Will my 40 yr Old $1200 Honda Goldwing Last all Week Riding in Sturgis South Dakota Bike Week?

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  • Опубліковано 4 гру 2024

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  • @trd4d
    @trd4d Рік тому +1

    Lived in Rapid City for a few years as a young single guy. I loved cruising my KZ400 on the winding roads. Climbed up behind the faces. Beautiful lakes up in the hills. Worked at the airport for awhile. Only been back twice in 40 years. Damn im old,

  • @Blackshirtsguru
    @Blackshirtsguru Рік тому +3

    Every time I see your Poppa Al it brings back great memories of my grandfather. They don't make em like that anymore. Cherish those moments with him Craig.

  • @jamesstoncius6901
    @jamesstoncius6901 Рік тому +3

    I rode there this year, pulling a trailer on my 87 interstate from Hershey Pennsylvania 3998 miles round trip. Bike ran like a dream!

  • @randyvfromtheperch
    @randyvfromtheperch Рік тому +1

    In 1984 I bought a 1978 Yamaha XS1100 with full fairing, trunk and hard bags to take me out to Californioa from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Canada. I loaded my tent and sleeping bag and camping equipment. Ended up in California and never went back except for family visits. I was envoius of the features in the GoldWing back then, but they were out of my price range. The XSEleven performed flawlessly for many years, being my only method of transportation until I bought a new car in California.
    (Written from my den in our house overlooking the Pacific, located in north San Diego - Encinitas, CA).

    • @gtemnykh
      @gtemnykh Рік тому

      The XS1100s are fantastic bikes. I’m riding a ‘78 “E” model right now and it’s my go to “all-rounder”. Yamaha really nailed it with the big “Excess Eleven”

  • @steveosgood9182
    @steveosgood9182 Рік тому +6

    Back in the 1980s I had a 1984 and later a 1986 Goldwing. Used ones went for about 4K - 5K bucks in the late 1980s. They were and still are, fantastic bikes. The engine is butter smooth and one real problem is falling asleep on the highway with legs up feet resting on aftermarket highway pegs and a aftermarket backrest. It is that smooth and quiet. There were tons of aftermarket parts made for those bikes. The problem is parts for a 40 year old bike. The 1200 engine is good for 100K - 150K miles. It's a horizontal 4 cylinder, so the center of gravity is low. Easier than you think to maneuver around. Such a home run for Honda

  • @johnarnett1411
    @johnarnett1411 Рік тому +8

    As a young teenager i rode on the back of my dad's 1985 Aspencade for many miles (that was actually his very first motorcycle!!) Since then he has had many bikes from 1500 goldwings, Pacific coasts, Harley FLHTCUs and always said that his favorite was the 85 Aspencade!! I have worked in a motorcycle industry for 20 years now and the last bike he bought from me before he died was a Bergman 650 now that was his favorite lol Great video

  • @stevenwright6573
    @stevenwright6573 Рік тому +2

    My bet is on the Honda making it. It looks well maintained. Go for it!!

  • @bikeman1x11
    @bikeman1x11 Рік тому +3

    love the classic goldwings- always loved them when i worked a Honfa bike shop - they are many times more reliable than harleys

  • @handlehouseflamingknights6913
    @handlehouseflamingknights6913 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic video! Yhose Gold Wings are comfortable and reliable..

  • @scottrasmussen8258
    @scottrasmussen8258 Рік тому +2

    What memories!

  • @TheBBodyBuilder
    @TheBBodyBuilder Рік тому +3

    Hats off to Papa Al! I really like the Honda…awesome machine for the money. Glad you guys had fun and were able to do it as a family. Thanks for sharing!

  • @kheaslett
    @kheaslett Рік тому +2

    thanks Craig... you saved me a lot of time & $$.... showed me all the sights! now no need for me to ever go !!!

  • @Sledge-fu5zr
    @Sledge-fu5zr Рік тому +3

    Goldwings run for ever reliability.

  • @randymiller1604
    @randymiller1604 Рік тому +2

    Papa Al is a bad ass dude great job on the video as always

  • @GeorgeMcNally
    @GeorgeMcNally Рік тому +2

    This is *way* cool....you're son is gonna remember this forever.

  • @jacknimble1
    @jacknimble1 Рік тому +3

    Good stuff. Thumbs up for being humble enough to ride that Honda all around with a smile on your face,

  • @marklynnreed
    @marklynnreed Рік тому +2

    So fun... we live in Florida and ride just about every weekend. I've watched a lot of Sturgis videos and never really felt enough urge to go there, but your video may have changed my mind.

  • @ken2tou
    @ken2tou Рік тому +1

    I’ve owned an ‘89 and ‘02 GW. My wife and I toured many states over thousands of miles on them. She preferred the wings over the HD. But, enjoyed riding with me when she could.
    Both wings were exceptional bikes. I’ve been riding an ‘07 CVO HD the past 12 years. I won’t go back to a GW, mainly due to their top heavy nature.
    Also, I love the connectedness to the road feel of my HD.
    I liken the difference between them like this:
    The GW is like s sports car. Refined ride and loads of comfort.
    The Harley is like a hot rod. Has great road feel and connectedness to the asphalt. Both are fast and fun. It just depends on what you want in a bike.

  • @handlehouseflamingknights6913
    @handlehouseflamingknights6913 Рік тому +1

    Papa Al and family keep the rubber on the road. Thanks for sharing. Onebday I want to go to Sturgis. It is on my bucket list

  • @ericd1084
    @ericd1084 Рік тому +4

    Its a Honda, dude. Of course it's going to make it.

    • @nunyabidness7463
      @nunyabidness7463 Рік тому

      yeah, when you trailer it in and just ride around town, anything will make it

  • @billbarker3715
    @billbarker3715 Рік тому +2

    Love the Papa AL videos. Gold wings are awesome. My neighbor had on older than yours and it had 100 thousand plus miles. Great bikes and comfortable.

    • @Flying_wheels177
      @Flying_wheels177 Рік тому

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  • @GroundedFlyboy737
    @GroundedFlyboy737 Рік тому

    Craig, that was one of your best videos ever! Just like you remember, your son will remember that trip for the rest of his life. Has your Dad ever come with you and Papa Al?

  • @Skillz357
    @Skillz357 Рік тому +1

    I only ride Honda, I had zero doubt that it would run like a champ and be more comfortable.

  • @spyderpaul314
    @spyderpaul314 Рік тому +1

    I love riding iron mountain road. Glad you guys had a great trip!

  • @ryguy57106
    @ryguy57106 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for visiting our beautiful state, we’re proud of it 😁

  • @frankleonard6291
    @frankleonard6291 Рік тому

    Love it, ride on brother !!

  • @Shotgun4Reason
    @Shotgun4Reason Рік тому +1

    Been waiting for this video! Let’s goo

  • @bobmanzi7712
    @bobmanzi7712 Рік тому +1

    great stuff thanks

  • @richardmorris6365
    @richardmorris6365 Рік тому +1

    Gold Wings get made fun of but its what id ride. My butt couldnt take that mileage anymore so glad you did it for me.

  • @WreckOfLamb
    @WreckOfLamb Рік тому +1

    Great story! Invite me next year!

  • @robertclubs9908
    @robertclubs9908 Рік тому +1

    Awesome Trip. Nice Bike

  • @mikem6382
    @mikem6382 Рік тому +1

    Wish I’d seen you around. Would’ve been cool to meet you in person.

  • @andrewazzariti
    @andrewazzariti Рік тому +1

    I haven't finished the video yet, BUT if you haven't checked out the US Saab Museum in Sturgis you absolutely need to.

  • @majestic51061
    @majestic51061 Рік тому +1

    Hello Craig, What are your thoughts on the 2019 Audi Q8 with 32,000 miles.
    Good buy or hard pass?
    Thanks,
    Mark

  • @torgy3
    @torgy3 Рік тому +1

    Come on now that Wing needs to fly!! Disgraceful putting that beauty in a trailer.

  • @ddutsie
    @ddutsie Рік тому +2

    so, some people learn the hard way.....riding a two wheeler with no helmet, very intelligent

    • @Flying_wheels177
      @Flying_wheels177 Рік тому

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  • @OneOut1
    @OneOut1 Рік тому +1

    That's not a Hotel it's a motel.
    Big difference.

  • @liamegan4303
    @liamegan4303 Рік тому +1

    Hi Craig. I guess I'm not going too Sturgis next year. Thanks bro 😅😅

  • @billvilla7799
    @billvilla7799 Рік тому +1

    Your gold wing sounds like my lawn mower! 😆🤣😆

  • @christophercruz3934
    @christophercruz3934 Рік тому +1

    Are you going to sell that honda? Thanks, I'm interested.

  • @gp62902
    @gp62902 Рік тому +1

    What is name of shipping company that delivered your bike to airport? Thank you.

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому

      There are 1000s. My neighbor trailered mine

  • @masshole1177
    @masshole1177 Рік тому +1

    Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Washington

  • @kevinperry581
    @kevinperry581 Рік тому +3

    Upcoming new law for Sturgis.
    Haulers will be illegal.
    If you can’t ride to Sturgis , don’t come to Sturgis.

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому

      It's a terrible flat 3 day ride from NH with no sights

    • @kevinperry581
      @kevinperry581 Рік тому +1

      @@FlyingWheels I love your other videos and I love the Honda. That three day ride is isn’t terrible for a serious biker though , it’s an adventure. Lol. Sturgis is kinda sad for a serious biker, if everyone had to ride there , there would only be about ten percent of the people. I’ve seen so many people that act hardcore and then you find out they’re in a motel in Rapid city with their hauler. 😂
      Keep doing what you’re doing,I’ll keep watching.

  • @casmithc2
    @casmithc2 Рік тому +1

    Papa Al is my IDOL!! Where was your Father? Is he not a Biker?

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому

      Same

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому

      Dad was in italy

    • @casmithc2
      @casmithc2 Рік тому

      @@FlyingWheels Italy over STURGIS!!?? I can tell your Mother made that Decision!

  • @dmcharley64
    @dmcharley64 Рік тому +1

    The Great Gazoo helmet

  • @JosephGamage-w5v
    @JosephGamage-w5v Рік тому +1

    kid has an awsome hat where did it come from

  • @kevbecker672
    @kevbecker672 Рік тому +2

    It just runs better the more you run the engine....So....Next time....Get a new automatic Goldwing.......Those new ones are the top of the line...

  • @mitchstaff8281
    @mitchstaff8281 Рік тому +1

    The Sturgitzvah.

  • @robblack7560
    @robblack7560 Рік тому +1

    Met President Clinton, staying in the same hotel as Van. Clinton shook our hands, Van walked on. Sad really, my young boy was a fan. End-off. Van told my boy he doesn't give autographs, my son said neither do I. So proud.

  • @joshpinchuk7061
    @joshpinchuk7061 Рік тому +2

    Really not that interested in this bike video, but I did thumbs up, I've been subscribed since before the $400 Ferrari flip started.
    How many miles on this goldwing?

  • @chrislove1357
    @chrislove1357 Рік тому +2

    Damn that bike is older than me 😂

  • @Monza62000
    @Monza62000 Рік тому +1

    my sis inlaw just sold their 350 ac farm out side sturgis,,,she is back in ohio now ,,,

  • @Fattfrog
    @Fattfrog Рік тому +1

    I'm told I'm related to van morrison lol but idk and thanks for playing my cousins music

  • @TheRealWormsGarage
    @TheRealWormsGarage Рік тому +1

    I was a fan of ross.. Creations

  • @robsdeviceunknown
    @robsdeviceunknown Рік тому +1

    I miss riding so bad. But if I could get back into it, thats about the bike I would get. I stopped riding when crotch rockets and the idiots who ride them started to ruin it for those of us with some sense. But now, at 53, I dont care anymore. I want to ride. Actually I would not even need a bike that powerful. Something like a Virago 750 would be great, but I am 6'3" I need something taller. Either way, can't even afford the 1200 for it right now with this economy. Too busy spending all my money on guns and ammo.

  • @rolokyber
    @rolokyber Рік тому +1

    Should have rode it from home and back. That’s a test. 200 miles, and trailer the bike to sturgis. Hack!!!

  • @TheSlider535
    @TheSlider535 Рік тому +1

    I See PaPa Al, is riding a 100yr 2003, i had a road king 2003, I'm to old now at 76yo but PAPA Al is cool WTG Al ,

    • @tele.gramFlying_wheels
      @tele.gramFlying_wheels Рік тому

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    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому +1

      Good eye! He is the original owner of that bike. 83 years old and still riding strong

  • @kobartlett
    @kobartlett Рік тому +1

    Harley’s are the worlds largest vibrators

  • @johnbaldock6353
    @johnbaldock6353 Рік тому +2

    I Love your videos but you p*ssed me off when you were riding without a helmet on! I'm a EMT in England and know the dangers of Head Trauma. Please keep your helmet on so we can enjoy future videos.🇬🇧👍

  • @ts6141
    @ts6141 Рік тому +2

    That's a Gladiator, not a wrangler.

  • @bigdogbulldog9912
    @bigdogbulldog9912 Рік тому +1

    Honda lasts forever

  • @robblack7560
    @robblack7560 Рік тому +1

    I met Van the Man, sorry to burst your bubble Craig, he's not a nice person.

  • @DaBaltimoron
    @DaBaltimoron Рік тому +2

    WEAR YOUR HELMET CRAIG!

  • @davem5333
    @davem5333 Рік тому +3

    $1200 for a running Goldwing is STEAL. A solid running bike is worth of that class is $2000.
    73000 miles is scary.... because it's way too low..
    That bike will take you to Sturgis or anywhere else for another 20 years.

  • @johnhanselman6371
    @johnhanselman6371 Рік тому +1

    Somehow the City of Sturgis cannot pay its bills and is facing dissolution despite all the revenue from the visitors ???? They need to hire a Craig who can make the city government work efficient without always buying new and increasing the budget.

  • @hashtagandrewharrison
    @hashtagandrewharrison Рік тому +1

    love your videos, but it seems sacrilegious to ride a Honda to Sturgis. I know, they were made in Ohio, but its still a Japanese bike. I wonder when it became acceptable to show up on anything but an Indian or Harley?

    • @tele.gramFlying_wheels
      @tele.gramFlying_wheels Рік тому

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    • @RS-cd9cf
      @RS-cd9cf Рік тому

      I always thought the same as I was raised around bikers who hated metric bikes !! I’m guessing things have changed as I haven’t been around any old school bikers reason they are mostly dead

  • @electricalsociety5593
    @electricalsociety5593 10 місяців тому

    It’s a Honda, you brought it incase the chase car breaks down.

  • @philiphazelton6655
    @philiphazelton6655 Рік тому +2

    sturgis is for want to be bikers they ride once a year

  • @kobartlett
    @kobartlett Рік тому +1

    Too bad your editor can’t spell your name. Crag! 😂😂

  • @kelbale
    @kelbale Рік тому +1

    Craig (I love you like a brother), please stop. I noticed it a couple of times already, but it's enough now. You are not Doug Demuro. That's his thing that makes him awesome. You have your things that make you awesome, independent of what DD or anyone else does. Please, trust me. No more, "THIS.....".

    • @somebodyandthem
      @somebodyandthem Рік тому +2

      He needs a different intro

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому +1

      I think I started doing it as a joke, and now it is a natural habit

    • @kelbale
      @kelbale Рік тому

      @@somebodyandthem yup. Too many guys do the Doug thing and it's a credit to him not the repeater.

  • @aaronbritt2025
    @aaronbritt2025 Рік тому +1

    I hope your helmet isn't more than 7 years old. It's looks kinda crusty. Helmets have an expiration. The foam inside gets brittle and loses it's ability to cushion your brain. Please, get an M or SA 2020 or newer rated helmet. I hear all the time... "I don't wanna pay $600 for a new helmet". Well, how much is your head worth to you?

  • @samiam5557
    @samiam5557 Рік тому

    PAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY DDDDDDDDDDOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @ssom7291ify
    @ssom7291ify Рік тому +1

    Please stick to car videos. No bikes, boats or Sturgess

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому

      This channel is about anything with a motor and my life experiences.

  • @Blackboxbart
    @Blackboxbart Рік тому +14

    I cant believe you went there on a Honda

    • @speedtrapp219d2
      @speedtrapp219d2 Рік тому

      Right what a tool !!!

    • @tele.gramFlying_wheels
      @tele.gramFlying_wheels Рік тому

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    • @dakotaautosales9673
      @dakotaautosales9673 Рік тому

      I can't believe you are that shallow people have been taking Honda's to that rally and every other brand of motorcycle for the 40 years I have been going there

    • @tmoneyphresh
      @tmoneyphresh Рік тому +4

      Rude

    • @FlyingWheels
      @FlyingWheels  Рік тому +7

      Its not all Harley anymore. Indian, HD, Honda, Victory (dead) and lots more bikes. Actually lots of BMWs!

  • @grega4450
    @grega4450 Рік тому +1

    Great video. How did u get the bike to Dakota?