Ryan Urlacher, Author at Law Abiding Biker Podcast

LAB-118-A Biker Conversation Over Beer-Patron Al Long of Colorado

September 6, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher 2 Comments

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Podcast-We went on a 6-day motorcycle trip to Colorado from Washington State in late June of 2016 for a total of 2700 miles. As usual, we wanted to meet up with any Patrons members in Colorado while we were there and we put out the info ahead of time. Patron Al Long got involved right away. He even took a day off work to meet and ride with us. He was our official guide.

We met up with Al and he gave us a grand tour around the Denver, Colorado area. He took us on some nice twisty roads and through some beautiful areas. We even visited the grave of Buffalo Bill at 987 Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO.

Anyways, we stopped in Idaho Springs, CO and had a nice lunch & cold beer at Tommyknocker Brewery. This is a definite place to visit if you're ever in the area.

Al, Indian John, and I had a nice conversation over beer and food, biker to biker. That is exactly what this podcast episode is all about. We pretty much talked about everything and you get to listen in. It is very raw and authentic episode, as you'll hear dishes and other customers in the restaurant.

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Video-Review of 2016 Victory Magnum Motorcycle-21″ Front Wheel-Biggest Wheel Ever Fit To a Production Bagger

September 5, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher Leave a Comment

Video-In this video we give you a complete walk-around of a 2016 Victory Magnum motorcycle from an everyday bikers perspective. The Victory Magnum is similar in many ways to a Victory Cross Country model. However, the Magnum does not have engine guards and has a 21″ front wheel, the biggest wheel ever fit to a production bagger. Then, there is the Magnum Stealth X-1, which has an upgraded sound system. It has a 200-watt stereo system, including 10 waterproof speakers in all, including six in the front fairing — two 5.25-inch bass speakers, two 2.5-inch mid-ranges and two tweeters — plus a 6×9 and a tweeter in each saddlebag lid. The X-1 also gets a set of new black billet wheels accented by contrast cuts and a LED headlight.

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The Victory Magnum is a touring class bike. It fits right line as such and competes with rivals such as the Harley-Davidson Street Glide, still the number-one-selling motorcycle in the United States, and the Indian Chieftain. The Victory Magnum is 800-pounds and a nearly nine-foot-long bagger, so don't get confused if looking at the X-1 “Stealth” model. It's not very “stealthy”.

The Magnum has ABS-enabled braking, three 300 mm discs, two up front and one in rear. The Victory Magnum has a 1731cc Freedom 106 and a 6-speed overdrive constant mesh transmission. It has air-adjustable rear shocks and a 5.8-gallon tank should provide decent range between trips to the gas station.

Where I see the Victory Magnum failing in the touring class is the lack of an integrated GPS system such as Harley Davidson's Boom!™ Box Infotainment System or the Indian's new Ride Command System. I know they must be working on an integrated GPS and infotainment system to keep up with the competition.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ABS/CRUISE CONTROL	STANDARD
CURB WEIGHT	810 LBS / 367 KG
DISPLACEMENT	106 CI / 1731 CC
OIL CAPACITY	5.0 QTS / 4.73 LTR

ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN

BATTERY	YTX20HL-BS/12 VOLT 18 AMP HOUR 310 CCA
CHARGING SYSTEM	48 AMPS MAX OUTPUT
COMPRESSION RATIO	9.4 : 1
COOLING	AIR / OIL
DRIVE/DRIVEN CLUTCH	WET, MULTI-PLATE
EXHAUST	DUAL-LARGE BORE SLASH-CUT WITH COMMON VOLUME
FUEL SYSTEM	ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION WITH DUAL 45MM THROTTLE BODY
TRANSMISSION/FINAL DRIVE	CARBON FIBER REINFORCED BELT
TRANSMISSION/PRIMARY DRIVE	GEAR DRIVE WITH TORQUE COMPENSATOR
TRANSMISSION TYPE	6-SPEED OVERDRIVE CONSTANT MESH
VALVE TRAIN	SINGLE OVERHEAD CAMSHAFTS WITH 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, SELF-ADJUSTING CAM CHAINS, HYDRAULIC LIFTERS
BORE X STROKE (MM)	101 X 108 MM
ENGINE TYPE	FREEDOM 106/ 6 V-TWIN

SUSPENSION

FRONT SUSPENSION	TELESCOPIC FORK / 5.1″ (130MM)
REAR SUSPENSION	SINGLE MONOTUBE AIR ADJUSTABLE SHOCK: 4.4″ (113 MM) TRAVEL

BRAKES

BRAKE SYSTEM TYPE	CONVENTIONAL W/ ABS
FRONT BRAKES	DUAL 300MM FLOATING ROTOR WITH 4-PISTON CALIPERS
REAR BRAKES	SINGLE 300 X 5MM/ FLOATING ROTOR/ 2 PISTON CALIPER

TIRES / WHEELS

FRONT TIRES	DUNLOP D418F ELITE 3 120/70R21 M/C 62V
FRONT WHEEL	21 X 3.5″ FRONT
REAR TIRES	DUNLOP D418 ELITE 3 180/60R16 M/C 80H
REAR WHEEL	16 X 5.0″

DIMENSIONS

FUEL CAPACITY (LITRES)	5.8 GAL / 22 LTR
GVWR	1310 LBS / 595 KG
GROUND CLEARANCE	5.3 IN / 134MM
RAKE/TRAIL	29.0° / 5.6 IN / 142 MM
SEAT HEIGHT	25.7 IN / 654MM
WHEELBASE	65.7 IN / 1670 MM
OVERALL LENGTH (IN./MM.)	104.6 IN / 2657 MM

FEATURES

COLOR SWATCH	GLOSS BLACK W/GRAPHICS
COLORS (BASE)	HABANERO INFERNO ORANGE W/GRAPHICS, GLOSS BLACK W/GRAPHICS, INDY RED PEARL W/GRAPHICS

Video-Harley Boom!™ Box New Feature | Auto Zoom GPS Map-VLOG 34

September 3, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher Leave a Comment

Video-In this completely free video I show you how to use the new GPS map autozoom feature that was added to the Harley-Davidson Boom!™ Box Infotainment System in the last major system software update, which was version 1.20.1. I show where the new map autozoom feature located in the Boom Box settings menu and how get it going. Basically, it allows three different settings to choose from on how close you want the GPS map to autozoom. A rider could manually zoom out to see the overall route and surroundings. Then after a short time, the GPS will autozoom back in closer to the predetermined setting. Before this feature, a rider would have to manually zoom in after zooming out. The map will also autozoom if you leave the map view and then come back in to view the map.

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Further Details:
• Autozoom can be configured in Navigation Setup
Appearance menu.
• There are four separate levels based on what zoom level
the map will return to after the autozoom.
i. OFF – Autozoom is disabled (default)
ii. NEAR – It will return to the tightest scale.
iii. NORMAL – It will return to the middle scale.
iv. FAR – It will return to the widest scale.

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Video-Remove & Replace Final Belt Drive on Harley-Davidson | DIY-Complete Guide & Instructions

September 2, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher 4 Comments

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Video-In this completely free video we show you how to access your final belt drive by completely removing your inner and outer primary drive housings on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We then show you how to replace your final belt drive. We had a Dyna, Touring and Softail on hand to show you the slight differences.

It doesn't really matter the year and make of your Harley as this process is pretty standard. We can say that this video covers 2000 and newer Harley's and likely earlier models.

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You can do this project in your very own shop or garage. No lifts, jacks, or major specialty tools are needed for this project.

So, check this free video out and save yourself a ton of money not having to take your Harley-Davidson to a dealership or mechanic. The best part is having the pure satisfaction that comes from wrenching and fixing your own Harley!

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Harley Davidson Boom!™ Box Software Update Version 1.20.1-VLOG 33

August 30, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher 14 Comments

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Harley Davidson and Harman Kardon just released Boom!™ Box software update version 1.20.1 on August 23, 2016. This comes after software update versions 1.19.2 was released in February 2016. We have received many inquiries from bikers asking if they should update to this latest version. It is always a good idea to wait and see if an update fixes more than it breaks and let me have some time to test things.

Note: This particular update if for the Boom Box 4.3 Standard, 6.5T Premium, and the CVO 6.5GT systems. I give the go ahead to update to this new Boom Box software update version, 1.20.1.

I installed and tested this update for you. As usual, don't expect any miracles and that suddenly all things will be fixed for ever user. They still have a long way to go to get rid of all the problems that persist with the Harley Boom!™ Box Infotainment System. We are all skeptical that they'll ever get the Boom Box working perfectly at this point.

FAQ:

Question: If I get behind on updating my Boom Box software, will I have to go back and install each past update I missed?

Answer: No, you do not have to update incrementally. If you get behind, just grab the latest software update here and install it. It will update everything you need including past updates. There is no access to the older updates from the Harley website anyways.

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Remember; The Harley Boom!™ Box still has many annoying bugs and problems, so don't expect this software update to suddenly fix everything.

If you don't know how to properly update your system software and maps then check out my Official Boom!™ Box Software Update Video.

This update claims to fix the following: (1.20.1)

Issues Fixed:

Improvements:

• Zoom out levels have been increased to allow for viewing
of longer routes.
• Azerbaijan Map has been added to the ROW map database.
• The heading directional display will now operate as a
traditional compass with the top representing the direction
ahead and the rotating needle shall point to the direction of
North.
• The disclaimer or “Accept” screen will now auto advance
after 15 seconds.
Added Features
• Autozoom can be configured in Navigation Setup
Appearance menu.
• There are four separate levels based on what zoom level
the map will return to after the autozoom.
i. OFF – Autozoom is disabled (default)
ii. NEAR – It will return to the tightest scale.
iii. NORMAL – It will return to the middle scale.
iv. FAR – It will return to the widest scale.
• Vehicle Information screen will display “OK” or “Check Oil”
for oil pressure on MY17 models. Oil pressure values can
be enabled with a P&A accessory for MY17 vehicles.

Fixes:
• Endless authentication during navigation updates
• Radio starting in clock/off screen display
• Access to tire pressure info on applicable models while in
clock/off screen display
• XM stuck in “retrieving data” screen
• Score updates through XM are not automatic after adding
team to favorites
• Voice recognition feature for “search by channel name”
• Bluetooth Audio stuck in fast forward when held between
songs
• Quick press of “back” in genre search results in empty list
• Seek through presets of multiple USB devices pauses media
• Going from XM to audio menu back to XM removes button
text
• Selecting “back” from POI location search defaults to “Near
Location”
• Quick key cycle with MTP device results in screen staying
off
• Reduced time to index device with large number of songs
• 100% Precipitation displayed as “10%” in weather screen
• Map response improvement at elevated zoom levels
• GEO coordinate entry in some languages
• Navigation prompts “Repeat” button functionality addressed
• Tuner scan stops after 2 times around band
• Radio waking up while in clock screen
• Correction to RDS traffic functionality (HDI and ROW units)

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Video-Bugslide-Best Motorcycle Denim Paint Waterless Cleaner | Better Than Harley Denim Cleaner

August 22, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher 4 Comments

Video-We get asked all the time here at Law Abiding Biker™ Podcast & Media…….what is the best & safest waterless motorcycle cleaner to use on Harley-Davidson denim paint or any motorcycle paint for that matter?

The answer is definitely Bugslide. It is completely safe and highly recommended by us for use on Harley denim paint. I actually tested Bugslide for years on a 2011 Harley Street Glide I owned with black denim paint. I also tested it for a year using Bugslide on a 2007 Harley Night Train with pewter denim paint. Buglside is good not only for denim paint, but all motorcycle paints.

You'll want to be careful about using waxes and certain cleaners on Harley denim paint as they will shine the dull paint look over time. Bugslide will not do that and cleans denim paint like a dream. Bugslide will remove the bugs, grease, and dirt with ease. BugSlide leaves a protective, microscopic finish that continuously repels dust, dirt, water and fingerprints. Buglside is tested by bikers for bikers in a real world environment.

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Harley-Davidson makes what they call a denim paint cleaner. Of course, they stamp their logo on it and mark the price up. I tested Harley's denim paint cleaner and Bugslide blew it away in every way.

Remember, Harley's denim paint cleaner is really only for denim paint. Bugslide works on denim paint and all paints. Bugslide is free of abrasives and is safe on all non-porous surfaces including; paint, chrome, glass, fiberglass, acrylic, aluminum, plexiglas, plastic, lexan, vinyl and leather. I threw the single purpose Harley denim paint cleaner in the trash.

Don't worry, we also have you covered for a wet wash motorcycle cleaner! Yes, for both denim paint and all motorcycle paints. For wet washes, my #1 go-to cleaner is Bike Brite Motorcycle Spray Wash Cleaner & Degreaser.

It's simple………for wet washing & restoration I use Bike Brite Products. For in between maintenance, shining, and cleaning I use Bugslide!

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The best thing about Bugslide is that I never need to wax my Harley again! The release agent in BugSlide contains a UV filter for added protection.

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Video-How To Install Harley Davidson Touring Extended Reach Floorboard Pans For Tall Rider

August 15, 2016 By Ryan Urlacher Leave a Comment

Video-Are you a tall Harley Davidson rider? Want to stretch those legs out a bit and get them forward? In this free video, we show you how to install Harley-Davidson brand forward/extended rider floorboards on a Harley Davidson motorcycle! We really liked the quality of these forward/extended floorboards and we definitely recommend them for bikers.

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