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They could add a noise generator to it. FTA: While Harley riders like to say "loud pipes save lives," the evidence for this is thin. If riders still want a ru
by gravitycop 18y ago
They could add a noise generator to it.
FTA:
While Harley riders like to say "loud pipes save lives," the evidence for this is thin. If riders still want a rumble, North says he can always add it. (See "Teaching Cars To Sing.") http://www.forbes.com/2008/08/21/singing-prius-lotus-tech-science-cz_cf_0821prius.html http://www.forbes.com/2008/08/21/singing-prius-lotus-tech-sc...
- LogicHoleFlaw 18y agoI ride. I enjoy riding. I enjoy the loud grumble of a cruiser, and the exhilarating whine of a sport bike. When driving a car I still can't hear a bike overtaking me until it's already passed. I think "loud pipes" is just a rationalization for bikers to justify their beloved exhaust notes.