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Posted: 3/28/2024 9:56:12 AM EDT
I'll preface with the fact that I own 6 Harleys. I'm not a HD hater but I'm definitely not a motorco fan either.
I stopped in the dealership to grab some parts for a customers bike and that led to me sitting on the 2024 Lowrider ST, I knew they were supposed to be bad ass but I had never sat on one. HOLY SHIT, it was like Cinderella sliding on her slipper. I've never had a bike fit me as well as this one did. I walked into the sales managers office and laid it out simple. " I'm going to buy that ST sitting over their except in red, I have a 2016 Indian springfield that I want $7500 in trade" "well I'll have to see what we can do on it.... but I'm probably closer to $7k" "I want $7500 and I'll write you a check for the rest" "Are you serious or bullshitting me?" "Dead serious" "I'll have to see if I can source a red one" "you're sister dealership has a red one in stock" "I'll send a driver right now to get it" One of the easiest deals I've ever done. This thing shits and gets between the 117 engine, inverted forks, and brembo brakes It's the best STOCK bike I've ever rode. Wanna go 120mph? Don't even gotta try! It'll do it and ask for more. I'll leave it mostly stock for the riding season then make some real power this winter. I'm pretty stoked to get this thing in the mountains next month, I know it's gonna be a blast. Bike:  Attached File Attached FileMy 5'5 daughter sitting on it  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:00:23 AM EDT
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That's a nice ride. I like the low riders. Congrats!
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:06:47 AM EDT
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Great choice. I picked one up about a month ago. Black\Black.
Small enough to be nimble, big enough to carry a few things for a weekend trip. Big enough fairing to make riding more pleasurable, small enough that it doesn't feel like you're piloting the space shuttle. I made a deal with myself that I'll keep it stock for 1 year. 
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:11:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4DUDE: Great choice. I picked one up about a month ago. Black\Black. Small enough to be nimble, big enough to carry a few things for a weekend trip. Big enough fairing to make riding more pleasurable, small enough that it doesn't feel like you're piloting the space shuttle. I made a deal with myself that I'll keep it stock for 1 year. I did buy some S&S slip ons because they won't void the warranty but come winter it'll get a S&S 475 cam with 2in1 exhaust, intake, and tune. I've seen this set up consistently dyno 130-135 hp |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:12:10 AM EDT
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You could have had that last year OP,
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:12:40 AM EDT
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Congrats on the new bike.
Personally, I always wanted American Iron, but Harley's styling just doesn't do it for me. It's like they're 20 years behind on the design/styling. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:13:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Max429: You could have had that last year OP, I know but I don't buy new models until they've been out for a few years. Turn enough wrenches and you'll lose all faith in manufactures
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:15:31 AM EDT
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The Lowrider ST is the best bike Harley has ever made. It got me to buy one to add to my flock.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:17:21 AM EDT
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I'm not even a motorcycle fan and I enjoyed the heck out of your post.
Well done! |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:18:05 AM EDT
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FM, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:20:04 AM EDT
[Last Edit: flyhack72]
[#10]
I'm not a Harley guy but that looks like a nice ride.
The color combo is great. New bike day is always best day. Congrats OP! |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:21:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By STL_Nik: I did buy some S&S slip ons because they won't void the warranty but come winter it'll get a S&S 475 cam with 2in1 exhaust, intake, and tune. I've seen this set up consistently dyno 130-135 hp One of the Smith's girls jogged by our place about an hour ago...she's a backyard neighbor lady. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:26:02 AM EDT
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I almost picked the lowrider ST, but I can't do mid controls (too tall), and the cost to switch it all over to forwards just changed my mind. It is a great riding bike.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:32:29 AM EDT
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Yeah they are nice. The Fat Bob fits me perfectly.
It's nice when you find a bike that fits. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:48:47 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By STL_Nik: I'll preface with the fact that I own 6 Harleys. I'm not a HD hater but I'm definitely not a motorco fan either. I stopped in the dealership to grab some parts for a customers bike and that led to me sitting on the 2024 Lowrider ST, I knew they were supposed to be bad ass but I had never sat on one. HOLY SHIT, it was like Cinderella sliding on her slipper. I've never had a bike fit me as well as this one did. I walked into the sales managers office and laid it out simple. " I'm going to buy that ST sitting over their except in red, I have a 2016 Indian springfield that I want $7500 in trade" "well I'll have to see what we can do on it.... but I'm probably closer to $7k" "I want $7500 and I'll write you a check for the rest" "Are you serious or bullshitting me?" "Dead serious" "I'll have to see if I can source a red one" "you're sister dealership has a red one in stock" "I'll send a driver right now to get it" One of the easiest deals I've ever done. This thing shits and gets between the 117 engine, inverted forks, and brembo brakes It's the best STOCK bike I've ever rode. Wanna go 120mph? Don't even gotta try! It'll do it and ask for more. I'll leave it mostly stock for the riding season then make some real power this winter. I'm pretty stoked to get this thing in the mountains next month, I know it's gonna be a blast. Bike: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135219_jpg-3171674.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135320_jpg-3171675.JPG My 5'5 daughter sitting on it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240328_082806_jpg-3171677.JPG Nice. Congrats! But, I like the one on the left the best.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:52:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By STL_Nik: I know but I don't buy new models until they've been out for a few years. Turn enough wrenches and you'll lose all faith in manufactures Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By STL_Nik: Originally Posted By Max429: You could have had that last year OP, I know but I don't buy new models until they've been out for a few years. Turn enough wrenches and you'll lose all faith in manufactures Keep your knees in the breeze. 
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Posted: 3/28/2024 10:56:59 AM EDT
[#16]
Enjoy!
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:00:18 AM EDT
[#17]
We need more pictures of the bike sitting next to it.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:07:47 AM EDT
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For a couple grand more I’ll take a street glide. The fairing on the st just isn’t doing it for me. I kinda like the looks of the lowrider S better. It just needs the saddle bags.
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NE, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:10:19 AM EDT
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You appear to be right as far as Harley's go. Nice.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:17:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By terryj: For a couple grand more I’ll take a street glide. The fairing on the st just isn’t doing it for me. I kinda like the looks of the lowrider S better. It just needs the saddle bags. I don't love the look of the single round headlight if I'm honest, but functionally I think it's there. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:19:58 AM EDT
[#21]
Good friend of mine has a El Diablo version #704
It’s a really nice bike and looks great. It is a blast to ride! |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:21:24 AM EDT
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Fxr or nothing
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MI, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:23:19 AM EDT
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Nice ride! I had a V-Rod for quite a while and sold it. I regret selling it more often than not.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:28:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Amos_Moses: I'm not even a motorcycle fan and I enjoyed the heck out of your post. Well done! This, I like Harley’s shew! |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:33:39 AM EDT
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2020 Lowrider S checking in. Really easy to do your own cam job + a few other bolt ons to get these running right.
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:36:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By STL_Nik: I did buy some S&S slip ons because they won't void the warranty but come winter it'll get a S&S 475 cam with 2in1 exhaust, intake, and tune. I've seen this set up consistently dyno 130-135 hp Plenty of other cam choices out there. I went with the Woods WM8-22XE. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:39:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: wolfdentd]
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Originally Posted By STL_Nik: I'll preface with the fact that I own 6 Harleys. I'm not a HD hater but I'm definitely not a motorco fan either. I stopped in the dealership to grab some parts for a customers bike and that led to me sitting on the 2024 Lowrider ST, I knew they were supposed to be bad ass but I had never sat on one. HOLY SHIT, it was like Cinderella sliding on her slipper. I've never had a bike fit me as well as this one did. I walked into the sales managers office and laid it out simple. " I'm going to buy that ST sitting over their except in red, I have a 2016 Indian springfield that I want $7500 in trade" "well I'll have to see what we can do on it.... but I'm probably closer to $7k" "I want $7500 and I'll write you a check for the rest" "Are you serious or bullshitting me?" "Dead serious" "I'll have to see if I can source a red one" "you're sister dealership has a red one in stock" "I'll send a driver right now to get it" One of the easiest deals I've ever done. This thing shits and gets between the 117 engine, inverted forks, and brembo brakes It's the best STOCK bike I've ever rode. Wanna go 120mph? Don't even gotta try! It'll do it and ask for more. I'll leave it mostly stock for the riding season then make some real power this winter. I'm pretty stoked to get this thing in the mountains next month, I know it's gonna be a blast. Bike: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135219_jpg-3171674.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135320_jpg-3171675.JPG My 5'5 daughter sitting on it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240328_082806_jpg-3171677.JPG Edited because I thought you called it a streetglide with a roadglide fairing. I went back and see you just called it a softtail. My bad |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 11:48:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JUDGED12carried6: Plenty of other cam choices out there. I went with the Woods WM8-22XE. I'm aware. In my shop I prefer to install S&S parts simply because they work and their quality is top notch. I'm also not a fan of mix and matching parts and S&S has an entire eco system of engine parts. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:20:48 PM EDT
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It’s a good looking bike and it certainly addresses some of my Harley complaints. I’ve thought about adding bags to my Fatbob because I find myself wanting to run errands on it more and more.
I definitely need to upgrade the 103 for some power as it’s pretty lame as is. I don’t know anything about Harley stuff. If I had the money I’d just buy an S&S crate and be done with it but that’s a bit more than I can handle currently. I’d love a no budget hotrod Harley. It cracks me up that you can basically spend as much as you have on Harley stuff. |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:35:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By STL_Nik: I'm aware. In my shop I prefer to install S&S parts simply because they work and their quality is top notch. I'm also not a fan of mix and matching parts and S&S has an entire eco system of engine parts. That’s fine. Plenty of S&S parts on my bike. Copy paste from my notes I had previously put together for a friend. Shop around for deals. Cyclegear offers 10% off your first order example. Try and get the pushrods and tubes as a kit maybe save a few bucks. S&S Oil control valve PN: 310-1150 $36.51 S&S quickee adjustable pushrods PN: 930-0123 $260.96 S&S black pushrod tubes PN: 930-0124 S&S Tappet cuffs PN: 330-0655 $72.70 S&S camshaft installation kit PN: 330-0619 $44.96 Drag Specialties black lifter block cover kit PN: DS09401884 $79.96 Order through Harley Screamin eagle 55mm intake manifold PN: 27300167 $222.65 Screamin eagle spark plug wire set Harley drain plug o-ring PN: 11105 $1.95 Harley exhaust gasket PN: 17048-98 $9.95 Amazon Any brand assembly lube small bottle Blue and red threadlocker small 5 quarts redline synthetic 20-50W motorcycle oil K&N black oil filter PN: KN-171B 4 NGK spark plugs PN: CR9EB $24 Yost Harley intake manifold wrench $16.75 Drain pan Rags Engine degreaser Small tube anti-seize Order through tuner shop Woods camshaft PN: WM8-22XE $369.95 Dynotune Powervision tuner $750 Hy-Lift Johnson lifter kit PN: B-2313SE $311.16 Thunderheader exhaust 1360XB $1500 I have the cam bearing tool, hose clamp crimper, front wheel chock and roller for rear wheel. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:41:34 PM EDT
[#31]
hells yeah brother!
nothing like cranking hogs of a beautiful day! Today its cool and blue skies...I wish I was out ther cranking hogs. |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:45:47 PM EDT
[#32]
I really like that color. The new brown one looks sharp also.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:47:17 PM EDT
[#33]
I need to buy a shop.
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SC, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:48:42 PM EDT
[#34]
Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do?
That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:50:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW Of course you don’t have to buy parts. It’s a bad ass bike as is. But people spend many thousands upgrading their BMWs as well. It’s enjoyable for some. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:52:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CenterMass762: We need more pictures of the bike sitting next to it. The ST is great but what about the Springer? Any other pics?  Attached File Attached FileMy 2 Harleys |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:54:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW BMW doesn't sound like a HOG, and you ain't getting laid on a Bimmer at Sturgis...you need to be riding a HOG to get laid. The ladies at the big HOG rallies know if you cranking a HOG or not. |
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SC, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 12:56:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By midcap: BMW doesn't sound like a HOG, and you ain't getting laid on a Bimmer at Sturgis...you need to be riding a HOG to get laid. The ladies at the big HOG rallies know if you cranking a HOG or not. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By midcap: Originally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW BMW doesn't sound like a HOG, and you ain't getting laid on a Bimmer at Sturgis...you need to be riding a HOG to get laid. The ladies at the big HOG rallies know if you cranking a HOG or not. As long as I wear the eyepatch and leather ass-less chaps, they'll never know the difference |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:01:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW No you don’t. These are great bikes. Sky is the limit though. Harley is the AR,Jeep,hotrod of the motorcycle world. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:03:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: As long as I wear the eyepatch and leather ass-less chaps, they'll never know the difference Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: Originally Posted By midcap: Originally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW BMW doesn't sound like a HOG, and you ain't getting laid on a Bimmer at Sturgis...you need to be riding a HOG to get laid. The ladies at the big HOG rallies know if you cranking a HOG or not. As long as I wear the eyepatch and leather ass-less chaps, they'll never know the difference I dont think that's how it works |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:06:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sh768: Do you have to buy parts to improve a $24k Harley, or it's just something you want to do? That motorcycle looks cool, but I would be pissed if I had to sink even more $$ in, when I could have just bought a BMW You dont have to, but I own a motorcycle shop so it helps to display my work on my own bikes |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:06:58 PM EDT
[#42]
Buell's big brother.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:10:12 PM EDT
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I thought these were really cool, and first saw em or similar in one of the later Fast and Furious movies.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:23:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JKH62: Buell's big brother. I have an XB12STT too.  |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:33:55 PM EDT
[Last Edit: curiomatic]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Canoeguy: The Lowrider ST is the best bike Harley has ever made. It got me to buy one to add to my flock. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/191077/IMG_7175_jpeg-3171697.JPG Nice bike. How efficient is that fairing? FWIW, I was okay with the windshield on my Road King. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 1:42:48 PM EDT
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[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By curiomatic: Nice bike. How efficient is that fairing? FWIW, I was okay with the windshield on my Road King. It’s really good for its size. I did add a taller windshield though. The stock height looks better but I need the ride to be right before I care about looks. This bike is a riders bike. It has cruise control and traction control. But they are simple and sleek in operation. Other than that it is stripped down. I will add heated grips to mine, however. I will also ditch the crazy air filter it has for something a little lower profile. The 117 is a great motor putting the useable power right where you most need it. Now let’s talk about my BMW GSA, which I am on today… 12 buttons on the handlebar and one of them is a magic wheel thingy that brings up more information than I could ever use. It is also a fantastic machine and can do a lot. But for pure road fun it is hands down the Lowrider ST. ETA: The Harley genuinely makes me want to just hit the road and ride through small towns, stop at little diners, ride Rt.66. Of course all my bikes do that...they just want me to take different routes. |
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:21:34 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By STL_Nik: I'll preface with the fact that I own 6 Harleys. I'm not a HD hater but I'm definitely not a motorco fan either. I stopped in the dealership to grab some parts for a customers bike and that led to me sitting on the 2024 Lowrider ST, I knew they were supposed to be bad ass but I had never sat on one. HOLY SHIT, it was like Cinderella sliding on her slipper. I've never had a bike fit me as well as this one did. I walked into the sales managers office and laid it out simple. " I'm going to buy that ST sitting over their except in red, I have a 2016 Indian springfield that I want $7500 in trade" "well I'll have to see what we can do on it.... but I'm probably closer to $7k" "I want $7500 and I'll write you a check for the rest" "Are you serious or bullshitting me?" "Dead serious" "I'll have to see if I can source a red one" "you're sister dealership has a red one in stock" "I'll send a driver right now to get it" One of the easiest deals I've ever done. This thing shits and gets between the 117 engine, inverted forks, and brembo brakes It's the best STOCK bike I've ever rode. Wanna go 120mph? Don't even gotta try! It'll do it and ask for more. I'll leave it mostly stock for the riding season then make some real power this winter. I'm pretty stoked to get this thing in the mountains next month, I know it's gonna be a blast. Bike: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135219_jpg-3171674.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240327_135320_jpg-3171675.JPG My 5'5 daughter sitting on it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433200/20240328_082806_jpg-3171677.JPG If you ever want to give away one of your many Harleys to charity, I'll gladly take one. It's me. I'm the charity. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:36:22 PM EDT
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I’m not a rider so don’t keep up on the new models. That is uniquely sharp. I can definitely see the appeal of this model.
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:54:00 PM EDT
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*Non-rider, but I like looking at them.
How does riding one of those, compare to riding a Dyna? (My favorite for looking at). Internet pic; 
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Posted: 3/28/2024 3:59:50 PM EDT
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stay off the gravel
I put mine down, as I was turning, in some leaves the neighbor blew into the street: 18 Road Glide special engine guard did its job |
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