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Monster Energy Supercross heads to Salt Lake City for its season finale and the SMX Insiders are here to get you ready for the big night. Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas break down Haiden Deegan's title run in 250 West, the final 450 battle between Cooper Webb and Chase Sexton, and the 3-rider showdown between Tom Vialle, Seth Hammaker, and RJ Hampshire for 250 East.
Ricky Carmichael welcomes in special guest Jeff Stanton to discuss Supercross' return to Pittsburgh, Cooper Webb's flag-to-flag victory, Tom Vialle finally gets the checkers, is there a favorite in the 250 East, Chase Sexton and the whoops, Malcolm Stewart's late hit, Justin Cooper's solid night, and a preview of the 250 West returning in Denver.(1:30) Welcome to Title 24, Jeff Stanton!(4:19) Take an adventure with 6-time(9:20) Cooper Webb's emphatic win(12:51) Webb feels he's not safe(16:55) Contenders more focused, or are the rest just done?(20:45) To Taunt or Not to Taunt?(22:05) Chase Sexton and The Whoops(31:03) Always start on the inside(32:48) Did the heat race kill Chase's confidence?(38:27) Malcolm Stewart takes out Ken Roczen(41:28) Justin Cooper's making it happen(44:24) Basically a "Winner Take All" in the 250 East(46:10) Seth Hammaker the biggest surprise this year(44:08) Tom Vialle comes up clutch despite practice crash(50:02) RJ Hampshire's can't make those mistakes(51:58) 6-time relives 1992 Winner-Take-All.(57:10) Which 250 East rider has the advantage?(1:00:15) Amazing what Max Vohland is doing(1:04:44) A look at the "next generation" with 6-time(1:14:40) Is one-lap speed overrated?(1:20:11) SMX on NBC this week(1:21:30) Denver Preview: Deegan vs. Davies(1:28:42) Coop & Chase: The plan for the last 2(1:30:10) We've got a new partner(1:32:12) Add comms to SMX, please(1:33:24) Another new addition(1:34:08) This Week on the Farm(1:35:15) Don't wheelie-challenge 6-time(1:37:05) One more story: Poppy!!!!
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto sit down to discuss the weekend in New Jersey, Chase Sexton's dominant performance, Cooper Webb's mindset, Justin Barcia's unfortunate finish, the points battle for 4th, which of the Top 3 riders in 250 East can take home the title, RJ Hampshire's wrist, what rules could be changed, and are the tracks too dangerous after a rough weekend.
Ian Harrison (00:06), Justin Cooper (05:05), Colt Nichols (08:00), Seth Hammaker (10:44), RJ Hampshire (12:59) and Cullin Park (17:49) discuss the 14th round of 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross.
Hear from the podium finishers at the Philadelphia round of Monster Energy AMA Supercross and the SMX World Championship, featuring Chase Sexton, Cooper Webb, Ken Roczen, Cole Davies, Haiden Deegan and RJ Hampshire. The press conference is hosted by Haley Shanley. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrack School and Racer X Brand.
The MotoXpod this week features Rockstar Husqvarna Factory Racing's RJ Hampshire, who is coming off a second in Birmingham and is currently second in the 250 East points. Then, Team Tedder KTM's Justin Hill will join to discuss his season, unconventional career, and more. If you have any questions for the guests, let us know. You can also email Motoxpodshow@Gmail.com if you want to get in on the Evan's Coolant Emails, T-Bolt USA Top 5, FXR Picks for Seattle, and the X Brand Forum Check-In. Watch live on the Vital MX YouTube channel starting at 4:30 Pacific/7:30 Eastern.
We're officially past the halfway part of the 2025 Monster Energy Supercross Championship and things are as tight as ever with only eight points separating Cooper Webb and Chase Sexton in the battle for the number-one plate and 10 points between East Coast Champ Tom Vialle and pursuer RJ Hampshire. Last weekend's final Triple Crown of the series may have lacked tooth-in-nail battles to the finish, but there was plenty of material to go over in this week's race recap.
Justin Cooper (00:06), Justin Barcia (02:59), Dylan Ferrandis (07:01), Seth Hammaker (11:13), Tom Vialle (14:03), Haiden Deegan (17:36) and RJ Hampshire (19:49) discuss the ninth round of 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross.
Ken Roczen finally did the Daytona deal in his 11th effort and we have him on to talk about reaching that incredible milestone. What a season it is turning out to be for the fan-favorite on yellow. RJ Hampshire took a big step toward righting his season with the WIN in Daytona. He joins us to talk about winning his home town race and how big that is for him. Tim Ferry comes on to talk old times, and hit on some of Evan's updates since his crash and surgery. Adam Enticknap of Track Talkers is on to bring the hype and talk about the incredible season we've had so far. JT Money is in studio bro!
(1:00) Welcome to Title 24(2:20) RCSX Amateur Origin Story(4:20) What would you change about the track?(7:37) Moto-Dad Chronicles: The Business of Holeshots(9:08) Ken Roczen: Consistency Prevails!(14:27) Did Ricky motivate Kenny?(17:36) Has Roczen broke the Webb Curse?(20:20) Sexton with another mistake.(25:01) Sexton's interesting LCQ and Main.(27:31) Cooper and the Cowboy.(29:50) RJ Hampshire and the Moment of the Night.(31:00) Max Anstie's rough weekend.(32:17) Tom Vialle back in this thing.(33:53) 250 East: Here is where we stand.(34:50) Levi Kitchen asked for too much.(37:06) Was Levi's crash avoidable?(40:24) Schock'ing Save of the Weekend.(44:00) Are bike enhancements hindering riders?(52:11) SMX on NBC(53:16) East v. West can change the dynamic.(57:57) Which 450 rider will Indy favor?(59:25) A night out at Indy!(59:55) What's next for Moto-Dad?(1:03:30) Back out to Daytona!
Jason Weigandt shares some quick post-race thoughts from Daytona and round eight of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, part of the SMX World Championship, and then comes the press conference audio from the podium finishers in each class, including SMX Next. Hear what Ken Roczen, Cooper Webb, Aaron Plessinger, RJ Hampshire, Tom Vialle and Seth Hammaker had to say, plus Landen Gordon, Enzo Temmerman and Jesson Turner.
RJ Hampshire (00:06), Tom Vialle (05:32), Seth Hammaker (08:18), Chance Hymas (11:25), Cullin Park (15:15), Carson Mumford (19:22), Gage Linville (25:07) and Justin Cooper (27:15) discuss the eighth round of 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross.
We have Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's Eli Tomac to discuss recovery from his broken leg, how his season started, his plans for returning, and what 2026 could look like. Then the 1999 125 SX West champ, Nate Ramsey, will join to talk about his role as the Rockstar Husqvarna Factory Racing Team Manager, RJ Hampshire's title, Malcolm Stewart's first 450 win, and more. As always we'll have the TBolt USA Top 5, Evans Coolant Emails, Barnett Clutch's Pick One, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at MotoxpodShow@gmail.com with your picks or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.
Cooper Webb, Ken Roczen, Chase Sexton, Levi Kitchen, Max Anstie and RJ Hampshire discuss an unusual day in Detroit, with red flag restarts, last-to-podium charges and a battle to the wire in both classes. Jason Weigandt hosts the podcast with Haley Shanley hosting the presser. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, OnTrack School and Racer X Brand.
Cooper Webb (00:06), Levi Kitchen (02:25), Max Anstie (04:46) and RJ Hampshire (17:42) discuss the sixth round of 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross.
Enjoy the audio from the 30-minute 250SX East pre-season press conference in Monster Energy AMA Supercross. Featuring Tom Vialle, RJ Hampshire, Levi Kitchen, Cameron McAdoo, Max Anstie, Pierce Brown, Austin Forkner, and Chance Hymas. The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura, On Track School, and Racer X Brand.
Presented by 6D Helmets If you pay close attention to pro racing and what the racers are wearing, we'll bet you have admired the handiwork of this episode's guest, Michael Adams, better known as Michael J. Kicks. While MJK makes his living in insurance, his creative outlet and passion is art: customizing sneakers and motocross boots. We met MJK at Anaheim One when he and Marta Gazzola of Gaerne presented RJ Hampshire with a pair of custom-painted SG22 boots. Once we realized it was the Michael J. Kicks, we set up this interview and had a ton of curious questions for him...enjoy!
We talk to Ryan Villopoto to recap his first GNCC weekend where he raced a quad and YZ125. Then three time WXC champion Rachael Archer will join to discuss her first year on the RM/Red Bear/Kawasaki team. Seven time XC1 Pro ATV champ Walker Fowler will be up next to talk about his season. Then Chauncy Sharp (aka ReaperDoc) will answer questions about Motocross the Game. Finally, RJ Wageman will be on the phone to tell us about working the GNCC with Yamaha and his stunt career. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at MotoxpodShow@gmail.com with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto break down everything that happened at SMX Playoff #2 from Texas including Hunter Lawrence's big win, Chase Sexton's eye-opening post-race interview, Haiden Deegan dominant again, RJ Hampshire's wild ride again, the winner-take-all championship next week, tuff blocks, racing formats, and who is under the most pressure.
(0:00) Playoff races bring a different mentality.(4:45) RV's reunion(5:19) The internet is not our friend.(6:42) The Living Legend vs. The Future (Eli v. Jett)(9:35) The process of returning from injury.(11:00) Where was Jett better?(12:36) The official passing of the torch.(13:56) Who impressed and who didn't?(15:43) Chase Sexton can't be subpar.(19:31) Haiden Deegan puts on a clinic.(22:48) JuJu's Breakthrough(24:21) Deegan's off-track advantage?(25:17) Jo Shimoda's warrior performance.(26:37) RJ Hampshire's wild ride.(28:04) Deegan: “Don't Do It.”(30:41) MXoN Update(33:35) Grates removing the art of the start.(37:40) How many races is too many?(46:43) Motorsports on NBC This Week(47:53) Is the dirt different in Texas?
Tonight we have Monster Energy Star Yamaha Racing's Haiden Deegan to talk about winning his first Pro Motocross championship, MXdN, and lots more. Then Rockstar Husqvarna's RJ Hampshire will join to discuss his results at Ironman, SMX thoughts, and whatever else we get into. A tentative third guest is also in the works. As always we'll have our Yamaha Motor USA Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at MotoxpodShow@gmail.com with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.
Chase Sexton (00:06), Malcolm Stewart (09:04), Christian Craig (12:26), Phil Nicoletti (16:15), Devin Simonson (21:14), RJ Hampshire (23:26), Julien Beaumer (27:43) and Coty Schock (30:34) discuss all that happened at the 11th round of 2024 AMA Pro Motocross at Ironman.
Scott Smith takes an ‘off day', but Chris Cato and FOX 13's Linda Hurtado are holding down the fort, talking college football and keep their Georgia/Alabama rivalry alive. Plus, motocross racer RJ Hampshire joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LET'S TAKE IT OUTSIDE! Pro Motocross is here and Ping, Bruce and J-Law are ready to bring you the facts! The 250 Championship is wide open. Will Haiden Deegan grab a title? Can Tom Vialle and RJ Hampshire carry their momentum from SX into the outdoors? That leaves the biggest question: Will Jett Lawrence become the first person to claim back-to-back perfect seasons?
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are joined by Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250 West Champion RJ Hampshire to discuss his journey through the sport to his first professional title, but first the champions take a slew of fans questions prior to the start of the 2024 Pro Motocross season.
The SMX Insiders are ready to deliver the biggest show ever! The Jasons are ready to dive into the historic 2024 Monster Energy Supercross Season. In this episode you will hear about Jett Lawrence's 450 title, the great run for the KTM group courtesy of RJ Hampshire and Tom Vialle, Eli Tomac's comeback season, Danger boy Deegan's second Supercross campaign, Cooper Webb, Chase Sexton and much more. Ian Harrison from Red Bull KTM comes by for the big interview and Clinton Fowler breaks down the most important numbers from the first 17 rounds of SMX in 2024.
The Supercross season has wrapped up and we have both regional 250 SX champs as well as runner up on the west, Levi Kitchen. RJ Hampshire finally secured the 250SX title he's been after for years and he's on to talk about getting that monkey off his back. Tom Vialle is on to talk about winning the 250E SX title in his second year racing the series. Phil is on to talk about kissing SX farewell and how the actual experience of his last deathcross race played out. Andy Jefferson and Paul P are in studio yo!!
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto digest everything that happened in Salt Lake City, including new champions crowned in Jett Lawrence, RJ Hampshire, and Tom Vialle, a full breakdown of the incident and history in 2024 between Jason Anderson, Hunter Lawrence and Jett Lawrence, as well as Chase Sexton and Haiden Deegan's race wins, Levi Kitchen coming up short, Justin Cooper's first podium, and a bundle of fan questions.
EVS Sports presents LVK: More Than Moto where MotoOnline.com's Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 16, the boys discuss the title showdown between RJ Hampshire and Levi Kitchen, which rider would be most satisfied with their 450SX campaign outside of Jett, who the MXGP title favorite is now, and more. It's all brought to you by EVS Sports, Namura, and Race Tech. Use the code 'LVK30' at EVS-sports.com.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are together in California to discuss Jett Lawrence being one step closer to the title, Hunter Lawrence finishes 2nd to his brother, Cooper Webb's thumb issues, 250 West is all square at the top between Levi Kitchen and RJ Hampshire, the incident between RJ and Nate Thrasher, Jo Shimoda's big win, good rides for Justin Barcia and Jason Anderson, tough nights for Chase Sexton and Eli Tomac, plus what our champions would do in a close title fight as the series heads to Salt Lake City for the finale.
Jason Anderson, Jo Shimoda, Levi Kitchen, RJ Hampshire, Phil Nicoletti, Justin Barcia, Lars Lindstrom, Cole Thompson and Talon Hawkins discuss all that happened at the 16th round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in Denver.
RJ Hampshire had himself a weekend! Coming into Nashville where we had an East/West 250 showdown, RJ Hampshire was down double digits but whern the checkers waved, he was in control of the points lead. He joins us to talk about the weekend and of course, making Phil Nicoletti mad. Evan Ferry and Triumph cycles have agreed to part ways. It's a wild turn of events early in their relationship, so we had Evan on to talk about it from his perspective. Filthy announced his retirement from racing at the end of the '24 season and he's on to keep us up to date on how the farewell tour is shaping up. Lil D of FMF Racing is on filling us in on what's going on in the World of pipes and Drops. Like always he's giving cool stuff away too. We have Dave Ginolfi and Denny Stephenson in studio too with DBO telling us all about the stabbing incident. Great show!!
Jett Lawrence, Hunter Lawrence, Adam Cianciarulo, RJ Hampshire, Haiden Deegan, Jason Anderson, Phil Nicoletti, Jalek Swoll, Coty Schock, Fredrik Noren and Gage Linville discuss all that happened at the 14th round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in Nashville.
This week we have Star Yamaha Racing's Haiden Deegan fresh off his win in Foxborough to discuss the race, riding with Ken Roczen, and more. Rockstar Husqvarna's RJ Hampshire will then join to talk about the upcoming Showdown and the 250 West series. We'll then call Team PRMX Kawasaki's Mitchell Harrison to hear about his season in the 450 class, being a privateer, and all the guests will answer questions from the Forum. As always we'll have our Pro-X Highs and Lows, the X Brand Forum Check-In, and all the other segments you've come to expect. Also email us at MotoxpodShow@gmail.com with your Highs and Lows, picks, or any other comments you may have. Don't forget the MotoXpod Show is presented by Yamaha Motor USA and Race Tech and can be heard live on Tuesday nights on the Vital MX YouTube channel.
Aaron Plessinger (00:06), Cade Clason (03:06), RJ Hampshire (07:31), Garrett Marchbanks (10:17), Phil Nicoletti (13:15), Julien Beaumer (16:58), Hunter Yoder (19:00) discuss all that happened at the twelfth round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in St. Louis.
Back to the West! Heading into Seattle, Jett opens up his points lead after winning his 3rd race in a row. Can anyone stop him? Meanwhile, in the 250W division, Levi Kitchen holds the red plate, can he successfully defend it agains Jordon Smith and RJ Hampshire? Ping and Bruce called in Justin Bogle to see what he thinks!
With Glendale done and dusted, the boys got RJ Hampshire on the line to talk about his win, give some insights into the 450 class, and what to expect from his program during the west coast break.
RC and RV break down the Glendale Track - To Quad or Not to Quad? (0:00)Ken Roczen's win a suprise? Heck No! (10:38)People really think Eli Tomac should retire. (22:05)Jett Lawrence and Tomac finally battle. (27:18)Was Cooper Webb's move on Jett dirty? (32:16)Massive props for Chase Sexton. (38:50)RJ Hampshire has the momentum. (49:50)Jordon Smith's mistakes manifest into... (46:00)Yellow light confusion - break out the rule book (49:50)Too little, too late for Jo Shimoda. (1:02:19)Nate Thrasher's gnarly crash (1:04:50)Time to change the red-flag rules? (1:07:06)Was it tough to regroup after a red flag? (1:11:11)Is it time for a Riders' Union? (1:13:34)Austin Forkner on next week (1:21:59)
Hunter Lawrence (00:06), Lars Lindstrom (04:52), RJ Hampshire (12:23), Garrett Marchbanks (16:38), Hunter Yoder (19:22) and Robbie Wageman (23:33) discuss all that happened at the sixth round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in Glendale.
RJ Hampshire finished 2nd at the A2 Triple Crown and he comes on to talk about his series thus far including a flat tire in the 3rd race at A2. Phil Nicoletti is on for his weekly segment on his race and whatever else in on his mind including a Coy story. Kyle Chisholm hasn't been on for a while and we missed the perennial Main Event guy so he's on to talk about a stacked class and how he feels out there this year. Wil Hahn comes on for some SX Futures talk. Tyler with Lifted-Trucks for Sale is on to talk about, you guessed it, Lifted- Trucks and how their deal works. We have Kris Keefer and Ken Roczen's practice mechanic Payton Stevenson are in das studio!
RC and RV recap the first Title 24 live show (0:00); Feeling on the Triple Crown format, the track, and an overviewing of the racing (3:28); Cooper wins while sick, but "say something, man" (7:45); The difference between Webb and Jett Lawrence (10:38); RV thinks Jason Anderson and Aaron Plessinger were impressive (12:20); RC impressed by Eli Tomac (14:15); Eli Tomac on Race 3 win and what it means (15:30); Boxo Breakdown: Jason Anderson's penalty and the AMA cracking down (18:42); Dunlop Due Diligence: Jett Lawrence's Rafce 1 crash and starts (26:00); Jett's Race 3 crash "reminds me of James" (31:40); Did Chase Sexton let Jett by? (37:10); "Detroit owes Plessinger one" (44:47); Quad Lock Question: Racers vs. fans and social media, Webb's thoughts (47:39); United Motorsports Moment: Levi vs. RJ (57:00); Levi Kitchen "lookwed like a vet" (58:30); RJ Hampshire had a flat, but not when he crashed (1:00:00); Jo Shimoda "needs to get it together" (1:00:55); SMX: Detroit tune-in (1:03:48); 250 East: Haiden Deegan season starts, hurt? (1:05:52); Austin Forkner "flying," can he finally get it done? (1:07:23); Rookies and the East schedule quirk (1:09:20); Triumph expectations (1:10:21); Detroit track conditions and the 450 class (1:12:18)
Jorge Prado, Hunter Lawrence, RJ Hampshire, Jason Anderson, Levi Kitchen, Julien Beaumer and Phil Nicoletti discuss all that happened at the fourth round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in Anaheim.
RC and RV discuss Aaron Plessinger's big win (2:40); Chase Sexton and Cooper Webb collide (8:00), Justin Barcia back to form (14:04), Ken Roczen's crash (15:07), Eli Tomac's rough night and the veterans falling behind in points (18:02), Jett Lawrence and Jason Anderson have a heated discussion after the race (20:30), Jett Lawrence is facing 250 riders anymore (28:37), "This is how 450 riders play" (31:00), Not surprised in Nate Thrasher's win (33:30), RJ Hampshire "needs to clean it up" (34:25), Not much time in the 250 points battle (36:18), 3 different winners so far, who is next? (38:20), Motorsports on NBC this week (43:18), Aaron Plessinger Interview (44:46), Title 24 Live Show Update (1:07:40), Anaheim 2 - Triple Crown Preview (1:10:34).
RC and RV breakdown everything that is a mud race and answer fan questions following San Francisco (0:00); 450 Review: Chase Sexton's amazing start leads to a win, but his head was already in a good place, Jett Lawrence's rough night makes him human, Eli Tomac solidified himself back competing, a huge night for Suzuki with Ken Roczen and Shane McElrath, Jason Anderson's crazy crash, Jorge Prado makes his Supercross experiment worth it, and Hunter Lawrence skipping the whoops (18:26); 250 Review: Jordon Smith wins, but Levi Kitchen is the most impressive, what happened to Jo Shimoda and Maximus Vohland, RJ Hampshire's ability to rebound, and fell-good story Phil Nicoletti stolen from us thanks to his teammate (57:58); Title 24 Live Show announcement and a preview of this weekends race in San Diego (1:07:18).
Jorge Prado, Christian Craig, Dean Wilson, Justin Cooper, RJ Hampshire and Ryder DiFrancesco discuss all that happened at the second round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in San Francisco.
RV and RC dive right into Anaheim 1 and Jett Lawrence's win, Cooper Webb's reemergence before his crash and what happened, Jason Anderson announcing he's back, Chase Sexton lackluster podium finish, Eli Tomac's whereabouts, solid efforts for several off-the-radar racers, and the big pile up at the start of the 450 Main (0:00); Hunter Lawrence fails to make the main on his 450 debut and whether or not Vince Friese made a bad move in Heat 1, RV relives 2011 Jacksonville when he missed the main, 250 review: RJ Hampshire's win, Levi Kitchen and Jo Shimoda needing to step it up, and a solid night for Julien Beaumer (26:10); How to handle a dirty rider, Jett mocks Ken Roczen, and a preview of San Francisco (53:42).
Jett Lawrence, Jason Anderson, Aaron Plessinger, Jorge Prado, RJ Hampshire, Jordon Smith, Julien Beaumer and Ryder DiFrancesco discuss all that happened at the opening round of 2024 Monster Energy Supercross in Anaheim.
RC and RV talk Jett Lawrence's comments on Jeremy McGrath's win record and more, Eli Tomac coming back, Chase Sexton defending his title, Cooper Webb's "under the microscope," and Ken Roczen's resurgence (0:00). Jason Anderson and Adam Cianciarulo have a new bike, are we sleeping on Hunter Lawrence, Malcolm Stewart underplaying his off-season, an inside look at Jorge Prado practicing for A1, Dylan Ferrandis' lack of factory support (26:32). 250 West: Is Haiden Deegan running from Jo Shimoda? Shimoda's new ride, Levi Kitchen needs to win races, RJ Hampshire's 110%, and the Quad Lock Question of the week - how important is it to win A1? (43:57)