How about a kinder, cheaper Desert X from Ducati? Check out that valve maintenance interval!!!

https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/desertx/desertx-v2

Greg Castillo Joins us from FlatOut Garage.

Guy Martin gets 12 points on his license and now has a suspended license.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86exgd6z01o

In honor of Greg:

Honda launches a FTR125 Monkey bike in the Philippines

https://www.topgear.com.ph/moto-sapiens/motorcycle-news/honda-monkey-ftr-125-bims-2026-a5361-20260323

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ClevelandMoto podcast 547 Show Notes:

Honda releasing 2 new 400cc 4 cylinders, but, will we see them in North America?

- Last month we talked about the 4 Cylinder 500cc bikes that were at the CIMA (Chinese motorcycle show), but these are made in Japan and would compete with bikes like the Kawi ZX400RR - who is going to pay double for a 4 cylinder when there are dozens of 400cc Singles and twins to choose from?

https://global.honda/jp/news/2026/2260320.html

Aprilia thinks you can never have too many wings....they've just patented "Leg-Wings" that go behind a riders legs to improve aero.

https://www.corsedimoto.com/en/motogp/aprilia-patents-the-leg-wings-from-motogp-innovation-to-the-road

Harley davidson announced their plans for saving their company and it's based on..... drum roll please.....HERITAGE!

Can KKR & Co. buying 4 Billion of their only profitable division and giving them a very short lifeline be enough to rescue the brand? Be sure to watch the willie nelson video below:

https://investor.harley-davidson.com/news/news-details/2026/HARLEY-DAVIDSON-LAUNCHES-RIDE/default.aspx

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq9TOdyt6So

Phils going to guadalajara in 2 weeks, it's going to be 90+ every day, I'm flying in and out, what is ESSENTIAL, but can still be brought on the plane for comfort and safety?

Anyone wanna ride the Triumph speed 400? I'm bringing one.

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podcast 546 show notes:

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Mid Ohio / AMA VMD camping/ticket madness. I guess we're only allowed to co-habitate this year at VMD. The price has gone up and your tent or camper pass comes with 2 all-weekend passes. Well, that's no fun.

The CAKE Comeback: the return of the electric motorcycle manufacturer under new ownership, analyzing what this means for the premium electric commuter market.

Honda’s E-Clutch Expansion: the 2026 Transalp getting the Automated E-Clutch, discussing if this technology is the future of accessible adventure riding.

CFMOTO’s High-Revving 500SR Voom: Analyze the specs of the new 500cc inline-four sportbike and whether retro-styled, smaller displacement bikes are gaining momentum.

Bimota KB399 First Look: Discuss the Italian brand's new sub-400cc sportbike, focusing on the intersection of premium pricing and small-displacement.

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Cleveland Moto Podcast Show notes 545

Welcome back to the Romantic Hispanic, Oscar is in town.

What tech can you live without on your motorcycle?

Airbags, put them on the person, or put them on the bike?

Recalls: The 2026 Yamaha TW200 has been recalled due to a faulty speedometer.

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Episode 544 show notes:

What is the most reliable motorcycle?

Is a Lithium motorcycle battery right for you?

Triumph is giving away a special edition Bonneville 1200 for the distinguished gentleman's ride.

Kawasaki has upped the ninja zx6 recall into a do not ride/d do not sell situation. Going back to 2024.

The baby GS has been announced for the European market, but we won't be seeing it until it's a 27 model for the United States. Expect the price to be over $7,500 for the base model. Built by TVs in India

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Not foolin' this is one of our absolutely greatest guests ever. Graham Sykes and his wife Diane are the brains and brawn behind the Force Of Nature Steam Powered drag racing motorcycle. Do you like science and engineering? Well strap in buttercup, we're cooking with gas here (technically Kerosene).

He's got about 8 world records including a silver medal in testicular circumference.

It goes from 0-100 mph in 8/10th of a second.

We also talk about motorcycles you can buy today for less than $5k (and they're all fuel injected).

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Aprilia steals the podium from Ducati. MotoGP Results:

Marco Bezzecchi

(Aprilia) won the opening round of the 2026 season at the Thai Grand Prix

https://www.motorsport.com/motogp/news/motogp-thailand-gp-marco-bezzecchi-rebounds-to-win-tyre-drama-for-marc-marquez/10801280/

• Historic Podium: 18-year-old
• Kayla Yaakov
• became the first woman to reach the podium at the Daytona 200
• https://kaylayaakov.com/
• Rahal Ducati is clearly stacking her deck: filmogaz.com/190390

Honda issues a bunch of recalls and stop-sales:

https://motorsportsnewswire.com/2026/01/12/honda-is-recalling-certain-2024-2026-cbr600rr-motorcycles/#:~:text=Remedy:%20The%20remedy%20is%20currently,gov%20beginning%20January%207%2C%202026.

Honda has issued several stop-sale orders and recalls in 2024–2025 due to safety defects (faulty fuel pumps on Gold Wings and CBRs), emissions compliance issues (Grom 125 and 300L), and potential, faulty switches on Africa Twin models. Additionally, poor sales for certain models have led to dealers pulling stock, and some, like the Super Cub 50, are being discontinued.

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Key Stop-Sale/Recall Details:2017–2024 Gold Wing, 2018–2020 CBR600RR, 2018–2019 CBR1000RR: Faulty fuel pumps.2020–2026 Grom 125: Emission label/fuel system compliance issues.2020–2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin: Left handle switch/wiring harness issue.2022–2024 CRF50F, CRF110F, CRF125F: Off-road recall for crash risk.300L Models: Ongoing, nationwide, stop-sale due to emission compliance.

Deaths are down injuries are up at Daytona bike week:

https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/volusia/2026/03/10/daytona-bike-week-crash-cases-up-in-2026-hospital-says/89088373007/

You can win a motorcycle for $50 at MotoGo bringing back shop class benefit.

https://app.betterunite.com/motogo-bringinbackshopclassbenefit

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Positivity Wins. And believe me, we need a win.

Nothing but good vibes on this podcast until Chris decides to bring up Harley Davidsons new smaller bike...we nearly lose it all. McElfresh had to shoot Tom with a Tranquilizer dart.

Video is here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/sXOqarOyvmk?si=zNhHkkpU4Invm_zJ

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