In this episode Randy and I are at the Sho-Me bike show in Sedalia Missouri. We talk with Rick Yeager, an old-time motorcycle enthusiast and former owner of Yeager;s Cycle Sales in Sedalia. We talk about the Sedalia Motorcycle Association, some of the unusual bikes at the show and so much more.

Random Thoughts From The Road - A Motorcycle Podcast

The 2022 Sho-Me bike show in Sedalia Missouri.

In this episode Randy and I talk about some of the bikes in the 2022 Harley Davidson line up, what we like and don’t like. Also our featured ride, the Eureka Springs Loop, a 25 mile ride in northwest Arkansas. And of-course, random babbling nonsense.

The new 2022 Harley Davidson line-up and more...

 In this episode Randy and I talk with world famous custom bike builder Curly Waugaman from Curly’s Inc. We chat it up about his humble beginnings, what he’s into now, and his thoughts on future motorcycle trends.

A conversation with custom bike builder Curly Waugaman from Curly’s Inc.

 In this episode Randy and I talk about a Christmas eve night ride with his son Carter, what Santa brought us (or didn’t bring us) and of course our signature random babble. Also we discuss our featured ride the Mansfield to Forsyth ride in Missouri.

A Christmas eve night ride, upcoming event and other nonsense.

 In this episode Randy and I have a conversation with the owner of F-Bomb Baggers custom bike shop. We learn about his humble beginnings, and what his take is on the popularity of “Big Wheel” baggers, audio for your bike, and of course, all of the other nonsense that randomly pops into our heads.

A conversation with Tony “Juice” from F-Bomb Baggers

In this episode Randy and I cuss and discuss about the idea of going from two wheels, the three. Plus, motorcycles and music, what is the latest in sound systems for bikes. Also, we talk about our featured ride, the Ironton to Eagleton loop ride in Missouri.

Thinking about changing to a trike? We have some thoughts about that.

In this episode Randy and I babble on about the 2021 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Revival. The first of their new and extremely limited Icons Collections. Also, we talk about our featured ride, the Hartville to Houston ride in Missouri, as well as some of the better larger roads in the Ozarks.

The new Harley Davidson Electra Glide Revival. A modern reproduction of the 1969 classic.

In this episode Randy and I talk about a new bike build project that is rolling around in his demented mind. We debate different ideas about Cholo or Bulldog style bikes. Also, we talk about the Ozark Moonshine run in Arkansas. Something that’s near and dear to Randy’s heart. (The Moonshine, not running).

To build a Cholo or Bulldog style bike… That is the question.

In this episode Randy has the day off, but I head to Barn House Harley Davidson in Jefferson City Missouri where we talk about the new Livewire, the Pan America and what’s coming up in 2022. Also we have a new sponsor!

The Harley Pan America, Livewire and what's new in 2022

In this episode Randy and I head to the Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest and have a big time. But, as occasionally happens when you’re having a great time, Gremlins sometimes have the final say… Little Bastards!

Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest… Sort of.

In this episode Randy and I talk about the world of vintage motorcycle racing. Everything from drag racing on sandy beaches, the revival of board track style racing, hill climbing and more.

Vintage Motorcycle Racing

In this episode we talk “Tech Talk”.  Randy and I discuss the virtues of the Harley Davidson’s ‘97 to ‘06 twin cam motors and their unique quirks. Also we talk about the 71 mile Eminence to Pilot Knob ride in Missouri.

Harley’s twin cam motors – The good the bad, and the ugly.

In this episode we talk about how Honda changed the world with the “You meet the nicest people on a Honda” ad campaign. And of course we talk about the joy of riding motorcycles in the Ozarks.

How Honda changed the motorcycling world forever.

In this episode Randy & I talk about the difference between torque and horsepower, how to get more of each, and what will best fit your riding style. And of course we talk about the ride of the week, the 112 mile Jesse James Getaway ride in Missouri.

The difference between torque and horsepower, and this weeks featured ride is the 112 mile Jesse James Getaway ride in Missouri.

In this episode Randy & I talk about the motorcycle chase race that recently came through the Ozarks. A vintage motorcycle race that features bikes from 1930 thru 1960. And of course we talk about the ride of the week, the 82 mile Norfork to Yellville ride in Arkansas.

The Chase vintage motorcycle race “Secrets of the Ozarks”, and this weeks featured ride is the 82 mile Norfork to Yellville ride in Arkansas.

Welcome to Random Thoughts from the Road. A podcast all about motorcycles and cruising in the Ozarks of Missouri and Arkansas.