STREETGLIDE VS ROADGLIDE "BATTLE OF THE JUGGERNAUTS "debate is over"
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
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I wanted to have a conversation and give you my take on these two juggernauts!!!
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“It doesn’t matter what you riding, as long as your gliding”
this might be the most straight-up review of those two bikes I've seen. Great job man. I think u nailed it. 👍
Both are excellent but I chose the road glide and in 5’9” 200lbs. All that matters is we are gliding bro👊🏾👊🏾 safe travels everyone!
I’m In Love with both bikes bro. I wouldn’t be able to make a choice if it came down to it. The price would be the only tie breaker for me.😂
I agree, I am looking at both of them, and it will probably price.
My comment is long but hopefully it helps some others…either way…..
“I’ve rented SG in the past for 3 days....I also have been on a Road King the last 9 years
When I went to buy a new bike I test rode both SG and RG, each for about 45 minute ride. Half way through on the RG I realized that yeah, this is the bike..... there is a difference in handling.
Through the S corners, the SG feels like you are using the bars to bring the bike from one side, over center, and to the other side. You are dragging the fairing with the bars.......35-40 lbs of batwing fairing to drag right and left over the center of gravity.
- [ ] The RG feels more nimble and through the corners, it feels like center of gravity is right below your seat, like you are on a rail, smooth and tight with the fulcrum right under your ass.
SG feels like the fulcrum is at the steering head, or just under the tank and that is because of the added weight of the fairing on the bars ...., it’s not a huge deal, but there is a difference.....
I also thought that I would like the cockpit of the SG better, the way the gauges are laid out right in front of you, the infotainment screen within easy reach etc. the RG fairing and cockpit looked too open and infotainment screen too far away, the gauge location spread out etc.....BUT, after riding both, the SG felt a little cramped to be honest and I’m average height at 5’-10” The SG fairing does protect you more from the wind…RG has a lot of air buffeting in the cockpit….
I really appreciate the openness and roominess the RG riders compartment over the SG .
I BOUGHT THE RG....
I test rode both bikes and I went for the road glide.both bikes are amazing, you can’t go wrong with either one
Great video bro👍
Why
Street Glides are sexy and my choice. No regrets buying my 2020 SGS.
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Same here 🤟🏻
I have 1 regret with my 2020 SGS.
I had the 117 ci stage 3 kit installed before I took it home. Right after that they discontinued that kit and came out with the 131 for I believe the same price. Wish I’d of the the 131 instead. 😒 But it still has plenty of power and runs great.
I love my 2021 special,, after installing 12"bars I cruise better over 80 mph I guess cause I'm leaning back more,, less turbulence,, love at 1St sight,, lol
Well said. I knew right off it was the Road Glide Special for me. All 6’5” 260lbs was ready for that bike 👍🏾
I'm about 290 lbs.
How is the bike over bumps?
Shocks and seats.
Did you need to upgrade one or both?
Thanks.
I was trained to ride on a police department. Batwing fairings will handle much better at slow speeds, and give you better downforce and control at high speeds. Go to a police rodeo and count how many Road Glides are there....none.
Thank you for the input
Thanks, I think I’ve made my decision now
Thanks....Not sure how or why the batwing handles better at slow speeds. I do a fair amount of slow speed practice on my Road King and will continue be it on the RGS or SGS. I want what handles better.
The Road Glide is harder handle at 0-5mph due to it feeling “longer” than a Street Glide. The mounted fairing vs. the Batwing is night and day difference. Nothing cuts through the wind like a Road Glide. In Texas, there is a strong cross-wind almost 365 days a year. I cruise 90+ everywhere I go because it’s just so silky smooth in the wind! Road Glide or No Glide 😂
I felt the RG was easier at slow speed maneuvers because , to me, the bars have a lighter feel. The fixed fairing didn’t affect my vision or trick my mind like I expected it to. I hate my SG on the interstate. It moves around the lane like crazy. RG is so much more stable. RG def has my vote as well
@@RobertJones-ix2hu I know this is older post, but I agree with you. I like them both, but the Road Glide is more aerodynamic, and handles better because that weight isn’t attached to the bars. I think some feel the opposite because it “feels bigger” (the fairing in front of you) but they’re almost exactly the same width.
I’m only 5’7 and I ride a Road Glide Limited.
Either way, both awesome bikes, I definitely like them both!
I'm 6'0" and on the road glide I had to reach out to access the dash. I bought a 2018 geezer glide ultra couch instead. I do prefer the look of the road glide. Either way find what fits you and go lay down some miles.
Both are great. I was told since I'm 6'4" that a Road Glide would fit me better. But I just bought a 2021 Street Glide Special FLHXS 2 weeks ago. Just picked it up a few days ago and I love it. Fits great.
I agree with everything that you stated in this video. I’ve 3 fixed fairing bikes and 2 bat wings, I enjoy the bat wing more. I feel like I have more control. Good video.
BatWing Life! 👊🏾
L.D.
Been on both over the years. Truth is the RG handles the wind better. Not much better but it cuts through the wind a little better than the SG. In the real cold, you'll be praying for a bat wing fairing. I mean in the cold cold and the rain when you're 1000 miles Fromm home you'll be praying for a batwing bike. Crosswinds- same same. Handling turbulence from trucks on the road- same same. I'm a highway man. I don't trip around town on my bike. For the highway; I'll take the SG every time.
Appreciate the tidbit regarding COLD and RAIN !
Beautiful Beautiful n A Perfect Review Brother!!! Couldn't have done it any better!
Got it, ROADGLIDE RULES, excellent video bro! Keep up the good work!
I feel the same as you. Test drove both bikes and I got the street glide. Love the video, keep it up!
I totally agree with your Analysis/opinion. I am a street glide CVO owner. But recently I literally lived with rental road glide touring Europe. Climbing the alps mountains on a road glide. I rode almost 4k km in 15 days. My feedback from this experience You’ve basically summarized in this video! Thanks for sharing. 🙏
Love both bikes too. Harley is killing it with the paint but I agree with you. At 5’6” I felt/feel more connected to my SGS. Love where the dials are and the aggressive feel of my 12” bars. Good vid!
A little bit late on this video. But spot on man. I actually like the look of the road glide more, but when I got on the road glide it was super intimidating because it felt way bigger and fairing seemed far away. So I immediately disregarded the street glide and settled for a lowrider st. But then one day I sat on a street glide and man it was very comfortable and not intimidating at all. Everything was right in front of me and I loved the cockpit.
For being a short rider, street glide was way better to me than the road glide. So when you said shorter guy stick with the street glide made perfect sense. I have a buddy who is short as I am and struggles to comfortably ride the road glide.
Def not a debate the Roadglide is better 😝 just picked mine up this past Friday I’m 5’7 163 handles like a dream! All jokes aside tho love em both!
I like both but I love my road glide. It’s definitely made for taller people. But like you said once you make the bike your own it’s a different story. 🙌
Perfect! Buy the one that makes you smile every time you see it.
Excellent video. Great explanation to the differences of the Streetglide vs Roadglide…I prefer the Streetglide it just looks better to me but Roadglide enthusiasts will say otherwise…Streetglide sells about 2-1 over the Roadglide …This is what a Harley salesmen told me..
Wow, I really appreciate the breakdown! I've always loved the Street Glide but lately the Road Glide has been catching my eye. Still undecided but still, thanks for putting this up!!
I’ve heard you before, and today I heard you again. You’ve done a fantastic job in explaining the differences. I had a 2017RGS which got totaled in a recent crash when I was stopped at a red light. But I’m looking to get another bike, God willing, in future. I am now considering the Street Glide. Again, loved your unbiased crystal-clear explanation of both bikes. Blessings, Bro!
Glad I found this video. Thank you. You have confirmed several things between these two bikes that I just experienced myself! It's weird, but that RG did feel like I really needed a back rest or something as things seemed just a bit farther away from me than the SG. The sales guy said there's about a 3 inch difference between the two bikes. I also just saw a HD rep say they sell a few more of the SG's than they do the RG's but to ride them both to decide. I did, and I like the fact the RG has the TFT up high, but I didn't care for the rear mirrors on the bike. I liked the rear mirrors on the SG, but the TFT was lower due to the analogs being up top. I did slightly feel like I was more "secure" on the SG. I'm only 5'9, and a fatso. So maybe I should stick with that SG. I see more RG's at night though, and that headlamp is awesome. I haven't seen the SG at night to my knowledge, but HD being HD you add lights if you want to add them. The biggest thing I noticed between the two rides was the wind buffeting my head. The SG stock was terrible. My head moved like a jack-hammer. The RG was much less, far less. I hate to have to go right out and spend on a taller windshield or deflector, but maybe I will. So now I'm stumped. I'm going back Saturday to pick one out. I'm gonna ride each again to try, and pin it down. If they can adjust the ride on the RG I'd take that one I think. If they can't adjust it so it feels like an SG, maybe I'll stick with the SG. Sorry for blabbing...maybe I need a mental health counselor...lol.
I’ve had both bike and i totally agree with you, especially on the handling. Im 5’8”-ish and i’m on the long leg side so my body isn’t so tall and for me the RG is like driving a long hood car like an old cadillac and the SG is like “normal” car, and because my body is on the shorter side, it’s pretty hard to see the front side of the bike in traffic on RG. And another point for the handling, on the SG i can feel the weight on the bar for maneuvering so there’s no sudden “pulling down” effect when leaning the bike, like on the RG. I don’t know if this happen on my mind, but my theory is, because the steering on RG is pretty light, for split second you forgot the weight and when you lean the bike the weight is like pulling you down and because the RG’s fairing is on the high side of the bike, the center of gravity is pretty high too and that’s why i feel the “pulling down” effect. And I live in a constant traffic country, so for me the RG isn’t ideal
!00% Spot On!!! ...on the highway the only noticeable difference is the faring and the ergonomics within. So get the bike that you have to keep looking back and smiling at as you're walking away!!!
I've never even threw a leg over a streetglide that's how well I like the roadglide but I have sat on a roadmaster and thats what I thought immediately like you said you just feel in more control but there is something about the RG that I can't seem to get away from going to check out the rake and trail of the two again
Being a RG owner both bikes are phenomenal but I like the inner fairing dash better on the SG but like the shark nose outter fairing bettervon the RG.
I have been torn between both. I love the look of the both of them. I will put my .02 for anyone who wants to read it.
I'm a big dude. 6'6 and 305 lbs. (Don't judge, I like tacos) Having taken both out, I can say there are some advantages to both. A couple of things he touched on in this video.
The RG definitely stretches the front end out. Advantage being a tall guy - you feel less crowded. Disadvantage is - if you're trying to view the nav screen, it's a lot further out.
The SG is definitely more nimble at lower speeds. The one advantage is with the fork mount is getting it up off the jiffy stand. You are able to stand the bike up, and then rotate the weight of that fairing. With the RG, you are taking all that weight up at once. With the right saddle and bars, I don't feel crowded at all.
Hopefully I'll make a decision here in the next bit so I can go buy one lol
But it may be neither. I might go with the Electra glide standard. $19K for a new bike, leaves me with 10K to do quite a lot.
How is the seat and suspension?
You need a aftermarket seat and upgraded suspension for sure!
Like Both
You’re 100% right bro. It’s the one you’re most attracted to. You will know when you see it. I just bought and EGS, although I was approved for a RG.
That was a very good comparison on both bikes. I own a 2019 Road Glide Special and it does have a smooth ride and I think it is a gorgeous bike. I was on vacation in the NC mountains a few weeks ago and rented a 2014 Street Glide and I want to say that it had a good ride also and handled awesome. I think as far as handling I thought they were pretty much the same but one thing I noticed with the Street Glide was that for me there was less wind noise than my Road Glide. I need to invest in a taller windshield but think the stock looks best. I think both bikes are awesome but you are correct when you have the right bike you know it. You will park get off and look back at it as your walking away. You will open the garage door and stare at it.
Yessir!!
Enjoyed your video. Like Mr. Boone(Kenneth), I'm 5"8" and a couple hundred pounds. I rode a Street Glide CVO before my Road Glide Ultra. The Street was nice but the Roadie is heaven. I like the open cock pit area, love the shark nose and don't feel the wind in the handle bars as I did with the Street Glide. Yesterday ( with permission) I sat on my buddy's Street Glide and admittedly it seemed set more so for a shorter rider. I'm sure with shocks and seat adjustments I can get ( or close) to the same footing while stopped on my RG. After all, is just the fairing that differ between the bikes. Regardless, both beautiful rides and it's your mind set also. If you feel apprehensive on what you are riding, you are not going to enjoy it as much. In closing, "ride" on and safe miles.
I bought a 2021 Street Glide Special in snake venom. I absolutely love this bike although I did check out the Road Glide Special. I like things more upfront and I felt more in control with the Street Glide, I'm also 5'7 and I feel the Road Glide is more suited for taller riders. I have since put on meat hook 12' apes, V&H Torquer exhaust, and Willie G heated grips and mirrors! Thanks for the great video breakin' things down!
Literally a preference thing I’m glad you specified that
Thanks for the content. There are a few of these RGS vs SGS out there but everyone brings a different vibe.
I have test rode both and for me the RGS was it. I am a shorter rider, but I figured go with what makes you happy.
Again thanks for the video.
Ride safe
Street glide is more beautiful than the road glide 🤙🏼
🦈 4Life, next question. I presently own a RGS but I'm not biased at all, I just can pick a better product, it's a gift, I gotta use it.
Love my 17 Street Glide Special. 5'8/5'9 I'm good!!
I been riding street bikes since I was 16 always rice rockets
the 1st Harley I rode was sportster
sitting on a 2x4 with mini bike motor
1st Harley I owed was a nite train fun bike
2 nd Harley street glide great bike
3 rd Harley road glide one of the best bikes I've ever owned handling power comfort there's no comparison
Love them both Dream one day to own both bikes.
Very good review. You pretty much hit everything right on the head. I have owned both plus a Road King. I am a big guy and I prefer the Road Glide just for that reason..
Great honest review. You brought up points about the RG that I
never thought of.
In 2016 I sat on a road glide in the dealership and then sat on the street glide. The stationary fairing and being able to turn the bars without the fairing moving on the road glide felt “weird”, I ended up buying the street glide. Fast forward 3 yrs. later, I test rode a 2019 road glide and traded in my 2016 street glide and never looked back. I had my 2019 road glide standard for just about 3 yrs. and traded that in for a 2020 road glide special. I wanted the blacked out look. My personal opinion is yes, they are both awesome bikes, can’t go wrong with either one, but for me it’s the road glide all day everyday.
Good review, and what I have researched, he is right on. Just ordered my Street Glide yesterday.
No wind resistance on the front end better protection from wind and elements less weight on your front end because of the frame mounted fairing, for a rider the choice has to be the Road Glide. Take a look at Motorcycle clubs that ride more miles than most people and most ride Road Glides.
Bro, thanks for this amazing video.. I'm leaning towards the Streetglide... Ride safe man!!!
Streetglide has the iconic look . I have a 2014 Firefighter shrine 103 high output. Now I'm 5' 8 and I like to feel closer to the front wheel. I like the Road glide BUT I don't like the fixed fairing that is a stretch ( for me ) to even touch the dashboard like front fairing to opperate the radio. The road glide would be easier to turn in Very high winds and would be a better bike for taller riders to stretch out on but I have been in very high winds with my Streetglide and didn't have a problem. You pay your money you makes your choice.
I have had both. I went with the 2016 sg in 2015 because at 5'5" I felt more secure on the sg and having a 2005 Ultra for a few years but after testing the road glide several times on Demo days over the course of 2 years I went with the 2018 RGS and feel I should have in 2016. IMO it handles better in all conditions and is a better ride. I did try an SGS last year at demo days and couldn't wait to get off it I felt cramped lol. I never thought I would after owning an Ultra for a few years and an sg for 2 years but the shark is the bike for me. The sg isn't more aerodynamic but it does protect you better in the cold or rain but the rg handles and cuts the wind better. ride beside or behind a semi on both for some distance and report back
Great video man- I used to only have Street glides then I ran across a RG with a 120R in it and I got it. I personally feel like without the fairing moving with the forks the RG is much more maneuverable. My opinion. And if you look at the bagger race series now most of the HDs are RGs with a few SGs in there. Same with the Indians no idea what Indian calls their version of the RG don't care. :) Anyhow I have two RGs and a SG now without even thinking about it I go to my RG most days.
Had both like both. Do feel roomier with the dash farther away on the RG. Can't say I care about the gauges being lower on the RG because I look at my surrou dings and the road way more than I do my gauges anyhow. They way the front end carries itself when moving the RG around in the garage can definitely be felt over the SG. To each is own. Still like the batwing look better but the sharkfin grows on you.
Hey, were you at Specialty Motorsport in Sac this past weekend? If so we met this weekend in Sac.I brought that Street glide you came to look at.
Team Road Glide baby
Well said,Very helpful.
My stock RG is heavier in the front end than my homie SG with a 26
Both bikes are great. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿🎯🎯🎯💯💯💯
I have rode both ,the street glide for me was closer to me the road glide was away from me i have more room.the road glide is better cutting through the wind i bought a 2019 road and i love it.
Street Glide Special rules!
I like road glide have a road glide .to me the steering is lighter cuz u don't have that extra weight on the handle bars and it cuts thru the head winds don't feel it in the handlebars...I'm 5'8 and it's a relaxed ride with the 16" pullbacks ( Cordova bars)...
Road glide is the performance bagger!!
Nice review, ride safe Brother!
Street Glide for ever
I ride a streetglide ultra but I hear the road glide is better at high speed in windy conditions
As far as I can tell it’s just a rider height thing. I’m 6’5” and I just couldn’t with the Street Glide. No seat and handlebar combo could give me the room. My Road Glide and Road King were easy to make fit me.
I ride a ultra, bat WIng n my bars r 11inch risers with MX bars, kind of feels more like handling a dirt bike controls but way HEAVIER!... n also run a S&S DRAGON T143 ON NITROUS N airshift BABY!...🥳🤠😎
Ride both my dad had sg I have rg I love my road glide it’s just a lot top heavier & front end heavy compared to the street glide. But the road glide cuts thru wind especially on the freeway like butter!
Test rode both bikes. For me its Road Glide without compare!
You se more of the road on a RG. I was leaning towards a SG but the amount of road and scenery in front of you is more visible on a RG. That was it for me.
Interesting point of view.... I will be making my choice within a few days. Black on black... they both look savage but the RGS always looks like it is at 80mph even while on the side stand.
You were on point I agree with everything you said💯
Well said! ✊🏿
Good tube man!!
I like this video it helps me a lot to decide which one to get.
Yo mac
You said it!! When you go in the garage a give her 💋 how did George say it? The other woman..
The problem is I'm attracted to both of them so I'm still trying to figure out which to get haha
I like both bikes and colors that's my next move one of them Yes Sir
SG all the way 🤙🏽
And I've owned a RG at one point
Awesome video…
Bro I’m so torn between the RG and SG.
I will buy one of these in the ST model but dude I can’t decide which one I like better..
Yeah that's a tough choice... let us know which you choose!
Yes 👍💯
Liked and subscribed! Great video dude!
I own a street glide and love it. That being said I want a road glide
Great video i have the RG but like them both...
HD MoCo is the expert. The name says it all... Street or Road Glide is your make or brake choice. LoL!
Let's be honest that Road glide looks sick!
I just traded up from SGS to RGS and I personally find the RG much better BOTH are sweet rides, however I did find the RG much lighter on the front end. Just my opinion. BOTH are real sweet rides. I am kissing the RG right now!
I also felt that's it was lighter on the front-end as well and easier to push around slowly.
@@officialmacAGREE!!! I get my new RGS tomorrow, I am so excited.
We want to see it!!!
@@officialmac Oh absolutely!! I will drop a video for sure!! Thanks
good review! thankyou
Well spoken.
Road always
Wooooooow Awesome Amazing Fantastic Exelent Magical 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
Wind doesn’t push the road glide around like it does a street glide
We bought both 🤣
Love my FLHXS!
My question which one is the fastest out of the two bikes🏍🏍
Whichever bike I ride🤣🤣
@@officialmac you are a truly Harley-Davidson Rider👍👍👍😁
@@officialmac excellent. Mark Lewis was a friend of mine, he had 6 or 7 bikes, I’d always ask him which was his fav. He’d always reply, the one he was on July 4th is 4 yrs since he suddenly died, miss ya buddy.
Both are sweet
Street glide anyday
I’m attracted to both!
I love street glide