Harley-Davidson Iron 883 vs Street Rod 750│Comparison Review

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  • čas přidán 14. 06. 2018
  • These Bikes are priced the same but are very different in Function. Find out which suits your riding preferences the best. If you're in the market for either of these bikes you'll want to watch this video first. Matt Laidlaw goes into detail on the strengths and weaknesses of each of these smaller cruisers.
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Komentáře • 364

  • @andrzejlisowski5482
    @andrzejlisowski5482 Před 4 lety +48

    I still prefer Street Rod but I can understand why people like the classical Harleys.

  • @dansmusic5749
    @dansmusic5749 Před 5 lety +10

    The Sportster was and remains one of Harley's best. The performance and visceral riding experiences is something that Harley must not lose. I hope they don't over-refine the next generation of these bikes. Great looks, impeccable power curve, with beautiful sight and sound make this classic indispensable to the Harley Davidson lineup. One of my all-time favorite motorcycles.

  • @bruth3659
    @bruth3659 Před 6 lety +15

    grt, unbiased review. I have a street rod and love it for all the reasons expressed. I agree with the stature as well. A great modern step for HD.

  • @tombyrne1142
    @tombyrne1142 Před 5 lety +16

    The Street Rod 750 is an engine looking for a motorcycle. I like what Harley has in the pipeline. I just wish they would be available sooner.

  • @chadmartin6334
    @chadmartin6334 Před 6 lety +3

    Thanks Matt! Been waiting for a video of these bikes!!

  • @mattzobian
    @mattzobian Před 6 lety +12

    The Iron 883 styling is breathtaking. The Street Rod is nice too, looks like my old Yamaha Radian. But the Iron is another league. And when uncorked the Evo engine sounds fantastic, and that low end torque is irresistible. Great video!

  • @averagejoe5646
    @averagejoe5646 Před 6 lety +1

    Super helpful video! Thanks for sharing such an in depth and thorough comparison. I’m looking to buy my first Harley-Davidson bike here at the Lancaster dealership and the Iron 883 has seemed to be the most beginner friendly so far. Again, thanks!!

  • @RichiXEats
    @RichiXEats Před 6 lety +1

    Matt you are the man! Being a new rider I watch your videos and learn so much, iron is what I really wanna get so cool video!

  • @thomasangelo4219
    @thomasangelo4219 Před 6 lety +3

    Thanks for the video great job on the comparison between the two bikes take care

  • @michaelflaherty1358
    @michaelflaherty1358 Před 5 lety +15

    I am a Brit, street rod all day long for me. Seriously thinking of buying a used one from my local dealer in Leeds. Thanks for the video, very informative.

    • @thisbevibhor
      @thisbevibhor Před 4 lety

      What about the extreme heating from the engine?

    • @sasoturnsek687
      @sasoturnsek687 Před 4 lety

      @@thisbevibhor cat and exhoust are extrem,didnt experience similar in 35 years of riding,forgot riding in shorts or flipflops,on red light your right leg burn even tru trouses

  • @harleyfoodies3676
    @harleyfoodies3676 Před 5 lety +39

    Just bought my wife a new Street 750 for her first bike. She completed the Rider Academy a few weeks ago and decided she wanted one of her own. We pick it up today.

    • @adriamillasluque
      @adriamillasluque Před 4 lety

      Does she like the bike? Did they solve the big brake problems? Thanks!

    • @harleyfoodies3676
      @harleyfoodies3676 Před 4 lety +1

      Adria Millas Luque she loves hers. She’s never had any problems with the brakes even though she did not get the antilock option. Don’t think she really rides hard enough to test the brakes that much

    • @adriamillasluque
      @adriamillasluque Před 4 lety

      Harley Foodies Thank you, man. I had seen reviews from the CZcams channel RevZilla among others claiming that the front brake of the Street 750 was really really bad. So I thought the Rod 750 might share the same. Enjoy life and the ride!

    • @PeterSmith-or3pq
      @PeterSmith-or3pq Před 4 lety

      That is a great way to get to know the Mrs , aswell, there great machines!! Best of all ,,have a great ride!

    • @MT-qf7nu
      @MT-qf7nu Před 5 měsíci

      Pnly just seen tbis video the iron looks nicer but for commuting the street rod seems a better option

  • @anthonyfxbb9040
    @anthonyfxbb9040 Před 6 lety +9

    I’ll personally go with the 883! Reminds me of when I use to have my 48! Now up with my 2018 Street bob. As always great review/video! Always look forward to getting notifications from laidlaws!

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +4

      Thank you. The 2018 Street bob is a bad ass bike. Enjoy

  • @Crowbar381
    @Crowbar381 Před 6 lety

    That was a great vid. Thanks so much for all the info you gave on those two bikes compared to each other, I learned a lot

  • @simonclark8176
    @simonclark8176 Před 6 lety +2

    Always a real buzz to see your vid's Matt ^^

  • @willjohnson211
    @willjohnson211 Před 6 lety +4

    I love the under square engines because they go the best with big bores to square them up

  • @brucelee9968
    @brucelee9968 Před 6 lety +6

    My first Harley, 2016, 883, coming from a sportbike. Put 3 times the miles on my 883 in a year, than my sportbike. Really enjoyed the bike, rode as much as I could and did alot of day trips out of town. I'm on a 2016 Fatboy S, two up riding and longer stays out of town. Still love the 883 and defiantly don't regret buying it.

  • @BloodPlusPwn
    @BloodPlusPwn Před 4 lety +15

    I just wish Harley would make a bigger version of the Street Rod. Same general performance qualities, just a larger frame and bigger engine and maybe a slightly meaner, more aggressive look. They could call it, idk, a V-Rod would be a good name. Yeah, Harley should make those!

  • @tryarunm
    @tryarunm Před 6 lety

    Hi Matt! Always glad to see your reviews. You know, having been a salesman for 8 years I truly appreciate your imaginative ways of bringing HD bikes to public attention. You are so deeply involved with your product that you find ways to communicate that love of HD bikes to everybody around. I live in India so will never get to visit you in person, but your videos and your well-spoken opinions on HD bikes will sell motorcycles anywhere in the world. If you ever bring out a Laidlaws' patch or badge I will wear it.

    • @tryarunm
      @tryarunm Před 6 lety

      BTW Matt, I have been riding a first-model-year Street 750 since I bought her out of the showroom on 22 Nov 2014. 34K-odd km on her so far. I live in the tropics: Hyderabad, India, so I ride every day in sun and rain. And rain literally for I often turn up at office in soaking shoes and trousers. If you ever need a review or opinion from a daily commuter, I would be glad to contribute.

  • @HunterWolfgang
    @HunterWolfgang Před 6 lety +48

    IMO the Iron is one of the best looking stock motorcycles built today. Although I love my Dyna, I still want an Iron! I’m really liking these comparison videos, nice work!👍🏻

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +6

      Thank you ! Yea, the Iron Looks great Just a cool, classic bobber

    • @ralphefernandes
      @ralphefernandes Před 6 lety +5

      The name itself is fantastic! Iron. What a name for a bike.

    • @ragimundvonwallat8961
      @ragimundvonwallat8961 Před 5 lety +3

      i really love the sportster and im not even a harley guy

    • @code23hyper44
      @code23hyper44 Před 5 lety +1

      Looks good. Positives end there.

  • @thano40
    @thano40 Před 6 lety +6

    June 15th,2018; I picked up my first Harley, A Road King Special and i'm so happy to start touring.Thank you Matt for all the info and keep it up.

  • @jamesherrington5606
    @jamesherrington5606 Před 4 lety +1

    Good job on the video. Very well done.

  • @FXDLS-ot1wq
    @FXDLS-ot1wq Před 6 lety +2

    Hey Matt,
    You make great videos.
    I will say his tho, I miss the dirty old biker! Those were hilarious.

  • @ausoff-road7795
    @ausoff-road7795 Před 6 lety +16

    I'll take one of each, and yes I'm a millennial down for what HD is doing. Great content as always.

  • @jboy2621
    @jboy2621 Před 4 lety +1

    It's amazing to think that HD's larger moves for change falter, yet become the most sought after bikes like the XLCR, FXR, and now probably the Street, not to mention the Street Rod/Night Rods. They seriously need to bring back the old XLCR.

  • @darkoflight4938
    @darkoflight4938 Před 6 lety +5

    Yet another fantastic video there, Matt! None of these are my bucket of beer, but then again I´m a old fart. If I had to choose the Iron would do it for me. It sure has character.
    Keep em´coming sir!

  • @grahamball364
    @grahamball364 Před 4 lety

    This has been a great video of information I’m a retired person looking for a ride live looked at the iron 883 and also the shorter 1200 which would be the best for my needs ,many thank .Graham.👍

  • @jacobgarza1572
    @jacobgarza1572 Před 5 lety +2

    I am a new rider and I did not grow up around bikes. Through personal non bias experience I knew I wanted a Harley (Tradition and the social experience is what swayed this decision). I went through the riding academy (first time on a motorcycle and not knowing how to operate a manual transmission.) I passed and bought a 2018 Street Rod. I will one day own a Traditional Harley (One I can put wrenches too) but that expensive dream build is on down the road. For now I look to the evolution of a Historical lifestyle that I can be apart of. I Fucking Love My Bike!!! Funny thing is it won't be my only bike!

  • @TheRealCozy
    @TheRealCozy Před 4 měsíci

    2 years later and I’m still glad I got my 2017 Street rod 750. I enjoy it. It’s even been wrecked due to a dog running in the road and she started right back up after fixing the gear shifter ready to ride

  • @robertlumsden1579
    @robertlumsden1579 Před 5 lety +6

    great comparison. got an iron for my son and it is perfect.

    • @robertrangel09
      @robertrangel09 Před 5 lety +2

      Robert, how is that 883 running after 4 months. I have been thinking about giving one to my son. Been looking at the honda aero, 883 and vulcan.

  • @GreatEgret
    @GreatEgret Před 6 lety +61

    I love that you waved to the little kid! Kids love that stuff. I've never been on a Street Rod, but I love my Iron. This is a good comparison for new riders. The beauty of the Iron is it is more than just a bike for new riders. If you get on one, you'll never want to get off of it. It'll be a bike you want to keep for the rest of your life!

    • @khmaiaznboi89
      @khmaiaznboi89 Před 6 lety +2

      Great Egret I don't recommend a street rod if you are over 5'8". The ergos will kill you, I'm 5'6" and I mounted highway bars for long rides.

    • @thisisrob8750
      @thisisrob8750 Před 5 lety

      @Jeff somersby wow that's hilarious

    • @MrPAULONEAL
      @MrPAULONEAL Před 5 lety

      @Jeff somersby Sounds like Futurama...

  • @MrPAULONEAL
    @MrPAULONEAL Před 5 lety +16

    The Street Rod has far better lean angles than the 883.

  • @leocalzeti7237
    @leocalzeti7237 Před 5 lety +7

    I'll take both thanks.

  • @johnharris7353
    @johnharris7353 Před 5 lety +2

    Well I like both! They've really improved the Street Rod over the original Street 750.

  • @lakegeneva4851
    @lakegeneva4851 Před 6 lety

    Hi Matt, great video as usual! With the 20th of August coming up, what are you hoping for in the 2019 line-up?

  • @sanjoysingharoy9618
    @sanjoysingharoy9618 Před 4 lety +2

    I own a 2018 street 750 and happy with it.

  • @rulaxjr
    @rulaxjr Před 6 lety +5

    I love my iron ❤. Nice video

  • @evil_musclemuscled3814

    The Sportster looks like a muscled track bike , the design always stands out and mods that I've seen done to the bikes can really change the looks around . Another good video Matt 👍be safe on them roads

  • @jamesmenard5450
    @jamesmenard5450 Před 5 lety

    My first bike was a Street 750, sold it and bought the Iron 883. I like them both. The Iron has a lot of tinkering options. That was a factor in my choice. One day I will upgrade to a Softail Street Bob or a Trike.

  • @petterin1
    @petterin1 Před 6 lety

    Big thumbs up 👍, a great view of biking!

  • @jtj1331
    @jtj1331 Před 2 lety

    I own a Buell Firebolt and a Street Rod. I grew up with many motorcycles, mainly Harley. My first Harley was the 500 then I ungraded too the street rod and love riding it. If I ever get another one I will make it a course bike for Laguna Seca or thunder hill.

  • @ripmax333
    @ripmax333 Před 5 lety +5

    the street rod reminds me of the old xr1200 but with a water cooled engine. the design is really nice. in fact if it was mine i would change the handlebars to the old xr1200 style.

  • @Cisckokid1990
    @Cisckokid1990 Před 6 lety +1

    Hey Matt, have you done a review of the Superlow sportster?

  • @cmeza1985
    @cmeza1985 Před 5 lety

    Thanks for the info on the two bikes, it was a toss up for me but I got it narrowed down

    • @cmeza1985
      @cmeza1985 Před 5 lety

      @Joel Surrett it was a close one for me but I had to go with the street rod

  • @robbyclark6915
    @robbyclark6915 Před 3 lety +1

    I went into the Harley dealership specifically to buy a street rod 750, and left with a brand new iron 883🤷🏻‍♂️. I couldn’t help it? I just wasn’t comfortable at all on the street rod and the iron 883 felt perfect and the looks 👀😎. I mean, come on! Best looking bike in that price range for sure! Love my 883!

  • @RC-sh7rj
    @RC-sh7rj Před 5 lety

    I have a new street rod it’s a 6speed and you’re right tho about top speed at 115mph I’m done and it’s very unstable at speeds over 90 but other then that if you’re on a back road mountains curvy roads speeds around 40-80 it’s incredible I love the bike I don’t need to go 140mph I love back roads this bike handles and leans like crazy it’s great especially with a good exhaust and tune

  • @MrPAULONEAL
    @MrPAULONEAL Před 5 lety

    I had a firebrand exhaust installed on my Street Rod.

  • @bikerchick1871
    @bikerchick1871 Před 4 lety +1

    Picking up my Iron 883 this evening!

  • @usmcvet0313
    @usmcvet0313 Před 4 lety

    I'd really like to pick up a Street Rod for a second bike. I think it would be a fun bike to rip around the local back roads on.

  • @MotoChili
    @MotoChili Před 6 lety +17

    Hey Matt! Bought a Street 750 a couple years ago and just traded it in for a new Iron 883 a couple weeks ago. I'll take the Iron all day over the Street, although I did have some fun riding it around. I like that I can add forward controls to the Iron, as well as all of the other customization options available. I love the sound of the engine on the Iron compared to the Street, and it handles really well around town. Thanks for doing all of the reviews you do!

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +3

      Thanks for the comment. It's good to hear from people that have actually owned both

    • @MrPAULONEAL
      @MrPAULONEAL Před 5 lety +4

      The Street 750 and the Street Rod are completely different bikes...

  • @nameless-sn3tj
    @nameless-sn3tj Před 5 lety

    Almost exactly the decision I'm looking at right now. As a tall guy I really appreciate the fit information. Looks like the 883 might be better as well as having more parts and sounding right. I'm currently planning to swing a leg over both bikes and (hopefully) sign the paperwork in a few days.
    It has been really irritating that basically all the "beginner" bikes being pushed are either sports bikes or too under powered to be useful. I'm really digging the Harley lineup and I wish it was easier for new riders to find this information. Thanks!

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 5 lety

      Ride them both. This will tell you a lot

    • @nameless-sn3tj
      @nameless-sn3tj Před 5 lety

      @@MattLaidlaw indeed. I couldn't even test ride the 750. I was too much of a pretzel. So I put the money down on a new 883. The fit, surprisingly, isn't bad at all and I'm loving the styling. Worth the extra cost.

  • @Yattofskee
    @Yattofskee Před 6 lety +2

    WHAT are those white gloves?!
    They look awesome!

  • @khmaiaznboi89
    @khmaiaznboi89 Před 6 lety

    My only complaint about the street rod is I wish the mid pegs were just a little more forward, by a few inches. Also slightly higher risers would be nice too. The handle bar distance is great if you got long arms, but you probably have long legs too and the foot pegs are to close. Most of the power in the revolution x motor comes in the mid range, just like the vrod revolution motor.

  • @JW02828
    @JW02828 Před 5 lety

    On the Street rod 750, does it have enough torque at low rpm or speed to get out of a car path?? I'm looking for my first bike.

  • @robertlumsden942
    @robertlumsden942 Před 5 lety +1

    You do a good job on these Matt. funny I rode Japanese bikes my whole life. I retired and read about the M8 and said it is time for my Harley. so I bought the Heritage 114 and could not be more happy. as I got educated with Harley bikes I decided. 3 months later to buy a new 883 sportster also. having both worlds the M8 and the EVO is so cool. funny how I sort of like to ride the sportster more. plus I did the 883 to 1200 conversion with the harely SE and even more happy. you were so correct on the way you described a Harley. and people commenting on being made in America - what really is totally any more. keep up the good work and forget the nathsayers. :)

    • @gerardorockerman69
      @gerardorockerman69 Před 4 lety

      After owning Harleys and then Beemers I went the other direction, I'm keeping the beemers, Harleys have the Style, sound, cool factor to ride around town but beside that BMWs have better, everything handling brakes, etc they are just better overall bikes. Still want to buy a nice chopper.

    • @gerardorockerman69
      @gerardorockerman69 Před 4 lety

      I wish Iron Horse still in business to buy a New Texas Chopper!!

  • @PkwyDrive13
    @PkwyDrive13 Před 4 lety +1

    I chose a 2017 iron 883 red denim a few weeks ago.. And have no interest in a street rod. I find the iron is plenty quick enough to enjoy and have fun

  • @Freespiritphil
    @Freespiritphil Před 6 lety +10

    I've ridden both... The Street Rod is actually a lot of fun. The power and handling are quite impressive for what it is. However, even at 5'8", my hips were cramping minutes into the ride. That reason alone would leave me to choose the Iron. If Harley can fix the ergonomics on the Street Rod, I would gladly consider it.

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +2

      Yea you gotta be pretty short for it to fit you right

    • @Dgoff11
      @Dgoff11 Před 5 lety +1

      It’s all riding style yo! I’m 6’1 and I fit fine on it

    • @patrickhorton4984
      @patrickhorton4984 Před 5 lety +1

      Darryl Goff Jr same here

    • @josephandreuccetti8043
      @josephandreuccetti8043 Před 4 lety

      Freespiritphil Its not a bike for you
      Get a bike your size

  • @mdemosani
    @mdemosani Před 5 lety +1

    What flashing on the speedo of the 750? Its looks like the turn signal

  • @jaylange9031
    @jaylange9031 Před 6 lety +12

    Kudos for stopping the "music" (repetitive bars) when you are speaking. Nearly all Moto and aviation sites on You Tube insist upon "music" or other sounds (background noise) intruding on the narrator's words thereby driving me away. I want to focus on what you and other presenters are saying. Now, if only You Tubers would keep an even decibel range for those of us who do not want our ear drums damaged by LOUD intros and exits from a segment....

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +2

      I try to keep the volume consistent throughout.

  • @GinoKelleners
    @GinoKelleners Před 4 lety +2

    Hi Matt, thanks for this amazing comparison review! I am a proud owner of a HD Streetbob '06 and looking for something sportier/lighter weight and came across this video. I dig the look of the iron 883, but I am 6"2 and think I am too tall for the bike. What would your recommendations be for a tall person like me? What kind of Sportster or Dyna, Street model should I be looking for? Thanks in advance!

    • @Will-uu8ed
      @Will-uu8ed Před 2 lety

      Sorry this is probably too late. I'm also 6ft2 and sat on a sportster yesterday. It didn't feel uncomfortable to me, I looked a little bit awkward on the bike, it looked like my knees were quite high up. Hopefully you've had chance to try one

  • @dominikk4163
    @dominikk4163 Před 4 lety +5

    Street Rod rocks 🤘🏻 love my bike

  • @dennism103
    @dennism103 Před 4 lety +1

    Harley Davidson was on the ropes but has got their 2nd wind a coming back strong and swinging the new lineup proves that...

  • @spacemarine8289
    @spacemarine8289 Před 4 lety +3

    In Australia the Street Rod is exactly half the price of the 883 at the moment, comparison over.

    • @fivespeed3026
      @fivespeed3026 Před 4 lety +1

      Stranded Alien The Street Rod in Australia is probably made entirely in India, while the 883 is made in the US. That’s why it’s so much cheaper I’m guessing.

  • @hbertolinih
    @hbertolinih Před 4 lety

    Congratulations for such good Comparison Review. Unfortunately we don`t have the street rod 750 on Brazilian Stores. They only like old and rich guys. First Riders that don`t want to expend too much on the first buying, Smaller People, women, are nor on their vision. So sad.

  • @MonzaRacer
    @MonzaRacer Před 5 lety

    Due to my stature and I broke a right hip in 94 I actually HATE rice bike ride position.
    But in 08 I bought a 06 Buell Blast with 1 1/2 yr warranty ex riders edge bike and love it.
    BUT I am looking for either 883/1200 Superlow. Then want good two up seat and mid controls.
    In 08 I almost exclusively rode my Blast except when it was in for warranty because previous rear tire replacement was achieved by inexperienced tech removing pulley and not replacing or re loctite of the sprocket bolts. It wound up losing a bearing I found upon tire replacement then two of the 5 sprocket bolts borken off. They had to order wheel and sprocket. Other than that Blast was incredibly reliable. One other issues was the original front mount bracket and the front mount(mount had recall/tsb upgrade) ND one of front bracket bolts broke in typical sportster mount lossening. Even Buells needed red loctite/shake proof washers. Only other warranty issue was gasket leak from top of engine but that was at end of next year's riding at end of warranty.

  • @markgeller5900
    @markgeller5900 Před 5 lety +1

    Great review. Any experience with two riders on the Iron?

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 5 lety +1

      Not personal experience but I can say it isn’t the best. You won’t be comfortable as a passenger back there for very long. High speeds on bumpy roads will be uncomfortable.

  • @brennanshelton295
    @brennanshelton295 Před 5 lety +8

    883 Iron every day of the weeks, can't beat the retro cruiser hint in the build

  • @freyatilly
    @freyatilly Před rokem

    Very interesting. Thank you.

  • @davidspringer6883
    @davidspringer6883 Před 4 lety

    great honest review, once again Matt you tell it like it is, Im 6,6 as well and don't "fit" on anything but i definitely have my knees above my ass on these things albeit as a kid as "iffy" as they were ( until HD reorganized after AMF) I had a Superglide I bought in 71 because they were always out of sporties...
    bent a stock handle bar simply pushing it up a hill...had to rebuild the transmission to get the kick starter to mount, (no electric start available)...replaced a broken chain and most of the rear body work as it embedded itself in giant fiberglass/seat with a 65 Chevy taillight...after getting a huge oil leak fixed for the second time took it out for a ride and the dyno cover unscrewed itself and the cover hit the helmet of my friend who was kind enough to let me lead once in awhile due to his being on a CB750 Honda...all this before 2000 miles...I due admit after basically rebuilding that bike I ended up loving it and put a lot more miles on it...never a racer but nothing was more comfortable or turned more heads...

  • @dennism103
    @dennism103 Před 4 lety

    I'm buying a softail standard in a few weeks for my son.

  • @vernon8337
    @vernon8337 Před 4 lety

    bring the handle bars back a little and adjustable, get rid of those mirrors for regular bar mount mirrors, angle the front of the gas tank up some to match the profile of the bike, and do something about that leg burning pipe , and that would be one nice HD :)

  • @chrischristofis8501
    @chrischristofis8501 Před 9 měsíci

    Brilliant, exactly what we want to know as potential buyers, i prefer the 883 over the Street Rod by miles, its a proper Harley, being smaller suits the European market

  • @bruth3659
    @bruth3659 Před 6 lety +1

    I think the SR is the best change for HD in a while. It still has mass.
    ..... altho, the street + the 500.... maybe not.

  • @rodneyhirsch2340
    @rodneyhirsch2340 Před 5 lety +1

    Street rod makes a good starter bike. Very tolerant of lugging. My daughter bought one, she does not rev a lot . The street rod is far more tolerant of that than my sportster or low rider. Will also run 80 mph, speed limit here with ease.

  • @irvan36mm
    @irvan36mm Před 5 lety +7

    The Street Rod is a good looking bike and I really want to like it.
    But the ergos and that big ass exhaust pipe, I’ll settle for the Iron.

  • @josephclay3864
    @josephclay3864 Před 4 lety

    I’ve owned both of these and have to say the 883 has the look and sound of the classic Harley, but after about 50 miles my butt was looking forward to a break. The Street Rod 750 doesn’t sound like a Harley, but the power, and the suspension is so much better than the 883. It doesn’t tire me out nearly as much...the only gripe is I wish they’d refigured the foot pegs...kind of awkward.

  • @davidnicholson8595
    @davidnicholson8595 Před 6 měsíci

    I think the other thing to consider for someone starting off is you can ride it as an 883 and when you feel like you need more power there's 1200 and 1250 big bore kits available for not much more money that the dealership will do for you.. I had mine done a few years ago and it keeps up with the bigger twins on a long run no bother

  • @ramonburgos6351
    @ramonburgos6351 Před 6 lety +2

    Matt, great video! Went today to check out both these bikes because I want/need to scale down from my Fatboy. I found the Street Rod's pegs to be too small and in a very uncomfortable position. Very! If the Roadster had a 6th speed, I would consider it further. The regular Street 750 is so much more confortable. If I could just get the engine performance and improved suspension from the Street Rod into the Street 750. Did H-D improve the front brakes on the Street 750? I've heard they're "mushy".

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety +1

      They did improve the front brakes. In 2016 I believe. The streetrod has great brakes. Dual disc

    • @ramonburgos6351
      @ramonburgos6351 Před 6 lety +1

      If someone has to scale down - as in my situation described above - what are your recommendations? Garage space being an issue. I occasionally commute to a train station 24 miles away with a 6 mile stretch of highway.

  • @brussell639
    @brussell639 Před 5 lety +8

    The 883 has roughly 6 lbs ft more torque at only 250 RPMs less than the 750. That's going to be a very negligible difference. The extra weight of the 883 iron will also come into play. Overall, the streetrod 750 isn't going to feel like it's lacking in torque in any way, when being compared to the 883.

    • @CitiusVanen
      @CitiusVanen Před 5 lety

      it has 10 more. thats a 25% increase. it does make a difference

    • @mociczyczki
      @mociczyczki Před rokem

      even if what depend on true precise numbers of torque and at which rpm they are lower weight and biger power street rod leave iron 883 in the dust from light 😉👌🏻ok according to this spec which i found for 2018 iron 883 and street rod 2018 you would not feel doffrenc 3-5 k rpm and if than more on street rod advanatage 😉 cos according to spec which i foudn street rod have 65 nm at 4000 rpm vs iron 883 68 nm at 4750 rpm so 5% around more not 25% and on higher rpm suprisingly comapre to street rod what mean on 4000 rpm iron can have the same or even less torq than street rod if you add to calculation like 50 pound more weight for iron 883 it turn out that street rod be feel more „torquey „ ot 3-4 k rpm 😉 well also gearing makes diffrenc if somebody comapre gear to gear assuming 1 ,2 gear be not enough longer ins treet rod you would feel better lowend tprq in street rod 👌🏻 and at max sprint beside lowend etc iron 883 have 0 chance with 51-52 hp at 260 kg 0-100 km/h hit in like 7 sec probably vs street rod should clock like 4,5-5 sec 👌🏻

    • @billwhite8479
      @billwhite8479 Před 6 měsíci

      You serious..? The street rod is way too top heavy..the Irons weight is lower down..

  • @andreyounan1990
    @andreyounan1990 Před 4 lety

    perfect video. god bless you

  • @ahmedradwan5539
    @ahmedradwan5539 Před 5 lety

    Is street rod 2016 performance the same ?

  • @lukeculver3921
    @lukeculver3921 Před 3 lety

    Would love to see the street 750 turn into a middleweight adventure style bike. Could improve sales. Adventure bikes are popular and it could be the gateway to the new pan American

  • @chriswiggs1027
    @chriswiggs1027 Před 4 lety

    Love my street 750.!

  • @agentblaque1971
    @agentblaque1971 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for making this. The performance breakdown was very informative. Even though I'm 6 feet tall, I'm going to test ride a Street 750. I had an "04 Sportster, and I did not like the vibration.

  • @MrPAULONEAL
    @MrPAULONEAL Před 5 lety

    The rear suspension of the Street Rod can be adjusted.

  • @Dgoff11
    @Dgoff11 Před 5 lety +12

    I just got a street rod 750 yesterday!!!

  • @thevamprieboy
    @thevamprieboy Před 3 lety

    Looking to get my first bike soon. My dad had an 883 and it’s always stuck out to me. What would you recommend between the street rod and the 883 for a 6 foot tall 350 pound dude? Or would you recommend another size engine?

  • @MrCyclee
    @MrCyclee Před 6 lety +1

    I've ridden the street 750 and the iron 883 but never the street rod I was so uncomfortable on tye street because I'm too tall at 5'11 but the engine is much better than the irons in my opinions faster too. When I sit on the street rod it felt pretty good and I hear it's got more power than the street I have to get a demo in for one hook me up Matt !

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Před 6 lety

      Swing by. We will hook you up with a test ride

  • @killerms2221
    @killerms2221 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations, you talked me out of ever buying either of them.

  • @markgeller5900
    @markgeller5900 Před 5 lety

    Thank you. drove a Sportster 1000 (76) for 30 years and want something like that, but has to be somewhat nimble but ok to carry two around town, occasional 20 mile ride. not a long ride guy. Recommendations? Just starting to look again.

    • @patrickteto
      @patrickteto Před 5 lety +1

      I placed an informed reply above that you might want to look at for some incite. I built my XLH1975 (Kicker Only) Iron-Head to the maximum that had an 8000 R.P.M. red-line that started on the first kick to the surprise of everyone and then wanted something with a button so I purchased a 2000 XL1200 EVO and pushed it as far as you could without boring out the cases that was also no joke and have twerked out 8 or 10 overseas offerings .Being you stated you have over 30yrs on an Iron-Head and (possibly a flat butt) ;( I would definitely tell you look really hard at the Street Rod 750 that will pull you and a passenger just frigging fine on a long or short pull. Yes my butt is also flat from riding for 49 yrs.... LMFAO :)

    • @patrickteto
      @patrickteto Před 5 lety +1

      I forgot to mention something important... If you can spare a few grand more do not overlook the Indian Scout if you want a bike that looks like it's old but has everything you will ever need in a bike that will pull you and 3 of your buddies without breaking a sweat take a peek at em Just another better option by far, unless you just have to have an H.D. then good luck and be safe man..... ;(

    • @markgeller5900
      @markgeller5900 Před 5 lety

      @@patrickteto Thanks. leaning on the Iron 1200

  • @Patiboke
    @Patiboke Před 5 lety

    Things I don't need on a Harley: watercooling, high compression ratio, cams with more lift... I'm a dinosaur I guess. By the wat Matt listening to your voice is soo relaxing.

  • @DBolt-xb7sg
    @DBolt-xb7sg Před 5 lety

    Does the street rod skid like a vrod?

  • @stuartmoxham5889
    @stuartmoxham5889 Před 4 lety

    Street Rod with a Honda VTR1000 Engine would be fun.
    Seriously though the street rod seems great. What I've often wondered both Honda and Suzuki had really good water cooled V twins in the VTR and SV 1000 models. Those would have been epic engines for a sports cruiser. Suzuki even had the SV650 motor for a smaller sports cruiser. No reason for a cruiser to weigh a ton, have poor brakes, low power and poor handling. Harley had a great engine with the vrod too.
    Now nothing wrong with old school Harleys sure I would love one, but there must be lots of old guys like me that wouldn't mind a more aggressive cruiser.

  • @110adventures7
    @110adventures7 Před rokem

    Having previously worked for HD in the UK I've been lucky enought to own both these bikes.
    For me the only thing the Iron scores over the Street is old school style and sound.
    Everything else is just better on the Street.
    Only gripe on the Street was foot peg position puts one foot too close to the pipe.

  • @khmaiaznboi89
    @khmaiaznboi89 Před 4 lety

    I have a street rod. I smoke my buddies sportser all-day Long even my buddy on the 1200 custom but in traffic I would rather have the low seat height and better ergonomics. I just did the fender eliminator, vastly improves the looks. I think the sportster is a easier bike to learn on because the torque on first gear, the street rod is not forgiving in first gear. There is a very tiny spot where the cable clutch goes from just slipping to full engage and the throttle is a bit two stroke ish.

  • @shawncarman5618
    @shawncarman5618 Před 3 lety

    How comfortable was the 883? Since you are 6'6 I thought I'd ask since I'm 6'5. Figured you would know lol! I really like the 883 and the looks.

  • @ttenebrisx3226
    @ttenebrisx3226 Před 6 měsíci

    Maybe you guys can help me then.. i have a street rod 750. Bought about 4 months ago.. it has the forward controlls (4 inches forward) im about 5'5 so not tall..
    Problem is ive dropped the bike twice. And ive never dropped anything before. Im thinking the width is one issue since the right foot is placed awkward on the ground. Second issue is the forward pegs force my legs and specifically the right hip into a weird spot.
    I went to HD sat on a iron and they seem much more comfortable however im worried that ill be dissapointed due to the power from the rod to the 883. The rod also looses its value heavy so i will loose a bit of money here in South Africa aelling it this quick..
    Any advice?

  • @LilLugWorkshop
    @LilLugWorkshop Před 6 lety +5

    Me and my dad have been looking to get these bikes me the street rod and my dad the iron we have a dealer that is selling both for 5500 each brand new we might be getting them for mountain road riding

  • @jyexe525
    @jyexe525 Před 4 lety

    How tall are you on the rod ? Thanks

  • @divyanshushukla29
    @divyanshushukla29 Před 6 lety +1

    Matt Can we put fat tyres on 883 as on HD 48?

  • @smarte.r.1450
    @smarte.r.1450 Před 5 lety +2

    great video and super helpful in pointing ne towards my purchase.. 883 it is