Discover the latest in motorcycle culture with Throttle & Iron as we explore app updates and the buzz around Sturgis 2026. This episode features discussions with passionate riders and community members, diving into the features of our new app that connects riders on their journeys.

In this episode:

- Updates on the Throttle & Iron app and its new features

- Plans for Sturgis 2026 and what to expect

- Insights into upcoming guests and their contributions to the podcast

- The importance of community in the biking world

- Personal stories and experiences shared by hosts and listeners alike

What drives motorcycle riders to defend their favorite brands?Is it freedom? Passion? Performance? History? Or something deeper?This week on Throttle & Iron, we’re diving into the motorcycle lifestyle, brand loyalty, social media debates, and how competition—both on the road and in King of the Baggers—continues to shape the riding community.Whether you ride an Indian, Harley-Davidson, Honda, BMW, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, or anything in between, this conversation is for you.🏍️ LIVE Tuesday at 8 PM ESTTopics include:• Brand loyalty and motorcycle culture• King of the Baggers racing• Social media and keyboard warriors• Competition and innovation• Why riders become passionate about their motorcycles• Can we disagree and still ride together?Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.👇 Join the conversation live and tell us what you ride.#ThrottleAndIron #MotorcycleLifestyle #KingOfTheBaggers #IndianMotorcycle #HarleyDavidson #Motorcycles #RideYourRide #BaggerRacing #LivePodcast

This week on the Throttle & Iron Motorcycle Podcast, it’s just the three of us and we’ve got a lot to cover.Indian Motorcycle just dropped a new short that appears to take direct aim at Harley-Davidson, and the timing couldn’t be more interesting. With King of the Baggers heading to Mid-Ohio and the competition on and off the track heating up, we discuss whether this rivalry is entering a new chapter and what it means for the future of the motorcycle industry.We’re also catching up with Max after his Route 66 adventure. He’ll be sharing photos, stories from the road, and some of the moments that made the trip unforgettable.We’ll also talk about:• King of the Baggers at Mid-Ohio• Indian vs. Harley-Davidson• The Durango Rendezvous• Route 66 travel stories and photos• Recent motorcycle news• What’s happening around the motorcycle community• And whatever else comes up along the wayTwo iconic brands.One passionate community.And a rivalry that may be shaping the future of motorcycling.Join us LIVE Tuesday, June 9th at 8:00 PM Eastern.Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.#IndianMotorcycle #HarleyDavidson #KingOfTheBaggers #Route66 #MotorcyclePodcast #ThrottleAndIron #IndianPursuit #IndianChallenger #BaggerRacing #MotorcycleCommunity #MidOhio #RideHardTalkLoudLiveFree

Join Chris and Les live as we recap an unforgettable week on the road.We'll discuss our Route 66 adventure, the rain, the stops, and what we learned along the way. We'll also share our experience getting ECU tunes at Music City Indian in Nashville, including the cost, performance changes, and whether we think the upgrade is worth it.We'll break down the latest King of the Baggers race results and discuss the recent rule changes that continue to fuel the Indian vs. Harley debate.We'll also talk about Mike Kennedy and the future direction of Indian Motorcycle, along with the realities of starting and growing a motorcycle YouTube channel.And yes... we'll tell the story of how an 8mm kidney stone changed the entire trip.Topics:🏍️ Route 66 Recap🏍️ Music City Indian ECU Tunes🏁 King of the Baggers Results🏍️ Indian's Future Under Mike Kennedy📹 YouTube Reality Check🚑 The 8mm Kidney Stone StoryRide Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.🌐 https://throttleandiron.com🛒 https://shop.throttleandiron.com📋 https://throttleandiron.com/guess-application/#ThrottleAndIron #Route66 #IndianMotorcycle #KingOfTheBaggers #MusicCityIndian #PowerPlus112 #IndianPursuit #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleLife #YouTubeCreat

Tonight on Throttle & Iron, we sit down with legendary custom motorcycle seat builder Alligator Bob for a live conversation about craftsmanship, culture, and decades of stories from the motorcycle world.

From handcrafted seats and exotic leatherwork to building for everyday riders, custom builders, celebrities, and passionate motorcycle enthusiasts, Bob shares what goes into making a seat that looks right, feels right, and lasts.

We talk about:

• Custom motorcycle seat craftsmanship
• Leather and exotic materials
• Motorcycle culture and rider stories
• What makes a truly comfortable custom seat
• The evolution of motorcycle customization
• Live questions from the Throttle & Iron community

Ride hard. Talk loud. Live free.

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This week on Throttle & Iron, we’re talking King of the Baggers rule changes and what they could mean for Harley-Davidson, Indian Motorcycle, and the future of bagger racing.

We also get into the Route 66 “The Legend Never Dies” tour with RidingFish and The Bearded Bobber, plus the motorcycle news and rider stories that have the community talking.

Topics include:

• King of the Baggers rule changes
• Harley-Davidson and Indian bagger racing
• Route 66 touring stories
• Bagger and touring motorcycle news
• Real talk from the Throttle & Iron crew

Ride hard. Talk loud. Live free.

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In this episode of the Throttle & Iron Podcast, Chris sits down with motorcycle YouTuber ZacksRides for an awesome conversation about motorcycles, reviews, rider culture, baggers, performance, and what it’s really like creating motorcycle content on YouTube.

The conversation covers everything from Indian Motorcycles and Harley-Davidson baggers to the current motorcycle scene, reviews, riding experiences, and the passion that keeps riders connected to the lifestyle.

Topics in this episode include:
• Motorcycle reviews and rider impressions
• Indian Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson discussion
• Bagger performance and touring bikes
• Motorcycle YouTube content creation
• Rider culture and community
• Motorcycle events and experiences
• The future of the motorcycle industry
• Real rider opinions and storytelling

If you enjoy motorcycles, bagger culture, touring bikes, and honest rider conversations, this episode is for you.

Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.

#ThrottleAndIron #ZacksRides #MotorcyclePodcast #IndianMotorcycle #HarleyDavidson #BaggerLife #MotorcycleCulture #Vtwin #RideHardTalkLoudLiveFree

n this episode of the Throttle & Iron Podcast, Chris sits down with Hollister Powersports owner Rey Sotelo for an awesome conversation about motorcycles, the powersports industry, dealership life, rider culture, and building a strong riding community.

Rey shares his perspective on what it takes to run a successful dealership in today’s motorcycle world while still keeping the passion for riding alive. The conversation covers everything from customer relationships and industry trends to the future of motorcycles and why the riding lifestyle means so much to so many people.

Topics in this episode include:
• Running a motorcycle dealership
• The powersports industry today
• Indian Motorcycle culture and community
• Building rider relationships
• Motorcycle events and group rides
• The future of the motorcycle scene
• Passion behind the biker lifestyle
• Real-world rider stories and experiences

This is one of those conversations that feels like hanging out in the shop talking motorcycles with friends.

Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.

#ThrottleAndIron #HollisterPowersports #MotorcyclePodcast #IndianMotorcycle #BaggerLife #MotorcycleCulture #Vtwin #Powersports #RideHardTalkLoudLiveFree

In this episode of the Throttle & Iron Podcast, Chris sits down with Toce Performance to talk motorcycle performance, exhaust technology, rider feedback, sound tuning, and the evolution of the V-Twin bagger scene.

This was a killer conversation covering everything from performance gains and tuning to rider preferences, custom setups, and where the motorcycle industry is headed next. If you're into Indian Motorcycles, Harley-Davidson baggers, aftermarket upgrades, or just love the sound of a powerful V-Twin, this episode is for you.

Topics include:
• Toce Performance exhaust systems
• Indian Challenger & Pursuit setups
• 2-1 vs 2-2 exhaust discussions
• Exhaust tone and rider preferences
• Motorcycle tuning and performance
• Bagger culture and custom builds
• Rider feedback shaping products
• The future of aftermarket performance

Big thanks to Dan from Toce Performance for coming on the show and talking motorcycles with the Throttle & Iron community.

Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.

#ThrottleAndIron #TocePerformance #IndianMotorcycle #BaggerLife #MotorcyclePodcast

This episode of the Throttle & Iron Podcast is all about motorcycles, performance, custom builds, and the passion behind the biker lifestyle. Chris sits down with TNA Customs to talk custom motorcycles, carbon fiber parts, performance upgrades, the motorcycle community, and what it takes to stand out in the industry today.

The conversation also dives into real rider culture, future motorcycle trends, aftermarket performance, and the mindset behind building something different.

Topics in this episode include:
• Custom motorcycle culture
• Carbon fiber and performance parts
• Indian Motorcycle performance discussion
• Motorcycle industry trends
• Building unique bikes that stand out
• Rider community and events
• Real-world motorcycle passion and storytelling

If you enjoy motorcycles, performance baggers, custom builds, and real conversations from the motorcycle world, this episode is for you.

Ride Hard. Talk Loud. Live Free.

#ThrottleAndIron #TNACustoms #IndianMotorcycle #PerformanceBagger #CustomMotorcycles #MotorcyclePodcast #BaggerLife #Vtwin #MotorcycleCulture