HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXLRS LOW RIDER S 1868 202020 · 1.9L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent unresolved issue regarding the exhaust system. The most recent test on 29 May 2026 at 9,537 miles passed, yet the advisory for a noisy exhaust has appeared in every annual inspection since 2023. This suggests that while the component meets minimum safety standards, the underlying cause of the noise has not been addressed or rectified despite multiple flags. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a six-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,590 miles per year. Data shows significant gaps in usage between testing intervals; for instance, the bike covered only 138 miles between June 2023 and May 2024, and roughly 4,168 miles between June 2025 and May 2026. Such low mileage often indicates long periods of standing, which can lead to tyre flat spotting, fluid degradation, and corrosion despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front braking system, as the tester flagged slight fluctuations in brake effort in both 2023 and 2024. This symptom often points to surface corrosion on the discs or a sticking caliper piston, common in vehicles that sit stationary. The recurring exhaust advisory requires a physical check to determine if the noise is merely a loose heat shield or an internal baffle failure, as the fault has persisted for three years without recorded intervention.