DEALER VS INDEPENDENT SHOP with DOC HARLEY - Low Country Harley Kevin Baxter - Pro Twin Performance

[@rickywhitehands]

Kevin Baxter + Doc Harley… awsome. Thanks

[@Jonathan-L]

Doc Harley is a really sincere guy. What I like about him is that he's always willing spend a little time to refer the customer to a specialist supplier when the need arises. If he can't help you, he won't hinder you. A man of good virtues.

[@flstffatboy1340]

Fantastic Gentlemen! Loved it.

[@billm67]

Thanks for the great video from my two favorite Harley guys! Love to see you guys working together!

[@vancedyer755]

I have been watching both of your channels for quite a while.

[@bigjohn2323]

who noticed the blue FXRT had a fatvo evo lower/TC top end in it ????

[@brucesantacory1390]

Way to Go Guys, Kevin we've never met, but back in the 2000s i was a Service Writer and then Shop Dispatcher and Warranty Manager at Low Country HD, i was there for the Move from the old building to the one you were in, and i worked at Phil's North Myrtle beach store for the Rallies as acting service manager, in 07 i left to become a fulltime service manager for a dealer in western mass, due to some health issues i'm now retired, but unlike you and Mike (DOC) i was never a Tech, i was and became a manager cause i was good with hours and money, so i always looked to guys like you two for advice when my technical knowledge was lacking , Now Retired i am a huge Fan of BOTH of your You Tube Channels and it's GREAT to see you together, and it's cool to see you at a dealership i helped build literally the 2 bikes spinning around in the Silo a former Low Country Service manager Jeff and i Built from spare parts in the warehouse, so it's fun for me to see the old dealership and 2 of my favorite you tubers at it........Great Video

[@KevinBaxter]

Thank you sir!!! Appreciate it!

[@larrys.3992]

I remember seeing Willie G on the side of the road in Northern California in the 1970's. He was watching the bikes and getting ideas from rally attendees. Good show!

[@stevemolina8801]

What a great presentation, simply outstanding. Thanks!

[@ocglide2566]

This is cool, really enjoy seeing two of my favorite you tubers collaborating.

[@brianhosey3811]

Well done Gents! I'm a humble little motorcycle repair shop owner and I truly appreciate both of you for doing this! I often look you both up for guidance (almost weekly), HUGE help! Look forward to seeing more of the duo! Thanks a million from Grand Ledge, MI. Brian Hosey Centennial Cycle Repair LLC

[@benjaminbarker3151]

two cool guys right there!!😎

[@baristasmaestro2240]

You are our heroes, both of you. Regards from a rider from South Europe.

[@ashebarley77385]

Now Baxter is amazing wish we had him in ever shop!!! Meticulous and demands spot on performance!! Harley needs him in development making these damn machines be reliable and meet specs!!!! Wish I could get my bike rebuilt by him!! Great respect

[@KevinBaxter]

Thanks for the kind words Ashe. Respect sir!

[@HellfighterPreacherman]

Great stuff.

[@KevinBaxter]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@o0Hotiron0o]

Thanks Doc... Thanks Kevin, much appreciated.

[@grumpyrider8801]

Came here from Doc Harley,,,,this is my comment to him........This is great, As a 35 year Automotive parts dealer veteran I have always kept a good working relationship with the independents, they buy parts from me, I feed them info it's a business relationship that works and sometimes flows over into a personal friendship. I'll go check out Kevin's channel now as I have apparently been living under a rock

[@SQUID_Road_Glide]

You guys remind me of my son the Chef. Life for him is creating something to please others.

[@jtreformed5266]

Two of my favorite folks!! Rock on brothers!

[@Goldencountry63]

Kevin and Doc what a nice conversation. I definitely agree about your observations about bicycles and motorcycles going hand in hand. Cheers

[@franksaxton3583]

My two favorite go-to guys for accurate, detailed info that helps me keep my own Harleys running! Kevin is the mechanic I wish I was but strive hard to be. He makes jobs that are way over my head look so easy! Doc is also good although usually sticks with the MoCo line. I rarely am seen at a Dealership once the break in service is done. Around here at last, the service departments have totally priced themselves out of earning my business. If it's something I can learn to do myself, I do it myself. I do have an independent shop that I've used for years but the owner passed away a few years ago (on his way to Sturgis). His kiddo took over the biz and is an ok tech but not the mechanic his Dad was. Finding a shop that you trust with your life is not always so easy.

[@ScaredyCatArcade]

I got almost 20 years in the business. I totally get it! Spent the first 6 years of my career in a dealer getting my master of technology when I was 25. Spent the next 8 years in am aftermarket shop that did lots of motor work and Dyno tuning ect. It was a different world! I have been back at a dealer for a number of years now. Definitely lots to learn from both sides!

[@richardboggs260]

Very good show Kevin!! I have been watching Doc Harley for a couple of years. Just as I have been watching you for a couple of years.

[@bluesriderDF]

Wow, 2 of my favorite Harley channels together. Awesome!! Can't wait for the next one!

[@ORflycaster]

Two of my favorite channels doing a collaboration video. Great idea, and I hope this isn't the last time.

[@RideDriveandbuildAU]

So happy this happened, I’ll just wait for you to build a bike together now.

[@markpatrick7072]

Thanks ! Enjoyed every minute !

[@freedom6919741]

I watch Doc Harley all the time.

[@RAIDERWORLD]

You guys are my top 2 favorites on KZbin. This is awesome to see

[@gentrydebbie1040]

Thanks Guys for anything regarding Harley Davidson . I Grew up so poor ,I had to build my first Bicycle from scraps One Thing i know when The desire to have something ,You wild build it if you want it That Bad , Middle of nowhere ,Hillclimbing on what you Brung ,old BMW Husky Hodaka , a Ducati 250 ,I fixed Them ,We laughed at an old neighbor who kept a couple Harleys ,nucks or Pans ,until one Day he let me ride a knuckle He started it I Rode it on a Dirt Roar I might have weighed 90 Lb. But i was so excited that i turned it around and Came back without a Problem . I was Ruined ,I am getting old and I have an evo ,and a Twin Cam 2011 Flstf FatBoy 5,000 Miles .But I also keep a shovel at my sons House Because Potato Potato ,I can not Help Myself ?I will not ever get an 8 ,Because I am addicted to the Sound . You Guys Have much knowledge I. In 1963 i used to keep my Distributor hand tight ,so i could turn the timing down ,Not knowing That to get that potato idle i was not oiling anything , But i know More than i did ? The Good is i wallowed in self pity , Having to build my toys,End of Story in 1970 ,I got Hired in a factory and For 34 Years i worked on German & Italian Machines all Metric ,But I made more money than 90% of ny Friends who went to college ,they went to college I went to The Army ,But all that self Pity led to a Being a Senior Fabrication Technician all The training free . That is America .God Bless .

[@douglashank9539]

I enjoy watching both of your KZbin videos, great video and look forward to more of them. Thank you.

[@marceltheriault9222]

2 great Channels!

[@gasmann6746]

Thank you Kevin and Doc , two passionate professionals doing what they love ..Lifes good ..👍🏻🇦🇺

[@KevinBaxter]

Thanks Gasmann!

[@frankavellino6659]

Great show. Can't wait for the next one

[@outlaw6849]

Two great minds come together, These guys are the best.

[@SOONERS918]

2 legends talking about bikes. Awesome video guys

[@HarleyJewRider]

Kevin crushed the opening 😆

[@Tryke_Ryder]

Great compilation video! I love and watch both of you guys!!

[@ncautolink]

2 of my favorite engineer and technicians! I’ve learned a lot by watching you and working on my bike!

[@windsurfed1]

I watch each one of your channels. Never dreamed you would get together and talk like you are here. it is fantastic to see you guys talking and your perspectives from different point of view. It’s great to see you guys together.

[@miketodd9927]

Doc - you were a great help to me when I lived in the Beaufort area, it was always a beautiful ride up Hwy 17 to your shop. Kevin, thanks for sharing your knowledge. The two of you make a great team. I look forward to the upcoming videos.

[@markschnautz8260]

Great video from two people I admire very much, I enjoy your information on Harley Davidson motorcycles and engines.

[@louis_costa]

Those toy motorcycles on the shelf behind them look so good.

[@theone9564]

Very cool video! Much respect 🙏 👏

[@arnaldodiaz4657]

I am not the kind of person to see a twenty minute video, but you guys made me do it!!! "TREMENDO" Gby... 🙃

[@Honcho-mf8lf]

so great to see the two of you together. AWESOME job.

[@imgoingforaride]

Well done gentleman very well done.

[@mrnolettebn]

Thank u both

[@glennbrandl6877]

My two favorite tecks learn lots from both take care Thanks 👍

[@rickamatofishing]

Love it guys, your both the best....keep it going strong! 💪👍

[@rogerrose8220]

This is GREAT, Mike!

[@glennbattersby7447]

So cool to see two of the best together sharing their stories!

[@charliewright4840]

Thank U both for the time U took to make the post. Kevin I still want a build from U . I wish U sold bikes..

[@vinniebagodonuts9391]

Can't wait for new episodes. Man you guys are great. Thank you both for your knowledge and insight. From one motorcycle enthusiasts who lives and breathes motorcycles please please keep up the great work!

[@jonz5978]

Really enjoyed this. Good dealership’s and good independents 👍🏻

[@buckgreatdane372]

Both are so 😎 cool.

[@bubbanezz]

Absolutely loved this. Looking forward to more.

[@warricknorris5034]

I messaged Doc H. to say how good this collaboration was and look forward to more. Good onya.

[@KevinBaxter]

Thank you sir!

[@waynetrainor654]

Even is you do not own a Bike, you can learn a lot watching these two men. Thanks for sharing and all your time doing your shows

[@blackyzfr1]

My two favorite mechanics! Great video guys.

[@eddie8279]

Awsome job by two of the greatest in the world of motorcycling! Kudos to you both! THANK YOU!

[@ridinout6308]

Great video 👍 Looking forward to the next one.

[@kmeades43]

Enjoyed that chat Doc.,awesome. Ride safe from Sydney Australia 🤘

[@schachat01]

Great to see 2 of my favourite tech experts collaborating together.

[@bigjoe6814]

Excellent content from 2 very professional guys ,always very valuable information

[@jerrybrown66]

You guys are great. Both of you have helped me so much on maintenance and knowledge of my scooter. Thanks for the video.

[@arthurnava4518]

Great to see you guys together!😎

[@Manonymous108]

Ideally there could be a symbiotic relationship between an independent and a dealer, but personality and ego is always a factor when dealing with people. The dealer where I bought my bike continually insinuates how the reliability is compromised (along with the warranty) any time I think about adding a part that doesn't have the screaming Eagle logo on it. Competition for work and income is always going to be a factor when it comes to putting food on the table. People who want to make money and aren't independently wealthy will try to sell themselves and their products to make their living and lifestyle consistent. That means that PEOPLE are unreliable when it comes to telling the absolute truth about things. Then it becomes important for bike owners to do their research into who can provide the most for THEIR money. Personally I have found that dealers will price themselves out of work as well as undercut others for the sake of getting work. As an example I had one dealer offer to install new handlebars for about $2000, and then I found another dealer two hours further away that would do it for $800 (parts included in both quotes). When a dealer has only access to what Harley allows them to sell, then they will push only those parts. An independent has access to ALL parts and can accommodate the market for customization better than the dealer IF.. the independent is reliable and capable of working on a bike without making the machine unreliable. I wrote Doc Harley about aftermarket tuners and he was hesitant to recommend an aftermarket tuner for the fact that warranty requires EPA compliance. I understand that, but he wouldn't touch on the fact that an aftermarket tuner could help tune the bike to make it run cooler and better than to choke it by maintaining EPA requirements. You can buy a warranty that supports an aftermarket build when the aftermarket builders are recognized for their reliability. Kevin Baxter did help the aftermarket industry and the independent builders by fielding a relationship between warranty providers and bike owners who take their bikes to independents. Kudos to Kevin Baxter for allowing the owners to take their bikes beyond the stranglehold of the EPA and to warranty their bikes after freeing up the potential of their machines. Thanks to Doc Harley for doing what he can, even tho he might have his hands slightly tied to the Manufacturer. Honesty is relative but I think he does the best he can.

[@daveb6311]

Great video guys you are both respected in the Harley world , I watch both of you and learn so much keep making more videos, it's great to hear both sides of the spectrum

[@michealramos2839]

Awesome guys that’s the way it should be like great work brothers 😎

[@vraimondi]

This was fantastic!! Many thx gentlemen!

[@johnlfrank8078]

Is this neat or what !?!?! Way to go guys !

[@mikeprior6898]

Excellent, can’t wait for the next one ❤

[@steelmanwright]

Great video!!!!! , Much Respect for the both of you...

[@jimtiffany3713]

One of the better videos to date...kudos to you both!

[@scruffy4647]

Hey, my 83 shovel has been pretty reliable. Common sense maintenance and she's still on the road. Long roads to boot. No regrets.

[@golfnutbigd2001]

Well done Guys!

[@glennjaffas6242]

Ha! This will be fun and valuable.

[@N6J6R6]

So cool. Good work.

[@JonV-r7q]

great idea and great video guys. very much enjoyed seeing you both at the same time LOL!!! Thank you both and looking forward to many, many more videos.

[@tailgunnerdenis3331]

From a guy up north (Ontario, Canada) that follows both of your KZbin channels I must say the both of you are a very Class Act and the real deal. I have a great relationship with my HD Dealer but also rely heavily on my local Indy when wrenching/building my rides. Keep up the great work. P.s. you both have provided exceptional support (via your videos) during my wrenching. Life is good 👍🏻

[@kerrylewis2581]

I thought this was going to be a one-and-done video. Pumped to see that you are making this a four-part series.

[@nickglorioso6266]

Great absolutely

[@brutalbrital]

This is the video I’ve wanted thanks guys

[@NormalSoMDStuff]

2 of my favorite youtubers! Thanks for the video

[@KevinBaxter]

Thanks Rob!

[@jmead6121]

Wow great show as always both u Guys Rock ...for the same & different reasons ...will be watching tks again till next time ..chow

[@bikesandwrenches]

Awesome!

[@livehardone9437]

I always wondered if you two knew of each other. I watch you both and you both give great information. Thanks.

[@jerrykruse8807]

Great idea from both of you. Enjoyed this video and looking forward to the rest of the series. Thanks

[@KevinBaxter]

More to come! Thank you!

[@Jesus_Follower_]

Please do a engine tear down of a TC88 together ❤❤❤

[@haigha7697]

Sub to both these guys for a long time, to see them both together is just mind blowing. Very nice fellas

[@rudeawakening3833]

Wow ! I AM IMPRESSED !!! This I never would have ever guessed would have happened ! Maybe Mark Burnett gives you two your own “ show “ on the History Channel ! I’d love to get into a convo with the both of you on some of my old bikes that I used to own and of course ask some specific tech questions about my new 2018 FXLR Low Rider I bought brand new . Great job “ complementing “ each other with your professionalism and expertise ! Peace

[@willfadedit7008]

This collaboration was only a matter of time! great stuff guys. Touching on a topic you mentioned about going to your dealer for first service etc.... Not all dealers are the same! Not a lot of quality work in the NYC area.

[@doylehenderson319]

This was a GREAT video.... seeing 2 of the best sharing with one another about the differences of a Indy and Dealer. I've met Doc a couple of times and have "picked his brain" several times about making my wife's trike better for her and a issue I was having with my 2010 FLHTK.... he has been super and helpful each time. I look forward to meeting Kevin one day and seeing the curved bike If the Good Lord willing.... ;-) God Bless you both!!!

[@paulbuckberry7683]

Great video guys!"………………One of my biggest regrets is not owning a Harley until I was 57. I now run two, a 05 Softail Deluxe and a 2012 Dyna Switchback. For me, Harley is bigger than just the bike, you turn up on other bikes but you ‘arrive’ on a Harley, they get under your skin. I still have two BM’s but they always take back seat to the Harleys. My biggest disappointment at the moment is Harleys inability to supply simple spares. I’m currently, still waiting for an IAC valve for the Dyna which has been on back order since mid August and still no confirmed delivery date.

[@ec0084]

Very well done gentlemen , i watch both of your channels & "subscribed" i have learned so much from both of you . keep up the good work 👍👍

[@lukeflupper]

How cool is this?!! I enjoyed this very much. Gentlemen as always and passionate delivery of accurate information. Thank you both.

[@fxrst_anvers6976]

Awesome 👏

[@sidneysnottley6414]

What a great vid .. Cheers👍 Kudos to you both.🙂

[@bradwiebelhaus7065]

Good video from both of you