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ADV Motorcycles Roundup: 2022-2023

The adventure bike segment is hotter than ever and showing no signs of slowing down. Although we only mention a few here, let us know what your favorites are in the comments.

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ADV Motorcycles Roundup: 2022-2023 Last year was exciting in the adventure motorcycle world with the likes of the Ducati Desert X and Aprilia Tuareg making a splash in the middleweight category. And rally raid inspiration is now the theme with several manufacturers playing on Dakar nostalgia.

Five Myths of Adventure Travel and Motorcycling

ADVMoto asked some of the most traveled globe riders about five common myths of adventuring around the world. Men, women, couples and solo travelers alike can learn something from the tremendous experience of our five panelists with over 40 years of combined travel, covering hundreds of thousands of overland miles, through every continent, in some of the most remote regions of the Earth.

Five Myths of Adventure Travel and Motorcycling Have you got the itch for adventure? Are you worried it's unsafe, too expensive or even simply impossible? ADVMoto asked some of the most traveled globe ri

Winning Dakar: Inside KTM Racing

An interesting look back at how KTM became one of the most dominant teams in the Dakar Rally...

Winning Dakar: Inside KTM Racing KTM’s racing success is hard to dispute, it’s at the very heart of their machines—both on- and off-road. ADVMoto wanted to find out what has made KTM’s Dak

A very cool event in a VERY cool place...👍

West 38 Moto Intermediate Off-Road Training

Flashy power slides, wheelies, jumping off things, climbing rock steps, and riding the notorious Black Bear Pass like nobody's business—that's more or less the image that comes to mind when we think of the words "intermediate" and "off-road training." But is that truly what training's all about?

West 38 Moto Intermediate Off-Road Training Flashy power slides, wheelies, jumping off things, climbing rock steps, and riding the notorious Black Bear Pass like nobody’s business—that’s more or less

Getting Younger Riders into Adventure Motorcycling

Things will definitely go wrong, and you'll continuously be frustrated, cold, sweaty, tired, beaten and worn-out. But, most definitely, you'll learn more in an adventure like this than most of your schooling years. You'll see corners of the globe so foreign to home that it will blow your mind. You'll meet people who live opposite lives to yours. You'll feel humbled, grateful and just plain stoked to be out in the world experiencing these things.

Getting Younger Riders into Adventure Motorcycling As we sat in our classroom at our university writing our seemingly never-ending theses, and were stuck on ideas about what to do once our formal education

Back to Simple Adventures

After traveling around the world for more than a decade, Michnus from Overland shared his experience on getting down to the essentials of motorcycle adventures:

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Back to Simple Adventures The hotels we stayed at during this last decade of moto travel weren’t the constant highlights of our trips. Sure, there were some situated around jaw-dropping landscapes. And yeah, getting out of the riding gear to grab a beer felt good. But nothing much was burned into our memories.

Which Gear is Ideal for Riding in Rain?

Good advice for dreary riding conditions...👇👇👇

Which Gear is Ideal for Riding in Rain? The choice of the “best gear” is unique to every individual. It’s best to start by asking yourself the following questions to help with the decision making

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Inside the Mind of a Dakar Racer: ADVMoto Interviews HRC Honda's Ricky

An inside look at one of today's greatest riders...

Inside the Mind of a Dakar Racer: ADVMoto Interviews HRC Honda's Ricky **Adventure Motorcycle Magazine got a chance to chat with Ricky Brabec after the 2017 Dakar Rally to learn about the physical and mental strength it takes

Travel Solo or with Company?

The ideal picture of a solo traveler standing next to their tent admiring the sunset, may hide loneliness and at the same time, the ideal picture of a couple standing hand-in-hand, may hide misery.

Travel Solo or with Company? Got room for one more? Oh, the eternal debate! One or two? And then, One, two or three? Or more? The options and conversations are countless…. I have to a

Pros and Cons of a Long Motorcycle Trip with Your Soul Mate

When you decide to take a long motorcycle trip with your love, the first thing to keep in mind is that you'll be sharing a lot of seat time together. This scenario can end in one of two ways: divorce or the realization that you want to spend the rest of your life with this person.
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Pros and Cons of a Long Motorcycle Trip with Your Soul Mate When you take a long motorcycle trip with your love, there will be times when you want to do one thing and your partner another. And count on moments when you will think it was a bad idea to live such an intense experience with anyone else.

Moto Wonder Woman - Getting to Know Jocelin Snow

She's a real force for this community...

Moto Wonder Woman - Getting to Know Jocelin Snow For many, motorcycling can be a fun hobby or an affordable way to commute. For Jocelin Snow, motorcycling is a way of life. From rider to racer and adventu

Our friend .turner.98 was just over in South Africa testing out the new Husqvarna Motorcycles Norden 901 Expedition...stay tuned to Adventure Motorcycle Magazine (ADVMoto) for her full review!!!

My First Enduro Ride

As a new rider since 2020, Heather Blackhall took a big step when she attended her first enduro training in Parekklisia, Cyprus...

Exclaim Enduro Tours Cyprus

My First Enduro Ride Today, I’m dipping my toe into the world of enduro riding at Exclaim Enduro in Parekklesia, Cyprus, a scenic village in the hills of Limassol with land for miles around that’s perfect for off-road adventures.

Photo Tips - Using Zoom to Compose Bike Photos

I often hear people say, "I wish my camera took photos like that." As with motorcycling, the person behind the equipment is the most important factor. We've put together some exercises to help you get the most out of the "moment."

Photo Tips - Using Zoom to Compose Bike Photos I often hear people say, “I wish my camera took photos like that.” As with motorcycling, the person behind the equipment is the most important factor. I've

Scorpion Serket Parallel Slip-On Exhaust for Ténéré 700

It was an easy decision to go with the Scorpion Serket Parallel Slip-On Exhaust in ceramic black. It complements all three color schemes beautifully and has a modern geometric shape that matches the curvature of the plastics, fitting the Dakar style of the Ténéré 700.

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Scorpion Serket Parallel Slip-On Exhaust for Ténéré 700 Last summer, after tackling the beautiful Trans Wisconsin Adventure Trail, I determined the OEM exhaust of my Yamaha Ténéré 700 was beginning to sound a bit… unvaried.

Eight Tips for Better ADV Photography

There are few riders who don't want to return home from their ride with at least a couple of magazine-worthy hero shots. And, although most of us have a camera phone and an automatic, or even a DSLR, we're left unsure as to how to get the most out of them. Let me tell you, leaving your camera in "Auto" mode isn't going to get the job done, but I've got some solid advice that will up the odds in your favor.

Eight Tips for Better ADV Photography There are few riders who don’t want to return home from their ride with at least a couple of magazine-worthy hero shots. And, although most of us have a ca

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10 Pro Tips for Living on the Road

Over the years we've watched as other riders announced their own record-setting ADV rides via websites and social media, only to read months or sometimes years later, in lesser-trumpeted postings, that their journeys were over and their wheels had stopped rolling. Well, here are a few things that may allow you to travel farther or longer than you might have imagined possible.

10 Pro Tips for Living on the Road “What?! You’ve been traveling for 14 months? That’s incredible!” squawked the robust man behind me, as we stood waiting in line at WalMart. “No, not month

How To Read a Roadbook Like a Dakar Vet

Nothing quite beats the feeling of achievement after overcoming a grueling week, sometimes two, of roadbook racing, which demands more than mere riding ability, testing even the most talented and prepared riders.

How To Read a Roadbook Like a Dakar Vet There’s a reason we keep going back for more. For some, it’s the freedom, the control, or the ultimate personal or competitive challenge. It’s the need for

Romania: A Hidden Gem for the Adventure Motorcyclists

I loved the diversity that Romania offers, from the sandy beaches of the Black Sea up to the mountain passes with amazing views. I knew I had to return one day.

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Romania: A Hidden Gem for the Adventure Motorcyclists From the very beginning, Romania offered a full package and completely fulfilled my every expectation.

Top Tips for Adventure Bike Rental

It's often far less expensive and less time consuming to rent or even buy local motorcycles at your destination, than to deal with shipping containers, dock unions, airlines and customs. And, in saving you time, it allows more time for the adventure itself.

Top Tips for Adventure Bike Rental It all begins with the quest to own the perfect ADV motorcycle You carefully study costs, weight, fuel capacity, maintenance, dealer networks, scour the f

Test Ride: 2019 Ural Gear Up

What's your experience with this super "old school" cycle?

Test Ride: 2019 Ural Gear Up When many of us see a sidecar, we think of the slow moving, antiquated Ural. As you should because they’ve been in production almost unchanged for over 75

REV’IT! Pulls No Punches with the New Stratum GTX Adventure Suit

If you’re an adventure rider who wants to invest in one suit that does it all, it’d be hard to beat the REV'IT! Stratum GTX when it comes to durability, versatility, and rider protection:

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REV’IT! Pulls No Punches with the New Stratum GTX Adventure Suit When REV’IT! builds gear, they don’t go halfway. All the best materials, technically clever construction, and strict attention to minute details make REV’IT! Products some of the most adaptable and durable a rider can buy.

Dunlop Trailmax Mission Review - Redefining the 50/50 Tire

So, what ratio of on- to off-road performance can this tire deliver? This is a loaded question and arguably the toughest to answer. At first glance, the Trailmax Mission doesn't appear to look like any other "50/50" tire on the market.

Dunlop Trailmax Mission Review - Redefining the 50/50 Tire Dunlop invited ADVMoto to beautiful and sunny Lake Arrowhead, California to test their exciting new Trailmax Mission tires specifically designed for advent

A gride ride with a great group of riders...👇

The Fools and The Farmlands. At The Fools Ride on April Fools' Ride ADV & Rally we have routes for every skill level.

We have about 600 miles of routing in three Northeast Ohio Counties. There is a twisty street ride covering some amazing hills, curves, small towns, and great scenery. Three all-skill-level ADV loops covering the hilly farmlands and the Ohio River Valley with tons of gravel and twisty pavement. Our Intermediate Loop has some unmaintained and forgotten dirt roads with some optional Expert Challenge Areas. The Hardcore Loop is Expert Only. It will be a workout for big bike riders so be prepared!

If you do tackle the ADV Dual Sporting optional expert areas or the expert loop be ready for big bike deadlifting! The routes are graded based on ADV bikes. Dual Sport bikes are welcome and will have a slightly easier time on the courses. ​

Mama Wags and the rest of the Fools Base Camp Crew are ready to give you the Friends and Family treatment! Fools Base Camp will be set up on 80+ acres of private land just outside Richmond, Ohio with a powered outbuilding set up as The Fools Meeting Barn and plenty of space for tents and trailers/pop-ups/campers (rustic). Fools Base Camp will open up for registration and camp set up at 4pm on Thursday April 13th with the showing of the latest Backcountry Discovery Routes Documentary at 7pm.

April 13-16, 2023
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Three Keys to Having a Student Mindset

We all do it. We get comfortable riding what and how we ride. Why try something different, more challenging, and unusual? Because having a student mindset focused on learning and growing will make you a safer rider. And, it's downright fun!

Three Keys to Having a Student Mindset We all do it. We get comfortable riding what and how we ride. Why bother stretching ourselves? Why try something different, more challenging, and unusual?

Ready-Set-Go Anza Borrego!

"It’s not about going fast, but rather about slowing down, finding the back way or the most dirt way possible, in an effort to make the most mundane an adventure."

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Yamaha TDUB Club

Ready-Set-Go Anza Borrego! From the Ocean to the Desert on a Yamaha TW200 - You can be as ready for an adventure as possible, but something is holding you back. Sometimes it’s simply the fear of the unknown that keeps us home in our supposed comfort zones…

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ADVMoto Glossary

Adventure motorcycling is an exciting and rapidly growing world, so much that it's developed its very own lingo. Here's a list of words and terminology to help you understand what everyone's talking about around the campfire. What else should we add to this list?👇

ADVMoto Glossary A Guide to Dual-Sport and Adventure Motorcycle Terminology Adventure motorcycling is an exciting and rapidly growing world, so much that it’s developed it

Riding in Extreme Heat

Aga and Yan (FarWayOut) crossed through the Australian Outback in the hottest months. They learned some important lessons riding in extreme heat:

Riding in Extreme Heat Aga and Yan crossed through the northern Australia in the hottest months, about 2,500 miles through one of the most remote and unforgiving parts of the continent.

KLIM Launches New 2023 Motorcycle Gear

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KLIM Launches New 2023 Motorcycle Gear Continuing the legacy of developing the world’s most technical motorcycle gear, KLIM is introducing a slew of new and updated apparel for the 2023 riding season.

What Do You Need to Race a Rally Right Now?

The Dakar Rally has been an untouchable dream for many. But can everyday riders race a rally too?

What Do You Need to Race a Rally Right Now? The Dakar Rally has been an untouchable dream for many—engines roaring across the countryside, race bikes soaring off the crest of a dune, adventures for d

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NEXX X.WRL Atika Helmet Review

If you’re looking for an ultra-lightweight, extremely comfortable, top-quality, all-in-one MX/ADV/dual-sport helmet for visor and goggles use, consider your quest over, as the NEXX X.WRL ticks all the boxes you could possibly think of, coming in at least 500g/17 oz lighter than typical competitors’ helmets.

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NEXX Helmets

NEXX X.WRL Atika Helmet Review Holding the new NEXX X.WRL Atika helmet, two things struck me immediately. First was how incredibly light it felt. Secondly, the helmet was an obvious display of quality workmanship, exemplified by the exceptional finishing and innovative details.

The Art of Firecrafting

Want kudos from your pals during your next camping moto adventure? Learn to build a fire. This essential skill can be learned by any adventure rider. All it takes is the right process, good tools and a little practice.

The Art of Firecrafting Want kudos from your pals during your next camping moto-adventure? Learn to build a fire. This essential skill can be learned by any adventure rider. All i

ADVMoto Mar/Apr 2023 Issue Is Here!

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Features
First Ride: 2023 KTM 890 Adventure: What We Asked for and More! • Good Company or Going Solo? The Pros & Cons of Riding the World With (or Without) a Friend • Royal Enfield Scram 411: Dirt on Your Feet, More Fun on the Street

Ride Reports
Unexpected Connections: North Vancouver Island • Two Wheels in a Time of War: On Assignment in Ukraine

Product Reviews
FLY Racing Off Grid jacket • Nelson-Rigg Hurricane 2.0 Backpack/Tail Pack • Touratech Destino Ultimate GTX boots

Tuning Up
How to Prepare a Motorcyling First Aid Kit: A Five-Step Guide

Book Review
Eldorado to the Klondike by Nick Adams
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