Pan America Special 2021: My First Impressions
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2021
- Pan America Special 2021: My first impressions. How much does a Pan America Special cost? Today, I introduce you to my new Harley-Davidson Pan America Special. I talk about several things on the new ride, and then breakdown how much it all costs with options and accessories. With the accessories and options, you might be surprised at the cost of the 2021 Pan America Special.
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What an amazing introduction to Winston. Such a great looking bike and thanks so much for all the detail of this video. We all look forward to seeing the amazing Rides Inn stories that you will tell with this great motorcycle
You’d enjoy taking this out on a ride. Completely different from what we ride, but it is a total blast. It’s actually quite comfortable too and that surprised me.
I test rode a PanAm and really, really loved it. What a great bike. Glad you're outfitting it from the start and I'm looking forward to the upcoming videos on this bike. Ride safe man...
Most people that test ride it are amazed on how well it rides.
Thank you for the informative video! Been looking at this bike.
No problem
Thank you for sharing!!! Soooo worth it with all the upgrades. 🙌
You were lucky and had all of yours for your 48/10. Super impressive Whit.
That ride will look fantastic when you're done. Thank you for sharing all that detail. Ride safe.
Thank you John. Hopefully before October.
Thanks for the run down on the new ride and congrats!
Thank you my friend. I’m glad you got to ride one. It’s sweet.
Great video mate. Open and honest as always 👌🏻
Thank you Mike
My local dealer actually has one in stock and were advertising trial rides, might have to get up there. Great job on the overview and first impressions!
Definitely take a test ride. Try it in sport mode. It’s a blast.
Thanks for the share.
Harley has really stepped up their game with this technology.
They did pretty good for a first offering.
Very nice Colin! I’m looking forward to seeing some of your off-road adventures on the PA!
Definitely. Just need to get out of the break-in period.
Congrats on the new toy. Ride safe my friend and looking forward to your blogs from the new ride.
Thank you Jeff. Appreciate it.
Nice video and informative. I about this close to heading down and putting a deposit on one of these and I appreciate the realistic out-the-door cost of buying and setting up a Pan Am Special. Love that color also!
Appreciate that. They are hard to come by in some dealers but I’m glad I picked it up.
Beautiful bike! I love the color and it'll look great with the black panniers.Congratulations man!
Thank you.
Wow! Your video is much better than anything I’ve seen on the Pan American including Harley’s promotional videos. Bike looks really good! Sounds much better than the R1200GS that I used to have!
Thank you PMCraig.
Dang man. That bike is fantastic! I can’t wait to see it with all your back ordered parts!
Neither can I. Hopefully before October.
Collin ... highest congratulations and very best wishes for you with the new bike✌👍
Thank you my friend. I’m really enjoying it.
Great looking bike. You really give us a good overview. I have to say I am shocked at the cost of that machine. Wow. Congrats and I know you are excited, be safe out there my friend.
It’s actually comparable to other ADV’s once you add in all the accessories. It’s just more than I anticipated.
Good going Colin ... I've been waiting to see the new PA.
Chalk up another great idea to HD... including the stage upgrade maps on the ECU so there's no need for a piggy back tuner or flashing. Brilliance 😎
I didn’t realize that either. Cool they built it into the bike.
The Pan America looks great , and you have accessorized it very well so far. The better skid plate is a definite must.
Hey my friend. Hope you’re doing well up in NY. The OEM skid plate definitely needs some work.
Thanks for sharing Winston with us, mine is called Sweet Potato because of the orange tank. Great to see riders in the DMV buying PAS see you at American Harley one day.
That’s a cool name. Definitely on hoping to see you one day.
Love the name Winston! Though I am laughing a bit as I hear the costs run up. HD still stands for 'Hundreds of Dollars'. LOL
$$$$$$$. Never stops.
in the Chicago area they automatically add $1,000.00 for shipping handling fitting...Non negotiable so your 20k starts at 21k!!!!!
@@johnjordan5111 They do something similar here in Cali too.
HD actually stands for huge debt LOL
@@cluelesswonderer7898 🤣🤣🤣
Congrats buddy. I love the color you chose, it really looks cool. You're going to have so much fun and I will look forward to your videos coming on this bike. I love your upgrades too, good choices. Take Care and thanks for sharing with us.
Hopefully I’ll get them before the end of the year. 😎
@@Broncoride Ah they will. In the meantime you can test your range with a small bag and a backpack. See what you're limits are with just that. Even make it a video. And always remember, you are a Badass. :0)
Cool bike Colin.... that colour is very nice. You’re going to love it.
I love it so far. Such a different ride compared to my SGS, but this thing has silly power. It feels so light because I’m so used to my heavy-ass tourer.
Great video lots of accessories enjoy your new bike 👍
Thank you Randy.
Great video. I just picked up my ‘22 Pan America in the grey this weekend. I didn’t get all the extras yet but will get there too.
-Chris
Congratulations Chris. I hope you love the new ride. Plenty of time to get the accessories. Enjoy it.
Winston looks great! Looking forward to future videos….. Ride hard or stay home 😎
Thanks Jim.
Great review and very educational. I know nothing of ADV bikes or riding, but I have to say, that is a great looking machine. I really like the engine, kind of reminds me of the revolution engine in the VRod. Curious if the revolution max will make it into the tour bikes. Looking forward to more vids. Thanks brother!
Very similar to the look of the Revolution. I have a hunch there will be a version in the touring models but the whole frame would have to be different. Appreciate the comment Bob.
Darn dude, you know that I am "G" rated but this is just bad ass! Congratulations!
Thanks my friend. Haha
Welcome to the family Winston 😁. Awesome looking bike bro.
Thanks my friend.
Awesome review. I esp appreciate the financial honesty.
Thank you.
Just an FYI for the Harley haters, The pricing for the accessories Are pretty close to the ones I bought for my KTM 1290 SA plus or minus a few bucks. Mine did come with side paniers.
I would say right in line with all the big brand ADV's. BMW, KTM ,etc.
Cool Bike, can't wait to hear more about yours and find one i can test ride and compare to my KTM
PS now you need to go ride with 2 wheeled rider on his ADV wild and wonderful weekend in WVA
Exactly. The price is very comparable to the others. H-D has a good price point on this. Some of the accessories seem a tad high though.
Love that color Colin. Sorry to hear most of your parts are backordered, gives you time to earn back all that money you spent! Looking forward to seeing some ride videos with Winston. 😎
What can you do man? Irritating for sure but I can’t control it. No kidding on earning back the money.
I like the grey, enjoy mate looking forward to your travels on it.😎🤙🏻
It’s a solid color up close. The orange really stands out, just not my style.
@@Broncoride agree not a fan of the orange
GREAT walk around brother. I should be doing one sometime this weekend. Just about got all my add on's (for now anyway). Waiting on a larger brake petal. It's was a pre-order. I know what you mean. LOL
I hope you’re enjoying your new ride. I’m very happy for you my friend.
Enjoy ! You need to come back out to Colorado with that thing.
Ton of roads out there to ride this.
Congratulations on your new wheels. Very nice color it looks amazing. I was wondering if you can touch on active ride height and seat setting. I am 5’6” and try to find out if my heels would touch the ground? Thanks for t(e video.
They make a shorter seat too. It’s called the reach seat. Think it’s around 29” from ground. People I’ve talked with around your height told me the adaptive really helps. Best way is to run by a dealer and sit on one.
Rad Cover is a definate for type of stuff you do on these bikes
I love my FLSTF but i also love my 2003 and 2020 GSA. HD has a lot to catch up to when it comes to the adventure segment. You got some good looking bikes! Great to see MD plates from other side of the world.
Not too many us Marylanders on UA-cam. Such a small area. Lol.
@@Broncoride Glen Burnie, Hagerstown, Takoma Park used to be home. Ride safe!
I feel your pain on the back orders, I bought my PAS in Oct 2021 and ordered the side boxes and bash plate then, just got them in Jan 2022. I'll be getting the top box next, plus some other odds & ends soon.
I’ve received everything except the aux lights. This backorder thing is insane but I can’t really control it.
Some big old numbers there but if you've got the means, power to you. I'm looking forward to the videos on it; it would be fun to see you ride the same loop back to back on both bikes and talk about how they compare and how they differ.
Great call as they are completely different rides.
Glad you chose that Color Scheme
It just stood out for me. I’m glad I went with it.
Very Nice!! I'm picking mine up Sunday. I got a black one with ARH but not the spoked wheels as HD is currently out of stock. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to see your adventures..
Congratulations Ron. I was told it is next to impossible to get the spoked wheels now. Probably not until 2022 model. Hope that’s not the case though.
@@Broncoride Thanks!! I just some Great news though. Dealer had buyer back out on one that had spoke wheels so I'm getting those wheels put on mine.. How cool is that!!!.
@@ron5184 so damn cool.
The grey was my favorite color. Pricewise you are on par with the other high end adventure bikes to get them fully outfitted.
Yup, I saw that it was in same price range but wanted to make sure folks knew the prices of accessories. It can add up quick. Glad they are competing with price with the competition.
Awesome looking bike! Love the color. Really got to get out and test ride one of these. There are so many things on backorder all over the place. I have a lot of stuff we can't get for the machines we build. Ride safe!
You will love the engine when you test ride it.
The ride is really good. Different from a normal H-D, but well worth you getting on one to try.
I’ve never ridden a HD, however I can appreciate the PA as it’s design, specs, features and performance are up there with other brands. I love the look of “Winston” !! With all the extras it’ll be awesome and you should be proud of it. As you said, “You only live once” 👍
They did do their homework. Is it perfect, nope, but a great entry into the ADV segment. Thanks for stopping by.
Let us hope Harley improved their reliability, their quality control, and their attitude toward buyers (ever visited a Harley dealer before?). Then I, personally would appreciate HD. I am guessing Harley Davidson will go out of business soon or be bought again like AMF.
@@sweetcostaricaRe HD stores >> The Pan America is fine for all those that are happy with it, however I’ll never set foot inside another snobby Aussie H-D dealership ever again. I’ll stick with European, British or Japanese thank you 👍
@@darylclifford It is way too early to get reliability &/or customers issues/problems with the brand new 2021 Pan American. But just like those snobby Harley Davidson dealers around the World, *_some things never change._* God bless.
Super nice bike! I wish they would have made it shaft drive. 😞. I haven’t ridden the PA but you make it very enticing to go look at them.
Chain doesn’t bother me, but surprised they did.
I like your attitude you only live once if you're going to buy a bike buy it the way you want/envision it . Cheers and Congrats nice complement to the touring bike
Thank you Peter. I’m excited about the future rides for sure.
congrats on that beautiful machine
Thank you
I think HD really hit a home run with this, i sure hope it outs a dent in the Metric competition out there. I am anxious to see how much you ride it off road. Whit Meza is really putting it to the test as a Touring machine.
She did amazing on the 48/10. Prob 80/20 will be my mix with street/off-road. Who knows, but I have the bike to do it at least. 😎
Looks good! Can't believe they put the voltage regulator on the outside of the bash plate, though. Unobtainium is mined by dwarves, and they've been in a labor dispute, so the back orders continue. I've had fork springs from Race-Tech for my old Yamaha on back order since April.
Was hoping someone laughed at my dad humor. They claim they’ve done tests and the voltage regulator holds up, but I’m not sold on that. Everything seems to be on backorder.
Yeah, the labor dispute is pretty serious, seems some pinhead human in management tried to cut down their break times and only allow light "beer" (there's an oxymoron for you) rather than the proper "wee heavy" ales, porters and stouts their metabolism requires for peak efficiency.
The Mrs even stated that it looks like fun. We’re not ADV types, but we hope that H-D sells a crap ton of them. Beautiful bike, Dude. And great choice of color.
They underestimated the sales of these for sure. It’s a good problem to have, but could lose several buyers because they don’t want to wait.
Same Mounts for saddlebags as the GS
The front rake of the bike reminds me of the Buell TT, Now that bike was fast in corners.
Similar for sure
Pulp Fiction is one of my favorite movies. Nice to see you with the PanAm! Very popular topic...well over 4k views already! Let the Adventure Begin! Pricing is typical, I was out the door with the Tiger for 24,600, and that included my Klim Badlands Pro jacket and pants, Panniers and Top case.
“Pretty please with sugar on top, clean the f’ing car.” Figured you’d understand that.
@@Broncoride Oh yeah. "The Wolf", Winston Wolf, that is.
I would like to have one like that but I think I would like the orange one with the knobby tires and all the accessories you have
It’s all personal preference. I know the orange ones seem to be easier to get compared to the Gauntlet Grey. I hope H-D ramps up production. I thought about the tires, but those are more for if your main riding will be off-road. I’m more split.
Nice! Congrats!
A PA would be #3 HD in my garage. Ill give em some time before I purchase a black on black PA with spokes. For now my fully farkled Yammie Super Tenere has been a great ADV.
Enjoy that Tenere. I’m sure you definitely are. Cool on #3.
Gimme one. I also think the front fender should be longer due to the radiator being right behind the front wheel. Even with the radiator guard I’d be nervous. I also talked to a guy that I saw at the local dealer he’s had his for a month or so and he said the radiator gets clogged with mud. Happy for you my friend.
I agree. I will see how much it gets clogged and let you know.
Worth every penny if it’s what you want in a bike! I would do it without blinking an eye if my wife would only agree to it. Once you have it all fully loaded you’ll likely never have to buy any of it ever again.
That’s really pretty cool that you don’t have to get a tuner for it when you do stage upgrades! I wonder if that’s across the board on the revolution max engine platform? Awesome bike. Love the grey too.
Thanks Robby. Some minor issues, but I’m so happy I picked this up. Great bike.
Enjoy your ride.
Thank you
Its a sharp looking bike and its your money so like you said YOLO! LOL! :-) Enjoy! I'm definitely rooting for Harley and this bike long term...I like the look of the new sportie also....we'll see what they can do with that as well.
The Sportster S isn’t bad. With the Rev Max engine, that bike will do well. I’m pulling for H-D to turn it around too. Hope some of these new offerings will help.
Winston is nice!! Total cost, a bit high... But I think you, and everyone else that bought one is going to be very happy with it! Time for some "Adventure" riding!! Great video
Definitely. I can’t wait to take it off the street.
@@Broncoride I love getting off pavement!
That was an awesome review and run down. Are the hard bags quick release or do you leave them on when riding trails? Sounds like a really fun touring bike and you can hit any road along the way. Can’t wait to see the bike in person. Ride Safe
You use a key to unlock them and they come off. One side is bigger than the other and the top case, you can fit a full-face helmet in it. Just waiting…..😎
@@Broncoride Sounds great.
Looks good 👍 nice bike. Go enjoy 😉
Thanks Larry and I’m planning on it.
That would be my color choice. I do have a Charcoal pearl street glide. The next model year will likely be 30k out the door accessorized.
Probably right. Just the bags and exhaust were close to 3k. I realize I got the most expensive ones too. They make the soft bags for much cheaper and I know the sport cases, you don’t need the mounting hardware.
Such a fun bike
Definitely
Congrats on great bike purchase. You said you’re over 6’ so why do you have the seat at the lower height setting? Use the key at side key slot to release rear seat, pull out rider seat and reinstall at higher slot.
I have a taller torso, so having it on lower helps me with buffeting. I’m still playing with it. I’ve rode with both. Good question.
I understand that the new Pan Am is really selling very well across the country. I hear very positive things about the new motor in particular. I have to wonder how much more power folks are going to squeeze out if this new motor, but I never heard a complaint of the stock motor. I hear it’s a real beast and comes on strong at higher rpm. Add the great high tech suspension and braking system I see why people are willing to pay the high price tag. I have to wonder what the other competitors think now that Harleys new Pan Americas are selling so well… and to think this is Harley Davidsons first adventure bike! I have to give Harley a awful lot of credit for putting such a big dent in a very competitive well established market. Just imagine what great things are to come with this new model after they engineer more refinement into it in coming years! Congratulations, I hope you get a ton of enjoyment on and off road. The first thing I would do is plan a TAT adventure trip when time permits!
I had to get used to the high revs, but it really is an outstanding bike. Guarantee more people will ride mostly street vs dirt. Like 90/10. I’m glad they put some time into it for sure.
I had a deposit on one (gray) and mine came in two days ago. I passed on it. I'm going to wait for the 2022 model, primarily because of the unobtainable parts. It's ridiculous. Hopefully a quickshifter will be on the next model.
I have a hunch it will be on the 2022 model too. Waiting blows for all these parts.
I did the same
Ouch! That’s the same as my (admittedly it’s been almost 5 years since I bought it) 2016 1290 SA, 2020 Husky FE350 and used 2008 KTM 990 combined.
Hey Mario. I actually might be able to ride with you now, and you won’t make fun of my big-ass tourer anymore. 😆
@@Broncoride riding ADV today and tomorrow...
You will not have to remove the rear plate when you mount your side bags. I have the rear plate on and then the following week did the pannier mounting rack. - easy peasy.
Thank you Tim for clarification. I was told I needed to do that
I like it. Maybe one day we will cross paths. I was lucky to get a used Pan Am with 60 miles on it. Saved a little money. They're selling them here in Fairfax for 25k and are out the door as quick as they come in the door.
That irritates me that some dealers are jacking the prices up due to demand. I’ve been told same thing that many dealers have been selling the demo models. They aren’t easy to come by. I got lucky with the pre-orders.
@@Broncoride I ended up paying a small premium for mine, but they had to go to Memphis to get the bike I wanted so it stings a bit less. Now the waiting game begins for panniers and mounting hardware.
Thanx for the info.,... Excellent ! /. You wouldn't happen to know what the top speed is?? (out here in the Sonoran Desert 🏜️ that's all that matters. Even in the dirt. No curves; no rain; no speed limits). Hence: the top speed. (you mentioned 'sport mode' ??) Thanks again for the rundown !
I believe it is 135. That should help on those roads. 😎
How do you like the garmin Zumo xt , thinking about getting one for the PA..
I had it before the bike. I’m a big fan of it. I would recommend for sure.
Money well spent have fun my brother
I definitely will Mike.
Exact bike and accessories I want as well. Same here, have a 17 SGS and won't get rid of it but want a PA to get into adventure riding. Ran the numbers because I bought all accessories and stage upgrades after the purchase of my SGS. Question is do you get it all done at once or piece it together over time by saving and paying cash? Giving a person buys the bike with TTL (no down payment) for $24K at 6% interest for 5 yrs or buys it with all the accessories at $28K, the total difference in monthly payment is $100 ($460 vs $560) and $235 overall difference in interest. You could get all the accessories covered under the 2 year HD warranty if installed at purchase. As far as motorcycle insurance, get half of the accessories covered under insurance from most insurance companies on basic plan. There are some that will cover all for price increase but is it worth it over the long term? Figure which ones could get damaged and how much to replace compared to the extra $20, $30 more a month payment. So it seems it depends on what you can deal with in a monthly payment on whether to get it all up front or piece it together over time paying cash.
I already paid for most of the accessories because I wanted it tied into the extra warranty. I use Progressive and they cover accessories up to 3k I believe. Most people will probably put it into the deal and finance it. I did the parts separate, with exception of the two factory options.
Can you put a smaller exhaust to put a hard case like buy 2021 tracer 9Gt hard case? Will it fit? I'll say yes. I'm going to find out buy a dealer.
Not sure Sean. You’ll still need a mount, but maybe with smaller exhaust, you could.
Still waiting on all accessories as well they are say most likely in September.. how do you like the 80 grit pegs? 😎😎👍🏍🏍
The pegs made a huge difference. I wear a 13 boot and have no issues with it. Not enough surface area on the stock ones IMO.
At 6’4” I’m surprised you don’t have the seat in its high position - and/or the tall boy custom seat.
I tried the Sundowner and I kept slipping. The material is slick. I switch between both high and low. Haven’t tried the Tallboy one.
The seat looks like it's in the low position. If you see that design element on the tank trim, it's in the low position. You might like it better in high position. Wow. It could be worse. I have heard some dealers are asking 25-32K just for the bike itself. I don't get the convenience fees that some dealers charge. At those prices there are better values. Sounds like you'll have it kitted out right. Good luck with it and congrats!
Mine didn’t jack up the price like some dealers have. You are right, due to my height, I lowered it so I wouldn’t be so over the windshield. I have a taller torso, so it might be different for other riders if they are taller in their legs. I’m still playing with it to see which is better.
@@Broncoride I am 6'5. 34" inseam. I put it in the high position in the test ride and even then the seat to peg felt tight, but I am little older with rickety knees...Well, worn in. I would get a taller windscreen too when calsci comes out with something for it. Thing is, I don't ride dirt anyway. My hope is they make a sport tourer from that platform.
Came across one dealership who said the special was $17K but out the door with T,T,L would be around $23K with no accessories whatsoever. I have learned a lot by stopping in dealerships over the years and asking pricing. Same game being played by auto dealerships now too.
@@mojomanmurph1925 I watch enough Kevin Hunter, Ray Shefska and Mike Davenport to know the tricks. Dealers have earned their brickbats. Yes there are some that are better than others, but if you get a good deal, chances are others did not. The average profit per car is staggering. They make money in ways a lot of folks never question. Even something as simple as a HD dealer charging for setup. The get reimbursed by the MoCo, so they’re double charging. Doc fees above 100 bucks is all profit. Addendums.. it’s nuts.
Az is like a used pan am out the door with all the fees like 26 to 27 k with the 3 bags and all stock
That sounds about right. Some dealers are even higher than that on used.
Before you buy a seat, shoot for a bar riser. I went with the two up two back and I no longer sit on my bust.
Yes, I did that. Made a beneficial difference.
Bought a Special (Standard, gauntlet grey)on monday. Aprox 35 000 dollar here in Norway
Exact same one I have. That’s a chunk of change for sure. One day, I would love to visit Norway.
@@Broncoride you are very welcome👍
The Adaptive Ride height is great for short people like me .. but don't know why some one who is 6'2" would pay $1,100.00 more for it ,???
Resale value, plus when I have my daughter ride in the future. That why I did it.
@@Broncoride You will take a beating on re-sale. first you lost your Maryland Sales Tax the day you rode it off the dealewr lot..
HD has not improved their air cooled cruiser much in 20 years.. It will be interesting how long the Pan American will stay the same..
I really don't see miuch need for Anual updates anymore..
I see they are not even changing Motocross bikes every year anymore..
As much as I would love to have a 150 HP Adventure bike .. I have a Commercial Drivers License and can't affored even one speeding ticket..
and off road a bone stock Yamah T-700 is far better already has spoked wheels and 21" front wheel all for $10,000.00
That's really not to bad at all with the upgrades you did. You have to expect it when you buy a harley.
Exactly. Seems like a lot, but in reality, it falls in line with the competition.
Harley finally puts out a bike with mid set foot pegs and it is priced too high for me. XZQT! There is a lot to like about this bike and a lot I would modify also. With basically no front fender, one must figure some way to protect that expensive radiator. $1000.00 for the muffler and the stainless trim on the end is misaligned? WOW! When a bike's accessory costs become that high, I expect a little more attention to detail.
It’s definitely not perfect but not bad for a first outing. It’s comparable in price to competitors. Some of those accessories are high for sure. Agree on the radiator
My dog is named winston.../ Looks fun & different.....
Good name.
I heard Matt Laid-law say Harley did not anticipate this much demand. Some theories suggest Harley did this just to draw extra attention to their new motor.
It’s a conspiracy!!!
Did they get the rims from the same as BMW
I actually have no idea on that. Lol
@@Broncoride look the same and I know theres not many in the world that manufacture them
That,s no Öhlins steering damper mate.
www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/shop/Steering-Damper-Kit/p/45700068
Look again.
wow only 500 for those rims! BMW was a few grand
That’s actually not bad for the spoked. If you do it separate and put on later, it costs much more. Getting it from factory is much cheaper.
@@Broncoride ohh thats factory lol
*Observations*
Harley Davison motorcycles has gone electric (failed) and now going "adventure" bike (possible fail too). The company Harley-David (HD)
has been trying a lot of different things to survive.
Sadly most motorcyclist born these days don't like Harley *_unreliability,_* Harley culture, and Harley NO-customer service.
I, personally will never understand the HD sales people that treat potential buyers with snottiness & many times just ignore the possible customer.
Happy _Labor Day!_
I’ve heard some crazy stories with customer service, however I’ve never had any issues with the dealerships I’ve dealt with. I’m just a guy who enjoys riding and I’m happy with my rides. Happy Labor Day to you as well.
@@Broncoride No problem. Harley Davidson is trying hard to overcome their _"issues"._ Will the well liked Pan American be a success? Who knows but for the past 4 years (at least) Harley sells are down further every year. In 2020 HD sells were down 17.4%. What I see happening is Harley Davidson slipping into their old ways and quality control, reliability, and customer service getting worse as competition heats up.
I have no faith in HD especially after their AMF history. BTW - who owns Harley Davidson today?
Beautiful bike. I am guessing that it has a lead acid battery that weighs about 10 lbs. Get a lithium ion, they practically float in the air they are so light.
I don’t believe it is lithium ion. Good call.
@@Broncoride Have Shorai lithium ion battery in my Buell and one in my Electraglide. Very powerful and super light.
You sound like a movie star!
I wouldn’t go that far.
How about a 20% Discount on accessories if you spend that much ? Or is that the Harley Tax ??
Harley tax at its best for sure. It’s actually competitive with other bikes in same style.
Just when you think HD is stepping up with a performance bike like the Pan America they come out with the Sportster S. 🙄
It’s ok. Not my type, but I’m liking the new rev max platform on some newer models.
Yes, in the Bronx it would be awesome. The new Sportster has a single disc up front. Two inch suspension travel and mid mount controls that bolt to the engine case??? Are you kidding me?
Would you stand on case mounted controls? I never heard of such a thing. HD is right back to 'form over function'. Somebody is going to get hurt on that thing.
🤣🤣🤣harley guys. They should call that rectifier a wreckedifier, could they have put it in a worse place? You should get some bark busters, those hand guards are the cheapest I've ever seen on any bike and yes, that screen really does suck.
That screen definitely needs some work.
...it feels like to have this bike the way it's meant to be....is at least 25k...not my style...but I'm still undecided..if and when the Bronx is available!?,it will be #17 in my collection!...my live wire at 32k otd...is still the coolest bike I own.! ( If I would have waited 1 year, could have picked one up for 22k...oh well, maybe I'll try the waiting thing with the pan American??.... Ride!!
#17. Outstanding. I’m very happy with this Pan-am. Going to order some aftermarket soft bags too, otherwise, I’m set.
Steve from Big Bike Adventures in Australia named my Pan Am Bender. The resemblance is uncanny. lol
The stock windshield shield works great for me at 5'8".
My special didn't come with the ARH, I wish it did. I'm gonna have to try the Reach seat.
Just ordered some highway pegs from Happy Trails, because after 3-4 hours I'm squirming around and needing another position for my legs. I don't know how a taller rider would handle long rides without doing something.
I'm probably gonna get the risers. Yes, at 5'8" I think that I need to elevate my arms, plus it brings the bars back at the same time... which might help it not block the TFT screen.
Like you, I'm waiting for a bunch of accessories to really start pushing the bike.
Have fun and stay safe!
Thanks for the info on Happy Trails. I was looking for some different pegs for the same reason you have. It’s a fun-ass bike to ride.
@Broncoride It’s the most fun I’ve had on a motorcycle since I was a kid. The engine, suspension and balance of weight make it feel so quick and nimble.
Snowbird Biker was the guy that put up a video on the highway pegs.
all standard skids are pretty average
I wanted to test ride one before I put down any money. After the test ride (about a month ago) I was ready to order one but they cannot get me one with spoke rims.
I knew everything else was backordered but didn't realize the spoke rims were impacted as well.. but I just don't like the way the regular rims look.. plus spoke rims are required on an adventure bike in my opinion.
So I'm going to wait.. unknown how long.. until they can get me one with spoke rims. I bug the salesguy every week.
Black or Gray are good with me.. I'd take a green one if I had to.. the orange and white is just not for me though.
Great bike.. Harley really did a good job on this one.
I’ve been told, but not sure if it accurate that you can no longer get spoked wheels this year. Major shortage. Hopefully they will get some produced sooner than later. I know Harley underestimated the demand on these.