2023 CVO Road Glide & Street Glide First Ride and Review - Every Last Detail Explained

[@MattLaidlaw]

Hey Guys, I wanted to correct something in my video that I was just made aware of. The Black triangular pieces at the bottom of the side covers that I said should have been paint-matched are actually removable covers. Underneath is the whole paint-matched side cover. So you can remove these black pieces to uncover that whole painted side cover! My Bad!

[@sportyonetaubert5923]

Thanks Matt, I think you're the first to find this out! I think they added black on the lower parts to make it more "performance" and less "showbike," looking, which some have criticized CVO's in the past.

[@matthunting1162]

I like the black better, those pieces painted in the body color would remind me of Honda Goldwing styling, just too much painted plastic in my oplnion.

[@robertoacuna2415]

Nice video! Looks like you guys had so much fun at sturgis, I couldn't make it this year, but I rode them at Milwaukee. I really like the new design.

[@georgeadams8213]

Does the new SG feel any different to the old model re handle bars please because I had to change the bars on the ST. Standard ones were too uncomfortable.

[@garnet4846]

Omg! Fabulous!

[@nbowling10trio]

For $40k everything should be perfect. Customer should be allowed to select the seat they like, the bars they like, the exhaust they like, etc. No money should have to be spent personalizing a $40k motorcycle. Just my two cents tho

[@ZildjianMan30]

Completely agree. We can all do this with 4-wheeled vehicles, and it will arrive at the dealer as specified. Why the hell doesn't HD allow this?

[@sportyonetaubert5923]

​@ZildjianMan30 They tried that about 10 years ago with Sportsters, then Street Bob. It didn't last and my guess is because there is so many aftermarket parts like seats, bars, pegs, grips, mirrors, shocks, aircleaners, pipes, windshields, crash bars, etc etc. I think you will agree there is no way a person who can afford a $45K bike will not change something to make it fit their style or proportions.

[@sportyonetaubert5923]

I think if you want a $40K bike that's perfect for you and your style of riding, size and style, you need to start with a $25K bike.😅

[@ZildjianMan30]

@@sportyonetaubert5923 I'm not talking about aftermarket. Aftermarket = not made by or sponsored by the OEM. They could do OEM only bike building on their website by allowing the purchaser to spec out OEM handlebars, lights, fairings, speakers, wheels, etc. Again, car & truck manufacturers have done this for a very long time. If anyone thinks that HD bikes have a huge parts aftermarket, it's vast when it comes to modding cars & trucks. Yet car & truck manufacturers still do custom specifications from the individual. Indian, Honda, and other motorcycle manufacturers allow custom built orders, to varying degrees of customization. I think HD should try again, particularly for parts that can be put on bikes at the factory right now.

[@Saint_Maximus_III]

For 43k we expect electronically adjustable suspension and radar cruise control to also be thrown in😂😂 but anyways some people don't lime the radar cruise control so maybe that's why they left it out but the suspension needs work

[@danielhayes-domore]

watched the entire thing, great to see HD bringing out its stunt riders in this VLOG to really show case the bike ..

[@dougk9647]

They even flew one in from out of the country. 😄

[@identitybiker]

😂

[@MattLaidlaw]

LOL! H-D flew out the best riders for my review. They really rolled out the red carpet for me.

[@kadimsilahtar]

Danny and his new nike sneakers 😂. Love you guys all.

[@PissTakeProduction]

Can't believe HD cloned that Australian just for the stunts.

[@robbyclark6915]

I love, love, love, the historical aspect of these videos from Matt. He can tell the story of Harley Davidson like few others can.

[@jadesportster]

"the suspension won't have to be upgraded which is kind of what people expect for a $43,000 motorcycle"

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes sir

[@elmaestro6106]

Let’s be real, you will not find an CVO for $43,000! You’re looking easy closer to $50,000 for the ugly grey! $60,000 for the two tone paint.

[@jadesportster]

@@MattLaidlaw if only I knew a guy.... LuL

[@brad3675]

Honestly, the suspension on a CVO touring bike should be absolute LUXURY like a rolls royce

[@HDR20]

From wont i have heard the suspension is still trash

[@etontheground-ETOTG]

Great video Matt. I love mine. Rode mine from Houston to Sturgis the first week. Put 3,700 miles on it in 12 days. Keep up the great work.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Nice man! You got way more experience on it than me! I'm jealous. Enjoy

[@Streetglide2021]

We’ll if the CVOS were selling for 43,000 they might be affordable. I’m Hearing that most of them are going for 50,000 and over. Good luck surviving those prices HD. I’ve been riding all my life, but with those prices looking at a nice sports car😂. How long will HD survive if they keep raising prices 20% every year?

[@508knucklehead]

I agree with the headlight and color matching on the RG. Best review thus far 🤙🏼

[@daemon9737]

Excellent video, Matt. Your skills are stellar. Really like the history and detailed reviews. This is awesome!! Thanks!! I love the look of these and can't wait to see one in person. HD is doing some great stuff!!

[@roadglide1142]

Nice bike but needless to say my 2022 Limited Roadglide in Gunship Grey is now all paid for & I’m good for a long time 😊!

[@charleshelfeld9106]

Got the 23 Road Glide CVO Yesterday! Amazing bike,Dark Platinum, beauiful, better than anything else I've had, and I've had a lot of bikes prior to this one

[@Dandre01]

Congrats Charles. I’m picking up my 23 CVO SG this week. They marked it down $5K! Couldn’t resist.

[@ryridesmotox]

The Street Glide looks way better IMHO. Hopefully the suspension trickles down to the ST or special portion of the lineup the CVO is cool, but I like the solo ST setup the most.

[@georgesnuffleupagus7920]

I appreciate reviews from someone who has been around Harleys their whole life!!!

[@fahadalghasab2266]

What a great video you made, your narration of Harley history was amazing. Keep up doing this we do really love it.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you sir!! Thanks for watching

[@adammorgan7874]

I love motorcycles and history. I really enjoy how you mix it all in your vlogs.

[@stlchuckhd]

Thanks for taking the time to do this pretty thorough review Matt. Awesome 🇺🇸

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for watching. It's good to know people enjoy them

[@Drgn1987]

I agree about the dual headlight. Im sure the aftermarket will jump on this. 3" of rear suspension travel is an improvement for sure. A little disappointed that they didn't go with a mono shock. Many will argue they keep this type of setup to justify the low look. Other manufacturers are using mono shock setup and getting 4" at the rear suspension with combined performance and from a comfort perspective. Still quite a difference

[@louismarino5448]

Without question, your videos are the best motorcycle content out there.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Louis! Thanks for watching

[@Jim_Berry]

Great review. I’m slow to change, but it looks like all the changes and improvements are spot on. Good job Harley-Davidson!

[@danandchelle]

Freaking informative! I want that CVO Road Glide back...

[@MattLaidlaw]

You and me both.. I’ll take the street glide though.

[@ronniebaker1989]

Love this channel, keep up the good work. Now that the 121 VVT engine has been out for a while, do you have any recommendations for headers/exhaust? I am thinking about getting a 2 into 1 exhaust but would like your recommendations.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Exhaust is going to perform very similar to previous versions of the M8 motor. I don’t have a big singing endorsement of any one exhaust that works the best. It’s actually a complicated question because it really depends on it you’re going to tune it or not. Stick to the SE tuner for warranty purposes. Hopefully you live outside CA so you can actually buy one. S&S stuff is ways good. 👍🏼

[@RoadieWingZZ]

Great review Matt. Saw the CVO RG yesterday at my local dealership. Styling on the headlight isn’t an immediate love affair. The bulbous unibrow look is definitely a departure from the dual headlights which we all came to love. Waiting for the fully configured Limited to make its appearance before making any final judgements. I do appreciate the leap forward the bike represents for Harley design and innovation.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for leaving the comment and weighing in on your thoughts

[@harleyquebecenrevue3580]

Excellent video Matt, thank you. Just want to point out a big improvement on these new fairings is not just the lighting it creates ahead of you but that the bikes are much more visible to oncoming traffic. One of the most common deadly accidents is cars & trucks turning left into the riders path claiming I didn’t see the bike coming. This new daylight visibility will hopefully dramatically reduce these types of accidents. Thank you HD to working on keeping us safe.

[@chevalowilsondebriano9776]

Anything that'll keep minivans from making U-Turns in front of us is a step in the right direction! Great point and kudos to HD for the increased visibility lighting in the fairings

[@addy6167]

Loving mine so far. Definitely wish the OS was faster to boot up. Also the bag hinges dont feel very sturdy especially when you have the upgraded speakers.

[@chillaxin2012lhs]

Great Video Matt. I like the fact that you don't "Need" to upgrade much ,if anything. Harley Really Stepped it up on This New CVO. Curious on how good the headlight is in a dark Canyon.

[@jde845]

Another great vid! CVOs are game changers for sure. Absolutely beautiful bikes. Off topic….whats’s the black Harley jacket are you wearing? Looking for some protection without burning up here in Dallas. Lol.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. It's a dickies jacket. I just sewed a bunch of patches on there.

[@dwight072]

Great video as always Matt. I got to demo the CVO in Milwaukee and WOW its a next level bike for sure. Cant wait to see future vids.

[@MattLaidlaw]

You probably rode it before me! Glad you liked it

[@dwight072]

@@MattLaidlaw I WILL be a new CVO owner soon 🤘🏻

[@izzojoseph2]

Matt, This video was absolutely off the hook! Outstanding presentation. Detailed review Appropriate and interesting coordinated visuals. Just an all around great job picking up all the little details. Those are the things that can kill a bike because it might look nice if it frustrates you, overtime it kills your joy Great vid, Bro

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you! I appreciate the comment

[@chrisciardello7735]

Love your videos Matt thanks for answering my questions over phone the other day!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching.

[@ericsmith2869]

I appreciate how comprehensive the review was

[@steveladow9430]

Love your videos Matt - thanks! Especially enjoyed this one as I'm interested in the new CVO SG and this gave me a lot of great information. Thanks again!!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Glad I could help! Thanks for checking out my channel for info on this bike

[@JamesHerbert-k8b]

Matt both my wife and I love your videos. She rides a 2023 RG3 and I just traded in my 2020 Street Glide stage 2 for a 2023 CVO Street Glide. You mentioned that you may be doing more videos on these CVO's. I would love to see them. We keep talking about coming to LA and meeting you. I served an LDS mission in LA many years ago. We now live in a small town east of Park City. We have some great riding up here including Mirror Lake Highway 150 and Wolf Creek. If you ever get a chance both rides would make great video's and I am sure that your cousin Daniel is familiar with these rides. Mt Nebo is another great one. Thank you for all your videos and the time you spend making them. I think my favorite is watching you and your beautiful wife coming out of the LA temple. Keep up the excellent work. Thanks again. Rick Herbert

[@maartenkok345]

Hey Matt, Thanks again for another great review. I love the high quality video footage as well, compliments! I have a question you might have an answer to: what cam comes on this CVO model? (Stage 1 or 2)? Will it be the same cam upgrade procedure now with the VVT on the engine? I ask as I'm assuming there's quite a bit of flex to upgrade the performance with this better cooled 121 with VVT and the other improvements 🙂. Thanks and I look forward to your next video's, Maarten

[@MattLaidlaw]

Good question. I don't know if I have an exact answer that you're looking for but the cam is completely new so it isn't a stage (X) cam. Any stock cam isn't considered a stage cam. This new stock cam has a higher lift and duration when compared to the 114 M8 cams. I don't know what a stage 2-3 cam will look like in the future if/when H-D comes out with one. I assume they will. It will probably shift the power around and favor torque or HP.

[@maartenkok345]

Thanks Matt! Let’s wait and see :-)

[@synonyx]

The production quality on this one is a step up for you Matt! Kudos!

[@bigmike6853]

Very high quality video! Gorgeous bikes!!

[@ez123ification]

Another great video Matt and crew .

[@genekelley7579]

🛑🛑 Great Video Matt! 😀👍 I appreciate your honest review. I would really like to see and hear your Dads take on the new bike, since he has seen so much over the years. 💯 Nice Job Buddy!👍

[@MattLaidlaw]

I'll get him on one. Good idea

[@lifetheoryOG]

Variable Valve timing isn’t an upgrade. HD has rightfully held out on implementing VVT. While it does provide increased efficiency and power, the complexity will affect reliability. Simulating EGR flow with valve overlap certainly helps with combustion temps, but how often are HD consumers asking for the most efficient bikes?

[@robertdaley1194]

That strip headlight/fairing reminds me of the Robot “Gort” in The Day The Earth Stood Still.😊.

[@CrimePays321]

Nice video. I believe I saw in another video that the non color matched pieces are simply covers that can be removed to reveal the painted surface.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes, I have been notified of this! Thank you for the comment

[@120074]

Beautiful machines, the future of Harley is looking brighter with the new VVt motors. Love my 2021 RG Limited, we shall see !!!

[@VikingBagsYT]

Including the historical context of the CVO Road Glide & Street Glide helps viewers who may not know motorcycles that well. Dividing each major aspect of the motorcycles helped make it easier to follow and understand the information.

[@vasu925]

Impressive vides, part documentary on history of motorcycles and very informative review of the new 2023 CVO. Looking forward to future videos on CVOs.

[@timaustin5076]

Is there anywhere to learn about the on-board Diagnostics? I have found them just not how to navigate or properly reset...I have a dtc. 1week old 23 CVO Roadglide....Love it! ❤

[@CactusJack252]

I’m curious to know if the bottom end of the motor has been strengthened up to account for the added torque the 121 puts out. I like the changes that Harley made to the CVO’s. They really did a great job with it. I do hope these can have a good idle lope when the mufflers are changed out.

[@martyneilan8947]

I like the complicated process of push a button, flip up the door, and unscrew the gas cap procedure on my old Electra Glide, it makes it harder for the uninitiated to tamper with the gas without the inconvenience of a locking gas cap. I taught high school for three years, so you think about these things.

[@tygreenwood472]

Kudos to Harley for the major upgrades to these flagship bikes I really like the new looks of the Road Glide over the previous ones will be nice when Harley offers these bikes in other than a cvo so they can be affordable for the average customers.

[@hoprousa]

Great reviews Matt, the road glide looks awesome, thanks for your video!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you sir. Thanks for the comment.

[@fredflint1797]

"Along for the ride"! I'd say that you are at least riding shotgun! You have capitalized on your position with excellent, informative, professional presentations that certainly propel the sport and industry further into the future. You ain't just riding la de da.. You represent well the spirit that has made your family such a success. Good to see!

[@MattLaidlaw]

I take that as a huge compliment. Thank you!

[@georgeadams8213]

Best review Matt. Are you able to comment if the SG feels any different sitting in the bike with the same handlebars please?

[@MattLaidlaw]

You’re asking if the new street glide feels any different than the old street glide? I honestly have to test it more to give a really confident answer. It does feel like the new fairing has less buffeting. I could use a taller windshield though.

[@trafocult1287]

All these men are the legends themselves! Right now, I own a Royal Enfield with satisfaction and I hopefully own a Harley-Davidson too:)

[@chrismodern5664]

Will I be able to put a saddlemen step up seat for my current 2022 road glide on this new cvo or are older seats not compatible?

[@patrickshanman7417]

Awesome rundown on these super deluxe bikes. If I didn't just buy the RoadGlide ST and add bars, exhaust, pegs, Saddlemens road sofa etc I might've gone this route for sure, no regrets as the ST is incredible !

[@MattLaidlaw]

The ST is a solid bike. Enjoy.

[@9ictv2]

Another great video Matt! Interesting blend of media sources, and the usual top shelf personal contributions. Oh, love the bike😎!

[@jimtomstimpson1477]

Very thorough introduction to the new CVOs . Thank you!

[@drainmonkeys385]

Trying to decide do I buy a 23 CVO or a 24 CVO .. price will dictate unless there are differences… are there any differences?

[@nelsongn9]

Fantastic job sir (you and your team)

[@patrickbateman9887]

Matt, can we buy the parts and put the new fork/tree on the standard touring bikes/previous CVOs? My big gripe with my 17 SG is the front end still feels imprecise compared to my imports.

[@Charger8921]

Can we PLEASE get a night ride video with high and low beam shots? I for one would greatly appreciate it.

[@stefansgarage3014]

Very honest and detailed review, I agree 100%!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Stefan. Thanks for some of the shots I used.

[@stefansgarage3014]

@@MattLaidlaw My pleasure, I’ll tell my grandkids that Matt Laidlaw used 5sec of MY footage in a 40 minutes video…😂 I want to get wet again-only on a 2023 CVO R/S G!

[@MattLaidlaw]

@@stefansgarage3014 I'm sure they'll be so impressed! Hah!

[@marwannabe]

Finally CVO models that are much more than paint, chrome, and accessories… I WANT

[@speedpig513]

excellent video Matt!!!! love the intro!!!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Andrew 👍🏼👍🏼Thanks for helping me film.

[@johnm6683]

Yet another comprehensive overview, thank you Matt. The Road glide has a really clean looking bar and clamp arrangement now but I’m just not sure about the looks of the new headlight cluster etc. I would have probably already bought the Street Glide CVO but for the slightly underwhelming paint. Even the whisky neat seems a little safe, especially considering what they are charging for it. Just a note on the current Street Glide cubby. I have an iPhone 14 Pro Max and it fits in my Street Glide ST when connected to a low profile right angled USB cable with the plug end of the phone inserted first. If you take the hot dog bun out it’s even easier but then your phone is rolling around in there. The new slide out drawer arrangement looks much more convenient.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, if you really try you can fit a phone in there but it just isn't convenient enough and it requires a tight squeeze.

[@emilianozapata5308]

Great video !

[@WestfallWorx]

Great job Matt! Love them both. The Street Glide is cool! Seems not to be getting as much love tho from the devoted….

[@MattLaidlaw]

Street glide has become the less desirable brother to the road glide in the last 6 years. I’m still loyal though. I like it better.

[@CactusJack252]

I always preferred the street glide but I do really like how the new CVO road glide looks. Ironically my wife prefers the road glide over the street glide starting from the 2015 year.

[@james6275]

Thank you Matt for the review.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for checking it out.

[@Goldencountry63]

Not much to say other than it's a grand slam all the way. Great review as always Matt and it's very much appreciated.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for watching! Yea, HD put together a great bike here.

[@hoss6048]

“Matt Laidlaw, starring the Million Dollar Bogan”! What fun! Have been waiting for this review since this bike came out. I’m impressed. Outside of getting a different seat and perhaps some handlebar ergos I’m changing nothing if I had this motor.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, I’m not sure you need much more than 139 ft lb torque.

[@lawrencekauderer7251]

Thanks for the review. This is yet another example of incredible capabilities and excellence of Harley Davidson. I have a few questions. Why do they put a rev limiter or governor on the bike. Is this something mandated by the government and do all manufacturers have it or just Harley Davidson. Thank You.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Most manufacturers have it now. I believe it has something to do with testing the vehicle and ensuring its overall safety at the speeds in which is capable of achieving. Most manufacturers will limit the speed based on where it is still going to operate normally at.

[@TripleCCC44]

Great review Matt!! I’m biting the bullet also and getting a whiskey neat road glide. No more specials for me. It’s gonna be worth it!

[@MattLaidlaw]

It's a good time to get a CVO that's for sure

[@cliveschley6970]

Thanks Matt, superb video. Understandable that Harley has to show innovation and walks this way. I love my 2020 117 CVO SG so much that I will keep it. Power, style and quality as expected. And as a complement - a Highway King will join my garage in September next to the CVO. My dream combo. Clive

[@shredcity7217]

Beautiful bike. And thanks for the content. Does it still have that ~108mph top speed. I was pissed on my last bagger. All in after modding a RGS, I was about 50-55k, only to find out my “performance bagger” had a max speed of 108 they forgot to mention. If I got ride of it, my warranty on my 55k is gone.

[@yoshidalion]

Matt, which one are you getting row glide or street glide

[@MattLaidlaw]

At this point I’m super divided. I’m not sure.

[@GORDONSTEEL-q9s]

Well, Matt, I have never heard you speak so enthusiastically about a motorcycle. I reckon that everyone who has watched this video will be cashing in their shares and heading down to the local HD dealership. Good job! Now, I wonder how much I can get for the kids.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Haha. I thought I was pretty monotone. Yea, I need to start selling some things as well. 🤣

[@1Thirty1]

Are the 2024 Road Glide and Street Glide going to come with the new bodywork? Or is that just a CVO bike?

[@BryanGraves-jv7wq]

I bought the dark platinum 3 months ago and love the stealthy look

[@ejdtm]

I am happily shocked that Harley Davidson actually put a lot of thought into many different items on this bike.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Lol. They have been making some moves lately.

[@JamesHerbert-k8b]

I love my 2023 CVO Street Glide. I am impressed with the gas mileage and the power that the VVT has added. I also really like the look of the new fairing. I did put some Khrome Werks slip ons and it sounds really good. So how does your 2024 CVO ST Road Glide compare to the 2023 CVO Road Glide?

[@CaptainsvLogs]

Mr Jan at Burt's Black Widow Harley Davidson here in Port Charlotte FL just sold one of these a few days back and I was there talking to the new owners about how much I liked this particular model.

[@bdc454]

Thanks for your consistent great reviews

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Love the direction and love the big info screen.

[@asoshkin]

I agree, I am disappointed not seeing a dual headlight on a road glide.

[@chadbobby]

Great video Matt, Sorry you had to hang out with that Bogan character in SD! Quick question, any idea if they will be releasing another CVO this spring???

[@MattLaidlaw]

Haha. Yea he was a real pain in the ass. 🤣. Na, he’s a good dude.

[@brettcripps4523]

will it be possible to put on full size engine guards on the road glide so I could put on lower fairings?

[@danthompson5075]

Matt do we know if the new fairings will be included in the non cvo models ?

[@HeinzKampmann]

I like the historical approaxh very much. Nice work, Matt.

[@abccba3903]

Great vid on the CVO. Matt!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. Thanks for checking it out

[@1993Gold]

I got to ride them on the demo truck day here in Oregon last month and they are damn near perfect 🤘. Great video

[@jadesportster]

I would hope so

[@johnnydangerously7186]

Definitely the most in-depth review on YT. Good on HD for the much needed updates. Ride American Ride Indian!

[@RTOutdoors]

This level of unique is what I would expect for the money.

[@MattLaidlaw]

I think people are feeling very confident about the value proposition on this bike

[@TheWaconda]

Thanks Matt. Great videos as Always So the big question now is..are you going for a Street or a Roadglide?? ;)

[@lennyevans4724]

Great detailed video Matt.. it's always great to hear what an actual rider says as opposed to a "promotor"

[@hootiemac3437]

Guess if I never purchased ALL the Thrashin parts, I could have ordered 1 of these....Oh well maybe next month....Thanx Lance and Juan 🤘🤣🤙💯.

[@Parker53151]

For its very high price it should include electronically adjustable suspension and windshield, and a reverse gear.

[@KalJoao]

Will the updated bits like new fairing trickle down to the other (cheaper) Road Glide models in coming years?

[@Beezy191]

What riding jacket are you wearing. I love it

[@shanehazelton8754]

I almost sold my soul to buy the new 23 cvo roadglide lol Definitely moving into the future with this bike Less heat more power better handling This bike has my attention completely stock and I'm normally a sportbike/dirtbike/softail rider

[@ronmarvicsin7709]

I love the bike. Question is will you sell your street glide? Only thing I don’t like is the wheel looking cage thing. It looks terrible with the spokes in there too. Just to cluttered Lots of cleaning in my opinion.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes. I’ll sell the street glide.

[@Ankor413]

Matt love the review of the bike! On other note is the USB is now USB - C connection. I’m seeing a lot of positive comments in FB CVO groups.

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice video keep up the good work Matt Laidlaw