Road Glide Special│Kraus Bars, S&S Exhaust, Carbon Fiber Accents

Customized 2019 Road Glide Special from Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson. This bike has a lot of parts that suggest hints of performance bagger without going "All -In." Get a detailed look at the parts which include Kraus 10in pull back Risers that deliver the T-Bar look on a bagger. Big Bear Performance carbon fiber front fender, S&S intake and sidewinder exhaust etc.
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[@sigfan4521]

I will never get tired of that sound, I'm almost 50 and have heard it my entire life and will never get tired of it.

[@jameslaughlin3298]

I appreciate your honesty Matt. Occasionally I look at bikes either on CycleTrader or a dealer’s website. If prices are absent, the seller is summarily disregarded as untrustworthy. ‘Request price’ doesn’t cut it anymore.

[@evil_musclemuscled3814]

That road glide is fine , here in colorado it's the most popular bike a see on the highway and seeing more of them from town

[@michelperron2990]

Mr.Laidlaw calling out other dealerships in regards to not using msrp.... i like it XD

[@slyguyaction]

Great build and thank you for the glorious rip without narration so we could appreciate it’s sound. Felt like we were right there with ya. Thanks Matt!!

[@akwlb2]

When I go to a bike dealership the sales persons stick to me like flies on shit. When ever I go to the Oakland Harley Davidson they are chill, knowledgeable and give you space. I'm not a fan of HD but I'm in love with the Road Glide.... Rented a Road Glide ultra once to see if it's something I would enjoy or get bored of. Put in over a thousand miles all the way from SF to LA and back through the coast and it was an amazing comfy ride and has all the power.

[@stanleygraham1389]

Awesome bike, Julio! Thanks for letting Matt share it with us.

[@michealcorleone665]

last year when i was 21 my dads road glide was the first bike i ever road and learned on i never fell or tipped it. after taking her out enough times i bought a sportster 1200 but i know in the future im buying me one of these👌 this bike is what made me fall in love with harley davidsons and sad how people my age dont see how great and how solid these motorcycles are.🇺🇸

[@pedroc6823]

Those bars look amazing on that bike. not a HD guy but I always appreciate great work done on any bike. sweet.

[@DeBa1226]

No doubt, the best looking, best sounding Road Glide I’ve seen, running the Mil-8. IMO, gotta do full pipe, get rid of the stock stuff. I’m not too concerned with losing a warranty, I’ve never needed one thus far. And those bars & risers are epic!

[@jamesh4839]

I love the style of this bike. The Bars and the front fender being my favorite part. Well done.

[@oregonoutback7779]

Absolutely beautiful bike. Love all the carbon fiber accents. The S&S pipes sound awesome. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@roymoderatto]

Dream build! The new fairing extensions would look amazing on this one! I love Performance Baggers, and I own two FXR's. 😎

[@donniebaker5984]

Yes the front fender does make this build pop... I've been around the aftermarket for 50 years and today's parts unless you're on to the model and if you're not being told you can't tell that it didn't come from the factory that way... It doesn't surprise me that this is where baggers are going today after King of the baggers competition I knew this would happen and so be it it's the best time to be alive to see these baggers come alive ...I hear more people talking baggers nowadays.. you're not only got great reliable performance you got the looks to go with.... I'm sure you've heard of unknown industries stunt riders they've been doing it for quite a while... I caught one of their videos where they go into a Harley-Davidson dealer and buy four stock brand new Harleys and take off burning rubber and pulling wheelies on stock motorcycles that haven't been modified at all I thought that'd be kind of a kicker to show some people I just how tough these new Harleys are... So I used one of your comment sections on getting information for new bikes and posted the video on it posted in there if you want to take a look at it it's unknown one something like that title but it's the only one I sent might be kind of cool to have it playing in the showroom there somewhere cuz it's amazing those boys that they've got a lot of talent take just a stock new bike, stock gearing but still stock mufflers on and everything they were not very loud all you can hear is the tires squealing it's fun to watch check it out

[@MichaelMartinez-sz4yn]

Matt! Just discovered your channel. Grew up around Harleys and Indians all my childhood I love everything baggers. I enjoy your in depth views on the newer bikes and you’ve given me so many ideas on my dream bike when I can finally concentrate on it after I’m done with my time in the military. Whenever I’m back home in SoCal, Laidlaws Harley will be one of my first stops!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you for your service. I’m glad I could spend you some Harley-Davidson info.

[@ER-qm6ed]

Went to Laidlaw's to purchase a new bike. They where up front on their pricing. I still did my homework and did some shopping around. Its true what Matt said at the beginning of the video but I actually found the same bike at another dealer for a couple G's lower with no hidden fees as well. Contacted Laidlaw's and they could not price match yet alone beat it. None the less Laidlaw is a great dealership. But always do your research before buying a bike.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for giving us a shot man. It’s rare that happens but if our price is leveraged around sometimes dealers will beat it to take one from us. Enjoy man.

[@thomasangelo4219]

It was nice visiting your dealership and getting to meet you. It's a great family owned business. Keep up the You Tube videos, I learn alot. Take care, Tommy from N.Y.

[@dinkydotzero]

I rode today for 5 hours today and never saw another car or bike i couldn't handle LA traffic but if i was to buy a New Harley again, Laidlaws is on the short list of places id buy from

[@nickrichardson7451]

I’ve always used S&S on my bikes for genuine performance upgrades. I’ve a S&S stage 1 on my 2017 Dyna Fatbob & love the deep sound it produces. That Carbon fibre airfilter cover looks cool!! You have created the perfect pure black Slealth Bike here!! It’s a carefully chosen selection of parts plus powder-coating so that everything matches. A huge attention to detail has gone into this which is a credit to your dealership. It’s outstanding!

[@reynaldopowell5890]

Performance-Baggers are REAL; are the real deal. Nice mods! Thanks for sharing.

[@rolandoflores1982]

He ain’t lying about the mark up prices, went to other dealerships and prices were about $4k more than MSRP. Got my SGS at Laidlaws with no hidden prices 👍🏽

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks brother! 👍🏻

[@terrencepeeples9117]

First you drop that beat and drop straight knowledge on the shady practices that ALOT of the dealers are doing. Man I wish you were located on the east coast.

[@rudyvradio]

Down South here too. Sheisty sum's-a-guns... Smh

[@Spiritualwrestler]

I talked my brother in law into buying a bike from Matt in 2018... I regret buying my Harley elsewhere... great videos Matt, as always.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man 👍🏻

[@elizabethwonders]

Great video! I love your attitude about “if you don’t like a performance bagger, than don’t ride one.” It’s soo true. So many opinions out there. Who cares. If you are enjoying yourself, that’s all that matters. Life is short! Live it up! Love what you ride! And love who you are, because when it’s your time to go, no one is going to say, “That person didn’t ride a true bagger.” Ride like the wind! 👍👍👍👍

[@cecet5534]

Performance bagger! For riders who like spirited riding, that’s definitely my friends I ride with as well as myself.

[@roadglide]

Love transparency in a dealership. Drain the swamp. Now onto regular scheduled programing...Sweet Road Glide. Life’s short just buy the damn bike!

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Amen to that sir.

[@twincam9082]

Come March/April gonna have to fly out to Laidlaw for my next new Harley and enjoy the ride back to IL.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

Ferocious sounding but I just love it compared to every other exhaust test sound ! New fan of S&S Exhaust!!! Make America Great Again! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@alparker8543]

I have a club style Dyna and I love the Roadglide set up like this. If and when I move to a roadglide i will have it set up like this.

[@Skelenator-Rev9]

I think his upgrades fit the Bagger look and make it stand out from the norm. Great info on the tuners, stage kits and exhaust...”bigger” isn’t always better.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. 👍🏻

[@oldroywilson8564]

First you roll pimp footage, then straight drop the mic on other dealer scams. Boss status achieved.

[@superglidemustang]

I always appreciate the videos you make. If I could make one suggestion/request it would be for you to have someone film you as you do a drive by to demonstrate the exhaust tone/sound as you don't get a true sense of it while sitting over the bike while riding and recording.

[@jenningstim90]

Dude. If a dealer had this exact bike in the floor I'd be running to the bank... 😍😍😍. Working hard to get bike No.2. this will be the style.

[@renniesmith8073]

I think the Road Glide is growing on you!

[@erikschiller7210]

It sure grew on me.

[@stefanschachler831]

Great Vid Matt, I share your opinion about performance baggers. They are the solution for guys like us (I am 6‘ 7‘‘ with around 230 pounds weight). I currently drive a 2018 Road King Police with a Stage III Kit and Screaming Eagle mufflers. This is by far the best performing Harley I‘ve ever driven, and it doesn’t matter if you driving the narrow canyon roads or the Autobahn. This bike is pure fun. Keep on Your great work Greetings from Hamburg, Germany Stefan

[@phil903]

Great video Matt! Nice build and beautiful bike Julio. Make sure to add all those accessories to your insurance policy under additional equipment. A copy of this video will offer great documentation. Best $ you'll spend.

[@kylefrye6265]

If I had the money I would set a Road glide Special just like this but probably go with stage 3 or 4. I love the Bars and just a great looking bike and sounds great to. Thanks to Julio!

[@justthinking_6513]

I appreciate you putting out a video highlighting custom products. I have a 2005 FLHTI that I’m tempted to put S&S parts on rather than get a new bike.

[@talltomyards]

Man really nice! Count me in for the "performance bagger" style , I'm 6'7" anything that's gonna help me perform better and look better I'm down. Well one day at least , my day will come. I start working for Harley Davidson in August.

[@andrewdreyer7765]

12:39 Those guages look sweet. Reminiscent of the tachometer on my 15 street bob. Always liked the Halloween color.

[@johnmacias01]

Great vid & I like the sales pitch! We need all dealers to have the same mindset!

[@davidozburn1155]

Nice build. For us shorter riders, I like the Big Bear mid-controls. And, I have Skully Customs air shocks for height adjustability for getting on and off the bike. I am definitely getting Kraus setup.

[@elyeyi369]

I respect how honest matt and his team are with pricing. Wish i was closer, stuck up here in Norcal about to get ripped off when i get my new bike lol 😞

[@johnvanzelm2307]

Matt that is one slick RG! I wanted to chime in here and let you know I'm the new owner of a 2019 RoadGlide Special as of a week ago. Your videos and reviews inspired me to trade in the old VRod for the bagger of my dreams.

[@kmeades43]

Cool video Matt (as ever). Ride safe from Sydney Australia

[@zacharyfett2491]

Great looking bike! I’m definitely a fan of the performance bagger bikes.

[@John-cc1pc]

Excellent- thank you. Nice ride 😊 Love the performance bagger scene. 👍

[@patrickshanman7417]

Awesome Matt, another great informative video, I have the 2:1 sidewinder on my ST (soon anyways), but now I really feel like the Krauss bars and a tuner is next !

[@ron311]

Hey Matt, hanging with you from the east coast, Chesapeake Va. In agreement 100% on not paying crazy dealership markups averaging $3500. 3 of the 4 dealership in my area don’t list prices online or at dealership. I knew MSRP on my new 2021 road glide before going in and making offer. My Cash out the door offer was accepted. I believed one of the dealers would accept the offer. Being patient and willing to travel can result in a great buy.

[@tonyc2912]

15:03 - 15:23, my type of riding. great looking bike Matt.

[@TheMarkMillerGroup]

Great video Matt and I see you “upgrading” to a Road Glide in the near future! The carbon fiber looks amazing on that blacked out special and that’s the first T-Bar setup I’ve seen that doesn’t block the gauges. And yes... if you want the best deal ... drive a little and buy your new bike at Laidlaw’s!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks Mark! I hope you’re enjoying your road glide. 👍🏻

[@StanfordC95120]

Tasty boys, great job. Lover performance baggers and great tip on the battery Matt.

[@LeanMeanBoost]

Matt, For my next bike I’ll definitely be coming to you all the way from Florida. Appreciate your honesty knowledge and customer service.

[@JOBOWEEZKING]

I’m excited about this movement and the coast glide 2.0.... I have a totally club style dyna and seeing these new engines and comfortable riding qualities makes me want to get rid of the dyna lol

[@josephandreuccetti8043]

It should be a factory bike by now Harley will build a POS like the Rocker but they won’t build a bike that there following base is building all the time

[@whyarentumadbro]

Matt, I love your videos and your honesty. I hope that translates into business for your store because you don't mince your words and call it how you see it. "I'm pretty sure Harley Davidson just ripped off klockwerks." No other employee would admit that, let alone an owner/franchisee. Cheers to you bud and safe travels.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Haha thanks man.

[@Neocleese]

Very nice looking and sounding bike Julio and thanks for sharing it with us. Thanks again Matt for another great Vlog. Performance baggers are fine with me.

[@sk8777kid1]

Wish we had a dealer like yours here in KS.

[@jonertsgaard8685]

Very nice upgrades!! Love the look. Love the sound!

[@timbutler3213]

you make good videos Matt. I appreciate the time and effort you put in to explaining things cuz not everyone knows this stuff, and needs things explained properly...which you do. I subbed. good job.

[@rschris]

Hey Matt, just watched this video man that bike is sweet . As a soon to be ba Road Glide Limited buyer I love that their are performance upgrades available for these baggers . Performance Baggers on top of that I don’t believe I’ve ever left a vehicle I’ve own just stock, that’s not my style. Bigger Cams ,CNC’d Heads and real carbon fiber replacement parts , Bro I’m IN !! Thanks for the great video and dude to gentleman that built that bike man , you have a sweet ride !!

[@johnramirez9160]

Bad ass bike... finally a dealer that doesn't try to rip u off with the "dealer mark up" i will come see you next bike

[@robertlumsden942]

I am not a bagger guy at all but I do own a 2018 Heritage 114. that is as close as I want to be to a bagger. just to clunky looking. if I was traveling a lot cross country I might. I don't need a lot to go places. that bike is sweet though. love what has been done to it and sounds terrific.

[@JOBOWEEZKING]

Julio is always making bikes wtf 😂😂😂👌🤘🏽🤘🏽 he’s goals

[@HOOLIGANfilmz]

Even if this episode is 2 years old; I still dig it! 2 years ago I didn't have a RGS... 😉

[@markdellorusso3152]

I have that bike. Wish I could invest a little more for this awesome, awesome look. Great job , great look !

[@Ray-pw3yh]

Sold my ducati to build a performance bagger ultra limited. HD Baggers are the way of the future

[@gambietti]

Beautiful RG. I am all about performance baggers. If I pull the trigger on a bagger it will be a RG or Indian Challenger

[@mattthegreeter9074]

Thanks for the vid, Matt. Yeah, as far as Performance Baggers I'm all for whatever gets someone stoked, even if that's bone-stock. Some of the haters out there hate from jealousy, or just flat-out impatience. They can't have that bike RIGHT NOW so they resent anyone who has that. Ain't no shame in saving money and upgrading when the time is right! Trends come and go, but if you treat her right, your bike will be with you for the long haul! Hell, you don't buy your girlfriend all the jewelry in the store on the first or second date. Except for maybe Julio, hahah. Kidding. Killer bike, man! Love the game-plan on this one, top to bottom. Room to store your fishing rod in that ghost pipe, too

[@corneliusx1811]

Nice bike. The bags come in handy for stuff.

[@CbusLowRider]

It is so beautiful 😍😍😍😍 Great work over there, Matt. Jamie is the man!! These custom bike builds and your content quality is really setting you guys apart from other HD dealers! I’d love to make the trip from Vegas to come see you guys.

[@kevinolsen3317]

All blacked out looks sick...🇨🇦🤙

[@ProTuner06]

Absolutely LOVE this bike! Outta my price range though. For now.

[@DynamicVlogs69]

He said "these nuts" haha... oh and I love the ghost pipe, cap off both ends and you can fit a lot if hidden travel items inside that never gets searched.

[@gadams51883]

Awesome build! Love the RG. The carbon fender is sick!!

[@flash1034]

Gotta love that Harley V-Twin sound!

[@daryllect6659]

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[@tony12ves]

Jus put 7” risers and fly bars on my 98 roadglide feels great for doing burnouts

[@Fever_Rides]

Badass build Julio! I like it. But even if I didn’t, the best bike to have is the bike you own. Definitely a fan of the performance bagger though. I’m 6’3, so I’m a touring bike guy. And I like the smooth ride, fairing, and cruise control. Plan on picking up an EG standard next summer. Perfect blank slate.

[@frank118]

Matt, I totally see this as your next bike. Search your feelings, you know it to be true. Come to the Road Glide side.

[@ernieme101]

great looking bike ! would have been nice to see a dyno chart even if the performance increase isn't huge . pipes , air cleaner and a tune should give at least 10% HP boost .

[@cadeinscho6339]

just ordered Kraus Wolf One Pro kit for my RGS with stage IV 131 up in Alaska. Lol my 16'" APE's are too flexible with that torque. put Big bear ohlin TTX30 shocks in the rear with cartridge kit up front, and 320mm rotors and radial caliper kit. I have Tab Performance BAM w zombie baffles and man I get a lot of Karens giving me Karen looks when I ride by. lol. Its one sick Roadglide Special.

[@cecet5534]

The Only Glide is a Road Glide! Another informative video by Matt.

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

What about the Coast Glide?

[@cecet5534]

Nick Culver okay Nick what’s a coast Glide?

[@TH3G0ODGUY]

@@cecet5534 we've got a couple of videos on Matt's channel about it. It's the bike we built for the battle of the kings.

[@cecet5534]

Nick Culver Okay Nick the Coast Glide makes the cut, for sure!

[@mikedanaher3413]

Great content. I’m not a fan of the “special” because there is no chrome but, that bike looked great. Sounds great. I’m betting it performs great as well. Thanks for the bump sticker warning too Matt. That’s good for any buyer to know.

[@IRaceWithTurles]

I wish i bought through laidlaw harley. I bought from another cali dealer and was screwed over big time. Bike was not in the condition described and i have been fighting to change the title to my homestate since that dealership failed to do so. GO LAIDLAW!

[@waltermitty7452]

LOVE the build!!! Not a fan of the sparkplug wireharness thing, but other than that, I think all other tweaks are a 10/10.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for the comment!

[@aaronduthoit1278]

Badass RG! Just needs the cvo front fairing spoilers👌🏼

[@mikewastian3007]

My dream bike !!! Performance baggers are awesome !!!

[@evil_musclemuscled3814]

The performance bagger can bring something new out from Harley , I say keep it going.

[@millennialbiker906]

As a former Tech and parts guy and can tell you that Mat is spot on with dealer mark up, check the P&A catalog in the dealership, if there are no prices listed the place is a ripoff.

[@TheLastSkipper88]

Bike is top shelf good stuff man🤙🏽

[@51stStatesman]

I wish H-D would go with the black brake and clutch levers in black chrome on the FXLRS.

[@taps_1021]

Cant wait to get my kraus set up done. Seen the coast glide at born free great job 👍

[@jonwebb5241]

Again, thanks for the intro. And on the King comparison, for the great technical discussion.

[@charlieryan1736]

Thanks for showing this beautiful bike 👍🏻 looks and sounds amazing

[@cobdevingaming6806]

Amazing bike love the sound deff want to change from a gsxr to a Harley

[@Shutchohole]

I've never understood a full face helmet on a windshield/fairing bike. I've always ridden with 1/2 and 3/4 helmets (nothing larger than a sportster, hoping to change that soon!) I hated the 1/2 helmet. Switched to a 3/4 HJC with flip down visor. No more waterfall into my eyeballs in the rain!

[@h3r63rt]

Can the digital tech tell if an aftermarket tuner has flashed it back to stock? If I flashed it back to stock before bringing it to the dealer for service? Asking for a friend. Oh, I’m still waiting for you to build a performance hybrid-electric trike with the livewire motor in the trunk.

[@zoom107]

Yes it will show up. Once you hook up an after market tuner your engine warranty is toast. No way to hide

[@h3r63rt]

Mike Cole, thanks for the info.

[@domenico7837]

Great video, great info & super cool Harley Bagger! 🏍🏍🏍🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@sockgaggedlee]

HOT!!! And good tip at the beginning about dealerships. Something to keep in mind when I ever get around to getting a bike of my own. :-)

[@krisvaughn7845]

Where's the ignition switch moved to?

[@mas3292]

Great Video Matt. Nice add on's!