2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Test Ride!
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- Test riding the new 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob with Yarik of Orlando Harley!
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That bike looks absolutely amazing. I don't see why everyone is hating, must just be older Harley fanboys. It hauls ass and looks like a classic bike at the same time, double win in my book.
I love mine
What the shit!! Ive owned this bike for about 3 months now and put over 3000 miles on it... watching this video i just found out there's a USB port 😂
Austin Richards how many miles do you get per fill up with the smaller tank?
sammy60164 I usually get around 125 when I ride around
Haha, awesome
I think this Street Bob is like a Sportster with big engine and comfortable suspension ahaha, can't wait to try one
I've watched this video probably 5 times. Had my murdered out street bob delivered 2 days ago. 100% in love with it. You're right about that seat tho lol. Otherwise, one hell of a bike. Massive power, comfortable, looks great, handles like it's on rails!!! Of course, I had to roll the mini-apes forward as soon as I got it
Traded my 2009 streetbob in for the 2018 this past September i love the new streetbob.
Bought one of these yesterday after having about 7 street bikes and a dirtbike. Came with some 12in apes (pretty sure it's 12) and Stage 1. Now I'll finish up the look and upgrade to 200 rear tire and shorty bobbed out rear fender. Can't wait! Got it up to 70mph on city streets during my test ride and jizzed a little. Different kind of fun than the street bikes I'm use to.
Always love your reviews. Honest and straight forward no BS. As far as the Softail Street Bob the only think I am not a fan of is the Apple Watch sized display. I don't have the greatest eyes lol.
I still prefer the "old" look with the speedo on the tank like the 2016 the other guy was riding. Mine is a 2015. The new ones remind me of a sportster.
Since the 1200 Sportster was one of the most entertaining rides I had on a Harley (even compared to my Low Rider S), I don't think it's a bad thing when the new Street Bob reminds you of a Sportster..
I love mine. It is a blast. The usb actually is a fast charging usb. Yes it is cramped, but you don't feel the heat of the engine unless you are stopped for a moment. It is bad ass as hell though. Zero to 60 in seconds. Seat is slippery but also the torque pulls you off the seat as much as anything.
Brought home a 18 streetbob this weekend. As of right now I'm chomping at the bit for the after market to get exaust made for the the new softtails, and I'm still debating with myself over what to do with the handle bars, but I love the bike so far.
Softail or Dyna, Street Bob is beautiful and rebellious lol
2018 Street bob is now my dream bike haha Love the clean tank as ive never been a fan of the speedo on the tank
Dylan I agree. Like the clean tank. That's why I bought one. I can go 150-160miles between fill ups.
Yeah.. you guys must love Aprila mopped and scooters... how to prefer a 10$ casio display instead of the great traditional tank display...... I can't believe that...
Lol will keep my Lowrider s till Harley-Davidson gets their shit together again.
Thanks for the review. I was looking at the Fatbob. This has made up my mind. I'm going to be getting an Indian Scout.
LOL.
The scouts a 1200, is the scout motor alot more powerful than the push rod type v twin?
The harleys a 1600?
Street Bob has 74HP and 110 ft lbs of torque, The Scout has 100HP and 72 ft lbs of torque.
That cop in the back like..ima follow him out its ticket time!
I never understand why so few people take the time to click like. So many views (53,000) yet less than 700 likes. Another great video though dude! Would love to see you test ride the Indian Scout Bobber. I know you rode the scout but the bobber is way cooler looking, and the bike I'm planning on getting.
Maybe because it's a completely useless feature.
I really like the new Street Bob, could very well think about it sitting next to my KTM.. I'd only change 4 things: gloss handlebar (instead of wrinkled one), different seat, different pipes and some fork-covers. Then it's close to perfect.
I just bought this bike I love it even thou its my first harley mad pull.
I just rode one of these yesterday at a demo days! It was a blast to ride! I'd love to have one as a second bike!
Another great video BLOCKHEAD!! Can't wait to do a test ride myself, I'll be looking forward to your thoughts on the '18 Slim!! Keep up the perfection my dude!!!
Pretty awesome review Blockhead! It looks like the clear winner of the new bunch is the FatBob 114. Hopefully we get something as cool as the FXDLS by this time next year though.
What up Blockhead hey just wanted to say just in case you didn't know if you stage 4 kit a 107 it becomes a 114 the main diff-rents is the stroke its the same size bore so its a true 114 then or so ive been told by HD anyway that is all
Checking this video out, because I'm thinking of picking up one used for my first bike. Instant subscriber.
Love that straight black exhaust ...
I love the look of the street bob
New Classic from HD
Easyrider883 lol
Great review as usual, sir! Been waiting for this bike to be reviewed by you (and the slim... and the DeLuxe... and...).
Now the street Bob sounds like a good size bike for someone like me small
I don't know why I don't like it as much as the Dyna version, but I just don't. It doesn't look right as a softail. Maybe it's the small tank.
Joseph W. It looks more like a bigger version of the street 750. I love my 09 Street Bob and this does not live up to the name
I keep looking at the Low Rider, love it so far.
Great vid. The first thing i noticed was the tank..I love the tank on my 09. But hey.. I'd buy another Bob any day...just my style of bike.
its funny that harley purposely made the tank smaller for the specific reason of being able to see the rocker boxes better because they worked hard on making them aesthetically pleasing. im not even kidding, harley said that in the official press release. but hey at least you have a beautiful engine to admire when your on the side of the road out of gas
No radiators = no liquid cooling. Touring models with lower fairings that house the radiators get that tho. Really good oil cooling tho. Great review man. Thanks and ride safe!
Ryan's V-Twin Vlogs it is “technically” liquid cooled. Just not water cooled. The street line has water cooling also. But those are just glorified mopeds.
That LCD speedometer is a real shortcoming of the bike. HD would be better to at the very least have taken the speedometer from the Iron 883 and put that in the LCD's place. Still better would be to have the Soft Tail Slim's speedometer as standard on this model since the engine is the same. Maybe even better, a choice of speedometers for the buyer.
Can't stand that little "TV" on the riser. I can see two nice round speedo and tach gauges there. Anyway, a home run Harley ! You needed it.
the street bob is so awesome. wanna have one too
Hey blockhead! Can you test ride the 2018 Iron 883? It would be a good travel back to the origins xD Cheers dude
They didn't change a thing apart from the paint would be a waste of time.
Blockhead had a 2013 Iron 883, the sportsters suffered a big change in the 2016 models so for Blockhed to actually test ride the 2018 Iron 883 (or the 2016/2017) model would be a very interesting idea and not a waste of time, the same I cannot say about your comment @Only 883
Frederico Chilao whats the big change? Same frame and motor since 04 and went efi in 07....
I feel the same about the seat, I'm wanting to get mine re wrapped in alcantara or sued.
I test rode the new 18 Street bob and low rider. Only bad thing with sb was slipping out of seat. Either way great bike, just wasn’t ready for that power coming from 500cc bike.
What is that bike with the gold wheels in the background? 2016 Low Rider S? Whatever it is, I like it a lot more.
Mork the Tuba Biker it's a 2015 Street Bob. I believe it belongs to the guy from the dealership that rode with him.
Showa did a great job on the new suspensions for 2018, and Porsche did an excellent job on the new Milwaukee 8 motors. Depending on the model, you get Brembo brakes or Chinese Brakes. The wiring harnesses are produced in Japan, Mexico and China so they promise to be pretty bullet proof unlike Ducati. The wheels are from Australia and look great. Other parts from Germany, India, Brazil and Southeast Asia seem to be getting better though production issues did cause delays. Also, keep in mind, Bobbers by their nature have minimal seats and aren't meant for long rides. Some custom Bobbers have sheet metal seats.
I noticed a motorcycle officer in the background at the Dealership. I thought all Police Departments had stopped using Harley Davidsons due to their testing and resultant findings of the "Death Wobble". There are videos showing the actual Police testing and the bikes wobbling all over the place. Harley has faced several lawsuits. Perhaps the new design of the Softail frame, and the absorption of the Dyna line with the new frames addresses that issue.
@Trenton Reid: Porsche designed the motor in conjunction with HD. The entire motor isn't made in Menomonee Falls. The pistons at the very least come from Austria. The majority of cast wheels come from Australia. The Street models are made in the Bawal, India "knockdown" plant and shipped here to be assembled for the US market. Some of the motor parts are produced here.
Below is Paraphrased from some of my research:
"Technically speaking, Harley-Davidson motorcycles sold in the United States are not actually made here, but assembled here. Harley contracts manufacturing of parts to plants located all over the world, including Germany, Italy, Taiwan, Japan, and Mexico. Those parts are then shipped to Harley factories here. And these are not just accessories, but components for engines, chassis, and wheels. Exactly what percentage of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle is American made, is not exactly known, as each model and model year is different.
Back in 1929, Harley-Davidson contracted with a manufacturing plant in Hiroshina, Japan. Rikuo Internal Combustion Company produced actual Harley-Davidson models that carried the Harley-Davidson label, for use by Japanese military and police. Rikuo continued under contract until 1958.
Harley-Davidson motorcycles are also made in Manaus, Brazil. The factory there opened in 1998 and continues to produce Harley models for the Brazilian market.
In 2011, the company announced plans to open a factory in India to produce the new Street 500 & 750 models.
Harley-Davidson has expressed interest in moving it's US-based factories overseas due to expensive employee costs. The recession of 2008 caused the company's value to drop by 43% in 2009. Harley's American rival, Polaris Industries, manufactures Indian and Victory motorcycles using an outside staffing service.
Harley-Davidson is also seeing a shift in the overall motorcycle demographic. Riders are becoming younger. The baby-boomer market that Harley had relied on is going away. Younger riders tend to favor smaller motorcycles and place less importance on American-made products.
So, where are Harley-Davidson motorcycles made? All over the world, actually. But those sold in America, are assembled here in the United States, using a lot of foreign made parts.
At least for now, anyway."
Harley's newest plant in Thailand is expected to begin production in 2018.
My research may be a little dated. Perhaps HD is manufacturing more than anticipated in the NorthEast, but the fact remains that the majority of the parts to complete a unit is manufactured elsewhere. HD cannot claim "Made in the USA" because of it.
Both of my past Harleys weren't reliable, leaked profusely, and ruined my experience of being an owner. I'm happy to see HD take strides into the 20th century and even the 21st century. Their bikes are more reliable, but the cost/value isn't there. They need to improve the design and implementation of their products, and realistically, it can't be done solely in the US. If HD were to continue to completely manufacture and assemble here, a Sportster would cost $50K.
I was pleasantly surprised with the new Milwaukee 8 107, and the new Showa suspension on a Road King test drive. However, the salesman sharpening his pencil down to $23K was ridiculous. I could almost buy a house in the mid-West or (2) 3 year old F-150's for that amount of money.
One of my friends has been a loyal HD rider for over 30 years. Recently, he decided to move his bike up to his weekend house. Servicing before the move cost nearly $2,200.00. He decided at the same time to service his wife's Dyna since she doesn't ride it anymore, and he'll ride it around town. That service bill was nearly $1,200.00. He said no more. He's done with Harley, going to sell his and buy an Indian.
Would there be a problem if the fork boots were removed? Awesome video as always dude !!!
it is amazing.... I m sure this bike is the best bike of world''''
I love the look of this bike
I wish they would have kept the Wide glide and the superglide, I wonder what those would have looked like on the new chasis
some people are starting to call them DYNA-TAILS lol now over here but i think the new range is awesome
Oliver Bermejo Hidalgo
15 hours ago
Hello there. Would you do a review of the 2018 softail slim? I am thinking of buying one, the black denim, I am 6.2 tall, but I like to know what you think first as I haven’t been on a bike for the last 21 years (based on fear of accident as I had two in the past) thank you very much in advance. I really like your videos and reviews.
Mmmm that sound of engine, and such style! WOW i am totally smashed by it, awesome bike!
I had the option to get a basically brand new 2017 street bob 200mi or a brandy new 2018. The price was about the same for both but after test driving them both I decided to go with the Dyna, it won on looks and definitely feel. Something about the new street bob just didn't feel right to me.
You should review the 2018 lowrider
Man you got me really wanting the Street Bob.
I love the looks of these
Can't wait for you to ride the road glide
Good review. For me the problem with the shorter frame bikes has been the seat , I always find myself naturally, as I ride, finding I am sitting farther back and my tail bone is taking all the pressure. A little taller and set back seat would be good, maybe a Police style solo. And as for the tank volume, would not a 2016 Street Bob larger tank still fit? And personally, I like the new headlight brightness and look.
I've subscribed, don't know why I hadn't til now.
I like how your surprised a 107 can chirp like that engine is nothing... It's freaking huge! My dad bought his Harley in 07 and the biggest was like 96....
Gorgeous bike!
great info blockhead! keep up the great work!
I love how you blur out the speedometer but prior to that you run a stop sign. I owned a 2011 Street Bob and never liked how it rode. I may have to get it another go now.
Just bought a 2019 FXBB. Can’t wait to hit those Texas roads! FLMM 2019 watch out, here I come. Bike purchase heavily influenced by @Blockhead
Laconia motorcycle week is coming this weekend here in NH, I currently have a 2017 R6, debating on switching it up and getting this or a Indian Scout bobber. Hopefully ill get out of drill in time to test ride this weekend. if not im also leaving for a few weeks on monday lol so ill miss all of bike week.
Id take that 2016 Dyna any day over a new 2018 every day of the week....and i dont know why they still call some of their bikes soft tails ,,when they are not,, they are all the same mono shock,,, they killed a huge section of their customer base by killing Dyna line..
yes they are. technically ANY bike with a rear suspension is a soft tail
eddiebrooks513 yes any bike with a suspension is technically a soft tail ,, you missed my point,, my point was seeing as there is only 1 type of suspension in harleys line up ,, why differentiate and say “ this is a softail model” whatever... that distinction is no longer need to be made was my whole point...
No they didn't.
Hi BH, thanks for all your reviews on youtube! Any chance of test riding and reviewing the 2018 slim?
So my feelings on going to the dealer for a test ride are the same as yours, it’s the only way to cop a good feel. I will be test riding this week. I am curious on your opinion on how the new soft tail suspension compares to your low rider dyna though. You didn’t really say much on how it handles...I know it’s a completely different bike but, if you had to do a direct comparison between the two in regards to if the suspension feels better, similar or worse...How it leans into and out of turns, etc. What are your thoughts? I think the bike looks killer though, that All Black. Yessir. Would most likely drop the bars to a set a bit less “ape” And move to a forward foot control setup. Let me know about that handling thing though!
Test ride the 2018 triumphs when they come out
Low rider next? Interested to see how you feel going from a Dyna version to the Softail version.
Definitely the bike I'm getting after I grow out my Iron.
It looks like the Iron on steroids! Thanks for the video!
Ok iam 5 11 and sure would like to ride one for the first time but i dont have a motorcycle liecene to ride all i have is a driver license and taking a riding test is to high to learn how to ride
A good bike for a small person, but which Harley is good for a longer person like me?
I actually find the new upright kickstand problematic... Even on mild slopes, it feels like it's gonna drop... My iron fell twice on me while unattended... A mere breeze is all it takes.
Curios to know what people are paying OTD for this bike... great video!
Nice review!
Could you also do a 2018 Lowrider test ride please?
I haven't even had my FZ09 a year and I want this bike....Damn you!
Did you end up getting one man ?
@@dynaryda8857 No, I ended up trading in my FZ for a Nightster that I ended up ripping apart and customizing lol.
Can you test ride a 2018 Iron 883??
there are no big changes to that bike this year
So what, review it!
So is that it for the foot control position or can they still be moved forward?
Hi, I'm 200 lbs, 5 ft 11, 30 in inseam, is this bike to small for me ???
Donaldson Cole no
After test rode the 2018 fat bob i have to say that the new frame and m8 are awesome, now i want to test the low rider and most of all the street bob, but the speedo and the little gas tank...not my cup of tea
Why why why whould you put a digital spedometer on that. Prefer the dyna over the softail just because of that design choice.
ALL of the bikes in the 2018 range with the smaller tank just don’t look right, don’t understand how that made it off the style drawing board.... bad move by Harley for what otherwise are awesome bikes
From a range of 360 kilometers to about 270.
I'll never get that decision.
HeyMan. Help.
Would a street bob be a good first bike? I want to put a deposit on a cruiser. And the 2018 Street Bob is doing it for me.
Floyd Mphaka if you know how to ride already, yes. If not, then no. Try a Honda Rebel if you wanna start with a good starter bike, then sell that sucker & buy your Harley when you’re better prepared, just an opinion :)
Love that bike
Test ride the road glide
Lol standard salesman, 14 to 18k depending on color, check out thr usb port...lol well played
Anyone looking into the street bob, I would recommend the dyna version of it. I test rode the 2018 and was not impressed. The ride was good but felt so cramped (I’m 5’11”). I didn’t feel much difference between the 107 and the dyna 103. It’s all preference so ride your ride. Just my two cents. Test ride both if you have the option.
It's not the 4 cubic inches. It's the new frame, the new suspension, the cooler engine, the ABS, etc. You can put forward controls on the 2018 as well.
tom rebel I understand that. I bought a 2018 Fat Bob 114 so I know why there is a lure to the Softails. I was just giving my small opinion. Some people when they buy a $17000 bike don’t wanna spend another $500 on forward controls. And ABS is an option from what I can tell on a Street Bob. Still not standard but I could be wrong on that.
tom rebel as I said, test ride both if you can. Don’t take my word for it. It’s just my observation.
Congrats on the bike! ABS is mandatory here in the EU.
tom rebel Thank You! That’s where the misunderstanding lies. It is an option in US. Only comes standard on the bikes with 114ci and the street lineup I believe.
Would this be a decent first bike? I'm looking to get a cruiser or similar to that as my first bike.
Hell yea!!!
how would you compare this to the low rider s ? I'm liking both bikes and trying to get my first bike.
hey dude, would be amazing if you could do a test-ride on a street-glide or e-glide?
would be really interesting to know, what you think of it :D
Besides that i´ve never seen you ride something like that in your videos, so some new variety for your channel :D
Honest quality review, not a fan of the bike, but nice video
2018 Street Bob.... the new FXR!
Softail slim test ride!!
8 valves, 4 plugs, and the 114 Milwaukee 8 puts out 1 lbs ft less of torque than the twin cam 110...
I have a 48,2020 I interesting to upgrade for a bigger motorcycle,I thought for the fat bob my none of my dealer close home has one,so I'm thinking to get street bob can u told me if its a good choice, I need a motorcycle that can handle two person easy and more power or should I keep mine 48
how about the 2018 low rider? do a comparison with your S model ))
What exhaust did the 2016 bob have on it? Sounded nice! Not too loud, but a good sound!
blur out the speed so you dont get in trouble 😂
anyone else notice the cop smokin a cig in the background? lmao
After reading Harley's "10% faster 0-60" claims I'm very curious how this bike compares to the low rider s in terms of power and handling. Anyone know? Obviously the dyna has higher specs but is the difference actually noticeable?
'massive amount of power for an extremely light bike '
The chirp isn’t from power, it’s from the massive rotating mass in the engine. Change gear too quick, and the flywheel effect of the motor is too much to slow down, so shoots you forward.
Do you know if they are any aftermarket LCD screen/gauge conversion kits out for the 2018 street bobs?
I know its a solo seat, but are there passenger pegs on the bike? I highly doubt it, but I still want a answer until i actually check it out in the dealership