In this episode, Jamie and Lucas dive into some of the biggest truths — and misconceptions — in the V-Twin performance industry.

After more than 25 years in the business at Fuel Moto, they’ve seen the evolution of motorcycle performance firsthand. From early internet forums and eBay messaging to today’s Facebook groups and social media influencers, the way riders get information has changed dramatically.

But with that shift has also come a lot of misinformation, bias, and inflated claims.

In this conversation they break down:

• How the V-Twin industry has evolved over the last 25 years
• The role social media plays in shaping rider opinions
• Why dyno charts and horsepower numbers can be misleading
• The truth about Auto-Tune and modern tuning tools
• Why firsthand experience matters more than repeated internet advice
• Common misconceptions about cams, injectors, and performance builds
• How shops and companies sometimes influence online conversations

They also share real insights from the thousands of bikes Fuel Moto works with every year through dyno tuning, remote tuning, and dealer support.

The goal of this episode is simple: help riders make informed decisions and understand how performance really works.

Whether you're new to Harley performance or deep into engine builds and tuning, this episode offers an honest look at the industry — without the hype.

When you call Fuel Moto, the goal isn’t to sell you a part — it’s to set you up for success.

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Bob Menning, a 12-year Fuel Moto veteran and one of the first voices many customers hear when they call. Together, they walk through exactly what you can expect when you contact Fuel Moto by phone or email, and why the questions we ask matter so much.

Bob shares what it’s really like answering hundreds of calls every week, from cam recommendations to big bore builds, tuning questions, and realistic performance expectations. Rather than chasing peak horsepower numbers, Fuel Moto focuses on building street-driven engines that deliver torque, reliability, and results you can actually feel.

You’ll learn:

• How Fuel Moto’s phone system works and who you’ll talk to
• Why riding style and RPM habits matter more than hype
• The difference between race builds and real-world street engines
• Why realistic expectations lead to better outcomes
• When to call, when to email, and how to get faster support
• How tuning requests and Power Vision maps are handled
• Why Fuel Moto relies on its own dyno data and R&D — not internet opinions

This conversation also highlights the importance of long-term customer relationships, data-driven recommendations, and honest communication. Whether you’re new to performance upgrades or planning your next build, this episode explains how Fuel Moto helps customers make informed decisions that last.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get the most out of a call to Fuel Moto — or why we ask so many questions — this episode lays the foundation.

📞 Phone: 920-423-3309
📧 Email: info@fuelmotousa.com
🌐 Website: www.fuelmotousa.com

Real conversations. Real data. Real results.