2k Mile Trip on an Old Harley Sportster 1200 that sat in a barn for 22 years ! - NJ to CO

[@Motorcyclewindtherapy]

My 1st Harley was a 1986 883 I bought used 2 days out of the Army infantry. Rode that bike all over the US, many many states. Have had 9 HDs...just sold off my M8 Limited bagger last year after a 2500 mile trip on it...I got to thinking on that trip I missed a slim, light, agile Sportster! I got an old evo sportster and a wad of cash for my Limited...very, very happy. After 40+ years of riding bigger HDs...the Sportster has returned my joy of pure simple riding. Happy to sub with your obvious love of the Lord! Be Blessed, brother. 👊🙏

[@WildFaith]

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing brother! Glad to hear from a "Harley Guy" who appreciates the nimble little Sporty! ..and of course, always glad to "meet" a brother in the Lord. Thanks for the sub. Ride safe and God bless !

[@Motorcyclewindtherapy]

@@WildFaith back at ya, brother! Nothing better than our God!

[@HumbleHotshot]

@@Motorcyclewindtherapy Amen!

[@seH2i]

Thanks for your service. I sold a 2018 Heritage Classic last year and purchased a used 2012 Sportster 72 model. God bless. Grandfather John Pennsylvania USMC Beirut Veteran

[@Motorcyclewindtherapy]

@@seH2i Thank you for your service too!. More I ride my Sporty the more I know I'm happier than the bigger bikes. Semper fi and open roads to ya, brother. 👊

[@djangor4969]

Hi .Great to see another Christian walking the walk and witnessing to the Lord and His faithfullness and having fun riding a Harley. God bless and keep cruising!!

[@WildFaith]

Thank you brother!! All Glory to Him ☝️

[@UuelHempkin-z9y]

@wildfaith you still have the harley sportster bring more of her out soon

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Now this is the kind of story that I like to hear,GOD bless you on all your journeys, love the prayers Amen

[@johnwalshire2884]

I am getting my 52 year old, bobbed triumph ready for a big trip. No electronics, kick start only, one carb. Simple tech I have been using since the 1970’s.

[@steveindorset]

Dude I knew this was going to be a great video at 0:44 “I’m gonna trust in the Lord as I always do!” The most excellent statement! We from England and we trusted in the Lord in 2008 and drove across the US, coast to coast, San Fran to NYC. We didn’t know what to expect, but He provided all the way. 🙌🏻🙏🏻😎👍🏻

[@majorlifts]

My favorite bike ever made, early sportsters, I had an 883 Hugger and it was my favorite bike I ever owned, lost it during the pandemic because we needed food and winter coats and boots. One day I will be back on a sporty. God bless you and protect you.

[@bumantoo1]

Found this searching for people touring on sportys. I have a 2008 with 11k miles I just picked up and I love riding it. I’m in CO and can’t wait to take up the mountains next spring/summer. Pikes Peak here we come! God Bless my friend.

[@vancemyers4095]

Praise God! Looks like a great trip. I’m on a ‘97 Sportster. Keep Jesus Christ close always!

[@WildFaith]

Thanks! You too !! God IS faithful 🙏

[@h.wayneb3495]

Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@WildFaith]

You're welcome ! Thanks for watching. God bless

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

I have a1999 883 Sportster.l have had my Sportster for 25 years and 400,000+ miles on the original engine and 37 back tires and 18 front tires and 3 belts in 25 years. EVOLUTION motorcycles last forever. Just did fork seals ,front brakes, and a new front tire. Sportsters are a bike unto themselves and not a gateway to big twin ownership.

[@BigAl53750]

ABSOLUTELY! Sports forever!

[@liamjones406]

Great adventure story and praise the lord! Looking to ride my sporty to Utah from Kansas this spring! Just to prove those who say otherwise can’t do it that I can

[@SaddleTrampTV]

Just found this video, and 1 minute into it... Subbed when I starting hearing the Word of God being referenced. Will watch to the end now. May be in sections at a time though.

[@bobh2201]

I live in Washington State but my heart still lives in Colorado where I was born. Went to school in Gunnison. Every summer i ride to Gunnyville on my Victory. Just for fun i am going to take my 1200 XLC this summer. You have inspired me. God bless!😊

[@WildFaith]

Thanks for sharing that ! Hope you have a great trip on the Sporty. I love Gunnison and the Taylor Park area. God bless you also and thanks for watching !

[@bobh2201]

Just a brief update. I did it! I rode my 2013 1200 XLC from Cheney, WA to Gunnison in 2 days. I loved it. Comfortable, dependable, and turned a lot of heads. Must admit that I put a Russell Day long seat on it with backrest. Neither my butt nor my back hurt for the entire trip. Thanks for the inspiration. Made it home in two days as well. God is good! By the way, did the trip at 77 years young 😊.

[@Ryan-wu4du]

Just came across this video after finding a barn sat sporty as well. Love seeing the true faith in God.

[@kamandir62]

Beautifull bike. Those sportsters from the beginning of 90 are most beautifull.

[@baileybrewer1172]

Subbed so I can keep watching in my downtime. Looking forward to it

[@2adave]

Watching from Los Angeles. About to pick up my 1st Harley on Sunday. Getting a 07 sportster 1200L with 17k miles from the only owner who is now pushing 70. Its in absolutely great condition and I’m only paying $2800. I feel like a kid on Christmas Day! Can’t wait to ride it daily!

[@WildFaith]

@2adave enjoy it brother!! Ride safe and God bless you.

[@wheatiesokcorral4808]

You are truly a bright light in this often dim world.

[@robertchorley7640]

Great vid, enjoyed it, good safe trip. The praise didnt bother me one bit like it did others. I keep my faith to myself, but theres nothing wrong with expressing it 😊 So glad you had a safe trip.

[@PolskiAmbient]

All the best with your adventures and with a great bike Sportie!

[@daryldaryl913]

13:30 sounds like front rocker. How is oil pressure. Or enough oil. These sportsters dont have much pressure. Is it running a bit hot?

[@dumberdrumerstickz0534]

You were going with the lord and no fear..you found help and I would of found trouble'....you rock with jesus and thats whay I'm watching ...good luck with the trip..

[@ThatBobGuy850]

Nice trip report, man! Looks like you had a great time. 1) A word about gas mileage: All of my (3) stock 883's got 55-60 mpg. My '86 883 with the 2.2 tank would go on reserve at about 95 miles. My current 1998 1200 only gets about 50 mpg. Then again, I live in relatively flat Florida. To get the most gas mileage out of a Harley, you must must MUST not "blip" the throttle at traffic lights and such. A lot of Harley riders do that subconsciously, without even knowing they're doing it and without thinking about the consequences. But each "blip" squirts gas right into the carburetor throat. Your 1200 seemed to be giving you about 45 mpg. That might improve as the engine breaks-in. If you're putting 1.8 gallons in, then you still had nearly 1/2 gallon left - enough for 20 miles or so. Harley makes a "king" tank that holds 3.3 gallons. Much nicer for long rides! It will bolt right on with no mods needed other than moving the petcock from the right to the left. 2) I've had that same seat you have on one of my Sportsters - WORST SEAT EVER. I researched and found a flatter seat with less of a scoop, so I could slide back and forth a little on long trips. 3) Loosen the banjo fitting where the brake line attaches to the caliper, and then swivel it so the hose moves away from the fender. My '86 883 did the same thing as yours - pissed me right off. 3) Throttle friction lock: Just use enough friction to keep the throttle from closing so you don't have to hold it open. You don't have to lock the throttle in place. Experiment! I love Sportsters, and I'll own one until the day I die. I think they're great bikes that get a bad rap from people who don't understand them, what they were designed for, and the limitations they have. You just proved that a Sportster **can** make a long-distance trip. Yes, they're a little squirrely on the Interstate because they're so light. But even an 883 will go ALL DAY LONG at 80 mph. I've proved that. If I wanted a big, heavy Interstate cruiser like a Honda Gold Wing, I'd buy an Accord. The Sportster may not be the best long-distance highway flyer on the market. But when I get to my destination, you know what? I want to ride a Sportster, not a Gold Wing.

[@WildFaith]

Thanks for watching and for offering up a great comment! You clearly have a lot of experience with these bikes! After this trip I tuned and re-jetted the carb which resulted in more power and a bit more fuel economy. I also immediately purchased a gel-filled Saddleman solo seat.. what a difference! You are spot on regarding the front brake line, (among other things) - all I needed to do was rotate the banjo bolt and I would have avoided rubbing paint off the fender. I did go ahead and replace the brake line with a braided steel version and all is well now. I do still have some electrical issues I need to sort out. Currently I have no right side turn signals and the small lights below the speedo/ tach, (neutral/ oil pressure/ etc.) lights are not working. All in all, however I am really enjoying this Sporty! They are extremely versatile bikes. People like to poke fun because they are the "little Harley", but they can't wipe the smile off my face after carving some canyon roads ;) Thanks again, ride safe, and God bless you !

[@BigAl53750]

"If I wanted a big heavy interstate cruiser like a Honda Gold Wing, I'd buy an Accord." My sentiments exactly! I started out in the early 70's riding 650 and 750 Triumphs. Rode 'em 500 miles in a day many times. Mind you, I'm older now and I LIKE some comfort, which is why I ride my 97 Sporty, 1275 'Hammered'. Modern riders are too soft I reckon. ;-)

[@Collaborator7]

Loved the trip and the bike. And, yes Kansas is a grind!

[@jerryhayden8720]

I almost bet the metallic noise is coming from the primary and nothing is actually wrong. I've just about made up my mind to get rid of my 07 103" Street Glide because my spine is very very messed up after a serious injury year's ago that retired me leaving me disabled & one of the problems I've now got is I can't handle a big heavy bike now. I really should Not ride at all now but I've got the need for a putt putt from time to time to & from Church & to the river occasionally for a sit & watch the towboats going by. A lite narrow sporty would be just the ticket, good medicine for me. You're lucky because my S G has stuck front breaks & a dragging back brake. You inspire me man. Thanks for the video.👍🇺🇲☝️

[@MOTOZILIANS]

you are a freaking legend Dude amazing adventure

[@jeffreyness9741]

I am watch all that bid been nice to see you ride it and listen to a lot runs

[@baydog22566]

Really awesome to see another rider in faith of Jesus. Thank you.

[@markmabe830]

Use royal purple .it Nocks out a lot of the top end noise. 20W 50 / 75 80 for the primary. Works better then AMSOL for noise. I've tried them both on my 96 evo sportster. And my 2000 wide glide.

[@daryldaryl913]

I like the royal purple in my 08 Sportster 1200. Good stuff.

[@hogwylde]

It sounds like a loose primary chain. It's adjusted with the nut underneath the case. (time to continue watching your video).

[@ivanoliver7039]

That sounds like the primary chain tension is a little tight. Hopefully you got that fixed.

[@christophercolumbus6594]

this is rad brother! just came across your channel GOD BLESS 🙏 nothing like a long road trip on a sporty 🤙🏼

[@specialse]

XLH 1200 1992 possibly the best model sportster ever made in every way , first of the 5 speeds and belt drive and crank mounted alternator . and ive had a few different models and cc,s , even an XL1200S , great video....i wish i still had mine , very hard to find now. i could see the tank vibrating when you reved it,,,i had that exact prob before , the phantom engine noise , or 1 minute engine rebuild ive heard it called ,thank you for the video .

[@detailguy8892]

I have one I’m looking at , it’s a 93 1200… 10k miles. Looks pretty clean. I’m nervous about getting something that old . Have rode since I was a teenager. From your experience any issues getting older bikes?

[@specialse]

@@detailguy8892 1993 isnt old !!! 1963 is old !! thats the perfect model and year to start with . just treat it with respect and dont try to race any fireblades,,,,

[@mnnomad1870]

Had a 1992 Blue Sportster. Loved it until I discovered FXSTC Softail custom!! Hallelujah

[@BigAl53750]

Hey brother! I'm a Christian biker in Australia who rides a 97 Sportster that was an 883, but which I've turned into a 1275 and done a few mods too. I've owned for 15 years and ridden it on a heap of long rides from Melbourne up to the Gold Coast (1100 miles away) and back, with side trips on the way and so forth. As an 883, the bike was okay, better than the old Triumphs I started out on back in the early 70's, but okay. I wanted the 1275 kit just to give me a bit more power and that has worked out very well. I had already setup the bike for long distance touring and the tank being a third bigger than the one you have, meant that every 160 miles I'd stop and fill up and stretch my legs. I managed to cover 500 miles in a day like that, if and when I wanted to get somewhere in a hurry, but these days I don't care about that so much. I always enjoy the ride, taking in the beauty of God's creation around me and that's WHY I ride. Not to set some kind of record. I've met and known plenty of people who ride big tourers and they all take a stop every couple of hours anyway, so I'm not sure why people make such a big deal about small tanks. If I was heading across the Outback, I'd fit a larger tank and have a Jerry can or two of course, because it's literally a matter of life and death out there. No kidding! Look it up online. People who head across the wide open places of Australia without adequate preparation often feature in tragic stories. The Australian Outback is a vast wilderness and you can drive for hours on a major highway (when there is one) and not see another vehicle. There are pictures of big warning signs placed on the side of highways and roads that head off into that wilderness, that list all kinds of things you should take serious note of. One is to take as much clean water as you can carry. AND spare fuel. ALWAYS let people know where you're going and when. If you breakdown, NEVER leave the vehicle (they're easier to spot from the air, should there be a search) OH! ALWAYS carry TWO spare wheels. There's more, but I can't remember them all. Obviously, on a bike, these things have to be adjusted a bit, but then, so is the route you're gonna take. I have a mate who's done what we call the big loop; all the way ROUND Australia, which is like going around the edge of the USA, staying as close to the borders of Canada and Mexico, plus the East and West coasts, as possible. That's less dangerous because that outer edge of Australia is where over 90% of the population lives, but mostly in the major cities, fo which there aren't many. Davey had some pretty hairy tales to tell when he got home, but he says that the Lord was with him all the way. Love my Lord, love my Sporty and love being out on the road with them.

[@WildFaith]

Awesome!! Thanks for sharing, brother! I would love to ride in Australia some day. God bless you, keep the rubber side down 👊🙏

[@rizzo3689]

Great vid! Liked and subbed. Grew up in Philly. Great job making it out of the pine barrens without seeing the jersey devil lol. I always pray and cross before a trip no matter how long it is. Also have to say John 14:1 is one of my favorites. Life is so mush easier when you have faith. God bless brother!

[@georgegrubbs3763]

They have a primary chain tensioner you may want to check

[@majorlifts]

Wow! That bike is gorgeous!

[@neilstern7108]

All I can say is harley sportsters are reliable got to maintain. Heck lots of vibrations. And the fact HD didn't charge you is a miracle

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Good luck and God bless you on your journey

[@mattpierceplayz]

Really enjoyed watching the trip

[@rebelknight9121]

great video, awesome

[@lloydsplace2]

I had a 91 1200. Loved it. And a 75 ironhead 1000 loved it also. Im 72 loving my chinabike 250. Rode 1000 miles last September.i def would take a long trip on that bike .its cool and looks pertty dependable. ---September update..i just acquired a 2001 yamaha vstar 650..love this bike. Hopefully that will be my machine for next yrs trip.

[@davehoover6699]

Loved your video. Very inspiring, and hope you post more like it. Get a helmet mounted go pro, so we can see some of the riding as well.

[@WildFaith]

@davehoover6699 thank you! I do plan to. Hopefully some good Sportster content coming Summer 25, God willing.

[@seH2i]

Well done thou good and faithful servant. And ' salute ' to the Sportster! Old school travllin' with a few glitches here and there - I'll take that over a bagger $30,000 loan & $450 monrhly payment with higher insurance premiums. Grandfather John Pennsylvania USMC Beirut Veteran ps: I installed a Feulin Reaper low to mid range cam in a previous Sportster I owned. Made a world of difference.

[@HumbleHotshot]

Thanks for watching & Thank you for your service! I agree 100% with the value of old bikes - way more fun for the $ ! Thanks for sharing about the cam too, one of those may be in my future. God bless !!

[@seH2i]

@@HumbleHotshot You're welcome.

[@dysfunctionalveteranese4905]

Great Video and awesome find. The break and speedo line on those old Sporties had a metal thick wire looking piece they routed through to keep them away from the fender (the bracket u showed later in vid is the one) . I found my 93 Sporty with 243 original miles on it three years ago in Santa Fe New Mexico on consignment at the dealership there. Couldn't resist the buy and was able to negotiate a fair price. I don't trade my vehicles and just keep up the maintenance to keep them running so I still have my first bike I ever bought, which is my 2001 Sporty I purchased brand new. These old Evos run forever when properly taken care of. They are not great performers, but just keep on ticking like a timex watch😎👊🤘

[@WildFaith]

Thank you! That's awesome you found such a low miles sporty... and at a dealership no less !! Thanks for sharing and ride safe. God bless !

[@LawrenceGoodspeed]

I've rode my sportster chopper to Florida several times for northwestern N y and once to Laguna Madre TX and lake Charles Louisiana.

[@ChrisB10]

Skimmed through 2 videos and still haven't heard this bike running

[@raymondwright2985]

Praise the Lord that you had a safe trip!

[@WildFaith]

All Glory to Him !!!

[@williamnebelsr.9964]

Sportsters never die

[@jamesbollinger5004]

GOD Bless You

[@WildFaith]

And you also !!! Thanks for watching

[@williamnebelsr.9964]

Keep on trucking

[@davidperezmtb4275]

Awesome trip, I have a sportster 48 which has the same size tank as yours and want to make a long trip this coming year could you please share the links for the sissy bar bags and fuel bottles, thanks in advance.

[@WildFaith]

Thanks for the comment! The sissy bar came with the bike and the soft bags came off of my old Buell- I doubt they are still available. Here is a link to the fuel bottle though: Ride safe and God bless you!Motorcycle Emergency Petrol Can a.co/d/eJqTCe5

[@davidperezmtb4275]

Hi@@WildFaith What about the bag you use to carry the fuel bottles

[@WildFaith]

@davidperezmtb4275 just a cheap dry bag from the "Sportsmans Guide" company. It is there house brand "Guide Gear". It's been used on several X-country trips now and has held up great.

[@davidperezmtb4275]

@@WildFaith super, thank you for the information, I liked the fact that you can carry the fuel bottles and tighten them with the strap

[@bradleyyounger8499]

I haven't watched to the end yet but the intake carb to manifold seal is know to dry rot and cause lean issues. Ride it too long and it can cause damage

[@robertchorley7640]

Manifold gaskets to the engine also. My 98 sporty has rubber ones and after sitting so long before I got it, they were both shot. Difficult to replace also. Have to cut hex wrench and make your own tool to get manifold off. Not fun.

[@Hoggy1963]

My 1st bike was a 1984 XLX 61. I rode it from ft Walton beach fl to luttrell TN and back.

[@st3ggles779]

Hey man, great video. I see you're running the Amazon/eBay gauntlet fairing, and I think the headlight is still OEM. Did you have any trouble installing the fairing, have to modify the headlight?

[@WildFaith]

@st3ggles779 Hey, thanks for watching! Yes, I got the fairing on Amazon and didn't have any issues installing it. No mods to headlight or anything else. The materials do seem a bit flimsy, but the fairing has worked fine for me, still on the bike. God bless

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

AMEN BROTHER

[@filippocorti6760]

How rough was the vibration?

[@WildFaith]

Pretty rough ! ..you do get used to it, either that or your limbs just go numb 🤣 Since then I added a gel filled Saddleman seat and it help a lot

[@jerryhayden8720]

That gelpad will pack down and feel like a board also. If I remember correctly I'm thinking there's a seat called something like "Airdogs" or something like that, maybe. The air cushion will be your best bet for the long rides. Man I'm wanting to go on a long ride now. Hopefully somehow I can do it again someday.

[@WildFaith]

You're right about the gel pad, I haven't tried the AirHawk thing. Just swapped the stock seat for a Saddleman and it's 1,000% better !!

[@robertchorley7640]

​@@WildFaiththe Airhawk is definitely a Godsend ! You sit alot higher, which is weird at first, but your butt and back will feel NO PAIN....on any trip. Love mine.

[@nbowling10trio]

Have you done anything to the bike? Did you sell it? Larger tank and hammer 1275 cylinders with stage one intake/exhaust makes for an excellent motorcycle to ride anywhere.

[@WildFaith]

I've just done a 2 into 1 exhaust, re-jet and progressive suspension so far. Thanks for the tips!

[@GetThrottled]

Dave, could you tell me what phone/usb charger you added to this bike for the ride?

[@WildFaith]

Sure thing! It's just a cheap one from Amazon, but worked great and I like that it shows battery voltage. Here is the link: a.co/d/ersi0nk Thanks for watching!

[@GetThrottled]

@@WildFaith Thank you Dave!

[@L2fish]

My brothers 89 had a similiar noise. Was a broken ring

[@stevehopkinson4871]

Hi mate I’ve just got me a 2017 sportster classic and it’s done 2300 miles you will find it’s the drive chain making the tap noise mine does it just remember your riding a v twin you will here lots of little noises with standard exhaust pipes on and your bike as only done 400 of miles it’s got to bed in no matter how old the bike is

[@MelvinRamos-v1y]

GODBLESS

[@kenniitran]

Nice video. May I ask where you get the fuel bottle? Thx

[@HumbleHotshot]

Thanks! Amazon. They seem to work well, never leaked 👍

[@williamnebelsr.9964]

Are you from jersey I was nice bike good luck

[@WildFaith]

Yep, originally from Jersey, been in CO about 15 years

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Make sure the oil cooler is flowing at temp.look inside the resivor and watch the oil flow,should be a oil cooler installed in the front of the motor,get it sreviced

[@davidbrown6353]

That's a regulator rectifier you see.

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

@@davidbrown6353 no shit

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Ate you still around?

[@terryshrives8322]

Remember, brother, that bike is carbureted. So the higher up you go the more power it’s going to lose unless you change out the jets.

[@stevenflauding9010]

Rev the bike and put your hand on the gas cap and see if your noise goes away- Lefty (Under the Blood M/M)

[@mushroomcloud1]

If it is under load, it was probably detonation. 1200 sportys were known for it. Higher octane gas helps..

[@HaughMan]

amen brother

[@anthonyvickers3469]

Moister in the engine may be,its been sitting a long time. Change oil a few times.

[@jakejaekels7991]

The little I have read about Sportsters they appear to be sensitive with tune ups. Many reports of having to tweak the engine to find its best sweet spot.

[@myfarming7845]

Power band on a 4 stroke lol

[@robertconstantine9192]

That's a normal sound of a sportster up on the top end

[@kristenacosta2911]

Next time I suggest zip ties. As for the hail, I'd say start traveling with a tarp. You can always affix it to your surroundings & give yourself some shelter.

[@rickycarmean7560]

Quad cams, plus windshield funnels nois rite to ya. stop listning and tart riding😊

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Amen

[@milesonwheels8127]

Sportsters engines are known to be noisy

[@srizzosrevews9899]

front break broke switch

[@dumberdrumerstickz0534]

It's the lifters cause it sat with the old oild and got cloged up..and you went to the Stealers'...instead of some cool indepentdent'shop...where they will treat you like a friend instead of a victum

[@robertconstantine9192]

All sportsters tick I have a 2013 and it ticks. And I only have 10,000 on it.

[@WildFaith]

@robertconstantine9192 thanks, I didn't realize that at first. This one still ticks but runs great.. oddly enough it is a '92 with less than half the miles of yours

[@AMERICAFIRST54]

Wear earplugs, when something breaks or falls off then address whatever it is. You can chase phantom Harley noise till it drives you bonkers.

[@jerryhayden8720]

Man I like you. Yes I know you've said PTL many times during this video but as you & a whole lot of us know, It's ALL about The LORD. We thank the Lord when life goes well but when it doesn't go smoothly we often don't understand because His ways are higher than ours but when we've got a handle on our relationship with the Lord & understand there Are NO oops found in GOD we then place ourselves in Daddy's awesome care & simply trust & rest in His loving security. I like you man. You are family.☝️ Oh aw & one of my round trips to the 84th Laconia Ralley from Western Kentucky was 2600+ then more riding around. I hope I can manage one more trip cause there ain't nothing like traveling on 2 wheels. Thanks for the cool video story. By the way, I had to subscribe because anyone that's cup Is Running Over with The Water Of Life that no doubt covers many around you, I had to subscribe. I enjoyed it! 😁 Thanks brother.☝️🇺🇲

[@WildFaith]

Amen!! Thanks for the amazing comment brother! All Glory to God.

[@stevehopkinson4871]

Hi it’s me again should of carried on looking at vid sorry

[@majorlifts]

The noise is normal, most 883s and 1200s sound like sewing machines.

[@tomrichardson5331]

maybe mouse nest in pipes,,,blew out ,,, had it happen

[@seanlynthicum5881]

Wow came for the motorcycle, left because religion!

[@richardrumer7746]

HOPE YOU WERE USING A PREMIUM HIGH OCTAIN GASOLINE, THAT MIGHT BE THE REASON TOUR VALVES ARE CHATTERING,

[@warrenp2022]

I thought I would watch a bike video. I didn't know I was expected to spend an hour in your church. Looks like a good Sporty, put some miles on it to break it in and with a few adjustments it should last you a long time. Hope the trip went well. I made it to the 27 minute mark but I can't take anymore praise to a figment of your imagination. Peace.

[@RC_KAI]

Relax atheist. Don’t like it move on.

[@DabsNanime]

@warrenp2022 why do you care?

[@leamonreynolds]

John 15:18 (ESV): 18 “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you.

[@robertchorley7640]

​​​@@DabsNanime eh, some folks are very verbal about it...I keep my relationship with the Almighty strictly to myself. He did alot of praising, but hell, it seemed to have worked. No crash, no blown tires, no hit deer, no close calls...can't beat that for such a long trip.

[@robertchorley7640]

​@@leamonreynoldshave to remember that. Pretty priceless. Thanks. 😊

[@elpatron1977]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🛵

[@rickycarmean7560]

Sporty motors are noisy. Turn the throttle, u can't hurt it! Lol

[@WildFaith]

Ha! Best advice yet!!

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Don't praise God unless your Faith is TRUE!

[@lloydsplace2]

What the heck brought that up??

[@FourIntoOne]

2k trip but barely saw a mile of it - mostly all of your talking head lol

[@gaidaiashim]

Sorry, but it looks like really old school rigit bike for so soft guy 😅 Wants to feel free and fool - feel vibration always 😂

[@s.v.gadder1443]

When the bible went on to say that Jesus was God, all that really became nonsensical..... j.s. gotta think about those things if you're gonna think about it.

[@myfarming7845]

Check your hair, lol. Buddy just ride. Let's see u drive

[@flip2379]

Not much of a video if you don’t even ride it in the video..felt more like an overly religious commercial..

[@robertchorley7640]

Not everyone can afford a GoPro...I know I can't and just use my phone for video.

[@geraldscott4302]

A very long video about a motorcycle trip, with no actual motorcycle riding.

[@brianbarthels2159]

Where was God when my friend got killed by a drunk driver on his bike

[@WildFaith]

First of all, I'm terribly sorry to hear this and want to offer condolences. Its a classic question, and a tough one, "If God is real and if He is good, then why is there so much suffering and loss and evil in this world?" The truth is that God has given every one of us free will. He didn't make us as robots, we can all make our own choices. And because so many of us choose sin, this world is full of hardship. Our choices affect us and those around us, probably a lot more than we often realize. Someone chose to drive drunk and the consequences of that were terrible. God allows us to make our own choices during our life on this earth and often times the results are devastating, but we can also choose to follow His ways and the result is a life filled with peace, joy, and love. The Good News is that Jesus came to this earth and lived a sinless life, the only man to ever do that, and He offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for all of our sins, all of our bad choices. If we only believe in His work and accept His forgiveness, we WILL receive eternal life. You can spend all of eternity in a place with no sin, no death, no loss, no suffering. There will still be plenty of pain during our time on this earth, but when you have the hope of heaven, you can take all of these things in stride. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss and I don't mean to downplay the pain it has caused in any way, but I want you to know the truth that God is still on the throne and He will make all things new in the end. God bless you friend.

[@robertchorley7640]

​​@@WildFaith...so well put...and true. My best friend got rear ended on his bike and killed also. He was old, so am I, and so was the driver that killed him. God works in mysterious ways, as the saying goes. I kinda envy him because he made it to Heaven before me, and left me to deal with this goofy world.