Podcast appearances and mentions of robert pandya

The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum houses the world's biggest motorcycle collection, as well as a roadracing track that's built to an aesthetic standard you won't find anywhere else in North America. Oh yes, and a vintage motorcycle festival that's a must-visit event every fall. Still not convinced to make the trip to Birmingham, Alabama to take in the museum? By the end of this week's episode with communications director Robert Pandya, you will be!

“Authenticity is earned through epic work” is one of Robert Pandya's favorite sayings, and indeed, Robert has done some epic work during his long and wild and varied career in the powersports industry. In fact, Pandya is a bit of a jack of all trades with experience in many aspects of marketing, from media relations to hosting and producing world-class events to creating content for digital and print publication.For the past two years, Robert has helped shape the future of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip, known as “the best party anywhere.” But Robert's fascinating work experience is only one reason we asked him to be a guest on “Driven to Ride.” Robert is a motorcyclist to his core, and one of his passions is demonstrating ways for new riders to experience the joys of two wheels, whether it be on or off the road. In 2017, Pandya founded the “Give A Shift” initiative, a volunteer group effort intended to bring together creative and experienced people to pen a report and transcript of their conversations with the focus on improving the powersports business and encouraging a positive long-term future for motorcycling. Spend any time with Robert and you will definitely agree that he “gives a shift.”All our links: https://linktr.ee/driventoridepodcastBusiness Inquiries: hello@driventoridepodcast.com Connect with Us:Website: www.driventoridepodcast.comInstagram: www.Instagram.com/driventoridepodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/driventorideEmail:hello@driventoridepodcast.com

Hello Boys and Girls, In today's interview I have a chat with Robert Pandya. Robert has been on the show representing various things but this time he is the new C.O.O. of the Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, S.D. and he is here to tell us what is going to at the Chip during this years rally. Website  Special Thanks to our Sponsors:  Tobacco Motorwear Go get yourself some riding jeans and other products for men and women from TOBACCO MOTORWEAR and tell them the Motorcycle Men sent you. Use the coupon code "MotoMen". Scorpion Helmets  For the past 15 years, ScorpionExo® has been DEDICATED to offering high quality, innovative motorcycle helmets and technical apparel at an incredible value. So check them out at Scorpion USA and tell them the Motorcycle Men sent you. Wild-Ass Seats:  You can improve your comfort and ability to stay in the saddle longer with a cushion from wild-ass seats. So, if you are tired of those painful pressure points and fatigue, go to wild-ass.com and get your cushion today. The Motorcycle Men Support David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation Help us help them. David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation and be sure and let them know you heard about it here on the Motorcycle Men Podcast.  Gold Star Ride:  If you would like to be a part of a great cause and get some heartfelt miles in, go to goldstarride.org and learn how you can participate in the next Gold Star Ride Chasing the Cure  Help Long Haul Paul Pelland complete his mission to ride a million miles for MS. He was told years ago that a cure for MS was a million miles away so he decided to ride that million miles to that cure. You can help him by going to LonghaulPaul.com and donate to his quest for that cure for MS.Don't forget to get over and check out the Ted Shed Video's over on the Motorcycle Men Channel and the RIDE WITH TED Channel Thanks for listening, we greatly appreciate you support. Ride Safe and remember....   .... We say stupid crap so you don't have to.Support the show

This week, Associate Editor Teejay Adams and I get to ride a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 for our travels around Brisbane, Australia, thanks to the team at Motorcycle Holdings who arranged it. In Royal Enfield tradition, the Interceptor 650 features the larger twin-cylinder engine in a retro styled package with a ton of charisma. It turned out to be really fun ride—we were pleasantly surprised by how it performed. In the second segment, I get to chat with one of my longest-standing industry buddies, Robert Pandya. Robert was recently named COO of the Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, South Dakota. The legendary Chip is the central part of the Sturgis rally every year, and with the redoubtable energy of Robert Pandya, I expect to see the attendance grow exponentially. We'll see. Robert's a fun guy to talk to; I'm pretty sure you'll enjoy this episode! Royal Enfield Australia Cannon Coffee  

We chat with Robert Pandya, noted powersports advocate and unofficial "Ambassador of Motorcycling" about his work with the International Motorcycle Shows, his comical and unlikely introduction to motorcycles, and his vision for the future of our sport/lifestyle. For our video and story on Robert, visit us here: https://roaddirt.tv/americas-ambassador-of-motorcycling-a-chat-with-robert-pandya/

Hello Boys and Girls,Today's interview is with Robert Pandya who is working with IMS Outdoors. That's the Progressive International Motorcycle Show Outdoors and he is here to tell us all about their events happening around the country. If you have been to one of these events in the past, this year is certainly going to top your expectations.Special Thanks to our Sponsors: Tobacco MotorwearShinko TiresScorpion Helmets Wild-Ass SeatsUClear Digital Motorcycle CommunicatioManscaped - The New Lawnmower 4.0The Motorcycle Men is supporting: David's Dream and Believe Cancer FoundatiThe Gold Star Ride Foundation  Don't forget to get over to YouTube and check out the Ride with Ted videos. Thanks for listening, we greatly appreciate you support. Ride Safe and remember....    .... We say stupid crap so you don't have to.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/motorcyclemen)

The exciting growth the Powersports industry experienced this past year can be attributed largely to the growth in adventure riding. In the 10th and final episode of Centerstand Season 2, Robert Pandya sits down with Inna Thorn, Director of Operations, and Tim James, VP and Creative Director, of  Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®), a non-profit organization that creates off-highway routes for dual-sport and adventure motorcycle travel. Beyond exploring the recent growth in the adventure riding sector, this episode reveals and how dealers, OEMS, and brands can find success leveraging the market. Show Notes  00:00:00 00:00:01 Host Robert Pandya introduces Season 2 episode 10 of Centerstand, the final episode of the Season, and the theme of adventure riding, the industry's fastest growing sector. 00:00:00 00:01:00 Robert welcomes episode guests from Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR), Inna Thorn, Director of Operations, and Tim James, VP and Creative Director. 00:00:00 00:02:00 Inna speaks to her position at BDR and her passion for adventure riding. 00:00:00 00:4:00 Inna explains how BDR works with dealers. 00:00:00 00:6:20 Tim speaks to his position at BDR and provides background on the makeup of the company. 00:00:00 00:9:15 The guests speak to the bump in adventure bike sales and the opportunities the company has had to expand. 00:00:00 00:12:00 Tim explains how the marketing approach has changed in the past year in order to stay connected with customers. 00:00:00 00:14:20 Tim reveals plans to go back to events. 00:00:00 00:16:45 Inna speaks to how BDR is reaching new riders. 00:00:00 00:19:00 Inna reveals how BDR works with sponsors, and partners with OEMs, and how BDR helps promote brands. 00:00:00 00:32:30 Inna and Tim explain how BDR decides which companies to partner with. 00:00:00 00:25:30 Tim shares advice to dealers to increase retention and build a community. 00:00:00 00:27:40 Inna shares advice on how to build and engage the community. 00:00:00 00:32:00 Tim and Inna shares their biggest advice for the dealer and OEM market.  00:00:00 00:34:30 Robert closes the conversation and announces there will be a Season 3 of Centerstand. He invites listeners to share any topic ideas for the upcoming Season with IMSPR@informa.com.

Season 2 Episode 9 of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, is brought to you by http://www.npauctions.com/ (National Powersport Auctions) (NPA), the number one provider of auction and remarketing services in the Powersports industry. In this episode, host Robert Pandya sits down with Tony Altieri, Vice President, Business Development at NPA, to talk about the current inventory crisis, what caused it and tactical ways dealers and OEMs must navigate it. Show Notes  00:00:00 00:00:01 Host Robert Pandya introduces Season 2 episode 9 of Centerstand, brought to you by National Powersport Auctions (NPA), episode guest Tony Altieri, Vice President, Business Development at NPA, and the important theme that will be covered, the current inventory crisis. 00:00:00 00:02:00 Tony provides background on NPA, how the company serves its partners and the greater Powersports industry, as well as the company's priorities. 00:00:00 00:05:00 Tony speaks to the various types of dealers NPA partners with. 00:00:00 00:7:15 Tony reveals what is causing the current inventory crisis. 00:00:00 00:11:45 Robert and Tony discuss the emphasis on and need for the used motorcycle market.  00:00:00 00:12:25 Tony speaks to the current pricing trends and how NPA is able to see farther down the road than a typical dealer can and know where the market is headed. 00:00:00 00:16:10 Tony speaks to NPA's Value Guide and the importance of accessing data and being in tune with what is going on in the marketplace  00:00:00 00:19:00 Tony shares his perspective on the state of the motorcycle industry and his prediction for the future. 00:00:00 00:25:50 Tony reveals indicators he has seen for future interest in motorcycles.  00:00:00 00:31:00 Tony provides his advice for dealers and what their role should be in helping to sell used motorcycles. 00:00:00 00:34:50 Robert and Tony speak to the new position in a dealership of “Acquisition Staff” and the new talent that is needed between sales and service. 00:00:00 00:38:45 Tony speaks to financing and why it is more competitive than ever. 00:00:00 00:42:30 Robert and Tony discuss ways to invest in your dealership now. 00:00:00 00:49:00 Tony shares his biggest advice for the dealer and OEM market.  00:00:00 00:51:00 Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone to subscribe and get in touch with the producers of Centerstand at IMSPR@informa.com and NPA at http://www.npauctions.com/ (www.npauctions.com).

In Season 2 episode 8 of Centerstand, we explore building an aftermarket brand as host Robert Pandya sits down with the Powersport's industry's veteran of 30 years, Eric Anderson, whose resume includes developing and selling Hein Gericke, FIRSTGEAR, and private label apparel collections for Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Polaris, Arctic Cat and more, and Alex Arkhangelskiy and Ian Dunn, two of the three founders of Brake Free Technologies, a company that creates, designs, and develops high visibility safety products; mixing technology and modern design to make safety appealing to the masses. Show Notes  00:00:00 00:00:01 Host Robert Pandya introduces the Season 2 episode 8 topic of building an aftermarket brand and introduces guests industry vet Eric Anderson and Alex Arkhangelskiy and Ian Dunn of Brake Free Technologies. 00:00:00 00:01:45 Eric talks about his past work in the industry, career highlights, a few brands he has built, and what he is working on now. 00:00:00 00:04:45 Alex talks about his company Brake Free's product and its purpose. 00:00:00 00:6:00 Ian shares his personal experience in Powersports and his role as an industrial designer. 00:00:00 00:7:30 Ian explains the process used behind creating the Brake Free brand and growing the team.  00:00:00 00:10:00 Eric speaks to the differences in the ways today's brands are able to sell to consumers compared to when he first entered the industry. 00:00:00 00:15:45 Ian highlights breakthroughs in his brand and how he created and curated the videos that reached the consumers the way they wanted to. 00:00:00 00:17:00 Alex reveals how they reached early adopters. 00:00:00 00:19:30 Eric talks about market research and ways to keep connected with consumers.  00:00:00 00:22:00 Eric shares his advice for Brake Free and how to work with dealers. 00:00:00 00:23:10 Alex explains how dealers learned about their brand and why they chose to work with who they do. 00:00:00 00:25:45 Erik shares advice on how brands can best leverage their dealers. 00:00:00 00:29:30 Alex talks about how his team has leveraged an e-commerce store. 00:00:00 00:33:10 Eric speaks to the importance of the aftermarket and why they support OEMs so much. 00:00:00 00:34:00 Alex speaks to how his team is growing the Brake Free brand and advice he has for others.  00:00:00 00:39:50 Eric shares his advice for brands launching in a modern market.  00:00:00 00:42:50 Each guest shares how they can be reached and advice they have for the motorcycle industry.  00:00:00 00:47:30 Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone to subscribe and get in touch with the producers of Centerstand at IMSPR@informa.com.

In Season 2 Episode 7 of Centerstand, we explore a variety of ways to connect riders to your products and brand as host Robert Pandya sits down with two veterans of the retail motorcycle industry – Shahin Alvandi, General Manager at MotoCorsa, the number 1 Ducati dealership in North America, and Heath Cofran, Technical Media & Communications, Alpinestars – who each reveal a variety of approaches and techniques they have learned and leveraged throughout their careers. Show Notes  00:00:00 00:00:01 Host Robert Pandya introduces the Season 2 episode 7 topic of connecting riders to brands and reaching customers of all levels and introduces guests Shahin Alvandi, General Manager at MotoCorsa, and Heath Cofran, Technical Media & Communications, Alpinestars.  00:00:00 00:01:15 Heath speaks to his role at Alpinestars and how he ensures the brand is represented successfully. 00:00:00 00:06:00 Shahin shares his background in the Powersports industry and his work at MotoCorsa. 00:00:00 00:10:00 Shahin explains why the motorcycle industry is so dynamic and why it needs to be constantly evolving. 00:00:00 00:14:00 Heath reveals what Alpinestars is doing to retain new riders and the company's approach to customer engagement. 00:00:00 00:18:00 Heath explains the importance of educating riders on products and how he does so.  00:00:00 00:23:00 Heath explains why now is the primary time to provide rider education and ways to support.  00:00:00 00:25:25 Shahin speaks to track days, demo days, and other bonding experiences dealers can provide customers to interact with the industry.  00:00:00 00:29:00 Shahin speaks to inclusivity within a premium brand and the attitude adjustment he believes needs to happen on the dealer side. 00:00:00 00:35:20 Heath speaks to how he works with dealership and how he personally educates customers. 00:00:00 00:38:10 Shahin speaks to types of people he saw come through his dealership in the last year.  00:00:00 00:46:10 Shahin and Heath speak to how they each leverage events to engage with more people and become more involved in the local riding community. 00:00:00 00:52:00 Shahin and Heath each share what their company's bumper stick would say.  00:00:00 00:54:15 Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone to subscribe and get in touch with the producers of Centerstand at IMSPR@informa.com.

In Season 2 episode 6 of Centerstand, we explore ways the industry can break down the barriers for women entering the industry and how to help them grow their confidence in the industry. Tune in to this important conversation as Robert Pandya sits down with two of Powersports' female leaders, Alisa Clickenger, Owner, Women's Motorcycle Tours, and Wendy Crockett, Worldwide Motorcycle Ambassador, who share first-hand experience and knowledge on the important opportunities that bring women in the industry together and how to keep growing and supporting them. Show Notes  00:00:00 00:00:01 Host Robert Pandya introduces Season 2 episode 6 topic of breaking down barriers for women riders and introduces guests Alisa Clickenger, Owner, Women's Motorcycle Tours, and Wendy Crockett, Worldwide Motorcycle Ambassador.  00:00:00 00:02:00 Alisa gives her background in riding motorcycles and what Woman Motorcycle Tours is all about. 00:00:00 00:03:40 Alisa shares the incredible seven-month journey embarked on with her bike and how it inspired her to create her very own company. 00:00:00 00:5:30 Wendy shares her story of how she got into riding and speaks to some of her accomplishments, which include becoming one of the top female endurance riders in the world with nearly 1,000,000 miles on two wheels and the first woman ever to win the Iron Butt Rally. 00:00:00 00:7:00 Wendy highlights her 10-year experience running a motorcycle show and explains how COVID changed her recent plans.  00:00:00 00:10:00 Wendy speaks to the growth of female riders she has seen in her time in the industry and how that supports the Powersports community.  00:00:00 00:11:25 Wendy notes the important benefits of hosting garage nights, sponsoring bike races, etc., for the greater growth of the community.  00:00:00 00:15:00 Alisa speaks to the collaborative nature of women and creating events such as conferences and rides that further their connection to the industry. 00:00:00 00:18:10 Wendy speaks to the importance of confidence in riding and why women need access to education and ways to build their skills as well as general community building.  00:00:00 00:24:00 Alisa speaks to reimagining events and helping women find their community. 00:00:00 00:29:00 Alisa shares what OEMs can do to attract more women to their brand. 00:00:00 00:33:40 Wendy shares various motorcycle events she has been drawn to and gives advice to dealers on welcoming women. 00:00:00 00:38:50 Alisa and Wendy each give the OEM and dealer network a piece of advice. 00:00:00 00:41:45 Wendy shares you can reach her at https://thirdwheeladventures.com/ (thirdwheeladventures.com) and Alisa shares she can be reached at https://womensmotorcycletours.com/ (womensmotorcycletours.com).   00:00:00 00:43:30 Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone to subscribe and get in touch with the producers of Centerstand at IMSPR@informa.com.

In the second episode of Season 2 of Centerstand, host Robert Pandya speaks with Bob Althoff, CEO of Dealernews, to discuss the recent call to action made in the January edition of Dealernews for a National Powersports Dealer Association. Together, Robert and Bob dive into the premise for the association, the benefits to dealers, customers, and the larger industry, and what needs to happen next.  Show Notes:  ·     00:00:00 00:00:12 o  Host Robert Pandya introduces guest Bob Althoff, CEO of Dealernews, and his recent call to start a National Powersports Dealer Association. ·     00:00:00 00:02:00 o  Bob shares his experience in the Powersports world.  ·     00:00:00 00:03:35 o  Robert speaks to Dealernews and how it is a resource for the Powersports community. ·     00:00:00 00:04:14 o  Bob discusses the need for a trade association serving the Powersports industry and the genesis of its need.  ·     00:00:00 00:7:40 o  Bob describes how the lack of an association is hurting our industry.  ·     00:00:00 00:11:00 o  Bob and Robert discuss why now is the time to create an association and the need to work together.  ·     00:00:00 00:16:00 o  Bob explains his reasoning for purchasing Dealernews and the support he has received from outside industry leaders. Bob speaks to the potential for a ridership initiative.  ·     00:00:00 00:18:50 o  Bob describes the forms in which the Association could look like and how he envisions dealers will respond. ·     00:00:00 00:22:20 o  Bob shares how those in the industry can get in touch with him and how to get involved. ·     00:00:00 00:23:40 o  Bob explains the differences between what a National Powersports Dealer Association would provide compared to a Twenty Group. ·     00:00:00 00:29:54 o  Bob explains how he sees the AMA and MIC fitting together. ·     00:00:00 00:33:50 o  Bob explains what good advocacy looks like in serving customers and employees. ·     00:00:00 00:36:28 o  Bob gives advice to the entire dealer network. ·     00:00:00 00:37:35 Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone to subscribe and get in touch with the producers of Centerstand at IMSPR@informa.com.

In the first episode of Season 2 of Centerstand, host Robert Pandya speaks with Todd Baldwin, GM of Coyne Powersports, and Chris Sackett, President of Fasthouse, to discuss the challenges dealers and retailers faced amid-pandemic and how they are responding to continue industry growth. ● 00:00:00 00:00:11 o Host Robert Pandya introduces listeners to Season 2 and identifies the focus of the new season and walks through Episode 1, from getting product from suppliers to drawing in new customers in a virtual age. ● 00:00:00 00:02:27 o Robert introduces Chris Sackett, President of Fasthouse. ● 00:00:00 00:05:13 o Robert introduces Todd Baldwin, GM of Coyne Powersports. ● 00:00:00 00:08:08 o Todd addresses dealership challenges that are a result of the pandemic shut down in early 2020. ● 00:00:00 00:11:50 o Chris discusses how retailers had to pivot in order to connect with customers amid pandemic and lean on content. ● 00:00:00 00:14:44 o Todd speaks to how their dealership addressed their existing customers and sought out new customers via door-to-door delivery program. ● 00:00:00 00:20:13 o Chris identifies Fasthouse's target market and increase in youth demand. ● 00:00:00 00:22:06 o Todd discusses Coyne's plans to increase youth enthusiasts and how his dealership retains youth riders. ● 00:00:00 00:25:11 o Chris and Todd speak to building a career in the powersports industry. ● 00:00:00 00:32:21 o Todd offers advice to decision makers in the motorcycle industry on how to continue industry growth. ● 00:00:00 00:33:35 o Chris offers advice to decision makers in the motorcycle industry on how to continue industry growth. ● 00:00:00 00:35:13 o Robert closes with a statement around cultivating the group of new riders that arose from the pandemic and wraps up the episode.

In this bonus episode of Centerstand, host Robert Pandya and Lauren Lloyd, IMS PR Manager and producer of Centerstand, take a look at the best moments of Season 1. We reflect on the learnings from key episodes and tease the exciting Progressive IMS Outdoors 2021 tour schedule. 00:00:00 00:00:10 o Host Robert Pandya introduces the surprise episode and introduces the guest, Lauren Lloyd, IMS PR Manager and producer of Centerstand. ● 00:00:00 00:01:52 o Robert and Lauren speak to the Progressive IMS Outdoors schedule announcement. ● 00:00:00 00:06:00 o Lauren offers the full 2021 Progressive IMS Outdoors. ● 00:00:00 00:07:34 o Lauren highlights the new features and potential attractions available at the IMS Outdoors 2021 tour. ● 00:00:00 00:06:05 o Roy provides his personal background and editorial experience in the world of motorcycling. ● 00:00:00 00:11:10 o Robert and Lauren go through highlights of Season 1 and reflect on the wide diversity of guests ● 00:00:00 00:12:45 o Robert and Lauren dissect episode 4 where we learned about how to bring in the millennial rider. ● 00:00:00 00:14:19 o Robert and Lauren reflect on episode 6 where we learned about how to increase female ridership. ● 00:00:00 00:16:15 o Robert and Lauren discuss episode 5 where we learned about transitioning youth riders to becoming motorcycle enthusiasts. ● 00:00:00 00:21:14 o Robert and Lauren break down episode 8 where we learned about the future of motorcycle sharing to sell more motorcycles. ● 00:00:00 00:24:20 o Robert thanks the listeners for tuning into Season 1, teases Season 2 and closes out the episode.

In the tenth and final episode of Centerstand Season 1, we speak with two influential journalists that report on the motorcycle and automotive industries about the current state of the powersports industry and how to influence change in the coming year. Join host Robert Pandya as he sits down with Peter Valdes-Dapena, Senior Writer for CNN Business, and Roy Furchgott, contributor to The New York Times as they speak candidly about what OEMs and dealers need to learn from this year to grow the industry. ● 00:00:00 00:00:10 o Host Robert Pandya introduces the topic of discussion for Episode 10 of Centerstand and welcomes this week's guests. ● 00:00:00 00:01:02 o Meet the guests, Peter Valdes-Dapena, Senior Writer for CNN Business, and Roy Furchgott, contributor to The New York Times. ● 00:00:00 00:01:45 o Peter offers a look into his background and why his editorial focus is on all forms of transportation. ● 00:00:00 00:02:56 o Peter speaks to what happened with the automotive industry in 2020 and how trends in the automotive and motorcycle industries are parallel and divergent. ● 00:00:00 00:06:05 o Roy provides his personal background and editorial experience in the world of motorcycling. ● 00:00:00 00:11:10 o Peter addresses how powersports and motorcycling communities are seen from the business perspective. ● 00:00:00 00:14:35 o Peter analyzes the regulatory differences between riding an electric bicycle versus a motorcycle, and if it will be a gateway to new motorcycle riders. ● 00:00:00 00:15:34 o Roy discusses barriers to getting new riders on two wheels, such as the motorcycle industry's culture of exclusion, and offers an example of a sector that embraces new customers in a compelling way. ● 00:00:00 00:18:25 o Peter adds color to the motorcycling industry's intimidating air and addresses ways to change this culture. ● 00:00:00 00:21:55 o Peter addresses how the industry can break common editorialized stereotypes to talk about the different strata of powersports enthusiasts. ● 00:00:00 00:25:44 o Peter and Roy explore what would be an interesting story that non-endemic media would cover and that would expose motorcycling to a broader audience, including safety technology, rider education, and tiered licensing. ● 00:00:00 00:33:55 o Peter, Roy, and Robert dive into the three-wheeled category and the opportunities and challenges that exist in this space. ● 00:00:00 00:36:18 o Roy and Peter project differences from a regulatory standpoint from the old administration to the new. ● 00:00:00 00:40:35 o Roy shares his advice to the dealer and retailer network from a reporter perspective. ● 00:00:00 00:24:39 o Peter shares his advice to the dealer and retailer network from a reporter perspective. ● 00:00:00 00:43:20 o Robert closes the conversation and thanks listeners for tuning into Season 1 and teases Season 2.

Welcome to another episode of The Reserve Tank presented by Progressive. We will discuss how you can be a better road rider, and how to approach the topic of motorcycle education, because at the end of the day we all can learn something new no matter our skill level.   Featuring co-host Robert Pandya, the host of our sister show, Centerstand: A motorcycle industry podcast, which dives into the business of the motorcycle industry, and how industry leaders can positively affect change.   Our guest is a legendary motorcycle instructor, author, and former Pro AMA racer, Nick Ienatsch. He's also the founder and lead instructor at Yamaha Champions Riding School and strong advocate for all riders that learning how to ride never ends. Key Takeaways: 1. What's stopping motorcyclists from continuing to learn to ride?  2. How can the Yamaha Champions School expand an MSF graduate's rider education? 3. Is there an unfounded fear amongst motorcyclists about track days or going to a track that we can dispel? Yamaha Champions Riding School (YCRS) launched in 2008 at Miller Motorsports Park. YCRS 2.0 launched in 2013 at New Jersey Motorsports Park and still operates there, as well as Inde Motorsports Ranch. In addition, YCRS offers schools annually at Pitt Race, High Plains Raceway, Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Streets of Willow Springs, Carolina Motorsports Park, Palm Beach International Raceway, Homestead Raceway, Arizona Motorsports Park, The Ridge Raceway, and Sepang International Raceway. Yamaha Champions is a leading provider of Level 3 rider training for the United States Marine Corps. They provide a variety of programs, from four-hour street clinics to two-day ChampSchools, and have several OEM groups of engineers who attend on an annual basis. Yamaha Champions Riding is the only Tier-Three recognized MSF school in the country. Owners of YCRS: Nick Ienatsch, Josh Siegel, Chris Peris, Keith Culver, Limore Shur, David Bober YCRS Sponsors: AlpineStars, Arai, Chatterbox, Chickenhawk Tire Warmers, Dunlop, Esse Motorsports, Eyeball, GYTR, Hangdry, N2 Track Days, Payless Car Rental, Ram Mounts, Stone Castle, Tech Spec, Yamaha, Yamaha Generators, Yamalube Instructors: Nick Ienatsch, Chris Peris, Kyle Wyman, Roger Hayden, Eziah Davis, Ben Walters, Mark Schellinger, Louis Ferrari, Rob Cichiello, Brian Smith, Emerson Amaya, Michael Henau, Ryan Burke, David Bober, Keith Culver, Mark Thompson, AJ Ciampa, Cody Wyman, Don Williams, Rob Cichielo, Bill Sink, Ben Walters, and David Bober Website: https://ridelikeachampion.com/ (ChampSchool.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ridelikeachampion?skip_nax_wizard=true (www.facebook.com/ridelikeachampion)

Episode 8 of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, host by Robert Pandya speaks with Mike Shedivy, President, Windy City Motorcycle Company who oversees an impressive 16 different dealerships and six different brands and Austin Rothbard, Founder and CEO of Twisted Road, an innovative platform that enables consumers to rent any motorcycle from a nationwide community of local bike owners. They discuss the evolution and growing importance of motorcycle sharing in the powersports ecosystem and how incorporating ride sharing platforms into dealership strategies will enhance the consumer experience.     Evolution of Ride Sharing    ·         00:00:00 00:00:00  o    Host Robert Pandya kicks off Episode 8 of Centerstand and introduces the topic of motorcycle rentals and sharing and how the new model is exposing more new riders to the industry and increasing sales.    ·         00:00:00 00:01:00  o    Meet the guests, Austin Rothbard, Founder and CEO of Twisted Road, and Mike Shedivy, President, Windy City Motorcycle Company.  ·         00:00:00 00:2:28  o    Austin explains what his company, Twisted Road, is all about and what makes his rental business unique and the problems they are solving in the industry.  ·         00:00:00 00:4:30  o    Mike shares where he sees the industry going from a dealer perspective and insight into the Harley Davidson brand.  ·         00:00:00 00:9:50  o    Mike explains how his dealership incorporated Twisted Road for a better consumer experience.   ·         00:00:00 00:14:25  o    Austin announces multiple locations he is launching Twisted Road and growing the dealer platform.   ·         00:00:00 00:18:57  o    Austin reveals previous research on top things that stop people from buying a bike.   ·         00:00:00 00:20:25  o    Mike touches on the integration and adoption of Twisted Road into his dealership.  ·         00:00:00 00:26:20  o    Robert and his guests discuss female ridership. Mike speaks to the increase in female riders, female focused activities, how the topic personally touches his life, and his advice for the industry to welcome and grow female riders.   ·         00:00:00 00:32:45  o    Austin speaks to female ridership and how his company works with women riders.   ·         00:00:00 00:36:00  o    Austin reveals some of the most popular models used on his platform.   ·         00:00:00 00:37:30  o    Mike and Austin give their personal advice to dealers.   ·         00:00:00 00:41:21  o    Robert closes the conversation and reminds everyone we are getting close to announcing the tour dates for the IMS Outdoors!

Episode 5 of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, is brought to you by Kenda Tires. In this week's episode, host Robert Pandya diagnoses the primary challenges in retaining youth riders with guests Jason Baldwin, Director of Powersports at Kenda Tires, and Ryan McFarland, Founder and Chief Enthusiast at Strider and Founding Board Member for the nonprofit AllKidsBike.org, and explore strategies to encourage youth riding enthusiasm and keep the joy of being a rider for decades to come. Retaining Youth Ridership ● 00:00:00 00:00:25 o Host Robert Pandya introduces Episode 5, brought to listeners by Kenda Tires, and announces the focus of the conversation: retaining youth ridership. ● 00:00:00 00:01:48 o Meet the guests, Jason Baldwin, Director of Powersports at Kenda Tires, and Ryan McFarland, Founder and Chief Enthusiast at Strider and Founding Board Member for the nonprofit AllKidsBike.org. ● 00:00:00 00:10:00 o Jason discussed how Kenda gets in front of parents to encourage their kids to ride both motorcycles and bicycles. ● 00:00:00 00:11:32 o Jason discusses the importance of manufacturers working with the local community – dealerships, riding schools, camps, youth organizations – to encourage kids to ride in a fun atmosphere and how to explore the possibility of working with Kenda Tires. ● 00:00:00 00:16:00 o Ryan analyses modern hurdles to bringing kids into bicycling and the importance of the industry integrating organized kid-focused activities, such as soccer, into parent's field of vision. ● 00:00:00 00:21:45 o Jason articulates the importance of electric serving as a jumping point from bicycling to motorcycling, and how the industry should market electric's ability to bridge this gap. ● 00:00:00 00:32:17 o Jason shares his advice to the U.S. dealer base. ● 00:00:00 00:35:47 o Ryan shares his advice to the U.S. dealer base. ● 00:00:00 00:38:04 o Robert closes the episodes with his final thoughts and shares the details for Episode 6.

On episode 4 of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, host Robert Pandya has a conversation with JP Stacey, Account Director of Experience at Match Marketing Group, and Grant Longenbaugh, General Manager of Janus Motorcycles, on facing the industry challenge of reaching new and young riders. The guests discuss how they've successfully reached new riders through various marketing techniques and give actionable advice on how to connect with these new buyers. ● 00:00:00 00:00:13 o Host Robert Pandya introduces Episode 4 where listeners will hear about Powersport industry challenges from aging core demographic to marketing strategies. ● 00:00:00 00:00:45 o Meet the guests, JP Stacey, Account Director of Experience at Match Marketing Group, and Grant Longenbaugh, General Manager of Janus Motorcycles. ● 00:00:00 00:01:42 o JP shares his experience with the Powersports industry including the launch of the Spider demos and the implementation and success of the Flo's Chop Shop activation. ● 00:00:00 00:06:04 o Grant shares his background with Janus and how the direct-to-consumer model works for the brand. ● 00:00:00 00:09:43 o Grant continues to explain the Janus consumer demographics and how they cater to each of them in different ways. ● 00:00:00 00:13:47 o JP addresses the challenges in experiential marketing for dealers due to COVID-19 and how Match Marketing Group is pivoting to meet needs of powersports consumers. ● 00:00:00 00:17:50 o JP answers to the marketing tactics that are appealing to Millennials and Generation Z consumers. ● 00:00:00 00:21:42 o Grant adds to the discussion, positing that “one-size-fits-all” is not an effective approach for younger riders. ● 00:00:00 00:22:11 o Grant shares what type of Janus models appeal to younger/older demos, the types of questions they ask, and their preferred sales experience. ● 00:00:00 00:30:25 o JP adds the importance of breaking down stigmas in the industry to evolve with the new generation of buyers and lists successful trends/companies serving the younger demo. ● 00:00:00 00:37:19 o Grant shares his advice to dealers. ● 00:00:00 00:39:22 o JP shares his advice to dealers. ● 00:00:00 00:42:05 o Robert closes the episodes with his final thoughts and shares the details for Episode 5.

In the third episode of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, host Robert Pandya speaks with Mike Cunningham of Zero Motorcycles and Colin Miller of American Honda about the opportunities for brand and industry growth that market adjacencies pose. ●     00:00:00 00:00:21 o  Host Robert Pandya introduces Episode 3 where you'll learn how to engage in adjacent markets. ●     00:00:00 00:01:01 o  Meet the guests, Collin Miller of American Honda and Mike Cunningham of Zero Motorcycles.  ●     00:00:00 00:02:21 o  Colin speaks to Honda's product diversity and how dealers can leverage the different products lineup. ●     00:00:00 00:07:11 o  Mike addresses who Zero Motorcycle's typical civilian customer is and what products they've seen growth in since the pandemic. ●     00:00:00 00:09:21 o  Mike discusses the influx of new and returning riders seeking Zero Motorcycles and why he thinks interest is spiking across these categories of customers.   ●     00:00:00 00:11:07 o  Colin speaks to how dealers leverage varying range of products to reach new customers and how dealers are marketing entry level models to new riders. ●     00:00:00 00:16:44 o  The importance of dealers providing a stair step of products so customers keep coming back to the dealership. ●     00:00:00 00:18:24 o  Mike addresses the opportunities associated with introducing electric motorcycles in a dealership with exclusively gas-powered motorcycles.  ●     00:00:00 00:23:45 o  Mike and Colin speak to governmental adjacencies and how the benefits for the dealers that manage this aspect of the business. ●     00:00:00 00:28:13 o  Mike and Colin offer the dealer network actionable advice. ●     00:00:00 00:31:30 o  Robert closes out the episode with his thoughts on the biggest opportunity in market adjacencies.

Today's New Buyer, and Nurturing Your Riding Community ● 00:00:00 00:00:13 o Welcome to Episode 2. You'll hear from host Robert Pandya where he explores the current state of the industry from a dealer perspective. ● 00:00:00 00:00:33 o Meet the guest, Mark Peterson, owner of Southwest Superbikes out of Dallas, Texas. ● 00:00:00 00:01:00 o Mark offers a first-hand look into world of operating an essential business during the pandemic. ● 00:00:00 00:03:02 o Mark recites his background and what got him into the motorcycle industry. ● 00:00:00 00:04:43 o Mark speaks to his experience during the 2008 crisis and notes how the current pandemic has similarities and differences from a powersports perspective. ● 00:00:00 00:08:01 o Mark addresses the change in customer demographics as a result of the pandemic. ● 00:00:00 00:12:54 o Mark discusses how the industry's strong community has changed over the past few months and how to extend this sense of community to those new to the world of motorcycling. ● 00:00:00 00:20:00 o Mark provides insight into how he would address a room full of motorcycle dealers in the U.S. ● 00:00:00 00:21:00 o Robert signs off and teases Episode 3 featuring Honda Powersports and Zero Motorcycles, airing on August 26.

Welcome to episode 1 of Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast by the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows (IMS). In this episode, host Robert Pandya speaks with Bill Miller, Giant Bicycles' Program Leader for Giant Retail Academy, and Tom Hicks, Southern California Motorcycles' President and Owner, to discuss the uptick in sales the electric bicycle and motorcycle industries have experienced amidst the pandemic — and ways to maintain the momentum from a retailer and dealer perspective. 00:00:00 00:00:01 Welcome to Episode 1. You'll be listening in on a discussion between three industry leaders talking about what life is like mid-pandemic for the motorcycle and electric bicycle industry.  00:00:00 00:01:05 Meet the guests, Bill Miller, Giant Bicycles' Program Leader for Giant Retail Academy, and Tom Hicks, Southern California Motorcycles' President and Owner.  00:00:00 00:02:40 Bill gives a quick history lesson on Giant Bicycles, what it is like being a bike brand inside the world of motorcycles, and the crossover between the two categories. Tom discusses his partnership with Giant and why he decided to begin selling electric bicycles at his dealership.  00:00:00 00:06:40 Bill discusses the uptick in Q1 sales, the growing trend of e-bikes, and the blurring of the acoustic and e-bike community.   00:00:00 00:10:30 Tom discusses the crossover between motorcyclists and e-bicycle riders.  00:00:00 00:12:14 Bill and Tom discuss synergies between the motorcycle and bicycle industries and how the categories can grow together and have a bigger impact on the industry.  00:00:00 00:17:30 Tom and Bill discuss how their companies are attracting more female riders. 00:00:00 00:22:00 Tom speaks to the unique experience of his dealership and his plans to build an entire bicycle dealership inside his motorcycle franchise.  00:00:00 00:27:00 Tom and Bill provide advice for dealers and retailers for a successful future.  00:00:00 00:31:38 Robert teases Episode 2, set to air Wednesday, August 11. Gear up for a conversation in market adjacencies and finding new audiences. 

Welcome to Centerstand: A Motorcycle Industry Podcast, coming to you from the creators of the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows (IMS). In this teaser episode we share what motorcycle industry professionals can expect from this premiere season. Meet your host, Robert Pandya, joined by Meredith Loza from IMS. IMS is launching new digital products, housed on www.continuetheride.com, for all types of riders and industry professionals - including Centerstand. Special guests will be joining us from all over the industry, from manufacturers and aftermarket brands to dealerships and service-related brands Focusing on the here and now to start, with discussions about industry theory and tactical solutions to help businesses grow their brands now and in a post-pandemic era. Long-term, Centerstand will give listeners an in-depth analysis on how to better connect with current customers and riders, while also discovering new ones. Look forward to the following topics in the first half of season 1: Industry momentum during the pandemic Taping into adjacent markets for new customers/riders Smart marketing - reaching Gen Z Advice for dealers - reaching customers now E-commerce during a pandemic - successfully reach consumers Stay tuned for a new episode bi-monthly starting Wednesday, July 29th.

Motorcycling is exhilarating. It can also get pretty expensive, pretty quick. Unfortunately, this keeps a lot of would-be riders from ever taking their first spin. In this episode, the guys discuss cheap ways to get into the game as they cover their favorite bikes under $3,000. Check out more from RevZilla: Common Tread: News, opinions, and written reviews RevZillaTV: Bike reviews, How-To's, and product videos

What do you get when you put two passionate people in Powersports on the Phone together? Better, what if those two people are on the same path to Powersports growth but on two different trajectories and that conversation is allowed to flow? That is some of the magic sauce that bubbles up in what has become a “Part 1” conversation with Robert Pandya. I was both humbled and thrilled that someone of Robert’s caliber would join the Manana No Mas! podcast. Please welcome him and thank him with your comments and by following his initiatives online. To learn more about Robert click the link below for Give a Shift. https://miles-by-motorcycle.com/give-a-shift/about More Manana No Mas! content is available at https://manananomas.com

The first Rider Magazine Insider podcast kicks off with a lively discussion among the editors about some of the new-for-2020 bikes coming our way, including the Triumph Tiger 900s, Suzuki V-Strom 1050 and controversial Suzuki Katana. Then we jump into an interesting and informative interview with Robert Pandya, the Manager of the Discover the Ride program at this season’s Progressive International Motorcycle Shows. Check it out!

Do motorcycles matter? In a time when the industry worries about its survival and riders quietly wonder if we’ll one day be legislated out of existence, it’s fair to ask why the rest of the world should even care. In this conversation with motorcycling advocate and industry troublemaker Robert Pandya, we explore why it ought to. Frank and passionate, Pandya dares us to think about why we ride, what would be lost if there were no motorcycles, and how all it takes for our joy to make the world a better place is simply having the courage to share it.

Ep 7, S3, Discussion regarding Harley's Partnership with Chinese Motorcycle Manufacturer Qianjiang Motorcycle Group In this podcast, John and Mark chat with Robert Pandya, (former PR Manager for Aprilia, Motoguzzi, Victory and Indian) about Harley-Davidson’s recent controversial announcement. HD has partnered with a Chinese motorcycling manufacturer Qianjiang Motorcycle Group to begin producing smaller (338 cc) and more accessible bikes for the Asian Market. Robert is perhaps the most energetic ambassador for the motorcycle industry that we know He is tireless in his determination to build riders. Tune in to hear why he thinks this is a great move for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Robert's websites: www.AllKidsBike.Org www.MotoGiveAShift.Com As always, we appreciate constructive feedback and reviews. Big thanks to our sponsor, Wilkins Harley-Davidson www.WilkinsHarley.Com

Episode 220:   Our guest this time around is Robert Pandya, the team manager for International Motorcycle Show's Discover The Ride Initiative. Taking place primarily at the different IMS venues, (and some other places), DTR invites new and experienced riders, from kids to adults, to try out and enjoy five interactive riding zones, with the big one being an actual riding course on speed-limited Zero electric motorcycles. Instructors from Total Control Training provide guidance and instruction while safety gear comes from Cycle Gear, Shark, HJC, and Shoei. They got kids rolling around on Stacyc electric balance bikes. They let you get on a wheelie machine to feel what a wheelie is like. They got a dyno machine so you can sit on something that's really loud. It's equivalent to the 30 min trial dive you can do with Scuba stuff and hopefully, it spreads!       Wheelnerds stickers and keytags for sale! Check them out here!     CLASSIFIEDS: https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2010-Harley-Davidson-ROAD-KING-5007808168 https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/56237675 https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/56236779 https://westky.craigslist.org/mcy/d/west-paducah-ratbike1-of-kindcoolest/6888942848.html https://huntsville.craigslist.org/mcy/d/harvest-cushman-silver-eagle-1965/6897412841.html   Links: Progressive International Motorcycle Shows https://womenssportbikerally.com/west-rally-2019/ Wheelnerd's Handy Inspection Checklist Joe Popp (musician) (He recorded the Dicks Dicks Dicks theme used in the beginning). RedPillJunkie (artist) Want to hear yourself on our show? Ridden a bike (like your own) and got an opinion? Got a cool piece of gear or farkle? Got a story? Know some jokes? Record an MP3 (or whatever) and email it to us at wheelnerds@gmail.com. We'll throw it on the air and talk about it, too. That's right, you can be the first on your block to be openly mocked by the Wheelnerds. Or call our voicemail: (801) 305-4677 Or, leave us a voicemail via Skype! Our skype ID is wheelnerds. Just go ahead, call, and leave us your story there! (We still read your emails, too, and will answer them on the show). If you got something really cool, shoot us a line and maybe we'll talk to you live, too.

Great episode with Robert Pandya talking with us about the Discover the Ride program at IMS and we also talk with Tory DuVarney about David Mann’s Chopperfest.              

“When my dad started to think about putting a chopper show on at the fairgrounds he thought who better to do the artwork than David Mann.” Tory DuVarney

A great three guest episode of Shop Talk with Bill Dodge talking about the BC Motoinvitational, David Zemla speaking on S&S Cycle and their 60th anniversary and Robert Pandya talking about his Give A Shift movement. Great conversations with all of them!              

“This is a company that was born of racing and the only proper way to celebrate its anniversary is a race. We were building this track next to the office to do some testing for our own flat track programs and literally for us to play after work. So we said let’s just combine the two…” - David Zemla, S&S Cycles

Season 2 of Behind the Bars, Motorcycle, Memories and Mayhem! Discussing Harley-Davidson's newest release of the HD Livewire Electric Motorcycle, HD Pan America (Dual Sport Bike), Custom, and Street Fighter Models. The "More Roads to Harley-Davidson" Launch. Video here: https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/about-us/more-roads.html#intcmp_HP-BB-MoreRoads (which if you haven't seen the video, you should). Robert Pandya is out of Georgetown, Texas and is the owner of SpokesPeople LLC, an agency dedicated to motorcycling and cool stuff with throttles. Former PR Manager for Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Victory and most recently Indian Motorcycle. He’s currently hosting a motorcycle industry panel and conversation at www.MotoGiveAShift.com and consulting with a couple companies he can’t tell you about…yet! As always, we would certainly appreciate it if you subscribed and gave us 5 stars. Itunes and Spotify like that stuff. www.WilkinsHarley.Com

Conversations About Improving Motorcycling Trends show that the motorcycle industry is facing some troubles. Although motorcycles are improving overall, riders are getting older. Some people feel that there aren’t enough smaller motorcycles, training classes are too expensive, or that the industry doesn’t make motorcycling appealing enough to possible young riders, entry level riders or women riders. Give A Shift is roundtable conversations about improving motorcycling, and that’s just what Robert Pandya, industry expert, talks about in this episode. To find out more about Adventure Rider Radio and this episode, including photos, go to www.adventureriderradio.com. Music: DOUBLE BLUES - AUDIONAUTIX.COM ECXTASY X - AUDIONAUTIX.COM WHATDAFUNK? - AUDIONAUTIX.COM YOUR INTRO - AUDIONAUTIX.COM Greasy Wheels Long - Apple

WOM EP20 Robert Pandya Author of Give a Shift Report & More 022118 This week we kick the show off with the latest happenings in the world of motorcycling including the good news from Husqvarna ending the year with an uptick in sales then its the bad news of Harley-Davidson and the confirmation of their Kansas plant closure and the 800 workers that will be affected. Then we move onto Behind the Bars where we cover the latest trends, new bikes and other cool stuff. This weeks guest is friend of the show Robert Pandya who discusses with us the findings of his Give a Shift Report which was recently published. Then it’s onto Between the Lines where John, Steve and Walt discuss this week’s safety issue. Of course there’s our Weekly Trivia Question and a whole lot more. So grab yourself a hot cup of coffee and join us or download the show and take it with you, as we bring you another fun and informative show. For more about the World of Motorcycling please visit www.worldofmotorcycling.com

Episode 15, in which we talk to Robert Pandya of Give A Shift. He's also made a career in marketing in the motorcycle industry. The news touches on a bunch of topics, including recalls, new factories in far-flung locations, MotoGP and - as nearly always - Royal Enfield. Chasing the Horizon is a podcast by, for and about motorcyclists brought to you by the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Learn more at our NEW WEBSITE horizon.bmwmoa.org and sign up for our mailing list at tinyletter.com/chasingthehorizon.

Motorcycles, roasts, Races, Shows, Giving a Shift about the future. This is episode 108. Well, you’ve made it to another episode. Congrats! On this episode we discuss listener feed back. We have a round of Instagram Shoutouts at the end of the show. Before we begin, I’d like to encourage you to take a ride over to http://creative-riding.com/WPMaster/mugs-for-sale/ and use the link to buy yourself a mug! You’re worth it! In the spirit of the show, you can even customize it and send us pics. Congrats to Lance who went and ordered a STEIN! That’s a lot of beverage, and probably needed to get through the entire show. Part one: We have some listener feedback. On last week’s show we talked about CAN-Bus systems, and were told that in fact the kit that Lance was talking about installing on his CB750 was in fact a MotoGadget. Go check them out if you’re looking to remove complexity from your current build. Wiggins and I had busy weekends. He talks about the Veggie Plate Classic that he helped promote at Perris Raceway. I talk about the Women’s Moto Show at Lucky Wheels. Part two: Roast my bike… Well, let’s just say we bring the elementary school cut-downs this time. The target this time is talented artist and previous guest, N8 Biccum . Nate has a 2006 Dyna. Who doesn’t though, you know what I mean? Remember N8, this all comes from a place of love and comedy, and we just want you to know that we’re saying what others are saying. While your’e listening to the show, go check out N8biccum in instagram for your chance to win an illustration! Part three: If you’ve got time, after our show give a listen to Episode 236 of the Motorcycles and Misfits , or episode 69 of The 2 Enthusiasts Podcast. Both cover the Give a Shift movement that former industry representative Robert Pandya has started in response to the recent fears around the future of motorcycling. You can go to www.motogiveashift.com to view the reports, transcripts and other information regarding Give a Shift. I was lucky enough to attend the G.A.S. presentation at Lucky Wheels Garage. Wiggins and I give our thoughts on some of the long term patterns that may have lead to the circumstances that have the moto media and some industry experts concerned. Thanks for listening. Have a great day. Send your questions, rants, raves, and bike roast suggestions to: creativeridingpodcast@gmail.com Leave a review in iTunes, Sound Cloud, Stitcher, Tune In, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out other Moto Podcasts that we like. Head over to www.creative-riding.com/WPMaster/links for more info.

This week on our motorcycle podcast we have a lively crew, and......Zach is back! We get an update on Henry, who crashed during our last recording. Then we get into our main subject with our guest, Robert Pandya. Robert works in the motorcycle industry, and like so many, was concerned about the recession in the industry. He decided to do something about, and started the Give A Shift roundtable discussions with other industry insiders. They've been coming together to try to pinpoint the problems, and offer solutions. Although he breaks it down for us, there is no easy solution. But he gives us some suggestions on where we can start. Next we hear from Nak and Liza who had a recent retail nightmare while trying to be a tool box. Then we get into listener emails, and do our best to answer some questions. With Liza, Animal Dave, Isaac, Bex, Bagel, Miss Emma, Zach, Nak and Naked Jim. https://miles-by-motorcycle.com/give-a-shift www.ciro3d.com/ www.zazzle.com/recyclegarage/products Call and leave us a message at 831-291-5112 Go to www.motorcyclesandmisfits.com to find the links to our Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Patreon and more. And send us an email at recyclemotorcyclegarage@gmail.com Send us a self addressed stamped envelope to Motorcycles & Misfits 342 Washington St Santa Cruz, CA 95060 and we’ll send you some awesome stickers for free.

This week we start things off by discussing the new 2018 Honda Gold Wing and the changes that have been made to the newest generation of this world famous motorcycle. Then it’s on to the latest in industry news. This week we catch up with Robert Pandya Motorcycle Industry Insider who talks with Steve about the challenges facing the future of motorcycling and some possible ways to keeping the industry alive and going strong for the years ahead. We also discuss Johns new rain gear and Walt’s Farken Straps! Of course we cover our weekly safety tip and Trivia question and a whole lot more. So grab yourself a hot cup of coffee or a cold ice tea and join us or download the show and take it with you, as we bring you another fun and informative show. For more about the World of Motorcycling please visit www.worldofmotorcycling.com

Hello Boys and girls, welcome to another episode of the Motorcycle Men. 50% of all donations and contributions to the podcast go to Vetrest to help our men and women who suffer with Post traumatic Stress.  Help out now. Great interview with Robert Pandya of Spokespeople LLC and he tells us about the motorcycle industry and his relationship with Indian among others. We are aware that there is a problem with downloading from iTunes. I have been advised to tell you to contact Apple support if you are having trouble.  Additionally, I have been informed that episodes are no longer showing up on Stitcher radio. This is being addressed and hope to have it resolved soon. Don't forget, if you want to be apart of the show, you can call 908-514-4070 between 8 and 9 p.m. during our studio shows. Or you can Skype us at MOTOMENPC. If you don't want to be on the show you can just leave us a message at that phone number as well.   Write us some email, tell us about you and your bike, tell us how you like the show and show us your sticker on our Facebook Page!! Ride safe kids!! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=zPl7v5FjoO6fCov5rwbFo35sxmoOIUqUhcR1q1UVtP34xAVolJzW0aJ6GNSdljsPAT4MC0&fromUL=true&country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)

Great interview with Robert Pandya, the External Relations Manager for Indian Motorcycles. Great talk with a great guy. I have gotten a chance to ride the 2015 Chief and Scout. Look for a review in Cycle Source as well as here. Thanks again for listening to 4Ever2Wheels!