Best Air Brakes Podcasts (2024)

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Shed Talk 19-07-24: Freestyle Kings destroying walls, Bereman brake checks Patrick, Clinton Moore could 720 the Next Gen 31:33

3h ago31:33

31:33

This week Steve picks apart some of the best videos of the week on Insta: From X Games like Dirt Shark showing where Tyler Bereman actually taps Patrick Evans brakes as he crashed during celebration winning Best Whip. Or the @motomemess carry on and Colby Raha's behind the scenes videos with plenty of beef to fill out a Sunday roast Steve nerds out…

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Ep 23 - Motorhome Progress, an Italian Bagger, and ... oh look, a squirrel! 1:33:03

12h ago1:33:03

1:33:03

We talk about a 700cc scooter with a manual transmission, Motorcycle & Misfits discussion of neurodivergent minds and motorcycling, @Dum_Rush's new adventure, Vintage Days motorhome progress, Moto Morini's upcoming bagger, flat tracking a Janus, and more... Recalls: 2023-2024 CRF50F, CRF110F, CRF125F, and CRF125FB left grip can detach News: Italjet…

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Throwback to huge battle between Levi Sherwood, Robbie Maddison, Dany Torres and Nate Adams - Red Bull X-Fighters 2009 London 54:16

5d ago54:16

54:16

A very young Levi Sherwood up against the much more experienced Dany Torres, Robbie Maddison and the Destroyer, Nate Adams during one of the toughest years of FMX competition, 2009. This Throwback Thursday show was filmed on YouTube with Clint Esposito on the Two Wheels to Freedom channel and a huge thanks to MotoXPsycho for the clean footage! Look…

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GOLD for Jacko Strong, Patrick Evans and Corey Creed at X Games 2024 49:48

11d ago49:48

49:48

The full X Games Freestyle Motocross review is here with a comprehensive breakdown of all 3 disciplines in 2024 at Ventura, California. Find out what all the controversy is behind Patrick Evans winning in Best Whip on the new Stark Varg electric bike. Jacko Strong narrowly beating Rob Adelberg who came with a new trick, the Front Flip Lazyboy in Be…

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Shed Talk 1-7-24: Matt Buyten, X Games 2024 results 18:15

12d ago18:15

18:15

This week's shed talk Steve quickly runs through the X Games results before we do a full review with Clint Esposito on another podcast. Winner's, controversies and background info from Best Trick, Best Whip and Quarter Pipe. Also if you want to help Matt Buyten out with his recovery, you are more than welcome to donate on this gofundme link here to…

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UPDATE: X Games 2024 Rider Invite list has changed! Chuck Carothers joins with some an inside scoop on judging. 59:23

15d ago59:23

59:23

Here's the updated X Games Riders List before competition starts tonight June 28th at Ventura, California! Tune in to listen for the latest changes to who's in and out, including Wyo coming in, Javier Villegas in. Pat Bowden and Benny Richards out. And changes to Best Whip line-up! Clint Esposito jumped on YouTube to film this all if you want to wa…

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Full FMX Comp - Brazil Duelo de Motos 2024 1:12:11

16d ago1:12:11

1:12:11

The Brazilian FMX competition Duelo de Motos returns for another year with some of the world's biggest names flying down to South America to throw down on an interesting course against Brazil's finest riders. Clint Esposito and I did an English commentary of the competition from YouTube and if you would like to check it out, find ClintEsposito chan…

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Ep 22 - An old U-Haul, a sheepskin Vespa, and the legal difference between "will" and "may" 1:17:09

17d ago1:17:09

1:17:09

We talk about large developments for our AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days plans, the apparent end to the Barber Small Bore event, Harley finds win in warranty practices lawsuit, a new motorcycle record, cylinder deactivation on a motorcycle, Vespa being Vespa with some weird ad campaigns, and more... Recalls: None this week? That's crazy. Better go doub…

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Ep 21 - Virtual Brakes, AI, and the End of Gas Honda Motorcycles 1:14:40

24d ago1:14:40

1:14:40

We talk about where we've been for a couple months, a few recalls, LiveWire virtual brakes, Kymco/LiveWire co-development, Kawasaki hybrids, new products, Honda Dax coming to US in 2025, and more... oh, and we mention AI like everyone else. Recalls: LiveWire S2 Del Mar Rear Axle Fasteners 2023-2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R, ZX-4RR Spark Plug Damage 202…

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Preview: This could be the best QP comp ever at X Games! Invited riders list in Best Trick, Best Whip and Quarterpipe Highest Air 59:23

29d ago59:23

59:23

Clint Esposito and I break down the riders invite list for Best Trick, Best Whip and Quarter Pipe and I think the riders list for QP is the best we've ever seen! If all of those guys can make it, it will be insane to see what happens in 2024! Best Trick will be wild, we've got the rumours, our predictions and who's in and who's out. So tune in and …

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Shed Talk 12-6-24: X Games invite list, NOTJ podcast, Voice Blow-out, Ricky Carmichael, Monster Energy shows, Andreu Lacondeguy, KOTW Nov 23, Brazil Champs 19:51

1M ago19:51

19:51

This week's Shed Talk we look quickly at: X Games Invite List Night of the JUMPs snippet from the NOTJ Podcast in Bremen - Rd2 Voice blowout and how Axell Hodges dad helped me talk the next day! Monster Energy MotoGP Catalunya Andreu Lacondeguy gets his Monster helmet Brazilian FMX Championships results King of the Whip coming back November 23rd in…

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Shed Talk 22-5-24: Monster MotoGP, NOTJ Invites, Next Gens, Crusty Demons! 41:12

2M ago41:12

41:12

Welcome to the new mini-series of Shed Talk on Riders Lounge Podcast. Just wrapping things up with Steve on a weekly basis outside of the regular interviews, previews, reviewsand everything else. This is just the ramblings of a man who just loves FMX and giving some obscure FMX news that you didn’tknow you needed.This week we’re going to look at Mo…

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Preview NIGHT of the JUMPs 2024 Munich 22:25

3M ago22:25

22:25

NIGHT of the JUMPs is returning for the new season in 2024 with a new World Tour and plenty of interest in riders, locations, competition and more! This is the preview to find out who is riding this event and who could be the riders to look out for! Watch it all live this Saturday night, 7:00pm local time in Germany. FMX: Luc AckermannMaikel Melero…

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Ep 20 - A Talking Bird, Buell Concept Deviations, and Some Vintage Days Decisions 1:15:09

4M ago1:15:09

1:15:09

We talk about a recall correction, planning for AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, a new Himalayan clone/competitor from Honda, LAND acquiring some talent from Zero, whether or not Buell is delivering on the Super Cruiser concept, and more... Recalls: Honda Goldwing + CBR Fuel Pump Issues News: LAND hires former Zero exec Royal Enfield Scram 450 Spy Shot…

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Squished in Economy with Ketchup-Flavored Everything: Live on a Plane, The Return Edition (#177) 48:17

4M ago48:17

48:17

#nerdbirds Rachel and Sebastian adjust to economy seating on a Porter Airlines flight to San Francisco, and share highlights from Toronto—where residents are chatty and poutine rules the day.

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Ep 19 - Taking a peep at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame 1:25:00

5M ago1:25:00

1:25:00

We talk about our visit to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, a listener email about the Beeline Moto, a handful of recalls, Zero working on a simulated clutch, Honda working on new airbags, the FIM's beef with Stark, and more... Recalls: Honda Goldwing + CBR Fuel Pump Issues 2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar May Suddenly Shut Down 2023 CFMoto 450SS Telematic…

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Jayo Archer - a small tribute to one of the nice guys 2024 5:06

5M ago5:06

5:06

It is with the heaviest of hearts to write this, but Jayo Archer has passed away leaving a void impossible to fill for his friends, family and fans around the world. While it is early news, we respect the wishes of friends and family and hope they are able to grieve easier without scrutiny during this terrible time. All I can say right now is, he w…

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Live on a Plane, Canada Edition: Porter Airlines Inaugural to Toronto (#176) 56:46

5M ago56:46

56:46

Since Brendan and Sebastian had never been on an inaugural flight, it was time to go on one (eh?) and go on one they did: Porter Airlines from San Francisco to Toronto. Listen in as Rachel attempts to stay sane with the two most animated #nerdbirds (on a small plane) (for five hours) while reviewing the airline and learning a few insider tips from …

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$40,000 for the First and (last time) Monster Energy Cup happened in 2011 / TBT 1:08:51

5M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This truly was "Best Trick"! Only 1 jump for each rider, make it stick. And whoever wins takes home $40,000. Maybe that's why Monster Energy didn't bring this competition back again after the first year in 2011. It was too expensive for 1 jump! This could be one of the best FMX competitions, but it only happened once! With Mark Monea landing the 'C…

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Ep 18 - Hard Times, Honeypots, and Harleys 1:06:44

5M ago1:06:44

1:06:44

We talk about the fire evacuation at AIMExpo, Cake & Suzuki Recalls, cybersecurity's intersection with vehicles, new Moto II from Beeline, the CF Moto Ibex 450 is coming to the states, Harley's new models, and more... Recalls: Cake Kalk models may have battery issues 2024 Hayabusas may leak brake fluid 2024 Suzuki GSX-8R chains may detach News Stor…

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Backflips from Rare DVD 'Flipped Out' with Carey Hart, Caleb Wyatt and Mike Metzger and the future 1:12:20

5M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Have you watched the rare moto vid 'Flipped Out'? No? Well, there's a good reason for that. Not many people have! But this week Clint Esposito and I were given super secret access thanks to Paul Taublieb, Executive Producer from Taublieb Films to watch one of the most in-depth videos discussing the first Backflips landed in Freestyle Motocross! Fro…

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The Best and Worst Travel Moments of 2023 (#175) 1:05:14

6M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

What do the Newark, New York JFK, and Seattle airports have in common? Could burnt avocado toast in Chile compete with a Times Square Applebees for the worst food on the ground? #nerdbirds Brendan, Charlie, Rachel, and Sebastian share their answers to the best and worst flights, airports, hotels, food, and experiences of 2023.…

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2006 was Travis' near sweep of X Games! FMX, Best Trick, Rally and first Double Flip. TBT w/ Clint Eposito 46:16

6M ago46:16

46:16

Here it is! The throwback to 2006 when Travis Pastrana only managed to do one FMX run, and it was enough to win on the same weekend that he landed the Double Backflip in Best Trick only one or two nights earlier and then took a Gold medal in Rally as well! Only 5 riders made it to the final for Freestyle MX which is probably more on account of the …

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Renner slays the sand in Dubai - TBT Live / FMX Riot 3 (DUBAI) 59:46

6M ago59:46

59:46

For this weeks Throwback Thursday we tune in to watch the 3rd and final FMX Riot 3 competition. For the last instalment, the crew headed into the Middle East for the first ever Freeride competition in the region in Dubai, UAE. 5 of the sickest Freeriders drove through bedouin villages before reaching the Arabian Sand Dunes and get to scout out all …

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TBT 2007 Kyle Loza - His first time at X Games first jump lands the first VOLT and gets first Gold Medal! 48:16

6M ago48:16

48:16

It's crazy to think but in 2007 at X Games Best Trick, it was the first time we had ever seen Kyle Loza at X Games, and he came with a trick that nobody had ever landed. The Body Varial called a 'Volt' which he obviously named. Loza went on to create the Electric Doom and Electric Death and also the first rider to attempt the Bike Varial which has …

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Ep 17 - AMA Turns 100, Another BMW Stop Sale Order, and Death of SONDORS? 1:30:25

6M ago1:30:25

1:30:25

We talk about another BMW stop sale order, AMA is turning 100, Harley to show off new models, a hydrogen Kawasaki H2, SONDORS might be dying, and more... Recalls: Headlight issues on certain 2021-2024 BMW R18 Models Some 2019-2023 Can-Am Rykers may have fuel pump malfunctions News Stories: Follow Up: Jedi Motor baby street glide… there’s a police v…

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Truck Talk with Bendix: Automatic Emergency Braking 13:42

6M ago13:42

13:42

An automatic emergency braking (AEB) system uses multiple sensor technologies and subsystems that work together to sense when a truck is in a crash-imminent situation and automatically applies the vehicle brakes if the driver has not done so, or automatically applies more braking force to supplement the driver’s applied braking. In this episode of …

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Where did Metz and Link go? TBT Live / FMX Riot 2 (Swingarm City) 34:55

6M ago34:55

34:55

As we get into the middle of the FMX Riot series of Freeride competitions wayyy back in the old days on this weeks Throwback Thursday live viewing, we were expecting to see a big return from Mike Metzger and as far as Clint Esposito and I were aware as we were watching it live, Metz was on top! But to our surprise and probably that of everyone, Met…

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When the moment arrives TWITCH & METZ rise to the occasion : TBT Live / FMX Riot 1 40:35

7M ago40:35

40:35

This weeks Throwback Thursday Live companion was a huge one with the first ever FMX Riot 1 competition held in SoCal featuring some of the biggest names in FMX, Motocross and Freeride! Clint Esposito and I step back in time when Freeride MX competitions were as rare as hens teeth but with riders who were ready to dominate the landscape they were gi…

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Ep 16 - Separating Steering Columns, Harley Clones, and Fantasy League for Dakar 1:08:27

7M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

We talk about Motocompacto stickers selling well, motorcycle gifts we gave and received, a whole bunch of recalls (including a separating steering column), electric bikes going to Dakar, Chinese Harley clones, and more... Recalls: 2020-2022 Cake Osa Flex 2023 Harley-Davidson Street Glide CVO 2022-2024 Indian Chieftain, Roadmaster, And Springfield 2…

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Brakes on a Plane & Future Travel Experience Expo Recap (#174) 36:05

7M ago36:05

36:05

Still more September travel stories await, with Rachel recapping her afternoon at the "CES of Aviation" and a more-recent thwarted attempt at a millionth mile flight. The two events had more in common than she realized, and she and fellow #nerdbird Sebastian ponder how much technology can help during a flight disruption.…

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King of the Whip heats up with more international riders! Companion with Clint Esposito 1:07:21

7M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

2023 was a huge year for King of the Whip and not just because more overseas riders made their way down to a very warm South Africa for the Best Whip themed competition. But returning to Montecasino after last years massive event, it was going to be tough to beat the vibes from the first time it went on the big stage in the centre of Johannesburg. …

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Ep 15 - Delayed Motocompactos, More Electric Hondas, and NASCAR to MotoGP? 1:14:27

8M ago1:14:27

1:14:27

We talk about Motocompacto delays (and then un-delays), Honda's two wheeled EV plans, a NASCAR team going MotoGP racing, Vespa's design/look gets protected by the court, and more... News Stories: CF Moto 700CL-X Recall AIMExpo Booth Space is Sold Out (For Now) Honda's Electric Two Wheeled Plans Mini Triumph Thruxton Spy Shots Trackhouse Racing Join…

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Ep 14 - Too Much Turkey, Not Enough Sales 1:16:44

8M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

We talk about Black Friday/Cyber Monday, Royal Enfield has another new bike, pricing of the Triumph motocross bike, companies taking maybe too much inspiration from each other, Harley-Davidson selling off part of their business, gift ideas, Indian working on wireless heated gear, and more... News Stories: Best Entry Level Motorcycle of 2023 New Roy…

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Ep 13 - Death of a Star (Venture), what makes a scooter, and stealing Kawasakis from EICMA 1:21:07

8M ago1:21:07

1:21:07

We talk about a recall for the Rocket 3, whether Yamaha is killing the Star Venture, Buell's direct to consumer and dealership hybrid sales model, a new Pet Bag from Givi, part 2 of EICMA coverage - including a 58hp 6 speed manual scooter, and more... News Stories: Triumph Rocket 3 Recall Land Moto Production Wave 2 Motorcycle Industry Council Q3 S…

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Virgin Voyages Cruising & Cereal Vending Machines (#173) 44:06

9M ago44:06

44:06

More stories from late summer travels await, with #nerdbird Sebastian sharing his Rockstar experience on Virgin Voyages. Rachel's only contribution is explaining why she no longer travels during the summer, despite stumbling upon a cereal vending machine, finding a rat in the Detroit airport, and observing fireworks from high above in Utah.…

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Ep 12 - Motocompactos selling out, a Goldwing stagecoach, and EICMA news 1:38:13

9M ago1:38:13

1:38:13

We talk about Motocompacto preorders, an All-Women racing series, a maybe not vaporware 400-ish mile electric motorcycle, weird co-branding choices by Indian, the first bits of EICMA news, and more... News Stories: All-Women Racing Series from FIM Evoke 6061-GT - Electric Touring Motorcycle? 2024 Indian Motorcycle updates, including a limited editi…

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Sheeny on the humble apple. And the Triple Flip 13:16

8M ago13:16

13:16

Here's a quick interview which was planned for 5 minutes during the break at the Supercross de Lyon show in 2022 and has not been released until now. Yes, it's a little late but still everything is completely relevant. Especially on how much I learned about apples, cider and wine. And finding out which is the best apple for each of the jobs. Sheeny…

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Ep 11 - Sturgis tracking cell phones, Chinese concept bikes, and electric motorcycle history 1:37:39

9M ago1:37:39

1:37:39

We talk about the Motocompacto, Sturgis tracking cell phones for attendee data, Harley/Livewire financial updates, CF Moto bringing the heat to EICMA, an abbreviated history of electric motorcycles, and more... News Stories: Motocompacto now available Himalayan 452 color options and more specs revealed Honda CR Electric Motocross Bike has decent fi…

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Ep 10 - Italian Motocross, British Lust, and Bad Days 1:36:36

9M ago1:36:36

1:36:36

We talk about a couple updates to my bikes, more info on the Ninja 7 Hybrid, Ducati's new 10,000+ rpm single and motocross effort, new special edition paint options from Triumph, Yamaha's beautiful new retro bike, BMW's new 200hp sport tourer, and more... News Stories: New Ninja 7 HEV Info Ducati's New 659cc Single Cylinder Engine Ducati is Enterin…

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Ep 9 - 3 Wheeled Hybrid, 2 Leaking Harleys, and 1 Hydrogen Scooter 1:33:48

9M ago1:33:48

1:33:48

We talk about Saddlemen's Mini Fairing leaks, 2024 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, new bikes from Yamaha and Royal Enfield, two Harley recalls, a correction/follow up from last week, preview some of the concepts from the 2023 Japan Mobility Show (including Yamaha's wild TMW three wheeled dual sport hybrid concept), and more... News Stories: Drag Speci…

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Blimp Rides, Alaska Airbus Farewell, Million Mile Flight Quest: September Travel Tales (#172) 34:35

10M ago34:35

34:35

Travel Tales return with a focus on late summer/September experiences: Eric talks about his spontaneous ride on a blimp, Charlie recaps a record number of canceled flights, and Rachel starts to ponder where to take a millionth mile flight.

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Biggest jumps yet at Red Bull Imagination 4.0 Companion with Clint Esposito 1:25:15

9M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

We're back with another Companion Podcast!This is designed to be watched in companion with the Red Bull Imagination 4.0 full competition video on YouTube if you really REALLY want to follow along.If you don't have time, this is way easier and hopefully funnier when I joined Clint Esposito on his show to watch the competition for the first time and …

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Ep 8 - Question Your "Human to Wheel" Ratio 1:58:14

10M ago1:58:14

1:58:14

We talk about Kawasaki's upcoming hybrid, Royal Enfield being smart by putting Noraly/Itchy Boots on the pre-production Himalayan 450/452, an almost 70mph Segway, a 690cc Super scooter, Honda's E-Clutch for those that don't want to deal with a clutch, plans for my Sportster and more... News Stories: Kawasaki Ninja 7 HEV Himalayan 450/452 production…

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Ep 7 - More Roads to Rewired Hardwires 1:30:09

10M ago1:30:09

1:30:09

We talk about BMW lifting their stop sale order, pig races, someone actually did replicate the Long Way Up Livewires, some attractive pricing on new Triumph 400 models, a 300cc V-Twin Cruiser, reading between the lines of Buell Super Cruiser pre-order numbers, an overview of the past few years of Harley-Davidson, and more... News Stories: BMW Stop …

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Ep 6 - Not Sponsored by BMW 1:13:36

10M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

We talk about BMW Motorrad changing the head of design, getting ready to release the new R 1300, US BMW Motorrad dealers not being allowed to sell any gas powered BMW - new or used... a lot of BMW talk, our experience at Turbos & Tacos, new leaks from Kawasaki and Royal Enfield, rewatching Long Way Up, and more... News Stories: BMW Motorrad issues …

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Ep 5 - Bypassing Ignition Locks, Dealers, and Logic 1:08:21

10M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

We talk about potential issues with Kawasaki keys, more Honda Motocompacto talk, AMA Hall of Fame inductions, new Ducati spy shots, onslaught of Chinese models we'll probably never get, buying a Suzuki scooter without going into a dealership, a ridiculous first bike suggestion, should the V-Strom keep the "V", and more... News Stories: Potential Ka…

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Ep 4 - Broken Fasteners, A Dead Rally, and New Motocompos 1:40:13

10M ago1:40:13

1:40:13

We talk about the Harley's recall and trademark issues, a bunch of new motorcycles, possible end to a large motorcycle rally, swappable battery mini bikes, Honda's new Motocompacto, and way more... News Stories: Harley Softail Recall Harley/Hero Trademark Issue Thunder In The Valley Ends? QJ/SSR make it official US Honda Transalp down on power Hond…

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Lightning Round: Passport Edition, Part 2 (#171) 46:35

11M ago46:35

46:35

When Lightning Round episodes were the rage in 2020, some of the #nerdbirds answered questions about all things passports. For 2023, a few more (Brendan, David, Pilot Sarah, Sebastian) appear and share thoughts on passport design from esoteric countries (and a micronation), what happens when one loses all forms of ID when traveling, and the end of …

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Ep 3 - Bigger, Faster, Stronger: Bugs & Bikes 1:08:08

11M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

We talk about the first real photos of Triumph's dirt bike project, April's new RS457, a cruiser with a fuel range more than almost every vehicle, no more lane splitting in Texas, and more... News Stories: Latest Triumph Motocross Bike Developments New Aprilia RS457 Qidian 150C - 130mpg Cruiser Texas Outlaws Lane Splitting Lane Splitting Safety Lan…

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