How I Customized my 2024 CVO Road Glide ST Harley-Davidson

[@saddlemenusa]

Road ready!!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yes sir!! Love the sheet guys. Its perfect. 🤘🏼

[@richardchapel2880]

How did you setup Apple Play? How do you keep your phone charged?

[@RuSomeKindaIdiot]

Sorry H-D, Since your new CEO has implemented DEI Policies & financing LGBT efforts to support gay & transgender education for children, I'll be looking at anyone riding a Harley as a probable pedophile!

[@darthmaul7428]

​@@MattLaidlawsome still shots of before and after of how you fit the bike would be cool to see. I'm 6ft 2 and would like to see how the mods you did adjust your rider profile.

[@DavidPfeiffer-id7yd]

Yo Matt! Are those Screamin Eagle mufflers carb compliant?

[@nvrthirsty]

Happy to see that after all these years you finally treated yourself to the top of the line CVO ST. I think your upgrades were tastefully done.

[@matthewlaidlaw436]

Yes it was time I think. Haha. Thanks man.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. Yea, I went all-in this time around. I figured it was time.

[@michaelmcclendon2466]

Love your new bike all though I still like the street glide better see ya down the road some day I enjoy your videos

[@thomasjackson4074]

Praying for you and all Harley dealers!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man.

[@PeterRobinson-xi8mj]

I would NEVER ask that tech to work on my bike, I’d be begging him to work on my bike. Matt has the best team in the biz and it shows. Great video Matt.

[@Hawkeye23456]

The wireless charging adapter for the Quadlock is awesome and I highly recommend. Phone is always charged when riding and and there is no extra cords that are flying in the wind. The cord from the Quadlock blends in nicely with all of the factory wiring and is more aesthetically pleasing.

[@carmensaltarelli1387]

Matt the CVO looks so amazing. I am also one of those guys who never wanted the look of a rider backrest on my Streetglide but once I actually did a road trip with one I will never go back. Your customizations are tasteful and make perfect sense for your needs. Congratulations you deserve it!

[@Jim_Berry]

Everything looks awesome Matt. Yeah, I remember when I said, “I’ll never ride with a backrest”! I won’t ride without it now.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, man. They're a game changer. Since I can take it off and on - why not!

[@Dude_Virus]

​@@MattLaidlawYes absolutely. I have one on my panam too, much needed back support.

[@kenyasmith1142]

Nice video maybe I'm missing something but I've been riding on the saddleman roadsofa ls for about two years and still don't find it comfortable.

[@On2WheelswithDennis]

Nicely done done Matt 👍🏼👍🏼!! Still beautiful!!, it’s very hard to make these esthetic compromises to this performance bagger which came out already looking beautiful, but now with these changes you can literally make a world trip !! Think the time has come for a series of videos of “Around the world on the performance geezer” take care and many safe miles on this dream machine!!

[@Ty-ts3ku]

Matt, so happy for you and thanks for taking us through the build and your thought process behind it! Amazing bike that is perfect for you 👍

[@TheRealBiggDeal]

I like the updates/changes. The key thing is to make your bike fit your riding style and needs.

[@carminecalucciCVO]

Well, done, Matt I would switch out the mirrors to the switchback mirrors, That’s what I did on mine. They look great. And yes total BS that Harley gave us stock mirrors on a CVO!

[@davebrake]

What a great set up. Love the performance bagger that this bike is, but it is still a touring bike. Looks to me like you found a great way to blend some touring comforts without compromising the aggressive looks and styling of the CVO ST. Black was definitely the right choice, it's just a good sinister look. I think you're pretty darn close to the ultimate touring/performance bagger, nothing geezer about it. Really nice work sir.

[@bikerintheblood]

Really glad, with all the family responsibilities, that you finally had the opportunity to upgrade your Harley-Davidson. I’m actually really impressed that you held out for as long as you did and, given the huge model change in 2023 and the bagger racing inspired CVO you’ve now got, you timed the change just right 😉

[@PanamaZone]

Such nice looking changes! I was looking for the relocation brackets but can’t seem to find them at this time. I need to put a pillion and backrest so I can take my wife. Would be great to get the part no. For these. Love your videos!!

[@maartenkok345]

Congrats Matt! Awesome setup 👌. I’m 6’2 and did some similar changes to my CVO ST, huge improvement on comfort. Enjoy the miles 🤘😎

[@luckyyump]

I'm a GL 1500 Goldwing Rider. I approve this seat setup. I've done many miles with a old school Markland backrest. 👌

[@chipneal]

Wow Matt! Looks amazing. I think this is an awesome set up. You kept the performance and made it comfortable for long distance. I think this set up is nearly perfect!

[@victoreliasphotography6987]

That is one awesome transformation Matt! To me that is what a CVO should look like! Top of the line on everything.

[@ksweiss]

Matt, you deserve the new bike with all of the upgrades, it looks tremendous. If you're in the Black Hills next week I'll keep an eye out for you. Speed safely!

[@thealien6900]

I really wanted the CVO ST but felt there was too many things. I had to change to make it mine. I ended up buying a CVO in copperhead. I have also added the color matched tour pack. I am only 6‘2“ tall and I got the extended reach Saddleman seat also. I feel it puts me in a perfect spot on the bike. I do think the extended reach seat limits the passenger seat. If I was carrying a passenger frequently, I would probably also get a standard reach seat for the few times I rode with the passenger. I like what you’ve done to your bike.

[@davidkass2378]

Awesome bike! I agree with you, that's the first stock Harley exhaust I would keep on a bike. Looks pretty sick

[@MattLaidlaw]

Seriously. It’s hard to take it off for a pipe that doesn’t look nearly as good.

[@deonbolton2621]

Still to quite, I'm going to have to change mine . They look great but not loud enough.

[@OnyxCVO]

Just bought one yesterday too, so pumped to do upgrades. I am going ALL OUT with Trashin Chrome risers and parts with the Raven black is going to look sick.

[@byronkaiser]

It’s yours and make it yours. Performance geezer all the way! I also set my 23 ST for 2 up riding

[@Kaapstad69]

What a machine, a dream machine 🤘🏻congratulations Matt she’s friggin awesome.

[@scottcampbell9189]

Matt, well deserved! You could have owned a CVO 2 Street Glides ago but stayed humble. You’ve shown that Hard Work and dedication is rewarding. Best of luck with that really beautiful Bike! As soon as I get back to Dago (February) I will be coming up to Laidlaw’s to replace my 2017 FLHXS I bought here locally.

[@PapaBiker]

Beautiful! You can always remove the restrictors from the stock exhausts! 😃

[@thenashvillenightshow5119]

Incredibly beautiful bike Matt! I have the Saddlemen back rest on my ‘23 Low Rider S and you’re going to love it. I test drove this bike a couple of weeks ago and it was definitely the best ride ever. Enjoy!

[@roderernst9990]

Looking great Matt, only thing missing is you riding it to see the new fit!

[@Gunblade1111]

Ive been waiting weeks for this vid lol. Dude matt you nailed this thing; coolest bagger ive ever seen...exactly what I'm building as well, "performance geezer" that is gold🤘👍 saddlemen rider backrest, heel shifter, stock exhaust; I'm 35 and getting old is awesome lol😂 I won't go 5 mi without that backrest, you'll never take it off again👍

[@MattLaidlaw]

Haha thanks man! Performance Geezer is the way to go man. Glad I could help inspire you a bit. So you got the same CVO? Black? Enjoy the bike man. That’s rad.

[@Gunblade1111]

@@MattLaidlaw I have a 21 vivid black rg special, same roadsofa but gold🤘 yt won't let me post a pic lol.

[@Gunblade1111]

@@MattLaidlaw gonna do the chopped tour pak and make my own pullback t bars cuz im 5'6 tho lol🤘

[@toddaod295]

Your perfect bike...and what a magnificent machine indeed!! Mirrors? I really like the Profile Mirrors from HD, beefy stems and a nice wide field of view. Thanks for sharing your upgrades! Matt!

[@roadglide1142]

Absolutely luv what you did in this video to your CVO ST! However what will set it apart from all the rest is a Screamin Eagle 135” crate engine with Khrome werks Black Obsidian Chrome 4.5 HP’s! I did this to my 2022 Road Glide Limited! Geezer performance Edition . I Absolutely luv it ! 👍💪

[@steverossi5585]

Nice ride Matt! Love how it looks and how nicely you have a CVO setup for touring! Best of both worlds! One recommendation I'll make, is to use a seat cover with that beautiful Saddleman seat when it rains! I have the RoadSofa, (with green stitch to match my Kinetic Green Electra Glide), but I opted for the "carbon fiber" leather with the stitching, instead of the perforated leather. But still when it rains the water seeps through the stitching and soaks the foam underneath. It takes a long time to dry that out, so my butt is wet for a few days. Now I use the seat cover every time there is a chance of rain when I'm on the road! Looking forward to your road trip videos on the Performance Geezer!

[@g-man2045]

I really appreciate the changes you made with comfort and styling. You do need Saddleman to match the backrest.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, I’ll probably have them do that

[@jasonmeyer287]

Luv everything about the build.I’m into geezer performance as it is going to be the next Harley trend. Welcome to touring motorcycle heaven😊

[@DMobley232]

I was holding off getting this bike because of no option for your pack, this is fricking awesome.

[@markmcintosh7095]

I really like mine. I don't think you will be sorry if you buy one.

[@MarkR973]

Hey Matt put the heat shield deflectors on… great build, all the best!

[@MattLaidlaw]

I might. Thanks man

[@markmcintosh7095]

My local dealer said that the bracket was back ordered until September. I'm calling your parts department. Great video. Thanks

[@matthewlaidlaw436]

I may have been! I think we had to get one from a local dealer or something. It was hard to get!

[@fltrxst22]

Good luck, dealerships won’t sell new Harley parts outside of their “area” due to rules from the Moco

[@WolfinWolvesClothing713]

​@fltrxstcruzmissile milwaukee harley sells stuff on ebay. Maybe you talked to the wrong dealer.

[@mickeygaines007]

That is a fantastic looking setup! If it is comfortable for you and does what you want it to, that’s the big thing. A lot of people neglect comfort on their bike I think because they feel they have to keep up with their buddy that’s got that 120hp build or whatever. I’m a 5’4 guy on a road king special so I got the LePera TailWhip step up and the difference is incredible. I always tell people when they ask me, make your bike comfortable and able to do what you need it to do before doing performance stuff. You can kill yourself plenty easy on a stock Harley!

[@fenrarebreedsav2594]

Congrats on your build; I made the same upgrades to mine. Went with the progressive relocation kit due to Harley not having a solution at the time. I went with the King tour pack and went with the Empire collection for floor boards and mirrors. You did give me an idea with the crash bar, because I was looking at the frame mounted highway pegs. Again good job and be safe .

[@dillans]

Great job Matt! 🔥. Probably need to add the matching mirrors next. Also, as a tall dude myself…I get footboard extenders…moves the boards outward.

[@stephanebrochu2627]

looking Great ! all the added parts make the bike look even better.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks! It’s ready for the road trips that’s for sure.

[@elcaviteno2523]

Loved how your bike looks like now and noticed that your voice on the start of the video says that you’re super stoked with the upgrades!

[@PerfectMalf]

If you love pipes keep them. No need to impress us! Do you man. Love everything you put out.

[@jean-pierred1094]

Glad to see that you decided to go with the Saddlemen Road Sofa as I did. Same specs but regular size for me. Still waiting for my Rinehart 45 DBXs matched to the ST headers (gloss black vs flat black). I love the look of the original pipes but they sound lame. The Rineharts are going to look AND sound amazing.

[@Scotty17ish]

Congrats. Love the changes. Way to make it yours and still has style points.

[@indianbill3123]

if it ain’t broke don’t fix it…that stock CVO exhaust is perfect.

[@director2bob]

When I heard the tone of the new exhaust and engine upgrade in the video Matt made about this new CVO a month ago and I almost shit myself. Maybe the sweetest tone I ever heard in any Harley and even asked Matt in the other video if that was the stock exhaust that comes on a CVO because the tone was EPIC. I get It's all personal preference but go check out his other video to hear what this build/exhaust sound like. . I even put time stamps in his other video so you can jump right to the two times he takes bike out and shows that amazing torque & tone. And congrats to you for owning a CVO Street Glide. I wish I had the money. Going with either the low Rider ST or Street Glide ST and a stage 2. Safe travels my friend🙏

[@cat1racer]

That fits you perfect, I'm 6'3 and like the big touring frames. I had a softail and looked like King Kong on it.

[@recklessrt]

Finally you get a bike worthy of all your hard work and contributions to The Motor Company. Ride safe, ride free - brother!

[@michaelharvey4731]

Matt, you nailed it for me with them upgrades! I’m so pleased for you & totally envious. I would do exactly the same if I had one. For me it was the Saddlemen seat. So pleased they actually do one that gives you the extra legroom. Then the footboards, nice. All other upgrades were well thought out too. So go on. What’s this gonna cost to replicate what you’ve done? Also I’m hoping for a long demo ride video and overall verdict. This is the bike I wish to own! I also agree that the mirrors have gotta go. I went with the black custom profile mirrors on my CVO and they look good. However they do move inwards at speeds over 80 mph. Can’t wait until the next vid! Bring it on Matt! 🏍️🔥👊😊👍

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Michael. I'll have plenty of videos to come on the bike and talking about how it's shaping up for me etc. Your mirror rotate inwards at 80? You gotta tighten them up more! That's not good. Anyways, thanks for the comment. take care

[@thangknowa3288]

Yes, great choices Matt, looking forward to your "Road Report"!

[@raynavarra]

Been looking forward to this video Matt. Love the mods for sure. The bars are sweet. I will say, I just bought a tour pack for my SG. I bought it from HogWorkz. I have no regrets at all. There stuff is high quality, top level materials. Paint is 100% spot on. I compared it next to my buddies HD pack. The quality was perfect if not better, imho. There hardware is also unbelievably well made and chrome or powder coat is perfect. For me Matt, the HogWorkz is super affordable. Not cheap at all but way cheaper than HD. I get why you have to promote the HD stuff. It’s all good. Just trying to help out those who don’t have the finances.

[@vmotobiker]

Matt! Another great looking customization! Enjoy that awesome ST!

[@matthewlaidlaw436]

Thank you!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you Sir

[@oztoob]

Totally agree about backrest. Love my Road King. Love my backrest even more

[@mark2graves-MC]

I like your subtle but functional changes

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks!

[@anchorsaweigh9893]

Harley did such a great job with the CVOs recently. Your upgrades were well done sir. Ride safe 🤙🏽

[@patrickcaudill2939]

Truly enjoyed this video. John is really a great tech.

[@mojomanmurph1925]

Looking very clean! Keep the stock exhaust on. It looks really good on that bike.

[@ThatBMXDude77]

Performance geezer is the way. It looks amazing!!

[@TheJedRides]

Looks great, Matt. Let’s ride!

[@OGAUGERxR]

It's a gorgeous bike Matt and it's yours so... Make it your own! 👍

[@derekday7026]

I don’t comment much here but I really like this bike, better than the white one which I thought looked like something from Star Wars. Love your videos!

[@jimregal928]

I just installed a Müller 2.0 easy clutch with cable tube what a game changer 2024 CVO

[@harryhowell5644]

That looks really nice matt. I'm waiting for the road glide limited cvo . Should have most of that standard.

[@LeroyFry-bd3sc]

Now looking at your billed I am heavily leaning towards the 24 up date very Nice

[@Neocleese]

Matt in the words of Darth Vader "Impressive, Most Impressive" your new bike is fantastic looking and those additions I hope will make for lots of open road riding in comfort for you and your wife. Great vlog and thanks again.

[@Hallowedpoint85]

I can't even imagine the money put into this, let alone the crazy price of the bike itself. This is only things I could dream of. My little 19 heritage will be my baby forever lol

[@andromedach]

got to love a riding community where the you have to lock your bags to your bike because your fellow Harley rider will steal them. One issue I found when I tried out a handle bar mount is using wireless carplay my phone gets hot and the sunlight from sitting out pushed it over the edge and it would shut down. Drivers backrests are a near requirement because once you have one you really don't go back

[@MattLaidlaw]

That’s the world we live in unfortunately. Better safe than sorry. Yea, if the phones get hot I’ll throw it in the glove box.

[@FishAreGoodSwimmers-ph3xb]

Your videos are great Matt! Informative. Thank you for all you do!

[@jbluet]

Bike looks awesome Matt! Congrats!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you sir

[@BigSarge-on-2s]

That's a hell of a build!!! Love it. Pretty close to what I did, but with a standard 24 Road Glide with a stage II..

[@MattLaidlaw]

Right on enjoy the bike man. Great minds think alike.

[@maveryckstevensonesq9397]

Rider backrest! Yes! I'm on a road trip today through Saunday. Popped on my rider backrest. I forgot how much it helps. So I'm with you on that tip! Hahahahaha

[@gwattsjr]

Great build! I’d love to see more manufacturers release a dark chrome, or as GMC calls it “Vader Chrome”, finish on their products, H-D included. I know Khrome Werks has it for some of their exhausts. I’d love to throw a 2-1 D&D Billet Cat in black chrome on your bike.

[@bennylynn6211]

That bike looks really slick! Didn’t think it would look that good.👍🏼

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. 👍🏼

[@landonkip]

Outstanding job Matt. I've been looking at the new 24's and the standard RG/SG just doesn't have that pop I had with my 20 SG Special. The CVO ST has that Bad Ass look I crave, but like you, my wife rides and I needed some passenger comfort. Excited to see your update video with all of the new additions to the bike which looks absolutely awesome. Great job man!

[@larrywilson7933]

Matt, perhaps if you could find someone that has access to a machine shop, I wonder if you you could have them make a bracket so you could use the smaller floorboards that came on your CVO for passenger floorboards? They might be too large, but it’s a thought. You’d think H-D would make a matching set for the rear, maybe they will in the future. I know my wife hates pegs, so I put the matching floorboards on my ‘21 RGS. I appreciate your channel and look forward to seeing new videos. I really enjoy the longer road trips you and your crew go on.

[@drsparwaga]

Looking good Matt. I am in LA again over the winter. Maybe I am able to pop over again and have a look at your new bike.

[@billsmith5069]

Matt, well thought out, and well sorted. LOVE your new bike. Fran

[@ryanday6732]

Matt, that’s a stunning bike-well deserved! Now, if only Harley would bring down the prices on their touring bikes, maybe more young riders would jump on board. They’d definitely see more of us on the road! But seriously, congratulations, Matt. Enjoy the ride!

[@michaelhopkins2221]

Hi Matt, I watch ur videos all the time. I like ur new cvo and I like the changes you made, looks good and adds comfort, hard to achieve both! I would do the red metel bolt covers if it were my bike, can't remember the company's name but they are very nice, and come off with a pull to do work. Keep it up, ride safe😊

[@MattLaidlaw]

Santoro! That would probably look good.

[@RamboAdventures-oi1mn]

Glad to see you keeping the family name going. Was completely dissed by Bartels in MDR back in 1993 as they thought I wasn't a real customer. Bought a Fatboy cash from you folks the next day. Cheers!

[@mas3292]

Nice job Matt! Make that awesome bike your own!

[@blondiejoe]

Super cool. Looking forward to seeing it in action on the next trip video!

[@zonktified1247]

WOW Matt! Talk about drooling over a bike! Very tastefully done.

[@matthewlaidlaw436]

Thank you sir!

[@genefeasel3262]

You have great taste bro! My ‘99 Road King and I love your attention to detail. Keep up the great content.

[@michaelpullen6812]

Outstanding upgrades, making a great machine even better! See you in Sturgis!😊

[@id10tcertified]

Be glad you don't live in Australia, we can't get enough of these, the few we do get are sold before leaving the USA and the dealerships have no clue when more are coming which makes pre ordering a headfπ€k (plenty of VVT's and 117's) so may end up building a 117 to 131 with Ohlin's... It's a bugger coz this is the first ever Harley that I'd be happy to leave as it came and at 70 years old will likely be my last new bike, would definitely be a long term keeper: not cheap over here at $63,000 AUD... I've never considered or been able to afford a bike more than half this price but now that I can I can't effing get one.

[@vasu925]

Until I watched this video I was confused why you went with the ST for your touring use case. Now I get it. Better yet, I showed my wife your set up and she likes it. A month ago she was like “we don’t need a new Harley”. Now, we are at maybe. Review the bike after a 2-up and I bet she will be at “ get a CVO”. I may be dreaming but that is ok too.

[@robandangie7775]

Fantastic! You just made my dream bike! Thanks for sharing.

[@kstuber564]

You nailed it Matt!

[@realmrtucker7163]

Now we just a full list of parts! Looks epic!

[@roadkingnothing]

Done a great job with that Matt, looks fantastic! Looking forward to the road trips ✌

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. 👍🏼

[@RichardTrickel]

Beautiful bike, and great job with the upgrades, you made it better!!!!

[@kw8761]

Love this bike in Black and with the details.

[@gymratt88]

congrats! you nailed it.. "performance geezer" is perfect. prob could have bought a normal cvo and got all the details ... swapped in the 135 crate engine and had even a bit more for the 2 up.

[@bobrose3298]

Bike looks great. You should do a giveaway for the parts you took off. I’d love that Flat Out Bar!

[@K9RickRet]

Sweet! Making it your own! 👍

[@TheRubaga]

Great mods! Thanks for sharing. Look forward to riding report

[@MattLaidlaw]

Coming soon hopefully

[@ButtonMasherlighting]

Nice Matt. I parked next to you the other day when I came into laidlaws to buy more parts. I ended up buying all thrashin stuff. You already had your set up done. Looks solid. I’ll be getting my handlebars and such done in the next week or so.

[@treyscott4599]

Looks badass brother 🤘 can't wait for the trip videos 🤙

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man.