Affordable, capable, and as reliable as hammer, the KLR’s are excellent platforms. They do however, benefit from a few key modifications like AltRider’s new KLR Skid Plate.
The GS Trophy Comes to North America
We may not have the Camel Trophy anymore, but BMW is doing us one better by bringing the GS Trophy to North America
A Budget Overlander, Forester Part I: Capability
My first introduction to Subaru was a rally-ready “bugeye” WRX I happened upon while visiting a Jeep dealership many years back. It looked like a blast to drive, but I was too wrapped up in the rock crawling thing to give it a second thought. Somehow, that bugeye stuck in the back of my mind,…
American Overlander: Sargent Cycle, Making A Better Seat for Adventure Riding
If you’re looking for a seat that’s comfortable, stylish, and good on the trail, you’ll need to check out this seat.
Gear Scout: Giant Loop Soft Luggage
Getting soft luggage that fits your bike properly can be a bit tricky. Getting soft luggage that fits and will actually hold up can be downright impossible. Let us save you the trouble with the Giant Loop Luggage.
Time to Vote for the 2014 ExPo Calendar Images
It’s that time once again, time to vote for the images to be included in the 2014 Expedition Portal calendar. It seems with every passing year the images submitted by our members get better and better. The selection for this year is a stunning collection from around the globe. To see the images, and to…
Wolfman Boulder Beta Rear Bag
More capacity, more stability, more versatility, and same great looks make this Wolfman bag an attractive luggage option.
Icon Outsider, Ready for the Apocalypse
If you’re going to ride a motorcycle, you might as well ride in some great looking gear that could probably survive the end of the world; or at least a ride around it.
Gear Scout: AGV AX-8 Dual EVO
A dual sport helmet that truly meets the standard for the dual portion of the name. Whether you’re riding on dirt or pavement the AX-8 performs like it was designed to be there.
Touratech Releases Full Complement of Accessories for the New KTM 1190 Adventure R
With the new KTM 1190 R on its way into consumers hands, Touratech is ready with accessories to improve almost every aspect of your new bike.
Gear Scout: Antigravity Batteries XP-1 PPS
Think it’s impossible to jump start a car from something that fits in a pocket? Well until recently it was, but the XP-1 has broken the barrier.
La Aduana: 1993 BMW R100GS
Looking for a serious adventure motorcycle without all the gizmos and gadgets in modern bikes? Check out this 1993 BMW GS with just 36,000 miles.
Gear Scout: Shorai Lithium Motorcycle Batteries
Many of us, myself included, don’t give the battery much thought until the dreaded moment that you hear the slow churn of a starter without enough power. It’s time to stack the deck against dead batteries.
Gear Scout: Cycle Wipes
I really doubt there’s a single motorcycle rider out there who would tell you they like having their helmet covered in bugs. Fortunately there’s great products like Cycle Wipes out there to keep your visor clean and clear.
Gear Scout: Sidi Adventure Rain
There have been few boots that we’ve tested this hard over such a short time span. Find out how the Sidi’s held up.
KTM 990 Baja vs. KTM 1190 Adventure
Once again the guys at Touratech USA are at the cutting edge, this time with a comparison of the legendary KTM 990 Baja Edition to the all new KTM 1190 Adventure.
Gear Scout: Alpinestars Andes Drystar
A new adventure touring jacket from Alpinestar, packed with the features you’d expect at a price you wouldn’t.
Adventure Interview: Expedition Motorcyclist Allan Karl
Crushed by the challenges of the daily grind, Allan loaded up his motorcycle and embarked on a three year, 62,000 mile expedition around the globe.
Overland Journal Announces Digital Subscriptions
The adventure magazine you love is once again pushing into new frontiers, this time it’s on your tablet.
Featured Motorcycle: ExPo Member Mechanical’s KTM 990
Will Ryan chronicles his transformation from riding a KLR650 to a KTM 990, in a build thread that represents a change in the bike as well as himself.