Podcast 465: Becoming a Better Rider

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Mark Dinges of California Creations, the company that brought the Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle back. He talks about what it takes to bring a toy back to market after 40 years, what changes were made, and why it may save his company during this pandemic. Now is the perfect time to get into wrenching, and for those that are reluctant to take their bike apart, we suggest getting a cheap project bike to learn on. That's why we play a round of Craigslist Porn Pic Covid project bike edition. Listen to find out who found the best bike. Lastly we read some listener emails and answer some questions about too much wind noise. With Liza, Bagel, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Award Winning Mike and Mark Dinges. https://evelknieveltoys.com/#purchase 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

27 Apr 20201h 53min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by the ladies of Sheemotos and Curves and Corners Trackday. They share their stories of why riding is important to them, how to host a covid safe event, and how riding has helped them overcome various hurdles in life. Then Liza and Jim share stories from their antics playing like children with their Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle, and their big road trip plans this summer. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Shiree, Aliki, Shanae, Justine and Lexi. https://www.facebook.com/events/3017279011615435/ https://www.cacreations.net/ 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

20 Apr 20201h 49min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk with AMA Hall of Fame racer Wes Cooley. Wes got an early start in racing, and was there for the early days of the AMA Superbike racing series. He raced for Pops Yoshimura, first on a Kawasaki, but then moving to the Suzuki GS1000S that won him the championship in '79 and '80. He had a 15 year career, racing against legends like Freddie Spencer, Kevin Lawson, Reg Pridmore and more. But it was a crash in '85 that ultimately ended his career. He shares stories from his illustrious career, and kept us mesmerized the whole time. He is a legend himself, and possibly the nicest person we've ever interviewed. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Naked Jim and Miss Emma. http://www.motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/detail.aspx?RacerID=315 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

13 Apr 20201h 57min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Emily, Konnie and Lucy of the Dames Don't Care Motorcycle Collective. Besides being all around cool chicks, they have organized a network of riders who are picking up and delivering masks and other supplies to those that need them the most in the medical fields. We love what they're doing, and suggest you consider doing it to. Then Emma educates us on the Wankel Engine, it's history, and it's fate. Lastly, we finish with some listener emails and answer some great questions. With Liza, Miss Emma, Bagel, Naked Jim, Nak, Emily, Konnie and Lucy. 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

6 Apr 20201h 55min

What 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 the same time and passing each other in mid air only feet apart. He then became a stuntman in the movies and TV, doing all of Evel’s stunts in Viva Knievel and countless other spots. Next he became a stunt coordinator and 2nd Unit director on films like Terminator 2, Predator 2, Starsky and Hutch, and Torque. And in 2018 he was inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame. He is still in the business today, as well as being a collector, a bike builder and all around cool guy. So take a listen and enjoy getting to know about Gary Davis and his amazing life. With Liza, Miss Emma and Michael. 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

29 Mars 20201h 51min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are on lockdown day #6 here in California, but that didn't stop us from recording a show. We come to you from the safety of our homes with some topics that we find relevant today. First up, should we be riding? The orders during this quarantine call for no unnecessary trips by car or motorcycle. But it also tells us to practice safe social distancing when outdoors exercising. Hmmm. So we discuss the fine points of this debate. Next up we get a very special Emma's History Hole, this one about military, police and emergency motorcycles. And lastly we share some emails and announcements. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Miss Emma and Naked Jim. With Liza, Nak, Bagel, Miss Emma, Tom, Isaac and Naked Jim. 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

23 Mars 20202h 3min

This week on our motorcycle podcast, things are different. We are in the early stages of the Covid 19 pandemic, and we are yet to really comprehend how this is going to affect our lives. Events are being shut down left and right, and schools are closing. But in the middle of this uncertainty you can expect that we will continue to bring you stories from the two wheeled perspective, and this is something that can't be taken away from us. So it was especially awesome that our guest, Tom Medema of Rally for Rangers, still made the long ride to join us in studio and share his amazing story. This group is providing motorcycles to park rangers around the world to help them do their jobs protecting the land, animals and historical sites. But wait, it gets even better. Anyone can sign up and participate in this. In fact, you get to ride the bike on an epic adventure and then at the end, present your bike to one of these rangers. Really awesome what they are doing. https://rallyforrangers.org/ Next up we talk to former guest Tamar AKA Doctor Detroit. She's a working ER doctor, and calls from the hospital to give us the facts about Covid 19 as she knows it. And lastly we talk to Zach who was at Daytona Bike Week as the pandemic was being realized. It was definitely a different experience then everyone expected. And it's possible that we may not have another motorcycle rally for quite some time. Yikes. So enjoy the show, and hopefully you'll be a little more informed. With Liza, Nak, Bagel, Miss Emma, Tom, Isaac and Naked Jim. 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

16 Mars 20201h 52min

This week on our motorcycle podcast we breakdown some of the myths about aftermarket accessories for your motorcycle. Exhausts, pod filters, seats, suspension, etc. Is it really worth it? And do you really need it? We also share some stories from our garage, including the miracle Emma performed on Mike's Harley. Liza invented a thing, Bagel is doing another crazy thing, Jenna sent us some cool things, and Jim crashed his bike into a giant thing. With Liza, Bagel, Miss Emma and Naked Jim. 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 www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

9 Mars 20202h 8min