Thanks to Manscaped for the support today! Take care of your balls -> www.manscaped.com/Yammie

@RTJsims

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry... but i dam near pissed myself laughing when Papp Yam actually uttered “modern water cooled engine” and “heritage motorcycle” in the same statement. Neo-Retro is not heritage.

@drummerchaniking7026

3 жыл бұрын

What happened to the ride review of the 1275 kit? Lol

@harryhager4128

3 жыл бұрын

Love the close up of the timing cover you guys put on upside down 11:16

@MrScooba79

2 ай бұрын

The skinny dude couldn't handle the sportster 😂😅 too much bike for a man in a child's body 😅

@thevoyer2002

2 ай бұрын

You guys are morons. A 883 sportster is a good beginner bike , AND a good end of life bike for us who will never ride a 3 wheeled BIG WHEEL. We downgrade to a sporty to stay on 2 wheels, because of bad knees, bad hips, lighter weight. I'm trading my Road Glide for a Sporty due to age and physical restrictions. So quit dissing a very good bike that has its place for many many people.

That "outdated belt drive" requires zero maintenance and rarely fails...

@Shintenzu

3 жыл бұрын

But I thought the sportster was for tinkerers... If you're gonna have to basically replace the whole bike to make it drivable, not having to lube a chain a few times is barely a selling feature.

@1FastTexan

3 жыл бұрын

It fails as soon as you go higher than a stage 3. I Snapped 2 and converted to a chain.

@coolbeandean

3 жыл бұрын

@@Shintenzu That's b.s. my sportster is bone stock and rides fine since 2005. If you want a performance bike you're not looking for a sportster.

@boomerguy9935

3 жыл бұрын

@@coolbeandean Same here. My 2005 XL883 has been super-reliable and trouble-free.

@broome090

11 ай бұрын

@@coolbeandeaniron 1200 here and absolutely love it. Never regretted my purchase for a second.

It’s tough because Harley is so iconic it pulls in perceived value through shear force of charisma. But when I ride mine I never feel like I’m missing anything.

@seanbutler2291

3 жыл бұрын

Until a yamaha raider with equal looks and 20xtra hp rips by you like a bat out of hell. With the same harley lope of a single connecting rod.

@mycobrahatesyou

3 жыл бұрын

​@@seanbutler2291 Equal looks? LOL. Everyone laughs at the harley knockoffs. Reality hurts

@seanbutler2291

3 жыл бұрын

@@mycobrahatesyou and yeah sorry not equal looks..... Raider looks soooooooo much better than any hardley Ableson. Period. And with 20 more horsies

@traviswrigg5158

3 жыл бұрын

@@seanbutler2291 This is just a demonstration that motorcycling is more subjective than many admit. And also ripping by people has more to do with riding experience than the motorcycle's capabilities than most of us are willing to admit. There's exactly one reason to buy any motorcycle: Because when you tried riding it, it moved something inside of you

@deadshot4245

Жыл бұрын

@@mycobrahatesyou raider looks great and warriors too

As a sportster owner (which was also my first motorcycle), I was interested in the iron 883 for the reliability, huge aftermarket and service support network. I think I did partially buy into the brand mindset, after being pressure by my father with his boomer bagger, but I have been very happy with it. I have a bunch of biltwell parts and bassani exhaust. Never had any issues with it, and didn't care much for performance, just wanted to cruise around town. It was a great learning bike, and I plan to keep it for quite awhile. I can respect the scout bobber and would consider moving up to something that can better keep up on the highway, when I need to take longer trips.

@beardedforlife3740

3 жыл бұрын

I always laugh when people hint at sportsters not being able to keep up on the highway. My iron 883 cruises at 75-80mph just fine

@neilstern7108

2 жыл бұрын

@@beardedforlife3740 90 100 just fine with my gal on back gives it more weight.

@chrissmith7669

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 883 Sportster from 2003 I inherited that is my go to for commuting. It handles fine and for around town can’t be beat. I’ve got a Milwaukee 8 for touring and all day treks. When it comes to suspension other marks also get hammered. Many people used to replace their BMW shocks but now days you can’t with all the computers.

@TheHaiku2

11 ай бұрын

Where does this notion that an 883 can't keep up on the highway come from, these things literally just purr at 80mph, and there are videos to prove it. Also, the long trip fantasy is fubar. Look at how many big Harleys just wind up sitting in garages after the owner bought it because they bought into the 'big trip' fantasy, and got tired of lugging the thing around town because the big trip never manifested.

@TheAnnoyingBoss

6 ай бұрын

Since halrey cancelled it and did the livewire now their support has collapsed. Thet close dealers in areas so now ive got less reason to buy whatever theyre selling now. Sadly indian is even smaller.

The Harley Davidson sportster is a rare machine! Nothing else like it! Yamm acts like it’s a shock that the 883 is not built for performance minded riders? It’s a 30 yr old motorcycle! That’s it’s appeal! If you don’t want that, then buy something else? I’m a brand new rider, and the fact that I can get into a Harley Davidson that is rideable for noobs and looks freaking amazing! Is awesome! It’s KILLER! Yeah I said it. I freaking love my sporty 883! This garbage about it being almost unrideable because of the shocks and controls and feel and lean angle, is complete and total BULLSHIT. It’s extremely, extremely, rideable! Mine is bone freaking stock and it rides great. It doesn’t tear up the streets or pop wheelies or feel like a sport bike no, of course not. But unrideable? Whatever? Not even close! I ride mine all over, everyday, everywhere, and I have a freaking blast doing it!

@ad1588

3 жыл бұрын

I’m a brand new rider too. And I agree w you on the sportster stock being rideable. I have little riding experience and I’ve been loving every second of it. I’m going to guess that it’s also our limited riding experience and having little else to compare it to that contributes a bit to that. Either way I don’t care haha I love my bike. Faults and all

I ride a sportster and I absolutely LOVE this thing. Their review has a lot right and wrong with the sportster. I will say this out of group of riders harley rides are my favorite to be around.

@deadshot4245

Жыл бұрын

yeah usually dont have to worry about a gixxer or ninja flying off the road at 100 plus

Sportster is still cool, but it is an acquired taste like black licorice and kombucha.

@caseyjones6316

3 жыл бұрын

I like kombucha

@TheG60528XiJinPing

3 жыл бұрын

@@caseyjones6316 KOMBUCHAAA

@_Jaded_

3 жыл бұрын

Bros, wut if there was licorice flavor kombucha? Sportsters for everyone!

@caseyjones6316

3 жыл бұрын

@@_Jaded_ that would be the dream bro

@chirag4

3 жыл бұрын

i drink Kombucha daily, expensive but worth it.

The most famous t-shirt company, that also makes motorcycles! Oh my God I literally fell out of my chair cuz it's so right on I could not stop laughing.

@yammienoob

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Wish I could take credit for that one lol, it’s a well known joke :)

@rusty-ole-boomstick1268

3 жыл бұрын

@@yammienoob that ain't no joke, it's a fact.

@richard1493

3 жыл бұрын

HD is the best selling apparel and motorcycle company. Yamaha is the best selling electric piano and motorcycle company. Dove is the best chocolate and shampoo/conditioner company.

@rusty-ole-boomstick1268

3 жыл бұрын

@@richard1493 now that is pure FFFFFFact!!!

@JCook-dx5pf

3 жыл бұрын

It's like Browning is a t-shirt company that also sells rifles

This bike is like a souvenir that you're meant to preserve and admire - an essential part of American history. The experience transports you to a different time. Performance is secondary.

The Sporty is like a Jeep Wrangler: it's grossly overpriced for what you get, but it does its job. And if you want it to do its job well, it's up to you as the owner to make it your own

@bobbybeyer2127

3 жыл бұрын

Except Sportster riders actually go out and ride their bikes, whereas 95% of Wranglers are pavement princesses that will never even see dirt

@JCook-dx5pf

3 жыл бұрын

@@bobbybeyer2127 the correct term is Mall Crawler hahaha!

@weirjf

3 жыл бұрын

The difference is Jeep has actually *improved the power train and suspension* of the wrangler over the past 30 years, while keeping (most of) the look. The 883 is the same bike 30 years ago but pricier.

@sivvinod3187

3 жыл бұрын

@@weirjf they're gonna ax it in a few years. A refresh now would be a sales failure.

@weirjf

3 жыл бұрын

@@sivvinod3187 Sales or not, the bike (like most of the harley line) is an engineering failure and is an embarrassment on 2 wheels. Pure stagnation.

Where's the 1275 kit review?

@Luftbubblan

3 жыл бұрын

That would be Nice. Im sure they wont be impressed doe.

@birdatkinson1

3 жыл бұрын

It made such little difference in performance why bother. Just another way for HD to rob as much money from their customer as possible.

@davidkeller2832

3 жыл бұрын

I agree; all they showed was some of the installation but no follow-thru with a review of the results. Disappointing to say the least!

@exexpat11

3 жыл бұрын

Where are the true Dyno Numbers?

@dirtydoigler2116

3 жыл бұрын

@@birdatkinson1 HD doesnt make the 1275 kit. Hammer Performance is one of those "aftermarket industries" they were talking about.

Thank you guys, this video made me love the bike more. This Harley Davidson iron 883 is a dream ride for me and probably would stay as it is as the price is beyond me. Nonetheless I wouldn't want any other bike than iron 883. Kudos to both of you.....Go Harley Davidson!

Spending $10k on a Sportster then spending another $5k to make it 'rideable' means I could spend $12k on a good bike, another grand or 2 on accessories and still have money left over...hmmm

@redswift31

3 жыл бұрын

That's why you buy a used one for nothing.

@themotorcycleguy5980

2 жыл бұрын

You can buy a 2020 gsxr 600 for $12k brand new

Harley riders are the most brand loyal motorcyclists in the world. Because they would have to be, wouldn't they.

@TipsyCrowShow

3 жыл бұрын

If you’re biased yea. I love my iron 1200, but my next bike is going to be a dual sport. Glad you could rope all Harley owners into one circle.

@Iniquityslasher

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 22 and couldn’t have financed any bike. R1 or whatever 18k-20k bike but when I look back at my bike I would most definitely like to see a 2020 low rider s and was no second guessing that

@user-cx2bk6pm2f

3 жыл бұрын

I see what ya did there 😀

@m3talc0re

3 жыл бұрын

@@TipsyCrowShow Pan America is coming and I'm excited about it XD

@beardedforlife3740

3 жыл бұрын

That's interesting considering I ride a harley and I'm not what you'd call a loyalist

I'm planning to jump into riding, because I always loved to look of the classic bikes and cafe racer type things. I'm a complete noob when it comes to bikes, but I love tinkering and repairing, I have been rebuilding one of my cars in the last 15 years, so I have learned a lot through the years. Let's say I'm not afraid of any task now. I've learnt a lot, remade complete wiring harness, rebuilt the 6 cylinder engine etc. I never was a fan of speeding through corners, cruising is what suits me best. So as a first bike the Sportster just ticks all the boxes and even more so after watching your review. Thanks!

Why do I feel like spite and shade tree surgeon would be best friends

@jasongraham3488

3 жыл бұрын

Spite's too clean cut, lol.

Throwing sparks on turns, the sound of the engine through worn out mufflers, and the vibes are what it is all about. I've had my Evo 883 since 1986, model year 1987. I've upgraded fuel tanks twice, put a full fairing on the front, crash bars, highway bars, p-pad, and sissy bar. I added saddle bags, and throw saddle bags over them. I also added a handlebar attached tool bag. It still runs great, plenty of power, and I can go 200 miles now on a fill. It doesn't bang out until 96 mph, and I've ridden it across the US twice in all weathers. The seat isn't ripped, but it has gotten stiff, and needs replaced. The fuel gage is giving the bike a shake at a stop light. If you can hear it sloshing around, your good.

I have a 2009 Sportster 883 Iron. I absolutely love it. It’s not near perfect, but it sounds amazing, looks awesome, and is loads of fun. It’s all subjective (as you have said). Also as you said, it’s not about the performance- it’s all about the feels.

I guess if you’re not into the cruiser lifestyle you just can’t understand the sportster. I know that I don’t really care about performance numbers. I’m totally open to other styles of motorcycling but I just enjoy this one

@seanbutler2291

3 жыл бұрын

Then the vmax walks in the riim and says "yeah the "cruiser lifestyle" psh"

@beardedforlife3740

3 жыл бұрын

@@seanbutler2291 believe it or not, but almost no one actually cares about a vmax

Here’s the thing with the sportster. It’s an amazing bike! Really! It’s a legitimate beginner bike that can also be something you keep your entire riding life. It’s iconic and nostalgic and all that. It’s one of the freaking coolest looking bikes on the road regardless of make or model. It’s a design that has been selling non stop since 1957! Non stop! The only reason it’s going away is emissions regulations. It can be retuned, retrofitted, revived, revised, and re-whatever into almost anything your mind can dream up! If you need more power from it, well you have multiple, multiple, options! Just how much power do you need it to make, because you can probably get it there in the aftermarket? There are kits to take it beyond 120+hp! Or maybe you just want to wake it up a little? Put a breather an exhaust and retune and enjoy. Or stick one of multiple different cams available for it in there and again, enjoy! Change the bars, change the seat, change the suspension, the wheels, the tank, the forks, whatever you want! To say the sportster is not a good motorcycle and that people who buy and ride them are wasting their money is ridiculous. Just shows a complete lack of imagination and foresight. Not everyone wants a stock machine that is exactly like every other bike that shares its name.

I absolutely love my Black Denim 883.

...I have an 883 sportster.....and there not wrong lol.

@metalmoto3275

3 жыл бұрын

Their*

@Shutchohole

3 жыл бұрын

@@metalmoto3275 you mean *they're* ?

@metalmoto3275

3 жыл бұрын

@@Shutchohole theiryre*

@Shutchohole

3 жыл бұрын

@@metalmoto3275 bravo!

@TheG60528XiJinPing

3 жыл бұрын

@@metalmoto3275 😆

I only have a freakin moped... why am i here? Cus of my ma boi Yammie.

@redswift31

3 жыл бұрын

It all starts somewhere.

Love how you guys continuously let me know when your opinions are objectively or subjectively reasoned. Can you do the same thing when you are being sarcastic or non sarcastic? I often do that to help people understand me.

I never liked motorcycles until I was passing by a Harley store and saw this iron 883, I bought it that day, It looks super nice :)

@boomerguy9935

3 жыл бұрын

Although the 1200 is faster and more powerful than the 883, it also vibrates more. I like to ride in the mountain twisties and I prefer the 883's shorter gears and smoother ride. The fact that it's a 2005 and has given me ZERO problems doesn't hurt, either.

@user-jn7jf3kv6k

2 жыл бұрын

my condolences.

“You don't get a Harley for the performance" ...ouch that is not what you want to hear if you looking at Harley.

@xMarik96

3 жыл бұрын

If you really want a cruiser, wait for the new Honda Rebel 1100.

@alexduey7868

3 жыл бұрын

@@xMarik96 or any japanese cruiser

@kyleryneost

3 жыл бұрын

You mean the 883 for performance.. my bike smokes Indians

@kleinbottled79

3 жыл бұрын

You mean there are people that start looking at Harleys who don't already know they are slow? Wild.

@Mepaul321

3 жыл бұрын

...but I don’t care about performance... I want to look cool.

😂 I was laughing when you guys popped out from behind the bikes. Street scrambler is the way and the only way between these two. But sumo is life

Such a fun video to watch. You brought alot of great points and now I'm even more confuse as to what I should buy! Haha!

3:04 what just happened? Lmao love the edits 💪👍

The Iron 883 was my 1st bike, it was a great first bike & got me into riding. I rode it for 3 years before stepping up to a BMW S1000R with no problems at all.

@theonlyDerp

3 жыл бұрын

Wow

I have 883 and I love it. Even though it's new it's like a old motorcycle.

I agree with everything, but I bought an Iron 1200 6 months ago and I really love it. I've never looked at the best I can get, but what I like, I like the legacy, the idea of riding a harley, the sound remembers me all those movies with bad and good guys riding harleys, and I live just a few miles awey from Ducati's factory :D

Is there an on-the-road video review of that engine displacement mod?

First time seeing you guys, love the "objective vs subjective" style. Add in some really clever one liners for entertainment, you guys are gold!! Not sure if you helped me on my decision to buy or not but certainly armed me with lots of things to consider when I start my test rides..... I will ride a few pre-owned slightly modded bikes before I ride a new one.

30 years ago my overhead cam liquid cooled 50 hp 500cc honda shadow was 5 years old

Worst part of having a Sportster if that you spend 6k on it, and it still a fucking Sportster! But I fucking love it

There's NO bike around that delivers as uniquely raw a riding experience as a HD, especially a HD Sportster.

You get Harley to loosen up them blue balls by taking advantage of its vibration

I won’t lie…I bought the 2022 883 because I like the way it looks. 🤷🏻‍♂️. And you are right…I did a lot of mods right off the bat. The price does suck, but as you said…it’s just a toy.

Yep, my Sportster is one that will be mine until someone smashes it, or I can't ride any more. I researched, I determined the exact variant that was right for me, then I sat on my cash until one of them came up for sale. To top it off, the variant I chose has 32° lean angle.

@jasongraham3488

3 жыл бұрын

@Addicus Taylor '08 Roadster.

I owned and rode a Buell XB12 for 8 years and I loved it. It was quirky, hot, and vibrated something fierce. It was hipster AF. I have always been a sport bike rider favoring the modern street fighter style and configuration. The Buell really fit my taste. When I was in the market they were cheap too. I daily ride to work and lately I have been desiring a more cruiser riding position. I found a 2011 sportster superlow 883 for $4000 with low miles. I struggled to pass it up. I was sure that I would regret the power I was missing from the 1200cc buell motor. Call me crazy but this Sportster is a blast. It is everything that people say it is, old dated, simple heavy, and its awesome. Super robust parts, pretty simple by design. Easy to work on well for the most part anyway. I am becoming a Harley guy. Heee HAAAAA.

I've had my 1200 sportster for almost 2 years now. It went from bone stock to fully built and I couldn't be happier. It rides well on the road and will still rip a 10 second 1/4 mile. I love the looks, the sound, and the way it makes me feel. Its the moders dream. Theres so much aftermarket support its unreal. And its fun to hurt the crotch rocket boys feelings at the drag strip too😉

@chrishart8548

3 жыл бұрын

10 second 1\4 mile is better than most sports bike and that's with near 200hp and probably half the weight

@1FastTexan

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishart8548 most modern liter bikes run high 9s and mid 10s. I race with them just about every weekend. Its all gearing🤷 my bike tops out right after the 1000 ft mark at 139. I'm also pushing WELL over 120 wheel. And my bike is 490 wet.

@beardedforlife3740

3 жыл бұрын

@@1FastTexan sounds like somebody has a hammer performance addiction lol

@royjames196

2 жыл бұрын

Is it carbureted or injected?

@1FastTexan

2 жыл бұрын

@@royjames196 fuel injected

I bought a Harley Sportster 1200 as my first bike a couple of years ago. It probably was not the most sensible choice and today, I can definitely say that I would have needed to shop around a bit more. But if I were buying my first bike today? You bet it'd be a Sportster.

+2 for the shadetree surgeon reference and sponge bob blockhead cut!

I love my Iron 883 and wouldn’t trade her for the world. It’s a fun bike around town. Everywhere I go people stop to ask me about her. As you very mentioned the aftermarket parts world is endless. She is a canvas you can make your own.

Sportsters are great, they just not sport enough for some and considered the little bike to guys with Streetglides but get one in your garage next to your Streetglide or Electraglide and you'll love it.

When yammi tucked behind that bike I lost it 😆 🤣 😂

Yo, wait! What happened to the engine mod series? You didnt finish up the project yet?! Or did i miss it??

@kleinbottled79

3 жыл бұрын

They had a part 2 of the build where they finished bolting it together, but we still haven't gotten any kind of ride review on the mods.

I’m financing mine. It’s a 2022. White sand pearl. I love it. If you get an exhaust, air filter and that tune, you’re set with a bad ass Harley. You don’t go out and buy a sportster to go fast. You wanna look bad ass. It definitely has that factor

Incredible review. You guys are great. Easily one of my favorite motorcycle channels. Keep it coming.

I own the 2020 883 Iron, I have had everything from a Honda 100 to a 2016 streetglide , I love my sportster it gets it done for me .

7:10 you said it all! That’s why I got this bike and I love it

When are the giveaways coming to the UK 😩 even if the winner pays the shipping or some of it each

Funny, to me a belt drive is a pro. I hate the chain drive maintenance, and it doesn’t have the power loss like a shaft drive.

@kleinbottled79

3 жыл бұрын

What loss does the transfer case impose. I could imagine it's not very much, but it has to be some.

@theonlyDerp

3 жыл бұрын

Chain is the most flexible, tho

@lowcountryrob170

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t mind the maintenance of a chain, as I’ve done field expedient repairs on a chain. When the belt is broken, it’s broken. Belts have their places, but so do chains. Also, if you’re stunting on a cruiser, you need a chain for the abuse.

@jasongraham3488

3 жыл бұрын

@@lowcountryrob170 in thirteen years of riding, and taking residence in 3 states, I've known of one rider (KZreadrs not withstanding) to have had a belt failure. He had an early 100ci Victory named "Purple Eagle" and his second belt failure happened during a burnout at (I don't know the mileage precisely) over 130k. But yea, stunting on a belt drive is hard on belts, but it also accelerates wear on a chain and sprockets. When it happens, its a tow truck, and I won't dispute that.

@Shintenzu

3 жыл бұрын

Then get a Moto Guzzi V7/V9 with its shaft drive, you'll basically never have to touch it. Plus it looks better.

I have the 1200 sportster iron 1200 I love it.

@niasilil9593

3 жыл бұрын

Out of all the sportsters this on is g the e best. I was choosing between 1200 and Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster and ended up with the latter on. Sportster looks great.

It's the removable sleeves that got me 😆

@parkersgarage4216

3 жыл бұрын

the fact that he bought that jacket got me. nevermind the removable sleeves

So Harley Davidson is basically Royal Enfield but costly but you hate Royal Enfield more than Harley 🙄

@user-cx2bk6pm2f

3 жыл бұрын

Nailed it.

Con la selección actual de motocycletas en el mercado, la Sportser es buena para modificar para diversión local y como segunda motocycleta. También es buena para salir con amistades a dar vueltas por la ciudad el viernes por la noche. Lo mejor es buscar una en el mercado de motocicletas usadas siempre y cuando sea del 2007 en adelante.

I got 2 weeks ago iron 883 2021 ,its amazing,i love it

Did you guys not post power numbers from before and after the 1275 conversion.?

You left out the best part; start it up and hear that mean custom exhaust sound!

I went to buy a Sportster 3 times in my life. Each time I took a test drive. I turned back to the dealer after about 100 feet. How is it possible that the Sportster, with it's beautiful looks, can't be 100 lbs lighter, have 100 horsepower, have no vibration? After 70 years?

@chrishart8548

3 жыл бұрын

That's the character

@user-cx2bk6pm2f

3 жыл бұрын

That, my friend, is why I hate Harley; they're too lazy, dumb, arrogant, pick one to make better bikes. They're already the best in the world, don't ya know.

@jonnymac8925

3 жыл бұрын

So tell me again why you tried to buy a Sportster 3 times? Sounds like you couldn't get approved for the loan to me.

@arrowrod

3 жыл бұрын

@@jonnymac8925 Exactly. That, and the atrocious Vibs.

@chrissmith7669

2 жыл бұрын

Harley has had a 90 plus HP 500 lb Sportster in the catalog but it didn’t move. Blame their marketing or customers the XR was dropped due to lack luster sales.

I own a 2015 xl883l or Superlow, I like the look of the bike.. it kind of low to the ground and forward controls, makes the bike comfortable. Sure I wish it had more power and wish the oil cap wasn't under my butt. Other then I do like it. Sure there are plenty of thinks Harley can improve upon, I won't argue with that. But in some ways, glad Harley's doesn't have too many electronics so you could probably work on them without taking it to a shop. Unlike mordern days cars, most look the same and many things you can't do yourself without taking it to a shop.

The sporty is the kind of bike you can do anything you want and customize anyway you want for every riders style of riding. Put a hammer big bore kit and you will be doing mid 11s all night long at the track. I’ve had my share of rides from sport bikes to street bikes and even dirt bikes and I will always go back to a sporty. I personally still have an R1, a VRod, a Kawi KX250F and a sporty 883 that I converted to a 1275cc

Still a beautiful simple fun bike n i am a sport bike guy own 3 but eventually want a nice Harley to play with

Had one for 35 years. Had other bikes as well, but the sporty has stuck around. Bought it because I thought it would be easy to work on after havrng s bevel drive Ducati. I was right. Never had to do anything to it. Nothing. In stock 883 form, if serviced properly....no worries.

this reminds me of 90's romcom like "He Said, She Said" staring Yammy Bacon and Rebecca Spite.

@user-cx2bk6pm2f

3 жыл бұрын

Omg 😁

I'm 65 just retired ,worked physically hard most my life , still healthy but my bones stoving up ,I feel it coming ,old age , a relic , a has been , money in my pocket now , this bike sounds like me me , now to decide new or used , something bout it something to pass on ,very good video the good cop bad cop scenario, the pros and cons were conveyed in an intelligent manner , good video

@kennethschauer1801

Жыл бұрын

Bought mine used 4000 miles 6250 saved enough for lots of gas

I'm not a biker *although I wish if I had the money to be one* but still I really enjoy your content! Amazing channel really.

What my two shoulders sound like! Thank you I’ve decided to get it!

Well does it make any different to do a screaming eagle 1275 conversion ? I have a 1988 sportster 883 I had got gifted for a family member for free and fairly I like these bikes I like the body I like the frame I like the sporty look but I’ve heard a lot of bad stuff so would a conversion swap make any difference to the bike?

Sportster Sickness UK 11k members who all love their bike . It must do some things right , right

I have a HD Sportster 1200 as a first motorcycle and love it. I mostly wanted a cruiser to modify make my own. I hope to start stage 1 modifications next year. Anyone else notice at 11:18 the Harley plate is upside down?

It stops. It goes. It turns. That’s also my ten speed....... yours truly Spite, Vulcan boys! 🤣

8:47 has the most terrifying black screen plus screeching beeping noise lol

@havok1786

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the heads up! 🙏

I get that it's a great bike to mod because there's so much to fix. But what's wrong with starting out with a bike that's actually good and individualising that?

@joshuasterling2144

3 жыл бұрын

Its like buying a slow car and modding it to make it quick, or you can buy a quick car and mod it to go fast.

Triumph has had MAJOR transmission issues, while the Sportster has a tough one. You tell 'em Spite!

Top of the line new Sportster today < buell anything 10 years ago

Wait. No riding impressions on the Hammer 1275???

i personally dont like how sport bikes feel ergonomically, and i only ever go maybe 5 mph over the speed limit. some of the naked bikes sit a little better, but you still have to throw your leg over the tall back end of the bike. i originally looked at a z400 and it was just a pain in the butt to get on for me. i saved a couple grand and bought a well maintained 2008 883 and was so happy with how much torque it had and how comfortable it was to ride. now this was my second ever bike (had a dirt bike), but still considered it my starter bike. i may consider something like a soft tail or dyna later on.

As some one who did a test ride on the new 2020 sportster 883 and rides a 2000 sportster 1200 I will tell you it feels so good to buy American and ride a sportster if you can’t afford it but used you will not regret it watch my review on this bike

Yep! There's lots of brands chasing the market that Harley's Sportster has owned since 1957. and they've been chasing it for years. The Sportster model is still there. The other 'chaser's' models are in our memories. Maybe someday Yamaha, Honda, Indian, BMW, Ducati and the others, will actually build a better Sportster.

They look and sound so much better than almost anything else including newer Harleys to the point it doesn’t matter that they suck.

The problem with mods is that by the time you pay for the bike, who has another $2K set aside for more purchases?

@immortaldusk

3 жыл бұрын

Harley always sells you two bikes. The first is assembled, and the second you buy one piece at a time.

@jgcapers3860

3 жыл бұрын

I bought my motorcycle with mods in mind. Would much rather have something that is 2k less off the retail floor to make unique then get stuck with a ride that has little options. Mind you, I did NOT get a HD haha

@seanbutler2291

3 жыл бұрын

More like 5-10k to actually get performance out of it.

My 05 CAM is My favorite fall back and the one I ride the most over the 72 shov chopper and the 89 Elect classic bagger.

Absolutely love my 07 883, 150 miles on a tank, extremely reliable, I can throw this hog around corners like nobody's business and the best is the simplicity and traditional look of the Sportster. When people picture a motorcycle they picture a Sportster.

Wait why is spike ont the contra side so often 🤔

Listening to Spite talk about Harleys is like listening to someone make excuses for their loser boy/girlfriend.

Did you say "traction control"? :D Iron and TC? :))

The Harley is a pure roller. I need those push rods. It's much superior than chains and belts.

Love Shadetree Surgeon!

I’m sure its good for a beginner. It’ll definitely be my first bike here sooon

im that guy when he says you feel cool...its cool ! LOL

Still a great entry level cruiser, I just did a quick walk around on it, check it out if you like

i have 883 harley with a 1200 upgrade goes like shit off a shovel,screming eagle upgrade,i love it,2004 model 4000ks its like new

Good video, I still want one! Lol

Most people know Harley’s are old school and heavy with LOUNGE CHAIR seating for sleeping while traveling down the freeway.

LOOKS CHILL

There are so many cliches and not entirely relevant things in this video it’s hard to know where to start. They are complicating the hell out of buying a bike. I may be wrong but you own a bike because of how it makes you feel. Not only when you ride it but just looking at it. It doesn’t matter what you do to your bike as long as it makes you happy doing it. I have 2 old Harleys, both 79’s. I owned my first one in 79 and it was a different time. A Harley didn’t make you cool and they weren’t a luxury item. Leathers didn’t make you a badass, they kept your badass intact in case you came off your bike. T shirts didn’t cost $35 and an accessory was something you bolted on your bike. The whole point of owning a Harley is because you liked riding it, same as any other bike. So you can watch all these videos and let someone tell you what’s right/wrong with a Harley or, you can go and ride one. If you buy a bike for any reason other than you really like riding it you probably bought the wrong bike. So go find a bike you like and get some saddle time, you’ll enjoy it. I like these 2 guys, they’re good for the sport and maybe they’ll motivate some new people to become bike owners. Pay attention out there and get home safe.

I own a 1998 Ducati 900SS CR. You have compared my ride to the Suzuki SV650, but I feel like the Sportster is a more apt comparison. I even just discovered that you can turbo my bike yesterday.

@beardedforlife3740

3 жыл бұрын

Really any bike can be turbo'd