Ty has come a long way from San Angelo, he attended High School in Santa Clara California and did a short stint at Mission College in Santa Clara (his course study of soccer and girls was not recognized by the UC College System). Since the young age of 6 he has been riding go carts, motorbikes, you name it. His first rides were a go cart followed by a Tecumseh Mini Bike, then a Honda CT ’70. Ty currently owns a lot of motorcycles including, Rosalinda a beautiful 2008 Victory Vision, Mariah, a second place winner in the 2008 Custom Car & Hot Rod Show. Mariah is a 2007 Victory Vegas Jackpot; Cory Ness Special Edition. Ty also owns a 2008 Husqvarna TE 610 named Brutus and a 2003 BMW Dakar. Ty is not only the Radio Host of our Central TX Motorcycle Talk Show on KJCE 1370 Talk Radio, but he is also the owner of Napalm MotorSports and our Barbeque Master Chef.
At Napalm MotorSports we strive to be the dealership where you will see the same faces time and time again.
Jim Anderson was raised on the speedway tracks of southern California watching his dad do battle with world's greatest speedway racers. Jim would race at intermission to the thrill of fans and fellow racers alike.
As he grew up he graduated to 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile and 1 mile flat track racing, winning multiple track and regional championships. Shortly thereafter Jim moved on to road racing where he won 3 regional championships with the CMRA organization.
Jim qualified for the national finals in 7 different classes in his first year of road racing. He finished in the top 5 in 2 of those classes ultimately finishing 4th in the United States.
As a contributing editor for Cycle News Magazine, Jim was the 1st one to write stories on Ben Speis, Nicky, Tommy and Roger Lee Hayden before anyone had ever heard of them. After that Jim started writing for Jet Sports Magazine. After asked to write an article on jet ski racing Jim actually won his first race, got the bug and ended up second place in the Texas State championship his 2nd year. The next season he won multiple State and southwest USA championships being sponsored by Red Bull that year.
Jim has also participated in various charity events raising money for the Childrens Miracle Network and other worthy causes.
Through his love of motorcycles he has been in the business since 1987 with the forte of getting those who have been turned down for financed APPROVED!. Napalm Motorsports is proud to have Jim on staff as General Manager and Supreme Track Master.
Favorite quote "If you can't win, Wheelie!"
Laura was born in Guadalajara Jalisco, Mexico while her father worked with the U.S. Govt. in conjunction with the Mexican Govt. She has worked in the automotive and powersports industry for the past 25+ years.
In her spare time she enjoys traveling and reading. Recently she has enjoyed working and messing around in her kitchen. We warned her, keep the Napalm away from open flame!
Richard, "Chico", started riding when he was 8 years old.His first
ride was a Yamaha YZ 80. Richard helps out at the parts counter, but he is our Husqvarna specialist. His favorite motorcycle is the Victory 8
Ball because it's "mean looking". Richard has been in the business for 5
years and brings a lot of knowledge to Napalm. He currently rides a Basket Case Sportster.
"What you do?"
Robby, our Parts Wizard is from Kentucky and has been riding since he was 12
years old. Robby has over 35 years in motorcylcles service
and parts. His love for motorcycles developed at a very young age with his
first motorcycle, a Triumph Tiger Cub. Robby has come along way from his Cub and
now owns an Aprilia Tuono.
"Ride it like you stole it."
Jon , "Sponge", is one of our Service Wizards. He specializes as our motorcycle inspector supreme. If you see him riding around Austin, he will be on his 04' HD Softail. Jon's first ride was a '05 Honda Shadow Spirit 750.
"Idleness & Dissipation Breed Apathy."
Service Wizard Paul, "Pauly" is from San Antonio. He has been working on
motorcycles for about 40 years. He started riding when he was 12; He
started working on motorcycles at a young age when he got tired of riding a
bicycle on his paper boy gig. He rides a brand new Victory Vision, a big change from
his first ride, a Honda CA 100 '65.
"Old School."
Service wizard Nick gained all his knowledge when he started riding at eight years old. He has been fixing motorcycles for about 25 years, and brings a lot of skills to Napalm Motorsports. He is the head wizard of our shop. He currently rides an "Old School Looking" KingPin 8 Ball. You break it, Nick fixes it.
"Loud pipes save lives."
Jeff comes to us from the DFW area with over 20+ years in the motorcycle industry. Jeff started riding as a little boy, riding mini bikes and ATV's. His years of riding led to Road Racing with the CMRA. Jeff made a name for himself by battling with the best in the region. As a top competitor, he can help you select the right bike and make sure you have the best options to meet your needs.
Courtney (Lil Evil One) moved to Austin from Chicago 10 years ago and has been here ever since. She grew up riding on the back of her dad’s bikes and, unfortuniatly, continues to be a passenger while she learns to ride. Her dad has had everything from a VTX 1800 to, his current pride and joy, the new Victory Vision. She spent the past few years living downtown bartending her way through college. Her desire for adrenaline and passion for speed has brought her back up north. Now a proud and founding member of the “Wrecking Crew,” she has found a home at the front desk, and trying on bikes for fun, at Napalm Motorsports.
“Guaranteed to wreck your home in 30 minutes or less, or it’s free.”
Andrea is our part time administration wizard, who loves motorcycles. Although she hasn’t a clue as to how the oil is changed on one of those things, her passion for the two wheeled motorbike makes up for that lack of knowledge. Her first ride was a Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R, and presently is the proud owner of a Hyosung GT650R.
“Slower traffic please keep right…Thank you!”
Emily (Lil Evil Too) was born and raised in Austin. Being in a city that prides itself on being weird she has definitely accomplished that, she is one crazy cutie. While growing up around Corvettes she developed a desire for speed and thus acquired a liking for sport bikes. After moving to College Station for a little bit and living the country life decided the city was where it was at and returned home to Austin and joined Team Napalm. Now an accomplished member of “The Wrecking Crew” she proudly stands its creed “Guaranteed to wreck your home in thirty minutes or less or it’s free.”
Ty has come a long way from San Angelo, he attended High School in Santa Clara California and did a short stint at Mission College in Santa Clara (his course study of soccer and girls was not recognized by the UC College System). Since the young age of 6 he has been riding go carts, motorbikes, you name it. His first rides were a go cart followed by a Tecumseh Mini Bike, then a Honda CT ’70. Ty currently owns a lot of motorcycles including, Rosalinda a beautiful 2008 Victory Vision, Mariah, a second place winner in the 2008 Custom Car & Hot Rod Show. Mariah is a 2007 Victory Vegas Jackpot; Cory Ness Special Edition. Ty also owns a 2008 Husqvarna TE 610 named Brutus and a 2003 BMW Dakar. Ty is not only the Radio Host of our Central TX Motorcycle Talk Show on KJCE 1370 Talk Radio, but he is also the owner of Napalm MotorSports and our Barbeque Master Chef.
