KiwiMoto72 Conversations in Motion
KiwiMoto72 Conversations in Motion
Podcast Description
Hey everyone and thank you so much for tuning into my Podcast. This Podcast journey is purely a hobby for me. I am passionate about motorcycling and even more passionate about sharing my love for the sport through the guests from all walk of our two wheeled world on the show. I am especially interested in motorcycle safety and learning how to ride well on the street and on the track through the experiences of great racer, riders, and coaches. The show was inspired by my popular YouTube interviews, this show dives deep into the world of motorcycles, riders, and the journeys that define them. From seasoned enthusiasts to everyday adventurers, we explore the passion, challenges, and wisdom that fuel the motorcycle community. Whether you're a new rider, a gearhead, or someone who loves a good road tale, you'll find inspiration, connection, and a few laughs along the way. So gear up, tune in, and let's ride into the heart of motorcycle culture—one conversation at a time. Video of all Podcasts available on Youtube at @kiwimoto72Contact: [email protected] for enquires.
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The podcast explores themes surrounding motorcycle culture, safety, and personal stories from riders and coaches. Episodes delve into topics such as motorcycle coaching techniques, the journey of rising stars in racing like Mallory Dobbs, and insights from industry veterans like Mat Oxley, fostering a connection among enthusiasts and offering practical advice.
KiwiMoto72 is a motorcycle podcast featuring in-depth conversations with professional racers, riding coaches, suspension engineers, journalists, and industry leaders from across the two-wheeled world.
Hosted by Angus, a rider with 35 years of street and track experience across 80+ motorcycles, the show goes beyond spec sheets. Every episode explores real-world riding, racing mindset, technical skill, and the people shaping the sport.
Whether you’re a new rider or a seasoned track day regular, you’ll hear honest conversation and hard-earned knowledge from guests who live and breathe motorcycling.
New episodes drop regularly on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.
Find us on YouTube and Instagram: @kiwimoto72
Video of all Podcasts available on Youtube at @kiwimoto72
Contact: [email protected] for enquires.
Aaron Slight is one of the best riders World Superbike ever produced, and one of the unluckiest.
Thirteen wins. Eighty-seven podiums. Three straight Suzuka 8-Hour victories. Four third-place championship finishes and two as runner-up, including 1998 when he lost the title to Carl Fogarty by just 5.5 points.
Then in February 2000, a brain aneurysm and emergency surgery in Sydney nearly ended his life. He came back to race the same season. Honda did not renew him at the end of the year. And that was the end of his racing career.
In this episode I sit down with the man from Masterton, Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, to trace the whole story. The motocross kid who started at twelve. The friend whose death pushed him onto the road. The move to Australia with a TZR250 and not much else. The factory Kawasaki years and the Castrol Honda years against Carl Fogarty, Troy Corser, and John Kocinski. The Suzuka crash that nearly took his hand. The Simon Crafar connection. And the fight that had nothing to do with a stopwatch.
His book is called ”You Don't Know the Half Of It.” This is the other half.
This is the format the KiwiMoto72 Podcast is known for. From the early years to the present day, long-form. Made to be heard in one sitting or stretched across a few drives.
⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 The Journey of Aaron Slight
03:05 Reflections on a Racing Career
06:13 The Influence of Marcedon
08:48 The Impact of Loss and Transition
11:53 Early Racing Experiences
13:26 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Australia
21:07 The Road to Japan
26:42 Suzuka: Triumphs and Trials
33:08 The Journey Begins: Early Racing Experiences
37:28 Overcoming Adversity: The Hand Injury and Comeback
40:44 Transitioning to World Superbike: The Competitive Landscape
44:40 First Win in Europe: A Pivotal Moment
47:33 Training and Fitness: Evolving as a Racer
50:44 The Absence of Coaching: Self-Taught Skills
54:27 The Competitive Rivalries: Close Calls and Frustrations
01:04:48 Reflecting on a Racing Career
01:10:49 The Aneurysm and Its Impact
01:18:34 The Road to Recovery and Return to Racing
01:25:09 Transitioning from Racing to Life Beyond the Track
01:31:22 Lessons Learned and Advice for Young Riders
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Recorded 12 June 2026.
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