Adventure Motorcycle Buying Guide

Adventure motorcycles combine the versatility of a dual-sport bike with the endurance of a touring motorcycle. If you’re looking for a bike that you can take anywhere and use for an extended trip, then these motorcycles might be right for you. For more information about adventure motorcycles as well as some tips on how to find the right model for you, check out this guide from Honda of North Carolina. 

Consider Where You'll Use the Adventure Motorcycle

While adventure motorcycles can be ridden both on and off-road, most models lean more towards on-road riding. If you’re specifically interested in off-road riding, you may need to look for an adventure motorcycle model that has features like specialized tires for an easier time navigating off-road obstacles. 

Consider Your Height

A motorcycle will have the rider adopt different riding positions depending upon whether it is a street bike or a dirt bike. Most adventure bikes tend towards the dirt bike approach, with the rider utilizing an upright riding position. This, combined with the fact that the suspension systems found in adventure motorcycles tend to be taller than those of other street bikes, means that adventure motorcycles are some of the tallest bikes on the market. Shorter individuals may need to modify their adventure bike to better fit them or else look for a shorter model. 

Consider the Size/Weight

Since adventure motorcycles share a few characteristics with touring cycles and touring motorcycles tend to be fairly heavy, it’s no surprise that adventure bikes tend to be heavier as well. Heavy motorcycles are more stable and often force the rider to adopt good riding habits, so you may want to purchase a heavier adventure motorcycle model if you’re a new rider. 

Shop adventure motorcycles at Honda of North Carolina in Granite Falls, North Carolina. We’re proud to serve communities like Hickory and Newton, North Carolina. We also offer financing, servicing, parts ordering, and test rides. We hope you’ll take the time out of your busy day to come visit us!