Harley Davidson FXR touring conversion | 1986 FXRT

[@steveawesome9538]

The FXR is actually turning into a Frankenstein thing of beauty. Those bags actually look pretty cool on it.

[@TheGorillaBiker]

100% agreed they really suit it!

[@jhuggs7844]

Josh, not only do we share a name sake, but a passion for riding. Thanks for killing this period in our history with positivity. Don't stop making great content. Stay safe, stay health stay positive. Thanks again!

[@LILORIONVDIESEL]

Motorcycle riding is the best therapy session for the soul.

[@alissarobertson8840]

I stay awake all night watching all your old videos your killing me dude I'm an old man I need my sleep.

[@frankanthony3919]

I cant wait to see the fairing on there with those bags.

[@biglee6053]

I was on pins and needles waiting for the other bag to fall open and spill your backpack on the highway. Glad it all worked out. Another great video.

[@nickhighland799]

Been binge-watching the fxr vids and the more ridonkulous the crusty-glide gets the more i love it.

[@jd9308]

Bags , fairing, new carb, front forks, brakes, floorboards, Handle bar, grips, damn ShadeTree you got a Johnny Cash cadillac crusty glide! I love everything ya done so far and can't wait till you do your ride down into Mexico! Stay safe!

[@n.yholeshot1009]

I must say the fxr is coming along amazingly when comparing to what it was when you first introduced it. To be honest I'm inspired by your Channel and the content you put out. Btw, you're the reason I fell in love with the xs650. One hell of a bike my friend!

[@aliberguem870]

You're so inspiring man ! Since I am watching your videos all I wanna do is being a bartender and have my own garage to work on motorcycles. I m born in morocoo and now I live in france and my dreams are so 'merican. Thanks for the energy you're giving me and hope to see you soon after the lockdown ! Cheers

[@markblundell9461]

Have to say Josh, of all my subscribed content yours is always the first I look at with my interrupted Internet connection. That aside, Re, the XS650 issues. It's definitely carbs. If nothing has changed to the carb settings or the air filters since it ran last. Then the problem could be an air leak from either of the vacuum points on the manifolds, (check hose or plug). If all seems ok, the carbs have to come off again. Check everything is in place and all galleries are clear. I presume the air filters are the same. If not, tape off a third of the filter with electrical tape and try again. Wish Jenna good luck.

[@drummerdm1016]

I am impressed with your attitude towards all this shit we are going through, hang in there man, thanks for the vids.

[@alexanders1445]

Ah, finally. i have the FXR build theme in my head. Caught myself whistling it making dinner.

[@toddstovall9274]

Agree 100% about wearing a backpack, especially here in FL. Adding bags to my bike was probably the best upgrade I’ll ever do to it.

[@sg1fan75]

Love your videos and may God keep you and your loved ones safe brother.

[@davypig571]

It’s very cool to get a gift from that far away, but having a fan that far away is even cooler!!

[@sambennett713]

Don’t know if you look back at the comments days after the video was posted and they may have already fixed it but, the Xs sounds like it’s having spark breakdown under load. Less load=smooth running usually gets fixed with new plugs, plug gap, or proper voltage to coil. My 650 used to start doing the same thing when my stator went out and my battery was low on voltage. Nice video!

[@chadmuckel3323]

Dont stop making videos man it's the only thing keeping me going during lockdown!

[@Addy29plus5]

Awesome gift from Sultan, Saudi Arabia

[@lifeofjustinjames]

Thanks for releasing content to get my mind off the anxieties, appreciate your channel

[@brycebuildsit]

The fxr just keeps getting better cant wait to see it with the fairing

[@chadsacrey6274]

Classic. Looked like everything went so smoothly and I was like that's not shade tree like. And there it was lol

[@michaeldeemer4286]

Hi Josh, Mike here. My son Kevin and I have gotten into riding dirt bikes again because of you man. Love your channel. Sorry you go laid off. I hope they figure this out for the bars soon. Have a good one!

[@gregortloff1457]

Never a dull moment Love the Shade Tree

[@14theroad1955]

That EVO definitely sounds crisper, and sounds like it has a quicker throttle response...nice.

[@BeroBikes]

Best sound track ever Josh! 64 waverace and Zelda ocarina. Hell yeah!!

[@n2vxc]

More braking because the old super E had lots of vacuum leaks and the throttle bushings worn...so it allowed more air to enter..that's my guess. The lectron seals tight

[@ericweber1969]

I absolutely love that XS650! I'd check and rule out electrical issues first, and then check the jetting. Electrical issues can crop up suddenly, which is what it sounds like she was describing.

[@ericritter228]

New subscriber here. I love your humor, man. The Huffy handlebar pad made me laugh. I like the fact that you do whatever bike you feel like. Makes me wish I still had that old CB600 I had years ago. Keep up the good work!

[@ecrusch]

I'm with you on HATING wearing a back pack while riding. Might get some bags for my Shadow. The scrapes on your bag give it character! And after doing the yard work on Sunday and watching your video, I think I'll go for a nice ride. Stay safe brother. (and wash those hands.)

[@fargusmcfargus3523]

Leather tassels come in handy for tying things when you don't have anything else I've always figured that's what they must be for lol, and I'm an old motorcyclist from way back in the dayz

[@nickygauci8074]

Not ganna lie i dont nornaly wach motorcyle vlogs but for same reason in loving the fxr jurney and its veru good content

[@dmaxcustom]

Clearly The Ride Factory is an essential business. As it should be.

[@robinpecat1478]

I really like your building videos.

[@oldsoldier181]

Love the late 80s montage music in the background while putting the bag mounts on, lol

[@shanecoker8566]

I the bag lids on a 07 Road Glide that kelp popping open and had to lock them to stop it from happening.

[@403punk3]

Dude those bags let ya down! Definitely rad that nothing fell out!

[@flush_entity]

your good vibes saved your backpack

[@chrisb9960]

Thanks for the video. I'm looking forward seeing what else will come out of the Shadetree vault.

[@solo9883]

Thanks dude not even wensday honestly really needed this im a little pissed becase i have to move my bike to home town pa becase last Friday i was riding in the alley and a cop stopped me and said that i cant ride in the alley and i cant ride in the yard so now my bike has to go to home town where my grand father on my dad's side lives

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Damn! Crazy, you ain’t hurtin no one

[@solo9883]

@@shadetreesurgeon what has me mad is that my bike is going to be an hour across state from me at my grand fathers house where my unkle lives and hes probably going to try to ride it and when he sees that the trottle does not work right and hes going to take it apart and mess it all up im going to ask if i can put it in the shed instead of the garge so he can't get to it

[@solo9883]

@@shadetreesurgeon if you want to see what kind of bike i have pictures on Instagram on it at dark.spade it the black bike in the purple rock drive way

[@mikerolo4385]

Those floorboards look good on that thing... Way more comfortable...

[@TheRoadGlideRider]

Note: with FXRT Clamshell Bags, you MUST have a lock with the latch. You must lock it. (Personal experience with that)

[@lizzyobrien2376]

^Can’t upvote this one enough!

[@skyb8687]

True talk

[@rob8379]

l love the Huffy crossbar pad.

[@StephenRamsey]

Those are SWEET. I wasn't sure how they were going to look just sitting in the shop, but those are just retro and all out Cool! Also, always great when you get a good deal! Hopefully you find another latch at a good deal!

[@MrMbragg]

I like that xs650 - it looks really good

[@Woods_Hiker]

Those bags are perfect for the FXR 👍 Hope you can get the latch- issue sorted w/o much trouble

[@Sanisfaction]

More engine breaking than before, and never starting without a choke,, hmm maybe the old carb just never closed all the way

[@skyb8687]

Ethanol just destroyed that old carb

[@doubleq1223]

You beat me to it!!

[@robertpick9782]

Hey Josh Day 3 of "21" day "lock-down" here. I been thinking man, there's a lot of people out there hesitant to start their own KZbin channel and this is the perfect opportunity. So, I'm putting out a challenge to my top 10 subscriptions ( and you made the grade, Yeah) Thank you for your content over the past months and years, but and here's the challenge....."PUT OUT YOUR FIRST VIDEO EVER" ... with looking back commentary tips LOL.

[@ejdtm]

Nothing sounds faster than a Harley.

[@modernvisionscc]

I can’t wait. Glad to see someone build something other than a California club style bike.

[@MiguelCura]

(Scrape scrape scrappity scrape) Ladies and gentlemen, the Krusty Glide Touring Edition! Give it up now!

[@HARMARSCH2]

Shadetree Surgeon, the bags look really good on the FXR. Can’t wait to see the fairing on it.

[@invaderzimm7871]

I can't wait to see this thing with the fairing on. Its gonna be great!

[@Stephen-wh7vl]

That is going to look awesome with the fender on.

[@birdatkinson1]

I've never been a fan of HD, but the two bikes I'd own from HD are the Switchback and the Sport Glide. You are starting to get a real put together sport touring cruiser on your hands. I'm digging it! Maybe get rid of the tassel, or replace it with a functional item like a get back whip? Otherwise, its a sweet ride!

[@Jedz123]

DUDE!!!! I love how the FXR is turning out! You'll get those bags sorted... I've seen some house hold latches work well on those Fuggin things. Now we just need this COVID-19 thing to lift and get you up here for Americade & Laconia. Keep it weird Bro!!!

[@SixShooter14]

haha, I've been there. I had some leather throwover bags on my old Softail. Then one day they flew up and hit the back of my head at 70mph. Luckily, I was able to catch them and coast stop before they, or I, hit the pavement. Used a boot lace to tie them back on until I got to a gas station and could buy some nylon rope.

[@zesteinl6497]

Man I love that series. I plan to come to florida in september if the Coronavirus is done and delt with in time. Keep on doing what you love

[@bigridge717]

The engine braking thing can be adjusted with the throttle position screw on the carb (if the lectron has that adjustment, I know s&s does).

[@HippoDrones]

I bloomin love this bike, ace seeing updates and it out on the road. The new carb seems the business. Bungy cords to the rescue :D

[@rlundy3250]

Great job. I love your choice of music during the build portion. Zippy, yet 70s instructional film strip crusty.

[@edwardakin7243]

Dirty biker Ed here those bags look awesome and very functional

[@lancekrych3206]

I had a xs 650 and had to rejet with pods but i also changed the exauste

[@frankanthony3919]

Saved me again, Just in time!!

[@DanM518]

Alls well that ends well bro , good job on the custom fab work .

[@ejakeway]

A few years ago I helped a friend install some after market saddle backs on there Kawasaki Vulcan 650S. Went on a trip to the Tail of the dragon and back and in the last mile before getting home they heard scraping and turns out one of the bolts holding the bag onto the frame snapped. Had no way to save it while on the road so just road home the last mile with it scraping the whole way. I replaced the bolt and never had an issue since.

[@nicholaskominski3746]

I saw the bag scraping coming. Good old factory Harley bag latches

[@NokternaL1]

Those bags look really good on thr fxr crusty glide

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

You sure have been riding that Harley alot since Waldo gave it to you. Well, after he have it to you ot sat. But, once you started messing with it, it seems like you haven't been able to keep your ass off the seat. And thats a good thing. Now more than ever we should be supporting American.

[@WxMcGee66]

Man I can’t wait for that fairing to go on!

[@mOlk_and_cereal]

I love that you have an antenna but no radio

[@steviegenoski9977]

ooooow, look at Mr. Shiny Shoes with the fancy new carb.

[@mattlawrence3299]

Those look awesome that sucks about the latch though but hey it wouldn’t be the crusty glide if everything worked right haha I can’t wait to see it with the fairing on it too also if you’re interested I have a small cb radio I’m willing to send to you to hook up that antenna if you want it keep up the great content and keep it weird

[@robertbelote5273]

Imma say carb jets , only because ive never worked on an xs 650 but i did stay at a budget inn last night.

[@onecaramon]

Im waiting for that kickstand intall.

[@Dyrtbag68]

Yep, get that fairing installed with that vintage 8 track and you’ll be good to tour it up!

[@PBstx1100]

Josh those latches were a common issue with age. If you replace one I would suggest replacing both.

[@derekp2674]

Maybe I was lucky, but I never had any problems with the latches on the 1990 FXRT that I used to own. I don't know if that used a different latch design to the one in the video. I expect I would always have ridden with the bags locked shut. If I remember correctly, my bags also had folding stays to limit their opening, so the lids sat horizontally when open. I also had a couple of old TourGlide pattern saddle bag liners for them. I also liked these bags because they can be used to carry or store a crash helmet, unlike other Harley bags.

[@OnPointFirearms]

Nice grips. Solid choice.

[@blackf350]

11:13 Just adding more 80's glam to it

[@jeffpalmer5502]

Wow , I had 3 of those XS 650s !

[@scootincivic]

I have the craving to boot up my N64 & ride a dolphin.. 😂 "Wave Race 64" tunes

[@ronniefnd]

I sooooo wanna detail the fxr. You have seen what I can do with Stoney's 99 electra glide. I know we can't remove the "fresh" but I will always be curious as to what it could look like lol.

[@BriggsStratton11]

12:11 I just fired up my N64 a couple days ago, I recognize that sound effect from zelda!

[@gizzync1525]

Prolly leaned out carbs. try putting a partial obstruction over the air intake & see if it helps. The partial restriction of the airbox & filter is needed on stock jetting. just a guess based on my old sv650 carbs or float height.

[@albundy1703]

The XS-650 is super lean. Check to make sure the fuel line didn't get pinched on tank install. I don't recall how they're routed.

[@Paul20661]

Yay new vid to cure a bit our home staying boredom

[@19Trent69]

Two thumbs up 👍👍 and a sly grin at the ever allusive HD pannier lock fail... being counted on from the beginning of time 😁😂 another great Vid cheers 🍻

[@GunnyZneedsbeer]

I have lost the lid off the ammo cans on my motorcycle a few times. Fortunately Surplus ammo can lids are easy to come by

[@pacopetepnw3434]

ShadeTree Gold.

[@CMYKPOn]

Hell yeah brother

[@jasonbethea1114]

Could be the pressure of the backpack in the bag, that kept the buckle closed. Might wanna try that empty.

[@deormanrobey892]

I'm not familiar with those carburetors, but I would make sure the spark gap and static timing was by the book before digging into the carbs.

[@thealienrides215]

Hey Man, I dig what you're up to with the FXR. But if you're going full touring, you gotta bring back the third mirror! How about an 8 track in your new fairing?

[@richardvandervoort]

Listening to the Yamaha it sounds like the airfilters need to be cleaned or replaced.

[@crocketgsxr6]

the Crusty Glide New turding conversion/Turd glide! feel free to use that

[@jaapgerritsen3266]

About the 650, if she changed pods and the exhaust is not stock. Change the jetting to a 45 pilot and a 140/142.5 main. Bet it'll run way better. That's the jetting I ran here in the Caribbean, pretty much the same dry heat/air I'm guessing?

[@bigmikeh5827]

That sucks. I had this type deal happen to me yesterday. Rode my Deluxe 45 miles south to Nashville to give a blood donation. Pull into Red Cross parking lot and go to put my riding gear into the bag and..... wide freaken open!!! Lost one glove of my $90 gauntlets that I keep in the bag for just in case. Inside that glove was my extra pair of clear riding glasses. Had this happen on a trip to Texas last year. Lost my rain gear on that one. I love using take off parts on a build. Did that on my 91 fatboy. Spent a fraction of the cost. Keeping it weird in Tennessee.

[@clintbeastwood6149]

You ever gonna do the triumph chopper

[@kevinashleylewis]

I'd rig up some sort of tether on both bags to keep them from opening that far. Like maybe something a little less than 90°.

[@squawk3120]

Could be a voltage problem, sounded like it started hard. Stator maybe? That’s exactly how my first handfull of bikes ran. And that saudi shirt is badass.