2023 Harley Davidson CVO - Hit or Miss ???

[@davidadkins6029]

I just bought the cvo road glide. I was never a fan of the road glide fairing but this 2023 look changed my mind. This bike rides so smooth worth every penny i paid. I use to own a honda and never liked harleys but now i own the cvo and love it.

[@3_AM]

Congratulations on a sweet ride ! Enjoy it

[@wonderful_Himself7]

Just crushed one on my 2023 Indian Challenger. Ran up on me on highway 85 north in Charlotte Nc. Minding my business cruising about 77miles ph. & here he comes & got that ass smoked 💨 Got off the interstate & talked about it. As for me,not enough for your money. Love the info screen though.

[@3_AM]

Thanks for watching. Challengers are a beast for sure.

[@AR-jw5dc]

Yeah. Sure.

[@user-bike-hd58]

Different strokes for different folks. Love my new Cvo Roadglide. I was once a dreamer also and know a doer.

[@3_AM]

If you love it that's all that matters. Ride on. Thanks for watching

[@johnhart2861]

Former life long HD rider. Until the 2019 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse. Bought brand new for $24k in 2020. While the 2023 HD CVO garners all this attention. @ +$50k HD still refuses to offer an adjustable windshield.

[@3_AM]

Yeah, it would be nice to see that on the Road Glides. Hell even to old Visions have one !

[@Bostonharborwater]

I think the Street glide looks decent. The new road glide, not so much. The fairing is horrendous

[@3_AM]

We felt the same, but I'm undecided if it's growing on me yet. Waiting to see one in person. Thanks for watching.

[@sadletrampsscooby]

Harley till I die 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸

[@MKEBOUND]

These bikes are dreams… test drive the street glide… everything… suspension, power delivery… total dream…

[@3_AM]

We can't wait to demo one for ourselves !

[@Prometheus1979]

lol they don’t listen to anyone. People have been complaining for the last 10 years the bikes needed more power and needed to be more modern. It wasn’t until Indian started dipping into their pocket book they decided to change.I never buy anything new from Harley. It takes them 3 to 5 years to work the bugs out. Every new engine has been riddled with bugs.

[@3_AM]

Yes, that's why we always say competition is good. As far as the engine I feel the same, I'd want to wait a few model years of the VVT before considering a new ride.

[@Big88Country]

Glad to see they DIDN'T go back to a hydraulic clutch. What I didn't see is a oil pressure gauge, is it there?

[@3_AM]

It may be buried in the screen menus but we didn’t notice one.

[@kadimsilahtar]

Whats wrong with the hydra clutch? Thats actually why I dont renew my '17 ultra.

[@Big88Country]

@@kadimsilahtar I have a 2017 Ultra also. It's a personal thing. My previous bike had the cable clutch and it was easy to adjust the friction zone size, long or short. The hyd clutch has no adjustment to it, and there is a really short friction zone, I just don't like it as much, plus it is just more maintenance. Also, when the brake fluid starts to get really hot, the clutch will get a spongy feel. I've seen people get stranded because of the hot brake fluid and the clutch won't work until it cools down, of course, that's just dirty fluid causing it. Keep your Chin in the Wind Brother!

[@Big88Country]

@@3_AM Thanks Brother!

[@Big88Country]

@@xtreme4stringbass My Brother, obviously you have no idea what the hell you are talking about! Don't change your clutch fluid, let it get full of water, and it will over time, then when that fluid heats up, you WILL NOT HAVE A CLUTCH!!! Stop making yourself look ignorant, it's uncalled for!

[@user-bike-hd58]

Is the clutch hydraulic?

[@andrewkitchenuk]

A megabucks bike where you have to remove the bags and use a C-spanner to adjust the suspension like we did in the 60s. Has Harley even heard of ESA. 🙄

[@travisfrench5137]

Not true. Has adjustable knob on the left side. You can adjust your suspension while riding down the highway

[@hoofinator]

52 Grand$$$? WTF. That's why the CVO's are rare. who can afford that?

[@heavenliberty808]

People that know the work that was done on this bike and the things they don’t need to upgrade, will make the purchase without a second thought. It’s not for everyone, but it’s built for someone ;)

[@wonderful_Himself7]

I have a 2023 Indian Challenger Limited & it definitely offers more bang for your buck! Only thing I find impressive about the new cvo’s is the info system. 52 grand & still 7horses behind the Challenger…. Lets not forget a 6grand up charge for the other color…smdh

[@Brn30826]

The SG CVO is growing on me. Yes, updating these bikes were long overdue. I still think they could've done better with suspension travel in the rear. People often defend or try to justify the lack of travel for the slammed look. Indian is doing it with 4.5 inches of travel at the rear as are other manufacturers which makes a more comfortable ride. The CVO RG is still taking some time to get use to for me. The headlight is hideous. Im sure (or hope) the aftermarket industry will will give use the traditional two headlight look with a modern twist. Maybe something similar to the SG headlight look, but with two jmo

[@3_AM]

I couldn't agree more. The SG is super sharp looking. But I'm a Road Glide guy and it's ehhh ....I don't know, I need to see one in person first. For suspension what they need to do is go to a mono shock as I had hoped liked the softails. It rides and handles better. Like you said with Indian at 4.5" of travel, my victory is the same setup on a 2014. It has 4.5" of rear travel and an inverted front end.

[@TimothyT230]

I think it's a win for HD...as long as everything works. Already guys reporting issues with electronics.

[@3_AM]

Yes, I'm always skeptical of a first year powerplant as well. Time will tell...

[@TimothyT230]

@@3_AM Problem also lies with the techs, especially at smaller HD dealerships. With the Revolution Max bikes there were and probably still are a lot of issues with local HD dealerships being able to troubleshoot problems. Honestly I like the stride forward by HD but is the after sale support keeping pace ? Until I am confident of that I wouldn't have the risk appetite to purchase a $50k motorcycle.

[@3_AM]

Understandable, having a good relationship and trusting your dealer / service department, when you do need them is key!

[@deangelisstudio1]

Nice Indian…… just more $$$ , all joking aside, competition is good for all of us that ride bikes. These look freaking awesome. And I’m sure the performance is great.

[@3_AM]

Agreed. We've always said the same, competition is good for the consumer. Thanks for watching

[@painsrides]

Seems the new CVO's might be the first HD a rider can buy and not have to dump big money into for engine \ suspension \ braking performance, LED lighting, seat and bars.... A new CVO might actually be the bargain HD 🤣

[@3_AM]

It definitely has many overdue upgrades. I'm most curios to see these improvements trickle down to the other touring models hopefully in 2024.

[@richardadamiak269]

I own a 2023 SG CVO, DP, the bike is amazing… except for the Seat. The seat sucks.

[@painsrides]

@@richardadamiak269 Well, maybe I'm wrong.... tack another $grand on the CVO's price tag 🤔

[@leemitchell7879]

Thats what happens when someone outdoes them. Thank indian for that

[@painsrides]

@@leemitchell7879 I had a Victory for 10years until a couple moths ago. I thank Victory for causing HD to build the M8 🤣

[@BryanGraves-jv7wq]

Love it

[@FLYBOY123456789]

Great review - nicely done. However, would you spend $50K on the CVO or $30K on a BMW K1600B? That's the real question...

[@3_AM]

I personally wouldn't spend the 50k, even if I had that budget for a Harley, I'd take something like my limited with the difference into more aftermarket upgrades. Otherwise, a k1600B could always be a contender. Thanks for watching

[@scottschaeffer8920]

I agree, the SG looks better.

[@3_AM]

We're still waiting to see a Road Glide in person for a final opinion.

[@ericroadking7564]

good review!!

[@3_AM]

Thanks!

[@alfalvarado4893]

Nice

[@OhioGuy82]

Harley-Davidson 20/20 behind everyone. 20 years and 20 thousand dollars too much.

[@3_AM]

You're not wrong. I've always said competition is the best thing that happened to Harley. When we were big into our Victorys, we said the Polaris competition really forced Harley to step it up. Pre Rushmore (2014) Harley's were really stagnant for change. Since then I'd argue they've been better. On the other hand Indian's of equal comparison have gotten just as pricey. I guess they're worth whatever people are willing and continue to pay. But yes, comparing Japenese or even German bikes, there's a lot more for less.

[@OhioGuy82]

@@3_AM I had a 2021 Pan America Special. It was prices competitively to BMW & KTM at the time. Great engine 1250 RevMax which is a shame that engine didn’t get more spotlight. It kicked out 150hp. 130ish whp. No one really gave it much thought. It was the best and worst motorcycle I ever owned. It let me down far too many time than I care to mention. Electric gremlins were too much. Sure it wasn’t a GS with 40 years of pedigree and refinement but it was a good attempt.

[@3_AM]

Agreed again! The Pan America is a great bike, minus reliability. So many seem to agree. I would hope they can get the issues sorted out in the next few model years before the name is tainted and its a flop.

[@dmac5497]

Yep! Just got rid of my 22 Pan America! I am so glad to be rid of that bucket of hot garbage!

[@johnnydangerously7186]

Harley Davidson you have been weighed, You have been measured and you have been found wanting! Ride the original performance bagger, Ride Indian!

[@bigdogbulldog9912]

Nice 👌

[@HDR20]

The suspension will be trash after after a couple thousand miles just like previous models. It's new now and feels and handles good but give it time

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

For me its a miss. There are some standard features that should be standard on all baggers now. The power windscreen for one. Also, the price point is WAY overblown.

[@3_AM]

I tend to agree, however people keep buying them, so apparently the market is there.

[@MrUNCLESAM84]

How much it is? I'm buying if the price is reasonable! $45-$50 is my budget.

[@3_AM]

Add a few zeros and you'll be set !

[@MrUNCLESAM84]

@@3_AM of course I'm talking in thousands 😂 $45,000-$50,000 is my budget I'm a grown man not a third grader 🤣

[@3_AM]

@@MrUNCLESAM84 hahah , I believe MSRP is $43k, dealers are going up from there .

[@blessedhighlyfavored7263]

43k - 49k…. Hummmmm. Don’t think so. Indian Pursuit Elite much cheaper with all the bells and whistles…. :)

[@3_AM]

Definitely a valid argument

[@leemitchell7879]

Soooo many things i see that indian already has done. Wonder if matt laidlaw will raise a big stink about harley copying indian. Remember. The challenger was a blatant copy of a roadglide😂😂😂. Except it was sooo ugly.

[@3_AM]

They do look alike in ways. Either way the competition is good! Thanks for watching.

[@deedeeindustrialsuperprecision]

This time Harley put the garbage ahead of the wagon, stunning style reminiscing a 70s Goldwing, and in only ten years the electronic components will be obsolete leaving you with a true classic to look at and shine.

[@roadglide1142]

I took my $50K and just bought me a new 455 HP/TQ Camaro which was actually cheaper ! 😂 No thanks 😊 The Camaro is way faster & just as fun!

[@3_AM]

I've always said I rather have my limited and the extra 10 - 15k in aftermarket customization. But to each their own, there's a bike out there for everyone.

[@dennisberg570]

Too many bugs in the infotainment system , subpar suspension and too expensive . It will need lots of upgrades to make it right . NOT WORTH IT . A new 2024 Street Glide Special makes a lot more sense . Oh , and one more thing . Those wheels are freakin lame .

[@colinmikesell1487]

HARLEY'S attempt at a GOLD WING....

[@roadglide1142]

Lol 😂

[@M_J_Glide_22]

looks like harley went back to the heel toe shifter...

[@3_AM]

I personally could throw that heel toe right in the trash lol. To each their own I guess.

[@M_J_Glide_22]

@@3_AM I used it for so many years at work and on my own bike I can get use to not having one.

[@skywalker333]

WAY OVERPRICED!!!