Biggest MISTAKE ever...We BOUGHT and SOLD a rare Honda Blackbird

We bought a rare 2000 Honda CBXX Blackbird from a auction we recently went to. Even though the Blackbird had only 1600 miles on it, it had some goofy issues. Sean went to work trying to figure out why this bike, with so little miles, would not run. After replacing the spark plugs, gas, and fuel pump Sean wondered if buying this bike was a mistake. We already had someone put a deposit on the bike so we had to fix it! Check out this episode of Bikes and Beards to see what the problem is with the rare Honda Blackbird!
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[@nickbrown5201]

200 miles going strong loving the Bird dude!!! Thanks to all of you guys for getting her perfect!!!

[@BikesandBeards]

Awesome ! Put tons of miles on it and be safe

[@johnkelley2615]

They are great bikes, I had one for years and 30k+ miles. Top speed 178 on gps. Baby Busa, fast right on a busa’s ass. Smooth as silk like a sewing machine and one hell of a sport tourer.

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

arborcidal maniac “Confusion.”

[@stpbasss3773]

@arborcidal maniac he's says he lives in Pennsylvania like 10 times a video

[@MattSpooner69]

I bought a used one in highschool for $3000. Can't believe I'm still here

[@nickbrown5201]

Hey guys just wanted to leave an update on the blackbird! I'm now just a shy under 3,400 miles. I've been over the bike entirely now. 2 oil changes, completely flushed and pulled apart the cooling system, changed the clutch fluid, brakes fluid was replaced already. Checked the air filter( which they replaced and never told me :) ) this bike is as clean as can be. I'm beyond happy with it and it's not going anywhere. Getting a fresh set of Mich. Road 5's this week! Thanks SRK for the amazing deal!

[@protonus]

How about now? still got it?

[@jasonsierchio1167]

That's awesome. Thanks for the update. Do you still have the bike?

[@meidoz5458]

We need videos!!

[@easyrider1147]

One of the best bikes I ever had used it as a courier bike put 120k miles on it, no issues until a lady learner driver pulled out in front of me 😂

[@thedaily30]

@@easyrider1147oof 🥴 Totaled? Did you rebuild?

[@SirRonSwanson]

Recently found a well taken care of 97' Blackbird with low miles and snatched it up as fast as I could! Absolutely love it! Best bike I've ever ridden! Rides so smoothly and there's plenty of power ready when I need to twist that grip and let her rip!

[@carlosjuarez4861]

Saludos a este agradable grupo alguno de ustedes me puede decir dónde puedo conseguir respuestos para mi CBR xx 1100 black bird año 2000 muchas gracias

[@Mr.M1STER]

I am happy for the guy. He spent over a year searching and ending up getting a great deal. I am happy for him but a little jealous too of course.

[@gabehcuod681]

What a wholesome comment and great way to view this. I'm happy for the guy too now. Hope he's still enjoying it

[@LF12468]

Do not covet your neighbors possessions

[@Mr.M1STER]

@@LF12468 chill......

[@brian636]

I got to say man, I do love seeing the bikes you guys get your hands on!

[@Zina_editz]

Same I love these CBR's so much.

[@Muhammad__125.]

Hi

[@toxic0b859]

@@Muhammad__125. hi

[@Muhammad__125.]

@@toxic0b859 hey how r ya

[@kingstonharvey3414]

@Ricardo Emanuel it work?

[@bradyjanitorialbradyjanito9298]

Prepare the bike prior to putting it up for sale, what a concept.

[@shootermcmillan]

Right? I been noticing the same pattern.....no bike should be listed prior to , at a minimum a shakedown cruise of an afternoon ride. Trying to scurry around last minute and get something ready to show when it shouldn't have been offered for sale......is really not cool.

[@adammcz5873]

Lol was thinking the exact same thing. Mileage don’t mean shit if it doesn’t run

[@johnheath7903]

Typical of USA tv type stuff. "we gotta get this running. It's needs new plugs, tyres, grips, brakes, swingarm and a bulb and the owner will be here in 20 seconds" queue the suspense pfffft.

[@circleh5173]

You girls know so much about life and from the couch

[@REDMAN298]

@@adammcz5873 That`s how I get the best deals. It`s a gamble but fun when you fix it cheap and make a big profit.

[@munawir5302]

I salute your sales ethics, hard to believe seeing the honest customer relationships you ppl provide! Keep it up men.

[@whalesong999]

So interesting. I left the motorcycle business in about 1985 after being a tech and service manager since starting out in 1962. I now see more relevance in some auto service videos to current motorcycle problems than in what servicing bikes was like before I got away from it. Carburetors on big bikes is history and no longer any inexpensive parts. Never thought I'd see the day when a good road bike tire price was in the $150 range.

[@Ryzen_56X]

I got one also and I love it, not selling !!! Stays in my garage, take good care of her and she'll never fail you, mine's got over 60k miles and still running like new. I only replaced two oem components, the CCT cam chain tensioner and a FPR fuel pressure regulator that's it. I put some upgrades one the Blackbird with some goodies, dyno test showed 185bhp, my settings are: HyperPro street suspension kit + steering damper Brembo discs rotors + ceramic pads Dynojet Powercommander III K&N air and oil filters Akrapovic carbon slip-on cans Denso racing spark plugs GoodRidge steel brake lines

[@sgauthg3022]

1st of all, I will say great choice for a low milage amazing Super Blackbird: I own a 2002 (Canadian) (FI) Black BB with 38,000 km's! They are amazing Bikes, Fast Engine is soooo smooth, great Sport-touring..a little heavy though if you are trying to use it as a "Canyon Carver"..lol!! But, before this Bike I owned a Brand new 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000R "Black with Yellow Trim", now that was a Wild Ride...NO BS; Traction Control, Anti-wheelie, Anti-crash...etc; just my Right-hand cranking the Throttle.."Can you say POWER-WHEELIES"!! Now, as far as your Re-Seller Bike Business; like other's have commented, it seems you either sould hire a mechanic or go back to school to study: Motorcycle Engine/Fabricating Repair Course!! Because if I were that Dude walking in to buy that BB and you had it all apart, not operating after you probably confirmed the Deal with him (Me); I would probably walk away...if it wasn't for the fact that you qouted him $3900.00 usd, when you should have been more around $6,000.00 usd!! That's the only reason (I) and probably he, stuck around and purchase the BB...;-)

[@manuelrivera6873]

I enjoy watching you work on these motorcycles. You like trying to get them to work and do get satisfaction when you do. I plan on coming to see you when you open back up. I respect the fact that you kept the original price and did right. Keep up the good and honest work. You are a credit to your line of business.

[@jimwortham8634]

Hey Sean Mega bummer was all excited about hearing and seeing test ride love the bike way ahead of its time

[@trickysubject8563]

The bird, a Super Blackbird, is revered in Japan as being fast. The only thing that could beat it was the mythical Hayabusa, which is why Suzuki called their bike this name, as it was marketed to be a Blackbird killer. The reference to the SR71 was an afterthought. Keep on keeping on man. 😎

[@PopsMotorcycles]

Hi Sean. Kevin here from the UK, remember every day is a school day keep on learning.

[@russcobb6990]

My dad was an SR-71 pilot. In a long flight test he flew at least 13 hours at Mach 3+, slowing down now and then to refuel. When they ordered him to land he argued, saying, "Let's keep going!"

[@Marvelicon]

I know I keep watching these vids and he doesntever actuallyfix anything!!He is really good at strapping bikes to the trailer,tho.

[@garrycoates2147]

Agreed. The modus operandi is to sell the bike first then check on its condition. First step is to hire a permanent mechanic on-site that will also travel to auctions. Second step is to get the mechanic to check everything before putting it up for sale. Third step is to base the price on the actual condition of the bike not on best market price.

[@tomkirchhoff4672]

Yea LOL he sure is good at buying junk LOL

[@EricSchutt]

Garry Coates you mean ready...fire...aim isn’t a good business model? I have no idea why he thinks it makes sense for him to approach any bike with tools in hand...

[@darrellroeters4951]

Plugs and gas I'm a mechanic.

[@jakesears525]

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[@haydee3260]

i have a 1998 black bird with only 30k miles on it im restoring it to its original state the guy who had it cut and welded shut the exhaust's left exit to make it 4 to 1 i found a complete system a good friend had it hidden away for years!!! by the way God bless you guyz

[@nicolasroy273]

Dude you really did go the extra mile for that customer... very good job!

[@akbarhussain1767]

Hi there Bikes & Beards,I've been enjoying your videos for 5 months now( here & there) & thank you for all your great work you do & your motorbike collection looks absolutely Awesome,I have my first motorbike,a Yamaha sr 125cc & I'm loving learning & I'm already wanting my 2nd motorbike,with some more power,happy riding & I love your videos..

[@gar3938]

I am very happy to see the success your having on the buying and selling of the bikes . One question is why dont you hire and motorcycle mechanic there in the shop to look the bikes over and see what they need if anything besides a good cleaning and oil changes and fresh gas and plugs .What your spending on sending the bikes out to be repaired could save you money with your own mechanic :) Take care and always god bless and always looking forward to your next video.

[@oldninjarider]

The Museum is the "Steven Udvar-Hazy Center" of the Smithsonian which is at the Dulles (IAD) airport.

[@gaylemesser136]

Good show today Shawn. I am glad that you got the bike going. Selling it for $3900 you didn't make anything on the bike. You're a good man Shawn. Take care and be safe. Lord bless you folks. Vaughn

[@rugelgomez5311]

Man, I enjoy your videos, from Puerto Rico Merry Christmas to you and your family, you are blessed and highly favored!

[@stevegutierrez63]

New subscriber, love that you put in all that effort to make it right! 👍🏽

[@alp3781]

I had one of those years ago in black. The best engine by far ever made. Never had even one damn issue. Always turned on at any temp. Super smooth, very fast and I am sorry Honda does not bring them back.

[@tombeckett4340]

Good on you bro ! That’s the way you treat your customers 👍🇨🇦

[@bigred3096]

The Blackhawk is real beauty! You gave the guy a great deal. You stuck to your word, and made the deal right... you can gain a loyal line of customers for that... God bless you, brother!

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

Had a 98 blackbird for a couple about 4 years and sold it to my cousin, he wrote it off 3 days later 😱. The 2 bikes I wish I’d never sold were my 92 foxeye fireblade and my 98 super blackbird. Suppose we can’t keep them all 😥. Good luck and keep those quality videos coming.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I helped my buddy get a really nice Blackbird here (SoCal) for $2500. They aren’t particularly rare, but only made from 99-07 so they are getting up there in age and miles.

[@talkingrock7011]

Nice scooter and you treated the buyer right that is the building block of a good business

[@jmillzthepimp27]

Commend you been in this situation locking in a price even lower than it should be and being a man and sticking too it god bless you man

[@thunderstruck6060]

When I’m ready for a bike I’m coming to see you guys much respect 👍

[@stevetrusler1958]

The right thing to do ?? said no motor dealer ever :) Watching from Sweden, you guys rock !

[@XS65080]

Surprised to hear they're rare over there. They're ten a penny here in Ireland. Great bikes though and do very high mileage if looked after.

[@larryproffer8603]

Really enjoyed this video. Nice to see something done correctly.

[@davidbrilmyer2354]

Dang i used to have one back in like 06 or so it was a fun bike!!!!Indiana love and blessings as always brother!!!!

[@966Mako]

I always attempt to fix everything myself first, there's only so many things that a problem can be. Bikes & cars aren't spaceships. With basic knowledge & tools, one can pretty much fix anything with some research. Iv solved some issues by reading forums & watching KZbin. Haven't had to take my bike to a shop yet. Touch wood!

[@BikesandBeards]

All you need is time

[@krishampton7060]

Couldn’t believe his local Honda dealer couldn’t source a genuine fuel pump for it, it’s not like a Blackbird is a grey import model...

[@MH-cv5ye]

Can't beat the old school gravity feed!

[@withoutthinking3703]

Dude how do you make money when you fix every single problem kudos to you for doing it and to be honest it’s great footage love it, finally a business with honour

[@MarkMeadows90]

Oh those Blackbirds are nice bikes. That dude got a good deal on it. Thanks for all you do guys.

[@jeep2003]

" I spent way too much time on this thing" welcome to the life of a mechanic lol

[@gavinhumphryes8313]

U my friend will spend a dollar to save a dime for the love of god get a mechanic

[@Meekerextreme]

Yeah you would think he would hire a mechanic and have them prep a sold bike, and when slowly go through the bought bikes. Just seems like it would be less headache and he would know the customer is always getting a safe product. Heck if really slow the mechanic could do oil changes and tire changes (brought in off the bike). I always preferred that myself vs handing the dealer the keys to my nice motorcycle.

[@deliverance3767]

@@Meekerextreme Well said

[@bigtalltim]

Would be an interesting source of content for the channel too - surely that has to seal the deal... Come on Sean!

[@leejohnson2294]

my thought exactly...

[@davomontgomeryda3rd]

Gavin Humphryes - that’s a great point. Though I think their current business model is working out pretty well, by being careful to source good running bikes typically only needing basic minimal maintenance they can handle, allows them to keep overhead down & offer much better prices then other dealerships. That said, having a good certified motorcycle tech/ mechanic w/ tools on board can really be an asset & also offers up the ability to offer customers in-house repair/ maintenance services, which can provide an additional revenue stream for their business.

[@KyleP133]

Theres a blackbird on display outside where you can drive up to it at the Air Force Armament Museum just north of Eglin AFB in the Florida panhandle. There's one parked outside at the Battleship Museum in Mobile, AL as well. You can head to the beach after checking them out. I think theres around 25 or 30 on display in various places and I've seen 3 of them. The one kept inside is in better condition than the others, though.

[@MarcinBakalarz]

Love you guys. It’s never the same old manufacture that pays you to say this or that. You have a video on some of my favorite bikes of all time. Keep it up Shawn and team. I live 30min from Dulles airport and if I get a blackbird I will finish the best for you. Lol

[@gnutts]

How do you find these bikes so quick, I check the site daily and it never really changes

[@mrenid7184]

Loved my blackbird. Racked up 100k miles in under 3 years. Eats chains and sprockets though and the engine runs on the hot side but lasts forever because its almost impossible to run it at full chat.

[@johnharris7353]

Mr Enid funny mine does not run hot and still has original chain and sprockets!

[@charlieward7606]

you need to keep trying and you will get there, i started learning mechanics at 20 on youtube and now after a few years im a full time mechanic, its all so overwhelming at first but as you start to understand each system its becomes a lot simpler, bought a bike last week, rode for two days and its died, been all week after work tinkering learning about how it works(im used to cars, and this is a modified bike), taking it all apart and paniking thinking its the ecu or something expensive, turned out to be a bad earth to the ecu. going to clean up the wiring and get back to riding

[@swallace226]

You guys freaking rock I can’t wait to buy a bike from you guys one day. Haven’t had a bike since 2015

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

Also 50000 miles is absolutely nothing on a Blackbird.... they're bulletproof. Guys in Europe have 100k miles on them plus....they don't die.

[@MattSpooner69]

I've got 85,000 on my 98 VFR interceptor

[@soundpropulsionlabs]

best bike I ever had, still rides like a charm

[@blackbirdxx928]

I have had 2 busas, a 14 and 2 Bbirds..#2 is the last bike i will ever need

[@tezbrooks11]

Bro i always love the content when you try it yourself because it is what any handy person would do first.

[@BikesandBeards]

Thanks

[@svmagalingako]

Kudos. Love your videos man.

[@DownSouthable]

Anytime ethanol gas is left in a bike with and in tank fuel pump for an extended period of time there is a high probability it will not work.

[@allgasnobrakes919]

What’s a extended period of time?? 🤔

[@DownSouthable]

@@allgasnobrakes919 I left ethanol gas in one of my old carbureted bikes for 4 months and had to clean them due to gunk build up from the gas left in the bowls.

[@allgasnobrakes919]

@@DownSouthable damn 4 months...Basically, the whole winter...I try and start and run my bike @ least once every 2weeks during COLD months just to AVOID all that shyt you had to go through....

[@MrTurnone]

The key hanging out of the gas cap with the spare key just raking on the paint was making me cringe and want to jump through the screen

[@jaromor8808]

if you could jump throuh the screen wouldn't you do it on a different website?

[@friedpistonrings8533]

@@jaromor8808 lmao thats a good one.

[@TheOriginalPyroBEAST]

My favorite vids on your channel are these style!!!!

[@MrBrentles]

You guys are honestly the nicest fellas ever. Wish you sent bikes to Australia

[@MotoKeto]

You need to hire a young person fresh out of MMI to work on the bikes.

[@BikesandBeards]

We are working on that

[@m.mcdonald9437]

@lane johnson Agree

[@m.mcdonald9437]

@lane johnson great idea!

[@MotoKeto]

It is hard sometimes for these people to get that first job. I don't think that SRK Cycles is looking for a master tech. just someone cheap to fix the easy stuff and someone that has some training. I worked as a Agricultural Technician for many years and was not a master tech for a few years but had a big head start by getting my Degree from my Community College.

[@mrElpacas]

@lane johnson i did 8 years working in a large garage as a fitter, i started there as a garage hand and cleaner, i turned up to work one day in a car i restored, the boss saw it and asked me about it, i had changed the engine, gearbox and interior aswell as some other minor parts, rebuilt engine etc. he called me into the office the next day and i started work as a fitter, pay rise and a yearly supply of overalls and work boots etc. i have never been to a tech school or trained as a mechanic, but ive restored and rebuilt a few bikes and cars. what skills i had i learnt from my grandfather who was a boiler maker and my step father who was a marine engineer. the last vehicle i restored was a ex millitary land rover from 1977 back to how it was when it first entered service.

[@freebird1ification]

now you know why the boss keeps old farts like me around till we die -----experiance hard to buy off ebay lol

[@TrojanHorse1959]

Great video guys, thanks! P.S. Sean, There are currently seven Honda Blackbirds on CycleTrader.com from $3298 to $4899, only one of them has over 50k miles if you want more of them.

[@bignig2278]

Awesome video, thanks. I have owned 2 Blackbirds and want to get another one. Currently have a Kawasaki ZX14R which is faster and more nimble than the Blackbird but just not the same.

[@tysoncott7402]

Sitting around kills them, low low miles isnt always good!

[@UnarmordBrig]

Couldn't agree more. The bike once going will most likely have sever issues in the near future

[@JamesAllmond]

Just like a Ural, Harley or BMW.(what I've owned) Parking kills them, riding them is what they need...

[@georgebanuelos1]

JamesAllmond how does parking kill them? Genuine question

[@isabel3harriet1]

I just nearly brought a zx12r with really low miles as I missed my old one. but after reading up on it bikes being sat for years all rubber perish go hard and brittle so it will end up being a running nightmare

[@markhanson6914]

@@UnarmordBrig yes the wire harness connector on the 99-00 model years is a known fault and will cause all sorts of grief. I have an 01 and it is the best built, highest quality bike I have ever worked on or owned.

[@bryanshaw8537]

As a owner of a blackbird for over 21 years something seems suspicious about this bike. Plugs don’t match the miles on the odometer. I’ve put over 20k miles between spark plug changes and they never looked that bad. Seems like the previous owner may have swapped out the odometer. These bikes are extremely reliable and need very little maintenance.

[@BikesandBeards]

Plugs looked like crap because the fuel was sooooo old. If you saw what the bike looked like when we took it apart you could see it was a low mile bike. Very very clean

[@nickbrown5201]

Dude I've been over this entire bike now I can promise you this thing was kept in a garage all of its life. Its clean as can be. Cooling system was DEFINITELY 20 years old though 🤣🤣🤣🤣 all squared away now

[@Spinnrolling]

I saw a 2002 when I was looking to buy a bike in may with 35K miles, the guy was asking $3.500. I ended up getting 2013 T100 instead. But watching this video, makes me one a get one now

[@Thoomaasso]

Yeez i’m early! Always love watching the bikes and beards video’s

[@SBKPete]

Can I make a suggestion? Make sure the bike runs before putting it up for sale. If it doesn’t and it needs fixing, add the cost of the repair onto the sale price; then you won’t be out of pocket. Just a thought

[@BikesandBeards]

Well the problem with that is you can’t price out a bike because of how much you have into it. You have to price out a bike for market value value. How much we have in the bike is irrelevant.

[@leuvenlife]

@@BikesandBeards I disagree with your logic as it is only half of it. You need to know what you will have to put into a bike when you buy it to evaluate whether or not it is a sensible purchase. If you have bought it cheap, but still have to invest in it, better to find out before you put it on the market. Some bikes are good for retail, some you move on to other dealers, but always know what you have in a bike. Market values are a guide. If you have something perfect 18 years after perfect became rare, you are in another market.

[@webegrowin9785]

How is the amount of $ you have in it irrelevant? It is the number 1 factor. If you buy a bike for $2500 then put $500 in it and the market value is $3000 then how can your business survive without turning a profit.

[@webegrowin9785]

@@BikesandBeards You suck but, your living your dream. Great job

[@mikep4823]

@@webegrowin9785 Sean will not reply to you and most likely just brushed off your remark with a smirk and a smile. But il be a bit more direct. You are an a$$aole !!!!

[@Steve-ec6ed]

Sean you need to hire yourself a full time mechanic man. He can check over all these bikes before you sell them and fix any issues like this that come up. Would probably end up saving you money in the long run.

[@MrDavidfuchser]

I was just about to comment the same thing. Eventually his operation will get big enough that he will want one.

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

Think they are looking for one boys. It's hard to find a good motorbike mechanic looking for a job. The ones I know are either in jobs already or have their own little garages...

[@centralcoastcamper9631]

I like how your integrity comes before business and profit. I would have no problem buying a bike from you.

[@tomquinn607]

You're a good man Sean. Truth to word. A rarity today.

[@25kocyk]

Awesome bike, I own the 2003 model for 12 years now and will keep it forever.

[@Sebastian_Dinwiddie]

I had a dream that I was going to make a video where I drove my ZX11 to Koka Japan to see a real ninja.

[@BikesandBeards]

Ooowwww that’s a good one

[@theesquillien7857]

For my first bike I ever bought, and have, is the Black Bird, that looks exactly like that, spent 6k, and had 9.8k miles, such a smooth bike with a booty load of torque, I love the bike!!

[@russdanner2856]

Great video. I'm in VA. If you ever head out this way let me know. My fam is in Reading and I've meaning to swing by the shop and check it out one one of my trips there. You should come to an EvolveGT trackday with us. Pocono or PittRace is close by

[@rickyhildebrand114]

It hurts to watch this video. The same kind of hurt I get when I'm watching a Three Stooges film.....

[@rickbarnes7745]

Real life man

[@getoffmygrass6974]

“I’m happy he’s happy “ I pumped he’s pumped and he got the best deal in the world, win win!” ... “ are the cameras off Harrison?”... “ SON OF A B^@#!!” Harrison, you!...in the office, now!

[@willsxx1]

That thing is so clean and damn near new! 1,600 miles, I sold my 2000 Blackbird with over 80K on it….I do miss her sometimes…

[@MrWest728]

When he said about honda couldn't get the pump for him reminded me of me having a company working on my home furnace last year. They said it was to old and they couldn't find the part anywhere. I googled the part, like 10 showed up on ebay. Ordered one, furnace fixed.

[@CommentingTheTruth]

"Don't know why we get ourselves into these situations..." Couldn't be content could it?

[@georgemuller3998]

Imagine being that poor guy just waiting on this bike on all those sunny days. 😂

[@neilhamill318]

What your willing to do for your customers. Is the BEST advertisement for the future of SRK Motorcycles.

[@kevinohara8529]

I got my Blackbird a few years ago for $2,000. It was in rough condition, and I've put a lot of work into it, including replacing the subframe, entire charging system, and rebuilding part of the main wiring harness along with all the normal maintenance items (air filter, oil, chain and sprockets, forks rebuilt, etc.). I'm getting close to 70,000 miles on the clock, and this machine still pulls like a freight train! I hope that the work I've put into this fine machine will keep it going for many more tens of thousands of miles.

[@tomquinn607]

You should have kept that one for your own.

[@simonchristensen8189]

Tom Quinn, I can only agree. I own a Honda CBR 1100 XX Blackbird and it is an amazing machine! The raw and brutal power distributed so gentle. Love it.

[@Firestorm637]

It is not only the miles but also the years. 18 year old bike has 18 year old electronics

[@thebadluckraven8217]

i daily mine and have never had an issue

[@mndodd]

The EFI bikes had an issue with the ground block in the main harness that will kill the ECU.

[@nothingtoseehere293]

I would have loved to get my hands on that. Maybe I need to start following your for sale list.

[@BikesandBeards]

Yeah you should

[@JakeShula]

Great video! What ever happened to that CB300f you guys did a video on?

[@Omar-kw5ui]

Even though im not a christian, I really respect the fact that you put a verse from the bible in every video. Its rare you see people believe in God these days - its really nice to see.

[@bkmotoangler]

"I wish I had more time, wish I had more than an hour" - proceeds to tell lengthy stories on camera instead of actually working on the bike. :P

[@Meekerextreme]

Yeah I find that odd too but he is making extra KZbin money. So one has to ask is he hoping to make it KZbin big with a million subs or be a motorcycle buyer and seller...what is he trying to be in life. Maybe both! But if buying and selling bikes make then money then the KZbinr thing is a hobby and should be second to everything else.

[@leuvenlife]

@@Meekerextreme I'd guess the youtube money as he already tried to get in on other well known channels such as Hoovies for the extra subs. Sure he's a nice guy, but no one likes to see someone 'playing' the part of a bike dealer. If he focuses on the shop, gets a good mechanic and starts thinking of quality over quantity he has a chance. Good advice does seem to bounce off of him though.

[@JamesCAsphalt8]

You guys deal with integrity. I am in Florida but if you were in Florida, I would buy my next bike from you for sure.

[@mrmasonry9792]

I dont know how fast the Honda was, but a friend of mine worked with the Military a long time ago. He told me the Blackbird could make it from Ca. to Wa. in 45 minutes WITH 2 refuels. Thats fast.

[@ssamotorsfinland]

Is xx really rare bike in usa?? it is one of the most common bike in Finland.

[@madmike6942]

it's rare even here in cyprus..i only saw few of them...1 was like it just cake out from factory

[@JK-tu1xx]

Not as rare as people make them out to be, most owners just hang onto them forever because they don't need much of any maintenance and will run 250,000+ miles easily. I personally know like 5 guys that have one in their garage in my relatively small town. Total sales in the US is like somewhere between 4000 and 6000.

[@ridge9066]

Their uncommon. It was my dream bike and I never saw one in person till I purchased mine. Still haven’t seen another one. I watched the classifieds like a hawk for 2 years to find one. Finally snagged one. I still can’t believe it’s mine.

[@JK-tu1xx]

If you want a really rare Honda I've got a 1 of 300 or so 2006 Honda CB600F Hornet also known as the 599.

[@nordixx2134]

One of the most common here in Finland, but one of the most uncommon to modify, but I'm building one to a streetfighter 😎 you can find that from my channel 😉

[@yourcaseworker6916]

I did this too...A 2002 with PGM-FI. Bought it new...I had it for 18 years and put 125000 miles on it. Super smooth power... I gave it away for $1000 bucks. It had a few electrical problems and needed a timing chain tensioner...for the 4th time. FJR time. *BTW Somebody jizzed in your ears*

[@jakubbochno7749]

I love seeing honest people. It's easy to make money it's hard to make friends.

[@vonkergan7004]

Bikes meant to ride baby sitting kills'em, keeping your word on this deal mad respect to the beards!!!

[@ridethestorm4070]

Words of wisdom hire a mechanic

[@leuvenlife]

dude, get a damn mechanic. You are ruining your reputation. being honest isn't enough on its own. You need to be good, not just nice.

[@lscarlet2475]

Stopping buying old low mileage stuff that has sat and stopping buying utter shite would help as well. If they stick to buying used bikes dealers don't want on their shop floor they'd be fine but... They want to. Make money and are clueless about what they don't know. Pay a mechanic 50k a year salary and an ongoing training budget, yes it's under the average for a place paying flat rape but.... Guaranteed income is attractive. Do a percentage of hours sold to customers as a bonus and its all good and they will make serious money.

[@jbigdangler5565]

He seems to be doing damn good so not sure your right there buddy.his mechanic is joe lol.plenty of bike dealers dont do in house mechanic work.

[@estoylaroca]

Pretty sure it's not everyday does he need a mechanic. He knows the basics well enough to figure out if a bike is worth being sold (safely). Hire someone like Joe for $$$ a month, or go to him once every few weeks for $? Or hire another mechanic of questionable skill for $$ a month? I'm pretty sure he'd get a mechanic fast if it meant going to Joe was losing him money buddy.

[@sarjanAbong]

where's ur own motorcycle dealership?

[@leuvenlife]

@@sarjanAbong Downstairs. I live above it.

[@MrBabalu46]

Love your videos man, keep on making them God Bless you and yours always.

[@JamesCAsphalt8]

I love the fact that you sometimes buy bikes for too little and pass savings on to your customers. That is very cool.

[@stevenbuse9425]

Love the Bible verses!

[@droptuned83]

Test ride, test drive. It's a feckin motorcycle not a god damn car.

[@thorn3686]

I had hoped to see some more detail on getting to and changing the spark plugs. I need to change mine on my 6,000 mile '05 Blackbird

[@williammartin5663]

The is an SR-71 on static display in front of the Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville Alabama, right off the I-565.