Can I Get this old Barn Find Harley Davidson Running?

[@GuyConscious]

I would watch the hell out of a video series of you restoring this Bike back to the way it was when your Dad sold it. I think a lot of us would.

[@BlueSquatchproductions]

💯

[@AirstripBum]

Absolutely!

[@Lukas.Chludzinski]

I second this

[@alrichdauth7986]

Definitely

[@Wizzkid100]

Me too would love to see this back as it was.

[@michaelhoward142]

The only thing better than watching an old motorcycle being brought back to life is watching it being done by someone who has a personal connection to it. Love this and hope to see more of this bike's resurrection. 👍🥰

[@ConConReeves]

CRAIG!! So happy to see this channel up and running my brother! This is awesome. Sad to see that Sean moved away, but, glad and excited to see what the future holds not only for you with this channel, but also, for you two with Bikes and Beards.

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

We are excited too, and super pumped for Sean and his family! There is going to be some great stuff coming out of both camps

[@tomparth3398]

When he says that the speedometer was stuck on 66666 remind me of 02 super glide I had.i put a new digital speedo on and a low voltage spike, bad battery, caused it to go to all 666666 17:09 17:09 17:09 Kinda freaked me out, like a bad omen? Owned it for 5 years,no problems,sold it and got a wide glide now.

[@spagsketti]

@@tomparth3398 Talking about odometers I was in Vantage Washington and being in a 1%er club at the time I must have been the least intimidating because a guy filling up his Dyna said "Hey I have to show someone this"..... He took me to his bike and the Odometer said 400,000 exactly. I asked "Have you ever rebuilt the motor"? He said, "NO, just rode it". He put his helmet on and rode away after taking a picture of the odometer.

[@davidstaudohar6733]

@@The_Bearded_Mechanic Great footage 🎥🎞️🎞️🎬 More ethier ,🔥 Iron Head V engine's are pretty much indestructible , 🖕AMF , My 1951 Harley Davidson would start in any temperature, American steel ❤️🇺🇸❤️‼️

[@chadsimmons6347]

@@spagsketti I did some work on an 1980 AMF Sportster, then the guy tried to sell it for 4-grand with 17,000 miles on the odometer, not a bad deal but i knew it wasn't the original odometer, because i switched out the old busted one with 89,000 miles

[@SonsOfJupiter]

As much as we owe Sean for bringing you to us, I am so happy to see you making your own content now. I have always been extremely fond of your kind, intelligent, and fun style. Seeing you really flex some mechanical skills makes for awesome content. I'm looking forward to more!

[@brucerae5522]

Amen

[@teggwynlewis9803]

I’ll second that

[@ian7061]

The smile on your face when that first fired up reminds me why we all do this. Cars or bikes, doesn't matter, it's all about the love. Congratulations on the channel, can't wait for more 🇭🇲😊

[@donmunro144]

So cool to see the old iron come to life again. The fact that you have a personal connection to it makes it that much cooler. Would love to see it when you get her done.

[@cfltitan]

Such a great story Craig! So glad you were able to find your dad’s old bike.

[@philherrick7319]

Maybe not the longest, but that had to be one of, if not THE, best rides you've taken. Props

[@mikedaughetee9193]

I love the show. For a mechanic its really dumb not to top off the oil. I enjoyed watching. Thanks.

[@williamhartman3611]

Craig is like the vice grip garage of motorcycles and I absolutely love it!

[@Thunder_Bear_mg]

pretty good niche content idea. Instead of finding and reviving forgotten old cars, Craig finds and revives forgotten old motorcycles.

[@davidbgraham461]

​@@Thunder_Bear_mg only, this one was not forgotten, by Craig.

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

Words right out of my mouth.

[@Tokin_Alien]

Gotta admit any man that can get a Harley in a Walmart parking lot running is the man indeed 😂

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

He talks and acts just like the dude from Vice Grip Garage... Kind of a ripoff really.

[@iamtherealevil]

So glad you are on your own!! Way better to watch! Tip: Pour a bit of oil in each spark plug hole before you turn it over the first time. You might have scored the piston walls. Also if all the oil is in the crankcase you should have drained some out before turning it over to not overpressurize the oil pump.

[@johnflorey847]

Just have to say, even though the team is in different states, I’m so glad you have your own channel Craig! This video hits home for me, so glad you got your Dads bike back! Keep up the great work! Love the videos!

[@carlosortiz821]

its amazing that the old lady was able to ride after so many years left behind... cheers from Chile!

[@wooly9976]

It’s Craig time!!!

[@joshkreiser3776]

I love the part where he craiged all over the motorcycle

[@AshtrayAnnie]

Who’s Craig ?

[@wooly9976]

@@AshtrayAnnie the dude in the video?

[@AshtrayAnnie]

@@wooly9976 You mean Bearded Mechanic?

[@wooly9976]

@@AshtrayAnnie yes, his name is Craig

[@ghjgbnhjjghjthknvf6379]

I'm really happy this channel is doing so well. Craig's success is well deserved.

[@paddyskull]

Welcome to your own channel, mate! I'm an Irishman living in Germany and a huge fan of you and Sean. Good luck in this new venture, which I'm confident will be a huge success! Peace, brother!

[@OrieCipollaro]

What a find! I had the 1974 iron head! Leaked oil outta the breather onto the rear tire nearly killed me several times!

[@FishfryOGMcTaco]

Please don’t ever change. You are my favorite KZbin personality. I admire how humble you are despite being an absolute wizard with motorcycles. So glad you took the leap on your own channel.

[@johnwood551]

As much as we all hated AMF owning HD, they saved the company by retooling. Then Willy G and all those others buying it back made HD what it is today.

[@typicalbootss586]

Lovely, its always a good day to see a bike brought back to life and on the road again.

[@paulwiley9102]

Love the ole school Harleys, I have a 74 that I am working on. I hope to have it done by next spring. As long as I can find the missing parts.

[@hunner3914]

Craig!! Love to see you enjoying yourself and being in your element working on bikes! Your enthusiasm and passion are super contagious. Brings me back to a year ago when I bought my first bike at age 17, and 2001 Harley Sportster 883. Little did I know that it had "cruise control", aka the throttle return cable was completely broken. Had a lot of fun memories working on that bike, and some not so good ones of lowsiding it. But I'm grateful because it has brought me to where I am today.

[@markbrown-us4xe]

A really "feel good story" Great photo op for Grandpa and the kids. Thanks to the Teachers and for posting. Nice Wall hanger tank. Always one guy at the parts counter that's good with the old stuff. Glad I found this.

[@traveller4790]

I normally don't watch videos this long especially when they are about recovering/restoring bikes like this without fast forwarding through them, but I have to say that this one intrigued me from the start. I ended up watching it in its entirety, and I found myself grinning when you got the bike running! SO glad you were able to find and buy your dad's bike! If you don't mind my suggestion, what I would do now is restore it to how it looked when your dad owned it, or as close to it as you can get. Please keep us updated on your progress!

[@imsurly7742]

This is one of the best videos I've seen. The fact that its your dad's old bike, the fact you got this bike running and riding, was amazing! Thank you sir

[@old_shupshe]

Back when I was a kid it was the other way around. I got my Dad into bikes and was putting together basket case Triumphs for him. Great story! Hope your dads bike gets a full make over and sticks around for your kids some day.

[@BIGGUN3460]

Dude this is how I learn...watching someone getting there hands dirty...I feel more confident each time I see you do these...but your like the perfect teacher for me...I was gifted a 2001 honda shadow spirit...they left it on my sidewalk and my son found it when he took out the trash...they left a note in the velcro for the seat screws and left the title keys and a bill of sale in my mailbox and it's took me about 6 years to get all the bugs and money up to get it done...n it's a process for me because I'm like look...I don't wanna ride if I'm gonna get stranded and have to figure it out roadside ...so I've done alot myself...had pin holes in the tank and instead of buying a new one or rigging it I took it to a radiator repair shop and had them nickel line my tank...cost me 70 bucks n 2 days...had to replace a cylinder...rejet carbs...new fork seals...ect...new tires n wiring and just getting it cleaned up...finally about to paint this winter...it's been a process but I'm about to where I want to be but this is my dream bike...I've wanted this bike since 2001

[@yayagazab4449]

You stole my dream! I’m living vicariously through you! Thanks for another awesome on the fly moto fix experience. This truly helps with the winter blues.

[@Con3style]

Awesome video Craig, my dad owns a 1957 he bought in the 70’s. When I got old enough to get into Harleys I wanted to do some research on his sportster as about 1800 were made in the first year. Turned out being a 57 XLA motor and he didn’t even know. Only 418 were made for the army. Still runs like a top. Love these iron heads!!!

[@artemisdarkslayer]

Fixing bikes with Craig, gotta love it! I find this kind of video very relaxing.

[@thefreyfactor]

I am so glad I found this. And you for that matter. This weekend, weather permitting, I am driving 300 miles to pick up a bike exactly like this. Been parked in a dry building since 1972. I know the motor needs work but am so stoked to take on this journey.

[@erikwilliamson5778]

Super excited to see a channel more about the mechanical side of things! keep it up craig!

[@nicholasdonvito1703]

Great Show, please keep it up. Us old Harley builders love seeing you young guys love these guys Iike we do!

[@nicholasdonvito1703]

@@helenarusso fine, just watching Extraction 2, very good movie. I should get some sleep, I haven’t slept in three days. As I get older it’s hard to sleep and after 30 years as a cop here in NY workin gunfight (by choice) its tough to turn things off. I’m a lot older now but some ways just as tough! I had a friend from the Syracuse Police over working with me today installing a brick patio and had a lot of war stories that I miss so much! I should have NEVER retired!!! I sold my last show bike years ago and nearly bought one in Florida again like I did 15 years ago, but chickened out at the last minute! Regrets!!!

[@Vahn84]

Awesome job, great to see Craig with his own channel. I really enjoy his style and the little bit more laid back vibes in his videos. It does make me sad Sean moved, but I guess that will just make the future collabs more hype and highly anticipated. And I am glad we get to a chance to see Craig SHINE

[@fury210]

I had a 1973 iron head sportster, also right side shift. Had that bike for 30 years. Sold it to a guy in NYC and he’s still riding it. It took me on many adventures, from Georgia to Canada. I moved on to bigger bikes but that was my first Harley. Good memories……

[@EverythingFades]

This is already one of my favourite channels. The editing combined with Craig being chill as hell is an amazing combo.

[@nelsondoss7300]

I have the same bike ,, I’m 65yrs old and still ride it …. Great that you have your dads bike ,,, it’s the story’s behind the items we have that make them special. I have my dads bike that he had and it’s the greatest think to be able to see it and to ride it… great video..

[@jonat_gabl]

Glad to see a Bearded Mechanic video finally - this sort of barn find content is like a nice warm blanket, despite the news about Bikes & Beards. All the best with the new channel, Craig!

[@rickde40]

Finding you Dad's bike must be really special, wish i could track down my fathers old heritage

[@kevinweaver744]

Absolutely love this! As a mechanic and life long gear head I've always wanted to see more of your work. Keep it up brother!!

[@DwarfHobbit]

Please continue to post updates on this bike, I'm intrigued to see and hear it's journey back home. And it's restoration. Keep it up

[@dylansowder6617]

The excitement when it’s fired up that was awesome

[@jwlebers]

Your dad and I did the same thing. I picked my 68 sporty in about 1977. Looked the same 6 inch extended forks, king queen seat. Sold it after our second kid came along to help finance an remodel on our house. Miss that bike glad you got your hands on it again.

[@DonJuan6419]

Been bored on KZbin for the past couple days and this is exactly the type of content I’ve been needing. love Craig and the team and can’t wait to see Craig’s channel and grow and the future collabs with bikes and beards !

[@Stephen_M.]

As soon as I saw the cam cover, I said to myself "68" ! It's so cool you got your Dad's bike!!!! I bought my 68 XLCH (yup! strictly kick, magneto fired) back in 1980. Still have it, but I put an XLH tank on it and a customized pair of FL rear fenders (made 1 from 2, with right hand chain cut out). I also added an RHB-5 turbo that I yanked from a friends Mazda before it went to the dump. A little fancy pipe welding and PRESTO! Can you sat FUN? Sure ya can!

[@mattmatthews3909]

Nice job Craig! Congrats on the bike and channel. Thanks for not killing us with copyright free music throughout!

[@robertcooke8320]

Great story! Reminded me of my own stories. Ive had to quit riding due to health issues but so glad I LIVED the life and enjoyed the two wheel world for 51 years..

[@ki4rex]

Craig you are one of my favorite KZbin personalities! Glad to see this channel up and running!

[@F.A.F.O.818]

I owned a 1988 Honda Hurricane 600 back in the day when I lived in SoCal, was for a short period, and I sold it after a couple close call scares and speeding tickets, I was 19 yrs old, I didn’t want to kill myself lol. Now at 54 I sit and watch these videos and wish I would have kept riding and learned more about motorcycles. I’m more than mechanically inclined enough to fix up a junker, and I have my eyes out looking for one to restore, but this channel is awesome, and it’s only one I watch, you have great personality and sense of humor man, keep up the awesome vids.

[@olegraybeard4206]

I'm halfway into this video and you're already hitting it out of the park Craig. You and Sean having separate channels is like getting two Christmases when parents get a divorce 😄. Recently built my son a 1980 Ironhead chopper on my channel and it has been Stone Cold reliable. We can't wait to see what amazing content you bring us brother 🤘

[@Bikersinfrontera]

11:06 that is awesome, that is the same mindset that i have, i would like to be able to get my own house, and keep my family fine, but not selling my bikes, congratulations for that mate! this is inspiring greetings from Mexico!

[@Fafnir53]

I used to run a '93 Evo Sporty, probably a bit more user-friendly than your old-timer. Nice vid, good to see another old one up and running again. In comparison with other bikes I've had, the Sporty always seemed a bit more like an agricultural implement than a motorcycle. Lots of fun, though.

[@JoeyBomba]

That's funny, that's what they said about the German folk Wolf fighter plane. But, boy, it was something to Fear

[@bodiecollection]

17 years ! You are one cool dude. Thanks for teaching me

[@Englishguy1]

Craig I am so incredibly happy and proud of you for making such an awesome intro into the KZbin community! I can't wait to see where your channel grows too! 🎉

[@Gixie-R]

Love the Hero pegs up front, You could stand on those hook your knees in the handlbars and have a Titanic moment

[@craigcaggiano431]

Congrats Craig, must feel good to recover your dads bike. Can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@bobbyagee3796]

Order of work hardly ever changes with Craig. Im learning alot watching this channel. Im gonna get my 98 Softail Custom up and running.

[@YoJoeFRtho]

Hey Craig I’m so happy you have your own show. You are super talented and love watching you work. Big fan and can’t wait to watch this channel grow!

[@nagelfar8715]

I just rebought my dad's old chopper and I'm currently restoring it back to its former self! Great video!

[@plotholedetective4166]

I ran my 69 Electra glide with a lawnmower battery for over a year😂 I also have lit myself on fire by standing in front of the spark plug holes.... Fun times

[@kenholden689]

So cool to watch thank you. I have a 68XLCH that I inherited from my father that hasn’t run since 1977 and hope to be getting it running soon. It’s a magneto bike, so the startup prep will be different. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@stevencunningham4680]

It's great to see you getting your dad's bike running. I had a 78 Sportster and love it , I just hated that the engine wasn't rubber mounted. Anything above 60 mph and your teeth would vibrate out of your head. By the way in a new subscriber to your channel and I hope to see more Harley content.

[@mattovictimcycles1334]

So lucky to have two of my Dad's bikes a 1955 KHK and an 1985 FLHT.... Both keep me connected now that he has passed.....Goodluck with your channel....

[@williamadler3003]

Craig, Kudos to you on your new channel. Although Sean was the “MC” of B&B’s, you were the substance. Sean is a bit goofy and honestly, not much of a mechanic. I enjoyed your spots on B&B’s when you did the technical stuff. I do wish Sean well but I am afraid he may have ended his KZbin career without you as co-host. Best of luck to you and much success will come your way. Cheers, William

[@davidseward7857]

Wonderful job getting the Iron Head on the road again, I'm sure your Dad is smiling🤗

[@theman-wd5ev]

God is king.

[@chuckiepeoples]

Deities most likely don’t exist.

[@BurnNoBridges138]

There is no god

[@jacobdill897]

So is prince Charles

[@PigeonSpeaks]

Love that you have your own channel and it was great to see you get your dad's old Harley back and running. Interesting motorcycle.

[@rayslife4k]

I’m saving money to buy a bike. 3 more weeks and I’ll have 4k. My mom is so sad and mad at me cuz I don’t help her out anymore. Please pray for my mom cuz im tryna save money for me. But in 4 weeks I’ll help her out again 😢

[@Justhavingfun-cc4qz]

Bless you 🙏

[@AdamJ09303]

Rest in peace.

[@arthurbttf]

How did it go?

[@rayslife4k]

@@arthurbttf I got it when it was perfect.. now the headlights are dented and sattle bag is torn. I wrecked it twice. Now I need 800 to buy a new headlight. But I can’t save money so I give it to my mom. Maby soon I’ll fix it. But I still ride it everyday

[@arthurbttf]

@@rayslife4k It all works out in the end! I have a GN125 that takes me anywhere, cheap and quick

[@haywoodyoudome]

Thumbs up for mentioning the tires. A lot of people just think if it's holding air then it's fine.

[@howarddavidiii6171]

Love that rolling on a piece of your family history that has to feel great , very Kool. Made me feel good for you.

[@WrenchingIrons]

I have two ironheads 1970 XLH 900 and 1972 XLCH 1000, both I have build from the ground up. so good to see you playing with one!! Go man go!

[@warrenfloyd1484]

Sweet old bike,brings back many memories of working on them😎👍

[@warrenfloyd1484]

@@helenarusso good, playing music, making wine, helping mom, and paying bills, bought like normal, hope you are doing well!!!😎👍

[@jerico5134]

Thanks for including us in this video Craig I saw the emotion on your face when it fired. This is more than just a bike.

[@rikhazelwood415]

What a great story. I hope you and your dad enjoy this bike and the memories you will have.

[@Jdyke2059]

I have NEVER been into engines or motorcycles in my life. Now i wanna take both apart and put em back together. Lol you did that. Can't wait to see where this channel goes!! Joe D.

[@johndaviddoesmith4504]

Great job showing people in a fun way how to troubleshoot an old engine !! Love it

[@SteveRamJetRamsey]

I'm happy you found your Dad's bike. Not too many people can find the things they let go of. And congrats on your channel.... I'll be watching.

[@jimbaker4277]

Love seeing someone put some time into those old ironheads. They all need it.

[@davegosselin9327]

Awesome to see you found the bike and got it going. Sure your pops will be in shock and happy to see the ole girl again. Many good rides ahead hopefully. Love them old ironheads

[@RoryGustafson-qo3il]

I love those old Iron Heads. Been riding them my whole life. I currently own 1965 Sportster that someone made into a chopper. It was a project when I got it. I had it finished out and it's definitely a fun bike to ride.

[@layback209fixorsmash3]

Dang, we'll done. Now I'm inspired to get my old 1978 ts185 running. Been on the bench for 15yrs... i did a full engine rebuild, but stopped at the oil injection pump hook up and cables for some reason...etc.

[@Rpm6971]

I was smiling from ear to ear when I found out it was your dads bike originally, I can totally understand your passion for the bike.

[@battoisoutto6657]

Man that chopper is sweet.All it needs a nice flake job and some TLC.

[@sp7058]

I miss riding with my dad on his 83 fxr . We would go to bike week in Daytona , man was it loud no baffles and with motor work... And the candy blue paint job... Miss those days.

[@tymz-r-achangin]

Just what we like and appreciate. A down-to-earth video of a common guy feelin proud to get a part of American history running again

[@guilastocker8051]

That was totally cool. I had a 68 Kickstart only Magneto xlch. Willie did from Bakersfield California, to Atoka Oklahoma in January. Guarantee I couldn't do that again. So I can appreciate your Ironhead, and being your dad's come on now. Ride hard die free

[@peter7624]

Another great video. It's very satisfying to watch these old bikes come back to life.

[@pastorbobncc9458]

I recently bought an all original 1974 (AMF) XLH at an estate sale, perfect paint and decal on the tank, 15K original miles, what a score. Been sitting in a garage for 24 years, rebuilt the carburetor, new battery, fuel, fired right up.

[@garybarton7262]

I had a 1972 xlh first year of the 1000 CC Sportsters ,loved that bike I never had a bit of trouble with it but I am glad that Harley went back to its rightful owners

[@timothygibson2330]

I want to see more on your ole man's bike

[@Krymsyn_Rydyr]

Nice find! My first bike was 74 sporty. Always had to specify Early 74 for parts. It was first of the 1000cc, and the last of shift on right.

[@kickdowngarage]

Great video, inspired me to get my 1976 out again after sitting for a few years!

[@happyrv2061]

I had the same bikes years ago. I worked on it all summer to make it "semi-road worthy". It vibrated so hard I had to change the bulbs weekly. It would shake the filament apart. It was geared pretty low and reved alot down the highway. I can still find all the spots along the highway it broke down. I loved it.....but lots of maintenance was required.

[@derekwarrington6803]

I love that tank and the fact it's your father's bike makes it special i always saved my dads old Harley

[@arthurvarady7258]

Right On, Stay Safe on the old girl, even though you didn’t see oil on the dip there was no doubt oil in the sump enough to get home with.

[@hermanpotgieter344]

Amazing video Craig. Reminds me of my first bike I baught when I was 13. It was a yamaha TS50, had no clutch or starter. Just put it in neutral, run, jump on the bike and drop a gear. It ran 100% like that in the bush for nearly a year till my friend ran it like a 2 stroke and blew the motor. Oh the good old days

[@ChristopherDove-p6v]

I didn’t doubt you for a moment. I love theses videos. Great fun and awesome facts!! Thank you!!

[@patcaza6166]

allright, thats the new channel in town thanks for staying with us, Graig !

[@markcollins5026]

Man. just happened to bring along another tank 😮 !

[@77teahupoo]

Good for you and your dads old bike. Great video, fix her up real nice and enjoy. That bike deserves some road time✌🏼

[@ryn80135]

This new channel is the best thing that's ever happend to Craig. I always wanted more Craig and we have it now. This channel is going to the moon!!