Podcasts about bmw motorcycle owners

Richard Worsham—the founder of Janus Motorcycles—wrote a book dedicated to the art of travelling light on a small motorcycle. The Rambler's Companion is the focus of our discussion from March 2024, recapped here in a slightly edited form. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

In the third of our wayback machine episodes, we revisit Peter Egan's first appearance on Chasing the Horizon. Egan is a renowned moto-journalist with a soft spot for vintage British bikes. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Hit the way way back machine with this rebroadcast of the discussion from the very first episode of Chasing the Horizon. Helge Pedersen has retired now, but in 2017 he was still running GlobeRiders, a global touring company, and he had a lot to say about his experiences. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Clement Salvadori died on May 1, 2026, and I thought it might be a good reason to rebroadcast his discussion with CTH back in Episode 86. The audio is a bit noisy, but stick with it, as Clem's insights continue to resonate. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Heather Lea first joined us in Episode 119 to talk about hydration and her round-the-world ride. She's back 60 episodes later to talk about the book she wrote about that trip—and a whole lot more, too. There is no news in this episode. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

"Let's go on a 5,000-mile trip this summer on my 45-year-old motorcycle," said dad Will Andalora to daughter Mae in the spring of 2025. "That sounds like a fantastic idea," said Mae, and the planning began. Join them to find out what a trip like that takes—and exactly how many tank tops to bring along with you. The news digs into the Japanese market, Royal Enfield, LiveWire, LG and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Imagine taking a long trip and realizing early on that your luggage sucked. Most of us would just be angry and replace it. David Jenni thought "I can make something better than this," then set out to do exactly that with his company, Enduristan. The news looks at the end of Wolfman Luggage, what Honda and Yamaha are doing patent-wise, Klim's new armor and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Whether it's in front of the camera on network or cable shows or behind it steering the public relations efforts of big-name brands, Mike Caudill is deeply embedded in the motorcycle industry, and he's here to share his thoughts and expertise with you. The news gets into the latest with Harley-Davidson, Toyota—yeah, Toyota!—Honda, BMW and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

If you're going to have an existential crisis, Louisa Swaden might be the rider to have near you when it happens. We discuss her riding, her philosophy and her recent book, The Stoic Rider. The news analyses India's tax policy, MV Agusta's price cut, a new bike from Royal Enfield, Ducati getting into bed with AI and the Verge/Donut EV partnership. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Rox Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

If you've ever thought about buying and riding a vintage motorcycle, this is the year you'll want to listen to Chasing the Horizon! We're engaging experts skilled in restorations, custom builds and motorcycle maintenance to give you the low-down on exactly what owning a vintage bike requires. Join Brooke and Jinks from Motoworks, who are back to talk about what taking care of older bikes asks of us. The news looks at Ducati, Honda, Suzuki, Triumph and Royal Enfield. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by ROX Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news at chasingthehorizon.us.

Motorcycle racing is a dangerous, demanding sport that usually attracts young riders. Elizabeth Waltman, surprisingly, took it up at age 66 after decades of street riding. Now 70, she teaches others how to ride on the track. Track skills make a person a better street rider, Elizabeth says. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

If you've ever thought about buying and riding a vintage motorcycle, this is the year you'll want to listen to Chasing the Horizon! We're engaging experts skilled in restorations, custom builds and motorcycle maintenance to give you the low-down on exactly what owning a vintage bike requires. Join Zack Witkowsky for his take on custom builds, which might include putting a Japanese front end on your German motorcycle. The news looks at Indian, Honda, Royal Enfield, Damon, the global motorcycle industry and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Schuberth Helmets, ROX Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news at chasingthehorizon.us.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 79 features Ian Solomon, Dean of the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia. Ted Moyer joins your host to discuss what's going on at the MOA right now:  March is Membership Month, club rallies and more. Thanks for listening!

One of the best places to ride in Texas is Big Bend. It's an expansive area in the southwestern U.S. that features mountains, deserts and canyons carved by the Rio Grande River. Big Bend National Park serves as the centerpiece, stretching for 1,250 square miles. A recent visit revealed the area's rugged beauty and timeless appeal. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 78 features Stephen Seifridsberger. He discusses MotoReveler, his book, The Moto Social, Fährt and more. Ted Moyer joins your host to discuss what's going on at the MOA right now:  February's Rally Registration special, the Oilhead 259 podcast and Premier Training dates for 2026. Thanks for listening!

If you've ever thought about buying and riding a vintage motorcycle, this is the year you'll want to listen to Chasing the Horizon! We're engaging experts skilled in restorations, custom builds and motorcycle maintenance to give you the low-down on exactly what owning a vintage bike requires. Join custom builder Eli Carver for a discussion on a more traditional approach to restorations. The news checks in on Indian, Honda, Verge, the Women Riders World Relay and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Schuberth Helmets, ROX Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 77 features Donna Farrell, member since 2021 and currently a member of the MOA Foundation's Board of Directors. She discusses the SE BDR and her adventures in the 2025 GS Trophy Qualifier. Ted Moyer joins your host to discuss what's going on at the MOA right now: the Grand Coddiwomple and the Mac McHugh Mileage Challenge. Thanks for listening!

If you've ever thought about buying and riding a vintage motorcycle, this is the year you'll want to listen to Chasing the Horizon! We're engaging experts skilled in restorations, custom builds and motorcycle maintenance to give you the low-down on exactly what owning a vintage bike requires. Join Ande Kahora of Barrington Motor Works for a discussion on a more traditional approach to restorations. The news checks in on KTM, Indian Motorcycle, LAND Moto and more. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Schuberth Helmets, ROX Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

There's no better way to see the country than on a motorcycle. The only problem:  with so many wonderful sites to see, how do we make time for them all? Obviously, we can't. As we age, we're faced with prioritizing our bucket list and enjoying the rides we can take. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 76 features Bob & Bonnie Cohen, our Co-Chairs for the National Rally in 2026. We hope you'll join us in Essex Junction, Vermont, in June! Additionally, Ted Moyer and your host Wes Fleming bring you the latest on what's going on with the BMW MOA, including info on the Completely Vintage "Fun'raiser," in which you could win a one-of-a-kind R 100 GS custom built by MOA member Chuck Pryor. We chat about the expansion of the MOA's "Member Forces" recruiting initiative and our exclusive Premier Training dates.

If you've ever thought about buying and riding a vintage motorcycle, this is the year you'll want to listen to Chasing the Horizon! We're engaging experts skilled in restorations, custom builds and motorcycle maintenance to give you the low-down on exactly what owning a vintage bike requires. Join Lee Deyoung for a discussion on the different approaches to restoration riders can take. We haven't forgotten about news—find out what's going on in the industry in Australia and Vietnam and what's happening with Motos America and Verge (electric) Motorcycles. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by Schuberth Helmets, ROX Speed FX, Wunderlich America and the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

In this episode of RITS, Ed continues to ponder the risks and rewards of riding following the motorcycle death of his friend Tom Moffat. He raises valid concerns about the safety of riding and offers the views of prominent motorcyclists on the subject. Among them is Mark Barnes, author of Why We Ride and host of the MOA podcast The Ride Inside. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 74 features Ken Hoffman, medical doctor, wilderness EMT and MOA member since 2021. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW MOA website, bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 73 features Ben Lower, co-host of The Thing About Cars podcast and MOA member since 2002. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW MOA website, bmwmoa.org.

KELLY VALDEZ likes long distance rides. She's ridden cross country seven times—five times solo—and has also traveled extensively in Canada and Europe. She prefers speedy sport bikes over more upright models. "I have a high need for speed," Kelly says. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 72 features brand-new member Johannes Muckel, co-counsel for the Movie Mistrial podcast and fan of riding bikes older than he is. You can learn more by checking out the podcast on the BMW MOA website, bmwmoa.org.

This all-news episode includes updates about KTM/Bajaj, Royal Enfield, Harley-Davidson, BMW Motorrad, Damon Inc, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Oxford, Simpson, Verge and more! Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Rick Kallmayer has ridden motorcycles for more than 50 years and owned more than 50 bikes. But his latest is a departure from all the rest – it's his first with an automatic transmission. Rick talks about why he bought a Honda NT1100, how he likes it, and why he thinks automatics will grow in popularity. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

The U.S. National Park Service was affected by cuts to government agencies in the first quarter of 2025. We reached out to find out more from a motorcyclist's perspective and spoke at length with Kirsten Talken-Spaulding, who is a Deputy Regional Director with the NPS. This episode includes news on motorcycle thievery, KTM's numbers and more! Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Maher Maso spent almost a decade as mayor of Frisco, Texas, one of the country's fastest-growing cities. During that tenure, he brought the Dallas Cowboys headquarters and practice facility to Frisco. Despite his busy civic schedule, he always found time for motorcycle riding and even cross country racing. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

Some riders like bigger and bigger bikes. Not Mike Welch. The biggest bike he's ever owned was a BMW F 850 GS, but he much prefers his G 310 GS. For Mike and some other motorcyclists, maneuverability and handling outweigh raw power. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

We all know Peter Egan, the renowned motorcycle journalist. He wrote about cars, too, for a long time. Now he's got a new book—Landings in America—about a motorcycle-like journey he and his wife took in a Piper Cub two-seater airplane. We find time to talk about bikes, too, of course! This episode includes news on Harley-Davidson, Royal Enfield, Triumph, Energica and more! Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Many of us put on our helmets every day to go ride, but we never really think about how effective they're going to be at preventing traumatic brain injuries. That appears to be all John Lloyed thinks about; after testing hundreds of helmets, he's arrived at some fairly startling conclusions. He relates his study in this episode, which also features Mark Barnes, host of the podcast “The Ride Inside.” Due to the length and detailed depth of the conversation with John and Mark, this episode contains no news segment. Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Aaron Stevenson wanted to forge a closer bond with his teenage son, Micah, so they hit the road. Aaron rode his adventure bike cross country for almost a month, traveling 6,600 miles through 18 states, with Micah on the back. The memories they shared will last a lifetime, both say. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

Motorcyclists do a lot of different things. Kurtis Minder spends his days (on or off the bike) thinking about how to protect you from cyber criminals, and he relates his ideas, methods, successes, challenges and more in his first book, Cyber Recon: My Life in Cyber Espionage and Ransomware Negotiation. Whether he's chewing up tires on a Ducati sport bike or taking in scenery on an adventure bike, bad guys are never far from his mind. This episode includes news on KTM, LiveWire, Honda, Triumph and more! Chasing the Horizon is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 71 features Pat Tremblay, member since 2022. Pat spent the entire 2024-25 MOA Mileage Contest riding his 1966 R 27–a 250cc single-cylinder motorcycle older than he is. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW MOA website, bmwmoa.org.

In just a few years, Bobby Haas and Stacey Mayfield assembled one of the most acclaimed motorcycle collections in the world. The Haas Moto Museum outside of Dallas, Texas, features 230 motorcycles dating from 1899 to the present. Most are vintage bikes but some are custom, one-of-a-kind creations that have been called rolling sculptures. Stacey discusses Bobby's legacy and the museum's collection. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 69 features Wes Stephenson, member since 2023. Wes wrote a book about an epic motorcycle journey he took with one of his sons, but in reality it's the story of a lifetime of riding. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW MOA website, bmwmoa.org.

At 86, Tom Moffat is the oldest member of his Dallas, Texas, riding club. He's also one of the fastest and most active riders. Tom frequently leads local and long distance rides and has no plans to stop riding. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

From backpacking to motorcycling and the original Itchy Boots travel blog to a YouTube channel with 2.8 million subscribers (including me), Noraly Schoenmaker has traveled the world and spent hundreds of hours telling us all about her journey. Add depth to the story by reading her first book, Free Ride: Heartbreak, Courage and the 20,000-Mile Motorcycle Journey That Changed My Life, now available through major retailers and etailers. Chasing the Horizon is a podcast by, for & about motorcyclists brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.

Steve Ritchey was a motorcycle officer for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for 25 years. Since retiring, he's been an instructor for the Yamaha Champions Riding School. He loves riding and has some good advice for motorcyclists of all skill levels. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

Dan Bryant has a passion for off road riding, and he's sharing his enthusiasm with others. He formed North Texas Adventure Riders two years ago; its membership has swelled to 4,500. The group plans day rides as well as overnight trips to other states. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

AJ Meisel started riding motorcycles at age 10 and has never stopped. Her love of riding led her into the motorcycle industry, and she's been general manager of a dealership for more than 25 years. She still rides often on a speedy sport bike and nimble Vespa. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

BLAYNE REGAN is a hardcore Harley rider. His 2017 Ultra Glide has 320,000 miles, and he's previously owned four other Harleys. Blayne rides more than 50,000 miles a year and says he wouldn't consider another brand. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

MIKE CRENSHAW loves old bikes—specifically BMW Airheads. He owns five of the classic models from the 1970s through the ‘90s and rides them often. Mike is so old school he favors paper maps and leisurely solo rides. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 67 features our first return guest, Jean Cordalis, member since 2016. Jean broke her leg just walking down the street (really!) and joined us to talk about recovering from such a serious injury. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW Owners News website, bmwownersnews.com.

STEVE GOODE: Many of us dream of taking cross country motorcycle trips but struggle to find the time. Steve stopped dreaming and started riding. In the past decade, he's crisscrossed the country five times, each trip totaling more than 10,000 miles and lasting about two months. Steve shares his adventures and offers advice for long trips. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 66 features Scott Acheson, member since 2023. Scott competed in the GS Trophy in 2024 and joined the MOA Foundation's board in 2025. You can learn more by checking out the show notes page on the BMW Owners News website, bmwownersnews.com.

BEN and NANCY LANGLEY just celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary -- and have spent many of those years riding motorcycles together. Riding has allowed them to share a passion and see the country. With Valentine's Day approaching, they share some of their favorite riding stories. Riding Into The Sunset is brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and hosted by journalist & author Ed Housewright. Reach us by email at podcast@bmwmoa.org.

MARK LONG: Starting a new podcast is a crapshoot in any niche, but motorcycling is already a niche market, making running a successful podcast that much more difficult. We find out about how Mark's Driven To Ride podcast has built a loyal following and of course get caught up on industry news. Chasing the Horizon is a podcast by, for & about motorcyclists brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Get all the links for our guest and the news on the show notes page on chasingthehorizon.us.