On her trip to Alaska, Liz had quite the adventure along with a pretty epic breakdown! She shares her story to hopefully inspire women to get out and travel for themselves along with all of the benefits of solo travel in general. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Liz Funke. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit…

Charli chats about her life as a solo woman rider and what her life will look like as she moves into motherhood in this episode. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Charli Gamber. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs.html to see pictures and other stuff!…

Doni is one of the head chicks in charge for Throttle Gals Magazine and she joins me to chat about working in the motorcycle industry as a female. Her driving passion is to teach women to be independent by being able to understand and possibly work on their own machines. She also rides and wrenches on her old, custom bike that her and her father bu…

Motorcycles have always been a part of Sue's life but they're even more prominent now that she's retired and her house is empty. While many podcasts are with famous travelers who've done things that are hard to imagine for most people, Sue brings us a modest story of a woman who just loves to ride that's relatable. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Su…

Dave has traveled the lower 48 states while pulling a Leisure Lite trailer with his motorcycle. Pulling a trailer with a motorcycle is a controversial topic but that doesn't stop Dave from living his best life. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Dave Mackie. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.…

Kitty is a host in Illinois and she's been hosting since the 80s, but only recently with Bunk-a-Biker. As an outgoing individual, she explains how she would find weary travelers before social media existed. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who do…

GinaMarie loves her Yamaha TW200 and she's been around the US on it. She shares why she loves small bikes, how she makes it work, and some adventure stories. Commentators: Zee Traveler and GinaMarie Austin-Bray. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs.html to see pictures and other stuf…

Paul and Andrea share how motorcycles not only helped them through dark times while struggling with Lyme disease and brain tumors, but how they met because of them. Moto Guzzis, sidecar racing, and inspiration abounds! Commentators: Zee Traveler, Paul Koehler, and Andrea Blake. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language…

Kimberlea recently signed up to host with Bunk-a-Biker and she seems to have loved the few guests that have come her way thus far! You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use but it is not free to run, so…

Tim reminiscences about his well spent youth in the 70s and 80s of motorcycle traveling and camping with simple bikes, minimal gear, and “he said turn up there” directions. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Tim Patnode. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs.htmlto see pictures and other …

Jeff has been an avid member of Minimalist Motorcycle Vagabonds for 5 years and he's got his system down to a T, which he teaches us about. He also rides old motorcycles, off road, and is a big guy who long distance tours on a 2014 Honda CB500x. Oh, and he often rides more miles than I do per year even though he works a full time job. (I hate you, …

Hugo is a young rider from France who set off with a friend to ride the TET on small dirt bikes with cheap gear because that's all they could afford. They broke down, a lot, and experienced the amazing way the world will take care of you so long as you keep a good attitude and put in effort. It changed his life and he shares that with us on this ep…

I met James in 2020 at the first Motorcycle Vagabond Rally and we share the stories we created together there on this episode. He rode up on an overloaded Suzuki V-strom with a mission to ask the community in person about his upcoming 6 month ride. He didn't like the answers that he got but he listened to us anyway and had a wonderful ride. Comment…

Jenn has been both a guest, around 4 times, and a host, around 10 times, with the Bunk-a-Biker network. She shares her thoughts from both sides of the fence. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use bu…

Jeff brings us his stories of his first travel to another state on his sports bike, how he loaded gear, and educates Zee on the seating position for certain sports bikes vs others. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Jeff Tyler. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs.htmlto see pictures and…

“Two people. Two motorcycles. Doing good $2 at a time.” Michael and Angela have been preparing for retirement and living on the road full time for many years. They've done all of the research, have made their spreadsheets to compare data, and have made their purchases. They'll be setting off in March 2023 to ride the world, where their goal is to v…

Willie talks about how he brings his 'lil bestie Atlas on long distance rides and his plans for future vagabond time. He also talks about his experiences at Bunk-a-Biker events, as a host, and as a guest. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Willie Nelson. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. (This one definitely does!…

Patrick has been on the road for around 6 months and shares what he's learned so far in his journey. He has taken a unique plan to visit countries that don't require paperwork so he doesn't have to live by a schedule on his once in a lifetime journey. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Patrick Du Tremble. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit con…

Maloni is a host in north central Montana and she is on the show to regale us with her stories of the guests she's had, who are often on their way to Glacier National Park and/or Alaska. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. B…

Sam sat with us to share why being a part of the Hellcats MC means so much to her and how much she considers her club mates to be her family. Her experience shows that there are good clubs out there that are just trying to support community. How to contact Sam: https://linktr.ee/samschoolfield?ltsid=ff2d23f0-b13c-401b-8f90-64b7d41b98fc Where to fin…

Kara shares with us about her numerous Bunk-a-Biker guests on her and her husband's ranchette in Wyoming, near Yellowstone National Park. She seems to find joy and is excited for all of the travelers she's been able to host this year (and one last year before the season ended). Commentators: Zee Traveler and Kara Losik (and her husband in the backg…

Dawn and Steve are the 3rd married couple to complete the Hoka Hey motorcycle challenge together and they come on the show to tell their inspiring story of how they found themselves on this massive cross country ride. The Hoka Hey is a 10,000 mile endurance ride that is done with paper instructions, no GPS, on American brand motorcycle, and sleepin…

Hannah shares with us what it was like using Bunk-a-Biker as a new rider. It was only a few months from her buying her first bike to when she set off on a cross country trip to attend a friend's wedding. Bunk-a-Biker helped her connect with experienced riders and learn more about the community she is now a part of. (Note from Zee: THIS is the episo…

Dustin and Zee talk about what it's like to be on the road for years and the benefits/cons of flying to a place to either rent or buy a motorcycle versus taking your own. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Dustin Evans. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs.htmlto see pictures and other s…

Frank joins the show to talk about his experiences as a host in southern California, right outside of Joshua Tree National Park. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use but it is not free to run, so I…

Dave and Ellie share with us how they're still able to travel at the age of 70 and 71 in this show. They each have 100,000+ miles of their own on a couple Can-am Spyders over the last 6 years. Commentators: Zee Traveler, Dave Sims, and Ellie Sims. Warning: Some episodes may contain explicit content and vulgar language. Visit www.zeetraveler.com/mvs…

Welcome back to the show! New episodes will be batched dropped soon and I'll hopefully get around to making episodes more often from now on. Hope y'all enjoy! Email: zeemototraveler@gmail.com or motorcyclevagabondshow@gmail.com

From starting out backpacking through SE Asia and ending up in the last year in the Philippines with a small motorcycle and a dog, Sage shares her amazing story of how she's continued her journey on the road. She's full of amazing spiritual advice and awe-inspiring stories abound. How she's made money on the road to keep going, the amazing families…

Jase Wragg is getting a PhD centered around adventuring by motorcycle, but it's about more than you think. We talk about the personal development that comes with the challenges of adventuring and the depth of relationship one gets with their bike, and the world as a whole, from the saddle of motorcycle. Commentators: Zee Traveler and Willie Jase Wr…

Willie shares his love of Bunk-a-Biker and stories with us on this episode. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use but it is not free to run, so I ask that anyone who wants and can afford to give bac…

More Bunk-a-Biker stories! You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use but it is not free to run, so I ask that anyone who wants and can afford to give back to the community to go through www.patreon.com/…

James was a prolific BaB guest for a season while he traveled the country with his motorcycle and trailer. You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like Facebook. Bunk-a-Biker is free to use but it is not free to run, so I ask that anyone who w…

Wayne is a fairly new host in Eastern TN for Bunk-a-Biker but has had such a wonderful time! He shares his stories and enthusiasm for the BaB community in this episode, which makes it a fun listen! You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ groups on Facebook to join and our own social site for those who don't like …

Janell and Stuart have been all over the world on their motorcycles with their dogs! They share many great stories of the road but also talk about the challenges they've faced with the dogs, how they started up their business, and where they're headed in the future. As always, please let me know how you like the show! Their travel website: www.thep…

Sean Foley is a staple of the Bunk-a-Biker world and he shares with us his stories. He even has a purposefully built cabin for people to stay with him! Check out this show and I would love feedback on this particular segment. Contact Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.foley.9026 You can find out more about Bunk-a-Biker on www.bunkabiker.org. We have 20+ g…

Jerden Hunley shares with us how he dealt with issues among his guests while they had an extended stay at his house. He is passionate about emotional well-being and supporting his fellow motorcycle riders so he even created a group for it on Facebook! This episode hit home with me and I think it's important to share it with as many people as possib…

"It's not an adventure until the bike is on a boat!" Carmel Rubin, aka Thin Line Ride, shares with us her many years of change from a corporate life to a motorcycle adventurer down to the core. She shares some of her ups and some of her downs, the times people have helped her, and even a bit about how she's become sponsored. Check it out and let me…

On the first published episode of Bunk-a-Biker Stories, Chris Smith of Moto Photo Adventures shares about his experiences as as a guest on BaB through the southeast US and Mexico. He's had wonderful hospitality from people on the road and can't wait to use it on his next ride! Chris & Cami Photography, LLC; Youtube: www.youtube.com/chrissmithmotoph…

How do you combine riding motorcycles off-road, camping, and taking your wife? Mike has a solution that has worked for him and his wife for decades. They are able to balance comfort with being able to ride and camp as they travel together.

Sometimes your documents get lost or stolen when you're in another country so Andrea shares her story about her sketchy solution to when it happened to her. This is NOT legal advice, recommended, or advisable in any way. You have been warned.

The first story brought to you from the crazy participants of the Monkey Run by The Adventurists. Dean and Karen rode across Morocco in 2019 on the beastly 50cc Chinese monkey bikes. They tell the story of their break downs, cultural learnings, cost, and the amazing people they met along the way.

If you're going to camp in bear territory on your motorcycle, it's a smart idea to make sure neither you nor your bike get attacked because of improper food storage. Mike shares about the Ursack and how he can carry it on his bike for food storage along with stories of his encounters with bears.

Alex is on the show with us today to talk not only about riding in South Africa and what that's like, but also for an amazing conservation project called Ride for Rhinos. He's been riding in South Africa since the 90s and working with animals while he was there almost as long.

Today's show is just a short update with some changes to the show, about the upcoming Motorcycle Vagabond Rally, Bunk-a-Biker, Minimalist Motorcycle Vagabonds, and my personal stuff. If you have feedback, advice, want to be a guest, or want to co-host, please contact me! Info is on the links below:

In this episode, Zee talks to a one month old vagabond who is setting off to attempt the moto traveler life again after an unsuccessful run one year ago. Matthew Pink brings to light some of the things many of us would've said had someone embarrassingly recorded it for us.

With the dulcet sounds of Chuck's Classic Cycles in the background, Bruce and I discuss his three wrecks and why the last one has been harder for him to overcome. This show is about the mental battle that happens after wrecking one's motorcycle and not about the physical side of it.

A British vagabond of 5 years, Fox Valentine has worked and traveled through Europe with his trusty stead and a "mothership" (an RV). He's working towards downsizing over the next year to begin an around ride with just his motorcycle and trusty tent. He tells a wonderful story of how he left conventional life behind in the UK to set out on his pers…