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Motorcycle tires provide traction and handling during off-road riding. When touring, they also affect fuel economy and loading-bearing capabilities. Simply stated, the wrong air pressure can impact many aspects of your ride in ways you may or may not want. Check and adjust the tire pressure on your motorcycle before every ride. Measure the air…
Bike lifts are like snowflakes … No two are exactly the same. Rocky trails, slippery mud, or loss of balance can send us down. So, having a few solo lift techniques in our adventure skillset can make all the difference. 3 Adventure Motorcycle Lift Techniques for Solo Riders Lift Type Benefits Precautions Back Facing Squat…
Center stands on motorcycles seem to vex many riders, but it does not need to be that way. For example, if you have an adventure motorcycle, it may have come stock with a center stand and a kickstand. Both supports can have their place in your riding routine with a bit of practice and know-how….
Motorcycle damage when riding off-road is a common fear among riders. While falls and drops are common when riding off-road, the damage to the bike may not be as bad as you think if you prepare your bike for the ride. The monetary and emotional costs of damage to your motorcycle can feel overwhelming. But…
Confidence does not come stock with a new bike. It is something that evolves over time. We start building confidence with our first bike purchase and then sometimes find ourselves rebuilding it after a rough fall or crash. These ebbs and flows are common to all riders, but we can set ourselves up for success…
ATGATT is the most important acronym in motorcycle riding. The All The Gear All The Time commitment means that if you are riding a bike, you wear full protective gear. What gear is included in this list? Let’s take a look. ADVMotoSkillZ defines All The Gear All The Time as gear that protects: This post…
One of the most important aspects of motorcycle riding, whether on or off-road, is line selection. Simply put, this is the process of choosing the safest and most efficient path through an obstacle or terrain. This is especially important when riding off-road, as there are typically more obstacles and rougher terrain to navigate. Line selection…
If you feel like you already have excellent foot, knee, and hip posture yet still lose balance on tight turns or fail to keep traction on hills, this article is for you. An off-road rider’s upper body position plays an equally significant role as we strive to maintain balance, comfort, and control. Use your upper…
The importance of using knees and hips to control your bike during standing riding can not be overstated. Many riders make the mistake of using only their arms to steer and control the bike; this leads to fatigue and poor control. By using your knees and hips to guide the motorcycle, you’ll be able to…
There is no singular “right” way to position your feet on an adventure motorcycle when riding off-road. However, there is a “range” of foot placement options available to match differing riding scenarios. Bike setup, foot size, peg choice, and terrain are just a few of the factors that influence the optimal foot position for an…