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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

Worlds Greatest Motorcycle Podcast 
541 Episodes, over 15 years of content. Motorcycle history, service, news and ride reports. 
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Our special guest Jeff Corsaro (Robot) from ScooterWest / Motorsport San Diego and Pete share their experiences and advice about riding in Mexico. 

1. Royal Enfield’s First Electric Motorcycle Nears Launch
Key points:
$6500~$8000 USD
Rumored to carry tech roughly on par with a 250–350cc petrol bike’s performance. But top speed 70mph
62-93 miles on a 5~7.5 kw/h battery 
https://www.designboom.com/technology/wing-shaped-magnesium-battery-case-electric-motorcycle-ff-s6-off-road-flying-flea-royal-enfield-11-05-2025/#:~:text=S6%20take%20inspiration%20from%20the,music%2C%20and%20other%20connected%20features.
 2. Honda Revives Multiple Iconic Models for 2026–2027
Key points:
Honda announced the return of several classic and niche models across its 2026–2027 lineup.Sportbikes: MSRP reductions of $500–$1,000 on models like the CB500 Hornet, CBR500R, and CBR650R.
Technology: The E-Clutch system is expanded to the 2026 CB750 Hornet.
Bet you didn't even know they made trials bikes: 

https://hondanews.com/en-US/powersports/releases/release-a1b87e077480ca5300ff8f02cf07a480-2025-honda-montesa-cota-models-features-and-benefits

3. Harley-Davidson Shifts Homecoming & Partners With Summerfest
Key points:
Harley-Davidson is reshaping its Milwaukee Homecoming event, making it part of Summerfest which is an annual 9 day music festival. HD will be part of it every 5 years.
The moves come as Harley pushes to integrate with larger audience demographics and save $$$
4. UK Motorcycle Industry Faces EV Incentive “Cliff Edge”
Key points:
The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) warns the end of the Plug-in Motorcycle Grant (PiMG). Cars continue to get subsidies and discounts. MC's might have to start paying a per-mile road usage fee since they're not buying any taxed-gasoline. 
5. Two British Riders Face Legal Case in Iran – Community Reacts
Key points:
Two British motorcyclists travelling long-distance were detained and charged in Iran.
On 3 January, the couple were detained despite having Iranian visas, a guide and an approved itinerary.
Are they spies or just future trading-fodder? 
Would you ride in Iran? Pakistan? Jordan? 
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Just kidding, sleepy picked these topics and had AI add some flavor. 
This is cool anyway:
https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/something-different/moto-morini-ti22-corsaro/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQEZkhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJ1V295MmFRRDVOQmU2VVBac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpamHGALvCgRkivbFcRjQka9PDRaCItlfBDu20z1GwguBnP55H1Nhju3w4ah_aem_-OMJ1omFY3eD_2K0g8jVKQ

 ClevelandMoto – Feb 2026 Industry Deep Dive
(Loose Bullet Point Rundown – No Scripted Radio Stuff)
1) Federal Bill to Redefine “Motorcycle” (H.R. 3385)
Source:
https://powersportsbusiness.com/news/motorcycle/2026/02/19/bill-aims-to-redefine-motorcycles-leaving-slingshot-in-classification-limbo/
Bullet Points:
Proposed federal change to motorcycle definition.
Could remove autocycles (like Polaris Slingshot) from “motorcycle” category.
Would affect:Licensing requirements
Helmet laws
Registration standards
Federal safety compliance

Motorcycle Industry Council strongly opposing.
States often mirror federal definitions → could trigger 50-state mess.
Bigger question:Is this about safety?
Or about protecting traditional motorcycle classification?

Debate angle:
Where do we draw the line between motorcycle, trike, and car-with-handlebars?
2) MotoGP Moving Australian GP to Adelaide Street Circuit (2027)
Official Announcement:
https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2026/02/19/motogp-to-roar-into-the-city-streets-of-adelaide-from-2027/874866
Bullet Points:
Australian GP leaving Phillip Island.
Moving to downtown Adelaide street circuit.
First premier-class MotoGP street race.
340+ km/h bikes on city streets.
Why This Is Huge:
Phillip Island is iconic. Fast. Flowing. Dangerous in its own way.
Street circuits = tighter, less runoff, concrete walls.
F1-style spectacle move?
Is this Liberty Media influence?
Will riders push back?
Safety vs spectacle debate.
Discussion angle:
Is MotoGP becoming entertainment-first like F1?
Or is this just evolution?
3) Harley-Davidson Scaling Back Production
Source:
https://www.the-sun.com/motors/15938521/harley-davidson-decreasing-motorcycle-production/
Bullet Points:
Harley reportedly reducing motorcycle production.
Shifting focus toward:Parts
Accessories
Apparel
Aftermarket margins

Higher profit per customer vs per bike.
Big Industry Questions:
Are OEMs becoming lifestyle brands first?
Is this supply chain caution?
Is demand soft?
Smart long-term profitability move?
What does this mean for:Dealer floor space
Inventory flow
Used market values

Debat
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HD loses $37MILLION in sales in just one year. 

https://dealernews.com/Home/post/harley-davidson-reports-q4-year-end-financials/

Livewire #1 U.S. electric motorcycle in the on-road motorcycle market in terms of retail sales!!!

Livewire (is that even still a thing?) They sold only 653 bikes this year. Which they're bragging about being UP over the 612 they sold last year. Great for them, so how much did they lose last year?  Oh, they lost $75MILLION DOLLARS!!!!

https://dealernews.com/Home/post/livewire-q4-financials/

The taxpayer has supported Harley Davidson to the tune of 2.7 BILLION dollars since 2008. 

https://subsidytracker.goodjobsfirst.org/parent/harley-davidson

Ducati Celebrates their 100th anniversary with the Formula 73 $20,000
Now technically they were producing capacitors in their house for Manen, but we're not keeping score anymore and the facts don't matter. Their first actual motorbike was 1949. 

https://www.ducati.com/us/en/bikes/heritage/formula-73

Sleepy will undoubtedly be making "motorbating" noises at this point. 

KTM has layed off / fired over 1500 employees. Says they were too "topheavy" with 3x more administration than actual workers. 

https://www.vikingbags.com/blogs/news/ktm-lays-off-500-more-employees-plans-restructuring?srsltid=AfmBOorgfiE7lQbu_HQTxjIQxjrDMp9YtvqNQM9AWu_0Vxv1a03gxiB3#:~:text=KTM%2C%20mainly%20Bajaj%2C%20lays%20off,He%20further%20added:

Harley admits there's going to be a layoff. See story about $217 Million dollar loss above: 

https://www.rideapart.com/news/787052/harley-davidson-headcount-reductions-layoffs/

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