The Racer X Podcast Network

Exhaust #232: All Things with Zach Osborne

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt checks in on the current GNCC racer for an update on the woods, and his thoughts on motocross, riding styles, and more.   Zach Osborne...

Exhaust #231: Ryno Style (With Ryan Hughes)

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In an extended version of the interview Racer X Online posted last week, Jason Weigandt catches up with Ryan Hughes to talk about his new relationship...

Exhaust #230: What Happened at Loretta's

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Confused by the mishmash of classes at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's Ranch? Don't worry, that's com...

Racer X Read Out: "Middle Men"

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When several 450 factory riders went out, privateers moved up in the ranks and results. But even when some of the big names returned, the independents...

Exhaust #229: The Masterpool Situation

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can mark it on your calendar. Each summer, usually around RedBud, Ty Masterpool starts hauling butt and reminding everyone that he has serious tal...

Exhaust #228: Privateer Plan (With Grant Harlan)

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A year ago, Grant Harlan was struggling to even make 250 mains in Monster Energy Supercross. In 2023, he made 13 450 mains! That got him into the lucr...

Exhaust #227: How Do The SMX Playoffs Work?

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Playoffs? Indeed. After the traditional Monster Energy AMA Supercross and AMA Pro Motocross Championships wrap up, the top 30 riders in combined super...

Exhaust #226: Pro Motocross Preview

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Exhaust #225: Nice Guy First (With Chase Sexton)

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt gets an update from the Monster Energy 450 Supercross Champion.   Chase Sexton could or even should be turning into a diva now t...

Exhaust #224: Privateers' Other Income (With Weigandt and Chase Marquier)

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know a ton of the privateer heroes in Monster Energy Supercross are also certified by the United States Motorcycle Coaching Association? John ...

Racer X Read Out: "A Matter of Time"

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Six years into a switch from 20 laps to 20-minute main events, Monster Energy AMA Supercross seems closer than ever. Is it? And why? Dig into the topi...

Exhaust #223: Dustin Pipes and Larry Brooks

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another podium and a Big Apple success story over the weekend for Ken Roczen and his new team, Progressive/Ecstar HEP Suzuki. Jason Weigandt chats wit...

Racer X Read Out: "The Fast and The Damned"

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For nearly a decade, MXGP heroes Jeffrey Herlings and Tim Gajser have been at the top of their game—yet seemingly every season, one or the other goe...

Exhaust #222: The Bad Side (w/ Brandon Hartranft)

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's not all roses in racing, and Brandon Hartranft can tell you that now. The Twisted Tea HEP Suzuki rider went down in a huge crash this off-season,...

Exhaust #221: Jordon Smith

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jordon Smith won his first career 250SX race in Detroit in 2017, and hoped the 2023 edition would bring him similar fortune, but nothing went right on...

Exhaust #220: Roczen's Road

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After taking a few days to reflect on his big win in Indianapolis, Ken Roczen chats with Jason Weigandt about how he and his Progressive/Ecstar HEP Su...

Racer X Read Out: "Oh, Brother!"

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The history of supercross and motocross in America is filled with fast siblings, and the Lawrence brothers are beginning to make a case for themselves...

Exhaust #219: Ben Kelley's Comeback

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After a nail-biting GNCC Championship fight with Stu Baylor in 2021, Ben Kelley looked unstoppable in 2022, winning the first six races in a row. Then...

Exhaust #218: Title Defense

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan Ashburn's long game plan--consistency above all else--paid off in last year's Grand National Cross Country Series, as the friendly Tennessee na...

Exhaust #217: Moto Education

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people want to grow this sport, but a lot of obstacles stand in the way. Getting on a motorcycle can be intimidating, plus it requires a lot ...

Exhaust #216: The Tao of Tomac

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Eli Tomac is enjoying the career renaissance his predecessors at the top didn't get. Instead of retiring on top, or retiring when he lost his titles, ...

Exhaust #215: Houston Post-Race Press Conference

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The podium finishers from Monster Energy Supercross at Houston talk about their nights in the audio version of the post-race press conference. The Rac...

Racer X Read Out: "Unlucky 13?"

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"I didn't like having it, but I tried not to even think about it." —Broc Glover Glover isn't the only pro who's been hesitant to run the #13 through...

Exhaust #214: Anaheim 2 Post-Race Press Conference

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The podium finishers from Monster Energy Supercross at Anaheim 2 talk about their nights in the audio version of the post-race press conference. The R...

Exhaust #213: San Diego Post-Race Press Conference

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The podium finishers from Monster Energy Supercross in San Diego talk about their nights in the audio version of the post-race press conference. The R...

Exhaust #212: RV, RC & MC on Anaheim

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anaheim 1 for Monster Energy AMA Supercross and the SuperMotocross World Championship has come and gone, but today we get the highest level of perspec...

Racer X Read Out: "Right Here, Right Next"

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 2022 season of change in Monster Energy AMA Supercross leads to stability in 2023—for now. Jason Weigandt reads his feature "Right Here, Right N...

Exhaust #211: A1 Post-Race Press Conference

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The six podium finishers—Eli Tomac, Chase Sexton, Cooper Webb, Jett Lawrence, RJ Hampshire, and Cameron McAdoo—discuss the opening round of the Mo...

Exhaust #210: Supercross Mega Preview

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, Jason Thomas, and Kris Keefer dig in deep for our annual Monster Energy Racer X Supercross Season Preview Shows, and we...

Exhaust #209: Man Work with Jeff Stanton

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When Jeff Stanton wants to talk, we listen, because few people in this world are more straightforward and no-nonsense than the six-time AMA National C...

Exhaust #208: Meet Team Triumph

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Triumph's heritage in street and road motorcycles is paving the way for an entry into motocross and supercross, with new bikes and a new team for 2024...

Racer X Read Out: "Fun's Up!"

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All fun, no turns: Red Bull Straight Rhythm is back, and we were there to check out the event's big move to Huntington Beach. Jason Weigandt reads his...

Exhaust #207: Cameron McAdoo Never Settles

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cameron McAdoo wants it bad. He might want it too much! His process of improvement means he has to keep the drive and desire that brought him from unk...

Exhaust #206: Meet Caden Braswell

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Caden Braswell took the industry by storm at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships over the summer, when he won the 250 Pro ...

Exhaust #205: Why JGRMX Mattered

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The sudden passing of Coy Gibbs on Sunday morning has given the entire motocross industry a chance to reflect on the legacy of Coy and the team he fou...

Racer X Read Out: "About Damn Time!"

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After more than a decade of defeat, Team USA's improved organization and effort—along with three great riders—got back on top at the 2022 FIM Moto...

Exhaust #204: Forward March (w/ Shane McElrath)

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Two years ago, Shane McElrath was battling Chase Sexton for a 250SX Regional Championship. Today, Sexton is a bright shining star in the sport with mu...

Exhaust #203: Worst and Best (w/ Colt Nichols)

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Colt Nichols might have experienced more highs and lows than anyone in the game right now. Coming off last year's 250SX East Supercross Championship, ...

Exhaust #202: What The Off-Season

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While the Motocross of Nations could be considered the end of the traditional racing season, the actual calendar hasn't stopped producing races, with ...

Racer X Read Out: "Battle for the Ages"

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eli Tomac versus Chase Sexton represented arguably the best Pro Motocross battle in 50 years. It took character and courage to get there. Jason Weigan...

Exhaust #201: Team USA's Inside Organizer (w/ Christina Denney)

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The struggle at RedBud in 2018 for Team USA laid the flaws bare for all to see: winning the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations now takes more tha...

Exhaust #200: MXoN Preview

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The FIM Monster Energy Motocross of Nations returns to RedBud this weekend, after a 2018 event best known for the subpar day for Team USA. The America...

Exhaust #199: FIM WSX Year One (with Adam Bailey)

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Following the 2021 season, Feld Motorsports did not renew its sanctioning agreement with the FIM in Monster Energy Supercross. For 2022, the Monster E...

Racer X Read Out: "A Chip Off the Old Block"

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Step by step, little by little, you have to just become your own person. That's just part of growing up." Everts, Vohland, Deegan, Ferry, Wey, Sipes—...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show Season Finale: Grand Prix of Turkey

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the 18th and last Racer X MXGP Review Podcast of 2022 as Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips talk about the season-closing Grand Prix of Turkey, the ...

Exhaust #198: Stew, Reed, Eli, Jett, Hunter & More

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross season finale brought out arguably the best one-hour guest list in the history of the sport. The Friday night Staging Area...

Exhaust #197: Last Showdown (w/ Jeff Emig)

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt calls Jeff Emig in this podcast to get the emotion behind final-round showdowns. Fro came out on top the last time the AMA National Cha...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Charente Maritime

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP dipped into the French hard-pack at St Jean D'Angely for the seventeenth and penultimate round of the 2022 season, and the MX2 title chase is rea...

Exhaust #196: Finally Working Together (w/ Roger De Coster & Bruce Stjernstrom)

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

News broke a few weeks ago of the new level of cooperation between Feld Motorsports (producers of Monster Energy Supercross) and MX Sports Pro Racing ...

Exhaust #195: The Deegan Deal

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Check out our Insight Story posted on Wednesday for an attempt to wrap up the hours and hours of interviews with folks involved in Brennan Schofield's...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Finland

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP has a world champion for 2022! In this latest edition of the RacerX MXGP Race Review podcast, journalists Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips churn t...

Racer X Read Out: "SuperMotocross Collab"

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Behind the scenes of the unification of American SX/MX and the creation of the SuperMotocross World Championship. Jason Weigandt reads his feature sto...

Exhaust #194: Loretta's Wrap-Up

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you sort through everything that happened at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Championship at Loretta Lynn's? Jason Weigandt announced ...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Sweden

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just four rounds to go in 2022 MXGP and Yamaha ran riot at the Grand Prix of Sweden, the first visit to Uddevalla for the World Championship since 201...

Moto Marketing Podcast #117: Mental Performance with Dr. Jason Richardson

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Dr. Jason Richardson Hosted by: Luke Nesler, Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Young, Impakt Results Get more moto business ta...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Belgium

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Late from Lommel! The Racer X MXGP Review Podcast finally makes it way over from the punishing sand at the Grand Prix of Belgium, where the world cham...

Exhaust #193: Da Rippahs (w/ Henry, Dowd & Decotis)

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday before the Southwick National, New England fan favorites Doug Henry, John Dowd, and Jimmy Decotis stopped by the Monster Energy Stage to sha...

Moto Marketing Podcast #116: Specialized Bicycles' Earlin Rosa

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Earlin Rosa of Specialized Bicycles Hosted by: Luke Nesler, Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Young, Impakt Results Guest: Ear...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Czech Republic

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP blossomed at a hot and busy (both in the gate and around the spectator zones) Loket for the Grand Prix of Czech Republic and round 13 of the 2022...

Racer X Read Out: "That Last Big Step"

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Teams have endured too many strikeouts. Too much pay for too many busts. How do they fix it? A new three-pronged process of pro races, combines, and f...

Exhaust #192: Reed, Deegan & More at RedBud

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With RedBud hosting its annual huge round of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross as well as the first Scouting Moto Combine of the season, there were plenty of pe...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Indonesia + More

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP is in the midst of a small break after round 12 of 19 in Indonesia, but journalists Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips still have plenty to chat abo...

Moto Marketing Podcast #115: Andy White Talks Gear Sponsorship

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Andy White of FXR to talk about how gear sponsorship works Hosted by: Luke Nesler: Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Young: Im...

Exhaust #192: Roczen and Tomac on the Early 2022 Moto Season

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt, Ricky Carmichael, and Jason Thomas chat with Eli Tomac and Ken Roczen to get their opinion on the early season of 2022 Lucas Oil Pro M...

Racer X Read Out: "Trading Places"

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Antonio Cairoli is the latest in a long—and now rare—line of motocrossers who crossed the Atlantic to compete in AMA Pro Motocross. Davey Coombs r...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Germany

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP 2022 barrelled onto Round 11 of 19 and the third race in a row with the Grand Prix of Germany. Is Talkessel up to spec as an MXGP circuit? Is Ti...

Exhaust #191: Tony Cairoli's American Adventure

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nine-time World Champion Tony Cairoli is trying to mix business with pleasure this summer, checking Lucas Oil Pro Motocross off of his racing bucket l...

Moto Marketing Podcast #114: USA BMX's Cody Wilson

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Cody Wilson of USA BMX. Hosted by: Luke Nesler, Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Young, Impakt Results Guest: USA BMX's Cody ...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of France

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A new RacerX MXGP Review Show dips into a stormy (in both senses of the word) Grand Prix of France at Ernée, where one of the most atmospheric event...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Spain

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another first-time winner in MXGP, and around a track that is either bold or beastly. Why? Join journalists Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips as they di...

Exhuast #190: 2022 MX Preseason Press Conference

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why did Ryan Dungey come back? How are Eli Tomac, Dylan Ferrandis, and Ken Roczen feeling? Many, many questions were asked and answered during the pre...

Exhaust #189: Davey Coombs and Marshal Weltin

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt was supposed to go to Riverside Raceway in Iowa over the weekend for the Justin Brayton Shootout, but he had to get ACL surgery. In jum...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Sardinia

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Surprise winners, sickness, an MX2 duel that will shape the rest of 2022, Yamaha's "political" landscape, brutal rider honesty, and more in the newest...

Exhaust #188: Ken Roczen Gives it Another Go (w/ Ken Roczen)

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt catches up with Honda HRC's Ken Roczen, who is preparing to return to the track for the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship on May 28....

The Racer X MXGP Review Show: Grand Prix of Italy

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP shifts up to Round 7 of 20 with another Italian jaunt, but this time to the historic climes of Maggiora. Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips put down...

Racer X Read Out: "1972: Pro Motocross at Dawn"

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of 50 years of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross, we revisit the very first season of the AMA National Motocross Championship. Davey Coombs reads...

Exhaust #187: American Road Racing Tries a Comeback (w/ Rob Buydos)

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt riffs on lessons learned from American road racing for motorcycles and how that can apply to motocross and supercross. Weigandt has bee...

Moto Marketing Podcast #113: Mikey Waynes

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by GNCC announcer Mikey Waynes. Hosted by: Luke Nesler, Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Young, Impakt Results Guest: Jacob Haye...

Exhaust #186: Adventure Bikes Can Change Your Life (w/Simon Cudby)

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt talks to longtime and all-time motocross photographer and video man Simon Cudby about his new life chasing trails on adventure bikes. C...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #6

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Round six of the 2022 MXGP World Championship took the FIM series into the brutally bumpy, sandy-ish terrain of Kegums for the Grand Prix of Latvia. A...

Exhaust #185: The Past and the Future (with Chad Reed)

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Following Chad Reed's return to Monster Energy AMA Supercross—well, his return to opening ceremonies, at least—Jason Weigandt rang up the legend t...

Exhaust #184: Carey Hart on Early Freestyle, Rise and End for RCH

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt chats with racer, freestyle pioneer, and championship-winning team owner Carey Hart about the wild early days of freestyle, taking his ...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #5

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first quarter of the 2022 MXGP World Championship is in the books, so Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips chat through the subjects and talking points...

Moto Marketing Podcast #112: Jacob Hayes

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Jacob Hayes to talk about his transition from athlete to agent. Hosted by: Luke Nesler, Impakt Results Produced by: Josh Youn...

Racer X Read Out: "Change Is Good"

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At one point in this Monster Energy AMA Supercross season, the top three riders were all racing for new teams. Sometimes a change of scenery will do w...

Exhaust #183: Adam Cianciarulo is Not Down in the Dumps

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"My life is not rough!" is the main thing Adam Cianciarulo wants people to take away from this podcast. Yes, he's out injured again, and his ACL recov...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #4

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MXGP bounced back to Europe—the farthest western point—for Round 4 of 20, where a different winner emerged in Portugal. Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phi...

Moto Marketing Podcast #111: MotoLoko's Darren Hurrell

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Darren Hurrell, founder of MotoLoko, to talk about the creation of his UK-based gear brand. Get more moto business talk at ww...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #3

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A fast, spectacular track, feverish fans, slightly formulaic results, and a controversial start gate quantity: there was quite a bit to get through wi...

Exhuast #182: Kawasaki's Bruce Stjernstrom

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Stjernstrom is one of the most knowledgeable and respected industry heavies around, spanning several stints at the top of Kawasaki's racing oper...

Moto Marketing Podcast #110: Getting Real with Michael Leib and Luke Nesler

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler and Michael Leib have a real talk about the entrepreneurial journey and starting a brand in the moto industry. Get more moto business talk...

Exhaust #181: A Turbulent Time (w/ Aldon Baker)

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Renowned motocross and supercross trainer Aldon Baker has produced 16 AMA Supercross Championships, including the 2021 crown with Cooper Webb, but thi...

Racer X Read Out: "The Bar Bang Theory"

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The AMA instituted a new discipline committee for the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. It's already being put to the test. Steve Matth...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #2

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillips break down the Grand Prix of Lombardia at Mantova, Italy—Round 2 of the 2022 FIM Motocross World Championship. The R...

Moto Marketing Podcast #109: Kristen Beat

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler is joined by Kristen Beat as they dive into her career journey from being in a moto family to joining Fuel TV back in the day to being one...

The Racer X MXGP Review Show #1

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the debut episode of the Racer X MXGP Review Show—the newest addition to the Racer X Podcast Network! Join hosts Adam Wheeler and Lewis Phillip...

Moto Marketing Podcast #108: The Power of Online Reviews

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Nesler and JP Vandyke talk about the importance of Google reviews for online and brick-and-mortar moto businesses. This marketing deep-dive episo...

Exhaust #180: Minneapolis Supercross (w/ Ryan Dungey)

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt chats with Ryan Dungey for an update after Round 7 of Monster Energy AMA Supercross from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dungey was on hand to ...

Exhaust #179: Inside the Tomac Story (w/ Jeremy Coker)

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Less guaranteed money but more fun and more freedom. Listen to Monster Energy/Star Yamaha Racing's Jeremy Coker explain the pitch to land Eli Tomac, a...

Exhaust #178: Supercross Staying Power and the Friese Incident (w/ Ryan Dungey)

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Weigandt goes on a Vince Friese rant to start this edition of the Racer X Exhaust Podcast. Then it's time to dial up Ryan Dungey for his take on...