JUSTRIDE Podcast

JUSTRIDE

Welcome to JUSTRIDE. Born from real miles, real roads and real friendships in the North East of England, JUSTRIDE is more than a motorcycle podcast - it’s a growing community built around the freedom of two wheels. From Sunday blasts through North Yorkshire and Wales, to Scotland tours, European trips, product reviews, and honest conversations about bikes, kit, routes, and riding life - we bring you along for the journey. 🎙 What You’ll Find Here: - Motorcycle podcast episodes - UK & European ride-outs - Route inspiration - Bike reviews (sports, tourers, adventure & more) - Kit & helmet discussions - Rider safety conversations - Special guests from the motorcycle world - Real-world ownership experiences - Banter between mates who genuinely love riding No ego. No gatekeeping. Just riders who love bikes. 🔔 Subscribe & Join the Ride

  1. Jul 9

    Inside The World’s Most Extreme Motorcycle Tours - Royal Bikers | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.12

    What does it really take to ride a motorcycle through the Himalayas? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we’re joined by our partners Raj and Manish from Royal Bikers who lead motorcycle expeditions through some of the most breathtaking and challenging places on earth. From Ladakh and Spiti to Nepal and Bhutan, Royal Bikers take riders far beyond the usual motorcycle tour. This is about altitude, preparation, resilience, brotherhood, local knowledge and the kind of adventure that changes the way you see yourself. We talk about what riding in the Himalayas actually feels like, why riders need time to acclimatise, what happens when the weather turns, why the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is so well suited to the terrain, and why mental strength matters just as much as riding ability. Raj and Manish also share the story behind the Headlight Foundation, their social impact initiative supporting remote communities in the regions they ride through. This one is about much more than motorcycles. It’s about pushing yourself, respecting the mountains, giving back, and creating stories that stay with you for life. 🏍️ In This Episode: - How Royal Bikers began - Riding through Ladakh, Spiti, Nepal and Bhutan - Why the Himalayas are unlike anywhere else - What riders need to know before travelling to Ladakh - Altitude, acclimatisation and mental resilience - Reaching Umling La at 19,024ft - Why riders become emotional in the mountains - The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 - Riding where Google Maps doesn’t work - The Headlight Foundation - How Royal Bikers and JUSTRIDE are working together Royal Bikers Links: - Website: https://royalbikers.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/royalbikers/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/royal.bikers/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5SE1x1Qt9nRf1E7ehDNzCg 💬 Would you ride the Himalayas? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. 👍 Like, Subscribe and Share if you enjoyed the episode. #JUSTRIDE #RoyalBikers #AdventureMotorcycling #Himalayas #Ladakh #RoyalEnfield #RoyalEnfieldHimalayan #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleTravel #AdventureBike #MotorcycleAdventure #ADVLife #MotorbikeLife #HeadlightFoundation

  2. Jun 18

    One Crash Changed Everything | The Story of ABR Festival - Alun Davies | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.11

    How do you go from a handful of riders meeting in a field… to creating one of the biggest motorcycle festivals in the UK? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Alun Davies, founder of Adventure Bike Rider Magazine and the ABR Festival, to hear the incredible story behind one of motorcycling's greatest success stories. From growing up in the Rhondda Valley and riding a CZ 175 across South Wales, to travelling the world, climbing mountains, riding through Morocco, and building a community that now brings together more than 20,000 riders every year, Alun shares the experiences, adventures and lessons that shaped his journey. We talk about the early days of adventure travel, the crash that led to the creation of Adventure Bike Rider Magazine, the growth of ABR Festival, and why adventure is far more about mindset than location. Along the way there are stories involving mountain summits, Nortons, Morocco, the Himalayas, the Appalachian Trail, serial killers, and one very muddy Bog of Doom... 🏍️ In This Episode: • Growing up riding in South Wales • The CZ 175 that started it all • Riding to Morocco in the 1970s • Creating Adventure Travel magazine • Climbing the Eiger with his son • The crash that inspired Adventure Bike Rider Magazine • How ABR Festival was born • Growing from 40 riders to 20,000+ attendees • Why adventure riding is more accessible than people think • The future of ABR Festival • Incredible stories from a lifetime of travel and exploration 💬 We'd love to hear from you: - Have you ever been to ABR Festival? - What's been your biggest motorcycle adventure so far? - And where would your dream ride take you? Drop your answers in the comments below 👇 ABR Links: - Website: https://www.adventurebikerider.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventurebikerider/ - X: https://x.com/ABRmagazine - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventure_bike_rider/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3W1VGuvIvZDir7v5FA6qyg 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe and Share. #ABRFestival #AdventureBikeRider #AdventureMotorcycling #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorbikeAdventure #AdventureBike #MotorcycleTravel #ADVLife #BMWGS #TriumphTiger #AfricaTwin #Tenere700 #MotorcycleCommunity #Overlanding #MotorcycleLife #MotorbikeLife #AdventureTravel #JustRidePodcast

  3. Jun 11

    The Truth About Motorcycle Gear | Ed from BikerHeadz | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.10

    What actually matters when buying motorcycle gear? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we're joined by Ed from BikerHeadz, someone who's spent more than 30 years working in the motorcycle clothing industry. From riding motorcycles since the age of four to working with some of the biggest names in motorcycle gear, Ed has spent decades helping riders understand what works, what doesn't, and what really matters when it comes to staying comfortable, protected, and enjoying life on two wheels. We dive into the biggest myths surrounding motorcycle clothing, helmets, Gore-Tex, armour, gloves, boots, CE ratings, airbag systems, and the products that are genuinely changing the riding experience. If you've ever wondered whether expensive gear is worth it, if Gore-Tex is really different, or whether riders are buying gear for the right reasons, this episode is for you. 🏍️ In This Episode: - How Ed got his first job selling motorcycle gear as a teenager - Growing up surrounded by motorcycles and racing - Why most riders don't actually buy gear for safety - Carbon helmets explained - The truth about Schuberth, Arai, Shoei and premium helmets - Why Pinlock is both overrated and underrated - Gore-Tex myths and misconceptions - CE armour ratings explained - Airbags, boots and rider protection - The rise of adventure riding - Electric motorcycles and the future of motorcycling - The products Ed genuinely recommends 💬 We'd love to hear your thoughts: - What's the best piece of riding gear you've ever bought? - What's the biggest waste of money you've ever spent on motorcycle kit? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe and Share. #MotorcyclePodcast #MotorcycleGear #BikerHeadz #ABRFestival #AdventureMotorcycling #MotorcycleLife #MotorbikeLife #AdventureBike #MotorcycleCommunity #Rukka #Schuberth #MotorcycleHelmet #MotorcycleSafety #TouringMotorcycles #JustRidePodcast

  4. May 28

    Could This Be The Future Of Motorbikes? - CEO of Avenrà | JUSTRIDE Ep.8

    What happens when lifelong petrolheads ride an electric motorcycle for the first time? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Paul Cummings — CEO of Avenra — to talk about the future of motorcycling, electric bikes, rider safety, and the technology that could completely change the industry. Before recording the podcast, we took the Avenra Evo out for a ride… and honestly, we didn’t expect it to feel like this. But this isn’t just another electric motorcycle. Avenra is developing “Halo” — an advanced rider safety system designed to detect hazards, monitor surrounding vehicles, and even contact emergency services automatically after a crash. Whether you love EVs, hate them, or are somewhere in the middle… this conversation matters. 🏍️ In This Episode - Riding an electric motorcycle for the first time - 0–60 in under 4 seconds - Why the bike can legally be ridden on a CBT - The truth about EV motorcycle range anxiety - Building a UK electric motorcycle brand from scratch - Halo rider safety technology explained - Airbag jackets as standard - The future of electric motorcycles - Why riders are resistant to EVs 💥 Standout Moments - “It just felt like a bike.” - “Wow… I didn’t quite expect that.” - “You can ride that on a CBT.” - “This needs air ambulance.” Avenrà Links: Website: https://rideavenra.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride.avenra/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Avenr... WhatsApp: https://wa.me/443300430351 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Would you ride an electric motorcycle? 👉 What would convince you to switch? 👉 Is this the future of riding? Drop your thoughts below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE

  5. May 2

    The REAL Side of Motorcycling (No Filters) - That Girl Biker | JUSTRIDE Ep.6

    No filters. No polish. Just real bike life. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with ​⁠ - a creator who’s built a following by showing the side of motorcycling most people don’t. From buying a GSX-R 750 before passing her test, to learning through mistakes, breakdowns, and “what have I just done” moments… This is what riding actually looks like. 🏍️ In This Episode - Buying a 750cc bike before even passing a test - Learning to ride during COVID - The terrifying first ride home in a thunderstorm - Nearly crashing in the wet (and why she avoids it now) - Why modern bikes with too much tech can hold riders back - The reality behind social media vs real riding - Fixing bikes yourself (and sometimes making it worse 😂) - Why the biker community feels like it’s changing 💥 Standout Moments - “I cried most of the way home…” - “I didn’t even know how to ride yet…” - “I’ve made things worse trying to fix them” - “This isn’t what bike life really looks like” That Girl Biker Links: - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thatgirlbiker - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@that.girl.biker - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/that.girl.biker - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thatgirlbiker 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Did you learn the hard way on your bike? 👉 Do you trust garages… or do it yourself? 👉 Has the biking community changed? Let us know 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE #Motorcycles #BikerLife #GSXR #MotorcyclePodcast #JustRide #BikeLife

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Welcome to JUSTRIDE. Born from real miles, real roads and real friendships in the North East of England, JUSTRIDE is more than a motorcycle podcast - it’s a growing community built around the freedom of two wheels. From Sunday blasts through North Yorkshire and Wales, to Scotland tours, European trips, product reviews, and honest conversations about bikes, kit, routes, and riding life - we bring you along for the journey. 🎙 What You’ll Find Here: - Motorcycle podcast episodes - UK & European ride-outs - Route inspiration - Bike reviews (sports, tourers, adventure & more) - Kit & helmet discussions - Rider safety conversations - Special guests from the motorcycle world - Real-world ownership experiences - Banter between mates who genuinely love riding No ego. No gatekeeping. Just riders who love bikes. 🔔 Subscribe & Join the Ride