I own one road glide cvo great bike.. ride is good you have to adjust the rear shocks both settings to really dial it in. With the inverted front forks and the bike feels nimble and easy to flick! Seat took 1500 miles to break in. I will still get a saddlemen seat when they come out. I have khrome werks slip ons with performance baffles basic screaming eagle tune ..Its so new auto tune is not out yet hate how Harley doe's that crap! I hope someone figures out the speed limiter ... Windshield was first thing I replaced it was trash. Wish they had a adjustable windshield like Indian lol. . Indian makes 103hp 113 torque stock around that. I think that might hit speed limiter as well . Harley cvo It hits speed limiter on dyno most tools don't understand that this makes 125 torque at around 1.80 rpm 5th gear pull stock while hitting speed limiter with George's dyno pulls. With just 2 into 1 and screaming eagle base tune makes 136 torque @3.86 rpm 120 torgue at 2.00 rpm thats snappy! Not being able to do a full dyno run is limiting the peak HP & TQ numbers. most will need to graduate basics to understanding that. If It was able to do a full wide open run in 5th gear the peak numbers would be somewhere around 115Hp & 130+ft/lbs stock .. with proper pipes and screaming eagle tuner he guess's 125-130 hp 138- 145 torque with no motor work. When dyno jet finally comes out with a tune this bike will be a sleeper lol
I'm going to pin this, As you are an owner and have lots of information.. I appreciate your insight!! Thank you!! I will say I don't think this is going to be 130-140 with just tune and SE parts. That being said, I can't wait to see!!! Im surprised you use an Auto tuner.. 💪 💪 keep tuning in and keep us updated on your bike!!
ua-cam.com/users/shortsTvV_WPvQORc@@Ridingfish wanted to share this with you . I watch him I don't think he would lie . he pulled speed sensor stock 108hp 128 torque at 3.39 rpm .I would not use auto tune normally however bike is so new only se tuner is out so far. I will use dynojet and get tuned! I will share when my bike is done .
I appreciate the kind words!! I almost turned this into two videos.. but thank you for watching... I have lot of content coming and planning on cool stuff!!
@ridingfish- appreciate you taking time to talk to a Road Glide guy today at Dulles airport. Wish I would have had more time to talk motorcycles. Great review of the CVO
It was nice to meet you!!! Always bad ass to talk with our people!! Even in a random airport!! Next time we sit and chill brother!! 💪 💪 💪 I appreciate the kind words!!!
I rode the CVO last week and the details and premium look was undeniable. Major dissatisfaction on the suspension, I was expecting a better feel & comfort than my Challenger. The navigation did not allow me to pick route options. It is a beautiful bike in person, pics don’t do it justice.
The suspension was good compared to their bikes!! If you're use to a Challenger it's a different comparison.. I didn't play with the navigation.. interesting no choices!!
Glad you're home👍 I'm not a fan of new HDs, mostly because of the big money that needs to be sunk into them to make them worthy, ie: engine, suspension, bars and on and on.. These new CVOs are possibly an HD a rider could buy and not have to waste thousands of dollars upgrading to make right....maybe . These is the first dyno numbers I've seen from the new CVO, they are very underwhelming... 😐 On another note, while you were gone my Victory gave up the ghost... I went in a direction I never thought I would.
It’s a great bike, for sure. I love almost everything about it. But; no adjustable windscreen on a bike that costs more than my Honda CRV. And the suspension is late 20th century. The standard monoshock on a challenger or chieftain performs much better and enables the bike to track much more tightly. Love the vvt-waiting for Indian to catch up! Harley; you’re getting there!
If you look close I never talk about money, or comparing the CVO with anything other than HD.. It really is about that HD is making big steps in the correct way... As long as you don't have to only buy the CVO to get those steps.. LOL that all being said it would not be hard for me to do more videos..lol
Rode it at Sturgis. Looks great until you get to the faring. IMO it looks too big for the bike and the headlight looks like it should be on a European sedan. I'd consider the Street Glide if I were in the market. I loved the dash and the torque was real nice, but it seem to nose over around 4.5-5k RPM. I believe a stock Challenger would smoke it in a WOT race.
Ok.... So, I kind of mentioned this while you were overseas on almost every channel that did a spot on the CVO. If you don't think that particular bike is very Indian-like, you are crazy !!!! The dash is like BMW's only 1 inch bigger. CVT motors have been around in the motorcycle world for a while. They just came up with their version. I like the new body design on the gas tank & the bags. Robert, on Be the Boss of your Motorcycle, has bought one & TAB Performance gave him a prototype of their smoke chrome on their 50 caliber slip ons, so there are aftermarket piece coming for that bike very quickly. But the biggest thing to me is the price. $50,000+ once you start adding in tax, title & dealer fees. It's a great effort by H-D, but when I can go out & buy a Challenger Elite (yes, my dealership just got one that's not pre sold) for almost $10 grand less or get a Pursuit for almost 4 to 5 grand less & still get most of the features of the CVO. Nope, I think I'm still sticking with Indian & and getting a lot more bang for my buck ! I'll keep watching...
If you look close, I never talk about money, or comparing the CVO with anything other than HD. Now that being said nothing you said is wrong.... I agree.. the screen is bigger than BMW but is touch screen, i believe the BMW is not still?.. could have changed and I missed it!
@Ridingfish That's a good policy to develop, not to talk money/price. But for a lot of people (even in this price range), it is a consideration. It is ok to compare within the brand, but cross brand comparison is inevitable
Right, but I knew with dyno, ride and walk around I would be on the longer video side.. but also nice to have a clean video then a comparison video later or im making movies!!! 🤔 😄 🤣
Many of the tight feelings and inflexibility of the bike just seem to all awaken. After 1,200 miles my seat started to even feel better. But overall you could hear and feel differences in power dynamics. Additional just being on it longer and learning more the confidence in the bike is better. You feel just more connected and in tune. Like Avatar when Jake Sully’s first ride on the Ikran. Lol. 😂
How so? Challenger makes almost identical hp and like 20 less tq to the tire than the 121 does. Not sure what other vtwin cruisers are making much more than that
I own one road glide cvo great bike.. ride is good you have to adjust the rear shocks both settings to really dial it in.
With the inverted front forks and the bike feels nimble and easy to flick!
Seat took 1500 miles to break in. I will still get a saddlemen seat when they come out.
I have khrome werks slip ons with performance baffles basic screaming eagle tune ..Its so new auto tune is not out yet hate how Harley doe's that crap!
I hope someone figures out the speed limiter ...
Windshield was first thing I replaced it was trash. Wish they had a adjustable windshield like Indian lol. .
Indian makes 103hp 113 torque stock around that. I think that might hit speed limiter as well .
Harley cvo It hits speed limiter on dyno most tools don't understand that this makes 125 torque at around 1.80 rpm 5th gear pull stock while hitting speed limiter with George's dyno pulls. With just 2 into 1 and screaming eagle base tune makes 136 torque @3.86 rpm 120 torgue at 2.00 rpm thats snappy!
Not being able to do a full dyno run is limiting the peak HP & TQ numbers. most will need to graduate basics to understanding that.
If It was able to do a full wide open run in 5th gear the peak numbers would be somewhere around 115Hp & 130+ft/lbs stock .. with proper pipes and screaming eagle tuner he guess's 125-130 hp 138- 145 torque with no motor work. When dyno jet finally comes out with a tune this bike will be a sleeper lol
I'm going to pin this, As you are an owner and have lots of information.. I appreciate your insight!! Thank you!! I will say I don't think this is going to be 130-140 with just tune and SE parts. That being said, I can't wait to see!!! Im surprised you use an Auto tuner.. 💪 💪 keep tuning in and keep us updated on your bike!!
ua-cam.com/users/shortsTvV_WPvQORc@@Ridingfish wanted to share this with you . I watch him I don't think he would lie . he pulled speed sensor stock 108hp 128 torque at 3.39 rpm .I would not use auto tune normally however bike is so new only se tuner is out so far. I will use dynojet and get tuned! I will share when my bike is done .
If you have seen and / or rode the CVO, let me know if you agree with me.. im always open to hear your opinions, too!!!
Nice video keep up the good work RidingFish
I am glad you did an honest review everyone else has raved about the wind management saying how great it is.
That's interesting.. I actually never got to watch any reviews 😕
Love your content fish! Keep up the good reviews of new bikes! 😮
I appreciate the kind words!! I almost turned this into two videos.. but thank you for watching... I have lot of content coming and planning on cool stuff!!
I've spent decades on Harleys, and there is no way I'd give up my DCT Wing to ride this bike.
I just rode one for the first time "Goldwing DCT" I was blown away how great it is.. I think I'll drop the review of it soon... felt easy... lol
@ridingfish- appreciate you taking time to talk to a Road Glide guy today at Dulles airport. Wish I would have had more time to talk motorcycles. Great review of the CVO
It was nice to meet you!!! Always bad ass to talk with our people!! Even in a random airport!! Next time we sit and chill brother!! 💪 💪 💪
I appreciate the kind words!!!
Looks sick. Like that smoked chrome.
The smoked chrome is awesome
I rode the CVO last week and the details and premium look was undeniable. Major dissatisfaction on the suspension, I was expecting a better feel & comfort than my Challenger. The navigation did not allow me to pick route options. It is a beautiful bike in person, pics don’t do it justice.
The suspension was good compared to their bikes!! If you're use to a Challenger it's a different comparison.. I didn't play with the navigation.. interesting no choices!!
Glad you're home👍 I'm not a fan of new HDs, mostly because of the big money that needs to be sunk into them to make them worthy, ie: engine, suspension, bars and on and on.. These new CVOs are possibly an HD a rider could buy and not have to waste thousands of dollars upgrading to make right....maybe . These is the first dyno numbers I've seen from the new CVO, they are very underwhelming... 😐
On another note, while you were gone my Victory gave up the ghost... I went in a direction I never thought I would.
What did you do when i was gone?... I have missed a good amount of stuff and playing catchup... Nothing you said in your comment is wrong!!!
@@Ridingfish I'm not sure you wanna know... 🤣
@painsrides3616 😄
It’s a great bike, for sure. I love almost everything about it. But; no adjustable windscreen on a bike that costs more than my Honda CRV. And the suspension is late 20th century. The standard monoshock on a challenger or chieftain performs much better and enables the bike to track much more tightly. Love the vvt-waiting for Indian to catch up! Harley; you’re getting there!
💪 💪 💪 I hear you!!!
Well I am definitely surprised with the horsepower and torque numbers I actually thought they would be a little higher.
Yes!! The line on the HP tho is going to blow up when they turn the limiter off!!! Needs tuned for shiz
How about a cost comparison with the top of the line Indian? Saddle bag guards, tour pack?
If you look close I never talk about money, or comparing the CVO with anything other than HD.. It really is about that HD is making big steps in the correct way... As long as you don't have to only buy the CVO to get those steps.. LOL that all being said it would not be hard for me to do more videos..lol
Rode it at Sturgis. Looks great until you get to the faring. IMO it looks too big for the bike and the headlight looks like it should be on a European sedan. I'd consider the Street Glide if I were in the market. I loved the dash and the torque was real nice, but it seem to nose over around 4.5-5k RPM. I believe a stock Challenger would smoke it in a WOT race.
👏 👏 👏 I want to see the street glide 100% I have not seen one yet in person!! 💪 💪 💪
@@Ridingfish That being said, I would hate to see you trade in Spicy Candy for a HD. Just say no. Lol
@@mickcathey hahahaha No worries!! !matter a fact tomorrow I'm flying to go get spicy Candy!! 🤪
What about break in...???you hitting rev..limiter...what am I missing???
What is that awesome jacket you are wearing please?
It's a 509.. here is the link to it
It's called-one down five up
ride509.com/collections/street-collection?&choices=&product_type=Outerwear
Hope it's a lot. Has to move 843 lbs wet plus a likely generously sized rider.
Hahah yes!! 💪
Ok....
So, I kind of mentioned this while you were overseas on almost every channel that did a spot on the CVO. If you don't think that particular bike is very Indian-like, you are crazy !!!!
The dash is like BMW's only 1 inch bigger. CVT motors have been around in the motorcycle world for a while. They just came up with their version. I like the new body design on the gas tank & the bags. Robert, on Be the Boss of your Motorcycle, has bought one & TAB Performance gave him a prototype of their smoke chrome on their 50 caliber slip ons, so there are aftermarket piece coming for that bike very quickly. But the biggest thing to me is the price. $50,000+ once you start adding in tax, title & dealer fees. It's a great effort by H-D, but when I can go out & buy a Challenger Elite (yes, my dealership just got one that's not pre sold) for almost $10 grand less or get a Pursuit for almost 4 to 5 grand less & still get most of the features of the CVO. Nope, I think I'm still sticking with Indian & and getting a lot more bang for my buck !
I'll keep watching...
If you look close, I never talk about money, or comparing the CVO with anything other than HD. Now that being said nothing you said is wrong.... I agree.. the screen is bigger than BMW but is touch screen, i believe the BMW is not still?.. could have changed and I missed it!
@Ridingfish
That's a good policy to develop, not to talk money/price. But for a lot of people (even in this price range), it is a consideration. It is ok to compare within the brand, but cross brand comparison is inevitable
Right, but I knew with dyno, ride and walk around I would be on the longer video side.. but also nice to have a clean video then a comparison video later or im making movies!!! 🤔 😄 🤣
@@Ridingfish
And you are right !
As some have done already
What did it Dyno at?
How did it do against the 131? Looks like that part was missing from the video 😊
Yea, there was a snafu and we never reran! The 131 runs away from it tho
I’m here to tell you that it rides way better after the break in. I wasn’t impressed until after 550 miles.
What chances after break in?
Many of the tight feelings and inflexibility of the bike just seem to all awaken. After 1,200 miles my seat started to even feel better. But overall you could hear and feel differences in power dynamics. Additional just being on it longer and learning more the confidence in the bike is better. You feel just more connected and in tune. Like Avatar when Jake Sully’s first ride on the Ikran. Lol. 😂
@ChrisGlides awww yea I hear you!! That all makes sense!!!
I’m debating that cvo or elite challenger, I’m leaning towards cvo road glide tho 😭
Why, or what is making you lean that way??
@@Ridingfish maybe because of Harley’s popularity and the new fairing and vvt saying that now Harley cvo has pull thru the entire rev range now 🤷🏽♂️
@genocide9094 ... I still think for the money Challenger is a way better deal! 15k is a hell of a trip!! Lol 🤷♂️
@@Ridingfish ur completely right 😭😮💨
What were the dyno numbers?
102 hp 119 tq
Are you still an Indian Ambassador?
Yes sir!! 💪
Too much traction control on these bikes for me. You start moding these out you will find out. Just my humble opinion 😮
This bike wouldn't exist if not for indian, HD just caught up to indian.
They definitely needed to make a new bagger!!
@@Ridingfish nee?
@@coreyquante2616 edited... NEW bagger!!
LOL 102 hp What a joke
🤷♂️
How so? Challenger makes almost identical hp and like 20 less tq to the tire than the 121 does. Not sure what other vtwin cruisers are making much more than that
@@Ridingfishthe 121 have anything for that 131? Loydz cam/flash quicker??
@Devin777 sorry I missed this but the CVO does not have more TQ then the Challenger.. about the same
@Devin777 the way the 121 sits stock it has nothing on Challenger or 131.. now when they crack the ECU im sure it will be a different story