Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast

It's been a while, but don't worry - we'll catch you up on everything that's happened in the motorcycle industry.

Welcome to 2022! It's a new year, but the same Brap Talk motorcycle podcast. Enjoy!

In this episode, we accidentally talk about a bunch of electric motorcycles that have recently hit the motorcycle industry. We start things off with Harley-Davidson taking the Livewire public on the New York Stock Exchange. From there, we look at Ducati's reveal of its MotoE electric race bike. Next up, there is a new startup, Stark Future, making a very promising electric MX bike. Lastly, we fini...

If you thought we talked a lot about Ducati before this episode, then you haven't seen anything yet! Get your beverages ready, and come along for the ride, as Jensen is back from the Panigale V4 S launch in Spain and the Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak launch in Palm Springs, to discuss what it's like riding these two bikes. We also cover the debut of the Ducati DesertX, and why Shahin put some of his h...

In this episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast, Jensen and Shahin sit down for a debrief on the 2021 EICMA show. They discuss the bikes that debuted in Italy, and how the Milan trade show will never be the same.

Stuck in customs from flying to Europe twice in two weeks, the lost Episode 80 covers two bike launches: the Ducati Streetfighter V2 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660. Both bikes were incredibly good, but cause some interesting ripples in their respective classes. We also cover the debut of the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP, news of MV Agusta's adventure bikes, questionable moves by Triumph UK's apparel div...

When the Shahin is away, the Jensen will play. Off to Sardinia to ride the new Aprilia Tuareg 660, Jensen got a chance to sit down with Aprilia brand manager Cristian Barelli to discuss the birth of the company's 660 platform, and its return to the dual-sport arena.

It is new bike season, so come join Jensen Beeler and Shahin Alvandi in their talks about the new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Pike, the updated BMW K-bikes, the Honda NT1100 for Europe, and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO for the USA. We also mourn the passing of Paul Smart, and wish his family and friends the best.

The often talked about, but never aired, lost Cory West interview is now available for your two-wheeled loving hearts. We ask Cory the important questions, like why his fiancée has a Wikipedia page and he doesn't.

Buckle up kids, it's time for another weekly installment from the Church of Brapistan. Today's sermon includes a conversation about bold new naming; why it's good to be beautiful, but better to be cheap; and why it's always best to tell the truth. On the motorcycle front, we look at the Ducati Multistrada V2, Suzuki GSX-S1000GT, Triumph Tiger Sport 660, retro bikes, and the budding EV market.

In this episode, you better buckle up for an hour of Jensen and Shahin talking about Ducati's upcoming 2022 models, including the DesertX and Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak. From there, it's more Italian bikes, as we ogle the MV Agusta F3 RR and how it is adapting to the upcoming WorldSSP rules for next season. We also look at the Suzuki GSX-S1000GT, and have some thoughts on this sport-tourer that mig...

More than you ever wanted to know about vehicle financing, our show starts off with the question of whether Harley-Davidson's financial services is the Bar & Shield brand's secret weapon. Next, we look at Ducati's not-so-secret Streetfighter V2, which we expect to see later this year. From there, we look at the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR and the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello. There are plenty of rabb...

An omnibus show, Jensen and Shahin start with a discussion about the upcoming Triumph Tiger Sport 660, which then quickly devolves into a roundup about their most favorite and collectible motorcycles. From there, the show takes a pause (courtesy of the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tire) and come back with a ride review of the BMW R18 B and BMW R18 Transcontinental, and what the Germans got right and wr...

In this episode we discuss the teaser debut of the Aprilia Tuareg 660, and what it means for the adventure bike market. That leads us into a larger discussion about the ADV space and what makes a bike an adventure bike (or not), including some frank talk about Ural sidecars. We also talk about the retirement announcement of Valentino Rossi, and whether or not MotoGP will be coming to Austin this y...

What makes American motorcycling unique? That's the ongoing question in this episode, as we look at BMW's new R18 motorcycles, which take on the bagger and dresser offerings from Harley-Davidson. We also look at rumors of new Ducati's on the horizon, and our electric future.

Shahin goes to the IMS Outdoor show at Sears Point and reports back on all the shiny bikes he saw, while Jensen covers the KTM RC 8C debut, Triumph's plans for a dirt bike, and the new Ducati Panigale V2 Bayliss edition.

In this episode we start out with some news about Aprilia's worldwide recall for its 660cc motorcycles. From there, we head to BMW, which has just launched its CE 04 electric scooter while also touting record sales. It is Harley-Davidson with the top electric news though, as its spin-out of the LiveWire brand has shown us the much more affordable ONE motorcycle - and all the confusion that comes w...

It's been hot, Hot, HOT here in Portland, but Jensen and Shahin talk about some motorcycles - and rumors of motorcycles - including the possibilities of the Yamaha R9 and BMW R1300GS motorcycles.

Jensen and Shahin are on the mics this episode, talking to you about a slew of motorcycle-related topics, along with special guest Cory West. Up for conversation is the Bagger Racing League, the Harley-Davidson 1250 Custom launch date, some rumors from Suzuki's lineup, and we tackle the age-old question: what is an adventure bike?

Special guest Cory West joins us for a talk about all things two-wheeled!

What is it like to ride the new Suzuki Hayabusa? Jensen tells all. Then, Shahin drops some knowledge about what he wants to see from Ducati's sportier Multistrada V4 that is rumored to be arriving soon. We also lament the death of Oregon's lane-sharing law, which was vetoed at the finish line by Oregon's Governor.

Closer to a normal schedule, Episode 64 sees us talking about how Oregon just passed a lane-sharing law; the debut of the Yamaha YZF-R7 and how much better it is than we thought; and then there is a very tasty rumor about a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R.

In this episode, we talk about what it's like racing with a broken collarbone, and why that's a bad idea. We also discuss whether it's a good idea for Harley-Davidson to make the LiveWire its own electric motorcycle sub-brand; the good, bad, and the ugly about Brembo's new caliper concept; as well as some business items from the industry. It's a fun show, give it a listen.

In this episode of the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast, we start by talking about Jensen's recent on-track crash, where he broke his collarbone. This gets us into a conversation about the mental side of the sport, and probably why this podcast is going to come out late. From there, we take a look at the new Suzuki GSX-S1000 street bike, as well as Valentino Rossi's decision to take money from the Sau...

Pardon our delay on this episode, it was 100% edited with a concussion...so, that was fun. We'll talk about that next show. In this show we talk about riding the new Aprilia RSV4 superbike, our first impressions of the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, and changing the entrenched culture of the motorcycle industry.