$1,000 if you Can Start My Harley Davidson

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  • @_droL
    @_droL ปีที่แล้ว +4925

    I love that guy who managed to start it but has never ridden a bike. Just shows what you can achieve if you approach things logically!

    • @CONEHEADDK
      @CONEHEADDK ปีที่แล้ว +79

      Or by luck.. I'm sure luck results in lots of succes, when things are "strange". Fx fishing - "I" know eveything, so I fish with the exact right bait, colour, depth aso - then the novice trys to do the same, but can't controln anything, so fishes the wrong depth, with the most of the bait bit away by minnows or crabs, and all of a suddon things fit the "strange" conditions of the moment - wupteeee..

    • @strangeuniverse1199
      @strangeuniverse1199 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      It's all logical my dear Spock

    • @mmaaddict78
      @mmaaddict78 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did he even use the timing retarder on the left grip? I couldn’t tell.

    • @MiGujack3
      @MiGujack3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I'm sure a sys admin or electrician who never rode a bike could start it, those guys can diagnose quick.

    • @bwofficial1776
      @bwofficial1776 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@MiGujack3 As a programmer with a tiny bit of mechanical experience but no two-wheel experience, I'd probably be able to debug it.

  • @ajwilson605
    @ajwilson605 ปีที่แล้ว +2079

    When I was 12(1964), my neighbor had a panhead that he rode. I watched him start it all the time. I jokingly asked him to let me ride it and he retorted with, "If you can start it, you can ride it." I smiled and took a minute, then fired it up. The look on his face was priceless! I explained that I'd watched him for weeks starting it and knew the procedure. I also told him I knew it was too much bike for me to ride. It was fun being a kid in the '60's!

    • @mackgonebald
      @mackgonebald ปีที่แล้ว +68

      im 33 now and i still think my dads harley is too much for me

    • @deltajohnny
      @deltajohnny ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Great comment! 👏👏😁😁

    • @cadenellis5372
      @cadenellis5372 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cap

    • @ericmcdonkey
      @ericmcdonkey ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Jesus...
      how was it to hang out with Jesus and dinosaurs back when you were a young man 😂😂😂

    • @molnarrobert1893
      @molnarrobert1893 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Really awesome story that you shared!

  • @MeiZ125
    @MeiZ125 ปีที่แล้ว +664

    It was driving me crazy watching people kick it for 5 minutes straight and expecting it to change the outcome 😂

    • @user-gu1bm8dv1j
      @user-gu1bm8dv1j ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I was cringing the whole time

    • @TheThursty100
      @TheThursty100 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      If it made a sound, I would've maybe understood it but it didn't do squat.

    • @zeph3070
      @zeph3070 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I mean it happens with like any lawn mower at some point. Not that insane

    • @payton-xi8gq
      @payton-xi8gq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I know right! Lol 😂. That's the literal definition of insanity-doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result.
      I'm sitting here almost screaming at my phone.

    • @PsicosisYT
      @PsicosisYT 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@payton-xi8gq Its Einstein's definition of iinsanity

  • @closer2theheart684
    @closer2theheart684 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    Just the fact that he goes out and gives people the chance, makes him one of the coolest guys around. Spreading Christmas cheer. I love this channel.

  • @BobMcDougall
    @BobMcDougall ปีที่แล้ว +2298

    I would have offered Craig $250 to tell me how to do it. A play definitely out of Sean's playbook.

    • @ClipsFromMaine
      @ClipsFromMaine ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Love it 😁

    • @randall1959
      @randall1959 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I'm surprised someone didn't google it

    • @Jenuin
      @Jenuin ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Awesome 😂

    • @kriswright1022
      @kriswright1022 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@randall1959 You tube!

    • @khullaasaand
      @khullaasaand ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ooooooooohh!!!!!!! I was coming to write the same... Split 500 with Vraig to tell me how to start

  • @Jon49522
    @Jon49522 ปีที่แล้ว +1269

    I was the guy in the red (oxblood) jacket. Had a blast meeting you guys, and the contest was great fun as well. God bless, and Happy New Year!

    • @GreatEgret
      @GreatEgret ปีที่แล้ว +115

      That’s a damn fine jacket.

    • @Jon49522
      @Jon49522 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      @@GreatEgret Thanks; I love it. It's the Joe Rocket Richmond, though sadly I believe it's been discontinued.

    • @BikesandBeards
      @BikesandBeards  ปีที่แล้ว +107

      Hey it was great meeting you also.

    • @ericstout4122
      @ericstout4122 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s so cool man. From text line to harley to meeting these guys back to TH-cam video this is crazy world

    • @gagepuffinbarger6939
      @gagepuffinbarger6939 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was a solid attempt.

  • @QsEnious
    @QsEnious ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I've a '42 WLC Navy spec.. Wish I came across this chance, so easy it's just a routine and starting it warm is also different then the cold start. Driving this thing is absolute pleasure. Learned to drive and work on it around my 16 y/o, now been doing it for 10 years already!

  • @zType2
    @zType2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I think this could be better if the money amount was a bit lower... $1,000 makes people a bit sketched out imo. Also, doing it in a random parking lot with a sign that I couldn't see 20 feet away doesn't help 😂 love the video concept though and hopefully you guys do more of things like this.

  • @dcxplant
    @dcxplant ปีที่แล้ว +339

    It was really painful watching these folks pound away at the kick lever.... you are a brave man! No way I could let anyone beat up my motorcycle like that. I weep for that kick start pedal.

    • @marang1966
      @marang1966 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same.

    • @nickersbullock4204
      @nickersbullock4204 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Exactly what I was thinking

    • @icepick859
      @icepick859 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      One dude almost dropped it also

    • @elPrimodeTj
      @elPrimodeTj ปีที่แล้ว +7

      3.2m views thats not a problem

    • @PG-24
      @PG-24 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      true

  • @mrmawson2438
    @mrmawson2438 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    It's a wonder the kickstart hasn't broke with all that kicking😂

    • @inhumanfilth681
      @inhumanfilth681 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      I mean to be fair theres no electric start so being kicked alot is kinda its whole reason for existing. Things weren't built shitty back then like they are now.

    • @BikesandBeards
      @BikesandBeards  ปีที่แล้ว +116

      its a tough old bike

    • @Dzinbhudist
      @Dzinbhudist ปีที่แล้ว +32

      We owned World War II Bmw bike which can break your leg with kickstand if done incorrectly 😉

    • @justauser
      @justauser ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@inhumanfilth681 I don't think they're built "shitty" now, quite the opposite actually lol

    • @vincentblake5289
      @vincentblake5289 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @justauser I don't think he used the right word. I think, basically what he probably meant was...they don't make em like they use to. As modern motorcycles, cars, etc are made with many Chinese/Mexican sourced electrical components like failing sensors galore for example. Even the branded Harley oil filters have degraded substantially from 1991-present.

  • @michaelolin2219
    @michaelolin2219 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My friend Nick had a 74 shovelhead, I was experienced. Dirt bikes, a couple crotch rockets, he said if I could kick it over I could take it for a ride. I couldn’t. Nick showed me a couple tricks, kicked it on, and said go ahead. My first time riding a Harley, I was very surprised at the weight, but how easy it was to handle. Thanks Nick, miss you buddy, RIP.

  • @JohnDoe-kk4rp
    @JohnDoe-kk4rp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Used to have an old dirt bike with a similar start-up process and had a flip switch ignition. Fuel tap on, 3 prime kicks choke full, half choke 1 huge kick, leg snapper kick start all with quarter throttle, on fireup open throttle to full. Plenty bruised shins, but by far the most fun I've ever had

  • @Scooter2Lambo
    @Scooter2Lambo ปีที่แล้ว +257

    I like your content. You don't destroy things, and you do things that financially many viewers could do, so its relatable.

    • @bmint
      @bmint ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes sir, I can 100 percent financially afford to give people $1000 to start a motorcycle.. 🤦‍♂️

    • @wileecoyote5749
      @wileecoyote5749 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah, everyone pays strangers $1000 to start their vehicles

    • @captaincommunism6532
      @captaincommunism6532 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He destroys stuff all the time lol

    • @nasilemak868
      @nasilemak868 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      motorcycles from Amazon?

    • @kevinb8285
      @kevinb8285 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      So you don’t like WhistlinDiesel

  • @odysseusnissan
    @odysseusnissan ปีที่แล้ว +553

    The definition of insanity(kicking it over and over again and thinking its gonna suddenly work).

    • @Dragoloov
      @Dragoloov ปีที่แล้ว +12

      some people believe everything created it self so no surprise such people exist

    • @lennartsix6102
      @lennartsix6102 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Dragoloov because thats literally what happened?

    • @Dragoloov
      @Dragoloov ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@lennartsix6102 prove it and show me something that creates it self out of nothing.

    • @lennartsix6102
      @lennartsix6102 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@Dragoloov prove it and show me god create something

    • @internetcensure5849
      @internetcensure5849 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Sriram R Kicking when the lever is all the way down will not start any engine. That's lack of knowledge!

  • @FonicsSuck
    @FonicsSuck ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I have a similar rule with my bike. If you can start it, you can ride it.
    It's a kick start '85 DR600. There is a checklist to starting. Don't forget the decomp! The compression is a bit more than the old Harley lol

    • @jeanfonssedeporte3158
      @jeanfonssedeporte3158 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I ride a 95' DR 650 RSE with an electric starter so I guess the procedure is quite different even though these bikes are similar !

  • @hircynowca8406
    @hircynowca8406 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    easy money...knowledge is the KEY..glad to see someone did it properly

  • @papermaster7764
    @papermaster7764 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I find it funny how they called the cops for you standing there but not when you guys were trying to steal a bike

  • @kiddlawncare2933
    @kiddlawncare2933 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I've never had a Harley but I've had a lot of vintage bikes and from the first few minutes I knew nobody picked up on the ignition not being on. I got so many laughs from this. Thank you.

    • @chrismay2298
      @chrismay2298 ปีที่แล้ว

      An Harley...

    • @shinigamiwolfen
      @shinigamiwolfen ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrismay2298 Checks out.

    • @Sonic_Boomer_
      @Sonic_Boomer_ ปีที่แล้ว +4

      petty sure this has a manual ignition timing advance on the left grip and you have to advance the timing for startup then return it to normal once running

    • @kiddlawncare2933
      @kiddlawncare2933 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Rob-A-Dob64 that sounds about right. I know a lot of English bikes had something like that. I know James motorcycles had a manual advance. Most of my bikes were 60's to mid 70's.

    • @kiddlawncare2933
      @kiddlawncare2933 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Chris May didn't catch the auto error.

  • @kdsowen2882
    @kdsowen2882 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a Very heavily-modded Sr500 single , nearly a full-race-engine . I told guys they could have it if they could start-it . Even guys with big-single knowledge couldn't do it , timing-levers-aside , it was the exact-same procedure as starting a BSA Gold-star race-bike or Manx-Norton-single . If you even rested your hand on the throttle, it wouldn't start . If it didn't start in 3-kicks, you had to 'un-flood' the motor and start again . When it started, people would recoil-backwards , it really Roared ! Dave NZ

  • @olds97lss
    @olds97lss ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love Craig's laugh. He got so happy when that last (first or second actual person) got it to fire up!

  • @cailaleiphart6001
    @cailaleiphart6001 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    We can't believe that just by chance we went to bass pro the day you were there and luckily won! So thankful for your generosity!! And glad I convince him to try lol

    • @ericmcdonkey
      @ericmcdonkey ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Damn you won then and now the bots have selected you to try to scam too you are super lucky 😂 just don't do anything the comment above me says or they will end up owning your house and stealing your kids social security number to get loans for another house too

    • @halfpint5877
      @halfpint5877 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You guys googled it first dont lie

  • @andrewhopkins1484
    @andrewhopkins1484 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks for the opportunity. It was awesome meeting you guys. I just want to say logic goes out the window when your suddenly infront of 2 cameras and people you only know from TH-cam

  • @DonQuixotec
    @DonQuixotec 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I did something simular with a buddy of mine. I fly small airplanes as a hobby, and I asked him if he would figure out how to start it (it's a Cessna 172, just a normal piston engine propeller plane). He's a mechanic, so he knows a lot about motors. It took him some minutes, but he eventually fired it up.
    What do you need to start an engine? Battery/power, fuel flow, mixture control, ignition/spark and throttle to keep the engine running. And usually in that order. It was very much fun for me to see him figuring out. Like the very first thing he said was "alright, so wheres the battery switch?".

  • @bend1951
    @bend1951 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Reminds me of my old ‘65 Sporty with a Linkert carb and magneto. I had to kick once while holding the choke closed, then turn the ignition on, open the choke, and give it a hearty kick and off we went!

  • @out_rising2078
    @out_rising2078 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Happy New year to you all (not Dan) from across the pond! Was everyone else wincing as much as me with that poor kick start lever? Look forward to more new content guys, keep up the good work!

    • @johnbrady1211
      @johnbrady1211 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh I was envisioning the gears just grinding down every time those unfamiliar with a kickstarter stomped on the pedal.

  • @natedostalik3538
    @natedostalik3538 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    “I’ll give you 100 bucks if you can read this sign” 😂😂 genius

    • @earthwormandruw
      @earthwormandruw ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sign shoulda just said
      TRY TO
      WIN
      $1,000
      then people would ask how and boom explain the rules

  • @BucksCorner101
    @BucksCorner101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't believe I'm just now stumbling upon your channel! Plus knowing that you guys are literally minutes from my house is pretty dope!!

  • @darkentity2444
    @darkentity2444 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have no idea how to do it but i know some models have like a timing thing you can / needs to change when starting? Guess thats whats needed, dont know if piston needs to be in a specific positions as well.

  • @carmenandthedevil2804
    @carmenandthedevil2804 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    With all the turmoil in the States since 2020, it's great to see a video like this appear every now and then. Good work and keep the good vibes coming. From Sydney Aus.

    • @rea280
      @rea280 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a feeling you're reffering to Trump and not covid...

    • @Pazair-nq6gl
      @Pazair-nq6gl ปีที่แล้ว

      @notfiveo o un ladrón de motos que ofrecía dinero porque no podía encenderla ... 🤔 esa harley tan bonita no va a ser de ese barbudo 🤣

    • @mkurt3641
      @mkurt3641 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rea280 Maybe because covid was everyones problem in the world, not just in the US

    • @user-fs8ui9rp2m
      @user-fs8ui9rp2m 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      THANKS!! IT'S BEEN HI-ANXIETY HERE, up until well AFTER JAN 6. But Better NOW. Less anger and hatred, and 'US vs Them' mentality.

  • @swiftm6
    @swiftm6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    So glad to see you guys back in action! I hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Keep the shiny-side up, dudes.

  • @dynamicduck8777
    @dynamicduck8777 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My first road bike was a 1950 FL Hydro glide. It WAS NOT low compression and came in 4 boxes when I bought it at 17 years old. I loved watching my friends try and start it because they would miss the compression stroke and get launched. The stroker kit didn't make it any easier haha.

  • @kraigrichard7043
    @kraigrichard7043 ปีที่แล้ว

    50'EL with medium compression. Two slow prime kics w half choke. Move kicker till a piston feels like it's TDC. Then one kick with full choke. I prefer a newer distributer with centrifugal advance. Also Accel spark plugs seem to clean themselves off better than others..My old 71' slash five Beemer, I could start by hand pushing kicker. had each bike 20 years.

  • @BlueEyedColonizer
    @BlueEyedColonizer ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I steal bikes for a living and have always struggled getting these bikes to start......but now with your fine video I'm sure I'll strive in my craft......Thanks BikesandBeards!! 🤣🤣

    • @keithdowell8473
      @keithdowell8473 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You didn’t struggle to get them started. You either know how to, or you don’t.

  • @punkrockdidi
    @punkrockdidi ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You guys make fantastic YT content for bikers,love it!
    Greetings from Belgium 🔥

  • @CK-mf6du
    @CK-mf6du 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You guys should do more vids like this. Too bad there is only so many kick start engines that aren't hard to kick through, and won't kick back. Could see some issues but great idea for video's 👍

  • @drewgoody2957
    @drewgoody2957 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've ridden one of those there is like a few steps u gotta adjust the timing turn on choke open the fuel turn the key on

  • @mountainlightforge122
    @mountainlightforge122 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Glad to see some new content. Keep up the good work and God bless!

    • @BikesandBeards
      @BikesandBeards  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same to you

    • @howardlawrence9882
      @howardlawrence9882 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      best way 2 start a harley is in a dumpster cause it is a good start...like.

  • @AdamSuperAC
    @AdamSuperAC ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sean, been a fan of the channel for years. You always produce top-notch CONTENT, Love IT ! Cheers from Australia !

  • @jean-micheljuquel9286
    @jean-micheljuquel9286 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ChatGpt response is : Starting a vintage motorcycle like the Harley Davidson WLC 1942 Navy spec requires a bit of knowledge and patience. Here are the steps you can follow:
    Check the Fuel and Oil Levels: Make sure the motorcycle has enough fuel and oil. The oil should be checked by removing the oil tank dipstick, and the fuel should be checked by looking inside the fuel tank.
    Turn on the Ignition: Locate the ignition switch, usually located on the right-hand side of the motorcycle's frame. Turn the switch to the "on" position.
    Set the Choke: Locate the choke lever on the left-hand side of the motorcycle's handlebar. Set the choke to the "on" position to provide a richer fuel-air mixture for starting.
    Prime the Carburetor: On the left-hand side of the carburetor, there is a small lever called a tickler. Press it down to prime the carburetor with fuel.
    Kickstart the Engine: Move the kickstart lever into position and kick down with a smooth and firm motion. You may need to repeat this process several times until the engine starts.
    It take 40s to ask and read, rest 4mn20s to test !

  • @Kaairve
    @Kaairve 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I think people didn't want to participate mostly because they were afraid to drop that bike while starting it. Especially if someone's not used to sitting on motorcycles. Maybe a backwheel stand to stabilize the bike would help get confidence.

  • @reelgangsta1851
    @reelgangsta1851 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd love to see you do this a bike week. I hope everyone has a fantastic 2023!

    • @kennyk1679
      @kennyk1679 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Repent and follow Jesus my friend! Repenting doesn't mean confessing your sins to others, but to stop doing them altogether. Belief in Messiah alone is not enough to get you into heaven, you must become a new creation and be born again by responding to the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:15-16 cf. Hebrews 10:26-29. Pay close attention to your thoughts and how you respond to your inner monologue because it has a greater impact than you think. Call on the name of Jesus and pray for Him to intervene in your life, and do all that you can to follow His ways.

  • @HonJazzz
    @HonJazzz ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That bike sounds amazing. It must have been a real rush to get that thing to come to life.

  • @bill-2018
    @bill-2018 ปีที่แล้ว

    After a few kicks you'd think they would look for an ignition switch and fuel switch at least. Why would they be left switched on? I always did put the choke on my Virago half way and once started I adjusted it for better running.

  • @hooverity
    @hooverity 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think this was the first video i saw from these guys. Been watching since

  • @julianramos1893
    @julianramos1893 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Love your videos keep them coming! Props all the way from Scotland.

  • @051570orion
    @051570orion ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Note to self if I see Sean And Craig in a parking lot offering $1000 to start an old Harley, watch wheels through time video before I try to start an old Harley 😁

    • @craigbannister7826
      @craigbannister7826 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh just remember to turn the bike to on. Like every single car and motorcycle requires(besides for the new push start cars)

    • @051570orion
      @051570orion ปีที่แล้ว

      @@craigbannister7826 yep , that's actually the one thing i kew , but I knew there was an order , I have watched wheels through time . Lol and are you "Craig" from B&B ?

  • @Cyber_Engineer
    @Cyber_Engineer ปีที่แล้ว

    For the whole time I was wonering "Does they turned on the ignition?" and when I found out that they didn't I had only one question "Do you ever started SOMETHING that has any engine?" because you can do whatever you want but 2 basic things must be done. Open fuel valve and turn on the ignition, you can also choke it but that depends on the engine, if you have those 2 things done you will start it eventually.

  • @genuineapbt6690
    @genuineapbt6690 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, what a trip! I remember one time my nephew, my brother and I went to see a 1950 Panhead here in Southern California. The guy thought he was a real old-school biker, and wanting to sound tough, he said “if you could start it you can test ride it” He went in his house and came back running when he heard the bike galloping. I kick started it with the second try. He didn’t know I had been riding since the 80s. We ended up buying the bike and like a full we sold it 2 Years later way before they went up in value. We did make about 7k on it so can’t complain.

  • @linkonlansing
    @linkonlansing ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It is always fun to watch you edgumicate us on all things holy.. It is also nice seeing you making those peeps days.

  • @jamesgarrett7589
    @jamesgarrett7589 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    LOVE this channel and am very impressed with the depth of knowledge and talent from both Sean and Craig. Also a little jealous of both beards and bike collection lol IF I was lucky enough to see this in a parking lot somewhere, I would first ask if instead of the $1,000, I could ride it, within sight of course, say around the parking lot for 10 minutes, am fully insured and legal. I realize what a museum piece this is and know the work you have done on this BEAUTIFUL bike. I actually knew the order of and how to start this bike as I watched a part of our group do it to his WLA back in the day. My son and I would consider it an honor to ride with you guys, if you ever make it to the gorgeous PNW.

    • @kennyk1679
      @kennyk1679 ปีที่แล้ว

      Repent and follow Jesus my friend! Repenting doesn't mean confessing your sins to others, but to stop doing them altogether. Belief in Messiah alone is not enough to get you into heaven, you must become a new creation and be born again by responding to the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:15-16 cf. Hebrews 10:26-29. Pay close attention to your thoughts and how you respond to your inner monologue because it has a greater impact than you think. Call on the name of Jesus and pray for Him to intervene in your life, and do all that you can to follow His ways.

  • @KumarTalks
    @KumarTalks 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i would love to try since my 1984 Royal enfield start similar way.

  • @dreadmuthu
    @dreadmuthu ปีที่แล้ว

    My father had 1972 yezde. After my dad leaves out we quickly turn on the TV, and we turn off before he comes back cause we can hear the SOUND LIKE 2 STREETS away.
    Anyways, it's an amazing video.

  • @jayjenkins4721
    @jayjenkins4721 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a good friend who collects and restores old Cushman bikes and he's told me about starting them...and it's a lot like how this thing starts. Not sure if I could have started this, but it might have been worth a shot...lol.

  • @Bluescorpio75
    @Bluescorpio75 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love your videos. They always put me into a Great Mood. I’m always looking forward to your New Content. Funny thing is, it didn’t start out that way. There was a time I kinda hated it 😂 . Great Content keep up the Awesome Work.

  • @joyngamkhumlo2520
    @joyngamkhumlo2520 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I can start any bike in just ten second, old or new, i'm a mechanic for an old royal endfield bikes and a new yamaha like r1m.❤❤❤. Good video.

  • @ollydogtravels9465
    @ollydogtravels9465 ปีที่แล้ว

    most kick start its done to feeling the compression, mate has trouble all the time with his shovel esp when its hot. No matter how many times I show him its the feeling.

  • @GracetheWestie
    @GracetheWestie ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The two of you remind me of my husband and his best friend. Never a dull moment and always entertaining 😊

  • @The_Future_isnt_so_Bright
    @The_Future_isnt_so_Bright ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I built a Cafe' racer with a 140cc piranha engine. The compression on that engine is insane. When kickstarting Quality over quantity is the secret... and a hand over the air intake helps. If you attempt to kick it without giving it all you got, its coming back at you. It hurts really bad. Once its running, its a beast. Roll starting isn't an option, it will not roll start no matter what gear you are in.

    • @trivy1752
      @trivy1752 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a cb550 for a while and i dont know if those are prone to vicious kickbacks but it caught me a good 2 times and each time it felt like it broke my shin in half lol!

    • @mmaaddict78
      @mmaaddict78 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It also helps if you get it to go just past TDC and then let the kicker return up. Then give her a really good kick. Usually won’t get kick back with that method.

    • @The_Future_isnt_so_Bright
      @The_Future_isnt_so_Bright ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mmaaddict78 Trust me, if it were that easy, I would do it. I just do as per instructions that came with it. The company that sells them told me the kickstarter will break off eventually, and it did. After welding it together its no longer an issue. That is the only real gripe I have about the engine, that and all 4 gears are up. That can be annoying sometimes when not paying attention.

  • @marksmith732
    @marksmith732 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish i would have been there. I've owned 2 Knukleheads and a early Pan. Flatties are real close when it comes to starting.

  • @craigstreetzel7743
    @craigstreetzel7743 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got to get it on the compression stroke

  • @jessemacneil2723
    @jessemacneil2723 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    fun to watch . one of the best bike channels

  • @dethiusa2591
    @dethiusa2591 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don’t even ride or have ever ridden a motorcycle..Lol someday I guess 🤔 and yet I find myself watching all your videos, awesome work guys!

  • @steveadams5190
    @steveadams5190 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would have been the quickest grand I ever made. 😎
    Beautiful bike by the way! 👍

  • @BIGGGJOHN171
    @BIGGGJOHN171 ปีที่แล้ว

    First off you have to have enough rocks in your pocket. Set up the compression stoke then full choke and full throttle. On the 3 strike on the crank lever it should start.

  • @MrBuellMike
    @MrBuellMike ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yo Sean… too bad I wasn‘t around. I had my first flatty 45 when I was 27, the next one 10 years ago… would‘ve been easy money! Great idea, keep on doin‘ stuff like this. Peace.

  • @Hallowedpoint85
    @Hallowedpoint85 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was thinking the whole time that it had to have an ignition switch. But everyone did get the choke, fuel then kick. Just one of those things that everyone has gotten used to in this day and age of ease of use. There used to be ignition switches haha good video though it was fun!

    • @BikesandBeards
      @BikesandBeards  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You were right

    • @internetcensure5849
      @internetcensure5849 ปีที่แล้ว

      electric starters don't have an ignition key? How then do you lock the bike?

    • @Hallowedpoint85
      @Hallowedpoint85 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @internetcensure5849 there is a key that locks the forks thats it you have a fob now for bikes

  • @scottkinne9760
    @scottkinne9760 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy, for the most part, this channel. I love the Verse for the day, and your knowledge and your team’s knowledge. I do get a little annoyed and tired of all the Harley stuff and the negative opinions toward Indian. I have owned both. Can we just continue to see your videos regarding all brands? Thank you.

  • @AsTheWheelsTurn
    @AsTheWheelsTurn ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I could start it but it would take me more like 20 minutes of looking it over and thinking it thru. I do know I for sure would have thought to figure out how to be sure the fuel was on and that the ignition switch was on, I would have put choke on full for a few trys then probably backed it off for a few trys. still wouldn't have ever come up with the exact sequence but I think I would have got it running. owning a bike like that for a while is how you get to know it. I have an old bike that requires some finesse to start but if you know just how to do it it is like a one sollid kick kind of deal.

  • @AcmeRacing
    @AcmeRacing ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wish I'd been there. I've seen the procedure over and over on the Wheels Through Time YT site.

  • @janosistvan5226
    @janosistvan5226 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    1-Put the transmission in 2nd gear 2-Hold in the clutch 3-Make sure gas and choke (or distributor) are in correct position 4- Make sure key is on. 5- Position kickstart into highest compression. 6- then kick start it. twice if necessary. Don't forget to prime it if it's been sitting a while.

    • @flamelacacio8150
      @flamelacacio8150 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It must be on 2nd gear to start?

    • @janosistvan5226
      @janosistvan5226 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@flamelacacio8150 No, you don't have to, it is just easier to turn over the engine in 2nd gear. Doesn't kick back as hard at your leg. Not a requirement though. If you are having trouble in neutral, try it. Worked for me on some days. A good spark is key.

    • @flamelacacio8150
      @flamelacacio8150 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@janosistvan5226 thanks for the reply, it was just curiosity since I'd never heard about this technique. I've had a couple kick start bikes but newer ones, anyway if I need to start an oldie someday, I'll remember this advice. Thank you!

    • @janosistvan5226
      @janosistvan5226 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@flamelacacio8150 Sure happy to oblige. It's funny I had a 1971 Honda 450 CB that never started with the electric start, and I had to kick start it always. Come to find out when I put a new battery in, it started right up and ran better too always. I think the old point type distributers made a difference in how Harleys started. Electrical contact or timing had to be just right. Some Triumphs with points, when the humidity was high outside you had to wipe between the points with a matchbook cover to get it dry enough to fire. Different bikes = different characteristics. Newer technology is much more reliable nowadays until it breaks then it's expensive.

    • @ikwer111
      @ikwer111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      With a foot clutch?

  • @brettchurchyard5018
    @brettchurchyard5018 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wish I was there, I am an Aussie and love my old Harley's, I have had a few WLA's

  • @alt.5574
    @alt.5574 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Imagine stalling in busy traffic

  • @fukhue8226
    @fukhue8226 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    These flat heads were low compression which also translates to lower vacuum. Trying to get a rich enough mixture without starving the engine for air was tricky. A friend of mine had an old dresser that was virtually impossible for anyone else but Ray to start!

    • @kennyk1679
      @kennyk1679 ปีที่แล้ว

      Repent and follow Jesus my friend! Repenting doesn't mean confessing your sins to others, but to stop doing them altogether. Belief in Messiah alone is not enough to get you into heaven, you must become a new creation and be born again by responding to the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:15-16 cf. Hebrews 10:26-29. Pay close attention to your thoughts and how you respond to your inner monologue because it has a greater impact than you think. Call on the name of Jesus and pray for Him to intervene in your life, and do all that you can to follow His ways.

    • @michaelbenardo5695
      @michaelbenardo5695 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Low compression does not mean low vacuum, hot cams mean low vacuum.

    • @gjw45
      @gjw45 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@michaelbenardo5695 No, low compression means low vacuum, it's relative.
      Hot cams can also create low vacuum due to the exhaust and intake duration overlap, which is why they idle so poorly. However, he was talking about the characteristics of a particular model, and that's how they were in stock form.

  • @trillykolla8347
    @trillykolla8347 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    great content. im surprised people were so reluctant to give it a shot

    • @uncrunch398
      @uncrunch398 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why? I'd take that offer to mean something was done to it that any motorcycle mechanic probably wouldn't think of to make it impossible to start without undoing it. Edit: Nevermind. The former part of this comment was posted while watching a preroll ad.

    • @pvtred
      @pvtred ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think it's mostly the sign. If it was just a guy who came up to me to ask me to start a motorcycle that I can see, I'd be much more willing.

    • @CONEHEADDK
      @CONEHEADDK ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most people are scared of failure, wspecially in public. Irl most people eny and look up to us that dare.. " Who dares wins" - actually usually even when they don't win - in the long run, they do..

  • @31446963048
    @31446963048 ปีที่แล้ว

    I figured ignition, fuel switch and priming the carb. Anything else besides that?

  • @mikegeere876
    @mikegeere876 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 49 flathead and tell people same thing, if they can start it they can have it...wish I was around where you were doing this cuz it would have been fun to take your money

  • @jannepeltonen2036
    @jannepeltonen2036 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I know how to start an airplane engine from the 1940s. So it's in the realm of possibility I could've applied that knowledge here :-P Nice video!

  • @BasedBidoof
    @BasedBidoof ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The gearhead in me wants one now. There's something cool about having to know the song of it's people to get it to start. I never really wanted a harley until this moment

  • @kvirk7583
    @kvirk7583 ปีที่แล้ว

    U helped out people especially at these current times

  • @alessandrodegiuseppe3029
    @alessandrodegiuseppe3029 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this bike..i Born and live in Italy but my grandfather got a fl 750... fantastica

  • @rdintennessee702
    @rdintennessee702 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Darn it… I maintained a ‘42 WL-D for a friend and know how it works… When I first learned it, my friend told me ya gotta be at least 60 years old or she won’t start. But once you know the trick(s) she pops right off.

    • @kirkwilson5900
      @kirkwilson5900 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been riding flathead Harleys since the 90's and I was in my 20's. Usually nobody at the shows or rides would believe they were mine. I had old timer buddies and when we stood around to BS people would ask my buddies questions about the bikes, then they'd point at me lol. I loved that. Then and now people freak out seeing em on the road, now I'm in my 50's and luckily still look too young to ride old Harleys. 😅 ✌️

  • @SOLDbyYOU
    @SOLDbyYOU ปีที่แล้ว

    Left side twist to advance spark…. If it has a pumper… twist tight side twice…. Choke on…. Move kick starter slowly and find TOP of compression stroke…. Jump straight up… come straight down….and DO NOT come out of the bottom until AFTER the engine is RUNNING…or completely stopped popping

  • @fredflintstone8048
    @fredflintstone8048 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video brought back a funny memory. I was not a Harley rider, but a Jap bike rider instead, but I had a number of aquantences who rode Harleys and the common consensus was that some of them could be hard to start especially the Sportsters.
    I was considering buying a used sportster once and when I got to the guys house he said there might be some trouble getting it started. He kicked it and kicked it, taking rests and making adjustments in between. He finally changed the spark plugs and got it started and running. After that it was fine. I took it for a test ride and really enjoyed the bike, but in the end I decided not to buy it.
    I was spoiled by how easily my big Jap road bikes started and how reliable they were compared to the Harleys. I've always had a love for the Harleys, but from a distance. Nope, I don't want to own one. The same goes for the finicky Brit bikes. They are very cool to me, but not to own, or rely on.

  • @lothre
    @lothre ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Man. Seeing you guys do all this cool local stuff only makes me hate living in CA more than I do already. And that amount increasing even a smidgen more should break math!

    • @ianm432
      @ianm432 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I mean California sucks but at least you can ride all year round

    • @lothre
      @lothre ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ianm432 I see you are a glass 1/8th full kinda guy!

    • @bayareatrap890
      @bayareatrap890 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ca is better than all these places in the middle of no where

  • @DB-xq3yn
    @DB-xq3yn ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It's like watching McCarthy trying to become speaker of the House!😂

  • @elloquero6543
    @elloquero6543 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the old exhaust style!!

  • @user-bw4sr9iq9j
    @user-bw4sr9iq9j 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some have an advance spark twist on the left grip ....
    Turn gas on
    Choke it
    Twist throttle three times slowly kick it through three times..
    Turn it to run..
    Advance distributor..
    Turn trottle a time or two if it gas accelerator pump and it should start...
    If it has run in the last month.. within four kicks...
    Good luck if it hasn't run this year...
    I would use some stating fluid...🎉
    I'm 2in shorter than I used to be..
    both knees blown out from kicking a 68 mag sportster...since 92
    Cold blooded monster..
    There...
    That was the sequence to start my panhead...

  • @uncrunch398
    @uncrunch398 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is like a fun basic brand history test. All you have to do is start it to prove you payed attention, and get a grand richer.

  • @christaylor2168
    @christaylor2168 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love all the inventions. Anything is possible at 54garage. I put a weed eater flywheel and could on a bike one time because all the exsisting ignition system was all burned up. You guys reminded me of it. Good job as always guys. Thanks for the interesting videos.

  • @Naker_72
    @Naker_72 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could fire it, but I wouldn't have the strength to use the kick start. I can because to start my moped you have to turn on the choke open the fuel valve turn on the ignition and then kick or turn on the starter

  • @grima411
    @grima411 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish u guys did this in davenport iowa id get it im only 32 my dad had 2 of these when i was little thanks to him being a collector

  • @cirbuestub8934
    @cirbuestub8934 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pity I wasn't there... I learnt to ride bikes on a 1937 and a 1942 HD like this one.. if you don't know the steps, impossible to start them.. good job man ;)

  • @jondehoff4512
    @jondehoff4512 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Getting ready to buy my first motorcycle and came across this channel. I can’t believe I never knew this channel existed when I’m right next door in York 😂 hopefully you guys will get some inventory soon so I can buy a bike off you!

    • @kennyk1679
      @kennyk1679 ปีที่แล้ว

      Repent and follow Jesus my friend! Repenting doesn't mean confessing your sins to others, but to stop doing them altogether. Belief in Messiah alone is not enough to get you into heaven, you must become a new creation and be born again by responding to the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:15-16 cf. Hebrews 10:26-29. Pay close attention to your thoughts and how you respond to your inner monologue because it has a greater impact than you think. Call on the name of Jesus and pray for Him to intervene in your life, and do all that you can to follow His ways.

    • @jondehoff4512
      @jondehoff4512 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kennyk1679 I’m already Christian so don’t need this. But thanks

  • @Havanacuba1985
    @Havanacuba1985 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’d defo have a go I was wondering if you had to get the pistons top dead centre then lift the choke

    • @brianschmid6993
      @brianschmid6993 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Absolutely. maximizing the position the piston is on cylinder one will allow all the kick crank motion optimal probability.

  • @happygilmore5591
    @happygilmore5591 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just went and watched a video on “how” to start this..if I ever see you doing this $$$$ will be mine🥰👍great video..made me learn something

    • @happygilmore5591
      @happygilmore5591 ปีที่แล้ว

      In the event of a zombie apocalypse and I see nothing but this bike. I will survive☺️👍👍

  • @RT10Viperman
    @RT10Viperman ปีที่แล้ว +4

    LOL...I had a 53 panhead and would tell people they could have it if they could start it..! Nobody could start it. I could start it on the 2nd kick every time

    • @rudedog3529
      @rudedog3529 ปีที่แล้ว

      Challenge accepted. 😈 I have a '48 Pan.

  • @ddubiejr
    @ddubiejr ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. - Einstein

  • @ZorawarSekhon
    @ZorawarSekhon 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Turn the ignition on & kick start !

  • @thewizardsofthezoo5376
    @thewizardsofthezoo5376 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gotta open the valve to the tank, like in a 2 stroke boat engine.

  • @PropertiesForSaleInJamaica
    @PropertiesForSaleInJamaica ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How can this bike have such an antique yet modern look at the same time? Very beautiful!