How To Sturgis 2021 - Going Bankrupt at the Vendors...
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- A video sharing my experience with the vendors at the Sturgis rally. What is a good deal, what isn't, etc. I wanted to call out one really great vendor. I tell my story with them toward the end. The company is Coastal Moto, their wheels are top notch and their service is even better (not a sponsor or anything, I just a fan of Jason and the team). Their website is www.coastalmoto.com, go check them out!
Merch (tee shirts and stuff!) www.teespring.com/stores/professional-monkey-merch
You need to monetize. Your videos are informative AND entertaining.
He probably is monetized because I’ve seen an add before he’s just not sponsored by companies that make the products he uses
@@Gear_Banger you nailed it. I became monetized in early Feb.
Thanks for all your videos!! They are superb!! Went through Sturgis years ago (1988 or so) with my late Dad but we were driving a pickup from Michigan to Washington State. As we're going along we keep seeing more and more motorcycles and finally realized this was the Sturgis event. Kind of funny. But had no idea until watching your series everything that is going on there. Anyway, keep up the great work and safe travels!!
Thank you for doing these videos brother. This will be my first time (2021) going. It really helps knowing where to go things to do. Keep up the good work.
I just want to help and make sure everyone has a good time. Sturgis can be intimidating the first time if you're on your own!
Bought my Pro Action suspension (rear shocks) at Sturgis. Super happy. They installed on my bike. No money exchanged. Sent me on a test ride. Come back they adjusted and tuned them. Sent me out again. Came back tuned them again. Ended up going out three times for them to fine tune them in. If you like them then you pay up. If not they will reinstall your original shocks and send you on your way for free. Can not get service like that from the internet. Super guys to work with. Wife now has them on her trike too. Awesom video dude. Keep them coming!
Damn, that's service!
can't wait for sturgis this year. will be my 5th in a row from West Virginia.
That’s great. We have to keep this thing alive. I don’t know how well it’s going to do with the younger ones coming up.
FIrst time to Sturgis for me this year. Can't wait! Thanks for the advice
Love your channel, hope maybe to see you wandering around Sturgis if we can make it across the border this year. Damn pandemic is messing with my bike trips...
When I went there in '18, a friend of a friend rode a 'craigslist special' out there and it died right on the highway. He ended up renting a U-Haul to get home. Pro-tip: if you aren't sure that the bike will make it, don't risk it.
Famous last words "It will be fine."
Mr Monkey I don’t ride motorcycles but I do truck all over the Country!! And at the end of my day I watch your videos!!! I have enjoyed all that I have watched!! Thanks
Going for the first time this year. Stoked!
love your delivery, you're doing great!!!!
Thank you so much!!
Love watching your videos, especially the ones from Sturgis, great info. Planning on going up there with a friend as soon as they open up the Borders as i'm from Moncton New-Brunswick Canada. Can't wait for the adventure. Hopefully will be able to contact you then to meet you. Keep up the great work. Keep those videos coming.
Glad you like them!
I bought a Mustang seat at Exit 55 three years ago and they did ship the stock seat to my house for free.
Really great videos I don't ride but have enjoyed your attitude and presentation. You are honest and funny. Keep up the great work. Doing videos while traveling are a great idea.
Thanks, will do!
I have a 2019 RGS bought new and one of my low beams started flashing with only 5k miles. Luckily it was covered by warranty. Great video. Look forward to watch the next.
Bizarre. LEDs are extremely long lasting. It’s one of the reasons I haven’t messed with mine. Aftermarket is no better so why?
new rider. 2020 road glide limited. enjoying your insight and random thoughts about riding etc. seem chill. keep it up. 👍
Thank you, Siri!
I’m thinking about riding my street glide up from Houston Texas. All of your tips are very helpful in my decisions.
I pinstriped at Mom’s Diner for several years, made great money had a blast, but I’m also well known nationally , so ai had lots of traffic, also The late Mike Lavallee was set up right next to me, we were close friends, and would meet at bike shows all over the country….
"You should see her car" that's funny. Excellent video. Thanks
YOU HAVE NO IDEA...
When I was pinstriping at Sturgis years ago we had to go every day to the city tax collectors office to pay (in cash) our taxes and stand in line with all the other vendors, for almost an hour. Getting lodging was no small feat. I set up at Mom’s diner ,so food was not an issue…
Dude, Trask does full installs right there. Its crazy, guys dropping 7k on brand new CVOs, to put turbo on.
I know, isnt that nuts? I do want a turbo though. Just cause.
JP Cycles in Sturgis has great service if you need some work done and there are many bars close by to hang out at. Tires are also a fantastic deal at the rally and multiple vendors, if you need tires and have enough tread to get there I highly recommend getting it done at the rally.
Tires, batteries and oil changes are a good deal at the rally, you're right.
Not sure about the stereo deals. I've already loss a lot of hearing to shooting and illness. But the bar deal sounds AMAZING! Dealers get a ton for bar changes. And yes, you're going to get new controls at the dealer. 😂
Just a thought. You could always install camera in the garage so that if anyone looking for you that can just look on the screen instead of actually coming in.
I have security cameras around the outside of my house but I also have one in the garage and that's exactly what my family does when they're looking for me. They don't even open the door anymore they just look on the screen to see if I'm in there.
Good idea, but they wouldn't pay attention.
I would love to go to Struges! From Washington state
I can go to any rally and not spend a dime. I don't just by random bs I don't need. I always think about tomorrow!
Hell I have re ringed a bike in the grass field, because the shop rings didn’t set in, our worked fine, but I rebuilt my bikes from fram up, and 30 years of industrial maintenance rebuilding anything a plant has to run
Nice channel, enjoy the one-on-one banter.
A 600 watt sound system must sound pretty nice, just thought you might find it interesting that I paid over six and a half grand for my hearing aids. Just sayn lol.
Damn! Ha!!!!
I had Rinehart install one of there chrome air filters. When I traded the bike in I took off there was only one bolt 🔩 instead of the three. I think they just let anyone mechanic.
DAMN!
I haven't done Sturgis yet but it's on my bucket list. My favorite place so far that I've done a ride to is Key West.
I've done that ride a few times. It's about 6 hours from my house. The traffic on US-1 can be a nightmare.
@@ProfessionalMonkey I rented and rode from Ft Lauderdale to Key West. Rte.1 was tough up until Homestead. Then I had to ride through underground fires on both sides of the road. That was wild! Is that something that happens every once in a while?
Haven't been to Sturgis since the 49th & 50th Anniversary. II'm sure a lot of things have changed.I am thinking of purchasing a new Goldwing.I have been an HD guy my whole 65 years.However the ridiculous prices on HD have made me think my wallet.I am retired and would love a CVO but not going to spend 50 grand here in the Tampa,Clearwater, and ST. Pete area.
I just saw a video you did on patches. I happen to be a member of a historical organization who somewhere along the way came up with the idea of the ones who ride motorcycles could join and it came up with a patch. It is a three piece patch by the way. I can honestly say that it's only intention is recognition of the historical organization and the truth of history with facts to back it up. The top rocker says Mechanized Cavalry the lower rocker says the region where you normally ride. We do have officers etc for our area who do report all the way to the top of the organization. ( Which is National by the way. ) We are the Son's of Confederate Veterans. We have to show positive proof of our ancestors that really did serve. We do not have or put on an MC patch. COC at one time was working on recognition but I don't know what the outcome was. It's out of state that was doing the work but I don't know how to get with them. I did like your talking about this as it is normally never talked about. I look forward to your reply. I hope I didn't get to wordy as I I sometimes do. But I hope I did explain it properly.
You are SO right about IF you go anywhere have something installed and then God Forbid have an issue and the vendor has hit the road going to another rally. You know in life shit happens 😳that's why if I buy anything at a show I'll end up installing it myself.i
That's a good philosophy for sure!
looking for bag lid speakers....
The Mayor's run gets a commemorative Jack Daniels Oak kegs. I've hauled them from Lynchburg to Sioux Falls many times. There are many such things from the adult beverage distributors. I think it would be a kick, being a sober Ahole to have one of those kegs.
Its been decades since I did the rally, but I'm honestly considering it because of you this year. I know i can enjoy it without ever going to main street Sturgis.
House renting? I know club members renting the same houses ever year and they do some repair work just because! One percenters. They are the only reason I would consider being near.
Possible topic? MCs and MOs are being more positive and Respectful then weekenders?
Hoka Hey
Great topic!
Thanks!
Thank you!
Enjoy your videos
Great content bro, I'm enjoying the videos. Any chance you'll do a walk through of the J&P Cycles lot?
I think that would be a great idea being a travel blogger overseas.
As someone who was an installer at some big events (stereos), I would NEVER let anyone install something at the event!! Not a chance! If it’s anything more than a simple 2 screws, and plug it in, sort of thing, NOPE! I can elaborate, if ya want, but it’s scary
Last time I was there I thought the J & P cycles store was pretty cool.
Ya know I've never actually gone in? I've bought a ton of stuff from J&P over the years and the only store i've been in is the Daytona store. Seemed like a nice place to actually see stuff in person.
It is huge. Go upstairs to see everything. The motors and all the stuff. You can do the touchy feely thing.
@@neildewitt2869 Oh yeah, you know how I love touchy feely time!
When I went to Sturgis, I almost paid to have LED accent lights installed on my StreetGlide. My buddy talked me out of it, he said "I did mine myself, it's easy". He was right, I later bought "LED Glow" lights and installed them myself. Other than food and drinks, the only thing I bought was a couple of T-shirts. These days online purchases can be delivered almost anywhere. Spend your money wisely, enjoy riding the Black Hills, avoid the vendors.
I agree 90%. I still like seeing in person what the latest trends are. Also sometimes good deals. I get my riding in for sure...
@@ProfessionalMonkey I hear ya. If you have some extra money everyone likes a souvenir.
I've been having trouble finding cheap stocker mufflers. I'd like to just put a set on the shelf because it's the only original part I no longer have for my bike. I saved every other Nut and Bolt and part I took off and or upgraded.
Have you checked eBay?
@@ProfessionalMonkey I have checked eBay.
I think the problem is the bike is in 03 so everyone who was going to throw away or sell their pipes already did. The few that are floating around that don't look like hell are almost the price of used aftermarket slip-ons. I guess they are "rare" now.
For something that is just want, but don't really need, I'll just take my time and see if any pop up. Maybe I need to get myself out to a swap meet somewhere.
Thank u for theses videos mate
I made the mistake of having a cam put in my bike this past summer at Sturgis. Won't do that again! Also had a Soundz system installed, that thing rocks!!!
Oh crap, what happened with the cam???
@@ProfessionalMonkey So the whole cam chest was upgraded. Redshift 468 cam, Fueling oil pump, cam plate, and supporting components. I get back home and after a couple thousand more miles my oil light starts coming on and the bike was sumping. Take it to a very reputable builder this time and say "f$%k it" lets do the whole damn thing hahah. Come to find out the guy that did the cam chest in Sturgis must not have checked my crank run out and before installing the upgraded parts and now I need to replace parts I already bought (cam plate, oil pump). Maybe the whole thing is a coincidence and not the guys fault in Sturgis, but I just won't have a guy open my motor in a parking lot. I could be wrong, just my experience!
@@jasoncarboni3682 Damn, I mean damn! That's exactly what the S&S dude said, leave the major stuff for at home work. He also gave me the advice NOT to go gear drive (which is what I wanted) since my bike had 8k miles on it already. In his opinion gear drive was something to do with either a fresh build or a new motor because of runout issues on motors that are broken in. Sorry you had such a pain in the rear. I hope its alright now!
Great info man and good channel gave you a sub.
Grassy ass!
I’m coming through SD the week before bike week. I’m only there for 1 day during the rally. Is everything still open and popular the week prior? I’m staying in rapid city for 5 days and Lead for 2. I’m leaving my Night train at home but thinking about renting a bike. Thanks in advance for any info.
The big venders wont be set up till probably about the 3rd or 4th, but you can still walk around...
Yep, performance machine installed wheel, grips and stabilizer no labor. And shipped my stock wheel home, i just paid for shipping.
How do you like the wheel? Coastal Moto gets like a grand for a wheel and tire.
@@ProfessionalMonkey well it wasnt cheap but its a nice. Included rotors, brakes, tire plus those other items for $2300? Beem a couple years. I dont ride that one so much since getting the Glide. It was a 21" on a 2007 RK
@@patrickstevens5457 PM is great stuff so probably worth it.
been to sturgis twice. once in 1999 i trailered then again in 2015 i rode from ohio. nothing better than riding to a rally if possable
Yep. Not enough time here. It’s about 5,000 miles round trip for me. That and I have an RV that I like having there.
It is a bike rally not a trailer rally!
@@neildewitt2869 yeah, yeah, yeah. It’s 5,000 miles for me round trip, I can’t take a month off of work, and even the two weeks off I need to be able to work a bit here and there. That’s why I bought a toy hauler. It’s my mobile office. As soon as I figure out how to tow 13,000 pounds with my bike I’ll do that!
@@ProfessionalMonkey I was only pulling your chain. Just look twice before pulling out to pass. I almost got taken out twice. Also watched an accident that did happen just like that.
@@neildewitt2869 Oh hell yeah. I am conservative as hell when I am pulling my RV. The flip side of that is how many freaking times someone changes lanes in front of me and slams on their brakes because they're going to miss their exit. Like they just CANNOT go behind me.
You cracked me up with the comment on your wife’s car!
It's an ongoing struggle...
@@ProfessionalMonkey That damn trash truck got me, too funny.
Loving it. You crack me up. Beer or 9.lol. good times
Depending on where you live and inspection requirements, stockers can be like gold.
Good point! I have two sets in my garage.
I have a laser engraver that I travel with to gunshows and flea markets . Do you think I would do well at Sturgis ? It is a fiber laser and can engrave anything metal .
I'm not sure to be honest. The cost for a booth is crazy high...
I remember first time to sturgis
Came upon black hills Harley
Thought we stop for a bathroom break
Didn’t realize what was there
All I can say is wow
Stop there a couple times when I go
The rally at 55 is awesome.
Great videos
Thanks!
Are the vendors typically little cheaper than their online prices ?
Sometimes, but getting it put on right there is the big deal.
Mustang does ship your seat back to you for free.
Do you put the stock equipment back on the bike if you trade it in on a new one? Didn't you say the dealers won't give you anything more for upgrades?
I do normally yes unless if its too much of a pain or if I've tossed the stocker. You get NOTHING for aftermarket stuff in your trade. Maybe a touch if it's got really good custom paint (or it can hurt the value).
if u make it to Singapore stop by and see us.
Will do! I am sure I will be there in the next year or so...
Do they over charge or do they sell parts at some what at a discount
Cant wait going to be my first. From buffalo ny
What an epic ride. Mine from South Florida it’s a really boring trip. 2,400 miles, but only about 150 miles of it is nice to look at...
@@ProfessionalMonkey I just want to say I rode to sturgis next time will be in my friends motor home its 1500 from buffalo stright 90 not big on the Thruway but 10 of us are going only three are riding all the way going to be a blast
@@josephsalzman1166 that’s gonna be amazing. Make sure you pack all the gear, I’ve seen some pretty cold rainstorms, and crazy winds along the way, even in August.
Niagara county here, hope to see you there. If you don’t have that bills flag up we might pass you by.
Just be sure to take it easy. Its first timers that have most of the accidents at Sturgis. Just a heads up.
I really like your videos very real.
I'm looking for a custom backrest vendor who makes meat hook style backs rest. Any idea of the vendor or vendors that could have that?
CMC Motorsports makes em.
Good Video 👍🏽👍🏽
I know Sturgis is the biggest show/rally but don't you also go just down the street to Datona?
Nope. I have been to Daytona, but never during the rally. I go to Leesburg every year (till the pandemic screwed it up).
Remember one thing, most of the places unless your buying something new/ special most shop work will only fix your bike good enough to get you back home! If you have major break down there are a few after market shops around that are cheeper than dealers.
If anyone needs info on Sturgis I'm willing to tell you what I can to help out. It took me a few trips to find cheep food, accommodations, drinking and music. Drop me a note and I'll write back.
Agreed. That’s why I do these videos, I’ve been a bunch of times and have more fun every time cause I know what not to do. I want everyone to have a good time.
My MSN account froze after I was hacked so now I'm at gmail.
How does someone license to market a product around sturgis? I taught math, so I did a study on a product line that actually impressed me in my truck, an really impressed me in my Harley an motorcycles! Company wants interested customers to store products in their garages, not venders booths? Thanks! Want so you do with your stock seat or pipes after you buy new ones!? I wish I had my stock slip one because the replacement are not street legal?
There is a contact form on the rally page. I tend to keep stock stuff unless its valuable, then I sell it on eBay.
@@ProfessionalMonkey I wanted a bike to run around Hoods Canal & Sound with while working on my 88' cam chain adjuster replacement. I was too cheap for $550 shipping from Florida, then too cheap for $440 out of North Dakota, but I could drive to N. Seattle for GL1500 Goldwing needing storage cleared for new beach front home construction! (no on buying big bikes during covid-19 governor lock down) an, if I picked it up soon I'll get $200 more off price. So I've got new project with reverse, as if we all need another project! You made me think of my used Harley coming with custom black lightening star wheels, that now won't hold air from pitting from tire inflation products! It would have been better if I had my stock wheels. Another issue with custom cast wheels is their weight, I'd like lighter wheels! Thanks!
any suggestions on a vendor for accent lights under the gas tank
Rally at Exit 55 will have them. Honestly I would do it myself if I were you. The kits can be gotten on Amazon for like $60.
@@ProfessionalMonkey how bout bag lid speakers?
We are going for our first time for our honeymoon. We are getting married the 7th leaving that Monday morning should be there Tuesday evening riding 13 hours our first day then 8 on Tuesday any places to go our first time out there?
Oh yeah. Check my channel I did a whole video on sites to see abs rides to take! Have fun.
Great video , will look for you there in 21 ,bring the Glock's !
Always prepared...
Why? Sturgis is neutral ground. Ive gone every year since 2010 except ladt year because of lock down in Alaska and Canada would let be go through. Never needed a gun. Never seen anyone that needed one either. That includes the H.A. 's, Bandidos or any of the other 1% clubs that show up. All a weapon is going to do is cause you problems.
@@neildewitt2869 I carry every day, all day. It’s just a habit now. I have never needed one at any rally but just like rain gear, if you have it you won’t need it. Forget it and all hell will break loose.
Hey man, new subscriber. Just curious...If I roll up to Sturgis with a entry level bike, am I gonna get laughed at? Made fun of? I have a 07 honda vtx1300 and It looks like all custom Harleys and high end bikes attend. Am I just in my head or...?
NOT AT ALL! Really, you're going to see 250 rebels up there, no one is going to disrespect your VTX. Come on and have fun!
@@ProfessionalMonkey okay cool. Thanks 👍 great job on the videos btw. Keep the shiny side up brother!
I did a baker 7 speed
Now you’re talking pricey!
Mustang says they do ship your old seat home for free
That’s pretty slick. I’m not surprised.
They did for us. Great service.
Some people just don't want sh#t, laying around, so they toss it
Dude, are you sure the CIA is going to let you Vlog while traveling? 😎
What is it that you do for a living?
Contract killer.
How many of them 3 for $15 dollars shirts u come home with
Ha! 0. I get my Chip shirt. And maybe one other if I see something I like, but I have too many damn tee shirts as it is!
LOL I like bud light but that's funny....1.50 upgrade..hahhahaha
RIGHT? Bud light is an UPGRADE?
if you come to Thailand there's a Chang Beer waiting for you
I hope to! Probably next year.
What do you do for a living?
Glorified customer service, but it takes me all over the world.
No mention of the biker artists, pinstriping superstars…?
Really good point.
I really want go but the travel ban wont let me in . Its on my to do list .
Get used to rip off prices long lines. Cops everywhere no thanks been there done that.
Sounds just like Daytona
Hey! I drink Bud, lol
Ha! I knew that would get a ride out of someone.
MGD is about the only beer unless you have German beer i like to drink anylonger!
@@neildewitt2869 we have a local microbrewery here that have a hefeweizen as good as anything I have had in Germany. Its frigging out though for several months!
The trash truck rofl
Like a damn Sherman was rolling through the neighborhood...
1. Finding out your real address: Really creepy.
2. Renting an actual military tank: Fucking expensive.
3. Waiting for you to record a video: Super fucking creepy and psychopathic.
4. Your response: Would definitely be worth it.
Oh god that would be the funniest thing on earth. Just another day at the monkey house....
Hey Brother
I started watching your videos a couple of days ago
I enjoy them a lot
I did notice you saying you are involved with a group who lookout for children
I also am involved with the same group
I’m State P in West Virginia
If you want give me a shout, you know how we do this
Thanks
Yes sir!!! 2.1.3.1. 24/7/365! Sawgrass Chapter VP. I'll send you a note...
What is your profession ?
Basically high level glorified customer service on a global scale.
Mustang will ship your old seat to you free...
I will never buy S&S anything. I have one of their motors that is nothing but trouble. Not little trouble, big trouble.
Bummer...
Dig your dry humor bro
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I’ll be a first timer getting cherry 🍒 popped this year.
Me too, can't hardly wait. My dad said f' it I'm going to Sturgis, wanna go. I said hell yes I wanna go!! It's not a short journey from bama but the journey is half the fun!
@@jeffhastings3463 same, riding it with my dad as well from Oklahoma.
Its garbage truck get over it wtf 😒
Well bless your heart... Have a great day!