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It's been since March of '22 since the boys have gotten together to talk shop. Fortunately, Greg White is joining them to make things more interesting. Greg bought the latest Suzuki sport tourer, and has plenty to say about it.

But before that, Tim has a lot of new expenses on his kit list. So much so that his "watcha been up to" banter took over 25% of the episode. Christmas comin' up, we figure we'll link y'all to all of it below.

As usual, Robin's traveling. Travis got a great new gig with the Wisconsin DNR. Tim rocked the photographer gig for Wisco's annual Bucky dual sport chaos.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2022e05/
Music by Otis McDonald

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Since Tim & Travatron ditched Robin for the last episode, he's retaliating with this solo mission. What's more, there are jobs involved! That'll show 'em.

The MSF is shorthanded where RiderCoach head count is concerned. RiderCoaches are certified motorcycle instructors who lead students through a well organized curriculum. Not only do coaches enjoy helping fellow riders learn something new ... they get paid to do it!

Many think a vast riding years/miles are required to apply. That's simply not the case. Jason Herheim (WI), Lynne Vandewater (NY), Jeff Alford (TX), Armene Yapoujian Piper (CO) and Scott Haas (IL) explain how they're reaching out to motorcyclists to become MSF RiderCoaches.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2022e04/
Music by Otis McDonald

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Every now and then, Robin has to go his own way and do a thing that Tim and Travis don't have their hands in. When this happens, Tim and Travis might have to plan a ride and forget to tell Robin about it. It's the fireside episode!

While Robin is busy interviewing five MSF administrators for our next episode, podcast regulars Tim and Travis are joined by TRO author Tom Burns and guest host Sam Hurley of Super Slick fame. They tore up the roads from Madison, Wisconsin to La Crosse, setup camp and captured thirty minutes of blather for your listening pleasure. That is, assuming you can decipher all of it.

What happens when an XSR750, two NC700X's and a VFR 800 are parked in close proximity to a mutual friends various mini bikes? No seriously. I'm asking you listeners. No matter, fellow sport touring freaks. This episode is all about post ride mumbling and preemptive route planning for the next day.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2022e03/
Music by Otis McDonald

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The boys are chomping at the bit to get riding this year. Once the northern cold and southern duties are out of the way, you can bet they'll be in the rural twisties. Maybe one of us will be on a new machine.

In this episode we take a good hard look at Honda's soon to be released Hawk 1100. The sport profiled, track-friendly street bike jackets an Africa Twin motor with ornately modern throwback styling. We can't stop rambling about it.

Other bikes were in close contention for our model focus this round, so we pushed them into our "Mess Ala Moto" segment. Kawasaki's "Green Meanie" and Boris Guynes' double 750 (1500cc) "Anti-Christ" get better than due mention. There's also unavoidable blather about a front wheel driven trike.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2022e02/
Music by Otis McDonald

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Robin is readying for the 2022 motorcycle tour season. Travis has an eggnog recipe that'll sedate a small horse. Tim is officially married!

Maggie Dean picks up where her interview with Sam Kok left off. Sam, a road racer from Madison Wisconsin, shares details about obtaining a motorcycle race license along with tales from his 2021 season. He also hints at a new interest in trail riding to keep his two-wheeled experience fresh.

There weren't any listener questions this round, so we hope you'll reach out with a challenge!

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2022e01/
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It's been almost a year since our last episode, so ... uh ... Robin is still in New Mexico carving the curves of the lovely 152 and treacherous 52/59. Tim is gettin' frickin' married! The Burleson twins are two and can count to ten.

Our interview features the incredible Sam Kok, a road racer from Madison, WI who competes primarily in the Midwest. He's won national and regional races on a superbike clocking speeds up to 180 mph. This interview is a two-parter! For round one, Sam discusses the heavy technical science behind both low and high speed performance.

Listener questions are a lot of fun this round. The trio goes toe to toe with "new, innovative" and unnecessary (overpriced) technology that is cornering ABS. Then, we advise a well informed friend about bike lifts vs. handy tables.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2021e02/
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Robin is New Mexico carving the curves of the lovely 152 and treacherous 52/59. Tim bought a tidy really expensive garage for his motorcycles that came with a house. Travis is punk rockin' the virtual realm (but made time for an oil change).

Our interview is with the one and only Wendy Naessens, better known as "Wendy In Motion". Her early beginnings in the Chicago vintage motorcycle scene have expanded greatly, earning her multiple titles and responsibilities within the BMW training market. It's been a while since we've crossed paths, so we took the opportunity to chat her up.

Listener questions delve into the awkward platform that is basecamp route planning software. Tim swears by it. Robin says it's dated. Travis ... doesn't care. Fortunately, the discussion finds its own relevant conclusions.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2021e01/
Music by Otis McDonald

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We all got Travis out for a big birthday ride in the Wisco twisties. Tim is dealing with less-than-smooth clutch behavior on his BMW scooter. Robin is dissatisfied with his carbon fiber purchase.

Our interview this round is with Kelly Howard! Kelly is a long time enthusiast who coaches riders of all experience levels from novice to track junky. He spent a weekend chasing Robin around Texas hill country and of course, shenanigans ensued.

One listener, a new rider, asked how they might go about finding people to ride with. Additionally, they're on the hunt for some solid winter reading to keep their mind on the handlebars. We have plenty to say on this matter.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2020e06/
Music by Otis McDonald

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Now and then, you gotta let the format go. In this episode, our usual outline is in the fire pit around which Tim, Travis and Robin have pulled up their chairs. The conversation can point in any direction these days, the results often a luck of the draw.

Tim has had it with his Husqvarna Svartpilen, plainly stating that it served its purpose. Travis has a few thoughts on prospective bikes as well. Robin gets the lead out about his Beemer until low and behold, we've got ourselves an episode!

The Monty Hall paradox, also known as the "Monty Hall Problem", is a two-chance probability brain teaser. Given three (bike) choices, you reveal a first prospect. Whoever controls the options then unveils possibility number two before asking if you'd like to select a still-hidden third.

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2020e05/
Music by Otis McDonald

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Jeff Alford of Total Rider (Texas) suggested we should come up with a better intro, so Tim, Robin and Travis did just that. Travis talks V-Strom XT, Robin breaks a tire bead and Tim wears vinyl pants. If you get creative, all are universally interchangeable.

Jon DelVecchio is our interview this round and we sure are lucky to have him! Jon is the author of Cornering Confidence: The Formula for 100% Control In Curves. His book is an excellent read, providing motorcycle riders with a simple progression of skills to elevate their riding in a short period of time.

The guys also field questions about Northern Tool trailers, rear sprocket alignment and chain contact points. If you're not into listening, well ... that specific trailer is no more, you could use a laser tool and "yes". Clear as mud, right?

Episode Page: https://tro.bike/podcast/2020e04/
Music by Otis McDonald