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Throttle and Roast

Are you a motorcycle enthusiast who cannot start the day without a perfectly brewed cup of coffee? Join Niels Meersschaert on Throttle and Roast as he blends his 25 years of riding experience with a profound love for artisanal coffee.

From cruisers to café racers, and cappuccinos to cold brews, learn to enhance your riding experiences, perfect your coffee rituals, and even combine them for an unforgettable adventure. We love a variety of motorcycles, riding both street and dirt and almost every segment: ADV, cruiser, sport bike, scooters and vintage.

We've been known to try a variety of coffees, too, so don't be surprised if a different roast or recipe is featured on each episode.

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Dec. 23, 2024

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Electric Motorcycles in 2024

In this episode of the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert discusses the rise of electric motorcycles in 2024, examining their advantages and disadvantages. Key benefits include instant torque, no gears for e…

Dec. 16, 2024

Winter Motorcycle Care: Put them away or leave them out to play?

In this episode of the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert explores the dilemma of whether to put your bike away for winter or keep riding in cooler temperatures. He discusses winter motorcycle care, includin…

Dec. 9, 2024

Exploring Iconic Historic Routes for Motorcycle Adventures

In this episode of the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert takes listeners on a journey through some of the most iconic historic routes with incredible scenery for your motorcycle in the U.S and abroad. He hi…

Dec. 2, 2024

Discover the Freedom: Why Motorcycling is the Ultimate Escape

Send us a text In this episode of the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert delves into the essence of motorcycling as the ultimate escape from life's stresses. He discusses the romanticized notion of the open …

Nov. 27, 2024

Essential Tips for Motorcycle Hearing Protection

If you ever find yourself amongst a group of long-time motorcyclists, you might discover that many riders are repeating questions and responses as their hearing might not be as good as it was when they were young. Long…

Nov. 25, 2024

Finding Your Perfect Coffee Match Based on Your Motorcycle

Send us a text In the Throttle and Roast podcast, host Niels Meersschaert explores the intriguing relationship between coffee and motorcycles. He discusses various motorcycle types, including standard, sport, cruiser, dual s…

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Essential Tips for Motorcycle Hearing Protection

Ultimate Motorcycle Headset Guide: Features and Mounting Options

If you've ever wanted to have audio on your motorcycle like you can in most cars, including listening to music, getting GPS instructions, or even making hands-free phone calls, a motorcycle headset could be the right choice. Our ultimate…

Cold Weather Motorcycle Riding

California has the highest number of motorcycle registrations in the country. It’s no surprise the weather in much of the state is temperate throughout the year, allowing nearly 365 days of riding each year with few, if any, adjustments …

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About the Host

Niels Meersschaert

Podcast Host / Writer

Niels fell in love with coffee, traveling to Europe with his parents as a kid. He’s been an avid motorcyclist for over 25 years, owning bikes from nearly every motorcycle segment. He completed a Backcountry Discovery Route solo in 2023 aboard his 2012 BMW R1200GSA, camping along the way. He’s an avid moto camper even when he’s not riding a BDR and always brings tools to brew coffee at the campsite.