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Pit Pass Moto

Evergreen Podcastswww.pitpassmoto.com
Clint Esposito and Heather Wilson bring the biggest names in the motorcycle industry right to fans through candid interviews with insiders and racers. Each week, hear from the voices who fuel the industry for the latest on gear, racing, technology, and more.
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Episodes

Pit Pass Moto End of 2020 Wrap-Up Special

Hosts PJ Doran and Dave Sulecki share a few of their favorite moments on Pit Pass in 2020! Highlights include interviews with: Cameron Beaubier (00:50) John Hopkins (04:06) Tony Wenck (07:34) Brock Sellards (11:23) Trevor Vines (14:14) Melissa Paris (15:57) Thank YOU for tuning in this year. If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app where you’ll get alerts when new episodes are uploaded. If you have a moment, please rate and review! We really appreciate it...

Dec 31, 202020 min

The 2020 Race Season Recap!

Hosts PJ Doran and Dave Sulecki recap the 2020 race season. Get all the highlights and results from MotoAmerica , Supercross, MotoGp and more!

Nov 26, 202028 min

Alex Martin- Changing Bikes, Changing Teams

Alex Martin fills us in on how he is recovering after his recent surgery, insight into his training schedule, and what he has in the works for 2021. Follow Alex on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Name ANY brothers that have competed in AMA National Motocross at the same time. Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Tommy Boy Halverson, Chris Bishop, Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow, and Producers Brigid Coyne & Leah Longbrake....

Nov 19, 202021 min

Shane McElrath: Adjusting to New Classes, Teams & Bikes

Get a recap of last weekend's races and hear our projections for the rest of the season. Shane McElrath joins us to talk about moving into the 450 class, joining a new team, and adapting to a new bike. He shares details about what he looks for in a new bike and how different riders sometimes approach this. Follow Shane on Twitter: @ shanemcelrath_ Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: When was the last year that Honda offered a 2-stroke competition motorcycle for sale? Pit Pass Moto is a production of ...

Nov 12, 202027 min

Michael Barnes- Transitioning from Full Time Rider to the Next Chapter

On this episode rider Michael Barnes discusses the bike issues that recently kept him from competing in Laguna, a special car project he’s working on after losing a friend, and his hopes for Daytona 200. He also tells us about his engagement to fellow rider Anne Roberts. Follow Michael on Facebook ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: What year did Harley Davidson introduce the Sportster model motorcycle to their line up? Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Tom...

Nov 05, 202025 min

Cory West- 4th Generation Rider Makes History

4th generation rider Corey West discusses instructing at bootcamp, starting Froggy's Moto Tours and being a “Racer of the Recession.” Oh, and he and his girlfriend kinda made history. Follow Cory on Facebook and Instagram Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Name the first motorcyclist to hold the outright land speed record. Name the rider and year Check out the answer after our interview with Cory West! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Tommy Boy Halverson, C...

Oct 29, 202034 min

Tyler O'Hara- S&S Cycle, Inc. Indian Motorcycle Rider Talks King of Baggers and Coaching

S&S Cycle, Inc. Indian Motorcycle rider Tyler O’Hara discusses the King of the Baggers Invitational coming up on October 23-25 at the MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest, coaching young riders, and what he has on tap for 2021. Follow Tyler on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: The American Motorcyclist Association awards three Supercross Championships each year. Name them. Check out the answer after our interview withTyler O’Hara! Sponsor: MotoAmerica , the home of t...

Oct 22, 202025 min

Brian Schaffran- Hoping to Inspire Future Mechanics with Skidmark Garage

Brian Schaffran, the owner of Skidmark Garage in Cleveland, Ohio, talks to hosts PJ Doran and Dave Sulecki about building a community with his 10,000 sq. ft garage. The D.I.Y., self-serve garage offers the tools, classes and a lounge (including beer!) for its members. Brian hopes it inspires people to be mechanics, and that more people will join their village. Follow Skidmark Garage on Instagram and YouTube ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: What film is considered the first real biker movie? Chec...

Oct 15, 202025 min

Mathew Scholtz- Westby Racing Rider Enjoying a Successful 2020 Season

MotoAmerica Superbike/ Westby Racing Rider Mathew Scholtz discusses his successful season, which event was his favorite, and tells us if he will be back with Westby in 2021. He also shares his gratitude for how MotoAmerica has handled the race season despite the pandemic. Follow Mathew on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: In what year was the Champion Cup Series founded? Check out the answer after our interview with Mathew Scholtz! Sponsor: MotoAmerica , the home ...

Oct 08, 202027 min

James Rispoli- The Veteran Becoming A Rookie

Road Race Champion James Rispoli discusses his training discipline when segues from dirt track to road racing. He also shares how though he’s a veteran, he may be going for Rookie of the Year in the Super Twins class at the age of 30. Follow James on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Who was the first female racer to qualify and race an AMA Supercross event? Name the rider, and what race event this happened? Check out the answer after our interview with James Rispol...

Oct 01, 202032 min

Rory O'Neall- What's Trending In Vintage Bikes & Racing

On this episode, Team International Air Hammer and Product Rep for Bridgestone Motorcycle Tires , Rory O’Neall, fills us in on the trends in vintage racing and what will be the next wave of vintage bikes. He also shares why it’s so important to welcome new riders. Follow Rory on Facebook and Instagram ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: An avid motorcycle enthusiast, he was known to own many motorcycles over his lifetime. What was Elvis Presley’s last motorcycle? Check out the answer after our inte...

Sep 24, 202028 min

Andrew Lee- Stock 1000 Champion Debuting In Superbike at Barber

MotoAmerica Superbike Unlimited Franklin Armory rider and Stock 1000 champion, Andrew Lee , discusses the upcoming race at Barber . He shares his excitement to be back at the track, this time in his debut in Superbike! He also shares how his family is being impacted by the California wildfires. Follow Andrew Lee on Facebook and Instagram! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: The first motocross race held on a race track inside a stadium took place on August 28, 1948 at which stadium? Check out the ans...

Sep 17, 202023 min

Jason Raines- Owner of Raines Riding University Is Leading by Example and Having Fun

Jason Raines, owner of Raines Riding University , gives an update on his riding school and encourages parents to get their children into the sport. He also discusses why it’s important to lead by example and to have fun while riding. Follow Jason Raines on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: The GNCC Race began in 1975 and was called The Blackwater 100? Why was it given that name? Check out the answer after our interview with Jason Raines! Sponsor: MotoAmerica , the...

Sep 10, 202026 min

Melissa Paris- Life On the Other Side of the Wrench

Melissa Paris discusses what it’s like to be “on the other side of the wrench” now that she has transitioned from rider to mechanic for Cam Petersen , who won in the Stock 1000 this past weekend at the Ridge. She also shares her appreciation for the crew that helped her in her career, and what race weekend is like now as a family with a 2 year old. Follow Melissa Paris on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Who is the 1st woman to win an AMA Pro Road Race? Check out...

Sep 03, 202027 min

Tony Wenck- Pit Pass Moto Co-Creator and 2017 Baja 500 Champion

Former host and co-creator of Pit Pass Moto, Tony Wenck, explains how his back injury is still affecting him and his riding. He also shares what it was like hosting the Justin Brayton Shootout at Riverside Raceway during the Covid-19 pandemic, and his trip to Sturgis. And you know with Tony, there’s alway a story! Follow Tony on Facebook and the latest at his track Riverside Raceway ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: With the rear wheel driven by a belt, the Model H was fitted with what engine? Ch...

Aug 27, 202029 min

Josh Hayes- Superbike Champion Navigating Career Changes and Mentoring Young Riders

4x AMA Superbike Champion Josh Hayes discusses the reward and lessons he gets from being a mentor to young riders like Cameron Beaubier, Bobby Fong, and Cam Peterson. He also explains how after the season abruptly ended during Daytona qualifying this past March he hopes to be back on the track this October. Follow Josh Hayes on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: In 1898, what company in England began producing motorbikes? Check out the answer after our interview wi...

Aug 20, 202042 min

Sean Bice- Content Creator and Storyteller for MotoAmerica

Sean Bice from MotoAmerica fills us in on the latest with the organization. We also discuss the next generation of riders, the excitement of having fans in the stands when possible, and how the sport is ideal with social distancing. Follow Sean on MotoAmerica ’s on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook ! Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Name the first motorcycle manufacturer to feature a linkage based single shock rear suspension on its motocross models? Name the brand, year, and model. Check out the a...

Aug 13, 202037 min

Bob DiFranco- Sales Manager for Advanced Sleeve and Wossner Pistons

Bob DiFranco, Sales Manager at Advanced Sleeve and Wossner Pistons , discusses the state of the industry and current trends. He also talks about the resurgence of the vintage bike movement, and new technology being implemented with it. Follow Bob on Instagram and LinkedIn ! Learn more about Advanced Sleeve and follow on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Learn more about Wossner Pistons and follow on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: Name the first five valve producti...

Aug 06, 202032 min

Richard Worsham- Co-Founder of Janus Motorcycles

Richard Worsham, Co-Founder of Janus Motorcycles , discusses how they are keeping up with the production of their classic, lightweight bikes during the Covid-19 pandemic, and how the industry as a whole has been affected. Richard also shares how a new feature on the Janus Motorcycles website will add to your customizing experience! Follow Janus Motorcycles on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and YouTube Pit Pass Moto Trivia Question: What was the first production motorcycle in the US? Check out th...

Jul 30, 202042 min

Rocco Landers- 2019 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion

Rocco Landers, the 2019 MotoAmerica Junior Cup Champion, talks to host PJ Doran about his hope for the Red Bull Rookie Cup in Austria, racing in Spain and how his season is going so far. They also share their thoughts on this past weekend's MotoGP and American Flat Track race. Rocco would like to thank the following sponsors: Keith Code, with the Superbike School , Sportbiketrackgear.com. Team Hammer American Racing, Hotbodies Racing, Bodywork, Mithos Leathers, HJC Helmets, Lee's Cycle, Dr. Farr...

Jul 23, 202021 min

Jason Madama- Syndicate Racing/Apex Assassins-backed Yamaha and MotoAmerica Twins Cup Rider

Syndicate Racing/Apex Assassins-backed Yamaha and MotoAmerica Twins Cup rider Jason Madama talks to host PJ Doran about their time as club riders and building bikes from scratch. Jason also fills us in on how he's navigating riding and being a small business owner during the Covid-19 pandemic. With 17 years of racing under his helmet he has a lot of great stories and advice to share. Follow Jason on Facebook and Instagram ! This week’s Pit Pass Trivia Question: What was the first production liqu...

Jul 16, 202021 min

John Hopkins- Former MotoGP and British Superbike Rider Now An Influential Coach

Former MotoGP and British Superbike Racer John Hopkins shares with us how his childhood mentors and a major accident ending his racing career in 2017 influenced him to give back to young riders as a coach for the American Racing Academy . Follow John on Twitter and Instagram ! This week's Pit Pass Trivia Question: In Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing the current top division is MotoGP and has been since 2002. What was the largest class BEFORE that? Listen in for the answer after our interview with Jo...

Jul 09, 202027 min

Bobby Fong

M4 ECSTAR Suzuki rider Bobby Fong discusses his 1st career MotoAmerica HONOS Superbike win at Road America and what it was like to have the fans back at the track! Follow Bobby on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Championship - featuring 190 mph Superbikes, is the OFFICIAL sponsor of Pit Pass Moto ! Follow MotoAmerica on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook ! 5 ways to watch MotoAmerica races if you can’t attend: MotoAmerica Live+ all day live streaming ...

Jul 02, 202019 min

Walter Walker

On this episode, hosts PJ and Dave give you the wrap-up from the Supercross Series from this past weekend! Then Deputy Race Director for MotoAmerica and Director of Competition for the CMRA , Walter Walker, tell us what the most interesting violation he's discovered on a race vehicle. He also shares what he hopes will be the silver lining to the first race week during Covid being fanless, but televised. Follow Walter and CMRA on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AM...

Jun 25, 202043 min

Cooper McDonald

MotoAmerica Twins Cup and BARTCON Racing Yamaha rider Cooper McDonald tells us about his recent top 10 win at the season opener at Road America. He explains what it's like to be an eyeglass wearer in motocross, his plans for the summer and if he'll be doing club racing. The Oklahoma native also talks about dealing with weaknesses and improving every year. Follow Cooper on Instagram and Facebook ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Championship - featuring 190 mph Superbikes, is the OFFI...

Jun 18, 202033 min

Cameron Beaubier

2019 MotoAmerica Superbike Champion Cameron Beaubier discusses his recent double win at Road America and what he's most looking forward to now that racing is back! Follow Cameron on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Championship - featuring 190 mph Superbikes, is the OFFICIAL sponsor of Pit Pass Moto ! Follow MotoAmerica on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook ! 5 ways to watch MotoAmerica races if you can’t attend: MotoAmerica Live+ all day live streamin...

Jun 11, 202030 min

Chris Parrish

2018 MotoAmerica Twins Cup Champion Chris Parrish joins us on this special bonus episode of Pit Pass Moto! The Tennessean tells us what it was like being back at Road America, the importance of prep work and the secret to what keeps him racing. He also explains why he's keeping his business, GC Services , a one-man operation. Follow Chris on Facebook and Instagram ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Championship - featuring 190 mph Superbikes, is the OFFICIAL sponsor of Pit Pass Moto !...

Jun 05, 202026 min

Kaleb DeKeyrel and Dale Spangler

Yamaha rider, and two-time MotoAmerica Superbikes Twins Cup winner, Kaleb DeKeyrel tells us what it was like to be back at Road America - and without the fans! Then powersports marketing professional, Dale Spangler , discusses where the industry was headed pre-Covid, what he hopes for the future of the sport, and how being furloughed helped him resurrect his company Dirt Buzz . Follow Kaleb on Facebook , Instagram and YouTube ! Follow Dale on Facebook and Instagram ! Follow Dirt Buzz on Facebook...

Jun 04, 202044 min

Chuck Giacchetto

Yamalube/Westby Racing Superbike Team Manager Chuck Giacchetto tells us how he how he and his team are handling the COVID-19 epidemic and training and prepping for the MotoAmerica series. Follow Chuck on Westby Racing Facebook page! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Championship - featuring 190 mph Superbikes, is the OFFICIAL sponsor of Pit Pass Moto ! Road America kicks off the 2020 MotoAmerica Championship season May 29-31!! Follow MotoAmerica on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook ! 5 ...

May 28, 202031 min

John Ewert

As the Communications Director for Road America , Ewert manages a broad variety of strategic initiatives to promote and communicate all activities and opportunities at Road America. He gives us all the details on how Road America is making sure spectators are kept safe as we navigate through the COVID-19 crisis, upgrades to the legendary facility and his history in motorsports. Follow Road America on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook and YouTube ! MotoAmerica , the home of the AMA Superbike Champio...

May 21, 202025 min
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