FIRST 3 Modifications for your Harley Davidson!

[@DCyclemoto]

Coffee before a ride would not go well. It cleans me out and sitting in riding position would trigger an unwanted result😆 In all seriousness, Pipes + Intake + Grips are my three to go first. Great video once again!🤘🏻

[@TheMotoBarista]

Haha, luckily I don't have that problem 😅😅😅 I also just through on some HD Get a Grips after filming this - such a good move, they feel so good!

[@Silverbulletzx3]

My first mod was a slip on exhaust. Next was a safety mod: Front Pro Beam LED signals (easier to be seen). After that, was the Arlen Ness Velocity 65 heavy breather with FP3 tuner

[@jimmorrison306]

First mods to my brand new 2020 FXST: Added a Saddelmen Renegade solo seat; butt much happier. Added cruise control due to shoulder issue - expensive - well worth it. Dropped snow shovel on bike and dented fender - damn.

[@dags6439]

I subscribe to a lot of channels but I find myself coming back to you, very informative and very interesting to me as I myself have a road king and always looking to improve performance and comfort, thankyou

[@TheMotoBarista]

Dags thank you so much Dags, really appreciate the kind words. Working hard in this new year to grow my skills as creator and deliver great content. Thank you for the support 🙏

[@peterconnell3162]

Micheal, I like your approach to customisation. Bike looks good. On my Sport Glide I have a stage one with the Screaming Eagle air cleaner and pipe married to an FP3 fuel pack. I went in this direction because its covered by HD warranty alongside the bike. I prefer the look of your S&S set-up, but I know of issues in my environment with Harley warranty claims on bikes fitted with non Harley after market performance products. My bike also has the Saddlemen seat (step up version), heated grips, Klock Werks Flare screen, sissy bar and backrest, and lots of additional trim from the Defiance Harley range. I still have a long wish list of changes, but I now need some time to figure out in which direction to go!.

[@TheMotoBarista]

Thanks Peter, from what I have read and heard every country has different warranty protections based on local laws + dealership rules. Fortunately I'm still covered under warranty 😅 you're bike sounds great too, the Klockwerks flare is my favourite for replacement windshields on the stock fairing! Thanks for the comment and enjoy the never ending customisation of your bike! 😅

[@DCyclemoto]

Peter Connell I am curious how the afternarket tune is covered by Harley’s warranty? They really cracked down on aftermarket tuners and are voiding warranties left and right.

[@peterconnell3162]

@@DCyclemoto.. I know you guys have a problem in the USA, and the whole Harley warranty area is really complex. Probably the best explanation I have seen is by Matt Laidlaw on his channel, and John Maxwell covered this area as well. In Europe its not that different, but the dealers seem to have more autonomy in this area. The Screaming Eagle Pro tuner is no longer available here, so there is no Harley option for the Stage One kit. The Vance & Hines FP3 tuner is most frequently used, and it is accepted under warranty in Europe. I triple checked!. It could be because its not really a "tuner", as it just offers a more efficient air/fuel map for the components making up the stage one. As a comparison if you go onto the Moonshine Harley channel and have a look at what those guys are doing, now that is really tuning Harley Engines. But they use different components.

[@harleyhoney3433]

I know this video isn't recent and maybe you've answered this before.. have you done a full stage one on the sport glide? I see you've changed the exhaust, im wondering if you've changed the air cleaner and added a tuner as well? from a fellow motovlogger and possible future sport glide owner

[@TheMotoBarista]

Yeh, I have a S&S air cleaner and Maximus tuner. Also have a RedShift 468 cam and full custom dyno tune.

[@harleyhoney3433]

@@TheMotoBarista thanks for your response!

[@subendranthushanthan6378]

Sound is amazing bro

[@TheMotoBarista]

Subendran Thushanthan now I have the cam in - it sounds incredible ⚡️

[@roycelabor4339]

Another great video Michael! The only 3 mods that I’ve made to my SG are the Klockwerks windscreen, 2” Rox risers, & a Bungking crash bar. But, based on your review, I’m looking very seriously at the El Paso windshield, even more so after this video. You have a slightly different angle & I really like how streamlined it makes the bike look.

[@TheMotoBarista]

Hey Royce, that Bungking crash bar is a great choice - definitely my favourite crash bar around! I am really enjoying the windshield, yesterday I actually filmed my next video doing a full review of the windshield, it will go up next Monday, hopefully that will help further with your decision!

[@roycelabor4339]

The Moto Barista Awesome! Looking forward to seeing it. I love the Bungking. I have several friends who are Dyna riders & swear by the Bungking; at least 1 guy swears it saved his leg when he had a high speed drop. One of the other things I like about the Bungking is that it’s unique, I haven’t seen another Sport Glide with one mounted. Like you, I want a bike that's not like everyone else’s.

[@TheMotoBarista]

@@roycelabor4339 Yeh i have only seen it on dynas - so good choice!

[@bcbsilverhawk8426]

Very good video. I've made a few changes to my Sport Glide. Kuryakyn Mini Floorboards/4" HD pullback risers/Custom Dynamic front Turn Signals/HD Backrest and pad/12" Slipstreamer windshield/Saddlemen LS Step-up seat. Coming on Oct. 8th. All Screaming Eagle for warranty. Heavy Breather/Street Cannon Muffler/Street Tuner and Auto Programmer module with wide band O2 sensors/Stage 2 Torque Cam/Dyno Tune. I anticipate a much different riding experience here very soon. Still trying to come up with better wind management. Considering trying the Klock Werks windscreen. I really do like the looks of the Memphis Shades windshield on your Sport Glide. May end up going in that direction instead. The Sport Glide is my favorite Harley to date. Not perfect but getting there. Take care.

[@DCyclemoto]

BCB SILVER HAWK I want mini boards, for sure! A winter project for sure!

[@TheMotoBarista]

That sounds like a killer set up you have mate!! Yep, you're right about wind management it is a pain to master. My next video I'll be going through the windshield a bit more and things to consider when trying manage wind. Spoiler alert, it is a pain 😅

[@bundybear3333]

Just ordered S&S Superstreet 2into1 pipes & teardrop carbon air cleaner for my 2019 Sportglide after loving your setup on yours. I have to wait a month though as no stock in Oz at the moment ☹️ Can't wait 😊😎👍☕️

[@TheMotoBarista]

Hey mate, glad I could help with finding your perfect pipe and air cleaner set up! Shame you have to wait, but I promise it will be worth it! Look forward to hearing how it goes, ride safe ✌️⚡

[@bundybear3333]

The Moto Barista Thanks Michael for your help in my final decision making, as like you I had been researching many options but I didn't want a aggressive sounding pipe that makes your ears ring after a ride, just a nice deep rumble which I believe the S&S will deliver in spades. I will let you know how I go when my goodies arrive.👍😎☕️

[@tedd5936]

Question I bought these hex floor boards , which p/n splined male mount adapter you used ? 8888, 8946 or 8924.

[@aaron.black107]

Another question… what LUT are you using for this video. Colours look amazing

[@TheMotoBarista]

I think this was just a custom colour grade i did. It was a while ago. It might have been a Film Concert Nitrate LUT, maybe one of their Kodaks or Eterna.

[@aaron.black107]

@@TheMotoBarista very impressive

[@diegoforestiere7295]

Hi Michael, great bikes and videos, congratulations! To me the SG has yet to arrive but I'm getting ready to make the changes and the first is the backrest with parcel holder, so I wanted to ask you: is your HD original? What model is it? Thanks in advance ;) Diego

[@MikeM91320]

Hey Michael - really like your modifications. For my 2019 Sports Glide, so far I have added an engine guard which gives it a classic "bagger" look, changed the airfilter cover from the stick 107 to just the black with the harley bar & shield, which I think looks really nice since the timing cover has same as well as the saddle bag. Another mod was the saddle--I changed to the Harley Sundowner saddle which looks good, has good padding and also the wider seat for passenger. I also added a bigger pad on sissy bar for passenger. Last mod was a really nice chrome derby cover which says "Harley Davidson Motor Co". I just ordered hand guards which I hope will help during cold rides and I want foot paddles for rider and passenger. What foot boards did you purchase? Do they make a matching set for passenger? Thnaks!

[@TheMotoBarista]

Hey mate that is awesome to hear! My foot boards are the Kuryakyn Hex Mini Floorboards, they fit for both rider and passenger, you just need to select the right mounting adapters for them which you can easily find on their website 🤘

[@saddle8bag]

I bought a Yami Warrior back around 2007. Rode it home about 250 miles and hated it. It was miserably uncomfortable. I basically did the same mods as you. I just put bicycle gel seats under the seat cover rather than buy a new seat, but I also got floorboards and a nice windscreen. Simple mods made the bike all day comfy. The exhaust on the Warrior was enormous and hideous. I changed that too, but aside from aesthetics, I don't think that made the bike better. To me, motorcycles feel much more refined with stock pipes. Putting the aftermarket cans on it made it sound/feel more like a tractor. Two motorcycle myths you're repeating. 1. Torque and power aren't different things. Torque is a component of power. At any rpm, if you increase the engine power, it will necessarily increase the torque at the crankshaft. The torque that is at your rear wheel is gear dependent. In first gear, you have more torque and less speed. In sixth gear, you have less torque and more speed. 2. Backpressure is not something you want in an exhaust. Take the exhaust off and the engine will see 14.7 psi of back pressure at the exhaust valve. The bike will also run like crap. In an ideal world, you'd want a vacuum at the exhaust valve that would pull the burned fuel out of the cylinder most efficiently. What bounces back is actually a low pressure wave in two into one pipes. That is engineered in to "scavenge" cylinder exhaust during valve overlap. Two into two pipes sound more lopey and authentic on HDs but because there is no scavenging, they tend to have a mid range dip in power delivery. They make up for it as the gasses flow faster at high rpms. The higher the velocity of the exhaust, the lower the pressure.

[@TheMotoBarista]

saddlebag thanks for information, that is really interesting. That explains it really well, a lot of exhaust designers I have been watching to learn from don’t break it down like that. Thanks for the heads up.

[@saddle8bag]

@@TheMotoBarista Most of them aren't engineers. They bend their pipes to look nice. If you're interested in the subject, this guy has some good info on his site: www.rbracing-rsr.com/exhausttech.htm

[@michaelmatheson2279]

Part number for the floor boards please Michael. I'd like to see if they come in chrome. Thanks. Keep the great videos coming!

[@TheMotoBarista]

Hey mate, PN 5908 for chrome and 5909 for black like mine. Make sure to get the splined adapter that fits your mounting bracket. The video tomorrow talks more about these floorboards!

[@michaelmatheson2279]

@@TheMotoBarista Thank you. Not interested in "cloning" your bike, but want to learn what fits. Hate ordering stuff with some doubt that its gonna work/fit etc. Looking forward to your video!

[@whereverwegowegotogether]

Vroooooom! It's looking good!

[@nosignal88]

Windshield details? Hey did you swap your kickstand please let me know mate

[@TheMotoBarista]

Windshield is a Memphis Shades El Paso 17". A review video will be posted Monday so stay tuned! And know, I haven't changed the kick stand, just stock!

[@reddog907]

So far , I have put a Cobra power flo air intake, slipstream 10” windscreen, Avon grips, 4” risers and a sundowner seat and Kuryakyn floor boards. Hope to change the exhaust, the stock exhaust is terrible.

[@TheMotoBarista]

Sounds like good build so far! How great are floorboards!? It was the biggest surprise for, so stoked with the addition! Good luck with your exhaust choice, are you thinking slip on or full system?

[@reddog907]

The Moto Barista the floor boards are great just did a 1000 mile trip on the old pegs adding risers makes control and handling like second nature Safe riding and keep the videos coming.

[@reddog907]

Full system, Bassani road rage II is on my wish list.

[@michaelmatheson2279]

Rob, could you put the oem fairing back on with the 4" risers?

[@reddog907]

michael matheson Yes I put it back on with no problem.

[@mihailchehlarov2720]

Carbon details on HD is like lightweight underwear on sumo wrestler...and makes the same difference.

[@TheMotoBarista]

Yeh, but looks cool 😎

[@CG117st]

What do you keep in the saddle bags ?

[@TheMotoBarista]

I keep a lot! I ride everyday for work, so I am carrying my laptop, books, camera equipment etc. Often I will carry gym gear and/or spare clothes. When I go camping I can fit a lot in their too - including tent, supplies food etc! I would never get a bike with saddlebags now that I have experienced them!

[@CG117st]

@@TheMotoBarista I feel the same way. I started with an 883 and had a small swing arm bag. Now I have a sport glide and can carry a lot of stuff and can't imagine not having and saddle bags. I just don't carry much in them. Just a lock, first aid kit, and some microfiber towels. But I would like to add more everyday carry items.

[@CG117st]

Matt Thompson yea same. I have rain pants, first aid kit, air compressor, and a few tools in the right. The left one is mostly open in case i pick stuff up. Just a change of shoes, clear visor for helmet, and towels.