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Review: Metzeler Cruisetec Tire

The new Metzler Cruisetec tires are designed specifically to emphasize the sporty character of big power cruisers. I put them to the test on the racetrack aboard a Harley-Davidson Sportster S 1250. This bike marked a paradigm shift at Harley-Davidson with its ultra-modern, water-cooled, and powerful twin-cylinder engine. The Pan

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Review: Sea to Summit Spark Ultralight Sleeping Bag and Ether Light XT Insulated Air Sleeping Mat

Embarking on a motorcycle journey isn't just about conquering winding roads, but also about a decent night's sleep under the vast sky. Sea to Summit’s  Spark ultralight sleeping bag and Ether Light XT insulated air sleeping mat are a dynamic duo that has become my

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Review: Klim Sixxer Leather Jacket

The leather motorcycle jacket serves as a badge of honor of sorts. It’s a look that dates back to just after WWII when motorcycle clubs began to organize and the distinct style of an “American biker” was formed. Leather jackets became an iconic trend that stuck around and for

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Review: GoPro Hero 12 Black

An action camera is the ultimate companion for documenting two-wheeled adventures. If you thought you could relive your motorcycle trips by looking back through the photos, just imagine watching the first-person footage—or better yet, creating a video recap of your trip to share with your family and friends. The

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Review: Adventure Spec Supershirt

Supershirt is a high and mighty name, but does Adventure Spec’s latest garment live up to its heroic appellation? On my recent travels through the cool mountains, roasting deserts, and humid beaches of Colombia and Venezuela, I put the shirt to the test. Adventure Spec has combined ideas from

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Review: Dainese Racing 4 Leather Jacket

Dainese takes what it learns at the premiere level of world championship road racing and applies it to its street products. The Racing 4 leather jacket is a solid choice for both the serious sport rider and the casual tourer, and everybody in between. The jacket is made from premium

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Review: Carpe Iter Dashboard

Revving up for another epic sojourn through the vast landscapes of the Americas, I found myself on the open road once more, embracing the wind, the twisties, and the excitement of a two-wheeled adventure. In the age of instant connectivity, where some miles warrant a hashtag and capturing the money

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Review: Rabaconda Tire Changer

Changing motorcycle tires by hand, especially with big street and touring bikes, is a challenging and o en expletive-laden task that tests both your patience and physical resilience. You could swing by the local motorcycle shop and have them do it for you, but that will set you back up

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Review: Warm & Safe 12V Heat Layer Shirt and Ultimate Touring Heated Gloves

Picture this—2,225 miles of open road in December, stretching from the chill of North Carolina to an even colder Las Vegas at elevation. Such a journey demanded gear tough enough to handle frosty starts in cool climates. For my part, I wore Warm & Safe's 12V

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Review: Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dry Saddlebag

I overpack. I travel a lot as a photographer and video producer, and I’ve forgotten hard drives and cables enough times that I now compensate by packing everything. When traveling in my car, it isn’t an issue—it’s just another suitcase. A motorcycle is different, though. Even

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Review: REV’IT! Echelon GTX

It sounds nuts, but I was disappointed that it didn’t rain harder in Japan. I was on a recent ride around the country’s southwest, testing the new REV’IT! Echelon GTX jacket and pants. I’d already been able to determine the suit’s effectiveness in cold, damp,

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Review: Vanson Baja Ventilated Jacket and MK3 Streamliner Vest

The Vanson Baja ventilated jacket is a classically styled, hip-length coat designed for warm weather. The thick, roughly textured mesh is 1000 Denier Cordura, while 1010 Duck waxed cotton adorns the shoulders, elbows, front-button storm flap, pockets, and back. Brass zippers and snaps, leather trim on sleeve cuffs, and a

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Review: Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L

As a travel publication, we churn through luggage pieces around here. When I saw this Peak Design backpack, it caught my attention with its sleek design, loads of features, and—most importantly—how it can be used for motorcycle traveling. There are no gaudy logos, chrome zippers, buckles, or a

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Review: Arai XD-4 Helmet

My Arai XD-4 arrived neatly packed in bubble wrap. As I pulled it from its box, the Depart Black/Silver Frost paint scheme was even more impressive in person than in pictures. The smell of fresh paint and new, unsoiled padding wafted up into my nostrils. The only thing that

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Review: Haven Tents

For years, my wife has loved hammock camping, and she suggests using hammocks on nearly every trip we go on. However, we almost always end up packing the tent because I have difficulty getting a good night’s sleep in a hammock. No matter how much I adjust and fiddle,

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Review: Adventure Spec Magadan MK3 Panniers

With motorcycle luggage, lighter is better for so many reasons: easier handling, less exhaustion, confidence on the more tricky sections… And if, like me, you ride a smaller bike, the engine is going to appreciate having to lug less weight around. All these reasons had me try out the Adventure

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Review: Klim Carlsbad Jacket & Pants

When I’m not riding with my motorcycle club on weekend rides and in faraway places, I lead motorcycle tours for a variety of tour operators. Since I spend so much time on a motorcycle, I look for the best gear I can find. I’m a street rider through

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Review: SW-Motech SysBag WP Pro Luggage

For many adventure bikes, soft luggage is the best solution. But, due to the design of the rear, you still need racks. When I recently had to get a Yamaha Ténéré 700 ready for touring duties and needed enough luggage capacity for clothes, layers, and camera equipment, I looked to

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Review: REV’IT! Sand 4 H2O Adventure Riding Suit

The REV’IT! Sand 4 H2O suit is a multi-season outfit meant to fall in the catalog between the time-tested Poseidon 3 GTX and the relatively new Offtrack2 H2O. I wore the Sand 4 H2O for a seven-day, 1,000-mile ride through Colombia. The journey included a virtual smorgasbord of

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Review: Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41 Tire

The Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41 motorcycle tire is a top-tier choice for adventure riders seeking a high-performance tire. It excels on pavement and is ready for the challenge when two roads diverge in a wood and you take the one less traveled by. The tire’s exceptional performance, durability,

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Review: Schuberth E2 Helmet

Two years ago, I followed a friend into the Kentucky hollers for a “dual sport” route he came up with. It ended up being more of a hard enduro ride and we got more adventure than we bargained for. The deep ruts and streams, slick mud, and quite a bit

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Review: Corbin Saddle for Honda Trail 125

The Honda CT125 (aka Trail 125) is a throwback model with a fascinating history and it has been a huge hit since being re-launched in 2021. Its looks make motorcyclists go into the garage at night to talk to it and non-motorcyclists stop and smell its roses.   While the bike

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Review: LS2 Jacket & Pants

LS2, having become a leading helmet manufacturer in Asia and Europe, has introduced riding gear to its catalog. I took LS2’s latest adventure riding suit on a test ride at the KTM 890 Adventure launch in Portugal. The wintery oceanside location proved a decent testbed. Dubbed the Norway Men’

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Ultimate Collector Motorcycles

It’s a rare motorcyclist that doesn’t love looking at rare vintage machines. Even if you’re not a collector yourself, browsing through riding history is always a thrill—and it helps you appreciate your own stallion that much more. Ultimate Collector Motorcycles, by Charlotte and Peter Fiell, takes

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Review: Nikon Z6ii

Documenting your trips is one of the most important yet often overlooked parts of moto travel. Stopping to snap the occasional photo is the best way to look back on special moments later—and returning home with a stack of spectacular photos is the best way to share these experiences.