@@jakerivets2249stop it, truckers get notoriety for being the back bone of the country, they’re not the back bone of mx and sx racing. That’s like saying the truck drivers are the unsung heroes of nascar… that’s the easiest job in that field.
Brent really adds a human touch to what is normally not thought about by the average fan. The person who delivers a perfectly prepared bike that gives the the rider the ability to focus on his job, winning. The pressure of keeping Haiden Deegan on the podium race after race is real, yet the man doesn’t show any of it. That shows that his management supports *him*. The big family aspect rings true here.
Had exact thoughts recently. These guys have really struck something. Like you say, just think of the pressure these guys are under and look at the media presence this guy maintains. Almost making it look easy for the Deegan channel and other media interviews. This guy seems to be a natural. Haiden seems to have landed in the right place.
@@RichardR876 I couldn’t agree more. One word left out, though you touched on it well when you said Haiden landed in the right place, thats chemistry. Think about the fact that Haiden has someone he can ask about things a son would have trouble talking about to dad. Don’t get me wrong, Brian is an exemplary father bent on setting his children up for success in life, but the kid is full of questions about life. I think Duffy has the smarts to answer some of those that don’t step on the father figure’s toes. Back to chemistry, how many really talented riders success has suffered when they leave the team that made that success possible. If Haiden and Brian break that bond, by changing teams or a shake-up in personnel, it could happen. Honestly though, I think Brian could pay Duff’s salary to keep them together. Cheers, man. WFO
I really like seeing these videos, definitely a lot of behind the scenes talk. Most people don’t understand what goes on, they just see dirt bikes racing around a track, it’s more than that by far! Haiden is a hard working kid and has a big future ahead of him! Keep up the good work star boys!
As a mechanic i have so much respect for Duff, he always gets the job done and will work himself to death trying. Most people don't see behind the scenes and what all has to happen to make the weekend go smooth, god forbid something major happens like loosing a motor or other main parts cause its way more work on the spot. Even just cleaning up the bike between rounds sucks but to be pro level u got to have a pro level team, U wanna see teamwork watch some top fuel dragster and funny car rebuilds between rounds, that's the ultimate.
Super show What can you say about Duff WOW what a power team with Haiden the chemistry is so real, so Happy for the both of them to share all this Success!!!
Such a humble guy Duff works hard and he is a massive part of Haiden now being a 3 x Champion at 18 years old. I hope he gets a good bonus at the end of the season. Greg 🇬🇧
All that work and Haiden does a burn out on pavement until the engine seizes. Haiden also run the engine against the Rev Limiter when he is in the air.
My question is why In the hell does deegs use that damm scoop tire when it hurts him at times like in the second moto in Vagas. You could see him lose time when he hit the hard pack corners and other parts of the track. It cost Eli every 2nd moto every race .
I am sorry these new race technicians do not know what it was like to have to drive from Orlando to Seattle, tear down the bike disassemble the engine, clean inspect and reassembly. Frame plastics wheels tires yes tires we had to change our own tires, stock your parts that just showed up at the motel, get food the weekend wash and clean the box van, get the oil change in the van, change a flat tire in Minnesota in a foot of snow on the box van on the side of the road. Yes we had fewer races but crisscrossing the country twice a year in weather that no should be out in. Chipping the ice off the ground around the vans tires cause it rain last night and temps dropped to 0 by mourning. I would do it all over again.
Yeah but the level of competition is much closer now so they dial bikes to the micro level. More training and more tweaking the bike. Pretty sure you missed the part of him explaining a routine at his level.
I can’t remember where I saw it, but I watched a video a few years back saying experienced factory mechanics that have championship winning rider can earn over 100k But the vast majority are lucky to be taking home 50k Privateers teams would be paying less Id say These guys aren’t doing it for money
The unsung heroes in the mx scene
Truck drivers
This is the most sung mf that’s not a racer in MX
@@Velocity1401_only because of the deegans YT channel and because of deegan. How many other racers mechanics do you know?
@@jakerivets2249stop it, truckers get notoriety for being the back bone of the country, they’re not the back bone of mx and sx racing. That’s like saying the truck drivers are the unsung heroes of nascar… that’s the easiest job in that field.
@@jamesrobinson2138 Malcolm’s was swap moto live Kenny’s is bill hartle, the Honda team has Johnny o’Mara
Brent really adds a human touch to what is normally not thought about by the average fan. The person who delivers a perfectly prepared bike that gives the the rider the ability to focus on his job, winning. The pressure of keeping Haiden Deegan on the podium race after race is real, yet the man doesn’t show any of it. That shows that his management supports *him*. The big family aspect rings true here.
Had exact thoughts recently. These guys have really struck something. Like you say, just think of the pressure these guys are under and look at the media presence this guy maintains. Almost making it look easy for the Deegan channel and other media interviews. This guy seems to be a natural. Haiden seems to have landed in the right place.
@@RichardR876 I couldn’t agree more. One word left out, though you touched on it well when you said Haiden landed in the right place, thats chemistry. Think about the fact that Haiden has someone he can ask about things a son would have trouble talking about to dad. Don’t get me wrong, Brian is an exemplary father bent on setting his children up for success in life, but the kid is full of questions about life. I think Duffy has the smarts to answer some of those that don’t step on the father figure’s toes. Back to chemistry, how many really talented riders success has suffered when they leave the team that made that success possible. If Haiden and Brian break that bond, by changing teams or a shake-up in personnel, it could happen. Honestly though, I think Brian could pay Duff’s salary to keep them together. Cheers, man. WFO
No Doubt a Huge part of Haiden's rise to the Top !
I really like seeing these videos, definitely a lot of behind the scenes talk. Most people don’t understand what goes on, they just see dirt bikes racing around a track, it’s more than that by far! Haiden is a hard working kid and has a big future ahead of him! Keep up the good work star boys!
Real down to earth guy great fit for Deegan. Wish him the best and he hit the jackpot with Deeg and family.
As a mechanic i have so much respect for Duff, he always gets the job done and will work himself to death trying. Most people don't see behind the scenes and what all has to happen to make the weekend go smooth, god forbid something major happens like loosing a motor or other main parts cause its way more work on the spot. Even just cleaning up the bike between rounds sucks but to be pro level u got to have a pro level team, U wanna see teamwork watch some top fuel dragster and funny car rebuilds between rounds, that's the ultimate.
What a guy!! You can see why Haiden is doing so well with Duffe as his mechanic!! Great podcast Bro💙🙏🏻👌🏻
The wife and I literally cancelled our plans tonight, to stay home and watch this interview. 🔥 👊
Shoutout to your wife for that 🎉😂
Oh… I doubt she wanted that 1/10th as much as she said lol
Unless you were going to see the in-laws.
Really come on your that much of a simp over a 18 year old kid.
??? It’ll be on the tube for ever???😂😂😂
Bruh yall realize you could’ve watched it after lol
Super show What can you say about Duff WOW what a power team with Haiden the chemistry is so real, so Happy for the both of them to share all this Success!!!
Such a humble guy Duff works hard and he is a massive part of Haiden now being a 3 x Champion at 18 years old. I hope he gets a good bonus at the end of the season. Greg 🇬🇧
This guy is the best. Super humble normal Midwest guy. Doesn't seem nervous doing this big job. And he does it easily it seems. A+ human
Haiden has the best mechanic's in the world for sure 💯
Duff being honest and humble! True stand up guy!!! 🤙🏻✊🏻👊🏻
Lots of work being a factory wrench. People discount it. But it’s 7 days full speed ahead.
Looks like you guys take a lot of pride in your work…..the back bone of being a mechanic
I remember looking up to Brian Lunis, Skip Norfolk, and Chad Watts as a kid. These guys are straight Gs
Cool to hear a shoutout to Josh Ellingson. Used to race with him back in the day!
I got to be a practice mechanic for a season. It was a blast, we drove to every AMA outdoor national and supercross. Had a private sx track.
⚡DANGER & DUFFE⚡ #1🤘😎🏁
I was a top level fighter jet mechanic and the things duff is talking about is exactly how it was for us.
I know you bust your hind end but as a mechanic of cars man I’m jealous I love this super cool thanks for sharing duff
Duffe is great! The man behind Deegan.
Man they need a series through the season. You always hear the grind of riders and mechanic but you really don’t see it.
Duffe making Haiden sniff smelling salts on the starting line is the funniest video of the year
Can’t have a failure should’ve talked to him about when haidens bikes blew. But this man kills it perfect mechanic for haiden
Brent, make Haiden take you where ever he goes.... you make that kid what he is
Him and haiden are like Jeremy McGrath and skip Norfolk!!!!!!!!!! Championship dynasty in the making 👑
Agree, same could be said for Jett and Christian
Such a good dude. It’s such an underpaid and hard work job. No time off
Duffe is the man 🔥
It’s crazy how mechanics are overlooked in SMX, like before and after San Fran it was probably hell
Do a Video on cam shaft failures and how KTM has some serious Financial Issues.
Duffe the real 🐐
So it sounds pretty easy, I am an Aircraft mech, we do this plus a lot more before noon, rebuilding jet engines, maintaining aircraft.
My oldest son’s wife went to school with one of the Star mechanics..
Love the Duffe!
For the time and effort those guys put in... I hope they are making at least $110 k a year base salary!
Ant great mechanic ever tell a rider
"You need to win because I'm retiring in 10 years and I'm the best. You better be"
All that work and Haiden does a burn out on pavement until the engine seizes. Haiden also run the engine against the Rev Limiter when he is in the air.
The old steal frame days they would check the frames for stretch as they wouldn't last long in supercross.
Wonder what happened when haidens bike did blow up that time
Fly here fly there How about driving a Box Van from race to race?
Because they’re constantly on a tight schedule and driving is a waste of time.
If your favourite Priminster GETS in how's going to win big
Holy smoke, I dont kno how they do it.
My question is why In the hell does deegs use that damm scoop tire when it hurts him at times like in the second moto in Vagas. You could see him lose time when he hit the hard pack corners and other parts of the track. It cost Eli every 2nd moto every race .
For the start on sand and the long sandy turns
Wow props to him. But a least he makes millions to justify it all….
No chance he’s making millions. These guys are extremely underpaid
Sounds to me like yamaha burning out wrenches. Theres only so long you can do this!
I am sorry these new race technicians do not know what it was like to have to drive from Orlando to Seattle, tear down the bike disassemble the engine, clean inspect and reassembly. Frame plastics wheels tires yes tires we had to change our own tires, stock your parts that just showed up at the motel, get food the weekend wash and clean the box van, get the oil change in the van, change a flat tire in Minnesota in a foot of snow on the box van on the side of the road. Yes we had fewer races but crisscrossing the country twice a year in weather that no should be out in. Chipping the ice off the ground around the vans tires cause it rain last night and temps dropped to 0 by mourning. I would do it all over again.
cope cry baby
my mom and dad had to walk a mile in snow with no shoes to school, Haahaa!
Yeah but the level of competition is much closer now so they dial bikes to the micro level. More training and more tweaking the bike. Pretty sure you missed the part of him explaining a routine at his level.
@@danashcraft5201lmao 🤣 I had to respond to this guy also. Duff is a next level mechanic
my dad said he had to fight Too $hort everyday to get to school
cheater bike
That’s why Duff wears those giant shades all the time. So you can’t see the bags under his eyes from how tired he is 😂
What do you think the pay is for these guys?
$30-$50k year
@@stevenrogers000 For ALL that they do, doesn't seem all that much, BUT figured! TY
I can’t remember where I saw it, but I watched a video a few years back saying experienced factory mechanics that have championship winning rider can earn over 100k
But the vast majority are lucky to be taking home 50k
Privateers teams would be paying less Id say
These guys aren’t doing it for money
@@stevenrogers000duff is definitely making over 6 figures.
Just looked it up. Average salary is about 135k a year. And at the top the pay is about 500k a year.