Best Aaron Ecks Podcasts (2025)

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251: 'It was NEVER easy against my RIVALS, we gave EVERYTHING' - AARON SLIGHT 2:04:29

1d ago2:04:29

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In this powerful and candid episode of Off Track Podcast, host Dave Neal sits down with none other than Aaron Slight — legendary World Superbike (WorldSBK) rider and fan favourite. Known for his fierce determination and iconic performances, Aaron opens up about the high-octane highs of WorldSBK, his incredible experiences at the Suzuka 8 Hours, and…

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250: British Superbike Preview Show 2025 with STEVE DAY 2:06:02

8d ago2:06:02

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🏁 British Superbike Season Preview 2025 | Off Track Podcast with Steve Day (TNT Sports) 🏍️ Welcome back to Off Track Podcast, your go-to destination for everything British Superbikes and beyond! In this special episode, we’re joined by TNT Sports’ British Superbike commentator Steve Day to preview the 2025 Bennetts British Superbike Championship. W…

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249: 'MENTALLY and PHYSICALLY last YEAR was my TOUGHEST yet' - PETER HICKMAN 1:53:44

15d ago1:53:44

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In this fascinating episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sits down with none other than Peter Hickman – the 14-time Isle of Man TT winner, British Superbike race winner, and the fastest man ever around the TT Mountain Course. We dive deep into Hicky's legendary career, and Hicky opens up like never before, sharing the personal and profe…

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248: Off Track Live Show with Dave & Jen 1:41:07

21d ago1:41:07

1:41:07

Here's the audio from our recent live show as we answer questions from the youtube floor. The show will be back in full swing next week with none other than PETER HICKMAN! Enjoy! Send us a text Support the show Would you like early access to shows and the chance to ask questions of the guests? Well, you can, right here... https://www.patreon.com/jo…

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247: Inside MotoGP: Ex-Repsol Honda & Factory KTM Mechanic JONNY EYRE 3:10:42

29d ago3:10:42

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In this must-listen episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sits down with former Repsol Honda and Red Bull KTM mechanic Jonny Eyre for an in-depth conversation about life behind the scenes in the MotoGP paddock. From wrenching on factory machines for legends of the sport to navigating the intense world of professional motorcycle racing, J…

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246: The Best of Off Track vol 1 1:09:52

1M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

With no proper show this week I thought it unfair to leave you without anything - so as a throwback for the longer listeners and an introduction for the newer listeners, here's the best of our first year proper of doing Off track Podcast with Coopes, Hicky and Josh, Foggy, Leon Haslam, Niall Mackenzie, Tommy Bridewell, Tac Mackenzie, Shakery, Whit …

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245: 'It's going to be TOUGH, but I'm READY!' - SCOTT SWANN 1:29:24

1M ago1:29:24

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In this exciting episode of the Off Track Podcast, host Dave Neal sits down with the rising star of Northern Irish motorcycle racing, Scott Swann. As Scott makes his debut in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship (BSB) with the Send My Bag by IWR Racing Team, he shares his journey, passion for racing, and his goals for the season ahead. Scott…

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244: 'The EMOTION of RIDING a MOTOGP bike is INCREDIBLE' - RUBÉN XAUS 1:14:22

2M ago1:14:22

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In this thrilling episode of Off Track Podcast, host Dave Neal welcomes former World Superbike (WorldSBK) and MotoGP hero RUBÉN XAUS for an in-depth conversation about his incredible career, fearless riding style, and life beyond the racetrack. Known for his spectacular lean angles and aggressive racing, Xaus opens up about his journey through the …

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243: 'Your PROBLEM is you ENJOY it too MUCH!' - NICK JEFFERIES 2:52:56

2M ago2:52:56

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In this special episode of Off Track Podcast proudly sponsored this week by MIC PRINGLE MOTORSPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY, our host Dave Neal is joined by TT legend Nick Jefferies—the man who conquered the Isle of Man TT and whose family built a legacy in road racing and Trials riding. As a TT winner and veteran of the sport, Nick shares incredible insights,…

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242: Flippin' 'eck... It's STEVE PLATER! 2:16:58

2M ago2:16:58

2:16:58

In this thrilling episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sits down with none other than Steve Plater—a true legend in British motorcycle racing. As a former British Supersport Champion, Senior TT winner, North West 200 winner, and British Superbike race winner, Steve shares his incredible career highlights, road racing insights, and exper…

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241: 'I didn't HAVE a CLUE about RACING, I was just WINGING it!' - NEIL HODGSON 3:05:30

2M ago3:05:30

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In this episode of Off Track Podcast, proudly sponsored by SLICK MOTO EVENTS, our host Dave Neal sits down with Neil Hodgson, former British Superbike Champion, World Superbike Champion, and now a leading voice in MotoGP coverage as a pundit and commentator for TNT Sports. Neil shares behind-the-scenes stories from his incredible racing career, ins…

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240: 'You just CAN'T push BOUNDARIES in COMMENTARY these days' - KEITH HUEWEN 2:50:49

3M ago2:50:49

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In this episode of Off Track Podcast proudly sponsored by 77 FABS, we sit down with Keith Huewen—former British champion, Grand Prix racer, and one of the most iconic voices in motorcycle racing commentary. While his career on the track was impressive, Keith became a household name in MotoGP and WorldSBK broadcasting, providing expert analysis and …

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239: 'It's CRITICAL for the CHAMPIONSHIP to be on a CREDIBLE sports platform' - STUART HIGGS 1:37:31

3M ago1:37:31

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In this exclusive episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sits down with Stuart Higgs, the Series Director of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship (BSB). After a look back at the epic 2024 Season, Dave and Stuart then look ahead to 2025 as Stuart explains the series' switch to TNT Sports making this a must-listen for motorcycle raci…

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238: 'The BIGGEST mistake I MADE was NOT signing with KENNY!' - WAYNE GARDNER 2:23:43

3M ago2:23:43

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In this episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sit's down with none other than Wayne Gardner, the 1987 500cc Grand Prix World Champion. From humble beginnings in Australian Superbikes to making waves in the British Championships, Gardner’s relentless drive and sheer determination propelled him onto the world stage. We dive deep into his j…

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237: "...and THERE I was, HIDING in the BOTTOM of the FRIDGE!" - ROGER MARSHALL 2:25:36

3M ago2:25:36

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In this outstanding episode of Off Track Podcast proudly sponsored by On the Podium Prizes, we sit down with none other than the brilliant Roger Marshall, the 12-time British Champion and true national treasure in the world of motorcycle racing. With an illustrious career spanning the decades, Reg shares exclusive insights into what it takes to dom…

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236: 'I do LOVE an EARTHY Road Racer...says JEN' - DAVE & JEN RETURN! 2:26:15

3M ago2:26:15

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In this special all filler, no killer episode of Off Track, our host Dave Neal and his OT PA Jennifer Dawson step into the hot seats to answer your burning questions straight from our Facebook audience! From behind-the-scenes stories to the secrets of Britain's fastest-growing interview podcast, Dave and Jen share it all. But that’s not all – we’re…

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235: 'JOEY DUNLOP rang up for a set of TRIPLE CLAMPS in my first WEEK!' - MARK LLOYD 2:50:28

4M ago2:50:28

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In this episode of the Off Track Podcast, we sit down with Mark Lloyd, a highly experienced MotoGP Chief Mechanic currently working alongside Brad Binder at Red Bull KTM and with an impressive career in motorcycle racing. Mark has played a key role in winning multiple World Championships, including WorldSBK titles with John Kocinski and Colin Edwar…

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234: 'He said it HANDLED like a half-full BATH!' - MATT LLOYD 2:52:39

4M ago2:52:39

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Join us as we chat with Matt Lloyd, an elite mechanic for Trackhouse Racing, who shares his journey from sweeping out awnings in his early teens to working in the pinnacle of motorcycle racing, MotoGP. Matt takes us behind the scenes of MotoGP, offering a rare glimpse into the intricacies of preparing bikes that can hit over 200 mph. His insights a…

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233: 'I entered a ‘Miss Southern 100’ competition one year, and REALLY should’ve WON it!' - BRENT GLADWIN 3:00:20

4M ago3:00:20

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In this compelling episode of Off Track Podcast, our host Dave Neal sits down with Brent Gladwin, the driving force behind GR Motosport, to explore a lifetime of motorcycle racing, passion, and perseverance. Brent takes us on a journey through his own racing career, including the exhilarating highs and crushing lows of competing at the iconic Isle …

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232: 'It was the BEST experience of my LIFE so far!' - CHLOE JONES 1:04:11

4M ago1:04:11

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In this first adrenaline-packed episode of 2025, we dive into the incredible journey of Chloe Jones, a trailblazing female motorcycle racer who’s making waves in the world of motorsport. Last year, Chloe turned heads as she competed in the final round of the prestigious Women's Circuit Racing World Championship for GRmotosport. Now, she’s gearing u…

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231: 'WHAT have I let MYSELF in FOR?!' - MICHAEL RUTTER 1:35:18

4M ago1:35:18

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What Have I Let Myself in For?! | TT Legend Michael Rutter's New BSB Team Adventure Get ready for an inside look at the thrilling world of motorcycle racing! In this video, we dive into TT legend Michael Rutter's bold new challenge—launching his own British Superbike team. Join us as Michael shares his journey, the highs and lows, and what it takes…

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230: 'WorldSBK has been INCREDIBLE this year, one of the BEST yet' - GREG HAINES 1:38:58

5M ago1:38:58

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This week we’re joined by the legendary Greg Haines, the charismatic voice of Eurosport’s World Superbike Championship coverage. Greg takes us on a deep dive into the world of motorcycle racing, sharing his journey from a passionate fan to one of the sport’s most recognizable commentators. Hear his insider stories from the paddock, insights on what…

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229: 'It HURT losing the Championship, but we'll be STRONGER next year' - BEN CURRIE 56:21

5M ago56:21

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In this adrenaline-fueled episode, we’re joined by none other than Ben Currie, the Aussie motorcycle racing sensation and former British Supersport Champion. From his early days in Australia to tearing up the tracks in Europe, Ben shares his journey to becoming one of the most respected names in the sport. Currently riding with the Moto Rapido Duca…

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228: 'Some RIDERS just don't UNDERSTAND the SACRIFICES needed to SUCCEED' - ROGER BURNETT 1:32:15

5M ago1:32:15

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This week we make a return to stately Laceby Manor as former Grand Prix racer and Senior TT winner Roger Burnett joins us to discuss the world of rider management. Rog guided both James Toseland and Neil Hodgson to WorldSBK success and a helping hand with a host of riders through the years. These days Rog puts all his attention into Ryan Vickers an…

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227: '...and THAT's when REALITY hit! - JORDAN & FRANK BIRD Jnr 1:08:57

5M ago1:08:57

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After their well-received Off Track debut back in March, Jordan and Frank make their return to the show after successfully completing their maiden full British Superbike Championship season with their rider Glenn Irwin. Bringing home 8 wins, a 2nd and a 3rd and not forgetting that historic week on the North Coast of Northern Ireland where the team …

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226: Motorcycle LIVE Special with GLENN IRWIN, OWEN JENNER, RORY SKINNER, LEON HASLAM and STORM STACEY 1:00:03

5M ago1:00:03

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Five great chats from Motorcycle Live as we're joined by Hager PBM Ducati's GLENN IRWIN, Rapid Honda's OWEN JENNER, Cheshire Mouldings Ducati man RORY SKINNER, Moto Rapido Ducati's LEON HASLAM and finally, still awaiting his 2025 plans, it's STORM STACEY! Enjoy! Send us a text Support the show Would you like early access to shows and the chance to …

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225: 'There was an angry MAX BIAGGI stood RIGHT behind me!' - JULIAN RYDER 2:14:13

6M ago2:14:13

2:14:13

As we’ve discussed many times on the show, commentary is THE most divisive subject among race fans. We all have our favourites, many yearn for the old days, and make no mistake it’s not a job I fancy as my skin is nowhere near thick enough! Thankfully my guest this week is the one of the most recognisable and best loved voices in motorcycle racing …

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224: 'I'm coming BACK to the CHAMPIONSHIP a BETTER rider' - BRAD RAY 36:39

6M ago36:39

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My guest this week is the Bennetts British Superbike Champion of 2022 – after lifting the title with OMG Racing my guest switched attention to the WorldSBK championship for '23 and '24 and while the results weren’t as many of us and Brad had hoped he makes his return to the Bennetts British Superbike championship a faster more complete rider and on…

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223: 'I saw the HOSPITAL and thought GOOD, that's not FAR!' - MIKE 'SPIKE' EDWARDS 2:41:19

6M ago2:41:19

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Welcome back to Off Track Podcast with me Dave Neal, my guest this week is a true legend of British Motorcycle Racing – with wins at the NW200, Macau, a British Supersport champion, Endurance racing podiums, contesting the Phillip Island Classic and a top level rider coach as well, this man has been there and pretty much done it all and on almost e…

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222: BSB Chat with MICHAEL HOWARTH 1:42:15

7M ago1:42:15

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Welcome to Off Track Podcast this week’s guest makes his return despite his insistence that last time was the last time – let me say now that the show isn’t a q&a interview as you’ve become used to, it’s a rare proper chat so we do step over each other from time to time. You hear more from me than usual with Howie not spending so much time in the p…

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221: 'After LAST SEASON it's an INCREDIBLE feeling to become a WORLD CHAMPION' - DAN LINFOOT 1:20:28

7M ago1:20:28

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From winning the Superstock title last season then being stripped of it almost immediately, to the planets aligning for the opportunity of a lifetime to contest the Endurance World Championship with one of the most recognised teams in the championship was a chance he seized with both hands to become 2024 Endurance World Champion with Yoshimura SERT…

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220:'The PERSON I come ACROSS as ISN'T the PERSON I am' - JOSH BROOKES 2:45:00

7M ago2:45:00

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This is an absolutely fascinating episode proudly sponsored by 1p mobile, the UK's cheapest PAYG mobile tariff. It’s been 11 years since I last sat down with this Josh Brookes on his own and it's a show I’ve very much looked forward to doing since we refreshed and relaunched our show back in Feb ’23. In those 11 years he’s won two British Superbike…

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219: 'It's a CHANCE I thought I might NEVER get again' - FRASER ROGERS 1:06:49

7M ago1:06:49

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Motorcycle racing can give the highest of highs while retaining the ability to kick you when you’re down and my guest this week has seen his fair share of both. His talent has never been in doubt but his career thus far has never quite fulfilled that talent. For 2024 Fraser Rogers made his return to the Bennetts British Superbike championship with …

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218: 'It has the POTENTIAL to be an EPIC weekend' - Donington Park BSB Preview 46:47

8M ago46:47

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Dave's flying solo this week after logisitics and plan changes for our guests meant we had to shift it up a gear and let our host out on his own unsupervised and unscripted... There's a first time for everything and we reckon its ok for a first go as Dave looks ahead to the penultimate round of BSB before delving into a few questions off our social…

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217: It's a GREAT opportunity to FIGHT against the BEST with the BEST' - FABIO DI GIANNANTONIO 13:02

8M ago13:02

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Welcome to this special episode with Pertamina Enduro VR46 MotoGP man, Fabio Di Giannantonio. As is the way with these MotoGP interviews it’s just 10 minutes but it’s amazing how much you can understand Diggia's character in that time and find out a lot about the man himself, it’s very reminiscent of the Toprak chat back at Donington Park. Enjoy! S…

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216: 'SOMETIMES it takes a little LONGER to BELIEVE in YOURSELF' - KYLE RYDE 1:01:09

8M ago1:01:09

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This week my guest is a man who’s firmly inserted himself as a Bennetts British Superbike Championship contender in 2024. Fresh off the back of his Man of the Meeting performance at Cadwell Park with his maiden Superbike win at the circuit, a second place and his second win on the Sunday, the King of the Mountain and Cadwell 90 trophy winner Kyle R…

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215: 'It's PITCH BLACK and quite SCARY!' - TOM WARD 1:00:17

8M ago1:00:17

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Welcome to Off Track Podcast, have you missed us? That week off was very much needed and we’re more than ready to push on to the end of the BSB season and into the winter months! This week’s show is a cracker! Timing is everything with these shows and we’d already agreed with Tom Ward to do the chat over the weekend at Cadwell – little did we know …

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214: 'He THREW his headphones DOWN and that was the LAST I saw of HIM!' - JACK BURNICLE 2:19:06

9M ago2:19:06

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He's a British motorcycle racing commentary institution; from WorldSBK to BSB most famously alongside the great James Whitham, Jack Burnicle became the voice of Superbike racing on Eurosport and into homes across the UK. It's been three seasons since Jack graced our screens so we headed off to the Wirral to see how he's doing and what he's been up …

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213: It's Red Bull GASGAS MotoGP Team boss, HERVÉ PONCHARAL! 1:05:01

9M ago1:05:01

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Well, we’ve saved the best til last from Silverstone..it’s Red Bull GASGAS Tech3 team boss Hervé Poncharal! I’d been told by so many people before we sat down that Hervé is an absolute gentleman who loves to chat (which is useful for a podcast guest) and they weren’t wrong – what an absolute pleasure it was to sit with him and just listen to his vi…

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212: It's Moto2 star, ALONSO LOPEZ! 15:33

9M ago15:33

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It's the fourth of our chats from the Monster Energy British Grand Prix – in this episode it a short chat with Speed-Up Racing’s Alonso Lopez! The Spaniard is making his name in Moto2 and finds himself on the shopping list of MotoGP teams for 2025, will he get his chance like his teammate Fermin Aldeguer? Time will tell…. Remember to like and subsc…

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211: 'Riding the HONDA MotoGP bike is INCREDIBLY frustrating!' - TAKA NAKAGAMI 31:47

9M ago31:47

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Any rider in MotoGP that rides a Honda is struggling, that’s clear to see, but what does it feel like from the rider’s view? We sat down with Idemitsu LCR Honda’s Taka Nakagami to find out just HOW frustrating things are at the moment riding for the Japanese giant that is HRC. After the weekend rumours began to circulate that Somkiat Chantra is bei…

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210: What a talent! It's Moto3 Championship leader, DAVID ALONSO! 18:00

9M ago18:00

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We sat down with the ultra-talented Moto3 Championship leader at Silverstone to find out a little bit more about the 18 year old Colombian who is destined for great things in the MotoGP paddock. The Aspar Team rider is a delightful young man with his head firmly on his shoulders but also one who truly enjoys his racing and his life without a hint o…

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209: He's the next BRITISH Moto3 Grand Prix star... he's EDDIE O'SHEA! 20:25

9M ago20:25

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It was announced by MLav Racing at Silverstone that Eddie O'Shea will become the latest Briton to make his mark in Grand Prix racing when the series hits Indonesia in late September when Eddie turns 18. We sat down with Eddie at the home of the British Grand Prix to find out how the Leicestershire rider feels about becoming a Moto3 Grand Prix rider…

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208: 'I DEFINITELY made some MISTAKES' - JAMIE ROBINSON 1:48:27

10M ago1:48:27

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Welcome to Off Track Podcast my guest this week is man who so many of you have been waiting patiently to hear from… he was 250 British Champion in 1995, raced in 250 Grand Prix, British Superbikes, British Supersport and the Isle of Man TT before settling for a new life in California, ladies and gentleman it's Jamie Robinson This episode was sponso…

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207: 'In MotoGP it's FINESSE, here it's more SAVAGE' - REMY GARDNER 30:50

10M ago30:50

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Welcome to Off Track Podcast and the second of our WorldSBK specials. After winning the Moto2 World Championship in 2021 Remy Gardner lasted one season in MotoGP before finding himself without a ride in the championship, a switch to GRT Yamaha in WorldSBK followed for 2023 and in 2024 that relationship continues. A stand-in ride for Alex Rins on th…

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206: WorldSBK Special - TOPRAK RAZGATLIOGLU & SAM LOWES 30:25

10M ago30:25

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Welcome to Off Track Podcast, our show this week is the first of two WorldSBK specials – three chats over two shows starting with 7 mins with BMW Motorrad’s championship leader Toprak Razgatlioglu and then 20 mins with WorldSBK rookie Marc VDS Ducati man Sam Lowes – there’s a small audio issue with my first three questions to Sam but it doesn’t imp…

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205: 'If you rode HARD enough, you got your CHANCE' - RON HASLAM 1:56:48

10M ago1:56:48

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Last week it was the Pocket Rocket but this week it’s the Rocket himself, Ron Haslam! We sat down with Ron at his farm as he tells stories from his illustrious career and the people that were instrumental in his rise to Grand Prix racing and beyond. When you visit the farm the first thing you realise is that Ron’s still as involved as ever and does…

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204: 'It's been a REALLY tough start after serious INJURY' - LEON HASLAM 39:49

10M ago39:49

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After the Donington Park BSB round we headed to deepest Derbyshire to the Haslam Farm where we sat down with 2018 BSB Champion Leon Haslam. We chat about the end of last season and the start of 2024, in which Leon makes quite a personal revelation as to where he is physically. It's always a pleasure to sit with Leon and this episode was no differen…

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203: 'I'm f****** EVERYONE in FP1!' - TOMMY BRIDEWELL 1:18:57

10M ago1:18:57

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Hello and welcome to Off Track Podcast proudly sponsored by zerofit, the world’s warmest base layers, our guest this week needs little introduction – joined by our great mate Ben Currie one last time before he steps aside from his co-host role, we sit down with 2023 Bennetts British Superbike Champion Tommy Bridewell! We talk all things Honda Racin…

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202: 'I HAVE to PERFORM, that's the REALITY...' - ANDREW IRWIN 57:06

11M ago57:06

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This week's guest, in proud association with Zerofit the king of baselayers, has had a difficult time over the last 12 months in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship. After sustaining a career-threatening injury during the Knockhill test in '23, coupled with helping develop a brand-new Honda Fireblade for ’24, it’s not been an easy time for …

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