Episode 70 - Are Midweight ADV Bikes Too Heavy? Specs: Ducati Desert X V2 & Yamaha T7 World Raid

In this episode we share the specs on the Ducati Desert X V2 and the 2026 Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid. Then we discuss weights and powers of the midweight ADV segment and ask if they are getting too heavy.Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In this episode we hold a broad discussion about the weight and size of motorcycles and what a new rider should consider when looking for their first bike. Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In this episode we discuss what to do if someone happens to get hurt or go down on their bike while on a ride and what you should keep with you in order to be prepared for emergencies. DISCLAIMER: We are not medical professional or certified in first aid. If you wish to learn more and get certified check out your local resources. We hope this episodes gives you some ideas of where to start and to at least put the thought of being prepared for an emergency in your mind. Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

Mitch and Gleb start off the podcast year with some updates in the Dakar Race, FIM helmets, Suzuki models, and hopes for the motorcycle world in 2026.Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In this episode we are once again joined by our good friend Cris. Earlier this year Cris bought her first motorcycle and we were curious to hear about her very first season of riding. Thank you all so much for listening to our podcast! We hope to see you return after the holidays. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In this episode Mitch and Gleb discuss the topic of smart helmets and the different options that have tried to bring the tech to the motorcycle helmet and what manufacturers are attempting next.Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In today's episode we discuss some of the new motorcycle announcements from the ECIMA trade show that caught our eye. Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

We start this episode by having a discussion on what is known about the new KLE 500. Then we share our experiences testing out the 2023 Ducati Diavel V4,  2025 Ducati Panigale V2S, The Norden 901, and the 2025 Honda GoldwingBuying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

In this episode we discuss some news around Indian and talk about the new KTM 990 RC R as well as do a post trip discussion of our last overnighter of riding season. Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham

Mitch is flying solo in this episode and goes over some Kove bikes, and rants about his mistakes packing for an overnight moto camping trip.Buying Riding Gear? Use our affiliate link and help out the podcast https://imp.i104546.net/3eZdXdHelp us support the pod or buy us a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tdtmotorcyclesSpecial thanks to Derek Brown for our new song and logo! Check out his stuff belowdb SPL links:https://www.dbspl.studio/https://www.instagram.com/db_spl_/Glenarvon:https://www.glenarvonmusic.comhttps://www.instagram.com/glenarvonmusic/------------------Send us your questions and comments [email protected] Us: Instagram: @gleblapham @meech2dbeech YouTube: @gleblapham