Weekly show about motocross and supercross
Just a reminder the show is now found on the Vital MX podcast feed. Thanks for listening.
The MotoXpod Show presented by Race Tech and Boyesen will now be found anywhere you listen to your pods on the Vital MX feed. Thanks for listening.
This week HRC Factory Honda's Chase Sexton calls in to disect his season, tell us how he'll stay motivated in the final two rounds, and what he thought of Nashville. Then Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing mechanic Brent Duffe will join to look back on his '22 250 West championship with Christian Craig and how that season compares to working with Haiden Deegan, how the Deegan's personally selected him, and more. We'll get to know privateer David Pulley after that as he tells us about his dad who was a top ranked jet ski racer when he was a kid and hear about some of his career favorite moments. Finally, for the X Brand Forum check-in, Feld Motorsports Sean Brennen jumps on to clear up some things that were mentioned during Fan Fest and qualifying.
Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha's Levi Kitchen calls in to tell us about racing in the mud at East Rutherford, how he feels about his second season, and more. Red Bull KTM's Maximus Vohland follows up to discuss training at Baker's Factory, preparing for outdoors, and his plans for 2024. We close out with GasGas Elite's Mark Fineis on his 4th in SX Futures, growing up racing Go-Karts, and the possibility of racing some outdoors. The MotoXpod Show is presented by Boyesen and Race Tech.
Monster Energy Kawasaki's Adam Cianciarulo calls in to dive into his season and staying healthy. He tells us about his Heat race crash and riding within his limits. Team PRMX's Cade Clason joins second to tell us about racing Atlanta after a serious injury a few weeks ago. He tells us what his plans are post Supercross season as well. To wrap things up Twisted Tea/HEP Motorsports' Marshal Weltin calls in to discuss his second full season racing Monster Energy Supercross and how having Ken Roczen and Kyle Chisholm has helped with the team's program. The MotoXpod Show is presented by Race Tech and Boyesen.
Muc-Off/FXR/ClubMx Yamaha's Enzo Lopes calls in to talk about his best season to date, what he needs to improve on, thoughts on factory team rumors, and more. Then Twisted Tea/HEP Motorsports Suzuki's Kyle Chisholm tells us about balancing trying to prepare for racing with testing and developing off the Suzuki for the team as well as if he notices any diminished abilities at his age. We wrap up with Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki's fill-in rider, Carson Mumford, who tells us how the ride came about, his thoughts on the bike, and what he would tell a kid coming in today to watch out for. Thanks to Race Tech and Boyesen for being our presenting sponsors.
Privateer Kevin Moranz comes on to tell us about pulling two holeshots in Seattle, what happened when he was battling with Chase Sexton, and how his program works. Then former factory rider Cole Seely calls in to talk about his first US Supercross since 2019. He also talks about his plans for WSX and whether he misses racing full time. The MotoXpod Show is presented by Race Tech and Boyesen
This week Rockstar Energy Husqvarna's Malcolm Stewart joins to talk about his knee surgery recovery, where he feels he could have been had the injury not occurred, and how the injury occurred. We ask about a possible contract extension as well. Then Phoenix Honda's Cullin Park calls in to tell us about the goals he's set for the season and weekly as well as how riding at ClubMX has helped his program.
This week Rockstar Husqvarna's Christian Craig calls in to talk about his seventh in Indy, the improvements made since the start of the season, and mental blocks. Then Phoenix Honda's Coty Schock tells of if he's met his pre-season goals, how he likes the bike and more. HEP Motorsports/Twisted Tea/Progressive Insurance Suzuki mechanic Travis Soules wraps it up to let us know how winning his first 450 SX Main Event with Ken Roczen feels, how he got the gig, and what Ken's big suspension change may have been.
This week Red Bull Factory KTM's Cooper Webb calls in to tell us how he feels about his race at Daytona, how the performance of the bike affects his next contract and more. Then Honda HRC Team Manager, Lars Lindstrom, gives some insight into dealing with his riders and their needs and having Colt Nichols on the team and his future. We wrap up with privateer Josh Cartwright telling us about making the main in Daytona, working a regular job, and about his sponsor, Eko Builds.
Benny Bloss joins to discuss racing the '23 Yamaha 450 for Rock River Yamaha and his plans for the year. Daxton Bennick comes on to talk about winning the first two SX Futures races and riding for Star Yamaha. Then Juju Beaumer tells us why he chose Orange Brigade and how he felt racing SX Futures.
Pierce Brown talks about his race in Oakland, Cameron McAdoo's pass on him, and more. Shane McElrath discusses his decision to ride the Suzuki, how it's been different, and if he feels like people have forgotten his past successes.
Nate Thrasher joins to discuss almost winning in Tampa and what he needs to work on going forward. Honda's rookie, Chance Hymas takes some time to tell us about working at the 83 Compound and how it feels like a family, what SX Futures prepared him for, and more. John Short hops on to talk about his Madd Parts Kawasaki ride, why he chose the 450 class, and what he needs to do to get better finishes in the Mains
After an impressive pro debut, Haiden Deegan visits with us about his expectations going into Houston, riding his pro bike vs. amateur bike, and his nickname. Max Anstie talks about racing the 250 vs. 450, what he thought of the Houston track, and qualifying fastest.
Austin Forkner jumps on to discuss how he's dealing with another season ending injury and how a fan reaching out affected him. Jeremy Martin kicks off his Supercross East season this weekend and we wanted to get his thoughts on racing and Phil almost winning a race.
Stilez Robertson joins to discuss his race at San Diego, what he needs to work on, and more. Dean Wilson opens up about struggling with panic attacks, riding the Honda, arm pump, and being a father. Check out the Motoxpod Show live every week on the Vital MX YouTube channel and find the audio everywhere you listen to podcasts. Thanks to our presenting sponsors, Race Tech and Boyesen
Adam Cianciarulo discusses building back into racing, expectations, and watching Bar to Bar over and over. Chase Sexton talks about mistakes from A1, learning from his 2022 season battles with Eli, and more.
Aaron Plessinger discusses his more aggressive riding at A1 and his bike set-up. Colt Nichols talks about his first 450 SX and testing for Honda. Lots of banter with ML and Lewis Phillips
Hunter Yoder is racing for the PRMX Kawasaki team and wants to make up for a poor showing in '22. He's motivated and has plenty of talent to reach his goals. Derek Kelley is back with the AEO Powersports KTM team and plans on bettering his 13th OA from last year. Brandon Hartranft had a horrific injury recently and is dealing with a long road to recovery. It was great to hear his spirits up and tell what he's going through.
Sean Brennen is the Senior Public Relations Manager for Feld Entertainment/Supercross/Supermotocross. We talk about the upcoming season, new events, playoffs, big stories, and more. Jeremy Coker is the Team Manager for the Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing 450 team. He tells us about getting Eli on the team, how Ferrandis is looking, JCoop riding 450s, and more.
Michael Mosiman breaks some news on an injury he suffered at the end of outdoors and discusses some interesting thoughts on the mental side of racing. Enzo Lopes is recovered from his wrist surgery and re-motivated to show what he can do.
Cade Clason updates us on his Team PRMX Kawasaki ride and how training has been going. Levi Kitchen is healthy and is ready to get his Star Racing Yamaha out racing.
Cullin Park raced Paris Supercross and is prepping for the 2023 season on board his Phoenix Racing Honda. Alex Ray also joins to discuss Paris and his upcoming plans.
Kyle Chisholm talks about his WSX experience and what his plans are for 2023. The King, Jeremy McGrath joins to talk about Vet Nationals, how he dealt with fans, and racing off-road with his daughter. Kristin Anderson talks about Dubya USA and the Vet Nationals at Glen Helen. Tiffany Miller tells us about her Moto Resume business.
Joey Crown discusses his transition from amateur to pro and dealing with his latest injuries that have his career on hold. Garrett Marchbanks is prepping for another season of SX in the 250 class. Christien Ducharme talks about his career as a mechanic for Jett Lawrence.
Cameron Camera is Hunter Lawrence's mechanic and discusses his career path, his rider, and MXoN. Christina Denney is fresh of being the Team USA Coordinator and tells us all about that and her role with the AMA. Julien Perrier updates us on Team PRMX. ML gives us the details on SuperMotocross and we discuss the Vet Nationals
Joshua Varize joins to discuss his season and MXoN for Team Guam. Seth Hammaker jumps on to talk about getting through the year healthy and what he needs to work on.
Matt Burkeen discusses being a privateer on a 2 stroke, his hilarious vlogs, and more. Kade O'Grady wrenched for Dean Wilson recently and talks about his career path that got him there. Paul P discusses the RaiseIt4USA golf tournament, MXdN, and Renthal
Justin Cooper talks about being pissed he wasn't discussed for Team USA originally and lots more. Malcolm Stewart makes his first appearance on the show and does not disappoint. Jordan Troxell discusses wrenching for Ken Roczen and about his career. Derek Rankin drops new about BBMX. Derek Kelley is going for a top 10. Freddie Norren was a late add and talks about his season
Shane McElrath talks about his new deal with Muc-Off/FXR/Club Mx Yamaha, We stacked the show with Loretta Lynn's Amateur Champions | Avery Long, Kade Johnson, Sophia Phelps, and Caden Braswell
AP came on to talk about his results and we discussed having fun within training and the team truck. Damon Bradshaw was at the river celebrating his birthday and talking adventure bikes. Zack Williams just had his best result of the year at Millville
Max Anstie has found a home at Fire Power Honda and sounds to be in a good place. Rango has wrenched for Mookie and currently Jason Anderson. He discusses his career and his riders. Dylan Kirchner is a privateer building to get in his first National
Jo Shimoda just won his first outdoor moto and overall. He discusses that and trying to get outside his comfort zone. Hayes Edwards is an amateur from Texas that just qualified for Loretta's 6 days after breaking his collar bone. (His dad is also Colin Edwards) Alessio Sasso is a privateer who trains at The Red Dog Academy and is in his first year doing pro nationals
Brandon Hartranft talks about being more positive and believing in himself. Carter Biese is a privateer that has had some big injuries and is looking forward to the getting to Red Bud. Evan Nystrom is the owner of EN Lifestyle Performance and Derek Kelley's strength and conditioning coach
Marshal Weltin made his HEP Suzuki debut and talks about the transition from Gas Gas. Max Vohland is healed up and getting back to where he expects to be. Derek Kelley got his first top 10 moto at Thunder Valley. Doc Smith made his pro National debut
Josh Ellingson is a muti-time championship winning mechanic. Cindy Thomas is a retired AMA scorer for Supercross and Nationals as well as Jason Thomas's mom. She has stories for days. And we check in with Derek Kelley who has started off outdoors great with AEO
Brent Duffe is coming off his first championship as a mechanic with Christian Craig. He discusses how that feels, what it's like working with CC and his thoughts on his good friend Justin Brayton's retirement. Levi Kitchen talks about what he needs to work on, how he feels about his competition, and music. Fully from Acerbis USA joins to discuss the new Metallic plastic and more
Michael Mosiman is ready for outdoors and gives us some insight into his working relationship with Barcia. Nick Romano announced he'll be racing the entire National schedule. Tony Alessi discusses MCR's SX season, his philosophy on being a team manager, and more. Justin Bogle is just a cool dude. TroyDog has a big announcement
Justin Starling discusses his season, announcing the Yamaha Privateer Challenge with Cade, and a startling revelation. AP is back BABY! He tells us how much he's missed it, how he feels about his new teammates, and where he would time travel to. Garrett Schlegel owns PrivateerLife.MX which is a great website connecting privateers and those who want to help them
Colt Nichols is on the mend from his A1 crash and catches up with us about being ready to be back and about next year. JMart joins to discuss recovery as well. And about dealing with the lows of missing races
JCoop is back on the bike after his nasty foot injury and is excited to be back. Austin just won in Foxborough and talks about maturity, the crash into Varize, and I asked him about 2023 and possible 450s
Enzo talks about coming to the U.S., a lingering issue with his shoulder, and makes fun of Phil. Benny Bloss talks about coming back from injury and the recent tracks. Charles Castloo recently moved from 100% to Stacyc
We talk to RJ about his first SX win and the mental struggles of this season. Chase jumps on to talk about staying positive and learning from the mistakes. Joshua Varize discusses his season and what his plans are for outdoors. And Jerry Robin talks about his injury, custom gear and graphics, and fantasy
Riki Rachtman is a track reporter with American Flat Track, the former host of MTV's Headbanger's Ball, owner of the Cathouse rock n roll club, and so much more. He talks about his love for motorcycles and where it came from as well as some rock n roll stories. This one was a lot of fun
This is another non-moto pod. Kyle Juett is the bass player and vocalist for the Texas based hard rock band, Mothership. I'm a big fan and Kyle was cool enough to come on and discuss a bunch of stuff from early influences to starting the band with his brother, Kelley, to what's next. If you dig rock n roll, enjoy this one
Garrett Marchbanks jumps on to talk about his season. His buddy Chance Blackburn joins to discuss the "incident" from the 250 LCQ and to tell us about himself. Matty B hasn't been on in awhile and is coaching at South of the Border. And it's time for a DK check in.
ZachO discusses being the Husky Ambassador, Hunter is ready to get back to 250 West action, Logan and his OF title sponsor, Hanna Ray, talk about how the deal came to be, and privateer Doc Smith talks about his first season of professional SX. Tyler Sudderth in studio
KP talks about another AX Championship and some general questions. Trent Maher jumps on from Down Under for a few. Kevin Moranz talks about having a couple of his best finishes ever on a 450. Bryan Riddle owns Rising Moto Clothing. And Jagger Craig tells us about his experience with KTM JR SX and signing autographs
Vann Martin gives a few minutes to talk about his recent back injury at Minneapolis, what his future may hold, the Road2Recovery fund, and some FANTASTIC news
Cameron McAdoo won the Triple Crown at Arlington and talks about nicknames, home life, and hype. Broc Tickle joins to discuss testing for Kawi, working with Jason Anderson & Jett Reynolds, his career, and the publics perceptions
JMart talks about his feelings on being back and where he is in his career. Gary Sutherlin was a former WORCS Champ and AMA Hare & Hound Champ and now works for Fly Racing. Jamie Ellis is the owner of Twisted Development building motors and ECUs for some of the top teams in the pits