Tag Archives: Adventure

Open Letter to Suzuki: It’s Time for a DR-Z “Adventure”

Posted on September 24, 2026 by MotoADVR

Dear Suzuki, I think it’s time to put a navigation tower on the DR-Z4s. The Winds are Shifting There are a lot of things converging in the motorcycle market right now that make me think Suzuki has a pretty obvious … Continue reading →

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Would a Ténéré 900 Redefine the Adventure Flagship?

Posted on September 18, 2026 by MotoADVR

After Yamaha teased a 3-beat heartbeat photo captioned “Redefine the standard”, rumors are circulating about he possibility of a Ténéré 900. On the heels of the Super Ténéré’s retirement, I’ve considered the possibility that Yamaha may legitimately launch a new Ténéré with its 3-cylinder CP3 engine from the Tracer 9. Yamaha’s CP3 has no shortage of fans and accolades; meanwhile, many Americans undoubtedly bemoan the “touring” capability of the Ténéré 700, considering our lust for more “power”. Dropping a 900 with dirt chops in a country densely populated with interstate freeways makes a lot of sense. However, what if Yamaha not only launches a Ténéré 900, but actually adopts a sub-1000cc motorcycle as its Adventure Touring Flagship? Continue reading →

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What is AI Slop Doing to Motorcycle Journalism?

Posted on September 12, 2026 by MotoADVR

I’ve had quite a few people ask me what I think about the rumored Yamaha Ténéré 900. I’m excited about the possibility of a new Yamaha adventure touring motorcycle, and I think there’s plenty of legitimate discussion to be had about what Yamaha might do with it. While I plan to unpack my thoughts about a future T9 soon, what has me more stirred is the number of fake motorcycle images showing up on social feeds and “journalistic” websites. Continue reading →

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What Accessories Should You Buy for Your New ADV Motorcycle? 

Posted on January 23, 2026 by MotoADVR

You’ve spent months dreaming about a new ADV motorcycle, and now it’s finally in your garage. Undoubtedly, you expect to bolt some accessories on this new “dual purpose” machine, but where do you start? 1. Change the Odometer Whatever that … Continue reading →

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What’s on Your Moto Bucket List?

Posted on January 8, 2026 by MotoADVR

Since 2019, life has had a firm hand on the wheel so I rode when I could and adjusted riding plans based on what opportunities presented themselves. For the time being, things have been stable, and I want to get … Continue reading →

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Most Affordable Middle-Weight Adventure Tires

Posted on May 6, 2025 by MotoADVR

In the shadow of the cerveza sickness, inflation is very real, and tires sure feel especially affected. These days, buying new tires is one of the most expensive routine maintenance items you’ll pay for. As the middle-weight segment gains more … Continue reading →

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Tale of Two Dual-Sports

Posted on February 17, 2025 by MotoADVR

“A race bike with a plate a dual-sport does not make.” The American moto media has applied the label “Dual-Sport” to motorcycles like the Tenere 700 the same as it describes the CRF450RL. A club of baggers bros can ride … Continue reading →

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The Lightweight ADV Segment Evolves

Posted on February 7, 2025 by MotoADVR

Way back in the early days of 2017, I went to the International Motorcycle Show to see the new Royal Enfield Himalayan in the flesh. The Himalayan premiered internationally in 2016 but wasn’t available in the U.S. until 2018. On … Continue reading →

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Motorcyclists beware: Road Closed Due to Culture Clash

Posted on January 2, 2024 by MotoADVR

I caught this news headline a while back, “Construction zone along I-75 facing changes after 2 fatal crashes within weeks”. I-75 has been under construction for 2 decades here in Dayton, and unfortunately the situation has finally  come to a … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter to Yamaha: Revive the 350

Posted on December 5, 2023 by MotoADVR

Dear Yamaha, Please build the trifecta of tree-fiddies. The Tenere 350 At this stage, I shouldn’t need to convince anyone that putting an MT-07 engine into an adventure frame and launching an all new 700 adventure bike is a good … Continue reading →

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