Arrive Alive! The Motorcycle Safety Podcast

"Why We Ride" star, Alonzo Bodden is back with us to discuss his recent move to Vegas and his new bike and share more safe riding strategies! Len and Alonzo also do a lightning round talking about other stars and the bikes "they might ride"! 

 We pay tribute to Gasper Trama, one of the greatest motorcycle instructors of all time and a man who revolutionized the art of two-wheeled education. Through heartfelt stories and personal anecdotes, we will tell you how Gasper was a true friend, confidant, and inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing him. 

Time again for us to answer your pressing questions about safety, guests, and getting the most pleasure from your motorcycle. Please remember to share the show with your friends who ride!!

Brianna Marriott is a pro-chef and skilled mechanic who loves riding mopeds and motorcycles. She leads an all-female moped group in NYC called the Road Clams! Together, they share fun and food and ride vintage mopeds from days gone by. Today, she shares important safety tips and talks about her passion for being a chef.

Flying off a Ninja at 110 MPH caused Guillermo to re-think sports bikes and create a trusted platform for riders to rent other people's motorcycles.  Today, Guillermo tells us about his business and shares his approach to being safe and enjoying every minute on a motorcycle.  

Today, we discuss common causes of motorcycle crashes, from driver inattention to road hazards, and emphasize the importance of gathering evidence and documentation with John Haymond, CEO of The Haymond Law Firm.  His firm sponsors the show and NYC's Two Wheel Tuesdays, and they successfully represented me when a careless driver hit me.  Copy Retry

Join us as we explore the cutting-edge technology and engineering that go into creating Lightning's state-of-the-art electric motorcycles. Richard dives deep into his company, its present line-up, and what's in store for the future. We'll  also get Richard's personal approach to riding safety and enjoyment. 

Ted Moyer traded a cushy corporate job to lead the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, a non-profit organization for BMW motorcycle enthusiasts in the United States. The number of friendships he's facilitated is probably more than the miles he's ridden. Ted is joined by MOA member Michael, and together, they talk about camaraderie, safety, and pleasurable riding. 

Today, we share knowledge and confidence to navigate traffic, stay visible, avoid hazards in urban areas, and more! We also cover dealing with aggressive drivers, handling tight spaces, and staying safe in unpredictable conditions.

Newly ordained Harley-riding Minister and TV/Streaming Executive Jamie Rodriguez has put many miles on her motorcycle and traveled to the Tail of the Dragon and Nova Scotia. Today, she talks about her calling to be a minister and how she stays safe in the saddle! 

Join us for an exciting show featuring exclusive updates on upcoming guests and how you can take part in the show! And Len answers your email questions!  

VOOM is a new show sponsor. According to the MIC, most motorcycle riders travel less than 3,000 miles annually. VOOM's unique pay-pay-per-mile policy offers cost savings and transparency while still giving you the same coverage!  Tyler from VOOM will tell us about insurance and if VOOM is right for you. 

To bring motorcycle safety content to a wider audience, we used AI Software to translate Eder's January show from English to Spanish. The voices are of Len (your host) and our guest, Eder.  English episodes will resume with the next show. 

Melissa is a motorcycle and mindset coach with dual citizenship in the USA and Australia. She rides a dual-purpose motorcycle and uses her passion for motorcycling to help others. Today, she shares her safety strategies and talks about how motorcycling helped her through some mental health challenges after giving birth to her son. Melissa is a certified MSF instructor with a lot of knowledge to sh...

Born and raised in Russia, Alena was destined to ride her own path. That passion for self-determination led her to the USA, where she embraced new horizons in modeling, acting, and, motorcycling. She excelled in all three, fueled by an infectious energy and a genuine desire to share her knowledge with others. Like all of us, she is not immune to crashes; she had a bad one some years ago.   Alena,...

Eder Holguin was homeless for much of his teen years in Bogotá, Colombia. Hard work and dedication lead him to become a successful tech entrepreneur. Today, he talks about his book. forthcoming film and his advice for staying safe and enjoying riding. 

Happy 2024 I rode through Maryland and Delaware during fall to search for the Blair Witch and visit the school featured in the Dead Poet's Society. Along the way, I had some ups and downs and learned some valuable tips for planning a tour and riding in cold weather.

Ayleen was a mild mannered dentist who embarked on the ride of a lifetime! Today, she shares how her 34,000 mile, year-long trip gave her a new outlook on life and the people she met, and the lessons she learned.

Germán Santana was born in Colombia and worked in Poland and France--now that's quite the combination! He now calls NYC home and discovered the joy of riding motorcycles a bit later, than most.  He is truly passionate about riding and being safe (and looking good while doing so!) Today, Germán talks about how he stays safe in big cities and the countryside of upstate New York and offers tips for b...

We're back! Jamie Chiang talks about her first ride to the famed Americade Rally. Engineer, Ph. D., and former MSF Instructor share memories of our friend David and his strategies for staying upright in all riding conditions. Please share the show with friends and family who ride and follow us on Instagram  @ArriveAlivePodcast

Queers on Gears members Brooke and Erika live and work in New York City and love each other and love to ride--in that order! Today they share their tips on safe and enjoyable riding and for buying motorcycles for anyone new to riding. 

Your host, Len B, talks about how you can learn from his seven crashes in 25+ years of riding.  Please share with your friends and family who ride. 

Bruce Dimon, a self-proclaimed computer geek, has ridden over 700,000 miles spanning 51 years, and he's still going strong. Today he talks about how riding safely makes everything more fun on a motorcycle. Remember to subscribe to the show and share it with your friends and family who ride. :) 

Harry's first bike was a 1941 Harley, which he purchased in 1955. Today Harry shares how he rode safely for four decades and tips for today's riders. 

Mark and Louanna were married 35 years ago and have been riding together ever since. Their anniversary is Feb 13th and the first song they danced to was Cindy Lauper's "Time After Time". They have ridden all over the earth and currently do most of their riding in Baja Mexico. Today they talk about their love for each other and how they stay safe while riding together.