Episode 204: The Fantastic Mr. Code * News and banter * Keith Code Interview * Rate the riders Jim Race and Jules Cisek go through some listener email, discuss some news, and argue about fuel capacity limits. Fascinating interview with Keith Code follows. Finally, don't forget to Rate The Riders (send email to 204@motogpod.com). Links this episode: . Twist of the Wrist II DVD: http://www.twistofthewristdvd.com/ . California Superbike School: http://www.superbikeschool.com/ . peter clifford talks to david emmett on motomatters.com: . part 1: http://www.motomatters.com/interview/2009/11/12/peter_clifford_interview_wcm_blata_and_p.html . part 2: http://www.motomatters.com/interview/2009/11/13/peter_clifford_interview_part_ii_how_wcm.html . After the Flag Valencia/GP Awards: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ES6JdpLTaoc . Riders for Health: http://riders.org . International Motorcycle Shows: http://www.motorcycleshows.com/

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Episode 203: A Strange Season Finale * 125/MotoGP/250 reviews * Valencia testing Jules Cisek and Jim Race co-host the Season Finale and all the strange misadventures at Valencia in 125, 250, and MotoGP races. Extra time is spent on the particularly wacky 250 race. We also discuss the post race testing and some interesting news items. Links this episode: * Interview with Davide Tardozii: http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Nov/091106dozzi1.htm * Interview with Ben Spies: http://www.roadracerx.com/features/tuesday-conversation/tuesday-conversation-ben-spies/

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Episode 202: Valencia Preview * Valencia Preview * Eugene Lavery season wrap-up * Turmoil in Ducati management Jim Race and Jules Cisek host this weeks show. Valencia GPs are previewed. Latest news on Livio Suppo and Ducati including breaking news (as much as we can do so at MotoGPod). Topped off with a fantastic interview with Eugene Laverty. Links * ro2 Valencia link (super info): http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2519 * ro2 Valencia images link (will fill slowly so keep checking): http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2521

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Episode 201: Triple Championship Wrapup! * World Superbike Championship! * MotoGP Championship! * World Supersport Championship! * Race wrap-ups and idle chit-chat! Really long call with Jules, Jim and Bob today. Good stuff, covering a lot of great info, news, rumor, idle speculation and outright fabrication! Links this episode: Noriyuki Haga interview on RideOnTwo at http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2510 Rossi's numbers: a fact sheet enumerating his records at http://www.yamaha-racing.com/Racing/motogp/news/newsdetail.jsp?Component=tcm:78-332133&PageTitle=Valentino%20Rossi%20statistics%20following%20his%20ninth%20World%20Champions%20title R1 tank in the tail at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyQRFzLiBFQ#t=1m15s New bike on the grid? Inmotec at http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2009/Inmotec+reveal+MotoGP+plans

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Episode 200: Two Hundred * Philip Island MotoGP, 250, 125 review * Sepang MotoGP preview * WSBK/WSS Portimão Finale preview * Bob! Bob Hayes "guest stars" with Jules Cisek and Jim Race. Bob gives us an update on his Navy career and then we get down to business and talk about GP racing at Philip Island and the upcoming weekend's racing. Links in this episode: * Philip Island photo thread on rideontwo.com: http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2493 * Sepang weather: http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/weekend/MYXX0031?from=36hr_topnav_business

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Episode 199: Down Under * Preview of MotoGP at Philip Island * News and Speculation :) Jim Race and Jules Cisek do a quick preview of MotoGP at Philip Island, talk about silly or maybe not so silly rumours and go over some news. Links in this Episode Dennis Noyes on Rossi/Ducati move: http://moto-racing.speedtv.com/article/noyes-valentinos-seven-year-itch-coming-early/ Wayne Gardner on Stoner absense: http://www.theage.com.au/news/sport/motorsport/gardner-mystified-by-stoner-illness/2009/10/10/1255019653343.html

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Episode 198: Fantastic Finales Formulating * GP Estoril review * WSBK Magny-Cours review * Eugene Lavery interview Jim Race and Jules Cisek answer some listener email, review Estoril GPs, and the WSBK at Magny-Cours: an incredible weekend of racing. Jim Race also interviews Eugene Laverty - a *must* listen. It's a long show but we think you will enjoy it. Links this episode: * RatsMC's MotoTheory: http://mototheory.com/ * La Ducati Day: http://www.norcaldoc.com/LDD2009/

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Episode 197: Post Imola and Pre Estoril * WSBK / WSS @ Imola review * MotoGPod @ Estoril preview * Listener mail Jim Race is back and he and Jules Cisek review the incredible racing in the WSBK series at Imola last weekend. We then do a quick preview of MotoGP @ Estoril. We've got interesting listener emails and then a quick last minute news update. Links this episode: Ben spies interview at soup: http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Sep/090928a11.htm Makoto Tamada crash at Imola: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sdd1oaxZBZY

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Episode 196: The week in 13 minutes * MotoGP Silly Season checkin * News and Reader Email Jules Cisek does the show alone and it's a super short one. Not much in the news and it's been a strange week (this episode was recorded at a bus station in San Francisco o.O). Jules goes over where we're at in the Silly Season for 2010. Is Stoner returning? Simoncelli riding for Aprilia at WSBK Imola? Links this week: FB Corsa bike: http://www.motocorse.com/news/motomondiale/25197_I_dettagli_del_progetto_italiano_FBcorse_in_MotoGP_%E2%80%9CSiamo_davvero_pronti_a_scendere_in_pista%E2%80%9D.php Marco Simoncelli on the RSV4: http://dueruoteinmoto.blogspot.com/2008/11/sbk-test-aprilia-rsv4-superbike.html

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Episode 195: No Racing? No Problem * Listener email: is Moto2 going to thin WSBK ranks? * AFM at Infineon this weekend * Laguna Seca trackday review * What's Yamaha SBK going to do without Ben Spies? * Adam Silver talks about Donington and Day of Champions Jules Cisek and Jim Race host the episode and find plenty to discuss despite the lack of racing. We answer an interesting listener email, discuss Aleix Esparagaro vs. Nicola Canepa, AFM at Infineon, Jules' trackday at Laguna Seca, and what happens if Ben Spies does come to MotoGP next year. We wrap up with Jules talking with Adam Silver about Adam's trip to the Donington MotoGP round and Day of Champions. Links this episode: * Riders of Health: http://riders.org * Adam's Donington videos: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=0CFB6691D63539B4 * Jules' Laguna Seca video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e-cd0rogUo

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Episode 194: The Storm before The Calm * Review of GP racing at Misano * Review of WSBK at Nürbergring Jules Cisek and Jim Race review all the drama filled GP action at Misano as well as WSBK at Nürbergring. Plus some news, shout outs to some folks we forgot to shout out to in Episode 193, and general chit chat. Links this episode: * The Spies Method: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiVCbMlXxNM * MotoGP.com now has a Moto2 section: http://www.motogp.com/en/Moto2 * Hayden interview post-race: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvTF9lagRz0 * Casey Stoner: gone fishin' http://www.ntnews.com.au/article/2009/09/08/82571_ntnews.html * Spies on the 'Ring races: http://www.onthethrottle.com/content/view/329/1/

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Episode 193: Indianapolis Wrapup * The Indy Mile * MotoGP, 250s, 125s * Interviews with Gabor Talmacsi, Aleix Espargaro, and Herve Poncheral * A chat with a fan about the psychology of ego * Misano GP and Nürbergring WSBK mini-previews * A message from Bob! Jules Cisek and Jim Race debrief after Indy. Jim schools Jules on dirt track racing stuff. We discuss the weather and the racing at the Indianapolis GP. Jules interviews Gabor Talmacsi, Aleix Espargaro, and Herve Poncheral as well as a fan at a Pole Position dinner who has a very interesting take on the psychology of ego and emotional intelligence and how it applies to modern riders. We then do a mini preview of the Misano round of MotoGP and WSBK is back at the Nürbergring. And finally a message from Bob Hayes. Links this week: * A sampling of photos Jules took over the weekend: http://www.flickr.com/photos/popmonkey/sets/72157622049052203/ * The complete photo thread at rideontwo: http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2411 * Lorenzo's Captain America shield auction on Ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190332432758#ht_500wt_1132 * Indy Mile video by Jules: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uesfZUjMbVw * GPWeek #61: http://www.gpweek.com/PDF/GP061.pdf

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Episode 192: The Silliest Season * Final pre-Indy GP show * Who goes where for 2010 scenarios Jules Cisek and Jim Race host the final pre-indy show and we spend most of the time talking about who's going to be where next year which has been tied directly to where Jorge Lorenzo and Casey Stoner end up. We explore the remaining scenarios and where the jigsaw puzzle pieces may fall. Going to Indianapolis? MotoGPod and MotoGPMatters are having a joint meet'n'greet at the Pagoda on the yard of bricks on Saturday, August 29 at noon. Hope to see you there! No links this episode

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Episode 191: Wonderful Chaos with Jim and Liam * Brno wrapup * Catching up with Motoliam * Interview with Michael Laverty * Indy meetup - minor time change Jules Cisek and Jim Race are joined by guest host Liam Schubert to talk about Brno. Jim Race interviews Michael Laverty. But first we wrench on a Honda with Liam. We squeeze some opinions on the Silly Season. We make fun of Bautista. Jim and Liam make fun of Jules. It's all over the place chaos but it's great stuff. Big long show. Hope you enjoy. Indy meetup rescheduled for 15 minutes earlier: Saturday at noon still on the yard of bricks in front of the Pagoda. See you there! WARNING: a little bit of cussing in this show... This show is being posted way late. Sorry about that. A pickle with Jules' motorcycle Thursday night meant no time to do the final edit. Links this episode: * Bautista flipee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKWfi5imcSw (might not be available in some areas due to copyright)

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Episode 190: Dazed and Confused * Stoner to miss 3 rounds * Brno Preview Jules Cisek and Jim Race co-host and we talk about Casey Stoner's withdrawal from MotoGP for the next 3 rounds. We then attempt to talk about other stuff, like the upcoming racing at Brno and Silly Season which is now in full swing. Sorry about the echo on Jules' side - the usual microphone wasn't working so he had to use the crappy one in his laptop. Links: Livio Suppo squashes Stoner rumours: http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/sport/sportresults/MotoGP/2009/August/aug1309-brno-motogp-ducati-boss-rubbishes-casey-stoner-rumours/ GPWeek: http://www.gpweek.com - Issue 58: http://www.gpweek.com/PDF/GP058.pdf motoGPmatters.com interview with Herve Poncheral: part 1: http://www.motogpmatters.com/news/2009/08/09/herve_poncharal_marathon_interview_part_.html part 2: http://www.motogpmatters.com/interview/2009/08/10/herve_poncharal_marathon_interview_part_.html part 3: http://www.motogpmatters.com/interview/2009/08/11/herve_poncharal_marathon_interview_part_.html part 4: http://www.motogpmatters.com/interview/2009/08/12/herve_poncharal_marathon_interview_part_.html

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Episode 189: Here comes Silly Season * Eugene Laverty interview * Jorge Lorenzo staying at Yamaha (?) * Mat Mladin retires No races this past weekend so Jules Cisek and Jim Race talk about the state of The Silly Season but not before Jim chats with Eugene Laverty as the Supersport season winds down. We also discuss Mat Mladin's retirement and go off on a few tangents as usual. Links this episode: Eugene Laverty online: http://eugenelaverty.com/ Andrew Wheeler's photo tribute to Mat Mladin: http://automotophoto-andrew-wheeler.blogspot.com/2009/07/mat-mladin-is-retiring-end-of-era.html GPWeek: http://gpweek.com Peter Lenz video podcast: http://peterlenz.com/podcasts/ Chris Vermuelen on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/chrisvermeulen82

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Episode 188: Wacky Swansong for Donington and Drama at Brno * Adam Silver talks with Michael Scott * Jim and Jules discuss MotoGP Donington and WSBK at Brno Really good show today. We start off with Adam Silver talking to Michael Scott in the Donington paddock. Then Jules Cisek and Jim Race discuss the MotoGP race at Donington, a very wacky affair, followed by a WSBK's at Brno. Enjoy! Links this episode: Michael Scott's project: http://www.gpweek.com Julian Ryder's Donington thoughts: http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Jul/090725rydernotes.htm http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Jul/090730a.htm Andrew Wheeler and JL99's M1: http://automotophoto.com/misc/LORENZO_MOTOGPGB_ALW_5779.jpg

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Episode 187: The Sausagering! * Lorenzo honda/yamaha mystery * Sachsenring review * Mini Donington preview Jules Cisek is joined by Jim Race to cover for Chief Petty Officer Select Bob Hayes this week. We discuss the Jorge Lorenzo honda/yamaha ruminations, review the incredible race at Sachsenring, and do a quickie preview of Donington. Some audio quality issues this week, no time to correct so apologies. Links this episode MotoGP crash tally from ro2's RG500IU: http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=38657#38657 jules' photos from laguna: http://gallery.popmonkey.com/v/ducmonkey/0907usgp

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Episode 186: Vorschau auf die Rennen auf dem Sachsenring! * Der Sachsenring Preview mit Jules!! * Bob was selected for chief! This show was a bit of a rush job. Bob and Jules did an excellent call, but when Bob tried to edit the call, the phone would not stop ringing because Bob was miraculously selected for Chief Petty Officer. This has still not quite sunk in, and the podcast reflects this. But it's a great call and you should take a listen!! Links this episode: Jules' awesome Laguna Seca photos at http://gallery.popmonkey.com/v/ducmonkey/0907usgp Francisco Hernando on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdDqv3oG23I (in Spanish, but I caught some of it...) Pasini and Canepa article at MotoGPMatters at http://www.motogpmatters.com/news/2009/07/15/the_pasini_team_toth_saga_part_2_bikes_m.html A sneak peak at the future of MotoGP broadcasts at http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2009/MotoGP+broadcasts+future+in+3D Soup article about DMG Tries To Explain Safety-Cargate at http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Jul/090707sbpc.htm

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Episode 185: Disjointed Laguna Review! * Peter and Michael Lenz Interview! * On the Spot with Bob, Jules, and Lee! * Laguna Seca Review! Wow. What a weekend. Links this episode: Riders for Health at http://www.riders.org Flip Video Camcorder at http://www.theflip.com Jules Photos on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/popmonkey?hiq=jules%2Ccisek#/popmonkey?v=photos&viewas=1363597466 Jules website at http://photo.popmonkey.com (photos not quite there yet and it's Flash....I'm so disappointed) Matt and Inna's Way Cool Trip Down South at http://chronotonic.com/southernexposure/

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Episode 184: Run And Gun Laguna Preview! * Bob and Jules talk about WSBK at Donington and MotoGP at Assen * Very brief Laguna preview * Jules interviews Randy Mamola! * Jim interviews Leon Haslam! * Meet and greet at Laguna, Saturday at noon at the scoring tower! A super quick show this week while Bob and Jules get ready to ride down to Laguna Seca for the Day of Stars and MotoGP weekend. Some really good stuff in this show, chatting about WSBK at Donington, MotoGP at Assen, and interviews with Randy Mamola and Leon Haslam! Links this episode: Riders for Health at http://www.riders.org Pole Position Travel at http://www.polepositiontravel.com/index.htm?affiliate_id=74 Power Sport Dynamic Turn 5 Chalet at Red Bull US Grand Prix at http://powersportdynamic.metromedia1.com/

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Episode 183: Misano - Assen - Donington * Riders for Health event in California * WSBK Misano review + MotoGP Assen / WSBK Donington preview * Update on Peter Lenz This week Jules Cisek talks with Adam Silver about the Riders for Health events, a fundraiser tomorrow in Redwood City, California and about the Day of Stars at Laguna Seca the following week. Jules and Jim Race then go over the WSBK and WSS races at Misano and preview MotoGP Assen and WSBK Donington plus some other stuff. Finally Jules talks with Michael Lenz about Peter's recovery from his crash at PIR on May 31st. Links This Episode: Day of Stars: http://www.dayofstars.org/ Riders for Health Fundraiser at MDK Motorsports: http://psn.mdkmoto.com/custompage.asp?pg=ridersforhealth Peter Lenz homepage: http://www.peterlenz.com/ Peter Lenz facebook fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Peter-Lenz/70479071698 MotoGP racers ride the TT Museums rarest bikes: http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2009/MotoGP+stars+enjoy+classic+demonstration+ride Misano WSBK image thread at http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2332

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Episode 182: Catalunya Crazy * Catalunya Wrapup * Isle of Man TT * Interview with Brains Jules Cisek and Jim Race fill in for Bob and talk about the excellent race we had in Catalunya. We also talk a little about the Isle of Man TT and the TTXGP Zero Emissions race. Finally, two short interviews Jim did with Eugene Lavererty's chief, Brains. Enjoy! Links this episode: Bridgestone on asymmetric tires used at Catalunya: http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2009/Bridgestone+give+details+on+test+tyre IOMTT 2009: http://www.iomtt.com/TT-2009.aspx Catalunya MotoGP images: http://www.rideontwo.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2321

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