Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast

Episode 110 - #teamAnn joins us!

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we dive into what was happening in 1999 when Massimo Tamburini's design was released and we were all awed by the MV Agusta F4. Lo...

Episode 109 - What's so funny about Scooters, Love, and Understanding

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, the boys talk about a few oddball bikes that they never thought they'd love as much as they did. Shahin went to Sicily and lived w...

Episode 108 - Your Number One Fan!

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, #teamAnn goes to her first track day! The joys, jitters, anxiety, and aha moments have the boys excited to talk about track days,...

Episode 107 - We have KOVEstions

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

#teamAnn is signing up for her first track day! We talk about the jitters that we've had on our first track days and how we work through them and the...

Episode 106 - Shahin and the Flying W

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

HOLY MOLY THE BOYS ARE BACK! This is the 3rd iteration of Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast and we're super excited to be back on the air with Shahin and ...

Episode 105 - This content doesn't create itself!

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Shahin chats with new friend and fellow motorcyclist and content creator Jacob Baldry. These two met and it was love at first sigh...

Episode 104 - M109 Boulevardier

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back with drinks in hand to catch up as their busy seasons slowly come down a bit. We catch up on what life was like on the road for Q a...

Episode 103 - The Beetus

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, is this thing on? On today's long-awaited episode of Brap Talk, the boys are back and see each other's handsome faces after over 2 months being a...

Episode 102 - Dangerous but Delicious

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up, y'all - this is a long one! The boys have been out of commission with the very busy Summer-time schedules that have back-to-back events fo...

Episode 101 - Safety McSafe Face the 3rd

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Q joins this episode with a tight and high man-bun to talk about Motocycles, beer, a bit of geography lessons with the aptly named lakes surrounding T...

Episode 100 - Heart health, racing, and BBQ

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Shahin and Quentin catch up after a few weeks of being apart and talk about Austin and Atlanta. Quentin had a slight cardiovascular ...

Episode 99 - A Chat with Davin from Biltwell

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Shahin sits down with a long time friend and all-around awesome guy, Davin Wirtanen. Known on Instagram as @motogluten, Davin is the...

Episode 98 - Let's Go To The Track

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back and they have a lot to say about track days and their experiences on various bikes. Shahin went to Thunder Hill with the kind folks...

Episode 97 - Splitters For All

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, the boys talk about getting ready for a track day event, splitting logs, and how to pick the right motorcycle. The discussion...

Episode 96 - Compensator

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are talking about Daytona Bike Week and Quentin's discoveries on Main Street. They also discuss the finer points of adjustability that is al...

Episode 95

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Quentin and Shahin are back to talk about a bit of travel, Fun along the I5, Danger Zone Chicken and what it's like to ride along the twisty bits in S...

Episode 94 - Booya Kwanza!

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the newest episode of this weekly(ish) podcast, the boys are back and full of excitement about the new single-cylinder offering from Ducati: The Hy...

Episode 93 - Break it in

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey! Let's talk about motorcycle maintenance, what you should do before the start of the season and why breaking your bike matters. Quentin takes a d...

Episode 92 - Hurkle Durkle

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this installment of the "weekly" Motorcycle Podcast, the boys are back and they dive into what Shahin has been up to this last while and the rabbit...

Episode 91 - Jiffy Stand

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, did you miss BT? Well, it's 2024 and we're back! On this episode, Shahin brings in an old, yet familiar, voice that has graced the podcast world...

Episode 90 - The Long Lost Gold Wing Show

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The long awaited, probably forgotten, but much talked about Honda Gold Wing video podcast from the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast. Hey, it only took us ...

Episode 89 - Wait for It

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back with another "weekly" show, in Episode 89, Jensen and Shahin dive into the parallels between key parties, cults, and motorcycle ownership, with a...

Episode 88 - Exit Strategy

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen and Shahin sit down in this latest episode to conduct Jensen's exit interview from Asphalt & Rubber, what is in store for the site going forwar...

Episode 87 - Ain't No Fools

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your favorite fools are back with another "weekly" podcast, where we discuss Jensen's retirement, life, the universe, and everything else...including ...

Episode 86 - Hot Dogs

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another weekly installment of the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast sees Jensen and Shahin talking about the new MotoGP Unlimited series, the return of the...

Episode 85 - At Least It's Free

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a while, but don't worry - we'll catch you up on everything that's happened in the motorcycle industry.

Episode 84 - Goals, Not Resolutions

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 2022! It's a new year, but the same Brap Talk motorcycle podcast. Enjoy!

Episode 83 - The Electric Slide

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we accidentally talk about a bunch of electric motorcycles that have recently hit the motorcycle industry. We start things off with H...

Episode 82 - Say Goodbye to Your Liver

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you thought we talked a lot about Ducati before this episode, then you haven't seen anything yet! Get your beverages ready, and come along for the ...

Episode 81 - You've Lost That CDG Feeling

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast, Jensen and Shahin sit down for a debrief on the 2021 EICMA show. They discuss the bikes that debu...

Episode 80 - Lost in Time

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck in customs from flying to Europe twice in two weeks, the lost Episode 80 covers two bike launches: the Ducati Streetfighter V2 and the Aprilia T...

Episode 79 - The Birth of the Aprilia 660

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When the Shahin is away, the Jensen will play. Off to Sardinia to ride the new Aprilia Tuareg 660, Jensen got a chance to sit down with Aprilia brand ...

Episode 78 - Shiny New Things

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is new bike season, so come join Jensen Beeler and Shahin Alvandi in their talks about the new Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Pike, the updated BMW K-...

Episode 77 - The Lost Cory West Interview

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The often talked about, but never aired, lost Cory West interview is now available for your two-wheeled loving hearts. We ask Cory the important quest...

Episode 76 - The Price is Right

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up kids, it's time for another weekly installment from the Church of Brapistan. Today's sermon includes a conversation about bold new naming; w...

Episode 75 - Pierblanche

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you better buckle up for an hour of Jensen and Shahin talking about Ducati's upcoming 2022 models, including the DesertX and Multistr...

Episode 74 - Out of Order

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

More than you ever wanted to know about vehicle financing, our show starts off with the question of whether Harley-Davidson's financial services is th...

Episode 73 - The Buell, The Bagger, and The Transcontinental

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An omnibus show, Jensen and Shahin start with a discussion about the upcoming Triumph Tiger Sport 660, which then quickly devolves into a roundup abou...

Episode 72 - Half-Speed

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the teaser debut of the Aprilia Tuareg 660, and what it means for the adventure bike market. That leads us into a larger di...

Episode 71 - An American Thang

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What makes American motorcycling unique? That's the ongoing question in this episode, as we look at BMW's new R18 motorcycles, which take on the bagge...

Episode 70 - Sexual Chocolate

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shahin goes to the IMS Outdoor show at Sears Point and reports back on all the shiny bikes he saw, while Jensen covers the KTM RC 8C debut, Triumph's ...

Episode 69 - Giggity

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we start out with some news about Aprilia's worldwide recall for its 660cc motorcycles. From there, we head to BMW, which has just lau...

Episode 68 - Hot as Hades

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been hot, Hot, HOT here in Portland, but Jensen and Shahin talk about some motorcycles - and rumors of motorcycles - including the possibilities ...

Episode 67 - On the Spectrum

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen and Shahin are on the mics this episode, talking to you about a slew of motorcycle-related topics, along with special guest Cory West. Up for c...

Episode 66 - The Cory West Interview

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest Cory West joins us for a talk about all things two-wheeled!

Episode 65 - Birds of a Feather

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is it like to ride the new Suzuki Hayabusa? Jensen tells all. Then, Shahin drops some knowledge about what he wants to see from Ducati's sportier...

Episode 64 - T-800

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Closer to a normal schedule, Episode 64 sees us talking about how Oregon just passed a lane-sharing law; the debut of the Yamaha YZF-R7 and how much b...

Episode 63 - The One-Armed Man

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about what it's like racing with a broken collarbone, and why that's a bad idea. We also discuss whether it's a good idea for...

Episode 62 - Hydrophobia

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast, we start by talking about Jensen's recent on-track crash, where he broke his collarbone. This get...

Episode 61 - Two Guns Gonzales

01 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Pardon our delay on this episode, it was 100% edited with a concussion...so, that was fun. We'll talk about that next show. In this show we talk abou...

Episode 60 - Super Green

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 60 sees Jensen and Shahin talking about the debut of the Aprilia Tuono V4, which is well-timed as Jensen will soon be riding the newly updated...

Episode 59 - Sweeping Alleys

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 59 is out! In this one, Jensen and Shahin talk about what it's like riding the Aprilia RS 660 and Tuono 660 on the track. We also discuss the ...

Episode 58 - Sushi & Burritos

27 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk a lot about the technical skills involved in being better at riding a motorcycle, but what about the mental skills? We get into that topic a b...

Episode 57 - OW-02

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk a great deal about what automatic gearboxes could mean for the motorcycle industry. We then look at the news that Yamaha is ...

Episode 56 - Never Break the Chain

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another installment in our almost weekly podcast, this episode explores rumors of a Honda Transalp adventure bike, Montana's new lane-filtering law, a...

Episode 55 - The Birthday Boy

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Shahin and Jensen talk about the debut of the new Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250; the rebirth of the Buell Motorcycle brand (again),...

Episode 54 - Motorcycles by Candlelight

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not even a city-leveling snow storm can stop this weekly podcast, as this episode of Brap Talk was recorded by candlelight, since Jensen's house has b...

Episode 53 - The Superleggera Show

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's installment is from the ghost of podcasts past, as we are putting out an episode that was originally recorded in July 2020. Even though it...

Episode 52 - Snow Crash

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With a bevy of new motorcycles making their debut, we spend a lot of time drooling over new machines like the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, Kawasaki K...

Episode 51 - Reverse Psychology

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Shahin and Jensen talk about the efforts to make lane-sharing legal in Oregon; the debut of the new KTM 890 Duke street bike; more abo...

Episode 50 - Ornithophobia

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A bevy of new bikes are coming, and in this show we talk about them. First, it's Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, then it is the release of the updated A...

Episode 49 - Things Forgotten

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Brappy New Year! Our first show of 2021 sees us talking about the FBI raid on Ducati North America, the debut of the Aprilia Tuono 660, and current st...

Episode 48 - Irish Wrist Watch

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our last podcast episode for 2020, this one sees us taking a quick look at the new Ohvale GP-2 mini bike, and what the Shoei RF-1400 is like on the op...

Episode 47 - Brappy Holidays

26 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays from the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast crew!

Episode 46 - Time Travel

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are breaking some industry news in this episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast. First, we first talk about a cheaper Kramer that could be comi...

Episode 45 - Cool Runnings

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The new Ducati Monster, our first glimpse of the BMW R18 Intercontinental, and pondering an Africa Twin powered Honda CB1100X. This and more is what w...

Episode 44 - Blessed Be the Braps

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Brappy Holidays are upon us, and in this episode we celebrate His Brappiness by talking about two new motorcycles - the Honda Rebel 1100 and the D...

Episode 43 - Bad Stereotypes

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Another week, another podcast! In this one, Shahin finally gets to ride the BMW R18, while Jensen tries very hard not to buy a KTM 690 SMC R. From the...

Episode 42 - Always on Time

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Brap Talk motorcycle podcast, Shahin and Jensen talk about riding the new Honda Trail 125, and the demise of the Yamaha YZF-R6....

Episode 41 - A Loose Relationship with the Truth

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jensen and Shahin sit down and talk about riding their first impressions of the BMW R18 and what it is like to ride; the press launch...

Episode 40 - The Lost Episode

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The much talked about, highly anticipated, and very, very late Episode 40 was originally recorded on August 5th. In the show, we talk about the Honda ...

Episode 39 - Get Your Poop in a Group

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Did you miss us? We missed you!

Episode 38 - SWOT

04 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 38 starts with some big news from Shahin, which might explain our absence for the past few weeks, and then the guys catch us up on all the new...

Episode 37 - Meatloaf

30 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this show, we talk about the crossroads facing the Harley-Davidson brand, as it once again looks to change its business plan. We also talk about th...

Episode 36 - The Rainy Day Show

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A show where we answer only your questions! This Q&A episode sees us tackle questions like why ride-by-wire is awesome; how to get into track days; th...

Episode 35 - Contact Tracing

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk extensively about how the coronavirus outbreak is shaping the motorcycle industry - specifically on what it can mean for motor...

Episode 34 - Flattening that Curve

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jensen and Shahin spend a great deal of time talking about their chance to go ride the new Ducati Streetfighter V4 S. Find out what w...

Episode 33 - Not About Motorcycles

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Something different from the Brap Talk crew, this episode is attempt at our often talked about "Not About Motorcycles" podcast idea. While there's som...

Episode 32 - Social Distancing

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this "short" episode, we cover two major topics. First, we deep-dive on some different racing fuels, and how they compared on the dyno. Then, we ta...

Episode 31 - Wash Your Damn Hands

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wash your hands and come talk about motorcycles with the Brap Talk podcast crew. In this show we discuss Jensen's trip to Europe to try the new Metzel...

Episode 30 - Happy Birthday Shahin

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this one, we talk about The One Motorcycle Show in Portland, racing baggers in MotoAmerica and the new Ducati Superleggera V4. We also wish The Sha...

Episode 29 - Shiver Me Timbers

01 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Surviving the great snow of Portland 2020, the Shah and Jensen discuss some motorcycle goodness. We talk a little Dakar, we talk a little Honda, we ta...

Episode 28 - Before the Snow

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News from CES sees us talking about Damon Motorcycles and the new Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 airbag vest, along with other stories from the Dakar Rally an...

Episode 27 - Get Your Flu Shot

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Finally recovered from the flu, this is our last podcast recorded for 2019. In it we catch up on some interesting motorcycle news, starting with Andre...

Episode 26 - This is the Way

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is it like to ride the Ducati Panigale V2 at Jerez? Or a MotoE race bike at Valencia? What secrets did Ducati and MV Agusta tell us about the fut...

Episode 25 - Milanese

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Shahin and Jensen discuss all the new motorcycles from the EICMA show in Milan.

Episode 24 - The Calm Before the Storm

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A preview of the EICMA show in Milan, Shahin and Jensen also discuss Ducati's special unveiling event in Italy and the Tokyo Motor Show in Japan.

Episode 23 - Early Morning

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does an early morning podcast with Shahin and Jensen sound like? Well, a bit like this. There's some talk about Dunlop's new ADV tire offerings, ...

Episode 22 - Big Mouth

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is a new Honda Africa Twin out, and Big Red is ready to bring out a new Honda CBR1000RR too. How about the new Harley-Davidson Livewire? Is it s...

Episode 21 - The Chipper

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen recaps the end of his racing season, and Shahin announces a new chapter in his life. Then, the conversation turns to how track days and dealers...

Episode 20 - Almost Weekly

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Back from our summer hiatus, this episode sees Jensen and Shahin eventually talking about motorcycles...amongst other things.

Episode 19 - Five

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Another tough show to record, this episode is for our friend Carlin Dunne, who died racing at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. We talk a bit a...

Episode 18 - Little Brappy Foo Foo

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen and Shahin talk about the upcoming Pikes Peak International Hill Climb; the new Dainese Smart "Jacket" airbag; Harley-Davidson's moves in China...

Episode 17 - 105

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen and Shahin talk about the release of the Ducati Streetfighter V4 prototype, racing at the Bol d'Oregon six-hour endurance race, the cruel reali...

Episode 16 - The Church of Brapistan

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jensen and The Shah talk about a number of motorcycling topics, including the upcoming Ducati Streetfighter V4, racing at the Isle of Man TT, riding t...

Episode 15 - Magic Lamp

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What would you change in the motorcycle industry if you had one wish from a magic lamp? We answer that question ourselves...eventually.

Episode 14 - I'm a Racer

18 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's unconstitutional to chalk the tires on a parked vehicle; the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is nearly upon us; Triumph just made its most po...

Episode 13 - Race Fuel & BBQ

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Shahin and Jensen discuss their trip to the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Naturally, they talk some MotoGP, some Handbuilt Show, and so...

Episode 12 - Allora

11 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The follow-up to Episode 11, this continues Jensen's adventures in Europe and Shahin's BDR ride. We talk about riding Vespa's new electric scooter, as...

Episode 11 - Arrabbiata

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Back from a three-week European trip, Jensen brings many stories from riding many bikes. In this edition, we cover what it's like to ride the new Husq...