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Best Motorcycle Tires in 2026

A new pair of tires can elevate your riding, making your motorcycle steadier, more responsive, and predictable. But pick the wrong set, and they might just as well turn the ride uncomfortable and unsafe. Tires are possibly the most difficult thing to buy for your motorcycle. There’s an entire

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Tourmaster ADV Lite Mesh: ADV Gear at the Right Price

If you’re a dual sport rider who combines twisty pavement with technical trails, then you should check out the Tourmaster Adventure Lite Mesh jacket and pants.  I first tested this versatile gear in southeast Ohio last fall. There’s no shortage of curves in that part of the country,

Hard Parts

Adventurizing the KTM 500 EXC-F

What aftermarket motorcycle accessories would you need to turn two 2023 KTM 500 EXC-Fs into long-distance touring machines? I faced that puzzle ahead of an upcoming round-the-world trip. From bigger tanks to luggage systems and a rally tower with the latest navigation tech, we didn’t

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How to Choose the Best Motorcycle Jacket for Hot-Weather Touring

Staying safe and comfortable while riding in hot weather is a form of art. It all begins with the right kind of motorcycle jacket. Your average riding jacket will only make for a sweaty and uncomfortable ride. It won’t have sufficient ventilation, breathability, and adjustability to deal with hot

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How to Pack a Motorcycle for Multi-Day Travel with Kriega OS Bags

Heading out for a daylong ride is easy. All you need are the essentials, and you can even gamble with the rain gear.  Packing for a multi-day trip, however, can be a daunting task. What should you bring? How much or how little should you pack?  I’ve traveled

Jackets

Tourmaster Discovery Men's Jacket

Once a year, I find myself going through my closet, garage, and cabinets to pare down on items I no longer need. While I try not to organize myself out of existence, I've become more mindful about what I bring home. Do I really need it? Will it

Tires

Continental TKC80²— Performance On and Off the Road

It’s finally here. After some delays, including production setbacks and even a brand-new machine lost in a shipping container at sea, the second-generation TKC80² tire is available in most sizes. BMW fitments should arrive in August. One of the most trusted dual sport tires got a significant

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Exocom Link-1

Exocom has arrived as a new brand player offering universal helmet communicator units. The brand is a branch of Kido Sports that also owns the popular helmet and gear manufacturer ScorpionExo. Exocom’s flagship product is the Link-1. Its straightforward installation procedure is similar to most other helmet comm

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Tourmaster Armanox CE Body Protector

A form-fitting armored base layer is the starting point to a protective and comfortable riding getup. It will fit under your suit without bulking things up or excessively restricting movement while offering the protection you need in case of a tumble.   The Tourmaster Armanox CE body protector is an

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Richa Orion GTX Jacket and Pants

Richa, headquartered in Belgium, started out in 1952 by making gloves. The company has since expanded to a full line of motorcycle gear for men and women. On our side of the pond, we don’t often come across a European brand other than the big Italian duo. That’s

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4 Covers to Protect Your Motorcycle

A motorcycle allows you to feel the wind and be better connected to the road. But when parked, your bike’s open cockpit leaves all the important bits exposed to the elements. This is why you should own a strong motorcycle cover. Whether storing your bike at home or covering

Luggage

Kriega OS-Base Adventure Luggage System for ADV Touring

Hard panniers with a strong luggage rack are an essential part of long-distance road touring. For dual sport or ADV tours, however, they aren’t an ideal solution. A luggage rack adds rigidity and weight to the bike, which may compromise its handling characteristics. Meanwhile, the hard panniers can

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Klim Gear for Spring Motorcycle Rides

Every motorcyclist looks forward to that first spring ride of the season. But without the right kind of gear for early-year tours, you will be in for an uncomfortable ride. Spring weather is fickle in almost the entire country, with temperatures changing drastically within a day and sudden wind

Luggage

Kriega R30 and R25 Backpacks for Long-distance Riding

It’s windy, rainy, and generally miserable. But with the Kriega R30 backpack on my back, I can at least be confident my belongings won’t get soaked. The R30 and R25 are Kriega’s award-winning backpacks designed for long-distance motorcycle touring. As you can deduce from the

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Best Dual Sport Motorcycle Gear for Rough Rides

Your friends have invited you to a gnarly, challenging dual sport event. Your bike and tires are ready to go, but then you realize all your gear is fit for road trips, not single track. Dual sports trails can be rough, and you must have sufficient airflow and protection to

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Staying Dry with Tourmaster’s Latest Gear

Nobody wants to ride in the rain, but you can’t always avoid it. A good set of rain gear makes the ride as comfortable as it can be when the raindrops start falling. When looking for motorcycle rain gear, you have to consider the type of riding you’re

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7 Best Motorcycle Jackets in 2026

The right motorcycle jacket makes for a comfortable and safe motorcycle tour. The wrong jacket can ruin it. If you pick the wrong kind of jacket for the job, you may find yourself so cold or hot that you can’t go on with the tour. You also have to

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Tourmaster Heated Gear for Cold Weather Riding

Riding in low temperatures is perfectly possible, but it can be far from comfortable. A good set of heated motorcycle gear goes a long way toward keeping the ride going when the mercury plummets. You shouldn’t rush to buy heated gear pieces, as picking the right ones can be

Luggage

Kriega US-Drypack System: Versatile Dry Packing

Picture your ideal motorcycle bag system. What would it be like? A strong contender would be something that’s weatherproof, versatile, and compact. That’s what the Kriega US-Drypack system brings to your bike. Kriega’s US-Drypack system consists of five different bags: the US-5, US-10,

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8 Best Airbag Vests for Safe Motorcycling in 2026

Airbag vests are the latest must-have protective item for motorcyclists. In accident scenarios, they can keep you so much safer that you really shouldn’t ride without one. Yet, they are a relatively new introduction, and not every rider knows how to pick the right vest. Additionally, some motorcyclists

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5 Best Motorcycle Boots and Shoes for Riding in 2026

As exciting and fun as motorcycles are, there’s no denying that they do leave your feet vulnerable while riding. A good pair of motorcycle boots is a key part of your riding gear. However, not all motorcycle boots are made equal. When buying moto boots, you have to consider

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Tourmaster Zephyr Mesh Jacket and Pants

Tourmaster is on a roll. Last year’s models upped the ante, and now the all-new Zephyr riding get-up is yet another big leap forward. I first tested this gear on a three-day ride in southern California. From dusty trails to fast tarmac and temperatures ranging from

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7 Best Motorcycle Riding Gloves in 2026

A good pair of gloves is an essential part of your riding gear. They protect your hands from falls and keep them warm against the breeze. Picking motorcycle gloves isn’t as easy as it seems, though. You need to find gloves that give you the level of protection, ventilation,

Triumph

Building a Unicorn Triumph 400X Scrambler

Over the past eight years, I’ve been enjoying small-displacement rides on a 24-horsepower 250cc motorcycle. Whether I was headed to a campground or hotel, it has carried my gear, sipped gas, and helped me keep a leisurely pace.  I also own a large ADV bike to use

Luggage

Enduristan Reveals Its Largest New Product Launch

Swiss motorcycle luggage manufacturer Enduristan revealed a slew of new products at the EICMA 2025 exhibition in Italy. The product launch, headed by the new Hailstorm luggage system, is the largest in the company’s history. The Hailstorm 35 and Hailstorm 50, named after their volume in liters, are a