Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast

Jensen and Shahin sit down in this latest episode to conduct Jensen's exit interview from Asphalt & Rubber, what is in store for the site going forward, and what that means for the podcast. It is an interesting look at the behind-the-scenes perspective of the motorcycle industry, and media as a whole. We hope you enjoy this detour from our usual fa…

Your favorite fools are back with another "weekly" podcast, where we discuss Jensen's retirement, life, the universe, and everything else...including motorcycles. Enjoy!By Double Apex Radio

Another weekly installment of the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast sees Jensen and Shahin talking about the new MotoGP Unlimited series, the return of the KTM 790 Duke, the debuts of the Honda Dax and Honda Hawk11 abroad, and what makes a sport-touring bike a sport-touring bike. It's a fun show. Enjoy!By Double Apex Radio

It's been a while, but don't worry - we'll catch you up on everything that's happened in the motorcycle industry.By Double Apex Radio

Welcome to 2022! It's a new year, but the same Brap Talk motorcycle podcast. Enjoy!By Double Apex Radio

In this episode, we accidentally talk about a bunch of electric motorcycles that have recently hit the motorcycle industry. We start things off with Harley-Davidson taking the Livewire public on the New York Stock Exchange. From there, we look at Ducati's reveal of its MotoE electric race bike. Next up, there is a new startup, Stark Future, making …

If you thought we talked a lot about Ducati before this episode, then you haven't seen anything yet! Get your beverages ready, and come along for the ride, as Jensen is back from the Panigale V4 S launch in Spain and the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak launch in Palm Springs, to discuss what it's like riding these two bikes. We also cover the debut of th…

In this episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast, Jensen and Shahin sit down for a debrief on the 2021 EICMA show. They discuss the bikes that debuted in Italy, and how the Milan trade show will never be the same.By Double Apex Radio

Stuck in customs from flying to Europe twice in two weeks, the lost Episode 80 covers two bike launches: the Ducati Streetfighter V2 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660. Both bikes were incredibly good, but cause some interesting ripples in their respective classes.We also cover the debut of the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP, news of MV Agusta's adventure bike…

When the Shahin is away, the Jensen will play. Off to Sardinia to ride the new Aprilia Tuareg 660, Jensen got a chance to sit down with Aprilia brand manager Cristian Barelli to discuss the birth of the company's 660 platform, and its return to the dual-sport arena.By Double Apex Radio

It is new bike season, so come join Jensen Beeler and Shahin Alvandi in their talks about the new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Pike, the updated BMW K-bikes, the Honda NT1100 for Europe, and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO for the USA. We also mourn the passing of Paul Smart, and wish his family and friends the best.…

The often talked about, but never aired, lost Cory West interview is now available for your two-wheeled loving hearts. We ask Cory the important questions, like why his fiancée has a Wikipedia page and he doesn't.By Double Apex Radio

Buckle up kids, it's time for another weekly installment from the Church of Brapistan. Today's sermon includes a conversation about bold new naming; why it's good to be beautiful, but better to be cheap; and why it's always best to tell the truth.On the motorcycle front, we look at the Ducati Multistrada V2, Suzuki GSX-S1000GT, Triumph Tiger Sport …

In this episode, you better buckle up for an hour of Jensen and Shahin talking about Ducati's upcoming 2022 models, including the DesertX and Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak. From there, it's more Italian bikes, as we ogle the MV Agusta F3 RR and how it is adapting to the upcoming WorldSSP rules for next season. We also look at the Suzuki GSX-S1000GT, an…

More than you ever wanted to know about vehicle financing, our show starts off with the question of whether Harley-Davidson's financial services is the Bar & Shield brand's secret weapon. Next, we look at Ducati's not-so-secret Streetfighter V2, which we expect to see later this year. From there, we look at the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR and the …

An omnibus show, Jensen and Shahin start with a discussion about the upcoming Triumph Tiger Sport 660, which then quickly devolves into a roundup about their most favorite and collectible motorcycles. From there, the show takes a pause (courtesy of the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tire) and come back with a ride review of the BMW R18 B and BMW R18 Trans…

In this episode we discuss the teaser debut of the Aprilia Tuareg 660, and what it means for the adventure bike market. That leads us into a larger discussion about the ADV space and what makes a bike an adventure bike (or not), including some frank talk about Ural sidecars. We also talk about the retirement announcement of Valentino Rossi, and whe…