by | Jan 25, 2021 | Explore
During his 168-day, 20,000 mile journey from New York to the tip of Argentina, Matias Corea had a lot of time to consider what modifications he would like to make to his stock BMW R80 G/S. Now, with his sights set on an even longer ride from Spain to South Africa, the Barcelona-born bike builder […]
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by | Jan 22, 2021 | Explore
Moto Guzzi is celebrating its 100th birthday with a new ‘Centennial’ livery, available on the V85 TT throughout 2021. From 1921-2021, Moto Guzzi has been building their machines on the shores of Lake Como, and remains the longest continuously manufactured European motorcycle manufacturer. This special-edition model is a tribute to the bikes, victories, adventures and […]
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by | Jan 20, 2021 | Explore
Giant Loop has announced key updates for their rackless MoJavi and Coyote Saddlebags, making them even easier and faster to install and remove from motorcycle tail racks and fenders. The new mounting system includes Giant Loop’s 25-inch stretch polyurethane Pronghorn Strap plus two Fender Hooks, for compatibility across a broad spectrum of dirt, dual sport […]
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by | Jan 18, 2021 | Explore
Since we received our KTM 390 Adventure long-term test bike, it has proven to perform better than expected off-road over a range of different terrain. With a nimble chassis, along with a fairly stiff suspension, it’s a confidence inspiring machine on the trail. Yet it is still a bit of a mystery why the ‘Ready […]
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by | Jan 16, 2021 | Explore
In the previous 10 years of covering the Dakar bikes we haven’t seen anything like this: The routes and the roadbooks for each stage seem to not only level the playing field, but also make for the best racing since the old days. It’s markedly unpredictable and quite a bit more interesting to follow. Some […]
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by | Jan 15, 2021 | Explore
Tragic news coming from Dakar as reports confirm French rider, Pierre Cherpin, has died following a high-speed crash he suffered during the 7th stage of the rally. Cherpin, 52, succumbs to his injuries five days after his accident. Cherpin’s tragic fall happened 178-kilometers into the stage. The medical team immediately dispatched by helicopter found Pierre […]
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by | Jan 14, 2021 | Explore
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since Moto Guzzi first teased its replacement for the Stelvio – the V85 TT. Its retro styling and sub-liter displacement (853cc) was a breath of fresh air for a segment that seemed to be chock full of cookie-cutter designs. Since its official launch in 2019, it’s gone […]
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by | Jan 7, 2021 | Explore
Ever since Thailand announced a host of upgrades for 2021 to its CRF250L dual sport line last November, which included a 15 percent (36cc) increase in engine displacement, we’ve been anticipating a similar announcement from American Honda. Europe followed suit in early December announcing the CRF300L and CRF300 Rally but the new year came to […]
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by | Jan 5, 2021 | Explore
After just 3 days, the 3-time Dakar Rally entrant jumps into the overall lead of the world’s most famous off road competition. It’s no biggie, right? Wrong. For a US privateer to gain the OA lead after 3 “hard stages” proves his point that he is a legitimate contender and candidate for a factory ride. […]
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by | Jan 3, 2021 | Explore
January 3, 2021: Stage 1 Total distance covered: 277 km (special); 345 km (liaison) Route: Jeddah to Bisha The 2021 Dakar Rally is now well underway as competitors faced a punishing 277-km route on Stage One. The hectic pace of the first real special of the Dakar took a heavier toll on the competitors than […]
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