# Episode 474 - Talking with ADV Riding Instructor Bret Tkacs

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Podcast: [Motorcycle Men](https://stenobird.com/podcast/motorcycle-men-1224)
Published: 2026-05-19T19:00:00+00:00
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Hello boys and girls, Today on the show, we’re sitting down with Bret Tkacs. Bret is one of the most respected names in adventure motorcycle training, known for his physics‑based teaching style, his ability to evaluate riders individually, and his mission to help ADV and dual‑sport riders ride smarter, safer, and with more confidence. We’re going to dig into how he trains riders the way they naturally learn, why traditional training often falls short, and what makes his programs so transforma...

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