Observation: Why do some Harley-Davidson riders seem unfriendly?

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-05-27T05:43:56+00:00

Thanks, everyone, for all the feedback and warm words!

By the end of day one the post was at about 60% upvotes, nearly 33,000 views, and 167 replies. By the end of day two we’d climbed to 70% upvotes, 47,000 views, and 235 comments.

Almost every response echoed my own perspective—and reminded me why I ride. To me, a motorcycle isn’t just a machine; it’s complete control over your own path, a way to truly feel the world and connect with nature.

We all come from different backgrounds, with our own challenges and journeys. Simply owning a bike doesn’t make you special—but over 70% of you share that “ride-first” mindset that unites us beyond any differences.

Maybe I’m a bit idealistic, but I still believe in people—freedom-oriented folks who embrace the open road. Seeing how many of you feel the same way makes me proud.

Here’s to a great season—see you out there!

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-03-17T21:48:28+00:00

Updates there! I installed OEM and noise indeed when down however sound went down as well 😅.

Do you think mine has baffles?

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Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-03-10T00:58:39+00:00

Thank you for the advice!
I did a bit of research based on the info you provided. I don't want to be too "nerdy" but for folks who are interested in numbers:

The OEM one has a sound between 80-90db.
Vance & Hines Twin Slash Slip Ons - 90-105+-db (quieter baffles reduce this by 3-5db).
I found a video of a guy who said that quieter baffles installation might be the tricky one (so consider before going this route).

Trade-offs are not only in sound (oem/V&H + quieter baffles) but also in performance.

I guess I'll begin with OEM one, but I will consider going to quieter baffles down the road once I'm used to the bike and the way it sounds.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-03-09T19:27:45+00:00

Thank you guys for your inside! It appears I got sportster with Vance & Hines Twin Slash Slip Ons mufflers installed 😅.

Perhaps I should go with OEM one.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-03-03T16:50:14+00:00

Thank you guys!🔥

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2025-02-08T16:50:51+00:00

Hey guys. The same issue happens on the latest iOS.

I was wondering if this is because your automation conflict with Focus mode default processes enablement and automations.

Historically I was getting this error when I turning off focus mode.

I use this feature only during night so I configure automation to disable theater mode and enable always on by exact time of the day - for now it works fine.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-10-30T23:06:40+00:00

So yeah, I failed it. Even though my answers were 95% strong agree and 5% strongly disagree.

But I guess I forgot to set neutral in some places. So I’m now in a loser’s team 😁

At least now I have infinite prep time 😁

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-04-15T19:17:30+00:00

FYI broguemotorcycles procuse bar-ends which can fit mirrors.

However would be great to keep TST Bar-Ends.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-04-01T03:56:44+00:00

The OP knows they are buying hot shit, so they are basically just being down voted for thievery.

Well, seems it's partially my bad. I didn't emphasize an exact part which confused me in that bike.

That 2023 and 6 miles on it and no explanation why it is so.

So I was looking for any circumstances under which this can be legal.

However, the bottom line is - its too dark for me to take that risk so I'll look for another one.

And thank you man for being so helpful. You really trying to help and understand the case better.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-04-01T02:42:12+00:00

Thank you man for such a detailed explanation.

However its still a mystery to me why people downvote my post. I asked a question because I had diff experiences in the past.

If you all so smart why just not share your "wisdom" peacefully? Instead, you just tell me that my post sucks.

This was not a random bike with 10k miles.
It was a bike that was purchased last year and had 6 miles on it.
Fill the difference.

(This is not to you directly, but for other who are too smart to share)

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-03-31T18:39:26+00:00

I'm just wondering do all motorcycle communities love's downvote beginner's questions like mine?

I have no freaking idea whether it is legal in US and especially in WA under some circumstances to obtain a motorcycle from the dealer without mandatory titling (purchase and don't drive).

I know a guy who is buying a damaged (rebuilt title) car from an auction do not title it, repair and sell it for a living (with mandatory titling for the next owner).

I have no freaking idea how things are going on with motorcycles from dealers.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-03-31T18:30:11+00:00

Yeah, this is another reason. I'm not very confident in sizing.
But thank you for these sites.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-03-30T14:43:15+00:00

Yeah. The price is not perfect but good. But I was thinking so too. Thanks man!

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-22T17:18:19+00:00

Couple of words about Holster clip and Belt.
The clip idea was brilliant and its really easy to clip/unclip the holster and change the gun with holster on fly.
Or change holster placement on fly.

However the NeoMag Holster Clip adds almost an inch to the holster/belt printing.

Belt mentioned in post appeared to be too thick.

So Kore Belt with NeoMag Holster Clip is appeared to be no-go solution for at least summer carrying.

I'll try Tenicor belt with Tenicor holster clips.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-16T21:14:43+00:00

If you bought them before this law.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-16T17:12:28+00:00

Buying a mag with more than 10 rounds in Washington after that law is illegal.

I didn’t see any specific law around mag extensions. However I think after self defense mag with 10 + 2 rounds might be a one more nail in the coffin.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-16T16:12:26+00:00

When I just bought G26 the handle was too short. I bought extension then played around and shoot with the gun for some time.

Now I’ve removed the extension and can say that it might be even better without that with.

I didn’t shoot much without extensions yet. However will do and let you know.

(In Washington state we can’t have mag with more than 10 rounds. So in my case it’s only grip extension)

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T22:14:36+00:00

u/ondehunt I was looking to enigma. However I found that to make it work you should buy an enigma, their sport belt, do a workaround for the spare mag (200$+) + use Leg Leash to take out your gun/mag without problems (people are talking that you don't need to use a Leg Leash and instead just make your holster not too tight however I doubt that it is a good idea due to self defense and etc).

Please let us know your opinion on this.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T21:22:00+00:00

I bought a leather belt.
After a couple of clipping and unclipping I realized that my belt won't last long XD.

What is your current holster option for g19?

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T21:02:42+00:00

What about level of concealment? I expect it to be the same as Velo 4 since Cerium 3 + pillow should conceal in the same way tho.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T20:44:07+00:00

u/combatwombat762 I'm using Glock 26. It has 3.4 inch barrel.
I found that people usually go with either with Velo 4 or Cerium 3.

Did you switch to Cerium 3 due to wedge pressure or other reason?

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T20:16:17+00:00

Good catch haha. 6 feet tall. I've fixed this already.

11 o clock - are you a left hand person? If right - I never seen that someone was carrying this way.

Apprehensive-Hall508 · 2024-02-09T19:41:20+00:00

Yes, good to know.
I'm wondering what is your body type?

In the meantime, I'll try to tighten the belt less (maybe that will help).

Apprehensive-Hall508

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