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About Our Selections

These selections considered ease of use, rideability, price, and how effective each motorcycle was achieving the stated goal of its class. We are confident that any of these bikes will be superb options for most riders.

To further define what we are meaning by "Adventure Motorcycles" we have set our sights at a full day trip across varied terrain, or a weekend away with the ability to carry all necessities with you on the bike.

2023 Aprilia Tuareg 660

A newer ADV that is focused around the midrange in both price and performance

2023 Husqvarna Norden 901

A bike of two personalities, both of them good

2023 Triumph Tiger 1200

The latest in a solid family line of capable ADV machinery

2023 Ducati DesertX

Built to be off the road more than it is on it

2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

One of the best dedicated off-road ADV bikes in recent years, from the best ADV bike builders

2023 Ducati Multistrada V2

Almost $10,000 less than the V4, yet almost equal on tech and utility, a bargain in the premium ADV segment

2023 KTM 890 Adventure R

A stalwart of the midrange price class. Durable, affordable, desirable.

2023 Yamaha Ténéré 700

A strong contender in the field of middle-sized engine ADVs

2023 Honda Africa Twin

The King of No Roads, beating its own path with a pedigree and history all its own

2023 BMW R1250 GS Adventure

A modern classic, reliable and world-famous for its durability and boxer engine

2023 BMW F850 GS/GS Adventure

The little brother to the R1250 GS Adventure, but still just as capable

2023 Harley Davidson Pan America 1250 Special

Almost $10,000 less than the V4, yet almost equal on tech and utility, a bargain in the premium ADV segment

2023 Ducati Multistrada V4 S

The undisputed King of premium ADV bikes

2023 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally

Almost $10,000 less than the V4, yet almost equal on tech and utility, a bargain in the premium ADV segment