Episode 21 shares our usual motorcycle recalls and then spends time with Rex Harrold, Indiana Task Force Leader for Ride for Kids. We discuss the history of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and the Ride for Kids. Then we discuss the Indianapolis ride which takes place on Sunday September 11th. Find out where the ride is near you and support the kids who have been stricken with this terrible trial. This ran a little long but all the information had to be covered.

The Ride for Kids will be the official Ride of the Motorcycle Nation Podcast. We will be riding next Sunday and will get more involved over the next year behind the scenes. We will still support the Miracle Ride for Riley Hospital as well. Both organizations deserve our help and our family, having a child fighting a brain tumor, is fortunate to have two places to turn to. Please donate today or ride in the nearest Ride for Kids in your area.

Host Hotel
Radisson Hotel Indianapolis Airport
2500 S. High School Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46241
Phone: 317-244-3361
**Tell them you are riding in the Ride for Kids. 10% of your donation will go to the ride.

**If you are interested in volunteering to work the ride or you are the parent of a child fighting a brain tumor and you wish for them be be considered to be a star you can email Rex at indyrideforkids@hotmail.com

Additional Links
Ride for Kids Indy Newsletter
2011 Indy Ride for Kids Information Page
Triumph Tiger 800 and 800XC Optional Center Stand Assembly Recall
Triumph Tiger 800 and 800XC Engine Management Software Recall

Episode 20 brings us back to the podcast after a year without an episode. I lost track of time while dealing with my daughter’s illness. Just a quick update, we have won another battle as the tumor continues to shrink. We are praising God for his wonderful miracle healing powers.

This episode we cover two motorcycle recalls involving Triumph and Ducati. Links to the recall are shown at the end of the show notes. Then we dive into a review on the Earfuze Fuze custom earphone system This system is a low cost alternative to the high end earbuds sold at many motorcycle shows and rallies that cost upwards of $100. Listen to the review and see for yourself.

We are glad that you are hanging out with us today and we hope you will stick around and send your friends as we fire this labor of love back up. Above all make sure that you ride safe.

Links

Music
The Specialist by The Specialist
Stompin Ground by SoulSeeker
Recalls
Ducati
Triumph

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This episode brings you the rumors and reports of controversy surrounding the Hoka Hey Challenge, an 8,000+ test of endurance on two wheels that started in Key West, FL on June 20th and ended July 4th in Homer, AK. Hoka Hey is said to be a Lakota term meaning “It’s a good day to die” and is said to be the battle cry of the legendary Crazy Horse. Jump on in and listen to the rumors and tell me what you think.

Links:
SideStand Up
Hoka Hey Challenge
The Motoworld
MotoCaribe Motorcycle Tours
Hoka Hey Challenge Facebook Page – Go to the discussions area and read up!

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This episode covers the recent rumors, or Trouble in Paradise?, of the Motor Company. There have been recent rumors of Harley Davidson being sold and we give a little info here. Most interesting is the spin the Todd B. Wilson, cohost of the Motorcycle Radio Network, takes. See his blog post here. Not all the trouble in the industry lies in Milwaukee though. We talk about the final sale of American Ironhorse and the sale of Ridley Motorcycles. Find out what will happen with them.

We also bring a little MotoGP news and provide you a link on how to get your chance to ride with the big boys in World Superbikes and World Supersport at Utah’s Miller Motorsports Park in Utah. There are wildcard spots to be filled if you feel like you have what it takes to get off the porch and compete. You can find out the requirements and fill out an application by clicking right here. In addition, we give information on an upcoming endurance ride, The HokaHey Challenge, that you can join. It is a run from Key West, FL to Homer, AK and covers some 7,000 miles.

Our final story comes from the UK and involves alcohol and riding. You gotta listen to this one.

As promised the interesting video on how sound checks are done on motorcycles courtesy of YouTube.

There may be trouble in Milwaukee Paradise but there is still plenty of true paradise in the Dominican Republic. Call my friends at MotoCaribe Motorcycle Tours and book your trip to fun in the sun the two wheel way. 800-877-MOTOFUN ext. 100

We have exciing interviews coming up with the creators of some unique products aimed at the motorcycling community and based on riders. Make sure you come back soon and check us out. Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or the Zune store or just listen right here on the website. Show recommendations are always welcome at Steve@mcnationpodcast.com

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This episode discusses the challenges of riding in the spring after the car operators have not seen us for many months. We discuss awareness, sand, and the potholes created from the winter freeze. If you live in certain states I provide you with information on how to get those potholes fixed so you don’t hit them later. We also talk about what a motorcycle safety class will do for you. Whether you have ridden for many years or you have the desire to step over the saddle for the very first time, there are things that you will learn by taking a course. Below you will find out how to find the closest Motorcycle Safety Foundation class to you. We also covered two recalls and you will find the numbers to the manufacturers listed below.

Links
Recalls
Kawasaki 1-866-802-9381
Aprilia 1-212-380-4431

Motorcycle Safety Foundation

http://msf-usa.org

Road Hazard Reporting

http://roadhazard.org

ABATE of Indiana

http://abateonline.org

1-800-23ABATE

MotoCaribe Motorcycle Tours – Motorcycle tours in the Dominican Republic

http://motocaribe.com

1-877MOTOFUN ext 100

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