Excellent review Matt. Enjoyed it immensely. Love to have a Road Glide. Very expensive down here in Australia. Currently riding a 2018 883 Iron would love to trade it in a Road Glide here. I can still dream. All the best for the New Year.
Good topic Matt. I have owned the street glide and the road glide and on my second Road Glide Ultra. I love it with the 114 but the infotainment system is the best no more glare when you ride. Thanks and Ride Safe!
You’ve really upped your game recently with the video and production quality, makes a massive difference when it comes to seeing the bikes at their best
I talk-up your videos with my buddies. So, they hooked me up to a heart rate monitor, and, sure enough, watching this video, my heart started racing. Plus, they said I got this stupid grin on my face like I was ...well, it was 15 minutes of very crude comments... "A good time was had by all."
Having Nick and/or Andrew along on these rides has been very useful for both introducing different bike preferences as well as demonstrating rideability for people of different heights. I'm 5'08" & ride an '09 Low Rider (which I'll probably keep for life) but have the idea of an HD touring model on my mental back burner for the day I'm no longer living paycheck to paycheck! Nothing wrong with saving money & staying out of debt! Great vid, as always brother.
Enjoy your videos! One thing I think that hurts Harley sales is they do not change much until recently so people are happy to keep their older bikes longer or buy one a few a years older vs new. Car manufacturers or other bike manufacturers always offer more options or more horsepower every year besides new paint jobs. Harley is a premium manufacturer that tell you to buy performance parts before your out the door with a new bike. They should come out of the factory with stage 4 ready to go. It seems they are trying to pass EPA emissions which is harder on air cooled bikes buy offering different stages after the purchase. I almost bought a FXDR but opted for a 2018 Super Duke 1290r. The FXDR 114 was a little heavy and around 90 horsepower for $21,000. The Super Duke was $18,000 with 177 horsepower and 106 ft pounds torque, Traction control, cornering ABS, Stability Control, TFT dash, single sided swing arm, and LED everything. Just like GM had to go through bankruptcy to catch up with global sales vs just rental car sales, Harley’s bikes have to be as good or better than global competition in all categories of bikes. Starting with kids getting involved with dirt bikes.
Hey Matt, I just test rode the 2019 RGS and all I can say is WOW!! The motor, the fly by wire response of the throttle, ergonomics...the list goes on and on. I also test rode a SGS to compare the two because I was leaning towards the SGS....but no more, the RGS fits me much better relative to leg and arm positions. I personally felt too compact on the SG. I would have a tendency to use the GPS more than the dial gauges, so with it being higher up towards the forward view on the RGS, that was a huge plus as well. I can't tell you how many times I've watched both of your reviews for these bikes and I appreciate all of the information and opinions you have on them. I swear you could sell used condoms to the military...no prob...LOL,
Excellent review Matt. As someone who has been torn between a new Street Glide or a Road Glide I am leaning towards a Road Glide as I already have a 2015 Street Glide Special. I just need to do a test ride on one. Thanks again Matt and your crew.
Wow. Massive review. Well done. Love having the ride, differing opinions from people of differing backgrounds and heights. Very, very well edited and produced. Love the voice over with the info and opinions. Keep up the terrific format Matt.
I love my 2019 street glide special !! I’m with you, I like the batwing faring, however it’s just a personal preference, the road glide is a baddass looking bike, a couple features “like the glove compartment” that’s really cool ... but I don’t like the reach to the touchscreen, and the fixed faring just seems a little strange... mentally it seems like it wouldn’t corner as well. I really like the look of both bikes kickstand down . What I really like about both bikes is that Harley Davidson did a really great job of making these new bikes look like they’ve already been customized. I didn’t feel the need to change anything about the bike right off the floor. Changing the bars may be one of the only things I might do in the near future, but the placement is perfect on the batwing to keep your hands warm, and I’m a guitarist so I like warm fingers if you know what I mean...
Just traded my 2013 streetglide on a 2020 roadglide special 114 and I absolutely love it!! Just like u said,Harley did an amazing job on the specials and the need for customizing is no immediate,just some bars and upgrades to the sound system and I'm good,already upgraded to a stage 1 with Rineharts motopro 4.5's
Wow. Excellent video. Thanks Matt. And thanks for waiting for Me on Saturday. Glad I bought the 19 road glide special. Can't wait to get it on the road.
I absolutely love the Road Glide and how it looks, I’ve haven’t ridden one yet but I’ve ridden a Street Glide and loved that bike. My local Harley-Davidson dealership will be having a demo truck come in a few weeks and it lands on my birthday so I think I’ll treat myself to some free rides on some sweet ass bikes! I already told my buddy who works there that I’ll be there to ride them and who knows, maybe I’ll end up riding home with one and swapping my current bike out for it. Anyways, great video! Matt, you’re killing it with the videos my dude, keep up the great work! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼
Great review as always Matt! My friends and I go through each of your videos several times. We even go through certain bits over and again, as we get thrilled when we hear you telling certain facts about the bikes, esp on the technology side! You are sharing great knowledge with us. We have been waiting for a long time now to see your full review on the Ultra Limited. The last one you did was on a 2017 model, after it was just a comparison video between a 2018 Ultra limited and Ultra limited low. We would like to see your detailed review on the 2019 FLHTK and as well explain the differences over the 2018 year model. I own a 2018 FLHTK and have ridden the 2019 model now. I see there is a noticeble change in the way you feel the weight at the fork. It feels quite light now compared to 2018 model. Wondering if the redesigning of the boombox is one contributing factor to this. Also the seat seems to be slightly hard. Appreciate if you could let us know your opinion on these? Much Luv from Dubai !
Customer feedback played a major role in the design of the M8 engine. Reduction of vibration levels was one of the bigger issues.It makes you wonder how anyone can complain about high vibration levels on any Harley Davidson motorcycle since the introduction of the Evo engine. That v-i-b-r-a-t-I-o-n is good! Owning a 2008 FXSTC I had the chance to ride a Dyna (Twin Cam A) for 2 days and that vibrating feel was unique and no other engine within the HD model range or from any competitor offers anything even close to what a Twin Cam A feels like. Unfortunately I don’t like the Dyna frame design ( 2 shock struts in the rear) so I did never get one. However now that there is only the M8 engine available for the big HD models a vital component has been erased for good. I hope that one day they will be removing those counterbalancers from the M8 and reinstall the good old rubber mounting again in a decent frame.
Hey Matt. It is not a myth as to the wind and vehicle turbulence causing your front end to buffet at high speed on a bat wing fairing. I rode a 2015 Ultra for several years, and traded it for a Road Glide CVO for that very reason. Riding to & from Sturgis on I-90 this summer was why. When passing trucks or riding in cross-wind across Wyoming, the front end of my Ultra would buffet at higher speeds. It is a little unnerving to say the least. With the Road Glide I have not had that buffeting at speeds of 75-90 mph. So, it is not so noticeable at lower speeds, but at freeway cruising speeds on I-90 across Montana & Wyoming, it is very noticeable. I think you are providing some info about the differences in the fairings that is just not true. The batwing attached to the forks causes the front end to buffet at higher speed, especially on long sweeping curves. The Shark fairing, attached to the frame provides a lot more high speed stability.
Well I can appreciate your personal experience with the two fairings. I do think the shark nose is only slightly Better in the wind. I’ve had my batwing fairing in very high winds and didn’t think the fairing is less functional than the Roadglide. That’s just been my experience. I feel that people put too much emphasis on the wind splitting properties of the road glide over the streetglide.
Great info and comparison!!!! My love for the M8 makes me wonder why all the fuss with progress,the same riders drive automobiles in the 21st century, why do they complain about THE MOTORCOMPANY'S evolution.My choice to buy a 2018 FLHRXS was clearly due to the evolution of the brand and I am completely satisfied and can't wait for this riding season coming up.Happy new year and might see you this summer with my ride from Montreal.Canada.
Excellent review; very good multi-opinion format. Great work Matt; very professional presentation. When I finally upgrade my old Road King, it will be with a Street or Road Glide special with the 114 to haul my 300lbs down the highway in style and comfort. Heck, I'll probably make the trip down to your shop to do it. What a cool road trip that would be.
I agree those rear shocks could definitely use some softening up. That's my only complaint with the specials. I went for the Roadglide Ultra for the more plush riding experience and did the detachable tour pack. Would of preferred the blacked out look of the special but when your riding a few hundred miles in a day I need that comfort over style.
Just traded my 107ci Anniversary Edition for a new 114ci Special and I can honestly say the power difference is not significant. There's just a tad bit more torque. The dyno graphs really show what you get. I didn't trade up for the power difference, I did it for the stretched bags, new infotainment system and blacked out look. It amazes me how you guys can split lanes and go ahead of cars inline at stoplights and stop signs. Cali is cool with that law. If you did that in Florida, Cagers would try and run you off the road.
Best Comparison between the RG vs the SG ever! Only thing is I wish it had been filmed in the day so maybe someone might have commented on the visibility of the screen in the bright sun on the Road Glide compared to the Street Glide. I have heard the new screen this year is better in that regard on the 2019 Road Glide. I know some complained the screen washed out on the RG if the sun was at the wrong angle in prior years.
Yea that’s true. Yes the new screen has less glare. You can turn on high visibility if you want. Hold down the “back” button on the right turn signal for 5 seconds.
Great vid as always with great content. I just wish Nick sounded like he was intentionally trying to rub the microphone w/ sandpaper j/k. Look forward to the next vid!
I love the Road Glides I have a 17 with the stage 2 torque cam and love it immensely however with all the upgrades that Harley keeps coming out with makes it very tough not to trade up!... Including the blacked out look which is very costly to do the bigger rear wheel dropped bags , 114 ci and the awesome new infotainment system!.. decisions, decisions lol. Thanks Matt $$$ lol.
Greetings from the U, a good review as always Matt. Wishing your team a Happy New Year for 2019. Just took delivery on my midnight blue Sports Glide which your review helped me with my decision.
Thanks for your review, recently had the opportunity to test ride some of HD's while in Florida. Enjoyed it, yet found these motorcycles to be quite heavy and lacking in terms of outright performance and overall maneuverability - this considering their asking prices.
Great fan of your channel Matt. Your reviews and insight are intriguing to me. My question for you is where do you see the future of Harley Davidson? It certainly isn't in the heavy cruiser market. I read somewhere that Honda's top selling bike was the Grom which surprised me. Now they are bringing back the Super Cub and also have the Monkey bike based off the Grom. Seems like they are betting that the public wants a small 125cc motorcycle . Is Harley missing something here? Your thoughts please.
Harley is one of the most recognizable brands with one of the most devote followings in the world. I don’t think they are going anywhere. That being said we are definitely seeing a shift in consumer preferences with this new generation of riders. They are more about smaller bikes that cost less. I think they still value the image and nostalgia of Harley-Davidson but just enjoy bikes in a different way. They are less About touring and exploring the open road. I have joked before and said they best entry level bike is a Grom or Scrambler and HD should make one. H-D really needs a bike to fit this niche.
I've always been a Batwing guy (My first and current Harleys were/are Batwing baggers) but the newer Shark Nose fairings are sexy as all Hell. If I were to ever trade the Ultra Classic it might just be for a Road Glide Special. I kinda think this Ultra is my last Harley though, it does everything perfectly, that I need a large touring bike to do.
Did your videos are always so informative and really awesome you go into depth with the bikes that you review and I really appreciate all the work that you’re doing with them. It really gives me a sense of actually being there and checking out the bike for myself. But smile dude you’re on the damn Harley Davidson smile a bit throw in a joke. The only complaint I have is that you don’t smile and you always sound like you don’t want to be reviewing a bike. Good work on the videos keep up the good work. But smile dammit😂😂
Good video. Next time you guys edit, that small box with the guys talking should go on the top left rather than top right. You blocked the other bikes many times and the scenery, taking off the impression you are riding with the guys. There is a lot of dead space top left because of the helmet and the scenery is leaving instead of coming. Great bikes. I rode a RoadGlide at a Harley riding event. That will be my next bike...
Thank you for the videos this year all the best for a prosperous new year,might be changing ( swapping) so to speak my RGS 2016 for a custom Mil 8 Road King. Just gotta arrange the price.I hope as others do,that you keep up the video work as it´s one of only a few that are informative for HD.
Another great, detailed review Matt. I ride a 16 SGS and my next bike will be another SGS. I really can't get past that massive (ugly) fairing on the Road Glide. Heading over to LA early in 2019 so will come say "Hi". Keep up the great work Matt. Best reviews on you tube. Kevin - Sydney Australia
Excellent review Matt, really helpful... Thank you and your team! Question: please tell me what “Arai” helmet and color is Nick using on the video. Very cool!! 🤘🏼 😎
The new infotainment system sold me on a 19. I had a 2015 FLTRXS until someone made a left turn infront of me, it drove me nuts loading up and failing to connect to bluetooth at times. The 114 is just a plus.
Thanks Matt, another great vid and good to have Andrew and Nick’s points of view. I get my 2019 RGS in vivid black in March and am busy looking at mods at the moment. I’ve chosen to go with the Kahuna black grips with Chizeled Lo bars, a low sissy bar and the fang fairing with the low engine bars. The only question I’ve left to answer is the seat. I am looking at Lucky Davies’s DS, BMC Widow-maker or the Harley CVO seat with diamond stitch. I known you have the BMC on yours and have it tailored to suit which in your experience is the most comfortable?
Thanks Matt for the nice video, entertaining and informative as always. Are you planning a comparison of the Deluxe 2018/2019? Ride safe and all the best from Germany !
I wonder how the passenger comfort would be between the Ultra and the Road glide with comparable aftermarket windshields. Regarding wind and buffeting.
What’s up, Matt? Welp, I ended up purchasing a 2019 Electra Glide Standard on yesterday. I picked it out of my choices of a 2019 Road King and a 2019 Softail Heritage 114. I also traded in my 2015 Iron 883 (wanted to badly upgrade). I really was originally going to pick between the Road King and the Softail Heritage. Do you feel in your own words that I made the right choice based on how I previously mentioned I ride, Matt? 🤷♂️
I dont know where you find the time to do all these videos, but keep them coming. Great info. Can you tell me why the Vance & Hines Blk Monster V slip ons are not compatible on my 2019 roadglide? Is there a different pipe diameter. (I wanted to jump on a sale, and get some sound before investing in a full 2into 1 S&S sidewinder....
I dont know where you find the time to do all these videos, but keep them coming. Great info. Can you tell me why the Vance & Hines Blk Monster V slip ons are not compatible on my 2019 roadglide? Is there a different pipe diameter. (I wanted to jump on a sale, and get some sound before investing in a full 2into 1 S&S sidewinder....) any thoughts?
Why no 2018 anniversary Road Glide? Seems like the Motor Company forget about the fact that they made one for each of the other previous anniversaries?
I noticed the forward placement of the ferring right off but I have long arms for a guy of 5'8". Good touch sensitive gloves will solve the fingerprint issue but I typically used the controls on the handle bars.
Of the four bikes I have owned the best in handling was my current 19 FLTRXS, the 05 FLHRCI, the 07 sportster low injected and last in line the 05 XXLC which had a larger turn radius
@@keyster4391 I havent looked into it, maybe if its snell rated Ill check it out. That being said the noise canceling helmet they launched earlier I wasn't very impressed with. Only two shell sizes means heavier and bigger helmet than required, no snell rating as well, for 550 bucks. I'd rather stick with Arai or another premium manufacturer and know I am getting the safety I want. Ride safe to you too.
I see that nowadays more and more engines get the gloss-black finish on the different engine covers. How well does this finish compare with chrome and wrinkle black in terms of durability (i.e. will it get all beat up and have swirl marks over time if I ride long distances even through rain and may not be able to wash it during 10 - 15 day long trips)? Am I better of with wrinkle black?
Nice! In Stockholm, Sweden its snowy and cold. So thanks for the video. Sitting on my RG special in the garage and yarns for springtime. 👍🏻👍🏻
Excellent review Matt. Enjoyed it immensely. Love to have a Road Glide. Very expensive down here in Australia. Currently riding a 2018 883 Iron would love to trade it in a Road Glide here. I can still dream. All the best for the New Year.
Absolutely great review Matt, a big thanks to you and the crew.
This was probably one of the most informative videos I've ever watched. Thanks so much for putting so much thought into it.
Glad it was helpful!
Sweet Matt, you’re killing me man. Love these Road Glide Specials...which for me just exude cool. Good job again, thanks for posting.
Good topic Matt. I have owned the street glide and the road glide and on my second Road Glide Ultra. I love it with the 114 but the infotainment system is the best no more glare when you ride. Thanks and Ride Safe!
You’ve really upped your game recently with the video and production quality, makes a massive difference when it comes to seeing the bikes at their best
Excellent Review. Good salesmanship from all of ya'll pointing everything out. I gotta buy my next HD from your dealership.
Thank you! We would love the opportunity to earn your business. 👍🏻
I talk-up your videos with my buddies. So, they hooked me up to a heart rate monitor, and, sure enough, watching this video, my heart started racing. Plus, they said I got this stupid grin on my face like I was ...well, it was 15 minutes of very crude comments...
"A good time was had by all."
I rode both bikes fantastic motorcycles matter of personal preference thank you for the video. Matt thanks for the info Nick
Having Nick and/or Andrew along on these rides has been very useful for both introducing different bike preferences as well as demonstrating rideability for people of different heights. I'm 5'08" & ride an '09 Low Rider (which I'll probably keep for life) but have the idea of an HD touring model on my mental back burner for the day I'm no longer living paycheck to paycheck! Nothing wrong with saving money & staying out of debt! Great vid, as always brother.
Enjoy your videos! One thing I think that hurts Harley sales is they do not change much until recently so people are happy to keep their older bikes longer or buy one a few a years older vs new. Car manufacturers or other bike manufacturers always offer more options or more horsepower every year besides new paint jobs. Harley is a premium manufacturer that tell you to buy performance parts before your out the door with a new bike. They should come out of the factory with stage 4 ready to go. It seems they are trying to pass EPA emissions which is harder on air cooled bikes buy offering different stages after the purchase. I almost bought a FXDR but opted for a 2018 Super Duke 1290r. The FXDR 114 was a little heavy and around 90 horsepower for $21,000. The Super Duke was $18,000 with 177 horsepower and 106 ft pounds torque, Traction control, cornering ABS, Stability Control, TFT dash, single sided swing arm, and LED everything. Just like GM had to go through bankruptcy to catch up with global sales vs just rental car sales, Harley’s bikes have to be as good or better than global competition in all categories of bikes. Starting with kids getting involved with dirt bikes.
Excellent commentary Matt, I love the new aesthetics on the 2019 street glide...keep up the great 👍 work.....
Thank you!
Hey Matt, I just test rode the 2019 RGS and all I can say is WOW!! The motor, the fly by wire response of the throttle, ergonomics...the list goes on and on. I also test rode a SGS to compare the two because I was leaning towards the SGS....but no more, the RGS fits me much better relative to leg and arm positions. I personally felt too compact on the SG. I would have a tendency to use the GPS more than the dial gauges, so with it being higher up towards the forward view on the RGS, that was a huge plus as well. I can't tell you how many times I've watched both of your reviews for these bikes and I appreciate all of the information and opinions you have on them. I swear you could sell used condoms to the military...no prob...LOL,
Excellent review Matt. As someone who has been torn between a new Street Glide or a Road Glide I am leaning towards a Road Glide as I already have a 2015 Street Glide Special. I just need to do a test ride on one. Thanks again Matt and your crew.
You can’t go wrong with a Roadglide. Thanks for watching as always. 👍🏻
Wow. Massive review. Well done. Love having the ride, differing opinions from people of differing backgrounds and heights. Very, very well edited and produced. Love the voice over with the info and opinions. Keep up the terrific format Matt.
Very informative review, man. I really appreciate the smooth video and layman approach.
Dave Lund is good shit. Good job hiring him Matt! He sold me my first bike and he is really cool :P
This video helped me pull the trigger today on my new 19rgs industrial grey denim thanks Matt
Congrats man. Enjoy the ride. 👍🏻
I love my 2019 street glide special !! I’m with you, I like the batwing faring, however it’s just a personal preference, the road glide is a baddass looking bike, a couple features “like the glove compartment” that’s really cool ... but I don’t like the reach to the touchscreen, and the fixed faring just seems a little strange... mentally it seems like it wouldn’t corner as well. I really like the look of both bikes kickstand down . What I really like about both bikes is that Harley Davidson did a really great job of making these new bikes look like they’ve already been customized. I didn’t feel the need to change anything about the bike right off the floor. Changing the bars may be one of the only things I might do in the near future, but the placement is perfect on the batwing to keep your hands warm, and I’m a guitarist so I like warm fingers if you know what I mean...
Just traded my 2013 streetglide on a 2020 roadglide special 114 and I absolutely love it!! Just like u said,Harley did an amazing job on the specials and the need for customizing is no immediate,just some bars and upgrades to the sound system and I'm good,already upgraded to a stage 1 with Rineharts motopro 4.5's
Curtis Cook wow that’s awesome !!! Super stoked for you !!
Wow. Excellent video. Thanks Matt. And thanks for waiting for Me on Saturday. Glad I bought the 19 road glide special. Can't wait to get it on the road.
Thanks again for getting you Road Glide at Laidlaws Todd! I’ll talk to you soon
@@MattLaidlaw Matt I need to know who do I talk to today to get the slip ons and LED lights installed today. And bars
I absolutely love the Road Glide and how it looks, I’ve haven’t ridden one yet but I’ve ridden a Street Glide and loved that bike. My local Harley-Davidson dealership will be having a demo truck come in a few weeks and it lands on my birthday so I think I’ll treat myself to some free rides on some sweet ass bikes! I already told my buddy who works there that I’ll be there to ride them and who knows, maybe I’ll end up riding home with one and swapping my current bike out for it.
Anyways, great video! Matt, you’re killing it with the videos my dude, keep up the great work! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼
I really like that new color and wish I had an extra $28k laying around, lol.
Did you check your money tree out back?
@@GESolis sadly it doesn’t seem to be in bloom
Great review as always Matt! My friends and I go through each of your videos several times. We even go through certain bits over and again, as we get thrilled when we hear you telling certain facts about the bikes, esp on the technology side! You are sharing great knowledge with us.
We have been waiting for a long time now to see your full review on the Ultra Limited. The last one you did was on a 2017 model, after it was just a comparison video between a 2018 Ultra limited and Ultra limited low. We would like to see your detailed review on the 2019 FLHTK and as well explain the differences over the 2018 year model. I own a 2018 FLHTK and have ridden the 2019 model now. I see there is a noticeble change in the way you feel the weight at the fork. It feels quite light now compared to 2018 model. Wondering if the redesigning of the boombox is one contributing factor to this. Also the seat seems to be slightly hard. Appreciate if you could let us know your opinion on these? Much Luv from Dubai !
Customer feedback played a major role in the design of the M8 engine. Reduction of vibration levels was one of the bigger issues.It makes you wonder how anyone can complain about high vibration levels on any Harley Davidson motorcycle since the introduction of the Evo engine.
That v-i-b-r-a-t-I-o-n is good! Owning a 2008 FXSTC I had the chance to ride a Dyna (Twin Cam A) for 2 days and that vibrating feel was unique and no other engine within the HD model range or from any competitor offers anything even close to what a Twin Cam A feels like. Unfortunately I don’t like the Dyna frame design ( 2 shock struts in the rear) so I did never get one.
However now that there is only the M8 engine available for the big HD models a vital component has been erased for good. I hope that one day they will be removing those counterbalancers from the M8 and reinstall the good old rubber mounting again in a decent frame.
Love the roadglides wish they had some more basic models for the not so financially strong ones....
Please tell me Nick doesn't sell bikes with a mic on. Lol. But he does point out a lot of good points!
Love the blue and black color in it must get one soon
Hey Matt. It is not a myth as to the wind and vehicle turbulence causing your front end to buffet at high speed on a bat wing fairing. I rode a 2015 Ultra for several years, and traded it for a Road Glide CVO for that very reason. Riding to & from Sturgis on I-90 this summer was why. When passing trucks or riding in cross-wind across Wyoming, the front end of my Ultra would buffet at higher speeds. It is a little unnerving to say the least. With the Road Glide I have not had that buffeting at speeds of 75-90 mph. So, it is not so noticeable at lower speeds, but at freeway cruising speeds on I-90 across Montana & Wyoming, it is very noticeable. I think you are providing some info about the differences in the fairings that is just not true. The batwing attached to the forks causes the front end to buffet at higher speed, especially on long sweeping curves. The Shark fairing, attached to the frame provides a lot more high speed stability.
Well I can appreciate your personal experience with the two fairings. I do think the shark nose is only slightly
Better in the wind. I’ve had my batwing fairing in very high winds and didn’t think the fairing is less functional than the Roadglide. That’s just been my experience. I feel that people put too much emphasis on the wind splitting properties of the road glide over the streetglide.
Great info and comparison!!!! My love for the M8 makes me wonder why all the fuss with progress,the same riders drive automobiles in the 21st century, why do they complain about THE MOTORCOMPANY'S evolution.My choice to buy a 2018 FLHRXS was clearly due to the evolution of the brand and I am completely satisfied and can't wait for this riding season coming up.Happy new year and might see you this summer with my ride from Montreal.Canada.
Excellent review; very good multi-opinion format. Great work Matt; very professional presentation. When I finally upgrade my old Road King, it will be with a Street or Road Glide special with the 114 to haul my 300lbs down the highway in style and comfort. Heck, I'll probably make the trip down to your shop to do it. What a cool road trip that would be.
Great review and a badass bike. All cool as usual.
Keep em coming sir!
Not a Harley fan but after watching this channel am fast becoming one.
I agree those rear shocks could definitely use some softening up. That's my only complaint with the specials. I went for the Roadglide Ultra for the more plush riding experience and did the detachable tour pack. Would of preferred the blacked out look of the special but when your riding a few hundred miles in a day I need that comfort over style.
Definitely. Good choice
Great video. I'm grabbing one for my birthday...
well done Matt, I just purchased a 2018 ultra limited. whoooo
Just sold my King and moving on to the Road Glide, great video!
Just traded my 107ci Anniversary Edition for a new 114ci Special and I can honestly say the power difference is not significant. There's just a tad bit more torque. The dyno graphs really show what you get. I didn't trade up for the power difference, I did it for the stretched bags, new infotainment system and blacked out look. It amazes me how you guys can split lanes and go ahead of cars inline at stoplights and stop signs. Cali is cool with that law. If you did that in Florida, Cagers would try and run you off the road.
Great review. Your honesty is always appreciated!
Just orded 2019 vivid black road glide speciaal in Belgium Matt thanks for the great review
Enjoy the bike. Thanks for watching. 👍🏻
Love the new rating system. Looking forward to the Heritage review!
Back again to watch this video. I just have to have one of these now that my truck is PAID FOR !!!!!!!!!!
Best Comparison between the RG vs the SG ever!
Only thing is I wish it had been filmed in the day so maybe someone might have commented on the visibility of the screen in the bright sun on the Road Glide compared to the Street Glide. I have heard the new screen this year is better in that regard on the 2019 Road Glide. I know some complained the screen washed out on the RG if the sun was at the wrong angle in prior years.
Yea that’s true. Yes the new screen has less glare. You can turn on high visibility if you want. Hold down the “back” button on the right turn signal for 5 seconds.
Great vid as always with great content. I just wish Nick sounded like he was intentionally trying to rub the microphone w/ sandpaper j/k. Look forward to the next vid!
Beautiful bike, thanks for the in-depth review.
Nick is bang on... for rolling up straight down the hwy miles you can’t beat a RG...buy the bike that suits your riding style and needs best .
Thanks Matt, great review as always!
About time chief! Nice video Matt
Love this bike! I want for my next bike.
Yea...I got one of those..billiard Blue...love it
Nice bike, nice color! 🙌
I love the Road Glides I have a 17 with the stage 2 torque cam and love it immensely however with all the upgrades that Harley keeps coming out with makes it very tough not to trade up!... Including the blacked out look which is very costly to do the bigger rear wheel dropped bags , 114 ci and the awesome new infotainment system!.. decisions, decisions lol. Thanks Matt $$$ lol.
Greetings from the U, a good review as always Matt. Wishing your team a Happy New Year for 2019. Just took delivery on my midnight blue Sports Glide which your review helped me with my decision.
Nice! You’ll like it. Enjoy the ride.
Blows me away how much Nick looks like the actor from the older tv series Heroes, the man who played Peter (Milo Ventimiglia).
Haha. I totally told him the other day that he looked like that actor.
the exhaust system sounds awesome! great bike, great company, great video!
Thanks for your review, recently had the opportunity to test ride some of HD's while in Florida. Enjoyed it, yet found these motorcycles to be quite heavy and lacking in terms of outright performance and overall maneuverability - this considering their asking prices.
Best bike in the best color. Damn nice. Excellent review Matt, as always. Thanks!
Thanks Ryan 👍🏻👍🏻
Nicks mic noise was driving me nuts. Great video and info tho
Yea sorry about that. We will make sure this is fixed in the future.
Nick is way to long winded.. in my opinion he goes on and on..
@@trucker18wheels #feelsbadman :( Sorry bro, I'll try to improve in the future
@@trucker18wheels I disagree, I find his thorough knowledge of the subject enlightening and refreshing
Great fan of your channel Matt.
Your reviews and insight are intriguing to me.
My question for you is where do you see the future of Harley Davidson? It certainly isn't in the heavy cruiser market.
I read somewhere that Honda's top selling bike was the Grom which surprised me. Now they are bringing back the Super Cub and also have the Monkey bike based off the Grom. Seems like they are betting that the public wants a small 125cc motorcycle .
Is Harley missing something here? Your thoughts please.
Harley is one of the most recognizable brands with one of the most devote followings in the world. I don’t think they are going anywhere. That being said we are definitely seeing a shift in consumer preferences with this new generation of riders. They are more about smaller bikes that cost less. I think they still value the image and nostalgia of Harley-Davidson but just enjoy bikes in a different way. They are less About touring and exploring the open road. I have joked before and said they best entry level bike is a Grom or Scrambler and HD should make one. H-D really needs a bike to fit this niche.
That was so well put together. Thanks for another great video.
One thing they could do is hide the screws that mount the shield on the fairing, would look neat. Anyway, I dream of owning this monster soon
Just test rode a 2018 Road Glide and I am sold! Just need to sort out the finances :D
I've always been a Batwing guy (My first and current Harleys were/are Batwing baggers) but the newer Shark Nose fairings are sexy as all Hell. If I were to ever trade the Ultra Classic it might just be for a Road Glide Special. I kinda think this Ultra is my last Harley though, it does everything perfectly, that I need a large touring bike to do.
Did your videos are always so informative and really awesome you go into depth with the bikes that you review and I really appreciate all the work that you’re doing with them. It really gives me a sense of actually being there and checking out the bike for myself. But smile dude you’re on the damn Harley Davidson smile a bit throw in a joke. The only complaint I have is that you don’t smile and you always sound like you don’t want to be reviewing a bike. Good work on the videos keep up the good work. But smile dammit😂😂
I'm a huge fan of lane splitting but sitting in the crosswalk isn't right.
Great review Matt. I would like to see the road glide/street glide special come in chrome instead of blacked out.
Grab a 2017 model or a fully optioned Standard
I am glad it's been blacked out. Chrome is alright, but this ain't the 90's anymore.
Good video. Next time you guys edit, that small box with the guys talking should go on the top left rather than top right. You blocked the other bikes many times and the scenery, taking off the impression you are riding with the guys. There is a lot of dead space top left because of the helmet and the scenery is leaving instead of coming. Great bikes. I rode a RoadGlide at a Harley riding event. That will be my next bike...
Thank you for the videos this year all the best for a prosperous new year,might be changing ( swapping) so to speak my RGS 2016 for a custom Mil 8 Road King.
Just gotta arrange the price.I hope as others do,that you keep up the video work as it´s one of only a few that are informative for HD.
Another great, detailed review Matt. I ride a 16 SGS and my next bike will be another SGS. I really can't get past that massive (ugly) fairing on the Road Glide. Heading over to LA early in 2019 so will come say "Hi". Keep up the great work Matt. Best reviews on you tube.
Kevin - Sydney Australia
Thanks brother. Definitely stop in when you’re in town. 👍🏻
♥️ my 2018 Road Glide Special 😎🇺🇸
Excellent review Matt, really helpful... Thank you and your team!
Question: please tell me what “Arai” helmet and color is Nick using on the video. Very cool!! 🤘🏼 😎
The new infotainment system sold me on a 19. I had a 2015 FLTRXS until someone made a left turn infront of me, it drove me nuts loading up and failing to connect to bluetooth at times. The 114 is just a plus.
Thanks Matt, another great vid and good to have Andrew and Nick’s points of view.
I get my 2019 RGS in vivid black in March and am busy looking at mods at the moment. I’ve chosen to go with the Kahuna black grips with Chizeled Lo bars, a low sissy bar and the fang fairing with the low engine bars.
The only question I’ve left to answer is the seat. I am looking at Lucky Davies’s DS, BMC Widow-maker or the Harley CVO seat with diamond stitch. I known you have the BMC on yours and have it tailored to suit which in your experience is the most comfortable?
All 3 seats are really nice. I personally like something that has a nice lower back “cup” which is why I got the BMC wall. I’d get the BMC Personally.
I love that chrome visor 😎😎😎🔥🔥🔥
I want one. NOW.
Thanks Matt for the nice video, entertaining and informative as always. Are you planning a comparison of the Deluxe 2018/2019? Ride safe and all the best from Germany !
Awesome! Which exhaust is the bike using in the first clip? It sounds great. And thanks for an excellent and useful review.
Another great review mate 👍
pretty good color.
That billiard blue is beautiful.
Maybe in 15 years I can find me one used because I just can’t bring myself to spend over 30k on a motorcycle 😭
Mean machine ^^
Road Glides are great.
Nice review. Btw...what gloves do you wear Matt? Like those.
I wonder how the passenger comfort would be between the Ultra and the Road glide with comparable aftermarket windshields. Regarding wind and buffeting.
What’s up, Matt? Welp, I ended up purchasing a 2019 Electra Glide Standard on yesterday. I picked it out of my choices of a 2019 Road King and a 2019 Softail Heritage 114. I also traded in my 2015 Iron 883 (wanted to badly upgrade). I really was originally going to pick between the Road King and the Softail Heritage. Do you feel in your own words that I made the right choice based on how I previously mentioned I ride, Matt? 🤷♂️
Matt is your friends pumping his breaks to get the taillights to flash like that?? That's a good idea.
No, it has to do with the camera frame rate or something. They aren't flickering
@@MattLaidlaw love your videos Matt. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Look forward to every upload!
I dont know where you find the time to do all these videos, but keep them coming. Great info.
Can you tell me why the Vance & Hines Blk Monster V slip ons are not compatible on my 2019 roadglide? Is there a different pipe diameter. (I wanted to jump on a sale, and get some sound before investing in a full 2into 1 S&S sidewinder....
I dont know where you find the time to do all these videos, but keep them coming. Great info.
Can you tell me why the Vance & Hines Blk Monster V slip ons are not compatible on my 2019 roadglide? Is there a different pipe diameter. (I wanted to jump on a sale, and get some sound before investing in a full 2into 1 S&S sidewinder....) any thoughts?
Why no 2018 anniversary Road Glide? Seems like the Motor Company forget about the fact that they made one for each of the other previous anniversaries?
Clever intro.
I have that bike with stage one and Rineharts. Love it. Man it's got power.
In industrial denim gray
My phone doesnt fit in the storage compartment on the right. Its all of 5 and 3quarters of an inch
Wouldve loved the orange or cherry on my special
I noticed the forward placement of the ferring right off but I have long arms for a guy of 5'8". Good touch sensitive gloves will solve the fingerprint issue but I typically used the controls on the handle bars.
Of the four bikes I have owned the best in handling was my current 19 FLTRXS, the 05 FLHRCI, the 07 sportster low injected and last in line the 05 XXLC which had a larger turn radius
Wat gloves are you wearing. The bike looks and runs good
I feel like there's a lot more power left on the table. Some tuning ought to really wake these things up. 7ci is not a small difference.
great info. does the special have tire monitoring system standard?
No it doesn’t. Only the CVO limited has that this year.
@@MattLaidlaw ... as do the CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide.
Good review mat👍
Could you also give us the link on Amazon to Nick's helmet, I really like his helmet!
Arai Defiant-X Solid Adult Street Motorcycle Helmet - Modern Grey/Large www.amazon.com/dp/B07K2JDP2W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sQLjCbWP0PS3H
@@keyster4391 I havent looked into it, maybe if its snell rated Ill check it out. That being said the noise canceling helmet they launched earlier I wasn't very impressed with. Only two shell sizes means heavier and bigger helmet than required, no snell rating as well, for 550 bucks. I'd rather stick with Arai or another premium manufacturer and know I am getting the safety I want. Ride safe to you too.
Hi Matt,
do you think it's a problem to change from 3 years of riding Supersports to a Street Glide?
Not at all. A problem in what way? It’s a way different riding experience.
I see that nowadays more and more engines get the gloss-black finish on the different engine covers.
How well does this finish compare with chrome and wrinkle black in terms of durability (i.e. will it get all beat up and have swirl marks over time if I ride long distances even through rain and may not be able to wash it during 10 - 15 day long trips)?
Am I better of with wrinkle black?
dream bike...