I appreciate you allowing a short woman such as myself give advice on the bigger bikes, for I am interested in a Road King but nervous about the weight.. Thank you so much!
She really is sharp. I'm 6'2 but I'm teaching 4 riders who are a little short for thier street glides and ultra. She had some really good ideas ill throw on them.
I once saw a midget ride a sport bike. He could barely reach the shifter. When he got to a traffic light, he would stop, and jump off the bike, and stand next to it and hold it upright. When the light turn green, he would give the bike a small push, jump on and take off. After watching that guy do it, I no longer believe anybody is too short to ride a motorcycle.
Great video! I'm 5'5" and have been riding Gold Wings for 40 years, only touching the ground tippee-toes. Good balance is everything; coming to a stop with the handlebars straight is helpful. Pushing around in the garage is a beast; I've appreciated the addition of reverse in the last couple generations of GWs. ;-)
From a short guy, everything she says it's legit, especially when it comes to parking lol! I own an older ultra classic and a new ultra. Didn't know about the floor board, nice!!
I love the Parking advice! Take your time and at Walmart find a place that you can just go straight out instead of backing the bike up.great advice that gets overlooked!!
I'm 5' even and have ridden full baggers. My last bike was a fully loaded Yamaha Roadstar. I put 50K on that bike. Lowered and a new Seat pull back bars and had my boots modified with thicker soles and heels. Yep all good lessons for us short rider. Were bigger than you think.
I road my 1952 FLH Hydraglide with it’s original wishbone rigid frame, plus a jockey shifter and suicide clutch, no front brake or fender for many many years and almost 220k miles. Over 50 rear tires, a dozen or so top end rebuilds and God only knows how many quarts of oil and primary oil. I carried every single thing I needed to get her going and back on the road in my saddle bags including base gaskets, a piston, wiring, ignition cables, coils, points. Everything could be repaired less internal engine and transmission repairs. I’m 5’6” tall and about 190 lbs. I finally got my fill of the hard core trips and decided to buy a 2012 Ultra Classic for a change of pace and comfort. I held off on the Ultra because I thought it would be too heavy and big for me to sling around. Then I decided to try one out for a test drive for a week. I was sold after that. No problems whatsoever with handling it like I did. I now have over 90k miles and I’m going to trade it for a slightly used 2021 Ultra Classic with 6k on the clock. I’m sure that this will be the last motorcycle I ever buy for daily usage.
This is awesome! I am exactly 5” tall as well. I ride a street glide. She touches better than me, I probably have a shorter inseam. Still very impressive! I have full air ride and ride at stock height, alone and with passenger but when I pull into parking spot I drop the bike for solid flat footing. And oh yeah reaching the kickstand is a bear when off camber! Great video!
Thank you so much guys, i just bought the new 2021 Street Glide and i am 5ft6, and a lot of the techniques you guys shared helped so much. God Bless you guys
I've been to two different huge Harley Dealers and no one could solve the kickstand problem short of putting a large extension on which looks horrible. Thank you soooooo much.
Hey Courtney. Floorboard issue solved thanks to you i never would have investigated. Hinge bolts were loose so it wouldn't fold and stay up. Tightened both sides all 4. Can't wait to try left for kickstand trick. Thnks! Damn vibration on the older Harleys
While everything she’s saying is true, it is still best that you can plant both feet on the ground and bend your knees a little bit, there’s no getting around the fact that that is better
See, I know I’m big enough to maneuver the bike. I’m 5’ 9” 175lbs, but I just feel like the size of the bike is gonna wash me out. A small person on a big bike? That works. A big dude on a big bike? That makes sense. A medium dude on a big bike feels like it’s gonna make me look smaller. I think skinnier bikes work better for my size, even though I could fit and handle a glide 🤷♂️
I can understand that thought process. I have never felt like a touring bagger of any kind made me feel small. I'm only 5'10 190lbs. I do feel like you have to be comfortable on what you're riding to be safe. Thanks for watching and commenting.👍
Great video thanks for sharing,Coming from a short guy LOL 5 ft 5 . was considering a road glide im pretty sure you just made up my mind ...Thanks again and have a great day
Hey brother. I am about 5’4. I wonder if she can ride the new 2021 fat boy 114. I am consern if my self would be able to ride the fat boy since I am 5’4. Plz. Hopefully u can at least write back to my question.
Thank you for your videos. I am short and see I already do things short riders do as I’m only 5’2 and I own a 06 deluxe, 20 street Bob and a 21 low rider and after a 1500 mile road trip on my deluxe I decided maybe I’d like to try the Road Glide special so I watched your videos. Then I test rode it and wow oh wow. I bought the snake venom color and that bike is so so sweet. Did buy the lowering kit but learning the bike as it is till the kit and seat arrive. Awesome that Harley has made baggers women can ride even us vertically challenged riders lol.
That is so awesome and thanks for sharing. I think it is important to make changes to any bike to personalize your riding style. Thank you for watching.
I am 5-1 man I never could buy a Harley cause I am too short but now I am buying a 883 classic to see if I can handle it But my dream is a super glide thanks for the tips
I wish I could hire her as a coach! The man I fell in love with....who dumped me...not the bike...had the most beautiful blue Road Glide. It was a 2018 or 2019. It was the most beautiful bike color ever! I'm 59 an 5'1" and challenged myself to learn to ride at age 54 when I was super lonely.
I'm a 5'8 slender guy who rides a Sportster 1200. This video is helpful & if she can do it then I'm all out of excuses lol. I've been thinking about a bagger for awhile now. Thanks for the video 👍
Thank you so much...im 5 ft 4 with over 100k miles riding experience but my 2020 rglimited had me considering selling it because it just seem too big. The handlebar turn and floor board flip has me encouraged. Thanks courtney and omg for a great video. Any tip or videos about friction zone on hydraulic clutch & seats for short people?
great encouraging video , I've progressed from a 500 shadow to an 08 wide glide since I started riding in late 2019 @55 years old, next step is a bagger and you Rock Courtney !!
Thanks for this video. I bought a iron 883 when i was in USA considering my height which is 5'5'', I will definitely go for a bigger bagger when i move to Canada hopefully next year. Thanks again.
Thinking bout going up to a bagger I am 5’7 but have weak legs so I would think parking and moving up hills would be hard any advise btw your are beautiful
Love the way she looked around before taking off each time, even in the lot... a lot of guys just glance in the left mirror and hit the throttle. She rides really well considering the size ratio. Still, as a shorter rider myself, I tend to put a bit more stock into the "at least one foot flat on the ground at a complete stop, the other foot at least close" school of thought. A quarter ton of Harley is a lot to deal with at frequent stops in rain/inclimate weather, when your only contact is your tippy-toes.
Courtney is a great rider for sure. I agree with at least one flat foot. Her personal RG is lowered enough for that. We are show that it can be done. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for this Video, I’m a short Filipino dude 5”6 5”7 on a good day 170lb, you just inspired me, dream of getting a bagger, preferably a Street Glide Special, or CVO depending on my wallet, I do have a little experience riding my sons Honda Shadow 600, I do ride from times, only around the blocks neighborhood wise, fastest I took it around 50-55 that’s it no Experience on hwy speeds 65+, watching this video, if she can do it so can I, with more practice what not, I should be up there 🤘🏾
Probably not but I see MANY old guys who just had to have a loaded bagger to show off their wallets then gradually quit riding. If you cannot pick it up consider downsizing since motorcycle weights have gotten silly. I've been riding and wrenching since the '70s and am 6'2/220 but prefer what's left of my back intact.
Thanks Guys. I jus bought my 1st 2021 Ultra Ltd. First Big Bike purchase ever. I'm a weekend rider only. And this Ultra Ltd is a heavy bike. I'm finding my bike really has enough torque at low speed to help me do slow turns. Yay - slow riding is not that big a challenge. My current fear is dealing with the weight when I am faced with some emergency stop. The break system on the bike is equally awesome. I'm about 5,6" - not that short. Huge thanks for the video. Here is my park challenge: How can I move this beast in my drive way ? I would like to see how to "walk my bike" video if you have one, please? Much appreciated.
Hi Ryan, Im 5'-4"-195 lbs looking at the new 2023 CVO. This would be my last and final bike if possible. Now sat on one it seem wider and heaver I been rider a Heritage Classic for 2-1/2 year now what would be you and Courtney advice after lowering it, if possible being just off the assembly line and they may or may not parts to do so.
I am not sure about lowering the new 2023 CVO. I don't know if there is a compatible kit or what they have change. I would look up legends suspension and ask those guys. Lowering always changes the bike ride and feel a little bit as well. The new fairings are a little lighter too. I hope this helps.
I am 5'5". She is amazing. I love her confidence and can-do attitude. I sold my 2007 Road king classic because my hip injury made me feel inadequate to handle it. I regret that I didn't watch this first. I will be back!
Awesome. Now can you do one about parking please on the bagger and backing the bike up. I am 5 ft just got a streetglide and parking lots are the most difficult For me. Thank you
Bravo! Awesome video. One suggestion though... It's not ALL in your head. It takes knowledge of the right techniques and practice, practice, practice. All those "bad habits" that you can get away with on a smaller bike are magnified on a large bike. Throttle control while keeping rpms up and that back brake mean everything. 👍
Just have a good set of crash bars and you better make sure you don't come to a stop in the high point of the road. Oh backing the motorcycle up let's see her fo that. I have a Harley Road King and a Yamaha Fjr1300. I have a 32" inseam so on the FJR with the seat height at 32" you better be very good when stopping or backing up. As many short and old people ride Harleys they need a reverse gear option this would increase sales. I'm 5-10 and would buy one with a reverse gear.
I am 5‘4“ 149 pounds and I have an electric glide. I need to go from Vancouver to Kennewick very nervous but your video was awesome more like that would be cool. My big fear is not being on pavement and trying to maneuver, already tipped it over once, and I was unable to pick it up that hurt anyway, thank you for the video
Get that hand off that front break on slow maneuvers. Learn more about slow maneuvers with Ride Like a Pro. His wife is 5'4" and owns those big baggers. She actually prefers them over smaller motorcycles. Good video, good points. My MSF course instructor was a 53 year old grandma with 7 kids and countless grandkids and she owned a Ultra Limited.
with reach seats, lowering kits, reach bars... no one is "too short/small/weak" women can handle a bagger as well (or even better) than men............. women tend to ride with their brains, men ride with their balls. it takes a good 5k-10k miles to feel comfortable, but regular riding is the key..................... its a skill that you have to keep up. if there is power going to the rear wheel, it will never fall over from gravity. this is why "friction zone" is so important
Harleys are the king of lower seat height. I’m not really short at 5‘11“, but I have relatively short legs with a 30 inch inseam. Most of the metrics big bikes are just too tall for me. Yeah, I can ride them, but it’s not comfortable and I’m on my tiptoes. So I chose a softail.
Always say if you can’t flat foot you should just make a softtail bagger. When you get into some hills in South Dakota you can find yourself in trouble can’t touch either side before it’s too late. I’ve seen em fall all day 😂 y’all be good
Great video. Im need to meet these to people for more infro. People can't believe i ride a bagger. Im 5'6" , almost 68 yrs. The weight concerns if it sliding down my leg.
You never know. I always tend to believe people are capable of more than they give themselves credit for. You could always go to a dealer and test it out. The sportster nightster is a good bike. Thank you for watching
Hey can anyone tell me the color of that 2019 Road Glide Courtney was demoing? I just bought a 2011 in the same color and the salesman didn't know the name
Thats awesome! Im a short but thicc dude haha. Looking at a bagger and Im definitely impressed! Also, I get the feeling going to sell alot of bikes haha!
So i currently ride a iron 883. Im 6 even but my weight is 160lbs and thats what is preventing me from buying a road glide or street glide. Might have to try it out sometime
Yes i am learning keep my Fat Boy in a ride out park .i am 5 .8" And wor betide i park forewards on a down slope as its a bummer to back off 700 lbs of Bike.
I am 5’-3” and I had a Dyna super glide want to go to a bigger bike but with a bad back and a little intimidated by not being able I flat foot .. I was going to go with a free wheeler but they don’t handle as well as 2 wheels
any tips on getting the bike off the stand when the bike is parked on a hill? Was at an event with many bikes and guided parking. I didn't have a choice where to park and ended up on a steep incline. At first, I thought the bike was going over. Anyways, when we went to "kickstands-up", I could not get my bike off the stand and had to get help. Very embarrassing. Any tips are appreciated.
Balance the bike, drive forward a little. Once the stand is unstuck or forward momentum pushes it rearward move it the rest of the way up. Rolling out of it helps. Just keep your foot clear and don't run it over. Remember you're on a bagger.
@@OMGMOTO Yeah I put a kickstand extender thing on it but I still struggle. Ill have to go in garage tomorrow and make sure mine flip up all the way. Never tried it.Thnks
That place looks like Harley-Davidson of Cool springs in Franklin Tennessee it's been a long time since I've been there I'd probably say 10 years since I last been there
I appreciate you allowing a short woman such as myself give advice on the bigger bikes, for I am interested in a Road King but nervous about the weight.. Thank you so much!
Thank you, for watching.
She really is sharp. I'm 6'2 but I'm teaching 4 riders who are a little short for thier street glides and ultra. She had some really good ideas ill throw on them.
I am glad it will help and she is awesome. Thanks for watching.
I'm a man that is only 5'3" and I've been riding for years but she still gave me a few good tips
Glad to hear that and thank you for watching.
Hey dear.
I'm also short
Can I have ur WhatsApp number? Plz
@@subhrakantd4193 Courtney does not have that app.
@@OMGMOTO may I have her insta I'd just to follow her plz
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Courtney, you are an inspiration, to short riders. Keep up the good work👍
👍
Great video. You're a real inspiration to smaller/shorter riders. It really is all in your head if you think you can't.
So true!
She handles the friction zone like a pro.
True story!
I once saw a midget ride a sport bike. He could barely reach the shifter. When he got to a traffic light, he would stop, and jump off the bike, and stand next to it and hold it upright. When the light turn green, he would give the bike a small push, jump on and take off. After watching that guy do it, I no longer believe anybody is too short to ride a motorcycle.
I think I saw that same guy too, mind over matter. Thank you, for watching.
Great video! I'm 5'5" and have been riding Gold Wings for 40 years, only touching the ground tippee-toes. Good balance is everything; coming to a stop with the handlebars straight is helpful. Pushing around in the garage is a beast; I've appreciated the addition of reverse in the last couple generations of GWs. ;-)
Thanks for watching and many think the reverse would be a good addition to the Harley as well.
You guys are awesome!! I’m 5’3 and getting ready to go from a 16 softail slim to a 23 street glide! Thanks for the tips!!!
Thank you!
From a short guy, everything she says it's legit, especially when it comes to parking lol! I own an older ultra classic and a new ultra. Didn't know about the floor board, nice!!
Thanks, and yeah the floorboard trick was hew to me as well.
Fellow short rider here, have ridden everything from Sporters to Street Glides, and she is right.
@@stevensimpson1043 Thank you for watching.
I love the Parking advice! Take your time and at Walmart find a place that you can just go straight out instead of backing the bike up.great advice that gets overlooked!!
I'm 5' even and have ridden full baggers. My last bike was a fully loaded Yamaha Roadstar. I put 50K on that bike. Lowered and a new Seat pull back bars and had my boots modified with thicker soles and heels. Yep all good lessons for us short rider. Were bigger than you think.
Thank you and thanks for watching too.
Hey also short gentleman thanks so much for video you did fantastic I imagine you had Mega good teacher
Thank you for watching!!
I road my 1952 FLH Hydraglide with it’s original wishbone rigid frame, plus a jockey shifter and suicide clutch, no front brake or fender for many many years and almost 220k miles. Over 50 rear tires, a dozen or so top end rebuilds and God only knows how many quarts of oil and primary oil. I carried every single thing I needed to get her going and back on the road in my saddle bags including base gaskets, a piston, wiring, ignition cables, coils, points. Everything could be repaired less internal engine and transmission repairs. I’m 5’6” tall and about 190 lbs.
I finally got my fill of the hard core trips and decided to buy a 2012 Ultra Classic for a change of pace and comfort. I held off on the Ultra because I thought it would be too heavy and big for me to sling around. Then I decided to try one out for a test drive for a week. I was sold after that. No problems whatsoever with handling it like I did. I now have over 90k miles and I’m going to trade it for a slightly used 2021 Ultra Classic with 6k on the clock. I’m sure that this will be the last motorcycle I ever buy for daily usage.
@@MicheluceRizzuto Thank you for sharing your story it is inspiring.
This is awesome! I am exactly 5” tall as well. I ride a street glide. She touches better than me, I probably have a shorter inseam. Still very impressive! I have full air ride and ride at stock height, alone and with passenger but when I pull into parking spot I drop the bike for solid flat footing. And oh yeah reaching the kickstand is a bear when off camber! Great video!
Yeah, her RG is lowered a little as well. We are working on a day to do another video on this topic. Thank you for the comment and watching.
Thank you so much guys, i just bought the new 2021 Street Glide and i am 5ft6, and a lot of the techniques you guys shared helped so much. God Bless you guys
Glade to hear that.
Great tip on raising the floor board to get to the kick stand....Excellent video! Very impressive!
Courtney taught me something too, I never thought of that excellet tip.
I've been to two different huge Harley Dealers and no one could solve the kickstand problem short of putting a large extension on which looks horrible. Thank you soooooo much.
2020 Road King, 5'4", 160 # male. NEVER thought of flipping up the floor board to reach the kick stand. Thank you! :-)
You are awesome, woman! U made me feel confident riding back on motorcycle. Thank u
So awesome, thank you for watching.
Where there's a will, there's a way. Once in motion, even the bigger bikes handle better. Just gotta watch the low speed turns...👍😺
Agreed! Thank you for watching
Love you guys and love your way of explaining things
Thank you
I'm 5,9 and still struggle with Ultra. I guess with time I'll get it. Great video, gives me hope😂.
It takes a little time to get used to the big bikes. Thanks for watching.
Get this girl her own RUclips channel. She's a great presenter.
You all should give her a raise she's very smart
I done work there, I just made a video. Thanks for watching.
Hey Courtney. Floorboard issue solved thanks to you i never would have investigated. Hinge bolts were loose so it wouldn't fold and stay up. Tightened both sides all 4. Can't wait to try left for kickstand trick. Thnks! Damn vibration on the older Harleys
While everything she’s saying is true, it is still best that you can plant both feet on the ground and bend your knees a little bit, there’s no getting around the fact that that is better
One of the nice things about Baggers and Dynas is their short seats
See, I know I’m big enough to maneuver the bike. I’m 5’ 9” 175lbs, but I just feel like the size of the bike is gonna wash me out. A small person on a big bike? That works. A big dude on a big bike? That makes sense. A medium dude on a big bike feels like it’s gonna make me look smaller. I think skinnier bikes work better for my size, even though I could fit and handle a glide 🤷♂️
I can understand that thought process. I have never felt like a touring bagger of any kind made me feel small. I'm only 5'10 190lbs. I do feel like you have to be comfortable on what you're riding to be safe. Thanks for watching and commenting.👍
Great video thanks for sharing,Coming from a short guy LOL 5 ft 5 . was considering a road glide im pretty sure you just made up my mind ...Thanks again and have a great day
Awesome, thank you for watching.
You are so welcome Dante! My dad is 5'5'' and rides all the baggers too! He was my role model and taught me it's all in your head! :)
Hey brother. I am about 5’4. I wonder if she can ride the new 2021 fat boy 114. I am consern if my self would be able to ride the fat boy since I am 5’4. Plz. Hopefully u can at least write back to my question.
Yes, she can. The stock Fat Boy is actually easier for her to ride and handle. I hope that helps. Thank you for watching.
Thank you for your videos. I am short and see I already do things short riders do as I’m only 5’2 and I own a 06 deluxe, 20 street Bob and a 21 low rider and after a 1500 mile road trip on my deluxe I decided maybe I’d like to try the Road Glide special so I watched your videos. Then I test rode it and wow oh wow. I bought the snake venom color and that bike is so so sweet. Did buy the lowering kit but learning the bike as it is till the kit and seat arrive. Awesome that Harley has made baggers women can ride even us vertically challenged riders lol.
That is so awesome and thanks for sharing. I think it is important to make changes to any bike to personalize your riding style. Thank you for watching.
Thanks! Now I’m ready for my Gold wing!
You guys just made my day
Awesome! thank you for watching.
Dont let the size or weight of a bike put u off, u ride it not carry it
Nice job Courtney, you need that red one . Had those RPM’s up like a boss 🤙🏻
Agreed!!
I try :) thanks John!!
I am 5-1 man
I never could buy a Harley cause I am too short but now I am buying a 883 classic to see if I can handle it
But my dream is a super glide thanks for the tips
Thanks for watching.
I wish I could hire her as a coach! The man I fell in love with....who dumped me...not the bike...had the most beautiful blue Road Glide. It was a 2018 or 2019. It was the most beautiful bike color ever! I'm 59 an 5'1" and challenged myself to learn to ride at age 54 when I was super lonely.
Practice low speed drills and it teaches you show much about riding. Thanks for watching.
Liked & Subscribed, thank you for this video..u Rock!
Thank you!
I'm a 5'8 slender guy who rides a Sportster 1200. This video is helpful & if she can do it then I'm all out of excuses lol. I've been thinking about a bagger for awhile now. Thanks for the video 👍
Absolutely, thank you for watching.
You'll find the bagger to feel lighter than the Sporty ;)
Sport glide my friend
Thank you so much...im 5 ft 4 with over 100k miles riding experience but my 2020 rglimited had me considering selling it because it just seem too big. The handlebar turn and floor board flip has me encouraged. Thanks courtney and omg for a great video. Any tip or videos about friction zone on hydraulic clutch & seats for short people?
I am making a list of things people would like to see and I will put together a video, thank you for watching and I glad it helped.
yes! seats!
love the RG watched a small gal one time she turned the wheel also to get the bike off the stand and then grabbed under the tank right up it went
The RG is so balanced for sure.
great encouraging video , I've progressed from a 500 shadow to an 08 wide glide since I started riding in late 2019 @55 years old, next step is a bagger and you Rock Courtney !!
Awesome and thanks for watching.
Okay sold. Trading in my streetbob.
Courtney at Moonshine just proved 5 ft is not too short. Thank you, for wacthing.
Goods motivated...no need to thing landing gear or tilting trike.
Thank you for watching.
Thanks for this video. I bought a iron 883 when i was in USA considering my height which is 5'5'', I will definitely go for a bigger bagger when i move to Canada hopefully next year. Thanks again.
Glad we can help. Thank you for watching.
Courtney Rocks!!!!!
Agreed!
Courtney is Bad Ass !!!
Thinking bout going up to a bagger I am 5’7 but have weak legs so I would think parking and moving up hills would be hard any advise btw your are beautiful
Thank you for introducing various motorcycles.
I'm honored to be your best channel friend.
Have a nice day.
👍👍🤙🤙🤙👌
Thank you!! I appreciate the kind comment!! Thank you, for watching.
Excellent review for short riders👍
Thank you!
I AM A NEW RIDER I AM A GUY WHO IS 5.5 WHAT MOTORCYCLE 🏍 SHOULD I RIDE ❤❤?
Go to your local dealer and suit on all of them. Narrow your search to two bike and then test ride them. Thank you, for watching.
What handlebars are you using on your bike. Do you know the pullback on them? Thx
Love the way she looked around before taking off each time, even in the lot... a lot of guys just glance in the left mirror and hit the throttle. She rides really well considering the size ratio. Still, as a shorter rider myself, I tend to put a bit more stock into the "at least one foot flat on the ground at a complete stop, the other foot at least close" school of thought. A quarter ton of Harley is a lot to deal with at frequent stops in rain/inclimate weather, when your only contact is your tippy-toes.
Courtney is a great rider for sure. I agree with at least one flat foot. Her personal RG is lowered enough for that. We are show that it can be done. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching.
Thanks for this Video, I’m a short Filipino dude 5”6 5”7 on a good day 170lb, you just inspired me, dream of getting a bagger, preferably a Street Glide Special, or CVO depending on my wallet, I do have a little experience riding my sons Honda Shadow 600, I do ride from times, only around the blocks neighborhood wise, fastest I took it around 50-55 that’s it no Experience on hwy speeds 65+, watching this video, if she can do it so can I, with more practice what not, I should be up there 🤘🏾
That is awesome! I am glad we could help you! Thank you for watching.
I'm 5'5 still Filipino at 190. I drive an ultra classic 17.
Try it with the street glide.
SHe can do it with any bike.
Probably not but I see MANY old guys who just had to have a loaded bagger to show off their wallets then gradually quit riding. If you cannot pick it up consider downsizing since motorcycle weights have gotten silly. I've been riding and wrenching since the '70s and am 6'2/220 but prefer what's left of my back intact.
Thats why they make all kinds of bikes. Thanks for watching.
Thanks Guys. I jus bought my 1st 2021 Ultra Ltd. First Big Bike purchase ever. I'm a weekend rider only. And this Ultra Ltd is a heavy bike. I'm finding my bike really has enough torque at low speed to help me do slow turns. Yay - slow riding is not that big a challenge.
My current fear is dealing with the weight when I am faced with some emergency stop. The break system on the bike is equally awesome. I'm about 5,6" - not that short.
Huge thanks for the video.
Here is my park challenge: How can I move this beast in my drive way ? I would like to see how to "walk my bike" video if you have one, please?
Much appreciated.
Congradulations on your Uktra Ltb. That back brake is your freind inthose situations.That is a great video Idea, Thank you.
Awesome Presentation!!
Is a stationary fairing better than a non stationary one? I have a road king and I’m considering a road glide.
There really does not seem to be much of a difference to us.
Hi Ryan, Im 5'-4"-195 lbs looking at the new 2023 CVO. This would be my last and final bike if possible. Now sat on one it seem wider and heaver I been rider a Heritage Classic for 2-1/2 year now what would be you and Courtney advice after lowering it, if possible being just off the assembly line and they may or may not parts to do so.
I am not sure about lowering the new 2023 CVO. I don't know if there is a compatible kit or what they have change. I would look up legends suspension and ask those guys. Lowering always changes the bike ride and feel a little bit as well. The new fairings are a little lighter too. I hope this helps.
I am 5'5". She is amazing. I love her confidence and can-do attitude. I sold my 2007 Road king classic because my hip injury made me feel inadequate to handle it. I regret that I didn't watch this first. I will be back!
Thank you, and sometime attitude is everything.
Awesome. Now can you do one about parking please on the bagger and backing the bike up. I am 5 ft just got a streetglide and parking lots are the most difficult For me. Thank you
Great idea!
Great advice on parking !!
Thank you, for watching.
Bravo! Awesome video. One suggestion though... It's not ALL in your head. It takes knowledge of the right techniques and practice, practice, practice. All those "bad habits" that you can get away with on a smaller bike are magnified on a large bike. Throttle control while keeping rpms up and that back brake mean everything. 👍
Thanks for your feedback.
Just have a good set of crash bars and you better make sure you don't come to a stop in the high point of the road. Oh backing the motorcycle up let's see her fo that. I have a Harley Road King and a Yamaha Fjr1300. I have a 32" inseam so on the FJR with the seat height at 32" you better be very good when stopping or backing up.
As many short and old people ride Harleys they need a reverse gear option this would increase sales. I'm 5-10 and would buy one with a reverse gear.
Yes, for sure, in general on the crash bars. Thank you, for watching.
I am 5‘4“ 149 pounds and I have an electric glide. I need to go from Vancouver to Kennewick very nervous but your video was awesome more like that would be cool. My big fear is not being on pavement and trying to maneuver, already tipped it over once, and I was unable to pick it up that hurt anyway, thank you for the video
Thank you and for watching as well. Non paved roads always take a little extra care.
Get that hand off that front break on slow maneuvers. Learn more about slow maneuvers with Ride Like a Pro. His wife is 5'4" and owns those big baggers. She actually prefers them over smaller motorcycles. Good video, good points. My MSF course instructor was a 53 year old grandma with 7 kids and countless grandkids and she owned a Ultra Limited.
Thank you for watching.
Ha! She almost sold me a bike about a month before this video. I didn’t know I’d hit play and see somebody I knew.
She is good at that! Thank you for watching.
with reach seats, lowering kits, reach bars... no one is "too short/small/weak"
women can handle a bagger as well (or even better) than men............. women tend to ride with their brains, men ride with their balls.
it takes a good 5k-10k miles to feel comfortable, but regular riding is the key..................... its a skill that you have to keep up.
if there is power going to the rear wheel, it will never fall over from gravity. this is why "friction zone" is so important
Absolutely agree, brother! Thank you, for watching.
Harleys are the king of lower seat height. I’m not really short at 5‘11“, but I have relatively short legs with a 30 inch inseam. Most of the metrics big bikes are just too tall for me. Yeah, I can ride them, but it’s not comfortable and I’m on my tiptoes.
So I chose a softail.
I have a softail as well.
Always say if you can’t flat foot you should just make a softtail bagger. When you get into some hills in South Dakota you can find yourself in trouble can’t touch either side before it’s too late. I’ve seen em fall all day 😂 y’all be good
Thanks for watching
Great video. Im need to meet these to people for more infro. People can't believe i ride a bagger. Im 5'6" , almost 68 yrs. The weight concerns if it sliding down my leg.
That is awesome! Thank you for watching.
Even me? Because I am 4’8 95lbs hahahhahahahaha I currently ride a 2011 HD sportster nightster xl1200 v-twin & love that thing
You never know. I always tend to believe people are capable of more than they give themselves credit for. You could always go to a dealer and test it out. The sportster nightster is a good bike. Thank you for watching
fantastic Courtney . i only 5.3 love to ride with you.
Thank you for watching.
Hey can anyone tell me the color of that 2019 Road Glide Courtney was demoing? I just bought a 2011 in the same color and the salesman didn't know the name
It is Wicked Red, brother.
Thats awesome! Im a short but thicc dude haha. Looking at a bagger and Im definitely impressed!
Also, I get the feeling going to sell alot of bikes haha!
Lol, thanks for watching.
So i currently ride a iron 883. Im 6 even but my weight is 160lbs and thats what is preventing me from buying a road glide or street glide. Might have to try it out sometime
Youu should find a friend that has one and ask him to let you drive it. Thank you, for watching.
How do you backup the bike?
Like a champ!
Yes i am learning keep my Fat Boy in a ride out park .i am 5 .8" And wor betide i park forewards on a down slope as its a bummer to back off 700 lbs of Bike.
The Fat Boy is a great bike, I still have mine as well. Thanks for watching.
oh man. i'm inlove.
I am 5’-3” and I had a Dyna super glide want to go to a bigger bike but with a bad back and a little intimidated by not being able I flat foot .. I was going to go with a free wheeler but they don’t handle as well as 2 wheels
You might want to check into a thinner seat too.
Awesome! I don’t like the look of huge bikes but food for thought here.
Courtney needs her own channel she would do well out here!
I told he that a long time ago too.
That’s about how I at 5’6”, do my 1995 1500 Gold Wing. Good tips.
Thank you and thanks for watching.
What is that brown chocolate with black frame with round headlight to the left of the red you showed. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍.
Nice road king!
I've got a 2015 RGS. I lowered the front. I picked it up new with 3 miles. It's got 114,000 now.
That is some good riding.
I had a brother in the club who was all of about 5',he would ride a Street Glide like it was a kids bike! No problems at all!
Yep, It's in most people's heads. Thanks for watching.
Thanx you for this video man i literally made up my mind on street glide as my 1st bike 😜
Thank you Courtney. Love this video. I'm a new rider and interested in buying a bagger. I'm 5'4". Thanks for showing it's absolutely doable!
Absolutely, you are welcome.
Furniture bikes are ugly. I would choose the girl over the bike. She is much prettier.
Thank you, for watching.
@@OMGMOTO Does that translate to "Bless your heart"?
@@christianclements61 Down South speak.
I'm 5'4 and I've been wanting a bigger bike, but worried. I have hd 883 sportster
Go to your local dealer and test ride a few bikes. You will know what you are comfortable with. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for posting this! I'm 4'11" this is helpful!
You are welcome and thank you for watching.
Good video most important as long if she comfortable handles the bike never be afraid ask someone for help ride safe 👊
Her daily is a RG.Thanks, brother.
Too tall for a mini bike? No problem, just raise the seat 42”. Am I wrong, lol?
New video idea!! 🤣
It's still kinda sketchy being on one's tippy toes tho....It helped quite a bit. I'm not ready for a full dresser (tippy toes)....
everyone has to do what is best for them for sure. Thank you for watching.
any tips on getting the bike off the stand when the bike is parked on a hill? Was at an event with many bikes and guided parking. I didn't have a choice where to park and ended up on a steep incline. At first, I thought the bike was going over. Anyways, when we went to "kickstands-up", I could not get my bike off the stand and had to get help. Very embarrassing. Any tips are appreciated.
Great question and I will look into that.
Balance the bike, drive forward a little. Once the stand is unstuck or forward momentum pushes it rearward move it the rest of the way up. Rolling out of it helps. Just keep your foot clear and don't run it over. Remember you're on a bagger.
Nothing greater than a woman that can handle her own bike.
Thanks for watching.
In 5 7 male have a 2013 Roadglide Custom never knew the floorboard trick ill have to try it. Thanks Doll.
It is a great trick. Thank you for watching.
@@OMGMOTO Yeah I put a kickstand extender thing on it but I still struggle. Ill have to go in garage tomorrow and make sure mine flip up all the way. Never tried it.Thnks
That place looks like Harley-Davidson of Cool springs in Franklin Tennessee it's been a long time since I've been there I'd probably say 10 years since I last been there
Same store new owners.
Aren't motorcycles designed to not be lowered? When you lower them, don't you alter the design physics of the bike?
IDk, they make lowering kits form many things. I am not sure how it plays with the design of the bikes.
It’s all about balance and confidence! Though backing up can be a bit tough lol have to hit the gym do some squats
Yes sir and Thank you for watching.
I challenge this. I'm 5'2 and most bikes I cant even reach the controls let alone ride the bike. I think she's taller then you all say.
Well, maybe the next time you are in Franklin TN we can have a competition between you and Cortney. lol Thank you for watching.
@@OMGMOTO she will win lol