Adventure Rider Radio – Motorcycle Podcast
Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling
Updated 1 day agoAdventure Rider Radio is the original adventure motorcycle podcast, established in 2014 and now the world’s longest-running show dedicated to adventure motorcycling. It features in-depth conversations, real-world stories, and expert insight from the people who ride, explore, and shape the adventure motorcycling world. Hosted by Jim Martin and released weekly, the show brings you experienced riders, trainers, industry professionals, and long-distance travelers sharing hard-earned lessons about riding skills, motorcycle travel, trip planning, bike setup, gear, and the realities of life on two wheels. From remote expeditions to rider development and decision-making on the road, Adventure Rider Radio goes beyond surface-level talk to explore the thinking, preparation, and experience behind adventure motorcycling.
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How a Free Motorcycle Changed Me Forever - Dustin Nere
Dustin Nere wasn’t interested in travel, he’d barely stepped foot out of the United States. Instead he did what he thought he was supposed to do, buy a house, get married. But, things started to change for Dustin when friends gave him a 2003 DR650 and he started going on short rides with them on weekends. Then came the overnight trips and riding the Backcountry Discovery Routes. After a divorce he had more time to ride, took a longer trip and then found himself hooked. He left his dream job, sold his house and truck and then headed to Alaska and just kept going. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Gibb River Road Adventure - Kimberly, Western Australia
In the North West of Australia, lays the Kimberly Wilderness area and that’s where the famous Gibb River Road is found. The Gibb River Road is part of the Savannah Way road trip which crosses north Australia and is well known as a four wheel drive route, rugged and scenic, remote and sparsely serviced, and for this group of riders it’s also excellent adventure motorcycle country. Mike Beaton, Nevin Wittber and Ben Wittber share a common interest of motorcycles and adventure riding. Over the years they’ve refined their ride into a sort of well oiled machine, everything from route planning on a phone app, to repair gear and parts, and the correct amount of fuel and water required. Each team member has responsibilities, and they are all on the same travel page, meaning they know how to ride together, in fact they even have rules for when to fuel and when to stop, and before you think this is going too far, you have to realize that this works for them. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Changing Up the Ride With an Extra Wheel
We recently did an episode about sidecars and how they changed the ride, but there are other ways of adding a third wheel that not only changes the ride but adds extra benefits that may just suit your style. Curious? So were we, so we talked with Friso Stolk who founded Trail Tail, a company that manufactures a single wheel on and off-road trailer, as well as Martin Éthier from Can-Am about something we’re seeing on the roads more often, the three wheeled Spyder. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Moment Collectors - Sam Manicom
It seems lately we are inundated with pessimism and yet there are still countless inspirational stories being told around the world. Many of these stories come from travellers whose experiences on the road have made a huge difference in their lives. And sometimes there comes that one single defining moment, like a lightening bolt, when they realize why they’re doing what they’re doing. It’s often called an ‘aha moment’, that moment when they suddenly recognize the value that something or someone has put in to their life. These moments are usually emotional and impactful, and will always be remembered. Sam Manicom, adventurer and author of four popular motorcycle travel books, has put together a collage of twenty authors who each share one of the most significant moments in their travels and he calls it The Moment Collectors. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Rider Skills: 5 Minute Slow Speed Exercises - Clinton Smout
There is no doubt that practice improves our riding skills, but sometimes life gets in the way and then throw in weekend rides, how do you find time to set up practice sessions? On this episode of our exclusive RIDER SKILLS program we’re going to set you up with a number of slow speed practice exercises that you can do just about any time you have a few minutes. Perhaps when you’re waiting to meet up with someone or maybe you can scoot outside for a few minutes before dinner, the point is these are so easy to set up that you can do them almost anywhere and practising these skills will definitely make you a better rider. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Trouble at the Bolivian Border - Michnus and Elsebie Olivier
Michnus and Elsebie Olivier have remained on the road during the entire two year pandemic, and so far they have managed to navigate rather successfully the world of COVID travel. They have done it by being extremely diligent, aware and proactive in their travel plans. They always keep up to date on what is happening and figuring out ways to adapt to changes in the countries they have been in. Recently, they found themselves in danger of losing their motorcycles at the Bolivia border. This story not only illustrates the unpredictability of traveling during unprecedented times but it also speaks to a type of perseverance - a traveler perseverance - a type of resolve that some travelers learn through their experience on the road, when they run into seemingly unsurmountable roadblocks and manage to find ways to get through. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Sidecars in Motion - What's the Attraction?
Riding a sidecar outfit is completely different from riding on two wheels, you could say like riding a horse of a different color. And some riders either love riding with a sidecar or simply find that it just suits their needs. Perhaps age, disability, visibility, pets, storage or stability are some of the reasons that come in to play when choosing to ride with a sidecar. And although many of us may never choose to give up two wheels, aren’t you just a little bit curious as to what it would be like to ride a sidecar outfit? How would you know until you try it? To find out more we talked with renowned motorcycle safety instructor David Hough, Jay from DMC Sidecars and Lee Coltharp who is the South Central Regional Director of the United Sidecar Association. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Learning Through Life and Motorcycle Experiences
In this past year, we’ve interviewed many riders who have all contributed greatly to the show by sharing their experiences and the things they’ve learned while travelling, including Ted Simon, Lisa and Simon Thomas and many others. To wrap up 2021 we’ve decided to share some snippets of their knowledge to reflect and inspire, and also in the hopes that maybe we can learn a little something from someone else’s experience. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Rider Skills: How To Ride Rocks - Shawn Thomas
Riding a motorcycle over rocks present all kinds of challenges for the rider and as they get bigger, so does the challenge. On this episode we have instructor Shawn Thomas and he’ll be breaking down rocks - riding rocks into manageable pieces for the average rider and hopefully changing them from what you see as obstacles to overcome in to some seriously fun riding. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Coast to Coast - Trans America Trail on Electric Zero Motorcycle
After three years of dreaming and planning, Kevin and Amy Edwards rode the incredible Trans America Trail coast to coast, Kevin on his Zero DSR motorcycle and with his wife Amy on her WR250R. While electric motorcycle travel has become a lot easier, being able to go from charger to charger on most routes, remote riding presents more challenges, and charging on route was one of the trials that they faced. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Riding the Right Track - Steve Molinelli
Steve Molinelli had what the outside world saw as a successful life, one that was heavily centred around motorcycling. But, when his local track was shut down his world fell into a downward spiral when the focus he had on motorcycles with replaced with something destructive - addiction. On the path to healing he once again found motorcycles and his passion for bikes helped him to get his life back together. He’s learned just how powerful it is for him to focus on the motorcycle as a way of riding on the right track. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Average Motorcyclist - Tim Randall
We’ve had some incredible travellers on this podcast and have been regaled with tales of adventure to far off and exotic places, trips around the world and years spent exploring on motorcycles. And while we are inspired by those stories and dream of going to these places when we close our eyes at night, it simply isn’t the reality for many riders who have families, jobs or bills to pay. So, that means that for the average motorcyclist, adventure usually happens closer to home. On this episode, tips on shorter trips from an experienced rider. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Rider Skills: How a Motorcycle Clutch Works and How Much Abuse it Can Take
When maneuvering at low speeds, slipping the clutch on your motorcycle is an essential skill with a manual clutch. Most riders learn that if you slip the clutch too much you can wear it out quickly, so why do riding instructors tell you that you need to slip the clutch? On this episode of Rider Skills we talk with Clinton Smout about clutches, how they work, warning signs that you’re abusing your clutch and more. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
What You Should be Wearing Under Moto Gear May Surprise You
The motorcycle industry offers many choices of underlayers for motorcycle gear. Different models, materials, and thickness. And it would make sense that the more layers you have, the more protection, especially if those layers were abrasion resistant. And when the manufacturer designed the gear to protect you - what did they imagine you were gong to wear underneath? What is the bare minimum you should wear under your jacket and pants? If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
This is Totally Absurd - Keith Futcher
It all started when Keith Futcher saw a glossy photo in a glossy magazine that ignited a desire to ride a motorcycle to the Sahara to see a sunrise. Except Keith didn’t own a motorcycle, neither did his brother or his friend, both of whom were planning to go with him. Furthermore, they had no riding experience, and certainly none off-road, in fact none of them even possessed a licence to ride a motorcycle. In addition to all that, Keith would be 70 and still they made a plan to ride into the African desert - it was the real deal. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Saying Their Good-Byes to Kenya and on to New Adventures - Tim and Marisa Notier
A few years ago, Tim and Marisa set out to explore the world, they travelled through North and South America, then headed to Africa. When the pandemic hit and many travellers headed home, Tim and Marisa decided to stick it out, so they found a good place to stay and became locals in Kenya. But, as things dragged on and remained locked down, their visas expired and their route was cut off, so they returned to the United States. And that’s where we caught up with Tim and Marisa, preparing for the next leg of their adventure. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Skulls and Close Calls
Michnus and Elsie Olivier from PikiPiki Overland are in the thick of things in Oaxaca, Mexico awaiting the celebrations of Day of the Dead. They share their experiences and knowledge of this fantastic celebration for those who have passed away. We also look back on stories of adventure riders who found themselves in risky circumstances but lived to tell the tale. If you've enjoyed this episode please consider supporting this show by going to adventureriderradio.com/support and also check out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode see the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Rider Skills: Riding 2-Up Off-Road with Bill Dragoo
Even if you don’t ride 2-up chances are if you ride with others, or are inclined to help someone in need, you may end up having to put someone on the back off your bike at some point. Maybe while riding off-road with friends, someone’s bike breaks down and they need a ride out to get help. If you have the skills, you suddenly become a rescuer, if you don’t have those skills, well - it’s a different scenario all together. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A Different Kind of Passenger - Jess and Greg Stone
After an eight month trip around South America, Jess and Greg Stone fell in love with Guatemala. They moved there in 2016 and adopted a German Shepherd that has since been a regular passenger on the back of Jess’s bike on a custom made carrier. They’re now planning a new adventure, a ride around the world with their dog, Moxie. We talked to Jess and Greg about their upcoming trip and what it’s like to travel and ride with a dog on the back of the bike. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
GEARING UP: Soft Luggage vs Hard Luggage - The Essential Pannier
Hard or soft luggage has always been a hotly debated topic for motorcyclists, and of course, everyone has an opinion. And while each has its pros and cons, it’s ultimately up to the rider what suits them best. And to help you make that decision we talked to some industry pros and some experienced travellers, not to sway you in one direction or another, but to find out what you should consider and also what alternatives are available. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Overcoming Limitations Through Motorcycling - Kathleen Terner
When Kathleen Terner first got on a motorcycle with her future husband, she instantly fell in love with riding and she spent four years on the back of his bike until the relationship ended. But, her love for motorcycling didn’t wane and she was determined to still ride and take cross-country trips, so she got her motorcycle license and bought a bike. After the divorce and recovering from throat cancer, Kathleen decided to go on a solo trip, one that would change her life as she overcame her fear of being alone and the limitations that caused her to doubt herself. She turned her motorcycle in to the wind and discovered that life was good. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
A Rocket Scientist Explains What Really Happens With Peg Weighting
Some riders say that peg weighting doesn’t matter, that the physics of weighting the motorcycle with your feet doesn’t change from one peg to the other. On this episode, we have celebrated off-road racer and renowned rider trainer, Chris Birch, and physicist and rocket scientist, Mark Nesbit, a former space craft designer from the European Space Agency, to work through the physics of what really happens when we weight the peg in a corner and it’s not what you think. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Rider Skills: The Turn Around - Clinton Smout
When you see a group of motorcyclists getting ready to ride away after a break, you can be pretty sure that in that group, in any group really, you’ll probably see a few that haven’t got the hang of ‘The Turn Around’, especially in dirt. It becomes more obvious especially if they have to change directions, but even the slightest direction change at low speed can cause problems for many riders. On this episode of our exclusive RIDER SKILLS©, mastering ‘The Turn Around’ with instructor, Clinton Smout. To support this show go to adventureriderradio.com/support and by checking out our sponsors. Follow Adventure Rider Radio: Facebook: AdventureRiderRadio Instagram: @adventureriderradio Twitter: @ADVRiderRadio For more on this episode go to the show notes at Adventure Rider Radio. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Life is an Adventure - Kelvin and Suzie Prevett
Kelvin and Suzie Prevett met through a biker meet up app, and they were clear from the onset that neither was interested in a relationship. But, within a couple of months they realized they had fallen for each other. One thing led to another and soon they were planning their trip to South America. When a friend asked when they were going to take the plunge and go on the journey they were talking about, they took a leap of faith and booked their flights and the two year adventure began. More motorcycle travel episodes available on Adventure Rider Radio at adventureriderradio.com. Want to help out? Subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes or on your favourite podcast app, tell your family, friends, riding buddies or club about ARR. Adventure Rider Radio is a listener supported show and we'd love to get your help. Please check us out on Patreon. Have a comment? Go to the episode show notes on our website and have your say at the bottom of the page. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Motorcycle Musings: Chris Carter - Motion Pro
Chris Carter started riding motorcycles back in the 1960’s when he was a teenager, in 1968 he started riding trials and then moved on to motocross and off-road racing. After working in the powersports industry for many years, he founded Motion Pro in 1984, selling motorcycle cables for a Taiwanese manufacturer, and a few years later a tool line was added. Chris talks about some of the ways that motorcycles has made his life a grand experience. and he has more than a few good stories to tell. More motorcycle travel episodes available on Adventure Rider Radio at adventureriderradio.com. Want to help out? Subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes or on your favourite podcast app, tell your family, friends, riding buddies or club about ARR. Adventure Rider Radio is a listener supported show and we'd love to get your help. Please check us out on Patreon. Have a comment? Go to the episode show notes on our website and have your say at the bottom of the page. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★