Gnar Talk

The gang is joined by Mason from Sportster Parts Swapper on Instagram @sportsterpartsswapper. We talk about tire ratings, psi, and what all those numbers really mean. We answer a question from our Gnar Talk Hotline answering machine, about putting an open primary on a Twin Cam. And we ask our listeners for feedback about their gear ratios on 74" Shovelhead at highway speeds. Song of the Week by Fly Anakin; Backyard Boogie.

We call our best buddy Robby and get an update on the Hero's Run bike and Cory figures out an engine problem on his bike just by talking it out. Song of the Week by Slump.

We give you all some details about the fun events we've got coming up. We also announce our new $500 Build A Bike Grant, so check the website for details! Next, we chat with Matt about his FXR and proper transmission adjustments, then we talk to Frank about his FXR and all the issues to look forward to! And finally Venting vs. Complaining. Song of the Week Park Sparrows; Witching Hour.

The gang gets into the gritty details of aligning the primary and drive sprockets on Bill, from Houston,'s Shovelhead (re)build. Then we talk about how much is too much; when is it too much money, too much time, too many fucks given. Song of the week by The Cherry Pits.

We talk about all the upcoming funness and our events this summer.  We have a good conversation with Johnny Gooch about his ole' 79 Sportster Ironhead and how much is too much.  We also answer a personal question from one of our listeners about his relationship issues and why it hurts so bad.  Song of the week, Aces; Running Hot.

Better late than never!  This week we talk about a lot of nothing, then at about 15m:23sec we get down to business.  Engine and Frame Community Motorcycle Garage is a non-profit and we reveal the details of how we make that magic happen.  We talk about the pros and cons of running an oil cooler, what to pack for long trips in your tool roll, then we talk to Ryan about wiring winkers back into his chopper to avoid the New Hampshire police.  Song of the week by The Smirks.

We made it to 10! Thanks to everyone for still listening! This week we talk to Will about the front end on his Triumph chopper and give him some advice on how to make his life easier. Danger Dan joins us and sparks a conversation about ignition timing. Song of the week: Windhand; Old Evil.

The Gnar Talk crew talks to Jameson in Iowa about his elusive 81 FLT with a leak and a weird ass chain bath. We also heard back from Ray about that starter issue and how he actually fixed it, which was nothing related to what we suggested!

The gang talks to Trevor about his Ironhead kicking his ass, and how to deal with it.  We also get another visit from Dave and Opie! Then we end with a basic discussion of how VIN numbers matter or not.  Song of the week: Ed Da Realist; Cake Up

The gang's all here to confuse you with definitions and math. We talk to our caller Frank about his Ironhead transmission gearing and how to make it go fast, then how to make it go at all. We also start the conversation about some advancements in transmission designs to customize your riding desires and then spiral down a rabbit hole about whatever. Enjoy!