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Published in: Gear Constructed of the same 10 oz. English waxed cotton, the Cousin Jeremy combines the function and style benefits of Aerostich’s Falstaff material with their Roadcrafter Classic design.
The most functional benefit to waxed cotton is the reduced break-in period and freedom of movement. After only a couple thousand miles of mixed weather, the suit begins to settle and shapes to your body like an old glove, whereas the 500-Denier Cordura of the Roadcrafter Classic takes a cou...
Published in: Riders**Adventure Motorcycle Magazine got a chance to chat with Ricky Brabec after the 2017 Dakar Rally to learn about the physical and mental strength it takes to compete in the worlds toughest rally raid. This article was originally published in the May/Jun17 Edition of ADVMoto Mag.**
The Dakar Rally is the most physically demanding motorsport competition in the world, racing nearly 9,000 kilometers over the course of two weeks. While 167 motorcycle competitors gathered from aro...
Published in: RidersBilmbling around the Lima bivouac at the Magdalena beach on my DR650 today, I was taking it all in and talking to everyone who said hi – or were willing to sign my tank. Today‘s atmosphere seemed relaxed but anticipation was in the air: while most riders and drivers were away dealing with registration, certification and all of the other paperwork, teams of mechanics stayed behind to work on the vehicles. The Malle Moto area was still busy with riders prepping their bikes – in...
Published in: NewsCurrent Overall Standings After Stage 7
• January 14, 2019: Stage 7
Sam Sunderland came out on top in the loop around San Juan de Marcona. He now stands less than 10 minutes behind the new overall leader, Ricky Brabec. The British rider, fourth overall, is just one second ahead of Pablo Quintanilla, who lost time today.
Yesterday was a big disappointment. I rode fast and navigated well, but the type of special played into the hands of the others. My rear brake problem obviou...
Published in: NewsInstantly increase your BMW aluminum pannier systems capacity by 12 liters per side with this clever Volume Booster kit from Touratech. Compatible with the OEM BMW aluminum panniers on the BMW R1250GS, F850GS, F750GS, and R1200GS/A (liquid cooled), these boosters are a quick, secure, and watertight way to expand your cargo carrying ability.
https://youtu.be/rLejos2aOncBuilt and designed by Touratech, the original equipment manufacturer for BMW aluminum panniers, you know these ...
Published in: GearNothing burns like the cold. Riders nowadays no longer have to be martyrs in chilly weather. We can simply employ the use of heated clothing to maintain comfort. During the last four years, I’ve been on the road testing Gerbing’s jacket liner and Vanguard gloves over a 55,000-mile assessment from Patagonia to Alaska.
Jacket Liner
Installation was simple. But you must ensure that the output from your stator can cope with an additional 77 watts of draw.
The jacket’s seam constru...