RIDE Adventures Blog

5 Best Adventure Bikes for Two-Up Riding and Touring

Kurt Spurlock — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:59:59 GMT

Some folks buy an adventure bike for all-terrain thrills. Others buy them because they make outstanding two-up touring bikes for tall people. Those two things don't have to be mutually exclusive.

The Best Motorcycle Routes in the World According to Professional Tour Guides

Kurt Spurlock — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Looking for the best motorcycle routes in the world? Just follow this guy.

As a company that's been scouting, building, and guiding international motorcycle trips for decades, we feel uniquely qualified to put together a list of the best routes/destinations we've found all across the world.

The Best Used Adventure Bikes Under $5000 Worth Buying in 2026

Kurt Spurlock — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Finding an adventure bike for under $5,000 is easy. Finding one that's actually worth buying is another thing entirely.

These Are the Best Motorcycle Trips in the USA

Kurt Spurlock — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:59:59 GMT

The USA is known for its wide-open spaces and top-tier motorcycle roads. Here's how to take full advantage of both from coast to coast.

How To Pick Up A Motorcycle Without Throwing Out Your Back

Kurt Spurlock — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:59:59 GMT

Ride for long enough, and you'll drop your bike a time or two. Here's how to pick up any motorcycle without destroying your back.

Zero-MPH Drops: Why They Happen and How to Stop Them

info@rideadv.com (RIDE Adventures) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 01:59:54 GMT

Nothing bruises the ego like tipping your ADV bike over at walking pace… or at a dead stop. No glory, no epic story—just “I was basically parked and it fell over.”

The good news? Those zero-mph drops are rarely about “not being strong enough” or “this bike’s too big for me.” They’re usually about technique, setup, and a bit of physics you can absolutely master.

Let’s break down why they happen—and how to cut them way down.

These ADV Riding Tips From Pro Tour Guides Are Essential

info@rideadv.com (RIDE Adventures) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT

We've been riding and guiding ADV trips for decades, and we're still learning something new with every journey. This quick-and-easy list of ADV riding tips will get you headed in the right direction.

When Your Bike Breaks Down in the Backcountry: Survival and Recovery Tips

info@rideadv.com (RIDE Adventures) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

When your bike sputters to a stop in the middle of nowhere, one kind of rider grins and thinks, “Game on,” and the other feels their stomach drop.

Alpinestars Tech 7 vs Tech 10 Boot Review: Which Makes More Sense for ADV and Off-Road Riders?

Garrett Galván — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:00:00 GMT

If you hang around ADV and dirt riders long enough, two boot names come up over and over: Alpinestars Tech 7 and Alpinestars Tech 10. Same brand, similar look, totally different price tag. The big question we get all the time on tours and in training is:

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

Garrett Galván — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 01:30:00 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.