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Rides and Stories

Rides and Stories

Written by: Stuart Hull
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Welcome… to the world of the motorcycle.

A world balanced on two wheels—where engineering meets freedom, and speed meets story.

In this episode, and in the journeys that follow, we explore the machines themselves. The icons. The innovators. The legendary marques—some still thriving, others long since faded into history.

But this isn’t just about metal and machinery.

It’s about the people.

Rides and Stories 2026
Episodes
  • Men of Motorbikes - Bengt Åberg and Giacomo Agostini
    Apr 10 2026

    In this episode, we follow the lives of Bengt Åberg and Giacomo Agostini.

    Åberg—a two-time motocross world champion who did things differently. While most riders left their families behind, Åberg brought his with him, turning the relentless European race circuit into a shared adventure.

    From humble beginnings in Sweden—tinkering with a small Husqvarna—to battling legends like Paul Friedrichs, this episode dives into the grit, persistence, and passion behind his rise to the top. Along the way, it explores the sacrifices of life on the road, the evolution of motocross machines, and the powerful role of family in a sport defined by independence.

    Giacomo Agostini, motorcycling’s most decorated champion. From his early days in Italian hill climbs to global domination with MV Agusta and a bold switch to Yamaha, Ago’s story is one of speed, rivalry, controversy, and relentless ambition.

    With 15 world titles and 123 Grand Prix victories, his record still casts a long shadow over the sport. But beyond the numbers lies a deeper story—of a rider who changed racing forever.

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    16 mins
  • Aermacchi - From Wings to Wheels
    Apr 8 2026

    Before Aermacchi became a name whispered with respect in motorcycle racing paddock. It was written across the sky.

    We’re talking about Aeronautica Macchi - an Italian aircraft manufacturer, building sleek planes in the early 20th century. Precision engineering, lightweight construction, aerodynamic thinking… all born in aviation.

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    8 mins
  • Too Fast for Its Time - The Story of the Ace Motorcycle
    Mar 30 2026

    In the early days of motorcycling, one man set out to build the perfect machine—and nearly did.

    This episode tells the story of William G. Henderson and the legendary Ace motorcycle: a groundbreaking inline-four that redefined speed, refinement, and engineering ambition in 1920s America. From record-breaking rides to financial collapse, it’s a tale of brilliance, risk, and a vision that lived on long after its creator was gone.

    A story of innovation, tragedy… and a machine that was simply ahead of its time.

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    11 mins
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