**UPDATE** I got into an accident. I was on my way to get the 1k mile service. I was in the right lane & one other car was on the road in the left lane. As I slowly approached to pass we were coming to an intersection & the car decided to make a right turn from the left lane almost hitting me in the process. I locked up my brakes & ended up getting tossed from my bike. I suffered a fracturs & dislocations in both my left foot & left hand, road rash on my right arm. The day I came home from the hospital it was nice to see @Boring Fisherman comment say "Just don't quit riding" I'll make another video trying to explain better. Hard to type all this right now. Y'all will hear from me when I'm healed up ✌
Most of the people, I'd assume, that rag on Sportsters don't ride, people who ride share that thing you only get from riding, don't matter what you ride. I did the BRC at my local H-D dealer and shortly after, the day before Father's Day, I bought a black denim 2022 XL883N just like you, my first bike. FYI this is the last year for the XL models. Also a nice thing is that should you "get bored" or want more power, it's real easy to up the 883 to a 1200,1250, or 1275. I figure I'll do that after I wear out the 883. Looking forward to seeing your adventures.
I recently did same as you. Safety class, licence and bought a 2021 883 with 2k miles on it. I decided to go with used and take advantage of the modifications the previous owner had already made. Vance and Hices slip on (amazing noise) Saddleman seat, Led lights front and back black out, mirrors under the bar, saddle bag. I put 2k miles on it since July. I love it. Yes i am ready for more power but it already plenty specially in the city. I will probably go for a 1200cc kit in the future. But yes to me it s the best looking bike from Harley. Plenty of compliments. Ride safe buddy!
Make sure to adjust the rear suspension. I also turned my plate vertical, flipped the mirrors, and took off the belt guards. Already looks a ton better
My son bought his first bike in 2020, Iron 883. Still loves riding it. We’ve added a lot, including the 1200 kit, Highboy handlebars, vance and Hines slip ons, and Corbin seat, to name a few. I think the 883 is one of the most appealing models on the road. Great choice, and if u upgrade to bigger bike, KEEP the 883. My sons will not leave the family!!! Ride safe!!
i got a 2020 883 as my first bike back in feb. and ive loved every second of it. ive been going through some really serious depressing life stuff, and due to that i had stopped riding it for a couple of months. friend tells me to get back on it, and if i dont enjoy it anymore to sell it. i got on it, and instantly, even if just for the ride, all of my stress went away. def dont stop riding. we need more people on 2 wheels. and i swear its theraputic
If you lose the urge to ride, that’s you ready for the next bike. I find myself buying and selling more often than I’d like, but life is to be experienced.
Great bike, I'm going to look at one this weekend, as an additional bike, I mostly ride baggers but there is an appeal to a simple classic like that. Hope you enjoy it. Just don't quit riding, keep the shiny side up!
Good upload! I have had my 2021 883 for about 9months and really enjoying it. I think it’s a great beginner bike and also something I plan to hold onto for a long time.
Dealer told me the same thing when I bought my new iron a few weeks ago. They tried to sell me but the softail but I did not want to spend that much for my first bike 😂
That's a beautiful bike ! I had one just like it except it was a 2016. My very first bike as well . Cool ! Very cool! Just came across your channel, I'm happy to support you and other fellow motovloggers. Keep up the great work and sorry about your ordeal, get well soon 💯💯👍👍
Hey bro, nice video…been looking at the 883. Believe it or not I wrecked just a couple of months after getting my endorsement. No broken bones, but road rash from hell. Haven’t been back on a motorcycle in over a year, but I’m starting to get the itch and would like to “start over” with an 883. Anyway, hope you’ve healed up and look forward to seeing you back on the road.
Classic style easy to work on try changing a rear belt on a full dresser compaired to a sport. Got 4 hogs in my stable including a bagger.. The sport not the fastest or powerfull but after riding 50 plus years is the most fun.
I put a screamin eagle 1200 conversion kit in mine and it actually does make a big difference. Not cheap but I would recommend it. It’s still cheaper then upgrading into another bike
Bought my Iron 883 back in late September. I mounted my phone on the handlebar using a Ram phone mount a few days after getting my bike. With that said, I found out a few days later, just from the vibration of these bikes can damage the camera on a phone. I don't know what phone holder you're using but, I thought I would say something.
Enjoy it and learn to push it hard so you can graduate as a rider. I outgrew mine in less than a month, jumped to an C90 and then in two months needed a 1800 bagger . Its just loosing value but I am having a hard time selling it .
I was seriously considering an 883 and I never considered myself a Harley guy, they are a little too expensive for my blood atm and I didn't want anything too old as a first bike so I ended up getting a klr650. sorry to hear about your accident, I love how you don't tailgate, you ride very well I think and just got terribly unlucky.
Tell me about it, everyone said said "get used" & "bikes are so dangerous" I didn't want to get an an accident ever especially 2 months after buying the bike. I just wanted to cruise. If i wanted to be a speed demon I wouldn't have chosen an 883, lol. Thanks for your comment.
@@TRobJunior I spent a month looking at craigslist and cycle trader trying to find a decently priced 5-7 year old bike that would be good to start on and couldn't find one.
Only non-Sportster riders bag them out and call them ‘girls bikes’, it’s bullshit! They pull hard, look cool, STOP and handle brilliantly! You aren’t ready for a bigger bike and you probably don’t need one! Only suggestions I can make is put a two into one exhaust on it, a new air intake and a Screamin Eagle Stage 1 tune, oh and forward controls! Wear a good leather jacket too please and don’t do that Harley shit driving around in a T Shirt! PS - sorry to hear about your prang, get better and keep riding from Australia!
Ive had 4 883s and ill tell you that i spent more time customizing those bikes than riding it 😂😂 fun bikes to ride around very like very horrible on the highway like hideous 😂😂😂 ... if you are going to be commuting long distance this is not a bike for you. Atm i am riding my honda cbr 1000 rr and commute on my indian chief. Stay safe brother and welcome to the bike club 😂😂
I like how you said community and fun. I know some a’holes that talk so much shit on sportsters but none of my buddies. Anybody on 2 wheels is out to have a good time
Cheap amazon gloves. Held up great in the accident. Here's a link to them www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VCFNVRW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A3FV20I4XEIJ65&th=1
light comes on with 1.3 gallons left, light comes on at around 100 miles. sometimes 90, sometimes 105. but when I fill everytime, it's 2 gallons. so, about 50 mpg, for me.
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**UPDATE**
I got into an accident. I was on my way to get the 1k mile service. I was in the right lane & one other car was on the road in the left lane. As I slowly approached to pass we were coming to an intersection & the car decided to make a right turn from the left lane almost hitting me in the process. I locked up my brakes & ended up getting tossed from my bike.
I suffered a fracturs & dislocations in both my left foot & left hand, road rash on my right arm. The day I came home from the hospital it was nice to see @Boring Fisherman comment say "Just don't quit riding"
I'll make another video trying to explain better. Hard to type all this right now. Y'all will hear from me when I'm healed up ✌
Oh dude, heal up fast brother.
Best wishes man, good luck healing up!
Oh crap! Lots of a-holes on the road. Get well soon. And MK and Block were my inspirations also 👍
While health most important, bike totaled???
@@coyotebrown2294 $5k in damages. Currently being repaired. Can't wait till my left hand is healed & I can ride again.
Most of the people, I'd assume, that rag on Sportsters don't ride, people who ride share that thing you only get from riding, don't matter what you ride.
I did the BRC at my local H-D dealer and shortly after, the day before Father's Day, I bought a black denim 2022 XL883N just like you, my first bike.
FYI this is the last year for the XL models.
Also a nice thing is that should you "get bored" or want more power, it's real easy to up the 883 to a 1200,1250, or 1275.
I figure I'll do that after I wear out the 883.
Looking forward to seeing your adventures.
I recently did same as you. Safety class, licence and bought a 2021 883 with 2k miles on it. I decided to go with used and take advantage of the modifications the previous owner had already made. Vance and Hices slip on (amazing noise) Saddleman seat, Led lights front and back black out, mirrors under the bar, saddle bag. I put 2k miles on it since July. I love it. Yes i am ready for more power but it already plenty specially in the city. I will probably go for a 1200cc kit in the future. But yes to me it s the best looking bike from Harley. Plenty of compliments.
Ride safe buddy!
Make sure to adjust the rear suspension. I also turned my plate vertical, flipped the mirrors, and took off the belt guards. Already looks a ton better
My son bought his first bike in 2020, Iron 883. Still loves riding it. We’ve added a lot, including the 1200 kit, Highboy handlebars, vance and Hines slip ons, and Corbin seat, to name a few. I think the 883 is one of the most appealing models on the road. Great choice, and if u upgrade to bigger bike, KEEP the 883. My sons will not leave the family!!!
Ride safe!!
i got a 2020 883 as my first bike back in feb. and ive loved every second of it. ive been going through some really serious depressing life stuff, and due to that i had stopped riding it for a couple of months. friend tells me to get back on it, and if i dont enjoy it anymore to sell it. i got on it, and instantly, even if just for the ride, all of my stress went away. def dont stop riding. we need more people on 2 wheels. and i swear its theraputic
Definitely wont stop riding, there's nothing like being on 2 wheels. Like you said its therapeutic. Thanks man.
If you lose the urge to ride, that’s you ready for the next bike. I find myself buying and selling more often than I’d like, but life is to be experienced.
Great bike, I'm going to look at one this weekend, as an additional bike, I mostly ride baggers but there is an appeal to a simple classic like that. Hope you enjoy it. Just don't quit riding, keep the shiny side up!
Check my pinned comment. Thank you.
@@TRobJunior spoiler, I didn't get the Sportster.
Good upload! I have had my 2021 883 for about 9months and really enjoying it. I think it’s a great beginner bike and also something I plan to hold onto for a long time.
My kind of video… a dude who’s just enjoying his ride 😎
Dealer told me the same thing when I bought my new iron a few weeks ago. They tried to sell me but the softail but I did not want to spend that much for my first bike 😂
Sorry to here about your accident and injuries. Hope that you heal quickly.
Great video and comments, love the “real videos” more than the glorified ads.
Good luck on recovery.
That's a beautiful bike ! I had one just like it except it was a 2016. My very first bike as well . Cool ! Very cool! Just came across your channel, I'm happy to support you and other fellow motovloggers. Keep up the great work and sorry about your ordeal, get well soon
💯💯👍👍
Thank you, much appreciated.
Hey bro, nice video…been looking at the 883. Believe it or not I wrecked just a couple of months after getting my endorsement. No broken bones, but road rash from hell. Haven’t been back on a motorcycle in over a year, but I’m starting to get the itch and would like to “start over” with an 883. Anyway, hope you’ve healed up and look forward to seeing you back on the road.
Thank you & definitely hope you get back into it.
I’m just getting started also..picking up an older 883 👍🏻 In Jersey also !
That's great, hope you get it. Keep in touch.
Keep on going brother. ❤️🥰👍🏿
Congratulations Man for your new Bike as well as your new CZcams Channel..... you've a good character, you'll be successful.
Good luck 👍🏻
Thank you, much appreciated.
Such a pretty bike
I am so so thinking about getting me one. 🤘😃🤘
Congratulations!! Nice bike.
It's a great bike I have one myself and it's the last of the sportster's so if you really love the bike keep it for ever
Classic style easy to work on try changing a rear belt on a full dresser compaired to a sport. Got 4 hogs in my stable including a bagger.. The sport not the fastest or powerfull but after riding 50 plus years is the most fun.
I put a screamin eagle 1200 conversion kit in mine and it actually does make a big difference. Not cheap but I would recommend it. It’s still cheaper then upgrading into another bike
Bought my Iron 883 back in late September. I mounted my phone on the handlebar using a Ram phone mount a few days after getting my bike. With that said, I found out a few days later, just from the vibration of these bikes can damage the camera on a phone. I don't know what phone holder you're using but, I thought I would say something.
I have a 1200 w stage 2. I use a rokform w vibration damper on my handlebars, no issues.
hope your healing well...
Enjoy it and learn to push it hard so you can graduate as a rider.
I outgrew mine in less than a month, jumped to an C90 and then in two months needed a 1800 bagger .
Its just loosing value but I am having a hard time selling it .
Nice video, Take care & Drive safe
I was seriously considering an 883 and I never considered myself a Harley guy, they are a little too expensive for my blood atm and I didn't want anything too old as a first bike so I ended up getting a klr650. sorry to hear about your accident, I love how you don't tailgate, you ride very well I think and just got terribly unlucky.
Tell me about it, everyone said said "get used" & "bikes are so dangerous" I didn't want to get an an accident ever especially 2 months after buying the bike. I just wanted to cruise. If i wanted to be a speed demon I wouldn't have chosen an 883, lol. Thanks for your comment.
@@TRobJunior I spent a month looking at craigslist and cycle trader trying to find a decently priced 5-7 year old bike that would be good to start on and couldn't find one.
I was gonna buy the same bike but friend of mine told not to but I end up buying sporster 48 2022 and I love it
Only non-Sportster riders bag them out and call them ‘girls bikes’, it’s bullshit!
They pull hard, look cool, STOP and handle brilliantly!
You aren’t ready for a bigger bike and you probably don’t need one!
Only suggestions I can make is put a two into one exhaust on it, a new air intake and a Screamin Eagle Stage 1 tune, oh and forward controls!
Wear a good leather jacket too please and don’t do that Harley shit driving around in a T Shirt!
PS - sorry to hear about your prang, get better and keep riding from Australia!
PSS - Find a good after market mechanic and try to avoid the Harley Stealership!
Nothing you said is wrong. I’m healed up, got my bike back from repair, have bought riding gear & ready to do some chill cruising this season.
Keep the bike, upgrade S&S 1250. Trustttttt.
Oh my God.... 🤪.. you were a youtuber 15 years ago. 😂😂😂
Lol, uploaded a few car videos when I was 20. Don't really call myself a youtuber.
Ive had 4 883s and ill tell you that i spent more time customizing those bikes than riding it 😂😂 fun bikes to ride around very like very horrible on the highway like hideous 😂😂😂 ... if you are going to be commuting long distance this is not a bike for you. Atm i am riding my honda cbr 1000 rr and commute on my indian chief. Stay safe brother and welcome to the bike club 😂😂
I like how you said community and fun. I know some a’holes that talk so much shit on sportsters but none of my buddies. Anybody on 2 wheels is out to have a good time
Need some Vance and Hines pipes
I have one 2017 model.
Ironbornrider is also great
WHERE’S THE UPDATE?!?!?
What kind of gloves are those ?
Cheap amazon gloves. Held up great in the accident. Here's a link to them www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VCFNVRW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A3FV20I4XEIJ65&th=1
How many miles do you get to a tank
About a 100 miles
The most so far about 115 miles & the lowest I've gotten was 93 miles.
Ok thanks
light comes on with 1.3 gallons left, light comes on at around 100 miles. sometimes 90, sometimes 105. but when I fill everytime, it's 2 gallons. so, about 50 mpg, for me.
in my country I have to be rich, then I can get it.
Regret it