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You love their articles. You love their YouTube videos. Now you’re going to love their new

podcast!

The team at Motorcycle.com has launched a brand new podcast, filled with all the

passion and shenanigans you’ve come to expect.

Road test editor Troy Siahaan will take the mic twice a month and will be joined by passionate

motorcycle enthusiasts and professionals from around the world to discuss the life behind the

story.

As well, Troy will regularly be joined by his colleagues Motorcycle.com Editor-in-Chief Ryan

Adams and Senior Editor Nic de Sena to discuss the latest new motorcycles they’ve been riding,

gear they’ve been using, and general commentary on the state of motorcycling. News Editor

Dennis Chung will also regularly join the program to discuss breaking news.

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October 7 · 1 hr 15 min
Episode 35: Is Harley-Davidson Running Away From King of the Baggers?
Did Harley-Davidson just drop the mic, or did they take their ball and go home? In Episode 35 of the Motorcycle.com Bore & Stroke podcast, Ryan, Dennis, and Troy dive headfirst into Harley-Davidson's decision to pull out of MotoAmerica’s King of the Baggers series to go all-in on the global FIM Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup alongside MotoGP. Is this a classic case of Harley being sore losers after coming up short in the KOTB championship, or is it a calculated strategy to showcase American iron on the international stage? We break down what this seismic move means for the future of MotoAmerica, Indian Motorcycle's lone dominance, and why Dorna and MotoGP are rolling out the red carpet for 200-horsepower heavyweights. In this episode, we cover: The Big Topic: Harley-Davidson exits King of the Baggers for the Bagger World Cup. Strategic global expansion or salty exit strategy? The Domino Effect: What happens to MotoAmerica's most polarizing class without Milwaukee's factory support, and where does Indian go from here? The Return of the Crown: Harley-Davidson brings back the iconic Road King (as the Road King ST)! The Immortal V-Twin: Suzuki’s legendary 645cc V-Twin lives on. Italian High Performance: Ducati's upcoming heat with the next-gen Streetfighter V4 SP and Diavel V4 S. Join the crew for all the hot takes, technical banter, and deep industry analysis! 00:00 Intro 00:34 Advertisement 01:40 Today’s Topic 02:53 Check out our past episodes! 03:54 THE NEWS 04:10 The Harley Road King is coming back — in ST trim 08:44 Road Glide and Street Glide are also back as non ST models 09:46 Suzuki’s bringing the SV650 back, now with the SV-7GX engine 14:13 Some new V4s from Ducati are on the way 17:54 Can-Am Recalls 23:30 Harley-Davidson pulling out of King of the Baggers — Good call or sore losers? 33:07 Advertisement 33:55 Why it makes sense for Harley 39:40 Global-scale impact(s) 47:06 What does MotoAmerica do now? 57:51 What happens with Harley/Bagger World Cup? 1:05:33 What do YOU think about Bagger racing and its future? 1:06:44 Once again - check out our past episodes! 1:08:20 Rate us and/or leave us a comment 1:10:35 Advertisement
September 16 · 1 hr 46 min
Episode 34: Adam Child on MotoGP Testing, TT Racing & Modern Moto-Tech
How do you go from testing factory prototypes on track to dropping down Bray Hill at the Isle of Man TT? In Episode 34 of the Bore and Stoke podcast, we sit down with veteran moto-journalist, road tester, and TT racer Adam "Chad" Child. With over 25 years in the industry, 350+ press launches, and a million-plus test miles under his belt, Chad gives us an insider’s look at the wild world of motorcycle media and real-road racing. We dive into how MotoGP tech has evolved from pure analog machinery to modern electronic missiles, the mental shift required to go from evaluating bikes to racing the Mountain Course, wild press launch stories, and what it takes to balance all that with a “normal” life. If you love pure road racing, MotoGP tech, and stories from the heyday of motojournalism, hit that Subscribe button and enjoy the ride! We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda CRF450R. So good, the only competition is yourself. Learn more about the CRF450R here: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N1620.2181304VERTICALSCOPE/B35785606.447332039;dc_trk_aid=640859292;dc_trk_cid=255708988;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=%24%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=%24%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1 00:00 Intro 00:37 Advertisement 01:19 Check out past episodes! 02:12 Our guest this week 03:54 Chad’s earliest memories of the job 11:13 The greatest moto mag test ever 14:30 The Americans always had the best leathers 22:30 Chad’s first TT gives a different view of the race 40:57 Advertisement 41:35 How the industry and motorcycles have changed over the years 59:30 What MotoGP tech is coming down to street bikes? 01:05:50 Chad and Honda’s E-Clutch technology 01:17:10 What’s it like to ride a MotoGP bike? 01:38:00 Where you can find Chad 01:40:40 Rate us! 01:41:41 Advertisement
September 2 · 1 hr 27 min
Episode 33: What’s Coming in 2027?
What new motorcycles are landing in showrooms for 2027? On Episode 33 of the Bore & Stoke podcast, Troy, Dennis, and Ryan dive deep into the rumor mill, patent filings, and OEM trends to tell you what we know is coming, what we think is coming, and what we hope is coming. Before we look into the future, we cover news like Can-Am refreshing the Ryker, Livewire dropping prices, and Bimota making a return to the US — sorta. Drop your 2027 predictions in the comments below! What bike do you want to see built? We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda CRF450R. So good, the only competition is yourself. Learn more about the CRF450R here: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N1620.2181304VERTICALSCOPE/B35785606.447332039;dc_trk_aid=640859292;dc_trk_cid=255708988;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=%24%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=%24%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1 #MotorcycleNews #BoreAndStoke #MotorcycleCom #FutureBikes #ADV #Sportbike #HarleyDavidson #Yamaha #Honda #KTM #Podcast 00:00 Intro 00:36 Advertisement 01:55 Checkout our past episodes 03:06 What’s coming down the pipeline 04:04 THE NEWS 04:14 Can-Am Updates the Ryker 09:36 Livewire Drops Price for One 14:15 Bimota’s Back in the US — Sorta 18:26 Please help with Kevin Wing’s road to recovery (GoFundMe) 23:12 Advertisement 23:55 2027 Motorcycles! 24:50 BMW M1000RS 27:00 BMW M1300GS 31:22 BMW S1000RR (But it might be a 2028 model) 32:24 BMW R20 33:38 BMW F600GS 35:23 Ducati Panigale V4 SP 37:53 CFMOTO V4 1000 39:49 Harley-Davidson Sprint 41:40 Harley-Davidson 883 Sportster 47:58 Honda V3R 52:44 Honda CBR500 Four and CB500 Super Four 54:37 Kawasaki Versys 900 56:04 Kawasaki KX327 2-Stroke 59:31 KTM 490 Platform 01:03:48 Harley Acquires Dust 01:05:16 MV Agusta 5-cylinder engine 01:08:32 Triumph Tiger 1200 01:10:10 Triumph Bonneville 400 01:11:25 Triumph 800 Platform 01:13:13 Yamaha Teases a new Three Cylinder 01:17:40 Off-the-wall guesses from us 01:19:19 What bikes do you want to see next year? 01:19:50 Rate us! And general housekeeping 01:22:42 Advertisement
August 19 · 1 hr 50 min
Episode 32: Greg White on MotoAmerica, American Road Racing & The Future of Moto Racing
This week, in episode 32 of the Bore and Stoke Podcast we are joined by long-time commentator, television host, and American motorcycling staple, Greg White. Having called the action from the prime AMA Superbike era to today’s wildly popular MotoAmerica series, Greg gives us an insider’s look at the evolution of American road racing. We dive into his early riding roots, the reality of calling live races, and how classes like King of the Baggers are reshaping the sport. Then we take a hard detour and chat about his passion for archery! #MotoAmerica #MotorcyclePodcast #BoreAndStoke #RoadRacing #Superbike #GregWhite #MotorcycleCom 00:00 Intro 00:39 Advertisement 01:24 Past episode callback 02:05 Introducing the voice of MotoAmerica, Greg White! 05:11 Warriors In Need 06:20 The skillset behind commentating 09:15 Greg’s first time on TV 17:30 Greg’s still the first person to ever do this 29:00 Keeping secrets, then and now 35:00 Going full stick for the first time and modern electronics 42:10 Advertisement 42:50 The only rider Greg’s taken a selfie with 46:00 Differences in riders over the years 52:35 Tire technology and making racing safer 56:45 Redefining motorcycle categories 59:00 How MotoAmerica creates parity 1:06:40 Greg the archer 1:24:50 The story of Greg’s first press introduction — and crash! 1:37:57 Greg’s too kind 1:45:25 Watch past episodes and rate us! 1:46:22 Advertisement
August 5 · 1 hr 14 min
Episode 31: The Anatomy of a Cult Classic: What Makes a Motorcycle Unkillable?
Why do some slow, clunky, or objectively flawed motorcycles become absolute legends, while technically superior bikes are forgotten? On this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, Ryan, Dennis, and Troy break down the mysterious recipe behind "Cult Classic" motorcycles. Dennis kicks things off with a look at some news topics to kick things off, including a new Suzuki with an old Suzuki engine, plus some corporate news from Indian and Harley. Then, Ryan and Troy talk about cult bikes: what is it about these machines on the road (or trail) that converts mechanical flaws into "personality"? The guys debate the fine line between true character and overhyped nostalgia, call out a few famous cult bikes that they think are wildly overrated, and draft their picks for future cult classics you should buy right now before prices skyrocket. Drop a comment below: What motorcycle do you think is a true cult classic, and which one is overhyped garbage? 00:00 Intro 00:36 Advertisement 01:12 Go watch our past shows! 03:03 THE NEWS 03:30 Suzuki’s bringing the SV7GX and SV7GX-V to the States 06:16 Indian’s trimming the Scouts 08:52 Harley’s Q2 Numbers 13:30 Cult motorcycles — Let’s get into it 14:00 What’s the definition of a cult bike? 21:36 How does a bike reach cult status? 29:55 Ryan’s cult bike history 35:20 Troy’s cult bike history 39:08 Offroad cult bikes 41:45 Advertisement 42:24 Why do people like the KLR650 so much? 45:55 Where do Moto Guzzis fit? 49:49 We’ll look past a lot of stuff for Ducati Monsters 51:05 Overrated vs Underrated bikes 01:00:30 What are some future cult classics? 1:08:00 Tell us about your cult bike (and leave us a rating!) 1:10:28 Advertisement
July 16 · 2 hr 16 min
Episode 30: The Masterclass of Speed: Nick Ienatsch on The Pace, 2-Strokes, & ChampSchool
Motorcycle racing legend, iconic journalist, and Yamaha Champions Riding School founder Nick Ienatsch joins us for Episode 30 of the Bore & Stoke podcast! In this episode, we sit down with one of the most influential figures in American motorcycle coaching. From the frantic grids of AMA 250 GP racing to the peak "golden era" of print magazine testing at Motorcyclist and Sport Rider, Nick Ienatsch has seen, ridden, and written it all. We dive deep into the origin story behind his legendary riding philosophy essay, "The Pace," how raw two-stroke race bikes shaped his view of motorcycle riding and testing, and why the old street-riding myth of "doing all your braking in a straight line" is so incredibly dangerous. Whether you are a street rider looking to survive traffic, a track-day enthusiast looking to improve, or just want to hear some good stories about riding and racing, our conversation with Nick will have you laughing and taking notes at the same time. 00:00 Intro 01:30 Shoutout to past episodes 02:20 Introducing our guest! 08:00 What Nick rides the most 16:00 Where did the motorcycling bug come from? 18:44 Nick’s first roadrace — with no idea what he was doing 21:00 How Nick really got the racing bug 25:56 Are you racing other people or yourself? 28:00 Who’s got the dirty truck? 34:55 How do you know a crash is coming? 39:38 Minibike racing is the best 43:00 Mistakes happen — can you adjust? 52:11 Why racing benefits the moto-journalist 55:40 When Nick knew pro racing wasn’t for him 01:03:41 The secret behind riding Lawson’s 500 that nobody knew 01:12:10 The start of Sport Rider magazine 01:22:20 The Pace and The Pace 2.0 01:29:53 Comparing two-strokes vs four-strokes 01:39:00 Nick’s idea to bring bikes back to Pike’s Peak 01:42:55 Where do you stand on electronic rider aids? 01:50:30 This is what today’s bikes REALLY need 01:53:00 Biggest misconception riders at all levels have 01:57:15 Best practices 01:59:05 MSF new rider school has it all wrong 02:09:00 Where to find Nick and Champ School 02:10:03 Wrap up/Rate us
July 1 · 1 hr 16 min
Episode 29: The Moto-Marketing Roast: Buzzwords, Bias, & Behind-the-Scenes Secrets
How much of what you read and watch about new motorcycles is actually true, and how much is just corporate marketing hype? On this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, we tear down the curtain separating motorcycle media from the giant OEM marketing machines. We dive into the corporate side of the landscape, breaking down some of the tactics of how brands try to engineer "hype" before a wheel even turns. Meanwhile, Troy and Ryan share their first-hand, boots-on-the-ground experiences from global press launches. What happens when a manufacturer flies you halfway across the world, puts you up in a luxury hotel, and hands you the keys to a bike on a perfectly curated racetrack? How do you strip away the glamour to figure out if a motorcycle is actually good for the average rider? From the evolution of motorcycle journalism to the rise of influencer culture, the guys debate whether modern bike reviews can still be trusted—and share a few hilarious behind-the-scenes stories along the way. Drop a comment below: Has a manufacturer's marketing ever had any influence on the bike you bought? 00:00 intro 00:27 Honda mention 00:34 pre-roll 01:13 Check out past pods! 02:26 The News! 03:03 Harley moving production back to US 07:53 Honda e-compressor is going into everything 11:47 Yamaha’s taking over Moto3 20:39 Norton Atlas and Atlas GT 28:52 mid-roll 29:35 The landscape of motorcycle marketing 1:07:45 Are you aware of the marketing? 1:09:20 Leave us a rating! 1:10:10 Check out the Bore and Stoke Breakout 1:10:42 Honda mention 1:11:35 End-roll
June 17 · 1 hr 48 min
Episode 28: Tales from Pikes Peak and the Isle of Man TT
On this episode 28 of the Bore and Stoke podcast, Troy and Ryan chat with longtime friend and fellow motojournalist Rennie Scaysbrook about his travels and adventures, including racing in the Isle of Man TT and winning the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
June 3 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 27: Celebrating The Century Mark
Happy 100th Birthday to Ducati! To celebrate the crew at Borgo Panigale hitting the century mark, Episode 27 of the Motorcycle.com Bore & Stoke podcast is dedicated to "The Century Club" — the motorcycle manufacturers building bikes today, in 2026, with beginnings going back at least 100 years (even if there are some gaps in between). From corporate bankruptcies and world wars to massive modern revivals, we trace the wild survival stories of heavyweights like Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Royal Enfield, and Indian, alongside the engineering masterminds at BMW Motorrad, Moto Guzzi, and Husqvarna. Plus, we dive into the modern corporate resurgences of Norton (under TVS) and Benelli (under Geely/QJ)! But before we unlock the history vault, we kick things off with a bit of news. We’re breaking down Ducati’s "100 Collection," giving you our hot takes on the mind-bending spectacle that is the Isle of Man TT, and giving our first impressions of Honda's highly anticipated retro-naked: the all-new CB1000F. Grab a drink, hit that subscribe button, and let’s twist the throttle! 00:00 Intro 00:40 Advertisement 01:54 Shout out to past episodes 02:47 Ducati Collezione 100 12:02 It’s Isle of Man TT Time! 20:00 Honda CB1000F Officially Coming to the U.S. 25:15 Advertisement 25:55 The Century Club 27:00 Norton 30:14 Royal Enfield 33:20 Triumph 36:45 Indian and Harley-Davidson 44:15 Husqvarna 48:36 BMW 53:15 Benelli and Moto Guzzi 01:02:06 Ducati 01:13:00 Tell us what we missed 01:13:56 Rate us! Leave a comment! 01:14:58 Advertisement
May 22 · 1 hr 32 min
Episode 26: Ricky Brabec: From the Desert to Dakar
Ricky Brabec’s path to the top of rally racing didn’t happen overnight. In this episode of Bore and Stoke, we talk about his roots in the desert, the journey to becoming a Dakar champion, and the lessons learned along the way. We also reflect on one of the closest finishes in Dakar history—not as a headline, but as part of a bigger story about resilience, growth, and the pursuit of perfection in rally racing. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Advertisement 01:26 Welcome RICKY BRABEC 03:15 Ricky’s ladder into rally racing 14:10 Ricky’s first rally was gnarly 18:00 Ricky’s second chance on the Honda — and roadbooks 22:40 Dakar comes calling 27:09 Learning from Johnny Campbell 32:11 Partying takes a back seat 37:56 What’s cool about desert racing 40:11 Dakar’s rise in popularity in America 44:51 Bringing up a sore subject 51:33 Advertisement 52:10 Managing each stage mentally 58:01 Ricky’s relationship with danger 01:02:00 Airbags have changed the game — but it still hurts 01:06:09 Americans at the Dakar 01:09:00 Training with Jimmy Lewis 01:14:37 What makes the Ricky Brabec/Honda package work so well? 01:16:30 What’s going on at the Rip n Dip ranch? 01:24:27 What a cool guy 01:26:28 Rate us and leave a comment! 01:28:00 Advertisement
May 6 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 25: AI And The Future Of Motorcycling
We're switching things up a little bit with this episode of the podcast. In this one, Ryan, Dennis, and Troy have a discussion about AI and motorcycles. Artificial Intelligence is the big topic in nearly every industry and ours is no different. So we're going to talk about it. We take a stab at how AI will impact the future of not just motorcycles themselves, but also how people like us bring motorcycle information to you. This one asks some questions that we're hoping you can help us answer, so please leave a comment and let us know what you think. We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda Gold Wing. If you’re gonna ride, ride something legendary. Learn more about the Honda Gold Wing here: https://powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/touring/gold-wing?cid=dis_ver_dly&cmpcd=FY26Full_Year_Gold_Wing 00:00 Intro 00:34 Advertisement 01:10 Shoutout to past episodes 02:00 We’re changing things up around here 03:33 LATE BRAKING NEWS (with Dennis Chung) 03:50 Huge Harley Recall 07:32 BMW names new head of motorcycle development 10:45 MORE KTM NEWS (but good news this time) 17:42 Stark posts more profitable numbers 25:30 Kawasaki ZX-4R and RR updates incoming 27:38 Advertisement 28:09 AI and the future of motorcycle media 50:40 How manufacturers are adopting AI 58:00 Rate us and leave a comment! 59:39 Honda mention 01:00:19 End-roll
April 15 · 1 hr 32 min
Episode 24: Michael Uhlarik And Why The Future Is Brighter Than You Think
What does it take to design a motorcycle when the brief comes from the battlefield instead of the showroom? In this episode of Bore and Stoke, we sit down with longtime motorcycle designer Michael Uhlarik to talk about his career shaping bikes across the globe, his latest project developing an electric motorcycle for military use, and why we’re looking at the wrong metrics when it comes to the future of this sport. 00:00 Intro 00:34 Advertisement 01:03 Introducing our special guest 03:22 Motorcycle background 10:29 LEGO is the reason 14:23 The connection between LEGOs and MotoGP 24:21 Motorcycle trends 34:10 Advertisement 34:42 Michael’s take on today’s MotoGP bikes 43:35 Aerodynamics on street bikes are superfluous 50:15 The most difficult motorcycle he’s ever worked on 58:30 Challenges with building military motorcycles 01:01:40 The future of motorcycling is brighter than you think 01:07:45 Sorting the economics 01:20:03 If it looks good, and is affordable, people will come 01:25:31 Closing things out/Comment/Rate us 01:28:00 Advertisement From the fundamentals of great motorcycle design to the challenges of packaging electric powertrains, Uhlarik gives us a rare look behind the curtain at how motorcycles come to life. We also dive into motorcycle design for the track versus the street, and how designing for military applications changes everything — from durability and stealth to real-world usability in extreme conditions. If you’ve ever wondered what goes into motorcycle design — and how some of those decisions are made — this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
April 1 · 1 hr 29 min
Episode 23: It's All About The Benjamins | What We're Testing | And More
In this episode of Bore & Stoke, we dive into a packed news cycle: Honda brings E-Clutch to the Transalp in the U.S., KTM and Husqvarna shake up the industry with a 4-year warranty, and Ducati teases a new Superleggera V4 Centenario. Not to be outdone, Aprilia has launched the X 250th — a very special edition motorcycle. On the culture side, we talk Sonora Rally, the growing accessibility of Isle of Man TT events, and a trip to the Vespa Museum in Rome. We also take a moment to recognize legends Broc Glover and the late Jeff Smith. Then it’s review time: multiple Triumph first rides, Harley touring machines, new tires from Bridgestone and Continental, and gear from Alpinestars and Vanson. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Advertisement 01:33 Ep 22 call out 03:08 KTM/Husqvarna announce 4-year warranty 06:20 MV Agusta streamlines spare parts distribution 07:53 Broc Glover is a HOF Legend 08:59 RIP Jeff Smith 10:13 Sonora Rally Wrap-up 11:42 More from the Isle of Man 14:50 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 17:50 Aprilia X 250th breaks cover 23:10 Ducati Panigale V4 Superlegera Centenario 28:10 2026 Triumph Daytona 660 updates 29:56 2026 Honda Transalp with E-clutch ONLY 38:48 Nolan helmet, now with crash detection technology! 41:40 Advertisement 42:14 Dennis’ Roman Adventure! 46:06 Ryan tries the new Bridgestone Battlax V03 at a MotoGP track 49:45 Troy tries the Continental ContiSportAttack 5 at a club racing track 58:31 Troy tries the Alpinestars Supertech R7 helmet 01:04:28 Vanson Full Throttle Leather Jacket 01:07:00 Cortech gloves with a silly name 01:08:51 Harley’s new Road Glide and Street Glide Limiteds 01:13:09 Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 01:18:19 Sylvia gets her first three-wheel experience 01:19:20 What we’re currently riding and testing 01:22:26 Wrap-up/Comment/Rate us 01:23:00 Stay tuned for Episode 24 01:23:15 Sylvia’s testing her favorite bike 01:24:46 Advertisement
March 18 · 1 hr 7 min
Episode 22: Kayla Yaakov On Making History At Daytona
On Episode 22 of the Bore and Stoke Podcast, we sit down with none other than Kayla Yaakov — the first woman to stand on the podium at the Daytona 200. From racing at a young age to climbing through the ranks of Junior Cup, Twins Cup, and now Supersport in the MotoAmerica paddock, Kayla has quickly built a reputation as one of the toughest competitors on track. In this episode we talk about: • The moment she realized she could podium at the Daytona 200 • Racing in the MotoAmerica paddock • Mentors and riders who helped shape her career • Coming up through Junior Cup and Twins Cup • Racing internationally • What Kayla's like away from the track • What the future holds for one of America’s most promising young racers If you’re a fan of motorcycle racing and just want to hear one of America's rising stars walk you through her process, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 00:00 Intro 00:37 Advertisement 01:39 Introducing Kayla Yaakov 03:17 What’s in the back there? 05:45 Tell us about Daytona! 26:05 Sylvia noticed something really cool 29:10 Mental training 33:06 Advertisement 33:37 I never thought about being a girl in racing 38:38 Racing in Europe 43:55 How Sylvia and Kayla know each other 45:27 The core three mentors 51:25 PJ Jacobsen’s best advice 52:50 Kayla NOT the motorcycle racer 54:45 Pre-race hype music 55:32 Quickfire non-moto questions! 59:50 Kayla’s parting words 01:01:22 Rate us! 01:02:41 Advertisement
March 4 · 1 hr 31 min
Episode 21: Welcoming our newest member | Recalls galore | And lots of new bikes
On Episode 21 of Motorcycle.com’s Bore & Stoke Podcast, we’ve got a packed show covering breaking racing news, major recalls, industry shakeups, gear talk, and a stacked First Ride roundup. We kick things off by introducing our newest team member and a quick callback to last week’s episode with Zack and Ari before diving into the big headline: MotoGP is set to leave the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit for a new Adelaide city circuit. Good move? Risky gamble? We break it down. From there, we cover recalls affecting the Harley-Davidson Sportster S and the Ducati Panigale V4 / Ducati Streetfighter V4, plus take a first look at the limited-edition Ducati Formula 73. On the business front, we break down five key takeaways from Harley-Davidson’s Q4 2025 financial results and discuss MV Agusta taking a not-so-subtle dig at KTM over paywalled electronics. We also reflect on the legacy of AMA Hall of Famer George Barber and dive into helmet tech with a discussion about MIPS and its evolution in moto culture. In Gear this week: the Arai XD-5. Then it’s First Ride time: 2026 Ducati Monster 2026 Yamaha WR125R 2026 Triumph Trident 800 2026 KTM 990 Duke R Sit down and get comfortable. This is another good one. 00:00 Intro 00:45 Advertisement 01:25 Welcome the newest member of the team! 07:52 Episode 20 shoutout 09:04 Dennis sends us some surprises from the Toronto motorcycle show 12:44 MotoGP is leaving Phillip Island to Adelaide (boo!) 16:36 Harley-Davidson Sportster S recall — AGAIN 19:27 More recalls: Ducati Panigale and Streetfighter V4 22:25 Ducati Formula 73 24:47 Harley’s Q4 financial results and future outlook 30:00 MV Agusta’s dig at KTM 32:59 Advertisement 33:33 RIP George Barber 37:18 Ryan visits the MIPS laboratory 45:15 In Gear: Arai XD5 51:07 Sylvia got to ride the new Ducati Monster! 58:51 Troy “rips” on the 2026 Yamaha WR125R 01:05:33 Ryan rides the 2026 Triumph Trident 800 01:12:03 Troy rips (for real) on the 2026 KTM 990 Duke R 01:25:50 Rate us and comment 01:26:47 Advertisement
February 18 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 20: Talking Bikes With Zack and Ari
On Episode 20 of the Bore and Stoke podcast, Troy sits down with Ari Henning and Zack Courts — two of the most influential voices in modern moto media. From their early days building their loyal following, Ari and Zack have helped redefine how motorcycles are reviewed, tested, and talked about in the YouTube era. In this episode, we dive into: • The evolution (and future) of motorcycle journalism • What really goes into their creative process • Ari's love for little engines • Stories yet to be told • Recovering mentally and physically from a crash • The bikes that surprised them most It’s an honest and fresh look at two guys who’ve lived it — along with plenty of rider philosophy and a few wise cracks along the way. 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Advertisement 01:54 Guest introduction 06:45 Zack’s injury update 09:07 Zack dissects his crash 20:20 How’s the mental state? 24:17 Does this change Ari’s mentality? 32:10 The creative process 40:00 Moving away from “formulaic” motojournalism 43:27 What do you say when someone asks “What do you do?” 52:33 Advertisement 53:30 What’s up with Ari’s fascination with CBR300 engines? 01:01:17 What bike surprised you (good or bad)? 01:03:49 Are sportbikes dead? 01:06:11 What’s the future of motojournalism? 01:08:20 Funny moments together 01:14:00 Comment/rate us! 01:14:07 Advertisement
February 4 · 1 hr 22 min
Episode 19: More KTM News + Loads Of New Bikes
In this, episode 19 of the Bore and Stoke Podcast, we break down the news of the month, give you first looks, leaks, and reviews of the bikes we've ridden so far this year — And that's just for the month of January! We kick things off with a callback to Episode 18 before diving into KTM’s major shakeup, including a new Chief Commercial Officer and layoffs affecting 500 employees. From there, it’s full throttle into fresh metal: leaked Ducati filings, limited-edition Vespas and MV Agustas, new Harley touring and trike models, Triumph’s growing 660 lineup, and more. Then it’s review time—boots, tires, track weapons, cruisers, and Honda’s E-Clutch revolution. In this episode: • KTM adds a new Chief Commercial Officer • KTM lays off 500 employees • WP enters the brake business • 2026 Ducati Diavel V4 S leaks • Vespa 946 “Horse” for 2026 • MV Agusta Rush Titanio – First Look • 2026 Harley-Davidson Trike & Touring models • 2026 Triumph Trident 660 & Tiger Sport 660 • 2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Café Racer Edition • 2026 Triumph Bonneville – First Ride • 2026 Indian Chief Vintage – First Ride • In Gear: Sidi Rex Air Boot Review • Bridgestone Battlax RS12 – Track Tested • 2026 Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory – Track Review • 2026 Honda CB750 Hornet now with E-Clutch • 2026 Honda Rebel 300 E-Clutch – First Ride • Southern California New Year’s Adventure Ride 00:00 Intro 00:47 Advertisement 01:24 Listen to Episode 18 02:35 KTM adds new CCO 03:38 KTM lays off 500 people 05:55 WP enters the brake business 09:08 Ducati Diavel V4 S leaked 13:03 Vespa 946 “Horse” for 2026 16:53 MV Agusta Goes Crazy With the Rush Titanio 20:40 Harley-Davidson’s new Trikes 24:10 Harley’s new Touring Lineup 25:02 Triumph’s new Trident and Tiger Sport 660s 28:03 2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer 30:51: We ride the whole 2026 Bonneville lineup 34:37 Advertisement 35:17 We ride the 2026 Indian Chief Vintage 40:41 Riding the 2026 Honda Rebel 300 E-Clutch 48:40 Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory Track Review 58:37 Testing Bridgestone Battlax RS12’s in Thailand 1:05:22 Gear review: Sidi Rex Air boot 1:10:41 SoCal Getaway Turned Into A Crazy Adventure! 1:14:17 Episode 20 teaser 1:14:57 Like, Comment, Rate us 1:15:35 Ryan teases the Triumph Trident 800 Ride 1:17:41 Advertisement
January 21 · 1 hr 58 min
Episode 18: Neil Graham on Broken Ducatis, The Meaning of Motorcycling, And What Comes Next
In this episode of Motorcycle.com’s Bore and Stoke Podcast, we’re joined by Neil Graham — Gemini Award–winning documentarian, former Editor-in-Chief of Cycle Canada, and host of The Lowdown podcast for ADV Rider. Neil has done it all: bought old Ducatis, fixed them, raced them, fixed them again, and turned those experiences into some of the most honest storytelling in motorcycling. We dig into riding, racing, wrenching, and making documentaries that have nothing to do with motorcycles. Along the way we dive into random tangents like his cats and how he kicked my butt so bad on a bicycle ride that I’ve been a gym rat ever since. We also talk about Neil’s Long Hard Road series on Motorcycle.com — a deeply personal look at the highs and lows of riding — and where he thinks the world of moto journalism is headed in the age of YouTube, podcasts, and AI. If you like irreverent banter between two friends about motorcycles, life, and general randomness, this one’s for you. 00:00 Introducing Neil Graham 03:06 Introducing Neil’s cat! 04:35 What’s the deal with podcasts? 09:40 Saddlebags on a GSX-R750 11:30 Neil’s start in the biz 13:45 Neil’s start on two wheels 20:00 Racing…and burn out 28:17 How did you get involved with Ducatis? 36:00 Getting into this business at the wrong time 37:15 The Brough Superior Moto2 42:00 The BMW S1000RR and funny front ends 44:54 Neil and VW Busses 50:00 Racing, Risk, and Pride 53:00 Am I dead? And is everyone named Neil??? 56:30 The other side of Neil 01:06:00 Internet Trolls 01:13:04 Honda Fury! 01:14:00 Harley’s get their due 01:21:00 The industry jumped the shark a long time ago 01:23:00 Everyone should own an RSV4 at some point 01:26:30 Destination Ontario 01:32:32 The Lowdown podcast 01:36:31 What’s the future of motorcycling? 01:46:05 Neil kicked my butt 01:51:00 Wrapping up 01:53:25 Rate us!
January 8 · 1 hr 17 min
Episode 17: KTM’s Future, Harley Leaks, and First Rides Galore
The Bore and Stoke crew is back with a packed Episode 17 — the first of 2026! — covering major industry news, leaked reveals, and a long list of first-ride reviews. We kick things off with a shoutout to Episode 16 listeners before diving into our annual Motorcycle of the Year awards and a recall affecting KTM 390 and Husqvarna 401 models. From there, it’s first-ride impressions of Honda’s 2026 CRF300F and a deeper look at KTM’s future as Neumeister is confirmed to continue running the company through 2028. Harley-Davidson dominates the middle of the episode with executive team changes, early looks at upcoming 2026 models, and a confirmed 125th Anniversary Indian Scout Bobber. We also touch on Ducati’s 100th birthday and a possible special edition model to celebrate it. Next we highlight Neil Graham's three-part Long Hard Road series, and first looks at Triumph’s Thruxton and Tracker 400 models. The back half of the show is all about riding, as we dig into first-ride reviews of the 2027 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO, 2026 Aprilia RS 660 Factory, and the 2026 Suzuki GSX-8TT. We wrap things up with a new segment we're trying called Ride & Seek, before closing the show with a tribute to our MotoGP contributor, Bruce Allen. As always, find the full written reviews, photos, and videos on Motorcycle.com. We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda Gold Wing. If you’re gonna ride, ride something legendary. Learn more about the 50th anniversary of the Honda Gold Wing here: https://powersports.honda.com/motorcycle/touring/gold-wing?cid=dis_ver_dly&cmpcd=FY26Full_Year_Gold_Wing 00:00 Intro 00:55 Advertisement 01:34 Happy New Year! 03:15 Episode 16 Shoutout 04:44 2025 Motorcycle of the Year Awards 27:10 Answering a Reader Comment 30:20 KTM 390 and Husqvarna 401 ECU Issues 31:53 Neumeister to Continue Running KTM Through 2028 34:50 Harley-Davidson Announces Executive Team Changes 38:55 See Harley-Davidson’s New 2026 Models Before You’re Supposed To 43:00 2026 Indian Scout Bobber 125th Anniversary Confirmed 44:44 2026 Ducati Formula ’73 Certified by CARB 47:27 Advertisement 48:06 Long Hard Road Series 51:42 Triumph Thruxton & Tracker 400 First Looks 54:33 2026 Honda CRF300F Review 56:40 2027 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO First Ride Review 58:49 2026 Aprilia RS 660 Factory Review 1:00:51 2026 Suzuki GSX-8TT Review 1:05:17 Ride & Seek Episode 1: California State Route 33 1:07:39 RIP Bruce Allen 1:11:43 Rate Us! 1:12:48 Advertisement
Dec 17, 2025 · 57 min
Episode 16: Special Guest Baja Legend Johnny Campbell
In this episode of Motorcycle.com’s Bore and Stoke Podcast, we’re joined by off-road racing legend Johnny Campbell — the backbone of Honda’s Baja program and one of the most influential figures in desert racing history. From defining what “Honda durability” really means during a 1,000-mile Baja race, to reflecting on 11 straight Baja 1000 victories, Johnny walks us through the evolution of off-road racing, the realities of product development at Honda, and what goes on behind the scenes of real-world durability testing. We also dig into some classic Baja stories, his transition from racer to team manager and industry leader, the current health of off-road and rally racing, and — just to keep things interesting — his thoughts on the 50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing. If you’re into off-road racing, Baja history, motorcycle development, or simply hearing from someone who’s lived every side of the sport, this one’s not to be missed. 00:00 Intro 00:36 Advertisement 01:14 Introducing Johnny Campbell! 03:30 What does Honda durability mean when you’re deep in a 1000-mile race? 05:39 What do you think is the most significant change of rally racing? 10:34 How have riders evolved over the years? 11:52 What do the guys do in the motorhomes now with digital roadbooks? 15:30 If you were to race Baja now, XR650R or CRF450X? 18:35 What’s the most personally meaningful Baja 1000 win? 20:38 When is it OK to piss your pants while racing? 22:10 Give us some wild stories! 26:35 What was the career plan? 30:00 Advertisement 30:45 What skills from racing carried over to team manager? What did you have to learn? 34:50 What are the less glamorous parts of R&D testing? 40:35 What do riders think they need vs what they actually need? 43:30 How’s the health of off-road/Rally racing today? 46:45 Was it easier for you to focus on racing when you were a kid coming up? 49:40 Johnny’s thoughts on the Gold Wing 51:40 Wrap up and Rate Us! 53:35 Advertisement

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