Mark and Drew discuss the various Dual Sport motorcycles currently available at dealerships, good deals on gems in the used markets, the ideal dual sport bikes for overlanding travel, the best performance dual sport, the best value dual sport, and more.
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Bike List
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Shootout Sheet (excel in zip file)
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What's in your motorcycle dream garage? If you have $50k to spend at one dealership, what would you buy? What bike would you choose from each riding segment, but never the same brand twice? Aled Morgan joins Drew to debate these scenarios and more.
Mark and Drew spend an hour recapping Red River Scramble 2025 and then transition into a discussion about hand signals, how to manage a large group on the road and on the “trails”, where to stop, and general group riding dynamics across various terrain.
At some point on a ride, the plan goes out the window and type 2 fun begins. Mark and Drew define type 2 fun, discuss various type 2 fun experiences, and how to adapt and enjoy type 2 fun, among other topics.
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Motorcycling is typically a group or community affair, but at some point, taking a ride by yourself is necessary on several fronts. Mark and Drew discuss how the evolution takes place, the pros and cons of riding solo, and how to make solo riding more comfortable.
Who are the top four most influential people in the motorcycle space? Mark and Drew debate the most influential racers, movie stars, engineers, and enthusiasts who would be worthy of being placed on the "Mount Rushmore of motorcycles."
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Mark joins Drew to unpack all of the different varieties of motorcycle luggage, from saddlebags, panniers, tail bags, top boxes, tank bags, and all the accessories.
Andrew is the owner-operator of Nashville Moto Repair. Andrew tells us about his journey from corporate automotive engineer to online education to vintage motorcycle shop owner. He takes us on a deep dive into Ural Motorcycle's history and the visceral experience of operating a sidecar.
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The middleweight ADV market is very hot right now with lots of options for every kind of rider. Mark and Drew discuss the merits and their experience with various options on the market now, along with choosing the best bike for different shoppers in the middleweight segment.
Check out some stat sheet racing at the long below:
KC Elkins, custom motorcycle builder and cross-country racer joins us again to tell us about the upcoming Kentucky Moto Fest rally September 26-28.
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Buying a motorcycle is one thing; understanding all the costs that go into owning and operating a motorcycle is a few dollars more. Mark and Drew discuss all the "hidden" costs of riding a motorcycle, especially a Dual-Sport or ADV motorcycle.
Drew put 2,000 miles on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 over the last 4 weeks, including riding through Rural Ohio, the Southern Ohio Adventure Loop (SOAL), the Bluegrass Region Adventure Passageway (BRAP), and the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway (DBBB). Mark interviews Drew about the specs and experience of riding the Himmy in all of these conditions and how it stacks up against the ADV market.
YouTube series
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Gary Goodwin is the Owner Operator of USA Motortoys, importer of Kove USA and GPX Moto. If you've been interested in having a street-legal 450 Dakar Rally bike, this is your chance to hear the details behind those bikes, the Kove 800X Pro and 800X Rally among others.
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A listener requested a "How to prepare for Red River Scramble" episode and here it is. Mark and Drew unpack the who, what, when, where, why of Red River Scramble, what to expect, where to be, and the secret to a good time.
Check out the website for more detailsRed River Scramble | The Bluegrass Adventure Rally
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Check out other good episodes we mentionedEP78: Riding Gear - Moto Adventurer Unscripted | Podcast on SpotifyEP90: Motorcycle Tool Kits by Moto Adventurer Unscripted
Paul Pelland is a long-distance rider that's been fighting MS for 13 years. Paul has competed in the Iron Butt Rally, set several world records on a motorcycle, and has dedicated years of his life to raise money for MS research in search of a cure. Paul tells us about his experience with riding with MS, long-distance riding strategies, and the different bikes he's put hundreds of thousands of miles on.
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Mark and Drew talk about the various taboo subjects and behaviors in the motorcycle community; from how dudes randomly take a leak on the roadside, to stripping down and changing in random parking lots, to passing on double yellow in group rides.
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Adam Owens is the founder of Green Chile Adventure Gear. Green Chile specializes in American-made motorcycle luggage solutions along with various tools and accessories. Adam tells us about starting the company with a business partner he'd never actually met in person, the importance of ruggedness and quality, lessons as an entrepreneur, and lots more.
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Andy Janik from Heavy Enduro tells us about the skills foundation needed for riding adventure motorcycles off-road, or any motorcycle for that matter. The Podcast begins with Andy's recent travels out west, talking about the performance of their new Kove 800, and then he dives into the essential skills and training riders should practice to get the most out of ADV riding.
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As a massive heat wave smothers the East Coast, Mark and Drew cover gear, accessories, bike setup, and strategies for staying cool when the mercury rises.
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Richard Worsham is the CEO and Founder of Janus Motorcycles. Richard tells us about graduating from college with a degree in architecture, joining a moped gang, and deciding it seemed like a good time to start a motorcycle company. For folks unfamiliar with Janus, their motorcycles are a refreshing rebirth of analog machines. Richard walks us through the full evolution of their machines, including design inspirations, EPA certification, and Amish hand-built construction. Yes, you read that last part right.
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