2024 Harley-Davidson Sport Glide - pros & cons review

[@derproberaumfahrer3880]

After 5 yrs riding a 1200 Sportster I recently switched to a 2022 Sport Glide with J&H exhaust. I absolutly love that bike, very smoth and easy to handle, very comfy and quite powerful.

[@mikemaatta216]

I have a 2021 Sport Glide and really love it, i installed many up grades but one of the best thing i did was put 4 inch pullback risers !! What a huge difference it made in comfort

[@roycelabor4339]

Nice review Lana! I've had my Sport Glide for 6 years now and absolutely love it. I've made a few mods: 1. El Diablo fairing from LA Fairing Co; 2. A sissy bar with luggage rack; 3. A crashbar from Bungking; 4. Floorboards from Kuryakyn; 5. Handguard wind deflectors from Memphis Shades; 6. A seat cushion from Butt Buffer. All of those have made the bike excellent for both short and long rides. Stay safe and keep up the great work!

[@gazzafloss]

I've owned five Harleys over the years, first one in 1992, all but one were brand new, I've always serviced my own bike except for the last Electra Glide, once, I put it in for service to a major dealer because I was traveling when a service was due and they damaged a pannier box whilst it was in their care. They had to order a new pannier, and get the new item shipped to my home, no more dealer services for me. I've found the bikes all super reliable, no issues under warranty I just dont trust the dealers, they are unreliable and don't seem to take enough care.

[@heavy_ou]

Great review A couple of notes on your cons: 1 there is actually a rev counter on the digital display you just need to scroll through to it 2 if you misplace your fob just enter the start code - procedure in your manual But yes it is a fantastic bike and if you pop the panniers off which takes 10 seconds filtering ain’t that difficult. Fairing pops off in a few seconds too if you want some more wind on your chest. You also needed to take it on some proper flat out sections and twisty bits to really experience the M8 107 motor.

[@Nils_Martin]

Definitely one of my favorite Harley. Put Thrashin Supply risers and bars, mid controls and Memphis Road Warrior wearing, Saddlemen step up seat and a Vance & Hines 2 into 1 exhaust and you got a great bike!

[@boomer2095]

I purchased my FLSB in 2018 here in the US. As of this year you can only special order a SportGlide here in the US through HD, and it comes in either black or gray. It is a great bike for the UK and the US as it easily converts from a bar hopper to commuter/touring bike in 3 min by removing the cowling/saddle bags. The first thing you need to buy are Saddlebag guards. They are like the engine guards but they protect the saddle bags if you drop the bike, but most importantly they protect your ribs if you are running without the saddle bags and you drop the bike. They are about $300 for black powder coated ones that you find online and HD doesn’t sell (but should). I had a CVO that I dropped while making a U-turn on a wet crosswalk, and ended up breaking 9 ribs and collapsing/puncturing a lung; as well as totaling my bike . That is when I bought the SportGlide. It is 33% lighter then my CVO, and it won’t let your body hit the ground if you have to slide the bike (as long has you have engine guards and saddlebags or saddlebag protectors). Also the 107 cu/in Milwaukee 8 is almost as fast as the 114 cu/in with the stage 1/2 upgrades. Safe riding

[@joeladd6023]

I love my Sport Glide too. It is a great bike, versatile and, for a Harley, quite good value. The best selling model for years, here in Europe. It is possible to add a small "extension" to the front fender, it helps with slpashes and protects the radiator (oil cooler...) from stones too. You can change the seat: Mustang, Saddlemen and, of course Harley. You can fit some risers too, that could help. I changed the front indicators to match the rear, I really like them!! That's the great thing about these bikes: you can really make it "yours"... The only real problem are the roads: in Leicestershire we have so much mud and manure dumped by tractors and builders.... It is really dangerous and the bike is always filthy...

[@snickrologen]

I’ve had mine since 2019 and it’s a great do-it-all bike even though it’s a cruiser and the looks especially without the headlight fairing is super!

[@bens_bike]

Great video. Nice to have a lady’s perspective. I can assure you, the challenges/cons are also faced by many of us guys too! 😅 quick question: where did you get your boots? I wouldn’t mind a pair of those myself (not that I don’t have enough already… 🤷🏾‍♂️)

[@jmmenell]

Great review! Really enjoy the straight forward impressions. No hype or fake presenter persona, just real people saying real things. Your red boots at 7:18....my wife rides and I know she would love these. May I ask who makes them and where can I purchase a pair for her? Anniversary is coming up!

[@truthweallknow]

Part-time Harley got a good rap for one of the scoots she seemed to be honest about it

[@moha2az]

thank you for this video may i ask how if the comfort og the Seat? should it be changed for longer journies or is it comfortable enough?

[@amidazad4832]

I love to buy Harley but it’s way over priced. So ended up buying a Triumph Speedmaster 1200. I’m 69 grew up riding different mostly Japanese bikes. Couple of years ago I was in the market to buy a new bike. I was seriously looking to buy a Harley but after comparing the prices and talking to different dealers ended up with Triumph. One of the reasons for Harley prices is just unbelievable dealers mark up. Like $1200 inspection fees,$850 docking fees another $700-$850 dollars for installation fees? I’ve paid $750.0 docking fee for my Triumph only. Of course plus tax and license. With all of that the price was cheaper by a good $10K.

[@HarleyFirestorm]

Had mine for 6 years, Sport glides are brilliant bikes, you might find you have the same problems as I have had and thats 1, the petrol tank cap rattles after a while and the speedo steams up. Nothing major but be aware as the cap rattles sounds like an engine problem, if you put your hand on the cap and the noise goes away, its the cap.

[@themotorider1]

Funnily enough my 2009 Streetbob has had the same 2 issues. Other than that it's been a great bike for the past 15 years.👍

[@MHeadroom]

@@HarleyFirestorm I jam a few foam ear plugs under my rattler and problem solved. The alternative was the flush fuel cap… but not at that price. My solution $0👍😎

[@flyovercounty1427]

The wonderful thing about “fob” ignition is when you discover you’ve dropped said fob on the ground 150 miles back…

[@Frank-xo7zj]

Or when the battery on fob takes a shit

[@gazzafloss]

Will the engine will keep running if you get out of range of the fob?

[@Frank-xo7zj]

@@gazzafloss yes, just don't shut it down

[@goldilocks913]

There’s a pin system that allows you drive it without a fob

[@VN9001]

@@gazzafloss Yes. The fob is for starting the engine only.

[@paulsilson2148]

Best Harley ever made , best bike ever made

[@Nifilheimur]

Harleys are the ultimate tinkerers bikes. Dont know where you get that from that you dont tinker with them? Thats half the fun :p

[@colindowd3892]

Sorry guys, I tried all the new stuff, but I will stick with my 92 evo springer. Took it to the USA in 94 for a month. Never let me down. 100k on the clock and still going strong. All you need to enjoy the ride is a bike, not a play station on two wheels. Old school I guess at 72 years. Been riding Harleys since the AMF days when you had to tighten things up every time you stopped.

[@travelinben1966]

Now you're talkin'!👍👍

[@kevinseiler1592]

Nice boots, Lana! :)

[@danielmcneil3004]

Good review Lana, even though I’m not a Harley fan, I can see the appeal for some riders. I think they are overpriced. Best part of the review are the red boots.👍. Cheers and ride safe, Dan ✌️🏍🇨🇦

[@elchaconaso]

H-D does not sell that model in the USA.

[@johnludmon510]

I don’t think Americans got the sportglide when it came out it didn’t get the 114 engine as an option and it was the most European type of bike in the range. The company dropped it a couple of years ago in America and I don’t think it has much of a future elsewhere as the bike is getting no attention in terms of upgrades ,colour matched pannier shells is about it and the colour choices of black and primer grey isn’t that inspiring . Personally out of the softail range it is the one I would buy I just wish it came in a better range of colours.

[@Sr.D]

I think Harley has lost their mind with the prices, proportionally they have raised them much more than other brands, and selling the bike unpainted, not even in black, is undoubtedly a masterstroke...

[@skymningforelsket1302]

The "billiard grey" fad in cars and bikes is an ugly one. It'll pass. Looks like primer and nobody bothered to complete the paint job on it. .

[@Sr.D]

​@@skymningforelsket1302 I think that's actually what they are doing, saving pennies, but charging full price

[@skymningforelsket1302]

@@Sr.D Over here, they are usually offered in 4 colors or so. The grey is the standard (exhorbitant) price. Then add $295, $395, and $495 depending on which of the 3 other colors you want.

[@skymningforelsket1302]

@@rickcrammond6330 😁

[@Sr.D]

@@skymningforelsket1302 same in Europe

[@stevep9221]

I looked at Harleys recently... You can buy a new pre registered 2024 Nightstar with 1 mile with a £3000 discount but second hand motorcycle are trying to ask £12500 for a year old bike with a thousand on it. What is going on? Is it the same as EVs.

[@Baloski46]

Marvellous machine!

[@SLED649]

The Harley brings out Lana’s hooligan!👍

[@irvinmartin9259]

I'm 65, and going back the XLCR have a long history of liking Harleys that go on to be market flops. This Sport Glide is the latest one. It seems that any combination of sportiness and practicality is showroom death. Is this really a 2024 model? Here in Canada it's no longer available. It's pretty much been replaced by the Low Rider ST. I prefer this version with 2 into 1 exhaust, lower bag position, and smaller fairing. Oh, and I like the red boots too. "..and the angels wanna wear my red shoes."

[@davidyersz8668]

There is a brake disc missing from the front wheel and the clocks and guages are mounted on the fuel tank which means every time you look at them your taking your eyes off the road and that's never safe on a bike is it

[@MHeadroom]

That’s what all the keyboard critics say. If you can’t glance at a tank mounted speedo or use a perfectly matched braking system for a cruiser, then DON’T buy a HD cruiser. 😎

[@PsuNotPsu]

Sorry but for comparison how tall are you?

[@skymningforelsket1302]

Is it true that in the U.K. that Harleys cost even more than the King's ransom that they cost in the USA ? But at least for your money you're getting a proper amount of chrome and polished metal. I'M LOOKING AT YOU , TRIUMPH! The, uh, Harley "community" over here is probably a bit different than it is in the UK. And no, that's usually not a good thing.

[@Nifilheimur]

I live in Norway and was in the main dealership in the capital yesterday. They had a Road Glide with a sticker price of 720000 Norwegian Crowns. Thats 68 THOUSAND US DOLLARS. Dont think you get higer vehicle taxes anywhere in the world but paying almost 70 thousand dollars for a motorcycle is just madness

[@skymningforelsket1302]

@@Nifilheimur I was curious and looked on Harley's site. The "Road Glide" is almost identical to this "Sport Glide". List $25,999. I was wrong about the colors. It's offered in 7 additional colors, for an additional price of $850. I think out the door cost would be about $29,600 with tax and delivery. The tax in Norway is punitive -- clearly they want citizens to buy something other than a Harley. The United States tends to impose little if any import taxes; however, the consequence of this is that wrecks domestic manufacturing and puts people out of jobs and lowers the pay of those who still have jobs . Cheaper products, but no prosperity enough to buy things.

[@VN9001]

@@Nifilheimur Was it a CVO model? Or just a Standard Road Glide?

[@MrSnejkaj]

Front fender is to small. When riding on wet roads it's like having a shower on your feet :p

[@VN9001]

Agreed - it's just for show. Functionally (as a fender) it's absolutely useless in the rain.

[@MrSnejkaj]

@@VN9001 :D it's like having a shower on your feet

[@jamesweber4938]

Harley Davidson copied my Yamaha V Star 1300 Deluxe :)

[@tomquinn607]

Way over priced. But then you get to hang out with the latte crowd.

[@AndyPat239]

i'm more of an instant coffee man meself..that probably explains why i ride crappy old bikes.

[@nigelcox7477]

Oh, Tom… really?

[@tomquinn607]

@@nigelcox7477 Yes Nigel. Truly.

[@ogribiker8535]

Have you not seen the price of any bike recently?

[@tomquinn607]

@@ogribiker8535 Yes I have. And every motorcycle that is priced in this range is vastly superior to this bike.

[@digitalimager4946]

Yawn.

[@kentishmale1969]

There was no need for sarcastic little comments like that really was there, if you don't like the FREE Content then go and watch something else and don't be a di*k.....

[@davidyersz8668]

Stunning looking bike but there is a brake disc missing from the front wheel and the clocks and guages are mounted on the tank not a safe place at all when every time you look at them your taking your eyes off the road, can't understand why these 2 issues with this bike are not a euro 5 compliant issue fail

[@VN9001]

Tank mounted gauges on a Harley go back for decades and decades. It's a styling design ingrained in the HD lineage. It is a pain though to glance down when riding. Disc brake wise, I have read accounts that the HD stying/design dept. did not want a disc on both sides as view of the cast wheel would be obstructed. Ridiculous imo. The front brake is "adequate", but it really needs a second brake disc when weighted down with a passenger and touring gear. Also, the bike is still pretty heavy at 700 lbs./317 kg.