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#GHOSTIN Harley Davidson has all ways tried to distance their self from the culture. In the old days if your bike was modified Harley would not touch it. My first Harley was a 1967 Sportster that I hold still to this day I got it in 1982 can I bought a panhead and move to a Shovelhead no I ride 2012 classic but still ride the Sportster
@@montewolf3570 I agree Harley are more interested in selling bikes to the hipster fashion designer tattoo types, I went into a Harley dealership ere in the uk and was looked upon like I was a time waster, I didn’t get the same attitude in the Indian dealership hence I ride a scout!
The cold fact is,...you can pull up to a stop light on your Harley, dirty from road grime and people will stare and wish they had one. When you pull up on your shiny, brand new goldwing, NOBODY GIVES A $HIT!!!
Our problem is that we don't shop and only buy American Goods ! Our cellphones or made in China we shop at Walmart and lot of the things we buy are not all made in America
@@SoseTheGhost #GHOSTIN What does it mean to be a Biker ? To It's about being a Man who is Warrior at heart. A man that stands for the Flag and his Brother's.
I ride a metric 600 I got it cuz I could afford it I can’t afford a Harley and the once’s I can afford don’t even run as long as I’m in twos I’m straight
My Great Grand Dad and I were both born on Pearl Harbor Day, he was born in 1891, I was born in 1978. His son, my grandfather, joined the Navy right after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941. My grandfather would put me on his Harley when I was little and take me on rides around the neighborhood. Just wanted to share...
My Dad was a WWII vet.Tail gunner on a B24 bomber.I started riding back in 69.Never had the bucks for an HD so got used Triumphs,Still riding a vintage Triumph.Never got hassled by 1%ers or hardcore HD guys back in the day.Many of them said because the British were our allies in the war and often called Triumph,HDs little brother.
@Dane Ki - I rode classic Trumps and one chopped Norton Commando. Got invited on a lot of rides and lake parties but I knew I'd never be asked to represent. And I was fine with that.
#GHOSTIN What's up brother Sose. Hope everything's good. I just lost my sister this past week she loved your show. Her name was Kasey. Kidney failure was the cause. She went with me to Wisconsin to get my Harley back in Oct. She was the only sibling I had left, lost my brother back in 16. Still in the grieving process, wanted to tell you I really appreciate you for doin what you do. Its helping me move on so thanks brother. 👍🇺🇸
#GHOSTIN! I Read Hunter Thompson's book Hells Angels in fifth grade in '69. As an outsider it changed my life. Those guys didn't take anybody's crap and I knew then that I would find like minded Brothers and ride a Harley one day. The guys in that book especially Terry The Tramp along with the veterans I was raised around influenced my lifelong love of God, brotherhood, freedom and country. Back when I was a kid 1%'s rode Brit and German bikes even. After WW II there were surplus Harley's to be had cheap. A lot of service men coming home picked them up as cheap transportation and naturally started riding together. For speed they started bobbing and later chopping them. Sonny called stock Harley's garbage wagons. They would strip everything off a dresser that wasn't mechanically necessary. The Motor Company definitely owes a debt to 1%er culture but they'll never admit it. Even the profilers hanging around the dealership drinking coffee in the boutique atmosphere head to toe in leather on a hundred degree day are trying to feel a little of the culture. In a way it was the yups and rubs that saved the company when they went public after AMF but it will always be the outlaws that everyone thinks of when you say Harley. Admit it or not most Americans have a little bit of outlaw in them. Hell, this country was born of outlaws. The new regime has declared half the country outlaws. From Christian conservatives to 1%'s to all points in between we best be ready to stand together because the beast has reared its ugly head and they're coming after us. God Bless You All. Take care of one another out there.
Victory totally epic upload, Harley forgets it’s the 1% that keep Harley in business if it wasn’t for the life Harley would of been bankrupt years ago, most epic topic, agree 100 %
dude... none of that means anything to H-D unfortunately and you can't expect it to. Governments all over the planet have 1% clubs listed as criminal organizations and H-D is a publicly traded, international company that has investors and LAWS (both American and foreign) to worry about. You seriously expect them to acknowledge, say The Hells Angels in a positive way? come on man they'd go broke even faster
Agreed. Most guys buy that Harley and get it looking mean, club style is now in. CLUB STYLE...... Because they feel like they a badass motherfycken just like the 1%ers they see rolling in the HD's. So yes there are few 1%ers and thousands of Harley riders, that's cause there thousands of dudes wishing they were a 1%er. People mimic. Monkey see monkey do.
#Ghostin I try to buy American all the time. When I started buying tools for my business I bought American every time the option was there (and paid out the rear for it). Unfortunately a lot of it could NOT be found in American brands... We really need to bring production back to America.
Isn't that what Donald J. Trump was trying to do before they stole the election in 2020. Don't give a rip if you agree or not... just keep in mind that when HE was in office , your VP activity rode a frigging Street Glide. There is my. 02
The harley davidson motorcycle is a very interesting machine. Its Air cooled Vtwin is a similar design to a air cooled radial engine used in WW2 planes just with 2 cylinders. it Sounds like a fighter plane of that era. You can almost imagine on a highway riding one with drag pipes that your running a P36C HAWK fight. They sound very aggressive and menacing, im sure that was a huge factor to want to ride them as well.
if you look when Sonny's Movie "Dead in 5 heartbeats" Came out he Admitted he wished he had allowed metrics, and they do in Europe and Australia. As for me, i rode Harley's When Harley's were not cool, in 1973 when i was 14 and got my license i got a Harley SX-250, and a Job at a Harley/Yamaha Dealer where i learned to love ALL BIKES !! and i have owned ALL Brands, but Harley is still my Go to right now i ride a 2012 FLHRC
International clubs like the Hells Angels, the Bandidos etch don't allow metric bikes. They allow Harley Davidson and Buell only. Local 1% MCs on the other hand do have a lot of metric cruisers.
I ride a grunge/rat style 76 Honda CB360T cafe racer. Built not bought, looks gnarly 🤘 Can’t go wrong with a Cafe Racer, there’s a huge community for it too.
#Gohstin Raked 2007 Victory Vegas Pearl . last year I took my grandfather on a trip around (Only man to ever sit back there) for hi 97 birthday. WW2 Navy Vet. Dudes still kicking ass!
Sose The Ghost because most Members in the 40’s/50’s/60’s/70’s of 1% Clubs were Military Veterans from either World War,Korean War,Vietnam War. Because they fought for the United States/Canada/England fought for their a Country. Sonny Barger said in his first book Hell’s Angel that limiting Club Members to American Made Motorcycles may have been a mistake. #GHOSTIN
Harley-Davidson was very smart during World War II. They sent how long with their bikes for the war mechanics in Factory wraps and hope when they returned they would buy a bike from them they had riding programs during the war and mechanics training
He indeed said that. In a later book he explaned why. This man is a living legend. There were technical "better bikes" mainly crotch rockets. Those days are over now, Harley-Davidson and Indian now are nothing wrong with. Good explanation from the old days The club itself is named after a B-17 squadron that took heavy losses fighting above Germany, their patriotism is legit and what is wrong with patriotism? "In true patriotism there is no place for prejustice" a famous US President once said. I ride Aprilia Italian made speeddemon
@@jimmymc10021 I subscribe to a Channel from Europe and yes I’ve seen all makes/styles of Motorcycles on the Channel’s videos. I’m happy to see lots ride the H-D V Rod.
We take pride in our HDs old school back in the 60s and 70 we loved carrying tools With us and work on our bikes on the side of the road that's what we called real bikers 81 45 year Veteran HA
mad mad respect to a man of honor and loyalty. the oils and grease from the guys up front covering your face and all over riding in the back. the recycled cop bikes from milk crates and junk yards...all of that....them days are gone, almost completely...old skool to most guys today is an EVO...sad to say...HD has ignored and at the same time profited from men like you and the culture you are. H&R to you, sir.
I don't know about loving having to wrench lol... but it was part of being a biker without a doubt. I know I had many a cuss sessions broken down where I'd rather been riding lol
It's hard to give homage to HD when they have outsourced many parts and don't respect who made them ! I love all the brothers who have stood up to all the enemies of freedom including some from within our castle. I ride a 2015 Honda 1300 but don't discount HD, got my eye on a Road King for the future. #Ghostin
I love my Vstar. It's reliable, it doesnt leak oil, and it keeps up with all my HD friends no problem. I even carry tools to help my HD riders out when we go on long road trips
@@justocruz7479 i never said it was faster. I just really love the low maintenance cost, the reliability and comfort. I love Harleys. But my Vstar is just bullet proof. Its all good though. Nothing sounds better than a HD!
@@kencooper9336 I'd have to agree with you. They are very reliable. Mine looked good and sounded good too. But my brother's softail was the absolute best sounding and best looking bike I have ever laid eyes on. And it was fast and powerful. And he smoked us all lol.
Harley Davidson is just like any other major corporation in that in order to stay afloat and ahead of anyone else, they go where the money is. They capitalized on the outlaw biker image for years, because that's who was riding those bikes. But when they discovered a new buyer, they did just what any other business would do. With them, as with any business, it's never about loyalty, but about you buying their product. It's who's buying and most willing to shell out the money that they are most interested in.
Custom 07 Road King Classic. 19” front spoke. White walls. 14” apes. Blacked out 2 into 1 pipes. Hard bags. Willie G’s all over it. I ain’t an Outlaw, but folks say I look like one on it.
There are a few metric bikes that are made here in America. The honda shadow,vtx, and Goldwing lines were made in America (Ohio). The Kawasaki Vulcan line was made in Nebraska. I ride Harley, Suzuki, Honda, and Kawasaki. I may add a Yamaha an Indian this year.
When I was doing my time in the MC in CT my club got to help with Sonny’s security and I hung out all day with him and got a signed copy of his book , pretty interesting guy with some crazy ass stories
Keep up the good content brother. I've been riding metrics for the last 20 yrs. Proud to say I'm finally repping THE GREAT USA....! Proud owner of a Victory Vegas 8ball now.
@Rodney Brown the bikes are sold here taxes are paid here jobs are formed here because of the bike being sold here. How is that not helping build economy?
My Honda VTX 1800 is more American than some newer Harleys. Your still supporting American workers so there is basically no difference. Except Honda isn't pricing me out of a nice ride.
The profit goes to a Japanese company. I've owned and rode the hell out of 4 different Hondas. My club required an American bike, but 1 never sold my last Honda.
@@kevinweston1390 if harleys would be cheaper price wise more people would ride harleys,I had traded my 05 harley dyna glide for a nice boat then found my honda for 1800 cash this is the main reason I ride a honda don't get me wrong I miss my harley but the honda runs excellent and is smoother
Grandfather was born in 1909 Dad was born 1931. Dad told me because of the war Grandfather only owned American farm equipment tractors and automobiles. Live American buy American
Build in America and I'll buy it. Build it over seas and you can keep it. Its not about what Harley thinks of me, its about my Brothers and Sisters having jobs!
Its a damn shame they closed Victory, I love Harleys. But I want Victory to succeed. And yes I know about Indian, but I don't like they're front fender look they got on most they're bikes
What I don't understand is that they were the same but Victory had better performance out the factory for less money. I was pretty disappointed when I heard Polaris was shutting them down. I get that they didn't want them to competing against their more expensive brand but, damn, at least get you more expensive brand on their level of performance before hand.
@@marshallmorgan3102 I don't like the style of them at all. But if the fender is the only thing, there is an aftermarket for Indians when it comes to fairings, fenders, ect.
After riding both, I do prefer my #HD2020SofttailSlim. My be fan boyin a bit, but you're my Sonny Barger Sose. You inspired me to get back on 2's and now lookin to find a club, even at 56. Lovin bein back out in the wind, wouldn't trade that freedom. #Ghostin.
#GHOSTIN. I like the Harley evos. They're a durable bike, run forever. I currently own 2 of them, a 1984 Electra Glide Classic and a 1993 Tour Glide Ultra Classic Anniversary Edition. I ride them like I stole them. Easy to work on, don't leak oil and very reliable.
Hey Sose, great subject. Never knew that about Sonny not liking HD. I bought a Victory in '99 when they first came out. Nice bike, but transmission problems right out of the box. Victory wouldn't warranty the repair, so I had another dealer get a way to get my repair done, no charge. I had a Goldwing for a couple of months, all the plastic was made in USA, the bike was assembled in Marysville, Ohio. I ride a 2007 Dyna Lowrider now. Absolutely the bike for me. I like the fact there is a huge following for HD, all kinds of help and advice on repairs. I work on my own bike so I don't mind fixing it. I don't view my bike as an appliance with no soul. I think Indian would be acceptable in the 1% culture very soon, if not already. Yeah, I keep up with corporate HD as I work at a local dealership. Enough said.... Best, Queasyrider
just for the sake of respect, my dad was 101st Airborne on D-Day landing behind German lines on Utah beach...my father-in-law was at Pearl Harbor in the Navy and just left the USS Indianapolis... I also lived in San Berdoo Calif as well as being stationed there 43 years ago...couple of blocks over from the clubhouse as a matter of fact....we always buy American first.
I'm pretty sure that Sonny Barger was quoted a few times in the past as being a fan of or perhaps more like admired the Japanese bikes and I think especially Kawasaki but for the life of me I can't remember which model it was. But I also think this was related to how he felt about Harley Davidson so it may well have been more of a dig at them rather than a bonafide appreciation of another country's motorcycles. Perhaps somebody else knows more but no doubt he only owned American bikes but not sure if he ever rode any other kind of bike
I cant comment on THE CLUB cause I dont care the patch but I have spoken to MR BARGER on a couple occasions a all around EXCELLENT INDIVIDUAL, I cant say enough good thing about him that was my experience with the man But as I've said to my son and to others WE SET EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS TO FOLLOW,WE DONT FOLLOW THE EXAMPLE OTHERS HAVE MADE, JMO KEEP PREACHING COMMON SENSE, sorry about missing the show NOT getting notifications!!!
#ghostin #roadkingspecial When I was younger, I use to roll on metrics. But now all grown up I see the history and understand better. American Made. I’m a Merchant Mariner since 1991. Being gone for months at a time keep me from being in a MC but I respect the culture.
i was offered to join a club called the missing link out of mountsterlling ohio and there ok with the bikes i have im just saying i would love to rock a davidson bro but i just dont have pockets that are that deep
You can get a used Harley for a fairly good price. Many of them have low miles, have been well cared for and already have various upgrades. That's what I did. That's just me though, your mileage may vary.
I wish I could put a picture up on here of my bike. #1998 Harley fatboy Chromed out with the solid rims. I love the older bikes because they have more of an original feel to it. Can't beat that 80 CI. Evo motor.
@@SoseTheGhost they should. I've been wondering why they don't do that. It looks like UA-cam though has become another platform. They do like to sensor alot of things now.
In the 60'a Honda and a campaign you meet the nicest people on a Honda and Harley-Davidson wanted to improve their image because they had a bad boy image. In the old days only cops and Outlaws Road Harley Davidson
I’m a veteran and believe strongly in buying American. With recent events dealing with China and Russia and other countries I feel it’s more important than ever. Learn from history. The lack of factories and ability to produce their own munitions was the largest factor in the defeat of the Confederacy. Now think how reliant we are on China for products.
#Ghostin As a former Victory and HD rider i will say the Victorys are more durable and a hell of a lot faster than HDs. I ride a 2018 #ZX10R and the adrenaline is what I am addicted to.
I always liked the patriotism mentality, not of just 1%ers, but from the biggest part of the biker community. If your country makes it, you should buy it. That way you support your country. Where I am from, people ride Japanese, American, European (even 1%ers ) , but my country doesn't manufacture bikes. That said, I am perfectly comfortable with my big, fat, 22 year old, Japanese, couch of a bike. People have told me on a few occasions to buy a HD, but why should I? If a moment comes when I want to buy an American, there are so many totally awesome American brands, that are in the European market as well, that actually respect their customers. As for politics, when I see you talk about a subject concerning your country, I don't see a man talking politics, but a man caring about it. Loving your country is one of the highest forms of decency. If people loved their countries more than their pockets this world wouldn't be the mess it is right now. Keep doing what you do my friend! As always thank you for the video. Greetings from Crete!
#GHOSTIN I ride two Harleys. 2019 Street Glide Special and 2018 Breakout. Both 117 Stage 4! 2020 I ended the year with just under 60,000 miles on my Street Glide Special. About 25,000 miles on the Breakout. Had a Turbo Hayabusa that I just sold last July. The Busa was awesome, but I love my Harleys most!! I don't mind what anyone else wants to ride though... Personal choice.
Always Ghostin, ! Much love always brother, been off starting my business and apologies for not been consistent, but always here, coast to coast and border to border!
#ghostin. I like how he put it. It's about what's comfortable and for anyone to put you down for what you ride has forgot what riding is all about. It's about the sense of freedom and the inner peace that riding brings you.
#ghostin #victory #v92c I grew up in a union household and was raised with "support unions, support America" mentality. I try to buy American whenever possible but we don't always have the option to. If I wasn't riding a Victory, it would be an Indian or a HD.
I dig this video, Sose. I've read a couple of Sonny's books to help me get a clue about how I can have a respectful conversation with a man from 81. I've met and spoken with a few so far. Nothing heavy just a "how ya doin'" kinda thing while we are outside having a smoke. Keep the videos coming because this education is important! Peace.
Both my grandfathers we're in World War II and I was raised that we support are Manufacturing companies in the US because when we went to war they produced for our country and when you support foreign manufacturers you could be producing for a possible enemy I ride an Indian and a Harley
2015 Yamaha Bolt, fast enough to keep up with most HD reliable AF but the aftermarket world isn’t there and that’s the main reason I’ll be switching over to HD for my next bike
#Ghostin in Oregon Ridin a 2010 Twin Cam. Started on a Knucklhead, then an Evolution, and now ridin my second Twin Cam. HD is an expensive ride but there is nothing else like it. I also wear custom built Langlitz leathers built in Portland Oregon.
Sitting on my dream bike over here. A Gen 2 Suzuki #Hayabusa. Thanks for all you do Sose, and shout out to the Chief himself. It's guys like you who help make the culture what it is. I may not be 1%, but I love learning all I can about the culture. And between your vids and Sonny's books, it makes it possible (for the most part, since you can't learn it all unless you're in it). #SYL81 #Ghostin #Hayabusa
There always a reason. think everyone learnd a lesson bout not paying attention to politics when rico focused on mc culture... breaking barriers and pioneering just like ur channel, anybody that dont know. This kind of interaction and openness between 1ers and general public has never been done on this level before. EVER... your doing a great service of cleaning up the image, bringing true unbiased answers to myths and misnomers, intern bringing the culture into the mainstream evolution so IT WILL survive, and THRIVE. see what u truely doin with it, ain't just using ur situation to prosper. Much love sose. #ghostin oh yea and #custom built dyna lowrider. And she bad af baby...
Been riding Harleys here in South Africa since the late sixties, have had twenty-three of them from my '37 Knuck that I've had since '75, up to my current TwinCam...and they have treated me excellently. One of my Shovels ran over 300,000!
@@DemonsRow RI original right here. lol. Waiting on a moment to have a chat with a coupla Honest brothers no BS. Lotsa things going on I need to figure out. Fo reals. Looking for a bike too got a promise to keep
I understand every word that Sonny said. I ride a 88 Softail Evo. I personally like the Indian .But yes Sonny is right. I have met Sonny and we are are the same page.
A bit late seeing in responding...new to the channel. I have 2 HDs, a 2004 Softail Heritage and a 2001 rigid/springer sportster. One of the things I have noticed is that while the bikes are American made, it seems like almost everything else with the HD label on it, like hats, shirts, jackets, boots, bandanas, gloves, helmets, and etc, are mainly made in China. I am all for free market trade, but I feel like HD should be giving more attention to American manufacturing... especially now.
Another great video and I really enjoy your channel. Being and owner of a 17 Harley Road King Special and loving it, I also have my opinion of the motor company. Here's my 2 cents: Harley started down the wrong path when they started moving away from being the motorcycle for the everyday American. That demographic is the largest in the US and Harley chose to turn away from them and attempt to cater to the elitist or older folks who could afford their ridiculously high prices. All this while the Japanese manufacturers came in and said yes to the common man offering a more dependable ride for an affordable price. Harley should step back and re-evaluate it's failing business model and realize that they need to provide the best bikes at reasonable prices to regain the throne as America's best.
On the bright note, one of the new bosses at HD is making a valiant effort to improve the used motorcycle market they Harley and make them more affordable to people.
#GHOSTIN I am pro American. I am a Vet. I wish Harley would give the clubs a little love. Clubs and guys like me kept them alive through the AMF years. I caught flak from guys when I got off the Shovelhead and bought a used EVO. My 2 bikes are both EVOs. 92 Heritage and 86 FXR. Old coots on old scoots. I may breakdown and buy a newer bagger now that I am 60
I ride a Hayabusa yet I have respect for all Motorcycles, because to 2 wheels are 2 wheels and it’s about enjoying the ride not hating on another riders Motorcycle.
The funny thing is that HD isn't completely American some parts come from foreign countries and HD has been moving it's factories to other countries while some foreign countries have their bikes built and made in America
It's all about getting around tariffs. If Honda didn't build bikes in the U.S. they'd cost damn near what a Harley does. Harley moved operations overseas because countries put high tariffs on Made in America, and some won't allow importation. Unfortunately, it's the nature of the beast to lose "purity"(?). If a doohickey made in Brazil costs half what the same would cost in Indiana, you'll increase production in Brazil. Indian is no better. They use overseas parts, and Polaris is a Canadian company. The only way to 100% USA is to take years sourcing each individual part, and build your own. Then you end up with a 40K Softail....
I just got a 2000 Victory V92SC Sport Cruiser w/ 485 miles. I had 6 recalls repaired. NO transmission problems. My first USA motorcycle out of 10 I’ve owned. 100% USA made ??? I saw Sonny at the Hooters Casino in Las Vegas back in 2012 - Memorial Day weekend. I was wearing a motorcycle shirt. He gave me the thumbs up and said hello. Pretty cool !!
Is it just me or nobody like mentioning Indian motorcycles. They are American as well and go back forever!! I hear fewer complaints about them compared to Harley's. I was wondering why a lot of 1% percenter never talk about Indians or ride them compared to Harley's? Any answer on that Sosa Ghost?
Polaris made Victory but the problem they faced was being able to compete with the Harley brand name. So they bought the Indian motorcycle's brand name to be able to be competitive with Harley Davidson. So it is relatively new to the market. That's why your not hearing a whole bunch yet believe me you will be hearing more and more .
Indian has gone out of business over and over again since 1901. Me personally I wouldn’t want an Indian because the aftermarket selection is shit. They’re good bikes but to say they’ve been around forever isn’t right
# Ghostin I ride a 2009 softail standard with lots of extras including apes and a stage 3 kit. I had wanted a HD since I was 12 years old ( now 55 yo) and it took me 30 years till I could afford to get one which I ride every day.
The early bike culture were former America GIs from WWII. Most of the early members of MC clubs like the Hells Angels MC were brave veterans of the Marines or other military units. Riding American is respectful to our heritage.
@Tracy Beck That’s because Victory was discontinued by Polaris on January 9, 2017. Victory Motorcycles due to struggles in establishing market share and limited profitability. The brand itself would also be discontinued. Dealers were to liquidate inventories, while spare parts would be made available for ten years. Dealers were to continue offering service and warranty coverage to owners. Parts would be made available for ten years
@@SoseTheGhost The book was better but the movie is good it has Real 1% M.C.s in the movie and Real Club Members. You can buy it on iTunes. I have the DVD and iTunes version.
I be the first to say im 100% harley. That being said its not for how it is now, its for the history in it. I ride a 1972 electraglide, love that bike. It may require more work, tooling in 72 nothing like in 2020. Machines weren’t as precise. But technology has ruined this country. Everyone relies on it. So i just stick with my old school stuff.
Sonny a few years ago wasn't riding a Harley... He's been riding that 2008 victory vision. I guess when you get older and your beat up for riding from a young age you go for comfort.
Yo. Star Raider. Sick bike. It’s a Yamaha. I sold my 05 HD Standard. Great bike but with what I got in My Star would have cost me thousands in upgrades for my HD. Keep up the work bro. Ride what you like It’s all about two wheel culture kid
@@marcovich95012 Sadly it'll never happen. Polaris got rid of them because they were competing with the more expensive Indian. Victory had better performing and looking bikes at a better price. Wish it was Indian that got shut down. I'm not into the way Indians look, at least from factory anyways. The first thing that would have to go on their touring/bagger models is the Chieftain head on the front fender. It just looks weird.
2008 king pin 8 ball and it is a bad ass machine,it will eat up the 103 and 107 HD.A few of my buddy's have the street glides and it will run them all day.I do love the Harley look still the best looking bikes on the road....HANDS DOWN
@@bryanbarshinger6971 Yea, would be riding a Victory if Polaris didn't shut them down. Indian at a premium price and has less performance (and honestly doesn't look nearly as good imo) off the floor then what the Victory models did.
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#GHOSTIN Harley Davidson has all ways tried to distance their self from the culture. In the old days if your bike was modified Harley would not touch it. My first Harley was a 1967 Sportster that I hold still to this day I got it in 1982 can I bought a panhead and move to a Shovelhead no I ride 2012 classic but still ride the Sportster
@@montewolf3570 I agree Harley are more interested in selling bikes to the hipster fashion designer tattoo types,
I went into a Harley dealership ere in the uk and was looked upon like I was a time waster,
I didn’t get the same attitude in the Indian dealership hence I ride a scout!
Definitely the type of show I subscribed for 🤘🔥🔥🤘 takem to school teach
@@thatninja5837 much love
Clubbers love this country most are veterans
The cold fact is,...you can pull up to a stop light on your Harley, dirty from road grime and people will stare and wish they had one. When you pull up on your shiny, brand new goldwing,
NOBODY GIVES A $HIT!!!
I love the Patriotism that comes along with MC’s buying American.
Yes the patriots started clubs
Oh shit Aunty in hear talking realness 😂😂🤣
Our problem is that we don't shop and only buy American Goods ! Our cellphones or made in China we shop at Walmart and lot of the things we buy are not all made in America
@@SoseTheGhost #GHOSTIN What does it mean to be a Biker ? To It's about being a Man who is Warrior at heart. A man that stands for the Flag and his Brother's.
I ride a metric 600 I got it cuz I could afford it I can’t afford a Harley and the once’s I can afford don’t even run as long as I’m in twos I’m straight
My Great Grand Dad and I were both born on Pearl Harbor Day, he was born in 1891, I was born in 1978. His son, my grandfather, joined the Navy right after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941. My grandfather would put me on his Harley when I was little and take me on rides around the neighborhood. Just wanted to share...
Much respect brother
@@fantomson5035 sister. Hehe.
@@dolhouse my bad.
Respect either way.
Ride safe sister
@@fantomson5035 no worries, it made me smile😊
Deep and Honorable, Thank you for sharing 🙏!!!
My Dad was a WWII vet.Tail gunner on a B24 bomber.I started riding back in 69.Never had the bucks for an HD so got used Triumphs,Still riding a vintage Triumph.Never got hassled by 1%ers or hardcore HD guys back in the day.Many of them said because the British were our allies in the war and often called Triumph,HDs little brother.
@Dane Ki - I rode classic Trumps and one chopped Norton Commando. Got invited on a lot of rides and lake parties but I knew I'd never be asked to represent. And I was fine with that.
#GHOSTIN What's up brother Sose. Hope everything's good. I just lost my sister this past week she loved your show. Her name was Kasey. Kidney failure was the cause. She went with me to Wisconsin to get my Harley back in Oct. She was the only sibling I had left, lost my brother back in 16. Still in the grieving process, wanted to tell you I really appreciate you for doin what you do. Its helping me move on so thanks brother. 👍🇺🇸
Much Love Loyalty Honor and Respect to Sonny Barger 💯
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HE'S A LIVING LEGEND!!!
#GHOSTIN! I Read Hunter Thompson's book Hells Angels in fifth grade in '69. As an outsider it changed my life. Those guys didn't take anybody's crap and I knew then that I would find like minded Brothers and ride a Harley one day. The guys in that book especially Terry The Tramp along with the veterans I was raised around influenced my lifelong love of God, brotherhood, freedom and country. Back when I was a kid 1%'s rode Brit and German bikes even. After WW II there were surplus Harley's to be had cheap. A lot of service men coming home picked them up as cheap transportation and naturally started riding together. For speed they started bobbing and later chopping them. Sonny called stock Harley's garbage wagons. They would strip everything off a dresser that wasn't mechanically necessary. The Motor Company definitely owes a debt to 1%er culture but they'll never admit it. Even the profilers hanging around the dealership drinking coffee in the boutique atmosphere head to toe in leather on a hundred degree day are trying to feel a little of the culture. In a way it was the yups and rubs that saved the company when they went public after AMF but it will always be the outlaws that everyone thinks of when you say Harley. Admit it or not most Americans have a little bit of outlaw in them. Hell, this country was born of outlaws. The new regime has declared half the country outlaws. From Christian conservatives to 1%'s to all points in between we best be ready to stand together because the beast has reared its ugly head and they're coming after us. God Bless You All. Take care of one another out there.
You are absolutely right. The beast is coming for us all. People need too wake up
Well said Best wishes to you and all, from, Auckland, New Zealand. Together we stand,divided we fall.
YZNUP PEOPLE THE BEAST IS ON THE HORIZON
Victory totally epic upload, Harley forgets it’s the 1% that keep Harley in business if it wasn’t for the life Harley would of been bankrupt years ago, most epic topic, agree 100 %
dude... none of that means anything to H-D unfortunately and you can't expect it to. Governments all over the planet have 1% clubs listed as criminal organizations and H-D is a publicly traded, international company that has investors and LAWS (both American and foreign) to worry about. You seriously expect them to acknowledge, say The Hells Angels in a positive way? come on man they'd go broke even faster
I've only seen a couple of 1%ers in my day. I've seen 10's of thousands of Harleys.
Agreed. Most guys buy that Harley and get it looking mean, club style is now in. CLUB STYLE...... Because they feel like they a badass motherfycken just like the 1%ers they see rolling in the HD's. So yes there are few 1%ers and thousands of Harley riders, that's cause there thousands of dudes wishing they were a 1%er. People mimic. Monkey see monkey do.
#Ghostin
I try to buy American all the time. When I started buying tools for my business I bought American every time the option was there (and paid out the rear for it). Unfortunately a lot of it could NOT be found in American brands... We really need to bring production back to America.
Isn't that what Donald J. Trump was trying to do before they stole the election in 2020.
Don't give a rip if you agree or not... just keep in mind that when HE was in office , your VP activity rode a frigging Street Glide.
There is my. 02
@@fantomson5035 Yes it is
@@fantomson5035 If anyone stole an election it was Trump and news flash he doesn't care about American jobs.
I fought on an American Tank! I ride a Harley Davidson! Period! 19kilo
thank you for your service, and i would lose my mind in that confined space.
11bang bang Harley rider
19k here
Schweinfurt Germany 1-77AR
#GHOSTIN
The harley davidson motorcycle is a very interesting machine. Its Air cooled Vtwin is a similar design to a air cooled radial engine used in WW2 planes just with 2 cylinders. it Sounds like a fighter plane of that era. You can almost imagine on a highway riding one with drag pipes that your running a P36C HAWK fight. They sound very aggressive and menacing, im sure that was a huge factor to want to ride them as well.
I had a 2002 honda 600 CBR rr all blacked out 20 years ago.now I have 13 road glide for about 3 years and I love it.
Ride safe
You too when it warms up lol. Thanks for what you are doing.
Thank you Vets. No disrespect. Love my country my flag and those who fought for those they did not know. God Bless all of you
Pound that like button brother
if you look when Sonny's Movie "Dead in 5 heartbeats" Came out he Admitted he wished he had allowed metrics, and they do in Europe and Australia. As for me, i rode Harley's When Harley's were not cool, in 1973 when i was 14 and got my license i got a Harley SX-250, and a Job at a Harley/Yamaha Dealer where i learned to love ALL BIKES !! and i have owned ALL Brands, but Harley is still my Go to right now i ride a 2012 FLHRC
International clubs like the Hells Angels, the Bandidos etch don't allow metric bikes. They allow Harley Davidson and Buell only. Local 1% MCs on the other hand do have a lot of metric cruisers.
Not correct.in UK and Ireland 81 own and ride Triumph.in eastern Europe they ride metric because of the cost of H-D
@@morbidlycurious259981 in Greece at least ride HD and Buell only. They may own metric bikes too but they have at least one American
Does it most club organization allow to join if a person own an american bike such as harley davidson, Indian, or Victory?
81 in Thailand, and the Philippines, ride metric.
I ride a grunge/rat style 76 Honda CB360T cafe racer. Built not bought, looks gnarly 🤘 Can’t go wrong with a Cafe Racer, there’s a huge community for it too.
#ghostin nothing like the sound of a pack of Harley's coming through though...
Swear to God #ghostin pound that like button 4 me
indeed you hear that????
@@lsjionredlinesupercharged2049 I would hope so I spent $500 on those exhaust pipes... 👹
I remember back in the early 1970’s is when I first heard the term rice burner 💀
#Gohstin Raked 2007 Victory Vegas Pearl . last year I took my grandfather on a trip around (Only man to ever sit back there) for hi 97 birthday. WW2 Navy Vet. Dudes still kicking ass!
#Gho⚡tin
Sose The Ghost because most Members in the 40’s/50’s/60’s/70’s of 1% Clubs were Military Veterans from either World War,Korean War,Vietnam War. Because they fought for the United States/Canada/England fought for their a Country. Sonny Barger said in his first book Hell’s Angel that limiting Club Members to American Made Motorcycles may have been a mistake. #GHOSTIN
Supporting your own is never a mistake but we shouldve propped up other bikes
Harley-Davidson was very smart during World War II. They sent how long with their bikes for the war mechanics in Factory wraps and hope when they returned they would buy a bike from them they had riding programs during the war and mechanics training
He indeed said that. In a later book he explaned why. This man is a living legend. There were technical "better bikes" mainly crotch rockets. Those days are over now, Harley-Davidson and Indian now are nothing wrong with. Good explanation from the old days
The club itself is named after a B-17 squadron that took heavy losses fighting above Germany, their patriotism is legit and what is wrong with patriotism? "In true patriotism there is no place for prejustice" a famous US President once said. I ride Aprilia Italian made speeddemon
In the UK you will see 1%ers riding all sorts of bikes not just HD
@@jimmymc10021 I subscribe to a Channel from Europe and yes I’ve seen all makes/styles of Motorcycles on the Channel’s videos. I’m happy to see lots ride the H-D V Rod.
We take pride in our HDs old school back in the 60s and 70 we loved carrying tools With us and work on our bikes on the side of the road that's what we called real bikers 81 45 year Veteran HA
🙌🙌🙌🙌much respect
Its guys like you that gave me the love to ride and the life much love and respect always
mad mad respect to a man of honor and loyalty. the oils and grease from the guys up front covering your face and all over riding in the back. the recycled cop bikes from milk crates and junk yards...all of that....them days are gone, almost completely...old skool to most guys today is an EVO...sad to say...HD has ignored and at the same time profited from men like you and the culture you are. H&R to you, sir.
I don't know about loving having to wrench lol... but it was part of being a biker without a doubt. I know I had many a cuss sessions broken down where I'd rather been riding lol
It's hard to give homage to HD when they have outsourced many parts and don't respect who made them ! I love all the brothers who have stood up to all the enemies of freedom including some from within our castle. I ride a 2015 Honda 1300 but don't discount HD, got my eye on a Road King for the future. #Ghostin
I love my Vstar. It's reliable, it doesnt leak oil, and it keeps up with all my HD friends no problem. I even carry tools to help my HD riders out when we go on long road trips
Jokes
Wrecked my v star, 20 days later got me a '17 FXDL, Best trade up ever! And my 25 year old FLHR never pisses on my garage floor!
Not to make this a passing contest but I had a V-star 1100 custom and it couldn't keep up with my brother's softail in any way shape or form.
@@justocruz7479 i never said it was faster. I just really love the low maintenance cost, the reliability and comfort. I love Harleys. But my Vstar is just bullet proof. Its all good though. Nothing sounds better than a HD!
@@kencooper9336 I'd have to agree with you. They are very reliable. Mine looked good and sounded good too. But my brother's softail was the absolute best sounding and best looking bike I have ever laid eyes on. And it was fast and powerful. And he smoked us all lol.
Harley Davidson is just like any other major corporation in that in order to stay afloat and ahead of anyone else, they go where the money is. They capitalized on the outlaw biker image for years, because that's who was riding those bikes. But when they discovered a new buyer, they did just what any other business would do. With them, as with any business, it's never about loyalty, but about you buying their product. It's who's buying and most willing to shell out the money that they are most interested in.
So true theyve became the opposite of what people ride harley represent
Custom 07 Road King Classic. 19” front spoke. White walls. 14” apes. Blacked out 2 into 1 pipes. Hard bags. Willie G’s all over it. I ain’t an Outlaw, but folks say I look like one on it.
There are a few metric bikes that are made here in America. The honda shadow,vtx, and Goldwing lines were made in America (Ohio). The Kawasaki Vulcan line was made in Nebraska. I ride Harley, Suzuki, Honda, and Kawasaki. I may add a Yamaha an Indian this year.
When I was doing my time in the MC in CT my club got to help with Sonny’s security and I hung out all day with him and got a signed copy of his book , pretty interesting guy with some crazy ass stories
I bet hes been there since all this started
Keep up the good content brother. I've been riding metrics for the last 20 yrs. Proud to say I'm finally repping THE GREAT USA....! Proud owner of a Victory Vegas 8ball now.
Harleys are ASSEMBLED in America but the parts they are made of come from several different countries including China, Japan, and Mexico.
Thats crazy Demetrius Johnston! They are taking JOBS FROM AMERICA 🇺🇸 BRO.
This is a fact, Demetrius.
It’s helping build the American economy tho.
@@rubenrodriguez9480 its definitely not building the economy bro when you have parts made overseas.
@Rodney Brown the bikes are sold here taxes are paid here jobs are formed here because of the bike being sold here. How is that not helping build economy?
My Honda VTX 1800 is more American than some newer Harleys. Your still supporting American workers so there is basically no difference. Except Honda isn't pricing me out of a nice ride.
I ride a 98 honda vt1100 aero made in ohio
The profit goes to a Japanese company. I've owned and rode the hell out of 4 different Hondas. My club required an American bike, but 1 never sold my last Honda.
@@kevinweston1390 if harleys would be cheaper price wise more people would ride harleys,I had traded my 05 harley dyna glide for a nice boat then found my honda for 1800 cash this is the main reason I ride a honda don't get me wrong I miss my harley but the honda runs excellent and is smoother
Grandfather was born in 1909 Dad was born 1931. Dad told me because of the war Grandfather only owned American farm equipment tractors and automobiles.
Live American buy American
Build in America and I'll buy it. Build it over seas and you can keep it. Its not about what Harley thinks of me, its about my Brothers and Sisters having jobs!
God bless Americas soldiers and their Harleys. That rumble going by at night tucked me in for years.
Its a damn shame they closed Victory, I love Harleys. But I want Victory to succeed. And yes I know about Indian, but I don't like they're front fender look they got on most they're bikes
What I don't understand is that they were the same but Victory had better performance out the factory for less money. I was pretty disappointed when I heard Polaris was shutting them down. I get that they didn't want them to competing against their more expensive brand but, damn, at least get you more expensive brand on their level of performance before hand.
I agree with you on the Indian front fender. It just ruins the look of the bike in my opinion.
@@marshallmorgan3102 I don't like the style of them at all. But if the fender is the only thing, there is an aftermarket for Indians when it comes to fairings, fenders, ect.
@@crash7976 that's good to know. Thanks.
my Scout Bobber doesn't have that fender issue. I think they're catching on, the Dark Horse bobber same thing. I think they're just getting warmed up.
#Ghostin! Appreciate the history!! It’s good to hear from Sonny himself! 🦾🦾🦾🦾🔥🔥 Good Content Cuzo!
He's 80+ now, still pounding da iron, words / actions to live by...
Wow 80
05XL1200sport love my bike
After riding both, I do prefer my #HD2020SofttailSlim. My be fan boyin a bit, but you're my Sonny Barger Sose. You inspired me to get back on 2's and now lookin to find a club, even at 56. Lovin bein back out in the wind, wouldn't trade that freedom. #Ghostin.
#GHOSTIN. I like the Harley evos. They're a durable bike, run forever. I currently own 2 of them, a 1984 Electra Glide Classic and a 1993 Tour Glide Ultra Classic Anniversary Edition. I ride them like I stole them. Easy to work on, don't leak oil and very reliable.
Hey Sose, great subject. Never knew that about Sonny not liking HD. I bought a Victory in '99 when they first came out. Nice bike, but transmission problems right out of the box. Victory wouldn't warranty the repair, so I had another dealer get a way to get my repair done, no charge. I had a Goldwing for a couple of months, all the plastic was made in USA, the bike was assembled in Marysville, Ohio. I ride a 2007 Dyna Lowrider now. Absolutely the bike for me. I like the fact there is a huge following for HD, all kinds of help and advice on repairs. I work on my own bike so I don't mind fixing it. I don't view my bike as an appliance with no soul. I think Indian would be acceptable in the 1% culture very soon, if not already. Yeah, I keep up with corporate HD as I work at a local dealership. Enough said.... Best, Queasyrider
Nothing but mad respect man!
Good ole' "Uncle Sonny.".. much respect.
just for the sake of respect, my dad was 101st Airborne on D-Day landing behind German lines on Utah beach...my father-in-law was at Pearl Harbor in the Navy and just left the USS Indianapolis...
I also lived in San Berdoo Calif as well as being stationed there 43 years ago...couple of blocks over from the clubhouse as a matter of fact....we always buy American first.
I'm pretty sure that Sonny Barger was quoted a few times in the past as being a fan of or perhaps more like admired the Japanese bikes and I think especially Kawasaki but for the life of me I can't remember which model it was. But I also think this was related to how he felt about Harley Davidson so it may well have been more of a dig at them rather than a bonafide appreciation of another country's motorcycles. Perhaps somebody else knows more but no doubt he only owned American bikes but not sure if he ever rode any other kind of bike
I cant comment on THE CLUB cause I dont care the patch but I have spoken to MR BARGER on a couple occasions a all around EXCELLENT INDIVIDUAL, I cant say enough good thing about him that was my experience with the man
But as I've said to my son and to others WE SET EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS TO FOLLOW,WE DONT FOLLOW THE EXAMPLE OTHERS HAVE MADE, JMO KEEP PREACHING COMMON SENSE, sorry about missing the show NOT getting notifications!!!
#ghostin #roadkingspecial
When I was younger, I use to roll on metrics. But now all grown up I see the history and understand better. American Made. I’m a Merchant Mariner since 1991. Being gone for months at a time keep me from being in a MC but I respect the culture.
#GHOSTIN I haven't been getting notifications last few videos but, I check in multiple times a day!!!
i was offered to join a club called the missing link out of mountsterlling ohio and there ok with the bikes i have im just saying i would love to rock a davidson bro but i just dont have pockets that are that deep
You can get a used Harley for a fairly good price. Many of them have low miles, have been well cared for and already have various upgrades. That's what I did. That's just me though, your mileage may vary.
I wish I could put a picture up on here of my bike. #1998 Harley fatboy Chromed out with the solid rims. I love the older bikes because they have more of an original feel to it. Can't beat that 80 CI. Evo motor.
I wish youtube would upgrade that would be a good feature
@@SoseTheGhost they should. I've been wondering why they don't do that. It looks like UA-cam though has become another platform. They do like to sensor alot of things now.
Unfortunately HD doesn’t show the same loyalty to its customers as the customers show them. Everything is an add on and 5+ years behind on technology.
Yeah, not to mention $500 oil changes.
@@bigjon9508 Change your own oil? Tf?
@@DiggitySchwag Exactly
In the 60'a Honda and a campaign you meet the nicest people on a Honda and Harley-Davidson wanted to improve their image because they had a bad boy image. In the old days only cops and Outlaws Road Harley Davidson
30 years behind
I’m a veteran and believe strongly in buying American. With recent events dealing with China and Russia and other countries I feel it’s more important than ever. Learn from history. The lack of factories and ability to produce their own munitions was the largest factor in the defeat of the Confederacy. Now think how reliant we are on China for products.
#Ghostin As a former Victory and HD rider i will say the Victorys are more durable and a hell of a lot faster than HDs. I ride a 2018 #ZX10R and the adrenaline is what I am addicted to.
One thing about Sunny, he is consistent. I read his book years ago, and pretty much exactly what he says here.
Def true
I always liked the patriotism mentality, not of just 1%ers, but from the biggest part of the biker community. If your country makes it, you should buy it. That way you support your country. Where I am from, people ride Japanese, American, European (even 1%ers ) , but my country doesn't manufacture bikes.
That said, I am perfectly comfortable with my big, fat, 22 year old, Japanese, couch of a bike. People have told me on a few occasions to buy a HD, but why should I? If a moment comes when I want to buy an American, there are so many totally awesome American brands, that are in the European market as well, that actually respect their customers.
As for politics, when I see you talk about a subject concerning your country, I don't see a man talking politics, but a man caring about it. Loving your country is one of the highest forms of decency. If people loved their countries more than their pockets this world wouldn't be the mess it is right now. Keep doing what you do my friend!
As always thank you for the video. Greetings from Crete!
Sonny is a pioneer!!!
Def
#GHOSTIN
I ride two Harleys. 2019 Street Glide Special and 2018 Breakout. Both 117 Stage 4!
2020 I ended the year with just under 60,000 miles on my Street Glide Special. About 25,000 miles on the Breakout.
Had a Turbo Hayabusa that I just sold last July.
The Busa was awesome, but I love my Harleys most!!
I don't mind what anyone else wants to ride though... Personal choice.
Always Ghostin, !
Much love always brother, been off starting my business and apologies for not been consistent, but always here, coast to coast and border to border!
#GHOSTIN
My Softail pisses me off sometimes but I can’t give it up! I grew up around Harleys and I’m too stubborn to change.
Yea i like road kings better but ive changed my bike alot
@@SoseTheGhost I want a Road King, but first I want to get dirt bikes for my son and I. The little guy wants to ride!
#ghostin. I like how he put it. It's about what's comfortable and for anyone to put you down for what you ride has forgot what riding is all about. It's about the sense of freedom and the inner peace that riding brings you.
Thats the truth
#ghostin #victory #v92c
I grew up in a union household and was raised with "support unions, support America" mentality. I try to buy American whenever possible but we don't always have the option to. If I wasn't riding a Victory, it would be an Indian or a HD.
Families like yours are what have made this country great, i hope your vic treats you good
I dig this video, Sose. I've read a couple of Sonny's books to help me get a clue about how I can have a respectful conversation with a man from 81. I've met and spoken with a few so far. Nothing heavy just a "how ya doin'" kinda thing while we are outside having a smoke. Keep the videos coming because this education is important! Peace.
Much love drew
Dope Content ✊🏽💪🏽🔥
Thank you big brother
Did 2 tours in nam and have rode harleys since i was out in 1968
I didn't think the hells angels had a national chapter
Both my grandfathers we're in World War II and I was raised that we support are Manufacturing companies in the US because when we went to war they produced for our country and when you support foreign manufacturers you could be producing for a possible enemy I ride an Indian and a Harley
2015 Yamaha Bolt, fast enough to keep up with most HD reliable AF but the aftermarket world isn’t there and that’s the main reason I’ll be switching over to HD for my next bike
I am 68 years old and I ride a 2009 Harley Davidson Rocker C......You have a GREAT UA-cam Chanel keep it going.........Ride Safe..............
Thank you ride safe
#Ghostin in Oregon Ridin a 2010 Twin Cam. Started on a Knucklhead, then an Evolution, and now ridin my second Twin Cam. HD is an expensive ride but there is nothing else like it. I also wear custom built Langlitz leathers built in Portland Oregon.
Sitting on my dream bike over here. A Gen 2 Suzuki #Hayabusa. Thanks for all you do Sose, and shout out to the Chief himself. It's guys like you who help make the culture what it is. I may not be 1%, but I love learning all I can about the culture. And between your vids and Sonny's books, it makes it possible (for the most part, since you can't learn it all unless you're in it). #SYL81 #Ghostin #Hayabusa
There always a reason. think everyone learnd a lesson bout not paying attention to politics when rico focused on mc culture... breaking barriers and pioneering just like ur channel, anybody that dont know. This kind of interaction and openness between 1ers and general public has never been done on this level before. EVER... your doing a great service of cleaning up the image, bringing true unbiased answers to myths and misnomers, intern bringing the culture into the mainstream evolution so IT WILL survive, and THRIVE. see what u truely doin with it, ain't just using ur situation to prosper. Much love sose. #ghostin oh yea and
#custom built dyna lowrider. And she bad af baby...
Been riding Harleys here in South Africa since the late sixties, have had twenty-three of them from my '37 Knuck that I've had since '75, up to my current TwinCam...and they have treated me excellently.
One of my Shovels ran over 300,000!
Wow 23 of them
@@DemonsRow yes, 23!
One Knuck, a WL, seven Pans, four Shovels, a crap-load of Flatty and then two Buells before my current TwinCam
Yeah Harley Davidson has really shot itself in the foot these past few years
Love seeing this channel pop up in the middle of my F* CKED UP NEWS LIST HOLY SHIT WTF.
YOU GUYS ROCK.
KEEPING IT REAL
Thank you lola where you from?
@@DemonsRow RI original right here. lol. Waiting on a moment to have a chat with a coupla Honest brothers no BS. Lotsa things going on I need to figure out. Fo reals. Looking for a bike too got a promise to keep
I'm ex Navy and love my harley, but my riding club allows everything above 600 cc. Most of us ride harleys though
Great videos. I just found your channel yesterday and Love it. Thanks for doing this. 👊🏻
I ride a 1993 Kawasaki Vulcan, if I had money for a Harley I would absolutely ride one!
#Ghostin #ALR104 #SAA great subject. Currently ride a custom Yamaha 1900, 95 flhtc. Keep up the good content MLH&R
Sup ghost!! #ghostin!! Painting the tour pack and listening!!
Yes brother
Great video as always my brother 🙏🏼
I understand every word that Sonny said. I ride a 88 Softail Evo. I personally like the Indian .But yes Sonny is right. I have met Sonny and we are are the same page.
A bit late seeing in responding...new to the channel. I have 2 HDs, a 2004 Softail Heritage and a 2001 rigid/springer sportster. One of the things I have noticed is that while the bikes are American made, it seems like almost everything else with the HD label on it, like hats, shirts, jackets, boots, bandanas, gloves, helmets, and etc, are mainly made in China. I am all for free market trade, but I feel like HD should be giving more attention to American manufacturing... especially now.
So true
Another great video and I really enjoy your channel. Being and owner of a 17 Harley Road King Special and loving it, I also have my opinion of the motor company. Here's my 2 cents: Harley started down the wrong path when they started moving away from being the motorcycle for the everyday American. That demographic is the largest in the US and Harley chose to turn away from them and attempt to cater to the elitist or older folks who could afford their ridiculously high prices. All this while the Japanese manufacturers came in and said yes to the common man offering a more dependable ride for an affordable price. Harley should step back and re-evaluate it's failing business model and realize that they need to provide the best bikes at reasonable prices to regain the throne as America's best.
On the bright note, one of the new bosses at HD is making a valiant effort to improve the used motorcycle market they Harley and make them more affordable to people.
I’m pro American I only drive/ ride American brother 08 street glide! By the way I’m left above the knee amputation! If it’s your dream live it !
#GHOSTIN I am pro American. I am a Vet. I wish Harley would give the clubs a little love. Clubs and guys like me kept them alive through the AMF years. I caught flak from guys when I got off the Shovelhead and bought a used EVO. My 2 bikes are both EVOs. 92 Heritage and 86 FXR. Old coots on old scoots. I may breakdown and buy a newer bagger now that I am 60
I ride a Hayabusa yet I have respect for all Motorcycles, because to 2 wheels are 2 wheels and it’s about enjoying the ride not hating on another riders Motorcycle.
I agree 2 wheels is 2 wheels
The funny thing is that HD isn't completely American some parts come from foreign countries and HD has been moving it's factories to other countries while some foreign countries have their bikes built and made in America
It's all about getting around tariffs. If Honda didn't build bikes in the U.S. they'd cost damn near what a Harley does. Harley moved operations overseas because countries put high tariffs on Made in America, and some won't allow importation. Unfortunately, it's the nature of the beast to lose "purity"(?). If a doohickey made in Brazil costs half what the same would cost in Indiana, you'll increase production in Brazil.
Indian is no better. They use overseas parts, and Polaris is a Canadian company.
The only way to 100% USA is to take years sourcing each individual part, and build your own. Then you end up with a 40K Softail....
Rest In Peace Sonny!!👊👊
#GHOSTIN 2001 Indian scout, 2019 Road King
I just got a 2000 Victory V92SC Sport Cruiser w/ 485 miles. I had 6 recalls repaired. NO transmission problems. My first USA motorcycle out of 10 I’ve owned.
100% USA made ???
I saw Sonny at the Hooters Casino in Las Vegas back in 2012 - Memorial Day weekend. I was wearing a motorcycle shirt. He gave me the thumbs up and said hello. Pretty cool !!
Is it just me or nobody like mentioning Indian motorcycles. They are American as well and go back forever!! I hear fewer complaints about them compared to Harley's. I was wondering why a lot of 1% percenter never talk about Indians or ride them compared to Harley's? Any answer on that Sosa Ghost?
Polaris made Victory but the problem they faced was being able to compete with the Harley brand name. So they bought the Indian motorcycle's brand name to be able to be competitive with Harley Davidson. So it is relatively new to the market. That's why your not hearing a whole bunch yet believe me you will be hearing more and more .
Indian has gone out of business over and over again since 1901. Me personally I wouldn’t want an Indian because the aftermarket selection is shit. They’re good bikes but to say they’ve been around forever isn’t right
I was thinking the same bro
Great work BROTHER well done love SONNY and the HELL'S ANGELS from AUSTRALIA.
Much love brother #Ghostin hit the thumbs up for me brother!
Also everyone saw Easyrider back in the day & they wanted a panhead.
I'm 74, and decided to buy a 2019 harley freewheeler.I rode 2 wheels since 1965
Nice
# Ghostin I ride a 2009 softail standard with lots of extras including apes and a stage 3 kit. I had wanted a HD since I was 12 years old ( now 55 yo) and it took me 30 years till I could afford to get one which I ride every day.
The early bike culture were former America GIs from WWII. Most of the early members of MC clubs like the Hells Angels MC were brave veterans of the Marines or other military units. Riding American is respectful to our heritage.
Definately agree with you.
In Sonny’s movie Dead In 5 Heartbeats the Motorcycles used by the main Characters were all Victory Motorcycles.
@Tracy Beck That’s because Victory was discontinued by Polaris on January 9, 2017. Victory Motorcycles due to struggles in establishing market share and limited profitability. The brand itself would also be discontinued. Dealers were to liquidate inventories, while spare parts would be made available for ten years. Dealers were to continue offering service and warranty coverage to owners. Parts would be made available for ten years
I gotta watch it i heard it wasnt good
@Tracy Beck thats what he said here in this video
@@SoseTheGhost The book was better but the movie is good it has Real 1% M.C.s in the movie and Real Club Members. You can buy it on iTunes. I have the DVD and iTunes version.
I know it’s a buster show and at least three of them were in it but I didn’t realize he played Lenny on SOA
I be the first to say im 100% harley. That being said its not for how it is now, its for the history in it. I ride a 1972 electraglide, love that bike. It may require more work, tooling in 72 nothing like in 2020. Machines weren’t as precise. But technology has ruined this country. Everyone relies on it. So i just stick with my old school stuff.
Saving up for a Honda Rebel 500, don’t hate it will be my first bike!
Never bro enjoy the ridepound that likd
Sonny a few years ago wasn't riding a Harley...
He's been riding that 2008 victory vision. I guess when you get older and your beat up for riding from a young age you go for comfort.
If you’re lucky 🍀
Yo. Star Raider. Sick bike. It’s a Yamaha. I sold my 05 HD Standard. Great bike but with what I got in My Star would have cost me thousands in upgrades for my HD. Keep up the work bro. Ride what you like It’s all about two wheel culture kid
I had the star stryker it was a nice bike
Wish Polaris never got rid of Victory I would likely be riding one rn instead of my road glide.
I currently own a 2013 Victory eightball 🎱. Totally love the bike. Hopefully soon or later Victory revives from its ruins or ashes to full glory
@@marcovich95012 Sadly it'll never happen. Polaris got rid of them because they were competing with the more expensive Indian. Victory had better performing and looking bikes at a better price. Wish it was Indian that got shut down. I'm not into the way Indians look, at least from factory anyways. The first thing that would have to go on their touring/bagger models is the Chieftain head on the front fender. It just looks weird.
Sadly it will probably never happen. With that being said, I'll keep my Vegas till I can't find parts for her anymore.
2008 king pin 8 ball and it is a bad ass machine,it will eat up the 103 and 107 HD.A few of my buddy's have the street glides and it will run them all day.I do love the Harley look still the best looking bikes on the road....HANDS DOWN
@@bryanbarshinger6971 Yea, would be riding a Victory if Polaris didn't shut them down. Indian at a premium price and has less performance (and honestly doesn't look nearly as good imo) off the floor then what the Victory models did.