Episodes
Welcome to The Legendary Bullet Podcast. In this third episode, Gordon May speaks to Subhash Sharma, one of the first Bullet explorers from India. In 1971, Subhash and three friends set off on a mammoth 67,000-mile journey on two secondhand 1960’s 350cc Bullets, in the process becoming the first-ever Indian citizens to ride motorcycles around the world. Subhash, the only surviving member of the team, shares his memories of this groundbreaking journey with us. Unveiled 90 years ago in 1932,...
Published 10/16/22
Welcome to The Legendary Bullet series of the Ride Pure podcast. In this second episode, Gordon May speaks to Dutch round-the-world Bullet adventurer, Benno Graas. Accompanied by his wife, Thecla, as pillion, Benno has ridden his 1982 350 Bullet over 580,000 KM, mostly towing a purpose-built trailer. Their epic journeys include over one year of riding through Africa as well as extended trips around South and North America and Eastern Europe Unveiled 90 years ago in 1932, the legendary...
Published 10/06/22
Welcome to The Legendary Bullet Podcast, stories around the Royal Enfield Bullet, the world's oldest motorcycle in continuous production. In this first episode, Gordon May speaks to round-the-world Bullet adventurer, Jacqui Furneaux. Hailing from Bristol in the UK, Jacqui spent 7 years riding her 500 Bullet around the world, commencing her life-changing journey at the age of 50. Author of the acclaimed book, Hit The Road Jac!, she shares some of her incredible experiences with us as well as...
Published 09/13/22
In this #chequeredflag episode, Gordon May speaks to Royal Enfield champion flat track racers, Gary Birwistle and Paul Young. Not since the heady days of the 1950s and 1960s, with Redditch-based trials winners such as Peter Stirland, Peter Gaunt, and Johnny Brittain, or the 1970s and 1980s with multiple Indian Grand Prix winner, Bullet Bose, has Royal Enfield had a successful works entry in any form of motorsport. That changed in dramatic fashion when Royal Enfield went flat track racing in...
Published 08/12/22
In this #chequeredflag episode, Gordon May speaks to star American Flat Track racer, Johnny Lewis. He is joined by Adrian Sellers, who heads up Royal Enfield’s custom programme. Not since the heady days of the 1950s and 1960s, with Redditch-based trials winners such as Peter Stirland, Peter Gaunt and Johnny Brittain, or the 1970s and 1980s with multiple Indian Grand Prix winner, Bullet Bose, has Royal Enfield had a successful works entry in any form of motorsport. That changed in dramatic...
Published 07/14/22
Inspired by the racing culture of the 1960s, the Continental GT Cup series was launched in October 2021. Built around Royal Enfield’s award-winning 648cc parallel-twin engine, the race-ready Continental GT-R650s are manageable for novices as well as being a potent, highly capable racer in the hands of experienced riders. With affordable entry costs, the Continental GT Cup is accessible, engaging and fun. The #ChequeredFlag podcast series was launched alongside the GT Cup to bring you great...
Published 06/20/22
In this #AdventureDiaries episode of Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast, we are once more joined by Jack Groves, holder of the world record for the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe by motorcycle. Jack was just 21 when he set off on his incredible adventure. In the concluding part of his story, you’ll hear about his dash into Peru as that country went into lockdown and the momentous 255 days he spent stranded as the lone British traveller in that country. Jack then recalls his...
Published 05/04/22
In this #AdventureDiaries episode of Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast, we are again joined by Jack Groves, holder of the world record for the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe by motorcycle. Jack was just 21 when he set off on his incredible adventure. In the second part of his story, you’ll hear about his wanderings through Thailand, the challenges of preparing his Himalayan for a flight to Australia, and his coast to coast ride across that continent in record-breaking...
Published 03/29/22
"In this #AdventureDiaries episode of Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast, we are again joined by Jack Groves, holder of the world record for the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe by motorcycle. Jack was just 21 when he set off on his incredible adventure. In the second part of his story, you’ll hear about his wanderings through Thailand, the challenges of preparing his Himalayan for a flight to Australia and his coast to coast ride across that continent in record-breaking...
Published 03/02/22
In this #AdventureDiaries episode of Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast, we are joined by Jack Groves, holder of the world record for the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe by motorcycle. Jack was just 21 when he set off on his incredible adventure. In the first part of his story, you’ll hear about his preparations, his journey through Europe, along with tips about wild camping to keep costs down, followed by the joys and the challenges of crossing Central Asia, most notably...
Published 02/25/22
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 12/29/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 12/17/21
Inspired by the racing culture of the 1960s, the Continental GT Cup series was launched in October 2021. Built around Royal Enfield’s award-winning 648cc parallel-twin engine, the race-ready Continental GT-R650s are manageable for novices as well as being a potent, highly capable racer in the hands of experienced riders. With affordable entry costs, the Continental GT Cup is accessible, engaging, and fun. In this episode, Gordon May speaks to renowned motorcycle racer and tuner, Aspi...
Published 12/17/21
Even a brief summary of Royal Enfield’s history reveals a strong spirit of exploration; of riders who didn’t think twice before trusting their Royal Enfields to take them there, where few, if any, had ventured before. Now, in our 120th year, these adventurers have inspired us to ask… where to next?  The answer: all the way to the South Pole! In this episode Gordon May, Royal Enfield historian, author, and overland motorcycle traveler speaks with the people behind the logistical preparations...
Published 12/17/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 12/06/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 11/14/21
The first #chequeredflag episode of Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Inspired by the racing culture of the 1960s, the Continental GT Cup series was launched in October 2021. Built around Royal Enfield’s award-winning 648cc parallel-twin engine, the race-ready Continental GT-R650s are manageable for novices as well as being a potent, highly capable racer in the hands of experienced riders. With affordable entry costs, the Continental GT Cup is accessible, engaging and fun. In this...
Published 10/23/21
Even a brief summary of Royal Enfield’s history reveals a strong spirit of exploration. Of riders who didn’t think twice before trusting their Royal Enfields to take them where few, if any, had ventured before. Now, in our 120th year, these adventurers have inspired us to ask… where to next?  The answer: all the way to the South Pole! In this episode Gordon May, Royal Enfield historian, author and overland motorcycle traveller, speaks with the two riders heading 90° South and the leader of...
Published 10/13/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 09/30/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on “Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast”. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 09/27/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on “Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast”. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 09/16/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it, and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion, and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 08/28/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In this...
Published 08/23/21
Welcome to the #TimelessClassic series on Ride Pure, the Royal Enfield Podcast. Here we’ll be talking all things Royal Enfield Classic. You’ll meet the people who designed it, developed it and are even working on its future. Riders across the world will be joining us, sharing their experiences, passion and amazing stories about their Classics and their adventures on them. To ensure you don’t miss any #TimelessClassic episodes, please subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. In our...
Published 08/23/21