Talking Motorcycles

Talking Motorcycles is an interview-based podcast hosted by Tom Connors and brought to you by Revival Motoring.

Ep.032 The Rip to the Tip with Phil Benham 07/27/2022

Ep.032 The Rip to the Tip with Phil Benham Phil Benham -The Rip to the Tip. Tom sits down with Phil Benham this week to talk about The NORRA Baja 1000 on his Vespa P200E. Phil has raced it all, this time with an international team of support. https://revivalmotoring.com/ /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/23871174

Ep.031 Austin Rowe All Bikes Are Great 07/11/2022

Ep.031 Austin Rowe All Bikes Are Great This week Tom sits down with Austin Rowe. They talk about the Venn diagram of photography and motorcycles, plans for the current project, and how carbs are really as sophisticated as you need. https://revivalmotoring.com/ /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/23706623

Ep.030 Andy Pappas 04/25/2022

Ep.030 Andy Pappas This week Tom sits down with Andy Pappas. They talk about the Biltwell 100 and how Andy rides nearly 1300 miles home off-road, an heirloom Panhead, KTM dream bikes, and a well-focused hot take on electric bikes This week Tom sits down with Andy Pappas. They talk about the Biltwell 100 and how Andy rides nearly 1300 miles home off-road, an heirloom Panhead, KTM dream bikes, and a well-focused hot take on electric bikes. www.situationrad.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/22899392

Ep.029 Shea Sjoberg 04/11/2022

Ep.029 Shea Sjoberg This week Tom sits down with Shea Sjoberg. They talk about the Biltwell 100, a small Triumph project, and Shea's new obsession - Dirt Bikes!! /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/22746821

Ep.028 Cliff Cavins - Bro of The People 02/28/2022

Ep.028 Cliff Cavins - Bro of The People Cliff Cavins - Bro of The People. This week Tom is joined by Mr. Cliffornia. They talk about the daily 100-mile commute, stupid ideas that looked good on paper, old-timers and their secret parts horde… and how your wife will not let you chrome at home! www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/22275098

Ep.027 Jenna Stellar 02/07/2022

Ep.027 Jenna Stellar This week Tom sits down with Jenna Stellar. They talk about the changing landscape of motorcycle apparel, starting your own brand, innovating by trying exciting new things vs. old bland standards. www.talkingmotorcycles.com www.revivalmotoring.com www.stellarmotobrand.com www.cardinalcreativeagency.com /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/22048505

Ep.026 Mark Asuncion Twist Grip Skids and Fab 01/17/2022

Ep.026 Mark Asuncion Twist Grip Skids and Fab Tom sits down with Mark Asuncion - They work in the same building but in different departments. After Tom finds out Mark rides, he needs to know more. What better way to get to know someone… on the mic for the internet to hear!! It turns out Mark is heavy into chopping Harleys… mobbin’ on Harleys… short trips but dreams of long trips on them too! /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/21793463

Ep.025 Pieter Loftus Distinguished Gentleman 12/20/2021

Ep.025 Pieter Loftus Distinguished Gentleman This week Tom sits down with Pieter Loftus, Host of the Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride in San Diego. Over the years, he has racked up hundreds of thousands of miles along the way, riding all sorts of bikes. He is a staple in the California motorcycle community, ready to help other riders in need. He has seen a lot and has a few stories to tell. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/21546566

Ep.024 The Bag, Power Hammer and Evan Wilcox 11/29/2021

Ep.024 The Bag, Power Hammer and Evan Wilcox This week Tom heads to the mountains to see Evan Wilcox in his shop, where he hands forms tanks, fairings, seat pans, and more. Evans's skills come from the previous generation of craftsmen leaving hints behind in the gas tanks he replicates to perfection. A passionate enthusiast about motorcycles and the metal form of functional art. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/21304754

Ep.023 Chrome luster, fiber washers and Tim Stafford 11/15/2021

Ep.023 Chrome luster, fiber washers and Tim Stafford This week Tom sits down with Tim Stafford of Stafford Restorations. Tim specializes in 1951 to 1969 BMW motorcycles. They talk about Tim’s start with Vespa scooters, the odd motorcycle endorsement, and how a failed oil slinger on an R60 started his pursuit for restoration excellence. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/21160337

Ep.022 Tip Top Motors with Logan Hill 10/25/2021

Ep.022 Tip Top Motors with Logan Hill This week Tom is joined by Logan Hill. Logan tells his story of the XT250 and the Barstow to Vegas race, assembling his first bike, a CB350 Honda, and the traffic of Bali. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20927537

Ep.021 All metal all the time - Craig Rodsmith 10/11/2021

Ep.021 All metal all the time - Craig Rodsmith This week Tom sits down with Craig Rodsmith of Rodsmith Motorcycles. A machinist by trade and a throttle junkie at heart, Craig has created some of the most exciting custom motorcycles on the scene today. Sculptor, Pilot, Mad Scientist, Story Teller are just some of the tools he uses to get an idea from his head to the starting line. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20779505

Ep.020 Falling with style - Matt Rad 09/27/2021

Ep.020 Falling with style - Matt Rad This week Tom is joined by Matt Rad. A racecar fabricator by day and a racer by night. They talk about mini bike racing, a small but growing racer series. Matt’s line of custom parts, and what it’s like coming back from a crash that nearly takes a limb!! /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20601992

Ep.019 Grahame Fowler 09/14/2021

Ep.019 Grahame Fowler This week Tom is joined by Grahame Fowler, a Lambretta enthusiast with a taste for highly-tuned long haul machines. Being into scooters, particularly the sx200, for over 40 years, Grahame has seen it all when it comes to mechanical restoration. He has ridden, rebuilt, and owned well over 100 machines. this is a guided look into the world of well-sorted scooters putting down big bike power over little wheels. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20472893

Ep.018 Knees in the breeze with Amanda Davila 08/31/2021

Ep.018 Knees in the breeze with Amanda Davila This week Tom is joined by Amanda Davila, a regular Jane Rider who enjoys her time getting out of the city and into the mountainous long roads of California. They talk a bit about what it’s like as a woman riding a Harley, multi-day touring, and just enjoying scootin’ along on your favorite roads. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20315321

Ep.017 Michelle and Will - Sidecar Venture 08/16/2021

Ep.017 Michelle and Will - Sidecar Venture This week Tom sits down with Michelle and Will from Sidecar Venture, an “Epic Sidecar Experience” in San Diego, CA. They talk about their electric scooter and Guzzi Velorex outfits, general motorcycling, and a wee bit about Florida man. www.sidecar-venture.com /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20156174

Ep.016 Robot of the West 08/03/2021

Ep.016 Robot of the West Tom sits down with Robot from Scooter West and Vespa Motorsport on YouTube. They chat about the daily runnings of a big scooter shop, Vespa trips down to Oaxaca! And local scooter clubs. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/20014199

Ep.015 Kyle Grendell 05/24/2021

Ep.015 Kyle Grendell Getting the maximum out of the minimum. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/19210931

Ep.014 Alex Ripa 03/29/2021

Ep.014 Alex Ripa This week Tom sits down with Alex Ripa. An interesting conversation about motorcycling to experience wartime riding as a whole. From the bike to the boots and jackets. All of it is important to the experience. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/18502619

Ep.013 Sean Brayton 03/15/2021

Ep.013 Sean Brayton This week Tom sits down with Sean Brayton to talk pre WW2 bikes, the adventure of riding a 100-year-old Indian across the country, hitting the beach for TRoG, and sliding around on the ice for The Frozen Few!! /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/18321416

Ep.012 Matt Landman 11/10/2020

Ep.012 Matt Landman This week Tom sit's down with Matt Landman. Tom slides into Matts DM’s about a picture of him, giving the bike scene the finger. They talk about Matt’s life connected by motorcycles and how the Harley scene needs to let go of a few things. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/16747994

Ep.011 Jay Nowakowski 10/19/2020

Ep.011 Jay Nowakowski This week, I get to hear a great story told by Jay Nowakowski about his 1973 iron head. Jay won't describe himself as a motorcyclist or even a rider. He is into the building and art side of two wheels, meeting and making new friends. I get some insight on balancing being a new dad and building a custom cruiser. - Tom /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/16452038

Ep.010 Willem Cooper 10/05/2020

Ep.010 Willem Cooper In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Willem Cooper, they go over how racing motocross and downhill mountain bike racing. Electric bicycles and motorcycles, classic BMWs, sand racing, and training the next generation… a normal week for this week's guest. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/16277474

Ep. 009 12 O Clock Tommy! 08/31/2020

Ep. 009 12 O Clock Tommy! In this episode, Tom sits down with 12 O Clock Tommy a motorcycle stunt rider. They talk wheelies, woolies, and the world of stunt riding. Special guests Jadelyonphoto, and Kelsofierce join in the discussion to shed some light on the stunt riding world! /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/15814259

Ep.008 Manuel Beiro Romero and Sam Lang 07/22/2020

Ep.008 Manuel Beiro Romero and Sam Lang This week I have a digital sit down with Manuel Beiro Romero and Sam Lang to hear their story of riding from San Diego Ca to Chile on dirt bikes. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/15306449

Ep.007 Pete Chase of Cafe Cycles 06/01/2020

Ep.007 Pete Chase of Cafe Cycles In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Pete from Cafe Cycles. They talk about Pete's rare Norton Manxman builds that put him on the map. They also get into when it is acceptable to modify and when not. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/14644001

Ep.006 Honda Jawa Honda 05/18/2020

Ep.006 Honda Jawa Honda In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Damon. They discuss his Honda CB's and his family mobile; a special 2 stroke Jawa TS outfit. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/14459525

Ep.005 Tim Mather and trips to the Isle Of Man 05/04/2020

Ep.005 Tim Mather and trips to the Isle Of Man In this episode, Tom sits down with Tim Mather to talk about their Isle Of Man trips, light touring, electric bikes, and the potential future. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/14264393

Ep.004 Jon Strobel and The Modern Chopper Scene 04/21/2020

Ep.004 Jon Strobel and The Modern Chopper Scene In this episode, Tom sits down with local motoring enthusiast Jon Strobel. Jon is a mechanic by day but the passion for two wheels and motoring projects runs deep. They discuss the modern chopper scene. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/14081483

Ep.003 Post War Flat Twins - Ande Kahora 04/06/2020

Ep.003 Post War Flat Twins - Ande Kahora In this week's episode, Tom sits down with Ande Kahora to discuss owning a BMW Restoration shop and post-war flats. /episode/index/show/talkingmotorcycles/id/13868162

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