Ride and Talk - The BMW Motorrad Podcast
Welcome to the Ride and Talk podcast by BMW Motorrad, a show about the world’s best motorcycles, the people who ride them, and the incredible places these bikes can take you. Each episode offers a deep dive into the BMW Motorrad world, featuring behind-the-scenes stories and unique insights from brand experts, ambassadors, and the passionate global riding community.
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Ride and Talk - #96 Sven Blusch, Toprak Razgatlıoğlu & Michael van der Mark – Moments from the Track and Beyond
On track, they’re rivals. Off track, they’re teammates. Toprak Razgatlıoğlu and Michael van der Mark join Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport Sven Blusch and host Nicky Ettlinger to share stories of team spirit, the unseen moments behind the timing sheets, and one foolproof way to make sure Toprak turns up at your event!
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Ride and Talk - #95 Bernt Haberland — The Origin of the BMW Motorrad Rallye Suit
Join us as we sit down with Bernt Haberland, the visionary designer behind the iconic BMW Rallye Suit. In this episode, Bernt shares the story behind the Rallye Suit—widely regarded as one of the most legendary motorcycle riding suits ever created. He also delves into his personal journey, his passion for design, and what it takes to create premium riding gear for motorcyclists.
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Ride and Talk - #94 Carina Hoefler — The New BMW R 12 and R 12 nineT, and Advice for Motorcycle Beginners!
Coming up on the next BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast: The new R 12 and R 12 nineT, and the young woman who played a big part in bringing them to us. Take a listen!
Hello my friends, I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome to the latest episode of the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast. Recently during a trip to Munich, my producer Louise Powers and I had occasion to meet Carina Hoefler, the product Manager
Ride and Talk - #93 Sergio Fossa and Christian Geis — Transitalia Marathon & F 900 GS!
Easily the best part about hosting this Podcast is meeting the people who create and influence the motorcycles we love. Sergio Fossa and Christian Geis are two fantastic examples. Hello my friends I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome to our latest episode of the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast. Sergio, Christian and their team were tasked with creating the next generation of middleweight Adventure Motorcy
Ride and Talk - #92 Year of the GS — Discussing the New BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and Its New Technology!
That was Reiner Fings, Product Manager for the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. You may remember hearing him in a previous episode last year, where we discussed the standard R 1300 GS. Hi everyone I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome back to the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk podcast. BMW Motorrad is calling this “The Year of the GS” for good reason. In all we have seen significant changes in nearly every model in the G
Ride and Talk - #91 Riding Colombia — Exploring the Exotic and Mysterious Roads and Trails of Colombia!
There are many amazing places to ride in South America, and Colombia is definitely among the most notable. With breathtaking mountains, cities, villages and microclimates, Colombia is a place that will provide even the most avid explorer with memories to last a lifetime. But what’s it like exploring in Colombia? Today, my producer Louise Powers and I sit down with Micho and Sara, Colombia natives
Ride and Talk - #90 Expedition Leader — The Newest Training Program Offered by BMW Motorrad!
What is an Expedition Leader, and what is the path to becoming one? Follow along as 8 individuals from around the world test their mechanical, medical, tour guide and leadership skills in the newest training program from BMW Motorrad.
Ride and Talk - #89 Markus Flasch — An Exclusive Talk With the Head of BMW Motorrad!
Markus Flasch took over as Head of BMW Motorrad in November 2023. Markus was already a well-known figure at BMW Motorrad, having been at the helm of the M division when it was decided to introduce the first M motorcycle, the M 1000 RR.
As the new head of Motorrad, Markus has already begun to make an impression as an innovative and decisive leader. But what is his vision for the brand, and how doe
Ride and Talk - #88 HansA. Muth — BMW Motorrad Design Legends!
Coming up on the next BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast: Sitting down with HansA. Muth, one of the most celebrated designers in the history of BMW Motorrad. Take a listen!
That was the voice of HansA. Muth, describing his process for designing the ever-evolving motorcycle platform. Hans’ legacy spans 50 years and can be seen even in today’s modern BMW motorcycles. Hans and I took a tour of the B
Ride and Talk - #87 Edgar Heinrich — 30 Years of BMW Motorrad Design!
Looking back at the last 30 years, it’s hard to think of anyone who has had a larger influence on what we see as BMW Motorrad, than Edgar Heinrich. A designer with a vision, Edgar has brought to us the modern look and feel of several iconic BMW Motorcycle models. During our interview I was stricken with Edgar's knowledge and passion, but most of all the humility of a man who began with a simple lo
Ride and Talk - #86 Reiner Fings — Setting the Pace With the new R 1300 GS!
There are many important roles that comprise the creation of a new motorcycle. But it’s hard to think of any role more critical than that of a product manager. Throughout development, this individual works with all of the people involved in the project, shaping the product from a concept to the motorcycle that we as riders ultimately see and experience.
This is the role that Reiner Fings has pla
Ride and Talk - #85 Jason Gale — Riding on the Epic Backcountry of Tasmania!
Part of the magic of motorcycle riding is meeting ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Their stories inspire us to go to new places and take on adventures that we may not have otherwise considered.
Recently one of our podcast listeners suggested that my producer Louise Powers and I interview Jason Gale, a motorcycle enthusiast who lives, rides and organizes riding groups in his home countr
Ride and Talk - #84 Backcountry Discovery Routes – Exploring the USA on an Adventure Motorcycle!
Anyone who visits the USA will quickly come to realize how big the country is, and how challenging it can be to choose where to go and what to see. This is especially true for those who wish to ride an adventure motorcycle and go beyond where the pavement ends.
To help solve this problem, a group of motorcycle enthusiasts founded the Backcountry Discovery Routes, a non-profit organization dedica
Ride and Talk - #83 Design – Designing the Newest and Most Cutting Edge BMW Motorcycles!
Designing the newest and most cutting edge BMW motorcycles. Take a listen!
Ever since my passion for BMW Motorrad began, I’ve had an insatiable desire to understand the inner workings of the company. Throughout the years, I’ve tried to piece together the journey that each motorcycle takes from concept to reality. Some of these steps are of course highly confidential, and therefore very difficult
Ride and Talk - #82 Motoism — The Process of Designing and Building Custom Motorcycle Parts!
Coming up on today’s BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk podcast: Customizing our motorcycles using both time honored techniques and cutting edge technologies. Take a listen!
Recently during a trip to Munich we sat down with Ben Ott with Motoism, a company that specializes in custom motorcycle parts design and manufacturing. My producer Louise Powers and I were given a tour of their facility, and talked w
Ride and Talk - #81 Udo Wattendorf — Unveiling the Art of Helmet Design and Manufacturing!
Many years ago, I was taken on a tour of a facility that manufactures BMW Helmets, hosted by Udo Wattendorf, part of the helmet development team at BMW. Throughout the day Udo showed us how BMW helmets are designed, tested, and built. This was easily one of the most fascinating professional experiences I’ve ever had, not the least of which due to the knowledge and enthusiasm radiated by Udo.
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Ride and Talk - #80 Fred Jakobs — Diving Into the Exciting History of 100 Years BMW Motorrad!
Those of us that follow the history of BMW know that Munich, Germany is where it all started. More than 100 years ago, a small group of designers and engineers were producing airplane and vehicle engines, and in 1923 developed and sold their first complete, production motorcycle. 100 years later, the very first building inhabited by BMW still stands, and now features a museum dedicated to vehicles
Ride and Talk - #79 Kris Hall — An Ordinary Guy Traveling the World!
Sometimes when we meet a person who’s engaged in something extraordinary, we might look at them and think to ourselves, “I want to be more like this person. I want the drive and courage and skill to do what this person is doing.” Last July, my producer Louise Powers and I met Kris Hall at BMW Motorrad Days in Berlin, and I thought to myself, “Kris is one of those people.” Unlike those who seem bor
Ride and Talk - #78 The World’s Most Powerful Roadster — Exclusive Insights About Making the new M R!
Coming up on today’s BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast: An exclusive discussion about an unprecedented new M series motorcycle, the BMW M 1000 R. Take a listen!
Ride And Talk - #77 Performance Center — The Many Aspects of Motorcycle Coaching!
While at the BMW Riders Association Rally in the USA, we sat down in front of a live audience with Aaron Rankin, Ricardo Rodriguez, and Melinda Justice, all senior instructors at the BMW Performance Center in Greer, South Carolina. Together we discussed many aspects of motorcycle coaching, emerging technologies, changing demographics, and the importance of coaches being students as often as possib
Ride And Talk - #76 Sam Manicom — How to Travel the World!
World Travel, the path to making it happen, and a new book from Sam Manicom!
Recently we found ourselves in the USA at the BMW Riders Association Annual Motorcycle Rally, where none other than Sam Manicom was the keynote speaker. We were given the unique opportunity to interview Sam about his life and experiences. This is the second time Sam has agreed to join us on the Ride and Talk podcast, and
Ride And Talk - #75 GS Trophy 2022 Insights — Hear the Stories!
Coming up on this BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk podcast: Words of wisdom from some of the competitors, media and marshals of the International GS Trophy 2022 in Albania. Take a listen!
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Ride And Talk - #74 Craftwerk Berlin — A DIY Garage and Community
Recently we found ourselves in Germany, and had a chance to spend several days in the city of Berlin. Now like any big city, there are a LOT of motorcycles. And where there are so many motorcycles, there is a need. A need to store bikes, a need to work on bikes, and of course the desire to meet like minded people.
Enter Craftwerk Berlin, a community garage and co-working space that allows people
Ride And Talk - #73 Jess, Greg and Moxie – World Adventure Travelers And Their (Large) Dog!
It takes a special kind of commitment to ride a motorcycle, and that is especially true when we ride internationally. But Jess and Greg Stone took this a step further, and brought Moxie along for the ride. Weighing in at over 34 Kilos, Moxie is a large German Shepard that has logged thousands of kilometers on the back of Jesses motorcycle. While on their international adventure, Jess, Greg and Mox
Ride And Talk - #72 Erin Sills and Trev Richter – Chasing Speed Records!
We all know the exhilaration that comes from riding a motorcycle. But what does it mean to ride fast, so fast even that you become a world record holding motorcycle rider. Well today, we are sitting down with Erin Sills and Trev Richter, of Hunter-Sills Racing. Together, Erin and Trev take us through what it takes to prepare themselves and their BMW motorcycles for riding on salt flats in the Unit
Ride And Talk - #71 Andy Dukes – It's Hard to Say Goodbye!
Long-time friend and host of the cherished #RideAndTalk podcast, Andy Dukes, will be leaving to spend more time outdoors enjoying life with a rucksack! Safe travels and see you soon! #MakeLifeARide
On a positive note, our american friend Shawn Thomas, who many already know from previous iterations of the GS Trophy, will now be taking over the podcast series so stay tuned for more!
We sincerely
Ride And Talk - #70 Prasit Aphiphunya – Riding From Bangkok to Germany!
Riding from Bangkok to Germany for the BMW Motorrad Days? Easy for Prasit Aphiphunya, our latest guest on #RideAndTalk! Hear all about his many exciting adventures in Southeast Asia on this episode.
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Ride And Talk - #69 Kristjan Gislason – On Two Wheels Around the World!
It's about uniting the passions motorcycling, travelling and photography into one! Listen to the new episode of #RideAndTalk and dive into a tour around the globe with host Andy Duke and special guest, motorcyclist Kristjan Gislason!
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Ride And Talk - #68 Markus Pfister – Dressed for the Ride!
There is certainly much to talk about when it comes to the history and development of our own BMW Motorrad Rider Gear. Hear the insightful conversation in the new episode of #RideAndTalk, starring Markus Pfister, Head of Gear and Garment BMW Motorrad.
We sincerely hope you enjoy this podcast. Make sure you don’t miss another one by clicking the ‘subscribe’ button now. In fact, why not get in touc
Ride And Talk - #67 KK Wong – Taking It to the Limit!
We can all improve our riding and driving skills, right? But when it comes to really understanding the limits of performance, then it’s worth listening to what KK Wong has to say. He’s a certified BMW Motorrad, BMW M, and MINI Instructor, so he knows what he’s talking about.
He’s also a product trainer so gets to ride all the latest bikes and gear, so he can teach the rest of us all about what
Ride And Talk - #66 Miquel Silvestre – The Story of a Nomad!
Miquel Silvestre gave up a successful career to travel the world on two wheels. Since quitting the rat race, he’s visited over 100 countries, including most of Africa, the entire Middle East and pretty much all the Americas, from Alaska to Patagonia. His real passion – to follow in the footsteps of the Spanish explorers from the past and recreate their journeys.
As a writer, he has published seve
Ride And Talk - #65 Squash Falconer – Mountaineering, Motorcycles and Me!
Be inspired by our latest guest – record-breaking adventurer Squash Falconer, whose exploits include riding a GS to Mont Blanc, climbing to the top and then paragliding from the summit; snowboarding down 7,546m Muztagata in the Pamirs, and bum-boarding down Cho Oyu (8,201m) in Nepal…
Did we mention that she’s also summited Mount Everest? Mountains aside though, motorcycling is her other great lo
Ride And Talk - #64 Werner Daemen – Winning in the EWC!
It was the best possible way to finish the 2021 FIM Endurance World Championship – a maiden victory for the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team on the #37 M 1000 RR, and also securing the runner-up spot in the overall rankings.
We grabbed a chat with team manager Werner Daemen, who tells us exactly how they planned and orchestrated this memorable victory on the M RR, what this means for the future
Ride And Talk - #63 Pure&Crafted 2021 – Back in Style!
After such a long hiatus, the BMW Motorrad community was finally reunited once again at Pure&Crafted 2021 in Berlin. The unique blend of custom bike culture, live music, great food and hand-crafted heritage attracted fans from across the globe for an unforgettable two days of partying among old and new friends.
Of course, when it comes to music, motorcycles and heritage, there’s no substitute for
Ride And Talk - #62 Kinga Tanajewska – Still ‘on her Bike’!
She hails from Poland originally, but Kinga Tanajewska is one of life’s true nomads, living her dreams and making memories on and off-road. Since quitting her job a few years ago and first heading out on her F 800 GS across Australia, she’s been exploring the world at her own pace and documenting her travels via social media (#onherbike).
Now a successful influencer in her own right and able to
Ride And Talk - #61 Steven Casaer – BMW M RR and the EWC!
You gotta love the FIM Endurance World Championship, the ultimate test of man and machine, where multi-national teams compete as one for the coveted world title at prestigious racetracks across the globe. After a promising debut season where the BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team established itself among the front-runners at the first time of asking, 2021 has proven to be just as exciting – especia
Ride And Talk - #60 Nate Kern – Living the Dream: From BoxerCup to M RR!
Right from the early days of the iconic BoxerCup, and all the way through to the latest M 1000 RR, Nate Kern has been flying the flag for BMW Motorrad – both on and off the track – and is one of the most knowledgeable and best-known brand ambassadors out there.
Hear about Nate’s journey through life via the BMW bikes he’s loved and raced, including the R 1100 S, R 1200 S, HP2 Sport, S 1000 RR, R
Ride And Talk - #59 ‘Get After It’ with The Cadillac Three
By now, you’ll no doubt have seen the two R 18s that feature in the awesome new song and video – Get After It – by The Cadillac Three. Whether you’re a Bagger or a Transcontinental fan, there’s no denying that these big-boxers look super-cool on the back roads of Tennessee where the video was filmed.
We thought it would be great to chat music and motorcycles with the band behind the new song, so
Ride And Talk - #58 Alan Stulberg – Revival-style builds, Boxers and The Birdcage!
It’s time to get inside the creative mind that belongs to Alan Stulberg. Hear about the background story that led to the founding of Revival Cycles, and learn what inspired the unique and never-to-be-repeated Birdcage special that beautifully showcased the prototype Big Boxer motor that eventually found its way onto the R 18.
Discover more about some of the other special BMW builds this creative
Ride And Talk - #57 Gustavo Cuervo – an Unstoppable Force On BMW Bikes!
From the iconic R 80 G/S to the latest boxer and four-cylinder models, Gustavo Cuervo has ridden over two million kilometres on five continents, explored some of the most amazing places on earth, and guided hundreds of motorcyclists on incredible adventure tours.
He’s an incredibly busy guy, who also organises the motorcycle filming teams at the Olympic Games and other major sporting events like
Ride And Talk - #56 The new all-electric BMW CE 04 – The Future Starts Now!
With the new BMW CE 04, BMW Motorrad continues to consistently pursue its electromobility strategy for urban conurbations. Uncover how the BMW Motorrad Concept Link showcased in 2017 and the near-series BMW Motorrad Definition CE 04 from 2020 opened up a whole new chapter in two-wheel urban mobility!
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Ride And Talk - #55 Dani Weidmann – Behind the Scenes With ‘Miss Fisher’ and More!
Many seriously memorable builds have come out of the VTR Customs garage over the last few years, including a great number of R nineTs – all of them unique – as well as the infamous and unforgettable ‘Spitfire’ and, more recently, a strikingly beautiful R 18 called ‘Miss Fisher’.
The man behind all these one-off builds is Dani Weidmann, a crazy Swiss guy with an immense amount of talent and a genu
Ride And Talk - #54 Int. GS Trophy 2022 – Let the ‘Qualifiers’ Commence!
The Int. GS Trophy in Albania may still seem like a lifetime away, but now is the time when a lot of the action happens, especially the ‘national’ qualifying events for the ’22 ‘Main Event’. As so many of you are working hard on your bike skills for the upcoming qualifiers, we thought you’d enjoy some ‘words of wisdom’ from a few familiar Trophy faces who have organised, marshalled, competed and w
Ride And Talk - #53 Tom Sykes – Revving up for WSBK 2021!
Join us for a chat and a giggle with the one and only Tom Sykes! The former Superbike World Champion is back for a third consecutive season with the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK team and can’t wait to get the 2021 season started on the formidable M 1000 RR factory superbike.
Testing is now over and the serious business of racing is about to begin, but Tom Sykes is also well known for his wicked sense of
Ride And Talk - #52 Greg Mansell – Il Leone and R 18 Island Life!
He’s the son of ex F1 world champion Nigel Mansell and a former racing driver himself but it’s motorcycles that really float Greg Mansell’s boat! Specifically, motorcycles like the BMW R 18 that can be creatively modified for both looks and performance.
At his BMW Motorrad dealership on the picturesque island of Jersey, Greg and his colleagues have been building a rather special R 18 that he has
Ride And Talk - #51 Connectivity 101 – Your Questions Answered!
Here’s the audio version of our recent Live Ride and Talk video podcast all about connectivity – specifically with regard to the new R 1250 RT – which is packed with ‘connected’ technology that can be accessed via its full-HD 10.25-inch TFT screen.
First we explore this ‘next generation’ of connectivity, as experienced via smartphone-based map navigation. Then we answer your questions about how h
Ride And Talk - #50 Ted Simon – Adventure Riding Legend Turns 90!
In this very special episode of Ride and Talk, we celebrate the 90th birthday of Ted Simon – one of the original adventure motorcyclists. Ted has been inspiring thousands of us to travel on two wheels ever since his iconic Jupiter’s Travels book was published in 1973, detailing his 125,000 km round-the-world motorcycle ride over four years.
Ted repeated this amazing feat many years later at the a
Ride And Talk - #49 Michael van der Mark – Fast Talking From the Flying Dutchman!
It seems like an age, but we’re finally going racing again soon, and the new BMW M 1000 RR will be making its debut in the 2021 FIM Superbike World Championship. The BMW Motorrad WorldSBK team has an exciting new addition in the shape of Michael van der Mark, who will be lining up alongside Tom Sykes this year in the quest for championship glory.
As part of the build-up to what we are all hoping
Ride And Talk - #48 An Unbelievable Life of Globeriding!
If you’re looking for a fascinating story about an incredible life spent on two wheels, then settle down, put your earbuds in or your headphones on and let us introduce you to the wonderful world of Helge Pedersen.
An absolute legend in the adventure riding community, thanks in part to his infamous (and some would say crazy) crossing of the Darien Gap, Helge’s stories from 40 years riding BMW GS
Ride And Talk - #47 Gear and Garment Collection – We’ve Got You Covered!
At BMW Motorrad, we believe that what you wear is as important as what you ride, so we’re fortunate that with over four decades of experience in creating rider clothing, many motorcyclists put their faith in our equipment time and time again.
With the imminent arrival of our 2021 Gear and Garment collection, we chat with product experts Dr. Ralf Rodepeter, Julia Lein and Markus Pfister all about
Ride and Talk - #46 Jean-Luc Donath – Born to Ride!
To GS fans across the globe, Jean-Luc Donath is famous for his passion for the Int. GS Trophy and the joy he derives from being an instructor, a marshal, and a top rider of course. But did you know that the Frenchman is also a motorcycle cop, who makes his living as a professional rider on a police-specification BMW R 1200 RT?
We spoke to Jean-Luc about upholding law and order on two wheels, pro
Ride and Talk - #45 Int. GS Trophy 2022 Reveal – Feel the Excitement!
Every two years, around this time, the global GS community is eagerly awaiting the day when BMW Motorrad unveils the location for the next International GS Trophy. For many fans, it is the start of an exciting journey of training and preparation for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win a national qualifier and secure a coveted place to represent their home nation at the international finals.
If you
Ride and Talk - #44 a Challenging Yet Successful Year!
BMW Motorrad posted its second-best ever sales results in 2020, which is a remarkable achievement considering all the challenges of the past year. To find out what went on behind the scenes to make this happen – and what’s in the planning for 2021 and beyond – we invited Timo Resch, BMW Motorrad’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, to join us for an in-depth chat. Don’t miss it!
We sincerely ho
Ride and Talk - #43 Peter Nettesheim – the Collection!
Peter Nettesheim has dedicated more than 40 years of his life finding and restoring a huge and unique collection of bikes that span almost a century of BMW motorcycle production. For Peter, it’s all about sharing his knowledge of BMW’s past while preserving its history for others to appreciate.
We meet the man who built his own private museum at his home in Long Island, USA, and hear some of his
Ride and Talk - #42 Int. GS Trophy 2022 – Team South Africa Talk!
In just a few days (14 Jan) the location for the Int. GS Trophy 2022 will be revealed during a special livestream event. Every GS rider on the planet is excited to know where it will be and when it will take place. There are all kinds of rumours out there but all we can say at this point is that we love to surprise you – and you will definitely be surprised!
As part of the build-up to the ‘big re
Ride and Talk - #41 Udo Wattendorf – ‘Luz de Esperanza’
We chat with Udo Wattendorf, one of our BMW Motorrad employees responsible for the development of BMW Motorrad helmets. Udo has travelled far and wide but left his heart in South America, where he supports a project in Bolivia to get kids off the street, put a roof over their heads and teach them the skills they need to survive out in the world.
Udo tells us his story but we’re sure there are ot
Ride and Talk - #40 Simon Pavey – A Life of GS Challenges!
He’s inspired thousands of BMW riders – young and old – to take their first adventure motorcycling steps at his off-road school. He’s played a huge part in building up a strong GS community and has also competed in many Dakar Rallies on BMW race bikes he’s built himself. He’s also hosted several GS challenges and GS Trophy qualifying events, and even helped prepare Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorma
Ride and Talk - #39 the all-new BMW S 1000 R – #AwakenTheDaredevil
Not one world premiere, but two! We unveil the amazing all-new BMW S 1000 R and the G 310 R dynamic roadsters, then bring the bikes into our Munich studio for a deeper-dive into the genre, the performance and the design story behind these latest additions to the 2021 range.
Joining us for an in-depth chat is ‘R’ product manager Max Renko, designer Vianney Selosse, and freestyle riding legend Chri
Ride and Talk - #38 BMW Motorrad Definition CE 04 – the Silent Revolution?
NEXTGen 2020 gave us some cool insights into the BMW Group’s technologies, products and collaborations, including the BMW Motorrad Definition CE 04 – the near-series e-scooter that is more than just a means of transport – it’s also a means of communication for the urban commuter.
If you want to hear more about its electric drive, trailblazing design and connectivity solutions, listen to our chat
Ride and Talk - #37 the new BMW R 1250 RT – You’ve Never Had It So Good!
There’s no better way of seeing the world than on a BMW motorcycle. We should know, we’ve been building them since 1923. However, on 15 October, the ‘best’ just got better when the new R 1250 RT was unveiled during our live video podcast episode of Ride and Talk.
Don’t worry if you missed it, because we’ve got the full audio version here for you to listen to. And when you hear about all the new f
Ride and Talk - #36 Hannes Jaenicke – Me, Myself, Movies and Motorrad!
We welcome actor, documentary filmmaker, committed environmentalist and author Hannes Jaenicke to Ride and Talk, where we discuss bikes, climate protection, endangered species and BMW Motorrad Days, among many other topics.
He’s a seriously passionate guy who has many remarkable projects on the go but always makes sure he finds the time for riding motorcycles. This naturally gets a big ‘thumbs-up
Ride and Talk - #35 M RR – the BIG Reveal!
Time to get excited? You should be – it’s the very first BMW M model on two wheels and it was exclusively unveiled by the head of BMW Motorrad Markus Schramm during our recent Ride and Talk live video podcast.
To get a feeling of what the new M RR is like to ride, and what it means for superbike fans everywhere, we’re joined by BMW Motorrad WSBK team rider Tom Sykes, Motorsport Director for BMW
Ride and Talk - #34 BMW R 18 – Roland Sands, Blechmann and More!
This episode is a MUST for R 18 fans. A ‘deep-dive’ into the design and engineering excellence that has gone into our Big Boxer, with those directly responsible for making it happen – including BMW Motorrad Head of Design Edgar Heinrich, and Kurt Böck, who’s the project manager of that 1802 ccm beast of an engine.
And if that isn’t enough to whet your appetite, we also catch up with Roland Sands
Ride and Talk - #33 Manfred Spitz and the Enduro Park Hechlingen
The Enduro Park Hechlingen is the original (and many would say the best) playground for GS riders, with over 45 km of gravel roads, single tracks and forest trails, steep slopes, water crossings and even deep sand, in one of the most picturesque settings imaginable.
They’ve been teaching BMW fans all the skills to ride off-road there for over a quarter of a century, closely watched over by the pa
Ride and Talk - #32 BMW Motorrad Connected – Learn More!
Welcome to the audio version of another LIVE episode of our Ride and Talk podcast. This one’s all about ‘connectivity’ and the cool, new tech at our disposal to help us enjoy and share our riding experiences together.
Join Andy Dukes has he chats to product experts Roman, Camilla and Jann all about the
latest version of the BMW Motorrad Connected app, which works on all bikes with TFT display, i
Ride and Talk - #31 Chris Northover – One Crazy Dude!
What can we say about Chris Northover? Ruthlessly enthusiastic? Definitely! Lives and breathes motorcycling? Without a doubt! In fact, our ‘Make Life a Ride’ tagline could certainly have been written with him in mind, because goofing around on bikes literally is his life.
You’ll probably know him from that famous ‘Storm the Embassy’ YouTube short film, or perhaps you’ve seen him in various BMW M
Ride and Talk - #30 Michael Martin – Extreme Adventure!
Michael Martin is a man of many talents: photographer, geographer, author, documentary producer and inspirational presenter on the incredible world we inhabit. He’s made numerous motorcycle expeditions to the most remote places imaginable on our earth, in search of stunning landscapes, the wonders of nature and even the people living life on the edges of existence.
As you can imagine, the world’s
Ride and Talk - #29 #40YearsGS – Exclusive Live Video Podcast!
Welcome to our third live video podcast episode of Ride and Talk, where this time you can hear some living legends talk about #40YearsGS – before some amazing special-edition commemorative anniversary bikes are unveiled on the air for the first time.
The action starts with a short movie (the audio’s just as good as the pictures!) before host Andy Dukes chats with BMW Motorrad’s Head of Marketing
Ride and Talk - #28 Richard Millington – Time to Ride Together and Explore Our World Again!
With travel restrictions lifting, all of us are looking forwards to riding again and it’s hard to beat group motorcycle touring as the perfect way to discover new horizons. But what does it take to create and deliver unforgettable riding experiences to those with a passion for motorcycle travel?
To find out, we speak to Richard Millington from official travel partner BMW Motorrad Tours. In this l
Ride and Talk - #27 Berlin Plant – Look What’s Rolling off the Production Lines!
As you’ll no doubt have heard, production has now started at #bmwplantberlin on the new R 18 model series, which we’re all so excited about. And while the ever-popular factory tours aren’t up and running just yet, we thought it would be a good time to take you behind the scenes at the plant, where at peak times, a shiny new BMW bike rolls off the assembly lines every 65 seconds.
Join Andy Dukes a
Ride and Talk - #26 Aldo Kane – #NeverStopChallenging
This episode, we chat with former Royal Marine Commando, climber, diver, extreme environment expert and BMW Motorrad ambassador Aldo Kane, who loves a challenge. He’s rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, abseiled into active volcanoes, been held at gunpoint by narcos, and even been charged by a black Rhino while training anti-poaching teams.
But what does @aldokane like to do when he’s not leading
Ride and Talk - #25 Active Cruise Control – Exclusive Live Video Podcast!
Welcome to our second live video podcast episode of Ride and Talk, where we talk about ACC – otherwise known as Active Cruise Control. Some of you will know about, and already use this kind of technology in your cars, but this is the first time it will make its debut on a BMW motorcycle. In a nutshell, it’s all about creating maximum comfort and the best possible safety conditions when riding.
Jo
Ride and Talk - #24 Riding the R 18 – Exclusive Live Podcast Discussion!
Welcome to our first ever live video podcast episode of Ride and Talk. We recorded this in the midst of lockdown, when everyone wanted to ride but no one was really able to. So we thought it would be cool to use technology to try and bring us all together – virtually at least – to talk bikes. Specifically, the new R 18.
In this episode, we chat with Timo Resch, Vice President Sales and Marketing
Ride and Talk - #23 Tiffany Coates – From Nowhere to Everywhere!
This episode features the world’s foremost female motorcycle adventurer, Tiffany Coates, who 20 years ago, set off for India on a BMW R 80 GS called ‘Thelma’, with a friend on the back and just two months of riding experience between them. They ended up crossing four continents and staying on the road for two-and-a-half years!
Since then, Tiffany’s adventures have taken her far and wide on journe
Ride and Talk - #22 Sam Manicom and His Spirit of Adventure!
Welcome to Ride and Talk – the BMW Motorrad podcast! It’s a podcast about the world’s best bikes, the people who ride them, and the incredible places these bikes allow us to reach. Join Andy Dukes as he delves deep into the world of BMW Motorrad for amazing behind-the-scenes stories and unique insights from brand experts, ambassadors and the passionate global riding community.
Within three month
Ride and Talk - #21 Elspeth Beard’s Record-Breaking, Life-Changing Adventure
Welcome to Ride and Talk – the BMW Motorrad podcast! It’s a podcast about the world’s best bikes, the people who ride them, and the incredible places these bikes allow us to reach. Join Andy Dukes as he delves deep into the world of BMW Motorrad for amazing behind-the-scenes stories and unique insights from brand experts, ambassadors and the passionate global riding community.
The world was a ve
Ride and Talk - #20 Lost in the Pacific with Dylan Wickrama
Dylan Wickrama’s story has it all: lost on the Pacific Ocean in a home-made raft powered by his BMW R 1150 GS Adventure – and all because after three years of round-the-world travel, he was stuck at the Darién Gap between Panama and Colombia, where all roads ended at that time.
What happened out there is a spellbinding story that was first published in Dylan’s book ‘When the road ends’, but has n
Ride and Talk - #19 How the GS Changed My Life, With Stephanie Rowe
“The GS changed my life…” How many of us can truly say that? Stephanie Rowe certainly can for sure. Ever since she won the ‘ride of her life’ as part of the One World One R 1200 GS campaign back in 2012, she’s been spreading the GS joy across the continents.
That original GS – and many other GSs since – have changed her life considerably and she tells Ride and Talk about the two-wheeled adventure
Ride and Talk - #18 This World Ahead
Although we’re not riding our bikes during these unprecedented times, it doesn’t stop us dreaming about the places we will hopefully soon be able to explore on two wheels, the people we will meet on future adventures and the stories we will be able to tell about freedom and life on the road.
Ever wondered how a motorcycle can change your life? Listen to the inspirational Rolf Lange tell Ride and
Ride and Talk - #17 Riding the new R 18 with Tommy and Nathalie!
Finally, after months of anticipation and excitement, the R 18 had its world premiere on 3 April. The coronavirus situation meant that the launch was communicated via the brand’s social media channels, so fans tuned in from right across the globe from the comfort of their own homes to see the new big boxer unveiled.
We hear from two very special guests in this latest episode of Ride and Talk, bot
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