Author Archives: MotoADVR

Why Do People Love Harley-Davidson?

Posted on February 17, 2023 by MotoADVR

For many years I never understood the American pre-occupation with Harley-Davidson. After recent experiences, I think I may finally get the allure. Your mileage may vary. Continue reading →

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Adventure Motorcycles: Evolution of the Middleweight Segment

Posted on November 18, 2022 by MotoADVR

Last week, Honda and Suzuki both announced new middle-weight adventure-class motorcycles at the EICMA show in Milan. Considering my fondness for dirt-worthy touring motorcycles, I was obviously excited to hear the news; especially the new offering from Honda. With more models coming onboard out of Japan, the “middle-weight” segment is filling out nicely. At the same time, while I’m happy to see more affordable, capable, twin-cylinder options available to ADV enthusiasts, I question some of the choices manufacturers are making these days. Continue reading →

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7 Deady Motorcycle Maintenance Sins…

Posted on November 4, 2022 by MotoADVR

7 deadly motorcycle sins… that I commit on the regular. Continue reading →

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Tomorrow’s Commute: Self-Driving Cars Against Motorcycles

Posted on August 5, 2022 by MotoADVR

Will the pursuit of self-driving passenger vehicles remove motorcycles from commuter routes? Are folks distracted by technology or have we sanitized the driving experience to our own detriment? Continue reading →

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Two Strokes Versus Four: Confessions of a Woods Racer

Posted on August 2, 2022 by MotoADVR

After riding and racing a Husky two-stroke enduro for two years, I sold a bike despite my passion for two-stroke engines. Why would I do such a thing? But first, a woods rider’s perspective on an age old debate. Continue reading →

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The Motorcycle Cheapskate: Defining Value

Posted on July 13, 2022 by MotoADVR

When folks ask me how I got into motorcycles, the answer is some variation of:“After watching a movie with a sweet motorcycle, I used $4 a gallon gas to justify buying a scooter.” For whatever it’s worth, the movie was … Continue reading →

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The 13 Motorcyclists You’ll Meet

Posted on May 20, 2022 by MotoADVR

Over the years that I’ve been riding motorcycles, the topic of segmentation and polarity comes up frequently in conversation. Cruiser people versus sportbike people versus commuters; greybeards and teenage fools… The longer I ride, despite the discussion about tribalism, I … Continue reading →

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Harley Sportster Project: Adventure Tourer Planning

Posted on May 3, 2022 by MotoADVR

For folks not following on Instagram, I brought home a new (to me) motorcycle a couple of weeks ago. “Charlotte” is a 2006 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom with about 9,000 miles on the clock. For anyone that followed the Dirtster … Continue reading →

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Triumph Scrambler Project: Stage 4 Upgrades

Posted on March 27, 2022 by MotoADVR

Somewhere in late 2020, I started writing this update on the status of Rosie the Scrambler and it “got lost in the move”. At any rate, a buddy of mine asked me the other day if I planned on posting something that covered all the stuff I’ve done to the Scrambler since I’ve had it. As I’m publishing a library of “scrammy knowledge” here on the blog, it seemed fitting to post that update here first. Continue reading →

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Kuhl Silencr Kargo Pants: Post-ride Hiking Attire

Posted on March 20, 2022 by MotoADVR

I know what you’re thinking, “Drew, isn’t this a motorcycle blog?”
Why yes, yes it is, but hang with me here. While I’ve proven to myself that I’m capable of riding year-round, there’s no doubt I much prefer hiking in the winter months to suffering through boring rides on the freeway in frigid temperatures. Moreover, if you’re the “adventure moto-camping” sort, these hiking pants are right up your alley. Continue reading →

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