Best looking Harley hands down

@halvorson566

Жыл бұрын

That & the discontinued FXDR. I don’t get why they discontinued it, I’ve been trying to find one in good condition with reasonable miles for a decent price. All the ones in my 250 mile radius are either low miles &at least 5k over MSRP or high miles at MRSP give or take, or private sale looking abused for a high price since “it was a limited run, I know what I got”

Here’s what Harley Davidson does right. Building beautiful and bad ass bikes with paint work that has no competition. Life’s short, just buy the bike!

I stopped watching the news and everything got better! Love these videos Matt !

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Haha, yea the news makes you think everyone is dying and the world is ending

@shizuokaBLUES

4 жыл бұрын

Turned off the news, rented a field and am planting a vegetable garden. Riding my Harley. Working. Much better.

@FenTour

4 жыл бұрын

Me too. Not watched the news for about 9 weeks now. And yup Fat Bob is the perfect machine for such.

@matragnarson1849

4 жыл бұрын

Same , cut my news off after two months of 9/11

@Savage1776_

3 жыл бұрын

@gemini232003 all the News does is tell you that you're a racist and covid-19 is wiping everybody off the face of the planet

With apocalyptic times like these just the right bike to do social distancing..you all keep safe.

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Scoot Jockey agreed

I’m Gen Z and 100% feel that the fat bob is the best looking softail. That’s why I ride a 48, poor mans fat bob

@luckylepcha3653

4 жыл бұрын

What do you miss in your bike as compared to fatbob.

@goodvishnu

4 жыл бұрын

For us over here in india, the 48 and the fat bob are almost equally priced.

@nicodemus7784

4 жыл бұрын

i am hoping HD can deliver the 1250 custom, i really liked when someone called it the "baby fatbob"

@sivvinod3187

4 жыл бұрын

@@nicodemus7784 it looks like a cruiser-scrambler. If that makes any sense

@nicodemus7784

4 жыл бұрын

@@sivvinod3187 i saw the prototype photos. i just hope it has noticeably more power than the current 1200s and comes in priced decently and doesnt suck.

Had my FatBob for about 6months as my first Harley. I freaking love the bike. Style, power, and seriously the most fun I’ve had on a bike.

I freaking love the Fat Bob! Would love to have this one as my second bike.

The reason I bought my 2019 FXFBS was because of the Mad Max look. I loved the first 20 seconds of riding it. I went from riding Ducati's to riding a Fat Bob. This says a lot

@GS_Trophy

2 жыл бұрын

Have you driven the diavel? If so, how does it compare to the fat bob? I’m looking to buy one or the other in the next week.

I enjoy all your posts especially with the voice overs as you've had time to relax. Stay Safe and Strong

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for watching!

The Fat Bob - It took me quite a while to get used to this "post-apocalyptic" look. Now I really love how brutal this thing looks! Very good review btw

F it, I am 42 and this is going to be my first bike come september.

@williamkeefer7545

3 жыл бұрын

You won't be sorry I love my fat bob.

@mobileDubby

3 жыл бұрын

Did you get it

@citizenkane2836

3 жыл бұрын

Did u buy it

@luiscasal3099

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 43 and i bought a 2019 fat bob as my first bike on Nov 27th and i love it.

@guacamolehole9634

3 жыл бұрын

DO IT!

Great Vid Matt, love the fat bob. I’m kind of a Night Rod fan, if I could have a second bike, but the fat bob just might be more bad ass. This vid is just what I needed as I’m sick of the Pandemic. Great job as always, and please stay safe and healthy.

If something unfortunate happened to my FXDL I would SERIOUSLY consider the 2020 Fat Bob. I love that thing, and that headlight is pretty cool in my opinion. Look forward to a test ride sometime hopefully soon. Keep up the great work man

This big rides so well. Love my wicked red 2019

Great video Matt I really enjoyed it. Got my mind off things that's going on in this world for a moment. Thanks again for an awesome video. Ride safe and God bless

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could bring some enjoyment in tough times. Thanks for the comment. Thanks for watching

I have a 2012 Fatbob. Absolutely love it. Transitioned from a metric sport bike. Love the videos. Stay healthy!

Great job once again Matt. I just bought a 20' Fat Bob in performance orange. I owned a FXDX and a twin cam night train for many years. This M8 motor and softail chassis put the Dyna and old softail to SHAME in my opinion. This bike is awesome. I had a stage 1 done with S&S slip ons. If I ride conservatively I can get 50 mpg. The combination of power, handling and comfort is fantastic! Great intro with the Zombie theme, just luv it and all your videos. Don't change a thing in the way you do them. Hope your doing alright during this pandemic!

Just bought a 2020 FXFBS about three weeks ago. It's the best performing softail, period. Rips the lowrider S around the track. I love mine.

I’m very close to getting a 2022 white model here in Australia. Great review thank you.

@MattLaidlaw

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

I love my fxfb! The minute I sat down on the bob I fell in love with it!

I rode the Fat Bob, loved it, bought it. Best handling bike that is still a spirited fun ride and a perfect companion to my Road Glide

Another great video Matt. Apocalyptic style!

I agree, the fatbob is the most underrated, took one along the great ocean road in Victoria Australia and was blown away. Had already purchased a heritage classic which is also amazing. I aim to get a FB as a second bike. Great review man 👍👍👍

My absolute fav Harley. YOU have said it best!. ( as always) I consider you the King of Harley narration and reviews. Keep on keeping on. Laidlaw HD on my bucket list.

@MattLaidlaw

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I will. Thanks for watching.

Great video Matt. Looking at buying my own Fat Bob in Aus!!

Great video Matt. thanks for sharing. Cheers

Yours are the best reviews in the market. Period

I love the Fatbob. Awesome looking bike. Great video also Matt.

Love your videos Matt !

Just bought one (2018 FXFBS) with a stage 1 kit and nice exhaust. Happy man 😎

I love my 114 Fat Bob! Best Harley I have ever rode, and owned!

Matt, stay awesome! I wish my first bike would be bought from you!

Up to your usual cinematic standard Matt!

Great overall review with allot of usable points. i have the 18 fat bob and have had many bikes over the years (gixer, Hondas, V stars, gold wings, etc.) . This is my first Harley. That being said, this is the most fun and enjoyable bike i have ever had. the ride is great, manurable, stable, fast enough and sporty enough with comfort and the engine and overall feel when you ride it is amazing and just is a great feel. That engine has an amazing feel to it!!!! I personally like the styling and feel this is a great sport cruiser. Thank you Harely Davidson for this one !!!!

This is my first watch of one of your videos. Very nice - enjoyed it a lot. New subscriber!

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍🏻

Great Video. I have the 2019 Fatbob. Love it.

One of my favorite Dyna/Softail HD's. I liked it when it first came out as a Dyna. Then they hacked up the back end. Still had my attention. Then it switched over to the Softtail. I took one, and several other of the new Softail's, for a test ride when the factory truck was in town. I walked into the dealership to mull things over after my rides and there was a Sport Glide. This was the week they were released and there was not one on the truck. Off I went on a test ride on the Sport Glide and that is what sits in my garage. Dress it up or strip it down. The SG checked all the boxes for me, Stage III added at purchase. The M8 in the new Softail frame is a hell of package! One for everyone. And I've got bags to load up with. Thanks Matt another great video. Let's see a FLSB review.

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

The Sport Glide is a GREAT bike. Enjoy!

@carlito3624

4 жыл бұрын

Ugh I wish I could have sport glide bags on my fat bob. I bet those stage upgrades are banana !

@miketodd8640

4 жыл бұрын

@@carlito3624 I grin bigger every time I slide into the saddle.

Loved my Fat Bob! But with my bike being our only option and my wife loving to ride we had to make a change. Good review on a great bike.........Ride hard or stay home😎

Best 20k I ever spent

Honey smoked frickin ham!! That was awesome. Love the vids

"Honey Spiral FRICKEN Hams!" hahaha

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Haha

Just bought it. Absolute Beast. Stunning look. Incredibly nimble and so easy to ride (feels easier than Sportster). Insane quality of every single detail. Love it so much!

@AlexanderHonsVonEber

4 жыл бұрын

Timur Zhilenkov How is it on longer rides? Any back pain?? Love that look tho..

@Timzhil

4 жыл бұрын

@@AlexanderHonsVonEber No back pain whatsoever. But I did not yet rode more than 2 hours. I wanted to change the seat the first thing (into Mustang) but after riding for a while, decided not to for now - the seat is totally fine. The passenger seat real sucks. We fixed it by buying a Airhawk passenger pillion. Problem solved.

@Burzurk1987

2 жыл бұрын

Congratz! How is the power? You can pass and get around careless car drivers pretty easily?

@Timzhil

2 жыл бұрын

@@Burzurk1987 power is absolutely awesome! It's like a super fast tank. I can't even imagine a scenario when I'd need more power (except track riding, I guess).

I have a 114 Fat Bob with Stage 2 and it is so much fun to ride. I test rode most of the softails and the Fat Bob was easily my favorite. Great bike!

@robertstefl7498

4 жыл бұрын

Torque or up cam? How do you like the difference from stock?

@jbassbike1111

4 жыл бұрын

Robert Stefl I went with the torque cam. It really wakes it up.

I’d LOVE a video with a fatbob and lowrider s riding alongside like that!!! Finally a video conparing these 2 bikes🙏 thank you

Matt, thank you for the vid. Im really liking the fat Bob. I'll need to test ride that bad boy. I just got a 2019 Roadster from Bakersfield where I'm at. What kind f jacket are you wearing in your videos?

I now have the 2019 Street Glide Special, but upgraded from the 2015 FatBob and I tell you, I LOVED that bike. Sooo wish I could have kept both!

Great video! Had me rolling at times. Although 1. My wife rides (a Harley, almost as rare as Bigfoot) and 2. of the 3 I’d take a Fat Bob. Proud Street Bob rider!

Hey matt love your videos. I have owned 2 fatbobs 09. 2014 my favorite harley first one I ever owned. Ley my buddy ride he bought one aswell. For me its perfect. Keep up the good work.

Harley needs to offer an accessory crossbow/katana/shotgun holder, leather football shoulder pads with spikes sticking out, and mohawk motorcycle helmets. I'm on board with this.

It took a long time but I like the way those bikes look now Thank you for the video Matt take care

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

They've come a long way. Take care my friend

Got a Fatbob this winter. Tried it today ... damn it's snappy and great !

I love the new 2018+ Fat Bob, being so different than the normal HD Softail offering make it special. I applaud HD for thinking outside the box. I like everything but the mirrors which seem to be giving great views of your arms.

I just got back from visiting Harley Davidson in Grand Junction, Colorado. Love the 2020 Fat Bob 114 in Black. Perfect bike for me. I am 5’ 11” with long legs. The bike has a perfect height and feel, handle bars are great. Fell in love with it just by sitting on it. Can’t even begin to imagine what it will feel like on the road. It was raining today will come back Monday to stretch her legs on a test ride.

It's on my list of Softails I want to buy. A new one will be purchased soon.

This will be my next harley. Thanks Matt. Be safe.

I love my 2018 fatbob. Got a great deal from Matt back in the day.

I really hear you Matt..!! I’m 6’4” and 240 lbs.... Like you I came from a early age dirt bike school.. I’ve been a Triumph guy as a adult... I have put 14,000 miles on my most recent Triumph Adventurer 900 triple... BUT YOU ARE SPOT ON... it needs another gear and it needs a bigger engine... I’m really researching Harleys and going all around on what is the next bike for me... when this pandemic loosens up a bit... I’ll be in to talk to your guys and start sitting on the bikes and test rides... I dig the Fat Bob and the out of the box look and hopefully nimble feel... I’m a short road trip to the multiple canyons in my area above Santa Barbara area... AWSOME VIDEO..!!

Never really been interested in a Harley, but this has definitely got my attention

Lovin it Tall. Thanks for sharing

I have a question matt, i own 2018 day bob. i have heard that the wind screens on the fat bob are not very good and cause alot of turbulence is this true? They are expensive so not sure if it's worth the investment. Also im on my third Speedo due to the condensation issue, is harley working on a fix for these? Thanks for the great video.

My dad just picked up one of these (pre-Corona). As a naked sportbike rider, I honestly love the look of the thing. He hasn't let me ride it yet, but I'm looking forward to it.

Great video, Matt! I wouldn't trade my Lowrider for any other bike. It's just a perfect all around bike for me. It's got great stability and range on a highway, and yet it's nimble enough for twisty roads and busy city traffic. Fat Bob is cool, it handles like a bicycle and launches like a rocket, and Lowrider S is more performance oriented than a standard version. But I wanted a "Jack of all trades" bike and I got it. Love it!

YESSSS another video on the fatbob❤️❤️

@carlito3624

4 жыл бұрын

Alex I LOVE SEEING MATTS FATBOB VIDS!!!

I have a 103 breakout but I have tried the Fat Bob and it’s a wonderful bike. I hope Harley will renew it in the future with some new rounded front headlamps maybe with some stylish DRL. Anyway it’s comfy, plenty powerful and runs very well

This bike grew on me. That headlight is dope and that fat tire is just a cool chunky design. The tank needs to be a 5 gallon though.

Thanks to, and for all of your rave reviews, a 23 gray haze fat bob is my first HD ever, after about 30 street bikes of all types. It's also the only cruiser in my current stable.

Trying to buy an exhaust for my Street Bob but can’t seem to get one due to California regulations. Any suggestions? Love the vids btw! Liked,subscribed, bell icon.

lol I I like the way you challenge. I don't have one of those bikes . I have a RK and totally love it . like the Vids . keep doing what you do.

Hey Matt! What an awesome video. Beautiful evil bike and an even better vid🔥!!! Your explanations and advices are just on point. As a Harley newbie I have one question though. How tall are you and would you recommend the Fat Bob to taller people? I’m 190 cm (I‘m from Germany and don‘t know the inches 😁) - do you think that fits on a Fat Bob or would it look goofy? Thanks for the help and just keep up your great work. When i‘m in Cali I definetely step by!! Cheers from Germany 😎

I get a solid 180-200 miles/tank out of my FatBob. I have to be hitting it really hard to get less than 170. Love the video Matt!

I have about 13k on my 2018 114...I absolutely love this bike. I was riding a '14 street Bob and, living in the mountains, I was running out of brakes and needing to drop A LOT of money upgrading suspension and brakes (Dyna Bros know what I'm talking about)...so I rode a few of the new softails but the mean look, the suspension/brakes, and the performance totally sold me. I hated the bars and went to 12" mx t-bars, changed a few other things, but this is an incredibly solid bike. If you're thinking about it, now's the time to pull the trigger. 🤘

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment from an actual owner. Yes, this thing will blow away the Dyna Street bob, Stock for Stock,

I seriously considered this bike but went with the 2020 LRS instead. One thing that kept me away was the smaller tank size. I ride a lot and loath filling up constantly. Looks wise it's lovely.

I’m now 55 years old and still love my heavy road glide ultra. If I buy on other bike in the future, it will be this fat bob

Choosing between a 2020 FXDR and a Fat Bob also 2020. Have had a bunch of bikes during the 80:s, 90:s sold my last bike 12 years ago but can’t wait to get a new one. Which one would you recommend?

By far my favorite Harley !

Rode the softail standard. It was ok. 2 days later I stopped at a different dealer and was convinced to try the fatbob. Ended up riding it home.

Matt, I need help choosing between a Dyna street bob and a Softail street bob. test rode the Softail and loved it but the Dyna comes with bars, an exhaust, and a seat. which one do you think is the overall better bike in your honest opinion. Also, which one do you think would be more reliable. this will be my first Harley.

I’ve never ridden this bike or sat on one but it really catches my eye. I have a brand new breakout and love it but really want to try one of these.

definitely love to try the Fat Bob .... love the style ... love how you said that its nibble .... i used to ride kawasaki 600, which kill my wrists these days ..... and for shorter rider. its awesome

@mattlaidlaw 5'10 240lb new rider, only did MSS course, would this bike be a good first bike?

Love the Fat Bob. I have the 2020 model and the first thing I did was put the Screaming Eagle Black slip on Mufflers and a Stage IV kit through it. The only real issues I had with the bike is, the seat was uncomfortable after a few hundred kilometres, so I put the Harley Sundowner which also gives the pillion a better ride. Also, as a design feature, I would raise the display up to the handlebars as you have to take your eyes off the road for several seconds to see it. Not a great idea at any speed. I also have cruise control, more to keep the bike at signposted speeds as it's too easy to find yourself well over the speed limit if you're not careful. All in all, definitely the best bike I've ever owned and you can't keep the grin from my face. I put 8,000 km on the bike in the first 6 weeks I owned it. Just awesome.

I bought a 2018 fat bob I love this bike. my question is how are the wider tires on wet road traction,your videos is awesome.

Loves the video and love the Fatbob. Good stuff!

Hey Matt, what jacket is it that you wear in all your videos ?

I’m 6’4 and I think I may be to tall for this ride .. any suggestion for taller riders ? Looking for a ripper high speed

Always looked past this bike, but had the chance to demo it over the weekend, this will be my second bike when not on my road glide. This bike has a great rider position for both me 5’10” and my wife 5’5”, seat is very comfortable, bike rips around city streets and stays planted in corners. Don’t look past it give it a try. Just fun to ride.

The tail section. Between round turn signals lights. Is that an actual running light or is it just a reflector.

So Matt, which bikes are large size for guys like me who are over 100 kg persons. CVO and Trike?

I’m more of a sport bike person but when I’m older I’ll 100% go for the fat bob it’s sporty looking but is a cruiser and looks AMAZING

I REALLY like this bike! I'm 6'5" and 300 lbs and this and the Fat Boy are the best fitting ergos outside of a touring bike. I want a Harley but I do NOT want a Touring bike for my first. If you had a customer that was too big for "beginner" bikes, would you recommend the Fat Bob or Fat Boy softails?

Matt, I think I fell in love with this bike all over again.

@MattLaidlaw

4 жыл бұрын

Haha glad I could facilitate that for you. I did too

@carlito3624

4 жыл бұрын

AMEN!

Which is more comfortable on bad maintained roads between this Fat Bob and a Sportster or 48 ? Also considering aftermarket suspensions ? More generally, are Sportsters more comfortable than Softails on potholes and bad roads ? Thanks !

I almost bought a Fat Bob in 2018 but went with the KTM Super Duke 1290r. The SD was lighter and more horsepower. Eventhough I raced motocross and flat track, I like safety tech. The SD as well as most Premium European bikes offer stability control with IMU and cornering ABS/cornering TC standard for safety. Love Color TFT dashes.

dude i bought a 2018 fat boy. got off a softail slim, can you advise me on a better seat from HD, that is more comfortable than stock. i am 5 foot 8, wife want s to ride on back. appreciate your comments maybe a one piece seat

Hey Matt, would you recommend this for commuting?

i want one, as soon as i can i'm going to get down there and make a purchase...

Having said the Fat Bob was my favorite looking bike, I also loved the FXDR and V ROD. I like unique things. Detroit auto seems only knows how to do retro so I usually buy European cars and bikes. Tesla has changed me recently on the car front. Nice video

Hi mat can you help me looking at turning the mirrors Down my on the fat bob 2018 I know that the mirrors will hit the tank if you use the ones the bike comes with.. is there a mirror that will fit and not hit the tank on full lock. Can you try a few and let me know. Thanks

@watermusic711

3 жыл бұрын

Extenders

Fat Bob was my favorite dyna, and remains my favorite softail.

What’s the most hp you’ve seen out of a 114/117 fully modified, yet still covered by the warranty? (This would include mods that increase displacement to whatever happens after 117 lol)