Kickstart – Legends, Privateers & Oval Pistons
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Kickstart – Legends, Privateers & Oval Pistons

In the debut episode of Racing Back, hosts Nick and Julian fire up the engines and set off on a thrilling journey through the golden age of MotoGP and superbike history. With a rich blend of passion and nostalgia, they dig deep into their encyclopedic memories, bringing legendary names back to life – from the charismatic Barry Sheene and fearless Kenny Roberts to the indomitable Carl Fogarty.
Expect animated recollections and warm tributes, including a nod to the voice of motorsport himself, the unforgettable Murray Walker. Julian opens the vault on his own racing days with tales from 'Superbike Island', unlikely 'privateer' victories, and a curious detour into one of the sport’s most fascinating engineering oddities – the infamous Honda NR500 with its mind-bending oval pistons.
Racing Back isn’t just about the races – it’s about the stories, the grit, the glamour, and the groundbreaking machines that defined a generation. Buckle up for a ride into MotoGP’s most iconic era.

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Creators and Guests

Julian Ryder
Host
Julian Ryder
Julian Ryder is best known for his colorful and insightful style as a TV commentator, but he is also a prolific journalist and author. His other books include "MotoGP Source Book" and "Carl Fogarty: The complete racer." He lives in Macclesfield, U.K
Nick Harris
Host
Nick Harris
Nick Harris, informally known as Harry, is an English motorsport commentator, journalist and author. He provided television commentary of live MotoGP coverage for the official MotoGP world feed between 1999 and 2017. He is known as 'the voice of MotoGP