Harley Viclas Rollin' East Los Angeles

Take a trip down Whittier Blvd (Hwy 72) in Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles. The guys from Laidlaw's Harley-Davidson take a close look at the origin of the Vicla, a Latino influenced style that originated from East LA.
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[@fartsare2023]

Beautiful video. Latinos are patriotic Americans also and they've taken an American icon and put their twist on it. And they do it well. Much respect..🇺🇸🇵🇹🇲🇽🇧🇷

[@aurozappa305]

Oh please

[@Red_Cupp]

This is a slice of American history. The Chicano culture of SoCal has had such an influence all across the world. Good to see it captured and preserved so well right here 🇺🇸 🇲🇽

[@MiguelRuiz-up2ls]

This is Harley!!! You can not find this with other motorcycles manufacturers. 120 hp?? Who cares when you are cruising on boulevard, 88, 96, 103, do you need more?? Not really. My very first comment in years of being watching youtube videos is to congratulate you Matt, an awesome video.

[@HoneyBearLife]

Matt Laidlaw, you are an honorary Chicano 😎👍🇲🇽🇺🇸

[@randallr.p.mcmurphy863]

Don't insult Matt

[@TONECARR]

I was a teen when you had the shop on Garvey, we would buy our cholo clothes at Doughboys across the street then stop in at Laidlaws and dream of owning Harleys...thanks for that trip down memory lane.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks for the comment my friend. 👍🏻

[@richardbarnes455]

This video should be preserved forever!

[@Paul20661]

Da

[@Paul20661]

Came back here after a while Love the culture and this style ❤️

[@reneblanco7744]

Matt is down with the raza🤙🏽

[@efeconker]

one of the best episodes, its like a documentary. Thanks for sharing the vibe (Y) Cheers from Istanbul.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you.

[@599Dan]

The nice thing about HD, you can make your own style. That's so amazing

[@mscar8024]

Grew up around this style of bike in TX. I love 'em. The effort that goes into building this style of bike is crazy. You can only really appreciate them when you get up close and see how each fine detail was covered when considering what parts to upgrade. I've seen some of the best custom paint schemes on these bikes.

[@BigTruckRacing]

This trip down memory lane was the coolest thing I've ever seen , Thanks Matt .

[@599Dan]

Matt got roots! Awesome

[@joereyes5071]

As a Puerto Rican the vicla is a great expression of Latino culture acho. Good job on the mini documentary #FXLRS

[@angelcarreno6963]

Viva la raza, viva Las viclas, viva Matt Laidlaw!

[@ascarrillo1]

By far, my favorite video Matt! Being from that area brings back so many great memories, thank you! I miss the culture, the food and the scenery. But I don't miss that state. And thank you for introducing this way of life to those not in the know.

[@HooMeye]

Always nice to see guys (and girls) ride and talking enthusiastically about their bikes, their passion. Gets me through the "dark" months while not riding my Fat Boy. Nice video as always.

[@TheHarleyTech]

Great Video! I enjoyed the throwback pics and the history of younger Matt in the family business. Keep up the good work!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks John. The Bring it home ride looked epic man. 👍🏻 Congrats to Adam, you, and everyone that participated. Much respect.

[@Fatyaqui]

Orela! Thanks for sharing Matt, it brings back memories of cruising down Whittier Blvd from East Los! I'm trying to get my hands on an old Bicla for cruising. That 05 got me drooling!

[@dawidos117]

Matt, you’re doing the best job H-D could ever imagine. Company should definitely be proud of you if they’re not already 👍🏻

[@juliozapata5032]

Is an amazing feeling cruising with your brother's . This is why Harley Davidson is the best. Bringing all kinds of cultures together. I bought my 2015 sportster 72 from Laidlaw and I love it. Cant wait to go back for a street glide. Best video of the year Matt. 😎

[@anthonydarnell6825]

Only channel I consistently watch on KZbin. Always love the content! I’m a history guy, so really enjoyed this!

[@70F-Bomb-King03]

I just wanna thank you for your videos , i suffer from ptsd and other issues ,your videos help me get thru my day even if for a lil while , ive always dreamed of having a bike but being on disability really will be a dream unrealized , again thank you for videos and your time to make them ... Bill

[@winstonsmith1071]

It's not my style but I can totally appreciate the beauty of these bikes

[@mixalis6168]

I love all bikes, all styles...

[@thetonekingofficial]

Anyone know what that gun accessory is at 1:50?

[@josephluera1847]

Thanks for taking me back to my young days Matt... Grew up in Rosemead and used to look at bikes all the time.. Now I am in Pittsburgh Pa since 1985..... Thanks again

[@youngfame323]

This a heart warming video, it’s nice to see Mexican heritage in something I love so dearly in a time when I feel like there’s a lot of people who are divided, thanks Matt really 👍🏽

[@christophermoon3302]

Media divides us and democrats for votes , us people are doing just fine especially in the bike community

[@christophermoon3302]

And Mexicans are loyal and faithful Americans

[@youngfame323]

@@christophermoon3302 sure

[@andrewdugan6705]

Really enjoyed hearing about the culture from the guys who lived it. Beautiful bikes, love that style.

[@markschroeder1581]

Those are sick bikes!! Thanks Matt to you & your staff for sharing a little information about the Mexican culture and H-D embracing diversity!

[@shaneabikhair8909]

These are a bike that CANNOT be replicated by any other brand ! Nice reminder Matt . Nice video 👌

[@JVee-xy3tl]

Appreciate you taking the time to share some very cool West Coast Harley Davidson style and history. Stay up Bro, keep the content coming! ML&R, Joseph

[@richardboucher7528]

It sounds like Matt got the speech, some one reminded him where he came from and how he got what he has Thumbs up to his great employees

[@MattLaidlaw]

No speech needed man. I'm blessed and I know it.

[@dorothythompson4969]

The Laidlaws familia are one of the most humble families I've met, thanks Matt and everyone at Laidlaws😎

[@tobypaone3426]

Great video! Love the connection to history and culture with HD and the Latino community. Keep it up!

[@robertclymer6948]

Some of the most beautiful Harleys I have ever seen. These are works of art. My hat is off to these super talented builders. wow

[@Mephistopheles13]

In addition to my previous comment, I’d love to see some more videos like this. Not only was it informative but it was definitely a lot of fun to watch. May even stop by that restaurant on my bike when I get back home to the states

[@MattLaidlaw]

Will do, thanks for the feedback!

[@mosgor]

Back on track! - great episode Mr. Laidlaw - Top quality, top entertainment, top everything!

[@mikeysmith3755]

mom

[@sickfruit]

Great video, nice having a breakdown on the different styles of bikes. Big (dirty) thumbs up from the uk.

[@strangerzproductions1551]

Love how you feature the bikes at your dealership with the history of your family's business and how you were first introd to viclas. Next time I'm in SoCal, I'll make sure to stop by for some merch!

[@rockit61548]

I have a 2016 Heritage Softail Deluxe, Progressive suspension front, back and lowered, Vance & Hines exhaust and cams, Arlen Ness Big Sucker under stock intake. This was the bike of my dreams! I grew up around Whittier Boulevard, went to junior high in Norwalk, and high school in La Puente in the 80’s. Loved chrome so much I dream in chrome. Good video and good memories of that time!

[@hexhead5732]

Awesome video glad these lower bikes are here to stay

[@barguerpi5966]

Great vid. Awesome. These bikes are the reason why i like Harleys. And why I ride a Harley not just another motorbike. 🍻from Istanbul

[@BadBlue32]

I love this piece, Matt. I think the Viclas culture is so bad ass, and this video really dove into that and let the viewer get a taste of it. Great bikes, great staff and great video!

[@richmckenney1562]

Great documentary.. love it. Very cool to be proud of ones bike and where you come from. Those bikes are sweet. Unbelievable style. So freaking cool.

[@elfernandez2306]

Im not a big fan of chrome, but like you I grew up thinking this we what Harley Davidson was, so I love the Chicano style culture bikes. Those are amazing motorcycles. Thank you for this video. Bravo!

[@pazsince815]

That's what's wusup... I watched my pops and my family build bikes.. the paint... the painters.. that signature of your scouter... was a like honor... it's like a right of passage...still waiting for my day... it's not just about a the bike but the way you carry yourself... humbleness is everything... from lowriders to baggers..

[@myklmusic]

You Guys and your Bikes are so cool. I can listen to the sound all day long. I recently purchased a 2014 Harley Davidson Road King after 40 years with no bike. I'm stoked big time. You Guys are inspiring me to get another bike in that Cholo style. Ride on, Brothers.

[@bodieb1233]

Really cool...… Matt you are the man...….Always great coverage and personal touch.....

[@danielflanagan76]

I absolutely love the artistry that goes into these works of art!!!

[@XxEmowolvexX]

Awwh! Those bikes look so amazing!! Alot of history in them, Heck yea keep that motorcycle classic history alive!! 🐺👍

[@Panza1965]

Love this. I keep coming back, one of the best Laidlaw uploads EVER 💖

[@1550tc]

Awesome video Matt!! This is what Harley is all about; people, culture, good times! Own one of these and you don’t have to worry about it NOT standing out in a line up of 100 SGs lol!

[@gregpatterson8526]

Great video! I have always loved the Vicla look, the apes and fishtales scream badass!

[@lto2699]

Best episode I’ve watched on the channel. Congrats

[@jasonbreedlove495]

This is one of my fav videos now. Always loved the "Cholo" style and went a dark route with my 18 Heritage. All three bikes look and sound amazing.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man.

[@pennsfaves]

Awesome video as all of your content, great to see the perspectives and hear the history! So awesome how the love of bikes can bring everyone together!

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thanks man. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ballzack4866]

Super cool machinery. Nice addition to any stable.

[@carvajal5150]

Fantastic video!! I love the old pictures and history.

[@PanM8]

Matt, please show more history about your family business. Pics.,vids, etc. I think it would be interesting to see how the family owned dealerships served the local bikers.

[@MattLaidlaw]

I’ve been meaning to do that for awhile. I gotta get my grandpa on board.

[@PanM8]

@@MattLaidlaw would be greatly appreciated. Dealerships like yours are important to the history of Harley Davidson.

[@darkoflight4938]

YEAH! What a great idea!!!!

[@mattsoggy9428]

awesome idea! Be great to see! Im from Aus but will definitely be coming past next time I'm in the states!!

[@bravo6601]

Matt Laidlaw i currently ride an 09 883c 9,000 miles, black , 14” apes, fat spokes , super clean but i want to buy my buddies 01 fatboy vicla ... could we both take our bikes to our local HD shop and me get his bike and he get the cash for mine??? TIA any info is greatly appreciated!!!

[@stephanebrochu6918]

great video Guys !!! awesome piece of history, and sound of the bikes !

[@MrTopNotchTexan]

Excellent editing and production value! That is on top of an already awesome story and great narration, keep the great content coming! 🎯

[@MattLaidlaw]

Will do, thank you

[@juangonzalez3034]

I've seen a lot of these type of harleys around didnt know they were called viclas. Learn something new every day! Cool video Matt!

[@pumasgoya]

Viclas doesn't necessarily mean motorcycle. It's spanglish for bike. Viclas are also lowrider bicycles, and by extension any bicycle.

[@felixvargas4112]

I've been building my bike for the past few years. But these videos are actually making me want to go down to Laidlaw Harley and finance a new one..

[@biglee6053]

Awesome video! Love the history! You definitely have it in your blood. I enjoy your passion, it allways shines through. Thanks for sharing :)

[@Divine_1Scorp.]

Wow...Beautiful bikes. Great vlog. 💖

[@roadking155]

That was a fun video to watch Matt!

[@scallywag4978]

Here in South Georgia, the Vicla is catching on. I love ‘em, not a spokes guy but we put our country boy touches on an awesome bike style. Cholos, fish fries, and homemade whiskey… hell yeah.

[@aribarak]

Hermosa transmisión del arte en motocicletas! Cheers for Tel Aviv!

[@aj-kwt909truckin31]

"Bag it out and lower it" 👍😎👍 Great Video Matt ~ Thankyou for Sharing.👍👍👍

[@davem.2788]

Awesome video and THIS is how you market an amazing product!

[@jayb1292]

Super cool documentary style on a segment of the riding culture...great work.

[@paulcox4774]

Great video. Being an Indiana rider today was a reminder winter is in the way (25 degrees this morning). Jealous of East LA weather. I’m old school, started riding in the 60s. Reverted to my roots when I bought a Seventy Two in 2012. Didn’t know where the design idea came from, only know it was what I wanted. Just went to a 2020 street bob. Gracias for the great history lesson and the virtual ride along. Muy bien!

[@ntdfmaverick]

Awesome video. It's interesting to hear about the history of your family's business. And I'm sure they take a lot of time to put out, but these long-form videos are really great.

[@DownTheRoad66]

Very nice video! Love the history lesson. As someone who only hears about this side of biking this was really great. Hopefully one day I’ll make it out on my Dyna

[@DeBa1226]

Matt, best video you ever made. Thank you! EPIC!

[@jonbassett8023]

Stunning bikes! You got a great crew there too! Muy bueno, Laidlawwww.....😎 Riding a customized '19 Special midnight blue...

[@MattLaidlaw]

🤘🏻 thanks man.

[@MrHemirox1]

Dam Matt, your video production is next level man. So cool, so good!

[@ozziejim8472]

That was great Matt, thanks mate. Great bikes!

[@eg9549]

It’s always cool seeing different cultures connect

[@splinterandwedge]

Loved the video! I just sold my 2001 Heritage with 16” apes and crazy loud exhaust, solo seat, etc. This video made me miss that bike, but it was time for something a little more comfortable on the long trips. I’m still a huge fan of that style of bike..

[@russmode]

Kept the 2 up on mine for the wife on back, pull that back rest off if want to go solo!

[@sdranch2800]

Man I can’t wait to build a vicla, I e wanted one for so long. This awesome video just makes me want one even more!

[@jimdandy4825]

Great video Matt! Truly enjoyed this. Most of your vids are excellent but this one was over the top! Please,,,, more just like it!! Thanks bro!!

[@tonydman9930]

Super video Matt. This is the style im riding, a 2017 deluxe in velocity red. Huge recognition and respect i get everywhere i go. Super feeling. Keep up the great vids and as i said, nobody does it like you. Cheers from Australia again 👍

[@MattLaidlaw]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@j.j.6535]

Such gorgeous bikes!!! Wow great vid!!!

[@omarcaban9917]

Laidlaw you on point like always !! Love chulo style big up to la Raza saludo from boriquas in philly !!

[@glennboulden1649]

Love this kind of stuff Matt. You should do more of videos like this and destination rides.

[@MattLaidlaw]

I'll be trying to do more of this stuff.

[@markwhatley9955]

Outstanding video, Matt. Total respect for and admiration of the SoCal/LA Hispanic culture. Great people.👍🏼👍🏼

[@OnTheRiseVlogs]

I'm so glad you did a video of this type of style. much respect to you C/S

[@TheCuttz1984]

Awesome video. That blue and silver bike is something else. Much love from Australia.

[@alfonsothegreat4481]

As a Hispanic, I enjoyed this piece more. I even got hungry lol 👍

[@saddle8bag]

Luv that 21" rim on the Deluxe.

[@dmartino7377]

FANTASTIC video....great job!!!

[@jerryu6850]

Wow, great looking rides. Wish I could ride one to check it out. Good job Matt and crew.

[@MRJCL711]

El Tepeyac is bomb. I didnt know Manny, but my buddies did. This vid is bad ass. Gonna visit Laidlaws soon. Hats off to the low riden' riders. Flip a switch!!

[@mas3292]

Great Job Matt. Love old school style Soft Tails!

[@gfunk63901]

that's cool. definitely a vibe and style that is all East LA. don't have that here in philly, jersey

[@edwardpoff575]

Great video and great history lesson. I just bought at 10 Heritage with the same paint scheme and working on it to look that cool. Keep up the history this was very enjoyable

[@605fabio]

Great video!!!! I will be getting a 2020 Deluxe from you in the near future!!!!! I was born and raised in ELA, now live in Upland(30year)! Need to bring some of that Viclas here!

[@mike_lives]

Loved the video and story. Thank you for sharing

[@cdiamond666]

Great vid! 👍👌🤘💯. Felt like a documentary. Aces 🔥👊

[@almightyeggroll951]

One of my top 5 fav vids from your channel

[@kekoamaunakea4473]

Great video Ese nice to see east los is changing, I went to USC medical center and i'm impressed on the changes in East LA it was imminent. Aloha&Mahalo for the ride. Kekoa