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In this episode, we dive into the Harley-Davidson RIDE 365 mileage program—an initiative designed to elevate your riding experience all year round! Join us as we explore the program's exciting features that make it more than just a record of your miles

Discover how RIDE 365 allows motorcycle enthusiasts to log their miles, earn exclusive rewards, and engage with fellow Harley-Davidson riders. We highlight the different tiers of rewards available, plus, we talk about the personal milestones and challenges riders can set for themselves, creating a sense of achievement and motivation to keep riding.

We also provide practical tips for maximizing your participation in the program, including how to sync your bike with the RIDE 365 app, track your progress, and stay motivated throughout the year.

Whether you’re a long-time member of the Harley-Davidson family or just considering your first ride, this episode will inspire you to hit the road, connect with other riders, and make the most of every mile.

Don't forget to subscribe and share your thoughts with us—we want to hear about your riding adventures too!

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In this exciting episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with the recently announced Bagger World Cup rider, Archie McDonald! As he gears up for his thrilling debut in the inaugural Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup, Archie shares his journey to this incredible opportunity at just 19 years old, racing for Joe Rascal Racing in Australia.
Join us as we dive into the events that paved the way for Archie’s rise in the racing world, from his early inspirations to the challenges he faced along the way. Expect plenty of laughs and engaging banter as we discuss what it means to be a young rider in a competitive environment, especially with the clock striking 2 am UK time during our recording! Whether you're a racing enthusiast or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes in the world of motorcycle sports, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

Chapters

00:00 – Introductions
02:50 – Archie McDonald Intro
07:26 – First time on a Bagger
10:01 – Difference in the bikes
13:52 – Bagger training
16:20 – Mental preparation
18:16 – No motorcycle licence
21:03 – Rider safety
24:36 – World travel for the racing
28:23 – World at his feet
32:00 – Superstitions
35:19 – Welcome to Joe Rascal Racing
43:04 – Haribo on a bagger
44:16 - Farewells

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In this episode, we dive into the incredible world of the Bagger World Cup!
Discover what this unique competition is all about, where it will be held, and when you can catch all the action live. We've attempted to answer the burning questions about the event, including how to get tickets and view the magnificent custom baggers in action. Join us for a quick-fire exploration as we unravel the details of the Bagger World Cup, including the teams, racers, the motorcycles and the venues.

https://www.harley-davidson.com/gb/en/content/stories/2026-harley-davidson-baggergp-series-announcement.htmlt

Racing Team Instagram Links
https://www.instagram.com/joerascalracing/
https://www.instagram.com/cecchini_racing_team
https://www.instagram.com/saddlemenracedevelopment/?hl=en
https://www.instagram.com/nitiracing_bwc

Ticket Links
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/20981-americas/
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/21081-italy/
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/21141-netherlands/
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/21071-great-britain/
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/20991-aragon/
https://tickets.motogp.com/en/21021-austria/

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MALTA BABY - PART 2

Join us for "Four Fellas, Two Fiats and a H.O.G® Rally in Malta 2025"! Follow our adventure to the Malta HOG Chapter rallies in November 2025. Enjoy stunning views, fun moments, and the excitement of the rally as we explore beautiful Malta in our Fiats. Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to keep up with our journey!

#MaltaHOG #MotorcycleRally #AdventureTravel #FourFellas #FiatFun

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MALTA BABY - PART 1

Join us for "Four Fellas, Two Fiats and a H.O.G® Rally in Malta 2025"! Follow our adventure to the Malta HOG Chapter rallies in November 2025. Enjoy stunning views, fun moments, and the excitement of the rally as we explore beautiful Malta in our Fiats.

We are also joined by Tallin, who rode from Wolverhampton to Malta, and back, with Gavin. Both men from the Wolfruna Chapter arrived in style and having rode through the part of the Swiss alps in November!

Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to keep up with our journey!

#MaltaHOG #MotorcycleRally #AdventureTravel #FourFellas #FiatFun

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In this episode, we talk to Steve ' Deano' Spencer. Deano shares an insight to his own journey with H.O.G, why he is stepping down from Director and how he wanted to do it whilst at the very top of his game.

Deano joined H.O.G over 20 years ago, spending time as a member, committee member and then finally as Director. He shares some stories from the mad days of the Hatters Chapter, the loss and regaining of the Manchester H-D dealership, through to the importance of his strong family bond.

As Director of a hugely successful Chapter, Deano has plenty to share with Chapters across the UK and Ireland

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This episode, part 2, we are joined by Steve Link, the Director of the Welsh Dragon H.O.G® Chapter based in Cardiff, to hear about the upcoming Tri-Chapter Winter Ball. This event is open to all and is organised a year in turn, by Welsh Dragon, Bridgwater and Rolling Hills Chapter.

We are also joined by Mark McManus, a member of the Belfast Chapter who shares his love for Ruby, a gorgeous Sportster 48 but sadly let go to make room for a Road King Special and a Sportster 883.

This involved Kenny riding pillion on a the Sportster 48 from Belfast to Chester, through the night in the freezing cold and eventually biblical rain.

Resources and Links

Sycamore Uppingham HD - https://www.sycamoremotorcycles.co.uk/harley-davidson
Manchester Chapter - https://mancuniumchapter.co.uk/
Chester Chapter - https://www.devalegionhog.co.uk/
Tri Chapter Winter Ball Welsh Dragon, Bridgwater and Rolling Hills - https://www.welshdragonhog.com/ or winterball@welshdragonhog.com

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In this episode, we share our recent adventures, including Ben's trip to America where he met Bill Davidson and explored the US HOG community. We talk about the differences between HOG USA and HOG UK, and the excitement of traveling to Malta in less than 24 hours time. We also discuss our new interest in cowboy boots.

There's a call-in segment with Gordy Dick, who updates us on the upcoming end-of-season weekender and his European Bike Week Tour for 2026.

- Fake it till you make it, that's what we're doing.
- America was fantastic, the vibe was incredible.
- Meeting Bill Davidson was a highlight of the trip.
- HOG USA and HOG UK share a similar passion for the brand.
- Traveling to Malta is an exciting adventure.
- Cowboy boots are a new fashion interest.
- The end of season weekender is open to all skill levels.
- European Bike Week Tour offers a unique experience.