Adventure Rider Radio

In this episode, we’re joined by world-renowned motorcycle instructor and KTM rider Chris Birch for a deep dive into rider technique, mindset, and how modern bikes—and training—are changing the game.…

RIDE READY—a miniseries for anyone getting back on the bike after a break. Whether you’ve been off due to winter weather, a busy schedule, or you’re planning a riding trip, this series is packed with…

Chris Smith had long made a tradition of planning annual motorcycle adventures with friends and family. The year before, their trip was cut short when several people dropped out due to various challe…

Carl and Isabel Abrams traded their comfortable life in the UK for an open-ended motorcycle journey around the world after a cancer diagnosis reshaped their priorities. Now, 18 months and 16 countrie…

Back in 2020, while the world was grappling with the pandemic and its many challenges, Brad Henrichs faced another devastating blow—he was diagnosed with cancer. Facing this life-altering moment, he …

In 2019, while reading a motorcycle travel book, Sal was saving for an extended trip when Ethan asked if she planned to ride around the world. Without hesitation, she replied, “maybe.” That moment se…

A couple of years ago, Stephen Oliver embarked on a journey from Tarifa, Spain’s southernmost point, to Nordkapp, Norway, traversing mountain passes, navigating high-speed autobahns, and immersing hi…

This is the second episode in our RIDER SKILLS Miniseries—Ride Ready Skills for Adventure for anyone getting back on the bike after a break. Whether you've been off because of winter weather or a bus…

In 2008, Doug Oosterhouse’s annual motorcycle camping trip took a brutal turn on the Haywire Grade Trail in Michigan when deep sand and a hidden hole caused his fully loaded KLR 650 to crash. With no…

Scott Dobie spent years climbing the corporate ladder, enjoying success and financial stability while postponing the start of a family for 15 years to concentrate on his career. Faced with the demand…

At 38, Stefanie Eickhorn bought her first motorcycle—never anticipating it would take her across continents or away from the structured German life in which she was raised. A decade later, she set of…

In this BUCKET LIST episode, Maria Schumacher and Aidan Walsh talk about their experience riding in the Himalayas. Their journey offers compelling insights into adaptability and its role as a powerfu…

In late 2014, after losing his job and finding himself at a crossroads, Josh Kepkay decided to take a leap of faith. With $15,000 in the bank and no clear plan, he set off to travel the world. His jo…

This is the first episode of a miniseries within our RIDER SKILLS series — Ride Ready Skills for Adventure. This miniseries presents a step-by-step program to equip you with the essential skills for …

In his mid-40s, Philipp Amann decided it was finally time for an off-road adventure, despite the challenges of age, fitness, and relying on a 28-year-old BMW R1100GS. His first ride on the TET was a …

While solo riding the rugged White Rim Trail in Moab, Utah, James Simonowski faced an unexpected ordeal when a crash left him pinned beneath his motorcycle. Equipped with a Garmin inReach, a device h…

As the year begins, many riders set New Year’s resolutions, often centred around sacrifice—cutting out indulgences, hitting the gym, or saving money by skipping small pleasures. All these resolutions…

In the premiere episode of BUCKET LIST, Sheonagh Ravensdale and Pat Thomson, who first connected through the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA), share their incredible journey of adv…

Ante Dodig planned a motorcycle trip that would take him across Canada, up to Alaska, and all the way down to the southernmost tip of South America. This was his first foray into long-distance motorc…

Backroad riding is the essence of adventure motorcycling — exploring remote places and pushing limits. It’s not an everyday experience for most riders, making preparation and caution crucial. In this…