This is why your motorcycle SUCKS

[@danielburdette249]

People buy motorcycles like they’re ordering at fuckin McDonald’s. They buy the street glide fresh off the showroom floor, then slide their peckers right on over to the parts counter. “Excuse me, I would like the #3 combo”. (Which is the Willy G. Skull everything, plus true duals and bag extensions)

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Dude!! I Fucking laughed so god damn hard at this 😂

[@kristyncooper3619]

I'm fucking dead.

[@donaldsoncole3095]

The POSSERS are coming, The POSSERS are coming, The POSSERS are coming to an Emergency Medical Unit near You! They can't handle SHADE! !!

[@billcharlene1450]

Daniel Burdette Dude!! so fuckin funny lol. I throw up in my mouth every time I go pick up some parts at HD, and see that. Reminds me when I was younger and the "live to ride ride to live" on every...fuckin...part

[@spookytuesday17]

#truth I bought that packaged bike used

[@ez7541]

You think you know your shit when it comes to building/fixing bikes... and then you watch this video. Holy shit. All the props in the world Sir.

[@tricd0444]

Pretty sure I saw both of those show bikes from FNA at Sturgis within the last few years. No video or picture can do them justice. Complete works of art, unlike anything else. The best part about the ratrod builds was the handful that were actually ridden to the show venue, and you could tell because they were actively leaking oil onto the floor.

[@flintlock_glockTJR]

While I genuinely love some of your more serious videos with unique points of view, this is far and away one of my favorite videos you have made. It offered a different take on motorcycle critique, a hare scramble, intelligent conversation, absolutely brilliantly engineered bikes, and just pure, unadulterated awesomeness. Thanks man.

[@TechnMoto]

That h2 is beautiful! “Choppers are suppose to suck but they do it looking good” you right!

[@TimKreitzAdventures]

I watched this one the other night on my Roku and have not been able to get that H2 chopper out of my mind since. That guy has a true talent for building wild stuff.

[@valtin7568]

Ignore the whiners and say what you want, your channel is a public service. My 9 yr old daughter was giving me attitude until I showed her some of your older videos and threatened to pick her up from school in full Waldocorn regalia. Attitude changed immediately! Thanks bro! :)

[@shadetreesurgeon]

LOL!! Now that would make a good video...

[@natepinkley]

When I bought my road glide I was seriously having huge regrets the next day. After about a week of riding it and putting non-hd aftermarket parts on it it really grew on me. Your road glide video was spot on. Lol

[@jamesmcgrath1952]

Man, the best bike is the one you're enjoying at the time.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Truth!

[@robertfliss2584]

Yeah it's me. Or the one you can afford.

[@ericweber1969]

Loved the shop visit, thanks! Loved the BMW and Triumph, the Kaw is cool, really don't like that pink bike. I prefer low, non stretched forks, but that's just my thing. Would've loved hearing that triple run!

[@retroman3075]

I own an H2 750 track bike and holy shit the bike has a nasty powerband... I couldn't imagine the same thing in chopper form. I bet that thing is an absolute tyrant on the street! You really need a video of that monster in action. I would love to see/hear it run!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Oh I gotta imagine it’s sick as Fuck on the road, those engines are death incarnate

[@informativeandstimulating8582]

+1 on hearing/seeing the H2 run.

[@PhatboyHD88]

Im a certified Harley Mechanic at a dealership and have owned 13 Harleys and have 2 now and to be honest i dont like the Road glide for my own reasons either ,, i cant physiologically get past the faring not turning when i do ,, it just freaks me out ,,, just me ,, just my opinion ,, we all have different likes and dislikes ,, brands models whatever,, who cares as long as your in the wind and most importantly having a smile on your face that is what its all about something that will take ya away from the shit sandwich we call life,, and thats my opinion anyway,,,

[@briansauer6695]

PhatboyHD88: Absolutely agree with the "in the wind" comment! I love the artistry some of these guys build into their bikes, and enjoy them for what they are. Some of these guys who build bikes like that INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL two stroke digger/chopper also have reasonably normal bikes that they can ride many miles on. Can't imagine riding that 2 stroker very far. I've got a reasonably stock '02 Superglide which is reliable (I'm no mechanic and have done a lot of solo riding-100,000 miles since new) and like to RIDE IT to a lot of shows that show these works of art. I also run a multi day group ride called The Long Road and we don't care WHAT you RIDE! You are riding through the same 250-300 miles every day in the same conditions as the guy next to you with the chopper, a bagger, or sport bike. The camaraderie is still the same! Rode, and still have, an '85 Kawasaki 900 Eliminator and took my share of ribbing from my Harley buddies for years! But it was no different than the Chevy/Dodge/Ford guys ribbing each other, as long as it was in good fun.BTW, I actually like( but haven't ridden) the Street Glide) as it looks kind of similar to the Honda CBX with the sport tour package, which I loved too. Never had a fairing on anything so don't know what they are like either on the frame or attached to the forks.

[@MargusMoto]

Sometimes it feels like people are rather offended by the tone and delivery of the message rather than the message itself.. I guess they are intimidated by a strongly expressed opinion and without even considering what is being said, they start defending themselves... Not knowing what exactly are they defending themselves of :D I know it to be true as I do it myself as well. But admitting you have a problem is the first step towards recovery, so I hope there's hope for me..

[@sebwiers1]

I did build my motorcycle (or at least the ergonomics, suspension, & steering). People feel free to slag it without even riding it, so you are already a step up.

[@rjuhl2007]

2 things. 1- those bikes you buddy made are FUCKING AWESOME. 2- love the Benny Hill music on the scramble video.

[@MarylandWearAndCarry]

I test rode the 2018 fat bob 107 yesterday and I couldn't stop smiling for 10 minutes after I got off the bike. Got it to 70 at the top of 3rd gear in like no seconds. It was the first time I've ridden anything but dualsports. What a blast!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Nice!

[@AdamNDJ]

I was drooling over that H2, thought that was a good as it could get.... Then the Bimmer rolled out. Woof, now that is a need to clean my shorts kinda bike!

[@Hinch55]

All three of those custom bikes look...right. That builder has real talent. Also I'll be seeing that BMW in my dreams for months.

[@georgesdfr6890]

Dude I'm a chopper owner. Built on a 2009 sportster, 6 over forks, rabbit ears bars and you're totaly right, I can't turn shit at low speed. Things about choppers is that they look good, they're built for aesthetic purposes. It even can be pleasant to ride on straight lines and long trips. But when it comes to performance, honestly they really suck. You spend thousands and thousands of $ to make your bike worse than before. Some guys even remove the front brake. But why do we do it ? Cause it looks good and badass. You made the choice to improve aesthetic over performance and that's the result. You own a beautiful shitty bike. The best thing imo is to own different type of bikes if you can afford that.

[@EvilNeil187]

that rat bike was bad af

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Soooo much cooler in person too, I wish I was a god photographer like you. I suck at it haha

[@charleshoward8971]

It fukkin aye was, that would be what I rode

[@xeronicus]

I am having serious second thoughts about restoring the BMW to factory now...Might just do a mad max build :\

[@jokey1812]

That rear brake is a mind bender.

[@32moto]

Choppers are the shit. I ride my 63 hardtail triumph all the time and it fucking sucks!! But I look damn cool doing it. When you build them you form a love for the bike. It’s an emotional experience that’s for sure! Another great video man! Keep it up!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Haha exactly! Those who don’t get it probably never will

[@robertsharrock188s]

My lady rides cruisers and they're pretty functional for long distance. Last thing I wanna do is sit on my bike for endless hours but if you are gonna do that then a cruiser is very functional. But I think maybe you are referring to more choppers.

[@billcharlene1450]

Daaagum ive had dingleberries bigger than the seat on that 2 stroke Kawi...that being said your boys custom bikes are pretty slick, as a dude who tinkers I can really apriciate the fab work hes done.

[@michaellovell2518]

Gotta respect a guy who keeps it real... I love all bikes, but prefer some over others. That said, there is no perfect bike that does everything well, and every bike comes with compromises and flaws. People should just accept that.

[@tiagomazzon]

HOLY. FUCK. Whatthefuck are those bikes??? Holy shit. That's beyond beautiful and amazing. Hell I don't even know a word to describe those EPIC MACHINES. Thank you, shadetree, for sharing those beauties.

[@IchibanMoto]

i'm now inspired to build a ridiculous chopper !

[@tommylud4324]

You made a vlog a while back talking about how actual honest reviews for the consumer don’t even exist anymore. It’s all fluff from ppl paid to read bullet points. I would love to hear your opinions of other bikes(alllll of them lol). I know what I do like..but..I may unintentionally ignore things I don’t Iike. For example..I’ve been eyeballin the Iron 1200. I cant find any real reviews other than blockhead. Real honesty doesn’t exist with product reviewing anymore. By all means...please keep “hating” on stuff sir. Absolutely love it

[@GunnyZneedsbeer]

Benny Hill! I spit out my beer...lmfao

[@mannydcbianco]

Honestly as far as watching videos about a certain bike that you are considering buying, for research purposes, I learn ten times more from a video focusing on the bad and annoying stuff as I get from a video just talking about how fucking great a bike is, how flickable it is, the awesome poooweeeer and so on. Give me a video called "10 things I dislike/hate about [insert bike]" any day of the week, over a video full of praise from a brand new owner of a new bike who is so jacked up on endorphins and honeymoon love that he or she is almost incapable of finding faults in the bike, despite the fact that every single bike on the market has flaws. Most of the "fill in the blanks", most of the unknowns, that I as a buyer need to know about a certain model can be found in the "10 things I hate" videos.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Absolutely!! I’m exactly the same way brother

[@digitaldogs233]

The handlebars on the last triumph are insane! And that rat was great, never seen a breaking system like that.

[@scottww6057]

Well don't know about the rest out their, kinda tune in for your opinion. I don't always agree but can honestly say you have changed the way I think of some things. I know you will never sugar coat it or worry about people getting butt hurt, just straight up honesty. I can appreciate the fabrication on those bikes and even see the beauty but can never get past bikes you can't ride, hey just me I guess. I have a 78 xs 750 triple that bought as a project, was going to get it chopped. I got it running and took it out for a ride and loved the way it handled and rode. Ended up cleaning it up and keeping it as a surviver bike, I seem to get more attention on that one than my others, seems as though somebody always has a " that's just like the one I had" Guess I can say I love motorcycles for what they were built to do, ride. Hey man keep the vids coming!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Dude ain’t nothing wrong with that attitude at all! Ride the fuck outta that XS!! We all love all kinds of bikes for all kinds of reasons... part of what I dig about motorcycles. And thanks for the kind words brother!

[@briansauer6695]

Those XS triples were a different look with only 3 cylinders. Don't think they made them for many years. Are they hard to find parts for? Some bikes, which are rarer than others, should be left alone. I love choppers, but to cut up a rare bike, in my mind, isn't right, unless it's been wrecked.

[@Petesmotoadventure]

Right on man. I love borrowing my friends Rocket 3. It’s an absolute animal but like you said it has its flaws but I get off it with a huge grin. No such thing as a perfect motorcycle. That’s why I have 2, would be more but I like being married.

[@richardbinder9662]

I love choppers .Great handling, braking,reliable and comfortable. Oh sorry, thought we're talking about something totally different.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Ive got my Ducati for all that stuff man, not every bike I have is supposed to be for the same thing :)

[@fredbarny7247]

Shade tree we’ve got to see more footage of your last race and where you finished. Your racing has really inspired me. Keep it up!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

I’ll have it up either this Sunday or next, thanks for the support man!

[@joellekarma]

I really like the XS650 chopper your building. My KZ750 is almost finished I built it for me no one else.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Hell yeah!

[@UncleBogator]

Dude that boxer chopper was sick. That guy is pretty talented.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Eric is really something else man, amazingly no ego on the guy either!

[@darrylhuggins2423]

I'm still "purchasing" my Road Glide and I only cried for a couple of days after your review of the dad jeans Road Glide. Guess what, I got over it (because it never bothered me). Two wheels and I'm smiling.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Damn straight! Plus it’s an awesome bike, I’d love to own one some day

[@linc4572]

killer lookin bikes, that’s raw talent. I for one cannot cannot wait for the XS to come back. It’s what brought me to this channel.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Picking it up Monday! :)

[@2StrokeSquashie]

Hello H2! Please make a vid riding it! Yes, youre right, it did make me as a bit of a "purist" wince, but you have to appreciate the engineering in them bikes. Someones pretty damn clever with their tools. Keep up the great vids brother!

[@marshallman1au]

Pissed meself laughing! What GREAT bikes ...... I couldn't even IMAGINE building something like these! ROFL! :)

[@raygarafano6931]

That ratter is pretty good and bikes with magneto's, as long as magnets are good and strong, probably the best ignition ever.

[@redwhiteandrzroffroad8922]

Even if the glass is half empty you still get a drink. Folks need to relax. Keep up the great commentary!!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Word!!

[@ZP1993]

That two stroke chopper is awesome.Back in the 90s there were a few two stroke cruisers on the European market,but those were mostly little beginner bikes,50 cc (Aprilia Red Rose and Red Rose Classic 50, Gilera Eaglet) and 125 cc bikes (Aprilia Red Rose and Red Rose Classic 125, Cagiva Roadster, Laverda Toledo).This thing is a beast compared to those. The other bikes in the video are cool too.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Yeah man, Erics the kind of guy who always does stuff outside of the box!

[@defundprosports6407]

I used up my monthly 4g for this, and wasn't disappointed. Anything with Benny hill music is golden. Btw i created my z1000. Well i put the orange rim tape on nm i paid somebody to do it.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Awww shit brother, I appreciate the sacrifice!!

[@briansauer6695]

@@shadetreesurgeon LMAO! "Sacrifice!" Hahaha! - keep up the great vids Shadetree! Greetings from Uncle Ben from Canada!

[@bowbeuphonium]

HAAAHAHA The Benny Hill Memorial Hare Scramble. Thanx for the biggest and best lulz of the day.

[@OnPointFirearms]

You’re right. I’ve never seen anything like that rat bike. Dude that built that is fucking brilliant. Badass. Thanks for sharing. Not everyday you see something unique on KZbin.

[@GregOHajdu]

That rear brake setup is awesome!

[@redwolf230]

I like guys like him.It lets me know what ill end up fixing down the road.That H2 is bad ass.Looks like alot of time and love went into it

[@billpalmisano]

I ride a 1978 Harley Davidson FXE. Bone stock except for an S and S carb. I hate my bike but I love my bike.

[@sapalobo9723]

That H2 abomination is awsome. Just a pure bike, I dig it.

[@Renzsu]

Man you don't see too many custom builders wanting to tackle so many types of engines. Cool as shit!

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Right?! I love that he doesn’t just stick to Harley’s... he does them, but doesn’t limit himself at all

[@JourdonGulick]

Woah, that bike is a work of art. I'd probably rock the Mad Max bike though.

[@johngifford7725]

Dude, if you've got 150hp in your jeans? Even if they are dad jeans. Lol. Winning!

[@Mrk2268]

Holy crap that has to be in the top 5 Kawi’s I have ever seen. You wouldn’t happen to know the back bone stretch and length of down tube. I love the way the rider sits right down inside the frame, and it’s a two cycle triple...lol ha ha ha BITCHIN

[@jopscreatures9770]

Can’t wait to see the footage of those chops runnin! Awesome video dude

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Hopefully filming that soon!

[@DigitalRider]

I see Fooligan there on the garage tube..nice. Thanks for giving us Omaha (or him rather lol) guys a nod! If you make your way up to Nebraska...you`ll have a place/people to ride some dirt!

[@HippoDrones]

Oh my fucking word. That 2T chop is beautiful.... I liked the BMW, but then you showed it's rear brake, I now fricken love it! :D Dude, since I started following you, you look to have lost 10yrs mate.... Iso hope you realise just how bloody awesome that is to see! :-)

[@bikerbobcat]

What bananas customs! So very well done. Hats off to your cycle shop. For those looking to rent a bike some day - what did you pay for your adventure on the street yacht?

[@shadetreesurgeon]

It wasn’t cheap! 130 bucks a day

[@geoffozevans4500]

I rode the H2 in the seventies, that & the 500 were so fast but handled like pigs, your friend is definitely a craftsman. 👍👍😎

[@ianloughney9570]

750cc 2 stroke hardtail digger/drag bike. I'm like drooling here. Who tf hates that, and how can I go about mailing them flaming dog poo. Also, side note, the levers on that bike are incredible and I feel like that could go overlooked too easily. Look at like 8:36 guys, just, god damn, thats good.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Yeah I’m kicking myself for not talking about them, one of my favorite touches on the bike

[@SgtHelak]

Thanks mate. I missed those one the first look through. They're awesome.

[@ianloughney9570]

Haha, I wouldn't kick yourself too hard, you can always come back around to it when you get out on the glam fairy

[@briansauer6695]

Might be kinda weird to ride that the first time with the reverse levers, but damn nice craftsmanship on those levers! The man's got talent!

[@bm8406]

I'm old and conflicted. On one hand, I enjoy this guy's videos...on the other hand, I don't trust anyone who wears a flat brimmed cap.

[@cmmoto]

good on u man..speak ur mind hell thats why I've been watching your channel since the begining

[@shadetreesurgeon]

I appreciate all the support my friend :)

[@christian_esquivel]

Dude, first you look healthy af and thank you. I fell in love with my bike a second time after this video

[@02bigkev]

Great vid mate, love those choppers, how cool is that kwaka triple h2...Awesome bikes and looking forward to the 650 vids. RSM8

[@xhunterbobx]

Man love your videos. Honestly also I want hear your opinion on the Inidan line up of motorcycles.

[@mornbar1]

That H2 rocks, but that seat is guaranteed 10 minute terminal hemorrhoids !

[@josephbrowne3533]

Beautiful bikes but my back hurts just looking at them. Love the break right off the drive shaft.

[@mikef3300]

The Kawasaki and the bmw were two of the coolest bikes I’ve seen on any of the videos I’ve watched on KZbin.

[@richardporter1455]

Id love to scab together a wild lookin unique ride someday. Hats off to the builders

[@davidambra8335]

I still need to drop by the dirty shame one day. I’ve been super busy with work and family. But I have a feeling I’ll hit it this Sunday let me know what time I can see you there I’ll make it firm in my schedule.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

This Sunday I’ll be at a hare scramble, sorry man

[@davidambra8335]

Hey it’s no problem brother. Just send a reply on when you’ll be at the shame so I can try to swing through. I was on 7th ave the other day looking but didn’t find it anywhere.

[@Mrk2268]

Let’s not get crazy the shaft that transfers the power of the drive shaft on the right side to the sprocket and chain on the left is called a jack shaft Jack shaft. That are nothing new in fact Yamaha uses one one their roadstar and warriors models. Now as for the Mad skills the builder of these 3 bikes has, I can not deny. I would pay good money for any one of them.

[@RebelRides]

30 seconds in and already laughing at the Benny Hill soundtrack. Well done buddy, I'm gonna have to get myself a dirt bike at some point.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Hell Yeah man, considering the English invented the sport!

[@MrLunithy]

Hey that sx your getting look into the 270 deg cranks.

[@Sentient6ix]

I see you riding that ducati like a chopper at the end. Made me laugh. I really dig your videos, though. I wanna put my ass on a hardtail something fierce now.

[@masonschrader6153]

You need a job at Motocross action magazine because they talk down bikes all the time and are very straight up with them

[@squeakyice-cream441]

That rear break is hilariously over engineered! I love it

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Right?! I didn’t even think it was functional when I first saw it lol

[@neil2wheels876]

So that 2 stroke Kawasaki - why wouldn't you mandrel bend the curves of the headers? Genuine question 🤔

[@Phil480]

If you don't put the Benny Hill music to a long segment of sped up footage, there is something wrong with you :p Those were some badass looking bikes! I like the sound of a bike I never have to clean haha

[@mannydcbianco]

Haha, reps for Fooligan in the background. And also MAJOR reps for losing what to me looks like the equivalence of an entire little person in weight.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

100 pounds since my heaviest! Thanks man :)

[@mannydcbianco]

Good fucking job, man! That is truly fucking inspiring. I'm looking at 40 lbs lost myself within the coming week. Nowhere near 100 lbs, but I gotta admit I'm proud of it.

[@terrypoff7781]

Why are some guys blessed with all the sick builder skills and me with none??lol it ain't fair

[@shadetreesurgeon]

LOL! Dude I feel the same way

[@Me-yh4uc]

HOW DID YOU DO IN THE HS N WHAT CLASS DO YOU RIDE?

[@mannydcbianco]

That Benny Hill theme song just seems so damn appropriate, hahaha. I love your sense of humor, man.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Heh, thanks man :)

[@jcb0249]

That's a pretty cool triple.

[@SlingingLead]

Eric's chopper is a hideous adventure into futility. His Mad Max rat bike is a beautiful adventure into utility. I would love to own that thing. I wouldn't take the glam fairy if it was free with a $2000 gift certificate included.

[@TrashPanda5150]

Those custom bikes are fucking BADASS! The only one I would even try to ride is that sick Rat bike. That thing was SWEET.

[@luish8056]

That Benny Hill music! 🤣🤣🤣

[@KirkusMaximus]

My bike sucks because some scummy bastards robbed it last night, and left it beaten & battered. Though the support/help I got from friends and even people i didn't know was incredible. Which gave me a thought upon seeing a video of yours pop up..... Can you please do a video about scumbag bike thieves and thieves in general...? I can imagine your rant would be rather uplifting

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Damn dude... im so sorry to hear that. Thieves are fucking the scum of the earth

[@OnPointFirearms]

Come over to St. Pete and visit my buddy Jeff at GraySpeed. He is a killer up and coming builder. You need to see some of his Triumph builds. Cool merch and unique parts. Plus, great art on the wall. Worth the trip.

[@bowbeuphonium]

heh hey Josh ... KZbin dropped a Harley ad right in the middle of your Kaw chopper bit :D

[@grumpyoldbiker1118]

It's the internet, man....things are either the best thing ever, or the worst thing ever, and there isn't a lot of in between. Critical thinking is a lost art.

[@TexRider]

I loved the 750 2 stroke triple until you pulled out the rust old girl.. awesome !!

[@charliefarlie6469]

Ain’t nothing wrong with dad jeans buddy , it’s just “growing up “ , I loved the rocket 111 stuff and equally enjoy the Duke stuff so whatever it is you’re doing just keep doing it till ya can’t do it no more , just take it easy between those trees , ya keep making me flinch

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Hey I’m flinching too! Haha

[@dr.fruityboots4706]

i really appreciate hearing the bad w the good in a bike review. every bike has its faults and i prefer not getting smoke blown up my ass.

[@HARMARSCH2]

Shadetree Surgeon, People get their panties in a twist over the littlest things. I’ve had brand new vehicles that I’ve bitched about. My ‘84 Monte Carlo was in the shop as much as I drove it. It was a nice car but it was a piece of junk. It must’ve been built on a Monday or Friday. I enjoy your videos. Those Choppers were cool. The first one my short ass could ride. Keep making videos, I’ll keep watching. Looking forward to the next video and beyond.

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Haha oh yeah, that digger was perfect for anyone who is short!!

[@georgekrutina6949]

I saved up and paid cash for my brand new 1989 FXSTS, that alone took two years of hard labor at Teal Cedar Products. I feel like I built it with my bare hands.

[@herrtomkat92]

Bike at 9:02; I’d sell both my kidneys to own it...

[@MrPAULONEAL]

Have you ever seen the rear brakes on an HMMWV?

[@monkeyman70]

Iv always loved choppers and bobbers, cause you’ll never find two that are the same

[@toddhazzard1562]

I saw that Kawi before. Wish it was mine. Wonder how well it handles.

[@socomTHOR]

what happened to the rocket 3? i know it was getting work done but did it just go away?

[@shadetreesurgeon]

Soon man!!

[@socomTHOR]

right on. been hoping to see it make its come back.