Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide

The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide has a stylish exterior design that exudes a strong, unapologetic vibe, letting people around know that it means business. It has a very confident flare courtesy of its twin Daymaker LED headlights. Its sleek custom paint accentuates its muscular sharknose fairing, giving you a very distinct appeal on the road. On the side, it has an expensive-looking two-toned silhouette enhanced by a beautiful blend of chrome elements and gloss black finishes. To add a little more depth to its design, it is also given clean “CVO” and “117” decals. 

Meanwhile, at the back, its high-performance persona is very evident with its sporty dual exhaust setup with a crossover. It comes with a leather saddle that delivers noticeably improved comfort and support compared to the earlier versions that its predecessors had. Its saddle effectively ensures that the rider and pillion are both comfortable even on long-distance rides. Aside from these, riders are given a Boom! Box GTS full-colour TFT infotainment system that offers AM/FM radio, weather band, mobile phone hands-free via Bluetooth, as well as USB-supported features. Its infotainment is linked to a 4-speaker sound system, allowing the rider to have a very immersive riding experience on the highway. 

In terms of dimensions, the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide measures 2,460 mm in length, 965 mm in width, and 1,280 mm in overall height (680 mm in unladen seat height). It also has a 1,625 mm wheelbase and a 125 mm static ground clearance. It runs on an exclusive 21-inch wheel at the front, while the 18-inch version at the rear (both finished in a gloss black and contrast chrome combo).

In terms of suspension, the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide utilizes a combination of a 49 mm Dual Bending Valve Fork at the front, while a Premium Low Hand-Adjustable Shock at the rear. This suspension setup allows this high-performance bagger to handle pretty well even on winding roads at high speeds. It also has good absorption of bumps and other road imperfections. However, in the city, you’ll feel its heavy weight and big build in general when maneuvering through traffic and tight parking spaces. With this in mind, this touring motorbike’s top-notch ride comfort shines particularly on the highway.

The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide is powered by a 1,923 cc Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine that produces a maximum power output of 106 hp and a maximum torque of 171 Nm. It runs on Harley-Davidson’s 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission system.

On the highway, this touring motorbike runs powerfully even at lower RPMs. Hence, you can overtake slower bikes or vehicles with this high-performance bagger effortlessly. It has a smooth and very precise power delivery. Additionally, you can also enjoy an eargasmic roar from its engine. However, it is important to note that this beast has an immense thirst for fuel. That said, this is more suitable as a weekend ride on free-flowing highways than a daily commuter in the city. 

The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide is equipped with leg guards, side reflectors, stability control, a pass switch, and an engine check warning. Its braking setup is also supported by an anti-lock braking system. It also comes with Touring riding modes. Additionally, its braking setup consists of dual floating rotors at the front and a fixed rotor at the rear. It comes with front and rear 32 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers.

If you are looking for a luxury, touring motorbike that offers a great blend of comfort and high performance, then the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide definitely deserves a spot in your list. It stands as one of the most capable baggers available, offering an exhilarating and immersive Harley-Davidson riding experience.