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Oct 18, 2023 1 hr 15 min

Orlando SX 1983

from The Re-Raceables

Weege and Matthes talk about the 1983 Orlando SX where a 16-year old Yamaha rider named Ron Lechien topped the 250SX class for his first ever win! We cover the ins and outs of the race with Lechien himself, talk about Ronnie's legacy and more. Also, special guest appearance by THE Jim Holley --- CHAPTERS --- 00:47 Intro and Leatt ad 02:11 Why Orlando 83 matters 04:42 Lechien's modern style vs Bradshaw 12:01 The secret double and Dogger stories 17:14 Lechien vs J-Law and the Hall of Fame 23:54 Ron Lechien interview: first win 41:03 San Diego win and school Monday 48:02 Who's That Guy: Roger Big Tex Brown 54:31 Jim Holley's falling gas tank 1:00:57 Jim Holley calls in 1:10:53 Kit awards and sign-off

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