Harley-Davidson Street Bob

Compared to its other Softail cousins, the Harley-Davidson Street Bob looks younger and more subtle. It has that clean, non-intimidating neo-retro design that would certainly appeal to both seasoned and newbie riders. It features a classic-looking flare courtesy of its round LED headlamp. It also comes with Incandescent Bullet turn signals at the front. 

Upfront, the rider has access to a 2.14-inch LCD instrument display along with a 5V power outlet and a USB Type-A port for his or her gadget. The rider’s saddle is soft and supportive, enhancing his or her comfort level even on longer trips. However, the passenger might find the small pillion seat a bit uncomfortable. But, on the plus side, its low seat height and passenger pegs make filtering through traffic at low speeds more tolerable for the pillion.

Meanwhile, branding stickers give its bobber silhouette a hint of sportiness. A pair of Annihilator cast aluminum wheels finished in black (front: 19-inch, rear: 16-inch) enhances this cruiser’s brutish personality on the road. Similar to its front end, its rear also comes with Incandescent Bullet turn signals and a small LED taillamp. 

The Harley-Davidson Street Bob measures 2,320 mm in length, 865 mm in overall width, 1,160 mm in overall height, and 680 mm in unladen seat height. This cruiser has a 1,630-mm wheelbase and a 125-mm ground clearance.

The Harley-Davidson Street Bob is equipped with 49-mm Telescopic Dual-Bending Valve with Aluminum Fork Triple Clamps at the front, while a 43-mm hidden, free piston, Coil-Over Monoshock with a cam-style preload adjustment at the rear. This cruiser is very enjoyable to ride out on the open road. It handles twisty roads quite well. 

In  addition, for its bobber frame, it is light and maneuverable inside the city (even through traffic). Its suspension is a bit on the firm side, but not to the extent that it’ll ruin your whole riding experience. All things considered, it is arguably one of the most city-friendly Softails in the current lineup. 

The Harley-Davidson Street Bob is powered by a 1,868-cc Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine that delivers a maximum power output of 94 hp and a maximum torque of 161 Nm. This cruiser runs on Harley-Davidson’s 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission system.

The Street Bob’s engine produces a smooth, linear power delivery, which can allow you to effortlessly overtake slower vehicles on free-flowing highways. You have plenty of torque on tap when you are riding this bike. In the city, it also offers a good fuel economy for its class. However, its 13.2-L fuel capacity might be a bit limited for longer rides. That said, the Street Bob is more suitable for city riding and shorter-distance highway cruising than full-on touring. 

For safety, the Harley-Davidson Street Bob is equipped with an anti-lock braking system, traction control, side reflectors, a pass switch, as well as an engine check warning. This cruiser utilizes solid uniform expansion rotors for both front and rear braking. It also comes with a fixed 4-piston caliper at the front, while a floating 2-piston caliper at the rear.

For discerning buyers who are in the market to buy a premium, neo-retro, bobber-styled cruiser that they can use a daily ride in the city, the Harley-Davidson Street Bob presents itself as a compelling option.