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Mistakes That Motorcycle Travellers Make
Episode 332
There’s a first time for everything, including motorcycle travel, and there’s a lot to consider before heading out on the road. Novice travellers often learn through trial and error, but even seasone…
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
Why all the Hype about the GS Trophy?
Episode 331
In 2008 BMW introduced the GS Trophy, an international competition where riders from around the world take part in competing on some of the most challenging terrains in exotic locations, and they’ve …
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
Rider Skills: Overcoming Mental Blocks That Affect Your Riding
Episode 330
The mind is a powerful thing and when it’s working against you while riding your bike, then you may as well just get off and walk. Most riders have experienced what’s called choking, when you get con…
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
Gearing Up: Protecting Your Most Important Tools
Episode 329
You’ve got your tool pouch packed with all the essentials for your motorcycle, and your tool box overflowing in your garage, but don’t forget about your most important tools - you use them every day,…
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
Charley Boorman on 'Long Way Up'
Episode 328
It’s been 13 years since their last production of Long Way Down, and good friends Charley Boorman and Ewan McGregor are back again. This time they rode prototype electric Harley-Davidson LiveWires fr…
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
Roadless Jungle, Irate Kunas and Guerrilla Encounters - Darien Gap Expedition
Episode 327
In 1995, having had three unsuccessful attempts to get through the Darien Gap and one successful Jeep crossing, Patty and Loren Upton took a two-wheel drive Rokon through the Darien Gap. They logged …
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Where Have You Been, Ian Coates?
Episode 326
When it comes to getting sidetracked, Ian Coates is what some might call an expert. In 1999, he went on a four month motorcycle trip that lasted fourteen years and a few years ago he went for a day r…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Jeremy & Elle - The Final Chapter of Southward Chronicles | A Decade of Backcountry Discovery Routes
Episode 325
This is the final chapter in the Southward Chronicles series where we followed Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West as they rode from Canada to Ushuaia. What’s it like to get back to normal life now that the…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Rider Skills: Mud Riding Tips and Tricks - Chris Birch
Episode 324
If you’re going to ride in the mud with your adventure bike you’re going to need some specific skills for it. You’ll need to approach it differently than hard packed dirt and you really should be pre…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Choosing Motorcycle Brake Pads - What is Brake Fade?
Episode 323
If you’ve found yourself staring at the brake pad offerings for your motorcycle, wondering why the huge price difference between one over another or what the difference is between organic pads and si…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago