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Tough as nails—that’s the Honda XR650L. It’s not the fastest or most capable of off-road rigs, but it gets its reputation for being one of the hardest bikes to kill. It’ll get you there, just not in a hurry. In...
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The best part of the new year for many of us is that time when winter is in our rearview mirror and the riding season is in full view. We’ve been waiting for this for months, getting our bikes prepped,...
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America’s adventure touring popularity grows yearly for both stateside and international riders. And one non-profit advocacy organization has helped propel this growth—Backcountry Discovery Routes. Founded in 2010 and supported by Touratech-USA, BMW Motorrad, and Butler Maps, the mission of the...
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Following months of anticipation, Yamaha’s Ténéré 700 became available in June 2020. The much-anticipated mid-weight ADV became a top seller, providing direct completion to some of the most notable European mid-weights, including the F 850 GS and the KTM 790...
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Lone Rider lines up some excellent choices for new riders looking to get into Adventure motorcycling, with low barriers to entry and lots of bang for your buck.
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