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Loud Pipes!

RDub Studios, LLC.www.loudpipes.net
We aim to produce original content centered around all things motorcycles, automotive topics of interest, and firearm topics relating to ownership. New episodes generally released Tuesday noon eastern.
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108: Justin Webster - City Scrambler and More

Justin Webster is back in the house ( previously episode 75 ) to give an update on what he's been up to. The City Scrambler that we saw as a rough setup in January has been received very well in finished form and he took that to some bike shows, was featured by Bike EXIF , and more. The topics are many and this episode is all Justin and we parked all the other segments until next week. TOPICS City Scrambler - Honda CB 550 is done and we talk about the process to finish the bike Photo: Wren Salga...

Dec 04, 20171 hr 26 min

107: Are You Shadetree?

Are you shade tree and how do you feel about that term? We get into the definition and break down some of the stigma around the term shade tree. Mike from the Riders of Loud Pipes joins us for the conversation and other topics. TOPICS Shade tree defined: Urban dictionary , Wikipedia (official dictionaries simply define it as a tree that provides shade) U-Turn Eric on Facebook provides some additional detail on the Ducati V4 is the unique firing order vs other V4 engines He continues on with a qu...

Nov 20, 20171 hr 23 min

106: New Bikes from EICMA with Rogue Mogul

Tonight we open up the truck and see what has been rolled out from the 2017 EICMA show. WOW a lot has come out and we scratch the surface with our conversation with Moto-vlogger and member of the motonobodies - RougeMogul . EICMA News Ducati V4 Panigale Honda CB1000R Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe Yamaha Tracer 900 (FJ-09 replacement/upgrade) SuperCharged Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX with 200HP BMW K1600 Grand America Indian Scout FTR1200 Harley Sport Glide Moto Guzzi V85 U-Turn Rich got some feedback from listen...

Nov 14, 20171 hr 54 min

105: Boosted Bikes, Cold(er) Weather Gear, and Riding Robots

Rich and Jon talk about various topics this week and mix in some recent riding and plans for the future. We are looking for feedback and interest in a mountain meet up and ride event, send your thoughts to feedback@rdubstudios.com or the Feedback page NEW Topics Kawasaki teases a new supercharged model Could the new Suzuki Hayabusa be turbo charged? Refining some of our colder(er) riding gear with overpants Tour Master Overpants (Jon: winter/rain) Joe Rocket Phoenix Ion Pants (Jon: summer) Eneva...

Nov 04, 20171 hr 13 min

104: MPC Individual Trophy Delivery and a New Gold Wing!

First order of business is to bring Rico up to speed on the PA road trip. MPC individual trophy was delivered to Dangerous Dave during a dinner meet up at Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works Saturday mountain ride with Dangerous Dave, Zyon, and Chris all Riders of Loud Pipes! members New Gold Wing ! check out all the detail on this site U-TURN We clowned the Yamaha Venture for a 4700 rpm redline and decided to compare that to HD Harley-Davidson Street Glide (2018) makes 111 ft/lbs torque at 3,250 with...

Oct 28, 20172 hr 20 min

103: Ray Price Capital City Bikefest - Raleigh, NC

For this episode it is advisable to review the bikes below before or while listening. We often refer to them by name or number during this episode, so having the visual as you listen may be beneficial. Bike picture review Rico's Cousin joins us to pick Jon's brain about the show and pick our favorites. The gallery below has names and or numbers that were called out during the show. 395 397 361 139 - on the street 332 - turbo 75 65 48 597 586 - Elum Pick Rich - Flat Track Rico - Flat Track 217 - ...

Oct 19, 20171 hr 9 min

102: B.A.C.A Bikers Against Child Abuse

This episode has a more serious tone as we are joined by two members of the Iowa Chapter of B.A.C.A (Bikers Against Child Abuse). One of the Riders of Loud Pipes (Jebie) is a member of this chapter and wanted us to interview them. B.A.C.A Mission Statement FAQ Ammo (Security Officer) - 2009 Victory Jackpot Wrench (PR Rep) - 1997 Vulcan Classic (big bore kit and stroked) Only 1 Chapter in Iowa 2 years ago, now there are 6 U-Turn: AMD custom build competition closes America team at AIMexpo News Ro...

Oct 07, 20171 hr 6 min

101: Happy Jack Rides the Yamaha Venture

We are joined by a guest this week. Happy Jack is a moto-vlogger and recently had a chance to ride the new Yamaha Venture . We had a great time discussing the demo ride, his Harley, and the riding that he joined Jon and Rico on during the Homestead Hootenanny. 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 ...

Sep 29, 20171 hr 6 min

100: Three Year Anniversary of Loud Pipes!

We celebrate our three year anniversary with episode 100, recorded at the Thirsty Nomad Brewing Company in Charlotte, NC. Big thanks to all that rode out with us in person, Mike and Micah from the Riders of Loud Pipes! Shannon ( Apersv ) and Tracy who Jon met through Moto Amino, round out the crew at the brewery. We had some call in guests as well; Deb (The Fashionista Has an Iron Butt) , Bacon's Broken Bits , and Markus from the Riders of Loud Pipes (original First Five member). Larry from Crea...

Sep 24, 20172 hr 4 min

99: New Ducati V-4 and Flat Track Stats

We are one show away from hitting another major milestone, 100 episodes and 3 years doing the LoudPipes Podcast. Rich and Jon talk a little about plans for episode 100, some Yamaha news, and flat tracking racing. New Topics: Ducati's New V-4 Engine: Ducati unveils a new V-4 Desmosedici Stradale engine. Sound from Ducati's video and sound of outgoing Panigale Ducati has been running the V-4 engine in MotoGP for the last 10 years There was a very limited street bike in 2007 that was V-4, but this ...

Sep 14, 20171 hr 4 min

98: 2018 Harley-Davidson Softail Models with Larry from Creative Riding and Chris Wiggins

Episode 100 and our three year anniversary celebration will take place on Saturday September 9, 2017 @ around 1:30pm at the Thirsty Nomad Brewing Company . If you plan to be there in person, want to call in, or send a note or audio in advance please contact us on feedback@rdubstudios.com before Saturday please! Larry from Creative Riding joins us to discuss 2018 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles and brings in a ringer, Super Hooligan racer Chris Wiggins to join in the fun. Topics and links: Super Hool...

Sep 06, 20171 hr 30 min

97: 1776 Miles for Fish and Chips!

The gang is back in full force as everyone returns from vacation, classes, and riding. NEW Topics: While Jon was riding back from Robbinsville, NC in July with Broncoride, they did a motovlog with Jon about Loud Pipes Podcast, Check out his channel and the video . Jon took a trip to New Bedford, MA with Bobby ( Irishman80 ) from Moto Amino app. Main reason for trip was to get Fish and Chips from Gene's Famous Seafood , meet other Moto Amino members, and get a photo Total miles for trip: 1,766 To...

Aug 30, 20171 hr 24 min

96: Matthew Williams - New Motorcycle and Wrenching

Matthew Williams ( YouTube: ophbalance , Instagram: ophbalance ) returns as guest co-host to update us on his new motorcycle and some recent wrenching. TOPICS: Before we started talking bike, Matthew and Rich recall some terrible beers of PA and upstate NY: Milwaukees Best ICE , Keystone ICE , Schlitz , Kochs Golden Anniversary Matthew picked up a 2005 Honda VTX 1300 Took on the task of replacing a hybrid battery pack, pic 1 , pic 2 , pic 3 Suzuki Intruder is for sale, but we discuss replacing f...

Aug 15, 20171 hr 16 min

95: Spend my Money!

This week we introduce two new segments to the show, for times when we do not have an event, guest, or other original content style topic. The news roundup and spend my money segments proved to be good fun the first time out of the gate. New Roundup: Going forward, we plan to cover the news in a rapid fire style. One person will read the headline and summarize the story. Everyone else gets 60 seconds to respond and then on to the next topic. C an-AM 10th anniversary models Indian has big plans f...

Aug 09, 20171 hr 11 min

94: Triumph Bonneville Bobber and Ducati XDiavel S Test Rides

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 In this episode we talk about a couple of bikes Rich was able to get some seat time on. The guys give their input on the new Indian 2018 lineup. TOPICS: Demo Ride: Triumph Bonneville Bobber Ducati XDiavel S Riders of LoudPipes - Barber Shop member Mike takes th...

Aug 02, 201759 min

93: Moto-vlogging with Amp'd Moto and Indian Scout Bobber

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 In this installment of Loud Pipes! we are joined by a fellow friend/rider/moto-vlogger Amp'd Moto . Clocking in at almost an hour and half we got a little long winded for this one. TOPICS Amp'd Moto - Background 10ish years in the saddle and has ridden various ...

Jul 26, 20171 hr 27 min

92: #MotoPC2017 Champs!

Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate . Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated We celebrate our win of the 2017 Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge and close out Rich's time in California. TOPICS: Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge - 2017 Champs. Also, congratulations go out to Dangerous Dave Shupe for winning the individual rider challenge and ...

Jul 16, 201751 min

91: Bacon's Broken Bits and Wheels Through Time for Rico

So Jon and Rico make call to Rich last minute Saturday night and wanted to do a recording. Rich wasn't too surprised, but perhaps the California sun was getting to him. Bacon's Broken Bits joins us for this episode. He does a moto-vlog on YouTube , so check him out! Bacon also has a new bike, see the pic below or video . Wheels Through Time museum, Rico attends with Jon and others over the weekend. Join us in our Clubhouse to see all the pictures Rico took at the visit and all our other perks. Y...

Jul 11, 20171 hr 4 min

90: Mountain Riding and California Dreaming

Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate . Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated. Topics: Update on our riding for Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge Congratulations to the Motorcycle Men for their 100th episode! Garage Rich puts a new rear sprocket on the R6 Rich's Deuce gets new grips Jon's Spyder gets new exhaust !!! Rico installed a new ph...

Jul 09, 201743 min

89: Harley - Ducati Love Child

Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate . Patreon is our focus and is an ongoing support model. There is also a link for one time donations and support of any size is greatly appreciated. We welcome back brother Hogan as he's been dealing with other priorities and we get back to talking about what we love, motorcycles! Topics Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge update: First six letters have been drawn for week one and some riders have already scor...

Jun 24, 20171 hr 16 min

88: East Coast Moto Amino Meetup and 2018 Yamaha YZ450F

Due to some other commitments Rico was unable to join Rich and Jon. But the show must go on so the guys talk about the 1st East Coast Moto Amino meetup that Jon attend, the new YZ450F dirt bike, a new Ducati Scrambler, and much more. 1st East Coast Moto Amino Meetup: Was setup by Irishman80 back in February 2017 to have a meetup in Charlotte NC on June 10th 2017. Turned into a memorial ride due to a fellow rider that passed away after the announcement. Had assistance from other Moto Amino NC Mem...

Jun 18, 20171 hr 4 min

87: Suck Bang Blow and a BMW Six Pack

Deb Gasque joins us to discuss a six pack of BMW Motorcycles that she had a chance to test ride. Jon and Rich spent the weekend riding and hanging out with good friends BMW Motorcycles from a test ride at Motorcycles of Charlotte 2017 R nineT Scrambler 2017 R 1200 R 2016 R 1200 RS 2017 700 GS 2016 800 GS 2017 R 1200 GS Rich and Jon meet up with Deb, husband Bill, Zyon (Loud Pipes Rider), Stacy, Natalie (Jon's wife), and Natalie's Mom. Started at Suck Bang Blow and moved on to the Dead Dog Saloon...

Jun 11, 20171 hr 7 min

86: The Congregation Show and Autonomous Vehicles

Rich attended the Congregation Show in Charlotte, NC and that is the first major topic. We cover some recent news and then discuss the coming trend of autonomous vehicles and the systems that operate vehicles. TOPICS: The Congregation Show Prism Supply Co Dice Magazine Riders on the Norm Podcast Indian unveils a special Scout Harley is looking to build a plant in Thailand, but steel works are not happy We take a look at the insane pro stock drag motor from S&S Second big topic was autonomous...

Jun 02, 20171 hr 8 min

85: Moto Guzzi MGX-21 and Can-AM Spyder F3 Demo Rides plus Rico Joins the Road Hogs again

We have had all sorts of issues getting a show out lately and finally 85 is available. Two of our First Five riders, Markus and Rickard are making a ride to the northern park of Sweden and if there are other listeners in the area, reach out to use on the feedback line and we'll put you in contact with them. The destination is to a custom motorcycle show: http://www.custombikeshow.se/indexE.html Topics: Released Dyna Low Rider S demo ride video Rich rides the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress Jon...

May 27, 20171 hr 7 min

84: OBX Bike Week and Motorcycle Podcasters Challenge 2017

After a great show with the next generation, Jon is back on the hot seat to talk about his riding over the past few days. Jon met up with Rich and Micah for lunch on Friday at Hwy 55 Burgers. Then on Sunday Jon took a little ride out to Kitty Hawk, NC to meet-up with Dave and attend the OBX bike week. All in Jon rode 975 miles and is about to crack 13k on the Spyder. With two more weeks before the one year anniversary, will he crack 14k, 15k, or 16k? OBX Bike Week: Very SMALL turn out, perhaps d...

May 03, 20171 hr

83: Raising the Next Generation of Riders - Kids in the Studio!

The idea for this episode was to talk with our kids and get their perspective on motorcycles. So we talk with Rico's son Kahlum (12) and Rich's sons Bryce (8), and Cameron (6), which was not very hard to do once we turned on the mics! General details of the conversation: Bikes they have ridden / owned Razor MX350 electric dirt bike (originally Kahlum's and gifted to Bryce and Cameron) Motovox MBX10 mini bike (originally Kahlum's and gifted to Bryce and Cameron) Kahlum has ridden on Rico's Yamaha...

Apr 28, 20171 hr 13 min

82: MotoNobodies Meetup and the Wheels Through Time Museum

Rich and Rico grill Jon about his mountain trip with the MotoNobodies. The weekend trip for Jon was about 850 miles. The group was made up of the following moto vloggers: Cruiser Brewser Amp'd Moto Rouge Mogul Matthew Williams Wolf SPDFNTK (Jon) - Jon has done a video about the Loud Pipes Podcast . Jon has fixed the video as it was pointed out at the 6 minute mark the spyder engine was louder than Jon. The group had a hard time getting all connected with Senas and figured out after the trip that...

Apr 19, 20171 hr 19 min

81: Isle of Man and the TT with Benn Gilmour

You may recall from a prior episode where Rico caught a massive Yellow Fin Tuna. The captain and owner of that boat turned out to be from the Isle of Man, which then set the wheels in motion for this episode. Big thanks to Benn Gilmour for joining us and sharing what it's like on the Isle of Man and watching the TT . Please check out Jackpot Sport Fishing and look him up if you are in Costa Rica. Interesting tidbits from the conversation with Benn Benn's father had an RG500 GP bike and has been ...

Apr 16, 20171 hr 11 min

80: Motorcycle Racing, Harley Street Rod, and an ER visit

Catching up after some time off due to various reasons. We cover some motorcycle racing and various other topics. First Five Loud Pipes Rider Jebbie got himself a Yamaha Raider and we are super happy for him! We also welcome Roger Smith to the club house and appreciate the support. NEW TOPICS American Flat Track - we catch up on the first three races of the season and give our take on the season so far. Rules for this American Flat Track season Changes for the 2017 season New Indian Scout FTR750...

Apr 06, 20171 hr 26 min

79: Wymond Walkem from Walkem's Cycle Talking Vintage and Custom Motorcycles

To continue on with the vintage flavor we are joined by Wymond Walkem. Last episode we had Wymond's wife Devah on the show. Wymond is the restore man behind Walkem's Cycle . He talks about all the bikes he has restored and some details about restoring and custom bikes in general The best way to view Wymond's work is to visit his website indianrestorations.com and in you are near Toronto Canada stop by and say hi. :) EVENTS: American Flat Track Race - Charlotte, NC April 1, 2017 Moto Vlogger Spri...

Mar 18, 20171 hr 18 min
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