Staff Bike: Clare's Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 

thepassionofthegoose I’ll be doing this later this year.

Dubbelju Motorcycle Rentals in SF is what most people I know use when visiting. They're reasonably priced and have a good selection of bikes. I'm in no way affiliated with them, but I have had several friends have good experiences which is why I recommend them. Lastly, make sure HWY-1 is open all the way, especially south of Big Sur. Frequent mudslides cause closures that aren't trip ending, but can be problematic.

Thanks for the tips! I’ll definitely keep that in mind.

@@KiloCharlieOne Yeah, I reccommend dubbelju. SF is a pretty dirty, hilly, city. ha. But highway 1 was awesome.

Thank you, I love this bike and the sound it makes : )

bob johnson thanks! Just reading through all these lovely comments from everyone. There’s just something about the Sportster.

instablaster...

Views from the Man Cave thank you! See you soon 👍

The pipes are really bloody loud and I totally love them, the neighbours? Not so much! ....but they are nice neighbours and I’m gone pretty quick! Honesty such a comfy seat, I don’t think I’ll swap it!

Rene Fierro The best!

I like the sportster cool looking bike. Ideal bike for you.

Kuryakyn - they are the crusher Mavericks 2in 1 system 😁

Dave xjs thank you! I do love that sissy bar though : )

abi5m3ll I don’t think the weight would be an issue as it’s quite low down. I’d be more concerned with the clutch. I’ve not ridden the 883 but the bigger ones can really make your hand ache after a days riding. I’d recommend you hire one for the weekend and get some miles chalked up.

@@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134 thanks for the info! Once if sort out my 125cc test and can sort out the big bike stuff I'll have to look into it.

@@abi5m3ll Yeah go for it. In terms of value for money, Harley are very good with their rentals. I think they pretty much subsidise this to attract new business. I'd highly recommend hiring some bikes for the weekend to get a better feel for what you like. Don't rule anything out as you may be surprised. I for one after renting quite a few things would not by a new bike now without a quick shifter, OMG once tried there's no going back! :-) Good luck

abi5m3ll Harley’s are heavier than most but I manage just fine, once you get used to handling the bike you won’t notice. I’m quite tall 5,10” so this is a comfortable ride for me but be sure to check out the super low as well if you are smaller in stature. Good luck with your test!

abi5m3ll also no problems on the clutch! I swapped out the stock grips for something chunkier to make it more comfortable on the wrists.

Probably because our government never fill pot holes 🤣🤣🤣

They are Kuryakn crusher Maverick 2 into 1 system 😊

Why don't you wait a year and buy a proper bike? Not to be a dick, but that's gonna cost you way more than it'll be worth, both in effort and in the final performance of the motorcycle. I've been through that rabbit hole before.

astropapi1 I'm young and I have everything like parts wise I need but I don't have a job or get any money apart from what I save and it does make sense to buy another bike but I don't want something like what I have now its a fast 50cc but it's a Chinese 2t and that's all I could afford and that's nice did you finish your build? A homemade bike always feels better in my opinion I've been on my dad's 250 home made chopper it's got a Honda cm engine and I have been on my brothers ybr bobber dad made and they have a feel my supermoto doesn't I'd love to be able to ride a r6 but I can't

I’m 5’10 :)

What a ridiculous question Loki. We don't tolerate insults to our staff, especially for their gender. If you enjoy our videos, please keep these viewpoints to yourself.

Unfortunately Most bike rallies (not all there are a few good exceptions) are all male environments. They are geared up towards entertainment for men solely, the bike community is still a male dominated industry. However there are positive changes. We are not anti men and Its not creepy to have an all women event, it's about empowering women and creating a positive community and a safe space to come together, encourage, support, learn to ride, connect with like minded female riders. At Camp VC we just want to create a space thats a positive experience for women, organised and run by women. There are basic mechanic workshops, ride outs, yoga, wellness, good food, good music, skate ramps, climbing walls, enduro classes, trails riding, dirt biking, live talks and live music. We are just creating our own space to have a good time. Nothing creepy about that.

Not wrong! Was totally flat 😂

Or - ...People buy Harley's knowing they can personalise them, and loads of bike part makers produce quality aftermarket parts,

@@BikeShedMotoCo sure, I get that... but I've seen some dealer reviews where the guy is pointing a bunch of stuff he suggests "updating" on a brand new bike worth 20K... if you're building a bike from almost bare frame then sure it's great there's so much stuff available. that said I'd get a stock/unmolested knucklehead or panhead any day if they weren't selling for their weight in gold.

Yep we're weird lol but you just can't find as many aftermarket mods for other cruiser brands. This is why I love HD. #iron1200 #HAPPYNEWYEARS

That is the joy of owning a motorcycle, being able to put your own touch on it. It isnt limited to just Harley riders smh

Léo Bellavance my bike wasn’t expensive, I’m not replacing everything, I’m customising it to my personal style, that’s the beauty of the Sportster. Rather be a little weird than just the norm!

Nagyon Okos Minde Tudó Béla Úr it’s not claimed to be a shed built bike. It’s a staff bike, that claire actually rides and is a video about her and the reasons why she rides it.

@@BikeShedMotoCo Okay. I'm sorry I'm hurting a hipster ego. Get a real rocker biker attitude and smile. If you get me some angle grinder, sandpaper, matt black spray cans, and a hammer. I happily modify Miss Claire's Harley.

Nope. No hipster egos here. Just correcting your misunderstanding. Meanwhile please feel free to modify you own bike... Perhaps we'll make a video review, if you, or the bike are interesting enough?

@@BikeShedMotoCo Thanks. But I'm a very boring person and I don't even have a bike. But I'm planning to buy a secondhand bicycle. All the best and be safe.

+Howard Brandwood It would be the best part of YOUR freakin boat!

Ah the old classic....female takes bike to male mechanic and so they must be 'knobbing' as you so eloquently put it. I find this really disrespectful. What decade did you just crawl out from? I suggest you go back there and take your fancy words with you.

Loads of guys ride sportsters so don't listen to anyone who says it's a girls bike. Just ride what you enjoy. I'm 5'11 and it's perfect for me. However as you are tall, I think it might be a little too small for you? bets thing to do is take one for a test ride.

@@clarealexander9226 Thanks for advice. I took a sportster and a streetbob for a ride. Ended up buying the streetbob

@@CritikillACClaimed Great bike, enjoy!

It's a staff bike feature so you sort of have to feature what they ride. There hasn't been that many Harleys, think there's been more Ducatis and Yamahas.

EXACTLY! @@Paul-io6dy Clare is the only Harley rider out of our 50+ staff. Hardly a Harley-fest.

It’s definitely not a Harley fest at the Bike Shed. We have a brilliant mix of all bikes. This is my staff bike and I love it. All the best mate.