5 More Things You Need to Get For Your Sportster

[@shu.moto503]

With so many people doing mods to sportsters, you might as well keep it stock and be unique

[@jimmorrison306]

Funny to see a safety guy recommending the removal of turn signals and mirrors - lol.

[@samanthaking828]

I own 98 883~Piglet~ been mine for 20 years!. I'm told constantly if I rode a bigger bike I'd kick her to curb.... I'm 4'11 and VERY relaxed and bike fits me like a glove.

[@victorwest8041]

I have a '99, 883............just like yours, it's better than the new ones.............WAY better than the new liquid cooled Sporty

[@Mr.Schitzengigglez]

I bought a bike, a few months ago. Not my first bike, but, my first Harley. It was way too small for me. I knew it, and bought it anyway. Fast as all hell though. Now, my house has become a parts warehouse. Gonna make this soon to be, bobber/chopper, fit my 6,8" limbs, and, do well at the dragstrip.

[@michelesee1744]

I added a batwing fairing with speakers for my ipod. Matching saddlebags with touring box, the day maker lamp, led brake light and heated handle bars. Sportsters Rock!

[@tristonmurdock4586]

That's one of the things I love about Sportsters, you can make them whatever you want. Touring bike, cafe racer, scrambler. Hell, I've even got my 883 set up as a stunt bike cause there's nothing cooler than a tatted up viking popping wheelies on a Harley 😂

[@j3tztbassman123]

I like my forward controls, because the fit is more natural. The pegs are right where my feet want them to be.

[@doorgunner0331]

I bought the Mustang Fastback seat for my 48 Special because of your review. I love it. !!!! Thanks

[@scarletturk3892]

Nice vid.👍 I remove the upper belt guard, but always leave the lower guard in place. That's the one that stops road debris landing on the belt and getting dragged around the rear pulley.

[@atcjoe1600]

Cool bike, Harley sells a lot of Sportsters for a reason!

[@thekiddtaylor2205]

You didn't even mention the RSD cafe gauge mount that thing is one of the coolest mods you have on. Unless i missed it

[@jamessouthworth1699]

I have to disagree with removing the turn signals. I cant stand people who don't signal a turn or lane change. That's an accident waiting to happen.

[@Velsethen]

you can still signal lane and turn changes; and you can use hand signals in place of the front signals. But still How many people even see those front signals or even the bike to begin with? I had to remove mine for a faring for long trips and really don't like the look the relocation kit gave it.

[@jamessouthworth1699]

LordStabbers people see lights way before hand signals. As a matter of fact as visibility decreases like in dim light or foggy weather your lights may be the ONLY thing that lets people know you are there and what direction you are turning.

[@dekockemil]

I also wanted to say the same thing about no turn signals. You are living on the edge and waiting for a disaster to happen.

[@0311marinevet]

The 48 I bought didn't have front turn signals and I didn't even notice until I got it home. So I got LED fork wrap turn signals but I have to find where the freaking wires are to connect to lol.

[@demetriusfoster4471]

Do you need your turn signals to communicate with other commuters... all you hear about is look out for motorcycles... will be riding around with one mirror missing and no turn signals what the hell you want us to do?!!!

[@goldxace5606]

Brooo lmao here i am watching ur old videos and im like wait i know this guy... i watch his crash videos... uve grown my guy 4 years since then

[@BossMan302]

Could you imagine him telling you to take turn signals off these days lol.

[@donchivazo6566]

My suggestion since you took the belt drive would be to get a chain convertion kit. Front signal removal its a hazard, people will not see you at interceptions. Other than that is matter of taste.

[@1990-t1j]

Take indictors and belt guard off? I wouldn't. They're there for a good reason. I like your bars and 2-into-1 exhaust. Much prefer mid-controls; more control. Off-road on a Sportster? Why not get a cheap secondhand dirt bike.

[@MaddConnekRecordz]

I like my 883 the way it came. I might change the tires to the dual use.

[@raymondgarafano8604]

Right on about the sissy bar as u can lash a backpack to it. mine has a short shelf or porch on the backside, got 4wards on mine, nice to stretch out.

[@wavehopper1]

What I like about the video is your jacket, where did you get it and what brand?

[@RicardoRMarin]

i´m 100% agree with you

[@Diesel415]

1) Change out headlight - sorry bro but H4 has worked for me for decades and hundreds of thousands of miles. May as well get some stickers from Pep boys and put those on your bike instead... it costs less and you still feel like you 'modded' your bike. 2) Removing the belt guard - HD's pointy heads design and implemented that for a reason, to keep road debris from getting between the belt and pulley. But hey, if aesthetics on the microscopic level are more important to you than belt longevity then have at it. 3) Remove a mirror - oh what an awesome suggestion... you think reducing the range of your rear view is a good idea? The key to road survival is being aware of your surroundings and you basically are suggesting to put a patch over one eye. Brilliant! 4) Remove front turn signals - why not just remove the rear turn signals while you're at it... it makes just as much sense. 5) Get a sissy bar - yeah, I'm not going to comment on that... just too easy of a flame on you. As for the handlebars and foot controls, not very incisive stuff there. I think anyone who's swung a leg over a motorcycle knows those options are available. So why did you post this vid as though it was informative? Do something worthwhile for your Sporty, change out the crappy fork springs and rear shocks. Those alone will greatly improve the bike as something worth riding.

[@LemonsDaBest]

Word up

[@JT-bg2vy]

💯

[@MrPerry61]

I'm getting a 2009 XL883L from my stepdad. so I'm looking at upgrades.

[@tonyc6135]

Thoughts on the tires you got ? I’m wanting to get some for when I move to Mexico 🇲🇽

[@adriansanchez8034]

Your bike it sweet man thak you for the tips

[@bh5121]

Interesting that you can record audio while riding your sportster. I could never pull that off on mine and its stock.

[@Bahlzeron]

It's not the bike, Dan has a microphone in his helmet. Pretty much all motorcycle channels do so you can hear them and not the wind.

[@johnbrian709]

Why TF wouldn’t you want front turn signals. Smh

[@Dontex1949]

Like the exhaust pipes-what are they called, and brand.

[@brianonthego]

VERY COOL IDEAS. I SUBBED A WHILE BACK. BIKE LOOKS GREAT. MY SON RUNS AN IRON 883.

[@kpaintball3]

I hate my forward controls just got an 02 sportser 1200 but I rode dirt bikes for 20 years n they feel so wierd to me

[@Fjsbdjdh]

Remove a mirror, remove your front indicators, remove your chain guard but Ride safe be safe wear all your gear

[@larrycollinslarrdogg8277]

i like my drag bars on my sporty

[@mr_fnh]

Do you still make videos like this? I really enjoyed the street bike/enduro videos from the past. That’s how I found your channel when I was looking for videos on the 16” rear Duro tire. 🇺🇸🗽

[@OG_Honda_Grom]

Off-roading the Harley?

[@incognito8448]

Love Sportsters..hate when people want to compare them to any other kind of motorcycle.They need to get help with their control switches though rain eats em up and it never stops raining until I get where I'm going!Solo seats a must because it makes it easier to say no ..call a cab!

[@dohdohman]

Hey bro I was wondering, what kind of helmet are you wearing?

[@charlie_sin_mag]

What speedo mount is that? Looks nice and flat

[@joeq.public281]

Hey Dan where did you get that mirror or what brand is it? Looks like a good 3rd mirror to add to my bike to capture the directly-behind-me blind spot. Thanks much, enjoy all your vids.

[@Ldog2016]

Where do I get that peanut tank

[@Konghulio]

Wait how do you have a tracker with a belt drive still in it? That sounds like hell on the dirt

[@fernandohernandez-wr9ui]

Why remove the mirrors? So you have to turn ur head to switch lanes? Seems a bit silly to me but whatever your bike your problem

[@onpointmotorworks7485]

fernando hernandez, you need to turn your head every time, regardless of mirror status.

[@fernandohernandez-wr9ui]

I never turn my head i know before hand what lane i want to get into and mirrors also help me be able to see behind me and 2 lanes over in case i need to swerve

[@onpointmotorworks7485]

I prefer to ride at a higher skill level. You may never experience a time where turning your head will save your life--then again, you might. I notice that most people can not maintain trajectory of their vehicles when they momentarily turn to check their blind spots, so they rely on their mirrors and simply don't turn their head. To me, that is shit riding. Turning your head will increase your skill level, while ensuring their is nobody in your blind spot--on bikes and cars.

[@fernandohernandez-wr9ui]

Onpoint Motorworks i personally feel no need to put my life in danger so the higher skill level isnt for me i have put nearly 20k miles on my bike anf i have yet to be in a situation where turning my head is required but i still strongly feel that mirrors are there to help you but that is my opinion

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

fernando hernandez even with a mirror there are blind spots. Should always turn your head as well.

[@hs7382]

What kind of speedometer mount is that ? Please give a link to buy ?

[@yfzguru]

What if debris gets into ur belt I heard that if anything gets in there it can ruin ur brill pretty bad????

[@billymiller8018]

Nice bike! What jacket is that?

[@mohammedalzahrani5390]

Hi.. Can i ask you how many miles did you but on your sportster and did you have any engine or mechanical problems with it? Thnx

[@gamillama]

What helmet is that?

[@johanw8157]

Nice vid! One q: you don’t do caffeine while fasting?

[@fmmotorsfleetservicesllc4610]

Hey man nice bike, what helmet is that and the camera set up in front of it were did you get it or what brand is it, any info helps, im a new to 2 year rider so I like to have some record when im driving

[@hectorivanhermosilloprieto3623]

Hi bro ! Do you know how can I put a fairing ? I have a sportster 1200 custom 2000. I saw a few videos and well apparently is easy to put it, but for my motorcycle model I think is complicated. I appreciate if you have some ideas or recommendations. Thanks 👍

[@wyattmonty8156]

What extension on your passenger peg do you have

[@hs7382]

Is the speedometer mounted on riser or triple tree ?

[@darenmccoy1724]

Hi, what mount are you using to attach your gopro to your helmet? And where can I find it online... amazon?

[@TravisRPage]

What brand is your helmet?

[@nicholashutson8985]

what gauge relocation bracket are you running?

[@edgarfigueroa6805]

Looks like a scrambler

[@Vogav]

You're not Dan. You have a RAM mount!

[@lilbfrom094princeton8]

@DamDanTheFireman What handlebars are those 😍

[@buddybonus10]

No belt guard? Really 😂

[@AS34N]

Weight reduction = +7 WHP

[@jrnelson2106]

“Little unique look” that everyone does to their bike lol

[@USA01930]

What handlebars are those

[@roncallahan334]

That helmet makes you look like an astronaut

[@reddmann2216]

I've never seen anyone fail to cancel hand signals

[@DanDanTheFireman]

I have

[@roberthoard639]

I keep looking for the trailer ball, on your seat.

[@johnnycop77]

You still have way too much stuff on your bike. Take off the other mirror, look where you're going not where you been. Headlight goes, don't ride at night or people can't see how cool you look. Single seat only, no extra foot pegs and definitely no pillions. Kickstand, brake light and blinkers can go too, if damn car drivers can't see want you're doing they shouldn't be on the road. Lastly, all that extra clothes and helmet you got on, dress for the ride man not the slide. Jeans, boots, muscle shirt, shades and a bandana. Sweet.

[@JPmu21]

Hahahahaha I totally agree with you!

[@korbun3235]

Lol

[@jordanparker8359]

Lmao

[@antonyross9957]

change this and that why not buy a bike you like !

[@ramoncollado1967]

Hey, then switch the channel!

[@markquigley86]

Take off my mirrors and blinkers? Nay laddie

[@sandymitchell8182]

no belt guard,no turn signals,no mirror.....i stopped watching at that point, you are really telling people to remove saftey features from their motorcycles??? why do you need a headlight? it would look a lot cooler without one!. not everyone should own a motorcycle

[@stephenc5087]

Sandy Mitchell agree

[@0987-t4f]

STFU

[@csmith6583]

Late but, he has a mirror, not having front turn signals isn’t unsafe and he can use hand signals, and your foot doesn’t even come close to the chain on this bike and this is one of the safest riders on KZbin

[@willp5376]

Step 1! : Get a SPORTSTER!!! Womp womp 😔

[@randyhunt7585]

You do realize the stuff your taking off your bike are saftey features. If you get something caught in your belt it can cause serious damage to you and your bike. As far as turn signals go. They help others see you and your intentions. But hey as long as you look cool laying on the pavement then you have acheived your goal. Your kids will love you even more for thinking of your coolness scale instead of being around to help them grow into cool looking individuals. Good call dude. Ride cool

[@cooperjones6235]

Do you wear a reflective belt and jacket that’s neon green when you ride you seem like that kinda guy

[@jasonjones8209]

Randy Hunt ..you sound bitter...prob dont have yer own bike

[@jonathancorres1874]

What a square

[@ericbyers9554]

Going for the hipster look. No turn signals moron hey lets take the front break of that will look cool

[@MiataTravels]

All I can say to removing a mirror is SMDH. For looks? Wow.

[@jordanparker8359]

Yeah take off your belt Guard so someone can get pissed at you and cut your belt or so debris gets in between the pulley and belt that makes sense NOT. Take your Mirror off kids so you can’t see to change lane to the right side. Oh hell while you’re at it take off your front turn signals so the only way someone knows is if they’re behind you or you stick your arm out He’ll we shouldn’t be surprised from some kid who puts those kinds of tires on a bike smh

[@625jeffrey]

Worst advice ever. Do not remove your signals. Accident waiting to happen.

[@bobbydazzler9465]

Wear your gear. It’s America. Wear it if you want. Freedom over security.