Harley Davidson Sportster Forty Eight Full Review W/ Cobra Speedster 909!

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In todays video we review this fantastic looking Harley Davidson Sportster 48 fitted with the great Cobra Speedster 909 exhaust system. what do you think of the 48, especially with this exhaust? We'd like to know your thoughts.
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  • @SteveTemplePilot
    @SteveTemplePilot3 жыл бұрын

    I just picked one up. I'm head over heels for it. I'm also 6'3" and it feels perfect to me. I'm going to have this bike for the rest of my life.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Yes the riding position is plenty roomy enough. Have fun!

  • @olrikparlez3152

    @olrikparlez3152

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sportys were always much more nimble. I had a 1200r and could rip around city corners like a kid with a new bicycle.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@olrikparlez3152 💯👍🏼

  • @adamriese3610

    @adamriese3610

    2 жыл бұрын

    im 6ft2 and doing my license. I hope i fit it because the big ones are too expensive and too heavy. I can afford bigger ones but i dont want to...

  • @khrisstake2210

    @khrisstake2210

    3 ай бұрын

    You still got it?

  • @jacquesduplessis6175
    @jacquesduplessis61753 жыл бұрын

    That was a great review👌 At 6foot, I’m much happier even considering this bike now. And yes, it’s arguable one of the best looking Harleys ever.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy. It sure is a great looking bike!

  • @donhenderson5100
    @donhenderson51002 жыл бұрын

    Just a beautiful motorcycle. Sportster is the only retro-classic that is still the best. I am 62 years old, 6' tall and they turn my head whenever I see one. Go for a ride, park in garage, then sit back and admire it. Love your format. Thanks

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right on! We're not so keen on the new generation Nightster and Sportster S - what do you think?

  • @donhenderson5100

    @donhenderson5100

    2 жыл бұрын

    I do feel HD need something different to answer the Indian Scout. I love the air cooled, pushrod engine. But I shudder to considering purchasing an automobile from the late 80s design. The Sportster Evo motor has been updated, but again, look at the Scout. I'm hopeful the new versions will grow on me. I am optimistic!

  • @bradhey
    @bradhey3 жыл бұрын

    Harleys are all about sheer style, character, engine rumble, brethren and old school motorcycling.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes definitely

  • @robw7676
    @robw7676 Жыл бұрын

    I like the fact they are compact. It makes them look more old fashioned.

  • @Fifthstone1
    @Fifthstone110 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the review. I’ve owned this bike in the same color way for a year now. Love it.

  • @hhenryf.8
    @hhenryf.811 ай бұрын

    Love my 2019, 48! I blacked it out, and did a Stage 3 kit. Plenty of zip! Great review!!

  • @robertjennings7433
    @robertjennings74333 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, thank you very much for this, I love the Father and Son critique it is really good, I like getting the younger and older perspective! Good job guys!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Robert. Be sure to have a look through our videos tab on the channel 👍🏼

  • @jeremyneufeld6541
    @jeremyneufeld65414 жыл бұрын

    Have a 48 Special. Awesome bike. True HD sound, rumble, and vibrations. The 48 has a HUGE rider triangle. I've ridden several new Softail models and they all are cramped so bad. I'm 5' 9" and I can stretch way out on it. Makes it feel much larger.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes the 48 sounds incredible! Absolutely spot on with your observations Jeremy 👊🏼

  • @gcosmos960
    @gcosmos9604 жыл бұрын

    Got the 48 amazing bike!! Don't care about others comments if it's a girl bike or not

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    G Cosmos Yes it’s water off a ducks back! We love it!

  • @MotorcycleRiderUK
    @MotorcycleRiderUK3 жыл бұрын

    Probably ideal size for me at 5'8. Really fancy a cruiser as it suits my style of riding. Great video, thank you. I do enjoy revisiting reviews

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes definitely. The 48 is a cool bike!

  • @edwardcoviello8430
    @edwardcoviello84303 жыл бұрын

    Nice video . You have done a fair evaluation of the bike. You guys know your stuff !

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 💯👍🏼

  • @Tony455HO
    @Tony455HO4 жыл бұрын

    Once again, great video and great review. That exhaust sounds real throaty when the bike is idling, love it, I agree being a bit small bike for guys over 6". Ride safe. Cheers!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tony! Yes that exhaust is really nice!

  • @onlyhereonce7290

    @onlyhereonce7290

    4 жыл бұрын

    The exhaust is perfect. Deep. Not loud.

  • @slyguyaction
    @slyguyaction4 жыл бұрын

    I have a 2013 Sportster 72 and I love it. Little bit of old school chopper with the skinny 21” front wheel, long forks and finished in one of the optional “Hard Candy Custom” big metal flake colors. Plenty of low end torque and higher rpm horsepower. The 1200cc v-twin sounds excellent with aftermarket exhaust and a tuner. With the mini-ape handle bars, the rider triangle is comfortable. 2.1 gallon tank requires plenty of stops for fuel but they’re quick and you’re back on the road in no time. Really good review. Absolutely superb. Ride safe...

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ryan's V-Twin Vlogs Nice bike! You don’t see too many if them here. 👊🏼

  • @slyguyaction

    @slyguyaction

    4 жыл бұрын

    MrDarcy & the Ol'Man, Thanks man!

  • @TheVintagesteal
    @TheVintagesteal3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds really really nice, not annoying or begging for attention. Beautiful bike , I would take it in a heartbeat. Bottom line should be: if YOU like it that's the bike for you regardless of outside opinions. Great review!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Couldn't agree more! Thanks buddy!

  • @robbyclark6915
    @robbyclark69153 жыл бұрын

    Every single Harley sportster is just a great looking bike! They are all dripping with cool.....😎🏍

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes absolutely 👍🏼

  • @brophster6869
    @brophster68693 жыл бұрын

    Great video! love the Forty-eight!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes it's a great bike

  • @markhenry192
    @markhenry1924 жыл бұрын

    I had a hard candy black/gold one with Progressive 444 shocks, mini apes, SE stage i and leather seat looked awesome and as you say a work of art. I sold summer gone for a softail Low Rider. I miss that 48 a lot but it was so restricting in terms of comfort, distance you could travel and crucially for me stability at higher speeds. If money was no issue I would still have that bike sitting alongside the Low Rider. Nice review and great sounding pipes.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    mark henry It was nice to get back on the 48 after so long. It’s still a nice bike but you’re right about it restricting the distance you can travel etc

  • @joereed7326
    @joereed73263 жыл бұрын

    Like the comparisons between HD model's,

  • @peterraps857
    @peterraps8574 жыл бұрын

    Ok this is the one. I’ll have it delivered. Ok I have zero experience, but I plan to work up to it. I’m a US Army veteran. I think I’ll be fine. So excited!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s great! The 48 is a lovely bike and is an easy ride for novices so you’ll be fine. It’s rewarding too when you get more riding experience 💯👍

  • @DexterDexter123
    @DexterDexter1232 жыл бұрын

    this bike looks so different with diff people and diff bars. great review. I'm obsessed with these. I was worried about the size, but at 6ft nothing i think it'll be ok/

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yea it’s a cracking looking bike 💯

  • @HooMeye
    @HooMeye4 жыл бұрын

    Always had kind of sporty naked bikes. Last 2 bikes were the Ducati Streetfighter and Yamaha MT-10. Never had a HD or even a cruiser. Did my first ride on a HD Sportster 48 one year ago. Really liked it, the ride and the looks. But the sales guys told me this is a small bike compared to my body size. Perhaps I should also try bigger bikes. Then did rides on Softails. Street Bob, Fat Bob and Fat Boy. Ended up buying the 2019 Fat Boy. Best looking HD in my opinion. The ride is very relaxed, not rushed. Love it. But when I am at the dealer I still look at the 48.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Who Ami We love the Fat Boy! Good choice!

  • @quantumcase999
    @quantumcase9992 жыл бұрын

    Best bike channel on KZread! The boys kill it

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @233277
    @2332774 жыл бұрын

    Great review!!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Daniel Candelaria thank you!

  • @BicepsAndBikinis
    @BicepsAndBikinis4 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful bike! Mr Darcy is right about it looking small from behind with you on it

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Biceps&Bikinis Haha yes I’m an ape

  • @arsenvokrug4198
    @arsenvokrug41983 жыл бұрын

    Great review! After a test ride, I love the 48. Only reason I got the XL Custom instead was the ridiculously small tank. I’m sure hd could have squeezed in an extra us gal, without a noticeable change of tank shape!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes the tank is tiny 👍🏼

  • @stephenfleming7056
    @stephenfleming70564 жыл бұрын

    Great Review, I almost bought one but on the test ride I had the pegs down too easy on a roundabout. Payed a bit more for a Street Bob in the end, but It would be nice to have one of these as well if cash allowed.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Stephen Fleming theyre a wonderful bike, the street bob is still one of my favourite Harleys

  • @Cool_Rider25
    @Cool_Rider254 жыл бұрын

    i am a great fan of v&h short shots, but after seeing your mini-grenades video of the 883, my whole perspective from all these years have changed, and especially how mr.darcy explains that the mini-grenades has got that deep rumble rather than the popping sound, you know i wished you could have made the same mini-grenade video on a 1200cc like a forty eight or custom, then the sound would be even more wicked!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes short shots are the go-to pipes, but there are many alternatives that give different tones.

  • @minibud6654
    @minibud6654 Жыл бұрын

    Top review and bike ✌️

  • @michis.9888
    @michis.98884 жыл бұрын

    Hello from Germany, first i wanna say i am am a big fan of the way your reviews are made. Keep up the good work! Now my opinion concerning the bike: The Sportster models in general are essy to ride, perform very well, absolutely nimble etc. But: They are nothing for a tall person. I am 6' 2" and 225 pounds (for metric people: 1,88m and 102 Kg) and every Sporty looks like a pocket bike underneath me. It seems to be really tiny. Furthermore the tank is to small and i don't like wheels of cast aluminium very much. I prefer spoke wheels. But i think the sporty is a good bike for smaller persons (male and female), especially if they are beginners. And last but not least, the sportys are the best performing bikes in the harley family

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support buddy! Much appreciated. I agree with you. 💪🏻

  • @sprucelodge
    @sprucelodge3 жыл бұрын

    Had a 48 for a few months loved the look of it but quite harsh ride , felt very solid compared to the larger harleys ,

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes there's not much suspension travel on it. The Softails are a better ride.

  • @xperimental1974
    @xperimental19743 жыл бұрын

    thats how Harley Davidson engine sound should be!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes it’s nice isn’t it

  • @Mrfacts_ge

    @Mrfacts_ge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah

  • @bloodstockvip2176
    @bloodstockvip21763 жыл бұрын

    I owned a new 2016 harley 48 for about a year, it was a great bike, highly recommended if you have plenty of fuel stations along your way

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha yes exactly 👍🏼

  • @bloodstockvip2176

    @bloodstockvip2176

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan genuinely a fantastic bike, now I have a Breakout!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@bloodstockvip2176 awesome!

  • @bloodstockvip2176

    @bloodstockvip2176

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan really is, was a 103 stage one now it's a shredder stage V 110 and epic 🤘

  • @DORSIAKILL
    @DORSIAKILLАй бұрын

    Great for getting around the city! I would get one and I'm 6'4

  • @freon81
    @freon814 жыл бұрын

    Great review as always! Especially that sportster range is something that I’m investigating at the moment 😉have you ever tried iron 1200 from the new range? Looking forward to seeing a review on this one from yourselves.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy! We’re reviewing a new Iron very soon (not sure if it’s the 1200). We’ve been knocked back because of Covid19 bit bikes are slowly becoming available again for us

  • @freon81

    @freon81

    4 жыл бұрын

    MrDarcy & the Ol'Man please do a review on 1200 ! It would be great if you could!

  • @davidmargetts821
    @davidmargetts8214 жыл бұрын

    I like the style of this bike. Obviously the bike is limited to short distance hops, but I could happily ride within those limitations a lot of the time. I'd go from burger bar to burger bar, providing each burger bar had a petrol filling station. But then I'd get so fat so fat that I'd outgrow the bike and need to get a Heritage Classic to haul myself around.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    David Margetts Good points. Go vegan instead 🤓

  • @dougschneider5948
    @dougschneider59483 жыл бұрын

    Good review.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Doug!

  • @jayteesgear
    @jayteesgear3 жыл бұрын

    Damn you Ol Man 😂! Ive been wantin one but felt like I should go bigger & get a Standard but now I want the 48 again! 😂😁

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    We’ve just bought a Standard! The 48 is result nice but it looks a bit smaller

  • @jayteesgear

    @jayteesgear

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan i saw the new standard pics! How do you like it?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Darcy here, I love it! Haven’t actually ridden it yet. It’s not even had its pdi! We have of course ridden the street bob 107 which is pretty much the same bike and it’s probably one of the best harleys especially because of the value for money!

  • @frozenfish7918
    @frozenfish79183 жыл бұрын

    Sounds soooo good.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    For sure!

  • @MrAndrew1953
    @MrAndrew19534 жыл бұрын

    Very good review. I rode a Sportster back in the eighties. Vibration was unbearable. I'm 5'8. Actually liked the mini-ape hangars. Can you get a bigger tank? I prefer the twin disc Roadster 1200. A good round town commute bike. Motor from the left hand side is a beauty.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andrew👍 A lot of people do swap the tank for a bigger one. It’s a good looking bike from all angles

  • @danilocapellan1316
    @danilocapellan13164 жыл бұрын

    Is a great looking bike.

  • @waynebuckley5258
    @waynebuckley52583 жыл бұрын

    Great bike cool jacket

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy 👍🏼

  • @Jtdubbzz
    @Jtdubbzz2 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love the look of this bike… fun ride, too. I’m very much considering this with the Billiard Blue tank… between that and a Black Dyna Street Bob with a 103… bigger bike but not as much of a nimble bar hopper with this killer styling. Neither are girls bikes considering girls can ride whatever the hell they want. Also, I’m a fairly experienced rider and don’t find the ‘48 too small whatsoever. Cheers

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes they’re great! I had one a few years ago and loved it 👍🏼

  • @Stevo736
    @Stevo736 Жыл бұрын

    I love the look of these bikes but I'm 6'6" so it might look a tad small but I have a Honda CB200 in my collection but I still ride it (or did) and that is small lol

  • @rickyS204
    @rickyS204 Жыл бұрын

    Questi scarichi sono molto rumorosi? Avete mai misurato i decibel?

  • @dombower
    @dombower Жыл бұрын

    Don’t even ride bikes but I really want this bike

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe you need to get your motorcycle license 😉

  • @dombower

    @dombower

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan will do for my 40th next year. But maybe I’m joining the club too late? Might just buy one as a piece of art. An investment An inflation hedge.

  • @joecamel6835

    @joecamel6835

    Жыл бұрын

    @@dombower Never too late .

  • @dombower

    @dombower

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joecamel6835 joining soon, done my cbt, passed my theory, now just to do some lessons on the bigger bike and get the a license next year

  • @605pilot

    @605pilot

    10 ай бұрын

    40 is not too old! I started riding when I was 54 years old on a Harley Nighster XL1200N after taking a Harley sponsored riding class. I’m 69 years old.

  • @frogwaffle7
    @frogwaffle73 жыл бұрын

    Sic bike friend!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro

  • @parkeslife4323
    @parkeslife43233 жыл бұрын

    Throw the Ol' Man on a 72. 👍🏻

  • @Tormundisc00l
    @Tormundisc00l2 жыл бұрын

    I'm getting one of these as a new rider and I have some questions. How do you hang on? The seat seems like it doesn't have much of a shelf to hold you in place, and you can't grip the tank with your knees without cooking your legs on the engine. I know you hold onto the handlebars but you don't want to be holding on too tight because they're also how you steer. Maybe these questions will seem silly once I take the permit course but I thought I would ask.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great! Perfectly good question. It’s like riding a horse; you stay on with your balance and the seat plays little. Only the immensely powerful bikes really need a supportive seat to keep you on

  • @ClotildeJimenezArt
    @ClotildeJimenezArt3 жыл бұрын

    I think the bike looks a bit too small for me but I’m planning on changing the rear shocks and taller seat and hopefully I will sit a little taller on it at 6’1

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s got a really good riding position; it just can look small to other people 👍🏼

  • @esr243
    @esr2433 жыл бұрын

    Actually, your review was among those I felt were straight. As a result, I bought a brand new one two months ago.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and that’s awesome! 👍🏼

  • @craighaydcore
    @craighaydcore3 жыл бұрын

    The sporsters 1200 are the second fastest over the quarter mile behind the vrod.

  • @ray847
    @ray8472 жыл бұрын

    Actually compared to any other modern roadster (yamaha mt09, honda cb1000r, kawazaki z1, etc. it is bigger at least a lot longer : ) Only because it is lower to the ground people see it as a smaller bike.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes absolutely spot on. 💯

  • @luaticurudelaguru
    @luaticurudelaguru3 жыл бұрын

    Hey. Curious, can you check the Benelli 502c? Not same price range, and you did one Benelli already...

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s not an easy make for us to get tbh

  • @LeftyOtool
    @LeftyOtool4 жыл бұрын

    Great video. How long have you been riding?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I’ve been riding since I was 7

  • @yourcrapp
    @yourcrapp4 жыл бұрын

    i was dead set on buying a Triumph Boneville T120, but now I found this, fuck! its gorgeous, great looking bike. I will have to test rid it. im 6`1 so maybe its to small for me?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes it's a real beauty but it is a bit small to look at - not to ride, because it feels just fine, but somehow tall riders look large on the 48. Definitely have a ride. And nothing sounds as good as a V-Twin!

  • @bmax98
    @bmax984 жыл бұрын

    What set of forwards is on that bike? I really like the set up!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's all standard apart from the exhaust pipe!

  • @DaveGreen-xq1wc
    @DaveGreen-xq1wc3 ай бұрын

    I love my 48 I’m 5,8 tall it’s perfect for me

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 ай бұрын

    Awesome 👍🏼

  • @aapddd
    @aapddd3 жыл бұрын

    I'm 6 ft 2 but am seriously considering one. It looks awesome and sounds legit ! Plenty of poke too. You think it's tall enough ?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    The thing is, it's got a roomy riding position and is fine for your height. It will look small but not feel small.

  • @astroman1387

    @astroman1387

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm 6'2 & love my 48, it's my daily

  • @drsparwaga
    @drsparwaga2 жыл бұрын

    Do you guys know if the front wheel of the 48 can be put on the Iron 883? Im thinking of adding Shinko 130/90-16 in the front and Shinko 170/70-16 in the back. According to people I read who have done it, they claim they fit without having to adjust anything.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m not sure really. I think so., however, it’s a smaller diameter and that will adversely affect the rake of the steering

  • @drsparwaga

    @drsparwaga

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan Ill see what will happen. Have not read one negative review from people who did add bigger wheels on it. Some have added even bigger wheels than I have in mind, but they had to change a few things to make it work. It’s not a priority on my list, just a future project. Im buying all the other addons/mods that I wanted and the bike doesnt have in Nov and Dec. Probably will ask to have them installed in Jan. If you guys are interested to review the bike when it’s done, Ill be happy to let you.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@drsparwaga if you change both front and rear that will not alter the geometry. If you only change the front, the rake angle will be steeper which will lose stability

  • @drsparwaga

    @drsparwaga

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan I was planning to change both at the same time👍

  • @Le-sx4wl
    @Le-sx4wl3 жыл бұрын

    I’m 6.2. What would be the better choice for me ; Forty-eight, sportster iron, softtail or street Bob?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good question. Softails are bigger than the Sportsters. Street Bob or Softail Standard would be fine and really good value

  • @joelwagner4419
    @joelwagner44194 жыл бұрын

    I'm thinking about buying a 48, but I don't know if I'm to tall for the bike. How tall are you both in the (great) video?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Joel Wagner thanks Joel! Ol Man is 6’3” and Darcy is 6’1. It actually has a perfectly roomy riding position but some people will say it looks too small, even though it feels fine.

  • @joelwagner4419

    @joelwagner4419

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan thanks for your answer, keep it up.

  • @fleshpie2129
    @fleshpie21293 жыл бұрын

    What do you prefer? This or Triumph Bonneville Bobber?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    The 48 definitely. Better sound, not twitchy, easy to ride

  • @spruceguitar
    @spruceguitar Жыл бұрын

    Nice! What is the price for one of these? I keep seeing Harley Cobras at just over 1K is that real? Always thought a Harley cost 35K and up..

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Look at your local HD dealership 👍🏼

  • @This_is_My_Story
    @This_is_My_Story4 жыл бұрын

    I agree, it looks way to small for your build. Great review 😁🤙 However, if you turned it into a bobber or cafe racer then she will pass 😉🤙

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Khalil Al Janahi Yes I do look like a big sack of potatoes from behind lol. Feels fine though!

  • @This_is_My_Story

    @This_is_My_Story

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan nah, more like the Hulk on a Honda Monkey. Only that Heritage fits you like a glove. Any new upgrades done?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Khalil Al Janahi Haha yes! My first bike was a Honda ST70 in the 1970’s! No changes to Heritage Classic yet, but I’m going to get a tuner and Apes with less pullback next year.

  • @This_is_My_Story

    @This_is_My_Story

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan lol, we all had one and looking at them now they look so small. I finally got mine on 16s factory 47 Vicla in black and with the tunner I picked up the V&Hs FP3 plugged in but not yet tuned it as I'm happy with the performance so far. But will start a tune soon and see what's the difference. Cant wait to see what you do next on the heritage..

  • @user-sw2lv3zp6o
    @user-sw2lv3zp6o3 жыл бұрын

    Those pipes ARE loud enough, young man. I'd love one of these, but you should see the price in Thailand. Thankfully, the nearest dealer is in Bangkok, and I'm right up north, so I can't make a spontaneous purchase.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha Darcy wants to be deafened

  • @montha123

    @montha123

    3 жыл бұрын

    There is a main Harley dealer in chiang mai too , Richco Harley Davidson

  • @user-sw2lv3zp6o

    @user-sw2lv3zp6o

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@montha123 I found that out later. Thanks.

  • @tonybland9226
    @tonybland92263 жыл бұрын

    great review shame about the wind noise though

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro! Yes all sorted now of course. We had mic problems in the early days

  • @tonybland9226

    @tonybland9226

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan nice one, like I said great review, I like the fact you present it with your son, good job lads.

  • @williammills4568
    @williammills45687 ай бұрын

  • @sprucelodge
    @sprucelodge3 жыл бұрын

    How’s does it compare to the triumph bobber black ,?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    The 48 is much more laid back, and not as powerful or responsive. Riding position is roomy despite bike being small for a Harley, more roomy than the Triumph. Harley sounds way better. Triumph is more eager to turn. Harley is more stable

  • @sprucelodge

    @sprucelodge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for that advise , I haven’t ridden the bobber black , but looking forward to when dealers open to get a test ride ,

  • @esr243
    @esr2433 жыл бұрын

    Good review ... and yes it looks too small for a really big guy !

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes it’s probably the smallest Sportster in reality

  • @WOOlincs
    @WOOlincs3 ай бұрын

    What would folk say this is like for shorter riders? Also is it pillion customisable?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 ай бұрын

    Great for shorter riders as it’s low to the ground. Yes there are many many options for back seats and rear pegs

  • @WOOlincs

    @WOOlincs

    3 ай бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan cool, thank you I’m looking at purchasing in the near future and looking between this and the sportster xl custom or the basic custom 1200 and at 5,6 I’m pretty picky at the reach. Also you have new subscriber here best review vids I’ve seen

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 ай бұрын

    @@WOOlincs thank you 😊 and welcome to the channel 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @newcreationNB
    @newcreationNB3 жыл бұрын

    Hi guys, what year is this 48?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi! It’s a 2019

  • @Official.Kstoor
    @Official.Kstoor4 жыл бұрын

    Yes it look small on u ....but nice video

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ander Toor Yes I’m definitely too tall for it and thanks 👍

  • @C4vts180
    @C4vts1804 жыл бұрын

    For a guy at 170cm what model of harley is better?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    chevrolet cruze2009 48 would be perfect or if you wanted a softail then I’d say Street Bob. Both great bikes!

  • @frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670

    @frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'm 170cm too and I ride a 883 iron. Prefect fit!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    frshtlldth freshtilldeath Perfecto 👊🏼

  • @C4vts180

    @C4vts180

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670 thats awesome dude. I want a 883 sand camo

  • @wisochiso877
    @wisochiso877 Жыл бұрын

    why are you driving at the left ?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    Жыл бұрын

    On the left in Uk

  • @michaelcooke8665
    @michaelcooke86653 жыл бұрын

    How much was it?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry can’t remember now bro 👍🏼

  • @NOWAY-jw3iq
    @NOWAY-jw3iq4 жыл бұрын

    That's an Itty bitty bike. Nice looking though.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    It does seem to look small

  • @ozziejim8472

    @ozziejim8472

    3 жыл бұрын

    Compared to what?

  • @falin94
    @falin943 жыл бұрын

    how tall is the old man?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Six feet 2 inches 👍🏼

  • @falin94

    @falin94

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan nice!! im 6.1 feet , that's sense this bike is made for me too. A much apreciated!

  • @rickyS204
    @rickyS204 Жыл бұрын

    Are these exhausts very loud?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Not very loud no, nice deep tone but not ridiculously loud like short shots

  • @rickyS204

    @rickyS204

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan Do you mean without db killer or with db killer? I would like an exhaust that doesn't make too much noise!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@rickyS204 not sure whether this had that or not I’m afraid as it was a while ago

  • @lorenzo6320
    @lorenzo63208 ай бұрын

    Excuse me sir may I ask what is your height?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    8 ай бұрын

    6ft 2" 👍🏼

  • @lorenzo6320

    @lorenzo6320

    8 ай бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan amazing I'm hoping to have a Harley Davidson 48 one day I want to have the 2012 to 2015 model I prefer those over the current ones

  • @lorenzo6320

    @lorenzo6320

    8 ай бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan one question do you have pictures of you sitting on and riding the HD 48?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    8 ай бұрын

    @@lorenzo6320 here is a video of me on a Harley 48 👍🏼 kzread.info/dash/bejne/iIKnlJOsl7zFZ7Q.htmlsi=Cm1RGSxs2d2dy3Vn

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    8 ай бұрын

    @@lorenzo6320 me sitting on one I use to own 👍🏼kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZZejltpqcdred6w.htmlsi=VTRnAZ5O2bEf2axG

  • @ozziejim8472
    @ozziejim84723 жыл бұрын

    A cam would wake it up a bit.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes easily modified 💯

  • @olrikparlez3152
    @olrikparlez31523 жыл бұрын

    Deep is not really quieter. It's like a foghorn...bass travels best and I guarantee you...your neighbour indoors will hear you even better than before.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    OK good point, they still aren’t anywhere near as loud as short shots or rough craft guerillas for example.

  • @p6tan
    @p6tan4 жыл бұрын

    Shame the wind noise distracted the viewing

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes I know! We’ve got a decent mic now so it won’t happen again!

  • @p6tan

    @p6tan

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan good man

  • @stufoo
    @stufoo3 жыл бұрын

    lol you look gigantic on that thing

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes it does make me look big

  • @harveymushman2219
    @harveymushman22192 жыл бұрын

    Would 2 Royal Enfields be a better purchase for the same price....Gt and a Mark 2.....I think so...and this Harley will only go 100 miles on a tank full of gas...maybe

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Food for thought. But nothing sounds like a Harley 😉

  • @rickybraggs4033
    @rickybraggs40332 жыл бұрын

    Microphone in the wrong hole lol.

  • @khrisstake2210
    @khrisstake22103 ай бұрын

    2:48 that angle is why Haley's look weird to a lot of bikers

  • @iliastopalidis6270
    @iliastopalidis62703 жыл бұрын

    The fuel tank is too small. The only negative on this bike...

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes It is rather

  • @SteveTemplePilot
    @SteveTemplePilot3 жыл бұрын

    I've never heard anyone call these a "girls bike" in real life.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same! Just keyboard warriors 👍🏼

  • @pinotino6349
    @pinotino63494 жыл бұрын

    Quanto sei alto?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    PINO TINO 190.5 cm 👊🏼

  • @pinotino6349

    @pinotino6349

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan e piccola per me io 185

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    PINO TINO Sarebbe bello da guidare, ma può sembrare piccolo per altre persone, in particolare da dietro. Non si sente piccolo quando si è in sella.

  • @jmward214
    @jmward2142 жыл бұрын

    im 6' 320 lbs, am i too much of a shrek for this bike? lol its the only one in my price range right now

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    To be honest you’d be fine. It also has plenty of torque can handle heavier guys

  • @PatrikMichl
    @PatrikMichl4 жыл бұрын

    883 is bigger bike than forty eight, really?

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    It’s slightly longer wheel base and higher up. Smaller engine though of course

  • @Thisfutureman
    @Thisfutureman4 жыл бұрын

    I am happy to have the 2014 model ,because the tank on this model is ugly with that simpel logo on it

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mehdiuniversal We’re not a fan of the blank logo either. 👊🏼

  • @Thisfutureman

    @Thisfutureman

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan what was the designer of harley thinkin !!!

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mehdiuniversal I don’t know. It looks like a mistake

  • @Thisfutureman

    @Thisfutureman

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@MrDarcy-OlMan 😂😂😂

  • @aussiesoulsurfer553
    @aussiesoulsurfer5533 жыл бұрын

    Looks tiny heheh

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Does with us on it anyway lol

  • @chopperking007
    @chopperking0072 жыл бұрын

    Pegs scrape which can kill you....I hate that .

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Depends how you ride tbh.

  • @RCTUN748
    @RCTUN74811 ай бұрын

    Girl's bike, is it? hmm...always hear the Yank 'blokes' going on about that. I've got lady friends who ride Ducati, GSXR, Dyna and Softail. Cor, that's a load of girl's bikes, ain't it? Wonder which of those girl's bikes those gentlemen are riding then? PS. I'm proper chuffed with my 'girl's bike'... happens to be fitted with a hammer performance 1275 1xxhp kit, she does. She's a right good lass, ain't she?

  • @chopperking007
    @chopperking0072 жыл бұрын

    Get the roadster instead

  • @Twin_solo_az
    @Twin_solo_az Жыл бұрын

    Sports bikes are girl’s bikes. The Sportster is a pretty manly looking bike IMO.

  • @tomofdutyftw4412
    @tomofdutyftw44124 жыл бұрын

    Bikes are for boomers darcyyy

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    TomofdutyFTW4 What’s a boomer? 🤔

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Chris J.P. Black ok right; thanks!

  • @ziruk-king4466
    @ziruk-king44662 жыл бұрын

    Younger guy does not know what he is talking about. You look just fine on bike.

  • @MrDarcy-OlMan

    @MrDarcy-OlMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. There’s a compliment and an insult all in one

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