Motorcycles & Misfits

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about a bike that came in to the shop for an assessment and possible new customer for Emma. There's a story to this bike that makes it seem pretty special, but is it true? And if it isn't, is it worth the money to resurrect? We discuss. Next up we are joined by Michael, Aaron and Legrand who are 3 of the founders of Super 73, an ebike and American lifest...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about how to become a better rider. In our first story, we talk about a new guy named Michael, who's only been riding less than 6 months, and has already moved up to a Ducati. At first we thought he might just be another squid, but he came to learn how to maintain his bike, and he's already taken an advanced riding class. Way to go Michael. Next up we he...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we tear down an engine to see what caused it to seize. This is a great way for people to learn not only about how an engine works, but also why we choose the tools we do for each specific task. Next up it's game time, and this time it's Mycah who is the game master. We play a game she calls Ride Own or Crush, where we pull the names of 3 bikes out of a bag, and...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Greg, the owner of the Gilroy Motorcycle Center, which has plans to become the motorcycle superstore we need. The industry has changed a lot in the last decade, and especially the last 2 years. He tells us about the issues they had to deal with during Covid, and how they managed to grow into a new space nearly 5 times bigger. Can they become a s...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are talking about choppers. In fact, the chopper scene is alive a kicking in Japan, and our guests Will and Matt have captured it on film to share with the world. Their film, The Roost, interviews the builders, racers, painters and riders and delves into the scene and community, and captures the essence of what makes choppers so cool. We highly recommend chec...

If you clicked on this expecting to see some crazy 2 stroke hybrid superbike, then surprise! There isn't one. This is just a list of all the things we talk about tonight. With Liza, Miss Emma, Lila, Bagel, Naked Jim, Diego, Daren, and Nak for like 2 minutes. www.wetravel.com/trips/dolomites-…canazei-62002307 adifferentagenda.com/tour/land-of-t…giants-stumpy/ adifferentagenda.com/tour/chickistan/ r...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we hear from Emma, who has an invitation for you, to join her on her tour of the Italian Alps this July. Jim had another amazing dirt biking trip in the desert, and this time there were guns and flaming tires on the hill climb. Liza and the gang drop their knowledge in a segment we call Ancient Biker Wisdom. We play a game called Elevator Pitch, where the group...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we here from Henry who crashed again and Liza and John, who joined the "had a gun pointed at me on my motorcycle" club. In both cases, no one was hurt, except for maybe a few pairs of underwear. Junky Turdman from the Creative Riding Podcast joins us for a round of Debate Club. This one is called Motorcycle or Scooter, and they debate which category certain ambi...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we start out with some somber news. Ray-Ray was hit by a car and his bike totaled (second one in 3 months) and even though he's okay, there was a death involved. He came away from both accidents mostly intact, much in part to the gear that he wears. So we decided to go around the room and share with everyone the gear we love, and why we love it. Henry told us ab...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we have a lively crowd ready to recap our two most recent events. First up we share stories from the Numb Nuts Challenge, which ended up going 19 hours into the middle of the night and chilling temps. Congrats to Sam and Matt, who decided to split the prize, and to Evan for giving us the best performance. Next up we talk about the Naked Ride, where many of our o...

The Misfits hit the AimExpo in Las Vegas and did some on the spot interviews. Give them a listen! -Staci Wilt from Ride to Food https://ridetofood.com/ -Jeff Zhang SSR Motorsports http://www.ssrmotorsports.com/ -LaShundra Rucker of Sportbike Chic https://www.sportbikechic.com/ - Vintage motorcycle racer Brittney Olsen http://www.20thcenturyracing.com/ -Paul Gomez of National Cycle windshields http...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we have freshly returned from the AimExpo in Las Vegas, where we made new friends and had a great time. We share some of our highlights and stories, including a conversation with the DID guys as to which is the better master link. Rivet or clip style? Then Liza shows off her new fake Klim gloves from Ali express, and we compare them to the real version that she...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by one of our favorite regular guests, Austin from Twisted Road. There's been lots of changes and new features on this motorcycle rental website, and we had the pleasure of taking advantage of one of them. More and more dealerships are signing up with Twisted Road, which means we were able to pick up 2 Indians and 2 Triumphs at one location, and ta...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Mikey 3 Times, who signed his 4 yr old daughter up for her first dirt biking class. He's a proud papa that can't wait to get her onto a bigger bike. We chat a bit about the Dakar rally, and some of the interesting details you discover while watching the coverage. Check it out. Then we get into a discussion about the best all around bike. Basical...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we ring in the new year with fun show full of laughs. First up, we hear from Jim and John who learned some lessons in the garage today, but fortunately they came out ahead on these ones. Next up, Liza shares her latest purchases from aliexpress,com, and thinks she has some winners this time. Then we play a new game called Two Truths and a Lie, but we make it the...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are enjoying the holidays, and finishing off the year with some great topics. First up, Emma teaches us all about front ends. We talk about hub center steering, and why it's the best performing but least used type of front end. Next up we try out a new segment called Debate Club, where Emma and Stumpy John debate the pros and cons of each bike, and Jim and Ba...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are full of holiday cheer while enjoying our year round riding season. First up, a ride report from John and Liza, on their latest big thumper group ride. Shrimp tacos and apple pie were some of the stops, so you know it was good. Live to Ride, Ride to Eat! Next up, Liza introduces a new game featuring album covers with motorcycles and scooters on them. Then...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about the dealership experience. How we're treated, how comfortable we are made to feel, and what extras they offer mean something to us. And that's why we want to officially recognize Harley Davidson with our Golden Award of Excellence, for the best overall dealership experience, in a time when so many are struggling and changing their practices. So eve...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we've had another amazing weekend with adventure rides and friends, including one where John's bike takes a dirt nap. Our next segment we are calling Just the Tip, where everyone offers up their 5 best all around tips in a category of their choice. Pay close attention to Emma's tips, since they may come in handy in a true time of need. Next up we pick our final...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share 3 ride reports that all have something in common: running low on gas. Next up we play a game called Video Game, Locomotive or Scooter. Then we get into the main topic on the top superbikes of all time. But before we can make a list, we first have to decide what qualifies a superbike? This is harder than it seems, and we do out best to break it down. So...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by superhuman long distance rider Chris Hopper. He recently set a new long distance riding record on his Harley, completing 100,000 miles in 100 days. This feat is unfathomable to most riders, yet he made it seem simple. I'm sure you've done the math by now and have lots of questions. Well, so do we, and he explains it all to us, including some clo...

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Raymond, who just came back from a baja tour that left his bike and body worse for the wear. And it brings up the debate about how much responsibility falls on a tour group to get you to your destination safely, even when it's an adventure tour and risk is part of the package. Not surprisingly, some of the Misfits disagree. But this also gets us...

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza pitches another crazy idea, and this one might not be so bad. How long do you think you could sit on your motorcycle while on the kickstand? 8hrs? 24? 36? Let us know if you want to join the challenge this January. Next up it's time for a little Porn Pic Challenge - Project Bike Edition. Coming into the winter is a hard time for those who can't ride, so we...

This week on our motorcycle podcast it's Halloween, and bad luck seems to be creeping in. Emma got a new tool that kept blowing the breaker, and Jocelin posted a video of her bike falling over. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVrjAw1lj7P/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link But Cat McLeod is here to brighten things up for a bit. He has been conducting some of his amazing tours abroad, and has even more planne...

This week on our motorcycle podcast Jocelin Snow drops in and brings with her moto blogger Carolyn AKA Doodle On A Motorcycle. She has been documenting her journey from a new rider, to becoming the best rider she can. She has been challenging herself with riding different bikes, as well as taking classes in all kinds of riding styles, which is what brought her out here to take Jocelin's ADV class....