This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by superhuman long distance rider Chris Hopper. He recently set a new long distance riding record on his Harley, completing 100,000 miles in 100 days. This feat is unfathomable to most riders, yet he made it seem simple. I'm sure you've done the math by now and have lots of questions. Well, so do we, and he explains it all to us, including some close calls that could have ended the whole trip. Congrats Chris!
Next up we talk about the newest bike coming from Honda, the affordable and cute Honda Navi. Is this the next great thing? Or are we getting sloppy seconds on a bike from India?
And since it's Thanksgiving week and everyone is heading to the kitchen, we talk about things in the kitchen that also have a place in the garage. Just make sure you clean them real good so your wife doesn't find out. 
And lastly we read listener emails and Emma explains why you a-may need to change your spark plugs. 
With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Nak and Bagel.
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Podcast 446: Going The Distance with Chris Hopper

This week on our motorcycle podcast we share 3 ride reports that all have something in common: running low on gas. Next up we play a game called Video Game, Locomotive or Scooter. 
Then we get into the main topic on the top superbikes of all time. But before we can make a list, we first have to decide what qualifies a superbike? This is harder than it seems, and we do out best to break it down. So our list of top superbikes in no particular order is Yamaha R1, BMW S1000RR, MV Agusta America, Suzuki GSXR750, Kawasaki GPZ1100, Ducati 916, Honda Hurricane 1000, Vincent Black Shadow and the Honda CB750. We've got room for 1 more bike on this top ten list, and we want to hear from you as to what it should be.
With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Arlette, Henry, Naked Jim and Bagel. 
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Podcast 447: The Top Superbikes of All Time

This week on our motorcycle podcast we are joined by Greg, the owner of the Gilroy Motorcycle Center, which has plans to become the motorcycle superstore we need. The industry has changed a lot in the last decade, and especially the last 2 years. He tells us about the issues they had to deal with during Covid, and how they managed to grow into a new space nearly 5 times bigger. Can they become a staple in the community, and a ride destination like they hope? What will it take to reach that goal? Of course you can rely on the Misfits to give him some unsolicited advice and what they think he should do.
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We also put Greg and the Misfits to the test, when special guest Lynn calls in, and everyone has to guess what bike she rides based on answers to personal questions. 
Next up, John gives a recap of his trip to Daytona Bike Week, where he saw tons of races and interviewed some of the greats. Look for these interviews on our Youtube channel soon. 
And lastly, we read listener emails and thank all of our guests for joining us. Big thanks to our new sponsor, Sizzapp. Don't forget to use the discount code MM15 to get 15% off at checkout. https://sizzapp.com/
With Liza, Mason, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Greg, Jim, Lila, Bagel and Lynn.
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Podcast 463: Going Big with Greg from Gilroy Motorcycle Center

This week on our motorcycle podcast we give our recap on the Quail Motorcycle Gathering. We had perfect weather, amazing bikes and loads of friends there. It was a magnificent party. We talk about some of our favorite bikes, some interesting engines, and clever designs we discovered. Big thanks to Law Tigers for sponsoring Emma's booth, and giving us a base camp. 
Next up Liza asks some random questions of the group, which leads to some inappropriately named things, which then leads to a spontaneous game. 
Big announcement! We will be having our 500th episode party on Dec 3rd at Moto Talbott museum in Carmel Valley, and you're invited. Put it on your calendar!
And lastly, we read listener emails. 
With Liza, Stumpy John, Miss Emma, Douglas, Naked Jim and Bagel.
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Podcast 471: The Quail Recap and the Lance Percival Doll

This week on our motorcycle podcast Liza has returned from a week at Americade, and she shares her recap. There were test rides, and Liza has a declaration to make about the Yamaha Tenere 700. Overall a fun event with great people in attendance, but one of the highlights is staple Alonzo Bodden performing his comedy. Liza had the opportunity to interview him and find out more about Alonzo the biker. Big thanks to all the listeners who came and said hi, and made the experience even better.
With Liza, Bagel and Alonzo. 
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Podcast 475: Americade Recap and Alonzo Bodden Interview

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.
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Podcast 512: Theft Prevention and How Jenya Got Her Bike Back

This week we visit a dream garage at Canepa Motors, Doug grinds his gears, Speedo talks about his plans on his current project, and we all discuss bikes that intimidate us. With Douglas, Liza, Speedo, Justin and Lucas.

Episode 39: Flashback

We are coming to you with a special podcast with the one and only Moin Khan from Pakistan. He has organized motorcycle trips through his beloved country for Americans to experience the beauty and hospitality themselves. We have featured some of the riders on past episodes #49 & #65. Moin has done so much more than this, including riding a CB600F4I from San Francisco to Pakistan, starting a school for girls, and creating a documentary from one of the motorcycle trips. Listen and be inspired. 
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Podcast 73: Pakistan Rediscovered

This week we got the opportunity to tour the Zero factory and test ride bikes. We share our opinions of the test ride, as well as discuss the future of electric bikes. Zero is leading the pack and making big strides in the industry. Contact your local Zero dealer to try one of these amazing rides yourself. Also, Liza shares her new ride and explains why it brings her shame. With Nak, Liza, Adrian, Bagel, Lucas, Jonathon, Kenyon, Terry, Zach, Zephyr, Mason, Josh and James.
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Podcast 82: Zero Motorcycles

Misfits Rally Vol 3 was a success! We had the most amazing group of people come together for adventure, fun, food, games and campfire stories. We talked to some individuals about their experiences at the rally, interviewed Bill Edgar from ADV Moto Pros and gave away some awards. Give a listen and join us next year!
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Podcast 619: Misfits Rally 2025

Episode 4 notes

In this episode there is no host! I was so excited about Motorcycles & Misfits accidentally following us on our sound cloud page that I forgot to call him in time to head down to the studio. : /

Please visit our moto brethren and check these resources out:
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or here: https://www.facebook.com/recyclesantacruz/

Kaufman Mercantile EDC kit:   https://www.kaufmann-mercantile.com/products/edc-kit

Cleveland Moto :  http://clevelandmoto.blogspot.com

Antigravity Batteries/Microstart:
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   http://themicrostart.com

We’re finally going to talk about CITS
If you’re not familiar with C-ITS it stands for Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems
Car manufacturers have been developing technology in this field for well over a decade in an effort to make transportation of goods and people safer. Now motorcycle OEMs are participating in the development of these standards as well.
Here’s an example of how it is currently being developed and applied:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwLE3csyDAc

IMS: It was the shit. It is slowly returning to its former glory. It can only be as good as the motorcycle industry in general, but it’s coming back. I take back everything that Danny said last week about the show sucking. It did suck, but that was yesteryear, and the world was in the middle of eating a huge shit pie… and in a way it still is. Regardless, the MC industry is making a slow but strong comeback.

Las Vegas, ah…..the drive from an Urban Mecca to the Urban ShitHole (albeit a shithole full of money) is chronicled at www.creative-riding.com. The best part of that trip was seeing the historic first Superprestigio of the Americas and meeting Andre Block. He was riding his bicycle from Knoxville, TN to Los Angeles, CA… a bike people! Why? To raise awareness for lupus. See his story at www.karmaride.org

Thanks for hanging around and listening. If we’re not good by episode 10, then you come on and host the fucking show!!!

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

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