I started on a Electra, went to a Road, and am now on a Street Glide. I love the format of these reviews and I totally agree, for me it’s easily the SGS all the way around.
I own a 2019 road glide ultra. I vote road glide. My dad owns two shark nose (2015 and 2017) and two bat wings (2012 and 2015). He won’t stop telling people to buy a road glide over a street glide. Street glide feels sporty, no doubt. But for long hauls... road glide all day.
@@monkeymangonewild I get that! Lol. But it's a much better investment buying an ultra and making it a road glide then buying a road glide and making it an ultra. But I get it's a grandpa bike. But I'm 29 at 210lbs and riding in complete comfort. Oh and my 28yr old at 110lbs wife love the ride quality as well. Putting heated seats on this weekend too so we'll be cozy as well.
Ana looked great on the Street Glide. I’m with ya Aaron... can never find neutral. Blockhead - love the group rides. Great job identifying which bike is being referenced and love the shots where you are riding up with and getting the other rider and bike being spoke of in frame
I bought the Electra glide standard cause it was like 9k cheaper then the street glide and I can install a radio for 800 and still be ahead of the game
@@HvyMetal4Ever I have a 98 electric glide and it rides super smooth I’ve rode a 2008 they both ride the same and a 2012 or 2013 Street guide A tad bit softer I would say they’re worth the money you pay
I’m 5’6 and I love the Road Glide. I was test riding the Street Glide and then they put me on the Road Glide and I was in love. Idk it just fit me so well which was a total surprise to me. I’m on a Switchback rn.
Common misconception: car lights don’t work by weight, they actually work with electromagnetism and measuring induction through units of measure called Henrys. There’s a metal coil loop trenched into the asphalt, when a car (large chunk of metal) sits inside the loop the induction of that loop increases. The sensor triggers the light to turn green when the induction of the coil increases.
"weight" still helps though, but not because of actual weight but because of the extra steel causing more of an increase in induction. My Road King trips lights every time, while my Speed Triple would very rarely trip them.
Road glide with high bars that move your arms out are AWESOME. My one criticism of the Road Glide are those damn bars, what was H-D thinking? T-Rex is the best description for it!!
Really never thought id like the Roadglide, and was looking to the standard, then i got a Great deal and settled for a Roadglide......best settlement ever.
@@danielolson5323 in what way? I’m beginning to plan selling my Sportster and go to some form of granny glide in my older age. So I’m curious to know what makes one model better than the other. I’ll be test riding a bunch on my own to see what I enjoy riding, but there’s nothing wrong with reading someone else’s opinion.
I ended up with the Electra Glide standard. It’s my daily driver and I’m genuinely happy with it. Fathead Cycles makes a drop-in, plug and play radio kit for it and it looks a lot better once you swap that windshield for black Klockwerks shield. Anyway, to me, it’s the best value for under 20K. That being said, I wish it had come with a 2-up seat and passenger pegs like the Road King has stock. Every once in awhile I Jones for a Road Glide, but I’m happy with my standard given the price haha
All 3 are cool bikes. I just bought a Street Glide and I have loved it so far. It's definitely a different experience coming from a sportster or softail. Great informative video as always Block.
I have a street glide special, and I'm 5.8 boots are always a must to keep that good traction.and the low speed maneuvering you definitely need to be aware of. But once you've got about 500 hundred miles in the saddle it all gets easier.
I own a street glide, owned it for five years, my dad has the road glide, he’s had it for four years. Dude I like the road glide so much more then my street glide. I always ride his road glide. Just giving you my opinion .
I ride with a half-helmet on my Roadglide. I have a Sena Calvary that has Bluetooth communication. Works great with the fairing. Let me give you a heads up about the vents, they work amazing when it’s hot, if you buy Roadglide buy some aftermarket vent screens. Bugs can come through those vents & clock pretty hard.
Thanks for have a lady rider. My wife went from a sporty to a road king and we could not find any riding experiences with woman on crusers. The info is a little late for my wife since she has been riding the king for three months. But for any other woman looking for review. This is great. Thank you.
Thanks for the reviews, I am short fella like Anna is short and I took a Ultra Glide with the lowered seat for a test ride. Loved it but now after watching this video, I have to try the Street and Road Glide bikes before I purchase. Thanks again
So much this and a Road King Standard. He would see what just a windshield is like on the standard. Plus it would give block the ability to go with out and still look cool when he wants but can throw it on when he needs the heavy commute.
Road King has the best of both worlds. Great for the "touring" aspect and not all that extra weight in the front for around town riding. And a windshield is all you need. Got the helmet with Bluetooth already so no need for the radio and infotainment system.
His buddy “Bagger Bro” has a Road King Special.... I’m sure that he can test ride that (and probably already has) any time he wants to and he wouldn’t have to set it up with a dealer...
Awesome video! Great seeing Anna and Aaron coming from sportsters to touring. From a viewers standpoint. I this the view is better from the streetglide/Electra Glide. But I ride a Roadking. Best of both worlds. And I only put the windshield on when it’s cold out.
@4The2nd I agree my 15 ultra limited is alot heavier. Getting on any of these reviewed feels like riding lite toy. Although I'd rather a bike with less wieght.
The major “complaints” with the Electra standard can all be fixed with the Electra “classic” which is what I have. all the same options and features as the street special you just rode. Really the only difference is the lights on the front. The street glide just has the single headlamp where the Electra has the fog lights. I love it bro!!!
I ride an FLHTCUSE7. It's loaded, but came with a fixed tour pak. I put a quick detach on mine and put deutz connectors on the wiring. Tour pak off, I just tuck the harness under the seat. Tour pak on, I plug them together and put them under the seat. Worked out real well. I relocated the antenna by bolting a small bracket just in front of my filler panel.
My .02 is that I own a new 2019 Electra glide limited and F’n love it! No need to change a thing coming from a 2008 Springer softail. Comfort at 80mph on the highway for over an hour and radio is clear. Comfort is amazing no matter what anyone says but my experience.
I have a 2019. Streetglide 207. Took it from az to ny this summer. 7100 miles round trip no problems with the bike. I would change the seat for a more comfortable ride. I use mobile synthetic 20 x 50 and change oil every 3000 miles. Great bike.
Interesting comparison format and very informative. I did something similar before choosing the 2019 EG Standard, which I got with the dual front discs (option in '19; std thereafter). Rented both and Ultra Limited and Road Glide Limited and did the usual salesman's ride on the Standard. Obviously the two Limited's were heavier. But the fairing on the RGL was miles away from me with more turbulence than the UL which positioned the bars perfectly for me. It was a windy day and side winds were NOT an issue. The final deciding factors were (1) the extra weight high up in the bars for the radio and speakers of both Limiteds along with the fact I listen through Bluetooth into my helmet from my iPhone anyhow + see weather on the iPhone and (2) the other touring accessories such as TourPak, fairing mount mirrors, Hammock seat for two, passenger floorboards, taller windshield, etc) all came out thousands (yes plural) less expensive than either Limited. So as opposed to a beginner touring bike, it was my base on which I used my 54 years of riding experience to equip for me without wasting money. Worked out great!! Thanks for the comparison report.
Not one comment on THE LIMITED! I own a ‘19 CVO Limited and commute 1.25 hours each way. I also live in Ohio so the lower fairings and heated grips and seat are the cats ass.
I have a2019 Street Glide with a 107. I liked it but didn’t fall in love with it until I put 10” L A Choppers bars in.... oh my god the difference was night and day. Now I’m in love with my SG. Before you buy.. try and ride a SG with higher bars on. 👍🤙
Zoran Stojevski I’m 5’ 11” I went with 10” because I didn’t want the bars to be higher than the fairing. I’m so glad I did... when I ride I can just relax down into my seat and I’m soooo comfortable. Have to say the bars are such good quality, solid, great finish and much heavier than the stock bars. Very well made and lovely chrome finish. What bars are you thinking of getting?
Also the bar change is not that difficult. You’ll be absolutely fine doing it. The hardest bit is internally wiring the cables. I put 12 inch KST Mayhem bars on and it improved the bike so so much
Late to this party, but this was an amazing review! I love the format like others have said. I went to a demo day today at Harley and rode all the newest 2022 models. I liked the street glide special the best. I ride a Softail standard with lots done to it, including a windshield and I’ve got to say, my Softail is actually quicker than the street glide because of the power to weight ratio. My bike is setup for touring but weighs 200lbs less.
This video was absolutely perfect in my opinion. I like the simultaneous rider feedback and rolling shots of each. I agree with Ana. Street glide sp. then the Electra glide then the street glide again 😂 (no road glide). Great video, thanks 🙏🏾
@@capricornblack3450 no road glide in my opinion because if its not a custom big wheel up front then it looks awkward to me… and when riding my view looking down feels awkward as well. If im doing a custom show bike ill do road glide if not its bat wing style for me.
Where's the Road King at? Anyway nice vis as always,here I usually watch ur vid when I eat my breakfast xd Street Glide is my faf out of these I think,idk,don't know so much about these touring ones
I just bought a electra mainly because of the price but I really like the bike it's super comfortable and it can easily be customized as you want when you want
4The2nd that’s why people buy non-Harley bikes. If it’s too expensive, then I’ll get a nice Honda or Kawasaki. If Harley keeps everything expensive, only Boomers will buy them. Most young people don’t have money 💴
Harleys are expensive. But I wouldn't ride anything else. I could afford a brand new one, but why go broke when I can get a 5 year old bike for 1/2 price?
I rode the SGS and the RGS before I bought my RGS. I’m 6ft 2in tall and the riding position on the RGS fit me best. The first mod I did was the bars. Added Lo Chizled Apes and a solo seat! Fits me perfect now! End of the day, it’s all about personal preference.
I just bought the Road King Special a month ago and love it. Already changed the bars and made it even better. If I felt I needed the infotainment the Street Glide would definitely be the choice. Fun video man as always!
I have a 14 Sgs and went with the taller shield , 12 inch bars ,and lots of Ciro3D lights front and back . Added travel trunk and love the way it handles .
Blockhead, I purchased the standard in April just after it came out. I added a stage 1 kit to it along with some more blacked out accessories. I put the street glide seat on it for some style and comfort. Approximately 8,500 miles and never had an issue. I did add the 4 inch blacked out windshield for better air flow. I no longer have the bike since a vehicle pulled out in front of me and hit me making us collide and totaling the bike. The open compartment is nice for gloves and a slightly used water bottle. I will be buying another bike, most likely a Road Glide. Near big trucks the fairing has some buffering with a batwing fairing. With you being who you are with all of the electronics and gloves I believe you’d enjoy the fairing storage of the Road Glide. P.S. this was all commented before y’all got on the bikes so it may get an edit. I’d love to hear back from you if you have FLHT questions!!
You guys mentioned bar swapping. A friend of mine recently got a Street Glide and asked the dealership about the cost for slightly taller bars. With as labor-intensive as that is, that bill can easily top $1,000.
@@PAULY-P I think not. I have ridden Street Glides, Road Glides and Limiteds. If different at all the seat height is within an inch or two between all the bikes. Same front end/same rear end/same suspension/same frame/same engine. Only difference is handlebars and faring.
Ive owned alot of different Harley's and the one I like th best is the Street Glide. Very comfortable on long trips plus you can accually hear the radio, and it has blue tooth that you can listen to your own music! And the power, wow!
I like the format as well. I'm facing a similar choice and have got it down to the Street or Electra. The engine size doesn't matter to me as I have a litre bike too. Thanks.
I own a road glide special . Even before I bought it, I test road the Street and the Road Glide. What they hate about the Road Glide is what I love about it. The inner fairing on the SGS just feels way too close and small. I fell like I have room on the RGS and the wind protection is better.
Dig the vid my man. I just purchased a 19 Electra Glide Standard 3 weeks and love it I’m 50 and 5’5-6 185-90lbs and yes men or women I just put on thicker sole boots and problems solved. Just be extra careful when maneuvering that bike at low speeds or this thing is tipping over and believe me it’s HELL getting it up. Other than the weight of these bikes they rock. “Keep the rubber side down, happy riding .”
My dad owns a 2019 Street Glide Special he loves it, it's not personally my style I would rather put saddle bags on a Fatboy if I wanted cargo space. But I know Ill be inheriting his Street glide when he gets too old to ride it which unfortunately is not very far off.
My wife is 5'4". She started on an Iron 883, and finally convinced herself to ride my Dyna Street Bob when I was deployed last year. I then had to buy a new bike. LOL So, we traded the Sporty on a Street Glide Special. (Mine's a 2016, so a Twin Cam 103.) I'm deployed again, and she rode my SGS. I think she prefers the Dyna, but she said my SGS is "so smooth". lol It has 12" bars on it as well. I wrote that to state that if you know how to ride, you can ride anything. You don't need to be afraid of it. Shiny side up!
Glad u did this with two other riders. Ive been fighting with myself about going from my Honda fury to a electra or street glide and which one would be better choice for me. This helps...and time to test ride!
Wow, looks like the SGS it is! Not bad, i rode both bikes also and the bars weren't an issue for me. The fairing on the SGS was though, i felt too cramped. Compare that to the lighting on the RGS that is far superior to the SGS and the frame mounted fairing makes highway speeds seamless. But im sure we'll see Blockenstein on a SGS soon enough, just like everyone else.
Hi I have tried both in high winds and would take the road glide. When riding in any amount of wind, you will definitely prefer the road glide with the fixed batwing. Your arms will appreciate it. I am currently riding an Electra glide classic but plan to upgrade to a road glide ultra. Just my 2 cents worth.
Was going to PU a 19.5 EGS when it came out but decided to wait for the '20 to come out because it comes standard with ABS ('19.5 ABS was a 900 option) / also my decision to go with EGS was based on putting new Custom Dynamics LED lights all the way around, an upgraded SONY XAV/7000 stereo system, Klockwerks windscreen and still be 10k lighter than the SGS. IMO the SGS has more color options & the 114 motor, but with all the upgrades I did on my EGS and the front tire being smaller ( tire & wheel standard on all EGS beefier tire ) I feel overall it's the best riding bike as well as best value
Block you guys rock. Always a great idea to add other riders input. Can see your results, but I’m a fan of a Rode Glide Special, because I own one. Still an informative video showing a fair review. Extra points for a lady’s perspective. 👍🏼 👏👏👏 😎
Around town and for shorter day trips, they’re all really great. Head out for a 500+ mi long day or a 1000+ mi multi-day adventure, the RG will prove why it’s preferred by so many experienced long distance riders.
Absolutely love my Road Glide. Never been so comfortable and relaxed on any other bike I have owned. Harley definitely has one of the best rides I have ever experienced. I came from riding Metric Bikes and will never go back.
Wow, natural reaction going from stripped down bike to a full touring model it is expected. The frame mounted fairing will not be so effected by winds at hwy speeds. You will need a little time with any one of the models to really get the hang of them and their benefits.. Good luck, nice to see yall stretching the envelopes.
INFOTAINMENT CENTER BETTER SUSPENSION BETTER SEAT first bike is a 14 Electra Glide with full infotainment center. The clutch is something to get usto. But I love the baggers thinking about the trunk detach kit. But would not go to anything else. And I love the extra trunk space
Audio is super simple to add, several companies now do complete plug and play systems for the standard. Check out fat head cycles, or if in cali, so cal auto in costa mesa. They have a motorcycle team that is awesome, and does an invisible system that kicks ass, without cutting your bags.
I have street glides for years and my wife bought a road glide and I felt the same way. love the look of the road glide but felt weird on it. but the longer I ride the road glide I want to trade mine in on a road glide..
I’m totally down with the EGS. Don’t need the stereo/nav and I like the simple look. Thought I liked the RG more but it does feel huge. Definitely the same as you the looks off it are better than on it by far, don’t have that feeling with the batwing. I also don’t love the pullback bars on the RG so much. Great video, love the opinions from all three of you as you’re riding. Definitely helping my decision. I’m glad the FLHT was appreciated and not just picked on.
I love my Street Glide but if I had to do it again I'd def would have bought the Road Glide Special. Love then look better, low speed turn is better as well.
Don’t know if you have gotten you one yet, but I have the FLHT standard and love how I have been able to add a little here and there. I bought a 6 button HD radio for $150. Had it flashed at the dealer. Bought some one year old kicker speakers from Best Buy $40. All wiring already in the bike. Just plug and play if you buy H-D parts. Have not upgraded to the 114 yet and now H-D has that 128 kit. Bought LED lights all around with saddlebag guards. With the price and every upgrade is just plug and play don’t see how you can go wrong with the standard.
2018 Road Glide Ultra with 50,000kms on it, love it, cuts the wind better than the street glide, but its a personal choice you cant go wrong with either
The street glide special or the Electra glide are what a lot of bikers call the “me to” bike. One rider to the other, “ what bike do you ride?” Response to the question, “ A street glide”....Going back to first rider, “ me to!”.....And that’s why the road glide is better in one way. Not to mention going through twisties is a lot more stable. But, they are both great. Keep the shiny side up!
It is great to see they still offer the standard Electra Glide. I love my 2006 FLHTI as much as always. Have never ridden the others, probably better this way. I have excellent credit.
Just switched from a 2019 forty eight I had for about 8 months to a 2019 street glide special and I LOVE it! I agree with her you’ll be cruising along at 50-60 and it feels like nothing! Def happy I made the switch! It’s also a much smoother ride. It’s like going from a Volkswagen to a Cadillac!
crazy talk, the RG is the way to go for distance. It is more nimble, cuts the wind better, and you don't fight the wind with our arms. everyone here didn't like the handle bar position of the RG, but it's super easy to fix that and move them forward. on a SG, you'll have to unhook the entire fairing and lean it forward to get at the riser. also on the SG you're limited to the positions of the handlebars as you can only push them forward until they hit the fairing. Cruising, the SG is awesome. Touring, the RG is amazing. This coming from a current RG and SG owner. love them both, but each are better in different ways for different things. i love the way they both look.
Really like this format with different riders giving their opinions on each bike. Very informative and great consumer reporting!
Well said
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Totally agree 👍
Agree, this format was fantastic. More of this please.
Dainty lady fingers🤣🤣🤣
I started on a Electra, went to a Road, and am now on a Street Glide. I love the format of these reviews and I totally agree, for me it’s easily the SGS all the way around.
Road Glide = cruise control set at 75, hands off bars, passing big rigs, sipping coffee
K shinn might as well get a car
K shinn I mean I did that with my Electra glide at 90mph for an hour yesterday lol
Streetglides the same, bars dont move around, all that talk is bull crap.
@@nobodysreview6137 must be a big difference from the windshield mounted on my Road King then... I used to get beat up riding in the Oklahoma wind
I own a 2019 road glide ultra. I vote road glide. My dad owns two shark nose (2015 and 2017) and two bat wings (2012 and 2015). He won’t stop telling people to buy a road glide over a street glide. Street glide feels sporty, no doubt. But for long hauls... road glide all day.
Levi Herron it takes too long to ride a road glide. Before you can go on a trip you have to age 30 years and gain 150lbs before you can go.
@@monkeymangonewild I get that! Lol. But it's a much better investment buying an ultra and making it a road glide then buying a road glide and making it an ultra. But I get it's a grandpa bike. But I'm 29 at 210lbs and riding in complete comfort. Oh and my 28yr old at 110lbs wife love the ride quality as well. Putting heated seats on this weekend too so we'll be cozy as well.
@@levidavid09 I just put a deposit down on a road glide
Alright I'll buy a roadglide
yesss. road glide its soo comfortable
I’m transitioning from sport to touring and this video helped me settle at the Street Glide. Thanks
Just came off a BUSA. Street Glide all the way.
@@funhumanusa agreed. Street glide for sure.
Ana looked great on the Street Glide. I’m with ya Aaron... can never find neutral.
Blockhead - love the group rides. Great job identifying which bike is being referenced and love the shots where you are riding up with and getting the other rider and bike being spoke of in frame
I bought the Electra glide standard cause it was like 9k cheaper then the street glide and I can install a radio for 800 and still be ahead of the game
What are you thoughts on the bike a year later?
I am really thinking about getting one, and like you - I enjoy the price point with option to upgrade.
@@HvyMetal4Ever I have a 98 electric glide and it rides super smooth I’ve rode a 2008 they both ride the same and a 2012 or 2013 Street guide A tad bit softer I would say they’re worth the money you pay
So the Electra glide is the same as the street but stripped down?
@@larryneiberheim592 a street glide is basically a stripped down Electra glide
@@HvyMetal4Ever absolutely love it.. I have no complaints at all. No regrets here.
I’m 5’6 and I love the Road Glide. I was test riding the Street Glide and then they put me on the Road Glide and I was in love. Idk it just fit me so well which was a total surprise to me. I’m on a Switchback rn.
Common misconception: car lights don’t work by weight, they actually work with electromagnetism and measuring induction through units of measure called Henrys. There’s a metal coil loop trenched into the asphalt, when a car (large chunk of metal) sits inside the loop the induction of that loop increases. The sensor triggers the light to turn green when the induction of the coil increases.
"weight" still helps though, but not because of actual weight but because of the extra steel causing more of an increase in induction. My Road King trips lights every time, while my Speed Triple would very rarely trip them.
So..... weight trips them
Got it.
Most have induction, not all. Especially older syatems.
My mother in law is about Ana's size, and rides a SG Special. Has ridden one from Texas to Alaska and back twice.
ShabaDabaDoo She’s a badass!
Road glide with high bars that move your arms out are AWESOME. My one criticism of the Road Glide are those damn bars, what was H-D thinking? T-Rex is the best description for it!!
Really never thought id like the Roadglide, and was looking to the standard, then i got a Great deal and settled for a Roadglide......best settlement ever.
The rg in any form is far superior
@@danielolson5323 in what way? I’m beginning to plan selling my Sportster and go to some form of granny glide in my older age. So I’m curious to know what makes one model better than the other. I’ll be test riding a bunch on my own to see what I enjoy riding, but there’s nothing wrong with reading someone else’s opinion.
I ended up with the Electra Glide standard. It’s my daily driver and I’m genuinely happy with it. Fathead Cycles makes a drop-in, plug and play radio kit for it and it looks a lot better once you swap that windshield for black Klockwerks shield. Anyway, to me, it’s the best value for under 20K. That being said, I wish it had come with a 2-up seat and passenger pegs like the Road King has stock. Every once in awhile I Jones for a Road Glide, but I’m happy with my standard given the price haha
All 3 are cool bikes. I just bought a Street Glide and I have loved it so far. It's definitely a different experience coming from a sportster or softail. Great informative video as always Block.
I have a street glide special, and I'm 5.8 boots are always a must to keep that good traction.and the low speed maneuvering you definitely need to be aware of. But once you've got about 500 hundred miles in the saddle it all gets easier.
That's a plus one on the format. Great to see the bikes in action instead of only having the riders view perspective 👍
I own a street glide, owned it for five years, my dad has the road glide, he’s had it for four years. Dude I like the road glide so much more then my street glide. I always ride his road glide. Just giving you my opinion
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My thoughts exactly
Ill never argue that they aren't better to ride... but they are so inexcusably ugly!
Jasen Haynes has
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1. RG Ultra/Limited
2. RG Special
3. RG Standard
Some people just can’t handle the awesomeness...
Road Glide wins hands down when traveling long distances in 40+ mph winds.
Road glide wins over 100mph as well! Ask me how I know.
Hell naw.
Cece T how do you know
I own a Road King
Wind fatigue is real.. I don't travel long distance enough to switch. Love my Road King
@@rleedeplorable1262 Road King is a great choice.
I ride with a half-helmet on my Roadglide. I have a Sena Calvary that has Bluetooth communication. Works great with the fairing. Let me give you a heads up about the vents, they work amazing when it’s hot, if you buy Roadglide buy some aftermarket vent screens. Bugs can come through those vents & clock pretty hard.
Thanks for have a lady rider. My wife went from a sporty to a road king and we could not find any riding experiences with woman on crusers. The info is a little late for my wife since she has been riding the king for three months. But for any other woman looking for review. This is great. Thank you.
Great perspective on the three bikes. Just bought a Street Glide a week ago from a SOFTAIL and I love it. Ride safe
Big money difference between the electra standard compared to the SG and RG special too.
That road glide looks so good though. Criminal road glide!
Thanks for the reviews, I am short fella like Anna is short and I took a Ultra Glide with the lowered seat for a test ride. Loved it but now after watching this video, I have to try the Street and Road Glide bikes before I purchase. Thanks again
Id like to see u test the roadking special. Unless u really wanting one with a fairing.
So much this and a Road King Standard. He would see what just a windshield is like on the standard. Plus it would give block the ability to go with out and still look cool when he wants but can throw it on when he needs the heavy commute.
I guess the road King is not in the running? And that heritage is pretty sweet too.
Looks like no love for the RK. Sad day indeed.
Road King has the best of both worlds. Great for the "touring" aspect and not all that extra weight in the front for around town riding. And a windshield is all you need. Got the helmet with Bluetooth already so no need for the radio and infotainment system.
His buddy “Bagger Bro” has a Road King Special.... I’m sure that he can test ride that (and probably already has) any time he wants to and he wouldn’t have to set it up with a dealer...
Awesome video! Great seeing Anna and Aaron coming from sportsters to touring. From a viewers standpoint. I this the view is better from the streetglide/Electra Glide.
But I ride a Roadking. Best of both worlds. And I only put the windshield on when it’s cold out.
You have to have 2 feet down, incase you adjust that one foot or lean too far while stopped or stopping on an incline. That 849lbs will bite you.
YES IT WILL
@4The2nd I agree my 15 ultra limited is alot heavier. Getting on any of these reviewed feels like riding lite toy. Although I'd rather a bike with less wieght.
Road glide for life! It handles like a top! I have a 2019 RGS in billiard blue
George Farah Love that color, nicest color Harley makes in my opinion. I have a 18 RGS in Vivid Black my next one will be Billiard blue 👍🏻
Finally I ve been waiting for a hands on comparison
The major “complaints” with the Electra standard can all be fixed with the Electra “classic” which is what I have. all the same options and features as the street special you just rode. Really the only difference is the lights on the front. The street glide just has the single headlamp where the Electra has the fog lights. I love it bro!!!
Yea electra for life
I ride an FLHTCUSE7. It's loaded, but came with a fixed tour pak. I put a quick detach on mine and put deutz connectors on the wiring. Tour pak off, I just tuck the harness under the seat. Tour pak on, I plug them together and put them under the seat. Worked out real well. I relocated the antenna by bolting a small bracket just in front of my filler panel.
My wife is 5'4", we put bags (air shocks) on hers. She is flat footed with sneakers now. She has a 2020 Street Glide.
My .02 is that I own a new 2019 Electra glide limited and F’n love it! No need to change a thing coming from a 2008 Springer softail. Comfort at 80mph on the highway for over an hour and radio is clear. Comfort is amazing no matter what anyone says but my experience.
I have a 2019. Streetglide 207. Took it from az to ny this summer. 7100 miles round trip no problems with the bike. I would change the seat for a more comfortable ride. I use mobile synthetic 20 x 50 and change oil every 3000 miles. Great bike.
Interesting comparison format and very informative. I did something similar before choosing the 2019 EG Standard, which I got with the dual front discs (option in '19; std thereafter). Rented both and Ultra Limited and Road Glide Limited and did the usual salesman's ride on the Standard. Obviously the two Limited's were heavier. But the fairing on the RGL was miles away from me with more turbulence than the UL which positioned the bars perfectly for me. It was a windy day and side winds were NOT an issue. The final deciding factors were (1) the extra weight high up in the bars for the radio and speakers of both Limiteds along with the fact I listen through Bluetooth into my helmet from my iPhone anyhow + see weather on the iPhone and (2) the other touring accessories such as TourPak, fairing mount mirrors, Hammock seat for two, passenger floorboards, taller windshield, etc) all came out thousands (yes plural) less expensive than either Limited. So as opposed to a beginner touring bike, it was my base on which I used my 54 years of riding experience to equip for me without wasting money. Worked out great!! Thanks for the comparison report.
Not one comment on THE LIMITED! I own a ‘19 CVO Limited and commute 1.25 hours each way. I also live in Ohio so the lower fairings and heated grips and seat are the cats ass.
I love my 2020 Ultra Limited. Most comfortable bike they make. Love it.
I have a2019 Street Glide with a 107. I liked it but didn’t fall in love with it until I put 10” L A Choppers bars in.... oh my god the difference was night and day. Now I’m in love with my SG.
Before you buy.. try and ride a SG with higher bars on. 👍🤙
Agreed I have factory 47 14" Malos
What's your height mate, looking at the same bars
Zoran Stojevski I’m 5’ 11”
I went with 10” because I didn’t want the bars to be higher than the fairing.
I’m so glad I did... when I ride I can just relax down into my seat and I’m soooo comfortable.
Have to say the bars are such good quality, solid, great finish and much heavier than the stock bars. Very well made and lovely chrome finish.
What bars are you thinking of getting?
Also the bar change is not that difficult. You’ll be absolutely fine doing it. The hardest bit is internally wiring the cables. I put 12 inch KST Mayhem bars on and it improved the bike so so much
I used wire pulling lube when I changed out the handle bars on mine. Pretty simple for me, but you have to be damn careful with the fly-by-wire.
Late to this party, but this was an amazing review! I love the format like others have said. I went to a demo day today at Harley and rode all the newest 2022 models. I liked the street glide special the best. I ride a Softail standard with lots done to it, including a windshield and I’ve got to say, my Softail is actually quicker than the street glide because of the power to weight ratio. My bike is setup for touring but weighs 200lbs less.
Street Glide Special all the way!!!
This video was absolutely perfect in my opinion. I like the simultaneous rider feedback and rolling shots of each. I agree with Ana. Street glide sp. then the Electra glide then the street glide again 😂 (no road glide).
Great video, thanks 🙏🏾
Any reason no road glide though?
@@capricornblack3450 no road glide in my opinion because if its not a custom big wheel up front then it looks awkward to me… and when riding my view looking down feels awkward as well. If im doing a custom show bike ill do road glide if not its bat wing style for me.
Where's the Road King at?
Anyway nice vis as always,here I usually watch ur vid when I eat my breakfast xd
Street Glide is my faf out of these I think,idk,don't know so much about these touring ones
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I'm cheap that's why I bought the 2019 electra glide standard gets me down the just fine
I just bought a electra mainly because of the price but I really like the bike it's super comfortable and it can easily be customized as you want when you want
4The2nd that’s why people buy non-Harley bikes. If it’s too expensive, then I’ll get a nice Honda or Kawasaki. If Harley keeps everything expensive, only Boomers will buy them. Most young people don’t have money 💴
@@wasteofusername1 Im 20 and own a HD and agree completely
Harleys are expensive. But I wouldn't ride anything else. I could afford a brand new one, but why go broke when I can get a 5 year old bike for 1/2 price?
I rode the SGS and the RGS before I bought my RGS. I’m 6ft 2in tall and the riding position on the RGS fit me best. The first mod I did was the bars. Added Lo Chizled Apes and a solo seat! Fits me perfect now! End of the day, it’s all about personal preference.
10 mins into the ride and Anna is hooked
She’ll be upgrading super soon I’m sure
Not going to lie but the start of the video has some really good quality perfect picture and good music it grabbed my attention immediately
I just bought the Road King Special a month ago and love it. Already changed the bars and made it even better. If I felt I needed the infotainment the Street Glide would definitely be the choice. Fun video man as always!
What bars did you go with sir?
KST Kustoms 14” Renegades, I’m 5’11” and it’s got me just below shoulder height. 16” bars wouldn’t be over doing it if you like that little extra.
The big question is.. What dos Ms Blockhead think and which one does she like best...
I'm Poppa wow yeah that’s all that matters 🙄
@@bobbobby5151 Obvious that you are single! LOL.
Same dealership that fixed my fxd after an accident. Did a great job
Street glide special very nice bike I love my 2018. Just go ahead and get you one you won’t regret it.
I have a 14 Sgs and went with the taller shield , 12 inch bars ,and lots of Ciro3D lights front and back . Added travel trunk and love the way it handles .
Can't wait to see you build out that SGS... c'mon, you know your gonna.
If money was no option, it'd be the street glide special in performance orange for me though. Friggin awesome color.
Blockhead, I purchased the standard in April just after it came out. I added a stage 1 kit to it along with some more blacked out accessories. I put the street glide seat on it for some style and comfort. Approximately 8,500 miles and never had an issue. I did add the 4 inch blacked out windshield for better air flow. I no longer have the bike since a vehicle pulled out in front of me and hit me making us collide and totaling the bike. The open compartment is nice for gloves and a slightly used water bottle. I will be buying another bike, most likely a Road Glide. Near big trucks the fairing has some buffering with a batwing fairing. With you being who you are with all of the electronics and gloves I believe you’d enjoy the fairing storage of the Road Glide. P.S. this was all commented before y’all got on the bikes so it may get an edit. I’d love to hear back from you if you have FLHT questions!!
I like the "floating chair" comment! Must be very comfortable.
Fantastic video. Great format with different opinions. Loved it.
You guys mentioned bar swapping. A friend of mine recently got a Street Glide and asked the dealership about the cost for slightly taller bars. With as labor-intensive as that is, that bill can easily top $1,000.
What's wrong with the Road King?
You need to give it a ride too!
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Same thing as the other touring models, but without a fairing
Take the windshield off and your good to go
You sit on the road king where as you sit in the streetglide etc. Road king is top heavy due to that.
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I think not. I have ridden Street Glides, Road Glides and Limiteds. If different at all the seat height is within an inch or two between all the bikes. Same front end/same rear end/same suspension/same frame/same engine.
Only difference is handlebars and faring.
Ive owned alot of different Harley's and the one I like th best is the Street Glide. Very comfortable on long trips plus you can accually hear the radio, and it has blue tooth that you can listen to your own music! And the power, wow!
I like the format as well. I'm facing a similar choice and have got it down to the Street or Electra. The engine size doesn't matter to me as I have a litre bike too. Thanks.
I own a road glide special . Even before I bought it, I test road the Street and the Road Glide. What they hate about the Road Glide is what I love about it. The inner fairing on the SGS just feels way too close and small. I fell like I have room on the RGS and the wind protection is better.
Same here bought the RGS
It looks like it's Streetglide for the win; so when's the reveal???
Literally LoL'ed at the "pedaling" motion around the 23:10 mark......and the Atomic fist-bump
Dig the vid my man. I just purchased a 19 Electra Glide Standard 3 weeks and love it I’m 50 and 5’5-6 185-90lbs and yes men or women I just put on thicker sole boots and problems solved. Just be extra careful when maneuvering that bike at low speeds or this thing is tipping over and believe me it’s HELL getting it up. Other than the weight of these bikes they rock. “Keep the rubber side down, happy riding .”
The only thing that I didn't like about the street glide I bought was the little windshield, so I put a full sized one on mine, and now its perfect!
Well, you just helped me make my decision. Best comparison of the three that I have ever seen.
My dad owns a 2019 Street Glide Special he loves it, it's not personally my style I would rather put saddle bags on a Fatboy if I wanted cargo space. But I know Ill be inheriting his Street glide when he gets too old to ride it which unfortunately is not very far off.
Fat head cycles in Maryland has a plug and play stereo system kit for the Electra glide standard.
My wife is 5'4". She started on an Iron 883, and finally convinced herself to ride my Dyna Street Bob when I was deployed last year. I then had to buy a new bike. LOL So, we traded the Sporty on a Street Glide Special. (Mine's a 2016, so a Twin Cam 103.) I'm deployed again, and she rode my SGS. I think she prefers the Dyna, but she said my SGS is "so smooth". lol It has 12" bars on it as well. I wrote that to state that if you know how to ride, you can ride anything. You don't need to be afraid of it. Shiny side up!
Glad u did this with two other riders. Ive been fighting with myself about going from my Honda fury to a electra or street glide and which one would be better choice for me. This helps...and time to test ride!
Wow, looks like the SGS it is! Not bad, i rode both bikes also and the bars weren't an issue for me. The fairing on the SGS was though, i felt too cramped. Compare that to the lighting on the RGS that is far superior to the SGS and the frame mounted fairing makes highway speeds seamless. But im sure we'll see Blockenstein on a SGS soon enough, just like everyone else.
Hi I have tried both in high winds and would take the road glide. When riding in any amount of wind, you will definitely prefer the road glide with the fixed batwing. Your arms will appreciate it. I am currently riding an Electra glide classic but plan to upgrade to a road glide ultra. Just my 2 cents worth.
Get the road glide. Has a cleaner pocket of air vs the batwing fairing and if you’re swapping bars it’s way easier on the roadie!
Was going to PU a 19.5 EGS when it came out but decided to wait for the '20 to come out because it comes standard with ABS ('19.5 ABS was a 900 option) / also my decision to go with EGS was based on putting new Custom Dynamics LED lights all the way around, an upgraded SONY XAV/7000 stereo system, Klockwerks windscreen and still be 10k lighter than the SGS. IMO the SGS has more color options & the 114 motor, but with all the upgrades I did on my EGS and the front tire being smaller ( tire & wheel standard on all EGS beefier tire ) I feel overall it's the best riding bike as well as best value
Now THAT was a great video. I'd be a fan of the Road Glide and they'd probably liked it better if it was the CamoGlide setup
This is the video that made me choose my street glide over the road glide and I have been so happy
Happy to hear the vid helped out! 👍🏼
Great bikes but street glide i would pick out of those 3
Road glide is always winner hands down because of the frame mounted fairing especially if you ride your bike on the highway on a regular
why is the frame mounted fairing makes the rgs better than the sgs?
@@lieutenantAldo because it's mounted to the frame and not the handlebars .....
Also I wouldn’t leave out the roadking they ride so nice and if you want wind protection they make some nice fairings for it
For warm & sunny states, hands down Sport Glide creams these 3 in every department......yes, even in touring....
Block you guys rock. Always a great idea to add other riders input. Can see your results, but I’m a fan of a Rode Glide Special, because I own one. Still an informative video showing a fair review. Extra points for a lady’s perspective. 👍🏼 👏👏👏 😎
Around town and for shorter day trips, they’re all really great. Head out for a 500+ mi long day or a 1000+ mi multi-day adventure, the RG will prove why it’s preferred by so many experienced long distance riders.
28:00 with the road glide, you'd get both radio and traditional mirrors. I'd just swap the bars and call it a day.
Sport glide with windshield extension? Has best wheels in the lineup imo. Plus can strip it down to naked when you want and looks good as well.
Absolutely love my Road Glide. Never been so comfortable and relaxed on any other bike I have owned. Harley definitely has one of the best rides I have ever experienced. I came from riding Metric Bikes and will never go back.
Wow, natural reaction going from stripped down bike to a full touring model it is expected. The frame mounted fairing will not be so effected by winds at hwy speeds. You will need a little time with any one of the models to really get the hang of them and their benefits.. Good luck, nice to see yall stretching the envelopes.
INFOTAINMENT CENTER BETTER SUSPENSION BETTER SEAT first bike is a 14 Electra Glide with full infotainment center. The clutch is something to get usto. But I love the baggers thinking about the trunk detach kit. But would not go to anything else. And I love the extra trunk space
Audio is super simple to add, several companies now do complete plug and play systems for the standard. Check out fat head cycles, or if in cali, so cal auto in costa mesa. They have a motorcycle team that is awesome, and does an invisible system that kicks ass, without cutting your bags.
I have street glides for years and my wife bought a road glide and I felt the same way. love the look of the road glide but felt weird on it. but the longer I ride the road glide I want to trade mine in on a road glide..
I’m totally down with the EGS. Don’t need the stereo/nav and I like the simple look. Thought I liked the RG more but it does feel huge. Definitely the same as you the looks off it are better than on it by far, don’t have that feeling with the batwing. I also don’t love the pullback bars on the RG so much. Great video, love the opinions from all three of you as you’re riding. Definitely helping my decision. I’m glad the FLHT was appreciated and not just picked on.
I love my Street Glide but if I had to do it again I'd def would have bought the Road Glide Special. Love then look better, low speed turn is better as well.
Love this review... I'm looking at adding one of these bikes to the collection and will be a big change from my 2013 Iron 883!!!
I freaking love the road glide.
Don’t know if you have gotten you one yet, but I have the FLHT standard and love how I have been able to add a little here and there. I bought a 6 button HD radio for $150. Had it flashed at the dealer. Bought some one year old kicker speakers from Best Buy $40. All wiring already in the bike. Just plug and play if you buy H-D parts. Have not upgraded to the 114 yet and now H-D has that 128 kit. Bought LED lights all around with saddlebag guards. With the price and every upgrade is just plug and play don’t see how you can go wrong with the standard.
These Sportster people probably have never riden more than the local Starbucks. Ride across the country and you'll want a Roadglide.
2018 Road Glide Ultra with 50,000kms on it, love it, cuts the wind better than the street glide, but its a personal choice you cant go wrong with either
The street glide special or the Electra glide are what a lot of bikers call the “me to” bike. One rider to the other, “ what bike do you ride?” Response to the question, “ A street glide”....Going back to first rider, “ me to!”.....And that’s why the road glide is better in one way. Not to mention going through twisties is a lot more stable. But, they are both great. Keep the shiny side up!
It is great to see they still offer the standard Electra Glide. I love my 2006 FLHTI as much as always. Have never ridden the others, probably better this way. I have excellent credit.
Just switched from a 2019 forty eight I had for about 8 months to a 2019 street glide special and I LOVE it! I agree with her you’ll be cruising along at 50-60 and it feels like nothing! Def happy I made the switch! It’s also a much smoother ride. It’s like going from a Volkswagen to a Cadillac!
Hands down best review I've seen on these..Thank You!
crazy talk, the RG is the way to go for distance. It is more nimble, cuts the wind better, and you don't fight the wind with our arms. everyone here didn't like the handle bar position of the RG, but it's super easy to fix that and move them forward. on a SG, you'll have to unhook the entire fairing and lean it forward to get at the riser. also on the SG you're limited to the positions of the handlebars as you can only push them forward until they hit the fairing. Cruising, the SG is awesome. Touring, the RG is amazing. This coming from a current RG and SG owner. love them both, but each are better in different ways for different things. i love the way they both look.