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Dealing With Wildlife On Your African Motorcycle Safari

So, you're finally ready to make a coveted dream come true — to experience Africa astride an adventure bike on a motorcycle safari? The next decision is much harder —...
ADV Spotlight on RawHyde Adventures Owner — Jim Hyde

Recently we visited the headquarters of RawHyde Adventures, the number one off-road adventure bike training program in the United States. During our visit, we got a chance to...
Quinn Cody’s Off-Road Safety Tips for Adventure Riders

There are many factors out of our control when riding off-road, so it's important to focus on the things we can control to improve our safety. If you ride off-road...
How To Safely Carry DSLR Camera Gear on an Adventure Bike

The very nature of adventure riding lends itself to fantastic photo opportunities. We travel to amazing locations most people never get the opportunity to see. Capturing these moments in photos...
8 Motorcycle Camping Gear Essentials for Under $300

Nothing re-energizes your spirits like a tranquil night of camping under the stars. Adventure Motorcycles allow us to access pristine wilderness areas and remote beaches that few people...

Spy Photos May Reveal a KTM 690 Adventure in the Works

It's been eight long years since the KTM 640 Adventure last appeared on showroom floors. Since 1998, the 640 Adventure was beloved for its light weight, 300+ mile fuel range and long-travel suspension that made it a highly capable long-distance off-road travel... Read More

 3 Comments Tags: KTM, KTM 690 Adventure, KTM 690 Enduro, New Model

Published on 02.16.2015

Ready To Ditch The Tubes and Convert to Tubeless?

We all dread that moment when you realize you just got a flat. If you have tube type tires, you know you're in for a long delay. Removing the wheel, breaking the bead and getting the old tube out is exhausting work.... Read More

 3 Comments Tags: Bib Mousse, Flat Tires, Inner Tubes, Tire Balls, Tubeless, Tubeless Spoked Wheels, Tubliss

Published on 02.09.2015

KLR 650 with ‘Suspension Upgrade’ vs. KTM 990 Adventure R

klr-650 suspension upgrade vs. ktm 990 adventure r

Fan or not, most acknowledge the Kawasaki KLR 650 is a versatile machine. From single track to your daily commute or a tour across South America, it will take you just about anywhere you want to go. While it's known for being... Read More

 14 Comments Tags: 990 Adventure, KLR650, Motorcycle Review, Suspension, Touratech

Published on 02.03.2015

Metzeler Karoo 3 Dual Sport Tire Review

When Metzeler set out to improve their Karoo 2 dual sport tire, they took a bold step by moving away from a traditional off-road knobby design. Metzeler relied on their cutting edge technology to develop a distinctive tread pattern for the Karoo... Read More

 1 Comment Tags: Dual Sport Tires, K60 Scout, MC60, Sava, TKC 80

Published on 01.21.2015

10 Affordable Farkles for Under $40

When two worlds collide — one functional, one fanciful — what's left floating in their places are the gadgets and "do-hickeys" that make our bikes individuals. "Function" and "sparkle" combine, into one of the most awkward words you'll ever say... Read More

 6 Comments Tags: Budget Farkles, Cold Weather, Luggage, Storage

Published on 01.10.2015

This Modified KTM 690 Rally May Be the Ultimate ADV Bike

Lyndon Poskitt KTM 690 Rally Adventure Bike Basil

There’s no mystery to building an around-the-world bike. You want reliability, range and carrying capacity. Simplicity is a bonus when you’re days away from the nearest mechanic. And lighter is better if you plan to explore the far reaches of Siberia or... Read More

 3 Comments Tags: Dakar Rally, Hellas Rally, KTM 690 Enduro, KTM 690 Rally, Lyndon Poskitt, Races to Places

Published on 01.06.2015

CSC Cyclone RX-3 Officially Approved for Sale in the USA

It's not an easy task getting a new motorcycle approved for sale in the USA for street use. After going through several months of the process, CSC Motorcycles announced today that the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved their Cyclone RX-3... Read More

 3 Comments Tags: CSC, Cyclone RX-3, Small ADV Bikes, Zongshen

Published on 01.01.2015

Doing the LA Barstow to Vegas Ride on Big Bikes

Riding the LA Barstow to Vegas on a KTM 990 Adventure R

The LA Barstow to Vegas Ride is a long-running tradition for dual sport riders in Southern California. Each year, more than 500 riders rise early the day after Thanksgiving to take part in this historic two-day organized dual sport ride. It's a... Read More

 7 Comments Tags: 990 Adventure, Extreme Trails, F800GS, Group Ride, LAB2V, Las Vegas

Published on 12.29.2014