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@jvillain9946 18 сағат бұрын
Things you need to know before buying a harley: Don't. Just don't.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 18 сағат бұрын
Each to their own I guess.
@darrelldixon9044 10 күн бұрын
I ran one on my Last Bike, I plan on installing one on my current one. I used a Spade bit to drill out the lens, but use VERY light pressure and low RPM, let the bit slowly score the hole in the plastic lens until it comes through. It helps to start on the outside then switch to the inside, using the center hole as a guide, and continuing switch as the cut deepens. Ideally ending up with the final score which breaks through about midway between the inside and outside of the plastic lens. This prevents possible cracking. Also make sure to order a GLASS Gem blue dot, they really look good. There are cheap PLASTIC ones which really don't work as well and the color may fade after time. Also you can slightly TWIST the mounting tabs with needle nose pliers to secure the Glass and Bezel into the Tail light Lens....
@thewhiskythrottleclub 9 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing those tips, that’s some good advice. 👍
@scottkinkead6324 11 күн бұрын
These are illegal in most states....just so ya know
@thewhiskythrottleclub 11 күн бұрын
Yeah I thought it would be, I have seen highway patrol and police and they haven’t pulled me up for it yet 🤞
@udxpierre 16 күн бұрын
WD 40 is petroleum based: You know why its called WD 40 right? Water displacement (formula) 40. Cold war days prior to Teflon coating missiles it lived in big cigar like tubes. WD 40 was developed to displace moisture so the missiles that lived in warehouses inside it's cigar tubes wont rust. Good advice most of it. Just buy yourself a cable luber for 15 bucks and lube the cable properly.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 14 күн бұрын
That’s awesome, I didn’t actually know that! 👍
@customgaragemoto7590 20 күн бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@thewhiskythrottleclub 20 күн бұрын
👍
@rjoetting7594 22 күн бұрын
I've never been into forward controls I prefer floorboards, I'm 6'4", so I do move my my floorboards out and forward a bit. I've found them much more comfortable on longer trips. I actually have for Harleys a 1978 flh bobber/ chopper, 1982 flt, 1991, springer softtail and a 1992 electra glide ultra classic and floorboards on each one modified to fit me.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 22 күн бұрын
That’s a lot of bikes! I have never used floorboards before but it’s something I might look into getting for my next bike.
@octaviodiokno4667 27 күн бұрын
awesome bike
@thewhiskythrottleclub 27 күн бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@rooter_glide9181 29 күн бұрын
very nicely done sir!!!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 29 күн бұрын
Thanks mate! 👍
@RyandKyHarleyGuys Ай бұрын
Dig ittt🤘
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Hell yeah!! 🤘
@motopanda3741 Ай бұрын
i personlly highly advise against removing the rear belt guards it really doesn't improve the look all that much more remove much wait. if you don't mind the extra maintenance id just wait till its time to replace the belt (wether age or miles) and do a chain conversion. cost just a bit more than replacing the belt and adds a wicked look to the bike.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
A chain conversion is on my list of things to do for sure! They look a heap better, but like you mentioned I’ll wait until the belt needs to be replaced.
@motopanda3741 Ай бұрын
@thewhiskythrottleclub something to watch out with a chain conversion is if your running 13in shocks or taller you'll need a chain slider otherwise the chain will grind against the passanger peg mount.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
@@motopanda3741 that’s something I wouldn’t have thought about, cheers for the heads up 👍
@GONormanII Ай бұрын
If you twist the little tabs, instead of bending them flat, they will hold the glass in the ring and not block any light. Cheers
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Awesome! I didn’t think of that, cheers for the tip! 👍
@Noobochok Ай бұрын
Reasonable person spoiler alert: if you actually care about your looks while driving anything remotely unsafe, the choise of your wear based on the looks should cast you into shadow dimension. Darwin award ain't gonna win itself.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
I understand where you’re coming from and I suppose riding a motorbike isn’t for everyone. I’m not saying I’m going for looks over everything else, but thats the good thing about the development of riding gear, we can wear protective clothing while wearing something we think looks good. No matter what style of rider someone is, there is always going to be different levels of protective gear that will appeal to every rider.
@TwoWheelsWithTC Ай бұрын
That hoodie looks good. I’ve been rocking a Johnny Reb armoured flannel shirt/jacket recently. Far more comfortable, lighter, and more “stylish” than my other motorcycle jacket.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Johnny Reb have done a good job with the hoodie. I didn’t end up putting it in the video but even though it’s on the heavier side, I took it riding on a cold day and a hot day and I was expecting to burn up on the hot day, but it was surprisingly breathable and comfortable in the heat.
@strokerwatson4770 Ай бұрын
That's so cool thanks for showing us how to do that 👍
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
No worries at all 👍
@lions_tribe7759 Ай бұрын
What i find funny is Ive ridden sport bikes, crouch rockets etc on highways all over ..@360 lbs and the sportster at 500 lb plus isnt able to cruise on highways or a linger distance??? come on maaaan
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
The 883 does struggle on highways a bit. I’m about 80kg or 176lbs and it’s not to bad for me. The 1200 is better, but if the sportster has a chain rather than a belt, the sprockets can always be changed which can improve the gearing for highway riding.
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
What year is your sportster mine is 2006, has a belt drive . Hard to find anything on that exactly
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Mine is a 2006 as well. Google/forums will be your best friend in finding info. Even call your local Harley and see if they can give you the info, most of them will be more than happy to help you out
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
Great advice ! Cheers
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
No worries 👍
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
How do u wash it ?
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
You can get dedicated wash solutions to wash them out with, you put the cleaner over it, let it sit for a bit and then wash the dirt out keep doing that until the water runs clear, let the filter dry 100% then cover it in filter oil. Then you bolt it back up and you’re good to go.
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
Mad vids
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Cheers 👍👍
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
Mad channel bro awesome content ! Quixk question What seat do u have? I just bought my sportster 2006 and seat is uncomfortable af Im gonna try some mods
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Thanks brother 👍 Just the standard sportster seats at the moment, I have a single and 2 double up seats (all standard) but it’s going to be an investment for sure to make the ride more comfortable. Let me know how you go with them or if you need any help let me know in the comments.
@robertchand01 Ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub il try it out and let you know
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Good luck with them!
@terryshrives8322 Ай бұрын
Awesome! Really appreciate it. I really never thought to do any of that.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Thanks brother, let me know if you get any of the modifications done and how you go with them 👍
@rustyshovel8771 Ай бұрын
I use a step bit , works perfect.Definitely looks purple from a distance.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
I can’t believe I didn’t think of that! I actually have one that would have gone big enough as well!
@guigasg Ай бұрын
Before
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
I agree, they have been changed back and they look a whole lot better
@davidparker3346 Ай бұрын
The idea was from a distance while driving the tail lights looked purple. Blue and red makes purple.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Ah there you have it! I’ll have to have a look from a distance and see how purple it makes the tail light go. Cheers 👍
@shameless6963 Ай бұрын
They also make it kinda hard to tell the difference from taillight and brake light. Back in the 80's a buddy of mine had a blue dot taillight and I almost rear ended him bunch of times. He finally changed it and no more problems
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
@shameless6963 I might have to look into it and change mine back if that’s the case. Thanks for the heads up
@JS-ov9jb Ай бұрын
That's pretty slick. I wonder how it would compare to an LED both day and night.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Do you mean LED with a blue dot in it or just a plain LED to compare?
@ArmstrongArmory Ай бұрын
PRO TIP!: Dont use electrical tape, its garbage for hot conditions. Use self fusing SILICONE TAPE! 10000% Better. Full disclosure, I used to use electric tape too👍🏻 No hard feelings mate, thanks for the vid
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Great point! Yeah I used to use just electrical tape, then I moved to automotive electrical tape which is better in hot conditions but I’ll have to have a look into silicone tape. Cheers 👍
@warrencombes8256 Ай бұрын
Music drives me crazy..very hard to hear your voice
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Do you mean the volume of the music drives you crazy, or do you prefer no music at all while I’m talking?
@warrencombes8256 Ай бұрын
@thewhiskythrottleclub no music would, be better..
@warrencombes8256 Ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub Music is OK, but not while you are talking.. but very informative vid.
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Yeah I can understand that. I appreciate the feedback, I’ll give that a crack for my next video and see how it goes 👍 cheers
@terry8693 Ай бұрын
Hi there just wondering did you loose fuel range after doing the tank lift i thinking of doing a 2inch lift on my 2015 sportster 1200 T super low
@thewhiskythrottleclub Ай бұрын
Yeah it lost a bit of range which was expected, but it’s nothing that crazy. It’s kind of a trade off, the bigger the lift you go the more range you will lose.
@fenshui1012 2 ай бұрын
Would add tire puncture repair kit and some CO2 canisters and we good to go
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely! I can’t believe I didn’t think of that. It should be a staple in every tool roll
@ArmstrongArmory 2 ай бұрын
Huh? You should really relocate the starter/ignition switch if you're goin through all that trouble MATE! Because those spark plug wires look like shyte!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
That was just a prototype I made up, I’ll eventually get around to making the bracket out of stainless steel and relocating the ignition some where more practical
@TwoWheelsWithTC 2 ай бұрын
Tank lift and coil relocation looks like it makes that job easier!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
100%! So much more room to work which is perfect for the front
@edud8452 2 ай бұрын
Sometimes they will leak oil from the two bolt holes that the front upper motor mount is attached to I've seen them cracked deep inside from someone previously using too much locktite on the bolt causing a hydrolock type of situation
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
Both situations sound like a horrible time!
@Xdenge420 2 ай бұрын
all useless modifications that make your bike look shitty. The mirror flip is retarded and taking the belt guard off is very unsafe.
@terry8693 2 ай бұрын
Stock with orage bulbs with a smoke lense 👍
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
Smoke lenses always look good don’t they. I might have to swap them back and give that a go!
@onerider808 2 ай бұрын
Buell heads are a hot upgrade tip.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
I’ll have a look into them. Cheers
@onerider808 2 ай бұрын
Sportys are so fun; I’ve taken my 90th anniversary one over some pretty crazy roads in the Rockies and Black Hills, loaded it down an went touring, played dirtbike with it. One of the funnest bikes I’ve ever had. My other Harley is a 100th anniversary fXRS-C. Harley’s two best bikes, IMO
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
They are a great bike. Light enough to throw them around a bit, but have enough power when you need it.
@DerekEvan 2 ай бұрын
I used this similar process on my front forks (2007 sportster 1200 c) and it turned out good. I just need to get the buffer pad for the drill.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
It’s a long process isn’t it, but 100% worth it!
@rogerjolly1063 2 ай бұрын
On earlier models the coils sat in that space at the top of the frame under the front of the tank, to get that nice see through look, we used to do some creative wire rerouting and reposition them down near the key mount.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
It makes a difference having all that space under the tanks doesn’t it?! My coil pack was there, but I ended up relocating them a while ago, down near the spark plugs.
@TwoWheelsWithTC 3 ай бұрын
Those little front indicators look pretty sweet!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
They aren’t as bad as I thought they would be. I don’t want to spam my own videos but if you’re wondering how they go, check out my video on them 👍
@robertsmall6076 3 ай бұрын
You should go to a swap meet look belt chain guard cut it just reach’s the sprocket looks good and stick have the safety 🇺🇸🤙😎
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
That’s an awesome idea! I’ll have to have a look into it for sure. Cheers 👍
@TwoWheelsWithTC 3 ай бұрын
Thanks, man. Super useful.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
All good mate, glad I could help 👍
@TwoWheelsWithTC 3 ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub It’s a job I need to do shortly. Was wondering if I really needed to remove the derby cover also (like every other video). Glad the answer is no. 🙂
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
100% it’s easy do. Follow your service manual if you don’t have one give your local Harley a call for details if you can’t find them online. If you get stuck let me know and I’ll help you out
@jamespolucha8790 3 ай бұрын
Sportster is probably the best built bike Harley made, it needs suspension upgrades that’s all, the motor is bulletproof if you maintain it
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
100% agree! They are a great bike as long as you take care of them! Mine has never skipped a beat.
@kjvbiblebelievertal7431 3 ай бұрын
Why would you remove the belt guard? My 2022 Harley XL883N Iron 883 has the belt guard on it and to me it looks really cool.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
Some people think it makes the back end look a bit better and it gives the bike more of a “chopper” look.
@rustyshackleford4059 3 ай бұрын
I got a first Gen evo sportster 883. Been a fun pain in the ass building up over the years. It's currently a Hammer 1275 with V2 cams and some other fun stuff. I had to do all that just to get it to out run my 96 suzuki intruder vs800.lol I hate the fact you Aussies have to pay a premium for harley stuff just to get it there. I got a few videos of mine on here as well to check out for some ideas.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
How long did it take you to get it to where it’s at now? It makes it harder to mod bikes, especially when the shipping for parts from the states is the same price if not more than the actual parts themselves.
@rustyshackleford4059 3 ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub I've had that one for about 8 years. It's spent most it's life as an 883. I had a 1250 kit on it for a couple years and the 1275 be a year on Christmas. Part of me wishes I kept it an 883 for safety reasons lol.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
@rustyshackleford4059 it would have a fair bit of poke to it now! I checked out a couple of your shorts, the bike looks good.
@locoocho2415 3 ай бұрын
Excellent, question: your torque wrench, is there a certain one you need ?
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
Most of them do the same thing, but the only thing to keep in mind is that there are different sized drives, so I from memory there is a 1/2” 1/4” 3/4” and 3/8” drive, but you can get socket adaptors so that any size socket will fit the drive that you end up buying.
@locoocho2415 3 ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub Thank you for your response.
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
No dramas at all! I’m happy to help where I can
@locoocho2415 3 ай бұрын
Bro, that was awesome, thanks for this vid 👍👍
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
Cheers for your support brother 👍
@shayfeleez 3 ай бұрын
just bought a sporty. would love to see vids for mods under $20 and under $50. Feels like everything I want to buy is like $500 haha
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
Hell yeah! What sporty did you get? Mods can be bloody expensive and they start to add up when there’s a couple of things you want to get done. No worries, I’ll get cracking on a video! 👍
@shayfeleez 3 ай бұрын
@@thewhiskythrottleclub awesome dude! I picked up a 2021 iron 883. I'm a bigger dude and everyone was saying I'd be bored with the power, but honestly I love the thing. Sporties rule dude. Love your vids!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 3 ай бұрын
@chezfeliz they are a good little bike with enough power for what they are hey?! stay upright, and thanks for the support 👍 I appreciate it.
@HodgyArms 2 ай бұрын
If you live in a city. Marketplace is your best friend!
@thewhiskythrottleclub 2 ай бұрын
That’s it. Where I live in Australia, it doesn’t have a great deal of Harley parts on it usually but I’m always on the lookout for a bargain!