![]() ![]() ![]() We often get requests to provide the difficulty ratings of the BDR. The single cylinder bikes like the Husqvarna 701, KLR 650, Suzuki DR650 and plated 250cc bikes are lighter and may be easier in more technical terrain, but might not carry the weight as well as the larger bikes.Mid-sized bikes like the Honda Africa Twin, KTM 790 Adventure, Yamaha Tenere 700, and BMW F850GS are good all-around options.‘Big bore’ machines like the BMW R 1250 GS, KTM 1290 Super Adventure offer power and luxury.The three general type of bikes to consider are: When deciding on which bike is right for you, consider your budget, mechanical abilities, physical limitations, the type of terrain you plan to ride majority of the time, and how much load/weight you’re willing to carry. Most adventure or dual-sport motorcycles will be suitable for the trip, but we strongly suggest you choose the bike that you are the most comfortable riding off-road. Join the Facebook group for the route you are planning to ride, to read ride reports, ask questions, and participate in open discussions.Īny motorcycle that has a license plate, can run knobby tires, is set-up to carry the gear you plan to bring, and has the fuel range to make the distance between gas stops. (Under the ‘folder’ icon at the top right).Īnother great resource for BDR riders are our 10 Route Facebook Group pages. Being able to see the terrain is very helpful in understanding the degree of difficulty you will encounter.Īlways check the Route Updates page on the BDR website for the latest route information on your route before you go.Īlso visit the BDR Interactive Map, and check for any natural activity along the route, by selecting various map layers, like snow pack, fire activity, weather conditions, campgrounds, and so on. We also strongly suggest watching the film on the BDR you are seeking to complete. While the map is not detailed enough for turn by turn directions its not only useful for backup navigation, but it’s also loaded with great information about the route. Additionally, the Butler Motorcycle Map for your route will have a wealth of information for planning purposes. You will need the GPX file for the BDR route you are riding uploaded into your preferred GPS unit or phone app. We suggest you begin working yourself up to your BDR expedition, starting with day rides, evolving into multi-day trips, until you gain the confidence and stamina needed for a 5 to 8 day off-road motorcycle expedition. We view adventure riding as a sport, and any sport requires training before the big event. ![]() īecause carrying weight can drastically change the handling of your motorcycle, practice riding your motorcycle fully loaded with camping gear, tools, and anything else you need on your expedition. Here is a link to a list of highly rated off road training programs in the country. We always recommend taking an off road riding course prior to riding a BDR. If you are a novice rider, there are some steps you can take to prepare yourself for your expedition. It is very important that you are honest with yourself about your skill level before you set out on a BDR. BDRs are designed for intermediate to expert level riders. ![]()
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