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@My_bike_and_me Жыл бұрын
I was 67 before I learnt to ride a bike, and I have had my Sport Glide just over a year and it makes me smile every time I Gert on it. Like all Harleys they are not light but at 70 and only 5'6" it's a breeze & just awesome for road trips. Grate review, love you're sense of humour👍 (Ive been missing out on the pies)
@jctoyou Жыл бұрын
Wow that's a great story 67 well done
@christopher7310 Жыл бұрын
How do the forward pegs fit your legs on the sport glide. The sport glide is my favorite Harley next to the lowrider s. But, I'm only 5' 4“ and curious if my legs would be way too straight and uncomfortable.
@My_bike_and_me Жыл бұрын
@@christopher7310 Hi Christopher, at 5'6'' I have no problem with the forward controls but take one for a test ride to get a feel for it
@davidrigby71905 ай бұрын
First bike ever at 67 a street50 0 and now nearly 70 a 2023 sport glide. Wow older but not dead yet and wide awake.
@ObsessiveCarDetailer5 ай бұрын
@@davidrigby7190definitely not ready to check out
@harleyguzz43012 жыл бұрын
Good honest test, I have had my Sport Glide for 3years now , haven't toured as much as I wanted to do (Covid ) but still done over 15000 miles. 8 of those Touring Spain in two goes, Love the bike, comfortable just enough vibes to let you know what your riding. Had some issues but noting that has put me off. Never mind the myths and attitude towards HD this particular model is super, Plus you have two bikes in one ,Panniers and screen Tourer, 2mins later Naked with panniers and screen off.
@six-pack1332 Жыл бұрын
Bought my Sport Glide about a year and a half ago. I've owned many motorcycles and this one is certainly one of the best. Makes me smile.
@neilmackinnon33712 жыл бұрын
This is what all reviews should be about, pork pies and lemonade, excellent. I had a 1200 Buell for a few years and as you said, you really should ride a Harley before you decide whether you like them or not. Great review, thanks.
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a great positive comment 👍
@rogerdittus2952 Жыл бұрын
I retired at 60 and moved to n. Ireland from the US in 2020. Sold my Speed Triple in the States and got a Ducati SS, a modestly powered and not uncomfortable sporty bike. I rented a Sportglide in Edinburgh in '21 and went to a HD rally in North of England with my brother in law who's in a HD chapter in Scotland. I really enjoyed the experience and the bike. Who knows, maybe we one time before it's too late I might end up with one. The Sportglide would be top of list. The looks really appeal to me.
@HikerDave57 Жыл бұрын
This motorcycle is everything my Honda NC750X is not; loud, excessive, powerful and very comfortable. Unfortunately also very expensive. I tested one and it blew me away; fantastic motorcycle which dispelled a lot of misconceptions I had about Harley-Davidson. I also finally understand why they are so popular.
@maxsteele202 жыл бұрын
I own a 2021 Sport Glide deluxe, got a great deal on a slightly used (871miles) on the clock machine. I've almost up to 5k miles on the bike now after owning since April. Already had it tuned to Stage 1 and a Rinehart slipon exhaust. Nice and meaty..not as loud as Cobra's or Vance & Hines.... Love the grunt this bikes makes and so comfortable. Love it...done a lot of 300+mile daily rides and no issues. Oh, I don't scrape the pegs..but I am constantly scrapping the heel of my boots and worn then backs down when cornering.. ;)
@maxsteele202 жыл бұрын
Btw.. I also have a Ruroc Atlas 4.0 - I see the gopro, but also the comms unit. Was it difficult to fit the comm unit? (SHockwave is terrible for comms..only use it for music now)
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
@@maxsteele20 Hello the Cardo Packtalk Bold was so easy to fit. Plus great sound and comms 😉👍
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
I get my heels down too!
@abigailbovenzi78452 жыл бұрын
What a bike! Another interesting, informative review. Plus dispelling those Harley rider myths too, lemonade! Who knew? 😁 Great stuff.
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@jaxlewis279410 ай бұрын
Thanks for such a fabulous review. I am currently researching the Sport Glide for my next bike. I am sitting my full license next week which means I can move up from my HD Street 500. I am needing a bike that can handle many twisties as well as open road riding. My fear was that I wouldn’t be able to reach the pegs as I am 5’5 and that it would be too heavy. After reading some of the comments I feel a lot more confident at giving the Sport Glide a go. P.S. I’m a Harley girl through and through but I have never eaten a pork pie 🤣 Must be a UK thing (I am in New Zealand).
@massimilianocereghino56612 жыл бұрын
I love the sport glide..... I have a grey one! I used to ride all sort of bikes, the last were adventure bikes; the sport glide is just as heavy but quite an easy, gentle giant.... I bought it in Uppingham, my very first new bike ever!! As you mentioned, I have spent thousands on it, lots of custom parts and a stage one upgrade (more and more torque!). The beauty of an harley is that you can really make it your own: thousands of accessories and spares for all tastes! Expensive? May be, but they really hold their value. Easy to service and look after too..... The dealer is great too..... Great review, nice roads I know very well and..... Lucky with the weather!!!
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Spot on, yes the making a Harley your own has to be one of the best ownership things. I recon Alan needs this for his channel, as every accessory he adds will make a great video.
@johnnaunton2212 жыл бұрын
I bought my first Harley .. the Sport Glide from Sycamore a month ago. Had to try one as my knackered knees needed the relaxed riding position . Test rode it (likely the very same one you tested) and bought one. Lovely bike and they seem like a great dealership
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Good call, did you purchase it from Chris?
@johnnaunton2212 жыл бұрын
@@FenTour No I dealt with Matt, who has been great - friendly and very helpful. Going to go for a Stage 1 I think, but not sure on what exhaust to go with
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
@@johnnaunton221 sounds good, I like the slip on end cans that I have on Fat Bob, just noisy enough but quiet if needed too on a small throttle opening. I am sure similar can be had for the Street Glide, I also recommend going to stage two with the torque cams, even more thrust. Whatever you will be smiling.
@Hiigara85 Жыл бұрын
Just tested one out today, I was smiling continously. My normal bike is a 2021 MT09 (with the comfort seat), and my first thought getting back on the MT was "shit thats a hard seat" i could just feel my next generation of offspring being squeezed out of existence 😅Im definetly getting a softtail in a couple of weeks!! btw, great review!!
@HelmetHead Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍🍻 glad you enjoyed the bike 🏍️
@peterspratt4046Ай бұрын
I test rode an MT09 whilst my MT07 was in for something ( was in the workshop quite often from new) the MT09 put a smile on my face, great engine but that seat was like a park bench. 2017 ish
@Hiigara85Ай бұрын
@@peterspratt4046mine is a 2022, i never used the original seat, i had the dealer mount the comfort seat when i bought it. Worth every penny!
@egtarbforestry84152 жыл бұрын
Bought my new sport glide a few months ago to go ridding up the beautiful Adalaide hills on my door step and just wish I could take it to the uk when I visit family and friends as I have a Yamaha R1 stored there, never thought I would by one but after having the stage 1 V&H plus screaming eagle kit fitted and a La Pera seat bike sounds and looks like a Harley should love it.
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you have made a very good decision there, Sport Glide is superb.
@betruly7894Ай бұрын
In 2019 I went to buy that exact bike then ended up buying the XL1200T. No regrets both are great bikes. But if one want a bike to keep for ever I think the Sportster is the best choice. The sportglide is just so appealing to me and yes I'm in love.
@NANKEL1 Жыл бұрын
Had a 48 went to a MT09 and now thinking going back and looking at t one of these
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
You smashed it, what an edit. Makes me want a Harley too! F’ing brilliant day. 👍😅🏍
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate thank you so much for making this happen.
@flattracker50882 жыл бұрын
As a longtime subscriber i am laughting out loud….your chanel is nice and i love your attitude explaining „your experience“ driving that HD….I love to drive my Himalayan even as it is an totally different experience compared to my fat bob 114 cu….stay tuned and give us more content :-] thanks for the Channel an sorry my english skills are bad! kind regards from. germany
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Alan wants to visit Germany. Should he take a Harley or Himalayan?
@MrB5902 жыл бұрын
Test rode one today , loved everything about it, except wasn't use to the forward pegs .
@pgd19705 ай бұрын
I have just bought one and pick it up in a couple of weeks. Can't wait after watching your review!
@timurquhart5010 Жыл бұрын
Stock HD 6 inch risers put you in a much more comfortable riding position, easy to install your self as long as you re position clutch cable to under the handlebars
@SLwelch40 Жыл бұрын
Before i got my sport glide the best riding bike i ever had was a 2011 Triumph Thunderbird. This sport glide is the closest thing i found that compares to that bike. Shame on triumph
@vicfdez78302 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@andrewkitchenuk6 ай бұрын
I don't know why everyone says it's expensive, my Sport Glide is cheaper than my Africa Twin AS, cheaper than a Diavel and much less than any new GS.
@nealmoyer72169 ай бұрын
Put a set of 4 inch pull back risers on it, makes it about perfect. No extension on cables or wiring necessary.
@ollygibson83972 жыл бұрын
Good review, but there must have been something you didn't like? Must admit I'm tempted to have a go on one.
@Robert-x8o9o Жыл бұрын
When I get tired of my 2017 Ultra Limited I am going to get a Sport Glide just because of the weight difference, Not really doing long haul touring anyways.
@jefflittle8872 Жыл бұрын
Need to resolve issue on all the softail range with the mono shock. As often as not it doesn't work.
@peem12442 жыл бұрын
Pork pies, lemonade and 107 inches of H-D? What more could you want? So, have you tested a TriGlide yet? Thanks for sharing, guys. Stay safe and keep up the good work.😊
@3kdn2 жыл бұрын
Having owned a Fatboy and a Road king, my biggest advice would be to only buy a Harley as a second bike first, because i guarantee 90 out off 100 will miss their original bike after the novelty as worn off and realise its limitations. Oh and make sure you keep some cash in reserve for your servicing bills. But if you can afford it and want a change now and then on a sunny day and have it as a second bike then why not.
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
I get that, my Fat Bob is less good for long distance touring, if doing that I take my BMW. But many I know only own a Harley, and they tour all over Europe; usually on a bagger though.
@andrewkitchenuk Жыл бұрын
Lol! Not only is my Sport Glide my only bike, It's my only transport as I haven't owned a car for 15 years. I used to have an Africa Twin as well but sold it as I just wanted to ride the Harley al the time.
@andrewbooth4341 Жыл бұрын
@@andrewkitchenuk what miles are you getting from a full tank Andrew
@andrewkitchenuk6 ай бұрын
@@andrewbooth4341No idea, I fill it up, ride it until it's empty then fill it up again. 😎
@larrikinlancer6852 жыл бұрын
Probably would've been my second choice for a bike if I didn't get my FXLRS.
@TonRollgroup9 ай бұрын
The Harley has 139Nm torque at 3000rpm, the BMW R1250GS has 143Nm at 6250rpm, the Harley has more low down grunt but at higher revs the BMW is more powerfull. But that are the numbers, feeling wise the Harley is very strong from low revs.
@invictusunum48088 ай бұрын
I LOVE the look of the Sport Glide! I hope to get one eventually. Too bad HD doesn't make them anymore. But I'll be on the lookout for a used one for sure! I ended up buying a 2019 Street Bob. I love it, but it doesn't come with the bags, or the faring, or the big gas tank the Sport Glide has. And I want to make some long distance trips on any bike I own!
@andrewkitchenuk6 ай бұрын
Still made, still in dealers and no sign of HD stopping making them, just not in the US.
@rickybrown43 Жыл бұрын
Great video thank you
@flapjackphil45132 жыл бұрын
Great review thank you. 👍You need to come of the fence - do you like it or what?😉
@splodge57 Жыл бұрын
Great bike. Apart from my 2001 Sportster 1200 the only Harley for me. But I would have to change that front wheel, it spoils the looks.
@chris_dowsett2 жыл бұрын
Great see Fentour back on the channel. Route 66 on a Harley for the next big adventure?
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Sign me up
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Sounds good… though 69 was not bad!
@cresshead2 жыл бұрын
coming up next week - go fund me launches for his Harley ! :)
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Will you be the first to put in the pot 😊
@cresshead2 жыл бұрын
@@HelmetHead If i had a job i would for sure!
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
@@cresshead I’m only joking buddy you already support the channel so much over the years 👍
@cresshead2 жыл бұрын
@@HelmetHead no problemo you have a brilliant channel (covid lockdowns killed off many businesses)
@TheBikeFather2 жыл бұрын
Nice one. I thought the roads look familiar .. lol I'm based in Peterborough. Looking forward to testing riding a Sport Glide soon. How did you manage to get one for the whole day?
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. If you want to get your hands on a Harley for a day, I’d say get in touch with a dealership ask if you can have a demo bike when one becomes available, but if you are a KZbinr and depending on your numbers, you could go directly to Harley-Davidson’s press team to see if you could get a bike for longer!
@TheBikeFather2 жыл бұрын
@@HelmetHead Thanks. I wouldn't really class myself as a youtube just yet, but working on it.. :) you're doing well.. great video
@captinslow75202 жыл бұрын
You always make me want a bike I don't even like 🙈
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Buy one it’s flipping awesome 😎
@six-pack13322 жыл бұрын
If you ride one, you'll want one.
@andreassamaras8035 Жыл бұрын
Did i see some oil drip at 2.41??
@SkotHenderson Жыл бұрын
😂… smh unless he only just happened to clean the engine on it! Good eye
@jameswest32582 жыл бұрын
I want you to review the new nightster
@HelmetHead2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully when one is a available 😉
@hodgie2270 Жыл бұрын
Love the bike but can you tell me what the music is?
@TinyDragon2 жыл бұрын
just a tip mate from an American (tho my dad is English), who rides Harleys and has this bike as well as a road king special…. don’t call saddlebags panniers… sounds wimpy. call it bags. bagger. Harley Riders pride themselves on the American aspect of the branding. Call it foot pounds of torque, call the weight by pounds etc. you need a reach seat and you will be close to the bars and comfortable for miles.
@andrewkitchenuk Жыл бұрын
He's English, they're panniers. Saddlebags go on horses, the clues in the name.
@vstm3950 Жыл бұрын
think i got the same problem as you do since i rode it at harley demo tour hahaha stuffing my piggy bank
@AnotherHipster2 жыл бұрын
great bike but i wouldn't pay £17,000 for that outdated sewing machine. Amazing review mate, I love their looks, but they haven't re-invented themselves like triumph. everything retro triumph do is under £12,000 even for their brand new models 😎 even a R9T can be had fir about £11,000 brand new
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
You have to ride one to know 😂❤️❤️❤️
@six-pack13322 жыл бұрын
But Triumps are not Harley-Davidsons. Personally, I wouldn't own a Triumph no matter how much it costs.
@davidgilding35492 жыл бұрын
I sold my T120 to buy my Sport glide ! I loved the Triumph, after I had made quite a few improvements ! mainly suspension ! A great looking bike ☺ But I just love my Sport Glide. I only took it out for a test ride as a mate said ' if you don't try one you will never know' ! Got to say I was not expecting to like it ! I had never ridden a HD and wish I had tried one sooner ! Shame I couldn't have kept the T120 as well but couldn't afford to ! Can not imagine life without a Harley now.
@joesupport441 Жыл бұрын
I’ve just brought a 22 demo 2500 cheaper with 500 miles on and I got an extra £250 of for cash buyer, it’s a blast and well worth it ❤️
@andrewkitchenuk Жыл бұрын
The finish and paintwork is far better on Harleys than on Triumph or BMW. You what you pay for.
@paulsilson2148 Жыл бұрын
I have a sport glide and live in the USA can you send some pork pies please
@HelmetHead Жыл бұрын
😂🥧
@Flyingscotsman32 жыл бұрын
👌🏁🍻
@brucemasson Жыл бұрын
That 2 into 1 has to go... Sorry not feeling it..
@SheldonElectricals2 жыл бұрын
Too over priced, heavy, thirsty and vibey for me! Like the design of the wheels though!
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
Not vibey and not thirsty, not anymore. The M8 engine is a revolution, worth a test ride.
@johnnaunton2212 жыл бұрын
@@FenTour I am actually amazed at how economical my Sport Glide is - 200 miles to fuel light - so 50+ mpg
@FenTour2 жыл бұрын
@@johnnaunton221 I measured Fat Bob, 63mpg. 👍
@SuperZomp2 жыл бұрын
Same bike as four years ago…. Why the review now?
@Revy8 Жыл бұрын
cruiser bikes r cringe
@jamesweber49385 ай бұрын
There might come a day when all your body can ride is a cruiser.