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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 appreciated.So Jon and Rico make call to Rich last minute Saturday night and wanted to do a recording.  Rich wasn't too surprised, but perhaps the California sun was getting to him. Bacon's Broken Bits joins us for this episode.  He does a moto-vlog on YouTube, so check him out!Bacon also has a new bike, see the pic below or video. Wheels Through Time museum, Rico attends with Jon and others over the weekend.  Join us in our Clubhouse to see all the pictures Rico took at the visit and all our other perks.  Yes, this is the Patreon pitch. ;) Various other moto-vloggers were in attendance and we'll post the links to each once we have the list.Rico drops his Indian!  You have to listen to this part... The guys talk abou

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 appreciated.Topics:Update on our riding for Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge Congratulations to the Motorcycle Men for their 100th episode!GarageRich puts a new rear sprocket on the R6Rich's Deuce gets new gripsJon's Spyder gets new exhaust!!! Rico installed a new phone mount on the Roadmaster

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 appreciated.We welcome back brother Hogan as he's been dealing with other priorities and we get back to talking about what we love, motorcycles! TopicsMotorcycle Podcasters Challenge update: First six letters have been drawn for week one and some riders have already scored points. Donations are being accepted to support the winners of the MPC and we are seeding the pot with $125 to start!Harley lines up to make a bid for Harley Davidson?Moto-vloggers mentioned during this conversation: Rogue Mogul, Amp'd Moto, Bacon's Broken BitsWhere is my LiveWire?!?! Let's keep making noise until Harley brings this to market.U-TURNDavid Green sent a note looking to get our take on the Yamaha Raider.  He's 6'4" and we include some comments from First Five Rider Jebi

Due to some other commitments Rico was unable to join Rich and Jon.  But the show must go on so the guys talk about the 1st East Coast Moto Amino meetup that Jon attend, the new YZ450F dirt bike, a new Ducati Scrambler, and much more.1st East Coast Moto Amino Meetup:Was setup by Irishman80 back in February 2017 to have a meetup in Charlotte NC on June 10th 2017.Turned into a memorial ride due to a fellow rider that passed away after the announcement.  Had assistance from other Moto Amino NC Members - Demic, ApeRSV (NC Ambassador), KP Moto, SonciMoto, Crux, and Sp3ak.There were about 25 riders from across the state and a few out of state riders (SC, PA, and CO)Read more details hereNew Bikes:2018 Yamaha YZ450FDucati Scrambler Mach2U-Turn:Amp'D Moto gave us a little feed back about Autonomous Vehicles.  No he didn't send us an e-mail, but made a Vlog about it instead.  Garage:Rich finally changed the oil in the Duece and saw a few thing the dealer should have replaced.Bike is running better

Deb Gasque joins us to discuss a six pack of BMW Motorcycles that she had a chance to test ride.  Jon and Rich spent the weekend riding and hanging out with good friendsBMW Motorcycles from a test ride at Motorcycles of Charlotte2017 R nineT Scrambler2017 R 1200 R2016 R 1200 RS2017 700 GS2016 800 GS2017 R 1200 GSRich and Jon meet up with Deb, husband Bill, Zyon (Loud Pipes Rider), Stacy, Natalie (Jon's wife), and Natalie's Mom.   Started at Suck Bang Blow and moved on to the Dead Dog Saloon for a fantastic dinner. 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 06 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

Rich attended the Congregation Show in Charlotte, NC and that is the first major topic.  We cover some recent news and then discuss the coming trend of autonomous vehicles and the systems that operate vehicles.TOPICS:The Congregation ShowPrism Supply CoDice MagazineRiders on the Norm PodcastIndian unveils a special ScoutHarley is looking to build a plant in Thailand, but steel works are not happyWe take a look at the insane pro stock drag motor from S&S Second big topic was autonomous vehicles, we engage in a general conversation on the topicand Bosch is working on a connected system to make bikes saferAmp'd Moto expanded on the autonomous vehicle topic and gave his take after listening to the show.EVENTS:Loud Pipes! mini meetup - Suck Bang Blow, Myrtle Beach, SC - June 4th PMHomestead 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

We have had all sorts of issues getting a show out lately and finally 85 is available.  Two of our First Five riders, Markus and Rickard are making a ride to the northern park of Sweden and if there are other listeners in the area, reach out to use on the feedback line and we'll put you in contact with them.  The destination is to a custom motorcycle show: http://www.custombikeshow.se/indexE.htmlTopics:Released Dyna Low Rider S demo ride video Rich rides the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying FortressJon Rides the Can-AM Spyder F3SJon's demo ride videoand Rico rides with the Road Hogs again for their annual rideJon reviews his new Shoes RF-1200 and compares it to the his Shoei QuestEVENTS:Loud Pipes! mini meetup - Suck Bang Blow, Myrtle Beach, SC - June 4th PMHomestead 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 0

After a great show with the next generation, Jon is back on the hot seat to talk about his riding over the past few days.  Jon met up with Rich and Micah for lunch on Friday at Hwy 55 Burgers.  Then on Sunday Jon took a little ride out to Kitty Hawk, NC to meet-up with Dave and attend the OBX bike week.  All in Jon rode 975 miles and is about to crack 13k on the Spyder.  With two more weeks before the one year anniversary, will he crack 14k, 15k, or 16k?OBX Bike Week:Very SMALL turn out, perhaps due to end of the weekend and rainy weatherVisited three light houses (Cape Hatteras, Bodie Island, and Currituck) Traveled the length of NC 12 from Corolla, NC to Hatteras, NCAfter speaking with a fellow Spyder rider on replacing reflectors with LED lights, Jon has ideasMotorcycle PodcasterS Challenge:We have been busy working on the rules for the 2nd annual Motorcycle Podcaster Challenge.  We give a high level overview of the rules and here are some of the highlights:Three week challeng

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:

Rich and Rico grill Jon about his mountain trip with the MotoNobodies. The weekend trip for Jon was about 850 miles.  The group was made up of the following moto vloggers:Cruiser BrewserAmp'd MotoRouge MogulMatthew WilliamsWolfSPDFNTK (Jon) - Jon has done a video about the Loud Pipes Podcast.  Jon has fixed the video as it was pointed out at the 6 minute mark the spyder engine was louder than Jon.The group had a hard time getting all connected with Senas and figured out after the trip that the Sena BackPack that was used to capture audio to GoPro cameras maxes out at 3-4 riders.  Another lesson learned from trip is that the night before, sit down (generally while drinking) and pair the units.  Looks like the sena 30k will be using 2.4 GHz Adaptive Mesh-Networking Technology.  The reviews said it will be easier to pair up units and we'll update if we get a chance to test it. Check out the Wheels Through Time Museum and Dales Channel for some great video on restoration and all

You may recall from a prior episode where Rico caught a massive Yellow Fin Tuna.  The captain and owner of that boat turned out to be from the Isle of Man, which then set the wheels in motion for this episode.  Big thanks to Benn Gilmour for joining us and sharing what it's like on the Isle of Man and watching the TT.  Please check out Jackpot Sport Fishing and look him up if you are in Costa Rica.Interesting tidbits from the conversation with BennBenn's father had an RG500 GP bike and has been involved with TT racers for over 20 yearsBetween a pub in Creg-ny-Baa and Hillberry is Benn's favorite place to watch the TTListens to the action on Radio TT on Manx radioFollow the action with timing and scoring (web app)Must try food on the Isle of Man:Manx Kippers Chips, grated cheese, and gravyJohn McGuinness is Benn's racer to watch this year, although Michael Dunlop will be tough to beatSupport the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate.  

Catching up after some time off due to various reasons.  We cover some motorcycle racing and various other topics.  First Five Loud Pipes Rider Jebbie got himself a Yamaha Raider and we are super happy for him!  We also welcome Roger Smith to the club house and appreciate the support.  NEW TOPICSAmerican Flat Track - we catch up on the first three races of the season and give our take on the season so far.  Rules for this American Flat Track seasonChanges for the 2017 seasonNew Indian Scout FTR750New Harley-Davidson XG750RWorld Super Bike - season is three races in and Rich is following with his desire to get the R6 on the track.U-TURNIndian Motorcycle Project Chieftain build winners announcedChris Brewer suggests we look at different camping options for Barber: Oak Mountain State ParkA look back to the birth of Victory Motorcycles  and a first ride review of the original V92C from Rider magazineEVENTS:Moto Vlogger Spring Mountain Ride - April 7, 2017 - Going to be

To continue on with the vintage flavor we are joined by Wymond Walkem.  Last episode we had Wymond's wife Devah on the show.  Wymond is the restore man behind Walkem's Cycle.  He talks about all the bikes he has restored and some details about restoring and custom bikes in generalThe best way to view Wymond's work is to visit his website indianrestorations.com and in you are near Toronto Canada stop by and say hi. :)EVENTS: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, AlabamaRunning time:  1 hour 18 minutesQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

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 appreciated.This week we have a guest to talk about riding vintage motorcycle exclusively and over long distances.  Joining Rico in studio this week, we have a great conversation to share with everyone.Devah WalkemRides a 1939 80ci Harley Flathead and a 1980 Sturgis Harley (only 1400 of these ever created)Learned on a Yamaha ViragoFlathead upgraded from 45 to 80 cubic inch by her husband Wymand.The bike had low center of gravity and was a great bike being short of 5'4".Main reason Devah rides is the freedom and seeing new sights, and the feeling of different windsBeen riding for 35 years and has gone from Toronto to New Orleans as well as Toronto to SturgisOnce ran out of gas in Oregon and once off the highway,  a gas truck pulled in behind and filled them

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 pl

We are joined again this week we a special guest.  This time its one of our own Riders of Loud Pipes! First Five member Zyon, who took a trip to the IMS show in Cleveland.  Zyon joins us to give his recap of what he saw at the show and a few other topics.Little background on ZyonA First Five member in the Riders of Loud PipesSeveral bikes in garage2013 Harley Davidson Deluxe1998 Kawasaki KLR (Rich's old bike) using as a winter bike this yearCustom Kawasaki 440 hardtail - for sale if anyone is lookingCleveland IMS ShowHarley Davidson was demonstrating how to pick up a bike from a dropped positionHonda was pushing the new RebelNo Moto Guzzi, so Zyon could not check out the Flying FortressVictory was there, but they were pushed into the Polaris tent with SlingshotsDon't expect much from Victory to make it to Indian save for may the engine from the OctaneDon't expect to see a Victory bike with an Indian badgeBMW bikes caught Zyon's eye and sat on a fewR6 is a beautifully bike and the front looks angry.&

To finish up Rich and Jon's trip to Florida, we have one more topic to cover.  We covered it a little bit in episode 74 where Rich and Jon stopped by J. Webster Designs in Gainesville, FL.  This show is the interview Rich and Jon captured with Justin and the follow on conversation with Rico.Before the interview Rich and Jon try to cheer up Rico as he was having issues with his Mac Mini and a bluetooth keyboard.  Not sure if was Rich and Jon or triple rum and coke, but Rico cheered up.Rich and Jon met Justin previously at the Barber Vintage Festival - October 2016.All work is done out of his home shop - which is an undersized 2-car garageFirst bike was a Honda CB750F - which is undergoing major customizationCurrently working a Honda CB550 that will be a scrambler/tracker conceptCurrent makes four parts for Honda CB bikesOil Pressure Gage AdapterHonda Valve Tappet CoversHonda Handlebar ClampsHonda Tachometer DriveWrench Against the MachineJustin was on Episode 4 of the winning team.  His tea

Rich and Jon are fresh off a ride to Florida to visit Rich's parents, watch some sports car racing, and grabbed an awesome interview that will be our next show.Rich and Jon are grilled by Rico on their trip to Florida and all the GEAR they wore to stay warm.Rich's Gear:Legs - Regular long johns (trip home), Freeze Out pants, riding jeans, and rain pants (after stop in Columbia, SC)Feet - cotton socks on trip down.  Purchased: HD wool shocks for trip home.Neck - Turtle furCore - Freeze Out Long Sleeve Top,  Long sleeve shirt, HD hooded sweat shirt, HD riding jacket, Rain Jacket (last day, since it was mid 40's when pulled out of hotel)Hands - Freeze Out glove liners, Gauntlet Gloves (only during day when warm), Ski Gloves (only on way down after sun was down), Purchased: HD Circuit gauntlet-glovesJon's Gear:Legs - long johns, Freeze Out pants, Jeans (on way down), basketball warm-up pants, and Tour Master OverpantsFeet - Socks, Freeze-Out Inner Boot LinersNeck - BalaclavaCore - Compression Long Sleev

We talk about attending the Charlotte EasyRiders Bike Show.  Rico was unable to attend, but Rich and Jon were joined by one of the Riders of Loud Pipes - Mike (aka 18two4ever).  This is the third year that the Loud Pipes team has attend the show and have to say this is the largest one so far.  A few cherry pops happened - first bike show for Mike and first long ride for Jon in a rain storm.A few observations from the show:Big Wheel baggers are still here, but conversations with a few builders hint that they are ready to be done with big front wheelsCustom vintage bikes are growingSupercharged/Turbo bikes are growingA few pictures of bikes the guys liked.  If you want to see more, become a patreon at the $5 level to get access to a shared drive with all the images. 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa Fire Rod - Harley-Davidson V-Rod Slingshot from Backyardbaggers.net

To continue with the Victory Motorcycles farewell, we have someone who is passionate about Victory to bring to you.  Our special guest Lloyd Greer from Lloydz Motorworkz, discusses his passion and experience in the aftermarket world to help improve Victory Motorcycles and build a loyal customer following.Two videos inspired us to reach out to Lloyd for this episode.  Onwards and Upwards and Onwards and Upwards Pt 2Has 12 motorcycles, but his go to bike is a stripped down Victory Vision which puts out 240HP at the rear wheel!One of his customers is a 78 year young man with a 2013 Victory Cross Country.  A supercharged model that puts out about 200HP with over 63,000 miles on bike.Lloyd is looking for the large front wheel custom trend to pass and thinks the next phase will be the performance Bagger or what he called the "Muscle Bagger".We are fans of the supercharger kit and were pleased to hear that Lloyd makes every part except the supercharger itself, which is from Pro Charger.Has been d