@@streetmovper9621 I'm impartial here...but from what I've seen, that Yammie is pretty handy on a track. No MotoGP rider, but he can definitely move a bike.
I’ve owned about every brand of motorcycle made, including Harleys. The one thing that annoys me about a lot of Harley riders (not all) are those that think the only bike worth owning are Harleys.
Levi Williams That’s a really tough question. The Concours 14 was one of the funnest bikes to ride because of its sheer power. But it’s not a very comfortable bike for touring which is what I like to do. The best bike I’ve owned for that is my current bike, a Star Venture. Probably doesn’t appeal to you younger guys though lol.
It has been 20yrs since I was able to ride but on the interstate I would ride the left lane unless a car needed to get by then I would move over. The reason for this is that big trucks ride the right lane and it tends to be rougher than the left.
I had to come here, after the Yamienoob made his case, I find your answers are mine as well, fifty years of riding, and more. Thanks for holding up your end, and mine.
My dad was in a bad accident on a old Honda when I was in 4th grade, he went through the A pillar on a Jeep Cherokee, the only thing that stopped him from dying was that the full helmet cushioned the impact, so the metal stopped right before hitting vitals. So I airways where a full helmet when I ride my street glide.
I live in a state where helmets aren't required. Never seen a Harley guy wear a helmet. I wear a helmet when traveling out of town, but in town I don't.
As far as waving, my experience is while riding one of my BMW bikes is that some HD riders wave, some don't, I always wave unless my left-hand is busy.
So many mad Harley riders lol (not referencing Jon). Yam makes fun of literally every kind of bike/rider, why is it so hard for people to laugh at themselves sometimes? Living in a cruiser dominated part of PA as a sports bike rider I found almost all these stereotypes to be true 99 percent of the time. But who cares! It's about having fun and being on two wheels, not everyone has to agree with your choice of bike.
Loved you’re comment. I grew up in Morgantown PA and I’m a sport bike rider but I’ve ridden a lot of different types of bikes throughout the years. But yeah it’s definitely true the stereotype I’ve even had Harley riders say get a real bike like can’t we all just appreciate the love of being on two wheels that’s all that matters.
I like this guy. I hate alphas on both ends. "My bike is cooler, because it's faster" "My bike is the only thing ALLOWED to be called a bike, because it's a REAL MAN'S BIKE". (Yes a Harley rider told me that...and that his bike could beat my 1000 because "it can wheelie").Bikes have different purposes. Im not going to ride a cruiser in a gp race just the same as I wouldn't expect my busa to keep up with a cruiser on a long cruise. Everybody has their reasons to ride. It's not my place to tell people what to ride. Everyone should have fun. Cruises and Isle of Man alike.
I am a little surprised that you didn’t properly defend the Harley’s stand. That extra movement is to engage the lock that prevents the bike from tipping over if it moves while parked. This is a great feature.
Everyone riding a bike should not care what brand is on the tank as long as they are riding a safe and dependable motorcycle it's bad enough to have to deal with cars and big trucks bikers have to stick together no matter what their riding
I wave to everybody unless my hand is busy just to be nice but i personally think its a dumb part of motorcycle culture and could care less if other riders wave back to me.
I'm on a sport bike and I get waves from Harley riders. I dont understand the immediate butt-hurt when someone (anyone on any bike) doesn't wave back. Maybe they're busy or just straight up didnt see me. If it actually is an ego thing, that's not my problem. Have a great ride
I'm an older guy in my late 50's and I enjoyed yammie Noobs video poking fun at HD Riders. I also enjoy this response a great deal, because you had a sense of humor about it yourself. No matter what bike, enjoy the ride. Don't make fun of me, but I ride a 2004 BMW R1200 CLC. Stay safe my brethren. Great content all around.
Full face Bell Star saved my life in 83, broadsided a drunk driver doing about 50 mph. 88 ft flight landing on my head. So yes, when I ride I ALWAYS wear my full face, an AGV K6. As far as corners I challenge him to keep up with me on my FXR through the twisties.
Thanks for clearing things up about Harley riders! One detail I disagree with is the kickstand. I have a Harley Softail and it has a locking kickstand. The bike doesn't fall over and doesn't move back or forward. It's bad if you forget to put up the kickstand and ride.
I love my road king special. I wave at all riders and typicaly its the sport bike kids who dont wave back. Neither of my harleys leak oil but my Suzuki boulevard does. The left lane is for passing only, true.. sometimes i wear a helmet sometimes i dont , if going on a long ride or weather isnt great ill toss the helmet on, if im going 4 blocks to snag something from gas station i wont bother. Do i "flex" on my friends who ride vstars or vulcans no i dont ... they wanna start talkin shit i have no problem leaving them in the dust or reminding them they spent 10k on their bike and in 1 year it lost 50% of its resale value where my harley will retain 85% over 5 years. But again only if they start talkin trash 1st will i remind them what a horrible financial investment they made. Think yammie had a bad experience with a harly owner growing up and just holds a grudge, that or maybe just jealous his scrony self cant handle a 900# cruiser?
Been riding my DX for years... whats up with the constant throttle cracking at stop lights, down shifting, whatever? Am I supposed to be throttle cracking at lights and double clutch down shifting like a tractor trailer?
I do really appreciate that you took the time to confirm many of these, and only partially disprove the ones you have limited information on (helmets in California, for example).
As long as the Harley kickstand is all the way forward you can push the bike back and forth on the stand and it will not fold. Don’t believe me try it on your Dyna make sure the kickstand is all the way forward and push the bike back and forth the bike will move but won’t fall over.
5:20 you are 100% correct. Us riders need to look out for cars. Cars aren't looking for us. Its not a disrespectful thing, its just how we are as humans.
Being tribal about motorcycles is bad for the future of motorcycling. Yammie makes videos for aspiring and noob riders... that why he calls his channel that.. he's approachable and fun. I also follow McRider, approachable, knowledgeable and safety conscious. I'm 46 and have only been riding for a year. Yammienoob, Fortnine and McRider have taught me a lot.
Jon's Moto Garage hey Jon I’m in my late 40’s and you’ve taught me a lot bro . I currently ride a hot rod sportster that’s built to be quick and fun on the street . Last bike was a gsx-r . I love them both . I think this is a great video man . Everyone needs to lighten up and enjoy the machine they can afford. Riding with friends or out solo dosent matter , what matters is you respect yourself and others and your machines . If we all do that then everyone should have a smile on their face because being on a bike is flat out fun. Be safe and thanks for all the videos bro . It’s great watching you tear shit up👍
A lot of Harley riders here in Australia look like they are on their way to a shooting But we know they arent because people dont really get shot here Its mainly stabbings A lot of Harley riders here in Australia look like they are on their way to a stabbing Ride safe
The reputation for leaking oil came from the early HDs having crankcase vent tubes that meant to drip in the primary and final drive chains. The hot oil mist continues to drip after the bike is parked and shut off. I wear a Shoei Neotech, Aerostich gear, good boots and gloves, I wave at all 2 and 3 wheelers regardless. and Yep, I'm a long time / 5 time Harley rider, currently on a '12 Switchback.
I've been riding since 1974, started on a Honda 750. I've owned four Harleys and currently ride a Heritage Softail that I've owned for over 13 years and just under 150,000 miles. Who I ride with is determined by the person on the bike, not the brand of motorcycle they're on !!!!
Well said Jon, 100% agree. I know it’s all in good fun & I don’t get butt hurt like some riders do. I rode super sports & did track days for yrs, now on a ‘95 Sportster & absolutely love it. He doesn’t get the cruiser lifestyle & that’s fine, I still enjoy his content as well as yours, stay safe!
Yammie Noobs’ claims are stereotypes, and stereotypes typically apply to the majority and I’m gonna have to agree with him. You see Harley riders do all of those things he mentioned.
@@geraldanderson652 Not where I live. Everyone here rides a Harley, and all Harleys here are Roadglides. Not one of them ever waves. Guys on sportbikes always wave back.
Jon, what are you going to do when Harley goes out of business? They will eventually go belly up. They can't sell enough bikes a year to cover their expenses anymore. Years of selling over-priced junk has finally caught up with them and now there is hell to pay. I wouldn't ride a H-D even if was given to me for free, they handle bad and the brakes don't work very well not to mention they are unreliable. Mark my words, H-D is headed for bankruptcy.
Great video. I subed. I watch a lot of bike content on here. From Fortnine to Doc Harley at Low Country HD, and Yammienoob. I'm not sure where you are, but when I was stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas had such a problem with Harley's slow rolling the left lane, Hill Country used to have signs T DOT put up that said, Don't Be a Left Lane Hog. Share the Road. Hog of course being an innuendo. I don't know what state you are in, but it is a problem in some states for sure. The kickstand thing. Get down on the ground, and look up at your kickstand. Now, have someone else raise your bike up straight, then let it down on the kickstand again. You'll notice that the Harley kickstand actually pivots into a notch. Once there, with weight on the stand, even if the bike rolls forward, the kickstand doesn't fold up. That's actually pretty cool in my opinion. It is different from other bikes though.
First video. Instantly subscribed. Fellow Harley rider, but also am like you- a student in many disciplines, with different bikes-people give me shit for owning 5. lol. Look at your garage. LOVE IT! And that dank nooner at 5:57. Fucking sick bro!!! Yam and Spite clearly did that as a satire, for comedic effect, and it made me laugh-wasn't hurt. Just saw this vid just now though. I wear a helmet, all the time. Proper gear saves lives. I wave to every rider all the time. If I see em first. But sometimes I've been slow on the two wheels down, rubber side down brotherhood sign, and hope no one was hurt by it. I ride corners just as fast on my Harley, as I do with my Ducati Monster or CBR F4. (Not on a track though) Windy Rocky Mountain Highways. But we should all respect a beginner rider, taking time, building skills in corners... Not a Harley thing. Stereotype of cruisers-it's a mindset, not determined by what you're riding. IDK-brought a 6 month rider into riding corners hard and fast-just having fun, no pressure. Never scraped my Harley, but do on my Yamaha Vstar. BTW, my Harley doesn't leak oil. Not a drop. But both my Yamahas leak like a siv.... It's fucking funny actually. And don't get me started on their tranny's. Neutral unless I'm rolling towards a stop is worse than my Ducati though. True story. Only bitch.... But I can rebuild it 100% COMPLETELY with aftermarket parts, not a single Harley Davidson part, FOREVER, unlike it's metric counterparts, something first pointed out by Shadetree Surgeon and Spite at a later date (true Harley boi). And there's the biggest takeaway... Only bike worth owning is one you can take care of forever. Maybe... Just maybe, that mindset is correct. I'm keeping mine (100th Anniversary edition) forever, and get to pass it on to my son. And he can pass it on again. Hope he can do that with the rest of the fleet... But not likely. Sorry to everyone who read this long dissertation. Click that subscribe button for our dude here. A sensitive reaction, but a BADASS reaction. Let's all go back to our favorite whipping boy, the Sportster... My favorite Harley of all time as long as it's the 1200. At least were not in Europe. An 883 is still considered too much. LMFAO. Just be happy to be able to ride. Treat your fellow riders as brothers. All of them. Even if they are stuck on a 125 for now. (OOF!!) This is the way
Some riders are chill no Harley riders are ignorant and don’t deserve to be apart of the brand. A lot of bad stigma about harleys though, Hardley starters, no helmet 😂 riders all in my state on harleys
Any pack always goes in the left-hand Lane. You're out of the way of other vehicles getting on and getting off the highway. And in general you're less obstructive the other vehicles on the roadway
I'm a metric cruiser guy and around 80% of my riding buddies are HD owners. There is playfull ribbing between us but we still like riding together. The HD guys bust on each other's bikes too. It can step up a notch when the sport bikes join the mix. It's all in fun and we have great rides. That 2 finger wave is actually wishing a fellow biker a safe ride. It means to keep the rubber side on the botttom.
Lol. Despite the fact it leaks oil, it's the funnest one. Lol. That's my Road King. It leaks, its finicky, it doesn't do anything really well, but I love it. I'll ride anything with two wheels. Just bought a 300cc Kawasaki Versys. What a fun ride that is!
My Vice President rides an 03 Indian Scout. NOTHING but HIGHEST respect from my fellow Harley riders. And he rides with a cowboy hat... No helmet. IDK. It works. Indians RULE. If you're reading this, just buy one. Parts take some hunting sometimes, but not that bad... Great forever, lifetime bikes.... Older ones before Polaris took over. But recent changes, change this statement. IDK. If you love it, buy it, own it, and it will all work out.
Little known fact about HD kickstands and the reason for their odd tricks: the reason they seem to fold up when you put weight on them is they're designed with a stopper so that it won't fold if the bike rolls forward
had my road glide jump forward 2 rotations after hitting the starter on the side stand with it in gear (safety features deleted) and the stand held up better than my heart 😂 took it like a champ
You're in AZ like me brother. Less Harley riders wear helmets than any other demographic. I don't wave at those dudes. No helmet = We can't be friends. One thing I found with Harley riders, is they are usually the most over-confident and under-skilled. Guys like yourself break that stereotype though.
a local club was using all lanes and moving slow, I look at the cut......oh its them. I pass them on the sidewalk in a 76 3/4 ton Chevy. A fresh 454 and 4:88s. They tried to outrun me but I won, ON THE SIDEWALK, YEAH THE SIDEWALK, i DO MY LITTLE PASS ON THE SIDEWALK. HHAHAHAHAHAHA
@Pomfromoz this is so true, i've even had a buddy i was riding with ask me why i wasn't waving, or doing the upside down peace sign, i was like "cause i gotta keep my eyes on your dumb ass, there is a reason i keep you in front" for those that don't know, more experienced riders should always head up the tail of a group.
All gas baby !!! In California 65 is speed limit but everyone does at least 75-80 so 85-90 it is on the sporty ‘04 883xlc mod 1200 She only knows and wants to be ridden wide open 1-5th
@@frankhubbardiv8711 resting your toes on the pegs is normal for sport bike riders. Otherwise you scrap your boots on a far lean. Cruisers are not meant to lean as hard so it's not an issue. Going from one style to another is a learning process.
@@frankhubbardiv8711 it's something sport bike riders do, they actually move their feet around a lot, especially in WSBK, but that is because it's all about squeezing as many g's out of a turn as you can without losing the back.
@@62saki91 that's fair for the track, but when you're on a bike with no intention on leaning that far, why would you put your feet like that? I've never seen anyone put their feet like that on pegs. I also don't see how you can be mad at the bike, for your own stupidity.
The main one I've ever really noticed is the helmet tbh, but I'm in Texas so they're allowed. Unfortunately, that's been the cause for the last couple of deaths in my town. I've had some not waive back, but I've also gotten that from sport bikes and cafe's, so it's def the rider. Good stuff man
Just started thinking about buying my first bike so have been watching videos. I came across yours and I legit know where you live (as non-creepy sounding as possible). Nice videos!
@@JonsMotoGarage Thanks man, appreciate the offer. I'm looking at taking a safety course first and wading through the "best bike for a beginner" wormhole on the internet!
Did anyone notice that when he did the wheelie that he was leaking fuel and not just a little bit but a decent amount of it and it was probably hitting the exhaust system that's the problem with staying carbureted on most of the Harley Davidson lineup.
Hi, I’m on a 2007 Triumph T 100 (bought new, only owner). I’ve seen D/bags on all kinds of bikes. The worst guy I saw riding without the proper attire was on a Honda Goldwing. The worst attitude I encountered was a fellow Triumph rider. He insinuated my Triumph wasn’t “ a real Triumph” because it wasn’t made before 1983. Laugh at the haters, embrace the brothers and sisters!
I've never watched that dude's videos. The not smiling thing I see quite often near me. I run into a lot of riders who rode other brands for decades but now all of a sudden their HDs have become the ONLY bike to have, as if all those others never existed.
Dwelling on those clichees is just fun - especially if you don´t ride a Harley. I had some close range encounters with Harley guys. Those dudes invited me to have a drink (non alcoholic as it was at a break on a tour). On a trucker festival a group of them occupied a table. They immetiadely spotted me as an ADV rider and made room for me to join. So many of them seem to be really cool people. As for the riding style: They bought the bike for a reason. Why hurry when you got the time. A broad smile or grin seems to be universal to real motorcyclists regardless of the bike´s brand. Sometimes it looks out of place when you park the bike, dismount and proceed to walk to your home with a broad grin and all soaking wet in a heavy downpour.
Just a theory on HDs going slow through twisty roads. I live in the Appalachian mountains and I think (not confirmed) the slow HD riders I encounter I believe always wanted to ride a motorcycle. Now they are middle aged and have never ridden a bike or haven't ridden in years. They don't want to be picked on for being a new rider and know that owning a Harley automatically puts you in a protected club. They also paid mega bucks for the bike plus lots of add ons and don't yet have the skill to handle the bike so they are overly cautious on technical roads. This isn't a put down, just a theory. I believe you should ride what you enjoy know your limits. I've seen some HDs on the Dragon hanging with GXRs and R6s. But usually the bikes duck waddling 5mph in the hair pins are the brand new Road Kings.
Certain Harley's have that "duck Waddling' It was explained to me the ones that have the rear motor mounts and swing arm bushing as one piece are the ones that do it.
Insightful honest answers about Harley Davidson‘s and their riders. Thanks Jon, I learned a few things after all who invented the V twin motorcycle oh that’s right Glenn Curtis.
This Old 69 year old has ridden Honda''s ,Yamaha's and Harley's without helmet until the state I live in is law. I still ride my 83 FXWG when I can. Good video!
Hey Jon, my Bolt does that with the kick stand too. At first I thought some bolts had come loose, lol. But nope .... it's a fact of life for the heavier Yamaha's too. So no biggy there. The Wave,.... Sheesh, I get and give waves at 65 mph a lot , while I'm leaned over in a corner, all the time. It puts more meaning into the brotherhood we have, especially when people behind us see us doing that..... then they have to explain to their 6 yr old .... and said son..... isn't really listening to dad. He's eye-balls to the action of 8 of us passing within 3 feet of each other at 65 in a corner, left hand down at 4 o'clock, thinking ... "Cooooollll..."..... Dad's thinking ...ugghh, now what's gonna crop up at the dinner table .... lol. Truthe be told.... around here, the sporties have seen us V twin riders doing it , and it's catching hold, and now more of them are dropping a low-five to me in corners and straight-aways. Frankly, the ones that don't are riding two up, or they are getting used to their new bagger, ( most of them are SGS or RGS ,even some ultra limited's). I digress, Mostly,....I really think Yam's pushing for the ATGATT method for everyone, If I gotta wear gear , everyone should. But at the Same Time... If I drop a low 5, why can't they..... Yam, I don't think its snobbishness.... it might just well be skill level.....?? Ya? Stay Safe Y'all, Ciao. W
I come from a Harley biased family, but that doesn't mean we don't ride Guzzis, Yama-hamas, Hondas, or whatever. I ride my Harley daily, and, yes, I will flex... on anybody; bike, cage, doesn't matter. Not because it's a Harley, but because it's a bad mofo and I've put alot of work into it. It's about being a biker and having fun, period. I'm not offended by anyone's small-minded opinion on my character based on my bike any more than I am when they do it based on my skin color. It makes about as much sense and accomplishes just as much. We don't need more division amongst us. Let's just get out there, have fun, be safe, and leave some goddamn rubber on the road!
If you had to choose one bike... harley or super moto ..iam currently looking for a bike and cant decide between the 2 ..not new to riding just new to the streets been riding the dirt about 25 years now lol
Hallelujah Jon! This is proof that shaving your balls makes you stupid! My Harleys don’t leak, I wave at any bike and I smile ear to ear while cruising on my Harley.
Last thing (sorry for the comment spam), I flex on my dad (softtail rider) on my new XSR pretty hard yesterday and he was sure to point out that my motorcycle was 'just too tall' numerous times after.
@@JonsMotoGarage ironically you make wheelies look so simple on that Dyna when I'm struggling to get the front end on this up a smidgen on what is a wheelie machine. Yeah, I rip on him a lot, but it's for a decades-long making fun of my rider choices.
I had an xsr 700 a few months back - had a blast ripping around on it. Kind of scary how easily the wheel comes up if you're not careful. If possible, mess around with the wheelies on a pit bike or honda grom. 🤙
I've ridden up on a Kawasaki Ninja and had a guy ask about it, then say "Well, I'm sure if you save up a bit you can get into a real bike" I've pulled up to a Harley Dealership (was trying to offload a HD gift card I had no use for) and the salesman asked "Heya, ready to get into a real bike?" Yeah, those douches think anything not HD doesn't count.
One thing is for sure about Harley riders in my area... they are old. I'm 51 and just bought my first HD at 50. The youngest guy I ride with in my neighborhood is 70!
I've had 3 Harley's in past 15 years and not leaked a drop of oil. The two bikes I sold were in top notch condition as well. And did have a breakdown once which turned out to be a wire that came off under the seat. Zero mechanical issues. You get a 1978 Harley and you might have some leaks.
I've never had a problem with the kickstand of any Harley I've owned. Some flex some don't. I've seen Honda owners that think only Hondas are good bikes too. Some Harley riders won't wave, but most do. I know I do. But then again Yammie trashes lots of bikes, and then a while later he buys 1 that he said was no good.
Only Harley I’ve had with kickstand issues is my 92 fxrp (known issue) all others are solid. My fav is the touring kickstand for its ease of maintenance
As an owner of HDs for 22 years, and still a current owner, I thought Yammie Noob nailed it. Almost 100%. It’s not that all items apply to each and every HD rider… but enough to make me nod my head in agreement. Two things that weren’t mentioned, well… okay, more like 3: 1) The rider on the Bagger who’s puts in a stereo system with more power than his engine. 🙄 2) The HD owner who picks pipes because it makes a better sound. (But more often than not, reduces HP or torque.) 🤷🏼♂️ 3) The rider with the new pipes who wants everyone to know he has a cool sounding bike and isn’t ashamed to broadcast it… OVER the blaring stereo. Cracking the throttle repeatedly at just about every populated intersection or while cruising down a commercial street. Add in the aggressive downshifting to get the pops going. I wish they would just buy themselves another fashion leather jacket, with “Look at me! I’m a special boy!!!”, printed on the back. 🧏♂️ I rarely see this behavior from the long distance HD riders, but mostly by the in-town “Shine ‘n Show” rider. Rant done. 🤣✌🏻
I ride a XR1200. It was originally made for the European market. Plastic gas tank, rear sets, inverted forks, ram air and a bunch of leftover Buell parts. A perfect South Florida bike. I ride with sportbikes and Harley guys that our into performance. The XR is probably the most hated Harley. A lot of them went straight to the racetrack. People who bought them got rid of them.
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So glad you made this bro. People have to know the *TRUTH*
Love your videos dude, keeping doing mad wheelies on that HD!
The TRUTH will set you free, bro!
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Yammie, bro you can’t even ride why the hell are you trying to call out other riders. Hit any Porsche’s lately ass hat.
@@streetmovper9621 I'm impartial here...but from what I've seen, that Yammie is pretty handy on a track. No MotoGP rider, but he can definitely move a bike.
I’ve owned about every brand of motorcycle made, including Harleys. The one thing that annoys me about a lot of Harley riders (not all) are those that think the only bike worth owning are Harleys.
ha , thats right , hits the spot
So what's your favorite type of bike you've owned?
Levi Williams That’s a really tough question. The Concours 14 was one of the funnest bikes to ride because of its sheer power. But it’s not a very comfortable bike for touring which is what I like to do. The best bike I’ve owned for that is my current bike, a Star Venture. Probably doesn’t appeal to you younger guys though lol.
@@gabbyhayes1568 I like the touring bikes actually. I like the thought of comfort for the long haul. I really want a victory cross country tourer.
I love my harley, I have an xr1200, but it is crap, it's just awesome crap.
Harley's don't leak oil they mark their territory
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My Vstar bleeds like a bitch at that time of the month. Constantly. Harley will leave a dime spot... Some day..... 2003. Incredible build quality
A throwback myth to the days of hain oilers before the enclosed lossless systems.
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Like a dog hahahaha
2:26 "If you've never gotten on a motorcycle and started giggling as soon as you rode away, I'm sorry, you're doing it wrong."
- Shadetree Surgeon
🤘shadetree spits truth!
HELL YEAHHH!!! KEEP IT WEIRD
NAILED IT!!!!
Just once, I didn't smile or giggle, my throttle stuck and tried to murder me.... no smile for about 5 minutes
It has been 20yrs since I was able to ride but on the interstate I would ride the left lane unless a car needed to get by then I would move over. The reason for this is that big trucks ride the right lane and it tends to be rougher than the left.
I like the fact that how you weren't salty about his video and clarified everything in such a good way.
I had to come here, after the Yamienoob made his case, I find your answers are mine as well, fifty years of riding, and more. Thanks for holding up your end, and mine.
I wear a helmet on my Harley because I like my brain intact.
This is also a great reason for helmets. Lol.
My dad was in a bad accident on a old Honda when I was in 4th grade, he went through the A pillar on a Jeep Cherokee, the only thing that stopped him from dying was that the full helmet cushioned the impact, so the metal stopped right before hitting vitals. So I airways where a full helmet when I ride my street glide.
I live in a state where helmets aren't required. Never seen a Harley guy wear a helmet. I wear a helmet when traveling out of town, but in town I don't.
@@TheAusherGuy Is there better cushioning on the asphalt in town?
@@DenvarShay perhaps the ground is softer at home as opposed to outta town areas😂
Some of u guys needa chill 🤣 This video and Yammie's is all in good fun... Relax guys lol
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Well said, brotha!
Keep on it guys! Bad ass channels! 🤙🏼 Ride safe
Well said! I'm for all the motorcycle content I can get my hands on
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I’m a Harley rider and I saw yammie’s video and I was laughing my ass off the hold time.
As far as waving, my experience is while riding one of my BMW bikes is that some HD riders wave, some don't, I always wave unless my left-hand is busy.
Yeah I tend to be going through the gearbox like an epileptic. My Dual sport tends to go through the gears quite quickly
“Only two out of the four were leaking oil...”
That shit cracked me up 💀
IF I ever see a drop of oil under my twincam, I'm gonna freak for a second, and start wrenching!
He basically said that everything yammie said was true 😂
So many mad Harley riders lol (not referencing Jon). Yam makes fun of literally every kind of bike/rider, why is it so hard for people to laugh at themselves sometimes? Living in a cruiser dominated part of PA as a sports bike rider I found almost all these stereotypes to be true 99 percent of the time. But who cares! It's about having fun and being on two wheels, not everyone has to agree with your choice of bike.
A stereotype didn't become one for no reason. Just have fun and be nice, that's all you gotta do my friend. Oh yeah, and help each other, that's all
Loved you’re comment. I grew up in Morgantown PA and I’m a sport bike rider but I’ve ridden a lot of different types of bikes throughout the years. But yeah it’s definitely true the stereotype I’ve even had Harley riders say get a real bike like can’t we all just appreciate the love of being on two wheels that’s all that matters.
very good.
Tyler Bolich im in the south hills area. honestly never see sport bikes around here
Shadetree, and I are wondering... Where TF!!!! is our biscotti. Heard it talked about. Pop your seat.. Might be hiding there-easter egg treat;)
I like this guy. I hate alphas on both ends. "My bike is cooler, because it's faster" "My bike is the only thing ALLOWED to be called a bike, because it's a REAL MAN'S BIKE". (Yes a Harley rider told me that...and that his bike could beat my 1000 because "it can wheelie").Bikes have different purposes. Im not going to ride a cruiser in a gp race just the same as I wouldn't expect my busa to keep up with a cruiser on a long cruise. Everybody has their reasons to ride. It's not my place to tell people what to ride. Everyone should have fun. Cruises and Isle of Man alike.
Well said, bro! 💯🤙
I am a little surprised that you didn’t properly defend the Harley’s stand. That extra movement is to engage the lock that prevents the bike from tipping over if it moves while parked. This is a great feature.
Yup, I've seen Harleys on the side stand drug across the shop floor on a regular basis. No issues.
Everyone riding a bike should not care what brand is on the tank as long as they are riding a safe and dependable motorcycle it's bad enough to have to deal with cars and big trucks bikers have to stick together no matter what their riding
Well said, brotha! 🤜🤛💯
Extremely well said brother Eric...a man of wisdom I see. Have fun be safe bro.
Yammienoob makes motorcycle videos for people that don’t ride
That's exactly right, I want to get more people excited about motorcycles in a fun way.
So true
@@yammienoob stfu
I think its cool how much effort he put in bringing new people into this hobby
@@yammienoob I don't get your cruiser hate, but I gotta give props for the response.
Yammie makes videos for people who don't ride. I'm sure he's target audience is 12-16
That's true! I want more people on two wheels so I gear my content for aspiring riders :)
I was telling my wife he sounds like a person my kid watches play video games on youtube. However, despite that I like the content and sense of humor.
Yammienoobs opinions don't matter...😂 He makes fun of every bike type and rider
Yah he does it for the video
Thats what's cool about him. He talks shit on everyone but like he said as long as you're on 2 wheels and having fun he supports you.
@@leviwilliams3471 no thats where youre wrong, a while ago he shat on the whole chicago stunt riding community
He cant make fun when he is degenerate
@@darkmagician2730 im pretty sure he can do whatever he wants it just may not be received well haha like this case
I try to wave more when riding a HD. I'm less busy anyway, and other bikers seem to appreciate it more.
Agreed , I’m on my Harley and I wave or throw outa piece sighn to other riders. It’s all about fun on the street .
I wave to everybody unless my hand is busy just to be nice but i personally think its a dumb part of motorcycle culture and could care less if other riders wave back to me.
I rode past Harley riders 3 separate times yesterday. No waves back
Has a harley and 10 other different types of bikes* lol
I'm on a sport bike and I get waves from Harley riders. I dont understand the immediate butt-hurt when someone (anyone on any bike) doesn't wave back. Maybe they're busy or just straight up didnt see me. If it actually is an ego thing, that's not my problem. Have a great ride
2:50, stand is down !XD
is 2:06 in Tucson, AZ?
I'm an older guy in my late 50's and I enjoyed yammie Noobs video poking fun at HD Riders. I also enjoy this response a great deal, because you had a sense of humor about it yourself. No matter what bike, enjoy the ride.
Don't make fun of me, but I ride a 2004 BMW R1200 CLC. Stay safe my brethren. Great content all around.
💯🤙Thanks, brotha!
I have a 2003 XL1200C uhblubblubblub....and a BMW R1200RT...I just enjoy the different bikes.
Awesome video. I don't know about the full starfish on the highway bars but when you are 50 and beat up from playing hard you will understand WHY !
Definitely nice to stretch out on those long rides. 🤙
Full face Bell Star saved my life in 83, broadsided a drunk driver doing about 50 mph. 88 ft flight landing on my head. So yes, when I ride I ALWAYS wear my full face, an AGV K6. As far as corners I challenge him to keep up with me on my FXR through the twisties.
Yammie is at least honest with his bias. But, Spite likes to use the word “objectively “ while not seeming to know what that word means.
"You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." ~~ Inigo Montoya . .. LOL
SuperCultosaurus that scene
Goes through my head every time spite says “objectively”.
Spite does my head in
@@SuperCultosaurus I used to watch that movie all the time as a kid!
Yammienoob could be the most irritating person on RUclips
0:31 The pronunciation was so good that I thought for a sec. that the video would be indeed in spanish. Hahahaha
I was curious, when you're doing those extended wheelies, doesn't that starve the engine of oil as the oil is sloshed to the back of the oil pan?
I did an oil pan mod so the pickup is at the back of the oil pan. Otherwise it does starve the engine.
@@JonsMotoGarage
Interesting, thanks 👍
I take pride that the yam blocked me on IG
Cool!
I envy you sir.
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Yamminoob, if you see this post, unblock him so he has less to be proud about lol.
Its not hard. Lol
As a daily Harley rider, I enjoyed both videos. Thanks for posting yours!
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I ride Harleys and I ride with guys that don't ride Harleys, 2 wheels are 2 wheels. I've found that the Club riders are more judgemental.
I grew up in Riverside where they have "West coast thunder", brings every kind of motorcycle rider together. It's a very amazing thing to witness!
Thanks for clearing things up about Harley riders! One detail I disagree with is the kickstand. I have a Harley Softail and it has a locking kickstand. The bike doesn't fall over
and doesn't move back or forward. It's bad if you forget to put up the kickstand and ride.
I love my road king special. I wave at all riders and typicaly its the sport bike kids who dont wave back. Neither of my harleys leak oil but my Suzuki boulevard does. The left lane is for passing only, true.. sometimes i wear a helmet sometimes i dont , if going on a long ride or weather isnt great ill toss the helmet on, if im going 4 blocks to snag something from gas station i wont bother. Do i "flex" on my friends who ride vstars or vulcans no i dont ... they wanna start talkin shit i have no problem leaving them in the dust or reminding them they spent 10k on their bike and in 1 year it lost 50% of its resale value where my harley will retain 85% over 5 years. But again only if they start talkin trash 1st will i remind them what a horrible financial investment they made. Think yammie had a bad experience with a harly owner growing up and just holds a grudge, that or maybe just jealous his scrony self cant handle a 900# cruiser?
Been riding my DX for years... whats up with the constant throttle cracking at stop lights, down shifting, whatever? Am I supposed to be throttle cracking at lights and double clutch down shifting like a tractor trailer?
dude , i thought i could ride a bike ?! ..... then came across your shenanigans on a HD. Awesome !! stay safe dude
I do really appreciate that you took the time to confirm many of these, and only partially disprove the ones you have limited information on (helmets in California, for example).
Any time, my dude! 🤙
As long as the Harley kickstand is all the way forward you can push the bike back and forth on the stand and it will not fold. Don’t believe me try it on your Dyna make sure the kickstand is all the way forward and push the bike back and forth the bike will move but won’t fall over.
5:20 you are 100% correct. Us riders need to look out for cars. Cars aren't looking for us. Its not a disrespectful thing, its just how we are as humans.
Being tribal about motorcycles is bad for the future of motorcycling. Yammie makes videos for aspiring and noob riders... that why he calls his channel that.. he's approachable and fun. I also follow McRider, approachable, knowledgeable and safety conscious. I'm 46 and have only been riding for a year. Yammienoob, Fortnine and McRider have taught me a lot.
I agree. Doesn't matter what you ride, just that you ride. We're lucky to have options with both motorcycles and moto channels.
@Jack Smoke
You may want to check out Ride Like a Pro Jerry Palladino, and MotoJitsu also. Some of their content can be very useful.
Jon's Moto Garage hey Jon I’m in my late 40’s and you’ve taught me a lot bro . I currently ride a hot rod sportster that’s built to be quick and fun on the street . Last bike was a gsx-r . I love them both . I think this is a great video man . Everyone needs to lighten up and enjoy the machine they can afford. Riding with friends or out solo dosent matter , what matters is you respect yourself and others and your machines . If we all do that then everyone should have a smile on their face because being on a bike is flat out fun. Be safe and thanks for all the videos bro . It’s great watching you tear shit up👍
@@ghostdog1874 well said, brotha! 🤜🤛🤙
@@SlackTastic will do, thanks
A lot of Harley riders here in Australia look like they are on their way to a shooting
But we know they arent because people dont really get shot here
Its mainly stabbings
A lot of Harley riders here in Australia look like they are on their way to a stabbing
Ride safe
Looking at the comments,, Harley bois don't really have a sense of humour do they lol
There's at least one or two of us out there who do. Lol.
Or three👍🏼🍺
very good.
The 10th thing only Harley riders do: Get offended when Papa Yam takes his turn on them.
JG Capers we do?? Damn it.... Why didn't anyone tell me... Ugh🤬🤬
My first time watching the video and you instantly attacked the algorithm with being bilingual. Love it.
The reputation for leaking oil came from the early HDs having crankcase vent tubes that meant to drip in the primary and final drive chains. The hot oil mist continues to drip after the bike is parked and shut off. I wear a Shoei Neotech, Aerostich gear, good boots and gloves, I wave at all 2 and 3 wheelers regardless. and Yep, I'm a long time / 5 time Harley rider, currently on a '12 Switchback.
I've been riding since 1974, started on a Honda 750. I've owned four Harleys and currently ride a Heritage Softail that I've owned for over 13 years and just under 150,000 miles. Who I ride with is determined by the person on the bike, not the brand of motorcycle they're on !!!!
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Well said Jon, 100% agree. I know it’s all in good fun & I don’t get butt hurt like some riders do. I rode super sports & did track days for yrs, now on a ‘95 Sportster & absolutely love it. He doesn’t get the cruiser lifestyle & that’s fine, I still enjoy his content as well as yours, stay safe!
Spot on, my man! 🤜🤛💯
Yammie Noobs’ claims are stereotypes, and stereotypes typically apply to the majority and I’m gonna have to agree with him. You see Harley riders do all of those things he mentioned.
I wave at everyone in 2 to 3 wheels , only folks who dont wave back sportbike
@@geraldanderson652 Not where I live. Everyone here rides a Harley, and all Harleys here are Roadglides. Not one of them ever waves. Guys on sportbikes always wave back.
Jon, what are you going to do when Harley goes out of business? They will eventually go belly up. They can't sell enough bikes a year to cover their expenses anymore. Years of selling over-priced junk has finally caught up with them and now there is hell to pay. I wouldn't ride a H-D even if was given to me for free, they handle bad and the brakes don't work very well not to mention they are unreliable. Mark my words, H-D is headed for bankruptcy.
There are plenty of great options to choose from. I'll find survive. 🤙
Great video. I subed. I watch a lot of bike content on here. From Fortnine to Doc Harley at Low Country HD, and Yammienoob. I'm not sure where you are, but when I was stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas had such a problem with Harley's slow rolling the left lane, Hill Country used to have signs T DOT put up that said, Don't Be a Left Lane Hog. Share the Road. Hog of course being an innuendo. I don't know what state you are in, but it is a problem in some states for sure.
The kickstand thing. Get down on the ground, and look up at your kickstand. Now, have someone else raise your bike up straight, then let it down on the kickstand again. You'll notice that the Harley kickstand actually pivots into a notch. Once there, with weight on the stand, even if the bike rolls forward, the kickstand doesn't fold up. That's actually pretty cool in my opinion. It is different from other bikes though.
Thanks, brotha! Appreciate the support and your service. 💯
First video. Instantly subscribed. Fellow Harley rider, but also am like you- a student in many disciplines, with different bikes-people give me shit for owning 5. lol. Look at your garage. LOVE IT!
And that dank nooner at 5:57. Fucking sick bro!!! Yam and Spite clearly did that as a satire, for comedic effect, and it made me laugh-wasn't hurt. Just saw this vid just now though. I wear a helmet, all the time. Proper gear saves lives. I wave to every rider all the time. If I see em first. But sometimes I've been slow on the two wheels down, rubber side down brotherhood sign, and hope no one was hurt by it. I ride corners just as fast on my Harley, as I do with my Ducati Monster or CBR F4. (Not on a track though) Windy Rocky Mountain Highways. But we should all respect a beginner rider, taking time, building skills in corners... Not a Harley thing. Stereotype of cruisers-it's a mindset, not determined by what you're riding. IDK-brought a 6 month rider into riding corners hard and fast-just having fun, no pressure. Never scraped my Harley, but do on my Yamaha Vstar. BTW, my Harley doesn't leak oil. Not a drop. But both my Yamahas leak like a siv.... It's fucking funny actually. And don't get me started on their tranny's.
Neutral unless I'm rolling towards a stop is worse than my Ducati though. True story. Only bitch.... But I can rebuild it 100% COMPLETELY with aftermarket parts, not a single Harley Davidson part, FOREVER, unlike it's metric counterparts, something first pointed out by Shadetree Surgeon and Spite at a later date (true Harley boi).
And there's the biggest takeaway... Only bike worth owning is one you can take care of forever. Maybe... Just maybe, that mindset is correct. I'm keeping mine (100th Anniversary edition) forever, and get to pass it on to my son. And he can pass it on again. Hope he can do that with the rest of the fleet... But not likely.
Sorry to everyone who read this long dissertation. Click that subscribe button for our dude here. A sensitive reaction, but a BADASS reaction. Let's all go back to our favorite whipping boy, the Sportster... My favorite Harley of all time as long as it's the 1200. At least were not in Europe. An 883 is still considered too much. LMFAO. Just be happy to be able to ride. Treat your fellow riders as brothers. All of them. Even if they are stuck on a 125 for now. (OOF!!)
This is the way
Some riders are chill no Harley riders are ignorant and don’t deserve to be apart of the brand. A lot of bad stigma about harleys though, Hardley starters, no helmet 😂 riders all in my state on harleys
Any pack always goes in the left-hand Lane. You're out of the way of other vehicles getting on and getting off the highway. And in general you're less obstructive the other vehicles on the roadway
I'm a metric cruiser guy and around 80% of my riding buddies are HD owners. There is playfull ribbing between us but we still like riding together. The HD guys bust on each other's bikes too. It can step up a notch when the sport bikes join the mix. It's all in fun and we have great rides. That 2 finger wave is actually wishing a fellow biker a safe ride. It means to keep the rubber side on the botttom.
Lol. Despite the fact it leaks oil, it's the funnest one. Lol. That's my Road King. It leaks, its finicky, it doesn't do anything really well, but I love it. I'll ride anything with two wheels. Just bought a 300cc Kawasaki Versys. What a fun ride that is!
I ride with a group of 15+ people on harleys. I ride an indian challenger. Nobody tries to flex on me. They know better.
My Vice President rides an 03 Indian Scout. NOTHING but HIGHEST respect from my fellow Harley riders. And he rides with a cowboy hat... No helmet. IDK. It works. Indians RULE. If you're reading this, just buy one. Parts take some hunting sometimes, but not that bad... Great forever, lifetime bikes.... Older ones before Polaris took over. But recent changes, change this statement. IDK. If you love it, buy it, own it, and it will all work out.
What's the website for those gloves
Rebel reaper clothing 🤙 tell em Jons Moto Garage sent you!
@@JonsMotoGarage whose Jon? Just kidding
Little known fact about HD kickstands and the reason for their odd tricks: the reason they seem to fold up when you put weight on them is they're designed with a stopper so that it won't fold if the bike rolls forward
So it´s not a flaw it´s a well engineered feature.
had my road glide jump forward 2 rotations after hitting the starter on the side stand with it in gear (safety features deleted) and the stand held up better than my heart 😂 took it like a champ
You're in AZ like me brother. Less Harley riders wear helmets than any other demographic. I don't wave at those dudes. No helmet = We can't be friends.
One thing I found with Harley riders, is they are usually the most over-confident and under-skilled. Guys like yourself break that stereotype though.
In California everyone wears a helmet. .....even me!!!.....I have a giant grin when I'm on my road glide
a local club was using all lanes and moving slow, I look at the cut......oh its them. I pass them on the sidewalk in a 76 3/4 ton Chevy. A fresh 454 and 4:88s. They tried to outrun me but I won, ON THE SIDEWALK, YEAH THE SIDEWALK, i DO MY LITTLE PASS ON THE SIDEWALK. HHAHAHAHAHAHA
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Good shit.
I don’t always wave cause I’m a new rider. Figure I better keep my hands on the hand bars. I do give a head nod.
@Pomfromoz this is so true, i've even had a buddy i was riding with ask me why i wasn't waving, or doing the upside down peace sign, i was like "cause i gotta keep my eyes on your dumb ass, there is a reason i keep you in front" for those that don't know, more experienced riders should always head up the tail of a group.
Tbh if I’m on my iron in the left lane I’m flying down the road lmfao
All gas baby !!! In California 65 is speed limit but everyone does at least 75-80 so 85-90 it is on the sporty
‘04 883xlc mod 1200
She only knows and wants to be ridden wide open 1-5th
I remember Yammie melted his boot on the sporty and got all mad. Poor dude didn't see there weren't any heat shields on the pipes lol
Dude thought you rest your toes on the pegs. How do you brake & shift, With toes on pegs?
@@frankhubbardiv8711 resting your toes on the pegs is normal for sport bike riders. Otherwise you scrap your boots on a far lean. Cruisers are not meant to lean as hard so it's not an issue. Going from one style to another is a learning process.
@@frankhubbardiv8711 you simply move your foot up lmao are you kidding? You have a front brake and you can engine brake also...
@@frankhubbardiv8711 it's something sport bike riders do, they actually move their feet around a lot, especially in WSBK, but that is because it's all about squeezing as many g's out of a turn as you can without losing the back.
@@62saki91 that's fair for the track, but when you're on a bike with no intention on leaning that far, why would you put your feet like that? I've never seen anyone put their feet like that on pegs. I also don't see how you can be mad at the bike, for your own stupidity.
I think you responded well. Thanks for repping us 😂😂
Lol. Thanks, brotha!
I’m, I HATE the kickstand on my Deluxe. It ALWAYS feels like it’s gonna go over.
YES!!
The main one I've ever really noticed is the helmet tbh, but I'm in Texas so they're allowed. Unfortunately, that's been the cause for the last couple of deaths in my town. I've had some not waive back, but I've also gotten that from sport bikes and cafe's, so it's def the rider. Good stuff man
Just started thinking about buying my first bike so have been watching videos. I came across yours and I legit know where you live (as non-creepy sounding as possible). Nice videos!
Lol. Hit me up on IG if you wanna ride! @jonsmotogarage
@@JonsMotoGarage Thanks man, appreciate the offer. I'm looking at taking a safety course first and wading through the "best bike for a beginner" wormhole on the internet!
@@Bartalbe 🤜🤛
Did anyone notice that when he did the wheelie that he was leaking fuel and not just a little bit but a decent amount of it and it was probably hitting the exhaust system that's the problem with staying carbureted on most of the Harley Davidson lineup.
Yeah, she leaks alright. There's a fix for it. I just haven't gotten around to doing it. 🤙
I love harleys but I'll tell you what if your bike got 2 wheels and an engine it's a good bike all bikes have their place
I get tired of yammie noob and his clout chasing. Genuine content is always much better. That’s why I follow Jon and not yammie anymore
Hi, I’m on a 2007 Triumph T 100 (bought new, only owner). I’ve seen D/bags on all kinds of bikes. The worst guy I saw riding without the proper attire was on a Honda Goldwing. The worst attitude I encountered was a fellow Triumph rider. He insinuated my Triumph wasn’t “ a real Triumph” because it wasn’t made before 1983. Laugh at the haters, embrace the brothers and sisters!
I've never watched that dude's videos. The not smiling thing I see quite often near me. I run into a lot of riders who rode other brands for decades but now all of a sudden their HDs have become the ONLY bike to have, as if all those others never existed.
Funny the last video I watched was you learning to drift with Dom and then seeing the intro, you’re a beast already lol
Still lots of room for improvement, but we're making progress. Thanks, brotha!
Dwelling on those clichees is just fun - especially if you don´t ride a Harley. I had some close range encounters with Harley guys. Those dudes invited me to have a drink (non alcoholic as it was at a break on a tour). On a trucker festival a group of them occupied a table. They immetiadely spotted me as an ADV rider and made room for me to join. So many of them seem to be really cool people. As for the riding style: They bought the bike for a reason. Why hurry when you got the time.
A broad smile or grin seems to be universal to real motorcyclists regardless of the bike´s brand. Sometimes it looks out of place when you park the bike, dismount and proceed to walk to your home with a broad grin and all soaking wet in a heavy downpour.
Whatever bike you ride, just be you. I doubt anyone really gives a poo and we all need to lighten up and just chill.
You speak truth! 🤜🤛🤙
@@JonsMotoGarage love your channel as you keep it real and you do amazing wheelies.
Well said sir! Keep the shiny side up M8ty!
i have highway pegs on my harley because its a dresser and long rides do get a little toasty lmao
Just a theory on HDs going slow through twisty roads. I live in the Appalachian mountains and I think (not confirmed) the slow HD riders I encounter I believe always wanted to ride a motorcycle. Now they are middle aged and have never ridden a bike or haven't ridden in years. They don't want to be picked on for being a new rider and know that owning a Harley automatically puts you in a protected club. They also paid mega bucks for the bike plus lots of add ons and don't yet have the skill to handle the bike so they are overly cautious on technical roads. This isn't a put down, just a theory. I believe you should ride what you enjoy know your limits. I've seen some HDs on the Dragon hanging with GXRs and R6s. But usually the bikes duck waddling 5mph in the hair pins are the brand new Road Kings.
Certain Harley's have that "duck Waddling' It was explained to me the ones that have the rear motor mounts and swing arm bushing as one piece are the ones that do it.
i have 4 harleys too in my garage and none of them leak oil, idk why people always say they do
Insightful honest answers about Harley Davidson‘s and their riders. Thanks Jon, I learned a few things after all who invented the V twin motorcycle oh that’s right Glenn Curtis.
This Old 69 year old has ridden Honda''s ,Yamaha's and Harley's without helmet until the state I live in is law. I still ride my 83 FXWG when I can. Good video!
I am 6'4. I love forward controls on long rides so I can walk when I get off the bike.
Hey Jon, my Bolt does that with the kick stand too. At first I thought some bolts had come loose, lol. But nope .... it's a fact of life for the heavier Yamaha's too. So no biggy there.
The Wave,.... Sheesh, I get and give waves at 65 mph a lot , while I'm leaned over in a corner, all the time. It puts more meaning into the brotherhood we have, especially when people behind us see us doing that..... then they have to explain to their 6 yr old .... and said son..... isn't really listening to dad. He's eye-balls to the action of 8 of us passing within 3 feet of each other at 65 in a corner, left hand down at 4 o'clock, thinking ... "Cooooollll..."..... Dad's thinking ...ugghh, now what's gonna crop up at the dinner table .... lol. Truthe be told.... around here, the sporties have seen us V twin riders doing it , and it's catching hold, and now more of them are dropping a low-five to me in corners and straight-aways. Frankly, the ones that don't are riding two up, or they are getting used to their new bagger, ( most of them are SGS or RGS ,even some ultra limited's). I digress,
Mostly,....I really think Yam's pushing for the ATGATT method for everyone, If I gotta wear gear , everyone should.
But at the Same Time... If I drop a low 5, why can't they..... Yam, I don't think its snobbishness.... it might just well be skill level.....?? Ya?
Stay Safe Y'all, Ciao.
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I come from a Harley biased family, but that doesn't mean we don't ride Guzzis, Yama-hamas, Hondas, or whatever. I ride my Harley daily, and, yes, I will flex... on anybody; bike, cage, doesn't matter. Not because it's a Harley, but because it's a bad mofo and I've put alot of work into it. It's about being a biker and having fun, period. I'm not offended by anyone's small-minded opinion on my character based on my bike any more than I am when they do it based on my skin color. It makes about as much sense and accomplishes just as much. We don't need more division amongst us. Let's just get out there, have fun, be safe, and leave some goddamn rubber on the road!
Well said, my dude! 👏
Lol. Offended. That’s a Harley rider thing too.
If you had to choose one bike... harley or super moto ..iam currently looking for a bike and cant decide between the 2 ..not new to riding just new to the streets been riding the dirt about 25 years now lol
I have to say, out here in CO... 9 out of 10 Harleys are not wearing a helmet
Hallelujah Jon! This is proof that shaving your balls makes you stupid! My Harleys don’t leak, I wave at any bike and I smile ear to ear while cruising on my Harley.
lol
What's the bag you got hanging off your left rear swingarm bro ?
Last thing (sorry for the comment spam), I flex on my dad (softtail rider) on my new XSR pretty hard yesterday and he was sure to point out that my motorcycle was 'just too tall' numerous times after.
Lol. Tall or not, I'm a big fan of the xsr. That's also rad that you and the old man ride together. 🤜🤛 🏍
@@JonsMotoGarage ironically you make wheelies look so simple on that Dyna when I'm struggling to get the front end on this up a smidgen on what is a wheelie machine.
Yeah, I rip on him a lot, but it's for a decades-long making fun of my rider choices.
I had an xsr 700 a few months back - had a blast ripping around on it. Kind of scary how easily the wheel comes up if you're not careful. If possible, mess around with the wheelies on a pit bike or honda grom. 🤙
The only reason I’d buy a Harley is because they look/sound awesome doing donuts, that’s about it
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I've ridden up on a Kawasaki Ninja and had a guy ask about it, then say "Well, I'm sure if you save up a bit you can get into a real bike"
I've pulled up to a Harley Dealership (was trying to offload a HD gift card I had no use for) and the salesman asked "Heya, ready to get into a real bike?"
Yeah, those douches think anything not HD doesn't count.
One thing is for sure about Harley riders in my area... they are old. I'm 51 and just bought my first HD at 50. The youngest guy I ride with in my neighborhood is 70!
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Great video enjoyed you forgot the one about let's ride to the Harley shop by $50 black T-shirt with no pocket
Never paid over $36 with a pocket lol
I've had 3 Harley's in past 15 years and not leaked a drop of oil. The two bikes I sold were in top notch condition as well. And did have a breakdown once which turned out to be a wire that came off under the seat. Zero mechanical issues. You get a 1978 Harley and you might have some leaks.
I've never had a problem with the kickstand of any Harley I've owned. Some flex some don't. I've seen Honda owners that think only Hondas are good bikes too. Some Harley riders won't wave, but most do. I know I do. But then again Yammie trashes lots of bikes, and then a while later he buys 1 that he said was no good.
I wave for the fun of it. why not.
Only Harley I’ve had with kickstand issues is my 92 fxrp (known issue) all others are solid. My fav is the touring kickstand for its ease of maintenance
@@John_shepard Yes the Touring kickstands are also easier to reach with your foot than the ones on Dynas.👍🏻😎
As an owner of HDs for 22 years, and still a current owner, I thought Yammie Noob nailed it. Almost 100%. It’s not that all items apply to each and every HD rider… but enough to make me nod my head in agreement.
Two things that weren’t mentioned, well… okay, more like 3:
1) The rider on the Bagger who’s puts in a stereo system with more power than his engine. 🙄
2) The HD owner who picks pipes because it makes a better sound. (But more often than not, reduces HP or torque.) 🤷🏼♂️
3) The rider with the new pipes who wants everyone to know he has a cool sounding bike and isn’t ashamed to broadcast it… OVER the blaring stereo. Cracking the throttle repeatedly at just about every populated intersection or while cruising down a commercial street. Add in the aggressive downshifting to get the pops going. I wish they would just buy themselves another fashion leather jacket, with “Look at me! I’m a special boy!!!”, printed on the back. 🧏♂️
I rarely see this behavior from the long distance HD riders, but mostly by the in-town “Shine ‘n Show” rider.
Rant done. 🤣✌🏻
"all Harley's leak oil"
"Nah, just about 50%"
I thought I was the only one that caught that 😂
Because 50% of the owners don't have an inch pound torque wrench
Instant thumbs up on that wheelie! That’s some serious balance and control. How long have you been riding for?!
Thanks, my dude! I bought my first bike at 18 (32 now), but didn't start learning wheelies until 2 years ago. 👌
I ride a XR1200. It was originally made for the European market. Plastic gas tank, rear sets, inverted forks, ram air and a bunch of leftover Buell parts. A perfect South Florida bike. I ride with sportbikes and Harley guys that our into performance. The XR is probably the most hated Harley. A lot of them went straight to the racetrack. People who bought them got rid of them.