Moto Adventurer Unscripted
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -On Moto Adventurer Unscripted we talk about motorcycles, outdoor life, adventure, travel, riding techniques, and tastes, along with motorcycle industry headlines. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
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Episode 65: Kevin Sorce
April 15, 2024 10:51 - 2 hours - 246 MBKevin is the man behind Wheel Worx in Stockholm, NJ. If you've ever been curious about building a tougher wheel, repairing a rim, re-lacing a wheel, or even feeling crazy enough to re-lace a different-sized rim, Kevin is your guy. In this episode, we talk about everything motorcycle wheels and more. Check out Wheel Worx online www.wheelwx.com Follow Wheel Worx on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wheelwrx/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
Episode 64: Sam Manicom
April 01, 2024 10:50 - 3 hours - 257 MBSam Manicom is a world traveler, motorcycle overlander, and published author. In the early 90's Sam decided to travel to Africa via motorcycle, barely knowing how to ride a motorcycle at the time. That experience evolved into an 8 journey of circumnavigating the globe. Sam shares his story with us, along with wisdom about packing the motorcycle, stealth camping, and camp cooking. (Originally recorded 1/6/23) Check out Sam's website: https://www.sam-manicom.com/ Look up Sam's books (and ...
Episode 63: ADV Hard Enduro
March 18, 2024 23:23 - 2 hours - 252 MBReturning guest Andy Janik tells us about his experience racing his Tenere 700 in the KXCR Hard Enduro last fall. We discuss what it takes to harden an ADV bike for the toughest off-road terrain, and more. (Originally recorded 1/9/23) Follow Andy Janik & Heavy Enduro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overkillandy/ https://www.instagram.com/heavyenduro Check out Heavy Enduro online: https://www.heavyenduro.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m...
Episode 62: Cait Maher
March 05, 2024 12:00 - 2 hours - 224 MBCait Maher is a dual-sport enthusiast, established solo long-distance rider, and motorcycle journalist. We cover everything from her challenging entry into motorcycles to tips about safety and endurance pavement riding, with lots of stories in between. Follow Cait on Instagram @caitmadethat https://www.instagram.com/caitmadethat/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
Episode 61: Mike King
February 12, 2024 11:50 - 2 hours - 196 MBMike King is the General Manager of Ride Northern Kentucky. Like many riders, Mike was exposed to motorcycles early on but got out of riding for a period of time. Mike went to Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and began working as a dealer mechanic and eventually working his way up through the business to become the GM. Mike and I talk about his riding interests, along with various parts of the buying experience, and what kinds of things customers should be looking for and a whole lot more. (or...
Episode 60: ADV Potpourri with Mark & Dana
February 05, 2024 11:50 - 1 hour - 209 MBMark Scherrens and Dana Brown return to the show to cover a myriad of ADV related topics. Both guys currently live in the southeastern part of the U.S., so we talk about the best riding areas in that part of the country, along with winter and summer riding tips. We also talk about the best and worst trends in the ADV space, what their "Frankenstein bike" would be, and a lot more. (Originally recorded 12/14/23) Follow Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride.wrench.repeat/https://w...
Episode 59: Brian Ballard
January 29, 2024 11:50 - 2 hours - 246 MBBrian Ballard is the owner-operator of A&J Cycles in New York. Brian is a Triumph twin enthusiast, runs a flat track racing team, and otherwise promotes hooligan racing. Brian and I talk about building the A&J Cycles brand, lots of nuts and bolts about flat track racing, and his enthusiasm for building amazing custom motorcycles. (originally recorded 12/7/23) Check out A&J Cycles NY: https://www.ajcyclesny.com/ Follow A&J Cycles on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aandjcycles/ --- S...
Episode 58: Shop talk with Dana Brown
January 15, 2024 11:50 - 2 hours - 232 MBDana Brown is back with us for another round of ADV shop talk. Since we last heard from Dana, he's experienced a bit of an "off" with his Tiger 900. He's also started working for a Triumph Dealership in Charleston, SC. We chat about his crash recovery, life at the dealership, delve into the motorcycle market, talk about the motorcycle buying experience in Charleston, and more. Follow Dana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strykeradv/ Follow Dana's Blog: https://strykeradv.com/ ...
Episode 57: Drew Faulkner
January 08, 2024 11:50 - 2 hours - 190 MBPrevious guest Mark Scherrens steals the microphone and puts me in the hot seat for two hours. Mark teases me about my beer snobbishness, we talk about ADV bike racing, including the behind-the-scenes of how the Kentucky ADV race class came to be, how folks can prepare to race an adventure bike, the kind of gear I race in, thinks I've done to upgrade the Scrambler, and more. Check out Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride.wrench.repeat/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.insta...
Episode 56: Kane Wagner
December 26, 2023 11:50 - 1 hour - 204 MBKane Wagner is an Ohio Adventure enthusiast, military veteran, rally host, and skills instructor. Kane tells us about his journey getting into motorcycles, then we get into the various events he hosts in Eastern Ohio and Pennsylvania, adventure bikes including his Tenere 700, Appalachian ADV, skills training, and more. (Originally recorded 5/24/23) Follow Kane on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kane.appalachianadv/ Check out Appalachian ADV's website: https://www.appalachianadv.com/...
Episode 55: Jeff Pierce
December 11, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 216 MBJeff Pierce is a close friend who's closely responsible for helping me find adventure riding. Jeff purchased a KTM 990 new and rode it solo from Ohio to Alaska. He tells us about his return to motorcycles after his Navy discharge, his trip to Alaska, scrambling a Harley Sportster, and more. This episode was originally recorded in February 2023. Check out Chris McCandless's story "Into the Wild" --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
Episode 54: Matt Kelley
November 27, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 223 MBAfter a long break, Podcasts are back. This episode has been in the can since January 2023. Matt Kelley is a good friend of mine and BMW GS Trophy Competitor. Matt is a seasoned adventure rider, racer, and "big bike" enthusiast. We talk about his trip to Mongolia to compete in the BMW GS Trophy, building his Scrambled Sportster, his preference for ADV motorcycles over dirt bikes, and a whole lot more. Check out Matt's Hill climb run @ 2023 March Moto Madness More about GS Trophy Mongolia ...
Episode 53: Aled Morgan
February 06, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 224 MBAnother returning guest, Aled Morgan is a Rally Racer, off-roader, and former Motorsports industry marketing specialist. We recap the best parts of the Dakar Rally along with some deeper analysis of the final results. That transitions into a larger discussion about Rally Racing. Aled goes on to convince me that Motocross is one of the best ways to get into dirt bikes which transitions into philosophy about how to evolve in motorcycling. We also try to predict a little bit about the future m...
Episode 52: Jeff Dozier
January 30, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 225 MBJeff Dozier is the architect of the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway (DBBB). We sit down to discuss the genesis behind the planning and development of the DBBB, what went into the official "construction" of the DBBB. We chat about maintenance, the importance of partnership with local municipalities and trail organizations, how expansion is done, and a little about his motorcycle experience. Check out the DBBB: https://www.ridethedbbb.org/ https://www.facebook.com/ridethedbbb/ The Narrows Ro...
Episode 51: Bryan Campbell
January 24, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 184 MBBryan Campbell is the head of media communications for Alpinestars adventure touring. We met many years ago when he was working as a journalist in the automotive and motorcyclist industries. We talk about his new transition to Alpinestars, we dive into the various gear available for adventure and dual-sport riders. We talk about new technology, the new airbag technology filtering down from the Dakar Rally, where Alpinestars intends to go this year, along with the backstory of how Bryan got i...
Episode 50: Payton Hardin
January 16, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 185 MBPayton is a Kentucky native and off-road woods racer. In 2022, Payton stood on top of the podium in both Kentucky Cross-Country (KXCR) and Indiana Cross-Country racing series (IXCR) as the top pro racer. We talk about the highs and lows of his journey to the series' champion this year, the damage to both bikes and body, and the gratitude he has for the people that helped get him to the top step. Follow Payton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/payton.hardin222/ Hit me with e-mails a...
Episode 49: Adventure Racing Round-table
January 11, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 235 MBAfter a full season of Adventure Motorcycle Cross-country racing I sit down with Conrad Stodgell, Andy Janik, and Kevin Madison to talk about what we learned from racing 500-pound street bikes off-road in the Kentucky XC Racing (KXCR) series. We discuss lessons learned, strategies, how to set the bikes up, the best and worst parts of racing, some industry news, and more. Follow the crew! https://www.instagram.com/conradstodgell/ https://www.instagram.com/overkillandy/ https://www.insta...
Dakar Rally 2023 Recap #2
January 10, 2023 02:57 - 1 hour - 119 MBIt's rest day after 8 stages of Dakar Rally racing. Andy Janik and I sit down to talk about the highlights from Stages 5-8, how the rules have impacted the current standings, along with going over all of the U.S. competitors in the motorcycle category, and more. Follow Andy: https://www.instagram.com/overkillandy/ American Rally Originals Coverage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNsnbx8sw0c Kove Rally 450 https://www.advpulse.com/adv-news/new-kove-450-rally...
Episode 48: Matt Carman
January 06, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 226 MBMatt is a Nevada-based adventure rider and hooligan racer. Matt and I talk about desert racing, his adventures with his former Triumph Tiger, and the difference between life in the northeast versus living out west. Matt and I get into dirt bikes versus adv bikes for racing, the specific flavors of west coast desert racing, the loss of his Tiger 800, the acquisition of his new 900 Rally Pro, Racing Reno to Vegas, and more. Follow Matt: https://www.instagram.com/z1kwnderer https://www.face...
Dakar Rally 2023 Commentary
January 05, 2023 02:46 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis morning was the end of Stage 4 of the 2023 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia. Dakar coverage is very hard to come by and I want to invite more people to follow the race because it's such an amazing spectacle, so Mark Scherrens and talk about how 2023 Rally is unfolding, how it differs from prior years, how the rules and new competitors are shaking up the event, rally highlights, who to watch and what we expect to see going forward. Dakar Results https://www.dakar.com/en/rankings Lyndon Pos...
Episode 47: Ryan Wheatley
December 26, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 230 MBRyan is a Maryland native, still residing in the Northeast. One of the original Red River Scramble adventurers, Ryan and I talk about how he got into motorcycles, his ride around the country on a shoestring budget, the art of the wheelie, some inaugural Red River Scramble details I wasn't aware of, and his recent success in the cross-country racing scene. Follow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onewheelwheatley/ Deleware Valley Trail Riders https://www.dvtrailriders.org/ As...
Episode 46: Kevin Madison
December 19, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 244 MBKevin is an Ohio native, fellow ADV enthusiast, and fat bike off-road racer. We chat about his experience jumping into the ADV scene with both feet; challenges with racing adventure bikes, his experiences at adventure rallies, and the fantastic ADV community. Follow Kevin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisuthetiger/ https://www.instagram.com/cincysmoke_s4/ If you haven't already, please check out our show sponsor, Vicarious Magazine: https://www.vicariousmag.com/current-issue/?...
Episode 45: Super 73 R-Brooklyn Review
December 16, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 48.5 MBBack in October, I got the chance to spend two weeks on Super 73's R-Brooklyn electric bicycle. For motorcycle folks, an e-bike may not sound like your cup of tea, but I promise, it will sneak up on you. I go through the R-Brooklyns specs, my riding experience with it, who I think the target audience is, and how these bikes are breaking ground for future opportunities. Hit me with your comments: [email protected] Check out the R-Brooklyn here: https://super73.com/products/super73-r-broo...
Episode 44: 2023 Dakar Rally Preview
December 15, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 51.7 MBFrom December 31st until January 15th, competitors on motorcycles, quads, side-by-sides, cars, and trucks will be racing in what is said to be the most difficult off-road event in the world, the Dakar Rally. In today's show, I explain what the Dakar Rally is, a brief history of the rally, define rally racing, highlight some of the motorcycle competitors, along with other commentary about the race. Winter here in the midwest is a miserable time as a motorcyclists, so the Dakar Rally is a ra...
Winter Podcast Update
December 14, 2022 12:00 - 3 minutes - 6.86 MBPer my comments on previous shows, it's been difficult to keep up with the podcast during the racing season. I want to apologize for the gap in the shows, but there's some new stuff on the horizon. Send E-mails to [email protected] Let me know how the new audio sounds. Looking forward to an exciting new "season" of shows. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
Episode 43: Rachel Gutish
December 12, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 186 MBRachel is a multi-discipline motorcycle racer from southwest Indiana. She's been racing motorcycles since age 5 and currently competes in Grand National Cross-Country (GNCC), enduro-cross, national enduro, and extreme enduro. She's also an X-games bronze medalist and International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) world champion. In today's episode, Rachel and I talk about the different off-road racing disciplines she competes in. She tells us about her training regimen, choice and preferences in mo...
Episode 42: Heather Wilson
December 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 220 MBHeather Wilson is a motorsports media and marketing specialist. After many years at the American Motorcyclists Association (AMA), Heather now offers exclusive services directly to clients in the motorsports industry. Heather and I discuss the challenges and development of her recent ventures, stories, and advice from a motorcycle safety course instructor. We also debate effective ways to conduct off-road and navigation training, along with commentary about motorcycle rally planning and organ...
Episode 41: Conrad Stodgell
November 28, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 220 MBConrad is one of my partners in crime racing big bikes in Kentucky Cross Country Racing (KXCR). A Marine veteran, Conrad and I talk about his history with motorcycles and explore all the rabbit holes around purchasing and modifying his Honda Africa Twin to race. He tells us about his experience racing his Africa Twin in AMA Grand National Cross Country (GNCC), racing in KXCR, and how to cope and keep your head in the game when you're injured. Follow Conrad @ConradStodgell on Instagram htt...
Episode 40: ADV Potpourri with Mark Scherrens
November 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 218 MBAfter a long summer of no podcasts, we're back behind the microphone. Mark Scherrens and I sit down to talk about all kinds of motorcycle potpourri. We chat about the new Transalp news, racing the Triumph Scrambler in KXCR over the summer. We recap a little about Red River Scrambler; have some debate about how the latest economic news may impact the ADV segment. There's some talk about riding with family, the usual suspension nonsense, the KTM 950 vs 990 and who knows what else. Follow Ma...
Episode 39: Gauge Key
October 13, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 174 MBGauge Key is a Hard Enduro dirt bike racer from southern Kentucky. Gauge is a member of the Kentucky Cross-Coutnry Race Team (KXCR), was the top amateur in the 2022 Rebull Tennesee Knockout, a member of the elite class team that finished 2nd at the Perry Mountain 24-hour challenge. We talk about his early off-road experience riding cross country at a very young age. He tells us about his transition to racing "slow" but nearly impossible terrain in hard enduro and how it's become his passion...
Episode 38: Hare Scrambling a Scrambler
May 02, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 62 MBLife has been in the driving seat for the last few weeks but I say down to talk about my most recent experience racing my 2013 Triumph Scrambler in round 1 of Kentucky Cross Country Racing in Clay City, Kentucky. Scrambler Build: https://motoadventurer.com/2022/03/27/triumph-scrambler-project-stage-4-upgrades/ Race Video: https://youtu.be/Ol981cLbYE4 Race video with narration: https://youtu.be/9BSyg65KSO0 KXCR: https://youtu.be/9BSyg65KSO0 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters....
Episode 37: Everything ADV with Overkill Andy
April 11, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 236 MBAndy Janik is back on the show to talk about everything "Adventure". Andy fills us in on his recent trip out to race the Biltwell 100. We debate what defines an adventure bike, how to set up a bike for ADV riding, how can we bring new people into the ADV segment. From training newer ADV riders, Andy offers advice for new adventure riders, and beginner ADV Rider pitfalls to avoid. We devolve into a discussion about dirt riders vs ADV riders, Tire nonsense and more. Follow Andy: https://www...
Episode 36: Darryl Killboy Cannon
April 04, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 192 MBDarryl Cannon is the original photographer at the Tail of the Dragon. 318 curves in 11-miles, The tail of the Dragon is a section of US-129 outside of Maryville, Tennesse. On the show today, Darryl tells us about his early days of motorcycling. How he got the name "Killboy". How he started out shooting photos at Deal's Gap. Circumstances that led to leaving motorcycling. Plans for future video content, which actually led to talking about electric motorcycles. Risks of riding at Deal's Gap. H...
Episode 35: KC Elkins
March 28, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 215 MBKC is a painter and custom motorcycle builder. I met KC racing in the Kentucky cross-country series. We talk about his transition from motocross to woods racing, his early life in motorcycles in rural Kentucky, and how a myriad of odd jobs led into working in a shop with his dad. He tells me about what all goes into custom paint, including his personal "style" of painting. I ask him about his approach to custom bike builds, and his favorite projects. He gives me a few tips on how to keep tra...
Episode 34: Ben Williams
March 21, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 221 MBBen Williams is the personality behind @MotoCampNerd on Instagram. Ben's a motorcycle enthusiast, but also an avid camper. He operates a digital marketplace for camping gear with a bend toward moto-campers. We talk about what it takes to take a garage business to a brick-and-mortar business. We discuss targeted advertising, best marketing strategies, and his focus for the future. We also discuss how he and his wife like to set up a moto-camp and what gear and food they pack for the occasion....
Episode 33: Rick Sowry
March 14, 2022 13:34 - 2 hours - 194 MBRick is a long-time friend of mine that is responsible for getting me into riding off-road and also introducing me to long-distance riding. Rick and his wife tour two-up for their annual vacation each year which usually means a 5,000 mile plus trip out to the western U.S. His wife does the navigating and Rick does the "driving". Rick and I discuss the details of that relationship, along with how he kept his Triumph Tiger 800 running for over 100,000 miles. We talk about selecting his next 12...
Episode 32: Pryce Hardin
March 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 211 MBPryce is a seasoned dirt bike racer, mechanic, entrepreneur, motorcycle rescuer, shop owner, and swap meet shark. Pryce and I talk about his upbringing in motorcycles, his time in and out of racing, switching from 4-strokes to 2-strokes and even dropping back down to the 125. How he got into choppers, swap meets, and building motorcycles. We discuss his time at the Powersports Institute, why he loves old motorcycles, how he puts together vintage bikes, and everything in between. Follow Pryc...
Episode 31: Derek Blankenship
February 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 209 MBDerek is the man behind the rebirth of the Kentucky Cross-Country Racing series (KXCR). Derek and I talk about his early riding experiences, his first series of motorcycles, his return to motorcycles after his military experience. We discuss what it takes to put on a racer series, tastes in dirtbikes, favorite riding terrain, and everything else. Follow Derek on Instagram Check out KXCR https://kxcracing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kxcracing/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc69IhM...
Episode 30: Bill DeVore
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 240 MBWhen Bill DeVore isn't chasing me around the Kentucky backcountry, photographing me crashing on the racetrack, or saving lives as an EMT, he's the president of Cincinnati Cafe Racer (CCR). CCR is a motorcycle social club built on Facebook with thousands of members across greater Cincinnati. CCR hosts the annual Garage Brewed Moto Show. The Garage Brewed show has bikes from custom choppers, vintage survivors, to scrambled UJMs and everything in between. Bill and I discuss the mechanics of hos...
Episode 29: Mark Scherrens
February 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 210 MBMark Sherrens is an ADV nut in northern Georgia. Mark and I discuss his lengthy experience with various KTM adventure bikes, his Tiger 800, and ultimately his return to KTM with his new 1090. We talk a lot about "big bike" life, riding in Georgia, Tennesse, and I think he's convinced me to ADV camp in Michigan. We discuss in jest and in seriousness about the different motorcycle archetypes you'll meet. Brace yourself for an overload of sarcasm and enjoy the show. Follow Mark @ride.wrench.re...
Episode 28: Liz Kiniery
February 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 208 MBLiz Kiniery is from Philidelpia. She's an off-road racer, trailblazer, event organizer, and like all of our guests, she's moto-maniac. Today we talk a little about what it's like being an Urban motorcyclist, how folks evolve in the motorcycle experience, her experience working with the Delaware Valley Trail Riders. We touch on how motorcycles get names, her racing experience, hare scrambling versus enduro racing, and what it takes to put on a race event. Follow Liz @LizIsMoto on Instagram:...
Episode 27: Aled Morgan
January 31, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 220 MBAled Morgan is a rally racer, adventure rider, and off-road enthusiast. Aled has recently moved to Atlanta but was born in raised in Wales, UK. He has raced in various places around the world and shares his experience with rally racing. We talk about his beginnings in off-road riding, running Rally Duck, off-training, scrambling Harleys, philosophy of adventure motorcycle buying, and his transition to Triumph Motorcycles here in the US. Follow Aled on Instagram @Aledm9 or https://www.inst...
Episode 26: Dana Brown
January 24, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 228 MBDana Brown is a Blogger, Instagram personality, adventure rider, Army veteran, and Triumph Tiger aficionado. Dana and I talk about his evolution as a motorcyclist, from dirtbikes in Colorado to the Tiger 900 Rally Pro in South Carolina. Dana has ridden ADV bikes in various locations around the US. We debate ADV bikes, ADV culture, East vs. West Coast Riding, and more. Follow Dana on Instagram @StrykerADV https://www.instagram.com/strykeradv/ and his blog: https://strykeradv.com/ --- S...
Episode 25: Odessa Winter
January 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 211 MBOdessa Winter is an Instagram personality, beer brewer, adventure motorcyclist, and traveler. I caught up with her in the foyer of the Rottweiler Performance before she, her boyfriend, and their dog cross the Mexican border into Baja on a trip that lasts as long as they can afford. We talk about motorcycles, her travels across the US, her preparation for this trip, including a new to her bike, and a long tangent about making beer. Buckle up and enjoy the show. Follow Odessa on Instagram: ht...
Episode 24: Susan Seo
January 10, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 189 MBSusan is the better half of Heavy Enduro. As a 10-year on-road motorcycle veteran she talks about what it's like to start over completely as she's learned how to tackle dirt riding. She talks about the challenges of riding motorcycles, especially dirt bikes at the leggy height of 5'3". We talk the ins and out of track days, the glory of supermoto, crash stories, her plans for racing in 2022, and off-road and adventure training from a female perspective. We also cover an awesome charity she's...
Episode 23: Overkill Andy
January 03, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 190 MBThis week I sit down with Andy Janik to talk everything motorcycles. Andy lives outside of Chicago and a big personality in the adventure space. Andy is the personality behind Heavy Enduro and he and his girlfriend spend their weekends teaching adventure motorcycle skills. In this episode we talk about his riding experience, his former Ducati MultiStrada Enduro, farkles and whatnot on his Tenere 700 and so much more. Check out Andy elsewhere: @overkillAndy on Instagram https://www.insta...
Episode 22: Subscription Farkles
December 27, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 50.1 MBI caught a news story about subscription farkles from Zero recently. I realize that's a bit of a stretch of terms, but ultimately bikes will be shipped with all of the options disabled unless you pay a premium to have upsec items activated. I discuss that, and motorcycle rentals and every farkle under the sun so buckle up with a good rant about "value". Above all else, hit me with your thoughts on farkles and what's really worth the money: [email protected] @MotoADVR on Instagram --- S...
Episode 21: Chasing Unicorns
December 20, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 45 MBAfter test riding the KLX300R, I was left a bit disappointed in the chassis and suspension. As of late I've been looking through the Dual-Sport offerings on the market and there doesn't seem to be a bike that fits what I'm looking for. I have a strong suspicion many other riders are also searching for a unicorn motorcycle. What's yours? [email protected] @MotoADVR on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/motoadvr/support
Episode 20: Electric Motorcycles
December 13, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MBI started to go off on a tangent about electric motorcycles back in the automatic transmission episode so I decided to record a dedicated episode about electric motorcycles. I admit, despite loving "the character" of a motorcycle, where electrics have none, I admit that there are major advantages to electric motorcycles and I'm anxious to ride one off-road. That said, they have some major flaws, not including range, that need to be fixed. Hit me with comments at [email protected] or DM me ...
Episode 19: Automatic Transmissions
December 06, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 36.2 MBI've recently heard more news about new Honda DCT motorcycles coming out. For those that don't know, DCT means Dual-Clutch-Transmission which for most people equates to "automatic transmission" for a motorcycle. I'm curious who these bikes are for, and if this is actually the future, considering how difficult it is to buy a manual these days. I'm anxious to hear folks' opinion so hit me at [email protected] with comments of DM me @MotoADVR on Instagram. Thanks for listening! --- Suppor...