Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 Review. Does it ride as good as it looks?

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  • Опубликовано: 8 авг 2019
  • In this video we review the new Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114, fitted with Vance and Hines Eliminator 300 slip ons.
    What do you think about that huge back wheel? We think it looks terrific and that it didn't ride as badly as some people say!
    In fact - it rather impressed us!
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  • @MrDarcy-OlMan
    @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +2

    Make sure you check out our review of the 2021 version of the fat boy! ruclips.net/video/9XkGFrb94FQ/видео.html

  • @davidaubuchon7309
    @davidaubuchon7309 Год назад +14

    Just bought a 22' Fatboy. Great review. I don't find that large back tire to be an issue at all. I think that some people that come to Harley expect Sports bike type performance out of cruisers........Harleys are meant for cruising, enjoying the journey and aren't meant to be sport bikes. Love them. Thanks for posting this. Nice review.

  • @SmokeyBear363
    @SmokeyBear363 3 года назад +10

    Ever since I was a kid I wanted a fat boy. Terminator 2 :)

  • @paulallen4827
    @paulallen4827 4 года назад +9

    I have a fat boy 2018 107 great bike handles great people say it’s hard to handle with a rear tyre that size I say not true. It’s so easy to handle and light . I have just put on Vance Hines slip on‘s. Sounds great.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Paul Allen Awesome! I really liked the Fat Boy! Like you say; no problem with handling, just parking speeds

  • @Mattis_Bengtsson
    @Mattis_Bengtsson 3 года назад +7

    Best YT channel for motorbike-entusiasts!

  • @Logan-wv8qf
    @Logan-wv8qf Год назад

    Greetings from Central Coast California!
    My very first Harley (3 years ago) is a 2004 Fatboy-fuel injected, Vance Hines Long Shot pipes,with 68k miles. Meticulously cared for by previous owner. Comfortable, amazingly well balanced, easy handling. No problems, very dependable. Ride 2 up with my honey on medium trips to Big Sur and Carmel/Monterey (hard leather covered bags). Previous bike was a 1980 Yamaha XS850. Love the Fatboy!
    Handles like a dream. Plenty of power. Trustworthy local mechanic told me “Keep the fluids changed and she’ll hit 150K with no problem.” I’m at 88k now.
    Great video-Thank you!!
    -An Army Veteran and Proud Teacher
    ❤️🇺🇸

  • @richardwitalis7731
    @richardwitalis7731 2 года назад +9

    First time I've heard a Harley described as lovely.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  2 года назад +3

      You’ve been missing out 👊🏼

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh 8 месяцев назад

      Thats what my wife's friends said when they saw my custom FLSTF .Except they said Beautiful

  • @WRVC706
    @WRVC706 3 года назад +5

    I live in Louisville, KY USA... I’m nearing retirement from a career in Law Enforcement. I would love to go to Europe and bring a bike and just tour...
    Watching you ride in this video only makes me want to do it more.
    Maybe after the world calms down.. if it calms down.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      That sounds like a great plan! Fingers crossed for you 👍🏼

    • @49erist
      @49erist 3 года назад +2

      Look forward to seeing you here Dale!

  • @thejerseyj9422
    @thejerseyj9422 3 года назад +2

    At 2:10, a TR-6 ! My favorite sports car, I've owned two of them and they were dependable daily drivers that had an exhaust note straight from Heaven.
    The glimpse of English villages and country roads were a treat. And, the Fat Boy is definitely the coolest brute on two wheels.
    All in all a very enjoyable video. ✌

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      Thanks buddy! Yes the TR6! Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Jer_O
    @Jer_O 5 лет назад +5

    Great review. Love your videos guys. Looking forward to your breakout review.

  • @beardedbiker2647
    @beardedbiker2647 3 года назад +2

    First as always great video good content secondly I have lost count how many times I have watched this video because it is refreshing to see someone actually recommend a fatboy as an every day bike. everybody seems to gravitate towards the big touring bikes and yes they are great bikes but they seem to do one thing really well long days in the saddle munching the miles on the super slab. There’s loads of softail owners doing the same trips 400-500 mile days and not wishing they had a touring bike. Keep up the great work and it wouldn’t break my heart for you to review the new Road Glide...

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy! Yes it's much nicer than a tourer! We are well placed for reviewing the 2021 Harley's now so watch this space!

  • @atomik5303
    @atomik5303 4 года назад +1

    Great video . I had been looking for a video in the UK for this bike and picked a 114 fattie up last week ,great fun and handles fine (riding to work)
    Keep up the good work

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Adam! What a great choice of bike! Ride safe and don’t forget to subscribe

  • @Kojak-zh7qo
    @Kojak-zh7qo 4 года назад +9

    I’m really tempted to get one,nice review mate 👍

  • @MrKamp999
    @MrKamp999 4 года назад +4

    Love this review and love Fat Boy too.
    I’m 59 and will get Fat Boy 2020 soon.
    It will be my first big bike,very excited ^^.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +2

      kampanat buachan It is such a good bike! Enjoy every moment!

    • @gusseisern1151
      @gusseisern1151 4 года назад +1

      Good Choice !

  • @BicepsAndBikinis
    @BicepsAndBikinis 5 лет назад +6

    Love this bike! Great video guys

  • @roadking155
    @roadking155 4 года назад +19

    This is the best video yet I have seen for the new Fat Boy motorcycle. I want to see one taken from another vehicle so I can see the Fat Boy in action moving down the road. I want to see the movement of the front and rear suspension as it is in motion.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Painting Business Thanks buddy! We’d like to be able to film it as you suggest but as we’re working on zero budget we can’t afford to get shots like that unfortunately. Maybe one day 🤞

    • @roadking155
      @roadking155 4 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan Actually when I first read this my first thought was the wifey driving the family car with the kids in the back seat filming! Might be dangerous.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Painting Business haha yes! We did do it on one video actually, filming out of the back

    • @HauptmannGallenstein
      @HauptmannGallenstein 4 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan how would you compare the Fatboy to the breakout 114?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Karl Es Both very impressive bikes. The Breakout is actually a little bit more ‘flickable’ and also extremely stable; the thinner front tyre gives it more nimbleness and the rake/trail the stability. The Fat Boy is a solid, well planted ride. Both ‘push’ a bit at slow manouvering, but once underway are lovely bikes.

  • @Mytriumph650pre-unit
    @Mytriumph650pre-unit 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video beautiful scenes and a killer bike review as always. Big fan

  • @pmjn0943
    @pmjn0943 5 лет назад +3

    super video Guys, I believe the Fatboy is named after that atomic Bomb dropped on Japan at the end of WW2 which I think was is 6th August 1945.
    A test ride on the Breakout, and the Fatbob, would be also interesting, Id be interested to here if they all have this squeaky drive belt, and weak side stand, like the heritage,114ci.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      Paul Newmarch Wow I didn’t realise that! Yes more tests coming soon and then I’ll have a much better impression of the whole HD lineup

  • @FranBunnyFFXII
    @FranBunnyFFXII 4 года назад +2

    Im getting one of these as soon as I can.
    Such a kick ass bike.

  • @charlieryan1736
    @charlieryan1736 4 года назад +5

    Beautiful bike 👍🏻 thanks for making this quality review video

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      charlie ryan Thanks man! Have you seen the latest video uploaded today about the Low Rider S?

    • @danthechippie4439
      @danthechippie4439 3 года назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan hi, do you have a link to the low ride?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      @@danthechippie4439 here it is ruclips.net/video/b8-2wN_6E7g/видео.html

  • @norbertkovac6793
    @norbertkovac6793 3 года назад +2

    Awesome bike. I'm more of a naked sportbike rider but I'd love to get one of these one day. Awesome videos btw. 👍👍👍

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      Thanks! Yes the big Harleys are awesome machine

  • @IronHorseGarage
    @IronHorseGarage 3 года назад +3

    Well made video. Cant wait to go get my Fat Boy and enjoy it in person. Great review brother 💥👍💥

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy. 2021 Fat Boy video coming right up!

  • @jmgb2954
    @jmgb2954 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing! I made a mental goal that after I learned to drive and got my license (which I have successfully achieved) that I would start taking motorcycle lessons and work on getting my license/motorcycle. I'm honestly tied between Iron 883 and Fat Boy 114. I appreciate this video 👍🏼

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  2 года назад +2

      Most people who get an 883 trade it in after a year or less for a bigger Harley like the Fat Boy. 👍🏼

    • @jmgb2954
      @jmgb2954 2 года назад +2

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan That is wonderful information to know. Thank you for the response! God bless 🙏🏼

  • @alanbriggs7177
    @alanbriggs7177 3 года назад +3

    It was between the fat boy and the heritage, last time I bought a harley. Heritage won because I like to do long days on a bike, but I didn't find it comfortable enough and ended up with a Kawasaki Ninja 1000, which is a great all-day bike. Now that covid has put paid to that sort of trip I really wish I had a fat boy.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      ahh! Something to look forward to!

  • @lisar3006
    @lisar3006 3 года назад +4

    I have only owned Pans Shovels and two twin cams all were FLH FLCTC and FLHRIC types bikes not counting my four Flathead Harley's and Indians. I sold my twin cams this year and picked up a 1998 FLSTF Fatboy. I really like the Fatboy it is lighter and more nimble than my other FLH type HD's. It seem more like my old flatheads in weight I am liking it so far. I am down to this 98 FLSTF and my 72 FLH now but at my age that will be enough.

  • @daviddenson3324
    @daviddenson3324 4 года назад +2

    It may not be as loud as others, but it still has that low "rumble" to it which is adequate in my opinion. Still sounds good in this video. It is still that Harley V-Twin sound. The sound echoed nicely off those brick walls as you made that turn - Definite HARLEY sound! Different exhaust can be added too if preferred.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      David Denson S At full revs it’s very loud; it’s not the loudest as you say but it certainly has the Harley sound

  • @MrBurlybiker
    @MrBurlybiker Год назад +2

    I have an 09 fatboy! I have 4 Harley’s and my old Fatboy is always special! I think Fatboy is the Standard for what Harley-Davidson is and should be! Roadglide and Street Glide still the best though!!!good review bud!!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  Год назад +1

      Excellent. Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @julieredmon1521
    @julieredmon1521 4 года назад +3

    Really nice video. It helped a lot to see you on the bike riding down the street to get an idea of riding position. You look hot on that bike too and love that accent. 😁

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Julie Redmon Ahh thanks! It’s a fabulous bike! Nice to be called hot at my age 💋

    • @81722Les
      @81722Les 4 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan Trust me Ol"man, you are smoking hot for whatever age you are.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      @@81722Les Thank you ! Must be all the spinach

  • @Tony455HO
    @Tony455HO 5 лет назад +5

    Great video guys, the 2018 fat boy grew on me, initially didn't like it but it it a traditionally modern Harley! Did that make any sense? 🙃 cheers!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      Tony yeah that makes sense! I didn’t like the solid wheels at first but now I think they look pretty cool. Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @jerlaine1638
    @jerlaine1638 2 года назад +1

    I was torn on this bike when it first came out. I absolutely love my 2008 Fatboy, and didn't care for these newer bikes. But they're definitely growing on me and I kinda want a new one. But only time will tell

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  2 года назад +1

      The bug has got into your head! 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @lencampey5685
    @lencampey5685 5 лет назад +6

    Nice looking bike as I have been looking at this one as well as the breakout! Will probably make a decision next year on which to go for as I am still enjoying my Sportster Iron. Good video and thanks for the Info, when are you testing the breakout?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      Glad you enjoyed the vid, hopefully we will test the breakout within the next couple of weeks! So stay tuned for that one!

    • @lencampey5685
      @lencampey5685 5 лет назад

      No problem, will stay tuned in and subbed so will get notification. Do you get your test rides from Sykes HD?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      len campey no get them from sycamore Harley-Davidson! Mr Darcy who was behind the camera of this video works there!

    • @lencampey5685
      @lencampey5685 5 лет назад +1

      Ah ok that’s good to know!!

  • @AdaMoto83
    @AdaMoto83 3 года назад +2

    Great review pal. I’m thinking of a fat boy my self so this helped. 👍🏾🇬🇧

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy! Yes you can’t go wrong with a Fat Boy! 💯

    • @AdaMoto83
      @AdaMoto83 3 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan will go test ride one soon ASAP. 👍🏾👍🏾

  • @MrAndrew1953
    @MrAndrew1953 4 года назад +2

    I'm 5'8 and would opt for a Sport Glide with narrower profile, slimmer tyres. I've seen one in the flesh and confirmed my vew it would a much easier bike to ride around town or through the twisties.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Andrew Hoffman Yes the Fat Boy is a monster!

  • @thelindsayf
    @thelindsayf 5 лет назад +3

    Good to see your keeping your heitage.. its you all over and just suits you.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      lindsay f Thanks! Yes I washed it and then realised I couldn’t part with it😁

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Bernard Lesperance Thanks buddy! It’s a great looking bike for sure

  • @TheRicokilla
    @TheRicokilla 3 года назад +2

    Love to see more videos on how the riding position looks. I’m 6” by the way.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      Thanks bud. Yes definitely more Harley videos coming up this year 👍🏼

  • @FZMello
    @FZMello 4 года назад +3

    Just bought a 2019 in Blue Max. Supposed to pick it up this weekend. Can't wait! That said, how do people travel in both directions on those spartan back streets? I see cars parked facing in both directions, so they have to be 2-way, right?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      FZMello Yes I guess we’re used to it but you do have to pull over sometimes to get past

  • @MaanKulwinder
    @MaanKulwinder 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hi guys. Love your videos. Great work.
    I am stuck between Fat Boy 114 and Fat Bob 114. I am 175cm and 95kgs
    Both bikes best in there look. Iconic fat boy and muscular modern fat bob.
    I mostly go for longer rides including curves. Sat on both bikes in showroom. Bob felt my size and lighter.
    A video comparing both bikes will be great.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  8 месяцев назад +1

      The Fat Bob would be the better of the two for riding the curves 👍🏼

    • @MaanKulwinder
      @MaanKulwinder 8 месяцев назад +3

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan thanks for reply. I bought a fat bob. I test ride it yesterday and loved the sitting position. So natural. Everything where it’s supposed to be and seat is cushiony .
      Made payment for it. Gonna pick up today. Will send you pictures. Love your videos guys.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  8 месяцев назад +3

      That is awesome to hear 👍🏼

    • @MaanKulwinder
      @MaanKulwinder 7 месяцев назад +2

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan love my Fat Bob 114. It’s powerful and so lightweight. Very nimble.
      I am lane filtering like I used to do with my Yamaha Bolt R.

  • @kung-fuhustle5755
    @kung-fuhustle5755 3 года назад +5

    Driving a car for 30 years, sick and tired of it. Wanna feel the open road.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Yes; nothing like a motorcycle for that!

  • @lazybonemotorcycles1527
    @lazybonemotorcycles1527 3 года назад +3

    That bike looks like was just made for you !
    I’m tempted to have this one in my Garage :)

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +2

      It’s a beauty! Have you seen our more recent review of the 2021 model?

    • @lazybonemotorcycles1527
      @lazybonemotorcycles1527 3 года назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlManI will check that out :)

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      @@lazybonemotorcycles1527 ruclips.net/video/9XkGFrb94FQ/видео.html here’s the link!

  • @LeftyOtool
    @LeftyOtool 4 года назад +2

    Another great video! I’m about to start biking and looking at the little yellow Honda 125 as a starter bike for about a year. After that I’d like a Harley, would you recommend something like a 48 special or could I go straight to a fat boy or street bob? I’m 6 foot. Thanks!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +2

      Thanks! The monkey is awesome and a great start. A 48 would be a perfect next step and yes you could go straight to a Street Bob or FatBoy but the jump is massive and the big Harleys have so much torque and weight that they take some getting used to.

    • @stuartjones8651
      @stuartjones8651 4 года назад

      Brilliant, thanks!!

  • @thelindsayf
    @thelindsayf 5 лет назад +3

    Admit it is a cool looker but i think the solid wheels could be a problem at speed on a windy day. Great video. I just purchased the street glide special after much much consternation tossing between it the heritage and road king but in the end i just couldnt go past the stereo and gps and the look. Please ride the Road King though, even though i didnt go that way i think it is the best for pure riding of them all even with the 107. keep up the good work.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  5 лет назад

      lindsay f Great points! I’d like to ride a Road King; that would be interesting 👊

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh Год назад +1

      On my old 1200 Sporty I had 2 Fat Boy wheels fitted with a 32 degree wide glide forks .I rode that bike to work and back near all the time 40 mile round trip and over a high long bridge .The wheels never gave me a problem and these were the solid wheels from a early Fat Boy.

  • @mjw8218
    @mjw8218 4 года назад +2

    Great review and top bloke

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Matthew Watts Thanks bro! Much appreciated

  • @aceofspades5786
    @aceofspades5786 Год назад +4

    Stunning bike, proper badass.

  • @baxinutter
    @baxinutter 4 года назад +2

    Great review
    I love mine 👍

  • @cembanditx1
    @cembanditx1 4 года назад +2

    I spent a while deciding between this Fatboy 114 and a Heritage 114 for my first Harley. Can’t go wrong either way. Hello from Iowa, USA.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      cembandit What did you go for in the end?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      cembandit PS. Don’t forget to subscribe! It really helps us to make better videos

    • @cembanditx1
      @cembanditx1 4 года назад +1

      MrDarcy & the Ol'Man 30th anniversary Fatboy

    • @cembanditx1
      @cembanditx1 4 года назад +1

      But adding cruise control, swing arm bag, sissy bar for gear. So the heritage has a lot to offer as equipped.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      cembandit Oh nice 👊🏼

  • @1SaG
    @1SaG Месяц назад

    I wish I could get my hands on one of the new Fat Boys for comparison, because the OG one was a bit of a let-down for me. I was in love with that bike's looks well before I ever got to see it in person or ride it. Then I rode one and it was a bit of a case of "never meet your idols". That was on a 1995 or 1996, EU-spec Evo model. So ... 55, 56 hp ... maybe - on 300+ kg machine. Stock sound was laughably quiet, but the things that struck me the most were the sheer weight and the reluctance of the bike to do anything but run in a straight line. Also didn't help that the (stock) brakes felt woefully undersized for the bike's bulk. My summary of that particular Fat Boy would be: Doesn't go, doesn't stop, doesn't do corners and it doesn't sound like a Harley. On the plus side: It came in that rare yellow/cream white two-tone paint-job they did for a short while in the mid 90s and it *really* looked great when you were walking away from it. ;)

  • @bakoroland410
    @bakoroland410 3 года назад +2

    Great video as always. My personally opinion is, that Fat boy is better for man till 6 feet. it's maximum. after 6 feet it looks already little. It's a medium size bike, somewhere between Iron and Heritage.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      We think Harley need to make their softails a little larger.

    • @bakoroland410
      @bakoroland410 3 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan That's right! There are already many models for shorter people, so they have to think about big guys also :)...I think problem of Harley today are just ergonomic- specially for big guys and second - prices. they are too high.

  • @zoom107
    @zoom107 4 года назад +3

    Did this by chance have a tuner? Might be the reason you felt a little increase in performance over the heritage. I had a street tuner installed on my 2019 heritage when I had the eliminator pipes put on. I noticed an increase in power. Thanks.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Not sure actually. I'm going to get a Fuel Pack for the Heritage _ video coming when it's done.

  • @rafaeluribe2125
    @rafaeluribe2125 3 года назад +3

    Great video, i really like your reviews . Im 6 '2 and im looking for a big bike wich one fat boy or fxdr.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy! Both would be ok. Riding position on Fat Boy is better 👍🏼

    • @khakimzhanmiras
      @khakimzhanmiras 3 года назад +3

      Road king, around same price but much more accommodating for non-hobbits. Krauss seat raises seat height by another inch easily and lots of aftermarket foot control options to play around between performance and comfort. Also I think it’s a bit more nimble than both those bikes at slow speeds.

  • @chrisrentas6471
    @chrisrentas6471 4 года назад +2

    I just bought the same exact FAT BOY BIKE. ! Bad Azz Machine ! I will put the Harley 117 ci Stage 3 Kit on my Bike with Cam, Vance and Hines Pro Pipe. new Tune with Mapping

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Chris Rentas Awesome! With those upgrades it will be a beast! (In a good way!)

  • @gusseisern1151
    @gusseisern1151 4 года назад +4

    I am 6 foot 3 and this is the Right Harley vor me very comfortable

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Fabulous! Yes it’s a good fit for us big guys 👊🏼

    • @shadowcycles5295
      @shadowcycles5295 3 года назад

      How tall are you by the way Mr Darcy and ol'man

  • @djm9676
    @djm9676 4 года назад +1

    Saw a review by Blockhead from US. He says it’s difficult in tight turns! More so in UK with our tighter roads. I’m 67 but fit. Think I’ll test one. Any comments regarding manoeuvrability!!!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +2

      D Jm Hi! Yes it’s only a small characteristic at low speeds ( ie walking speed). Once moving it’s very nice to ride and corners fine. It’s not what you’d call nimble, but it is not bad. It’s a combination of geometry and fat front and rear tyres that make it need a slightly different technique.

  • @lapinobel
    @lapinobel 3 года назад +2

    Riding a Kawasaki Z900RS but very much considering a Fat Boy or Sport Glide. Leaning towards the Fat since I like the look more. I love doing long rides from time to time but mostly trips are around 100km a day, often smaller roads, through towns etc (Belgium). Would a Fat Boy handle well? No way to testride one here in Belgium, going to test a Street Bob and Sport Glide this friday though. Really need to make up my mind...

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      The Far Bob is really stable and rides fine. It’s a little heavy at walking speed manoeuvres but otherwise a nice ride

  • @DavidAdiv
    @DavidAdiv 4 года назад +2

    Great review, it is an awesome rid I have one and I love it it handles great, the funny is one or too guys on there reviews was bashing the fat boy, that it’s hard to turn into corners, so much frothier from the truth

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +2

      David Adiv Yes it’s funny how that reputation goes round. It’s a great handling bike! Thanks for your support buddy!👊🏼

  • @glynhannaford7332
    @glynhannaford7332 4 месяца назад

    Great video, thank you. 👏
    Two questions, please ...
    Does that headlamp actually illuminate very much at night?
    What is the town you are riding around? It looks a very nice place with a lot of older, character properties.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 месяца назад +1

      The headlight is fit for purpose and the town I am riding through is the lovely old town of Uppingham in Rutland 👍🏼

    • @glynhannaford7332
      @glynhannaford7332 4 месяца назад

      @MrDarcy-OlMan Thank you Sir, on both counts. 👍😊

  • @astrorho
    @astrorho 3 года назад +4

    "It's the sort of bike that mothers and babies wave to it. It's not biker anti-social." HAHA
    Loving your videos, guys.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      It is! Very entertaining for others; genuinely. Thanks buddy

  • @danthechippie4439
    @danthechippie4439 4 года назад +4

    Great review, any idea why the bike now doesn't have a heal shifter? Also is that all chrome or brushed aluminium? I'm just worried how it would hold up in bad weather

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Dan. I believe the heel shifter demise is a result of rider preferences but it can be bought as an accessory. It’s brushed aluminium and should hold up ok in the weather.

    • @danthechippie4439
      @danthechippie4439 4 года назад +2

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan thank you for your honesty and very quick response. My first bike was a sporster many years ago and I am considering purchasing my first brand new harley davidson fatboy and I love everything about this bike except the chrome was a worry as iv heard so many horror stories, I live in Ireland so weather not kind to riders

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Dan The Chippie no problem Dan. I guess you could also try to find some videos of people who own Fat Boys and ask them how they hold up in the wet weather over time.

    • @danthechippie4439
      @danthechippie4439 4 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan 👍🇮🇪

    • @joebrito2066
      @joebrito2066 4 года назад +1

      This bike was made for Daytona beach weather

  • @alperark9546
    @alperark9546 3 года назад +2

    How is the vibration and the buzzing on the fatboy? I've ridden old Harleys and the vibration was overwhelming. I've ridden the fxdr, the vibration was tolarable but the buzzing was disturbing. How is it on this bike?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      I didn’t notice any tbh. We’re reviewing the 2021 Fat Boy next week. I’ll pay particular attention to that point when I’m riding 👍🏼

    • @alperark9546
      @alperark9546 3 года назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan thank you for your kind answer. Looking forward to it.

  • @user-1500HP
    @user-1500HP 3 года назад +2

    Would you recommend this bike to a 6'6" rider (longer legs) ?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      It should be ok. We’ve got the 2021 model arriving on Wednesday for an ip to date review so we’ll have a good look 👍🏼

  • @bjoernrider6164
    @bjoernrider6164 4 года назад +3

    Hey Guys. Cool video! How do the wheels feel on a windy day?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Thanks man! I haven't tried it in the wind but I do know that some people say you get blown a bit

    • @bjoernrider6164
      @bjoernrider6164 4 года назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan Hey. In the meantime i tried myself. Must say that crosswind may be a real nightmare.

  • @valentin_marin
    @valentin_marin 4 года назад +1

    I'm asking if it's better handling than a Breakout!🙄💭
    By the way....the consumption of this bike?
    Next year I want to change the bike and I've a lot of doubts...Fat Boy or Breakout? A Triumph Rocket 3...?
    Gracias for your opinion

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Hey there, I’m yet to test ride the breakout but it’s next on the list so stay tuned for that video, I’ll make sure to do a little comparison between the fat boy and the breakout!

  • @marktuohy4427
    @marktuohy4427 3 года назад +2

    Liked the video guys. I think this bike is special due to a few of its simple design details...both tyres are wide and aggressive , the front end is monstrous and imposing, and the front headlight dominates the front if the bike. I actually like it for those reasons...quite a simply review but that's what this bike is all about....well done guys!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      Thanks buddy. Yes totally right. 💯👍🏼

  • @zeuskhan91
    @zeuskhan91 3 года назад +5

    Just sold my Vrod and I know that no Harley will ever be as fast or rev as high but I'm so torn up between a Fatboy and a Breakout.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +2

      Both great! We would go for the Breakout 👍🏼

    • @ALEXdaG
      @ALEXdaG 3 года назад +2

      I’m in the same boat lol. Favoring the fat boy. I like the beefy looks hence the m109 i have currently

    • @ALEXdaG
      @ALEXdaG 3 года назад +1

      Forgot to mention the fat boy has floor boards which mages riding so much more comfy

    • @zeuskhan91
      @zeuskhan91 3 года назад +1

      M109 is an absolute beast I love it but I noticed 10 times out of 10 my completly stock Vrod pulled ahead of it hitting 240km/h only thing was the bars started shaking. (Stock soundless pipes and had no tuner however the M1 was dynotuned)

    • @ALEXdaG
      @ALEXdaG 3 года назад +1

      @@zeuskhan91 interesting. My m109 gets to 150mph also and is dyno tuned with a 2-1 exhaust. Doesn’t matter which is faster as long as you enjoy the bike. Not sure i could ever part with the m109. Thing is cool

  • @danthechippie4439
    @danthechippie4439 2 года назад +1

    Hi guys, any thoughts on the few small changes to the 2022 model?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  2 года назад +2

      We’re hoping to review the new model so we will have a look 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @danthechippie4439
      @danthechippie4439 2 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan brilliant 😁👍

  • @MirdenLayra
    @MirdenLayra Год назад

    Great video brother, priceless work
    I hope someone can help me with my doubt... I would really appreciate it a lot.
    Too many negative as positive comments and thoughts about harley davidson bikes (beyond the great lookin of course), and too many comments gave me probably a bad idea of how reliable can be harley davidson, and this model (the fat boy) in particular. I love this bike, it's my dream, but far away from the "good look" for the price you are paying for one of these, the last thing you want to know is that you bought a not bullet proof motorcycle, dont get me wrong, I know all bikes are machines and even the "best" brand can have some issues. But I hope someone can tell me with his own experience, if harley davidson (especially the fat boy) it doesn't worth the price... I mean, I don't care how much it cost, for a dream to came true and for a taste of what you love you pay whatever, but far from that, I want to know if this bike can be a really strong engine that (taking care of him) it will last many years, and achieve the reliability that you have an engine between your legs that you can trust that it will not throw you... and that the dealership will not tell you "we cannot solve your problem" or having that kind of "big issues" with the spare parts...
    -I just want to enjoy the ride with my dream machine, but knowing that my machine will not fucked me up because it's made of crystal. Want to feel confident with a big smile on my face, just like every one of us.
    I also saw triumphs, hondas, yamahas, indians, ducatis, and I want this fat boy man, it's kinda hard to explain, you already ride it, you know what that bike can do to a soul, but I'm afraid of her reliable, hope someone can clear my mind.
    Sorry if my english is bad, it isn't my native language
    Thank you also for the amazing video, I really enjoyed it a lot, keep up the good work !!
    Ride safe and stay strong

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  Год назад +2

      Thanks for your comment bro.
      In our experience, having had 4 Harleys, they are very reliable, very well built, VERY cool, and just outstanding! Best bikes on the planet in our opinion. Look at Million Dollar Bogan - he has proven the reliability of the Harely-Davidsons time and time again.

    • @MirdenLayra
      @MirdenLayra Год назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan It was really hard to find someone that takes the time to answer, glad you did! Hearing the voice of the experience, I definitely can't be wrong... thanks a lot.
      Also thank you for so many great videos, this isn't my first one, all the effort you put on every video, it's just incredible
      Thank you for your time, you helped me a lot in my final decision
      I will take a look to that channel definitely, thank you for sharing and help me, I send to you good vibes

  • @ALEXdaG
    @ALEXdaG 3 месяца назад

    Love it but i do a lot of highway and idk how i feel about the looks with a windshield on there most of the time

  • @Aman-ut7cn
    @Aman-ut7cn 4 года назад +2

    Really a good explanation ....liked it from india

  • @claretbuck1882
    @claretbuck1882 3 года назад +3

    What a machine guys 👌🏻

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +2

      claretbuck1882 yes it’s a beast 👍🏼

  • @boogeyman7777
    @boogeyman7777 9 месяцев назад

    I want one... that's going to be my first bike

  • @harleyflfbsflip8747
    @harleyflfbsflip8747 4 года назад +3

    Great bike put 2000 miles on 3 months. Just work the bike in the corners a little more than a more agile bike and its will impress the others.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Awesome man, and yeah I didn’t really find it any trouble in the corners 👌🏻

  • @rudyman22
    @rudyman22 3 года назад +2

    great review... how about cornering, if u compare it to street bob 114?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy. Did you see our 2021 fat Boy review and blogs? We go into cornering quite a bit in that 👍🏼

    • @rudyman22
      @rudyman22 3 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan I will definitely check on them.. thx.. the fat boy is just amazing. maybe the next season I change my forty-eight sportster for this beauty.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      @@rudyman22 you might after you’ve seen the latest videos we did!

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh Год назад

      This cornering thing had me worried before I bought my Fat Boy .First time out I was laying it over no prob .Then thought jeez if some guys scrape the foot boards they must be at a crazy angle.I just would not have the nerve to lay it over that far.

  • @haleyraven.lilrocket9241
    @haleyraven.lilrocket9241 3 года назад +3

    Absolutely beautiful my father rides a fat boy he says he's been on hundred's of bikes but he loves the fat boy by far the best. Such a clean rude I have been on his with him really enjoyable 👍👍

  • @fvcostanzo
    @fvcostanzo 3 года назад +2

    I have a Fatboy Lo - handling is amazing. I can throw it around like a dirt bike (almost).

  • @Andy-px1mj
    @Andy-px1mj 4 года назад

    How do you find the weight at stand still? Having one leg, it may be too heavy for me to hold upright.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Andy R It’s flippin heavy! Like all Harleys, once it starts to tip, theres no stopping it

    • @Andy-px1mj
      @Andy-px1mj 4 года назад +1

      MrDarcy & the Ol'Man haha. I thought so. I’ll stick with my Freewheeler. No tipping that beast.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Andy R Yes that’s true. The freewheeler looks pretty close to a Fat Boy anyway 👊🏼

  • @Skyhigh275
    @Skyhigh275 3 месяца назад +1

    Cool T-shirt sir.

  • @AlexS-gn9tq
    @AlexS-gn9tq Год назад +4

    The most beautiful motorcycle ever

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh Год назад

      Have to agree .My wife's friends on seeing mine in my garage have all gone mad taking pics of it.

  • @rubo1964
    @rubo1964 4 года назад +2

    unreal sound.For that alone worth riding it.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Ruben Sahakian Yes nothing sounds like a big bore V-Twin

  • @donaldsoncole3095
    @donaldsoncole3095 4 года назад +6

    I love the fact that the bike is dirty as hell from roaring around!!! HD`s should be rode rough ! I am tired of the show pony HD videos !!!!! HELL YA !!!!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      Donaldson Cole Yeah for sure! 👊🏼

  • @Ladosligese
    @Ladosligese 3 года назад +3

    freaking gorgeous bike

  • @sarmadtaha7495
    @sarmadtaha7495 4 года назад +2

    I'm always big fan of the terminator bike the fat boy I own one but its 103 engine 2014 awesome bike

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Yes definitely! Always been a great bike!

  • @joebrito2066
    @joebrito2066 4 года назад +3

    The perfect bike for Daytona Bike Week!

  • @Rob-qm7yb
    @Rob-qm7yb Год назад +2

    The shame is you can’t leave it for any length of time before it gets stolen.

  • @bernardlesperance742
    @bernardlesperance742 Год назад +3

    You even make a Fat Boy look small ! LOL !

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh Год назад

      My buddy is 6.4' I rode behind him when he was on his Fat Boy .It did look strange from the back view.

  • @Silidons91
    @Silidons91 3 года назад +3

    Where town is that? I am a native Californian and have never been out of the country. I love English architecture.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +5

      It’s Uppingham in the county of Rutland 👍🏼

    • @John-ob7dh
      @John-ob7dh Год назад +1

      Yep beautiful country there .Where i live our village name goes back to the year 774 and in 925 it was given to a loyal friend of the first King of England ( Athelstan ) grandson of Alfred the great .

  • @richardbailey3303
    @richardbailey3303 8 месяцев назад +2

    What’s the suspension like compared to a Sports Glide?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  8 месяцев назад

      Slightly better on the Fat boy if I can remember rightly 👍🏼

    • @richardbailey3303
      @richardbailey3303 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan I have a Sports Glide now and was thinking of changing to a Fat Bay next summer, worth the change?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  8 месяцев назад +1

      @@richardbailey3303 definitely worth changing 💯

  • @blackwolf5771
    @blackwolf5771 3 года назад +2

    Oh Jesus christ!, bike is fantastic
    Thank u for the review sir, you look like gangster 😎

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy! Have you looked through our other videos?

    • @blackwolf5771
      @blackwolf5771 3 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan yes I'm watching 👍,I'm Murphy Jimmons from India, really enjoyed 🔥God bless

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      @@blackwolf5771 Brilliant thank you 👍🏼

  • @SuperEric717
    @SuperEric717 3 года назад +3

    Heard people complaining about the excessive vibration. What was your experience with the vibration?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +5

      I didn’t notice any.

    • @timempson
      @timempson 3 года назад +1

      I have a 2003 fat boy twin cam no vibration at all, I think fuel injection makes a hell of difference

    • @chrishill6043
      @chrishill6043 3 года назад

      I have a 2017 115th anniversary 114 fatboy... its amazingly smooth

  • @hisham77x
    @hisham77x 3 года назад +1

    Fat Boy Twin Cam or Fat Boy M8?
    Which one that you suggest?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      We like the M8 but people with the Twin Cam love theirs. Budget I guess

    • @hisham77x
      @hisham77x 3 года назад +1

      I ended up with a 2012 FatBoy a month ago. It’s 103 ci twin cam. This bike has its own character. Love it😎

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +1

      @@hisham77x That’s great! Good choice bro 👍🏼

  • @johncudzilo4268
    @johncudzilo4268 7 месяцев назад +1

    What does the zigzag lines on British roads mean????

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  7 месяцев назад +1

      Basically means don’t drive on those areas 👍🏼

    • @mattlewis5190
      @mattlewis5190 5 месяцев назад +2

      The white zigzags prohibit you from parking or overtaking as this is a pedestrian crossing and you would cause a hazard if you did so

  • @cvsisinthehouse
    @cvsisinthehouse 4 года назад +3

    Holy crap, a TR6 rolls by around 2:10. I had 3 of those.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      cvsisinthehouse yes! Very cool 👊🏼

    • @cvsisinthehouse
      @cvsisinthehouse 4 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan are there lots of them there in the Motherland?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      @@cvsisinthehouse Not really. There are a few about but you don't often see them.

  • @chriswhite-i3m
    @chriswhite-i3m 22 дня назад

    You should review the honda vtx range

  • @hoogmiester
    @hoogmiester 4 года назад +2

    Dude, crackin review. How tall are you? I’m 6’3 and 15.5 stone. Similar build to you, just wandering if it would suit me or not

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      Stefan Mackie hi buddy. Yes Im 6’3 and around the same weight. Definitely would suit you!

  • @Snerkler1
    @Snerkler1 3 года назад +2

    Lovely bike a great review. I currently have the M8 Road King and am considering one of these, how does the leg room compare to the Road King? I'm 6'4".

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +3

      It’s got more leg room than the Road King. The touring bikes have you sitting further forwards

    • @Snerkler1
      @Snerkler1 3 года назад +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan thanks, appreciate the reply. I assume there’s more reach to the handlebars on the Fat Boy then so maybe not quite as comfortable for the arms. Nothing a change of bars wouldn’t sort I guess.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад

      @@Snerkler1 they are quite swept back if I remember right. Not bad at all

    • @Snerkler1
      @Snerkler1 3 года назад

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan Many thanks.

    • @steveloustaunau8271
      @steveloustaunau8271 3 года назад

      Keep the road king

  • @tanyano9
    @tanyano9 4 года назад +2

    Is that Stamford...?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад +1

      tanyano9 no it’s Uppingham, not far from Stamford

  • @moha2az
    @moha2az Месяц назад +1

    this bike fits the Ol' man so perfekt

  • @jettav88
    @jettav88 4 года назад +1

    This Fat Boy or the Breakout? Thanks

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  4 года назад

      jettav88 Breakout for our taste and style of riding but both awesome in their own way

  • @sonicmagnus5312
    @sonicmagnus5312 4 года назад +3

    Fatboy Milwaukee 8, if i was to buy one

  • @rinkukoradi2539
    @rinkukoradi2539 4 года назад +2

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @stevecotterill7981
    @stevecotterill7981 3 года назад +4

    Gloves please Ol Man... 👍

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  3 года назад +2

      Steve Cotterill 100% I left them at home that day and I hate riding without them

  • @markmartin3221
    @markmartin3221 4 года назад +2

    The vest