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Remember that feeling of freedom you had on your first bike? It's this commitment that lives on with the new Tiger 1200 and 800 ranges, which are at the very top of their class, packed with innovative technology, major engine updates delivering more responsive power, fantastic sound and thrilling torque from the characterful Triple engine.
At ABS we pride ourselves on offering a specialised and professional service, as one of the very few adventure motorcycle touring companies operated by certified tour guides, accredited by the National Department of Tourism. Now theoretically riding on bigger bikes should not change the rules, and for really experienced riders it doesn't.
The V-Strom is very much like the Kawasaki Versys in that it is more of a themed bike rather than a true adventure motorcycle. The optional trails require intermediate to advanced off-road riding skills. No matter how you like to spend your time, you'll find a Honda Adventure motorcycle to be the perfect partner.
60mm suspension fork smooths out the bumpy roads or trails. The SWM SuperDual is a lightweight adventure bike powered by a 600 cc, single-cylinder engine based on the old Husqvarna TE 160 enduro bike. Dual-sport motorcycles are the most practical choice in rural areas in many parts of the world, and when traveling on unpaved trails they can often be a necessity.
A big adventure bike normally weighs in 180 kg and greater (fuelled without gear). While big bikes are popular in the media, many are still riding smaller or mid-sized motorcycles. All images are of professional riders under closed road conditions. Riding small motorcycles, called piki pikis in Swahili, they were hooked on travel and never looked back.
The problem with trying to write up a Top List for adventure motorcycles is that everyone has a different opinion of what an adventure bike truly is. Different people have different ideas about what an adventure†even is, so it's hardly surprising that the segment is hard to define.
The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin never fails to stir up excitement amongst adventure riders, and when the manufacturer chose to revive the iconic Dakar inspired bike in 2016 it's safe to say that the adventure community was eager with anticipation to see how Honda could modernise the legendary Africa Twin.
The fuel-injected, 645cc V-twin engine boasts a healthy 62 hp at 8,900 rpm and around 41.5 lb-ft of torque at 6,400 rpm - and it's an absolute dream to ride on the road. For the pair category both riders have to register and pay. A lot of travel tips packed in to this episode, Michnus & Elsebie inspire and share their experiences with moto travellers.
If you are just sticking to gravel and smooth dirt roads, it will be fine. Get directions » ) Our experienced and trained staff will teach your child all about bike safety including how to use hand signals, road positioning, turning, and proper supermoto helmet usage. Most bikes marketed or suitable for adventure riding have a number of companies producing aftermarket equipment to deck-out your machine for adventure riding such as long range tanks, pannier racks, screens etc.
Bikes that are new to the market or those not specifically intended for adventure riding can prove to be a problem as oftentimes options are limited, or in some cases non-existent. As a dedicated off-road rider, you can also use the Enduro Pro mode, which offers optimized throttle response with ABS and ASC regulation configured for operation with off-road tires, for even more control.
Both bikes will make use of a 853cc parallel twin engine (which will be detuned in the 750), which has been redesigned to effectively sound better and add a bit more oomph. Learn to ride a GS or other big bore adventure bike while riding the best trails in the country.