My first impression of the new CVO Road Glide ST 2024
I took a closer look at it and let me tell you one thing: this thing is absolutely amazing. But—and here's the catch—there's a big catch. For all those who are freaking out and thinking this is the Holy Grail they've been waiting for forever: you'll hardly be able to find it in our neck of the woods.
I'm on my way to see them.
That was the reason why I made the long journey to see this special Harley. Unfortunately, it was still offline, which meant that I couldn't start it up to hear the sound, but at least I was able to take a look at it. Standing in front of me is a CVO Road Glide ST in Golden White Pearl. Even in the hall where I am right now, you can see the golden shimmer in the paintwork.
The paintwork is truly a CVO-worthy masterpiece. Personally, I found the paintwork on the CVO in Palladium Silver to be relatively plain for a CVO, even though I eventually got used to it. However, they really went all out with the Golden White Pearl.
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More InformationCarbon has found its way into the CVO ST
The first impression of the new CVO is simply impressive—this model makes extensive use of carbon fiber and lightweight composite materials, which not only give it an aesthetically appealing appearance but also take its visual performance to a whole new level.
Innovation meets sound
Harley-Davidson has integrated a state-of-the-art infotainment system with an impressive 12.3-inch TFT monitor into the new CVO. The sound system delivers a whopping 500 watts, but unlike other newer CVO models, the two speakers are no longer located in the saddlebags.
Instead, the ST has two speakers that direct their powerful sound directly at the rider from the front fairing. The result? The CVO ST is now several kilograms lighter at the rear—no wonder, since the large magnets in the speakers are anything but lightweight. In addition, the trunk now has 0.7 cubic centimeters more volume available.
Harley-Davidson sets new standards with the CVO Road Glide ST
With the new CVO Road Glide ST, Harley-Davidson is bringing a motorcycle to the road that makes absolutely no compromises with its 121 cubic centimeters of displacement and an impressive 128 hp. This engine does not rely on variable valve timing (VVT), which is used in other new CVO models, but stands out with a camshaft position sensor and a camshaft specially designed for sporty performance.
The ability to rev the engine to an impressive 5,900 rpm for approximately 25 seconds underscores the extraordinary performance potential of the CVO ST. This bike is not only a visual eye-catcher, but also a powerful piece of sports equipment that is ready to shake up the bagger racing scene.
The CVO Road Glide ST isn't just beautiful to look at!
The new CVO Road Glide ST isn't just a feast for the eyes! The 121 cc engine with its 128 horsepower is no tame kitten. No VVT? No problem! This beast has other tricks up its sleeve. With its camshaft position sensor and the ability to rev up to 5900 rpm for short periods, the CVO ST shows that it will cut a fine figure not only on the road but also on the racetrack. It also features specially configurable Track Mode and Track Plus Mode riding modes. Just think of the Bagger Race races – this bike is made for them.
camshaft position sensor
The camshaft position sensor can also be found in other Harley-Davidson models. Here is a brief excursion into the technical world of the sensor.
The CVO Road Glide ST is already a rarity!
You'll probably see them in our neck of the woods about as often as you'd see a unicorn at the hairdresser's. That's the big catch I was talking about. It's a shame, really, because it would be nice to see such a cool device on the streets more often.
| Ex-works price: | 46.995€ |
| Color | Raven Metallic (Black) |
| Color | Golden White Pearl |
| deliverability | The current estimate is 50 machines for the DACH region. |
Text: Harleysite
Technical details
| DATA | FLTRXSTSE CVO™ Road Glide ST |
|---|---|
| Tires, Type | Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and rear |
| Tires, Front Model | D408F |
| Front tire | 130/60B19 M/C 61H |
| Tires, Rear Model | D407T |
| Tires, rear | 180/55B18 M/C 80H |
| tank | 6 gallons (22.7 liters) |
| reserve | 1 gal. (3.8 l) |
| Oil (with filter) | 5 qt. (4.7 l) |
| Weight | 800 lb. (363 kg) |
| Ready to drive | 838 lb. (380 kg) |
| engine | Milwaukee-Eight® 121 High Output |
| valves | Overhead valves with pushrods and hydraulic, self-adjusting tappets; four valves per cylinder |
| cubic | 121 cu in (1,977 cc) |
| fuel system | Electronic sequential fuel injection (ESPFI) |
| exhaust | 2-1-2 dual exhaust, titanium muffler with carbon fiber end caps |
| gearbox | 6-speed Cruise Drive® |
| Brakes, caliper type | 32 mm, fixed 4-piston motor, double radially mounted at the front and single axially mounted at the rear |
| brakes | Wave Style, two floating rotors (front), fixed rotor (rear) |
| Brakes, front diameter | 12.6 in. (320 mm) |
| Brakes, front strength | 0.18 in. (4.5 mm) |
| Front brakes | The front brakes are dual |
| Brakes, rear diameter | 11.8 in. (300 mm) |
| Brakes, rear thickness | 0.28 in. (7.1 mm) |
| engine torque | 145 ft-lb (197 Nm) |
| Power | 128 hp / 95 kW @ 4900 rpm |
| Service Interval | The first 1,000 miles (1,600 km), then every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). |
