2023 Harley-Davidson Road Glide 3 (FLTRT) Test Ride and Review

Harley-Davidson has decided to throw a Road Glide fairing on their Trike. Most H-D fans would support this decision as the Road Glide fairing has soared in popularity in the last 7 years. The "Road Glide 3" takes its place as the mid-tier trike in-between the Freewheeler and the Tri-Glide Ultra. Equipped with 18 inch rear wheels and a large 19 inch wheel in the front this new 3 wheeler goes for the style and attitude of custom, urban, bagger. Matt and Andrew of Laidlaw's H-D go take it out for a spin and give all the details.

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[MattLaidlaw]

After DJ Yella has ridden the Trike for several weeks now he says he feels like the steering is a lighter feel than his Tri-Glide was.

[ryanday]

No shame in riding one of these beautiful machines, my father got a new one every year once his arthritis got bad and it was a blast to drive!

[fps]

I'm the 73 year old with the cane.
And yes, HD trikes are of great interest to me. This new one is STRIKING!

[fartsare]

I've never been much of a trike fan, but this instantly grew on me. Wow.

[markmielnik]

Harley Davidson dealer owner or not, you always give a straight up no Bullshit review and call out anything Harley missed the boat on! Thank you sir for the great reviews. Always enjoy watching your videos.

[caruser]

Can't wait to ride one of these in 40 years

[paulbronnenberg]

THANKS MATT & ANDREW !

I traded my Fatboy 114 in on this new RG3 about one month ago and I am waiting for delivery.
So your review and opinions were timely and spot-on. Makes me feel a lot better about the decision to trade. I am 75 years old and although I still get around purdee good I will feel a LOT more confident on this RG3.

I always enjoy the Laidlaw Team approach to sales and road trips. THANK YOU !!!!

[Iwanncamp]

Thanks for the honest opinion. $33k MSRP is not in my budget

[lazzyrj]

Always a good day when Matt releases a video.

[garyallen]

First, GREAT video. I’m on a 2020 Ultra Trike. Gotta say, for me, the steering is much tougher on your upper body on the trike over a 300+ mile day vs. my Road King- not sure how it couldn’t be- even with average/slightly above average upper body strength for a 50 year old. Not necessarily brutal or prohibitive on your arms, but it truly is like riding a 4-wheeler all day. Very different ride experience. Note: I think if my dad were still around, he’d 100% agree that it extends your riding life by 5-7 years minimum, past what most knees will allow on 2 wheels.

[robertawiese]

That stash is level 10 dad mode… you need a jean jacket too Matt to complete the look 😁👍

[JA-zhxi]

I rented a slingshot - they mix the worst of all worlds - gets really hot when stopped and you feel all the engine heat, it’s noisy, it’s not very quick and when you use the power mode the only thing that happens is the rear wheel spins, it’s really tough to get in and out of too.

[LadyTam]

Been on a Freewheeler for almost 2 years and love it. I noticed that new trike riders either ride the yellow line or over it. They go by the front wheel and not how wilde the back is. Once you get use to size to me I get to relax a little more on a trike then two wheels. But it keeps me in the wind.

[DonJoiner]

I’m 73 and own a rg3 now. I love everything about it!

[einherjar]

I don't like trikes and do no think they are motorcylces per say BUT, I read about some people having difficulties keeping their balance and love the fact that harley makes these bikes available for them to simulate the motorcycle experience. It's actually a really cool thing.

[dr.jamieadamspleasantph.d.]

@MattLaidlaw, Just bought 2024 RG3, love this trike. It is a game changer! It has so much power and sounds great with stock pipes. I agree with you that it is not difficult to turn and maneuver.

[cliffordperanio]

Matt I live Stuart FL. I’m 72 in good shape except for lower back surgery. I have a 2021 Street Glide CVO. I’m hoping to be able to handle it after my surgery. I saw the original owner take a right turn on it and he ended upon its side. That was around 94-95. Honestly, it makes more sense to have the two wheels up front but I’m staying with Harley. I go for surgery on the 9th. I’m thinking I should take a test ride before the surgery first. By the way I started on a mini bike at 13 and been riding the whole time. When I’m up to riding soon after the surgery and I’m going to take a class from Robert Simmons. Thank you for doing what you do on your channel. Cliff Peranio

[seadog]

In the area I live in (Northern Illinois) we have not only winters to contend with but, also, a lot big, really heavy, 18-wheelers that contribute to the rough roads, With a two-wheeler motorcycle both wheels follow the same track so you, the rider, have a lot of options on picking the the smoothest path on your side of the road.
With a trike, you options become really limited as to the smoothest path as you now have three different wheel tracks to consider. The solid rear axles of the Harley's exacerbate that situation because it induces a lot more “head shake” into the motorcycle than one with an independent rear suspension (I.R.S.).
“Head shake” is a phenomenon where the steering head seems to shake back and forth like a pit bull with a long rope play toy. What is actually happening it that the front wheel is tracking straight but the rear end (and chassis) is “dancing” side to side due to the roughness of the road. I.R.S. seems to significantly mitigate that “head shake” a lot. “Head shake” really becomes a major consideration as you get older and develop arthritis in your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, or spine, It also affects the tendons in your arms and can cause/aggravate tendonitis (So-called "tennis elbow".)!
Pothole avoidance obviously becomes problematic on any trike which is why broken rims are not uncommon at Harley dealers.
None of the afore mentioned problems are an issue if you live and ride in an area where all the roads are always smooth as glass. Bet then, for you, every day must seem a holiday, every meal a banquet, and payday is like winning the lottery! Ride safe and watch out for the other might be me!

[timbutler]

I’d definitely ride one of those. I think it’s awesome looking.

[CanonMattersMe]

Did HD fix the 19-20’ Deathtrike issues with RDRS with the Trikes?