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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

In this episode of the Loud Pipes motorcycle podcast the guys talk a little ride planning, bid farewell to Victory Motorcycles, and thoughts on other bikes that could be options other than Harley-Davidson and Indian.The guys start off by breaking the news that Rich and Jon are going to take a little ride down to Daytona for the Rolex 24 hour race at Daytona.Victory Motorcycle closing after 18 years.  The guys talk about the history of Victory, engines, and models they have made over the years.  We share our thoughts on why Polaris shutdown Victory and what be next.  Maybe a new Indian...  This is also part 1 as we have a special guest for the next episode to continue the conversation.We do a little searching and find other manufacturers that you should look at if you don't want to follow everyone else with Harley and Indian bikes.U-Turn:If you listen to the live stream one of Rich's 2017 Predictions was Victory would get some much needed love from Polaris.  Well, he came clean and sai

In this installment of Loud Pipes we discuss our 2016 predictions and find out who did the best and then we make our 2017 predictions.  There was a little riding over the past week as Rich and Jon meet up for some BBQ at a sweet place - Pik-n-Pig.2016 PredictionsRich:Electric bikes/car sales will decrease due to cheap gas/oil prices - (0)Larger front wheels has hit peak and decrease (1)New custom tread comes out in 2016 (2)Something new from HD - for new/women riders (0)Once ride the Ducati Multistrada enduro but don't like/not for me (2)Jon:Increased range for electric bikes and increase in sales again - (1)Bike manufacturers adding forced induction - (0)Rich ride the Guzzi flying fortress, is happy, and sells the Harley (1)Subaru continues high safety rating (2)Rico will buys Wendy a motorcycle (0)Bryce gets a bike (2)Rico:Indian and Victory increase in number sale (2)Zero leads electric bike sales (0)Scrambler sales order, Ducati, Triumph, (Yamaha next to do a scrambler) (1)Naked bikes - KTM 390 Duke

Last episode of 2016 and we look back and discuss the best moments in our opinion from 2016.  Before getting to the moments we would like to share some stats of our episodes over the past year.  Number of Episodes - 38 (4 of which are specials) and total time 43 hours and 27 minutes.  Also if you are a patreon you have access to an extra 23 episodes which is a total time of 12 hours 04 minutes of content.Defining moments of 2016:Jon drops a bomb - Tells the guys about buying the SpyderRich rides the Motus MST before Rico and then Rico gets to ride the Motus  MST and MSTR with Lee Conn2016 Barber Trip and all the events that happened to and from the Vintage Festival at BarberFJ-09 and Rich almost selling the Deuce for it!U-Turn:Kawasaki 1000 SX Mix up, in the U.S. it's the Ninja 1000, thanks Creative Riding for pointing that outFeedback from Larry Lanes from Throttled Podcast in regard to Rich looking for a new saddle for the DeuceEVENTS:Easyriders Bike Show Charlotte, NC January

We have a fun and interesting show for this installment of Loud Pipes!.  We decided to have fun with the holidays and talk about what we each have on our Christmas wish list.  We also give each other a virtual gift as part of the celebration.Before getting into lists - we have a special offer for our listeners.  If you sign up to support the show on Patreon at the $1 level before January 31st, 2017 we will give you the additional $5 level perks for your first 45 days!Wish List:Rich:Thermal gear to extend riding through winter.  Rich has already purchased items and give review of items as he already tested them out.   Freeze-Out Base Layer Long Johns, Freeze-Out Long Sleeve Top, and Turtle Fur Turtles neck WarmerNew seat for Decue - Saddlemen Explorer Seat with Driver BackrestBoots - Men's Cater Performance BootsBike - MGX-21 Flying FortressRico:EVS Comp JacketThermal gear from GatorskinStage 2 Performance Cams for RoadmasterBike - BMW R Nine TJon:Sunshade for WRXKlim K Fifty

True to our show name - Loud Pipes - we have a guest for this episode to talk to about motorcycle exhaust.  We are joined by Greg Miranda from Two Brothers Racing.  Greg is the HD account manger and we discuss products from their v-twin line, which is a few years young as well as the more traditional sport bike exhausts.TBR Comp-Series Hand-Crafted V-Twin Exhaust SystemsComp-V Direct V-Stack or High Flow Air Filter SystemYamaha Exhaust SystemsSuzuki Exhaust SystemsCan-Am Exhaust SystemsOur TBR pick for Jon :)Stunt rider Tony Carbajal Greg mentioned U-Turn:Going back to episode 64 and a question from a listener asking about Cadillac replacing the Corvette in IMSA racing.  There has been an announcement that Cadillac is coming into IMSA, but not currently replacing CR-7.  Cadillac will be running in

In part two of our ADV demo day review, we decided to get input from a new rider who is a Riders of Loud Pipes - Micah Cooper.  Micah joins Rich, Rico, and Jon to give us his review of the bikes he rode during the Motorcycles of Charlotte ADV demo day.ADV Demo day bikes ridden by Micah:BMW F700GSBMW R nine T ScramblerBMW R 1200 GSDucati Multistrada 1200 SADV Demo day bikes ridden by Rich:Triumph Tiger 800 XCaBMW R 1200 GS AdventureDucati Multistrada 1200 S (more sport touring, the enduro model was not available)BMW S 1000 XR (also more sport touring, Rich just wanted to ride this one) U-Turn:Victory announced winners of the Operation Octane build off Events:Triumph Bobber Event (by Motorcycles of Charlotte) December 16th, 2016 at Sugar Creek BreweryEasyriders Bike Show Charlotte, NC January 21th, 2017Support 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

Part one of our ADV demo day also brings an ADV ringer to help us discuss the bikes and the ADV experience.  Rich, Jon, and two of the Riders of Loud Pipes members Micah and Titus attended the ADV demo day at Motorcycles of Charlotte.Before getting into show we like to wish everyone in the U.S. a Happy Thanksgiving and be safe while out Black Friday shopping.Our special guest Brian Hunnicutt joins us for our ADV talk.  Brian has a 2013 BMW R1200 GS and has taken his bike not just on-road and off-road, but also on the race track!  Brian enjoys the BMW GS due to the boxer engine, low center of gravity, and all road aspects of the motorcycle. ADV Demo day bikes ridden by Rich:Triumph Tiger 800 XCaBMW R 1200 GS AdventureDucati Multistrada 1200 S (more sport touring, the enduro model was not available)BMW S 1000 XR (also more sport touring, Rich just wanted to ride this one) Brian is also a track instructor and Rich gets some pointers on what he needs to prep before he hits the t

In this exciting episode the guys have a special guest, cover some listener feedback, and have some fun with race car audio to support Rich's comment about the sound of the Ford GT race car.  The guys also welcome Steve and Tytis as two new members to the Riders of Loud Pipes! and thank them for their support.Also, it's contest time, see bottom of this post for detailsLegUp Landin GearThe guys sit down and chat with Pete Giarrusso from Pete G's Chopper Design Services. The LegUp Landin Gear systemInterview partly inspired by listener feedback.  Thomas writes that he was having trouble holding up his Electra Glide at low speeds and while he is considering a trike, was looking for alternatives.  He is also looking at Spyder's after hearing of Jon's enjoyment of his RSS.  Harley has new bike - Street BobU-Turn:Feedback from Walter that we started to talk about IMSA.  He also mentioned that this could be the last year of Corvettes and that Cadillac would be entering next year on

In this latest installment of the Loud Pipes! Motorcycle Podcast the guys talk about motorcycles from the EICMA show in Milan Italy.  There were so many motorcycles revealed at EICMA that we only picked a few that we feel are the most interesting.Before getting down to business - we would like to take a moment to thank all the veterans that have served our country over the past 240 years.Quick Store update - we had a request for hi-viz shirts, so we had our graphic department work on the request and now have orange and green short/long sleeve shirts.  Also the logo was changed from white/red to gray/black.  So please check out the LoudPipes store.EICMA 2016:Ducati Multistrada 950 and pricing detailsDucati 1299 Superleggera (Very limited edition - 500)Also check out the BMW HP4 Race launch video for more carbon fiber goodnessScramblers - Cafe Race and Desert SledMoto Guzzi V7 III and 50th anniversary of V7Triumph Street ScramblerHonda CB1100TR Flat-Tracker ConceptZero - They are g

This week the guys talk about riding some Moto Guzzi motorcycles again and catch up on a few news related topics. Chit ChatThe Loud Pipes store is now open!Barber Vintage Museum video is now available on YouTubeEdward Lake is 500th person to like us on Facebook!Two Moto Guzzi quick spinsGriso 8V SE (we mentioned engine on California is a 1200, which is incorrect it is 1400cc)V9 RoamerOther topics:Victory starts a bike build off titled operation OctaneNew Triumph BobberSena 30kJack Daniels Indian Chief Vintage sold for $150,000 at auctionThe garageWe are bringing back the garage segment, but this time not to talk about maintenance items, Rich is going to build a custom bike! 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.Running time:  1 hour 26 minutesQuestions or comments: feedba

In this latest installment of the Loud Pipes! show, the boys are joined once again by The Fashionista who has an Iron Butt.  We get a first hand report from Deb Gasque about her first attendance at the AIMExpo 2016.AIMExpoFor the past four years, held at the Orange County Convention center in Orlando, FL and Deb called it Disney World for the motorcycle community.Entry level bike from Benelli the 302R.  Pricing is set at $4,400 and has a Moto Guzzi feel to the lookYamaha YZF-R6 retails for $12,200 and will be available March 2017.  The new model will have 6 mode traction control, ABS, aluminum tank, and a magnesium sub-frame.BMW RnineT - Micah one of the Riders for LoudPipes wanted to get Deb's input on this bike.Yamaha SCR950 - Add another bike to add the current scrambler crazeSuzuki GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000R - All new for 2017 and they have huge cans!Suzuki GSX-R750 - had issues getting approval in all states, but is now 50 state approvedSuzuki V-Strom 650 and 1000 updatesFavor

The guys recap their 2016 trip to the Barber Vintage Festival including the ride home and activities from the last day of the festival.  Vintage Festival Day 3Interview with Lee Conn, President of Motus Motorcycles to update changes for 2017, thoughts on the festival, and more.  Previously in episode 56, Rich got his first taste of the Motus MSTEpisode 20 was our first introduction to Motus after Rico toured the factoryQuick update from Brian Case, Vice President of Motus Motorcycles and Head of DesignRico rides the Motus MST and MSTR with Lee Conn just outside the Barber Motorsports complexRide home from Birmingham to Atlanta area set us up nicely for completing the trip homeWe want to give thanks to some great people we met at BarberGuys at the beer stand from Five Star Event Catering for handing out some additional cooziesKen Ciocci (apologies, we said Mike during the recording) from Spectro Oils for helping Jon with his Spyder leak.  Please check them out, great people and some fi

Day 2 of the 2016 Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival and this was a working day (show promotion), but we had a great time and are joined by a guest to recap the events from today.More pictures coming soon as we are gathering all the content from this event. Help keep the show AD free 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:  23 minutes 45 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

The guys talk about their experience at the first day of the 2016 Barber Vintage Festival.  Before getting to the festival chat, we talk about how Rico took a nice older lady out for a evening ride on the Roadmaster.On to the Festival:The guys talk about taking a few laps around Barber Motorsports ParkMeeting The Fashionista who has an Iron ButtThe Barber Museum - all can say is WOWMeeting up with Kevin from the Throttled PodcastHelp keep the show AD free and receive rewards for your contribution by visitingloudpipes.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 07 minutes 20 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

We made it to Birmingham Alabama in preparation for the 12th Annual Vintage Motorcycle Festival at Barber Motorsports Park.  We covered 425 miles from Charlotte today and even though we were tired, we put together some conversation of today's ride and activities. Help keep the show AD free 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:  43 minutes 56 secondsQuestions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page

In this installment of Loud Pipes! the guys have a little food chat, talk about Jon visiting the Ray Price Capital City Bike Fest, flat track racing, and a few other items. Food Items:Rico was eating some chicken wings, which turned into a great place to each chicken and waffles in Atlanta - Glady's Knights' Chicken & WafflesJon asked what is better - Dunkin' Donuts or Krispy Kreme.  This came about due to Jon's wife listened to a podcast (we got this) and what they said was the better donuts.Jon Visiting the Ray Price Capital City Bike Fest - This was over the weekend of September 24th and held in downtown Raleigh, NC.  There was about 8 blocks of downtown closed off for the festival along with events happening at the Ray Price Harley-Davidson dealership.  There was a lot of different events happening during the festival which included - public bike show, live bike build, live shows, Drift Trike Exhibition,  live stereo build, parades and rides, pin-up contest, and much more.Here

In this episode of Loud Pipes! the guys circle back and talk about the new Milwaukee Eight.  But unlike episode 55 where we talk about news articles about the engine, we - well Rich got a first hand impression.  The guys also talk about the Harley and the Davidson's series on the Discovery channel.Patreon UpdateWe have made some reward changes.  Our private social network perk has moved to the $5 level and we grandfathered anyone that was supporting at the $1 level.  We also have been working on our Barber Shop reward.  Please check out our patreon page for details on all our rewards.Milwaukee Eight - first ride impression2017 Harley-Davidson Ultra LimitedTwin cooled 107 cu in Milwaukee EightMatte grey and blackDyna Low Rider SScreamin Eagle 110 cu in twin camRubber mountedOther topicsTesla announces a new model S -  P100D:Can do 0-60 MPH in 2.5 secondsHas a range of 315 milesIts the 3rd fastest accelerating production carU-Turn:Harley-Davidson 2017 Lineup Changes:Models disconti

This is a special episode as it marks the 2nd anniversary of Loud Pipes!  Also this date is import in American history as it marks the 15th anniversary since 9/11, so the guys take a moment to remember all the lives lost on this day.Tonight the guys are going to give updates on past guest that have been on the show as well as some special guests calling into the show.Smith from Mortons custom cycleAlex Crookes from EatSleepRIDE - No major update on app, but they are heading to the "Tail of the Dragon"Lee Conn from MotusRecent appearance on Jay Leno's garageRichard Janis MotorcyclesDiscovery days coming up in SeptemberLooking forward to seeing them at Barber againNeville Lee 2 wheels 1 causeMatthew WilliamsNo major moto vlogging update.  He has fixed the Manga from issues on June mountain ride. Jim May - Mathews Fun MachinesFlying Fortress is in and they have a demo bike, stop by and take it for a rideCharlie Hearn - Motorcycle of CharlotteBMW has a Scrambler coming out soonBMW has a 310R coming