In this conversation, Les Moscariello shares his journey in the world of motorcycles, from his first bike to becoming a racer and running a motorcycle shop. He recounts his cross-country ride on his first bike and the passion for motorcycles that developed early on. Les discusses the challenges and costs of racing, as well as the progression from amateur to expert level. He also emphasizes the importance of value and safety in motorcycle service. Les emphasizes the importance of proper maintenance and repair for motorcycles. He warns against attempting DIY repairs without the necessary knowledge and tools, as it can lead to catastrophic results. Les also discusses the responsibility of motorcycle dealerships to ensure that customers are making informed decisions and not purchasing bikes that are beyond their skill level. He highlights the benefits of track days for improving riding skills and offers advice for new track riders. Lastly, Les shares his perspective on the safety of track riding compared to street riding and discusses his future plans for the shop. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:25 First Motorcycle and Cross-Country Ride 03:25 Early Passion for Motorcycles 06:33 Transition to Racing 08:32 Racing in Hawaii 11:40 Moving to the Mainland and Pursuing Racing 13:19 Continuing Education and Learning 15:53 The Cost of Racing 19:05 The Challenges of Racing in the US 29:43 Progression in Racing 36:19 Running a Motorcycle Shop 43:29 Bringing Bikes to a Shop 51:22 Value and Safety in Motorcycle Service 52:49 The Importance of Proper Maintenance and Repair 59:57 The Responsibility of Motorcycle Dealerships ✌💙 Please consider supporting my Patreon Channel: https://www.patreon.com/Motobeemer ✅ Motobeemer Merch! https://my-store-11449980.creator-spring.com/ ✅ Motobeemer Mapping System: https://www.motobeemer.com/maps-routes/ ✅ Motobeemer Tours in Colorado: https://www.motobeemer.com/2024-moto-tours/ 🌏 Web: https://www.motobeemer.com 📲 IG / FB: @MotoBeemer