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Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced that it has acquired StaCyc, Inc.,  They produce 12 and 16 EDRIVE, electric-powered bicycles specifically designed for kids. As a subsidiary, a Harley-Davidson branded version of StaCyc’s 12-inch and 16-inch models will be sold through select Harley-Davidson dealers. These Harley branded electric bikes will be available in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2019.

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It also appears Harley-Davidson is working on smaller electric scooters. They provided some prototypes to X-games athletes to ride around and they promoted them on Instagram. Many are wondering if they'll have an actual electric scooter model to put on the floor and sell to customers any time soon.

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Why is Harley-Davidson focusing on all these electric bicycles and scooters? My opinion is that Harley is realizing that many older generation riders are fading and they really need to grab the attention of the younger generation who have many choices. They want to get the Harley brand introduced to young riders of bicycles and scooters, thus when they get older they'll consider a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. They want to continue to create brand loyal riders as they have for many years.  Additionally, they just released their first electric motorcycle, the LiveWire, in late 2018 and they're likely learning much about electric vehicles with the bicycles and scooters, so they can be a leader in that market in the future.

Don't worry, I don't believe Harley is trying to get out of the game of traditional motorcycles that has driven the company for so many years. They are just realizing that change and innovation is the only way to survive and compete in the future.

Listen in to this podcast episode as we get into detail about what's going on.

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In this episode, Lurch and I discuss a  recent UCLA study, funded by Harley-Davidson,  that says motorcycling reduces stress and increases alertness.  A study from the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, at the University of California, Los Angeles, seems to confirm that. Three UCLA researchers studied more than 50 motorcycle riders in tests that recorded their brain activity and hormone levels before, during and after riding a bike, driving a car and resting. Did they prove there are potential mental and physical benefits of riding your motorcycle? Well, listen in to this podcast episode and find out as we break it down for you.

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Next, we talk about that fact that motorcycle lane splitting or lane filtering may be legalized and coming to your state in 2019? California is still the only state where lane splitting is legal and many other states are watching closely. Unfortunately, lane splitting has become a rather controversial topic. Mostly by those that don't understand the many benefits of motorcycle lane splitting & don't ride motorcycles themselves.

The following states are in different stages of possibly legalizing lane splitting:

Maryland, Connecticut, Utah, Oregon, Texas, and Hawaii. If legalized, each state has its own ideas and rules on how motorcycle lane splitting can be done. Things such as whether it can only be done when traffic is stopped and at what speeds you can actually do it.

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So, listen in to the podcast episode as we break down each state and where they are at in the process and what the actual details are.

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This is a straight up biker talk BS session and Lurch and I have a ton of fun talking with Scooter. This was Scooter's first time on a Podcast and he did well.  He is a member of the Sworn Few Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club & spent the day here at Law Abiding Biker™ Media filming a tutorial video for our YouTube Channel. This was also his first time behind the scenes filming and watching the process. Scooter helped out with lighting and other tasks and was a big help!

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Scooter is no stranger to the many who follow Law Abiding Biker™ Media, as he appeared in our Nevada & California Motorcycle Trip Documentary Film and our most recent Midwest Motorcycle Trip Documentary Film. During the Midwest Motorcycle Trip documentary, which I highly suggest every biker watch, Scooter attempted the steak challenge at the Big Texan in Amarillo, Texas and it was quite an ordeal. This is a famous food challenge that is unbelievable to watch. Although Scooter wasn't able to complete the challenge, he gave it his all. Scooter discusses the steak challenge in detail in this podcast episode.

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Scooter goes on to give his motorcycling background and how he found and became a member of the very exclusive Sworn Few Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club. He discloses why he chose the SFMC over the other LEO clubs out there.

We talk about these items and so much more, so you'll definitely want to listen in and hear some of the many laughs we had.

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This episode is all about the 2019 Harley-Davidson FXDR 114. This new motorcycle was released in late 2018 and at that time I took it for a test ride. To get all the details, check out my Harley FXDR 114 test ride and overview videos on YouTube.

The Harley-Davidson FXDR 114 rides great considering it has a 240 mm rear tire on an 18” wheel. The 19” front wheel with a 120 mm wide front tire works well with the rear tire size. The new cast aluminum swingarm and inverted front forks with cartridge dampening both round it out to make a good cornering motorcycle. I was actually very impressed with its abilities.

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The Harley-Davidson FXDR 114 has the Milwaukee-Eight 114 motor (1868 cc) and produces 119 ft lbs of engine torque. It will throw some heat up at your legs so be aware of that. Standard with the FXDR is an LED headlight, signals, and taillight. The Harley FXDR 114 comes with a 6-speed transmission, cable clutch, and comes standard with ABS. It’s equipped with a 4.4-gallon fuel tank and Harley says it gets an estimated 46 mpg.

We dive in deep and discuss everything you need to know about this new bike from Harley in this podcast episode, so take a listen!

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This podcast episode is all about biker talk. Yup, it's bikers sitting down and talking about biker stuff. I had guest Patron member Bob Dawson on a mic & Lurch on another. You may know Bob Dawson as he's very active inside the Patron Member only Private Facebook Group. He has much knowledge that he brings to the table. If your not an exclusive Patron Member of Law Abiding Biker Media then you're missing out! Sign up as a Patron Member and get benefits such as T-shirts, stickers, private Facebook Group access, and access to our premium tutorial videos depending on what level you sign up as!

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We talk about things such as Bob's motorcycle background, experience, and everything motorcycle. Whatever came to our minds we talked about and it was a great time in this “biker talk” episode!

Bob owns Dawson Custom Painting in the Yakima, WA area. He decided to donate his time and painted the new Law Abiding Biker Studio and Shop inside at no charge earlier this year! I also ask him about this and what made him decide to be so supportive of Law Abiding Biker™ Media.

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