Bore & Stoke

What happens when a biomedical scientist becomes a motorcycle content creator? In this episode, we talk with Lali, better known as @anti_parallali, whose passion for science and two wheels has built loyal following as a thoughtful and authentic voices in motorcycling. Lali holds a PhD in biomedical sciences, but her true escape comes when she's riding motorcycles — specifically, her Yamaha MT-07....

Once again, the MO crew are back to talk about what's happening in the moto world — and boy, a LOT has happened since the last time we met. It's not even EICMA time yet, and we have a slew of new models that have been introduced. From sport-touring machines, to dirt models, and everything in between. We tell you what we know, and then what we think. We've also got industry news, a little bit of ra...

MV Agusta is one of the most iconic names in motorcycling—synonymous with Italian design, racing heritage, and exclusivity. But what does it take to bring that legacy to a market as vast and competitive as North America? In this episode, we sit down with Luca Dovesi, General Manager of MV Agusta North America, to talk about the brand’s challenges and opportunities on this side of the Atlantic. Fro...

In this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, the MO crew breaks down the latest motorcycle news and hot topics. We start with the big news of Yamaha introducing its V4 MotoGP prototype at the San Marino GP, September 12-14, 2025, which breaks away from the YZF-M1’s long-standing Inline-Four configuration. With that new chapter opening, another one closes with Jonathan Rea announcing he will reti...

In this episode, we sit down with Bill Davidson, the son of Willie G. Davidson and great-grandson of Harley-Davidson co-founder William A. Davidson. Few names carry as much weight in the motorcycle world as Davidson, and Bill has spent his entire life surrounded by one of the most iconic brands in motorcycling. We talk about his unique upbringing in the Davidson family, what Harley-Davidson means...

In this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, we break down the latest motorcycle news and hot topics, including KTM quietly dropping the 790 Duke and Adventure from the U.S. lineup, the wild chaos of Red Bull Romaniacs, and Wayne Rainey’s inspiring return—riding a special Yamaha XSR900 GP with an automatic transmission. We also dive into LiveWire’s new concept bikes, Aprilia’s mysterious “X GP”...

In this episode of The Bore & Stoke Podcast, we sit down with Shiv Pathak—an expert in motorcycle ECU tuning—to unpack how modern regulations are shaping the way your bike rides, often in ways you’d never expect. From Ducati’s locked-down throttle maps to BMW’s confusing gear-based restrictions, Shiv explains how Euro 5 emissions and U.S. sound regulations force manufacturers to make compromises t...

Episode five of the Bore and Stoke podcast is coming at you, and this week sees the band getting back together to talk about all the happenings in the moto world — and we even get a visit from an old cast member!  In case you aren’t aware, odd-numbered episodes feature the MO crew chatting about the latest news and reviews. From events that have hit the headlines to the latest bikes we’re testing,...

This week, we're joined by legendary riding and racing coach Ken Hill for a deep dive into what it takes to become a truly great motorcycle rider. From essential fundamentals to the impact of modern rider aids, Ken shares knowledge that applies to everyone from street riders to pro racers.

In episode 3 of the Bore & Stoke podcast, we question what’s going on in the world today. With the latest news that Bajaj has saved KTM and basically owns it now, to Baggers joining MotoGP, there are a lot of big things to talk about.  After diving into the weeds with our discussion about KTM and Baggers, we continue the conversation talking about BMW’s new concept bike and what it means going for...

In this episode, we sit down with legendary motorcycle designer Miguel Galluzzi. While he's best known as being the man behind the iconic Ducati Monster, he's also responsible for the design of many other bikes, like the Aprilia RSV4, Moto Guzzi V7 Racer, and the MGX21, aka the Flying Fortress, among others. In this episode we dive into his design philosophy, the story behind the Monster, and how...

In case our written reviews and videos weren’t enough, the Motorcycle.com crew has now entered the world of podcasts! Say hello to Bore & Stoke, Motorcycle.com’s new podcast. In this first episode, we’ll tell you what Bore & Stoke is, how often it’ll come at you, and why you’ll want to keep tuning in.  Once you learn about the podcast, you’ll get to meet the four MO staffers and maybe even learn a...