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Talking Motorcycles

34 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -

Talking Motorcycles is an interview-based podcast hosted by Tom Connors and brought to you by Revival Motoring.

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Ep.032 The Rip to the Tip with Phil Benham

July 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

Phil Benham -The Rip to the Tip. Tom sits down with Phil Benham this week to talk about The NORRA Baja 1000 on his Vespa P200E. Phil has raced it all, this time with an international team of support. https://revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.031 Austin Rowe All Bikes Are Great

July 11, 2022 14:07 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MB

This week Tom sits down with Austin Rowe. They talk about the Venn diagram of photography and motorcycles, plans for the current project, and how carbs are really as sophisticated as you need.  https://revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.030 Andy Pappas

April 25, 2022 13:45 - 1 hour - 135 MB

This week Tom sits down with Andy Pappas. They talk about the Biltwell 100 and how Andy rides nearly 1300 miles home off-road, an heirloom Panhead, KTM dream bikes, and a well-focused hot take on electric bikes This week Tom sits down with Andy Pappas. They talk about the Biltwell 100 and how Andy rides nearly 1300 miles home off-road, an heirloom Panhead, KTM dream bikes, and a well-focused hot take on electric bikes. www.situationrad.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.talkingmotorcycl...

Ep.029 Shea Sjoberg

April 11, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MB

This week Tom sits down with Shea Sjoberg. They talk about the Biltwell 100, a small Triumph project, and Shea's new obsession - Dirt Bikes!! www.highsidecoffee.com www.revialmotoring.com www.situationrad.com  

Ep.028 Cliff Cavins - Bro of The People

February 28, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 79 MB

Cliff Cavins  - Bro of The People. This week Tom is joined by Mr. Cliffornia. They talk about the daily 100-mile commute, stupid ideas that looked good on paper, old-timers and their secret parts horde… and how your wife will not let you chrome at home! www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com

Ep.027 Jenna Stellar

February 07, 2022 14:29 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB

This week Tom sits down with Jenna Stellar. They talk about the changing landscape of motorcycle apparel, starting your own brand, innovating by trying exciting new things vs. old bland standards. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.stellarmotobrand.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com

Ep.026 Mark Asuncion Twist Grip Skids and Fab

January 17, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MB

This week Tom sits down with Mark Asuncion - They work in the same building but in different departments. After Tom finds out Mark rides, he needs to know more. What better way to get to know someone… on the mic for the internet to hear!! It turns out Mark is heavy into chopping Harleys… mobbin’ on Harleys… short trips but dreams of long trips on them too! The young gun has the spirit and fab skills to be involved in the moto world for a lifetime. Recently discovering the dual-sport world, t...

Ep.025 Pieter Loftus Distinguished Gentleman

December 20, 2021 17:57 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This week Tom sits down with Pieter Loftus, Host of the Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride in San Diego. Over the years, he has racked up hundreds of thousands of miles along the way, riding all sorts of bikes. He is a staple in the California motorcycle community, ready to help other riders in need. He has seen a lot and has a few stories to tell. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com gentlemansride.com/rides/united+states/san+diego+ca

Ep.024 The Bag, Power Hammer and Evan Wilcox

November 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

This week Tom heads to the mountains to see Evan Wilcox in his shop, where he hands forms tanks, fairings, seat pans, and more. Evans's skills come from the previous generation of craftsmen leaving hints behind in the gas tanks he replicates to perfection. A passionate enthusiast about motorcycles and the metal form of functional art. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com

Ep.023 Chrome luster, fiber washers and Tim Stafford

November 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MB

This week Tom sits down with Tim Stafford of Stafford Restorations. Tim specializes in 1951 to 1969 BMW motorcycles. They talk about Tim’s start with Vespa scooters, the odd motorcycle endorsement, and how a failed oil slinger on an R60 started his pursuit for restoration excellence. http://talkingmotorcycles.com/ https://revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.022 Tip Top Motors with Logan Hill

October 25, 2021 12:59 - 1 hour - 101 MB

This week Tom is joined by Logan Hill. Logan tells his story of the XT250 and the Barstow to Vegas race, assembling his first bike, a CB350 Honda, and the traffic of Bali. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.loganhillphoto.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.situationrad.com

Ep.021 Tip Top Motors with Logan Hill

October 25, 2021 12:59 - 1 hour - 101 MB

This week Tom is joined by Logan Hill. Logan tells his story of the XT250 and the Barstow to Vegas race, assembling his first bike, a CB350 Honda, and the traffic of Bali. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.loganhillphoto.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.situationrad.com

Ep.021 All metal all the time - Craig Rodsmith

October 11, 2021 17:26 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MB

This week Tom sits down with Craig Rodsmith of Rodsmith Motorcycles.  A machinist by trade and a throttle junkie at heart, Craig has created some of the most exciting custom motorcycles on the scene today. Sculptor, Pilot, Mad Scientist, Story Teller are just some of the tools he uses to get an idea from his head to the starting line. talkingmorcycles.com revivalmotoring.com instagram.com/craigrodsmith

Ep.020 Falling with style - Matt Rad

September 27, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

This week Tom is joined by Matt Rad. A racecar fabricator by day and a racer by night. They talk about mini bike racing, a small but growing racer series. Matt’s line of custom parts, and what it’s like coming back from a crash that nearly takes a limb!! www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com @talkingmotorcycles @matt_rad

Ep.019 Grahame Fowler

September 14, 2021 18:51 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MB

This week Tom is joined by Grahame Fowler, a Lambretta enthusiast with a taste for highly-tuned long haul machines. Being into scooters, particularly the sx200, for over 40 years, Grahame has seen it all when it comes to mechanical restoration. He has ridden, rebuilt, and owned well over 100 machines. this is a guided look into the world of well-sorted scooters putting down big bike power over little wheels. www.grahamefowler.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.talkingmotorcycles.com

Ep.018 Knees in the breeze with Amanda Davila

August 31, 2021 01:04 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

This week Tom is joined by Amanda Davila, a regular Jane Rider who enjoys her time getting out of the city and into the mountainous long roads of California. They talk a bit about what it’s like as a woman riding a Harley, multi-day touring, and just enjoying scootin’ along on your favorite roads. http://talkingmotorcycles.com/ https://revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.017 Michelle and Will - Sidecar Venture

August 16, 2021 13:53 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MB

This week Tom sits down with Michelle and Will from Sidecar Venture, an “Epic Sidecar Experience” in San Diego, CA. They talk about their electric scooter and Guzzi Velorex outfits, general motorcycling, and a wee bit about Florida man. www.sidecar-venture.com https://revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.016 Robot of the West

August 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Tom sits down with Robot from Scooter West and Vespa Motorsport on YouTube. They chat about the daily runnings of a big scooter shop, Vespa trips down to Oaxaca! And local scooter clubs. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.016Robot of the West

August 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Tom sits down with Robot from Scooter West and Vespa Motorsport on YouTube. They chat about the daily runnings of a big scooter shop, Vespa trips down to Oaxaca! And local scooter clubs. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.015 Kyle Grendell

May 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

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Ep.014 Alex Ripa

March 29, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This week Tom sits down with Alex Ripa. An interesting conversation about motorcycling and experiencing wartime riding as a whole. From the bike to the boots and jackets. All of it is important to the experience. Check us out: https://www.revivalmotoring.com/ Visit our sponsors https://www.manscaped.com/ Use code: REVIVAL20 For twenty percent off and free shipping! https://www.bagriders.com/ Visit Bag Riders for all your Air Ride needs!

Ep.013 Sean Brayton

March 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 121 MB

This week Tom sits down with Sean Brayton to talk pre WW2 bikes, the adventure of riding a 100-year-old Indian across the country, hitting the beach for TRoG, and sliding around on the ice for The Frozen Few!! https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.012 Matt Landman

November 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

This week Tom sit's down with Matt Landman. Tom slides into Matts DM’s about a picture of him, giving the bike scene the finger. They talk about Matt’s life connected by motorcycles and how the Harley scene needs to let go of a few things. Matt's IG - https://www.instagram.com/oldepro/?hl=en https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.011 Jay Nowakowski

October 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

In this week's episode, To sits down with Jay Nowakowski! "This week, I get to hear a great story told by Jay Nowakowski about his 1973 iron head. Jay won't describe himself as a motorcyclist or even a rider. He is into the building and art side of two wheels, meeting and making new friends. I get some insight on balancing being a new dad and building a custom cruiser". - Tom Connors https://www.revivalmotoring.com/ Thanks to this week's sponsor MANSCAPED! Visit https://www.manscaped...

Ep.010 Willem Cooper

October 05, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Willem Cooper, they go over how racing motocross and downhill mountain bike racing. Electric bicycles and motorcycles, classic BMWs, sand racing, and training the next generation… a normal week for this week's guest. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/shop  

Ep. 009 12 O Clock Tommy!

August 31, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

In this episode, Tom sits down with 12 O Clock Tommy a motorcycle stunt rider. They talk wheelies, woolies, and the world of stunt riding. Special guests Jadelyonphoto, and Kelsofierce join in the discussion to shed some light on the stunt riding world! https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.008 Manuel Beiro Romero and Sam Lang

July 22, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

This week I have a digital sit down with Manuel Beiro Romero and Sam Lang to hear their story of riding from San Diego Ca to Chile on dirt bikes. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/  

Ep.007 Pete Chase of Cafe Cycles

June 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 122 MB

In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Pete from Cafe Cycles. They talk about Pete's rare Norton Manxman builds that put him on the map. They also get into when it is acceptable to modify and when not. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/  

Ep.006 Honda Jawa Honda

May 18, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Damon. They discuss his Honda CB's and his family mobile; a special 2 stroke Jawa TS outfit. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.005 Tim Mather and trips to the Isle Of Man

May 04, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

In this episode, Tom sits down with Tim Mather to talk about their Isle Of Man trips, light touring, electric bikes, and the potential future. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.004 Jon Strobel and The Modern Chopper Scene

April 21, 2020 14:03 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MB

In this episode, Tom sits down with local motoring enthusiast Jon Strobel. Jon is a mechanic by day but the passion for two wheels and motoring projects runs deep. They discuss the modern chopper scene. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.003 Post War Flat Twins - Ande Kahora

April 06, 2020 13:13 - 1 hour - 34.9 MB

In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Ande Kahora to discuss owning a BMW Restoration shop and post-war flats. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/

Ep.002 From dirt to tarmac. Ryan Thibault

March 23, 2020 04:00 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MB

In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Ryan Thibault to talk about hillclimbing Harley Davidson's and what lead him to now running them down a dragstrip! https://www.revivalmotoring.com/the-revival-motoring-podcast

Ep.001 J Day Chat with Kyle Bouchard

March 09, 2020 02:45 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

Tom chats with Kyle Bouchard to talk about J day racing and what it takes to stay dedicated and on top of the game. https://www.revivalmotoring.com/