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ADV BikesMeet the New ‘L’Avventura’ Adventure Bike by WSM

Meet the New ‘L’Avventura’ Adventure Bike by WSM

Form follows function in the latest bike from renowned custom builder.

Published on 11.10.2017

There is just something so right about the look of Walt Siegl Motorcycles’ (WSM) new adventure bike, the L’Avventura. From the dual headlights (one clear, one yellow, for improved contrast and night vision), to the upswept exhaust tucked neatly under the tail section, this built-to-order bike pulses with style and purpose. It pays homage to classic big-bore Dakar bikes from the days when the ultimate off-road race was held on the same continent as the city it’s named after, yet also manages to update the desert-racer look. The result is a stunning blend of form and function that makes you wish other motorcycle manufacturers were paying closer attention.

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

It’s not really surprising that the L’Avventura comes from WSM, a New Hampshire-based custom builder of some of the most beautiful motorcycles in the world. Siegl himself is a true renaissance man: artist, engineer, endurance racer, cultural tastemaker, business exec. His other two “production” models – the Bol d’ Or and the Leggero – manage to transform Ducati street bikes into something even more beautiful.


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And the spec sheet indicates the L’Avventura is meant for adventure riding. It’s powered by an 1,100cc air-cooled Ducati L-Twin. The smooth, flowing Kevlar fairing blends seamlessly into a fuel tank that holds 6.5 gallons, enough to actually get to places adventure riders want to go. The front end looks the business, featuring Showa USD forks that are tuned to the individual needs and riding style of each buyer, a 21-inch front wheel and massive Brembo brakes. Out back is a 17-inch wheel, a beefy double-sided swingarm with Öhlins rear shock and a smoothly rounded tail section that speaks of an artist’s hand. L’Avventura riders face a large fairing-mounted GPS just below the line of sight that can be removed for security or to help you find your way on foot. Nice touch.

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

Crash bars are integrated into the trellis frame’s overall design so smoothly you almost miss them at first, and the distinctive Ducati engine is protected front to back by a long, drilled aluminum skidplate.

WSM hasn’t published full official specs for the L’Aventurra, but we’ve seen reports that the whole package weighs in at a curb weight of under 350 pounds. If true, that means it would seriously undercut big-bore adventure bikes from BMW, KTM, Honda and Yamaha. Clearly, the L’Aventurra is one bike that was meant to do more than look pretty.

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

L'Avventura Adventure Motorcycle by Walt Siegl Motorcycles

For more info go to www.waltsiegl.com

Author: Bob Whitby

Bob has been riding motorcycles since age 19 and working as a journalist since he was 24, which was a long time ago, let’s put it that way. He quit for the better part of a decade to raise a family, then rediscovered adventure, dual sport and enduro riding in the early 2000s. He lives in Arkansas, America’s best-kept secret when it comes to riding destinations, and travels far and wide in search of dirt roads and trails.

Author: Bob Whitby
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Martin Shirley
Martin Shirley
November 10, 2017 1:54 pm

This is what we are all looking for. At that weight, with a twin litre engine, you can ask any price for it.

Kurt
Kurt
November 10, 2017 2:35 pm

And they will… 8 bajillion dollars.

paquo
paquo
November 10, 2017 3:00 pm
Reply to  Kurt

I want to say 30k , but really 75 or 80 lol

Me
Me
November 10, 2017 8:35 pm

Saying that it looks like a Cagiva is like assuming a hippopotamus is a mermaid.

Bob
Bob
November 11, 2017 6:39 am

Huh, that’s a USA build. No wonder it’s air cooled, I don’t know that Ducati makes an air-cooled Euro4 compliant 1100cc cycle / engine in 2017/ 18.

So, how does a NH custom builder get a new 1100cc air cooled Duc engine? What model would that build start with?

Dean Henthorn
Dean Henthorn
November 13, 2017 2:11 pm
Reply to  Bob

Connections…..

Dean Henthorn
Dean Henthorn
November 13, 2017 2:14 pm
Reply to  Bob

Fantastic looking bike. The weight is certainly right, love the integrated crash bars and entire front end thinking. Well done.

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the answer for all the other threads about off road adv bikes - Page 5 - Stromtrooper Forum : Suzuki V-Strom Motorcycle Forums
November 13, 2017 12:15 pm

[…] first there is a happy middle … if you meant a bike i can drag a knee on the track and go on single tracks i agree.. but if you are talking about a bike that can handle single tracks and can cruise comfortably for miles i disagree of course there are now is it sub 400lb no,never said it is..it is not dual sport or a dirt bike its an adv . will it be under 10k never said that either . will it be as good as dirt bike NO will it be as good as touring bike NO but hence the 50/50 part! this will feel as at home on the dirt as it feels on the highway not the best at any of them but equally good at both .something todays ADV bike are not! yes but the whole idea is of an adv bike is "Jack of all trades master of none" all im saying this will be equally the jack of all trades with no particular preference to either all of the adv bike today on the market (even the 800 xcx , f800gs ) are favored for the road this one seems to be 50 50 . as for the price ..i bought my VEE2 brand spanking new just as it came out paid full msrp for it 13k if remember correctly. this is projected to be around 14 and for that you get state of the art suspension ,electronics etc… oo yea you get more HP for less weight and more torque then the Vee 2 as well. ps. here is a 350lb adv bike with a ducti 1100 L twin GO UNICORN!! Meet the New 'L?Avventura' Adventure Bike by WSM – ADV Pulse […]

wayne
wayne
November 13, 2017 2:42 pm

under 350 lbs! Now we are getting somewhere. I hope the seat is not tooo high. Air cooled might be a bit hot on the legs but worth it for the weight loss.

Justin Regan
Justin Regan
November 14, 2017 1:59 am

MSRP probably too high but specs are awesome

Mike Fields
Mike Fields
November 14, 2017 6:53 am

Looks wonderful; but what use is an adventure bike without luggage racks?

Keith
Keith
January 4, 2018 1:39 pm

I’m waiting for someone (I’m too poor) to combine a Versys 650 engine and wiring harness/lights/instruments etc and a custom subframe with a KX450F rolling chassis. I think it would make the ultimate adv bike.

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