Hi Shawn... Let me tell ya... you and Robert Rob are the only vloggers that really make riding your 883 a true adventure. Makes me feel like goin' out and gettin' one. I could listen to both of you guys all day. A real pleasure riding with ya out in the country "smellin'" that cedar and all. Feel like i'm right there with ya. Safe ridin'
Been out riding all day and only headed home because my butt couldnt take not more:( Dead nice to watch the beautiful straight highways just scroll by and relax with a beer. Thank for the video Bro!
Oh man, I know the feeling well! It seems as though I was that age yesterday... I can tell you this, it does get way better if you have dreams to do so! And, if you want something bad enough, and you let the thought of it tickle the back of your mind at all times, it will come to be way sooner than you can imagine! The pieces have a way of all coming together... Next thing you know, you're off dreaming about the next thing. I hate using this term, as I think it sounds like corporate cliché BS, but it's all about setting goals! Thanks for watching and keep the dreams alive! They do come true...
Another good video, love it watching your travels while the wife is watching her TV, the roads in the states look much better than here in the UK. My son in law picks his new Iron 883 up tomorrow, looks like a good machine for cruising around.
Good video Shawn. Your Sportster sounds really nice. Mine is all put away for the winter here in northern NY so it is good to watch your video and to feel like I am along for the ride.
Gabriel Menezes Oh man I hear ya there! This winter has already been way too long it seems... I'm itching to get out there! Thanks for the view and comment!
Thanks a lot Jacob! I bet being away from home and your Iron makes you crazy home sick! Especially now that the weather is about to become nice and it will be good riding season... Hopefully you'll get some time to come home and play for a while soon! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Shawn Smoak oh yes Shawn!!! i was home two weeks ago and bought my 883 brand new, now i am coming home every chance i can take leave. your videos are awesome, just thought you should know lol
I am watching all your vids and enjoy them a lot. I like the way you talk and drive at the same time, makes the videos a lot more interesting. Living in Sweden, I am having a winter break as well and it is tough to not drive for 4 month. Keep upt hat good work.
Found you off to the side in recommended vids. Subbed, you seem like a pretty cool guy. I know the feeling about storage was well. North eastern US right here, we get those 6 month winters too. Then 2 months of solid rain then it's too stinking hot and humid to do anything before it dips below freezing again.
These long winters are almost more than one can take, but they make for the most incredible summers that it almost seems worth it... Thanks for the kind words astaschak! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Been following your suspension upgrade videos for a while now. I only got 2 decent riding days in for January. Next warm day will be in February. So far haven't missed a month without taking at least a couple days to ride... oh, I'm all the way up in Massachusetts, so you know it's been cold! Riding a 2014 Iron, only real mods were drilling out the exhaust, and installing passenger pegs and a 2up seat. Love the videos and enjoy the ramblings, so keep it up, :)
MysticRiverCo Well thank you very much! Congratulations on the 2014 Iron. I hope you get some good riding weather soon... Thanks for watching and commenting!
I like watching your vids. I'm getting a Ultra Classic next month. Watching your vids makes me stoked to getting back on 2 wheels after 2 years. You seem like a cool dude. Keep the rubber side down.
Congratulations on your future Ultra Classic Travis! Going to feel great to get back out there after a 2 year hiatus... Thanks for the kind words Travis! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi Shawn, im Paul in the UK,im a Fan of yours, i realy like Videos.im just a Guy age 56 who Drives a Jeep Liberty Sport.i hope to get a Harley Sportster like yours. keep the Videos comeing.thanks Shawn.Paul.
Paul Gregroy - Hey Paul, that's awesome that you're looking at getting a Sportster. They are so much fun ride. You'll really enjoy it! That's cool that you watch and enjoy the videos, I really appreciate that! Thank you very much Paul!
Hey man I found your videos just a few hours ago and I really enjoy them I'm 15 and want to get a 883 but I'm gonna wait until I'm 24 or 25 before I get one for the most part I think it's the bike I want but you proved to me that it is and I thank you for that
I thought the country lanes of Hampshire England were green and pleasant, Wow, Oregon, if that's where you are, very beautiful. Like to see it in autumn, sorry fall as you guys call it
Thanks Alex! I'm one state up in Washington, but it looks the same in both states... My mom is Irish and I grew up knowing it at Autumn, and it is quite stunning here. However it's short lived because around the peak of beauty, rain and wind storms come through and wipe it all out each year. Thanks for watching and commenting Alex!
Hi there, what camera do you use, I've done a couple of videos of my Iron, via my mobile (I'd like it if you had a look), but very inferior to your. Any info on your camera and where you wear it would be appreciated. Keep the vids coming, cheers. Barry.
XD I knew about Mr smoak before and I've seen this video at least twice but im here again because I googles Iron 883 wallpaper and I recognized the image :) - Hopefully I'll have my Iron 883 soon (Oo,)
One thing I like about G+ ... Before it I clicked "like" on lots of videos and guys probably thought I never watched them. Now at least you know who is watching and what audience likes what you have uploaded.
I like that you have a multitude of bikes. I have been going back and forth on what bike to get when I finally buy one. I really like the Iron, but I'm afraid at 6'3" 220, the 883 won't be able to push me along at hwy speeds. How does yours do? (Also, I'm not a speed demon, especially on 2 wheels)
I'm the same weight and have no issues what so ever. Even went on a group ride with the Harley dealer and there were a ton V-Rods and I had no problems... Make sure you test ride one, as they may feel a little cramped at 6'3". Forward controls can easily fix that though... Thanks for watching and commenting!
thanks for videos too, looking to get iron 883, but still getting my license. im thinking of putting my mirrors down too, can you tell of any advantages and disadvantages? thanks and love the bike
My average over the past 10 months has been 49.73 mpg, to be exact... I use only OEM Harley filters with Motorex 4T 10w50 full synthetic motor oil and Royal Purple 75/90 gear oil in the trans/primary. Thanks for watching Jacob!
Thank you very much fanci5287! It's completely stock other than a SE Stage-1 Flash and 1/2" holes in the muffler restrictor plates. Oh, and some suspension mods... 13" shocks and fork spring kit. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I really need to stop watching your videos, Mr. Smoak. I keep getting the urge to ride again, specifically on a Sportster ;-) Yes, I agree with you. There's nothing like the smell of a wood fire on a cold day. Is it me or does the GoPro shoot better in darker condition than on sunny days? I was watching another video of yours, during last summer, and the picture quality seems better on this one. Whatever the case may be, please keep the vids coming. I enjoy'em :-)
Shawn Smoak The rain is what we need! I looked at that video that you recommended. That was pretty awesome! Have you tried the Triumph bonneville or Thruxton?
I know what you mean about going from a big bike like the Venture to a smaller nimble bike like the Iron. I find I like the Sportster 72 over my Softail. I'm still trying to figure out all the things Google + does & YES you need to vid more of what you fix at work I find it very educational & interesting
Hey Shawn Smoak , I've watched a bunch of your Iron 883 videos and just wanted to say thanks.. I've had my eye on it for a few months as my first bike and your videos have been helpful. Slightly unrelated but I wanted to ask you. I've heard the Iron has a lot of vibration issues, especially at higher speeds, is this something you would consider a serious issue or is it something you've even noticed? Also, I've heard of people scraping pegs going around corners, is this something you've found to be a serious issue?
Thanks for the kind words Craig! For about the first 500 miles of break-in, the pegs seemed to be a bit buzzier than I've felt on my other Sportsters. But it just simply went away. Must have just been a breaking in thing... I ride 70~80 mph down the freeway quite comfortably. You feel the bike, you know it's alive, but nothing annoying or numbing at all. In stock form, the pegs did touch a bit early for my riding style, but I weigh 220lbs and ride somewhat aggressively... Switching from 11" to 13" rear shocks and installing a fork spring kit that allowed me to correctly adjust fork sag for my weight was a 110% improvement. I can rail this thing! I touch down no more than a standard sport (not supersport) bike does now. Kind of keeps me in check, if you know what I mean... I really appreciate you watching the videos and taking the time to comment!
Shawn Smoak Thanks for the reply Shawn! I really appreciate it. I'm excited to go Harley shopping once the spring comes around.. It's an awful winter here in Upstate NY. Thanks again for the tips and info, really put my mind at ease. I look forward to checking out your future videos so keep up the great work!
I fully agree .. Google + is doing a good job of bringing everyone together.. Just they need to auto subscribe u to said person/followers TH-cam channel. Otherwise you have to go and manually add them. Great vlog I'm watching on chromecast and love it .. Damn 883 is a wonderful bike, which is why I see how much you like riding it .
andrx04 It was in reference to Mike saying it's funny how a KFC restaurant a mile away... I was just agreeing with him. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hello there TH-cam!... Love your videos and commentary as you ride... you said something about a link to another video at about 4 minutes on this one but I cant seem to find the link. Thanks MotoVlog 17 - Iron 883 Winter! - 1st Time Out In 23 Days!
Well thank you very much Larry! The link was in the description below the video. Here's copy of the link: th-cam.com/video/K1eSDYRTk_w/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching and commenting!
this bike is friggin sweet. What bike would you say that this one is? www.justjared.com/photo-gallery/3123134/milo-ventimiglia-brutal-honest-about-heroes-reborn-10/fullsize/ Probably a custom iron 883, since the seat is a little longer, and it has this thing to attach is bag to.
![CAMPปลิ้น | EP.83[1/2] เปิดแคมป์หลอนต้อนรับ 2 ตัวพ่อแห่งวงการผี!](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/2uPuHYHgwiI/mqdefault.jpg)
I love it how you enjoy riding on the "old girl"! I love my Heritage too!
Hi Shawn... Let me tell ya... you and Robert Rob are the only vloggers that really make riding your 883 a true adventure. Makes me feel like goin' out and gettin' one. I could listen to both of you guys all day. A real pleasure riding with ya out in the country "smellin'" that cedar and all. Feel like i'm right there with ya. Safe ridin'
MotoVlog 17 - Iron 883 Winter! - 1st Time Out In 23 Days!
Been out riding all day and only headed home because my butt couldnt take not more:( Dead nice to watch the beautiful straight highways just scroll by and relax with a beer. Thank for the video Bro!
Can't stop drooling ! I'm 22 sure as hell far from having the cash to buy an iron , damn...must be a rly cool feeling to ride one.
Oh man, I know the feeling well! It seems as though I was that age yesterday...
I can tell you this, it does get way better if you have dreams to do so! And, if you want something bad enough, and you let the thought of it tickle the back of your mind at all times, it will come to be way sooner than you can imagine! The pieces have a way of all coming together... Next thing you know, you're off dreaming about the next thing. I hate using this term, as I think it sounds like corporate cliché BS, but it's all about setting goals!
Thanks for watching and keep the dreams alive! They do come true...
Shawn Smoak Thanks for the encouragement ! I'm sure one day I'll join the iron owner's family :D Keep on riding !
Subbed.
Another good video, love it watching your travels while the wife is watching her TV, the roads in the states look much better than here in the UK. My son in law picks his new Iron 883 up tomorrow, looks like a good machine for cruising around.
Thanks Robert, I'm glad you're enjoying my goofy videos. Your son is going enjoy the heck out of his new Iron!Thanks for watching and commenting!
Beautiful ride....thanks for sharing. Michigan man here, love watching other terrain.
Good video Shawn. Your Sportster sounds really nice. Mine is all put away for the winter here in northern NY so it is good to watch your video and to feel like I am along for the ride.
The best day for Iron883 BRO!!!!
Man,I really do enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work. Always interesting.
Thank you very much Ronald! That's awesome...
Great ride!
I cant wait to get on the road again!
Gabriel Menezes
Oh man I hear ya there! This winter has already been way too long it seems... I'm itching to get out there!
Thanks for the view and comment!
i love your videos!!! I'm from the PNW and I'm in the army stationed over here in Germany, it makes me miss my 883 and my great state!!!
Thanks a lot Jacob! I bet being away from home and your Iron makes you crazy home sick! Especially now that the weather is about to become nice and it will be good riding season... Hopefully you'll get some time to come home and play for a while soon!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Shawn Smoak oh yes Shawn!!! i was home two weeks ago and bought my 883 brand new, now i am coming home every chance i can take leave. your videos are awesome, just thought you should know lol
Thank you very much Jacob! That means a lot to me!
I enjoyed the ride. Thanks Shawn
I really appreciate your watching and commenting! Be safe out there!
I am watching all your vids and enjoy them a lot. I like the way you talk and drive at the same time, makes the videos a lot more interesting. Living in Sweden, I am having a winter break as well and it is tough to not drive for 4 month.
Keep upt hat good work.
Tobias Ljunggren
Thanks you very much for the kind words! It really is tough waiting through the winter months...
Thanks for watching the videos!
Found you off to the side in recommended vids. Subbed, you seem like a pretty cool guy. I know the feeling about storage was well. North eastern US right here, we get those 6 month winters too. Then 2 months of solid rain then it's too stinking hot and humid to do anything before it dips below freezing again.
These long winters are almost more than one can take, but they make for the most incredible summers that it almost seems worth it... Thanks for the kind words astaschak!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thats beautiful country to ride in.
Thanks for watching and commenting Bob V!
Been following your suspension upgrade videos for a while now. I only got 2 decent riding days in for January. Next warm day will be in February. So far haven't missed a month without taking at least a couple days to ride... oh, I'm all the way up in Massachusetts, so you know it's been cold! Riding a 2014 Iron, only real mods were drilling out the exhaust, and installing passenger pegs and a 2up seat. Love the videos and enjoy the ramblings, so keep it up, :)
MysticRiverCo
Well thank you very much! Congratulations on the 2014 Iron. I hope you get some good riding weather soon...
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I like watching your vids. I'm getting a Ultra Classic next month. Watching your vids makes me stoked to getting back on 2 wheels after 2 years. You seem like a cool dude. Keep the rubber side down.
Congratulations on your future Ultra Classic Travis! Going to feel great to get back out there after a 2 year hiatus... Thanks for the kind words Travis!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi Shawn, im Paul in the UK,im a Fan of yours, i realy like Videos.im just a Guy age 56 who Drives a Jeep Liberty Sport.i hope to get a Harley Sportster like yours. keep the Videos comeing.thanks Shawn.Paul.
Paul Gregroy - Hey Paul, that's awesome that you're looking at getting a Sportster. They are so much fun ride. You'll really enjoy it!
That's cool that you watch and enjoy the videos, I really appreciate that! Thank you very much Paul!
Great looking bike bro. I love my 883.
Thanks Israel!
I stumbled across this video, just subscribed, you're hilarious and love the bike man!
Thanks a lot Jason! I'm glad you stumbled upon me...
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Good video :) Thanks for the link to that other video, you're right it's great!
Thank man! Have a great day and ride safe.
Hey man I found your videos just a few hours ago and I really enjoy them I'm 15 and want to get a 883 but I'm gonna wait until I'm 24 or 25 before I get one for the most part I think it's the bike I want but you proved to me that it is and I thank you for that
Man that bike looks nimble, ride safe and keep the vids coming when you can mate.
great videos man! keep it up.
I thought the country lanes of Hampshire England were green and pleasant, Wow, Oregon, if that's where you are, very beautiful.
Like to see it in autumn, sorry fall as you guys call it
Thanks Alex! I'm one state up in Washington, but it looks the same in both states...
My mom is Irish and I grew up knowing it at Autumn, and it is quite stunning here. However it's short lived because around the peak of beauty, rain and wind storms come through and wipe it all out each year.
Thanks for watching and commenting Alex!
I almost died laughing about the truck with the jake brake. I hate Jake brakes too
+Charles Gage - I had to take a peak at the video... I forgot about that damn log truck! Think scared the heck right out of me... Lol
Thanks Charles!
Man this dudes camera is amazing !
Nice ride as usually - i began recognize roads :)
Annn'' I love doing shit like that :D hahahaha, nice quote .. keep up the good work Shawn
Thanks M. E.!
And thanks for watching & commenting!
I'm thinking about the 883 for my 2ND bike. your 883 blacked out looks sick
Cool video dude. If you don't mind me asking, what's that extra screen you got on the far right side of your left handle?
Hi there, what camera do you use, I've done a couple of videos of my Iron, via my mobile (I'd like it if you had a look), but very inferior to your. Any info on your camera and where you wear it would be appreciated. Keep the vids coming, cheers. Barry.
What the heck that bridge is super cool...
Like a bridge over the moat to a castle... Very slippery when wet though! lol
XD I knew about Mr smoak before and I've seen this video at least twice but im here again because I googles Iron 883 wallpaper and I recognized the image :) - Hopefully I'll have my Iron 883 soon (Oo,)
Nice ride and cool bridge. Take care.
Thank you sir...!
One thing I like about G+ ... Before it I clicked "like" on lots of videos and guys probably thought I never watched them. Now at least you know who is watching and what audience likes what you have uploaded.
Shawn Smoak
Hey thanks! See what I mean! LOL!
Very true Mr Grewell, I'm loving it so far...
No, sir thank you! Totally got me outta my funk. Ride safe, bro.
Never seen your vid before, but that view is SWEET! Looks fucking raw and awesome! :D
Thanks Roemming! Love the "raw and awesome"...
Thanks for watching!
such a beautiful place :D
I like that you have a multitude of bikes. I have been going back and forth on what bike to get when I finally buy one. I really like the Iron, but I'm afraid at 6'3" 220, the 883 won't be able to push me along at hwy speeds. How does yours do? (Also, I'm not a speed demon, especially on 2 wheels)
I'm the same weight and have no issues what so ever. Even went on a group ride with the Harley dealer and there were a ton V-Rods and I had no problems... Make sure you test ride one, as they may feel a little cramped at 6'3". Forward controls can easily fix that though...
Thanks for watching and commenting!
thanks for videos too, looking to get iron 883, but still getting my license. im thinking of putting my mirrors down too, can you tell of any advantages and disadvantages? thanks and love the bike
hey shawn! was wondering what is your average mpg for the 883. also what type of motor oil & filter do you personally use.
My average over the past 10 months has been 49.73 mpg, to be exact... I use only OEM Harley filters with Motorex 4T 10w50 full synthetic motor oil and Royal Purple 75/90 gear oil in the trans/primary.
Thanks for watching Jacob!
Shawn, your videos are great, really enjoy watching them. Is your Iron completely stock?
Thank you very much fanci5287!
It's completely stock other than a SE Stage-1 Flash and 1/2" holes in the muffler restrictor plates. Oh, and some suspension mods... 13" shocks and fork spring kit.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
You have some pretty damn good eyes to have seen that car accident from where you did!
Lol, Thanks! Could have been the fisheye lens of the camera making it appear farther away...
Thanks for watching phalangeopods!
I really need to stop watching your videos, Mr. Smoak. I keep getting the urge to ride again, specifically on a Sportster ;-)
Yes, I agree with you. There's nothing like the smell of a wood fire on a cold day.
Is it me or does the GoPro shoot better in darker condition than on sunny days? I was watching another video of yours, during last summer, and the picture quality seems better on this one. Whatever the case may be, please keep the vids coming. I enjoy'em :-)
Hey Shawn, I was wondering what camera you use to record your videos?
Hey JJ, I use the GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition.
Thanks for watching!
Shawn Smoak Thanks shawn, i enjoy watching, keep up the good videos.
That is a dra! We got 300 days of sun down here. The only thing we got to worry about is black ice.
Don't even talk to me! LOL That would be so awesome to have that kind of weather... Cold is fine, the never ending rain we have is maddening!
Shawn Smoak The rain is what we need! I looked at that video that you recommended. That was pretty awesome! Have you tried the Triumph bonneville or Thruxton?
Yes, I've ridden the Thiumphs, they are really nice...
I know what you mean about going from a big bike like the Venture to a smaller nimble bike like the Iron. I find I like the Sportster 72 over my Softail. I'm still trying to figure out all the things Google + does & YES you need to vid more of what you fix at work I find it very educational & interesting
Thanks Robert, I will try to record way more stuff at work...
Just found your videos and enjoying. But, I refuse to live where my bikes are in storage 3 months! Be safe.
It's a bummer, the winters here... They can last 6 months or better some years.
Thanks for watching the videos and taking the time to comment!
Hey Shawn Smoak , I've watched a bunch of your Iron 883 videos and just wanted to say thanks.. I've had my eye on it for a few months as my first bike and your videos have been helpful.
Slightly unrelated but I wanted to ask you. I've heard the Iron has a lot of vibration issues, especially at higher speeds, is this something you would consider a serious issue or is it something you've even noticed?
Also, I've heard of people scraping pegs going around corners, is this something you've found to be a serious issue?
Thanks for the kind words Craig! For about the first 500 miles of break-in, the pegs seemed to be a bit buzzier than I've felt on my other Sportsters. But it just simply went away. Must have just been a breaking in thing... I ride 70~80 mph down the freeway quite comfortably. You feel the bike, you know it's alive, but nothing annoying or numbing at all.
In stock form, the pegs did touch a bit early for my riding style, but I weigh 220lbs and ride somewhat aggressively... Switching from 11" to 13" rear shocks and installing a fork spring kit that allowed me to correctly adjust fork sag for my weight was a 110% improvement. I can rail this thing! I touch down no more than a standard sport (not supersport) bike does now. Kind of keeps me in check, if you know what I mean...
I really appreciate you watching the videos and taking the time to comment!
Shawn Smoak Thanks for the reply Shawn! I really appreciate it. I'm excited to go Harley shopping once the spring comes around.. It's an awful winter here in Upstate NY.
Thanks again for the tips and info, really put my mind at ease. I look forward to checking out your future videos so keep up the great work!
Craig Mormino I hear you guys are getting hit by a storm... Be careful out there...
You're welcome, and thanks!
What mic do you use for recording videos like this?
It's the Neewer Lapel mic that I purchased through Amazon.
Thanks for watching and commenting Kills!
I fully agree .. Google + is doing a good job of bringing everyone together.. Just they need to auto subscribe u to said person/followers TH-cam channel. Otherwise you have to go and manually add them. Great vlog I'm watching on chromecast and love it .. Damn 883 is a wonderful bike, which is why I see how much you like riding it .
Thanks dbest1a!
Hey Shawn, why do you keep it in storage for so long? Is it just the kind of climate you live in?
It can rain and snow for up to 6 to 7 months up here... It's a bummer!
Thanks for watching and commenting MrJeepleo!
Ha Shawn, you talk about smelling that cedar wood, it's funny how you can smell a KFC from a mile away !
LOL, yeah you can, can't ya...
Shawn Smoak i didnt understand ..
andrx04
It was in reference to Mike saying it's funny how a KFC restaurant a mile away... I was just agreeing with him.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Did it need to be on a trickle charger?
I'm guessin your in Oregon?
Hello there TH-cam!... Love your videos and commentary as you ride... you said something about a link to another video at about 4 minutes on this one but I cant seem to find the link. Thanks
MotoVlog 17 - Iron 883 Winter! - 1st Time Out In 23 Days!
Well thank you very much Larry! The link was in the description below the video. Here's copy of the link: th-cam.com/video/K1eSDYRTk_w/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for watching and commenting!
wich jacket are you using?
Braaaaap!
You got a new sub!
Thanks man! I returned the favor...
I love you harley davidson sportster iron883
this bike is friggin sweet. What bike would you say that this one is?
www.justjared.com/photo-gallery/3123134/milo-ventimiglia-brutal-honest-about-heroes-reborn-10/fullsize/
Probably a custom iron 883, since the seat is a little longer, and it has this thing to attach is bag to.