Harley-Davidson Sport Glide Review. 107 Softail Cruiser/Tourer motorcycle with retro/modern styling 

Hey guys, love your reviews , watch them all from Belgium 😉 just 1 little problem: as a female biker (Harley Davidson Iron 1200) I'd love to buy a female shirt from you, but they don't exist (just 1, who looks more for non-riders). But it's no reason at all to stop following you guys 😉 Greetings from Antwerp

Quickly becoming one of the best bike review channels on yt.

I ride a 2019 in Barracuda Silver with a stage 1. Imo, best bang for the buck in the softail range. Parting the bags together is roughly 3k..not including assembly and install, inverted front forks, abs, and cruise all standard. Also, the bags are slightly bigger than the Heritage bags.

Just bought an ex-demo in black with a stage 1. Only 133 miles when I picked her up. Very pleased so far. It's a second bike for me so saving for the better weather rides.

I never really looked at the Sport Glide to be honest. Inverted forks, 2 into 1 exhaust, Storage it looks like it has everything I’ve been searching for in a motorbike.

Can’t believe you never mentioned the versatility of removing the saddle bags and fairing to get the naked look 🤭

First thing I did with mine was get a bigger screen, the stock one is hopeless, then did a stage one upgrade with a cobra system and it sounds so much better. One thing you did not mention in the video is that you can easily unclip the fairing and panniers and you have a completely different bike.

The Sport Glide is the best looking Softail of the whole bunch, hands down. Add to that the practicality of the short fairing and the panniers(saddle bags) and it's a winner all round. I toured the Pyrenees on a Sport Glide and it was a truly amazing companion. Only thing I would say is that the seat is not great for Touring and this is easily resolved by ordering a replacement two part seat with backrest from Mustang.

When HD went from the Twin cam to the M8 they revised a lot on all the softail range including the side stand. They shortened it so when moving the bike off the stand it felt less heavy, as there was not so far to move the bike to get it in the vertical position. This aspect might hinder putting the bike on the stand, or taking it off the stand if the surfaces are not even. P.S. All Softail's are air and oil cooled.

I have a 2018 Sport Glide. So far, I have to say it's the best MC I have owned. Outstanding fit and finish, dream to ride. Great overall cruiser

I love how the bike is popping and crackling in the background while you talk about it! I personally think the styling of that bike is excellent! No one! I mean no one, builds a cruiser like Harley Davidson! Absolutely beautiful machine! They could have put some sturdier looking bags on it, but the inclusion of the bags is great IMO. I love the way they broke up the chrome with the black, but they should have put mid controls on it and given it more lean angle. I mean it is the “sport” glide, right? You should have shown the bike with the fairing removed and the bags as well. It looks even better that way, I think?

Actually more than just air cooled, there’s a radiator at the front that cools oil circulated to cylinder heads, makes a significant difference. Also the weight of the 2018 Softails is significantly improved especially compared with larger Harley cruisers. I had an Electraglide and part exchanged it for SportGlide - a huge improvement in ease and enjoyment of riding thanks to significant weight reduction. The SportGlide is the best motorcycle I’ve owned or ridden over 3 decades.

Thought about buying one of these, like the way the panniers and fairing detach for the cruiser look, almost two bikes in one, if it gets the 114 engine in 2021 I might be tempted.

I have the 2018 SG and its a very under rated bike in the H-D line up. It works for around town and weekend touring. However, for the base price it should come with ride by wire, riding modes, cruise control, and front dual disk brakes. I dumped the faring and installed a Memphis Shades fairing that actually does keep the wind from buffeting. For 2021 it needs a major upgrade and the 114 engine to be competitive. If I were to buy again, I would go with the Heritage Classic or take a hard look at the BMW R18.

You Guys make Great reviews, keep up the good work. Greetings from belgium! I ride a 2020 spruce street Bob

Wow you guys are very prolific at the moment with your reviews. Still no sign of the Indian dealer loaning you a scout and scout bobber to review? I'm looking forward to those two reviews.

Nice review once again! I struggled between this the Fat Bob and Low Rider S. Ended up with the Fat Bob, but sometimes I second guess my choice a little. Love the Scorched Orange color!

I have the same bike stage II ( S&S 475) and it flies !

Love your review of the R18 by the way. We're only just receiving demo versions of those.....but it made me wanna get to restoring my old, tucked away out of sight R90S....oops, I'm showing off now, soz 🤣

Good review, but you forgot to discuss the big attraction of this bike is the removable saddlebags and windscreen that give you a lot of options and different looks for the bike.

Hey guys... Love the channel & the laid back presentation style. Surprisingly relevant content as well...being from Australia it's sometimes hard to relate to some motorcycle reviews. No such problems with your presentations though...excellent 👌 I have just purchased a 2022 Harley Sport Glide. I rode various Harley models with the 107 & 114 engines & found the 107 suited my style of riding better. I know people say that bigger is better...but to my way of thinking if a 107 cubic inch motor is not big enough,you either have a very small doodle or very big balls 🤣😂 Keep up the great work & I hope the move went well mate 👍

Probably my favourite Harley. I'd be happier at 5'8 with a taller screen, mids, and a second disc. Fuel gauge on the left fuel cap or is that an option.

I am on the lookout for the Sport Glide in this colour

The only Harley that again and again keeps catching my attention. Will I give in in the end and buy one?

Greetings once more from Sydney, Oz....I considered the Sport Glide when the Dyna's were dumped & the transition to the "new" Softails began. Seems like a lifetime ago now, with everything that's happened. I'm 5' 11" & the fit was reasonable but I just couldn't let my - one of the last of the breed - 2014 Dyna Street Bob Special Edition go.....& dive in to the - at the time, as yet unproven - Milwaukee 8. I was well aware of the so-called benefits but the prices here were & remain rediculously high. I also tend to prefer the last of a breed in preference to the first of a breed. I like the refinements & sorting out of any particular series....within it's design limitations of course....to the all-new, unproven setup, but I guess we'll see. An interesting detail I noticed in the last years of the pre-Millwaukee Dyna vs Softails sales floor battle is to do with price. The Dyna's, especially the more premium models, like the Wide Glide, tended to cost the same or more than their Softail equivalents, say for instance, the old Softail Custom. Both were chopper-ish & competed directly with each other. The Dyna had the higher price.... But in the later years, Harley had moved all the Dyna's "down" the price scale & kept or moved the Softails "up" the price scale. And with the introduction of the Milwaukee, they're still there. I raise this stuff with younger folk....& they have no idea what I'm talking about. Keep up the good work Cheers Nik 👍😊

I love the low-down grunt on my 1670 cc MT-01, so I'd appreciate this bike. I appreciate reverse on my trike, a Can-Am Spyder F3-S. I just wish I had it over here in Thailand. Mr Darcy's voice is still muted. Turn him up!

I have one, like your reviews++, did you mention the removable batwing fairing and cruise control, maybe I missed that, the side stand is not good you have to be careful, the front brake lacks feel and should have a twin disc, having said that I love this bike

You have a great show here lads many thanks. Occasionally I see unhelpful comments essentially saying that because the findings of your motorcycle reviews are almost always very positive that you are somehow shilling for the bike manufacturers. To anyone with a brain in their heads this is nonsense as you are testing premium quality motorcycles the like of which have never before been seen in the history of the world and that these bikes are almost always brilliant in every conceivable way and full of the latest tech so it's hardly surprising your results are usually so positive. I really enjoy the way you carry out your testing which is how I would go about it myself given the chance.

Hiya, I have watched all your videos and find them very useful and relevant, I am a new rider, passed my test this year, I have purchased a HD 883 Sportster ( that I love ) for my first bike, the question I have for you guys is : If you were to choose between a Fat Bob and a Sport Glide which would you choose ? thanks in advance and I look forward to your next review

Hey guys!! Great reviews! I’m 185cm. Do you think I’ll need to raise the handle bars? How did you felt? Thanks

Does that speedo need to read to 210mph? Nice looking bike, I much to prefer it to the BMW, but how does it compare to the Heritage? Cheers.

Another great vlog guys. Buy yourself a helmet cam though for the moving clips. You know you can afford it 😉.

The one and only thing I hate about my 2020 Fat Boy is the side-stand. I wish someone would make an after-market stand.

Great review, any chance you can get your hands on the Indian FTR1200?

Nice looking bike and another great review

This bike has just about everything I want..... Abs, cruise, bags, mag wheels, 5 gallon tank.... Now if it just wasn't so pricey

I like the details u tell. You can have an idea if u would buy a bike like this. A small tip about audio setup: u should have a better mic to give the feeling about how bike sounds like.

Hi MrDarcy & the Ol'Man. How does this compare to ride against the Heritage Classic? Apart from the engine and looks is it overall a similar bike to ride? In OZ it's just over $6,000 cheaper than the HC which is a lot! I heard it's got a slightly shorter rear shock I wonder how much difference that makes.

Great review! I see that you are a Harley expert :) Maybe you can help me... I'm 6'4- what do you think, which softail has the best ergonomics/seating position for me?

This one's definitely on my bucket list! I was just wondering whether the dummy fuel cap fits on the other side. If so, it'd be a handy spare, in case of loss or theft.

2020 Slim next! The nostalgia of motorcycle war and R18 inspiration/benchmark

Great review... Seems a wee bit pricey but I guess they hold value better than most... I guess

I quite like the looks of this one. A but like a heritage classic without the long front fender, which to me is an improvement.

Really nice sound even on camera

Awesome review chaps thanks 👌🏻

This bike with a proper windshield is a very decent touring/highway bike. How do you justify the price diffetence between this bike and the Heritage Classic?

Would this or the new fat bob be a good second bike coming from the iron 883?

If you can't put your helmet in one of the bags, what's the point. In addition, the Sport Glide provides a much better ride with more response from the front end suspension. The Heritage is just to soft and mushy of a ride !!! What I am trying to say is do you want thrills or do you want just miles of nothingness. Thanks for the review but I think the Sport Glide is way better than the Heritage !!! Both bikes have suckey bags!!!

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getting this bike. dont know when. but i am getting it.

Any chance of you getting your grubby mitts on a Moto Guzzi MGX-21 and do a comparison?

Another great review 👍

Best Harley

Getting to hire this weekend....looks cool. Thanks for video

what's the clanking sound when the bike is at rest after a short spin?

After watching your review of the Fat Bob, I think this bike splits the difference between it and a Heritage Classic.

Fix the heat roasting your balls! Bigger fuel tank. Reduce price by at least a third. Better brakes. Do these and it's a great bike. I don't mind the weight at all, it's good for highway stability as the OlMan says.

Guys make a review on Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe

If one isn’t married to the classic cruiser style but wants a bike with bags then I’d look at a 1250 RT instead. You get more.

Saludos amigos me encantan sus videos 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Such a great moto review channel. Lots on real life info. I'm looking to buy myself first HD bike and I think the Sport Glide is best all-rounder and best value. PS: old man is looking buffed and veiny af. :D

It's a beautiful bike but I don't like the matte finish on the saddlebags... it makes them look cheap plastic.

So that's what Santa does on his off days..

Blimey, I didn’t know you’d make a Sport-Glide video- but now I’m informed!

so you think that low rider s 20/21 is better then this sport glide?

Hi guys, discovered your channel today, instant sub, very good reviews, watched about 10 so far, i do have a question if that's ok, me and the mrs are in the market to upgrade from our current XSR900 to a cruiser, she hates the back after about 20min and i don't blame her. I'm 6ft 3, I would say similar build to yourself Ol Man, we live in Aussie and want to do some longer rides with the mrs on the back (5ft 5 smaller build) but unsure on the bikes to try out, I'm not 100% set on the heritage look, that may change when i see it face to face, would this sport glide be suitable? I really like the idea that i can remove the bags and fairing quickly and take the bike o a solo fun run for myself when we are not 2 up, but then 2up i can put it back on and we can cruise around for small day trips, I guess a back rest and upgraded seat would probably be needed for longer 2 up rides? We don't have a huge budget, this bike is at the top end, with the Heritage going that tad over, We have also considered a few other brands like Indian but Harley seems to have the best options and recently at least from my perspective they have added allot to the bikes for the money (USD forks, cruise, keyless etc) Anyway thanks for the channel guys, keep up the great work

I just don't get it why harley didn't put a proper windshield on this, it's like they thought the minimalistic look will be good lol. I've seen some modified sports glide version which look much better.. Memphis shade windshield, t bars, 2 into 1 exhaust 👌🏽

Thanks again for your good work 👍 And another great bike, i like it. The proportions fit very well to bigger guys in my opinion. D'arcy (i prefer to call him "son") is 6'2" (same height like me) and the bike fits him perfectly. Furthermore, to me the sport glide is a kind of modern interpretation of bikes like the heritage classic etc, and should be in particular interesting for younger people. And yes, the actual Version of side stands on the Softtails are really a big fuck up..... By the way: Do you know the website "cycle-ergo.com" ? On this Website you can check your proportions on several bikes. Lots of bikes of nearly every manufacturer, enter your height / inseam and see what it looks like

In terms of handling especially on corners how does it compare to the R18 ? I hesitate between both and I’m 192cm tall …

Sure wish they had a water-cooled version. When you get caught in heavy stop & go traffic with this version, you cook... Over-all though it's a nice bike. It'd be a nicer bike for 3 to 5 thousand dollars less. 8:05 "simple" (code for old technology). 8:20 "no rider modes" (again, code for slack engineering).

It's so cool - especially in this colour - but in Denmark its like +35.000£

That bike looks tiny when olman drives it. 😂😜

It this was like 13K € I'd definitely get it but 22k € is ridiculous.

Damned by feint praise?

Not a fan. Don't quite know what its supposed to be. Sounds terrible compared to conventional HDs Good review though 👍

I like it....😊

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Indian challenger is the KING OF THE BAGGERS 👑❤️👑🤍👑💙👑 Modern American steel.......

Nice review

I can't stand that whine on a stock 107. Change the exhaust day one lol

Start putting the gauges on the bars and not on the tank,

i like it ;;; may get one ;;

Harley is well over 100 years old. Why haven't they learned to make a proper sidestand??

HDs are a load of rubbish. They don't handle, are far too slow and are way to expensive 😉 And that's from someone who has never owned or ridden one. That's all meant to be ironic by the way. On a more serious note my mate has exactly this bike and the colour is great. He had also been thinking about buying a Goldwing and every time I see him on it I remind him that he made the correct decision in buying it. Its a quality made bike and he say's its the most comfortable bike he has ever ridden. Ok if you want to race along its not the bike for you , so go buy a Blade , but for most of us its fast enough. We are also fortunate in living close to Sykes Eastbourne as they're a dealership that look after their customers and you get a free drink whether your on an HD or in my case a GS. Would I buy one definitely but not on the pension I have. Must go and buy that Lottery ticket now. Great video.

Looking to sell my 2022 Sport glide and buy a new Triumph scrambler 1200 XE I know they are completely different bikes but don’t want to make a bad choice either, Has anyone owned the triumph.

same stand as my low rider ,, i would give the designer a twisted ear if stood next to me,

How do you not know how to use a kickstand? And P.S.....a Harley kickstand is locked in place with the weight of the bike on it(won't let the bike roll forward off the stand)......rubbish huh?

These guys are a couple of kids playing with toys 😀

Very nice review, thanks. WTH is Harley's deal though, get over it and water cool these damn bikes.

Do me a favour chaps.......can you review an Indian Roadmaster and an Indian Chieftain please?? There's a dealer not far from you in Northants. I fancy an addition to the garage and my local H-D dealer are giving me the impression they don't give a sh*t, even after an email enquiry via H-D UK and a visit to them in person (because I had no answer to my email). Even after a visit and request for a quote a week ago, still no answer. Clearly H-D have enough money and do not require any more.

i tested one my 20 year old beema is better by a country mile

Why are Harvey's stand rubbish should be better buy now