The Fatboy - What To Know Before Buying.

So you want to buy a Fatboy. A few things to know before buying.

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[RandyJohnsonRikthove]

I personally own a Fatboy and your video 100% aligns with my experience with it as well. Awesome bike, but like most things, there's details you should know for transparency. Nicely done video as always!

[davidoliver]

Just bought a Fatboy and this is the best Harley I’ve ever had . I have two other Harley’s in my garage .

[strikeeagle]

I had the anniversary model in a light blue metallic . Vance and Hines pipes . Fantastic motorcycle! Got a new Gold Wing in 2007 that was also a fantastic motorcycle! Both bikes carries their weight low for easy maneuverability. Haven't rode in years . I probably will get a Harley and the new aGoldwing DCT . Got the itch to ride . Too much work and retired to enjoy life again . FJB !

[johnwhitney]

Man i’m 17 and i bought a 2016 fatboy s and i love it can’t complain, Hell of a first bike

[Bearleaux]

I just bought a 04 from my son for cheap, runs amazingly well but needs some TLC. It's in the shop right now getting the 50, 000mi service done, upgrading the rear suspension, inspecting and if necessary changing the camshaft tensioner, plus some odds and ends, new grips, LED light kits, and installing the security kit as well. He bought it about a year ago but lost interest in it, I've been riding it around and he finally said he'd sell it to me. I'm sure I'll eventually get a big touring cruiser or hell I may get a Lay-Z boy on wheels but for now I love the hell outta this bike.

[RyGuyLifts]

Yep... had the same exact issue with the factory Michelin Scorchers. What a crappy tire. The front tire completely cupped on one side at only 6k miles. Put on the Metzler Cruisetechs and they have been phenomenal.

[MegaBailey]

I bought a 2023 black fatboy with a stage 2 and absolutely love it 😍

[SouthernJaeger]

New rider here: I fell in love with the fat boy when I first saw it. It will be my first bike when I’m ready to buy.

[glickmpb]

I purchased a used 2019 Fat Boy 114 a couple years ago with 246 miles on it. I like it a lot and it really fit the bill for what I was looking for. I needed a long distance bike and actually bought a used 2016 Ultra Classic a year prior with 5 miles on it. I absolutely hated it and could write a book on why. I sold it 9 months later and began looking for something else. I considered EVERYTHING and saw the Fat Boy 114. It was at a dealership and the previous owner put about $5k of goodies into it. The bike was $18k OTD so I bought it. The main things I replaced were the pipes (V&H 300 Slip ons), V&H FP4 tuner, seat, LED turns, etc. I took the bike to Sturgis with my buddy in 2023 and it was about 7 days round trip. The bike puts out decent power and the ride is enjoyable. Aside from issues that ALWAYS plague every Harley (odometer fogs, gas gauge shows 3/4 when full, impossible to find neutral, etc..) I really do like the bike and so does my wife. I also ride a 2018 VMax that I take out when I go solo and want to have fun :)

[scottb]

i got a 2022 and i love it. but you definitely need to have the money to upgrade. i spent about 1600 right after the break in for exhaust air cleaner and tuner. then another 600 for mustang front and rear seats, not to mention over 300 for a sissy bar and pad. then i spent 275 for the cruise control that i still need to install and then take to the dealer and have them turn on if i don’t get lucky and have it already work like i’ve heard some people have had happen. if i would have went with the fp3 tuner instead of the dynojet. the fp3 has a function to turn on the cruise control.

[frankflstf]

I’ve been told my 02 FLSTF Fatboy is the nicest one they have ever seen and I have too agree it’s a solid Badass

[jd]

I ride a 92 Fatboy. It rides and goes down the road just fine. I have a EV27 cam and S&S carb. Other than that it's stock. I did put a Heritage spoke wheel on the front and a set of aftermarket hard bags on the back and a bigger gas tank. It has changed some what just like me ver the years lol. I will not part with my bike for as long as I live.

[BTGriddy]

Love the Fat Boy but hate the softail design. Makes a simple job like pulling the starter or primary a nightmare when you remove everything under the seat to gain access. Still rides like a dream tho

[ronny-drz]

I bought a new 2023 Fat Boy - love the 114ci, really pulls. Good point on the seat, really sucks, replaced it with the Harley seat, like a new ride now. I don't relish changing the tires $$$ when the time comes, as you mentioned. I have an 09 Ultra with the 96ci, still going strong at 85, 000km. Thanks for the video, lots of good points for those considering one.

[seansullivan]

My first bike was / is a fat boy 114....Awesome bike!! Haters gunna hate, but I have nothing but great things to say about my ride!!

[westernjeep]

Great reel. The only shortcoming with mine was the front tire wear, which was more pronounced on the right side. If the rider is serious about low-speed, take a skilled rider course; the FB will respond to inputs, and get you maneuvered within an 18' u-turn box.

[TurnipGreen]

My first bike ever is a 14 Fatboy Lo. I knew what I wanted and knew that I'd outgrow a sportster by the end of summer, and I'd be pissed at myself for getting one. I'm soooo happy I picked the bike I wanted. Don't let people tell you to get a sportster first. Motorcycles are made so that everyone can ride them!

[philippeduquesnoy]

ride my 2007 "opus" and i 'm still love it.... in France

[Bobbysixgun]

Wow my fatboy was my first bike it Corners well just don't be afraid of ur bike I love my fatboy

[boomcity]

This was a great review! It was a straightforward punch between the eyes. Thank you!