Summary: Another Week Another exciting Throttled episode!!<br><br> Of course we lead off with our riding adventures or misadventures of the week.<br> Kevin was a guest on the <a href="http://wheelnerds.com/e/roundtable-1478289140/">Motorcycle Podcaster Roundtable</a> hosted by the WheelNerds!!<br> Bike Reviews:<br><br> Larry got a change to ride a few Harleys and gives his thought on the bikes.<br> Sportster Roadster<br><br> Pro’s:<br> <br> * Exudes chrome, steel, and quality<br> * Engine is smooth, powerful, with plenty of torque. Pulled strong in 6th from 50 mph<br> * Shocks front and rear pretty good. Firm, but not jarring. Short wheelbase, milder rake, means more front to rear jiggles.<br> * Did I say the engine was smooth and powerful.<br> * Nice, somewhat subdued, exhaust tone.<br> * Strong brakes<br> * Feels quick and maneuverable<br> * Analog tach<br> * Mid position pegs not that uncomfortable as seat height is higher than usual sportster 30″<br> * Usual Harley self-cancelling turn signals<br> <br> Fun to ride.<br> Con’s<br> <br> * Uncomfortable seat-hard<br> * Wide pegs interfere with otherwise great lean angle<br> * Wide pegs interfere with putting leg straight down<br> * Small gas tank-3.3 gallons. Bigger than on some other sportsters, but not as big as the low or custom (4.5)<br> * Somewhat forward lean for seating, but not too bad<br> <br> 2016 (Rushmore mods) and 2017 street glide (Milwaukee 7)<br> 2016 street glide<br> Pro’s<br> <br> * Surprisingly maneuverable even at slow speed. Weight was not an issue for me-except when trying to back it on a very slight incline<br> * Smooth powerful engine.<br> * Comfortable seat and ride<br> * Slight amount of wind buffeting<br> * Maneuverable at speed as well<br> * Plenty of torque and pick up at speed<br> * Powerful brakes<br> <br> Con’s<br> <br> * Subdued exhaust tone<br> * Somewhat mushy front forks<br> <br> 2017 Milwaukee<br> The two things that stood out was the smoother, even more tractable engine with a nicer exhaust tone, especially at idle and<br> <br> * Firmer suspension, especially in front, to the point where I could almost characterize it as a bit harsh. However I do not know what the rear suspension was set at on the particular bike.<br> <br> Mail Call:<br><br> Email from Gary Turner!<br> Seat Reviews:<br><br> Larry and Kevin both give their initial impressions of their new seats.<br><br> News:<br><br> Check out the Husqvarna’s and KTM news:<br><br> <a href="http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2017-husqvarna-401-vitpilen/">401 Vitpilen</a><br><br> <a href="http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/husqvarna-401-aero-concept/">401 Vitpilen Aero</a><br><br> <a href="http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2017-husqvarna-svartpilen-401/">401 Svartpilen</a><br> <a href="http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/2017-ktm-1290-super-duke-r-first-look-review">1290 Super Duke</a><br><br> <a href="http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ktm-790-duke-prototype/">790 Duke</a><br><br> <a href="http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ktm/2017-ktm-390-duke-preview.html">390 Duke</a><br> <a href="http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/yamaha-t7-concept/">Yamaha reveals the T7 concept</a> (Thanks to Tom Austin)<br> <br> <br>
