Author Archives: MotoADVR

The Cherohala Skyway, back to the Mile High Legend: Triumph Dragon Raid 2016

Posted on October 25, 2016 by MotoADVR

At last year’s Raid, I only traversed “The Skyway” once, and only from Stecoah into Tellico plains (during most of which I had no idea where I was). I was hoping to take the Skyway as part of the route … Continue reading →

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The Tail of the Dragon, US-129: Triumph Dragon Raid 2016

Posted on October 21, 2016 by MotoADVR

  At some point this year I vowed “come hell or high water”, I was riding a different motorcycle to this year’s Dragon Raid. As such, with Rosie taking up residence on the porch, riding  a sportier chassis across “The … Continue reading →

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The Road to Oskar Blues Brewery: Triumph Dragon Raid 2016

Posted on October 12, 2016 by MotoADVR

During these year’s Dragon Raid, it goes without saying I rode many of the same routes that I covered last year. That said, while the roads didn’t change a whole lot, the way they feel under a new motorcycle certainly … Continue reading →

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Triumph Speedmaster Long Term Review: Final Thoughts After 45,000 Miles

Posted on October 3, 2016 by MotoADVR

After three years and over 45,500 miles, Lola moved on to a new owner last week. It’s unfortunate that I had to let the Speedmaster go, but there’s simply no room for two, and I wanted to fund the Scrambler project. … Continue reading →

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2016 Triumph Dragon Raid: Round Trip to Deal’s Gap

Posted on September 30, 2016 by MotoADVR

Normally I’d say that the trip down and trip back to the Dragon Raid are distinct events, however this year’s commute to and from the Raid was one of the most challenging motorcycle trips I’ve taken. Obviously this was no … Continue reading →

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Triumph Dragon Raid 2016: Preview

Posted on September 24, 2016 by MotoADVR

Back to back motorcycle trips certainly hasn’t helped my writing. It has (hopefully) provided me with some new photos and video, and probably a few decent stories. This year’s Dragon Raid started out on the wrong foot, with me melting … Continue reading →

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Destination Red River Gorge: Moto-Camping and New Roads

Posted on September 9, 2016 by MotoADVR

Ferris said “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Those words are ringing quite true at the moment. The new bike has been awesome, but between changing jobs … Continue reading →

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Destination State Route 763: Twisty Roads in Southwest Ohio

Posted on August 25, 2016 by MotoADVR

At this point of the year I’m gearing up for my big trip to Deal’s Gap for the annual Triumph Rally, but there are a few decent roads to be found here at home. Once you’ve spent time riding in … Continue reading →

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Breaking in the Scrambler… or maybe it’s breaking me in?

Posted on August 13, 2016 by MotoADVR

Three weeks and now there’s 2,000 new miles on the Scrambler’s odometer. I’m still impressed by how the Speedmaster and the Scram share the same engine but behave completely different. I imagine after a year or so I’ll start putting some … Continue reading →

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Singing in the Rain…

Posted on August 10, 2016 by MotoADVR

I wouldn’t go as far as to say I’m terrified of riding in the rain… but close. One of my goals with “the new bike” is to ride, rain or shine, whenever possible. The “rubber met the road”, as they … Continue reading →

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