Staff Blogs

Touratech Essential Accessories: Yamaha Tenere 700

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As the CEO of Touratech USA and a founder of Backcountry Discovery Routes, Paul Guillien has ridden just about every adventure motorcycle out there. He's put a lot of miles on a lot of trails and roads so we sent him out to test the Tenere 700 on the WABDR and talk about some of [...]

Taking the Lafferty Line

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A quick story by Touratech-USA, CEO, Paul Guillien about his BMW F850GS ride on the North East BDR. Photos by Eli Woody We are riding an expert-only section somewhere in Maine, while filming the NEBDR documentary. This particular section is known to be very technical and challenging and is being considered for inclusion in the [...]

The Art of Riding in the Rain 2

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As I look outside and watch it rain sideways a week before the official end of summer I've realized that Fall has fallen. Touratech USA is based in Seattle, WA and you might have heard, it rains here.  I pinned down a few of our team members and got some tips, tricks and stories about [...]

How to Master Body Position

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By Ron Lieback Mastering Body Position for ADV Motorcycle Riding Fundamentals. They’re the cornerstones for your two-wheel abilities, and without them, you’re going to struggle, be frustrated, and likely get a face full of dirt. Long story short, there is no substitute for excellent fundamentals and arguably the most important fundamental of all is body [...]

Motorcycle Camping Tips: Cooking on the Trail

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Motorcycle Camping Tips: Cooking By Ron Lieback   When we think of extended motorcycle touring, the idea of “freedom” and “getting away from it all” typically fuels our desires to get out there and go. Though we’re passion-forward with our touring plans, we soon miss one of the simplest comforts of home while camping – [...]

Slideshow: Touratech Vietnam Rides the CABDR

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Recently, the team from Touratech Vietnam came to the USA and rode the Southern California Backcountry Discovery Route! The riding was amazing, they had an awesome time and when it was over they claimed it to be the most fun, but difficult ADV riding they've ever done. Well done, boys!

Touratech GPS Classes: Garmin Montana – Part 3 of 3

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Part 3 of 3 Now is a great time to sharpen your GPS skills. Join Touratech Adventure Expert and Touratech Rally Ride Coordinator, Eric Archambault for this in-depth, GPS specific skills class. This class will focus on the Garmin Montana Series of GPS units. You should leave this video with a solid understanding on all [...]

Touratech GPS Classes: Garmin Montana – Part 2 of 3

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Part 2 of 3 Now is a great time to sharpen your GPS skills. Join Touratech Adventure Expert and Touratech Rally Ride Coordinator, Eric Archambault for this in-depth, GPS specific skills class. This class will focus on the Garmin Montana Series of GPS units. You should leave this video with a solid understanding on all [...]

Touratech GPS Classes: Garmin Montana – Part 1 of 3

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Part 1 of 3 Now is a great time to sharpen your GPS skills. Join Touratech Adventure Expert and Touratech Rally Ride Coordinator, Eric Archambault for this in-depth, GPS specific skills class. This class will focus on the Garmin Montana Series of GPS units. You should leave this video with a solid understanding on all [...]

Touratech Explains Electronic Traction Control (Mototrek Video)

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Electronic traction control is a relatively new feature on adventure motorcycles. Traction control systems are becoming more and more advanced and offer lots of customization. Eric and Iain are back to explain how it all works, when you should use it, and when you shouldn't. Touratech-USA