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  • False Neutral Podcast #131 – The Finale

    False Neutral Podcast #131 – The Finale

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    Our final episode. We update you on our projects one last time. We choose a single current bike as your three hosts’ mutual favorite, along with the one bike we’d each like to have in our living room as art. We wrap up with a few letters from listeners and our final thoughts.  It’s been…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #130 – Clip Show

    False Neutral Podcast #130 – Clip Show

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    This month’s episode is a retrospective clip show featuring all the special guests we’ve had on the podcast over the past seven years. Looking back at all the great people who have appeared on The False Neutral, I’m genuinely proud. We’ll be back one more time next month for our final episode. Links to individual…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #129 – The beginning of the end

    False Neutral Podcast #129 – The beginning of the end

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    Your trio of hosts marvel at Garrett’s amazing Vespa sale on BaT and update you on our project bikes. We then discuss the new Chinese-built Moto Morinis that will be coming to America, along with KTM’s 790s and 890s and several electric motorcycles. To wrap up, we announce that after 7 years, the False Neutral…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #128 – Jim’s Adventure Bike Advice

    False Neutral Podcast #128 – Jim’s Adventure Bike Advice

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    My old friend Jim joins us for a second time for a discussion of large adventure bikes, specifically the Suzuki V-Strom and the Honda Africa Twin. Jim does a lot of trail riding in his home state of Colorado. He has a lot of first-hand experience with Honda’s DCT transmission and he shares the pros…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #127 – Iconic Motorbikes with Abhi Eswarappa

    False Neutral Podcast #127 – Iconic Motorbikes with Abhi Eswarappa

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    The September episode is live! Eric updates us on his Vietnam trip, then we interview Abhi Eswarappa of Iconic Motorbikes. Abhi’s audio feed isn’t the greatest quality, but give him some slack. He was using his phone. Through wireless earbuds. Outdoors. At an airport. He’s still a fascinating guest, with plenty of interesting bikes to…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #126 – Garrett & Pete

    False Neutral Podcast #126 – Garrett & Pete

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    Eric had a last-minute conflict and couldn’t join us for this month’s episode, so we make do with a smaller cast and somewhat abbreviated run time. Garrett and Pete discuss our project bikes (as usual), including updates on both of Garrett’s RZ350s. We also consider what large adventure bike Garrett might look for to add…

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  • Dainese redefines its Smart Jacket family with the LS Sport

    Dainese redefines its Smart Jacket family with the LS Sport

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    I don’t ride motorcycles, but I’m fascinated by motorcycle protection. From armored-up jeans to full Bubble Boy outfits, there are a ton of options for gear. And one of the more interesting families of motorcycle gear is the air protection system built into the Dainese Smart Jacket. Now it’s apparently even better because Dainese has…

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  • False Neutral #125 – Parts & Predators

    False Neutral #125 – Parts & Predators

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    This episode, we have two months worth of events to cover. Our hosts have been in a four-wheel mode, building, repairing, and shopping for cars. We update you on some recent and upcoming travel, and of course discuss what’s up with our project bikes, including another look into the wild world of Predator performance mods. …

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  • False Neutral Podcast #124 – Back To The Shop!

    False Neutral Podcast #124 – Back To The Shop!

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    This month’s episode is almost entirely our Workshop Update. Garrett freshened up his vintage Vespa Super Sport and unexpectedly focused his attention on the rat-rod RZ, while Pete has been developing a project concept around his Benelli frame. In the process of discussing these, we talk about how the Internet has changed parts chasing. It’s…

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  • False Neutral Podcast #123 – Adventure Bike Extravaganza

    False Neutral Podcast #123 – Adventure Bike Extravaganza

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    What ADV bikes make great commuters? After a recap of Garrett’s family dirt bike excursion, and a quick Workshop Update, a listener’s question launches a discussion about the current crop of adventure bikes. Thanks to James for his great question. We love to hear from listeners and we’re eager to answer your questions. Please rate…

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