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The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R lands in South Africa and raises the bar for lightweight adventure bikes.
KTM 390 Adventure R (2025): A Timely Move for the Lightweight Adventure Class in South Africa KTM’s new 2025 390 Adventure R has just landed in South Africa, and while it might look like just another update to a popular…
Kawasaki KLR650 vs Honda Africa Twin vs BMW R1200GS – The Most Reliable Adventure Bikes Compared
The Most Reliable Motorcycles Ever Made – A Rider’s Guide to Longevity Published on: July 24, 2025By: The Daily Rider Whether you’re planning a round-the-world journey or just want a bike that’ll go the distance without draining your wallet, reliability…
Bumps in the Road: A Father-Son Moto Adventure
An unforgettable KTM 990 journey through South Africa’s wild terrain — filled with scenic passes, mechanical mishaps, and father-son grit. I recently bought a new-to-me KTM 990S whilst up in Johannesburg. Seeing as I live in Cape Town and loathe…
From Portugal to Africa: My First Taste of Overlanding on a Motorcycle
Solo Female Motorcycle Overlander on a BMW F700GS: My Journey from Europe to Africa Hello, fellow ADV riders and motorcycle travel enthusiasts! My name is Steffi, and I’m a solo female overlander currently exploring Africa on my trusted BMW F700GS,…
The Ride Experience and Life With the “Mighty KLR 650″
The Ride Experience and Life With the “Mighty KLR 650″ There’s a moment, usually near the end of a long ride, when you stop noticing the quirks of your bike and start appreciating its character. With the KLR650, that moment…
The KTM 1190 Adventure R – Why I Ride The Orange Dragon
The KTM 1190 Adventure R – Why I Ride The Orange Dragon Words from a guest rider with a free mind—no structure, no rules, just raw thoughts on two wheels. The KTM 1190 Adventure R – A Wild Machine With…
How Royal Enfield aims to bring accessible adventure riding to South African roads and trails.
Royal Enfield’s Growing Presence in South Africa: Meeting the Need for Affordable Adventure Motorcycles Royal Enfield, a brand known for its rugged, retro-styled motorcycles, has long been a favorite among riders around the world. However, in South Africa, the brand’s…
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Reviewed: Adaptive Tech, Heated Comfort, and Real-World Ride Feedback
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure – First Impressions from ABR’s Long-Term Test Please note: This review and video are courtesy of Adventure Bike Rider (ABR). We didn’t test the bike ourselves, but we thought this one was just too cool…
Why I Chose the Kawasaki KLR650 – A Rider’s Story of Rebuilding and Adventure
Built Not Bought: How the KLR Took Me Full Circle By Chris van Latum Before I could even walk, I was hooked on the throttle. When I was just a toddler, my dad would sit me on the tank of…
KTM 990 Adventure Review: The Cult Classic That Still Rips
A Review of the KTM 990 Adventure I get a lot of questions and comments about my bike – almost exclusively from riders who have never swung a leg over a KTM 950 or 990. This review is for the…