5 Reasons YOU SHOULD OWN a Harley-Davidson Road Glide!
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2021
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I’m so glad I found this community. I have hung in the shadows for a while but I’m in a better place now and can finally pursue my motorcycle hobby. If I won the giveaway for one of these bikes it’s be a dream come true. Thanks for the amazing vids Blockhead!
give this man a bike
Man block if you wanna rig the give away for this guy I won’t complain. Dan, glad your doin better man keep on keepin on brother 🤘🤘
Alright, just give it to this guy. I already have a Fatboy
Somebody PLEEEASE get this man a bike!
Give this mans a bike
I've had my 21 Road Glide for about 6 weeks now and have zero regrets for buying it. Great bike.
I owned two Road Glides over a ten year period and rode them all over the US. Best Harley's I ever owned, I loved them. I'd still be riding my 2016 RGU today if I hadn't test ridden the 2018 Goldwing I have now.
The RG is such an incredible and versatile machine. For long distance, it’s hard to beat in the heavy cruiser category.
You ought to go over to Tampa and do the Jerry Palladino "Ride Like A Pro" class with that bike.
I only need three reasons: A front wheel, a rear wheel and an engine in between.
I'll gladly hear what you have to say though.
Don't forget bars lol.
I've got a Stage 1 Street Glide Special and it gets up and MOVES, perfect for my daily riding to work and such
I think you touched on majority of the perks for owning a RG. I love my RKC it has the leather bag do not hold as much as the hard bags, but I am able to put quite bit in them, I commute to work with it and go to store and grab few things now and then and cruise is must when you riding a highway straight for 30 minutes or more.
I ride a Street Glide Special, and I can DEFINITELY attest to their ability to haul some serious staples home from Publix, and with the addition of a messenger bag a quick stop at the local ABC just to top things off.
Another GREAT vid Block!! Looking forward to the upcoming rebuilds. Once again, KEEP ON KEEPING ON.
I think you nailed it, chief. The power, comfort, extra amenities and the after market. I think one thing, that I don't think you mentioned, is the bigger presence on the road. You, or any rider, is more than likely going to be harder to see on bikes like nakeds or slim sport bikes. But a big bike with a wide fairing and a couple of bruiser saddle bags sticking out on each side are going to be more eye catching in my estimation.
For me it’s base Road Glide vs Electra Glide Standard vs Road King. I like them all for different reasons, but my instinct tells me that overall and especially for long trips I would like the Road Glide more. I’ll test ride them eventually.
I just got the 2021 road glide special . Coming from a breakout, and before that a fatbob. What a dream the road glide is. I hope it lasts me for years and years to come.
I’ve owned my first motorcycle, a 2020 Harley Roadster xl1200, for a year now. And wasn’t long till I was looking for something bigger. I was actually looking into a glide. Weather a street or road glide. Can’t wait to see the start of the build on it🤙🏼
I've had my RG for about a year amazing bike it was imported from USA with only 8000 miles.
Going to swap my bars with Factory 47 soon.
I've changed the tyre's to Pirelli Night Dragons what a difference handles and corners so good.
So glad I brought it .
All the best Blockhead from NZ 🇳🇿
I bought my road glide mainly because the fairing is frame mounted, as well as the look of it, it looks so sleek and sexy compared to a street glide. I am pretty tall so I did have to change the seat and the bars right away. The stock seat just had me cramped up a little too much on the controls and the bars had too much angle on my wrists.
I have no doubt that this giveaway will com out more badass than any of your other giveaways to date! Can’t wait to see the build
I'm searching for one right now. Thanks for the vid and keep up the good work!
Working in a shop and getting to ride all sorts of different bikes daily, road glides are by far the best bike to jump on even being vertically challenged! So easy to maneuver even after installing 13.5in legends on them! Now finding one in my price range is a different story 🤣 I’m sure I’ll have one in the next couple years though for sure
Just the overall look of the Road Glide is a reason all in itself. Baggers aren't my cup of tea, but this one is my top choice if I ever decide to. 🤘🏻
The RoadGlide is just an incredible tourer. I’m on my way back from Sturgis (1,300 miles away from me) and my 2017 RoadGlide Ultra is a 2-wheel Cadillac. Absolute pleasure. Great bike for a giveaway and great vid. Thanks Block
As much as u love and want to own a HD, outside of the states they are priced for the rich people. Even second hand is stupid prices. ie a second hand sportster is upwards of 7-8k
That is a double-edged sword.
What happens is when somebody is ready to buy their retirement bike that is going to be a lot of money they just don't feel like throwing that at a metric Cruiser they want to buy something American-made. I don't blame them I totally get it.
The fact that a used one is still expensive is a good thing not a bad thing Man it means it holds its value.
The fact that it holds its value also helps open up a world where there is just a plethora of aftermarket parts and things and stuff if you need to fix that bike.
If you buy a twenty-year-old Honda on the other hand sure it's going to be a lot cheaper but if there's something wrong with it the labor hours are going to cost just as much to fix as it would on a Harley. Then you turn around and try to sell it you discover your bike is still only worth $900.
My advice would be as you are learning to ride a motorcycle maybe your first two or three motorcycles when you are young even go ahead and enjoy the metric world.
We have all been through that stage where we have a ninja or a GSXR and then we move up to a Stratoliner.
For your final bike though you're going to want something made in America right?
Just trust me when I walk through my garage in the morning I look at my motorcycles I really do feel like they add value.
Everyone is different on that, that's just where I have found myself Landing.
Wow to consider I got my 2016 sportster 72 1200 w saddlemen seat and T bars originally asking 9k but I ended up paying 8300.
@TRIPPIN TRISTAN yeh im in New Zealand sounds like similar prices
Hello from Youngstown , Ohio. I'm 58 and just passed my Ohio permit test. I'll take the 3 day program on site at Ytown Harley in October. Nice video sir!
Also from Y-town. Good luck with the program!
I love my 15 Road Glide Special. 40k miles and still going strong! One other benefit to the frame mounted faring is that it does not move whenever you turn your tires. That’s helpful in low speed maneuvering situations that you don’t have the weight of the faring to deal with.
Yeah with good maintenance itll go 200k+ miles easy. Im a Honda guy, but this specific harley was made for longer distances so it’ll last long no problem
Having had 2 RoadGlides prior and now having an ElectraGlide Ultra that is the main thing I have noticed as the difference between these bikes. For me I get better wind protection behind the batwing but I think that’s because I’m closer to it. Love em both though..
My 2021 RG standard is exactly like this however I’ve got the touchscreen radio. Love the bike and have out 6k mikes on it since April 21. Also changed the bars to 14 inch LA Choppers Apes, Custom Dynamics lights and Highway pegs
Considering a road glide ultra for the wife to be more comfortable on the back, a softail is great for solo and short passenger trips but if it keeps the smile on my families face it'll be worth the upgrade.
I love your videos! I'm going to take my motorcycle driver license those coming months. Would love to get myself a glider! Thanks for the tips!
Here doing some research, thinking about buying a used road glide. Thanks for the video.
I have a 2021 Electra Glide Standard with the batwing fork mounted fairing. I haven't felt any turbulence or shaking in the bars yet. I even took a quick trip to Mexico and had it up to 110 mph.
I've had 2 Electra Glides and a Road Glide, and have ridden several Street Glides. The difference in turbulence is so little, it all comes down to what is more visually appealing to you. I prefer the RG as a tall guy because the fairing is farther out there. But wind buffeting, for me, comes down to my head, and which windshield I'm running. That's it.
Definitely been getting the itch for a Road Glide, getting close-ish to finishing my FXLR but the functionality is really hitting me lately.
Great video, keep it up! Remember to keep rubber side down. Good job blockhead!
Just bought my 2021 FLTRXS. I'm loving it!!!!
Great video man I really like the road glide and now I have to say I am definitely gonna get one not sure what year (one I can afford) but I can’t wait
, Just watched an wanted to say thank you for going over this bike & takin us all on this ride. Im lookin forward to watchin this great bike become a
1 0f 1 Blockheadmoto Masterpeice! JC, if you plan on painting this 1 or keeping this great slick black? Great vid. & have a Great week to all the B.H.F. Cheerz🍻
Bought mine in April :) Traded my Low Rider and not looking back.
I went to frame mounted fairing with aftermarket Avon on my '72 BMW. I can't imagine a heavy handlebar fairing fifty years later. My little Dyna enjoys a handlebar windshield, but that's small and light.
Can't wait to see the finished "Block-Power-Glide"💪😁 Good video👌
Finally, been waiting on this bike to show up lol on the channel since the purchase. I stopped all projects on my Softail in case I catch the fever to trade up to a bagger. So let the bagger videos roll
Road Glide stock bars are my favorite. I can lean in and get real aggressive or I can lean waaaaaaay back almost laying back lol.
Great bike, can’t wait to see what you’ll do with it. Entries purchased so fingers crossed 🤞🏻 also I got some blockhead shirts delivered yesterday awesome designs and fit is great!! RSSV 🤛🏼
In a bagger video, you call me Erick? Come on mang! Lol. "SAY MY NAME!" LOL ☺
Yo BaggerBro, what are your thoughts on the RG vs your RK? I’m looking into getting a bagger in a year or two, I do mostly suburban riding but want to be able to crush some miles too. Not sure if a RK with like a road warrior faring in more versatile for the riding I’m doing.
To each his own I guess. Everybody I know that has performance upgrades on a motorcycle and trust me bro over the last 40 years I have met several have told me the same thing they are always looking to get the thing tuned up just right it always seems to be not quite tuned to its full potential and it seems like they have their bike in the shop way way more than the dude who just leaves his bike alone and maybe put a pair of slip on pipes on it or something but doesn't mess with the factory tuning.
That being said I get it you guys are pros and can probably nail it down and add horsepower and torque and all kinds of performance without the person having to spend his life doing maintenance on it nonstop I get it.
Nonetheless for me personally if two were sitting side-by-side and one had a bunch of performance mods and the other one was stock at a dealership I would probably buy the stock one.
But then I am one of them outcasts that also not only do I not want a frame Mount fairing I don't want a permanently mounted fairing on the handlebars.
In Ohio there are a few months out of the Year where I just really don't want a windshield on my bike at all because it's hot enough I don't want it.
I would think being in Florida you guys would have like I don't know 9 or 10 months out of the Year where that windshield is just unbearable.
Again though that is just me everybody is different and like you said them bikes are popular so the dad bod of Harleys is selling so you might as well go with it.
Do you know Kevin Baxter? Look that channel up. He's big on those tunes you speak of. A true potential tune,that is.
Oh and FYI, most true riders,ride year round down here. There's actually less time to ride in the summer time,because of rain, but only rains for about and hour or so,towards the end of the day.
I did the change recently. I had an Ultra Classic and traded in for a Road Glide special. Road glide feels like home. The comfort does not compare to the Ultra.
That road glide is going to be sweet when you guys finish with it!☝️💪
I’m with you on the bars. I have longer arms for my proportion. The height on the Road Glide bars is ok but less sweep is needed.
@@An_Enraged_Pig eww
I rolled the bars forward on mine, made them just about perfect.
I’m looking to add a touring bike to my stable and the Road Glide is one of my top options. I preferred it to the Challenger (even though the performance on the Challenger is amazing) just feels better. My other main option is the BMW K1600B (which is incredible to ride but somehow feels less cool). I’m also going to test out the Panam for a different look on long distance riding in comfort.
The street glide is also a good option but i believe it’s more expensive.
Sorry to be late for the party here. Bought my '23 in March '23 after having an '06 Dyna Wide Glide since new. Loved my Dyna but this is an entirely different ride, so smooth, powerful and a looker. Plus, first tank of gas was over 50 mpg. First thing I will update is a slightly larger visor. Again, I Love It.
I have a 2020 Road Glide Special. I have a stage 2 on it with Lucky Daves T-Bars and seat on it. Its like riding my 2017 LowRiderS
Awesome that you mentioned A.D. Farrow in Ohio. I'm looking to buy my first Harley at A.D. Farrow north.
I’ve been throwing the idea around lately of getting a road glide. We’ll see what the future holds!! 👍🏼 I’ve heard there’s big changes coming around 2023 for the touring line up, I’m trying to wait until then.
I'm in the same exact boat. I'm curious to see what happens to the engine. If they'll keep the M8 or move in to something different.
@@ZR1638 I’m trying to hold off…😆 Can’t make any promises though.
If the rear fender build sticker is still on the tire side… can you try take a picture of it and post it? Wanna see if I installed the handlebars
I plan on getting a road glide. As soon as I win, and you send it to me 😁. But if for some unthinkable reason I don't win I'm going to get a Harley bagger in the next couple of years. Just haven't decided what model yet 🤗
I love my RG. Upgraded the stereo tons Sony. Only downside to a Sony is that it's not marine rated.
I love the performance bagger look.Would love to have some more room for the wife on longer rides as well.
I already have a 2020 RGS. Makes me feel like a child every time I get out on it.
Another good reason would be functional mirrors from the factory! I just bought my first bike a 2015 iron 883, and the mirrors on the factory bars do nothing. On top I just see my shoulders, so I tried putting them under the bars and I can't see anything either!!
i use my RG as a commuter... but i have takin it xcountry though. i would love to add performance stuff to mine
Nothing could ever substitute for that glorious V-twin rumble.
Great video, Been looking to get my 1st HD and really like the touring models. Having such a hard time figuring out what one would be best for me. Not ready to go all in with a special (Maybe Road King). Do you think I would regret the 107?
I don't think you'll regret getting ANY HD, if you like enjoying rides nice and slow then any Harley will be great.
UA-camrs will post this then their next video will be, "Why I'm selling my Harley Davidson Road Glide."
Not far off except this one is going to be given away.
Lol that is so true
you can fit a mini keg in the saddlebags, which is nice
I don't know man, the only reason to choose HD instead of an Indian Challenger is if you're a die hard HD fan, if not, the Challenger crush Road Glide in every aspect.
I like the challenger also, but the throttle response on the HD is way better.
@@christopherflesner8095 I don't see any problem with the Sport Mode throttle response. Standard and rain have their uses in their respective "names". I smoke any Road Glide with my Challenger.
@@christopherflesner8095 agreed. Indians throttle is laggy
@@Fieskmask the only reason I purchased the Road Glide over the Challenger was the lag in the throttle. Sport mode does make the response better on the Challenger, but it's still really laggy compared to the Harley. That being said... I do really like both bikes. For me the Road Glide was just a better fit.
Nah
My fourth RG over the years great motorcycle, enough said.
Just bought a RG Special. Love it but I am super disappointed in the radio functionality. Looking forward to the video with the new stereo for this. Not an audio dude so I've been researching from the dark which is overwhelming.
Is your disappointment with the speakers/sound quality or is it with the infotainment system?
I love my 2020 RGS. Best bike I’ve ever owned.
I’m really torn between a road king and a road glide. I want the comfort, but I don’t know how I feel about the fairing. Music isn’t a big deal for me and I really dont mind the wind. I’m on a dyna wide glide right now. I’m leaning towards the road king.
I literally walked into the dealership wanting a RKS. They didn’t have any in stock in January. They gave me a deal that was hard to pass up for Harley dealership on a RGS. I didn’t knOw if I wanted the fairing either. But been riding a few months now and have zero regrets. Whatever parts you have changed out, though. Make sure you keep them. Don’t let the dealer keep them. They gave me push back when I wanted my old slip ons and handle bars. I’m finding during the summer I like the stock windshield because I want more wind to hit me. Also I’m 6’5”. Which ever you choose. Enjoy man! They are fun
Heck yeah, Block. That's my retirement bike goal. 😁
I just traded by 2019 FLHR for a 2023 FLTRX (RG standard)
OMG. It like rides itself. Soooo well balanced. Runs long miles like nothing. Navi is dope. Stereo sucks.
At night on way home from city last nite it felt like I was PILOTING it not riding it.
Love mine! I'm on my second one! No going back to a street glide!
If you don’t mind me asking, what makes the road glide better than the street glide?
Send your motor to Fuel moto in Wisconsin , and make it a 128. It will tattoo any 131 from Harley. Nice ride , Road Glide will replace the King in. Few years
Nice mention of A.D. Farrow Harley-Davidson. America’s oldest continuously operating Harley-Davidson dealer since 1912.
I've been considering selling my sportster for a road glide, this video makes me want to do it now.
Don't do it
Thanks for this. However, didn’t I just see a video from you where you hated the Road Glide in comparison to the Street Glide and Ultra? Confused.
I just bought a 22 road glide special in gunship grey, I love it for my first fairing bike. I had a road king that I got my feet went with and I finally jumped the f**k in. I’m a official bagger bro now. ROAD GLIDE OR NO GLIDE!
If only it could be shipped to Australia. 😔
Million dollar bogan. Isn't he Australian?
That’s a myth about feeling wind at speed on a street glide. I’d say if you were to feel the fork mounted fairing anywhere. It would be at low speed maneuvers. I never had any complaints in that area. But it might reduce your ability to change of direction at low speed if you struggle on big bikes. Personally I’m happy went down to a softail standard because I find it benefits my riding style better. I think if I was to start touring I’d probably leave Harley and get a adv bike. I do have a deep love for the road king but I just don’t see myself ever spending $20k+ on a Harley again.
I love my road glide. Legends as an upgrade was amazing.
That RG would look great next to my Ultra Limited.
great review, but do i see the check engine light on?
As a road glide owner. I'd avoid the Sony ax7000. It's not water proof and thr sun glare off it is horrible. Finding a used HD 6.5gts and adding an amp and upgraded speakers is a better option
Having rode many miles on a road king. A street glide and my road glide. The road glide you don't feel the wind force through the bars. You feel the wind shove the whole bike around though
Yo, I wanna try a road glide so badly but I’m only 5’5” and I’m pretty sure it’s a little to tall for me lol I think next time I’m back in the states I’m gonna go out of my way to try a road glide. Thanks for the video man helped me out for sure
You can put a different seat on it that will allow it to drop the height down and also put you a little more forward that would way you can plant your feet to the ground for more stability
I have a 19 roadglide special with a 131 on it. Can’t imagine anything better
what tuner are you going to go with? since 2021 doesnt have any out yet?
Can it be built for a short person? lowering suspension reach seats etc. for a 5’5”-5’6”
Slow speed control and maneuverability is a key element to riding the motorcycle. A.k.a. throwing it around
what gloves and helmet you have and do you like them paired with the road glide
That looks good, but not as good as my red badge. Can’t wait to see it finished.
Thinking about buying one
Mine came with the touchscreen. I have the standard w/the 107 Milwaukee. My only con is… well 2 cons handle bars not tall enough makes me hunch my back, so hurts my back. And needing a head set to use Apple car play. I have air pods don’t need a damn headset to answer phone or use voice commands.
I have always wanted road glide the past 10 yrs so in november 2021 I bought a new Road Glide Limited at the dealer I bought my last 2 bikes, as a repeat customer I got a more than fair market price on my trade in, and I ended up buying one Painted in the River Rock Denim n Black denim and engine n chrome blacked out as well, I wanted it all go and not show, as I love the subdued look and its beautiful to me , Does anyone know how many 21 ultra limited came in River Rock Denim? Im just curious as I looked some for this answer but couldnt find it yet thanks
One question, when you turned it on and put the bike in acc. Did you push the start button??
I laughed out loud at "Jimmy Buffetting" !!!
Pretty sweet looking! There are so many dang bikes I want to ride, but I'm hesitant to go to the dealership. I'm in no way able to buy a bike, so I don't want to be a burden, and I'm wary of feeling too pressured to actually buy something.
I would check it out man just let them know you are just looking around and they will be more then happy to give you a tour, they are all enthusiasts as well as long as they aren’t busy with customers ofcourse
You forgot one reason.. Its the best looking tour bike :)
The RG bars do suck! With a 34” inseam the bars would be back on my thighs doing slow maneuvers, and the pull back is a bad angle and would kink my wrists weird. Since your in Fl., you should link up with the Soundz Bagger Audio guys for your audio. Anybody can make it loud, but their speakers keep it clear and crisp with out any break ups/crackling/popping.
Yep, Frame mount fairings are weird. Really weird at first. When I went from my 1500 kawi to the Vaquero 1700 It was a really weird feel for a few miles. Now I am hooked on them. But still would prefer my Vaquero to a Road Glide.
I would like to see HD make a RoadGlide platform like they do with EGS and list the price under 20K brand new like the EGS....
Hey Block, while the bike is still stock why dont you try the Ride Like A Pro class over in Tampa? They will teach you those skills the moto cops use. Would be interesting to see what you get out of an advanced course on a touring bike. I take the class once a year just as a refresher. Check out their youtube channel. Hope this message gets to you.
does it handle better than a street glide? steering wise?
great video I'm a huge shark fan lol
Wicked bikes I’m lucky to have one.What gloves do you have?