- 2 hours 14 minutesClevelandMoto 549 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Makenzi Martin and Mitch Boehm.
Special Guests!
Makenzi Martin, Membership Events and Program Manager and Mitch Boehm Editorial Director from the American Motorcycle Association answer questions from the team.
Oh, and Harley Bob is back!Remember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
5 May 2026, 8:00 pm - 2 hours 25 minutesClevelandMoto 548 FLATOUT Garage is here!
How about a kinder, cheaper Desert X from Ducati? Check out that valve maintenance interval!!!
https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/desertx/desertx-v2
Greg Castillo Joins us from FlatOut Garage.
Guy Martin gets 12 points on his license and now has a suspended license.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86exgd6z01o
In honor of Greg:
Honda launches a FTR125 Monkey bike in the Philippines
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24 April 2026, 3:00 pm - 2 hours 20 minutesClevelandmoto 547 The amazing new Harley business model. We're saved!
ClevelandMoto podcast 547 Show Notes:
Honda releasing 2 new 400cc 4 cylinders, but, will we see them in North America?
- Last month we talked about the 4 Cylinder 500cc bikes that were at the CIMA (Chinese motorcycle show), but these are made in Japan and would compete with bikes like the Kawi ZX400RR - who is going to pay double for a 4 cylinder when there are dozens of 400cc Singles and twins to choose from?
https://global.honda/jp/news/2026/2260320.html
Aprilia thinks you can never have too many wings....they've just patented "Leg-Wings" that go behind a riders legs to improve aero.
Harley davidson announced their plans for saving their company and it's based on..... drum roll please.....HERITAGE!
Can KKR & Co. buying 4 Billion of their only profitable division and giving them a very short lifeline be enough to rescue the brand? Be sure to watch the willie nelson video below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq9TOdyt6So
Phils going to guadalajara in 2 weeks, it's going to be 90+ every day, I'm flying in and out, what is ESSENTIAL, but can still be brought on the plane for comfort and safety?
Anyone wanna ride the Triumph speed 400? I'm bringing one.
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17 April 2026, 4:00 pm - 2 hours 22 minutesClevelandMoto 546 Can Bimota do a 400cc?
podcast 546 show notes:
https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streams
Mid Ohio / AMA VMD camping/ticket madness. I guess we're only allowed to co-habitate this year at VMD. The price has gone up and your tent or camper pass comes with 2 all-weekend passes. Well, that's no fun.
The CAKE Comeback: the return of the electric motorcycle manufacturer under new ownership, analyzing what this means for the premium electric commuter market.
Honda’s E-Clutch Expansion: the 2026 Transalp getting the Automated E-Clutch, discussing if this technology is the future of accessible adventure riding.
CFMOTO’s High-Revving 500SR Voom: Analyze the specs of the new 500cc inline-four sportbike and whether retro-styled, smaller displacement bikes are gaining momentum.
Bimota KB399 First Look: Discuss the Italian brand's new sub-400cc sportbike, focusing on the intersection of premium pricing and small-displacement.
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15 April 2026, 10:00 pm - 2 hours 9 minutesClevelandMoto 545 The return of the Romantic Hispanic.
youtube.com/live/uIuIykQsSqI?feature=em-lsb-owner
Cleveland Moto Podcast Show notes 545
Welcome back to the Romantic Hispanic, Oscar is in town.
What tech can you live without on your motorcycle?
Airbags, put them on the person, or put them on the bike?
Recalls: The 2026 Yamaha TW200 has been recalled due to a faulty speedometer.Remember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
6 April 2026, 4:00 pm - 2 hours 33 minutesClevelandMoto 544 What is the most reliable motorcycle? Lithium is on FIRE!
https://youtube.com/@clevelandmoto?si=vykhTfm5eafJBwwB
Episode 544 show notes:
What is the most reliable motorcycle?
Is a Lithium motorcycle battery right for you?
Triumph is giving away a special edition Bonneville 1200 for the distinguished gentleman's ride.
Kawasaki has upped the ninja zx6 recall into a do not ride/d do not sell situation. Going back to 2024.
The baby GS has been announced for the European market, but we won't be seeing it until it's a 27 model for the United States. Expect the price to be over $7,500 for the base model. Built by TVs in India
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31 March 2026, 2:00 pm - 2 hours 30 minutesClevelandMoto 543 Graham Sykes Steam motorcycle world record holder.
Not foolin' this is one of our absolutely greatest guests ever. Graham Sykes and his wife Diane are the brains and brawn behind the Force Of Nature Steam Powered drag racing motorcycle. Do you like science and engineering? Well strap in buttercup, we're cooking with gas here (technically Kerosene).
He's got about 8 world records including a silver medal in testicular circumference.
It goes from 0-100 mph in 8/10th of a second.
We also talk about motorcycles you can buy today for less than $5k (and they're all fuel injected).
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20 March 2026, 9:00 pm - 2 hours 25 minutesClevelandMoto 542 WTF Honda?
Watch LIVE tonight on our YouTube channel at 8pm: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streams
Aprilia steals the podium from Ducati. MotoGP Results:
(Aprilia) won the opening round of the 2026 season at the Thai Grand Prix
- Historic Podium: 18-year-old
- Kayla Yaakov
- became the first woman to reach the podium at the Daytona 200
- https://kaylayaakov.com/
- Rahal Ducati is clearly stacking her deck: filmogaz.com/190390
Honda issues a bunch of recalls and stop-sales:
Honda has issued several stop-sale orders and recalls in 2024–2025 due to safety defects (faulty fuel pumps on Gold Wings and CBRs), emissions compliance issues (Grom 125 and 300L), and potential, faulty switches on Africa Twin models. Additionally, poor sales for certain models have led to dealers pulling stock, and some, like the Super Cub 50, are being discontinued.
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Key Stop-Sale/Recall Details:2017–2024 Gold Wing, 2018–2020 CBR600RR, 2018–2019 CBR1000RR: Faulty fuel pumps.2020–2026 Grom 125: Emission label/fuel system compliance issues.2020–2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin: Left handle switch/wiring harness issue.2022–2024 CRF50F, CRF110F, CRF125F: Off-road recall for crash risk.300L Models: Ongoing, nationwide, stop-sale due to emission compliance.
Deaths are down injuries are up at Daytona bike week:
You can win a motorcycle for $50 at MotoGo bringing back shop class benefit.
https://app.betterunite.com/motogo-bringinbackshopclassbenefit
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13 March 2026, 6:00 pm - 2 hours 56 minutesClevelandMoto 541 Why don't you cool it with those negative vibes?
Positivity Wins. And believe me, we need a win.
Nothing but good vibes on this podcast until Chris decides to bring up Harley Davidsons new smaller bike...we nearly lose it all. McElfresh had to shoot Tom with a Tranquilizer dart.
Video is here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/sXOqarOyvmk?si=zNhHkkpU4Invm_zJ
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11 March 2026, 7:00 pm - 2 hours 17 minutesClevelandmoto 540 Tour Mexico with Robot
Our special guest Jeff Corsaro (Robot) from ScooterWest / Motorsport San Diego and Pete share their experiences and advice about riding in Mexico.
1. Royal Enfield’s First Electric Motorcycle Nears Launch
Key points:
- $6500~$8000 USD
- Rumored to carry tech roughly on par with a 250–350cc petrol bike’s performance. But top speed 70mph
- 62-93 miles on a 5~7.5 kw/h battery
2. Honda Revives Multiple Iconic Models for 2026–2027
Key points:
- Honda announced the return of several classic and niche models across its 2026–2027 lineup.
- Sportbikes: MSRP reductions of $500–$1,000 on models like the CB500 Hornet, CBR500R, and CBR650R.
- Technology: The E-Clutch system is expanded to the 2026 CB750 Hornet.
- Bet you didn't even know they made trials bikes:
- https://hondanews.com/en-US/powersports/releases/release-a1b87e077480ca5300ff8f02cf07a480-2025-honda-montesa-cota-models-features-and-benefits
3. Harley-Davidson Shifts Homecoming & Partners With Summerfest
Key points:
- Harley-Davidson is reshaping its Milwaukee Homecoming event, making it part of Summerfest which is an annual 9 day music festival. HD will be part of it every 5 years.
- The moves come as Harley pushes to integrate with larger audience demographics and save $$$
4. UK Motorcycle Industry Faces EV Incentive “Cliff Edge”
Key points:
- The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) warns the end of the Plug-in Motorcycle Grant (PiMG). Cars continue to get subsidies and discounts. MC's might have to start paying a per-mile road usage fee since they're not buying any taxed-gasoline.
5. Two British Riders Face Legal Case in Iran – Community Reacts
Key points:
- Two British motorcyclists travelling long-distance were detained and charged in Iran.
- On 3 January, the couple were detained despite having Iranian visas, a guide and an approved itinerary.
- Are they spies or just future trading-fodder?
- Would you ride in Iran? Pakistan? Jordan?
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5 March 2026, 6:00 pm - 2 hours 49 minutesClevelandMoto 539 What if AI designed a motorcycle Podcast?
Just kidding, sleepy picked these topics and had AI add some flavor.
This is cool anyway:
ClevelandMoto – Feb 2026 Industry Deep Dive
(Loose Bullet Point Rundown – No Scripted Radio Stuff)
1) Federal Bill to Redefine “Motorcycle” (H.R. 3385)
Bullet Points:
- Proposed federal change to motorcycle definition.
- Could remove autocycles (like Polaris Slingshot) from “motorcycle” category.
- Would affect:
- Licensing requirements
- Helmet laws
- Registration standards
- Federal safety compliance
- Motorcycle Industry Council strongly opposing.
- States often mirror federal definitions → could trigger 50-state mess.
- Bigger question:
- Is this about safety?
- Or about protecting traditional motorcycle classification?
Debate angle:
Where do we draw the line between motorcycle, trike, and car-with-handlebars?2) MotoGP Moving Australian GP to Adelaide Street Circuit (2027)
Official Announcement:
https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2026/02/19/motogp-to-roar-into-the-city-streets-of-adelaide-from-2027/874866Bullet Points:
- Australian GP leaving Phillip Island.
- Moving to downtown Adelaide street circuit.
- First premier-class MotoGP street race.
- 340+ km/h bikes on city streets.
Why This Is Huge:
- Phillip Island is iconic. Fast. Flowing. Dangerous in its own way.
- Street circuits = tighter, less runoff, concrete walls.
- F1-style spectacle move?
- Is this Liberty Media influence?
- Will riders push back?
- Safety vs spectacle debate.
Discussion angle:
Is MotoGP becoming entertainment-first like F1?
Or is this just evolution?3) Harley-Davidson Scaling Back Production
Source:
https://www.the-sun.com/motors/15938521/harley-davidson-decreasing-motorcycle-production/Bullet Points:
- Harley reportedly reducing motorcycle production.
- Shifting focus toward:
- Parts
- Accessories
- Apparel
- Aftermarket margins
- Higher profit per customer vs per bike.
Big Industry Questions:
- Are OEMs becoming lifestyle brands first?
- Is this supply chain caution?
- Is demand soft?
- Smart long-term profitability move?
- What does this mean for:
- Dealer floor space
- Inventory flow
- Used market values
Debat
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