I came close to getting the sportster S, but the LRS won me over in the end. I just had to go with the more traditional, air cooled, big twin, cruiser! Plus, I like the extra weight, and nothing beats the looks of a FXLRS! Especially the 20-21 with the gauges on the tank where they belong!
If i can find one (and afford it) Im buying a Lowrider 131 next year but still keeping my ‘23 Sportster S. My SS is a absolute beast and eats up everything in its path.
This is just an update for you man, I just ran 10.93@119mph in the 1/4 mile on my stock S. It ran the 1/8th in 6.91 @ 100mph. Is there any stock 131 crate swap lowriders doing high 10's? Honest question considering I've never done any research on the 131 besides basic specs.
Wow that is a great 1/4 and trap speed! Congrats! The light weight to power ratio makes a killer combo that I doubt a heavier M8 could keep up with you
Almost sad in a way, the cheap bike from Harley makes more power than anything else in the whole factory line up. Better than the 40k boats Harley puts out.
@@DickVanNiggz Love a vrod though. Just don't love the extra weight that comes with them haha. I remember when they first came out I wanted one bad. But I was into muscle cars back then and didn't have the extra funds for another hobby lol. Overall the S is an animal in mid range. On the dyno mine makes 90% of its peak 89ft lbs tq at 3,500rpm. It's not loaded with torque like the 107 or 114 but it's linear as can be. Its a straight line across the dyno sheet. Enough for a 500lbs bike that's for sure.
I wasn’t ready for that bike to be that quick but wow does it go! Kept pulling the wheel up when I dropped the clutch! Enjoy your new motorcycle you got a winner!!👍🏼
Will say, the sportster s launches extremely well with TC on, but I have faster launches with the tc off. Especially on warm tires as the sportster will pick the front tire off the ground if you can manage out the wheel spin from the dig. (I also am 19 at 160, so I don’t weigh that much and I’m pretty flexible). I think they are both extremely good bikes, but in my opinion, the sportster S will out do a 131 if both riders are well experienced. Definitely wish I could get a quick shifter, definitely a bike that needs it. Or just a throttle cut so you can keep at full throttle and not power shift. Also the sportster will spin the tire from 0-85 if you never stop the spin on cold tires. the tires stop spinning at 60 to 70 on warm tires
The stiff suspension on the sportster s causes a lot of the spin as even on the softest setting, you still only have roughly an inch of travel. If there was more travel, I fell the bike could hook a lot better from the dig. I am designing some front faring pieces to make the bike more aerodynamic, custom exhaust, and a different foot placement to help with overall looks and ergonomics. And to see if I can get a plug in option for at least no lift shift. Thinking about just wiring into the clutch switch plug. And making it so under full throttle. When the clutch is pulled. The engine will cut spark for roughly 0.75 seconds. Like no lift in a car lol. And the better foot position will benefit lean angles
I doubt it. I have a '23 LRS with a 2BR exhaust and it pulls hard. My buddy has a 131 and took on an MT10 with 165hp and almost 200 lbs. less. Both were dead even 60- 130. I know a Sportster S can't take on an MT10. I'll take on any SS with my Z900 with 125 hp.
The clutch on the sportster s in sport mode is kind of shitty when it comes to feeling when it engages. Combine that with the shifter being at the wrong angle with forward controls (I literally have to lift my entire leg up and back to shift it) and it takes a little bit of practice to launch the thing.
You can do a 128 with a 107 from Harley and a 131 with a 114. If money is no object and you want to change out the crankshaft than the sky is the limit!
@@TorqueandPower ---> I agree if money is not the issue, but most for most guys money is the issue so they use their stock crank in their 107 engine and only build a 124-inch.
Alright let’s go was a great way to start a race guy on sportster wasn’t even ready 😂 lame also why is he clutching a quick shifter he’s not a very seasoned rider
My thoughts.... The Sportster S wasn't even close to in the right gear on the digs. 131 would probably still pull from the dig but not as bad.... I'd also venture to say that from a stop the Sporty S would walk the 131 most of the 1/4 times I've seen with even a decent launch(1.8 60' was the best I've seen) netted mid 10 second 1340'
Yeah dude on the sportste S was much heavier, didn’t have the riding experience plus if you don’t push I The S past the 5k rpm you aren’t hitting the powerband. You guys should’ve switched bikes would’ve been a much better comparison.
We did switch it was the same result with me beating him. I weigh 240 so weight wasn’t that big of a thing and he did have “s” mode on. I think he needed more seat time with the bike 😏
I don't care what anyone says, Sportster S is butt ugly. Chicks laugh when you pull up. My black LRS commands respect. What Harleys should sound and look like.
I came close to getting the sportster S, but the LRS won me over in the end. I just had to go with the more traditional, air cooled, big twin, cruiser! Plus, I like the extra weight, and nothing beats the looks of a FXLRS! Especially the 20-21 with the gauges on the tank where they belong!
Dude. you got it right!!!! Wouldn't trade my LRS 117 for nuthin!!!!!
Other guy looks like he can’t ride
I tend to agree
If i can find one (and afford it) Im buying a Lowrider 131 next year but still keeping my ‘23 Sportster S.
My SS is a absolute beast and eats up everything in its path.
I have a Lowrider S with the 131 upgrade and I really enjoy it. So much that I am considering doing the 131 crate motor on my Road King Special.
That is awesome! That low rider is a blast to drive with that big bore motor! I’m putting the 128 in my street glide and can’t wait!
This is just an update for you man, I just ran 10.93@119mph in the 1/4 mile on my stock S. It ran the 1/8th in 6.91 @ 100mph.
Is there any stock 131 crate swap lowriders doing high 10's? Honest question considering I've never done any research on the 131 besides basic specs.
Wow that is a great 1/4 and trap speed! Congrats! The light weight to power ratio makes a killer combo that I doubt a heavier M8 could keep up with you
Damn that’s sweet! As a vrod owner I’m kinda jealous lmao good shit though
Almost sad in a way, the cheap bike from Harley makes more power than anything else in the whole factory line up. Better than the 40k boats Harley puts out.
@@DickVanNiggz
Love a vrod though. Just don't love the extra weight that comes with them haha. I remember when they first came out I wanted one bad. But I was into muscle cars back then and didn't have the extra funds for another hobby lol. Overall the S is an animal in mid range. On the dyno mine makes 90% of its peak 89ft lbs tq at 3,500rpm. It's not loaded with torque like the 107 or 114 but it's linear as can be. Its a straight line across the dyno sheet. Enough for a 500lbs bike that's for sure.
pretty surprised man. almost positive the Sportster S would take it.
makes me wonder about doing the 131 on my Street Bob 114, haha
thanks for the vid
I bought the sportster s a few weeks ago. It’s fast and fun
I wasn’t ready for that bike to be that quick but wow does it go! Kept pulling the wheel up when I dropped the clutch! Enjoy your new motorcycle you got a winner!!👍🏼
It would look good with a VROD headlight . Bout time is see the sporty do something
Sportster s is crazy quick!
Will say, the sportster s launches extremely well with TC on, but I have faster launches with the tc off. Especially on warm tires as the sportster will pick the front tire off the ground if you can manage out the wheel spin from the dig. (I also am 19 at 160, so I don’t weigh that much and I’m pretty flexible). I think they are both extremely good bikes, but in my opinion, the sportster S will out do a 131 if both riders are well experienced. Definitely wish I could get a quick shifter, definitely a bike that needs it. Or just a throttle cut so you can keep at full throttle and not power shift. Also the sportster will spin the tire from 0-85 if you never stop the spin on cold tires. the tires stop spinning at 60 to 70 on warm tires
The stiff suspension on the sportster s causes a lot of the spin as even on the softest setting, you still only have roughly an inch of travel. If there was more travel, I fell the bike could hook a lot better from the dig. I am designing some front faring pieces to make the bike more aerodynamic, custom exhaust, and a different foot placement to help with overall looks and ergonomics. And to see if I can get a plug in option for at least no lift shift. Thinking about just wiring into the clutch switch plug. And making it so under full throttle. When the clutch is pulled. The engine will cut spark for roughly 0.75 seconds. Like no lift in a car lol. And the better foot position will benefit lean angles
I doubt it. I have a '23 LRS with a 2BR exhaust and it pulls hard. My buddy has a 131 and took on an MT10 with 165hp and almost 200 lbs. less. Both were dead even 60- 130. I know a Sportster S can't take on an MT10. I'll take on any SS with my Z900 with 125 hp.
Where’s the 3 beeps?
Love it! I'd take the low rider s any day!
It is a sweet ride with that 131😎
The clutch on the sportster s in sport mode is kind of shitty when it comes to feeling when it engages. Combine that with the shifter being at the wrong angle with forward controls (I literally have to lift my entire leg up and back to shift it) and it takes a little bit of practice to launch the thing.
True! I have a v-rod so the forward control thing was natural but definitely takes practice when launching hard
You know you can adjust the shifter right?........
@@toomey2wheels247
Yes. I adjusted it as far as it will go.
Most likely it's the lighter flywheel of the Sportster S that makes its clutch feel harder to gauge
I wanna see a vrod race a 131. Blockhead raced a livewire on a 131 ci road glide and the road glide pulled on it from a roll
That would be a great race! 131 has some serious power it really flies!
124- inch build if you start off with a 107 engine and a 128-inch build if you start off with a 114 engine
You can do a 128 with a 107 from Harley and a 131 with a 114. If money is no object and you want to change out the crankshaft than the sky is the limit!
@@TorqueandPower ---> I agree if money is not the issue, but most for most guys money is the issue so they use their stock crank in their 107 engine and only build a 124-inch.
@@amphibdriver1 128 kit uses the stock crank too
It’s obvious the guy on the Sportster didn’t know how to ride.
Alright let’s go was a great way to start a race guy on sportster wasn’t even ready 😂 lame also why is he clutching a quick shifter he’s not a very seasoned rider
Maybe he was in the wrong mode?
Unfortunately he wasn’t we checked but I believe he was intimidated by the power of the Sportster s
My thoughts.... The Sportster S wasn't even close to in the right gear on the digs. 131 would probably still pull from the dig but not as bad....
I'd also venture to say that from a stop the Sporty S would walk the 131 most of the 1/4 times I've seen with even a decent launch(1.8 60' was the best I've seen) netted mid 10 second 1340'
He was in the right gears just not familiar with the bike enough. It launches hard if you are not ready
Yeah dude on the sportste S was much heavier, didn’t have the riding experience plus if you don’t push I The S past the 5k rpm you aren’t hitting the powerband. You guys should’ve switched bikes would’ve been a much better comparison.
We did switch it was the same result with me beating him. I weigh 240 so weight wasn’t that big of a thing and he did have “s” mode on. I think he needed more seat time with the bike 😏
*FAKE NEWS* Sporster S is the fastest Harley Davidson ever made
Not a sporty fan at all but can we at least get someone who knows how to ride the thing? That was horrible
Sporty rider is like 100 pounds over weight
Not lying! 🤔
Dude is overweight and cant ride this is a bad comparison
He had all the right talk before we went out but in the end I don’t think he has been riding that long. Oh well it was fun!!!😎
I don't care what anyone says, Sportster S is butt ugly. Chicks laugh when you pull up. My black LRS commands respect. What Harleys should sound and look like.