The (2026) KTM 390 Adventure R is my second KTM 390 Adventure. The first was the predecessor, a fun bike but not my cup of tea. This one is! I bought the previous model because of a KTM sales campaign with huge discounts on 2024 models. Even if the Adventure R, and I’d expect also…read more>>
MC related, miscellaneous
Return to KTM and orange, in a double sense
A return to KTM sort of was in the cards for this season. I’m one of many who flip flop between Bavarian and Austrian style motorcycling. Using the word “style” in this context is about much more than overall appeal or design. Take their ethoses, BMW’s “Make Life a Ride” and KTM’s “Ready To Race”…read more>>
BMW boxer, farewell to a brilliant motorcycle
A farewell to my BMW boxer motorcycle took place mid-April. It happened fast, and almost instantly I felt somewhat of a sellers remorse. I suppose, to anyone who don’t ride motorcycles, it might sound strange. Buyers remorse yes, but sellers remorse? Well. for a motorcycle owner, the other way around can happen. If you’re a…read more>>
LocaToWeb review, eight seasons with a GPS tracker
For eight seasons I’ve used the GPS app/tracker service LocaToWeb. Starting the ninth it’s high time to say a few words about it. “Loca” (nick name for LocaToWeb) is built with simplicity in mind. You know the saying; less is more. Too often designers or developers add too much functionality. And then as a result….read more>>
CFMOTO 1000MT-X, the next hit among adventure motorcycles?
CFMOTO 1000MT-X (2026) was introduced first online, then at EICMA 2025. It might become a significant motorcycle, in a significant segment. The bias or scepticism when it comes to Chinese motorcycles has faded considerably in the past years. They have proven to be both reliable and well priced. And CFMOTO is no newbie company. Established…read more>>
35 000 kilometers on a 2022 BMW 1250 GS
35 000 kilometers (almost) in two seasons, or close. That was the fasit when my 2022 BMW 1250 GS Triple Black went into winter storage. So I thought it was time to put together a post about my experience with it. As if there aren’t enough of them on the internet already. Still, maybe some…read more>>
Season is over, for motorcycle riding
The season for motorcycle riding in my part of Norway is definitely over. Well, unless you fancy riding with spike tires and snowmobile suit. Actually it’s been over since mid October for me. We got into a cold period. And as a result, plus experiences on a last ride to the west country, I decided…read more>>
Motorcycle protection, the useful bits
Motorcycle protection can make a big difference, and allow you to continue on your journey instead of facing the end of it. I said can. It all depends on circumstances of course, type of incident and, not the least, type of protection mounted. Plus type and design of the motorcycle. Not to mention the condition…read more>>
2500 kilometers review – 2024 KTM 390 Adventure
2500 kilometers passed with the 2024 KTM 390 Adventure. Not much but enough to form an opinion about the motorcycle. If you are considering to buy a new one new, think fast. From what I’ve heard the 2024 model has sold very well. Not strange, considering the price reduction. And the price, plus value for…read more>>
High mileage “hysteria”, is it warranted?
High mileage of a motorcycle has evolved into a form of hysteria. A (unfounded?) conviction that a bike with low mileage is the better choice. But what is high mileage? I presume people see this differently. What I can say with certainty is that in Norway many people are almost hysterically obsessed with it. As…read more>>