Episodios

  • Its Grennie , from Suspension Technologies. His Dealership time and motorcycle industry knowledge.
    Mar 9 2026

    A conversation between Brian and Steve Greenstein, "Greenie". Steve's days as a Harley Dealership employee at the famous Carolina Harley Davidson in Gastonia NC. Stories of Click Baldwin owner of Carolina HD and his time in the motorcycle industry. Sit back and enjoy this episode. Thanks Brian The Upshift Podcast All motorcycles all the time!

    Takeaways

    • Motorcycle industry evolution
    • Dealership operations
    • Challenges in the industry Dealership incidents and challenges
    • Evolution of dealership operations
    • Impact of social media on the motorcycle industry
    • Decline in motorcycle sales
    • History of t-shirt suppliers for Harley Davidson
    • Unique character of RK Stradman Passion for motorcycles spans across different models and eras
    • Suspension technology is a key focus for the hosts Motorcycle inventory and upcoming projects
    • Customer service and dealership experiences
    • Impact of aftermarket parts on motorcycle performance

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Background
    • 11:00 Dealership Operations and Changes
    • 24:57 Industry Challenges and Evolution
    • 59:34 History of T-Shirt Suppliers for Harley Davidson
    • 01:06:28 Motorcycle Ownership in the Navy
    • 01:19:34 Suspension Technology and Product Discussion
    • 01:29:05 Motorcycles for Daytona
    • 01:47:25 Preparations for Daytona Event
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  • Daytona Fever, get ready its bike week
    Feb 24 2026

    The Upshift Guys are back with more motorcycle talk than stock exhaust in the trash can. Brian & Brian are ready for Daytona, are you? We got Dyna's FXR's and Softails loaded up and ready to go. Sit back, relax its Upshift time!

    Takeaways

    • Daytona fever podcast
    • Motorcycle updates Bike maintenance challenges
    • Upcoming Daytona plans Motorcycle events and rallies
    • Building and customizing motorcycles

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction to Daytona Fever Podcast
    • 22:05 Bike Maintenance Challenges
    • 33:25 Daytona Itinerary and Events
    • 38:47 Travel Plans and Future Trips
    • 44:06 Considering New Motorcycle Projects
    • 49:06 Challenges and Experiences with Motorcycle Polishing and Customization
    • 56:43 Planning for Motorcycle Interviews and Podcast Guests
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  • Smoke out & burn outs at 2am, a new bike, maybe a FXR fix...
    Sep 12 2024

    The Upshift Guys are back at it with a recap of the Smoke Out rally in NC. A new bike in someones garage, a FXR thats broke goes to get fixed... Thats a lot so far and so much more. When will be you last ride? Will you lose your passion from riding or just age out or completely quit? A few questions to get you thinking. Thank you for tuning in we appreciate the support! Proudly brought to you by the best in business Suspension Technologies made in the USA go check them out. The Upshift Guys Brian & Brian

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    1 h y 8 m
  • Hey its Luke, the one and only Banker on a Harley, FXR's CVO's and good times!
    Feb 14 2025

    The Upshift Guys welcome into the studio, Luke Banker on a Harley. Sit back and enjoy this interview. Luke tells how motorcycles have made an impact on his life and what he has learned from them. A journey brought own by family and part of everyday life now. A Heritage Softail that lead to a CVO St Glide and a cool FXR. We get all the stories on this episode. Thanks again for supporting the Upshift Podcast and Luke for being a part on this one. Brian & Brian The Upshift Guys

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  • Daytona, FXR's, no gas, dead batteries and a screw in a tire...
    Mar 20 2024

    It was Daytona like no other. Just how far can you ride a FXR with no gas? Will a bike start with a dead battery? Probably not. How talented are you to pick up a screw in your front tire? Listen to this episode and the Upshift Guys answer these questions and so much more in this looong episode. We answer a listener question - Road Glide vs Street Glide see what the guys have to say. Thanks again for supporting the podcast! We love motorcycles and you should too. Thank you, Brian & Brian The Upshift Guys

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    1 h y 23 m
  • Are you a biker, chain wallet biker boots doo rags and a leather vest?
    May 1 2024

    The guys come clean on this episode. They have retired the doo rag and the chain wallet. At some point you might catch them in a pair of real biker boots. There is so much more in this episode you might need to take a break. If you still have you biker boots,chain wallet and your oh so cool doo rag we still love ya. Hell Yeah Brother! Live to ride, ride to live! Always a shovel head or FXR update and a good story or two. Thanks again for

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  • Who wears a helmet? Losing your helmet rolling down the road? A 22 year old CVO somebody wants. Swap meet parts goodies. You spent how much on motorcycles?
    Mar 31 2022

    The Upshift guys have fun on this one. Talking about running out of gas on old shovel heads, wanting to buy 20 year old bikes and ride them. Going to the swap meet meet finding cool parts. A run down on what helmet and comms we wear. The pros and cons of stopping for a stranded rider. Somebody loses their helmet rolling down the road. Ordering parts from overseas and a whole lot more motorcycle talk in this unedited episode. Sit back and enjoy 2 guys talking more motorcycle stuff than you can shake a stick at. All fun all Harley, no scooters or mopeds are discussed! Please leave us a comment and a 5 star review. Check us out on Instagram @Theupshiftpodcast @Theupshiftpodcast_Brian_NH

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  • Motorcycles people are the best and our 1st guest. Indian Larry Black party recap, FXR, Dyna and more...
    Oct 9 2024

    Hey guys thanks for tuning into the podcast. We have the longest one ever... Don't worry you will enjoy every minuet. FXR updates, Indian Larry block party recap a Dyna story and our very 1st guest. Hey its all motorcycle talk all the time with the Upshift Guys. Thank you again for tuning in and the support. Now sit back and relax its motorcycle story time!!

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    1 h y 47 m