, I thought this was the king of motorcycles. I’ve owned several Sportsters through the years, and we still have an 883 Iron in the stable. Never knew it was girls bike! Lol…. I didn’t even know that any motorcycle was gender specific! I know guys that ride step through Vespa’s to work everyday! Is a Vespa a girls bike???? As always, Ty, you are spot on. No such thing as a ‘girls’ bike. A very new beginner rider might be better served to start on a small cc, lightweight Honda or similar, but, I know riders that started on cruisers. So, I think it’s just your confidence level and desire to ride that determines what you start riding on. Another great video Ty! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Sportster S! Ride safe.
Such a cool story about your friends uncle! I just can't handle that "girls bike" nonsense. It's just dumb. Confidence level is a great point to make for sure. Thank you very much for watching!
Great topic. Don’t know as I know the answer. Really depends on who you are and what your looking for. Depending on how you ride it, it can be the easiest bike I have ever rode. At the Sam time it is the most thrilling Harley I have ever rode. But there is a lot of power and can get your hurt in no time! I guess if you got the discipline to know your limitations it really can be anything you want it to be.
I have been riding a longtime, averaging 25 to 30k a year for a longtime. Now I’m pushing 60 and still prefer to ride aggressively. I find it no problem riding 10 to 12 hour days consecutively as long as I maintain good posture. Slouch into the seat and an hour is brutal.
The one thing I would advise any new rider is to ride every day. It is experience confidence and awareness that makes you a good rider. The downside to this bike the cost to ride. That front tire is pricey and not made to run long at all. I think this will ultimately be the most expensive Harley I have ever owned.
Hi Greg. I recently had to replace my rear tire due to a screw that I picked up. The total cost for that was right around $432. Pretty pricey for sure! Thanks for watching sir!
I hate it when people start saying XX bike is build for a girl. Just stupid. Great video.
Thanks man. Yeah it’s such a weak and ignorant argument.
You mean, Rain mode? Helpful video, thanks.
Rain mode can be a great place to start for some riders too! Thank you very much for watching!
Im planning a 900 mile trip to sturgis lol 450 miles each day. It might be rough lol although I do have corbin seat and taller bars but no windscreen
Yeah, that would be a pretty rough trip for me on the Sporty. I've heard good things about that Corbin seat. Hopefully it will make the ride a little more tolerable for you! Ride safe my friend!
Maybe Fat Bob is a good option- it’s similar styling + more comfortable + power but dearer.
Fat Bob is a good bike and would be a wise choice for any one, I think. Thank you very much for watching!!
@@TyFromTennessee it my dream bike. I like how it stands out+ the fun + space and as any Harley-Davidson the built and material + torque are found nowhere else.
I want a Sportster S for an around town bike. I’ve got the TriGlide ultra for touring, but I’d like to have a zoomie… I also don’t like the mid controls.
The Sportster S is really a fun little bike. The forward controls make it even better to me. Thanks Bill!!
I’m a big fan of this model. It’s a blast to ride. A question - How does Sport mode affect the fuel economy? If at all.. As fun as that mode is, if you’re doing some commute, that might influence how you ride it as well.
Good video as always. I wish I could push videos as you, but I’m trying. 🙂
You would get around 40mpg in sport mode
You can watch your fuel gauge drop for sure
I was thinking just the same thing a few days ago when I was recording another video. It looks like Sai and Oliver know a thing or two about that. Thanks for watching!
Sport mode really drains the tank! I have almost 3k miles on mine, and there's a Big difference on how far you'll go if you leave it in that mode..
I got right at 37mpg ( and it wasn't in Sport the whole time...)
Hello Ty , qq for sportster S , when I lock the motorcycle 🏍 my gas ⛽️ tank is getting opened . So if I park at public place anyone can steal the gas from it . Is it something I’m missing here or it’s the motorcycle issue to lock 🔐 gas tank ? Any clue pls
Guys who say it's a "girl's bike" are deeply insecure about their masculinity. Thanks for covering the issue of whether a beginner could handle it. I'm a beginner and I don't want to take the financial loss by selling my 300-650cc "beginner bike" for the bike I really want such as the Sportster S. Someone else mentioned "rain mode" as a good setting for beginners.
I just got one and its my first street bike ive kept in rain mode .
Hi Lucas! Congratulations on your new Sportster S! I hope you love the motorcycle and thank you for watching!
@@TyFromTennessee Thanks man i love the bike keep up the great videos .
How do you feel about the windshield on the sportster s ?
It's ok. It keeps some of the wind off of you but not a lot. You're still going to get pushed around a bit. Thank you for watching!
The bike is amazing but you have to treat it with respect I love my S I’m 6 ft and it’s a great fit
Glad to hear that you are loving your Sportster S. You’re right; it’s a great motorcycle. Thank you for watching!
Im 67. Haven't ridden since 94 wonder if I should be riding at all
Jim - If you want to ride and you love it then you should pursue that interest. Thank you for watching and have a great day sir.
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Thanks Darren. Have a great day!
If someone said the sportster s is a girls bike, I’d have them line up against there slow af twin cam
Yeah man. You know dats right!! Thanks for watching!!
Mono shock ok?
So far so good. Thanks Paul!
I own one. No, I certainly wouldn’t suggest this as a first or beginner bike. The riding position disconnects you from the bike to much and it’s over powered by a good 34tq and 40hp. I’m not saying it can’t be done just that the market is full of better choices.
Thanks Tom. I really appreciate your input on the subject. I hope you have a great day sir.
I would not recommend this bike for a beginner.
Hi Tracy! The Sportster S is a crazy powerful bike isn't it? Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!