I Never Thought I Would Be Able To Do This!

My whole childhood I used to ride my bike to the local Honda Powersports dealer and walk around and look at all the new dirt bikes and four wheelers dreaming of one day being able to buy one. That dream started 30 years ago and I can't believe that it has finally come true. After looking on Facebook Marketplace for used enduro/dualsport bikes and realizing that everything I found was very used and at least 4-5,000$ I went to Honda's website and found ou that they have a brand new model for the US market in 2023 called a XR150L and it is only $2,971 MSRP off the showroom floor. So I thought why buy used when I can have a brand new one for less money?
The specs on this bike are 149cc, 12.5hp, 125mpg, 4 stroke, 5 speed manual, with a top speed in the 60's.
Thank you for coming along with us on this journey. I am very excited about being able to have something new like this. Now lets get out and hit the trails!
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[@user-jt9bq1jx5g]

I cracked up laughing when the dealer said ..there's a few things you can do depending on how mechanical you are..silly dealer your talking to Sleeperdude😂

[@sleeperdude2690]

🤣🤣🤣

[@codynashoba9065]

I thought the same thing. haha

[@1980bwc]

Well, in the salesman's defense, not too many people, who have the mechanical abilities Josh has, walk in wearing flip flops. 😂

[@trentdawg2832]

Flip flops and motorcycles are a definite NO NO!!!

[@bryanstaten5585]

We were all busting a gut when the salesman said that.....clearly does not watch the Sleeperdude family!

[@mopedlife8691]

I think Josh's constant grin proves a childhood dream has been achieved. Blessings to your Family Josh

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@richardotero2376]

The oldest child is the most important to get any approval. She is so cool and calm when Ralphie is getting attention. She's under rated on how much she contributes to the channel

[@Hello.ThisizBOB]

All the kids seem mature and loving to each other.❤ Even when Ralphie started eating WAWA's almond Rocha candy(?) in the last fan mail; WaWa didn't get upset 😡 😂. WaWa, it does seem, has a lot to say. I feel that she might have literary talent, like squeezy has artistic talent. Great kids.

[@charbokh]

Oh Wawa is great. My favorite. I have an artist daughter just like Squeeze, artist are amazing, I'm a musician myself but I think the plastic arts are the best. Ralphie is really special, I think he might be end up studying mechanical engineering and run a business when older. Amazing kids. 👏

[@johndenton5555]

Sons get Dad's nurturing, Daughters get Mom's, or risk being labeled as a 'tomboy' these kids hit the jackpot getting a LOT from BOTH!

[@AwakeLazarus]

For everything you do for your family and all of us watching, you deserve to have this dream happen. 🎉

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you so much!!

[@johnhale2767]

so true!

[@abolishwelfare]

I believe God is Blessing this family’s Faith, hard work and the example they set. A truly positive experience on KZbin.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@imkwuzn]

I’m so happy for you Josh! Realizing a childhood dream and passing it on to your own children by example is truly an accomplishment you should be proud of. Be safe and have fun!

[@johntatum1951]

Yep, Josh like a happy child...great for him...glad God has blessed him.

[@rawlinswanger1219]

Josh it does my heart so much good to see how pleased and excited you and your family are on your new cycle.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you so much!

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Congratulations, Josh. You have worked so hard at this channel that you most definitely deserve your very first brand new dirt bike! Thanks for letting us all come along on your adventure with the family😊

[@bighouse2115]

I'm 64 y/o & I love to watch your family videos - we admire how you cherish your kids & spend so much quality time with them & Mom - you two are gr8 parents/Christians & we admire that gr8ly! I'm not even a fair mechanic, but I have greatly enjoyed your recent burnout episodes with the Gremlin & Pinto too, & the great trip out West with the RVv LOL. When i was in my 30's i was a workaholic & i never did what you have done when my 2 boys were young (are now are 39 & 37y/o) The time you spend with them thru all these years (with Ralphie, Wawa & Squeezee) are the highlights of your lives, believe me. And we all can see U & your wife are both gr8 parents. P.S. We did do a lot of traveling league soccer seasons(10 years worth) & tournaments & practices down here in Florida, they are my gr8est memories with my kids.

[@rexkean]

Squeezy's smile at the dealer, looking at the bike, was worth the purchase! Congratulations, Josh, you've earned it!

[@charbokh]

Yeah 😅 if Squeeze smiles and gets excited then it's awesome. 😂

[@wayneC7]

Mr. Josh, you and your family deserves everything your hearts desire. It’s a blessing watching the cohesiveness and joy in your videos. The time you and Tasha takes to produce these videos for us is much appreciated. Enjoy the dirt bike 🏍️

[@sleeperdude2690]

Wow, thank you

[@dr.curious5136]

Congrats Josh, you are such a humble and amazing father to your kids .You are one of the few that truly deserve it. Have fun and keep the shiny side up.

[@dragon2knight]

Few dreams ever come true....I'm so proud of you Josh! You work hard, you get what you deserve! The fact you have such an amazing family to share it with you is the icing on the cake ❤

[@chadjohnson2946]

Congratulations. Well deserved. "If I fall in love with it" then recites the whole honda manual for the bike lol

[@jacksparerow9429]

Makes me happy to see Josh and his family enjoying life together! 😊

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you we are blessed

[@dcallan812]

you deserve it. You put so much hard work and love into the channel. Its nice to see you all so happy

[@steveridgley1386]

This is awesome. Happy for him. Well deserved. Great Dad too

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@peterdancer9721]

Nice to see you got a new bike josh, remember how sad you was back in Dakota when you had to get rid of the old one you had. Nice to see all your hard work paying off with the new shop etc. very well deserved

[@sleeperdude2690]

Yes!!

[@sundayangeltoo]

So happy to see you with that big smile on your face. You deserve having something new that doesn't need all the work. I'm sure you will have so many uses for it and all of the kids and Tosh will enjoy it too.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@lindastabell6598]

Congratulations Sleeperdude! So happy you can get something you have been dreaming of. Enjoy!!!

[@jimsstaggs]

Love the look of joy on your face and the pride in your face when the kids were riding was impeccable.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you we had a blast

[@sonnycuriazza6135]

My dad had a cr 250, and my uncle had a cr 500. My dad made a steel boot insert for my uncle so he could actually start that beast.

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s cool

[@Kevin-Murphy-007]

Congratulations to you Josh and your Family. Absolutely Beautiful. Amazing. Dreams come true when you know what to do, and how to do it. God Bless You and all of your Family and Friends and everyone out here in the world.

[@mtnman3MTA3]

That Honda 150 is a sweet little bike. They are able to sell them relatively cheap because they have been selling them in other countries for a while, Congratulations dude.

[@matthewjohnston1400]

Congratulations! The first tank of gas is on me. 😁

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you for your generosity!!

[@joelcrow]

I'm surprised we're just now getting these kinds of bikes in the US. They are literally EVERYWHERE like bicycles in India, Vietnam and so many other Asian places as the main family vehicle. $3,000 brand new bike that'll do 60 is ALL I ever needed when I bought a GSXR600 a decade ago... needless to say even that "small of a" bike was PLENTY of power for me.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Yes!!!!!!!$

[@CPthetooladdict]

I've owned 4 new Hondas and never lost a dime of money on them RIDE RED Baby!! Congratulations

[@matthewhutchins4284]

Man that’s a nice bike man. That’s a childhood dream of mine also, to be able to buy a new bike in the showroom. I’m like you and never hand anything brand new. It would be a blessing for sure!!! You deserve it man.

[@frances4309]

So happy for you, Josh! I think you need to ride it down to your childhood Honda dealer on the old route. Glad to see you all are helmet wearers! Whew! Tosh is getting braver by the video! KUDOS, Tosh! WaWa and Ralphie will be taking it on trail every opportunity. It's great that your dream is helping them learn skills, too. Great video! "Get your engine runnin....."

[@mtrgv]

I agree. The helmets will mitigate or eliminate brain/skull injuries. It only takes seconds to impact the road/street/highway.

[@John-Olive72]

Ralphie's already thinking about putting a Godziller in it!!😂😂 Love you guys

[@stephenellis3430]

When the sales guy mentioned mods if your mechanical minded. The kids can already do those mods. 😂 Love the family coming together for the epic new bike. Remember when I was a kid we never had any new cars always very well used 3rd and 4th hand. My uncle never had kids so he and his wife often would buy a new car, caravan or bike and we kids would think it was the coolest thing ever. The smell of the new car and the features we never had. Love your channel Josh and Family.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@stephenellis3430]

You mentioned the moped with the cranking pedals. At high school you could lean to ride a 50cc moped that also had the pedals. In the playground supervised by a very old war veteran teacher. Then take your test. Doubt they would ever dream of they now health & safety liability. Would say no.

[@nicevans6827]

I had a Honda XR125, it was excellent fun. One of the best things i did for it was put a good exhaust on it. You get a bit more power, it sounds great too. The factory exhausts make them sound like a sewing machine. People might say they're too loud, but id rather a car hear me coming and look properly.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Couldn't agree more!

[@dandunlap8638]

That salesman knew you were buying it when you showed up with the CFO

[@Shane_B46]

This is also a childhood dream of mine. Awesome you’re finally getting yours to come true! Much deserved!

[@marksmith0209]

Im just impressed that the salesman was actually helpful and seemed to know a lot about the bike - i have met too many clueless sales people!

[@sleeperdude2690]

Yeah I was impressed. I usually hate salesmen

[@reneprovencher8395]

Had to laugh when the salesman said, “if your mechanical”. I’m 75, and 8 years ago I did the same thing. I bought a Honda 350 road bike. I kept it only one year, my wife was afraid of being on the road. It was my first new bike. I follow “Itchy Boots”! She rides a 350 all over the world. This season she was lent a Bike from India because she is riding in India. Watch her past season, this gal is a world ambassador! Exciting to watch her short videos. She is a classy young lady. I am always afraid for her. But she is so knowledgeable about every country she is in. She’s my friend. Itchy Boots, Noraly Shoemaker (sic) from the Netherlands. She loved doing the desert in our western area. Love your bike!!!! I peddled my bike/motor. As a kid. They sell them today. 😁👍

[@davidjustice5805]

It's nice to see dreams come true

[@WreckedRevival]

As an avid rider and motovlogger I was super sad to see you sell the CL350 so I'm really happy to see you getting another bike and not long after I posted asking if you'd be getting another one. Heck yeah! P.s. SuperView on the GoPro with the chest mount gives a little better view of everything while riding! Looks like a fun bike I've got a 2021 KLX230 I bought for the same reasons as you, super fun off road, on road, and adventuring old back roads with!

[@mixerman1]

So happy for you Josh, you know this will serve you well, good to see the family all get a bit of a gift.

[@jont0315]

Happy for you man. Liie I always say, you more then deserve it. Just being an awesome dad, husband, and all around person. Yes in that order as well lol Enjoy it while it last tho, before you know it Ralphie gonna be asking can I take here can I take it there, once he gets his license and all.😂 👏🏾👏🏾 WOOOOOOOO!!!

[@gregoryblair9810]

First bike was a Yamaha 90cc Enduro (dual use also) at 16. When I was 30 the local Yamaha shop closed and they had an auction. Bid and got a four year old Yamaha 100cc pure dirt bike. Small enough that I could ride in deep snow and if I got stuck could just drag it to shallower snow.

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s funny

[@OutlawChevy2]

My mom still has the 1971 Yamaha 90 Enduro that she bought new. We call it the "Purple People Eater!"

[@timothyalderman2376]

If Herbie the Love bug was a motorcycle helmet that would be it. You need to put a 53 on that😂

[@sleeperdude2690]

Yes!!!

[@MyCjmiller]

Riding since I was 10. I now buy and sell 250cc imported dual sport bikes. It's as happy as I've seen Josh. Congratulations and have fun.

[@gotham61]

That's so cool. It's such a different experience when you buy a new vehicle, and you don't have to worry about some hidden issue they're not telling you about. I too have only bought one new vehicle in my life, and it was also a Honda. But this looks like much more fun than my 1991 Accord was.

[@jameskendrick573]

I'm happy for you Josh it's nice to get something new every once in a while

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@OldtimersGarageNL]

You and your family deserves this big time! ❤ Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@Warntator]

it says alot about a man that lets his kids drive his new bike first thing. I pray God keeps blessing your family.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@MacCustoms]

Congratulations on your new Honda!! You are going to love this thing and they are so reliable! 🏍️

[@Iseerightthruyou]

Congratulations Josh. Glad to see you reward yourself for all your hard work. You're such a good dude, and a great Dad and Husband, you deserve to be spoiled some too. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@DonaldHall9]

Looks like that bike is going to be a good one for you guys love to see you use it for your videos good job on your bike

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@harrycallaghan3057]

Brilliant, I remember you talking about it on a road trip. Enjoy, life is to short, well deserved 👍🏻

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@bradrichards6107]

That’s awesome, Josh. I am glad you were able purchase the motorcycle for you and your family. I believe the bike is definitely Ralphie approved.

[@sleeperdude2690]

For sure

[@lastkingofchicagotms2918]

You deserve it bro , you’re a great dad and husband and thanks for taking us all along for the ride 😊

[@RubenChickenFences]

Very happy for you. You deserve it. You work extremely hard. Glad you can reward yourself and your family

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you so much!

[@UncleTonysGarage]

Talk about crazy coincidences. For the last week I've been watching videos about that EXACT bike. The price and the size are perfect for light trail riding and scooting around town. I'm seriously tempted to go buy one myself, the only thing holding me back is time....I'll never get to use it the way it's intended to be used. Good luck with it!

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s funny. I love it so far, it’s great for trips to town.

[@larrydixon-vi7ld]

It made my heart feel good seeing the excitement in your face from getting your first brand new motorcycle. If anyone deserves that kind of thrill it is you and family. Your humbleness is beyond compare . I so wished I lived closer so I could help work on the awesome projects yall have going on .

[@bookooc5605]

Love it ...I have the same feelings about bikes! I can really feel the joy the whole family has. Smiling through the entire video!

[@shellywelsh2316]

You soooo deserve this, Josh!! Love your helmet, it reminds me of the Herbie car!

[@frances4309]

I thought that and Evil Kenevel. 😆

[@wendellharker6690]

That was awesome thanks for letting me watch 👍 😊

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@jetknight7562]

In the 80s, I used to have a 3 wheeler ATC honda, so much fun to ride.. you don't see much of those around do to safety issues ( that's unfortunate ) and congratulations on your awesome buy the sleeperdude American rider 😊

[@liamterry5301]

Congratulations Sleeperdude88!!!! I'm glad you spoiled yourself you deserve it!!!! Just be safe and have fun!!!!!!

[@ScottsafriendofGod]

I'm happy for you guys... especially Josh fulfilling his childhood dreams. God bless you. Have fun and as much as possible stay safe

[@jonclassical2024]

I think Ralphie was ALMOST more excited than Pal!!! CONGRATS JOSH!!!! If you get one for each of the kids, I bet they would deliver them all to your house!

[@thebasset]

Being from the UK .. the subtitles that you add for "mom" in your videos are much appreciated and hilariously funny... keep up the good work Sleeperdude family . Hope you enjoy the new bike Josh.. Wa Wa and Ralphie will soon want their own..

[@dandunlap8638]

Here we go again, more sleeperdude. Awesome

[@christianlebracq1956]

Awesome to see you and your family enjoying your first new bike 😊 Ride safe !

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ianjones4071]

Hi great bike, learnt to ride on a Honda 175 twin road bike with dirty tyres [casings],in 1974,first new bike was a 2003 620 ducati monster I was 43 years old, I really am a 100 cc two stroke guy, love the smile on every ones faces ,God bless you all 😊

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@BigChuck525]

My brand new Honda MT125 cost $650 in 1975. I rode 4000 miles with my dad this year on our bikes, not the Honda. Thanks Dad!

[@ctwolfgang433]

You all work hard at what ya do. I'd be a little disappointed if you didn't spend to grow the channel 0:09 and treat yourselves from time to time. Happy for you and family

[@sec1868.]

What? Another video? Love it! I'll watch a video of sleeperdude every day!

[@RobbBoswell]

Nice bike.. love the throwback to Evel Knievel helmet.. I'm the same.. love the smaller framed bikes.. even at 6' and 230# i just feel in more control.. great $ deal too.. congratulations brother.. 😄🤘🏼🇺🇲

[@walkingwithdogs8547]

Its really great to see the smile on your face, a kid with a new toy. But can't believe in this modern time how slow the bike is, my 1981 RD 125 yam top speed 87/90. I really would of thought these new bikes would have a lot more power. But glad you really like your new toy.😊

[@bradleyyounger8499]

That engine is rock solid and been around forever. Same as the crf150f and the old xr150. Parts are plentiful and cheap. An leo Vince exhaust and a better air filter. Jet it and it has great power

[@jeremychism1663]

So happy for you Josh! Couldnt wipe that grin off all day, im sure! Also, I seen Wawa in the UK jacket, Go Big Blue!

[@sharky28m]

That is great Josh, I know that feeling of getting that child dream machine. I realized mine when I was 48 and bought a new quad.

[@phillipbouchard4197]

Your arrival at the Honda dealer brought back memories of when I bought my first ATV at our Honda Dealer in Manchester , Ct. in December of 2003. It was a new for 2004 model Honda Rancher 400cc in red color. I also purchased a five foot wide Cycle Country snow plow for it. Sadly it was stolen in June of 2005 while on a quad trip in Western Pennsylvania where our travel group lost five Quad's in one night. Although the thieves were caught one year later none of the Quad's were ever recovered. Fortunately three of the Quad's were insured against theft and we were able to buy newer and better Quad's my new one being a Suzuki King Quad 700 with 48 horsepower, full IRS suspension, low range 4 wheel drive, fuel injection and better ground clearance than the Honda. The motto to this story - always insure your purchase. Two of the guys in our group did not and paid the price - no Quads but they still had to finish paying for them.

[@robertmills3682]

I am not into bikes, but I completely understand where you are coming from. There were many times I wanted something as a child but we just couldn’t afford it and being able to buy those things as an adult is a great feeling. I am so stinking excited for you! Congrats!

[@mikecooney3379]

So happy for you,Josh! You worked hard and long for this,you deserve it! You all do!

[@jeffreyevens2033]

Congratulations on your new motorcycle. You sure deserve it Josh. Thanks for taking me bike shopping!

[@pamthomas2934]

Nice Bike Josh, fits you just fine doesn’t need to be a speed Demon, you handle that when you drive at the auto shows and smoking them. Congratulations on a long life want finally accomplished. Until next video, stay safe on it always. Sending many Blessings to you and your family 🎉😊

[@junglejones]

Congrats on the sweet ride!! The CR engines are beasts!

[@lorrainebarden6384]

Let's all watch the videos more so Josh can get Ralphie one for Christmas.

[@stefd68]

You talking about small bikes just clicked with me. My first bike was a Suzuki VanVan 200 and I loved the little bugger to death. Rode it everywhere, cold or rain, I just rode it and had a blast doing it whilst learning to ride a motorcycle. I now have a Kawasaki W650 and I find myself missing the little VanVan 200. So happy for you. You and your family enjoy the little Honda and don't think about it, just ride it. Put a basket on the rear rack and do part pickups with it. Use it for anything and everything. You'll love it. You all take care and God bless.

[@BigChuck525]

Putting dreams on hold until you can share them with those you love seems not so bad.

[@shaneherman8906]

They didn't set the fire alarm off intentionally. They thought it was the door open button. LOL. I know some people will get the reference....😅😅

[@falconeer99]

I see what you did there... IYKYK

[@user-jt9bq1jx5g]

I'm sure it was squeeze we all know how she likes to push buttons😂

[@stevenannett1739]

I cannot express how much I love your videos,,And Dude your kids are just so awesome,,You and the wife have done such a great job with them,,Thank you so much for choosing to share your lives with us !

[@sleeperdude2690]

You are so kind

[@jerrywillhite4412]

When I was 13 years old back in 1969 my mother bought me a Honda 65 from the Honda dealer in Cookeville. One of the happiest times of my youth.

[@mikereinhardt4807]

Happy for you guys! Nothing more fun than a dual purpose bike in the mud! Just be cafull and enjoy!...

[@richwood8650]

Don't know what it is, let's find out!

[@MrDibs9989]

Josh your face said it all just before he put it in the back of your truck of how chocked you were to have it ,congratulations

[@sleeperdude2690]

I love it

[@adamdavis2760]

It brings a smile to my face to see you smile Josh, you deserve this good for you

[@sleeperdude2690]

Wow, thank you

[@RogerMudd-gh4ms]

Wow, congrats! I was out on the DRZ 400 today. Dual Sports Rule! Have fun on the trails.

[@carlosdonestevez7532]

Congratulations. The pride and accomplishment of your continued success must be overwhelming.good for you.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you so much!

[@itsmephil2255]

That helmet is AWESOME the ultimate in retro chic Congratulations on the purchase Josh

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@billwalker5883]

You are a good daddy for sharing your brand new bike with your kids. Good for you sir. Now you need to build a rack for the back of your camper just in cause something happens . Just in case

[@samsorrell5189]

I can remember wanting a dirt bike so bad when I was 11 to 12 years old. I will never forget coming home on the school bus at age 13 , comin round the curve to my house n there sat a XR80 Honda in the front yard with a bow on it for my birthday! It was so exciting! I’m 47 now n understand how hard it was for my mom n dad to purchase it as they were small farm tobacco n soybeans. Congratulations, that’s so cool! Blessings to all!

[@mbatchelor]

Very awesome. Congratulations on the new bike. Looks like a lot of fun. This was worthy of being on the main channel!

[@rizz0d]

love to see a kid's dream come true. congrats.

[@jboisenberg9225]

Be careful Josh,you know your the provider for the family but bygolly you guys have fun. Living the dream 😊

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@ChrisBalser-pd1lv]

That’s awesome brother what a great family moment that the kids will remember forever

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you