Blog | Harley-Davidson® of Tampa Bay

The new Fat Bob® and Street Bob® are now available at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® near Brandon, and a common question we get from newer enthusiasts is how these bikes differ. If you’re not familiar with the Harley-Davidson® cruisers, you may see Bob in the name and assume that they’re closely related, but that isn’t the case at all. Bob refers to bobber, which is a type of cruiser with bobbed fenders. The 114 in their names indicates the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine, but this is where the similarities end.

The 2023 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® and 2023 Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® are now available at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® near Lakeland. The Road Glide® is among the most popular touring motorcycles in the world and considered by many the benchmark by which all other tourers are measured. The Street Glide® is nearly as popular and is essentially the same motorcycle with one significant difference: it has the batwing or fork-mounted fairing whereas the Road Glide® has the shark-nose or frame-mounted

If you are interested in learning to ride, or even perfecting your skills on the road, there is no better place to get started than the Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® near Lakeland. We offer courses designed for both new and experienced riders alike, going over everything you need to know about staying safe on the roads and getting the most out of your next ride.

Whether you are starting out as a new rider or are a more experienced veteran with some miles under your belt, there is always something new to learn with Motorcycle riding lessons in Tampa. Tamp Bay Harley-Davidson® is home to the Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy, your best source for picking up all the skills you need to fully enjoy your next trip, whether you are headed across town or across the country.

Our Harley-Davidson® membership program is ideal for riders who want to join a community of fellows out on the roads as well as at our events and rallies. The Harley-Davidson® membership program in Tampa offers a way to interact with fellow riders and access exclusive content direct from Harley-Davidson®. You can even earn points with purchases. There are so many things to discover and features to explore, we can't wait to tell you more.

Grand American Touring models stand out from other models offered by Harley-Davidson® through their practicality for both short-distance and long-distance trips. These models have classic brand traits that celebrate Harley-Davidson®'s heritage, and they come with functional features like saddlebags and modern technologies. The 2023 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Road Glide® near Lakeland is a new addition to the Grand American Touring models this year,

Harley-Davidson® offers several well-designed models in the Cruiser family that are suited for riders who want classic styling with a powerful performance. One of these models is the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Heritage Classic, and it is strongly differentiated from other cruisers on the market near Brandon in exciting ways. This model has a confident, vintage look with chrome accents from the tip of the front fender to the exhaust pipes’ tips at the rear. It is a two-seat model that offers a boost of functional

Motorcycle shoppers often inquire about the differences between the 2023 Harley-Davidson® Ultra Limited® vs 2023 Indian Roadmaster. While the Roadmaster stands out less, these touring models are seemingly comparable on the surface. However, the Ultra Limited® stands out with its premium, aggressive look and V-Twin Milwaukee-Eight®, precision-cooled engine. It is also engineered with drag-torque slip control, Cruise Drive cruise control, and other advanced mechanical features.

For the last 120 years, the Harley-Davidson® brand has become one of the most recognized motorcycle brands and is respected for its solid engineering and iconic status. To celebrate this milestone anniversary, a special CVO™ Road Glide® Limited Anniversary Edition is available for a short period of time. It builds on the popularity and style of the Road Glide®, and it features specialized design elements, exceptional capabilities, and numerous technologies and comfort features.

Motorcycle shoppers at Tampa Bay Harley-Davidson® who are searching for a well-rounded bike that is suitable for shorter and longer distances alike are often captivated by our Grand American Touring models. One of the newest Grand American Touring models available is the 2023 Harley-Davidson® CVO™ Street Glide®. This is a well-equipped touring bike that is spectacularly styled with both modern and iconic elements.