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It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 55, the boys dive into Ken Roczen, MX2, Jo Shimoda, Monster Energy Kawasaki, who you would sign, and more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Namura, Race Tech, and Partzilla.
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. Monster Energy Kawasaki team manager Dan Fahie talks to Matthes about Jason Anderson's season, Prado's injury, building a winning team, race bike adjustments, Kawasaki and the MXDN and more
This week our SMX Insiders tackle the top stories in the SMX paddock. Join hosts Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas as they talk Chase Sexton and Cooper Webb's battle in Arlington, Haiden Deegan's domination and Coty Schock's surprise podium. Monster Energy Kawasaki's Jorge Prado joins the show for the Big Interview.Dr. McGinley has an update on Jordon Smith in the SMX Medical update and we look ahead to the one and only Daytona Supercross.
Broc Tickle is the 2011 250 west region supercross champion, factory KTM, Suzuki and Kawasaki rider and current Monster Energy Kawasaki race team test rider. We sat down with Broc to go through his life and career.
It was only Jason Anderson in attendance for Monster Energy Kawasaki at the 2025 SMX Media Days, but we've also included Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki riders Ty Masterpool, Drew Adams, Cameron McAdoo, Levi Kitchen and Garrett Marchbanks in this On-Record podcast.
EVS Sports presents LVK: More Than Moto where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 37, the boys discuss the tricky whoops at Paris Supercross, Jorge Prado officially joining Monster Energy Kawasaki, trying to integrate Superpole into America, the Kawasaki announcement, and more. It's all brought to you by EVS Sports, Namura, and Race Tech. Use the code 'LVK30' at EVS-sports.com.
A nail-biting quest for the 2024 MXGP World Championship was only part of Jorge Prado's whirlwind year, as he was also shopping for a ride in America with plans to race full-time SMX in 2025. After racing the first four rounds of Monster Energy Supercross in '24, he actually signed with Monster Energy Kawasaki before he headed back to Europe to pursue another MXGP crown. After that the full focus went to motocross back home, until now, when he can finally reveal his plans for 2025 and beyond. Jason Weigandt caught up with Prado to learn about what it took to get here, and what he hopes to accomplish. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X Brand.
New team deals are getting announced later than ever, as we still await Monster Energy Kawasaki announcing its new deal with Jorge Prado for the 450 class in 2025. But Triumph just announced its 2025 team, featuring Austin Forkner, Stilez Robertson, Jordon Smith and the returning Jalek Swoll. We also have seen Pierce Brown on his new Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing machine, and know that Star is signing new amateur talent like Caden Dudney. Plus GasGas moves away from Troy Lee Designs and into the same program as Rockstar Husqvarna, including Rockstar sponsorship. Jason Weigandt talks about all of these moves, and then talks to Triumph U.S. Team Manager "Scuba" Steve Westfall to hear how Year 1 went for the new brand. Scuba doesn't hold back! The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Racer X brand.
The past weekend offered a nice break for racers on the Monster Energy Supercross tour, but that by no means meant that the week was boring or without highlights! Sadly, Monster Energy Kawasaki's Adam Cianciarulo announced his retirement from professional racing after the Salt Lake City finale. We all reflect on what a great guy AC has been to deal with and more, as we've known him since before he even got on big bikes. Blake Baggett also returned to the track last weekend! Does this mean he's coming back to fill in on Rockstar Energy Husqvarna? We don't think so, but it raises some spectacular possibilities, doesn't it? This week's show was super fun...
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.
Max Anstie found himself in a tough spot a few months ago. Supercross was a bit of a mess for the likable Brit, as crashes and injuries forced him to miss multiple rounds, but all of that seemed insignificant when BBMX released much of their staff, including Anstie, mid-season. Getting hired as fill-in for a factory team became the immediate goal for Anstie, though that too proved to be a challenge, as former co-workers Joey Savatgy and Shane McElrath were going after the same gigs Monster Energy Kawasaki and Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing. Thankfully, things turned positive after Anstie talked to Martin Davalos, and soon the two charted a plan to join the Fire Power Honda team, line up for select rounds of Pro Motocross, and then commit to being a 250 Class rider in 2023. Anstie is one of the best interviews in the pits, and for an hour, he eloquently explained what it's like to join a new team, where the idea to drop to the small-bore bike class came from, and why most pros don't have a motorcycle of their own.
We have seen 4 450MX winners in 4 rounds and we have Monster Energy Kawasaki's Joey Savatgy on to talk about the series in general as well as his own progress in particular. Cole Seely is coming back to two wheels with the MCR Honda crew in the World SX 250 series and just mayyyyybe he's gonna resurface in 450 SX in 2023? Brandon Haas of ClubMX is on to talk about his team's program and progress in 2022 and plans for the future. Justin Starling is in studio securing the high level Moto centric cohosting duties. Great show!!
Check out our line of moto helmet chin mounts for action cameras here - https://wannabes.life/collections/all Check out Destry Abbott on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/destryabbott/ Destry Abbott is an absolute legend in the off road racing world and we at the WannaBes were honored to talk with him about his career and the advice that he has for anyone that rides a dirt bike. As a factory rider for fourteen years for the Monster Energy Kawasaki team, Destry won ten major championships as well as seven gold medals at the famous International Six Days Enduro (ISDE). Destry also won five AMA National Hare & Hound Championships and has competed in enduro cross in the X-Games. Destry has had an incredible life not only as a multigenerational off road racer but also as a leukemia survivor, which you can learn more about in the featured film Strong on Amazon. Strong is a must see movie about Destry's battle with cancer and will really make you appreciate his upbeat attitude and constant positive outlook on life. Check out Destry Abbott Strong here - https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Destry-Abbott-Story/dp/B07ZWWD6DR Also check out the DA8 Strong Foundation helping improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families - https://www.da8strong.org Destry is also father to Cooper Abbott who is a recently signed FactoryONE Sherco rider. We first interviewed Cooper a few months back and you can see that episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmsTVX_jaV8&t=434s Destry now runs the DA8 Training school where he works with pro racers and moto enthusiasts to help them improve their riding abilities. Destry has a wealth of knowledge and is an amazing instructor. We could have talked with Destry for hours and probably not even scratched the surface of the wisdom that he could share with us. We will have to do another podcast in the future where we talk more about techniques and training for everyone's riding benefit. Until then you can check out the DA8 Training website here https://www.da8training.com Video editing by Nikola Popovic: https://www.instagram.com/goteki_audio_video/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjwxp4vUUnAW4lLrbClFvgg
We spent an hour talking with Bruce Stjernstrom about the changes made by Monster Energy Kawasaki ahead of the 2022 season and the current state of the sport. A lifelong race fan who's held his executive positions in the industry, including four terms with Kawasaki, Stjernstrom's explanations and outlook leave little to misinterpret.Although Eli Tomac's departure from the green team was one of the most significant developments of the last year, the group's decision to put Jason Anderson alongside Adam Cianciarulo has yielded immediate success. To date, Anderson has claimed three Main Event wins, has outdueled the sport's best on multiple occasions, and is ranked second overall in the 450 Class championship standings.Is Stjernstrom surprised? Less by the results and more by Anderson's personality. Part of Bruce's role as Director of all racing operations at Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A is finding the right people for the job and seeing how they work together as a group, something he says Anderson has been excellent at.Another topic discussed at length was the perception that Monster Energy Kawasaki is very strict regarding bike setup. Over the last few years, we've heard repeated comments by former racers that the group prefers the KX450SR to be tuned and ridden a certain way, and this was said to be a factor in Tomac's decision. Stjernstrom says this is not exactly the case; yes, the team has lots of data to show what the motorcycle does on the track and what it's capable of, but they're still more than willing to try parts or settings if a rider is interested.Because our call came hours after announcements for the FIM World Supercross Championship, I asked Stjernstrom if the series is something Kawasaki is interested in following. In recent years, the Monster Energy Kawasaki team has turned away from international events to instead focus on the American-based series, and Stjernstrom outlined some of the reasons for their absence at things like the Motocross of Nations. Simply put, racing in America is where Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A wants its efforts to be directed, thanks to the largest off-road bike-buying market in the world and the two established series that travel the country.
Unleashed with The Dingo and Danny Podcast Fueled by Monster Energy
Just in time for Supercross season! UNLEASHED welcomes Supercross champion and motocross racing icon Jason Anderson from Edgewood, New Mexico. In conversation with podcast hosts The Dingo and Danny, the 28-year-old speaks about his enduring passion for motocross racing and shares his keys to success.Introduced to motocross racing at the age of 7, Jason Anderson is one of the most decorated riders on the pro circuit. After earning high marks as an amateur, he clinched the title of 250 AMA Monster Energy Supercross champion (2014) and 450 AMA Monster Energy Supercross champion (2018). Freshly signed to the Monster Energy Kawasaki roster, Anderson will be battling in the 450 class of the Monster Energy Supercross series and the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross outdoor series this year – and shares his motivation on the podcast. Also learn Anderson's secrets to building mental resilience, performing under pressure, and the best New Mexico comfort foods – only on the UNLEASHED with The Dingo and Danny Podcast.Make sure to subscribe and stay tuned for more UNLEASHED episodes. Regular editions of the show are recorded live inside Studio M at Monster Energy headquarters in Corona, California and published bi-weekly. Also follow @monsterenergy for updates.
Coming at you live from the Alpinestars 2022 Gear Introduction at Perris Raceway, Jimmy Lewis insults Monster Energy Kawasaki's Eli Tomac then summons bees to attach him. Dakar Rally racers Rickey Brabec and Nacho Cornejo talk about riding rally bikes on a motocross track. We do a little Roost Or Endo. And if Jimmy seems amped up it's because he just got off his Yamaha YZ125 and is waiting to get back on it. So even between riding stints, you can learn something about motorcycle and motorcycle-related products. You really need to listen to this show! A big thanks to our viewers and especially to the sponsors that keep this show going: Klim (www.klim.com) #klimlife @Klim Taco Moto (TacoMoto.co) @TACO MOTO CO DDC Delaney Drive Components (DDCRacing.net) Show them some love, tell them we sent you, and don't forget to share your favorite Motorcycle Podcast; Tech Talk Taco Tuesday #JimmyLewis, #TechTalk, #TechTalkTacoTuesday, #Dirtbikes, #Adventure, #Motorcycle, #KTM @Elitomac @Rickybrabec @Nachocornejo11
Eli Tomac and Monster Energy Kawasaki announced their upcoming split halfway through the 2021 season. We'll take their word that they're still on good terms, but it brings back memories of some of the sport's biggest breakups. Davey Coombs reads his feature article "All Things End Badly" from the August 2021 issue of Racer X magazine. For more from DC, Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, and the rest of the Racer X crew, subscribe to Racer X. Racer X Read Out is brought to you by Renthal.
Oscar has worked with a ton of championship-caliber riders both here and abroad. That list includes guys like James Stewart, Chad Reed and Ken Roczen, and he's currently the crew chief for Adam Cianciarulo over at Monster Energy Kawasaki.
When the dust (somewhat literally) settled on Sunday's Monster Energy Supercross finale in Salt Lake City, Monster Energy Kawasaki's Eli Tomac, GEICO Honda's Chase Sexton, and Monster Energy/Star Racing Yamaha's Dylan Ferrandis were holding #1 plates. It wasn't an easy road, and Sexton and Ferrandis had to silence some detractors—and Tomac had to erase the demons of past 450SX seasons. After the race, Tomac and Ferrandis met with the media to answer questions. Sexton was scheduled to arrive but apparently was too busy celebrating! NBC Sports' Daniel Blair hosted the press conference, but Racer X's Jason Weigandt, Mitch Kendra, and Aaron Hansel were in attendance. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.
The timing couldn't be better for two riders in Monster Energy Supercross. Monster Energy Kawasaki's Adam Cianciarulo and Honda HRC's Justin Brayton were both scheduled to miss some time in 2020 due to small injuries, but the COVID-19 lockdown gave them time to recover, and now they're dialed in and ready as supercross resumes on May 31. Jason Weigandt chats with both riders to get their thoughts on going racing again, including their practice and training plans while staying in Utah and their perspective on rolling with the changes. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.
If you talk about hard work Sara Price is the one you talk about! She mentioned she "Flips a Switch" and that is what she has done with her life. She has achieved so much in her young life you have to be impressed. A Motocross champion and the first female to achieve Factory Level Support on Monster Energy Kawasaki! She now has her own business SP Enterprises, has competed in Rally racing, is a stunt driver, and now races a Trophy Truck in races like the Baja 1000. Sara is so much more than just a racer, she is a role model and a humble person that we are honored to have had her on the show. Hope you guys enjoy!Intro song license - RedBull Sound Supply - RBLB-B2LGGKAMEFDRVI1O-RBLESupport the show (http://www.thedirtlifeshow.com)
We sat down for an interview with Monster Energy Kawasaki Pro Circuit Team Manager and Mechanic, Chad Goodwin from Texas.
Presented by OGIO Powersports In just a few weeks, Adam Cianciarulo will make his proper, long-awaited debut in the 450 class at the 2020 Anaheim One Supercross. That's not to discredit the Monster Energy Kawasaki rider's big win at the 2019 Monster Energy Cup, but as you'll hear in this chat, he knows the October race is much different than what he'll face over the course of seventeen weeks. For how popular and acclaimed AC is, he's done a very good job staying under the radar this offseason. The majority of his time was spent in Southern California, which allowed him to test parts and setup on the KX450 alongside the team, and he continued his work with riding coach Nick Wey. This will be a big year for Cianciarulo, as he is widely expected to be in the mix for good finishes in every Main Event, with hopes for a win should things go his way. Impressive results will be key, as he has signed just a one-year contract with Monster Energy Kawasaki and sees the season as his chance to prove to the sport why he's worthy of a long-time spot from 2021.
Jason Weigandt sat down with new JGR/Yoshimura Suzuki rider Joey Savatgy in the pits at the Monster Energy S-X Open in Auckland, New Zealand, to discuss his long journey toward getting a ride for 2020. After a solid rookie season with Monster Energy Kawasaki, Savatgy was left looking for work once Kawasaki promoted Adam Cianciarulo to Savatgy's old spot as a 450 factory rider. Savatgy would appear to have an easy home with JGR and Suzuki, but as that team sputtered finding funding, Joey was left to wait, wait, and wait some more. What was that process like? Did he ever consider the privateer route—or quitting altogether? Is he bitter about being in this situation in the first place? Savatgy gets honest in this edition of the Racer X Exhaust Podcast. The Racer X Exhaust Podcast is presented by Yoshimura.
Presented by Fly Racing Have you kept track of all that's happened to Joey Savatgy over the last twelve months? Things like his advancement to the 450 class via a ride with Monster Energy Kawasaki, the pack-leading performance at the Monster Energy Cup, a handful of top-seven finishes in Supercross, some mechanical woes outdoors, and an eventual departure from the factory team were the easy things to keep track of. But there was much more to all of those things than what one could see from the outside and now that the season is over, Savatgy has had some time to reflect about each. In this episode of the Swapmoto Live Podcast, we talk with the currently unemployed racer about the year, the Monster Energy Cup move over, misconceptions about reimbursement, the details of his departure from the team, and how close he is to inking a deal with another team in the pits.
2010 GNCC X1 and 2018 Kenda Full Gas Sprint Enduro champion, Josh Strang, finished in third place in the Full Gas Enduro Sprint standings. The Team Babbitt’s/ Monster Energy/Kawasaki rider finished the final round at Rockcrusher with three Cross test wins. Strang is also currently fifth in the GNCC XC1 Open Pro Class, finishing in the top 10 in each of the 9 rounds so far.
Mike Williamson's recent departure as Eli Tomac's crew chief at Monster Energy Kawasaki had lots of tongues wagging in the forum. We know people were looking for answers, and we covered an assortment of topics with him, including some distant and recent history. We also chatted about some of the riders he's worked with in the past, including Ryan Villopoto and James Stewart. He's also back to racing again, but this time with his son, Jake.
Joey Savatgy is not sure what to do. In today's social media age, he knows fans wants more transparency and honesty, but if he says too much, he'll be labeled a complainer. In part two of this Exhaust podcast with Jason Weigandt, Joey talks about getting heat for falling in front of Ken Roczen in Nashville, the reaction from fans when he signed with Monster Energy Kawasaki, and what went down at the Monster Energy Cup, where he moved over for new teammate Eli Tomac. It's been a good season for Savatgy on the racetrack, and he's also working hard on fixing his reputation off of it. Have a listen here to get his thoughts on the process. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura.
Mike Williamson left Monster Energy Kawasaki recently and we’ll ask him why that happened, look back on a fantastic career spinning the wrenches, probably talk some James Stewart, Ryan Villopoto and Tim Ferry also. Wil Hahn, manager of the Star Yamaha team, is a friend of the show and just helped Dylan Ferrandis win his first 250SX race in Seattle. We’ll have Wilbur on to talk about his role as manager, winning +25 titles in Texas recently and more. Ryan McClintock is a rider in the mid-west and also an EMT. He decided to, over time, do a survey of racers and what injuries he treated, what brace, if any, the riders use and the impact of brace usage. It was an interesting read and we’ll have Ryan on tonight to talk about it. Newf & JT are in studio!
Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Adam Cianciarulo captured his third Western Regional 250 main event of the year this past weekend at Petco Park in San Diego. Heavy rains in the area turned the race track into a quagmire, but AC rode a flawless race and led every single lap to take over the championship points lead just as the series heads east and takes a multi-week break. Cianciarulo invited us to spend the day with him in San Diego to give listeners a behind-the-scenes understanding of what goes down on a race day, from the moment he arrives at the track until after the checkered flag flew.
The Dallas supercross has not always been kind to Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Eli Tomac, but he put all of that bad history in the rearview mirror with an absolutely dominating performance on Saturday. Eli’s season has been a chorus of highs and lows and we’ll get his thoughts on the entire season and beyond tonight. It’s never easy for the 250SX West riders to endure such a long break mid-season, but it’s always easier to take when you go into it with some momentum. Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s Adam Cianciarulo has shown impressive speed all year and earned a season-best 2nd at San Diego before the long hiatus. It’s always a pleasure getting AC’s perspective and look forward to a little bench racing on all three series, and anything else he wants to weigh in on. Racer X’s David Pingree is on the show tonight. Put your kids to bed early and park your feelings at the door. Ping always slings it sideways on any topic we bring up and we have plenty to go over tonight. DMXS Radio thanks DUNLOP, Coach Robb Beams, MyLucasOil.com, Moto Dynasty, Racer X, MX Sports, DUBYA Wheels, GoPro, OGIO, Concept2 Rowers for their continued support. DMXS Radio has been making Bad Billy proud since 2001! www.dmxsradio.com Tonight at 8-10pm EST
This week Matthes calls up Monster Energy Kawasaki's Chad Reed to get the scoop on his comeback, the accidents in St. Louis, the tracks of supercross and the USGP. In typical Reedy fashion, he puts it out there in his honest way.
This week Matthes calls up Monster Energy Kawasaki's Chad Reed to get the scoop on his comeback, the accidents in St. Louis, the tracks of supercross and the USGP. In typical Reedy fashion, he puts it out there in his honest way.
Monster Energy Kawasaki hired Preston to keep the factory KX450 on the track. While his results have been mixed, Preston's one of the most entertaining riders off the track, so take a listen as he tells Matthes how it is in this podcast!
Monster Energy Kawasaki hired Preston to keep the factory KX450 on the track. While his results have been mixed, Preston's one of the most entertaining riders off the track, so take a listen as he tells Matthes how it is in this podcast!