Is the 2024 Limited still a Viable Option Next to the New Road Glide and Street Glide? 

All RU-vidrs have or are getting the new bikes..cause they make content (Matt Laidlaw excluded cause he owns a dealership). The Limiteds are set up from the factory to tour, and comes with GPS. The new ones can tour, but with an upcharge for the GPS and no tour pack, and from what I have heard, a little less comfortable. Even with the tech upgrades with the new ones (I like the huge display), I am content with my 2022 CVO Roadglide Limited.

I'm still rocking a '14 Ultra Limited with no plans to upgrade anytime soon so my input is based on that...the king tour pack may give off geezer glide vibes but 100% once you have one, you'll never want to go without again. Lol! That thing is so damn handy even when you're not touring. I love it. ✌

Test rode a ‘24 117 with the new electronics.. wasn’t blown away and I like long distance riding so I’ll keep my ‘23 limited. It’s tried and true and I’m sure most if not all of the kinks have been exposed and addressed by now. As with any new launch, I’m sure there are things that still need to be worked out and addressed with future upgrades.

The only thing the last gen needs is a shield and a back rest. Done.That 114 absolutely kicks ass in stock form for 2 up touring.

The Lowers, the tourpak and its lights, the hydraulic clutch and the iconic stand alongwith lots of extras, cam and many chrome, nope I am not giving up my '17 ultra limited.

I’m so glad I’m thrilled with my ‘18 RGS with the chopped tour pack . It handles all my needs and probably will for the remainder of my riding years.

Detailed, comprehensive report on some popular selling touring models. Not my style of motorcycle, but I always enjoy the contrasts, comparisons, functionality, and nowadays cost of making it the riders own. Your video was as unbiased as possible, full of valuable info from a source that actually knows what they are talking about. Thanks, Matt.

I have the 24 Tobacco Fade Limited. People constantly want to see the bike. The new bikes are missing very important items for 2024 - no tour pack and no lower fairings. Shocks also have an extra inch on the limited. When you add the tour pack to actually match the limited it’s expensive to actually match the limited correctly. Lower leg fairings also make a big difference.

I love it when you guys go in depth with equipment 😎💪

Wow Matthew! This is an info-packed video for the WIN! Thanks!!

Literally the question that’s been on my mind this week.

Thank You Matt! Your video, excellently done, totally answered all of my questions and then some!

Another well done video Matt. You're comparison between these choices is spot on. Lower fairings are probably one of the biggest factors because they're specific to each model. I had an '05 Electra Glide Standard that I installed soft lowers and fork mounted deflectors on to keep the wind off my legs for cooler weather. My '17 Ultra Limited is much more efficient in managing that wind. You can open the doors down there with your feet if it's too warm, I also think heated grips are a game changer and I'll never go without a King Tour Pack with the power port inside again. Even though I'm vertically challenged (compared to you) I also prefer the taller shocks for ride quality. Stock shocks suit me fine since I'm not trying to race it in the King of the Baggers Series. The only reason I would consider trading for the newer Gen would be for the weight as I get older. Maybe the new body style will grow on me over time but I prefer the Rushmore look on these bikes over any other era. As for the stereo, comm. system, nav. and gauge cluster layouts, I could care less, usually don't pay them much attention anyway. I ride to get away and clear my head. An open road and the sound of my pipes is all I need and I've always managed to find my way home. Keep up the superior content!

Great job explaining all the options Matt.

I have been waiting for this video!!!

Thanks Matt, great video. Honestly... as you've broken it all down, still a tough choice!

As always, brilliant explained 💯👍🏼

As always a very informative and helpful video from Matt😎👍

Not having lowers was the biggest thing I missed going from a road glide ultra to the new road glide (Like whoa its cold in the winter LOL) , but the lightness, power, and big digital screen more then makes up for it. So many dealers service writers are uneducated on the new ones and simplicity of so much Harley did, such as a bar change like Thrashin's bars are easily a 1-2 hours job, a stretch at a 3 hour job. But every single dealer I called is quoting 7-10 hour job which is literally insane.

We need a Softail Wide Glide!

As usual…..fantastic job on the review very informative and answered a lot of questions. I really appreciate your attention to detail and your product knowledge. Thanks again, sir.

Always informational , it’s still a tough choice . But thx for all of your videos and rides 💯🇺🇸👍🏻

Great video, Matt. Always so informative to the viewers whether we currently own, or are potential buyers. Personally, I watch your videos simply for selling points and ideas. I’d love to be in Sales one day, so I listen to a lot of experts so when the day comes I know what I’m talking about. Can’t imagine learning from anyone better than you! Keep up the great work, man!

Love the new fairings on the 2024 models but for my needs the Ultra Limited checks all the boxes. I intend to keep my 2023 Ultra Limited Anniversary. I enjoyed the comparison and contrasting between the bikes. Thanks for posting

Great Stuff Matt. I test rode the new road glide and loved it but I do a ton of miles on my bike so comfort is ket. I think I will hold off until they update the road glide limited after watching your video.

Matt, this is a GREAT in-depth analysis. Great job, man! I try to get out of the big city as quickly as possible and into the foothills, mountains, and country, so I really appreciate what you did here. I ride a 2015 Rushmore Ultra Ltd, and a 2015 Indian Roadmaster and I tour long distance. I think that the Goldwing, Chieftain and Roadmaster having all LED hi-vis lighting, heated grips and seats, high-end suspensions, the audio and seating battles, etc, pushed HD to evolve forward in an amazing way. I do see the majority of guys wanting a Road/Street Glide because it's more practical for them to ride a bagger to their favorite local spot for food/ drinks in town. Is the frame on the Road/Street Glide the exact same frame as the Ultra, and are the fork rakes the same? That would be important for someone who actually wants to get away from 4-wheelers to grand tour (minority of guys) and not just stay local (majority of weekend warriors). I don't understand why HD is pushing the Road/Street Glide on city riders when the Road King is a phenomenal bagger. Why did the Road King get shoved to the back?????

Nailed it Matt! I am waiting on next year's models to see if H-D is going to make a limited version of the new Road Glide. From your Alaska riding friend, Jim

Great video. Much explanation as usual . I like the looks of the new bikes. I ride a 2019 ultra limited if I was to change it would be to another limited. I like the lowers and the larger tour pack. I ride primarily in Arizona and the southwest part of the states and frankly the way I see it the lowers keep the heat from the road of my lower legs as well as the cold in winter. And I like my hydraulic clutch . That’s what sold me on my bike . As for the cooling of the heads good idea to cool the back cylinder first .

Im 27 and iv been riding a 2016 electra glide ultra classic. This is my 3rd season with it and i will not own another bike without the king tour pack or lowers on an average rain storm im fairly dry some suck but the lowers make a difference especially in winter months i ride in new england i added heated grips for it too limiteds or ultra classics are the best value when you buy one used as well

Thanks for covering the new speaker system

my dealership just offered me a 10% discount across the board on any 2024 new Harley Davidson…i’ve never seen that before

The one option HD isn't even offering is a painted inner fairing. That cheap looking flat plastic looks terrible the cost of taking the fairing apart and painting not to mention the wait time is crazy

One thing you didn't mention is the painted inner fairing on the Ultra Limited. After owning one for 4 years, I can't go back to the flat black plastic look of the new road/street glides. It just looks cheap to me. I would have to go to a new CVO which is way out of the budget to make it like my Ultra.

My main concern is that they may ditch the Road King, the model I own, altogether, it’s the 30th Anniversary and not a peep from TMC yet about it! But I for sure think like the Road King, the Limiteds have very much slipped into a certain niche. Hardcore tourer who takes multiple trips a year or lives where weather is cold/can change on a dime, or always needs that extra storage and always has that tour pack on there. I think the Glides will be the best choice for about 85-90 percent. Great thing about Harley, just like the Dynas, stuff gets discontinued but never really goes away. Some riders just like their analog gauges also! But yeah especially this year the Limiteds are for sure a niche bike at this point!

Great information. Thanks

I’m going to stick with my Rushmore Road Glide ST. It’s already a built out 131 and numerous other upgrades. No disrespect to the 24’s.

Another good video Matt

Another great vid, Matt! Very informative and comprehensive. Initially, I thought H-D screwed the dealers by introducing only SG/RG models with the new updates. I thought that would make the remaining models a tough sell in comparison. As a former Ultra Ltd owner (and a current CVO Ultra owner), you’re preaching to the choir. Up until the intro of the new CVO RG & RG ST models, I would never have considered anything less than a loaded tourpack-equipped model. I’m psyched to hear that you’re getting a CVO RG ST and am very interested in your take as a long-term owner! I still don’t know if I can go without a tour pack (even my RKC has a detachable leather TP which I rarely take off), but one can be added to the CVO so we shall see! Rubber-side-down, Enjoy and Cheers!

I just bought a 24 RG limited. I wanted a touring bike. Not a bar hopper pretending to be a touring bike. Factory tech is usually a joke. As long as i have android auto, i have my music, my maps, and Sirius through the app. I love my new bike.

The lowers, for me, are THE factor. I love them, don't ever want to be without them again. And I live in Southwest Florida. I like the wind protection, I like the look. I ride a 2022 RGL and have no intention of switching. That being said, if the new ones had lowers, or when they come out with the Limited's in the new style, I'd consider it, I guess. I really like the bike I have, and there's nothing I can't do with it. I've owned most of them (softail, dyna, sportster), and I still have a 2003 Road King, but this version of the Limited is, in my opinion, the best motorcycle they've ever made.

Not the target audience for this video but I found it informative and enjoyable. I'm a get the latest tech you can type of person. So no brainer for me.

Thanks Matt ... Your Infos are great again ... It help a lot ... See you later ... 😉

The styling of the new fairings are not for me. Too futuristic for my tastes. But understand why that happens from time to time and theres no doubt the tech improvements have some worth to them. I felt similar when the Rushmores came out and I own an 18 Ultra LTD. So eventually, it grew on me enuf to get one. And future HD riders will get on board eventually as they almost always do. Ultimately, this review covered just about everything one could consider for these bikes. As an older rider, I’d probably grab a LTD if I had to buy one now based on my needs and known exhaust and tuner upgrade capabilities. Otherwise, I’d probably wait a couple years when some of the LTD goodies are available on the newer models with larger radio screens. Hopefully by then the new fairing and tank/bag lines have grown on me. Nice work Matt as usual!

Great video. I actually bought a 2024 Roadglide and this video makes me feel better about my choice. I originally wanted the Ltd, but was disappointed when in January it was the same as last year. I am hoping that they will eventually come out with lower leg fairings for the new models being that I live in Canada .

The king tour pack on my ‘13 ultra gives m the space I need to use it to commute to work. I work at different sites and have items I need to bring with me. It’s definitely a bonus and something I would look for in a new bike. Additionally, in my opinion, the tour pack is easier to just throw items into than the saddlebags

I had a 2000 ultra classic. Loved that bike but it was starting to have issues. I got rid of it and I ended up buying a new 2019 street glide special. Bought the detachable king tour pack. Tall Klock Werks windshield and a solo seat. It's like having two bikes. When I want to go on a long distance trip I put the tour pack on. Load my tent and all my gear up and go. When I want to rip down the back roads when I am home I take the tour pack off and put my solo seat on. To me it's the best of both worlds. My bike now has 105,600 miles on it. Been looking at the new street glides. There sure are alot of switches, buttons and knobs. Kinda intimidating. I wish they had the cigarette lighter adaptor.

Still love my 2017 RoadGlide Ultra. So much storage and versatility, it's the ultimate RG for me. Many trips to Sturgis 2up and it's been a champ.

Great explanation and I agree I bought a tour pack put all the quick release stuff on and I honestly don’t think I have ever taken it off. I personally would build the new model as opposed to buying the older style.

Obviously you get the new gen and build it out. Unless the old gen limited is discounted. If I was the dealer I wouldn’t want to get stuck with all the old gen inventory so I’d probably discount them. Though some customers don’t care about the gen they have so those people might pay full price for an old gen but I’d assume not many customers are like that. If you’re not worried about moving old gen bikes and aren’t willing to discount then I guess it’s a no brainer to build out a new gen or wait for a new gen limited

Let me say up front that I'm a lifetime Honda guy, and I ride a 2016 Gold Wing with 100,000 miles on it. THAT SAID... I've had the opportunity over the last year and a half to put some significant miles (many hundreds, if not close to 1000) on a 2011 CVO Road Glide Ultra. I *get* it. It's a nice ride. It makes a nice sound going down the road, it has a charming mechanical presence at speed, and it's not even that hot as long as you're moving. But there's still 3 significant things that are obstacles to me owning a Harley-Davidson touring bike. 1) The vibration. Why, in the name of Willie G., does the Motor Company not employ dual counterbalancers on the touring models? 2) Reliability. The internet is filled with example after example of people needing to rebuild their engines at 50-80K miles, and this is seen as acceptable. I can't wrap my head around that; I EXPECT my Gold Wing to go 300,000 miles on that engine with nothing but regularly scheduled maintenance (which I follow), and if it doesn't I'll be sorely upset. I can't understand why the faithful accept the need for rebuilds. 3) The Price. My god, Harley bikes are expensive. It's a real challenge to justify $30K+ for a new Harley-Davidson touring model. Don't misunderstand me. I'm not slagging on Harleys. I'm saying that I actually enjoy riding the Road Glide that I have access to (even if it's pre-Rushmore), but these are the three issues that keep me from switching teams. I bought my '16 Wing new in crate in June of 2020 for $15K, and have put 25,000 miles a year on it since I bought it. It's a paragon of reliability, and while I think Harley makes beautiful and enviable machines, those 3 obstacles are there, and I don't understand why they aren't addressed. (No doubt the faithful are going to react emotionally to what I said, rather than respond objectively.)

I definitely interested in a limited. But I’ll wait till 2025 to see what Harley Davidson comes out with.

3 weeks ago had this question as well. For me I already had a tour pack that was vivid black. I do alot of miles and the limited had alot of great things but I wanted the new fairing and bigger motor as well. Plus the better cooling makes a difference. Idk just my 2 cents.

At 6’4” i tried a new streetglide and was Very cramped on that bike, pretty disappointed with it, i have a 2017 ultra classic that fits better. Why are harley bikes seem to be getting smaller or is it just me?

In my mind if you want a Limited just buy a garage queen, price will be lower and you might get some upgrades. Or wait to see what HD does on the new Limited. Either way it’s a buyer’s market right now

Matt is this new technology coming to the tri glides, cvo . I have a 2020 tri glide and I love the ride.I couldn't go with cvo because of lower wheels and not a smoother ride. I have a serious back injury and lot hardware in my lumbar and pelvis but I love my tri glide and the lowers work great in New England area colder weather. Love Harley and the brand. I started on a 84 shovel head FXEF 1340. Matt keep up the videos and information. All the best to your dad too.

Hello B. Mason Thank you for the awesome video I'm ordering my exhaust today. It's finally back in stock at brocks performance w/silencer. Can you point me in the right direction to find the BLACK heal guards? Thanks for ATL B. GRANT

I bought the 23 CVO but not a day goes by that I wish I still had my ‘18 RG. I’m glad I have the 23 but I’m full of regret that I traded in the ‘18. Whew…feels good to say that out loud. Thanks for listening.

Excellent recap. My guess is that the limited will see the new fairing, motor and technology in 2025--at least the CVO's. Probably worth the wait if you really want a new touring bike.

If it was me, I would buy the new Road Glide and throw a removable tour pak on it.

Great review Matt. Any chance HD discontinues the Limited’s? I think that would be a huge mistake, but curious about your thoughts.

I went to a CVO Street glide from a ultra limited and bought all the stuff to tour two up. Taller windscreen, put Harley Davidson lights on the lowers, got a paint match trunk put the rack on it. Bought the hammock seat. Put a windshield bag on. I also got the small back rest that matches the stock seat and the rack. I can switch the bike up like a swiss army knife 😊 but the ultra limited is still imho the best touring motorcycle ever built... the wife and I have our own bikes for days we just want to run around so now the cvo stays in full dress mode most of the time and we use it to go out of town together. long story short for two up riding and mostly traveling go with the limited imho...

Ultras are just tough and touring machines!!

We call our tour pack…. Her purse box. 😂 I have a 21 RGL and I love the bike. It’s the heaviest monster I’ve ever owned. I’m 52 and if I buy another bike I will down size to a road king as they are lighter. I pull a trailer and will so until I’m too old to…. I’m becoming irrelevant for marketing as I slow down and look to my final years. 😢

Hi, how about the slip ons? Can they be exchange between the old bikes and new ones ?

Heated grips, leg fairings, king tour pack, android auto(google maps), and rear speakers all add up on long trips however that extra power and infotainment system is awesome.

I’m have trouble making my cardo packtalk edge and iPhone work on my 24 Road glide. My dealership and two other are not trained to help me. Does anyone at your dealership know the steps to make it work properly?

The big factor that wasn’t covered is the resale values of both bikes. The limiteds are going to be even harder to sell next year if and when Harley updates these bikes to the Gen 3. I brought a 120th anniversary ultra and it was hard to sell to move to a 24 CVO.

Kudos 🍺

I have a 21 road glide limited. No plans on trading up to a new one. They are exactly the same as mine. Not sure about the new bikes, I'll wait until they update the limited 😊 I need all the space I can get traveling with my wife 😮

Great information, thanks. The other consideration for me would be weight. I’m getting too old to manhandle these monsters, and the 40kg extra of the limited makes a difference.

This is almost exactly what I'm going through right now. I've been making the same comparison. I do wish someone would do a video comparing the Road Glide to the Road Glide CVO. What does the CVO have that the regular Road Glide does not have. Would like a new bike this year but I'm considering waiting for the 2025 models.

Does the new infotainment system have an integrated WHIM? Or is purchase/installation of a separate WHIM still required for wireless audio to a Bluetooth equipped helmet?

Sooo much a 👍. Wanting to transition from my ‘16 SGS to a new RGL but can’t bite the bullet on that coin w/o all the ‘24 options offered on the other bikes. Come on HD, let’s get ‘er done! May be nonsense but heard there will be no new Ultra bikes from the factory. Will have to buy ‘base’ and pay for the upfit. Hope not.

stylistically, i like the larger front fender on the older generation of bikes.

I like all the bikes

Next year all the bikes will be upgraded. That usually how Hd does it. Or they could just eliminate the limiteds all together. Who knows.

Are the ride modes a subscription?

I miss my lower fairings

Will the road glide 3 get the new faring

Waiting on the updated Limiteds. Lower fairings with the new fairings. And the new speakers in the new RG & SG are WORSE than previous gens.

first of all 25 k cash is my max on any new bike … PERIOD

I like the new roadking, Better myself

No amount of discounting would have me consider a previous generation Road Glide or Street Glide or any bike based off them to include the trikes and Limited. The improvements are just too substantial to ignore.

Hi Matt, my local dealer told me that they were informed by Harley that prices will increase for all models beginning July 1. They are saying this is a corporate decision. You seem like a straight shooter so are you aware of an impending price increase? Doesn’t seem likely since this would be something with a new model year.

I didn’t hear you mention ride height. My old bike - 2010 Ultra Limited (103 ci) - seemed taller and more top heavy to me. My new bike - ‘24 Road Glide - may be a bit less comfortable in the saddle (with still very few after market seat upgrade options), but I prefer the RG ride height and the electronic dash. I never liked the lowers on the Ultra Limited, but I do miss that big tour pack.

Used is the MOST viable haha

$50 k bike - $ 12 seat and $ 10 suspension. I own a 2020 ultra limited that got a Saddleman seat and a legend suspension within the first 5k miles. Once again the company doesnt go all the way on a touring model that owners generally put a long day on a piece of crap factory seat

Always buy NEWER. Aftermarket support, both OEM and non-OEM, will be better and for longer.

Call me crazy, but I actually want to purchase a Lowrider ST tobacco fade & an ultra Limited tobacco fade. Remove the tour back from the ultra, toss it on the low rider, then turn around and sell the ultra in its unnatural “street glide” set up. Just so I can have the paint matched tour pack for my softail 🤡

f...... a bunch of speakers . ride mode is in your right hand .

Personally, I would rather not have the speakers and use the space for storage or something else.

Viable, YES, affordable, NO. Why would HD ever in their right mind as a corporation discontinue the sportster? Respect, Road Capt in ELK RIVER HOG CHAPTER #4733

2024 SG 👍

i have never liked the touring pack. To me it just takes away from the looks. looks to clunky. i just pack with what the bike has ( i have a rode glide special) and use my lugggage which gives me something to lean on when seated. then when i get to where i am going it comes off and i have a stream lined looking bike. just dont like the bulkness of the limited. just looks old man looking. and i am 70 lol.

Bring back the Dyna!

Gen 3s are just right for a motorcycle. limiteds are 2 wheeled cars,. 😬

22 Road Glide Special here. There is literally no reason to “upgrade”. RU-vidrs do it because they are given special pricing and they need the views. People with tons of money do it because they need the latest/greatest and not because they are better. I’m not buying.

It’s a great bike, if you are willing to handle a top heavy balance. After riding the new RoadGlide, I’d not want to ride any, any other non-softail bike that’s older than the new 2024 Road Glide in Architecture. You basically buy a 80/90s bike, vs. a 2000s bike is made available. Is it a bad bike, no, it’s a new classic if you want to see it like that. Love classics, but the new is better, just like the new softail was better than a dyna.

These bikes are just too European now, Harley's use to be cool and now they're all plastic and technology :/ I remember seeing old movies when I were a kid like Easy Rider, The Wild Angels and The Wild One and and thought they looked cool. However these bikes are like for old rich men with bad backs and that isn't cool.... How are you going to get the young crowd in to care? Harley need to look at the rest of the industry and create a loss leader for young people. Everyone now is going that £6000-7000 bike entry level bike without compromise..... Harley need to bring back the 883 and launch at least a new £8000 bike with pushrods (cause that's what you think of with Harley) and make it highly customizable and upgradable, do not gimp it. The thing has to look good too like the 2023 Breakout looked good, but more compact like the Triumph Bobber which is a fantastic looking bike. Royal Enfield did several years ago what Harley should have done with that 650 Interceptor, the problem Royal Enfield had was there was no upgrade path.

None of them are next to the pan america