The Upshift Podcast

A conversation between Brian and Steve Greenstein, "Greenie". Steve's days as a Harley Dealership employee at the famous Carolina Harley Davidson in Gastonia NC. Stories of Click Baldwin owner of Carolina HD and his time in the motorcycle industry. Sit back and enjoy this episode. Thanks Brian The Upshift Podcast All motorcycles all the time!TakeawaysMotorcycle industry evolutionDealership operationsChallenges in the industry Dealership incidents and challengesEvolution of dealership operationsImpact of social media on the motorcycle industryDecline in motorcycle salesHistory of t-shirt suppliers for Harley DavidsonUnique character of RK Stradman Passion for motorcycles spans across different models and erasSuspension technology is a key focus for the hosts Motorcycle inventory and upcoming projectsCustomer service and dealership experiencesImpact of aftermarket parts on motorcycle performanceChapters00:00 Introduction and Background11:00 Dealership Operations and Changes24:57 Industry Challenges and Evolution59:34 History of T-Shirt Suppliers for Harley Davidson01:06:28 Motorcycle Ownership in the Navy01:19:34 Suspension Technology and Product Discussion01:29:05 Motorcycles for Daytona01:47:25 Preparations for Daytona Event

The Upshift Guys are back with more motorcycle talk than stock exhaust in the trash can. Brian & Brian are ready for Daytona, are you? We got Dyna's FXR's and Softails loaded up and ready to go. Sit back, relax its Upshift time!TakeawaysDaytona fever podcastMotorcycle updates Bike maintenance challengesUpcoming Daytona plans Motorcycle events and ralliesBuilding and customizing motorcyclesChapters00:00 Introduction to Daytona Fever Podcast22:05 Bike Maintenance Challenges33:25 Daytona Itinerary and Events38:47 Travel Plans and Future Trips44:06 Considering New Motorcycle Projects49:06 Challenges and Experiences with Motorcycle Polishing and Customization56:43 Planning for Motorcycle Interviews and Podcast Guests

The guys are back for more motorcycle talk and information than anyone can handle. Its time for the Sturgis wedding of the year and somebody is looking at new bikes... Who is it? Tune in and find out. As always there is some FXR talk and maybe a Shovel head, Dyna no Sportsters. But as always thank you for the support! Go check out Suspension Technologies USA for all your suspension needs and we will see you in STURGIS!!!

The guys are back and internet problems continue. They struggle through and bring the the best podcast you could have. New FXR some old style 3 wheeler action. The question is raised - to much technology on the new Harleys? Maybe, tune into this show if you dare. You might learn something or not. We can can't guaranty any nothing so don't ask. Thanks for turning in to the Upshift Podcast two guys talking bikes and having fun riding them. Thank you Suspension Technology USA for keeping us rolling down the road. See ya on the next one Brian & Brian

The guys are back from a vacation from a vacation. If that can be done. A new bike has been purchased and someone is homeless... Marketplace strikes again, can you spend counterfeit money? And hoe many internet problems can you have in one episode. Tune into this debacle and your answer will be a lot. Thanks again for supporting the Upshift Podcast all motorcycles all the time some run some don't but we still ride! The Upshift Guys Brian& Brian Suspension Technologies.com

The guys are back from Daytona bike week and they have so many stories. FXR meet up, swap meets an interaction with the local blue light boys. Riding the loop, getting a new suspension for the FXR. So much more in this episode you will not want to miss a minute. So sit back an enjoy this not so professional all motorcycle podcast. Thank you again for our sponsor Suspension Technologys USA Best in the business and always # 1 Thanks you, Brian & Brian

The guys have Daytona Bike Week fever and can't shake it. A complete run down on everything bike week for 2025. All the bike shows, how much BBQ and Waffle House they can eat. All this and so much more. The dream team Mike & Steve from Suspension Technologies stop by and talk all about the suspension game and what they are doing for Daytona and the rally season. Sit back clear your schedule, you have a podcast to listen to. All informative and all motorcycle, we know you will love it. Thanks foe the support Brian & Brian

The Upshift Guys welcome into the studio, Luke Banker on a Harley. Sit back and enjoy this interview. Luke tells how motorcycles have made an impact on his life and what he has learned from them. A journey brought own by family and part of everyday life now. A Heritage Softail that lead to a CVO St Glide and a cool FXR. We get all the stories on this episode. Thanks again for supporting the Upshift Podcast and Luke for being a part on this one. Brian & Brian The Upshift Guys

One of the guys get a behind the curtain factory tour and the Harley Davidson museum. Did Harley show out in 2025 with new models. Somebody tells a 1st job story that didn't end so well. Reminiscing about 1st cars and car wreck... Its chili cook off season and we hope we win. So much in this episode you might need a nap after or during this action packed all motorcycle all the time Upshift Podcast! Thank you for the support! Brian & Brian The Upshift Guys

Sit back clear you schedule. The guys are back for another action packed episode. Behind the curtain at Harleys factory and a museum tour. The guys reminisce about 1st jobs and 1st cars. Somebody gets canned by the little redhead for eating up the profits. A car wreck on a snowy night and we throw in some motorcycle talk to just keep you interested. Thanks again for supporting the show. Its all motorcycle talk all the time. Thank you! The Upshift Guys Brian & Brian