Planning a BDR (Backcountry Discovery Route) trip is exciting—map spreads, GPX files, packing lists, daydreaming about remote stretches of dirt and river crossings.

But here’s the truth: overplanning can kill the adventure.

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Getting lost is half the fun, but at some point, you need to get where you're going. These are the off-road GPS units we trust on our motorcycles 4x4s. 

You’ve got miles under your belt, gear that fits like a second skin, and trails you know by heart. But lately? Every ride feels the same. You’re not crashing—but you’re not progressing either.

Sound familiar? You might be stuck in the rider plateau—that frustrating phase where you’re no longer a beginner, but not quite leveling up either.

Here’s why it happens—and how to break through it.

Riding in the heat doesn't need to be miserable: these are the summer motorcycle jackets that keep us as cool as a cucumber when the mercury rises. 

Whether you’re a grizzled ADV veteran or a new rider feeling dirt-curious, we can all agree that lighter, more compact bikes deliver their own special brand of fun.

If you’re looking for the best lightweight adventure bikes to take for a spin this year, we’ve got you covered. 

The BMW 1300 GS is a ground-up redesign of one of the most iconic motorcycles of all time. Has BMW jumped the shark with the new GS, or is a lighter, more powerful boxer what we needed all along?

Nothing beats short motorcycle boots when it comes to comfort, convenience, or cost. Here are our favorite boots for riders of every ilk.  

Here at RIDE Adventures, we dedicate lots of time and energy to advocating the largest, most protective boots money can buy.

When it comes to choosing a tire for your adventure motorcycle, it's not just about whether it looks good or how much it costs.

It's about performance, longevity, and durability,  especially when you're out on rugged terrain or riding in remote areas.

Sweat is the enemy. So is heat stroke, oppressive humidity, sunburn, and monkey butt, for that matter, but all the above come with the territory when we ride in the summer.