The BMW 1300 GS is a ground-up redesign of one of the most iconic motorcycles of all time. Has BMW jumped the shark with the new GS, or is a lighter, more powerful boxer what we needed all along?

If you're shopping for an adventure bike in 2026, we've got good news for you: You've got more choices than Nick Cannon has children.

Unfortunately, that also means picking a favorite has never been harder, but we managed to round up 9 of the most exciting options of the year for your consideration. 

Who says you need a 500-pound adventure bike to get off the beaten path? Keep your all-terrain exploits pure with the best dual sport motorcycles on the planet.  

We've been testing budget ADV motorcycle gear all year to see what's actually worth buying in 2025. Here's our recommendation for the perfect head-to-toe kit. 

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Wanna stay dry in the worst weather for the least amount of cash possible? Sounds like a motorcycle rain suit is just what the doctor ordered.  

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Top shelf vs bottom dollar: We compare the most expensive adventure motorcycle jackets from the most popular brands to their budget-friendly counterparts to figure out how much a good jacket is really worth. 

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Give Mother Nature the driest middle finger she’s ever seen with our favorite waterproof motorcycle gloves of the year.

If you want to tour the world on two wheels, you'd better be prepared for rain. On our recent trip through Vietnam, the crew and I probably spent about half our time riding through wet conditions, and good waterproof gear made all the difference. 

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Nothing beats short motorcycle boots when it comes to comfort, convenience, or cost. Here are our favorite boots for riders of every ilk.  

Here at RIDE Adventures, we dedicate lots of time and energy to advocating the largest, most protective boots money can buy.

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If you're going to ride your dual sport as the good lord intended (in the dirt), adding one of the best dual sport helmets on the market to your arsenal should be at the top of your list.

Here are our favorite options we've tested this year.

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Motorcycle jeans have come a long way in recent years. Today's options look better, fit better, and protect better than ever before: You've officially run out of excuses to ride in street clothes.