My father came home from Vietnam in 1968 to nothing. His parents thought he would never come back so they sold all his belongings. He had a 1968 BSA and rode it from Michigan to Alaska to work on the Cook Inlet on an exploratory drill rig. His story’s about the trip and the work are epic. Wish he had a go pro camera in those days.
When I was younger I made the run your making and many others. Sometime alone, sometime with a gal on the back, sometimes with friend or two and others with my dad riding next to me. Slept on the ground at night and rode all day long. My bikes have sat in a shec for few years because the needs of my kids, work and agings parents always put them too far down the list. Sadly I list my old man last year and the last time I rode was next my best friend at the front of his funeral procession. Thanks for being who you are and reminding me of who I was. Enjoy it while you can! Life is too short to miss having a little adventure. If you are ever in Wesley Chapel and need a pick up, loaner tool or a shop to wrench in hit me up.
Pop ride with us. I carried his ashes in my saddlebags. No regrets here when my kids finish growing up me and the wife will buy a geezer wing and hit the road again. Have fun guys.
Got married in 84' ...promised my new bride to give up riding, for her peace of mind. Thirty years later got back on a bike and been riding again, since 2014...I'm 63 now. Keep on riding, my friend...life's too short.
I just bought my first Harley Dyna Low Rider 1689cc bike last week for my 52nd birthday. We need to check these things off our list before it's too late Kristoffer... You're NEXT!
Brandon Henderson it's absolutely the only way to ride! Ya gotta try it sometime. Jockey shifting feels quite natural, and is not as fightening as you may think. I've taught many of my buds to ride 'em 40 years for me on jockeys. (does that make me old??) :P
I think I’ve seen this video probably 5-10 times. It’s such a comfort video. Due to financial issues, I had to sell both my motorcycles and haven’t rode in a few years, but every so often I’ll come back to this video to kind of be reminded of how amazing riding truly is.
To quote a wise man: You can go anywhere you want on anything you want. Just how far, fast, and in how much comfort is up to you. And the difference between disaster and adventure is in the attitude. Great Vid!
Is there anything more "American" than building your own bike, then going on a multi state road trip with your friends? Fkn epic! Well done brother, you checked off alot of goals this year. PS thanks for doing this in one video.
Shadetree, I’ve watched this episode three times and it never gets old. This is the essence of what riding is all about; friends, beer, good times and the road. Hope to one day build a bike of my own. Thanks for inspiration.
Alcohol has absolutely nothing to do with riding. And if you think it does you're the worst kind of rider there is. Putting yourself and your whole group in danger just so you can feel cool.
I know what you mean. I'm in NY and I have driven in rain and 10 degree weather. Yet my chicken shit boys won't ride to Daytona with me. It gets hotter as you keep going wtf they want.
Dude I just found your channel. It’s awesome. I love the fact that it’s real world shit and not 50k baggers that a normal guy can’t afford. Thanks for keeping it real!
I’ve been looking for this video for a WEEK now. 3 years ago I watched this and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I wanted to ride a motorcycle because of this video. I bought my first motorcycle july 2023 because of this video. Now I don’t have to dream about it anymore Im living it!
I love how josh was talking about all these badass bikes you get to see at fests like this but i guarantee there were several people who looked at his chopper thinkin “damn you don’t get to see that every day”
Holy shit there are almost no cars on those roads. I envy that. Also, I think those old machines just work better when they are used. Like, if you don't use them they get all crappy, don't start and throw tantrums. Awesome trip.
dmaxcustom keeps the tolerances in check! Theses motors are built pretty loose since they’re air cooled and stuff will get stuck and settle weird if they aren’t regularly cycled around and expanded and contracted
The group of friends you have are amazing, I'm truly envious. Thank you for the time and effort you put into every video, and the entertainment you've provided since the beginning.
I love this kind of video. You have customized a bike to make it your own. It's much more "cool" than anything you can buy off a showroom floor. I need to do this. My bike won't be anything like this, with endless possibilities, some imagination and ingenuity, you can have your own custom rolling art. You have a masterpiece.
Righteous man! Nothing can compare to eating bugs with your best friends. I'm several decades older than you and I can promise that these are the memories that will never leave you. I used to ride with a buddy rocking a peanut tank; we saw the country in one hour hops. Awesome times.
Man it warms my heart to see you loving my hometown on talladega. It was such an unexpected treat to see you eat Mexican food at that spot. Always delicious!
Well I just binge watched the entire build in two days after just discovering the channel. Good shit man. My woman hates me because I won't stop saying what's up weirdos. Awesome job brother.
I rode my 1947 Whish Bone Framed HD with a 74 cubic in shovel head from Minot ND in 1992, I took my time and it took me seven days to do the ride. She rode hard but she was cool. I miss her so. Keep riding.
"One small kick for man, one GIANT kick for fat dirtbags everywhere." This one. This was the video that caught my eye and brought me to the channel. I've probably watched well over 16 hours of your content so far, including the full chopper build series. You seem like a really swell dude and the soul behind every video you make really captivated me. In short, you inspire me, man. If I ever visit Florida again I owe you a beer. Kudos from Brazil. Keep it weird.
Y'know, I put a message on here a while back, moaning about how heavy your content had become on the chop build. Coz it didn't interest me. You put up a civilized, calm explanation of why - time available/day job/deadline etc. So I (kind of) stuck with it. Albeit reluctantly. But HEY! You did it!! Watching your personal triumph and happiness made all those hours of watching you polish and fettle stuff worthwhile. Good job lad!!!! Sense of achievement well earned. (Just to be a little bit grumpy, I still hate that bike, it totally does not do it for me - but that matters not one single fuck, flying or otherwise - it's YOUR bike, built to YOUR dream. You loved it, hated it, built it then got to know it on the road. As you Amurican folk like to say -Awesome!!) Great job fella!
Barber Vintage should be on every motorcyclists bucket list. I've been several times and prefer Barber to Daytona. The swap meet is epic so I always take my pickup truck because I score so many parts. Bring cash and your shopping list. If you have deep pockets the auction is cool. Barber is now the largest motorcycle museum in the world so reserve at least a FULL day just for the museum, more if you're a serious enthusiast because it's packed. The basement machine shop has tours and a couple hundred machines awaiting restoration.
I rode my 72 Shovelhead all over and it has never broke down on me ever. Bradenton to New Orleans and back is my longest ride on it. Bradenton to Key West and back seems like about the same distance. I like your rode trip videos they are some of the best I have watched.
Weather was great last week. I left Riverview Wednesday at 6:30 AM and rode to Deals Gap. Left there Thursday morning and rode 28 to Walhalla SC and then rode home. Got back Friday at 5:00 AM. Wore me out. You've got balls the size of coconuts for doing that ride on a hardtail. 🤣
Yeah. Especially when I ran over some road kill in Valdosta. Stopped at the Florida welcome center and there was a piece of meat hanging off the bottom of the bike. Got rid of that but then the bike was cooking the "juices" all the way home. It didn't smell as good as you might think.
Fantastic!! Having watched this bike build and all you’ve been through.... I’m really proud of you man! That’s what trips were like in the 70s early 80s! Well, except no one wore capris while riding Ducatis LOL 😂
A good friend of mine used to take rides like that when he was young. He often had a saying; $20,000 and 2,000 miles doesn't make you a biker. He's gone now, but he would have fit right in with you guys ! I sure miss that guy ! RIP. Butch !!
Now this is a guy I could have a beer with. This vid has been sitting in my recommended for a while and I regret not watching it sooner. Stuff like this reminds me why I want a bike
Binged today by rewatching all the chopper build videos. This series was hugely fun to see again with all of Josh’s suffering while he learned and progressed to be able to do more and more along the way. A lowly cafe racer becomes a classic old school chopper that immediately goes on a 1,200 mile trip. Josh is triumphant oh hell yes!
tomorrow morning I am taking my 1986 Suzuki VS700 ratchopper, I built myself, on its first 3 day roadtrip... This video made me wanne go this evening!! :D
Epic as FCUK! BADASS journey. So freaking cool building this and taking this journey. There ain't enough bread and peanut butter in this country for all the jelly I am. Great content
When I was still in the Navy stationed in Norfolk Va. back in the mid 1970's, I owned and rode a 1948 EL Panhead jockey shift chopper. About twice a year I rode it home to Delray beach and back to Virginia on leave. Almost a 2000 mile round trip. I maintained it well and never had a problem. Also back then, parts of I-95 weren't completed and you had to do a bit of two lane secondary roads also. It is good to see young people doing this and actually riding. Also I am over 60 and still ride a Panhead, this one I built from scratch five years ago. It's a 1949 EL tank-shift foot clutch. I also own a 1968 XLH, a 1996 Road King and a 2019 Low Rider. My favorite bike? The Panhead. None of them are garage queens, I ride every day in Florida.
This as got to be the coolest roadtrip vids I've ever seen on RUclips ever... I normally skip long vids but I enjoyed every minute.You should be proud you did it on a bike you built albeit with good friends ..... look forward to your next trip , more pizza and beer please. Ride safe buddy 👊
One thing I love about the harley near me in Minnesota is I had a Honda shadow that needed new crush gaskets. I called everywhere local to me no one had them. Indian refused to look even though I had the part with me. They just wouldn’t do it. Last ditch effort I went to a Harley dealership thinking the would just laugh in my face. The guys back there tore up their back room looking for a crush gasket my size. Unfortunately they couldn’t find one. But that level of dedication is the reason why I sold my Honda shadow and bought a Harley.
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you're a bad ass just for riding 1200 miles with those handlebars
@paul beenis - no, sweetheart. It means you got balls. It means you have guts. It means you're not afraid.
@@d.s7741 I COULD ride with those handlebars. but I wont. just stupid tbh
@@d.s7741 yeah having the guts driving such an ugly ass bike with those handle bars
If you think riding with those handlebars are badass, you probably deserve to stick to a grom
And looking at those kids bicycle handgrips from the 60s for 1200 miles is just ,well just scary.
“His bike isn’t old it’s just shitty” words of a wise man
look who's talking
After market ignition and carb and who knows what else ? Nothing original about this.
Yeah, that's why Harleys of any year and condition are worth something.
Lol
My father came home from Vietnam in 1968 to nothing. His parents thought he would never come back so they sold all his belongings. He had a 1968 BSA and rode it from Michigan to Alaska to work on the Cook Inlet on an exploratory drill rig. His story’s about the trip and the work are epic. Wish he had a go pro camera in those days.
that might be the coolest shit ive ever heard
Legend.
When I was younger I made the run your making and many others. Sometime alone, sometime with a gal on the back, sometimes with friend or two and others with my dad riding next to me. Slept on the ground at night and rode all day long. My bikes have sat in a shec for few years because the needs of my kids, work and agings parents always put them too far down the list. Sadly I list my old man last year and the last time I rode was next my best friend at the front of his funeral procession. Thanks for being who you are and reminding me of who I was. Enjoy it while you can! Life is too short to miss having a little adventure. If you are ever in Wesley Chapel and need a pick up, loaner tool or a shop to wrench in hit me up.
Some of my best cross country treks were alone. Instant new adventures...
You amazing person
Sorry for your loss brother
Dude I’m sorry for all you had to go through
Pop ride with us. I carried his ashes in my saddlebags. No regrets here when my kids finish growing up me and the wife will buy a geezer wing and hit the road again. Have fun guys.
I did three states in 1972 on my chopper, my back was never the same.
And you been pissing blood ever since.
@@dutchvanderlinde3256 haaaaaaaaaa! Yea, I remember one day I lifted my ass to late over railroad tracks, I think I broke some teeth.
timmy tool try chiropractor they might help
@@dutchvanderlinde3256LOL I was only 20, but I took a beating for sure!
@@bingobandit lol!!!!!!!!!!
I sold my last motorcycle in '87, thirty some odd years later, you've just rekindled an old man's fires.
WELCOME BACK BRO! RIDE ON I'M A YOUNG MAN AT 67 SO MAYBE ONEDAY WE CAN CHUGG A FEW BEERS BE SAFE! RIDE ON
Got married in 84' ...promised my new bride to give up riding, for her peace of mind. Thirty years later got back on a bike and been riding again, since 2014...I'm 63 now. Keep on riding, my friend...life's too short.
1989, here. Wish I still had the F7 *buzz bomb.*
@Geezer65 what kind of bike did you end up getting?
@@grabagatakaflacotaco1606 - Will eventually be a 4 cylinder Goldwing. money, money, money.
This is literally my dream. Road trips with the boys, drinking beer, getting hammered.
Follow your dreams Kristoffer...before its too late and they get too far away...Follow them while you can...
@@lwc2009 thank you for that advice.
I just bought my first Harley Dyna Low Rider 1689cc bike last week for my 52nd birthday. We need to check these things off our list before it's too late Kristoffer... You're NEXT!
Yea but unfortunately guys like is probably do t have the time due to complaining wife and not full of cash
As my dad would say if your getting hammered and riding a bike your a fucking idiot!
A ride like that after just finishing up a motorcycle, you sir are a legend!
It was a roll of the dice but it worked out lol
Yep!
@@shadetreesurgeon where is the clutch lever
@@brandonhenderson2960 looks like a foot clutch and jockey shift set up, cool looking but not for me
Brandon Henderson it's absolutely the only way to ride!
Ya gotta try it sometime. Jockey shifting feels quite natural, and is not as fightening as you may think. I've taught many of my buds to ride 'em
40 years for me on jockeys. (does that make me old??) :P
I think I’ve seen this video probably 5-10 times. It’s such a comfort video. Due to financial issues, I had to sell both my motorcycles and haven’t rode in a few years, but every so often I’ll come back to this video to kind of be reminded of how amazing riding truly is.
“We got drunk and the cops showed up...” I couldn’t be more proud!
To quote a wise man: You can go anywhere you want on anything you want. Just how far, fast, and in how much comfort is up to you. And the difference between disaster and adventure is in the attitude. Great Vid!
I’m from Grand Prairie Alberta Canada great video really enjoyed it. I’m 67 years old. Makes me want to go out there and do it one more time.
Is there anything more "American" than building your own bike, then going on a multi state road trip with your friends? Fkn epic! Well done brother, you checked off alot of goals this year. PS thanks for doing this in one video.
Also stopping at 5 places for beer along the way
It's cool but not uniquely American to go on a trip on a home made jalopy.
garage built bikes rule!!!!!
@@rvyyvn drinking and driving is illegal dude
Wish I lived in the USA
3:06 I almost had a stroke on how relatable that early morning going to have some fun feeling is
Me toooo.
Shadetree,
I’ve watched this episode three times and it never gets old. This is the essence of what riding is all about; friends, beer, good times and the road. Hope to one day build a bike of my own. Thanks for inspiration.
Alcohol has absolutely nothing to do with riding. And if you think it does you're the worst kind of rider there is. Putting yourself and your whole group in danger just so you can feel cool.
@@billhedrick17 It isn't about alcohol and riding, it's about riding somewhere and consuming alcohol.
@@FeatheredDinoYes sir if yer a real man you should be able to have 1-2 beers and still be under the legal limit 💪
I love your videos man coming from Texas all walks of life watch your videos
THE LEGEND
SHADE TREE
This made my day. I totally get it.
No cup holders, stereos, GPS bullshit! Riding with friends and kicking it old school.
10-4
Apart from the go-pro on his head and the smartphone strapped to the headlight....
@@andrewfurniss8944 if it wasn't for that, we would not be able to "tag along" , now would we?
but he’s got gps on his bike... and he’s riding with headphones in...
"florida man accidentially grows a shock absorber on his butt after riding 1200 miles on an hardtail"
lol
They call those hemorrhoids
Lol. That’s pretty funny.
How bout a polinodal cyst on your tail bone?
No shock absorber pants on any rod
That is the very definition of a great time. On the road with friends, using motorbikes, and good weather - to die for.
I need friends like these.
All my long distance bike trips are solo missions
you happen to be in cali?
same i hate long trips alone you get bored and fall asleep
Mike Adler same i usually fall a sleep while driving
I wish i had friends
I know what you mean. I'm in NY and I have driven in rain and 10 degree weather. Yet my chicken shit boys won't ride to Daytona with me. It gets hotter as you keep going wtf they want.
Dude I just found your channel. It’s awesome. I love the fact that it’s real world shit and not 50k baggers that a normal guy can’t afford. Thanks for keeping it real!
This man knows what he is talking about
Keep the Japanese bikes out of this child
I’ve been looking for this video for a WEEK now. 3 years ago I watched this and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I wanted to ride a motorcycle because of this video. I bought my first motorcycle july 2023 because of this video. Now I don’t have to dream about it anymore Im living it!
Its watching stuff like this which makes me want to have friends lmao
i feel you
Not many millennials have friends.
@@Balithazzarr im way to old to be one of those bud.
@@SirJimOfBob how old I'm 35
@@Balithazzarr hmmm turns out I didnt really know what one was Ive just looked it up and yeah id be classed as one.
80 miles out of a tank of petrol. Jeez, my bladder holds more than that! Well done. Only way to test your bike is ride it👍
This is the first video of good ole Shade Tree I ever came across on RUclips, Ive been a fan ever since
Dude great view with this camera. I felt like I was sitting in your beard for the whole ride. 👍
that handlebar is like me riding on a scooter as a kid only using the steering pole and not the handlebars.
I love how josh was talking about all these badass bikes you get to see at fests like this but i guarantee there were several people who looked at his chopper thinkin “damn you don’t get to see that every day”
Holy shit there are almost no cars on those roads. I envy that.
Also, I think those old machines just work better when they are used. Like, if you don't use them they get all crappy, don't start and throw tantrums.
Awesome trip.
Very true
Its true, carbs gum up after a while of just sitting. Batteries can go dead if there is a drain on the battery, oil rings, seals dry out.
Ya they're also straight as a fucking arrow 🤣
dmaxcustom keeps the tolerances in check! Theses motors are built pretty loose since they’re air cooled and stuff will get stuck and settle weird if they aren’t regularly cycled around and expanded and contracted
That thing would be pretty much undrivable on busy roads or anywhere else that requires frequent gear changes.
42 years of riding the 650 chopper brings back memories you rode what you could afford to ride. Being a poor boy from the past i feel you bro.
This dude is so damn friendly. Gotta love the energy that he emits is just wholesome goodness. Haha subbed. 🤙
Bikes do that, just like guns seem scary till you're at the range. Or really generally it's hard to be mad when you're doing your hobby.
The group of friends you have are amazing, I'm truly envious. Thank you for the time and effort you put into every video, and the entertainment you've provided since the beginning.
"character building experience..." yep and friends being there for ya. way to go.
This friend group is something out of a show or a movie. They do not look like they would be friends but here they are road tripping. It’s beautiful.
I love this kind of video. You have customized a bike to make it your own. It's much more "cool" than anything you can buy off a showroom floor. I need to do this. My bike won't be anything like this, with endless possibilities, some imagination and ingenuity, you can have your own custom rolling art. You have a masterpiece.
Thanks man :)
And everyone told me I was crazy for doing 2500 miles on a stock 05 sportster. Love it Josh you're a badass
Dime City Cycles are the Bee's Knees for everything. I spent a lot of money with them when I rode Hondas
6:43 - There is something magical about kickstarting an old school chopper! Love it mate :)
So cool to see this from you starting this build all the way through this trip. Thanks for taking us all along.
I couldn't be the only one expecting to hear "KICK IT!" In the intro, I'm so used to hearing it after the guitar
Rayden Kreps you definitely aren’t 😂
😂
If you're starving, a gas station hotdog will save your life. Just sayin'
Or end it.
And you know this...man!!!
just stop by Gas Station Encounters and steal a fresh sandwich or ten _ she gone !!
And then you are leaving a trail of shit behind you
I call them Death Dogs lol
The vintage bikes, the scenery, the music, the friendship and journey looks so f’n amazing! 🎸🤟
No one:
Absolutely NO ONE:
The handlebars: / \
:DDd thanks for the laughs dude
They arent any worse than 18” ape hangers.. actually that bend was pretty standard back in the 70s and 80s
I'd prefer handlebar size of my shoulder
Shut up, that shit is annoying.
Stop the “no one” comments.
A trip you will remember forever on a bike you built that's priceless!!
This is what America is all about. Adventures with your family.
WOW, I can't even go 50 miles straight on a hardtail 'without stopping and giving my bony ass a rest; dude you a BAD ASS. I bow to you..
Dime City cycles is one of the sites I'd always check first when I needed parts for my cb750 and now have more respect for them
Righteous man! Nothing can compare to eating bugs with your best friends. I'm several decades older than you and I can promise that these are the memories that will never leave you. I used to ride with a buddy rocking a peanut tank; we saw the country in one hour hops. Awesome times.
Just passed my bike license last weekend, haven't bought a bike yet, but this video is straight up inspiration!
Hell yeah man get it 😎
Just dont let anyone tell you what bike to get. You need to find something you will be comfy on and wont be bored on. Ride on brotha
Did you get one? I want to go get my licenses
i got a bike no liscense n no classes cause of the corona but fk it i ride go for it man!!!!
Update: Got one, love it. Haven't had any accidents yet, feeling confident and my skill is increasing with every ride. It is true freedom.
These guys are heart with their different motorcycles on the open road
I got half way through this video and realized I'd already watched it, .. so I just enjoyed watching the rest of it again!
Style before function. Gotta look good at the side of the road when it breaks down ;D
It's always the first or last 5 miles where shit starts going crazy!
Anyhow, awesome trip! Thanks for sharing with us!
I don't ride bikes. But I like bikes. I like watching guys build bikes. Thanks for taking us along for the journey. I enjoyed the trip.
I just bought my 1st bike and can’t wait to have adventures like this with my friends
who needs to see smug mugs on expensive machines .silverback on a shed built for me !well done big guy😁
I quit riding on the street years ago, but I still race dirt bikes at 55. I enjoy watching ya'll who still road dog it.
I love seeing more than just Harley Davidson even though I ride one I also like riding my dirt bikes
I knew I knew that bike. I saw y'all riding through columbus. Absolutely beautiful crew of bikes. Keep up the great content!
Man it warms my heart to see you loving my hometown on talladega. It was such an unexpected treat to see you eat Mexican food at that spot. Always delicious!
Well I just binge watched the entire build in two days after just discovering the channel. Good shit man. My woman hates me because I won't stop saying what's up weirdos. Awesome job brother.
Love how the carborator is just out there
Cold air induction for sure.
I rode my 1947 Whish Bone Framed HD with a 74 cubic in shovel head from Minot ND in 1992, I took my time and it took me seven days to do the ride. She rode hard but she was cool. I miss her so. Keep riding.
I have personally worked on some of the vehicles at Barber's - If you haven't been there - go, it's worth it if you are any kind of gearhead.
29:57 This clip brought a huge involuntary smile to my face 😁
"One small kick for man, one GIANT kick for fat dirtbags everywhere."
This one. This was the video that caught my eye and brought me to the channel. I've probably watched well over 16 hours of your content so far, including the full chopper build series. You seem like a really swell dude and the soul behind every video you make really captivated me. In short, you inspire me, man. If I ever visit Florida again I owe you a beer.
Kudos from Brazil. Keep it weird.
Bikes, beers, and bro's. You're going to have a great time. Jealous!!
And then STDs
I bet the “character building” was helped by riding in the dark, in the rain, with no front mud guard ! Awesome.
I've done a few lap around Barber a few times, even met the owner, Mr. Barber. Top notch facility.
Y'know, I put a message on here a while back, moaning about how heavy your content had become on the chop build. Coz it didn't interest me.
You put up a civilized, calm explanation of why - time available/day job/deadline etc.
So I (kind of) stuck with it. Albeit reluctantly.
But HEY! You did it!! Watching your personal triumph and happiness made all those hours of watching you polish and fettle stuff worthwhile.
Good job lad!!!!
Sense of achievement well earned.
(Just to be a little bit grumpy, I still hate that bike, it totally does not do it for me - but that matters not one single fuck, flying or otherwise - it's YOUR bike, built to YOUR dream. You loved it, hated it, built it then got to know it on the road. As you Amurican folk like to say -Awesome!!)
Great job fella!
God I can't wait to get a bike, I have been dreaming of getting my first harley for so long now its finally gonna happen this coming summer
I hope you are finally riding that Harley you've been dreaming of!
@C .LaFlames huh
Did u get your bike??
Did you get the bike? How are you liking it?
Give us an update bro!
Barber Vintage should be on every motorcyclists bucket list. I've been several times and prefer Barber to Daytona. The swap meet is epic so I always take my pickup truck because I score so many parts. Bring cash and your shopping list. If you have deep pockets the auction is cool. Barber is now the largest motorcycle museum in the world so reserve at least a FULL day just for the museum, more if you're a serious enthusiast because it's packed. The basement machine shop has tours and a couple hundred machines awaiting restoration.
Every time you start that chopper the exhaust barks “HELL YEAH!!!”
I've watched this video like 3 times and I enjoy it every time. Makes me want to get on my bike and go some where.
I rode my 72 Shovelhead all over and it has never broke down on me ever. Bradenton to New Orleans and back is my longest ride on it. Bradenton to Key West and back seems like about the same distance. I like your rode trip videos they are some of the best I have watched.
I want that bike. That blue and the 70s vibe I'm in love.
Get in line, pal!
@@dutchvanderlinde3256 yeah the nerve of this guy 🙄
Living the freakin dream dude, living the freakin dream.
Love this vlog, thanks for having us all along on your epic journey.
I'm a 54 old dude riding for 45 years i have a 2003 500 vulcan and its cool as hell got it after i got out of the navy
You weren't riding at 9 fuckin lmfao
Weather was great last week. I left Riverview Wednesday at 6:30 AM and rode to Deals Gap. Left there Thursday morning and rode 28 to Walhalla SC and then rode home. Got back Friday at 5:00 AM. Wore me out. You've got balls the size of coconuts for doing that ride on a hardtail. 🤣
That sounds like an epic run man
Yeah. Especially when I ran over some road kill in Valdosta. Stopped at the Florida welcome center and there was a piece of meat hanging off the bottom of the bike. Got rid of that but then the bike was cooking the "juices" all the way home. It didn't smell as good as you might think.
Fantastic!! Having watched this bike build and all you’ve been through.... I’m really proud of you man! That’s what trips were like in the 70s early 80s! Well, except no one wore capris while riding Ducatis LOL 😂
A good friend of mine used to take rides like that when he was young. He often had a saying; $20,000 and 2,000 miles doesn't make you a biker. He's gone now, but he would have fit right in with you guys !
I sure miss that guy ! RIP. Butch !!
Coming from a fellow hardtail rider....congratulations!!!! I know that feeling....hope you get to experience it again!!!! 👍👍👍
Great trip. It didn’t feel like 40min long at all. I heard the outcue music, and I was a little disappointed it was over.
Now this is a guy I could have a beer with. This vid has been sitting in my recommended for a while and I regret not watching it sooner. Stuff like this reminds me why I want a bike
Ayyyy 24:44 the off the ranch theme music.
Hope y'all know who that is.
Corb Y gotta love Matt
Corb Y brings a good feelin
Fuck yee
I thought it was Sister Golden Hair...
Yesir
I think I’ve watched this video all the way through 5 times now, definitely one of my favorite videos!!
Don't say there's no glory in riding back. Yes there is. There's the fact you MADE it to your destination. And home. It's ALL glorious!
Ridin bikes great friends good times that’s what it all about man 🤙🏻
Well it's official you are a genuine highway hero and when you're done patting yourself on the back get started on Jessica's chopper LOL
Binged today by rewatching all the chopper build videos. This series was hugely fun to see again with all of Josh’s suffering while he learned and progressed to be able to do more and more along the way. A lowly cafe racer becomes a classic old school chopper that immediately goes on a 1,200 mile trip. Josh is triumphant oh hell yes!
"1200 miles one-handed"
This mic is amazingly good
tomorrow morning I am taking my 1986 Suzuki VS700 ratchopper, I built myself, on its first 3 day roadtrip... This video made me wanne go this evening!! :D
What a great video. Loved watching this while in lockdown here in the UK.
Epic as FCUK! BADASS journey. So freaking cool building this and taking this journey. There ain't enough bread and peanut butter in this country for all the jelly I am. Great content
When I was still in the Navy stationed in Norfolk Va. back in the mid 1970's, I owned and rode a 1948 EL Panhead jockey shift chopper. About twice a year I rode it home to Delray beach and back to Virginia on leave. Almost a 2000 mile round trip. I maintained it well and never had a problem. Also back then, parts of I-95 weren't completed and you had to do a bit of two lane secondary roads also. It is good to see young people doing this and actually riding. Also I am over 60 and still ride a Panhead, this one I built from scratch five years ago. It's a 1949 EL tank-shift foot clutch. I also own a 1968 XLH, a 1996 Road King and a 2019 Low Rider. My favorite bike? The Panhead. None of them are garage queens, I ride every day in Florida.
Had a smile on my face while watching, respect from the UK brother.
This as got to be the coolest roadtrip vids I've ever seen on RUclips ever... I normally skip long vids but I enjoyed every minute.You should be proud you did it on a bike you built albeit with good friends ..... look forward to your next trip , more pizza and beer please.
Ride safe buddy 👊
One thing I love about the harley near me in Minnesota is I had a Honda shadow that needed new crush gaskets. I called everywhere local to me no one had them. Indian refused to look even though I had the part with me. They just wouldn’t do it. Last ditch effort I went to a Harley dealership thinking the would just laugh in my face. The guys back there tore up their back room looking for a crush gasket my size. Unfortunately they couldn’t find one. But that level of dedication is the reason why I sold my Honda shadow and bought a Harley.
it's not a sketchy hard tail. It's a beautiful and wonderfully made hard tail that needs some ink in a chopper mag!!!
You hardcore weirdo you made it. My hero.