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Rider Magazine Rounds Up 49 Epic Motorcycle Stops Across California
US touring publication Rider Magazine has published a guide to 49 must-see motorcycle stops across California. It spans legendary roads like the Big Sur stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway and Tioga Pass through Yosemite, plus rider hangouts like the Rock Store and the ghost town of Bodie.
Rider Magazine · 8/4/2026
BMW's S1000XR Pairs a 170-HP Superbike Engine With Real Touring Comfort
BMW's S1000XR sport-tourer makes 170 hp and 84 lb-ft from its 999cc inline-four while using semi-active electronic suspension with 5.9 inches of travel for a comfortable, upright riding position. Starting at $18,825, it's positioned against rivals like the Kawasaki Versys 1100 and Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+. The bike is built to be superbike-quick and touring-bike comfortable at the same time.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
CFMoto's New Ibex 800 E Undercuts the Kawasaki Versys 650 by $100
CFMoto has launched its new Ibex 800 E adventure-tourer at $10,299, $100 less than the rival Kawasaki Versys 650's $10,399. The 799cc parallel-twin makes 94 hp and 56.8 lb-ft, and the bike comes standard with rear radar blind-spot detection, an 8-inch TFT display with Apple CarPlay, and a bidirectional quickshifter. Its main question mark remains CFMoto's still-unproven long-term reliability.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
2026 Honda CBR500R Review Finds Touring Strength Behind 45hp
Rider Magazine tested the 2026 Honda CBR500R over months on public roads and a racetrack. Its 471cc parallel twin makes an estimated 45hp and moves 421lb. An average 65.7mpg, nearly 300 miles of range, and relaxed ergonomics made it better at travel and daily use than outright speed.
Rider Magazine · 7/30/2026
Riding the Canadian Rockies: From Calgary to Banff, the Icefields Parkway, and On to Jasper
America's Rider Magazine features a touring route through the Canadian Rockies, running from Calgary through Banff, along the legendary Icefields Parkway, and on to Jasper. Alongside some of the world's most stunning scenery, the piece covers practical trip details — road conditions, lodging, and must-see stops — capturing the full appeal of one of North America's premier motorcycle adventures.
Rider Magazine · 7/14/2026
Riding Route 66's Final Stretch, Crossing California From the Mojave Desert to the Pacific
Rider Magazine has published a touring feature on the California section of America's legendary Route 66. It's an unforgettable final chapter of the road, carrying riders from the Mojave Desert to the Pacific coast, passing through historic towns and iconic landmarks along the way.
Rider Magazine · 7/12/2026
Riding America's Straightest Roads — The Allure of Touring Through Deserts and Great Plains
Rider Magazine spotlights some of America's straightest roads, with no corners and no braking points. Where the horizon is the only "curve," these roads offer something both meditative and endurance-testing — a chance to surrender fully to the machine. Cutting through deserts, plains, and farmland grids, many of them have become symbols of their regions.
Rider Magazine · 7/7/2026
12 Scenic Touring Roads in America — Handpicked From a Vast Highway Network Worth the Ride
webBikeWorld has put together a feature on 12 touring roads worth riding in America. The country boasts roughly 3.9 million miles of paved roads, but most exist purely for logistics and commuting. The piece cuts through that to highlight only the standout routes truly worth a rider's detour.
Webbikeworld · 7/6/2026
Bridgestone's Battlax T33 Sport Touring Tire Delivers 47% Better Wear Resistance
A review of Bridgestone's new sport touring tire, the Battlax T33, notes that it retains the stable, predictable grip of its predecessor, the T32, in both wet and dry conditions, while improving wear resistance by 47%. A newly developed wear-resistant center polymer compound helps extend tread life.
Rider Magazine · 6/30/2026
Development Looms Over Alaska's Iconic Dalton Highway Amid Mine Sale Plans
US outlet RideApart reports that Alaska's Dalton Highway, a bucket-list destination for riders, could lose the qualities that make it special. The road, transferred from federal to state control, is reportedly being considered by the state for sale to a mining development company. Concerns are mounting over the fate of this pilgrimage site for adventure touring.
RideApart · 6/30/2026
Arizona's US-160: A High-Desert Road Cutting Through Navajo and Hopi Country
US Rider Magazine has published a touring feature on Arizona's US-160. Cutting through Navajo and Hopi land, this open road runs through vast desert plateaus and wide-open skies emblematic of the Southwest. It's presented as an unforgettable motorcycle journey across the high desert.
Rider Magazine · 6/29/2026
Steep Fines for Trucks That Get Stuck on Popular Touring Road, Protecting a Vermont Landmark
On Smugglers' Notch, a winding road popular with riders in Vermont, fines have been significantly raised for trucks that get stuck after entering the narrow route. The measure is aimed at protecting the safety and passability of the famous mountain pass, drawing attention as a step to preserve a scenic route.
RideApart · 6/22/2026
KTM Adventure Rider Rally Returns for Its 21st Edition, 2026 Registration Open for Idaho
KTM's Adventure Rider Rally is marking its 21st edition. Registration has opened for the 2026 event, set in Idaho. A popular US gathering for adventure-bike riders, it brings the community together through off-road touring and instructional sessions. The long-running event enters another year.
RideApart.com · 6/19/2026
Harley Reveals 2026 Lineup of 13 Models — Most Powerful 117/121 Engines Yet, Plus a 250th Anniversary Edition
Harley-Davidson has revealed its 2026 lineup, spanning 13 models across the CVO, Grand American Touring, Adventure, Trike, and Enthusiast categories. The Milwaukee-Eight VVT 117 and High Output 121 are the most powerful engines in the company's production history. The Street Glide/Road Glide Limited starts at $32,999. Three Liberty Edition models are also offered to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Harley-Davidson · 6/18/2026
Harley-Davidson Adds Premium Pan America 1250 Limited Adventure Variant
Harley-Davidson has introduced the Pan America 1250 Limited as a new 2026 model. It comes factory-equipped with aluminum top and side cases, a quickshifter, a skid plate, and adjustable controls, extending the brand's adventure-touring lineup upmarket.
Harley-Davidson · 6/17/2026
Riding the Great Smoky Mountains: A Blue Ridge Journey Through Tennessee and North Carolina
US outlet Rider Magazine has published a touring feature set in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, riding the Blue Ridge mountain roads spanning Tennessee and North Carolina. It introduces one of the finest riding regions in the eastern US, with mist-shrouded ridgelines and endless winding roads.
Rider Magazine · 6/16/2026
Is Electric Adventure Touring Realistic? The Zero DSR/X Takes On the Range Barrier
Range remains the biggest challenge for electric motorcycles. On adventure rides into remote terrain, having enough range to reliably make it back is essential. A typical gas ADV bike can travel about 200 miles and refuel in minutes — this piece examines just how far Zero's electric adventure bike, the DSR/X, can go toward challenging that conventional wisdom.
ADV Pulse · 6/15/2026
A Multi-Tool That Glows in the Dark — Just Right for Carrying on Tour
A high-function multi-tool that glows for visibility even in the dark is generating buzz. Packing a wide range of functions into a compact size, it looks well-suited as a carry tool for touring and camping.
RideApart · 6/10/2026
Zero Unveils DSR/X Black Forest Edition, an All-Black Electric Adventure
Zero Motorcycles has added a Black Forest Edition to its flagship electric adventure bike, the DSR/X. The model pairs premium touring equipment and adventure capability with a stealthy, all-black finish. The brand claims its instant electric torque covers everything from city streets to remote backcountry.
Zero Motorcycles · 5/20/2026
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Limited 2026: An Expedition-Ready Adventure Tourer Arrives
Harley-Davidson has announced the Pan America 1250 Limited as a new 2026 model, an expedition-ready adventure touring machine. Based on the existing Pan America, it's a premium grade with enhanced equipment for long-distance touring.
Harley-Davidson Media · 1/14/2026
BMW Motorrad Unveils 2026 Rider Gear Collection, Headlined by PTFE-Free GORE-TEX Taunus Boots
BMW Motorrad USA has unveiled its 2026 rider gear collection. The standout is the Taunus, a leather touring boot using a PTFE-free GORE-TEX membrane, delivering waterproofing and breathability suited to all-season riding.
Motorcycle Powersports News · 1/10/2026
Honda Gold Wing 2026: 50th Anniversary — A 1975 Legend Still Evolving Today
Marking half a century since its 1975 debut, Honda has unveiled the 2026 Gold Wing. Powered by a 1,833cc flat-six engine and a 7-speed automatic DCT, the lineup includes three variants, among them a 50th-anniversary grade. The piece explores why the king of grand touring keeps rolling strong past its 50th year.
Honda Powersports · 11/5/2025