Jim Vota, Author at ADV Pulse

Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 3

We put our completed WR250R project bike to the test on its maiden journey.

Published on 12.15.2016

 22 Comments

Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 2

We turn a small-displacement dual sport into a capable Adventure Tourer.

Published on 09.13.2016

 25 Comments

Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 1

WR250R mods that make it more comfortable and capable for overland travel.

Published on 07.08.2016

 37 Comments

8 Tips To Consider Before Buying a Used Adventure Motorcycle

Make sure she's really your dream bike and not somebody else's problems.

Published on 04.22.2016

 8 Comments

prepping for a long distance motorcycle trip

Bike Preparation Tips for Long-Distance Motorcycle Trips

Tips to help ensure your journey remains an adventure, not a misadventure.

Published on 03.02.2016

 17 Comments

Interview With Adventure Motorcycling Pioneer — Ted Simon

A talk with Ted Simon, whose books inspired a generation to ride the world.

Published on 01.05.2016

 7 Comments

Packing Tips for Two-Up Motorcycle Camping

Bringing just enough for two to be comfortable without overloading the bike.

Published on 12.09.2015

 20 Comments

Why I Got Rid of My BMW GS and Bought a Scrambler Instead

Are new adventure bikes missing a connection between man and machine?

Published on 11.10.2015

 95 Comments

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Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 3

Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 2

Adventurizing the Yamaha WR250R on a Budget – Part 1

8 Tips To Consider Before Buying a Used Adventure Motorcycle

Bike Preparation Tips for Long-Distance Motorcycle Trips

Interview With Adventure Motorcycling Pioneer — Ted Simon

Packing Tips for Two-Up Motorcycle Camping

Why I Got Rid of My BMW GS and Bought a Scrambler Instead

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