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Random Thoughts From The Road

121 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

We’re a twice a month podcast where we talk about all things motorcycles and the biker lifestyle as well as riding around the Ozark Mountains of Missouri & Arkansas and well, just about anything else that might pop into our minds. We tend to babel from time to time. Our podcast are short by podcast standards, usually around a half hour in length. It turns out that we have a short attention span, and tend to get bored sitting around listening to long format podcast for an hour or two which severely cuts into our ride time.

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Episodes

Long Distance Motorcycle Riding

March 22, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

Have you ever wanted to jump on your bike and ride off into the sunset?  In this episode we'll share with you some tips you might want to consider before you set off on your epic ride.

Getting your bike ready for riding season & buying a used bike.

March 08, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

With riding season right around the corner it's important to make sure your bike is ready to go.  We'll talk about the things you need to do in order to get home safe, and to avoide finding yourself broke down by the side of the road. Plus, if this is the year you're thinking about buying a (new to you) used bike.  We'll go over some of the things you need to keep in mind, so you don't get stuck with a lemon.

Riding your motorcycle in a group vs. riding alone

February 23, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MB

Do you like riding in a group, or do you prefer to ride alone?  In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of both.

Motorcycle Curve Safety & Pre Ride Check

February 09, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

In this episode we talk about the best way to handle curvy roads on your motorcycle, and we also talk about getting your bike ready and safe for the ride.

Old motorcycle publications, David Mann and future plans.

January 26, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MB

In this episode we talk about what ever happened to those great old biker magazines like "Easyrider".  Also we talk about the premier biker culture painter David Mann.  Also, we clue you in on our future plans for this podcast.

The first motorcycle?

January 12, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

In the episode we talk about the birth of the motorcycle, and who is responsable for the lifestyle we love.

Winter riding tips and a review of the Tourmaster Synergy Pro-Plus heated jacket

December 22, 2019 11:00 - 48 minutes - 27.5 MB

Winter doesn't have to be a time to put your bike in deep storage, only to wait for springtime.  We talk about things you can do to stay warm and keep riding a winter long.  Plus we jump into our very first product review, as we try out the new Tourmaster Synergy Pro-Plus 12v heated jacket.

Custom Bike Builds - The do's and dont's

December 08, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

When is comes to building custom bikes, there are certain things you need to look out for, and take into consideration when planning a custom bike build. In this podcast we'll talk about what those are.

Future Motorcycle Riders

November 24, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

In this episode we talk with a future motorcycle rider, and learn about what he thinks about riding on two wheels.

Metric vs. Standard Motorcyles.

November 10, 2019 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Randy Lewis and I discuss the differences between metric and standard bikes, as well as some other mechanical differences.

Flying Car and Other Random Thoughts

October 27, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Random thoughts about the week in review, including car flying through the roof!

Just random thoughts and babble

October 13, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 17.5 MB

Randy and I just talk about whatever comes to our minds about motorcycles, and how our week has gone.

Motorcycle Rider Safety

September 29, 2019 10:00 - 16 minutes - 9.31 MB

I sit down with Dr. Brad Bradshaw for a conversation about motorcycle safety.  How to be a safe rider, and what to do if you should have an accident.

All about Cafe Racers

September 15, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

We talk all about Cafe Racers.  The history and lifestyle.

Some of our favorite rides in the Ozarks

September 01, 2019 14:10 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

We talk about some of the motorcycle rides in the Ozarks we like the most.

All about motorcycle rallies

August 18, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

We talk about Sturgis, Bikes Blues & BBQ, Laconia, Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest and so much more.

Harley Davidson Livewire - The good the bad and the ugly.

August 04, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

In this motorcycle podcast episode, we talk about the new Harley Davidson Livewire electric bike.  The good, the bad and the ugly. We also compare it to the “Zero” SR electric motorcycle.

A conversation with Randy Lewis from Bike Worx

July 21, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

In this podcast episode, I talk with one of Missouri’s premier bike builders and fabricators Randy Lewis from Bike Worx in Urbana Missouri.  We talk about how we got interested in motorcycles, building bikes and general B.S.

Discover the Missouri Mills Ride

July 07, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.92 MB

In this episode, I talk about one of the more popular rides in Missouri, the "Missouri Mills Run". What's the history of these old grist mills? Which ones are the best? Can you eat or stay at any of these mills.  Find out everything you need to know when riding the Missouri Mills Run.

How to pick the right motorcycle for you

June 23, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MB

Whether you're an experienced rider or a new one, choosing the right type of bike is the key to motorcycle happiness.  Learn about the different styles of motorcycles and their pro's and con's.

Most Frequently Asked Questions about motorcycle riding in the Ozarks of Missouri & Arkansas

June 09, 2019 19:56 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this episode I'll talk about the most asked questions that I get on a daily basis from riders who are planning a motorcycle vacation to the Ozarks.  Which roads are the best, where to eat and what to see.  Those questions and more will be answered in this episode.