Harley-Davidson’s 2024 Street Glide & Road Glide Customizations
It’s been almost nine months since Harley-Davidson unveiled the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide, and these American touring icons continue to make waves in the motorcycle community. First introduced in January, these machines epitomize the essence of the “American Dream,” combining Harley’s signature design and performance. But now, Harley-Davidson takes it up a notch, offering a range of accessories and custom kits that allow riders to personalize their bikes straight from the factory. Let’s dive into the latest custom options Harley has on offer for these two titans of the road.
Forged Wheels: A Bold Start to Customization
One of the standout individual parts in Harley’s accessory catalog is the forged wheels for the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide. Crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum, these wheels sport an open split-spoke design, available in 19 inches up front and 18 inches at the rear. Color options include gloss black with machined highlights, gloss black with orange anodized highlights, and mirror chrome. These wheels not only boost performance with their lightweight build but also add a stunning visual punch to the bikes.
Rockford Fosgate Sound Systems: Crank Up the Volume
What’s a Harley without a killer sound system? The 2024 models come with two Rockford Fosgate sound system options. The first setup includes four speakers—either in the fairing or saddlebags—and a 500-watt amplifier. If you’re after even more bass, the second system offers a saddlebag subwoofer. Whether you’re cruising through the city or hitting the open highway, these sound systems ensure your favorite tunes will be heard loud and clear.
Luggage Options and Comfort Add-ons
For those who need extra storage for longer journeys, Harley has several luggage options, ranging from 3,285ci to 4,290ci (54 to 70 liters) of space. You can also further tailor your ride’s comfort with custom seats like the Switchback, Sundowner, Tallboy, or Reach seats. Windshields, hand, and foot controls are also available, giving you more ways to tweak your bike for the ultimate riding experience.
Customization Packages: Tailor Your Ride
Harley-Davidson has introduced three distinct customization packages for the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide: Day-Tripper, Long-Haul, and ST. Each package is designed to serve a different purpose, ensuring every rider can find the perfect setup.
The Day-Tripper Package
If you’re the kind of rider who likes to switch between daily commuting and weekend escapes, the Day-Tripper package is ideal. It includes a four-point docking kit for easy installation of Harley Detachables and travel accessories. The package also comes with a compact leather passenger backrest pad, a heel shifter, and a mid-frame air deflector. For aesthetics, riders can choose between chrome or black finishes, ensuring the package not only enhances functionality but also style.
The Long-Haul Package
For cross-country riders, the Long-Haul package transforms your bike into the ultimate touring machine. Like the Day-Tripper, it includes the four-point docking kit but adds features like a two-up tour-pak mounting rack, a Sundowner seat, mid-frame air deflectors, a heel shifter, a passenger footboard, and a side stand sensor. This setup is ideal for extended road trips, providing both comfort and convenience.
The ST Package
For those who crave performance, the ST package is all about power. The centerpiece of this package is the Pro Street tuner, designed to enhance engine performance by allowing riders to adjust key parameters. It’s a perfect fit for those looking to install Screamin’ Eagle Stage kits or an aftermarket air cleaner.
Screamin’ Eagle Performance Upgrades
At the heart of the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide is the 117ci Milwaukee-Eight V-Twin engine, but if you crave even more power, Harley-Davidson offers a host of Screamin’ Eagle upgrades to take things to the next level.
Pro Street Tuner and Exhaust Systems
The Pro Street tuner allows for performance tuning, including engine calibration. For those looking to reduce weight while enhancing exhaust sound, the Screamin’ Eagle Extreme Flow Street Cannon titanium slip-on mufflers shed 10 percent of the exhaust weight while delivering a deep, sporty tone.
Stage IV Kit: 117ci to 131ci
The Stage IV kit is a major upgrade that increases the engine’s displacement from 117ci to 131ci. This transformation boosts power to 131 horsepower and 139 ft-lb of torque. The upgrade is achieved by modifying the cylinder heads, throttle body, intake manifold, and fuel injectors, all while keeping the engine in its chassis.
Screamin’ Eagle 135ci Stage IV Crate Engine
For the ultimate power upgrade, Harley-Davidson offers a complete engine swap with the Screamin’ Eagle 135ci Stage IV crate engine. Drawing inspiration from Harley’s Mission King of the Baggers racing experience, this engine is the largest and most powerful street-compliant engine Milwaukee has ever produced. With 144 horsepower and 149 ft-lb of torque, this engine features bolt-on installation and is available in four finishes. It’s the crowning jewel of Harley’s custom performance options.
Final Thoughts
Harley-Davidson’s 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide motorcycles are already class-leading machines, but the introduction of a comprehensive range of customization options and performance upgrades takes them to new heights. With options like the Day-Tripper, Long-Haul, and ST packages, plus the powerhouse Screamin’ Eagle upgrades, the sky’s the limit.
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