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Brian 'n' Neil both know it: Jordan's the main voice this round. Jordan summarizes the exciting story of George Wyman's famous 1903 motorcycle trip across the United States. He explains his early days as a bicycle racer, endurance rides in Australia and the events that led to his hist...

Joanne and Maggie are steerin' the ship this round. One main topic is how each got started riding motorcycles. The Gear Chic exclaims that her husband is responsible while Maggie Dean owns up to her modular entry.

If Joanne's husband hadn't taken a careful, step-by-step approach (and b...

Brian never gets tired of tire questions. He reminds listeners not to panic or call a lawyer just because their knobby tires look strange or have odd black lines (hint: it's science, not sabotage). He also explores the mental side of riding, sharing lessons about ego and why it's impo...

Robin is away this month building MotorcycleTraining.us! With that, Brian welcomes guest host Neil Sullivan to answer a tough listener question about choosing between Triumph's 400 Speed and Scrambler. Brian's answer: buy the bike your wife prefers.

And welcome, Neal! With his relaxed,...

Brian and Robin recorded their road trip to Blackhawk Farms Raceway for another track day. Brian wants to reinforce what he learned during his first event last year. Robin's looking to improve smoothness of form.

Joanne fields a gear request about gauntlet gloves. Her goal is to provid...

Robin talks tires and track safety. His take on risk management while cornering encourages riders to keep their mind in check. We can always come back to the simple joy of riding (and the importance of smiling).

Brian wants to remind everyone to replace those valve stems before they ca...

Brian's fixing the seat on his old Suzuki GS 850. He's also looking for that tool in his tool roll that can only be found (in its correct location) after buying a replacement. His take on tires keeps the conversation moving, even if his right boot is a little wet.

Robin is getting read...

Robin looks at air box mods and the tricky world of used bike prices. Fresh from a Wisconsin ride, he wants to reclaim his midwestern mojo post bird collision. He also drops advice on tires, shifting issues and helmet noise.

Brian offers insights on gear and the mechanics of shifting. ...

Robin kicks things off with a hello from Wisconsin. He then cites misconceptions about offering professional development during any TRO motorcycle tour. Naysayers like "Al" think it's all gimmicky rubbish.

Brian shares about his dual-sport weekend in the Smokies, painting a vivid pictu...

Robin is travelling from New Mexico to Wisconsin just in time to lead TRO's 777 tour. He's navigating the Santa Fe trail, indulging in junk food and whiskey as he anticipates joining tenured podcast co-host Travis Burleson for a number of rides. His riding preferences have changed ove...

Robin rambles about recent rides and updates. He's made a few tweaks to TRO's suspension sag calculator, showcasing how correct measurements achieve optimal performance. He's fascinated with the possibility of electronic cruise control for his GSX-8R and may eventually add it for grea...

Robin explores plans for a DIY trailer project so he won't be tied to specific sites in New Mexico under storage limitations. He's eyeing sub-$1k options but figures the shipping might cost as much as a mid-range motorcycle itself. In his hunt for budget-friendly ways to store motorcy...

From frostburn to sunbite, it's all about the rides that have significantly impacted our motorcycle knowledge and experience. Brian, Robin and Joanne deep dive into the machines and journeys that shaped their riding worlds. Brian points to a Suzuki GS850G and the off-road lessons of a...

The team zeroes in on prep tips for your first sport touring ride. Start small, keep it simple and plan that first overnight escape without complication. You don't wanna wrestle gear instead of feelin' the breeze.

Juggling their favorite caffeination concentration (no mushroom coffee h...

Robin and Brian swap stories about the latest in bike modifications and the quirks that come with mixing gear from different brands. Robin wrestles with transforming his GSX-8R (https://www.google.com/search?q=gsx-8r&tbm=isch) into a sport-touring machine due to compatibility issues b...

Brian and Robin look at what it takes to rediscover riding skills after you've been away from the bike for a bit. When re-entry riders return, it's crucial to reevaluate the dusty gear of yesteryear. Joanne enlightens us on how clinging to old helmets and boots from 2005 might prove r...

Robin acquires a Suzuki GSX-8R and details a planned luggage kit. There are plenty of (incorrect) shoutouts to the supportive staff at Kelly's Kawasaki in Mesa, Arizona. Brian takes on a suspension upgrade for his KLR, noting improvements in ride performance even in icy conditions.

Joa...

Robin's happy the Triumph is sold, hinting at the purchase of a brand new SV650 for Maggie. New to TRO tours ... gas food and lodging are included! This eases complications with handling multiple transactions mid-travel.

Listener questions tackle uncertainties about continued riding, a...

Robin's goin' after wireless heated gear while targeting RV propane leaks. Brian's dealing with snow outside and catching up on maintenance. Both discuss the simple pleasures of broken suspension springs.

Banter points to turn signals, exhaust fumes and molten plastic. Solutions get to...