Harley-Davidson CVO is an Expensive Headache to Own

[@GixxerFoo]

What's been your experience with exclusive limited edition factory paint? Were you able to get it replaced or find a painter to replicate the original paint?

[@freebehindbars8654]

EBay will be your friend.

[@davidminjares9556]

What is the difference between cvo se 3 to a cvo se 4 ???

[@sandrider1962]

Back in '10, the '09 CVO ultra was in a sandwich accident (rear ended and drove forward). Hauled back to local HD dealership. 11k damage, took 9 months to get bike back. The paint was the hangup. Many errors in paint etc. Kept the bike for 10 more years. Was always concerned about another event. Took some of the joy out of owning a CVO bike.

[@stevedotworld]

My 110th Anniversary paint FLHTCUSE8 is #414/1100. I have one paint chip in the front fender about 1/8”. A new fender in Obsidian black Pearl that’s pre-painted is $1200. Mine has the SE Stage 4 117 race kit and full V&H headers and stock CVO mufflers from a 2014, and 14” apes. It’s at almost 76k miles and counting. I enjoy it almost daily.

[@peteryeanacopolis2037]

Ha, funny you mentioned the paint. Had my 2015 fltruse backed into about a year ago while parked. Inner and outer fairing as well as the front fender clocked in at $8300 including labor. The bike sat at the dealership for over three months waiting on “painted parts.”

[@rgh622]

I own several HD motorcycles, it's my hobby. The only brand-new Harley I have ever owned was the first one I bought almost 30 years ago (I still own and ride it.). I learned to work on these bikes and the engines when necessary and as preventative maintenance. Learning this skill changed my perspective on bike ownership quite a bit. I ride with friends who have brand new CVOs and those with old bikes, we all enjoy the ride equally regardless of what we paid or what brand we ride. Yesterday, I bought another used Harley from a private party. I did my inspection, test-rode it, and brought it home. On the low end, I estimate I saved over $25K, instead of buying brand new. Love the channel and your points of view, ride safe brother!

[@ImHarrisB]

I don’t own a Harley, I’m an Indian rider. I liked this video for two reasons: -1: I’ve changed several things in my chieftain and have kept all the OEM parts in boxes that the new parts came in. -2: Indian is known for having soft paint and so I have my chieftain coated with a graphene coating, and the pursuit I’m taking delivery of in may will be getting the same treatment asap. I highly recommend nano or graphene coating for anyone who values their bike’s paint… really protects and maintains the original paint

[@Fever_Rides]

I almost bought a CVO last year, but I don’t buy things for the resale value. I buy them because I like them and they serve a purpose. Decided on a SG ST instead. Not quite CVO money, but still enough to worry about the first scratch

[@sonyou98]

2010 BLACK Road King 👑 and I love it. Took it to 12 States, 62 days, 7000 miles. 96" stage 2 tuner and love this BEAST!

[@jamessouthworth1699]

Just having a shiny bike is stressful enough at times. There are times I actually miss the care-free rat bikes I rode for so many years.

[@GixxerFoo]

That's a great point! When you have a rat bike anything that happens to it is just more character anything happens to something shiny that's a lot of money!

[@mhoeij]

Very true! I remember trying out all sorts of stuff in the past, like breaking traction with the throttle in the rain. Lots of fun. But the new bike has 0 scratches on it, and it would be a pity to change that...

[@riv4545]

The simpler, the better. But to each his own.

[@Jonathan-L]

Back in 2020, I saw a nice 96 cubic inch Deluxe for sale. I really wanted it. I told my wife I was keen to get it. I contacted the owner, but he wasn't even willing to communicate (he probably had more issues than Marvel Comics do). Two weeks later a Softail Slim came up for sale ... cheaper! I told the wife I found something better for less (but that didn't impress her). So I ended up with the Slim, a perfect 'daily driver', not a 'garage queen'. The Slim is no rat bike, but I don't worry if I scrape the floorboards or the exhaust. I've got some aftermarket bits on it, and it wouldn't win any prizes in a show contest, but I'm pretty confident it will just stay the way it is forever. Of course, I look after it, but it's a daily workhorse and I'm glad that H-D made this model.

[@goldilocks913]

@@Jonathan-L love my slim! Just like you said, it’s a regular bike and that’s just fine by me!

[@jackscaliajr6452]

Gunslinger Graphics paints the CVO’s, Xtreme Dimension in NJ specializes in CVO paint and the numbered paint sets. Great video as always👍🏻

[@GixxerFoo]

Thanks for the info! I knew they contracted out but I wasn't sure to who these days!

[@ckthompson7928]

I've heard this statement as long as I've been interested in motorcycles , "Harley Davidson motorcycles are for people who are mechanics and mechanically inclined." As I've discovered over almost 25 years of owning and riding different motorcycles, being mechanically inclined is a plus for any motorcycle owner. My Hondas have required just as much maintenance as my Harley and at this point, my Harley runs and rides, my Honda is down beacuse of a running issue that being a pain to find. Bottom line, if you have enough money to keep your bike being taken care of at the dealership then buy whatever you want. When you don't have enough money to have the dealership do your work then you will want to become familiar with it yourself. This channel is great for those who want to learn about servicing and taking care of your bike. Thanks gixerfoo for all you do.

[@ckthompson7928]

@Peter Angles maybe you've never had to deal with any of the mechanical issues of Honda because you don't keep them long enough? It sounds like you had a lot of bikes. What I dislike is that I cannot get any aftermarket performance parts for my Honda VTX1300. No cams, No Big bore kits, and anything that says it fits Honda is about twice as expensive as the same shit that fits Harleys that I have installed on my Honda.. I love Honda,cars and bikes. I've owned more Honda motorcycles than I have Harley's at this point in the game, and no matter what mechanical issues Harley's have they are infinitely rebuildable, performance parts and rebuild kits are plentiful. My Honda "JC" is his name is a wonderful bike plenty of power and performance for a stock bike. But when I got comfortable and used to that performance there were no options for me to go anywhere else except for a jet kit and air cleaner upgrades. I've even gone as far as thinking about buying a used 1300 engine to tear apart and see what performance upgrades I could do with machine work on factory parts, doesn't matter as I would have to have a custom-made camshaft, to take advantage of the bigger ports, or displacement I might add with machine work. I'm not a snob when it comes to my machines I like all makes and models. If you walk around and believe Harley is the only motorcycle to own then you've never ridden a Honda nor have you given them a chance, if you believe that Hondas are the best bikes you ever rode and that Harley's are complete waste of time then it's probably more of the same thing.... When your riding and enjoying the ride whatever machine your on is a good machine. One other question why are you watching Harley videos If you dislike them so much?

[@thetruth156real3]

Buy a Harley, use it, maintain it, strap things to it, ding the paint work, make parts for it, saw lumps off it, drop it, enjoy it,,,,,, or buy a Harley because you’ve seen a few films and have no personality, find out a Harley doesn’t give you a life, then moan about all the things wrong with it, get disgruntled, sell it and go back to bingo and watching generic Hells Angel dramas.👍👍👍

[@ckthompson7928]

Your name says it all brother, The truth. Cause that's it

[@goldilocks913]

Fully agree! I’ve had most motorcycle types and brands in my forty year riding career and the thread that linked them all was l rarely had anywhere to put them apart from a cover, were often my main/only transport and l lost the love/time to endlessly polish the damn thing years ago. My softail slim is coated with scotoil 7/365 protection spray and is washed when l get the chance. I live on a farm and to get from my storage area to the track it’s a mud fest! And then there’s the crap from the UK salt ridden roads on top. It’s a bike not a goddess to worship.

[@rodneyvail2908]

LOL There are alot of posers out there .Movies have sold people on image riding .If you don't see bugs ,chips and scratches you're not riding and if it's not leaking oil it's not a Harley .Got you Thetruth .Well spoken .

[@ckthompson7928]

They don't leak oil like the shovels, but a Harley that doesn't have a little oil under or on it, you want to check and see if it has any oil. The TC and M8 are no exceptions. My friends with 14,000 miles on his 2019 SG already has oil coming from the sending unit. My tc88 seaps around the stator grommet that goes into the primary. That's just a trait of air cooled engines. a Volkswagen air cooled engine that is driven regularly has got small seaps and leaks . Nature of the beast.

[@fulltonefulltone]

@@ckthompson7928 I never had a leak on my Harley. Don't know what you are talking about.

[@tomwebster6747]

In 2016 I upgraded from a 2004 Road King Classic to the CVO Street Glide. Had 2 dealerships fighting for my business and negotiated a sweet deal new for $30k. It’s still a ton of $, but I ride it and love taking care of it. I learned to turn my own wrench for basic maintenance, saving hundreds, and make time for polishing therapy with my riding buds. The first important mod I did was to install rear crash bars to protect the paint. Came in handy the day I tipped over. Have kept all my original parts as light mods were necessary: suspension, exhaust and running lights. Absolutely love this 110 beast. Won’t sell until it’s time for a trike! CVO or bust!

[@kurtisgothreaux3057]

A lot of what you say is true about CVOs regarding paint and such, however, they are not stressful nor a headache to own. Quite the contrary. When I'm on my CVO Limited, my stress level actually goes down because it's such a badass bike and pure pleasure to ride. Everything about it brings joy and fun regardless of if I'm solo or enjoying time with my wife. Honestly, I'll never not own a CVO anymore. That may be the single biggest issue with purchasing one in the first place...

[@TheRoadGlideRider]

I had the first Ultra in 1989. It had a Two Tone paint, Silver/Black. Harley-Davidson only kept the Silver for the first 1000 models sold. They found the cost of the Silver Pearl Paint was higher than the entire Ultra Option. So offered with just Black with the same Red Pin Striping. The Silver on the Tour Pak was a decal. Now, I had a plank fall on my tank in the garage, causing a large dent, in 1993. The Paint was no longer available. But I got lucky. My dealer found a painted tank in stock at another dealer. But, WOW, what a price! But kept it original.

[@davidpasquale8498]

You know somewhere down the road you're going to drop it,lay it down or drop something on it just like anything, hoping nothing like that ever happens, but good old vivid black touch paint for my bike always gets me down the road inexpensively.

[@Brian-mp2mv]

Had a riding partner go out with a group one time... The group was pulling into a rest area, and another biker ran into his CVO Street Glide from behind! Total nightmare to restore and he put more cash in his pocket to rebuild, than he gave for the bike.

[@lpd1snipe]

I'm an old guy and have been riding a long time, as my father and grandfather before me. My father was a Knuckle and Flathead guy and he would always say this about paint jobs. He'd seen more pieces of s*** sold because of a nice paint job and Chrome.

[@frankfurther3828]

And it's the best ones that have the paint that tells a story.

[@jackx4767]

I have a 2010 Ultra CVO. It’s not a pain to keep up. I mainly bought it for the 110 ci engine and the locking bags. The bike is the only vehicle I have so not having to walk around and individually check to make sure that each bag is locked is a real time saver for me vs my old 06 Ultra retired police bike that I had to do that with.

[@Countryboybiker]

My 2015 CVO Street Glide has been a dream to own. The liquid mercury with smoky quartz flame paint scheme is a brilliant completely flake job. It commands attention from everyone. Just like any Harley I’ve owned, I always put money into it. A year ago, some douchebag backed into one side of it, and knocked it completely over. CVO paint jobs are done by Gunslinger. Every painted part save my tank had to be replaced. All of the parts were replaced with a 100 percent matching paint job. Harley now does a better job at replacement. I also bought my CVO used, with very few miles and saved over 10 grand.

[@glenmclendon9209]

Have a #68 of 150 on my FXSTC . A guy in New Whiteland south of Indy painted me a new front fender . Hold it up to the other and you cannot tell the difference .

[@GixxerFoo]

That's awesome! You've got one of the lower numbers too! Anything under 100 on those is a score!

[@quincyfry6569]

First Harley bought this year, 08 CVO Road King and I have zero plans of ever getting rid of it, not because it's a collector item or some BS but I see no reason to get rid of something I already own. The paint is nice, the chrome is nice, the extras are nice...but for me, it comes down to the satisfaction of knowing I have the perfect excuse to NOT need to change all those things out now. I can spend that money on my other bikes that need to stand out from the crowd...and that CVO stands out without any extra needed attention. Means I have more time to ride!

[@freebehindbars8654]

I don’t own a CVO, but can vouch for the paint being an issue. I have a Hard Candy Custom’s(Hot Rod Red Flake) not as limited, but more difficult than a standard color when issues arise. Found someone on EBay that completely changed a low mileage bike and have every part sitting in storage, just in case. I’ve used a bag lid so far.

[@DPapas]

I bought a 2005 CVO Ultra for a great deal. I found the exact paint tins for sale used. (Insurance wrote off the bike). I bought them because I knew I could never match the colour.

[@richardhowren1134]

Once owned a 2014 Heritage Classic CVO. It had a minor fender bender, Really, the front fender obtained a softball sized dent. To replace just the fender after the first year of ownership cost a whopping $3000.

[@anchorsaweigh9893]

I do think CVOs are really nice. Paint exclusivity is why I won’t rebuild a CVO. My issue with Buying a new one isn’t necessarily the price albeit they are ungodly expensive BUT why buy a CVO when you can buy touring bike and put even better parts, better suspension and upgrade to a 122 or 131 and still save like $10k-$15k. Ride safe Amigo 🤙🏽

[@drewp.wiener1205]

Not only are CVO's ridiculously expensive - but every time I look at one I can't help but think they're tacky. It's like the Parts Catalogue threw up all over the bike. I understand the reasoning behind showcasing everything you can do - but there's a difference between doing it well, and making it gaudy.

[@mmcclen9]

The only CVO I've owned is a 2008 Ultra Classic SE model with the 110 SE motor. I bought it from an insurance company auction for $3,950 + auction fees. The fairing was destroyed and the tour-pack was missing. I've rebuilt the bike and it is now a unique Road King, using ebay and craigslist, as well as aftermarket parts. Painted in my shed - not the best; but, I don't worry about the finish, I just ride it. The best CVO is one you can pick-up at auction. Because of the exclusive paint they get totalled pretty much for just tipping over.

[@adamlanglois563]

This right here is a food for thought sandwich 🥪. It hadn’t crossed my minds to try an auction. Thanks for pointing it out.

[@EricMcWhirter]

I'm on my second CVO. So far, I've learned that when it comes to some parts, it's going to be a pain in the ass finding something to fit.

[@chazzcapone.]

2022 CVO Envious Green with Black Hole Fade with Flame Pattern and Gloss Black! Love it and ride all year round🙌🔥 2018 Softail Slim 2008 Softail Deluxe Cholo style

[@JACKHERMAN1947]

It's only a headache if you haven't thought it out before you bought it. I started gathering parts the first year of ownership. Started with the immediate wear areas grips for hand & boot surface rubber on pegs. Got my second seat early in the process as well (I have had 3 all nos one still in box). A mirror failed from vibration at its base after 4-5 years, cost $200 (HD heavyweight dlr.) just to replace it (I was in a panic). Since had found original pair (nos) in box less than $100. Found better HD mirror's to match tribal graphics & more glass for visibility & safety (2 nos sets less than $300). 3 more sets of heat shields on muffler they are vulnerable (2 used 1nos still in box). Original brakes (SUCKED) would not stop bike, CVO member site all agreed dangerous. A member recommended racing brake pads (organic) that did not take the metal down as well. There is nearly 80k and the rear disc is still serviceable (front & rear nos disc's in box). 2007 FXSTSSE Amarillo Gold/Candy Tangerine 1/348 nationwide. Got this bike for my 60th birthday a few months early & had 8? miles on the clock delivered 2/28/07.......by the way, this bike still looks fairly new as told to me. It's stored in a heated facility for the winter here in Pennsylvania. A friend on line in Switzerland with the same bike in Blue cannot keep the chrome on it as it gets 40 below. Think about that for a minute.......The color group for this bike is $4k & the value with 80+ does not make sense. I will park it under a pool table in a sealed container (let your imagination flow) when the time is right for retirement.....then find another one with low mileage.................JDH

[@samguerrero9914]

I'm glad I went with the st series instead all out with the cvo

[@steverodwell2952]

Very interesting, I have a CVO and have kept all original parts I also chose an exhaust system that let me retain the standard exhaust shields that came with the bike as they are satin chrome and I wanted to maintain a stock look.

[@carlosauvinet3510]

Very good video! I do own a 2006 vrod cvo in a yellow color, they only made 500 of these, and I must say I love the bike! It only has 14000 miles on it, I have updated the lights to leds and replaced the screaming eagle exhaust with a pair of TAB non baffled slip ons, the sound is way better. I haven’t had any major problems with it, i did replace the gas tank with an aftermarket 5.5 gallon tank instead of the 3 gallon that came with it. It’s always been serviced exclusively at the Harley dealership. And you are right as far as retaining more if it’s value. My bike is 17 years old and still worth around 16,000 dollars, brand new it was 32,000. I don’t intend to sell it ever

[@Cherokie89]

The mythical bike that both holds its value and is ridiculously cheaper used

[@robbyclark6915]

I have a friend who’s only bike is a cvo street glide with the 110 and that bike gets ridden maybe 10 times a year? Maybe? He has gone from a guy who rode all the time to a guy afraid to get his bike dirty.

[@chrismartin6544]

Just do what I did buy a gently used CVO I got my 2005 with 17k miles for$8500 I have owned it for almost 2 years and have no issues. Knock on wood lol

[@GixxerFoo]

You got a screamin deal on that bike! That's got the 103 in it, and that's actually a pretty hot 103 compared to the later production version that came out!

[@thomasborger6548]

​@@GixxerFoo I'm intereted in how that 103 is hotter as I will be doing my 2005 anemic 88 up

[@davidminjares9556]

Very well said !! Like I said a while ago I bought a 2007 cvo roadking my first Harley and had so many things going bad on the engine,, first was head gasket leak , cylinder bolts we’re getting hot and stretched causing leakes then the fly wheel , then the gear shift rod , they had the bike for over a month then a guy from Harley factory said I modified it and he will come down to see it and sure enough it was all stock so lucky my warranty covered it all and this all happened within 22,000 miles I love the 110 and would like to buy another one but not the 2007

[@jameswilliams1111]

I bought a used 2020 cvo street glide. The color is sand dune so far the aftermarket color match for front fender and king tour is spot on. The tour pack came from advanblack. And the front fender came from knock works. The previous owner added air ride front and rear from dirt air. And a center stand from SOB. 12" mini apes. Sony 7000 head unit with amp, speakers and dps. I wish he wouldn't of replaced the radio. I had to get it redone it was like a wiring rescue. Thus winter I got it ceramic coating on it. It's a very clean and rideable bike.

[@johnsb1550]

Great advice, as always...I personally, try to keep every single part I remove, I know this might sound crazy but some Twin Cam parts are becoming EXTREMELY DIFFICULT to find. Ask me how I know 😌.

[@fearsomename4517]

I'd like to own a CVO but the Motor Company priced it out of my range. I think Gunslinger does all the paint for these limited models. Great content.

[@pablopineda8817]

Hey, keep up the good work, your videos are truly great. I have a shop in santo domingo and been riding for 50 years now and your insight of harleys is very welcomed congrats.

[@batonrougeauto]

Had Xtreme Dimensions Custom Motorcycles match my CVO perfectly

[@d1mennis]

You are absolutely correct on all counts. You can buy a Lexus, Mercedes, Audi etc... for less money! All things considered you'd have to be nuts to buy one. Buy a stock bike and get a custom paint job, motor work and add all your accessories for less!

[@donwaltman4276]

I just can't spend that kind of money for the paint and stereo. Would rather spend it on engine upgrades and suspension and drivetrain and,,and,, and. You know what I mean. Great video Gixx, see you next time!

[@GixxerFoo]

Great point! I am the same way, buy a Special and get into the engine and suspension if you're gonna spend 52K!

[@richardsmith5738]

Yep, I agree. For a brief moment last year I was considering a CVO. That 2020 CVO limited was calling my name. But it didn't take long for me to come to my senses. I started thinking about all the little dings and scuffs on my current bike that come from just riding the thing. I'd be too scared to ride a CVO.

[@jimedward8908]

Never thought about these issues, good info!

[@jplav2952]

Even when you buy a Harley Davidson and somebody puts their own paint job on it they don't realize how much money they lost 😂

[@brucesantacory1390]

2008 i was manager of Southampton Harley in Massachusetts and the CVO Dyna came out, i wanted that bike in the worst way, when they came in i had my techs put em together ASAP i was buying the blue one, i'm 5ft 11inches i sat on it and NOPE !!! i couldn't reach the forward controls and there were no kits to change them in anyway, ended up cause i was wanting a different bike from my 2005 FXDC and i ended up buying a 2006 leftover Softail Deuce.

[@chrish5791]

Considering that 5’11” is at, or above average height for a male in this Country Harley wasn’t very savvy in their placement of those controls. I’m 5’10” and find the forward controls on my ‘06 Dyna Wide Glide almost out of my comfort range, but acceptable. I think I’m getting taller though with age as it seems to be further to the ground every time I have to bend over to put my socks on. Enjoy your ride.

[@_hitmn_]

I purchased a 2017 CVO Prostreet Breakout brand new in 2018 the candy red, black and brown striped color and had a guy hit the back of fender one time in a parking lot. I remember the dealership here in Australia had to get one ordered from the U.S and i waited 6 weeks for it. I guess lucky it was still a current model and maybe they had spares or the ability to get the appointed painters to make more.

[@RevJay_Rides]

Last year, I paid off my 2021 Ultra Limited and then bought a Pan America. I had planned to try and pay that off too and then trade both bikes for a CVO. However, I had some trouble on my house and wound up needing some of the money I thought I was going to use for my bikes on fixing my house issues. I’m kind of glad all that came up because it caused me to stop and think about whether I really want a CVO or not. When it was all said and done I chose to upgrade to a 2022 Ultra Limited on the last day of 2022 (because I got a better deal) and I did some upgrades, like a Stage 3 (122). I believe I’ve made the right decision because I ride way too much to own a CVO. I ride about 23k miles per year. I can’t imagine the hit I would take in a year with that many miles on a CVO, not to mention all the potential scratches, etc…

[@williamjohnson6517]

The same with CVOs is the anniversary bikes . My brother in law loves the 100th anniversary 2003. He has the Deuce and ULTRA Classic. Thing is he had a low side on the Deuce when a woman suddenly braked in front of him half way through a intersection. Now hes trying to get a tank ( few dents ) handlebars ect . I fixed the primary case and cover for him . Finding special parts is a pain in the butt .Not to mention EXPENSIVE! 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇺🇲👍

[@CVO_GUY]

I've currently got my 2106 CVO at the Harley dealership for the M8 water pump install. The dealer's delivery driver complimented me on the beautiful paint job on the bike and that he "hasn't seen many that look that good". Now I'm a little nervous even though as you suggested I did take a bunch of pictures. Good video by the way.

[@GixxerFoo]

Thanks for sharing! The paint usually lasts forever if you take care of it, I've some used and abused CVO's. It's hard to imagine someone not taking care of one but it does happen.

[@kerrymcclure7503]

I would like to see that 2106. I can't believe it's got any M8 engine I thought by then they'd be all electric.😂😂. Just kidding. Ride safe.

[@CVO_GUY]

@@kerrymcclure7503 Damn, you caught me. I thought I'd made a mistake before but was mistaken but now you know.

[@theslowride66]

Me Personally As a High end Detailer that specializes in Harley Davidson. People don't think to protect their investment BEFORE it gets messed up . No, Quality Detailing is not going to save you in a wreck. But ,If& or when you go to resell your detailed bike will hold its value better. I had a guy who bought a fully decked out CVO bagger & spent another $10,000.+ on accessories who freaked out when I told him if it was BRAND NEW a Wax job would be $300 & up .Ceramic coatings (NOT F~11) only work on paint & cost much, much more(cheaper in the long run). Typically what I get is a 10~ 20 year old bike that has not been loved on & then they want it done cheap, No such thing!! upwards of 60 to 100 hours of labor goes into restoring the Cosmetic Maintenance of your investment.

[@wrtoomes600]

CVO is so beautiful!

[@GixxerFoo]

Yeah, they are everything thrown at them. I can't say I wouldn't own one if I had the coin for one.

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

I'm all one for encouraging people to live their own life, to do "their own thing", to be "who they want to be". At least, I thought I was. $52k for a bike? Sorry, but I start to run into questions that pertain to a person's morality, at that point. It's a motorcycle. It's not a new tractor for the community farm, it's not a deposit on your kid's first home or payment for their college fees. It's just a motorcycle. It's not a used yacht or a Beechcraft Bonanza, it's a motorcycle. No doubt, I'll cop some flak for this, but come on, surely you can see how I'm challenged by this. $52,000 for a motorcycle. Wow.

[@carlbruhn1772]

I was just in a local dealership that had an Anniversary model sitting at the front of the store with a sold tag hanging it.

[@joejohnson2447]

I bought a used cvo and changed everything about except the paint. No regrets!

[@hd_couple_4380]

Interesting...i actually think the opposite. I have a 2014 CVO Deluxe which is not a common CVO. After about 6 years of ownership I got rear ended, went to the dealer and they told me they can get the rear fender but it may take up to two months. 3 weeks later they called me and told me they had the part, i was shocked to see it nicely wrapped in that white packing material. After the fender got replaced i thought one of the main reasons to own a CVO is if any of your tins get ruined its much easier to get the tins from the dealer (yeah that rear fender was about $900) then getting a new part and getting it custom painted (if you have a custom paint job). Also, last month i got hit by a rock which left a nice chip on my front fender, and i was able to get the touchup paint kit and included both colors (i had to get the clear seperate)

[@Santi_Mancini]

After 3 HDs I wouldn’t trade my 2028 CVO Street Glide for nothing in this World…and if I have to pay a certain price for the exclusivity of riding a different bike I do it with big pleasure! Ride on! 🏁🏍️💨

[@bruceblackerby3742]

The more I learn about Harleys, the more it seems that the base models are made with mediocre parts, the aim being for an owner to spend money on upgrades. I was amused by a comment I read a while back that said you could probably build a better Harley without using ANY Harley parts. I'm riding a 2008 Fat Bob. Pretty happy with it. Done a few upgrades. Viking bags, V&H Super Radius exhaust, Dyna touring seat, CVO tach, HD windscreen, HD oil cooler. I can't see spending a fortune on a new HD. Maybe an older bagger at some point for longer distances. But a CVO? No.

[@recklessrt]

I have a 2017 CVO Street Glide. I put a Stage 4 on it, bumping it up to 117. That incuded a heavy-duty clutch. I put a Bassani two to one free flow exhaust system on it. The shocks have been upgraded. And since the warranty was up, it got a non-Harley tune. Finally I dropped the bike twice so I got a new fairing fascia. We had to send in the VIN to corporate. Harley corporate then sent the dealer a new custom fascia painted up by Gunslinger's in Golden Colorado. The dealer had to send back the damaged fascia to corporate. In addition when I bought the bike I ordered a custom tour pack that was painted up by Gunslinger's. It looks great and perfectly matches the bike's paint scheme of red and black. As to original parts, I could care less. Of late, Ive been contemplating a zipper cam. I bought this bike originally with no re-thought of resale.

[@rsanchez5676]

Dealers don’t even want to take one in on trade because it’s a lose lose situation.

[@Big88Country]

I have a 17 CVO Ultra and I've changed a lot of stuff on the bike, but I have saved everything that came off the bike, even the windscreen.

[@GixxerFoo]

That's the way to do it right there! I've passed on CVO's where they didn't have the tour pack or the windshield before.

[@Rollie396]

Bought a beautiful 07 cvo rk with a completely destroyed engine. Now I got it for a song and found a later model 110 to freshen up and put in it. The intention was to flip it,but my wife fell in love with it and so it’s now hers. I really hate the stock bags,so I found a set of black hard bags for it and tried to call it good…….nope. After being told to forget it by a bunch of painters,I found a fella 3 hrs away that wasn’t scared and $1200 later I had a beautifully matched set of bags including the flame graphic. It’s fantastic now and it should have come from the factory like this.

[@ronripley9197]

Yeah. And if you live in Canada you can add about 35% more to that $52,000 as the Canadian dollar is trading about 73 cents against one US dollar! That $52,000 suddenly turns into 70,200 CDN plus PDI and then our wonderful 15% sales tax so my new HD CVO is around $81K out the door. And we can only drive it 6 months out of the year. Ouch!!!!

[@GixxerFoo]

I saw a video where someone in Taiwan found that new CVO in the only Harley dealer in the country, $125K USD... mind blown!

[@frankfurther3828]

Great vid. CVO equals: park don't ride. You are buying a road-going vehicle subject to wear on the finish. Just like your Rover. With a Harley, you are already paying for the highest quality paint (historically) with any US-built model. Don't bend over further to pay money that you will never see again, for a CVO. Any model HD will hit 105+ MPH regardless of price or cubic inches or bling.

[@Charger1908]

Thanks, I hadn’t really thought about that with CVO’s. I guess then I’ll make my own custom bike. I just built a 131 engine in my 2020 Triglide. Harley said you couldn’t do it, oh well I did.

[@danlonick800]

They're nice but I prefer getting a standard version because the first thing I do is modify ... everything!

[@xrick76tube]

CVOs have the tire valve caps and they look amazing on my Nightrain! Lol

[@GixxerFoo]

CVO bikes do have a lot of trick one off parts, that's another issue that comes up if something gets damaged.

[@gregkistner1955]

Good information as always! Don't have to worry about getting Any New CVO bikes. Can't afford them anyway!

[@HDR20]

The blue, white and gold softail you showed is at my dealer. The CVO is getting crazy expensive and not worth it in my book

[@northrider8628]

People always tell me I should change the pipes on my bikes and I never have on any of them 🙃 funny thing is they still work just fine 🙂

[@feloniousmonk3049]

I'm with you on this. Even riders with loud pipes don't get seen by motorists until it's too late. May as well put a yellow strobe light on your helmet so them MIGHT still see you, but with all the sound systems in cars and Apple earbuds playing music for drivers, you still need to ride like you're invisible. Stock pipes, still on my 2018 Sport Glide, and no intention of changing them, they work just fine.

[@jeffreyengle2762]

I love my stock vivid black and chrome…. Thing is, if you ride them, you will get scratches, dings and dents….. I call it personality.

[@jerrykruse8807]

Great content for someone looking for a CVO or now in my case never wanting one. Thanks

[@GixxerFoo]

They are beautiful bikes but you gotta consider daily riding and the things that comes with that like rock chips from trucks and everything that can happen out there.

[@zzanatos2001]

I traded my Harley for a Yamaha FJR1300, and it was a great decision. Now I have a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 4-cylinder with shaft drive and anti-lock brakes that makes 149 horsepower with no modifications.

[@bradwilliams4921]

If I could afford a CVO I wouldn’t change a thing on it.

[@kevincraig8257]

the only thing I changed on mine is the bars and windshIeld and the levers to adjustable ones

[@semperfipar1299]

So, in the insurance world does the paint total the bike in a post accident repair?

[@thinman8621]

Have never owned a motorcycle that has not ended up falling down. For me, CVO -- admire from a distance.

[@genebulford8636]

Bought a 2007 ultra sreaming eagle about 3 years ago been a great bike, we love it, paint job is fantastic

[@chrisl.7345]

I have NEVER EVER had a Harley I kept stock,.. it’s half of having a Harley wrenching it to atoms and put it back again in the way you want it,..and THEN ride it knowing you have been all over every spinning thing and detail 👍🏻 THAT is being a Biker to me 😉✊🏻🛠☠️

[@ecrusch]

When that lotto ticket comes in, I'm getting that drop-dead beautiful green one that came out for 2022.

[@alanquintus2069]

I just did an involuntary back flip. 52k for ONE bike! They'll have to survive without me

[@GenX-er]

Screw that! 2006, I bought my last new Harley (Road King Standard) after getting hit on my mechanically perfect 2000 Fatboy with 69,000 miles on EVO that was totaled. I love my Harleys but there’s too many other excellent bikes out there and preowned is primo! I recently bought a 2007 FXSTS CVO with 110 cubic inch, at 20k it’s now leaking oil at the right-side, lower rear of front head, looks like a common prob, but better gaskets now surround a dowel pin and prevents leaking in most cases. I guess I’ll find out soon, for now I’m riding. The fuel pump also died but no biggy and not too bad to diy in about 2 hours for $100 or so. The bike is excellent! The 110 Springer feels and drives like a hot rod! Legends shocks next, under fame oil cooler (she runs hot af for real)… then find a late model, low mileage preowned bagger!

[@mikec1254]

I have owned 4 Harleys in my lifetime all brand new. I could never justify the cost of a CVO I keep them a long time and maintain better then the dealer would. I still have 2 of them my 92 FXSTC I will never sell that one. in 2020 I sold my 06 ultra with 145,000 miles. And Bought a 2020 Road Glide LTD the wife said it is more comfortable then the 06. I like my 06 better then RG. I do own a KTM 1290 SA, Honda XR650L and a Yamaha FJR I don't like to sell my motorcycles I do ride them all. Just my .02

[@northerniltree]

Like a trophy wife on wheels, you trade your peace of mind for glamour. Temptation rules mere humans.

[@sheanbrown9940]

Great Info, left out the lifter roller failure on most all 110s

[@jonhopkins1284]

What years was the lifter failure?

[@samslade739]

I've often felt that this not only applies to CVOs but also anniversary or special editions. How many times have we seen "Anniversary" editions for sale that have aftermarket pipes, wheels, bars, and various other accessories on it? Hence, it is no longer and a special edition.

[@GixxerFoo]

That's an excellent point! They also use limited edition pain which is just that and that's all there is too.

[@feloniousmonk3049]

Tell that to the people that go and buy new El Diablo's, and then modify the crap out of them. I'm thinking Million $ Ding Dong.

[@heep34987yt]

I would pay $52K for a CVO before I would pay $52K for a diamond ring.

[@seandziewik-1980]

I used to work at Calibre, I did 2005 through 2020 CVO paint. Very hard to fix, I can do them

[@GixxerFoo]

Really?! That's awesome! I hope you're advertising that as much as you can! There's a market out there, especially since you been there and done that!

[@timnevitt2993]

i have owned two cvo s they where nice but i hated not being able to customize. but do hold resale valve. i just traded in my 2019 cvo street glide for a 2022 road glide st even up

[@Frank-mt4qf]

Love this guy. Very cool videos. Good Info.

[@cameronpiper877]

If I want a 90’s evo, and I’m stepping up from the 96 xl1200, what’s the best year make and model evo bike, for reliability , hp, and torque? In your opinion?? Thanks

[@GixxerFoo]

90's Evo, 1992 and later is really good. Inner cam bearing really needs to be swapped from the INA back to torrington. 50 to 60 horse and 70 torque roughly with exhaust, air cleaner and jet kit. With a bolt in cam 75 horse and about 80 torque.

[@hunteroftruth4986]

Based on what you said in the video I am thinking those of us who like traditional looking Harleys should buy used and if we want something unique take our bikes to someone like Martin Brothers in TX and then we will have something that is one of one! And save a shit load of cash!

[@jeffreystorer4966]

Each to their own I guess I'd rather not have a nice paint job to worry about ,that new CVO price out of control

[@rjftransport2682]

Ive a Cvo Limited and dont sweat all those rhings. It was made, built,painted once, theres someone who can do it again.

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Wow I paid 10 grand for my first home in the the mid-seventies and it was a nice home.. My second home in the one I live in now 40 years here.. granted i rebuilt it ground up .. twenty years ago .. but I only paid 20 for it .... I guess times are a Changing ... 🤔

[@rjonesii976]

My 2018 FLHTKSEANV 117 CVO 115th ANNIVERSARY ELECTRAGLIDE LImited cost $50,000 otd. This year’s will cost someone $60K otd. The 117” “four-head” motor is the first HD I did not feel the need to hop up. Bought my 1978 FXS Low Rider new for $4,200 otd. How times have changed

[@Markotto09]

$52K for a bike that looks like a 70’s Honda.

[@GixxerFoo]

Yeah that old Honda color on the Gold Wing from the 80's looks waaaay too close that new anniversary edition Harley!

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

@@GixxerFoo can you imagine what the hell happens when somebody walks up to this guy and tells him what a beautiful old Goldwing he has?

[@e.l.9589]

Do you buy to enjoy the ride, or as a no return investment?

[@catesg]

You convinced me, no CVO for me.

[@cwfella]

OOf! Prices have gone WAY up since I bought my two in 2011! I thought 36k was outrageous then!

[@gunshipgray4295]

Some paint sets I agree…. But others I do not…..I have a 2018 SG CVO in Gunship Gray…….Gunship Gray is now a standard widely used paint set so my bike isn’t worth any more than it was and I can now get the paint set much easier now that it’s a standard color…..so I don’t worry about that…..I bought the bike to ride it and enjoy it on a daily basis…….not for it to sit in the garage and be a hanger queen…….I also kept all the stock parts that came off the bike when I modified it slightly….this way when and if I ever sell it I can give the new owner all the stock parts…..chances are though I’ll never sell the bike as long as I’m riding a two wheeler….I’ll only sell it when I need a trike ….and then who cares…..it won’t be worth much by then anyway……unless Harley goes out of business…..then maybe it’ll become a collectors item at some point in history….😂😂 until then I’m going to ride the crap out of it and not worry about it….

[@radimmitt]

My 09 CVO ultra is my bike. Resale isn’t an issue because it is staying where it’s at.