2017 Harley-Davidson Street Rod (XG750A) First Ride│ Full Review and Test Ride │ Buyer's Guide
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 เม.ย. 2017
- Get a Detailed, In-Depth Review of the Just-Announced Harley-Davidson Street Rod. This is a New Version of the Street 500 & 750 that came out a few years ago. This is a higher performance version of the Street with newer, upgraded suspension, inverted front forks, and Dual Disc Brakes.
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Do you always ride on the sidewalk ?
bikerrick I don't always ride on the sidewalk but when I do, I prefer the Street Rod
lol, awesome!
Joe Sandborn The heritage will feel more manageable because it's lighter and lower slung weight but the Street Glide has a way better ride that is best felt going down the highway at 60 MPH +. Then you have the infotainment system etc. basically the FLHX is more bike with a bigger chassis that has more highway comfort and bell and whistles. That being said, depending on your size, the FLSTC might do the trick just fine especially if you have a shorter inseam.
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Joe, just get or test drive a Road King..the SG will feel heavy due to the faring...much heavier than the Softail. The RK, u can take the windshield off if u are riding local...just a thought
I've had this bike for 4 years now and I still love it. I use it as a commuter and it draws lots of attention due to its aggressive styling.
I love mine I’ve had it for 3 years stone cold reliable and everyone loves the aggressive look
You're like the only person that makes these in-depth Harley-Davidson videos, keep up the good work.
J N Thank you! Thanks for watching.
I have to say man, your reviews are the best. You never miss a detail or feature. Keep up the great work brother!!
Mario Meza thank you. !
great review as always. it does not look like a harley
Huge upgrade over the standard Street 750, probably what it should have been in the first place.
I love all the motorcycle manufacturers mixing things up. All the the companies mimic each other. I'm not brand loyal just love motorcycles all kinds. Keep them coming!
Very good review. I bought the 2018 street rod two days ago and i've been having an absolute blast on it.
For anyone curious - I'm 5'6" and 125 pounds and this bike is perfect for me. Foot controls (for me at least) were weird at first, but after a couple days of riding I got used to them pretty quick.
Do you think this bike works for 5'10" and 189 pounds?
This would make a great second bike. A touring bike and this to rip around town. Great review as always! Thanks
I have owned five sportsters, one Dyna. I am 5'8" tall. I've always tried to get to like Harleys. For various reasons they never just really got to me. I'm too short for any of those forward controls. I don't like that seating arrangement anyway. Just my opinion, but I think bikes should have standard upright sitting positions for safety. And comfort. This new bike has a serious chance of winning me over once and for all. I'm going to test ride one later today I hope.
How did it go?
Another great review Matt. I know H-D is trying to entice more younger buyers but as a baby boomer I would consider the Street Rod as my around-town bike of choice. Can't wait to test ride one.
I know this comment is old, but im 21 years old, and this will be my first bike, im in love with this thing.
i love all kinds of motorcycles! good job harley!
Hey Matt,
Great reviews with a lots details as always.
I enjoyed watching your videos.
Good job 👍🏼
Thanks man
I agree with you on the foot controls. In my opinion this bike was built for more of the aggressive rider and I think it would've benefited with Rearset Controls.
nice to hear such an honest balanced review
As a allround bike-lover I've preferred nakeds from Yamaha, but this bike is something else man. I think this is how they answer the naked bikes from other manufacturers. And I think it came out great. Now maybe a bigger power plant?
Good review as always. The demo truck is coming to my area in a few weeks. I'm looking forward to riding this.
Excellent review as usual. It was good to see what that bike is like, even though it's not really the style I like (I'm a sportster fan).
I freaking love it!
Thanks Matt, it looks like a cool bike. I wish there would have been something comparable from H-D when I started riding.
love this bike!!!! I can't wait to get my hands on one !!
Pretty bike. First time I've seen such details. I really like it. They did a nice job with this bike. Thanks for your review.
I traded my 2016 street 500 for this new 2017 Street Rod and the power is just awesome. Put a speed merchant slip on and this bike sounds so good. I would highly recommend this bike for a daily commuter or a starter bike. Great video really liked that you showed the comparisons to the other street model.
Just bought this street rod for driving to work each day and it is the best. Lots of power and easy to take on highway and in stop and go rush hour traffic. The bar end mirrors are really the best motorcycle mirrors ever . I can see all traffic behind and beside me. The brakes are really good and this bike is so much fun to drive anywhere . I put some longer foot pegs and it helps a lot with my boots.
The Harley Dave nice man. Thank you for the comment from an actual owner of the bike.
Dude, I am going to go broke watching your videos -- lol! I already bought a new Sport Glide because of you. Now I want to buy Street Rod 750 as a second bike!
Thanks Matt! I am a new rider from the San Francisco Bay Area living in Vegas and looking to go back. I have been going back and forth between the street rod 750 and the iron 883 and you nailed it. My mind is to go with the street rod!!!
I was drawn to watch this because the bike looked like an updated 1982 Honda 500 twin Ascot which I don't mean in a derogatory way. I am sure this bike won't appeal to current HD base but in 20 years guys my age (63) won't be paying HD bills anyway, so I think it is a smart move to build this bike to help the future considering the demo and environmental reg changes. BMW made this type of move bringing in 1985 and has slowly continued to change their bikes to appeal to a younger market. There are enough bikes for my generation for my to buy so I am all for building bikes the next generation.
Justdad the Ascot and the VTwin 500’s were awesome!
Nice to see HD making a new standard motorcycle.
I work at the Mile High Harley Davidson here in Colorado and we just got a few of these. I can say I like it but we also have a heavily modified street 750 (most parts you can't get anymore like the racing tuner) we did the cams and a stage one to it with Vance heins pipes and I love it. it's just a little faster and alot louder than the street rod but the brakes are garbage. I like the street rod design and feel better.
was it easy to find the clutch cuz when I was on my friends 883 (i know they are different ) I could not find it easily
This is the bike I wish Harley made when I bought my first Harley in 2001. I love my sportster but love this new style of bikes Harley is producing.
thank you for making a review of this worth watching!!! Harley definitely got my attention with this one. never cared much for riding cruisers but I grew up in Wisconsin around Harleys and was sad when they shut buell down. Glad to see them dipping into this market.
Nicodemus Maximus Thanks man.
great video Matt next time I visit Los Angeles I'm definitely coming to see the dealership
Excellent review and honest opinion. Thank 👊🏼
Love the bike in Vivid Black Matt. In my humble opinion Harley is knocking it out of the park with the new models. Great Vlog Matt. I have to get down there and say hello to you in person some day. Thanks again.
Yea, Harley is really "upping" their game lately. Stop by and say hi for sure.
another killer review bro, can't wait to see what's next.
Milwaukee 8 Stage 4 review and test ride.
I have a Street Glide now, but I really miss my Street Rod. It was too small for my body, but so much fun!
I have one and love it! Plenty of power for fun but not too much for trouble.
Breaks work super well... threw me off my bike and I crashed it.
Lots of traditional people don't like it, but this is for the younger crowd who want a sport style under the Harley name that isn't super heavy. I have noodles for arms but this thing feels like nothing.
Totally love it!
EDIT: I'm 5'9 and 200-210 lbs. It fits me perfectly.
Snow Fox would this bike fit someone 6’2?
Great review Matt! I like how you speak the truth about your own brand. As a Harley rider I appreciate it! Stay safe!
Thanks man. I try to just give my honest opinion.
Harley davidson street 750
Nice review...of course I wouldn't expect anything less. I live a long ways from Laidlaw's but I'm buying my next Harley from you or Scott. Keep them reviews coming!
CUInMySights Thank you. Enjoy the ride.
I absolutely loved it...
Thanks for another excellent review
Checking this video out because I just got this bike. Previous owner barely rode it. It's not your usual harley but it's a pretty fun ride.
great video Matt next time I visit Los Angeles I'll be sure to come in and check out your Harley dealership
I just got an iron used... I kind of wish this bike was out a couple months ago. I kind of feel like I missed out. I love my 883 though and I can't wait to customize it. Great vid!
Your explanation on this bike is sweet bud worth watching the whole video
I think that the XG750A is the one for me. Thank you Matt.
Definitely like the street rod
I heard a lot about faulty brakes in 750 is this bike have revised version of brakes
in comparison to Triumph's Street Twin, is it better to ride and own, cost being not a bar.. can you do a comparison article/video ?
great video matt pretty informative thank you
Hello Matt, thanks for the clip. I just saw some oder movie about the street Rod. And 2 things came always; first the problem about the neutral gear - difficult to find etc. and second about the heat on the left leg... do you have any command about this too?
good review, id love to see what this bike looks like with knobby tires and a bit of off-roading.
would this be a good starter bike for a 5'10 230 guy
Excellent review. Thanks.
Great review as usual this is a great looking bike
PS The 2017 Road King is still my favorite : )
Al
Do they make forward controls for this bike?
Matt.I like your"Honest Reviews".
Great informative vid.
BTW, you're riding in my hometown! Wooo!
SlimJimTran Baldwin Park!
All these guys that go negative on this bike because it doesn't fit the H-D image are missing the point. It reminds me of Apple. For years Apple had a hardcore user base of desktop computer users. Me included. When the iPod was introduced there was an uproar in the Mac community that Apple somehow lost its way. This later changed the course of history...not saying this bike is a game changer but give some kudos to American ingenuity. This bike will attract a younger crowd, I already know of guys who are actually now thinking of buying a Harley instead of some plastic Japanese toy. Would I buy this bike, never... not my style and I'm to big
Just wondering what helmet you're wearing in this video. Looks like the Outlaw Bandit? I don't think I saw vents and I do think I saw ridges up top.
Merci Matt ! good job . even if i did not understand every thing ! J'aime cette moto .
new and this bike is perfect for me. Foot controls (for me at least) were weird at first, but after a couple days cuanki project
Holy crap! I didn't realize it had upside forks. Definitely worth the $1K upgrade from the regular Street 750. I totally missed seeing this at the dealership.
Picked my green one up 2 days ago here in the UK
Hey Matt! Love your channel (Y). Was thinking of getting this bike as my first one but I am also tall guy and this video somehow made my change my mind - what HD would you recommend for this kind of money?
How does this do vs. the roadster? Hp? Handling? Breaking?
Does it have a fuel level indicator? (the earlier versions didn't have one, trust you know that)
I'm a new driver but...old yet :) (44 years old)...and I'll buy this moto because I loved it from the first moment that I saw! Thanks for your review...help me very much :) I hope that it will be so funny to drive in Italy as in US :)
Great video! You really put all the pros and cons Vs an Iron 883. Would you take the Street Rod or Iron 883 for commuting (+- 40km)? Thank you for your review!
How does this compare to the Iron 883? Im 5'10" and 215lbs, looking for my first Harley... I really like the looks of the Dark Custom 883 but dont want to buy a bike purely on looks.
Major improvement.
Which do you think would be faster the street 750 or my 01 883
Great advice’s thanks!
Awesome bike. Tuffside has a fender eliminator kit and tuffside makes a super tall boy seat and makes the comfort so much better. Speed merchant makes an awesome slip on that makes this bike roar. I have this bike and really like the price and how the custom parts are available to make it my own style.
+The Harley Dave very cool man. Thanks for the info.
In terms of all out fun i would say this is probably the bike to get. the exhaust is horrible but thats probably the only thing u would need to customize on it. Great review as always man!
I wanted you to open it up from a stand still a bit more. In concern to speed and acceleration which one is better, the street rod or iron?
Street Rod Hands down.
I like that Harley brought in the rake, agree with another comment about rear sets. And while I am dreaming it's too bad they didn't bump the motor up to perform more like an SV, might even get some STIGs come over to the dark side. Harley chintzed out on the tail section ( lights and license plate holder). I hope this bike sells. Your videos are always well laid out, great job!
Thank you for your comment.
nice review , thanks for make the video
Thanks for the awsm review, thumbs up... Im plannin on gettin a more traditional HD wich is loud, old skool & like u said the iron is more of tht but im havin a dilema between the iron & 48! Im 5'9 & 165lbs... Wt are yr suggestions? Pls let me know. Thank u
Now how well does it handle in a canyon ride?
For regular / casual city riding what would you suggest ? Triumph Boneville T100 or Street rod?
Hans Ambooken I know this is an old post but the t100 is the better bike. However it’s a lot more expensive as well
what about the pegs placement? do you offer a relocation kit or something? Because I sat on one and couldn't bear the peg position
Thanks for the review bro. Looking for a beginner bike for my girl. This seems like it would be perfect, based off your review. We were looking at the streets, glad we didn't pull the trigger on them. Also, how do you like that Simpson helmet, and which model is it?
Brilliant review as always , can you do one on the fatboy 2017 103B seen the S review but interested in the standard, many thanks
Yea, its on my list.
hello, would you say this is a beginners bike?
How's the front braking on it? Can you upgrade to an ABS braking system? I hot the 750a like that for my 1st bike about a week ago.
Great vid man. Question; how did your legs feel after riding? Were you cramped up too much while riding? I get the feeling the foot pegs are way too vertical, or underneath your legs so much that it might feel uncomfortable.
Excellent review subscribed
bowchee Thanks for the Sub
Very very informative!
Matt, the right foot looks a little close to the pipes. Does your foot get hot?
Tommy D you're right it actually rests on top of the pipe. There is a foot pad there though. No I didn't notice any heat.
Don't wear shorts...
Great video....Are the valves on this model or any model Harley Davidson self adjusting?
Hi Matt, I got a question as I was able to pop in to your Grandpa's birthday. Could a Harley dealership like yours lower the suspension of a Roadster to where I can plant both my feet flat footed without sacrificing performance as it does have adjustable rear suspension? I am 5'6 and thought where the seat of the bike currently that is boarding a bit too high. Originally, I wanted an Iron 883 but as a mature that will soon be a first time rider, I've changed what I want for a bike that will last me which is why I now want the Roadster instead. Do you think it would be a good bike for me, a 5'6 29 year old, along you thinking that I should suspension lowered? Also, this isn't anytime near soon, but if a prospective customer wanted ABS for a bike, could your dealership get it or get a desired bike with ABS from another dealership? Also, what is the discount that comes with the HD first time buyer program? Thanks!
I'm 6' 180lbs, id love to have one of these if I lived in a downtown metro area for commuting. But my street glide is great for wear I live.
Agreed
Totally agree on the fit and finish comment with the street 500/750. I saw one and was immediately turned off by that which was a shame as I was all set to buy one, instead I bought a Bonneville. Mind you, If they were to bring out a 1200 cc version of this bike I would be really tempted to trade in my Roadster for it. Great video as always and much appreciated.
Michael mcconnell
I'm here in Texas. The distance from Houston to Dallas is about 250 miles. Do you think the 750 is good for that type of long distance riding?
I'm considering buying the streetrod but I know that I'll want to take it on the highway to visit family about 20miles away (straightshot there on highway). Do you experience any of the "death wobble" or any such thing, or has harley addressed the issue?
Ha, I was just about to request this. At 6'2'' 230, would I be more comfortable on this, an 883, or should I just save up for full sized used model? thanks
What's your riding experience and riding preference? You might be better on a Dyna.
Very beautiful... I hope this bike will come to Brazil...
Is this bike good for first riders? If not what is an easy American bike anyone could recommend for beginners
whats your height? Im thinking of getting one but riding and especially leg position is my biggest worry, haven't had a chance to sit on it yet..