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 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Highside/Lowside! Spotify - https://rvz.la/4hV6tY5 Apple - https://rvz.la/42o1QRG Check out our sponsor Motul | https://rvz.la/3SpZrA3 Thanks to Progressive for sponsoring this episode of Highside/Lowside. Learn more about America’s #1 motorcycle insurer at https://www.progressive.com/comoto Learn more about the Rider Preferred Membership and what it can do for you! | https://rvz.la/3RXbLI6 Don’t forget to check out the latest moto news on Common Tread | https://rvz.la/3GLHNo4 💬 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