I just bought a 2023 Softail Standard this year, and I will attest that this bike is one of the nicest softails Harley has ever made. The Milwaukee 8 107 has a ton of power and is nothing short of phenomenal.
Here's my take as a guy approaching 60 years old.... the seat, yeah its not the best by no means..I traded my electraglide in for one of these. It was a 2004 88 inch 5 speed.. At my age, this bike needs no more performance..it very torquey. Its light ( why I traded, my back injury is catching up) and it has plenty of power to get around cars at the drop of a hat. My forward controls are perfect. Ill probably eventually replace the seat, but I found some Basani slip ons ill be putting on. With the daytripper tall back rest, a Bluetooth soundbar installed, and a detachable windshield, my bike is all but complete and trip ready. I was cruising around yesterday and thought id get into the throttle more than normal....The bike jumped from 70 mph to 110 in no time with more throttle just waiting on me but I backed her down. The bike weighs like 50 or 60 pounds more than a sportster. Blockhead was right when he was talking about the weight difference. Ive only owned dressers and a Heritage before, the ability to move this bike around was a huge selling point for me.. in the next ten years, ill have to move to a tri glide. Its coming I know, but until then, ill be enjoying 2 wheels any way I can. Ride safe fellers!
So weird seeing you ride right past my house! That would be the Harley for me based on the price, and the multitude of directions you could take it in customizing. Good review brother.
Thanks for your review man! Glad to hear those comments from a Harley experienced guy like you! I'm waiting for mine to arrive at the dealership in a month or so here in Barcelona, my first Harley!
Yes!!! Exactly the video I was waiting for!!! Please buy it and customize it. I love having morning coffee and checking your videos before I start work.
@@thtigmif Sure, understand. My friend went this route instead of a Sportster for the little difference in price and wanted new. She took private lessons for 6 weeks and is riding good. I agree it has a lot of power and torque for some but she thankfully was able to handle it.
@@Lex-Rex Powerful in quotes. I'm not talking about horse power or top speed, but you can't deny that it's pretty torquey. Obviously it's not an hayabusa.
@@thtigmif They are torquey, but compared to a Rocket 3, VMax, Valkyrie, and the Diavel, they are pretty weak. If you ride any of the ones listed above, you understand.
Totally agree that stock seat is junk! Switched to a Saddleman StepUp and then a Saddleman Explorer (better passenger comfort) on the Softail Slim I had. A set of Rinehart SlipOns make that Milwaukee-Eight sing a beautiful song.
If I could get it for $5k less then what dealers have it for, I'd go buy one right now. Hate that there's not a mag wheel option. Bottom line is HD is a great bike. They're just priced 5-10k$ + too high. RIP HD.
I bought one today! Traded in my 04 electraglide. Asked if I could use my bike for some credit, they gave my 3,000.00 in credit for customizing. And I cant wait to start adding my personal touches. Picking it up Friday. So glad to get off the 88
I pick up my 2021 FXST on 2/27. Rode HD's for 30 years and have been away from the brand for 10 years now. Looking forward to re-engaging with HD again. The new M8 motor, frame, suspension and minimalist look drew me back once again. I'll be keeping my 2015 Indian Chieftain for trips.
Very good review, also in 2023. I'm a big fan of the laced wheels too and thanks to your review I made the decision for the softail std and not a Sportster 1200.
Im a fan of bobs and you could easily bob that sweet bike! But,its a blank canvas and you could take it anyway you want and it looks like an awesome platform for whatever you come up with! Thank you BlockHead for doing these videos! Been watching alot of them and learning alot!
Great review. I own a 2020 model. I put on a HD Sundowner seat, passenger foot pegs, and a detachable sissy bar. It handles great and has plenty of power. I left my motor stock to maintain my warranty. It is smooth and powerful. Low seat height. I’m 5’8” so Adventure tourers aren’t on my menu. 😄
I know this is kinda meant as a blank canvas (as others have stated), but wish it came with options to purchase "the blank canvas" with the 114 or the 117, and a 5gal tank would be a nice option. And yes I know you can get those after market.
I was told by a mate who works at Harley that the 107 is the better engine for the softail because the gearbox doesn't play as nice with the 114. The 114 is the better engine for the tourers.
Also the 107 feels “snappier” then the 114. It pulls harder in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Where the 114 has the advantage is in the highway. It pulls harder in 5th and 6th (more passing power).
I'm a newbie to motorcycles. Still need to take a riding course. However if I were to buy a motorcycle, I would want this Soft Tail. But walk before you run, so take a safety training class first.
Gerald Anderson - I understand what your preference and many others preferences are, but that defeats the purpose, doesn’t it? Adding things here and there drives the price up (USB, mag wheels, larger tank, etc,) and the point of the bike as a ‘Standard’ is making it a cost efficient entry level Softail.
@@BlockheadMoto or just a ploy knowing that folks dig into their wallets to change things that they know the masses will pay$$ to change , cant cost to much as HD puts mags on their cheaper models sportster iron as example , the iron has some cheesy crap knowing folks will pay to change the silver gas cap , oil dip stick looks horrible stands out like pimples , first things folks pay up to change myself included , I understand your thought but put stuff on their that you know people will change , and cough up dough to replace simply marketing
I love just about everything about this bike. It’s a great platform to do whatever you want to it without having to buy everything you want it to be already built from the factory. You don’t like harleys fairings? That’s cool you can get your own elsewhere. Only thing I don’t like is it only comes in black. I’d love one in white. But that’s what’s great about it. You can go and get it repainted without any buyers remorse.
I have only one question. Harley did an amazing job on this, but is there a way to eliminate the computer screen on the handle bars? Hopefully there is an analog guage. Thanks for any help.
The local Harley dealer has persuaded me to come and test ride one this weekend, although I have been looking at the 1200 Iron. As he hasn't got a 1200 Iron in stock, I suspect he may be trying to sell me what he has got. But I do like the minimalist look of this bike.
I traded my 2019 iron 1200 in for one of these. Everything is just sooooo much better compared to the sportster, nice actually have suspension. Gonna be buying a saddlemen seat for it, still trying to figure out what type of exhaust i want. Going between the Two Brothers Racing and Bassani's "new" road rage short/shorty whatever they call it.
I just got my Softail Standard 2 weeks ago and only thing I didn’t like was exhaust (sounds like it’s from the jetsons) and the seat! I’m saving up for those can’t wait to build mine (club style bike)
Me and a friend went to Buddy Stubbs HD in phoenix AZ where we are staying now for school went to look at a cheap softail but it was sold by the time we got there. We ended up at Arrowhead HD another dealership not to far away and they pointed me to the softail standard just waiting to get financing on it. I'm coming from a 2003 Honda shadow 750 ace.
If I had new bike money in hand, I would definitely be looking at the standard as a second bike (my current is a 2000 XL1200 custom). I’ll be honest though. I kinda want to see you ride the flagship bikes from BMW: the RnineT pure, 1250GS, and S1000RR. Some of my favorite videos of yours are always when you go “off the reservation” as it were. Awesome video!!
Great review as always..appreciate you putting the time and effort in..I’m on the fence with either a street bob or roadster..6’ and 250lbs..can the roadster work for me? Not any vids showing larger guys on roadsters riding or even just sitting on one..thanks
Nice bike, a few changes I would make and that's just me. (#1) I never liked turn signals clamped on the handle bars, drop them down to the forks along side the headlight. That also frees up the clean look to the front. (#2) I would change the handle bar size to Chubby for a thick look and feel. (#3) Nice looking pipes but you have to hear them..... Nice Bike!
I used to love the Street Bob until I sat on it at the Int'l Motorcycle show and now I really dont like it at all anymore. He's spot on about the seat comfort. I went from that and then jumped on a Slim and that was so much more comfortable
Orlando? That's where my mom (not successful. she dumped the street 500, the smallest harley they made) and stepdad went to get their endorsements to ride my mom's vespa. I need to get out there for some test rides someday
I'll stick to my Low Rider, but if anything were to happen to it, I could maybe see snagging the Standard with the Stage II already installed. I think this thing will fly out of showrooms once people start customizing and showing them off!
Great bike and I like the options but they really should go a step further. It should come stripped down no bars, grips, seat, exhaust, you select the style you want. Then your not paying for crap your just going to take off anyway. Great vid.
How about the Softail Sport Glide? Yeah, it’s more $$$ but it’s got so much more to offer. The best part are those gorgeous mantis wheels! Or maybe the best part is the quick detach bags. Or that cool looking mini fairing, also quick detach. Or that cruise control comes standard. As always, good video!
I can definitely see a market for this bike, but for me I would probably opt for the Street Bob. I prefer the black over the chrome and even though I would change a lot on either one I would spend more than the $1000 difference just in blacking out the parts I wouldn't change on the Street Bob. For someone who wanted to save the extra money this would be a better option. My biggest complaint is the gas tank. It isn't even the size that bothers me so much as the look of the tank. Looks too much like the 1200 Custom or the Street 750 tank. I think maybe a tank lift would improve it.
Well it depends. This, the street bob, and low rider would maybe work. Definitely not a Heritage, that’s when the bikes start getting bigger and heavier. Honestly you should get a sportster or even better and Indian Scout.
Biker Babe Beth I bet this bike would work for you down the road. You can always change the foot controls and bring the closer to you. Edit: Just saw one of your vids. Yes this bike would work for you and would be a great upgrade from a Sportster. In all actuality, I would love to have a 1200XL as a second bike to my 2018 Heritage. They are hella fun!!
Sharp bike and a great price point. The ONLY thing that stopped me from picking one of these up is the small-ish gas tank, especially for that size engine. If you plan on doing any distance, that could be an issue.
I'm glad to have gotten the fxbb streetbob not a chrome guys but I love my bike and the blacked out, but YES @Blockhead the seat sucks I'd say only good for like and he ride or so
I like the standard, I'd want the whole bike black rims included. Just like the low rider s, the speedometer it's kinda small. Wouldn't it be hard to see if the sun is hitting it.
I’ve got only 2k more to save to get the 2022 model or 23 if it’s out when I have the money. Been a grind but I don’t want to finance. I can’t fkn wait
I traded my 2019 iron 1200 in for a standard. What kinda riding were you thinking about doing? I mean if you wanna do the same kinda riding you did on your sportster like me, go for it. Because the softail standard is just better in every way, the suspension is just so much better, the bike doesn't vibrate the piss outta you over 55mph like my sporty did
@@victorvigorous7125 the gas tank on the standard is 3.5gal BTW, what is a longer ride for you? Keep in mind by the time you need gas, you'll most likely already be ready to get the hell off the bike lol yeah the standard is just a bigger and better sportster
@@victorvigorous7125 if ya have any questions about the bike, hopefully I can answer some questions. I have a stage 1 and just put new handlebars/risers on
@blockhead I reached out to Ruroc because your discount code wasn’t working. They responded back in email that they have made the decision to discontinue all influencer codes. Just a heads up.
I'm interested in it but I don't hear any options for ABS? It's also a let down not having dual disc brakes. I assume that would be hard to upgrade to. I'm not a fan of the spoked wheels, I think alloy would be better. It's still a lot of money for a stripped down bike. This bike is also in the price range for a Scout. At least Indian makes it easier to get ABS on a Scout though.
I really enjoy your bike review videos. So thorough, except one thing. You mention your height, but not your inseam (at least not that I can recall). I'm 5'8" with a 32" inseam and I have a friend who is also my height but with a 30" inseam and bikes fit differently between us. So inseam would be valuable I think. Anyway, excellent review as always!
Stages should come from the factory as engine is too expensive to modify. Bikes still depreciate so want to limit too much additional depreciating aftermarket parts.
Perfect platform for the channel and give away bike. Would look amazing full club style. Will consider this bike my self when I step up from the 48. 👌🏾
I just bought a 2023 Softail Standard this year, and I will attest that this bike is one of the nicest softails Harley has ever made. The Milwaukee 8 107 has a ton of power and is nothing short of phenomenal.
Everybody says she's a blank canvas. I like her the way she is.
All the better then, don't have to put any more $ into it! 😁
@Joseph Babica reminds me of the panheads.
You should definitely replace the seat...
@Joseph Babica Me too! That bike looks great to me, just as it is.
Reminds me a lot of my 95 FXDWG
Just bought a street Bob 2 weeks ago and I'm loving it. Other than the seat there's not much I want to change. 👍
Bought my Street Bob January 31st. Almost 12k miles on it. Saddleman Step Up was a must.
Saddlemen Renegade solo seat
I love those bikes. Other than the seat, and maybe the exhaust, I wouldn't change anything. It looks tough already 👊🏼
What’s wrong with the seat?!
@@alextorkelson I just don't think it looks very good.
@@mikesatawake2277 what seat would you replace it with and what exhaust would you get
Maybe a La Pera Cherokee seat and probably a 2 into 1 exhaust. But having said that I'd take it just how it is since I can't afford it, lol
Here's my take as a guy approaching 60 years old.... the seat, yeah its not the best by no means..I traded my electraglide in for one of these. It was a 2004 88 inch 5 speed.. At my age, this bike needs no more performance..it very torquey. Its light ( why I traded, my back injury is catching up) and it has plenty of power to get around cars at the drop of a hat. My forward controls are perfect. Ill probably eventually replace the seat, but I found some Basani slip ons ill be putting on. With the daytripper tall back rest, a Bluetooth soundbar installed, and a detachable windshield, my bike is all but complete and trip ready.
I was cruising around yesterday and thought id get into the throttle more than normal....The bike jumped from 70 mph to 110 in no time with more throttle just waiting on me but I backed her down. The bike weighs like 50 or 60 pounds more than a sportster. Blockhead was right when he was talking about the weight difference. Ive only owned dressers and a Heritage before, the ability to move this bike around was a huge selling point for me.. in the next ten years, ill have to move to a tri glide. Its coming I know, but until then, ill be enjoying 2 wheels any way I can. Ride safe fellers!
I was considering this bike, but I’d change to Mag wheels. I’d also change that seat to a Saddlemen Explorer.
Bought one last month, traded in my 1200 SportyT for it, put the touring package and a Stage 1 on it!
So weird seeing you ride right past my house!
That would be the Harley for me based on the price, and the multitude of directions you could take it in customizing.
Good review brother.
Thanks for your review man! Glad to hear those comments from a Harley experienced guy like you! I'm waiting for mine to arrive at the dealership in a month or so here in Barcelona, my first Harley!
Getting this as my first Harley and I can't wait
Just brought one in NZ. My first Harley, just love it..
I can’t wait until I own one of these. That’s beautiful simplicity
Yes!!! Exactly the video I was waiting for!!! Please buy it and customize it. I love having morning coffee and checking your videos before I start work.
Would you recommend an h-d softail standard for an older guy getting back into riding? Thanks!
Great entry level bike! Friend of mine just bought one and I am helping her modify it! Thanks for the review!
I would not consider it an entry level bike. Too heavy and "powerful" for a real beginner.
@@thtigmif Sure, understand. My friend went this route instead of a Sportster for the little difference in price and wanted new. She took private lessons for 6 weeks and is riding good. I agree it has a lot of power and torque for some but she thankfully was able to handle it.
@@thtigmif Powerful LOL. My electric mountain bike might be quicker.
@@Lex-Rex Powerful in quotes. I'm not talking about horse power or top speed, but you can't deny that it's pretty torquey. Obviously it's not an hayabusa.
@@thtigmif They are torquey, but compared to a Rocket 3, VMax, Valkyrie, and the Diavel, they are pretty weak. If you ride any of the ones listed above, you understand.
Totally agree that stock seat is junk! Switched to a Saddleman StepUp and then a Saddleman Explorer (better passenger comfort) on the Softail Slim I had. A set of Rinehart SlipOns make that Milwaukee-Eight sing a beautiful song.
If I could get it for $5k less then what dealers have it for, I'd go buy one right now. Hate that there's not a mag wheel option. Bottom line is HD is a great bike. They're just priced 5-10k$ + too high. RIP HD.
I totally agree. Just bought a new Heritage and it wasn’t cheap. For what it is should have been around $14K and not $20K.
Fist bump sound effects best part of the video.
I bought one today! Traded in my 04 electraglide. Asked if I could use my bike for some credit, they gave my 3,000.00 in credit for customizing. And I cant wait to start adding my personal touches. Picking it up Friday. So glad to get off the 88
What's wrong with the 88?
I pick up my 2021 FXST on 2/27. Rode HD's for 30 years and have been away from the brand for 10 years now. Looking forward to re-engaging with HD again. The new M8 motor, frame, suspension and minimalist look drew me back once again. I'll be keeping my 2015 Indian Chieftain for trips.
Bought this bike a month ago and love it! Changed the seat out cause after about an hour it feels like you’re sitting on the frame.
Very good review, also in 2023. I'm a big fan of the laced wheels too and thanks to your review I made the decision for the softail std and not a Sportster 1200.
Im a fan of bobs and you could easily bob that sweet bike! But,its a blank canvas and you could take it anyway you want and it looks like an awesome platform for whatever you come up with! Thank you BlockHead for doing these videos! Been watching alot of them and learning alot!
Great review. I own a 2020 model. I put on a HD Sundowner seat, passenger foot pegs, and a detachable sissy bar. It handles great and has plenty of power. I left my motor stock to maintain my warranty. It is smooth and powerful. Low seat height. I’m 5’8” so Adventure tourers aren’t on my menu. 😄
Love This bike. ✌🏼 from 🇨🇵
This reminds me of the Night Trains from 15 or so years ago. Love the bike!
I wonder if it feels as good as the Night Train. I had a 08. It was the best bike i've ever owned.
Great review! I bought this bike a couple of months ago as my first Harley and love it. Definitely going to switch out the seat though.
Brian McElmeel yeah just bought my Softail after about 50 miles tailbone pain is getting uncomfortable!! New seat upgrade this winter definitely!!
I have a 2021 iron 883. Loving it but looking hard at this one. Love the old school looks.
great bike with a good lean angle, get a upholsterer to pad out the seat, and change the bars , and get a tuner to let the motor breath more ..
I just purchased this same bike Friday my first Harley I love it
I'm glad you made a video on this I've been considering this bike since it came out. Would love to see you put a BlockHead touch on that.
I put a Saddlemen Renegade solo seat on mine.
I know this is kinda meant as a blank canvas (as others have stated), but wish it came with options to purchase "the blank canvas" with the 114 or the 117, and a 5gal tank would be a nice option. And yes I know you can get those after market.
I was told by a mate who works at Harley that the 107 is the better engine for the softail because the gearbox doesn't play as nice with the 114. The 114 is the better engine for the tourers.
Also the 107 feels “snappier” then the 114. It pulls harder in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Where the 114 has the advantage is in the highway. It pulls harder in 5th and 6th (more passing power).
I'm a newbie to motorcycles. Still need to take a riding course. However if I were to buy a motorcycle, I would want this Soft Tail. But walk before you run, so take a safety training class first.
Would prefer mag wheels , to much maintaince with spoke rims get a Corbin seat
Mags = more $$$
@@BlockheadMoto HD should make them standard on the standard think most folks would prefer
Gerald Anderson - I understand what your preference and many others preferences are, but that defeats the purpose, doesn’t it? Adding things here and there drives the price up (USB, mag wheels, larger tank, etc,) and the point of the bike as a ‘Standard’ is making it a cost efficient entry level Softail.
@@BlockheadMoto or just a ploy knowing that folks dig into their wallets to change things that they know the masses will pay$$ to change , cant cost to much as HD puts mags on their cheaper models sportster iron as example , the iron has some cheesy crap knowing folks will pay to change the silver gas cap , oil dip stick looks horrible stands out like pimples , first things folks pay up to change myself included , I understand your thought but put stuff on their that you know people will change , and cough up dough to replace simply marketing
That handlebar clamp speedo is so cool. Wish my Sport Glide had it. 😕
I love just about everything about this bike. It’s a great platform to do whatever you want to it without having to buy everything you want it to be already built from the factory. You don’t like harleys fairings? That’s cool you can get your own elsewhere. Only thing I don’t like is it only comes in black. I’d love one in white. But that’s what’s great about it. You can go and get it repainted without any buyers remorse.
I have only one question. Harley did an amazing job on this, but is there a way to eliminate the computer screen on the handle bars? Hopefully there is an analog guage. Thanks for any help.
I loved my street bob and I am going to get one as soon as I pay off the street glide special
The local Harley dealer has persuaded me to come and test ride one this weekend, although I have been looking at the 1200 Iron. As he hasn't got a 1200 Iron in stock, I suspect he may be trying to sell me what he has got. But I do like the minimalist look of this bike.
I traded my 2019 iron 1200 in for one of these. Everything is just sooooo much better compared to the sportster, nice actually have suspension. Gonna be buying a saddlemen seat for it, still trying to figure out what type of exhaust i want. Going between the Two Brothers Racing and Bassani's "new" road rage short/shorty whatever they call it.
I have the new Bassani road rage and it's awesome.
I just got my Softail Standard 2 weeks ago and only thing I didn’t like was exhaust (sounds like it’s from the jetsons) and the seat! I’m saving up for those can’t wait to build mine (club style bike)
Me and a friend went to Buddy Stubbs HD in phoenix AZ where we are staying now for school went to look at a cheap softail but it was sold by the time we got there. We ended up at Arrowhead HD another dealership not to far away and they pointed me to the softail standard just waiting to get financing on it. I'm coming from a 2003 Honda shadow 750 ace.
Due to my lack of riding experience only thing I’d add right off the jump would be crash bars
Like how that right turn signal turned left. Turn signals should be located somewhere else vs handlebars
This is definitely on my list of bikes to consider. Price is a limiting factor.
If I had new bike money in hand, I would definitely be looking at the standard as a second bike (my current is a 2000 XL1200 custom). I’ll be honest though. I kinda want to see you ride the flagship bikes from BMW: the RnineT pure, 1250GS, and S1000RR. Some of my favorite videos of yours are always when you go “off the reservation” as it were. Awesome video!!
Great review as always..appreciate you putting the time and effort in..I’m on the fence with either a street bob or roadster..6’ and 250lbs..can the roadster work for me? Not any vids showing larger guys on roadsters riding or even just sitting on one..thanks
Nice bike, a few changes I would make and that's just me. (#1) I never liked turn signals clamped on the handle bars, drop them down to the forks along side the headlight. That also frees up the clean look to the front. (#2) I would change the handle bar size to Chubby for a thick look and feel. (#3) Nice looking pipes but you have to hear them..... Nice Bike!
I like the Standard! Maybe change seat, add small windshield.
That's all I would change.
Thanks man, great review! Best wishes from the Netherlands.
It's maybe the only new softail that I could afford. And I also like it a lot.
I used to love the Street Bob until I sat on it at the Int'l Motorcycle show and now I really dont like it at all anymore. He's spot on about the seat comfort. I went from that and then jumped on a Slim and that was so much more comfortable
I've literally replaced the seat on every motorcycle I've owned. Harley's included. I think all mfgs makes their seat suck to support the aftermarket.
Love the bike and price point just hate how it’s only a 3gal tank
What are the biggest differences between SOFTAIL STANDARD and STREET BOB?
I prefer the streetbob cuz it's all blacked out probably be my next bike after my irons paid off 🤞🏽 awesome job as usual Block 🤘🏽
Orlando? That's where my mom (not successful. she dumped the street 500, the smallest harley they made) and stepdad went to get their endorsements to ride my mom's vespa. I need to get out there for some test rides someday
I'll stick to my Low Rider, but if anything were to happen to it, I could maybe see snagging the Standard with the Stage II already installed. I think this thing will fly out of showrooms once people start customizing and showing them off!
Why is the video footage of turning at the crossroad to the left never taken from the beginning to the end of the curve?
I PICK MINE UP JANUARY 28th I’m EXCITED ❗️❗️
Great bike and I like the options but they really should go a step further. It should come stripped down no bars, grips, seat, exhaust, you select the style you want. Then your not paying for crap your just going to take off anyway. Great vid.
Those are slick starter bikes or a bike that you really want to build up the way you want. Nice video keep up the good work.
How about the Softail Sport Glide? Yeah, it’s more $$$ but it’s got so much more to offer. The best part are those gorgeous mantis wheels! Or maybe the best part is the quick detach bags. Or that cool looking mini fairing, also quick detach. Or that cruise control comes standard.
As always, good video!
I can definitely see a market for this bike, but for me I would probably opt for the Street Bob. I prefer the black over the chrome and even though I would change a lot on either one I would spend more than the $1000 difference just in blacking out the parts I wouldn't change on the Street Bob. For someone who wanted to save the extra money this would be a better option. My biggest complaint is the gas tank. It isn't even the size that bothers me so much as the look of the tank. Looks too much like the 1200 Custom or the Street 750 tank. I think maybe a tank lift would improve it.
This is what I'm planning to buy myself. Thank you for the review!
Great video. One thing, the bike has a USB port. I know because I have a Softail Standard.
Can anyone with a Softail let me know if you’d think it would be a good bike for a very short lady? I’m only 5’1”.
Well it depends. This, the street bob, and low rider would maybe work. Definitely not a Heritage, that’s when the bikes start getting bigger and heavier. Honestly you should get a sportster or even better and Indian Scout.
quomofo1 I am currently riding on a 883 Sportster. I love her! Just curious for the future.
Biker Babe Beth I bet this bike would work for you down the road. You can always change the foot controls and bring the closer to you.
Edit: Just saw one of your vids. Yes this bike would work for you and would be a great upgrade from a Sportster. In all actuality, I would love to have a 1200XL as a second bike to my 2018 Heritage. They are hella fun!!
Sharp bike and a great price point. The ONLY thing that stopped me from picking one of these up is the small-ish gas tank, especially for that size engine. If you plan on doing any distance, that could be an issue.
Yeah I hate how a lot of the new softails have 3.3 gallon tanks.
Legit Block. Thanks for the great content!
I'm glad to have gotten the fxbb streetbob not a chrome guys but I love my bike and the blacked out, but YES @Blockhead the seat sucks I'd say only good for like and he ride or so
Thanks much for the intro ride...
Great bike great video only thing that sucks are those roads are straighter than an interstate
I like the standard, I'd want the whole bike black rims included. Just like the low rider s, the speedometer it's kinda small. Wouldn't it be hard to see if the sun is hitting it.
I’ve got only 2k more to save to get the 2022 model or 23 if it’s out when I have the money. Been a grind but I don’t want to finance.
I can’t fkn wait
I have an Iron 883 now and am looking to get something bigger and I thought this would be a good option but not sure
I traded my 2019 iron 1200 in for a standard. What kinda riding were you thinking about doing? I mean if you wanna do the same kinda riding you did on your sportster like me, go for it. Because the softail standard is just better in every way, the suspension is just so much better, the bike doesn't vibrate the piss outta you over 55mph like my sporty did
@@SooHighFashion I wanna go on longer rides and have a bit more power. The standard seems like an obvious upgrade.
@@victorvigorous7125 the gas tank on the standard is 3.5gal BTW, what is a longer ride for you? Keep in mind by the time you need gas, you'll most likely already be ready to get the hell off the bike lol yeah the standard is just a bigger and better sportster
@@victorvigorous7125 if ya have any questions about the bike, hopefully I can answer some questions. I have a stage 1 and just put new handlebars/risers on
You should not have to replace seats, handlebars, and multi engine stages.
Finally, yes! I believe & trust yours review
Hey that’s my bike!
Basically a Street Bob with chrome.
I honestly want to get one to build up to a 128 😂
My question is how do you opt between the Low Rider and the Standard? Which do you think is the better bike of the two?
@blockhead I reached out to Ruroc because your discount code wasn’t working. They responded back in email that they have made the decision to discontinue all influencer codes. Just a heads up.
I'm interested in it but I don't hear any options for ABS? It's also a let down not having dual disc brakes. I assume that would be hard to upgrade to. I'm not a fan of the spoked wheels, I think alloy would be better. It's still a lot of money for a stripped down bike.
This bike is also in the price range for a Scout. At least Indian makes it easier to get ABS on a Scout though.
You can get abs on it no problem but more cash those brakes r good even with one disk
And way more power than the scout
Abs is an option. $795 extra
I really enjoy your bike review videos. So thorough, except one thing. You mention your height, but not your inseam (at least not that I can recall). I'm 5'8" with a 32" inseam and I have a friend who is also my height but with a 30" inseam and bikes fit differently between us. So inseam would be valuable I think. Anyway, excellent review as always!
I’m 28” inseam and this bike is absolute perfection
Could of bought one but not really a fan. Reminds me to much of a Honda. Bought a 2013 Softail blackline instead and am way happier with it.
Do you suggest it as a beginner bike?
Would you consider this a good first bike in general
Im interested in a soft tail standard
Son & law got one and loves it - ✊🏻👍👌
Stages should come from the factory as engine is too expensive to modify. Bikes still depreciate so want to limit too much additional depreciating aftermarket parts.
I like the bike just as it is
Great info Blockhead, the gas tank is a 3.5. Do you have the option to switch to a 5 gal tank?
I seriously want this bike but I am a brand new rider and I am scared that this would make for a terrible first bike
Absolutely love it. Do you think 23000 with everything except gap is a good price cash. Thanks
So it's a Softail Stripper?
Perfect platform for the channel and give away bike. Would look amazing full club style. Will consider this bike my self when I step up from the 48. 👌🏾
Yes it is a great starting point for a build, but club style... I don't know.
Can you make these Harley standards into Chicano Cholo Vicla ?
Would this bike to small for 6'3 human?
I love my new fxst
I never considered a Softail, now I am.