Pipe Dreams

This week on Pipe Dreams, we’re talking about the latest moves and storylines across motorcycle racing. Ty Scott’s jump to Superbike, the MotoAmerica Superbike title fight, and what the 2027 rider market could look like are all on the table. We also get into MotoGP silly season, the continued growth of WorldSBK, and who we think has the best shot at taking home the GP title.Over in motocross, we break down Jett Lawrence missing SMX and the playoff format, then shift gears to the AFT Championship and Estenson Road Racing. Plenty to catch up on across the paddock.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with a special episode featuring one of the most naturally talented and versatile young riders in American motorcycle racing, Rocco Landers. From growing up around racing in Southern California to dominating MotoAmerica as a teenager, racing in Europe with the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, and eventually earning his first factory opportunity with Indian Motorcycle, Rocco’s career has taken a path few could have predicted.In this episode, Rocco reflects on growing up with his father Stoney Landers as his coach, mechanic, crew chief and biggest supporter, spending his formative years racing in Italy and Spain, and returning to America to become one of the most dominant young riders in MotoAmerica history. He discusses winning two Junior Cup championships and a Twins Cup title, making the jump to Supersport and 1000cc machinery, and experiencing the pressure that came with being labeled a potential future American MotoGP star.Rocco also opens up about the twists and turns of his career, from the Red Bull Rookies Cup and the European development system to opportunities in Twins Cup, Supersport, Stock 1000 and King of the Baggers. He shares what it was like adapting to a 600-pound motorcycle, winning his first Bagger race at COTA, and ultimately landing a factory ride with Indian Motorcycle and Vance & Hines alongside Troy Herfoss and Hayden Gillim. From the MotoGP dream that never followed a straight path to finally getting a true OEM opportunity, this conversation offers a closer look at the talent, adaptability and mentality behind one of America's most intriguing young racers. This is Rocco Landers.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with a special episode featuring one of the most respected and resilient riders in American motorcycle racing, Cory West. From his beginnings as a motocross kid in Arkansas to becoming the 2024 MotoAmerica Super Hooligan National Champion, Cory's career is a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and an unwavering passion for racing.In this episode, Cory reflects on more than two decades of competing at the highest level of American road racing, earning AMA Superbike Rookie of the Year honors, navigating the challenges of life as a privateer, and building a reputation as one of the paddock's most versatile riders. He shares stories from years spent piecing together rides, adapting to countless motorcycles, and finding new opportunities as the sport evolved through King of the Baggers and Super Hooligan competition.Beyond the racetrack, Cory discusses helping develop the Harley-Davidson Pan America into a championship-winning platform, balancing the demands of racing with family life, and the emotions of finally capturing his first professional national championship after 23 years as a pro. From surviving the highs and lows of professional racing to proving that persistence can ultimately pay off, this conversation offers an inside look at one of the sport's most inspiring careers. This is Cory West.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with filmmaker, journalist, photographer, and racer Anthony Sansotta, one of the emerging voices helping document the modern era of American motorcycle racing culture. Through his work behind the camera and his own experiences as a competitor, Anthony has built a unique perspective that bridges racing, storytelling, and the personalities that make the sport special.In this episode, Anthony reflects on his path from rider and racer to becoming a respected voice in motorcycle media. He discusses covering motocross and AMA Arenacross, developing documentary projects like Following Fillmore, and creating commercial content for brands including Indian Motorcycle and Polaris. He also shares stories from working around events as demanding as Dakar and what it was like to step away from the camera and make his own Super Hooligan debut.Beyond the racing itself, Anthony offers insight into the evolution of motorcycle media and why storytelling, atmosphere, and culture matter just as much as results sheets. Through Road Race Report and his work across the industry, he is helping shape a more modern approach to bringing fans closer to the sport. This is Anthony Sansotta.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast returns with a special episode featuring one of the most influential figures in motorcycle racing history, Kenny Roberts. From his roots in American flat track to becoming the first American to win a 500cc World Championship, Kenny helped reshape Grand Prix racing and opened the door for generations of American riders.In this episode, Kenny reflects on his rise through the brutal flat track scene, bringing a dirt-track-inspired riding style to Europe, and changing the way riders approached racing at the highest level. He discusses winning three consecutive 500cc World Championships, battling the world’s best, and representing a new wave of American racers overseas.Beyond his success on track, Kenny also shares insight into his fight for rider safety, better treatment for competitors, and the modernization of Grand Prix racing. From redefining race craft to building a lasting legacy, this conversation offers a closer look at the mindset and impact of a true pioneer of the sport. This is “King” Kenny Roberts.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast is back for Episode 37 with one of the brightest young stars in American Flat Track. Dallas Daniels talks about the journey from a kid riding at just four years old to becoming a Grand National Champion. Growing up with his dad Nick as both mentor and mechanic, Dallas shares how that relationship shaped everything, from his work ethic to his understanding of the sport, and how being raised in the paddock gave him a level of experience most riders never get early on.He talks about the influence of key mentors along the way, including JD Beach, Johnny Lewis, Dale Quarterly, and the Hayden family, who played a major role in his development both on and off the bike. Dallas reflects on his close relationship with the Haydens and how growing up around them helped guide his path, both in flat track and beyond.The conversation dives into his breakout years in the pro ranks, dominating the AFT Singles class with back to back championships before making the jump to SuperTwins, where he has gone head to head for championships against some of the best in the sport. He opens up about what it is like fighting for titles at that level, the pressure that comes with it, and the grind of a full season where consistency is everything.Dallas also talks about wanting to show more of who he is off the bike, putting more effort into social media, letting people see his personality, and showing that while he takes racing seriously, he also enjoys having fun outside of it. From returning to road racing at the MotoAmerica Twins Cup finale to continuing to push himself across disciplines, this episode gives a full look at where he has been and where he is headed next.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Pipe Dreams Podcast is pleased to release episode 36 featuring the founders of ARCH Motorcycle, Gard Hollinger and Keanu Reeves.What started as a simple referral to modify a motorcycle turned into a six-year collaboration and ultimately the creation of ARCH Motorcycle. Gard shares how building bikes from childhood shaped his approach to craftsmanship and attention to detail, while Keanu reflects on discovering riding at 22 and how it quickly became a lifelong passion.The conversation traces the evolution of ARCH from custom builds to developing motorcycles entirely from the ground up, and eventually committing to compete in MotoAmerica Super Hooligans this past season. They speak candidly about entering professional racing for the first time, building a production motorcycle and race bike simultaneously, and what year one truly looked like behind the scenes which will be featured in an upcoming docu-series.They discuss the mistakes that come with being new, the moments that validated the decision to race, and why adding a second rider for year two gives them confidence moving forward. The episode closes with a look at what competition is teaching them and how racing is already shaping the future direction of ARCH Motorcycle.We hope you enjoy learning more about Gard and Keanu, their friendship, and passion for motorcycles as much as we did.Listen or watch now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube. Follow @pipedreamspod on social media for more content!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

At just 21 years old, Kody Kopp already carries a perspective that surpasses his impressive résumé. You can feel it immediately in the way he speaks about racing, responsibility, and purpose.Growing up as the son of flat track legend Joe Kopp, racing was not just a passion. It was the family business. Kody opens up about being raised at the track, the expectations that come with the Kopp name, and why leaving high school as a freshman felt like the only option if he wanted to fully commit to racing at the highest level.By the age of 12, Kody already understood the importance of relationships, sponsors, and representing partners the right way - all lessons that would later prove just as critical as raw speed. The conversation digs into the grind of growing up in professional racing, carving out his own identity, and what it truly takes to turn talent into championships.Kody also reflects on his one year stint with Team Roberts in the MotoAmerica Talent Cup, stepping into road racing and learning an entirely new discipline. He shares how that experience reshaped his approach, broadened his perspective, and why every chapter, even the uncomfortable ones, played a role in his development.Now entering a new phase of his career, Kopp returns full time to American Flat Track’s premier SuperTwins class with Latus Motor Racing, chasing unfinished business aboard a Harley Davidson XG750 with experience, maturity, and purpose.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Law Tigers Motorcycle Attorney's: If you ever find yourself in an incident that may or may not require legal representation please call 1-800-Law-Tigers.No recovery, no fee for personal injury claims, and no expenses unless there is a recovery.Fees calculated as a percentage of the gross recovery.FREE representation for motorcycle property damage claimsFREE advice on all motorcycle mattersFor more info visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lawtigers.com/⁠⁠____________________________________________________________________________________Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearchFind Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Few families embody American motorcycle racing the way the Haydens do, and in this episode Roger Hayden opens up about what it was really like growing up in one of the sport’s most iconic households.Roger talks about life in Owensboro, Kentucky, where racing wasn’t just a hobby, it was a lifestyle. He shares memories of riding every day, the nonstop competitive energy between the Hayden brothers, and the work ethic their parents instilled in them from the very beginning.He reflects on Nicky’s exceptional talent and drive, how each brother pushed the others, and what it meant to sweep the podium together at the legendary Springfield TT. Roger also dives into his own career, the highs, the contracts, racing for factory Kawasaki and Suzuki, and even turning down a MotoGP ride to chase an AMA SuperSport Championship like his brothers achieved.The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Roger talks about losing his brother Nicky, how that shaped his life, and how he found a new chapter as an announcer for MotoAmerica. He shares his perspective on the growth of the series, the rising talent in the U.S., and where he believes American racing is headed next. Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Law Tigers Motorcycle Attorney's: If you ever find yourself in an incident that may or may not require legal representation please call 1-800-Law-Tigers.- No recovery, no fee for personal injury claims, and no expenses unless there is a recovery.- Fees calculated as a percentage of the gross recovery.- FREE representation for motorcycle property damage claims- FREE advice on all motorcycle matters For more info visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lawtigers.com/⁠⁠____________________________________________________________________________________Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com

Few names are more synonymous with Harley-Davidson’s legacy than Bill Davidson. As the great-grandson of company co-founder William A. Davidson and the son of legendary designer Willie G. Davidson, Bill has spent his life immersed in the culture, history, and evolution of one of the world’s most iconic motorcycle brands.From his early days riding an M50 at just seven years old to taking on leadership roles within Harley-Davidson and the Harley-Davidson Museum, Bill’s story is one of family heritage, innovation, and a lifelong passion for two wheels.In this episode, Bill reflects on growing up inside the Motor Company, helping shape the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.), and carrying forward a century-old legacy into a new era. He shares lessons learned from his father, the importance of community in the Harley family, and how the brand continues to balance heritage and progress in a rapidly changing world.A conversation about legacy, loyalty, and the love of the ride — straight from the heart of Milwaukee.Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media!____________________________________________________________________________________Please support our partners: Law Tigers Motorcycle Attorney's: If you ever find yourself in an incident that may or may not require legal representation please call 1-800-Law-Tigers.- No recovery, no fee for personal injury claims, and no expenses unless there is a recovery.- Fees calculated as a percentage of the gross recovery.- FREE representation for motorcycle property damage claims- FREE advice on all motorcycle matters For more info visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lawtigers.com/⁠⁠____________________________________________________________________________________Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us.- Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch- Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/- Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com____________________________________________________________________________________Gulf Point Advisors: A Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory FirmHave financial questions or want to learn more about the benefits of professional money management? Call our good friend Tris at 603-731-3230, email [email protected] or visit gulfpointadvisors.com