JUSTRIDE Podcast

She Couldn’t Find The Right Motorcycle Jacket…So She Made One - Linda-Jean Belvedere | JUSTRIDE Ep.9

Linda Belvedere grew up around motorcycles, riding with her dad and dreaming of owning a Ducati. Years later, after working in the motorcycle industry and seeing first-hand how limited the options were for women riders, she decided to do something about it. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, Linda shares her journey from Honda employee to founder of LJ Moto Fashion, a motorcycle clothing brand designed by a rider, for riders. In this episode: - Growing up around motorcycles - Learning to ride in Switzerland - Why women's motorcycle gear often misses the mark - Starting a motorcycle clothing brand from scratch - The challenges of launching a product business - Ducati ownership and Alpine riding - Women in motorcycling - Building a business in a male-dominated industry Whether you're a rider, entrepreneur, or someone thinking about getting into motorcycling, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. Linda's Links: Website: https://ljmotofashion.com/ [https://ljmotofashion.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lj_motofashion/ [https://www.instagram.com/lj_motofashion/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ljmcfashion [https://www.facebook.com/ljmcfashion] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linda-jean-women-s-motorcycle-fashion-ltd/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/linda-jean-women-s-motorcycle-fashion-ltd/] YouTube:  @lj_motofashion  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCz8BAHauGlTlAPIxVd6BNPA] Drop your thoughts below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE

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/ [https://rideavenra.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride.avenra/ [https://www.instagram.com/ride.avenra/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Avenr [https://www.facebook.com/people/Avenr]... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3piRTF5bnJGbzFwVlQwNS10R1FpbG52ZmtCUXxBQ3Jtc0tsQ2tXMmo4Y2M1S3dCRmJJSXFpNmhvWmFYOHZyODgxNXE1dF9CeG05bW5IVElEUkQwbmpFaVppZ1NzaTIwVzZVbzdPd0xjWTV5X3M5OVhlQUVVYVlQU2dFY0E4S0tsSTBCQW93NWxWOGotOG5rRHBEOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpeople%2FAvenr%25C3%25A0-EV%2F61580228986537%2F&v=3rOVQ_eC_og] WhatsApp: https://wa.me/443300430351 [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

He Spent 25 Years Inside The Motorcycle Industry - Gareth Bright | JUSTRIDE Ep.7

What does it take to launch motorcycles around the world? In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Gareth — former Triumph global events manager and founder of Woodcote Events — to talk about 25 years inside the motorcycle industry. From launching bikes in Morocco and working inside the MotoGP paddock… to managing international press events, Ducati roadshows, and premium motorcycle experiences across the UK. This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories from one of the most experienced people in the business. 🏍️ In This Episode: - 25 years in the motorcycle industry - Inside Triumph’s Moto2 & MotoGP launch - Running global motorcycle press launches - What journalists & influencers don’t see - Ducati, Royal Enfield & ABR Festival - Motorcycle trends & the future of riding - The reality of managing large-scale bike events - Favourite roads, favourite bikes & dream motorcycles Gareth's (Woodcote Events) Links: Website: https://www.woodcote-events.com/ [https://www.woodcote-events.com/] YouTube:  @woodcoteevents2391  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCq8R6Hx3Ln9n7tOgX6Rf6yw] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodcoteevents [https://www.instagram.com/woodcoteevents] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodcoteevents [https://www.facebook.com/woodcoteevents] 🎙️ JUSTRIDE Podcast — real conversations around motorcycles and motorcycle culture. 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE

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 [https://youtube.com/@thatgirlbiker] - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@that.girl.biker [https://www.tiktok.com/@that.girl.biker] - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/that.girl.biker [https://www.instagram.com/that.girl.biker] - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thatgirlbiker [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

From Beginner at 42 to Leading Motorcycle Tours Worldwide - Maja Kenney | JUSTRIDE Podcast Ep.5

She didn’t start riding until 42… Now she leads motorcycle tours across Europe. In this episode of the JUSTRIDE Podcast, we sit down with Maja Kenney — a rider who completely reinvented her life through motorcycles. From hitchhiking across Scandinavia at 18… To building businesses in the UK… To discovering motorcycling later in life and turning it into a full-time adventure career. 🏍️ In This Episode - Starting motorcycling at 42 years old - Riding solo across Europe for the first time - Building a motorcycle tour business from scratch - Leading groups across Scandinavia, Europe & the US - The reality of managing riders and group dynamics - Off-road riding, fear, and pushing limits - The accident that nearly stopped everything… - And why she’s determined to get back on the bike 💥 Key Moments - “I knew my leg was broken…” - From Ducati dreams to adventure riding - Turning lockdown into a new business - 3-week tours to the Arctic Circle - Why riding is like meditation on two wheels 💬 Join the Conversation 👉 Would you start riding later in life? 👉 Solo travel or group tours? 👉 Road or off-road? Let us know below 👇 👍 Like 🔔 Subscribe 🏍️ JUSTRIDE