If you want to know the secret to Ducati's success, it's these four words: desmodromic distribution, sixteen valves. Or, if we call it by its more common Italian shorthand: Desmosedici, the name of Ducati's killer MotoGP-bikes that have been absolutely dominating these last few years. But it wasn't always like that. There was a time when Ducati was not the reigning champion, but a worn-out shell of a manufacturer that was about to lose it all. It's a fascinating story, and absolutely crucial if you want to understand the motivations that drive the company and its racing divisions to this very day. So this Easter, we're talking resurrection as we go back in time and witness the many rise, fall and rise of of Bolognia's most famous motorbikes. Cheers!Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman's Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!
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Qatar 2025 - One Small Scoop, As A Treat
We've got a scoop! Curious? We'll give you a hint: this episode contains exclusive news! But what is it all about? Well, that's the question! Maybe it's about Honda - have they found themselves a new rider for a new era? Or perhaps this is about a new contender coming through from World Superbike, as told to us from a live witness? Or perhaps none? Perhaps both? Only one way to find out, eh?And then there's the race in Losail, where floodlights glisten off the dragon's teeth that guard the curbs in the desert. Wait, you cry, isn't that what this whole episode is supposed to be about? Well, you're right! It's both at the same time. I know, totally bonkers.Cheers! Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman's Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!
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MotoGP - The Wake of the YZR-M1
Dearly beloved,It is with heavy heart that we gather to say our final goodbyes to a legend: the Yamaha YZR-M1. Its life seemed short to us, but way too long to others. After a long struggle with a clinical lack of competitive edge and a distinct lack of aero, its family at Yamaha has decided to pull the plug and let its beloved inline-engined legend pass with dignity. The YZR-M1 is survived and will be missed by its V4 successors. You are hereby cordially invited to attend the wake of the Yamaha YZR-M1. The ceremony will be held by your hosts, Mat Oxley and Peter Bom, and all attendees are asked to bring along at least one beverage of their choice. Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman's Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music! Additional music in this episode: "Funeral March for Queen Mary", written by Henry Purcell, performed by Bablung Music.
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Austin 2025 - The Too-late Terrible Telephone Talks!
Apologies! Something went horribly wrong last night with the recording, and it took as a long time to fix it. Mat's in Austin, Peter's in Portimão and we completely forgot to sacrifice a chicken to the wifi-gods...the end result was a slight catastrophe where we ended up recording at least one of your host over the phone. Just imagine Peter sitting in the corner of a dark hotel room with a telephone in one fist and an old fashioned recorder in the other, and now you're getting it. So, what did they call about? Oh, it's a lot! There's the race, of course, and a risky wheelie - but we're also getting reports of some very, very interesting riders in Moto2, and some sources are claiming that BMW is more than serious about being on the grid sooner rather than later. If you're still reading this, you have my thanks - but you should probably hit play now! Enjoy, and cheers!Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman's Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!
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MotoGP - To Acquire A New Tire Supplier
You know how we sometimes promise we won't talk so much about tires? Well, we lie! You might have heard about Pirelli moving in and replacing Michelin as the official tire of MotoGP in 2027. And maybe you wonder how much influence a single change like this could possibly have. After all, they're just pieces of rubber - shouldn't we have basically perfected the art of the tire by now? Well, imagine it like this. Here you have a MotoGP bike, pure metal and technology that just wants to go fast. It's powerful. It's very, very powerful. And underneath it is the hard and unforgiving tarmac. The only thing inbetween the two, and the only thing that translates that raw movement into something workeable, is this little bit of rubber called the tire. And it really has a mind of its own, sometimes. So join us this week as Mat and Peter discuss the impact of this change. Not just on the technology, but also on the riders and their strategies. It's fun! It's educational! It's hot and sticky! It's all yours! Cheers!Want more? Visit our website or support us on Patreon. With big thanks as always to Brad Baloo from The Next Men and Gentleman's Dub Club for writing our theme song. Check out The Nextmen for more great music!
You’ve seen the races. You know the bikes, the riders and the results. Now it’s time to learn the how and why of it all – and have a bit of a laugh doing it. Welcome to the Oxley Bom MotoGP Podcast, where Mat Oxley and Peter Bom give you your weekly update on all things racing. So grab a beer, turn up the volume and enjoy. Cheers!
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