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Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST (2026) — from $23,999
Low Rider ST adds fairing and bags to Softail aggression — Flagstaff weekends without full dresser mass.
More compact than Street Glide, sportier than Heritage. Fairing kills Valley wind; bags take a weekend.
Softail that tours without CVO price drama.
From a Phoenix garage point of view, that matters: summer heat, monsoon oil slicks, and freeway miles on the 10/17 stack reward honest ergonomics and modern rider aids more than brochure poetry.
Who it’s for: Softail riders wanting fairing/bags mid-price
Who should look elsewhere: max-luxury bagger shoppers or naked S fans
Bottom line: Phoenix-sensible Softail sport-tourer
ST instead of a bagger?