58: First Taste of the Milwaukee Eight




Loud Pipes! show

Summary: <p>In this episode of Loud Pipes! the guys circle back and talk about the new Milwaukee Eight.  But unlike <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rdubstudios.com/loudpipes/55">episode 55</a> where we talk about news articles about the engine, we - well Rich got a first hand impression.  The guys also talk about the Harley and the Davidson's series on the Discovery channel.</p><h3><strong>Patreon Update</strong></h3><p>We have made some reward changes.  Our private social network perk has moved to the $5 level and we grandfathered anyone that was supporting at the $1 level.  We also have been working on our <a target="_blank" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=811720&amp;patAmt=10.0&amp;exp=1&amp;rid=369736">Barber Shop reward</a>.  Please check out our <a target="_blank" href="https://www.patreon.com/rdubstudios">patreon page</a> for details on all our rewards.</p><h3>Milwaukee Eight - first ride impression</h3><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/ultra-limited.html">2017 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited</a></p><ul dir="ltr"> <li>Twin cooled 107 cu in Milwaukee Eight</li> <li>Matte grey and black</li> </ul><p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/low-rider-s.html">Dyna Low Rider S</a></p><ul dir="ltr"> <li>Screamin Eagle 110 cu in twin cam</li> <li>Rubber mounted</li> </ul><h3>Other topics</h3><ul dir="ltr"><li>Tesla announces a new model S -  <a target="_blank" href="https://www.tesla.com/blog/new-tesla-model-s-now-quickest-production-car-world">P100D</a>:<ul> <li>Can do 0-60 MPH in 2.5 seconds</li> <li>Has a range of 315 miles</li> <li>Its the 3rd fastest accelerating production car</li> </ul> </li></ul><h3>U-Turn:</h3><p>Harley-Davidson 2017 Lineup Changes:</p><ul> <li>Models discontinued:<ul> <li>Switchback</li> <li>Seventy-Two</li> <li>Fat Boy Low</li> <li>Electra Glide Ultra Low</li> <li>Road Glide Ultra CVO</li> <li>V-Rod -<em> rumors at this point nothing official.</em> </li> </ul> </li> <li>Street <a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/street-500.html">500</a>/<a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/street-750.html">750</a> now available with ABS, Smart Security System with hands-free, proximity-based security fob.  Each are a factory-installed option.</li> </ul><h3>EVENTS</h3><p>Upcoming events that one or more Loud Pipes! members plan to attend: </p><ul> <li>2017 Harley Davidson Open house September 22nd thru September 25th</li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.barbermuseum.org/events/barber-vintage-festival/">12th Annual Barber Vintage Festival (October 7th-9th, 2016)</a>   </li> </ul><p>Help keep the show AD free and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rdubstudios.com/donate">loudpipes.net/donate</a>.  <a target="_blank" href="http://patreon.com/rdubstudios">Patreon</a> 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.</p><p>Running time: 1 hour 15 minutes 22 seconds</p><p>Questions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the <a href="https://rdubstudios.squarespace.com/feedback2">Feedback page</a></p><p><a href="https://www.loudpipes.net/donate" rel="payment">Support Loud Pipes!</a></p>