Here Is Why The Yamaha Bolt Is A BETTER Harley Than the Sportster

[@InsaneAspect]

“ Whatever you want we have it in black or chrome” that was great

[@inspectorblake6623]

Theres a bike out there for everyone, just enjoy your particular style,make or whatever, its about enjoying motorcycling

[@darkpassenger7064]

That's what I've been preaching forever. Find what you like and ride. What bike suits you is all that matters. Personally I ride a Buell Cyclone. 1200cc Harley motor , really short wheel base that handles the twisties with ease. A lot of my friends despise my bike. I don't care. It's mine and I love it.

[@gattling9]

Yeah yeah, enjoy the ride, it's about riding... that's poor people excuse. Do japanese ride yamahas? No, they're riding and modding Harleys. Everyone is like "umm metric bikes are better than HD" untill he gets himself a nice Harley Davidson.

[@rickg.5171]

Couldn't agree more. Had a friend that always said "ride what you brung".

[@fohz0710]

​@@gattling9 I see Japanese ride junk motorcycles like old Harley shovel heads that you need to crank the hell outta the kickstarter 30 times to get it running

[@bobgoat5994]

These new "prepared reviews" are so different from typical dan buillshittery but i love them

[@ThomasKiehl]

Own a '17 Bolt, can confirm it's awesome.

[@dreyscarlin8986]

Can't tell you how much I enjoy you doing these review videos, it is so amazing to see how far you've come when you first started this channel, keep it up Dan!

[@b_mb4948]

I agree. Dan has improved exponentially over the past month, and it really shows.

[@jorgey4]

he certainly seems to put more of his personality into this one while providing the professional review WOW probably asks of him.

[@derekdlick2516]

There are very few people I know with your last name

[@hapidjus69]

I don’t think you smacked your hands together enough in the video.

[@saintetienne755]

When a Yankie don't have gun . . .

[@crackerjack8115]

This dude fukin sucks

[@randymarks4011]

@@crackerjack8115 ride what you want, a harley is a harley, a bolt is a metric yamaha, nuff said.

[@joemfahey]

@@randymarks4011 "Harley is a Harley" is exactly why I wont want a Harley

[@thelcfclad]

Do it with hand movements

[@evanmarks7912]

Joe Hyde what do you expect from a wigger

[@acenyy9651]

I've had a Bolt for 3 years now, and it was my first bike. I've ridden many different bikes since, and I will never get rid of my Bolt. It has its downfalls like any bike would, but at the end of the day it is amazing.

[@mrEz87]

I had one, have had many other bikes before it, and after it... yet I'm here watching because I wish i didn't let it go, haha. It had soul!

[@batman886]

Quality of these videos = fucking mint

[@briancooney9952]

It's amazing how much people will sacrifice just to say they have a Harley.

[@drmachinewerke1]

I ride a POS Harley and a triumph,Honda , Yamaha They are POS because they are all old. 76 Fx, 07 scrambler, 76 cb550/4, xs650 chop I’ll keep mine you buy a new one

[@mudfatherBULLSHiT]

I dont want the harley brand. I dont even like the bikes. I just like the look of the newer ones.

[@seanbutler2291]

@Bunnyshooter 223 dude when you consider what you get with that 883, its still horribly expensive.... I could go out right now buy a brand new vulcan 650, looks good sounds good with pipes, way more power than the 883, more comfortable because of ergo fit, and a more reliable engine.....for less than the 883. And the 1200 is more like 12k brand new. Yes there are "cheaper" harleys. But you get almost nothing for that money, jus a logo and 50hp

[@seanbutler2291]

@Bunnyshooter 223 it is a nice bike, i personally like muscle bikes/power cruisers. I own a Yamaha Vmax and before that a Honda Magna.

[@travisodermatt2472]

Sporster looks alright for little guys.

[@ASPINWITHFIN]

I want a blooper reel for these videos

[@Tcott]

^ "I love what he just said"

[@Twistead96]

A SPIN WITH FIN especially for the 1200 with those handlebars

[@b_mb4948]

I'm not sure if it will be funny, or insanely cringy *O_O*

[@Crashking14]

A SPIN WITH FIN yeah..me too

[@randybelluardo4920]

I think that WAS the blooper reel... lol

[@xmalignancyx]

"That's what makes it a Harley" the voice you use in this reminds me so much of Mr. Regular from Regular Car Reviews.

[@DWLip]

The RCR worship is blatant as hell, and I love it.

[@HercTheJerk]

Yes!!

[@EricNemchik]

Bolt riders: the Koso TNT-B meter replaces the stock speedometer and should be easier to see and also adds a tachometer. Dan, thank you for making this video! I have a 2015 bolt and I really appreciate your opinion because you presented it as very non biased. You have more than enough experience with various types and brands of bikes, so this isn't just some Yamaha sales pitch or a Harley 'Murica brainwash.

[@coltonmcelwee6835]

im 3 years late but just bought my first bolt and was looking for a new one so thank you

[@Iron_Thunderstorm]

You were right. I was very happy when you pulled out the 1200

[@sparrowm249]

who doesn’t want to be 2” longer 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tinyman520]

Chad Dieffenbach just wish I had 2”

[@propaneandpropaneaccessori3446]

I'm already too big

[@MiguelHernandez-vo3nh]

I got too much girth

[@tacoguardian8703]

Lol 🤣🤣

[@sheepdog819]

Me, back problems...🤦‍♂️

[@Phuq_it]

I bought a Harley 883 deadwood green. It was already customized and I love it so much.

[@YaaBoyMel]

When I’m ready to upgrade I’m coming to wow motorcycles from va just to support you because you sir are the og

[@YaaBoyMel]

Lance M if I wanna show support to someone I like I don’t see why that’s a big deal it’s my money I work hard to make it and I can do whatever with it 🤷🏽‍♂️ doesn’t matter if he gives a shit or not

[@whiteboiwyatt]

WOW has a great inventory of commonly owned 2nd hand bikes. Honestly probably one of the best used motorcycle dealerships in the southeast, anytime im in Marietta i go there and just browse their selection to see any deals, and sometimes you’ll be surprised at what bikes can be had for a low price. Now that’s not to say alot of their bikes aren’t overpriced but my buddy has bought boths bikes he’s owned from WOW and he’s had absolutely zero issues at all with them.

[@johnnynorcal408]

Just bought a 2018 bolt. Absolute love it!

[@slowspecv69]

These videos are so interesting and entertaining. Keep them coming Danny boy EDIT: I remember the video when a guy on a 883 told you he rode a REAL BIKE

[@JustGoove]

Got a 2017 Roadster that I am absolutely love. They arent even crazy expensive. Its been a great bike thus far.

[@joeykaylor1829]

Do it with infomercial

[@b_mb4948]

You forgot to play an infomercial between "DoIt" and "WithInfomercial"...

[@Zzekk38]

Hahahaha spot on my dude

[@eligarcia215]

I’ve owned every bikes from every Japanese manufacturer and switched to Harley in 2017. I just bought another this year a 2002 sportster 1200 and it far exceeds any Harley big twin and any other bike I’ve ever ridden. It’s all up to the individual as to what’s the better ride or what they can afford.

[@Tcott]

"HI BILLY MAYS HERE"

[@jacobenglish5940]

Oh billy

[@birddaddydetta]

saddlebag Cs188?

[@stopitdad69]

Mark Wahlberg is that you?

[@oliviermolinas1205]

I can see your point on the Bolt regarding the general smoothness of the engine, the compliant ride and easier gearbox. I still got a Sportie though as I intend to keep it as a permanent project bike. I think there are many more customization options out there to make it "my" bike, I prefer its looks and spare parts will never be an issue. Both are fun bikes imho and you can't go wrong with either.

[@DavidLuellen]

Totally respect your reviews bro! I've owned Kawasaki and Honda cruisers, and enjoyed them all. But, I do love my 2013 883 iron! It's something about the visual line going from the top to the back. Really smooth, and slammed look! Yes, rough ride especially on bumps, but totally enjoyable around town. Mad respect to ya bro!

[@michaelwebb987]

Turns out a guy watched your video and wanted the exact bolt you test drove so he went and got it well 2 years later when I bought it he told me and now I own it. Small world love all your videos man!!

[@cafenightster4548]

Sadly, i prefer my "old tractor" 1200 sportster. No valve adjustments, plus i get 44mpg city. I have 70k without breaking apart the motor to rebuild.

[@cafenightster4548]

Lance M Every 14k miles.

[@Coco9thASOS]

Bunnyshooter 223 You should bro. I've been seriously considering adding the new '18 iron 1200 to my collection. My Bolt R-Spec is getting lonely in my garage lol.

[@Coco9thASOS]

POC Skellington you're obviously not true lover of motorcycles... and might I ask what do what you ride? Let me guess Some piece of shit sportbike? Maybe a Vespa? No, I bet you're a slow thinking, muscle shirt wearing Hyabusa guy huh. I can tell just by how you are trying to put everyone down that you're one of those Beta fuck boys. You think I give a fuck if you think that a 1200 is a bitch's bike? Dude you're opinion is soooo irrelevant, that's probably how everyone you know makes you feel huh and that's why you're on here trying to make others feel like shit cause of what THEY like?

[@douglashutchison3876]

@Myself andI Uhhhh, check out a Honda Valkyrie, 100hp straight off the floor.

[@moorshound3243]

@Bunnyshooter 223 An old SR500 is my dream bike in black & red just such a cool looking old bike.

[@farric1]

I have to be honest and say looks are really important to me when it comes to buying a cruiser. The yam is a better bike dynamically by a whisker. The styling of the yam is just dull IMHO. Harley gets my money especially with its' build quality.

[@1SaG]

This.

[@TheFirstCause]

I think the Bolts style is awesome. It is like a ultra modern, almost futuristic take on a sportster. All the little design elements and angles look great. The 883 is a classic look, but effectively unchanged aside from paint and a great new seat. The only thing I don't like about the Bolt are the two frame bars that kind of call attention to themselves between the engine and the forks. On the 883 they are closer to the engine and more integrated. Both are amazing bikes in the end.

[@farric1]

@rockn roll I think you are right. But to me, choosing a cruiser isn't necessarily a logical thing. Therefore, despite its' obvious shortcomings, the Harley is still the bike I'd rather own. Superior though the Yam maybe, I still ride half with my heart and only the rest with my brain! I also owm a fair few old brit classics so that confirms my madness.

[@memento_mori6454]

Agreed. However, they are canvasses to be modified. Personally having owned both, I can't resist the smooth ride of the Yamaha.

[@me-xz2xn]

@@1SaGthey do look great parked 😂

[@katelynlarese9435]

Dan’s modeling resume: Versatile: Poses include “arms folded” and “hands on hips.” * Facial expressions not guaranteed. Jk 💙 ya bud congrats ✌️😊

[@dbastardo1]

“If I’m gonna vibrate, I might as well vibrate hard” ... I died laughing 👍

[@McGriddle69]

Dude this is awesome I felt like I was watching the motorcycle version of Doug Demuro... I’m gonna love watching these alongside the Moto vlogs

[@christianhq45]

I have watched this man for 4 years and how has he not crushed 1mill yet?

[@Will_M600]

to be fair this is genuinely a really good review lol part of me wishes you would upload them on a other channel so people dont expect your normal kind of content, but i'd watch both.

[@Howie900]

I own a 950 SCR, Basically the the Flat Track Bolt, yes its meant to be a scrambler but to me it seems more of a flat tracker! I had the seat upgraded and repadded and for me at least the bike is perfect for everything I do. I have ridden bikes my whole life and ridden in the road for 42 years. I still own my Z1 I bought at 17 years old and have had many bikes over the years. I am 58 now and truly enjoy the SCR. Its a very good basic bike that it self serviceable and repairable. Plus it does a bit of everything and is comfortable for my 6ft 3" frame. I have covered 50,000 miles on mine and its still going strong.

[@MrJ3sser]

Rabble rabble rabble! I ride a Sporty and I tie that fact directly to my self worth. Since you prefer another bike over mine, I am deeply offended and will become increasingly defensive over your dissenting opinion. Rabble rabble rabble! Jokes aside, I do love my Sporty 48 though. 😂

[@dhldls1396]

@POC Skellington that is also just your opinion, which none of us care about.

[@iwannaride321]

Hey Dan, it’s great to see how your content has changed over the course of the past few years. These types videos are some of the greatest things you’ve put up. It’s interesting, it’s full or info, and it’s fun. Keep it up.

[@BOSKD]

DoItWithDemuro

[@desmondfromlost]

BOSK with the quirks and features

[@dennislizotte315]

Install a 1200cc kit and you pay insurance for 883.

[@michaelhoffman8090]

That's the way I went

[@bobbyutube1]

So when you claim you get 883 back right!? Hahaaaa

[@Gunshow0]

Wait explain lol

[@jackmcdonald3355]

Technically insurance fraud

[@ZombieZim713]

@@jackmcdonald3355 the insurance difference is so minute its dumb people claim this as a plus

[@knerdrider]

The Forty Eight is probably my favorite Harley. You’re right, with a decent seat and handlebars it’s a great bike. And the Bolt’s even better?? Now I gotta try one...

[@DOITWITHDAN]

Justin Hughes one of my wet dream motorcycles

[@xeronicus]

I was never really a fan of HD until i got some time on a HD 48...It's comfy as FUUUUCK.

[@antisnafu]

I have both. A sportster is 2x the bike in performance and quality. I’d say the bolt might be the best starter bike available though. It’s akin to riding a Vespa. Like it feels like you are riding a scooter IMO.

[@joegama1860]

Lmao 48!

[@seanbutler2291]

Shane Miller no thats just your harley pride, its only 2x as powerful if u have a stage 3 screaming eagle setup, power to weight ratio my friend, the harley may have 200 extra ccs but its also much heavier, so that makes a stock 1200 sporty run 13.6-14 sec 1/4 miles which is almost identical to the bolt. Look at the vulcan 650s, 650cc inline twin and itll knock the socks off both the sportster and the bolt

[@Stand-back-up]

I just got a 2014 Bolt with 6500 miles on it blacked out with Vince and Hines full staggered exhaust and air intake. People say she sounds like a 1200, looks absolutely beautiful, and rides like a dream... only thing is you can’t see the damn speedometer.

[@XPsychowaffleX]

My only complaint about the bolt was the dash. But i loved how much smoother it was than the harley. so much less vibration and chatter under heavy braking. oh yeah much better brakes lol. Just needs an aftermarket exhaust and it sounds great!

[@steviewndrbread1976]

BuhLakeh agreed. I went with the Koso meter.

[@XJlover90]

I need that koso Gauge in my life. I would love to see rpm. I think I'm gunna do the Ivans flash first though

[@steviewndrbread1976]

ToolmanHenderson absolutely worth the price. Best mod you can get

[@MrTakdown5]

I kinda like how quiet it is though, i typically work til 12am on certain nights and i like to be able to not wake my family up, but the only downside is that its a huge ass canister. Im gonna get the bassani pipes though, which are quite the opposite of quiet

[@Claymireko]

I have the 2015 Bolt, the only time I have had problems reading the dash is when the sun hits the crome ring and blinds me if I look at it at a certain angle, but I have never EVER had problems actually reading it.

[@_Doctah_Pina]

Dude. You and fort9 are the only two channels I've found with good reviews that dont end with people saying "they're all great bikes." Keep it up.

[@georgecostanza2695]

Love the vid but just want to offer a slight correction @10:40. The only Sportsters that have a 4.5 gal tank are the Custom and Superlow. A few others such as the Roadster and Iron have a 3.3. The 48 and all others have the iconic 2.1gal peanut tank. Also, the older 1200’s may have only gotten 36mpg, but published figures for the new 1200s and 883s are 48 and 51mpg respectively.

[@donniemcknighsva]

I started on a 74 AMF Ironhead sporty, then went to an 09 883, and now ride a 90 Low Rider. The Bolt does look like a good bike. I've never rode a metric bike, but its cool that people like them. It's not what you ride, its that you're out there riding.

[@MrRee4u]

Nice comparison although the bigger bore on the 1200 is actually LIGHTER than the 883 because they litterally bore out more metal, I had a 1200 and 883 weighed and confirmed this, however it's not much of a diffrence, the way to go is get the 883 for cheap and order/install the hammer 1275 kit, save on insurance and cost of the bike plus it's all bolt on for $800. And btw I do motovlogs on my channel as well (still newish to the game) but wanted to say I appreciate the work and dedication I've seen on your channel/videos, take care and ride safe bro!!!

[@NATAWS9]

A lot of stuff he claimed was pretty lacking. I couldn't handle it when he said that the extra displacement air was weighing the bike down and goes on to come up with the most obscene description of vibration he could come up with for a bike with the same rubber engine mounts. He tries his best to make 30 lbs sound as heavy as possible and somehow claims a 51 mpg to 36 mpg drop from the 883 to 1200 which is nonsense for anyone to even think the 883 has 42% improved fuel economy over the 1200. His torque numbers were nonsense as well to make the 48 sound as underpowered as he could. He then claims there is no engine difference between the 883 and the 1200 besides the displacement, which is wrong since the 1200 has a pretty decent upgrade in heads. He was also looking directly at the 2 gal tank with the camera and said that it had a 4.5 gal tank. Then he goes on to claim the Sportster loses because of worse reliability than the Yamaha without any evidence of it. It's bullshit that no one should listen to. He obviously doesn't know very detailed info about what he was making a video about.

[@meanwhileinbronze.5655]

NATA Lol, Harley is not more reliable than Yamaha, GTFO.

[@NATAWS9]

You are a gullible fool. It wasn't many years ago when all the sheep thought all the Japanese bikes were cheap shit that broke all the time. Don't be a gullible fool. Don't make sweeping generalizations without actual reasons to back it up. Please explain to me how an Evo engine is less reliable than a Bolt engine or shut the hell up. I don't listen to fools.

[@meanwhileinbronze.5655]

NATA the only gullible fool here is you. I bet you still think Harley is American made, LMAO. While Harleys have gotten better their major failure rate as 2017 is still a whopping 26%. That's 1 in 4 dumbass. What makes this number even more significant is that a lot af Hardley Ablesons riders only rider on weekends. I USED to own a sporster 1200 and at 20k I had to rebuild the top end. I ride year round, and put 16k a year on my motorcycles. The Harley lasted me less than a year and a half. Overpriced pos. Rebuilt it and sold it. For you to try and compare Yamaha reliability with Harley has got to be the dumbest thing I ever heard and only a fool would say they are in the same level. You want proof, Google that shit yourself, any motorcycle magazine, user reviews, KZbin videos they all have the same thing in common and all say the same thing for a reason, Harley is not reliable. Harley riders are nothing but posers playing dress up with their bullshit bandanas, and assless chaps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6vdnYFor6hrhrc

[@NATAWS9]

Almost everything you said is bullshit and proves you are a fool. 1. I've never said anything about HD being or not being American made. I'd call this a strawman, but it has to appear to be logical to be a strawman which it isn't... 2. Their failure rate is 26%? What exactly are you even talking about? Failure of what? The Evo? The big twins? The Revolution engines? The spokes loosened on a wheel? GTFO of here with those bullshit made up stats. 3. HD owners only ride on weekends? Is this whole comment of yours a fucking fantasy you invent in your head to feel good about yourself?" 4. You owned a Sportster and had to rebuild the top end at 20K miles. This doesn't prove reliability since there are individual cases from every mass produced motorcycle that can claim the same. Also, the Evo heads are one of the best parts of that motor. It is a quad cam OHV with perfectly parallel rods that allow for extra high lift and airflow compared to the big twins and their off-angled rod-to-rocker contact. How is this worse than the faux-OHV heads on the Bolt? You failed to ID what even failed on your bike. 5. You put 16K miles on your bike before? I don't care and didn't ask. And you wanting to over-exaggerate shit on the internet is irrelevant and makes you look like a child. 6. I didn't compare Yamaha reliability to HD, do you fail at reading comprehension? I clearly could though, since ALL motorcycles on the road are comparable. 7. I don't want proof. I want you to list an actual factual point on what is inferior between the two engines instead of bullshit generalizations and fantasies that are for fools. If you don't want to do that, then why are you even commenting to me? 8. HD riders all dress up and wear assless chaps? Do you know anything that isn't a bullshit made-up fantasy in your head?

[@2dollarkevin]

These are just the bikes I'm considering... thank you SO much, greetings from Mexico.

[@hermatred572]

oh boy, a new RCR video! hold on...

[@pigwigpa]

hermatred cup of hot brown.

[@samueltaylor8173]

Hahaha thought the same thing

[@CurtisL8.3066]

I’m sure Mr Regular would mention penis size and receding hairlines a little more than Dan did in the above video

[@noelabourgoin4561]

I own a 2014 bolt. I have owned Harleys as well. I get up on the highway for hours at 65-85 or so and no prob running this bike hard! I've topped it at 116mph. I have put 12" apes and bored out the baffles and put a tuner in line! Next I will be adding forward controls, bobbing the rear fender and putting a spring seat on! Not as heavy as I would like, but I love this bike

[@Yongeboy]

How about a Vulcan?

[@VikingBagsYT]

Great video! We here at Viking Bags really appreciate your content, keep it up!

[@afellowuser]

The 48 has a 2.2 gallon tank. When you said 4.5 gallons you’re thinking of the 1200 custom

[@Shittytintprius]

I commute about 50 miles each day on the bolt c spec I’m transitioning from tracking my old R1! I love the c spec it’s handle bars feel like clip ons the foot pegs are sporty positioning yet comfortable enough to cruiser for those 50 miles plus the luxury of cars hearing you and moving out the way is so nice also gunna track this bad boy soon after I tweak it out

[@stuglenn1112]

Ya no doubt the Bolt is probably a "better" bike than the Sportster . BUT, yes big but, in 10 years the Bolt will be worth exactly the price of the going rate for it's weight in scrap metal. The Sporty will still be worth some serious jingle. Not saying I agree with that, not even saying it make sense, but that's just the way it is.

[@fordstang1997]

The main reason I bought a sportster is because of the past availability (oem and aftermarket)

[@GrecoRoman123]

5:14 Sounds like I'll be holding on to my Magna for a few more years.

[@jetblackknight4638]

You respect this man's unbiased opinion, very informative video two thumbs up. 😎

[@luhdacrismoto3388]

This has some quasi yamminoob undertones to it. Nice vid!

[@piraro98]

Dan I want to buy these bikes just because of the hand movement it’s so majestic

[@gpeirce556]

I tried the bolt. I didn't much care for it. The sporster had the rumble an ride I liked.

[@seanbutler2291]

hi its called aftermarket pipes, and environmental regulations.

[@funktronix]

i dont quite think 98% of any motorcycle riders have "polluting the atmosphere" as the number one thing on their mind, when mirin the badassery of the rumble going on beneath them

[@gpeirce556]

porkchop express there both low to moderate as stock. When you start adding stuff on then it gets worse .that goes for any bike . except the Electric ones. . thanks for your input though.

[@larryhouse2767]

That's one expensive vibrator.

[@TheSmitty-js2rj]

YOU MAKE VERY HIGH QUALITY REVIEWS. Props to you 🤘🏻👍🏻

[@MegaRhino101]

11:38 literally dying from laughter.

[@knight702]

Thanks for the the review. Fort Nine also gave the Bolt a thumbs up in one of his vids - and his analysis is absolute.

[@TheBearCave]

The Bolt is an amazing bike & YES, it is better than the Sportster in every aspect! Great review!

[@Riverside_Lawns_n_Garden]

I love my 2004 XL1200R Roadster. So much fun on the road to cruise and on the twisties

[@Grey_Beard72]

If you couldn't tell the difference between the two at first glance, you are blind.

[@darkpassenger7064]

I ride a Buell cyclone with the 1200cc Harley engine. Ya, it vibrates bad. It's basically like riding the paint mixer at home depot with a couple of wheels attached. Now mind you it handles amazing the way the suspension is set up. I've owned many different Harley's throughout the years. Now that I've owned a couple of Buells, I like where I'm at.

[@SuperCrazymonkey18]

“Lucky for you, I came prepared” LMAOOO

[@nickbelouin1120]

Dudes definitely taking notes from regular car reviews and I’m here for it

[@lukaswalcroft4349]

10/10 video i would love to see more like this!

[@Woodrow1995]

You monster. Keep em comming. These types of videos, in this high end quality, is so rare. You sir are killing it

[@ZackGoes]

sick video

[@thomasbarnardjr9657]

Bottom line, this comes down to a personal choice on what you want. I have 2 sportsters. My 88, 883 which is now a rigid converted to 1200 with buell xb heads. The bike got totaled when a horse trailer broke at the hitch and came straight at me hitting the bike on the rear swingarm totally destroying the frame. We rebuilt the bike as a bobber style rigid, and now the bike is undergoing some key changes (most notable engine). I love this bike. I love the ride. It's super low to the ground with very little lean angle, and I can still handle the curves comfortably, and hold the line better than any softail I've owned. And yes it was my first Harley. My current daily rider is an 03 883 xlh. It's a really good bike for what it is. It has 9 in mini apes slightly rolled up, and a custom 2 into 1 exhaust . It's by no means a powerhouse, but it has more than enough power to feel safe on the highway. It's been lowered with burly super slammer shocks, and the front tubes were adjusted to match. It's comfortable to ride, and can be ridden all day without any issues. Keep in mind, this is by no means some big touring bike where you don't feel anything. You definitely feel the vibration in the road. But I like that. I like that feel because it lets me know what the bike is doing, and how it's responding in its current environment. I love both of my bikes. I have never ridden Yamaha's bolt, but I am a fan of these bikes. I like the look, but not because it resembles the sportster. Yes, it has some similarities, but it still maintains its own particular style. I do hate the airbox it has though, and it is known that the these bikes do have some quirks and issues to deal with. But that is the case with every single motorcycle there is. All of these models are great bikes. This is not gonna be about what bike is best... it's about what bike is best for you. And just so you don't think I'm set on Harleys, I've owned and ridden several different bikes. My first streetbike was a 97 Kawasaki Zephyr 500. It was a great little bike that was super fun. I also had a 2010 Honda Fury. Man I loved that bike, and would own another one in a heartbeat if the opportunity arrived. My last Japanese bike was a 97 Yamaha Vstar 650 classic. I bought it after finding it in a yard where it sat for a year and a half without being started. I took it home, and rode it for the first time 4 hours later. Carb work, new pipes, AIS delete, and j slammed suspension completed my work on the bike. I bought it to be a quick flip, but ended up keeping it for 2 1/2 years before selling it. The bike was horrible in slow speed handling, but after slamming it down, was perfect. It was still smooth and comfortable to ride. The only reason I sold it was because it was too small. A bike needs to fit the rider. You shouldn't rule out any bike without riding it, and seeing how you feel about it. That being said, there's truly no way to say which bike is better. It's which bike is better for you.

[@jacksonphelps4592]

As a Honda guy who is a HD convert #dynaBro it doesn't take much to beat a a sportster

[@stevemalzone6081]

That's funny since a stock 1200 Sporty is quicker than pretty much every big twin out of the box. Yeah, you'll inch on me at 90 when I run out of gear, great job. You want a quick tossable bike, get a Sporty. You want fast, get a V-Rod. You want the best of neither world, get a Dyna.

[@Jahpham]

Honest review/opinion. I've had my Bolt for over 3.5 years and hands down it is the best decision I had ever made. Very reliable as I had only changed the tires once and had 3 oil changes. Everything still performs to this. This is a great bike for someone who does not want to pay the "Harley Tax" on parts and the bike itself. Not knocking Harleys as they are nice bikes but I ride with friends who have both 883s and 1200s Sportsters and their maintenance tab is much higher than mine. The only downside is that the aftermarket parts are a bit harder to find than Sportsters. However, I had still managed to get Vance & Hines exhaust, intake, fuelpak, LED headlights, Hagon performance stocks, Baron mini apes, and a warrior fairing/cowl. Really fun bike to own. It is definitely faster than the 883 but a bit slower than the 1200. However, with the proper aftermarket parts and an ECU flash it will bring it a bit closer. At the end of the day it is a well rounded bike.

[@Zach_A]

2:16 What happened there? "Around 50 HP, witch is 20 pounds less than a gen 2 hyabusa".

[@douglasbaxter3346]

Zachary Adams and the cubic cm

[@sinner7947]

I have a 2004 883 and love it. This was an awesome review and I think if your looking for a bike. Go out and sit on some at a dealership to see what bike suits your comfort. My 883 is a dream to ride.

[@carreirasolo-duasrodas6083]

Que pena que a Bolt não é comercializada no Brazil!

[@hellonwheels379]

I'm digging that Bolt. It definitely an eye catcher. Thanks for such an in depth video.

[@SjMotoVlogs]

Regularca... motorcyclereviews

[@OgreMoto]

"IT'S NOT A CAR!!!"

[@MananaMan]

OHGSOHDKGH FIBER MORE FIBER

[@cameronschaefer1472]

SHEMALE PORN ADDICTION

[@brothermanv]

😂 😂 My thoughts exactly

[@scowler92]

"UUUUUUURRRRGH THIS ISN'T A CAR!!!"

[@jbojason5312]

Mate you have such a good way with these motorbike review comparison video’s please bring them back

[@RozierQ]

But Dan ... The Bolt looks like shit.

[@drzaius844]

This. The Bolt is probably a fine motorcycle but if the look of it doesn't grab me by the balls, it isn't worth much to me. That 883 looks beautiful compared to the generic-looking Bolt with gawdawful tank seams - the overall shape of the Bolt looks like a banana to me, like a freaking Virago from the '80s. I have a 2006 Sporty 1200 and I love it, but stock Sporties need help. I modded the shit out of mine, because the stock brakes and suspension suck hard, it was a dangerous bike given how I ride. Bought it used with 7K miles on it, have 35K on there now and no reliability issues. None. Extremely reliable bike and going strong. The only motorcycle I've owned that has given me trouble was a Yamaha Seca II. Yes the Sporty shakes, we call it character lol. I test rode a Softtail once (b motor with counterbalancers) and I couldn't even tell it was running, I hated it. How do you even know when to shift??? I imagine I would dislike the Bolt as well. Sportsters are not about refinement, they are about 1957 American locomotive aggression, and a copycat from Japan doesn't make sense to me, especially when the cost and reliability is the same. There is a Bolt in my neighborhood with an aftermarket exhaust, it sounds really good. As long as you ride, you're cool in my book. PS. That 1200 in the video was all wrong. Z bars and a springer seat? Come on.

[@KevinS-bm4io]

2018 bolt looks great. Check it out.

[@mudfatherBULLSHiT]

Yeeeeahhhh that's what I was thinking the whole time. It looks like a knockoff. Less refined. Sure, on paper it mignt look better and handle better, but the harley imo looks much better. It sucks that its not as quick.

[@Jacobowitness]

My bolt feels smaller but when I see pictures it looks like a big bike but ecu flash helps with that lag when you give it gas

[@Cstoreri]

Better in every way? No comparison in build quality, no comparison in resale value. Yamaha can’t give the Bolt away there are 2014,-2016 Bolts on dealers showrooms in my area for 3000 dollars off msrp and still don’t sell. As far as dealer support and fellowship of riders you can’t even compare. That being said I think you should ride whatever you like wth out any prejudice. I have owned magnas,Vulcans.boulevards,nighthawks,road kings,iron883,forty eight,1200custom, enjoyed them all in their own way.

[@Rusty-Gold]

Sean Butler i believe the bolt has steel fenders too tho

[@seanbutler2291]

Yona than lmao thats hilarious!! That means the one argument harley guys make is completely invalid😂😂😂😂

[@jordandiprizio7253]

Sean butler how many bolts were sold in 2017? do you know?

[@seanbutler2291]

Jordan DiPrizio not exactly i know in 2016 it was yamaha stars 3rd best selling bike, and they had to release the next years crop early cuz it was selling so well. Why do you ask?

[@miguela4375]

Took me 6 months to decide which to buy and i ended up with A 2014 all black first bolt model. If i was to pick again i would do the yam bolt again. My fav is HD street bob but if YAM makes a bigger bolt with a bigger engine i would go with it too

[@darrencorbit5994]

4:43 I'm ded you can see the paper he's reading off of in the reflection of his glasses

[@jeffproctor7676]

just bought a bolt with v&h exhaust and high flow intake get to pick it up on tuesday :D have not had a bike since the pandemic im hella excited

[@mva051988]

You made me buy a 883. Thank you 😆

[@parktaejoon1777]

This was comical! But hey, I bought my Yam from you guys and, sadly sold it back to ya'll too. But the Bolt came out right when I first took my bike home, and I thought back then one day I was getting this bike... one day! Glad to see this comparison. its a harley world where I live and me getting this bike is gonna stir up some attention especially once I turn the fairings pink! I look forward to it.

[@MrAcer311]

Dan, snap crackle pop, your recording with a bowl of cereal

[@thebige8428]

I lost the license plate bracket on the ride home on my 2016 883. Then the exhaust bolts came loose and then dragged on the ground. Then the air filter bolt fell off so the cover went flying... then I upgraded the exhaust and bolted it on with red lock tight. One of the bolts is already gone. Got an oil leak at 8000 miles.

[@macuss87]

This video feels sped up. Especially the voice over part.

[@jonathanb6911]

That 1200 looks nice asf , I'm really looking for a bolt now

[@crucifyrobinhood]

Hey. What's the difference between a Harley and a Hoover? The location of the dirtbag.

[@thomassalotto7283]

CrucifyRobinHood right on ❗️😁

[@mudfatherBULLSHiT]

Ahaha good one.

[@twilightshooter4990]

I read that joke in EasyRiders mag 1983 and you fucked it up ,silly. What's the difference between a Harley-Davidson and a Hoover vacuum cleaner ? ANSWER : You can get two dirt bags on a Harley !

[@eddgong]

phuquewe

[@cembanditx1]

Twilight Shooter what was old, is new again. The circle continues.

[@godfatherNYC]

I LOVED my V-Rod Muscle. But I had purchased a 1200 NightRod Sportster before it, and just like this 883, even with 5 gears, one more than my first sportster 20-some years ago, the 1200 STILL revved WAY too high trying to cruise at 80+ mph. And sorry, that's how fast highway traffic often goes, and you HAVE to be able to keep up for your own safety. There was a time when I wouldn't have even considered that Yamaha, but you are absolutely right about all of this stuff. Thanks!

[@666madmal]

The 48 is not the only 1200 Sportster H-D make. Re sale of Harley is going to be much better than the bolt.

[@robertmoreland1220]

The bolt's motor started off as a 1982 vx920r virago (chain drive) which took the land speed record (was a shaft drive model) on nos in 83 if i recall

[@flushiez]

Is this Doug demuro? What am I watching LOL

[@b_mb4948]

Someone else mentioned that Doug was Dan's inspiration for this style of videos...

[@flushiez]

Rick Nobbins lol did you watch the video? The only thing missing was the Doug score

[@nglanister]

~q~u~a~r~k~s_a~n~d_f~e~a~t~u~r~e~s~

[@blockeduser5769]

Dude , you have my respect for being honest ... I wasn't sure which way you were going to go. I knew the Bolt was the way to go if your looking for a 50 hp bike, which I could never force myself to ride after being spoiled by the near 200 hp of the current R1'... But you came thru at the end and admitted what some of us already knew. Kudos Dan RESPECT

[@kevinmayer1582]

I've got to say, I personally own a 2011 Sportster I bought while I was working for a honda-yamaha dealer and I have rode my fair share of Yamaha bolts, but I completely disagree with the bolt feeling like a better bike. The cylinder head and air box on the bolt dig into your leg and the pegs and exhaust are absolutely in a terrible location. As far as a comfortable ride the Sportster wins without any argument. If you want a small cruiser that isn't a Harley buy a Honda Shadow. Much more comfortable and still fun

[@louie111887]

I love my 2019 bolt r spec. Mine is silver and I love it. I bought it in march and I can’t tell you how many people have asked me if it’s a Harley lol. And it’s my first bike and I feel like the power is perfect for me. The bike is quick enough to be fun but not accidentally over throttle and slide out or 12 o clock it hahaha