Motorcycles & Misfits

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Podcast 498: Electric Motorcycle Thunderdome Nov 21, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza shares an amazing story in a segment we call How Did We Not Know About This, about motorcycles designed by NASA for the moon. Moon scooters were almost a thing! Next up we talk about the massive influx of new electric motorcycles being announced, and who is going to survive this EMoto Thunderdome. Will it be a company with a base in the industry like Kymco or Kawasaki? Or will it be a small company like Fuell or Cake? Do any of these companies bring some new innovation to the table? Or are they all just different aesthetics in an industry already capped by technology? And what does this mean to the rider that hasn't even thought of buying an electric motorcycle yet? We discuss all these things, and why you should be watching the market as they all fight to survive and claim their spot in the future of motorcycling. In game time, Liza springs a spelling bee on the guys, and we find out who can actually spell these often mispronounced motorcycle words. And lastly, we read listener emails and find out what most of us may be doing wrong. With Liza, Stumpy John, Morgan and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 Thanks to our sponsor www.mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com motorcyclesandmisfits@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Podcast 497: Stumpy or Chumpy? Nov 14, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about a bike that Emma is working on in her shop, a Hyosung Aquila GV650. Hyosung has been around in the US for over 15 years, but it seems they are rarely seen in the wild. These Korean bikes hit the market and then seemed to disappear. So how good or bad are they? Should you buy one? Listen and find out what we conclude about these cheap bikes. Next up Stumpy John presents to us 10 new bikes unveiled at EICMA this year, and we decide if we are excited about them in this game called Stumpy or Chumpy. Craig and Naked Jim give us a ride report from their recent excursion to the Mojave desert, where Craig learns to ride deep sand for the first time. and lastly we read listener emails and answer questions, one of which is too good to answer quickly, so you'll have to listen next week while we have a discussion about life after a big accident. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Kelly, Craig, Naked Jim and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 Thanks to our sponsor www.mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Podcast 496: Italian Tips, Deals and a Dong Nov 07, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are going Italian baby! Cat McLeod is here to talk about the Misfits trip to Italy next year, and he's got some travel tips to make your trips better. In fact, we've had so many people interested in the trip that we're considering offering 2 trips! If you're interested, let us know what you prefer. https://bit.ly/3DJtQl8 Is there such a thing as a cheap Ducati? We searched the web and present our finds to Emma to see if anyone can find a real deal. Emma gives a History Hole on Benelli Motorcycles, which have a long history before the current bikes that we have now. They also make shotguns. Listen and learn. Stumpy John and Cat talk about the Moto GP which just ended, and if you aren't following, they've got some reasons you should, and the Italians are all over this one. And lastly we read listener emails. With Liza, Stumpy John, Cat, Mouse, Naked Jim, Miss Emma and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 And get your tickets to the RevSisters Moto Film Festival at revsisters.com/events/rsmff2022/ Thanks to our sponsor mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Emma's History Hole: All About Valves Nov 03, 2022

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We bring to you yet another wonderful history hole, this time about a part of the bike that many fear. That's right, it's valves. What does a valve do? How and why do you adjust them? Can you do it yourself? These questions and more will be answered. And as always, thank you to our Patreon supporters. We couldn't do it without you. With Emma and Liza

Podcast 495: The Right to Repair and Subscription Upgrades - Are They Fair? Oct 31, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are talking about the right to repair. With all the technology on new bikes, owners are not able to work on them. And with the software and tools being so expensive, anyone but a factory dealer may not be able to work on them either. Mike Sayre from the AMA join us to talk about this. Should people be able to work on their bike when the tech is so complicated that they may mess something up or disable safety features? This isn't new in many other industries like cell phones and tractors, but it's fairly new for motorcycles, and the AMA is making sure that bikes aren't being overlooked when legislation comes into play. Tying into this topic, we discuss paying for upgrades that your bike may already be equipped with. Zero has been doing this with their Cypher program, and now KTM has announced a similar system with the 2023 890 Adventure. So if your bike has heated grips or enhanced suspension settings from the factory, should you have to pay extra to unlock it? Or should it just be included in the base price? Is this a bonus for the frugal shopper? Or is it only an advantage to the manufacturer? Let us know what you think. Lastly, Bagel gives us a history hole on the Honda Monkey Bike, and we read listener emails. With Liza, Miss Emma, Patrick, Naked Jim and Bagel. www.facebook.com/groups/790404528666073 Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 And get your tickets to the RevSisters Moto Film Festival at revsisters.com/events/rsmff2022/ Thanks to our sponsor https://mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Podcast 494: Max Sizemore and his Bitchin Blackbird Oct 24, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by resto modder Max Sizemore. He's built some pretty cool bikes, taking stock superbikes and making them faster, lighter and better handling. He does this by getting the best suspension, brakes, engine mods and carbon fiber body parts he can find. So if money wasn't in the equation, what bike would you improve on? This leads Emma into a History Hole on the speed wars of the 90's, which may not have happened as lore has told us. Next up, Liza plays a game of Does It Turbo, and see's if Max and Emma can guess which bikes have been turboed. And lastly, Liza gives s ome movie reviews for some flicks you should check out. With Liza, Texas John, Miss Emma, Chin, Max, Naked Jim and Bagel. https://www.facebook.com/groups/790404528666073 Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 revsisters.com/events/rsmff2022/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Emma's History Hole: Royal Enfield Oct 21, 2022

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Thanks so much for supporting us on Patreon. Our way of thanking you is to bring you exclusive tracks like this one. I'm sure you've heard of Royal Enfield, but maybe you didn't know how many cool things there are with this company. Like, did you know that the Enfield Bullet is the longest running bike in production of all time? And that Emma has a direct connection to this long running company. Listen and enjoy!

Podcast 493: Motorcycle Couples Counseling Oct 17, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza test rides the new Royal Enfield Scram 411. This is a great affordable option for any rider who prefers value over performance, and it looks good too. But why do people still comment on the lack of power on a budget bike? What do you expect on a bike that retails under $7K? And is there a cheap bike that delivers on price, performance and quality? They might be coming faster than you think, and you might be surprised where they are coming from. Next up, Liza has been stepping out on her Africa Twin, so before selling it, she decided to try couples counseling. Can the relationship be saved? And will it be the new Transalp that steals her heart? This leads Emma to do a History Hole on the Transalp that his actually been in production for decades, just not here in the states. And lastly we talk to our guests Josh, about his bikes, and Tori about her profession as an embalmer. This leads to all sorts of questions about preparing a body for a viewing and burial on their motorcycle. Ever wonder how they do it? Well, listen and find out. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Tori, Josh, Naked Jim and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-misfits-500th-episode-extravaganza-tickets-442515374397 https://revsisters.com/events/rsmff2022/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Podcast 492: Alternator Rectumfrier Oct 10, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast, Award Winning Mike joins us to report on his trip to Italy with Cat McLeod of Leod Escapes. He fell in love with the sights, sounds and food of Italy, and the riding too. Right before the trip he had crashed and broken his thumb, but Mike doesn't let a little thing like a cast on his hand stop him from having the best motorcycle experience. Since we have a sex specialist in the room with us, Liza finds a way to turn it into a game. The Misfits come up with a sex position name, and then Kim Airs explains what that looks like and how it might work. Feel free to play along and let us know how it works out. Then Bagel gives us the history on the best selling motorcycle of all time, the Honda Super Cub. From carrying noodles to the nicest people, there's a lot of history you may not have known about these amazing little bikes. Join us for our 500th Episode Party on Dec 3rd. https://tinyurl.com/tj6khtcn With Liza, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Carla, Kim, Kelly, Mike and Bagel. www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Podcast 491: Chickistan '22 Oct 03, 2022

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This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza is back, and she's got stories from Pakistan. Relda and Erin join the group to share their perspectives on this action packed trip, as riders with little to no dirt experience. This place is truly an adventure lovers moto paradise, where everything has a certain element of danger. The little 150cc bikes they ride don't seem like an obvious choice, considering the high altitudes, water crossing, death roads, bridges and off roading they do, but somehow these little bikes get the job done. Big thanks to all of our Patreon supporters who funded the bike donated to the Shimshall Girls Hostel in Hunza, 80 girls will now have the chance to experience the one thing all of us love: motorcycles. We highly recommend this experience, and you can find out more about it here: https://adifferentagenda.com/ With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Relda, Brad, Marcus and Bagel. recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

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