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The 2027 MotoGP technical regulations are set to completely overhaul the grid — banning ride-height devices, slashing engine displacement to 850cc, and trimming aerodynamics. In Episode 36 of Bore and Stoke, we sit down with veteran MotoGP journalist and founder of MotoMatters.com, David Emmett! The conversation starts around the beginnings of the MotoGP era as both David and Troy get nostalgic about the early days, then we dive deep into the current championship battles, the technical gap between European and Japanese manufacturers, and what the massive 2027 rule reset means for riders, teams, and wheel-to-wheel racing. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE: - Current MotoGP season dynamics & pressure points - How aero and ride-height devices changed modern riding styles - Honda & Yamaha’s concession strategy and path back to the top - The 2027 engine drop (850cc) and 100% sustainable fuels explained - David’s bold predictions for the 2027 regulation reset!

- And much more!

00:00 Intro

00:34 Advertisement

01:12 Check out our past episodes!

02:12 Introducing David Emmett

04:56 The start of MotoMatters and following the circus

09:04 Nicky Hayden and the 2006 season

12:17 How Toni Elias led us to the single-tire rule

17:50 The 800cc era

20:00 How Gigi D’alligna transformed Ducati and MotoGP

36:05 How does modern MotoGP tech really affect streetbikes, anyway?

41:44 Advertisement

42:24 Sustainable fuels — how MotoGP develops fuels

52:16 The 2026 season so far

01:15:28 Toprak — living up to the hype or not?

01:21:35 Let’s talk 2027!

01:36: 57 Marc Marquez builds a team like no other

01:39:00 Prediction time

01:42: 55 David’s final thoughts

01:44:40 Wrap up/Rate us/Don’t forget past episodes!

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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:

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The Big Topic: Harley-Davidson exits King of the Baggers for the Bagger World Cup. Strategic global expansion or salty exit strategy?

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The Domino Effect: What happens to MotoAmerica's most polarizing class without Milwaukee's factory support, and where does Indian go from here?

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The Return of the Crown: Harley-Davidson brings back the iconic Road King (as the Road King ST)!

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The Immortal V-Twin: Suzuki’s legendary 645cc V-Twin lives on.

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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

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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!

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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

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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!

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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!)

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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

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

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.

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!

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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!

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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

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

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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.

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

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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!

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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:

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2026 Ducati Monster

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2026 Yamaha WR125R

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2026 Triumph Trident 800

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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

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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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!

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

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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

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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!

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