116: Unpacking Motorcycle Adventure

116: Unpacking Motorcycle Adventure

Author: Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling September 21, 2025 Duration: 1:27:47

What does “motorcycle adventure” really mean? Is it risk and danger, discovery and learning, or just stepping outside your comfort zone? In this episode, we talk about how riders see adventure, how those views shift with age and experience, and whether it’s about pushing limits, finding purpose, or embracing the inner journey.

ARR RAW round-table discussions with motorcycle adventure travellers - featuring Grant Johnson, Sam Manicom, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Michelle Lamphere and Jim Martin.  

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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: 100

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