John has a 1994 Honda CB1000 "Big One" that I gave up on. Here's one that will be sold in time for the podcast, what do you think it's worth? https://iconicmotorbikeauctions.com/auction/1994-honda-cb1000/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_source_platform=mailpoet&utm_campaign=today-s-bikes-on-iconic-motorbike-auctions_052925Isle Of Man TT is a go! Marshalls and Doctors get new wheels...very, very fast ones. https://www.rideapart.com/news/760860/bmw-sponsors-isle-of-man-tt-superbikes/Michael Dunlop (29 Wins) gets a corner named after him on the Snaefell mountain course: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LnJDWgMEaHRMXLsm6A 133.069 MPH Gauntlet has been thrown: https://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/tt-road-races/2025/may/isle-of-man-tt-timed-practice-day-three/Oscar and I spent a day standing right behind that yellow fence -23 Time winner John McGuinness says he's not happy with the conditions: https://motorsport.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-sport/tt-2025-john-mcguinness-i-didnt-enjoy-opening-practice/If you like IOM TT or are just looking for another podcast, try this one: https://motorsport.manxradio.com/podcasts/journey-to-a-dream1/Honda finally throws their hat in the EV motorcycle ring. and I hate it. https://www.topspeed.com/hondas-unmissable-electric-motorcycle-is-finally-out-of-the-bag/Royal Enfield Custom Great Frog Collaboration, wow, it's awful: https://ridermagazine.com/2025/05/22/royal-enfield-x-the-great-frog-collab-to-be-unveiled-at-the-bike-shed-moto-show/Great, they've built an '83 Yamaha XS650 Cruiser. Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
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ClevelandMoto 503 The Return of Oscar the Romantic Hispanic!
PODCAST 503 The return of Oscar the Romantic Hispanic. https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsShow notes: Are we done with electric motorcycles? Livewire Way back in 2019:. "The range of new bikes are expected to haul in more than $1 billion of annual sales in 2022 compared to 2017".Then back in 2021...The $1.7 billion Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle SPAC deal, Jochen Zeitz, Harley’s chief executive, will be the chairman of LiveWire for up to two years following the completion of the deal. In an investor presentation, LiveWire projected units sales volume of 100,961 electric bikes by 2026https://www.cnbc.com/.../harleys-electric-motorcycle...Dec 14, 2021 Can Harley-Davidson's LiveWire spin-off go from selling fewer than 400 electric motorcycles this year to selling nearly 101,000 around the world in 2026?Ouch in just 4 years, that did not age well. "LiveWire sold over 117 electric motorcycles through March 2024, an 86% increase compared to last year"July 2024 "The company expects to sell between 1,000 and 1,500 e-motorcycles by the end of this year" Nope, not even close, you sold just over 600. Great, let's give them more money! Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycle business, LiveWire, is getting a Tax-Payer funded $89 million boost to support a five-year project to increase production of zero-emissions motorcycles.Since its inception in 2019, LiveWire has only sold somewhere around 2,350 motorcyclesLiveWire claimed to have sold 1648 bikes in 2019Later recall data had shown only 390 actual sales. LiveWire sold 177 bikes in 2020LiveWire sold 461 bikes in 2021Livewire sold 597 in 2022LiveWire sold 660 bikes in 2023LiveWire sold 612 bikes in 2024LiveWire has sold only 33 bikes in 2025 so far. ClevelandMoto has doubled Livewires sales numbers, can we get a govt. check? Based on the $1.7BN initial funding and a $100M Loan from HD to Livewire and the $89M Govt. Grant that makes each bike worth $808,510 - And you're only paying $22k for it, such a deal!But wait, their latest shareholder report says they sold 1970 bikes in the first quarter of 2025!?!? What a revival, that 89 mil bump is paying off... Look super, duper closely, read the fine print....that's a COMBINED number for both stacyc kids $600 balance bikes and $23,000 motorcycles?!?!?Sorry bud, time to get in the motorcycle graveyard, scooch over Energica. VERMONT BANS LOUD PIPES - The news aint the story, so much as the comments are fire! httpsSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
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ClevelandMoto 502 Maintenance Fails you can't afford 05/01/2025
ClevelandMoto 502 Show Notes: Neglecting little things can cost you BIG$$$The ABS Control Pressure Pump is $3000 for a BMW R-series. https://bmwparts.calmoto.com/.../1022.../34517728203.html...It's nearly $2000 for a Triumph Tiger 900https://triumphparts.crosscountrycycle.net/.../T2027010...Harley only charges $600 or so for their ABS Controllers, but it doesn't stop guys from trying to service them at home: https://www.hdforums.com/.../1359588-dreaded-stuck-valve...BMW bumps boxer by 100cc - Do we need a 1300 Boxer? https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/.../tour/r1300rt.html...Guzzi V7 is $2200 cheaper than the Triumph T100 and Has more power, more torque and less weight? Oh, the Guzzi has 1 more gear in the transmission.https://www.motoguzzi.com/.../v7-stone-850-v-twin-4s-2023/BENDA Builds a itty-bitty bmw? https://www.visordown.com/.../patents-reveal-benda-bd250...Patents Reveal Benda BD250-3B Boxer-Powered RoadsterSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
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ClevelandMoto 501 Hogs and Bears!
Cleveland Moto podcast 501 tonight, live, on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U07-SEQVTroShow notes 501 1. Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz to Retire in 2025Jochen Zeitz, CEO of Harley-Davidson, announced plans to retire in 2025 after five years at the helm. Zeitz introduced the "Hardwire" strategy in 2021, focusing on high-margin products and modernizing the brand to appeal to younger riders. Despite these efforts, the company forecasts flat to declining profits for 2025, citing tempered consumer spending on big-ticket items. Harley's stock has risen over 11% since Zeitz took charge, though it has underperformed compared to the S&P 500's 77% climb during the same period.Reuters2. Harley-Davidson Board Member Resigns Over 'Grave Concerns'Board member Jared Dourdeville resigned, expressing "grave concerns" about the company's future. In his resignation letter, he cited "severe underperformance" by leadership, chaotic turnover, declining sales, and a lack of products to attract new customers. Harley-Davidson responded by stating that Dourdeville was not a dissenting voice in board discussions and acknowledged the challenging market conditions.CBS583. Royal Enfield Launches Bear 650 Scrambler in the U.S.Royal Enfield unveiled the Bear 650, a scrambler-style motorcycle inspired by the brand's 1960 Big Bear Run victory. Based on the INT 650 platform, the Bear 650 features a 648cc parallel-twin engine, upgraded suspension, wire-spoked wheels, and a two-into-one exhaust system. It also includes a full-color TFT dash and all-around LED lighting. The Bear 650 is available in five color options, with prices starting at $6,849. The first units are expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in early November 2024. MotoAmerica Talent Cup: A New Pathway to MotoGPReplacing the Junior Cup, the Talent Cup is part of the global “Road to MotoGP” program. It features riders aged 14–21 competing on spec Krämer APX-350 MA motorcycles—lightweight, purpose-built race bikes powered by KTM 350cc engines. This shift from production-based bikes to dedicated race machines aims to better prepare young riders for international competition.MotoAmerica+1Roadracing World+1The series will include at least six events and one preseason test, with one round held alongside the 2025 Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. MotoAmericaNotably, up to five riders from the Talent Cup will be invited to the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup selection event, offering a direct pathway to international racing. Additionally, top performers from the MotoAmerica Mini Cup and FIM MiniCUP Series will receive free season entries into the Talent Cup, provided they meet age requirements.MotoAmericaThis initiative marks a significant step in nurturing American talent and providing a structured route to the world stage of motorcycle racing.MotoAmericaSupport the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
We're nearly sunk before we started with technical glitches!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNmJq5I30v4ClevelandMoto Podcast 500 Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/@ClevelandMoto/streamsGetting rid of the CEO isn't enough. H Partners mgmt wants to fire board members and pick the new CEO. That's a pretty big ask considering you only control 9% of the stock. https://www.rideapart.com/.../harley-davidson-h-partners.../Guzzi is back at ClevelandMoto - The Tesla doesn't have radar, but this Guzzi Stelvio does....https://www.motoguzzi.com/.../stelvio-pff-rider.../Build a million motorcycles a year? Enfield says "Hold my Beer!"https://www.rideapart.com/.../royal-enfield-huge.../Updates to the DGR Rally and Skidmarks 10th anniversary bash. https://www.gentlemansride.com/Support the showRemember folks...Ride Fast and Take Chances! check out our Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/ClevelandMoto
About ClevelandMoto Motorcycle Podcast / Cleveland Moto
Vintage and Modern motorcycles Cleveland motorcycle mechanics, enthusiasts and wizards get together and provide background noise for your workshop or commute. We cover cafe racer, electric, minimoto bikes, ADV, Scrambler, maintenance, ducati, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Moto Guzzi, Royal Enfield, Norton, Triumph, Mods, Rockers, Scooters, Wrenching, Motorcycle Tech, Riding, Reviews, Chat, Drinking, charcuterie, Pride of Cleveland- Vintage Motorcycle Biker Tech and maintenance- No politics - No Religion
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