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GIVI vs. Puig Clip-On Windshield Extender Comparo Test

Jean Turner — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:11:05 +0000

Life with my Suzuki V-Strom 800DE has been pretty great, but as with any new bike, as the miles rack up, the imperfections emerge. Hours in the saddle have highlighted some clear areas that could use improvement on the V-Strom, and as a dirt person coming to the license-plate world, it’s the highway speeds that […]

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10 Gift Ideas To Help Adventure Riders Gear Up For The Holidays

Jamie Elvidge — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:14:32 +0000

For those of us who live to explore beyond the beaten path, the holiday season brings the perfect opportunity to gear up for the next adventure. Our 2024 holiday gift buyers guide has something for every rider, whether you’re shopping yourself, another adventure rider in your life, or just looking for a means to drop […]

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The Iconic Continental TKC80 Dual Sport Tire Gets Updated For 2025

ADV Pulse Staff — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:25:05 +0000

Earlier this month, Continental showcased their extensive range of tires for the two-wheel industry at EICMA, including an updated TKC80 Dual Sport rubber. Adventure riders who’ve been riding for any length of time no doubt have tried the TKC80 at one time or another whether as an OEM tire or aftermarket replacement. That’s not hard […]

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TracTive Launches X-Treme Pro Suspension For The BMW F900GS

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:52:56 +0000

TracTive, has just released a new high-performance suspension upgrade for riders who find the stock set-up on their BMW F900GS doesn’t quite match their requirements on the trail. Called the X-Treme Pro, the kit not only offers options to increase or decrease suspension travel, but also upgrades the quality of suspension with race-level componentry for […]

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KTM Unveils Next-Gen TFT Display Debuting On 2025 Premium Models

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:30:31 +0000

Fresh from lifting the lid on their first-ever Automatic Manual Transmission (AMT), KTM has now dropped the cover on two all-new touchscreen TFT dashboards which will be joined by an updated handlebar switchgear and a new connectivity unit. Set to start debuting on 2025 KTM premium models, the next-gen display is available in landscape and […]

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Tested: DoubleTake’s Revamped Dual Sport Mirrors Version 2.0

Rob Dabney — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 20:45:51 +0000

Mirrors don’t always mix well with riding hard trails on your Dual Sport. Not only do they get in the way, bumping your helmet or arms, but they also have a tendency to loosen up and start swinging around like a propeller. Plus after an outing or two those stock mirrors will likely break off […]

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TracTive Launches Next-Level Electronic Suspension For R1250GS/A

Jamie Elvidge — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:11:16 +0000

As flagship models like BMW’s R1250GS and GSA, along with their 1300cc successors, become increasingly complex with a plethora of state-of-the-art electronics and rider aids, it can seem nearly unfeasible to customize performance. Especially in the case of BMW’s highly-developed electronically-controlled suspension system. This is a notion Netherlands-based TracTive Suspension wants to erase. “Despite how […]

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Mosko Moto Launches Lightweight, Universal Mount ‘Alpine’ Panniers

ADV Pulse Staff — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 19:32:00 +0000

Mosko Moto has just announced the arrival of their new minimalist luggage system for adventure-touring called the ‘Alpine’ Panniers. Inspired by mountaineering backpacks, the fresh luggage offers a waterproof, rack-based storage solution for riders who prioritize weight savings in primarily off-road terrain. Weighing 4.1 lbs (1.8 kg) per pannier, the Alpine Panniers feature a simple-to-access […]

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Tested: Black Dog Tuareg 660 Multi-Function Tail Rack

Ken Morse — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:34:04 +0000

Adventure riders seeking to kit their machine for the sole purpose of riding off into the unknown are met with a tall order when sorting through the industry’s seemingly countless choices. So many options range from the age-old soft vs. hard vs. hybrid debate to rackless vs. rack-mounted, tank bag or bar bag or none […]

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Setting Up Your Motorcycle For Your First Long-Haul Adventure

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:51:06 +0000

While some prefer riding close to home, many of us purchased our dual sport or adventure bikes for long-haul travel off the beaten path. So how do you set up your bike to do that? You can buy a used bike that’s already set up for travel, or even a new bike that comes with […]

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