105: Top Mistakes Motorcycle Travellers Make

105: Top Mistakes Motorcycle Travellers Make

Author: Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling October 22, 2024 Duration: 1:58:59
Motorcycle travel can be exhilarating, but many riders fall into common pitfalls that can dampen their adventures. In this episode, the RAW panel discusses motorcycle travellers' top mistakes and how to avoid them. ARR RAW round-table discussions with motorcycle adventure travellers - featuring Grant Johnson, Sam Manicom, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Michelle Lamphere and Jim Martin. RAW LISTENER QUESTIONS: Have a question for the RAW panel? Send it to us here. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release a new RAW episode every month, packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Suggestions: Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you loved today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content.  Share the podcast: Know someone who would benefit from today’s episode? Share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

There’s a certain kind of conversation that happens after the helmets come off and the maps are spread out on the hood of a truck-unfiltered, practical, and drawn directly from the road. That’s the spirit captured in Adventure Rider Radio RAW-Motorcycle Roundtable. This monthly podcast gathers a rotating panel of seasoned adventure riders, long-distance travelers, and industry insiders for deep, unrehearsed discussions. You’ll hear them tackle the real stuff: the nuances of planning a complex overland trip, the gear that truly survives the abuse, and the riding techniques that make a difference when the pavement ends. It’s less about polished presentations and more about the collective wisdom and sometimes conflicting opinions of people who live for two-wheeled exploration. Episodes delve into the mechanics of adventure motorcycles, the philosophy of travel, and the unexpected lessons learned from life on the move. Tuning in feels like pulling up a chair at a campfire where the talk is as substantive as it is spirited, offering actionable advice and honest stories from the world of ADV and dual-sport riding. For anyone who dreams of distant horizons or simply wants to be better prepared for their next weekend escape, this roundtable provides a vital, engaging resource.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Adventure Rider Radio RAW – Motorcycle Roundtable
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Duration: 2:00:15
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116: Unpacking Motorcycle Adventure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:40
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115: How to Handle Conflicts and Get Along While Motorcycle Travelling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:49
On this episode of RAW, we discuss recognizing and resolving conflicts while travelling, whether it’s with someone you started the trip with or someone you meet along the way and decide to ride with. Common sources of co…
114: EDC for Motorcycle Travel | Keeping Dry While Riding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:21:19
What do you always carry when you ride—and why? This episode dives into everyday carry (EDC) for motorcyclists: the essential items riders keep close at hand, whether it’s a short ride or a long haul. We also talk about…
113: What We’ve Learned About Motorcycle Camping [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:24:59
On this episode of RAW, we’re talking all things motorcycle camping — from the comfortable details that make a temporary stop feel like home, to the bike camping gear we thought we needed but never used. We swap stories…
112: Stuff They Don’t Tell You About Motorcycle Travel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:04
Everyone loves to talk about the thrill of motorcycle travel, but no one warns you about the hard parts. The grind. The doubts. The aches you didn’t see coming. In this episode, we’re cutting through the hype and getting…
111: Scary, Painful and Downright Gross Motorcycle Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:22:38
In this episode, our co-hosts face off in a friendly storytelling showdown, sharing their wildest, weirdest, and most unforgettable moments from the road. From scary wildlife run-ins to border crossings gone sideways, yo…
110: Communication and Gear for the Modern Moto Traveler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:26
This month on RAW, we’re talking about how travelers around the world are using different communication tools—from WhatsApp to Signal—and how tech like drones, SAT devices, and new gear is shaping the way we explore.🔗 Sh…
109: Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt in Motorcycle Travel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59:50
Fear is a natural part of adventure motorcycling, but how we handle it can make all the difference. On this episode of RAW, the panel digs into the fears many riders face—riding solo, tackling tough terrain, getting lost…