Why YOU should buy a Cruiser Motorcycle NOW! BMW R 18 & Harley-Davidson Street Bob Classic.

We go into all the reasons why we think cruiser motorcycles are the number one choice for bikers, and no matter what bikes we review, from adventure bikes, to naked, to street bikes, to dual sport, to sports bikes, we always feel pleased when we jump back on our own bikes and feel happy that we own a cruiser.
In this video, Darcy & The Ol' Man are riding the Harley-Davidson Softail Standard with V&H Twin Slash slipons, and the BMW R 18 First Edition in bog standard form.
If you ride a motorbike that we would describe as having pointy plastic and a high revving engine, YOU need to trade it in for a cruiser!
We talk about the styling, the engines, the torque, the size, the appeal.
One of the bikes even has a reverse! And in this film you'll see why this matters! We also show how cruisers are a good choice for taller riders.
We review the main points that matter and you can make a decision if you think cruiser motorcycle is for you.
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[@robbyclark6915]

When I first started riding in 2020 at the age of 51, I didn’t know what I was looking at with all these different styles of bikes that exist today. Strange looking, insect/alien things with a handlebar and an engine. When I saw the “cruiser” style I felt home. Reminds me of what I remember a “motorcycle” should look like.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes that’s exactly right 👍🏼👍🏼

[@sachan9081]

An honnor to be first. I absolutely agree with everything said in this video. Riding doesn't always have to be about speed, it's about having a good time isn't it

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed! Thanks for a great first comment!

[@korewest]

Been a sportbike guy for a while and last year I bought a '22 Indian Chief. It's the attitude, rumble, and beautiful style that makes me fall more in love with cruisers everyday.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes it’s a different experience altogether 👍🏼

[@coilstreeservice9398]

As someone who rides a Honda Rebel 500 everyday to work I can tell you I absolutely love it! And in the past I’ve had a Yamaha XS650 Honda CB550 Shadow 1100 a V45 Magna 750 and a Virago 750. And I can safely say only the Magna would’ve spanked my Rebel. All the rest would have lost to this little bike. So it’s got more than enough power for me these days and I really like the modern classic look. But I would NEVER EVER have an Automatic 😴 Anyway Love the video Gentlemen 👍 PS I like the look of the BMW better,Sorry Darcy🤷‍♂️ and he should leave the pipes alone. I mean it is a BMW!!!

[@mochara11]

Had a Magna 750 years ago also. With the right tires on it, it was a little beast on the backroads and handled far better than any cruiser should and better than a lot of bikes Ive had since.

[@coilstreeservice9398]

@@mochara11 mine was a 1995 Yellow

[@darryllzwiers7257]

I love my Japanese cruisers too. Had a virago 750, v-star 1100 and now a m109r. The 9er is my fave. It cab actually haul ass. Found the yamaha's a bit slow

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Interesting points 👍🏼👍🏼

[@MentatOfDune]

Fantastic bikes. Bikes like this are the dream for me. Just put a deposit on a Meteor 350 (my first bike) but in a few years I know I'll be looking to up the ante quite a bit.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@cisa1622]

Cruisers have a lot of value and it’s just getting better. Cheers.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Definitely ! Thanks buddy

[@ianjohnson4753]

Another Great video. Manual simple bikes are definitely the best and most enjoyable to ride.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks!

[@mockbattles]

Mid controls are my favourite foot position.

[@theonlyredspecial]

Great video chaps. Been a sports bike guy all my life. Turned 50 and rode a harley fat boy and fell in love with it. Might even be able to keep my license a few more years too. Also ordered a cvo road glide limited which apparently weighs 430kg 🤣

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Excellent. It’s a great experience. Love the CVO’s

[@denisg4288]

Hi both. I have a Kawasaki Vulcan S and whilst some people are disparaging about it and comment it isn’t really a cruiser, I love it. Handling is great, and I personally love the looks. Totally different from my T120 so best of both worlds IMHO.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thats great!

[@andrewd7586]

Great vid gents & love the drone shots! As for the standard exhaust, as I mentioned previously as I own one, leave it! It does open up with more miles & I love that boxer sound. If you wanted the sound of a HD, I’m sure you would’ve bought one.🤪 As for the rego late falling off, well I mean it weighs as half as much as the bike!🤣 Check out our rego plates for bikes in Oz.👍🏼😎🇦🇺

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea I felt the weight difference! And less drag! Haha. I doubt our dopey gov will ever change it

[@Dunkelzeitgeist]

I think I need to stay at your holiday home! You guys got me back into bikes, you showed me the Hyosung Aquila 125 and you entertain me weekly, thank you for everything!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy! Great 👍🏼👍🏼

[@dubbeljubobby]

Oh man, I do really enjoy this riding style. Have a BMW R18 and a HD Heritage Softail. They are surely my favorite rides. They just offer that true motorcycle experience. Do like the others but for different reasons. You guy’s do such a good job, really appreciate your style and sharing. Oh, and the drone footage is a great addition. Stay well my brothers! 🤙🏼

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes both awesome bikes. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ripmax333]

If it was me and I had the luck to own that BMW I wouldn’t replace that exhaust at all. It has a really beautiful shape and complements the bike, and with that beautiful location that you live at why would you even need a loud exhaust? I’m sure you can easily hear that engine cruising at those beautiful country lanes…but that is just me and my opinion.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes I love the look and sound tbh. A bit louder would be good but not if it means changing the shape 👍🏼

[@garylewis3780]

I have a BMW R1250GS and a Harley-Davidson Breakout 114. Technically, the GS is superior in every way. It’s faster, the brakes are better, it handles better, the suspension is sooooo much better, it’s more comfortable and it has better wind/weather protection. In comparison, the Breakout is a Neanderthal of a machine. It’s raw and brutal. And that is why …….. I absolutely love it. You have to really ride it. Be one with it. Makes me feel alive.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea that’s exactly it. 👍🏼

[@lukewalker1051]

You nailed it and why people love Harley's just like they loved old British sports cars. Rawness, crudeness puts the rider in touch with their primal selves. Isolation makes a rider feel nothing other than a tach needle spinning on a dial.

[@thesilverfoxtravels6653]

Watching you struggle with the big heavy cruiser at the beginning had me chuckling. I’m a cruiser rider myself but my Honda VT 750 Shadow Spirit, though no lightweight is so much easier to move around. Couldn’t agree more regarding why we ride cruisers, the involvement with the machine is all part of the experience. 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Haha yes it’s not easy 👍🏼

[@toddaod295]

Such an awesome video! Incredible country side, home and beautiful bikes. You guys perfectly describe the feeling of riding a low end torque, all metal machine. Guess to each his own, but I couldn't agree more. And that drone is fascinating. Thank you gentlemen!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Much appreciated 👍🏼👍🏼

[@simonndaula828]

I am 45 and agree with you on the tech of things on a bike. I ride a good old Yamaha xt600e and I would like to buy a second bigger bike but I am put off with all the tech gadgetry. You have interested me in these cruiser type of things

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Glad it was of use 👍🏼

[@Aitch412]

My 2017 Bobber has a pair of Vance and Hines cans on it... much more visceral and on the move a glorious bellow... been through all the genres... sports, road, and finally settled on the cruiser... dead comfy and waaay more relaxed... loving it

[@uguna100]

I ride a cruiser RE meteor 350, my first bike, almost 140km almost 5 days a week. You know why I prefer a cruiser.

[@motoprof3672]

I love cruisers, too, but they are are not practical as commuter bikes that need to navigate high-speed, busy American freeways. The taller German and Italian "plastic" bikes provide far better visibility, agility, and safety. But their aesthetics stink. There is perhaps one exception: the BMW K1600 Bagger, a fine-looking machine with terrific power and safety features. Any chance you guys can review one? Love the channel!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent! We'd like to but it's proving difficult to get their bikes atm

[@roguecheddar]

My stunning 2019 Indian Springfield in steel gray and metallic burgundy and I concur. Cruiser Heaven, all day, every day.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@adamsimper6364]

…because they’re fucking cool. 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

And that! lol

[@LooxJJ]

I envy you...you have 2 of the best cruisers at your yard! :D (14:30 It would've funny to let your dog choose which one is the best)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much! Haha yes 🐾

[@evemariedumais1461]

I luv my 2012 Road King that I've owned since new. The only downside would be It's weight... At 850 pounds it could defiantly use a reverse.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes that’s for sure 👍🏼

[@RideWithRen]

I love bikes with a classic look, but I don't like cruisers with their low seats. I prefer a seat that is about the same height as the tank, and mid rear controls. If I can't stand up on the pegs to clear obstacles I don't like it. That's why I prefer what Royal Enfield is doing over anything that Harley has for sale.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Fair enough bro. 👍🏼

[@upnorthrider]

Great vid fellas, haha yip having a reverse on a big cruiser would be very handy! I use drones in most of my vids where I ride to the different beaches, it’s great to show off the coast line here in New Zealand Cheers 😎

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes indeed 👍🏼

[@Tubespoet]

Cruisers look so good but the expense means that I wouldn't buy one but I thoroughly enjoyed a test ride on a Harley Fat Boy I just couldn't afford it! I'm not so keen on the Japanese cruisers which are a little more affordable. Great video

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes that’s a fair point 👍🏼👍🏼

[@silkycherry]

Both very beautiful Cruiser Motorcycles together. 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 🙏

[@ikust007]

The bmw is simply gorgeous. Quality : outstanding

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Agreed 💯

[@gsrossco]

I've been flirting with the idea of owning a cruiser for a while, even had a few test rides on a Harley. Ended up going the other direction and buying an Africa Twin, but I think my next bike will be a cruiser. Your R18 is really growing on me, great value too, well at least in Australia where the price slots in between the Softail Standard and the Street Bob. Looks like more bike for the $ than the Harley's mentioned.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK yes why not! 👍🏼

[@JoJo-hc4dj]

Great video as always with the addition of the awesome drone filming. I love cruisers they are cool 😎

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much! 🙏

[@markbroom5152]

Great vid as always! Totally agree!! Now I've been riding a cruiser for a year now, I dont want any other style bike, is all about the torque!!! oh and I don't know why, but this video isn't listed on my subscriptions page, i don't know if it was uploaded differently? But it says unlisted, hence maybe the low views? Anyway keep up the good work, always enjoy your videos 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Hey buddy, glad you like the video, not sure how you have been able to see it as only people with a link are meant to be able to see it. ( it’s not been posted yet in relation to approved the sponsorship in the video) it’ll be uploaded properly soon!

[@grantkokich6906]

Yes i agree it is better to have more control on the bike with conventional gear changing. Plus the sound of the twin cruiser. Your fathers twin is'nt a parallel twin but a horizontal or flat twin or also referred to as a boxer engine. Your dog again seems to like your bikes and even the rat does.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes thanks buddy. Good points 👍🏼👍🏼

[@SavioureG]

I own a Yamaha XV950 Racer. Before that I used to owna Street Twin and Before that a Hyosung GT650 R, the Yamaha is the only bike that stayed with me for over a year (let alone 2), I have to say I don't see myself ever selling this bike because its just too unique and too beutiful to let go, I only wish it had more than a measly 55 HP, but then again it is still stock, I hope to push it to 70HP some day.

[@lolsovs]

I think cruisers biggest problem is their desire to be some sort of "luxury" item, prices of Harleys and Indians are obscene (The BMW probably too), especially if compared to the raw specs of them - and yes I know the specs isnt the whole story. But how are you gonna entice new riders to the cruiser type with prices like that?? Thankfully we have the Rebel 1100 to help with that.

[@greysea4841]

Change those pipes! Louder than stock but not obnoxious is the way to go on a cruiser. Euro5 exhaust specs are far too quiet. It’s also a matter of safety.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes good point 👍🏼👍🏼

[@jasperduncan6633]

This is one for the old man. I am now a pensioner and I was shocked at the initial weight of the BM compared to my Harley and would need that reverse gear to feel secure. Penny for your thoughts?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Like Darcy said in the video, it feels lighter than his bike even though is 50kg heavier. It’s weight is carried very low and makes it feel lighter on top. With reverse it’s a doddle to move around

[@paulsymonds820]

Brilliant fun video guys….the effort with the Harley made me laugh. The drone looks superb….I have a cheap drone that on the last attempt I had to retrieve from my Walnut tree…..but there again I’m 57 so old man category sits uncomfortably well with me! I love cruisers but find scrapping the pegs is an issue with me because I tend to ride them as I would with a naked or sports bike. Both beautiful machines!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yikes! Yes you definitely ride a cruiser with a different mindset 👍🏼

[@lilynorthover8378]

Agree with everything you said. Unfortunately I'm only 5'4" but hopefully there is a cruiser out there for me somewhere. I think the Indian Scout Rogue looks better than the Harley Nightster but that's just me.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We’ve got the Nightster coming on Monday! We didn’t know that when we filmed. Indians come up very long in the reach so you need gorilla arms to steer 👍🏼👍🏼

[@lilynorthover8378]

I'll get a pet gibbon and I'll go pillion 👍🏻

[@mosgor]

Thank you guys! Wonderful video.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks very much 👍🏼

[@badj75]

ALWAYS OK 👍 WITH YOU, SIR

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Many many thanks 👍🏼

[@martinslocombe2288]

"I just saw a rat !" .... .Nice review but i`ll stick to my 2012 Bmw 1200gs , reverse gear not needed it also does cruising and scratching and if you want to the odd track day too . I also prefer the thrum of the R18 boxer and the low centre of gravity rather than the potato potato sound and weight of the Milwaukee V twin .

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha thanks buddy. Good points 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Lee-70ish]

Only reason I bought a cruiser was I've had the rest . Head down arse up ace bars cafe racer . Rear sets and clip ons road racer. Flat track style. Trials, Enduro and scrambler. Even a Matchless chair outfit and a couple of Honda 50 step throughs So Criuser was the last in the list. Not quite the torque of a Harley big thumper but still like my 12 year old Vee twin foot forward Vulcan plodder. No ABS, No rev counter just fuel speed and neutral indications. Enough for just a lazy ride.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Sounds great buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@kellyco4139]

Great review guys 😎 Sold my 5 month old Harley for a New R18 … best decision I’ve made for many years . The R18 is better in every way .

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. A lot of people commenting don’t like it; but that’s not a problem. It’s awesome 👍🏼

[@kellyco4139]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I’m sure if they actually spent some time riding an R18 they would change their mind 😎

[@stevenpaynter4463]

The more i see of those BMW crusers the more i like them.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

They are fabulous 👍🏼

[@tradeone6341]

BMW looks nice but sadly a no go for long legs. Anyway great content again as usual, thx for that 🙏🏼

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Mine are pretty long! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@tradeone6341]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Mine too, that's why I still really enjoy my "old" Kawa VN 1700 Classic. Ride safe and have fun 🏍 👍🏻

[@Hipporider]

Reversing heavy cruisers. Grip the tank with your thighs and do short steps backwards from the knees down, plus the occasional inertia bump through the handle bars like you were doing. I own an old Triumph Rocket 3 ,55 yo and 6'2", so you should be fine. Technique ! 🇦🇺

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It is technique but reverse is a game changer! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Hipporider]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan couldn't agree more!

[@ronboe6325]

The BMW in particular is great industrial art. Cruiser do look nice (but the engines don't have a monopoly on torque), but my back, bum and long inseam keep having me looking at standards (Honda CB1100 - a proper standard mind you :^) ).

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes good point 👍🏼

[@kevinpollard1550]

I av 3 bikes love em all but at 62 years old now i would a cruiser but such a choice dont know where to start

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Something to investigate perhaps 😉

[@kevinpollard1550]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan really fancy triumph speedmaster in red watched ur review what a beautiful bike

[@Volksplane1]

Quick question. Do you like the BMW r9T? Torque reason

[@ianscott5821]

Fantastic bike brilliant engine very underated...👍

[@madpete6438]

Its on my list - I had a boxer for 250,000 km and it rocked...old heavy torquey... modified to the nth degree and then sold!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely! We reviewed it a year or two ago btw.

[@m0osebeard]

beautiful bikes and good reflection

[@Rigz727]

I’m thinking the ole man should definitely change the exhaust, it looks rather big and unsightly and quiet to me. I do think the bike looks awesome, though🙌🏻

[@aceofspades5786]

Would be good to see a review of the Guzzi V9 Roamer, and how it compares to these

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yea we’d love to but they won’t deliver to us and it’s not worth the 350 mile round trip to get one. We wouldn’t make the petrol money back even

[@kevinpollard1550]

I av 3 bikes a 1300 yamaha kawasaki 1100 and a 250 honda superdream .but i really fancy a cruiser now im 62 .i want to enjoy the scenery more at a slower pace

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Definitely the best way to do it imo 👍🏼

[@duosable]

Seems to me that you ve been ripping the road for the last 45 years. LoL.

[@kevinpollard1550]

@@duosable i love all bikes but really fancy a cruiser again been looking at kawasaki 1500 meanstreak

[@Volksplane1]

Fun review, had me thinking

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Excellent 👍🏼

[@m109nak]

Would like to see a review and your thoughts on the suzuki m1800r.....

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Please tell Suzuki. We’ve been messaging them for 3 years and they’ve never replied!

[@peterhobbs7609]

Great review chaps

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

[@dry509]

What year is the Steet Bob? Not seeing a Classic model in the USA? Has this one been modified?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It’s officially called the softail standard, we like to call it the street bob classic because it is exactly the same as a street bob just with more chrome and brushed steel. It’s a 2021 model. Bog standard apart from the exhaust and the seat

[@dry509]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Oh Ok thanks for letting me know. Both cruisers are very nice looking bikes. Btw beautiful countryside. Mind me asking where this is? I am in Houston, Texas. Flat as a board.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@dry509 thanks buddy, this is the beautiful Welsh countryside in north wales.

[@clanmac66]

I took a slightly different route and traded my ZZR1400 for a Moto Guzzi V7 Special. I live on a hill and have to worry about static weight. But for around town you just can't beat a Vespa GTS 300.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes fair point! 👍🏼

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Nicely done!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

[@sayresyDevino]

Not a fan of Cruisers and that they are so basic. I do own a massey tractor that sounds similar....

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We love tractors too 👍🏼

[@adamlanglois563]

Thumbs up for your Fergie!

[@martinhowell3475]

Stick a sidecar on the R18 and i'm interested, even has the reverse gear.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Could be interesting! 👍🏼

[@martinhowell3475]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Turns out Watsonian Squire have already built a concept sidecar for it.

[@theonlyredspecial]

Thanks

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@kennyforgot83]

Just needed some heavy metal music to the scenes where your swinging your head backwards/forwards lol

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha yes we should have done 👍🏼

[@kwakithailand]

How about the Easy Riders title song 😊

[@nigel274]

Yesterday's technology at today's prices. Not for me but each to their own 😊

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Fair enough. I think it's the old technology that makes them so much better

[@nigel274]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan oh completely agree with that. I don't want the computers, riding modes and TFTs.

[@stuartjohnson5618]

Try Pro RACE exhaust system from Cambridge. I have them fitted on my R18 and the sound is spot on

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

I’ll have a look 👍🏼

[@timoteuslind9080]

Would live yo see a review a 1400 Moto Guzzi.

[@richardgiles2484]

For some reason I can't see the link about the holiday let which I'm really interested in. Can you put it in a comments 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It’s in the description my friend, here it is anyway 😊👍🏻 theoldebarn.jimdosite.com

[@florislok]

I never owned a Harley. Most HDs I see on the road are chock-full of accessoires which make them mostly very ugly (skulls? apehangers? flames on the tank?) But this one looks very basic and very nice. What is the model?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It’s a softail standard, that’s what I love about it

[@timwrigley2807]

Nice seat on the Harley, who makes it please

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy, it’s a Harley-Davidson badlander 2 up seat

[@smokinguns555]

Hello there, I will be new into the bike world again as I am considering buying one. I am used to driving cars as in India where I live, it is more convenient as the weather here is hot most of the year except for the 3months of winter here for and sometimes in between on a good day for which I am planning to ride. And the road conditions mostly are for slow rides and can be sometimes bumpy and you can be ' offroad' without any ⚠️. I know how to ride as I did in my early youth days (now I m middle aged) and I'm considering to get one and don't know how and when I will use it. Just want to ride for the feel of it. One thing I would like to know from you passionate riders as this might help me make a decision, why is riding a bike better than driving a car , especially on long tours because I wonder why the people who get a touring bike, don't get a car instead and be comfortable with all the things they want in the bike already there in even an average car . Please reply. Thank you. P.s . In India mostly there is a perception that people who canot afford a car , buy a motorcycle and people who cannot afford a motorcycle get a cycle etc.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks for your comment . Motorcycles give you a sense of freedom that you don’t get with a car. You aren’t affected by traffic jams so much, and they are more economical to run. And they are cool 👍🏼👍🏼

[@smokinguns555]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Thank you for your reply.

[@marcusmckay3668]

Leave the exhausts as l am afriad more laws will be incoming and they are very different.

[@MaaZeus]

And stupid laws like that should be actively rebelled against. It is a massive over reach when they start to prevent you modding something YOU OWN but is not a direct hazard to anyone else and a danger in traffic. Anywho, obnoxiously loud pipes are bad but so are overly dampened ones. It is quite discouraging when you have a big bike and a big exhaust but the sound is equivalent to a sewing machine with a bunny fart undertones. So far from what I have heard even today Triumph makes good sounding exhausts STOCK. Better with an aftermarket of course but still good when left stock so it is not like the current emissions and noise pollution laws are to blame. Most bikes today simply come with a badly designed, overly neutered exhaust. You would not get such an exhaust if you were to buy a Ferrari or Lamborghini even though they fall under the same noise pollution laws, they understand the beautiful song of the engine is a big part of the driving experience.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes that’s what I think (Ol Man).

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Good points there buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ilearner3319]

Do you live here, wow such amazing housing which one is your Darcy? How many houses are here, What is the name of this place?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It’s just the Ol’Mans house, and holiday let. I live 3 hours away from the Ol’Man

[@ilearner3319]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan So where your mother living Darcy? and how many brothers and sisters you have? Why don't you tell me this place name, I am 18 and one day I want to meet Old man but not without any purpose, If Old man will have any benefits from meeting me then I will come otherwise I will not come without purpose or to waste my honourable mentor, you can delete after telling me ,just after 1 hour, I will screenshot Darcy 🙂, You Darcy there 🙂

[@buddhastaxi666]

Reconstruct the front / drive of your old farmhouse. It was ok for a tractor and horse and cart before that...before that a chariot with rotating knives? Use concrete, chippings, recycled brick. If that was my place I would build a retaining wall and then a levelling deck. As I'm more Aussie than I am Welsh, I would build a verandah as well. Plan as you approach, and turn it around while still mobile. If you have a flat garage there are trolleys that lift and rotate the machine. Convert the Harleys starter motor....somehow... to engage when in reverse and without a spark.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Fair enough. We like it rustic and natural tbh 👍🏼👍🏼

[@buddhastaxi666]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I just realised my comment went to far as to impose via a Comment more than advice and into opinion. I initially just thought how my experience of maneuvering my 350kg bike around is also hard to do when not on an ideal surface.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@buddhastaxi666 No problem my friend 👍🏼👍🏼

[@roverroko306]

Ol’man should definitely change the exhaust

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We shall see 👍🏼👍🏼

[@michaelpina1858]

The BMW looks better since the plate fell off!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes indeed! UK plates are hideous

[@swedish-geeks]

The engine in the BMW is not a parallell twin ;)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

See insert 👍🏼

[@GoldenBadger]

the bald head suits you. looks badass

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy, much appreciated!

[@seanwhitt6956]

tell me more about your holiday let.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Heres the link theoldebarn.jimdosite.com

[@seanwhitt6956]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Thanks for the info! Look forward to a vacation with you guys!

[@graemeanderson1851]

Have you reviewed Indian bikes? Do you like them? Is there an Indian tribe and a Harley tribe?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

So far, Indian have let us down consistently. I spoke to them the other day but I don’t hold much hope. They don’t seem very aware of the KZbin motorcycle world

[@graemeanderson1851]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan That’s frustrating for me, and even more for you. I will contact them. It may be a waste of time, but you never know. I actually want to compare Harleys with Indian before buying!

[@graemeanderson1851]

Just to let you know that I have written ti Indian.

[@Elbribon1]

Harley davison bikes are beautiful the ugly part is the people that ride them..and thats why i stay with my bmw gs

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Are you calling me ugly 😭

[@briangtester2536]

I'd still want the real motorcycle over the weird abomination BMW thingy WTF?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Anyway; at least you watched the video to give us all your negativity 👍🏼

[@motomaggs7164]

That drone’s a horrid pointy plastic thing, I prefer ones made of chrome and steel…..

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Classic bikes; Classic drone 😉

[@MrBulli69]

I have to ask have you guys ridden other bikes? I've got a VFR1200 and it's not short of torque and it over takes like a dream. Ps I've ridden a Vrod and a tuned up fat bob. I personally couldn't cope with the dire handling and scraping bodywork that tries to throw you into the hedges. The vrod was actually not that comfy either.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We’ve ridden tons. Check out our other videos 👍🏼

[@MrBulli69]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan will do, wouldn't do for us all to be the same

[@DonGoldstein-b7q]

Agree and did! After many many years without a cruiser this past November I purchased a 2023 BMW R 18 100 year anniversary and absolutely am in love with it. The comfort is off the charts I could ride it all day and often do ! 😎

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Awesome, that is great to hear 👍🏼

[@clemfandango9534]

I get the appeal of cruisers from the point of view of big torque and more relaxed riding, but the whole Harley / Hog / ape hangars thing turns me right off. I have ridden a Fat Bob, but to be honest the apes and loud pipes made me feel a bit of an idiot riding it through Swindon. And the “ culture” around it makes me cringe a bit. Just me. Everyone’s different and at the end of the day we are all riders. Equally, I’m not keen on dressing up like a power ranger and riding a sports bike with my arse in the air either. Respect to all riders !

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Haha yes I see your point. Personally I love the Harleys and the sound but we’re all different 👍🏼

[@splodge5714]

Agree about the loud pipes. I can't stand them on any bike but particularly Harleys, so obnoxious.

[@colinoz]

Do you know what would be good on a cruiser? CRUISE CONTROL.. And maybe heated grips..

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes that’s useful. 👍🏼

[@MHeadroom]

I’ve been riding a HD sport glide for 3 years now. 31,000klms later I have no desire to go beyond a cruiser. The style just sets you up for a relaxing ride and what a lovely way to front end the day. Nice job chaps. 😎👍

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

I'm with you on not liking the pointy plastic parts of modern machines. A bike should look like a bike. I do enjoy watching MotoGP and WSB, but I don't feel the need to emulate the riders these days. I prefer feeling like I'm going fast when I'm not particularly, I don't want my rides to be over too soon!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Well said! Exactly right 👍🏼

[@romgl4513]

The classic look of the Harley is just amazing, even the BMW is out-shined.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes it’s a lovely looking bike!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@user-yi3ox8wy4k Yes indeed

[@rabukan5842]

You two are spot on in every point you make. Cruisers are it for me, especially in my 60’s. And I thought about changing out my new Speedmaster’s stock pipes, but I like the sound as is, and don’t think V&H slips ons will make that much of a difference. I also like the look of those stock BMW pipes, so it really depends on whether you like that stock sound. Mr. Darcy’s Harley sounds sweet - not too loud, but a nice grumble. To me, the R18 sounds fine.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Yes I think you’re right there 👍🏼👍🏼

[@1990-t1j]

It's the engines for me. I don't like the riding position. The solution: a Yamaha MT-01 - 1670cc two-valve per head, air-cooled V-twin.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK I get you 👍🏼👍🏼

[@timchamberlain6094]

Spent 18 years riding a Shovel so every ride was an event. Now on a 30 year old Evo and an 18 year old Sportster. I guess that makes me old school. You're right about reverse gears. I'm 65 and starting to struggle manoeuvring the big 'un around.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely bro! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@tenpoundpom9363]

I think once you ride a cruiser you become hooked very quickly, especially if you enjoy long trips. I'am lucky enough to own a few different bikes and they come and go but my Harley is definitely a permanent fixture which i can't imagine i will ever sell. Another great review guys.👍💯

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely. Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheJamesvgnr]

Need to park my bike in a tight space at home,so a Cruiser is out (too long and heavy).So I stick with my trusty old Yamaha Fazer fzs 600,which I think is a bit of a quiet legend of a bike in itself!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

OK yes they are big!

[@braikka]

Nope, nope & nope. I'm currently riding an FJR1300 & there's no way I'd swap it for a cruiser. If I do change, it'd be for an adventure bike or a modern classic i.e. Bonnie etc

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Certainly worlds apart looks wise 👍🏼

[@Hipporider]

The secret to handling a heavy bike is to park it in a clever way so you're not trying to heavy them. Let gravity work for you

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes definitely! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@olethorhermansen5696]

To answer Darcy's question: No, the Ol' Man should definitely not change to louder pipes. Making unnecessary noise is selfish and inconsiderate. Noone likes other people's noise.

[@coastalhillbilly3419]

R18 pipes look Toon Townie but I’m with you, quiet power is the best power 👍🏽

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks buddy. Good point 👍🏼

[@Shane-ln5zz]

The first 1 minute shows you why cruisers are useless in the city