Electra Glide Highway King Review (FLHFB) - 3rd Bike in the Harley-Davidson Icon Collection

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  • Опубліковано 22 січ 2025

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  • @dennythomas8887
    @dennythomas8887 Рік тому +78

    My dad's first brand new Harley was a 68 Electra Glide that he bought from you guys (Laidlaw"s)

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Рік тому +21

      Wow nice!! Gonna pin this comment.

    • @vinmanr2d2
      @vinmanr2d2 Рік тому +3

      @@MattLaidlaw
      WOW~ A missed opportunity to invite him down to get a deal on the "68" revival !
      Oh well , at least I bought one !

    • @jayteesgear
      @jayteesgear Рік тому +1

      Wow!

    • @armo7488
      @armo7488 Рік тому

      ​] ]) l

  • @markmaese1599
    @markmaese1599 Рік тому +15

    Nice! Harley brought back a bike from the 60's and Matt brought back a mustache from the 70's.

    • @mojomanmurph1925
      @mojomanmurph1925 Рік тому +2

      He has an Instagram account for his mustache. No kidding. Great sense of humor.

    • @markmaese1599
      @markmaese1599 Рік тому +2

      @@mojomanmurph1925 I didn't believe you at first. That's too funny!

  • @whitewalls4409
    @whitewalls4409 Рік тому +11

    I don't know what to say other than the most beautiful motorcycle I have ever seen!!!

  • @Nils_Martin
    @Nils_Martin Рік тому +6

    The Highway King just makes me happy. A big smile everytime i see them, and it's impossible to choose color because both are stunning!

  • @ianmorgan7198
    @ianmorgan7198 Рік тому +14

    The Electra Glide Highway King in Magenta has to be the best looking bike H-D have launched in a long time, a truly beautiful looking bike.

  • @chopdog
    @chopdog Рік тому +13

    I like it - can't afford it - bring back the standard Road King!

    • @sportyonetaubert5923
      @sportyonetaubert5923 Рік тому +2

      Have a strong hunch it will be back with updates like they did with the Breakout.

  • @DeonPretorius-f9g
    @DeonPretorius-f9g 10 місяців тому +1

    68 was a good year. I was born. Love it.

  • @sharkzf6
    @sharkzf6 Рік тому +10

    I love my 21 Revival! People don't realize how comfortable it is to ride with the pogo stick seat. Plus it handles like a dream! You can put it anywhere and it doesn't complain! 😎

  • @joeguzman3558
    @joeguzman3558 Рік тому +3

    I'm speechless - what a beautiful bike - it's unbelievable beautiful

  • @KrakensGarageandAdventures
    @KrakensGarageandAdventures Рік тому +5

    Huge respect to your dad. He didn't miss his guess by much. Proud Revival owner here in VA.

  • @Squatch_Rider66
    @Squatch_Rider66 Рік тому +5

    The magenta looks off the charts nice. Wish I had that kind of moolah

  • @johnbrooks241
    @johnbrooks241 Рік тому +4

    Close your eyes and listen - the two generations of Laidlaw sound IDENTICAL!! Great stuff gents!

  • @tobypaone3426
    @tobypaone3426 Рік тому +12

    The Icon collection is really cool. As a Road King owner and rider, I'm glad HD is still making the RK Standard as part of its Icon collection and hopefully not discontinuing the RK altogether. The magenta hits my sweet spot. I've seen the orange in person but like the magenta better. Good video as always!

  • @pauldinkel4255
    @pauldinkel4255 Рік тому +9

    I would go with the orange. I love this bike...it's unique, really fuckin' cool, with current technology.

  • @DWRECKED91
    @DWRECKED91 Рік тому +28

    The motor company did a great job in my opinion, it looks awesome and is a classic beauty.

  • @ritesideofthefence5857
    @ritesideofthefence5857 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely love the Orange

  • @MATTTHEGREETER
    @MATTTHEGREETER Рік тому +4

    I'm digging these Icons. That magenta is where it's at

  • @pyrolysis2129
    @pyrolysis2129 Рік тому +3

    One of these with a 135 in it would be a dream bike. Love my Road King Special but would have gotten this if it was available at the time. Beautiful bike. The Magenta one is my favorite.

  • @91rickybaker
    @91rickybaker Рік тому +1

    I seen the magenta colored one in person today at my local harley dealership Powder Keg Harley Davidson in mason, Oh. Anyways it was literally the most gorgeous bike on the floor, it blew me, my dad, and uncle away and left us talking about it for many hours after!

  • @kennethrodricks582
    @kennethrodricks582 Рік тому +2

    Hey Matt....the Highway King is awesome ....love both colors...you should do a full video with Jerry ......industrial knowledge in his head is crazy huge...their must be stories for days ...lol...thanks for another great video..kr

  • @keithgrills5330
    @keithgrills5330 Рік тому +1

    I don't usually comment. But I love that trivia bit you did with the owner. That was awesome. He knows his stuff

  • @raysalazar965
    @raysalazar965 9 днів тому +1

    Beautiful Bike! I am considering buying a bike and from you guys!

  • @arnesobolewski1584
    @arnesobolewski1584 Рік тому +3

    That was simply a absolut awesome Bike ... this is a Modell that let my Heart higher ... a real HD Style ... I like the Red one but the orange is awesome too ... THAT is my Way of Style ... Best Quality in Classic Look
    I SIMPLY Love it ...
    Thanks for showing it Matt 😊

  • @Jim_Berry
    @Jim_Berry Рік тому +5

    Hey Matt, absolutely love it! The magenta color is my favorite. If I could add another bike to my garage, I would buy one in a heartbeat. Also, the memories from Jerry are priceless. Later…

  • @checker3694
    @checker3694 Рік тому +2

    A fabulous bike, i want one in orange, hope Harley keep doing stuff like this.

  • @davidgomez9018
    @davidgomez9018 Рік тому +8

    Matt,
    They're both awesome colors but, the orange stands out!
    It was just certain parts of the video that made it (side view while test riding) appear shorter in length. I've seen that happen elsewhere.
    You rock and thank you for sharing!

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for weighing in man. Yea the fish eye lens makes it look shorter

    • @51stStatesman
      @51stStatesman Рік тому

      I agree. I definitely like the orange better than the red.

  • @Wajang1
    @Wajang1 4 місяці тому +1

    The orange color is very cool...

  • @tippytailmckitty2658
    @tippytailmckitty2658 Рік тому +3

    I love the look of this bike. I'm a sucker for whitewall tires.

  • @mojomanmurph1925
    @mojomanmurph1925 Рік тому +1

    Always enjoy listening to Mr. Jerry talk about Harley's. Would be nice to have experienced decades of selling Harleys. What would be cool is to take him to the Wheels Through Time museum in Maggie Valley, NC and just stand with him and the staff to just listen to them talk about the motorcycles.

  • @billsmith5069
    @billsmith5069 Рік тому +2

    Another outstanding video Matt! Your ICON REVIVAL video, made me buy one! Great review, see you soon. FRAN

  • @daemon9737
    @daemon9737 Рік тому +2

    Nice overview and always enjoy the history as well. Such a nice bike!!

  • @9ictv2
    @9ictv2 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Matt, and Jerry! Love the icon idea, look forward to the next ones!

  • @davymac9866
    @davymac9866 Рік тому +5

    This shouldn't have been a limited icon. This should've been a part of the normal range with the 114 engine I feel personally. Great video as always Matt 👍

  • @Stevel_
    @Stevel_ Рік тому +2

    When I was growing up Vans were skateboarding shoes. Apparently sometime in the last 10 years they became the motorcycling boots of choice. This is a very nice looking bike; love the classic styling.

    • @LA-ff6zk
      @LA-ff6zk Рік тому +2

      I think what happened was the new generation chose style over function. They look cool, but would probably not hold up well in a crash.

    • @Stevel_
      @Stevel_ Рік тому

      @@LA-ff6zk no they wouldn't at all.. lol

  • @PaulWannenburg
    @PaulWannenburg Рік тому +1

    Still have my stock 75 Electraglide. Glad to see those Hi Fi colours back. One thing Americans excell at is spraypainting. The top of the windscreen should be set to be level with your nose height .

  • @matrox
    @matrox Рік тому +2

    Now dats ol' skool cool! HD needs to go back to its roots with bikes like the styling of the 77' Superglide Low rider and Sportster. Those 2 along with this Electra Glide are the 3 last really prettiest bikes they made.

  • @speedpig513
    @speedpig513 Рік тому +4

    “120 years of continuous business” 🤣🤣 love it!

  • @maxwatts6847
    @maxwatts6847 Рік тому +2

    I just bought a 2023 Street Glide Special in Baja Orange so I would have to go with the orange

  • @cliveschley6970
    @cliveschley6970 Рік тому +1

    Great video Matt, as usual! Amazing bike, get mine delivered to Germany in orange in August, will look beautiful next to my 2020 CVO Street Glide.

  • @steveeldridge5150
    @steveeldridge5150 Рік тому +1

    Just got one from timber town Harley in Salem Oregon, what a steal rides like a dream, seat height could be a problem for smaller riders I am 6ft and it only just works
    Reno here I come (north meets south)

  • @geraldgoodiii6993
    @geraldgoodiii6993 Рік тому +3

    I’m fighting this one off HARD.
    I have a 2019 FLHR that’s paid off ..
    That hi fi orange … it makes me weak in the knees

  • @rtoledo2
    @rtoledo2 Рік тому +1

    Love that magenta windshield !

  • @markmcintosh7095
    @markmcintosh7095 Рік тому +4

    I'm pretty sure I'm getting the orange tomorrow. I'm 5'10" and I'm flat footed on it. I do plan on getting a Corbin for it.

    • @MarkR973
      @MarkR973 Рік тому +2

      Oh thanks! I am 5'10" and ordered the magenta !! Good luck !! I'm in NJ

    • @markmcintosh7095
      @markmcintosh7095 Рік тому +2

      @@MarkR973 Good luck and congratulations nothing like getting a new Harley.

    • @MarkR973
      @MarkR973 Рік тому +1

      @@markmcintosh7095 thanks !

    • @markmcintosh7095
      @markmcintosh7095 Рік тому +2

      I got mine I'm having LEDs and Legend 13 " shocks installed before I pick it up.

  • @kayuko4766
    @kayuko4766 10 місяців тому +1

    👍👍👍👍old school waiting 50 years for a real mans bike

  • @joeguzman3558
    @joeguzman3558 Рік тому +1

    With a back support and the front fender some chrome defence like they did in those days

  • @sprinklescycles
    @sprinklescycles Рік тому +2

    The blue and white harley Elvis owned was for sale in Bedford, Texas at the dealership. It was there when I got my 2021 sportster. $16,500 not a bad price....

  • @tkchillin2065
    @tkchillin2065 Рік тому +1

    New Bike but an instant classic. This bike just screams Harley Davidson...love it!!!

  • @MrApiiinr
    @MrApiiinr Рік тому +2

    This is the perfect Icon model. I wish I could afford just a regular RK.

  • @chopsjourneys4502
    @chopsjourneys4502 Рік тому +3

    A nice looking bike well done Harley Davidson.. great video Matt

  • @TheJaxsonjack
    @TheJaxsonjack Рік тому

    Traded my '17 Road King for a '21 Road Glide Special. While the RGS was certainly a nice bike, I felt "Buyer Remorse" after a season on it and longed for my Road King back. This looks to be the bike for me!
    Love the content of this channel, especially the road trippin' vids!

  • @aarondeere
    @aarondeere Рік тому +1

    Hd is rockin it. New cvos coming out and these retro bikes. Hitting on all cylinders

  • @John-cc1pc
    @John-cc1pc Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful bike. I would love it in red but the magenta looks pink - not to my taste.
    Love the bottom of the screen coloured as Harley did with the Heritage - love that old school look. 😊
    Thanx. Matt. Ride safe. 👍🤜

  • @theworldofjohn1972
    @theworldofjohn1972 Рік тому +1

    I want the orange one!!!! Great looking bike!!

  • @genekelley7579
    @genekelley7579 Рік тому +6

    🛑🛑 That’s a REALLY Cool Bike!💯
    Harley is hitting a Home Run with these Icon Bikes.
    The bike you featured, should be a DeLorean.
    Those bikes presented as they are, become a Time Machine; taking me back to a time that I can remember my “2 wheeled fever” beginning.
    I remember watching guys riding bikes like that past our house when I was a kid. 😂👍💯
    It is the nostalgia and memories of those days gone by, that will sell these bikes quickly. 👍
    Great Video Matt. 😀👍
    You looked good riding that bike. 💯

  • @Riff156
    @Riff156 5 місяців тому +1

    The magenta is so nice looking-- The orange is nice, but I like the magenta.

  • @williamhaskett6772
    @williamhaskett6772 Рік тому +1

    Orange, definitely!

  • @karaokekid7189
    @karaokekid7189 10 місяців тому +1

    I like the orange.

  • @Goldencountry63
    @Goldencountry63 Рік тому +1

    Nice review with your dad!
    The Orange wins,as any designer would say the color pops and I'd have to agree.
    As a tc Road King owner these two put a smile on my face.
    Elvis has one on order for sure.

  • @jasonalstrom1628
    @jasonalstrom1628 Рік тому +2

    He said dad would have to sign paperwork to ride it… 😂. Gorgeous bike!

  • @stevenking9512
    @stevenking9512 Рік тому +2

    hello, were you getting helmet buffeting at high speeds? I am 6 foot one inch, love the magenta one.

  • @BigBert
    @BigBert Рік тому +3

    Damn your dad has pretty good recall. The stories he could tell. laughed my head off when i heard in the background that he wouldn't qualify after a credit check... 😆🤣

  • @MarkR973
    @MarkR973 Рік тому +4

    Hi Matt... I had a Road King Classic in black years ago and miss it terribly... So, now I have a deposit on a hi-if magenta with a local dealership here in NJ and it will not arrive until next month so they cannot comment on it, I am 5'10" with a 32" inseam, hope I can fit on it, but I believe the seat is adjustable.. can you please comment on adjustability of the seat height? I'd be interested in knowing if it is possible and how much it can be lowered, also, on the back of the bags are those reflectors or working lights? thanks in advance if you can help...love the videos!

  • @jamesfrost7465
    @jamesfrost7465 Рік тому +4

    I'm definitely diggin this bike. If I didnt already have two Harleys, I'd be all over the orange one. I hear a color matching sidecar might be coming?

  • @1993Gold
    @1993Gold Рік тому +5

    A gorgeous bike!

  • @izzwizamahjah275
    @izzwizamahjah275 Рік тому +1

    That’s a sick ass looking bike. Love retro moderns

  • @patrickcaudill2939
    @patrickcaudill2939 Рік тому +1

    Cool seeing your Father within the video

  • @Acmegamer
    @Acmegamer Рік тому +2

    Love the look of the hi-fi orange. Also the general look of the bike overall is just very very nice. I'd be tempted to trade in my 2020 RG for one but I'm kinda tempted by what the next generation Road Glides are going to be after seeing the new CVO. The new fairing, suspension and engine overhaul really have me drooling.

  • @shep68
    @shep68 Рік тому +1

    Orange all the way. This is a fantastic looking bike. RK Standards and Heritage Classics scream vintage Americana, and I’m here for it. Even tho I ride a Limited, those 2 bikes have a special spot in my heart. My first Harley was a Heritage. And the Highway King kicks it up a notch.

  • @CAT3616G
    @CAT3616G Рік тому +1

    Honestly, I just wanna listen to Matt’s dad reminisce about Harley’s.

  • @PanM8
    @PanM8 Рік тому +1

    Matt, another good video. If you are interested in more of the changes from year to year, join the AMCA. They have a lot of information on line. Or, you can go to the SoCal chapter meet. The senior judges are pretty knowledgeable.
    Your dad was close on the year the Linkert went away. The 1966 Shovelhead had an "L" body Linkert. (One year only) I think the Sportsters got Tillotson carburetors and the big twins got Bendix. (I could be wrong, but maybe correct) I have an original paint, unmolested 71 Electra Glide. It has a lot of carry over parts from the 60's.

  • @deanlockamy2087
    @deanlockamy2087 Рік тому +1

    I've got 2 harleys already, but after I got run over again the ol lady aint going no more, so that solo seat and 114 engine and classic look is really appealing to me.

  • @madesuryafahzalaaryadana
    @madesuryafahzalaaryadana 6 місяців тому +2

    Love this bike

  • @harleyfreewheeler1531
    @harleyfreewheeler1531 Рік тому +2

    The hubby and I absolutely love this bike, but they should've put chrome lowers on this bike to complete the overall look.

    • @MattLaidlaw
      @MattLaidlaw  Рік тому +2

      Yea, that’s a nice addition to the bike.

  • @EastboundDwn
    @EastboundDwn Рік тому +2

    The Orange gets my vote but they are both beautiful bikes..

  • @djrtaco1791
    @djrtaco1791 Рік тому +1

    you look surprisingly comfortable on this bike wile riding!

  • @fugi9604
    @fugi9604 Рік тому +3

    The bike is beautiful, actually visually more balanced than Revival. I would go with the magenta.

  • @nbowling10trio
    @nbowling10trio Рік тому +1

    Great of Harley to tap into their many many years of history. Not many have that much history to tap into

  • @laszlonagy8148
    @laszlonagy8148 Рік тому +1

    What a gorgeous bike!!!

  • @kenmarapese9085
    @kenmarapese9085 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful!

  • @jasongallagher7646
    @jasongallagher7646 Рік тому +1

    Great job on nostalgia HD!

  • @motorcyclethaitop
    @motorcyclethaitop Рік тому +2

    Love the magenta.

  • @mikeblankenship7930
    @mikeblankenship7930 Рік тому +1

    I really like these!! They did away with the kick start in 78 by the way.

  • @juanruiz1260
    @juanruiz1260 Рік тому +1

    Hey Matt it’s hard for me to choose because I just want one of each. Amazing colors.

  • @rodzimmerman1979
    @rodzimmerman1979 Рік тому +2

    Would be the orange one for me. I had a '99 standard RK I bought new and now have a '14 RKS I bought with 500 miles on it. I also own a '17 RGS. I like my RGS especially for long freeway rides crushing miles but if I had to sell one it would be the RGS. Deep down I'm a big RK fan. I really think that extra weight of the RGS takes away a lot from the riding experience on most types of roads we ride for the most part. Lucky for me I get to keep them both. My wife has an old '98 Heritage with over 100k on it. We used to tour with it and my '99 RK for many years but now she and I switch off with the '14 RK and the '17 RGS when on trips, keeps us from getting tired butt syndrome on those long day's in the saddle. The old '98 is just too old to be dependable on a long trip but it is her baby and will be passed down to our daughter after we're too old to ride anymore. I might try and find one of these Icon RK's in a few years after the price devaluates some. I'm retired so I have to watch my penny's a little closer these days. They are gorgeous bikes for sure!

  • @glockster19
    @glockster19 Рік тому +2

    Great bike! Unfortunately. probably won't see these bikes around. People who buy these will store them away never riding them. You will see these show up on Barrett Jackson in 10 years.

  • @hogluvr1
    @hogluvr1 Рік тому

    Good feedback, especially for taller riders. 6'3", with long legs, is a challenge. Thanks Matt!

  • @lordbentley730
    @lordbentley730 5 місяців тому

    Looks a lot like my bike I painted my roadking with white top on bags and rest bel air pine crest green turquoise. About 14" bars really clean and looks 60s. White walls. My 2002. Snaps necks when I'm out riding it. Nice that they are doing this with roadkings.

  • @Twilson_Vtwin
    @Twilson_Vtwin Рік тому +1

    That pink one is sick

  • @charlottepastore5952
    @charlottepastore5952 Рік тому +1

    I love the magenta. I was born in June of 1968

  • @daniellevin1907
    @daniellevin1907 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Matt. Great video, spectacular bike combining classic looks with modern power and traction control tech. Need Harley to provide couples therapy to help overcome the “not another motorcycle” hurdle with significant other…!

  • @BikesILike
    @BikesILike Рік тому +1

    I love it! I'd go orange.

  • @joakimquensel597
    @joakimquensel597 Рік тому

    This is one of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen! ❤❤❤
    I would chose orange.

  • @Rick-yl9jw
    @Rick-yl9jw Рік тому +2

    "You're going to have to fill out some paperwork." LMAO! Nice!

  • @USMC_BABE38
    @USMC_BABE38 Рік тому +1

    Hi im looking to buy my own bike ive never ridden a motorcycle in my life how did you get your license to ride motorcycles im loving these bike's

  • @plotholedetective4166
    @plotholedetective4166 Рік тому

    I have a 69 electra glide shriners parade bike with all the extra lights. All original except the lifters, brakes and carb which I still have all the parts in a box. Hell of a machine with the sealed lower and shovel upper thing of beauty.

  • @mickeygaines007
    @mickeygaines007 Рік тому

    They pretty much nailed it and I love that thing! I’d for sure change the air cleaner out maybe to an S&s teardrop, something that would look a bit more at home on that bike. But it’s a beauty!

  • @trondcaster
    @trondcaster Рік тому +2

    Blacked out HDs suck! Chrome rules. This is a great one. 😊💫

  • @tjf2258
    @tjf2258 Рік тому +1

    Awesome and nostalgic. Orange all day long

  • @mrtaser556
    @mrtaser556 Рік тому +2

    Dammit! I want one!

  • @dalemckinnie6256
    @dalemckinnie6256 Рік тому +1

    My local dealer will have a $5000 dealer mark up on this bike. They had a $5000 dealer markup on the 2021 Electra Glide revival two years ago. That means this bike will sell for about $35000 out the door.

    • @MarkR973
      @MarkR973 Рік тому

      Call them out and don't buy there.. anyone willing to rip off their customers doesn't have the best interest of its customers in mind