Love your description and review. You used words that sum up a Harley……Cool, Character, Torque, did I mention COOL! They are not the best bikes, far from it. If you want to buy the best bike, buy a Gold Wing. It does everything brilliantly and has the emotional connection of a refrigerator. But if you want a bike that makes you feel alive, you buy a big engined Harley Davidson.
👍 Thanks Mark, glad you liked the review. Haha yes I loved this bike!! Exactly right, it really is all about the feeling that these bikes give you. Cannot beat a massive V-Twin engine and cool looks to go with it. A true freedom machine. Cheers
Many thanks I appreciate it, really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 A lovely bike and that engine, gorgeous. Yup Harley certainly know how to charge you for it!! I would love to have one some day 😁
Just picked up a '23 LRS with 2BR exhaust and tune. All black and badass looking. One cylinder is bigger than all 4 on my Z900RS. Super smooth and torque city. Rattles my neighbor's windows and dentures. Even the dogs start barking as i go by. And chicks dig this thing. Head and shoulders above my '79 shovelhead Superglide. But i's cool in it's own way. Great video.
I’ve test ridden this actual bike from Abingdon- I struggled with the riding position, over arched plus the gear change was not great due to the lever being quite high versus the foot peg. Additionally, the heat from the exhaust cooked my right leg in slow traffic!
Hi, I did notice the "different" riding position and the high gear lever actually. I found I got used to it very quickly. Funny that you mention it though, as I definitely noticed it at first.
@@redangrevival no-one actually tells you when you buy a new Harley these days that the gear lever is so easily adjustable.. Basically undo one bolt and nut and the lever slides off through its teeth and grooves. Adjust up and down to suit your foot/footwear size..
I just got a great deal on a new 23 model, it’s getting a black chrome bassani exhaust and a stage 4 kit, set up in the club style with the extended warranty.
HD way of measuring power outputs is let’s say optimistic. As an ex HD rider of 21 years things ain’t what they used to be but thems the breaks I guess.Aimho.
Thanks so much I appreciate that 👍 Probably a 120th anniversary Harley Davidson Heritage Classic and possibly a KTM 1290 Adventure! It changes every day though 😂
Harley Low Rider S great looking bike was in the process of buying one my first Harley after 40 plus years of riding motorcycle,but i came across another bike bigger stronger faster that make me decide other wise a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 GT, as a cruisers lover i was hooked with is 2500cc engine 221 of pure torque i new that the Harley didnt stand a chance to win my heart even tough its was my dream bike for so long.So bye bye Harley and hello Triumph.Ride safe mate.
👌 haha awesome!! I am yet to ride a Rocket 3, but wow I like the sound of it!! I guess you didn't miss the V-Twin from in the Harley then? Great to hear you love the Rocket I must schedule a ride on one soon 😁 Congrats on your bike. Enjoy and all the best!
How does the power feel compared to the 1200 Speedmaster. I have the Triumph and love the acceleration and power delivery but was thinking of changing to this as it is physically a little bit bigger.
Another great review. Would love to own one but as a with other comments it’s to expensive for a every day working man. If Harley want to give me a huge discount 👍🏻🤪. Keep safe.
Thanks Keith glad you liked it 👍 Yup it is very expensive, I suppose most Harleys are!! I won't be having one yet! Haha same, if I get 25% off I will consider it!! 😁
👍 Nice I thought you might like this one! I loved it haha, the engine is just brilliant. I know they are soo expensive, one day I would like to own one! Cheers glad you liked it
👍 It is certainly a cool motorbike! Same I just hate the way number plates have to be so big on motorbikes, ruins the look. Gotta love the 117 engine from Harley 😁 Cheers
@@redangrevival You would think with all the wisdom Harley has they would recognise that the number plate placed further down would act as an extended mud guard.. I'll have a word with them!
My friend, I'm very happy for you. But if you don't know. Harley Davidson has a crate engine for that bike a 131! So what I'm saying is if you think that 117 gets up and goes which it does trust me I have it on mine but I have the 131 also and you wanna talk about get-up-and-go .... WOW!
Hi Joe, it is actually meant for bicycles!! However it just fits most motorbikes so well. I bought it in a shop called Halfords, in the bicycle section 👍
😂!! I know it is crazy! It is a lot of bike and engine, but they are very expensive. You are buying the name basically. Too much in my opinion, but I bet I own one one day 🥴
Meh....WAY overpriced. I fell for Harley BS back in 2005 and bought a 06 Soft tail Duce new off the lot that was around $24k all in. I disliked the oil burning turd so much I ended up selling it 3 years later with around 6k miles on it. Paying all that $ for a bike that basically has not changed at all since the 80's beside upping the CC of the engine every other year is a joke.
Cooor that is interesting to hear!! They are definitely love/hate bikes. I really enjoyed the ride, but I suppose the owner experience may be different.
@@redangrevival Oh I loved the hell out of it at first, but once the new wore off I couldn't see what the fuss was about. They do make some beautiful bikes, but they are way over hyped over here for sure. I have a buddy that's a die hard HD fan boy. We were arguing the other day because according to him, no one does any touring on anything but big HD or Indian style bikes. I told him you only really see that here in the states. He's a closest Triumph fan, but will not admit it lol
Haha I would have taken your side in that argument!! I must admit I would love to get over to the States and do some big touring on a Harley 😁 I bet they do become a bit of a common sight over there, fair bit rarer in the UK. I would love for Triumph to do a large capacity cruiser to compete with Harley!!
@@redangrevival oh yeah, you of all people know all about traveling on a triumph. I told him "I know a guy who" in reference to you, that rides the hell out of a bike just like mine with zero issues. Now if you are taking the long stretches of Freeway that we have here for hours on end then I can see where a huge cruiser would have it's benefits, but those highways tend to bypass all the stuff worth seeing. I agree, triumph needs to build something along the lines of that new cruiser from BMW, but keep the classic looks.
Love your description and review. You used words that sum up a Harley……Cool, Character, Torque, did I mention COOL! They are not the best bikes, far from it. If you want to buy the best bike, buy a Gold Wing. It does everything brilliantly and has the emotional connection of a refrigerator. But if you want a bike that makes you feel alive, you buy a big engined Harley Davidson.
👍 Thanks Mark, glad you liked the review. Haha yes I loved this bike!! Exactly right, it really is all about the feeling that these bikes give you. Cannot beat a massive V-Twin engine and cool looks to go with it. A true freedom machine. Cheers
I bought the Low Rider ST which is basically the same, It is expensive but I love it
A great buy, of the two I would have the ST as well. I like the luggage and touring aspect of the ST 👍
A nice down to earth review of a gorgeous looking Harley. Just a shame it’s too many £££££’s for me and many more people😳
Keep up the good work👍
Many thanks I appreciate it, really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 A lovely bike and that engine, gorgeous. Yup Harley certainly know how to charge you for it!! I would love to have one some day 😁
Just picked up a '23 LRS with 2BR exhaust and tune. All black and badass looking. One cylinder is bigger than all 4 on my Z900RS. Super smooth and torque city. Rattles my neighbor's windows and dentures. Even the dogs start barking as i go by. And chicks dig this thing. Head and shoulders above my '79 shovelhead Superglide. But i's cool in it's own way. Great video.
Haha sounds awesome 😎 Enjoy it
One of Harley's best bikes, alongside the Dyna's and FXR's, have a '21 model and it's not sportster small or bagger big. Nice midrange.
I completely agree 👍 The perfect size
I’ve test ridden this actual bike from Abingdon- I struggled with the riding position, over arched plus the gear change was not great due to the lever being quite high versus the foot peg. Additionally, the heat from the exhaust cooked my right leg in slow traffic!
Hi, I did notice the "different" riding position and the high gear lever actually. I found I got used to it very quickly. Funny that you mention it though, as I definitely noticed it at first.
@@redangrevival no-one actually tells you when you buy a new Harley these days that the gear lever is so easily adjustable.. Basically undo one bolt and nut and the lever slides off through its teeth and grooves. Adjust up and down to suit your foot/footwear size..
@@colinoz Yes I don't really see the gear positioning as much of a problem really! As you say they are easily adjustable 👍
Sorry for you experience. I have been enjoying mine from last 4 month with no issues
@@colinoz ... Very interesting. I hadn't realised.
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Best of luck with your channel
you have my vote !
Hi Freedom Rider, many thanks I really appreciate that. The same to you as well 👍 All the best
Woo hoo one for me! Looking forward to riding one of these big beauties one day.
👌 haha glad you liked it!! For sure you will one day, theres nothing like experiencing that engine.
I just got a great deal on a new 23 model, it’s getting a black chrome bassani exhaust and a stage 4 kit, set up in the club style with the extended warranty.
Hallelujah 🙌 that sounds stunning!
Good review, I would of mentioned the atrocious mirrors tho
Thanks Ian 👍 Yes the mirrors would be changed out pretty quickly!!
HD way of measuring power outputs is let’s say optimistic. As an ex HD rider of 21 years things ain’t what they used to be but thems the breaks I guess.Aimho.
Good point, I have heard that before actually! Whatever the figures are it is a lovely engine with so much grunt, perfect 😁 Cheers
Love your reviews mate. If you could own any two bikes, what would they be?
Thanks so much I appreciate that 👍 Probably a 120th anniversary Harley Davidson Heritage Classic and possibly a KTM 1290 Adventure! It changes every day though 😂
Harley Low Rider S great looking bike was in the process of buying one my first Harley after 40 plus years of riding motorcycle,but i came across another bike bigger stronger faster that make me decide other wise a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 GT, as a cruisers lover i was hooked with is 2500cc engine 221 of pure torque i new that the Harley didnt stand a chance to win my heart even tough its was my dream bike for so long.So bye bye Harley and hello Triumph.Ride safe mate.
👌 haha awesome!! I am yet to ride a Rocket 3, but wow I like the sound of it!! I guess you didn't miss the V-Twin from in the Harley then?
Great to hear you love the Rocket I must schedule a ride on one soon 😁 Congrats on your bike. Enjoy and all the best!
Nice looking bike that
It is a beauty isn't it 👌
How does the power feel compared to the 1200 Speedmaster. I have the Triumph and love the acceleration and power delivery but was thinking of changing to this as it is physically a little bit bigger.
It’s a lot more power!
Not even close . I mean , it’s a speed master lol . Haha Roll with the HD and don’t look back
Another great review. Would love to own one but as a with other comments it’s to expensive for a every day working man. If Harley want to give me a huge discount 👍🏻🤪. Keep safe.
Thanks Keith glad you liked it 👍 Yup it is very expensive, I suppose most Harleys are!! I won't be having one yet! Haha same, if I get 25% off I will consider it!! 😁
Could you do a test ride of a Indian super chief limited . Like to know your thoughts.?
Hi Rich, yes I would love to test ride the Super Chief 👌 I will try my best to get a ride on one. Cheers
I luv it this one does it for me just as it is unfortunately its to rich for my blood though Angus big shame like it a whole lot .👌😊
👍 Nice I thought you might like this one! I loved it haha, the engine is just brilliant. I know they are soo expensive, one day I would like to own one! Cheers glad you liked it
Ngl the speed and tach looked so much better on the tank
Yes I think I agree with you 👍
What is that bag you’re using on the bars?
It is actually meant for bicycles! I bought it from a shop called Halfords 👍
Nice looking bike...not sure on the number plate being so high.
Cheers Angus
Stride and Ride
👍 It is certainly a cool motorbike! Same I just hate the way number plates have to be so big on motorbikes, ruins the look. Gotta love the 117 engine from Harley 😁
Cheers
@@redangrevival You would think with all the wisdom Harley has they would recognise that the number plate placed further down would act as an extended mud guard.. I'll have a word with them!
😂 lets team up together and take it to HD head office! But first you must patent the idea!!
@@redangrevival There's an idea... better book two speedmasters to America... maybe route 66 to get there..
@@LionTheHeart 👌 Ooo that sounds like a plan, I'm in!! God that would be fun, one day it shall happen!
My friend, I'm very happy for you. But if you don't know. Harley Davidson has a crate engine for that bike a 131! So what I'm saying is if you think that 117 gets up and goes which it does trust me I have it on mine but I have the 131 also and you wanna talk about get-up-and-go ....
WOW!
💪 Awesome, would love to try that engine out!! Just love a big V-Twin!! Cheers
where can I find that bar bag?
Hi Joe, it is actually meant for bicycles!! However it just fits most motorbikes so well. I bought it in a shop called Halfords, in the bicycle section 👍
@@redangrevival thank you
@@redangrevival I found one on Amazon thanks again.
@@JR70s Hi, could you share the link?
@@marektarnoci1501 I found one on Amazon but I had to have the mounting straps altered.
Damn, what size placard do you Brits have to have for a license plate? Jesus.
Too big is all I can say!
J'aime beaucoup cette moto.mais ,c'est quoi cette horrible plaque d'immatriculation ?
Une taille plus raisonnable en France!
@@wakajawaka44
Qui a parlé de taille ?
Je fais allusion à son emplacement qui n'est vraiment pas esthétique.
Yes the number plate does let it down some what!
I thought their biggest engine was the 131!?
Yes it actually is! I think they reserve it for their CVO and special models though 🤔
Cool, but £18k?! WTF?! Would rather have a Speedmaster and a Gold Star. Or four Royal Enfields, lol.
😂!! I know it is crazy! It is a lot of bike and engine, but they are very expensive. You are buying the name basically. Too much in my opinion, but I bet I own one one day 🥴
Meh....WAY overpriced. I fell for Harley BS back in 2005 and bought a 06 Soft tail Duce new off the lot that was around $24k all in. I disliked the oil burning turd so much I ended up selling it 3 years later with around 6k miles on it. Paying all that $ for a bike that basically has not changed at all since the 80's beside upping the CC of the engine every other year is a joke.
Cooor that is interesting to hear!! They are definitely love/hate bikes. I really enjoyed the ride, but I suppose the owner experience may be different.
@@redangrevival Oh I loved the hell out of it at first, but once the new wore off I couldn't see what the fuss was about. They do make some beautiful bikes, but they are way over hyped over here for sure. I have a buddy that's a die hard HD fan boy. We were arguing the other day because according to him, no one does any touring on anything but big HD or Indian style bikes. I told him you only really see that here in the states. He's a closest Triumph fan, but will not admit it lol
Haha I would have taken your side in that argument!! I must admit I would love to get over to the States and do some big touring on a Harley 😁
I bet they do become a bit of a common sight over there, fair bit rarer in the UK. I would love for Triumph to do a large capacity cruiser to compete with Harley!!
@@redangrevival oh yeah, you of all people know all about traveling on a triumph. I told him "I know a guy who" in reference to you, that rides the hell out of a bike just like mine with zero issues. Now if you are taking the long stretches of Freeway that we have here for hours on end then I can see where a huge cruiser would have it's benefits, but those highways tend to bypass all the stuff worth seeing. I agree, triumph needs to build something along the lines of that new cruiser from BMW, but keep the classic looks.
Harley fucked me over and I'm paying 27k for this s motorcycle. Long story but this will be my last Harley.
😃👍👍👍😃
👌 Cheers
not enough chrome on that bike
Yes I agree, love chrome!
@@redangrevival maybe you get the chance to review / ride the 2023 Breakout 117. It looks georgous too!
Nvm, I just found the video 🙂
@@fangan4770 Yes I have done a review of it 👍 Very cool
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