Saddlemen's “King of the Baggers”Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special

[@saddlemenusa]

Many thanks for the great video Matt

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for letting us show it off! You guys built an incredible machine.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

@@MattLaidlaw Just need to make it street legal for the rest of the year..

[@saddlemenusa]

@@MattLaidlaw Our pleasure.

[@kennethwheeler3040]

Thanks to Matt is why I bought your step up for my Low Rider for Christmas. Thanks Matt & Saddlemen

[@saddlemenusa]

@@kennethwheeler3040 Thank YOU and welcome to the Family

[@CHILANGOSTALLION]

I feel this is going to get bigger...

[@MattLaidlaw]

My exact feelings.

[@mikew.197]

I hope it does! I had a lot of fun watching the race.

[@t.s.racing]

One of the best things to happen in 2020. Thanks to all who have built, raced, and participated. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Thanks Matt for the video, and we use SADDLEMAN, FUELING, and B.D.L. whenever possible in my shop. T.S.R.

[@ADVScott342]

Awesome race would love to watch a series threw out the year . Matt hope you get to take it for ride👍⚡💥

[@ToyodaJake]

Agreed

[@kw2519]

Have you watched it? It’s amazing…

[@carlosbenitez6438]

performance baggers and all that come with them are DEFINITELY here to stay. Its a fresh take on the sport and in general in my opinion. Great video Matt!

[@Edward135i]

I love anything in race spec, the craftsmanship is just as impressive, technical, and thought out as any sport bike build and even more so because of all the custom parts they had to make. It takes a lot of effort to take a bike designed for a retired dentist and make it fast.

[@victoryeung8282]

Love the king of baggers race!!!!!

[@sid426_]

Absolute craftsmanship indeed!!!

[@glencross2738]

Full race series love this and your presentation of the Saddleman Bagger! That bike is so trick! 👍💯🇺🇸😎

[@YoursInYeshua]

Thanks for the video Matt! That's a sweet ride right there!! I loved the race series and it definitely needs to be done every year. Go HD! Love that you keep it real on the channel and God bless🤘

[@kulturamoto3302]

Insaaaaane this should be a thing around the world, not just America

[@mosgor]

Saddlemen's "King of the Baggers" Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special - Incredibly impressive machine. - Best race entertainment ever. Never thought it would be so interesting. Hope they continue. I do not know I just loved this type of racing. It was great!

[@smartinertiarc3039]

It is amazing to see HD with parts like we have in normal motorcycles. Looks great..

[@troyroberts5314]

I appreciate the run down close up, and really hope the Bagger races grow as they break in to this new format.

[@brianriddell8425]

I love the race i’ve watched over many times with lots of excitement ... yes I like to see a full season of bagger racing 🔨😻

[@buck_the_atlas]

Awesome race! I would like to see them cap the spending to level out the field.

[@ez123ification]

I’ve been riding since 1975 and I’m glad to see the new technology working its way into the Harleys ,something I’ve wanted to see for a very long time. And yes I would like to see more of these races in the future.👍👍

[@charlesblount6858]

I sure hope this racing becomes a NASCAR circuit for Baggers! The possibilities are fascinating and exciting. Thanks to Laidlaw Harley Davidson for promoting the possibilities. You guys continue to keep on the cutting edge when it comes to Harley Davidson motorcycles.

[@jimmylaplante1700]

Right on. And I'm with you, I absolutely fell in love with this class. They need to make this a permanent class for sure...!!! Building one as we speak.

[@thedakotahurley]

Absolutely love to see this as a series! I’d watch every one. Also, I’d love to hear that bike!! Quick sound demo for us exhaust note junkies??

[@1satisfiedmind]

Thanks for this , Matt, I loved that race...and all the bikes. Personally, if I could afford it, I set up a street legal bike like this for my personal enjoyment. just love the set up. I watched the race several times, including posts by tourists in the area, and this was more fun than any race i've watched in years. I definitely think this should be more than an exhibition race.

[@tylertangeman6290]

Make this a thing! Love watching the baggers slam corners.

[@my1956effie]

What a piece of art.

[@the_only_chris]

king of the baggers race was awesome! moto america, bring us more!!!

[@christians131]

Really hope this series becomes much more popular and props up the motorcycle industry

[@miketerry7046]

What a well thought out video and description. I love the King of the Baggers racing and just got back from Laguna Seca 2021.

[@danielnovak8293]

Another awesome Video Matt. Yes more races and make the King Of The Bagger race a permanent series! I’ve flat tracked and road raced myself. Maybe 1 or 2 customers that come through our dealership might talk about a flat track or road race but with the King Of The Bagger race many many customers were talking about it. These are real every day street motorcycle that are very capable machines. Please keep this very fun series going!

[@OSOFLHP]

Glad to hear Harley Davidson is more involved this season, of course we want the home team to win.

[@randykling2889]

It was great to see those Baggers on the track.... It was a great race to see.... I hope we see more of it..... Thanks for the close up of the bike Matt...

[@who6515]

The most beautiful bike I've ever seen in my life, I realized I don't hate the look of the Road Glide anymore

[@cameronboswell7888]

Permanent event all the way! It would be a destination ride for lots of people in the coming years especially if there are vendors and etc. Would not be surprised if big sponsors came in the mix as well. It is the perfect set up.

[@michaelaustin5575]

I watched this from here in Australia.... definitely needs to be a World Series!!!

[@paulbronnenberg2075]

WOW !!! what a KOOL BIKE ! Thanks for the walk-around Matt. I watched only the highlights , but yeah I would like to see performance bagger races !

[@kevinthompson3776]

The race was awesome and hopefully it will become permanent. Great vid Matt. Thanks for the detailed look at one of these machines.

[@markmaxwell57]

Loved the race. DEFINITELY want to see more. Would love to make it one of my annual rides, especially at Laguna Seca. Long overdue race class. Motorcycle Nascar!

[@hugowilliam1065]

Yesterday, I was looking for this. Now, its here

[@greggatto4023]

What a beautiful bike!!! I watched the race it’s was AWESOME! Hopefully they do it again and Harley takes the Win! 👍🏻

[@breakoutpete210]

The bagger races are going to be BIG like all American nascar🇺🇸...can’t wait for more racing of this type...✌️😎

[@Carlo-_]

Love it.... and loved the race. This is exactly what the scene needs to push the development further faster.

[@TheCuttz1984]

Mate. That exhaust is a work of art. Thanks for sharing

[@phineashenshaw]

Frankly, Even though Indian won the race, they did not kill the Harley. Vance & Hines made a killer bike. I think the race really came down to the rider IMHO. I own a Road Glide which I often go on sport rides with. The younger guys get a kick out of how I ride mine sport style. Imagine their excitement when they saw king of the baggers. Now a couple of them want one...LOL

[@talkingrock7011]

Definitely watched the race and I hope they add more races thanks Matt for letting us see the race bike

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for checking out the video

[@K9RickRet]

Would love to see this race continued....either as an annual event or perhaps developing into a regular race series! We would all benefit by the engineering and other developments that it would inspire! 👍

[@friedpork_owl]

Definitely should be a permanent event. Thank you

[@aoakeen]

Awesome race and bike. I hope they make this a permeant event. I watched all that came on this season

[@onlyhereonce7290]

The popularity of this event was indeed off the charts. An epic event. Absolutely everyone was talking about it. Only 3 races next year. Those are amateurs numbers. Lol. I want a whole damn season. With more manufacturers. Intense competition. It would be flipping awesome. It’s time to do this. Another fine video Matt. Thank you sir.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Agreed! Thank you for watching

[@darthmaul7428]

Definitely needs to be added, not just an exhibition event it was a bad ass race.

[@JonV-r7q]

YES!!!! A Regular Event. I saw it on KZbin it was great to watch.

[@dexjonesyouareaman3201]

High level dopeness that there. Laidlaw bringing heat rocks per usual.

[@tuboqueser]

Definitely need more of these races and Harley racing track in general. Would love to see Lowrider S models go at it and built to this caliber as well.

[@jeremyleonguerrero9492]

Matt waiting on the 2021 Bagger Race League schedule. Can you update when available thank You

[@misterj5045]

Awesome bike, but where is the Harley?? It seems the only thing "Harley" might be the engine and transmission cases.

[@cjsmith]

Awesome Build 😎 ⚡️🤙

[@classicrider21]

First, great video as always. Matt your vids are fantastic. This was simply a fun recap of a fun event. I can't wait to see more bagger races. The guys just looked like they were having a great time trying something new. New builds, new format, simple rules, something that could be a great start to something new! Thanks Matt!

[@angelosenteio]

I think HD needs to start making bikes that look an perform more like this.

[@alejandrollamas692]

Watched that race, nothing but fun...

[@kennethreynolds8]

All I can say is WOW it’s mind blowing. 🤯

[@rondavis9918]

That was an amazing race and show. Kudos

[@richardhartley7094]

awesome no expense spared👍🇬🇧

[@locoocho2415]

Nothing but the "BEST from HARLEY DAVIDSON "

[@kennethwheeler3040]

I watched it.. it’s was awesome, I went & bought my 2020 Low Rider S 3 weeks after this race. Love your show Matt, your review of the Low Rider S Earler this year got me saving to get my bike a few weeks ago. I wish I could come in & see your dealership. I hope they extend this bagger race to more tracks, I was going for V&H & Harley, hated to see Victory, I mean Indian win. Well get them next year. Thanks dude

[@ryanwalters3170]

I enjoyed the build up to the race... watching all the build videos, practices, trash talk with friends... And then watching these bad ass baggers go balls to the walls through the chicane and really the whole course Was awesome... Made me pissed that my brand new 2020 CVO can't lean over at a buck 20 without damn near bucking me off... its only money!

[@jj.1412]

Ah, that race was super fun. Hope to see more!

[@rdodari67]

last year i go my 2020 road king special, after considered the indian challenger as well. i think this is great bike but i saw indian challenger won in the bagger race 2020, is this same one?

[@ginasantucci1554]

I'm a MotoGP fan, been going to Laguna Seca for many yrs. They took away MotoGP a big bummer. After watching the Bagger race I was pumped. If they sponcer the Bagger race I would go back every yr.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Good to hear this from a long time fan

[@dawidos117]

What an awesome machine this is 👌🏻 I’ve watched the race and I want it to be permanent thing. I ride FLHRXS and I already started adding things to her to let her to perform a little better. All, because of the King of the Baggers 👍🏻 Good, detailed video, Matt 👊🏻

[@jeremy4610]

If you ain't first your last, best sticker outta them all 😎

[@Firestorm637]

Are you able to lighten the bike with aluminum and composites or just OEM fenders etc.

[@larrymobley1507]

Love your information about motorcycle especially Harleys. Thanks

[@robbphillips2845]

Beautiful. When I bought my first Harley these were called Dressers. cheers.

[@JackTulsen77]

This needs to be a permanent series

[@MattLaidlaw]

For sure

[@thomasangelo4219]

All high performance Really cool Thanks for the video Matt take care

[@gregorykarimian3813]

Matt! Please tell me what kind of Harley did Vance and hance race and modify? Thanks

[@pemtax557]

Hey Matt, Didn't even know about this race until today. Damn, I would of loved to view it. I'm going to try and run down a video on it right now. This is a race I would love to support and/or attend on an annual basis. Laguna Seca is the perfect venue for it. Thanks again for what you do for the Harley community, your time and efforts are truly appreciated. Cheers and here's to a wonderful holiday to you, your family and HD riders everywhere.

[@highwayman1218]

Sooooooooo BADASS!!! Daymmmmnnnn, I love that bike!!

[@sixwheelcarlisle8491]

I was at the NJ Mission King of the Baggers race this year in the rain lol awesome event. And own a 2022 Road Glide ST

[@sashunter4352]

Awesome idea can't wait to see the race in the UK.

[@TheJdbuell67]

Love to see a full series!

[@zardportugal]

Amazing machine.

[@vincentmcclain9307]

So the MoCo leaves 1/4 mile which was a Top winning team partnering with Vance and Hines.Long list of trophy’s and they walk away. Now the aftermarket is starting bagger track racing which for this H-D owner rider and fan Harley is disrespecting its base.The list of aftermarket go fast parts Matt read off had me in awe of what these companies are capable of .The suits at the MoCo better take notice.The aftermarket guys are engineering top products and have a competitive race platform to show what they can do.Harley race engineering was on the 1/4 mile those parts ended up in the SE catalogue .Thanks Matt for an eye popping and hopefully eye opening tutorial. The race was a blast.

[@gabrielcocco5188]

Beautiful bike! How did it preform in the race?

[@adamriley8731]

I think Harley needs this race series to be a reality. It needs serious consideration

[@jjbigwheel]

sweet bike!! thanks for sharing! I thought that race was awesome! I hope they can get bigger and bad'r next year.

[@Firestorm637]

What do you think of Ducati Multistrada V4 adventure bike releasing one month before Harley Panamerica? It would be cool if Harley SUDDENLY OR Surprisingly released a V4 vs dragging out releasing of their new bikes. If Harley used a little more aluminum or carbon fiber that would help performance and mileage with decreased emissions with keeping same engines.

[@roadglide]

What a cool bike. It’s raw naked industrial-ness is it’s beauty.

[@donniebaker5984]

Fueling Harley Davidson parts are the highest quality you can get ! I installed Fueling hydraulic roller lifters in my 2009 XR1200 Harley Davidson and they don't make any noise at all ...the stock lifters were noisy as the Harley Davidson service manual said they will be ...

[@bobvanbutselaar]

Never heard of the race before. Cool bike!

[@Dinoxt12]

Impressive Set-Up !

[@filmcostar]

awesome, is Laidlaw's gonna sponsor one or some of these race bikes & or are you competing next year ??

[@Firestorm637]

Will you compare the upcoming Ducati Multistrada V4 to the Upcoming Pan America?

[@throttleup755]

Great video as always. Well detailed video of a racing bike from the epic bagger showdown. Indian and HD finished 1 and 2 demonstrating that the new kid on the block is legit while HD air cooled engine still brings it. It was a hoot to watch.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, it was very interesting to see them. I think they surprised a lot of people with how capable the large baggers can be

[@throttleup755]

@@MattLaidlaw And how I would perish in a fiery crash if I ever rode my Street Glide that fast. Yikes.

[@neilkropelnicki1790]

I watch the race I thought it was totally rad I hope that you have more Harley's ran good as always For the 1st race of this kind They will Work the bugs out And refined the bikes But it was cool HD Neil AKA kronk I watch your videos all the time I really like the concept in your perspective and outlook on motorcycles keep up the good work

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you. Thanks for watching.

[@norsemanracinginc5329]

I found a channel that I can turn on at bed time to get me to fall asleep. Thanks Matt! 😂

[@joelebreck1768]

Watched it this year was cool to see. Should do it again.

[@nickhildabridle1612]

Great video. I did watch the race. I would like to see this in 2021. 1 out west, 1 at Indianapolis, and 1 on the East coast. I also would like to see a few different classes. 1 especially for us that do not have a huge war chest budget. Definitely a highlight for 2020.

[@FabandCast]

Love the race it should be A yearly thing

[@deltaecho1776]

Looks cool. I can’t figure out why they went so conservative on the engine build. It’s a race bike..I’ve seen builds getting the same or more hp and tq on street bikes.

[@MattLaidlaw]

There are bigger displacements out there but that isn't everything. The engine wasn't the limited factor for most of these bikes.

[@BigTruckRacing]

I watch the event and it was a great day , as far as making it a full time series , No , I love the unexpected and unknown up and coming surprise events . I am curious if the engine was the 131 and not the 121 as you mentioned would the outcome have been different . Go Harley Davidson .

[@MattLaidlaw]

I definitely don't want them to over-do it but it would be rad to have 1-3 a year.

[@bradleymays8287]

Well, there’s baggers testing over 200 hp….. this has 140? Does the higher hp and torque not translate to the quarter mile?

[@ToyodaJake]

Man this thing is crazy!