2022 Harley Davidson Low Rider S (FXLRS) FULL REVIEW!
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
- In the video I review the 2022 Harley Davidson Low Rider S FXLRS. This bike is a personal favorite of mine based on both the styling and performance.
If you're interested in this bike it is available at the time of this video going up.
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The opinions in this video are my own and not in any way representative of Harley Davidson or Timms Harley Davidson. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I bought this for my first bike it's awesome to have it up there since I'm a newbie
Good improvements with getting the gauges above the bars and improved rear suspension travel & available lean angle. Same with inverted forks upgrade & moving to the 117 for the LRS.
Your videos are great! I have never owned a HD however have plenty of experience on sport bikes. I am older now and looking to get my first Harley. Your videos have help tremendously. Thank you!
Appreciate the beginner bike info. Ridden dirt bikes for years and glad to hear if I’m comfortable it’s a valid option
Great video with lots of great info. Thanks for taking the time to share, ride safe. Cheers
I bought my first bike in 20 years last year. It’s a ‘21 Triumph Street Twin. I’m already feeling very comfortable on it and read for my dream bike. Love the low rider S. Now I have to convince the MRS. but I’m like you, wish it came already set up for 2up riding. Great Vid sir!
Awesome review. I respect your individual opinion. Great job brotha. Respect all the way from San Diego, CA
Road a 2020 lowrider s last Thanksgiving as my first ever longer mile did 200 miles no issue absolutely enjoyed it and was exactly what he said about the power
Thank you so much !! love your videos.
Awesome video I would love to see a review of the Lowrider ST
I'm tempted to pick one of these up as a second bike to my '17 UL. I'm turning 57 this year and want something to rip around on. This looks like it would fit the bill and you can't beat the price!
Absolutely Stunning bike, No doubt at all this is one of my favorite motorcycles, truly love this Amazing Machine, Thanks for sharing!!!
Sick bike and a true performer! After the sportster s, the LRS has the best torque to weight ratio of all the lineup (and lower down the rpm range than the sportster s, of course). Even if you consider HP rather than torque, the LRS is the best M8 performer (only the new revolution engine-based models have a higher HP/weight ratio). Awesome review, as usual :) Cant wait to see a full review of the lrs st to see whether the fairing and bags are worth the money difference (love the fairing, but it bugs me it's not detachable, only want the fairing for those truly long-distance trips. Anyways, keep up the good work!
Great video as always!
HD nailed it with this bike. Definitely moving in the right direction. Thank you
They really did. I love the ST version as well and was proud of how affordable they made that one. Appreciate the support!
The improvements are great, i won't lie i currently ride a 2016 street glide special and this could be a bike to consider going to. I'm definitely thinking on it.
Thank you for the real review. I am wondering what you think about the Low Rider ST vs Low Rider S
That's a great bike, I've had my eye on the LRS 114. Now a 117 looks sweet. I'm not worried about the weight. I like everything about this bike, yes this will be my first bike. I do have my eye on the new Street Bob 114. I can flat foot any Harley. I'm going to have to get use to the 3.5 tank. Great video 👍
Thanks for your honest take on the bike. I've realized after having forward controls on a few of my bikes that mids are really more comfortable for me. The riding position doesn't look as cool but having my feet under me takes some of the pressure off my butt and back. I also had issues with my right knee coming in contact with the stock air filter cover on my Street Bob. As for the gauge position, I prefer the position on the 2022 since it's easier to see and gives the tank a more streamlined look. Btw, I'm 5'6" and can easily flat foot the bike. The bars are a slight reach. The fairing is good enough at 70-80 mph to keep some of the pressure off your chest for 1-2 hours without fatigue. I also agree that IF (make that a big IF) you're respectful of the power and weight it can be a first bike. If you're not respectful of the power and weight the bike will give you plenty of rope to hang yourself.
Just bought this bike and is my first Harley. Haven’t road in years, use to ride dirt bikes. The handling and nimbleness is so great on this bike that I would say that it is a great options for beginners just because of how easy it is to control. Also the power is pretty forgiving
Just found this channel...great review my brother.. I'm planning on getting an HD in the next 9 months..it'll be my 4th bike ..I was looking at the 883 but now I'm reconsidering..ohh decisions. Cheers
If you've had 3 bikes already, I'd say get something on the softail chassis opposed to the Sporty. Definitely ride them before you buy. A lot of times the Harley you think you like changes after riding. Either way excited to get your feedback on whatever you get.
I have this bike in grey with all sorts of goodies and I’m THRILLED with it. It could be perfect. Nice review 👍
Spot on love that INVERTED front end and bravo on the duel disk. LOVE IT JUST THE WAY SHE SITS. i AM GOING TO BUY ONE. PRONTO!
I personally like the older dash with the 2 gauges, but I understand the change, the new LRS is still slick.
A lot of people do. I like that it felt like a throwback but functionally it makes more sense up top.
It’s definitely a style over practicality but I’m sure for most LRS owners it got annoying after awhile.
I'm ok with the single dash, but it should have been the Sportster S type. Adding GPS functionality to the new LRS would have added just the little bit more it needed.
You are right. I also like it more. But I could live with the new gauge.
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Excellent video and indeed, don't hold back on voicing your opinions on what you like and what you don't.
If people want a bland presentation, they can just read the specs and rotate the bike on Harley's site :)
I was a bit torn on what to replace my Iron with.
Even though the Lowrider S costs the same as the Fatbob (and is "better", having bigger engine and beefier air-filter), I went for Fatbob since I really really like the looks of it and I don't know... it felt "just right" when I test rode it.
Now the problem is that I can't get a date on when it will arrive heh, let's hope everyone goes for a Lowrider S and the Fatbobs are overlooked for a bit!
Keep up the good work o/
I like all the updates to the 2022 Low Rider S. I think they could’ve used the center console and gauge off the Softail Slim. It would’ve kept that classic look, but put the gauge in an more visible position. That being said, the changes to the 2022 Low Rider S aren’t enough to tear me away from the Fat Bob. Still pretty confident that the Fat Bob is my next bike.
I’m thinking this will be my first bike! I love this look.
Can you buy a display with the nav set up like the Bob you were talking about?
Got a good look at the new LRS yesterday .... think it's a home run for H-D and good sign of things to come. I like the new (renewed?) emphasis on performance. Wasn't a fan of gunship gray in pictures but in person those pictures don't do it justice. When do think some form of RDRS might be offered on the Softail platform?
Great video and yes, respect the power👍👍👍
Great Review on an awesome bike
I dont care for this model bike but it was good information for those that do. 👍. Appreciate the honesty on how you personally feel about the bike. Ride safe everyone. God bless
Man this really has me considering trading in my '21 Street Bob. I don't like the tank mounted gauges on the older LRS so the change on the '22 is awesome. I love the Street Bob but I hate the skinny rear wheel and tire and I don't mind the look of the spokes but mine are already rusted after 1k miles and being garage kept since the day I bought it.
My first bike was a 2020 Fatboy 114, before that I only rode on a Yamaha mt 07. Loving the Fatboy!
Love the Lowrider S. I’m looking to get one soon
Blair would you get black or grey?
Great review sir!
You did a great job pointing out the main differences for this bike MY22, Blair. Thank you.
In my opinion you missed 2 things: 1. No RDRS. I would have expected this to be at least an option as it is an important safety feature. 2. No cruise control from factory. As you pointed out rightfully, 400$ higher cost for a ton of more value. But the CC didn't make it? SMH I know it's in the options catalog but then the cable runs outside the handlebars which looks just half ass.
Both the S and ST (cannot wait for your take on the ST) are serious alternatives to a grand touring model in my opinion. With a little customization I can make both bikes a comfortable touring bike. Why would Harley go that route and introduce such a competition in their own lineup? #scratching my head in particular because they shied away from discontinuing the 107 in the touring lineup. If I want that kind of power(117), I get the ST and still come in below the price for a SG with 107. Really like to understand the thought process behind the decision 🤔.
I respectfully disagree on your opinion who can ride such a bike. I started on a Road King 7 years ago and never looked back. It is about respecting the bike and riding it within your hopefully growing skill level and everything will be fine. No need to buy small first in my opinion.
Love your videos, sir.
Ride safe 🤙
I have a Low Rider ST on order but since that bike is the only one that’s not out yet this is as close to it as I will get until April. Wonder why the ST is coming out later than the other bikes?
Quite a few similarities to my 1996 Dyna Glide Convertible.
Mid pegs,
Throback tank decal,
Speedo/tac on the handlebars .
Grandfather John
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For looks I like the older model gage setup. For riding especially performance riding I like this setup. My personal choice would be 2 gauges mounted high. One the speedometer and the other the rev counter guzge. That would cover both my likes. Performance and looks👍🏽
I hope you get to review an st model. I wonder if u can convert the Guage to a sportsters Guage pack?
So a set of risers would be kinda of a funky thing to do because the top Harley clamp holds the Speedo right ?
I,m a beginner rider and I bought a 2021 lowrider s added the saddle an seat
I can be a scared bike but if you respect the power and take it slow and learn
I think it will be fine
I do like the gauge off the tank and higher on the bars but do wish it got the Sportster S gauge. Don’t know if you can change it out. Would do it if possible
Can’t wait to pick mine up!
Which color did you get?
Vivid black. I was told it could take up to June to get the bike in. I’m up in 🇨🇦 but I’m so pumped. Sleepless nights. This will be my first Harley coming from a Yammy.
Love your videos man they’re super informative!
Is the extremely limited numbers I've been hearing about the ST version true? I read a comment in another video stating that they were only going to have about 300 nationwide.
Would be killer to see the Low Rider S in the new Redline Red finish, ditching the bronze accent for black. I think the bike in black looks great though. The grey color looks really good as well, but I don't think the bronze goes well with it. I haven't seen them in person though, so I bet in person they both look killer.
Dash on tank all the way. Still an awesome looking bike though and love the fact they put the 117 in it.
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nice video, just ordered mine
I ride a dyna switchback but if I were to trade it I’d for sure get a low rider s
Even though they’re not as functional, I love the twin gauges and the twin gas caps. That’s one change you didn’t mention, the twin gas caps are now gone 😰
The rear suspension was too low, made the bike feel low at the back and it handled accordingly. So putting in the taller shock, with more travel (that shock is also on the Fat Bob and Heritage) was a good idea.
It’s one of the first changes people were making anyway, thanks to companies like Nitron who offer the adjustable length eyelets and different lengths of eyelets for their Harley shocks.
Twin disc brakes should be standard on all the Harleys. Well at least on more models. Eg Ride a fat boy with the single disc, then ride the low rider s, huge difference.
With the twin disc low rider s, you have much more confidence coming into the corners and all you need is a finger or two on the brake lever
Last year I ended up with the Street Bob mainly because it was a better deal compared to the Low Rider S, but now with the 117 it's a different story.
Couldn’t agree more. Harley needed to do the 117 to make the S make sense for that reason.
Inverted front end is still a showa with basic internals just as an fyi. I'd say only gain is stability. I'd still slap them ohlins in if you really want the performance of the inverted fronts
I learned on a used $2000 Honda. When I didn't put down the kick stand first, as if I was riding a bicycle, no big loss. Also I never did that again. Now I have a 20 Street Bob.
If there were 2 analog gauges on the handlebars I would be all in on this bike. As it is the single gauge looks like my old Sportster. Missed opportunity by Harley IMO. Now if it had 2 gauges and cruise control I would have already bought this bike.
I bought cruise control for my 2020 FXLRS and I still think it sucks that you have to purchase it separately. Other than that the new model updates look dope!
I still just absolutely love the dyna low rider s with the 117
I just came back from a test ride on a road king special. I felt like the breaks were terrible. No stopping power.
I like the new LRS. Exhaust, high tbar and little mods... quit. 🖤💯🖤
Thinking about trading my FXBB '19 for this bike ...
What do you guys think , is it worth spending money on this trade , or just to get better susppension , stage 2/3 and mag wheels for my fxbb ?
I clubstyled it ,allready have all the bells'n whistles on it (5gal tank, fairing,saddlebags , stage1 etc.)
LRS is better building base but street bob also have have some advantages over FXLRS... hard decision
Great video!! Do You know if it's possible to built the tank back like the older model with the speedo/rev on the tank?
I've seen guys do it but I'm not sure how complicated it is.
@@throttleblip9854 Thanks for the info!! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
883 iron to a 2018 Cbr1000rr back to a 21 883 iron and tomorrow a 22 lowrider s. Got to say it's gonna be a blast
Can't decode between fat bob 2022 and low rider a 2022 - any help would be appreciated
Looks like HD changed their keys to something more traditional over those barrel shaped keys?
Love the bike. I am not crazy about the texture paint. Harley should have used inverted forks years ago. Glad to see them starting though as far as gauges I don't really care.. take them off totally lol
Very nice Motorcycle... I may have to go test ride one
Mids with highway pegs. Best combo hands down.
I like it. It would make a great first Harley for me.
love the bike like to see a chrome option
What is your opinion on a good deal cash out the door for this bike?
Love this bike
That bike definitely needs a bigger faring. Memphis Shades make some quick detach farings that fit the Lowrider S
I’ve been riding for just over 2 years now with a Honda rebel 500, I’m 6,2 and I find it cramped. I’ve been looking at getting the lrs sometime in the next year, do you think this bike would be a good fit or should I try a smaller Harley first ?
I went from a smaller sport bike to the 2021 Street Bob and at first I felt like it was big but that went away really quickly. I'm glad I didn't go with something smaller. I say go for it since you have a couple years experience and you're tall.
Can you add tank dash to a 2022?
The Low Rider is an iconic model for HD. I've ridden them for years. The new changes from 2018 to the present just say it's probably going to be around another 40+ yrs. My black '22 s is so much better in all areas and infinitely customizable, although I never bolt extra weight on my bikes. Great for short trips 200 out 200m back. If I'm going further I take the FLHTC.I feel the FXLRS is perfect mix of weight, comfort,power, for my work commutes.
Like the gauge relocation, but think they should have went with the dual gauge relocation, otherwise perfect looking bike me.
I'm thinking of trading my 2018 Street Bob in for one of these, but I will probably take my quarter fairing, Bung King highway bars, Bung King shock extender, cruise control, HD grit pegs, and 1Finger controls off the FXBB and transfer them straight over. I'm pretty sure the dealer doesn't care whether those accessories are on there or not when it comes to trade-in values do they?
Return bike to stock before trade-in. Dealer gives nothing for accessories.
Thats ok its your channel,say what you want.
I was glad I waited after 26th of Jan to get my FXLRS 2021.
Because the fender gap, relocated gauge and forward controls ruined this bike fot me.
Here's a thought? Maybe Harley could offer the OPTION of mid OR forward controls from the FACTORY on most models? OMG imagine that!!! What a crazy idea!
Can you remove the furring?
I’m one of the old guys you were talking about. Got off an 02 Road King.
And got a new Low Rider !!
Nice video bro !!
I can tell you from personal experience the forward controls on the Sportster S are not comfortable on long rides and do not inspire confidence in the corners at all. I took mine to The Dragon 2 weeks after I got mine in the first of October and the 5 hour ride out there was fine... the ride back was bad. Really bad. I could barely get 50-70 miles before I needed a good break.
Moving the clocks is way better ... so you don't have to look down lol
Just need to change the head light ... like the fat bob
i have 21. i prefer the 22. but they should have done a blackling dash
New on this channel. Appreciate your thoughts. Wondering if you thinking about making a ride tests as well in the future
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Welcome!! Last year I did the review and test ride in the same video. This year I've decided to split them up to make the test rides longer and more interesting to watch by adding multiple camera angles and a rider with me. Those will start soon!
I agree with your "Respect the power" idea. I bought my first bike last year (at age 50) and was asking my riding buddies for advice and the best advice I got was "don't get a smaller engine". You can always "baby" the throttle on a bigger engine, but you can't twist a throttle to get more power out of a smaller engine. Best advice ever!
I tell my friends all the time I say the 1200 sportster is the perfect beginner bike because it has plenty of power and you won’t grow out of it too fast and the weigh is manageable until you learn how to ride more because it’s never the power that’s scary it’s balancing the weight when coming to a stop and learning to pick up and getting comfortable with the weight of the bike
Well spoken
could you put a sportier s gauge on it?
HD will do anything you are willing to pay for $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Wish they had put a bad ass no. 1 emblem or sumpn over that bare bolt hole space on the console...
I think San Diego customs is making little plates to go on the console.
@@throttleblip9854 ok, 😎
I still wish they went with digital speedo etc.
Awesome review as always! I put a deposit down on a gunship grey. Looks like the gauge is part of top clamp of the riser. If I were to install taller risers would I also need to completely replace the gauge? I don't want to lose the features of that stock gauge.
Probably just get longer Guage cables and use the existing guage
How i moved my dynas speedo and tach to the bars, simple relocation with proper mounts and extended cables from guerilla cables.
@@dynalonerider6008 Thank for the response. That is what I did on mt sporty, but on this new LRS it looks like the stock gauge and riser are one solid piece. So if I were to upgrade the risers I would also have to get a new gauge. Is that right?
@@jonbrimhall1296 id say its a 2 piece riser clamp, you'd have to be able to swap bars unless its all one piece bar and riser. You would at least be able to get a guage mount for your new setup with the proper diameter for the new lrs guage itself.
Traction control?
I like the newer style
Solo seat makes this model a lot better plus not everyone like having a passenger riding with them and may find it annoying.
new tank and gauges is more visually appealing as well as safer
I think so too but a lot of guys seem to disagree with the looks of it.
@@throttleblip9854 well I personally love it. I think this bike is speaking to the younger generation. The guys that want a sportster but know they are gonna need that 6th gear
i wanna know a 0 to 60 on this bike
Do a Roadglide st! I just bought one last week! It’s fuckin awesome!!!
I’m not a fan of the back fender and light. It should be a short minimalistic fender and brake light. Similar to breakout
Does the low rider s have a quick shift ??
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@@joehoe7551 🤣
The Lower Riders are now certainly the stand-out models in the Harley range. However, I’m 6’2” with a 32” inside leg and I find the mid controls make these bikes unrideable. I would have relocated both gauges at eye level and tidied up the tank with a FatBob one. Don’t get increasing suspension height by an inch, just makes the bike look awkward. This will be the fastest cruiser but it is never going to be a sports bike.
I'm 6'2 with 34 inseam. I put the whiplash seat on and love the position. But this is my first harley and I am coming from zrx100 and zx600rr
Would yall recommend this for a first bike? ill be 21 at time of purchase
Yes. Fuk it. Buy what u want
@@fvgc454ss I appreciate it bro. Get done w a tour in Korea in NOV and really like this thing
@@collateral9159 I bought a CBR900RR right out of the gate at 18, 20 years ago. Had nothing but liter bikes for the first 10 years. I made it just fine. That lowrider S in stock trim is pretty tamed down. If u upgrade cams, exhasut and tune. Check out Fuel Moto. They have packages and dyno proof. They are getting 125hp/125tq to the wheel out of a 117 with simple bolt ons once u want more power.
@@fvgc454ss my dad seems to like the idea to. He's in his mid 40s and been riding since 16. Everytime I mention sportster he says you'll want more quick and need more get out the way power. Just gotta get over the fear of dropping it
Gotta say I like the 21 setup. I would rather see how fast I'm going, rather than seeing my RPM.
I'm pretty sure it's analog tech but digital speedo readout all in one guage
? Its an all in 1 guage
It's got the speed, it's digital