Surprising Update
Although I haven’t ridden a Sportster in a while, I’m eager to take this one for a spin. My back issue has significantly improved, and this bike seems to be much more accommodating for it.
One of the major enhancements that Harley is promoting may sound unbelievable. The company has successfully increased the travel of the three-way adjustable rear shock by an astonishing 60 percent.
In numerical terms, the travel has risen from two inches to 3.2 inches, without a notable difference in seat height. The seat height measures at 28.9 inches (when laden), which is quite remarkable for a sport bike.
This specific category usually has the second highest seat heights, trailing only behind off-road bikes. The latter requires taller seats for better ground clearance to handle uneven surfaces, while the sport bikes aim to maximize lean angles in turns.
This feature becomes increasingly crucial on the track. For casual riders, however, it’s not as significant.