I just bought a 2024 Blue Street Bob. Before that I owned a Road King which was way too heavy and hard to control. This Street Bob fits my riding style and control. I too am only 5'7" and I am comfortable riding and controlling this bike. Thanks for indicating more detail that I was not aware of. Great video. Thx
Congratulation bro, nice choice and color !! I'm the owner of XL1200T, It is heavy to maneuver too at 280kg, My wife hate it for the vibration and the engine heat at summer, so stop coming with me. I'm going one day to change it for a lighter bike.
When I test rode a street bob 114 i was surprised to feel how easy it was to ride and how smooth ot was. For those that don't know, it has dual balancing shafts inside the 114.
Other things to consider: - Low fuel light comes on at 50 miles remaining - Avoid the Aggressor fairing if you're around the 6ft mark, as it'll direct wind straight into your face - In Europe, all 2021 Harley models and newer require a tune on any Stage 1, including slip ons - Switching handlebars could be anywhere between $700 and $1,500 depending on the style and height you want. Similar price for the forward controls too. - If you want a murdered Bob, you'll be looking to change a lot including front fork covers, hand levers, headlight trim, various bolts, front axle covers. It all adds up. Personally I'd recommend the Softail Standard, then just replace old chrome that gets rusty/discoloured with black aftermarket pieces.
Perspective... I've set up every bike I've had since the first one pretty much the same. 1978 Kawasaki KZ650. 1973 Kawasaki Z-1. 1982 Suzuki GS850G. They all had a windshield, crash bar with highway pegs, and a sissy bar/luggage rack. Saddlebags were added for rain gear and toolkits. Unless you buy lunch every day, you have to bungee your lunchbox to the bike somehow. Basically, you add the accessories to make the bike work for you. In my case, it was riding to work, and sometimes "work" was 250 miles away. When you have forward controls, there's nowhere for you to move your legs to on a long ride. Mid controls with highway pegs not only lets you move your legs but gives you the ability to stand up to absorb big shocks and to sit on the pillion when you get sore.
I’ve been trynna make sense of why I started with a sporty and am now on a 23 street bob. And when you said these things are kinda impulsive buys it clicked! I couldn’t agree more. I love my street bob currently. Only thing I would’ve done different when I traded my sporty is possibly consider the lowrider st. But here we are, still no complaints 😎
I have a 2021 Bob. Had 5mi when I got it. Has 7584 now. (Make sure to get the tire coverage, 500 a tire it pays for itself because I'm on my 4th rear tire ) Also, you're spot on about the fork seals and the handlebars. Oh and the gas tank 😮. Overall I'm happy with my Girl awesome Power!!
So I'm not the only one to have worked out Harley marketing. Buy a bike that is something like you want. Then swap out a few bits for the look you want. Hey presto....... It's twice the price.
In 2023 I bought a 2022 with 15miles(floor model) sold as Brand New. 3 weeks from buying it Check Engine light came on, it’s been back to the dealer 4 times now. Full stage 2 engine upgrade 2weeks ago also. Now it’s back at the dealership AGAIN for the check engine light. Techs have now reached out to Harley for help. This bike is a great bike, mi e just had an electrical issue.
good video man. Have watched a lot of reviews and this one was one of the best. Particularly liked the very honest "think what you want the bike for". cheers
It’s an awesome bike ! I miss mine. Tons of power. I didn’t like the quiet exhaust or the mid controls which I changed to forward. Those were my only complaints.
The biggest draw backs for me are the tank size and the stock seating position. The handlebars are okay but definitely not something to keep long term, the seat is super low, and like most stock Harley’s it sounds like a sewing machine. As soon as I got mine home I moved my shifter peg downward as I had to take my foot off the peg to shift comfortably from the factory. I changed the levers next to something shorter. Then the fuel cap had to be changed to a black cap, Then I put a step up seat and color matched fairing. Mid bend bars and an 8” riser. Then a 2-1 exhaust.
Lower the shifter, change the seat , put in a s&s 475 cam it's the perfect cam to pump up the power to give you 120 or more hp and your ready to rock and roll 🧝💃⚡🏴☠️🌴🦄
Great video! I currently own a 2022 Nightster which is a great bike when it runs; however it has has numerous problems in this area. First with the handlebar modules and now an unknown problem. Today while riding to work it died and it will not start. The Dealership is scheduled to pick it up Tuesday and no matter what happens I no longer trust this bike. I need a bike that is reliable and the Nightster is a piece of shit. This bike is one that I am considering. My last bike was a full size Indian. Nice bike but I have grown to like a lighter and more sporty bike. I will miss the water cooled engine and not needing valve adjustments, but this bike I will definitely will be going on a test ride.
Great video man still rippin my 2020 fxbb and loving it there on fox 13 inch mono in the back and cruise techs change The whole ride for the better even though the bike is amazing out the box much love man from down 95 in Wilmington 302 hopefully Get in a ride with ya at some point brandywine is my Go to dealer 👊🤙 Also you should look into lucky Dave’s lucky 13 with the pull back and get the solid bushings that’s what I’m running and it’s perfect tried and true Dave really dialed and patten the 4 bend on his bars and it’s perfect blood flow in your rider triangle yiur can ride for days !!!
Great video and great information. Fun to watch. I am looking at buying one. You review is really good. How do you like your windshield ? Does it give you good wind protection? I want a windshield. Keep the good videos coming !
First concern for me would be how it feels in traffic. Is the engine braking when you roll the throttle on and off smooth or enough to upset your balance. Seems a common theme to ditch the stock handlebars. Is it just that they look hideous or from a comfort perspective?
@@charlesharper7292I actually went for the lowrider s 117 in the end, so have flatter bars already along with forward controls. I would prefer the bars a bit further back to be honest. Maybe an inch or two and lower about the same. I would also prefer to lose the little fairing around the headlight but suspect there is loads of really ugly stuff hiding behind it.
@@richardlee2488 my last "new" Harley before my FXBBS was a Dyna Lowrider. Love it. Still have it. Over a 100k miles off beating the living crap out of it between Texas and the east coast. Still runs, but it's tired. I think my new Street Bob is afraid of me...
@@charlesharper7292 mmm. Not sure how the new street bob actually rides as I didn't actually test ride. But the lowrider is a beast. I guess your previous was either an Evo or twin cam. A lot has changed. First Evo I rode was an early Fatboy. 100% the look. Absolute disappointment of the power. Still in the run in miles for my 117 but awestruck when I actually realised that twistgrip just keeps turning more than my wrist. I also have a 2001 honda sp1 in the shed that I bought new and can honestly say, apart from the elbow scraping cornering, the 117 is as much fun. It's winter here now so neither of them will be out much for a while. Aggggh English lake District rain, and snow... That's summer here. Time to play in 4 wheel toys for a while. Ps planning a roadtrip in USA next year but told to avoid crossing Texas so may just get to sideline to Tyler. On the back burner until I get decent weather records.
Pretty spot on review . I picked up My St., Bob about a month ago. I hate those handlebars. Will be swapping out soon. Have you changed your handlebar set up yet?
Yeah, the LCD gauge isn't that good in daylight. I think an LED display would have been better. I don't like the handlebars. Great bike though. Hopefully its up to the beating. I gave my 94 lowrider.
Speedometer is the only bad thing about this bike!, I hope the 2025 give those who want more tech to have the new TFT as an upgrade. at least I can buy an Amazon apple car paly with maps display for cheap, and make the bike look amazing at the helm
The seat height is relatively low on these and the weight really isn't noticeable. Give yourself a year or two on what you are riding today, and go for it.
I’m 6’3 and I’m extremely comfortable on my 2020 street bob with forward controls I kinda look like a fat kid in a little coat when I’m riding it tho 😂
IMO Street Bob, the way it priced is a worst HD softail value wise. Except if you planning to ride two-up 90% of the time maybe. On average it comes up to about $17K'ish out the door. For this kind of money you can easily pick up 114 Low Rider S with under 2K miles on it. And get upside down fork, dual front brakes, better instruments, better wheels and standard ABS, if I am not mistaken. Or just hold off a bit, and buy 117 Low Rider S at the end of this season. Low Rider S, dollar to dollar is much better value.
Easy things to consider after buying a Harley Davison machine. 1- you got poorer now. 2- you will shop less for the next 4 years. 3- she will spend more time in the garage than on the road. 4- People stare on you, not because of the bike looking crap, they feel sorry for you. 5- you will sell it and buy a better bike finally. 🤣
Dude, it's obvious you don't like the bike BUT I didn't buy it for 2up, storage, fancy sh*t like a bagger has or going on long trips. I bought it to have fun and romp around a 100 mile area, not riding to Sturgis or Daytona. H8ters just friggin move on and stfu, you don't want one then move along.
I’m 6’3 and I’m extremely comfortable on my 2020 street bob with forward controls I kinda look like a fat kid in a little coat when I’m riding it tho 😂
I just bought a 2024 Blue Street Bob. Before that I owned a Road King which was way too heavy and hard to control. This Street Bob fits my riding style and control. I too am only 5'7" and I am comfortable riding and controlling this bike. Thanks for indicating more detail that I was not aware of. Great video. Thx
Congratulation bro, nice choice and color !! I'm the owner of XL1200T, It is heavy to maneuver too at 280kg, My wife hate it for the vibration and the engine heat at summer, so stop coming with me. I'm going one day to change it for a lighter bike.
When I test rode a street bob 114 i was surprised to feel how easy it was to ride and how smooth ot was. For those that don't know, it has dual balancing shafts inside the 114.
Nice 🏍
Other things to consider:
- Low fuel light comes on at 50 miles remaining
- Avoid the Aggressor fairing if you're around the 6ft mark, as it'll direct wind straight into your face
- In Europe, all 2021 Harley models and newer require a tune on any Stage 1, including slip ons
- Switching handlebars could be anywhere between $700 and $1,500 depending on the style and height you want. Similar price for the forward controls too.
- If you want a murdered Bob, you'll be looking to change a lot including front fork covers, hand levers, headlight trim, various bolts, front axle covers. It all adds up.
Personally I'd recommend the Softail Standard, then just replace old chrome that gets rusty/discoloured with black aftermarket pieces.
Good points 👍
Yes dude I like the soft tail standard and the FLSL soft tail i think that's what its called which ive just recently discovered
No don’t replace with black. Chrome is beautiful and the black phase will die down eventually. Chrome is going to make a comeback mark my words.
@@WHO-DAT-GUY Chrome is great but I think it will be phased out for polished aluminium and/or stainless steel.
Hello, I am French and thank you for these videos on the STREET BOB 114. Very good advice which confirms my purchase on this motorcycle.
Perspective... I've set up every bike I've had since the first one pretty much the same.
1978 Kawasaki KZ650.
1973 Kawasaki Z-1.
1982 Suzuki GS850G.
They all had a windshield, crash bar with highway pegs, and a sissy bar/luggage rack. Saddlebags were added for rain gear and toolkits. Unless you buy lunch every day, you have to bungee your lunchbox to the bike somehow.
Basically, you add the accessories to make the bike work for you. In my case, it was riding to work, and sometimes "work" was 250 miles away.
When you have forward controls, there's nowhere for you to move your legs to on a long ride. Mid controls with highway pegs not only lets you move your legs but gives you the ability to stand up to absorb big shocks and to sit on the pillion when you get sore.
I’ve been trynna make sense of why I started with a sporty and am now on a 23 street bob. And when you said these things are kinda impulsive buys it clicked! I couldn’t agree more. I love my street bob currently. Only thing I would’ve done different when I traded my sporty is possibly consider the lowrider st. But here we are, still no complaints 😎
Yeah the st is amazing
I have a 2021 Bob. Had 5mi when I got it. Has 7584 now. (Make sure to get the tire coverage, 500 a tire it pays for itself because I'm on my 4th rear tire ) Also, you're spot on about the fork seals and the handlebars. Oh and the gas tank 😮. Overall I'm happy with my Girl awesome Power!!
Thats awesome
So I'm not the only one to have worked out Harley marketing.
Buy a bike that is something like you want. Then swap out a few bits for the look you want.
Hey presto.......
It's twice the price.
4th rear tire at 7.6k miles???? Lol
In 2023 I bought a 2022 with 15miles(floor model) sold as Brand New. 3 weeks from buying it Check Engine light came on, it’s been back to the dealer 4 times now. Full stage 2 engine upgrade 2weeks ago also. Now it’s back at the dealership AGAIN for the check engine light. Techs have now reached out to Harley for help. This bike is a great bike, mi e just had an electrical issue.
Same issue. Turned out to be the tune. It has to be perfected, if not issues WILL arise.
good video man. Have watched a lot of reviews and this one was one of the best. Particularly liked the very honest "think what you want the bike for". cheers
Thanks for stopping by!
It’s an awesome bike ! I miss mine.
Tons of power. I didn’t like the quiet exhaust or the mid controls which I changed to forward. Those were my only complaints.
It's a blast
Seriously considering one of these. I’m on your journey man.
Would definitely recommend 👌
Great information. I don’t own a Street Bob but I have always loved that bike. Well done sir.
Thanks man!
Hi ! Thanks for this video !
Where can I find a sisibar bag like that ?
Thanks ✌🏻✌🏻
Old company called t-bags. Not sure if they are still around
The biggest draw backs for me are the tank size and the stock seating position. The handlebars are okay but definitely not something to keep long term, the seat is super low, and like most stock Harley’s it sounds like a sewing machine. As soon as I got mine home I moved my shifter peg downward as I had to take my foot off the peg to shift comfortably from the factory. I changed the levers next to something shorter. Then the fuel cap had to be changed to a black cap, Then I put a step up seat and color matched fairing. Mid bend bars and an 8” riser. Then a 2-1 exhaust.
Curious what levers you got? I'm looking for those too
@@TheMotoJawn crossthread cycles. They’ve got a bunch of controls for m8 Softails that I prefer over stock harley controls.
@@IronBuiltEquinox awesome thanks I'm checking it out
Just bought one of these, so let's give it a go!
I just found this video. I'm a proud owner of 21 Street Bob. I got mine at Willow Street hd in October of 21
That's awesome good spot
Lower the shifter, change the seat , put in a s&s 475 cam it's the perfect cam to pump up the power to give you 120 or more hp and your ready to rock and roll 🧝💃⚡🏴☠️🌴🦄
Great video! I currently own a 2022 Nightster which is a great bike when it runs; however it has has numerous problems in this area. First with the handlebar modules and now an unknown problem. Today while riding to work it died and it will not start. The Dealership is scheduled to pick it up Tuesday and no matter what happens I no longer trust this bike. I need a bike that is reliable and the Nightster is a piece of shit. This bike is one that I am considering. My last bike was a full size Indian. Nice bike but I have grown to like a lighter and more sporty bike. I will miss the water cooled engine and not needing valve adjustments, but this bike I will definitely will be going on a test ride.
For sure give it a teat ride and see how ya like it
Hey buddy... hope I can buy it this year to replace my old 48 supporter.
Right on go for it
I noticed you tilted the bars back and put a windshield on it immediately! I felt like a parachute on that thing!!!
Yeah that helped a lot
I’m 6’1 and the mid controls on my low rider S and ST feel just fine too me
Mids are way better
@@TheMotoJawn I'm 6'1" and will be putting forward controls on, mids are too close..
Great video man still rippin my 2020 fxbb and loving it there on fox 13 inch mono in the back and cruise techs change
The whole ride for the better even though the bike is amazing out the box much love man from down 95 in Wilmington 302 hopefully
Get in a ride with ya at some point brandywine is my
Go to dealer 👊🤙
Also you should look into lucky Dave’s lucky 13 with the pull back and get the solid bushings that’s what I’m running and it’s perfect tried and true Dave really dialed and patten the 4 bend on his bars and it’s perfect blood flow in your rider triangle yiur can ride for days !!!
Wilmington nice! Let's gooooo
I just picked up new 2022 streetbob negotiate to 11,498
Great video and great information. Fun to watch. I am looking at buying one. You review is really good. How do you like your windshield ? Does it give you good wind protection? I want a windshield. Keep the good videos coming !
Thanks! It does give decent wind protection over nothing
Oh sorry for the comment edit. I just saw your reply! Thanks man. Looking forward to you coming videos !
First concern for me would be how it feels in traffic.
Is the engine braking when you roll the throttle on and off smooth or enough to upset your balance.
Seems a common theme to ditch the stock handlebars. Is it just that they look hideous or from a comfort perspective?
Engine breaking is good. Bars are average from looks and comfort. Not the best not the worst
Mine got a bar from a Soft tail Slim. Harley Davidson calls it the Hollywood bar. I like it much better than the stock bar.
@@charlesharper7292I actually went for the lowrider s 117 in the end, so have flatter bars already along with forward controls. I would prefer the bars a bit further back to be honest. Maybe an inch or two and lower about the same. I would also prefer to lose the little fairing around the headlight but suspect there is loads of really ugly stuff hiding behind it.
@@richardlee2488 my last "new" Harley before my FXBBS was a Dyna Lowrider. Love it. Still have it. Over a 100k miles off beating the living crap out of it between Texas and the east coast. Still runs, but it's tired. I think my new Street Bob is afraid of me...
@@charlesharper7292 mmm.
Not sure how the new street bob actually rides as I didn't actually test ride. But the lowrider is a beast. I guess your previous was either an Evo or twin cam. A lot has changed. First Evo I rode was an early Fatboy. 100% the look. Absolute disappointment of the power. Still in the run in miles for my 117 but awestruck when I actually realised that twistgrip just keeps turning more than my wrist.
I also have a 2001 honda sp1 in the shed that I bought new and can honestly say, apart from the elbow scraping cornering, the 117 is as much fun. It's winter here now so neither of them will be out much for a while. Aggggh English lake District rain, and snow... That's summer here.
Time to play in 4 wheel toys for a while.
Ps planning a roadtrip in USA next year but told to avoid crossing Texas so may just get to sideline to Tyler. On the back burner until I get decent weather records.
Hoping to buy one this year want to change out from my 2015 (18 plate) xjr1300
Pretty spot on review . I picked up My St., Bob about a month ago. I hate those handlebars. Will be swapping out soon. Have you changed your handlebar set up yet?
Thanks. Not yet. I really want to go with the thrashin 6.5 pull back though
@@TheMotoJawn I have ordered my Thrashin 6.5 pullbacks with the low bend bar. Hopefully I should have them sometime next week.
@@chuckdiego719 let me know how they turn out. That's exactly the set up I want
@@TheMotoJawn will do👍🏻
Hi everyone! What is better to start with a Harley? 48 or street bob 107?
My ex bike R nine t
Go right to the street Bob if you have riding experience
@@TheMotoJawn thanks
Hey Lancaster I went to rehab there once upon a time
I was gonna say you should have hit up Shady Maple Smorgasbord, but that would have been a ruff ride back home. LOL
Lol 😂😂😂
Yeah, the LCD gauge isn't that good in daylight. I think an LED display would have been better. I don't like the handlebars. Great bike though. Hopefully its up to the beating. I gave my 94 lowrider.
I'm not Shure I want to get a street bob or the Kawasaki rs 900 🤔
Im torn between this bike and the heritage only 4000k more
Give ehm both a test ride and see what you like best
And has bags/windshield/cruise.
Great Vid and beautiful machine, shame the price isn't a basic price though. These cost $27,500 in Australia!
Too expensive!
Damn it only cost 17 here in California
Brand new 24k now in aus
@@biggfut6980 thanks, just bought a new 23 LRS on sale.
This bike overall is beautiful 👍
Thank you!
So cool. Thanks for sharing!
Speedometer is the only bad thing about this bike!, I hope the 2025 give those who want more tech to have the new TFT as an upgrade. at least I can buy an Amazon apple car paly with maps display for cheap, and make the bike look amazing at the helm
What about sports s
That's a fun bike
Really nice bike, but being 5'3", a relatively new rider, and living in NYC, I wouldn't be able ro ride it. 😢
I think you could with experience
The seat height is relatively low on these and the weight really isn't noticeable. Give yourself a year or two on what you are riding today, and go for it.
I’m 5’1. I put Thrashin mid bend bars w/ 6”riser - love it!
Which Sissybar is that?
It's the harley one from their site for street bob
Can you please do a review on the fatboy? I am buying one in the near future
I'll try to get on one soon
I wish it had cruise control and a little more padding
I’m 6’3 and I’m extremely comfortable on my 2020 street bob with forward controls I kinda look like a fat kid in a little coat when I’m riding it tho 😂
I’m I’m gonna
IMO Street Bob, the way it priced is a worst HD softail value wise. Except if you planning to ride two-up 90% of the time maybe. On average it comes up to about $17K'ish out the door. For this kind of money you can easily pick up 114 Low Rider S with under 2K miles on it. And get upside down fork, dual front brakes, better instruments, better wheels and standard ABS, if I am not mistaken. Or just hold off a bit, and buy 117 Low Rider S at the end of this season. Low Rider S, dollar to dollar is much better value.
I think the street bob was a great value until the price kept going up and up
That only comes in black though. Street bob comes with abs and keybob. Much better looking
And doesn’t the S come with cruise as well?
@@turtle19dad Yes it does. And Cruise is standard on S and ST.
Easy things to consider after buying a Harley Davison machine.
1- you got poorer now.
2- you will shop less for the next 4 years.
3- she will spend more time in the garage than on the road.
4- People stare on you, not because of the bike looking crap, they feel sorry for you.
5- you will sell it and buy a better bike finally. 🤣
My hometown dealership!
Nice! Great riding out there
They thin little bars are so dumb
Why do you always look depressed and sad in your thumbnails man lol ?
Again...mostly for clicks lol
Too much talking
475 s&s cam pump up the power 🧝💃⚡🌴🌈
You must've said "one thing to consider" at least 50 times. Otherwise good video
Dude, it's obvious you don't like the bike BUT I didn't buy it for 2up, storage, fancy sh*t like a bagger has or going on long trips. I bought it to have fun and romp around a 100 mile area, not riding to Sturgis or Daytona. H8ters just friggin move on and stfu, you don't want one then move along.
damn thats too quiet ,,,sounds like brit bike
I’m 6’3 and I’m extremely comfortable on my 2020 street bob with forward controls I kinda look like a fat kid in a little coat when I’m riding it tho 😂