I’ve never cared for music on the bike. I just like the ride and enjoy the peace. I’m not even going to change the stock exhaust on my FLHR because I’m over loud pipes too. I’m just enjoying it as is.
Funny thing is, the stereos now just blue tooth from your phone and then to the helmet. Just blue tooth from the phone to the helmet headset. Really no need for the stereo other than navigation.
Man, bought one of these about a month ago with a great discount. I had a blue 2008 that did not have Security, ABS, or Cruise or the 107. What a sweet ride.
I love it, it doesn't have anything you don't need. I bought an Electra Glide Standard in 2001 and I'm still riding it. Put a stereo in it took a stereo out of it put a short. Windshield on it put a tall windshield on it. It's done everything I needed to do for almost 20 years and I paid 13000 for it brand new. And believe it or not I was on a waiting list to buy it. the good old days.
I bought a new 2006 Standard and it was hands-down, the best bike I’ve ever owned. Paid $18K for it When I first rode it I said: “Mama, I’m home!” Did some minor things to it to make it my own, but at 88” and a 5-speed, if had me wishing for more. This new one has 107” and a 6-speed AND it’s $18K ?!? “Mama, my prayers have been answered!”
Love the idea. Way to go Harley and thank you John for the coverage. I personally just picked up a 2007 flhtpi, and couldn't be happier 103, 6 speed and Ton's of room to make it mine. Thank you again john.
I think a blank slate is an awesome idea. Why have to replace $1000s worth of stuff when you can just install what you want? Not a bagger guy but I like they thinking behind this.
Back to basics. I don't want a radio,gps,bluetooth, info screen. To each their own. To me it's the ride, i don't want distractions. Well done,HD, a ride for simpler times.
Awesome review. I personally don't need the radio but when I go 2 up with the wife on the back roads she loves it.... and she loves me too lol...... Love seeing Travis as your, garage and road dog!!!!
Indian is only Indian by name these days,another brand sent to the History books. Still make some cool looking bikes but not sure the quality is there from the few I have seen in the UK. My money is still going into the HD bank I'm afraid.
Get ready for the Indian Apache!!!!! This low cost ORIGINAL INDIAN IDEA is...we take our Legendary innovative Indian Chieftain and strip away the stereo and only offer it in Indian war paint black!!!!! Buy now for the low low price of 17,999
@@philiproberts6947idiot lights come on for unknown reasons. Bikes start on their own in your garage. The bike has a history of stalling. They did address the rusting paint. The engines ping a lot, and some just had to be replaced.
@@tax905972 I looked at a 6 month old Victory a good few years back had very little use and was showing signs of rust around the headlight unit and leading edges of fenders. This put me right off the deal and I loved some of the designs they had, enough to nearly pull me away from HD. It's a shame as it wouldn't take Polaris much to up the QC and give HD a real headache as some of there bikes look fantastic.
Great info John. I like the bike, and I think it will sell well. I'm sure an accessory company will make a snap on door cover over the radio delete....that open place in the fairing would bug me. Joe Zednick Ocala, FL. 2019 Road Glide Special.
Congratulations for the video John... And I am happy H-D is moving in a very smart way to captivate riders, no matter if they are loyal customers or not... Very best regards from Brazil!
John, I like it. Like you said buy it and build it out like you want it. For me I doubt I’d add the radio, for me my music would be the motor. Thank you for the video.
that is me. I don't need no darn radio. ugggh. give me the sound of the highway and the engine. just got back from Daytona and those with the radio's run them so loud. it is no longer about hearing good music but to be noticed.
I never thought I'd want music on a bike either but now that I have my road glide I listen more than I thought I would! Especially on them longer rides!
Now that’s a good direction they are taking ! I don’t use all that touch screen stuff on my Street Glide anyway . Bluetooth in the helmet and phone your set .
Just ride and enjoy it , John this is one of the MOCO best ideas in years , and if you are going to take the reflectors off install the Electra -glow lights for rear visibility and install the AUXILIARY LIGHTS to aid the rider those standard headlights leave a lot to be desired , lighting is a must
Ebay street glide take off fender some cheap stretched bags a good tinted shield and your choice of some tunes you got ya a badass budget motor scooter.
The Electric Glide Standard is basically the FLHTP minus the seat, 2 way radio that goes where the "glove box" is, police lights and siren and the radio box on the back. Put all that on and you got a police motor
I’ve owned two standards in the past including an 09 the last year before they discontinued. I think they are a great bang for the buck and an awesome platform . Glad to see them back. People that say “just buy a streetglide” obviously don’t get it.
Got to look at one yesterday. Happened to stop by the local dealer and he was cool enough to let me take a look at it as they were prepping it for he floor. And take a look at the VIN, might give you a chuckle courtesy of Buzz Kanter of American Iron Mag for pointing it out!
$22k OTD with ABS. Not a bad price if you plan on leaving it alone. However, like most HD riders you will eventually want to start adding bells and whistles. I was told if you want to add electronics it's not plug n play because it won't have the CAN signals/wiring/connectors. You will also need to upgrade all the lighting to LED, if it is even possible (no body contol model). You would be better off spending the extra $2,900 for the Street/RG stadard.
Maybe a few more riders will learn what road king guys know. The sound of the bike and the road. Seriously this is so cool. I get tired of pulling up to lights and listening to 10 different songs ar once because everyone wants to crank their tunes
I’m really quite excited about the return of the Electra Glide. I’ll always keep my 09 FLHTCU but the new will make a great commuter bike. I think Harley hit this one out of the park with price point to value.
What’s up once again, John? Welp, I just traded in my Electra Glide Standard today for a 2019 Softail Heritage 114 in black. I must say, WOW!!! The Electra Glide Standard was a bit too much for my 168lb. frame. The Softail is simply AMAZING! Looks like I’ll be on it A LOT! Thank you for your videos, you helped out BIG time! 👌💯
Two John Maxwell videos in one week? This must be the greatest week of my life!! Lol love the vids brother keep it up. You may have just talked me into goin and buyin the new 2019 Electra Glide standard. I was lookin into gettin a touring bike as my next bike after the Iron 1200
love it ! great intro to the new bike . thanks . but i do wish they put a cover on that huge hole in the dash . really you wouldn't use it as a glove box , because stuff is gonna fall out of there while you're riding .
Wanted one of these last time they offered it because I had a vision for it and still do: Stage IV, Screaming Eagle Pipes and Heavy Breather Extreme Air Cleaner sounds like a good start .
I have an 05 Standard, only $15,900 back then. It was a blank canvas that I turned into a nice bike over time....The low price afforded me to make it mine a little at a time.
Walked into my local dealer late in 2019 and there sitting on the showroom floor was a 2019 FLHT (I had a 2008) with a $3000 discount sign on it. I bought it immediately. What a great base bike to build on and the 107 is fine by me. Have a video of it on my channel if interested.
I think this is not a bad move but it will be competing at dealer showrooms with the Soft Tail Sport Glide and also low mile used Street Glides and Road Glides
I think the one thing I love most about my street glide special is I don’t feel the need to change anything. Except the handlebars. But I’m too cheap to bother with it. Oh yeah and the headlight. It will get a daymaker at some point. Even though I think it should’ve be on the bike already for a $25k motorcycle
In Australia the Electra Glide's RRP is AU$34,495, the same price as the Road King. Still a lot of money for a base machine. The Street Glide is over $4,000 more. Not a cheap bike in Aussie is Harley.
For most people that get a fairing bike part of it is because they want the radio and stuff in it so Harley puts this bike out without no speakers or radio for 18,9.... about time you put a radio in that you would like and speakers with the labor you over $20,000 anyway so you might as well just step up and get the streetglide standard and don't have to worry about none of that at all. Now if Harley drop that bike to about 15,000 somewhere in there then they can really talk. But at the price point they're talkin with tax and title and Freight you're going to be over 20,000 anyway.
Glad HD is starting to think about soaring prices. At $18,999 plus freight $$ + Dealer Mark up depending on your area $1 or $2k as we pay in So Cal it's going to be $21k plus Tax, Lic, Doc fee = $23k for stripped down Glide???
Just wish they had used the 13" shocks instead of the 12's. So the shocks I would change but my list to add is: ABS, the passing lights, Red shift 468 cam, thunderheader (with the ghost pipe), power commander and I'd be good to go. Maybe later down the road a radio with Android Auto. Can get a much better radio for much less than the Harley radio.
Great move by Harley to make a tourer for those that don’t want all the bells and whistles. I was thinking the Road King was going to be my next bike, but this new Electra Standard has me thinking may be not.
Really looking forward to seeing one of these local as i think it's my next bike. Have had a hard time wanting to go from my 2013 Switchback and dropping Street Glide money for a lot of features i won't hardly use. This though, this as you said is the blank canvas I have been waiting for. Thanks John, keep them thumbs dirty!
John I bought a 2017 flhtp and it came with the 4.3 boom audio. I got it for 15k. It's got the 107 m8. My first big bike. I love it. Solid video again john
In the Netherlands the electra glide standard will cost you 29500,00 euro's(luxury Taxes, not a bargain bagger). The price higher than the Road king and the Road King Special in the Netherlands. In Belgium the same model will cost you 25500,00 euro's and in Germany 24895,00 euro's. A big difference in Europe. I have a 2018 Electra Glide Police M8 Vivid Black, the price was 22900,00 euro.
If your lookin for a touring bike with no experience on a touring bike, than this one fits the bill for a good price. Looks good with room for improvement.
That glove box would have been a whole lot handier if it had a hinged cover on it...something simple but the ability to close it...Nice addition to the line up! 👍
What I see from this release is a lot of folks like the Street Glide look but can't afford new ones especially the specials, so this fits a perfect niche. Does it compete against other brands like Indian, yes. I almost bought an Indian then I researched and found so many complaints like paint rust, chrome fade, engine problems; stayed with Harley
Great video John I love my 06 e glide standard. I’m so happy they came out with this because all good things eventually come to an end and I’ll have the option to buy one of these when they are a little less new “ I don’t buy new bikes” 😂😂😂 but the 2019 will be a good replacement in a couple of years
Smart move for the Motor Company. I've had Electraglides for years now and thought it was a mistake to lose the standard. And it's cheaper than their electric bike! With a warranty too.
Hay john that's pretty cool thanks for posting that. I didn't pay that for my 2019 ultra limited that's for sure. Not coming with a heel shifter would be a plus for me. I had Harley take mine off and they made it look clean like it was factory. They put a spacer and a chrome end cap on the shaft.
Not a bad option. I think they need to find another color or two that they can still stay in that price category but offer another option or two color wise. Maybe a simple silver and red. Not some custom metallic, but just a little way to not be identical to everyone of those on the street. For myself, in that price category, I may opt for a Heritage. I just like the profile and riding position of the Heritage. Thanks for the video and as someone else noted, two videos in one week, “we are not worthy” . Thanks John.
It’s good harley is offering this basic touring model. I never liked blasting stereos and all the non essentials that we really don’t need. My first road trip from Illinois to Canada was on a 850 Norton, no windshield no nothing! My second road trip was from Chicago to the Florida Keys on a 750 Honda super sport. No windshield no nothing but a leather jacket and a back pack strapped to a sissy bar. I actually met a guy from Ohio along the way making the the same trip to Florida on his rusty CB 350 Honda loaded with his gear hanging on the back.. he kept up with me! And was having a blast! John, and you call this new touring model basic? Hell, that guy on his CB 350 Honda and me on a stripped 750 Honda would have considered this new “basic’ Harley-Davidson a dream machine. You millennials...LOL
I was hoping in another video John would pull the outer fairing off and let us see the wiring harness. I for one would like to see what it would type to add a radio. to this bike.
Still needs to be cheaper its too close to the street glide base price. I would price it at $17,499. Those bikes would fly off the showroom at that price.
Harley are between a rock and a hard place with the price as the bike will compete with the higher priced softails (which are to my mind overpriced anyway) if they drop the price. I own a street glide and can see people buying one and using it as a base to add their own parts to as I would hope that Harley haven’t changed the wiring loom just blanked off the unused connections. You get a lot of people who change speakers/ sound systems etc on street glides for something better than OE and this bike would give them a cheaper way of doing it .
@@johnludmon7419 Good points. I've seen a few new Heritage owners say they wish they would have known about the Standard, as they would have held off and bought that. Downside in the audio wiring is they took away the hand controls, whereas the old Standard, they left all that. I too wonder what wiring they left under the fairing. I could see some people using an Infinity bluetooth setup as a workaround.
Good video! I watched Matt Laidlaw's video and commented also that this Harley is the perfect canvas to do a custom job. Just putting the copper collection on it would do wonders. I have changed a lot on my Roadking Special to make it mine. It would have been cheaper to use this bike. Lol
since i really like the street glide speciel, i don´t think it would be for me, but again the only thing that would a minus on this bike for me is the compartment where the radio was needs a flap/cover like on the right side . regards Sören
great looking bike, but as i commented on Matt Laidlaws video, have checked the price and here in the UK we are paying $26000 at todays exchange rate, i do think we are being ripped off in the UK. shame. keep up the great videos John
Hi John, yes it is $1830 cheaper than the street glide. but my moan was that we are paying so much more in the uk, i know there are shipping costs, but not $7000. keep up the good work. cheers
Sportglide, im sure the UK would be better off not belonging to the EU. They wont have to tax the population to pay for all the other dead beat nations who dont contribute to their society. Just think how much more tax money or vat tax will be back in your pocket. Prices will come down. Supply and demand.
Dollars into exhaust. Cam 114 engine, red rocker boxes, calipers, soundstream Single din deck with apple play, 21 front wheel, speaker lids and amp, 2 up seat...screw it just buy a used 2019 Street glide
My 2020 Springfield Darkhorse was $20,000 even and it's all blacked out and in full LEDs. Remote locking bags, tire pressure monitoring, ride modes, 3 great flat finish paints and a 116 engine. Granted it doesn't have a faring. But I don't think this bike puts Harley back in the game. You still get way more for your money with a Indian. I have nothing against Harley, owned many, and I like this bike a lot, but not over my Springfield. The amount of money it would take to bring this up to where the Darkhorse is out of the box would not be worth it in my opinion.
I was interested to see the price for this model (and compare it to other models within the range) here in Australia . 34.5K for it over here.. Thousands more than the heritage and only 4k less than the street glide special. Should have been closer to 30k. But it makes me appreciate my vivid sport glide more at the sub 28k price!
I’ve never cared for music on the bike. I just like the ride and enjoy the peace. I’m not even going to change the stock exhaust on my FLHR because I’m over loud pipes too. I’m just enjoying it as is.
I had them put the Screaming Eagle slip ons on mine. Sounds great. Not overly loud.
Thanks Alan. I might look into those.
yeah those are medium sound, but sounds soooo good .
the rinehart motorcycle exhaust is about a medium high , they loud. and deeep too.
Funny thing is, the stereos now just blue tooth from your phone and then to the helmet. Just blue tooth from the phone to the helmet headset. Really no need for the stereo other than navigation.
Man, bought one of these about a month ago with a great discount. I had a blue 2008 that did not have Security, ABS, or Cruise or the 107. What a sweet ride.
I love it, it doesn't have anything you don't need. I bought an Electra Glide Standard in 2001 and I'm still riding it. Put a stereo in it took a stereo out of it put a short. Windshield on it put a tall windshield on it. It's done everything I needed to do for almost 20 years and I paid 13000 for it brand new. And believe it or not I was on a waiting list to buy it. the good old days.
I love that Harley is back in the game for an affordable starting point! I feel like they have totally been leaning towards the 40k CVO's
I love this idea. I might add the radio back in at some point, but there’s several things on the Street Glide that I don’t need or want.
I bought a new 2006 Standard and it was hands-down, the best bike I’ve ever owned. Paid $18K for it
When I first rode it I said: “Mama, I’m home!”
Did some minor things to it to make it my own, but at 88” and a 5-speed, if had me wishing for more.
This new one has 107” and a 6-speed AND it’s $18K ?!?
“Mama, my prayers have been answered!”
FINALLY!!! Harley listened to everyone’s input and came out with a bang!! Nice!
Love the idea. Way to go Harley and thank you John for the coverage. I personally just picked up a 2007 flhtpi, and couldn't be happier 103, 6 speed and Ton's of room to make it mine. Thank you again john.
I absolutely love the look of a solo seat on these bikes.
I think a blank slate is an awesome idea. Why have to replace $1000s worth of stuff when you can just install what you want? Not a bagger guy but I like they thinking behind this.
Back to basics. I don't want a radio,gps,bluetooth, info screen. To each their own. To me it's the ride, i don't want distractions. Well done,HD, a ride for simpler times.
When you catch on to the heel/toe shifter it’s really nice. I wouldn’t change mine-no way.
I love my heel toe shifter.
@@gregshort2258 Me too
Awesome review. I personally don't need the radio but when I go 2 up with the wife on the back roads she loves it.... and she loves me too lol...... Love seeing Travis as your, garage and road dog!!!!
I'm with you John, my first thought was blank slate. I'm highly considering this model. It is so bare boned I can do whatever I want to this bike.
This bike just undercut Indian's lower cost baggers hard. This was a super smart move for Harley to do.
Indian is only Indian by name these days,another brand sent to the History books. Still make some cool looking bikes but not sure the quality is there from the few I have seen in the UK. My money is still going into the HD bank I'm afraid.
Get ready for the Indian Apache!!!!! This low cost ORIGINAL INDIAN IDEA is...we take our Legendary innovative Indian Chieftain and strip away the stereo and only offer it in Indian war paint black!!!!! Buy now for the low low price of 17,999
@@philiproberts6947idiot lights come on for unknown reasons. Bikes start on their own in your garage. The bike has a history of stalling. They did address the rusting paint. The engines ping a lot, and some just had to be replaced.
@@johnpotter4210 lets be real here, it'll be 19,750. XD
@@tax905972 I looked at a 6 month old Victory a good few years back had very little use and was showing signs of rust around the headlight unit and leading edges of fenders. This put me right off the deal and I loved some of the designs they had, enough to nearly pull me away from HD.
It's a shame as it wouldn't take Polaris much to up the QC and give HD a real headache as some of there bikes look fantastic.
You can put an after market GPS/radio in that empty box in the dashboard. Or mount your cell in there. Lots of options on this model.
Great info John. I like the bike, and I think it will sell well. I'm sure an accessory company will make a snap on door cover over the radio delete....that open place in the fairing would bug me.
Joe Zednick
Ocala, FL.
2019 Road Glide Special.
I wonder if you can fit a Garmin GPS or your phone in there? It would save mounting one on the handlebars.
Congratulations for the video John... And I am happy H-D is moving in a very smart way to captivate riders, no matter if they are loyal customers or not... Very best regards from Brazil!
John, I like it. Like you said buy it and build it out like you want it. For me I doubt I’d add the radio, for me my music would be the motor. Thank you for the video.
HARMARSCH2 I've never had a motorcycle with tunes, don't know how to act just thinkin about it
that is me. I don't need no darn radio. ugggh. give me the sound of the highway and the engine. just got back from Daytona and those with the radio's run them so loud. it is no longer about hearing good music but to be noticed.
I never thought I'd want music on a bike either but now that I have my road glide I listen more than I thought I would! Especially on them longer rides!
This is a great "upgrade" for someone who started on a Sportster(like me.) I would have that space up front replaced with a logo
Now that’s a good direction they are taking ! I don’t use all that touch screen stuff on my Street Glide anyway . Bluetooth in the helmet and phone your set .
Just ride and enjoy it , John this is one of the MOCO best ideas in years , and if you are going to take the reflectors off install the Electra -glow lights for rear visibility and install the AUXILIARY LIGHTS to aid the rider those standard headlights leave a lot to be desired , lighting is a must
Ebay street glide take off fender some cheap stretched bags a good tinted shield and your choice of some tunes you got ya a badass budget motor scooter.
The Electric Glide Standard is basically the FLHTP minus the seat, 2 way radio that goes where the "glove box" is, police lights and siren and the radio box on the back. Put all that on and you got a police motor
Yep. I can see it now. The after market will have a field day with this model.
I’ve owned two standards in the past including an 09 the last year before they discontinued. I think they are a great bang for the buck and an awesome platform . Glad to see them back. People that say “just buy a streetglide” obviously don’t get it.
Totally agree with you John. I have a 2017 FLHTP....and I feel it’s a clean slate to do what I want too do
Got to look at one yesterday. Happened to stop by the local dealer and he was cool enough to let me take a look at it as they were prepping it for he floor. And take a look at the VIN, might give you a chuckle courtesy of Buzz Kanter of American Iron Mag for pointing it out!
$22k OTD with ABS. Not a bad price if you plan on leaving it alone. However, like most HD riders you will eventually want to start adding bells and whistles. I was told if you want to add electronics it's not plug n play because it won't have the CAN signals/wiring/connectors. You will also need to upgrade all the lighting to LED, if it is even possible (no body contol model). You would be better off spending the extra $2,900 for the Street/RG stadard.
Maybe a few more riders will learn what road king guys know. The sound of the bike and the road. Seriously this is so cool. I get tired of pulling up to lights and listening to 10 different songs ar once because everyone wants to crank their tunes
A clean slate bagger?! I have see the light! Yes. So much yes!
I’m really quite excited about the return of the Electra Glide. I’ll always keep my 09 FLHTCU but the new will make a great commuter bike.
I think Harley hit this one out of the park with price point to value.
What’s up once again, John? Welp, I just traded in my Electra Glide Standard today for a 2019 Softail Heritage 114 in black. I must say, WOW!!! The Electra Glide Standard was a bit too much for my 168lb. frame. The Softail is simply AMAZING! Looks like I’ll be on it A LOT! Thank you for your videos, you helped out BIG time! 👌💯
Glad to see it back, still love my street glide, they need to ditch the air shocks n do coil over progressive shocks for more comfortable ride..
Still crazy money, I'm glad I got my standard when I did, the first twin cam for only ten grand. Only new vehicle I ever bought.
Two John Maxwell videos in one week? This must be the greatest week of my life!! Lol love the vids brother keep it up. You may have just talked me into goin and buyin the new 2019 Electra Glide standard. I was lookin into gettin a touring bike as my next bike after the Iron 1200
David Shrum Go with the Road Glide Standard! Once you ride a Road Glide, everything else is second best!
NicholsIncorporated I’ll test ride both of them
love it ! great intro to the new bike . thanks .
but i do wish they put a cover on that huge hole in the dash . really you wouldn't use it as a glove box , because stuff is gonna fall out of there while you're riding .
I just bought one today! I'll pick it up tomorrow with Rineharts installed.
Wanted one of these last time they offered it because I had a vision for it and still do: Stage IV, Screaming Eagle Pipes and Heavy Breather Extreme Air Cleaner sounds like a good start .
I have an 05 Standard, only $15,900 back then. It was a blank canvas that I turned into a nice bike over time....The low price afforded me to make it mine a little at a time.
Walked into my local dealer late in 2019 and there sitting on the showroom floor was a 2019 FLHT (I had a 2008) with a $3000 discount sign on it. I bought it immediately. What a great base bike to build on and the 107 is fine by me. Have a video of it on my channel if interested.
I think this is not a bad move but it will be competing at dealer showrooms with the Soft Tail Sport Glide and also low mile used Street Glides and Road Glides
I think the one thing I love most about my street glide special is I don’t feel the need to change anything. Except the handlebars. But I’m too cheap to bother with it. Oh yeah and the headlight. It will get a daymaker at some point. Even though I think it should’ve be on the bike already for a $25k motorcycle
I had one,looks like I might be getting another.Definitely have to see about different factory color choices at an additional expense.
In Australia the Electra Glide's RRP is AU$34,495, the same price as the Road King. Still a lot of money for a base machine. The Street Glide is over $4,000 more. Not a cheap bike in Aussie is Harley.
For most people that get a fairing bike part of it is because they want the radio and stuff in it so Harley puts this bike out without no speakers or radio for 18,9.... about time you put a radio in that you would like and speakers with the labor you over $20,000 anyway so you might as well just step up and get the streetglide standard and don't have to worry about none of that at all. Now if Harley drop that bike to about 15,000 somewhere in there then they can really talk. But at the price point they're talkin with tax and title and Freight you're going to be over 20,000 anyway.
Glad HD is starting to think about soaring prices. At $18,999 plus freight $$ + Dealer Mark up depending on your area $1 or $2k as we pay in So Cal it's going to be $21k plus Tax, Lic, Doc fee = $23k for stripped down Glide???
@@larryj8924 right bro thats what im sayin.
Just wish they had used the 13" shocks instead of the 12's.
So the shocks I would change but my list to add is: ABS, the passing lights, Red shift 468 cam, thunderheader (with the ghost pipe), power commander and I'd be good to go. Maybe later down the road a radio with Android Auto. Can get a much better radio for much less than the Harley radio.
2hotFL
We had a heck of a time with that Zippers Red Shift 468 cam on a 107 in a softail.
@@wickedfifth Ok, maybe more research needed on my part then. Thanks for the warning.
Great move by Harley to make a tourer for those that don’t want all the bells and whistles. I was thinking the Road King was going to be my next bike, but this new Electra Standard has me thinking may be not.
If only it would have been out last March… I wouldn’t be riding this 2018 Street glide with a pile of take off parts in the garage smh lol.
I wouldn't be riding a 2018 Heritage either.
Great review John & agree with the blank slate to customize as one please. The older standers
Really looking forward to seeing one of these local as i think it's my next bike. Have had a hard time wanting to go from my 2013 Switchback and dropping Street Glide money for a lot of features i won't hardly use. This though, this as you said is the blank canvas I have been waiting for. Thanks John, keep them thumbs dirty!
Man, thanks for sharing. I bought one yesterday with ABS.
Love it, I can see myself buying that as I don't want the transistor radio that comes with them. That's why I was leaning towards the road king.
John I bought a 2017 flhtp and it came with the 4.3 boom audio. I got it for 15k. It's got the 107 m8. My first big bike. I love it. Solid video again john
In the Netherlands the electra glide standard will cost you 29500,00 euro's(luxury Taxes, not a bargain bagger). The price higher than the Road king and the Road King Special in the Netherlands. In Belgium the same model will cost you 25500,00 euro's and in Germany 24895,00 euro's. A big difference in Europe. I have a 2018 Electra Glide Police M8 Vivid Black, the price was 22900,00 euro.
As always great info. Glad to see Harley bring it back. I've been thinking about upgrading to an m8 . I think that would be a great place to start.
I've thought about the blank canvas idea as well, I actually think HD might sell a lot more of these bikes than even they think they will.
It's a stripped down FLHTP minus the 114. Still a good deal considering that you dont have to remove any emergency equipment.
I may be the odd one out here, but I love the tank logo. Simple bar and shield. I’d have picked that for my heritage classic if it was an option.
If your lookin for a touring bike with no experience on a touring bike, than this one fits the bill for a good price. Looks good with room for improvement.
I hope they bring back the Softail Custom too! Love that bike.
Very cool model, love the idea of making it your own cvo..... Something to stew over for sure...
That glove box would have been a whole lot handier if it had a hinged cover on it...something simple but the ability to close it...Nice addition to the line up! 👍
that would make the price go up to 40k though ;) hehe
Hd are incredible machines for the money they have models for all budgets. Luv my rkm8
Very Cool John touring for under 20K then you can add accessories as you want or keep it stock. Be Cool and Ride Safe🇺🇸🏍 Thanks for the Vlog.
I like the no radio part, but didn't even see the option for a tall boy seat online.
What I see from this release is a lot of folks like the Street Glide look but can't afford new ones especially the specials, so this fits a perfect niche. Does it compete against other brands like Indian, yes. I almost bought an Indian then I researched and found so many complaints like paint rust, chrome fade, engine problems; stayed with Harley
They need to do a roadglide up like this
The perfect blank slate. A stage 4 like you said and boom !
That is a great bike for the price point. I was disappointed when they cut that model I wanted one. I do like my Road King.
Hell yeah, that's what i'm talking about. Harley finally put a good price on its bike
Someone still got a few grey cells left at Harley. I had my doubts after the Livewire pricing. Good move from HD
Great video John I love my 06 e glide standard. I’m so happy they came out with this because all good things eventually come to an end and I’ll have the option to buy one of these when they are a little less new “ I don’t buy new bikes” 😂😂😂 but the 2019 will be a good replacement in a couple of years
Smart move for the Motor Company. I've had Electraglides for years now and thought it was a mistake to lose the standard. And it's cheaper than their electric bike! With a warranty too.
Metric cruisers are almost as much. That was a brilliant move hd!
Dennis Morris some are even more
You could add all the extra stuff later, anyways... if you shop around , you can get good deals on used... Radio...& All that!!
Hay john that's pretty cool thanks for posting that. I didn't pay that for my 2019 ultra limited that's for sure. Not coming with a heel shifter would be a plus for me. I had Harley take mine off and they made it look clean like it was factory. They put a spacer and a chrome end cap on the shaft.
I did the opposite on my Ultra Classic - I love heel shifters and put an extended one on mine.
Bought mine last Saturday. Love it.
Woooooh! Good on harley for getting this right. It seems to me that alot of people are buying touring bikes and this was a great move on them.
Looks very similar to my 2007 FLTR. Good "riding description," John.
DUDE, when I went after my RoadKing, this bike, Electra Glide Standard, is what I really wanted, it just wasn't out yet
I love the stance, from the back, that bike is gorgeous
Great move by Harley. I think they're going to sell all ton of these things to both of the groups you mentioned.
Not a bad option. I think they need to find another color or two that they can still stay in that price category but offer another option or two color wise. Maybe a simple silver and red. Not some custom metallic, but just a little way to not be identical to everyone of those on the street. For myself, in that price category, I may opt for a Heritage. I just like the profile and riding position of the Heritage. Thanks for the video and as someone else noted, two videos in one week, “we are not worthy” . Thanks John.
I think we might see colors for 2020, if I had to guess.
It would be a good make it your own kind of platform for sure .
It’s good harley is offering this basic touring model. I never liked blasting stereos and all the non essentials that we really don’t need. My first road trip from Illinois to Canada was on a 850 Norton, no windshield no nothing! My second road trip was from Chicago to the Florida Keys on a 750 Honda super sport. No windshield no nothing but a leather jacket and a back pack strapped to a sissy bar. I actually met a guy from Ohio along the way making the the same trip to Florida on his rusty CB 350 Honda loaded with his gear hanging on the back.. he kept up with me! And was having a blast! John, and you call this new touring model basic? Hell, that guy on his CB 350 Honda and me on a stripped 750 Honda would have considered this new “basic’ Harley-Davidson a dream machine. You millennials...LOL
I was hoping in another video John would pull the outer fairing off and let us see the wiring harness. I for one would like to see what it would type to add a radio. to this bike.
I believe the radio harness is there.
I dig it ! A reasonably priced after market stereo later on a set of bars and your in cool
Still needs to be cheaper its too close to the street glide base price. I would price it at $17,499. Those bikes would fly off the showroom at that price.
One sales guy told me the msrp should be 1k less, but other than that, it's a great move.
Harley are between a rock and a hard place with the price as the bike will compete with the higher priced softails (which are to my mind overpriced anyway) if they drop the price. I own a street glide and can see people buying one and using it as a base to add their own parts to as I would hope that Harley haven’t changed the wiring loom just blanked off the unused connections. You get a lot of people who change speakers/ sound systems etc on street glides for something better than OE and this bike would give them a cheaper way of doing it .
@@johnludmon7419 Good points. I've seen a few new Heritage owners say they wish they would have known about the Standard, as they would have held off and bought that. Downside in the audio wiring is they took away the hand controls, whereas the old Standard, they left all that. I too wonder what wiring they left under the fairing. I could see some people using an Infinity bluetooth setup as a workaround.
I paid less than that for mine. Gotta negotiate.
Good video! I watched Matt Laidlaw's video and commented also that this Harley is the perfect canvas to do a custom job.
Just putting the copper collection on it would do wonders.
I have changed a lot on my Roadking Special to make it mine. It would have been cheaper to use this bike. Lol
Great review, keep it up!
since i really like the street glide speciel, i don´t think it would be for me, but again the only thing that would a minus on this bike for me is the compartment where the radio was needs a flap/cover like on the right side .
regards
Sören
If it’s what you’re looking for then it’s perfect. Straight forward bare bones touring bike. Awesome 😎
great looking bike, but as i commented on Matt Laidlaws video, have checked the price and here in the UK
we are paying $26000 at todays exchange rate, i do think we are being ripped off in the UK. shame.
keep up the great videos John
Brexit........
I hadn’t noticed the UK price, but isn’t that still significantly less than the street glide?
@@fredrickhaemker8434 Brexit is the uk leaving Europe....... has nothing to do with our trade with the US
Hi John, yes it is $1830 cheaper than the street glide. but my moan was that we are
paying so much more in the uk, i know there are shipping costs, but not $7000.
keep up the good work. cheers
Sportglide, im sure the UK would be better off not belonging to the EU. They wont have to tax the population to pay for all the other dead beat nations who dont contribute to their society. Just think how much more tax money or vat tax will be back in your pocket. Prices will come down. Supply and demand.
Yep. First thing I did to my SGS was s***can the heel shift lever
Good old electra glide, to bad it still starts at 25,000$ in Canada. Love the tank badge.
Oh no, another bagger ! Must say I miss your Sportster days John 😢
Nah. Just own a sportster and a bagger. Works for me
Dollars into exhaust. Cam 114 engine, red rocker boxes, calipers, soundstream Single din deck with apple play, 21 front wheel, speaker lids and amp, 2 up seat...screw it just buy a used 2019 Street glide
yeah kinda…. but if u really want a mod heavy bike its a good start.
@@johnpotter4210 agreed. I can see custom builders snapping these up. They are going to strip most of the SG stuff anyway.
John Potter I agree lots of guys will buy these up so many seats wheels on ebay ...that deck I mention is under 200
yup, that way the customer wont feel bad for having to remove the stock, and then having it all in the way
[ floor , in the way ].
Crazy to think in 2003 this bike was over $40.000 ..and in Canada you were put on a waiting list .
My 2020 Springfield Darkhorse was $20,000 even and it's all blacked out and in full LEDs. Remote locking bags, tire pressure monitoring, ride modes, 3 great flat finish paints and a 116 engine. Granted it doesn't have a faring. But I don't think this bike puts Harley back in the game. You still get way more for your money with a Indian. I have nothing against Harley, owned many, and I like this bike a lot, but not over my Springfield. The amount of money it would take to bring this up to where the Darkhorse is out of the box would not be worth it in my opinion.
I was interested to see the price for this model (and compare it to other models within the range) here in Australia . 34.5K for it over here.. Thousands more than the heritage and only 4k less than the street glide special. Should have been closer to 30k. But it makes me appreciate my vivid sport glide more at the sub 28k price!