RIDE Adventures Blog

Motorcycle Tool Kit for Adventure Riding: What You Actually Need and What’s Overkill

Kurt Spurlock — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:50:09 GMT

Once upon a time, if you can believe it, every motorcycle left the factory with its own tool kit. Sounds crazy, I know, but in the not-so-distant past, manufacturers both expected and encouraged owners to handle basic maintenance and repairs.

How to Buy a Used Adventure Motorcycle: Inspection Checklist and Red Flags

Kurt Spurlock — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:41:49 GMT

There are plenty of good reasons to buy a used adventure motorcycle rather than shelling out for a new one at the dealer. We'll cover quite a few of those reasons here, but most of them ultimately boil down to dollars and cents.

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Adventure Review: Is the Baby Versys Still Worth It?

Garrett Galván — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:41:26 GMT

The little Versys has a cult following for a reason. On paper it doesn’t look wild: a 296cc parallel twin, modest suspension, and a spec sheet that won’t impress the “1,000cc-or-bust” crowd.

In the real world though, the Versys-X 300 punches way above its weight as a beginner-friendly, ultra-manageable, go-anywhere travel bike.

Used ADV Gear: What to Buy and What to Avoid

Kurt Spurlock — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:39:42 GMT

Motorcycle gear is notoriously expensive, but ADV gear is something else entirely. Whether we're talking about a $1,000 set of Mosko Moto bags or a $600 pair of Sidi boots, you'll find plenty of reasons to run to the used ADV gear market for financial relief.

And run you should. Buying used gives you a chance to enjoy top-shelf gear for rock-bottom prices, assuming you know what to look for and what to avoid. We've bought our fair share of used ADV gear over the years, so here's our take on how to get it right.

How to Winterize Your Motorcycle the Easy Way

Kurt Spurlock — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:07:28 GMT

Putting your bike away for the cold months? Here's how to winterize your motorcycle for maximum protection with minimal effort.

Adv Riders’ Sand Survival Guide: 14 Mistakes to Avoid With Fixes

Garrett Galván — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:00:34 GMT

Riding in sand—love it or hate it, it’s a skill every ADV rider needs to tackle. If you’re a seasoned off-road adventurer or just starting out, sand can be one of the trickiest terrains to master.

It’s unpredictable, wobbly, and unforgiving if your technique isn’t on point. But don’t worry! We’ve got you covered.

How to Prioritize Your Adventure Motorcycle Gear Budget

Kurt Spurlock — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:35:24 GMT

Skip the loud pipe and the bolt-on bling and invest your cash here instead.

Best Summer Motorcycle Helmets: Lightweight, Ventilated Lids We Tested

Kurt Spurlock — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:04:04 GMT

Light, breezy, and packed with features, these are the best summer motorcycle helmets we've tested this year.

We recently got back from an enduro trip in the mountains outside Barcelona. Riding off-road is always sweaty work, but doing it during the hottest day ever recorded in the city's history was something else entirely.

Best Lightweight Adventure Bikes in 2026

Kurt Spurlock — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:06:38 GMT

Whether you’re a grizzled ADV veteran or a new rider feeling dirt-curious, we can all agree that lighter, more compact bikes deliver their own special brand of fun.

If you’re looking for the best lightweight adventure bikes to take for a spin this year, we’ve got you covered.

9 Adventure Motorcycle Tires That Will Get You Through Anything

Kurt Spurlock — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:39:49 GMT

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Adventure motorcycle tires are always a hotly debated topic.

There are endless pages of forums, YouTube comment sections, and articles debating the merits of what sort of tire is best for different riders on different bikes. Don’t even get me started on tire pressures.