My dad took me on rides on his in the mid 90s..I was 9-12 or so those years. Once when I was 10, maybe 11 he let me ride in front and control the bars and shifting and that was it for me. I never got to ride dirtbikes or anything cuz of where we lived but I did the MSF thing when I was 21 and motorcycles have been front and center in my life since. Ive been riding in the yard with my 18mo son on a xr100 strapped to a carrier and recently now on a crf50 with him sitting in front hanging on to the bars just like my dad let me. My most cherished motorcycle memories and I’ve done a lot on 2 wheels
About to get me one this week, decided to go with this as first bike, and am pretty freaking excited to get it. Going to be a fun summer, haha, and watching you ride is making me even more excited, and happy I went with it as first bike
This is a great video to show at a safety training course. No need to stop at stop signs, as they are really just a Yield sign, no need to wear safety gear as they are to expensive, and also a good idea to keep changing lanes and of course no need to signal. Also best to sneak up on as many cars blinds spots as possible.
@@cumander oh it'll be running later today our buddy we call him Honda Joe cuz he started working on Honda motorcycles in 1975 he worked at Honda dealership for 7 years and then opened up his own business and just retired he knows everything about Hondas from 75 to 95 the new ones fuel injection he don't know s*** but to get this running the piece of cake
vt500's were fun little bikes.but the vf500's was where the fun meter really peaked.ALOT more power from the same sized bike.but were only made 2 years.i guess people would pay for torque, but not for the high horse version.hence only 2 years of sales.
I have ridden motorcycles on and off since 1972. My favorite was the 1987 version of this bike. It was old enough to vote when I had to sell it. Two reasons for that. It was getting harder to get some parts. And, of course, needed some money. Yet it was kept in showroom shape and I got my asking price when sold. I just got a 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan and have already started spiffing it up.
Ok I know this is gonna be a big maybe but do you have any idea where I can get a carb kit for this exact bike. I literally can't find anything and it's keeping me from being able to ride it. Thanks
Love the video. You are located about 40-45Kms from me. This year I picked-up a 1985 VT500C. Makes me want to get out on the road soon. Where did you get the highway bars for your Shadow? Want to get a set for my bike but have a time finding them. Also, what camera set-up did you use to shoot this super clear video? thanks in advance for the reply.
Sorry missed your comment! The highway/crash bars were on the bike when I got it so honestly not sure where you could pick one up. Maybe ebay? Camera setup is a GoPro Hero 8 on my helmets chin mount. Cheers.
@@cumander I’m thinking about buying a 84 for a first bike but a lot of ppl are telling me not to because it’s too old. What are you thoughts? It’s in great shape, but asking is 3k. I’m way up in remote Northern California
@@brittonlatham8385 It's a great first bike. If it's in good shape, you'll be able to sell it for pretty much what you bought it for even a few years later. Mine never had any major issues.
My dad took me on rides on his in the mid 90s..I was 9-12 or so those years. Once when I was 10, maybe 11 he let me ride in front and control the bars and shifting and that was it for me. I never got to ride dirtbikes or anything cuz of where we lived but I did the MSF thing when I was 21 and motorcycles have been front and center in my life since. Ive been riding in the yard with my 18mo son on a xr100 strapped to a carrier and recently now on a crf50 with him sitting in front hanging on to the bars just like my dad let me. My most cherished motorcycle memories and I’ve done a lot on 2 wheels
Great memories!
nice bike, handles the freeway without any trouble.
About to get me one this week, decided to go with this as first bike, and am pretty freaking excited to get it. Going to be a fun summer, haha, and watching you ride is making me even more excited, and happy I went with it as first bike
I don’t think he stopped at any of the STOP SIGNS
I am considering to buy the same bike just a 84 model. Is it a good first bike?
Yep it's a great first bike.
100% yes.
@@cumander Did you ever buy the bike? I’m thinking about buying the same year. Any regrets?
Did you ever buy the bike? I’m thinking about buying the same year. Any regrets?
@@brittonlatham8385 it's a great first bike
This is a great video to show at a safety training course. No need to stop at stop signs, as they are really just a Yield sign, no need to wear safety gear as they are to expensive, and also a good idea to keep changing lanes and of course no need to signal. Also best to sneak up on as many cars blinds spots as possible.
Nice ride...Love the quality...
Reminds me of riding around on my 79 Suzuki GS750L. Awesome video!
What is the top speed?
I just got an 84 for 600$ been in storage for 8 years have 2 thousand original miles can't wait to get it going
Hope you get it running!
@@cumander oh it'll be running later today our buddy we call him Honda Joe cuz he started working on Honda motorcycles in 1975 he worked at Honda dealership for 7 years and then opened up his own business and just retired he knows everything about Hondas from 75 to 95 the new ones fuel injection he don't know s*** but to get this running the piece of cake
@@cumander rebuild the carbs new plugs and new oil and maybe some other things and it will run like a champ
@nickolasvaughn667 any idea where to get carb parts for this exact bike I gotta repair one too😂
awww...I wish I could have it....thanks for sharing the ride.
East bound 401 eh? Lol I live around there too. I just bought an 83 shadow 509. So pumped to fix it up and get out there!!
vt500's were fun little bikes.but the vf500's was where the fun meter really peaked.ALOT more power from the same sized bike.but were only made 2 years.i guess people would pay for torque, but not for the high horse version.hence only 2 years of sales.
I have ridden motorcycles on and off since 1972. My favorite was the 1987 version of this bike. It was old enough to vote when I had to sell it. Two reasons for that. It was getting harder to get some parts. And, of course, needed some money. Yet it was kept in showroom shape and I got my asking price when sold. I just got a 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan and have already started spiffing it up.
Gorgeous
That sounds bloody brilliant for one of those engines. It's a credit to you sir!
Ok I know this is gonna be a big maybe but do you have any idea where I can get a carb kit for this exact bike. I literally can't find anything and it's keeping me from being able to ride it. Thanks
Amazon has the repair kits for these carbs including the rubber diaphragms for the velocity slides
Love the video. You are located about 40-45Kms from me. This year I picked-up a 1985 VT500C. Makes me want to get out on the road soon. Where did you get the highway bars for your Shadow? Want to get a set for my bike but have a time finding them. Also, what camera set-up did you use to shoot this super clear video? thanks in advance for the reply.
Sorry missed your comment! The highway/crash bars were on the bike when I got it so honestly not sure where you could pick one up. Maybe ebay? Camera setup is a GoPro Hero 8 on my helmets chin mount. Cheers.
Que caño por dios
Just bought one and am trying to bring it from the grave, finally snagged the tank which was the hardest to find. Any tips on the deep set sparkplugs?
Good luck man! Hoping to get mine on the road soon! It’s a red 1986 vt500c
I cant find a carb kit for the damn bike.
GOOD！！
How does it handle long distance
It's comfy with a wildshield (and it has overdrive). Not much power though.
Can you ship to the US?
Sorry, pickup only
What do you use to record?
GoPro hero 8
I have a 1986
Me too mine is red
fuel efficient?
Yeah not bad
@@cumander what do you think it’s getting?
@@brittonlatham8385 about 250kms per tank? Don't quote me on that though
@@cumander I’m thinking about buying a 84 for a first bike but a lot of ppl are telling me not to because it’s too old. What are you thoughts? It’s in great shape, but asking is 3k. I’m way up in remote Northern California
@@brittonlatham8385 It's a great first bike. If it's in good shape, you'll be able to sell it for pretty much what you bought it for even a few years later. Mine never had any major issues.