Here we go AGAIN! My Harley Davidson needs work...

[@HerTwoWheels]

Boy am I glad my bike waited for winter to break! haha! Check out the video of her last breakdown! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jn3Ghmx-lKiAqqM

[@ChaseJasperDown]

Hahaha! I yell at Siri too. 😂 Yeah you’ve really gotta learn your bike and trust your riding capabilities. Those roads look amazing. We don’t have that in Florida. Lol!

[@tmalcolm6138]

I’m in Canada and we have snow here so no more riding for me lol.

[@AussieTKLOCKS]

Hey, Jess. I have been trying to figure out what GoPro adaptor shell holder you have. It's not linked and my own adaptor was causing me issues by just flopping in the breeze. Can you please link which one you use? Thanks!

[@bittysmallssea5006]

For what it's worth, sometimes silence can tell a story better than words. Don't feel like you need to fill every second of your videos w/ words. Let the video speak for you. Often I find myself getting fatigued just trying to watch your videos :) I challenge you to do one where you don't talk at all, or just a quick intro and out at the end - You might find this better for your own efforts as well.

[@HerTwoWheels]

@@bittysmallssea5006 If you do not like my videos, I don't feel like that's my error to correct. sounds like you need to go watch an ASMR channel and leave the judgy comments there. until then... please enjoy a video where I don't say a s.i.n.g.l.e. word. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIXcmYSlpLV0d5I

[@GoodLifeRiders]

Thinking the Dyna is rebeling against the Scrambler. She's jelly.

[@phoso29]

I agree!

[@jerridabblett2082]

She probably doesn't have a gremlin bell my bike tried to run like shit until someone finally bought me a bell

[@LPSENTERTAINMENT08]

33K on my 09 Dyna Lowrider and had to replace front and rear wheel bearings, neck bearings, fork seals, regulator and stator and now my compensator is starting to go, luckily I own a Fatboy a Sportster and a Kawasaki Versys so I always have a bike to ride and in Florida that is important. Best thing about Harleys is you'll never run out of content! Love the Scrambler, keep up the great videos!

[@johngilbert1047]

When my compensator went bad, it would start fine cold, it was only after it warmed up that it sounded like that. I did get a new one before it quit completely. For those H-D haters, it gets real old listening to you. H-D tried to build a “modern” engine. The V Rod. It didn’t sell well. We buy Harleys for the vibration, the noise, the experience. If I wanted a sewing machine, I’d get a Gold Wing. I got what I wanted. Because my budget was limited, my Ultra Classic was 11 years old when I bought it. H-D has flaws. They all do. Other than the comp, it’s been a great bike. It has 65000 miles on it and I’m putting 8k per year on it at least.

[@JohnnyXoz]

Harley didn't build the V Rod, Porsche did, that's why it didn't sell, it wasn't a 'real' Harley. But if vibration and noise does it for you, all good.

[@A_Ride_To]

@@JohnnyXoz don't act like if harley would have come up with that engine themselves it would have sold better.

[@reneelove7513]

You went out shopping for a sewing machine and came home with a Goldwing?? Wow, you have deep pockets! That explains why when you went out shopping for a motorcycle to ended up with a Harley.

[@johngilbert1047]

@@reneelove7513 Reading for comprehension. You should try it sometime.

[@carlgriffith4660]

I see a pattern of defensiveness in some of your comments, like this one. However, I agree, if you purchased a H-D for the vibration, the loud noise and the experience of constant break downs, you did buy the right brand. I had a springer softtail myself and the poor thing spent more time in the harley shop garage than my garage, but when it was running it was fun to ride. Take the critics with stride.

[@97delkron]

This reminded of something I pretty much had forgotten about. Way back in mid 90’s while out riding my 89fxr on interstate I felt something amiss. Pulled over figuring compensator loosened from crank. Had to walk around and find beer and pop cans to cut up to drain primary fluid into. Pulled cover and sure enough.. it was loose. I always carry a small pipe wrench in tool kit and it opened just enough to get hold of the 1 1/2” nut. Had to find a big enough rock to whack it hard enough to tighten to get going again. Made it back home just fine. Book says not to use an impact to tighten that but but I wasn’t going to chance it again. Some loctite and impact and never happened again. I had tried in past to tighten that thing but has high torque value. Myself, brother and neighbor tried torquing that thing before but nearly impossible to hold engine from moving while torquing. One guy work torque wrench while other 2 try holding bike from moving while in gear and holding breaks! Fun times working on old bikes. Thanks for jogging the memory.

[@charlesherron9619]

Just changed my stator, regulator, front and rear tire and back brakes. I enjoy working on it as much as like to ride. Be safe!

[@coffindancer38]

I bought my first harley because i wanted to learn how they work. I was amazied. Of course riding it is a huge thrill too!

[@chukhentcy5642]

Hey Jess, check out Legends Suspension fork tube kit for your Dyna. Maybe you can contact Legends and see if they will let you have front and rear suspension at cost or maybe comp you the parts if you put their stickers on your bike and show them some love? Harrow can install them for you and they have a lifetime warranty. Your girl and you will both love them! Also, you might check into a compensator eliminator. My Son runs one on his FXR And I'm doing some engine upgrades to my RoadKing and I'm probably going to go that way as well. If you do stay with a compensator, you might ask Harlow to upgrade you to a Screamin' Eagle compensator cuz I understand that the compensator on the 96" is basically the same as the one used on the 88" and they aren't really up to the task of your more powerful motor. Good Luck!

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

It doesn't start well in winter. It's good to hear your clear voice. The driving video is so cool. I'm glad to see your great channel again. From Woongkham, a South Korean KZbinr. 🤗🤗🤗👍👍👍

[@FRESHx913x]

Cue the "if you just go with this brand you'll never have problems" comments See multiple saying triumph is the be all end all. Ignoring regulator/ rectifier issues. Stator failures. Cam chain tensioner issues. Engine whine anyone? Fact is if you actually ride a bike more than a hundred miles a year you will have issues and failures. Period. The "12000 miles in 5 years" comments on whatever brand you choose is no indicator of reliability.

[@BigSmittyRiding]

That’s the great thing about owning a HD, limitless content for fixes and upgrades! Glad you got her running again.

[@generichards6497]

Things on all motorcycles were out or break that's part of owning any vehicle be it a car, truck, boat or motorcycle. Stay safe out there what ever you're on or in.

[@bill_4359]

I own a 2008 HD Dyna 96 ci , six speed. 34,500 miles on it. No failures on it. I do all my own maintenance. You shoukd install True Track Inc. Engine stabilizers on your front and rear motor mounts. Makes all the difference. No high speed death wobble. Swing arm goes through the trans case not the frame. Your rear wheel is rubber mounted to the engine. I also own a 2017 Triumph Street Cup 900 cc. Change my fluids myself because the dealership would over fill the engine oil sump.

[@jonathanpaulharr6267]

I would like to say that I am personally glad that you switch back doing your blogging on weekdays. You need to have the weekends off to have that time for you, your husband, family, and friends. Thank you for doing what you do. LOVE YOUR CHANNEL, and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK❤️

[@avuscnscot]

If you don't have a road service which covers Motorcycle Towing, look into an AMA membership. It helps a good organization and gets you some towing coverage for the bikes and cars. Saves you from ever having to worry about a tow when something goes wrong.

[@dennisconner2472]

Have them check the ring gear on you clutch and the splines on the clutch hub while they have it apart. I’m a mechanic at a Harley dealership and those parts get overlooked A LOT and a lot of the time when the compensator goes out it damages those parts too! Hit me up if you have any questions or need any help with it

[@SA-hk8xj]

Please keep us posted on if the compensator was actually replaced, or if it was something else that needed servicing. I’d be curious what was done to her. Thanks for posting as always. 👍😎

[@hawgryder13]

I went riding this past weekend. Olympia, WA has a Toy Run every year (it was started by ABATE of WA back in the '70s but got too big for the organization to manage so a coalition of clubs/organizations now runs it). Anyway, due to Covid this year the run was "virtual" which means you turn in a toy at one of the designated spots and you can buy a Toy Run pin if you want (I did). Saturday (the day the run would have been) was sunny and low 50s so I jumped on the King rode to the usual run site and rode the route, a Toy Run of one, I was surprised no one else showed up. It was a great day for a run and today looks like the last clear day for awhile so guess I'll get the girl out and put some more miles on her before Winter really sets in. Hope you girl gets home soon, Jess. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@aragos32727]

Mine is going too. That "clunk" when it starts while warm. Hopefully I can get a decent paying job this coming year. Stupid Covid. Probably better to just go back in the military.

[@TeriWright]

I had to have my compensator replaced right after I bought my heritage. That's a thing about 96 twin cams. It had 26,000 miles on it. Thank goodness it was under warranty.

[@HerTwoWheels]

Lmao! I have 26,000 miles too!

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Harley has monkied around with compensators for years and they screw them up on a regular basis. My 2012 Dyna Switchback started making noise on my 4 corners ride and 2 dealerships told me "that's normal, all Harleys sound like that" B.S. they don't ! I finally found a dealership in So Cal who figured out the bolt holding the Screaming Eagle comp sprocket on was a couple of thousands longer then the hole it went into and the bolt bottomed out before full torque was applied. A shim or two and she sounded just like brand new again. If you can get the Extended Service Protection plan (extended warranty) including wheels and tires. I have had 6 tires replaced at a cost of 50 bucks each. Well worth the money for the warranty. No one take this as bashing Harley as I still have the FXE Superglide I bought Nov 11, 1977, and my 1998 FLHTPI former police bike. They do require a bit of looking at but anything mechanical does also.

[@MrBombom25]

Glad you made it home ok, luv your videos. Thanks for sharing😇

[@MotoMengy]

Regarding the future video showing your channel costs you mentioned, I'd love to see that. My channel isn't costing me anything to make content since the cameras are paid for, so I'm curious to see whats costing you so much!

[@philipriecks6808]

If you are opening up the forks I would recommend replacing them with a Legends or something similar. The difference is amazing.

[@Lordstephen7813]

Ooo! Ow! That sounded bad. When you looked down , I literally could feel your emotion , so relatable. I hope she's a simple fix. All the best.

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

Glad to hear you didn't get stuck somewhere waiting for a tow truck. My suggestion is to get the necessary tools and learn your way around the bike. If you yourself don't feel comfortable learning I know Jordan would be. It's well worth the investment in tools and the knowledge gained learning how to fix it yourself is worth it's weight in gold. I can't even add up how much I've saved in labor charges over the past fifteen years but I know it's many thousands.

[@julescrooks2616]

Winter is best time to get everything done on your bike. Weather not good for riding and mechanics aren't as busy so they want the work. The other reason is to get everything fixed in winter is so it doesn't break when weather is nice in summer

[@carterhart5435]

Jess, 2 of those inexpensive "milkhouse" electric heaters will get your garage plenty warm enough to work comfortably. Turn them on an hour before you want to work.

[@bikerbrinrac]

Great you had a ride on the Dyna. It looks cool and has a great sounding pipe. That starting issue to me sounds like a eg starter motor issue or power to the starter motor. I'm sure the Harley Dealer will sort that issue out easily. I wouldn't normally do anything with the forks on a service unless the fork seals are leaking or forks are spongy etc. Forks cost alot to pull apart & may not be needed to be touched at all.

[@johnpicton4306]

I had an Harley Fat Bob and I had to be towed back home to many times, I was told originally not to buy a Harley after the year 2000 and I got a 2013 and it always broke down after 80miles so I handed it back and got my second Triumph Thunderbird 1600 and after 2 years never broke down. I also have an 2001 Yamaha XJR1300SP Yellow, I have had 4 of these and they are brilliant to. I can understand about Harley's in your country because they have been around for any years and people won't change. Good on YAH!

[@CraigSmith568]

Glad you weren't stranded. Lucky for us we get to see some Triumph content.

[@DennisJPolson]

Glad the Dyna will be okay. You have some great choices of what to ride when the weather permits. So happy for you, Jess!

[@MrShortcut70]

That's the right attitude, smile and take a ride on the alternative bike. Hope your Dyna has no other issues and the service goes as planned, fingers crossed. Cheers from Germany o7

[@TobyNorthEN]

HEY!!!! Jess, why is an empty P.O. Box embarrassing?!?! You got out on your baby (Dyna) and rode! That is what's important! Keep your energy and positivity going! We love you and look forward to you turning your ideas and concepts into great channel content! 👊🤘

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

"Ooohh, my compensator is going bad..." 😳 I have to make a notification ringtone out of that one 🤣🤣

[@HerTwoWheels]

Hahaha

[@walterfechter8080]

An old H-D mechanic once told me, "If you want a good Harley, tear it down and rebuild it the right way." No argument there.

[@n4zou]

It's the same with cold war era Soviet Union Motorcycles. I found a Dnepr MT-11 sidecar motorcycle in a barn. It was made in the KMZ factory in Kiev Ukraine when it was a Soviet Union block country. Russia used the Ukrainians as slave labor and the bike was built that way. I had to take everything apart and rebuild it properly. All the valves in the heads leaked. The head gaskets leaked. The piston ring gaps were all in line. Then there was the broken drill bit left in the oil gally feeding the rear crankshaft bearing. The Dnepr was imported in 1992 after the collapse of the Soviet Union. After rebuilding I rode it from the middle of March to the end of October with no problems at all. How it's getting a paint job and all new rubber to make it better than it rolled out of KMZ.

[@dixiedoo5876]

Yes, and it makes a huge difference as to who is doing the wrenching. My hubby is an old school biker, a perfectionist and an awesome mechanic. I've seen many other "mechanic's" have to do much more wrenching just because they get in a hurry or simply don't have the skills to do it correctly, the first time.

[@mikealbright2470]

You might want to ask at the desk when you check your PO box. You might have packages that won't fit. Hey at least you weren't stranded! Take care of her and she'll take care of you. Ride safe!

[@HerTwoWheels]

They usually leave a note if there is a package behind the desk. I got home and realized the “notification” I saw was for junk mail. (I didn’t even know that could happen with PO Boxes?!) and my post office tends to pitch those before it ever makes it to the box.

[@ChrisH930S]

That’s why I sold my old Norton and bought a new fxst, love it, 100% reliable.

[@martinkies6580]

Hi Jess, love your channel. Go with a hard sprocket (if you ride mellow), no springed compensator: it will last forever. Or, Baker makes a really good one (more expensive, but likely will never fail).

[@bryanjohnson3696]

So sorry about the bike problems . You’re right better now than on the road somewhere 😥

[@davidnicholson7798]

30k service....they will replace the fork oil, check the neck bearings, replace brake fluid..etc. won't need to do extra unless they find a problem or leak. You'll be all good. Ride on and be safe.

[@icefire001]

Not that I have any hate for Harley... But I just got a 1986 Honda Shadow that runs perfectly, not a thing has ever broken on it. Resurrected it from my dad's garage, cleaned the carbs, dust her off and a classic is reborn. It just seems like they're poorly made for the amount of money that they ask for them. I'll never ever hate on someone for owning what they like. If you like Harleys, great, you definitely don't have to defend how you spend your money to anyone, ever.

[@rayropa625]

Like you, I have the multiple motorcycles so I can decide which one I'm going to ride. For me, it all depends on the ride. If it's a distance I go with my Street Glide, if I'm with the guys on back roads, I fire up the Softail Slim. I'm going bar hopping locally, I get on my custom bobber. Older bikes require a little love... My custom bobber is a 2001 Dyna WG and I have my share of fix repairs, right now is one of those times as I need a new starter relay. I recommend as they get older, find a good bike mechanic and works on the side outside the dealership...saves you money AND you have 1 mechanic who really gets to know your bike.

[@davidcourtneysr8635]

Just recently starting watching your videos, love the Dyna sounds really great, on Dec 28, 2020 I bought my first Harley Davidson motorcycle, its also the first street bike that I have owned in nearly 25 years. Last one I bought lasted three months before I had to get rid of it. HD was a christmas gift, I was able to get 2004 fatboy and love to ride her every chance I get.

[@PTE1957]

Just to let you know that while I truly enjoy your videos I promised my family that I wouldn’t buy another motorcycle till I retire and as of Christmas Day this year it is 18 months away. Your joy of this wonderful past time is sustaining me while I wait. Keep up the love you have for the ride and bikes like bodies wear out over time, you can replace parts to keep your ride on the road, I had a motorcycle accident 23 years ago and renting only keeps the riding fire burning. My body is back to rideable shape and I join you in spirit, while I wait to ride again.

[@calipr1371]

I do hope it gets fixed quickly! I know the feeling of the baby being in the doctor but I am glad she is taken care of!

[@automandan]

Gotta love those old Dynas. They are a good bike for the first 5 to 7 years then they go to crap. However you do have a great support network to help you fix the problems and get your bike back on the road. I hope this will be a quick and easy and cheap fix.

[@kennethanderson1685]

All motorcycles from all brands have their own peculiarities. I love my 2004 Harley Davidson Heritage Classic and 2019 Yamaha Bolt R Spec. Both great Bikes. And Jess has great motorcycles too.

[@rebelmalfunction]

this is actually the first time ever riding in the winter. My brother and I went around looking at biked and test riding them. Felt nice and I almost know what I want. You keep at it and hope Nox's ok

[@HerTwoWheels]

She’s doing just fine! Thank you!!

[@dixiedoo5876]

I'm looking forward to the upcoming video about the filming, editing and so on. I've been curious about all of that stuff.

[@harleydave2316]

Sorry to hear that! I just rebuilt my entire primary on the 2002 Softail...

[@charleswilburn7656]

You will be fine with SE compensator. Replaced my OEM at 46Kish. SE now has 190K on it and still works fine. Yes 46 then another 190. Not 190 combined. (2012 RK).

[@justanotherviewer52]

Good luck on the service not finding anything major to fix (that was not expected).

[@jasonbreedlove495]

If its not one thing its always something else. Glad they are getting you set, now for more scrambler vids!!

[@walterfechter8080]

Best of luck with your bike. Here's hoping you have an ace wrench working on it and that she/he takes the time to do it right (the first time).

[@fldad32USA]

When you redo your fork seals, upgrade the fork springs. Progressive Springs are about $100. And it's a world of different for the price.

[@josephmirigliano8728]

Hope you get your bike back soon I love watching your videos be safe enjoy

[@matthewdouglas4478]

Mine came loose on my 2003 Fatboy. I was able to torque it back down and so far so good. It sounded like my engine was coming apart though lol.

[@HerTwoWheels]

Oh god! 😅

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

glad you got home! one of the "fun" parts of riding lol, getting stranded. and YES you tube channels COST IS REAL! NO JOKE! I'm with ya! aye ya yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@bertbirge7864]

I've owned 3 Harlys.. Will never own another one.. could never trust any of them to get me out of town..or more important, back home!! So sorry yours broke.. great video, thank you.

[@bertbirge7864]

@Mod Zozer call it whatever you want.. I'm saying I couldn't keep one running.. maybe yours is great.. I don't want one!!

[@bertbirge7864]

@Mod Zozer first of all, your an idiot.. I had trouble with mine.. if you havent..that's great!.. I am 67 years old and have ridden many miles sense retiring.. argue with someone else.. ride what you want.. that's what I'm doing.. I personally do not like Harleys, I've made nothing but bad luck with them.. please stop trying to convince me otherwise.. it won't work.. ha e a nice day.. go work on your Harley.

[@coalhu]

@@bertbirge7864 I know all kinds of Harley owners. They all are constantly bitching about their bikes being broke down. My ol ladies dad keeps two so he can ride one while the others in the shop- his words.

[@razzrasmussen5773]

At least you got it on video... Hope you can cost effectively fix her. The service will be worth it. Be blessed Jess. Hooah

[@HerTwoWheels]

I finally got something of video! 🤣 she comes home today! Can’t wait to take her out for a bit!

[@robertnavigato2069]

I’m riding my fourth Harley and never had a mechanical problem with any of them.

[@dondavi5798]

That's like an old Jeep owner saying they never had to do an oil change, they just kept topping it off :P

[@metricOIL]

Yeah... know the feeling. Metrics go and go... thats why the dealers can't build Harley mall style dealerships... no revenue from service department.

[@chuckthesham5195]

Ditto for me. I am on number 6. No problems. Just regular maintenance and stuff.

[@bill8885]

Just did mine a few weeks ago. The baker setup was my choice, eliminating the auto tensioner

[@danielmorris3687]

I just went with a Baker compensator and manual tensioner this summer. The spring loaded tensioner was another one of HDs dumb ideas. 'Improving' something that has worked fine for decades. The bike only had 21,000km (13,000 miles) and the starter drive and ring gear were already showing wear from the primary chain being too tight. Expensive getting the parts sent up here to Canada but good quality product and at least I saved labour costs by being able to do the work myself. Ride safe. ✌🇨🇦

[@theChestnutMtnTinman]

I had that week. I got the you’ve got mail only to find a empty box. On the other hand a week ago it said one letter and I opened it to find four😎😎

[@chuckthesham5195]

We got about a foot of snow yesterday in central Massachusetts. I went out on a 20-mile trip the day before and unless we get some warm weather that melts this snow, that will be it for awhile. Now I will be watching for (what's that word) not empathy but...

[@chuckthesham5195]

Now I remember! The word(s) are "vicarious thrill". Like watching somebody get high when you quit.

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

@@chuckthesham5195 😂 that's funny! Big wave from the South Shore 👍

[@wiskkid]

It makes that Triumph look better everyday. Like HD Triumph has traditionally been unreliable. In recent years Triumph has come so far since post 2015 as far as reliability, fit ajd finish.

[@craigkvalheim1296]

Thanks for the good morning smile.

[@jeffhern9550]

I hope the Harley dealer is compensating you for all the free advertising. I found a local guy to work on mine labor rate is almost 1/3rd what dealer is. If it's warranty work then dealer. Love your videos & looking forward to the scrambler ones. Ride safe

[@kevinperry368]

Love them Harley's but my experience is that they do require quite a bit of maintenance. Hope you get her back soon and it's not too expensive.

[@jasonnall1518]

I am really looking forward to the KZbin channel video creation. Planning on starting one first of the year.

[@TheJones624]

Get a bunch of LED lights they’re super efficient I’ll get you a kerosene heater bullet heater it will be bright and warm and you enjoy working in the garage

[@fogit4668]

Fork seals replacement, grease neck bearings. Change the brake fluid.

[@HerTwoWheels]

Yep! That’s what we did! Haha

[@paulbronnenberg2075]

It's a Harley ... But they are worth it. Are you a HOG member (Harley Owners Group)??? They have a real good membership package that includes towing. I have used the towing twice and can vouch for it. No mail ? No bills ! Thanks for the video (s) !

[@2hotFL]

Do yourself a favor and spend the money on either the Pro Twin Man-O-War or the Baker Comp. I put the Screamin Eagle Comp in my 2008 Night Train when it went bad a few years back and all was great for awhile but now occasionally mine will bang on a hot start now.

[@davidwhite5529]

I bet the Dyna is jealous of the Scrambler. Lol . Both are great looking bikes. And so is the rider. 🙂🙃

[@RYANo_Moto]

Ah the perks of having another bike in the garage! 😎👊🏼

[@cmhighway6215]

Sure like to see more of the Triumph.

[@lyd2044]

I wanted to get on my bike so bad yesterday, but all my errands took the WHOLE freaking day, so of course it just kept getting colder as the day went on (southern OH)

[@dixiedoo5876]

That seems to happen to me often, it's just maddening! Seemingly,, noone understands when you tell them you are in a hurry so you can get home and ride! I've finally learned to try and ride first if I can especially this time of year. I'm in NC, so I guess our riding season is longer than yours but being a southerner, I just can't take much cold weather. I'm a wimp when it comes to temperature. 😜

[@lyd2044]

@@dixiedoo5876 I've riden in the cold once, and it wasn't fun. Lol The weather is definitely the downside living up north. I'm looking into moving to Vegas where I can ride year around

[@lyd2044]

@@jodybogdanovich4333 Part of my errands included Sam's Club. Lol... It would've been interesting to see that grocery haul on my bike 😂. You can see my bike on my channel. The last video I uploaded. (Not a huge channel whatsoever lol)

[@MatthewMcAllisterBUSHIE]

Ag no that's horrible. Thank goodness you have a Triumph to keep you on _your two wheels_ 🙂😜

[@stepheneckles2345]

Don.t know what that part does but 25000 miles seems like a very short life time. Hate to say your probably going to love your scrambler more all the time. I have 1999 triumph Thunderbird and I only had one situation that I consider a breakdown. The throttle cable broke and lucky for me I could turn up the idle on the carbs and made it back to where I was staying and wasn't stranded. If you take care of your Triumph it will take care of you. Never owned a Harley so I can't speak to the reliability. There are always jokes about them being broken more that being reliable but I hate throwing stones because Karma can get you. Did have a friend recently who bought a used Harley from a dealer and it was in the shop 3 times before he made the first payment so he told them to give him another bike and that seems to be better for him. Winter sucks soooo much. Be Good :)

[@Kabayoth]

To-do list: panniers and bags for the Triumph. Not to be lazy, but could you compare what Triumph charges (aftermarket included) to Harley? These Scramblers are something of a different animal. Next for me: deliver a 1948 Indian Chief to your door so your husband can fix it up for you. (Don't wait up. This will be a while.) It must be said: Harley left a sour taste after refusing to hire me some years ago. Not to put too fine a point on it, but I take the opportunity to make them eat their words as often as I can. Next: scheme to ride until the Harley returns.

[@97delkron]

crap, that sucks but at least ya made it back home. back when i used to have a harley mine made same noise and wound up being bad battery. voltage not high enough to keep starter fully engaged and slip out of ring gear while cranking and nasty noises followed. i am sure dealer will get ya fixed up. go ride the scrambler and hit up some back roads. much more fun anyway.

[@jimscycleandautotn8508]

Put a comp eliminator sprocket on it and never worry abput it again. I had one on my dyna and loved it.

[@jeffpowell2467]

I am a Harley rider,older than dirt.If I was in the market for another bike,it would be an Indian.Seems like a good machine,I would not put $20-$30 thousand into another Harley,good luck

[@mauserwinchester]

Damned compensator, and just as you were enjoying yourself too, the Screaming Eagle one should sort you out until your hundred thousand mile service, and beyond. Keep well Jess.

[@martinkies6580]

If you ride fairly mellow, put a hard sprocket in (no springed compensator), you will never have to replace it again. Or, go with Baker (more expensive, likely will not break down).

[@boomerguy9935]

The Dyna is suffering from "separation anxiety". It's common with pets who love you but you leave them. Just sayin'......

[@adamhill2788]

Oh sh*t I hope mine doesn't make that noise ! Great video, I learned what happens when a compensator goes bad and the updated part

[@Dragonford350]

Man I argued tooth and nail about that stupid compensator. HD didn't want to do ANYTHING. Really turned me off to the MOCO. 09 SG, which I love, it's a battleship. All I wanted was the upgraded compensator for the old compensator price , I'd install it myself. But nooooooo HD wouldn't dare help a customer out. Going Aftermarket when this second one starts giving me issues again. They all seem to go around 35-40k. Good luck with yer bike.

[@MrFatkevin]

I always feel so sad when my bike is in the shop. Even if I did not plan on riding, I hate it when she is not home.

[@iancooper8728]

poor old dyna,now is the time to get so miles on the triumph......ride safe jess

[@staceytoepfert7684]

I have 2 motorcycles at this time but the 1984 Honda Shadow is being worked on and in my garage. I will be looking at the new 1100 Honda Rebel next year but haven’t decided if I’m going to get it or not lol

[@HerTwoWheels]

I can’t wait to see the 1100 rebel!

[@staceytoepfert7684]

@@HerTwoWheels I think I may just blog that ride. I’m excited about it

[@markmoser13]

Love the glasses have noticed them before they look great

[@Gingerbeerd-Moto]

The Dyna is giving you attitude because you have been paying more attention to the Triumph. 😂

[@backyardprojects8153]

You'll see a difference in the ride an steering goodluck

[@HerTwoWheels]

I can’t wait! She’s gonna feel like a whole new bike!

[@Wheel-1]

Hello, Neighbor ... NEW sub here ~ I am just 20 m south of you . Been trying to get a day or 2 in before it gets real crappy. It would be a hard decision what bike to ride The Scrambler looks really nice But the Dyna , Well you know what i mean . Great content, Keep the shinny side up

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

Get a small heater for the garage it will pay for itself in no time. HD fixed that pretty fast, was the problem what you thought or something else? Sorry if you already said what the issue was I didn't catch it.

[@theChestnutMtnTinman]

I’m in your boat. I still have the GoPro Hero 7 and I worry that it might be close to it’s end. I use it every day. I just went from a video every day to every other day. 😎😎

[@HerTwoWheels]

Yeah man. Mine actually legit started glitching out and freezing up in the cold. Not fun to ride and record for over 30 mins and find out it was all ruined. 😅

[@theChestnutMtnTinman]

@@HerTwoWheels So true, between the usb plug for the mike easing out or a parithra of other things, yea always fun to realize your whole vlog is not there and you were just talking to yourself. 😂😂😎😎

[@honda200twinstar3]

well im curious to see how you got it to the shop as it runs ,drives, so your in luck ,drive it there and have thee other half pick you up girl simple as that lol.Oh and at the start of this video you mention how cool it is to walk out to the garage and ask yourself ..what am i riding today ..well i have that same sweet problem as well (dont ya know ),i two have 2 bikes .my 81 honda Twinstar 200 that is my little show bike and i have an 05 kymco venox 250 that is my main pleasure ride. and i have to say its such a cool feeling to have to ask yourself that question when you go for a ride ..and may i end by saying congrats on the new addition to the bike stables.

[@chukhentcy5642]

Hi Jess :-) So glad to see you on Doodle's calender! Great pic of you BTW!

[@BaggerBro]

trade the car in , buy a truck and get a decent trailer off of market place... its a lot easier to deal with when you dont have to depend on someone for a tow

[@HerTwoWheels]

One of our many goals lol

[@BaggerBro]

@@HerTwoWheels hey Jess , have them check the run out on the compensator side. Premature compensator wear can be caused by run out on the compensator side of the crank. It can easily be checked once they pull the old unit off.

[@BaggerBro]

Hopefully not, but if this is the case you might need a crank. 🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@Barry__K]

Definitely jealous of you folks with more than one motorcycle. Sucks when it's in the shop and being left bikeless.