SUB' RIDES #1| Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Sportster

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really enjoyed that Rich! That sounded fantastic didn't it, I really really do need to get me a go on one of those - I can't tell you how many people have recommended a go on a Harley to me...seems like you're sold, and I suspect I would be quickly turned too. I was always firmly "anti cruiser" until I rode in (one of my more nattily titled "Readers Rides" episodes) Steve's Triumph Thunderbird - now my eyes have been opened and I suspect I'll love Harleys too.....look forward to your next vid on this one! ....."Sub' Rides" indeed.....

[@Banditmanuk]

At least Richy didn't nick your Readers Ride title 😃 Made me smile when I saw this channel title in this vids comment section. Guess you are fully established as an 'influencer' kzbin.info/door/MlR0j1fKWrVnFCHYQHc0kA

[@sleepindragon179]

My one reservation above all others of course is the bit where you have to go around a bend at anything over 20mph! Know what I mean TMF? Cheers

[@DDLovett]

I loved watching this video. It really did remind me of TMF "Readers Wives" series. ;)

[@bradleyalexander5821]

From my side of the pond..... it’s BMW and Goldwing riders that are too cool to wave back at ya. As a Harley rider I do try and wave at all riders. Funny reactions when I wave at a Moped type rider, they turn around to see who is he waving at? I think the way you described the purpose of that Harley was spot on. It is what it is, and a whole lotta fun and cool doing it.

[@RichyVida]

haha I can just see the moped rider now! You probably made his day when he realised it was, in fact, HIM! haha

[@paulpartridge2674]

You got a Harley review before Mr Flyer 🤣🤣. Great series 👍

[@MotoMichelle]

lol :)

[@intergalacticshovel]

I wave or nod to everyone from my shovelhead chopper! We’re all motorcycle enthusiasts. Thanks for video btw.

[@jfro5867]

Nice to see someone going with a genuinely open mind. Enjoyable watch 👍

[@Banditmanuk]

Harley's, a great way to turn petrol into noise.

[@sleepindragon179]

Great quote bandit 👍

[@georgehatcher8867]

It’s a motorcycle, what’s not to like?

[@sleepindragon179]

The bit when you have to go around a bend at anything over 20mph!

[@georgehatcher8867]

My mate rides V Rod, he is more then capable of keeping up with sports and adventure bikes.

[@davidthomas1532]

I never get a wave from Harley riders either! Thought it was just me ... 😉

[@Bredaxe]

Used low mileage Harley's are pretty common here in the states. I think riders get caught up in the image game rather than just enjoying what you ride. No reason you can't have a liter bike in your garage, right next to a pushrod VTwin.

[@LambChopRides]

Just In time for those arseless leather chaps and pea pod helmet. Oh and don't forget the skull leather vest!! Great video matey

[@RichyVida]

arse arse arse arse! hahah

[@gjkingston]

A million miles away from my cup of tea, but a bike is a bike and the hearty giggle just seconds after pulling away tells us all we need to know!

[@HarlridersCVOIreland]

Careful because when the Harley bug bites there's no going back 😎😎😎😎

[@ALCHEMOTO]

From a harley guy, yep, enjoyed that mate..👍. Irons are cool bikes as a starting point. 3.3gallon tank by the way 😏. Oh, and i nod to all bikes 👋😀

[@pitbullxv750]

May be tempted to let you loose on my 22 year old Valkyrie, 1520cc, 6 cylinders with 6 carbs. not sure if your helmet could cope with the constant grin inside tho.

[@RichyVida]

Wowzers! Some beast, for sure!

[@pitbullxv750]

I've got some time off in a few weeks, maybe I could take a trip to your neck of the woods so you can give it a try.

[@gdscheiwe01]

LOVE that bike!

[@juvamzdelis]

Sorry HD lovers, but not for me. Nothing sounds better than V4 or 4 inline.

[@richard6810]

Got an I4 and love the sound, but equally love the rawness of an HD though (...and a straight 6, and a V8)

[@kidda74]

Have to disagree, twins and triples sound boss too! 😊

[@simongoddard8490]

Great unbiased review. Check out Matt Laidlaw's channel to see which one to try next....114 Fatbob maybe....

[@cez1869]

Good video from an fellow East Mids rider. I have just part ex’d my Kwak z1000sx 2015 for one of these (2018 Iron 883 with 2950 miles on it) and absolutely love it. It has the stage 1 tuning kit already on (Vance & Hines exhaust) & sounds fantastic. No, it’s not the quickest, no it’s not razor sharp on the brakes, but it looks brilliant & sounds it too. They have so much character. I now enjoy my ride & the scenery too.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Brian Jones, thumbs up for getting Richy on a Harley.

[@criticalcuda]

He’s been on about having ago on it for the past two or three years ,so he’s had too build upto it 😂

[@atticusrides5545]

SUB’ RIDES, great idea Richy. I see you’re going to start at the bottom and work up. Just kidding, cool bike and another good vid 😁👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...yes brilliant idea.... ;0)

[@antonyweston4294]

Nice video pal, What a cool bike, my ears are still ringing from following you haha. thanks for the channel mention. should have my video up in the couple of days.

[@heating4343]

Come on westy what ya mucking about at.

[@antonyweston4294]

@@heating4343 it's coming 🤣

[@paulwood7798]

I have tried on a fair few occasions to feel at home on a HD but it still is my least favourite motorcycle brand. Sorry Rich but for what I want out of riding the Harley has never given me any riding satisfaction but it portrays an image and serves an audience and biking is all about enjoying the ride. Great film again Rich. Thanks for sharing.

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

I love em I just feel a bit of a prat on them, a lanky skinny dude riding a Harley just looks wrong. As he said you need the image and apparel for a Harley and it's just not me. They are always a bit attention seeking.

[@heating4343]

You can ride my bike tt600 with a sticking throttle 😁😊😁😖

[@beans4491]

Fantastic mate, something about the whole thing lol. Kind regards

[@EpicMotorcycleAdventures]

I nod and wave at everyone and it's mostly Harley and GS riders that don't nod back, which I find funny as I have a GS at the moment. Anyway, I'll keep nodding and waving because I just love being a biker. Great honest vid.

[@themisinformedfryer8140]

Hey kids hope you're well, WOW great video, interesting to hear your thoughts on the HD, I think it's one of those bikes you either get or you don't, great soundtrack though 👍

[@stevebolton8471]

Great name Fryer!! Haha!

[@keithevans8635]

Try the indian scout. Indian are better than hd.

[@RichyVida]

Would love to try an Indian. Hopefully may have a new Chieftan to play on soon.

[@keithevans8635]

@@RichyVida go to orrell motorcycle in Wigan, they have some nice indian motorcycle there, they are awsome.

[@paullee6663]

Saw my first Indian Scout just outside Barmouth on Sunday....way cool !!!

[@gdscheiwe01]

Have you seen the FTR 1200’s yet? Drool worthy!

[@paullee6663]

Just had a look...yes it's a looker I'll admit, but the Scout I saw I think must have been the Bobber in Thunder Black....sort of an 883 Sportster on steroids! Awesome, plenty of the 'general public' checking out the Indian....there was a new BMW 1250 6' away that attracted no interest from anyone....Indian sure looked cool in the late afternoon sun.....

[@24SparrowJack]

almost bought an iron 883 but went with a Street Twin instead

[@jammyone100]

Great vid Richy. Your giggling at the beginning 👍 never seen a Harley move so quick!! 😂

[@iantonner3123]

Hi Richy, I had an old bmw r1200gs sold it bought an hd roadking 1690cc had it for 4 weeks traded it for a new 1200gs,personally I think hd riders don’t wave is because they can’t take their hands off the bars due to the vibrations lol 😂

[@Destide]

I've got an 11 year old yzfr125 with a dodgy kickstand switch and clocks reading 32k waiting...😄😄

[@gastramp]

I've got two. I do lots of miles on them..... been on Harleys for 25 years. Can't beat them. ( Yes, I nod )

[@deviantrider9309]

Was over there today the dales & the peaks were looking splendid in the glorious sunshine reached a barmy 25c , Can vouch for the full english at grindleford we had lunch there

[@niallmurray9725]

Riding a Harley is a tricky thing, the noise is both a love and hate with me... However, there’s no way you can have stock pipes on a Harley, or your not in the club! There are times when on long trips on mine I wish it was quieter. But the times you first jump on, turn on and it roars into life and puts that smile on your face... well outweigh the occasional ‘embarrassment’s’ and nothing like riding in a group either 🙂 You should try a one of the bigger V twins if you get the chance, and the so called negatives people always mention vibration, basic controls, noise, clunk on the gearbox etc etc... are what I love about mine. I suppose like most riders, If I wanted a quiet no flys in your teeth experience, I’d be in my car 😁 P.s I always wave.. or nod...even to mopeds 👋... it’s those GS riders that don’t in my experience!

[@russellsprout2223]

Enjoyable reader's ride without the awkward interview. Top job as always. 👍🏻

[@marksteen14]

I met the President of the Belgium Harley Association on a ferry to Amsterdam and asked him about the no wave policy. He said that those were the pretend riders mostly doctors and solicitors out for the weekend.

[@brandonvanostaden3335]

i would like to submit my bike as well. It is a Marvelous Silver Honda VFR 800 2004. So whenever you please

[@samuraidarryl]

Well that must be a UK thing as we do acknowledge other riders. Did the non - Harley riders acknowledge you??? Because that’s what we get. And you don’t know what gear you are in because you don’t look

[@sleepindragon179]

I'm not a Harley or cruiser rider, but there's something appealing about them until you have to go around a bend then it strikes you that they're shit!! I used to work with a couple though when I was on tankers. Hard to admit 😉, but when they wear black open face lid with black shades and face mask and black leathers with black bike there is a certain element of don't even look at me I'm sub zero cool. Certainly too cool to nod at another biker. And cruiser riders who are members of one of the proper bike gangs forget it. Just be thankful you didn't get shot! Those biker gangs like the Angels are not to be fucked with. Thanks for the vid Rich. Cheers

[@tedtheturbot]

You must have looked like an astronaut riding a Harley with all that touring gear on :)

[@andyc750]

Harley riders don't wave because we are mostly bored with doing it and getting no response from others, got a Harley and a Kawasaki, markedly different attitudes from other riders

[@marklightfoot9113]

I'm a Harley rider and I wave or nod to all other riders, however you are right about a lot of other Harley riders they don't acknowledge you back, but I also find a lot of sportsbke riders don't either I'm not sure why. I find a lot if Harley haters out there even though they've never even sat on one. You need to give a HD sportglide a ride 😎

[@jonsea4225]

As the saying goes - If I have explain it - you wouldn’t understand.

[@bolton737]

Looks like you enjoyed it buddy! I own two big boy Harley’s a road king for touring and a breakout for fun. I ride a about 12, 000 miles a year normally with at least one euro trip in there. I must admit I am a waver no matter what anybody is riding and I find it’s normally only Harley and retro triumph riders that reciprocate the gesture back. I’ve rode other marques but never found one that makes me feel like a Harley does. If your ever coming to north Devon your always welcome to take one of mine out over the moors for a blast.

[@mrhk400f]

can you imagine riding in a pack, all riding Harleys? You either get a Harley, or you do not...

[@samuraidarryl]

If you think an 883 is brilliant then you will flip out when you try other models.

[@ronpenrose3557]

Depending where you live in america (big city's) it is very dangerous to ride people drive distracted takes the fun out of the ride.

[@markocalnan1956]

If you was a south Wales I have a gen 1 hyabusa you could try, as see the defence between the gen1 ad the gen 2 you test drive these no drivers aids

[@Zac_LDN]

It’s a beautiful looking machine

[@dancftrucker25]

Won’t CMC at Claycross lend you some bikes Richy?? As always great video

[@RichyVida]

Would be a bit easier for me if so! haha

[@stevebucuris8420]

It is ugly and the riding position sucks. It does not matter what you ware as long as you are wearing the appropriate safety gear..

[@DS_Dronezone]

Gay

[@MotoMichelle]

It's very COOL :)

[@stevelaw9410]

I love the way the gas cap keeps coming lose

[@criticalcuda]

Rich needs to turn it until it clicks ,like a diesel cap, then it won’t spin 😂

[@criticalcuda]

It’s driving me nuts also 🤣

[@RichyVida]

haha it's not loose, it's just the top part of it that turns around. I must've not closed it properly haha

[@criticalcuda]

Force it 😁

[@npr1300A8]

I agree, I have never considered myself a certain kind of biker, I'm a two wheel rider. I have seen at first hand the differences though. When we owned the Goldwing we were ignored by other bikers and when we were on the BMW K1600 GTLE, again, We were ignored by non BMW riders. Other bikers were unsure as to how to react when we waved from the Wing and the K. Silly really. I even waved at Vespers and Lambrettors. Loved this Rich.

[@oldmanyellowbike5826]

Try a Road Glide or a big Soft Tail! They will have to use sandpaper to clean the smile off your face! And Harleys aren't TOO loud from the factory

[@RichyVida]

🤞

[@Popeye823]

I don’t get the whole “Harley riders don’t wave” thing. If you’re on a bike I try to give a wave. I ride a Low Rider and it doesn’t make a difference what everyone else is on. I extend a courtesy every chance I can. We’re all riding for the same reason: the-wind-in-your-face feeling so it is a brotherhood.

[@RichyVida]

Yeah, I'm with you mate! I wave at everyone, and if, by accident or daydreaming, I forget to wave back to someone, I feel terrible! haha

[@stevengiles6140]

Samcro eat your heart out.

[@criticalcuda]

They are the quiet baffles 😂 seriously

[@paullee6663]

Brian, if you haven't already you should check out Shawn Smoaks, and XXXDEADHEAD. Shawn is a senior tech at a BMW Motoradd dealership, (Vancouver, Washington) he did a suspension upgrade on his 883.... his partner also has a '48 Sportster which rides as well. XXX did a high mileage tour on his 883 of Yellowstone (I think....)

[@criticalcuda]

I’ll have a look thankyou

[@indy-biker-stevie]

my one & only shot ever was on a mates HD 883 too, driving through traffic & coming up to traffic light at red & braked as usual, big mistake as the 883 only has a single disc at the front, I slid into a box junction & nearly got hit with a bus, the mate was on my kawaz750, a month later he sold his HD. e2a - as for waving back, think theyre too feart of taking a hand off the bars incase they go into a tank slapper lol

[@RichyVida]

Tank slapper - that's another thing. I did try taking my hands off (I'm always very dubious, as the VFR doesn't like handless bars!) and it was absolutely solid. To the point I could sit back and fold my arms. Perfectly straight.

[@indy-biker-stevie]

@@RichyVida the only time it gets wobbly on my vfr is when the 42ltr top box is on & I'm pushing on..

[@jimmymac9388]

In my many years of biking its bmw riders who generally never wave or acknowledge your existance on the road.

[@RichyVida]

I think that ‘era’ has passed..

[@RhegedRideOuts]

Richy, come and ride my Aprilia Shiver 750 anytime mate.

[@martinfrost3596]

Nothing sounds better than a Harley with stage 1 V&H pipes

[@criticalcuda]

5 years ago , seems longer 😮

[@RichyVida]

Yeah if ya remember we got the keys to this place whilst I had it. Yours was the very first bike into our garage! 😍

[@bebop2599]

Graduate riding the agile 883 Sportster to Sportster 1200, such as the 48 with loud pipes Report back

[@offthebeatenpath9144]

👍👍🇨🇦. Not much different over here. When I’m riding my Kawasaki Vulcan Classic Fi I get waves from some Harley riders. When I’m riding my Africa Twin, I get waves from none.

[@PicosPaul1979]

I’ve never ridden any cruiser style bike must feel very alien. I must have just missed you at grindleford looking back at my camera I left there at 11:07am Subs rides cool idea can’t wait for more :)

[@tknadin]

I've got what is probably the British equivalent, a Triumph America. Parallel twin cruiser. Same sort of capacity although a bigger fuel tank (210miles at least).

[@sirrideabit651]

Don't talk to me peasants I'm on a Harley...haha, great video I can beat that milage I purchased a 74 sportster from the original owner with 2500 miles on it, great town bike to ride just have to remember it was the last year for right side shift.

[@michaelhayward7572]

You need to have a go on a well sorted pre 2003 pre rubber mount 1200 Sportster. 18/19" wheels, sorted brakes & suspension, lightly breathed on motor, 75 bhp, 75 lbsft of torque. And 50 lbs in weight loss.Impressive proper motorcycle.

[@ejdtm]

My last 4 bikes were a Yamaha FJR1300 BMW RT, Ducati Multistrada and now my HD Road Glide. Each one Special in their own way. Wish I could afford to keep them all.

[@59vaughn]

Don't have one myself...not into the hype...but would love a few of the models...some are very nice...nice sounds...glad you had a good run...also my self-imposed prejudice against the little 883.... but your vid brings out the best...would be a good one in the stable...for runnin to eat breakfast...I know my buddy has a clean 03 heritage ultra classic, a stunning 16 streetglide....nice examples esp the way he details, leds, and air shocks on the glide....anyways...

[@danbailey1229]

Try one of the Milwaukee 8s you’ll want one. I have one a 2018 Softail Slim its truly my forever bike.

[@moupy6940]

it is the same in France, no waving from Harleys or... GS's. but when you ride on the isle of man it is different.... surely because everybody there are real motorcycle lovers. That's the difference Harley guys love the Harley way of life not motorcycling, the American dream I suppose !! ;) Great vid again

[@hookyoldyip9313]

Ha Richy 5 minutes in tu vid n uv filled the bike up for the subs next ten years of driving 😉.......on a more serious note I will be heading up tu Spean bridge ( near Fort William ) on Thursday on my street triple 765. ... Which is about 140 miles away ...And I have my sons 18 plate iron 885 in the garage which I cud take but although I'm insured n he's had it 7 months or so I've yet to take it out ......can't even bring myself tu move it about in the garage lol .....he's already modded it up ....but mmmmm ...think ur saying what I'm thinking about the bike / brand .....tbh

[@rceparts9693]

Harley riders in the States always say "LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES"!!! I am not a big fan of Harleys and having to look like a pirate to properly ride one but the Coooooool factor is there no doubt. The time I rode one of my friends HD I had a grin from ear to ear.

[@banjo4829]

Had a new softail before my R1200GS, chalk and cheese, uncomfortable agricultural noisy are a few of my dislikes, in the end I got fed up of my nuts cooking at traffic lights due to heat from rear cylinder, but that's in Oz ! they may have people that love them but def not me.

[@ThaKenMan]

Man I’d love to do this but unfortunately I live in the USA and. I have a 03 Vfr800 lol so I know you’d love that. The 883 is the only Harley I’ve ridden and it’s def comfy.

[@chrisk3488]

I think I'd like an Electra-Glide or one of the dressers and to do some cruising in the warmer parts of The States..... Bike in it's element.

[@stevebradburn2892]

Your hooked now mate ..I started on a 1200 sportster and now have a Harley breakout there is nothing like the feeling of a Harley ..cheers from the US

[@marklloyd4153]

Don’t worry about what u wear or what people think & u will b a genuine Harley rider . If u can ride a Indian Scout . It’s the direct competitor to that bike ,but I think the Indian is better . Beautiful photos. Really nice ride that day . Glad to b home from hospital to watch your videos again.

[@tazzzxcsd]

2148 miles in 10 years. I think that says it all. And doesn't that rear number plate look cool :) What the ?

[@Doug_Morgan]

I had a 2014 Low Rider and a 2015 Road Glide. Sold them both and went back to Yamaha. (FJR and a Super Tenere) The Road Glide was the ultimate for long distance riding here in North America, comfort in spades. Extremely heavy at about 940 lb dry weight decked out with a tour pak etc. The only thing I miss is the feeling of belonging. When you ride a Harley and get welcomed to the family you really get a sense of belonging to something like you do not get with any other bike.

[@timramsey2358]

Harley riders don't wave because their eyeballs are vibrating around in their sockets so badly that they simply can't see you waving!

[@kidda74]

Were you humming the theme tune to sons of anarchy while you were riding along?! 🤣 then 11 mins in you said it!😎 When you ride a Buell Harley riders and sport bike riders snub you because it's neither. billy no mates biker!

[@stevemeeson7317]

Well done richy.ive got a gen 1 tuono which is mental and covered in carbon.fast very very loud and sticks to the road like snot on a blanket.or I've got a bmw r1200gsa you're more than welcome to have either for a blast

[@MinecraftBrosMT]

This is actually a fantastic review! You touched on everything I wanted to know. I'm hoping to get myself a sportster 883 iron soon.

[@matttownsend1652]

Hey Richy, cool vlog ! You brought your leather waistcoat yet? 🤣 . Harley's are not my cup of tea, but to elitist for my liking !

[@ohn1234567]

Really enjoyed this video (and your accent). You just earned yourself a new subscriber

[@neilb4297]

I hired a Road King for our US tour and it was ace. Big, powerful, all day comfortable & very cool. Would definitely recommend one for the USA roads Richy, perfect bike for the job.

[@immatt.8657]

I always thought I was a adventure bike type of guy but I went to a Harley show and got to experience them at a higher dosage and I just fell in love with the brand thinking about getting this exact bike model.

[@ruicorreia9179]

Stop by the US , and you more than welcome to ride my 2015 street glide

[@olivertaylor7427]

Great vid as always Rich. Must really love it to do less than 240 miles a year mustnt he ;) aha. I've got another 30 years till im at the age to think about it though. Until then, i'll just spectate!

[@Only1Sabe]

Next bike Intruder 1800 ha ha only joking

[@fraserbull5314]

Another great vid. Between you, TMF and Teapotone you're making my list of bikes I must ride V. long!! What a soundtrack...

[@scottkelly1607]

brilliant vid Richy, awesome sound the Harley makes. what a beautiful machine.

[@davideccles1617]

Sorry Richy without your VFR doesn’t do it for me! 😢🤔

[@wc3101]

I would highly disagree with Harley riders acting too cool, I say that kind of thing to bmw drivers but the amount of Harley riders I’ve saw nod or give a positive hand gesture ✌🏻🤟🏻👉🏻👍🏻 is good.

[@RichyVida]

Where are you based?

[@wc3101]

@@RichyVida North Yorkshire area

[@donovanpeace6119]

I love my little 88 perfect commute 2 work. Get to ride everyday it's just got an awesome tone and almost daily get good comments

[@phinainman]

Just watched this and had to comment. I have just come back from 18 days, 2700 miles, of touring around Spain on my 15 year old Sportster. Dump the loud pipes, throw a set of panniers on and just do it. My bike clocked up 60,000 miles whilst we were away. Some of us do actually tour on Sportsters!

[@RichyVida]

Good for you! 👍

[@phinainman]

@@RichyVida Didn't say, but I'm a 64 year old girly! Ride together with my husband on 2 Sportsters and we've been all over Europe on them.

[@robstrat86]

Richy, I ride a Harley Davidson and a Honda and always acknowledge other riders on the road but I get ignored by some of both the non Harley riders and Harley riders so it’s down to the rider nothing to do with the bike.

[@viffer1509]

Great review - used to ride an 883 and I have to say it was a really nice bike. A little under powered and very easy to ride but loved it none the less. I agree though - perfect to have in your garage for the odd Sunday run. Any bike is great though :)