TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run

Motorcycle TransAmRun EP 9: Norm Nelson & His 1911 Reading Standard


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In this episode of the Motorcycle TransAm Podcast, we sit down with legendary endurance rider Norm Nelson, who's gearing up to take on the inaugural 2025 TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run aboard his 1911 Reading Standard.Norm's passion for antique motorcycles runs deep, from rebuilding his favorite 1958 XLH Sportster 883 to racing vintage Nortons, Gold Stars, and Triumphs in AHRMA. With over 200,000 miles on the road and multiple Cannonballs under his belt, Norm brings unmatched experience and storytelling to the mic.We talk about:-His history with vintage motorcycles and long-distance riding-What it takes to prepare a century-old machine for a cross-country challenge-And why this race is more than just miles, it’s about heart, history, and the Band of Brothers & Sisters🎧 Tune in and hear what it’s like to ride across America on a 114-year-old motorcycle.

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