And This Is What My Harley Davidson Shovelhead Roadbike Sounds Like

Just got her back together again and made some new exhaust pipe extensions. Nathan made the pipes out of "leftovers" I had laying around and Scott cut me some new extensions for out the back.

[@PrivateUsername]

Mike, you need to read kids books. You have a voice for it.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you.

[@dscott6508]

I have a new Hero! Loved your videos before but now I see Sonia and you've won me over brother. Thanks for good honest tips with no hollywood drama!

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow. Thank You. Sonia is flattered too. But, she's really a little put out with me. I haven't got her sidecar up yet. Coming soon. No drama necessary.

[@brucesanborn7484]

Nice,Mike👍 Maranatha, Greetings from Tampa Florida 😎

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@fililoboesparza5784]

Beautiful Showerhead!! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank you! 😊

[@alanedwards5382]

She sounds Great Mike.ive been working on shovels for 30 years and still learn from your vids

[@pacificmike9501]

It goes on forever. You could probably teach me a few things.

[@tasunko7672]

From time to time you're going to have to strap on a Go-Pro, and take us for a ride. I'm sure I'm not the only one that would appreciate that. Thanks for the video.

[@pacificmike9501]

We've talked about it. If we do it, we want to give you something you'll enjoy. We'll see.

[@davemetz7368]

I agree. Mike DOES need to put on a go-pro.

[@DeuceDevil]

I agree with that 😈

[@alessandrojosue656]

you prolly dont give a shit but does anybody know of a method to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb forgot the login password. I would appreciate any help you can offer me.

[@louiebarrett5280]

@Alessandro Josue instablaster =)

[@robfrye4664]

Your smile tells it all! That's one beautiful motorcycle!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@tomwagaman6440]

I'm honored to say I follow your videos! I live in Phoenix!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. Hello Phoenix.

[@billysmith8149]

Sweet sounding Shovel

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@johnc4090]

That's a handsome looking bike Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@TheHenkepenke]

Greetings from across the pond! That bike sounds great! The smile on your face says it all.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You

[@Eugenesnufflebean]

Aww, bless your ❤ Mike, please make a video with your best friend riding with you

[@pacificmike9501]

Oh yah. Thank You. It's coming. I'm very fond of my dog and I really want her with me.

[@FrankiesWorld]

Sounds beautiful Mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Saveourfreedom]

the Sound of a shovel. one of the most beautiful pieces of music

[@pacificmike9501]

Yep. Thank You.

[@C_Agape]

This dude is the Bob Ross of bikes and I’m all here for it

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@dictumfactum9468]

That grin at 4:55 says it all.

[@pacificmike9501]

Yah, I guess it does.

[@cameramanmike2072]

👍

[@SixShooter14]

Beautiful bike and beautiful pup. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@jeffreylamendola7220]

Nice bike, nice yard, nice dog, nice life

[@pacificmike9501]

It took a long time to pull off, but I feel very fortunate. Thank You.

[@srcobra50]

Another sweet looking and sounding bike 👍🏽 be safe brother.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@petek1454]

Mike, I can’t even put into words how much I love your videos. Thank you for doing you’re thing and letting us watch! Your videos are the light in my dark times and I thank you!

[@pacificmike9501]

Wow, thank you! I really would like for this to be a pleasure. I've really enjoyed the interaction with some great people.

[@ThatGuy-nb7zf]

I grew up playing with tools in the floor of my grandfather's garages. They both taught me so much about motors and general shadetree mechanic work. So glad guys like you are continuing to hand down knowledge to the younger generations. She sounds amazing. Hope you get back on the road soon.

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet. Thank You. Just need to fab up some strange brackets for the sidecar. Sonia hasn't seen some of my favorite paces yet.

[@daryllect6659]

But they never taught you the difference between a "motor" and an "engine".

[@loneggebroten2484]

Nice bike. My 72 FLH hasn't let me down in 32 years and counting..

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool.

[@aquahombre]

That is music to the ears, especially after working all day, Thanks

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@davidfellows6250]

Your gonna make me cry. I had a 71 FLH in pearl white. S& S everything ,from the flywheels to the carb. I road that bike for 20 plus years and all over CD the Americas. That's a real motorcycle you can take anywhere. Now I e got a Kawasaki. It's ok. You have a nice version of the one bike I wish I could have hung on to.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. It's fun.

[@Francey4782]

Fantastic sound again!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks again!

[@r0bkills]

The SWEET SWEET SOUND OF A SHOVEL , I'll never sell my FLHS

[@pacificmike9501]

I feel that way. I've had this one 42 years.

[@roostercrow8076]

Dig the color, hell dig the whole bike Brother!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@1701ALLEN]

I love my dog too. I take him everywhere. He wouldn't have it any other way. It looks and sounds nice.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@mikejohnson-dl7vt]

Who needs speakers when ya got "them pipes"!!!💪😎👍🇺🇸 (good luck with the side-car) Bless your pup🐶

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@lannyqualls9428]

Exactly! I never understood why ANYBODY would have a radio on a Harley. The sound of those pipes are sweet as classic rock.

[@kennymcquinkiss8292]

Mike, I love your videos I hope that you're around for another fifty years or more

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I'll try.

[@pskemster]

Mike, That bike is nothing but an eyeful to behold! You say she is a bit temperamental. And that’s all right.. still digging her the ape’s are an eye pleaser as well.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. We finally got through her "odd" tuning stages. She is a "one off."

[@staplests]

From an 81 FLHS Shovelhead guy, I'm really loving all the SH videos. Learning a ton. Thanks for doing those.

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like them!

[@openrangeoffroad2803]

Love that shovel brother. I had an 83 and it was fun

[@pacificmike9501]

Yup. It's a love thing.

[@streetwise10-73]

Another fun video....Thanks Mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@brucedriscoll2206]

Love them old shovels!

[@pacificmike9501]

You bet.

[@zombiedog4343]

Smile says it all! Thanks for sharing she's a beauty!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@robert846]

Greatings from europe. Bike sounds great.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. And, Greetings to you.

[@smokinjoe6924]

sounds great nothing like the sound of an old Shovel I have a side car on my 76 my German shepherd loves going for rides.pipes should be good back like that for your dog she will love it.see you on the road

[@pacificmike9501]

Sounds great! Thank You.

[@dawidos117]

Hey, Mike! What a beautiful looking and sounding bike. You’re like Bob Ross of motorcycles. It’s really nice to listen to your voice and your motorcycles 👍🏻

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@rickeysmith7674]

Poetry in motion

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@charlesnorton5134]

Very sweet running Shovel ... and yes the summer is here ,here in Ireland today is a wonderful day ,,we have just had 3 months of lock down opened again ,, we still have big limits on life ,,but it feels wonderful to be able to ride again . I have watched all your great videos form way back and always enjoy so much ,, Please keep up your wonderful calm and peaceful videos, I always find your voice soothing and the way you explain things easy to follow, ride safe ..Charlie from Ireland .. PS.. your notifications seem to be working fine.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You, Charlie.That's all good.

[@rick427ss8]

Well you inspire me to work on my Shovel, shame on me I’ve never touched it mechanically, I know my bad. Had it built in 1996 rode for awhile then dived off into the Evo world. I sold my shovel and it was gone 15 years. The buddy of mine that built it called me on day to tell me he was talking with the guy that bought it and had ridden it to his house. Wellllllll, I bought it back. Now that I learned my lesson not to ever get rid of your Shovel I would like to get her up and running properly again. Thanks for your help and inspiration, ride safe and stay cool. May God Bless. I’m sure I’ll be asking lots of questions.

[@pacificmike9501]

Way cool.

[@spongeyspongey5983]

The smile on your face when you were standing behind the machine you lovingly built says more than your whole dialogue! sweet thumper, music to my ears as well.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I really appreciate that.

[@disht2]

Glad Chong is still doing well. Looking good my man.

[@pacificmike9501]

Much appreciated

[@ziggyironic]

Beautiful bike, sounds great, thanks for sharing and a beautiful dog too. 👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jaynedoe1959]

That is a sweet scoot!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You Jayne.

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing. Fantastic sounding bike, pipes look great. Like the air cleaner logo.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@KraeseRepairs]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. So much knowledge has been lost throughout time regarding vintage and antique vehicles because of people not passing down there experience with them.

[@pacificmike9501]

We're trying. Thank You.

[@kod8759]

Sweet music. Potato potato potato. Thanks Mike.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks for listening

[@SendOout]

It's incredible what the new FLD (SWITCHBACK) is similar of this bike.. nice, beautiful. Thank you Mike for your passion

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like it!

[@dennisc.1189]

Mike, the bike is beautiful and sounds really nice and I just loved that comment an electric foot.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I get lazy once in a while.

[@mtyhntr49]

Very nice bike. Thanks for the sound check. Be safe out there. : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@Solanza]

An absolute masterpiece, what a pleasure for my ears. I wish every modern bike would sound like a harley. BOOM BOOM BA DA BOOM BOOM BOOM

[@pacificmike9501]

It would be nice. But the only thing that sounds like the real thing, is the real thing.

[@terrydunnett]

I was lucky enough to come over from Australia in 1981 to Orange County to buy an FXB Sturgis with the shovelhead and the dealer had already removed the hamcan for a round air-cleaner also some shotgun pipes.

[@pacificmike9501]

Very cool.

[@kevdogg3793]

Nice bike Mike I’ll be listening for you See you on the road

[@pacificmike9501]

You're on.

[@salvatorebaleno9807]

Sweet sweet music! I love the sound of a shovel. My father bought his '68 in '78 and now im riding it. Nothing ever feels as good as riding that bike. Its the green/birch color and although its not my favorite, id never change it. Eventhough i have seen some sweet dark green/white FLH's

[@pacificmike9501]

Very cool! That's a grand old bike. It certainly disserves to be preserved by you.

[@shannonwittman950]

In my small hometown, circa 1978, I knew of a guy who had an Electra-Glide. Was probably 1969-71 vintage. Looked a lot like yours, including color. He removed everything extraneous, including all extra lighting and turn signals. But he kept the original handlebars, brushed metal headlight nacelle, fenders and wheels. Might've also kept the foot-boards. He'd installed drag pipes and a classic thin Sportster seat. I don't think it qualified as a bobber. Just a sleek and simple meat n' potatoes machine. This was the golden age of Japanese four-cylinder sport bikes like the Kawasaki Z1 and the Honda 750F. Man, that Harley was a standout! Once when nobody was around I threw a leg over it, sat on the seat and lifted it off its side-stand. I marveled at the perfect balance in spite of its weight! Forty-some-odd years later -- thanks for this video and for sparking to life a great memory.

[@pacificmike9501]

That's great. Thank You

[@jamesrobinson2433]

Another beautiful bike brought to you by the Bob Ross of motorcycling.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Chewy-Da-Redneck]

Beautiful bike AWESOME sound!!! Shovelheads have the best sound of ANY bike on the road!!!

[@pacificmike9501]

Oh, I love the sound of any well tuned old Harley. Nothing sounds like a good running Shovel. Nothing sounds like good running Knuckle. Nothing sounds like a good running Pan. Can't wait to make music with a good running Big Flathead. It's all love to me.

[@howder1951]

So nice! We will see you on the road!

[@pacificmike9501]

I'll be looking forward to it.

[@tommydemis9094]

When you got close to her to check the enrichener I heard your Shovelhead makes the same noises as mine... that is comforting to me... THANX!!! : )

[@pacificmike9501]

Yes, they do.

[@lawrencebrandt8448]

she is soooo sweet !! thanks hope mine 1981/ 80 sounds that good hopping to finish her this winter to hot to work in the garage in summer . thanks mike

[@pacificmike9501]

I hope so too!

[@wills705]

Sweet sounding bike... My 75 FXE has a Thunderheader on it. It's a tad bit loud... It's eventually going to my daughter when she's old enough. I'm going to have to get another one... Not a bad delima to have. Great video & as always be well.

[@pacificmike9501]

That's what we refer to as a "quality problem." Sounds good to me.

[@jobuck893]

Man she is beautiful and sounds awesome too

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@blkdgg]

Sounds good to me Mike, Enjoy you summer rides. Melman!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@deadheadlights]

Sounds strong Mike! Glad to see her back together. Ride safe! Al

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. You too.

[@61espo]

Nice Mike! Thanks for sharing! She sounds great!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@ArmenianLifewithMitch]

She's a beauty Mike...both your bike and Sonia that is! Love your air cleaner cover by the way! Great to see the SU carb and those very thoughtful pipes too...she's a beautiful sounding bike Mike! All the best mate...and see ya out on the road with Sonia one day! Incidentally, that's my wife's name too! Regards, Mitch

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I look forward to seeing both of you.

[@stanroberts4820]

Got a great throaty sound! Glad to hear it's not idled to low! Lookin good :)

[@pacificmike9501]

She doesn't idle low.

[@horsedood13]

Fact is... Ain't no head like shovelhead.....

[@pacificmike9501]

Uh huh.

[@mikemusetti7389]

I've got 2 shovelheads and a knucklehead but I can think of another kind of head I like better

[@dukecraig2402]

Troublehead.

[@lots3799]

@@mikemusetti7389 Shrunken?🤣

[@shanecoker8566]

Very nice,I was looking for a SU carb but finally got my Tillotson running good on my 1969 FLH. The SU is so cool.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. A lot of people used to rave about their Tillotsons.

[@jeffreyhill7990]

Love that shovel

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@MrTurnone]

OK Mike this is wild, I just showed my wife your channel and showed her this bike and your panhead and I said that is a beautiful bike but I want to hear it run ...and bam...here you are

[@pacificmike9501]

That's great. Thank You.

[@johnlubzinski1924]

Hi Mike - I like Your bike & the electric starter - My ride has a kick start & i would like a electric starter on it - I Like Your nice Dog also - Both of You enjoy Your rides together ! Take care Mike - John - Canada

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. And, wishing you a great time. My memories of riding in Canada are awesome.

[@markblundell9461]

Yep! That's a shovel.......... Sounds just fine.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@dennishowell6494]

Sounds great very nice motorcycle

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@charlottesantafe1709]

ahhh. just stopped by to listen to that. thanks.

[@pacificmike9501]

But "No, Thank You."

[@onemeterpeter7137]

Thanks for posting all your bikes for us to observe and listen too. I love them all

[@pacificmike9501]

Glad you like them!

[@krisnacater]

Lovely motorbike. Good for you

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks! 👍

[@Roburtm]

She sounds amazing Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@rogerbunch4411]

She looks and sounds fantastic

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@ShaneOBrien]

What A great representation of your quality work Mike

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. She's a great road bike.

[@charlesrockit6352]

Just catching up,sweet ride bro,i love my shovel heads,grew up on them and will ride em till im gone Ride hard ride safe be well

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@browny200]

Such a nice bike, love your style Mike thanks for sharing 👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@johnscott2596]

Very nice bike sounds great I love all 3 of your bikes old school rules

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@raysimon1368]

Another one of your beautiful rides she is also awesome all the good ones are taken Mike's got em all I'm jealous love it

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I've had this one 44 years. There was a time when she was ALL I had. And those were great times too.

[@raysimon1368]

@@pacificmike9501 well mike I can't compete with your love affairs but I got a fatboy I bought 27 years ago new and love it but I always wanted a flh shovel good friend of mine bought one new in high school let me take it for a day ride and fell in love that's what inspired me to buy the fatboy

[@pacificmike9501]

Cool. We all start at the same place.

[@nicksrc908]

Really like the clean look of the long shot pipes. Good job sir!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@berare777]

As always a cool video. Thanks for sharing !

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@dilo777]

The sound of the pre evo v twins is awesome! I love it!

[@pacificmike9501]

Yah, me too. But each type is a little different. Pans and Shovels don't sound alike and Knuckles really stand alone. A Flathead is different yet. And an old Indian (1953 and earlier Twins) is something else again.

[@dilo777]

I’m excited to get my pan going! Is there a place I can share pictures that you’ll see?

[@thatsmrharley2u2]

Really diggin' that air cleaner decal, Mike. Ain't no head like a Shovelhead.

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@DavidPerez-cd9tu]

Love my shovel sounds great beautiful bike Mike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@jameslowe4228]

Sounds smooth Mike got her tuned good

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. She's a little fresh right now. She'll get better with a couple thousand miles.

[@FromTheHeart-777]

I love this man's voice! Love the bikes too lol

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Awesome machine mike, very nice set of pipes...

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@ethankc2864]

Love the way your bike looks and sounds, I'm getting my very bike this weekend. it's an 81 shovelhead, I'm very excited

[@pacificmike9501]

You should be. That's great!

[@sdimeblazer01]

I think the shovel is the best sounding engine in my opinion. I love it!

[@pacificmike9501]

I love them. Thank You. I love the sound of a Panhead. I love the sound of a hot rod Knucklehead. A hopped up Flathead 80 is awesome. You ever hear an Indian Chief stroker with a set of Shunk cams and straight pipes. Those are all magical sounds. They really do get us going.

[@wesleyalexander8814]

Beautiful beautiful looking ride

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@Momfasa]

Beautiful dog girl and bike!

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You.

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

That is some sweet music Mike! Stay well my friend :)

[@pacificmike9501]

Thanks, you too!

[@rodslogic4350]

Thanks Mike. Your smile says it all 😎👍

[@pacificmike9501]

Thank You. I'm having fun.