Does Riding Different Motorcycles Make You a Better Rider? | Highside/Lowside S10E04

In this episode of Highside/Lowside, we sit down with Chris Northover of Bike World TV to explore the benefits of riding different types of motorcycles — from enduro bikes to adventure tourers to sportbikes.

Can cross-training with various bikes actually make you a better rider? We dig into how switching things up can sharpen your skills, build confidence, and give you a whole new perspective on two wheels.

🏍️ Whether you're a street rider, ADV fan, or track day junkie, there's something in here for you.

🔧 Topics Covered:
– Why riding different motorcycles matters
– Skill transfer across motorcycle disciplines
– Chris Northover’s personal riding philosophy
– Advice for riders looking to improve

👤 Guest: Chris Northover (Bike World TV)
🎙️ Hosts: Spurgeon Dunbar & Zack Courts

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💬 Drop your thoughts below: Have you cross-trained with different motorcycles? Did it make you a better rider?

00:00:00 - Opening

00:00:05 - Sponsors/Ads
00:01:49 - The Warm Up: Craigslist Find: BMDuv-idson - F883GS

00:08:30 - Welcome Chris Northover
00:10:50 - Lightning Round: How'd you get into bikes?
00:20:48 - Quicker than Zack?
00:24:41 - Cross-Training for Moto: What disciplines have you rode?
00:36:36 - Transition from Enduro to ADV, and back?
00:45:52 - Losing Traction and Control to Gain Confidence Long-Term?
00:54:44 - Hardest segment to transition to?

01:00:43 - Middle Break

01:00:43 - What misconceptions do riders bring across segments?
01:10:05 - Back to Mountain Biking? Skill Drills?
01:16:36 - Will you let your kid go pro?
01:21:10 - Desert Island Bikes, from each category

01:31:13 - Engine Sound Guessing Game
01:44:35 - T-Shirt Winner + Listener Comment
01:56:23 - Final Thought