The First 5 Parts I Remove From Every Stock Cruiser

Stock motorcycles suck. Not because manufacturers are dumb — but because compromises have to be made. In this video, I break down five parts I will never leave stock on a cruiser — and why you probably shouldn’t either. These aren’t cosmetic “Instagram mods.” These are the changes that actually improve ride quality, performance, comfort, and feel without turning your bike into a money pit. I’ve been riding and building motorcycles for over 20 years and have designed hundreds of aftermarket parts. I’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to. We’re talking real-world upgrades that make a massive difference the moment you ride away. Inside this video: Why stock exhausts are boat anchors Why intake & tuning are non-negotiable How bars & risers completely change the bike Why grips actually matter more than you think The foot pegs nobody should still be running No hype. No “stage 1” nonsense. Just what works, why it works, and how to do it right the first time. If you want to argue about it — comments are open. 👉 Like the video if it helped. 👉 Subscribe if you want to build bikes that don’t suck. Ride smarter. Wrench better. GRIPS: https://shoptjbc.com/search?type=product&q=grips MAX PERFOMANCE KITS Honda Shadow VT1100 https://shoptjbc.com/collections/kits... Honda Shadow VT600 VLX, Steed https://shoptjbc.com/collections/kits... Honda Shadow VT750 Spirit, ACE, Black Widow, Slasher https://shoptjbc.com/collections/kits... Honda VT750 AERO 2004 - 2009 Single Carb Model https://shoptjbc.com/collections/kits... Honda VT750 - Aero Phantom Spirit EFI https://shoptjbc.com/collections/kits... TUNING KITS https://shoptjbc.com/search?type=product&q=TUNING FOOT PEGS http://t.ly/9ibIu HANDLE BARS https://shoptjbc.com/search?type=product&q=HANDLE+BARS ✅ Shop Motorcycle Stuff: https://shoptjbc.com/ ✅ Forum: https://shoptjbc.com/community/brutalforums ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tjbrutalcustoms/ ✅Related Videos: Changing Honda Shadow Handlebar Lines and Cables https://youtu.be/ZJbspsIuyaQ?si=KyGqUcN2BbDdoc5v 00:00 Introduction: Why Stock Parts Suck 01:30 The First Upgrade: Exhaust 03:01 Performance and Tuning 04:55 Handlebars and Risers 07:31 Grips: Personalize Your Ride 09:05 Foot Pegs: Comfort and Style 09:57 Conclusion: Enhance Your Cruiser