Law Abiding Biker | Street Biker Motorcycle Podcast
Ryan Urlacher | Street Biker, Motorcycle Rider
Updated 7 days agoThis podcast is all about the law abiding biker (LAB). We talk about the world of motorcycling, motorcycles, ride reviews, equipment reviews, motorcycle law and issues, motorcycle clubbing, motorcycle news, motorcycle television and media, the motorcycle industry, smart phone app reviews, and so much more. We are the majority of bikers on the roads after all. You know, the "99%ers", and we are who the motorcycle industry looks to for product development and design, so let's be heard. This is your one stop shop for all your main stream law abiding biker (LAB) needs, so look no further.
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LAB-234-Harley Reflex Defensive Rider System (RDRS)-Worth the Upgrade?
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this podcast, we explain the Harley-Davidson Reflex Defensive Rider System or "RDRS". This RDRS upgrade is a $995 option for the Harley touring line-up except for the Electra Glide Standard. Within this RDRS system are 6 components. Understand, that Harley has had a reflex linked braking system and anti-lock brakes on many touring models since the Rushmore bikes were released in 2014. The Harley linked braking system basically links the brakes so if a rider applies too much rear or front brake in an emergency the system takes over and applies the proper braking amounts to each wheel. See my YouTube video where I explain Harley RDRS! #1-Cornering Enhanced Electronic Linked Braking (C-ELB) This system is just like the reflex linked braking system but activates in an emergency situation in a corner. The front and rear brake systems apply the correct amount of braking for each wheel and take into account the lean angle of the motorcycle or the lateral acceleration of a trike. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE #2-Cornering Enhanced Antilock Braking System (C-ABS) This system takes into account the lean angle of a motorcycle or the lateral acceleration of a trike during a corner and applies the proper amount of anti-lock braking to the front and rear wheel. This keeps the wheels rolling and prevents an uncontrolled wheel lock during a corner. #3-Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System (C-TCS) This is designed to prevent the rear wheel from excessive spinning under acceleration when going straight or cornering. This can be great for wet weather or a sudden change of the riding surface. The rider can choose between two modes: Standard mode is for dry surfaces. Rain mode is for wet surfaces. And the C-TCS mode can be turned off if desired. This mode is tailored when cornering based on lean angle. #4-Drag-Torque Slip Control System (DSCS) and Cornering Enhanced Drag-Torque Slip Control System (C-DSCS) This is designed to reduce excessive rear-wheel slip under deceleration. Rear-wheel slip can happen during a quick downshift or decelerating on wet or slick roads. The system will adjust engine torque delivery to better match rear-wheel speed to road speed. This mode is tailored when cornering based on lean angle or trike lateral acceleration. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! #5-Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) This mode applies and holds brake pressure when activated. This will prevent the motorcycle from rolling after the brake controls have been released. This mode is for a situation such as being stopped on a hill and it will keep the bike from rolling. This system applies brake pressure until the rider turns the throttle and releases the clutch to pull away. The system may also be engaged when the motorcycle is stopped on a flat surface if the rider wants to maintain position without applying pressure to a front or rear brake. The system is activated when the rider momentarily applies extra pressure to either the front-brake hand lever or the rear-brake foot control after the motorcycle has come to a complete stop. An indicator light will illuminate when the system is activated. The VHC system is disengaged automatically as the rider begins to pull away from a stop, or if the rider applies and releases either brake control. #6-Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This system simply alerts the rider to low tire air pressure. TPMS displays current front and rear tire pressure on the Boom! Box GTS screen or on the odometer on Road King models. This system is also available as a stand-alone accessory for 2020 Touring models equipped with original equipment or accessory wheels that accept a sensor. Ciro 3D Passenger Drink Holder Install & Review on a Harley + Rider Drink Holder Options! (DOES SIZE MATTER?) Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Morris "Big Mo" Robinson of Moody, Alabama Brett Leonard of Lake Odessa, Michigan Adma Couri of Bradford, RI Zeb Speer of Miles City, Montana Benjamin Farrows of Sequin, Ontario, Canada Arnold Stewart of Toronto, Ontario, Canada If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-233-My First Adventure Motorcycle Purchase & Ride
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com I have ridden street bikes and Harley-Davidson motorcycles for many years now. I still love street riding and cross country riding. However, I love all motorcycles and am also getting into adventure and/or dual-sport motorcycle riding in addition to street. I bought a Kawasaki KLR 650 for my first adventure motorcycle. I also took the KLR 650 out for the first time off-road for an afternoon and I tell you all about it and my experience. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Big Daddy is also on a microphone for this episode. He's been in the dual-sport/adventure motorcycle game much longer than I and brings some great knowledge to the table. He has had several dual-sport motorcycles. He has had a Kawasaki KLR 650 and now has a KTM, which he talks about. There are many things to consider upfront if you're thinking about getting into adventure motorcycle riding. It is really a booming sport right now and it seems the motorcycle manufacturers are battling it out to try and make the perfect bike. It's going to be exciting to see what they'll come out with over the next 5 years. Heck, even Harley-Davidson sees the writing on the wall and is trying to get in the game with their Pan America adventure motorcycle, which is rumored to be released to the public in 2020. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Big Daddy gives some great information on some of the more popular well known dual-sport motorcycles on the market and some of their specs. He also goes over the pros and cons of some of them. I researched for a long time before buying the Kawasaki KLR 650 for my first adventure bike. It really comes down to choosing what kind of riding you're planning on doing and then choosing a motorcycle that will best fit your needs. Of course, the price of an adventure motorcycle has much to do with it too. And you'll certainly want to consider what type of aftermarket parts are available for your motorcycle to make it your own and to fit your needs. That's just some of what we talk about in this episode and you'll need to listen in to get all the information. New Free Video Mentioned: Grand Canyon & Zion National Park Motorcycle Documentary Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Robert Stubbs of Laguna Hills, California Sidney Horn of Waterloo, IL Bob Barber of Springfield, Oregon Chris Hodapp of Lompoc, California Mark Zody of Apple Creek, Ohio Bryan Sweeney of Gillette, Wyoming If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Anthony Luna of Scottsdale, Arizona Gary Williams of Jonesboro, Arkansas Gary Buhler of Bedford, Texas ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-232-Transitioning From 2 Wheels to 3 Wheels on a Harley Trike
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Big Daddy Kane recently transitioned to a Harley trike after many years of riding on two wheels. Due to some back issues, it was becoming just too cumbersome lifting and moving a two-wheel Harley off the kickstand for him. This was not an easy transition for Big Daddy mentally as he did not see himself getting a trike at his current age. He thought, like many, that the switch may happen when he was a bit older. It was also quite a learning curve for him to learn to ride the trike after riding two wheels for so many years. He talks about his experience and what he's learned riding the trike. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE There are many things to consider for a rider considering moving to a trike. There are many aftermarket trike conversation kits for Harley. Or, you can just buy a Harley trike all setup already. There are pros and cons to many of these decisions of course. Big Daddy made some modifications right away that you'll want to know about. Harley trikes have become much more popular over the years and many are riding them even if they don't have a medical condition requiring it. Some riders just prefer the trike and there are some benefits to it over a two-wheel motorcycle. Big Daddy decided on a 2020 Harley Tri-Glide Ultra. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Listen in to this episode as we discuss much information that you'll want to know about trikes and whether you should consider one or not. New Free Video Mentioned: Grand Canyon & Zion National Park Motorcycle Documentary Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Felicia Rawls of Lady Lake, Florida Steve Schklar of Toronto, Ontario Canada Rick Howell of Muncie, IN Mark Hutchins of Orem, Utah Rick Phenicie of Corona, California Chris Gilliam of Birmingham, Alabama If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Charles Schlattman of Casa Grande, AZ Four Seasons Synthetic of Scarborough, Maine Elias Casanas of Lawrenceville, GA ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-231-Interview with Don Frank of F4 Customs Windshields
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com F4 Customs was founded in 2007 by owner Don Frank, whom I interview in this episode, and the company is based out of Ohio. They continue to this day making windshields, not only for Harley-Davidsons but for Indian motorcycles, Honda Goldwings, Yamaha and more! These are some of the toughest most durable aftermarket windshields I've ever seen for Harley. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Owner Don Frank and his crew are actual motorcycle enthusiasts and ride often and for long distances! Thus, they understand the true needs of bikers and have listened to feedback over the years, making it the great windshield that it is today. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! I came across this awesome family-owned company earlier this year and it didn't take me long to fall in love with the windshield after I put it on my 2014 Harley Street Glide Special. GET AN F4 CUSTOMS WINDSHIELD RIGHT IN THE LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE HERE Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-230-Adventure & Off-Road Motorcycle Riding | Part 2 of 2
This is part 2 of a 2 part series. In this episode, Oscar and I talk adventure and off-road motorcycle riding. We love riding our Harley's cross country and that will certainly continue. But, we have an overall passion for all motorcycles and all types of riding. I'd have one of every sort of motorcycle if I could afford it. Check out my YouTube video titled: "I Just Bought & Rode My First Adventure Motorcycle? Am I Hooked?" Several of us here at Law Abiding Biker™ Media have been getting into adventure and off-road motorcycle riding, so we wanted to talk about it. We know that many listeners also ride street and off-road motorcycles. We talk from a perspective of what it's like getting into this sort of off-road adventure riding and we are by no means experts. We are learning as we go and having a blast. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Adventure motorcycle riding allows you to explore well beyond those paved roads and opens up many possibilities. Like street motorcycles, there is a ton to learn and know about adventure motorcycles and that is what Oscar and I try to break down in this podcast episode. There are different terms for these types of motorcycles such as adventure, off-road, dual-sport, or enduro and that can be confusing and overwhelming when getting started. And, these terms can cross-over into each other is what I've come to learn. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! There are so many questions to be asked when getting into adventure and off-road motorcycle riding. What type of riding are you going to do? More street or more off-road? How well does the bike ride or handle off-road or street? Are you riding off-road technical trails or mainly fire roads? How much power do you want or need? How reliable is the bike you're getting? How far do you plan on riding? Can you put luggage/bags on the bike? How comfortable is the bike for longer rides? How big is the fuel tank, so you can ride further? What type of tires does the bike have? How many aftermarket parts are made for the bike? And the list goes on from there. That is what Oscar and I discuss in-depth, so listen in to get all the details. New Free Video Mentioned: Video-How to Remove the Gas Tank on an Indian MotorcycleTouring Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Paul Jungers Micheal Hartman of Sand Springs, Oklahoma James Parker Jonathan Hawley of Shiloh, Ohio Walt Novinger of Apache Junction, Arizona Brandon Southern of Kearney , Nebraska If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: James Petrie of Kenmore, New Yorl Michael Beckel Blake Byron Walker ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-229-Adventure & Off-Road Motorcycle Riding | Part 1 of 2
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This is part 1 of a 2 part series. In this episode, Oscar and I talk adventure and off-road motorcycle riding. We love our riding our Harley's cross country and that will certainly continue. But, we have an overall passion for all motorcycles and all types of riding. I'd have one of every sort of motorcycle if I could afford it. Check out my YouTube video titled: "I Just Bought & Rode My First Adventure Motorcycle? Am I Hooked?" Several of us here at Law Abiding Biker™ Media have been getting into adventure and off-road motorcycle riding, so we wanted to talk about it. We know that many listeners also ride street and off-road motorcycles. We talk from a perspective of what it's like getting into this sort of off-road adventure riding and we are by no means experts. We are learning as we go and having a blast. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Adventure motorcycle riding allows you to explore well beyond those paved roads and opens up many possibilities. Like street motorcycles, there is a ton to learn and know about adventure motorcycles and that is what Oscar and I try to break down in this podcast episode. There are different terms for these types of motorcycles such as adventure, off-road, dual-sport, or enduro and that can be confusing and overwhelming when getting started. And, these terms can cross-over into each other is what I've come to learn. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! There are so many questions to be asked when getting into adventure and off-road motorcycle riding. What type of riding are you going to do? More street or more off-road? How well does the bike ride or handle off-road or street? Are you riding off-road technical trails or mainly fire roads? How much power do you want or need? How reliable is the bike you're getting? How far do you plan on riding? Can you put luggage/bags on the bike? How comfortable is the bike for longer rides? How big is the fuel tank, so you can ride further? What type of tires does the bike have? How many aftermarket parts are made for the bike? And the list goes on from there. That is what Oscar and I discuss in-depth, so listen in to get all the details. New Free Video Mentioned: My New Favorite Progressive Motorcycle Riding Shoes For Now! Biker Approved! Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Dane Axen of PENDING Larry Thrapp of Hooks, Texas Darrick Williams of Keizer, Oregon Grant Bresly of Des Moines, Iowa Scott McFarlin of Clio, MI Dan Peliska of Mountain Iron, Minnesota If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Andrew Justice Louis Hronek of Canoga Park, CA Vincent ViVenzio ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-228-Winterizing Your Motorcycle-Best Practices
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com There are many misconceptions about what to do when winterizing your motorcycle and we are going to clear it up in this podcast episode & article. It's actually a very easy process and easy to do. (Some links/pictures are affiliate links. No additional cost to you, but if you click through and make a purchase we get a small commission. It helps support us) Battery When winterizing your motorcycle, you don't need to remove the battery if you don't want to as it's just extra work. Unless there is no power where you store your motorcycle. Whether the battery is on or off the bike, make sure you plug the battery into a reliable "float" charger/maintainer/tender that reads feedback voltage from the battery and tops it off as needed. Don't use a "trickle" charger that constantly feeds a small amount of current to the battery nonstop as that will overcharge the battery. Check out this article and video I did on Lead Acid vs. Lithium-Ion batteries Get a battery tender here Don't start your engine up every now and then to "warm it up" after winterizing your motorcycle This is a very common mistake and we already released podcast episode #130 going over the reasons not to do this in detail. A cold start is hard on the engine. Understand, that if you aren't running the engine under load up to full operating temperature, moisture condenses out of the air into places water doesn't belong. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Unless you are planning on going for an actual decent ride to burn off moisture and charge that battery up, then you are better off just not starting it at all. Further, when it's cold outside the gasoline is less likely to evaporate. Your motorcycle purposely runs "rich" and compensates for this initially by adding more gasoline to the air-vapor mixture. That's the problem, you're actually putting extra fuel into the combustion chamber to make it burn and some of it can get onto the cylinder walls. Gasoline is a great solvent and it can actually wash the oil off the cylinder walls if you run your motor in those cold idle conditions for an extended period of time. Over time, that can have a detrimental effect on the lubrication and life of things like piston rings and cylinder liners. This can have a serious effect on the overall operating life of your motorcycle engine. Don't drain your fuel tank Leave the fuel tank full when winterizing your motorcycle and add a quality fuel stabilizer additive. If you empty the tank it's vulnerable to corrosion and dried out seals. For carbureted bikes, be sure to turn the petcock off and drain the carb bowls. Get fuel stabilizer here Check your antifreeze on water-cooled bikes Just check the anti-freeze and make sure that it is not all water or that it has too high of a watery consistency. You can use a simple affordable Anti-Freeze Hydrometer to test what temps your anti-freeze is good for. Get an Anti-Freeze Hydrometer here Use a good quality tarp or cover when winterizing your motorcycle. If storing your motorcycle indoors, then a good quality dust cover will do. If outside, then a completely waterproof and breathable motorcycle cover is recommended. Make sure the outdoor cover fits well and will not blow around in the wind and rub the paint on your bike. The cover needs to breathe to allow any moisture inside the cover to escape. Get a motorcycle cover here on Amazon Get a motorcycle cover here on Revzilla Tire pressure Before putting the motorcycle away, check the tires for proper inflation with a quality tire pressure gauge. Don't worry about flat spots forming on your tires from sitting. Rumors such as these are from the days of bias-ply car tires, which could form a flat spot overnight. Modern motorcycle tires will not form flat spots like that. Get this awesome tire pressure gauge in our online store here Oil Change If your regular oil change is due at the time you are winterizing your motorcycle then certainly change your oil & filter out before storing your motorcycle. But if it's not due, then just store it with the same oil in it. Certainly, change your oil if are going to store the motorcycle for a very long period of time & not just for the winter months. Check out our Harley, Indian, and Victory oil change and maintenance videos here Clean your bike Make sure you clean and detail your bike before you store it. You don't want all those bugs, road grime, and grit working away at your paint. Plus, it will be super hard to get all that grime off in the spring after storing your bike. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Give your motorcycle a good wash and wax before storage. Below are the cleaners we use exclusively on our bikes here eat Law Abiding Biker™ Media. They have been tried and tested by us for many years. Get Bugslide and Bike Brite cleaners in our online store here NEW TUTORIAL VIDEO RELEASED: How to install Harley brand heated grips on any Harley-Davidson motorcycle Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Karen Cavin of El Paso, Texas Jim Patty of Marina, CA Joel Botello of Sugar Land, Texas Jeremy Pruitt of Carmen, Oklahoma Nicholas Styant-Browne of Kirkland, WA John Eversole of Comanche, Oklahoma Bob Huneke of Wildwood, Missouri Tad Nicol of Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada Thomas Bennis of Middleport, PA If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-227-The 2020 Harley Lineup & The Softail Low Rider S
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Harley-Davidson just released their new line-up and models for 2020. The show steeler is the new Softail Low Rider S with the 114 Milwaukee-Eight engine. It's a light little bike with a powerful motor. It has an adjustable mono-shock in the rear with inverted front forks for added handling and performance. It also has dual front disc brakes. They reduced the rake by 2 degrees for added handling. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Harley is also working on the new concept and future bikes. The Pan America will be their first adventure-style bike and is set to release sometime in 2020. The Streetfighter is a future style sport style bike ready to carve up the streets. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Listen in to this podcast episode as Lurch and I explain the 2020 Harley lineup and tell you what you need to know as a consumer. Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Jeff Dietz of Lakewood Ranch, Florida Liam Standish of Terrytown, Louisiana David Boswell of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Buddy Pike of Shawnee, Kansas John Connors of Watervliet, NY Paul Spencer of Truckee, California Chris Bernhardt of Spring Valley, New York Josh Lopshire of Battle Creek, Michigan Clay Norman of Fort Worth, Texas If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-226-Joining The Sworn Few LE Motorcycle Club & Riding a Non-Fairing Bike To The Grand Canyon
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, I have "Cowboy" on a mic along with Popeye. In a past episode we really got to know Cowboy. Now I get to dive in deeper. Cowboy talks about why he chose to originally prospect for the Sworn Few Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club over all the other clubs out there. Now a full-patch member of the SFMC, he talks about the process and what he really likes about this motorcycle club. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE The Sworn Few LEMC is about riding cross country for thousands of miles and not just standing around at events. Cowboy knew this but had never actually ridden a motorcycle this far before. He chose to give it a shot on a Harley without a fairing and he paid the price in many ways. But, that didn't stop him from completing the entire trip and he got to see the Grand Canyon with us among so many other awesome things. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Cowboy shares his experience of his first very long-distance motorcycle trip and there are some funny stories baked in, so take a listen. Sponsor-Ciro 3D Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: John Hadpadungvongs of San Francisco, CA Liam Standish of Terrytown, LA Steve Greenway of Wisconsin Darren Ward of Wichita, Kansas Erik Olsen of US military assigned to Germany Anton Skvortsov of North Bergen, NJ Bryan Harroun of Sacramento, CA david Leroy Gerken of ?? David Smith of El Centro, California If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-225-Biker Talk With Guest Cory Bernaiche-Cowboy Up!
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This is an awesome biker talk podcast episode. Yup, it's bikers sitting down and talking about biker stuff. I had guest Cory Bernaiche, "Cowboy" on the mic. You may know Cory as he's been active inside the Patron Member only Private Facebook Group. If your not an exclusive Patron Member of Law Abiding Biker Media then you're missing out! Sign up as a Patron Member and get benefits such as T-shirts, stickers, private Facebook Group access, access to live video broadcasts with live chat, get podcasts early, access to our premium tutorial videos, and access to meet-ups and ride events! SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE We talk about things such as Cory's motorcycle background, his association with the Sworn Few Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, our Grand Canyon motorcycle trip, and a whole bunch more. Whatever came to our minds we talked about and it was a great time we had in this "biker talk" episode! CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Install Ciro 3D Fang LED Lighted Vent Trim on Harley Road Glide-Review Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Frankie Martinez of West Palm Beach Florida Mike Mackinnon of Show Low, AZ Robert Debats of Valparaiso, IN James Rae of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada Thomas Meyer of Lincoln, Nebraska Michael Abernathy of Wilsonville, OR Ronnie Bugh of Ewing, Missouri Donald Cross of Culpeper , Virginia Michael Taylor of Memphis Tennessee If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-224-Ruffians Motorcycle Club Interview-Freemasons-Guest Dave Poss
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com I had the privilege of interviewing Dave Poss, who is the Vice President of the Ruffian's Motorcycle Club. The name "Ruffians", may throw you off a bit so you'll have to listen in to this podcast episode to understand what's up with the name. This is a law-abiding biker club comprised of "Master Freemasons", which is the top degree earned within that organization. However, it's not good enough to just be a Freemason to join and be accepted into the motorcycle club. The Ruffian's Motorcycle Club has a traditional structure and you'll have to do some hanging around and prospecting before you may be voted in as a full member. The pillars of the Ruffian's Motorcycle Club are brotherly love, relief, and truth an each is explained on their website. On the back of the Ruffian's vests, they wear a top rocker stating their club name, a center patch/logo, and to the right of that, a number representing their place/lodge within the Freemasons. Printed on the Ruffian's Motorcycle Club website is the following: We are a group of Master Masons that ride motorcycles. Our goal is to spread brotherly love of all Masons wherever we ride. We strive to act as Masons, and treat all by the square and level. We attend charity events and by our actions spread the word of Masonry wherever we ride. Visit the OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE RUFFIAN'S MOTORCYCLE CLUB HERE. Check out all our Law Abiding Biker Podcast club interviews here! New Free Video Mentioned: Harley Boom Audio Sena 20S EVO Wireless Bluetooth Headset Software Update-Tutorial Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Skyler Pierson of Moscow, Idaho David Andreotti of Auburn, WA Don Reimert of Newport News, Virginia Randy Toews of Palm Bay, Florida Mike Conley of Remington, IN Ken Middleton of Trumbull, Connecticut Danny Decker of Grapevine, Texas John Herzog of Beaver Falls, PA Steve Karpstein of Battle Ground, WA If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Steven Stratton of Stockton, CA Krzysztof Franczak of Józefów Poland Jerry Bryant William Jones of Marcellus, New York Michael Kennard of Yakima, Wa John Gilbert of Mariposa, California ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-223-What happened at the Eastern Law Abiding Biker Meetup Event?
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Listen in as I have special guest and patron member, Russell Roberts, on a mic. We go over the inside details of how the first-ever Law Abiding Biker member to member meetup and ride event went. Law Abiding Biker personnel were not involved with this event and this was patron members meeting patron members. This was all organized in the private Law Abiding Biker Facebook group that can only be accessed by patron members. This is a troll-free zone and is just but bikers helping and connecting with other bikers. There are all sorts of other small rides and meetups between members going on all the time in that group! There's no better time to get signed up as an Official Patron Member! SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE There was a group ride organized for the event on June 22, 2019, that went from North Carolina to Tennessee. Some highlights were riding the Great Smokey Mountains National Park and the Tail of the Dragon! Many stops were made along the way for bonding time amongst fellow bikers and photo opportunities. Many of those pics are posted in the private patron member-only Facebook group. The group ride ended at a private residence that had been rented in Tennessee. There was plenty of food, drinks, and activities. There was plenty of bonding time and many new friends were made at this event. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! This member meetup was just 4 days after we held the Official Law Abiding Biker Ride and Meetup Event in Salt Lake City, Utah on June 19, 2019. This main meetup and ride event involved the Law Abiding Biker crew and we love meeting up with members and getting to know them better. New Free Video Mentioned: New 2020 Harley Models-The Good, The Bad, & The Softail Low Rider S? Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Tristan Mann of Graham, North Carolina JD Reyes of Grain Valley, MISSOURI T.B. Byrne John Schomaker of Bloomfield, CA Michael Owens of ?? Jim Eull of Zimmerman, MN Bernie Adkins of Elgin, South Carolina James Beal of Lacey, WA Albert Scott of Norfolk, Virginia If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Keith Bentley of Brookeland, Texas Ian Campbell of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Verne Purkey of Winchester, California Joe Whitehouse of Louisville, Kentucky Richard Hallowell Scott-Bryning Enterprises of PENDING Timothy Hiller Darrence Lovejoy of Charlotte, North Carolina Edward Nekel ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-222-Why I Rode My Indian Instead of my Harley Cross-Country-Deep Thoughts
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com I have Rick "Big Daddy" Kane in the studio for this episode. He owns both a Harley-Davidson Road Glide and an Indian Chieftain Limited. This year, Big Daddy decided to ride his Indian Chieftain on our 8-day, 7-State, 3,000-mile motorcycle trip instead of his Road Glide. He has ridden both these motorcycles on very long road trips now and is certainly qualified to give his opinion and thoughts. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE This is not an episode of Harley vs. Indian. Big Daddy is very unbiased and loves both his Harley Road Glide and Indian Chieftain, which is why he owns both of them. He has some good and bad things to say about both motorcycles. Neither bike is perfect and each offers some different things. It is really up to each rider to consider what is most important to you personally and then choose a touring bike. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Big Daddy goes over many things in this episode. He likes the stock rear suspension on the Indian Chieftain over the Harley Road Glide. But he likes the gas mileage of his Harley much better. He says his Indian is a real "gas hog". This is only one of many things he discusses. At the end of the episode, Big Daddy reveals his favorite motorcycle for riding long distance and locally, so you'll have to listen in to find out! NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Best Harley LED Headlight Bulb + Indian-Rivco H4 Halogen to LED? Night Riding! Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Steven Cox of Redmond, WA Jimmi Gerval of Yeronga, Australia Rick Wheeler of Brunswick, Ohio Greg Mathison of Orlando, Florida Mark Phipps of Thermopolis, Wyoming Brad Martin of Indianapolis, IN SUR Mike of Kannapolis, North Carolina Cory Roering of Osakis, Minnesota Thomas Henry of Washington D.C. If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Gary Cicale of Plaistow, New Hampshire Thomas Baker Kenneth Middleton ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-221-Sturgis 2020 Here We Come! Patron Member Meetup Details!
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com The Law Abiding Biker Crew has decided we will be heading out for a long group motorcycle ride in 2020 and we'll ultimately end up in Sturgis for a few days in August for the 80th anniversary! Quite a few of the guys from LAB will be coming and we're really looking forward to this. Sturgis 2020 here we come! Additionally, we'll be hosting our yearly Law Abiding Biker™ Media group motorcycle ride and meet up event with our beloved Patron Members on Thursday, August 13th. You must have been a mid-level or above Patron Member for 3 months prior to the meet up on August 13th. That means you must have been signed up as a mid-level Patron or above by May 13, 2020 to be eligible for the meetup event. You also must officially sign up for the event with us and get confirmation. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Of course, the actual times, locations, and details of the Official Patron Member Ride and Meetup at Sturgis 2020 are only for those eligible Patron Members that get signed up by the deadline of June 1st, 2020 by midnight PST. Details on how to sign up to attend the event will eventually be posted in the Private Patron Member Only Facebook Group, so check there. We will also be announcing more information on future podcast episodes. The Official Patron Meetup Event and Ride will not be in Sturgis 2020 itself due to the very large crowds. It will be somewhere outside of Sturgis but fairly close and those details are for the confirmed and attending members only. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! The last time the Law Abiding Biker™ Media Crew rode to Sturgis was for the 75th Anniversary back in 2015. We are taking some of the same routes we did before on the way there, but also some new ones. Yes, I'll be filming a brand new motorcycle documentary film, focusing on our journey to and from Sturgis 2020 and of course while at the large event itself. Check out my current motorcycle documentary films here! We hope to see you at the meetup event and ride! We love meeting our members! NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Install Horizon LED Windshield Trim on Harley Road Glide-Ciro 3D Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Phillip King of Fairview, Tennessee Ian Campbell of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada David Pierce of Jacksonville, FL Jason Sokoloski of Iron Junction, Minnesota Bart Howell of Lehi, Utah Jeff Brunk of Mooresville, INDIANA Josh Naylor of Unknown Jacob Reihl of Romeoville, IL Nor Riszuan of Singapore If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Daniel Willis of Chesterfield, VA Robert Schwenk of Maple Ridge, BC Paul Philips of Alhambra, CA Jeff Kowaleski of Port Hope, MI Benjamin Lewis of Lancaster, South Carolina Michael Chambers of Tacoma, WA ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-220-Grand Canyon Motorcycle Road Trip-Part 2 of 2
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This is part 2 of a two-part series and is all about our 2019 Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. In June 2019, members of Law Abiding Biker™ Media along with members of the Sworn Few LEMC embarked on an 8 day 3000-mile 7 state cross-country motorcycle trip. This trip would take us out of Washington State and into Idaho, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, & Arizona. We stayed over in cities such as Twin Falls, Idaho, Boise, Idaho, Jackson, Wyoming, Salt Lake City, Utah, and St. George, Utah. There will be a motorcycle documentary film released later this year on this entire trip and experience! SEE ALL LAW ABIDING BIKER MEDIA DOCUMENTARY FILMS HERE! In the middle of our Grand Canyon motorcycle trip, we met up with our beloved Patron Members in Salt Lake City, Utah for an entire day. Our Patron Members support us financially, so we can help as many bikes as we can worldwide. Of course, our Patron Members get benefits and exclusive access such as meetups like this. The local Patrons had an awesome day planned for a very large group. We all met up in the morning and they took us on a beautiful day ride. We all had plenty of time to visit and get to know each other on a more personal level. We ended the day at a private location where the Patron Members enjoyed a catered dinner by Law Abiding Biker Media!. We ate, drank and visited and it was a great time. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE There were quite a few raffle items donated! We want to thank Ciro 3D, Bike Brite, Bugslide, Rickrak, and Cruz Tools for donating items and for sponsoring this great event. We carry all these items in the Law Abiding Biker Store! We visited many places and saw a ton of great country on our Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. We stayed at some good and not so good hotels and motels. We ate at some good restaurants and some bad ones. We experienced good and bad weather and a few of the bikes experienced some mechanical problems that had to be fixed. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! We had some very funny times as a group and made memories that will last a lifetime. Everything that happened shaped the trip in some way. Listen in as we tell all the stories of this Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. We also share tips and tricks to assist riders who may be thinking of an extended road trip. NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Harley Travel Tool Kit & Items I Carry for Touring on my Motorcycle Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Craig Merrill of Kitty Hawk North Carolina Clayton Dobbs of Colorado Springs, Colorado Don Roeber Hill Hampton of Payson, Arizona Aaron Young Edward Quinlan of Waynesville, Missouri David DeLain of Vancouver, WA Jeff Saul of Westville, New Jersey Tripp Wooten of Fort Mccoy, Florida If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: David Prichard of Chipley, Florida Erick Seltmann of Madison, AL Substantial Donation James Petrie of Kenmore, NY ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-219-Grand Canyon Motorcycle Road Trip-Part 1 of 2
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This is part 1 of a two-part series and is all about our 2019 Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. In June 2019, members of Law Abiding Biker™ Media along with members of the Sworn Few LEMC embarked on an 8 day 3000-mile 7 state cross-country motorcycle trip. This trip would take us out of Washington State and into Idaho, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, & Arizona. We stayed over in cities such as Twin Falls, Idaho, Boise, Idaho, Jackson, Wyoming, Salt Lake City, Utah, and St. George, Utah. There will be a motorcycle documentary film released later this year on this entire trip and experience! SEE ALL LAW ABIDING BIKER MEDIA DOCUMENTARY FILMS HERE! In the middle of our Grand Canyon motorcycle trip, we met up with our beloved Patron Members in Salt Lake City, Utah for an entire day. Our Patron Members support us financially, so we can help as many bikes as we can worldwide. Of course, our Patron Members get benefits and exclusive access such as meetups like this. The local Patrons had an awesome day planned for a very large group. We all met up in the morning and they took us on a beautiful day ride. We all had plenty of time to visit and get to know each other on a more personal level. We ended the day at a private location where the Patron Members enjoyed a catered dinner by Law Abiding Biker Media!. We ate, drank and visited and it was a great time. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE There were quite a few raffle items donated! We want to thank Ciro 3D, Bike Brite, Bugslide, Rickrak, and Cruz Tools for donating items and for sponsoring this great event. We carry all these items in the Law Abiding Biker Store! We visited many places and saw a ton of great country on our Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. We stayed at some good and not so good hotels and motels. We ate at some good restaurants and some bad ones. We experienced good and bad weather and a few of the bikes experienced some mechanical problems that had to be fixed. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! We had some very funny times as a group and made memories that will last a lifetime. Everything that happened shaped the trip in some way. Listen in as we tell all the stories of this Grand Canyon motorcycle trip. We also share tips and tricks to assist riders who may be thinking of an extended road trip. NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Progressive Motorcycle Gear I'm Testing on a Long Road Trip Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Anthony Angeletti of Billings, Montana Down Downing of Platte City, Missouri Peter Rocco of DeBary, Florida Charles McGregor of Channelview, Texas Loren Faulknham of Norwich, New York Earl Hadsall of Versailles, Illinois Mohammed Teleb of Dubai, United Arab Emirates Aaron Agmata of Waipahu, Hawaii Rick Cohen of Seattle, WA If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Krzysztof Franczak of Józefów, Poland CHARLES AAGAARD of Janesville, Wisconsin Charles Hughes Micheal Moreno ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-218-Run for the Wall-Behind the Scenes Look!-Should you do it?
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com The Run for the Wall event and organization's mission is to promote healing among ALL veterans and their families and friends, to call for an accounting of all Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action (POW/MIA), to honor the memory of those Killed in Action (KIA) from all wars, and to support our military personnel all over the world. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE I have "Goat" on a mic for this episode as he is a veteran and actually rode the entire event this year! He has some great insight and tips for you. If you've ever wondered about this event and whether it's for you then this is the podcast episode to tune into. Goat shares some very special stories. The organization's philosophy is to maintain a safe, supportive and private atmosphere in which all participants can reflect and heal on their journey to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, in the hope they can return home to a new beginning. The Run for the Wall event is a 10 day cross-country motorcycle ride from Ontario, CA to Washington DC, covering around 3,000 miles and crossing through 9 states. But, you can join at any time from your location if registered. There are 4 routes to choose from and it is common for the event to have over 1,000 riders. The ride ends in Washington DC at the Vietnam Memorial. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! The 2020 dates for Run for the Wall are May 13–23, so get registered and support a great cause! NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: So Cool! Motorcycle Cell Phone Holder for Harley & Metric! Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Stuart Hartvikson of Lawton, OK Rick Baena of Sun City, AZ Bill Schreiber of Milan, TN David Crowell of Louisville, KY Jacob Kliethermes of Union, Missouri Larry Ardison of Cibolo, Texas Jeff Smith of Galloway, Ohio Darrell Hareod Jenks, Oklahoma Christopher McAteer of Wimberley, Texas If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Krzysztof Franczak of Józefów, Poland JOHN GILBERT of Mariposa, CA Richard McDermed of Oxnard, CA Martin Blazko of Kipfenberg, Germany Rick McDermed of Oxnard, CA Carl Raymond ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-217-Gold Star Ride Foundation With Guest Anthony Price
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Take a listen as I have a conversation with Anthony Price, executive director, of the Gold Star Ride Foundation. In 2018, Anthony did a single motorcycle ride spanning 18,000 miles, 44 states, 56 days of solid riding, and made contact with more than 60 Gold Star families. Anthony wrote a book after this ride named, Yours, Very Sincerely And Respectfully. The Gold Star Ride Foundation honors our nation's fallen heroes by taking care of their families. And we deliver the goods in person. And we go on bikes. In 2019, Anthony did 4 Rides, thus far, spanning 16 states, more than 20 days, nearly 10,000 miles, and has made contact with more than 30 families. Gold Star Families are defined as those who have lost a loved one who is serving or who has served in our armed forces. The loss of life does not have to be in combat or while deployed. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Anthony says they help Gold Star Families in many different ways and it's tailored to their personal situation and needs. This is why Anthony meets in person with the families, to get a real feel of the history and situation. It can be helping a child with college fees or stocking cabinets with groceries. The foundation is just there to help any way they can. Anthony says privacy of the families is of the utmost importance and the foundation does not reach out to them. The families must contact the foundation to get things started. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! The Gold Star Ride Foundation will actively support, comfort, and provide education benefits to Gold Star Families throughout the United States and will provide these things directly with personal visits via motorcycle; and we will support those other organizations that work to assist in these same activities. We do the work that our fallen heroes would do if they hadn't fallen for all our freedom. Get Anthony's book here: (affiliate link) Yours, Very Sincerely And Respectfully New Free Video Mentioned: Check out my Police Harley Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: David Allred of Bolivia, North Carolina Hanse Gesell of Edison, New Jersey Bob Kennedy of Palm Coast, Florida Hugh Brannen of Guilford, Vermont Jeff Petty of Nottingham, PA Joshua Parrish of Camano, WA John Kiser of Arlington, Texas Dennis Meno of Largo, Florida Tom ?? of Oldtown, ID If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Steven Stratton of Stockton, CA Kevin Marrs of Versailles, Ohio James Petrie of Kenmore, New York Michael Neeley Jeff DuRocher of Rogers, Arkansas Mike Lockett ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-216-Harley Releases the 2019 Electra Glide Standard? Gem or Junk?
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Harley released their latest touring bike, the Electra Glide Standard, and kept it pretty low key. Harley is calling it the "dressed down dresser". It comes in at a cheaper option than the Street Glide, Road Glide or either of those "special" models. In this podcast episode, we break things down for you and what this new Harley is all about and who it may be for, so listen in. The 2019 Harley Electra Glide is basically a stripped down Street Glide and so that's what I am going to compare it to. The Harley Electra Glide starts at $18,999 and the basic Harley Street Glide starts at $21,289. The Street Glide special jumps up to a starting price tag of $27,089. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE The 2019 Harley Electra Glide Standard is an awesome and capable touring bike. I say that because I ride a 2018 Police Electra Glide every day for work. It is a highly capable bike and I think it's great that Harley made a regular public model here in 2019. Understand that the Harley Electra Glide lacks a stereo/infotainment system of any kind and there is just an empty open storage box in that location. It doesn't come standard with ABS brakes but hey can be added for $795. I strongly suggest you add ABS brakes if nothing else as they save lives. It also lacks a two-up passenger seat and passenger pegs but anything can be added based on your needs. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! I'll also mention, the Electra Glide has smaller wheels and the tires are thicker than the Street Glide. The windshield is tall and plain and it has the regular square rear brake/signal setup. You can only get this bike in black. All these things separate its look from the Street Glide a bit. The 2019 Harley Electra Glide comes with the very capable Milwaukee-Eight 107 motor. Yes, it comes standard with cruise control, which is a must for any touring bike. Harley has recently been making moves to appeal to a broader demographic of riders. I believe the 2019 Harley Electra Glide Standard is an attempt to grab riders who may now be able to get into motorcycle touring at a lower price point. The 2019 Electra Glide Standard is a cheaper price and stripped down but a very capable Harley touring model. It will be interesting to see how well this bike sells. Remember, that for close to $2,000 more than the 2019 Harley Electra Glide Standard you can get a Street Glide Standard, which comes standard with ABS brakes, a basic version of the Boom Box radio (4.3 non-touch screen), two up passenger seat, passenger pegs, and paint options. But, everyone's budget is different, so the Electra Glide may be the best option for many. You can always build this bike up how you want it. Listen in to this podcast episode as we break it down even further than this short article. NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Harley Davidson "Boom Box" Infotainment Tutorial-(GTS)-2019-Present & CVO Models! Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Chuck Charlebois of Webster, NY Guy Costa of Covington, LA Tylar Barr of Winlock, WA Adolphus Lester Jr of Griffin, Georgia William McCormick of Victorville , CA Drew Arnold of Lincoln, Nebraska Kimberley Luoto of Beaverton, Oregon Ed Arrasmith of Absecon, New Jersey Bob Spampinato of North Bellmore, NY If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Lenora Benekin Stephen Smith of Lees Summit, Missouri John Post of Flower Mound, TX Scott Gorman of Prescott, AZ Carnan Bergren of PENDING?? John Gilbert of Mariposa, California Krzysztof Franczak of Józefów Poland ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-215-August Announcements-Behind the Scenes-Information-Law Abiding Biker
We won't be releasing any Podcasts for the month of August. Don't worry, in September we will roll out new podcast episodes. We're not going anywhere. Later in August, we will likely do some Live Patron Member Only Video Broadcasts & Chat, so stay tuned if you're a member. We will still be releasing and working on a bunch of videos and other content for you in August on our YouTube Channel (Get Subscribed). I'll be in the studio working hard for you all. We're also going to take a breath to spend a little time with our loved ones. And RIDE of course!! We'll still be active in the Private Patron-Only Facebook Group. Get signed up as a Patron Member if you're not already! ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-214-Is Harley Really Voiding Your Milwaukee-Eight Warranty Unfairly?
Official Website: If you currently have or are considering purchasing a Harley-Davidson extended warranty plan at the time of purchase on a new bike with the Milwaukee-eight motor, you may reconsider now and into the future if things stay in their current state. If you are planning on adding specific performance upgrades, it may void both the two-year manufacturer's warranty and any 3 or 5-year Harley extended warranty you purchased, commonly referred to as an "extended service plan". These new strict warranty policies really only pertain to 2017 & newer Harley's with the Milwaukee-Eight motor. Those of us that own earlier models really haven't had to deal with what I'm about to reveal to you. (This is a guide only. Read the actual warranty paperwork for yourself.) SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE 60 Day Service & Warranty Registration (SWR) Let's first talk about the 60-day warranty rule, which is referred to as a "Sales & Warranty Registration" or "SWR". If within the first 60 days of your new Harley purchase you purchase Harley Screamin' Eagle parts and have them installed by a Harley dealership mechanic, all parts and labor will be covered during the two-year manufacturer's warranty and during any extended service plan you purchase. Also, all the parts and labor will be tracked under the vehicle identification number (VIN) and can be tracked for the life of the bike. It's as if the bike came from the factory with the parts. An example would be a Screamin' Eagle stage four install. You can often finance the Screamin' Eagle parts and labor at the time of purchase of your new Harley. Now, you can still purchase Harley Screamin' Eagle parts after that 60 days and have a dealership mechanic install them and your warranty will remain intact, however, only the 1-year Screamin' Eagle parts warranty will apply and labor will not be covered in the future if there is a related problem. Note: You can purchase a 3 or 5-year extended service plan, which attaches to the end of the two-year manufacturer's warranty. That means, if you purchased the 3-year extended, you'd be covered for 5 years. Likewise, if you purchased the 5-year extended, you'd be covered for 7 years. Then, as long as you don't exceed 75,000 miles you can renew your extended service plan for an additional 5-years for a total of 12 years risk-free engine work/labor. But, this all comes with a price tag of course. And a reminder that you've been forced to only use overpriced Harley parts. What Voids Your Harley Warranty? If you or anyone else besides a certified Harley dealership technician installs Harley Screamin' Eagle parts or any other brand performance engine parts on your Harley, any warranty you have is technically voided. We'll talk further about that later. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! As an example, and very technically speaking here, if you install simple aftermarket slip-on mufflers and an aftermarket stage-one air intake your two-year Harley manufacturer's warranty and any extended service plan you purchased is voided. Certainly, if a non-Harley certified dealership mechanic or you install a stage four kit of any brand, your Harley warranty will be voided. Further, if you or anyone else install an aftermarket electronic fuel injection (EFI) tuner, your entire Harley warranty is immediately voided. How Does Harley Decipher These Things? Some things are going to vary from dealership to dealership on how they choose to handle some of these issues and how they choose to treat their local customers. But first, what you need to know is that if you take your Harley to any dealership and they need to plug your Harley's engine control module (ECM) into their proprietary Digital Technician II software, it is going to automatically start reading things. If the software determines you have current EFI map/tuning changes in your ECM from an aftermarket non-Harley EFI tuner it will immediately & automatically send that info to the Harley servers and will be forever locked to your VIN. Thus, your entire Harley warranty will be voided! The dealership will plug your ECM into Digital Tech for simple things like flashing your Boom Box Infotainment system after adding a speaker and amp system or adding a Wireless Headset Interface Module (WHIM) for wireless Bluetooth headset pairing with you Boom Box. Or, they may need to read the ECM to diagnose fuel and/or air issues and many other things. Simple installs like aftermarket slip-on mufflers or an air intake will not be read by Digital Technician as those alone cause no changes to the ECM. On the other hand, EFI tuners do change the air/fuel settings in the ECM and so it can be read by Digital Technician. Dealerships do have some options on how they handle things. Essentially, the aftermarket mufflers and air intake are visual to a dealership and not read by Digital Technician, thus nothing is sent to Harley servers and a dealership mechanic can certainly just move along with business and not report such things. But, after adding an exhaust system and air intake you'd want to re-map your EFI for optimal performance anyways. You could consider paying the Harley tax for a simple stage one EFI download, which would not void the warranty. Or, you can continue and pay more Harley taxes by buying the Harley Screamin' Eagle EFI tuner, which is not as good as the Vance & Hines FuelPak 3 or others, and pay a Harley mechanic to install it for the sake of keeping your Harley warranty intact. These new strict Harley warranty issues are making customers very upset. So, it seems Harley is forcing customers to use their Screamin' Eagle parts exclusively and only allowing their mechanics to install them. And that is not sitting well with Harley's long time, once brand loyal customers. Many long-time loyalists are leaving Harley because of moves like this and other recent moves that leave their true paying customers very unhappy. Harley-Davidson tries to blame all these new warranty issues on the recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) pressures. Yes, Harley has had to make changes ordered by the EPA in the past several years as they are the big dog. I understand that, but to then take it as far as voiding a customer's warranty for simply installing slip-on mufflers or an air intake is extreme in my opinion & completely unnecessary. I can tell you that Screamin' Eagle EFI tuners, air intakes, and slip-on mufflers are the same as many other aftermarket options. Screamin' Eagle often times are not as good as other aftermarket options and always a higher price (the Harley tax). I certainly understand major engine work like a Harley stage four kit being installed and the requirement to use their parts and their mechanics to maintain a warranty. Those are major engine changes, but slip-on mufflers-really Harley? Note: If you are buying an used Harley from someone with a transferrable warranty, I'd make an appointment to have the Harley ECM plugged into Digital Tech to verify the warranty is intact prior to making a deal. I'll never buy another Harley Warranty! Make no mistake about it, Harley makes a large amount of money by pushing extended service plans at the time of purchase. Not to mention, now they're making you buy their parts and paying their mechanics. I've had Harley warranty's over the past years and I can remember only one time actually using it and it was a $200 bill. Most will tell you they've never used their Harley warranty. Harley would not be pushing these extended warranties if they were not making large amounts of money on them. I'll also mention, that is a testament to the high quality of a Harley when you buy it. Because of these new Harley warranty issues and them trying to force me not to work on my own bike, I'll never give Harley another penny for an extended warranty service plan ever again! If we all do that, it will send a very strong financial message to Harley that this is an unacceptable practice. I will continue to work on my own Harley and put the parts I want and not pay the Harley Screamin' Eagle tax. Harley riders buy a bike and then they customize it and personalize it with aftermarket parts to include their choice of exhaust, stage one air intake, and EFI tuner. And so many of us enjoy wrenching on our own Harley and we take great pride in such. It's been done this for so many years and this is one of the big draws for even purchasing a Harley in the first place. It's part of the Harley culture! Take those things away and Harley will continue to lose their very loyal core customers. 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Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Lenora Benekin Hill Hampton Billy Watson Juanita Avila of PENDING Kirk Weiss of Colorado Springs, Colorado Carlton McCarthy ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-213-Emergency Motorcycle Braking Techniques & ABS Systems-Practice Drills & Testing
Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, we talk about the proper procedures for emergency braking on your motorcycle. We go over both ABS and non-ABS systems in addition to linked braking systems. I had Oscar on a mic and we are both full-time Police Motorcycle Officers and train together. Additionally, I'm a Police Motorcycle Instructor. We go over some recent police motorcycle training we conducted on emergency motorcycle braking. Oscar rides a 2018 BMW Police R1200RT & I ride a 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and they act differently when emergency braking, but the techniques are the same. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Proper braking of your motorcycle in an emergency situation is likely the most important thing you can practice that can save your life out on the roads. The faster you can dump as much speed as you can to avoid completely or prior to an impact can't be stressed enough. The unfortunate thing is that so many riders have never gone out to a parking lot and practiced proper emergency braking techniques. Proper motorcycle emergency braking needs to be practiced routinely to stay sharp. We had several motorcycle brake related voicemails, so we really wanted to cover this topic. You can leave us a voicemail anytime right from your smartphone or computer and it may make the show! To test your motorcycle ABS system, simply find a safe place with a good clean surface and get going a little. Then slam on the rear brake. You'll hear and feel the ABS system engage on a Harley. It may be a little more subtle on a BMW or other metric bike. All riders should know what their ABS system feels like regardless of motorcycle make, so you are prepared and don't freak out if it happens in a real situation. Used Oil Analysis Note: We also discussed Oscar's recent used oil analysis (UOA) he sent to Blackstone LAB. He uses Amsoil and is going on 7,120 miles on an engine oil change on his 2013 Harley Ultra Limited and everything is looking good. He's going to keep going further and do another test later at around 10,000 miles. I've provided that UOA for your review if interested. Emergency Motorcycle Braking Procedures: We cover proper emergency threshold motorcycle braking in this episode such as applying 70% front brake to 30% rear brake. You should really get comfortable with your front brake as that is going to slow you quickly. Just using your rear brake is a very bad idea and alone won't stop you very quickly at all. Relying on it too much on the rear brake is a sign of a new or inexperienced rider. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Emergency Motorcycle Braking Drill: We also go over a simple and basic motorcycle emergency braking drill that you can practice. It's what we constantly practice as Police Motorcycle Officers. Find a safe parking lot with no gravel or major surface issues and set up a marked entry gate. You can use cones or any other marker. Then measure out 62' from the entry gate and put other markers at the end gate. You'll need a fair distance prior to the entry gate so you can get to the proper speeds. Start at 20 mph or below when going through the entry gate markers to start and get comfortable. Do not cover either the front or rear brake with your hand or foot. Make sure you are at a steady 20mph at the entry gate to start. Sit up, straighten and lock your arms, so you don't get pushed forward in the saddle when braking. After crossing the entry gate, hit the front brake 70% and the rear 30% trying to stay out of the ABS brakes and right on the edge of engaging them. If you don't have ABS then apply the same concept, trying to not lock up the rear or front tire. Shift down to first gear while emergency motorcycle braking. While braking, look in your mirrors as you would need to do on the actual roadway, so you can see what's coming up behind you and/or going to rear end you, so you can try to avoid it. When you brake fast it causes others behind you to react. Come to a stop before the second gate, putting only your left foot down and your right foot still on the rear brake. Still looking in your mirrors, start quickly and turn left or right as if to move out of the way of that car rushing up on your rear. It's called brake and escape. After you get comfortable, work your way up to a max speed of 40 mph. It's called the 40mph emergency braking drill and should be practiced often to stay sharp. You'll be amazed at how you will get better and better at this as you practice. It will give you much confidence. Have a partner watching that you are doing the drill correctly by not covering your brakes prior to the entry gate and that you are looking in your mirrors, shifting down, etc. If you ride two abreast with partners out on the road, then you should also practice the same drill while riding in this configuration. Of course, when you get stopped, one rider will turn out to the right and the other to the left. Riding with a partner side by side brings another dynamic to emergency braking and holding your wheel track is crucial. Emergency pair braking is for very advanced riders only. Listen in to this episode to get even more information and details. Now you have no excuse not to go practice. It could save your life! New Free Video Mentioned: Harley Boom Box WHIM Failed After 1 Year-Recall Coming? How to Fix Video 1 Video 2 Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Chris Reed of Sulphur, OK Rick Belieu of Clarkston, WA Michael Egres of Woodstock, GA Richard Trickel of North Ridgeville, OH Oscar Acevedo of Orlando, Florida Mark Lampert of Batavia, Illinois Scott Blackhall of El Centro, California Stephen Thompson (location unknown) Cody Oldfather of Fairbury, IL If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-212-Rider Gets Into Serious Motorcycle Accident-Biker Quits-Special Guest
Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com In this episode, I get the chance to dig deep into the mind of a biker, Brian, who had a serious motorcycle accident. Afterward, he got back onto his bike and rode, but could not rid his mind of the collision. He stopped riding and sold his motorcycle as a result. Oscar is in the studio with me and this is an awesome "biker talk" session. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE We get to learn about special guest Brian and his motorcycling history and background. He is a big supporter of Law Abiding Biker™ Media and I met him when we were just getting started 6 years ago. This was a live Patron member only video broadcast with live chat. There's no better time to sign up as an exclusive Patron Member and get benefits! It is an awesome community of motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Brian shares the motorcycles he has owned and sold in the past. Oscar and I join in and talk about some of our previous bikes as do the Patron Members in the live chat. The question is, will Brian ever get back onto a motorcycle and ride? You'll have to listen in to find out! New Free Video Mentioned: How to Install Ciro 3D Shock & Awe 2.0 on Your Harley-Davidson & How to use the Smartphone App Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Bob Metcalf of Murrieta, California Wally Paciorkowski Jr. of Mckeesport, Pennsylvania John Slice of Norcross, Georgia GERRY MOORE of Sioux City, IA Gregory Baxter of Saint Clair Shores, Michigan Tim Buyck of Baldwinsville, NY Lavelle Ollhoft of Lavelle Ollhoft Kenneth D Wealot of Lizella, GA Bill Cremer of Centerville, Utah If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Gary Zimmerman Cory Kaiser of Mercersburg, PA Krzysztof Franczak of Józefów Poland ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-211-Being the Daughter of a Career Law Enforcement Officer-Perspective-Special Guest Cheyenne Kane
Official website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, we speak with Rick "Big Daddy" Kane's oldest daughter, Cheyenne, who is in college. She brought this topic to my attention. She talks about what it's like growing up as the daughter of a law enforcement officer. Big Daddy is a career LEO and of course, oversees the Law Abiding Biker Store on the side. This episode is not necessarily just about motorcycles but I thought it'd be a great episode and give some insight to those, not in law enforcement. Plus, we get to pick on Big Daddy! SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Cheyenne has some great stories about growing up and how motorcycles help her dad cope with the stresses of being a LEO in this day and age. I think this rings true for many out there, regardless of industry. Motorcycles can be very therapeutic and release stress from everyday life. I believe that is one of the main reasons many of us ride. New Free Video Mentioned: Senseless Loss of Kittitas Deputy Ryan Thompson Sponsor-Ciro 3D CLICK HERE! Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation Sponsor-RickRak CLICK HERE The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution Forget those messy straps and bungee cords Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag New Patrons: Jeff Edmondson of Bellingham, WA Eric Roberts of Marion, Indiana Frank Morales of Visalia, CA Bradley Luepnitz of Punta Gorda, Florida Kent Maynard of Spring Hill, Florida Andrew Geyerman of Eagle Mountain, Utah Scott Siebel of Upper Saddle River, New Jersey Paul Denico of Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania George Bills If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: Kevin Chase of Franklinville, NY Carl Fisher of SEABOARD, NC Tony Carbone of Boynton Beach, Florida ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker
LAB-210-Why He Switched to a Harley-Davidson Trike & Real Biker Talk-Special Guest Rick Kane Sr.
Official website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This episode is just a plain "biker talk" as we dive in and get to know Rick Sr. better and hear some cool old biker stories. Rick Sr. is the father of Rick "Big Daddy" Kane, who oversees the Law Abiding Biker Store. There's nothing better than talking to wise old bikers who have been around to really see the industry change. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Rick has been riding motorcycles for a very long time and he reminisces of the many different makes and models he's owned. He been in a couple of motorcycle accidents during his years of riding, one being fairly serious. Because of that incident, Rick has had some physical limitations as he ages and riding a two-wheel motorcycle has become difficult. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! Rick recently decided to switch to a Harley-Davidson trike and it has been an entirely new experience for him. The beautiful thing is that Rick can keep riding with his knees in the breeze on his new Harley-Davidson trike. He even has some longer motorcycle road trips planned this year. At some point, I am going to ride and do a review of Rick's new Harley-Davidson trike and release that video on our YouTube channel. New Free Video Mentioned: Best Two Saddlebag Safety Bolts for Harley-Davidson Baggers. Sponsor-Ciro 3D Innovative products for Harley-Davidson & Goldwing. Affordable chrome, lighting, and comfort products. Ciro 3D has a passion for design and innovation. Sponsor-RickRa The Ultimate Motorcycle Luggage Rack Solution. Forget those messy straps and bungee cords. Go strapless with a RickRak quick attach luggage system & quality bag. New Patrons: •Todd Miller of Grinnell, Kansas •John Manolides of Federal Way, WA •Cade Solsbery of San Angelo, TX •Diane Denroche of (unknown) •Russell Foshee of Millbrook, Alabama •Brad Reis of Milford, Nebraska •Kurt Schindler of Morgantown, West Virginia •Slice Roberts of College Place, WA •Don Stringham of Centerville, Utah If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! There are benefits and there is no risk. Thanks to the following bikers for supporting us via a flat donation: •Michael Roberts of Walla Walla, WA •Melvyn Albiston •Kip Kyler of Olympia, WA ________________________________________________________ FURTHER INFORMATION: Official Website: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com Email & Voicemail: http://www.LawAbidingBiker.com/Contact Podcast Hotline Phone: 509-731-3548 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawabidingbiker Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawAbidingBiker