JUSTRIDE Podcast

JUSTRIDE

Welcome to JUSTRIDE.

Born from real miles, real roads and real friendships in the North East of England, JUSTRIDE is more than a motorcycle podcast - it’s a growing community built around the freedom of two wheels.

From Sunday blasts through North Yorkshire and Wales, to Scotland tours, European trips, product reviews, and honest conversations about bikes, kit, routes, and riding life - we bring you along for the journey.

🎙 What You’ll Find Here:
- Motorcycle podcast episodes
- UK & European ride-outs
- Route inspiration
- Bike reviews (sports, tourers, adventure & more)
- Kit & helmet discussions
- Rider safety conversations
- Special guests from the motorcycle world
- Real-world ownership experiences
- Banter between mates who genuinely love riding

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October 29 · 56 min
Stopped Riding After Crash... Then Took Aprilia to Morocco - Lucia Aucott | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.20
What happens when a bad crash knocks your riding confidence so badly that you stop riding for over a year? For Lucia Aucott, the answer was discovering flat-track racing, falling in love with adventure motorcycling and eventually tackling Morocco's Sahara Desert on a classic Aprilia Tuareg. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, Lucia takes us through her incredible journey, from starting motorcycling at 26 and buying the wrong first bikes to racing flat track, riding the SandRaiders vintage rally and exploring Mongolia with her best friend Lily. We talk about overcoming fear, riding big adventure bikes, getting lost in the Moroccan desert, navigating by GPX, the realities of motorcycle content creation and why enjoying the ride matters more than being the best. Lucia also shares her exciting plans to explore Peru with GoBeyond Travel. Expect adventure, honest stories and plenty of laughs! Follow Lucia: https://www.instagram.com/luciaaucott/ JUSTRIDE: https://justride-app.com/ All our socials: https://linktr.ee/justride_app Mentioned in the episode: SandRaiders: https://www.sandraiders.com/en Motor Adventures: https://motoradventures.com/ Sideburn: https://www.sideburnmagazine.com/ Bikerbnb: https://bikerbnb.com/ GoBeyond: https://gobeyond.travel/ Where Every Ride Connects Us. 🏍️
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October 15 · 1 hr 9 min
£1.2 MILLION for a Helicopter Gearbox?! - Ben Sisson at GNAAS | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.19
🚁 £1.2 MILLION for a helicopter gearbox?! What does it really take to keep an air ambulance saving lives? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we're joined by Ben Sisson, Corporate Relationship Manager at the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS), for an inspiring conversation about the incredible people, life-saving missions and extraordinary challenges behind this vital charity. From the staggering costs of maintaining emergency helicopters to the remarkable stories of those given a second chance at life, Ben shares what it takes to deliver critical care across the North of England and the Isle of Man. 🏍️ We also explore the story of motorcycle crash survivor Dean Abbott, who was rescued by GNAAS following a serious accident in the Lake District, and why rapid emergency response can make all the difference for motorcyclists. JUSTRIDE co-founder Andrew Richardson reflects on his history working alongside GNAAS on motorcycle safety initiatives dating back to 2006, and how those experiences helped shape the thinking behind JUSTRIDE Assist. 💚 HELP KEEP GNAAS FLYING GNAAS is raising £2.5 million through its Operation SOS campaign to help secure a third helicopter and protect the future of its life-saving service. At JUSTRIDE, we're proud to support GNAAS by donating 5% of all merchandise profits to the charity. ❤️ Support Operation SOS: https://www.greatnorthairambulance.co.uk/fleet/ 🏍️ Read our latest blog and watch Dean Abbott's survival story: https://justride-app.com/justride-supporting-gnaas-air-ambulance/ 🛍️ Support GNAAS through JUSTRIDE merchandise: https://justride-app.com/shop/ Every second counts. Every donation makes a difference. 🎙️ JUSTRIDE — Where Every Ride Connects Us.
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October 1 · 54 min
She Rode 19 Countries Alone… Out of Spite - Jade Rides | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.18
What happens when someone who once struggled with severe anxiety decides to get on a motorcycle and just keep going? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we're joined by motorcycle traveller, reviewer and content creator Jade Rides. Jade has ridden motorcycles across 22 countries, including an epic solo journey through 19 countries to Georgia and back. But, as we discover, the reason that adventure started wasn't quite what you'd expect… “It was completely out of spite.” 😂 We talk about how motorcycling helped Jade deal with anxiety and build confidence, travelling alone across Europe, tackling the Stella Alpina, riding the Wild Atlantic Way and Pyrenees, and why sometimes the best approach to motorcycle travel is to stop overplanning and just go. Jade also tells us the incredible story of finding a tiny puppy at the side of the road in Kosovo, putting her in a tank bag and eventually bringing not one — but TWO — rescue dogs home. We also get into: 🏍️ Going from a Suzuki VanVan to riding across 22 countries 🌍 Solo motorcycle travel and overcoming anxiety 🐶 Rescuing Lucky and Max while travelling 🏁 Riding the Norton Manx R on track 🇮🇸 Testing the new Norton Atlas in Iceland 🎥 The reality of becoming a motorcycle content creator 💛 Jade and Street Twin Kim's work with Endo Riders 🇳🇵 Plans for a future women's motorcycle trip to Nepal ⚡ The future of motorcycling, electric bikes and emerging manufacturers ⛺ Why Jade thinks some motorcycle-specific camping gear is… “crap” It's funny, open and at times incredibly personal and one of those conversations that reminds you just how much motorcycling can change someone's life. A massive thank you to Jade for joining us. Follow Jade Rides Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaderides/ Website: https://jaderides.com/ Endo Riders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endoridersuk/ Links & fundraising: https://linktr.ee/endoriders JUSTRIDE Discover JUSTRIDE: https://justride-app.com/ 📱 Download JUSTRIDE on the App Store Google Play coming soon. If you enjoyed the episode, give it a like, subscribe to the channel and let us know in the comments: where would you ride if you stopped overthinking it and just went? Where Every Ride Connects Us. #JUSTRIDE #JadeRides #MotorcyclePodcast #AdventureMotorcycling #MotorcycleTravel #SoloTravel #WomenWhoRide #AdventureBike #Motorcycles
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September 17 · 31 min
IntrusiveRiders Are Back! North Yorkshire, Group Rides & What’s Next | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.17
Danny & Shelley from @Intrusiveriders are back on the JUSTRIDE Podcast — but this time, they made the trip down from Scotland to join us in person. After a full day riding some of our favourite roads across North Yorkshire, including the Helmsley TT, Blakey Ridge and Saltburn, we headed back to the studio for a proper catch-up. We talk about their incredible Land’s End to John O’Groats charity ride, raising £4,500 for Andy’s Man Club and Mental Health Motorbike, the reality of creating content while covering huge miles, and what they’ve got planned next. We also put JUSTRIDE through one of our biggest real-world Group Navigation tests yet, with the whole group using the app throughout the day — giving us plenty of feedback, laughs and a few things we hadn’t even spotted ourselves. And Danny & Shelley reveal an early idea for their next challenge… involving roughly 3,000 miles around the coast of Scotland, Ireland and England. A huge thank you to Danny & Shelley for making the journey down, spending the day riding with us and continuing to support JUSTRIDE. Make sure to check out @Intrusiveriders links: https://linktr.ee/Intrusiveriders 📱 Download JUSTRIDE on the App Store Available now for iPhone - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/justride/id6759810477 🤖 Android riders: JUSTRIDE is coming to Google Play soon — head to our website to sign up for updates - https://justride-app.com/ If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the channel, give the video a like and let us know in the comments where you think we should take Danny & Shelley riding next. #JUSTRIDE #IntrusiveRiders #MotorcyclePodcast #Motorcycles #Motorbike #GroupRide #MotorcycleNavigation #NorthYorkshire #HelmsleyTT
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September 3 · 1 hr 2 min
How CFMOTO Is Taking On the Biggest Motorcycle Brands | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.16
CFMOTO has quickly become one of the most talked-about motorcycle brands in the UK but what’s really behind that growth? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Jazz and Harry Hinkley from CFMOTO UK to talk about taking on some of the biggest names in motorcycling, changing perceptions around Chinese-built bikes and building a brand that’s quickly becoming impossible to ignore. We get into the success of bikes like the 450MT, why CFMOTO believes it can challenge the established manufacturers, the importance of dealer support and parts availability, and what the future could look like for the brand. Harry also takes us behind the scenes of racing Red Bull Romaniacs, tells us about his rather impressive garage — including a CR500 AF, Husqvarna 300, SLAM 250, GasGas trials bike and KX250 — and explains why apparently the answer to most off-road problems is simply to “gas it out.” We also chat about: - CFMOTO’s huge growth in the UK - Taking on the established motorcycle brands - Why the 450MT has been such a success - Harry’s Red Bull Romaniacs experience - Jazz & Harry’s approach to marketing CFMOTO - How the CFMOTO story started with agriculture and ATVs - Changing perceptions of Chinese motorcycles - Becoming number one in the UK four-wheel market - ABR Festival chaos, racing and plenty of stories along the way - And what it’s like working, riding and building a business together as husband and wife A proper mix of motorcycles, racing, business and the personalities behind one of the fastest-growing brands in the industry. Subscribe to the JUSTRIDE Podcast for more conversations with the people shaping motorcycle culture. CFMOTO Links: - https://linktr.ee/cfmotouk - https://www.cfmoto.co.uk/ - https://www.facebook.com/cfmotouk - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYX6CepSrPAjBEBvAV1K-vg - https://www.instagram.com/cfmotouk.motorcycles/ #JUSTRIDE #CFMOTO #CFMOTOUK #Motorcycles #450MT #AdventureMotorcycle #MotorcyclePodcast
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August 20 · 1 hr 7 min
The Road to a Morocco Rally with Anna aka Footpegs | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.15
Just three years ago, Anna Maria Gilbert — better known as Footpegs — had never ridden a motorcycle. Eight months after getting into riding she was already discovering the world of off-road, and now she's preparing for her biggest challenge yet: a multi-day rally raid across Morocco. And she's doing it while living with Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) and hypermobility. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, Anna joins us alongside Adam to talk about her rapid journey into motorcycling, discovering adventure riding, learning to ride off-road and why she seems incapable of saying no to a challenge. But there's a much bigger reason behind her upcoming Morocco adventure. After spending years knowing something wasn't quite right and eventually receiving her PoTS diagnosis, Anna is using the rally to raise money and awareness for PoTS UK — helping support others who may still be fighting to be heard or searching for answers. Anna is refreshingly realistic about the challenge. Five consecutive days of riding across demanding terrain will push her physically, and she openly admits she doesn't know whether her body will allow her to reach the finish. But she's going to give it everything. 🏍️ SUPPORT ANNA'S MOROCCO CHALLENGE Donate to Anna's fundraiser for PoTS UK https://www.justgiving.com/page/footpegs Every £5 donated also gives you an entry into Anna's charity raffle, with prizes donated by some brilliant motorcycle and adventure brands. 📲 FOLLOW ANNA / FOOTPEGS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/f.ootpegs/ ❤️ LEARN MORE ABOUT PoTS https://www.justgiving.com/charity/potsuk In this episode we talk about: - Going from horses to motorcycles - Getting her motorcycle licence and riding to Spain just months later - Discovering off-road and adventure riding - Training for a rally raid across Morocco - Living and riding with PoTS - Hypermobility and managing energy levels - The long journey to getting a diagnosis - Why she's raising money for PoTS UK - Building the stamina needed for consecutive days off-road - Motorcycle kit, bike setup and finding the right adventure bike - Spain, Morocco and their favourite places to ride - Why sometimes the best adventures start with absolutely no plan A brilliant conversation about motorcycles, adventure, determination and doing the things you love — even when you can't guarantee how they'll turn out. Subscribe to the JUSTRIDE Podcast for more conversations with the riders, creators and people making the motorcycle community what it is. #Footpegs #PoTS #PoTSUK #AdventureMotorcycling #RallyRaid #Morocco #MotorcyclePodcast #AdventureBike #OffRoadMotorcycle #JUSTRIDE
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August 6 · 1 hr 7 min
They Met on TikTok…Now They’re Riding 1,000 Miles for Mental Health - @Intrusiveriders | Ep.14
From meeting through a TikTok live and one simple message — “I really like your bike” — to building a relationship, community and motorcycle channel together, Danny and Shelley of Intrusive Riders have a story filled with adventures, mistakes, laughter and purpose. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we discover how they met, why they chose a bungee jump for their first date and how their honest approach to motorcycle content has connected with riders across the UK. Shelley talks openly about her journey as a relatively new rider, including the mistakes, confidence struggles and advanced training that have helped her become safer and more confident on the bike. We also discuss cornering, target fixation, changing motorcycles, trusting your tyres and why riders should never feel pressured to prove themselves. Danny shares the deeply personal story behind one of their most vulnerable videos, the overwhelming response it received and why it inspired their biggest challenge yet. From 11–15 August 2026, Danny and Shelley will ride more than 1,000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats over five days without using motorways. Along the way, they will host four motorcycle nights to raise money and awareness for Andy’s Man Club and Mental Health Motorbike. This is more than a motorcycle journey. It is about encouraging people to talk, reach out and realise that they do not have to face difficult moments alone. Follow Intrusive Riders, register for one of the bike nights and support the charity ride: https://linktr.ee/Intrusiveriders In this episode: • How Danny and Shelley met through TikTok • The message that started their relationship • Their bungee-jump first date • Showing the real and imperfect side of motorcycle life • Shelley’s riding mistakes and confidence journey • Advanced rider training and improving cornering • The pressures and realities of creating motorcycle content • Grief, vulnerability and mental wellbeing • The video that reached around one million people • Their 1,000-mile Land’s End to John O’Groats charity ride • The NC500, motorcycle camping and Scottish midges • Their dream motorcycles and favourite roads Follow JUSTRIDE: https://linktr.ee/justride_app Subscribe for more conversations with the riders, creators and organisations shaping the future of motorcycling. #IntrusiveRiders #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleCommunity #MentalHealthAwareness #AndysManClub #MentalHealthMotorbike #MotorcycleCouple #LandEndToJohnOGroats #JUSTRIDE
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July 23 · 1 hr 11 min
Lamb Chop Rides: Bikes, Builds & Life Behind the YouTube Channel | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.13
John Bennett - better known as Lamb Chop Rides joins the JUSTRIDE Podcast to share the story behind one of the UK’s best-loved motorcycle YouTube channels. From modifying an old Fireblade in his garage and documenting the build online to growing a community of more than 150,000 subscribers, John explains how a lifelong obsession with motorcycles gradually became something much bigger. We talk about the origins of the Lamb Chop Rides name, his earliest and most questionable YouTube videos, working with motorcycle manufacturers, owning the Kawasaki Ninja H2 he never thought he could afford and the reality of balancing content creation with work and family life. John also shares why riding remains such an important form of escape, reflects honestly on recovering from his accident in Cyprus and takes us back through unforgettable European adventures, dream bikes and the motorcycles he still wants to ride. An honest, funny and properly bike-mad conversation with one of the most recognisable creators in the UK motorcycle community. If you enjoyed the episode, please like, subscribe and let us know your favourite Lamb Chop Rides video in the comments. ⁨@LambChopRides⁩ Links: Patreon: patreon.com/LambChopRides Instagram: instagram.com/lamb_chop_rides Facebook: facebook.com/LambchopRides Twitter: twitter.com/lambchops1971
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July 9 · 1 hr 19 min
Inside The World’s Most Extreme Motorcycle Tours - Royal Bikers | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.12
What does it really take to ride a motorcycle through the Himalayas? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we’re joined by our partners Raj and Manish from Royal Bikers who lead motorcycle expeditions through some of the most breathtaking and challenging places on earth. From Ladakh and Spiti to Nepal and Bhutan, Royal Bikers take riders far beyond the usual motorcycle tour. This is about altitude, preparation, resilience, brotherhood, local knowledge and the kind of adventure that changes the way you see yourself. We talk about what riding in the Himalayas actually feels like, why riders need time to acclimatise, what happens when the weather turns, why the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is so well suited to the terrain, and why mental strength matters just as much as riding ability. Raj and Manish also share the story behind the Headlight Foundation, their social impact initiative supporting remote communities in the regions they ride through. This one is about much more than motorcycles. It’s about pushing yourself, respecting the mountains, giving back, and creating stories that stay with you for life. 🏍️ In This Episode: - How Royal Bikers began - Riding through Ladakh, Spiti, Nepal and Bhutan - Why the Himalayas are unlike anywhere else - What riders need to know before travelling to Ladakh - Altitude, acclimatisation and mental resilience - Reaching Umling La at 19,024ft - Why riders become emotional in the mountains - The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 - Riding where Google Maps doesn’t work - The Headlight Foundation - How Royal Bikers and JUSTRIDE are working together Royal Bikers Links: - Website: https://royalbikers.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/royalbikers/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/royal.bikers/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5SE1x1Qt9nRf1E7ehDNzCg 💬 Would you ride the Himalayas? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. 👍 Like, Subscribe and Share if you enjoyed the episode. #JUSTRIDE #RoyalBikers #AdventureMotorcycling #Himalayas #Ladakh #RoyalEnfield #RoyalEnfieldHimalayan #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleTravel #AdventureBike #MotorcycleAdventure #ADVLife #MotorbikeLife #HeadlightFoundation
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June 18 · 1 hr 26 min
One Crash Changed Everything | The Story of ABR Festival - Alun Davies | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.11
How do you go from a handful of riders meeting in a field… to creating one of the biggest motorcycle festivals in the UK? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Alun Davies, founder of Adventure Bike Rider Magazine and the ABR Festival, to hear the incredible story behind one of motorcycling's greatest success stories. From growing up in the Rhondda Valley and riding a CZ 175 across South Wales, to travelling the world, climbing mountains, riding through Morocco, and building a community that now brings together more than 20,000 riders every year, Alun shares the experiences, adventures and lessons that shaped his journey. We talk about the early days of adventure travel, the crash that led to the creation of Adventure Bike Rider Magazine, the growth of ABR Festival, and why adventure is far more about mindset than location. Along the way there are stories involving mountain summits, Nortons, Morocco, the Himalayas, the Appalachian Trail, serial killers, and one very muddy Bog of Doom... 🏍️ In This Episode: • Growing up riding in South Wales • The CZ 175 that started it all • Riding to Morocco in the 1970s • Creating Adventure Travel magazine • Climbing the Eiger with his son • The crash that inspired Adventure Bike Rider Magazine • How ABR Festival was born • Growing from 40 riders to 20,000+ attendees • Why adventure riding is more accessible than people think • The future of ABR Festival • Incredible stories from a lifetime of travel and exploration 💬 We'd love to hear from you: - Have you ever been to ABR Festival? - What's been your biggest motorcycle adventure so far? - And where would your dream ride take you? Drop your answers in the comments below 👇 ABR Links: - Website: https://www.adventurebikerider.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventurebikerider/ - X: https://x.com/ABRmagazine - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventure_bike_rider/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3W1VGuvIvZDir7v5FA6qyg 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe and Share. #ABRFestival #AdventureBikeRider #AdventureMotorcycling #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorbikeAdventure #AdventureBike #MotorcycleTravel #ADVLife #BMWGS #TriumphTiger #AfricaTwin #Tenere700 #MotorcycleCommunity #Overlanding #MotorcycleLife #MotorbikeLife #AdventureTravel #JustRidePodcast
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June 11 · 1 hr 17 min
The Truth About Motorcycle Gear | Ed from BikerHeadz | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.10
What actually matters when buying motorcycle gear? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we're joined by Ed from BikerHeadz, someone who's spent more than 30 years working in the motorcycle clothing industry. From riding motorcycles since the age of four to working with some of the biggest names in motorcycle gear, Ed has spent decades helping riders understand what works, what doesn't, and what really matters when it comes to staying comfortable, protected, and enjoying life on two wheels. We dive into the biggest myths surrounding motorcycle clothing, helmets, Gore-Tex, armour, gloves, boots, CE ratings, airbag systems, and the products that are genuinely changing the riding experience. If you've ever wondered whether expensive gear is worth it, if Gore-Tex is really different, or whether riders are buying gear for the right reasons, this episode is for you. 🏍️ In This Episode: - How Ed got his first job selling motorcycle gear as a teenager - Growing up surrounded by motorcycles and racing - Why most riders don't actually buy gear for safety - Carbon helmets explained - The truth about Schuberth, Arai, Shoei and premium helmets - Why Pinlock is both overrated and underrated - Gore-Tex myths and misconceptions - CE armour ratings explained - Airbags, boots and rider protection - The rise of adventure riding - Electric motorcycles and the future of motorcycling - The products Ed genuinely recommends 💬 We'd love to hear your thoughts: - What's the best piece of riding gear you've ever bought? - What's the biggest waste of money you've ever spent on motorcycle kit? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe and Share. #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleGear #BikerHeadz #ABRFestival #AdventureMotorcycling #MotorcycleLife #MotorbikeLife #AdventureBike #MotorcycleCommunity #Rukka #Schuberth #MotorcycleHelmet #MotorcycleSafety #TouringMotorcycles #JustRidePodcast
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June 4 · 1 hr 1 min
She Couldn’t Find The Right Motorcycle Jacket…So She Made One - Linda-Jean Belvedere | JUSTRIDE Ep.9
Linda Belvedere grew up around motorcycles, riding with her dad and dreaming of owning a Ducati. Years later, after working in the motorcycle industry and seeing first-hand how limited the options were for women riders, she decided to do something about it. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, Linda shares her journey from Honda employee to founder of LJ Moto Fashion, a motorcycle clothing brand designed by a rider, for riders. In this episode: - Growing up around motorcycles - Learning to ride in Switzerland - Why women's motorcycle gear often misses the mark - Starting a motorcycle clothing brand from scratch - The challenges of launching a product business - Ducati ownership and Alpine riding - Women in motorcycling - Building a business in a male-dominated industry Whether you're a rider, entrepreneur, or someone thinking about getting into motorcycling, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. Linda's Links: Website: https://ljmotofashion.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lj_motofashion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ljmcfashion LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linda-jean-women-s-motorcycle-fashion-ltd/ YouTube: @lj_motofashion Drop your thoughts below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE
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May 28 · 1 hr 31 min
Could This Be The Future Of Motorbikes? - CEO of Avenrà | JUSTRIDE Ep.8
What happens when lifelong petrolheads ride an electric motorcycle for the first time? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Paul Cummings — CEO of Avenra — to talk about the future of motorcycling, electric bikes, rider safety, and the technology that could completely change the industry. Before recording the podcast, we took the Avenra Evo out for a ride… and honestly, we didn’t expect it to feel like this. But this isn’t just another electric motorcycle. Avenra is developing “Halo” — an advanced rider safety system designed to detect hazards, monitor surrounding vehicles, and even contact emergency services automatically after a crash. Whether you love EVs, hate them, or are somewhere in the middle… this conversation matters. 🏍️ In This Episode - Riding an electric motorcycle for the first time - 0–60 in under 4 seconds - Why the bike can legally be ridden on a CBT - The truth about EV motorcycle range anxiety - Building a UK electric motorcycle brand from scratch - Halo rider safety technology explained - Airbag jackets as standard - The future of electric motorcycles - Why riders are resistant to EVs 💥 Standout Moments - “It just felt like a bike.” - “Wow… I didn’t quite expect that.” - “You can ride that on a CBT.” - “This needs air ambulance.” Avenrà Links: Website: https://rideavenra.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride.avenra/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Avenr... WhatsApp: https://wa.me/443300430351 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Would you ride an electric motorcycle? 👉 What would convince you to switch? 👉 Is this the future of riding? Drop your thoughts below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE
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May 14 · 1 hr 18 min
He Spent 25 Years Inside The Motorcycle Industry - Gareth Bright | JUSTRIDE Ep.7
What does it take to launch motorcycles around the world? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Gareth — former Triumph global events manager and founder of Woodcote Events — to talk about 25 years inside the motorcycle industry. From launching bikes in Morocco and working inside the MotoGP paddock… to managing international press events, Ducati roadshows, and premium motorcycle experiences across the UK. This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories from one of the most experienced people in the business. 🏍️ In This Episode: - 25 years in the motorcycle industry - Inside Triumph’s Moto2 & MotoGP launch - Running global motorcycle press launches - What journalists & influencers don’t see - Ducati, Royal Enfield & ABR Festival - Motorcycle trends & the future of riding - The reality of managing large-scale bike events - Favourite roads, favourite bikes & dream motorcycles Gareth's (Woodcote Events) Links: Website: https://www.woodcote-events.com/ YouTube: @woodcoteevents2391 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodcoteevents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodcoteevents 🎙️ JUSTRIDE Podcast — real conversations around motorcycles and motorcycle culture. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE
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May 2 · 1 hr 2 min
The REAL Side of Motorcycling (No Filters) - That Girl Biker | JUSTRIDE Ep.6
No filters. No polish. Just real bike life. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with ⁠ - a creator who’s built a following by showing the side of motorcycling most people don’t. From buying a GSX-R 750 before passing her test, to learning through mistakes, breakdowns, and “what have I just done” moments… This is what riding actually looks like. 🏍️ In This Episode - Buying a 750cc bike before even passing a test - Learning to ride during COVID - The terrifying first ride home in a thunderstorm - Nearly crashing in the wet (and why she avoids it now) - Why modern bikes with too much tech can hold riders back - The reality behind social media vs real riding - Fixing bikes yourself (and sometimes making it worse 😂) - Why the biker community feels like it’s changing 💥 Standout Moments - “I cried most of the way home…” - “I didn’t even know how to ride yet…” - “I’ve made things worse trying to fix them” - “This isn’t what bike life really looks like” That Girl Biker Links: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thatgirlbiker - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@that.girl.biker - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/that.girl.biker - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thatgirlbiker 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Did you learn the hard way on your bike? 👉 Do you trust garages… or do it yourself? 👉 Has the biking community changed? Let us know 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE #Motorcycles #BikerLife #GSXR #MotorcyclePodcast #JustRide #BikeLife
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April 16 · 1 hr 26 min
From Beginner at 42 to Leading Motorcycle Tours Worldwide - Maja Kenney | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.5
She didn’t start riding until 42… Now she leads motorcycle tours across Europe. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Maja Kenney — a rider who completely reinvented her life through motorcycles. From hitchhiking across Scandinavia at 18… To building businesses in the UK… To discovering motorcycling later in life and turning it into a full-time adventure career. 🏍️ In This Episode - Starting motorcycling at 42 years old - Riding solo across Europe for the first time - Building a motorcycle tour business from scratch - Leading groups across Scandinavia, Europe & the US - The reality of managing riders and group dynamics - Off-road riding, fear, and pushing limits - The accident that nearly stopped everything… - And why she’s determined to get back on the bike 💥 Key Moments - “I knew my leg was broken…” - From Ducati dreams to adventure riding - Turning lockdown into a new business - 3-week tours to the Arctic Circle - Why riding is like meditation on two wheels 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Would you start riding later in life? 👉 Solo travel or group tours? 👉 Road or off-road? Let us know below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE
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April 2 · 1 hr 9 min
FROM MOTOGP PADDOCK TO 1,500KM RIDES - Thalassa’s Story | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.4
From the MotoGP paddock… to solo rides across Europe. In Episode 4 of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Thalassa Van Beek - a rider who’s seen motorcycling from every angle. From working inside World Superbikes and MotoGP paddocks, to riding 1,500+ km solo across Europe, to building her own motorcycle marketing agency… This episode is all about adventure, independence, and finding your own path in motorcycling. 🏍️ In This Episode - Life inside the MotoGP & World Superbike paddock - Riding 1,500+ km across Europe solo - The Yamaha Tenere Travel Trophy experience (150 riders, 3 countries) - Why she moved from an R6 to an adventure bike - The reality of off-road riding (and fear!) - Women in motorcycling — how things are changing - Building a career in the motorcycle industry 🌍 Key Takeaways You don’t need to be fast to enjoy riding Adventure riding is about freedom, not speed The motorcycle world is more accessible than ever Confidence comes from just getting started 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Would you ride solo across Europe? 👉 Tarmac or off-road — what do you prefer? 👉 What’s your dream motorcycle trip? 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE #MotorcyclePodcast #MotoGP #AdventureRiding #Tenere700 #JustRide #BikerLife
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March 19 · 1 hr 14 min
“I Thought I’d Broken My Back…” Robbie Wallace Finishing the Dakar Rally | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.3
This week on the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Robbie Wallace, fresh from completing the 2026 Dakar Rally - one of the hardest and most dangerous motorsport events in the world. Over 5,000 miles, 14 brutal days, and endless desert terrain… Robbie pushed through crashes, pain, and exhaustion to reach the finish line - becoming the first British rider home. And the stories are unreal. 🏜️ In This Episode: - What the Dakar Rally is really like - The crash where Robbie thought he’d broken his back - Riding through pain just to finish - How riders survive in the middle of nowhere - Sand dunes, navigation & near misses - The reality of riding at speed in the desert - What it takes to even qualify for Dakar - The insane cost and preparation behind it - Why riders still go back… despite everything 💥 Highlights: - 5,000+ miles across Saudi Arabia - 115 riders started… far fewer finished - Crashes, helicopters, and real danger - Sleeping in the desert with no support - Riding on the edge for two weeks straight This isn’t just a race. It’s survival. 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Could you take on the Dakar? 👉 Would you go back after a crash like that? 👉 What’s the toughest ride you’ve ever done? Let us know in the comments. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE #DakarRally #MotorcyclePodcast #AdventureRiding #Enduro #JustRide #BikerLife #Motorcycles
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March 6 · 1 hr 7 min
“Half of Riders Can’t Brake Properly…” Motorcycle Expert Speaks Out | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.2
Are most motorcyclists actually braking wrong? In Episode 2 of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we’re joined by Mike Abbott, founder of the British Superbike School, who isn’t afraid to challenge the motorcycle training system. Mike makes some bold claims: It can take 24 years for riders to become competent Half of riders can’t brake properly Some widely taught techniques may actually increase risk Many crashes on bends are not about speed — they’re about ability And yes… this episode will definitely divide opinion. 🏍 In This Episode We dive into: The biggest myths in motorcycle training Why many riders struggle with braking The truth about trail braking Cornering mistakes riders make Why junctions and bends cause so many crashes How to practice braking safely What riders should do when coming back after winter The problem of young and unlicensed riders Whether advanced training actually makes riders safer Mike has trained hundreds of riders and worked with universities and safety organisations, and his views challenge some of the most widely accepted practices in motorcycling today. Expect strong opinions, debate, and plenty of rider discussion. 🔥 Topics Covered Motorcycle braking technique Motorcycle cornering safety Motorcycle training myths Roadcraft vs real-world riding Motorcycle accident causes Rider confidence & skill development 💬 Join the Conversation We want to hear from you: 👉 Do you agree with Mike? 👉 Should riders practice emergency braking more? 👉 Is motorcycle training in the UK broken? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleSafety #MotorcycleTraining #BikerLife #JustRide #MotorbikeTips
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February 26 · 55 min
The UK Motorcycle Podcast We’ve Been Waiting For | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.1
Welcome to the very first episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast. We’re five mates brought together by motorcycles, miles, and plenty of questionable decisions. In this launch episode, we introduce ourselves, share how we got into riding, and explain what JUSTRIDE is all about. From: First bikes (Honda Express, SV650s, Bandits, Fireblade dreams) 60,000+ mile journeys BMW debates (yes… there are a few of those) Wales road trips Scotland adventures Ultimate Ear upgrades Leather suit struggles And future plans including Málaga, Scotland, and maybe even some green lanes… This is the start of something big. If you love: 🏍️ Real motorcycle stories 🏍️ Honest product opinions 🏍️ Road trip talk 🏍️ UK riding routes 🏍️ Banter between mates 🏍️ And the occasional helmet debate You’re in the right place. 🔜 Coming Up Next: Helmet deep dive episode Kit talk (leathers, textiles, comms) A special guest who’s raced the Dakar Rally Big ride plans for 2026 UK route recommendations European trip prep We’re based in the North East of England, riding all year round (weather permitting…), and we’re bringing you along for the journey. Drop a comment and tell us: 👉 What’s your first bike? 👉 If money was no object, what would you ride? 👉 What UK roads should we hit next? 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE
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