Tank Riot: Episode 14

The World's Fastest Indian

Recording Date: April 12, 2006
Running Time: 44 minutes 33 seconds
File Size: 36 MB
Download MP3

Show Notes

Tank Riot discusses the new movie, The World's Fastest Indian! They review the film about the legendary motorcycle racer Burt Munro, starring Anthony Hopkins as Munro. The film follows Burt from New Zealand to the Bonneville Salt Flats and speed record history. Learn interesting facts about Burt Munro not included in the movie.

Tank Riot also covers famous speed records including Art Arfons and the Green Monster, Craig Breedlove and the Spirit of America, and Gary Gabelich and the Blue Flame. Plus, find out why Tor like the current record holder's (ThrustSSC) engines so much.

Sputnik and Viktor also heat up the Harley-Davidson and Indian debate. Perhaps your best bet is from Japan? How fast can a Honda CBR 600 go with a passenger? Tor answers that question from the viewpoint of the passenger.

Viktor gives a plug to the television pilot for Heat Vision and Jack, which is not exactly your typical motorcycle outlaw show.

Music is by the National Beekeepers Society.