And a Sweet, Near Stock, Harley Shovelhead, Sounds Like This

This is the Shovelhead engine I went over for the Guys over at Turner Customs. They installed it. It started right up, and with no miles or changes, it sounds like this.

[poorlittlebiker]

I don’t know what sounds better, the bike or this mans soothing radio voice lol

Shovelhead at idle=most beautiful mechanical sound ever created

[ABud]

Awesome Mike!!
Nothing like the beautiful sound of a Shovel head engine!
Great job Mike!
Thanks for sharing this with us!

[rickkane]

Great voice. Great presentation. It’s so refreshing to see a video that doesn’t start with some tattooed guido saying “what’s up guys”

[RetreatfarmFarmvilleVirginia]

That's a precious sound when you can't ride anymore after a lifetime of riding every day. Thank you Brother Mike.

[docholiday]

Have a few in the stable new m8 ...twink. Big big EVO....but when i grab the 82 flh shovel ( something i try to do everyday ) i smile and so do everybody else. Still makes me smile here in the northeast during winter . Seems to just sit there like and ole faithful dawg...😂👍👍👍👍
Vids are always a joy....thanks Mike

[tommontague]

That self satisfaction of hearing it run after the rebuild never gets old. From one old wrench to another, thanks Mike I sure do enjoy your videos....

[mmmwee]

I could definitely listen to this shovel sound all day and never get bored with it. Most beautiful sounds let alone the v8s

[vince]

Nothing sounds as good as a Shovel. You're doing a great job letting us into your "Harley" world. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talent.

[rickvia]

I loved my '78 75th anniv. 80" El Glide. Beautiful sound and look on this classic Super Glide.

[c.c.hiliner]

Nothing sounds like a Shovel!
The sound of the 70's!

[stefankassbohrer]

Those were the days - Shovel rules ! I own a ´83 FXWG and it makes me smiling on every Ride. Greetings from southern Germany

[stinde]

Love that sound, on idle it’s like no rhythm but hit the gas and everything comes together love it 😍

[colb]

Wow. Mechanical symphony.
Thats like that huge sigh you give out when you crack your first beer after a stinking hot full day at work.
With music like that, you just Know, everything is right with the world and life is sweet.
Thanks Mike, You did her proud.

[willphelps]

Very nice! I had a '72 and a '75 Superglide. That sound sure brings back memories. Thanks!!

[UncleJDCarp]

Totally drooling all over keyboard right now. What a great tribute for the customer's brother. I'd LOVE to find a nice shovel.

[michaeledwards]

Beautiful. I had 75 fxe sg shovelhead. Now, I have 82 fx wg. I love shovelheads. Nice that he is restoring his deceased brother's bike. Great way to pay tribute.

[shannonwittman]

Beautiful. Just beautiful in every way. Nothing rumbles like a Harley. True locomotive. Thanks for a well constructed video presentation.

[bigmike]

From one Mike to another Mike, Thanks for the memories. I bought a brand new 1981 FXE and put drag pipes on it. I remember that sound well....wish I still had it.

[ShovelheadMatt]

My father in-law started my 81 shovel out in front of my house today before a ride and the sounds it made when I heard it inside was soo god damn good. Its almost better when other appreciate your builds than yourself!