Motorcycles & Misfits
603 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 413 ratingsThe Motorcycles and Misfits Podcast is how we share our passion for all things two-wheeled. We ride street, dirt, ADV, track, touring, vintage and scooters, and we wrench, ride, race and attend events year round. We share our stories and interviews every week from the Re-Cycle Garage in sunny Santa Cruz, Ca.
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Podcast 580: What's In Neal's Noodle?
July 01, 2024 04:04 - 1 hour - 148 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we dive into a few subjects, starting with a game called Parts From the Auto Store. Play along and let us know what we missed. Next up we hear from Neal in What's In Neal's Noodle. Neal presents to us that many bikers may actually be on the autistic spectrum, and he draws from his own experience in this conversation about neurodivergent riders. We move onto Bagel who attended another scooter rally, and try to guess from the clues how many miles he rode thi...
Podcast 579: Pakistan, Moose, Bear and Slug Rockets
June 24, 2024 03:50 - 1 hour - 164 MBWe're back from all of our trips, and have gathered in the studio for the first time in a month to share all of our stories. Liza, Stumpy John and Ray Ray made it back alive from Pakistan, and have stories about riding in landslides, a hospital visit, water crossings, and riding into the front of a truck. Jim is back from his trip to Montana and Idaho on his new Tenere 700, and has stories of wildlife that will kill you, micro camping, and visiting Evel's grave. Also, Liza finds out that Robb...
Podcast 578: The Bikeriders w/Norman Reedus and Jeff Millburn
June 21, 2024 04:17 - 1 hour - 139 MBWe bring to you this special episode dedicated to the new film the Bikeriders. It tells a fictional story inspired by the 1967 photo-book of the same name by Danny Lyon, depicting the lives of the Outlaws MC, a motorcycle club founded in McCook, Illinois. The film stars Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy, Michael Shannon, Mike Faist, and Norman Reedus. Jim and Mike sit down with Norman Reedus to talk about his role in the film as Funny Sunny, and find out what else he's been up to. Then th...
Podcast 576: Emma's First Time
June 17, 2024 01:39 - 1 hour - 141 MBWe still haven't quite recovered from our jet lag, so here's one from the vaults. Back in 2016 we met this crazy British woman named Emma, who knew more about motorcycles than anyone else. With some smooth gin and promises of fame, we lured her into our trap to join the podcast, and the rest is history. Enjoy! www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits
Podcast 577: From the Vaults: Stuntman Gary Davis
June 10, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour - 161 MBWhat do Evel Knievel, Captain America, Kenny Roberts and the Terminator have in common? In 2018 Emma, Michael and myself scored an interview with Gary Davis, the coolest guy you’ve probably never heard of. Gary was inducted into the AMA hall of fame for his career as a racer, daredevil and stuntman. In 1969 he raced alongside greats like Kenny Roberts and Gary Scott. In 1972 he beat Evil Knievel’s record by jumping 21 cars. But it wasn’t an ordinary jump. He did it with a a partner, both at t...
Podcast 575: From the Vaults: Norman Reedus
May 27, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBLiza and John are out of the country, so we decided to pull some of our favorite show out of the vaults, starting with Norman Reedus. This was a fun show to do, and we still get new listeners from Ride With Norman Reedus. Enjoy! www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits
Podcast 574: 8 Pistons and 8 Gears: Do We Care?
May 20, 2024 03:33 - 1 hour - 160 MBThis week on our show we have listeners Ed and Dave joining us from the middle of their cross country tour. They spent the weekend with the Misfits, riding through the redwoods and wrenching on bikes, and also had fun on the kiddie rides at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. We introduce a new segment called Do We Care, where we introduce some recent motorcycle news, break it down, and decide if we care or not. Let us know what you care about. Next up Neil shares stories from his recent moto tour of ...
Podcast 573: Alex Zurcher of Vintage Rides
May 13, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 155 MBThis week on our podcast we are joined by the founder of Vintage Rides motorcycle tours, Alex Zurcher. He first started riding while seeking adventure in India, and fell in love not just with the Royal Enfield, but with exploring cultures found off the beaten path. He soon realized he wanted to share all of the authentic experiences he discovered, and Vintage Rides was born. 17 years later he offers this same style of moto adventure in 19 countries, and has become one of, if not the largest, ...
Bonus Episode: All About Clutches
May 06, 2024 03:48 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBThanks for being a supporter on Patreon. Enjoy this bonus episode where we talk all about clutches.
Podcast 572: Raindrops Keep Falling at the Quail
May 06, 2024 03:41 - 2 hours - 176 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we head down to the Quail Motorcycle Gathering, and everyone came away with damp knickers. Normally it would be from the amazing array of beautiful bikes, but this year it was the rain that got our undies wet. That still didn't stop us from having a good time and getting one good interview before the rain went sideways and everyone ran for cover. Fortunately the next day we were back to our usual sunny weather for the garage, and everyone was in better mood...
Podcast 571: Crashes, Rashes and Awards
April 29, 2024 03:49 - 1 hour - 161 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about our recent crashes, rashes and awards, and why it was all worth it. Another Tesla killed a biker while in self drive mode. Who's to blame? And how do we get this to stop? Let's discuss. We catch up on our backlog of listener emails (well, almost) so keep them coming. Let us know what adventures you have planned this year. With Liza, Miss Emma, Douglas, Naked Jim and Bagel. www.vintagerides.travel breakingawayadventures.com/ www.adifferentag...
Podcast 570: The Misfits Rally ReCap
April 22, 2024 03:08 - 1 hour - 123 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we share stories from our 2nd annual Motorcycles & Misfits/Breaking Away Adventures Rally. We had a great group of people attend, and supported dirt, adv and street riding out of our beautiful Hollister Hills SVRA campground. Games were played, drinks were shared, and skills were learned in this event that feels more like a family reunion than anything else. We were also fortunate to have Brok McAllister of California Supermoto Schools on hand for personal...
Podcast 569: What's So Special About a Police Bike?
April 15, 2024 02:56 - 1 hour - 165 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Emma does a History Hole on police bikes. Did you know that Berkeley, CA was the first city with a fleet of police bikes in 1911? She shares many cool facts about these specialty bikes, including what makes them so special. This leads us in to a conversation about other working bikes, and what bikes would make a better police bike. With Liza, Miss Emma, Ray Ray, Naked Jim and Bagel. www.vintagerides.travel breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www...
Podcast 568: Vintage Rides Peruvian Adventure w/Wendy Crockett
April 08, 2024 03:39 - 1 hour - 165 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from Peru with stories to tell, and Wendy Crockett joins us to confirm Liza's stories aren't all made up. Vintage Rides is a French company that has been curating moto trips around the world, and have figured out the right combination of perfect roads and authentic experiences off the bike. Liza and Wendy's trip was no exception, with visits to Inca ruins, loads of llamas, and plenty of off road challenges. They share their stories and rev...
Podcast 567: More Visitors From the Great White North and Other Adventures
April 01, 2024 02:43 - 1 hour - 138 MBOn today's awesome motorcycle podcast we get a visit from Canadian Conner who regales us with his story of cross country travel on a KLR. Naked Jim found a new desert location to ride and Doug updates us on the garage goings on from today. Featuring Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Bagel, Stumpy John and Todd. breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www.vintagerides.travel www.adifferentagenda.com/ www.leodescapes.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com motor...
Podcast 567: LIttle Fauss, Jake's Finds and Yukon Gold
March 25, 2024 03:35 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBOn this week's motorcycle podcast, with Liza gone, things are a little random. Jake 2.0 discusses his new find, Miss Emma brings the news and we have surprise visitors from the Great White North. Featuring: Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Craigzilla, Bagel and guests Jessica and Darcy. breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www.vintagerides.travel www.adifferentagenda.com/ www.leodescapes.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com motorcyclesandmi...
Podcast 566: LIttle Fauss, Jake's Finds and Yukon Gold
March 25, 2024 03:35 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBOn this week's motorcycle podcast, with Liza gone, things are a little random. Jake 2.0 discusses his new find, Miss Emma brings the news and we have surprise visitors from the Great White North. Featuring: Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Craigzilla, Bagel and guests Jessica and Darcy. breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www.vintagerides.travel www.adifferentagenda.com/ www.leodescapes.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com motorcyclesandmi...
Podcast 565: Moin Khan In The House!
March 18, 2024 04:40 - 2 hours - 169 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast our favorite Pakistani sexy mofo is here, none other than Moin Khan himself. Besides our upcoming Stumpistan trip (now combined with Chickistan, so we're calling it Chumpistan), Moin is first leading a new tour in Vietnam next month. In addition to adding Vietnam to his list, he lead his first tour of Tanzania last year which came right after a record rainy season. This lead to some true adventures that included drowning bikes in a river, seeing elephants, ...
Podcast 564: Münch On This
March 11, 2024 03:22 - 2 hours - 173 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from LA, and has stories of her adventures on a mobility scooter in Disneyland. In addition, she visited the Bike Shed and the Petersen Museum, where she spotted a weird looking bike called a Münch. This gives Emma the perfect opportunity to do a History Hole on Münch Motorcycles, as well as other bikes using motors from the automobile world. Next up we are joined by Thor Drake of See See Motor Coffee and the One Moto Show in Portland. W...
Podcast 563: Best Investments in Accessories For Your Bike
March 04, 2024 04:05 - 2 hours - 177 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Liza is going through a change in life, and has some ideas of what direction to go. Now are they good ideas? That remains to be determined. Let us know what you think. In the meantime, we play some new games; the Ninja game, and the highest priced/lowest price game. Play along and see how well you do. Lastly, we talk about upgrades for your bike. What areas are manufacturers cutting corners on their products, and what are the best investment you can make in...
Podcast 562: So You Want More Power?
February 26, 2024 04:17 - 2 hours - 171 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about ways to get more power out of your bike. You can start with the basics, like air filter, exhaust and remapping. Then you can move on to big bore kits, superchargers, cams and lifters. And don't forget about race fuel and fuel additives. How well do all these things work? And the bigger question; are they worth it? With Liza, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www.vintagerides.travel www.adifferentage...
Podcast 561: Pushing Miles with Wendy Crockett and Ian McPhee
February 19, 2024 04:24 - 2 hours - 172 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about the goings on in the garage, as well as an update on legislation concerning e-bikes. Next up we are joined by Wendy and Ian, who wrote a book on their record setting long distance ride. The description for the book is "The inspiring true story of a 100,000-mile motorcycle world record attempt where everything that could possibly go wrong, went spectacularly wrong", and they join us to share even more stories from this epic trip. Added bonus, ...
Podcast 560: What Bike Is Most In Need of a Factory Upgrade?
February 12, 2024 04:40 - 2 hours - 177 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we hear from Stumpy John, who has had two different recent adventure rides that left him assessing his life's choices. But thankfully he bounces back well, and is joined by Josh to tell the tales of their trip to the Misfits Desert Hare. Another choice John needs to make is which bike's should he sell, and what should he buy? Gilles joins us all the way from Quebec on his Kawasaki W800. He's been touring the US since November, and made it all the way to Cal...
Podcast 559: What's the Best Bike For A Tuscan Tour?
February 05, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 163 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we dive back into last week's conversation about adding color to brake fluid while flushing the lines. This has been quite controversial, and the same debate has been had by every car and motorcycle forum out there. Liza did some extensive research and shares her findings from the web. Cat McLeod is here and he's got a list of bikes for us to look at. These are all the bikes available on his new Tuscan tour, and it's hard to pick the which one is the best....
Podcast 558: That's Cool, But Is It Cool Cool?
January 29, 2024 04:32 - 2 hours - 175 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we share some things we think are cool. The group takes a vote after each presentation and decides if it's just cool, or if everyone agrees that it's cool cool. Then we ask the question; what came first, gasoline or the gasoline engine? The answer is not that simple, and more interesting than you thought. Next up we play the alphabet game using motorcycle brands and models. Play along and see how well you do. Liza is still holding onto an idea about dying...
Podcast 557: Mindblowing Geometry and Physics of Braking
January 22, 2024 04:16 - 2 hours - 165 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we jump right into listener emails, and the conversations that come from them. First up, do modern sport bikes brake better than a vintage bike or a cruiser? It's hard to believe but the answer is no. We get into the physics and geometry that explains why bikes may be safer, but the stopping distance has not improved in 50 years. Between emails we play a couple of games that you can play along with. How many models of bike brands can you name? Can you do b...
Podcast 556: Biker Identity Crisis
January 15, 2024 04:14 - 2 hours - 176 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about the following: The Dakar Rally so far Bagel's new purchase Who can find the best deal for $1500 Being an aging biker and dealing with shifting comfort levels while also recognizing that it effects your identity as a rider Bikes we regret owning Listener emails With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Ray Ray, Scottie, Naked Jim and Bagel breakingawayadventures.com/misfits-rally-vol-2 www.vintagerides.travel https://adifferentagenda.com/ https://www....
Podcast 555: Live to Ride, Ride to Eat Seabugs
January 08, 2024 04:21 - 2 hours - 174 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we find out why Emma is the best tool in the shop. She quickly identifies nagging unsolved issues on bikes with ease, plus we don't have to share our shrimp with her. Jim's got renewed spark for his Honda Ascot Flat Tracker project, and we discuss the best way to approach it for him. Meanwhile Liza spent the day trying all of the gadgets used to help you change tires, and found that they all failed her. Tire changing sucks! But to make her feel better, sh...
Podcast 554: Misfits New Years Eve Jamboree
January 01, 2024 03:22 - 1 hour - 160 MBHappy New Years from the Misfits! This being our final show of 2023, we decided to invite listeners to join us via Zoom for our recording, and hear what they have to say. We talk about what bike is next on the list to buy, what's the next riding destination, and what everyone considers the golden era of motorcycles. The 90's sportbike era, the 1920s when people started to travel more by motorcycle, or is it still to come with all of the new technology around the corner? What do you think? Th...
Podcast 553: What Do You Want From a Smart Helmet?
December 18, 2023 03:46 - 2 hours - 177 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we bring to you our pre-holiday ramblings. Here's what we talk about: -Liza, and Jim had a perfect ride while bike swapping and comparing three similar but different sport touring bikes. -Trips, trips trips! Are you ready to take a trip next year? We talk about the trips we have planned and where we want to go in the future. -Liza wants to give away a motorcycle next year, and we want your input. What kind of bike would you want? -Smart helmets; will they...
Podcast 552: Fixing Santa's Cycle
December 11, 2023 04:29 - 2 hours - 176 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Matthew Biberman, who is the author of a brand new children's book called Fixing Santa's Cycle. Did you know that Santa rides a motorcycle? All this time people thought they were hearing reindeer hoofs when it was actually the sweet exhaust sounds from his Vincent. Matthew is the son of bike builder Big Sid Biberman, who was well known for his wrenching skills on vintage bikes. In fact, it was a special build of a Vincati that brought Matth...
Podcast 551: Santa Cruz Is Changing The World
December 04, 2023 04:25 - 2 hours - 168 MBWhat does Zero Motorcycles, Onewheel, surfing, flying taxis, Crossfit, the Trident missile, lunar landing, zero emission busses, skateboard culture and cell phone cameras have in common? They all came out of Santa Cruz. That's right, our sleepy little beach town has had a hand in changing the world of transportation and technology for decades, and is still at it with the the latest; Joby Aviation. Give a listen and learn about the place we call home, Santa Cruz. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss ...
Podcast 550: Yamaha Niken - An Amazing Abomination
November 27, 2023 04:08 - 2 hours - 170 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast it's time to talk about the Yamaha Niken. Everyone's had a chance to try it, and everyone is impressed. Set aside the freak show imagery with it's double front wheels, and what you have left is an extremely capable sport touring bike, which is equally comfortable in rough twisty roads as it is doing 100mph freeway slabbing. In fact, Liza makes the declaration that a big triple engine is the best all around street bike engine you can get right now. Once you'...
Podcast 549: Around the World with Bridget McCutchen
November 20, 2023 04:38 - 2 hours - 165 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by new world record holder Bridget McCutchen. She is officially the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe on a motorcycle. Completing her journey just shy of her 23rd birthday, she relied on her Kawasaki Versys 300 and the motorcycle community at large to help her complete her journey. Of course there were some hardships along the way, as well as a new love, and possibly the best education you can get. Listen in and hear how she got the...
Podcast 548: Dirt/Dual Sport/Enduro/ADV What's the Difference?
November 13, 2023 03:44 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we are getting dirty. Well, talking about dirt bikes. Specifically, what's the difference between all the types of off road bikes? And how do you define ambiguous bikes like the Tenere 700? Liza introduces a new game to the group called about Santa Cruz street names. Play along! Honda and Lambretta have both announced new electric scooters. Bagel gives us his opinion as to if we should care or not. Lastly, we read listener emails and answer some great ques...
Podcast 547: The Best Motorcycle Color
November 06, 2023 03:48 - 1 hour - 156 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we jump into some bikes that came into the shop today, and can't believe the suggested maintenance intervals on a Himalayan. Liza talks about the Niken she's got a line on, and her good bad idea to turn it into an adventure bike. In our Debate Club segment, we discuss the best color for a motorcycle, and come pretty close to deciding as a group what it is. We have free gear. Spread the word. And lastly, we read listener emails and try our best to problem...
Podcast 546: The Friendly Rattlesnake
October 30, 2023 03:57 - 2 hours - 170 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we hear from Naked Jim, Stumpy John and Scotty who were down in the Mojave Desert at Johnson Valley doing some dirtbiking. There's plenty of things here that can kill you, including the sidewinder that joined them in their camp at night. Navigating in the desert and negotiating the windy roads can be a challenge. So can the sand and silt that tried to kill John, yet they still had a wonderful time. Bagel shares his stories from the Scotchtoberfest Scooter ...
Podcast 545: Appraise This!
October 23, 2023 03:49 - 2 hours - 186 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Liza is seeking on advice on a few legal matters. If you get a speeding ticket in another country, does it follow you back home? How can you tell you are talking to a Craigslist scammer? What can you do if you pay for a custom item that doesn't work, and the fabricator won't respond to your emails? Our guest Amy from https://autoappraisalnetwork.com/ tries to answer some of these questions. In her experience working with the DMV, as a VIN verifier and an a...
Podcast 544: Guilty Pleasures w/Zee and Cat
October 16, 2023 03:32 - 1 hour - 164 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by both Zee Traveler and Cat McLeod. Zee's still living life on the road, has ridden to Alaska and Panama, and managed to write and publish her own book. Not having a job sure does keep you busy! Cat has been leading tours throughout Europe and has finally made it home. He gives us updates on where he's been, and where he's going. We also play a round of the Dating Game with Cat. Which sexy bike will he choose to be his date? Next up we go ar...
Podcast 543: Biker Pornography
October 09, 2023 03:23 - 1 hour - 143 MBWarning: This episode contains graphic subjects that are not suitable for children or in public spaces. We acknowledge that sex and pornography exist, so if you're not comfortable with these topics, you may want to skip this one. Motorcycles and bikers have been fetishized for decades. Where does this come from? What is the difference between good and bad biker porn? Does a hot girl on your bike ad get more interest? And what biker porn would Liza like to see? We delve into this taboo subject...
Podcast 542: Hey Kid, Give Me All Your Money!
October 02, 2023 03:31 - 1 hour - 159 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about our recent rides and what we've been up to. Jim and Liza have are selling their Africa Twins, and Emma helps them pepper up their ads. What do choppers, cafe racers, flat trackers, ADV and scramblers have in common? They all started as street bikes that were modified by the public, became popular, and then eventually became produced bikes. What other styles came from the public? And what style will we see produced next? Discuss..... Lastly we...
Podcast 541: Real Biker Quiz Redux
September 25, 2023 04:11 - 2 hours - 169 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we share some lessons learned from our day in the garage. Top tip: Do the research and have everything you need to do the job. Next up, Tucker joins us fresh off the road on his Tenere 700. Not the typical touring bike, but Tucker made it work with a few little changes. Liza has a new game called Crazy, where everyone has to guess what crazy prices people are asking for things on Ebay. Play along! We bring out our old Real Biker Quiz from years ago, and m...
Podcast 540: Bikes Nobody Needs But Everyone Wants
September 18, 2023 04:05 - 1 hour - 165 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Emma gets assaulted by a pear tree. Admittedly she did not deserve this based on the amount of bikes she magically fixed with a diddle of her finger. Liza has first world problems; she wants a new bike, but doesn't need a new bike, so she's looking for the bike that no one needs but everyone wants. Next up we talk about some different motorcycle controversies around the world, and realize that nobody likes to be told what to do even if they are better off...
Podcast 539: Liza's Dream UK Moto Adventure
September 11, 2023 04:01 - 1 hour - 161 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from the merry UK, and she's got stories. The UK is home to many iconic motorcycle locations, and Liza and Cat set out to do them all. Here's a list of the places they visited: The Bike Shed, The Ace Cafe, the Manx GP at Isle of Man, the Triumph factory tour, the National Motorcycle Museum, Wales, Silverstone Racetrack, and many dealerships and smaller tracks. The riders in the UK are the real deal bikers, and will ride in any weather. We ...
Podcast 538: Castles, Curves and Motorcycle Adventures
September 04, 2023 02:51 - 2 hours - 166 MBOn this week's top quality motorcycle podcast the team is joined by Mouse who helps make Emma's adventures great. They, along with Cori and Brian, recount the amazing "Castles and Curves" trip last July to Germany and France. They truly had a trip of a lifetime! Additionally Naked Jim and Stumpy John talk about their recent ride on private land. We then tackle a few listeners emails. For more information on next summer's trips check out Leod Escapes at: https://www.leodescapes.com/pages/view/...
Castles, Curves and Motorcycle Adventures
September 04, 2023 02:51 - 2 hours - 166 MBOn this week's top quality motorcycle podcast the team is joined by Mouse who helps make Emma's adventures great. They, along with Cori and Brian, recount the amazing "Castles and Curves" trip last July to Germany and France. They truly had a trip of a lifetime! Additionally Naked Jim and Stumpy John talk about their recent ride on private land. We then tackle a few listeners emails. For more information on next summer's trips check out Leod Escapes at: https://www.leodescapes.com/pages/view/...
Podcast 537 - Can a WetBike be a Scooter and Other Random Insights
August 28, 2023 02:16 - 1 hour - 119 MBOn this week's motorcycle podcast Liza is away and the inmates are running the asylum! We discuss the happenings at the garage today, Miss Emma gives a ride report and we talk electrical gremlins and Honda Nighthawks. Responding to listeners emails, we discuss if a wave runner is actually a water scooter. Inquiring minds want to know...Featuring Miss Emma, Stumpy John, Nak and Naked Jim Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] ww...
Podcast 536: Two Truths and a Lie
August 21, 2023 03:28 - 2 hours - 167 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about: -What to do with your used spark plugs -Do scooters really count? -How well do we know each other's motorcycle history? -Two bikes, one bad battery and two burnt wires -The future of the Re-Cycle Garage -Listener emails including a What Dat!? that stumps Emma With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Cooper, Naked Jim and Bagel Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/MOTORCYCLES and start getting healthier. Join our Discord ...
Podcast 535: The First(and best?) Superbike - The GSXR-750
August 14, 2023 04:15 - 1 hour - 164 MBThis week on our podcast we talk about an interesting bike that came to the garage, now known as the Chuckus. A Chinese clone of a custom Ruckus. Sounds weird? It is. Death machine? Maybe. Fun? Definitely. Next up we go over the crash stats from Sturgis Bike Week, and discuss why these numbers are accepted every year. Then we settle in for Emma's History Hole on a bike that deserves due respect: the Suzuki GSX-R 750. These bikes hit the scene in 1985 and were a huge leap in the evolution of ...
Podcast 534: Emma and Cat's Excellent Adventure
August 07, 2023 04:34 - 2 hours - 170 MBThis week on our motorcycle podcast Cat and Emma share stories from their recent trip to the Dolomites. Cat has created a training trip that shows anyone how to travel internationally with confidence. Throw in schnitzel and beer, amazing twisties and good company, and you've got a life changing trip. In fact, Patrick, Lori and Scott joined us to share how it changed their lives, and what they learned. Cat and Mouse are wonderful tour guides who bring their 5 star service to this budget tour. ...