Bought a black 2022 Forty-Eight four days ago. Figured since I was born in 1948 I should own one of these. It’s my 24th motorcycle I’ve been blessed with in my short 73yrs. My 5th motorcycle this year. Yeah I know, way to many. Really like this bike though. Only have 130 miles on it, but it is so numbly and feels light. Your right on about being able to turn it around in a short circumference. You can turn it on a dime and get 9 cents change. I am enjoying this bike. If I feel the need for speed I’ll ride my 2022 ZX10-R.
Had my 48 for a month now and loving it. Take a minute and set the pre-load on the rear shocks. The springs seem really stiff at first but they break in quickly. The new bike learning curve was very short and easy on it. The low end torque is great.
I have a 2013 48 I bought at the insurance auto auction, it had been stripped down to a rolling frame no Tins, lights, exhaust, tank or seat. It took me 3 years to reassemble piece by piece. Truly a win-win. 😎
Wifey just took delivery of hers, a first bike post Harley Rider Academy. Beautiful rig to be sure, but it's clear it is a "parts bin" build. Oil light illuminates at hot idle, noted with 1 mile on it. The owner manual states, however, that the if the light remains on at speed, that there's a problem. Compared to the 08' 883XL, it's just a little too clanky/clunky, as if built at the far-end of design tolerance. Problem? No, as it is fit to her inseam and reach, and she has mastered low-speed maneuvering on it; it is a solid Sporty, and she loves it, just a little sloppy.
Just brought my Sportster 48 (same color) a few weeks ago. I am a beginning/new rider. Absolutely love the look and primarily use it for in town rides. Hopefully I’ll have good luck with it. Best far one of the nicest looking bikes.
Great content, thanks. I have a question for you: Can I swap out the 2.1 peanut for a standard 3.3 on this bike? I'm looking at a 2022 forty-eight nighthawk (it's just a blacked out forty-either) but I'd like a bigger tank on it.
That would be awesome if that could be done. I'm looking at one of these for my first real bike. And i would rather take a smaller bike like this cross country compared to a huge house on wheels.
I have the same year bike in blue with just 85miles. Took it yesterday to dealer for battery replacement. The dealer was kinda pushing me to trade in for a 2024 roadking special. What do you think?
Picked up a 2022 back in March. Done a few things to it. What's your favorite thing about it? Do you have a resource you can share for aftermarket things you can do to this bike?
Thanks for the video. A couple of questions: 1. Can you put the 3.3 gas tank? If yes, how much do the aesthetics of the bike change by doing so? 2. I've heard in multiple videos from other people that the first thing to do is to change the standard pipes to STAGE 1 pipe kit in order to get the real sound and feel of a HARKEY.. Why is that and why doesn't HARKEYS come with such equipment as standard? Thank you.
I have bought Harley Davidson mini footboard kit for my 48 sportster and they dont fit even though they said they would. Can you tell me what I need. My bike is a 2022 same bike you are riding in this video. Ive changed the pipes and the seat and turned the mirrors up but other than that its just like the video bike 4:214:27
I'm new to riding. So pardon my dumb question. Am i able to put saddlebags or some sort of luggage on these? I'm really interested in the 1200 sportster and from what i heard the 48 is basically the "custom" version of one.
Something in the Softail line may fit you better but I was perfectly fine on this motorcycle and I am 6" 230LBS.. It would basically be personal preference. You should swing by a dealership and throw a leg over one.
Hey Oscar! New rider here, I’m 5’11 and 230. Just bought a 48 as my first bike (only bike I’ve ever ridden) with the forward controls I’m plenty comfortable on it! It has plenty of get up and go with me on it as well, I don’t think you’d regret your decision at all if you got one!
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Bought a black 2022 Forty-Eight four days ago. Figured since I was born in 1948 I should own one of these. It’s my 24th motorcycle I’ve been blessed with in my short 73yrs. My 5th motorcycle this year. Yeah I know, way to many. Really like this bike though. Only have 130 miles on it, but it is so numbly and feels light. Your right on about being able to turn it around in a short circumference. You can turn it on a dime and get 9 cents change. I am enjoying this bike. If I feel the need for speed I’ll ride my 2022 ZX10-R.
Had my 48 for a month now and loving it. Take a minute and set the pre-load on the rear shocks. The springs seem really stiff at first but they break in quickly. The new bike learning curve was very short and easy on it. The low end torque is great.
I have a 2013 48 I bought at the insurance auto auction, it had been stripped down to a rolling frame no Tins, lights, exhaust, tank or seat. It took me 3 years to reassemble piece by piece. Truly a win-win. 😎
I've owned many different Japanese motorcycles including a gixxer. This is one of the 3 Harley motorcycles that I actually liked.
I just got my first 48 and I love it. Yes I will be doing upgrades. Good video.
My dream-bike! I have a 19, 48 with a Stage 3! She loves to romp!! Nice review!!
Just bought one, I love it...a little zippy out of the hole, but I will get used to it.
Wifey just took delivery of hers, a first bike post Harley Rider Academy. Beautiful rig to be sure, but it's clear it is a "parts bin" build. Oil light illuminates at hot idle, noted with 1 mile on it. The owner manual states, however, that the if the light remains on at speed, that there's a problem. Compared to the 08' 883XL, it's just a little too clanky/clunky, as if built at the far-end of design tolerance. Problem? No, as it is fit to her inseam and reach, and she has mastered low-speed maneuvering on it; it is a solid Sporty, and she loves it, just a little sloppy.
Absolute iconic HD. Heaps of parts to customise. Now have a Deluxe but always a 48 fan ..great bike.
Just brought my Sportster 48 (same color) a few weeks ago. I am a beginning/new rider. Absolutely love the look and primarily use it for in town rides. Hopefully I’ll have good luck with it. Best far one of the nicest looking bikes.
Poor audio quality dude.... But like the bike
I have one a sportster 48 .i love it.
I just bought one this week all black 2022
Appreciate the ride along!
Still the nicest Harley.
Yep, I've had a bunch of Harleys, Started on a sporty, just bought my last bike, a '22. It's too cool .
Great content, thanks. I have a question for you: Can I swap out the 2.1 peanut for a standard 3.3 on this bike? I'm looking at a 2022 forty-eight nighthawk (it's just a blacked out forty-either) but I'd like a bigger tank on it.
That would be awesome if that could be done. I'm looking at one of these for my first real bike. And i would rather take a smaller bike like this cross country compared to a huge house on wheels.
Yes you can, plenty have. As long as the 3.3 tank is an EFI tank.
Great color tank 😊
Just bought mine today!
Nice. How do you like it?
@@SpeedwayHarleyDavidson love it!
I have the same year bike in blue with just 85miles. Took it yesterday to dealer for battery replacement. The dealer was kinda pushing me to trade in for a 2024 roadking special. What do you think?
I’m getting one. No never risen one but it will work here in Thailand for me and I’m getting white
Picked up a 2022 back in March. Done a few things to it. What's your favorite thing about it? Do you have a resource you can share for aftermarket things you can do to this bike?
Awesome brother 🤘
Thanks for the video.
A couple of questions:
1. Can you put the 3.3 gas tank? If yes, how much do the aesthetics of the bike change by doing so?
2. I've heard in multiple videos from other people that the first thing to do is to change the standard pipes to STAGE 1 pipe kit in order to get the real sound and feel of a HARKEY.. Why is that and why doesn't HARKEYS come with such equipment as standard?
Thank you.
To answer your second question, it's to meet California CARB emissions and other emissions rules in the states, as well as around the world.
Would you recommend this bike for someone that has never drove a motorcycle?
Owned one and put a cobra slip. Best sound. Better than v&h
Which exhaust (loud) would you recommend for this bike???
I have bought Harley Davidson mini footboard kit for my 48 sportster and they dont fit even though they said they would. Can you tell me what I need. My bike is a 2022 same bike you are riding in this video. Ive changed the pipes and the seat and turned the mirrors up but other than that its just like the video bike
4:21 4:27
for a height of 5.5, is it more suitable for sportster 48 or iron 883?
can't get it yet, but love't😘
I just got my M endorsement and im looking for my first bike and im considering going to look at this bike
What area are you in?
Would it be better if converted to hardtail?
Could this be the last 48 of its kind
I'm new to riding. So pardon my dumb question. Am i able to put saddlebags or some sort of luggage on these? I'm really interested in the 1200 sportster and from what i heard the 48 is basically the "custom" version of one.
Yes. There are a bunch of bag options for this bike.
is the 883cc the lightest and smallest harley you can get? this is a nice bike aswell
It was. The new Nightster is lighter now. Check out our review video of the Nightster.
@@SpeedwayHarleyDavidson ok
Nice bike, but barely enough gas to go from gasstation to gasstation is a huge no .
I’m a new rider and I’m 5’ll” 245 lbs. would you say This would be a good bike for my size or would you suggest something in the soft tail line?
Something in the Softail line may fit you better but I was perfectly fine on this motorcycle and I am 6" 230LBS.. It would basically be personal preference. You should swing by a dealership and throw a leg over one.
Hey Oscar! New rider here, I’m 5’11 and 230. Just bought a 48 as my first bike (only bike I’ve ever ridden) with the forward controls I’m plenty comfortable on it! It has plenty of get up and go with me on it as well, I don’t think you’d regret your decision at all if you got one!
@@KermitTheNog I almost got the 48 but I ended up getting a fat bob after all
damn that stock exhaust sounds absolute pathetic lol
My question to you, sir, if you feel generous, would you like to donate this bike to me?