Bike Check: 2020 HD Low Rider S
There are bikes that look good—and there are bikes that snap necks in parking lots.
Nick picked up the Low Rider S a few years back just outside Philadelphia, chasing an upgrade from his Sportster 1200. “I really wanted a Softail but wasn’t quite ready for a bagger,” he said. The Low Rider S checked every box—aggressive stance, Milwaukee-Eight power, and a style that leaves no room for anything unnecessary. No chrome circus, no fluff. Just a hard-hitting, club-style machine built to run.
How does it ride? In one word:
“Angry.”
Not angry in a bad way — angry like it’s eats pavement for breakfast. Angry like it doesn’t belong parked in a garage.
His favorite place to put on miles is New York’s Finger Lakes region—endless winding roads, good elevation changes, and scenery that keeps you rolling. But his most memorable ride didn’t happen under perfect skies.
“My sister and I rode this bike down to Watkins Glen—wasn’t supposed to rain, but we got caught in a random storm pocket. Downpour like in BUCKETS. We took shelter in an old abandoned barn on the side of the road. Funny how what seems miserable turns into a memory you look back on fondly and laugh.”
That’s the thing about bikes. They don’t just take you places; they give you stories.
Some of the mods we love:
Memphis Shades fairing — blacked-out with vinyl wrap (a DIY hack that grabs a ton of attention)
Trask air cleaner — because a bike this mean needs to breathe.
Bassani exhaust — straight up disrespectful in the best way.
Saddlemen seat — Nick’s favorite add-on so far: “They’re the best.”
The bike already carries a gritty personality, but Nick isn’t done yet. On deck for future upgrades: a 2-into-1 exhaust, breather kit, and maybe a cam upgrade. Because torque is a love language.
When asked for his favorite angle? He sent a shot of his gorgeous wife on the bike. From Philly pavement to Finger Lakes backroads, Nick’s Low Rider S has already seen some miles—and it’s just getting warmed up.
Want your ride featured in Bike Check? Hit us up—we’re always looking for clean builds with real stories.
