9 Essential mods for your Harley Davidson motorcycle. Must do mods M8 114 Street Glide Special

Here are the essential mods for your Harley Davidson motorcycle based on 30 years of riding Harley's. These are the bare minimum mods I have made on all my Harley's including my current black on black M8 114 Street Glide Special.
Let me know in the comments what you have done to your Harley - especially if you have a Street Glide. What are your essential - must have mods?
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[@harleybvaughan]

The best mod I made on my 2019 Street Glide Special was I replaced the rear shocks with Ohlins. I am 330 pounds and the 13 inch Ohlins have improved the ride immensely. I also added a taller windscreen which I got from Harley. The removable tour pak was a welcome addition as I have ridden from my home in Virginia Beach, Virginia to 49 of the 50 states (haven't done Hawaii) and being able to secure my helmet and extra gear in the tour pak is great. I enjoy your insights and common sense approach.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you, yes better shocks make a huge difference

[@oldsparky14]

I have Ohlins as well on my RKS best mod I have done

[@Paul-xy5ef]

Spent 10k on a variety of upgrades. High flow intake. Woods performance cam. D&D two into one exhaust. Upgraded the 2017 M8 jugs to a 114. High compression pistons. Street Glide Special is now putting out 135 foot pounds of torgue coming on early and holding until hp reaches the peak. Yes, they voided the warranty but was only told that after I had purchased the extended warranty - 56k miles and everything has worked fantastic.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your input, that's the way to go

[@anthonysaucier2919]

I have a 2008 street glide. I changed all the lights on the bike to led. That includes the headlight, fog lights, front and rear blinkers, the taillight and the lower rear fender light. The visibility for me and everyone on the roads around me is incredible. I have people all the time saying how much more visible my bike is compared to any of the stock bikes.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Yep essential

[@Fever_Rides]

Enjoy the channel! I’m on a 2023 Street Glide ST. I put 12” KST bars on my bike and an extended seat from Bad Boyz cycles in California. I’m 6’3 and the seat really helped my comfort. The riding position is great now! Thanks!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, that's much appreciated - how do you find the KST bars? I was looking at them but the postage was 4 times the price of the bars lol

[@Fever_Rides]

@@OldNotDead-Club they work well for me. You can get the correct height out of any bar, but the angle is what’s perfect for me with KST. I have some nerve damage in my neck, so I need my wrists as neutral as possible. Sorry to hear about freight. If you ever need someone to ship something, I’m glad to help. Us Americans are spoiled with free shipping and 2 day wait times.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

@@Fever_Rides Thanks, that's appreciated

[@dirtychevyful]

Being 6’4” myself I can honestly say you won’t know comfort until you do at least 12” bars on the bike. I have 14” and I love them! No upper back pain or shoulder pain ever

[@OldNotDead-Club]

You are probably right but at the moment I have no pain in my back or shoulders - so low incentive to change

[@aatty03]

12” and higher bars make a huge difference in feeling you have more room.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, 12 would put my hands above the fairing I think?

[@hoyt15flhtk82]

​@@OldNotDead-Club 12" bars will put you just under the batwing, that's what I have on my 15 limited. Like you wanted to stay below due to cold weather riding down to °15f. I'm 6.4 also and is extremely more comfortable ride than stock bars. You definitely won't regret doing it. RIDE SAFE

[@ShaneHorlock]

I recently went with the Avon Cobra Chrome's front and rear. Mate! The difference over stock Dunlops is chalk and cheese. The turn in is so smooth. Grip on the exit is solid. Only other parameter is longevity, but still early days. I rate these hoops 9 outta 10 so far

[@Jonathan-L]

I'm currently on a Metzeler Cruisetec (front) and a Marathon ME888 on the rear. The bike rides really nice, especially with the Cruisetec on the front. But, I'm curious as to how the Avon CC's compare with the the Metzeler Cruisetecs.

[@user-os3xe2lw2d]

Just bought my first Harley. Its a 2014 Street Glide. My last bike was a Victory Vegas Jackpot. There is nothing like a Harley. At 68 it makes me feel 35 again. My bike has upgraded options you spoke about. Not knowing what internal upgrades have been done keeps me wondering. I have the Rhinehard slipons and 6 inch high rise bars. Plus a Screaming Eagle high flow air cleaner. The add on tuner option may be my next purchase. It may give me a better idea what engine mods have been done. My Glide has 80,000 miles so a complete engine owner teardown and buildup will follow next Winter. Not to improve power as much as I want to know first hand what I have. I will build with the best upgraded parts. What I paid for this bike I can justify spending a lot on it. I enjoy the bike so much I doubt I will ever sell it. Probably my last bike. I did appreciate your video and will watch everyone. Thank you

[@finao8231]

I'm a small biker at 5'6 160lb. First bike ever and didn't want to work up to my dream bike so I just went all in and bought myself a black out '21 Street glide special. Only mods I have is LED signals, klockwerks 4" deflector and Rinehart slip-ons. Other than that I'm pretty happy with the performance and looks of my Harley.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your comment - great bike, Im sure you will love it for a long time

[@Melixetyan]

Did you anything to adjust your tall? I am 5,7 and 170 lbs, im afraid its a bit big for me, difficult to put both legs down

[@finao8231]

@@Melixetyan no adjust yet just tip toeing and have been ever since even with two up riding. I will eventually do some mods and air ride for a different look of my bike. So hopefully then I will be able to flat foot my bike at stops!

[@jjg1962]

I have a new Road King, I've changed the seat to a Le Pera Maverick which gives an extra 2 inches of leg room, installed Legend suspension front and rear, and added a breather so the gases from the rocker box breathers doesn't go back into the air cleaner. I haven't tampered with the engine or exhaust (I have another Harley with a loud exhaust and like having a quieter bike as well) as I find the M8 engine provided plenty of performance for the spirited riding I enjoy. The suspension upgrade made a huge improvement in the stability of the bike in corners and straights at speed so I found myself riding 10-20mph faster anyway.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Yeah suspension helps a lot. Love those Lepera seats!

[@user-oj5ei7sp3c]

Great videos! I added Fatbaggers 10" Meat hook style bars to my 2018 Street Glide Special and really like the neutral position they put my arms and hands in. Hands right at top of fairing. Ride safe.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Sounds great! Love to see a picture (post in our FB group)

[@chrisrestifo7010]

I rebuilt everything on my 76 XLH. Granted I got it for $2,000 in crates. Every nut and bolt has been in my hands. Hell, the only old parts left are the frame and myself, 😆 She's 47 year's old ,but she's a beaut!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Agree!

[@nelsongn9]

I live in Atlanta Georgia I'm on my first Harley I'm 53 I just start riding a couple of years ago I enjoy your content and your style of delivery very easy to follow I will continue to support your Channel

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you very much I will do my best to keep them videos coming!

[@jameskiehm546]

I had slip ons but went back to stock. I wanted a quieter ride for long distance rides.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

I can understand that

[@joesbuell]

I'm 6'5" and have a street glide special and I'm using 10" Klockwerx cliphanger bars. They are adjustable and keep your hands still behind the fairing but you have to change your mirrors. Nice bike and sweet mods 🍻

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, sounds great - i will look them up

[@axel8745]

I am 6.1 and have a 2022 Low Rider S, replaced the stock seat with the tallboy seat from HD, replaced the exhaust with the 2-1 from Jekyl&Hide and also had a Don performance tune done.The exhaust is adjustable with a valve and has 3 positions from which I can choose the sound (electronically controlled with a button on the steering wheel).

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thats a cool idea for the exhaust, im impressed

[@GARamblinMan]

I put Vance & Hines Eliminator 300 slip ons on my 2020 Heritage Classic 114 and am very happy with them. The Harley-Davidson dealer told me I had to use the Harley-Davidson Screaming Eagle tuner to keep my warranty in tact. I wanted to use the V&H FP3 tuner but decided not to risk the warranty. I’m happy with it. Great informative video. All great ideas. I’m 6’ tall and the Mustang seat with the backrest was a great mod for me. Ride safe my friend.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your comment - enjoy your bike and the channel!

[@charlesalden3729]

❤

[@roadkingrider6532]

I’m 6’4” as well. On my RK I did the extended reach road sofa, floorboard extenders, and extended shifters and brake lever. Bike fits me perfectly now.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Sounds great, I love the Road King - almost bought it myself

[@roadkingrider6532]

@@OldNotDead-Club well it’s my first Harley. I can’t imagine ever getting anything else. It’s been a great bike. I do at times miss having a gps and all. However I normally ride with a Bluetooth helmet so it’s not bad.

[@shaneconnors757]

Yep! For Sure the Floor Board Extenders,stop the knee aches on a long trip

[@anthonysantora4924]

What’s everybody over 6’ on this site haha. I have a 2014 Heritage softail, I upgraded my cam to a woods 222, and upgraded the oil pump cam plate with SS parts plus cam chain tensioners push rods and tappets. I pull 100.22 ft lads of torque. I have Reinhart exhaust love the bike the color is mysterious red with white walls. Closing in on 50K miles. I love the Fat boy in your other video. Stay safe

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks and you too

[@Ridendrty]

Couple other mods that were fantastic bang for buck performance tricks. 1) go down a tooth on the rear .. it makes the bike much quicker 2) when you replace the cam have the heads shaved to raise compression.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, its endless isn't it

[@Ninjafluff]

I picked up a Billiard Red 2021 Fat Bob 114. It now has the 131 Stage IV with a Two Brothers Racing Comp S 2 into 1 exhaust and the Screamin Eagle Heavy Breather intake. It's been dyno tuned at 145 Horsepower and 160 Foot pounds (217 NM) of torque to the rear tire. I've also got the BungKing crash bars front and rear, blacked out controls from top to bottom, and LED smoked brake/turn indicators front and rear. It's my first Harley. I, like you, used to be nothing but a sport bike rider. But after years of that, and loving longer and longer rides, I wanted to step into a cruiser bike. I love the stance, height, and overall look of the Fat Bob. This thing rips. Have fun out there, and try to keep your rides wheel side down.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Awesome bike! Thanks for commenting

[@Ninjafluff]

@OldNotDead-Club absolutely! Thanks for what you do. Just came across your channel a couple days ago. Keep it up bud, you're doing great things.

[@Seventurns9]

I have a 2020 Heritage 107, torque cam, Rinehart 2-into-2, and had to keep the SE tuner for warranty. The day my warranty expired I bought and installed the Dynojet Power Vision tuner from Fuel Moto and flashed their tune. It was incredible the gains that I got and didn't even autotune it. Highly recommend them. Thanks

[@OldNotDead-Club]

My pleasure and great bike you have

[@GARamblinMan]

I have a 2020 Heritage 114 and I added Vance & Hines slip ons and used the screaming eagle tuner from HD to preserve the warranty too. Do you think the torque cam made a big difference for you?

[@jokes813]

6’4?! Save some height for the rest of us! I’m 23 from England, saved up enough to do my unrestricted test soon then begins the saving for a road king 😎 love the videos and you and your bike are awesome and always a great watch👍

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you very much - good luck with your test and you will love the road king

[@jeffmartin6200]

I have had a 2016 fatboyS a 2016 SGS and currently on a 2021 RGS. All bikes the seat, slipons, bars and wind screen. The SGS had legend suspension front and rear revoA. The RGS replaced the 12” shocks with OEM 13” shocks, a saddleman roadsofa reach seat, wind vest 14” windscreen and 14” bars. No meat hooks. On my SGS klockworks ergo bars were amazing. I’m 6’2” 235# 34” inseam.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks sounds like you have a great setup

[@glennwingfield8681]

I have a 2017 Street Glide I bought new. After a 1000 miles I put a Stage one on it as well as new headers. I drove it that way about 3 years. Then last summer I installed the S&S 475 cam plate like you did. I also purchase the Dyno Tune from Fuel Motto. It kept giving me the same error as you described. And you are right, Fuel Motto bent over backwards to get me satisfied. But I eventually went and purchased and added the Dyno Tune that stays onboard and it calibrates its self. A little costly but man it will scat. I have 12” Dominator 1 1/2” Meat Hooks coming. Can’t wait to install those.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks - have you noticed a difference or improvement from the FM tune?

[@brucewinter1057]

I have a 2011 Road King. Only had it a few months after selling a Sportster after a few months as it was too small for me. I also have a BMW GS for faster and off road riding. The Road king is growing on me but I think I need a better seat and some 14” Carlini Gangster ape bars to get my hands away from my knees. These bars look like the right thing for me but it’s a bit of a spend when all the cables, brake lines and wiring is considered.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Yes it can be costly to make the mods especially if you are running multiple bikes. It is very rewarding once you get your bike right

[@DunnyBrushNZ]

I have a 2020 SGS, I have stage 1 done, Ive added an apple carplay module, a higher windscreen-Memphis shade, I have 14inch bars, Repalced stock Derby cover and fuel cover. Also have saddle bag organisers (these are great for keeping tools etc together). LED glow kit for under body lighting. I have front wind deflectors, heated grips. Stock seat and suspension at this stage. Great video, gave me some ideas :)

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks - i have the saddle bag organisers also - they are very handy

[@danielsouthern411]

I've got an 05 road king classic I have a stage one thunder header with tune . I put a tour pack for long trips and a taller windscreen a different seat and highway pegs as well

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for watching, love the RK

[@michaelspicer1236]

For starters, your bike sounds amazing! You gave a great coaching type of video, cheers on that! I have an 07 TC , Fatboy with a good charge of these mods. It's got a screaming eagle carburetor, high flow air breather, a choppy cam and two into one Bassonni pipes on her. More to do! Keep the shiny side up and the greasy side down!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks that's much appreciated. Hope you enjoy the channel

[@nikitis13]

7:26 😉👍Bang on! Glorious is the 114. Have the Street Bob 114 with a full system, Cobra 909 Speedsters. I absolutely love this bike 🙂. Still being run-in, first service will see a stage 2, undecided on what type at the moment. Perhaps a seat change, stocker doesn't cause grief so might even leave it. Other than that a sissy bar and rack for some luggage. Agree, stock Dunlops are ok in the dry, sketchy in the wet 😐, and not a lot of feel on the edge.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for watching

[@Akaiza_Zerzay]

I ride a 2017 HD SGS. I've had it for 3 years, it's 99% stock I've just been riding and maintaining. I plan on doing the handle bars and the slip ons before summer. Those Reinhart sound awesome

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks the pipes do sound good, had them on two street glides so far

[@hoyt15flhtk82]

​@Old Not Dead it does sound good and all Harleys do when idle is lowered. But to low is bad also. I would say yours is to low and not getting oil pumped up to top of motor, not good for motor. Gage may show pressured but is turning fast enough to keep pushing up tube, so free falls back down tunes. Your ride do what ya want Brother!!!

[@JamesWatsonPA]

My dealer told me my 21 rgs did already have a high flow filter & didn't need anything more when I went with a stage 2 setup. Nice video.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you very much

[@user-hr7rf1sy9t]

Enjoyed the video. Agree with your mods. Especially the tires. I have a 2019 CVO Street Glide. Love it . Bought it thinking no need to mod lol. Have changed out pipes to Rhinehart slip ons, new cam for increase in torque (damn that was nice), and changed out bars to black 10" Yaffe bars. So much better for distance riding. I find the hand positon more relaxing with less shoulder/wrist cramping as I am 6'1. Also changed out signal lights for some bright LED flashers for more notice at night. Keep the rubber side down and happy riding

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks - enjoy the bike and ride safe

[@alleyoop1234]

I recently got a 2006 Road Glide from a close friend that bought a new RG last year. It has a S&S T111(.585" cam) engine that had a S&S Super Desperado Teardrop air cleaner. I replaced that with a Screamin Eagle Chisel Extreme billet air cleaner, and now I need to up the fuel injector size as it lays over with anything more than about 1/2 throttle or so. That S&S air cleaner was restrictive!

[@LyntisMoten]

Hi. I have a 2023 SGS. My upgrades/Mods Khrome Werkz Dominator complete exhaust, Harley torque cam job with the ventilator air box. After my warranty runs out I will change to SS475. Also installed the color matched tour pak and lower fairings from Advanblack. I have changed every light to LED and added some from Custom Dynamics.If there were such a thing, I'd have a Street Glide "Limited" lol

[@BrizBiker]

Hoglights led drl turn signals are great option too with smoked lens and Kuryakyn extended brake lever make it more comfortable

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, I will look into the indicators. I have used extended brake levers before on all my bikes and have one on now - it's not Kuryakyn - it might be "Softbrake" - I don't remember

[@joekirwan4098]

I have a street glide special. Added a cam, seat, pipes, tuning. But the big comfort item and I didn’t know it at the time was a klockwerks screen. It throws rain and wind over and to the side and adds downforce when you are getting up in the triple mph figures (allegedly)😎

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, I tried one once but the standard SG screen was better - might be my height? Great bike the SG special

[@hd114ul7]

That cam sounds awesome!!!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you - I think so too

[@user-fu8eg1wh1t]

Love your videos, my name is Anthony I have 2022 street glide special, I've done the slip ons with the high flow air , I have found a company in the US that do a tunnel ram for harley m8 , you do have to change your throttle body to minimum 58 mm this paired up with their 2 to 1 stainless shorty system is producing awesome numbers , I'll so do the same and s cam

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks much appreciated

[@regulatorg573]

Great video! I’ve got a 20 RGS withe the 14 inch Factory 47 bars which I love. I’m 6’4” too and find the fit to be spot on. They go great with my extended reach road sofa from Saddleman. Now I feel like the bike fits me well. Can’t wait to see what other mods you make! Cheers!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for the kind the words.

[@adammccallon7952]

Great video! I have a 2020 road glide and I’ve done many of the modifications you mentioned. I’m also a taller dude. One thing you touched on was suspension. I went with the Ohlins Screaming Eagle remote reservoir for the rears and Ohlins cartridge/spring kits for the front. HUGE IMPROVEMENT!! Thanks again and ride safely!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, probably the next thing I do

[@kevincraig8257]

2020 CVO RG a Kloxkwerks 9 and a set of chizeld low bars Ohlins 13" with the 21" front tire it sets fairly level I really need a new good 2up seat that will move me about an inch forward Im already more then flat footing the bike oh I love the bike my third cvo 4th HD I like the stock sound and has enough get up and go for me

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your comment, see my "apology" video re the RG - awesome bike

[@johnhoffman3598]

I have an 2018 ultra limited I put 10 LA choppers bars you don’t have to extend the cables. Not sure how they will work with the street glide mirrors. Great channel enjoy the content.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Sounds great! Thanks

[@JohnRodriguez-ts6vt]

I have a 2021 SGS and I love my LA choppers 8 inch mini apes. Most comfortable for me at 5.10

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Great to see how many street glide rider there are. I thought that was the height of standard bars? Are yours a different shape?

[@beauxdutaman7450]

i have a 2013 heritage 110 anniversary, did a cam drive change from chain to gear, and cam is a bit different. so it rain kind of rough at idle and when slowing down. got a fuel pak 3 turner and Vance and Hinds sent me a new map. it runs a lot better now. also got a oil filter cooler, which is a pernament oil filter, but you do have to take it off and clean the 5 micorn screen when changing oil.

[@ITYWITFL]

My Bike is a 2018 SGS 107cu in with the Hard Candy Custom Hot Rod Red Paint. First change was a Corbin seat that I broke in on a 4,000-mile 9-day trip in the western US. I've done cosmetic/safety mods including the headlight upgrade to LED, the factory lamp is garbage for that year, and LED turn signals from Custom Dynamics. New H-D shift linkage and taller Windscreen with H-D edge cut trim. I have the Harley Davidson Screamin' Eagle Ventilator Extreme and just purchased Vance and Hines Eliminator 400's, PCX Power Dual Headers and FP4 tuner. Any feedback on my stage one upgrades will be appreciated. You have a Great Channel!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks - its sounds like you have a great paint job, would love to see that

[@robertperry5272]

I recently bought a new 2023 Road Glide I have changed all the lights to led also added bag lights then I’ve changed the seat to one from Bad Boyzs also added slip ons from Tabs the 50 cal Zombies And added floor boards for my wife Next I’m thinking about doing the stereo hog tunes has a amp and speaker kit

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your comment, awesome bike and the mods can be never ending. Check out this video where i ride a RG www.oldnotdead.club/articles/riding-the-road-glide-st-131-stage-4-harley-davidson-road-glide-st

[@alfadrone]

2022 Fat Boy @ the Harley dealer shop now having a stage 4 installed. Still under warranty just got it about 3 weeks earlier

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Very nice! - I wish we could do pictures in the comments

[@orlandominichiello]

Great channel name.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you very much

[@moto-minimalist8196]

Cool video. If you can get your wife to sit on a Le Pera seat for an hour, you are a superhero my man. My wife draws the limit at 30 minutes each way. Cheers.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Lol, i will get around to finding a sofa type seat that also gives me enough leg room

[@matthewcrowden8455]

Good video mate. I have a streetglide special as well. First mod was vance and Hines slip ons. Then clock werx screen, and highway pegs. Made a massive difference to comfort. Then did a hogworks sissy bar and rack. I love it. Getting a whim and headset next… so I can get full functionality of the stereo (apple car play) and hopefully better sound quality from the headset over the speakers on the bike because they’re pretty average.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Great mods, I have had V& H slip ons before they sound great. Lol, I have never used the stereo on 2 street glides now - but the GPS is great!

[@sublimekid247]

if only the 475 on paper didnt sway me away as I like the bottom end of the star 30/30. I have a star 30/30 cam coming same header pipes you got the jackpot 2-1-2. I have the GNX slipons and I am excited based off of how yours sounds but mine might be a bit more mellow as the 475 has a really awesome choppy idle . I have a 2023 Streetglide ST. I have done a bronze windscreen from HD, HD dominion (bronze Grips)12" KST Mayham Bars (no extension required but clutch cable is nearly at max) S&S GNX slip ons apple carplay adapter ($9 off amazon) amazon plastic lowers (unsure if I like hard lowers vs going soft lowers) crashbar for lowers (unsure of the brand) power vision tuner tuned through fuel moto. Eagle lights Gen 3 head light diode dynamics front turn signals eagle lights rear turn signals (had issues with the fronts not syncing correctly so stole the set I was going to use on my sportster flip project) I have like i said on the way star 30/30 cam S&S cam kit (plate oil pump pushrods the works) Jackpot 2-1-2 catless headpipe Fox 13" rear shocks Future plans replace the prone to failure plastic intake manifold new throttle body 5.5 injectors fuel rail passenger peg mounts and dominion pegs (ST is setup as a solo bike) Born Scum (saddleman) step up just unsure on pattern and design yet going to do a rear turn signal delete and run cvo style fender lights (run brake turn) probably going to stay 117ci but I will see how long that lasts if I go big might go 124/128. pretty sure going 131+ it gets VERY expensive to build correctly

[@tjzulu1]

I ride a 2017 Ultra Limited..at present it's all stock. My immediate intentions are to put on Vance & Hines power dual headers and 4" Vance Hines High Output slip ons and a VO2 X air intake rounded out by the Fuel Pak III tuner which I already have....great video brother!!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you much appreciated and that will breathe some life into your bike - awesome!

[@cameronoldfield4410]

Hey bloke great honest vid. You can ignore this perspective but the muffler inserts are not good for your engine. Let it breathe properly and tune it accordingly. They’re robbing you of power and destroying the scavenging effect of your headers as they’re making the exhaust gas compress inside the header. Just like with your intake any obstacles in exhausts are a negative. The easier it breathes in and out the more efficient which creates efficiency and therefore power. Good luck and see you out there mate 👌🏽

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your input, i haven't heard that before I will try and look into it

[@royceeason8680]

I ride a 2020 Street Glide. Hi flow air cleaner, street canon slip ons, screaming eagle spark plugs and wires, pro street tuner. It runs like a sewing machine on steroids. I never got used to the hydraulic clutch so I changed the actuator. Now have plenty of friction zone. I really don't intend on making any further modifications. Cam maybe.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, a cam and aftermarket tune will make it rumble and go hard.

[@RealHooksy]

2 must do mods to my Suzuki. Fill it with fuel. Adjust the levers. Ride it.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

You are correct but its a suzuki

[@rsanchez5676]

Stock Roadglide headlights are way better with two. Maybe Roadglide is your better fit.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks you are probably right about 2 lights being better than one

[@yepyep1013]

Hey Man, Greetings from the US.. Good overview vid! I currently have a 2020 HD Forty Eight. V&H FP3 fuel pack, Arlen Ness Big Sucker, Screaming Eagle 10mm Wires and Cobra RPT 3 inch Slip-Ons. Next step is a cam. Be safe out there! 🤙🏻

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, and welcome to the channel - the 48 is a very cool bike.

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

G'day mate. I was watching Whitey's video and he put me on your channel. Subbed and liked. PS: Your mods are spot on your bike. Eric

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hi Eric, thanks on all counts!

[@rollandklontz]

I usually do air cleaner and crankcase ventilation first.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

do you think the crank case ventilation has made a difference?

[@rollandklontz]

@@OldNotDead-Club Yes After venting the air cleaner I no longer get an oil residue in the air cleaner which means the pistons are not getting carboned up from burning oil. I also vented the trans cover. IMO the bike runs a little cooler and seems to be more responsive. But without out actual dyno testing I cannot say how much.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Have a look at my "part 2" video just out a few days ago re the oil coming from the air cleaner issue. Seems to work.

[@rollandklontz]

@@OldNotDead-Club I did watch the vid but, it's a Harley. I have had shovels, evo's, twin cams and now an m8 hot oily air coming out of the valve covers is just the nature of the design. With factory air cleaners the heads are vented into the air cleaner, and that hot oily air gets burned and leaves carbon deposits on the pistons as well as hot oily air increases cylinder temperatures and isn't very good for performance in general. I never had any dripping issues, but a thin film of oil covered the inside of the air cleaner and throttle body.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

ok, fair enough, thanks I get what you are trying to say

[@paulhasenberg4926]

07 Ultra, many of the same performance, lighting and looks additions as you did, but I also went internal and had the crank welded, polished and balanced along with a 107 CI big block kit, TB & Injectors. (Dyno 122hp & 126tq)LED lights everywhere and then speakers and bling. Can’t upgrade because I’ve got too much invested in this girl.😅 Coming to the end of the life of the stock clutch so that is next on the list. BTW - I just turned 64 so I’m also OND 😅 *would love to see a front suspension upgrade

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for watching, your bike sounds awesome

[@richardmorley4223]

I've got a nighttrain 2002 love it mate

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Nice they are VERY cool looking bikes

[@williamticker7724]

03 fatboy 100th anniversary edition 95ci stroker with drag pipes new 18" rims 12" ape hangers bars new mustache crash bar stage 2 hi flow air intake dyno tuned about to add the powervison tuner with the woods 666 cams & i love riding this bike now can't wait till i get my cams installed... but i am also about to get a new streetglide special

[@OldNotDead-Club]

You will love the Street Glide! Thanks for watching

[@whatsgoodjay9066]

Great video from a viewer in California! Just got my '22 Low Rider S and am considering full system exhaust (Horsepower Inc.), intake (S&S tear drop) and a tune.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hey congratulations, the low rider s look awesome. You will love the mods you have planned - changes the bike and makes it even better

[@levidon28]

Magnaflo exhaust sounds a lot better than Rinehart by far. Red shift cams are a better cam in my opinion.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks for your input - I haven't heard that exhaust - good to have choices

[@jamescampolo7824]

You are right. Harleys are chick magnets. After spending a small fortune on one, you might just land a three hundred pounder. Problem is, after that you have to spend a day cleaning up the snail tracks. lol

[@OldNotDead-Club]

lol you are hanging with the wrong crowd

[@jamescampolo7824]

@OldNotDead-Club Just an observation while on the road. I've always rode Rice. That way I know that it's me the girl wants.

[@rsanchez5676]

An m8 from dynojet information, wants back pressure. Most pipes will not provide enough back pressure

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, I believe that's why the inserts helped

[@robbyclark6915]

Hello from America. On my first Harley, a ‘21 Low Rider S. Haven’t done much to it as the wife is more keen on having a Harley as opposed to really “owning” a Harley. Just a Memphis Shades fairing, a 1finger clutch, some Cobra slip ons, a 2up seat, passenger pegs, the Harley quick detach sissy bar, some throw over saddle bags. Soon to add some risers (probably Kraus) and hopefully a cam before next summer! Maybe a nice 2 into 1 pipe if I can be really persuasive?

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hello to you too. The low rider s is awesome, congratulations a 2 into 1 would look great on that

[@forge3213]

The problem is that once you're done modding and don't want anymore, you start to get bored🙂

[@OldNotDead-Club]

lol, yes that can happen and then it's onto the next bike

[@RoysMotoVentures]

Nice video. Yeah I want to get a Power Vision and do a stage 1 and 2 on my Road Glide. 👍

[@OldNotDead-Club]

I think you will be super happy with that!

[@Andreas-yt9wv]

Very good video, your a cool dude! Got myself a low rider s lately with the 117 motor and will change it over a longer period. Love the bike already, also have a supermoto, its a different world.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hey thanks mate. Glad you like the low rider S - with a 117 that would be awesome

[@Andreas-yt9wv]

@@OldNotDead-Club i am breaking it in properly atm in the swiss mountains, cant wait until thats done, then its really a super nice cruiser and can deliver when you want it. What I love most about it is how relaxed it rides! Never thought to buy a Harley but after test riding I could not get it off my mind 😄

[@OldNotDead-Club]

I predict a fun future for you - great bike in the Swiss mountainside - seriously fun!

[@dongreer9082]

14” better handling and comfort with taller bars

[@OldNotDead-Club]

I have tried 14's on a friend's bike, got sore shoulders in less than 5 mins

[@scubasteve1236]

Badass bike!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you - it is!

[@scaperdaz3929]

Great Video Aymen, I’m looking to purchase a Streetglide special very soon so I’ll hit you up on some advice on some mods if that’s ok.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you very much - yes that's fine. You will love the Streetglide

[@josephbrown7655]

I usually get the same air cleaner

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Love the tear drop!

[@michaelhallas6450]

You are 100% right on the wind protection from your other video . I had a Road king before the SGS and rode it most of the time without the wind shield ,theirs a big difference . It looks more sleeker without it , but it beats your body up as well . Road king is nice you can see in front of the bike better , you also pay the price without no wind protection . Taking long rides you need it .Bat wing fairing is nice .

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks 100% agree with you

[@michaelhallas6450]

@@Shadrach666 The road king is a good bike , however with no windshield the wind pounds your chest and you feel it when you get off the bike . With the windshield you still do not get as much wind protection as the road glide or street glide . They are all good bikes , it just preference.

[@michaelhallas6450]

@@OldNotDead-Club I have both bikes

[@OldNotDead-Club]

@@Shadrach666 hard fast riding on a Harley is hard work without a screen. You are sitting upright and the wind beats into you. Try riding at 100mph for an extended period of time - sitting upright and without a screen it "beats you up"

[@Shadrach666]

@@michaelhallas6450 gotcha

[@rsanchez5676]

Dynojet will also tell you NOT to delete your catalytic converters on an m8. On a twin cam yes.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

I'm not sure how you could do this when you change the headers?

[@johnmiddleton6252]

Sounds awesome!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thank you

[@grayghost1423]

I have a Streetglide ST, replaced the seat, a Road Sofa, Neighbor Hater slipons, removable back rest/luggage rack, and highway pegs, taller windshield. No motor work, no tune.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Cool, great bike and thanks for your input

[@Melixetyan]

Any difference between SG ST and Special? Except the bronze stuff of course, which look great

[@grayghost1423]

@@Melixetyan the 117, suspension, and bags.

[@BillieSuit]

Hello , i have to say that your street glide looks and sounds amazing. I can understand that you have a lot of experience on harleys. I just want to know your opinion, I'm thinking the softail slim as my first ever bike . What you're saying for it ? Thank you

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Great looking bike the slim. I love it, its light and easy to ride.

[@BillieSuit]

@@OldNotDead-Club thank you very much

[@adingman9798]

The only complaint I have with my Street Glide S is the uncomfortable or harsh ride. I'm looking to find a softer rear suspension.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, that's interesting I have the suspension dialled right up so should be the same .. lol maybe I don't know what I'm missing out on?

[@artmchugh5644]

I was pissed at the mods needed for my 2015 Ducati multistrada!!!!! IT NEEDED GAS !!!!😂😂😂😂😂

[@OldNotDead-Club]

lol - theres way more needed to turn your bike into a street glide

[@artmchugh5644]

@@OldNotDead-Club 😁😁😁😁 I would never ride one of those chrome air compressors!!!!🏍🏍🏍👍👍👍

[@wlewis001fjr]

Thinking of adding a cruiser to the stable. I'm always concerned when folks say this is a great bike, but they list a dozen mods, 000.00 of $(they never give specific amounts) to fix a $40k bike.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

The $ amount varies depending on where in the world you are - what parts you buy and who puts them on. You are not really "fixing" rather then removing the EPA restrictions and bringing the bike alive.

[@chrisrestifo7010]

You spelled tires wrong. Just kidding Brother! Videos are bonzer!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

lol, thanks thats much appreciated

[@quintindykes9085]

great video!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks!

[@diesel11679]

Forgot to add rear suspension, handlebars and windshield. I’ve always done those mods before a cam.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, popular and great mods

[@hondanut7564]

Good video mate !!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@hondanut7564]

Done almost identical mods to my RKS

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Fantastic - you would be very happy?

[@hondanut7564]

@@OldNotDead-Club Yes mate , but its a lot of money , as you know , but I am looking at getting a set of cruise techs on soon, the stock dunlops just dont give me much confidence on the cornering , I recommend you look at some ohlins rears they made a huge difference probably my no 1 mod and not bad price for the cheaper USA models like the ohlins HD777

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks I will check them out

[@jrwithrow]

I installed advanblack 2 inch lowering blocks for ride height as I'm 5 ft 7" - looking for suggestions for lower fairings or leather covers for my 2014 streetglide special.

[@rsanchez5676]

A Roadglide would fit you better , straight from the factory

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, but I prefer the feel and look of the batwing

[@FFL-vg9ro]

A RG and SG are identical except for the fairing. KZbinrs Matt Laidlaw and Traveling Tall are both 6 foot 6 inches and ride Street Glides.

[@CREvothegreater]

stock 22 Sport Glide....cept the mirrors....

[@richardfoster5068]

Check out the Armand ness air cleaners

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks I will

[@MrOdin68]

Hi,iam new here ✌️ nice Bike. Street Glide for ever 💪 for me the handlebars are the most important thing next to the exhaust. it's a completely different ride with an ape!

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hi and thanks. That seems to be the majority opinion. What size bars are you using on your Glide?

[@MrOdin68]

@@OldNotDead-Club i have 15' it drives absolut great

[@OldNotDead-Club]

wow that's high. I don't even think that would be legal here - we have pretty draconian rules.

[@MrOdin68]

@@OldNotDead-Club oh I think here in Germany the rules are even stricter. The Ape has an appraisal and must be registered. A report must also be included with the exhaust. The cam must have a report synonymous. everything is very strict here.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

@@MrOdin68 wow that's strict.

[@arlanwade3268]

I recommend 2 more upgrades that don't cost much but make a noticeable difference in power and smoothness for any bike: 9) NGK Iridium sparkplugs (especially M8s; the 2 plugs per cylinder make an even BIGGER difference) 10) re-rout the valve cover vent tubes from the intake (& crank case for some bikes) to a catchcan that you can get off ebay for around $20.00. You'll also need vacuum line hose & caps, clamps and maybe an extra bracket. You don't want that hot oily gas griming your top end and robbing power; You want cool clean air. For less than $100.00 (if you do it yourself and hopefully before you tune) your bike will run smoother, the bump in power will surprise you, and your valves & pistons will stay clean. For the Milwaukee 8 bikes I recommend a 3rd upgrade: an S&S oil pump. Early M8s had a problem with stock oil pump failures.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks, that's why i got a 2020 M8 the problems seem to be sorted

[@Melixetyan]

Cool

[@robertwalker739]

Great video... Love the jacket, where did you get that from? 2020 street bob rider here.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks it's a great jacket. The brand is Hold Fast, it's a tailor made jacket as I don't seem to fit well into an off the shelf jacket

[@robertwalker739]

@@OldNotDead-Club Thanks. 6'4 240 so we are in the same boat. I'm kinda old too..LOL

[@OldNotDead-Club]

LOL, that's why i started the channel - we are NOT old - plenty of life left lol

[@gregbayliss4737]

I really like to know how much the cam cost you if you don’t mind telling me The install cost with the tune

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Hi Greg, I got the bike second hand with a few km's on the clock from an interstate dealer. The cam install was part of an overall deal including shipping to - and registering in my state - so I can't really give you those figures. After I got the bike I re tuned anyway with the power vision tuner

[@Scrote69A]

Mate would you consider getting work done like flowing the heads to complement all your other mods.?

[@OldNotDead-Club]

oh yeah I certainly would. Maybe next winter. I will see how satisfied I am in the soon to be summer season.

[@richardschlosser7089]

So you can make the dyno have your bike a little richer?

[@kenbred46]

What were the tyres(Tires) again? Couldn't understand through the crazy accent.

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Metzler

[@Hazzman270]

I have Freedom pipes on my FLHCS 2018 m8 and it sounds like a sewing machine. What would you recommend??

[@OldNotDead-Club]

A cam, headers and mufflers that you have heard with this combo on other bikes (and you like the sound) best to speak to you local shop and other guys in your area. The sound is very difficult to convey on KZbin (my bike sounds much better and louder in person)

[@Hazzman270]

@@OldNotDead-Club thanks for the info. Cheers

[@waynesharuck322]

Hey mate I have 2018 114 fat bob. Do u know if they have oil sumping issues with this particular model? I'm saving up for stage 2 along with aftermarket oil pump.

[@scubasteve1236]

🔥

[@OldNotDead-Club]

Thanks