2023 Road Glide Limited | Ride and Review

[@walterjohnson2031]

Jerry you’re my kind of man and we share many of the same likes plus thoughts. We all know motorcycles are over priced no matter what brand. So you just bite the bullet anti up for the brand that blows your skirt up. I have owned at least one of every brand I know of plus a few brands no longer around. Have road a bike in about 80 percent of the world since 1956 to date. I guess I must be old school because Harley-Davidson is my favorite brand for street use. The power and torque delivery are perfect for fitting in with traffic. The sound, low vibs and personality comfort me like my mother. The best way to put Harley Prices in perspective, is do you look for a cheap doctor.

[@Rick-Williams59]

For that price I will ride my 2013 RG Special for a lot more years. It is a nice bike, but not worth $36,000 IMO

[@grisslebear]

No vehicle is worth what they charge these days. NONE!!!

[@RyDawg1904]

Same here with my 2013 Road Glide custom in Candy orange!

[@andyvanveen8750]

The noticeable difference in wind deflection between the batwing and shark nose is on the interstate. The Road Glide rider area experiences much less turbulence at freeway speeds ESPECIALLY when passing a big rig. Great video as always!!! Tip of the hat from a retired left coast motorman.

[@donpet8258]

I agree. Iv owned batwing and sharknose. Freeway speed and cross winds trucks etc. Theres no comparison in Roadglide superiority Plus the moveable batwing cant mate up with lowers well so air flys up thru there. Just be observant and one can tell the obvious difference, but batwings have a bit closer and smaller feel, even tho weights on forks. Thus many batwing fans. Both are good

[@paullanier8280]

Thanks , Jerry for the info and ride - along . My body is too weak and old but watching your series is interesting. I'm not going to believe it is just like doing the drive, anyway. Keep up the great work you do !!!!

[@wesleybaughman9653]

I do wish they had left the baffles inside the air vents to close them off. I have the exact same bike

[@harryhowell5644]

Glad you tested this bike. I own a 21 road glide limited. I have really enjoyed it. Came off a 17 ultra limited. I was concerned with the bigger 18 inch wheels on the 21. But it really seems to handle and ride better. Don't know how they did it. We took a 7 day 2500 miles trip and it was great . Freeway speeds, mountain roads, you name it. Don't like that gray and blue but that's just me

[@motorman857]

Thanks for sharing!

[@RevJay_Rides]

I like it. It just makes me wonder when they are going to price themselves so high that they won’t be able to sell many. I bought a Road Glide (standard) and rode it for a few months, but wound up going back to the Ultra Limited. I like that batwing fairing better. I know there are LOTS of people who prefer the shark nose. I personally believe the RG is better for people 6’2” or over, but the batwing is better for people who are shorter in stature, like myself.

[@payneproblems]

After riding Softails for over a decade, switching to a Road Glide Limited was the best motorcycling decision I've ever made. Love my RGL and can't imagine life on anything but a Touring bike now.

[@morrisdennis]

Rode mine 2 sturgis sd and back 2700 miles round trip, it was built 2 run for sure. 75-80 mph all day long, it was amazing. I was very impressed 👏

[@Steelviper61]

I never want to do a 1000-mile day on any motorcycle. Love the video tho. Good job.

[@donpet8258]

I just bought that bike 2 months ago. Best touring bike ive ever owned in 50 yrs. Including the wing, k1600, rt, big GS, and so many others can’t remember…. My 2022 FLTRK black on black all the options. Was $27,712 many of these dealers post those high prices because so many just come in and pay it. So why not.

[@waltersedat8183]

I have a 2022 RoadGlide Limited... leaving on my yearly trip to Bikeweek soon.. traded up from a 2017 Bat wing Limited which made 5 trips to Bikeweek and Biketoberfest from Cleveland.. looking forward to the first 1000 mile ride on the new scoot..

[@sdmackpictures]

I had a 1990 Goldwing GL1500SE in mint condition. Traded it in for a new 2023 Road Glide Limited and I'm amazed. I love everything about it except the engine heat when stuck in summer traffick! I honestly thought my pants were going to go up in flames at times. lol

[@vics8873]

It's as least as much weight onto the front tire as the batwing, but the inertia and weight of the fairing does not resist turning the forks, especially when leaning.

[@gmoney1592]

Great ride and review. This is a fine piece of American Machinery. A fine expensive piece

[@tomfillmore9710]

Very nice bike love the colors looks very comfortable thanks for sharing take care have a great week

[@Crslawncare13]

I’ve got a 2009 road glide , might get a tour pack and solo detach setup..it’s got the same frame as the new ones.. the forks might be a little bit bigger on the new ones.. hey thanks Jerry, have a great week

[@Wreck-it_Ralph]

I love the bike, not the price. I'd like to get a bagger but I think I'm going to own my '15 flstn for a long time. (That color is sweet!)

[@rozsmith369]

Gorgeous bike and colour way. Thank you for your review. Might go and book a test ride for myself.

[@427Ron]

Great video

[@motorman857]

Thanks!

[@bradwilliams4921]

Very 👍 bike. Thank you for the review Motorman.

[@gregrose6915]

That's got a lot nicer view from the seat looking forward vs the Indian challenger.

[@williamohrt554]

Nice review, but you should point out that there is no need to touch the windscreen to select the radio, GPS, or telephone options; something many Batwing riders criticize. All the Road Glide rider needs to do is reverse press the right-hand blinker control and then toggle the thumb control to select any option desired.

[@motorman857]

Thanks for the info!

[@trcass1]

i saw one of those the other day at my local dealer, All American Harley Davidson, it was listed at 31 grand, i think. i know it was over 30 thousand. same color. beautiful bike but certainly out of my price range, especially at 70 years of age. of those i have talked to that ride a Road Glide, switching from a bat wing, they say they'll never go back. they say the stability is better due to the chassis mounted fairing. maybe its like you mentioned, just lighter steering due to no weight on the forks. thanks for the Review.

[@heep34987yt]

t cass: Of course they say they’ll never go back to a bat wing… it would be admitting they made a mistake and spent a lot of money doing it.😏

[@morrisdennis]

They look really kewl going down the road 2😊

[@dyates6380]

Wow. That's beautiful!!!!!

[@roadglide1142]

I bought this exact bike a 2022 RGL,Gunship Grey a year ago in April for less than that ! 😬😲

[@mtlvlgmnfishing]

Just bought one all black bad parties now I have to wait until spring, grrrr

[@morrisdennis]

Thats what i have but a 20 its the best motorcycle that ive ever had by far!😊 yes they are uber heavy until u get it rolling 😮.

[@garycordle5295]

Very nice bike, but I always buy used myself, they always have all the bells and whistles 👍 Motorman thanks for the video and be safe everyone 🙏

[@macmac3770]

That’s my retirement gift to myself one day. 😎🤜🏼

[@russellhalleran9080]

Nice review! Great looking motorcycle!

[@morrisdennis]

Luv ur channel motorman...

[@Steverinomeister]

I’ve got a 2014 Ultra Limited and I’m not seeing that big a difference but I haven’t ridden a new one.

[@skramone8911]

Jerry... let me start off by thanking you for your many contributions to the public to learn about motorcycle riding and how to do it safely. I can't tell you how valuable your work has been to me beginning my street riding at age 58 last summer. I did have a lot of dirt bike riding experience as a teenager, but that is different from heavy motorcycle street bike riding skills. Back to the subject post. To me, this is nothing more than a 2 wheel car. I prefer to ride a motorcycle not a two wheel car. Just enjoyed a 110 mile ride yesterday up here in beautiful eastern NC on my Triumph T120 Bonneville. Now that's a motorcycle ride! Ha! That said...I wish not to offend. To me, all motorcycles are special in the eye of the beholder and rider. If you want to ride a car on two wheels go for it!!! You're paying the same price tag. Ha!

[@Steverinomeister]

You don’t get blown around on a Harley Touring Bike.

[@skramone8911]

I do get blown around a little on the T120 above 70 mph. I would not want to do 300 mile days on my bike at 58 years old. Almost all of my riding is 100 miles or less in a day. A nice relaxed workout for an old man. Ha.

[@Steverinomeister]

@@skramone8911 I hear ya!

[@michaelroy925]

That`s A Whole Lotta Torque! 😎😎😎 I still prefer the fork mounted fairing.

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice review keep up the good work

[@morrisdennis]

Those are king imo, ppl look at u like wtf that guy is a badass, lucky bastard!😅

[@morrisdennis]

700 mile day on mine is the record 4 me so far, i was worn out 4 sure...

[@brianfreeman3192]

My buddy has one of these, same color, and says it's a Cadillac on two wheels.

[@trevorjones7450]

Does it have the Upgraded Oil Pump that won't peter out before 800 miles??

[@wolco003]

Yup! the new one will outlast the warranty...just barely.

[@mhoeij]

For long distance travel, how would you compare the comfort level of this bike versus an adventure bike like the Pan Am?

[@motorman857]

I'd take the limited over any adventure bike on a long ride.

[@amandacatherine793]

Clicked on because I love the channel, and I love blue. This caught my eye. It is a beautiful motorcycle. Nevertheless, the similar R18 Transcontinental is over $12,000 less, $3,000 cash back, and 0% APR on a 2022…. I just don’t understand this. Willing to pay for quality, but there is no there there with this bike.

[@Steverinomeister]

I like the twin cam thump a little better than the M8.

[@jefferylabouski1152]

And the EVO thump even more.

[@sks406]

Welcome to Luxury riding Jerry! Lol I've always said it's like being on my couch at 70 mph.

[@justanotherviewer52]

Thanks Motorman.

[@dalemckinnie6256]

You left out the most important part of the review. How much is the dealer Mark up on this bike? Yes we already know it ride good..

[@thewheel2023]

Great review

[@motorman857]

thanks.

[@thewheel2023]

@@motorman857 welcome sir.

[@bikerbrinrac]

Yes the Road glide limited is a cool looking Tourer, but I prefer the Street Glide Special.

[@trukr63]

Hey Jerry, are the handlebars back further on that roadglide than they are on your police and street glide?

[@motorman857]

Yes.

[@dstate3036]

It’s for everything exceptttt heather seat Hmmmm everything

[@harleycamper5577]

I love reading all the Harley bashing losers complaining about the price/tech/features going out of business. It’s like Harley lives in their heads driving them insane 😂 Just go about riding what you prefer to spend your money on and enjoy it.

[@motorman857]

Well said!

[@sharkzf6]

excellent! 😎

[@motorman857]

Thanks! 😃

[@frankward8003]

It's about time for a electric windshield with the Road Glide

[@gb23a]

Good luck on trying to sell them

[@Chris-fq4xz]

They sell just fine.

[@tonyjones9057]

Your thoughts on Harley Davidson turn-around time on parts & repairs? I drive a Honda and looking to grab Kawasaki Vaquero/Voyager. Too many war stories about 6 months to over a year on parts & repairs. For the price you pay on Harleyss, reliability should not be

[@motorman857]

All parts for everything are hard to get. Whether it's a motorcycle, a car, or a washing machine. The good news is that the after market makes everything you can think of for H.D.'s. The exact opposite is true for Japanese, of European motorcycles.

[@fredrickhaemker8434]

Did you notice any excess engine heat? I heard that since the oil cooler has been removed, these big bikes run hotter than the air/oil cooled bikes.

[@motorman857]

No. I didn't notice ay excessive heat.

[@roadglide1142]

The oil cooler was removed but replaced with liquid cooling on the heads , radiators with fans.

[@roadglide]

100% Jerry Palladino! Like Harley Davidson. The real deal. The genuine article.

[@GIGABACHI]

Money be damned, I WANT ONE ! 🤩😍 I rode new units (M8 powered units) as part of my job years ago and the RG was always my favorite big tourer. Only the 2018 and up Heritage Softail made me feel more at home but that's a different class of bike. As a S.Floridian I can confirm, the farther South you go the WORSE it gets at EVERYTHING. Too many aholes driving and living in the same places.

[@redbull8661]

I have a 2022 Heritage 114 that I'm not very happy with. I'm thinking about trading it for either a Road Glide Limited or a BMW R1250RT.

[@5280Roadrunner]

900 pounds, $36,000+, perfect tool for a brand new rider who’s yet to master duck walking. JK. Good video as always

[@JS-nf1sn]

Awesome bike. That's what I paid for my truck...

[@splodge57]

Too expensive for me, I'll keep my Sportster 1200S. For long distance touring the BMW R1250RT takes some beating.

[@andyhorn2509]

Me too! 16 1200 cust and a 16 R1200RT!

[@feloniousmonk3049]

You're looking at $34,000, before you even get to the Harley Davidson tax, freight, inspection, and another $5000 to 7000 dealership mark on. Then, that's before sales tax and registration. Probably very close to $43000 to 45000 out the door in California. No way I'm spending that kind of money on something mostly made in Thailand and other countries, with just a frame made in the USA. You can bolt all the parts together anywhere. You'd think for that kind of money, it would have a reverse gear too, so you don't have to push it.

[@motorman857]

Wait, your in California paying 7 dollars a gallon for gas and your complaining about Harley prices? PS Laidlaw's Harley doesn't add anything to the MSRP except tax, tag and title. Those outrageous fees come from the same politicians who makes your gas 7 bucks a gallon.

[@blakewolbach6664]

I just bought that exact same bike in Atlas Silver. The dealer added a tall boy seat and backrest and exhaust. It was $35,000 out the door. Expensive, sure but to me it will provide years of experience that are for more precious than $!

[@SammyJoeLouis]

35k out the door for this exact bike in CO this week

[@Dogatemyhomework927]

I have a napkin to wipe the drool off my face!!

[@billeicher3885]

Yea but Harley is pricing them self out of business

[@gghostrrider]

Looks like cop colors

[@grisslebear]

$36K?.... when my rich uncle gets out of the poor house... maybe.

[@marks.6656]

It's nice to see that HD is finally catching up to the Valkyrie and Goldwing, and losing the outdated, loud, air cooled design. I think we'll all know that they have finally almost caught up to Goldwing tourers when you stop seeing so many barely used HD's with only a few thousand miles being put up for sale everywhere online. Unfortunately, that price is absurd though.

[@dwheeler016]

It does not sound like a Harley.

[@chargersfan246]

A couple years ago they were 30k.

[@morrisdennis]

If u ever buy one u will nvr be the same 4 sure...

[@stevenlazarus6726]

Harley is way behind other bikes have hadcthose features for a while.

[@charlesjr916]

Crazy that Harley wants $34K for this bike and my 2020 Indian Roadmaster Dark Horse and my 2018 Yamaha Star Venture plus my dad's 2022 Honda Goldwing all were under $30K and they have more features like a motorized windshield and central locking system but this just shows how brainwashed people are to keep buying overpriced Harley Davidsons because of the name🤦🏾‍♂️

[@chargersfan246]

1000 mile day...