The Ricky & Robb Podcast – Ep. 13
Motocross legend Rick Johnson joins Coach Robb for a wide ranging conversation covering SuperMotocross, MXGP, AMA Motocross, electric motorcycles, Stark VARG, and the evolution of rider performance. Rick shares why electric motorcycles and electric trucks have changed his perspective on power delivery, rider development, military training, and off road riding. The discussion compares electric power curves to modern four stroke motocross bikes while highlighting how technology, bike setup, and rider feedback continue to shape the future of motocross.
The conversation then shifts to the current 450 Motocross Championship, breaking down Haiden Deegan, Jet Lawrence, and Hunter Lawrence. Rick explains why Deegan should ignore championship points and instead focus on becoming one percent better every race by studying the Lawrence brothers’ race craft, corner speed, smoothness, bike setup, and decision making. They discuss the value of test riders like Johnny O’Mara and Trey Canard, the importance of complete team development, mental toughness, recovery, and how championships are often won through consistency rather than raw aggression.
The final section dives deep into motocross training, sports science, breathing techniques, mental performance, and rider longevity. Rick explains how lessons learned from Ironman champions, cycling legend John Howard, and breathing coach Ian J. Johnson transformed his racing career. He shares practical breathing strategies, nose breathing, complete exhalation, race day focus, and recovery techniques that help reduce arm pump, improve endurance, and maximize motocross performance. The discussion also challenges traditional motocross training methods, emphasizing intelligent periodization, proper recovery, nutrition, hydration, and mental resilience as the keys to winning at every level of the sport.
Time Stamps & Topics of Conversation:
0:00: Electric Motorcycles & Trucks
10:49: Haiden Deegan vs. Lawrence Brothers
25:15: Today’s Riders Overtrained?
40:47: Science of Breathing
47:27: Reduce Arm Pump Through Breathing
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