Test Rode Low Rider at Americade
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 3,145
Likes: 2,910
From: New York
Test Rode Low Rider at Americade
Spent the afternoon at Americade yesterday and test rode a Low Rider, Street Bob, Softail Slim and an Ultra. Also was able to ride a 1200 Sporty for 130 miles but that's another story. Americade at Lake George, NY is cool because they send you out by yourself on a 17 mile course through side roads and back on the Thruway so you get some twisties and inter-state. I am the owner of a 2013 FXDC which I really enjoy. The things I needed to adjust on my bike were the handlebar location ( added the 4 inch HD riser) and seat (Mean City Cycles rebuild). The stock Low Rider's adjustable riser is a great feature. The stock seat felt very plush. The exhaust note was great if a bit muffled. I may be wrong but I swear the Low Rider pulled better than the Street Bob pull through 4500 RPM perhaps due to the 2 into 1 exhaust. It definitely sounded better and was more comfy than the stock single seat on the BOB. Both of them were much better rides than the Slim and the Sporty. As others have said the grips on the Low Rider are same as a Sporty which is smaller in diameter than the norm.
If I didn't own the Super Glide I would be buying the Low Rider without a doubt. The mag wheels, tach/speedo combo, 2 into 1 exhaust, adjustable bars, comfortable seat and just overall looks etc are absolute winners.
BTW the Ultra is like nothing else. If you have not ridden one you have to try it. It's a half of car to maneuver on foot but once it's rolling its just a motorcycle. And where 90 MPH on a Dyna was " invigorating" on the Ultra it was like being on my Lazy Boy. Sick...
If I didn't own the Super Glide I would be buying the Low Rider without a doubt. The mag wheels, tach/speedo combo, 2 into 1 exhaust, adjustable bars, comfortable seat and just overall looks etc are absolute winners.
BTW the Ultra is like nothing else. If you have not ridden one you have to try it. It's a half of car to maneuver on foot but once it's rolling its just a motorcycle. And where 90 MPH on a Dyna was " invigorating" on the Ultra it was like being on my Lazy Boy. Sick...
Last edited by Antonio Balls; Jun 4, 2014 at 02:14 PM.
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 406
Likes: 2
From: Brownsburg, IN
[mag wheels, dual disk, 2 into 1, tach/speedo] Four things that really stick out to me. I'd consider it. Not crazy about the low stance. I'd have to ride and see. Lighter weight is also a plus (I'm comparing to my FatBob).
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 3,145
Likes: 2,910
From: New York
Rooti you have a good memory. 
I said previously the stock grips are for people with "elfin" hands and the booster seat as well as the super-adjustable bars make it perfect for smallerish people AKA females. I still would switch the grips ASAP. My 5'9" body is perfect for flying fighter jets, racing F-1 cars, playing attack in lacrosse and riding a Dyna with mid-controls. Good things come in smallerish packages.
I said previously the stock grips are for people with "elfin" hands and the booster seat as well as the super-adjustable bars make it perfect for smallerish people AKA females. I still would switch the grips ASAP. My 5'9" body is perfect for flying fighter jets, racing F-1 cars, playing attack in lacrosse and riding a Dyna with mid-controls. Good things come in smallerish packages.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 5,477
Likes: 5
From: New Braunfels, Texas
Ya I remembered your initial impression of the low and what the salesman said.
One thing I can't believe is that you did not try out the new road king...I thought you would be all over that b.
PS watch out for the bad witch
One thing I can't believe is that you did not try out the new road king...I thought you would be all over that b.
PS watch out for the bad witch
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 3,145
Likes: 2,910
From: New York
I was on the waiting list for the Road King or Street Glide when the sky opened up. Made it a business trip so only able to steal one day. My mistake was taking a new 1200 Sportster I was offered from 9:30 to 12:30. Could not resist riding alone through the Adirondacks. Went astray a bit and came across a guy who failed to negotiate a sweeper and took a header so had to wait for help. If I knew it was going to rain I would have just ridden every Harley on the 17 mile loop. Live and learn...
Supporter
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 2,434
Likes: 292
From: Earth
Trending Topics
Club Member
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 1,921
Likes: 241
From: Southeast Texas
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 326
Likes: 54
From: Westmoreland,N.H.
Spent the afternoon at Americade yesterday and test rode a Low Rider, Street Bob, Softail Slim and an Ultra. Also was able to ride a 1200 Sporty for 130 miles but that's another story. Americade at Lake George, NY is cool because they send you out by yourself on a 17 mile course through side roads and back on the Thruway so you get some twisties and inter-state. I am the owner of a 2013 FXDC which I really enjoy. The things I needed to adjust on my bike were the handlebar location ( added the 4 inch HD riser) and seat (Mean City Cycles rebuild). The stock Low Rider's adjustable riser is a great feature. The stock seat felt very plush. The exhaust note was great if a bit muffled. I may be wrong but I swear the Low Rider pulled better than the Street Bob pull through 4500 RPM perhaps due to the 2 into 1 exhaust. It definitely sounded better and was more comfy than the stock single seat on the BOB. Both of them were much better rides than the Slim and the Sporty. As others have said the grips on the Low Rider are same as a Sporty which is smaller in diameter than the norm.
If I didn't own the Super Glide I would be buying the Low Rider without a doubt. The mag wheels, tach/speedo combo, 2 into 1 exhaust, adjustable bars, comfortable seat and just overall looks etc are absolute winners.
BTW the Ultra is like nothing else. If you have not ridden one you have to try it. It's a half of car to maneuver on foot but once it's rolling its just a motorcycle. And where 90 MPH on a Dyna was " invigorating" on the Ultra it was like being on my Lazy Boy. Sick...
If I didn't own the Super Glide I would be buying the Low Rider without a doubt. The mag wheels, tach/speedo combo, 2 into 1 exhaust, adjustable bars, comfortable seat and just overall looks etc are absolute winners.
BTW the Ultra is like nothing else. If you have not ridden one you have to try it. It's a half of car to maneuver on foot but once it's rolling its just a motorcycle. And where 90 MPH on a Dyna was " invigorating" on the Ultra it was like being on my Lazy Boy. Sick...
my brother just bought an ultra limited. he calls it "the road sofa"..
