KiwiMoto72 Podcast: Riders, Racers & the Experts Behind the Sport

Aaron Slight is one of the best riders World Superbike ever produced, and one of the unluckiest.Thirteen wins. Eighty-seven podiums. Three straight Suzuka 8-Hour victories. Four third-place championship finishes and two as runner-up, including 1998 when he lost the title to Carl Fogarty by just 5.5 points.Then in February 2000, a brain aneurysm and emergency surgery in Sydney nearly ended his life. He came back to race the same season. Honda did not renew him at the end of the year. And that was the end of his racing career.In this episode I sit down with the man from Masterton, Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, to trace the whole story. The motocross kid who started at twelve. The friend whose death pushed him onto the road. The move to Australia with a TZR250 and not much else. The factory Kawasaki years and the Castrol Honda years against Carl Fogarty, Troy Corser, and John Kocinski. The Suzuka crash that nearly took his hand. The Simon Crafar connection. And the fight that had nothing to do with a stopwatch.His book is called "You Don't Know the Half Of It." This is the other half.This is the format the KiwiMoto72 Podcast is known for. From the early years to the present day, long-form. Made to be heard in one sitting or stretched across a few drives.⏱ CHAPTERS00:00 The Journey of Aaron Slight03:05 Reflections on a Racing Career06:13 The Influence of Marcedon08:48 The Impact of Loss and Transition11:53 Early Racing Experiences13:26 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Australia21:07 The Road to Japan26:42 Suzuka: Triumphs and Trials33:08 The Journey Begins: Early Racing Experiences37:28 Overcoming Adversity: The Hand Injury and Comeback40:44 Transitioning to World Superbike: The Competitive Landscape44:40 First Win in Europe: A Pivotal Moment47:33 Training and Fitness: Evolving as a Racer50:44 The Absence of Coaching: Self-Taught Skills54:27 The Competitive Rivalries: Close Calls and Frustrations01:04:48 Reflecting on a Racing Career01:10:49 The Aneurysm and Its Impact01:18:34 The Road to Recovery and Return to Racing01:25:09 Transitioning from Racing to Life Beyond the Track01:31:22 Lessons Learned and Advice for Young Riders🎧 LISTEN ELSEWHERESpotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.🌐 KIWIMOTO72Website: kiwimoto72.comInstagram: @kiwimoto72Newsletter via Beehiiv, link on the website.❤️ SUPPORT THE CHANNELPatreon: patreon.com/KiwiMoto72Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Merch: kiwimoto72.myspreadshop.comRecorded 12 June 2026.#AaronSlight #WSBK #KiwiMoto72Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Three years ago I had Kayla Yaakov on the show as a fifteen-year-old Junior Cup racer. She is a very different rider now.This time Kayla came to the track to coach me, then sat down for a long talk about how she got here. We get into her riding, the number 19 Rahal Ducati Moto with Droplight Panigale V2, the mental side of running at the front, and what she fixed in my own riding in a single day.Her last three seasons tell the story. She moved up to MotoAmerica Supersport full time and finished sixth in the 2025 championship. Then 2026 turned into a breakout. She took third at the Daytona 200, the first woman in 84 runnings to stand on that podium, passing former MotoGP rider Darryn Binder on the banking to do it. She qualified on pole at Road Atlanta, the first woman ever to do that in a MotoAmerica Supersport race, set a lap record at Barber, and stacked up four podiums by Road America, running right at the sharp end of the title fight. We cover all of it. how she trains, what the pressure feels like at this level, and where she goes next.Kayla rides for Rahal Ducati Moto with Droplight in MotoAmerica Supersport, with support from Mission Foods, HJC, Alpinestars, Ashley's Dream Foundation, Reset Public Affairs, and Dunlop. Her Insta360 code is KAYLA19.Watch the full track day and interview on YouTube at @kiwimoto72.Subscribe to the KiwiMoto72 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. Real bikes, real miles, real opinions.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

This is our longest episode ever. Three hours of real talk on coaching, rider development, and getting faster on track.Misti Hurst is a former AMA Pro Supersport racer and senior coach at California Superbike School. She has over 20 years of experience racing and coaching riders around the world. Now she has written a book about it.In this episode, Misti talks about her path from street rider to pro racer to coach, her years working with Keith Code at CSS, the psychology of fear and breakthroughs in riding, and how she coaches everyone from kids to mountain bikers to Moto Moms.We also talk about her debut book, Life in the Fast Lane: Discovering the Art of Cornering, and what it took to write it. The e-book and print editions are available at mistihurst.com.Misti was back on the show for Season 2 Episode 14 with Rick Rayner for a three-hour deep dive on coaching and trail braking.You don't need to listen to all three hours in one sitting. Break it up over a few sessions. Come back to the parts that hit home. There's enough in here to keep you thinking for a while.📚 Misty's Book Update: Misty has a new book on the way. The e-book is expected at the end of March, with print copies coming at the end of June. Preorder now and purchase at mistihurst.com.🔗 https://mistihurst.comTopics: motorcycle coaching, rider development, throttle control, racing lines, trail braking, rear brake technique, mental strategies, track riding, self-awareness, observation skillsSend us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Mike Webb is the most senior official in MotoGP.He is responsible for race control, safety decisions, penalties, red flags, and consistency across every Grand Prix weekend. When races stop, restart, or change direction, the final call sits with him.In this interview, we go inside MotoGP race direction. We cover how decisions are made in real time, how technology and regulations shape modern racing, and how trust is built with riders, teams, and manufacturers.We also explore Mike’s career path from New Zealand motorsport to the top job in the paddock, and what it takes to operate under pressure when every decision is scrutinized worldwide.This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the role that quietly governs MotoGP.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

In this episode, I sit down with Misti Hurst — former AMA Pro Supersport racer, senior California Superbike School coach, mountain bike mentor, mini-moto mom, and now… published author.With over 20 years of experience racing and coaching riders around the world, Misti is one of the most respected voices in motorcycle education today. Now, she’s turning the throttle in a new direction with her debut book, Life in the Fast Lane: Discovering the Art of Cornering — a powerful mix of riding techniques, behind-the-scenes coaching stories, and deeply personal lessons from the road, the racetrack, and life itself.We talk about:Her journey from street rider to pro racer and coachWorking with Keith Code and the evolution of CSSThe psychology of fear, coaching, and breakthroughsHow she teaches kids, mountain bikers, and Moto Moms alikeWhat it really took to write this book — and why nowHer new Kickstarter campaign to bring Life in the Fast Lane to printIf you ride, coach, teach, or just love a good comeback story — this one’s for you.🎯 Support Misti’s Book on Kickstarter (launches Nov 11, 2025): 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mistihurst/life-in-the-fast-lane-discovering-the-art-of-corneringSend us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Paul Trevathan: From Kiwi Roots to MotoGP Crew Chief — Guiding Pedro Acosta & Unlocking the Secrets of the PaddockWhat does a MotoGP crew chief really do? In this episode, I sit down with Paul Trevathan, crew chief for rising KTM superstar Pedro Acosta. From his Kiwi beginnings in New Zealand motorsport to leading in the world’s fastest motorcycle championship, Paul shares his journey to the top and what it takes to succeed at MotoGP level.We break down the crew chief’s role — the bridge between rider feedback, raw data, and race-winning decisions. Paul explains how he works with riders under pressure, the unique challenge of guiding a young prodigy like Acosta, and the culture inside KTM’s MotoGP team.We also dive into the legacy of New Zealand in motorsports, and how Kiwi grit and resourcefulness continue to make waves on the global stage. If you’ve ever wanted to peek behind the garage doors of MotoGP, this conversation pulls back the curtain.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Nick Ienatsch is a former racer, longtime motorcycle journalist, and founder of the Yamaha Champions Riding School. He has spent his career studying what makes riders fast and what keeps them safe.In this episode, Nick breaks down the Champions Habits program, trail braking, brake coverage, and why the best upgrade you can make to your motorcycle is your own skill. We talk about why riders plateau, the biggest mistakes he sees at every level, and how street riders benefit from the same techniques used on track.Nick also explains how YCRS builds its coaching team and why consistent technique matters more than talent.If you ride on the street or the track, this conversation will change the way you think about your inputs.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Kristian Daniel Jr. is 16 years old and racing in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, one of the most competitive junior series in the world. He earned his spot against riders from dozens of countries and is now lining up on the same Grand Prix circuits as MotoGP.In this episode, Kristian talks about the jump from U.S. racing to the European stage, what it takes to compete in the Rookies Cup, and how he handles the pressure of international competition at his age.We also talk about his friendship with fellow American racer Kensei Matsudaira, the mental side of racing, and the family support system behind his career.This is part of our Young Guns series spotlighting the next generation of motorcycle racing talent.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Avalon Lewis is one of New Zealand's top motorcycle racers. She came up through grassroots bucket racing, worked her way through national competition, and made it to the inaugural FIM Women's Circuit Racing World Championship.In this conversation, Avalon talks about the state of racing in New Zealand, what it took to get from club level to a world championship grid, and how she balances racing with being a mum. We cover her training with Aaron Slight, racing under Carl Cox Motorsport, and what needs to happen to grow the sport for future Kiwi riders.Avalon is honest about the highs and the setbacks. This is a real look at what it costs to chase a world championship from a small country with limited funding.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Kensei Matsudaira is 14 years old. He has been racing since he was four. He holds multiple national championships in MotoAmerica, Supermoto, and Speedway, and he represented the United States at the FIM Speedway World Cup.Now he's competing in Premoto3 in the Spanish championship, the same junior class that feeds into the Moto3 World Championship. He's doing it as a privateer with no factory support.In this episode, we sit down with Kensei and his father Kuni to hear the full story. How it started, what it costs to race at this level as a family, and where the road goes from here.This is an honest look at what it takes for a young American rider to chase MotoGP.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Cobie Fair is the Global Chief of Rider Coaching at California Superbike School. He started as a mechanic more than 40 years ago and worked his way to the top of the coaching side.Rick Rayner hosts this conversation on why every motorcycle rider should experience a track day at least once. Cobie explains what CSS teaches, how track skills transfer directly to street riding, and why the controlled environment of a track is the safest place to find the limits of your riding.Whether you've done 50 track days or zero, this episode makes the case for getting out there.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Rocco Landers is one of the most exciting young racers in America. He dominated the MotoAmerica Junior Cup and Twins Cup before making the jump to King of the Baggers, racing Harleys at the front of the pack.In this episode, Rocco talks about how he got started racing, the mindset and training behind his results, and the technical differences between sportbike racing and running a bagger at speed. We also talk about bike setup, suspension, and what's next for his career.If you follow American motorcycle racing, Rocco is a name you'll be hearing for a long time.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Johnny Haynes is the Deputy Head of Worldwide Coaching at California Superbike School. He has been riding and coaching for decades across multiple countries.Rick Rayner hosts this deep conversation on the technical side of riding well. Johnny covers throttle control and smooth inputs, how to mark and use turn points, steering timing, line selection, adapting to new motorcycles, and the role traction control plays in modern riding.We also get into the difference between intuitive riding and deliberate riding, and why most riders stop improving once their instincts take over. Johnny explains what it takes to break through that ceiling.This is a long one. Over 100 minutes of real coaching detail.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Part 2 of our conversation with California Superbike School coach James Toohey.This episode goes further into the technical side of track riding. James talks through throttle control and timing, how to read a track and pick the right line, steering inputs, traction control, and the common errors he sees riders repeat.We also talk about what separates riders who keep improving from those who plateau, and why deliberate practice matters more than seat time alone.If you haven't heard Part 1, start there. But this episode stands on its own if you want to jump straight into riding technique.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

James Toohey is a senior coach at California Superbike School. He has spent years working with riders of every level on track, from first-timers to experienced racers.In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, James breaks down the coaching methods that CSS uses to help riders improve. We cover how the school identifies bad habits, the drills that fix them, and why many riders hit a ceiling they can't push past without outside feedback.This one goes deep on technique. If you ride on track or want to start, there's a lot of practical takeaway here.Part 2 continues the conversation with more on throttle control, line selection, and traction management.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Dylan Code runs California Superbike School, the largest motorcycle coaching operation in the world. He is the son of Keith Code, who founded CSS and wrote the books that defined modern motorcycle riding technique.In this episode, Dylan talks about the origins of the school, how it has grown into a global operation, and what the coaching philosophy looks like today. We cover how CSS develops its coaches, what students can expect from a school day, and where Dylan sees motorcycle education heading.This is Part 1 of our California Superbike School Coach Series, which includes follow-up interviews with James Toohey, Johnny Haynes, and Cobie Fair.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

In this special kickoff episode, hosts Angus Norton and Rick Rayner introduce an exciting new podcast series featuring in-depth interviews with the legendary California Superbike School coaches. We share why we’re diving into these conversations, what riders can expect to learn, and how these world-class coaches help transform the way people ride. Whether you're a track-day addict or just looking to sharpen your skills, this series will give you exclusive insights into the art and science of riding at the limit. Stay tuned for incredible stories, expert tips, and behind-the-scenes wisdom from the best in the business! 🎧🔥Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Mallory Dobbs went from U.S. club racing and MotoAmerica to competing on the world stage in the inaugural FIM Women's Circuit Racing Championship. Her debut season had a steep learning curve, but she finished with six consecutive top-10 results and earned the number one female spot in the Supersport class at the FIM Intercontinental Games.In this episode, Mallory talks about what the jump to international racing was really like, the differences between American and European competition, and her plans for the upcoming season with the MKD Racing Team.If you want to know what it takes to go from domestic racing to a world championship as a privateer, this is that story.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Mat Oxley has been writing about MotoGP for over 40 years. He has worked alongside Kenny Roberts, Barry Sheene, Valentino Rossi, and Marc Marquez. He is also a former Isle of Man TT winner.In this episode, Mat shares behind-the-scenes stories from four decades in the paddock, how MotoGP has changed as a sport and as a business, and what it was like to race and win the TT. We also talk about his books, his podcast with Peter Bom, and the craft of motorcycle journalism.If you follow MotoGP or the TT, Mat has seen more of it up close than almost anyone alive. This conversation covers a lot of ground.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Ken Hill is one of the most respected motorcycle coaches in North America. He works with riders at every level, from street riders looking to build confidence to experienced track riders chasing faster lap times.In this episode, Ken talks about the value of professional coaching, the fundamentals that most riders overlook, and why small changes in technique produce big results on the bike. We cover body position, visual skills, throttle management, and the mental side of riding well.If you've ever thought about working with a riding coach but weren't sure what to expect, start here.Link to Ken Hill Coaching:https://www.khcoaching.com/Youtube    / @khcoaching  Instagram @khcoachingSoundcloud https:\\soundcloud.com\ken-hill-534763963Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Zack Courts is a motorcycle journalist, content creator, and co-host of RevZilla's CTXP and Daily Rider series on YouTube. He rides and reviews motorcycles for a living, from supercharged flagships to budget commuters.In this episode, Zack talks about his career path into motorcycle media, what a typical bike review looks like behind the scenes, and some of the wildest rides he's had along the way. We also talk about the state of motorcycle journalism and how the industry has changed with the shift to digital and video.If you watch RevZilla content, this is your chance to hear the full story from one of the people who makes it.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Cormac Buchanan is one of the most promising young riders to come out of New Zealand in years. He is building a path toward MotoGP through the junior racing ranks and has already shown serious speed on the international stage.In this episode, Cormac talks about growing up racing in New Zealand, the move to competing internationally, and what the road to MotoGP looks like for a young Kiwi rider with limited resources compared to European-based competitors.A conversation about talent, determination, and the reality of chasing a world championship from the other side of the planet.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Dave Moss has built his reputation setting up motorcycle suspension for riders across North America. He shows up at track days and events, puts bikes on stands, and makes them handle better. Thousands of riders have had their bikes transformed by a Dave Moss setup.In this episode, Dave explains how suspension actually works, why most stock settings don't suit real-world riders, and what you should be feeling through the bike when things are right versus wrong. We also talk about sag, damping, spring rates, and the mistakes riders make when trying to adjust their own suspension.This one is technical but accessible. You don't need an engineering background to follow along and use what Dave teaches.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Simon Crafar won a MotoGP race in 1998 at Donington Park. He is one of a small number of New Zealanders to have competed at the top level of motorcycle road racing. Today he is a familiar face in the MotoGP paddock as a pit lane reporter and commentator.In this conversation, Simon talks about his racing career, what it was like to win at the highest level, and how the sport has changed since his era. We also cover his transition from rider to broadcaster and his perspective on where MotoGP is headed.A great listen for anyone who follows Grand Prix racing or wants to know what the paddock looks like from the inside.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Kayla Yaakov is one of the top young motorcycle racers coming out of the United States. She is fast, focused, and building a career in a sport that demands both.In this episode, Kayla talks about her racing journey so far, the challenges of competing as a young rider, and what she's working toward. We cover her results, her training, and the support system that keeps her moving forward.This is part of our coverage of the next generation of American racing talent, alongside episodes with Kensei Matsudaira, Kristian Daniel Jr, and Cormac Buchanan.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

Two of the fastest women in motorcycle racing sit down for one conversation.Mallory Dobbs races in the FIM Women's Circuit Racing Championship and MotoAmerica. Misti Hurst is a former AMA Pro Supersport racer and senior coach at California Superbike School. Both are building careers in a sport that has been dominated by men for decades.We talk about their paths into racing, what they've had to overcome, and what it means to compete and coach at this level as women. This is not a token conversation. Both Mallory and Misti bring real perspective on the racing, the politics, and the progress still needed.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO

A quick introduction to the KiwiMoto72 Podcast.Hosted by Angus Norton, a rider with 35 years of street and track experience across 80+ motorcycles. The show features in-depth conversations with professional racers, riding coaches, suspension engineers, journalists, and industry leaders from across the motorcycle world.New episodes on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Find us on YouTube and Instagram at @kiwimoto72.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO