Why the HELL Does Harley Keep Hurting Themselves?

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ต.ค. 2024

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  • @thedragon1322
    @thedragon1322 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +10

    Because Harley has always had the mindset of, you'll take what we give you and you'll like it.

  • @growlers90
    @growlers90 37 นาทีที่ผ่านมา +1

    Excellent video, speaking as a UK chopper rider I love your thoughts of mounting the new engines in old style Harleys but I think the frames are not up to it. HD’s have always looked cool but the new models look plastic and then of course the home mechanic can’t touch them. Gimme “Old Skool” every time.

  • @bobhartman2571
    @bobhartman2571 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +4

    Agree. I think Harley should start changing their name to "Harley -Euro -Davidson". When you stop making the tried & thru Road King standard, something stinks.

  • @jmullany
    @jmullany 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +8

    On top of the price, the Harley QC is dismal.

  • @MotorcycleEnjoyer01
    @MotorcycleEnjoyer01 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +6

    Harley was ALMOST onto something with the Pan America and Sportster S. Then they made the Pan America cost more than a freakin Africa Twin or any other world class ADV bike. There goes that. Then they make the sportster S, and it’s finally fast, but now has ergonomics for toddlers. Anyone over 5’7 looks like an elephant on a unicycle on a S. They can’t live off of ‘glides’ forever. Something has to change or they’ll be a very small exclusive customer base company in the future. They’re not a motorcycle for the blue collar man or woman anymore.

  • @ckenoshmeg3963
    @ckenoshmeg3963 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I completely agree with one of your statements. I bought a 23 Honda Rebel 1100. Looked at a few HD's, and instantly thought, why would I spend twice the money for half the features. Love the look and sound of HD's, but too much money for what you get. Especially if it's your first bike. Even if I end up buying a HD cause I need something bigger for a passenger, still not gonna get rid of my REBEL. TOO MUCH FUN TO RIDE!

  • @bydarkwaters2055
    @bydarkwaters2055 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Harley-Davidson has turned me into an Indian rider. Goodbye H-D

  • @browngreen933
    @browngreen933 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    You're right on both accounts. Without the traditional HD look it's just another metric bike. Without an entry bike HD is closing off new riders from joining the brand. 😢

  • @azadr9231
    @azadr9231 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I agree with you.
    They're intentionally not playing in that part of the market, and I think it's a big mistake.

  • @kevingonyea
    @kevingonyea 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +3

    One of the reasons I dislike H-D is because of the Government involvement in the 80's, the consumer should choose winners and losers NOT the Government. Additionally, Trump will put tariffs on all goods manufactured outside the U.S. including H-d.

  • @robertheinrich6334
    @robertheinrich6334 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    I had a 2022 Nightster with rev max 975 engine rode more like a metric bike I owned, rode it for a year. Traded it in for a 2023 Low rider S. Nightster just did not look or feel like a Harley, I tried to like the bike the performance it has was great but again like a metric bike felted more like the Yamaha I owned rather than a Harley. I had to take it in 4 different times for electrical issues, dealer fixed them under warranty but the issue was having to take it in. I really enjoy the Low Rider S I would say best bike I owned.

  • @BigWiLL_973
    @BigWiLL_973 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    My 2024 Vivid Black Street Glide was 32k out the door.. I love my Harley 🥰

  • @AwesomeAliza
    @AwesomeAliza 41 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    In terms of entry-level classic style bikes, Royal Enfield is also a force to be reckoned with. They make gorgeous classic style bikes at approachable power and price levels, without the "Harley culture" that turns a fair amount of young people away from the brand. I was able to get a fantastic 650cc/47HP cruiser for 7.3k MSRP that came with a simple but effective GPS navigation pod and a fancy paint scheme. HD offers nothing close to that value!

  • @andyinsdca
    @andyinsdca 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +3

    It's definitely not doing themselves any favors, H-D dealers are starting to close/fail (like Los Angeles H-D in Fullerton)

  • @stefanocappella9612
    @stefanocappella9612 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +2

    They should never have gotten away from the evo in my opinion 🇨🇦

  • @ctsnider88
    @ctsnider88 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I have a 06 Sportster. I do believe that Harley has lost its way. 😢

  • @Crashking14
    @Crashking14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I kind of thought Harley may use that writer's edge course bike as an entry level bike the 350 but it don't look like they are

  • @eliinthewolverinestate6729
    @eliinthewolverinestate6729 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Small displacement with more power. Put those Harley's on a diet. They can make an engine half the size and more power. Cut cost in good ways. I like the fast x Harley. I think the digital sportster gauge would be nice in a road king. I don't like the Rebel look or The Buell super cruiser. They both could use like a Bott frame. It would be cheaper and easier to make. The 500 cc and less is the biggest seller in Europe.

  • @dmcharley64
    @dmcharley64 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    And that's why I bought a 2002 1200C last year...just to have one

  • @matthewdaley2870
    @matthewdaley2870 32 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    Does the "small veteran owned business" have a name?

  • @godsmack7734
    @godsmack7734 55 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    I don’t Harley has any interest in making affordable bikes. Honda and the other manufactures want more customers so they price reasonable. Even the Indian Scouts are way better than the Rev Max bikes. I have a Nightster Special and as good as it is, I just won’t keep it.

  • @ArneAsada69
    @ArneAsada69 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Old Sportsters wouldn’t pass emissions for the European markets. Plus Harley is too big, heavy, and expensive for the Asian markets.

  • @dang2473
    @dang2473 41 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    Harley is actually making a single cylinder bike , the x440 in India. Just came across my feed...I hadn't heard of it??

  • @MiketheNerdRanger
    @MiketheNerdRanger 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    All I ever hear is horror stories of Harley's dismal QC. They're too expensive to be this trash.

    • @1hdoilfielddad244
      @1hdoilfielddad244 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      Mines been awesome. Tires, oil, mods, and a water pump recently, but it is a 2014.

    • @MiketheNerdRanger
      @MiketheNerdRanger ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@1hdoilfielddad244 That's awesome! Have you been on any new ones lately?

    • @1hdoilfielddad244
      @1hdoilfielddad244 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@MiketheNerdRanger no i havent, the new look of the touring line isnt for me. I have heard theyve been problematic for alot of people.

  • @jefferybeining-oy2eu
    @jefferybeining-oy2eu 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +2

    Harley doesn't learnfrom its mistakes.They are junk now

  • @motorcyclemichael2182
    @motorcyclemichael2182 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Indians look pretty cool 😎

  • @ArneAsada69
    @ArneAsada69 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I want to see a Harley Davidson Grom fighter. 125cc and 10hp.

  • @JohnDoe-bi4ho
    @JohnDoe-bi4ho 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +15

    When Harley went woke. I will never buy another Harley

    • @Badger22-p9w
      @Badger22-p9w 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +3

      💯

    • @MiketheNerdRanger
      @MiketheNerdRanger 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      Gasp, Harley wants to hire people you don't like??

    • @SVTBansheeman
      @SVTBansheeman 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Harley employs over 6,000 people according to Google. I won't not buy and hurt all their workers just because a few of the top people made a decision I disagree with.

    • @road_king_dude
      @road_king_dude ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Yep. Same ✋

  • @jasonbreedlove495
    @jasonbreedlove495 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    It all starts at the top, and the board definitely don't know Harley Davidson. Harley Davidson is pulling to far from thier roots. Look at what made Harley different, American made, distinctive look and sound, plus easy to own and customize or maintain. I get there is a need to keep with the times, but don't Shun your current owner and don't make these bikes overseas!
    I do love my 24 Roadglide, but I've been tempted to crossover to Indian a couple times.

  • @ahoneyman
    @ahoneyman ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    The average Harley rider is over 50 years old. New riders aren't coming. The Sportster and Nightster S aren't selling because riders over 50 don't want them. Other manufacturers do the Nightster thing better for far less. The beginner Harley is a used Harley. New Harley's should be luxury bikes aimed at wealthy riders in their 50's. Focus on that.

  • @donrudeboyt1895
    @donrudeboyt1895 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +2

    Well, if they make those rev max bikes over sea, and sell them in America, President Trump will put a tariff on them. No help for companies building outside the US.

  • @MrXltennis
    @MrXltennis ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @geraldjlemoine
    @geraldjlemoine ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Black Rock, Vanguard bought up more Ukraine farmland than what Russia annexed took over from Ukraine. Let that sink in for a few minutes.

    • @Prometheus1979
      @Prometheus1979 45 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

      What does that have to do with motorcycles.