HeyJaredCanyonChasers Podcast // The Braking Zone
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We Tested the KTM 990 RC R Track vs Street: Is One of These Our Next Track Bike? (opens the original)
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Enter to win the Ducati Monster Plus at https://fanathem.com/canyonchasers Are parallel twins taking over on the track, or is there still no replacement for open-class power? In this episode, we compare the street and track-only versions of the rare KTM 990 RC R. We test how its unique 1,481 mm wheelbase and aggressive rake alter cornering stability, contrast the street bike's wide TFT dash with the streamlined track layout, and break down why the race-prepped version feels so radically differen
The ULTIMATE Motorcycle Tire Guide (Pirelli vs Dunlop vs Bridgestone vs Michelin) (opens the original)
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Enter to win this incredible Ducati Monster: https://fanathem.com/canyonchasers In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about motorcycle tires, comparing Pirelli, Dunlop, Bridgestone, and Michelin. We dive into why Pirelli uses soft carcass construction while Dunlop and Bridgestone rely on stiffer carcasses, how altitude changes affect your tire gauge pressure, and how to properly manage heat cycles on track day slicks. We also explore why designing a single motorcycle headlig
Did Marc Marquez Really Ruin Honda (and Now Ducati)? Engineering vs. Rider Talent (opens the original)
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Enter for a chance to win our 2024 Ducati Monster Plus: https://fanathem.com/canyonchasers We’re back to talk all things motorcycle racing, tech, and riding culture! We kick off with Dave finally taking his dialed-in bike out for a real ride. Then, we dive into the latest MotoGP silly season rumors surrounding Jack Miller’s potential move to World Superbike. From there, we take a deep dive into the state of motorcycle racing: How to fix World Superbike and MotoAmerica Why British Superbike (BSB)
STOP Buying Gore-Tex! (Iceland Test) + 2027 MotoGP Grid Chaos (opens the original)
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We're back from our summer break with a packed show! We start off with a deep dive into an epic riding trip through Iceland aboard the Norton Atlas. Why should you skip expensive Gore-Tex for gear like Alpinestars Drystar? We put waterproof ratings to the ultimate test in soggy North Atlantic weather. Plus, we discuss the brutal reality of dealership floor-space requirements keeping boutique bikes like Norton off showroom floors, and how CFMoto exploited a genius World Superbike homologation loo
Is MotoGP About to Get Boring? + Why I’m Done With Gore-Tex Gear (opens the original)
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We dive headfirst into the chaotic waters of the MotoGP rider market and question whether upcoming technical rule changes—specifically the banning of front ride-height devices—are going to completely ruin the opening-lap action we all love. But first, Dave is packing his bags for a brutal weather forecast in Iceland, where he’ll be riding the highly anticipated Norton Atlas across black sand beaches. This trip serves as the ultimate real-world test for his latest gear configuration, sparking a d
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