2025 BMW Sweepstakes

Meet Our Grand Prize Motorcycle Winner: Dirk Payne of Louisiana

When we launched our 25th Anniversary Sweepstakes, we knew the prize—a brand-new 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure—was something special. The response from readers was overwhelming, with riders across the country getting their tickets and dreaming of where they’d take their first trip on the prize machine.

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Review: Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hyde Nomad S Exhaust

We live in an increasingly small world. It doesn’t take much to fly halfway around the globe in mere hours. Last week, I finished a fascinating book called Save Our Souls. Set in the late 1880s, it’s a true story chronicling the shipwreck of the Wandering Minstrel and

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Riding With The Riser App

The days of planning motorcycling routes by poring over paper maps are long gone (unless that’s what you prefer). Powerful route planning apps, like Riser, let you whip up a tour and hit the road quickly and easily. Riser, owned by Cardo, is a multifunctional mobile app for motorcyclists.

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Hear Clearly With The Cardo Packtalk Edge

Cardo is one of the most popular communications device manufactures for motorcycle riding. The company’s Packtalk Edge communicator is a favorite choice among riders—and now you have a chance to win one for yourself in our giveaway. Cardo Packtalk Edge, released in 2022, marked a significant milestone in

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Michelin Anakee Adventure Tire

Adventure and adventure-touring motorcycles have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Motorcycle tire manufacturers have responded by introducing a slew of tires that perform well on both asphalt and dirt—like the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire. Released to the riding public in 2019, the Adventure tire is the

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Review: Maintain Pressure with MotoPumps Air Shot 2.1

One of the most common issues riders face is the dreaded flat tire. Whether you run tubeless or tube-type tires, it can be a challenge to fix and inflate your tire on the side of the road. Fortunately, gone are the days when you had to enlist the help of

Accommodations

Summer Camp for Adults: Fontana Village Resort & Marina

If you’ve ever wanted to go to summer camp as an adult, you’re in for a treat. That’s exactly how I felt the last time I stayed at the Fontana Village Resort in North Carolina. Tucked away in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, the Fontana

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Review: Riding with the ScorpionExo XT9000 Carbon Helmet

The ScorpionExo XT9000 Carbon helmet is a versatile adventure-touring helmet designed for riders who venture across diverse terrains. Crafted with a 3K carbon fiber shell, it offers a lightweight yet robust construction, making it suitable for both on-road and off-road rides. Weighing approximately 3.7 pounds, the XT9000 Carbon is

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Ride in Comfort with a Custom Seat by Corbin

Every bottom is unique. Even the cushiest and most comfortable stock motorcycle seat can leave you wishing it was a bit firmer, had a smidgen more back support, or simply looked better. If that sounds like a familiar conundrum, Corbin offers a solution. This veteran-owned motorcycle seat manufacturer has just

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Review: Light the Night with Clearwater Valkyrie Light Kit for 2025 BMW R 1300 GSA

Auxiliary lighting can be one of the most important motorcycle upgrades you make. It’s not just about being able to see the road ahead, but also about drivers being able to see you. Clearwater Light manufactures a variety of LED auxiliary lights that enhance visibility and safety. The Valkyrie

Destinations

A Motorcyclists Guide to Fontana Dam, NC

Fontana Dam, NC, is a hidden gem for motorcyclists exploring the scenic byways of the Appalachian Mountains. Nestled along the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this small but historically significant town is not just a gateway to nature. It’s also a prime spot for two-wheeled adventurers

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Enter to Win a 2025 BMW R 1300 GSA + Earn Extra Entries

RoadRUNNER is celebrating a monumental milestone—our 25th year publishing the best motorcycle travel magazine! To show our appreciation for the incredible community of riders and adventurers who have supported us through the years, we’re kicking off 2025 with an epic announcement. One lucky person will win a brand

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Nelson-Rigg's Hurricane Waterproof Bags

When out on a serious motorcycle adventure, you must have a lot of gear quickly at hand. When you really need them, you don’t want to start digging through your loaded panniers for a camera, tools, or a first aid kit. Nelson-Rigg’s Hurricane bag collection provides everything you

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SW-Motech SysBag WP Bags & Pro Side Carrier

SW-Motech is a popular motorcycle luggage manufacturer among adventure riders. The company’s SysBag WP system is a durable and convenient saddlebag choice for your ride. The soft SysBag WP L saddlebags are specifically designed for off-road use. They’re manufactured from long-lasting, rip-preventing TPU material, with hard Hypalon corner

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Review: See Clearly with Doubletake Adventure Mirrors

Few motorcycle accessories are as easy to install as a pair of Doubletake mirrors. Installing them is as simple as removing the stock mirrors, screwing in the one-inch RAM ball mount, and attaching the mirror using the double socket arm. That’s it. Done. Despite being such a simple swap,

Buyers Guide

2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Sweepstakes Build-Out

In case you haven’t heard, we are giving away a brand-new motorcycle to celebrate our 25th year in publication. But, the winner won’t just get a stock bike. We’re handing out a fully accessorized adventure machine with lots of gear and extras! Here’s how we have

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New Year, New Motorcycle

Enter to Win a 2025 BMW R 1300 GSA RoadRUNNER is celebrating a monumental milestone—our 25th year publishing the best motorcycle travel magazine! To show our appreciation for the incredible community of riders and adventurers who have supported us through the years, we’re kicking off 2025 with an

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BMW R 1300 GS Adventure: A Total Overhaul

Last year, BMW released the new R 1300 GS, an updated and more powerful take on the marque’s flagship model. It’s a great motorcycle that, despite its somewhat opinion-splitting looks, is still GS to the core (as John Flores discovered in our Apr ‘24 issue). Now, the company