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Defining Australia’s Adventure Riding Regions
A simpler way to make sense of where we ride One of the best things about riding in Australia is how quickly the landscape changes. In a single day, you can go from alpine twisties to red dirt, from coastal cliffs to open plains. But when it comes to talking about where we ride, the language has always been a bit messy. Some people use council names, others use tourism zones, and many rides are described as “somewhere out near the ranges.” That works fine in conversation, but
Vern
Oct 223 min read


The Mindset of Adventure Riding: Finding Confidence in the Challenge
Adventure riding is not meant to be easy. That’s the point. The real reward isn’t just the views or the destination; it's the grind, the...
Vern
Apr 134 min read


How to Choose the Right Adventure Motorcycle Tour for You
With so many adventure bike tours available, how do you choose the right one?
Vern
Mar 196 min read


GoPro Max 360 “Refresh” – A Facelift, Not a Revolution
GoPro has just re-released the Max 360 camera, but don’t mistake this for the brand-new model we’ve all been waiting for. Instead, this...
Vern
Feb 251 min read


Everything You Need To Know To Go On Your First Adventure Motorcycle Tour
So you've booked your first adventure motorcycle tour, awesome! It will be an incredible experience, but preparation is vital to ensuring...
Vern
Oct 11, 20244 min read


The DJI Neo: A Budget-Friendly Flying Tripod for Adventure Motorcycle Rides
If you're into adventure motorcycle riding and want to add a unique perspective to your videos, the lightweight, budget-friendly DJI Neo...
Vern
Sep 19, 20244 min read


Top 5 single-day adventure rides from Sydney
Top 5 adventure day rides out of Sydney for beginner to intermediate riders. Don’t forget to share your ride photos, videos and GPXs by...
Vern
Jul 21, 20245 min read


"New vs. Used: Which Adventure Motorcycle Should You Buy?"
Why buying a secondhand bike might be the best option if you're getting into adventure riding.
Vern
May 14, 20244 min read


2024 Sydney to Gold Coast photo dump
A big bunch of photos from the 2024 Sydney to Gold Coast ride.
Vern
May 14, 20241 min read


Understanding GPX Files: A Guide for Adventure Riders
Adventure Riding discovers the lesser travelled paths across the country, and the best way to plan, navigate or share those paths is via...
Vern
Mar 5, 20245 min read


The Best Australian Adventure Riding Channels
In between rides, I'm always looking for inspiration on where to go next, and of course, just like you guys, I'm watching on YouTube, so...
Vern
Feb 25, 20245 min read


2 Bikes Or 1? Which Is Better? Adventure Bike + Road Bike?
I have a dilemma. Would I be better off selling my road and adventure bike to buy a better bike or is that too much of a compromise? ...
Vern
Jul 17, 20231 min read


List of 2023 mid-sized adventure bikes for Australia
The Australian motorcycle market is buzzing with a diverse range of mid-sized adventure bikes balanced to conquer asphalt highways and...
Vern
Jul 13, 20231 min read


Planning adventure rides spreadsheet template
Planning Spreadsheet UPDATE: We have now turned this into a website app. Go to https://www.motorides.com.au/rides-plan My ride planning...
Vern
Jun 11, 20231 min read


My beginner year of adventure bike riding
About 12 months ago, I got into adventure riding, and this is everything I learned in those 1st 12 months.
Vern
May 30, 20237 min read


iPhone apps to use for Adventure Riding
I summarise the various navigation apps I use for Adventure and Road Motorcycle Riding.
Vern
Apr 5, 20235 min read


My motorcycle camping gear for $500 - Adventure Riding Australia
Motorcycle camping gear for sleeping and cooking on a $500 budget.
Vern
Aug 10, 20224 min read


Yerranderie Ghost Town
It's time for another adventure, and Matt had his heart set on the Yerranderie Ghost Town. While this is a short distance from Sydney, on...
Vern
May 31, 20222 min read


What is the Cornerman System and how does it work?
The Cornerman System is a process for a large group of riders to remain together while navigating through roads or trails. It’s a great...
Vern
Mar 15, 20222 min read


My GoPro Labs QR for motorcycling
My GoPros Labs QR codes for motorcycling.
Vern
Feb 24, 20221 min read
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