I bought a Harley? Seriously?
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- Опубліковано 3 вер 2019
- So, I'm back, sort of, I think. A little bit. How's that for non-committal? I wanted to introduce my new bike (I kid you not,) and do a regular all-over-the-place vlog.
Indian lovers, fear not - this bike was traded for an Indian before I ever took delivery of it.
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Welcome back great to see you riding again. Great bike looking forward to seeing more videos. Ride safe my friend!
Well you popped up on my suggestion list so I'm subbed, thanks for the ride along brother 💯,it doesn't matter to me what someone ride's as long as they are out there riding, and yes I watch all kinds of things on UA-cam, I hardly ever watch TV, ride safe Brother and big RESPECT from Missouri 💯👍
Glad to see you back. Do videos whenever you feel like it. Just have fun with them. :)
Welcome back nightcruiser your videos are great the way they are. You don’t want to become like everyone else. You may want to add short videos but that doesn’t mean you need to stop the long ones. Listening to you ramble on is part of what I like about your videos. They feel real and like you’re just shooting the s*’t with a friend.
Love to see you back vlogging! You have, what we call in our household, "shiney object syndrome." "Seeet Jaguar!" "What is that, a Cadillac?" LOL!
Great bike! Looking forward to the review.
Oh absolutely. I should have horse blinders on when I'm on the road.
LOL. I did too. I had a Victory Highball and used to watch your channel. I noticed you weren’t doing many. Well. I sold my Victory for a Harley LOL. Just a couple months ago. I’m glad your on a Harley now too. Funny. Well, ride safe fellow HOG member. 👍🏼. I love all bikes.
Lots of us get have wee down times and coming out the other side is the main thing. Good to see you back and if vloging helps thats great but just do whats best for you. RG looks nice all black, I'm an Indian rider with a Chief Dark Horse but I do like the look of the latest HDs. All the best pal
Heeeeees baaaaack!!! LOL
Great seeing a new video from you brother! Looking forward to the follow up!
Thanks my friend! Appreciated!
It's been a while since I've been watching bike videos. At one point last year, I was so concerned about you being absent that I PM'd you to ask if you were ok. Today I was excited to see your video on the Challenger pop up, so I had to go back and watch this first returning video! Glad you're back and I hope you feel inspired to keep on vlogging!! You tell a great story and that is lacking in many of today's YT videos. Stay safe and I'm looking forward to catching up with your channel! ✌👍
Great choice with the Road Glide!...
Road Glide nice bike. I test road a 2020 today !! Love it !!
Beautiful. Congrats.
Wow, dude-awesome! Like subbed!
Glad to see you back~ Just got back from a quick trip from MA up to the Canada on my xsr900. Our neck of the woods is no comparison to VT.
Nice! Yes, VT has a some beautiful roads, as does Canada. I live the XSR900. I'm just too fat for it... lol
Good to see you again!👍
I have a Chieftain and I’m super happy to own it. I test rode HD SG and RG, I think Chieftain is better. Please compare them
Great to see you back.
Thank you!
Your right, you need to up your video game.
I grew up in Plymouth then immigrated to my father's home country of West Virginia. Me and my 2018 chieftain limited would be bored on those roads!
I stomped around up on the cape a couple summers after high school. Bought a 94 Suzuki RF 600 brand new off the showroom floor at Wareham Suzuki when I was 18 then rode it back to WV when work dried up in November that year.
I had no business owning that bike at that age.
It's amazing I have lived this long!
I've been doing research on what my next bike should be. The Road Glide is near the top of my list. Along with the Indian Chieftain, Yamaha FJR-1300, and the HD Electra Glide Standard. I wish that HD would use a mono shock, Indian would use a frame mounted fairing, and that the FJR had a lower seat height. Anyway, very nice bike. Hope you let us know how you like it after you get used to it.
Yall’s highways are different from ours. Cool bike though. Props for branching out.
Great choice-you will love the M8 114 is so smooth and powerful!You will not regret!
I am really amazed at how many people comment without watching or reading the description... lol... this was a pawn to get the Indian that I actually wanted.
1-Open all the vents and get a taller windshield.
2-Get new shocks
Nice to have you back! I always enjoy your motorcycle vlogs. I too have been researching the Road Glide. How is the seat height for you?
The seat height on the Road Glide Special is fine for me, even with a 28" inseam. But you pay for that with a really small rear shock.
I subscribed because I love the new bike and really liked the video.. keep em coming my friend:)
Thanks.... but I hope you read the description and saw the end of the video that lets you know I've traded this for an Indian :)
NightcruiserMA ... I missed the last 3 secs of your video and didn’t realize it😳.. you were right talking about a twist!! Lol Reality is I’m a Harley lover but still love all bikes so I’ll b staying subscribed:)
@@rambonie3339 Awesome way to look at things my friend!
Enjoyed the sights in this video, especially passing The Common neighborhood eatery. Stopped in there for a great lunch in 2016 on my way down to Virginia from New Brunswick, Canada.
UA-cam likes 10~15 minute videos. So this is pretty on point.
Glad to see you back. Let's see a walk around of the bike. How about a test ride on the new Low Rider S???
I can definitely give you some better shots of the bikes. As far as other Harley reviews.... we'll see how that goes... lol
@@NightcruiserMA You have one of the better editing techniques when it comes to showing off the bikes. Keep the good work coming.
Glad to see you back. Do the youtube vids you do......Don't worry about others.
I bought my 17 Roadmaster because of your review vid. On a side note I'm trying to trade it in now for a new chieftain but they offered me $11 grand.....ouch. I hope you do better with all the trade in you do lol !
Neither the Harley or Indian have good trade value I have owned both that's where the dealers make money by giving u little for your trade and reselling it for thousands more
David Hayes you are right! Bad time of year to but $5200 under KBB ouch. That quite a bit more then I have experienced in the past. Ole well I’ll keep it. I love the bike just got that itch for a new one.
Life is too short to be riding a bike you don't like!
Awesome bike!
Welcome back. Funny story- I saw your videos over a year ago about the Roadmaster because I had interest in one, and I ended up going out and getting a 2018. Love the damn thing. Just did the 5k service. I own Harleys too though. You've got a sweet Roadglide, and the black looks great. Hard to beat HD in the paint department, but if you're unhappy with it the Indian Challenger is coming out. I'm probably going to trade my Roadmaster in for one if I like it.
I'm also waiting for 2020 Indian challenger. Industry insider says name change at release????? I check every day for its release. I have a RG now. Love it. But liquid cooling 120hp. 🤔
Open all 3 vents helps a lot
Great bike, enjoy.
I traded in my indian for a harley and test rode the Challenger before I made my decision on a RGS and I have no idea what this dude is talking about when he says the Road Glide isn't put together as well as the Indian. Sure...the challenger puts down some more power on paper but that's equalized by rider variables so really not that big a deal, and I'll give an edge to the suspension but none of that is saying that the 114 is slow or the suspension is not good by ANY MEANS. The fit and finish of the Harley overall is by far imo better than the Indian, to me the Indian felt cheap, plastics galore, had a tinny sound with cheap rattling sounds. The screen on the Indians infotainment looks like they pulled it off and old LCD TV and it's laggy and the paint on the Harley is far better. Then we get to the HUGE difference between the two brands and that's the dealer network/aftermarket scene/ community availability. Indian is severely lacking in those areas...trust me I know. Overall the looks, support, fit and finish heavily outweighed the two slight advantages the challenger had on the RG so it was an easy decision for me. My buddy chose the Challenger (still a great bike) shortly after he got stranded due to a cracked radiator and several weeks w/o his bike (see dealer network).
Put Vance and Hines twin slash ovals slip ons on. I have a 19 road glide and it sounds great. Not obnoxious but has good tone.
Good to see you back! Ride more, eat less!
lol... you're not kidding! Now if I could just ride somewhere besides places that have food!
The comments from people who didn’t watch the entire video is the best part of the video. RG is my favorite Harley and I truly wish they rode as good as the Indian. I’m excited to see the up and coming Challenger. Hopefully it competes against the RG as well as the Chieftain competes against the Street Glide.
The Road Glide is the best handling Harley there is.
One of their better handling bikes.
That's a shame.
I know it's been a while but where did you get the floor boards on the Suzuki boulevard m109r?
zero cool lol, now there's a question I didn't see coming! I never had an M109R. I had a C50T that I bought used, and to the best of my recollection they were stock foot boards.
@@NightcruiserMA my apologies I thought it was a boulevard you were on when you were giving lessons to Sally.
@@zerocool75 No worries! Thanks for watching :)
How did you trade the Harley if you didn't own it? Or did Indian dealer call you and say they wanted the trailer? I hope your new video comes up soon. Ride Safe
It will be up soon, I think. But I know me well enough by now not to promise anything, but yes, I traded a bike I hadn't picked up yet.
Welcome back Dev. how are your wife and Sally doing? Always enjoy your vlogs, but. What the heck does this mean?
"How i traded this Harley for and Indian before i ever picked up the Harley"
Can't wait for that video.
Thanks Charlie! (It's Ev, not Dev...) My wife is doing fair - has a tough year, but hanging in there. Sally's been great through it all and very helpful to her and us. How are you?? And yes - I traded a bike before ever picking it up. A new record for me! lol
@@NightcruiserMA I'm good thanks. Nice to have you back on the Tube. Enjoy your vlogs very much. Keep Em coming.
Still my favorite channel!
Aw, thanks! The check should arrive this week! :)
It seems like the screen on the RG is so far away compared to the Chieftain
It is. The positioning of the display and gauges on the Indian are inherently a better design, IMO.
Oh wow, he lives!
Muahahahaha!
Have had a 16 Road Glide ultra for three years. Not another motorcycle out there that I would give it up for. Also the local HD dealer is outstanding. Always putting on special events at the dealership. Get a free lunch while good looking girls wash your ride.
Hey congrats on the new bike. Hopefully, maybe everything works out with it. You don't sound very happy with , or about it though. That's the obvious thing right now. Harley isn't for everyone , and is the best bike in some people "OPINION". Just don't tell them it's their opinion though.
Ride safe stay safe and enjoy.
Thank you my friend. Yeah, I'm not a big fan of the Harley culture, but as I said, this bike was already traded for an Indian before this vlog was ever made. So, I'm a happy guy!
It's a Special which means the back end is lowered and therefore less travel in the shocks.
Yep - disappointing. 2.2" of travel is just not cutting it for my fat butt... lol
@@NightcruiserMA I bought a '19 RGU (which is not lowered like the specials) and I love the bike.
Fred D Best bike H-D makes! Love mine!
@ARTHUR SEA And still an inch and a half less travel than the Indians. If they could fix that, they could really make some inroads there.
Man it just kills you to compliment that Harley doesn't it!
lol, I like Harleys, sort of. It's just the culture around it I have issues with.
What's it like to be on a bike slower than a victory
Richard Gordon lol, although this is, as I said, bring traded for an Indian, I can tell you, as much as I would rather not, that this 114 M8 absolutely destroys the Freedom 106 in both torque and hp. Of all the things this bike is, slow is not one of them.
@@NightcruiserMA how's it compared to the Vic and the Indian
@@richardgordon2325 In what way? Speed?
Does not matter if you like Harley-Davidson or not if you are a long distant lighter best dealer Network in motorcycle industry that means a lot to me
I bought a 2007 Electra glide in June this year. Cowboy Harley Davidson ripped me off.I'll never buy another Harley or anything Harley-Davidson has. I miss my VStar. Denny Morehead made illegal left turn and got hit riding my VStar. Now he won't even talk to me or pay for. What a little Sissy. You do have a nice bike .
Yeah, I had some issues with my dealer as well. I wouldn't say ripped off in my case, but definitely not the integrity that I would look for. I'm sorry to hear about your V-Star!
You Ain't Glidin, You Ain't Riding
SHOCKS ARE SHORTER ON THE ROAD AND STREET GILDE. If you want the higher clarence you should have gotten the road glide limited. Since you gained that weight, you should adjust your shocks. Harley sets them to 150lb riders.
i have a 2017 road glide take off the wind deflectors in front off gas tank lower 2 pieces put them in the garbage get a fredom shild go for a ride
Dude. Listening to you just sounded like my own situation. Just sold my latest S1KRR as the body and kangaroo suit was compressing my spine too. Black and orange red Danaise is just sitting there. The Money! Anyways. I’m gong to listen to you to help me get out of it too.
Yeah, I have a long ways to go before I can even get up the courage to try that suit on... lol...
NightcruiserMA - I doubt I’ll need it if I ever buy an HD like I’ve been thinking. But track days require it so...that kangaroo skin with some heat might give a bit. The stretchy sides are good. It sucks getting old. Greetings from Syd AUS 🇦🇺 I was looking at your bike. It’s the cool HD.
subed cause you said you like guns!
seahunter75 lol... Works for me! Thanks!
Welcome back. I am very interested in your opinion of the Road Glide versus the Indian bikes. I will be looking to upgrade my 2002 Ultra Classic next fall. I have tested the 2018 Ultra Classic and 2017 Road Glide Ultra. I need to look at the Road Master
6 Months from now he will be in the Indian Challenger.
Pedro C Seems possible!
Can you imagine just buying a Roadglide. 😄 opps Indians new Challenger comes stock with 103 hp and 113 fpt.
You might not have watched the videos that follow this yet :) Bought the Roadglide to trade it for a Chieftain Limited :)
I had a Victory and been to Victory ride them home to Spirit lake Iowa . Now I'm riding a Harley-Davidson. I test drove Indians don't like them!
my scout was too light for the highway no matter what fearing I installed including full fearing from Blackmore the poor thing was just too light. one day, Harley gave me a miracle deal and so I was compelled to look the other way. I love my road glide because it is stable very handsome and what a lovely exhaust note. though I love the technology and the style of my Indian scout 60 I may never be able to go back to Indian unless I have the ability to collect bikes . I can only afford one at a time. and the next time I may be on a goldwing. and so bye bye Indian. it was very nice to know you.
It's a shame you overlooked the Chieftains or Roadmasters. Rock solid bikes with a better ride and better reliability than the Harleys, but I will say that Harley does give some great discounts to move their bikes. I'm glad you love your Road Glide! Ride safe!
Your never going back. Welcome aboard.
You clearly didn't watch to the end.. :)
Your correct, I commented prior to the end
@@thomashall6937 No worries... just found it ironic.. lol
@@thomashall6937 I don't watch my videos to the end either, btw....
(4:56) Stop sign.
Yeah! Those are new there. Dammit. I'm not up in the center of Foxboro very often anymore even though I grew up there. Thanks for noticing, I think... lol
Glad you are back. Son you no longer own this bike?
Nope! I pick up my Indian this week!
@@NightcruiserMA Was the Chieftain smoother than the Road Glide? Any thoughts on the new Challenger model with the fixed fairing and water cooled engine?
@@JLDock On a smoothness scale, the Chieftain is about a 10 in smoothness, and the Road Glide Special is about a 3. No comparison. The standard Road Glides may do better, but I wasn't crazy about the look. Harley has just never been able to match the 4.5 inches of travel on the Indians. I haven't seen enough of the production Challenger just yet to know. Like everyone, I saw the original mock ups, and then saw an ad recently where they showed the front end with the rest of it hidden behind a Scout. If it looks good, I'll get one next year. One thing I have enjoyed about the Road Glide is the open feeling you get from the fairing that's far away from you, similar to a Victory Vision. If I could get that type of fairing with Indian's reliability and the lack of Harley stigma, I'd be a very happy guy. The water cooled engine should be absolutely awesome.
NightcruiserMA I just saw the 2020 releases with the 116 stock, was this your hint as to waiting this week to pick up your bike? This video has helped me, because I’m looking at a 19 Road Glide Ultra and NOW a 20 Chieftain DH or new RM DH....but the RM DH isn’t blacked out. Thinking the comfort and performance, stereo, handling, shocks are far superior than the HD RGU.
@@JLDock Actually, I traded for the ’19 Chieftain Limited knowing that I would likely end up on a Challenger in the future, but not this year (and probably not next year.) I saw the ’20 RM DH and I like it a lot. It is blacked out, with the exception of the pipes and a few trim pieces. It looks pretty good. I would say that you’re correct in most areas (in my opinion.) The Roadmaster has the Road Glide beat in comfort, handling, shocks, and infotainment. I think the sound system (speakers themselves) is a wash, and the performance of the 114 seems just a tick better in my mind than the 116 on the Indian, but I am very happy to be back in the Indian family.
dude where were you for so long??
al mulakim Really? Like, 25 seconds in and I talk about that...lol. I understand. Most people don't get past the first 20 seconds 😊
@@NightcruiserMA as I was typing my mesg I heard you were not motivated... but then i posted any ways..
And dude... you ride cruiser motorcycle.. big clunky chunky loud machines... since when you started caring about keeping your video light and quick?? Dont do that.. we love your videos as they are..
@@almulakimaalimalriadiat9068 lol, I also ride pretty quick sport bikes around a track. Sometimes you have to change with the times.
ADD much. In a good way.😂
Allll the time! Oh look, a squirrel......
WELL I have to level with you. Your chances of having serious engine problems on the HD with-in1,000 miles are about 40%. Chances of engine issues after 25,000 miles > 80%. First hand experience ! GOOD LUCK! Also I do not see you dressed like the mindless hordes that ride HD, thinking ( only thinking, but not in reality..lol) they are "bad" and looking like "pirate wannabes" .... nope just don't see you as that. I could be wrong, but I dont think so.
You are correct on all counts. That's why, as I said in the video and in the description, I'd already traded it for an Indian before I even recorded this vlog. And no... though I went through a short phase about 5 years ago with the vest and some patches (not a three patch vest, but nonetheless...) it's not something I would ever have interest in. I'm not in grade school anymore... lol
@@NightcruiserMA well said, they act like kids in grade school copying each other. Question have you ever looked into the various BMW models? I really like the BMW GS series.
@@davidfalgout7304 I have. I have ridden one for a review I never published. The one I rode was a couple of years old and had a few issues, but it was nice. Not much better reliability than Harley, though. I did go and look at them when trying to look for an interim bike, but Harley dealers seemed more keen to give me better trade numbers.
Actually, I rode the K1600GT, sorry. The GS is too tall for me.. lol
Let's see if I can throw a monkey wrench into your plans by saying only one word: Hayabusa.
I have two words for that. I already have an Aprilia Tuono :P In no way was that two words, I know, but Aprilia Tuono was two words so... oh crap... I write like I talk in my vlogs....
You will learn to appreciate Harley dealers more and more you will find them so handy because so many of them unlike Indian dealers, say you are on a trip and something happens every little burg seems to have a dealer and as a traveler you usually go to front of repair list,part of like the Harley family thing as they say. That bike is very quit and smooth hey need louder Harley pipes haha. Oh doing fine on your videos like talking to me in person like your style and voice a natural tuber...
I'm a Harley guy my self and I plan on picking up a 2020 Tahitian Teal Electra glide limited really soon, only question I have is why black? I love black but I hate black bikes because everybody has one, I'm glad you're on a Harley though. Not a fan of Indian. Also it's a special that's why it rides rougher, if you would have gotten a Roadglide Ultra or the new Roadglide limited the ride would be much better. I've put thousands of miles on a few different style Harleys and I've road a few Indians and I could never go into a Indian over Harley. Another thing is definitely upgrade the windshield the stock Roadglide special windshield isn't the best.
To bad the Indian is actually a better bike . No oiling issues like your harley m8 . The Indian will blow your harley off the road as well .
@@bradhardy2629 I highly disagree, tell me that when your going cross country and you break down and nobody for a 300 mile radius can work on your bike for one. For another I know plenty of people with Indians and Harleys and they much prefer the Harleys for reliability and comfort and as for the blowing it away part, I've already seen my buddy line up his 116 and get smoked by a few 107s and 114s along with two 117s completely blowing him away. I use to have a lot of respect for Indian but the more the start knocking off Harleys the more I hate them. The paint is garbage,and the whole bike is nothing but plastic. I could go on and on but I notice you Indian fanboys get to butthurt. Especially sense I wasn't trash talking Indian till a butthurt fanboy decided to say something. 🤷♂️
@@bradhardy2629 lmao again but hurt fan boy. You may have a 111 but I know someone with a 116 Indian. And I work on my own bike when and if I need to. You keep getting robbed by Polaris buddy. Either way you enjoy your Polaris and I'll enjoy my Harleys
Didn't watch much of the video, or read the description it seems, as I'd mentioned that I had already traded this bike for an Indian, before I ever picked this bike up. Indians have far better quality and comfort. I chose back because I liked it, and the reality is that it doesn't matter if you had a purple polka dotted Harley, you'll never stand out, because everyone has Harleys due to peer pressure, discounting, marketing and high pressure sales. The Roadmaster beats all comers when it comes to smoothness, comfort and reliability.
@@NightcruiserMA I actually did watch the whole video. I've road 2 Indians. I beg to differ on the quality and reliability and comfort as my ElectraGlide has a far better ride than the chieftains I have ridden. As for the Indian "standing out" they did at first. Many many years ago when they were true Indians. Now like every other brand they mimic Harleys and are just another wannabe. They have a lack of technicians, it costs way to much for any shop to even buy the software to begin to work on them. Therefore you have to go to the dealer with imbisol kids that don't know what they are doing. The reality is they will never stand up the Harleys quality history and or background. If you break down in the middle of nowhere good luck finding a dealer for your Polaris. Everybody knows how to work on Harleys. I know people with over 200k on their Harleys and have never had an issue and I know people with barley 20k and 30k on their Indian and it's nothing but a headache. Either just another wannabe Charley that's all plastic and made for uptight asshats that only put 10K miles on their bike in 10 years.
Ev glad to see you active again. Hope you and your wife are doing well. I got to say. I went to my indian free test ride and harley test ride. Two days apart. I wanted to like the indians. I really did. But I fell in love with the road glide and street glide. Disliked the look but the ride fit me. The indian scrunched me into a cramped unnatural seating position. The harley just fit my frame better. But wife and I are now looking at getting a triglide. Hopefully soon as i sell my 57 thunderbird.
Hi there Greg. Hope you and your wife are doing well, too. Your Harley story is what I love to hear. Someone that tries other brands and feels that Harley is the best ride for them. What I can't stand is those that are too threatened to even try and Indian or any other bike and just come back with the, "If it ain't a Harley, it ain't a real motorcycle" crap. So I'm very glad you found what you like! Ride safe and thank you for always being there!
i got a buddy thats got a Polaris
trey scott Nice! I have often thought one would be nice. Did he get a snowmobile? ATV?
Or is it a Harley knock off
No and No. Just kidding! Kinda surprised though...
I think it is simply preference. I am on the fence between the road master and the limited Harley. If you like the Indian, you can lie to yourself about liking the Harley, it's very obvious that you prefer the Indian. That's ok. I love looking at Indians, but can't see spending more money changing the wheels, and front fender to one that I would like when I already like the Harley styling. Buy the Indian, I'll still watch your channel.........the little shot about the Harley culture......come on man, we just ride motorcycles, all of us that come here. Btw, a Road a Glide Special does not have the same suspension, seat, or windshield as a Limited. Peace. Maybe I'll see you at a demo day in Foxboro some time.
Prior to around 2017, you;'d have had to change those things out if you wanted what we, today, would consider a more traditional fender/wheel look. But take a look at the Chieftain Limited from 2017 and 2018, and you'll see a bike that appeals to our more modern preferences right out of the box. And the 2019 Limited line has some Victory and Street Glide styling to it, which made it a win/win for me.
NightcruiserMA that is what has me looking at Indian. However, by the time I add lower fairings, a trunk, and a touring seat, the Harley Limited is more affordable. I'm holding out for a Roadmaster with Cheiftan Limited styling.
My friend you don't have to justify purchasing a HD, it is what it is, SIMPLY THE BEST, even when they aren't at their best for whatever reason, it's still better than an Indian. Uh oh, donning my helmet & bracing for shock. Lol
Mr. Avery lol, and so it begins.
Your new Road Glide special has short shocks on purpose. Swap them with a Road King shock and you gain one inch. Yes the Indians have a great rear suspension, very plush but you can get great rear suspension ride compliance on that Harley. Just stinks you gotta spend some cash to do it. Check out Matt Laidlaw on UA-cam. He has a rear shock for baggers that is excellent. Made by Russ Wernimont Designs. It’s a partnership with Walker Evans. Great shocks by the best off road shock builders in the industry. If you are tall I highly recommend them. If you are short, well sorry, not much you can do about that. Great video.
Junker but glad ur back. Kidding brother ride safe
lol, my feelings too! Thank you!
Blah blah blah! Whats your point. Sorry dude I had to cut the video short. Getting sleepy! Lets see Sub Delinquents latest! Yeah! Sub Rules!
Buy a Harley without a windshield and complain about the wind management? Must be a Harley rider thing. lol
Benny Nash lol, a touring bike without a windshield. Only Harley can pull that off 🙄
😲 man you scared the daylights out of me. I thought for a moment you traded your Indian in for a Harley-Davidson. Then you started talking about the trailer and I thought well maybe he traded the trailer and a Chinese scooter in for the Harley Davidson and kept his Indian. 🙂 and you did. Never fear, even if you parted with your Indian I would continue to look forward to your videos. Watching and listening to them is like getting on my bike and going for a ride without a care in the world. I have a 2012 Victory Crossroads Classic and I will keep it until its wheels fall off. During the years I have owned it, except for the battery and tires, I haven't had any trouble at all from it. In 2012 Polaris Industries just lost interest in manufacturing the bike and stopped upgrading it. The eventual outcome is that sales stopped rising. I'm not happy with Polaris because of what they did to the Victory. I like the Indians but will I ever buy one, probably not. Somewhere down the road they may get tired of building Indians and let that beautiful machine fall by the wayside too. Keep riding and continue to VLOG. OOPS wait a minute! I think you only have what about 3 hours and 20 minutes worth of good riding weather left up there. Oh well, there is always next year.😁🖖
Board
Soooo.... like, a 2x4? 2x6? Plywood?
I can tell you for a fact it's put together better than an Indian and better material quality to boot. To top it off holds a lot more value over time which is why you were able to trade in what you did for what you did,the will never happen at an Indian dealer. Good Luck with the RG
Hmm... not sure you can state that as a fact. Reliability has not been a strong suit of Harelys, and most groups I'm in are full of people talking about the sumping issue on Road Glides along with various other doo-dads that fail. They do hold value, but that had nothing to do with my trade as I was not trading a Harley in. They just discount a lot more than Indian does. It's not a bad bike, per se, but Indian has just set the bar really, really high.
@@NightcruiserMA I can say it because I've owned both,the fit & finish on the HD is unmatched by anyone also more metal parts on the HD. I'm not gonna say I didn't like the Indian but it lost hands down to my Roadglide. Also Indian has their share of problems too and the dealer network and service are lacking compared to HD. All competition is good and pushes the brands to innovate. Indian has caused HD to step up their game substantially which is good for consumers. The 2020 touring line with the new features is a perfect example. I look at Harley bikes as a somewhat blank canvas ready for your touches,almost anything one HD can be changed to your liking.
@@ljohnson9440 I've owned and ridden both as well. I think it's great to have opinions. The Road Glide and M8 groups I joined were full of people talking about the various things that have broken on their new bikes, followed by responses that were essentially, "man up... it's the Harley way." While it's nice to have lots of places to fix your bike, it's nicer to have a bike that doesn't break as much. Again, these are opinions. Mine's different from yours, and my experience has been different from yours, but I'm glad you shared a different point of view.
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lol, so not only did you 1) Not read the description and 2) Not make it to the end of the video, but you didn't even make it to the 2:45 mark! :P
@@NightcruiserMA I understand how you got it, but i have no interest in hearing you talk about a Harley Davidson. Indian is a FAR better bike but i will say that Harley is more creative when it comes to moving motorcycles. Dealer network sucks for Indian, but thankfully, they dont need a lot of service whereas Harley...
@@snakebite6511 Oh I know about the service, believe me. What I meant is that you missed in the description and at the end of the video where I mention that this has already been traded for an Indian :)
@@NightcruiserMA Glad you said something, i liked the ending :) re-subscribed
@@snakebite6511 Thanks! Much appreciated!
Do you babble like this in all your videos? Your videos will be much better if you get to the point!
lol, I absolutely do, and I don't really want to change that part, soooooo.....