{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Wednesday Live Ep. 19 Ft. Jay Bird","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/wednesday-live-ep-19-ft-jay-bird","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2567161/episodes/19206250-wednesday-live-ep-19-ft-jay-bird.mp3","description":"This week we were joined by Jay Bird fom Lost Souls Costumz. "},"annotations":[{"startTime":635.6,"endTime":686.6,"type":"car","title":"Yamaha SR 250","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f7/1980_Yamaha_SR250.jpg","quote":"I had bought a 1981 or 82 Yamaha SR 250 and I hit the road I took that motorcycle from Busby Arizona all the way up to San Francisco","canonicalId":"car:yamaha:sr 250","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Yamaha SR 250 is a small-displacement single-cylinder motorcycle that’s known for being light and easy to live with. Because it’s relatively simple and lightweight, it’s a common choice for riders who want a bike they can carry and modify without it feeling huge.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Yamaha SR 250 is a smaller, lighter motorcycle. It’s the kind of bike that’s easy to handle and can be packed for trips.","imageAttribution":"Matt Harriger (CC BY-SA 2.0)"}},{"startTime":703.3,"endTime":716.3,"type":"term","title":"five speed transmission","url":"/glossary/five-speed-transmission","quote":"so like I packed everything that I could fit on that king and queen seat so I could lean back and kind of chill and five speed transmission like I said 75 downhill","canonicalId":"term:five-speed-transmission","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A five-speed transmission is a gearbox with five forward gears that lets the rider choose the best gear for speed and engine load. On motorcycles, it affects how often you shift and how the engine feels during acceleration and cruising.","simplifiedExplanation":"A five-speed transmission means the bike has five gears. More gears can help the engine run in a better “sweet spot” depending on how fast you’re going."}},{"startTime":742.5,"endTime":754.6,"type":"term","title":"sport touring model","url":"/glossary/sport-touring-model","quote":"when I moved back from San Diego back to Phoenix I had got a Honda VFR 750 which was like a sport touring model yeah and I put I built a contraption of wood and milk crates","canonicalId":"term:sport-touring-model","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A sport-touring model is designed to combine performance-oriented riding with long-distance comfort. These bikes typically have more wind protection, better seating ergonomics, and storage-friendly designs compared with pure sport bikes.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Sport touring” means a motorcycle built for both fun riding and longer trips. It’s usually more comfortable and practical for covering distance."}},{"startTime":742.5,"endTime":775.2,"type":"car","title":"Honda VFR 750","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3e/Flickr_-_ronsaunders47_-_HONDA_VFR_750R.1987-1990.%28RACE_REPLICA%29.jpg","quote":"when I moved back from San Diego back to Phoenix I had got a Honda VFR 750 which was like a sport touring model yeah and I put I built a contraption of wood and milk crates","canonicalId":"car:honda:vfr 750","priority":0.0,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Honda VFR 750 is a sport-touring motorcycle known for balancing everyday usability with performance. It’s a popular platform for long-distance riding and for owners who add luggage and comfort-focused setups.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Honda VFR 750 is a motorcycle made for both riding around and longer trips. People often modify it with extra storage so it’s more comfortable on the road.","imageAttribution":"Ronald Saunders from Warrington, UK (CC BY-SA 2.0)"}},{"startTime":766.9,"endTime":775.2,"type":"term","title":"gas tank","url":"/glossary/gas-tank","quote":"to fill a tower of stuff and I put a pillow up on the gas tank and I've read that thing laying face down for 10 12 hours at a time","canonicalId":"term:gas-tank","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.4,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The gas tank is the fuel storage container on a motorcycle, typically located above the engine. 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It’s commonly modified for more power, and the speaker describes building the motor up to roughly 80+ horsepower.","simplifiedExplanation":"Harley-Davidson’s 883 is a popular Harley engine size. People often upgrade it to make more power, which is what the speaker is describing.","imageAttribution":"Addvisor (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":805.2,"endTime":822.81,"type":"term","title":"cams","url":"/glossary/cams","quote":"in their garage I was like pouring polishing heads putting cams in it and really getting that","canonicalId":"term:cams","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Cams (camshafts) control the timing and lift of the engine’s valves, which strongly affects power and how the engine responds. Swapping or installing new cams is a common way to change an engine’s character—often trading low-end smoothness for stronger mid/high power.","simplifiedExplanation":"Cams are parts inside the engine that control when the valves open and close. Changing cams can make the engine feel different—often more powerful, but sometimes less smooth at low speeds."}},{"startTime":805.2,"endTime":816.1,"type":"term","title":"polishing heads","url":"/glossary/polishing-heads","quote":"in their garage I was like pouring polishing heads putting cams in it and really getting that","canonicalId":"term:polishing-heads","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Polishing heads” usually refers to porting and smoothing the cylinder head’s internal passages (like intake/exhaust ports) to improve airflow. 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That usually makes the ride feel bumpier and can affect how the bike handles."}},{"startTime":852.5,"endTime":860.6,"type":"term","title":"40 miles an hour","url":"/glossary/40-miles-an-hour","quote":"hit by a truck of 40 miles an hour in Pittsburgh right on the 376 there's a bridge from the west","canonicalId":"term:40-miles-an-hour","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Speed matters in crash dynamics: impact at “40 miles an hour” can generate enough force to cause severe trauma even when the vehicle is only moving forward. In motorcycle crashes, the rider has far less protection than in a car, so injuries can be catastrophic.","simplifiedExplanation":"At “40 miles an hour,” a crash has a lot of force behind it. On a motorcycle, the rider is more exposed than in a car, so injuries can be much worse."}},{"startTime":869.6,"endTime":879.1,"type":"term","title":"gliss plumbing truck","quote":"snow on the ground and I traffic stopped I stopped guy behind me in the gliss plumbing truck did not stop hit me 40 miles an hour on his phone","canonicalId":"term:gliss-plumbing-truck","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This refers to a specific truck involved in the crash, described by the speaker as a “gliss plumbing truck.” It’s relevant because the rider’s injuries and the bike being pinned are tied directly to that vehicle’s impact and movement."}},{"startTime":897.4300000000001,"endTime":903.41,"type":"car","title":"Toyota A90","url":"/cars/toyota/supra","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/56/2019_Toyota_Supra_NASCAR_Xfinity_Series_Race_Car_front%2C_NYIAS_2019.jpg","quote":"ramped up onto my back tire and and pinned me against the seat which had folded the seat at a 90 degree angle that I was sitting on but pinned me against the gas tank my shoulders bent the bars down and then um","canonicalId":"car:toyota:supra","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Supra is a performance sports coupe known for strong acceleration and a driver-focused layout. 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If it “exploded,” it suggests a severe impact that can cause more than one piece of bone to break off."}},{"startTime":1100.8,"endTime":1186.2,"type":"term","title":"lane filtering","url":"/glossary/lane-filtering","quote":"yeah and I still jump on bikes and do crazy stuff so yeah gotta get back on the horse right\n[1096.2s] yeah but I mean there there's always this moment though that I don't think this will\n[1100.8s] ever go away I look in my rear view mirror as someone is barreling towards me and my butthole\n[1105.3s] Tucker's just a little bit okay so how do you feel about uh lane filtering then because","canonicalId":"term:lane-filtering","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Lane filtering is when a motorcycle moves between lanes or along lane space at low speed—often at a stoplight—to position itself closer to the front. The idea is to improve visibility to other drivers and reduce the chance of being rear-ended when traffic is stopped.","simplifiedExplanation":"Lane filtering is when a bike slowly moves between lanes to get to the front at a stoplight. People do it so other drivers can see them better and so the rider has more space around them."}},{"startTime":1100.8,"endTime":1105.3,"type":"term","title":"rear view mirror","url":"/glossary/rear-view-mirror","quote":"I look in my rear view mirror as someone is barreling towards me and my butthole Tucker's just a little bit okay","canonicalId":"term:rear-view-mirror","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A rear view mirror is used to monitor traffic behind you and judge closing speed. In motorcycle safety discussions, it’s often referenced because riders rely on it to spot vehicles approaching quickly while lane positioning changes.","simplifiedExplanation":"A rear view mirror helps you see what’s behind you. Riders use it to notice cars coming up fast so they can react sooner."}},{"startTime":1113.6,"endTime":1196.3,"type":"term","title":"lane splitting","url":"/glossary/lane-splitting","quote":"that's like the perfect case for why ain't splitting not splitting filtering moving up moving up to the front at a stoplight or between the car drain the lights the loud pipe save lives","canonicalId":"term:lane-splitting","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Lane splitting is when a motorcycle rides between lanes of slow or stopped traffic. It’s often discussed alongside lane filtering, but lane splitting typically implies moving through traffic flow rather than just squeezing to the front at a light.","simplifiedExplanation":"Lane splitting is when a motorcycle goes between lanes when cars are moving slowly or stopped. It’s a common debate topic because it can help visibility, but it also needs careful spacing."}},{"startTime":1150.0,"endTime":1196.3,"type":"concept","title":"safety cushion","url":"/glossary/safety-cushion","quote":"yeah I 100% agree bikes should always be up to the front so let everybody know right around your area for a safety cushion that you can be safe","canonicalId":"concept:safety-cushion","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “safety cushion” is extra space around you used to reduce the risk of a crash—especially when traffic is stopped or distracted. 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Aluminum is often used in racing because it can be lighter than steel if engineered correctly."}},{"startTime":1364.3,"endTime":1375.9,"type":"term","title":"heat treat","url":"/glossary/heat-treat","quote":"I went through like a lot of geometry processes a lot of different heat tree processes and a couple different prototypes in testing you know in terms of like tensile strength and heat treat","canonicalId":"term:heat-treat","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Heat treating is a controlled heating-and-cooling process used to change a metal’s internal structure and improve its strength and durability. For an aluminum frame, heat treatment can be critical to achieving the intended mechanical properties after fabrication.","simplifiedExplanation":"Heat treating is how you “tune” metal after it’s been worked. By heating and cooling it the right way, you can make it stronger and more reliable for a racing frame."}},{"startTime":1369.2,"endTime":1375.9,"type":"term","title":"tensile strength","url":"/glossary/tensile-strength","quote":"a couple different prototypes in testing you know in terms of like tensile strength and heat treat","canonicalId":"term:tensile-strength","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Tensile strength is the maximum stress a material can handle while being pulled before it fails. When designing a frame, checking tensile strength helps ensure the structure won’t crack or deform under racing loads.","simplifiedExplanation":"Tensile strength is basically how much pulling force a material can take before it breaks. Frame builders test this to make sure the bike can survive hard riding and racing forces."}},{"startTime":1383.7,"endTime":1398.3,"type":"term","title":"61 cubic inch 45 flathead","quote":"I've been working on this 61 cubic inch 45 flathead for some time which uh I'm side note probably the first person to ever complete that engine build start to finish and have it run at set a from what I know of I set a record","canonicalId":"term:61-cubic-inch-45-flathead","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This describes a large-displacement flathead engine build: “flathead” means the valves are in the engine block rather than overhead. “Cubic inch” is the engine’s displacement measurement, and “45” likely refers to the engine family/variant the builder is working with.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about an engine they built. A “flathead” is an older-style design where the valves sit in the engine block, and “cubic inch” tells you how big the engine is."}},{"startTime":1443.6,"endTime":1449.7,"type":"term","title":"one inch Harley front end","quote":"...adapted the steering neck to work with like one inch Harley bearing so I could put any one inch Harley front end available...","canonicalId":"term:one-inch-harley-front-end","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.62,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“One inch” here refers to a standardized front-end component size (commonly related to fork/axle or bearing sizing) that determines what parts can be fitted. Using a one-inch Harley front end lets the builder swap in available front-end assemblies while keeping the geometry consistent.","simplifiedExplanation":"The “one inch” part is about the size standard for the bike’s front-end components. It’s basically what determines which forks/front parts will fit."}},{"startTime":1464.7,"endTime":1477.2,"type":"term","title":"center of gravity","url":"/glossary/center-of-gravity","quote":"...lowered the entire frame to get a lower center of gravity knowing that a regular 45 frame has a higher center of gravity so that I could get around corners a little bit better...","canonicalId":"term:center-of-gravity","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Center of gravity is the point where a vehicle’s weight effectively acts. Lowering it generally makes the bike/car feel more stable and easier to change direction because there’s less weight transfer during cornering.","simplifiedExplanation":"Center of gravity is basically where the bike’s weight “balances.” If you lower it, the bike tends to feel steadier and easier to steer through turns."}},{"startTime":1464.7,"endTime":1470.9,"type":"term","title":"lowered the entire frame","quote":"...moved the motor mounts and lowered the entire frame to get a lower center of gravity...","canonicalId":"term:lowered-the-entire-frame","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Lowering the entire frame changes the bike’s ride height and how the chassis sits relative to the ground. That can affect cornering behavior by altering geometry and weight transfer characteristics.","simplifiedExplanation":"Lowering the frame changes how high the bike sits. That can change how it turns and feels in corners."}},{"startTime":1527.9,"endTime":1542.8,"type":"term","title":"all aluminum Harley Davidson frame","url":"/glossary/all-aluminum-harley-davidson-frame","quote":"...the world's first all aluminum Harley Davidson frame...","canonicalId":"term:all-aluminum-harley-davidson-frame","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An all-aluminum frame means the motorcycle’s main structural frame is made entirely from aluminum rather than steel. Aluminum can reduce weight and change stiffness characteristics, which affects handling and how the bike feels under load.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a motorcycle frame made entirely out of aluminum. Aluminum can make the bike lighter and can also change how stiff it feels when you ride and corner."}},{"startTime":1575.3,"endTime":1594.4,"type":"term","title":"racing cam","url":"/glossary/racing-cam","quote":"...I worked with Andrew's cams to design and create and test like the the very first uh racing cam 445...","canonicalId":"term:racing-cam","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A racing cam is a performance engine camshaft designed to change valve timing and lift for better power at specific RPM ranges. In this build, the speaker worked with Andrew’s Cams to create a first-of-its-kind racing cam and says it’s unique to their bike.","simplifiedExplanation":"A racing cam is a performance part inside the engine that helps the valves open and close in a way that can make more power. It’s tuned for certain engine speeds, not just everyday driving."}},{"startTime":1628.2,"endTime":1637.9,"type":"concept","title":"vintage outlaw racing","url":"/glossary/vintage-outlaw-racing","quote":"90 almost and they're trying to hold on to it so vintage outlaw racing especially sun's\n[1637.9s] of speed is like compiled up of like 20s 30s and 40s motorcycles","canonicalId":"concept:vintage-outlaw-racing","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Vintage outlaw racing is a style of motorcycle racing that leans into early-20th-century rules and aesthetics, often with bikes that are decades old. In this context, it’s described as a throwback to the “wild” racing culture of the 1920s–1940s, where the emphasis is on close racing and period-correct setups.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a throwback style of motorcycle racing that tries to recreate the early days of the sport. The idea is to race in a more old-school, rough-and-ready way—almost like the original era."}},{"startTime":1644.6,"endTime":1666.5,"type":"term","title":"no brakes","url":"/glossary/no-brakes","quote":"uh one of the rules is\n[1644.6s] to have no brakes um and that's a safety thing you wouldn't think so but like when you're neck\n[1654.8s] and neck with somebody like that and if they stop and tap the brakes you can't stop fast enough to\n[1661.0s] avoid a collision so if nobody can stop it kind of keeps things copacetic so you've got to roll\n[1666.5s] through","canonicalId":"term:no-brakes","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.92,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this racing format, “no brakes” means the motorcycles are built without functional braking systems. The host explains the safety logic: if two riders are neck-and-neck and one taps the brakes, the other may not be able to stop quickly enough to avoid a collision—so removing brakes forces everyone to roll through instead of braking late.","simplifiedExplanation":"They race bikes that don’t have brakes. The reason is safety: if one rider brakes suddenly while you’re right next to them, the other rider might not be able to stop in time, so the rules push everyone to keep a steady approach."}},{"startTime":1685.9,"endTime":1699.4,"type":"term","title":"single cylinders","url":"/glossary/single-cylinders","quote":"uh yeah people are racing uh j j models jd's 45s single cylinders of the 20s 30s\n[1699.4s] and 40s","canonicalId":"term:single-cylinders","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “single cylinder” engine means the motorcycle’s powerplant has one combustion chamber. The host mentions “J models, JD’s 45s single cylinders” to highlight period-correct engine architecture—these engines typically have a distinct feel and sound compared with multi-cylinder bikes."}},{"startTime":1786.6,"endTime":1801.3,"type":"concept","title":"motor drone","quote":"uh what it used\n[1794.6s] to be called was the motor drone so like that was probably the biggest sport aside from baseball\n[1801.3s] football and everything in the early 20s","canonicalId":"concept:motor-drone","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Motor drone” is presented as the earlier name for the racing scene the host is describing. It’s used to frame how popular motorcycle racing was in the early 1900s—drawing crowds from across the country.","simplifiedExplanation":"The speaker says “motor drone” was what this kind of racing was called back then. The point is that motorcycle racing was a big deal and people traveled specifically to watch."}},{"startTime":1831.3,"endTime":1838.71,"type":"concept","title":"bank track","url":"/glossary/bank-track","quote":"like they would have uh what I believe is a 45 degree bank track like Sun's Speed down in um\n[1831.3s] ","canonicalId":"concept:bank-track","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “bank track” is a track with turns that are angled (banked) so the surface helps support the bike through the corner. The host mentions a “45 degree bank track” for Sun’s Speed, which implies very steep cornering geometry that changes how riders hold speed and line through the turn.","simplifiedExplanation":"A banked track is a corner where the road is tilted. That tilt helps bikes stay on the line while they’re turning, especially at higher speeds."}},{"startTime":1860.7,"endTime":1869.5,"type":"concept","title":"murder drone","quote":"it became known as the the murder drone because like it was dangerous so dangerous that even as a spectator you could be killed","canonicalId":"concept:murder-drone","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Murder drone” is a nickname used here to describe a motorcycle/track setup that was extremely dangerous. The speaker ties it to high speeds, parts coming loose, and frequent crashes—so the term is about risk and mechanical fragility rather than any specific modern technology.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Murder drone” is just a scary nickname for something that was known to be dangerously out of control. In the story, it’s because riders were going extremely fast and things were failing."}},{"startTime":1924.6,"endTime":1933.7,"type":"term","title":"low compression","url":"/glossary/low-compression","quote":"and like the the JD motor is a 61 cubic inch motor it was a low compression engine at that time","canonicalId":"term:low-compression","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Low compression means the engine’s cylinders squeeze the mixture less before ignition. That typically reduces peak power potential, but it can improve tolerance to lower-octane fuel and reduce knocking risk—especially important in older racing eras.","simplifiedExplanation":"Low compression means the engine doesn’t squeeze the fuel-air mix as tightly before it lights. That can make the engine safer and easier to run on older fuels, even if it’s not as strong as a high-compression setup."}},{"startTime":1924.6,"endTime":1933.7,"type":"term","title":"cubic inch motor","url":"/glossary/cubic-inch-motor","quote":"and like the the JD motor is a 61 cubic inch motor it was a low compression engine at that time","canonicalId":"term:cubic-inch-motor","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “cubic inch” motor refers to engine displacement measured in cubic inches, which indicates the total volume swept by the pistons. Larger displacement often correlates with stronger torque potential, though actual output depends heavily on compression, cam timing, and tuning.","simplifiedExplanation":"Cubic inches is a way to measure engine size—how much space the pistons move through. 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