I'm an old guy with a 2020 softail Slim and it's all the bike I need and want. The softail with a windshield, comfortable seat, sissy bar for luggage, cruise control and mount for cell phone, 107 cc M8, 5 gallon fuel tank, forward controls and you can travel anywhere in US you want to go. It cruises happily all day in 6th gear at 70mph at under 3000 rpm. For me on the highway, the windshield is a must for all day travel to keep the bugs out of my mouth and a driving rain off my face. This bike ticks all the boxes..
I’m planning to buy a new Street Bob next spring. I do a lot of freeway and your informative videos helped me make that decision. I have GSXS 1000f right now. Nice bike but not so planted at high speeds. Thanks for your concise and clear videos
It's a cruiser, and it will go all the way around the world. People are generally ignorant when it comes to motorcycles. Wind is wind. If you took the fairing off, and wore a full leather perforated suit with a very good helmet the wind would not wear you out. If you like to cruise around one handed with normal clothes on then it doesnt matter what you wear, its going to beat your ass up. Once you get past 70mph a good aero helmet, protection is a must in my opinion. Ive toured on Softails, Heritage, Dyna, Buells, R1's, DR650, SV650, Versys, and my favorite back road tourer is a Sportster 1200 R .
Hands down one of my favorite bikes, got mine in march with 14 miles, just rolled 2k. I had a 1000$ GC so I did the Harley 1/4 fairing and a few other fun upgrades. I wasn't a huge fan of the windshield blowing it right back in my face and someone introduced me to Denton performance and now I'm rocking a 12" and couldn't be any happier. in Texas a fairing is definitely needed! This bike is Rowdy and a absolute riot, Had a old timer tell me this is the most HD bike that they have come out with since the 80's🤣I rode from Lubbock to Dallas comfortably (5.5 hours)
Within the first mile of purchasing my new streetbob I was on the freeway. Makes me feel young to try to fight into the wind. Eyeballing the quarter fairing before the new season starts I’m not young to fight the wind.
This bike will do just fine on road trips. I have a bike just like yours and the same year. It has a stage 2. Here is the big thing! I just bought cruise control for the bike. That's definitely needed on longer trips unless your hands are young. I have a 23 Road Glide but I love my Street Bob also!
@@TheMotoJawn it's awesome, the power of the 114 is simplicity amazing. My little red Street Bob has a Bassani 2-1 exhaust, a cheap $400 air cleaner because those prices are absolutely ridiculous, I ran a Thundermax tuner because there is nothing better and I'll argue that with anyone but they $1000. My little red machine runs better because of wiegh to horsepower ratio, it's simply amazing. I spent alot money on my 23 Road Glide that was a 107. I put a 128 S&S big bore kit on it. It runs excellent, but my Street Bob kicks all sorts of ass!!
For my personal tastes the street bob with a windshield is the perfect mixture of just enough wind to know you’re still riding a motorcycle but not so much on the head and chest you’re uncomfortable doing serious miles, mine is just the shield “del Rey” from Memphis shades but does more than enough for me to put in 400+ miles in a day on the hwy.
i have a softail standard and i take it on the highway all the time the only issue for me is the vibration in the bars at highway speeds kills my hands
Street Bob stock comes with no wind protection. That would be brutal at 70 - 80 MPH. I now have a 23 Lowrider and that comes with a joke of a fairing. I replaced that with a couple of Memphis Shades windshields but have yet to get their Road Warrior fairing since I live in Philly and keep off I95, SchuylKILL expressway, or AC expressway but they would be great if I ever feel suicidal. I heard I95 is the most dangerous road in the US and that is multiplied around Philly. I80 looked OK as far as traffic though. Unfortunately my job and lifestyle doesn't allow for long road trips but if I retire I would definitely consider those less congested highways. BTW cruise control is a must for long stretches. My LRS comes with cruise control but when I had a Street Bob I had the dealer add that and it is a game changer for the right wrist. All Harleys have vibration in the right controls but cruise control and good replacement grips can help alleviate that.
I ride a 2020 Softail Standard with the “small” 107 ci engine. It is definitely faster than either any of the Sportsters (except maybe my 1964 XLCH) and my Dyna. The idea that a 114 ci, light weight motorcycle isn’t powerful enough for highway riding is ridiculous. Even fuel range with the smaller tank is manageable. If you need a radio and weather protection, drive a car.
What to check how bigger suspension can be installed on a street bob. Want to increase the rear shock height by about 2-3 inches for more suspension travel and ride height.
@TheMotoJawn you've been riding this beauty for awhile now. I just got mine. Do you happen to know if it has TPMS stock? (The tire pressure sensor) Or any other little features?
I have a 2005 vrod that I take long trips on once in a while. People kept telling me, and still tell me that the vrod is no good for long distance riding. I seriously disagree. The nice fat tires, and the adjustable suspension make it perfect for the open road. Unless you have a bad back, she rides like a dream.That said, if my bike is great for the open road, yours is probably better.
I just got back from a 1500mile trip in my Fat Bob. Other than my seat not being all that comfortable for me and my gf, it did really well. I still hate highway riding. Its so boring. Luckily, fully loaded 2up and luggage 130miles is all shes got on fuel range running 85mph. A couple hours of that kinda riding, and I wanna stretch.
I’m sure super slab is no problem for most bikes now. People forget that back a hundred years ago there were folks trekking across the country on far less. Any bike can be set up to be comfy for the big road it’s just a matter of finding what works for us. Got my 20 yr old sporty set up to ride comfortably for 400 mile days which is enough for my old azz in one day. Lol.
If you can't take a street bob 114 on the highway, there is no way my 2019 iron 1200 should have 24k on it with probably 22k of it being all highway miles.
My 1977BMW 100/7 would cruise at 100 mph at 5,000 rpm smooth as silk. Its all day cruising speed is 120 at 6,250 rpm. Redline is 7,500 . At redline it's as smooth as silk as it is at idle. My Sportster 883 can cruise at 70 mph but I prefer the back roads and only use the interstate highway when I have to. My URAL side car outfit goes 55 mph in the slow lane.
Of course you can take the Street Bob on a Highway. And it can handle it effortlessly. Its like saying can the LRS, Fatboy or Softail Heritage handle the highway? They are all on the same Softail frame and you can add saddle bags, cruise control and fairings. All those that say it is just a bar hopper are just chatting BS. Because they just think getting a bigger more expensive bike can only handle highways.
@@TheMotoJawn I can appreciate that. The one thing I think is very important because I know engines. These 114's aren't water cooled. You can run them as hard as you want to. Doesn't make a difference to anyone. But when you are running an air cooled engine, I have no idea in the world why you would want to run such high engine temperatures just because you can make more power. Water cooled engines can run higher rpms like you want. Give the 114 a break . Torture engines when water is involved.
@@Weirdalbertanin the beginning of the video he expressed his interaction with other people stating “you can’t ride that on the highway”. Hence he’s making the video to explain his experience. Good video. Keep them coming
Shoot man. That bike can go anywhere! I’ve had a StreetBob on the freeway and I’ve never had an issue. Great bike. Well done sir!
Got that right! Wouldn't mind an st fairing though lol
Road warrior fairing and handguards. No issues on my fxbb 80+
The Street Bob will take you anywhere you want to go. In the summer I run without the windshield, even on the Interstate, I welcome that wind!
Heck yeah man!
Me too💯 🏍️🔥🇺🇸👍🏽
I'm an old guy with a 2020 softail Slim and it's all the bike I need and want. The softail with a windshield, comfortable seat, sissy bar for luggage, cruise control and mount for cell phone, 107 cc M8, 5 gallon fuel tank, forward controls and you can travel anywhere in US you want to go. It cruises happily all day in 6th gear at 70mph at under 3000 rpm. For me on the highway, the windshield is a must for all day travel to keep the bugs out of my mouth and a driving rain off my face. This bike ticks all the boxes..
Solid ride 👌
I’ve put about 4k highway miles on my StreetBob and it’s a beast. Stage 1 with a comfortable seat and a fairing. Best bike I’ve ever owned
I love it on the highway. Quick and agile to pass
Low rider S owner here and our softails can definitely do highways but will need some sort of wind protection if riding over 2 hours on the highway.
I'd like to take an lrs on a longer trip
I’m planning to buy a new Street Bob next spring. I do a lot of freeway and your informative videos helped me make that decision. I have GSXS 1000f right now. Nice bike but not so planted at high speeds. Thanks for your concise and clear videos
Right on I think you'll enjoy it 🤟
It's a cruiser, and it will go all the way around the world. People are generally ignorant when it comes to motorcycles. Wind is wind. If you took the fairing off, and wore a full leather perforated suit with a very good helmet the wind would not wear you out. If you like to cruise around one handed with normal clothes on then it doesnt matter what you wear, its going to beat your ass up. Once you get past 70mph a good aero helmet, protection is a must in my opinion.
Ive toured on Softails, Heritage, Dyna, Buells, R1's, DR650, SV650, Versys, and my favorite back road tourer is a Sportster 1200 R .
Hands down one of my favorite bikes, got mine in march with 14 miles, just rolled 2k. I had a 1000$ GC so I did the Harley 1/4 fairing and a few other fun upgrades. I wasn't a huge fan of the windshield blowing it right back in my face and someone introduced me to Denton performance and now I'm rocking a 12" and couldn't be any happier. in Texas a fairing is definitely needed! This bike is Rowdy and a absolute riot, Had a old timer tell me this is the most HD bike that they have come out with since the 80's🤣I rode from Lubbock to Dallas comfortably (5.5 hours)
I like these highway rides with my Dyna 103
Within the first mile of purchasing my new streetbob I was on the freeway. Makes me feel young to try to fight into the wind. Eyeballing the quarter fairing before the new season starts I’m not young to fight the wind.
This bike will do just fine on road trips. I have a bike just like yours and the same year. It has a stage 2. Here is the big thing! I just bought cruise control for the bike. That's definitely needed on longer trips unless your hands are young. I have a 23 Road Glide but I love my Street Bob also!
Yeah cruise would be nice. How's the stage 2 on the highway?
@@TheMotoJawn it's awesome, the power of the 114 is simplicity amazing. My little red Street Bob has a Bassani 2-1 exhaust, a cheap $400 air cleaner because those prices are absolutely ridiculous, I ran a Thundermax tuner because there is nothing better and I'll argue that with anyone but they $1000.
My little red machine runs better because of wiegh to horsepower ratio, it's simply amazing. I spent alot money on my 23 Road Glide that was a 107. I put a 128 S&S big bore kit on it. It runs excellent, but my Street Bob kicks all sorts of ass!!
For my personal tastes the street bob with a windshield is the perfect mixture of just enough wind to know you’re still riding a motorcycle but not so much on the head and chest you’re uncomfortable doing serious miles, mine is just the shield “del Rey” from Memphis shades but does more than enough for me to put in 400+ miles in a day on the hwy.
I've been thinking about maybe on of those smaller ones
i have a softail standard and i take it on the highway all the time the only issue for me is the vibration in the bars at highway speeds kills my hands
I feel that vibration too. It's so annoying
Street Bob stock comes with no wind protection. That would be brutal at 70 - 80 MPH. I now have a 23 Lowrider and that comes with a joke of a fairing. I replaced that with a couple of Memphis Shades windshields but have yet to get their Road Warrior fairing since I live in Philly and keep off I95, SchuylKILL expressway, or AC expressway but they would be great if I ever feel suicidal. I heard I95 is the most dangerous road in the US and that is multiplied around Philly. I80 looked OK as far as traffic though. Unfortunately my job and lifestyle doesn't allow for long road trips but if I retire I would definitely consider those less congested highways.
BTW cruise control is a must for long stretches. My LRS comes with cruise control but when I had a Street Bob I had the dealer add that and it is a game changer for the right wrist. All Harleys have vibration in the right controls but cruise control and good replacement grips can help alleviate that.
Yeah I95 is insane
I ride a 2020 Softail Standard with the “small” 107 ci engine. It is definitely faster than either any of the Sportsters (except maybe my 1964 XLCH) and my Dyna. The idea that a 114 ci, light weight motorcycle isn’t powerful enough for highway riding is ridiculous. Even fuel range with the smaller tank is manageable. If you need a radio and weather protection, drive a car.
Yeah lot of people are afraid to do stuff without a bagger lol
What to check how bigger suspension can be installed on a street bob. Want to increase the rear shock height by about 2-3 inches for more suspension travel and ride height.
@TheMotoJawn you've been riding this beauty for awhile now. I just got mine. Do you happen to know if it has TPMS stock? (The tire pressure sensor) Or any other little features?
Apologies if this is covered in another video, but what's that tail bag?
Company called T-bags. Not sure if they're still around its really old
I rode 970 miles in 2 days no issues, lil windy tho
Right on 🤙
how's the wind impact?
I have a 2005 vrod that I take long trips on once in a while. People kept telling me, and still tell me that the vrod is no good for long distance riding. I seriously disagree. The nice fat tires, and the adjustable suspension make it perfect for the open road. Unless you have a bad back, she rides like a dream.That said, if my bike is great for the open road, yours is probably better.
I just got back from a 1500mile trip in my Fat Bob. Other than my seat not being all that comfortable for me and my gf, it did really well. I still hate highway riding. Its so boring. Luckily, fully loaded 2up and luggage 130miles is all shes got on fuel range running 85mph. A couple hours of that kinda riding, and I wanna stretch.
I’m sure super slab is no problem for most bikes now. People forget that back a hundred years ago there were folks trekking across the country on far less.
Any bike can be set up to be comfy for the big road it’s just a matter of finding what works for us. Got my 20 yr old sporty set up to ride comfortably for 400 mile days which is enough for my old azz in one day. Lol.
Thanks
If you can't take a street bob 114 on the highway, there is no way my 2019 iron 1200 should have 24k on it with probably 22k of it being all highway miles.
My 1977BMW 100/7 would cruise at 100 mph at 5,000 rpm smooth as silk. Its all day cruising speed is 120 at 6,250 rpm. Redline is 7,500 . At redline it's as smooth as silk as it is at idle. My Sportster 883 can cruise at 70 mph but I prefer the back roads and only use the interstate highway when I have to. My URAL side car outfit goes 55 mph in the slow lane.
So why do you want to keep it above 3000rpm? The torque curve on that engine makes its most torque around 2300rpm.
Seems to bog down at 2300 in 5th and 6th gear
Why do people say that? It’s got over 1800ccs I took my car 600 on the highway and it was fine
People just think you need a bagger for the highway
It has a 114, why would this be a question?
that's 1868cc's, who's doubting it can do highway rides? People do that on 883's, I've done highway rides Houston to Dallas on a Virago 535.
People think you need a bagger for everything 🤷
@@TheMotoJawn I mean... I'd take one if someone's handing them out 😂 I'm scooting around on a Royal Enfiled Classic 350
Of course you can take the Street Bob on a Highway. And it can handle it effortlessly. Its like saying can the LRS, Fatboy or Softail Heritage handle the highway? They are all on the same Softail frame and you can add saddle bags, cruise control and fairings. All those that say it is just a bar hopper are just chatting BS. Because they just think getting a bigger more expensive bike can only handle highways.
Bagger fans are the only riders that will say any other bike is useless on the highway. I say...if that is what you think...you really cant ride.
If you're asking about the wind motorcycles are probably not for you
You want to use 6th gear at highway speeds....don't torture your 114. Just my opinion.
I usually hit 6th around 75mph or more. I was going back and forth here to show the rpm variances at different gears speeds etc
@@TheMotoJawn I can appreciate that. The one thing I think is very important because I know engines.
These 114's aren't water cooled. You can run them as hard as you want to. Doesn't make a difference to anyone. But when you are running an air cooled engine, I have no idea in the world why you would want to run such high engine temperatures just because you can make more power. Water cooled engines can run higher rpms like you want.
Give the 114 a break . Torture engines when water is involved.
Should be using 6th gear over 70mph.
He’s not that smart. I bet he’s the type that gets his bike serviced at Harley Too 😂
A 114 better do well on the highway
It’s a full size softail, of course it can do hiway trips. You city people make me laugh
Yeah just like I said and do lol
@@TheMotoJawn then why make a redundant video?!
@@Weirdalbertanin the beginning of the video he expressed his interaction with other people stating “you can’t ride that on the highway”. Hence he’s making the video to explain his experience. Good video. Keep them coming
Are you simple or something??
does the street bob have cruise control?
Not stock