Law Abiding Biker | Street Biker Motorcycle Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the importance of motorcycle lighting and being seen.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists who are conspicuous are under-represented in crashes. A common complaint of street riders is that other motorists fail to observe them. Motorists who violate motorcyclists’ right-of-way frequently state, “I didn’t see him,” or “He came out of nowhere”.  A variety of recognized tactics exists to make motorcycles and their riders more conspicuous: lighting, surface color and size, and rider traffic strategy.  Using the high beam of a motorcycle’s headlight during the day also helps to prevent violations of the motorcyclist’s right-of-way, SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE Headlight modulators, which cause the light to alternate between a higher and a lower intensity during the day, also increase conspicuity.  Many modern street bikes are equipped with position running lamps in their front and/or rear turn signals. This

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Did you buy a new Harley-Davidson and want to know if you should use a Vance and Hines FP4 tuner or a Screamin' Eagle Pro Street tuner?  Well, you are in luck.  We recently installed Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle stage 1 intakes, exhausts, and Pro Street Tuners on two police Electra Glides for a local police agency.  Before I get into the tuner debate, let me tell you what Harley-Davidson intake and exhaust were chosen.  The agency decided to go with all Harley-Davidson parts.  They went with the Screamin’ Eagle Ventilator Air Cleaner Kit and the Screamin' Eagle High-Flow Exhaust System with Street Cannon Mufflers. The exhaust headers are made of stainless steel and are much lighter than the stock headers.  The difference in weight is very noticeable.  The heat shields attach to mounts that are secured to the headers with the typical hose clamp with a bolt through the heat shield.  While the resulting look isn't as clean the installation is much easier.   SU

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, I'm joined by Lurch and we give an update on the Law Abiding Biker Store We moved the Law Abiding Biker Store from Richland, WA to Union Gap, WA in June of 2023.  Rick "Big Daddy Kane" and Brian "Goat" White ran the store successfully out of Richland for years.  We can't thank them enough for their awesome work.  The plan was always to bring the Law Abiding Biker store up to the Yakima, WA area.  That plan came to fruition this year. We were fortunate enough to purchase a building in Union Gap, WA that is right on Main Street.  It's a great location for several reasons; it's centrally located between my house and Lurch's house, it has quick freeway access, and it's near shipping companies.  The address for the Law Abiding Biker Store is 3302 Main Street, Union Gap, WA 98903. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE The building had good bones but it was due for some much-needed love.  We stripped out all the old technology a

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, I'm joined by Lurch and we talk about my recent ride and review of the 2023 Indian Pursuit.  I give you an honest real-world review of it.  After a long wait, Indian finally set me a bike to review.  Most reviewers only ride bikes for a short time.  We took the Indian Pursuit on a weekend trip and put several hundred miles on it.  After all, the Indian Pursuit is a touring bike and the only way to truly test it is to tour with it.  My honest review will hopefully provide you with the information you need to decide if the Indian Pursuit is the bike for you.    SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE The Indian Pursuit is equipped with the PowerPlus liquid-cooled 108 ci engine. This engine was amazing as far as power and performance are concerned. This is a 1768 cc engine and it produces 122 HP and 129 ft lbs torque at 3800 RPM. I found this motor definitely comes alive at 3800 RPM and above. There is plenty of passing power

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Lurch and I test road the 2023 Road King Special and Breakout when we attended the Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary celebration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  Harley hooked me up with the Breakout.  I believe this is an underrated bike and wanted to review it.  Lurch was given a Road King Special to ride.  As he says in this episode, he needed A touring bike to haul my film gear.   We review each bike and give our opinions of them.  Hopefully, this information will help you if you are considering buying one of these bikes.   See the specifications for both bikes below.  You can watch my review video of the 2023 Harley-Davidson Breakout HERE. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE 2023 Breakout Specs: CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND SUBSCRIBE! 2023 Road King Special Specs: NEW FREE VIDEO RELEASED: Which Direction Does A Harley Lower Fork Stop Go? | Oil Lock Piece Sponsor-Sticker Mule CLICK HERE The ea

Official Wesite: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com We installed Wilbers LDC Nivomat front and rear suspension on a 2021 Harley-Davidson CVO Ultra. After riding the new Wilber's suspension on many different road surfaces, I can highly recommend this suspension and we decided to carry it right in the Law Abiding Biker Store. In this video, I give you my opinions about Wilber's suspension for Harley and compare it to several other name-brand aftermarket suspensions that I've tested over the years.  WHY WE CHANGED THIS HARLEY SUSPENSION: The owner was not happy with the overall ride of this 2021 CVO, which came with the standard manually adjustable rear shocks that Harley has used for many years now on its touring models.  He wanted a smoother ride and better cornering abilities, all of which the Wilbers LDC Nivomat front and rear suspension provides!  SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE REVIEW/THOUGHTS: We were absolutely blown away at how much smoother this Harley CVO Ultra rode and corne

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, Lurch and I are joined by Patreon Member Brad Johnston and we discuss our recent trip to Milwaukee, WI for the 120th Harley-Davidson anniversary celebration.  Lurch and I flew out to Milwaukee and Harley-Davidson hooked us up with bikes to ride while we were there.  Brad road out to Milwaukee and he shares his trip.  The 120th Homecoming event was held in Milwaukee, WI July 13 through July 16, 2023.  While at the anniversary we learned that Harley-Davidson plans to have a homecoming celebration every year in late July.  Will this be an event that rivals Sturgis? SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE I got to test ride and review the 2023 Harley-Davidson Breakout when I was at the 120th Anniversary celebration in Milwaukee, WI. I share my thoughts and opinions in this video to help you make a decision on whether this is the right bike for you.  I really enjoyed riding the Harley Breakout around Milwaukee for 2 days. It's a

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, we talk about the 2024 Harley-Davidson Police Road Glide.  For years, law enforcement has used either the Electra Glide or the Road King.  Earlier in the year I was lucky enough to see a prototype of the Road Glide Police model earlier in the year at the North American Motor Officers Association (NAMOA) training conference.  In July, we attended the Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary celebration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where Harley announced the Road Glide will be available to law enforcement agencies in 2024.  I tested the Road Glide Police model thoroughly on the NAMOA skills courses.  I give you my honest review of the Road Glide as a police model.  You can watch my review video of the 2024 Harley-Davidson Police Road Glide HERE. Biker Bobble Girl mentioned in this episode SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE NAMOA is a non-profit organization concerned with police motorcycle training in the Pacific Northwest.  NAMOA p

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this podcast episode, we talk about the Touratech Rally and testing the Harley-Davidson Pan America.  The Touratech Rally is an annual adventure motorcycle rally held in Plain, WA, and is organized by Touratech USA, a well-known manufacturer, and distributor of adventure motorcycle equipment and accessories. The Touratech Rally provides a great opportunity for adventure motorcyclists and enthusiasts to come together, share experiences, attend workshops, and participate in various activities related to adventure riding. The rally typically features guided rides, skills clinics, camping, vendor displays, and product demonstrations. Participants have the chance to explore the beautiful Pacific Northwest region's scenic backroads and off-road trails, offering a fantastic backdrop for adventure riding. Riders can meet like-minded individuals, get inspired by seasoned adventurers, and learn from experts in the field during the event. Since event details may chang

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com I recently traveled to Monterey, CA to test ride and review the new 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide and Road Glide. There is way more than meets the eye and these motorcycles are completely redesigned, both aesthetically and in performance.  Lurch and I break down all the specs of the Harley-Davidson 2023 CVOs.  These 2023 Harley CVOs have a brand new Milwaukee-Eight 121 ci VVT (variable valve timing) engine, redesigned fairings, controls, handlebars, intake tract, air intake, water-cooled heads, radiator, electric fan, 12.3" infotainment system, new front and rear Showa suspension with preload and rebound damping adjustments, new radial-mounted 4-piston Brembo brakes, larger brake rotors, new wheels, LED lighting, and new storage, just to name a few things.  I was able to watch the King of the Baggers races at Laguna Seca.  It was awesome to witness the sound of the big V-twin engines screaming by.  If you haven't watched any of the races, you need to c

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com This is part two of a two-part series about our 2023 Death Valley motorcycle trip. In May of 2023, members of Law Abiding Biker™ Media along with members of the Sworn Few LEMC embarked on a 10-day, 4000-mile, 5-state cross-country motorcycle trip. This trip would take us out of Washington State and into Oregon, California, Arizona, and Nevada. We stayed over in cities such as Redding, California, Furnace Creek, California, Huntington Beach, California,  Las Vegas, Nevada, Reno, Nevada, and Bend, Oregon. You can find the Harley-Davidson Ride Plan HERE.  We took several day trips on our adventure.  You can find the Harley-Davidson Ride Plans for Huntington Beach HERE, for Death Valley HERE, and for Las Vegas HERE.   There will be a motorcycle documentary film released later on this entire trip and experience! SEE ALL LAW ABIDING BIKER MEDIA DOCUMENTARY FILMS HERE! We visited many places and saw a ton of great country on our Death Valley motorcycle trip. We s

This is part one of a two-part series about our 2023 Death Valley motorcycle trip. In May of 2023, members of Law Abiding Biker™ Media along with members of the Sworn Few LEMC embarked on a 10-day, 4000-mile, 5-state cross-country motorcycle trip. This trip would take us out of Washington State and into Oregon, California, Arizona, and Nevada. We stayed over in cities such as Redding, California, Furnace Creek, California, Huntington Beach, California,  Las Vegas, Nevada, Reno, Nevada, and Bend, Oregon. You can find the Harley-Davidson Ride Plan HERE.  We took several day trips on our adventure.  You can find the Harley-Davidson Ride Plans for Huntington Beach HERE, for Death Valley HERE, and for Las Vegas HERE.   There will be a motorcycle documentary film released later on this entire trip and experience! SEE ALL LAW ABIDING BIKER MEDIA DOCUMENTARY FILMS HERE! We visited many places and saw a ton of great country on our Death Valley motorcycle trip. We stayed at some good and not-so-good hotels and mote

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, we discuss the AIM Lightforce Slave Cylider for the hydraulic clutch on your Harley-Davidson.  Both cable and hydraulic clutches can be effective on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and the choice between the two often comes down to personal preference and riding style.  Cable clutches are typically easier to adjust, and they are generally less expensive to repair or replace. They also tend to offer more feedback to the rider, which can be beneficial for those who prefer a more tactile connection with the motorcycle. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE On the other hand, hydraulic clutches offer a smoother and more consistent feel, which can be advantageous for riders who want a more refined and precise riding experience. They also tend to require less effort to operate, which can be beneficial for riders who experience fatigue or discomfort with a cable clutch.  Ultimately, the choice between a cable and hydraulic clutch o

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com I recently taught a Motor Officer Basic class here in the Yakima, Washington area with students from several agencies in which students complete many police motors skills drills.  I get a lot of questions from the Law Abiding Biker community about these police motors skills drills.  In this podcast, I'm joined by Lurch and we discuss the recent class as well as the successes and the debacles.  Officers who've attended a Motor Officer Basic class will tell you it's some of the hardest training they've ever taken.  It is physically and mentally demanding.   SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE We had students riding Harley-Davidsons and BMWs.  Both bikes hold up well to the punishment they receive during the training.  Both have their positives and negatives.  I discuss this in detail during the podcast.  Common items that break are clutch levers, foot pegs, windshields, and kickstand springs. CHECK OUT OUR HUNDREDS OF FREE HELPFUL VIDEOS

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com On April 26, 2023, Harley-Davidson announced an upcoming virtual release of the all-new 2023 CVO Road Glide and Street Glide.  The virtual release will be on June 7, 2023.  For more information on the release go here: www.h-d.com/ourfutureisreal.  A physical release of the bikes is scheduled for the 120th Homecoming in Milwaukee.  In this podcast episode, we summarize what we know about the bikes.   “With the introduction of the all-new CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide, we’ve completely reimagined two of Harley-Davidson’s most iconic motorcycles and redefined the boundaries of CVO in the process,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “By rethinking these two models from the ground up, we are ushering in a new era of innovation, design, engineering, and technology, while expanding the definition of Harley-Davidson CVO and taking the Grand American Touring experience to another level. The new CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide b

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this podcast, I'm joined by Lurch and we discuss and review the complete Harley-Davidson Audio Powered by Rockford Fosgate system we installed on a 2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special.  The system consisted of two amplifiers, fairing speakers, saddlebag lid speakers, and two 10-inch subwoofers.  We discuss the pros and potential cons of this system so you can decide if it, or part of it, is for you. The first thing to note is we tested the system with a decibel meter and it hit at and above the level of other premium systems we installed in the past.  Keep in mind that motorcycle audio differs greatly from car audio.  In a car, you're in an enclosed space with the speakers.  On a motorcycle, the audio is going out to your environment, and at higher speeds, you're leaving the sound of rear speakers behind you.  With that said the saddlebag lid speakers are designed so the speakers are pointed at the rider which may help a bit at highway speeds.   SUPPORT

Official Website: www.lawabidingbiker.com I saw that Indian came out with the 2023 Sport Chief and I said to myself, “Hey, Indian made a Harley Low Rider S”.  Well, it’s clearly their answer to compete with Harley in that category of bike anyways.  I had to take a deep look at this bike and break it down for you and give you my thoughts.  How does the Indian Sport Chief match up to the Harley Low Rider S? I really needed to know. I’ve seen some trying to compare the Sport Chief to the Harley Low Rider ST and I wholeheartedly disagree. I test-rode and reviewed the Low Rider ST last year in Santa Barbara, CA and it’s more in the category of sport touring. It has a very large fairing and windshield, an available dash stereo system with speakers, and hard saddlebags. The Sport Chief is more in the category of a sport cruiser with a very small fairing and windshield, no in-dash stereo system or speakers, and no hard saddlebags, just like the Lowrider S. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE T

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, Lurch and I discuss our plans to expand Law Abiding Biker in 2023.  I started Law Abiding Biker in the Spring of 2013.  It began as a podcast followed by a YouTube Channel.  After a couple of years, I realized I would need to monetize Law Abiding Biker if I wanted to keep it going.  So, in 2015 I started a modest online store and our first product was our beloved Biker Gripper.  The Biker Gripper remains one of our best sellers to date.  The "store" was in my garage and my family helped me pack and ship.  It didn't take too long for us to figure out this was overwhelming for my family. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE About the time we figured out it was too much for us, Rick "Big Daddy" Kane came to me with a proposal to become the store manager and add more products to the store.  The "store" was moved to Big Daddy's garage.  He brought on many products and the store began to flourish.  Unfortunately, in 2017 Big

Official website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com In this episode, I'm joined by Lurch and we talk about the all-new Harley-Davidson 135 crate engine.  We also talk about the modifications Harley has made to their King of the Baggers (KOTB) bikes to make them handle and go as fast as they do. The 135 was built directly with information gathered from the Harley-Davidson KOTB race team. Built on the Harley-Davidson 131 Milwaukee 8 platform, the larger 135 was achieved through the stroke.  It is four cubic inches larger or roughly three percent. Although there was a three percent increase in displacement there was actually a ten percent increase in horsepower and torque. SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE So here is what changed from the 131 to the 135: A 68-mm throttle body (as compared to a 64-mm) Mated to a C&C ported 68-mm aluminum intake manifold Developed and ran on 2022 H-D KTOB bikes New pin height on the piston to account for the stroke Piston size as far as hei

Official Website: https://www.lawabidingbiker.com Do you have engine oil in your Harley air filter?  Is it a problem or is it normal?  In this episode, I am joined by Lurch and Oscar.  Harley-Davidson vents engine pressure through banjo bolts that hold the air intake on.  There are tubes on the end of the banjo bolts.  The tubes are directed into the intake/filter area.  When pressure builds up and oil passes through the bolts/tubes it dumps into the filter and/or is sucked into the engine through the intake.  If an excess of oil builds up in your Harley air filter it can leak out and get all over your bike.   SUPPORT US AND SHOP IN THE OFFICIAL LAW ABIDING BIKER STORE We discuss how oil ends up in your Harley air filter.  The three of us share our opinions and have some fun along the way.  We break down the issue of oil blowback; what it is and what causes it.  We also discuss stock air intakes and aftermarket intakes.  Some of the aftermarket intakes already have external breather bolts and catch cans.  Som