Ktm690 Enduro

While the outlook for riding during the winter period is typically grim in the UK, the turn of the new year is an exciting time as most motorcycle manufacturers choose to unveil and launch their newest motorcycles. Ducati even claims that the new engine, which delivers 85% of its torque at under 3,500rpm, has the highest torque output of any bike in its class at 4,000rpm, a welcome change as we found the 1200 to be a bit sluggish from a rolling start when compared to, say, the BMW S1000XR.

PhilWestNew Former Editor of Bike, ex-Road Test Editor of MCN, ridden more bikes than he can remember. The wait is almost over, for at the Eicma 2017, KTM proudly presents the prototype of such a super lightweight adventure bike designed all around the brand new 2-cylinder LC8c engine.

The off road rides are primarily beginner and intermediate dirt roads and include the Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route and parts of the Utah Backcountry Discovery Route. Many bikes have fairly high seat heights, performance off-road bikes (suitable for adventure riding) normally have even higher seat heights.

THe wee strom is the best sorted all round adventure bike-popular world wide and a lot cheaper than a BMw. Triumph's Tiger 800 range has been a best seller for years and for 2018 there's a new selection of three on-road and three off-road models. Motorcycles brought them together, and just saying yes has brought new adventure in to their lives, as they travel around the world.

Great for him but that doesn't mean scooters are ideal bikes for that kind of travel. For instance, the Honda CL350 Scrambler was a variation on the Honda CB350 street motorcycle with high exhaust pipes, a larger front wheel, dirt-oriented tires, and lower gearing.

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.

Heavily off-road biased, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure moto R features more than just the 21 and 18 inch spoked front and rear wheels, and much more than the fully adjustable WP suspension package. The two-piece Cordura (or similar) textile suit adapts well to adventure riding, even if you don't look as cool as in a Rukka Allroad.

Rider training involves more than just the physical aspect, to reach your full riding potential you have to train your mind as well. Max McAllister is the President of Traxxion Dynamics, manufacturer of suspension components for motorcycles and mountain bikes.

It's based on an all-new middleweight platform that the company says will allow for engines from 500 to 1250 cc. The photo shows an upright bike with a front fairing that looks to take inspiration from the Road Glide cruiser. Imagine trying to control two trail bikes at the same time - that's the kind of deal here.

Some may be completely new to riding, while others have many years of experience on other types of motorcycles. The components and materials on these bikes are designed for harsh, extended use so are overbuilt for most forms of touring. Option 2: if you are looking for the best performance option, a suspension specialists can lower and tune the suspension factoring in your height, your weight, average bike load and riding style.

When your road suddenly turns to muddy ruts it's often enough to make some riders turn around and head back the other way. These motorcycles are usually heavier and more durable than the models derived from off-road motorcycles. Typical lightweight adventure bikes normally weigh in at sub 140 kg (fuelled without gear).