93: Common Mistakes for Motorcycle Travelers and How to Avoid Them

93: Common Mistakes for Motorcycle Travelers and How to Avoid Them

Author: Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling October 21, 2023 Duration: 1:54:01
In this episode, the RAW panel explores the common mistakes made by motorcycle travelers, such as riding beyond their ability and failing to interact with the locals. Whether you're an experienced rider or a beginner, understanding and learning from these mistakes will help you ensure that your next two-wheeled adventure is both exhilarating and secure.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. Photos and links related to this episode can be found on our website adventureriderradio.com. Adventure Rider Radio and RAW are the most extensive and longest-running adventure motorcycle and travel podcasts and we remain committed to bringing you new and exciting episodes. The RAW roundtable has been bringing you tips and more about motorcycle travel every month since 2016. Join Michelle Lamphere, Sam Manicom, Grant Johnson from Horizons Unlimited, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix and host, Jim Martin for laughs and travel advice from experienced travellers. We’d love to get your support, please visit the Support page on our website. Thank you!

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.
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Duration: 2:18:45
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89: Death on the Road and Going Nowhere [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:12:15
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88: Top Motorcycle Routes To Ride in Less Than a Week [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04:19
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87: Tires, Boots and Helmets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:16:22
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86: Top Fears of Motorcycle Travel and Defining a RTW Trip [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:18:08
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84: Understanding Motorcycle Loads for Overlanding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:05:13
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83: The 7 Wonders of the Motorcycle Travel World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43:24
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