Best Softtail Podcasts (2026)

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Fxr's Forever with Chris #447 3:22:23

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Chris is a retired Navy veteran who fell in love with the FXR world while stationed in San Diego. After putting in 20 years with the Navy, he now resides in New Braunfels, Texas, is a professional lever Facebook marketplace shopper, and a curator of mighty fine Harley Davidson FXRs Chris Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inkaholic1904/ Join our P…

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Motorcycles and Photography with James Folder #446 2:11:56

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James is a Kansas City-based photographer who is also embeded in the motorcycle scene. From capturing some amazing images of the culture to showcasing the aesthetic of Kansas City, I noticed his work from his recent trip to Born Free TX and had to have him on our podcast! James Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one38kc/ Join our Patreon communit…

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Zac Doom Of Heavy Clothing #445 1:50:47

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Zac is a curator of the chopper culture, from writing articles for classic magazines like Show Class to bringing the culture together with his show Full Tilt Boogie. Based out of St. Paul, Minnesota, Zac is also the man behind Heavy Clothing, which I would say is a brand for the scene by the scene! I always enjoy our chats, and this episode is no d…

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Hofmann Designs #444 2:20:14

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Hofmann Designs was an early adopter of the Performance Harley culture and is the reason most of the carbon fiber you see on bikes today exists. Curtis is a custom motorcycle builder and parts manufacturer out of Minnesota. In this episode, we're talking about building all-out FXRs and sharing our thoughts on today's performance Harley scene and wh…

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The Mayor of Davenport Jeff Grabau #443 2:08:29

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After spending a day in Davenport, Iowa, I can confidently say Jeff is the Mayor. From a rough start in his early adulthood to building an empire, all while being someone who lifts up those around him! I met Jeff at the Beaver Bash in 2024 while riding around on some choppers. Jeff and his wife just opened up one of the coolest bars in Iowa, Nubs B…

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KLEEN MOTO & M8 FXR's #442 3:10:37

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After producing some of the baddest M8-FXRs in 2024 for the FXR Tour 2, Kleen Moto moved its operation out of the garage and into a brick-and-mortar! In this episode, we talk about some of the products that Kleen is bringing to the table to streamline the M8 fxr swap process. We also talk about performance baggers and what's next for the guys here …

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Performance motorcycles with Forever Rad & Steve Chamberlin #441 3:04:55

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Kyle from Forever Rad, out of the St. Louis area, has been pumping out high-quality, performance-focused motorcycles for many years now! One of the first to take on the Indian Platform and since then has built some of the baddest Indians to rip the streets! Also on this episode is one of the fastest guys I have ever ridden with, Steve Chamberlin. O…

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Speed Dealer Performance & House of Speed #440 1:57:41

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On today's episode of the Fast Life Podcast, I'm sitting down with Frank, the man behind Speed Dealer Performance, in his historic Route 66 building, House of Speed, in Joplin, Missouri. Speed Dealer brought high-quality, precision, American-made billet performance-oriented swingarms and many other components to the motorcycle industry a few years …

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The Texas Motorcycle Stampede #439 1:06:24

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Corey is no stranger to hosting events, with a strong background in Events and being a co-owner of one of the coolest shops in Texas, Austin Speed Shop. Corey brought his ideas to Fort Worth, Texas, with the Texas Motorcycle Stampede happening on November 8th in the Historic Stockyards! In this episode, hear all about this show and what's in store!…

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Blanton Cycle Supply #438 3:40:38

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Brooks is a well-known face in the fxr and vintage motorcycle scene, especially at swap meets across the country. Based in Canton, Texas, Blanton Cycle Supply has some of the rare parts you're after. In this episode, we hear some of Brooks' stories about buying and selling parts, along with a surprise story that blew me away — you'll just have to l…

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Ari Levenbaum Law Tigers CEO #437 1:43:08

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In today's episode, I chat with Ari, CEO of Law Tigers. Law Tigers is a national network of lawyers committed to assisting injured motorcyclists. We talk about his strategies for educating the motorcycle community and supporting events, rides, and all-around good times! Law Tigers Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lawtigers/ The Fast Life Garage …

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Backpacking the world to Building Custom Motorcycles with PrometheanLiver #436 3:12:06

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I met Chris (PrometheanLiver) earlier this year while collaborating on a paint project. The more I spoke with him, the more I wanted to know more! Growing up outside of NYC to backpacking the world to learning to fabricate and build frames, Chris has lived many lives, and we get to hear about them in this episode! Chris Instagram https://www.instag…

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Building Choppers with Brittany & Jacob Conard! #435 1:31:34

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Jacob and Brittany Conard. Brittany is building her first chopper and competing in the Biltwell People's Champ for Born Free 16 next year. We also got to catch up with Jacob, fresh off his Born Free 15 build, who is now working full-time in the garage building frame bikes, parts, you name it! Jacob Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jacob_conard/ …

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Born Free TX invited builder Easyrider Cycle #434 1:36:37

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On today's episode, I sit down with Renny from Easyrider Cycle to talk about his upcoming Run to the River event happening September 12-14th in New Braunfels, Texas. Along with his Born Free Texas 4 FXR build! As always, Renny and I talk about bikes, life, and everything in between! Renny Instagram https://www.instagram.com/easyridercycle/?hl=en Th…

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Born Free Texas Invited builder Cody Childress #433 2:14:55

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I took a short road trip to Abilene, Texas, to check out my good friend Cody Childress' new build for Born Free Texas 4! He is building an M8-powered, fuel-injected FXR Chopper that's a beast! Cody Childress is a veteran in the FXR community, an Old Chopper Dog, and honestly, one of the nicest and humblest people I know! Cody's Instagram https://ww…

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Bike Trips & Moto Photography with VonGasphalt #432 2:12:43

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While on a motorcycle trip, VonGasphalt spent the weekend here with us in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, we talk about his current motorcycle trip, photography, building out his new 2025 street glide, and what's possibly next for the New York-based motorcycle traveler and photographer! VonGasphalt Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vongasphalt/ T…

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Irish Rich Custom Motorcycles at 85th Sturgis Rally #431 2:32:30

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Irish Rich is a custom motorcycle builder with over 50 years of experience in motorcycle customization! On this second visit, we sat down in Rich's shop during the 85th Sturgis rally to hear more stories from the past. Rich's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/irishrichcustomcycles The Fast Life Garage Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheFastLifeG…

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Sturgis 85th, FXR's and Choppers with Cory From Maindrive Cycle #430 2:18:09

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Fresh back from The 85th Sturgis Rally, Cory from Maindrive Cycle and I sat down to talk about the experience. We also dove into a few upcoming builds we both have on the table, FXRs, Choppers, and M8 Softails! Cory Instagram https://www.instagram.com/maindrivecycle/ Moto Loco tacos Grand opening 8/16/25 Bike show and good times from 3 pm-9 pm 1401…

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Whisky Boys Pre-Sturgis 85th Podcast #429 2:16:01

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The Whiskyey Boys are back together! Marcus, Jake, and I sit down to talk about this upcoming 85th Sturgis rally, the lead up to it, and what we're looking forward to this year in the black hills! The Fast Life Garage Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheFastLifeGarage Join our Patreon community to gain access to our Patreon-only podcast, Garage Tal…

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Born Free TX Invited Builder Justin Haynie #428 2:15:21

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Justin is on the list to build a bike for Born Free Texas this year. Based out of Denton, Texas, also known for the Burnouts Bike Show, Justin is an all-around good time! In this episode, we talk a bit about our builds for this year's 4th Born Free here in the great state of Texas! Justins Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_killin.time_/ The Fast…

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Taylor from Shifter Crew #427 1:44:16

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I flew out to Cali for Born Free 16 and to hang out with Taylor, whom I met in the summer of 24 at Born Free! We were just shooting the shit, talking about Sturgis' upcoming events and how much fun we've had this past year! Shifter Crew Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shifter.crew/ The Fast Life Garage Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheFastLi…

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Dustin from LFG.1904 #426 1:35:25

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LFG is a lifestyle brand based in San Diego, which has also been a group that advocates for sobriety for those seeking it. Dustin and I met back in 2022 when they invited me onto their podcast. Dusting runs his full-time screen printing business out of his garage in East County, San Diego, pumping out tons of killer shirts for the LFG Brand and oth…

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Fox Suspension with Jeff #425 1:27:24

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Jeff is the go-to guy for anything related to the motorcycle side of Fox Factory. Fox shocks have a significant and broad presence in the aftermarket suspension world! From outfitting factory motorcycles like the Indian and Buell sport cruisers to offering performance upgrades for your bike, find out all about it in this episode! www.ridefox.com 15…

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Sonny Boy #424 2:05:19

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Sonny is an amazing artist and one of those whom I have been inspired by for many years. From hand lettering and pinstriping to custom painting, I had the opportunity to meet and sit down with him at his collaborative studio, Nicson, in Highland Park, California, to learn about his journey and art process. Sonny Boy Instagram https://www.instagram.…

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PowerPlant Motorcycles Round2 #423 1:56:32

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It's no secret to our listeners that Yani of Power Plant Motorcycles is one of my favorite builders! I have always been a fan of his style of builds, from the choppers to the FXRs. In this podcast, we discuss some of his design cues and his Harley-Davidson Born Free 16 build. Power Plant Instagram https://www.instagram.com/powerplant/ The Fast Life…

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Talking Motorcycles W/ Jessica Sinclair #422 2:35:37

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Jess is familiar with logging miles nationwide and riding daily throughout California! She has also appeared on several podcasts hosted by my good friends in recent years. In today's episode, we delve deeper into our understanding of each other's perspectives as female and male motorcycle riders. Jess Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jescakate/ …

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True & Good with Aaron #421 1:32:31

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I met Aaron last summer, while on my cross-country motorcycle trip! Aaron runs the Tattoo Shop out of Bike Shed Moto in LA, and I have found myself loving our conversations over the past year. Talking photography, creativity, tattoos, motorcycles, and building brands! And that is what today's episode is all about! True & Good https://www.instagram.…

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RamJet Racing 2 #420 3:05:04

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Its been 6 Years since Tony and I had sat down to talk about the motorcycle business and culture! in this episode were joined with mutual friend Tyler who is also part of 805 Beer! RamJet Racing is every biker's dream store! With tons of inventory in stock for almost all years of Harley-Davidsons! If you're ever in Phoenix, stop by and check this p…

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Danny G Round 3 #419 1:49:46

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Each time I sit down with Danny, it's like getting an education on motorcycles and the kustom culture. Danny is a wealth of good vibes and perspectives that help make the day-to-day grind a walk in the park! From Impalas to Road Glides, Phoenix to Oceanside, in this episode, we sit down for the third time to chop it up about life, motorcycles, and …

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Texas Hills Show 2025 #418 2:14:04

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In the Studio, Mikey Luplow and Tommy Donnelly will tell us all about this year's Texas Hills Cycle Show in Austin, Texas, May 17th and 18th at Radio East! In this episode, we also talk about Dyna T-Sports FXRs and choppers! Texas Hills https://www.instagram.com/tx_hills/ Mikey https://www.instagram.com/mikeyluplow/ Tommy https://www.instagram.com/…

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Talking Bike weeks with 2147 Crew #417 1:58:42

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In today's episode, we have Crew from the YouTube channel 2147Crew in the studio. We're getting his perspective on bike rallies like AZ Bike Week, Daytona, and Sturgis, along with some insights into his journey on YouTube, making motorcycle content! instagram https://www.instagram.com/2147crew/ youtube https://www.youtube.com/@2147crew Don't miss o…

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Lyndall Brakes with Mark #416 1:55:41

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Both Mark and Lyndall have been close friends for many years! A few Years back, Mark joined the team at Lyndall and has been helping with many things in the performance motorcycle scene, like The Performance Hangover show in Daytona and Texas Hills here in our backyard! I have been running Lyndall brakes since 2017 and have run their wheels on many…

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Riding the North West with Bruce & Hans #415 2:53:12

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Both Bruce and Hans have become very close friends of mine since 2020, and I would even call them mentors of mine. This past summer, these men joined me on part of my journey while riding the northwest part of America. In this episode, hear about that journey and how we all became friends through performance motorcycles! Hans Instagram https://www.…

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Wes Wood Pile Customs #414 2:02:26

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Wes is a Dallas, Texas, Tattoo artist who started making custom wood cutouts a few years ago. Very well known in the motorcycle scene and typically the life of any good time! In this episode, we talk about motorcycles, art, and the balance of getting older in this world! Wood Pile Customs https://www.instagram.com/woodpilecustoms/ Stain Glass https…

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Moto Loco Tacos #413 3:28:21

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Vincent stumbled upon our bike night T-bar Tuesday a little over a year ago. Since then, he has brought tremendous energy to our scene here in Dallas and amazing Tacos with his business, Moto Loco Tacos. Hear how he created this motorcycle-themed food truck in this episode! Moto Loco Tacos Instagram https://www.instagram.com/moto_loco_tacos/ Don't …

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The Quaint Zone 12 #412 3:22:27

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We got Kall me Dragon and the one and only Jive Azz Honky back in the studio to continue our Quaint Zone series. What is the quaint zone? Just the wifi password for the shop, that we decided to call these episodes. In this episode, we talk about everything from Fast life campout, our big trips, the past 7 years of this podcast, and much more! Kyle …

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Charlie-Davidson Super Hooligan Racer #411 2:34:34

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On today's episode, I sit down with Charles Condit or, as most know him, Charlie Davidson. Charlie has competed in the BRL in the super hooligan class on his Harley Davidson Street bob! he is one of the nicest humans on two wheels, and in this episode, we get his back story along with some of his racing thoughts on the current state of American big…

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Pickard USA & Their New Carbon Fiber Parts Line #410 1:54:49

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On Today's episode, I sit down with a long-time friend, Jevon, who runs Pickard USA right here in Dallas ft worth. I have also used Pickard's products for many years on bike builds. Now, they have stepped into the carbon fiber game, offering a wide variety of carbon parts for your Harley Davidson. Here is all about them in this episode! Pickard USA…

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FXR-Tour 3 Builder Texas Performance Motorcycles #409 2:29:02

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Mark and Texas Performance Motorcycles operate from Austin, Texas. Mark, a longtime friend and veteran of this podcast, was nominated this year as a builder for the 2025 FXR Tour 3. In this episode, we learn about his build and get an update on his new shop space down in the capital of Texas! Texas Performance MC Instagram: https://www.instagram.co…

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From Making Music to Building Choppers Xavier Muriel #408 2:50:36

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Xavier has devoted his entire life to motorcycles. While he seized the opportunity to travel the world as the drummer for Buck Cherry, he also honed his fabrication skills under the mentorship of figures like Billy Lane over the years, ultimately winning Easy Rider Bike of the Year. Xavier is as down-to-earth as they come, enjoying both building an…

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2025 Harley-Davidson models review & upcoming events #407 2:23:26

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I sit down with Loud Mouf Devin, who mainly runs the podcast cameras and co-hosts our Patreon Garage Talk podcast, to discuss the Harley Davidson 2025 model launch, share our opinions, and discuss some upcoming events and trips. Don't miss out on our exclusive podcast, "Garage Talk," available only on our Patreon community. Join the Fast Life Crew …

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EASY RIDER CYCLE #406 1:43:24

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Renny and I catch up on the raffle game, the FXR world, and life running a motorcycle shop! Renny also built a handful of tasteful FXRs over the 2024 season that landed in the hands of some high-end customers; hear about it in this episode! Renny's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/easyridercycle/ Don't miss out on our exclusive podcast, "Garage …

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Talking Choppers & Beaver Bash 2 #405 3:24:01

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Talking choppers and the recent Beaver Bash 2 with the Guys Behind the Event! Jason Ochoa from Ft Worth, Texas, and Justin Haynie from Denton, Texas! I have had the pleasure of knowing Jason for almost 20 years, and I met Justin at the High Tide Chopper show in Galveston in 2023! Justin's Instagram https://www.instagram.comkillin.time/ Jason's Inst…

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Shifter Crew #404 3:23:38

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In today's episode, I sit down with Taylor, who is one-half of the Shifter Crew, along with Gabe, who is behind the Law Tigers in San Diego! Taylor and I met over the summer during the Born Free show! In this episode, we get some backstory to how the Shifter Crew was started, along with some insight into Taylor's military service! Shifter Crew http…

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Kruesi Originals, Build Off Finale Cowboy Harley #403 2:41:53

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We were Down in Austin, Texas, for the Kruesi vs. Blockhead build-off finale! Ryan and Trent from Kruesi Originals sit down for the 4th time to catch up on their growth in building bikes and their YouTube channel! Kruesi's Turbo Harley Davidson Street Glide put on a show while parked and being Drifted around the parking lot! Instagram https://www.i…

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Tommy Donnelly & Cowboy Harley Davidson #402 2:26:02

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I have known and purchased many motorcycles from Tommy for nearly ten years! Tommy is the GM at Teddy Morse's Cowboy Harley-Davidson in Austin, Texas! In this episode, we discuss the dealership side of Harley-Davidson over the years and the challenges they face! Tommys IG https://www.instagram.com/texasdyna1836/ Lone Star Swap Meet January 11th-12t…

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V-Twin Industry pioneer Bob Kay #401 3:05:21

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Bob Kay is a pioneer in American V-twin and custom motorcycle culture. He influences from the shadows, enhancing custom culture and modernizing bike shows. With over 50 years in the industry, he has experience ranging from running a Honda parts counter to buying into NEMPCO (later Tucker Rocky / Biker's Choice) and founding Biker Pros, as well as c…

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Whisky Boys 400 2:36:33

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As we celebrate our 400th episode, Jake, Marcus, and I Crack open a bottle of Still Austin Rye Whiskey. To talk abit about this past year in the motorcycle scene here in Dallas and some of our experiences on trips! Check out Still Austin https://www.stillaustin.com Marcus IG https://www.instagram.com/drkhrse40/ Jake IG https://www.instagram.com/swa…

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Mr. Fotography #399 2:58:13

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I have been fortunate to learn a lot from Bobby over the years! He is one of those photographers who knows how to bring people out of their shells. He captures the essence of bike events as well as the rugged beauty of bikes, often featuring a stunning woman draped across one. Bobby's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mr_fotography/ Stay ahead of…

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Raffle Bikes #398 3:12:35

1y ago3:12:35

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Mark from Texas Performance Motorcycles in Austin, Texas, and Chris Moos from Moos Craft out of Denton, Texas, Both simultaneously won Motorcycle Raffles out of the Northern California area. So they decided to fly out and ride them home together. Here is their story. Mark's IG https://www.instagram.com/texasperformancemc/ Moos IG https://www.instag…