Some additional comments from a '23 FXLRST owner: 1) The vent in the middle of the fairing funnels debris, bugs, and rain straight into your helmet [I am looking into getting someone to create a mesh screen of some sort to fix that] 2) That stock exhaust runs HOT and has caused a lot of radiating heat burns on my inner thigh [looking into a 2-into-1 exhaust and tuner to fix that] 3) There are not a lot of OEM options for it yet, and I'm not a huge fan of HD options 4) Agree on the lights and chrome handles- very outdated and both will be replaced 5) I personally like the simplicity of the display- not a fan of a bunch of distracting displays, buttons, etc 6) This girl GETS IT on the highways and when I really need to twist-and-git. 7) She's way lighter than full-sized baggers (about 725 wet) and it way more nimble 8) I've taken her on long-distance trips already, and other than the stock seat being mediocre- I had zero problems and really enjoyed myself. All in all, best irresponsible decision I've ever made and I'm pretty satisfied. I plan on employing Blockhead Garage to do some upgrades for me in '24. Great video!

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing you're experience with the Low Rider ST! Lot's of good info there on what to expect with ownership.

@RoadieWingZZ

10 ай бұрын

OEM = Original Equipment Manufacturer = HD. You probably meant to say “Aftermarket options”

@cameronbartley6139

6 ай бұрын

Blockhead garage is bomb. Watch them alot. To bad there in Florida

Just bought a 2024 ST and love it very very much. Traded my 2000 fatboy

@KennyQuestShow

18 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I hope they gave you a fair deal.

I purchased a 2022 Lowrider ST. I didn't like the peg position but Harley does make forward controls for this bike. You will hear some say that the snorkel type air filter gets in the way when using forward controls. I'm 5' 11" and it's not an issue to me. These allow you to get your feet out in front of you and to me a much better riding position. As for the incandescent turn signals and non-black levers I think Harley does that just so you will spend more money to change those out. Not an issue with me. Now that the weather is getting cooler in Texas it's just now getting riding season and I'm ready to lay down some miles on this bike.

@KennyQuestShow

9 ай бұрын

Congratulations! Forwards are available and different bar options to create your custom rider triangle. Shorter riders choosing forward controls may require a seat that pushes them toward the bars. In the end it’s a Harley, very customizable. Did you consider a street or road glide or did you go straight to the FXLRST?

@westtexan2263

9 ай бұрын

@@KennyQuestShow I looked at all of those and was torn as to which I wanted. Actually it came down between the Roadglide and the ST. My problem is that I don’t know if my wife will enjoy riding. If I knew without a doubt that she wanted to tour with me I would’ve gone with the roadglide. But if she doesn’t the ST will be all I need. So my plan is to try it out on the ST and if she loves it we may go roadglide. But if she likes traveling on the ST we may keep it. Time will tell.

@KennyQuestShow

9 ай бұрын

@@westtexan2263 that makes perfect sense. 2 up riding and touring is where a bagger shines, otherwise a nimble Swiss Army knife type bike like the ST, Heritage, Roadking or Sportglide checks the boxes.

It's the best bike ever made in the history of Harley Davidson

@KennyQuestShow

18 күн бұрын

That’s a bold statement, I love it. Enjoy and ride safe!

You did a nice job on the review. I'm hoping to be in position to get one this winter

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! The end of the calendar year at the end of the month is the best time to buy.

One of my favorite Harleys. Great review Kenny

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! I appreciate you watching, it’s a great bike!

Not a fan of the digital instrument and info display.Should have the analog display on the tank,or an insert in the fairing with instruments.Should have offered it with a choice of blacked out or chrome imo.

@KennyQuestShow

Ай бұрын

I agree with you 100%!

I just started the process of buying a sand Pearl today. I’m fairly excited, on the negative side I’m not a fan of HD but nobody offers a bike like this other than an 80’s Honda, I’m not a fan of the bags for the Indian sport chief and I’m tired of wearing a backpack.

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

The good news is you’re joining a huge community of riders who will support you and your 2 wheel journey. Congrats on your choice ✌🏼

@Chumbucketsecret

9 ай бұрын

I was never an HD fan, once I bought my 2022 lowrider st, both my Japanese bikes were up for sale within days.

@KennyQuestShow

9 ай бұрын

@@Chumbucketsecretdang! That’s some testimonial there!

To me, it looks incomplete inside the cockpit. The FXRT had a finished look inside the fairing. This needs a cockpit equal to a road glide, but at that point you may has well buy a road glide.

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

It’s a style that mimics what has been happening in the custom scene, mounting FXRT “style” fairings onto dyna and softail chassis. Though many of these after market versions have solid interiors that allow for cutting in of controls and speakers, so I agree it’s hallowed out appearance looks incomplete. I think HD was value engineering to a price point to give a reason to step up to a fully faired touring model, IMO.

@RogerBuffington

11 ай бұрын

I like the cockpit. Don’t like all the crapola in the glides. I put a fork bag in there and loving it.

@travelinben1966

Ай бұрын

Agreed.

I haven't tried the ST, I've rode multiple Lowrider S though. has the ST always had only 1 mirror? that would drive me nuts! So far the S is one of the best Harleys I've ridden. When this weather clears up we still have to get some miles in brotha!

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

Most definitely, we need to lay down some miles on the sporty’s. I rode the stage III Low Rider S after this first ride review (there’s a link to that experience at the end of this video) and THAT set up is hands down the best HD I’ve ridden so far. With some mods for my specific needs, like that 117 to 122 kit, this could be the next bike.

@RogerBuffington

11 ай бұрын

Don’t know why this copy only has one mirror. Weird.

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

@@RogerBuffington corporate HD fleet demo bike, it could have been damaged by a previous rider or in transport.

I'm about the same height as you. I test rode this bike and the mid controls just felt cramped...

@KennyQuestShow

10 ай бұрын

Yeah I went into more about that in my low rider S review. Im seeing bigger people doing forward controls on the ST and S. I’m also noticing on the road (in my area) as well as on you tube that people who buy these bikes are women and smaller dudes. Men 5-11 and up are choosing baggers, road kings, fat boys or the heritage

Mid controls sucked I changed them to forward controls different seat and I'm fine now.

@KennyQuestShow

6 ай бұрын

Good to know! I think anyone taller than 5-9 would prefer the fit of forwards.

GIVE IT THE BEANS!!!!

@KennyQuestShow

9 ай бұрын

Yaas! 🙌🏼

It's several thousand $$ more, yes. Same as the 'S' but fitted with accessories you're likely going to change or not use. The 'S' is the better deal.

@KennyQuestShow

10 ай бұрын

For customizing, no doubt. Even better is a pre owned 2022. They are beginning to show up at dealers

What's up with one mirror?

@KennyQuestShow

6 ай бұрын

I was told it happened in transport.

Every time I see a Low Rider ST, I only think of a Sportglide with a different fairing. Then again, don't listen to me, I ride a Honda.

@KennyQuestShow

11 ай бұрын

From the handlebars back you’re not wrong.

Could never consider this bike just from the point of view the cockpit is so dam ugly! Then again I am not interested in performance focused bikes. Good review. Thanks

@KennyQuestShow

10 ай бұрын

It’s looks are captivating for sure. Thanks for your feedback!