Harley Culture through the Eyes of a Sportbike Rider

[@yammienoob]

Harley boys... Watch the whole video ;) don't just jump to the comments

[@Paul20661]

oh didn't knew yammie was portuguese lol

[@Paul20661]

greetings from romania last yeat been tp portugal first time,in Armação de Pêra and IT WAS AMAZING

[@Paul20661]

Anyway i can say am a cruiser guy,dream to own a Harley,even though right now I ride a Suzuki Bandit 600 which i love !! Reason i got the Bandit cuz my previous bike the Kawasaki Vulcan 800 i got got broken beyond repair...sold it for parts Started on a Virago 250 back in 2018 then got a Yamaha Dragstar 650 then the VN 800 and now last year got the Bandit...love it but wanna go back to a cruiser next year Maybe a Dragstar 1100 or even a Sportster idk but they super expensive here

[@patrickowens855]

you should review the buell super cruiser when you can get one. I'd like to watch your review... harleys are a culture thing and when they were the only exported usa bike for years , well that's how the usa does things even selling rice ,corn , lumber etc.. they want to control a market

[@DiagolonRider]

lol, good one

[@user-oo6ty1yq2l]

I have a Street Bob 114 which I have ridden across the country and ride almost every day. I love it. That being said, I have no interest in the “Harley culture”. I just like how my bike looks, sounds and feels. I understand it may not be the best at anything or the best value but we like what we like.

[@Godric_71]

As long as you are happy, that's the only thing that matters.

[@ironken1796]

Respect to you! This is what 2 wheels are all about.

[@magasaurus7210]

The 114 Street Bob is no slouch - one of the best weight-to-HP ratios of the stock production bikes.

[@chrislaunders8283]

Yep, I have a 87 Softail and I'm the same.

[@user-oo6ty1yq2l]

Thanks for the positive input guys. I wish you fair weather and open roads.

[@jeremyspencer5301]

Im 47, Im a Combat Veteran, I ride a 22' Ducati Streetfighter V2. Just today I was commuting to work and I merged onto the highway right next to a Harley guy who was younger than me and was wearing a COMBAT VETERAN leather vest. I followed him for a bit and then decided I wanted to go 75 instead of 65 mph so I got in the passing lane and proceeded to pull up next to him to pass. I slowed right next to him and looked over to give the guy a wave and he looked at me without waving at all and he just went back to eyes forward as if to snuff me off. I had on full gear and a helmet so he obviously couldn't see me. The funny thing is that I am older than him and I served my country just like him, but because I was on a Ducati sport bike and not a big Harley he 100% snubbed me off. THATS what I don't like about the Harley riders. Some of them give respect and are cool, but in my experience they are a stuck up group.

[@MisterMeanerOU812]

Unless he flipped you off or otherwise gestured you away, it’s a little presumptuous to assume he was snubbing you off. Perhaps he was less comfortable looking away from the road. The tribalism in this video is mind blowing. I can’t believe the assumption of racism and negative biker culture from all you metric guys. Buying a Harley is like buying a pair of redwing boots, or an American muscle car. To own a piece of history that goes back to the early 1900’s. A culture that really doesn’t care where you’ve been, but is more interested in where you’re headed.

[@jollibee_racer]

Also a vet from down under. I find the Harley riders mostly the biggest posers there is. Old mate with the vest probably only just past recruits haha

[@troyholt9728]

Triumph dates back to 1902 and I wave at everyone on two or three wheels. Most Harley guys I throw duces at never wave and absolutely no smilies. I am a veteran as well and I appreciate your service to our country

[@dc117748]

Dude I'm sorry for what you've experienced but I've been riding for over 20 years and I started on a sport bike and was welcomed to ride with Harley guys, all the miles I've riden I noticed just the opposite ,the none Harley riders are a lot of the time the ones not wanting to speak! That's if I pass a person not wanting to speak, most riders speak no matter what they're riding!

[@donjohnson3701]

Ahh, been riding since I was a pup! I’ve had BMWs, Triumphs, and Buells. There is a common brotherhood among bikers in general, but Harley riders definitely have an attitude that I think is what drove them to purchase a Harley in the first place! I have heard reports of Harley riders even taking a whiz on other bikes! I like a twin and the Buell is a lot of fun in the twisties with loads of torque!

[@KD-nb3mp]

Sportbike culture looks just as weird from the outside. When you see guys in anime costumes and bunny ears on their helmets, filming tik toks it gets kinda funny.

[@rvs55]

LOL yeah. Those are mainly the Tiktok street posers. When I was still riding sportbikes, they were used primarily for the track. All my stock parts were off, including the original fairings and panels, replaced by cheap and plain white race fairings. You never knew when you were gonna bin it. Didn't ride them to so-called "biker meets" or on the streets in a huge mob for attention. If I wanted to just go out or commute, I either used a standard/naked bike, or I drove.

[@AtlantaX3]

Thats for the shock value and kids seem to love it and sparks their interest.

[@jmd1980]

That and how they ride. Harley's mostly respect road rules. Lane splitting a little is usually most they'll do. Sport bikes are a wild card on the road and ride like they are untouchable. Until they hit a pot hole or ignorant driver at full speed, then the pavement gives a reality check.

[@anthonynicholich9654]

The whole globe 7 continents 160 countries ride sport bikes dinosaur davidson is only here in America.

[@EggEnjoyer]

@@jmd1980That’s because Harley riders physically can’t split lanes or literally don’t have the skill. Meanwhile they’ll literally threaten other riders with a gun for passing them

[@Jesse_E5150]

Now we need a "Sportbike culture through the eyes of a Harley rider." video

[@billsheppard2433]

Exactly. People fail to understand that everyone has differing opinions and even if the opinions others may have differ from yours, it doesn’t mean they don’t have any value.

[@u33c214yb29]

Thing is that there is no such thing as sportbike culture. Even riders within specific sub-group of sportbike riders (track-day guys, squids etc.) are so diverse that you cannot put them into same basket.

[@billsheppard2433]

@@u33c214yb29 You can’t put all Harley riders into this one category either though. I always wave to everyone, wear full gear, and am very respectful to others on the road. I know lots of other Harley riders like me.

[@prophetzarquon1922]

That's because sportbikes are actually well engineered in a way that attracts riders across social divides; Harley Davidsons only attract riders who want into their peculiar social clique. There's no other benefit to choosing Harley beyond "I ride a Harley". Any other style of bike - even an other branded cruiser - strives to compete in some functional way; Harley gets by as a fashion accessory. Harley is all about its mystique as a societal symbol, whereas other bike types are about how well that bike does what it does, thereby attracting wildly diverse ridership based on that function instead of only social cliques.

[@billsheppard2433]

@@prophetzarquon1922 There are plenty of reasons to ride a Harley. One of them is that they are way more comfortable than sportbikes, so they are better for roadtrips and commuting. Another is that they are also loaded with torque compared to sportbikes so lots of them are more powerful in the low end. There is also the old saying that loud pipes save lives, which in my experience is true. If you think about it, every bike has a personality and a different purpose. I don’t say sportbikes are bad because they are uncomfortable, quiet, and don’t have as much low end power, but I understand that those are features of a sportbike because they were built with racing in mind. Harley’s and sportbikes are different because they were built for different purposes. Why is that so difficult for people on both sides to understand?

[@HowardHunt-s7z]

Harleys are best known for turning gasoline into noise without the added benefit of horsepower.

[@TsugaC]

Overweight, underpowered, and overpriced for what you get.

[@astrofeeder777]

@@TsugaC translation: im broke and dont know how to ride. its about comfort on short and long rides, good handling in town and the highway, beautiful look and sound, predictable, smooth throttle response. if youre some 16 year old spec queen that likes to buy used cbr1000rrs on facebook marketplace, fine, but that shit is awful to ride anywhere other than the track and we all know its true. thats why kids are the only ones that ride sport bikes regularly.

[@hirs0009]

@@astrofeeder777 after riding my bro's sportster I found it was worse at all those qualities than even my R3. Felt like the brakes pads were wood blocks, suspension just supper soft, slower than my wifes Ninja 250

[@overthoughtandunderstated]

And it's the largest gap possible between thinking you're badass but actually being a dork

[@JoeStanek-vu7rl]

​@@astrofeeder777put down the crack pipe dude.

[@alexcarchio7406]

The best way I can describe it is like driving an old muscle car. Yes they aren’t the fastest or the most efficient but they sound good, look good, and got that charm

[@rtpwyk]

Many of us Harley owners also owned muscle cars. I have had 2 60's era mustangs, a cougar, and even an M3 as well as a hemi Dodge. But when it comes to bikes, I just like to cruise. I am not a fan of the cramped and buzzy racer experience. I actually just put my Ducati monster up for sale. Just prefer my Harleys.

[@louisgunn7314]

My little sporty gets 70 mpg. I use it as an everyday commuter. It's a 883 Sportster. It's a well built heavy bike that gets 70 mpg. It's not fast by no means but gets good gas mileage. I could get better with a Royal Enfield 350. They get 90 mpg.

[@patrickwilliamson29]

Though I thought Arnie looked cool on one in terminator but to me they don't sound good

[@rvs55]

Well, yeah. Old world charm is prob the only thing you could say about a Harley. Same thing like those retro cafe racers, and old Lambretta scooter guys.

[@josephdavis823]

I'm only 23, but I have 73 and 74 mopar, 78 mg midget, 2010 honda sport bike, and 93 harley softail. This guy is spot on. The throaty rumble of my 440 roadrunner clone is the same vibe as my Evo harley. The midget is small, compact, and fun like my honda. If I want comfort and big, bad ass vibes, I'll go with the harley, roadrunner, or duster. If I want cramped but quick and exciting fun, I'll go with the midget or honda. Both have their purpose, but the old cruisers and muscle cars are definitely an old soul type of thing.

[@picassomotoadventures]

I’m a black immigrant from the Bahamas and I love Harley’s but not baggers. I’ve owned an 883 and a Fat Bob. As an American citizen, I’ve never felt that American culture doesn’t belong to me or had anyone tell me I don’t belong on a Harley. I’ve lived in the melting pot of south Florida and people from all over the world ride Harley’s for the love of the bikes. The ability to customize them, personalize them and make them your own work of art. Besides, not everyone is into uncomfortably laying on your tank all day especially if you want to go on long rides. My Harley’s have been reliable and have taken me all over even on long rides and back home safely with no issues. I would never seriously bash sports bike riders. Ride and let ride.

[@prophetzarquon1922]

I like cruisers; I just don't like overpriced poorly engineered ones that create noise hazards on purpose. I think that's why people crap on Harley so much: Harley champions symbolism over function.

[@mikemaki7192]

Great comment.

[@hunteroftruth4986]

Ride what you love! Baggers are my thing.

[@TheBrownHornet]

I was an EMT for 4 years. I saw many motorcycle accidents, but for the most part, the sport bike guys and dirt bike guys had gear, particularly helmets. So, their injuries were usually broken bones, nothing they couldn’t heal from. But the Harley accidents were always serious, always. Why? None of them had helmets on, and most of them had alcohol in their system. Sometimes alcohol and other serious drugs. Sure, my experience is anecdotal. But I probably was on scene for no less than 50 motorcycle accidents over the 4 years. Personally, I blame the culture.

[@brianm5637]

It’s the same around my area. Most Harley’s are ridden a few days out of the year, and from one bar to the next. The guy that says he’s been riding them for 25 years, most likely doesn’t have more than 15,000 miles under his belt.

[@chrissmith7669]

I was T-boned on my street Bob. The only reason I still have a leg is she hit my mustache bar and flipped the bike out from under me. I went up and over doing my best flying squirrel impression. Wearing a helmet probably kept what little brains I have from getting more than shaken and not stirred. The Harley guys I ride with wearing no gloves, helmet, or jacket I just don’t get.

[@joejohnson2447]

Definitely anecdotal, you can easily look up the stats, sport bikes have a 4 times higher fatality rate than cruiser motorcycles. Speed and alcohol are the main contributing factors

[@ovaddiesanchez-martinez885]

I would think that sport bikes have the tall seat height which puts your critical areas over the hood of most vehicles. Also you sit on the bike vs “in” the bike like you do on cruisers. During our advanced rider courses the coach had a saying “survive the flight or slide and you’ll be fine”. With cruisers you become one with the accident.

[@chrissmith7669]

In my, ahem, advanced years I see two groups wiping out most often. Young inexperienced riders on sport bikes that have way more power than their skill set can handle and old guys who haven’t ridden in 40 years who go buy a 900 touring bike who lose it with mom and enough crap for a month tour who also can’t ride or control such a behemoth bike.

[@georgeroberts442]

I’m 79 years old. I rode Honda when I was younger, best one was my V65 Sabre, which I wish I had kept! Then I went to Triumph Bonnevilles, and I still ride one all the time. There was a three year interruption when my wife decided to ride with me, two up. I sold my Triumph, and bought a Harley CVO Ultra Limited with one of those gigantic queen seats for her. After she had enough of that, I sold the Harley, and went back to the Triumph Bonneville T120 which still have. I remember that first ride on my new Harley. I rode down the street, shifting up as I went. The words just spontaneously came out of my mouth., “My God, I feel like I’m operating a piece of farm machinery!” And, I felt like was riding IN the bike, not ON it. Those ‘other than a motorcycle’ feelings stayed with me the entire time I owned and rode the Harley. Boy was I glad when the wife finally said “enough!"

[@jamesneufeld-b7e]

I have had my Sportster for 34 years. Back in the Dream Time I rode a '41 Indian Chief for 7 years as my wheels. You don't have to understand. I'm not a snob - I wave to everybody on a motorcycle.

[@Lieutenant-E]

I’m 65 and have been riding all my adult life. I’ve had dirt bikes, sport bikes and own a Haley Fatboy. I stay with the Harley as a self governing method. On the sport bike I was doing stupid shit like riding at 150 MPH. The Harleys poor speed and handling forces me to ride slow. So that’s why a Harley is a good fit for me, it’s also a lot more comfortable than the sport bike riding position.

[@dcccharles4569]

Never on a racetrack but a menace on public roads. Sheer genius.

[@tomyloc1]

Thats the only one answer that make sense !!!

[@honestlion17]

You should try a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone they have the same vibe, but they are much lighter and have a lower center of gravity. The cylinders are always in the wind, so no overheating.Super comfortable seat. I forgot to mention the foot position, just like the dirt bikes we rode. And a low maintenance drive shaft.

[@andrewroberts6123]

@@eggnog52 Speed KILLS ! (If you want to live forever, ride a Harley Davidson).

[@andrewroberts6123]

@@eggnog52 Somehow, I always manage to pay my speeding tickets. I don’t think that I could afford the death toll, though. (Not even once) !

[@gaugeth]

My perception of Harleys was shaped at a fairly young age by South Park

[@Twin_solo_az]

It can be really annoying to get stuck behind a truck hauling a camper in the twisties. It is equally annoying to get stuck behind a group of 12 Harley’s.

[@logangodofcandy]

The slow, annoying 18 wheeled semi Tractor of the motorcycle world.

[@comet_crash]

Paying 30k for a 1200cc bike to do 5 under the speed limit while breaking every noise code ever is part of the experience, brOther.

[@ruthlesshatchet6353]

I get madder at the truck with a camper because it can actually take a turn but chooses to be slow. At least with the harley you know they are trying their best and pushing it to the limit at 35 mph

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

Summed it up pretty accurate. I've owned 5 Harley Davidsons they are fun if maintained reliable. If ridden proficiently fast in the twisties. I've owned goldwing Adventure bikes sport and sport touring. Started in the dirt. Harley gets people on two wheels that's nice. Just be you. 😊

[@schigara]

On my Zx10R, I rarely get stuck behind anything, much less 12 Harleys!

[@patrickgallagher9069]

I ride a Harley because I enjoy the riding style. It’s comfortable and easy to ride. I was a nerd before nerds were cool, when tough kids bullying nerds was normal. I’m a skinny engineer with no biceps, I have a full head of hair, I have one tattoo (a wedding ring tattoo), and I work behind a desk doing math. I don’t ride with leather and flags all over the place. I wear what’s comfortable and responsible and I probably look like a dork. But I’m fine with that. I bought a Harley reluctantly. I was replacing my old Yamaha and tried one just because I was curious. When my wife and I walked into the Harley dealership, I found a big, comfortable bike that looked good and was fun to ride. And was easy to maintain. So, we bought it. And I love it! I don’t really get into the culture of it, although the culture finds me whenever I’m out. And I go with the flow when I meet other Harley riders because me and a stranger can talk about something we both enjoy without any presumptions other than we both own a Harley. I can talk to a buff guy who fits the stereotype in that environment, whereas we might not have ever spoken in any other life situation. I think it makes us both better people to cross those lines. I think most Harley riders are like me; middle aged men who want a comfortable ride from time to time. What you’re experiencing is a loud group of bike lovers (who are good people) who speak loud enough that they are perceived as the majority. Most of us…. Are weekend riders who keep a low profile. Most Harley enthusiasts I know are some of the nicest and most generous people I know. I can't say that about other motorcycle cultures I've met. Harley riders have a look and persona that turns a lot of people off. But now that I know many of them, I am glad to be associated with them. And the bike is fun to ride too!

[@kevinhale8329]

I CONCUR 👍🏽

[@msghazi]

As I read this, I felt like you were in my head. Techy guy (turned manager), skinny arms (big belly though). I rode Yamaha cruisers when I was young. I bought my Ultra in 2022 and absolutely LOVE it! I ride with my local HOG Chapter, but I wouldn't say I'm in the "Harley" culture. Rode what you like brother.

[@parisford2020]

easy to ride until you have to turn

[@kevinhale8329]

@@parisford2020 HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSE REALLY HELPED ME WITH HOW TO NAVIGATE CORNERS.💪🏽

[@msghazi]

@@parisford2020 I turn several times every time I ride my Harley, and manage to do it successfully each time.

[@slayerx681]

I watched the docudrama "Harley and the Davidsons" and got interested in the history of the brand. I had to go to Milwaukee for work, and spent half a day at the HD museum. I couldn't get through half of it, I was so enthralled in reading all of the info about the start of the company, and how it evolved through 20th century. As a service member, I was particularly interested in their involvement in production of motorcycles for the US in WW2. I don't know if I'll ever own a Harley, but I think that they are an incredibly important brand, and I appreciate that they stuck around. Also, this may be anecdotal, or a figment of my imagination, but I feel like I remember reading an article about how a lot of African Americans have latched on to the Harley brand, boosting sales, and bringing it to a wider array of riders, and giving it a newfound cultural appreciation among Americans that fall outside of the typical "white, bald, tatted, Harley guy" demographic.

[@bigbean78]

When I was younger (I may have had my Honda Shadow at the time) an older guy told me that a Harley “feels different”. It was years later when I bought my first one at 28 that I understood what he meant. I’m 45 now and that Electra Glide is still in my garage. I also have an Evo Wide Glide (my dream Harley) that is the greatest feeling, sounding, and looking bike I’ve owned. It just makes me smile.

[@jeffhunter788]

I own both Harley and various rice burners, the main reason I love Harley’s is until recently you could buy one in your late teens and drive it until you’re old and die. Models before 1998 are all metal and can be completely rebuilt in you backyard with few specialized tools. They kept favor in America for many years because they were built in America. The rider stereotypes shown in the video are not typical riders, the typical guy is middle aged and up, regular working class folks that simply enjoy being on two wheels, no costumes, riding safe, no stunts, seldom speeding. I usually ride around 50mph relaxed on country roads and compare the ride to meditation or prayer. Many Harley riders view sport bike guys as young punks who risk the lives of others on the road, while I know those folks exist I also know that’s not always the case. When I ride my sport bike I love the acceleration and power as well as nimble nature of the bike but that’s not always what I’m looking for when I want to ride. I don’t always want to lean forward or sit high from the ground. Many of the other brands of bikes feel cheap and fragile to me after riding 800lbs of steel and aluminum. I believe it boils down to the fact that many ride to be seen riding and their choice many times is based on whom they want to impress while those that love riding can appreciate each type of bike for what it is and find fulfillment in whatever their bike or bikes offer, personally I have a hard time disliking any bike because for years I had none and would have loved to have had anything

[@kwik2008]

So true 😊👍

[@sallhame]

Mine is a 1979 FXWG with a Santee frame and a 100 CID Revtec. 6 speed gearbox, dry clutch, hydraulic. Fast, fun and good looking. A good motorbike is the one that is closest to your heartbeat. Old Triumphs, Nortons and Harleys are great. Ducatis, BMW, KTM are great as well, but I'm getting older, so I'll stick with my Harley. 4 cylinders? Fun when I was young.

[@DoronBen-m4m]

Wise words. Riding is meditation, it doesn't matter what bike you ride but rather how you ride. slow down and enjoy the ride!

[@andersjansson8577]

Long time I heard the contempting word "rice burners". What should we call american bikes? Methburners?

[@jeffhunter788]

@@andersjansson8577 only a democrat would give a damn what you call it.

[@Whiskeybende]

Not everyone wants a Harley and not everyone wants a sport bike. I own a Harley bagger now but rode Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki throughout my life. My favorite dirt bike was my beloved Honda CR500. Man I loved that bike. I started riding motorcycles when I was 4 years old on a little 1981 Honda 50z. Grew up riding and I was never without my motorcycle. I swore I would never get a Harley until I was riding my Yamaha Road Star with my Harley friends and my bike kept falling apart. It was brand new. On a poker run my passing lamps fell off and scratched up my fender. I didn't see any of the Harleys falling apart like that. I did decide to buy a Harley after that. That was 2008 and I still have that bike today. I put a S&S 124" kit in it and it makes 140hp/146tq on the dyno. Probably my favorite street bike was my Yamaha warrior. I put a Patrick racing Big bore kit in it pushing it to 110". I did this because I was getting spanked by a Vrod. Big bore kits for Japanese bikes are very expensive when you can find them. The camshaft alone was $1,000 and it was made by Patrick racing. Camshafts for a twin cam Harley or about $300 and many choices to fit your riding style. Harleys are like Legos if you like to tinker. In my experience with Japanese and Harleys I have found the Japanese rule the sport bike world. Harley rules the touring world for me. I have a good friend who has many sport bikes from Kawasaki ZX10R to his few Aprilias. He turned the odometer all the way up back to zero on his Kawasaki ZX-14. We all get along and respect each other. For me Harley offers me something to tweak and modify for a lot cheaper than my Yamaha did.

[@beazerthebiker]

I can tell you from personal experience . As a sport bike rider for over 20 years, I gave it up reluctantly. The thrill of speed Wil always remain but as a guy looking at 50. I decided I'd like to look around and see things instead of passing it by by getting there quick. I own a Goldwing and have had two Harleys. Still have 1 now. And honestly the harley is the most fun bike I've owned. But since giving up the sport bike I've ridden across country twice and seen some amazing things and met interesting people. All the while not looking over my shoulders wondering if a cops going to pull me over. You can check out some places I've been on my channel if you wish.

[@ronin_af_brochannel3078]

Harley riders, living in everyone else's minds rent free. Much like Yammie who dedicated how many videos about Harleys now?

[@stygiansage2661]

I am an American but I'm more of a naked bike, scrambler, or metric cruiser. If I'd go Harley it would be a Buell or older Sportster. A simple rule I've kept was always only get a bike I can pickup off myself.

[@prophetzarquon1922]

*Emoto rider* has left the chat

[@xenophile4275]

So many memories growing up in a Harley family. It can be summed up in one, my old man and his buddies laughing at my GSXR and telling me to “get a real bike”….while loading theirs on a trailer because they didn’t want to do the 4 hour ride to Reno in perfect weather for some boomer biker event.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

When you think of Sturgis or Daytona events, what occupies those places the most is chrome, HD, tats, beer, rock, and slutty women. And that's an image problem no other brand created, but which prevents generations of people from getting into motorcycles.

[@dcccharles4569]

Not so.

[@SaltyCracker402]

Some people want to risk their own and everyone elses lives going 180mph. Others just want to feel the wind on their face and the rumble on their ass.

[@weaponson3-158]

that is a stereotype, but most of us want to get more skilled and take corners at exciting speeds with good technique, without scraping anything

[@PebelWasTaken]

😢It's more about the feeling of sports bikes. The light body and live turning. Not the speed for me.

[@nicholasmaximus3412]

​@@weaponson3-158then go rent a track

[@markgreen2488]

Okay, here's what you need to know. I started riding motorcycles at age 11 in 1970 (and my parents hated motorcycles). I raced motocross from 1974 to 1976. Quit riding to go to college and then to start a family from 1977 to 1992. Got back on to motorcycles in 1993 and owned a Kawasaki EX500 sport bike, and then a GPZ1100. So, I enjoyed sport bikes, but as I got into my late 30s, the hunched over posture began to disagree with my wrists. I also got tired of every 5.0 Mustang or Z28 Camaro wanting to race from a stop light. Then a semi truck back over my GPZ at a 3 way intersection. My step son had been riding a cruiser for some time, and talked me into trying one. I bought a 1999 Suzuki Marauder, which I loved. A year later I bought a 2000 Yamaha Roadstar Silverado and began to make long trips with friends. From there, I have owned a 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner, a 2010 Victory Vision, and a 2017 Harley Ultra Limited. Since 2000, I have ridden 177,000 miles on the last 4 bikes on this list. Sturgis, Daytona Bike Week, Tail of the Dragon, Beartooth Parkway, The Pig Trail, The Million Dollar Highway, and several others have been ridden on large V-Twins. I love the sound, the power pulses from the V-twins engines and the comfort these bikes provide. I guarantee, that if you ride long enough, you'll be on one of these bikes. And yes, when I was your age I hated Harleys also. But now that I am older, they are the perfect machines for older riders who stay in the game. How many 60+ year old riders do you see riding out on the open roads on a sportbike or sport touring bike? Compare that to how many 60+ year old riders you see on Harleys. The answer is that there is no comparison, the Harleys win this hands down. So enjoy your youth, and sow your wild oats. Heaven knows I did, but we'll see you on a Harley or a Goldwing soon enough!!!

[@tommynikon2283]

THE Reason you don't see more 60+ year olds on sport bikes is......SKILLS!!!!! See, IT TAKES MORE SKILLS - and "Hardly" riders have FEW; they are involved in accidents THE most. They seem to have problems with corners, parking lots, stop signs, group rides, being passed, and passing a test on their current ride. ps: I'm 68, riding 44yr, and ALL sportbikes. I just prefer PERFORMANCE riding, to sitting in a Lazy Boy lounger.

[@beardicus]

@@tommynikon2283 bro, im in my 30s, and i love sport bikes but i will never ride them because of back, shoulder, and wrist issues form years of construction and military service. im literally a 60+yo in body and i can promise you that the majority of older riders are on cruisers/HDs for the exact same reasons, because riding hunched over with the majority of your weight on your wrists is not a comfortable position for the vast majority of people.

[@user-lq5hx7ve4d]

Everybody is different some don't care about running 100 plus mph and also doing wheelies going down the freeway!!!! We enjoy riding in the mountains and enjoying the scenery!!! And BUD THERE'S LOTS OF SPORTBIKE RIDERS HAVING ACCIDENTS !!!! JUST BECAUSE YOU RIDE A SPORTBIKE AND YOU THINK ITS GREAT DOESN'T MEAN EVERYONE ON THE PLANET THINKS SO!!!! I RODE HONDA 750, YAMAHA 750, SUZUKI 750 AND A TON OF. DIRT BIKES!!!! BEEN RIDING MOTORCYCLES SINCE 1973 AND LONG RIDES AND I HAVE NEVER HAD A ACCIDENT!!!! 65 YEARS OLD AND STILL RIDING !!!!

[@RomVlad]

I’ll be 56 soon, I ride a 2015 GSXR600. I herniated a disc working out in the spring, making it hard to ride in that position. I’m considering a Harley Softail in my future.

[@Dangerwiggles]

You know... Harleys are the reason motorcycle culture took off in the US way back in the day. Motorcycling has been dying off in this day and age, and a lot of us aren't about the Harley culture or people. But sport bikes are not as popular anymore, racing isn't as popular. I talked a lot of shit about Harley people but once again they are the future of the culture. Bagger racing is really taking off and it sells where sport bike racing doesn't anymore. I had an awesome time at the kick off for the Bagger Racing League, the people are awesome, and racers are humble and the teams are making huge advancements. People are excited to watch them race, it's accessible to people who want to get into racing. The Livestream was legitimately better than Moto America. Hate it or not.. once again Harleys are the future of motorcycling in the US.

[@kupalisky3553]

Disagree. Once Liberty invests in marketing MotoGP in the US and brings more races and events stateside, sport bikes will become popular again.

[@dcccharles4569]

You wish. Never be as popular as Harleys on or off the racetrack.

[@Dangerwiggles]

​@@kupalisky3553It's not about popularity, it's about who has money and what American culture is like. The kids are more into dirt bikes than anything because they are about 10 times cheaper than road racing machines. That's IF they are into bikes at all, nobody wants over engineered tech-heavy death machines that cost a fortune and are impossible to work on. Harley's are too expensive for what they are, but they are dime a dozen, hand-me-downs that anyone with a 4th grade education can work on.

[@robbieracer3294]

Unless Harley comes down in pricing/makes smaller more affordable models, they are definitely not the future. Royal Enfield has been killing it in the U.S. for the last 4-6 years and there's a very good reason for that, retro looks and pricing. With the way the economy is, most people aren't paying 25-30k for a bike and if people don't vote the right way this year, the economy will be even worse. Just look at cars, people aren't buying new cars like they use to, they are keeping their cars 8-12 years longer than previous years

[@fatboynick4104]

I've been around Harleys most of my life. There were a bunch of men in my neighborhood that worked on them, rode them and they were the ones who taught me how to ride. So I guess you can say it's in my blood. But my attitude was always ride what makes you happy. It doesn't matter what brand and style of bike you ride, as long as one is riding, it's all good.

[@39MercFlathead]

My most intimate experience with a Harley was in 1966 in college when a friend bought a new Sportster. We all tested each other's bikes and my experience with BMWs, Bonnevilles, BSAs, Ducatis, Nortons, Yamahas, Hondas and Suzukis did not prepare me for my first ride on the Sportster. I decided to test the acceleration and rode about a quarter mile down the street that dead ended into my friend's apartment complex. I twisted the throttle open, popped the clutch and headed to George's apt. About 200 yards into my run a 1961 Ford Galaxie started backing out of their driveway. I grabbed the brakes as hard as I could and it was like squeezing a marshmallow. I whipped to my left to avoid an impact and only hit my right shin on the sharp pointy end of the passenger side fin. I thought I would pass out, but managed to stop the bike in my friend's parking lot and stay upright leaned into my left leg. I said, "George, this thing has no brakes." He said, "baloney." About a month later George hit the brakes hard to avoid rear ending a '59 Chevy and ended up over his handlebars plastered on the trunk of the car and the front fork of the bike straightened. He sold the Sportster and bought a BSA. 58 years later, I still have the dent souvenir in my right shin and I still don't trust Harleys.

[@stuartbrown1961]

I've been a motorcyclist for 48 years and have owned all types. Right now I have a 690 SM, a Road Glide ST, and a GL 1800. If it has two wheels and an engine I'll ride it.

[@coolT21323]

Damn, never heard of anybody above 40 riding supermotos, Sounds pretty cool!

[@stuartbrown1961]

Thanks. 63 actually. Everytime I get on that KTM the front wheel always gets airborne. SM most FUN bike for sure.

[@govnor1495]

@@coolT21323 Over 50 and I have a KLX300sm. Yes I wheelie

[@coolT21323]

@@govnor1495 That´s awesome, I am 23 with a 690 SMC-R and I can´t wheelie it yet haha

[@stuartbrown1961]

I changed the gear ratio. Go with 14 front nd 45 rear and that wheel will lift in 3rd gear. Just be sure to learn to use the rear brake.

[@JALNIN66]

It's cool to hear your take on this. I guess I'm an old fart with a young mentality, 56. Got my first bike 3 years ago. My best friend, his two brothers and a couple other friends all ride Harleys. Being able to go on all day rides with them is the main reason I got a bike. A sport bike was not an option for me. My back would die being hunched over all day. I also think Harleys are stupid overpriced. I got a 2004 Honda VTX1300 with 20k, bags, faring with stereo, V&H Exhaust, double Mustang seat, highway bars and floorboards. The bike with all the options I wanted for $3k then sunk another $1k into it. It does all the same stuff theirs do and it will probably outlive me. And I spent 1/3rd to 1/10th what my buddies spent. I don't care what anyone thinks or says about me, and surprisingly everyone's cool with it. It was the perfect and logical choice for me. Plenty of torque to put a smile on my face and I don't get challenged to races over 100mph, which I have no desire to do. I do love the loud roar of a V-Twin and a torquey 2nd and 3rd gear pull. Having a blast with it and that's what counts. Enjoy brother.

[@dead_rider100]

I’ve been riding/racing for 23 years from the time I was 5 years old on a pw50 that parents got me for my birthday. I’ve rode and owned dirt bikes, supermotos, sport bikes, cruisers, baggers, mini bikes and dual sports. I’ve never understood how someone can claim to love motorcycles and simultaneously hate on any specific type of motorcycle. They’re all completely different and have different purposes. I’ve never had a bad time on ANY motorcycle. I’m a sport bike guy and a track rider myself but it literally gives me goosebumps when I ride my Indian Pursuit through a twisty mountain road here in Colorado. I take corners at ridiculous speeds, 2up with luggage and I’ve never thought, wow I wish I had more bike. Sure my R1 is great on track but it’s a steaming pile of s**t on the street. Let alone a long trip through the mountains. Plus the feel and sound of a v twin motor is and feels special. Just like when you’re wide open on a crossplane crank R1. I had a KTM dual sport and it might have been one of the most fun bikes I’ve ever owned. It blows my mind when motorcycle “enthusiasts” pick a brand or type of bike and insist it’s the only way to enjoy/ride a motorcycle. Do you even really like motorcycles? I understand preferences but I don’t like to eat chicken fingers and french fries every night for dinner. It’s nice to have variety and just enjoy things for what they are. People don’t always need to compare everything and be so critical. Rant over😂

[@carybarron4344]

Best comment! I am a "biker" and ALL motorcycles are cool! Some are good for cruising and some for ripping around the twisties and some for off road, but it's petty and foolish to put others down because they ride a different brand! Seriously, grow up!

[@SteveSmith-wk9dx]

Exactly my attitude. I don't care what you ride, I care that you ride.

[@tylerray1728]

Owning an H-D is like owning a personal luxury vehicle like a '77 Lincoln Continental 2-door, or a '79 Cadillac El-Dorado. It's not fast, it's not efficient, it's heavy. It's all about the experience. And it's all I will ever want.

[@logangodofcandy]

Yeah, except you're talking about 50 year old luxury cars, not modern luxury cars

[@gregkeller80]

@@logangodofcandymodern luxury cars have zero character

[@paulhope3401]

There isnt much that is luxurious about Harleys, they are generally more crude than most other brands . You really mean expensive.

[@cooperredmon3430]

That totally makes sense. I daily drive a conversion van for those exact reasons, and I want that experience on two wheels. I just have no desire to get something that is most fun above the speed limit, and I’m ok with using more gas to drive something I like

[@danb6497]

Would it still be true 50 years later? I suppose it's just part of that "old stuff is better" syndrome. People will always complain about the present and look for answers in the past

[@karentunkel4545]

I'm a Harley rider, but I originally WAS attracted to sportbikes. I didn't have anyone in my family who rode and my boyfriend at the time rode a metric cruiser. I thought I'd love a sportbike, but...I'm a 5'2" woman. I'm SO short. After my MSF class on a Honda Rebel, I threw a leg over sportbikes and found all of them just SO tall and topheavy. I finally settled on cruisers. And that's what led me to Harley's in particular. After riding Hondas and looking at other metric cruisers, I finally started riding a Harley softtail slim and it was like that bike was MADE for me. 25 inch seat height stock? Hell yeah! I went briefly back to a Honda and now I'm riding a Harley lowrider ST. It has all the performance I could want and I can ride all day long in comfort. The weight on a cruiser is low which makes it easier for me to handle in slow speed maneuvers and even to back up than a taller bike with a higher center of gravity. Since then, I have other reasons to be a Harley rider. The quality of HD cruisers over all the metric ones I've ridden is unparalleled. On top of that, the dealer network is amazing. My bike is under warranty and I had an issue with error codes all the way out in South Dakota, a thousand miles from my home dealer. I pulled in to the dealer there, they worked me in, fixed everything and I enjoyed a nice coffee and chatted with other riders. I can stop by any dealer and get the inside scoop on local rides and feel at home. There's a big community around Harley's I don't find with any other bikes...it's like having an extended family anywhere I ride. When I hang out with sportbike riders or even diehard metric riders...it's just not the same. I think it depends on your body type as well as the kind of riding you like to do. I'm in no hurry to get where I'm going...I like to enjoy the ride.

[@High_Desert_Tanner]

What you're missing is that all you care about is spec sheets and performance. Which i get. Hell, I used to race superbikes like 20 years ago. Harleys have a fit and finish along with a level of "character" that's simply unmatched. As you get older, and the interest in going 150 mph everywhere starts to fade... You'll begin to understand like the rest of us old bastards that being able to get out and ride several hundred miles in a day and enjoy the ride in comfort is more enjoyable than folding yourself up and constantly trying not to get arrested. You also aren't wanting a backectomy after a long day of riding. I know there are other bikes that can accomplish this task, but none with the dealer network, the fit and finish, the comfort, the aftermarket, etc of Harley. And if you can afford it, why not?

[@collyernicholasjohn]

Backectomy 😂

[@prophetzarquon1922]

So, buy another brand of cruiser that costs less for more functionality? Harley doesn't have a monopoly on comfort.

[@High_Desert_Tanner]

@@prophetzarquon1922 you completely ignored literally everything I said except for the comfort part. Which is ENTIRELY subjective. C'mon man... At least I've actually owned most of the major makes and have formed my opinion over more than 20 years of owning and riding all kinds of bikes...

[@prophetzarquon1922]

@@High_Desert_Tanner The long term manufacturer support is a _big_ deal, you're 100% right about that & you're right that I missed that point in your comment. My apologies. Honda doesn't even order parts for old Goldwings or Valkyries etc anymore!

[@Charles-ij1ow]

@@prophetzarquon1922 It's the sound of the Harley engine and American made

[@kingkrimson8771]

I own a Harley, but don't have a beard, beer gut, or tattoos. I don't own a fringed leather vest, and I always wear a helmet. I can ride at less than 10 mph without duckwalking too. And, I also own a sportbike. Yeah, I'm a fuggin' unicorn.

[@KellyNotestine]

I’m the same🤣. Have a Z900 and a Lowrider S…could care less about culture and love both bikes for different reasons

[@RobertMorgan]

Not so unicornly, I know two other identical men.

[@tommynikon2283]

You totally are. In my 44 years of riding/all sport...you MAY be the ONLY one. Trust me....

[@canyonken]

SAME. triumph street triple and a Road King. I'm in shape, always wear safety gear, no beard, zero tattoos, prefer wine and whiskey and never drink and ride. I don't fit in anywhere. LOL

[@mwl5]

I like the Sportster, but Harley culture is a turn off. The majority of Harley owners where I live are unfriendly to other bikers, have way too loud straight pipes, constantly blip their throttle, and blast terrible music.

[@bhop8465]

You're 100% right. As far as performance goes Harley-Davidsons are an inferior overpriced product. With that said I've owned a few and it's the ONLY motorcycle I will ever own. I currently own a Road King and a 128ci Street Glide that I'm into for well over $50k about $8K of the modifications are performance mods yet I will still be blown away by a R7. My father still rides a Harley at 80 years old, all of my family rides Harleys. It's the culture!🇺🇸

[@mattman3495]

I've owned several motorcycles and not once did I ever think hey I want to own a Harley. And the way many Harley riders treat non Harley owners was the icing on the cake.

[@frederickjeremy]

We arent all like that, but then again im not strictly a harley rider either. I have seen what you are referring to tho amongst some of the people i ride with and discourage it every time. Its generally not hard to make an ass out of someone who is already acting an ass. Sometimes they just need someone to show them to see it. They generally change.

[@Anxiousb]

This comment section kinda proves that sportbike riders treat harley owners equally as bad

[@mattman3495]

@@Anxiousb I've been to weekend biker events where the campground was "Harleys here" all others "over there." Only one group of riders leave me hanging on the wave, they really think they're shit don't stink on their Taiwan made American assembled bikes.

[@icin4d]

@@mattman3495 "Only one group of riders leave me hanging on the wave" I have to agree with that. 80% of the bikes I see on rides are Harleys. Rarely do I get a wave back, so I stopped. The other bikes, almost all wave back.

[@dcccharles4569]

​@@icin4d Get over it.

[@cadusetembre6894]

Dude I’ve been watching your videos for years. Never realized you were Brazilian and also lived in orlando! Thats amazing

[@henriquefranca9145]

Também kkkkkkkkk

[@ktotheswiss1617]

It's about comfort. I started riding dirt bikes, progressed to sport bikes, then decided to pick up an 03 Sportster, I'm just pissed I let the 1%er BS stop me from experiencing comfort on such a level that made riding enjoyable again.

[@prophetzarquon1922]

Why not try another brand of cruiser that costs less for a better ride? Harley has no monopoly on comfort...

[@ktotheswiss1617]

@@prophetzarquon1922 In the 4 years I've owned the Sportster I've had no issues and no noticeable increased costs. Parts are only expensive if one chooses to buy expensive parts,🤷.

[@genebram3241]

Hey Yam, love your channel. I’m a soviet era refugee myself and nobody in my family even thought of riding a motorcycle, I’m the first. Currently own a 21 Harley Fat Boy, and it’s my feel-good bike. The moment you turn over the engine of a Harley you have your own personal symphony playing for you. It’s got presence, character, hell it even smells good. I rode it to Sturgis and back to San Diego. 25k miles so far and never had an issue. Love taking it in the twisties here in SoCal, it turns great btw, and I will keep shredding it till my footboards look like pringles potato chips.

[@dcccharles4569]

You can never go wrong with a Fat Boy. A friend of mine owns a 2009 Fatboy and he states he will never part with it!

[@bronxbrosmotorcycles]

The Softail platform is great. Good handling, not to heavy, great power to weight.

[@bootsieboris830]

My father in law drove a black Electra glide , seeing him coming down the road blaring Metallica was so badass and I told him that , wish he was still here today so he could’ve passed the torch down 😢 R.I.P

[@DeerDrinksBeer]

the wost thing about harley davidson is that they dont have a 1300cc,300hp,turbocharged GSXR-1300 hayabusa in their lineup

[@deangilbert8201]

lmfao

[@BaerClan8]

😂

[@257796]

I do think that was a marketing mistake

[@nathanielluke2084]

wth 😂

[@gagebinkley1992]

Fun fact, TTS makes an affordable bolt supercharger to make your softtail ACTUALLY fun to ride. Still sticking with my busa but...

[@flechette3782]

Adrenaline addicts: sport bikes. Zen meditation: Harley Seriously, I want to relax when riding. I want to zone out. I want to forget whatever is stressing me out.

[@PrincessPeachAmanda80]

I can totally get that. I think you nailed it, we are addicted to the face first adrenaline rush. Feels like you're literally on a rocket.

[@GrievousAngelo]

I feel that. Sometimes I zone out too much and have to pull myself back in to “scan for idiots trying to kill me mode.”

[@1996abbi]

My father was a “biker” in the 50’s and early 60’s. He drove mainly British bikes. I’ve owned dozens and dozens of bikes over the past 40+ years myself. I remember my father’s only advice regarding buying motorcycles; never buy a Harley. He said that every guy he ever rode with that owned a Harley would be left behind at some point during their trip because of mechanical issues, or they were simply too slow. I realize that they are much better machines of late, but really their current reliability is only now in line with Japanese bikes of the 80’s.

[@misaelmora3796]

I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Connecticut, absolutely no one in my family rides motorcycles. I’m the first and bought a Harley just cause I wanted to cruise

[@xxjacksonripnerxx]

2023 Triumph Trident rider myself and grew up on the back of UJMs, mostly CX500s and a CB750 (man that thing was sweet. Sounded better than any Hardly Davidson I've ever heard.) The fit, finish and sound of my 660 triple is my personal preference. I'll ride a Harley but, I'd never spend my money on one. The thing I've noticed about Harley culture in my area (small town in Missouri) is, it's diverse but, mostly filled with blue collar guys over 50 that just want to be comfortable and 30-something dudes that are wanna-be 1%ers. I wave at everybody, regardless of their ride and generally, most of them wave back.

[@ssgbrooks1]

Lorenzo Lamas riding that soft tail in Renegade is what went through my mind whenever ”Harley” was mentioned as a kid.

[@dand3975]

Evel Knievel on the XR-750 Harley, Robbie on the CR-500 Honda, and in Doug Danger on the XR-750 were way more cool than Lorenzo lamas.

[@ssgbrooks1]

@@dand3975 Hey man, to each their own! I wasn’t exposed to those, so I have no opinion. Me and my dad watched martial arts movies and shows. No shade, just different!

[@dand3975]

Travis Pastrana, jumped the fountains at Caesars Palace on that fast looking Indian 750 flat tracker........ You never heard of Evel Knievel or Robbie Knievel....Doug Danger, Gary Davis, Rex Blackwell, Bubba Blackwell? they were not Hollywood stooges like "Fonzie" or Lorenzo lamas.

[@Hertfordshire_Biker]

I struck up a conversation with a US Marine during a visit to Florida from the UK. He mentioned that he was a biker and I replied that I am also. He said he rides a HD and asked about my ride. At the time I had a Kawasaki ZX-6R. He laughed and said come back once you've got a real bike. No thanks mate, based on that attitude I'll go elsewhere. Different strokes for different folks and all that....

[@dcccharles4569]

What resolve you must have to be influenced by a single stranger.

[@Hertfordshire_Biker]

@@dcccharles4569 Thanks for your comment. It was surprising how a single stranger could be so condescending. Luckily I work with plenty of his US colleagues, so know a bad apple when I meet one. Have a nice day!

[@John_Ridley]

@@Hertfordshire_Biker And you just met another condescending stranger right here on the comments!

[@dcccharles4569]

@meepmeep634. .Ditto. I know your types too and it ain't pretty.

[@loddude5706]

@@dcccharles4569 Don't worry, it's normal to fear things we can't understand . . . : )

[@JVass-oq1mp]

I love your videos, and I'm a die-hard Harley guy. LOL. But I have owned many Japanese cruisers over the years and have loved every one. I see your point of view, and mine is reversed. I don't see why anyone would ride a sport bike. Sure, they are super-fast and nimble, but that hardly makes up for the uncomfortable riding position (if sport bikes are so comfortable, why doesn't Lazy Boy make a chair with that riding position?) or the pure ugliness. Now that is only my opinion. For my riding, my Harley Davidson Heritage Softail does everything extremely well. I'm not interested in going 200 km/h (I'm Canadian so it's metric) nor am I interested in dragging a knee. I enjoy long leisurely rides on a motorcycle that is comfortable. Looking at the scenery and listening to the sweet sound of a big v-twin engine. Oh, and throw some classic rock through the old Cardo from time to time as well. It all depends on the type of riding you like to do. My firm belief is that what you ride is not as important as the fact that you ride. Sport bike, Harley, sport touring, adventure, or heaven forbid a Can Am Spider (just kidding) you're riding. I will always wave as we pass, and if I see you at a bike night or in a parking lot, I will always come over to talk to you and admire your ride. Because in the end we all love the same thing, Motorcycles.

[@DIYmotorcycle]

The only thing I don't like about Harley culture is they talk about Freedom this and freedom that American flag stickers all over everything. But then they're going to tell you how to ride around them? Or you're not expected to pass them if they're doing the speed limit in the fast lane.

[@billsheppard2433]

Right. You want to pass them so you can do illegal stuff. Both sides ( frankly all sides as there are way more than two) have their issues. Sumo guys do wheelies, sportbike guys speed, Harley guys don’t wear gear, etc. The thing is that all of these are stereotypes. Let people ride what they want to. If you don’t like it then you can ride whatever you think is better.

[@johnpotts9929]

I’m a Harley rider, and I don’t get Harley culture. The only thing I own that says Harley-Davidson is my forty-eight.

[@filipefumaux]

Same thing here. Got a Road King but I needed more feelings. Then I got a MT10

[@ironken1796]

​@@filipefumaux that sounds like the perfect mix!

[@699669king]

You don't get how they ride for charities? Or will pull over to make sure you are okay? Or you don't get why they are like family even if they are strangers? What is it you don't get? You don't like how they will pull over and offer you a dry shirt when yours is soaking wet after a storm? You don't like how when you break down in a state you are not from, they will have you stay the night until a family member can work on your bike the following morning while their cousin's tow company tows you to the family members' shop? You don't like how if your house burns down they will unite to give you clothes, food, lodging, and cash until you get on your feet? I don't get why you are such a prick to be honest ;-)

[@markboucher5776]

@@699669king get off the cross we need the wood.

[@RedBud315]

@@699669king WOW! All the guy says is he doesn't get the culture and you call him a prick? I actually used to own a Harley Brand bike but, because it was a Buell Sport bike even the H-D dealers treated me like 2nd class citizen and now I don't own it either because H-D just let the brand die out until someone else could support it. I recently went to a diner and there was barely any parking. A group of about 5 H-D's with older gentlemen riding them had just parked and were still getting off of their bike and removing gear. I came up on my little Honda XR150 and one of the riders had his back towards me while all the others were looking directly at me. I was trying to fit in to the one spot in between their bikes and the guy turned around and when I asked if I could park there he said I wanted to get stuck there I could. I turned around and left because they were pricks but, not all H-D riders are like that. So while yes many bike clubs do charity events, that doesn't make them Saints.

[@arnoldjohnson3317]

Value for the money was the reason I bought a 1 yr old Honda vtx1800 in 2010 for $5,000 with 1,200 miles. 63,000 miles and 14 yrs later, it still looks, runs and rides the same.

[@creekochee3592]

The whole point of the “outlaw biker lifestyle” only to adhere to some weird, antiquated rules and authority is pretty hilarious to me. It’s a walking oxymoron. Like passing for instance. If I’m in my lane, and they are in theirs, I’m not asking for permission to pass. As long as I do it safely, quit crying. Anyone who has a problem with that just has an ego issue and thinks they own the road.

[@SubvertTheState]

Yeah typically Harley riders love the police and think you need to get a job where you punch in and punch out lol

[@699669king]

@@SubvertTheState Of course they do Pookie. You want a job where you punch in and out also.........Pookie you will need social security one day. Stop working " Under the table", if you catch my drift.

[@TripleD303]

Just recently watched a video along the lines of "Things not to do at a biker bar". It was full of "adults" meaning they should beat someone up for wearing the wrong shirt, cut or badge. Hilariously immature dudes.

[@SubvertTheState]

@@699669king I'd appreciate if you didn't call me "pookie", but I won't collect social security. I'll only be expected to pay for old people's retirement for my entire life. I've also paid into old people Pension funds which I will never receive. And there are other ways to generate income, Namely conducting services and production under your own name as opposed to for someone else's company. Boomers are incentivized to enforce this system because they benefit from it. So many of you have retired at 54 and a lot of you will live into their 90s. Y'all work less than half of your lives and then try convincing young people that they should just work even harder for $12 an hour so they can split a median cost house ($427,000) with 30 other young people or rent a one room closet for $1200 a month. All to support Karen and David who need to renovate their summer home and upgrade their boat. I'm 35, I volunteered to go to Iraq in 2009, worked in the food industry for 13 years and have put in many months working 84 hours per week. The only real leisure I've been able to buy is a tiny 125cc motorcycle, and that's because I would be able to save on gas commuting on it. So no, I'm not lazy, pampered or cry because I have to work. I just understand economics and don't expect to borrow Trillions of dollars and kick the can down the road...Only to shame younger people into being productive in return for even less than what I was compensated.

[@tuckercase2449]

@@699669king Watch out guys, this guy is getting really mad!

[@sebastiannix5033]

Ducati rider here. Rode a Sportster 1200 once and I was amazed! That raw and dirty sound, the brutal torque and the leaned back position was fascinating different. Then came the first corner... That was kinda fascinating too 🤪

[@kevinhale8329]

HILARIOUS!!’🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@billh.1940]

So, how did the tree taste? Lol.

[@kevinhale8329]

@@billh.1940 😅

[@TheAwGooner]

I think what drew me to Harley is the custom culture. Bone stock, they’re nothing much to brag about, but the aftermarket support is unmatched by any other brand. As an artist, their bikes are a blank canvas. Every rider can build their bike into something completely unique and exactly the way they want. They’re are so many different subcultures within the brand. The “hell yeah brothers” get most of the attention, but the type of people who ride Harleys are incredibly diverse. Harley has something to offer for everyone who is willing to turn a wrench and build their dream.

[@coltonreeves6893]

“Every rider can build their bike into something completely unique” and yet every single one gets turned into an identical bagger with a loud as fuck sound system, or in the case of sportsters gets turned into an identical hipster blacked out bobber with drag bars and whitewall tires. Yeah there might be the occasional truly impressive custom Harley, but 99% of them are the same bland, uninspired bolt-on special shit you see like the thousands of abandoned cafe racer builds on Craigslist with exhaust wrap and tracker seats. And it’s laughable to say that Harley’s aftermarket support is unmatched, any of the Japanese bikes have as impressive of an aftermarket as Harley. More so, actually, because unlike Harley they’re actually popular across the entire globe, and if you’re willing to pay out the ass for shipping you can get a lot of really impressive stuff from overseas for them

[@satchelh]

I have ridden Harleys since I was a teenager and I always will. I own other makes as well and I don't understand the Harley culture at all either. I don't dress like a pirate when I ride, I don't care to ride from bar to bar or stand around and talk about riding. I'm a rider, not a biker. I own motorcycles to ride them, not to look cool. I make modifications to improve performance, not to add a bunch of bling. One nice benefit of the goofy culture is there are always tons of low mile used Harleys available.

[@MrJC89]

Triumph rider here and while the Harley brand and marketing is impressive, it and their offerings are not for me. I think Indian has more intriguing options, if I were to chose a domestic cruiser.

[@s0meguy809]

My problem with indian is it's owned by polaris. I'm very familiar with polaris side by sides and atv's. They break. literally all the time. Hopefully indian's are built better.

[@FixTheLaws]

The value for the money part was the only part you had right. You then go on to say about a Yamaha being more fun to ride and shit like that. That's subjective to you it might be more fun to ride the Yamaha. For me, I prefer the harley. I don't need to go any faster. It's not hard to turn. Yes, less ground clearance means you can't lean as much that doesn't make it more difficult just impossible to get as low. I'm not trying to get that low. You're saying it's worse in so many aspects but that's all just opinion. If you don't need to ride like a pro racer then it's all about preference for each person. Not one is bad or one is good.

[@KarlBuckley-bw3vc]

I know the following about Harleys: they vibrate like a paint mixer, they're so heavy that smaller bikes are found orbiting them and cops seem to ignore the fact that they're the loudest things on the road.

[@elevationmoto6208]

Good for the cops, because the only thing that sounds better than a Harley is a large number of Harleys.

[@TzeiEm]

The new Harleys don't vibrate anymore though, they're pretty smooth actually.

[@johnpotts9929]

I like the vibration, makes the ride kind of visceral. The weight is an issue, my sportster is 550lbs, an equivalent Japanese bike is 100lbs less, which would be nice.

[@JohnShaw26.2]

😂

[@white_devil73]

Do your research before trying to sound cool. You failed.

[@garywebb7481]

MY brother in law traded in his three year old Honda Magna V65 and I said why? He just wanted a Harley. Then after a year all he ever said was,” I wish I had my Magna back.” I rode both his 1200 sportster and his Heritage Soft Tail with thousands of dollars of farcals and both were very slow . I don’t get it. Heavy , slow and drags something when trying to lean more than ten degrees. Also I am not a biker. I’m a motorcycle enthusiast. My friend bought a new Harley Sportster when I bought my first Honda. A 68 Honda CL 350 scrambler . I could beat him in the quarter . 350 vs 883. His Sportster was always falling apart while riding. Something vibrating off. Once a spark plug vibrated loose and blew out while we were riding together. It took us an hour to find it. This is why I never considered a Harley for me.

[@garylaajala9461]

"I'm a motorcyclist, not a " biker" YES! Me too! "Bikers" to me, seem to be going for an IMAGE. Motorcyclists ride because they like riding more than being SEEN riding.

[@7even255]

For me personally, it doesn't really matter what anyone likes or why. I have an MT07, because I think it looks like a fucking beast, and it was affordable, but I'd also gladly ride a S1000R, a Husqy 701, a Vulcan S....hell, you could hand me any ol' 125 and I'd still have the time of my life. For me, riding is just that. Riding.

[@Big_Dumb_Animal]

I've owned 5 Harleys. Currently have an Indian Scout, and a new 2024 Triumph Street Triple RS. What a shock it was to discover I could get a Euro bike with all the latest tech, more power, better looks, all for less than most of the Harleys I've owned. Every Harley I've own, and the Indian, required you bow to the "Harley Tax". New pipes, better air intake, ECU flash (or in the old days, new carb or rejet at minimum) etc. Everything I've done to my Triumph, I wanted to, never felt like I had to to get more more power or fix something that the factory screwed up (Indian, seat and suspension). Honestly, I'm done with American motorcycles. I'm tired of spending more time and money getting them to a base level to be stuck with a sub-par motorcycle that cost twice as much as most Triumphs, or even Ducatis. $18k for a motorcycle sounds normal when you come from Harley-land. Ex-Harley guys like me don't bat an eye at Euro bike prices, and we're thankful for a better motorcycle than what Harley or even Indian are putting out. BTW, my Indian is for sale... need to make room for a Panigale V2. :)

[@gennynojuice]

can I ask what you do for a living?? 😭🙏

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@gennynojuice He's not a majority American, financially.

[@loloverland]

So true. Always had CVOs, my last one was a Street Glide. Upgraded everything , Öhlins front and rear, Truetrack etc... and the thing was still a piece of wobbling crap, with wraped rotors in less than an eye blink. After more of 60K miles of Harley the best decision I have taken was to sell it. And for a fraction of the resale value of the Harley you can buy whatever you want, any will anyway be a better and safer bike than the Harley. Now riding a Triumph Tiger 1200, not as cool as the SG when parked, but day and night when it's about riding experience

[@67daltonknox]

I once went to Daytona Speed Week during an 1,800 mile ride (on a borrowed Harley Heritage Softail). There were thousands of Harley's parked on the streets, but as I talked to their owners, I found that most of them had been trailered to Daytona. I came to the conclusion that most Harley owners don't much like riding, they just like to feel part of the club. These days my ride is a 1290SAS (also a V twin, but a million miles away from H-D). It has everything the Harley lacked: speed, acceleration, handling, brakes and a much better riding position. The Harley guys I rode with had to stop every hour because their tail bones were killing them.

[@vincentwebster8313]

Most people trailer because they want more than 1 change of clothes for them and the passenger. Lots don't have the time to make it a 2 week event between travel and the event. Daytona is in early march a lot of people still have snow on the ground. I'm not riding my 30k bike through road salt. its gonna be nice and safe in my trailer.

[@1sinister80]

Real riders ride. Harley has become the Laywer slash doctor or dentist bike more into the scene of dress up than riding. They would be the same person who dresses up to go to a Ren fest.

[@zualtea__renthlei]

Sportsbike rider here. Just wanted to drop some appreciation for B.A.C.A

[@cem1133]

Thank you

[@jauken83]

I'm hoping to become a member of my local B.A.C.A. chapter this year!

[@cem1133]

@@jauken83 Work the mission and do the classes. You'll get there. Just remember it's all about the hero's.

[@grow_n_squish9198]

there’s a younger culture that was raised on skateboards and bmx and dirt bikes , other extreme sports that are now in the Harley scene stunting or building the bikes to go fast Performance baggers , dynas , low rider st , club style builds are the future, what your describing is the past and now with Harley racing that will trickle down into production models just like it did with the sport bikes and dirt bikes. Harleys will always be expensive, just the Harley tax , maybe if they move more manufacturing and assembly overseas and pay that cheap labour they can be more competitive with pricing ? But for now they are keeping food on fellow North Americans tables by providing jobs

[@kellyarnett4062]

We just don't want to ride lying on our nuts. And don't want a back ache riding long distances. We want comfort.

[@devo3243]

I mean, owning both i find most cruisers less comfortable. Not being able to put weight on your legs means it all goes into your lower back. Im not a big dude either though so i guess im the size sportbikes are made for 😂

[@robbieracer3294]

But you still don't have to have a Harley for comfort...all of the Japanese brands and others have very comfortable cruisers...for a hell of lot less too

[@josiahlopez5724]

​I've been riding a sportbike for years, and last year I had to borrow my dad's cruiser for the season. I found that my tailbone and butt hurt quicker on the cruiser. It's like you said, shift weight to the legs on a sport bike relieves the tailbone and ass. As far as the back, it's about the same on both for me, as I'm a bigger than average guy.​@@devo3243

[@hesuchristo6577]

Indian and triumph are a thing.

[@RobertMorgan]

I lean forward even in a car, so getting on a sportbike was the first time ever I sort of felt good driving something. If I had to kick back and recline I'd be uncomfortable. On my Ninja, I can't get all that low because my helmet holds me up. And as long as I'm under 100mph there's no real benefit to tucking anyway, so I don't.

[@Kongzi93]

In my perception 90% of the HD riders are posers. 10% are real lovers( and they will never buy theirs new. They are no idiots)

[@GRAV3L420]

Correct Sir, I've never owned a new one lol

[@FatFnFun]

I'm the .01% of the 10% that's an idiot and bought a new one. It's been a financial mistake for 2 years now and I'm too far upside-down to sell it and buy a cheaper more reliable bike 😢

[@Kongzi93]

@@GRAV3L420 We all do.I'm still making mine.😭

[@walterramirez3287]

Yep. I bought my 2016 Indian chieftain DH in February 2018 that was sold originally in Nov 2016 and had all the options added. The guy paid close to $26k. Only had 1.6k miles when I bought for $15k 😊

[@BruceLee-xn3nn]

Everything new today is overpriced. 100,000 for a new truck. Fk no

[@bald_agent_smith]

Brother you are totally missing the point of Harley philosophy. They're not intended to be fastest, most "capable" bikes, It's about burning gasoline with loud sound and comfort on a highway.

[@77714anthony]

Well said

[@joshuahanna9812]

In the past 6 years I have owned a DRZ400SM, FZ09, Dyna Low Rider S, WR450F, and now a Sporster 48. The only thing I can say is that when I am on something other than a Harley I like the way the bike feels. However, when I am on a Harley I love the way I feel. At the end of the day, I think that’s how every rider determines what they are meant to ride.

[@dcccharles4569]

Words of biker wisdom.

[@tedecker3792]

76yo life long motorcyclist here, proud of the fact I’ve never ridden a Harley. Even worked as a Honda mechanic for a few years.

[@johnklumpp7901]

In comparison, I'm a 74yo long time motorcyclist who has only owned one Harley as my series third ride at age 19; a AMF-era made-in-Italy '68 Aermacchi M65S (badged as a HD) which was [initially] a magneto-sparked pre-mix fuelled two-stroke with a 3-speed transmission that could wind out to a dramatic 50 mph; if the rider stayed low with chin on top of the headlight-mounted speedo - and which was a contraption that soured me from ever owning any other H-D is the years which followed. Indeed, I was not to own a machine with more than one cylinder (engine-wise) until I briefly owned a S/H short-wheelbase BMW R50/5 (32HP and weighing 205kg, with optional electric-start) at the age of 21. My next machine is likely to be a CFMoto CL-C 450 (40HP and wet-weight of 181kg) as I prefer machinery no more than three-times my own weight (with a little leeway).

[@vitormoraes3106]

my man is a legend

[@brianstephens1488]

Unfortunately, a lot of people live long lives and don't get to experience one of God's most common gifts to our world. Who knows if you're good man and make it to heaven, maybe God will take you for a ride on his.

[@tedecker3792]

@@brianstephens1488 I knew he was a Harley guy by the beard! Thanks for the reply. Ride on!

[@tonytoes0]

@@brianstephens1488 God rides a Silver Cloud

[@olderlivin]

Started out on dirt bikes and once I got my MC license went to the Yamaha Virago and a couple of other cruisers along the years. I eventually left the cruises for a Honda VFR then the R6 to the R1. After riding sport bikes for over 15 years I decided on a Harley. I went with the SGS because over the years riding has changed with the growth of population and speed on our highways. Not to mention I am 55 now so much older. 90 has become the new 55 and 95 has become the cruising speed for a lot of highways. That wasn't the case in the 80's and 90's so when you are doing 95 plus with a lot of wind from trucks and cross wind the heavier Harley does much better than the lighter bikes. That and way more comfortable for longer rides. The bags are just convenient if for no other reason. I went with Harley because of the American Culture, the old school stereotype and I just wanted one. A Goldwing just comes off the same way a tesla or BMW does for me and I am just not into the sport bikes as I once was.

[@CRM08]

I see a HD & I think BROTHERRRRRR! 🏍️

[@Dsanrides]

Bruuutthrrr

[@JohnnyUtah13]

brooooother brotherrrrrrrrr

[@257796]

Bruvah for our English chaps

[@briangaskill8348]

Harley's are the PT Cruiser of motorcycles.

[@ChucksterJax]

Ouch!!

[@rkidlat]

😅

[@DrPapasle]

Hahahaha

[@brucemcnutt1695]

Perfect analogy

[@mcnuggetapple]

That makes absolutely zero sense lol

[@wasbeerjager]

What a great video. I like the balanced view on Harley Davidson. I am from the Netherlands, 26 years old and had a bunch of motorcycles. Which the last 3 where Harleys. I respect the sportbikes for its exeptional engineering, and the riders who can tame 200hp and use it to its full potential. But I also love my current 1979 Shovelhead with its firebreathing 65hp. But one thing I can not deny is that the fact that I ride and work with Harleys, is one of the ways that I met some people which I can call my real friends. It is so weird to see what "just a motorcycle brand" brought me besides motorcycles. I bought my first Harley, just to try, and now I love everything about those motorcycles. At the end it is all personal preference, and we share the road with everything that the world in motorcycles has to offer. We are all motorcyclists.

[@FinkleIsEinhorn.]

So I’m a guy who rides a Harley. A 2021 Streetbob 114 to be exact. I also own a Yamaha MT-09. No the Harley culture wasn’t passed down to me. Matter of fact no one in my family even rides (sadly). After my first road bike (Honda Shadow vtx 600) I found myself looking for the ease and comfort of a cruiser. I couldn’t help but to notice the ridiculous high price tag on Harley’s. Until the 2021 Streetbob came out. You get the big 114 (almost 2,000cc engine) but on the smaller frame of a softail. Looked beautiful, easily modified, and sounded great, all at 15k. Now 15k is a lot and I probably could’ve gotten something slightly better but I do enjoy the Harley look. The issue is with the “cliche Harley bro” culture. Not all Harley riders are that way, but because Harley does have a large culture everyone who doesn’t ride Harley’s feels that way. I enjoy all bikes, and I don’t wear leathers and giant eagle with flames patches either. My Harley is an amazing bike, but that doesn’t mean I fall within the cliche, although many would think that if they don’t own one. It’s okay to hate the culture and still appreciate the bike for what it is. Most of them are way overpriced but not all. I’ve definitely gotten the money spent out of mine for sure

[@ruthlesshatchet6353]

More power to you, it sounds like you enjoy your bike and that's good enough in my eyes.

[@icomefromcanadia2783]

I grew up with Grandparents who basically lived on their Harley. They'd be gone for weeks riding all around Canada and The US. I honestly don't think I ever saw my Grandpa drive a car; year round they'd either go around together on the bike, or my grandma would drive and my Grandpa would join later on the bike. It was awesome in summer hearing the rumble coming down the street and knowing "Grandma and Grandpa are here!". It was cool sitting on the back as grandpa took us around the block. It was cool seeing their Harley group meet ups, (we'd occasionally meet them at a diner or something). My Grandma even went for a ride on my uncle's bike for her 90th birthday. Even at my Grandpa's funeral seeing a dozen Harleys roll through the cemetery for him was amazing, ..and yet despite all that, my brother and I have only ever had Japanese bikes, (and not cruisers). We both love the sound of Harleys and have good memories of seeing and hearing about the camaraderie of their riding groups and stuff, but beyond that they're just overweight, overpriced, inefficient, and outdated. At the end of the day it's like seeing an old guy driving a Model A; they're definitely cool, but not fit for modern daily use compared to the alternative options. He inspired us to ride, but not Harleys. It was awesome to see Grandpa riding his, but it's not something for us.

[@4800BMO]

Man I’ve been feeling the same way about these bikes after doing a bit of research. I appreciate you for having the courage to say it out loud.

[@JMlovesDDM]

Child , you haven't lived until you've navigated an over-built , overcammed , suicide shift , twenty inch over springer mounting a spool hub , knucklehead with the flames out of the velocity stack lighting your way down the road. Harley snobs , just like BMW snobs or anyone else telling you what a real bike is , aren't worth my time . I don't now own a HD , but if you buy one to loaf down the highway at 80 all day , not because you think it makes you badass , you're on the right track . I wouldn,t hop on a Panigale for a coast to coast vacation , either . Harley snobs who won't wave to or associate with us lowly non HD folk get only half of the two finger wave . This is from somebody who always has and still does like Harleys .

[@thisfishsmellsgood4084]

Awesome comment from a HD rider 👊

[@miriamdiggler1288]

Sounds like you need to taste the sumo life Bruh!

[@jakebrake1968]

Amen! i'll be the graybeard old goat on the street glide shooting the peace sign, as my silent prayer that You make it home safe regardless of what you're riding.... got tired of carrying caskets. tired of first aid on the roadside waiting for an ambulance.... (try doing it before cell phones... finding a phone booth to call an ambulance for some random rider of what ever brand that thinks they're a better rider than they are high sides it)

[@jerryy8383]

As you said “…anyone else telling you what a real bike is, aren’t worth my time…”. Sounds that you are describing yourself.

[@bobh2201]

So what I hear you saying in this video is that you don't understand American history; that you do not understand the role that Harley played in WWII. you do not understand why so many of our vets said "F... the establishment" after WWII and Korea (when they were not allowed to WIN). MAYBE if you went back and actually studied history or had been raised in a multi generational United States American family, you might understand the love for Harleys that many Americans feel. Personally, as an Army veteran and an American whose ancestors have fought in every American war including the French and Indian, Revolutionary, and every war since (excuding minor conflicts like Grenada), I love what Harley used to be and what they stood for as an American company. I am not as enthralled with them now with all of their Chinese parts and attitude of (it is not the best unless it has the largest displacement, weighs the most, and has the highest price tag). You are correct that Harley should have learned to make their bikes more dependable. In my opinion, their last truly dependable bike was the EVO 1200 Sportster and I still own one. My favorite bike was my 2005 Heritage Softtail but I got sick of it blowing up due to Harley's dumb ass timing chain tensioner and other flaws. If Harley had done what Victory did and built a truly dependable American made cruiser but kept the Harley traditional style and sound, at a reasonable price, I think all cruiser riders would buy them. That is why I choose to tour on the most dependable American made bike ever, the Victory. Conversely, I do not understand those that choose to ride crotch rockets, especially the idiots that blast down the roads at 100+ MPH with a young girl on the back. These riders should be put out of their misery for their potential contamination of the human gene pool. Yes, some of your naive comments really pissed me off and you have lost a fan.

[@WildlyTame]

My connection to Harley is more nostalgia than anything, all those post WWII veterans riding the same Harley’s that served them during the war and coming home looking for escape from the then unknown mental illness they likely had from wartime, they were looking for familiarity and escape which those Harley’s offered them. As a retired military guy myself with similar mental illness, the Harley connects me to those WWII veterans and the Korea and Vietnam vets who came back to a country that didn’t understand they were different but out on the road they could find likeminded individuals riding a Harley. Nowadays the people are much more diverse which is a good thing but I can still find more veterans on Harley’s than any other bike.

[@Peter-jo6yu]

That's very interesting. The tradition aspect.. I guess we all love old national traditions...

[@HenR0CK]

Indian motorcycle was a thing during WW2 but granted they died from poor management after WW2… If Harley Davidson keeps doing business the way they do then Indian might take over as Americas motorcycle but HD is pretty well established for now… I ride a Yamaha VMAX which screams Merica more than any Harley to me. Vmax may be made from overseas but it has a American attitude to me 👹

[@WildlyTame]

@@HenR0CK I also don’t like the way Harley is going but it is what it is. I have nothing against Japanese or Euro bikes, I have 6 motorcycles and have a mix of Japanese and Euro and my Harley. Probably the most American Japanese bike is the gold wing since it was designed for Americans and actually assembled in Ohio for quite a few years.

[@suggashayne7505]

Been watching for a while and am sure you’ve heard this before, but I was raised on dirt bikes, grew into a couple GSXR’s, a 1200R, and eventually bought my 2003 softail standard. It’s not always about the speed or corners for me. The seat position is so perfect for my 6’3” self. The peg position is perfect, and yes, I love the torque, but I ride on streets in neighborhoods and cities with hills or on the freeway with traffic I can’t fly through…When I see your videos like, “I’ve tried em and don’t get it…” I get that. Bikes are like people in that there’s some you’ll never wanna hang with, a few you’ll fuck around and find out with, and one that will always be there for you no matter how many times you say you’re not going back. That’s what my Softail is to me…my main squeeze

[@OrangeManStan]

When we park up on Harleys in the UK outside a picturesque cafe it draws many admiring glances. Girls old and young line up for a photo next to the bikes, and children and adults stare in awe. When we rode sports bikes, people glared at you in dislike, and girls general didn't even notice them. Harleys have an amazing feel good factor that not many other bikes can match.

[@warrenseiboth3466]

The culture is look at me ,look at me "not about if it's a good bike or not as long as it's loud, I ride a naked bike that goes and handles and it's fun

[@Coldwarrior7781]

No accounting for taste

[@AZCJA]

I don’t ever plan on flying over my handlebars at 100 mph so my slow 115hp HOG suits me just fine.

[@257796]

I did that. Would not recommend. Police report says 100, I said different

[@tommynikon2283]

115?- yeah, in a STRAIGHT line. That's why they're called "HARDLY riders.....

[@AZCJA]

@@tommynikon2283 LOL. Good one.

[@MrMisanthrope1RBjr]

im 66 years old, i ride a kawsaki ninja 1000, a few minor performance modifications. . Im told im supposed to be riding a harley all the time. It actually confuses people when they see a 66 year old and his kawsaki 1000. The two don't go together in there mind and it takes a few for them to digest the idea in there head.. No way am I buying a 900lb motorcycle with 80 horsepower.

[@smashy_smasherton]

I find a lot of people choose Harleys because they just don’t consider other bikes as being viable. I’ve known quite a few Harley riders who found new riding life on different brands and styles.

[@downhillupside]

They're the retiree's Buick or Lincoln of the motorcycle world. A big, slow, comfy couch to sit your wide ass on and take a leisurely drive.

[@kenbrown2808]

as a cruiser guy, this is the truth. I want a bike that rides like a recliner.

[@JMlovesDDM]

Perfect ! My cranky old wide ass enjoys actual comfort going down the road , much nicer than unnaturally hunched over a giant heat sink that falls on it's face if you let the revs get under 6,000 .

[@downhillupside]

@JMlovesDDM there's also the best of both worlds: a neutral seating position. Straight back, relaxed arms, relatively relaxed bend in the legs. Lots of naked bikes, sport tourers, and adv bikes have a pretty comfy setup for long miles. That said, I'm not trying to yuck anybody's yum, here. I'm just trying to point out that there are lots of legit ways to motorcycle. I'd love to convince my father that Harleys aren't the only real motorcycle, in the same way that Buicks aren't the only real cars.

[@kenbrown2808]

@@downhillupside I'm always amused to see an adventure bike rider standing on the pegs to give their backside a beak. of course, a full cruiser doesn't give that option, so there's that.

[@downhillupside]

@@kenbrown2808 Really depends on the bike. Some have hard offroad focused seats, and some have big cushy molded things, closer to a Harley

[@NorthSideNorm]

I am a Harley guy, however I have ridden most brands so I do know where Harley lacks. I love my road king but have love for others as well. I really appreciate this video and you have done us Harley guys proud. Great job as always Yam. Harley guys listen to Yam and watch the whole video

[@G45H3R]

I live in the Vancouver area of Canada. The instructor for my motorcycle course was an ex RCMP formation rider and devout harley devotee. When he overheard a couple of us deriding his beloved HD, he actually tried to tell us that there are Harley races in which the bikes are "Just as fast as MotoGP" I literally had to walk away to prevent myself laughing in his face. Great guy; seriously delusional.

[@chrissmith7669]

I‘m hoping the „king of the bagger“ series leaks some modern tech into the factory touring market. After the highly modified series they need a „bone stick“ series.

[@williamva1544]

He might be wrong but RCMP riders can ride like crazy

[@G45H3R]

You're right about that. He was one of the most impressive riders I've ever seen. Flicking his 800+ lb monster around like it was a 125 cc dirtbike.

[@mytmousemalibu]

As fast as MotoGP 😆 Thats like saying one-ton Tanya is the same as an Olympic figure skater!

[@prophetzarquon1922]

It would definitely depend on the course; consider the Dakar rally, which started to get dominated by huge industrial style trucks (until they were banned for being too dangerous). The Goldwing was originally going to be a superbike until it found its niche as a tourer; not so fun in the turns, but lots of power...

[@rd4k04]

One of my mom's ex-boyfriends had a Harley. He was an idiot.

[@rd4k04]

Meanwhile, my Dad had a DR650 and Honda VTX1300

[@rns6889]

​@@rd4k04you meet the nicest people on a honda

[@Godric_71]

😂😂😂😂

[@adamlanglois563]

You're just bitter I left for smokes and never came back 😎

[@logangodofcandy]

I'm a complete badass, and I have a triumph. Coincidence?

[@pauly680]

Also a first gen American who grew up around Harley’s and I love them. You buy them for the look / feel of them when you ride. Buying a Harley and being disappointed because they’re not fast is like being disappointed that your panigale is not great at touring. Anyway - I love all bikes - just my 2 cents

[@ThankyouJesus4444]

I booked in a test ride for my hubby and myself. Went to the Harley dealer at the allotted time, an hour and a half from our home. Waited, waited, waited for anyone to serve us. No care, no service, no attention from the staff, who were there in the room, talking casually to other people, with no care for our arranged appointment. Left with the money in our pocket.

[@TheGr3atMilenko]

Weird. Every one I've been to is like a used car lot where the sales guys jump on you before you even get through the door.

[@Paul-pw4ms]

So? Find a different dealership. There will always be shit businesses. Find one that treats you right and deserves the sale and your cash/money. No reason to look bad/down on Harleys bc of one bad experience. Or complain about one bad experience

[@Troubleshooter-2.0]

Stopped in just to learn the differences in the models and see what I might like. Would have signed for a used $8K bike that day. That's not what they showed me and the guy called my cell about once a week for 6 months. I think the HD brand is struggling. The company has made a lot of mis-steps to still be in business.

[@eeroala5132]

It’s best to think of Harley Davidson, as pieces of artwork in the form of a motorcycle instead of actually thinking about them as a motorcycle. Because as motorcycles, they don’t stack up, but as artwork, they’re OK.

[@jackmurphy9371]

My bike is rolling American art, and it is unique, and my expression of my machine. It is comfortable and it has speaker’s in the saddle bags, so I can hear old Foghat and Steve Miller while I Cruz around the back roads. Yes I acknowledge all riders on the road, because we are the few people who have the balls to lay it on the line every time we hit the road. No one promises you will survive the trip, and it could be your last.

[@roberttripp2544]

I call them "pretend" motorcycles. Ugly and the worst sounding

[@BruceLee-xn3nn]

Style,class and comfort

[@jackmurphy9371]

@@roberttripp2544 I bet you ride a scooter huh?

[@roberttripp2544]

@@jackmurphy9371 Triumph triple liter bike. Been riding 50 years

[@Owjdnskoakansbskk]

I love videos like this because it makes me feel full of pride and pompousness to know that I don't care and I would happily have a garage full of all kinds of motorcycles. I love cruisers, sport bikes, adventure bikes, cafe racers, mopeds, Vespas, Super Cubs, everything.

[@gentle4817]

Same bro, I’m American born Mexican American and always strangely felt not American enough to get a Harley

[@charleslevan8211]

You’ve never been Southern California then

[@dcccharles4569]

Hermano, you need to ride a Harley. Go for it. 👍

[@Troubleshooter-2.0]

I've 14 known relatives that fought in the American Revolution and agree that there is something off-putting about the brand. It does seem a little too "derp, derp, American." I find that people who drape themselves in the American flag usually are not as supportive of the rights granted by the Constitution as I am. There can be some weird nationalistic pride wrapped up in patriotism that simply isn't really American. The history of our country as a nation of immigrants (except for Native Americans) and the American Enlightenment encoded in our constitution by our forefathers suggests equal opportunity for everyone. Everyone should feel that American brands are approachable, really. It seems like a lot of "Harley culture" is just a stigma. I opened up more to the brand after watching content from Shadetree Surgeon. He really likes to take an 8 pound sledge to Harley stereotypes.

[@Jesse_E5150]

Just get one, and don't worry what anyone else thinks of you, pocho.

[@nervoustics77]

I'm a part of a "motorcycle organization". 99% of the bikes are Harleys. I ride a Honda. I mentioned one day that I was looking at a new bike. They said "oh yeah, Street Glide? Road Glide? I said... "No... Vulcan." Oh the eye rolling. Ha!

[@michaelpearl-r8w]

I rode Harleys for 20 years but finally got fed up with having to deal with all the weekend warriors and fake macho posturing, as the years went on it seemed to get worse and worse, I still want slow and shiny but now I ride a Royal Enfield. Now I get laughed at but who cares!.

[@Logan-wq1vw]

The difference is: If I ever wreck my antique shovelhead? People are going to stop and ask me if I am okay. They wave at me as I pass, and they assist me. I stop for a breather, and people ask if I need assistance. If you wreck your sport bike? They're going to celebrate.

[@kristoffer9494]

Classic harley rider, lives in a fantasy world where they think everybody loves them. I wish i was that delusional

[@scotsasnett]

The only thing more annoying than harley riders is harley haters

[@KamionKing]

BROTHEEEER

[@lastmanstanding1767]

Mu man

[@magik97]

True, honestly I find the haters so annoying, and I don't evert plan to get a cruiser.

[@mcnuggetapple]

So many people spend so much time hating on Harley while Harley people are just vibing

[@tommynikon2283]

44 years of HATING on them; at 68....nothing has changed! They've fucking EARNED it!

[@tibro5364]

Harleys are fun to ride at or just above the speed limit, you get a sensation of speed. You have to do 3x the speed limit on a sports bike to get the same feeling

[@martymiller4300]

I went through high school and college with one goal… get a job, get a Harley. Never did. Now when I see a motorcycle coming, I try to figure out what make and model…..unless it’s a Harley. Harleys are Harleys. Another thing I notice is that when a pack of Harleys goes through town none of the riders are smiling. They give up the superior protection of a full face helmet so you can see the tough guy frown. When I get off my Yamaha that cost and weighs half as much and makes more power and never breaks and doesn’t leak oil on the garage floor I usually have a smile after the helmet comes off.

[@ironken1796]

Aaah....the 'ol bad face. I see it too. They sure don't look like they're having fun. It's hard to act that hard.

[@billsheppard2433]

⁠@@ironken1796I ride Harley’s and nothing can wipe the smile from my face. I know countless people in the exact same situation as me. I personally see more people around my part of the us on sportbikes with no gear rather than Harley’s with no gear.

[@ironken1796]

@@billsheppard2433 that's awesome! It's supposed to be that way. That's not what I see round here though. Aaah sportbikes....at the local coffee shop Sunday meetup, I don't know which are more douchey...the dress up bagger boys or the sportbike Power Rangers. Probably the Power Rangers. I don't really fraternize with either. The ADV guys are usually super cool.

[@billsheppard2433]

@@ironken1796 I always find that the guys on dual sports have the best stories lol.

[@bruceohandley2024]

I have a Royal Enfield INT650 with chrome tank. A beautiful looking bike that grabs more attention than most Harles, is better made for a fraction of the price. I see the Harley frown, but underneath my 60s style gringo helmet are scars from having a slashed ear from being an Edinburgh UK doorman, a slashed throat from being a Canadian hockey player and a gash on my forehead from being in an APC crash while serving in the Canadian Army. Their frowns and toughness don't impress me. Riding an unreliable oversized bike doesn't make you tough.