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the 2023 rally west schedule is out!

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The 2023 Touratech Rally West schedule has dropped and it’s a fantastic mix of awesome riding, new programming, big names and rally favorites! The rally opens on June 22nd and you’ll be able to begin riding demo’s from KTM, Yamaha, Triumph, Harley-Davidson, Ducati factory trucks and local BMW dealership, SoSo Cycles. This year we've added [...]

Touratech-USA East: A Look Within the New East Coast Shop

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By Ron Lieback Touratech-USA has expanded to the east coast, providing riders east of the Mississippi an opportunity to interact with the products and expert staff personally.     Launched in 1990 by German world travelers Herbert Schwarz and Jochen Schanz, Touratech became the world’s first adventure-motorcycle-focused aftermarket accessories brands. The products, highlighted by Zega [...]

ADV Riding Gear Guide: Qualities to Seek and Tips

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By Ron Lieback ADV riding gear demands much besides protection, including comfort while standing or sitting. Here’s your guide to ADV riding gear and tips from a seasoned rider.   When adventure touring becomes your lifestyle, so does the pursuit of the ultimate gear. Not just any type, but ADV riding gear that caters to [...]

Finding the Perfect Moto Campsite: 8 Tips for Adventure Riders

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By Ron Lieback Photos by Jon Beck Finding a campsite is easy. Finding the perfect campsite is another story. With these tips, we’ll tell you what to look for to find a comfortable, and safe, night’s sleep. At the end of a long day in the ADV saddle, there are few things better than settling [...]

7 Sportbike Riding Techniques for Dual Sports; Ride Safer & Faster

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By Ron Lieback Want to ride safer and faster during those street portions of your adventure rides? Check out these seven sportbike riding tips adapted for bigger ADV bikes.   Adventure bikes didn’t interest me until 2010. Until then, I spent most of my moto life riding sportbikes and training/testing on road-racing circuits. Due to [...]

5 Moto Mindset Changes That Supercharge Rider Happiness

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Here are five simple ADV moto-mindset changes that will help you achieve even more happiness while riding every year—both on and off the bike. By Ron Lieback Reading is a constant flow of my entrepreneurism habits, and many of the principles learned to grow my businesses and others have directly strengthened my ability as a [...]

Do I Really Need A Motorcycle-Specific GPS? vs. Your Phone

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By Ron Lieback You may think your phone is all you need to get directions, but once you’re off-road, all bets are off. This is why you need a motorcycle-specific GPS. By now you know how powerful a tool your phone is for practically everything we do in our everyday lives. One of its most [...]

Installation: Touratech ABS Sensor Guard for KTM ADV Motorcycles

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Protect your KTM's vulnerable ABS sensor from rock and debris damage with this simple, easy to install guard from Touratech. The rear ABS sensor is a vital part of your KTM's braking system. If it is damaged during a trip, repair or replacement is costly and time-consuming. Save yourself time, money and heartache with this [...]

Your Essential Guide to Adventure Motorcycle Helmets

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By Ron Lieback An adventure bike is made to do a little bit of everything. An adventure helmet should do the same. This guide shows you what to look for.       As we head into the 2022 riding season, adventure motorcycles are once again trending at a WOT pace with nearly every manufacturer [...]

Installation: Touratech Skid Plate Grill for KTM 790/890 Adventure/R

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Increase the coverage of your OEM skid plate or Touratech RallyeForm skid plate with this laser-cut stainless steel guard for your KTM 890/790 Adventure or Adventure R. Don't leave your horn and headers exposed and vulnerable to rocks, sticks, or other debris that could damage these components. The KTM 890/790 front grill is easy to [...]