This is why you SHOULD buy a Harley-Davidson Road Glide!

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2022
  • Yes, you read it right. This Harley-Davidson Street Glide Rider tells you why you should buy a Harley-Davidson Road Glide.
    #travelingtall #harleydavidson #roadglide
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  • @richardsmith5738
    @richardsmith5738 Рік тому +30

    I agree, the Road Glide is nice. But can I just say, that Street Glide in the background had my attention the entire time. I like what you've done with it. Clean, mean and not overdone. BTW, I ride an Ultra Limited.

  • @PoppaDRides
    @PoppaDRides Рік тому +27

    I know it pained you to speak well of a Roadglide. The air you get with the Roadglide is smooth, and with the right windshield it creates a pocket of very little air flow right at the drrivers head. This is very notacable at slower speeds, 35-50 mph. Abover that you get a good deal of wind, but it's smooth. Love my roadglide.

  • @willcoleman5771
    @willcoleman5771 Рік тому +9

    I went from a street glide to a road glide I would never go back I love my road glide thanks for sharing this video tall

  • @beantowntat6520
    @beantowntat6520 Рік тому +16

    I’ve had two of each and I like the road glide better as far as handling and wind management. The road glide does in fact give you more room. The handlebars on a street glide because of the fairing come back toward you a couple inches then go up, and have limited forward adjustment. The road glide bars go straight up from the clamp and can be adjusted forward significantly forward, depending on bar height and windshield height. So you get about 2” of extra room on top of the phycological room you get from the fairing being further away.

  • @baggertrash1327
    @baggertrash1327 Рік тому +2

    SG owner here. Preach brotha, Let'em know tall!
    STREET GLIDES FOREVER!!

  • @2003MARSSKILLS
    @2003MARSSKILLS Рік тому +9

    Just got me a 2019 Road Glide after riding sportbikes for 25 years. I'm enjoying it so far!

  • @ncautolink
    @ncautolink Рік тому +3

    I never liked a Road Glide and I owned many different Harley’s including 2 Street Glides. 4 months ago I had a bike accident and totaled my Street Glide. I thought I would never say that, but now I’m buying a Road Glide. I fell in love w them after I start looking for my street glide replacement. But, I still have not ridden one yet.

  • @kellybgliding
    @kellybgliding Рік тому +6

    Great video Tall. I rode my buddy Street Glide last week and I couldn’t tell the difference on the highway. It was a nice ride

  • @xdarkknight670x
    @xdarkknight670x Рік тому +4

    I've been on a Street Glide since 2008 and have loved and defended them against all else ever since. That said, after having rode my cousin's Road Glide 800 miles with the same 12 apes i got on mine, I would have long put my ugly fixed fairing bias aside when they came back out. It was almost as comfortable and smooth a ride as my wife's Can-am which I came away with no backache.

  • @thejack3432
    @thejack3432 Рік тому +2

    Another great video Tall. Man! You looked good sitting on that Roadglide

  • @michaellee7465
    @michaellee7465 Рік тому +1

    😆 ok nice joke at the end. I needed that. 2015 Street glide Special. My first Harley after 20 years of sport 🏍. This Harley community has a great bunch of guys. Looking forward to many miles and smiles

  • @bigrobpierce3804
    @bigrobpierce3804 Рік тому

    Tall, that was a great video I just love my 2019 Road Glide CVO, for all the reasons you gave. keep up the great video's, great information.🔥🔥🔥💯💯

  • @stuartberke5845
    @stuartberke5845 Рік тому +5

    I've had both. I'll take the road glide every day of the week. Mostly because of all the things you pointed out in this video. I think it handles much better and a much more enjoyable ride . JMHO. Stuart. 👌

  • @nturner6760
    @nturner6760 Рік тому +1

    Tall I know you had to take a bc headache powder after making this video thanks for being painfully unbiased another great video loved one

  • @irnfocus
    @irnfocus Рік тому +2

    Great video! I know this one hurt, lol - I love my Road Glide
    As for the sheep... I'm with Tony on this one ... i not hear 20 sick, I heard 26!
    Keep those videos coming

  • @briansimmons4629
    @briansimmons4629 Рік тому +2

    Great video Tall!! I have had a 2013 Road Glide and now have a 2018 CVO Street Glide with a 128 motor. What I'm not a fan of on the newer RG is all the vents that can't be closed unless you add them. I live in Montana and we have LONG winters up here. Not uncommon to ride in 30 deg and colder when the roads are not icy. My CVO with the lowers vents closed and the upper vent open be hind my Knocks windshield is perfect. Also i have no issues with Head shake at 110+mph ether.

  • @handyvan3422
    @handyvan3422 Рік тому

    oh boy here we go - im glad you came to your senses tall

  • @charlieryan1736
    @charlieryan1736 Рік тому

    Thanks for making this unbiased and honest video

  • @samchavez8994
    @samchavez8994 Рік тому +5

    I have owned both and i have to say that i enjoy my road glide best. i have covered thousands of miles on both bikes and the road glide handled better for me. i like some elements about the street glide but the road glide just really sweet ride. i love your bike it looks amazon but both bikes are nice it comes down to a matter of preference honestly. keep gliding no matter what glide your on.

  • @Qwnb72
    @Qwnb72 4 місяці тому

    Big facts 💪 road glide is my fav. love the content !

  • @walkerwatson7526
    @walkerwatson7526 Рік тому

    My brotha just come over to the RG life lol.....great vid keep doing you!!

  • @slyguyaction
    @slyguyaction Рік тому +2

    I’ve owned both the batwing bike and a RoadGlide and prefer the handling & looks of the RG. It’s personal preference tho. Let’s just get out there and ride! Thanks Tall!! 🏍️

  • @immauelsantana9180
    @immauelsantana9180 10 місяців тому

    Thank you very much for the information. I just bought a 2022 Harley- Davidson road glide 117 M8. I'm going to pick it up tomorrow September 02.2023 from Dutch Hills Harley-Davidson in Netherlands. I live in Germany. I can't wait to ride it. 😊

  • @jarvisfarrell1344
    @jarvisfarrell1344 Рік тому +2

    I can appreciate your candor in this video rall. that being said, I am a Streetglide owner and I just like the way it Looks over the roadglide. To me, the riding drifferences don't really show up unltill you get way up in speed.

  • @cbee467
    @cbee467 Рік тому

    Very informative. Thx !!!

  • @marcusturner5291
    @marcusturner5291 Рік тому +2

    Nice review keep up the good work traveling tall

  • @jimbolen3599
    @jimbolen3599 Рік тому +1

    Always enjoy your videos

  • @markscustommasonry
    @markscustommasonry Рік тому

    Thankyou for mentioning the extra vents in shark nose. Not exited about those since we ride in colder, rainy weather up north here

  • @TheRider_1229
    @TheRider_1229 Рік тому +1

    I own a 2020 Police Electra Glide, 2022 Road Glide Limited. These same touring families except for differing types of the fairing. I have no complaints about HD touring bikes, except for one; Road Glide does not block wind to my hands and my both hands got really cold during the low 60s morning temperature. Both bikes came with heated hand grips as standard equipment, I could ride the Electra Glide with tactical gloves for all 4 seasons BUT I had to purchase winter gloves for my Road Glide Limited.
    Each bike has unique characteristics and that is the only thing I've noticed compared to both bikes.
    I love both bikes. Ride safe 🤟🏼

  • @docwells4747
    @docwells4747 Рік тому

    I had a Street Glide and felt cramped. Iam 6'5 and have a ton more room with the Road Glide.I bought mine from Tony that's in your video. He said." one ride and you will buy it".Been smiling ever since........

  • @thecivilrightsguyintxk
    @thecivilrightsguyintxk Рік тому

    I had a ‘13 Road Glide that I loved. Put 10k miles on it the first year. I’ll be getting a new one this year. 🤘🏼

  • @deanlockamy2087
    @deanlockamy2087 Рік тому

    I was riding a road glide back when no one was riding road glides, HD even quit making them now everyone has one, Mines a 2008 black with red stripes 96 engine with cobra pipes and its the best of many harleys I've owned.

  • @GlidingOnTwos
    @GlidingOnTwos Рік тому +2

    Both bikes are fantastic! I've never felt the handlebars of my SG shake during high winds or fast riding on the highway.

  • @HvyMetal4Ever
    @HvyMetal4Ever Рік тому +2

    I have enjoyed my street glide. I had T-bars installed which gives is great handling. But after a rather lengthy poker run last week, I am really looking at the RGS specials again. The wind deflection seemed better to me. Less buffet in the head. At 6'6" (tall in the torso) every bit helps.
    I will agree that the Apex theme does look good. Just don't know if it's an additional $3k good.
    To each there own. Just enjoy what you ride and put down miles every chance you get. Hope to get a chance to ride with out on the west coast some time.

  • @robertkeefer2128
    @robertkeefer2128 Місяць тому

    Beautiful bike I love it the paint the bike I need it!!! Perfect set up Im looking to get one hopefully I can find one just like that one if I’m lucky

  • @filstoy
    @filstoy Рік тому

    Good informative video. Just got my first Harley-a Road King although I've worked on a few but figuring out which model has what can be a daunting task .

  • @jackieharris2854
    @jackieharris2854 Рік тому

    I have a 2015 road glide, it was my first Harley. I thought you was Street Glide for life.

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    I put a tall klock werks fairing on mine. Does a great job blocking the wind. I highly recommend...

  • @miltonsmith7431
    @miltonsmith7431 Рік тому +1

    Riding a Road Glide long distance (several hundred miles a day) is less fatiguing. It's not so much that you feel the wind pushing the fairing on the Batwing bikes as much as you notice not fighting it on a Road Glide if you have ridden both long distance. You make more subconscious micro adjustments riding the Street Glide. I noticed not having to do that once I went on my first long ride on my Road Glide. Previous bike was an Ultra Classic. On short runs it's less noticeable IMHO.

  • @justinthompson3255
    @justinthompson3255 Рік тому

    From riding motocross, you want more weight in your turns! Love my SG thannks to you Tall! Keep those videos coming brother

  • @ChrisGlides
    @ChrisGlides Рік тому +3

    😂 Nice Dad Joke. It was more funny thinking about you getting a RG and loving it more than your SG. I laughed cause I’m a trader and transitioned from SG to RG x 3 more RG’s. Love them. I want HD to come out with a Plugin/Gas Hybrid Glide 😮. Anyway, see you at Run to the Hills 3.

  • @VinhNguyen-cs2ny
    @VinhNguyen-cs2ny Рік тому +1

    Tkhs for Sharing ❤

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    I put on a tall klock werks windshield on mine, luv it!

  • @davidmitchell9048
    @davidmitchell9048 Рік тому

    Great information!!

  • @GuiltySiNz
    @GuiltySiNz Рік тому

    i just started riding 15 months ago, my first bike was a Softail street bob, got bars, seats, full exhaust , air cleaner and tune, traded in 2wks ago for a 22' Road Glide Standard New, I road both RG/SG but went with the RG 2022 standard, i absolutely love it, first week got 1000 miles, now I'm at 1800 2nd week. Think i got a good deal for 20k with 3miles. The Touring Harleys, makes me want to ride further, its like a Caddy it just soaks up all the bumps and its super stable even on 35-40mph wind gust..Rides totally different from my softail...I got so many mods i want to do, first up with Factory 47 Ape hangers...

  • @39MercFlathead
    @39MercFlathead 8 днів тому

    A favorite story from my childhood on the farm in the early 50s. Teacher: Johnny you have 20 sheep in the corral and one gets out. How many do you have left in the corral? Johnny: None teacher. Teacher: Johnny, you don't know your math very well. You have 19 left. Johnny: Teacher you don't know your sheep very well.😂

  • @vennroc6845
    @vennroc6845 Рік тому +1

    Blessing from the Motor City, nice review Tall. I have a 2020 Road Glide Special. It’s my first Harley and I love it. I would like to test ride a batwing Harley to see if there is a difference that I can feel. Peace n Love.

  • @edp7639
    @edp7639 Рік тому +1

    Yeah, do that video on the 👍of the Street Glide. Like the looks of the Road Glide and after being on a couple of Street Glide for 8+ years, the RG is different, I like it; however, there is no way I would ever give up a black and chrome Street Glide for one. My eBike is even black and chrome.🚴‍♂

  • @Roadglide117
    @Roadglide117 Рік тому +7

    I'll stick with my Road King.

    • @ALEXdaG
      @ALEXdaG 2 місяці тому

      Are you able to ride with a half helmet on the highway?

  • @motorcycleden
    @motorcycleden Рік тому

    I could almost feel your pain! Lol Both are great bikes in there own way. We've owned both batwing and shark nose fairings and if I rode solo I would own a batwing fairing but since we ride 2up almost 100% of the time the shark nose does a better job for us. You better go show your Street Glide some love after that video

  • @joe305f4
    @joe305f4 Рік тому

    I bought that bike 2 months ago. Trade my street glide for the road glide. And love it

  • @dbrown2989
    @dbrown2989 Рік тому

    Great video brother! I

  • @jmack03harleyman19
    @jmack03harleyman19 Рік тому

    Harley Davidson lovers love all Harley’s no matter what we all say It’s the best and most sold and wanted motorcycle in the world Facts‼️💯💯💯

  • @leewalker6933
    @leewalker6933 Рік тому

    I can't believe what I'm hearing lol 😂 Road Glide compliments 😅 Thanks bro!! Idk how much they paid you but take the bag and 🏃‍♂️ lol 😆

  • @redrider0151
    @redrider0151 Рік тому +1

    When I got my Road Glide and made a video on it, I stated that the fairing on the RG is further out from the rider, creating a lot more noise and that was the reason I thought the SG (I have a 2015 SG as well) was a better touring bike....and LITERALLY dozens of people lit me up for saying it, saying i was wrong, etc... They ALL state how the handlebars are affected by wind on the SG when touring....which I as well have NEVER experienced....its all the commenters stated, that the shake of the bars when passing trucks etc...... I feel like the RG allows for more AGGRESSIVE riding, as you can tell that the weight of the fairing and headlight, and stereo, are all off the bars so you get better feedback when countersteering etc.......but the SG has a much better riding bubble due to the larger footprint out front with the bigger fairing makes a better touring bike. It has a shorter reach to all the fairing controls, it has way less noise because the windscreen is at least a foot closer to the rider, it extends that rider bubble to the passenger as well. I LOVE my RG becasue I like an aggressive ride, I wear a full face helmet so the noise doesnt bother me....but when I am riding a relaxed ride with my wife, the SG is by far and away the better choice for us.

  • @bigjonsadventures9537
    @bigjonsadventures9537 Рік тому +1

    Ole no Tall's done fell and bumped his head ! Get well soon Tall ! 😂 Lol

  • @emjaycoleman2529
    @emjaycoleman2529 Рік тому +2

    I heard it first Tall you said it….. Keep ROAD guiding!!!!!! Lol 😂 I’m biased because that is my exact bike in your video!!!!

  • @OBS_Austin15
    @OBS_Austin15 Рік тому

    I use to get the handle bar shake bad passing 18 wheelers on my Electraglide and my victory magnum, but only passing big vehicles like that. Never had that problem on any of my roadglides.

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    Excellent commentary 👌 👏

  • @tax905972
    @tax905972 Рік тому +1

    NOISE!!! GO CHECK OUT THE NEW ST WITH THE 117CI!!! NOW IF YOU ARE TOO WEAK TO HANDLE THE BATWING, GO GET YOURSELF THAT FRAME-MOUNTED ROAD GLIDE

  • @MFFOODY
    @MFFOODY Рік тому

    WELL SAID GOOD SIR.

  • @TateRedLeaf
    @TateRedLeaf Рік тому +1

    The thing I’ve noticed is when you’re riding hard through tight corners. It seems like the SG is harder to turn over from one side to the other.

  • @jackieharris2854
    @jackieharris2854 Рік тому

    I really don’t understand why in the Harley world that it is not ok to say you like another style of bike. I love your opinion

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    Its what i chose, i was not disappointed 😌 road glide nation!

  • @d-dotjohnson7596
    @d-dotjohnson7596 Рік тому +1

    Yes do one for the Street Glide looking forward already

  • @dartanianchandler608
    @dartanianchandler608 Рік тому

    Hey Tall, completely off the RG subject here. I've been checking your videos and appreciate your reviews and information. I ride a 19 SG CVO. I'm about to do a big bore kit and was wondering about the issue of heat. I live in the DFW metroplex and it gets seriously hot here during the summer season, as you already know. I'm up in the air about what direction to go in, I do like to tear it up light to light, but I also seriously tour on this bike. I'm open to different options. I know I'm going to do the cam chest update as a minimum to get the oil pump failure probability monkey off my back. I'd really like to get your opinion on this subject.
    Thank man, keep up the great work!
    DC

  • @andycarter7325
    @andycarter7325 Рік тому

    Bit of a Dad joke right there Tall. Funny.

  • @wmbcwo
    @wmbcwo Рік тому +1

    Great Job Tall

  • @tax905972
    @tax905972 Рік тому

    The fairing is pushed forward on thrr Ed broad glide, which is why you have a longer reach too get to the infotainment system.

  • @nationalbankvisamastercard5618

    Both bikes are the best and the same in my opinion ..is just matter of taste . I personally prefer the batwing , love the looks with my 14'' factory 47 apes ..and more symmetry having the gadgets closer to me. Like a race car!!!....both bikes are fantastic!!

  • @stevemonroe1045
    @stevemonroe1045 Рік тому +2

    I want to see why to buy a street glide. Love the street glide and my batwing fairing

  • @albertharper9048
    @albertharper9048 Рік тому

    There is an issue with the vent closures in the fairing. I had a side vent and the top one repaired under warranty on my 16 RG Special and now they've done away with side ones. My top vent on my 2020 RG Special doesn't work anymore, but that's fine for now.

  • @rickyoverton5420
    @rickyoverton5420 Рік тому +1

    Yes please do a video on street glide!!

  • @wmbcwo
    @wmbcwo Рік тому +1

    Preach Tall, say it. You are going to be delivered from that Street Glide👏👏👏👏👏

    • @TravelingTall
      @TravelingTall  Рік тому

      I do like it but, It would be in addition to my Street Glide. Not replacing it, but as of right now I'm not looking for another bike.

  • @dwight072
    @dwight072 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful RGS

  • @TheRealBiggDeal
    @TheRealBiggDeal Рік тому

    I'm a prior Ultra Classic owner and now own both a Road Glide Limited and Road King. All three are very nice bikes, it's all about personal preferences. I have become a huge RG fan and will never part ways with my RK.

  • @gvente87
    @gvente87 10 місяців тому

    Traveling Tall, while RG & SG have the same frame, seat location, floorboard location etc., the Road Glide does afford taller riders with ape hangers to push them forward and allow a little more room in a sense. It obviously doesn't change the dimensions of the bike but if you have really long arms one might argue that the RG has more "room". As you know, you're limited with handlebar locations with a batwing.

  • @the.american.bikers
    @the.american.bikers Рік тому +1

    Yes i want to see it

  • @ivanhoward3273
    @ivanhoward3273 Рік тому

    Man.... you can't be feeling well. I can't believe the words that came out of your mouth 🤣🤣. But I appreciate it though I love my FLTRK.

  • @lukebradney3065
    @lukebradney3065 Рік тому

    Is the steering really lighter on a RG? When turning the bars the greatest resistance comes from the surface tension of the tire on the road surface and the RG is 27lbs heavier with the only difference being the fairing that is centred over the front axle therefore increasing the surface tension of the tire on the road surface. With both front ends of the ground the input force difference if any would be negligible.

  • @Regster34
    @Regster34 Рік тому +1

    Hey Tall you look good on the Apex Road Glide. Just saying maybe in the future for you. If you’re not Gliding your not riding. Steve from Boston. 😎

  • @anthonyb5614
    @anthonyb5614 Рік тому +1

    Tall must have lost a bet or was being held hostage, either way I liked the kind words about the road glide. Lol.

  • @hollywoodglidin3835
    @hollywoodglidin3835 Рік тому +1

    Hey Tall it’s ok to admit it you want one 😂

  • @markurbancowboy
    @markurbancowboy Рік тому

    I've had both and the are about the same, but I do like the RG a tad bit better because of the no weight on the steering.

  • @jahpolo6674
    @jahpolo6674 Рік тому +1

    Nice video Tall! I know it was a pain to speak nice about the road glide

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    I bought mine from myers-duren hd tulsa, ok. I highly recommend them...

  • @120074
    @120074 Рік тому

    I own a 2021 Road Glide Limited,have owned 5 batwing fairing bikes and have enjoyed those bikes but I will not go back to a batwing. Love my RG

  • @dennisriddle197
    @dennisriddle197 Рік тому +1

    Glide on!👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

  • @bubbanezz
    @bubbanezz Рік тому

    I absolutely love my 2020 Road Glide. I set out to get a Street Glide but, after testing both, bought the Road Glide. You talk about there being more air flow. Not really. The fairing design, paired with the proper height after market windshield, makes for a great “rider pocket” and great protection from the wind. Where the Road Glide shines is when a truck or large vehicle goes by, or there’s a headwind. I don’t feel it in the bars at all thanks to the frame mounted fairing.

  • @davidsizemore2745
    @davidsizemore2745 Рік тому

    Tall when you going to do a review of a Honda Gold Wing vs RG, SG, Ultra Limited?

  • @lukepaso1993
    @lukepaso1993 Рік тому +1

    You look suited on the road glide
    Looks great in apex

  • @morriscovington732
    @morriscovington732 Рік тому

    RG VS SG it always comes down to which bike makes you smile when you see it as far as performance the RG seems lighter but in reality it's heavier not a lot heavier but it is heavier as far as turning the bike at speed it helps greatly if you reverse steer the bike...my opinion the RG is a better bike for racing the SG is better for touring my opinion can't go wrong with either cause the difference between the two bikes are very small for me it's mostly the look of the bikes that's the biggest difference between them...keep Gliding p.s. WERE ALL HARLEY DAVIDSON RIDERS...LET'S RIDE FAMILY

  • @AngleFan1
    @AngleFan1 Рік тому +1

    To your last point, it is a beautiful bike… from the gas tank back. The fairing could use some work though!

  • @curtisck813
    @curtisck813 Рік тому

    Where did u get the hoodie Tall

  • @whatsinthembags
    @whatsinthembags Рік тому +1

    Get you one

  • @williamland1
    @williamland1 Рік тому

    Love my road glide ltd. Wish I had the chance to buy the apex paint set I really like it . That’s a beauty 🔥. Tall your street glide is done perfectly !! I love your bike too & I know it runs amazing beacuse I watched your zippers videos ! It would be awesome to have zippers do my road glide but I also have two kids in collage. Maybe someday soon . God bless 🇺🇸

  • @whdbnrm3023
    @whdbnrm3023 Рік тому

    always liked the electra but would not go back to batwing . Biggest difference ? Less feedback from wind turbulence ,second difference ,a lot more room between windshield and rider

  • @2147crew
    @2147crew Рік тому +1

    Tall! Good points! 2147 Crew…

  • @morrisdennis
    @morrisdennis Рік тому

    Rgs ride very nice. Its all that i will buy in the future, considering a cvo limited? 🤔

  • @shane8493
    @shane8493 Рік тому

    Bagger racing supports the truth that fixed fairings dominates track racing. The Challenger & Road Glide are always sweeping the podium.