Pundit Michael Uhlarik claims we in the west have been getting the KTM story all wrong. Or mostly wrong. The readily-accepted narrative—that new majority-shareholder Bajaj will benefit from KTM’s technology and expertise—is pure poppycock. And Michael draws a parallel between KTM’s woes and the near collapse and diminished future of another major European OEM to prove his point.
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KTM's Future Is Revealed
Brian Price, who joined us in Lowdown 42 to talk all things KTM, is back with an update on the fate of the once-proud Austrian brand. Now that KTM's future is assured—or so KTM would like us to believe—Brian fill us in on what’s next now that the brand is Indian-owned.
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Crashing Won't Slow Him Down
Fearless Fazer Manny is the luckiest man alive. Just ask him. His confidence far outpaces his skill. He says it himself. But despite a lifetime of crashing—his latest a 100 mph shunt into the woods just this month
—he carries on with boundless enthusiasm. He’s overweight, out of shape, and at 72 carries on like he’s 25. If that doesn’t make him legendary, we don’t know what does.
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Can Can-Am's Three-Wheeler Work For ADV riding?
This week's guest is ADVrider editor Zac Kurylyk, who's just returned from riding the Can-Am Canyon. Is this bold new three-wheeler really suitable for adventure riders? What's it like to ride, and who is it made for? Zac and Neil also discuss a recent ride to Cape Breton Island, with some tips for travelers who want to explore this paradise of paved and unpaved roads, with distinct cultures and gorgeous scenery.
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How This Rider Went From Rookie To RTW
Tall tales from Africa part two. The ultimate innocent abroad, Sam Manicom headed out from the UK to Africa having never ridden a motorcycle before. Ever. As in never. Forget working on your skillset to help combat African sand—Sam was just doing his best to differentiate the brake lever from the clutch lever. But he survived with beautiful, well-observed stories from the continent.
Join host and Gemini award-winner Neil Graham as he explores the people and passion behind the rapidly growing adventuring riding community.
The former editor-in-chief of Cycle Canada magazine, Neil applies his expertise in documentary filmmaking to delve into the intrigue that shapes the world of motorcycling, as told by designers, pundits, presidents, outliers and outlaws.
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