Episode 208
June 18, 2015
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Tag Archives: Motus
Episode 152: Still prettier than Repsol
Episode 152 – Still prettier than Repsol
July 23, 2013
Not just anyone can own and wear deer skin on their hands. No, wait… that’s not right. Anyone can. All you need to do is buy some Tour Master gloves. And that’s what Chris did. Again. Frustrated with affordable summer gloves that fit is oddly shaped mutant mitts, he went with what he knows and got another pair of Tour Masters. And he likes it that way!
Is Yamaha’s new parallel twin engine too big? Only James knows for sure. But he’s loving the new KTM390, so that should give you an idea. And speaking of right sized… Motus unveils the final production machines, and at almost 1700CCs of torquey monster power, surely that’s the right size to get it done, right?
The guys wrap up the show by giving props to a very, very cool Ryca conversion on a $500 Craigslist Savage. Check out the pictures, but don’t get too close. It’s a Lycan, after all.
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News:
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Feedback:
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John Ryder – Which bike for a tall guy?
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Arno Jansen – What’s high mileage for a bike?
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Stuart Watson – Chris, get a BMW!
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Daniel Short – The Lycan, a Ryca conversion.
Episode 129: I didn’t read that article
Episode 129: I didn’t read that article
October 14, 2012
This week, while James is off exploring the wilds of corporate travel, Chris enlists the help of his friend John, an MSF instructor, long time rider and track day junkie, to help keep the show on track (pun!). In true Pace Podcast form, many a rathole was visited, and many a tangent was… tangentalized.
Discussion: Low speed turn
- slowturn.gif (counter balance example)
- COL_GettingThere_2315.jpg (counter balance example)
- IMG_24411.jpg (counter balance example)
Links:
- John McKown’s Facebook profile – https://www.facebook.com/johnmckown
News:
- Layoffs at Mission. No longer making bikes, but rather supplying OEM parts.
- The FZ8 survives for another year with minor updates
- The Street 3 and Street 3 R get some love
- Yamaha’s Crossplane Triple Concept
- CBR 500
- Motus updates for 2013
Theme song by Raoul Lowe
Episode 115: The Dirty Ninja
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- Honda confirms the CRF250L for the States
- The IIHS lists 2012 motorcycles with ABS
- Spy shots of a Moto Guzzi something or other
- Motus gets more dealers
- Ben Schilling mounts an iPhone and has a little trouble attaching his Sena SMH10 to his helmet
- Christian Aasland mentions Blackstone Labs
- The Archive Feeds are here
- Opening music: ‘No Way’ by Kunk
Episode 107: It’s weather prooth.
Episode 107: It’s weather prooth.
March 25, 2012
March 25, 2012
This week the guys bring you a plethora of… well, they talk a lot. Home modified iPhone mounts. GPS it with Navigon: redux. James’ Sena saga may finally be over. Here’s hoping. April is the AMA’s Get Out And Ride Month, which means The Pace’s loyal listeners are just doing what they do every day. Right? RIGHT? Get out and ride. Go on, get out of here, kid.
Triumph is 110 years old. Bonnie doesn’t look a day over 60, and man oh man, does she wear it well. Want to get an idea of how you’ll sit on a couple of hundred bikes? Hit up Cycle-Ergo.com and check out the comparisons. Very nice feature. Armored underwear is awesome, and Knox has what you need.
The guys follow up the news with some listener questions and feedback.
News:
- April is AMA “Get out and ride†month
- Hello, Bonny. 110 years of Triumph
- http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/2012/triumph-bonneville-110th-anniversary-edition
- http://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/motorcycles/range/classics/bonneville/special/14230
- Cycle-Ergo site. Compare ergonomics on various bikes
- Finally, “under armor†that lives up to the name
Listener questions:
- Roland Cannon – Regarding tubeless tire changes: What’s necessary?
- James from MA – What sport-tour(able) bike should replace the CBR?
Links:
- Bead Breaker
- Video – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWcMGnISWQM
- Product – http://www.amazon.com/Motion-Pro-Tire-Bead-Breaker/dp/B005HMMKGI
- Home made – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HISTC-sC0o
- Rim protector
- Cycle Hill tire changer
- Navigon
- Knox Venture shirt
Feedback:
- Roland Cannon on the Motus
- James from MA on the Motus, the Sena and the Adirondacks
- Doug Kneissl follows up on the Xena alarm system
- Jason Santos on the “woopsie†moments we all have
- Colin Magnusson comments on Audi buying Ducati
Theme music is No Way by Kunk
Episode 106: Nothing Short of World Domination!
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- Motus announces pricing starting at $31,000. That’s not a typo. That’s THIRTY ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS.
- Press Kit (This is a direct link to zip file download)
- Willie G. gets a gold watch
- Moto Guzzi’s new California 1400
- Piaggio’s new design center in Pasadena, CA
- Audi courting Ducati?
- MD’s take on modern motorcycle ergos
- STA-BIL fuel stabilizer
- Listener’s Links
- David Austin points us towards a suzukisavage.com post on petcock diagnostics by way of our Facebook page
- Chad Bolling tells us about Yamaha scooter fuel pump issues and suggests zumaforums.net as a resource
- Doug Kneissl shares some pics of his new Cycle Shell
- Dave Shupe tells us about a ride in the Poconos to benefit the Boy Scouts of America. You can find the pledge sheet here if you’re local and interested.
- Opening music
- No Way, by Kunk
Episode 105: Pretty accessible for a niche
Episode 105 – Pretty accessible for a niche
March 11, 2012
March 11, 2012
This week James and Chris discuss a whole bunch o’ things and stuff… Including Chris’s review of Sliders Jeans, version 4. They’re generously cut in both width and length. You want stuff? And things? Be sure to check Ultimate Motorcycling’s 2012 Buyer’s Guide. It’s like porn for bikers… but without the porn. Motus Motorcycles is planning on releasing new information – including PRICING – at Daytona this week. Chances are good that by the time you listen to this, Motus may have already released pricing. Very exciting! Hero to the rescue! For Ducati, that is. Ducati is for sale, and Hero Motors of India is eyeing them up. Could it be? And finally, got a sticky or tricky zipper? Try waxing it. Seriously.
At the end of the show The Gear Chic drops in to give us some more tips and advice, so be sure to hang around for that. And if you have any questions or comments for Joanne, be sure to hit her up directly at joanne@thegearchic.com.
From the MFG on Slider’s Jeans
Sliders 4.0 Kevlar Jeans provide the comfort and look of your favorite pair of jeans, but with the added protection of genuine DuPont Kevlar. Sliders Motorcycle Jeans use a generous amount of Kevlar, with coverage in the knees, shins, seat, and sides of your legs and hips. Sliders also gives you the option of using CE rated knee armor, with 3 position pockets so you can get the knee armor to sit in just the right spot. With a relaxed fit, Sliders Jeans are very comfortable both on and off the bike, and are constructed of a durable 13.5oz denim. Sliders Riding Jeans are sold by waist and inseam sizes, just like normal jeans. Check them out at Competition Accessories today!
Links:
- Chris reviews the new Sliders jeans from Competition Accessories
- Ultimate Motorcycling’s 2012 buyer’s guide. Bikes, tires, watches, riding gear… it’s like a porn catalog for riders.
- Clean and lubricate your zippers with wax – never would have thought of this
- Motus to release pricing and dealer plans at Daytona
- http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/2012/motus-to-2012-daytona-bike-week-video
- From their website: “We will announce final pricing, options, and full production specifications for the MST as we wrap up development and testing. We are working with key suppliers to keep the MSRP affordable for a wide range of riders. Please stay tuned and thank you for your patience.â€
- Hero interested in Ducati
Listener Submissions:
- Ryan Hettenbach asks about portable/foldup trailers, particularly this one
- http://www.ebay.com/itm/Frame-Style-Motorcycle-Folding-Trailer-Carrier-fits-in-a-Trunk-Bag-/160651175850?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item25678e67aa&vxp=mtr
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Hey guys. I stumbled on this trailer on Ebay. I wanted to ask you or your listeners if they knew anything about or have any experience with it. I think it would be a good compliment to my new Kia Soul and the very rare times that I actually need to tow a bike. This one looks like it’s “made in China” and I can only really find it available on Ebay. Any help or info you can give would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Feedback:
- Chad Bolling
- Christopher Ashmore
- Nathan Godwin
- Mike Ocock
Episode 71: I Wouldn’t Hear it While I’m Being Incinerated
This is the part where we write a little paragraph that tells you what we talked about in this weeks show. And it goes a little somethin’ like this…
Motus is making more noise, Chris got some new stuff, Leicester County in the U.K. is giving away retina burning backpacks and Chip Yeats goes really fast on an electric bike. We got a boat load of feedback from Denver Conway, David Laniuk, Ryan Hettenbach, Brian Medley, Ben Island and Mike Sandler. Thank you all.
We talked a little bit about my review of the Cycle Gear branded knock-offs of the CRG mirrors. That review was written before I moved my page to a new platform and it didn’t survive the transition very well. I’ll post those links once I get it fixed but here’s the big take away: You get what you pay for.
We also talked about what we’re going to talk about next week. We’d really like your help with that. You can find the Craftsman Experience presents Erik Buell Racing video below. What do think all of this means for EBR as it relates to street bikes?
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- Opening music by KunK