2019 Road Glide Special // Kraus Handlebar Install and Test Ride

2019 Road Glide Special is getting a new set of bars this episode. I install a handlebar setup from Kraus Motor Co. and test ride it. You can check out their website and social media pages below.
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[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for the Shout-Out John. Great Video and Build. Keep up the Great work brother. Editing and everything is on point. It's hard to keep a shop video entertaining. You do a good job inserting comments about the details and difficulties on the build which is interesting. I know the electrical was a bitch for Jamie too. It's hard to make it clean! That's what separates the real techs from the DIY guys.

[@BellsRidesAboardSeaBoss]

Matt Laidlaw just subscribed after watching Johns video

[@ballstud2007]

Matt laidlaw, do you have a video of SG vs RG?

[@CandyBarMoto]

About to have my Dealer do these for me on my 2020 Road Glide Special I bought three days ago... service manager told that none of his techs have done them... so, bit worried about that. But this video and Matt's. Are the whole reason I started even looking at a Road Glide... and its the only setup in which I like T-Bars... 👍

[@stfuliberal]

Love your channel Matt, but your negative comment on us DIY guys is bullshit on your part Man. A lot of us can not afford your $ 195-hour shop labor and most of us DIY guys will put any HD tech in their place.

[@pegbrady225]

Woman rider of CVO 2018 RG... thank you for posting this set up, fun, entertaining, informative....I’m sold

[@Brenda_bgbg1973]

I’m a lady, own my own bike. I watch your videos and love to learn new things. Mine is a 1992 Heritage Softail😁❤️

[@lindseyg719]

I’m a service writer at Vacaville Harley in California and honestly I’ve learned sooooo much from your videos it’s a bit awesome !!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@jessecaldwell9780]

Iron Steed! I used to know your old GM Lou. I also in that time period, did your guys powder coating.

[@coryhendon692]

Great vid, John. My RGS is getting the same setup installed this week. Thanks to both you and Laidlaw for giving us great forward-looking ideas for our bikes. Love your channel. 👍🏼

[@gadang66]

Thanks John for the great content that you put out! Your channel along with Matt Laidlaw’s channel has filled my garage with my first Harley Davidson, a 2019 Street Glide FLHX! I honestly feel that due to your “dirty thumb” approach to the brand and the in depth information that Matt Laidlaw gives on the new models has given me the tools to know what I wanted for my first Harley Davidson! The FLHX was by no means my first motorcycle but I just grew up with the “HD will leave you stranded” mentality for most of my time as a rider. I am saddened that it took until my 52nd birthday to wake up to the music that HD’s make! Keep up the great work and and thank you for the content you provide!

[@payta_roo]

Hello! Lady viewer here. Love the riser and bar setup!

[@TheHarleyTech]

Yay! Thanks for watching moto darlin’

[@SonicH6265]

I’m watching some of your videos just wishing I could ride but we just got 8 inches of snow and it’s 28 degrees outside. I just bought my bike a month ago and rode it twice with the couple of nice days we had. I decided on a Harley from your videos and I love it so thank you! I’ve seen videos and I don’t care what others think because I’m happy with my bike even if it is the most popular sold bike. I will make it mine. Just hope our mechanic cares as much as you do. Thanks again for the great video!

[@valentine510]

I did a similar set up on my older road king from Biltwell and it definitely improved the handling for me Great channel. And as soon as I get my roadglide. I’ll be adding this set up

[@maximilianrockefeller8854]

Not a fan of those bars.... But I *am* a fan of this video 😁

[@cjsmith]

Very nice work. Handlebars look great! T-Bars make the steering more precise which is great for advanced riders. 🇺🇸😎

[@billiondollardan]

I love these videos. I bought a Street Glide Special in October and I'm thinking of all the mods I want over the next few years. Nice

[@zonktified1247]

Hey John, thanks for all of you vids and commentary. As Matt said, you keep things entertaining and don't alienate the non-Harley owner. I've recently discovered both you and Matt because I've been drooling over the 2019 Street Glide Special and CVO...good lord what a beauty those bikes are. So in the meantime of saving up for one, I'm doing my homework by watching both of you guy's vids and reviews. If you ever venture out on your own, I think you will be a huge success...just don't forget, we aren't all "hard core" Harley bikers, but appreciate all of the knowledge and experience you have to share. Kudos Bro!btw...for a "highly trained, non professional motorcycle tech", you do a mighty fine job sir!

[@lindacorcoran2775]

I am a lady biker, ride a 2005 Road King, love your channel. Ride safe! God bless.

[@hj1smith]

Time lapse is cool. Always amazing trying to figure it out and you do a great job thanks for sharing

[@tomcampbell8931]

I love t-bars and the road glides (off all years). Nice to see that combo

[@crissy9208]

Hello!! I've learned so much watching your videos. Thanks for explaining things in a way that allows for learning!! Keep it up.

[@BellsRidesAboardSeaBoss]

I’m a lady lucky enough to find your channel, great find! I really want keyless for my Road Glide Ultra

[@a.b1266]

12:15 Holy crap, I can't believe I've never thought of using the tank cap to catch drips from the fuel nozzle! 🤯 🤪

[@Mi-ck]

I just came here to say the same thing. Brilliant.

[@TGbambino]

you are the only person on any of the riser install vids that explain the ignition switch issue with swapping to a riser setup. even all the companies that sell the risers dnt mention this. thank you

[@crewchief2842]

Looking to change the handle bars in my Roadglide. Thanks for the video! It helped me decide to just bring mine to you for the bar change. 👍

[@MattCasket]

T bars on a road glide reminds me of a club style dyna on steroids and I love it. the t bars look a lot better to me in 14" for this bike. I enjoy these videos, keep it up

[@riderwaller6360]

Standard bags/ D&D exhaust/ and those bars freaking sweet ! I'm putting cash in the coffee can for couple those upgrades now. Thanks for your time Maxwell great channel MH&R. Fuzz President Faithful Few mm Tennessee.

[@langloisjb]

I like it !! The road glide is so badass with this setup

[@LuckysLair]

Love the videos John, hope to see ya at Bike Week this year !

[@genebaggett5372]

Agreed on the look. And yes please do a video of road glide vs street glide. Yet another excellent and informative video!! Thank you John. Keep em coming.

[@Wilkwayadventures]

Just found your channel from this video, your videos are well made and fun to watch! Keep it up man, we appreciate the effort!

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks man!

[@nreed503]

Great video. I saw Matt’s a few weeks ago and it definitely sparked my interest in this set up for my 17.

[@Taurian321]

I like the aggressive position, but not the expense of this kit. I went with FXR Division Motorwitch bars, they give a similar feel and are simple to install. I also didn't want to lose the ignition switch or other pieces on my CVO. Great video!

[@ZRT1000stroker]

Thanks for another great video. Being a "new" Harley owner - 2004 Road King Custom - this type of "no BS" technical information on the old and new bikes is critical to do the various repairs and upgrades correctly. Working as an automotive dealership technician for over 30 years, I have learned that we all can pick up new ways of repair and installs from others. Doing a lot of electrical work and harness repair, I have found that a seam ripper (used in sewing, less than $5) works well for opening up factory conduit and "taped over" previous repair areas. Cuts though Super 33 quickly and won't damage the wires like a razor blade can. Sorry if this is old news, just though I would mention it - keep up the good work!

[@TheHarleyTech]

I need to look into those, my tiny scissors are a bit tired. They’re cheap and don’t cut so good anymore.

[@ZRT1000stroker]

Walmart has them. Might as well pick up a pack of T pins for back probing electrical connectors while you are there.

[@sharkzf6]

I’m glad you’re doing that! I get tired just watching you work... 😉😎

[@beardeddad74]

I really like the look of those straight bars on that bike! Nice work!

[@ranchocopper]

Blue Lochtite stick! Best news of the video. Keep them up and ride safe

[@jimmiethebull1177]

Wow. I didn’t think I would like them. Great job.

[@stevekearton1420]

I like 'em. Looks so much better. Love the videos John.

[@twomontess]

Great vid ! The T Bars are a lot of work! Dammmmm. I went with 12" Factory 47s with Kahuna heated grips on my CVO Road Glide. Did the install my self in 2 hours. The wire plugs didn't have to be removed. The 19s rule ! Another Dirty thumbs up brother !

[@patrickfreeman205]

This channel and Matt Laidlaws are my two favorites. Love watching John work. Keep up the great videos.

[@marckodiak8513]

I have been wanting this set up for my 2016 Special but wasn’t sure what I needed . The ignition issue had been really causing me to sweat. I am not really worried about the fork lock but you really cleared up that question for me thanks. Great video

[@cjmorris6831]

I dunno look ok but my Street Glide fits me perfectly already except the floor boards I put those Ciro forward controls you did that video on and now it's all around perfect for me keep up the great work John

[@flyonawall6521]

John.....one of your best videos yet. Great job! "I really like spending other people's money." lol

[@vicmanjw]

Great info, solid point about that drill bit dimension changing ever so slightly.

[@jeffhaak212]

I don’t even have a bike but this guy makes we want to buy a road glide

[@ericproulx4615]

being able to over come frustration and do the job the right way is the difference between a pro and a hack nice job bud.

[@vulcanman64]

Wish I lived close enough to get you to do some work for me. Your definitely one of the best.

[@floridaguido]

Cool video as always! I picked up a set of Get A Grip Magnums and had them installed yesterday. Me likie!!

[@joewyman2235]

John maxwell I love the road glide don’t love those bars and don’t like the look also I am not into all blacked out I love big shiny stuff and that’s how you can find my black road glide in the parking lot thanks for the video I do love your work and I am always back for more thank you

[@urbanredneck3068]

Love the look of these bars

[@newsrider1130]

The handlebars look very good. They do compliment the looks of the Road Glide.

[@_kandicewheeler_]

I am a lady watching your channel! Just subscribed. Love it!

[@dirtyfxdls7547]

Kraus Tbars on road glides look killer any tbars look awesome 🤘Nike work John 🤘

[@alsims8280]

Great looking bars. That might be my next upgrade. I just finished a woods 22X cam, PV2, and S&S sidewinder pipe. The 2017 107" is a stump puller now!

[@lizzard8785]

18:11 how I live my life.... John Maxwell style, love your vids bro!

[@mikeabrames5171]

Hmm got me thinking about this set up on my RK special. Love your videos man! Btw

[@jetdoctn]

Nice job John, looks like you did a great job. Not my cup of tea but I'm sure there are plenty of folks who will like it and I'm happy for them.

[@QuadeQuick]

Thanks for the video, JMax! Interesting setup with the Kraus bars... not crazy about the fuel fill proximity, but I did appreciate your mentioning the speedo/tach/entertainment placement. I can't stand the stock pull-back bars on the RGS - I have a 2017 and immediately replaced them with the Harley 8" apes. The positioning is similar to the Kraus, which makes much more sense than the stockers for someone 6'2". Appreciate you and the humor, brother!

[@Highdepthfilms]

Great video. I added a Big Bear choppers gauge relocation kit. It was a bit difficult to deal with the crappy fiberglass work but I managed and had it all painted to match. Used a West Coast T-bar SlingShots, they are 28" wide, narrower than the FM bars but they are tight and narrow giving it more of a nimble ride feeling. Best part is there is Zero obstruction from the radio and it has a cover to cover all of the MIsc wires.

[@JK-cp9pt]

A year late watching this video......and seeing that little trick with your gas cap is genius!🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@blueflamef]

I have a 17 Roadglide special. Don't know that I like the whole setup, but I do like the speedo and tach closer in line of sight with the boom display!! Good job!

[@slyguyaction]

I’ve had the ignition switch disabled in my 2015 Limited. Still have it there for a fork lock, but really like not having to use it to power up the bike. Great video man!

[@terryroswelll9244]

Hey man, I am Terry Roswell. I came to the shop and met you recently. You were repairing a shifter on my riding buddies bagger. Thanks for the videos, very entertaining, keep it up!. Thanks for the stickers.

[@ralphnelson4792]

I dig man. Nice style not to high looks just right. 🔥🔥

[@lawtondevil]

I just did the same set up om my 2022 road kind special. awesome all I can say what a diffirence those risers and bars made..

[@petertrapani8701]

Great vlog John very interesting lots of work. Be Cool and Ride Safe.🇺🇸🏍

[@nicholascotoiam3970]

Laidlaw yes. This break down add-on is great. Try them all, is new. The 128 in my sights. Great info. Ty4Sharing

[@ptykiller]

How do you only have 91K subs????!!! Really Awesome videos man! I am subbing. Cheers!

[@granitegreg7883]

Great video! I love that look. I have LA Choppers mitered tbars on my bike and I love them. Super comfortable and so much more maneuverable than stock or wider bars. I want to eventually get a road king special or road glide special and I would definitely want the same style of bars on either of those bikes.

[@rayputman6377]

Bars look great!

[@mixalis6168]

Love the RG, bars setup is awesome

[@regnar19881]

Nice set up on that RGS; Great job on the video.

[@joeblow4103]

Call it the “T Bagger”!

[@bikecommuter24]

Main things needed when changing handlebars, cover or remove gas tank, LOTS of patience oh and coffee of course. On my old Japanese bikes it was a breeze to change them now days with the electronics not so much. That Kraus Setup does look nicer than stock.

[@insidelinecompetition8186]

Possibly trading in for an RGS tomorrow. These bars look like the ticket, great video!

[@waynesiminski8268]

Like the look. I’m a do as much of my own work as I can kinda guy, but that may be a bit more tedious than I care to deal with. Your hand position looks very comfortable. Another great job. Thanks

[@HARMARSCH2]

John, That Road Glide looks great all blacked out. That you for the explanation of how you did it. I like the cables are rerouted inside the bars. FYI, This video never showed up in my KZbin Notifications of Uploads. Yes I hit The Bell 🔔

[@TheHarleyTech]

Damn you KZbin...

[@WoodyRides]

Oh how I love a black Road Glide! So clean looking!

[@TheHarleyTech]

The first one that rolled off the truck this year really had me drooling. It's funny how much of a difference the new radio makes with how sleek it all looks.

[@WoodyRides]

John Maxwell not sure I’ll ever be in a situation to get a Special though. They are pretty pricey.

[@TheHarleyTech]

For right now, way out of my budget!

[@rickiekm]

Great edit. You spent some time on this one. I like...

[@TheHarleyTech]

Too much time! Thanks for noticing!

[@mattycaldera2006]

@@TheHarleyTech lw

[@joesainato8051]

Great video John. Lots of time and work on that one. Came out clean.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks!

[@terrydalme2885]

I like the look and the feel that you are talking about night an with of risers and bars personally I ride a 18 sgs at the moment I have la choppers twin peaks on it I want to go to 12” but so,etching narrower like what you just did on my shovel and softail I ran a flat track style bar now looking for something simular for my sgs. Thanks terry

[@coloradokid1346]

Great video John. Handle bars look impressive. I would like to try those out sometime.

[@s.carrie7704]

👍Lady Rider in the house. Been watching since your Sportster..had same...now loving my Limited...Great videos...🍻

[@tjbummer200]

I love tbars and if I get a RG this or Lucky Daves will be my set up. Great video as always. Would love to see RG to SG pros and cons video also

[@Rokonroller]

Thanks for your expertise John. My level is close to 92 custom softail, pretty archaic electrics compared to newer rides.

[@LatinoRider]

Nice work!

[@bgharvpullatrain]

Finally a road glide that I like. Those bars are awesome looking. Great video man. Now put a set of factory 47 assault bars on a ultra so I can drool over them more.

[@kd4jvg]

Those bars are dope!

[@CandyBarMoto]

About to have my Dealer do these for me on my 2020 Road Glide Special I bought three days ago... service manager told that none of his techs have done them... so, bit worried about that. But this video and Matt's. Are the whole reason I started even looking at a Road Glide... and its the only setup in which I like T-Bars... 👍

[@copperhead573]

Thanks John enjoyed the video

[@gliderider7077]

Those look awesome!

[@exexpat11]

Installed Zed's on my Warrior and the feel is fantastic. More comfort and better point and go control. Universal one size fits most is not good. Glad those bars worked out for you.

[@paulsullivan931]

Thanks John,way cool vlog 👍😃

[@davidburlason8466]

old guy been working on new and old HD s for over 20 yrs you done a great job video was entertaining infinitive. If ever get to the music city gives a shout !

[@Touringmidwest]

Heck yes.. I run "Get a Grips" on mine as well... Love em. I want them heated though!

[@bobjohnson2920]

Touring Midwest one of HD's major fail. No Heated Grips!! At least provide the wiring with connectors for easy installation when swapping the useless stock handle bars. The Dealership will charge 4-8hrs of labor plus $300 for the grips.

[@deez3814]

This setup is BAD ASS 👌🏼😊👍

[@Azzazel26]

Awesome video....thumbs up!

[@jancirillo909]

Hello. This lady enjoys your videos. Very helpful!

[@Medes06]

Love the bike. Not sure about those handlebar, but I like the bike. And I like the speedo and everything far up.

[@joannaholston2675]

Like the bars and video I just ordered a set of 10 inch rise t bars for my 2019 fxlr. I bought the service manuals, so going to attempt to change them out. Your videos are great along with the books, I got a nasty vibration on the stock bars, I am still in break in period only a month old

[@StoneCreek1995]

I think this is a video that Harley techs want to see. Much better and interesting than installing a phone holder. I think thats more of a commercial video. Good work on this handlebar.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha, the phone holders are more for the guy that’s intimidated to work on his own bike, and to show products that might interest people. I assure you, more people are gonna use a cell phone mount than t bars on a road glide! As long as this video took to make and edit, they can’t happen too often.

[@michaelredding7827]

Not a fan of those bars are the bare bones look it leaves you with. BUT definitely a fan of yours John I truly enjoy your reviews and you and your videos. Lot of work went into this one and it shines your video making and editing talents keep it up and thank you for giving us all a great KZbin channel to learn more about Harley Davidson and the other products you review.

[@harleyfoodies3676]

I dig the look of the T-bars. Actually thought about a set for my RGS, but ended up going with a more traditional 12” bar similar to the stock bars, just at a better hand height/position.