I’m 20 and the beginning of this video made me tear up a little bit because I was introduced to the world of motorcycles in a very similar way when I found my moms 1985 Honda rebel with a siezed engine in the shed when I was 15. I got it running, hit the street at 16, and blew the head gasket on the highway. I didn’t know anything about engines so I spent 9 months pulling it apart, putting it together over and over until it ran again. It’s had about 2200 miles on it since I started riding it and has brought the world of motorcycles to me and my 2 best friends that I taught on it. Everybody’s first bike is always an emotional rollercoaster.
Yeah my first one i spent an entire summer to save 2000 for a dirtbike and it had so many problems... I sold it and lost like 400 on it but since then its an addiction and I've owned 5 motorcycles just in the last year. Sportbikes, dirtbikes, minibikes, just never owned a cruiser before. Im getting a dual sport next, I want a XT225 yamaha (street legal dirtbike) because its very lightweight and reliable and I travel in my RV around the country full time. I can take the xt225 offroad, trails, and highway! Its a 6 speed.
yup recently bought my ducatti 848 back with a broken timingbelt currently in the process of repairing the engine and doing some upgrades for common issues and installing a bodykit and a lot of new modern goodies it lived a decent live since i sold it to a mate yes the timing belts where done in time always but for an unknown reason one broke 10000km before the replacement time the belts wherent that old only 3 years as i got those replaced at the dealer as the bikes been maintained at the dealer since i owned it and the next owner did also keep it dealer maintained for 30000km the bike has done atm 91678km currently the engines at a machine shop a friend a mine owns but for a friend price its an 8 month wait thanks to covid as a lot of people are working on their projects atm here doesnt mater anyway as i am waiting on parts from italy the us and germany a few pieces arrived but need an engine to be installed and the previous owner also bought brandnew tires for the bike which i took over and putting on as the tires on it are old and starting to dryrot i still love that bike
Good story bro. It's refreshing that at least one younger feller is in to cool stuff. Many of your contemporaries aren't into anything. My first motorcycle was a 1974 Honda CL200 that my uncle Ed dragged home when I was 14 or 15.
The first motorcycle that I owed is a 1984 Harley Davidson Softail. I still have it. My second was a Honda Rebel 250 that I bought to teach my mother to ride. It is long gone and I regret selling it.
Man this video took a turn that I least expected it to. Finding a model of bike that first started you on your path and THEN giving it away to start someone else on their path is not what I expected. The dream lives on. God bless you.
"It's in there. How do you want to handle this?" Small unmarked bills in a paper bag placed in the hollow tree stump at midnight. You never saw me and I never saw you.
I love how the kid was so happy he was virtually speechless Sean. You stunned him with your generosity. It's blatantly clear he's going to learn what he needs to know about it, restore it, and then enjoy it for years to come.
Seems like a super well mannered and well deserving kid. I’m sure he will take great care of it and get that beauty a sparkling clean. Way to put some positivity out in the world brother
You need to do a cheapest and most expensive Amazon roadtrip. Like a long distance trip with 2 riders both using only gear from Amazon, but with 2 very different budgets.
Excellent back story love to hear how it all began, your channel and videos have also inspired me to get on two wheels after 15 yrs of first learning to ride on a dirt bike. Now I have two bikes and nothing makes me happier then starting them up hearing the rumble and feeling the wind on the open road. Working on the bikes to add mods and do maintenance is also blissful.
That kid is awesome! His Schwinn Stingray Fastback is a pretty rare find in all original shape. Good to see young people who are gettin' down with the hobby!
The guy selling it is fxxking weird. I tried to buy his Allstate a few months ago and he said it was a 58 and has a title of a 58 but it's missing things from the 58 model and when I told him it looks like a 60-62 unless so parts we're changed. He got upset with me and blocked me on Facebook and my phone number. Then the next day he said sorry for getting upset with me... Like WTF
the smile on your face is what this is all about! my first bike that started it all was a 1996 Honda cr125. I was 13 thought I knew it all, rebuilt it and forgot to change the oil (did top end) turned out a chunk from the old ring came back up and destroyed the jug! we live and learn! you're a good dude!
When I was 14 ( 1980) I begged my father for months until he broke down and bought me a brand new 5 star General moped from Rick case Honda in ohio. He paid over $1000.00 for it. That was big money back then. I got a paper route and worked at the restaurant in town as a waitress to pay him back. My moped had the tank on top of the frame, it looked just like a motorcycle. All my girlfriends were jealous, and some boys as well.
You know it’s going to a good home when he said he’s going to do some research and fix it up. That bike just got a new life with someone you can tell will love it.
I started riding my sisters abandoned old german sachs moped. I only had 3rd gear, but to me it didn't matter. To me it was complete freedom. I was only 12 at the time but I felt like Steve McQueen. Good man for paying it forward! Respect! Kind regards/ Henrik, a Swede in the UK.
You are awesome for that. I'm 42 yrs old now and like you I was always obsessed with bikes mopeds etc. Had a backyard filled with projects. And never could get them going so I sold them all. But I loved tinkering with them. And finally after so many years I got me a super clean 1979 puch for 60 dollars that i was able to get running but having some problems with it now. But I wouldnt give it up for anything. Thank you for sharing luv the vids.
Best video ever. You made a 15 year-old kid happy with no thought of reward for yourself. He will never forget your act of kindness and someday I feel he will will pay it forward.
This made me tear up. I’m nineteen and i built an 80cc motorized bicycle when I was seventeen and was instantly addicted. Six months later I bought my first bike from a close family friend. A 1978 Yamaha DT400. I wound up paying $300 out of the $800 he wanted for it because he told me it was mine on Christmas. Best gift I’ve ever received.
Been following you guys for quite a while now (pre Bikes and Beards) and as much as I love the crazy shenanigans, funny builds and cheapest in Amazon moments, nothing compares to these genuinely kind hearted videos. Keep up the great work!
Pretty cool. That kid will never forget what you did for him! And it looks like you picked the right kid to give it to, he already has an appreciation for bikes. (Hey, is that Rune in the background the Rune-from-hell again?)
Wonderful! At 16 I bought my first motorcycle. Now at 66, owning and riding continually for 50 years, this kind act brings back those sweet memories of 16 and a bike! So Cool! Thanks 🙏.
Man, that brings back memories! My dad rode and we had a Garelli Grand Sport that (Black with gold trim and gold mags). That Garelli went through two older sisters and then me.
Congrats, man! I have a permanent search on Ebay for the color/model Puch moped that put me on the streets in the 7th grade due to a family death. I'm on my 7th HD now....I'm only 53 but I've ridden 2 wheels in all 5 of my decades and legally on the roads for 41 years now. I'm sure that is really special and probably will be a treasure you'll keep forever. 👊
The smile on your face when you took off on the Garelli was as wholesome as it gets,I imagine it’s the same smile that you smiled when you where 15!!!And you passed that smile on to Alex,this is as good as it gets!!
Ahh this is great; my first motorcycle was a Honda MB5 (1982)... 49cc but 5-speeds, it held the World's Land Speed Record for that engine class (60 mph)! I bought it brand new off the showroom floor in Fresno, California for $600. Honda only imported this bike for 1 year to the United States; no motorcycle license to operate this bike! It red-lined at a mind-blowing 10,500 RPMs but still got 90+mpg. I drove it 4,400 miles and sold it to my brother.
When I saw that motobecane it reminded me of my childhood. I had a motobecane traveler and it was my first “street bike” very cool of you to share your childhood experience with that young man. Paying it forward as usual.
I'm 3 years late, but just discovered your channel and have been working my way through your projects. This is my favorite so far! Who cares what Paul Sr. says about you, you're an awesome person! Also loved the Craig cameo behind the camera!
That's epic. I'm 17 but I recently purchased a mini chopper off of a dude and I've been fixing it up and everything, I also painted it with the American flag but then I sanded it down to make it look worn, like it had been through a war. The engine still works and it can get up to 50km/hr or 30 miles/hr. I ended up installing a train horn to it and I've been learning a lot about electrical stuff. Sadly the starter is complete garbage, sometimes it works, sometimes it just sucks, but I've found ways around it, like using a socket wrench to give the starter a jump start, or just kicking it to make it work. All in all, it's a really cool bike, and I'm very happy I made the decision to buy and work on it.
Oh my gosh, 33 years ago when I was 14 my first ride was a 50cc Vespa Ciao moped very similar to the Garelli of the video. I could totally relate to what you were saying, my Vespa was awfully slow and because of its color and noise it earned the nickname of the Green Hornet. But at that time it mainly meant freedom for a teenage kid on the streets of Guadalajara, Mexico. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy all of your videos but this is one of my favourites for sure. Super cool of you to gift him that bike when it would be so easy to justify keeping it for yourself.
I'm always amazed at how fast you can go one something like this. My little Puch Maxi has a tiny 38mm piston and can get me to 45mph. So great to see you started out on a little moped and are showing everyone what it's all about!
Awesome that you got to relive your childhood memory with this moped and it looks like a ton of fun.i'm 20 and i own a scooter and despite not being a "real" motorcycle it's so much fun,i'm sure he will love it and take great care of that little bike
I like seeing guys do what I’ve done all my life, I’ve given so many bikes away to those that couldn’t afford a bike throughout my life. It is better to give than receive so bless you brother. I don’t have a bike anymore as I gave my Vulcan nomad to a man who had his bike stolen. Can’t wait to afford my next machine but as my wife keeps saying I’d probably give that away too 🙏🙏👊👍 shame I live in Australia as you get some great rides in your shop
I've watched a few of your videos and I've enjoyed them. But this particular one is really my favorite so far. I would consider myself more spiritual than religious, but it really is refreshing to see someone who serves their chosen deity by giving, rather than expecting everything to travel in the other direction. Just lovely.
Your video brought back memories. My first bike was a basket case Garelli Rex. My dad and I put it together and road it on off road trails in the late sixties and seventies. We had a blast on that thing! It's weirdest quirk was you didn't know what direction it would run until you let out the clutch! We were just learning how to time the engine. Wow we were so young and full of energy back then.
A saying in Norway, the biggest joy in life is making others happy. (Største gleden en kan ha er å gjøre andre glad). You truly live by that 😅 awesome video
I loved this story! Related. Got my first gas powered moped at age 10. 1959 Sears Moped made by Puch. Listed for $179 in 1960. Next was a Allstate and most brands since. Currently on a restored 1964 CA77, Honda 305cc Dream. Yep been on bikes 61 years and still have many miles to go. My God Continue Bless Bikes and Beards.
That was so cool not just to fine one of them but to actually pass it to a young teenager. My first one at 13 was give to me and it's what got me started. Then I eventually got two more. I still have one left in the family Barn we boarded it out and modified the carb and breather with a straight pip. Got a speeding ticket on it 55 in a 35 at 16 years old. I road these all the way till my early 20's. A bunch of us boys and girls would ride these and other rare mopeds 265 miles from Columbia, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC every summer. Thank God for you sharing this you really brought back some good old memories of mine from the 70"s and 80's we are definitely blessed. Ride on Brother, Bo
Sean, you sir are an inspiration. Not only in many aspects of the riding lifestyle but also in faith based strengths,perseverance,and general good will. Absolutely love it my friend. Have a great one! And great video and story..thank you
@Raymond Williams I've never "DRIVEN " a bike either. I've only been riding them since the mid- late 80s. One thing that I can point out that's wrong with you're statement, ( Your structure is so terrible;I'll refer to it as a statement rather than a question,) is that " WATTS" is a well known city in California. Most notably for the fire engulfed riots, and not in fact a pronoun. Swing and a miss, but nice try.....mate
You know what? I've been watching you for some time, but this, THIS made me subscribe! You are THE man!!!! That young man, who you can almost tell has NO idea how to ride a motorcycle, well, he's going to learn, and I believe you have gotten him hooked!! Good on you!
If you are asking, the motorino (small motor), that's how we called in italy anything with less than 50cc, has the pedals (and the small engine) because of some old legislation, basically it's a motorized bicycle as the law is concerned so you don't need a driving licence, etc. after that they removed the requisite for the pedal so you can have some cool small bike (yes there was some abomination back in the days, i'm not saying a motorcycle with pedal...but...) 50 cc two stroke 12/14 carburator (if i recall correctly) and 4 speed gear box, plus a big bike look.
Impressed with the backstory. You were like so enthused and lit up recalling what was a life altering event. I felt your genuine love and passion for that bike as you expressed yourself, then to try and pay that forward was icing on the cake.
My dad bought a Baretta moped in 77, with the baskets. 4 year old me would sit on the back and hand him newspapers to throw. We had a house fire in 81 and it ruined the plastic for the throttle going into the carb. My dad kept it and I decided to finally "fix" it in 87. Neighbor rigged it to work and I mowed his lawn in return. That moped saved my life. At that age, I was severely depressed and didn't have anything in my life. Then fixing that moped and riding it for 5 years made a difference. It's why I love motorcycles and want to get another one.
I had that exact moped, that Motobecane. I bought it with my own money in 1974 , for $250 Canadian. What a summer I had with that baby, way before Quebec had any idea about scooter laws. It actually had a top speed over 45 mph out of 49.9 cc.
My 1st bike was a Sears Allstate 60cc I rebuilt (the tank had been sugered) at age 10 in 69 so i'd have something to ride. I was 1st placed on the gas tank of a Honda 350 Scrambler in 63 and have loved bikes my whole life (Backfired on the guy who did it trying to scare me). Just haven't had one since my 2nd wife took it and everything else 17 yrs ago. Kinda really sucks for a rider, but Gods will be done. Like your broadcast, just found it today. Good Job & look forward to seeing more.
I had that exact moped when I was about 12, the Garelli, I played on that thing every day for two years until I got something a bit bigger, one thing is for sure they are reliable and fast compared to today's restricted mopeds, my brother "sorted it out" decoked, new points condenser plug HT lead and reamed the carb out increasing the volume by 3-4mm and up jetted it, pod filter, it was like turbo moped after that, it shares common components with the Gillera moped, mine had the square plastic headlight speedo unit, PS that kid is now finished with bicycles, well done, moved him up a gear,
Great video. I started out on a little mobylette moped with pedals in 1979. Passed my test & got bigger motorcycles which I still have. Still have a mobylette which brings a bigger smile to my face than my XT500 when I'm out riding on a nice warm day.
Hi I just happen to see the video. That was great gifting to a kid was inspirational. The thing is that when I was in high school(1989) my dad bought me a moped by name TVS 50(back in India) I think 50 for 50cc looks exactly like Garelli except there is no separate oil tank instead they mix like 25ml of 2 stroke oil with petrol (gasoline). The video reminded me of the past. Thanks for posting.
I love the way you pay it forward Shaun. I dreamed of owning a Honda 65 back in the day. Almost bought one from a cousin of mine but someone bought it out from under me because he showed up with the cash 15 min before I did.
Love the garelli, super glad to see you picking up some mopeds. I currently own 55 of them in all different brands. I’ve been doing what you do on a small scale. When I stumbled upon your TH-cam I was encouraged to grow more. I hope to one day make a living off of what I love. I absolutely love 2 wheels man. Keep showing us some mopeds! Should have picked up that motobecane mobylette. Thing sells for $1,200 all day and in the condition he had it in even more!
Nice! Takes me back to my childhood, except I used to borrow and rent bicycles to ride. I'm 28 now and just got myself a tiny 110cc scooter/motorcycle hybrid. Didn't have enough experience to spend money on a bigger bike (200cc is a big bike for Indians). It was supposed to be Indian Honda Grom, but it's automatic, has a CVT and it failed big time, but, I just love it! I feel just as young and happy as this kid.
Bikes and beards is totally the Best motorcycle show ever! It’s inspired me to follow my dreams of getting a motorcycle I’ve wanted to own a real motorcycle all my life and promised myself when I turned 50 I’d get one. But I am just about to turn 51 and Still don’t have a real motorcycle it’s so sad I had 6 kids and have done about everything possible in this world in my lifetime except for own a motorcycle I’m a stay at home dad so am not earning income to get one which is such a bummer, need to find a way to get one before I’m too old to ride Anyone got an old bike in northern Minnesota they wanna donate to this biker who never owned a bike ? 😂
Just recently found your channels and I’m glad I did, I’ve been glued to it for days!! I’ve got a 81 Honda CM400C that I recently just got going after it sat in a guys garage for 11yrs.
I actually just got a dirt bike. I’m 15 and I’ve just been tinkering with it and I’ve been working on the carb and I’m just in love with working on them
So cool! Not the Garelli but that you gave it away to this young buy who was obviuosly really stoked about his new ride. You do so much good - thanks for being like you're. Stay safe
I’m 20 and the beginning of this video made me tear up a little bit because I was introduced to the world of motorcycles in a very similar way when I found my moms 1985 Honda rebel with a siezed engine in the shed when I was 15. I got it running, hit the street at 16, and blew the head gasket on the highway. I didn’t know anything about engines so I spent 9 months pulling it apart, putting it together over and over until it ran again. It’s had about 2200 miles on it since I started riding it and has brought the world of motorcycles to me and my 2 best friends that I taught on it. Everybody’s first bike is always an emotional rollercoaster.
Yeah my first one i spent an entire summer to save 2000 for a dirtbike and it had so many problems... I sold it and lost like 400 on it but since then its an addiction and I've owned 5 motorcycles just in the last year. Sportbikes, dirtbikes, minibikes, just never owned a cruiser before. Im getting a dual sport next, I want a XT225 yamaha (street legal dirtbike) because its very lightweight and reliable and I travel in my RV around the country full time. I can take the xt225 offroad, trails, and highway! Its a 6 speed.
yup recently bought my ducatti 848 back with a broken timingbelt currently in the process of repairing the engine and doing some upgrades for common issues and installing a bodykit and a lot of new modern goodies it lived a decent live since i sold it to a mate yes the timing belts where done in time always but for an unknown reason one broke 10000km before the replacement time the belts wherent that old only 3 years as i got those replaced at the dealer as the bikes been maintained at the dealer since i owned it and the next owner did also keep it dealer maintained for 30000km the bike has done atm 91678km currently the engines at a machine shop a friend a mine owns but for a friend price its an 8 month wait thanks to covid as a lot of people are working on their projects atm here doesnt mater anyway as i am waiting on parts from italy the us and germany a few pieces arrived but need an engine to be installed and the previous owner also bought brandnew tires for the bike which i took over and putting on as the tires on it are old and starting to dryrot i still love that bike
Good story bro. It's refreshing that at least one younger feller is in to cool stuff. Many of your contemporaries aren't into anything. My first motorcycle was a 1974 Honda CL200 that my uncle Ed dragged home when I was 14 or 15.
The first motorcycle that I owed is a 1984 Harley Davidson Softail. I still have it. My second was a Honda Rebel 250 that I bought to teach my mother to ride. It is long gone and I regret selling it.
Man this video took a turn that I least expected it to. Finding a model of bike that first started you on your path and THEN giving it away to start someone else on their path is not what I expected. The dream lives on. God bless you.
what a kind person we all need more of them in the world these days.
Couldn’t agree with you more brother stay blessed 🙏
God bless srk n god bless you for believing in them
Exactly why I subscribed here love the love they have
So so cool. Being 15 and getting to ride this
"It's in there. How do you want to handle this?"
Small unmarked bills in a paper bag placed in the hollow tree stump at midnight. You never saw me and I never saw you.
"Hey, it's Dave, let me in I got the stuff",,,,,,,[dave's not here]......
@@grandudetonesnob7107 No man, I'm Dave I've got the stuff ,let me in i think the cops saw me!
Dude that slayed me.. 🤣🤣
Your beard intimidates me young man. How do you want to handle this? Are you going to still buy motorcycle?
Hahahaha that was an interesting way to start the meeting
I love how the kid was so happy he was virtually speechless Sean. You stunned him with your generosity. It's blatantly clear he's going to learn what he needs to know about it, restore it, and then enjoy it for years to come.
Seems like a super well mannered and well deserving kid. I’m sure he will take great care of it and get that beauty a sparkling clean. Way to put some positivity out in the world brother
You need to do a cheapest and most expensive Amazon roadtrip. Like a long distance trip with 2 riders both using only gear from Amazon, but with 2 very different budgets.
This. Is. Amazing
Hell with amazon ...blah
good idea fellow african american male
@@camo_chevy5173 haha
@@GruchKilla77 hell with amazon, EBAY
Excellent back story love to hear how it all began, your channel and videos have also inspired me to get on two wheels after 15 yrs of first learning to ride on a dirt bike. Now I have two bikes and nothing makes me happier then starting them up hearing the rumble and feeling the wind on the open road. Working on the bikes to add mods and do maintenance is also blissful.
That’s awesome man. Glad you found your childhood memory.
That kid is awesome! His Schwinn Stingray Fastback is a pretty rare find in all original shape. Good to see young people who are gettin' down with the hobby!
I had that same fastback in green and different handlebars. Bought it new for $75 in the late sixties. Loved it.
I remember those Schwinn bikes.
Called them crates
"The seller has no clue what he's got"... then the seller procedes to give a tour of a garage full of odd vintage bikes that he knows everything about
So true
The guy selling it is fxxking weird. I tried to buy his Allstate a few months ago and he said it was a 58 and has a title of a 58 but it's missing things from the 58 model and when I told him it looks like a 60-62 unless so parts we're changed. He got upset with me and blocked me on Facebook and my phone number. Then the next day he said sorry for getting upset with me... Like WTF
@@MattMatt77 I believe you dude was kinda putting out strange vibes
The most cool collection of vintage 2 strokeness and he goes home with the lamest $700 Spaghetti dildo on wheels...
@@koningbolo4700 I think it was more for the symbolism than the actual bike, or maybe it was the price
What you did for that kid was amazing. He will never, EVER forget it!! God bless you!
They say that you have to grow-up someday, there are a few of us resisting! Strenuously!
Never. Just getting older.
Yeah no.... my body gets older but the mind stays young
58 and still a kid! I still pull wheelies on my mountain bike as far as you can see me go! When does it stop!!!
@@paulipuhakka8788 it doesn’t brother... They just say it does.. haha
I don't wanna grow up I'm a toys or us kid , my toys are just a little bit bigger then when I was younger.
the smile on your face is what this is all about! my first bike that started it all was a 1996 Honda cr125. I was 13 thought I knew it all, rebuilt it and forgot to change the oil (did top end) turned out a chunk from the old ring came back up and destroyed the jug! we live and learn! you're a good dude!
I know the feeling of finding out these exist when you’re 14 years old and picking one up cheep, best fun for under $100
I'm 14 and I picked up a chinese 150 dirtbike with a parts bike for 100
It was the coolest way to get around
When I was 14 ( 1980) I begged my father for months until he broke down and bought me a brand new 5 star General moped from Rick case Honda in ohio. He paid over $1000.00 for it. That was big money back then. I got a paper route and worked at the restaurant in town as a waitress to pay him back. My moped had the tank on top of the frame, it looked just like a motorcycle. All my girlfriends were jealous, and some boys as well.
I found a 1981 Yamaha xs 400 for 100$ and got it for my 14th birthday
Your generosity and giving spirit makes me smile, brother! It’s good people like you that give me hope for this world! God Bless you!
You know it’s going to a good home when he said he’s going to do some research and fix it up. That bike just got a new life with someone you can tell will love it.
I started riding my sisters abandoned old german sachs moped. I only had 3rd gear, but to me it didn't matter. To me it was complete freedom. I was only 12 at the time but I felt like Steve McQueen. Good man for paying it forward! Respect! Kind regards/ Henrik, a Swede in the UK.
Wish there was someone like this when I was younger, just now getting into motorcycles in my mid 20s but loving every minute
You are awesome for that. I'm 42 yrs old now and like you I was always obsessed with bikes mopeds etc. Had a backyard filled with projects. And never could get them going so I sold them all. But I loved tinkering with them. And finally after so many years I got me a super clean 1979 puch for 60 dollars that i was able to get running but having some problems with it now. But I wouldnt give it up for anything. Thank you for sharing luv the vids.
I know just how you both felt ,brought back so many memories from my childhood getting my first bike given to me
Love the channel
Best video ever. You made a 15 year-old kid happy with no thought of reward for yourself. He will never forget your act of kindness and someday I feel he will will pay it forward.
This made me tear up. I’m nineteen and i built an 80cc motorized bicycle when I was seventeen and was instantly addicted. Six months later I bought my first bike from a close family friend. A 1978 Yamaha DT400. I wound up paying $300 out of the $800 he wanted for it because he told me it was mine on Christmas. Best gift I’ve ever received.
Been following you guys for quite a while now (pre Bikes and Beards) and as much as I love the crazy shenanigans, funny builds and cheapest in Amazon moments, nothing compares to these genuinely kind hearted videos. Keep up the great work!
Pretty cool. That kid will never forget what you did for him! And it looks like you picked the right kid to give it to, he already has an appreciation for bikes. (Hey, is that Rune in the background the Rune-from-hell again?)
Sean, you are such a good kind man, your generosity knows no boundaries! Thank you for helping make the world a better place…
I am sure the begining of your motorcycle career rings true with 90% of your subscribers.
Wonderful! At 16 I bought my first motorcycle. Now at 66, owning and riding continually for 50 years, this kind act brings back those sweet memories of 16 and a bike! So Cool! Thanks 🙏.
Highlight of my Friday mornings!!
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Dude, you are so gracious and humble. You are and thank you for keeping humanity alive.
Man, that brings back memories! My dad rode and we had a Garelli Grand Sport that (Black with gold trim and gold mags). That Garelli went through two older sisters and then me.
Congrats, man! I have a permanent search on Ebay for the color/model Puch moped that put me on the streets in the 7th grade due to a family death. I'm on my 7th HD now....I'm only 53 but I've ridden 2 wheels in all 5 of my decades and legally on the roads for 41 years now. I'm sure that is really special and probably will be a treasure you'll keep forever. 👊
Mopeds are where I started too. I have a sweet 77 Puch Maxi in my garage and it’s still a blast to ride.
That’s awesome Sean. The world needs more guys like you. God Bless.
The smile on your face when you took off on the Garelli was as wholesome as it gets,I imagine it’s the same smile that you smiled when you where 15!!!And you passed that smile on to Alex,this is as good as it gets!!
That smile at 4:11 says about everything you need to know about this video. Great find!
Oh man... I thought you were gonna ride back to the shop on the back of the pit bike with Craig....😂
we were going to but there was not enough room, and too many of my videos have been ending with me riding double lol
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Ahh this is great; my first motorcycle was a Honda MB5 (1982)... 49cc but 5-speeds, it held the World's Land Speed Record for that engine class (60 mph)! I bought it brand new off the showroom floor in Fresno, California for $600. Honda only imported this bike for 1 year to the United States; no motorcycle license to operate this bike! It red-lined at a mind-blowing 10,500 RPMs but still got 90+mpg. I drove it 4,400 miles and sold it to my brother.
When I saw that motobecane it reminded me of my childhood. I had a motobecane traveler and it was my first “street bike” very cool of you to share your childhood experience with that young man. Paying it forward as usual.
I have a 1958 wards riverside motobecane moped. they're fun, though the forks are a bit spindly.
I'm 3 years late, but just discovered your channel and have been working my way through your projects. This is my favorite so far! Who cares what Paul Sr. says about you, you're an awesome person! Also loved the Craig cameo behind the camera!
I love scooters and mopeds! They are sooooooo much fun.
When are you going to do your big trip on an old Honda Rebel?
That's epic. I'm 17 but I recently purchased a mini chopper off of a dude and I've been fixing it up and everything, I also painted it with the American flag but then I sanded it down to make it look worn, like it had been through a war. The engine still works and it can get up to 50km/hr or 30 miles/hr. I ended up installing a train horn to it and I've been learning a lot about electrical stuff. Sadly the starter is complete garbage, sometimes it works, sometimes it just sucks, but I've found ways around it, like using a socket wrench to give the starter a jump start, or just kicking it to make it work. All in all, it's a really cool bike, and I'm very happy I made the decision to buy and work on it.
Great friday story. The birth of Sean 2.0!
Oh my gosh, 33 years ago when I was 14 my first ride was a 50cc Vespa Ciao moped very similar to the Garelli of the video. I could totally relate to what you were saying, my Vespa was awfully slow and because of its color and noise it earned the nickname of the Green Hornet. But at that time it mainly meant freedom for a teenage kid on the streets of Guadalajara, Mexico. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy all of your videos but this is one of my favourites for sure. Super cool of you to gift him that bike when it would be so easy to justify keeping it for yourself.
I'm always amazed at how fast you can go one something like this. My little Puch Maxi has a tiny 38mm piston and can get me to 45mph. So great to see you started out on a little moped and are showing everyone what it's all about!
Amazing how the best finds are often closer than you think.
Awesome that you got to relive your childhood memory with this moped and it looks like a ton of fun.i'm 20 and i own a scooter and despite not being a "real" motorcycle it's so much fun,i'm sure he will love it and take great care of that little bike
That's a class act right there, folks!
I like seeing guys do what I’ve done all my life, I’ve given so many bikes away to those that couldn’t afford a bike throughout my life. It is better to give than receive so bless you brother. I don’t have a bike anymore as I gave my Vulcan nomad to a man who had his bike stolen. Can’t wait to afford my next machine but as my wife keeps saying I’d probably give that away too 🙏🙏👊👍 shame I live in Australia as you get some great rides in your shop
My first motorized bike experience was at 12 on my friend's Peugeot Moped. This video brought all those memories back. Thanks!!
I've watched a few of your videos and I've enjoyed them. But this particular one is really my favorite so far. I would consider myself more spiritual than religious, but it really is refreshing to see someone who serves their chosen deity by giving, rather than expecting everything to travel in the other direction. Just lovely.
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Alex is a bright kid! Thanks bike's and beards for the awesome video!
Miss my first moped, Honda pa50. Loved learning about things like carbs at that age
i picked up a honda hobit at an auction a few months ago its just sitting at the shop let me know if your interested
@@BikesandBeards how much for the hobit?
Your video brought back memories. My first bike was a basket case Garelli Rex. My dad and I put it together and road it on off road trails in the late sixties and seventies. We had a blast on that thing! It's weirdest quirk was you didn't know what direction it would run until you let out the clutch! We were just learning how to time the engine. Wow we were so young and full of energy back then.
A saying in Norway, the biggest joy in life is making others happy. (Største gleden en kan ha er å gjøre andre glad). You truly live by that 😅 awesome video
I loved this story! Related. Got my first gas powered moped at age 10. 1959 Sears Moped made by Puch. Listed for $179 in 1960. Next was a Allstate and most brands since. Currently on a restored 1964 CA77, Honda 305cc Dream. Yep been on bikes 61 years and still have many miles to go. My God Continue Bless Bikes and Beards.
You had a 305 dream !!!
Congratulations! A moped was my way into motorcycles too.
That's awesome!!! The world need more guys like you man!
With a motorcycle passion, you are also using this channel as a ministry for Christ which is awesome. God bless you brother.
They got to him early
You are a beautiful person Sean. I watch you bring happiness to the world often but this gesture warmed my heart. God bless you and your family
I just recently got my 14yo a Tomos A35 TT. He rides it to school.
I like how this dude is open and shares the cost in every video rather than every other youtuber hiding what they spend unless they are bragging.
Massive love from England! Would love for you to come out here and do a shopping spree buying bikes over here
That was so cool not just to fine one of them but to actually pass it to a young teenager. My first one at 13 was give to me and it's what got me started. Then I eventually got two more. I still have one left in the family Barn we boarded it out and modified the carb and breather with a straight pip. Got a speeding ticket on it 55 in a 35 at 16 years old. I road these all the way till my early 20's. A bunch of us boys and girls would ride these and other rare mopeds 265 miles from Columbia, SC to Myrtle Beach, SC every summer. Thank God for you sharing this you really brought back some good old memories of mine from the 70"s and 80's we are definitely blessed. Ride on Brother, Bo
Sean, you sir are an inspiration. Not only in many aspects of the riding lifestyle but also in faith based strengths,perseverance,and general good will. Absolutely love it my friend. Have a great one! And great video and story..thank you
Sean you don't drive bikes mate watts wrong with you.
@Raymond Williams I've never "DRIVEN " a bike either. I've only been riding them since the mid- late 80s. One thing that I can point out that's wrong with you're statement, ( Your structure is so terrible;I'll refer to it as a statement rather than a question,) is that " WATTS" is a well known city in California. Most notably for the fire engulfed riots, and not in fact a pronoun. Swing and a miss, but nice try.....mate
You know what? I've been watching you for some time, but this, THIS made me subscribe! You are THE man!!!! That young man, who you can almost tell has NO idea how to ride a motorcycle, well, he's going to learn, and I believe you have gotten him hooked!! Good on you!
Sean "I got real Big plans for this!"
**Swaps a 1000cc motor in it**
V8 swap
(Distorted bass BLARES)
That would be sweet
If you are asking, the motorino (small motor), that's how we called in italy anything with less than 50cc, has the pedals (and the small engine) because of some old legislation, basically it's a motorized bicycle as the law is concerned so you don't need a driving licence, etc. after that they removed the requisite for the pedal so you can have some cool small bike (yes there was some abomination back in the days, i'm not saying a motorcycle with pedal...but...) 50 cc two stroke 12/14 carburator (if i recall correctly) and 4 speed gear box, plus a big bike look.
"It's better to give than receive" some guy 2000 years ago.
What a cool young kid!
Impressed with the backstory. You were like so enthused and lit up recalling what was a life altering event. I felt your genuine love and passion for that bike as you expressed yourself, then to try and pay that forward was icing on the cake.
Wow dude your smile was worth like $4000 at least right there
My dad bought a Baretta moped in 77, with the baskets. 4 year old me would sit on the back and hand him newspapers to throw. We had a house fire in 81 and it ruined the plastic for the throttle going into the carb. My dad kept it and I decided to finally "fix" it in 87. Neighbor rigged it to work and I mowed his lawn in return. That moped saved my life. At that age, I was severely depressed and didn't have anything in my life. Then fixing that moped and riding it for 5 years made a difference. It's why I love motorcycles and want to get another one.
I was riding a "peddle and go" few years ago in Turkey was fun lol
I had that exact moped, that Motobecane. I bought it with my own money in 1974 , for $250 Canadian. What a summer I had with that baby, way before Quebec had any idea about scooter laws. It actually had a top speed over 45 mph out of 49.9 cc.
I rememeber my first little moped. It was a honda elite. Miss that thing:(
awesome video Sean. You captured what it's all about here. This one feels like the old videos you all used to do on just regular cool bikes. Awesome.
Way to go!!! The recipient seems like a nice young man, and somebody truly worthy of such a gift.
I just got into bikes and have been loving this channel. I bought a 1976 Kawasaki KM100 Mini Enduro bike.
My Grandfather had stories of a moped he found while Deployed in World War II that he loved and screwed around on.
Found. 😂
My 1st bike was a Sears Allstate 60cc I rebuilt (the tank had been sugered) at age 10 in 69 so i'd have something to ride. I was 1st placed on the gas tank of a Honda 350 Scrambler in 63 and have loved bikes my whole life (Backfired on the guy who did it trying to scare me). Just haven't had one since my 2nd wife took it and everything else 17 yrs ago. Kinda really sucks for a rider, but Gods will be done. Like your broadcast, just found it today. Good Job & look forward to seeing more.
It's amazing
I had that exact moped when I was about 12, the Garelli, I played on that thing every day for two years until I got something a bit bigger, one thing is for sure they are reliable and fast compared to today's restricted mopeds, my brother "sorted it out" decoked, new points condenser plug HT lead and reamed the carb out increasing the volume by 3-4mm and up jetted it, pod filter, it was like turbo moped after that, it shares common components with the Gillera moped, mine had the square plastic headlight speedo unit, PS that kid is now finished with bicycles, well done, moved him up a gear,
"mom needs groceries, you can get them" and you can get a job at door dash" is he trying to sell the bike ahhaha
Great video. I started out on a little mobylette moped with pedals in 1979.
Passed my test & got bigger motorcycles which I still have.
Still have a mobylette which brings a bigger smile to my face than my XT500 when I'm out riding on a nice warm day.
Man I remember being 15 wearing those same adidas 🤣 had mad girls in school..now I’m 33 and miserable. Damn 😒
You are directly responsible for getting me into riding motorcycles. Definitely glad you chose the garelli!!!
the bible verse is the one I just had to memorize in school
ahhhh yeahhhhh!!!!!
@@BikesandBeards cool bike love it
Hi I just happen to see the video. That was great gifting to a kid was inspirational. The thing is that when I was in high school(1989) my dad bought me a moped by name TVS 50(back in India) I think 50 for 50cc looks exactly like Garelli except there is no separate oil tank instead they mix like 25ml of 2 stroke oil with petrol (gasoline). The video reminded me of the past. Thanks for posting.
I love the way you pay it forward Shaun. I dreamed of owning a Honda 65 back in the day. Almost bought one from a cousin of mine but someone bought it out from under me because he showed up with the cash 15 min before I did.
Love the garelli, super glad to see you picking up some mopeds. I currently own 55 of them in all different brands. I’ve been doing what you do on a small scale. When I stumbled upon your TH-cam I was encouraged to grow more. I hope to one day make a living off of what I love. I absolutely love 2 wheels man. Keep showing us some mopeds! Should have picked up that motobecane mobylette. Thing sells for $1,200 all day and in the condition he had it in even more!
Nice! Takes me back to my childhood, except I used to borrow and rent bicycles to ride.
I'm 28 now and just got myself a tiny 110cc scooter/motorcycle hybrid. Didn't have enough experience to spend money on a bigger bike (200cc is a big bike for Indians). It was supposed to be Indian Honda Grom, but it's automatic, has a CVT and it failed big time, but, I just love it!
I feel just as young and happy as this kid.
Bikes and beards is totally the Best motorcycle show ever!
It’s inspired me to follow my dreams of getting a motorcycle
I’ve wanted to own a real motorcycle all my life and promised myself when I turned 50 I’d get one.
But I am just about to turn 51 and Still don’t have a real motorcycle it’s so sad
I had 6 kids and have done about everything possible in this world in my lifetime except for own a motorcycle
I’m a stay at home dad so am not earning income to get one which is such a bummer, need to find a way to get one before I’m too old to ride
Anyone got an old bike in northern Minnesota they wanna donate to this biker who never owned a bike ? 😂
Just recently found your channels and I’m glad I did, I’ve been glued to it for days!! I’ve got a 81 Honda CM400C that I recently just got going after it sat in a guys garage for 11yrs.
I actually just got a dirt bike. I’m 15 and I’ve just been tinkering with it and I’ve been working on the carb and I’m just in love with working on them
That was killer of you to do that for him ! It never hurts to do good for a kid . you are a good man .
Sean; once again you inspire me! Love your generosity and making people feel good about their passions!
So cool! Not the Garelli but that you gave it away to this young buy who was obviuosly really stoked about his new ride. You do so much good - thanks for being like you're. Stay safe
Paying things forward!
Another biker
Well done
Building good karma!!