Hi Zach and Spurge! I would like to thank you both for interviewing Peter. Like Spurge, I got a little choked up when I heard he was going to be a guest. I grew up reading his columns in Cycle World and it was great to hear/see him. I’ve been listening to you both for a while and I really enjoy the podcast. Keep up the great work! Ken

Good show. I love bikes so do these guys. Motorcycle exhaust sound game is awesome.

Great interview! I received so much joy reading Leanings over the years. Thank you for having Peter on.

Revzilla encompasses a diverse range of brands and caters to various customers, united by a shared passion for motorcycles. This shared enthusiasm draws people to Revzilla, Cycle Gear, and JP Cycles. Unfortunately, the podcast host’s thinly veiled disdain for American cruisers significantly undermines this spirit. His persistent, albeit clumsy, efforts to mask this aversion not only fail but are counterproductive. It is perhaps wiser to openly acknowledge this bias rather than feign neutrality. Indeed, removing him might restore the inclusive ethos vital to Revzilla’s identity. Moreover, his dismissive attitude toward emerging segments like the "King of the Baggers"—a series that injects new vitality into motorcycle racing—is perplexing and shortsighted. With flat track racing languishing and US road racing circuits floundering, denigrating innovations in the field is not only unsound; it reflects a profound misunderstanding of the current dynamics in motorcycle sports. Contrary to such narrow views, outlets like Cycle World recognize the precarious state of our hobby and lifestyle. They comprehend the importance of embracing rather than criticizing the motorcycles that lead sales in the U.S., understanding that such an approach is not just sensible but necessary for an American company. One would expect a similar level of insight and adaptability from a host representing a brand that claims to celebrate motorcycle culture in all its forms.

For years I have listened to a lot of different podcasts ( political, how to, outdoors etc ) but have found this podcast and accompanying Utube channel my favorite. They are fun and I have learned alot. I am 55 and just took the MSF corse last fall. Bought me a Honda CB300R and have put 1000 or so miles on it. I took motorcycle drivers Ed in high school and don’t know why I never pursued it. I do ride 4 and 3 wheelers. I guess my biggest hurdle has been the wife. For the last two years or so I have been consuming a lot of motorcycle Content on the YouTube’s. She now watches episodes of “ Itchy Boots “ with me. I don’t know if you have done an episode of how to get your spouse onboard of you getting a bike, but seems like a topic a lot could relate too. Your team has great chemistry and the life long friends of Ari & Zach I admire and enjoy there content as well. Thank You Jared Denison Utah

Episode with Peter Egen was one of the best ones!

I’m taking my MSF Saturday! I found y’all looking for information on the triumph 400x. Loved the video’s about it so much I put down a deposit. I finally was able to sit on one and it fits my 6’ 2” 195lbs frame perfect and my Carnival Red 400x is being delivered Friday. Can’t wait to finish my class and start riding. I’m now going through y’all’s entire channel learning lots. Seriously y’all have been a wealth of information. Please keep it up!

On the “Am I an A-Hole” Mr Garvin accidentally stumbled on a million dollar idea!!! He threw out the idea of a “cycle gear” dating app, but you should give that a second consideration! You already have an app, and maybe you found a way to finally make the Rev-It app relevant!

It's really not a bad show! Like if you were thinking of listening to it, but then second guessed yourself because you thought, "I don't know, this looks like it might be a pretty bad show," I think it would find it's not so bad. Like, if you rated this show on a scale of 1 to zebras, it would at least be a komodo dragon, if not a full zebra. The worst thing you have to lose is time, which some argue is maybe your most precious resource? But also, we gotta like drive places, and fold laundry. What else are you gonna be doing? Learning calculus while driving? Gimme a break!

What a great podcast! I love these guys. They’ve been in the motorcycle industry for a long time and it shows. They really know their stuff and are very entertaining! And if that wasn’t good enough, the ads are relevant, funny, and voiced by Zach and Spurg. I can’t stand intrusive ads that break up the listening experience. Thank you Motul for being such a cool sponsor!

I’m a motorcycle curious individual who has been listening to the new episodes with select back episodes mixed in. It’s great content to keep me excited about motorcycles while I get my financials in order so I can buy a bike. But this review isn’t about that. Recently (Season 8, Episode 4?), a Triumph Trident came up on the engine sound guessing game. One of the clues was “this model has been around since the 60’s” and this threw the hosts. I heard them asking each other “But the Trident came out in the 70’s, right?” and saying things like “I guess I was wrong, it must not be a Trident.” I found myself yelling at my stereo “No, the trident DID come out in the 60.” Then, I began to ponder “but wait, I’m no expert — How do I know that?” The answer, of course, was THIS VERY PODCAST. Just a week ago I had listened to Season 3 Episode 2 where the hosts had discussed the history of the Yamaha MT-09 and the Triumph Trident — whose name went back all the way to 1968. These guys have definitely forgotten more about motorcycles than I can hope to ever learn! Excellent podcast; keep it up!

It’s always a good day when a new high side low side episode comes out. I only wish it was more often. These guys are always educating while entertaining with every type of motorcycle related conversation. As a rider since I was 2 on a PW50 with training wheels I still learn new things on here. My question to Spurge and Zach has to do with something all riders have to deal with. That’s stereo types. There are a lot out there but I’m curious if Spurge or Zach do or have ever been in a motorcycle riding club. Personally a few friends and I joke about a club. So one day I created the Moist Handlebars MC Facebook page and it’s been a running joke since. We do use it to organize rides but don’t really take the club thing too seriously. No cuts, tats or patches of any kind. Wait do you guys have big bad biker tats?

Thank you all for such a great show. Fun. Intelligent…mostly… Plus informative. Your voices in my head are better than just my own when I travel long distances…I think you both know what I mean! Lol In all seriousness, when I max out my own quiet helmet therapy time, it’s nice to listen to you all. Now a plug to all of those out there like me who may suffer from PTSD, I find being alone on a long bike ride a great way to listen to and work with my demons. Sometimes it’s just time to reset, and others it’s private time to have a solid “let it all out” cry fest. I have had to pull over more than a few times to get it all out. But after a long trip, especially one that includes camping, and wilderness, I’m ready to return home and be the person I need to be for my family. For me, helmet time equals better mental health. Cheers, Dan B.

Thank you for going on car rides and dog walks! I have owned several Harleys, but have always wanted a Triumph Bonneville, so I appreciate the Bonneville content. Keep up the great work. Some day I will accurately guess an engine sound.

Hey Zac and Spurge, love listening to you guys while I’m on watch on my tugboat dragging freight through the Bermuda Triangle. I just have this job to pay for motorcycles. Listening to your show is the next best thing to riding and all I can do while trapped on this boat with no other bike heads. Makes me miss my little fleet of KTMs a little less or maybe a little more. At any rate, it lets me plan my next ride for when I rotate off.

When I see a new season of high side/ low side pop up on my phone I know that the sweet nectar of riding season is near. Zach and Spurg create an amazing motorcycle atmosphere that makes my time in the garage a blast doing my spring check list for my bikes. Not only do they make excellent motorcycle content, they also add in Star Wars references all the way to have a drinking game.Thank you both for the amazing show. Also a free t shirt would be splendid!

This show has introduced me to someone even more cynical than myself 10/10

I want to give this podcast five stars but, man, it can be so annoying. The trivia game episode could be used to torture prisoners into submission.

I’ve developed a bad habit from school of listening and watching everything from YouTube Videos and sometimes even movies on 2x speed. This is the only show I “suffer” through on 1x speed because I want to experience every moment of it.

Revzilla is putting out great content. These guys know what they’re talking about it’s great they are sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for 2 wheel fun. I love the Common tread videos with Zach and Ari, it reminds me of top gear but for motorcycles. Hey TNT sports how about a show to complement those motogp video rights you just purchased??

I imagine many motorcyclists and former motorcyclists listen to this excellent podcast. Guys - I need the best argument for a return to motorcycling. How could one prove to a spouse that, through employment of extreme moto-discipline, chances of injury are comparable to cycling. Question: What are the fundamentals of superior moto-discipline? There exists a set of behaviors that represent minimum risk, other than just not riding. Maximum dirt usage, full supersuit, helmet, zero alcohol - these are probably a good start. What about a more fundamentalist approaches such as - Dirt bike only? Track days only? Adv 80% dirt life?

First off, thank you Revzilla, for providing such great content, whether on YouTube and the Podcast on Apple. I enjoy listening to both Spurge and Zack. Along with their esteemed guests. For someone who loves motorcycles and adventure. Or anyone remotely interested in learning about motorcycles. This is the channel for you!

Matter can neither be created nor destroyed or put another way you don't get without losing and you don't lose without getting. Your contentment with life depends on where your focus is. What you've gained or what you've lost. When I was younger I often lacked either the time or money to ride what I wanted to ride a ride to where I wanted to go. Now that those constraints no longer exist the physical ability to do as I did then is growing sorter and sorter. While it is more challenging I refuse to give up. One of the things without question that makes my non-riding time far more enjoyable than I would've ever thought possible is listening to the best motorcycle podcast. Indisputable is the fact that you both are extremely knowledgeable and your presentation engaging. Valve adjustments now seem shorter, oil changes less messy and my favorite job in the world of changing brake fluid is now not only tolerable but down right fun. All because now I have your dulcet tones in the background. So in closing I would like to suggest a podcast about dealing with the effects of aging on our favorite hobby. Maybe you could also suggest a track were the bike for somebody with really bad knees. At 6’3” I do not fit on much. Currently I have a modified F800GS as my track bike because my dedicated track bike leaves me crippled at the end of the day. The 800 does fine with the exception of the fact that I'm no longer in the A group because I am a danger to myself and others going so slow. :-)

It’s like listening to old friends in the garage on a Friday night after work. Encyclopedic knowledge of motorcycling, plus they’re not afraid to tell personal stories or gently rib “Log Crusher” Spurgeon Dunbar. Remember to drink if he mentions riding his 2005 Bonneville cross country. His story about his dad’s reaction to riding home on the Bonneville is great — dad silently goes out to the bike and rides it away, then comes back and compliments him on making a wise decision. All of us should have supportive and stoked motorcycle dads! I’m lucky to have one too. Handed me the keys to his 1975 Kawasaki KE125 when I was 16!

This is by far my favorite podcast, and I have a group of four sons who agree wholeheartedly. My 10-year-old in particular gets into the car and asks: “Is there a new high side/low side episode?“. He often explains to me that while he’s not interested in riding a motorcycle on the street (it’s too scary), he really likes the way the podcast teaches us about motorcycles and motorcycle history. He wants to ride on the dirt and has been lobbying for a dirtbike for months. This madness all began a few months ago when my eldest son (17) declared that he was going to obtain and ride a motorcycle. We have no history of motorcycling in our family and this was all new to me in my late 40s. As my son is quickly approaching the age where those kind of decisions are entirely out of my hands, his declaration spurred of flurry of research, which includes, among other things, listening to hs/ls and discussing what we learn. The enthusiasm hasn't waned -- we are planning on taking an MSF course together soon. Meanwhile, the boys have already picked out their preferred styles and even models of motorcycles. Their plans run the gamut, with eldest eyeing naked sport bikes, the middle two divided between European classic motorcycles and american cruisers, and the youngest dreaming of offroad adventures. As for me, I obtained my license and will soon be riding a Triumph Speed 400 to work. The podcast is thoroughly entertaining, but I particularly appreciate the way that definitions and context are provided throughout. That has made the process of learning about this new hobby much more approachable and rewarding. Motorcycles have turned out to be a pretty special way that me and my boys are bonding and the HS/LS podcast has been a big part of it. Thank you!

I have been listening since the Lemmy days! Love the show fellas. There was a significant discussion of how awesome Zack Courts is on the Brap Talk Motorcycle Podcast episode 94. Around the 55 minute mark. They also discussed CTXP and Ari. Sorry Spurg, you were left out. Not really a commenter or reviewer of anything online, but hey, anything for a T-Shirt!! Keep up the great work fellas. And remember, enjoy the ride and safety third!!

From Bonnevilles to Aprilias , the Spurgzakastni born and raised team of two will go down in history !!!! Keep up the great works guys!! As we get deeper into self driving cars and technology the world needs to know and remember how nice it is to here that sweet sweet engine fire up in the fresh morning air as you get ready to take a morning ride down the coast as the ocean waves crash with that tasty salty air running through your helmet !!!!!

Zack and spurge I love the show I found it about 4 years ago after I bought my first street bike a 07 Vulcan 900 custom. I then later went back all the way to season 1 episode 1 and listened to all of them since I spend most of my days driving it’s been great. Any options on the Vulcan 900 custom? I would love to have a shirt to show my step dad who recently got a Ryker 900 due to health issues and not being able to comfortably ride a 2 wheel machine. Thank you guys and keep up the great work and spread of information within the community of riders you guys reach

Im all about this podcast. They offer an excellent variety of creative topics with regard to motorcycling. One of the best of its kind. Like anything, you won’t agree with everything they say, but dang it if it doesn’t make me think deeper about preconceived notions and current themes in the industry.

I look forward to every episode! It makes caging to work tolerable. Is Get On ADV Fest happening in South Dakota this year? I’m ready to register!

This podcast is phenomenal. Many other people have said that Zach and Spurg feel like your moto friends just hanging in the garage shooting the breeze… and it’s absolutely true! The banter is nothing short of hilarious, and even the guests get in on the jokes, which is a testament to how chill and welcoming these guys are as hosts. This is a great resource for the recent~ish goings on in the motorcycling world (shout out to “Not the News”). It’s not always objective (cough cough… KTM fanboy…) ;) but it’s always entertaining and usually served up with a healthy dose of skepticism. Now about my title… The absolute worst part of this podcast is the off season! You’ll get so hooked on this, and listen to the whole catalog, then find yourself re-listening to episodes over and over as you ,not so, patiently wait for the start of the next season. I gets it’s only fair that they unchain you from the podcasting equipment for a break here and there… Keep up the great work you guys!

Listener from beginning, first time reviewer. Just had to comment on a few things as well. Though I actually live my motorcycle life vicariously through Zack and Ari 😁, I appreciate some of the things I have in common with you. I have been eye-ballin 5th gen VFR’s and Superhawks for years. Just about pulled the trigger on a clean 99’ Superhawk this fall. Never ridden one, just have always loved them! Anyway, when it came down to it, it was a 25 yr old bike with little to no aftermarket so no Superhawk. But, I absolutely LOVED the new xsr900 gp! I obviously can’t have that here in the US (booo) therefore, my most anticipated bike of 24’ is the deposit I have down on the red/white xsr900 I can get here. Thanks for great podcast offering comprehensive and very entertaining motorcycle content. Honestly, I don’t really learn anything (enthusiast since a youngster, commuter, road tripper, ADV’er, road racer and MSF rider coach going on 27 yrs) but like others have stated there is nobody at my job to talk to about this stuff (in my 28th yr of being a high school math teacher so maybe a little jealous at times of the fork your road took) so I feel like part of the conversation listening to the podcast. I’ve listened to some twice even. So please keep it going and I’ll keep listening. P.S. my favorite things in addition to my motorcycles are my Fender Strat, Tele Deluxe and my Marshall 🤘🏼. Sorry, never had a Gibson. Also, I try to educate my students about all things motorcycles whenever I can work it in! JT

I’m not really a podcast person, but I’ve always loved bikes. I tried a dozen or so bike related podcasts and this is one of two that stuck. I’ve never been part of a bike community, although I’ve recently have been trying to change that, and listening to these guys really made me feel connected to the bigger world of motorcycles. Huzzah!

Hi Zach and Spurgeon, I’m writing with full regret to inform you that Highside/Lowside has been officially banned in my lab because of me. As a PhD candidate in physics, it happened too many time when my lab mates saw me chuckle while running my experiment so that they thought I finally went crazy because of my project. After explained to them that was because I was listening to your podcast, they agreed that I did go crazy and your podcast is the reason. Even worse, because I was too entertained by the podcast while running the laser, my t-shirt was burnt several holes by the laser. Therefore, your podcast has been banned in my lab to prevent anyone else from going crazy and burning their shirts. However, I truly believe if you can send me a t-shirt, I may be able to show my colleagues that even they can go crazy by listening to your podcast, they can at least get a free t-shirt for burning a few holes in their shirts. By the way, as an international student from China, I feel that your podcast is a great way to learn some English. The speech rate is great, vocabulary is great and pronunciation is also great (maybe). And I’m exciting to see CFMoto in your spectrum and really hope to see more Chinese bike coming up someday. Now I’ve been riding a TU250X from Suzuki, which is a great small bike (bought it after listened to several episodes in your podcast) and am looking forward to try more bikes in the future. So I wish all the best to the podcast so I can still listen to it when I’m ready for my next bike. Actually, I’m writing this comment at the lunar new year’s eve, which shows how much love I have for the podcast. Please keep going and love you both!

Brilliant podcast for motorcycle enthusiasts new and old, thanks Spurg and Zack Silver Fox is always welcome

I’m sure it’s exhausting to constantly pump out new episodes while all of you have full time jobs AND a life. But my sincerest gratitude goes out to everyone involved with this show. Love the content and the good natured people who make it happen. Cheers and hope to continue hearing more episodes! Cheers from the Bay Area!

I listen to several podcasts of varying subjects. Frankly, being informative is the easy part. Having chemistry and making the delivery fun, is the rare and special part. You come across as friends and enthusiasts. Always a great listen and the two hours of Season 8, Episode 1 was fantastic.

I purchased my first bike in 2009 a Honda CB400, and was hit head on by a drunk driver that September. This was in Oklahoma, so the driver didn’t have insurance and I was on the hook for all my medical and vehicle costs. After recovering I wasn’t in a place to purchase another bike and by the time I was, my first daughter was born. My wife and I subsequently decided that motorcycles should wait until later so the unthinkable didn’t happen. In 2023 we finally agreed that a dual sport to ride the back roads to work was an ok option for me. I had completely stayed away from motorcycling so I wasn’t tempted by the forbidden fruit. This left me feeling like an outsider and like I didn’t really belong. I had no friends or family that rode and I hadn’t even looked at a bike in over 10 years. I was a bit nervous and didn’t know where to turn for knowledge and guidance. Then I found Highside / Lowside! You guys are exactly the type of motorcyclists that I would love to hang out with and learn from. I’m not into group riding or biker gangs and I fill like a poser around most bikers. You guys have helped me feel like I belong and that there is a place for me in the community. Thanks for everything you guys are doing and keep it up.

Update. I’ve finally went to Common Tread. Listening to the show makes me want to go buy another bike that’s not an HD. I’ve ridden sport bikes in the past and dirt bikes semi-annually on camping trips but listening to Spurg makes me want to trade my leathers for KLIM and go off roading frequently. But COMMON TREAD IS FULL OF HARLEY CONTENT. I was looking for a 4th bike to add to the Frey. I want speed, reliability, a good value, decent looks, premium components, sub 11K, decent displacement, MT07-9. PS MY T-shirt size is 2x🤣🤣🤣🤣 I’m a fan of air cooled big twins but the looks aren’t in the same category as Italian bikes. My taste are expensive but my wallet is on a Ramen diet. I have been enamored with the looks of the MV Agusta Brutale since it debuted and if I had 50K for a new it would be in a glass case while I ride my Harley Davidson

I am glad you guys are back, being from Minnesota this is one of my few ways besides wrenching to scratch the itch during the off season. I would love to see an episode about which vintage bikes people should get into. I thought this would be a good idea because I have a 1977 Honda goldwing. While this is a great vintage bike, I would NOT recommend this as a first vintage bike due to the many issues they accumulate over the years. A bike such as a 1980 Kawasaki kz750 would be much better to begin with. Air cooled, electronic ignition, simpler bank of carbs, and much easier to access engine components. I think this would be a good episode to bring in Ari, or if you are looking for a vintage bike expert I would be available for a H/S interview ;). All I would ask for in return is a large H/S t shirt. Thanks again for your great work keeping us in the north from going crazy!

I do wish you guys talked less about dual sports and adventure stuff, and talked more about sport bikes, but I still like motorcycles of all kinds One thing about s7e01, the point of the rebel 1100T is the hard bags and fairings are NOT the same as the one you can get as an accessory for the regular 1100. The cowl has different mount point, and the bags I believe are not offered. Also, and most importantly, the 1100T is THE ONLY model that is all black. The 1100 comes in a dual tone gray/black which is inferior to the all black look. 1100T only comes in DCT as well.

Enjoyable show with mostly useful information on motorcycle riding and culture. Fairly deep dives into both living with and loving motorcycle(s). Good for beginners yet, still interesting to seasoned riders. Check it out.

Last night I just finished binge-listening for the past couple of weeks. This is the most helpful, great motorcycle podcast I have found. I love the engine sound guess the motorcycle game. When I came to the end of the podcast last night, I was wondering when/if you’ll were coming back(I was sad). And turn on podcast this afternoon and there you guys are. Sweet! Made my Day. Thank you so much for this. I love everything two wheels, grew up around desert racing, love the 2smokers smell and the sound of hundreds of motorcycles blasting through the desert. Miss those days. Being back around two wheels for work has made me so happy. I needed a quick catch up on motorcycles and you guys did it. Absolutely love this podcast. Thank you, keep up the good work.

5 Stars, mean it😃 Love you guys!! I ride a 2014 VStrom 1000 and a 2006 TW200. Love all Bikes and always enjoy hearing your different takes on them. Looking forward to the next episode! Larry

Not having a lot of friends as into motorcycles as I am means not having great conversations about motorcycles. I almost feel like that’s completely solved by listening to these podcasts.

In the process of binge listening to episodes. I’m new to riding, got my license and few months ago and just got my first bike. You guys set realistic expectations for riding and loved the episode where you talked about the realities of safety. Love that y’all have different experience and different riding preferences. Keep it up, and I’ll keep listening

Yesterday, I asked my teenage daughter why she wastes so much time watching people play a video game on YouTube when she could just go play the video game herself. My wife then reminded me that despite having a brand new motorcycle in the garage, I spend hours a day listening to two men talk about riding motorcycles. Touché.

When I moved to Mexico and asked for a recommendation on what bike to ride to Patagonia, Spurge and Zack were split between the Honda 450L and a Husky 701 enduro. I went with Zack's 701 rec and never looked back. When considering if it was worth it to pay for off road skills training, I took both of their advice and it has paid off enormously. The show is informative as it is entertaining. Now I'm having withdrawals, just as riding season has come to an end. Come guys, get back in the studio! Your legion of Highside / Lowside listeners need you. As an excuse to drink excessively, if nothing else. But seriously, thanks for the great work you guys are doing!

A listener guest makes all the sense in the world. Who wouldn’t want to hear about the motorcycle trials and tribulations of a fellow “mere mortal”. I’ll go one step further and lessen your task of finding such a listener and just volunteer myself as tribute. I’ve been riding since I was 8, starting on dirt bikes and East German two strokes, and now in my 40s I’m riding ADV, street, dual sport, and building questionable electric motocross conversions in my garage. I live in the frozen tundra of the North (Minnesota doncha know), so I bring the added element of seasonal bike withdrawal disorder. Just think about it. I’ll be drinking whiskey and sitting in the sauna anxiously awaiting your email. Cheers, Rowdy

Guys, been listening for a long time. Did the HSLS drinking game once and barely survived. What started out as a joke of “it’s a whole other podcast” I think needs to happen. Just unscripted motorcycle and industry goodness. Thx