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Motorcycle travel roundtable discussions with ARR RAW is a spin-off from the very popular Adventure Rider Radio Podcast and Radio Show.

This monthly ADV motorcycle podcast is hosted by Adventure Rider Radio’s Jim Martin with co-hosts, Sam Manicom, Grant Johnson, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix and Michelle Lamphere. The show also has occasional guests.

Adventure Rider Radio RAW Motorcycle Roundtable Talks

For many people, a long motorcycle trip or a journey around the world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It may be their first adventure, or it could be the only trip they ever get to take. While many are content to go solo, some prefer to travel with a partner—whether for companionship, security, or other reasons. This partner could be a good friend, a relative, or a life partner. Or they might need to find someone to join them on their adventure. Choosing a riding partner may just be one of the most important aspects of their travel plans. So, what are some things to consider in a riding partner?

Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio.

Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes once a month on RAW, packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show.

Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram.

Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. 

Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

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107: How to Choose a Riding Partner for a Long Trip

Motorcycle travel involves eating, sleeping, and finding a place to “go”—the true trifecta of adventure. Sometimes, choices feel like a gamble, ranging from gourmet dining to street food that might challenge you later, and from luxurious hotel rooms to campsites that turn out to be gravel pits. Bathrooms? You’ll encounter everything from lavish bidets to bushes that test your creativity. Eat, sleep, poop. It’s messy, unpredictable, and unforgettable.

Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in theshow notes on Adventure Rider Radio.

Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every month, packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show.

Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram.

Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. 

Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Join our newsletter: Stay updated with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

108: Eat, Sleep, Poop - Motorcycle Travel Essentials - No Getting Around it

Fear is a natural part of adventure motorcycling, but how we handle it can make all the difference. On this episode of RAW, the panel digs into the fears many riders face—riding solo, tackling tough terrain, getting lost, dealing with mechanical issues and more—and how to manage them. We’ll talk about when fear protects you versus when it holds you back, how to build confidence through training and preparation, and the mental tricks that help in the moment. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting your adventure travel journey, this conversation is packed with insights to help you push past doubt and ride with more confidence.

Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes.

Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every month, packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

Leave a review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show.

Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram.

Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. 

Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today’s episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow.

Join our newsletter: Stay updated with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.

109: Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt in Motorcycle Travel

This month on RAW, we’re talking about how travelers around the world are using different communication tools—from WhatsApp to Signal—and how tech like drones, SAT devices, and new gear is shaping the way we explore.

🔗 Show Notes & Links:
Find photos, links, and resources related to this episode on our website at Adventure Rider Radio.

🎧 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode:
We release new episodes of RAW on the 21st of every month—full of inspiring stories, expert advice, and insight from the world of adventure motorcycling. Hit subscribe so you never miss out!

💡 Got an Idea?
Have a guest suggestion or topic you’d love us to cover? We’d love to hear from you! Drop us an email through our website.

⭐️ Leave a Review:
Enjoying the show? A 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app goes a long way in helping others discover the show.

📱 Follow Us:
Join our growing community on Facebook and Instagram. Let’s stay connected!

🙌 Support the Show:
Love what we do? Help keep the adventure alive by supporting us. Your contribution allows us to keep bringing you great content week after week.

📤 Share the Show:
Know someone who would enjoy this episode? Share it with them! Word of mouth helps us grow and reach more riders around the world.

📬 Join Our Newsletter:
Be the first to hear about new episodes, bonus content, and more! Sign up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio.

🙏 Thanks for Listening!
We truly appreciate you being part of our adventure community. Until next time—ride safe and keep exploring!

110: Communication and Gear for the Modern Moto Traveler

In this episode, our co-hosts face off in a friendly storytelling showdown, sharing their wildest, weirdest, and most unforgettable moments from the road. From scary wildlife run-ins to border crossings gone sideways, you'll hear true tales that are hilarious, cringeworthy, and totally relatable.

🔗 Show Notes & Links:
Find photos, links, and resources related to this episode on our website at Adventure Rider Radio.

🎧 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode:
We release new episodes of ARR every week on Thursday and of RAW on the 21st of every month—full of inspiring stories, expert advice, and insight from the world of adventure motorcycling. Hit subscribe so you never miss out!

💡 Got an Idea?
Have a guest suggestion or topic you’d love us to cover? We’d love to hear from you! Drop us an email through our website.

⭐️ Leave a Review:
Enjoying the show? A 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app goes a long way in helping others discover the show.

📱 Follow Us:
Join our growing community on Facebook and Instagram. Let’s stay connected!

🙌 Support the Show:
Love what we do? Help keep the adventure alive by supporting us. Your contribution allows us to keep bringing you great content week after week.

📤 Share the Show:
Know someone who would enjoy this episode? Share it with them! Word of mouth helps us grow and reach more riders around the world.

📬 Join Our Newsletter:
Be the first to hear about new episodes, bonus content, and more! Sign up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio.

🙏 Thanks for Listening!
We truly appreciate you being part of our adventure community. Until next time—ride safe and keep exploring!

111: Scary, Painful and Downright Gross Motorcycle Stories

Everyone loves to talk about the thrill of motorcycle travel, but no one warns you about the hard parts. The grind. The doubts. The aches you didn’t see coming. In this episode, we’re cutting through the hype and getting real about what the road throws at you. Think you’re ready? Listen first.

🔗 Show Notes & Links:
Find photos, links, and resources related to this episode on our website at Adventure Rider Radio.

🎧 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode:
We release new episodes of ARR every week on Thursday and of RAW on the 21st of every month—full of inspiring stories, expert advice, and insight from the world of adventure motorcycling. Hit subscribe so you never miss out!

💡 Got an Idea?
Have a guest suggestion or topic you’d love us to cover? We’d love to hear from you! Drop us an email through our website.

⭐️ Leave a Review:
Enjoying the show? A 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app goes a long way in helping others discover the show.

📱 Follow Us:
Join our growing community on Facebook and Instagram. Let’s stay connected!

🙌 Support the Show:
Love what we do? Help keep the adventure alive by supporting us. Your contribution allows us to keep bringing you great content week after week.

📤 Share the Show:
Know someone who would enjoy this episode? Share it with them! Word of mouth helps us grow and reach more riders around the world.

📬 Join Our Newsletter:
Be the first to hear about new episodes, bonus content, and more! Sign up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio.

🙏 Thanks for Listening!
We truly appreciate you being part of our adventure community. Until next time—ride safe and keep exploring!

112: Stuff They Don’t Tell You About Motorcycle Travel

ADVENTURE RIDER RADIO motorcycle podcast presenter, Jim Martin, brings together an eclectic group of passionate motorcyclists for round table discussions on motorcycle travel. Each month, from around the world, the ARR RAW panel meets to discuss an array of topics and to answer listener questions. 

The RAW travel panel includes your host and producer RAW and Adventure Rider Radio, Jim Martin, and panelists, Grant Johnson (Horizons Unlimited), Sam Manicom (Into Africa), Graham Field ( In Search of Greener Grass), Brian Rix and Shirley Hardy-Rix (The Long Way to Vladivostok).

ARR RAW is an unscripted round table style podcast on motorcycle travel, hosted, edited and mixed by Jim Martin. Produced by Elizabeth Martin and Jim Martin.

Adventure Rider Radio and RAW are the longest-running adventure motorcycle and travel podcasts and we remain committed to bringing you new and exciting episodes every Thursday.

Never miss an episode, be sure to FOLLOW the show on your favourite podcast app.

Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

If you can, we’d love to get your support, please visit the Support page on our website.

Thank you for listening!

1: Premiere RAW Episode: Moto Travel and Exploration

We talk about bribes—whether it's a good idea or not, and how to handle situations where you're asked for one without spending too much. Then, we discuss how wearing flashy, expensive gear might change how people treat you while traveling and if it affects border crossings. We also touch on the importance of medical coverage for travelers, what you really need, and how to avoid common mistakes when buying insurance. Finally, we share tips on trusting foreign hospitals and picking the right hotel if you get sick during your trip.

Adventure Rider Radio and RAW are the longest-running adventure motorcycle and travel podcasts and we remain committed to bringing you new and exciting episodes every Thursday.

Never miss an episode, be sure to FOLLOW the show on your favourite podcast app.

Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

If you can, we’d love to get your support, please visit the Support page on our website.

Thank you for listening!

2: Bribes, Bling and Medical Coverage for Travellers

Understanding what counts as an emergency is crucial. Devices like SPOT and InReach let you call for help and alert others about your situation, potentially saving your life. But when do you really need rescue versus just some assistance? We discuss different methods for handling emergencies and consider how some countries charge for search and rescue. Planning ahead, like getting to know people on forums, could be helpful in areas where rescue costs money or isn't readily available. Additionally, we talk about micro adventures for those with limited time and tight budgets, exploring the best destinations for the most rewarding experience without breaking the bank.

Adventure Rider Radio and RAW are the longest-running adventure motorcycle and travel podcasts and we remain committed to bringing you new and exciting episodes every Thursday.

Never miss an episode, be sure to FOLLOW the show on your favourite podcast app.

Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

If you can, we’d love to get your support, please visit the Support page on our website.

Thank you for listening!

3: Adventure Rider Radio RAW Show - Is it an Emergency, Micro Adventures & Best Economical Destinations

The discussion covers a few key topics related to motorcycle travel. Firstly, there's the practice of lane splitting and filtering, which is common in many countries but not allowed in the US and Canada. We talk about the safety aspects and how to handle it if you encounter it in other places. Then, we discuss basic repair skills and tools you should have in case of a breakdown, like changing a tire or adjusting the chain. Lastly, we touch on wildlife encounters, including potential dangers and ways to stay safe, like carrying sprays or deterrents.

Adventure Rider Radio and RAW are the longest-running adventure motorcycle and travel podcasts and we remain committed to bringing you new and exciting episodes every Thursday.

Never miss an episode, be sure to FOLLOW the show on your favourite podcast app.

Have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you!

If you can, we’d love to get your support, please visit the Support page on our website.

Thank you for listening!

4: Lane Splitting & Filtering, Essential Repair Skills & Tools and Wildlife Encounters

Motorcycle Travel Discussions with some of the world’s most experienced moto adventurers and authors. On this episode the hosts have to pull together to find the missing Grant first. Then they discuss multi climate moto clothing, adventure snobs, automatic transmission motorcycles, language barriers, and micro adventure trips. And all the while, Jim faces his own challenges at the recording end of RAW. Funny, entertaining and educational! 

 
Featuring Grant Johnson, Brian Rix, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Sam Manicom, Graham Field and Jim Martin.

 
For more on this episode and ARR RAW hosts, go to our website at https://www.adventureriderradio.com/arr-raw

 
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Downtown by: Bensound
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ROCKER (AC/DC STYLE)
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ROCKER (AC/DC STYLE)
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29: Motorcycle Travel Talks - Weed Wackers, Helicopters and Where’s Grant?

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