Explore every episode of the podcast Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson
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| Top 5 Neglected Service Issues on your Harley-Davidson | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:31:06 | |
Some of the top Neglected Service Items on your Harley-Davidson that could be compromising your ride or doing damage to your motorcycle, costing you more money. Steve of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson talks about some of the most common under-serviced parts on your bike and some of the symptoms that can result in a poorly maintained motorcycle. Tires, loose bolts, non-lubed parts, out of adjustment belt, brake fluid, just to name a few. Matt and Steve go into the details of some of the most important things to look for. | |||
| Indian Motorcycle Sold to a Private Equity Group - What's Next? | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:22:44 | |
Private equity firm Carolwood LP has purchased majority share of Indian Motorcycle from Polaris. After 14 years of Polaris building on-road cruisers and slapping the Indian badge on the tank, they've decided to call it quits and pass the torch onto the next suitor. A lot of unanswered questions linger. What does this mean for current and future Indian motorcycle owners? What does this mean for the race team? How is this new private equity firm going to run the company? A lot of speculation circling this big announcement in the powersports industry. Matt and Nick contribute to the speculation and give their opinions. | |||
| 2024 Harley-Davidson Model Launch Recap: All the Details they Left Out... | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:40:54 | |
Harley-Davidson just unveiled their latest and greatest in the 2024 model year. This was a big year to say the least. The most popular motorcycles in the touring family, the Road Glide and Street Glide, received a huge make over. The Model offering has been simplified by reduced the offering on these two bikes from six down to two. We have the new body style that was first introduced last year on the CVOs. The engine is a 117 Ci Milwaukee-Eight that received new water cooled heads and a new intake increasing power slightly. New suspension and infotainment are also new, key features being introduced. The star of the show was the CVO Road Glide ST which is a new model that we have never seen before. This CVO capitalized on the Performance Bagger movement and takes a lot of it's DNA from the King of the Baggers race bikes. Matt Laidlaw goes over a lot of the details that weren't included in the show. | |||
| Harley-Davidson Exhaust Questions Answered (FAQs) - Warranty, Tuners, Stage Kits | 23 Jan 2024 | 00:27:01 | |
Frequently asked questions regarding After-Market Exhaust get answered. Matt and Steve of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson sit down and talk about different exhaust options and the most common questions that get asked. They cover everything from different types of pipes to how different exhaust options may affect your warranty coverage. If you're thinking about swapping out your exhaust but don't know what best for your situation then this video could help with some answers. | |||
| 2024 Harley-Davidson Trike First Look - Road Glide 3, Tri-Glide Ultra, & Free Wheeler | 30 Dec 2023 | 00:33:05 | |
A detailed over-view of the 3 Harley-Davidson Trikes that are in the Lineup in the 2024 Model Year. Matt and Nick of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson get into all the pertinent information surrounding Harley's 3 wheel vehicles. Where the trike is been, where it is now, and what separates the different model from one another. They take 2 of the trikes out for a test ride and give their first impressions along with answer a lot of the most frequently asked questions about the Trikes. | |||
| 2024 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S First Look and Overview | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:32:44 | |
The 2024 Low Rider S arrived early this year. One of several motorcycles that Harley-Davidson decided to ship out before the typical January model launch. The Low Rider S comes in a Billiard Gray as the new BASE color that now replaces the vivid black. The vivid black is still available but at a $350 premium as it is no longer the base color. The Low Rider S remains H-D's flagship performance cruiser and continues to be extremely popular since the 2016 model year when we first saw it. In 2022 the Low Rider S received part of the "Further Faster" upgrades which remain some of the highlights in the 2024 model years as well. Things like the 117 CI Milwaukee-Eight engine, taller rear shocks, race inspired gauges, etc. Matt and Nick of Laidlaw's H-D go into all the details on the 2024 Low Rider S. | |||
| Harley-Davidson's Unusual Roll-Out of the 2023 CVOs Hit Different | 01 Dec 2023 | 00:46:55 | |
During Harley-Davidson's official model launch in January they only unveiled one CVO for the 2023 lineup. Typically we see 3-4 CVOs every year and so there was huge void left. Fast-forward to June and H-D drops a teaser for what will be one of the biggest single-year advancements in CVO history. The touring chassis CVO's, Road Glide and Street Glide, have a completely redesigned body style along with a beefed up 121 CI Milwaukee-Eight engine. | |||
| I Sit Down with Jace of Fast Life Garage | 01 Apr 2023 | 01:03:31 | |
Jace has established himself as a well-known Harley-Davidson painter out of the Lone Star State of Texas. From Helmets to Performance Baggers, Jace has done it all. Jace's talents also extend to social media with his 350+ episodes of his Podcast "Fast Life Garage" and his stellar photography skills. Matt Laidlaw sits down with Jace and discusses paint, camp-outs, and epics rides. | |||
| I sit down with the ShadeTree Surgeon | 03 Feb 2023 | 01:27:42 | |
Matt Laidlaw sits down with the popular motorcycle YouTube personality, Shade Tree Surgeon, in a pod cast format discussion. Josh (Shade Tree) talks about his life surrounded by motorcycles and some of his opinions on all things dealing with two wheels - mostly Harley-Davidson motorcycles. | |||
| Rev Max Sportster: A Huge Change that is a Gamble for Harley-Davidson | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:42:13 | |
We are at a significant turning point in the history of Harley-Davidson. After 65 years of the Sportster being in production H-D has now started to phase out the beloved air-cooled evolution engine after 37 years of it being the power plant for the family. We have now seen the two newest Sportster models bult on Harley's newest platform, the Revolution Max. This moves completely changes the Sportster in everyway. Harley-Davidson definitely put the "Sport" back in the Sportster family with this new liquid-cooled engine. Along with a whole catalog of upgrades including better brakes, lighter chassis, better suspension, Electronic rider aids, etc. But by doing this is H-D compromising the mechanical character of one of their most popular motorcycles? | |||
| I Sit Down with the Million Dollar Bogan - Danny Hayes | 04 Jun 2022 | 01:14:30 | |
You've all seen him - the Australian that takes his Harley-Davidson motorcycles where they just shouldn't go. Long Distance rider Danny Hayes has made his mark as an ambitious adventure seeker on two wheels. Documenting his rides on YouTube, Danny has a creative vlog style and personality that is hard to ignore. His adventures have taken him to places like Mt. Everest, deep Australia, United Kingdom, etc. Matt Laidlaw sits down with Danny to discuss distance Harley riding and all things video creation. | |||
| Inside the Mind of a Harley-Davidson Designer - with Brad Richards | 21 Jan 2022 | 01:12:34 | |
Matt sits down with Brad Richards the Vice President of Design at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. They talk about what it takes to Design for one of the most popular motorcycle brands in the world. Brad takes us through the design process and what goes into the style and design side of new motorcycles. Learn some "behind the scenes" info about some of the most popular models and most recent models to come out of Harley-Davidson's factory. | |||
| Do Accessories Increase the Value of your Harley-Davidson? | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:44:25 | |
Most riders love to customize their Harley-Davidson. It's easy to get carried away in spending serious coin to make upgrades and modifications to your motorcycle. What happens, though, when a new bike model is released that you HAVE to HAVE and all the sudden you find yourself looking to sell your old bike? Are you gonna get back all the money you spent in upgrades? What can you expect to get back based on how many and what type of modifications you made to your Harley-Davidson? Find out from Matt and Scott Laidlaw what the market dictates in terms of second-hand value. | |||
| Grand American Touring Vs Adventure Touring | 09 Dec 2021 | 00:55:05 | |
We have caught the "ADV Bug" here at Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson. Four of the guys at the dealership sit down and have a deep discussion comparing the traditional " Grand American Touring" motorcycles with "Adventure Touring" motorcycles such as the newly-released Pan America. If you're really interested in the detailed differences and need some information about how they compare against each other than this is a Podcast for you. | |||
| How Motorcycle Bagger Racing was Born! - w/ Rob Buydos and Alex Fox | 28 May 2021 | 00:58:06 | |
Keith & Matt of Laidlaw's H-D sit down with the voice of PowerSports Racing, Rob Buydos and Alex Fox of Sly Fox Performance. Both of these guys have been pioneers in the start of a the latest trend in motorcycle racing - the Bagger Racing League! The guys sit down and talk about the origin of bagger racing and the In's & Outs of the of the bikes and the teams that race them. | |||
| King of the Baggers│Alloy Art with the "Mullet" | 13 Nov 2020 | 01:13:14 | |
Matt and Keith of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson sit down with Robbie Lane and Justin McGinnis of Alloy Art and talk Harley Parts and King of the Baggers. In October of 2020 the Moto America racing organization opened up it's racing at Laguna Seca to host the "Drag Specialties King of the Baggers." We are talking full touring class chassis Harley-Davidson and Indian motorcycles duking it out on one of the world's most respected race tracks. Robbie and Justin talk about the ground-up build of taking their Road King Special and transforming it into a full-blown racing bagger. This is a "first" in the world of racing and this unprecedented exhibition race got the attention of a lot of media and bagger enthusiasts. | |||
| Harley-Davidson Suspension: Proper Adjustment and Upgrading Shocks to fit your Needs | 11 Sep 2020 | 01:38:57 | |
Keith & Matt discuss the world of Harley-Davidson suspension with special guest Stefan of Stefan's Garage. Both stock & aftermarket discussed and some things to consider if you're thinking about upgrading. They go into some of the most common oversights riders fall victim to like not adjusting suspension properly. Also, being self-aware of your riding needs and how to choose suspension that best suits those needs. Everything from basic shocks to all-out performance bagger suspension. | |||
| Are Harley-Davidson Motorcycles too Expensive? | 21 Aug 2020 | 01:40:50 | |
Nick Culver joins the conversation with Keith and Matt on the topic of Harley-Davidson's pricing. Nick takes us on a deep conversation, infused with economics, to give us his insights into this hot topic and how it has affected sales numbers. The conversation leads to discussing other controversial topics such as motorcycle lineup, quality, and why H-D makes their bikes the way they do. | |||
| Mike Davis: How we Started the Born Free Motorcycle Show | 31 Jul 2020 | 01:46:00 | |
Mike grew up with a love for recreational vehicles. He especially had an appreciation for the classics and the vintage stuff. He fell in love one day when he laid eyes on his friend's vintage triumph motorcycle. That love grew into Mike and Grant creating one of the largest motorcycle shows on earth - The Born Free Motorcycle Show. | |||
| Diego Cardenas: "How I Rode from Mexico to Canada on a LiveWire" | 26 Jul 2020 | 01:17:20 | |
Diego joins Keith & Matt on the Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson Podcast. They talk about Diego's ground Breaking ride from the Mexico border up to the Canadian Border on his all-electric Harley-Davidson, the LiveWire. Diego talks about the preparation he made and how he jumped from charge station to charge station. | |||
| Jeff Holt: V-Twin Visionary | 17 Jul 2020 | 01:22:33 | |
We sit down with Jeff Holt, a famous figure in the custom V-Twin world. Jeff has been an editor at Hot Bike, Street Chopper, and Bagger Magazine. He travels the country attending and hosting some of the most premiere custom motorcycle shows around. Recently he started his own media company known as "V-Twin Visionary" where he showcases countless aftermarket parts and products for V-Twin motorcycles. He is a partner at Jeff goes deep into his journey growing up on two wheels and how his career has evolved to where he is today. | |||
| Navigating Emissions and Warranty Implications of Exhaust and Performance Work on Harley-Davidsons | 03 Jul 2020 | 01:06:41 | |
Keith and Matt of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson dive deep into some of the most common topics surrounding exhaust and performance work on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. In future episodes, Screamin' Eagle Stage kits along with other performance parts will be discussed. As a precursor to those topics it's important to lay the ground work of things consumers need to be aware of when choosing the best parts for their bike. | |||
| Bob Laidlaw: "How I Started Laidlaw's H-D" | 05 Jun 2020 | 01:01:14 | |
We sit down with Bob Laidlaw who started Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson back in 1958. Bob goes over how his love for two-wheeled vehicles blossomed into growing one of the most globally known H-D dealerships. We talk about how different things were in the early days and how he transitioned to changing retail environments throughout the years. | |||
| 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide (FLHX) Review & Test Ride | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:44:43 | |
A discussion and test ride of the 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide. Mickey and Matt of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson take out the new 2025 FLHX Street Glide and put it through the paces. 2024 was a big year after H-D completely redesigned the Street Glide. New body style, bigger engine, new suspension, and new infotainment to name a few. Learn about the differences and similarities between the Street Glide and the Road Glide. Figure out if this bike is best for you. #2025StreetGlide #harleydavidson #StreetGlidetestride | |||
| Harley-Davidson Oil Maintenance Tips & Recommendations | 15 May 2020 | 00:53:24 | |
Get a lesson in Harley-Davidson Oil Maintenance. Everything from what oil to use, to the science behind the different oils available out there and why some are better than others. Make a mode educated decision on what type of oil to use in your air-cooled Harley-Davidson engine, transmission, and Primary drive. Keith and Matt of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson break down the oil "why's and how's" | |||
| Introduction to the Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson Podcast! | 01 May 2020 | 00:43:12 | |
Matt Laidlaw and Keith Hurt of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson debut their new Podcast and talk about future plans for the show. Keith goes deep into some details on the often-times-over-looked maintenance of tires. Future plans of the podcast include guests ranging from industry professionals to Laidlaw's H-D Customers and their personal customized Harley-Davidson motorcycles. | |||
| The Direction of Harley-Davidson's Styling: Classic vs Modern | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:44:16 | |
Has Harley-Davidson gotten too modern in their styling in recent years? Or are they still living too much in the past with an "over-played" classic styling? Or does it depend on the motorcycle? Matt, Nick, and Mickey of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson sit down and discuss the topic and give their opinions and perspectives on the matter. They talk specifically about potential tweaks to current models and identify some opportunities for new models. Buy Your Next Harley-Davidson at Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson | |||
| Battle of the "Mid-Tier-Touring" Motorcycles │Road King Special, Heritage Classic, Low Rider ST | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:41:49 | |
A comparative look at the 2025 Road King Special, Low Rider ST, and Heritage Classic motorcycles. Three bikes that can easily cross over between long-haul rides and local cruising. The Road King is part of the "Grand American Touring" line and has the same chassis as the popular Road Glide and Street Glide. The Heritage Classic and Low Rider ST are built on the Softail chassis which is lighter and has been updated recently. Matt, Nick, and Mickey talk about the Strengths and Weaknesses of each of these motorcycles to help determine the best riding application of each. Which is best for you? Shop my My Gear | |||
| I Sit Down with 2 Lane Life | 16 May 2025 | 01:04:57 | |
I talk all things Harley-Davidson, motorcycle traveling, moto-vlogging, etc with the crew from 2 Lane life. Gaylin, Lance, and Josh started documenting their motorcycle adventures together about 5 years ago and have quickly become of the most well known Harley-Davidson personalities on YouTube. We talk about how they all got started on 2 wheels and how the group came together to create 2 Lane Life. The guys share some of their best experiences about their travels on the road and how they share a passion for riding with other bikers they come across. Shop my My Gear | |||
| Gen 3 Road Glide vs Street Glide Fairing - Which is Better? | 02 May 2025 | 00:31:30 | |
How the new, generation 3 Harley-Davidson fairings match-up against one another. The age-old debate of which is better: Shark nose or Bat wing fairing. Matt and Mickey of Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson break it down and weigh out all the pros and cons of each of these fairings. Factors to consider like wind deflection, storage options, bar compatibility, ergonomics, etc are covered in this discussion. Shop my My Gear | |||
| I talk 2025 Softails with Brad Richards, the VP of Design at Harley-Davidson Motor Company | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:48:54 | |
A thorough discussion of the 2025 Softail lineup and all the changes that have been implemented this year. Brad explains how a lot of the design process works and how decisions are made within the design team. Matt and Brad talk about the 6 unique models in the "Cruiser" line and go into the lineage and inspiration that has molded the style that we have today. The new electronics package is talked about and demonstrated in-depth. #2025HarleyDavidson #Softail #LowRiderS #LowRiderST #Softail | |||
| I Sit Down with Robert Simmons - Be the Boss of your Motorcycle | 20 May 2024 | 01:23:31 | |
Robert has come up quickly in popularity in the Harley-Davidson YouTube world with his no B.S. way of teaching people how to ride their motorcycles confidently. Robert is retired from the New York Highway Patrol where he served as a motor officer. He is now a Harley-Davidson enthusiast and huge advocate for rider training and safety. He now resides in George and has a garage stuffed with motorcycles that he uses to create content and train riders. Matt sits down with Robert and talks all things Harley-Davidson. | |||
| I Sit Down with Becky Goebel │Actually its Axel | 08 May 2026 | 01:10:09 | |
Becky has become the epitome of Female Chopper riders. She's done everything from building a chopper for the Born Free show to riding to Mt. Fuji in Japan. After years of working at Red Bull and writing articles for motorcycle magazines Becky moved from Canada down to the states with only her van and some belongings. After years of growing a social media audience and hustling in the motorcycle industry she now has her own business and has appeared in a lot of Harley-Davidson media campaigns. She works with a lot of brands helping to produce content and promote their products. Becky spends a lot of time on two wheels traveling the world and documenting it as she goes. | |||
| I Sit Down with DJ Yella of NWA and Talk Harley-Davidson Trikes | 15 May 2026 | 00:52:09 | |
Growing up in Compton, CA lead DJ Yella to create music with the group NWA. After their huge success during the 80's and 90's Yella was able to really get into powersports and develop a love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. After owning a Fat Boy and Sport Glide he decided to give H-D Trikes a try. Yella is now on his third 3-wheel Harley - a 2026 Road Glide 3. Matt and DJ Yella discuss his career and his new Road Glide 3 and go over all the updates H-D has made this year along with his custom choices. | |||