Supercross riders prep for Motocross opener; RJ Hampshire interview | Title 24 | Motorsports on NBC

Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto are joined by Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250 West champion RJ Hampshire to discuss his journey through the sport to his first professional title. But first, they take a slew of fan questions prior to the start of the 2024 Pro Motocross season.
(0:00) Off weekend: Check out the bling!
(2:30) Coming up…
(3:24) Motocross 250: Who ya got?
(5:48) Tougher for Jett to go 22-0
(11:13) Fan questions! Why no offseason?
(12:58) Training for MX while contending for SX
(14:19) Pre-Moto: Train or some downtime?
(15:04) Transition mindset between SX and MX
(16:15) Jett Lawrence’s mindset
(17:34) Is Jett’s speed maxed out?
(19:21) How will the older guys keep up?
(20:32) Who will battle Jett: Current 450 or 250 rider?
(22:37) Haiden Deegan: Split time between 450 and 250?
(25:10) How can you tell a 250 rider will be good on a 450?
(29:06) Will Chase Sexton be more comfortable?
(30:28) Which title holds more weight: MX or SX?
(32:09) Difference in fitness between MX and SX?
(34:34) What was preferred more: MX or SX?
(35:25) What happens to the bikes post-SX?
(36:43) Hardest part coming back from injury?
(40:48) How to stay focused with outside noise
(44:10) Is there a technical inspection?
(46:02) What does the AMA look for during inspection?
(48:10) Did one manufacturer throughout whole career hurt?
(50:41) Why aren’t contracts talked about more?
(53:06) How does insurance work for riders?
(55:42) Hardest race of career?
(58:45) Better to be short or tall?
(1:01:40) Is first gate pick a disadvantage?
(1:03:15) Best rider to not win a title
(1:08:16) One current rider to face
(1:11:37) United Motorsports giveaway
(1:14:29) Motorsports on NBC
(1:16:19) RJ Hampshire interview
(1:49:06) Reaction to RJ interview
(1:51:58) Heading to Pala and Spain!
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[@lifeafterjess8872]

450 Outdoor title may not pay as good but it's the most important title in the world. Props to RJ for giving his wiffy the respect she's earning on race day!

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

When I was racing Amateur, most "normal" health insurance wouldn't cover RACING moto, but if you were just riding, that IS covered. I always had a separate policy specifically for the racing stuff because of that, but yes it was expensive. Lol I remember there was a short time like 2 weeks where there was a lapse in my race insurance, switched providers or whatever and my dad was like, "If you get hurt in this period don't you EVER say you were racing. If they ask what happened, just say "I was riding my motorcycle." Thankfully I didn't have to low-key commit insurance fraud at age 11. 😂😂

[@fleece192]

We always said it was a bicycle crash

[@fleece192]

Thanks guys. As usual,but a little long. I do like outdoor better. Most of us have grew up racing outdoors.

[@user-tv1le7sw2l]

Some really thoughtful questions this week.

[@davidhuffines2052]

Thanks for the insight to RJ, similar to John Dowd, well that's what came to my mind.

[@MesaCalledJaJaBinks]

Jettson McFlexxin’ Lawrence

[@Nicko_92]

Skippy the kid 🦘 lol

[@louisbernard9161]

With the star on RJ's shirt, it looks like we have a new sheriff in town :) Big congrats to RJ !!!

[@davidhuffines2052]

I have a feeling Justin Cooper is going to surprise us, especially with wanting to be a top tier YZ guy over his current 3rd tier.

[@mattstercheif6075]

Imagine asking the question that made both championship kings smile.

[@iceKOId]

51:03 look at what happened to UFC. When fighters found out what their competition was making it caused SO MANY contract disputes! Plus UFC fighters have said they don’t want the world knowing what they make. But I agree it makes the sport more interesting. I got my buddy to watch SMX because I told him Jett could win a million bucks!

[@BigDanT1221]

RJ is a Dawg!

[@MWA78]

No talk about Deegan!? Man I don't know how your not highlighting him more. Yall missed the boat on this pod.... keep it up and I will not waste my time watching....Just Saying. I watch and been watching because of Deegs. Started riding again 4 years ago and both my boys ride/race. All because of there you tube channel and his success in the amateurs and pros so far...

[@DonieK519]

Jimmy lamastus was dq'd at the Washougal national after breaking his frame and swapping to one of Smails frames because it wasn't what he teched

[@garylilly8739]

Hey!!!!! Shout out to Mr. Consistent. ... Your boy ML? Mike Larraco. Last one to win 500 outdoor? Somebody correct me if I'm wrong?

[@kelgusthart1789]

Im throwing it out there that Savatgy is in the title hunt if he stays healthy.

[@JonnyJetson754]

These is legendary episodes🥸 especially this one

[@thflash09msr]

Crazy that y’all are saying RJ, Levi, and Vialle are the top guys for 250, but don’t even mention Deegan or Shimoda at least. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@chriscampbell867]

Maybe Deegan is hurt?

[@TheShepdawg9]

Yeah... Cause they're better than deegan

[@thflash09msr]

@@chriscampbell867He’s definitely not hurt.

[@thflash09msr]

@@TheShepdawg9That’s why Deegan was in the championship last year and none of them were. Where did those three finish last year compared to Deegan and Shimoda?

[@TheShepdawg9]

@@thflash09msr well I hate to do your own research for you, but Levi was injured, and the other two both missed multiple rounds through injury.

[@JamieJohnson-vg4dm]

You guys forgot about danger boy deegen 😅 he will be up front for sure.. he's bringing the heat

[@redryder1146]

As long as he stays healthy, but that’s with all the riders

[@manassamauler7333]

I have to ask Ricky, if you had a choice, would you rather be known for the "Greatest of all time" or the "King of supercross?" I love you and RV and love the show!

[@Ivan-zi2ni]

RC vs JL vs RV in motocross?? Dream scenario

[@mikekraz6193]

Deeg's baby!!

[@JPW328]

GLEN HELEN NATIONAL IS COMING BACK 🔥 it’s the best track on the roster!

[@kahutara818]

Should be multiple riders winning in 250s but i want to know, whos most likely to get their first win in class?? I got Hunter for 450s and maybe Hymas?

[@extremedf53]

When is Kenny coming back?

[@neilorange4112]

They made the announcement he is out the rest 24 I believe

[@redryder1146]

@@neilorange4112 that sucks I was looking forward to him coming back

[@crazy_ray0514]

I can’t believe neither of them said AC as one of the best to not win a premier title

[@Mtnbiker110]

Diaper deegan will crap his pants

[@lewibjork7955]

If Chase crashes out of the championship, I do not intend to watch motocross. Is this a common mindset, and did this happen when you were winning Ricky?

[@user-dh3dy9yi7b]

Deegan needs to win outdoors and defend his title in smx but thier is one rider I would wanna see take it all if not deegan n that is rj Hampshire love that guy and his story and how long it took to get here now the time to multiply that success by getting these 2 other titles and also a big payday year for him if he was able to do so

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

I don't see it happening, RJ's title here is just a fluke I'm afraid.

[@MyName-yl2nc]

Deegan takes outdoors and smx no doubt

[@neilorange4112]

I would like to see Joe get his starts and the Honda figured out he is so fast except off the gate

[@bretthenderson105]

​@@djjazzyjeff1232it was not a fluke indoors, he won that title last year if it wasn't for the super talent Jett lawrence. Rj was second in points

[@Tybren]

Rooting for Joe or Levi. Deegan is a punk, RJ needs to move up to 450s.

[@buck_maize111]

Is it called title 24 because between them they have 24 titles? Or is it because ryan was number 2 and RC was 4?

[@gzano7008]

Titles

[@jarrodwalk1027]

24 titles but I guess that too hagag

[@AF-by6bl]

Yes to both

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Yes.

[@JamieJohnson-vg4dm]

RC went undefeated twice 😅 in motocross 😅. Wondering if Jett can match his record.. Jett says he's going to try to do it..

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Jett's never lost a 450 outdoor race!

[@JamieJohnson-vg4dm]

@@djjazzyjeff1232 do what. I'm saying if Jett can go undefeated for the second time.. RC did it twice

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@JamieJohnson-vg4dm You're wondering if he can do it, I'm saying he's so far undefeated on a 450 outdoors, so it's as likely now as it's ever been.

[@gzano7008]

​@djjazyes MX of nations twice zyjeff1232

[@gzano7008]

​@@JamieJohnson-vg4dmRC 2X IN 24 MOTOS NOT 22. Jett will never compare to RC

[@heno2653]

Cmon guys you got producers and helpers and no one is pre reading these questions ? And please don’t get any higher on the fence speak your mind wether right or wrong RV don’t get up on that top rail with RC

[@AF-by6bl]

What do you mean “pre-reading these questions?” What was the problem?

[@joshisajedi2461]

@@AF-by6blThey just like complaining.

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Don't sleep on Tom but don't sleep on Deegan either. Kitchen's fast too, RJ tho i don't see it outdoors he's just too old he's gonna get gassed and not be able to hang with those kids.

[@ropedb]

Deegan will be 1st or 2nd in the championship

[@doglover136_]

i told my dad yesterday that i have him winning the race, not too sure who gets the other podium spots

[@seanhaberman4619]

I doubt it. Tom Vialle, Kitchen, and Jo Shimoda all have a better shot than him.

[@doglover136_]

@@seanhaberman4619 can’t wait for him to prove you wrong, once again, like he always does, if you were a true fan you would know that Jo only wins once the pressure is off of him at the end of seasons

[@seanhaberman4619]

@@doglover136_ Jo has been second and third in the outdoor title the past two years. He got a slow start last year because he was injured. Jo is faster than everyone when he's comfortable.

[@doglover136_]

@@seanhaberman4619 he’s faster than everyone when he’s comfortable and when the pressure is off of him

[@calebfreeman9361]

Still bitter on Kyle getting that Monster money back in the day I see. If Kyle got his eye dotted then he has eyes in the side of his head. Slowest punch I've ever seen. SMH!

[@charliemike13]

What happened?

[@calebfreeman9361]

Wrecky Stenhouse tried to land a punch on Kyle after the race and hit him above the ear in the side of the head. Then all the crew guys jump in. If I'm sneaking the first punch it's gonna be a quick jab to the snot box. RC doesn't like Kyle because he got his nascar monster money. That's a fact, I dated his first cousin and his parents told me that's why they didn't like Kyle when I told them he was my guy. But they were still super nice to me and treated me like fam.

[@cameronp9559]

Can we get a different show for you two to suck each other silly on, and one that you actually break down this year's races on? 75% of this podcast is RC and Ryan reliving their glory days, telling us what they would do 30 years ago on the track.

[@redryder1146]

That’s kind of harsh, but I kinda have to agree. They need to stop talking so much about themselves and talking about the riders that are competing today.

[@Bodie2020]

I have started turning off the 450!class races because Jett has not faced top form 450 riders a full season. He is a generational talent and will go down as one of the greatest ever. But he has not shown me anything that says he is better than every other rider by that much. He has essentially been unopposed on all but a few races in 450. When he was challenged hard he ended up dropping points. Only when unopposed has he dominated. My god the slowest top guy in copper Webb was his closest competitor. We all know copper isn’t the fastest.

[@lylesommers5018]

Bring on the outdoors,