Here’s Your Chance To Explore Baja and New Mexico On A Tuareg 660
Unique all-inclusive journeys with Aprilia on their dirt-focused adventure bike!
Returning for its third year, Aprilia is bringing back their all-inclusive rides on the Tuareg 660 with two unforgettable adventures to choose from. Aprilia’s Tuareg Experience not only returns to Baja for the new year, the Italian brand is also bringing back an unforgettable journey within the United States with New Mexico included in the program.
With both adventures covering some of the best terrain of each region, Aprilia’s Experience program is designed for riders looking to enjoy the Tuareg 660 in a true dual sport environment. The unique all-inclusive journeys led by Aprilia include rental of a Tuareg 660, guides, meals and lodging. Check out what’s in store!
Baja Tuareg Experience
This 1000-mile adventure will head to Baja California for some of the world’s most celebrated ADV terrain on a six-day journey. Criss-crossing the upper peninsula, the experience begins in San Diego, California in a loop that takes riders on and off-road to Ensenada, San Quintin, Cataviña, Bahía de Los Angeles, San Felipe, and back north for an unforgettable adventure that celebrates the best mix of dirt, asphalt and sea salt.
The Baja adventure will run from February 16th through February 23rd. Expect a variety of desert and mountainous landscapes mixed in with stretches of tarmac and incredible coastal views, plus delicious food along the way.
New Mexico Tuareg Experience
From expansive desert flats to breathtaking mountain tops, Aprilia’s New Mexico adventure is a unique opportunity to test the Tuareg’s capability through some of the best of the Rocky Mountains. Covering approximately 700 miles over three days, the journey will offer an epic combination of technical dirt riding and limitless vistas.
The adventure begins in Taos, New Mexico in a loop that takes riders into the Rockies, Pagosa Springs, and southern Colorado. Running from May 29th through June 2nd, the journey will offer a wide variety of terrain and elevations reaching around 11,000 feet, while also including a nearly 50-mile section of the New Mexico BDR. Expect incredible views and great food along the way.
Ready For The Tuareg Experience?
The all-inclusive Baja adventure by Aprilia is priced at $3,750, whereas the New Mexico Experience comes at $2,500. Additionally, the New Mexico Experience offers a cheaper option at $1,500 for those who prefer to ride their own Tuareg.
According to Aprilia, both journeys will cover more than 200 miles on most days over a variety of technical roads and environments so it is advised participants have an intermediate level of experience with mixed conditions. For more information and to register, go to Aprilia’s Baja Tuareg Experience page and/or the New Mexico Tuareg Experience site.
Photos by Aprilia and Ely Woody
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If you plan to visit New Mexico, Please keep your valuables secure and out of sight. Theft is rampant.
Also, if you plan to visit Mexico, please wear level IV body armor under your ADV jacket and a battle helmet instead of your regular Klim helmet since drug cartel shootouts and kidnappings are rampant. Finally, Aprilia cannot guarantee the safety of your Starbucks lattes.
Better yet stay in the security of your home and never go out of your room due to active shooters all over the USA
That’s a bit of an exaggeration, but it’s always smart to look after your things and just use common sense.Not sure how your comment contributes to this story. There is a ton of fantastic riding in New Mexico. I think Aprilia made a good choice in choosing there to let people experience their bikes as there is a wide variety of terrain.
They’re talking about New Mexico NOT Mexico. Two entirely different places. New Mexico is in the United States.
Oh, my bad, I didn’t realize that Baja California is part of the United States now.
Lived in Belize for four years! Rode trail bikes all around Central America, including Mexico & Guatemala! No problems! Very safe and the people there love Americans! Well, they did then! That was 2015-2017! Like anywhere, just use common sense! If it’s Mexico, Guatemala or New Mexico (USA), ask the locals where to go or not go! Take your diaper off and just ride! Stop watching the news!
Well said brother, get away from the “resort” areas and the people and culture is fantastic. Rode with Seirra Madres 6 years ago. Awesome experience.
Great Starbucks near Las Salas, El Salvador, by the way ! Serve flan!
Same can be said for traveling anywhere in the U. S. Just be prepared to experience an amazing time riding
Genius! 2 great destinations. Mexico for adventurers that don’t mind being outside of the USofA. New Mexico for those folks that prefer to stay within US borders. I am of the former mindset. I’ve traveled in Mexico (and much sketchier places) and never had a serious problem. I can say the same thing about traveling within the US. Operate in your own personal comfort zone, wherever that may be, and enjoy. Kudos to Aprilia for keeping this going and offering options.