Adventure Bikes
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Triumph: New 2024 Tiger 1200 roars in…
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Triumph Motorcycles has announced the latest enhancements and additions to its Tiger 1200 family, taking the range to a new level of sophistication. These updates include even more refined engine performance, enhanced comfort and ergonomics, improved cornering capability and lower seat height thanks to Active Preload Reduction, as well as striking new colour options. Triumph’s…
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Pricing announced for the new Moto Guzzi V85 range
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The new Moto Guzzi V85 is one of the most eagerly awaited bikes of 2024. The three models available from Moto Guzzi dealers in March are: The V85 Strada, designed for daily use. It stands out with its alloy wheels and street tyres, low front mudguard, and three Riding Modes (Road, Rain, Sport), which manage…
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Long Termer: Kawasaki Versys 650 GT
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Bertie Simmonds has been riding the Versys for a few months now, covering over 1,500 miles. Here’s how he’s getting on: A strange, orange icon appeared on the Kawasaki Versys 650 GT’s LCD display the other morning. It stated: ICE. Now, considering the fact that my teeth were chattering and I was urgently stabbing at…
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Honda: Planning Himalayan Competitor
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Like Royal Enfield, Honda is also planning multiple variants, including a travel enduro and scrambler versions. According to patent filings, both models will have the same tank and rear design, while featuring distinct front fairings and mudguards. The Honda retro travel enduro shares many similarities with the Himalayan. Its windshield and round headlight give it…
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Products: New- Touratech soft luggage for the BMW R 1300 GS
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Everyday use, short trips, travelling on holiday – Touratech offers an extensive range of soft luggage for the BMW R 1300 GS. Several product series cover the requirements of a wide range of usage scenarios. Three customised tank bag models are available for the BMW R 1300 GS. All three tank bags have the tried-and-tested…
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(Hugely) Tested: 2024 Ducati DesertX Rally
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If you like your adventure motorcycles, check out what we made of Ducati’s new DesertX Rally, having put it through its paces in some of the most challenging off-road terrain Morrocco has to offer. When we say ‘we’, we mean our very own Bruce Wilson! Bruce really gave the DesertX Rally a tough time and…
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Launch Ride: Honda CRF1100L Adventure Sports
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Over in Portugal right now is MoreBikes editor Ross, astride the new Africa Twin from Honda. Here’s what he’s had to say thus far: We’re off for a blast on the new Africa Twin Adventure Sports. We’ll get a chance to put both the Manual and DCT versions of the rugged, electronically-assisted adventure bike through…
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First look: Ducati Desmo450 MX revealed
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Ducati Corse Off-Road has unveiled its latest addition to the motocross scene: the Desmo450 MX. This Italian-made dirt bike is a bold move for the manufacturer, marking their return to the sport and showcasing a top-of-the-line model straight from their highly acclaimed racing division. Last year, Ducati announced their plans to release several off-road models…
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Should Peugeot make this?
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Introducing a stunning off-road vehicle with a 300cc single-cylinder engine boasting 30 HP and a lightweight build. However, this is not a creation from Peugeot, but rather the brilliant concept of designer Oberdan Bezzi. Some individuals are eager for the re-emergence of lightweight motorcycles with simplistic single-cylinder engines in the market. One of these individuals…
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Quick Spin: BMW R1300GS
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f you like ’em big, bold and packed full of poke, BMW’s latest R 1300 GS could be just the ride for you. Bruce Wilson reports… Despite my predilection for sportsbikes and trackdays, I know the GS very well. I had an R 1200 GS (air-/oil-cooled) in 2009 and clocked 9000 miles on it; at…
