RIDE SERIES 004 - MOTORCYCLE TYRES is the main theme of this Rider Series discussion between Jorge and Chappy (Neil Chappell).

They discussed various things including the evolution of tyres, misconceptions surrounding motorcycle tyres, the importance of tyre temperature in relation to tyre performance, and the characteristics of different tyre models. They also discussed tyre pressure management for motorcycle track riding, the benefits and drawbacks of different tyre types for various conditions, and recent developments in tire technology in motorcycle racing.

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Pirelli Tyres - https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers - https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics - https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

CSS New Zealand - https://www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz/

Ilmberger Carbon - https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime - https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing - https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension - https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing - https://www.saint.cc

RaceDNA - https://racedna.com.au/

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MIKE JONES, (Mad Mike) from the Yamaha Racing Team, gives us his insights from Round 1 of the 2025 Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK).

This round was held at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit in conjunction with the first round of this years WSBK championship.

To follow Mike, visit his website and social media accounts:

https://mikejonesracing.com/

https://www.facebook.com/mikejonesracingfanpage

https://www.instagram.com/mikejonesracing

Mike’s local sponsors are:

• KYT Helmets
• Alpinestars
• Q State Properties
• ShopYamaha
• RP Filters
• KODA Nutrition
• Three Three Co.

Mike’s sponsors in Taiwan are:

• Taiwan Sponsors:
• Kung Fu Tea
• Dog House
• Hisex
• Plating

For more information about the ASBK championship, visit the website:

https://www.asbk.com.au/

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SC Project Exhausts - https://sc-project.com.au

Kustom Cockpits - https://kustomcockpits.com/

Metzeler Tyres - https://www.metzeler.com/en-au/home

Pirelli Tyres - https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers - https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics - https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

CSS New Zealand - https://www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz/

Ilmberger Carbon - https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime - https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing - https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension - https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing - https://www.saint.cc

RaceDNA - https://racedna.com.au/

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TUG MCCLUTCHIN is co-host of the incredibly successful MotoPG Podcast.

Funny, edgy, insightful, shocking, and extremely informative, the MotoPG podcast has grown beyond the expectations of the lads who run it - Tug, Boris and Freido.

As well as discussing the success of the show, in this episode Jorge and Tug discussed their shared passion for motorcycles, journalism in the motorcycle industry, the technical aspects of motorcycle riding and racing, and also the administration of motorcycling in Australia.

To get more information about Tug and his motorcycle tours, visit the following:

https://www.tugmcclutchin.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tug.mcclutchin.5/

And to follow along with episodes of the MotoPG podcast, look for the show on Spotify or open this link - https://open.spotify.com/show/709U7zES7oDaJc7N1guhMG

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Total Track Bike Hire in NZ, Facebook page information here - https://www.facebook.com/Totaltrackbikehirenz

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SC Project Exhausts - https://sc-project.com.au

Kustom Cockpits - https://kustomcockpits.com/

Metzeler Tyres - https://www.metzeler.com/en-au/home

Pirelli Tyres - https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers - https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics - https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

CSS New Zealand - https://www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz/

Ilmberger Carbon - https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime - https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing - https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension - https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing - https://www.saint.cc

RaceDNA - https://racedna.com.au/

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ADRIAN HASTWELL-BATTEN (aka AyDee) is one of the owners of the Australasian branch of the California Superbike School (CSS) based out of Sydney.

In this episode Jorge and AyDee had their annual start of the year chat and talked about a bunch of things including the major theme of ‘what’s happening at CSS in Australia for 2025’.

To book spots or simply get more information about the California Superbike School visit the website here - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au/

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MiniGP Academy New Zealand - https://www.minigpacademynz.com/

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PRODUCTS WE USE AND SUPPORT

SC Project Exhausts - https://sc-project.com.au

Kustom Cockpits - https://kustomcockpits.com/

Metzeler Tyres - https://www.metzeler.com/en-au/home

Pirelli Tyres - https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers - https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics - https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

CSS New Zealand - https://www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz/

Ilmberger Carbon - https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime - https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing - https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension - https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing - https://www.saint.cc

RaceDNA - https://racedna.com.au/

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MARC WILSON works professionally with motorcycle riders. Both as a senior coach with the California Superbike School Australasian branch, and operations manager with Steve Brouggy’s Mega organisation that runs track days at Sydney Motorsport Park and Phillip Island race tracks.

The discussion between Jorge and Marc covered a wide range of topics related to motorcycle riding, racing, and track days. They discussed Marc’s entry into motorcycle riding, personal experiences, coaching strategies, and the evolution of ride day operations, including safety improvements and communication adjustments. The conversation also touched on future plans for enhancing rider skills, predictions for upcoming racing seasons, and potential new projects involving BMW bikes and data logging technology.

To follow Marc and his work, check out his social media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/marc.l.wilson

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SC Project Exhausts - https://sc-project.com.au

Kustom Cockpits - https://kustomcockpits.com/

Metzeler Tyres - https://www.metzeler.com/en-au/home

Pirelli Tyres - https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers - https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics - https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia - https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

CSS New Zealand - https://www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz/

Ilmberger Carbon - https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime - https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing - https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension - https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing - https://www.saint.cc

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ON TRACK ACCURACY is the main theme of this Rider Series discussion between Jorge and Chappy (Neil Chappell).

They talked about a bunch of things including new technology on motorcycles, why bikes are limited to 6 gears, and a detailed conversation about being accurate with apexes and lines when riding on track.

Regardless of whether you are new to this form of motorsport, or an old hand at track riding, there should be some ideas here that benefit you all.

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Total Track Bike Hire in NZ, Facebook page information here -https://www.facebook.com/Totaltrackbikehirenz

MiniGP Academy New Zealand -https://www.minigpacademynz.com/

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PRODUCTS WE USE AND SUPPORT

SC Project Exhausts -https://sc-project.com.au

Kustom Cockpits -https://kustomcockpits.com/

Metzeler Tyres -https://www.metzeler.com/en-au/home

Pirelli Tyres -https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-au/motorcycle/homepage

Ricondi Leathers -https://www.raceandroad.com.au

Ride Dynamics -https://ridedynamics.com.au

CSS Australia -https://www.superbikeschool.com.au

Ilmberger Carbon -https://ilmberger-carbon.de/Start.aspx

Jetprime -https://jetprime.com.au

S1K Racing -https://s1000kracing.com.au

Bitubo Race Suspension -https://www.bitubo.com.au/

SA1NT Clothing -https://www.saint.cc

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#trackdays #ridecoach #motoedition #podcast #riderseries #trackcoach