The Chain Reaction Motorcycle Podcast

With Movember around the corner, we're joined by Austin O' Callaghan and Sè McCormack to talk about raising awareness for mens mental health through Movember and looking ahead to The Distinguished Gentlemans Ride 2027.  Austin fills us in on his incredible trip to India with Off Horizon Adventures.  Jan puts the team on the spot about brand loyalty, and Ross shares his essential checklist to get your bike winter ready.

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This week Holly Dennis drops by to share the highlights and challenges from her recent Red Bull Romaniacs enduro rally.

Jan tackles a listener question from a rider looking to jump back into the saddle after a ten year hiatus.

Finally, on the Ross Report, Ross puts the 2009 Triumph Street Triple through its paces.

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In this episode, we are joined by the inspiring Derek Brennan.  Derek shares his incredible story of adaptation, grit and passion for biking, walking us through what it's really like riding and handling bikes with a disability.  The setup that keeps him on two wheels and how he keeps pushing boundaries on the road.

Plus, the crew sits down to debrief after our epic journey through the Pyrenees.  We talk mountain passes, twisties, standout moments and all the behind the scenes banter from our trip.

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This week, we're joined by country singer and short circuit champion Alanna Maher.  Alanna breaks down her new role with Motorcycling Ireland, her plans for women in motorsport, her recent racing season and how she balances life on stage with life on the track.  Jan asks what we're doing with the bikes over the winter and we dive into final prep for our Pyrenees trip on the Ross Report.

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Vanessa joins us to to talk about her life on two wheels, from her early days in the Garda National Traffic Unit to instructing new riders and taking up off-roading on her Honda CRF.  We also read through a listener email sent in by the BMW GS Supporters Club! Finally, on the Ross Report, we take the BMW R1250 GS Adventure out for a test ride.

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This week we sit down with Suzuki fanatic Anto Dunne, better known as The Bandit Man.  Anto takes us behind the scenes of his shed to talk about his passion for old school Suzukis, the realities of bike restoration, and what really goes into bringing classic machines back to life.

Jan asks us about our packing strategies, gear lists, and prep routines as we count down to our upcoming Pyrenees adventure.  Ross gives his honest review of the Beeline navigation system.

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This week, Jade from worldtravellerz.com joins us to share what it's really like travelling across Central America on a motorcycle with her dog, Gimli, and living full time in a touring campervan.  

Jan asks us which two bikes we would keep in our dream garage if we could only pick two for life.  

Finally, we test drive the 2015 Kawasaki ZX-10R to see how its track focused power performs on real roads.

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Once the party chat wraps up, Jan takes the mic in Jans 2 Wheels & Random Feels to talk womens bike gear and the quest for the best food stops on a spin.  Over on the Ross Report, we review the Ducati Multistrada Pikes Peak, before wrapping up with key tips to keep your bike secure. 

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​In Episode 4, we’re joined by Dakar veteran and enduro coach Neil Hawker to chat off-road survival and elite racing! Plus, Ross introduces his brand new bike, Bren, Mark, and Jan test ride the Harley-Davidson Pan America courtesy of Dublin Harley-Davidson, and Jan drops another listener question in Jan’s 2 Wheels & Random Feels.

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In Episode 3 of The Chain Reaction Podcast, we officially welcome our new co-host, Janet Tuke! Janet takes the mic and puts the rest of the crew in the hot seat with a round of questions to get to know the team a little better.

Plus, Ross breaks down the 2017 Honda Africa Twin on the Ross Report, and Mark updates us on all the upcoming motorcycle rallies and events you need on your calendar.

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