Do I Regret Buying My New Road Glide & Should You?

[@stuartcarroll2860]

I had a 2003 Roadglide that I bought brand new and rode for 21 years. Loved that bike. Finally bought a new Roadglide, 2024 , and I’m blown away. So glad I waited until this year. This bike is amazing.

[@scottspiron1451]

I have 1,600 miles on my 2024 RG now. It has saved my life twice from drivers not paying attention. I have not had any problems as of yet. Perfect machine.

[@IceCreamManFromHell99]

What made a 24 RG Save yr Life? 😂

[@darrylbenson868]

​@@IceCreamManFromHell99I'm curious about that as well!!

[@hollywoodboggie]

Thanks for your review. 1,300 miles on my 2024 Street Glide and I am loving every minute (second) riding. The fit and finish is superb,. The cockpit is so beautiful easy to read and user friendly. Comfort, Power, Finish, and custom choice electronic set up. Finally the LOOK: Modern yet retaining classic Harley charm and sound. Love mine.

[@Lawman-196]

my first Harley in 20 years of different bikes, and 2024 Road glide is excellent!

[@markspaulding443]

I bought one! Really enjoy riding it, however I’ve had an issue with the infotainment system. I had to take it back and they needed to delete the software from corruption and reinstall it. While doing it my dealer scratched the windshield. 🤬 I don’t know about anyone else but she’s my baby I noticed this stuff. Take the time to be careful Harley techs!

[@Idahoup]

I picked up a billiard gray 24, but I'm only at 350 miles at this point so I'm still learning the bike. I hope I avoid the issues you ran into. So far so good.

[@jasonbreedlove495]

Great video, experiences and opinion of the new designs. I dig the new bikes, and did ever since the 23.5 CVOs, and able to dive deep into them as i was working for a dealership. I thought I'd keep my 2019 RGS, but when a deal comes up that hits all the numbers. Had my 24 RG for about 2 weeks and man it's killer!

[@markmcintosh7095]

Your channel keeps getting better. Thanks

[@ShutterUp]

It's a first year model. It is all about how the dealer and corporate handles the issues. While having to take the bike in sucks, if they stand behind the product, that makes all the difference.

[@DanaFox1Tbabe]

I bought my Whiskey Fire 2024 Road Glide February 24th; as of today 3200 miles, zero issues…Nothing but love for this machine. She’s my 6th Harley, best one so far.

[@360Tinman]

Just shy of 2 months @ 3K miles on my RG. It’s been perfect, thus far.

[@freebehindbars8654]

HD sending everyone with squeaky front forks, or just those with a KZbin reach?

[@myronmosley2167]

They’re also sending techs from Milwaukee to get your bike to start up apparently.

[@flamct1964]

Thanks. Your videos pushed me over and I bought the 24 RG in white onyx pearl from Gator Harley.

[@hogluvr1]

Just road tested the 2024 RG. Very impressive. I didn't realize how much turbulence my SG had. The RG, even with the factory height deflector, was really sweet. I am tempted.

[@BogeyBiker]

Good info, thanks for sharing! As a rule, I think it's good to wait a year or two, but I am tempted for sure!

[@fragtastic4]

They may MSRP @ $27k, add paint $28k, add blacked out, you're up to almost 30k. Dealer fees, dealer mark ups, average I'm seeing for these new bikes is $30-$33K. That being said, I love my Alpine Green 24 RG.

[@FullTankAdventures]

700 miles in, no issues and loving every minute of it!

[@Roadglide117]

My 2 favorite colors on the 24s was blue burst and whiskey fire. I got the whiskey fire RG.

[@mikedanaher3413]

I followed your troubles with this motorcycle. I’m very confident that you got a brand new bike with a brand new “bad Battery.” We have all been through something like this. Get a new part, put it on your car, truck, bike etc and it’s a bad part. Had your bike not had a bad battery, you wouldn’t have had any of those electrical issues. Sounds like the motor co did you solid. Yes the dealer didn’t diagnose the problem the first time and then compounded the problem by not putting it in trailer mode. A little painful inconvenience for you but, I’m completely confident you will stay happy going forward.

[@dennisberg570]

Bad battery my ass !! Bullshit

[@Gotimerider62]

Congratulations on your new bike very glad to hear you've got the issues worked out but with all due respect and appreciation for what you do I do recall you saying a year ago in a previous video that you liked the indian challenger so much that it would be your next bike if and when you decided to trade up? Or perhaps you have one of those in the garage as well?

[@ronfriedman8740]

I test rode the '23 & the new '24 RG a few days ago. Currently I ride a '14 Goldwing and was just curious. While the H-D is a completely different ride, it was real nice although I hated the bars on the '23 (turned in) but they felt better on the '24, albeit those 12" mini apes were much higher than I'm use to. The sport mode was fun, but quite honestly if I needed to pass someone, it's still easier to drop a gear and goose the throttle than switch to sport from road mode. The 117" M8 has got plenty of power, but it's a touring bike, not a drag bike. Lastly, the liquid cooled heads are a great addition to that air cooled V-Twin, but your leg will still get warm in traffic. Bottom line: they wanted $33K before tax, freight, title, etc. and they'd give me under $10K for my Goldwing. I'd be financing over $25K at somewhere between 5-7% ...no effing way! I'll keep my paid off Goldwing that provides more comfort with its heated grips & saddle, a tour pack, way more weather protection with a functional windscreen and a fairing.

[@CeeGee60]

Your videos are great! Very informative with fantastic road footage.

[@jimrhoads9075]

I absolutely love my 23.5 Whiskey Neat road glide! H ad ridden batwings for 20 years prior but just don't like the new batwing look so I switched. so much nicer.

[@dippa1965]

Just under 500 miles on my 20024 Black Roadglide. Very happy outside of the horrible sounding speakers/Amplifier combination.

[@jamesbruce8749]

I have 2023 Road Glide limited and I'm not going to lie i wish i waited a year for that screen. Nice bike!

[@StevenZerwas]

I own a 2023 Indian Pursuit. It’s hard to avoid hearing about the new Road Glide. I test rode the new 2024 Road Glide to see what the hype was all about. First thing I noticed was the small size of the rider floorboards and the angle of those floorboards. They are way smaller than my Pursuit floorboards. Add on a heel shifter and your foot is locked into place. No thanks. Second thing I noticed was the suspension. I hit some bumps that would have been soaked up nicely by my Pursuit. The Road Glide jarred my back pretty bad. I was shocked honestly. The short and non adjustable windshield looks great but it is pretty much worthless for anyone wearing a half helmet and I’m only 5’9”. The audio system was super weak, as in, I couldn’t even hear it when the volume was all the way up at 70mph. The audio system on my Pursuit sounds way better. I only need to put my volume on 3 out of 11 and that’s plenty loud at speed. The positives. The engine RPM at 70mph is only 2,600,very nice (even though the redline is only 5,500rpm vs 6,500 on my Indian Pursuit. The bike did seem to handle pretty well while I was riding it. The handlebars were good as well. The engine isn’t nearly as strong as the Pursuits. It just isn’t. I’m just not sure what people are seeing with this new road glide. It doesn’t even come close to the power, suspension, handling or ergonomics of the Pursuit.

[@myronmosley2167]

And the pursuit is heavier. A closer comparison would be the challenger. But what you said is a conversation people don’t want to have, because for most people it’s Harley or nothing, regardless of how inferior the bike may be, no matter how many thousands of dollars you have to spend in modifications after the initial purchase to get comparable performance to its stock competitors, Harley fanboys will say anything to justify their purchase.

[@HDR20]

8:45 ​@myronmosley2167 I guess that can be said both ways lol. The fit and finish just isn't there for indian they paint is meh but then again the 2024 harleys fit and finish took a hit too. I am not impressed with the 2024 hds and not impressed with indian touring bikes as well .

[@bigjoe805]

Indian is going out of business, beware !

[@michaelschmitzerle2587]

Love those Indian motorcycles❣️ They just keep getting better and better👍

[@Erron-w9r]

@@myronmosley2167 some ppl just like the brand n don’t care about the specifics. To each their own

[@TheBudwars]

1174 Miles. Mine is at Harley right now having the entire top end replaced. The Tech said this is the forth he as seen with ring issues. He also added Harley is sending him different rings from what he is removing but Harley is not calling it a recall.

[@Dandre01]

I’ve had my 2023 CVO SG for about 2 months. Only 300 miles so far. Got it marked down 10%!! Overall- love it! I’m waiting on my road sofa. Here tomorrow. Something is going on with the charging system. Battery dies if not charging for about 3 days. Head pipes shields are already turning blue so she’ll be going in for that also. Still can’t get matching passenger footboards and still can’t get an aftermarket windshield! I don’t like these shorty ones. These things will get sorted out eventually. Performance is great! Looks are great! I want to get the guards you have but I don’t like the white lettering. Looks like a skateboard wheel! Ride modes are cool although I’m in road mode 95%. I’ve mastered the OS already! I could never wrap my head around the previous version.

[@timnevitt2993]

i bought the 2023.5 CVO RG all i have needed is a few updates so far. it runs great

[@timnevitt2993]

@@RonValentine-ky8vi hahahahahaha

[@dennisberg570]

I find it VERY HARD TO BELIEVE that you had a battery issue when your battery was easily able to spin your motor fast enough to start the bike , per your several videos . Aint buyin it Dude , software issue plain and simple . I'm waiting another year at least . By the way I think the new design is awesome . They look great . Love your channel keep up the great work and thanks for the honest reviews .

[@rodneybarcus2233]

I’m not sure a heavy weight touring/cruiser needs ride mods. The only other thing I think is a negative is the plastic side bags. The bike looks good and I’m sure Harley will fix those electrical issues in a few months.

[@scottlin777]

Can you please clarify something on the 2024 street/roadglide? It's concerning the GPS. I know there's an option to pay $349 for three yrs. My understanding that is for "live" up to date weather and traffic. Is that the only GPS? I have a 2019 street glide special and it has the GPS and was wondering if the new bikes have what's on my 2019. Thanks.

[@sicsrt5876]

It is a 1-time fee for GPS ( that is tied to the VIN and will always have it the Maps etc are stored in the bike) and 3 years of live traffic and weather (using your phone signal for live communication with the Nav Cloud).

[@melhicks6932]

What knowledge have you learned about what HD improvements in the 2024 M8 regarding the issues with crankcase pressure and blow by ? Could you share please

[@cliffordsmith432]

My 2024 Road Glide has been in the shop x3 for chec engine light and over heat?? Now it's in for winter storage... hahaha what do I do in the spring and still have issues.

[@frankmetz867]

What is the transport mode?

[@Kornholeeoo]

I’m glad all of you first year beta testers are out there buying these new models. Get the bugs worked out before I buy one. I just bought a 2023 BMW R1250 GSA. I had the option of waiting a few months and buying the new 1300. Glad I didn’t do that. The last 4 vehicles I’ve bought were last year models of a Chevy, a Toyota, a Harley and now a BMW. Well BMW still made the 1250 GSAs this year until they come out with the 1300 GSAs. The recalls and bugs are usually fixed after 3-4 years of a new model. They don’t test em like they used to. Today, buyers are the ones doing the testing.

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Wow there is a lot of truth in what you said. These cheap manufacturers should be ashamed of themselves for trying to save money on R&D. Its funny they save money on the front end and still charge a premium on the sale and that’s taking into account inflation.

[@darrell3368]

I have been riding a Harley for 55 years the new ones don’t get it to me I have three Harley’s my next one will be a Indian if I buy a new one or Kawasaki

[@JA-zh5xi]

Man those Indians and Japanese cruisers are some really ugly bikes though.

[@freebehindbars8654]

The new one doesn’t get it to you? The same M8 motor with water cooled heads, but a water cooled Indian or Kawi “do get it to” you? It’s the same chassis, motor with tweaks.. 😂

[@noidreculse8906]

I have a 2021 Pan America piece of 💩 Harley has no idea about electronics and making different systems working together. Most techs don’t know enough about the new bikes, or why would the MoCo be willing to send someone from Milwaukee out to fix the problem? I have had 6 new Harleys since 2016 and I am through with the brand. Too expensive to have ANY PROBLEMS. Good luck and I hope you bought an extended warranty

[@hiflyer1168]

Do what I did. Sold my POS Pan Am and bought an older Road Glide. Hasn't left me stranded once, compared to all the times the PA did. Besides the fact I can do all the work on it myself, all parts are available from my independent shop. I don't even recognize this company anymore.

[@noidreculse8906]

@@hiflyer1168 I just sold it and I am done with the Mo-Co. they have lost their way. All CVO bullshit with profit margins and marketing taking priority. The CEO is an immigrant shoe salesman with a green card under the control of Blackrock. 🤡💩🤮

[@rogerparis]

Took your recommendation to call your contact at Orlando Harley for a price on a new Breakout. Total disappointment after leaving 3 messages over 3 days and getting no callback. Just got the deal and the 23 Breakout I wanted at Treasure Coast Harley.

[@cliffordsmith432]

Picked it up brand new.

[@rolandjosef7961]

CVO is too expensive; I hope they come out with Specials soon.

[@BaggerJay]

I switched from a street glide to a challenger in 2020. I do like the looks of the new RG, but that bike doesn't hold a candle to the suspension on the challenger. Harley should have gone mono shock rear and inverted forks on all models.

[@VTG63]

Great video content, I absolutely love my Whiskey Fire RG so much, I"m considering selling my beloved Goldwing, however, it's not the most comfortable bike for a passenger long distance, but a wonderful machine, thank you HD

[@timnevitt2993]

that stock seat sucks haha

[@spikethedog6901]

I have a little over 300 miles on my new 24 rg. And I kind of regret choosing the roadglide. I hate to sound like a wimp but I’m not a big guy and I think the weight and getting the thing around when it’s not actually riding is a whole different ball game than a dyna or sporty. I don’t know if I’ll be keeping it. It sucks because to me it’s the best looking bike they make. But I really feel like I’m going to drop the thing.

[@hollywoodboggie]

Bro many slim ladies handle the RG and SG. Its mostly technique rather than brutal force. Speak to your HD dealer get paired up with an experienced rider teacher and study the "slow ride" technique thousands of vids Utube and voila...............you are enjoying every second. Good luck!

[@bradlozano2571]

Before all these modern safety features....How did we get along Riding and Touring on Bikes?.....We learned how to Ride by putting miles under our belts the Old Fashion Way...For me they are unnecessary......By the way i have over 400K lifetime miles on StreetBikes....

[@brooktech7869]

I rode before them as well, its still nice to have. I don't think anyone is relying on them, but ABS has always been the best safety feature for new riders who want to jerk that front brake and find out the hard way.

[@bradlozano2571]

@@brooktech7869 I am an Old Air Cooled inline 4 Jap Bike Rider and i use my Front Brakes 90% of the Time and the Back at the final Stop...The secret is not to grap it hard but lightly stab it and let go...You must be aware of your road conditions...Gravel and Sand are a MF....

[@maybe5883]

Like you, I have hundreds of thousands of miles on bikes without built in safety features. That said, as I age and my brain still likes to ride aggressively, and many drivers are on their cell phones, I appreciate these safety features.

[@bradlozano2571]

@@maybe5883 True that...But being Retired and on a Fixed income it would be a hardship for me to start over on a New Bike....$$$...

[@STIFFRIDES]

👊🏻Twin cam baby👊🏻

[@bradlozano2571]

Right On👍😎🏍️

[@Bonsai-Miata2020]

At the current prices, they are not worth having to take a mortgage to be the second owner

[@dcccharles4569]

I understand all the benefits and modern conveniences but to me it translates to higher maintenance costs. I prefer simpler is better. Moreover, are you required to pay a monthly service fee to activate ABS and the other Ride Modes that are on the new model bike? If so, this might explain why the price of the bike is now slightly cheaper. My understanding is these Ride Modes are no longer "options" and cannot be removed from the bike at the time of purchase to reduce the sales price for features one may not want. Thus, you may have to pay monthly fee, after the purchase, to activate the Ride Modes or accept inoperable features which stay with the bike. P.S. The simple mistake which plagued your new bike, nonetheless, required lost hours, days, and weeks, etc before they discovered this "simple issue." I wouldn't want to think of how long it would take to figure out had it not been a simple issue.

[@About_that_ride]

I was told hill hold wasn’t standard on my 24 RG

[@brooktech7869]

Its probably true, but I would never test it either, risk vs reward. Your rear brake should be engaged to hold the bike from moving backwards while accelerating in 1st like we always have done. I looked it up and its feature is supposed to alleviate the rider to "free both hands" on a hill in neutral. Imagine forgetting you had that feature on another bike and rolling back into a car.

[@Deril9986]

I have a 24 rg and loving it . almost ready for my 1k service. I watch the channel alot. the cardo discount on gives me 10% off

[@MrHavoc5252]

Bro, you must be sponsored or got your bike for free!

[@RealSuperRando]

Took a 50 mile demo ride on a 2024 Road Glide. Dealer handed me the key fob and I rode to lunch with the local HOG club. I will say the bike feels lighter and better balanced but it ends there. The ride is terrible and jittery, can’t read the display because of my own reflection. Everything feels cheap and plastic like. The plastic they are using on this bike isn’t up to Harleys standard. In no way does this bike compare to my 2021 Road Glide Limited, the smoothest and most solid feeling Harley I’ve ever owned.

[@sluml0rd67]

I am so not worried about the bike i love it .. But Harley knew when they did the sound system they made it crap.. they new what they where doing i see all these people spending tons of money on the stage 2 and it's junk also.. Then they want you to pay 350 bucks for something that came on every other bike.Then omg i went to get my 1k service .. 570 dollars + tax.

[@zachasher4306]

Love my Indian

[@andromedach]

my 2024 RG is my fourth Harley and the best so far, previous owned a 16 Street Glide, 17 Road King, and 23 Low Rider ST. Is it perfect, nah, they still lack features Indian, Honda, and BMW, offer at the same price point that have no reason not being on these bikes; remote locking luggage and fuel tank plus an adjustable windscreen. Given how that windscreen and mounting is setup a method similar to what BMW does would have worked easily.

[@rspapabear9629]

gwt rid of ride modes, tft dash, vvt and I'd consider it

[@dhc8guru]

Anyone who doesn’t want safety features like lean angle ABS is smoking crack. $28k is the norm for a bagger for sure. Look at BMW and Ducati, a GS or Multistrada run $26k to $30k. Granted they are lower volume brands and build according. Harley is definitely higher volume so lower sales figures are going to take them sometime to adjust to. The guys who would buy new touring HD’s every few years are going to hold off longer with the higher prices and that will be difficult for HD.

[@darrell3368]

I will buy a new Indian before I would a new Harley

[@zachasher4306]

You will never bag on Harleys

[@HDR20]

3 years from now when these bikes have electrical issues and that inner fairing looks ash gray and the thin plastics look like crap harley will be hurting to sell bikes. They are brcoming the car market where you get a new one every few years hence their new leasing program . They know they sre selling you junk

[@DyinG_BreeD_MediA]

Buy buy buy😅

[@nhzxboi]

I cold care less about infotainment systems. Earbuds and iPhone take care of that. The sound systems make the rider look like a jerk...playing music no one wants to hear. Motorcycle-wise, those systems become obsolete almost instantly. I'm a rare breed apparently cuz that's the crap they're pushing as a feature that I can't do without. I prefer a 0" TFT display with 4" gage. My '23 FXLRS is good enough for me. Simple enough. However, I bought that thing last July and am getting slammed with emails and real mails trying to get me to trade up. Blech! No thanks.

[@JA-zh5xi]

Yep - once you have a Cardo they can pull the stereo and speakers out for all I care.

[@davidmahoney3804]

Why would I regret you buying a motorcycle?

[@RMC2021]

I commented before and I’ll comment to you again - why don’t you just buy the Indian and see what your thoughts are. Get out from under the HD thumb.

[@GusPineda-ev5uk]

I'm looking at you riding this bike and you look like your arms are pretty wide apart looks uncomfortable to me

[@GusPineda-ev5uk]

Sorry to say too much tech stuff

[@scott_0492]

bro, how many videos have you made on this subject matter? make some new content...and before you say "don't watch" for whatever reason, your videos always come up in my feed...

[@CeeGee60]

Your videos are great! Very informative with fantastic road footage.