- It’s What We Do
- Riding the Cordillera Blanca – South America at its best
- BMW F800GS – Off to the Safari Enduro
- Industry Player – Geeze Goldhawk
- White sand to red dust – A PLB story
- Crazy Kunzum La – A tough run in the Himalayas
- Ladies only – BMW Off Road Training
- Off-road Test – Husqvarna 701 Enduro
- Across Australia – From the Indian to the Pacific
- Tour Of Duty: A Victorian three-day
- KTM Rallye 2016 – KTMs all over the place
- Domestic bliss – At home with the Ducati Multistrada Enduro
- Reader’s Ride – The Flinders
- Trials and tribulations with Karen Ramsay
- Dunns swamp – Another great secret location
- How To Ride with Miles Davis
- Checkout
- Fit Out
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Icebreaker Merino socks
Soft, highly breathable merino wool keeps feet dry, odour-free and comfortable.
• Icebreaker merino wool
• Anatomical toe box
• Variable cushion density
• Ankle support
• Instep support
• Seamless toe closure
• Comfort cuf
RRP: $39.95 plus postage
Available from: Andy Strapz
Phone: (03) 9770 2207
Web: www.andystrapz.com
KTM clutch/brake articulated lever set
Suits 1190 Adventure and 1290 Super Adventure.
• CNC-machined from high-strength aluminum
• Tough black/orange anodized surface finish
• Lever can fold away upwards in the event of a crash
• Adjustable grip width
• Adjustable lever length
RRP: $499.99
Available from: Your local KTM dealer
Web: www.ktm.com.au
Rad Guard Ducati Multistrada Enduro radiator and oil cooler guard
How appropriate is this! See page 72.
• Protects your radiator and oil cooler from rocks and other debris
• Allows adequate air flow
• Easy to fit
• Made from high-grade aluminium
• Three-year warranty
RRP: $229. On special now for $175
Available from: Rad Guard
Phone: (02) 6658 0060
Web: www.radguard.com.au
Kreiga tail packs
Heaps of versatility.
• 100 per cent waterproof and dustproof main compartment
• Universal fit
• Supplied with all necessary fitting straps – no additional hardware or racks required
• Compatible with other size tailpacks in the Kriega range – join on more tailpacks to add more space
• US-20 and US-30 supplied with removable shoulder strap for carrying the pack while on or off the bike
• Quality materials throughout
• 10 year guarantee
RRP: US-5 $79. US-10 $109. US-20 $155. US-30 $195.
Available from: Overlander Adventure Equipment
Web: www.overlanderae.com.au
Super Ténéré engine guard
Protect that big girl!
• Minimises damage to the bike if it’s dropped
• Made from strong, thick, black-powder-coated metal tubing
• Easy to install
• Can hold the optional fog-lamp kit (sold separately)
• Mounting hardware included
RRP: $450.19
Available from: Your local authorised Yamaha Dealer or Y-Shop
Web: yshop.yamaha-motor.com.au
LS2 Pioneer MX436 helmet
A lot of helmet for a great price.
• Certified ECE 22.05
• UV-resistant coating
• Lots of venting
• Scratch-, fog- and UV-resistant visor with twin shield system
• Breathable and washable liner
• Sizes XS – XXL
RRP: $199.99 including GST
Available from: Bike shops
Web: www.monzaimports.com.au
Desert Fox five-litre fuel cell
Extend your fuel range.
• Six strong tie-down points suitable for Rockstraps
• Integrated straps for securing onto a pannier or rear carrier
• Strong enough to handle the worst conditions and flexible enough to be folded away
• 0.4kg when empty
• Flexible nozzle stores in the pouch when not required
RRP: $99 plus shipping
Available from: Adventure Motorcycle Equipment
Email: www.adventuremotorcycle.com.au
Mitas MC-23
Another alternative from Mitas.
• 20/80 road/off-road.
• DOT approved, tube-type
• Load/speed rating 335kg@170kph
• Directional tyre
• Recommended for medium to hard terrain
• Tyre surface has a slightly tacky texture for optimum traction
RRP: $109 – $149
Available from: Bike shops everywhere
Web: www.mitas.com.au
BikeService rim protector
Wheels are expensive. Keep them looking good.
RRP: $15.49
Available from: www.motoplace.com.au
Web: www.motoplace.com.au
Motodry Advent-tour jacket
Made for real adventure riders.
• Heavy-duty abrasion-resistant material
• CE armour safety kit and HDF back protector
• Hand-warmer pockets
• Unzip panels expose air-flow mesh
• Adjustable magnetic collar closure
• Dual detachable liner – waterproof and thermal
• Rear storage pocket
• Night safety reflectives
• Rear shoulder hydration-pack pocket (bladder not included)
• Lower waist side-expansion zips
• Adjustable waist belt
• Zip for attaching to pants
• Sizes S to 5XL
RRP: $349.95
Available from: Moto National Accessories
Web: www.motonational.com.au
Held Cold Champ men’s glove
Made for Winter.
• Outer shell goatskin palm and Taslan, leather-detailed back
• Lining 3M Thinsulate
• Thermoplush fleece on back of hand
• Gore-tex membrane
• Tunnel strap and velcro adjustment at wrists and cuffs
• Visor wipe
• Stretch fabric panels on back
• Leather-covered, hard-plastic knuckle protection
• 3M Scotchlite reflectors
• Reinforced edge of hand
• Sizes: 7 to12
• Colours: Black 01
RRP: $250
Available from: www.heldaustralia.com.au
GIVI Trekker Outback range
A premium name in bike luggage.
• Constructed from 1.5mm anodised aluminium
• Equipped with the new Monokey® mounting system in die-cast aluminium and inserts reinforced with technopolymer
• Unique key operates the opening/closing system for both lid and attachment to the bike
• Internal reinforcement in cast aluminium
• Reinforced rubberised gaskets in lid
• Fitted with stainless-steel handles and mounting points
• Panniers available in 37 litre or 48 litre
• Top box available in 42 litre (fits one helmet) or 58 litre (fits two helmets)
• Optional extras include waterproof inner bags, homologated 2.5-litre jerry can and holder, 500ml thermal flask and stainless-steel support, polyurethane backrest
RRP: Panniers: 37-litre $549 48-litre $599
Top case: 46-litre $499; 52-litre $599
Available from: Overlander Adventure Equipment
Web: www.overlanderae.com.au
KTi Plb
Don’t leave home without it.
• 66-channel receiver
• Global coverage
• Three-metre GPS accuracy
• Strobe light
• 10-year battery life
• 10-year warranty
• Waterproof and self-bouyant
RRP: $299
Available from: Adventure Rider Magazine e-store
Web: www.advridermag.com.au/store
BMW roll bag
A universal, waterproof luggage roll. The editor’s choice for the GS Safari Enduro.
• Heavy-duty TPU-coated polyester fabric (tarp), bottom in textile look
• Waterproof finishing with welded seams
• Removable, three-dimensional EVA bottom panel
• Simple fastening with length-adjustable straps with plug fasteners
• Roll closure in combination with Fidlock magnetic lock and inside zipper
• Large access opening for easy packing
• Small outside net pocket and small, waterproof inside zipper pocket
• Removable, adjustable shoulder strap and padded carrying handle
• Reflective material on side and front
• Volume: approx. 50 litres
• Dimensions: Width approx. 40 cm, Length approx. 65 cm
• Color: Dark blue
RRP: $230
Available from: From all BMW Motorrad dealers
Web: www.bmwmotorrad.com.au
JNS Engineering DR650 footpeg lowering mount
Made in the US.
• Choose between straight 40mm drop or 40mm drop with 25mm rearward offset
• For use with stock ’pegs or any compatible ’peg
• Heavy-duty steel construction
• Powder-coated black
• Mounting bolts included
RRP: $124.95 – $134-95
Available from: Adventure Bike Australia
Web: www.adventurebikeaustralia.com.au
Cobrra Nemo 2 chain oiler
High-tech approach to an old-school job.
• Easy NEMO 2 control mounted on handlebar
• Simple and fast installation. No messing with bike electronics or construction
• Made of light aluminium alloys
• Continuous oil displacement under pressure gives uniform lube and maximum chain life
• Continuous lubrication of NEMO 2 internal parts delivers high reliability and long service
• Ideal for off-road use
RRP: TBA
Available from: AdventureMoto
Web: www.adventuremoto.com.au
Tractionator GPS tyre
Designed to go anywhere on the globe and back home again.
• Reversible – either 50/50 or Mostly Off Road
• In 50/50 direction the GPS is a well behaved street-able tyre with smooth cornering transition from centre to cranked all the way over
• In Mostly Off Road direction the aggressive straight line hook-up and cornering drive is engaged
• 25 per cent stronger carcass construction than other adventure tyres
• High resistance to punctures
• Unique compound for long mileage
• Dependable traction in a wide variety of conditions
• 30 per cent more tread depth than most adventure tyres
RRP: Front $139.95. Rear $249.95
Available from: Your local dealer
Web: www.jtr.com.au
Barkbusters BBZs
A huge favourite with the Adventure Rider Magazine staff!
• Stylish fabric handguard design lined with a waterproof membrane
• Can be fitted to almost any handlebar set-up
• Flexes around fairing and windscreen at full steering lock
• Ideal for faired motorcycles
• Anti-flap design is self-supporting under wind pressure
• Leaves controls free of interference
• Maximum cold-weather protection
• Can be fitted independently or over Barkbusters backbones
RRP: $119.95
Available from: Your local bike shop
Web: www.barkbusters.net
MotoPressor Mini Pump
A brilliant innovation in a great product.
• Connect the MotoPressor Mini Pump to your motorcycle battery or a mini jump starter
• Select a pressure scale in either PSI, BAR or KPA
• Select the pressure you would like to pump your tyres to
• Switch the pump on, stand back and let the pump do the work
• Once the pump reaches the pre-selected tyre pressure, it switches off automatically
RRP: $85.95 plus postage
Available from: All good motorcycle stores
Web: www.rockycreekdesigns.com.au
Touratech Overgloves
A great alternative to packing a second pair of gloves.
• Pack small to save space
• Fit over regular gloves to keep hands warm and dry
• Sizes S-XXXL
• Made from waterproof Oxford fabric
RRP: $48
Available from: shop.touratech.com.au
Web: www.touratech.com.au
Performance R3 waist pack
• Compact, waterproof waist pack for carrying essentials
• Single Kriega alloy-buckle version of our unique fit system
• Allows quick adjustment without any loose ends
RRP: $115
See more at www.triumphmotorcycles.com.au
Akrapovic slip-on silencer for Husqvarna 701 Enduro
For riders looking for optimum performance.
• Hexagonal silencer
• Perfectly suited to the sharp lines of the Husky
RRP: $1699.99
Available from: Husqvarna dealers
Web: www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com
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