Motorcycles & Misfits

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Podcast 319: Sharing The Love With Riders Share Jul 22, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we find out who got a new bike (it's Naked Jim) and what kind of bike it is (It's a Africa Twin). Liza learns a lesson about chain maintenance, and a question about what to call a group of Royal Enfields is discussed. Our guest this week is Guillermo from Riders Share, a a motorcycle sharing marketplace. Rent a motorcycle or list your own to make money. We talk about the challenges he's faced in creating this new industry. We also talk about different bikes you can rent, and which is the best for certain situations. Emma and Liza give advice on how to prepare your bike for renting to others, and how to inspect a bike you will be renting yourself. Lastly, we read emails and answer some important questions. With Liza, Scott, Nak, Bagel, Miss Emma, Guillermo, Henry and Naked Jim. https://www.riders-share.com/ Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 318: Sheemotos, VnM and a CB750 That Won't Die Jul 15, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are off to the races. Well, we went to the MotoAmerica races, though we didn't actually watch any of the races.....But we test rode bikes, ran into lots of friends and had a ton of fun. We'll share our experiences on the test rides, which include the Yamaha Niken and a BMW S1000RR. Our guests this week were also there, but they were hanging with the cool kids in race leathers. Aliki from VnM Sport is here to talk about racing and under garments. And Shiree from Sheemotos is here to talk about racing (and punching Aliki in the uterus) but also she shares her story of overcoming a head injury and later using motorcycling to help women overcome PTSD much like she did. They've both got great stories to tell, but we're going to throw in a bonus story for free. Davis from Atlanta has joined us as well. He's been riding his 1978 CB750 across the country and spent the day at the shop tearing down his engine and fixing an oil leak. Never ever trust us when we say we want to take a picture with you and your bike. It's like shooting fish in a barrel people. With Liza, Nak, Bagel, Miss Emma, Shiree, Aliki, Naked Jim and Davis. https://vnmsport.com/ http://www.sheemotos.com/ Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 317: Killing Squirrels on a Twisted Road Jul 01, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we start the show out with the bad news, and bring it back up all the way to the end. Sadly racer Carlen Dunne has crashed and died while setting a new record at Pikes Peak Hill Climb. This is a huge loss for the world. Also, one of our own was in a freak motorcycle accident, and we send our best wishes to his long recovery. Now lets take it back up. Oh wait, not quite done. Liza and Jim went on an epic ride and managed to kill 1 ground squirrel apiece. Condolences to the squirrels families as well. Okay, now we can take it back up. Mikey 3 Times bought a new bike that he's going to customize and hopefully become Mikey 4 Times. Austin from Twistedroad.com has joined us to share all the updates and improvements that have been made since his last visit. Now you can find more bikes than ever in almost all the states (NY, what's thee deal?) and you can get better insurance to make sure you are well covered. Check it out at www.Twistedroad.com Zee has started a new group called Bunkabiker, where you can list or find places for fellow bikers to crash for the night (maybe crash is a bad choice for words for the biker community) Lastly we finish with listener emails and go 3 for 3 in answering them. Congrats to Wendy Crockett for being this year's Iron Butt Rally winner! Stay to the very end to hear our interview with Carlin Dunne from last year's Moto Bay Classic. With Liza, Sara, Miss Emma, Austin, Zee, Naked Jim and Mikey 3 (soon to be 4) Times. Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 316: Riding For a Cause with the Moto.Men Jun 24, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Scotland and Nate of MotoDotMen.com. They have been traveling around the US and Canada on a trip of a lifetime while spreading good cheer, awareness, and a little money for good causes. They show us that you can have an adventure and make the world a little better place all at the same time. We also hear from Liza and Jim who went on another dirt biking adventure and tried out a new place. Mike gives us his report from the Born Free Motorcycle Show, and gives us the ins and outs of how to do it right. Lastly we follow up with listener emails which are of course read in the accent of the senders origin. With Liza, Henry, Bagel, Miss Emma, Nate, Scotland, Michael, Award Winning Mike and Naked Jim. https://www.facebook.com/motodotmen https://www.motodotmen.com Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 315: Florida Man Jun 17, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we catch up on lots of things. Here's the rundown: -Henry got his Moto Guzzi running after rebuilding the engine -Mycah took an advanced riding class from Z2 Trackdays and shares her report -Cat McLeod of Leod Escapes calls in from Italy with a report from the road -Emma brought a unicorn to the garage -Florida Man (need we say more) -Jim gives us a report from his moto trip to Scotland, and also tells us about a recent experience that may or may not have caused him to shit his pants -Liza gives a review of the Icon Joker WP boots -We answer listener's questions in emails Congrats to Jason Miodrag, this month's Patreon Prize Pack winner. With Liza, Bagel, Nak, Miss Emma, Mycah, Henry and Naked Jim. Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 314: WRWR Founder Hayley Bell Jun 10, 2019

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On this motorcycle podcast, we get down with WRWR founder Hayley Bell. A little update on the Vampire MC rally, and Jill who is shooting a documentary on women motorcyclists. Along with emails and general tomfoolery. with: Liza, Bagel, Hayley, Jill, Emma, Mike, Nak, Jim, Stacie, Brendan. https://womenridersworldrelay.com/

Podcast 313: Badass Chick Eline Mets Jun 03, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by the writer, producer, director and star of a new TV pilot called Diaries of Badass Chicks. She's currently raising money through Kickstarter to finish filming the rest of the episodes. There's dirt bikes, mud, muddy women, and a story with a mission to make women's motocross racing a better sport. We also pop Brandon's gas bike cherry, and he can't get enough of it. Which bike did her prefer? Listen and find out. Mycah is continuing to improve as a biker, and shares with us her latest learnings. Then we read some listener emails and answer some burning questions. With Liza, Scout, Michael, Nak, Bagel, Miss Emma, Bex, Mycah, Morgan, Henry, Brandon, Charley and Isaac. https://www.badasschicks.tv https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1405636991/diaries-of-badass-chicks?fbclid=IwAR3-uvaFD5z3msdIHFEXFI6I1w6jYRJ3Mvwi9tCx7v9sUdfvnXpq3d60kEU Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 312: 6 Hours From Death May 27, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we're joined by listener JJ, who wrote in to tell us his story of escaping death. We thought it was so amazing, we invited him in to tell it in person. And he wouldn't be here to do so if it wasn't for his Spot Satellite GPS he received as a gift from his family. JJ also tells us about his '47 and '42 Harley restoration projects. But first, we talk about what we're working on, and why one of the kids is going to receive a prank punishment next week. Liza shares some deals she's found on Ali Express that are hard to pass up on. It's time for Dueling Craigslist Porn Pics. Which one might end up in the garage next week? And lastly Bagel reads a riveting email about a trip from hell that surely would have done JJ in. With Liza, Nak, Bagel, JJ and Bex. https://www.findmespot.com/en/ Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com https://www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits

Podcast 311: My Bologna Has A First Name with Cat McLeod of Leod Escapes May 20, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast, we hear from Bex, who managed to escape death when a mechanic forgot to tighten some important bolts on her bike. Next up we hear from Bex and Bagel, who give a ride report from the Mods and Rockers ride last week in San Francisco. Then our special guest Cat McLeod of Leod Escapes shares with us tips for moto traveling in Italy. Live to Ride, Ride to Eat is certainly a motto here. He also has some great tips for packing, and renting a motorcycle. Liza gives a WRWR update, and shares the story of an inspirational woman in Iran named Behnaz, Shafiei. Lasty, we finish with emails and insults from Nak. With Liza, Nak, Bagel, Cat, Sara, Bex and Naked Jim. Hear the Road Motorcycle Tours Italy https://motorcycletoursitaly.com/ HP Motorrad Motorcycle Rental in Italy https://www.hpmotorrad.rentals/en/ Tri-Corded Travel Clothesline https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJXGHS9/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_dBk4CbB2YG7HC Rolo - Roll-Up Travel Bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KEDAKR6/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_JDk4Cb03AVPNQ Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfit

Podcast 310: The Quail Motorcycle Gathering 2019 May 13, 2019

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This week on our motorcycle podcast we head on down to Carmel, CA for the Quail Motorcycle Gathering. This is a not to be missed event, and we go every year to meet cool people, see awesome bikes and get great interviews. We start off with Rob Dingman President and CEO of the AMA, and talk about Malcolm Smith and how the AMA will classify electric bikes in racing events. Then we talk with Jim Carducci, of Carducci Dual Sport Motorcycles. He made a Harley Baja Racer for Tony Gera, who will compete in the Iron Man event on this sweet bike. We all agree that this is a bike we'd love to kick a leg over some day. Next up is Stefano Benatti, GM of Energica Motorcycles. Fellow Misfit Brandon joins us to learn more about this first of many electric bike companies represented at the Quail this year. We checked out the Curtiss Motorcycles booth which included their new electric bike, and talked to CEO Matt Chambers about the transition from Confederate to Curtiss, and how their electric bike is truly different from anything else out there. Helite airbag vests were there too, so we stopped by to talk to Knute about their new airbag jackets, which give you no clue to the airbag hidden inside. I predict that this will be a common thing in most jackets to come. We stopped and talked to our friend Robb Talbott of the MotoTalbott museum. He shared some stories about some of his bikes on display, including a Montessa that was spared from the crusher and perfectly restored. Did you know there's a Canadian company making electric bikes? We didn't either until we saw them at the Quail, where we met Jean Pierre, president of Lito Motorcycles, who told us all about them. With Liza, Naked Jim, Nak and Emma. https://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/ https://carduccidualsport.com/ https://www.energicamotorusa.com/ https://www.curtissmotorcycles.com/ https://helite.com/ http://www.mototalbott.com/ https://litomotorcycles.com/ Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfit

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