TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run

From a motorcycle left outside to rot to a machine built to conquer cross country endurance runs, Jerry Wieland’s story is one of passion, perseverance, and a love for antique motorcycles. On this episode of the Motorcycle Trans Am Podcast, Jerry shares the incredible journey of his bike, how he brought it back to life, and how he got bitten by the antique motorcycle endurance racing bug back in 2...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Mike Butts, the inaugural Motorcycle TransAm champion, to hear the story behind his incredible run on his 1913 Henderson! Mike's bike was finished right before the race, leaving him with almost no time to actually ride it before heading to the starting line. In fact, he only had a handful of miles on the Henderson before takin...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Norm Berg to talk about his experience riding in the inaugural 2025 Motorcycle TransAm! As a first time TransAm rider, Norm wasn't sure exactly what to expect from 3,700 miles on a century old motorcycle. While he prepared for plenty of mechanical challenges, the ride turned out to be surprisingly trouble free. Aside from a ca...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Joe Preston, one of the dedicated mechanics behind Team Butts, whose hard work helped keep five riders rolling during the inaugural 2025 Motorcycle TransAm. Joe shares what it was like wrenching on motorcycles ranging from 1913 to 1925, supporting Mike and Larry Butts, Brianna Meisinger, Scott Bernardson, and Jerry Wieland through...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Erik Bahl, who successfully completed the inaugural 2025 Motorcycle TransAm aboard his 1915 Harley-Davidson 11F "Lucille." Erik shares the lessons he learned from crossing America on a 110 year old machine and what he's looking forward to as he prepares for the 2027 TransAm. Along the way, his quick wit and great sen...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with legendary 4 cylinder builders Mark and Loring Hill, who took on and completed the inaugural Motorcycle TransAm in 2025 with six 4-cylinder motorcycles. We talk about:-their favorite stories from the road-what it was like helping Mike Butts become the champion-what we can expect to see from them in 2027🎧 Tune in to hear what it’s...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with legendary endurance rider Norm Nelson, who's gearing up to take on the inaugural 2025 TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run aboard his 1911 Reading Standard. Norm's passion for antique motorcycles runs deep, from rebuilding his favorite 1958 XLH Sportster 883 to racing vintage Nortons, Gold Stars, and Triumphs in AHRMA. W...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Pat Olson to talk about his deep passion for antique motorcycles, the importance of keeping the spirit of vintage bike culture alive, and the grit it takes to keep these machines running mile after mile. Pat shares the story behind his 1921 J Model Harley-Davidson, dives into the challenges of riding century-old bikes, and reflect...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Tyler Golletti to talk all things endurance racing, preparation, and the thrill of riding coast to coast on an antique motorcycle.🏁 Topics We Cover:✔️ Tyler’s experience with past endurance races and what he’s learned✔️ How he’s setting himself up for success to cover the most miles possible✔️ The modifications and prep work he’s...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Matt Miller—a seasoned cross-country rider with an incredible collection of antique motorcycles, from Harley VLs to classic Indians. Matt has ridden across the country countless times, and he has one BIG piece of advice for anyone taking on the challenge: PREPARE. 🔥 Topics We Cover: ✔️ The 1916 Harley-Davidson Matt is riding that...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Steve Klein, a master builder and restorer of antique motorcycle engines, to talk about his deep passion for vintage motorcycles. From Reading Standards to Hendersons, Steve has been around some of the rarest and most legendary pre-1915 motorcycles—and he’s bringing that expertise to the Motorcycle TransAm! 🏍️ Topics We Cover: ✔️...

In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with Bill Page, a master builder of antique motorcycle engines, to discuss his passion for vintage bikes and the upcoming Motorcycle TransAm! 🏍️ Topics We Cover: ✔️ The Harley-Davidson JD and why Bill loves this legendary machine ✔️ The motors he’s building for other riders in the TransAm race ✔️ What bike he’ll be riding across the co...

Join us for an exciting episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast as we sit down with Dave Currier to talk about his 1911 Harley-Davidson, a remarkable antique motorcycle equipped with a belt drive and modern disc brakes for added safety. Dave shares his preparation process for this grueling cross-country journey, drawing from his extensive experience in similar vintage motorcycle races. Discover...

Join us for an unforgettable episode of the Motorcycle TransAm podcast as we sit down with Tim Burns, a passionate vintage motorcycle enthusiast. Tim shares incredible stories from the road, including the wild fixes he’s had to pull off when breaking down mid-ride. His tales of adventure, perseverance, and the camaraderie of runs like this will inspire anyone with a love for antique motorcycles to...

Welcome to the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast! In this exciting first episode, join Kelsey and Sean as they dive deep into everything you need to know about the epic TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run. We’re talking about the incredible antique motorcycles taking on this 4,000-mile coast-to-coast challenge, including early Harley-Davidsons, Hendersons, and Indians. Learn what makes these century-o...