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https://youtube.com/@clevelandmoto?si=vykhTfm5eafJBwwBEpisode 544 show notes: What is the most reliable motorcycle? Is a Lithium motorcycle battery right for you? Triumph is giving away a special edition Bonneville 1200 for the distinguished gentleman's ride. Kawasaki has upped the ninja zx6 recall into a do not ride/d do not sell situation. Going back to 2024. The baby GS has been announced for the European market, but we won't be seeing it until it's a 27 model for the United States. Expect the price to be over $7,500 for the base model. Built by TVs in IndiaSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Not foolin' this is one of our absolutely greatest guests ever. Graham Sykes and his wife Diane are the brains and brawn behind the Force Of Nature Steam Powered drag racing motorcycle. Do you like science and engineering? Well strap in buttercup, we're cooking with gas here (technically Kerosene). He's got about 8 world records including a silver medal in testicular circumference. It goes from 0-100 mph in 8/10th of a second. We also talk about motorcycles you can buy today for less than $5k (and they're all fuel injected). Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Watch LIVE tonight on our YouTube channel at 8pm: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsAprilia steals the podium from Ducati. MotoGP Results: Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) won the opening round of the 2026 season at the Thai Grand Prixhttps://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/motogp-thailand-gp-marco-bezzecchi-rebounds-to-win-tyre-drama-for-marc-marquez/10801280/Historic Podium: 18-year-old Kayla Yaakov became the first woman to reach the podium at the Daytona 200https://kaylayaakov.com/Rahal Ducati is clearly stacking her deck: filmogaz.com/190390Honda issues a bunch of recalls and stop-sales: https://motorsportsnewswire.com/2026/01/12/honda-is-recalling-certain-2024-2026-cbr600rr-motorcycles/#:~:text=Remedy:%20The%20remedy%20is%20currently,gov%20beginning%20January%207%2C%202026.Honda has issued several stop-sale orders and recalls in 2024–2025 due to safety defects (faulty fuel pumps on Gold Wings and CBRs), emissions compliance issues (Grom 125 and 300L), and potential, faulty switches on Africa Twin models. Additionally, poor sales for certain models have led to dealers pulling stock, and some, like the Super Cub 50, are being discontinued.Facebook +5Key Stop-Sale/Recall Details:2017–2024 Gold Wing, 2018–2020 CBR600RR, 2018–2019 CBR1000RR: Faulty fuel pumps.2020–2026 Grom 125: Emission label/fuel system compliance issues.2020–2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin: Left handle switch/wiring harness issue.2022–2024 CRF50F, CRF110F, CRF125F: Off-road recall for crash risk.300L Models: Ongoing, nationwide, stop-sale due to emission compliance. Deaths are down injuries are up at Daytona bike week: https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/volusia/2026/03/10/daytona-bike-week-crash-cases-up-in-2026-hospital-says/89088373007/You can win a motorcycle for $50 at MotoGo bringing back shop class benefit. https://app.betterunite.com/motogo-bringinbackshopclassbenefitSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Positivity Wins. And believe me, we need a win. Nothing but good vibes on this podcast until Chris decides to bring up Harley Davidsons new smaller bike...we nearly lose it all. McElfresh had to shoot Tom with a Tranquilizer dart. Video is here: https://www.youtube.com/live/sXOqarOyvmk?si=zNhHkkpU4Invm_zJWorlds Greatest Motorcycle Podcast 541 Episodes, over 15 years of content. Motorcycle history, service, news and ride reports. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Our special guest Jeff Corsaro (Robot) from ScooterWest / Motorsport San Diego and Pete share their experiences and advice about riding in Mexico. 1. Royal Enfield’s First Electric Motorcycle Nears LaunchKey points:$6500~$8000 USDRumored to carry tech roughly on par with a 250–350cc petrol bike’s performance. But top speed 70mph62-93 miles on a 5~7.5 kw/h battery https://www.designboom.com/technology/wing-shaped-magnesium-battery-case-electric-motorcycle-ff-s6-off-road-flying-flea-royal-enfield-11-05-2025/#:~:text=S6%20take%20inspiration%20from%20the,music%2C%20and%20other%20connected%20features. 2. Honda Revives Multiple Iconic Models for 2026–2027Key points:Honda announced the return of several classic and niche models across its 2026–2027 lineup.Sportbikes: MSRP reductions of $500–$1,000 on models like the CB500 Hornet, CBR500R, and CBR650R.Technology: The E-Clutch system is expanded to the 2026 CB750 Hornet.Bet you didn't even know they made trials bikes: https://hondanews.com/en-US/powersports/releases/release-a1b87e077480ca5300ff8f02cf07a480-2025-honda-montesa-cota-models-features-and-benefits 3. Harley-Davidson Shifts Homecoming & Partners With SummerfestKey points:Harley-Davidson is reshaping its Milwaukee Homecoming event, making it part of Summerfest which is an annual 9 day music festival. HD will be part of it every 5 years.The moves come as Harley pushes to integrate with larger audience demographics and save $$$ 4. UK Motorcycle Industry Faces EV Incentive “Cliff Edge”Key points:The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) warns the end of the Plug-in Motorcycle Grant (PiMG). Cars continue to get subsidies and discounts. MC's might have to start paying a per-mile road usage fee since they're not buying any taxed-gasoline. 5. Two British Riders Face Legal Case in Iran – Community ReactsKey points:Two British motorcyclists travelling long-distance were detained and charged in Iran.On 3 January, the couple were detained despite having Iranian visas, a guide and an approved itinerary.Are they spies or just future trading-fodder? Would you ride in Iran? Pakistan? Jordan? Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Just kidding, sleepy picked these topics and had AI add some flavor. This is cool anyway:https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/something-different/moto-morini-ti22-corsaro/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQEZkhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJ1V295MmFRRDVOQmU2VVBac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpamHGALvCgRkivbFcRjQka9PDRaCItlfBDu20z1GwguBnP55H1Nhju3w4ah_aem_-OMJ1omFY3eD_2K0g8jVKQ ClevelandMoto – Feb 2026 Industry Deep Dive(Loose Bullet Point Rundown – No Scripted Radio Stuff) 1) Federal Bill to Redefine “Motorcycle” (H.R. 3385)Source:https://powersportsbusiness.com/news/motorcycle/2026/02/19/bill-aims-to-redefine-motorcycles-leaving-slingshot-in-classification-limbo/Bullet Points:Proposed federal change to motorcycle definition.Could remove autocycles (like Polaris Slingshot) from “motorcycle” category.Would affect:Licensing requirementsHelmet lawsRegistration standardsFederal safety complianceMotorcycle Industry Council strongly opposing.States often mirror federal definitions → could trigger 50-state mess.Bigger question:Is this about safety?Or about protecting traditional motorcycle classification?Debate angle:Where do we draw the line between motorcycle, trike, and car-with-handlebars? 2) MotoGP Moving Australian GP to Adelaide Street Circuit (2027)Official Announcement:https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2026/02/19/motogp-to-roar-into-the-city-streets-of-adelaide-from-2027/874866Bullet Points:Australian GP leaving Phillip Island.Moving to downtown Adelaide street circuit.First premier-class MotoGP street race.340+ km/h bikes on city streets.Why This Is Huge:Phillip Island is iconic. Fast. Flowing. Dangerous in its own way.Street circuits = tighter, less runoff, concrete walls.F1-style spectacle move?Is this Liberty Media influence?Will riders push back?Safety vs spectacle debate.Discussion angle:Is MotoGP becoming entertainment-first like F1?Or is this just evolution? 3) Harley-Davidson Scaling Back ProductionSource:https://www.the-sun.com/motors/15938521/harley-davidson-decreasing-motorcycle-production/Bullet Points:Harley reportedly reducing motorcycle production.Shifting focus toward:PartsAccessoriesApparelAftermarket marginsHigher profit per customer vs per bike.Big Industry Questions:Are OEMs becoming lifestyle brands first?Is this supply chain caution?Is demand soft?Smart long-term profitability move?What does this mean for:Dealer floor spaceInventory flowUsed market valuesDebatSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

HD loses $37MILLION in sales in just one year. https://dealernews.com/Home/post/harley-davidson-reports-q4-year-end-financials/Livewire #1 U.S. electric motorcycle in the on-road motorcycle market in terms of retail sales!!!Livewire (is that even still a thing?) They sold only 653 bikes this year. Which they're bragging about being UP over the 612 they sold last year. Great for them, so how much did they lose last year? Oh, they lost $75MILLION DOLLARS!!!!https://dealernews.com/Home/post/livewire-q4-financials/The taxpayer has supported Harley Davidson to the tune of 2.7 BILLION dollars since 2008. https://subsidytracker.goodjobsfirst.org/parent/harley-davidsonDucati Celebrates their 100th anniversary with the Formula 73 $20,000Now technically they were producing capacitors in their house for Manen, but we're not keeping score anymore and the facts don't matter. Their first actual motorbike was 1949. https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/heritage/formula-73Sleepy will undoubtedly be making "motorbating" noises at this point. KTM has layed off / fired over 1500 employees. Says they were too "topheavy" with 3x more administration than actual workers. https://www.vikingbags.com/blogs/news/ktm-lays-off-500-more-employees-plans-restructuring?srsltid=AfmBOorgfiE7lQbu_HQTxjIQxjrDMp9YtvqNQM9AWu_0Vxv1a03gxiB3#:~:text=KTM%2C%20mainly%20Bajaj%2C%20lays%20off,He%20further%20added:Harley admits there's going to be a layoff. See story about $217 Million dollar loss above: https://www.rideapart.com/news/787052/harley-davidson-headcount-reductions-layoffs/Worlds Greatest Motorcycle Podcast Over 200 combined years of Motorcycle experience.Moto news, tricks, tips, insider info and more.We like fun, so no religious or political talk.Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Wait, who exactly owns Indian now? Polaris stock has gone up over $5 a share and they've appointed former HD guru Mike Kennedy to run it. The divestiture comes as Polaris refocuses on its core off-road vehicles and snowmobiles, citing Indian's 7% share of total revenue and a reported 30% drop in sales since 2020https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1MycgmeCDM/https://labusinessjournal.com/finance/carolwood-takes-helm-of-indian-motorcycle/#:~:text=Andrew%20Shanfeld%2C%20a%20Carolwood%20principal.,the%20first%20quarter%20of%202026.New Retro Release: Czech brand Jawa Moto revealed the 730 Twin, a modern-retro middleweight that signals a shift toward more performance-oriented designs. So what? Well, this isn't made in India by mahindra. It's actually made in Prague! https://www.rideapart.com/news/786062/jawa-730-twin-preview-specs-features/$285,000 For a Honda? https://www.visordown.com/news/first-ever-honda-cb750-arrive-america-sells-eye-catching-sumHow about $71,000 for a flying dragon? There were only 4 versions available Gold/Purple, Silver/Purple, Green/Purple, and Blue/Dark Blue.https://www.mecum.com/lots/540152/1972-honda-cl350-k4-blue-flying-dragon/?aa_id=355947-0Buell scores a $10,000,000 US federal loan. What does this mean for the SuperCruiser? Buell claims to have taken 6000 pre-orders for this bike, they also claim to have sold $120,000,000 worth of them (which is 4633 bikes). They've just started rolling off the line, where can you buy one? https://www.rideapart.com/news/785905/buell-10-million-dollar-federal-loan-super-cruiser/Marshall Thompson will be joining us, he's just been to Viet Nam, and I'm sure he'll have a lot of stories for us. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Podcast 536 Show Notes8 cylinders, 8 speed DCT, 1000 lbs. and sure, it's coming to America....yeah, right. Call me when it's sitting at a dealership. They tried this crap at AIM expo 2 years ago, this year they trotted it out at CES. https://www.advrider.com/the-gold-wing-dwarfing-gwm-souo-s2000-is-coming-to-america-allegedly/Oooh, let's all make fun of the silly Chinese company and their silly motorcycle! Right? Be careful tho' they sold 1.2 Million cars and trucks last year. That's just behind HONDA. https://www.gwm-global.com/news/3403831.html$60,000 is a lot of dosh. https://www.ft.com/content/d65acba7-33ca-4e43-8581-d71061543dd0?shareType=nongiftRemember this guy, we loved his 250cc 76 HP v-twin 2-strokes at $40,000 do we feel the same about his 185 HP Buell-Powered cafe racer? This is rough, probably rougher than you want, but it's a real 400cc V4 and I think it's gonna go cheap. https://iconicmotorbikeauctions.com/auction/1989-honda-vfr400-nc30-6/Triumph announces a "Limited Edition Cafe Racer 1200" Kind of their regular 1200 Bonneville with a $19,000 price tag. $5000 and 25 more HP than the standard model. $4400 more and the same HP as the Speed Twin 1200. https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/motorcycles/classic/speed/speed-twin-cafe-racer-editionSince we're talking about high-dollar Retro bikes: coming in at a hair under $20,000 (if you want it in Black) is the newest Retro from Indian. 1890cc and about 120 torques. I actually love the look of this machine, but of course I do, it's a copy of a Kawasaki Drifter. https://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/chief-motorcycles/chief-vintage/Or Save $16,000 and have the same experience. https://atvhunt.com/l/10728353/2003-Kawasaki-Vulcan-800-Drifteror save $15,000 and get the 1500cc model: https://motohunt.com/l/4190659/1999-Kawasaki-Drifter-VN1500Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

SHOW NOTES 535MotoMorini Vettore 450 will be in attendanceTriumph Triple Updates: The Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 received significant updates for 2026, featuring "punchier" engine layouts and revised chassis. They are expected in dealerships by March 2026.Honda Entry-Level Changes: The 2026 Rebel 300 has been updated with Honda’s E-Clutch technology Yamaha's New Era: Yamaha has officially debuted its first full-factory V4-powered M1 for the 2026 MotoGP season, signaling a major technical shift from its traditional inline-four engine.Dakar Victory: Luciano Benavides and Red Bull KTM have beeKTM/Bajaj Restructuring: Following a major post-insolvency reset, Bajaj Auto has officially taken controlling interest of KTM AG. The company has announced plans to cut approximately 500 jobs as part of a global cost-reduction strategy.Market Trends: Reports indicate a challenging start to 2026, with nearly 120 U.S. dealerships closing due to sagging sales and rising costs. Conversely, BMW Motorrad reported record success, clearing 200,000 worldwide sales for the fourth consecutive year.New Brake Systems: WP Suspension (owned by KTM/Bajaj) has launched a new performance braking division, moving toward more in-house component integration for future models like the 390 DukeSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

SHOW NOTES Podcast 534Youtube live tonight at 8pmhttps://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsWrap up from AIM ExpoMotorcycle News: What are you doing in March 26-29th? How about March Moto Madness? https://marchmotomadness.com/ What is that wheelie gonna cost you? https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4511.251Aprilia has a new GP bike that is hoping to take the title from Ducatihttps://www.visordown.com/.../aprilia-reveals-2026...But, is that all going out the window with the new 850cc rules>?https://www.rideapart.com/.../motogp-850cc-engine-slower.../Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Clevelandmoto 533 - Phil's back from Italy, what's popular there? Nick DiVitto is in town and we've got a new podcast set-up and we're getting ready for the AIM expo. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Show Notes 532Christmas SpecialWant to be their hero around your house on Xmas? Tractor Supply has taken $300 OFF their Coleman mini-bike. https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/vc/christmas-countdown-mini-bike-offer?mi_u=100024666431&mi_ign=Weekly12182025&LOY_PROFILE_ID=22978133-1618-4f59-b85a-f397a3c4e8c6Riders Share has already compiled their Best Bikes of 2025 list. Have a look at it here, what do you think? https://www.riders-share.com/blog/article/best-motorcycles-of-2025CycleWorld did theirs too, and we might as well talk about it. https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/ten-best-motorcycles-2025/CHRISTMAS GIFT EXCHANGE! Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

This week we have a very special guest who has come on the cast to discuss the amazing Around The World in 19 days world record trip he just completed!Join us in Welcoming Ryan "Fort 9" Kluftinger to discuss his new movie Yalla Habibi!!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Show Notes 530 Inside Baseball - Dealer tricks. AI won't save your motorcycle business. I get 20 emails a week promising me it will double our sales. It won't. But that won't stop them from selling me a $10,000 package. https://www.rideapart.com/features/780743/artificial-intelligence-ai-dealership-powersport-business-report/What makes it diabolical is there are motorcycle industry rags that are telling you how much you absolutely need it, but they're just pimping the people they're selling ad space to. https://powersportsbusiness.com/features/2025/12/02/how-ai-can-help-dealers-work-smarter-not-harder/Stop ripping off customers.https://www.reddit.com/r/hondagrom/comments/1en8xs6/is_the_price_accurate/What should be on your invoice? https://www.reddit.com/r/motorcycles/comments/1mjjpte/new_to_motorcycles_am_i_getting_ripped_off/$9000 for a ninja 500, yeah, you're getting hosed. https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2023/12/ftc-announces-cars-rule-fight-scams-vehicle-shoppingScamming customers almost became illegal, but lobbyists got the CARS act shut down. So, yes, our government ruled that scamming customers shouldn't be against the law. Is this news? Suzuki SV650 is now a SV7, but it's still a 650? Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

So much whiskey! Dan comes back from the Bourbon Trail with gifts for the guys. Thanks Dan, now Tom is schnookered and we're running off the rails. So, you're telling me that basically all the motorcycles are going to be made in India or China? Major Indian motorcycle companiesBajaj Auto: A major player in both the Indian and global markets, known for its innovation and extensive export network. They are building for KTM, Husqvarna, BMW and Triumph. Hero MotoCorp: One of the largest two-wheeler manufacturers in the world, they build for Zero, Harley and EBR (ErikBuellRacing). TVS Motor Company: An Indian multinational company that is building for Norton and BMW. Royal Enfield: An old and iconic brand known for producing durable and stylish motorcycles. Although its origins are British, it has been an Indian company since 1994.Mahindra Two Wheelers: The two-wheeler division of the Mahindra Group, Jawa, Yezdi and BSA. Mahindra owns Jawa, BSA, https://www.deccanherald.com/business/companies/mahindra-group-eyes-top-spot-among-premium-motorcycles-3175555Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

This is our Thanksgiving Extravaganza, we've gathered our whole crew with ClevelandMoto veteran Nick DiVitto and MotoHoppers Matt and Missy in for the festivities, tasty drinks, fun guitars and singing and general holiday spirit. Speedy Pete regales us with the report from his Ecuador adventure Hint: It was extreme. Watch the whole 3.5 hour extravaganza here. https://www.youtube.com/live/6IgCP1SPams?si=0kfplBe8yELGy_uhSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Motorcycles are 30x more deadly than cars!?!?https://www.rideapart.com/features/779034/motorcycle-death-statistics-us-dot/If you're under 40 years old and a Male...just stop riding? https://www.iihs.org/research-areas/fatality-statistics/detail/motorcycles-and-atvs#age-and-sexVIETNAM to ban gasoline motorcycles by 2026https://www.motopinas.com/motorcycle-news/vietnam-to-ban-gasoline-motorcycles-by-2026-putting-thousands-of-jobs-at-risk.htmlIs this the cheapest road-legal motorcycle you can buy in the USA? https://xprousa.com/collections/scooters/products/x-pro-125cc-cafe-cruiser-racer-gas-bike-bicycle-style-motorcycle-with-manual-transmission-electric-kick-start?variant=41863003504800"The Single biggest cause of corporate demise is corporate greed" Bajaj announces 50% cut in overhead. https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-news/ktm-restructuring-to-avoid-bankruptcy/Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Podcast 527 Show Notes:Triumph knows there are still people with $$$ out there, $22,995 for a Tiger 1200 Rally Pro Desert. Arriving at dealers in January. https://www.advrider.com/triumph-offers-desert-alpine-tigers-for-2026/Ducati promised this Road-Legal Desmo 450 Enduro for 2027, but it looks like it's coming in early. Will people pay over $12,000 for a Street-Legal Desmo 450 MX? 63HP and 39 Torques is 20 HP more than any of the Chinese offerings. https://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/new-bikes/2025/november/ducati-desmo450-enduro/Hey Look! Another Brit who wants to build a bespoke 300 HP motorcycle. He's getting his motors from Buell, https://www.langenmotorcycles.co.uk/news/langen-turboPeople are calling about this thing. Unfortunately the 2 who have called don't have a 500 credit score.https://bendamoto.com/product/lfc-700/ROYAL ENFIELD (Eicher Motors) has a lot to celebrate: https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025:newsml_L4N3WP0NT:0-india-s-royal-enfield-motorcycle-maker-posts-higher-second-quarter-profit/Voge (More China) is killing it in the UK's ADV 750-1000cc market. Voge is Loncin, BMW's partner for about 20 years. https://www.visordown.com/news/china-made-voge-ds800x-uks-best-selling-adventure-bikeSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

EICMA wrap up, everyone is bringing in their favorite bikes from Eicma.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKBZ7WngAaAPlay along with the chat feature on Youtube and let us know what your favorite new bike is...will it be vaporware? Will it actually exist? https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsYou've heard of Daytona, you've heard of Sturgis, but have you heard of Galveston? 500,000 bikers have....https://www.chron.com/gulf-coast/article/lone-star-rally-motorcycle-galveston-21138010.phpHonda has 7 bikes that have the E-Clutch, what else do they sell that you don't have to pull the clutch? Honda’s E-Clutch has already proved a success in the initial bikes to adopt the system and the DCT on the Rebel 1100 and Goldwing are bulletproof. —the CB650R and CBR650R—and for 2026 the company is spreading the design to more machines as well as adapting it to work even better. Now Honda has added E-Clutch to more models: the CB750 Hornet, Transalp, CBR500R, CB500 Hornet, and NX500. https://www.webbikeworld.com/every-automatic-transmission-motorcycle/Motorcycle.com says the Allthrike Vettore from Morini and the Ibex 450 from CFmoto are the same bike, but are they? https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/new-model-preview/moto-morinis-new-450-adv-bike-may-come-to-us-but-with-a-better-name-44645197#:~:text=Up%20front%2C%20the%20Alltrhike%20keeps,be%20offered%20in%20two%20trims.Morini says theirs is better, it has a center stand, a 3 position reversible handlebar mount, a larger 6" tft, a larger 255 rear brake rotor, a more off road high front fend with a lower sub-fender to protect the rad, a 2 piece seat, a .3 gallon bigger gas tank and backlit controls. Since both bikes are $6499, I guess it's going to be up to the buyer. Over 250 years combined moto experience and Phil the humble host has owned his shop for over 25 years.We do motorcycles, respect for all and fun.No religious or political discussion.(Seriously, let have fun)Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

In addition to the current tariff on imports, how about a 50% tariff on the Aluminum and Steel in your next motorcycle?: The Department of Commerce is weighing an expansion of Section 232 tariffs that could add hundreds of new product categories – including motorcycles, electric motorcycles, parts, and some OHVs – to the existing 50% duties on steel and aluminum derivatives.The Motorcycle Industry Council, Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, and Specialty Vehicle Institute of America submitted formal comments opposing the requests for inclusion, citing potential harm to manufacturers, dealers, and riders. To voice your opposition to Section 232 tariffs already in place, the MIC Action Center offers a simple way to contact lawmakers.Is Gas-Gas Gone-Gone? https://www.visordown.com/news/ktm-cancels-gasgas-motorcycle-production-spainWAIT, The Livewire Honcho isn't a Heavyweight Electric Motorcycle as reported by RideApart: https://www.rideapart.com/news/773209/harley-davidson-livewire-s4-honcho-trademarked/"For the S4 models, LiveWire originally said they would be reserved for “heavyweight motorcycles with expected improvements in range and charging capabilities.” Honcho is derived from the Japanese term 班長 (or hanchō), meaning “group leader,” so it contextually, the name makes sense as the LiveWire’s first heavyweight model."It turns out it's actually a minibike, misinformation leaked to mislead investors? It appears to use Kymco's IONEX modular quick-change battery system.https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/new-model-preview/livewire-s4-honcho-trail-and-street-to-debut-at-eicma-44653450There is a car on the racecourse...A Car, A CAR!!! A Tesla wanders on to Buttonwillow raceway. Watch the video about halfway down. https://www.rideapart.com/news/777358/tesla-driver-drives-onto-live-motorcycle-race-track/Special Guest Brendan Baker from Powersports Business they also have a podcast and have been conducting the test of the Moto Morini Xcape 700. https://powersportsbusiness.com/Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Podcast 523 Show Notes: The New Indian CEO seems to at least be a motorcycle fella...https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-kennedy/Triumph launches 29 new models over the next 6 months. Well known Triumph dealer says there are already too many variants / models available and this will probably cause them a huge expense. Triumph USA's website claims they will have 33 new models?!?https://triumph-mediakits.com/en/news-articles/triumph-confirms-plans-to-unveil-29-bikes-in-unprecedented-season-launch.htmlhttps://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/Current list of models offered by triumph motorcycles LTD. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triumph_Motorcycles_LtdAre Indian-Built BMW's suffering from bad Cams? https://www.g310rforum.com/threads/g310-engine-failures-11-confirmed.11216/How many cams have to fail before someone makes the website https://www.failedcams.com/I'm guessing it's a lot. Noticing a trend? Maybe china and india are using soft metal? Bike and Bullets: What Sunday do we want to do our annual Trap TT?Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Podcast 521 SHOW NOTES:Find the video here: https://youtube.com/live/B7miPUp8iEgKawasaki announces new line of super-nakeds: https://www.kawasaki.eu/en/Motorcycles/Supernaked.htmlBut is it any better than the one we got in 2016? https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/new-model-preview/2026-kawasaki-z1100-and-z1100-se-first-look-44650111Because the one from 2016 sure does look the same, and it has more power, albeit slightly less torque. https://www.nationalpowersports.net/itemdetails?itemid=44749&srsltid=AfmBOoqkzGNO_6iWp123-RXaYHNMTTYQ3zCL0PEiS7Jbq8L_b6XtWanjhttps://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1246938710411987/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A9b485e01-7d94-456d-8b5a-44cfc3bea8b0Not fuckin' boring....well done Enfield you crazy bastards:https://www.royalenfield.com/us/en/motorcycles/goan-classic-350/$5299 - Not my cuppa chai, but you're getting plenty of free press on this one. QJMotor (Benelli/QJ) has announced a new 900cc Adventure. I've had 2 guys call my shop because of this unobtainium boner fuel: https://global.qjmotor.com/uploads/images/20250526/a85273a2725785855e405a5861089ea4.pngThen I realized they have over 134 different models of motorcycle on their home website! https://global.qjmotor.com/#0-60 in 2.43 Seconds, Oh Ducati, I love your lunacy. That's bone stock, $40,000+ Fees to find out. https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/diavel/diavel-v4-rsRIP Pitt Raceway / BeaverRun / Pittsburgh International Racewayhttps://grassrootsmotorsports.com/news/pitt-race-sold-set-to-close-at-the-end-of-2025/Yamaha lets you shut your bike off remotely, or track it once it's been stolen. https://global.yamaha-motor.com/business/mc/connectivity/yconnect/lc.htmlIt's fully APP based and even works on their dirtbikes that don't even have a key. What could possibly go wrong? Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto 522 Show Notes: 2024 BMW G310GS in Sport Style Colorway...https://configurator.bmwmotorcycles.com/index_en_US.html?#/configurator/25G2/P0N3W,S0137,S0182,S0192,S0451,S0539,S0665,S0ZUC/COLOURSwe've got one that just came in on trade with 70 miles on it for everyone to ride...Get there at 7pm if you want to take a test ride. Erik Buell goes bankrupt....again. https://electrek.co/2025/09/30/bankrupt-e-bike-company-fuell-sold-at-auction-covering-2-of-its-outstanding-debts/Wait? It sold for $170,000 That's less than my house....https://www.rideapart.com/news/774831/erik-buell-fuell-electric-motorcycle-business-bankruptcy-sold/The Honda Square? Do you love it? X125 Square from Honda. https://www.rideapart.com/news/775021/honda-square-x125-scooter-design/It's actually real, and people are riding it! The Italjet Dragster 700. https://www.visordown.com/reviews/italjet-launches-utterly-unique-dragster-700-twinRIDER MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES THEIR MOTORCYCLE OF THE YEAR: Yes, it's a friggin' top 10 list, but the winner is a money-shot in the most obvious way possible. I guess times are tough out there for moto journalists. https://ridermagazine.com/2025/10/04/2025-motorcycle-of-the-year/Watch the live video here: https://youtube.com/live/gfks9spDTW8Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto podcast 520 show notes: Want to ride better? Just tell yourself you are Batman. https://www.rideapart.com/.../batman-...British military goes back to Royal Enfield for their latest military motorcycle. https://www.motorcyclenews.com/.../ro...Honda reveals the cb500 super 4. Wait, didn't a Chinese company just released this exact same bike? https://www.motopinas.com/.../honda-r....Norton motorcycles is back, it's taken them 5 years, but they've got some new models that are definitely worth looking at. https://www.cycleworld.com/.../norton...Video for this episode is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFGj0xhZG10Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto Podcast 519 Show NotesHarley Dealers aren't doin' so good...why do you think? YAMAHA BUSTS OUT THE RED AND WHITE FOR THEIR 70th Birthday! https://www.yamaha-racing.com/news/motogp/yamaha-unveil-special-yamaha-70th-anniversary-livery-ahead-of-du/ANOTHER HARLEY RECALL: https://www.rideapart.com/news/772497/recall-harley-davidson-sprotster-s-triple-clamp-fail/HONDA AFRICA TWINS HAVE A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM: https://www.advpulse.com/adv-news/honda-recalls-africa-twin-for-handlebar-switch-defect/Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Show notes podcast 518 : So, you think you're fancy. Are you motorcycle show in Milan fancy? https://www.eicma.it/it/If I was in California October 11th I can tell you what I would be doing. https://www.motorcycle.com/.../moto-b....ClevelandMoto loses its oldest listener. https://www.motorcycle.com/.../john-p....15 years of this podcast.200+ combined years of experience, tricks, tips, news, stories, ride reports and straight up stupidity.No Religion or political discussion, so relax, join us and participate in the chat!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Want to watch it in living color? https://youtube.com/live/8HFemgWdt1QSince 2010 this collection of Motorcycle guru's have been dropping casts every week. tricks, tips, ride reports, Moto news and stupidity.no religious or political discussions, we want to have fun.Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Wanna see our lovely faces: https://youtube.com/live/DF0RcGEoBnAShow Notes:We just talked about dying at the Isle of Man last week...Then comes this dickhead:https://www.rideapart.com/.../isle-of-man-tt-classics.../Did someone say BMW R9T flat tracker kit?I'm listening:https://www.motorcyclenews.com/.../bmw-r12-nine-t.../Yammie Noob (Whatever that is) suggests that the Janus is dangerous by design. There's nothing new about a death wobble, let's talk about it. But, you should absolutely watch this video first. Clearly none of the motorcycles in this video were fit for sale despite selling in the actual millions.https://youtu.be/z3OQTU-kE2s?si=g8F6dIbzN_0cGAnIDon't throw stones...I guess he went left of center on a suspended license and paralyzed a porsche driver. But, he seems to be an expert on motorcycle dynamics. He certainly knows first hand about aerodynamics, boy got himself some AIR!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c-bUAupQqEIs $8299 too much for 70HP?https://www.motomoriniusa.com/xcape700The leftover 2024's are going for $6999Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Show Notes Podcast 515Watch the video here: https://youtube.com/live/3fIviE2FsaMHow about a 95 mph speed limit?https://www.visordown.com/news/90mph-speed-limit-trial-begins-d3-motorway-prague-towards-linzSleepy tells us what it's like to get ready for your first track day. Have you ever considered taking your motorcycle on a track day? What is tech all about?https://fasttraxmp.com/motorcycle-requirements-1What is the best novice level track day motorcycle?Chris and Phil tell what it's like to work a demo Booth.Guzzi is building a brand new factory, and hopes to have it done in time for world Guzzi days in 2026https://www.motorcyclenews.com/news/2025/august/moto-guzzi-factory-transformed/Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Can you go 160 mph? Sure, but can you do it backwards? This guy can. https://www.motorcyclenews.com/.../jonny-davies-double.../So, does the concept CB100F trip your trigger? https://www.rideapart.com/.../honda-cb1000f-se-concept.../$41,000 for a side by side? We saw a couple of these at Mid Ohio and that's it...I'm done. https://www.rideapart.com/.../polaris-xpedition-side-by.../Billy Joel is closing down his free museum / motorcycle shop. 76 years old and has a brain disease. https://apnews.com/.../billy-joel-motorcycle-shop-new...I've been stranded in the combat zoneI walked through Bedford Stuy aloneEven rode my motorcycle in the rainAnd you told me not to driveBut I made it home aliveSo you said that only proves that I'm insane.Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

World's greatest Motorcycle Podcast.We're gonna discuss the weekend at the greatest Motorcycle event in the world, Mid Ohio AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days!The Romantic Hispanic is in town! Woot Woot!!!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

So, you wanna go out on the track? https://www.motorcyclenews.com/.../20...Would you buy a 91 Horsepower, 800cc adventure bike from these guys? https://transprous.squarespace.com/pr...What if I told you it was only $6175?https://transprous.squarespace.com/Cycle World Magazine did a hell of a write-up on QJMotor if you're not sure what we're talking about. https://www.cycleworld.com/.../qjmoto...Harley Stock is HALF of what it was in 2023. Can the Top Golf CEO save them.https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/HOG/The world's Greatest Motorcycle Podcast. Over 300 years of motorcycle experience in one room. Enjoy the fun! Join in on the fun in the Live Chat!No politics or Religion, so relax, have fun!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

More guests than your mind can handle. Such a fun event. Big thanks to Dan Davis and the crew at the Crawford Auto and Aviation Museum and the Wester Reserve Historical Society. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto 510Very special guest Nick Klaben and a couple cool events coming up. https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streams"Imma pet dat dawg" can Kill!!!https://www.rideapart.com/.../motorcyclist-killed-by.../Cool, or too little, too late? https://ridermagazine.com/.../2026-suzuki-gsx-8t-and-gsx.../Big fun on little bikes....https://www.wrhs.org/.../mini-mania-big-fun-on-little-bikesNick Klaben has a hot-rod Honda Hobbit with some wicked tech that is an absolute hoot!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Nick Klaben joins us on his fire-breathing Honda Hobbit. Don't pet the bears. Ever. ClevelandMoto LIVE! Episode 510 Tonight at 8pmVery special guests Nick Klaben and a couple cool events coming up. https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streams"Imma pet dat dawg" can Kill!!!https://www.rideapart.com/.../motorcyclist-killed-by.../Cool, or too little, too late? https://ridermagazine.com/.../2026-suzuki-gsx-8t-and-gsx.../Big fun on little bikes...https://www.wrhs.org/.../mini-mania-big-fun-on-little-bikesNick Klaben has a hot-rod Honda Hobbit with some wicked tech that is an absolute hoot!Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

What does it take to get to 10,000 Subscribers? Getting ready for Mid-Ohio American Motorcyclist Association Vintage Motorcycle Days or AMA VMD for short. What's your secret trick for making AMA VMD comfortable? 15 Years, 509 episodes DIY, tips, stories and Whiskey!******No religious or political talk.Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto 508 Show Notes Tonight 8pm on Youtube Live - Subscribe, ring the bell etc. for notifications. Nick got a boo-boo at Band Camp. Details of said boo-boo. Is tequila really a bad thing? There's a chinese company actually finishing in the top 20 at World Supersport motorcycle racing...https://motomatters.com/.../2025_most_world_supersport...Vespa's new Officina 8 (Experimental products division) is just gorgeous.https://www.rideapart.com/.../vespa-officina-8-scooter.../82,000 Harleys are getting recalled, suffice to say, if you've got a 10 year old softail, make an appointment. https://www.rideapart.com/.../harley-softail-recall-rear.../75,000 square feet of HD main office in milwaukee being sold to an itty-bitty-adorable whisky bar (that I love).https://www.rideapart.com/.../harley-davidson-sells.../15 Years strong, 508 Episodes.motorcycle tips, tricks, news, stories, reports, whiskey, weed and stupidity.NO Political or religious discussions.Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

15 Years, 507 Episodes thousands of satisfied listeners who get the best bang per buck!Pete and Chris take a ride, Why are old Triumphs such shit? Sleepy's getting his race bike together. Why did Phil kill so many kids?Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Just a quickie from the truck while out doing pick ups and deliveries. You know, you're stuck in the truck, you've listened to the NOCO MOTO podcast, you've listened to Creative Riding, You've listened to Motorcycles and Misfits, you're done with Front end Chatter and now your head is full of thoughts. Well, why not share them with 10,000 of your friends? Y'all wouldn't have fit in the truck with me anyways. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

ClevelandMoto 505 - Show Notes Tom was right! https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/news/bajaj-to-acquire-ktm-44622745and https://www.rideapart.com/features/760446/ktm-bajaj-majority-stake-takeover/Triumph has a new 400 and it's a proper scrambler, but you can't have it here....https://www.rideapart.com/news/760334/triumph-scrambler-400-xc-india-motorcycle/Is your DAX not cool enough? https://www.rideapart.com/news/760343/honda-dax-mini-trail-restoration/SETTLE DOWN DUCATI; Leave some sexy for the rest of us. https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/xdiavel/xdiavel-v4Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

John has a 1994 Honda CB1000 "Big One" that I gave up on. Here's one that will be sold in time for the podcast, what do you think it's worth? https://iconicmotorbikeauctions.com/auction/1994-honda-cb1000/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_source_platform=mailpoet&utm_campaign=today-s-bikes-on-iconic-motorbike-auctions_052925Isle Of Man TT is a go! Marshalls and Doctors get new wheels...very, very fast ones. https://www.rideapart.com/news/760860/bmw-sponsors-isle-of-man-tt-superbikes/Michael Dunlop (29 Wins) gets a corner named after him on the Snaefell mountain course: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LnJDWgMEaHRMXLsm6A 133.069 MPH Gauntlet has been thrown: https://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/tt-road-races/2025/may/isle-of-man-tt-timed-practice-day-three/Oscar and I spent a day standing right behind that yellow fence -23 Time winner John McGuinness says he's not happy with the conditions: https://motorsport.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-sport/tt-2025-john-mcguinness-i-didnt-enjoy-opening-practice/If you like IOM TT or are just looking for another podcast, try this one: https://motorsport.manxradio.com/podcasts/journey-to-a-dream1/Honda finally throws their hat in the EV motorcycle ring. and I hate it. https://www.topspeed.com/hondas-unmissable-electric-motorcycle-is-finally-out-of-the-bag/Royal Enfield Custom Great Frog Collaboration, wow, it's awful: https://ridermagazine.com/2025/05/22/royal-enfield-x-the-great-frog-collab-to-be-unveiled-at-the-bike-shed-moto-show/Great, they've built an '83 Yamaha XS650 Cruiser. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

Our wrap up for the 2025 Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in Cleveland, Ohio. 229 bikes left Skidmark, much fun, only 1 crash...but he was our oldest rider and he jumped up like a hero. Here's the Video: https://youtube.com/live/w-6gNcwJQQkSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto

PODCAST 503 The return of Oscar the Romantic Hispanic. https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsShow notes: Are we done with electric motorcycles? Livewire Way back in 2019:. "The range of new bikes are expected to haul in more than $1 billion of annual sales in 2022 compared to 2017".Then back in 2021...The $1.7 billion Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle SPAC deal, Jochen Zeitz, Harley’s chief executive, will be the chairman of LiveWire for up to two years following the completion of the deal. In an investor presentation, LiveWire projected units sales volume of 100,961 electric bikes by 2026https://www.cnbc.com/.../harleys-electric-motorcycle...Dec 14, 2021 Can Harley-Davidson's LiveWire spin-off go from selling fewer than 400 electric motorcycles this year to selling nearly 101,000 around the world in 2026?Ouch in just 4 years, that did not age well. "LiveWire sold over 117 electric motorcycles through March 2024, an 86% increase compared to last year"July 2024 "The company expects to sell between 1,000 and 1,500 e-motorcycles by the end of this year" Nope, not even close, you sold just over 600. Great, let's give them more money! Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycle business, LiveWire, is getting a Tax-Payer funded $89 million boost to support a five-year project to increase production of zero-emissions motorcycles.Since its inception in 2019, LiveWire has only sold somewhere around 2,350 motorcyclesLiveWire claimed to have sold 1648 bikes in 2019Later recall data had shown only 390 actual sales. LiveWire sold 177 bikes in 2020LiveWire sold 461 bikes in 2021Livewire sold 597 in 2022LiveWire sold 660 bikes in 2023LiveWire sold 612 bikes in 2024LiveWire has sold only 33 bikes in 2025 so far. ClevelandMoto has doubled Livewires sales numbers, can we get a govt. check? Based on the $1.7BN initial funding and a $100M Loan from HD to Livewire and the $89M Govt. Grant that makes each bike worth $808,510 - And you're only paying $22k for it, such a deal!But wait, their latest shareholder report says they sold 1970 bikes in the first quarter of 2025!?!? What a revival, that 89 mil bump is paying off... Look super, duper closely, read the fine print....that's a COMBINED number for both stacyc kids $600 balance bikes and $23,000 motorcycles?!?!?Sorry bud, time to get in the motorcycle graveyard, scooch over Energica. VERMONT BANS LOUD PIPES - The news aint the story, so much as the comments are fire! httpsSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto