Royal Enfield “Himalyan” Adventure Bike

January 27, 2016

Seems like everyone has introduced its version of an “adventure” bike.  Oh, but wait…Royal Enfield hasn’t…until now.  The Himalayan is the company’s take on what an off-road bike should look like.  In this market it is definitely unique if not a bit “unfinished” looking.  Kudos to them for not following the pack and making a 1200cc monster with 60 pounds of electronics and a plastic beak. More info on Royal Enfield’s site.

 


Will Motobots take over someday?

January 21, 2016

Yamaha recently released this video of a humanoid style robot driving one of their street bikes.  In this day of drones and autonomous vehicles, I guess it isn’t much of a surprise.  However, I wonder how much we will sacrifice as these automated gadgets seep into our riding experience.  Cruise control, computer controlled suspensions, “clutchless” systems, anti-lock brakes, traction control, etc. are all available in current Adventure bikes.  While they can for the most part be turned off, they add weight and cost.  Will there still be a market in the future for a “naked” Adventure bike without all these gadgets?  Will manufacturers cater to that market?  Or are we doomed to all ride “motobot” controlled bikes someday?


2016 International Motorcycle Show 2016

January 20, 2016

2016 IMS comes to Minneapolis in just over two weeks. Use this link for a discounted ticket price: http://ow.ly/XjLBR
Floor map is here: http://ow.ly/XjMaE
I don’t remember KTM exhibiting in Minneapolis in the past, but they show as coming this year. Maybe my memory is just fading!

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2016 Dakar is in full swing

January 6, 2016

The 2016 Dakar has already begun.  Are you watching?  See the updates on http://www.dakar.com.  Below is the car/bike update from stage 2 and the overall race teaser video.

 

 


Need to stay on track in 2016?

January 5, 2016

Try using this Adventure Motorcycling wall calendar.  Try not to day dream too long staring on the awesome photography…that negates the staying on track part…:)

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Direct link: http://www.calendars.com/Adventure-Motorcycle-Deluxe-Wall-Calendar/prod201500004243/

(emailed in from MrFixIt)

 

 


Huntersville Trail Ride this weekend

September 25, 2015

https://www.facebook.com/events/1002730663085323/permalink/1070902526268136/

In case you need something to do this weekend in Park Rapids…

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2015 Swap Meet Successful!

April 19, 2015

Thank you everyone for making the swap meet a success this year.  It was the best turnout we have had, with more sellers and more buyers than years past.  The weather was beautiful as well, which I think encouraged more ride-ins this year.  Many great deals on parts and gear were too be found.  Four bikes were for sale, which was again more than we have had before and one sold. It was great to see people walking away with arms full of stuff and smiles on their faces.  More than one seller commented to me that it didn’t really matter how much they sold, but it was the camaraderie and social time that made it worth their while.  I couldn’t agree more

Also a big thanks to everyone who donated generously via buying coffee and pastries.  This really helps out paying for the blog, etc.

See the photos below (click to enlarge).

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Swap Meet is Tomorrow! Even more sellers added!

April 17, 2015

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The 3rd Annual Minnesota Adventure Riders swap meet will be held tomorrow, Saturday April 18th.  The weather forecast looks great! This year we are also encouraging this as a “Ride-in” to kick off the riding season. So get the bike polished (or just leave it covered in mud) and ride it in. The location is HAS CHANGED.  It is now at Highland Park in Saint Paul just a half mile north from our normal location. This is centrally located just off West 7th and Montreal Ave. From 35E exit West 7th street, head west on West 7th, go north on Montreal, and your first right will be the park.  The shelter is tucked back in behind the playground at the end of the parking lot. We will be using the shelter picnic tables to setup.

Address:

Highland Park Shelter
1227 Montreal Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116

 

When: April 18th, 9AM – Noon. Sellers are encourage to arrive at 8:30 to setup. 

Bad Weather Policy: In case of bad weather announcements will be made on MinneADV.info.  Subscribe for updates!

Fees: There are none. No charge to browse or sell. This is a grass roots, community organized event. Coffee and Pastries will be available to purchase to help offset costs of running the website.

Sellers:  About 6  picnic tables are available, but prepare to bring your own table, boxes, etc. to display your merchandise. No cruiser or sport bike stuff, let’s keep this focused on Adventure, Touring, and Dual Sport bikes. Bring one item to sell or a bring a trunk full, it doesn’t matter. A shelter is available to put your tables under, but space is limited.

Rules:

  • No flammable or hazardous material.
  • No household goods
  • No tents/shelters may be setup (park rule)
  • Limit your stuff to what will fit on one or two a 3X6 picnic or fold-up tables.

Typical stuff to find here:

  • parts
  • riding clothing & gear
  • whole bikes
  • shop manuals & periodicals
  • camp gear
  • farkles

Need more info? Join our Google Group to discuss the swap and more!

Pre-Sale List of items available for swap (NO sales until 9AM Saturday!):


Dale
– camping gear
– street leathers
– Street gear
– Dr650 stuff 


Sean
-KLR parts
-Riding gear 

Jeff
-Riding gear
-aftermarket exhaust, sprocket, chain, factory handlebar clamp. and other DRZ400E parts.
-Misc 

Paul
-KLR engine
-KLR parts 

Mr.Fixit
-camping gear
-Klim F4 helmet
-1985 XR600R with title
-2 R/C Motorcycles
-MSR ISDE Gore-Tex Pants
-Size 12 Fox Moto Boots
-Size 12 Alpinestars Moto Boot
-Misc 

Curt
-85 Yamaha TT600N with title and MN plate
-BMW Airhead engine parts
-BMW R1100XX engine parts
-DRZ-400S white plastic
-Other  bike parts; GIVI top case mount, PIAA lights with wiring
-Tools; Smith gas torch set, like new (no tanks), pipe die set, large pipe cutter, vintage Craftsman blow torch, and a bunch of small tools.
-Free helmets, would make a nice planter.

Chad
-1999 BMW F650 w/factory tank bag, pelican cases, tool kit, spare parts service manual etc.

Mitch
-DRZ400S – IMS Gas Tank & Corbin Seat
-KLR650 – Aftermarket Seat & New Twin Air Filter
-Used Dual Sport Tires
-99 KTM Manual
-XL Gloves 

Kevin
-Moose riding jacket and pants
-Airhawk seat pad
-Thor dirt bike pants size 38.
-Darien heated liner – heat doesn’t work, size L.
-Tank bag.
-Number plate bag.
-Old Skool Eclipse tank bag.
-KLR front rotor.
-KLR stainless brake line.
-KLX hand guards.
-KLX front sprocket.
-KLR & KLX bits


Linda
-Sweet 1986 XR250 with low miles and titled for street use (rare ) with new tires and maintenance done. $1500
-Dr650 stuff
-Soft luggage, tank bag, riding gear
-Snap on tools


RedKerk84
-riding gear-boots/helmet/jacket/pants/pads/gloves
-Wolfman tank panniers
-KLR parts
-WR250R parts
-Other universal bike parts


Norske
-Welcome table
-Name tags
-Coffee and pastries
-DR650 take-off parts
-AFX Helmet

More Sellers usually show up on Saturday. Feel free to bring your items even if you haven’t sent them for listing ahead of time.

Planning to sell and want your items listed here? Send them to us. It will tempt more riders to come!


Swap Meet Update: New Location & New Sellers

April 15, 2015

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The 3rd Annual Minnesota Adventure Riders swap meet will be held this Saturday, April 18th.  This year we are also encouraging this as a “Ride-in” to kick off the riding season. So get the bike polished (or just leave it covered in mud) and ride it in. The location is HAS CHANGED.  It is now at Highland Park in Saint Paul just a half mile north from our normal location. This is centrally located just off West 7th and Montreal Ave. From 35E exit West 7th street, head west on West 7th, go north on Montreal, and your first right will be the park.  The shelter is tucked back in behind the playground at the end of the parking lot. We will be using the shelter picnic tables to setup.

Address:

Highland Park Shelter
1227 Montreal Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116

 

When: April 18th, 9AM – Noon. Sellers are encourage to arrive at 8:30 to setup. 

Bad Weather Policy: In case of bad weather announcements will be made on MinneADV.info.  Subscribe for updates!

Fees: There are none. No charge to browse or sell. This is a grass roots, community organized event. Coffee and Pastries will be available to purchase to help offset costs of running the website.

Sellers:  About 6  picnic tables are available, but prepare to bring your own table, boxes, etc. to display your merchandise. No cruiser or sport bike stuff, let’s keep this focused on Adventure, Touring, and Dual Sport bikes. Bring one item to sell or a bring a trunk full, it doesn’t matter. A shelter is available to put your tables under, but space is limited.

Rules:

  • No flammable or hazardous material.
  • No household goods
  • No tents/shelters may be setup (park rule)
  • Limit your stuff to what will fit on one or two a 3X6 picnic or fold-up tables.

Typical stuff to find here:

  • parts
  • riding clothing & gear
  • whole bikes
  • shop manuals & periodicals
  • camp gear
  • farkles

Need more info? Join our Google Group to discuss the swap and more!

Pre-Sale List of items available for swap (NO sales until 9AM Saturday!):


Dale
– camping gear
– street leathers
– Street gear
– Dr650 stuff

 


Sean
-KLR parts
-Riding gear

 


Jeff
-Riding gear
-aftermarket exhaust, sprocket, chain, factory handlebar clamp. and other DRZ400E parts.
-Misc

 


Paul
-KLR engine
-KLR parts

 


Mr.Fixit
-camping gear
-Klim F4 helmet
-1985 XR600R with title
-2 R/C Motorcycles
-MSR ISDE Gore-Tex Pants
-Size 12 Fox Moto Boots
-Size 12 Alpinestars Moto Boot
-Misc

 


Curt
-85 Yamaha TT600N with title and MN plate
-BMW Airhead engine parts
-BMW R1100XX engine parts
-DRZ-400S white plastic
-Other  bike parts; GIVI top case mount, PIAA lights with wiring
-Tools; Smith gas torch set, like new (no tanks), pipe die set, large pipe cutter, vintage Craftsman blow torch, and a bunch of small tools.
-Free helmets, would make a nice planter.

Chad
-1999 BMW F650 w/factory tank bag, pelican cases, tool kit, spare parts service manual etc.

Mitch
-DRZ400S – IMS Gas Tank & Corbin Seat
-KLR650 – Aftermarket Seat & New Twin Air Filter
-Used Dual Sport Tires
-99 KTM Manual
-XL Gloves 

Kevin
-Moose riding jacket and pants
-Airhawk seat pad
-Thor dirt bike pants size 38.
-Darien heated liner – heat doesn’t work, size L.
-Tank bag.
-Number plate bag.
-Old Skool Eclipse tank bag.
-KLR front rotor.
-KLR stainless brake line.
-KLX hand guards.
-KLX front sprocket.
-KLR & KLX bits


Norske
-Welcome table
-Name tags
-Coffee and pastries
-DR650 take-off parts
-AFX Helmet

More Sellers usually show up on Saturday. Feel free to bring your items even if you haven’t sent them for listing ahead of time.

Planning to sell and want your items listed here? Send them to us. It will tempt more riders to come!


Motorycle Explorer Magazine Free Online

April 6, 2015

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Just got this link passed on to me.  Motorcycle Explorer Magazine is a UK based publication with free online issues.  Great writing, travel stories, product reviews, and photography.  Just passing the link along for everyone.