111: Annual Predictions Show and 2017 Year of Beer

We score our 2017 motorcycle predictions and make new ones for 2018.  There is an update on the R6 build and the 2017 year of beer compilation following this episode audio. PredictionsFirst up, scoring 2017 predictions from episode 70:Scoring:2 points: correct prediction, unanimous among the group or evidence to prove it1 point: yeah you were on the right path, but not 100% or cannot prove or not unanimous0 points: you were just wrong2017:Rich:(0) Rico gets a bike - on/off road over 250cc(0) Indian does some type of water cooling for touring bikes(0) Conflict between aftermarket modifications and bike warranties around exhaust comes to a headJon:(0) Rico get a bike... ADV class(0) Harley wins American Flat Track championship.(2) Indian releases a new bike model(2) More vintage style looking bikesRico:(2) Rich doesn't start project bike(0) Bryce gets a new bike before Rich does(0) There will be no new Bobber style bikes from manufacturers(2) HD puts Mil8 in all bikes except Sportster and Street seriesRider of Loud Pipes!:Mark A(2) Indian will continue expanding its part and accessories line-up(2) HD 2018 will expand the 107 to the Softail and Dyna lines.(0) HD will start to scare away customers if they start to restrict warranty claims on non OEM parts.Micah:(2) Line between ADV/Upright sport touring will continue to blur(2) More new mini ADV bikes like the G310GS or VStrom 300xZyon:(2) HD in 2018 will expand the 107 to the Softail and Dyna lines.2018:Rich:The pace of new motorcycle models slows (by 20%)Harley-Davidson revamps the Sportster line and perhaps a new engineHarley-Davidson announces or releases an ADV class bike Harley-Davidson announces production details for the LiveWire!Three or more bikes purchased in the Rider of Loud Pipes ClubhouseJon:Can-AM will announce a spyder under $10kAnother manufacturer will release a turbo or supercharged bike to match what Kawasaki is doingRich gets R6 on the track and falls in love with doing track daysHelmet manufacturers add head up displays, units will hit the market and make riders saferHarley-Davidson will reduce a new model (way to reach Jon)Indian Motorcycle will win the American Flat Track seriesRico:More retro cafe racer style and naked motorcyclesMore scrambler and sport touring motorcyclesSmaller brands getting into the bobber, scrambler, cafe gameMore range and presence for electric motorcyclesMore retro models for Kawasakielectric cruiser comes to marketThis may have already happened :) Rider of Loud Pipes!:Chris (Slacker):By the end of 2018 Jon will have a motorcycle in his garage (as in 2 wheels)Rico will buy a bunch of Honda Groms and invite the clubhouse down to CR to film an episode of "Ride with Rico Hogan."Zyon:HD redesigns the sportster platform, mainly meaning a new power plantOne of the big 5 (Honda, HD, Indian, Kawasaki, or Yamaha) bring a full electric model to marketZyon ends the year with a Guzzi in his garage (bonus)GarageR6 forks are back together with new seals, bushing, upgraded springs, and back on the bike.YouTube channels used for inspiration and tipsDelboy's Garage, How-To replace regular type fork seals.Dave Moss TuningSpeed & Noise for riding tipsSupport the show and receive rewards for your contribution by visiting loudpipes.net/donate.  Patreon 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 appreciatedRunning time: 2 hours 23 minutesQuestions or comments: [email protected] or the Feedback page