In Issue #15 we saw how Andy from Andy Strapz gutsed his brand-new DR-Z into the deep and murky waters of a boghole. Not one to be discouraged, Andy waded out into the even deeper and murkier waters of an insurance claim, and now, with a new bike, he continues his story. The folks at […]
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Bali is an island of contrasts. Its beaches fuel a thriving surfing community and hedonistic beachside bar scene, while its mountain villages are adorned with temples and yoga retreats for those wanting to immerse themselves in culture and relaxation. I’d already visited many amazing places and ridden spectacular roads on some of Indonesia’s less frequently
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There’s no doubt there’s something amazing and wonderful about riding in exotic locations. I’ve ridden some really mind-numbing, end-of-the-world places, and every one of them has been incredible. Even so, I constantly find myself saying to Australians, “You have no concept of how lucky we are here”. People so often tell me how amazing it
We’ve been challenging readers to come up with a better deal than our own $2000 KLR. Here’s a couple of owners who say they’ve done even better. What’s your call? Have they outdone Adventure Rider Magazine with the deal of the decade? Email and let us know. Mark Stayt’s 2002 XR650R I managed to purchase
A different type of luxury holiday Rachael Stone thinks adventure riding might just be the new Bali, and can see some definite advantages for the girls – if they know how to work the angles. Dawn over the Paroo River. If there’s a romantic getaway to be had the fairer sex are the ones to
So, I was figuring I’m getting to be an old hand at this adventure-riding caper. I’ve got my full licence. I’ve been riding for about three years. I’ve owned four different bikes and written off one. I’m no longer the slowest rider on the trip (well…that’s not true unless there’s a learner rider and it’s
Ride Central NSW Dualsport Australia has just released the second disc in the‘Great Rides’ series. This instalment has over 2500km of varied riding with the same easy-to-follow GPS data and route sheets as the first disc. It’s all amazing riding for bikes of all sizes, and the planning and route finding has been done for
He’s the man behind the Adventure Challenge website! It’s Richard Morwood Q. Where are you based, Richard? A. Penrith, NSW. Q. What’s your age? A. 29.
To walk through Touratech’s factory in Niedereschach on the fringes of the Black Forest in southern Germany, is, on one hand, jaw-dropping and enlightening. On the other hand, it’s probably just as you’d expect it to be. I’d gone to Germany knowing full well that Touratech is one of the most respected brands in adventure-motorcycle
