Adventure Rider Radio RAW – Motorcycle Roundtable

Adventure Rider Radio RAW – Motorcycle Roundtable

Author: Adventure Rider Radio | Adventure Motorcycling Language: English Episodes: 100
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.
Episodes
73: Travel Misconceptions and Motorcycle Camp Kitchen Tips [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:52:05
On this episode of RAW, the things we get wrong about motorcycle travel, what it takes to be a motorbike traveller and camp kitchen tips. Join Jim and his co-hosts Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Sam Manicom, Michelle Lamp…
71: Pre-Trip Jitters, Trip Emotions and Holidays Away from Home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02:34
On this episode of RAW we talk about dealing with pre-trip jitters, missing family and friends, and remember holidays spent away from home. Join Jim and his co-hosts Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Sam Manicom, Michelle La…
70: Tackling the Psychology of Motorcycle Travel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:55:26
On this episode of ARR RAW the round-table panel discusses how being an introvert or extroverts affects how you feel about a trip, pre-trip jitters, dealing with emotions while travelling and when returning from an adven…
69: Silver Linings in Trouble, and How To Avoid Hippopotamus at Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:42:51
On this episode of RAW we talk about when good things turn out to be for the best, what a small world it can be, inspirational places to visit while travelling, footwear and helmets. Join Jim and his co-hosts Shirley Har…
68: Night Riding, Traveler’s Gratitude and Packing Panniers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:51:53
On this episode of RAW, tales of pushing the limits into the night and what happened, when a local helps you out of a situation or gives you a meal or place to stay, how do you thank them and compensate them without the…
67: Yesterday’s Travel, Weapons  and Road Hazards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:19:05
Is it possible, with all the technology and information available at your finger tips to have an adventure like those pre-internet? What about personal protection, should we and do we carry weapons? And how to avoid road…
65: Dehydrated Water Reduces Motorcycle Payload [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:52:00
Are you a travel addict? If you are you probably have some questions about motorcycle travel. Like, how long should you wait before you take a new bike on an extended trip? What’s the best way to carry water? If you’re n…
64: Those Outrageous Outliers | To Hostel or Not [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43:09
It’s the outrageous, the outliers, that seem to be the most memorable, sometimes locals and other times travellers themselves. Who are these outrageous people? And what’s it like to stay in a hostel? When, if ever, are y…