Motorcycles & Misfits

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about our recent rides and what we've been up to. Jim and Liza have are selling their Africa Twins, and Emma helps them pepper up their ads. What do choppers, cafe racers, flat trackers, ADV and scramblers have in common? They all started as street bikes that were modified by the public, became popular, and then eventually became produced bikes. What other styles came from the public? And what style will we see produced next? Discuss..... Lastly we read listener emails and answer some great questions. Keep the emails coming! With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share some lessons learned from our day in the garage. Top tip: Do the research and have everything you need to do the job. Next up, Tucker joins us fresh off the road on his Tenere 700. Not the typical touring bike, but Tucker made it work with a few little changes. Liza has a new game called Crazy, where everyone has to guess what crazy prices people are asking for things on Ebay. Play along! We bring out our old Real Biker Quiz from years ago, and make some changes to update it. Are you a real biker? Take the quiz and see how you do. Lastly, we read listener emails and give some sage advice. With Liza, Stumpy John, Charley, Tucker and Bagel. Big thanks to our sponser, AG1. Get yours at drinkAG1.com/MOTORCYCLES and start getting healthier now. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast Emma gets assaulted by a pear tree. Admittedly she did not deserve this based on the amount of bikes she magically fixed with a diddle of her finger. Liza has first world problems; she wants a new bike, but doesn't need a new bike, so she's looking for the bike that no one needs but everyone wants. Next up we talk about some different motorcycle controversies around the world, and realize that nobody likes to be told what to do even if they are better off for it. Lastly we read listener emails and talk about all the events we are planning in the next year. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma and Bagel. Big thanks to our sponser, AG1. Get yours at drinkAG1.com/MOTORCYCLES and start getting healthier now. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from the merry UK, and she's got stories. The UK is home to many iconic motorcycle locations, and Liza and Cat set out to do them all. Here's a list of the places they visited: The Bike Shed, The Ace Cafe, the Manx GP at Isle of Man, the Triumph factory tour, the National Motorcycle Museum, Wales, Silverstone Racetrack, and many dealerships and smaller tracks. The riders in the UK are the real deal bikers, and will ride in any weather. We recommend this as an ultimate biker experience, and can't wait to get back and do it again. And also big thanks to Cat McLeod for finding all the perfect places to stay. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Douglas, Naked Jim and Bagel. Big thanks to our sponser, AG1. Get yours at drinkAG1.com/MOTORCYCLES and start getting healthier now. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

On this week's top quality motorcycle podcast the team is joined by Mouse who helps make Emma's adventures great. They, along with Cori and Brian, recount the amazing "Castles and Curves" trip last July to Germany and France. They truly had a trip of a lifetime! Additionally Naked Jim and Stumpy John talk about their recent ride on private land. We then tackle a few listeners emails. For more information on next summer's trips check out Leod Escapes at: https://www.leodescapes.com/pages/view/2023-motorcycles-misfits-dolomites-training-tour/. This week's podcast features Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Bagel, Henry, Mouse, Cori and Brian. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

On this week's motorcycle podcast Liza is away and the inmates are running the asylum! We discuss the happenings at the garage today, Miss Emma gives a ride report and we talk electrical gremlins and Honda Nighthawks. Responding to listeners emails, we discuss if a wave runner is actually a water scooter. Inquiring minds want to know...Featuring Miss Emma, Stumpy John, Nak and Naked Jim Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about: -What to do with your used spark plugs -Do scooters really count? -How well do we know each other's motorcycle history? -Two bikes, one bad battery and two burnt wires -The future of the Re-Cycle Garage -Listener emails including a What Dat!? that stumps Emma With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Cooper, Naked Jim and Bagel Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/MOTORCYCLES and start getting healthier. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our podcast we talk about an interesting bike that came to the garage, now known as the Chuckus. A Chinese clone of a custom Ruckus. Sounds weird? It is. Death machine? Maybe. Fun? Definitely. Next up we go over the crash stats from Sturgis Bike Week, and discuss why these numbers are accepted every year. Then we settle in for Emma's History Hole on a bike that deserves due respect: the Suzuki GSX-R 750. These bikes hit the scene in 1985 and were a huge leap in the evolution of the sport bike, and are still being produced today. Sit back and learn about their history. What does GSX-R stand for? How about GS or CBR? Play along in the Acronym Game and see how well you do. We try out a new segment called Wat Dat!? Do you have a part on your bike that your not sure what it does? We do, and we ask Emma to explain Wat Dat is. And lastly we read listener emails and answer questions. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast Cat and Emma share stories from their recent trip to the Dolomites. Cat has created a training trip that shows anyone how to travel internationally with confidence. Throw in schnitzel and beer, amazing twisties and good company, and you've got a life changing trip. In fact, Patrick, Lori and Scott joined us to share how it changed their lives, and what they learned. Cat and Mouse are wonderful tour guides who bring their 5 star service to this budget tour. With Scott, Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Cat, Mouse, Patrick, Lori and Bagel. https://www.leodescapes.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are back in California and have had time to reflect on our trip to VMD. The crowds were bigger, and the event did not disappoint. This is our favorite event of the year, and it's hard to put into words why it's so special, but we give it our best shot. Start with naked flaming burnouts, a mosh pit, the bourbon fairy, double rainbows and every type of motorcycle and racing you can imagine and you just start to scratch the surface With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

The Misfits have landed in Ohio for our favorite yearly event, the Vintage Motorcycle Days. There's so many fascinating people here, and we set out to find these people and share some of their stories with you. First up, Liza and Stumpy John talk to Paul from Replica Motorcycle Parts, who is 3D printing hard to find parts for vintage motorcycles. Naked Jim and Liza talk to Wendy Crockett from Vintage Rides, offering unique motorcycle tours in 20 different countries. Stumpy John and Liza talk to friend of the show, Mark from Mimi and Moto who has been experiencing everything VMD has to offer. Liza, Jim and Bagel meet a one armed rider named Charles, and learn more about his accident and his positive attitude that never stopped him from riding again. Stumpy John interviews the Grand Marshall of the event, Steve Wise. He's a racing champ, AMA Hall of Famer, and one of the most multi-talented riders in the history of motorcycle racing. Look for part 2 to hear the live podcast we recorded with the Cleveland Moto and Noco Moto guys. With Liza, Naked Jim, Stumpy John and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we head back to Laguna Seca for the the AHRMA motorcycle races. We love this event for a few reasons, but one of them is the vintage motocross races. These are so fun to watch and we root for riders fast and slow. Next up we talk about motorcycle lawsuits. 150 million dollars for a broken ankle? Can I get a piece of that? Seems over the top, but sometimes they are necessary to force change in the system, but sometimes they are just a money grab from a heart torn family. Listen to these actual cases, and let us know what you think. And lastly we talk about Stumpy John's problem, getting ready for Vintage Motorcycle Days, and listener emails. With Liza, Stumpy John, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we head off to the races at the famous Laguna Seca track. The King of the Baggers and Hooligan series have brought a whole new element to the races, and we loved it. Jim and Liza test rode the CFMoto Ibex 800 and talk about this Chinese company that is fighting the stereotype and making some decent bikes. We also talk a little more about ebikes and the law according to the CHP handbook, and try out a new segment called Useless Helpfull Advice. With Liza, Stumpy John, Naked Jim, Bagel and Nak. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MISFITS20 at www.MANSCAPED.com

This week on our motorcycle podcast Scottie gives us a ride report on their recent solo trip on the Nevada Backcountry Discovery Route. This is no easy task, and Scottie is always up for a true adventure. Next up, the crew talks about the new Triumph 400cc bikes made in India. Will they come to the US and should they? Tell us what you think. Emma talks about the goings on in the garage, and her upcoming trip to Europe. With Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Scottie, Bagel and a quick appearance from Liza. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MISFITS20 at www.MANSCAPED.com

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share with you many of the conversations that stem from the garage. More specifically, these are the kinds of conversations that are happening between everyone while we are hanging out and wrenching on bikes every Sunday. Here's some of the questions we ask and answer: What is the best motorcycle engine ever built? What motorcycle accessories are inflatable, and what can we create using inflatable bits? What tools are you probably using wrong? With Liza, Miss Emma, Stumpy John and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MISFITS20 at www.MANSCAPED.com

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza makes a big announcement. She bought a new bike, and it's a Scrambler 900. What a cool bike it is too. Emma shares a history on the Scrambler, it's racing roots, and how the scramblers we know today became a style different from the originals. Emma also introduces us to her orphans, Will and James, who she literally picked up on the side of the highway. These Canadians were heading to Mexico for a big adventure with little planning, and for one of them the adventure stops here. Listen and find out what happened to them on their trip. With Liza, Anwar, Miss Emma, Will, James, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MISFITS20 at www.MANSCAPED.com

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has a problem that needs solving. She sold her 2 KLR's, so what could she possibly put in the stable to fill the spots? Send us your suggestions. MotoGPete is with us, so of course we have to play a round of Best/Worst Bike. Check out the Noco Moto podcast at https://nocomotopodcast.com/ And lastly, things are getting worse with bike theft. What can or should you do if your bike is stolen, you know where it is, and the cops won't help you? With Liza, Stumpy John, Naked Jim and MotoGPete. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MISFITS20 at www.MANSCAPED.com

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are celebrating both Pride and Stumpy John Appreciation Day. That's right, John is back, and he's taking us to Stumptown. Unfortunately John's dad recently passed away, so John shares stories of his dad who was a great mechanic and racer in his time. And although he may have had what it takes to be a pro racer, he instead decided to have a family and keep racing as a hobby. John was fortunate enough to grow up racing and wrenching alongside his dad, and has so many wonderful memories of this time. And to show our appreciation of John, we gifted him with a new bike. Listen and find out what kind it is! With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

We all love a good mystery story, and we've got some great ones to share with you. Liza talks about a Harley Davidson that washed up on a Canadian shore in a storage container that went on a year long voyage. Bagel tells us about a mystery ailment with his scooter that has a crazy origin, and Emma shares a story which involves the rarest bike in the world. But first, we talk about new bikes and people at the garage, and if a FZ6 is a good first bike or not? Then we find out what's new in Bagel's garage, and it's not what we think it is. Also, Jim gives us his off the grid ride report in Moon Rocks, NV which includes him being catapulted down a ravine. Good times. With Liza, Miss Emma, Craig, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

On our last episode we talked about death and motorcycling, which was a heavy subject to cover, but we didn't have time to cover the other side of death and motorcycles: the death of a bike. We talk about the anatomy of a bike death, and what things may have prevented it. We also get a mechanic's perspective on how to tell someone that their beloved machine may not survive, and to do this we bring on our new friend Gabe of the Motorcycles and Misfits Garage. They are a brand new shop in S. Carolina that just happen to share our name, so we thought it'd be a good idea to get to know them and learn a bit about them as well. We also play a round of Ride, Repair and Junk motorcycle version, so listen and find out which bike models are sent to their death. With Liza, Miss Emma, Rick, Gabe, Naked Jim and Bagel. https://www.motorcyclesandmisfitsgarage.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

Would you ride a bike knowing that someone died on it? This is the question that started this whole conversation. When asked, different people had different answers for different reasons which was quite surprising. Death is not something that bikers like to talk about, but realizing how many different opinions there are, it seemed like it should be talked about. Do your friends and family know what your wishes are in the case of an accident? Do you have your affairs in order? Do you realize how many lives may be affected by your untimely death? These are all important questions, and we sit down and talk about them, and hope that you will too. With Liza, Patrick, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we head down to Carmel CA for the annual Quail Motorcycle Gathering. This is a concours d'elegance event with everything from restorations to race bikes, choppers, scooters and everything else in between. With such an array of bikes on display, it's hard to choose who to interview, but we managed to get some good ones. Emma talks to Stacy and Sparky from the Haas Museum in Dallas, TX about some of the unique and interesting bikes they brought to show. Liza interviews Taras about his beautiful electric motorcycle brand called Tarfrom, which sounds like no other motorcycle out there. Jim interviews Keith about the most eclectic bike at the Quail, something that can only be described as an industrial copper chopper. And lastly, John interviews Ernest, the owner of Combat Motorcycles, about his muscle cafe on steroids bikes that have dna from Confederate Motorcycles. With Liza, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Stumpy John. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

It's time once again for the Misfits to hit the road and head up to the One Motorcycle Show in Portland, Or. This has become one of our favorite events to attend because of the perfect blend of eclectic and creative things. Beside motorcycles, they have cars, food, art and music. Throw in the stunt shows, vendor village and the industrial building and you've got a perfect weekend. There's so many things to catch your eye, and so many stories behind them, so we seek out some of the best and share them with you here. Make sure to put it on your calendar so you don't miss it next year. In fact, get an account at https://www.kickstandsup.com/ and they'll remind you for you. https://www.kickstandsup.com/ With Liza, Miss Emma, Bagel and stunt Misfits Eric and Kevin. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we bring stories from our very first Misfits Rally out of the Hollister Hills SVRA park. The weather was perfect, the hills were in a super bloom, and everyone had an amazing time. We had dirt riding, ADV rides, mini bike trails, street rides, games and seminars. But what truly made it spectacular were the attendees who all came with high spirits and ready for a good time. Ranger Hanson came down and joined us for a live interview, and shared stories about what it takes to run a park the size of Hollister Hills, how it came to be a park and what kind of emergencies he gets to handle on a regular basis. Special thanks to Matt at Breaking Away Adventures for putting the whole thing together. It was a huge success, and we are all looking forward to next year's rally. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma and Naked Jim. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about the new formula for the right amount of bikes: N+S. That's right, every biker should consider adding a scooter to their arsenal. They are affordable, practical, better for the environment and fun. There's a wide array of scooters available too. From classic styling like the Vespa, comfortable touring like the Suzuki Burgman, manly and practical like the Honda Ruckus or just sexy as f**k like the Italjet Dragster. We give you all the reasons to consider adding a scooter (or modcycle) to your garage. With Liza, Stumpy John and Miss Emma. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza shares her experience from the brain of an aging biker. Can this be overcome, and is this what all bikers go through as they get older? Then we play of game of Name That Tune biker edition, and the young people don't stand a chance against the human jukebox Emma. Next up, Emma explains why we have different types of gas, which bikes use them, and why. She also debunks some common myths about fuel. And lastly we catch up with Mycah, Charley and Henry to see what they've been up to lately. With Liza, Miss Emma, Mycah, Charley, Henry and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by local mechanic/youtuber Mason George. He seems to find a never ending supply of collectible bikes right here in the Santa Cruz mountains, that no one else seems to know about. He drops in to share stories about some of these finds, and to share advice for someone who finds an old bike themselves and have ideas about 'fixing' it up. With Liza, Miss Emma, Mason, Naked Jim and Bagel. Find his youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@MasonGeorgeMotorcycles http://masongeorgemotorcycles.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

Is this the golden age of motorcycles? Is there a difference between a rider and a biker? Is the Honda Elite 250 the best scooter ever made? Is the Suzuki RF900R the best looking sport bike of all time? Does a Harley sound like potato potato, or is it tomato tomato? We answer all of these questions and get into debates on some, and we want to hear what you think as well. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Craig the Giant, Nak and Bagel. https://jmlmusic.com/earshot/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are talking about cooking food. With our bikes. No, really. Our moto is Live to Ride, Ride to Eat, so what better way to do this than to cook the food while you ride. We've come up with a list of bikes and dishes that we think are good matches. are you willing to try any? Next up we are joined by champion racer Bubba Shobert. He's a three-time A.M.A. Grand National Champion from 1985 to 1987 and was AMA Superbike Champion in 1988 while riding for American Honda. In 1989 Shobert moved up to the Grand Prix world championship riding for Honda. Unfortunately, Shobert's Grand Prix career was cut short at the third race of the season, where he was involved in a terrible crash with Kevin Magee on the cool off lap after the race, wherein Shobert drove into the back of Magee's motorcycle. Magee had stopped his motorcycle in the middle of the track and was performing a rear-wheel "burnout". Eddie Lawson narrowly missed hitting Magee's bike after he and Shobert had just finished congratulating each other moments earlier and were not looking forward. Shobert suffered severe head injuries but was able to make a full recovery after months of rehabilitation. He never raced again, taking instead roles as manager in some teams of AMA Grand National dirt track . With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Tom Medema, co-founder of the Rally for Rangers, which is the definition of philanthropic adventure. So what is it exactly? Rally for Rangers connects motorcycle enthusiasts passionate about discovering and protecting the world's special places with park rangers dedicated to natural and cultural heritage. After completing an adventure ride in an amazing remote place of the world, the riders donate their bikes directly to rangers who use them to help protect animals and artifacts from poachers. Tom's here to tell us about some new trips, a new movie, and a big announcement that might get you on one of these trips. With Liza, Stumpy John, Tom, Craig, Naked Jim, Miss Emma and Bagel. https://rallyforrangers.org/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Jenya, who's chained bike was stolen from her secure gated garage. With lots of perseverance and help from the community she finally got it back. She shares her story and lessons learned from this crime. We are also joined by Phil Marmet from Abus, who makes some of the best locks for motorcycles on the market. But even these can't stop all thieves. He explains what the difference is between types of locks, as well as the different qualities available. Next up, Liza has experienced her own traumatic experience, this time at the DMV taking the written test to renew her license. She gives a sample test to the group to see how they handle some of the trick questions you may get from the DMV. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Jenya, Craig, Jim and Bagel. www.abus.com Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

On this week's motorcycle podcast Miss Emma leads a discussion about single cylinder motorcycles. Is a single always a four stroke? Can a small bike be a thumper? Also - Stumpy John and Craig discuss their trip to the Nevada desert before the AIM Expo. We also read recent emails from our dedicated listeners. Featuring: Miss Emma, Liza, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Craig, Douglas and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we descend on the AimExpo in Las Vegas, and we sought out some of the coolest things we could find there. Emma talks to Jen and Chris, who are making some really cool base layers for women. https://justride5.com/ Jim talks to Charley from Forcite out of Australia, who are redefining the smart helmet category, and making it less complicated. https://www.forcitehelmets.com/en-us/ Craig found a great new website called Kickstands Up, where you can find every kind of motorcycle event going on near you. We love it and think you will too. https://www.kickstandsup.com/ Stumpy John learns more about Kove motorcycles out of China. They've already proven they are built well with three bikes that entered and finished the Dakar Rally. https://kovemoto.com/ And lastly, Emma swings by the Triumph booth and talks to Adam about what's new, when are the dirt bikes coming, and what else might we be seeing from Triumph soon. https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/ Also, check out Adam's podcast https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/for-the-ride/brand/podcast What a great time we had, and nobody was arrested. That's a win in our books. With Liza, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Stumpy John, Craig the Giant and Douglas. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Wendy and Ian, who just got the official recognition from Guinness of their new world record. They are both veterans of the Iron Butt rallies and long distance riding, but that wasn't hard enough. They wanted the ultimate long distance riding challenge; visiting all of the United States in alphabetical order. Think about that. Here's just the first 5 in order: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California. And because Ian was on a tourist visa from Australia, they would only have a few months to complete it. With months of planning and preparation, what could go wrong? How about emergency surgery, hitting a kangaroo whilst on the first half of the trip in Australia, cracking a frame in half and lightning storms to name a few. They share their stories and tricks to keeping their older bikes running like tops, and how they managed to not give up. They completed over 80,000 miles in the US alone, and almost 100,000 miles over all. With Liza, Miss Emma, Ray Ray, Scott, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we bring to you some very controversial topics. First up, there is a bill being pushed in Connecticut that says if you ride a motorcycle without a helmet and crash, then you automatically become an organ donor regardless of your wishes, religion or family. This can't be real, but in fact it is. Next up we talk about the electric motorcycles and e-bikes that have crossed the line and are faster than some of our smaller bikes, but fall through the cracks when it comes to licensing, registration and insurance. What is the solution? Then we talk about the announcement that California wants to ban chrome plating. What does this mean for the cruiser community? Who will it save and who will it hurt? Emma gives us a History Hole on the MZ motorcycles. You may never have heard of them, but I bet you've seen one and didn't know it. And lastly Liza drops a new game and the group called E-Bike, Super Villian or Big Pharma? Play along and see how you do. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

On this week's motorcycle podcast we hang with Donovan from Big Sur Motorcycle Adventure tours discussing his trips in Big Sur and Vietnam. Miss Emma helps Stumpy diagnose a problem with his Tiger. We discuss the happenings at the garage and read listener's emails. Featuring Bagel, Miss Emma, Naked Jim, Craig and Stumpy John. https://bigsurmotorcycleadventuretours.com/ Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by My Hart, fresh back from completing the Dakar Rally. This is no small feat, especially in the Malle category, which is the most challenging for competitors. This is where you have no support and have to maintain your own bike after a long day of riding. And taking the expense and skill it takes to compete, it's no surprise that this is the first year that any American finished the race in the Malle category. Way to go Mo! We've got so many questions for Mo, including Emma's probe into how you handle bodily functions out in the abyss of the Arabian desert. And we also manage to compare competing in the Dakar with our very own Naked Ride, which we also did this weekend. Next up we share our bike's DNA stories. How Austrian in a KTM really? How American is a Harley? And who's bike is 100% pure from it's country of origin? Listen and find out. With Liza, Charley, Scotty, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Craig the Giant, Ray Ray, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ www.breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about the weather and how it doesn't stop the Misfits from going out riding to come to the garage. Rain or shine, the garage is open and shenanigans ensue. Everyone who came by got to try out Liza's new bike, the Amigo 125, which is a Honda Dax clone. So far the consensus is that it's a good buy for the money, and will provide some good stupid fun. Liza also got some more toy motorcycles, one of which is a limited edition Triumph Scrambler Bond Edition. This gets us talking about the Bond bikes, and rewatching the chase scenes from the Bond films. Some are hysterical and don't hold up over time, while others are still impressive to this day. Listen in and find out which are our favorites, and what we think the next Bond bike should be. And lastly we give an update on the Dakar Rally, and read listener emails. Don't buy flood bikes! With Liza, Miss Emma, Naked Jim and Bagel. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share stories from our current stormageddon. All of us are surviving just fine except for Liza, who finds the only thing to do when you can't ride, is buy more bikes. This will be a big year for the Misfits, heading out to even more events and tours than ever before, and we want you to join us. Check out our events page on our site, and come along! And also let us know if you're interested in the UK Moto Dream Tour. Next up, we talk about the worst trends from the two wheel world ever to come along. Some are steeped in culture and tradition like the Bosozoku and Mod scooters, some come from pushing the limits like wide tires and raked front ends, and some are just silly like the furry bikes from the stunter world. Let us know if there are any we missed and send us an email. And lastly we read listener emails. Join our Discord at discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/ https://breakingawaytrips.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about good and bad ideas. Ingenuity is what moves us forward, and sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. And sometimes it should've worked but for whatever reason it didn't. Hear our arguments about good and bad ideas in this segment. Next up we play a game called The Easiest Motorcycle Quiz Ever. Play along and see how you do. We give a shout out to the most hardcore segment of the biker community; the ones with no cars. They commute, shop and travel in any weather on two wheels because they are just that badass. And lastly we read listener emails and answer some questions. Happy New Year from the Misfits! With Liza, Miss Emma, Nak and Craig. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/

Thanks for being a supporter on Patreon. Enjoy this bonus episode where Emma shares the history of the original cafe racers.

Sit back and enjoy story time with Miss Emma and the Misfits.

For the last podcast of 2022, we bring to you a fun show with lots of topics. We start out with a Tell Me Whyeee there aren't fuel gauges on all bikes? Emma has an answer that Liza aint buying. Then we talk about the remake of Easy Rider, and wonder what bikes they'll use in this modern remake? Next up, Liza has a new game called The Incredibly Impossible Quiz. Play along and see how you do. We then roll into some rounds of Craigslist Porn Pic: What's It Worth edition. Harley has announced some new models that are being made in China, and aren't for the American market. Do we believe them? And could these be the first real winners in the foreign made Harley game? And since it's the holidays, we all share what gifts we hope to receive, are receiving, and would like to give to another. Lastly, we read listener emails. Thanks to everyone for listening, and shout out to all the Misfits around the world. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Craig, Naked Jim, Bagel and Steph Yue. Join our Discord at https://discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.leodescapes.com/

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are still enduring the rain, but that didn't stop a bunch of people from coming to the garage this week. Still buzzing off of the excitement from our 500th Episode Extravaganza, we share a recap of all of the events, meals and activities. In fact, we had such a good time we're considering doing it every year. No, really. Let us know what you think. Matt and Naked Jim just returned from their epic ADV trip to Death Valley, and share their ride report. Is the Africa Twin more capable then the GS1200 off road? Listen to find out. Liza gives Stumpy John and Miss Emma a compatibility test in the form of a game called On or In? Play along and find out if you think like a Misfits too. And lastly, we read listener emails. We received so much awesome feedback from our 500th, as well as some great listener questions. Keep the emails coming! With Liza, Douglas, Ray Ray, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Nak, Naked Jim, Craig, Henry, Charley, Bagel and Breaking Away Matt. www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew https://www.leodescapes.com/ https://discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT

On this special 500th episode, we gathered Misfits past and present on one stage in front of a live audience. We reminisce about the start of the Re-Cycle Garage and the podcast, share some of our favorite stories, and some of our favorite moments. We've had a rotating cast of characters over the years, forming a family of Misfits, and have had a lot of fun over the years. Thank you everyone who's listened, to those that came for the recording and especially to Phil Waters from the Cleveland Moto podcast for joining us. With Liza, Stumpy John, Douglas, Nak, Megan, Miss Emma, Phil, Kat, Adrianne, Charley, Bagel and Naked Jim. www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew www.wetravel.com/trips/2023-dolom…YZhyzKA1pXR1m3eU https://discord.gg/hpRZcucHCT

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza and John have a ride report, which brings up the debate about the perfect Swiss Army Knife bike. Is it the KLR650, DR650 or Tenere 700? Or, is it Liza's vote, the KTM 690 Enduro? What do you think? With so many new bike announcements, it prompts us to share some opinions about if we care or not about these news articles? The conversation then turns into a History Hole about Bimoto, a little known boutique performance brand that makes some amazing bikes. Then we play a game called Separated at Birth. Liza prompts that all bikes have a car that is the equivalent. Do you think we matched them well? And lastly we read listener emails and answer some questions. Thanks to everyone who scooped up the seats to our 500th episode live recording. We can't believe it is sold out! With Liza, Stumpy John, Douglas, Naked Jim and Bagel. www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew https://www.wetravel.com/trips/2023-dolomites-training-trip-for-motorcycles-misfits-leod-escapes-canazei-85683995?fbclid=IwAR300XsXEuiK6J0Tc0gcsi6MfueQUj6kfPxPWqszwViYZhyzKA1pXR1m3eU

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza shares an amazing story in a segment we call How Did We Not Know About This, about motorcycles designed by NASA for the moon. Moon scooters were almost a thing! Next up we talk about the massive influx of new electric motorcycles being announced, and who is going to survive this EMoto Thunderdome. Will it be a company with a base in the industry like Kymco or Kawasaki? Or will it be a small company like Fuell or Cake? Do any of these companies bring some new innovation to the table? Or are they all just different aesthetics in an industry already capped by technology? And what does this mean to the rider that hasn't even thought of buying an electric motorcycle yet? We discuss all these things, and why you should be watching the market as they all fight to survive and claim their spot in the future of motorcycling. In game time, Liza springs a spelling bee on the guys, and we find out who can actually spell these often mispronounced motorcycle words. And lastly, we read listener emails and find out what most of us may be doing wrong. With Liza, Stumpy John, Morgan and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 Thanks to our sponsor www.mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com [email protected] www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we talk about a bike that Emma is working on in her shop, a Hyosung Aquila GV650. Hyosung has been around in the US for over 15 years, but it seems they are rarely seen in the wild. These Korean bikes hit the market and then seemed to disappear. So how good or bad are they? Should you buy one? Listen and find out what we conclude about these cheap bikes. Next up Stumpy John presents to us 10 new bikes unveiled at EICMA this year, and we decide if we are excited about them in this game called Stumpy or Chumpy. Craig and Naked Jim give us a ride report from their recent excursion to the Mojave desert, where Craig learns to ride deep sand for the first time. and lastly we read listener emails and answer questions, one of which is too good to answer quickly, so you'll have to listen next week while we have a discussion about life after a big accident. With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Kelly, Craig, Naked Jim and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 Thanks to our sponsor www.mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are going Italian baby! Cat McLeod is here to talk about the Misfits trip to Italy next year, and he's got some travel tips to make your trips better. In fact, we've had so many people interested in the trip that we're considering offering 2 trips! If you're interested, let us know what you prefer. https://bit.ly/3DJtQl8 Is there such a thing as a cheap Ducati? We searched the web and present our finds to Emma to see if anyone can find a real deal. Emma gives a History Hole on Benelli Motorcycles, which have a long history before the current bikes that we have now. They also make shotguns. Listen and learn. Stumpy John and Cat talk about the Moto GP which just ended, and if you aren't following, they've got some reasons you should, and the Italians are all over this one. And lastly we read listener emails. With Liza, Stumpy John, Cat, Mouse, Naked Jim, Miss Emma and Bagel. Get your tickets to our 500th episode live recording at www.eventbrite.com/e/motorcycles-m…ts-442515374397 And get your tickets to the RevSisters Moto Film Festival at revsisters.com/events/rsmff2022/ Thanks to our sponsor mimiandmoto.com/ www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com www.patreon.com/motorcyclesandmisfits www.zazzle.com/store/recyclegarage www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wKZSP0J9FBGB79169ciew

We bring to you yet another wonderful history hole, this time about a part of the bike that many fear. That's right, it's valves. What does a valve do? How and why do you adjust them? Can you do it yourself? These questions and more will be answered. And as always, thank you to our Patreon supporters. We couldn't do it without you. With Emma and Liza