Laidlaw’s H-D dealer is my home dealer. We (as family) purchased 4 bikes over the years and I recently ordered new 2020 Electra Glide. All employees treat customers with respect (include parts/service dept) every time. I highly recommend to all my fellow riders. Safe ride 👍🏼
Not only is this a great touring bike but also a great in-town bike. You get the best of both worlds. Gold Wing may be a great touring bike (I rode one around the country) but bulky in the city. I've heard Wing owners say the same thing. RG is a very nimble ride and can out turn the Wing hands down. Matt, you said the RG Limited is for the long distance rider, yes, but it also works great for the grocery shopper. I am a recovering Gold Wing rider...had two of 'em.
I know this old news, but as someone who went from an FLHT (Electra Glide Std) to a 2020 RGL, my ONLY complaint is that I’d really like to ditch the lowers during the warm months. BUT it’s my daily driver all year in Virginia and from October-March, I’m thankful to have the lowers 😅
Test rode a 2020 Road Glide Limited today. I really liked it. Told dealer I’d like to get one next year. Less than pleasant day but good test. We had 31mph sustained winds. This bike handled it perfectly.
I went from the '16 Rushmore Road Glide Ultra to a '18 Road Glide Special because of the lowers. I wanted more air flow across my legs and the ability to add and remove lowers based on the season is important to me. The bonus was getting the blacked out bike. I run it in stock trim during the hotter months and turn it into an "ultra" for the cooler months. I got a king tour pack, but wish I had gotten a chopped tour pack since I only ride solo.
I think when I turn 55-60yrs old I will get one of these, I’m 41 and ride a Street Bob but I want to trade it in on either a Street or Road Glide Special and slap a Stage 2 on it right away. I can’t take my current Street Bob on long trips and that’s what I really want to do and ride across the country to see our beautiful country. I will soon get my dream bike and start checking those bucket list rides and trips off. Keep up the great work fellas, the videos are awesome! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼
That’s the exact Bike I want a Road Glide Limited black on black , I wish the jugs were all black as well I don’t want any chrome anywhere on the bike.
Another thing is why did they take away the CVO style light and just left them empty around the back rear tire they should off just left it completely filled in instead of the cutouts with no rear lights ?
I bought my first harley at Glendale not knowing about the added mark up but my next bike I’ll be getting thru laidlaws. Gotta get me a roadglide special
I never buy a bike with added markup. I didn’t pay freight or setup fees on my SGS. Not sure if Laidlaw HD adds that to the MSRP. Sorry Matt, but I didn’t buy from you guys last time.
I am 30 Y/O, ride a 2018 RG Ultra. I have spent alot of money powder coating chrome. In 2019 I thought, i should have bought a RG special, added the suspension and tour pack. Now this 2020 Limited nails it. Basicall exactly what I wish they would have offered in 2018. I would trade mine in if Household 6 agreed. Good video guys.
My first Harley was a 2001 RoadGlide I bought in 2013 and in 2015 I “upgraded” to a 2015 Ultra Limited. Both are great but a Limited treatment to either machine is so chock full of creature comforts, storage and long-distance capability it’s a must for anyone who rides 500 miles at a stretch. Just rode my Limited to Sturgis from So. Cal and back and it was a breeze. That they added all the Limited equipment to a RoadGlide is seriously compelling. I’ve always wanted my RoadGlide back and having all the features of my Limited on the Roadie is a slam-dunk in my opinion. Super thorough review of the bike Matt. Top-shelf, like always. Thanks again.
Fantastic review! Very rider centric and what I don't get from other reviews. RG special is exactly what I almost bought in 2019. I was going to buy the RG Special but didn't pull the trigger because of all the things you mentioned here. I almost bought an Indian because of this but now the RG Limited blacked out is just an absolute game changer for me. Will purchase one 100% sometime this spring. Bravo HD
As usual, great video thanks. I have an '18 Road Glide Ultra and continue to be really pleased I got it. From the beginning, I was torn between a Special and the Ultra. My solution was to put a 9'' Klock Werks screen on it, Standard seat, and a quick disconnect kit for the tour pak, 4.5" Street Cannons with Defiance end caps and Speedform 4'' bag extensions. It is close to a Special for the street but I have the water cooled heads, all the touring equipment that goes back on in 15 min and it's less expensive than trying to put the long distance touring stuff on a Special. Just perfect. Plus will soon get a Klock Werks 12" Pro Touring for longer rides - best screens. Hips do throw the air out around you, flair sends it above and they are lower than other screens.
Beautiful gorgeous motorcycle. This is what it’s all about. A motorcycle so sweet you gotta turn around as you walk away to take another look. Then another...
Hi Matt, thank for taking time to make these videos. I have an 02 Ultra Classic looking to upgrade to the Road Glide Limited. I live and ride here in the Midwest. The touring bikes are great for weekend rides and commuting. Weekend rides here are 100 miles on the short end to 650 on a two night trip. Riding position is also key for comfort, especially old guys with knee issues. ;) Keep up the great work!
It's funny you stated at the start of the video about how transparent your pricing is compared to other dealers. So I did a search here in Southern Massachusetts and everything you said is dead on! When I'm ready to graduate to a touring bike, I'll buy from you and pay shipping and still save! Love your channel!
Just started noticing certain dealers wont list their prices online. My local actually gave me a printed pricelist! I was amazed. Vid quality nice too- glad to see some light/bounce in the shadows now. Had a great time earlie this month in Cali on a 107 Heritage rental, wish i had time to swing by. Pretty smitten with it. You guys are all lucky with being able to lanesplit- not used to the respect ya'll get - cars moving over and don't try to squeeze you out!! Will have to try the roadglide- Harley seems to want to get us ladies on it lol. thanks for the vids again- JJ
Great video and channel Matt. Your videos have helped immensely in my understanding of Harley's features and benefits. As a result, I'm putting together a deal today on a scorched orange 2020 Road Glide Limited w/RDRS. Can't wait... thanks again.
Great information as always Matt. This would be my retirement bike if I were ready to retire this year. Still probably one more bike in between now and then. Can’t wait for your Road King Standard review.
*** How many out there had to get a bike with a seat for the ladies and they only rode it once or twice, HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON. LOL!!! After demo riding all the 2019 & 2020 Harley & Indian models with the exception of the trikes, in my opinion, this is the best riding model that is made. If you are wanting the best ride for long distance, 1 & 2 up comfort and will perform well in the curvy roads then this is the motorcycle to get. I wasn't too crazy about it until I rode it so I encourage to go test ride and especially if you are looking at Road Glide Special. Like Matt & Andrew said in their comments, you can always get a detachable touring pack mount added, get a slim seat to switch out, get a lower windshield for around town. This will probably be my next bike. I hope to get it from Laidlaw's, fly in to LA, pick up the bike and ride it across country to back home. Sick of playing games with dealerships when it comes to buying a motorcycle.
I will also be purchasing a 2020 RG LIMITED IN late January was going to go with the special but after this your are right can't wait I'm about 150miles from Laidlaw, might just make that trip. Thanks for all your info matt.
Matt, I really like the way you put out the info on these bikes. I currently have the Red and Black RGL (2020). Really wish you guys were closer to Nashville TN where I am. I'd absolutely buy from you guys. Seems the local dealers have lost touch with making customers happy and confident in their purchases. Keep up the good work!
Great video. On my 2017 Road Glide Ultra I bought it with the quick disconnect for the Tour Pack that being said 20,000 miles later never took it off,it comes in handy. I wish they would design it that you sat lower than on top of it. Have not run the numbers but someone from the East Coast could fly out to Laidlaws buy the bike and drive home and still save money 💰
Matt, we just test rode one of these AND LOVED IT!! Gonna save up some money and put a nice down payment on one of these babies. Thanks for the review. We love the new green pine / spruce color!
Best bang for the buck! This will be my next bike. Currently on a SGS and only because the Limited wasent offered in the all black. Going in I knew this bike offered more.
I bought my first harley two years ago as breakout 114. Of course, Still ride it. I have a plan, haha I will change new bike as road glide ultra limited. Haha Thanks for your information
Great review as usual Matt. I've been shopping for a month going back and forth on three different options. After watching this review, I've decided on the RG limited in blacked out Red and Black. I've always been a chrome guy but that combo just looks to dang good. However, I'm going to change the pipes to chrome Reinhearts and heat shields. I think it will look even better with a touch of chrome.
Matt, I checked again the screen writing said only CVO get heel shifter, I just bought my fifth CVO Touring ride, I am and will be fine. Regards, james
Gorgeous bike. I’m hoping Harley ditches the CVO trike in favor of a CVORG Limited in the next cpl years. I’d definitely move from my CVO Street Glide up to this if they do a CVO. That said, I don’t understand the deletion of the heel shifter on these bigger bikes. I love my heel shifter, maybe I’m old school. Lol. I’d definitely have to re-add the heel shift. Other than that, love it. 👍🏼
Dave Fontaine I’m in agreement there. But, Matt mentioned in an earlier video that Laidlaws will install one for you for free when you purchase a bike from them.
percebu2 no doubt. That’s great that their dealer does that. I’m from the east coast, so hopefully my dealer (Sheldon’s in Massachusetts,) will be willing to do the same. It’s not a dealbreaker, just an odd cost saving move by the company.
The black on black looks really good, but I wonder how the finish of the blacked out trim will hold up over time. We know what happens to those lacquered sliders. As for wind and stability, the heavy Harley has it. I have a '19 Gold Wing Tour as well as a '15 Limited. When meeting an opposite direction, big square tractor trailer on a 2 lane, the Gold Wing will come dangerously close to getting blown off the road, where the Limited is rock solid and doesn't flinch. Harley has the edge on storage too. I would trade both of my bikes for a new '20 Road Glide Limited in a second.
My only gripe is don't the factory handlebars. Its the ONLY bike with that weird handlebar angle which makes your wrists appear to be at a 45° angle. Granted, it can be changed to individual likes but why would they make it like that?
Another great video, Matt. Though I just traded in my 17SG for a 19 RG, I must admit that this Limited is a dam nice bike. Maybe when I'm tired of my RG, I'll be "old enough " for a limited Lol!
Great Video Matt! Blacked out is nice but I will always prefer chrome! I live in Boston, but If I lived in the So Cal area, Laidlaw's would be my HD Dealer!
Hey Matt, I get 107 miles on my deluxe 2016... what do you think is the problem? It feels like a sporter tank. I have it tuned & true dual fishtails. 103 Thanks man.
Your video's are the best Matt Thank you....Question , Harley seems to fuss over some things but not care about others...Two biggies for me is they don't put a covers or lights in the rear fender filler holes on these 30k dollar bikes...and no full blue tooth....this keeps them at the middle of the pack.....
For me it's axle nut covers - to me they complete the bike but it's something they leave off (unless you get a CVO)... but I guess the MoCo likes to leave it up to us to accessorize as we want.
After 26 years and 12 harleys, I’m afraid I’ve drifted away from Harley-Davidson, since it doesn’t do it for me anymore. I recently bought a triumph tiger 800 and cannot believe how much better is its power and handling, not forgetting the much lower price tag.
Thanks for a great review. I’m still on my 2014 FLHTK. Great bike, boom box sucks😬. Matt, would you do a quick video on the clutches in the 2020 touring bikes? I understand there are some big changes. If you’ve already done this, I may have missed it. Thanks
Matt, your video leads me to ask which H-D you would recommend for someone who does day trips (300 miles), commutes to work, and short rides around home. Love riding in the twisties and back roads.
Thomas Lenzmeier if I may suggest the big bikes as seen here but also the softail heritage might suit...Matt of course will know best....I do twisties in a big bike....not fast but no scraping unless I really lean in!
Thomas Lenzmeier I think the big bikes handle surprisingly well and softails should as well...anything with fat tires is gonna be harder to lean in with but if you like the feeling of pushing the bike you will get used to it...I also have a Suzuki Intruder 1400 which is rakish and requires deliberate efforts to steer and I do like it personally but my FLTCU falls right into turns which I also appreciate. Both hold the line you pick and will happily change course if you must without drama.
Not really wanting a full dresser right now and I like the black out look, but that Tahitian Teal with chrome is a beautiful bike. How much heat does the lower fairings put off with the cooling mounted in them?
I have a question about those radiators on the leg fairing, if you get a leak in a hose the motor wont really over heat on you will it? since before they didn't with no radiator n water cooling is why I ask this. Also if you get a coolant leak while riding how much coolant does it hold? and are we at risk of being scalded with a leak?, i know thats a very small risk compared to all other riding risks, im just curious, I'm sure im not the only one to wonder these things
Matt, maybe you can shed some light on my question. Why has HD not offered a power windshield on their touring bikes? Having collectively put 250,000 miles on 3 touring motorcycles (2 Visions and an Indian Roadmaster) with power windshields in 7 years. I don't own a car so my bike is my work car 5-6 days a week (60 mile round trip commute), 12 months a year and my wife and I travel exclusively on the bike for recreation. I go out west every year (from Alabama) and just returned in August from a 12 day 7,250 miles trip out west so I can attest that in that amount of miles, I encounter all forms of weather multiple times and the power windshield is an amazing and super useful feature. I was all set to buy an Ultra Limited Low in 2017 or the Roadmaster. I was even willing to give up the power windshield feature of the Indian but .... 1. My local HD dealer was not hungry meaning they did not want to deal or offer a good trade in allowance . 2. The low does not come standard with heated grips, the ride of the low was extremely harsh compared to the Roadmaster. (I'm 5'6" and the standard height models or just slightly too tall, The roadmaster has a lower seat height and plush ride) 3. The remote locking bags and heated grips and heated seat (and power windshield) are standard equipment on the Roadmaster. THe M8 equipped Low did have great power and sound right out of the box!, it did handle well and the stereo was very good.
I'm for the blacked out trim as I have a 2018 Street Glide Special Anniversary Edition blacked out and I just wonder why Harley couldn't have put a blacked out shifter rod on it also instead of me having to buy one. Oh, thats right Harley Tax.
Love my 19 RGU, and with the full SE exhaust and Stage 2 kit the bike performs fantastic. Here is the problem that I'm having is dealing with the passenger and balance of the top heavy feeling from the bike. This is like my 5th or 6th RG and till now never bothered me (and yes same passenger and weight). Is it a thing when getting older? I'm 62 and Love my bike but am now considering a change.......Suggestions??? I actually looked at a Tri Glide. Not sure? Thanks
For me, there is only one strat chief:"CHROME MY SHIT UP FAM!!!" Also, the bike is superbe, hope i wrote it right, I sat today on the road glide special with the yellow color and man is that a beauty. Cheers from Italy mate!
Thanks for your awesome videos, Wow they are great. I bought a 2020 RGL a few weeks ago and I beyond love it. I know I am a minority but did notice that in the video “guys” are always referenced but there are some of us ladies that love our touring bikes especially as an Iton Butt certified long distance rider. Thanks for all the great information!!!
Torque at the rear wheel is ALWAYS gear dependent. First gear, lots of torque little speed. Six gear, little torque lots of speed. When you're sitting still, you need lots of torque to move the mass. Once it gets going, the inertia will keep you going so you need much less torque and can drive at much higher speeds. Power will always provide some combo of wheel speed and torque. 10 power units can provide 10 torques and 1 rpm or 5 torques and 2 rpm or 2 torques and 5 rpm or 1 torque and 10 rpm or any other combo that equal the 10 power units. You make that selection with your gear lever. Sorry about the lecture, but getting RUclips to understand this concept before I die is my life's ambition. Well, that and getting TV pundits to stop using words and phrases incorrectly. That Tahitian Teal makes me want to take a vacation. Gorgeous! My two recommendation for future RDRS. a) Do an auto blipper instead of whatever it's doing now to prevent wheel lock on downshifts. b) Provide a switch to de-link the brakes. When I want to use the rear brake, I don't want it engaging the front. I'm good with the front lever engaging the rear brakes though.
I’m true to my Chrome Matt...I can’t understand that Harley-Davidson would charge you extra for black powder coat? Chrome I can understand as it’s an expensive process.. I’m waiting for the Livewire review!
The halt was for a production problem, they will restart presently.....that said it is very much a niche item. If I needed something to barnstorm around town I could consider it....but I also think the xg750a is better suited for that purpose not to mention less than half the cost....but I will keep riding my heavy tourer since it’s paid for!
Paul Healey they say there is no recall needed....and they restarted today...didn’t say what the issue was than quality related. Perhaps some smudged paint where no one ever looks......
I prefer chrome myself. I purchased a new at the time, 2014 CVO Road King. It came blacked out, no chrome models that year. I just think chrome makes the color of the bike pop out more than if it was murdered out.......just my opinion.
Another great review Matt. One questions, you don't say anything about the riding position for tall riders like yourself. What mods/customisation would you suggest may need to be done for a rider 6'4' and above?
Laidlaw’s H-D dealer is my home dealer. We (as family) purchased 4 bikes over the years and I recently ordered new 2020 Electra Glide. All employees treat customers with respect (include parts/service dept) every time. I highly recommend to all my fellow riders. Safe ride 👍🏼
Not only is this a great touring bike but also a great in-town bike. You get the best of both worlds. Gold Wing may be a great touring bike (I rode one around the country) but bulky in the city. I've heard Wing owners say the same thing. RG is a very nimble ride and can out turn the Wing hands down. Matt, you said the RG Limited is for the long distance rider, yes, but it also works great for the grocery shopper. I am a recovering Gold Wing rider...had two of 'em.
My go to video when I rehash buying my 2020 Road Glide Limited. Thanks Matt.
I know this old news, but as someone who went from an FLHT (Electra Glide Std) to a 2020 RGL, my ONLY complaint is that I’d really like to ditch the lowers during the warm months. BUT it’s my daily driver all year in Virginia and from October-March, I’m thankful to have the lowers 😅
This is one of my two favorites for this new model year!!
Just bought one today, because of this video, loving it! Thx guys!
Test rode a 2020 Road Glide Limited today. I really liked it. Told dealer I’d like to get one next year. Less than pleasant day but good test. We had 31mph sustained winds. This bike handled it perfectly.
I went from the '16 Rushmore Road Glide Ultra to a '18 Road Glide Special because of the lowers. I wanted more air flow across my legs and the ability to add and remove lowers based on the season is important to me. The bonus was getting the blacked out bike. I run it in stock trim during the hotter months and turn it into an "ultra" for the cooler months. I got a king tour pack, but wish I had gotten a chopped tour pack since I only ride solo.
Love how they’re all blacked out now and not chrome anymore. Excellent touring bike. Another exceptional review Matt! 👊😁🇺🇸
A friend of mine is a salesman at a dealer and upgraded to a 2020 in this model in zephyr blue. He says he and his lady absolutely love it.
Don't know how the power difference feels from stock but the 2019 fltrxs/SE1 that I have has plenty of power. Stop and go is great.
I think when I turn 55-60yrs old I will get one of these, I’m 41 and ride a Street Bob but I want to trade it in on either a Street or Road Glide Special and slap a Stage 2 on it right away. I can’t take my current Street Bob on long trips and that’s what I really want to do and ride across the country to see our beautiful country. I will soon get my dream bike and start checking those bucket list rides and trips off.
Keep up the great work fellas, the videos are awesome! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼
Love it! Only thing that is missing is the stretched Special bags.... I really like the look of the stretched bags on the Special.
A Road Glide Limited Special would be cool.😎
That’s the exact Bike I want a Road Glide Limited black on black , I wish the jugs were all black as well I don’t want any chrome anywhere on the bike.
Another thing is why did they take away the CVO style light and just left them empty around the back rear tire they should off just left it completely filled in instead of the cutouts with no rear lights ?
I bought my first harley at Glendale not knowing about the added mark up but my next bike I’ll be getting thru laidlaws. Gotta get me a roadglide special
Nice, come see me
Matt Laidlaw soon as I’m ready to get one, I’m going to you don’t worry
Im from Chicago but I think I’ll by flying out and riding home for my next one
I never buy a bike with added markup. I didn’t pay freight or setup fees on my SGS. Not sure if Laidlaw HD adds that to the MSRP. Sorry Matt, but I didn’t buy from you guys last time.
I am 30 Y/O, ride a 2018 RG Ultra. I have spent alot of money powder coating chrome. In 2019 I thought, i should have bought a RG special, added the suspension and tour pack. Now this 2020 Limited nails it. Basicall exactly what I wish they would have offered in 2018. I would trade mine in if Household 6 agreed. Good video guys.
My first Harley was a 2001 RoadGlide I bought in 2013 and in 2015 I “upgraded” to a 2015 Ultra Limited. Both are great but a Limited treatment to either machine is so chock full of creature comforts, storage and long-distance capability it’s a must for anyone who rides 500 miles at a stretch. Just rode my Limited to Sturgis from So. Cal and back and it was a breeze. That they added all the Limited equipment to a RoadGlide is seriously compelling. I’ve always wanted my RoadGlide back and having all the features of my Limited on the Roadie is a slam-dunk in my opinion.
Super thorough review of the bike Matt. Top-shelf, like always. Thanks again.
Fantastic review! Very rider centric and what I don't get from other reviews. RG special is exactly what I almost bought in 2019. I was going to buy the RG Special but didn't pull the trigger because of all the things you mentioned here. I almost bought an Indian because of this but now the RG Limited blacked out is just an absolute game changer for me. Will purchase one 100% sometime this spring. Bravo HD
As usual, great video thanks. I have an '18 Road Glide Ultra and continue to be really pleased I got it. From the beginning, I was torn between a Special and the Ultra. My solution was to put a 9'' Klock Werks screen on it, Standard seat, and a quick disconnect kit for the tour pak, 4.5" Street Cannons with Defiance end caps and Speedform 4'' bag extensions. It is close to a Special for the street but I have the water cooled heads, all the touring equipment that goes back on in 15 min and it's less expensive than trying to put the long distance touring stuff on a Special. Just perfect. Plus will soon get a Klock Werks 12" Pro Touring for longer rides - best screens. Hips do throw the air out around you, flair sends it above and they are lower than other screens.
Beautiful gorgeous motorcycle. This is what it’s all about. A motorcycle so sweet you gotta turn around as you walk away to take another look. Then another...
This bike it’s a piece of art, I have a street glide 2013 103 engine ,but definitely I will upgrade to this one in the near future
Hi Matt, thank for taking time to make these videos. I have an 02 Ultra Classic looking to upgrade to the Road Glide Limited. I live and ride here in the Midwest. The touring bikes are great for weekend rides and commuting. Weekend rides here are 100 miles on the short end to 650 on a two night trip. Riding position is also key for comfort, especially old guys with knee issues. ;) Keep up the great work!
I do ride two up occasionally during the week and 90% of the time on weekends.
It's funny you stated at the start of the video about how transparent your pricing is compared to other dealers. So I did a search here in Southern Massachusetts and everything you said is dead on! When I'm ready to graduate to a touring bike, I'll buy from you and pay shipping and still save! Love your channel!
Just started noticing certain dealers wont list their prices online. My local actually gave me a printed pricelist! I was amazed. Vid quality nice too- glad to see some light/bounce in the shadows now. Had a great time earlie this month in Cali on a 107 Heritage rental, wish i had time to swing by. Pretty smitten with it. You guys are all lucky with being able to lanesplit- not used to the respect ya'll get - cars moving over and don't try to squeeze you out!! Will have to try the roadglide- Harley seems to want to get us ladies on it lol. thanks for the vids again- JJ
Great video and channel Matt. Your videos have helped immensely in my understanding of Harley's features and benefits. As a result, I'm putting together a deal today on a scorched orange 2020 Road Glide Limited w/RDRS. Can't wait... thanks again.
Thank you for the comment. Enjoy the bike
My Road Glide Ultra has the 12 volt hookup in the tour pack. I don't think that was an addition to the limited. I could be wrong.
My 2011 RGU CVO & 2019 RGU both have the 12 volt hookup in Tour Pack, your correct!!!
Great information as always Matt. This would be my retirement bike if I were ready to retire this year. Still probably one more bike in between now and then. Can’t wait for your Road King Standard review.
Appreciate your objective reviews...the pros and the cons...of the various models! Thank you!
*** How many out there had to get a bike with a seat for the ladies and they only rode it once or twice, HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON. LOL!!! After demo riding all the 2019 & 2020 Harley & Indian models with the exception of the trikes, in my opinion, this is the best riding model that is made. If you are wanting the best ride for long distance, 1 & 2 up comfort and will perform well in the curvy roads then this is the motorcycle to get. I wasn't too crazy about it until I rode it so I encourage to go test ride and especially if you are looking at Road Glide Special. Like Matt & Andrew said in their comments, you can always get a detachable touring pack mount added, get a slim seat to switch out, get a lower windshield for around town. This will probably be my next bike. I hope to get it from Laidlaw's, fly in to LA, pick up the bike and ride it across country to back home. Sick of playing games with dealerships when it comes to buying a motorcycle.
I will also be purchasing a 2020 RG LIMITED IN late January was going to go with the special but after this your are right can't wait I'm about 150miles from Laidlaw, might just make that trip. Thanks for all your info matt.
Looking at a lot of Road Glides right now and always find your videos informative and useful dude. Thank you.
Matt, I really like the way you put out the info on these bikes. I currently have the Red and Black RGL (2020). Really wish you guys were closer to Nashville TN where I am. I'd absolutely buy from you guys. Seems the local dealers have lost touch with making customers happy and confident in their purchases. Keep up the good work!
Bought the Black/Red this week. Looking forward to the highway. This seems to be the best bike for the job. Thanks for the great video(s).
Yes sir. That’s a great highway bike. Enjoy.
I just got one of these in the red/black combo today. Awesome bike.
matt, I wish you had a dealer in upstate NY.. you seem much nicer to deal with them some of the dealers we have now
I'd suggest coming a bit farther north, if you can... we're in Northern NY, just 30 miles south of the Canadian border, up by the 1000 Islands.
I'm definitely thinking about one of those, I looked at one at my hometown dealer, the technology on that is insane!
Good tip can’t get anymore honest than that wish I lived near laidlaw Harley
Great video. On my 2017 Road Glide Ultra I bought it with the quick disconnect for the Tour Pack that being said 20,000 miles later never took it off,it comes in handy. I wish they would design it that you sat lower than on top of it. Have not run the numbers but someone from the East Coast could fly out to Laidlaws buy the bike and drive home and still save money 💰
Those new 18 inch wheels definitely make the bike handle better.
Great review Matt, always thorough and detailed, great job as always 👍👍👍
I like the chrome vs the blacked out look
Matt, we just test rode one of these AND LOVED IT!! Gonna save up some money and put a nice down payment on one of these babies. Thanks for the review. We love the new green pine / spruce color!
Great review! I really like the black on black look!
Best bang for the buck! This will be my next bike. Currently on a SGS and only because the Limited wasent offered in the all black. Going in I knew this bike offered more.
nice ride if you’re a shark nose fan , I think the chrome model with a 114 would be my choice , good review Matt
I love you channel dedicated to Harley Davidson bikes.
Thanks.
Really enjoyed your review, love the Limited! .. HNY & stay healthy & safe!
I got a 2012 road glide ultra and I love it. But That grey and black one behind you looks beautiful. Might need to upgrade next year
I bought my first harley two years ago as breakout 114.
Of course, Still ride it.
I have a plan, haha
I will change new bike as road glide ultra limited. Haha
Thanks for your information
Small mishap and wrecked out my 2015 Limited on the way to Sturgis but found a 2017 RoadGlide Ultra so I’m back on a RoadGlide. Great review Matt!
Thank you Ryan. Sorry to hear about the wreck.
Great video Matt! I’ll be buying a new HD soon and your videos definitely help. I’m a chrome guy, but I’m starting to like the blacked out thing.
Nice man. Good luck with your future purchase. 👍🏻
I too purchased a Road Glide Special and ended up building an Ultra. Lesson learned.
Haha. It happens a lot👍🏻
Great review as usual Matt. I've been shopping for a month going back and forth on three different options. After watching this review, I've decided on the RG limited in blacked out Red and Black. I've always been a chrome guy but that combo just looks to dang good. However, I'm going to change the pipes to chrome Reinhearts and heat shields. I think it will look even better with a touch of chrome.
make that tour pack and the leg fairings quick detach from the factory and you have me sold
Slow Bro leg fairings have radiator in them so no way that will happen
That blue is beautiful!
Matt, I checked again the screen writing said only CVO get heel shifter, I just bought my fifth CVO Touring ride, I am and will be fine. Regards, james
The high wind issue is huge! Harley's are the best in strong gusts.
Gorgeous bike. I’m hoping Harley ditches the CVO trike in favor of a CVORG Limited in the next cpl years. I’d definitely move from my CVO Street Glide up to this if they do a CVO.
That said, I don’t understand the deletion of the heel shifter on these bigger bikes. I love my heel shifter, maybe I’m old school. Lol. I’d definitely have to re-add the heel shift. Other than that, love it. 👍🏼
Dave Fontaine I’m in agreement there. But, Matt mentioned in an earlier video that Laidlaws will install one for you for free when you purchase a bike from them.
percebu2 no doubt. That’s great that their dealer does that. I’m from the east coast, so hopefully my dealer (Sheldon’s in Massachusetts,) will be willing to do the same. It’s not a dealbreaker, just an odd cost saving move by the company.
The black on black looks really good, but I wonder how the finish of the blacked out trim will hold up over time. We know what happens to those lacquered sliders.
As for wind and stability, the heavy Harley has it. I have a '19 Gold Wing Tour as well as a '15 Limited. When meeting an opposite direction, big square tractor trailer on a 2 lane, the Gold Wing will come dangerously close to getting blown off the road, where the Limited is rock solid and doesn't flinch. Harley has the edge on storage too. I would trade both of my bikes for a new '20 Road Glide Limited in a second.
My 2018 RGU had the 12 volt outlet in the tour pack.
I’ve always felt that the shark nose bikes gave a bit more leg room....not to mention dual headlights are a must!
My only gripe is don't the factory handlebars. Its the ONLY bike with that weird handlebar angle which makes your wrists appear to be at a 45° angle. Granted, it can be changed to individual likes but why would they make it like that?
Whoa! Had to look twice, thought this was an Indian Challenger review! Ha! Love ya Matt!!
Richard Olson lmao 😂 😂😂😂
Now you know Matt gonna jump on top of you for that one!Indian.
An Indian? On Laidlaw's channel? In my dreams 😂
That new RGL is impressive. Test road one a few weeks ago . 👍👍
did it have the lawn mower attachment?
@@flyingdog1498 no that's the gold wing they have microwaves toasters blenders , 10 power outlets oh and blow dryer for the wife.
I pay attention when the Laidlaw guy talk...
Another great video, Matt. Though I just traded in my 17SG for a 19 RG, I must admit that this Limited is a dam nice bike. Maybe when I'm tired of my RG, I'll be "old enough " for a limited Lol!
I’m ready for a 2021 Road Glide Limited
Great looking bike. Any idea if HD will be showing bikes at Long Beach - IMS later this month?
Great Video Matt! Blacked out is nice but I will always prefer chrome! I live in Boston, but If I lived in the So Cal area, Laidlaw's would be my HD Dealer!
Hey Matt,
I get 107 miles on my deluxe 2016... what do you think is the problem? It feels like a sporter tank. I have it tuned & true dual fishtails. 103 Thanks man.
I’d like to see a video on gvwr and loading of these big bikes
Now i want a motorcycle
U should they are fun
Buy a honda rebel 500 as your first bike. Harleys are risky first bikes.
Awesome bike bro😀😀😀😀😀👍👍👍👍
Your video's are the best Matt Thank you....Question , Harley seems to fuss over some things but not care about others...Two biggies for me is they don't put a covers or lights in the rear fender filler holes on these 30k dollar bikes...and no full blue tooth....this keeps them at the middle of the pack.....
For me it's axle nut covers - to me they complete the bike but it's something they leave off (unless you get a CVO)... but I guess the MoCo likes to leave it up to us to accessorize as we want.
A SHAME THAT IT 'S NOT AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA... VERY NICE BIKE.
After 26 years and 12 harleys, I’m afraid I’ve drifted away from Harley-Davidson, since it doesn’t do it for me anymore. I recently bought a triumph tiger 800 and cannot believe how much better is its power and handling, not forgetting the much lower price tag.
Really enjoy your videos. I was wanting to know how to make a road glide standard to ride like a rg limited. What would I need to do. Thanks.
That blue is awesome 👍
Thanks for a great review. I’m still on my 2014 FLHTK. Great bike, boom box sucks😬. Matt, would you do a quick video on the clutches in the 2020 touring bikes? I understand there are some big changes. If you’ve already done this, I may have missed it. Thanks
Thanks to Andrew for your thoughts too 👍👍👍
I love the look of chrome, however I prefer riding more than cleaning. Would definitely get the black finish. Tired of polishing the chrome on my SG.
Can you take the tour pack off these and ride around without it? Is it aesthetically pleasing
Yes and yes.
You can in fact remove it but it does require that you have the quick release kit installed. At which point the whole thing becomes detachable.
Matt, your video leads me to ask which H-D you would recommend for someone who does day trips (300 miles), commutes to work, and short rides around home. Love riding in the twisties and back roads.
Thomas Lenzmeier if I may suggest the big bikes as seen here but also the softail heritage might suit...Matt of course will know best....I do twisties in a big bike....not fast but no scraping unless I really lean in!
John Garrison , thanks! I was looking at the Heritage. Didn’t know about either the Fat Bob or the Street Bob or the new Low Rider
Thomas Lenzmeier I think the big bikes handle surprisingly well and softails should as well...anything with fat tires is gonna be harder to lean in with but if you like the feeling of pushing the bike you will get used to it...I also have a Suzuki Intruder 1400 which is rakish and requires deliberate efforts to steer and I do like it personally but my FLTCU falls right into turns which I also appreciate. Both hold the line you pick and will happily change course if you must without drama.
That black on black is beautiful. Great review of the bike Matt.
Not really wanting a full dresser right now and I like the black out look, but that Tahitian Teal with chrome is a beautiful bike. How much heat does the lower fairings put off with the cooling mounted in them?
I have a question about those radiators on the leg fairing, if you get a leak in a hose the motor wont really over heat on you will it? since before they didn't with no radiator n water cooling is why I ask this. Also if you get a coolant leak while riding how much coolant does it hold? and are we at risk of being scalded with a leak?, i know thats a very small risk compared to all other riding risks, im just curious, I'm sure im not the only one to wonder these things
Just purchased a new 2020 Road Glide Limited and love it. I noticed the fairing is crooked (kick to the right). Do you know if it can be straightened?
Matt, maybe you can shed some light on my question. Why has HD not offered a power windshield on their touring bikes? Having collectively put 250,000 miles on 3 touring motorcycles (2 Visions and an Indian Roadmaster) with power windshields in 7 years. I don't own a car so my bike is my work car 5-6 days a week (60 mile round trip commute), 12 months a year and my wife and I travel exclusively on the bike for recreation. I go out west every year (from Alabama) and just returned in August from a 12 day 7,250 miles trip out west so I can attest that in that amount of miles, I encounter all forms of weather multiple times and the power windshield is an amazing and super useful feature.
I was all set to buy an Ultra Limited Low in 2017 or the Roadmaster. I was even willing to give up the power windshield feature of the Indian but ....
1. My local HD dealer was not hungry meaning they did not want to deal or offer a good trade in allowance .
2. The low does not come standard with heated grips, the ride of the low was extremely harsh compared to the Roadmaster. (I'm 5'6" and the standard height models or just slightly too tall, The roadmaster has a lower seat height and plush ride)
3. The remote locking bags and heated grips and heated seat (and power windshield) are standard equipment on the Roadmaster.
THe M8 equipped Low did have great power and sound right out of the box!, it did handle well and the stereo was very good.
I'm for the blacked out trim as I have a 2018 Street Glide Special Anniversary Edition blacked out and I just wonder why Harley couldn't have put a blacked out shifter rod on it also instead of me having to buy one. Oh, thats right Harley Tax.
Love my 19 RGU, and with the full SE exhaust and Stage 2 kit the bike performs fantastic. Here is the problem that I'm having is dealing with the passenger and balance of the top heavy feeling from the bike. This is like my 5th or 6th RG and till now never bothered me (and yes same passenger and weight). Is it a thing when getting older? I'm 62 and Love my bike but am now considering a change.......Suggestions??? I actually looked at a Tri Glide. Not sure? Thanks
Can you add the stretched bags from the Special to the RG Limited? Also can you get a tinted tall windscreen Or just order aftermarket?
For me, there is only one strat chief:"CHROME MY SHIT UP FAM!!!" Also, the bike is superbe, hope i wrote it right, I sat today on the road glide special with the yellow color and man is that a beauty. Cheers from Italy mate!
Great review as always Matt! I prefer the black paint with the chromed finish. Can you add a CB to this bike?
Hey Matt
Great Harley videos
How about a beach test ride
It's getting cold in the midwest
Haha. Okay. I’ll see what I can do.
Thanks for your awesome videos, Wow they are great. I bought a 2020 RGL a few weeks ago and I beyond love it. I know I am a minority but did notice that in the video “guys” are always referenced but there are some of us ladies that love our touring bikes especially as an Iton Butt certified long distance rider. Thanks for all the great information!!!
You need to ride your bike to the west coast, then you'll figure it out. In Cali, "Guys" means everyone.
Torque at the rear wheel is ALWAYS gear dependent. First gear, lots of torque little speed. Six gear, little torque lots of speed. When you're sitting still, you need lots of torque to move the mass. Once it gets going, the inertia will keep you going so you need much less torque and can drive at much higher speeds. Power will always provide some combo of wheel speed and torque. 10 power units can provide 10 torques and 1 rpm or 5 torques and 2 rpm or 2 torques and 5 rpm or 1 torque and 10 rpm or any other combo that equal the 10 power units. You make that selection with your gear lever. Sorry about the lecture, but getting RUclips to understand this concept before I die is my life's ambition. Well, that and getting TV pundits to stop using words and phrases incorrectly.
That Tahitian Teal makes me want to take a vacation. Gorgeous!
My two recommendation for future RDRS.
a) Do an auto blipper instead of whatever it's doing now to prevent wheel lock on downshifts.
b) Provide a switch to de-link the brakes. When I want to use the rear brake, I don't want it engaging the front. I'm good with the front lever engaging the rear brakes though.
I’m true to my Chrome Matt...I can’t understand that Harley-Davidson would charge you extra for black powder coat? Chrome I can understand as it’s an expensive process..
I’m waiting for the Livewire review!
only HD could charge you more for something that's less expensive to make :)
Dont hold your breath for that livewire review, they've already halted production.
The halt was for a production problem, they will restart presently.....that said it is very much a niche item. If I needed something to barnstorm around town I could consider it....but I also think the xg750a is better suited for that purpose not to mention less than half the cost....but I will keep riding my heavy tourer since it’s paid for!
John Garrison i would have to wonder if they recall the ones that have sold? Have they stated what specific problem their is?
Paul Healey they say there is no recall needed....and they restarted today...didn’t say what the issue was than quality related. Perhaps some smudged paint where no one ever looks......
I prefer chrome myself. I purchased a new at the time, 2014 CVO Road King. It came blacked out, no chrome models that year. I just think chrome makes the color of the bike pop out more than if it was murdered out.......just my opinion.
Love the new Limited. Have a built up '18 RGU so not trading yet but good to know HD is still improving the RG! #sharknation
Another great review Matt. One questions, you don't say anything about the riding position for tall riders like yourself. What mods/customisation would you suggest may need to be done for a rider 6'4' and above?
Not available in Australia for some strange reason, the FLTRK is probably the best model for me ?
Weird. I wasn’t aware of that.