Harley Davidson Pre Ride inspection

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  • This week we look at a few things to look over on your Harley Davidson motorcycle. Keep those beauties running tip top! If you or a friend need a new to you bike, check the listing on the 18 heritage out right here:
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  • @veteranveteran9915
    @veteranveteran9915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I wish every mechanic was as honest and detailed as you are 👍

  • @scratch_440
    @scratch_440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Good luck on your new venture! Anyone with enough sack to even attempt to start their own business has my respect. Cant wait to watch you grow as a businessman 🕴

  • @msg63bretired82
    @msg63bretired82 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Hey man I’d rather go to someone like you instead of going to an incompetent dealer whose service manager tries to tell me the USB port on my 2019 Heritage isn’t a factory installed option so I have to call the salesman and have him go back and explain to the service manager it’s indeed a factory part and since it’s not working it’s a warranty repair.

    • @leonsumrall524
      @leonsumrall524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This comment is exactly why I go to a vtwin specialist vs the Harley dealership.

  • @DxiLanyap
    @DxiLanyap 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    John, this is one of your best. It’s serious and business like with lots of information. Thanks and keep them coming.

  • @jarhead8100
    @jarhead8100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Living in Harris county I’m glad to know I can take my Harley to someone if I need!

  • @BlockheadMoto
    @BlockheadMoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    Is stuff opening up there yet so we can come raid your mini fridge? 😁 Awesome vid as always sir! 🤘🏼

  • @donzollars8187
    @donzollars8187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Absolutely love how you"listen" to the bike.
    So many Tech's just do the once around and call it good.
    A well trained ear and but in the seat is worth a lot more then a book smart tech.

    • @donaldduck2801
      @donaldduck2801 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I heard that somtimes the full service will be done by a trainee . And will be final checked by a real tech.
      The service bill is " original Harley davidson ".

    • @paulherzog9605
      @paulherzog9605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thats why i don't like a radio on my Road King. I want to hear the engine, etc

    • @donzollars8187
      @donzollars8187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@paulherzog9605 absolutely LOVE my 2015 RoadKing!

  • @YogisCycleService
    @YogisCycleService 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome. Looks like things are going pretty well. Blessings to ya and keep those cameras rollin.

  • @Supermankev2001
    @Supermankev2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    John, I like the new relaxed John. I think you will do very well with your shop just judging by the way you seem to just love having your own place. Loving the new videos

  • @reece_bhc1056
    @reece_bhc1056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Dude I'm loving this energy this is great I can definitely tell your happy man

  • @digitalmotorhead5323
    @digitalmotorhead5323 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Awesome new motorcycle shop man! I love seeing people get out there and take good solid risks like this. It's inspiring!

  • @davidhelmuth5707
    @davidhelmuth5707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Spent over 10 years in Columbus and ft Benning. Love the videos of you riding around town. Throwback for me, thank you!

  • @rottweilerus
    @rottweilerus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey John, looks like your shop is coming along nicely. Great video, as usual’

  • @Jbborcherding
    @Jbborcherding 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Loving this. Can't wait for more John, kudos.

  • @BigBert
    @BigBert 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video John, thanks for sharing the process and your thoughts as you go 😎🤙🏻

  • @6013kmb
    @6013kmb 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its great watching you work on bikes again.

  • @jlforeman45
    @jlforeman45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the t-shirt ... motorcycle missions rocks. Thanks John for all your work.

  • @mattohanlon9450
    @mattohanlon9450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video!! Also, got my shirts yesterday. They are awesome. Thanks again!!

  • @williamsmith286
    @williamsmith286 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As always,enjoyed the video,...and the bike, part of this old mans bucket list!

  • @jasonbreedlove495
    @jasonbreedlove495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Awesome video, appreciate talking through the check. It's nice to see a business owner and mechanic who has passion for what they do. I know when I get home I still need to get my belt tension adjust bc I had the squeal when braking/slowing.

  • @joezednick3197
    @joezednick3197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good job buddy, love the spoke "pinging",,,, I used to do that on every service I did. Also when I started in business, consignment was a big part of it.
    Ocala Fl.

  • @smokeater7512
    @smokeater7512 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video buddy!! Keep up the great work and stay safe!!!

  • @paulcadby6925
    @paulcadby6925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely great vid big John. I have the same bike and same rattle. Will now check my stand. Best of luck for the future man 👍👍👍 three dirty thumbs for ya

  • @keithparr8880
    @keithparr8880 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see the shop full John

  • @thegofastkid806
    @thegofastkid806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    God do I love the heritage’s... I’ve got a CVO streetglide and still feel warm and fuzzy about the heritage.. it’s just sooo classic

  • @bikerboot9096
    @bikerboot9096 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Never thought to check the kickstand. Attention to detail. Nice 👍

    • @edwardmcgough6947
      @edwardmcgough6947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The clip on the kickstand has come off twice on my '19.

  • @Dadmoves49
    @Dadmoves49 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lookin like things are good so far man congrats on the biz and best of luck to you!

  • @justanotherviewer52
    @justanotherviewer52 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks John. Good pre-ride information.

  • @howder1951
    @howder1951 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice bike, i enjoyed the test drive, your cam setup is just like riding my own steed, checking the speedo and mirrors. Thanks fir the vid, cheers!

  • @shannonklotz7260
    @shannonklotz7260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey John love the video and that is a sweet bike! kep them coming ,me n my son are planning a road trip next spring and planning to swing by and say hey dude , we really enjoy your videos .

  • @jimbarnett3856
    @jimbarnett3856 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks John, great information as usual. I just bought a 2018 Heritage Softail and upgraded to a Stage 1, Love it .....great bike.

  • @bobmaslan2401
    @bobmaslan2401 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    John, First, good luck with the new shop. Nice video. Funny how my 2018 FLHC had two of the same issues. Saddlebag rattle was because one of the bolt holes was not tapped through, and the bold did not tighten against the bag all the way. I tapped the hole the rest of the way, and the bolt now seats fine. The other was the clip at the bottom end of the side stand came off. Funny how some things just happen. Keep up the videos.

  • @aylineramirez3154
    @aylineramirez3154 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing better than watch this awesome video having a cold🍺! Loved it! Thank you! 🏍😎👍

  • @jamesgabaldon1239
    @jamesgabaldon1239 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad I found you here, man! I have a 2020 Heritage S, so I enjoyed watching this video. I wish you all the best with your shop too!

  • @MOTOSARGE
    @MOTOSARGE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great looking bike and appreciate the education on the pre ride inspection brother.

  • @RobFrederick_Koob
    @RobFrederick_Koob 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good note on the Spark Plugs. About to have my 2018 Soft Tail serviced, and will mention that. Looking good and happy in the new VLogs, keep it up!

  • @BTDTChino
    @BTDTChino 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    About to do my weekly once over on mine before I leave for work.

  • @Azzazel26
    @Azzazel26 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, great sense of humor! This video gets a big dirty thumbs up!

  • @vulcanman64
    @vulcanman64 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best Harley mechanic in the net. Wish I lived nearby to get you to take care of my road glide.

  • @toddmayer6859
    @toddmayer6859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitely learned some things .... appreciate your sense of humor as well

  • @williammatthews9033
    @williammatthews9033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice keep up the good work John!

  • @ecrusch
    @ecrusch 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    First thing, the audio on your new helmet set up is WAY better.
    And boy buddy, if that bike gets a Big Dirty Thumb's Up, you KNOW it's a good deal!
    Love the channel (and the new shop), brother.
    Eric,
    Kissimmee, Fl.

  • @tomb.8485
    @tomb.8485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing all the tips.

  • @stevepalazzijr7896
    @stevepalazzijr7896 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video John, shop looks great too. Spoke tap was interesting, I'd like to see a video of one that sounded off and how you adjust it.

  • @kennethanderson1685
    @kennethanderson1685 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maxwell Rocks!

  • @andycoombs1136
    @andycoombs1136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for the head/wheel bearing tips, have recently brought a fat bob which had sat for 5 years. making some strange noises now and again. will be able to at least narrow things down👍

  • @scrmnvrod
    @scrmnvrod 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your work John.

  • @nickhildabridle1612
    @nickhildabridle1612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The jiffy stand is sort of important. Thanks for all the useful information. You need to give some old school sportsters some love!!! Still looking forward to your lift review and why you picked it over another Handy lift.

  • @rodneyhanbaum697
    @rodneyhanbaum697 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wishing you great success!!

  • @Bolt5520
    @Bolt5520 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video!! Keep up the good work sir!!

  • @davidheredia2561
    @davidheredia2561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First off congratulations on your shop. Second thanks for the video as always very informative.

  • @motomark9736
    @motomark9736 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are well known as a good mechanic and should do great congratulations on your new business 👍

  • @MerchantsGarage
    @MerchantsGarage 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good stuff man. Awesome that you have you own shop now and branching out in selling motorcycles.

  • @Purfefun2
    @Purfefun2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats on the new business!!

  • @JNewellworks
    @JNewellworks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the intro, great video keep it up John.

  • @vitoraimondi2626
    @vitoraimondi2626 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dirty thumbs up for Maxwell Motorcycles!

  • @OZARKSHDRIDERS
    @OZARKSHDRIDERS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's not 2020s style, it's Maxwell's style, all great check's John, it's nice to see you having your own shop brother, ride safe and keep the kneese in the breeze 👍🏼💯

  • @paullatino1462
    @paullatino1462 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Didn’t realize you had your own place ...
    Congratulations and good luck brother !!
    Love your videos

  • @hdheavy1313
    @hdheavy1313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good day sir from Victoria B.C. I am a retired tech myself and I got a kick out of this video. Dry squeaky foot pegs were always my pet peeve, especially foot boards with the detent ball. Poor techs always seem to miss those. Good on you for opening your own shop. Good luck to you John, I enjoy your humble style.

  • @leestevens4536
    @leestevens4536 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best of luck on your new endeavors!!

  • @jerielyork1985
    @jerielyork1985 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations keep up the good work hope to see you one day God bless

  • @imonaslot1
    @imonaslot1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah! Well done mate, great to see! 🥂

  • @jerryhubbard4461
    @jerryhubbard4461 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The exhaust on this bike is the exact one on my 2010 Heritage. American Custom Exhaust. I love the slip-ons. They take you original slip ons and gut them and repack the inter walls of the muffler. I think the best sound of any pipes you can get Unlike the dealer pushed Rinehart and other popular exhaust that sound like tin cans. I also kept the stock intake cover on my Heritage with a state II cam change.

  • @bobmilo2786
    @bobmilo2786 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats and best wishes with the new business John.

  • @robbierussell9536
    @robbierussell9536 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job John. And congratulations on your business..someday I'll leave Florida and get you to service my 2017 Sportster low t..good luck

  • @stuartbuckley8720
    @stuartbuckley8720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I change plugs and wires every spring when I do the seasonal service which covers the entire bike, even screws holding the brake/ tail lens.

  • @boomerzman6148
    @boomerzman6148 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    JM thanks for the tip on the cap rattle. Dealer couldn't find or claimed ignorance of the problem! 2019 FLFBS SE4...OG

  • @shadetreesurgeon
    @shadetreesurgeon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Can’t wait for the fxr to get this treatment 😂

    • @TheHarleyTech
      @TheHarleyTech  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I have the last week of august blocked off so I have time to look it over 😂

    • @DavidSmith-fw6uj
      @DavidSmith-fw6uj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you or doing well down there 👇 in
      Florida .. have you seen the Bagger race
      Love from Mississippi USA 🇺🇸

  • @lawrencewiley3104
    @lawrencewiley3104 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir for your educational videos I’m a new rider need all the help

  • @willyafg
    @willyafg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty awesome this guy has his own business now. Happy for em

  • @russpost2557
    @russpost2557 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see your off on a good start ..... I will go to a mom and pops place before a dealer if I can help it

  • @shanestafford9502
    @shanestafford9502 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dirty thumbs up Johnny !!

  • @gucci4871
    @gucci4871 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Going over basics always good

  • @FLYBOY123456789
    @FLYBOY123456789 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    good luck with your new business...wishing you great success.

  • @getoffmygrass6974
    @getoffmygrass6974 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pre ride inspections is almost a must with Harley’s. Not sure about the M8’s as they are way smoother but Twinkie’s and back like to shake, rattle and roll things loose. Blue loctite, you’re my best friend. Great video John.

  • @mtay1or_nc
    @mtay1or_nc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love what you do man! You doing a podcast would be rad!

  • @Z17xMachine
    @Z17xMachine 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad you have your own place now, John. No more Chattapooga HD lol

  • @TheMilitaryBiker
    @TheMilitaryBiker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job as usual mate, cracking tips. ✌️

  • @leighmarino1318
    @leighmarino1318 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done brother love your stuff 💪

  • @amandakolhagen2127
    @amandakolhagen2127 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally just picked up my bike from the dealer yesterday to have my gas cap replaced under warranty for that rattle on my 2018 Streetbob. Haha Hope to make it to your shop soon.

  • @thebigbail
    @thebigbail 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Solve the bag rattle with a small zip tie around the bag mounting disc, beside the bag fork. Put it on with the bag mounted.

  • @jameslanning8405
    @jameslanning8405 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey John, good to see you stepping out of the dealership, and into your own thing!
    "Good luck!"
    5 fluids to check... Engine, Trans, and Primary ofcourse..
    But also the brakes. They just about all use fluid now days. Front and back!
    And lastly... Forks! Front forks have a fluid in them, that is similar to hydrolic oil.
    And hey! I'm just inviting you to check out the video on "Oil Purge," on "Delboy's Garage," channel. By purging the old oil from the oiling system, you get like, another quart of old, dirty oil, from the system, besides just the tank and filter...
    I think it's worth th quart of clean oil more, to KNOW, you got clean oil throughout the entire system...

  • @andrelokollo759
    @andrelokollo759 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoying your videos Brother😎👍🏽

  • @Tryke_Ryder
    @Tryke_Ryder 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want it!! PS: good luck on the new shop!

  • @DrFreedom76
    @DrFreedom76 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That helmet's dope man, looks great with that visor

  • @whiteguy4282
    @whiteguy4282 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Biking is his business...and business is goood!!!!!👍🏼👍🏼

  • @LatinoRider
    @LatinoRider 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really love the new black out Heritage.

  • @CandyBarMoto
    @CandyBarMoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video's John. Super excited to see you starting your own shop.
    At 5:20 when you start checking that rear tire. It looks like the tire is cupping when you spin it.
    It could be a trick of the light at the bottom of the wheel. But it look weird.
    I wish I had a tech/shop close to me. That was as Thorough as you are!
    Keep up the great my Dude.

    • @doughuntley2974
      @doughuntley2974 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I noticed the same thing.

    • @HD2O13XL12OOC
      @HD2O13XL12OOC 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah that tire liked wierd to me too

  • @pmdinaz
    @pmdinaz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sadly, i just sold my Heritage yesterday. Wife had a hard time being a pillion on a cruiser. Looks like a new bike for my solo riding may be on the horizon.
    I took great care of that bike and the new owner should be very happy!

    • @Jack-yl7cc
      @Jack-yl7cc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would have just given me an excuse to replace the pillion seat with a luggage rack, and add a drivers backrest.
      Although since you already sold your old bike, the Road King is a nice replacement option; just need to remove that ridiculously large wind screen and add highway pegs. Also need to make sure you get a version with cruise control; that rates fairly high on my nice to have list for road trips.

  • @ZachHamm-wi3dx
    @ZachHamm-wi3dx 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fan of you roo!!

  • @roadglide1745
    @roadglide1745 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    09 FXSTC kick stand bushings broke apart about 15k ago. Cheap to repair, put grease in them. Hardest part was hooking the #@%^$ spring back up. Ride safe.

  • @tattoowho
    @tattoowho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Had the gas cap rattle on my 18 Low Rider. Took a hammer and punch and fixed it .

  • @hbarwickjr
    @hbarwickjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A good video John, you are indeed a professional Harley Davidson mechanic. Seems you could do warranty work under some auspice of Harley approval to give those types of customers a little extra peace of mind. Your going to do well before you know it swamped with customers!

  • @floridaguido
    @floridaguido 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video John and you seem to be enjoying your independence from The Man!! LOL

  • @bodytemple
    @bodytemple 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my god, i wish i could send my bike to you to get serviced...you amazing with your detailing for a pre-ride inspection. My bike doesn't hold a charge, i cleaned my carb and did a rebuild, changed my spark plugs, charged my battery, the bike turns on over and runs but the moment i go to ride it, it turns off.

  • @dougod581
    @dougod581 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    All good stuff 👍

  • @gqp3215
    @gqp3215 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do it. Worked @ Harley York under amf, laid off when new owners bought out amf. Union shop. Had my own water well business after 10 years of machining @ h-d, b&d. Got an 81 super glide with a rebate and co. employee discount for about 4k new, leftover. Was a year old when I got it. You will find as a business owner, feast and famon as far as money. Nothing like being your own boss

  • @stonegallimore1163
    @stonegallimore1163 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    His energy is up since quitting hd and I can imagine why lol

    • @PebblesGloria
      @PebblesGloria 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And why do you think that is? The boss dumping to much work on him? Or Harley breaking down more often than other bikes?

    • @ragingninja4292
      @ragingninja4292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Probably makes twice as much now too.

    • @donaldduck2801
      @donaldduck2801 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ragingninja4292
      I hope so for John.

    • @donaldduck2801
      @donaldduck2801 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@PebblesGloria
      Maybe John is too exspensive for Harley. Cheaper to let the job done by a less experiance newby and let the tech onley do the final inspection.
      Quality ?....nah..

    • @Faileduserattempt
      @Faileduserattempt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Prooobably because he left his job to do what he wants to, when he wants to.. anyone would be happier and more energized after that. 😏

  • @ronnysavoie8048
    @ronnysavoie8048 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck and nice shop

  • @kentgoudie344
    @kentgoudie344 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoy the videos
    Very informative. Thanks.
    Kent springdale Newfoundland Canada