New subscriber! I just picked up a 2019 Street Glide yesterday. Man I couldn’t sleep last night! 😎🤙🏽💯

Just wanted to say I really like how you edited this video so your conversation continues between riding and standing by that mural. Good job.

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Ahh you noticed that huh? I decided to start having more fun with my editing. I'm glad you liked it.

@gghostrrider

4 жыл бұрын

I liked that too!

@sydlyntwolovin1272

4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that too, really good job and he's always so positive...I like that.

@SBha30

4 жыл бұрын

I liked that too!

Preach my friend, I've done 100 mpr passing "semis" with one hand AND never have EVER had a "shimmy" or "wobble" on the freeway. WAY over played. And yes u can make a street glide into a "performance" bagger!

@FundedFuturesTrader

3 жыл бұрын

And you’re running stock Harley Dunlap tires too. Try that on the Michelin Commander’s.

I went from a 2019 Road King to a 2020 Road Glide Limited, I love it. Such a great ride on the highway, plenty of power and my wife is very comfy.

I passed out from how beautiful that headlight is when you turned her on

I'm somewhat biased because as you know I'm a 2019 RG Special owner and I just merely prefer the concept of the steering of the ROADGLIDE which seems to provide more space and freedom especially for the taller & bigger riders. I like that in my opinion it provides more wind protection, the standard 114 is a bonus and for this being my 6th bike but very first HD, I feel great, but let's remember ultimately, IT'S ALL ABOUT THE RIDE!!!

When I first started looking at HD motorcycles, I was looking at the Street Glide and Road Glide. Both looked amazing but something about the look of the Road Glide kept my attention a bit more. Especially with the dual headlight. I test drove both and, like you said Tall, the way the Road Glide fairing looked from the rider's view did not sit right with me. I have a 2019 Street Glide now and I love it. Im keeping a buddies 2018 Road Glide for a bit so I get to take it out every once. I do not regret my Street Glide. I also have all my lights by Custom Dynamics. They make very good products.

@beri232

Жыл бұрын

How tall are you?

It isn't Street Glide vs Road Glide. It is Street Glide vs Chieftain! Respect Tall!

TT, you put out some mighty fine videos. I can appreciate your perspective. Keep up the great work.

You buy a bike to please your self not others. Its not what you ride, its that you ride that matters.

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Thats right

Thanks for making this video Tall! I know it's a year old but it has really made my decision on what bike I will be buying. I was in between the road glide and the street glide just because of hearing about the handling but your video has helped in that decision. Thanks again!

Can’t believe people ask this. It is personal preference. I’ve owned both over last 13 years over 90,000 miles collectively. It is simple: each & every rider needs to decide on their own what THEY prefer and then pull the trigger. Now for the more fortunate, maybe they have each model!

@rickyhawkins7407

4 жыл бұрын

M-Rod, You said exactly what I was thinking. I have a ton of miles in bat wing and shark nose bikes, currently own a 2017 RG Spl with a 114 Stage IV kit and love the way this bike looks and rides.

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Laying down 23k to 45k is a big decision. I would ask anyone that has ridden one or owned one to get their opinion. Trying to find someone who is non-bias would be the hard part. At the end of the day its ultimately your decision. Thanks for the comment.

Love your videos!! Great content and would enjoy seeing another video of your family talking about their motorcycle history.

Hey Tall that shy smile you have at 14:48 tells me there's something else in the works and something is already cooking in the background look forward to seeing what you do......stay safe brother & Ride hard or stay home😎

You had me at "I can't keep tires on this thing" & " there's room for another one in the garage"! 😂❤️✝️🇺🇸 GOD Bless You

Glad to see you back on that beautiful Harley. I also test rode a Road Glide because I liked the look. That one ride pushed me right over to an Ultra Classic. Been a great bike. Stay safe and keep laying down the miles.

I just had my new 2020 RGS w/ 131 delivered yesterday,,,LOVE IT!!!!,,,,you do a good job on your videos!

Great video , “there’s always room for another bike” . Picked up ‘20 RGS in billiard, my first Harley and glad with my choice. Much respect to all riders regardless what they ride, still on two’s .

Totally agree. An 8.5 klock works windscreen will blow your mind. Just bought my 4th shield and went trough the Canadian Rockies. What a difference. Got mine in 09 ,still lovin it.

Solid video Tall, very informative comparison between the two bikes! Keep em coming!

When I owned my 2020 SG, I experienced wind buffeting to the point where I would get blurred vision and headaches after a short ride. There is some resistance and vibration felt through the handlebars from the bat fairing that I didn't like. Also, here in the California bay area, winds get pretty high... 20mph on average. I tried multiple helmets which also didn't cure the buffeting issue. My HD dealership accepted the bike back with 300 miles on it and sold me a 2020 Road Glide. The RG should've been my 1st choice from the start. I ride year round and 25+mph winds are not an issue. The wind buffeting is gone and, the wind protection from that massive front fairing is second to none.

Tall needs more followers ! Love you videos Tall. Keep it up buddy.

Love both of em ! Great editing! Lots cuts ! That took some serious time ! Well done ! Always room for another motorcycle ! 😁 And another ........and another ....... and.....

It really comes down to what makes you happy!! I absolutely love my 2017 RGS! I picked the Road Glide over the street glide because I am 6'6" and the street glide made me feel cramped. The Road Glide fairing is back further and gives the impression that you have a lot more room. I love how my Road Glide cuts through the wind. I have heard that at highway speeds the batwing fairing puts more pressure on your hands and arms because the wind is putting all that pressure against you(Do not know how true this is-It is just something some riders have mentioned) where this never happens with the Shark fairing. I am very happy with my Road Glide and you are very happy with your street glide! It's ALL good! Ride smart & ride safe brother!

That’s why I bought a Challenger. Off the floor, engine, suspension, ready to go! Took it to SD and it ran perfectly. Rode 1040 miles straight home with zero discomfort.

Best video on this subject on KZread! Excellent!! Enjoy your bike!

Traveling Tall, Always like your videos and never have disliked anything !

Awesome video. This was helpful and yesterday picked up my 2021 Street Glide. I rented road glide and street glide multiple times and the deciding factor for me was the layout off the controls on the street glide! Thanks you for making these videos.

Agree about the blowing minor differences all out of proportion. After all, we're talking about nearly 900 lbs of bike either way. Not much is going to move them, and not very much if/when it does. I've ridden both and I prefer the Road Glide. I like the looks of both. However, I'm only 5' 9". On the Street Glide the fairing and dash seemed to be right in my face - almost felt claustrophobic - on a motorcycle! I liked that the Road Glide fairing seemed lower and further away. Can't go wrong either way!

Yo that it's the slickest editing I've seen in a while. I'm not familiar with either but definitely prefer the bat wing to the shark nose. Love everything you've done to your bike and can't wait to see the new one! Ride safe!

Love the bat wing vs the shark nose the look of your street glide made me get my own.. 2016 cvo black and cobalt blue going to put a lot of your upgrades on my bike...your s g looks amazing keep up the vids...hey Tall as always have a blessed day

I went from an Ultra Limited to a Road Glide Limited and wouldn’t go back. I love the extra room I get between me and the fairing. The inner fairing definitely grew on me. I also like how the fixed fairing feels lighter in the front end on slow maneuvers. Keep up the great videos! Heading to the Smokies Saturday so I’ll be up that way. Be safe!

Such a great video. Your editing is so on point. Both are great bikes. I was told since I'm 6'4" that a Road Glide would fit me better. But I just bought a 2021 Street Glide Special FLHXS 2 weeks ago. Just picked it up a few days ago and I love it. Fits great.

Really enjoy your vids Tall. Loved my Street Glide but I dig the Road Glide too.

Great Video. Thank You. Currently deciding between Road Glide and Street Glide. This is helpful.

Thank you for the honest review. So many reviews I see on the two bikes are usually biased towards one or the other.

I ride a 16 street glide everyday here in Kansas and have no problems with shaking or any other kind of handling issues. Great video Tall, Keep them coming.

i share your opinion. the way the gauges look and/or are setup in the RoadGlide was deciding factor for me. the important gauges seemed too far away for me to see comfortably. i really appreciate how all the Batwing gauges are eye level and i can read with just a glance.

Another great video from you. Many thanks I was definitely going to buy a Harley in 2000. I loved the lines of the wide glide. A friend said, "If you plan to ride a lot, get a Road King". (roadglide and street glide did exist back then). I bought the wide glide and soon learned for long distance running I should have bought the road king. LOL. But I'm a stubborn, dedicated man. When I commit to something, I stick with it. I was determined to see that Harley turn over 100,000 miles so I kept it. I gradually began adding things that would have come with a road king because on a 8-12 hour trip, a guy needs a bit of comfort or you get so worn out, you don't enjoy the ride. Big saddlebags, big windshield, extra footpegs, Foot and hand grips with thick rubber padding from Kuryakn. A 12volt outlet so I can plug in my phone or electric suit if it gets nasty cold. I soon learned 50 degrees with rain will suck the life out of you. Some folks say I cluttered the bike and ruined the lines. Well, I guarantee they won't last 8 hours on a run with me. The bike has 88,520 miles now so I'm sure in two years, she will turn the 100,000 mark. I use Amsoil and change every 5,000 miles. I'm hoping she will go the distance without any major repairs. I plan to do a compression check on Sunday to see how things are inside. That would be a serious brag, 100,000 miles without a top end rebuild. I'll be prepping her for winter storage. Southern WI is not biker friendly once November rolls around. I put it on a bike lift, roll it into a corner of the garage, hook up the battery tender and cover her up for the winter hibernation. April cannot come soon enough. This summer I swapped both tires for the new American elites and I am IMPRESSED with those. Excellent handling, love the way they lean in so smooth for curves and for tight turns in town. Really good traction.

Agreed, I like having my control right there. I love my SG!

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Me too. Thanks for watching.

Man, forgive me. I thought I subscribed a while ago. I started following you when I started my vlog in December and bought my 2020 Electra Glide. I enjoy the heck out of what you post. Thank you.

Liking your perspective mate, keep it up. Cheers from Queensland, Australia

I love the Street Glide. Keep up the great videos Brother. Blessings from London England 🇬🇧 🤜🏾🤛🏾👍🏾

Nothing wrong with having both!!!! Enjoyed the video and good objective viewpoint leading into personal preference. Take Care and Be Safe!!!

Just checking out your videos, I’m thinking about getting me street glide, I love the way they look, big Rob from Shreveport la!!!

Thanks dude. Great informative video. I did subscribe. Yes, my garage also has room for another bike. There’s only three in there! Ride safe.

My Electra glide has 0 problems when passing trucks. 100% agree with you.

I like extra room and storage of the frame mounted fairing. Love my Road Glide!

Awesome review! I’m an hour away in Morristown. I’ve gotta stop by your shop to support local.

Great videos Tall. My last bike was an Ultra Classic Electraglide and my current bike is a Road Glide Ultra. I agree that although you may “feel” a little more wind buffeting the batwing fairing on the highway, it doesn’t really make a difference. Same in the twisties. I rode my friends street glide yesterday and noticed 2 of the biggest functional differences in my opinion. The speedo and tach placement on the batwing allow faster checks. This was apparent to me riding through congested towns with constantly changing speed limits. The other is reach to the radio. I’m 5’9” with kinda short arms and I really have to lean if I want to touch the radio on my road glide. The batwing is much easier to each.

hey Tall, i appreciate your review and i fill you hit the topic like a hammer hitting a nail. i have a road king and i new that i wanted to get another bike so i was looking at the road glide and the STREET GLIDE. After researching i went with the STREET GLIDE. Their both beautiful bikes and i there is a slight weight difference when turning the handle bars but that only reminds me to respect the ability and weight of my bike. Keep doing what your doing and ride safe....

Amen brother, I have a 2019 Ultra Limited, another benefit is the fairing speakers of the batwing over the shark nose. The angle of the front speakers are better for sound at Hwy speeds.

Tall, love your channel! My 1st Harley was a Road King. Loved the old time look & ride. Still do but from there I upgraded to an tra because I love to travel. I have had 3 batwing bikes put over 180,000 miles on them no problem with wind or anything else, until I started watching you tube videos. Most long distance riders seem to prefer the Road Glide. I tried one now I own a 2020 RG Limited. I agree not a huge difference going around big trucks at high speed. But definitely is smoother. The big thing for me is the ride just puts a big smile on my face & that's what it's all about! Like everyone else has said, once you go RG you will never go back to a batwing. I agree!

I like your review as I did one back in 2018, I too was trying to decide on which bike to buy as I was trading in my 17 RK. I’m glad you said it’s what you prefer as the wind thing really had nothing to do on how you feel when you sit on one and ride it. Each person has a different feel so for folks that are 6 foot or taller, they tend to want the RG over the SG. I personally like the fact I can see over my RG faring as I am 6-1 and put a Mustang super touring seat to move me back two inches and it’s perfect for me. So good job!!!

Street Glide vs Road Glide? There is no one answer. I went from a 2004 Road King Custom to a 2016 Road Glide Special after an accident totaled my beloved Road King. No regrets with the decision but I did hem and haw for a while on Street Glide vs Road Glide. Each person should try both and make their own decision as both are the ultimate in touring greatness! Keep up the great content!

I had a '15 RG and now have a '20 SG. I like the SG better, to me it has a bit lower balance point and a sportier feel to the handling. (each to their own) Also I like the looks of the SG a bit better.

Hey Tall great video, been working a ton of overtime and haven’t ridden in three weeks. I need a change of scenery bad man!

Enjoy your videos Tall. Currently ride a Victory Cross Country Tour and a Honda Goldwing DCT. I have room in the barn for a HD RD or SG but not the time to ride another touring bike. Life is hard! 😎👍🏻

Tall, the road glide is much better for what you do. I had a 15 SG AND blown all over the highway. A guy told me years ago to get the RG. I opted for the SG, 2 years later after almost be blown into a car on Tuesday, I got a 17 RG that following Saturday. Very expensive lesson. I know HD will be more than happy to give you one for a week or so. You have built a fan base built o honesty. Good luck !

Thank you for the comparison. I have 2 bikes now, Heritage Softail Classic and a Moto Guzzi MGX-21. I have been considering the Road Glide or a Street Glide. This video helps. Thank you. Keep Riding!

love your street glide! great job with the upgrades!

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

I have a RGS and a SG standard...there’s really nothing to compare because both are unique and GREAT bikes!! I’ve been blessed with both and wouldn’t wanna get rid of either...so my vote is to have BOTH Traveling Tall!! Keep making great vids brother!! 💪🏽🙏🏽💙

Thanks for sharing your views!

Beginning to think tall went on a nice vacation. Missing the good content bo. Hope all is well Stay safe

Well said Tall. I agree with you on all points. I ride a 14 SGS.

I completely agree with you on that inner fairing thing man. I got a 2020 SGS and the inner fairing was the better of the two. I also really like the bars being closer to the fairing vs the road glide it makes the street glide look cleaner imo. Road glide looks amazing from every other angle too especially on air and a center stand but he rider view is important

I hear you man no regrets either, I have 2010 street glide with 98 cc I have done some upgrade to the bike to make it mine own. One day I will do a stage 1 change the air intake and slip-on and maybe put small ape hangers and some more custom dynamic lights so I could be seen. Keep what you are doing and hopefully we meet up on the road. Stay safe brother!

@Robbanks0805

4 жыл бұрын

Think you mean 96 and CI as in cubic inch lol! 98cc motor ain't gonna move a SG anywhere fast lol!

I believe you have convinced me to go with the Street Glide.

The street glide is like the Road Glide's little brother. It's OK but I would never, ever, buy, let alone ride my second, choice. The RGS can do it all AND it looks good doing it. No regrets over here. It sounds, to me, like you want one. GET ONE I say! :-)

Great video tall. I've never been on a street glide. I have an ultra limited with removable tour pack, so I've always had the 13 in suspension. I have never had any handing issues in either an RG or Ultra Limited, love both bikes, but prefer the feel of the bat wing, like you the rider view of the instrument panel is more pleasing to the eye. I have passing lamps so the lighting isn't a lot different compared to the RG, maybe even better. I do know one downside to the RG, having family in law enforcement, they have seen more people turn in front of them at night thinking it was a car further away, but you can throw in more lights to help with that. Ride safe. Good Bless!

I actually bought a street glide special on the sole grounds that I hate the way the road glide front fairing looks. I think it looks hideous. I'm a little jealous at the low speed handling of the road glide, but I still think the street glide is better.

Detailed & Accents you have added are done in good taste.... Ride Safe.........

Love how Jordan 1s feel on my feet.. Also love street an the electra glides over the road gluide. Cant beat the bat wings in my book..to each his own

Two things folks seem to overlook in differences between RG and SG are 1) the distance difference from rider to fairing can affect the rider pocket of air. Windshields can change the area of the pocket, but the distance is a factor in handling feel and makes me feel like the fairing is right in my face fairing distance also may factor into weather/wind protection IMO. 2) I think the wind hitting the fairing of a SG gives more feedback in curves ( like a sports car)while the RG turn in is lighter ( like a luxury car) by comparison.Bonus: the cubbies in the RG are 1M times better than those mail slots in the SG fairing!

Excellent video as usual. I feel like your next bike will be a fixed faring motorcycle that has gained the nickname of cyclops. That’s a true performance bagger straight out of the crate.

Glad your back talking Harley-Davidson motorcycle. I’m a road glide fan. I’m surprised that you don’t ride a Road Glide because your tall no pun intended. Most H-D salespeople say if your tall go Road Glide. All your Indian videos I could care less. Feels good watching your videos again. Thumbs up Tall 👍🍺🇺🇸

Great video, Tall! As for me, the only logical answer between the RG and SG is BOTH!!! :) (Come on Powerball!!! ;) I love what you have done, BTW!!! I would have done the same as far as to start with the standard and make it my own. Good job!!!

Just caught your vid today. Living in S. Knox. Enjoy. :-)

I prefer the looks of the outer fairing on the RoadGlide, the ride of the RG and the storage of the fairing pockets. Just a lot better than my 2015 Limited, to be honest. I had a 2001 RG and I miss it.

Road Glide looks Cooler. The big problem is riders like him riding with short sleeve shirts and sneakers. This culture with Harley riders must change.

@Lex-Rex

4 жыл бұрын

Keeps the ER busy and thins the herd.

Just subscribed and waving from Chattanooga!

i have a 2003 classic,bat wing, and also a 2016 RGS. i love both bikes, the only difference I've found is that my Roadglide is a bit lighter on the handle bars in slow moving maneuvers

Had a 2018 Street Glide now I have a 2020 Road Glide I like the new one better,but I 💯 percent agree with this guy .Buy what you like .

Yes both are great and being 6’4 is the main reason I bought my 2020 road glide limited last year

I have a 2019 streetglide standard. I agree with you about the inner fairings. I have 51,000 miles on it no issues with the bike. Also have air ride and total led lights on it.. I do have a fan behind d my oil cooler and lo e jugs on the bike.. runs super cool.. end it as I live in mesa arizona. And ride all year long .Never an issue with the wind or big trucks. Been all over the US and no problems with the bikes handling. Would buy a new streetglide again. Great video.

No man you did the right thing. Those two big headlights suck. Your bike is sweet.

I've always associated Harley touring with the Batwing fairing, when I was growing up in the 70's, there was an old couple who lived near by with a King of the Road Shovelhead with the two up rat trap seat and batwing and they rode everywhere together, so i have a soft spot for the Batwing, but in the same regards, I feel a since of nostalgia thinking about the classic picture of Vaughn Beals and Willie G riding Tour Glides across America after the AMF buyback.

It's funny how tastes are different. I bought the road glide because I like how the inner faring looks over the street glide :D

I have a 2020 Street Glide and I hated it first because I was not flat foot I’m 5’2”. But it was a cool looking bike. Therefore, I had it lowered now I love it!!!

Good stuff brother.

HD should pay you a bonus based on the number of times you said "Road Glide" or "Street Glide" 👍

Love your vdo man

I came off of a Ultra Limited. Then I have bought a 18 Road Glide. I used to get head buffeting on my batwing. But my Road Glide, I actually get none of that. I see you have no problem with that. That's why I turned to the "dark side" haha. Plus, I think it's a much better ride. Ride safe man!!

To me the best difference between the fork mounted fairing and the frame mounted fairing is the better low speed maneuverability of the frame mounted fairing. I also have a hard time getting comfortable on a batwing bike. I feel like I'm sitting on the bike whereas on a RG I feel like I'm sitting in the bike. The downside of the RG to me, if retaining the stock HD sound system, is that, with a helmet on at least, I can't hear the music at freeway speeds. I think this has a lot to do with the speaker location. On a batwing bike the speakers are that much closer to you and are closer together.

They both are great motorcycle but I just think the Roadglide is a better highway motorcycle and better for taller people

@lonmidwest5363

4 жыл бұрын

I'm over 6ft and when sitting on a SG it Feels smaller and to close a Fairing period. By design I think the RG is a better choice .

@dr.jamieadamspleasantph.d.1609

4 жыл бұрын

@@lonmidwest5363 it is! roadglide better touring bike

@dougm7737

4 жыл бұрын

I was torn at time of purchase really! Love em both evenly, the dual headlight look "for lighting and safety", and freeway handling was the decider really. I have the '18 RGS and love the fact that you can open and close th 3 vents, 1 on top and two side vents by the headlights. I rented them both several times before deciding. I also felt like I was in the RG vs being on the Street glide, seemed to the big difference only because of the way the fairing is situated. Both great bikes!! Great video as always!!

@tygreenwood472

4 жыл бұрын

I'm '6 6" and have know issue with being comfortable on my ultra limited the RG SG debate is played out ride what looks best and you feel most comfortable on!

I agree 100% about the rider perspective look. I love the Road Glide from the front (especially with the Mean Mug!) but I do not like the way it looks from the rider perspective. I love the way the Street Glide looks from the front (although I do like the front of the Road Glide better), but mostly the dash that I can see the whole time I'm riding. Utimately it still just comes down to personal preference. Appreciate the video.

I vastly prefer the Road Glide. Feels less claustrophobic, handles wind better, feels lighter in the curves, has better lighting stock, and the vents are better too. In my opinion of course!

I own both and love them equally for different reasons. Although I will say I have fallen more in love with my road glide because it’s the white one like you test road and my dad always wanted a white bike. He passed away and two weeks later I had to buy it

Good video. Go down sit on each bike or ride each bike. Pick the one that fits you the best and the one you like the best. Figure in what mods you want and which one will fit your mods the best. Then buy the one that YOU like. Don't worry about what anyone else thinks, because at the end of the day you are the one paying for it and you are the one riding it. If someone else tells you that you bought the wrong bike just tell them that they can complain when they pay for your bike.

the way you have customized the street glide is 11/10. Wouldnt want to see this go. Back to the video :)

@TravelingTall

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thanks for watching jhashmi2011