The Racer X Podcast Network

A podcast from Jason Weigandt and the editorial staff of Racer X Illustrated and Racer X Online covering motocross, supercross, and dirt bike culture.

Exhaust #288: Indianapolis Supercross Post-Race Press Conference 03/10/2025

Exhaust #288: Indianapolis Supercross Post-Race Press Conference Jason Weigandt shares some quick post-race thoughts from Indianapolis and round nine of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, part of the SMX World Championship, and then comes the press conference audio from the podium finishers in each class. Hear what Cooper Webb, Justin Cooper, Chase Sexton, and Seth Hammaker, Tom Vialle, and Haiden Deegan had to say. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35605775

Exhaust #287: Daytona Supercross Post-Race Press Conference 03/02/2025

Exhaust #287: Daytona Supercross Post-Race Press Conference Jason Weigandt shares some quick post-race thoughts from Daytona and round eight of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, part of the SMX World Championship, and then comes the press conference audio from the podium finishers in each class, including SMX Next. Hear what Ken Roczen, Cooper Webb, Aaron Plessinger, RJ Hampshire, Tom Vialle and Seth Hammaker had to say, plus Landen Gordon, Enzo Temmerman and Jesson Turner. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35499975

Exhaust #286: Arlington Supercross Post-Race Press Conference 02/23/2025

Exhaust #286: Arlington Supercross Post-Race Press Conference Enjoy the audio from an unforgettable night in Arlington, Texas, as the top three riders in both classes discuss Monster Energy AMA Supercross in Arlington, Texas. Featuring Cooper Webb, Ken Roczen, Chase Sexton, Haiden Deegan, Coty Schock and Michael Mosiman. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrackSchool and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35394440

Exhaust #285: Detroit Supercross Post-Race Press Conference 02/16/2025

Exhaust #285: Detroit Supercross Post-Race Press Conference Cooper Webb, Ken Roczen, Chase Sexton, Levi Kitchen, Max Anstie and RJ Hampshire discuss an unusual day in Detroit, with red flag restarts, last-to-podium charges and a battle to the wire in both classes. Jason Weigandt hosts the podcast with Haley Shanley hosting the presser. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrack School and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35301290

Exhaust #284: Baylor, Russell, Girroir Talk GNCC 2025 02/13/2025

Exhaust #284: Baylor, Russell, Girroir Talk GNCC 2025 The Progressive Grand National Cross Country season is here, and Jason Weigandt teamed up with RacerTV.com analyst Johnny Gallagher to speak with three of the biggest names in off-road: current GNCC Champion Johnny Girroir, fan-favorite Steward Baylor, and returning GNCC GOAT Kailub Russell. Hear one hour of GNCC talk from this trio as the series kicks off this weekend with the VP Racing Fuels Big Buck GNCC in South Carolina. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrackSchool and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35275050

Exhaust #283: Tampa SX Post Race Press Conference 02/09/2025

Exhaust #283: Tampa SX Post Race Press Conference An all-time feel-good win for Malcolm Stewart highlights the post-race press conference for Monster Energy AMA Supercross in Tampa, Florida. Jason Weigandt brings you the Racer X Exhaust podcast with the full press conference audio. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35208505

Exhaust #282: Tampa 250SX East Press Conference 02/07/2025

Exhaust #282: Tampa 250SX East Press Conference Enjoy the audio from the 30-minute 250SX East pre-season press conference in Monster Energy AMA Supercross. Featuring Tom Vialle, RJ Hampshire, Levi Kitchen, Cameron McAdoo, Max Anstie, Pierce Brown, Austin Forkner, and Chance Hymas. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35192160

Exhaust #281: Where Riders Actually Gain Time (LitPro Data Science Explains) 02/06/2025

Exhaust #281: Where Riders Actually Gain Time (LitPro Data Science Explains) Jason Weigandt is joined by Arich Knaub and Richard Zinn to learn where riders gain and lose time on a supercross track. Even if all the top riders jump the same jumps, there's still much to gained. Chase Sexton made up .8 seconds on Ken Roczen at Glendale with the exact same jump sequence! Jett Lawrence was a tenth faster than Sexton in a corner at Anaheim 2. LitPro is a GPS tracking device you can mount on your bike, and the company's App and social media has been breaking down small sections to figure out where the stars make time. Weege chats up the data science guys to get more detail. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrack School and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35179645

Exhaust #280: Glendale Supercross Press Conference 02/02/2025

Exhaust #280: Glendale Supercross Press Conference Chase Sexton, Cooper Webb, Ken Roczen, Jordon Smith, Haiden Deegan and Cole Davies stepped to the podium and then into the press conference in SuperMotocross and Monster Energy AMA Supercross in Glendale Arizona. Hear what they had to say, along with the top three riders in SMX Next -- Supercross. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35115055

Exhaust #279: SMX Next - Supercross Preview 01/30/2025

Exhaust #279: SMX Next - Supercross Preview Mitch Kendra is joined by Racer X contributors Cody Darr and Travis Delnicki to preview the SMX Next - Supercross program for 2025. Originally named "SX Futures" the program has been relabeled as "SMX Next - Supercross" for 2025, still with the same goal: preparing riders for Monster Energy AMA Supercross. The SMX Next – Supercross program allows top A and B level amateur riders the opportunity to compete in simulated pro day. Racing on the pro track—on Saturday—under the lights and on TV, this is a steppingstone before jumping into the deep end of the pro supercross ranks. Listen as the trio breaks down the 2025 schedule, Glendale SX entry list, riders to watch, “graduates” of the current program, and more. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35090680

Exhaust #278 Anaheim 2 Post Race Press Conference 01/26/2025

Exhaust #278 Anaheim 2 Post Race Press Conference The top three riders in both classes speak on their night at the third round of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, at Angel Stadium. Jett Lawrence, Ken Roczen, Jason Anderson, Haiden Deegan, Julien Beaumer and Cole Davies head to the stage to speak with host Hayley Shanley and the assembled media. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/35012750

Exhaust #277: San Diego SX Post Race Press Conference 01/19/2025

Exhaust #277: San Diego SX Post Race Press Conference Tomac, Lawrence, Webb, Beaumer, Smith, Deegan talk round two. This is the audio from the post-race press conference for Monster Energy AMA Supercross in San Diego, round two of the 2025 season. Eli Tomac, Jett Lawrence, Cooper Webb, Julien Beaumer, Jordon Smith and Haiden Deegan talk about the night. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34912880

Exhaust #276: Anaheim 1 Press Conference 01/10/2025

Exhaust #276: Anaheim 1 Press Conference The top riders in Monster Energy AMA Supercross speak on the eve of a new season, hosted by Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34808540

Exhaust #275: Chad Reed is Still Watching 01/06/2025

Exhaust #275: Chad Reed is Still Watching Chad Reed is deep in the amateur motocross trenches with his family at the moment, but he's also still a keen observer of the pro side of racing. With Monster Energy AMA Supercross about to start this weekend, Jason Weigandt rang up one of the best ever to get his take on the current field and how it compares to racing in his day. Also, we hear about the steep climb his kids are facing in trying to make a go at a racing career after not riding at all in their earliest years. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34738020

Exhaust #274: Monster Energy Supercross Preview Show 01/03/2025

Exhaust #274: Monster Energy Supercross Preview Show Jason Weigandt, Jason Thomas and Steve Matthes have been previewing the Monster Energy Supercross season for a dozen-plus years now, and the show returns for 2025 with Monster Energy, Maxima, Fly Racing and Motosport.com on board. This is the audio version of the five-part video series. This year's arguments include: If Eli Tomac is better now than he was early in 2024 and is that good enough now to challenge and beat Jett Lawrence? Are Chase Sexton's bike issues fixed? Will Jett Lawrence embracing the haters impact his results long term or short term? Is Hunter Lawrence part of the elite group that can win 450SX races on any night? Did we diss out Ken Roczen by leaving him until show 3? Everyone agrees that Cooper Webb will be a contender, now and forever, but there are many, many more arguments to have, now and forever. Enjoy the full kit right here in podcast format. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34702195

Exhaust #273: Kyle Peters' Record Bid Ends 01/03/2025

Exhaust #273: Kyle Peters' Record Bid Ends Kyle Peters has been almost there in AMA Supercross his entire career. There might be no rider with more seventh-place 250SX finishes than Kyle, who was is good but couldn't quite get over the hump to net race win or title bid. Then he found a new home in AMA Arenacross and hasn't stopped winning, with five-straight championships pulling him even with Buddy Antunez and the all-time mark in the series. His bid for a record sixth-straight, though, has ended due to a neck injury. Jason Weigandt Kyle to ask about his status going forward from here. Hint: he works a real job in the summer and dirt bikes are way better! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34709280

Exhaust #272: SMX Media Days Wrap Up 12/06/2024

Exhaust #272: SMX Media Days Wrap Up Anaheim and the 2025 SMX season will be here in just over a month. Jason Weigandt got to attend media sessions held all week at Angel Stadium with the top riders giving updates on their off-season prep. No recordings, but Weege sums it up as best he can. Then, as a bonus, Josh Greco's insane tale of racing the Baja 1000 solo. 27-straight hours on a bike! You absolutely have to hear this one! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34321940

Exhaust #271: What Happened to KTM? 11/27/2024

Exhaust #271: What Happened to KTM? Since the second quarter of 2024, the industry has been filled with rumors of Pierer Mobility, the parent company of the KTM, Husqvarna, and GasGas brands, running into slowing sales, an overstock of product and ultimately major financial troubles. The strong boost in powersports, bicycle, and overall outdoor recreation sales seen after the pandemic have slowed, and aggressive sales targets have suddenly become difficult to meet. While none of those dealings behind the scenes had yet impacted what the consumer sees with products—the brands continue to innovate with quite a few new machines for 2025—or on the race track, it’s becoming more and more clear the company will need major changes to continue into the future. Jason Weigandt explains the "never waste a good crisis" mode the company was in after the pandemic, the boom that followed, and the struggle today that led the company to declare itself insolvent in Europe. It won't impact racing or motorcycle availability here in America, yet, at least beyond the cuts that were already put into motion over the last few weeks and months. But these are tough roads ahead. Is it a sign of bigger trouble in the industry, or is this just a KTM-specific issue? The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/34179290

Exhaust #270: Jorge Prado On Monster Energy Kawasaki Deal 11/18/2024

Exhaust #270: Jorge Prado On Monster Energy Kawasaki Deal A nail-biting quest for the 2024 MXGP World Championship was only part of Jorge Prado's whirlwind year, as he was also shopping for a ride in America with plans to race full-time SMX in 2025. After racing the first four rounds of Monster Energy Supercross in '24, he actually signed with Monster Energy Kawasaki before he headed back to Europe to pursue another MXGP crown. After that the full focus went to motocross back home, until now, when he can finally reveal his plans for 2025 and beyond. Jason Weigandt caught up with Prado to learn about what it took to get here, and what he hopes to accomplish. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33985992

Exhaust #269: Arenacross Tries Electric 11/15/2024

Exhaust #269: Arenacross Tries Electric "All of your guys were around when four-strokes came out," said the AMA's Mike Burkeen in Thursday night's AMA Arenacross press conference. "The rules were made and it turns out they weren't very good. They basically killed off the two-strokes. Once it happened we couldn't put the genie back in the bottle. With the electric bikes we didn't want to go full-bore and then just cut it off if we find out it doesn't work. Because everyone has made purchasing decisions already, then we'll have all these guys that they bought under what they would say were bad pretenses. So we want to walk before we run, but we definitely want to run. What that looks like? Nobody knows?" Arenacross can serve as the testing ground to see where electric could fit, so a new stand-alone class for Stark Varg electric bikes has will fit into the Arenacross structure for 2024-2025. Have a listen to last night's press conference as the series explains the new class, and hear from riders like Josh Hill and Justin Bogle. Don't worry, the traditional AMA Arenacross class for 250s and 450s remains, with Kyle Peters trying to hold off riders like Ryan Breece and Vince Friese to notch a record sixth-straight championship. But in the Dash for Cash, it will be electric versus combustion! All the stars are here to talk about their prospects before tonight's season opener in Reno, Nevada. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33946192

Exhaust #268: Jordon Smith is Here to Stay 11/14/2024

Exhaust #268: Jordon Smith is Here to Stay Few remember that in 2019, when Austin Forkner was ascending in the sport and threatening a perfect season in 250SX East Region, that Jordon Smith was actually the closest rider to him. Forkner's eventual ACL injury and a title for a young Chase Sexton later become the story. By then, Smith had hurt his wrist, and struggled for years to solve that injury. In fact, he thought his career might be over. After missing major chunks of racing over the next few seasons, including two frustrating seasons with Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki, he took the pressure off during a brief run with Firepower Honda. Then Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing called, and Jordon's career rebuild was really taking shape. Now he's got a new deal with Triumph that could stretch to three years and the 450 Class. Jason Weigandt rings him up for this podcast. The Racer X Exhaust is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33934727

Exhaust #267: Silly Season and Scuba Steve from Triumph 11/01/2024

Exhaust #267: Silly Season and Scuba Steve from Triumph New team deals are getting announced later than ever, as we still await Monster Energy Kawasaki announcing its new deal with Jorge Prado for the 450 class in 2025. But Triumph just announced its 2025 team, featuring Austin Forkner, Stilez Robertson, Jordon Smith and the returning Jalek Swoll. We also have seen Pierce Brown on his new Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing machine, and know that Star is signing new amateur talent like Caden Dudney. Plus GasGas moves away from Troy Lee Designs and into the same program as Rockstar Husqvarna, including Rockstar sponsorship. Jason Weigandt talks about all of these moves, and then talks to Triumph U.S. Team Manager "Scuba" Steve Westfall to hear how Year 1 went for the new brand. Scuba doesn't hold back! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33735392

Exhaust #266: What Happened to Max Vohland? 10/24/2024

Exhaust #266: What Happened to Max Vohland? Maximus Vohland is a second-generation rider, the son of former AMA National and Supercross winner Tallon Vohland. That would make it seem like his path to the pros has been easy, but you'll find that is absolutely not the case. Jason Weigandt catches up with Max, who is just getting back on the bike after a hip injury ruined his 2024 season. The injury left Max with extreme nerve pain, and fighting to fight off the potential of getting addicted to pain medication. That's not all. In this podcast Max will explain how his plan to race EMX in Europe as an amateur that washed away with COVID. He'll also talk about his sister's traumatic brain injury suffered while riding a horse, and how her own comeback trail has inspired him to keep fighting. Max's goal? Get to the podium, make some money and buy his sister a horse! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura. Also, subscribe to Racer X Illustrated and get our new 2025 calendar coming soon! /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33601342

Exhaust #265: Latest MXoN Wrap Up Ever 10/18/2024

Exhaust #265: Latest MXoN Wrap Up Ever The 2024 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations was an awesome event, but even the incredible emotional highs of that day have begun to fade nearly two weeks later. But Jason Weigandt isn't done talking about it -- or talking about anything, ever -- so now that he's home he logs this wrap up for the MXoN weekend. From the team and race results, to the atmopshere of the race, to the MXGP team set ups and even some cultural observations, Weege wraps up an unforgettable event that pretty much marked the 100th year of motorcycle scrambles racing in England. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand. /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33514517

Exhaust #264: Weigandt's Motocross of Nations Preview 10/01/2024

Exhaust #264: Weigandt's Motocross of Nations Preview We all know the trials and tribulations of Team USA for this year's Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations, but what other teams are worth a look? Jason Weigandt runs down the rosters and breaks the event down to its strongest squads. Things are looking good for teams like France, Australia, and the Netherlands, plus Spain and the USA, but what will it take to win? Can the home country make some noise? Will Tim Gajser's squad get in and set up an all-time final moto with one of the most stacked starting gates ever seen at a motocross race? So much on the line. Here's what you need to know. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33284582

Exhaust #263: Stew, RC, Pulp, Gypsy, JT, Weege 09/11/2024

Exhaust #263: Stew, RC, Pulp, Gypsy, JT, Weege The SMX Playoffs host an awesome hour-long podcast mashup show each Friday night at 5 p.m., with James Stewart, Ricky Carmichael, Steve Matthes of PulpMX, and Jase Macalpine from Gypsy Tales, hosted by Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas. The fans even get to ask questions! Enjoy the best hour of bench racing you'll ever hear in this podcast. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/33010917

Exhaust #262: SMX Preview Show 09/06/2024

Exhaust #262: SMX Preview Show Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, and Jason Thomas preview the 2024 SuperMotocross Playoffs and World Championship in the audio version of our video. This is year two of a new format of racing for professional racing in the U.S. Chase Sexton and Haiden Deegan enter off of Pro Motocross Championships, while Monster Energy AMA Supercross Champions Jett Lawrence (450SX), RJ Hampshire (250SX West Region), and Tom Vialle (250SX East Region) would love to get more #1 plates. They're not the only players, too! Come bench race and argue with the boys before the playoffs begin this Saturday in Concord, North Carolina. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/32943002

Exhaust #261: Chase Sexton 08/29/2024

Exhaust #261: Chase Sexton Jason Weigandt gets in on a KTM press conference with Chase Sexton, Ian Harrison and Pit Beirer to talk about the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship and big questions like what the summer could have been like if Jett Lawrence and Eli Tomac had competed, the prospect of racing Jorge Prado in 2025, and why he's so strong late in the season and late in the motos. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is hosted by Jason Weigandt and presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/32798607

Exhaust #260: New Development Process (With Team Green's Ryan Holliday) 08/21/2024

Exhaust #260: New Development Process (With Team Green's Ryan Holliday) Kawasaki Team Green had a renaissance week at this year's Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's, sweeping through four of the most coveted titles there: 250 and Open Pro Sport with Drew Adams, and 250B and Schoolboy 2 with Caden Dudney. Team Manager Ryan Holliday, though, can only chalk that up to good racing luck, because things haven't rolled the team's way like this in a long time. The team isn't alone in trying to change up the way it develops and evaluates riders, though, as Adams raced a bunch this year including competing in Canada to try to get in more gate drops. Holliday would like his riders to race more so they can learn more. This weekend's Scouting Moto Combine is a part of that. Jason Weigandt checks in to hear how the amateur game is changing. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by and , plus . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/32683402

Exhaust #259: Ducati GM Paolo Ciabatti 08/16/2024

Exhaust #259: Ducati GM Paolo Ciabatti Ducati's announcement that it was entering the off-road space was big enough news, but moving Paolo Ciabatti, who headed up the fantastically successful MotoGP effort, over to head the new motocross program was just as important to insiders. This is proof of how serious Ducati is about success on the dirt, and the brand takes a big step this weekend when Antonio Cairoli (!) returns to MXGP on the Ducati 450. Ciabatti was busy in another series last weekend, though, as he stopped by Unadilla to take in Pro Motocross. Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas were able to get a few minutes with him for the Big Interview on the SMX Insider show. This podcast is an extended, full-length version of the shorter interview that ran in the show. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is hosted by Jason Weigandt and presented by , , and . /episode/index/show/racerx/id/32605152

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