Afternoon ride with my Harley Dyna Wide Glide and GoPro HD

22:01 Lamborghini encounter
Just an afternoon ride.
Upgrades:
Pipes: Vance & Hines Big Shots Staggered
Stage One Kit
Vance & Hines Fuel Pak
Decided to try out my new skeleton case for my GoPro but had too much wind noise.

[@maverickrmedia]

You know how badass a Harley is when some one in a Lamborghini is envious.

[@seagull1957]

love the way the guy in the Lambo appreciated the Harley and vice versa. True petrolheads not kids

[@RichDunn]

That's what a motorcycle video should be like. No stupid thrash metal / techno rap / country rebel (del as applicable) background music. No boring as crap commentary. Just a steady and well positioned camera, a long real world ride, and the only music we need to hear - the roar of the engine and flowing wind shouting freedom. Love the WG, no heavy crap tinsel, and lots of relatively agile fun.

[@ibabkodal]

Richard Dunn 💯% AGREE ✔

[@iMatthewWilliams]

A motorcycle video can be whatever a person wants. Different people like different things. You're allowed to like this style of video without demonizing the others...

[@romannerez3086]

100%, just was above to say thesame

[@bobbypham5706]

You wish you were me he’s a purist, kinda like the guy that likes his girls no make up

[@demiurgeobzen327]

@@bobbypham5706The notion still applies, you can be a purist without being a douche, seriously why is that such a hard concept to grasp??

[@stephenbone9929]

I was born in 1960 and grew up in the 70's with two-stroke MX race bikes Susukis, Hondas and Yamahas. I even had two-stroke street bikes, All during this time my Dad was always trying to get me to ride his Harley but, didn't want anything to do with it! I told him, I only liked two-stroke bikes because they were fast and that when I got older I was going to buy a Ferrari. He told me by the time I could afford a Ferrari I wouldn't want one. I did own 3 Porches though. He finally sold his Harley in 1983 and bought a Honda Magna which he only drove 2000 miles before letting it collect dust in the garage for years before selling it. He said his Honda Magna was smooth fast and refined but it didn't sound like a Harley, wake the neighbors, shake or excite him when he rode it, he said it was too refined. I don't want that Ferrari now because I'm 63 and am having way to much fun riding my 2012 Wide Glide. I love my Wide Glide and I will never sell it! My "Wife" has a M8 2017 Harley Tri-Glide Ultra and its really nice but, it is two nice and doesn't get my heart going like my Wide Glide!

[@destrocrimson]

guy in the lambo stops and ask you how you like the bike lol. Classic.

[@mr.breeze7673]

Nothing like riding, good for the soul and clears the mind.

[@djangor4969]

I remember watching your dyna video several years ago Chris and it was great today rediscovering it and watching it again after all these years. Very enjoyable. No talking or voice over. Just the sound of the bike and feeling like I was out there on the interstate experiencing the ride with you. So I'll save it this time so I can revisit it again. I'm sure many viewers would have gone on to buying their own dyna after watching this. Thanks for the upload buddy.

[@DaveChapellinghoven]

So simple as only the view of the ride. Perfect!!!! You nailed it! No phone, No GPS, No radio, No soundtrack, but most importantly there are no distractions. The best psychiatrist or any medicine could not compare to the peacefulness and comfort of riding free on a Harley. I just wish I could purchase a Harley on my medical flexible VISA card from work. lol Great job! Simplicity at its finest.

[@djangor4969]

This could well be the best Harley ride on the highway to be found on KZbin and I've looked at a lot. Well done Chris Thompson and thanks for uploading an excellent 39 minutes of motorcycling bliss!

[@wolfsden3812]

Thanks for this.....Dont have a bike dont have a license but because of this video I can appreciate the buzz of being on the back of a Harley.....be safe!

[@justinthompson6249]

Nice ride! Seriously. I'm buying a 05 super glide tomorrow so I was watching videos when I stumbled accross this. I am from San Antonio (Bandera & 1604) but never rode when I lived there. Thank you!

[@taskforceripper91]

Cool video! Nice bike, nice sound, cool Lamborghini. Thanks for the ride.

[@allankarrer7283]

Enjoyed the vicarious ride. Luv my 2016 FXDWG. Rode my '94 WG for 15 yrs; don't miss the carb fuel system at all!

[@martijnwho6476]

What an amazing bike!! Hope you're really proud of it :)

[@rogershipman3578]

As soon as you started the ride I thought it looked like Texas. Fun times on a fun bike.

[@lynnledbetter4359]

That is one bad ass sounding bike, and damn good looking bike, love that color scheme

[@boss4638]

Man, you are so lucky ! Each time I see you ride it's like if we are riding that cycle ! And each time I ear the sound of your pipes I turn nuts ! I can't wait to finish my driving courses and to buy my first cycle ( FXDWG ) if it's not this year it will be before 2019 ! I'm 49 and it will be before I have 55 year hold ! Thats why i'm writing you ! Drive safe and thanks for your great and beautyfull videos !

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Thank you! Will be making a new vid tomorrow on my way to college.

[@JamminGIJames32]

I thoroughly enjoyed your video! as a new rider contemplating what it will be like on longer runs than a few minutes, it was great to see you ride in the different scenarios - neighborhood, moving fast streets with lights, and a bit of highway... just wish a Rudy's BBQ stop would have been in there somewhere :) I like your setup that you used for the camera too! plenty of video with going into higher gears... I couldn't really tell when you might have down-shifted though.

[@ripkillgnar]

just bought a '14 wide glide, yours sounds the way I want mine to haha. very nice bro

[@SgtChain]

Bike sounds mean brother and damn I miss Texas. Born and raised in spring, Texas. Now I'm in Vegas. Miss grass and rain lol.

[@jerrysaunders6105]

A nice ride. Looks like some pretty good roads there. No potholes or cracks. I'm waiting out the winter in upstate NY. This is the best I can do until the weather gets warmer. I have an '01 Deuce. I like the way you ride. Stay safe.

[@cojventures7911]

Nice job mate sounds great

[@srhintz]

Dynas forever! Hope you kept it. Great color

[@mattvickrey8629]

one fo the best sounding bikes I've heard when idling

[@shaneitsaname6135]

No music . Excellent ! Good Vid 👍

[@Yakov94]

Nice ride BRO!!! I wish you could Film some rides like that I really like it , Keep going

[@raphaelbernal7948]

Looks like San Antonio 1604. Sweet looking and sounding bike! Cool video!

[@robertavellinoamericanpatr6287]

Great bike. sounds good. enjoy your videos.

[@coryable8256]

Great ride Chris. I recognize that sound. Nice

[@robinsmith9150]

Yea man! I just picked up a 2010 Dyna Super Glide with 7100 miles. Motorcyclist Harley. Minor upgrades to the suspension, brakes and tires and you have a great looking and riding bike.

[@mathewhastings9485]

I used to have a 2010 wide glide, I loved that bike and was sad to see it go, on the flipside, at least I found another way to get to La Centera.

[@Ramona1058]

Hello Vadim S. I just bought a WG. tried the low rider but that was like trying to dock the Queen Mary. I have the 2-1-2 tommy gun pipes by Vance&Hines forward controls are stock I get 50 to 50 mpg so far with 2400 miles on the clock. If U R gonna ride for hours at a time, you'll like the forward controls. A great bike, I think you'll really like it. Engines got more balls than a pawn shop window even in 6th gear.

[@keithblackburn7516]

Just came across your video. I too have a Dyna Wide Glide (2011) with Vance and Hines pipes and the sound commands attention. It looks like we have the same color/flame scheme. Headed out tomorrow for a ride here in Colorado.

[@wolverineclaws64]

Awesome video and a nice bike bro

[@chevyvictor]

Great vid. im aboutto buy an older 97 Wide Glide 1340,.. hi from NZ

[@ozziejim8472]

Chevy Levy hey kiwi dude still ridin that 97??

[@radioactivellama7192]

Finally! An ASMR video I like.

[@mvol5973]

Man, you're riding my dream bike. I've always had a thing for the Wide Glide, at this point in life I can't afford one but glad someone who can afford one is able to enjoy it

[@RidingWithNick125]

How much does that bike cost around

[@ChrisThompsonM]

+mvol5973 Thanks man. I felt the same way at one point, don't give up and you'll have one of your own in no time. :)

[@ChrisThompsonM]

+RidingWithNick 125 I got mine for 13k at the time which was in 2012.

[@RidingWithNick125]

+Chris Thompson dang! I have to say that's a nice bike! She sounds good

[@mvol5973]

@@ChrisThompsonM finally got mine last week. Bought a 2016 with only 900 miles on it

[@Bone679]

Great Ride Thanks

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Thanks Don!

[@StundieAward]

Love the sound. Gonna get myself a dyna wide glide.

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Stundie Award Thank you! You will not be disappointed.

[@StundieAward]

***** No problem!

[@deborahf3738]

Nice long ride....thanks..

[@51Dss]

Nice - love my Switchback - easy to pop off windshield and bags - go for the sporty look. I've been thinking about throwing a set of leather bags over the back just to get that old school look (I'm 63) - you know - switch back and forth between the hard cases and the leather to suit my riding plans. What was that car ...at first I thought it was a Lamborghini - then at the stop light looked like ...I don't know. Was cool though.

[@boss4638]

When are you gonna do another video with a walk around of your Dyna Wide Glide ?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

When the weather gets a little warmer. :)

[@johndecann9495]

DAM DUDE NICE BIKE

[@abe1365]

Nice bike!

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Thank you!

[@jhowej3]

I liked your ride around San Antonio. ( I have a 2008 Dyna Low Rider) Enjoy your riding and be safe.

[@michaelsmith8060]

got the same bike and love it

[@SunsTo7]

Wow ,you the Man.

[@Cinemafacts]

nice Sound :-)

[@xranchero500x]

Hey Chris. I'm looking into getting a 2014 Dyna Wide Glide either late this year or sometime next year 2015. How's that bike ride? I live in New Braunfels and work off I-10 and Dezavala BTW lol.

[@Kurmuh]

is that a 103? what are your RPMs at usually when you shift? I try to keep mine about 2,000 or less but im breaking in my motor :P you shift smooth!

[@megamindtvsydney3967]

I’m looking to buy my first Harley- looking at a fat boy or low rider at or fat bob - the new frame with the 114 motor what you think?

[@raredeamonaeaon]

Brother, I would like to ask a couple of questions about Wide Glide. Are you happy with it? Can you tell me a brief pros and cons how to have a Wide Glide? Much thanks.

[@RenixGames]

awesome video, i just wish you rode a bit more aggressively from time to time. Like acceleration faster. Keeps it more interesting.

[@ChrisThompsonM]

I'll keep that in mind for my next video!

[@Rennyblue]

***** Fuck him , ride safe

[@jerrysaunders6105]

You ride like a human being. Respect for the bike, the road, and the traffic around you. You got no need to prove anything to anyone. Id ride with you.

[@user-mo1tm6yv5s]

Super!!!!!

[@jdisinter]

Had to sell my bike enjoyed yours thanks

[@monkeymofo]

Is this bike good for someone who is 5'5"? Would be able to reach forward controls?

[@pizzasubs]

do apologize for asking these questions cause Im not actually never been a motorcyclist, so If I may ask, this bike has twin gas tanks right one on each side of the speedometer, then what is that directly undernieth the speedometer, and unless I totally missed it, when you shifted the bike, you do it with your right hand correct, only because I didnt actually see you actually grab the clutch handle with your right hand.....and last question if I may please, unless its built into the speedometer, where is the fuel gauge located on the bike, Thank you for a FANTASTIC ride......

[@mvol5973]

Andrew Silva it has one tank, the cap on the right is the filling port the one on the left is fake but contains a fuel gauge. Shifting is done by squeezing the clutch on the left handlebar and using the shift lever on the left attached to the transmission

[@fingerboard631]

very nice riding video!!

[@boss4638]

Still waiting for your next ride with your Wide Glide !

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Spring break is next week. Will probably make one then!

[@andreashoppe1969]

Wow, that's a beautiful hog.

[@Auragenerator]

Nice video, nice bike. Could you list the custom parts the bike has? Is that stick exhaust? It would help me with purchase decisions...Thanks!

[@dakotadodge221]

Defiantly not stock

[@levi-ep4od]

just wondering if Harleys have reverse. .evwrytime I see a Harley backing up.the rider is juicing the throttle . does that help in pushing the bike backwards. ? do Harleys not run on an exhaust that is quiet? ..just wondering

[@jerrysaunders6105]

Except for the trikes (Three wheelers) Motorcycles have no reverse. Maybe the newer Goldwings, but I'm not sure about that.

[@blairsimpkins3505]

I took my 2010 Dyna Super Glide for a afternoon ride.

[@devonasher7857]

So what’s the difference between a super glide and a wide glide?

[@boss4638]

Great video ! What kind of pipes do you have on your harley ?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Thank you! Vance & Hines Big Shots Staggered www.vanceandhines.com/store/dyna/fullsystems/17919

[@sdfvmbshdbgsdbv]

are these types of bikes good for a beginner?

[@joeybaker3074]

Damn.....I just swallowed a bug....

[@jofouche]

Drive myself a 2013 103cc Wide Glide and it's the best I ever did and do ...

[@macaulay9]

nice ssound

[@kenbuttone8775]

What are the handlebar s YOU'RE rockin on your wg? Thanks

[@pattiharris5279]

There stock bar's

[@kloputzer0]

may i ask how expensive it was? because i want to get a wide glide too but dont know if i can afford it

[@dakotadodge221]

1600-to 1700

[@LCDrumsandGuitar]

I currently have a 2007 Sportster 883 custom. I am considering the wide glide for my next bike. I am just at a stalemate currently because i can't decide between this bike or the street bob. Does anybody have any 2 cents on either one of these bikes?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

They are both pretty much the same bike. The wide glide is little longer by inches because of the longer forks and bigger degree in the rake. Just depends on which look you like better.

[@xenosxanthippe9861]

GrandPa riding, almost fell asleep

[@swk1610]

What kind of pipes?

[@johndecann9495]

HOW MANY MILES IS YOUR BIKE

[@InsanityHere]

Contemplating a wide glide. I'm just not sure "how differently" the wide glide rides from the standard Low Rider, let's say. l

[@doby123123]

I have always loved harley davidson and the sound it will put out. I'm only 17 right now, but I have been really wanting a Harley Davidson sense I was way young just because the sound and the way they look. So when I can afford to buy one of these bikes, me only being 5'9 5'10 was just wondering what type of bike would best fit me if anyone can provide information. I really like the Street bobs but don't know if it would fit me. If anyone could help.

[@Izzyforeverlace8chrome]

Im 19 6foot for me i started on a 883sportster great bike to learn from,height is not really an issue on a harley because you can get standard pegs or get a sporster superlow made for shorter people.You wont have an issue being 5'10

[@doby123123]

Isabel Porzio I had looked at an 883 at a potential fire bike sense a lot people have said its a good bike to first learn on. I'm hoping to get my first bike this summer, sense i'll be 18 and graduated out of school. Sense i'll be able to apply for a loan, and the payments might not be that bad just depends but if not this summer then i'll definetly get one next summer... can't wait to finally buy a motorcycle

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Fordftw2005 I'm 5'10 also and this wide glide fits perfect for me. Like Isabel Porzio said, Harley's are probably the easiest to customize. The best way I think to find a good fit is to go to a dealership and sit on a bunch of different bikes. I also admire you for getting a Harley as your first bike! I started with a crotch rocket (Yamaha R6). It was fun at first but got old and traded it in for my Harley. I just paid mine off after 2 years. Worth every penny no regrets. :)

[@doby123123]

oo yea I love Harley and always have sense I was young. Probably because my dad just rags all the other bikes haha, if its not a harley my dad is the least bit interested haha. But yea nice bike I like it a lot the sound and color is sweet, and will hopefully some day down the road own a bike like that.

[@hastingsway1295]

Dude im 5'6 and bought a brand new Wide Glide and it fits perfect. your good

[@TheBubbles069]

Whats the difference between a superglide and wideglide

[@103wideglide]

The wide glide has wider front forks for a more sturdy ride and there is more rake to to the forks than that of a super glide, which gives the rider a lower seat height and more laid back riding position

[@wolfsoldier5105]

How are the brakes? I'm considering buying this bike and I hear the brakes suck...

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Wolfsoldier You are correct. The brakes are absolute crap. Most other bikes have wider front tire and dual front brake calipers. This one has a super skinny front tire and only 1 brake caliper which equates to horrible braking.

[@wolfsoldier5105]

Youd think they would want to fix that as brakes are kind of important...lol...Do they even have a way to upgrade them?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

Not sure. Never looked into it. This bike was designed for looks first, function second.

[@srhintz]

@@ChrisThompsonM mine has dual disks up front and they still are weak. It takes a great deal of force to lock them up.

[@glytch5]

is that the 103?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

96

[@jrodthegreat1]

that guy is always walking his fuckin dog

[@rktman56]

Chris, when are you going to post some new videos? Nice ride.

[@ChrisThompsonM]

rktman56 Thanks man. When I stop being lazy :D

[@rktman56]

***** I picked up a 2015 Wide Glide on the 22nd of June, 2015. Your videos were helpful in me picking that model Dyna. I came from a Low Rider (nice bike also), but I really enjoy riding the Wide Glide so much better! As far as being lazy, you got an awesome bike... get out and ride it!!!! ;-)

[@ChrisThompsonM]

rktman56 Very nice. I do ride it, i'm just lazy making the videos. lol

[@rktman56]

***** I understand ;-)

[@ChrisThompsonM]

+rktman56 Got a new vid for ya. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnStfqWdpsakhck

[@brotherjared2197]

anyone that owns both a harley and a lambo is ok in my book.

[@zipper978]

Get a wind screen for your mic it will sound better

[@ChrisThompsonM]

ZIPPER978 Yeah. I was trying out the skeleton case, that was a bad idea. The waterproof case sounds pretty decent tho.

[@Dancingbear269]

Why wear a full face helmet but no gloves or sleeves? I don't want the EMTs to have to scrape you up. I'd rather you get up on your own, brother. Keep the rubber side down!

[@connorjones536]

DO A WHEELIE ON A HARLEY LIKE A BOSS

[@UnoBadBadger]

I never really understood why they call these "wide glides" they are one of the thinner bikes on the market.

[@DonB356]

+Baconator Green Originally introduced back in the Shovelhead era, I think they were called Wide Glide because they had an FL front end (wide) on a Super Glide chassis.

[@103wideglide]

They call them wide glides because the forks are wider than those of a super glide or a low rider

[@TheCali8er]

its the forks are wider apart

[@ozziejim8472]

Lose the watch man

[@buckwheatINtheCity]

Dude, show us how your bike looks. 🙄

[@larrypeterson526]

Ever hear of "Engine Braking", "Rev Matching", "Down Shifting", ?

[@ChrisThompsonM]

I do that stuff on my Ducati and Honda CBR 1K. Why bother if I'm just cruising on the Harley?

[@jumpmaster1906]

Digging' your video. I'd love to hear more of your pipes at speed. Check out my video for capturing better audio for your next video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2LQf39tbtKsjrM

[@NJSlots]

I thought it was a harley rule not to wear a watch?!?!?!?!

[@odertube]

All Harley's come with a clock now so I'm not sure where you got that from.

[@christopheradams8368]

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