Motorcycles have drawn adventurers, rebels, and thrill-seekers for over a century — but they’ve also quietly captured the hearts of some of history’s most influential leaders, inventors, and pioneers.
From kings escaping palace walls to innovators whose designs shaped the machines we ride today, these 10 historical icons prove that motorcycling’s appeal reaches far beyond the stereotype. The last one really speaks to us at RIDE Adventures!
Let’s get this out of the way: we all love a good riding video. A drone shot of a bike carving through switchbacks? Awesome. A well-edited tour vlog with killer music? Inspiring.
But somewhere between the gear flexes and the over-polished trip recaps, something’s gotten lost.
Some riders break the rules. Others break the limits of what’s possible. These record-breaking and trailblazing motorcyclists have pushed boundaries in speed, endurance, and sheer courage — often without becoming household names.
Their stories range from land speed legends to fearless firsts that changed the face of motorcycling forever.
At RIDE Adventures, our instructors aren't just teachers; they are dedicated students of the craft.
They are constantly in the field, testing gear, refining systems, and pushing their limits to bring the most current and hard-won knowledge back to our clients.
Let’s get one thing straight: ADV and dual sport are not the same thing. They’re different bikes, different styles of riding, and frankly, different mentalities.
But somewhere along the way, the lines started to blur, and now a lot of riders are making choices (and comments) that don’t match the machines they’re on.
Photo credit: KTM
It's official: India's Bajaj Auto has officially agreed to provide the necessary funds to keep KTM and its affiliated brands Husqvarna and GAS GAS afloat for the foreseeable future. In doing so, Bajaj has acquired a majority ownership stake in the Austrian brand.
Photo credit: Kawasaki
You've probably heard more than your fair share of fear and speculation around tariffs impacting motorcycle prices. Will CFMoto lose its pricing advantage? Will Harleys become even more expensive? What about Italian imports?
The folks at Marvel continue to drop teasers on their latest Avengers spinoff, "Thunderbolts", but one scene in particular has caught our eye. In a trailer for the film released earlier this month, we happened to spy a familiar face in the cast.
Photo credit: Harley Davidson
American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson has been in the headlines repeatedly this year due to ongoing controversy in the ranks of senior leadership. Here's all the current info on the unfolding drama at the Motor Co.
2025 is looking like a great year for adventure bikes. If you missed the show, here's a rundown of all the most important all-terrain machines that were previewed at EICMA 2024.
