Gorgeous bike, you got me all perked up to get one just like it, then you reminded me of friends who had their Harley engines blow up due to no oil in the valve train, it ruined their rids and Harley was not there for them..they had the twin cam bikes... I am not going to get the new SGS unless I can find some reason to trust the bike will be well built and not just a money pit....
Beautiful ride for sure. I have had a co-pilot with me the last 43 years of my riding life so the backrest would have to go. I do hear the familiar HD clunk when down shifting, some things never change. I would love to ride with the new engine and feel the difference from my HD engines. If I were to pick between the SG and the RG the SD would win for sure. Thanks again and ride safe brother.
Your co-pilot is your backrest, lol. I'm glad they didn't eliminate the shift-clunk. I've always found it a bit comforting. I discovered this morning that it can be just as temperamental about finding neutral as any Harley, but the secret, at least to me, was to turn the ignition on. It clicks right in on the first try. I toyed with the idea of an RG, but while I think it looks mean from the front, I just don't care for the fixed fairing. Makes the thing look nose heavy and I don't care for how the instruments are angled. Ride safe yourself, bud, and throw up a video every now and then!
Color is awesome. Must be amazing in the sun. I have that same headlight on my wife's FreeWheeler trike. While it's better than the dual halogens I had on my 2001 RoadGlide it's no match for the DayMaker and LED spots on my Limited. If you ride at night you're gonna need a DayMaker on that new SGS. I plug my iPhone in so it'll charge and I can access the ipod for music while keeping a Bluetooth connection for telephone calls. I plug in with a wired Harley headset to communicate with a passenger that's plugged in, use voice recognition and telephone. Voice recognition works really well but you'll need to connect that mic setup somehow. Really happy with the setup on my '15 Limited. Ride safe and enjoy man!! Congrats!!
The video doesn't come close to doing justice to the paint job. I was afraid I would miss the Daymaker. I will also miss the aux lamps. Looks like I've already spent my income tax refund for next year! The SGS doesn't come with a hard connection for a headset so any comms with the bike will have to be done via bluetooth. We'll see how that works out. I'm positively giddy over this thing! Ride safe!
Your color is the opposite of mine, Black Quartz. I love Harley paint jobs, for the most part you get more than you initially thought the closer you get to the bike. Details like that are really cool. Regarding that clutch lever...it does let out late and you feel the assist and slip ramps working in the clutch itself. Amazing how much smaller the bikes without the tour pack look...that and your wide angle view.
Harley Trek - I have to say Thank You for these Vids of you getting your New Bike last year. I ended up going in and looking at both the Street Glide and Road Glide, I like the Street Glide from your vids But... I bought the Road Glide Special (Laguna Orange. The "Certificate of Origin" stated: 92 Horse Power... Dayemn!!) , it fit me better plus I liked the Dual - Brighter headlights that it came stock with & the Frame Mounted Fairing. I live in Portland OR, going to see if I can connect up with Shawn Smoak for a day ride out here when the weather dry's up. Anyway a Big Thank You!!
Thanks for watching, and congrats on your RGS! It's all about personal preference, and when you see that bike that speaks to you, you know that's the one. Ride safe!
Great walk around and ride. Sena won't pair to the bike wirelessly, but Sena is coming out with FreeWire, which will resolve that issue. Freedom Shields make great aftermarket products. I put a 9" one on mine and it made a big difference. Enjoy the ride brother.
If by tall you mean short, then yes it is! I'm 5'8" and it fits perfectly. I'll be interested to see how the stock seat feels after a long day in the saddle. Loving your videos, pal!
Thanks, I'm having a blast doing this MV thingy!! By "us tall peeps," I was talking about me and the other couple guys in my head. Lol!! I thought you had mentioned that there was extra peg room, my bad! ✌️
I could definitely hear it when you up shifted and downshifted. Other reviews I have read said the 2017 bikes were much quieter in regard to shifting. Your bike does not appear to be so. Good review!
If you mount a RAM recommend the universal handlebar mount but then get the 1" extension. That way it doesn't stick out too far. Works & looks great. Take a look at Shawn Smoak's on his 2017 SGS.
You need to get a Sena Freewire in order to interface your Sena 10s or 20s to your Harley. Harmon-Kardon did not make the system bluetooth headset compliant, so this is the easiest way to do it. The Freewire acts as an invisible cable from the Harley plug to the headset. Also, since you don't have an Ultra like I do, you will have to install the 7 pin DIN connector on your Glide in order to make use of this feature.
That is one SEXY bike, brother. That paint is gorgeous! I notice you don't have heat shields. Notice any heat issues? I love how you can see the engine more on your bike than on mine. Beautiful engine! Sounds great too. So refined. It is such a pleasure to see you on this fantastic machine! Enjoy and keep the rubber on the road!
Thank you, brother! Heat isn't terrible even without shields although I have them on order. This model doesn't come with them. The power plant is more showcased on the SGS versus the Limited, but I know you're loving the sound as well! I don't think I'll have any problem resisting the temptation to Stage this bike. I asked about break-in and they told me that it didn't need any babying, just bring it in for the 1K service.
True to all of the above! I think I'm have a bit of a timing issue between shifting and throttle engagement, totally operator error. This is my first throttle by wire bike so I just have to make the adjustment. This thing is so powerful stock that a Stage 1 would be scary for me!
Yep, either the stubby or hidden antenna. The wind isn't bad with the fairing vent, but I'll keep that in mind. I've discovered the halogen headlight is terrible. Need to get another Day Maker. Ride safe and thanks for watching!
thx for posting. and if you want something diff and in my opinion better then the day maker, the paul yaffe "never night" headlights is better then the day maker when it comes to the corners and look. check them out there about the same price.
Some people claim using different transmission oil helps with the clunk that you are hearing when changing gears. Red line transmission oil is one that I hear works good. I know you are a long time harley guy and you might already know this so I apologize in advance Enjoy your new toy.
I do the same thing on a 4 lane road because I can't even remember how many times some idiot made a right turn in front of me coming from a side street. I've come close to trading paint with many cars for that reason. Like you said just a safety thing...And don't get me started on how many times somebody made a left in front of me.......
That is one beautiful bike. I'm looking forward to test-driving one of these tomorrow. How do you still feel about yours? Would you do anything different?
Pick your RPMs up a little bit on shifting 2500+ and rev match on downshifting and about 80% of that noise will go away my new 2016 softail slim S screaming eagle 110 does the same thing when I shift lazy but I'm looking at a road king or street glide to purchase at the beginning of the year but I'm Diggin that white
Thanks for the tip! Now that it's broken in, I need to get out of the habit of babying it. I love the Softail Slims! The white on the new bikes is amazing in person. The best selling color is Vivid Black, but I like to buck the color trend and pick something you don't see a lot of. It definitely gets noticed! Either bike you choose is a dream, but I have a friend, Freedom Rider, who has a 16 Road King and has just bought a 17 SGS. He takes delivery in January. Thanks for watching!
Great looking bike. I am sure you had to render one of your kidneys or your first born, Great choice I am sure Cash is going to be a great bike for you. You are the third person I subscribe to that purchased a new bike in the last few days. Best to you Harley Trek!
Thank you very much for the kind wishes, FB! A kidney it was as I don't have children, but worth it so far. Ask me again after the first payment's due, lol!
The current 6.5 GT Boom Box does not have a headset profile programmed in from the manufacturer. Are they working on it is anyone's guess. You'll have to add the headset jack or adaptor that plugs into the back of the radio. The plug will be mounted to the side of the tank console on top of the tank. That's the only way you'll be able to use the voice command feature as well as answer phone calls and other neat features this unit offers.
Thank you for putting this video together. I have been interested to see how this one rides, and it seems like the only question remaining is which color? Out of interest, how do you record your audio? Nice work mate.
Hello HarleyTrek...Congratulations on the new bike. I'm planning on getting either a Street or Road Glide before the year ends. I'm wondering, How long did it take for them to add the accessories? Was it a same day deal or did you come later to pick it up? Keep the great videos coming and ride safe...
Thank you and thanks for subscribing! You won't regret the decision to go with a 107, regardless of model. Once they ran my credit, they asked me for my list, took me around to pick them out, and had them on in about an hour. It was a giddy feeling to walk around the store and say I'll take that and that and that! The only thing they didn't have in stock was the mid-frame heat deflectors. I will have to go back for those. Ride safe!
I had everything done when I bought the bike, and I waited. Was there about 3 hours from test ride to ready to roll out. If you add the upgrades at the time of purchase, it can be financed into the loan. It was about 1500 bucks for what they did, and then I put about 800.00 more in later with windshield, LED lights, and luggage rack. Thanks for watching!
Have a question when you ride how much wind do you get in your face with the low wind shield? I am considering buying one of these bikes but the windshield bothers me on how many bugs I will take in the face at nite
The low windshield looks bad-a**, but is totally useless at speeds greater than 30 mph. I'm 5'8" and it may as well had none at all. I went with a Freedom Shields windshield, 7 inch dark gray tint. Much better
i do get naming it cash cuz it will be the only cash u have until paid off lol....but when i think of cash i think of the man in black......i just but a new HD myself....2016.5 Lowrider S
I have a 2016 special....what you do is buy and install a 7 pin din plug on the dash. get a sena freewire, hook it to the 7 pin. then Bluetooth your phone to the bike and Bluetooth your sena to your helmet through the 7 pin. all will work, go to law abiding biker.com to see all info about using sena and 7 pin din.
Thanks for commenting! I have seen that option, but there's still stuff you have to bolt to the handle bars, which is not elegant. My gripe is that the top of the model line should be fully equipped without having to buy the Ultra line. There is an option of mounting the connector inside the fairing and routing the wiring for the Freewire into the media garage, which may actually be the direction that I go. Thanks for watching, and ride safe!
There is so much wind with that bike and road glide that will rip you off the seat. How do people stand it??? Taller shield or wind dampeners? Would anything work??? Please help as I'm looking to own one of the two. Thanks
Personally, I don't think there is a huge amount of wind on this bike. There is wind, yes, but compared to my Sportster with no fairing it's a night and day difference. There is more wind than on my former Ultra Classic. You can go with a taller windshield and fairing wind deflectors. You can even go so far as to install hard lower fairings like an Electra Glide. That's the biggest thing to get used to is more wind on my legs. They make soft lowers that go over the highway bars, and I've heard good reviews for. The bike is fantastic, but there are definitely steps you can take if you want to cut the amount of wind you're experiencing. Take care and thanks for watching!
Thanks for the feedback. All good info. I may go ride a few different bikes to see the difference. Videos are cool. Love the new bike. Thanks again.....
Wished we could ride together..it would be great fun..but we live in 2 different parts of the USA...it would be a Hoot though...ride the Wind in yer Face..always be Safe Tornado Alley Riders Phil Layman Wichita,Kansas F-4...smoking
ronleon62 Harley did 4 valves back in the 40s too soooo, welcome to what? if you're going to be a fucktard smart-ass, say something useful like new M8 having low oil pressure cause by faulty oil pumps and bad crank clearance. needing to change cam out due to 3psi oil pressure at idle which is 2 psi below warning level of 5 psi. I could go on but you seem too fucking dimwitted to understand.
@ ronleon62: How about 100 plus ft-lbs right off idle, being able to pull hard from a stop and able to cruise at 85mph plus on the highway at low rpms. This is what a cruiser is meant to do. HD got it right.
My tranny is very "clunky" as well. Sounds like two steel plates clanging together unless you shift very deliberately and at the right RPM. Don't mush it into gear on the upshift, do it with some conviction, lol.
+ Kristopher Nielsen. Congrats on the new Indian. I was negotiating for a new Springfield at the same time, but the Indian dealership just wouldn't budge on my trade-ins. I was trading in two bikes mind you. They were offering $2,500 less than Harley. Harley worked with me, didn't charge for freight and set-up fees, and actually cut their asking price by $500. Indian wouldn't budge on either of those issues. I agree, both bikes are amazing, a toss up really. But honestly, had Indian matched Harley's offer, or even come close to it, I'd probably be on that Springfield right now, lol. Can't look back now though. You enjoy as well and ride safe.
Beautiful bike, congrats! Definitely upgrade the headlight check out the 75W LED headlight from ScootLights.com. Regarding the idiot on the cell phone I vote that motorcyclists should be permitted to Sh*^ any automobile driver on a cell phone.
That would be awesome if they did! I doubt it, but local bikes are white and blue while Georgia State are gray and Tennessee are tan. Thanks for watching!
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Mark, the view, at the end there, where that truck came into your ride all of a sudden, was beyond BREATHTAKING! I want to go there!!
There are definitely some beautiful roads around here, but from what I've seen there are plenty in your neck of the woods as well!
I like how you dress up the new machine!! The back rest is a huge plus in my book! Allows you to ride for hrs at a time.
Ride safe😎
Thanks Krazy Kool! Want to keep him clean looking but a backrest is a must for me! RSMF
The heal shifter is great. You save on the toes of your boots. Great looking bike! Ride Safe
I just bought this bike today, so excited. I pick it up on Monday. Thanks for sharing this video.
Congratulations! Welcome to the SGS club! Well, not a club actually, just a bunch of folks with exceedingly good taste!
it’s beautiful to see this bike in your garage every morning.
Have not seen this video of yours so watching it now. That is one sexy bike...I love it!
He's a stunner, for sure!
Thanks for the review and congrats on your new ride. Enjoy!
Enjoyed the video very much. Almost like I was on the bike. Nice countryside!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Gorgeous bike, you got me all perked up to get one just like it, then you reminded me of friends who had their Harley engines blow up due to no oil in the valve train, it ruined their rids and Harley was not there for them..they had the twin cam bikes... I am not going to get the new SGS unless I can find some reason to trust the bike will be well built and not just a money pit....
I just bought one. This is my dream bike. I love the ride! Stay safe
Beautiful ride for sure. I have had a co-pilot with me the last 43 years of my riding life so the backrest would have to go. I do hear the familiar HD clunk when down shifting, some things never change. I would love to ride with the new engine and feel the difference from my HD engines. If I were to pick between the SG and the RG the SD would win for sure. Thanks again and ride safe brother.
Your co-pilot is your backrest, lol. I'm glad they didn't eliminate the shift-clunk. I've always found it a bit comforting. I discovered this morning that it can be just as temperamental about finding neutral as any Harley, but the secret, at least to me, was to turn the ignition on. It clicks right in on the first try. I toyed with the idea of an RG, but while I think it looks mean from the front, I just don't care for the fixed fairing. Makes the thing look nose heavy and I don't care for how the instruments are angled. Ride safe yourself, bud, and throw up a video every now and then!
Sweet bike Harley! I would not have buyers remorse either! Safe riding man.
Color is awesome. Must be amazing in the sun. I have that same headlight on my wife's FreeWheeler trike. While it's better than the dual halogens I had on my 2001 RoadGlide it's no match for the DayMaker and LED spots on my Limited. If you ride at night you're gonna need a DayMaker on that new SGS.
I plug my iPhone in so it'll charge and I can access the ipod for music while keeping a Bluetooth connection for telephone calls. I plug in with a wired Harley headset to communicate with a passenger that's plugged in, use voice recognition and telephone. Voice recognition works really well but you'll need to connect that mic setup somehow. Really happy with the setup on my '15 Limited.
Ride safe and enjoy man!! Congrats!!
The video doesn't come close to doing justice to the paint job. I was afraid I would miss the Daymaker. I will also miss the aux lamps. Looks like I've already spent my income tax refund for next year! The SGS doesn't come with a hard connection for a headset so any comms with the bike will have to be done via bluetooth. We'll see how that works out. I'm positively giddy over this thing! Ride safe!
Your color is the opposite of mine, Black Quartz. I love Harley paint jobs, for the most part you get more than you initially thought the closer you get to the bike. Details like that are really cool. Regarding that clutch lever...it does let out late and you feel the assist and slip ramps working in the clutch itself. Amazing how much smaller the bikes without the tour pack look...that and your wide angle view.
I enjoyed this ride with you, it was like being there. Beautiful bike.
Thank you very much! After having him almost a year and a half now, I'm as still in love as the day I rode him off the lot.
Harley Trek - I have to say Thank You for these Vids of you getting your New Bike last year. I ended up going in and looking at both the Street Glide and Road Glide, I like the Street Glide from your vids But... I bought the Road Glide Special (Laguna Orange. The "Certificate of Origin" stated: 92 Horse Power... Dayemn!!) , it fit me better plus I liked the Dual - Brighter headlights that it came stock with & the Frame Mounted Fairing. I live in Portland OR, going to see if I can connect up with Shawn Smoak for a day ride out here when the weather dry's up. Anyway a Big Thank You!!
Thanks for watching, and congrats on your RGS! It's all about personal preference, and when you see that bike that speaks to you, you know that's the one. Ride safe!
I have a 2016 road king with crushed ice and frosted pearl paint. Absolutely love it.
Fantastic color, isn't it?
HarleyTrek absolutely love it!
Looks like you two are getting along just fine !
We're hitting it off brilliantly!
Great walk around and ride. Sena won't pair to the bike wirelessly, but Sena is coming out with FreeWire, which will resolve that issue. Freedom Shields make great aftermarket products. I put a 9" one on mine and it made a big difference. Enjoy the ride brother.
Saw the link you sent, and I think that's the answer!
Cash? Good name! That's a big bike - whole lotta Cash! Be well. Ride safe. God bless.
More cash than I've ever spent on a vehicle...but he's worth every penny! Ride safe and bless you as well!
Seems like it's a good bike for us tall guys. Looks great! Thanks for this vid!!✌️
If by tall you mean short, then yes it is! I'm 5'8" and it fits perfectly. I'll be interested to see how the stock seat feels after a long day in the saddle. Loving your videos, pal!
Thanks, I'm having a blast doing this MV thingy!!
By "us tall peeps," I was talking about me and the other couple guys in my head. Lol!! I thought you had mentioned that there was extra peg room, my bad! ✌️
I'm not that tall.
Freedom, you're a GIANT in my eyes!!
I'm so in love with your bike :) i am saving up for a 2019 model !!!
Great ride man. So happy for you.
Thanks Dave! I can't fairly compare the SGS to the 05 Ultra, but this bike is so light and nimble. Betty could be a bit of a pig to maneuver!
really nice bike. Congratulations!
dude, Vance and Hines power duals, screamin eagle air intake... nuff said..beautiful bike brother
Congrats btw on the new ride!!!
Thanks, my friend!
That bike is so cool!
It's looking good .. Good that you put some accessories on that fit your needs.
Best to do it from the get go. The only thing that will have to wait now is the Daymaker headlight and if they ever make a luggage rack to suit me.
I could definitely hear it when you up shifted and downshifted. Other reviews I have read said the 2017 bikes were much quieter in regard to shifting. Your bike does not appear to be so. Good review!
If you mount a RAM recommend the universal handlebar mount but then get the 1" extension. That way it doesn't stick out too far. Works & looks great. Take a look at Shawn Smoak's on his 2017 SGS.
Think that's the way to go as well, pal. Even though HD moved the power point to the other side of the fairing. thanks for commenting and ride safe!
You need to get a Sena Freewire in order to interface your Sena 10s or 20s to your Harley. Harmon-Kardon did not make the system bluetooth headset compliant, so this is the easiest way to do it. The Freewire acts as an invisible cable from the Harley plug to the headset. Also, since you don't have an Ultra like I do, you will have to install the 7 pin DIN connector on your Glide in order to make use of this feature.
I wish they kept the pinstripe on the specials - nice little subtle extra
Nice bike. Nice color.
That is one SEXY bike, brother. That paint is gorgeous! I notice you don't have heat shields. Notice any heat issues? I love how you can see the engine more on your bike than on mine. Beautiful engine! Sounds great too. So refined.
It is such a pleasure to see you on this fantastic machine! Enjoy and keep the rubber on the road!
Thank you, brother! Heat isn't terrible even without shields although I have them on order. This model doesn't come with them. The power plant is more showcased on the SGS versus the Limited, but I know you're loving the sound as well! I don't think I'll have any problem resisting the temptation to Stage this bike. I asked about break-in and they told me that it didn't need any babying, just bring it in for the 1K service.
It seems as though it sounds pretty good stock :-) I have been hearing that it shifts smoother than the 14-16. Smoother start out of 1st.
True to all of the above! I think I'm have a bit of a timing issue between shifting and throttle engagement, totally operator error. This is my first throttle by wire bike so I just have to make the adjustment. This thing is so powerful stock that a Stage 1 would be scary for me!
HarleyTrek
Really ? Even though I just bought my 16, I have that bike envy going on Lol ....
Super informative vid...My first time riding a harley, nice..LOL...T.Y.....
Nice vid thanks for the ride.
you need the stubby antenna and clockworks windshield. def go for the day maker as well
Yep, either the stubby or hidden antenna. The wind isn't bad with the fairing vent, but I'll keep that in mind. I've discovered the halogen headlight is terrible. Need to get another Day Maker. Ride safe and thanks for watching!
thx for posting. and if you want something diff and in my opinion better then the day maker, the paul yaffe "never night" headlights is better then the day maker when it comes to the corners and look. check them out there about the same price.
Some people claim using different transmission oil helps with the clunk that you are hearing when changing gears. Red line transmission oil is one that I hear works good. I know you are a long time harley guy and you might already know this so I apologize in advance
Enjoy your new toy.
I'm just catching up with you. I bought a 2019 and just love the 107! How much fun is one supposed to have?
That one is easy, as much as you can stand then keep on going!
that is just several kinds of sexy.. lol awesome vid
May I ask a question? Why do you ride in the left lane when there are 2 lanes? Is it a safety reason?
I do the same thing on a 4 lane road because I can't even remember how many times some idiot made a right turn in front of me coming from a side street. I've come close to trading paint with many cars for that reason. Like you said just a safety thing...And don't get me started on how many times somebody made a left in front of me.......
That is one beautiful bike. I'm looking forward to test-driving one of these tomorrow. How do you still feel about yours? Would you do anything different?
"Def old school the more chrome the better :)"
Beautiful bike he is.
Checkout the primary, has it been improved for 2017 ??
Pick your RPMs up a little bit on shifting 2500+ and rev match on downshifting and about 80% of that noise will go away my new 2016 softail slim S screaming eagle 110 does the same thing when I shift lazy but I'm looking at a road king or street glide to purchase at the beginning of the year but I'm Diggin that white
Thanks for the tip! Now that it's broken in, I need to get out of the habit of babying it. I love the Softail Slims! The white on the new bikes is amazing in person. The best selling color is Vivid Black, but I like to buck the color trend and pick something you don't see a lot of. It definitely gets noticed! Either bike you choose is a dream, but I have a friend, Freedom Rider, who has a 16 Road King and has just bought a 17 SGS. He takes delivery in January. Thanks for watching!
Great looking bike. I am sure you had to render one of your kidneys or your first born, Great choice I am sure Cash is going to be a great bike for you. You are the third person I subscribe to that purchased a new bike in the last few days. Best to you Harley Trek!
Thank you very much for the kind wishes, FB! A kidney it was as I don't have children, but worth it so far. Ask me again after the first payment's due, lol!
The current 6.5 GT Boom Box does not have a headset profile programmed in from the manufacturer. Are they working on it is anyone's guess. You'll have to add the headset jack or adaptor that plugs into the back of the radio. The plug will be mounted to the side of the tank console on top of the tank. That's the only way you'll be able to use the voice command feature as well as answer phone calls and other neat features this unit offers.
Beautiful bike!
Thank you! I've grown quite fond of him, myself!
Thank you for putting this video together. I have been interested to see how this one rides, and it seems like the only question remaining is which color? Out of interest, how do you record your audio? Nice work mate.
Which color indeed! I'm using the Sena 10C for video and audio. Thanks for watching!
Hello HarleyTrek...Congratulations on the new bike. I'm planning on getting either a Street or Road Glide before the year ends. I'm wondering, How long did it take for them to add the accessories? Was it a same day deal or did you come later to pick it up? Keep the great videos coming and ride safe...
Thank you and thanks for subscribing! You won't regret the decision to go with a 107, regardless of model. Once they ran my credit, they asked me for my list, took me around to pick them out, and had them on in about an hour. It was a giddy feeling to walk around the store and say I'll take that and that and that! The only thing they didn't have in stock was the mid-frame heat deflectors. I will have to go back for those. Ride safe!
Nice. I bought my 2017 not long ago. Pearl white.
that white is beautiful! did the dealer install all the upgrades while you waited? or did you have to make an appointment and come back later?
I had everything done when I bought the bike, and I waited. Was there about 3 hours from test ride to ready to roll out. If you add the upgrades at the time of purchase, it can be financed into the loan. It was about 1500 bucks for what they did, and then I put about 800.00 more in later with windshield, LED lights, and luggage rack. Thanks for watching!
that's a great looking bike
Many thanks! He's fantastic!
congrats on the bike..
Be proud of it 👌🏼
Have a question when you ride how much wind do you get in your face with the low wind shield? I am considering buying one of these bikes but the windshield bothers me on how many bugs I will take in the face at nite
The low windshield looks bad-a**, but is totally useless at speeds greater than 30 mph. I'm 5'8" and it may as well had none at all. I went with a Freedom Shields windshield, 7 inch dark gray tint. Much better
street glide vs street glide special?
I would love to learn how to ride. that's an awesome bike
Take the bull, or bike by the handlebars and just do it! Nothing ventured, nothing gained!
i do get naming it cash cuz it will be the only cash u have until paid off lol....but when i think of cash i think of the man in black......i just but a new HD myself....2016.5 Lowrider S
You don't have a new chassis. You have the M8 and different suspension. Those were the only changes.
I have a 2016 special....what you do is buy and install a 7 pin din plug on the dash. get a sena freewire, hook it to the 7 pin. then Bluetooth your phone to the bike and Bluetooth your sena to your helmet through the 7 pin. all will work, go to law abiding biker.com to see all info about using sena and 7 pin din.
Thanks for commenting! I have seen that option, but there's still stuff you have to bolt to the handle bars, which is not elegant. My gripe is that the top of the model line should be fully equipped without having to buy the Ultra line. There is an option of mounting the connector inside the fairing and routing the wiring for the Freewire into the media garage, which may actually be the direction that I go. Thanks for watching, and ride safe!
There is so much wind with that bike and road glide that will rip you off the seat. How do people stand it??? Taller shield or wind dampeners? Would anything work??? Please help as I'm looking to own one of the two. Thanks
Personally, I don't think there is a huge amount of wind on this bike. There is wind, yes, but compared to my Sportster with no fairing it's a night and day difference. There is more wind than on my former Ultra Classic. You can go with a taller windshield and fairing wind deflectors. You can even go so far as to install hard lower fairings like an Electra Glide. That's the biggest thing to get used to is more wind on my legs. They make soft lowers that go over the highway bars, and I've heard good reviews for. The bike is fantastic, but there are definitely steps you can take if you want to cut the amount of wind you're experiencing. Take care and thanks for watching!
Thanks for the feedback. All good info. I may go ride a few different bikes to see the difference. Videos are cool. Love the new bike. Thanks again.....
I love my soft lowers! They will be coming with me
on any future bike that I own, that's a 4sure.
What is "Seena"?
Thomas Waibel sena is a Bluetooth device you install in a helmet
I can afford it so im going in guys thanks for the help
Wished we could ride together..it would be great fun..but we live in 2 different parts of the USA...it would be a Hoot though...ride the Wind in yer Face..always be Safe
Tornado Alley Riders
Phil Layman
Wichita,Kansas
F-4...smoking
Four valves per cylinder! 85hp! Wow, welcome to 1980, HD!!
ronleon62 Harley did 4 valves back in the 40s too soooo, welcome to what? if you're going to be a fucktard smart-ass, say something useful like new M8 having low oil pressure cause by faulty oil pumps and bad crank clearance. needing to change cam out due to 3psi oil pressure at idle which is 2 psi below warning level of 5 psi. I could go on but you seem too fucking dimwitted to understand.
@ ronleon62: How about 100 plus ft-lbs right off idle, being able to pull hard from a stop and able to cruise at 85mph plus on the highway at low rpms. This is what a cruiser is meant to do. HD got it right.
My tranny is very "clunky" as well. Sounds like two steel plates clanging together unless you shift very deliberately and at the right RPM. Don't mush it into gear on the upshift, do it with some conviction, lol.
Harley Daidson
Tommy Smoth
Harley I want to get one but im scare of the price should I just do it and don't worry about all that stuff?
I'm going to do it thanks
I agree with Kristopher! If you can afford it, go for it. You do only go around once, but don't let me spend your money, lol!
Thank you guys for the help
I was in the same boat. Finally pulled the trigger on a 2017 SGS. No regrets. Life is too short.
+ Kristopher Nielsen. Congrats on the new Indian. I was negotiating for a new Springfield at the same time, but the Indian dealership just wouldn't budge on my trade-ins. I was trading in two bikes mind you. They were offering $2,500 less than Harley. Harley worked with me, didn't charge for freight and set-up fees, and actually cut their asking price by $500. Indian wouldn't budge on either of those issues. I agree, both bikes are amazing, a toss up really. But honestly, had Indian matched Harley's offer, or even come close to it, I'd probably be on that Springfield right now, lol. Can't look back now though. You enjoy as well and ride safe.
Beautiful bike, congrats! Definitely upgrade the headlight check out the 75W LED headlight from ScootLights.com. Regarding the idiot on the cell phone I vote that motorcyclists should be permitted to Sh*^ any automobile driver on a cell phone.
I'm definitely exploring LED options. The headlight leaves a lot to be desired.
do people think you are on a police bike?
That would be awesome if they did! I doubt it, but local bikes are white and blue while Georgia State are gray and Tennessee are tan. Thanks for watching!
please don't get the harley daymaker, it's a ripoff look into moons mc headlights.
You don't want to buy "an overly priced Harley unit." ???
lol, what it meant to say was a Harley specific unit. I already have the Sena 10C and I don't want to add a hard connection for a wired headset.
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