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We talk about our visit to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, a listener email about the Beeline Moto, a handful of recalls, Zero working on a simulated clutch, Honda working on new airbags, the FIM's beef with Stark, and more...Recalls:Honda Goldwing + CBR Fuel Pump Issues2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar May Suddenly Shut Down2023 CFMoto 450SS Telematics Box May Dislodge2023 Triumph Trident & Tiger Sport 660 Improperly Machined Fork Caps2024 R 1250 RT, K 1600 GT / GTL / B Front Spring Strut IssueNews:Liquid cooled V-Twin for 2025 Indian Roadmaster and Chieftain modelsHonda working on crosswind assist techHonda working on new airbag that is designed to wrap around riderZero patent for simulated clutchNew Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide RevivalNew Harley-Davidson Tobacco Fade Enthusiast CollectionTrackhouse manages a 15th and a DNF in first MotoGP outingMoto Guzzi may revive the Stornello name for a scramblerKove 800X coming to the USMoto Morini roll top backpackWeird News:QJ Motors Mono V-Twin?The FIM & Stark Varg Saga~~~~~~~~~Email us at podcast@motohop.coWebsite: https://motohop.coMerch: https://motohop.co/merchInstagram: @motohop_ & @ms.motohop=========Our Favorite Podcasts:Cleveland MotoMotorcycles & MisfitsNoco Moto=========+++++++++Find the best AMSOIL products for your vehicles: https://motohop.co/oil+++++++++
Thanks for listening to podcast. This week I want to remind you about riding in formations and groups. Check out this link from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation : Spring is here and I still don’t have a motorcycle. In case you don’t know, I was saving for Indian Roadmaster, and then created this podcast with dreams of sugar plums dancing in my head. I sold my 2005 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Standard and was “eye-balling” one in Annapolis, MD. Don’t tell anyone I told you but my wife has brain tumor. I have been praying, and managing the stress levels around here. Her surgery is coming soon and then we’ll be good to go. Those that know the Word and pray, please send one up for my girl. Life happens when you are out making plans. It’s all good. In the meantime, ride for me. If you have a story you would like to share, or experience that would sound good on a podcast call me or email me. I admit this title is clickbait. No, I haven’t even tried and I was pretty raunchy once in my life. Not safe for work picture of someone trying it in Europe. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/video/video/video-1416663/Extremely-brazen-couple-filmed-having-sex-riding-motorbike.html I have a new podcast network by the way. Support the show:
New or Used We try to sell each other on the benefits of buying new or used bikes Look at some prices for new bikes and compare to what you can find used Places to shop Cycletrader (https://www.cycletrader.com/), Ebay (https://www.ebay.com/), Craigslist (https://www.craigslist.org/), and Facebook Marketplace (https://www.facebook.com/marketplace) Shopping examples 2019 H-D Breakout (https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/motorcycles/2019/softail/breakout.html) starts at 19,049 (Black, not including destination, tax, etc) Used option 1: $11,000 2014 Breakout with 1100 miles (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2014-Harley-Davidson-BREAKOUT-5004435688) Used option 2: $12,000 2015 Breakout with 9055 miles (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2015-Harley-Davidson-BREAKOUT-5006398592) Used option 3: $16,950 2014 Breakout CVO with 2000 miles (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2014-Harley-Davidson-BREAKOUT-CVO-5006292101) Last year Deuce as a model alternative 2007 38,000 miles $8,000 (http://www.rdubstudios.com/deuce-for-sale) :) 2019 H-D Street Glide (https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/motorcycles/2019/touring/street-glide.html) starts at $21,289 (Black, not including destination, tax, etc) Used option 1: $18,800 2017 with 3500 miles (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2017-Harley-Davidson-FLHX-STREET-GLIDE-5006403075) - not brand new, but still Mil8 Used option 2: $13,500 2014 with 3700 miles (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2014-Harley-Davidson-STREET-GLIDE-5006334024) - HO Twin cam 103 Used option 3: $10,000 2007 with 30,000 miles (https://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/d/randleman-2007-harley-davidson-street/6789439826.html)- 21” front wheel and other options 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT (https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport-touring/models/tracer-900-gt) - Starts at $12,999 Used option 1: $11,295 appears to be new in Macon, GA (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2019-Yamaha-TRACER-900-GT-5005789040) Used option 2: $8,699 2017 FJ-09, (https://www.ebay.com/itm/2017-Yamaha-FJ09/273671426270?hash=item3fb81690de:g:LQQAAOSwYYpcSjZE:rk:1:pf:0&LH_ItemCondition=3000%7C1000%7C2500) can find these in several states 2019 CBR 1000 (https://powersports.honda.com/2019/cbr1000rr.aspx) starts at $16,500 Used option 1: $6,000 2008 cbr1000cc (https://fayetteville.craigslist.org/mcy/d/lillington-2008-honda-cbr1000rr-cbr-cbr/6796731135.html) Used option 2: 2016 CBR1000RR $9,000 (https://raleigh.craigslist.org/mcy/d/smithfield-2016-honda-cbr1000rr/6808821931.html) 2019 Indian Roadmaster (https://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/roadmaster/)- Starts at $29,499 Used option 1: https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2016-Indian-ROADMASTER-CLASSIC-5006388242 Used option 2: https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2018-Motus-MST-5000938886 https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/1982-Honda-CUSTOM-5005949525 2019 Yamaha R6 (https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/supersport/models/2019/yzf-r6) - starts at $12,199 Used option 1: 2018 new leftover $10,999 (https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2018-Yamaha-YZF-R6-5004527879) EVENTS: March 2, 2019 - Supercross - Atlanta, GA (https://www.supercrosslive.com/events/atlanta-ga-2019-tickets) April 12th - 14th - MotoGP Austin, TX (http://www.circuitoftheamericas.com/motogp)- Still in planning Congregation Show Charlotte (https://www.thecongregationshow.com/) 2019 April 13th, 1-8pm May 9-29, 2019 - 4th Annual Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge (https://www.motorcyclepodcasterschallenge.com/) June 1st, 2019 East Coast Meetup - Salisbury NC Planning for 2019 Loud Pipes meetup June 2019 - West Virginia / Virginia line, mountains Antiques on main in Chesnee, SC (http://www.antiquebikesonmain.com/) July 27-29, 2019 August 9th - 12th 2019 - Upstate NY Trip Isle of Man TT May 2020 Join the Riders of Loud Pipes!
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First order of business is to bring Rico up to speed on the PA road trip. MPC individual trophy was delivered to Dangerous Dave during a dinner meet up at Fegley's Bethlehem Brew WorksSaturday mountain ride with Dangerous Dave, Zyon, and Chris all Riders of Loud Pipes! membersNew Gold Wing! check out all the detail on this siteU-TURNWe clowned the Yamaha Venture for a 4700 rpm redline and decided to compare that to HDHarley-Davidson Street Glide (2018) makes 111 ft/lbs torque at 3,250 with a 5,500 redlineSpend My MoneyThe criteria was to buy a touring motorcycle with all the bells and whistles and a budget around $30k.Jon New: 2018 Goldwing!Used: BMW K1600 GTLRichNew: BMW K1600 GTL ($27,745 including premium package) 70ish pounds lighter than the new Wing (772 vs 842 both fueled and ready to ride)160HP / 129 ft/lbs inline 6 (no numbers on the Wing yet)Front: BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut (take that fancy new Wing)Used: 2016 Harley-Davidson FLHTKSE - Screamin Eagle Limited CVO Ebay $30,470Rico2018 Indian Roadmaster - DUH!2016 BMW C 650 GT Premium Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate. Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one-time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciatedRunning time: 2 hours 20 minutesQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page
The idea for this episode was to talk with our kids and get their perspective on motorcycles. So we talk with Rico's son Kahlum (12) and Rich's sons Bryce (8), and Cameron (6), which was not very hard to do once we turned on the mics! General details of the conversation:Bikes they have ridden / ownedRazor MX350 electric dirt bike (originally Kahlum's and gifted to Bryce and Cameron)Motovox MBX10 mini bike (originally Kahlum's and gifted to Bryce and Cameron)Kahlum has ridden on Rico's Yamaha R6 and Indian RoadmasterCameron and Bryce has enjoyed some spins on the KLR650, but no Harley rides as yetFavorite or what they like and don't like about each oneBike's they think they might like to ride when they get olderGear that they wear and how they like wearing it EVENTS:Homestead Hill Hootenanny 2017 (Boone, NC/Robbinsville, NC - July6th - July 9th) Rico and Jon are going. This is a large moto vloggers meetupBarber Vintage Festival - October 6th-8th, 2017 - Leeds, AlabamaRunning time: 1 hour 13 minutesQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback pageSupport the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate. Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Permalink
We are once again joined by one of our past guests to get a update from her. You guessed it, we have the Fashionista joining the show again. Before getting an update from Deb we talk about what make a new motorcycle model.What makes a new new motorcycle model:Harley released the Road King Special model, which we covered in past episodes and we cover a little more detail to setup the conversation.Indian released the Indian Roadmaster Classic Model. Indian removed the hard bags off the roadmaster and replaced them leather bags and a few other tweaks.Between the two models - we think Harley did a better jobWe relate these new models to what car companies would call a trim level.Fashionista Update:Visited Motorcycles of Charlotte on way back from Barber. Deb will be going back to dealership in late spring test ride some BMW bikes.2 weeks ago Deb rode to Florida to do an article for April 2017 BMW Motorcycle Owners of America News Magazine. Deb finds places off the beaten path places to visit and thing that might have been forgot or lesser known. This trip was to Old Florida.Started out in Wakulla Springs, FL - 14 miles south of Tallahassee, FL. Is one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs.Next stop was Cedar Keys, FL - highly recommend as a place to go and relaxing. Hugest claming since the 90's. Next stop on the trip was Crystal River, FL and was able to rub the belly of a manatee. Which was on her bucket list.Last stop on trip was Mount Dora, FL - Cool little town, motorcycle friendly and a lot to do.Total trip miles about 1200 miles.Heading back to Florida for the first week of Daytona bike week. Will be attending the super cross racing.Cold weather riding -BMW Under layer suiteOlympia Expedition all season suitePlace hand warmers in all pockets to help keep warmNew Boots - Sidi Gavia Gore-Tex Boots - Great boot as feet never got coldPacking for Long Trips:Saddle BagsDry Sacks 35 liters with Rok StrapsHave a bottle of wine, glass, and opener with her.Nice tent, which has a living area and an area to allow you to wrench redverz Atacama TentWill not be at Barber as she will be doing 50CC ride during late September - early October.Deb also started writing for Modern Moto Magazine. Check it out!Katie Fox ownerMagazine is geared towards fashionable gearFirst article about how to pack and keep your fashion sense on road7 + 1 Segment:We are starting a new segment thanks to Mike, who is part of the Riders of Loud Pipes group. In our off-line social chat, Mike asked if money was no object what 7 bikes, cars, boats, etc would you have in your garage. Then one project to work on. We require at least 4 bikes on the list. Here we go! Jon:F3-S Daytona 500WRX (have)2007 Yamaha Wolverine 450 4x42017 Harley Freewheeler2017 Yamaha R32017 BMW R1200 RT2017 Triumph BobberProject: 1972 VW Super BeetleRich:HD CVO Pro Street BreakoutMotus MST-RBMW S1000RRHD Road Glide Ultra (CVO - if available)KTM 450Tesla Model S P100D2017 GMC 1500 Denali w/6.2 literProject: HD 1943 WLCRico:HD CVO Pro Street BreakoutMotus MST-RYamaha R1Indian Roadmaster (Have)MGX-21Dodge DemonTesla Model S P100DProject: Indian/HD Rat BikeDeb:BMW R1200RTBMW G310RYamaha YZ250Suzuki SV650Ural With side-carZero DZ ZFLexux RC-F CoupeBMW R1100 RSEVENTS:American Flat Track Race - Charlotte, NC April 1, 2017Moto Vlogger Spring Mountain Ride - April 7, 2017 - Going to be staying in Pigeon Forge, TN.Barber Vintage Festival - October 6th-8th, 2017 - Leeds, AlabamaSupport the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate. Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated.Running time: 1 hour 16 minutesQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page
Welcome to our first episode of 2016. We want to wish everyone a Happy New Year and hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday season.We are adding a little sweetener to Patreon - First 5 people to pledge at the $5 level or higher will get a Loud Pipes t-shirt after confirmation of the first payment.Rich wished both Rico and Jon a happy birthday. Rico's special day was on December 27th and Jon's was on December 31st.Jon explained that he was unable to attend Episode 35 due to doggie not doing very well and went to pick her up from the vet hospital. Jon and Natalie had to make a hard choice and have to put Roxy to sleep. She had a great 14 years with Natalie and 12 years with Jon. She was also very loving on Rich when he visited.Jon also thanked Rich for making a surprise visit to his birthday party that Natalie planned for his 40th birthday.Rich purchased a windshield for the Harley.Another option might be a bat wing style fairing from Memphis ShadesIt was very easy to install and can be removed without leaving anything on the bike. Rich is still testing, but so far over 70 MPH is not comfortable One of the first rides with the new windshield. Rico is looking at a set of stage 2 cams for his Indian RoadmasterRich then wanted to point out a sweet 106 ci hop up kit for 96 ci Harley twin camsJon has been logging miles on the WRX and hit 5000 miles and have named her... Della, based on the license plate of DLA.Rich received his Stein form Kline pottery. Rich and Rico took ride to the pottery shop and on the way they found the Devil's whip. More details about Kline pottery and the ride can be found in episode 22. Rich also supported Michael in his Indiegogo campaign to get a new kiln. Now that's a stein! Review and prediction from 2015. (Rico did not partake and Jon had not join the guys yet.)Yamaha R1 leads sales in 1000cc market. Outcome: scored well in comparos, MotoAmerica series champ was on an R1. Rico and Jon gave Rich a half point.Electric bikes increase in popularity. Outcome: It sort of happened. Victory released their first electric bike the Empulse TT after it acquired the motorcycle arm from Brammo. Victory did run the bike at the Isle of Man in the electric division one lap race and finished 3rd. Zero refreshed their lineup and added two new models. Rico and Jon gave Rich 1 pointHarley announces plans for LiveWire production and bonus point for announcement coming at Sturgis. Outcome: It didn't happen. Harley in fact announced that the LiveWire will be a few yeas away and it didn't come out at Sturgis. Rico and Jon gave Rich -1.5 points for this prediction for not coming true.2016 PredictionsRico:Indian and Victory increase in sales numbersZero leads electric bike sales.Scrambler sales leaders, ducati, triumph. Bonus: Yamaha next to do a scrambler.Naked bike sales leader - KTM 390.Sportster and street from HD sales increase.Jon:Increased range for electric bikes and increase in sales again.Bike manufacturers adding forced induction.Rich rides the Guzzi flying fortress, loves it, and sells the Harley and purchase the flying fortress.Subaru continues high safety ratings.Rico will buy Wendy a motorcycle.Rich:Electric bikes/cars sales will decrease due to cheaper gas/oil prices.Large front wheel trend has hit peak and will decrease.New custom tread comes out in 2016.Something new from HD - for new/female riders.Demo ride of the Multistrada enduro will be cool, but not the one to buy.The Raleigh North Carolina lost a major face in the motorcycle world and drag racing during December with the passing of Ray Price. Upcoming events that one or more Loud Pipes! members plan on attending: Easyriders Charlotte, NC Bike Show Tour (January 23, 2016) Charlotte AutoFair (April 7th-10th, 2016) 12th Annual Barber Vintage Festival (October 7th-9th, 2016) Visit RDubStudios.com/donate if you would like to support and help us improve the show or better yet visit our Patreon page where your contribution will help us achieve our goals and there are rewards for you for different pledge levels.Running time: 1 hour 18 minutesQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com
I got a chance to demo ride the 2016 Indian Chief Dark Horse. Where in the hell is the oil cooler? I understand Indian is trying to reduce costs to sell their motorcycles cheaper. I got it. But removing the oil cooler is a bad idea. Really a bad idea! The Thunder Stroke 111 generates heat, lots of it. I know this for fact. I own a 2015 Indian Roadmaster and the right side of the engine gets hot!!! You guys better put that oil cooler back on the Chief Classic, the Dark Horse and the Vintage.
Courtney interviews Nate Hudson of BA Moto about his upcoming mission: Allstate's Ride For Awareness. Nate will be visiting all 50 states on an Indian Roadmaster. His mission: visit the state capitol in each state to deliver suggestions from Allstate on how the local governments can make the roads safer for motorcyclist. Nate will be on the road for several months and will be covering almost 20,000 miles on his journey! Also, Craig Collins joins the show to tell listeners about a huge custom bike show he has put together at his Harley dealership in North Georgia. Later, Courtney and Dave discuss the latest motorcycle industry news.