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Video-Police Motorcycle Officer-New Cone Pattern & Training-The Rythmulator-Designed by Police Motor Officer Ryan Urlacher

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This is a brand new cone pattern drill I designed for an upcoming Police Motorcycle Officer Training Course. I have designed it from scratch and I am calling it “The Rythmulator”.

I spent quite a bit of time testing and measuring things out. I tested it all out on my Police Harley-Davidson Electra Glide. At the end of the video, I walk you through the course and give you the exact measurements and how to set it up.

This is an advanced Police motorcycle cone pattern and you should be a very experienced and a skilled rider before trying this. This is not a pattern for the majority of motorcyclists out there.

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The goal of this pattern is to really get riders into a rhythm. Once riders discover the proper turn points and get into a rhythm, it will feel awesome and will look great. If a rider does not hit the proper points and is forcing the bike it will be very difficult. It's all about full bar locks, head and eye placement, quick transitions, and quickly coming in and out of the clutch gray area in this drill.

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Harley Boom Box Software Update Version 1.21.3.1-Dealership Locations | VLOG-49

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Harley Davidson and Harman Kardon just released Boom!™ Box software update version 1.21.3.1 on September 19, 2017. This comes after software update versions 1.21.2.1 that was released on August 7 2017.  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, 1.21.3.1.

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 anyway.

Question: If I update my Boom Box to the newest software version and don't like it or it brakes things, am I stuck with it?

Answer: No, as long as you have been saving each Boom Box update file somewhere you're fine. You can go to a past software update file and install that over the new update version (downgrade). Keep all software versions and updates as Harley does not post or give access to older versions. 

Resources & videos:

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: (1.21.3.1)

Issues Fixed:

Date Released: 09/17/2017

Fixes

  • Radio software stuck in reboot loop during map database
    update, intercontinental replacement or intercontinental
    restoration process.
  • Radio software freezing and lockup during dealer location
    database updates.

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Harley-Davidson Wireless Headset Interface Module-WHIM-What You Need To Know-Problems & Issues?

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Video-In this video, I tell you everything you need to know about the Harley-Davidson Wireless Headset Interface Module (WHIM) for the Boom Box Infotainment System. Beware and be informed before you consider purchasing the WHIM. You may be throwing your money away.

The WHIM will only work properly with Harley-Davidson branded Wireless Bluetooth Headsets, which are made by Sena. That is the only way you will get wireless Bluetooth stereo sound from your WHIM. If you try to use a regular Sena Bluetooth headset, it will pair depending on the model, but you'll only get mono sound. You'll get the same issue if you try to pair other motorcycle Bluetooth headsets, such as Cardo Systems. 

And this is what I call the “Harley Tax”. This is just one instance of Harley sticking it to their customers. The Boom Box should have originally come with Bluetooth headset connectivity and that was a big screw up by Harley-Davidson, who refuses to publicly admit it. Now, the company wants their brand loyal customers to spend upwards of $1000 to fix their mistake with the WHIM. If the continuing Boom Box operating issues have not already left a sour taste in many Harley owner's mouths, then this debacle certainly will. 

After the WHIM is installed, you'll need to have your Boom Box system flashed at a Harley Dealership so it will work properly. Many dealerships charge anywhere from $50 to $100. No, you cannot flash your Boom Box yourself, as only dealerships have the proprietary software.

With the WHIM, you will get full wireless headset Boom Box Infotainment System integration such as voice commands, turn-by-turn navigation, and rider/passenger communications, but it's not the only device that can accomplish this.

Note: Owners of 2014 & newer Harley models with the Boom Box must purchase the WHIM on their own and install it as an “add-on”. 2018 & newer Harley CVO models with the Boom Box are coming already equipped with the WHIM out of the factory.

Better Alternative/Sena Freewire:

We here at Law Abiding Biker Media still believe the Sena Freewire ($250) is a much better option, as it is cheaper and you'll get stereo sound even with regular Sena headsets you may already own. And you'll get stereo sound with other brand wireless helmet headsets. With the Sena Freewire, you also get full Boom Box integration and rider/passenger communications just like the WHIM.

Note: With the single WHIM, you can run two Harley branded wireless Bluetooth headsets. With the Sena Freewire, you'll need one module for the rider and one for the passenger. You'll need to install a 7-pin DIN coms port for the Freewire and we have a free video on just how to easily do that. 

What are we going to do? FREEWIRE OR WHIM?

We here at Law Abiding Biker Media will stick with the Sena Freewire. It gives all the functionality of the WHIM at a fraction of the cost. And best of all, it works in stereo with all the Sena brand headsets we already own!

Sena Freewire Videos of Interest: 

OUR SENA FREEWIRE VIDEO 1

OUR SENA FREEWIRE VIDEO 2

If you choose to go with the WHIM, then this is what you'll need and what you'll have to pay: (part numbers and links)
  1. Wireless Headset Interface Module ($299)
    1. (Part Number 76000768)
  2. Wireless Headset Interface Module Harness ($49)
    1. Part Number 69201726
  3. Boom! Audio 20S Bluetooth Helmet Single Headset ($299)
    1. Part Number 76000736A
  4. Boom Box Dealership Flash ($50-$100)
  5. Dealership Install of WHIM ($200?)
    1. We will be releasing a free WHIM install video on our YouTube Channel

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Video-How to Freshen a Stinky Motorcycle Helmet Quickly!!

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My Police Motorcycle Helmet liner gets very stinky from working daily in 100+ degree temperatures! There's no way not to sweat heavily. The only way I can combat the helmet stink is to routinely spray Bike Brite Helmet Refreshner on the liner. It is a cleaner and deodorizer for helmet liners. Helmet Liner Refreshner cleans, freshens and deodorizes all foam helmet liners. Just spray and wipe dry. I actually just spray it in the liner and let it soak in on its own. I then let it air dry.

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I do take the helmet liner our often and run it through the washing machine for a deeper cleaning. Helmet Refreshner helps me get through the week.

I clean the exterior of my helmet and the inside and outside of the shield with Bugslide waterless motorcycle cleaner. I also clean my leather Police motorcycle boots with Bugslide for daily maintenance. And best of all is Buglside cleans my entire motorcycle in between those wet washes!!

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Video Review-Wireless Headset Interface Module-WHIM-Harley Bluetooth Headset-Boom Box Infotainment

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Review-The Harley Wireless Headset Interface Module (WHIM) is now available for '14-later Touring and Trike models equipped with Boom! Audio 6.5GT Radios, this Wireless Headset Interface Module (WHIM) lets you communicate with your bike without being wired to it. The WHIM Bluetooth adapter permits wireless connectivity to the 6.5GT Infotainment system, allowing you to communicate via CB radio, hear turn-by-turn GPS directions, listen to your favorite radio stations and so much more all through your Bluetooth®-enabled headset.

NOTE: You will have to take your Harley to a dealership to get your Boom Box flashed after install of the module and harness. Only Harley dealerships have this proprietary software. And, some dealerships will charge you.

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Harley Headset Interface Module Information & Part Numbers

HARLEY WIRELESS HEADSET INTERFACE MODULE PART #76000768

HARLEY WIRELESS HEADSET INTERFACT MODULE HARNESS PART #69201726

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Harley Boom Box Software Update Version 1.21.2.1-Siri Fixes? | VLOG-48

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Harley Davidson and Harman Kardon just released Boom!™ Box software update version 1.21.2.1 on August 7, 2017. This comes after software update versions 1.21.0.4 that was released in March 2017.  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, 1.21.2.1.

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 anyway.

Question: If I update my Boom Box to the newest software version and don't like it or it brakes things, am I stuck with it?

Answer: No, as long as you have been saving each Boom Box update file somewhere you're fine. You can go to a past software update file and install that over the new update version (downgrade). Keep all software versions and updates as Harley does not post or give access to older versions. 

Resources & videos:

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.

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This update claims to fix the following: (1.21.2.1)

Issues Fixed:

Date Released: 08/07/2017

Fixes

  • Siri not initiating in some instances with long press of VR (Voice recognition) button
  • VR cancelling Siri initiation despite activation through button press.
  • VR initializes prior to Siri initiation.
  • Global presets from USB device grayed out in display despite USB device plugged in.
  • Global presets are highlighted even after USB device is removed.
  • Scroll down button selects last item in media list in some instances.
  • Squelch pop up not shown properly in all instances after squelch button activation.
  • Map database names in some international regions were not fully displayed.
  • Next turn shown on weather map in some instances.
  • Various bug fixes.

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Filming Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight Service, Oil Change & Safety Inspection

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We are filming a routine service, oil change, and safety inspection on a Harley-Davidson with a Milwaukee-Eight motor. It doesn’t matter if you have the 107 ci or 114 ci engine as the service is the same. It doesn't matter what model you have as what we teach you is the same. We are going to show you exactly what the Harley dealerships do and charge you $300 to $400 for every 5k miles. We are going to show you even more than they actually do.

The best part is you’ll have the pure satisfaction of wrenching on your own Harley right in your very own shop or garage. You’ll know things were done right. It's a great feeling!!

You’ll save a ton of money by doing these simple services yourself.

I hope to have the official video edited and released in a month or so. Stay tuned and subscribe to this channel!!

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