"I had a BRILLIANT time!" - It's JAMES HAYDON!

[@iainbroughton3186]

What a great chat, James is a brilliant guest, thank you Dave,Jen and James 😊

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Our pleasure entirely, thanks Iain 😊

[@bingwalker5024]

Another brilliant vlog, top bloke James Hayden ✊ can’t stop watching these vlogs you are a credit to your channel 😎👌

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thank you so much! We’re trying our best to bring great guests with great chat and hopefully that’s working 🙏🏼

[@julianlay4181]

What a great video, I've always liked James and it was so entertaining to hear his story. Keep the content coming who needs boring TV!

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Julian, thank you so much - James is one of my favourites to chat with on screen, in the paddock or in the bar. A true gentleman 🙂

[@tc5223]

Great interview nice to have garage tour and house tour

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Hopefully we’ll get to do another later in the year, there are plenty more stories to come 😁

[@iainwhite3476]

Yes garage tours would be cool

[@allistonhyde]

Great podcast, James came over as someone that cares, would love to hear more about that two stroke era, must have been amazing to work for KR on the proton.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

The great thing about the show is that now we’ve done James’ career we have an open invite to return and dig a little deeper for longer 😊

[@PaulJackson-w6m]

James Hayden always comes across as an intellegent chap.what a life in bikes.great interview

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thank you, your kind words mean a lot to us 🙏🏼

[@richardcarr7557]

Really interesting interview, have always liked James. How different racing was back then, loved the 2 stroke era.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Completely different, and the more you hear from James and riders if his day and beyond you realise HOW different it was, especially financially as well as the fun side.

[@richardcarr7557]

​@@OffTrack_PodcastFeel for them, as James said not much money there now. Great interview Dave thank you.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Absolutely my pleasure, Richard - thanks for your support and kind words ✊🏼

[@elliottclarkflowers6661]

Brilliant podcast , you gotta love JH . Living the dream in the golden era of racing ! Shame the poor bugger had a stinking cold 😅😅😅

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks, Elliott! Yeah, he said before that he’d been suffering with a heavy cold in the week prior- thankfully he felt absolutely fine but the remnants were still there 🤧

[@iainwhite3476]

Great interview without a single question asked😂

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

It felt like 30 mins when we were sat there but when I edited it I realised it was 1hr 20! James was waiting for me to interrupt and I was waiting for a cue to speak 😁 thanks so much for watching, Iain 🙌🏼

[@srhendx7]

Great interview. What a great guy James is, loved listening to this interview ✊

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thank you so much, really appreciate your words 😊

[@shaunmarston7168]

I raced with James in mini stock class what a nice bloke and his parents are nice people you can see where he gets it from

[@TheMadmostin]

Listened to the podcast. Never been his biggest fan but now my hat is off to him what a great guy. A real racer. Interesting history great guest. Respect to the guy and I hope to meet him one day.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

That’s a great comment, thanks so much David. Appreciate you watching and your honesty! Glad you enjoyed the show 😊

[@steve132d]

Just commenting now about 40 mins and you’ve not had to ask James anything but his telling his story perfectly

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

That’s the key, Steve - the less you hear from me the better the guest. We had a good laugh about it afterwards actually, James was waiting for me to interrupt but I was waiting for a cue to come in… but there wasn’t one and I make a point of not interrupting my guests 🤣

[@davegreenslade4539]

You won’t need to say much with Jim Whit either 😂😂

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Ah I dunno, that’s more of a mates chat than an interview 😁

[@MR2TBAR1991]

Thanks

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thats really kind of you, thank you so much 🙏🏼😊

[@NodbodRS]

Enjoyed that. A top rider was James, always thought he hasn't got the credit he deserved.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks so much, Ian - I agree and hopefully this show really opens up what he did as a rider

[@steve132d]

Finished it best interview I’ve seen of a motorcycle rider and I’ve seen a lot! and there’s stories at the end were brilliant 😂

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Steve, that’s incredibly kind of you - so glad you enjoyed the episode 🙌🏼

[@paulmunday5552]

Brilliant interview. Always been a fan of James. Remember the commentator saying on one of the bsb races, I think it was when he was on the virgin R7 that loads of teams wanted James to race for them but they couldn't afford the repair costs😂

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Cheers, Paul! Yeah he got a bad rap more than was really warranted but once the label is there it’s hard to shake off regardless of results. It definitely wasn’t through lack of trying 😁

[@ianpalliser9529]

Great pod. Keep 'em coming!

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Ian! Plenty more on the way 🙌🏼

[@davegreenslade4539]

Always enjoy listening to James, very honest and open chat good guy👍 another great pod guys 👏👏

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Dave! 🙌🏼

[@racinghome657]

Fantastic stuff Dave, probably your best one yet. What a star James is, what a positive outlook after all his ups and downs. No Christmas card for Bosworth I would guess.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼 all the time in the world for James and look forward to doing it again sometime - as for Boz, you’ll find out what he thinks in a couple of weeks time 😉

[@andrewmallard2301]

Always enjoy a quick chat with James or any of the Eurosport team. Always there for a bit of advice to the younger racers, too. Love the fact he mentions Ellsworth. Great MX track, but sadly, now closed.

[@andrewmallard2301]

Forgot to mention, Roger Marshall being in Ryan's corner, appears to have made a massive difference and as James alludes, a great man manager.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

You enjoy the Eurosport team? Well you’re in luck because next week… James Whitham 😁

[@redchemicalsltd2324]

Hello James, This is an epic interview on your complete career, thankyou for sharing....l did not realise the Shit & Team Politics that you had been through.... I was racing National 600's in the late 90's... just me & my Dad out the back of a Transit van, 2 sets of tyres only for the 3 days.... Happy memories. With reference to your Foggy Petronas stint, l had a few beers at one of the Goodwood Revival meetings with the legend Troy Corser, l had read about special engines for him & asked him the question....guess what, he said that all engines were the same specification for you & him....maybe he meant all 'his' engines were the same spec😅....James, you were a great talent that had a rough ride getting what you deserved...Best regards.👍

[@nervo6321]

James is a great pundit on BSB and never forget a fantastic rider.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Agreed completely, Nervo! 🙌🏼

[@SeanRidley-g7z]

That was fantastic, really enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the kind words 🙏🏼

[@nicksidell4797]

What a guy & well as a cracking pod Dav 👍

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Nick, James is one of my favourites (truth be told all the Eurosport guys are) he’s a true gentleman 🙏🏼

[@rob-zx9kf]

What a great bloke!

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Rob, we completely agree

[@kevinallan7021]

Another brilliant KZbin/podcast, it's great to hear their stories and answers to your questions. Next time that you're up in Scotland Stuart Easton would be a great interview. Well done keep up the good work👍

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

That’s if we’re allowed back into Scotland after taking far too long to remember Stuart’s name 😁

[@savagehamzter8850]

Great interview 👍

[@ralphr1960]

Absolutely brilliant interview 🙏

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Very kind of you and hugely appreciated, thanks Ralph 🙏🏼

[@pclark6068]

Really enjoyed that… was a big fan when he was racing and enjoy his tv work 👍

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thank you, Paul! He’s a grand fella in all he does 😊

[@greengreenie55]

Just brilliant.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks Bryan, glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏼

[@mattblackledge9068]

Excellent podcast. Keep up the great work.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Much appreciated, thanks Matt!

[@trevormartin5459]

Another great interview Dave.When you're sitting at home on a Sunday watching the racing you don't realise all the politics and BS going on.Did anyone else notice the chickens in the garden?😀🐔

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks, Trevor. Yeah, there’s so much of it about even today. Having worked for a BSB team for two years I’ve seen and heard things that beggar belief but that’s racing - always has been, always will be. As for the chickens, I could just see them out the corner of my eye 😂

[@johningle8850]

If James rode every bike the same as he talks he would have won every race he started. Loved that thanks for your time 👏👏

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks John, really nicely put :-)

[@richardpage6522]

Anther grate Blog loved that interview with James what a top guy loved the story’s . 👍. Looking forward to who you will be interviewing next

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Cheers, Richard! Next week, it's Whit :-D

[@Aron-zc4qe]

Fantastic chat! That hire car story was wild! 😂

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Definitely in the all-time top three!

[@mooncatandberyl5372]

James was in my year at middle school age 8-12 yrs old, n his father was GP for my family, his father retired early to support James in his career. Interesting fact, racing bikes was not his first appearance on TV, James is related to fashion designer Zandra Rhaodes n when an episode of this is your life was dedicated to Zandra, James n his immediate family also appeared on it. Just before it aired on TV, James gave a presentation at school, age 10, or 11 or possibly12, explaining whom she was n that he would be on the show, I moved out the area, moved back for a few years, n moved out the area again, but while back there, once while shopping in local supermarket, despite not seeing each other for about 30 yrs, he recognised me n called out my name n I had a conversation with him, he really is a down to earth positive polite gentleman. Im not saying anymore about him or his family, its his decision what he chooses to say about himself n his family.

[@marksimpson4258]

Very good on the TV, and a very good rider 😊

[@alanhowatson3462]

He can talk the hind legs of a donkey, but what a great bloke who's very entertaining. Write a book James.

[@lynnegee6814]

Yes, I'd buy it! 📙

[@newpuppy21]

Love a bit of James the hands Hayden !

[@phildunn3546]

i feel very sorry for you james you obviously were one of the greatest riders of your time

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

You’re not a fan are you, Phil…

[@keithgreig7136]

Love the chickens looking in :)

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Best place for them, outside looking in 😁

[@theshrew69]

Love these chats, this one was interesting. However the last couple I've watched the sound quality has driven me crazy. Please don't take offence its just constructive criticism, apart from that well done keep up the good work the interviews are great.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Morning Shrew! Sorry to hear about your sound experience, this is quite a rare comment. Apart from James’ cold which couldn’t be helped and the room with uber-echo with Jordan & Frank, I work hard to make the sound as good as I possibly can. What are the issues you’re having?

[@The_Bag__]

Morning, Yes I agree it’s not the norm tbh the guests, content etc are normally good. I love the behind the scenes content 👍 One of the vids I watched a few weeks ago the mic sounds weren’t balanced. I can’t remember who it was with but you were quiet and the guest volume was fine. No real drama tbh just thought I’d say to try and help to make what is already good even better. Best wishes for future episodes ✅

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

@@The_Bag__ I appreciate the feedback, thank you. I do try my best with every show audio but I’m definitely no sound engineer (or trained video editor for that matter 😁) but feedback is always appreciated. Now we’re selling ad space to help increase production value I’d love to sub the audio out properly but that’s way down the road yet - we need people to take us up on it first 😁

[@peterbalac1915]

Ffs what a pair of melts, from acorns grow mighty oak trees easiest thing in the world to criticise constructive criticism my arse. Definitely the best interviewer never interfere,,, not that there's an option with James 😂 love the Guy massive fan he used to say his dad was a surgeon so if he got injuries he could fix him brilliantly as the norm buddy!!!

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks a lot, Peter! I work hard on my technique to get the best from my guests, most of the time it’s better to say nothing and give them time to think and speak. The show is always about the guest and not about me so it’s only right the guest speaks more 😁

[@bananabrooks3836]

Hayden at Goodwood: Matchless G50: 'l'm not used to being ridden like this' Hayden: 'Well get used to it, 'cause we ARE winning this race'

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Absolutely right! 😁

[@bananabrooks3836]

YT 'Barry Sheene memorial trophy 2015 part 2'.@@OffTrack_Podcast

[@phildunn3546]

nice of you to compliment your fellow presenters at sky maybe there are some people behind the lense ?

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

He did, Phil… he said it was a great team to work with including the people we don’t see?

[@lee4171]

Great chat. After listening/watching many hours of numerous views about the Petronas project, you realise what a piece of shit that whole project was. Little interest in winning, just making money for a select few. The greedy side of motorcycle racing. Love the wheel-nicking story.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Have you listened to the Nigel Bosworth chat? It’s fascinating as to how it all started and then our chat with Jack Valentine tells of the other end of the story. They were never in it to win 🙂

[@lee4171]

@@OffTrack_Podcast I have, Dave. It's indicative of how big money can ruin sport, and in some cases, peoples careers. It also reveals the level of integrity of many involved. I think the silence and shoulder-shrugging by some of those involved post-project is pretty revealing, and ultimately embarrassing for them. Keep up the excellent work.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

@@lee4171 Ah excellent, and thanks so much, Lee 🙏🏼

[@crumblymal8479]

Another one out of the park James Haydon talk about getting crapped on from a great height how he is so positive about the way he was treated is a credit to the man , sometimes this sport just chews people up and spits them out .James has the perfect view on it he fully enjoyed the good times and and has ended up in a happy fulfilled place in life absolute top guy . Great questions as usual I must say I would love to see Danny Kent do really well this year and I have always felt that he got a bad rap in Moto 2 and was beating his teammate Miguel Olivera when they shared a box for Leopard in it first iteration in Moto2 and the same when he rode for the Speedup team . Brilliante watch what a worst moment cringe fest and stonking Hire car story cheers 👌👍

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Cheers, CM! James was ever the gentleman as you saw. Glad you enjoy 😊 next week with Whit we talk a bit about Danny and say very similar things, high hopes for him and also he’ll be on the show early season, too. That worst moment is probably the best worst moment we’ve had 😁 as for the hire car… incredible effort 😂

[@indy500tabasco8]

King of baggers👽👽👽👽

[@Adam-ql1vz]

Unlucky for James but employing Lavilla was a stroke of genius in 2005.

[@70sboy62]

Unfortunately I was introduced to him many years ago and his very first comment to me was around my hair loss, something that seemed to humour him, hope he's grown up but there again a leopard never changes its spots.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Quite damning if you’ve not been in his company since? He’s an absolute gentlemen; we all did things that weren’t great or well received when we were younger but we do mature in the end. Just as James has.

[@70sboy62]

James was at a good level of racing at the time, he had some great results, so I was expecting him to have a more professional attitude, still a great podcast, sorry if my comment was offensive however, I was just being honest.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

@@70sboy62 Genuinely no worries on my part, and I appreciate your honesty 😊

[@mooncatandberyl5372]

he was in my year at middle school, n was a normal boy, i moved out the area, moved back for a few years then moved out the area again but while back there once at local supermarkett he called out to me n I had a conversation with him, he is a decent down to earth positive polite gentleman so i reckon you made that up because you are jealous of him or because you have something personal against him like he beat you in a race.

[@70sboy62]

@@mooncatandberyl5372 Think what you like, you were not there, so your opinion is irrelevant, however, other people around me witnessed it, but I will agree with some other replies on here and agree that people do change, and he would now possibly apologise.

[@warren9331]

The death of common sense. Nailed it

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

All day long, Warren 🙌🏼

[@stelewis5040]

Listened to 3 minutes couldn’t cope with the constant sniffing of snot,blow your fuckin nose😩

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Thanks for your feedback, Ste

[@stelewis5040]

I love James,met him loads at BSB,signed hats and stuff for the kids but I just can’t listen to people sniffing snot back up their nose,sorry for being negative Dave,love everything you’ve done 🫣

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

@@stelewis5040 Honestly Ste, I don’t mind because it’s how you feel about it and you were being honest 😊 no worries here, mate 🙏🏼

[@phildunn3546]

My apologies for the bitchy comments they were unnecessary and misguided.

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

It’s how you felt at the time, Phil, no apologies necessary 🙏🏼 I’ll always make light where I can 🙂

[@rossbingham-zx8ud]

Bit of a prat

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Each to their own, Ross 🙂

[@phildunn3546]

you really think this is ok ? sound check

[@OffTrack_Podcast]

Over 5000 people on audio and video think it’s ok so far, Phil. The sound is spot on, I make sure of that; James was getting over a heavy cold. Apologies if it spoilt it for you.