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  • Ride and Talk – #95 Bernt Haberland — The Origin of the BMW Motorrad Rallye Suit

    Ride and Talk – #95 Bernt Haberland — The Origin of the BMW Motorrad Rallye Suit
    2024/12/06
    Join us as we sit down with Bernt Haberland, the visionary designer behind the iconic BMW Rallye Suit. In this episode, Bernt shares the story behind the Rallye Suit—widely regarded as one of the most legendary motorcycle riding suits ever created. He also delves into his personal journey, his passion for design, and what it takes to create premium riding gear for motorcyclists. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment on this and other Ride and Talk episodes. Your support means the world to us! Now, let’s dive into the conversation with Bernt Haberland.
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    36 分
  • Ride and Talk – #94 Carina Hoefler — The New BMW R 12 and R 12 nineT, and Advice for Motorcycle Beginners!

    Ride and Talk – #94 Carina Hoefler — The New BMW R 12 and R 12 nineT, and Advice for Motorcycle Beginners!
    2024/11/08
    Coming up on the next BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast: The new R 12 and R 12 nineT, and the young woman who played a big part in bringing them to us. Take a listen! Hello my friends, I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome to the latest episode of the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast. Recently during a trip to Munich, my producer Louise Powers and I had occasion to meet Carina Hoefler, the product Manager of the R 12 model family at BMW Motorrad. Right away it was clear that she was so interesting, and so engaging, that we had to get her on the podcast. Today, Carina discusses the new R 12 and R 12 nineT, her long history and passion for motorcycles, and even some excellent advice for people interested in getting in to riding. Please be sure to subscribe, like and comment on this and other Ride and Talk episodes, we very much appreciate your continued support! Now let’s take a listen to Carina Hoefler, product manager at BMW Motorrad.
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    27 分
  • Ride and Talk - #93 Sergio Fossa and Christian Geis — Transitalia Marathon & F 900 GS!

    Ride and Talk - #93 Sergio Fossa and Christian Geis — Transitalia Marathon & F 900 GS!
    2024/10/11
    Easily the best part about hosting this Podcast is meeting the people who create and influence the motorcycles we love. Sergio Fossa and Christian Geis are two fantastic examples. Hello my friends I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome to our latest episode of the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast. Sergio, Christian and their team were tasked with creating the next generation of middleweight Adventure Motorcycles from BMW, most notably the F 900 GS. Recently my producer Louise Powers and I caught up with them in Munich, where we sat down to discuss the development process for this model, the challenges they faced and a unique test venue for their new motorcycle, the Trans Italia Marathon. Please subscribe to Ride and Talk and leave a comment on this and other episodes. We love to hear from you and appreciate your feedback and support. Now let's take a listen to Sergio and Christian, as they discuss the new BMW F 900 GS.
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    32 分
  • Ride and Talk – #92 Year of the GS — Discussing the New BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and Its New Technology!

    Ride and Talk – #92 Year of the GS — Discussing the New BMW R 1300 GS Adventure and Its New Technology!
    2024/09/11
    That was Reiner Fings, Product Manager for the BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. You may remember hearing him in a previous episode last year, where we discussed the standard R 1300 GS. Hi everyone I’m Shawn Thomas, welcome back to the BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk podcast. BMW Motorrad is calling this “The Year of the GS” for good reason. In all we have seen significant changes in nearly every model in the GS line-up, most notably the F 900 GS, R 1300 GS, and R 1300 GS Adventure. My producer Louise Powers and I met with Reiner during the launch of the new R 1300 GS Adventure, which occurred during BMW Motorrad Days in Garmisch. Today we discuss this newest model, new technologies, and some little known history of the GS. Please be sure to subscribe, like and comment on this and other Ride and Talk episodes, we very much appreciate your continued support! Now lets hear from Reiner Fings about the Year of the GS.
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    31 分
  • Ride and Talk - #91 Riding Colombia — Exploring the Exotic and Mysterious Roads and Trails of Colombia!

    Ride and Talk - #91 Riding Colombia — Exploring the Exotic and Mysterious Roads and Trails of Colombia!
    2024/08/09
    There are many amazing places to ride in South America, and Colombia is definitely among the most notable. With breathtaking mountains, cities, villages and microclimates, Colombia is a place that will provide even the most avid explorer with memories to last a lifetime. But what’s it like exploring in Colombia? Today, my producer Louise Powers and I sit down with Micho and Sara, Colombia natives who tell us what its like to ride motorcycles in their beautiful country.
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    30 分
  • Ride and Talk - #90 Expedition Leader — The Newest Training Program Offered by BMW Motorrad!

    Ride and Talk - #90 Expedition Leader — The Newest Training Program Offered by BMW Motorrad!
    2024/06/26
    What is an Expedition Leader, and what is the path to becoming one? Follow along as 8 individuals from around the world test their mechanical, medical, tour guide and leadership skills in the newest training program from BMW Motorrad.
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    31 分
  • Ride and Talk - #89 Markus Flasch — An Exclusive Talk With the Head of BMW Motorrad!

    Ride and Talk - #89 Markus Flasch — An Exclusive Talk With the Head of BMW Motorrad!
    2024/05/21
    Markus Flasch took over as Head of BMW Motorrad in November 2023. Markus was already a well-known figure at BMW Motorrad, having been at the helm of the M division when it was decided to introduce the first M motorcycle, the M 1000 RR. As the new head of Motorrad, Markus has already begun to make an impression as an innovative and decisive leader. But what is his vision for the brand, and how does he plan to implement this vision? While in Munich, my producer Louise Powers and I sat down with Markus to discuss his history, his passions, and his plans for the future of BMW Motorrad. Please subscribe to Ride and Talk and leave a comment on this and other episodes. We would love to hear from you and appreciate your feedback and support.
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    34 分
  • Ride and Talk - #88 HansA. Muth — BMW Motorrad Design Legends!

    Ride and Talk - #88 HansA. Muth — BMW Motorrad Design Legends!
    2024/04/26
    Coming up on the next BMW Motorrad Ride and Talk Podcast: Sitting down with HansA. Muth, one of the most celebrated designers in the history of BMW Motorrad. Take a listen! That was the voice of HansA. Muth, describing his process for designing the ever-evolving motorcycle platform. Hans’ legacy spans 50 years and can be seen even in today’s modern BMW motorcycles. Hans and I took a tour of the BMW museum in Munich, where the very first — and very latest — BMW motorcycles are on display as part of the 100 Years BMW Motorrad exhibit. Afterward, we sat down and talked about his spectacular career as a designer for BMW, and some of the twists and turns that have brought to us so many epic milestones in BMW motorcycles.
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    35 分