77: The Fashionista Still Has an Iron Butt




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Summary: <p>We are once again joined by one of our past guests to get a update from her.  You guessed it, we have the Fashionista joining the show again.  Before getting an update from Deb we talk about what make a new motorcycle model.</p><h3>What makes a new new motorcycle model:</h3><ul> <li>Harley released the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/road-king-special.html">Road King Special</a> model, which we covered in past episodes and we cover a little more detail to setup the conversation.</li> <li>Indian released the Indian <a target="_blank" href="http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/roadmaster-classic-thunder-black">Roadmaster Classic </a>Model.  Indian removed the hard bags off the roadmaster and replaced them leather bags and a few other tweaks.</li> <li>Between the two models - we think Harley did a better job</li> <li>We relate these new models to what car companies would call a trim level.</li> </ul><h3>Fashionista Update:</h3><ul> <li>Visited Motorcycles of Charlotte on way back from Barber.  Deb will be going back to dealership in late spring test ride some BMW bikes.</li> <li>2 weeks ago Deb rode to Florida to do an article for April 2017 BMW Motorcycle Owners of America News Magazine.  Deb finds places off the beaten path places to visit and thing that might have been forgot or lesser known.  This trip was to Old Florida.<ul> <li>Started out in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Wakulla-Springs">Wakulla Spring</a>s, FL - 14 miles south of Tallahassee, FL. Is one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs.</li> <li>Next stop was Cedar Keys, FL - highly recommend as a place to go and relaxing.  Hugest claming since the 90's. </li> <li>Next stop on the trip was Crystal River, FL and was able to rub the belly of a manatee.  Which was on her bucket list.</li> <li>Last stop on trip was Mount Dora, FL - Cool little town, motorcycle friendly and a lot to do.</li> <li>Total trip miles about 1200 miles.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Heading back to Florida for the first week of Daytona bike week.  Will be attending the super cross racing.</li> <li>Cold weather riding -<ul> <li>BMW Under layer suite</li> <li>Olympia Expedition all season suite</li> <li>Place hand warmers in all pockets to help keep warm</li> <li>New Boots - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sidi-gavia-gore-tex-boots?utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=yahoo&amp;utm_campaign=Text-Vendor%20Tail-SIDI%20Boots-Footwear&amp;utm_content=32659540563&amp;utm_term=sidi%20gavia%20gore%20tex%20boots%7C409%7C25058614">Sidi Gavia Gore-Tex Boot</a>s - Great boot as feet never got cold</li> </ul> </li> <li>Packing for Long Trips:<ul> <li>Saddle Bags</li> <li>Dry Sacks 35 liters with Rok Straps</li> <li>Have a bottle of wine, glass, and opener with her.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Nice tent, which has a living area and an area to allow you to wrench <a target="_blank" href="https://redverz.com/motorcycle-tents/atacama-green/">redverz Atacama Tent</a> </li> <li>Will not be at Barber as she will be doing 50CC ride during late September - early October.</li> <li>Deb also started writing for <a target="_blank" href="http://modernmotomag.com/">Modern Moto Magazine</a>. Check it out!<ul> <li>Katie Fox owner</li> <li>Magazine is geared towards fashionable gear</li> <li>First article about how to pack and keep your fashion sense on road</li> </ul> </li> </ul><h3>7 + 1 Segment:</h3><p>We are starting a new segment thanks to Mike, who is part of the Riders of Loud Pipes group.  In our off-line social chat, Mike asked if money was no object what 7 bikes, cars, boats, etc would you have in your garage.  Then one project to work on.  We require at least 4 bikes on the list.  Here we go! </p><h3>Jon:</h3><ul> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sidi-gavia-gore-tex-boots?utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=yahoo&amp;utm_campaign=Text-Vendor%20Tail-SIDI%20Boots-Footwear&amp;utm_content=32659540563&amp;utm_term=sidi%20gavia%20gore%20tex%20boots%7C409%7C25058614">F3-S Daytona 500</a></li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/wrx/index.html">WRX</a> (have)</li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.atv.com/specs/yamaha/sport/2007/wolverine-reg/450-4x4.html">2007 Yamaha Wolverine 450 4x4</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/freewheeler.html">2017 Harley Freewheeler</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/supersport/models/yzf-r3">2017 Yamaha R3</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html">2017 BMW R1200 RT</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/bikes/classics/bonneville-bobber/2017/bonneville-bobber">2017 Triumph Bobber</a></li> <li>Project: 1972 VW Super Beetle</li> </ul><h3>Rich:</h3><ul> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/cvo-pro-street-breakout.html">HD CVO Pro Street Breakout</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.motusmotorcycles.com/mstr">Motus MST-R</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html">BMW S1000RR</a></li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/road-glide-ultra.html">HD Road Glide Ultra</a> (CVO - if available)</li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.ktm.com/us/mx/450-sx-f-1/">KTM 450</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.tesla.com/models">Tesla Model S P100D</a></li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.gmc.com/trucks/sierra-denali-pickup-truck.html">2017 GMC 1500 Denali</a> w/6.2 liter</li> <li>Project: HD 1943 WLC</li> </ul><h3>Rico:</h3><ul dir="ltr"> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/cvo-pro-street-breakout.html">HD CVO Pro Street Breakout</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.motusmotorcycles.com/mstr">Motus MST-R</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/supersport/models/yzf-r1">Yamaha R1</a></li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/roadmaster-thunder-black">Indian Roadmaster</a> (Have)</li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.motoguzzi-us.com/motorcycles/mgx-21-flying-fortress.html">MGX-21</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2018-dodge-challenger-demon-everything-we-know-so-far-news">Dodge Demon</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.tesla.com/models">Tesla Model S P100D</a></li> <li>Project: Indian/HD Rat Bike</li> </ul><h3>Deb:</h3><ul dir="ltr"> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html">BMW R1200RT</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html">BMW G310R</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/off-road/models/yz250x">Yamaha YZ250</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.suzukicycles.com/Product%20Lines/Cycles/Products/SV650/2017/SV650A.aspx">Suzuki SV650</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://imz-ural.com/motorcycles-view-all.html">Ural With side-car</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.zeromotorcycles.com/zero-ds/">Zero DZ ZF</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="http://www.lexus.com/models/RCF">Lexux RC-F Coupe</a></li> <li><a target="_blank" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_R1100RS">BMW R1100 RS</a></li> </ul><p><strong>EVENTS:</strong></p><ul> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/american-flat-track-charlotte-half-mile/">American Flat Track Race</a> - Charlotte, NC April 1, 2017</li> <li>Moto Vlogger Spring Mountain Ride - April 7, 2017 - Going to be staying in Pigeon Forge, TN.</li> <li> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.barbermuseum.org/events/barber-vintage-festival/">Barber Vintage Festival</a> - October 6th-8th, 2017 - Leeds, Alabama</li> </ul><p>Support the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting <strong><a target="_blank" href="http://www.rdubstudios.com/donate">loudpipes.net/donate</a></strong>.  <strong><a target="_blank" href="http://patreon.com/rdubstudios">Patreon</a></strong> 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 16 minutes</p><p>Questions or comments: feedback@rdubstudios.com or the <strong><a href="https://rdubstudios.squarespace.com/feedback2">Feedback page</a></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.loudpipes.net/donate" rel="payment">Support Loud Pipes!</a></p>