2022 Harley Davidson Sportster S | First Ride

This week's first ride showcases the 2022 Harley Davidson Sportster S. Coming in lighter and more powerful than it's predecessor, This Sportster will have you looking at Harley Davidson in a whole new light.

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0:00 - Intro
0:23 - Bike Introduction
1:10 - Bike Cinematics
1:51 - Sound Check
2:31 - Start up/Rider Stats
3:56 - Join Discord
4:02 - First Rip/Overiew
4:50 - Body Position/Ergonomics
5:58 - Rider Modes/ City Riding Impressions/Transmission
9:44 - Highway Run/40 to 80 Pull
11:08 - Highway riding Impressions
12:37 - Big Turn
13:36 - Cardo Camera Car Spot
14:40 - Power DeliveryTransmission
15:57 - Brakes
18:26 - Dash/Controls
21:13 - Walk Around
24:40 - Final Thoughts
28:30 - Outro
29:20 - OC

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[tomwinner]

I’ve had mine for four months now and it still pulls my trigger. This is my 27th bike spanning some 38 years and I love it. It’s just so playful and I feel so in control. Never in my life have I had such a powerful machine that didn’t want to go 150MPH every time you opened it up and shifted another gear. Fun fun fun!

[lilshoebox]

Ik chase might not see this comment but ive literally watched every single first ride video at least 3 times ive been watching since the white truck days lol you inspired me to get my first bike as well!! LOVE YOUR CONTENT BRO AND YOUR PERSONALITY

[ehvlwkrma]

To me, I love that pill shape headlight. It will be my first motorcycle...

[Mickey_Bauer]

Dude, bronze and black is a badass combo, don't change it 👍. It would look even better if the whole bike was black.

I had a test ride of it today and absolutely loved this bike. It has great engine that is very fan to rev, exhilarating accelaration and unlike heavy Rocket 3 it is a light bike for this category standards and handles very nicely. I never thought of getting a cruiser to myself but this machine is so amazing and pleasant to ride and cool I actually started thinking about getting one. I also absolutely loved the way it looks.

[slimygoon]

So as someone who works at a Harley dealership, when you said this bike felt “cumbersome” to move around the shop I initially thought it was funny (since it’s our lightest model) but then remembered that you come from a sport bike background, so that honestly makes sense

[randalllabeth]

I love the look of this bike. I'm someone who prefers the sport style but this has a nice mix of cruiser with a sport flare.

[zabronzkee]

I had the chance to ride one during my Harley dealership's demo day and MY GOD the bike is people don't wanna admit that a Harley can be fast but my lord this thing is rowdy, the torque and acceleration is insane lol loved it.

[XJ]

I get so much attention on my bike all positive! People coming up in parking lots asking about what kind of bike it is, and being surprised. Black Sportster S here in Ohio. Absolutely love my experience with my bike so far. Need some louder pipes though 😒

[FlesHBoX]

I decided about 2 months ago to finally get a bike after many many years of telling myself that I can have a bike when it makes sense from a practicality perspective. When I started looking at what was out there I saw the Sportster S and fell in love. The thing is just so beautiful. I just wish that I had been riding for a while already, because I feel like the thing is probably a terrible idea as a first bike, lol.

[markh.harris]

You'll notice that the shifter has a better feedback as the bike approaches break-in (1000 miles US). Also, the shifter will tend to have better feedback if you pre-load the shift lever. To pre-load the shift lever apply slight pressure up on the lever before shifting, then quick clutch pull to friction zone with slight throttle blip. You'll notice the shifter snaps into gear with nice positive feedback. This also improves as the bike breaks in. One of the goals of break-in is to run the transmission through all gears smoothly so that the gear dogs wear in. As the gear dogs wear in the shift feedback improves.

That said, the shifter on mine 'still' does not feel like the traditional Harley shifter, even after 1000 miles. But, it is smooth and does have positive feedback.

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[chrispewkreme]

Been watching since the WR vlogs.

I’ve probably watched every first ride. And I still think the MT-07 is the bike for me. It was my favorite bike you reviewed back in 2014. And it’s still my favorite in 2022. Although this Harley does look pretty cool.

[usmcmsgt]

The exhaust and bronze is what made me order a Indian Scout Rogue. What I do like about HD over Indian are the display and headlight. But I eventually went with Indian due to price being a consideration.

[petekaiser]

Jesus me....thank god you've reviewed this bike. This has been looking at me menacingly at the harley shop next to my office asking me to buy it. Like the color but i like the burgundy/maroon color. Will be buying this based on what you mentioned here. Really big thanks man and again good job on this video

[war]

this 100% fits my preference for a bike. The design & the power it has is perfect

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[elithegreat]

I just test rode one of these, the “Thrust” in Sport Mode is Incredibly Strong, it took me by surprise absolutely unbelievable thrust ‼️‼️

[patconn]

I clicked the like button for that disappearing act after the sound check. Leaf blew in the wind and all.

[DakotaDoc]

OK great review. Honestly I always root for HD. Glad to see they are coming around and making something that will appeal to those that want something other than a cruiser.

[watchtonystube]

For me, longtime R1 owner, I loved the low profile and fit of this bike. Just needs to be LOUDER!

[andyyougoonie]

Love that you are venturing into different bike styles. With your sport style it gives people considering changing styles a look at it. Now if Smort and Beau can just get you on dirt lol