The Racer X Podcast Network

We joke about 49 riders racing for Monster Energy/Star Racing Yamaha, but only one of them has a story like this. Aaron Plessinger will transition from the Monster Energy Yamaha in-house factory team to Star's new 450 squad. Will the Star YZ450F be different than the previous factory bike? Can Aaron make a step forward after two frustrating seasons in the 450 class? Jason Weigandt chats with the very friendly, very honest Plessinger, who is always laughing, even when he's describing bad news! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Luke Nesler is joined by Tom Licciadri of Jacqueline's Fine Jewelry to talk about how he saved his brick-and-mortar stores during COVID-19 by simply using the free tool Facebook Live. Tune in and find out what your moto business can learn from Tom's tactic. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

This week Daniel Blair, Dave "The Dolphin" Ginolfi, and Producer Joe talk about the new Amateur Spotlight show coming in 2021. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show"

Luke Nesler is joined by Dennis Block, COO of Seven MX, on this week's episode of the Moto Marketing Podcast. Dennis talks about his career journey from being a fan to owning his own sales and marketing company and how a trackside conversation with James Stewart led to his current gig. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

In dirt bike racing, the fastest riders aren't always the ones who rack up championship after championship, and speed isn't measured with a number or on a lap chart—it's more intangible, more elusive. When we see it, we know it. Jason Weigandt reads his feature article "Faster" from the February 2021 issue of Racer X magazine. For more from DC, Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, and the rest of the Racer X crew, subscribe to Racer X. Racer X Read Aloud is brought to you by Renthal.

Shane McElrath took a huge risk by leaving his old Troy Lee Designs KTM squad for Monster Energy/Star Racing Yamaha. It was 250SX Championship or bust in 2020, and, well, it must have been bust, because he finished second. But was it? Shane says he's happy to have taken a risk and learned lessons even in defeat, even though he pointed out of the 250 class and found himself without a factory 450 ride. He felt even better after he tried the SmarTop/Bullfrog Spas/MotoConcepts Honda, a bike so good that he said he really couldn't walk away from it, even if it meant signing a supercross-only contract. McElrath also hits on his own place in the sport: never the overwhelming favorite, but always a contender to win races and land on the podium. Where does he fit in? It's a question even he has wrestled with. In this podcast, Shane talks to Jason Weigandt to reveal the journey to his new ride, how the bonus-heavy structure will work, and his own position in the sport. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

If not the biggest news of the off-season, it's at least the most surprising: Jeremy Martin has returned to Monster Energy/Star Racing Yamaha, the team he rode for from 2012 to 2016. The previous ending of that relationship was not good, but Jeremy needed a new home after GEICO Honda closed, and he knows the Star YZ250F is a great bike. Jason Weigandt chats with Jeremy about the GEICO shutdown, signing with his old team, and why he didn't take the offer from Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki or Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull GasGas. Plus, the annual "can you finally win a supercross title" question! The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

This story is far too familiar for Hunter Lawrence: he's once again mending from an injury, this time a shoulder dislocation dating back to the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross opener. There's some good news, though, as Hunter and his brother Jett have factory Honda HRC 250 rides for 2021. Hunter feels he has plenty of time to make the gate for the Monster Energy 250SX West opener on February 20 in Glendale, and he's eager to finally put the injuries behind him and rack up some results. Jason Weigandt rings up the funny Australian for the latest on his 2021 deal. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Even when word got out that the GEICO Honda team might have to close up shop, everyone knew Honda would find a place for Jett Lawrence. The 17-year-old Australian is the hottest prospect in the sport after a rookie pro season that saw him nearly win his third supercross race, then cap the year with a Lucas Oil Pro Motocross overall win at Fox Raceway. Plus, his off-track persona gives him popularity beyond his results. This week, Jett's Honda HRC factory 250F ride was announced as official, as was his new deal with Red Bull, which led to a cool video where he rides a half-width supercross track. Jason Weigandt rang up Jettson for a conversation about his new ride, his 2020 season, and the strange small-world story of training with Ken Roczen's dad back in the day. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Luke Nesler is joined by Alex De La Peña, one of the driving forces behind all of the stellar brand-related content we all see from FMF. Alex tells his story of surfing roots and being a moto fan and how he ended up working for one of the coolest brands to ever exist in our sport. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

Ryan Villopoto will headline the Monster Energy Master of the Pit pit-bike race next weekend in Pennsylvania. Of course he will. The nine-time AMA National Champion has really redefined the art of retired life, showing up at a massive variety of events and guaranteeing that he will ... well, not always win, but pretty much always have the most fun. The retired side of Ryan Villopoto is much different than his public persona in his racing days, and the fans love it. Jason Weigandt called Villopoto this morning to talk pit-bike racing, the friends who help him find these events to do, and then just generally chat with one of the most unfiltered voices in the sport today. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Ryan Villopoto will headline the Monster Energy Master of the Pit pit-bike race next weekend in Pennsylvania. Of course he will. The nine-time AMA National Champion has really redefined the art of retired life, showing up at a massive variety of events and guaranteeing that he will ... well, not always win, but pretty much always have the most fun. The retired side of Ryan Villopoto is much different than his public persona in his racing days, and the fans love it. Jason Weigandt called Villopoto this morning to talk pit-bike racing, the friends who help him find these events to do, and then just generally chat with one of the most unfiltered voices in the sport today. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Alex Ray's pathway through the sport is beyond unorthodox, as he went from not even a top-ten B rider from Tennessee to getting dropped off in California to learn supercross. Next thing you know he has a pro license and is going through the whoops with his eyes closed! Today, A-Ray is a consistent 450SX main-eventer and one of the funniest riders in the pits, riding for the SGB Maxxis Babbitt's Kawasaki team. Through A-Ray you'll learn one of the most underappreciated parts of this sport: privateers might not make the big bucks, but they have more fun at the races than anyone. Alex chats with Jason Weigandt and explains his remarkable rise (with huge help from Davi Millsaps, for example) in this podcast. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Luke Nesler is joined in-studio by Davey Coombs as they bring on Rob Buydos to talk about the creation of Moto Fite Klub and their next event, the Monster Energy Master of the Pit, happening on December 5. Get access to the Monster Energy Master of the Pit here. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

This week Daniel Blair, Tool Man Dan, and Producer Joe talk silly season and do the Jacob Hayes fundraiser raffle giveaway! Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Luke Nesler is joined by supercross pro Canvas MX founder Michael Leib. Michael talks about his career as a professional supercross athlete and how a backyard conversation with his dad turned into the seven-figure custom gear brand. Leib talks with Luke about how they've scaled the business thus far, and their plans to expand in the future. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

With GEICO Honda and JGR Suzuki recently shutting doors, Jason Weigandt provides some insight into why sponsorship is so hard to find in 2020—and how much it hurts to see big teams shut down. With so many private teams struggling, many wondered if Forrest Butler's Rocky Mountain ATV/MC-WPS-KTM team would survive the year. Indeed, the team remains, with Joey Savatgy replacing Blake Baggett for 2021. Weigandt talks to Butler and Savatgy about the year that was and the year that's upcoming. Butler talks about survival through the season, and Savatgy explains how his deal came to be. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Luke Nesler is joined by Brent and Kris of MTB BOXX, a subscription box for the mountain bike enthusiast. With the subscription box craze right now, Luke talks to Kris and Brent about how they established themselves in a competitive market and got consumers' attention, as well as their plans for scaling the brand. All moto fans appreciate mountain biking as a sport, so turn up your headphones and enjoy today's episode. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

This week Daniel Blair, V$, and Producer Joe talk about their uppers and downers for the manufacturers. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Luke Nesler is joined by Jamie "Darkside" Guida, whom moto fans may know from the PulpMX Show—but the man behind the brand is much more of a master networker than you may think. Luke and Darkside talk about how he went from just a normal fan to having a podcast brand that has hosted some of the biggest names in the sport. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

Gene McCay was one of the fastest kids in the history of American minicycle racing, rising to amateur prominence in the 1970s and racing out of Lexington, Tennessee. But at the start of a promising pro career, he suddenly walked away. We got in touch to find out why, and he showed up at Loretta Lynn's with a suitcase full of memorabilia and a story to tell. For more from DC, Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, and the rest of the Racer X crew, subscribe to Racer X! Racer X Read Aloud is brought to you by Renthal.

Luke Nesler is joined by Tim Cotter of MX Sports to discuss how he got his start announcing and became one of the driving forces behind the MX Sports team, which runs Lucas Oil Pro Motocross, Loretta Lynn's, GNCC, and more. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

Monster Energy Supercross has set the start of the 2021 schedule, starting on January 16 with first of three races in Houston. That's the simple part, but there are many other details to flesh out, and many other details still yet unknown. Dave Prater, Feld Entertainment's Senior Director of Operations, Two-Wheel, met with the press on Tuesday, October 27, to answer any and all questions. That includes tackling big topics like day/night races, why they picked the cities and stadiums they did, when they hope to announce the final rounds of the season, and more. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

This week Daniel Blair, Tool-Man Dan, and Producer Joe talk about the future of the 250 Class. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Luke Nesler is joined by Dr. Chris Leatt to discuss the creation and expansion of Leatt and their full line of protective products. Dr. Leatt tells the story of how the original Leatt neck brace came to be and why they've expanded to a head-to-toe brand, not only in moto but also in cycling. Learn more about Leatt: www.leatt.com Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

Adam Cianciarulo is always a thoughtful and articulate interview, but he's finally bringing those popular skills to the center as a genuine title contender in the 450 Class. His rookie big-bike season included a second-half flurry that put the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship in reach, but, win or lose, he was just happy to avoid the many hazards are hurdles of the premier class and make gains throughout the year. In this podcast, culled from several interviews with Jason Weigandt and Cianciarulo over the final rounds of the season, you'll hear Adam's take on learning and growing, rediscovering the addiction to winning without getting too frustrated if he loses, as well as ancillary thoughts on why 250 riders don't win as soon as they turn pro anymore, and other topics. As a student of the game, Adam knows the sport well. Here's his take on racing in 2020. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Jeff Cernic joins Luke Nesler to talk about his latest project, MXTire.com, and to walk down memory lane as they discuss Travis Pastrana, Cernic's Suzuki, PA MX, and more. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

This week Daniel Blair and Producer Joe talk about the 2020 Motocross National season wrap up. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Post-race interviews from the 2020 Thunder Valley National: 250 Class Justin Cooper, Dylan Ferrandis, Jeremy Martin 450 Class (25:03) Eli Tomac, Adam Cianciarulo, Zach Osborne

Luke Nesler is joined by Impakt Results CMO George Cicci and Sr. Social Media Strategist Lacie Geary as the three discuss Black Friday and Cyber Monday marketing tips for your moto business. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com.

Dylan Ferrandis is actually one of the most open and honest riders on the AMA circuit, but many fans don't know that because it's hard to understand him! Jason Weigandt helps articulate the points that Ferrandis makes in this interview, adding his interpretation to sound bites after an interview with the current 250 Class series leader. Ferrandis explains his approach to the final races, bike changes that helped with his starts but slowed him on the track, and how he was actually mad at himself for that Christian Craig incident earlier in the season. Also, he explains that winning last year's Monster Energy Supercross Championship in 250SX West might have made him too complacent when Lucas Oil Pro Motocross began for 2019, which he now considers the greatest lesson of his racing career—and a mistake he won't make again. Plus: while racing over the weekend at WW Ranch, he had visions of trying to battle Jeffrey Herlings, which Ferrandis had to do in his MX2 days in the GPs. Ferrandis explains much about the emotions of racing at the top level. It's worth understanding! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Post-race interviews from the 2020 WW Ranch National: 250 Class Dylan Ferrandis, Justin Cooper, Jeremy Martin 450 Class (23:31) Zach Osborne, Marvin Musquin, Eli Tomac

Luke Nesler is joined by Evil Coffee founder Ross Dantonio to discuss the creation of a brand from scratch and how he's paved his way for success with little to no initial connections in the industry. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

Joey Savatgy has run up front before: "I just look at the guys that are up there now, and I've beat those guys before. I might not beat them every time, but I've run with them and won races and lost races. I don't think it's impossible." The struggle is real in his comeback from injury—and a team and bike switch—and he gives a sobering but honest update on his progress. Also, Justin Cooper talks about his struggles this year finding his old podium form, and rookie Jo Shimoda explains how he has to set realistic goals in a field of 250 veterans. Enjoy the whole convo and an intro from Jason Weigandt with thoughts on the season in this edition of the Racer X Exhaust podcast. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

This week Daniel Blair and Producer Joe talk about the 2020 Motocross National at Spring Creek . Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "Scott Prospect Goggle Listener Question Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Post-race interviews from the 2020 Spring Creek National: 250 Class Dylan Ferrandis, Jeremy Martin, Alex Martin 450 Class (29:38) Adam Cianciarulo, Blake Baggett, Justin Barcia

Luke Nesler is joined by ETS Fuels' Beth Paretta to discuss educating the market on a product you can't see. How do you grow a brand when someone can't see your product? Beth joins Luke to discuss on this week's episode of the Moto Marketing Podcast. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

Jason Weigandt was part of a press conference this week featuring Christian Craig, Ty Masterpool, and Mitchell Harrison. All three riders were pretty honest during their media session, with Craig discussing what it's like to try to hold off Eli Tomac in a moto, his relationship with Chase Sexton, and how he rides much harder than it looks. Harrison admits he had to get on the podium or win now that he's part of Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki, and Masterpool tries to explain his parent's background in skiing and snowboarding. Except he can't! Enjoy a free-flowing conversation in this edition of the Racer X Exhaust Podcast. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

Luke Nesler is joined by Gaerne's Bob Rathkamp to talk about building one of the most iconic boot brands in the USA. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

It's a strange year all around, but somehow 2020 has also produced some really compelling racing. Jason Weigandt now wonders: are there lessons from this strange season that could be applied in the future? Did the RedBud doubleheader work? What about the long break between supercross and motocross? Could a late summer/early fall motocross schedule actually work? After Weege shares some thoughts, we move to press conference audio from Tuesday night, featuring the RedBud 2 450 podium riders Adam Cianciarulo, Blake Baggett, and Zach Osborne. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

This week Daniel Blair, Snap-On Dan, Ryan Hughes, and Producer Joe talk about the 2020 RedBud Motocross. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "No Toil Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Luke Nesler is joined by Tanner Carew to talk about breaking out of professional football and into the dirt bike industry. Tanner is a long snapper who played for Oregon in college, had a long stint with Seattle in the NFL, and even played in the XFL in their wild 2019 season. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

This week Daniel Blair, Triple J. Andy Gregg, and Producer Joe talk about the 2020 Iron Man Motocross. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "No Toil Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Post-race interviews from the 2020 Ironman National: 250 Class Jeremy Martin, Dylan Ferrandis, and Brandon Hartranft 450 Class (31:02) Marvin Musquin and Adam Cianciarulo (Eli Tomac did not attend)

Luke Nesler is joined by Fasst Company's Jason Parsons to talk about high-end products and creating demand in the marketplace. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

Adam Cianciarulo really did say "Honestly, my first initial thought was Anderson has been riding like an a-hole kinda all year, running me off the track and stuff," during a Monday-night press conference. When he got run into by a Rockstar Energy Husqvarna, those were his thoughts—until he found out it was actually Zach Osborne running into him, to which Adam said, "I saw the 16, and we've run into each other so many times, I almost just laugh it off at this point. I didn't have the pace he had, so I did my best not to be too emotional and get crazy mad try to do something stupid." It was an enjoyable Monday-night Zoom press conference after a wild round two of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross. Marvin Musquin, Cianciarulo, RJ Hampshire, and Cameron McAdoo met with the media to discuss the season thus far. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.

This week Daniel Blair, Chris Cooksey, Coach Robb Beams, and Producer Joe talk about the 2020 Motocross season so far. Hang out with them as Daniel focuses on the headlines in the sport and sometimes it goes off the rails. - Listen for the weekly "No Toil Giveaway" - Become a part of the Motohead family @Maineventmoto - Want more discussions about topics outside of Moto? Download their app "The Main Main Show" :::> SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS

Post-race interviews from the 2020 Loretta Lynn's II National: 250 Class Jeremy Martin, Dylan Ferrandis, Alex Martin 450 Class (27:00) Zach Osborne, Adam Cianciarulo, Marvin Musquin

Luke Nesler is joined by PulpMX's Steve Matthes to discuss how he built a podcast empire that the entire sport knows and loves. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com

Luke Nesler is joined by PulpMX's Steve Matthes to discuss how he built a podcast empire that the entire sport knows and loves. Get more moto business talk at www.thebusinessofmoto.com. Follow Luke Nesler on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukenesler www.instagram.com/impakt_results Visit Impakt Results Online: www.thinkimpakt.com