The S&S Cycle Proven Performance Podcast is designed to bring the v-twin community together around custom bikes, performance parts and personalities inside and outside S&S.
On this episode of the Proven Performance Podcast, we sit down with S&S Cycle product development leaders Jeff Bailey and Justin Bramstedt to talk S&S history, what goes into turning an idea into a finished product, and how we put our products to the test in the real world before they ever make it to market.
10 Oct 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 17
On the latest episode of the Proven Performance Podcast, we sit down with leaders of the motorcycle print industry: Chris Callen of Cycle Source, Cary Brobeck of Choppers, and Jordan Mastagni of Hot Bike Magazine to discuss print media's role in the current motorcycle landscape. http://hotbike.com/ https://choppersmagazine.com/ https://cyclesource.com/
23 Jul 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 16
S&S Cycle was founded in 1958 by George Smith Sr. and now four generations later, the Smith Family is still heavily involved in day-to-day operations at S&S Cycle. In this episode, we sit down with a couple of the fourth generation Smith brothers to hear what they do at S&S.
4 Jun 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 15
In the latest podcast, we sat down with Cometic Gaskets to get the real deal explanations about why your engine build wants something better than the thin paper stuff you can find at your local hardware store.
19 May 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 14
In this episode of the Proven Performance podcast, we sit down with Reaper Smith who gives us insight on defying stereotypes, being a service tech/bike maintenance guru, and stunt riding in Las Vegas.
28 Apr 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 13
Ever wonder what goes into designing a cam? Is it driven by use, torque, horsepower or something else? We sat down with Jason Perkins of our engineering department to find out in this episode of the Proven Performance Podcast.
2 Apr 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 12
This episode of the Proven Performance Podcast is for all you go-fast racers and riders. We sit down and talk about the past, present, and future of racing at S&S Cycle with Jeff Bailey head of our race department.
4 Mar 2026
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 11
In this episode of the Proven Performance Podcast, we talk about the difference between torque and horsepower. We hear from an S&S Cycle engineer as to which is most important and we get a good look at how a v-twin works.
12 Dec 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 10
Here's episode 10 of the Proven Performance Podcast, where we sit down with Hunter and Jan to get the inside scoop about compliant parts, emissions protocols, and detail the work we put in in our private emissions lab.
13 Nov 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep.9
Episode 9 is live! Every once in a while we have an opportunity to spend some time with someone who helped shape the custom industry and this is definitely one of those times. Join us as we welcome Cory Ness to the S&S Proven Performance Podcast!
22 Oct 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 8
In this episode of the S&S Cycle Proven Performance Podcast, we sit down with Rob Schopf to talk hot rod Harleys, performance Indians and Vespa scooters on the freeway, as well as some really great S&S history that Rob was instrumental in!
2 Oct 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 7
On this episode of the proven Performance Podcast, we spend some time talking exhausts with Hunter Klee. As the head of the exhaust and emissions departments at S&S Cycle, Hunter brings extensive expertise to both areas and is always eager to share his knowledge.
11 Sept 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 6
In this episode of the Proven Performance Podcast, we bust some common cam myths and set the record straight with real facts. Give it a listen and let us know your thoughts!
28 Aug 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 5
If you've ever wondered what it was like to race an Indian Motorcycle in the King of the Baggers Series, this is the podcast for you. Join us in hearing from the racers of the Indian Wrecking Crew as they share stories about the banking at Daytona, wheel-bending wheelies, and how when one rider wins, the whole team wins.
13 Aug 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 4
As the S&S Proven Performance Podcast continues, we gather some of the long-time team members to discuss the introduction of the S&S Cycle V-Series and, of course, the Harley-Davidson® Evolution!
23 Jul 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 3
In episode #3 of the Proven Performance Podcast, S&S Cycles' Howard Kelly, talks with Vintage Tour SH-Series builders Mike Beland of A1 Cycles and Xavier Muriel from Providence Cycle Worx about their bikes, the build process, and what it was like being a part of the 2025 Vintage Tour.
9 Jul 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 2
The Proven Performance Podcast is back for episode #2, S&S Cycles' Howard Kelly, talks with Vintage Tour P-Series bike builders: Chris Callen from Cycle Source Magzaine and Brian Klock of Klock Werks about their bikes, the build process, and quite a few other topics as well!
25 Jun 2025
Proven Performance Podcast Ep. 1
The Proven Performance Podcast is here and in episode 1, S&S Cycles' Howard Kelly, talks with Vintage Tour KN-Series bike builders: Chip Kastelnik from San Diego Customs and Kevin "Teach" Baas of Vintage Bike Addiction about their bikes, the build process, and quite a few other topics as well!
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