Harley-Davidson Sport Glide 2018 In-Depth Review
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
- Here's what I discuss in the video:
00:22 My first experience with Harley was in the US
00:52 About upgraded Softail range 2017
01:39 Sport Glide introduction, luggage system and batwing removal
02:17 Design of the bike
02:42 Milwaukee 8 engine, innovations, vibrations, torque and power
04:33 Wheels
04:44 Sport Glide Suspesnsion
05:12 Brakes
05:52 Ergnomy and seating position
07:10 Road test
This is an in-depth review of the newest Harley-Davidson Softail Sport Glide model 2018. It is recorded in the Czech Republic in May 2018. I truly loved this model for the combination of nice riding abilities and leaning angles together with very practical side bags.
I am also about to publish review of more exclusive Harley Breakout with larger engine 114. Subscribe to my channel and do not miss this video :)
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Recently purchased a 2020 Sport Glide. First Harley. Last bike was an '02 R1 so I was nervous that it wouldn't have enough get up and go to keep things exciting. After one test ride I was sold. Sport Glide is a perfect name for this bike. I love how the SG handles and the torque is enough even stock to be a lot of fun. Just added SE Stage 2 kit because why not. It now pulls all the way up to redline. One word to describe riding this bike is FUN. Great touring and sport cruiser combo. Plan on taking some long trips so the removable saddle bags, wind screen and cruise control are great to have as well. If you're a sportbike guy/gal looking for something a lot more comfy yet a boatload of fun to ride, check out the SG.
i just ordered one of these and can’t wait to get it
I like these bikes with Good lean angles, brakes, change of direction. A good screen protection and saddle bags to carry odds and ends.
I loved it when you mentioned how the Harley just relaxed you. Here in Texas going 12 hours from one side of the state to the other that’s normal operation, welcome to American Iron, enjoy it brother.
Very good review especially the hands off bars showing cruise control working, I road tested one too and found it really nice to ride .
Good review. I just bought one of them myself and I am really enjoying it. It is my first Harley, all my previous bikes have been Japanese. I wish I could find neutral a little quicker and also wish I could see the display in bright sunlight but other than that everything is good. Keep up the good work but stop the weaving.
Hi Miguel, thanks for comment and congrats to such a great bike. I was also surprised by this Harley and still thinking to buy one day in the future.
Well put together and informative review, keep up the good work :) I am considering getting a sport glide and am doing lots of research and looking at others opinions, your review has helped.
Oh that was the purpose so I am now happy... Thanks for the comment.
Thank you for the review. The Road King Special and for some reason this Sport Glide are the only HD's that interest me. You ride it like I would, so I'm glad to know the bike worked well for you.
Thanks for comment. I also tried the Breakout 114 2018... it was interesting experience and very very show-off bikes, but I liked Sport Glide more.
Sportglide the best softail
I had a chance to ride the Sport Glide at an HD demo event a few weeks ago and unfortunately once I got my butt on the SG it didn't feel good to me and I didn't like riding it all that much. That's the way it goes sometimes.
PaiN's Rides looking at buying my first Harley and like you between the RKS and the Sport Glide, RKS in a lot more expensive but I am swaying more towards the SG
@@jackchristodoulou197 LOL ... I wasn't thinking of buying, to be honest I'd be hard pressed to buy any Harley. I've had two and am in no rush to down that road again. 😐
At some point, since I posted this(2 years ago), I stopped by an HD demo event and rode both the RKS and SpG. The RKS was a nice bike to ride, with the 114 it should be even better. I did not like the feel of the SpG at all, there was something odd about oow it rode and how I fit it.
It's on a softail frame, it's a Cruiser. your performance expectations from a cruiser for acceleration are unrealistic. That's not what HD's are about, not unless you buy a Low Rider S with the 114 or 117 Cubic Inch displacement motors with the 28* rake forks for steering quickness. The limit on the lean angle is your indicator, it's NOT a sport bike. It's only a little more sporty than a Road Glide or a Street Glide. Pay attention to the Glide in the name.
I put a stage 2 screaming eagle with a cam on mine. Thats a must. You should look into it. It makes a world of difference.
Great video with lots of insights of value. I am keenly interested in your height/weight as the bike looks to small for you when you sit on it, or perhaps you need an extended reach kit that features a seat that changes riding geometry for riders over 6' plus.
the power on a sport glide dynos at 78.20 hp and 105.50 pound-feet of torque @5300rpm and 105 hp and 57 pound-feet of torque at 2100rpm
any numders around that are probably accurate to your bike aswell.
Nice review, now let's get some more reviews on that Honda Rally and what mods you're going to do on it. Just bought a 2018 Rally, your reviews had a lot to do with me getting that bike so I'm looking forward to more videos on that particular model 👍. Cheers from B.C Canada
Hi Daniel, congrats to such a great bike. Unfortunately, I am quite far away from my Honda this part of the year. I left it on Gran Canaria and having some commitments in some other parts of Europe. It seem I will be back in Gran Canaria in September / November and then I will definitely focus on a small Honda. It will take some time, but I plan to travel through all the Canary Islands and next year I think I will go from Gran Canaria through Spain, France, Switzerland, Austria back home to the Czech Republic (roughly 4 000 kms), so it will need some upgrades. Thanks!
Nice😀,I will be visiting southern Germany and northern italy next year, unfortunately without my bike but it will be my first time in Europe so I'm looking forward to seeing this beautiful part of the world
Awesome review. I really the design of the Sport Glide. It’s a gorgeous bike.
Excellent review, and thanks for adding the road locations, greetings from Prague.
You're welcome! :)
When it comes to Harleys there is such a thing as to refined.
Nice review. I rode the Sport Glide along with the Heritage. Nice bikes but too much money for me.
Very good review, thank you, are you italian?
What's with the swerving back and forth?
All that side to side weaving nyet. Not good, vision sickness.
Looks like a lovely place to ride
Great review, minor note, I'm pretty sure its only oil cooled. Sweet machine!
Oh I know what you mean. There is a tag in the video which says "Watercooled" right? Yes I think I forgot to delete it. But thanks for comment and yes it is a great bike. I hope I will have the chance to ride it again.
Nice review! Please do a 2018 fat boy :)
I'll try to get one for a review. Thanks.
It is not water and oil cooled. It is oil and air cooled. No water
One of the best handling of the new Softails. Not a fan of the bags though.
its trivial to remove them... and then put them back on to travel.
flounder2760 , I'm not a fan of the bags that come with the bike, not bags in general. They are flimsy and cheap looking.
gogo!
65% stiffer frame: doesn’t that mean it’s less stiff?
How does it compare to the audace?
great
at 8:57 , Harley davidson tesla , you dont have to put hands on handlebars. maybe you can texting your wife or make selfie or put pic on instagram . realy great bike if you like multi tasking hahahaha. btw , like always , great review in detail and so much information i got in only 15 mins, thx and keep the great work mate. realy appreciate your work.
Thank you so much for your comment. I am truly happy you like it and find it valuable. To serve valuable content is my only motivation to do this.
JF Motorcycles thanks
Good review. harley or moto guzzi?
what is a unlook speedo?
Please time 0-60 mph
that front wheel is too small.
My problem with the new engines is... they are practically silent!
Ceko Vance Hines
Non ho capito perchè ondeggi a destra ed a sinistra con la moto, mi stai facendo venire il mal di mare
No a fan of tank gauges
A great review but motor cycling with bags attached isn't motor cycling in my book. Plus the just make any bike look like shit. I've never ever need baggage when riding. I've ridden many 500 mile days in the past, not any more. The only time I don't ride is when it's snowing or freezing rain.
I'm guessing you also own a car. When your bike is your only transport you need panniers. 🙄
@@andrewkitchenuk I had 3 cars, but when all are blown up the bike is it until things get rebuilt.
Spoken like someone who's never had to bring groceries home.
For goodness sake, ride it properly and stop weaving from side to side and taking your hands off the handlebars!!
Triumph Rascal Haha yes, I enjoyed the video but the weaving was driving me crazy.
You guys don't ride much, do ya?
He is used to sport bikes. Yes, it is driving me crazy as well but a very thorough and good review. Went and looked at this bike, same paint scheme, yesterday. Very damn tempting.
Yeah that weaving back and forth is annoying as hell
Two numbers to small!
Stop swerving all over the road.
Does HD even have engineers? Same thing year after year, decade after decade. Unreal...
I know, right?
Oh, maybe it's the fact that they are the #1 selling cruiser on the planet - for decades.
Good thing you aren't in charge of marketing, design, or engineering.
It sounds like crap.
Stage 1 with Vance and hines short shots fixed that.
Andrew Green and that’s my problem with Harley’s they are not cheap, and then you have to pay out more for a stage 1 kit to make them sound good
Applies to all bikes now. First job I did on my 1200 Thruxton was fit V&H slipons, on my 1200 Scrambler it was a full decatted system and on my 1100 Africa Twin an Akropovich silencer. Blame the Californians and their obsession with emissions.
Tip, try not to laugh, its very obviously false and annoying.
Hi John, I will hardly avoid it as it is natural and I am always happy to ride any new bike.
John.... Why are you being a dick?
I’ve watched your review and for the most part good. You do need to work o. Your English though as it’s very ordinary. Why Also the swerving around when other vehicles are coming towards you? I see this so often in bike reviews. Remember, oncoming traffic do not know what your doing. I have heard of someone swerved in front when doing this because they thought the bike was out of control. Car and rider both dead. Concentrate on what your doing and be professional man. Not a hack.