• Introduction

In ADVMoto Live! #17, host Carl Parker sits down with two adventurous guests from opposite sides of the world — Eric Hougen of Wolfman Luggage in Colorado, and André Sousa of RideThatMonkey.com, currently riding a Honda Monkey 125 around the globe. Together, they discuss the growing popularity of small motorcycles, why less can often mean more, and how downsizing can completely change your riding experience. From luggage design to long-distance endurance, this episode explores the spirit of adventure through simplicity and creativity.

• Episode Summary

What happens when a luggage maker and a world traveler team up to talk about small bikes? Eric and André share stories from their riding journeys — from Colorado to Greece — and offer insights into why smaller motorcycles are more capable than many think. They cover everything from luggage setups to ergonomics, and how small bikes can open doors to more personal connections, more adventure, and fewer limits.

• Big Ideas, Small Packages: Eric explains how Wolfman Luggage designs gear specifically for lightweight adventure and dual-sport motorcycles.
• Riding Around the World: André recounts his incredible journey through over 20 countries on a Honda Monkey, showing that true adventure doesn’t require a big engine.
• Advantages of Going Small: Lower weight means easier handling, better accessibility, and less intimidation for new riders.
• Packing Smart: Both guests share minimalist travel strategies — focusing on efficiency, weight balance, and only carrying what truly matters.
• Challenges and Rewards: From broken wheels to chance encounters, André shares how hardship often leads to the best stories and the kindest people.

Whether you ride a 1200cc ADV bike or a 125cc commuter, this episode reminds us that adventure is about the journey, not the displacement.

• Highlighted Quotes

“Anyone can go around the world on a big bike — but the challenge is doing it on a small one.” — André Sousa

“The right luggage makes any motorcycle an adventure bike.” — Eric Hougen

“Sometimes smaller bikes make you slow down — and that’s when you meet the best people.” — Carl Parker

“We started Wolfman to make gear that lets you go anywhere — no matter the size of your bike.” — Eric Hougen

• Support & Follow-Up

Check out WolfmanLuggage.com for durable, USA-made luggage systems for adventure and dual-sport bikes of all sizes. Follow RideThatMonkey.com and @ride_that_monkey to keep up with André’s ongoing global adventure. Find more interviews, stories, and travel features at AdventureMotorcycle.com.

• About ADVMoto Live!

ADVMoto Live! is an original adventure and dual-sport podcast for riders who live and breathe the long way around. Hosted by Carl Parker, the show features explorers, builders, and dreamers whose stories inspire and define the adventure motorcycling community.

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Host Carl Parker talks with Wolfman Luggage founder Eric Hougen and world traveler André Sousa of Ride That Monkey about the freedom of small bikes, minimalist packing, and what it means to take adventure one small step at a time on ADVMoto Live! #17.