Podcast 396: What Every Garage Needs

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Sam Paschel, the new CEO of Zero Motorcycles. He's a rider with a fondness for the vintage bikes, but he's a full convert to electric now. We get to know about his biking past, and the future of Zero Motorcycles. But first we get a report from Mike and Charley about the Vampires rally, and the shall we call it"spirited" ride. Then we play a round of Cool Or Fool, and find out what everyone thinks of this Craigslist DR350 that's been converted to electric. We read some listener emails, and find out what stupid thing Liza said that got some listeners riled up. Lastly, we hear from Charley and Mycah who just returned from a trip to Holland where they rented an MT125 and an RC125. Both bikes that we can't get here in the states. With Liza, Miss Emma, Mycah, Bex, Sam, Mike, Charley and Nak. http://www.zeromotorcycles.com/ www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

12 Jun 20171h 49min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by guests Leah and Jaime, who came to Santa Cruz to celebrate Leah's birthday. They got to experience the shit show we put on each week, and somehow seemed to be entertained. We catch up on our recent rides, including popping some dirt cherries with a few of the ladies here. Then we jump into listener emails, where we take the time to answer some questions regarding needed advice. It is debatable whether the advice given is sound or not, but it basically boils down to drilling out your jets whenever trying to properly tune your bike. So keep those emails coming, and be sure to drop a little cash in the bucket to be sure to get them read on air. With Liza, Douglas, Kat, Isaac, Miss Emma, Leah, Jaime, Naked Jim, Bex, and a little possum we'll call Saul. www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

5 Jun 20171h 33min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we get a report from Nak, Naked Jim and Liza about the Sheetiron 300 enduro ride they did last weekend. We are joined by Bob Vaughn of the 110 year old Oakland MC. He gives us a history of this historic club, and we also get to know more about Bob and his bikes. Then we get a report from Josh, who ended up stranded on the mountain and went through hell to get back safe. We also get an update from bike builder Matt Harris of 40 Cal Customs, who was doing his own bit of dirt riding when his bike decided to fight back. Ouch is all I have to say. With Liza, Bagel, Bex, Douglas, Jim, Bob, Nak, Henry and Jeremy. http://oaklandmotorcycleclub.camp9.org/event-2463971 www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

29 Mai 20171h 37min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about what we did today, including servicing the often unloved twin cam Hondas. Next up, we learn more about the adorable Isaac, and his love for long haul riding. Then we go to listener emails and Mike reveals his displeasure with Paul. With Emma, Douglas, Isaac, Kat, Michael, Bagel, Goldwing Gary, Evan, and the sailors in the peanut gallery. www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

23 Mai 20171h 37min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we catch up with the goings on for the past week including dirt biking, an altercation with a duck, and there's no such thing as a free bike. Next up we discuss the Bike Life trend as discussed in a recent NY Times article. Where do we draw the line individually between our hooligan rides, and these kids who are blatantly breaking the laws of the road. Is there a difference between us and them? To help us draw the line, we are joined by media mogul and funny guy Karel, who has a lot to say as a rider himself. Then we continue the theme of drawing a line as we discuss Emma and her racket of getting cheap bikes. Lastly, we catch up on listener emails and share a few updates. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Douglas, Isaac, Miss Emma, Kat, John Dalton, Naked Jim and Magic Mike. https://www.reallykarel.com/ www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

15 Mai 20171h 48min

This week on our motorcycle podcast, we share with you all of the happenings from the past week. First off we start with Douglas, who attended wheelie school, so he could be come a better hooligan. Then we hear from Liza, Emma and Jim who attended the Quail Motorcycle Gathering in Carmel. Next up we have Nak introduces his good friend Erin, who entered her first AFM race at Sonoma Raceway. Lastly, we catch up on listener emails and answer questions. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Douglas, Ian, Miss Emma, Matt, Naked Jim and Isaac. www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

8 Mai 20171h 43min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we take a special trip down to Carmel where we visit Craig, Carol and Zak Vetter at their home. Craig Vetter is an icon in the motorcycle industry most known for inventing the Windjammer fairing, designing the Triumph Hurricane, and most lately working with riders like Electric Terry to create fuel efficient streamlined bikes and hosting the Craig Vetter Fuel Economy Challenge. In August of 2015, Craig was riding his streamlined scooter down a street near his home, when he was struck by a deer and knocked off his bike. It was a day that changed his life forever, and his family's too. Craig suffered from a traumatic brain injury, and lost an entire year of his life that he cannot remember. With the help of his family, friends and community, he has been recovering slowly, and improving every day. So this isn't just his story, it's really his family's story of how their lives have changed taking care of someone with a TBI, and how a small army came to support them and help them through this difficult period. With Liza, Emma, Craig, Carol and Zak. http://www.craigvetter.com/ www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

1 Mai 20171h 17min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by biker, activist and photographer Lauren Trantham. She found her passion for motorcycles through her father and grandfather, and has found a way to turn it into a fundraiser and profession. She has dedicated her life to empowering women through photography,and raising money and awareness through her initiative Ride My Road. She's a total badass with a Ducati and a conceal and carry permit. We also read some listener emails, and find out about a restaurant that has put a ban on bikers, we learn about some safety tips, and answer some questions. With Liza, Bagel, Miss Emma, T.C., John Dalton, Lauren, Mycah, Bex and Melissa. https://www.facebook.com/ridemyroad/ www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com

24 Apr 20171h 39min