I bought a new 114 fatboy and after my first run out I thought "Oh no, what have I done, this is dangerous" After a few more miles under the belt you learn how to bully the bike around bends and although it goes against your natural instinct and a new way of riding the twisty bits it actually becomes a whole lot lot of fun. Now I absolutely love it.
I am a first time rider, at 46 years old. Never ever rode a motorcycle before. I just bought a Fat Boy 2 weeks ago (May 2020). It was tremendously scary to do U turn / round about, but now, after 15 days of having it, I kinda got used to it. Feels OK to turn anywhere, although as a noobie, I am still insecure on those 90 degrees turns in the city. The learning curve is immensely impressive!! Loving it.
When I test rode a 2018 FatBoy I was really surprised at how well it handled. An off-camber right or left turn, especially up hill, was a delight. I felt the bike shift from the center portion of the rear tire onto it’s broad shoulder and I could feel how that section was softer and grippier. That section really inspired confidence in a corner. I really enjoyed it. Props to Harley for a great design.
Great review..dont worry about the negative comments. Its just folk who know deep down that fat boys are not the best at handling. I know I use to have one and swapped it for a fat bob...now that bike handles a whole lot better.
A very good honest review, I bought one myself in September unfortunately not had chance to ride it due to ill health but at least I can go in the garage and see this beautiful machine warts and all.
I apologize for being helpful in advance, I’m only a bone cancer survivor who was given 12-14 months to live and had to self help myself out of the grave but what do I know..? Wheat Grass fresh frozen from Dynamic Greens, ketogenic diet from Dr Box on TH-cam, extremely gentle exercise and deep calm breathing (sets of that 3x a day), sub conscious healings via hypnosis or prayer work focusing upon okayness / worthiness with moving forward in happiness as well as forgiveness towards things that have wronged you or bother you, suanas 5x a week, organic foods, and time in nature just sitting, napping or reading books... obviously massage, dancing and fun liberates positive personal psychology which augments internal chemistry however I’m unqualified to say any of this cus I only lived it and am doing great 15 years now plus... 😎🤗🤩. I’m worked big on money health now so I can ride the FatBob of my dreams in burnt orange n black. If you need to contact me feel free KaramLevi@gmail.com, earn back your health and live to ride now- Feel free to tell me to fuck off and have a nice day😃.
@@scootjockey You clearly have no clue what you are talking about. I ride this same bike and it turns so easy. weirdly, my first ever Harley and before purchase, read a lot of whiners like u moaning about its cornering ability. get a Vespa. It turns good and well
I have a 2019 and it turns beautiful with counter steering very easy and smooth. He’s fighting with the bike. Just a gentle push forward in the direction you want to go. You want to go right push forward on right handlebar. Simple
Nice review but your take on the handling on the 2018 Fat Boy is bullshit man, I own one, its no sports bike but It goes into corners effortlessly and holds a line beautifully.
Just bought mine. (live in Florida) I honestly think you over-exagerated the handeling in the roundabouts. You can definetly feel the difference in the front tire (from my Heritage) but it is not that bad. The power and Torque are incredible. (For harley)
yeah, i got mine too, and he over exagereted, i mean the first time i drove it it was hard to take the curves, but you just need to countersteering, you just need to use to it, actually i loved the aspect of the 240 tire.
Just sold my Triumph Thunderbird and bought a 2019 Fat Boy 114, the Thunderbird was my first Cruiser, been riding a Ninja ZX-12 for years, this Fat Boy is awesome, I am taking longer rides now, the Thunderbird road nice as well, but this Fat Boy 114 is the last bike I will ever have, Harley-Davidson did a great job on this bike.
@@skuxxskits ill second that and call him inexperienced. fact that he jumps up and down on bikes and gives his 3min reviews doesn't make him an experienced rider. Bike corners well and never had an issue with it. been riding for 18 years and this was my first Harley, wondered why folks were whining but then again, ill put it to inexperience.
This is the first review I've seen that says the fat boy is hard to turn. It is expected to be more stable with basically 2 Rear sized tires on it. Fat tires are more stable, but this is the first one to say it's hard to turn. I've heard other's say the bike is surprisingly nimble.
Obvious you have very little experience with motorcycles. Turn in is effected by wider tires and a Fat boy would never be considered a nimble bike unless maybe you are comparing it to a steamroller.
Great looking bike. Really, really like what Harley did to update it but stay true to the FatBoy heritage. Solid review, as usual. I’ve seen other reviews that describe the handling much as you have. Has a lot to do with the 240 section rear tire. Ground clearance is reported to be better, and the new Milwaukee 8 is the star of the show. Keep up the great work!
It surprises me how many riders don't understand or use countersteering. It's the correct way to steer a bike and certainly needed on a more heavier beast when cornering.
It’s a cruiser, I have the same bike with all the respect it’s not so bad, I agree that you can’t compere it to a fast handling bike for sure but it was not design to lean so much so over all it’s awesome comfortable good bike that doing exactly what it was design and build to do.
Fatboy 114/darkhorse/fxdr114/breakout.. Seating position +seat comfort+ leaning + raw thump sound with exhaust... Which one would you suggest.. Since done all four✔️(I believe) ? Much needed input. Thanks
There's no need to knock the guy for his feelings about the handling! He's rating it for how the bike turns itself which is one way of looking at it - it's a subjective thing. Obviously a lot of cruiser fans think the added countersteering makes for a more engaging, fun ride. So there you have it. Big deal!
Is the side mount number plate a stock item or was it an option fitted by the dealer. Going to be testing this bike and the Breakout very soon but can't for the life of me make my mind up which I'd rather have! Hopefully the test ride will help....
The difficulty in the turns is due to the wide tires, especially the rear, they effect the handling. Compared to that Sport Glide, you can notice the difference.
@@Johann-4354 yes theres a point it could be the tyres..cobra chromes on the rocket. Not sure whats on the harley. Maybe a tyre change would change the handling?
Where is that side mounting for the number plate from? I’ve got that awful fitting on my new Fat Bob and would like a side plate bracket that doesn’t cost hundreds of pounds.
If you loose your FOB you just need to bring your bike into the Harley-Davidson Dealer and they connect the bike to a computer and they read your Code that you used? This is what I have been told. Is this correct? And a key can be cut based on the VIN number and proof ownership, is this correct also?
I disagree with this bike needing dual disc up front, along with the "bad handling". The first thing I was totally impressed with when driving this bike was how fast it accelerated, and how fast you could stop it. I was very impressed with the breaking. Especially with having only one front rotor.This bike stops better than by Fat Bob which has dual discs up front. The cornering was not bad at all, although I have only driven the new Fat Boy once. The 114 Fat Boy is my new favorite bike, and will be looking to get into a used one at some point soon.
Motonewbrider - given your 70kg.154lb weight you are about as light as can be, which in motorcycles is a huge advantage. Do you think you may consider filming and recording 0-100kph/0-60mph acceleration, quarter mile acceleration times as well as top speed? Seeing as you're so light you'd be able to get the best numbers compared to many heavier reviewers.
i rode one and liked it id say each to there own it also depends what kind of riding you want if you want lots of twisties then your better off with a sportster i found round town it was fine im 5'9 solid built and had no probs but each to there own i like it and i love the breakout which a lot of people are also saying dosen't Handel i like them oh well that's just me
Totally agree it just depends on what you want. But your physical build will not have an improvement in performance on how the bike gets round a corner. I can bench 120 kg squat 150 kg, smash out 20 over grasp wide pull ups. Still doesn’t help how the bike performs
Test rode one the other day for the first time,I will admit it's like a small boat,but I still love it👍 How would you say this compares to the Break Out which has the same rear tire,need to take one of these out before committing to the Fat Boy.
You got to get used to throwing it around, they handle pretty well if you throw it in and trust it. I find the brakes to be ok also and mine is a 131 stage 4.
Good review,but I you got the front tyre size wrong,it's a 160. I do admit,the cornering takes a bit of getting used to,but I did manage to hustle it through the bends,eventually,on my test ride,even scraped the footboards!
When riding a big 240 rear such as this, you need to counter-steer into corners, that way , it drops in faster and prevents you going wide. You do get used to it :-)
Mark, in contrary to what you mentioned in the video, these are screamin eagle mufflers. Clearly seen in the beginning of the video when you take a shot of the rear part of the engine and exhausts
How was the wind sheer on the wheels on the motorway. It was terrible on my 2016 fatboy, so bought a softail slim s instead. Thinking of a 2018 or getting the new sportster when it comes out. Great reviews watched your channel from the start.
it's the solid rim and the 240 rear tire, i have a custom chopper with a 300 series tire on a solid rim and it will literally throw you into the other lane while turning if you aren't careful but for long travel the solid rims and wide tire's are very comfortable it just take's getting used to.
How come to DRIVE in the first gear? First gear is for the start only, especially for a Nm-Monster like this. Funny review though (the comments too ;-)
What you are saying about the handling is not true...it is not a scooter ok, but it goes very well considering the tires. I think is quite perfect. This time HD made a real good bike imho.
This bike is not fitting for an Aquarius lol great review. As much as I like the earlier fat boy design, the bigger tires aren't all that great for maneuverability.
The flat profile of the tyres makes it a bit difficult to bend and corner. Had they been a bit curvier then it would be fine. Although it didnt take me much time to get it to bend and corner. I am 6 feet with muscular hands so maybe depends on your height and strength.
Do not understand the 240 tire with this model, since the Breakout is still in production. The previous Fat Boy was 200 if I remember well. True story double front disc brakes is 90% heat dissipation, 10% brake improvement. If you have a single four piston caliper it is a lot better then for example a twin with two piston calipers. The rear brakes are not so good in the new bikes, versus the old ones. Forward brakes have improved a lot over the old ones.
Thanks Mark, does your 117 kill a 114 by a lot as I am looking at a fat boy S with mobs to come. Or go for new 114 But I think the old Fat boy handles a little better in the turns. Cheers
I want a 114 so bad only need 2000 and I'm on it with my trade in it only has 2500 miles on it fat boy is greatest cruiser ever made and in 2018 it got better
Seems like you just lean-in to steer the bike, which works with lightweight motorcycles, but usually this is not the best way to bring a motorcycle into the right direction. Try countersteering, it should work much better.
The review is ok but no reason to get hysteric around corners. I have the identical bike and just do not experience the same problems with roundabouts and thight corners (talking about Swiss alps...). I'm not too heavy either so i guess it just takes some routine and maybe some guts in the beginning (not with overtaking...). This is just a great bike, tell ya !-)
Zampano Rama I guess the more you ride it the more you get used to it. What I would say is that in the new softail range it’s the worst and as I mentioned that’s disappointing considering how good the 2017 Fatboy and pre that year handles. However each to their own if you get on with it then happy days.
Motonewbrider Congratulations! Your reviews are just great. I’m your fan from Brazil🇧🇷. If Fat Boy is the worst of the new range in your opinion, which softail model is your favorite bike? Fat Bob? Tks
Yea the fat boy is, in my opinion, is the most imposing looking harley davidson. Especially in the soft tail range. Those front wheels are why the front end is so heavy probably. I mean look at those wheels
I don't think the exaust is oem. The inside on the end caps are black while the oem are chrome/polished. It doesn't sound like mine which is still standard after 1 month of ownership. I notice that sometimes other drivers don't know I am close by. Looking for some descent sounding slip ons now. If these are Screaming Eagles I could decide for these. As always nice video.
I'm on the market for either a 114 Fatboy or Breakout,I have rode both and just can't make my mind up. I have loved the Fatboy since I saw it but I love the riding position of the Breakout,I feel like you sit in the Breakout rather than on it like the Fatboy. Neither bike handle's great but as far as im concerned that's part of the character of the bike. I really don't know which bike to choose,I might just have to flip a coin I'm struggling that much....
I wonder if the rider in this video understands the concept of pushing the handlebar in the opposite direction he wants to turn? Pressure on the handgrip as opposed to leaning into the turn. It's useful for big heavy bikes.
Jappy? Some Japanese bike do over exagurate the design sometimes, but it is mostly plastic. The HD is steel, not even aluminium.The design of the head light fits to the whole design. I like it very much. Reason why I got one. I also like the "old" design but I just can't afford 2 Harley Davidsons. Why should you even go racerlike around a roundabout with a Harley?
Tire are too big for tight turns, specially in European narrow tighter roads... Probably an exception in USA cause we have wider roads and more of a long sweeping corners...
I disagree. I have the 2018 Fatboy, and I love it. I do not have problems with handling like you do. And, the front tire is a 160, not a 130.
I bought a new 114 fatboy and after my first run out I thought "Oh no, what have I done, this is dangerous" After a few more miles under the belt you learn how to bully the bike around bends and although it goes against your natural instinct and a new way of riding the twisty bits it actually becomes a whole lot lot of fun. Now I absolutely love it.
Fuck yeah🤘
I am a first time rider, at 46 years old. Never ever rode a motorcycle before. I just bought a Fat Boy 2 weeks ago (May 2020). It was tremendously scary to do U turn / round about, but now, after 15 days of having it, I kinda got used to it. Feels OK to turn anywhere, although as a noobie, I am still insecure on those 90 degrees turns in the city. The learning curve is immensely impressive!! Loving it.
How is it working for you as your first bike so far man? This is also the bike I want as my first bike.. Hope you having fun!
@@MrRafaelV I’m wondering the exact same thing!!
When I test rode a 2018 FatBoy I was really surprised at how well it handled. An off-camber right or left turn, especially up hill, was a delight. I felt the bike shift from the center portion of the rear tire onto it’s broad shoulder and I could feel how that section was softer and grippier. That section really inspired confidence in a corner. I really enjoyed it. Props to Harley for a great design.
Gotta say I also think it’s a poor review. I’ve owned my 2018 FatBoy for 10 months and it corners very well. No idea what you’re on about!
Great review..dont worry about the negative comments. Its just folk who know deep down that fat boys are not the best at handling. I know I use to have one and swapped it for a fat bob...now that bike handles a whole lot better.
A very good honest review, I bought one myself in September unfortunately not had chance to ride it due to ill health but at least I can go in the garage and see this beautiful machine warts and all.
Andy Lace I
I apologize for being helpful in advance, I’m only a bone cancer survivor who was given 12-14 months to live and had to self help myself out of the grave but what do I know..?
Wheat Grass fresh frozen from Dynamic Greens, ketogenic diet from Dr Box on TH-cam, extremely gentle exercise and deep calm breathing (sets of that 3x a day), sub conscious healings via hypnosis or prayer work focusing upon okayness / worthiness with moving forward in happiness as well as forgiveness towards things that have wronged you or bother you, suanas 5x a week, organic foods, and time in nature just sitting, napping or reading books... obviously massage, dancing and fun liberates positive personal psychology which augments internal chemistry however I’m unqualified to say any of this cus I only lived it and am doing great 15 years now plus...
😎🤗🤩.
I’m worked big on money health now so I can ride the FatBob of my dreams in burnt orange n black.
If you need to contact me feel free KaramLevi@gmail.com, earn back your health and live to ride now-
Feel free to tell me to fuck off and have a nice day😃.
I have this bike and it handles beautifully holding its line through corners
What a load of shite i too ride HD for over thirty years and this new FB with it,s 160 front handles like a TANK through corners .
@@scootjockey You clearly have no clue what you are talking about. I ride this same bike and it turns so easy. weirdly, my first ever Harley and before purchase, read a lot of whiners like u moaning about its cornering ability. get a Vespa. It turns good and well
I have a 2019 and it turns beautiful with counter steering very easy and smooth. He’s fighting with the bike. Just a gentle push forward in the direction you want to go. You want to go right push forward on right handlebar. Simple
A lot of smoke when started up, is that normal? Iv heard you can't just start and go, you need to let it warm up. Is that true
Nice review but your take on the handling on the 2018 Fat Boy is bullshit man, I own one, its no sports bike but It goes into corners effortlessly and holds a line beautifully.
I rode a few Harley’s during the 120 Year Anniversary Celebrations in Western Australia. I found the FatBoy handled so well I bought one. 👍🏼🇦🇺
Just bought mine. (live in Florida) I honestly think you over-exagerated the handeling in the roundabouts. You can definetly feel the difference in the front tire (from my Heritage) but it is not that bad. The power and Torque are incredible. (For harley)
CHRIS RYAN totally agree. Exaggerated lol
yeah, i got mine too, and he over exagereted, i mean the first time i drove it it was hard to take the curves, but you just need to countersteering, you just need to use to it, actually i loved the aspect of the 240 tire.
Is the power really that good?
Just sold my Triumph Thunderbird and bought a 2019 Fat Boy 114, the Thunderbird was my first Cruiser, been riding a Ninja ZX-12 for years, this Fat Boy is awesome, I am taking longer rides now, the Thunderbird road nice as well, but this Fat Boy 114 is the last bike I will ever have, Harley-Davidson did a great job on this bike.
240 rear end does require a hell of a lot of counter-steering. They just don't respond as well to normal leaning. Fair review mate
Just watched this again. Great review. What happened with you Mark, not seen you for a long time. Hope you are ok. We miss your reviews and ride outs.
good review, other reviews however mention how well the bike handles. Your struggling maybe due to your inexperience...?
you call him inexperienced? he has probably rode more bikes than you..
@@skuxxskits i dont think he rides many or any softtails regularly
@@skuxxskits ill second that and call him inexperienced. fact that he jumps up and down on bikes and gives his 3min reviews doesn't make him an experienced rider. Bike corners well and never had an issue with it. been riding for 18 years and this was my first Harley, wondered why folks were whining but then again, ill put it to inexperience.
This is the first review I've seen that says the fat boy is hard to turn. It is expected to be more stable with basically 2 Rear sized tires on it. Fat tires are more stable, but this is the first one to say it's hard to turn.
I've heard other's say the bike is surprisingly nimble.
Obvious you have very little experience with motorcycles. Turn in is effected by wider tires and a Fat boy would never be considered a nimble bike unless maybe you are comparing it to a steamroller.
I have 2 buddies w Fatboys. I never loved the look of the older versions...but I LOVE this one, and I WANT one.
Honestly I don’t know why , but I love this bike from the older ones to the 2019 version
Great looking bike. Really, really like what Harley did to update it but stay true to the FatBoy heritage. Solid review, as usual. I’ve seen other reviews that describe the handling much as you have. Has a lot to do with the 240 section rear tire. Ground clearance is reported to be better, and the new Milwaukee 8 is the star of the show. Keep up the great work!
I think someone needs to learn to countersteer.
It surprises me how many riders don't understand or use countersteering. It's the correct way to steer a bike and certainly needed on a more heavier beast when cornering.
Nice bike but like most Harleys its too expensive. 20k?
good things never come cheap
$25K...…….Crazy huh??
It’s a cruiser, I have the same bike with all the respect it’s not so bad, I agree that you can’t compere it to a fast handling bike for sure but it was not design to lean so much so over all it’s awesome comfortable good bike that doing exactly what it was design and build to do.
The trick is with a big V Twin like that is to throw it into tight corners and on roundabouts. It's a planted bike, and very forgiving.
Fatboy 114/darkhorse/fxdr114/breakout..
Seating position +seat comfort+ leaning + raw thump sound with exhaust...
Which one would you suggest.. Since done all four✔️(I believe) ?
Much needed input. Thanks
There's no need to knock the guy for his feelings about the handling! He's rating it for how the bike turns itself which is one way of looking at it - it's a subjective thing. Obviously a lot of cruiser fans think the added countersteering makes for a more engaging, fun ride. So there you have it. Big deal!
Good shoes, good bike and look at that... pretty good weather for blighty!
Great review there bud!
Keep up the good work!
Is the side mount number plate a stock item or was it an option fitted by the dealer. Going to be testing this bike and the Breakout very soon but can't for the life of me make my mind up which I'd rather have! Hopefully the test ride will help....
The difficulty in the turns is due to the wide tires, especially the rear, they effect the handling. Compared to that Sport Glide, you can notice the difference.
Naaah nothing to do with the tyres l have a 240 on my rocket 3gt and no problems....its the Harley design thats at fault!!
@@R3RLEE Are they the same profiles?
@@Johann-4354 yes theres a point it could be the tyres..cobra chromes on the rocket.
Not sure whats on the harley.
Maybe a tyre change would change the handling?
You must be the lightest person on a harley EVER!
Where is that side mounting for the number plate from? I’ve got that awful fitting on my new Fat Bob and would like a side plate bracket that doesn’t cost hundreds of pounds.
If you loose your FOB you just need to bring your bike into the Harley-Davidson Dealer and they connect the bike to a computer and they read your Code that you used? This is what I have been told. Is this correct? And a key can be cut based on the VIN number and proof ownership, is this correct also?
I disagree with this bike needing dual disc up front, along with the "bad handling". The first thing I was totally impressed with when driving this bike was how fast it accelerated, and how fast you could stop it. I was very impressed with the breaking. Especially with having only one front rotor.This bike stops better than by Fat Bob which has dual discs up front. The cornering was not bad at all, although I have only driven the new Fat Boy once. The 114 Fat Boy is my new favorite bike, and will be looking to get into a used one at some point soon.
Totally agree with you I have a 2023 fatboy and the breaks are great
Motonewbrider - given your 70kg.154lb weight you are about as light as can be, which in motorcycles is a huge advantage. Do you think you may consider filming and recording 0-100kph/0-60mph acceleration, quarter mile acceleration times as well as top speed? Seeing as you're so light you'd be able to get the best numbers compared to many heavier reviewers.
i rode one and liked it id say each to there own it also depends what kind of riding you want if you want lots of twisties then your better off with a sportster i found round town it was fine im 5'9 solid built and had no probs but each to there own i like it and i love the breakout which a lot of people are also saying dosen't Handel i like them oh well that's just me
Totally agree it just depends on what you want. But your physical build will not have an improvement in performance on how the bike gets round a corner. I can bench 120 kg squat 150 kg, smash out 20 over grasp wide pull ups. Still doesn’t help how the bike performs
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Test rode one the other day for the first time,I will admit it's like a small boat,but I still love it👍
How would you say this compares to the Break Out which has the same rear tire,need to take one of these out before committing to the Fat Boy.
Which is better...the fat boy or breakout?
Jesus, you would never see those shoes on a Harley in North America.
You got to get used to throwing it around, they handle pretty well if you throw it in and trust it. I find the brakes to be ok also and mine is a 131 stage 4.
Front wheel is 160mm, not 130.
I have heritage a little blip on throttle...before engaging into neutral helps me...cant get around the roundabouts you afriad of it man.
Jasper Rasper it’s a donkey round the roundabouts. Didn’t enjoy it at all.
U might wana let it warm up b4 U start jackin with the throttle & revving it up.
Good review,but I you got the front tyre size wrong,it's a 160. I do admit,the cornering takes a bit of getting used to,but I did manage to hustle it through the bends,eventually,on my test ride,even scraped the footboards!
umymummi yeah your spot on it’s a 160
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I need your clothes, your boots and your motorcycle (commented before watching)
mikey IS IT nice! I had a couple of arnie quotes but I had to edit them out due to the vlog being quite long.
You forgot to say please.
When riding a big 240 rear such as this, you need to counter-steer into corners, that way , it drops in faster and prevents you going wide. You do get used to it :-)
Mark, in contrary to what you mentioned in the video, these are screamin eagle mufflers. Clearly seen in the beginning of the video when you take a shot of the rear part of the engine and exhausts
How was the wind sheer on the wheels on the motorway. It was terrible on my 2016 fatboy, so bought a softail slim s instead. Thinking of a 2018 or getting the new sportster when it comes out. Great reviews watched your channel from the start.
Rob Aston thanks for watching buddy. Unfortunately it wasn’t windy enough to feel any issues with the wheels.
it's the solid rim and the 240 rear tire, i have a custom chopper with a 300 series tire on a solid rim and it will literally throw you into the other lane while turning if you aren't careful but for long travel the solid rims and wide tire's are very comfortable it just take's getting used to.
So which is the best Harley for bends and roundabouts?
Harley davidson fat bob and low rider s, but they all handle relatively well it's mainly down to the rider.
How come to DRIVE in the first gear? First gear is for the start only, especially for a Nm-Monster like this.
Funny review though (the comments too ;-)
What you are saying about the handling is not true...it is not a scooter ok, but it goes very well considering the tires. I think is quite perfect. This time HD made a real good bike imho.
This bike is not fitting for an Aquarius lol great review. As much as I like the earlier fat boy design, the bigger tires aren't all that great for maneuverability.
crazyblaze713 completely agree lol 👍
Can y please review all the bikes of harley davidson with there prices
Revving a cold bike is great, especially when the rear cylinder is burning some oil...
Any chance of a review of the new Sport Glide?
djsprout8 just waiting for it to arrive in the UK HD dealership. It’s meant to me end of January. Plus waiting for the weather to clear up.
Motonewbrider Cool. Cant wait to see it.
The flat profile of the tyres makes it a bit difficult to bend and corner. Had they been a bit curvier then it would be fine. Although it didnt take me much time to get it to bend and corner. I am 6 feet with muscular hands so maybe depends on your height and strength.
What cost the bike
I rode a Fat Bob, for some time. CVO, huge tire's, got to muscle it!
Do not understand the 240 tire with this model, since the Breakout is still in production. The previous Fat Boy was 200 if I remember well. True story double front disc brakes is 90% heat dissipation, 10% brake improvement. If you have a single four piston caliper it is a lot better then for example a twin with two piston calipers. The rear brakes are not so good in the new bikes, versus the old ones. Forward brakes have improved a lot over the old ones.
Just ride it and you'll see 😎
PowerYacht they’ve gone too big - looks awesome but it’s not practical.
Good honest review Mark. How would you say it compare to a fat boy S. Cheers
RSB Harley didn’t get a chance to go on the Fatboy S but all I’ve heard is good reports on that bike.
Thanks Mark, does your 117 kill a 114 by a lot as I am looking at a fat boy S with mobs to come. Or go for new 114 But I think the old Fat boy handles a little better in the turns. Cheers
(3:20mins) but do you like long walks on the beach
Can you flick a Honda 90?
I want a 114 so bad only need 2000 and I'm on it with my trade in it only has 2500 miles on it fat boy is greatest cruiser ever made and in 2018 it got better
Did anybody else trip out because they thought the beginning of this video was an ad?
No? Just me?
One of my favourite bike 😎
Seems like you just lean-in to steer the bike, which works with lightweight motorcycles, but usually this is not the best way to bring a motorcycle into the right direction. Try countersteering, it should work much better.
Just have to get used to it 😀
When you do you can’t beat the ride
The review is ok but no reason to get hysteric around corners. I have the identical bike and just do not experience the same problems with roundabouts and thight corners (talking about Swiss alps...). I'm not too heavy either so i guess it just takes some routine and maybe some guts in the beginning (not with overtaking...). This is just a great bike, tell ya !-)
Zampano Rama I guess the more you ride it the more you get used to it. What I would say is that in the new softail range it’s the worst and as I mentioned that’s disappointing considering how good the 2017 Fatboy and pre that year handles. However each to their own if you get on with it then happy days.
Motonewbrider Congratulations! Your reviews are just great. I’m your fan from Brazil🇧🇷. If Fat Boy is the worst of the new range in your opinion, which softail model is your favorite bike? Fat Bob? Tks
Motonewbrider the Sales graph shows the other way round, 2018 Fat boy sales are much higher than compared to 2017 ones...
ireland ?
Thank for the test ride info...!
The sun feels really bright because all the ice crystals in air make the light to retract quite a bit. Wear polarized sunglasses
Yea the fat boy is, in my opinion, is the most imposing looking harley davidson. Especially in the soft tail range. Those front wheels are why the front end is so heavy probably. I mean look at those wheels
That big tire on the rear seems to really hurt the handling of this bike. I like the 180 back tire better. Thanks for the review Ride safe!
dheller777 agreed
I don't think the exaust is oem. The inside on the end caps are black while the oem are chrome/polished.
It doesn't sound like mine which is still standard after 1 month of ownership. I notice that sometimes other drivers don't know I am close by. Looking for some descent sounding slip ons now. If these are Screaming Eagles I could decide for these.
As always nice video.
I have the 2006 Fatboy love it
do you know what counter stearing is?
Александр Колос yup
Looks like theres a notch in the front tire at 43seconds, nice bike though, and review .
I'm on the market for either a 114 Fatboy or Breakout,I have rode both and just can't make my mind up. I have loved the Fatboy since I saw it but I love the riding position of the Breakout,I feel like you sit in the Breakout rather than on it like the Fatboy. Neither bike handle's great but as far as im concerned that's part of the character of the bike. I really don't know which bike to choose,I might just have to flip a coin I'm struggling that much....
Nice overtaking Mark 😂
Brian Whitmore that’s safe for me 👍😂
I wonder if the rider in this video understands the concept of pushing the handlebar in the opposite direction he wants to turn? Pressure on the handgrip as opposed to leaning into the turn. It's useful for big heavy bikes.
I've got a Knight Rod, and I ride the Holy HELL out of it, it's a real riding machine, many lazy ass people won't like it, but I do
Cool review 👍🏽
Front tire is a 160
Learn how to counter steer mate...might help to stop the squealing in the back discs when you go round corners...oh, was that you?
Thank you.
Why do i find this annoying?
Great review.
Any new bike is going to feel weird in the turns
Jappy? Some Japanese bike do over exagurate the design sometimes, but it is mostly plastic. The HD is steel, not even aluminium.The design of the head light fits to the whole design. I like it very much. Reason why I got one.
I also like the "old" design but I just can't afford 2 Harley Davidsons. Why should you even go racerlike around a roundabout with a Harley?
Stop pressing the brake in the corner, you are making the bike stand up
Great bike, but for me the mirrors ruin the entire flow of the bike
I assume you've learned to counter-steer since this video, haha.
The roundabouts are tricky and you look a div to the person driving behind you at the time but I love my 2018
Tire are too big for tight turns, specially in European narrow tighter roads... Probably an exception in USA cause we have wider roads and more of a long sweeping corners...
The roads over there are shit. Damn. That bikes belongs in MERICA. Hahahahaha. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I love these. but find the price is just too much for what you get.
You need to learne about counter stearing .
Great bike
Nice job...!
160 dude not 130 front tire