I Finally DID it! MY NEW BIKE!

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[@MattLaidlaw]

Nice John. Congrats man. I’d like to see a stage 4 as your first upgrade. 😁

[@aldavis904]

Ya Matt all in right.....👊🙏🇺🇸

[@fililoboesparza5784]

Matt.. I suggested John with a Stage 1 then Bars. You said Stage 4.. Go big or go home..lol

[@davecuquet6708]

Congrats John . Really like that bike !!! Like those bags to

[@LOLewie]

Laidlaw Harley donates a stage iv kit for johns channel! What an awesome collab idea. Lollll

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks man! Stage 4 is definitely on my mind....

[@08StreetGlide]

John.....repeat after me......there are no "old man" bikes.....just some more comfortable than others.....

[@TheHarleyTech]

True story.

[@jackyp2192]

Amen, brother!

[@wcraiderevo8078]

I am 51 with a 97 Heritage Softail Classic approaching 50k miles. I have more miles on this body of mine. Love that statement. I ride this bike like the old metrics I use to own. #FastAndFurious

[@BlockheadMoto]

Grats on the new bike man! Had the bug for it since our trip to Cocoa right? haha Looking forward to see what you do w it! 🤘🏼

[@billmetal]

An old man bike? An old man bike? Wait....I am 51...yep ....oh crap your right lol!

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha

[@donsvideos1985]

me too.. I have an 02 "chromed out" Heritage and a 15 SGS also Chromed out..I love them both!

[@MakoVette]

58 here and my FXDLS is my daily commuter bike. I can confirm that black is the fastest color after all :D

[@flyonawall6521]

When I heard him call it an old man bike I was like wait what?! It isn't an old man.....yeah, yeah it is an old man bike. damn.

[@randyhutchinson9910]

Billmetal I'm 56, and ride a Knight Rod special, and a RoadKing, haulin ass, saves lives

[@stevepick9527]

Nice bike John! I'd go for the bars (comfort) and pipes (safety). As for "old mans bike" I'm 69 and love my chrome (more visible to cages) least that's what I used as an excuse to spend on all those chrome parts! lol

[@ashten92]

I also see your catching up to Adam Sandoval.congrats on 70k subscribers!

[@Motonewbrider]

God dam it I didn’t get a chance to blab about this on social media - anyway sick bike fella. Moto “keepasecret” rider.

[@TheHarleyTech]

You can blab away now buddy! Good job on the 24 hour secret!

[@kennyshepherd8311]

No need to take the Lords name in vain!

[@GreatEgret]

Pipes are important, but comfort is most important. Go with the bars first. Sick bike! One may be in my garage someday.

[@offroadracer99]

nice bike. I used a lot of the info in your videos to purchase my 2018 Harley street glide.

[@bobtranquilli9985]

I have the same bike! I found the overall quality of the Tour-pak very disappointing ---returned it to the dealer before I even mounted it on the bike.

[@youmustbethistall5861]

If it's a $$ thing before Paris, bars first as you'll want the comfortable position for the long haul. Congrats.

[@HD2O13XL12OOC]

I'd be surprised if he does the upgrades before the Paris ride...

[@alanbriggs2263]

I've got one of these bikes. I'm interested in your opinion that the higher bars are more comfortable.

[@youmustbethistall5861]

Hey Alan; I was simply referencing John's preference for comfort with higher bars. Rider triangles differ slightly depending on the rider.

[@ejakeway]

Really looking forward to the potential video of how to break in a harley! Can't wait to see how the channel goes with a possible build series!

[@4-n52]

Agreed since we just saw the video on how not to break in a new Harley😎

[@HarleyDayRider]

I think the first thing would be handlebars because you have a long ride coming up? That is a great looking bike. But hey don't say that touring bikes are for old people. I don't feel old and just got an RGU. My wife and I tour and it makes the most sense for us. Ride Safe. And I can't wait to see the bike with the touring pack installed.

[@jasonbennett3956]

Why did you pick the Heritage Softail over the road king or the street glide just curious

[@bradleyfox7986]

Congrats John I just bought an 18 cvo sg myself because of your videos. So happy for you. I did handle bars and d&d exhaust with stage 4 right off the bat. But for long haul bars first bro

[@TheHarleyTech]

Nice bike ya picked out!

[@darcyjousset6615]

Agree I would go bars first. Specially if you’re heading out to Paris. Also dude 2018 CVO SG such a sexy bike. What colour did you get it in?

[@road_king_dude]

Congrats on the new CVO bro. Also congrats on being wealthy. Rich. Loaded.

[@bradleyfox7986]

I bought the dark denim

[@PachuStrauss]

Man, I'm so happy for you. The feeling of owning one of these must have no comparison. I visited my first Harley dealership yesterday (There are none where I live) and thought to myself "Boy, I wish John worked here". But of course, being in Lima and thousands of miles away from Chattahoochee, that seemed like a far stretch. Anyways, first time I saw a Fat Boy in the flesh (My first love ever since The Terminator II), and right then and there I knew it..."She will be mine, oh yeah...she will be mine"

[@timmurphy2825]

They are very different in person. Wish you well in seeking to aquire a HD. It's like no other motorcycle.

[@georgeshotrodbarn2113]

John that was a good choice I bought a heritage in 2002 and will have it till the day I die that is the type of bike a heritage is. every time I go to the dealer they ask if its for sell and I tell them NO. I am looking at buying a new limited but the heritage will always be with me. when I road the bike to work for the first time the guys said it was an old mans bike also at that time I was 44 so I told them it a good thing I was old enough to qualify. the other bikes are like a one night stand but a heritage is you second wife. good luck.

[@donsvideos1985]

Same for me George. I gave an 02 Heritage also.. I have had other bikes along the way but the 02 Heritage is still with me! Luxury Blue with all kinds of stuff including what they are now calling the freight train headlight nacelle. gives it a unique look.. People look at it and often can't put their finger on what is different!

[@georgeshotrodbarn2113]

Don mine is black with a carburetor and a lot of chrome stock expect for pipes and jets it run to good to start working on the engine.

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Id definitely leave the windshield for the road trip. Less beat up, but I ride a bagger cuz i’m old, haha....been thru all the non baggers first already. But technically youre on a bagger, just no radio....yet. Anyway, congrats on the new bike, its sweet! Mufflers first.

[@QALibrary]

very nice bike and very well filmed and edited

[@Games.Gadgets.Sports]

@johnmaxwell have u noticed your speedometer getting moisture inside on certain days?

[@paulhd9535]

Sound, It needs better exhaust noise, then up it to stage 2. Congrats John on your awesome Harley. Been binging on your videos for past few days. Enjoyed everyone of them. You and Matt make a great team.

[@joeglenn7323]

"I had a friend describe it once." LOL Thanks to all of the KZbinrs that provide the info to guide all the rest of us. Really appreciate your channel, Matt Laidlaw, Blockhead, Bike N' Bird, Dan Dan the Fireman, Etc. I ended up on a 2018 Road Glide "Old Man" (You know the one with chrome). A lot of it had to do with wind management. I tried a Street Glide with several different windshields and while buffeting got better as the windshield got higher I still had issues when I was looking through the windshield. Tried the Road Glide and the issue was non-existent. Really love this bike. I've had it for maybe 2 1/2 months. She's about to have to go in for the 5000 mile service. Gonna ride it 'til shes's old and tired. Like you, I had a trip planned and needed to get my 1000 mile service done before riding the Blue Ridge Parkway. The ealer suggested that I be as close to 1000 miles as possible. Got a few 150 mile rides in on the mountains near me. Also rode 200 miles on back roads to get BBQ, Scott's BBQ in Hemingway, SC (and add some miles) at varying speeds.Rolled into the dealer for service with 996 miles in the odometer.

[@tomdillon363]

when it pulls to the left you have to switch to your right hand for a few months... congrats on the new bike, John! you're gonna love that M8! really happy for you. loved your coverage of the dealer show and your channel rocks!

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

NOICE!! I think my next harley (if I can ever afford it) will be a heritage classic.

[@moustachemike7128]

Wait hold the phone !!!!! You used a Trash Can...holy crap.....lol

[@TheHarleyTech]

Haha, everyone was gone for the day. No one to clean up after me...

[@KevinderKinderen]

I am really looking forward to your comments on break-in. I hear so many "my friend the mech says..." Also, I'm running a 14UL and 18RKS. The RKS is my platform to play with. It's running stage 4 and I went ahead and replaced the head pipes which I think I heard you say you were considering? It will be great to hear what a mechanic has to say about his own new bike, warranties, and how he thinks about upgrades. I feel like I'm taking a bit of a risk with the RKS but even after the head pipe change my shop (I love my shop) swapped out a bad voltage regulator with no questions about the warranty. Just did it. I'm a little surprised you didn't go with a touring bike. I love the Softails - my first HD was a Fat Boy. I suppose it is how you plan to use the bike. I (possibly wrongly) consider the Softails as a commuting and occasional long haul bike where the touring bikes are the road bikes. Finally, I'd really enjoy hearing what you think about what "my friend the mech says..." Maybe a show on debunking or confirming comments in the wild or maybe just one per show? I've recently changed my style of riding a bit and I'm not sure if I'm doing good or bad for the bikes. Where I'd normally cruise between say 1800 and 2500 RPM I'm now riding between 3000 and 4500 RPM. The RKS seems to like it but the UL maybe not so much. After riding about 16 years now, you'd think things like this wouldn't still be bugging me. And yes, the change was due to a friend who's "friend the mech says" it is good for the bike. Many thanks for the down to earth videos.

[@TimsAvatar]

Congratulations brother! I’m happy for ya! You deserved that bike! That bike is perfect for you, congrats again!

[@jimrideshd8832]

It is so great to see you basking in the glow of buying a new bike. Very happy for you. Before going on your trip, I think adding crash bars with highway pegs would be the way to go. Safety and comfort first and they will save you the heartache the first time you lose your footing on. a wet parking lot and tip over. With such a long ride ahead of you, I am a little surprised you did not get one of the Glides (Street or Road). But, then, I am on old guy who loves his 2016 billet silver Road King - art work you can ride.

[@TheChrisLourens]

Congrats dude! I hope you have great and safe miles! Just arrived back from a great weekend trip on mine (1500kms). Never missed a beat

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Christopher!

[@rosie4068]

First thing, handlebars, comfort on that long ride to Paris, TX is important for the shoulders

[@moose3971]

Congrats on the new bike, it is a beauty. I noticed you put you vapor in the saddle bag, word to the wise, make sure it is off when doing this, I thought I turned mine off one day in a rain storm, well, I did not, apparently the button was being pushed, and burned all the fluid out of it, also melted the inside of the tank out, very dangerous, lol. I can relate to the not being old enough stage, when I was 28 I bought an 06 RK, now at 40 I went with the Geezer bike, 2018 Ultra Limited. No worries on the break-in, ride it like you stole it, LMAO.

[@TheHarleyTech]

All sorts of good tips!

[@vh8765]

John Maxwell, More words of wisdom is to put the damn thing down altogether LOL. I quit smoking back in January. Best thing I’ve ever done for myself.

[@saddle8bag]

Good practical choice. The top box is a good first mod. I'd save the pipes and handlebars until after your long trip. Neither will make that easier or more enjoyable. Without your windscreen, apes at extended highway speeds will make you regret the day you were born. Cute for bar hopping, but not meant for travel. In lieu of white walls, I'd love to see someone do up those rims with a "Stripe it All" glow in the dark white tape. I am curious if losing the windscreen firms up the front suspension any. It seemed kinda flaccid to me and the other Softies I've ridden didn't. Might have just been the particular bike I was on.

[@WolverineX1996]

Congrats for the new great looking bike brother

[@Vbeast]

I knew it! Great choice! Hard break in those piston rings. I love telling people I only do hard break in’s. They get all defensive, then I have to explain how heat and pressure expands the rings so they will seat properly. People are surprised when I show, or tell them the manufacturer has already red lined the engine on a dyno before they even bought it. Any way, you know this already. Totally excited....and a bit jealous of your new ride. First thing first, pipes!

[@Butch7784]

Congats brother!!!! Ring the bell!

[@TheRustyGarageandHomestead]

Pipes. Full pipes. Something obnoxiously loud.

[@jackyp2192]

It’s a great day in any mans life when he rides home his new Harley. You were like a kid in a candy store, love it!. Congratulations, John, I’m riding to Paris from California, hope to see you there!

[@GarryFullerSr]

Great Bike. Nothing like the excitement of getting a New Bike. Been riding since 1964. 250 Zundapp, 650 Triumph, and then H.D. Bought my 1st new Bike Jan. 2017. Been riding Ultras for 20 plus years, needed something a little lighter due to leg Surgeries. Got a 2017 S.G.S. and put a Tour pak on it. Its lighter, center of gravity is lower and its lower to the ground. LOVE it. Wish I could go to Paris H.D. with you. Good Luck on the trip and on breaking the record.

[@DCyclemoto]

Congrats! I just upgraded to the Sport Glide. The M8 107 is awesome and I am having tons of fun on a bigger bike.

[@genesasser2855]

Couldnt be happier with my Sport Glide. Not many sold around here.

[@DCyclemoto]

Charles Sasser fun fun bike!

[@ltunedkc]

I've always liked the Sport Glide but last couple of times I've been to the dealer they don't even have one.

[@DCyclemoto]

ltunedkc The dealership I bought from had two but not the color I wanted. Ordered me a black one. Hope you get the chance to ride one!

[@Embarq007]

I’ve got a 2000 FLSTC (yes an old man bike) it’s got about 68,000 miles on it. I know it’s low mileage but I’ve got a couple other bikes that I ride as well. But it is absolutely my favorite bike to ride, many 600 mile days on this bike. I’ve ridden the same bike you bought on a demo ride. Massive improvement. But until I get a windfall I’m keeping my bike. The first thing you need to do is the proper break in, then you need to get rid of that horn from Yamaha. Then of course you can go through the pipes and the bars and get the heel toe shifter. Excellent choice!

[@chadmock5883]

Congratulations. I got the twisted cherry version of your bike. You can’t get any better of a ride and handling. Safe trip and enjoy the new ride. You’ve earned it.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Thanks Chad!

[@chrismahler3925]

Congrats on the new bike!! Nice choice!! I went from an a 06 1200 custom to a 14 Slim in 2015. Loved it, but wasn't friendly for 2up, and my daughter got the HD bug this year. Had test rode a heritage 107 that I really liked but ended up on a 09 Road King instead. Minimum 200km round trip if I rode to the next town over,and alot of 500km+, the touring made more sense. I wanted my kid to be as comfy as she could be. First things to do....bars and stage 1. Make it fit right, and more fun to ride!! Safe riding, I'm going to have to swing up and drop you off some canadian dealer shirts next time I'm down in Georgia.

[@wattsmichaele]

Nice ride and color. First thing. Very FIRST. Pipes!!! Fishtails. True two into two fishtails. No crossover tube. Old school. Better sound. Insignificant horsepower gain or loss. The power commander is waste of money. The ECU will adapt. Second, put on a low restriction dry air filter. It will run and sound great. Leave the windshield. It’s not old man style. It will save you from bugs and road crap. Plus you can go without a helmet or if you are in a state with helmet law you can wear a piss pot helmet. So much more comfortable. Full face helmet on a HD looks goofy anyway. If you’re worried about risk then get a convertible. Ride on brother!

[@Willie_MN]

Congrats John! A VERY nice score! What would we suggest you do first all depends on timing and what your budget is. If the Engine has gone through the "Break-in" process, Engine/HP mods would be a good choice! If you do not have the "Break-in" done, I'd look at the Bars and other items that will make your time in the Saddle (Saddle being one) more comfortable. Regarding the Stage 4... it is often said the Modified Engines do NOT make power until you hit the higher RPM range, this is true. It is also true that you do not need the max HP/Torque all the time. My FLHX has had a thing or two done to it. If I need the max HP/Torque (for passing or a good time messing with the "Donor Cycle" riders mind while going down the highway) I drop it a few gears and open the Throttle. One of my riding friends says I'm short shifting because of how fast I crank thru the gears. I keep it between 3,500 and 6+ RPM and, in this case, the "bigger" Cam(s) work wonderfully! More SMILES per Mile(s)! They are not for everyone... if you plan on turning 1500 - 3000 RPM's all the time, do NOT do it!!! Put some pastel colored Streamers on the Bar Ends and... ah shit, I'm just messing with some of the readers. Keep up the GREAT work John!!! Thank you for doing what you do to make this a GREAT Channel!!! I'm looking forward to hearing all you have to say about your new Scooter!!!

[@jeffreytowers3326]

Nice looking new ride!!!!! I think your first thing should be pipes so it’s louder. I think loud pipes save lives.

[@Jimmy-tv7dp]

I think you need pipes I'm new to the channel love it lot of interesting information

[@zrhaun]

Great bike. I do pipes first on all my bikes. Loud pipes save lives

[@robertp457]

Rock Haun loud pipes are just annoying since the sound come out the back.

[@zrhaun]

@@robertp457 my street sweepers come out the side and are loud as hell, I've had bikes with similar pipes next to me and I KNOW they are next to me due to the sound.

[@wes9389]

Loud pipes are annoying!

[@zrhaun]

@@wes9389 that's kinda the point, kinda hard to ignore and miss something screaming in your ear.

[@FLIOWA]

I used to only enjoy loud pipes for the sound. Long story short- I was hauling grain one day, went to pull out onto the hwy, looked left and didn’t see anything because of a slight hill. As soon as I started accelerating I heard a loud rumble, slammed on my breaks as a sportster screamed by. Loud pipes saved that dudes life that day.

[@HouseboatWayne]

Your going to love that bike. Bought the same bike at the beginning of Summer. Did my mods that I liked, Mustache front safety bars to rest the feet on for long rides with Devil Dog covers (they have pouches for your ecig and flashlight), touring pack on back, HD hammock seats, larger windshield for no buffing, LED back lights with pulsing, and last strobing front light. I have 7000 miles on mine and not a thing out there I like better. The only thing I want is back up parts for a life time. You picked the best 2018 out there!

[@manchild111]

Congrats on the new Heritage John. Love the classic look of them and the blacked out version is even better. I had an 2001 that was waaay to chromed out. But now I have a 2017 Slim S. Love it. She's a beast. V&H Shorts. HD MAchine Cut air breather. I forget what programmer I have,

[@TheBaken1]

"I had a friend describe the smell to me" hahahaha...

[@andyfoley6906]

Congrats John on your new scooter! I have the same bike, but the115th Anniversary Edition #395. As for mods, first got the mustache engine guard and detachable sissy bar for the bride. Then Rinehart slip ons with black tips after break in. Then some Defiance Collection grips, passenger pegs & front axel nut covers. Contemplating V&H FP3 tuner, but in no rush because that 114 is a torque monster as is stock. Enjoy the break-in and vary those speeds before you unleash the beast. Safe riding and keep the rubber side down.

[@aldavis904]

You know whats awesome ...you are Mr. Maxwell congrads......you worked hard for your new bike man.......do apes first and pipes first lol

[@3RDOOR]

Love the new Ride your excitement is contagious 👍🏻😎🤘

[@FlutersGarage]

I got my 2016 Road Glide Special at 38. I love it. With the new fairing they don’t look old mannish like the old models.

[@2cqql1]

Oh man, "old man's bike", your reference to Heritage Classic with chrome!!! pfttt! I put 80,000 on my Heritage, 70,000 on the Dyna Wide Glide I had before that. Loved both bikes! Sold the Heritage last summer(lucky guy that got it) and bought a bagger. Guess I'm one of those "old guys" now! John, i'm from Arlington, been thru Paris many times. Hope you have a great ride. I'm also from Georgia, born in Columbus, actually! Question: This 2017 Ultra Limited that I have, I want to put 10-12" handlebars on. Will I lose heated grips, or any of the other functions of the switches? Thanks for your videos, Love them!

[@wescobts]

Great Choice of bike, I was thinking a Slim with apes and pipes. Now that all your camera and gear is going with you, a bike with bags is a wise choice. Congrats on the new bike

[@jo3440]

Fantastic to see you so excited. Looking forward to see the direction you take the bike. The full black looks majestic. One thing really surprises me is how the Co can't seem to get screens right. You say the Heritage buffets. I tried both screen heights on my fxfbs, both made feel like I was riding with the flu! Im an average body shape, 6'. Tried a road king and street glide, no better. Just wanted to take the wind force off my lower body, pushing me off the saddle at speed. In the end cut down the 15" screen to just above the horizontal frame. Better, no buffeting and less body pressure, but more wind noise than without. IMO Harley need to sort it out, or stop offering the screens.

[@shakeypainter2]

Way to go John... I am feeling your excitement Can't Hardly Wait for the record I see you there, Loving You ride

[@billhorrigan4388]

Congrats and great choice! I love my Heritage. I have a 40mile commute and nothing beats the heritage for that kind of everyday riding. I'm not an old man but i do prefer chrome over everything being blacked out. Mostly because everyone is doing that these days. I would like to see fuel map changes, air cleaner, and pipes. Also personal touches like cup holders or cell phone mounts.

[@08StreetGlide]

First upgrade.....? D&D exhaust and like Matt said stage 4......

[@nitesights]

This video was especially fun to watch because you were so excited to get the new bike.

[@Caseysays]

Huge Dirty Thubs Up!! Almost bought that bike in the same color. Test rode it, along with a Road King and RGS. I loved how the Heritage ride felt!! Really comfortable and nimble. However I ended up with the 2018 Road King , which was my dream bike, in Twisted Cherry. RK did not feel as nimble out of the gate, and it took a bit to get used to it's weight. (coming from a 2001 Sportster 1200 Custom, which I kept because I just couldn't part with it). However now riding my RK just feels like second nature. Just took a couple hundred miles. I do sometimes wonder though....what if. Ok, now that's out of the way, pipes first. Really excited for you as I know how you feel having just gone through this about a month and a half ago. Dig your channel!! (Sorry about the long comment, but this Vlog hit me good.) Looking forward to seeing what you do with it. Ride safe!

[@rrkr3298ify]

Good for you. Good choice.... I know the feeling. So....Umm....the 1st thing...DO NOT...lose that shield with a big ride in the future!!

[@cb750k1974]

From Columbus to Paris it's 713 miles......a loong one day ride...wouldn't look forward to that on my VT1100. Good Luck!

[@eastcoast.30cal28]

LOL! My reaction exactly... when I went from a Yamaha to a brand new 2018 Breakout 114! Woooo! Congrats, John! Can't wait to get some ideas from your upcoming 114 mod videos!! YEAH!

[@grumpyjay215]

I’m so damn jealous.... I was just looking at a used Slim and a 18 Heritage. But being the poor Sportster owner I am I’ll have to pick one up used like 8 years from now... 😅👍🏻 But seriously, congratulations on the new ride...... Definitely get to changing those bars out, make it comfortable for the long haul.... 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 Jay “Grumpy” Acworth GA.....

[@jasongoforth451]

Congrats on the new bike, it's SWEET! I just upgraded myself from a '15 Fatboy Lo to a '18 Street Glide Special.....Black is better! Ride safe, enjoy.....and I can't wait for the break-in video!

[@MakoVette]

YES!!! :-D Build series YES!!!! :-D Kids going for a ride with Dad? HELL YES!! :D Congrats man, awesome x 3 news. PS: Ergo's first for the long ride to Texas is my opinion, and if you're going new jugs, cams, pistons and rings, who cares about a break in? Thrash that 114 CI beast :D Pipes and intake will happen with the Stage 3/4 anyways, "as long as you're in there"... :-D

[@TheBlueBikeDoyle]

Congratulations on the new bike .Very cool . So toured old man bike come on now ? Heritage looks like old man bike to . But those hard boxie bags kill the looks of it to me. Glad you said something about the break in cause I breaking my 2019 Road glide Special now to just got over 500miles on it now. We going on trip to NC mountain Thursday and wanted to get 1000 miles service done before we go. Oh yeah you video from the San Diego show. Really made want to new 19 RG thanks the new entertainment system is great .

[@ryanmiras4283]

Hey John, greetings from Oregon. I have a 2008 103 Stage 3 and she halls butt. Do you recommend "Love Jugs" ? The kind that bolts onto bike..lol. Thanks Bro......Peace~

[@mattfire7794]

Hell Yeah!!! Congrats on the new bike!!! Hope to see you in Paris, I WILL BE THERE!!! YES!!!

[@johnbellizzijr.2351]

Congrats on the WAY BEAUTIFUL Bike cousin John!! You deserve it man!! Really happy for you!! Love the blacked out design, I hate chrome also!! Thats why I got the Slim S. Stay safe! "The crazy Italian"! :)

[@shaneconnors757]

Know the Feeling Mate.Had my 2017 Softail for a year now already clocked up over 25,000 K'S.The windscreen is a godsend if ya ride in all weather.GOOD ONYA MATE..SO HAPPY FOR YA!

[@teddouglas6531]

CONGRATULATIONS on ur new bike. First mod. That's so easy. Take off that old man windshield. Plus should cost u little to nothing. 2nd. Before performance make the bike comfortable to ride. Remember the Harley ride u are going on. Do bars first. Some will ? This but for a long ride u will thank this advice. BARS FIRST. Plus not that as pricey

[@freedomsadvocate]

Congrats, John! What made you choose this one over the Sport Glide? You talked the FLSB up pretty good in your video on it. P.S. I bought a 18 FLSB on Aug 31 (Traded in my 16 FXDWG) partially based on your video...I feel betrayed LOL!!! What day you you buy yours?

[@brendahall1662]

Congrats John. Love it. I know you excited but pay more attention when your riding. Just saying. PIPES. Always pipes.😎

[@PereBenavent]

IMHO the first thing you have to do is to remove the windshied. Later, whatever... I would change the exhaust systems (which anticipares following steps in "stages"), in Europe it's total differente environment due to law regulatoins, but in the States... C'mon! ... By the way, I was considering to change my dyna FXD 2000 (twin-can, no injection) just because the things you said about 2018 motors... well I'll keep it by the moment.

[@baddriver3580]

Congrats John!! I am SO jealous.....lol. Ride safe and I can't wait to see the upgrades that I am sure you will make...;-) ! Ya got my dream bike there..... congrats again Man!

[@onemeaningsome3580]

Gorgeous bike! Great choice. Why do a tour pack that you don't dig? Why not just sissybar/backrest, then get a large sissybar bag if you need the space for equipment (otherwise, strap whatever size backpack to the bar/seat)? You've already got the locking saddlebags, could do like a Biltwell EXFIL bag, 80 or 115!

[@chrisphilhower6029]

Hey John. I did try a 18 Slim 107 last year. Nice, Smooth bike. My problem is the Forward Controls. The 1200 Custom now has almost 1900 Miles. Put a HD windshield(18"). Going to get bags soon. Can't decide on the 1200T style. Or the cheaper leather bags? Good thing HD didn't put a 6th gear on it. Had it up to 90 on the highway. She does it without a sweat.

[@MichaelWilliams-lc2nw]

Excellent choice john, I love my heritage softball as well... I'm short so it's the perfect bike... I personally would go for pipes and also a leather bag up front for your registration and such... Makes life easier... Be safe my brother... Ride free..........

[@NortheastWrench]

Hell yeah brother! I just traded in my 2018 Iron 1200 for a 2018 Heritage 107 and I am SOOOOO IN LOVE!! Love your videos brother, watch them every week! Keep posting man! Being a diesel tech myself, i love watching your tech vids on harleys! Safe travels man, hope to someday get in touch!

[@HJ-sn5gt]

Congratulations John! That’s one awesome ride and it’s great to see an H-D Technician/Mechanic trust, ride and enjoy the new engine and frame. I own an ‘06 FLSTFB and sell H-Ds but I’m ready for the all new and improved ‘19 FLTRXS!

[@charlescolarusso3801]

Old man bikes? Nah, more comfortable preferences. I outride many a friend on my ultra, even through town. Anyway, I'd like to hear some better pipes on that. And congrats!

[@kenlabar2781]

Sweet upgrade! Pipes and Fuel pack should be the first upgrade! I went from 95 Fat Boy to 18 Road King, so I get what you're giddy about. Adding the Vance & Hines pipes and Fuel Pack made mine a different (more awesome ) bike! ... although I also like the Memphis Shades Bat Wing. Have a blast, love your channel.

[@AKBRONCOSFAN007]

JM beautiful bike, unfortunately here in AK our riding season is winding down. Maybe another month if we’re lucky here in Fairbanks. I’d like to see you install a full exhaust, V&H Pro Pipe is my personal favorite. That’s what I installed on my ‘16 Road King. Anyhow, congrats on the purchase! Keep the vids a coming.

[@pacopetepnw3434]

SWEET! Congrats John! Damn nice machine!!! I am thinking...Stage 1 first ...and end up at stage 4 later. I think this progression in upgrades would give legs to your vlog for quite a while. ...all 70K of us (subscribers) love what you do!

[@zascars]

The first thing I would do is get shot of the screen... 👍.. great bike ..I rode a 114 Breakout while my 48 was being serviced..... real torquey engine..

[@kellypierce9747]

Just an FYI: .....Wind deflectors (fang) are a must to eliminate the buffering...most of the wind is coming from underneath. Nice ride....Stay safe

[@TimMichael69]

Congrads on the New Bike! Sweet Ride... Although meine 2018 Street Glide Special looks better :) Long and Safe riding Brother! Rock on!

[@juliannassirizadeh1768]

Hey, John. My name is Julian and I work the parts counter at Old Glory HD in Laurel MD. I watch all of your videos and I'm a huge fan. So I was just talking with a co-worker of mine today about the 18-19 Heritage and Deluxe and if I remember right, you're my height and I say a nice set of smooth 14"-16" chubby bars is the way to go. Lose the windshield and put a set of true duals on it with some fishtails. Nothing crazy like 49" pipes but something to just reach past the tip of the fender. Keep the stock air cleaner cover and just do the high flow air cleaner with an FP3. Just my $.02. Enjoy the new ride and keep up the great work with the videos. My customers love your channel also.

[@j0nesgas1]

This excites me so much! I bought my '18 Heritage 114 (vivid black) five months ago, put 5600 miles on it already. First thing I did was a set of V&H short shot pipes that I think sound killer. Added a FP3 and sundowner seat last month, made my ride to milwaukee for the HD115 party a dream. Want to do bars next, probably the 12" Zbars but not sure if I'll need to change the cables and electrical. Also not sure if I might opt for 14" bars or go all out at 16"? I'd love to see what you do and how install goes. Also plan on riding down for the Paris ride from Indianapolis. Going to try and go down & back in three days.

[@bobandmichellemurray2389]

Hey John, I’ve been riding a Road Glide CVO for the last 5 years. Loved it but found it too heavy riding 2 up. We switched to the Heritage 114 in January. Love it. Congratulations on the new bike. I’ll be very interested in your upgrades. I’ve always had loud pipes. Love em but really like the stock pipes after 3500 miles. Not sure I’m gonna spend the big bucks for new pipes. We do all our maintenance so we will be watching. Thanks for your effort!👍

[@jasonbreedlove495]

Congrats man. I traded a 15 Slim for an 18 Heritage and the week I had with it was awesome.(deployed for a year since mid Aug). But, as a recommendation I did some TAB Slipons with Zombie Baffles and talk about nice sound for about 350.00. Enjoy the ride, I'm counting down the months.

[@brianm9211]

Great choice John! I made the same one myself,vivid black,114,& all! Figures, we share the same birthday, 6,4.Lol,I had no doubt you'd pick the heritage after I saw your visit to FL,& block head.looking forward to upgrade videos more than ever now!

[@tmj1963]

Good choice.... sweet looking bike... 1st upgrade has to be pipes... not only should it look like a Harley, it must sound like a Harley. The visceral experience of a new bike is that of “ Sight and Sound “. Enjoy your new ride Mr.Maxwell

[@davidthomas2719]

Excellent choice. I've had 3 dynas & 2 softails. Bought an '18 flhxs last Dec. My 1st full dress. I sold it last weekend. Touring bike not for me. So I'm looking for another scoot. I'm thinking used fxdb or fxst.

[@maximilianrockefeller8854]

IMO, you should... 1. Bars 2. Pipes + tuner 3. A seat (if you really need it) 4. Stage 4 (if you really need the extra 'umph')

[@adamjones3649]

Well I did it. I took your advice and bought a 2019 herit classic. And the dealership is storing it for me until spring, since I don't have a garage. Lol I'm coming from the iron 883, so I know it will be a big difference. Thanks John Maxwell........ By the way can you do an everything we need to know review of the heritage?

[@55dennie]

I will be picking up my 114 Heritage next week!! Billiard Blue and Billiard White, love it!!! Can't wait to see what you do!! Hope to see some install videos. Congrats and thanks!!!