Highside/Lowside - A Motorcycle Podcast

Petcock. Pillion. Backing the Bike In. If you’ve ever heard riding buddies throw these words around and been too embarrassed to ask what they mean… this is the episode for you! Zack and Spurg define and dig into the confusing slang and technical terms sent in by our listeners.

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Race-legend and journalist Mat Oxley joins the show to educate us on the history of and present fascination with the high-stakes (and high-speed) world of MotoGP motorcycle racing and the super-athletes brave enough to ride in it.

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The Suzuki SV650’s interesting history and monumental impact on the world of motorcycling made it the perfect bike to kick off our new “Motorcycle Icons” series!  Whether you own an SV650 or not, you’re sure to enjoy learning more about this prolific ride.

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What were the moto headlines 100 years ago?  How did Lance Oliver put 100k miles on a Street Triple?  What was the first bike Ari Henning went 100 mph?

In honor of our 100th episode, we invited all your favorite guests to discuss motorcycling by the 100’s. 

Also on the show: An engine-sound guessing game first and a frank discussion about Spurg & Zack’s riding ability.

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The Motorcycle Dating Game is back! Zack & Spurg take requests to find the perfect motorcycle for those searching for that special moto. Will our lonely riders find their moto match?

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Zack & Spurg have the best mods to get the most out of your motorcycle… whether you’re heading across town, across the country, down the track or off the beaten path.

Also on the show: Are hydrogen motorcycles the real future of riding?  And an engine-sound guessing game for the ages.

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You know stand-up comedian Alonzo Bodden as the grand prize winner of Last Comic Standing (S3), but did you also know that he’s been riding motorcycles for over 40 years?

Alonzo joins Zack & Spurg in this season’s finale to discuss his start on two wheels, current moto philosophies and whether or not biking affects his time on stage.

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Would Ari Henning recommend racing oil in your bike if you aren’t racing?  Will 90’s video game-style sport bikes make a comeback?  What’s the best way to make riding buddies?

Moto-gurus Zack & Spurg (and Ari) answer these questions and more from listeners like you in this season’s comments, questions, and answers episode.

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As Zack and Spurg are just starting their journey as dads, they look for guidance on how to introduce their children to two wheels and how to successfully make motorcycling a family affair.  So the duo interview their own dad’s about their personal riding history, what it was like becoming parents who ride, and ultimately the joy of riding with your kids. 

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Ever wanted to know what experienced moto-journalists would buy if they were looking for a bike in your area?  We gave Spurg, Zack and Patrick Garvin $20,000 to buy three motorcycles that were actually for sale in their areas (East Coast, West Coast and Midwest).  Check out what they picked, and more importantly… why they picked them!

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