Podcast 413: Muscle Scrambler or Apocalyptic Hooligan

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are off to the races for week 2! But this one is different. It's the AHRMA Classic Motofest at Laguna Seca. And this one has motocross and flat track too! We had a blast at this well organized and fun event, and can't wait for it to return next year. Check out the schedule for racing near you. https://www.ahrma.org/ Next up we have some special in studio guests. Jane Taylor and her husband John were about to become empty nesters, and decided that a motorcycle journey was what they needed. Jane, her husband and son who were all new riders, bought 3 matching BMW 650's and spent 7 weeks doing 10,000 miles around the country. From this epic adventure came a book, Spirit Traffic, documenting and sharing everything this family experienced. Check it out at https://cjanetaylor.com/. And lastly, we read listener emails and make some announcements. With Liza, Stumpy John, Hippy John, Reg, Miss Emma, Jane, Scott, Naked Jim and Bagel. recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

18 Juli 20222h 4min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are off to the races at the world famous Laguna Seca racetrack. The weather was perfect, and the races were awesome, but Liza noticed some changes to the race that prompt a heartfelt apology. The baggers and hooligans were something to watch, and really made the event even better. Now to switch things up and talk about something that most people don't like to talk about: tragedy. Zach joins us to tell his story of a night he will never forget. We talk about the responsibilities and consequences of riding, and how to work through it and become a better rider. With Liza, Numbnuts Matt, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Douglas and Bagel. adifferentagenda.com/tour/chickistan/ recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

11 Juli 20222h 7min

Stumpy John has returned from Pakistan, and invited some of the guys to join him in telling their tales from the trip. There were crashes galore, some treacherous roads, and close calls but overall everyone had an amazing time. This truly is a trip of a lifetime that changes your perception on the way you see the world, and it's great to hear everyone share their experiences. With Liza, Stumpy John, Thomas, Miss Emma, Zach, Clark, Moin, David and Aaron. adifferentagenda.com/tour/chickistan/ recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

4 Juli 20222h 2min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share mistakes we've made and lessons we've learned. Everything from close calls when riding, bad motorcycle investments, and costly wrenching mistakes. We've all been there, so hopefully you can learn from our mistakes. Then Emma shares some "Customer States" stories from her years as a mechanic. What's the worst thing she's seen? And what's the worst mistake she's made? And lastly, we answer listener emails. Keep em coming! With Liza, Patrick, Miss Emma, Scott, Naked Jim, Bagel, John Dalton and Michael. www.wetravel.com/trips/dolomites-…canazei-62002307 adifferentagenda.com/tour/chickistan/ recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

27 Juni 20221h 59min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we hear from Award Winning Mike, who has just returned from one of the Leod Escapes tours. He traveled through Austria, Germany and Czech Republic, with the highlight of the tour being 3 days of track riding at the MotoGP track BRNO. Mike gives Cat McLeod's tour 6 out of 5 stars, and can't wait for the next trip. https://www.leodescapes.com/ Next up, Zach tells us about all the trick mods and upgrades he's been doing to his gen 1 Suzuki SV650. He loves this bike and wants to keep it going forever, which brings up the question: Will the SV650 be as beloved in 20 years as the CB750 is now? And also, what is the cause of death of most bikes? Where do they all go? And lastly, Jim gives us a report on his dirt riding adventure that happened to coincide with an extreme enduro race. With Liza, Jason, Miss Emma, Nak, Naked Jim, Award Winning Mike, Bagel and Zach. recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

20 Juni 20222h 6min

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from a week at Americade, and she shares her recap. There were test rides, and Liza has a declaration to make about the Yamaha Tenere 700. Overall a fun event with great people in attendance, but one of the highlights is staple Alonzo Bodden performing his comedy. Liza had the opportunity to interview him and find out more about Alonzo the biker. Big thanks to all the listeners who came and said hi, and made the experience even better. With Liza, Bagel and Alonzo. http://www.alonzobodden.com/ recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

13 Juni 20221h 38min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are going down Bagel's list of 10 things that scooters do better than motorcycles. There's some interesting innovation and ideas that we think you should check out. Next up we catch up on our backlog of emails (sorry, -Liza) and try to give out the best advice we can. Congrats to Charley and Mycah for tying the knot! With Liza, Miss Emma and Bagel. recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

6 Juni 20221h 52min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Christian Dutcher of Americade. This is a yearly motorcycle rally in Lake George, NY that has been going since 1983. He grew up working at Americade when he was a kid and his parents ran it, and then as an adult he came back to take over and put his own stamp on it. Once known as the touring rally, he's been making small changes to open it up to even more demographics, including women riders. So what does it take to run an event of this size? And what new features can we look forward to this year? Listen and find out. Next up we ask Emma to explain brakes to us. No I know they seem simple, but when you think about it, why are there so many different variations of pistons and sizes? What type of fluid is best? What upgrades can you make to your bike to improve you braking? Well let Emma tell you. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Mrs. Stumpy, Tino, Patrick and Bagel. adifferentagenda.com/tour/chickistan/ recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

30 Maj 20221h 57min