ADVMOTO

A magazine published twice a month, both in print and online, focused on the world of international adventure and dual-sport motorcycling. It covers everything from the individuals involved, captivating stories, amazing locations, ride reviews, product evaluations, useful techniques, helpful tips, cultural insights, and much more!

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The “Art” of Tire-Changing

1 month ago | adventuremotorcycle.com | Susan Johnson |David Petersen

As motorcycle overlanders and backcountry riders, one thing we need to master is the “art” of tire changing. Whether it’s fixing a flat, replacing a worn tire, or swapping it with another type, this is one skill you don’t want to leave home without. Our two-part series focuses on in-the-field tips and tricks for getting non-motorcycle-specific tires off and on their rims—as quickly, and effortlessly as possible. Over the last three years, we’ve gathered and tested virtually everything out there.
Why Adventure/DS Bikes Make the Best Beginner Bikes?

2 months ago | adventuremotorcycle.com | Utkarsh Sood

Looking for the perfect first motorcycle? Whether you're drawn to the thrill of the open road or the freedom of off-road exploration, choosing the right bike is crucial. Many new riders are tempted by sportbikes or cruisers, but they may not be the most practical or forgiving options for beginners. Instead, adventure (ADV) and dual-sport (DS) motorcycles stand out as the ultimate choice for new riders.
5 Rookie Mistakes Every New Adventure Motorcycle Rider Should Avoid

Jan 22, 2025 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Utkarsh Sood

Embarking on your first adventure motorcycle ride is an exhilarating experience, but comes with its own set of challenges. Many new riders make avoidable mistakes that can dampen the thrill of the ride or even pose safety risks. From skipping essential training to overpacking, or misunderstanding their bike’s capabilities, rookie errors are more common than you think. This guide dives into the top 5 mistakes beginner adventure riders make—and how to have a safer, more enjoyable journey.
Do You Really Need Automatic Transmission on Motorcycles?

Nov 11, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Utkarsh Sood

KTM is the latest entrant to the league of lazy shifters and introduced an automatic transmission system they call an “Automated Manual Transmission” or AMT. BMW, Honda, and Yamaha, all have their renditions of their own AMT systems, from the E-Clutch to the Y-AMT, and although they have different nomenclatures, they are more or less similar. KTM though likes to do things a little bit differently. So, they added a park gear to their AMT. • How the AMT Works A park gear, you ask?
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs. CFMoto Ibex 450

Oct 17, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Utkarsh Sood

There was once a time when lower displacement adventure motorcycles offered a bare-bones experience. Yes, they were affordable and beginner-friendly, but that was more or less it. They were usually stripped of the more expansive features you’d come to expect out of a bike that was supposed to take on the most dramatic terrains, the underpinnings were mostly timid and they simply didn’t feel modern or imposing enough. Those days are gone.
Joe Hauler’s Deluxe Cam-Loc Heavy-Duty Hitch Hauler Review

Sep 12, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Justin W. Coffey

Loading a motorcycle onto the bed of a pickup or a van is a time-honored tradition for many of us. But not everyone owns a pickup or van, and even if you do, perhaps the bike won’t fit or weighs too much. Or, you prefer to use the space for other purposes, like in my case, where my Econoline serves as a makeshift apartment complete with a twin bed and a nifty IKEA wire cabinet for clothes and riding gear.
The Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts of the Dalton Highway

Aug 15, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Phil Freeman

With 414 miles of frost-heaves, broken chip-seal, and grated dirt surfaces, the Dalton Highway certainly has its challenges. On a good day, you can ride it wide open. On a bad day… you can go home in a helicopter. Every year motorcyclists are killed on the Dalton Highway. But this road offers the rider the adventure gamut. Almost half of the highway is paved or chip-sealed. The other half can be smooth or baseballs.
Physical & Mental Fatigue during Prolonged Off-Road Riding

Aug 1, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Samuele Marcora

We admire Dakar racers riding their motorbikes for 8,500 km over 14 stages. Of these stages, 4,100 km consisted of hard off-road riding whilst navigating through a variety of terrains and environments. This prolonged physical and mental exertion has significant effects on human performance known as “fatigue.” Every adventure bike rider is well aware of the feelings of tiredness and lack of energy associated with hard and long rides.
BDCW Helo Pad for Pan America Review

Jul 2, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Doug Miller

When I picked up my new Harley-Davidson Pan America, the first thing I noticed was the lack of rear storage—what was there was just plain flimsy. Black Dog Cycle Works (AKA BDCW) was already ahead of the game and working on the Helo Pad, which is their name for their rugged and spacious rear platform. Although I was originally apprehensive about the size, I wanted the ability to mount and secure accessories/loads with more space.
Continental Divide Ride

May 6, 2024 | adventuremotorcycle.com | Alisa Clickenger |Edward Wilkinson

“What do we do?” I ask through the headset. “Keep riding and hope for the best,” says Edward. “I don’t see any ditches, and we’re taller than the fence posts, which are the only things out here. It’s a gamble but I don’t know what else to do. I’ve never seen a storm like this.” Ominous black sky meets the horizon of an absolutely flat New Mexico landscape, punctuated by brilliant flashes of light. It seems like Mother Nature had gathered her full force and fury and is about to unleash it.