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Motorcycles & Misfits

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The Motorcycles and Misfits Podcast is how we share our passion for all things two-wheeled. We ride street, dirt, ADV, track, touring, vintage and scooters, and we wrench, ride, race and attend events year round. We share our stories and interviews every week from the Re-Cycle Garage in sunny Santa Cruz, Ca.

Episodes
615
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 49 min
On air since
2015
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

615 episodes, newest first

  1. A Walk Down Memory Lane

    Episode 699

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    We take a look at some of our earlier episodes and revisit some of our favorite topics. What's the best bike for the zombie apocalypse? What's in your dream garage? What are the best motorcycle movies of all time? What are some bikes that you find intimidating? What are some motorcycle superstitions? What crazy things can we find on Kickstarter.com? With Liza, Neal, Scottie and Bagel

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    1 hr 21 min
  2. Jerry Burak, the 2 Stroke Guru

    Episode 698

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    Two strokes are amazing little engines with huge output. It's why we chose a 1976 KE100 for our Bonneville build. But to set a world record, you need someone like Jerry Burak in your corner. He's got decades of experience on how to get way more power out of a little engine than the factory could. He shares with us some of the special sauce on tuning an engine, as well as some of his stories from his career with icons like Burt Munro, Rollie Free and Malcolm Smith to name a few.

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    1 hr 57 min
  3. Aaron Pufal and the EV and ADV Cannonballs

    Episode 697

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    Aaron Pufal is the man in the van with the plan. This summer he set a new cannonball record on an electric motorcycle, making it coast to coast in just a smidge over 100 hours. But what's crazy is that the first time he ever rode the soon to be record setting Livewire, or any other electric motorcycle, is when he threw a leg over at the start of his cannonball run. It didn't take long for Aaron and his team to realize that they were going to have to throw away their plans and listen to the hard data from the bike. This would tell them the optimal speed for distance and time. And of course finding charging stations wasn't as easy as they thought either, so this required on the spot research and mapping. But thanks to his grit and his team's brains, they managed to successfully make it to the destination and break the previous record be a good margin.
    Aaron also runs the ADV Cannonball, which is a whole nother barrel of monkeys. We talk to him about this amazing event, as well as his book, podcast and plans for his next record.
    With Liza, Stumpy John, Neal, Naked Jim and Bagel.
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    2 hr 1 min
  4. Motorcycles at SEMA

    Episode 696

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    The SEMA show is one of the biggest car shows, but it's really more than that. It's the world's premier trade event for the automotive specialty-equipment and aftermarket industry, and now it's getting even bigger with the addition of motorcycles. So basically, under one roof you will find new cars, old cars, side by sides, trucks, motorcycles and basically anything with a motor. There's restoration, customization, modification, and everything in between. They are especially known for their custom build debuts, showcasing some of the most unique and inspiring vehicles. It's worth going just for the tool vendors, which fill an entire hall by the way. We talk to VP of Events Tom Gattuso who tells us what we can expect.
    Perfectly partnered with this topic, we also talk about when a deal might not be a deal when there aren't any parts available, and if it's a good idea to buy a project bike from CoPart.
    With Liza, Michelle, Stumpy John, Naked Jim, Miss Emma and Bagel.
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  5. Podcast 695: A Revolution in Pakistan

    Episode 499

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    Liza is back from Pakistan, and has some interesting stories about how societal norms are changing, and allowing for more women riders. She also made an Ebay purchase she has no memory of making, but boy, was it a good one. Stumpy John has a ride report from his trip visiting all of the peaks in the Sierras, and the group talks about Harley's decision to pull out of King of the Baggers. And lastly, we read some awesome listener emails.
    With Liza, Miss Emma and Stumpy John.
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    1 hr 42 min
  6. Podcast 694: Bonneville Speed Trials Interviews Part 2

    Episode 498

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    Part 2 of our Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials interviews. If you haven’t listened to part 1, I recommend checking it out.
    Our first two interviews are both with racers on electric motorcycles, but they are completely different. First up is Rennie Scaysbrook who is riding the fully faired Lightning motorcycle with a potential of 250+ mph. He has raced at Isle of Man and Pikes Peak, but this is his first time at Bonneville. He shares with us his first experiences on the salt.
    Next up we sit down with Kit and Bear on the Zero with a sidecar. This is their 2nd time at Bonneville, and they are feeling good about the 4 new speed records they set.
    But of course none of this would happen without the leadership of Delvene Reber. Liza asks her how she got involved with land speed racing, and how she manages such an amazing team of volunteers.
    With Liza and Neal.
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    2 hr 17 min
  7. Podcast 693: Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials 2026 Interviews Part 1

    Episode 497

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    There are only a few places on this planet where you can go as fast as you can and try set a land speed record, and the Bonneville Salt Flats is the most iconic of those places. With 7 miles of nothing by flat white ground, racing and records have been happening here for over a decade. At the BMST you will see everything from 50cc minibikes to 3000+cc streamliners, all pushing the boundaries of what a motorcycle can and should be able to do. And with the Rung What Ya Brung class, you might even see a Buddy 125 scooter putting down the course (hint hint). Liza and Neal spent the week there, hosting the spectator tent, helping teams out, and coming up with good bad ideas. In this episode, Neal talks about his first experience on the salt, and how it felt to push a buddy scooter to it’s limits. Liza talks to Utah Matt about his first time at the salt flats, and Detroit talks about his first time ever riding a Buell as part of the Buell Brothers Racing Team. Neal sits down with the Sodium Distortion Racing Team, who is generally known as the team to go to when you need help with anything at all.
    With Liza and Neal.
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    1 hr 44 min
  8. Podcast 692: Can Ai Replace Liza?

    Episode 496

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    We've got a lot to discuss on this one. First up, Neal got a potential Bonneville bike. We will be working on this project all year, so join us on this journey as we discuss what it's going to take to build a land speed racer.
    Next up, we talk about different hot topics. Can Liza set another world record with toys? Is Livewire a sinking ship? Is it fair what's happening to CanAm?
    For our big topic, John asks Ai what would be a good topic to discuss on a motorcycle podcast. Let us know what you think.
    And lastly, we read emails and get all caught up. Keep them coming!
    With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Neal, Naked Jim and Bagel.
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    2 hr 3 min
  9. Podcast 691: Emma's History Hole - The Spanish Bikes

    Episode 495

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    The gang is back, and we've got a great topic for you; the Spanish Bikes. Montesa, Ossa and Bultaco to name a few. In the 20th century, Spain had quite an impact on the world of motorcycles. Their bikes were nimble, fast, and won races. So we didn't they survive? Join us on a journey into Emma's History Hole. It's deep, it's dark, it's wonderful.
    With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Scottie and Naked Jim.
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    2 hr 4 min
  10. Podcast 690: Bonneville - Rung What Ya Brung

    Episode 494

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    Liza and Neal are fresh back from Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials, and they have big ideas. They want to rally the Misfits to build and race a bike next year, so what bike should it be? There are many different classes, so they go through the list and narrow it down to the right bike. What is it? Listen and find out.
    With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Nak, Neal and Naked Jim.
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    1 hr 49 min
  11. Podcast 689: From the Archives - Elspeth Beard

    Episode 493

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    Elspeth Beard has become a household name in the motorcycle world, but it hasn’t always been that way. Back in 1982 she headed off on her around the world motorcycle journey, returning home years later and resuming her life in England as an architect and then a mother. It wasn’t until 2017, when her book came out, that the world would come to know Elspeth for her motorcycle journey. We were fortunate to interview her in early 2017 before the book’s release, and then again in 2018 after she had become the legend we know of her today. Enjoy these two back to back episodes.
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    1 hr 56 min
  12. Podcast 688: We're Back!

    Episode 492

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    We are back in the studio for a new podcast, and it feels good. Liza is back from her world record ride, and reports on her time at Sturgis Bike Week. Emma is back from Europe and gives a report on her two tours. John, Neal and Jim helped to keep the garage and podcast going, and we all catch up on what we've been doing and where we are going.
    With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Neal and Naked Jim.
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    2 hr 3 min
  13. Podcast 686: WR3 and VMD 2026

    Episode 491

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    Well, Liza did it. She set a world record with Wendy Crockett. And to celebrate, they ended at AMA Vintage Days for a nice weekend of relaxation and fun with friends. They went on the stage to receive their certification and to share stories from their trip.
    Dame Rose joins them to share her experience on long distance riding, and her first time at VMD.
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    1 hr 41 min
  14. Podcast 687: From the Archives - Erin Sills and Stacy B. London

    Episode 490

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    The Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials will be Aug 23rd to 27th this year, and we will be there. Back in 2019 we had the opportunity to interview Erin Sills about her experience setting records on the salt. She has set 45 land speed records, has multiple Guinness World Records, and her BMW S1000RR is currently on display in the Smithsonian. She brought along her Hunter Sill Racing teammate Trev Richter, who is also chasing records on the salt, and they both have some amazing stories to share.
    We’ve paired this interview with another from 2019, this time with Stacie B. London of Triple Nickle Racing. Stacie has also set a record, but not quite as fast as Erin. She races on a 1967 Harley Davidson Aermacchi, which is why Bonneville is so great. You can take any bike from any era, and if you can make it go faster than the last person in the same category, you can set a record too.
    Enjoy these two interviews from the past, and come join us on the salt this August.
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    1 hr 56 min
  15. Podcast 685: The Gang is (Mostly) Back Together!

    Episode 489

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    On this week's motorcycle podcast we get a ride report from Scottie's epic journey around California. We check in on upcoming events and rallies. Since it's her last week being at the garage regularly Sofia tells us about her journey into motorcycling and her future plans. We miss Liza and Emma, who are out and about around the globe. Featuring Stumpy John, Naked Jim, Scottie, Bagel, Sofia and Jake 2.0.

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    1 hr 5 min
  16. Podcast 684: From the Archives - Wayne Rainey

    Episode 488

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    Dipping into the archives for another one of our favorites, and this is a big one. Back in 2018 we got to sit down with the legendary Wayne Rainey. Wayne is a legend in motorcycling (no really, the AMA awarded him that title) with 3 world championships under his belt. He also happens to be the president of the MotoAmerica racing series, despite the fact that he had a career ending crash in 93 that left him in a wheelchair. But that hasn't slowed him down. His post crash life included racing karts and owning his own race team. We dive into the current state of American racing, as well as getting to know a bit about his history, as well as what it takes to get a curve at Laguna Seca named after oneself.
    With Liza, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Nak and Michael.
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    1 hr 16 min
  17. Podcast 683: On The Road with Liza and WR3

    Episode 487

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    Liza and Wendy are on the road setting a world record, so Liza calls in while riding. She gives an update on their trip so far, where they are, where they've been and where they are going. Follow along at www.worldrecordride.com or see the tracks here: https://spotwalla.com/trip/6ae7-36e8f5b-d5f8/view
    Neal and Bagel talk about motorcycle engines, and which one the engineers understood the assignment best.
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    1 hr 8 min
  18. Podcast 682: The Touratech Rally

    Episode 486

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    Time for another new episode! This one is coming all the way from the Touratech Rally in Plain, Washington, where Liza and Wendy spent the weekend running into old friends and gathering new interviews. They talked to:
    -Long Haul Paul, who was the first ever guest on the M&M podcast.
    -Lisa from Mischief Off Road, who has some pretty neat products for sale.
    -Kimo from Cruz Tools, who make smart little tool sets for your bike.
    -John from Moto Morini, who talks about the Vettore 450 and the differences between it's sibling at CF Moto.
    -Jason, who just completed his first ever certified Iron Butt ride.
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    1 hr 36 min
  19. Podcast 681: From the Archives - Craig Vetter

    Episode 485

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    We are going back into the archives to replay some of our favorite episodes, and this one is special. Craig Vetter was the first AMA Hall of Famer to join us in the garage for a live interview. You may know him for his Windjammer fairing, but lately he has been busy designing fuel efficient streamliners, and hosting the Vetter Fuel Economy Challenge. Last years winner, Alan Smith, reached 180 miles per gallon with his Ninja 250. Our friend Electric Terry is also here to talk about his Vetter streamlined Zero S that runs at a cost of 1.3 cents per mile. Craig Vetter has got things figured out, and is making great strides to make the world a better place. Listen and enjoy. With Liza, Douglas, Bagel, Zach, Nak, Kat, Stan, Steven, Peter, Pat, Alan, Terry and Craig.
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    1 hr 31 min
  20. Podcast 680: Isle of Man TT and the Tour of Awesome Women

    Episode 484

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    Liza is back from the TT and has stories to tell. From leading the Legacy Lap on a 1953 Norton Meteor, being an extra in the Channing Tatum film about the TT, and the Tour of Awesome Women in Wales and England to name a few. She also shares some advice on visiting the Isle of Man, and what places you may want to visit across the UK.
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