Top five adventure bike reviews for 2023
Like to push beyond the bitumen? These are the adventure-bike reviews that got you clicking most during the year that was...From the blistering heat and isolation of the Outback, to our coastal fringe and the mountains, Australia is the perfect country for adventure bikes. Here at bikesales, we sampled a heap of superb new dualsport models through the year, but these are the models that attracted the bulk of the limelight...
Honda XLV750 Transalp
The return of the much-anticipated fourth iteration of the Honda Transalp came in July, and is powered by Honda's new 755cc parallel-twin engine. In true Honda style, it blends refinement and solid build quality with a heap of practicality, and with an impressive array of genuine factory accessories.
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
A natural rival for the new Honda Transalp, the new Suzuki V-Strom 800DE sees the evolution of the V-Strom moniker continue in fine style. With a punchy 776cc parallel-twin, the new 'Strom is supremely user-friendly, relatively affordable, and simple a heap of good fun. Suzuki will do well with this one...
Big-bore adventure bike comparison
In August it was crunch time, as we pitted the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, Ducati Multistrada V4 S, and Harley-Davidson Pan America head-to-head in our big-bore adventure bike comparison test. At the pointy end of the adventure-bike world in both size, weight, and price, there could only be one winner...
Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition
While the Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition isn't an all-new motorcycle, there's such interest in the Norden 901 platform that plenty spilled over into this new Expedition model. Featuring up-spec WP Xplor suspension, this new twist on the Norden 901 theme also scores soft panniers, heated grips, a heated seat, an engine guard, a centrestand, a toruing screen, and the full suite of Husky electronics.
CFMOTO 700CL-X Adventure
Following in the wheel tracks of the CFMOTO 700CL-X Heritage and Sport models, the CFMOTO 700CL-X Adventure adds an adventure-bike stance and styling to this compelling retro package. No, it may not be ready to front the starter's gun at the Dakar Rally, but it's a fun and lively machine with decent comfort and a nice price.
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