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The ABR Podcast

The official podcast from Adventure Bike Rider magazine. Join the ABR team and guests from the world of motorcycling for news, views, and plenty of laughs as we explore the world of two-wheeled travel. Find out more at www.adventurebikerider.com.

  1. FEB 12

    Adventure biking off-road across Italy on the ACT with Edelweiss Bike Travel

    Have you ever dreamed of exploring Italy's iconic White Roads (Strade Bianche) by motorcycle through remote Tuscan hills and endless miles of vineyards. Are you curious about what it's really like to take a motorbike tour in Italy? And do you want to know what it takes to ride the Adventure Country Tracks (ACT) route through the country? If the answer is yes, then you've come to the right place because in this episode of the ABR Podcast, Billy reveals to ABR Editor James what it's like ride Italy's White Roads, or Strade Bianche, as he explores Central Italy by motorcycle. He also explains what makes Italy so special for motorcycle touring, what the trails are like along the ACT Italy route, and discusses the pros and cons of group motorcycle tours compared with solo bike. In a bid to explore what could arguably be called Europe's best motorcycle touring destination, Billy rode across the spine of the country on a Ducati Multistrada V4 S, following the Adventure Country Tracks Italy route as part of Edelweiss Bike Travel's ACT Centre of Italy Unpaved tour. With countless off-road trails, incredible stretches of tarmac, and a wonderful culture to experience, it was a sensational trip. And of course, there's the Italian food which is guaranteed to make your motorbike textiles bulge at the seams come the end of a summer tour. Want to experience adventure riding in Italy yourself? Then head over to Edelweiss Bike Travel's website to find out more about their ACT Centre of Italy Unpaved tour:https://www.edelweissbike.com/en/motorbiketours/upc-act-centre-of-italy-unpaved Video breakdown:Part 1 Italy's White Roads (Strade Bianche): 00:00:00 Part 2 Motorcycle touring in Italy: 00:12:54 Part 3 Solo travel or organised tour?: 00:29:23

    38 min
  2. Honda Transalp Ride Along

    08/29/2023

    Honda Transalp Ride Along

    This podcast was taken from the audio of the Honda Transalp ride-along video by ABR The Honda Transalp proved a capable machine for James back in February in its press release in Portugal. But how does this new mid-sized adventure bike from Honda fare for the everyday ride? To find out ABR Editor James puts his review of the Transalp to the side, forgetting the magnificent twisting turns and Dakar rally tracks of Portugal. For the measured and predictable country, and green lanes of Stratford Upon Avon. All to find out how this bike handles the everyday ride. This video wouldn't have been possible without the help and support of our friends at Halvarrsons. Halvavarrsons offers elite motorcycling gear for any adventure biking conditions ensuring you're weather-resistant and safe. Check out the jacket and gloves we used for this review, the Gruven Jacket and Ljusdal gloves below. Gruven Jacket: https://halvarssonsmc.com/product/gruven-2/ Ljusdal gloves: https://halvarssonsmc.com/product/ljusdal/ What did you think of the Honda Transalp? Is this the mini Africa Twin that bikers were anticipating? Or is it a dependable workhorse that strikes out on its own, carving its own status among Honda's catalog of iconic motorcycles? Let us know in the comments below. Don't forget Early Bird tickets for the ABR Festival 2024 are available. Save £40 on your weekend tickets right now with an Early Bird Ticket. Available at www.abrfestival.com Cheers, _Bits from us_ 🏍️ *Grab your tickets for the festival here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your trail access tickets here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your ABR merchandise here:* https://www.adventurebikerider.com/product-category/merchandise/ *Checkout our Podcast the ABR Garage here:* Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/abr-garage-adventure-bike-rider-podcast/id1549248581 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Bh7mIJPEC9cHivMFFKvUo?si=25386000471a4a41 *Be sure to follow us on Facebook:* https://en-gb.facebook.com/adventurebikerider/ *Be sure to follow us on Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/adventure_bike_rider/?hl=en

    41 min

  3. 07/14/2023

    Itchy Boots & Ryan F9 at the ABR Festival | The Ultimate Motorcycle Adventure ABR Garage Episode 17

    Itchy Boots & Ryan F9 join James in the ABR Garage for this very special episode live from the Bridgestone Campfire stage at the ABR Festival 2023. The aim is simple, what is Itchy Boots & Ryan F9's ultimate motorcycle adventure? To make this adventure special, we go through what bikes to take, where to go, and what adventures we want to happen along the way. If you're planning your ultimate motorcycle trip this is a must-listen from the garage. Itchy Boots & Ryan F9 are true motorcycle YouTube titans with years of experience in the saddle. So, take it from the best and start your ultimate motorcycle adventure with this episode of the ABR Garage. Available from all the places you get your podcasts. #itchyboots #ryanf9 #abrfestival #adventurebikerider _Bits from us_ 🏍️ *Grab your tickets for the festival here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your trail access tickets here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your ABR merchandise here:* https://www.adventurebikerider.com/product-category/merchandise/ *Checkout our Podcast the ABR Garage here:* Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/abr-garage-adventure-bike-rider-podcast/id1549248581 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Bh7mIJPEC9cHivMFFKvUo?si=25386000471a4a41 *Be sure to follow us on Facebook:* https://en-gb.facebook.com/adventurebikerider/ *Be sure to follow us on Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/adventure_bike_rider/?hl=en

    1h 3m

  4. 04/28/2023

    The best tyres for your adventure bike? | ABR Garage Episode 16

    We sat down with tyre expert Gary from Bridgestone and picked his brain about the best tyres to use for your adventure bike. Adventure bikes are designed to be ridden on the road as well as off it, and a key part of adventure riding is tyre choice. We spoke with Gary about what tyres he would recommend for all riding conditions as well as drawing from his experiences as a seasoned off-road rider. James and Gary also discuss different bikes and what setups they require as well as picking the right tyre for you. Thanks to Gary and the folks at Bridgestone we hope this episode of the ABR Garage helps you when it comes to tyres. If you like what you see hit that subscribe and bell icon below and join the ABR YouTube channel for all your adventure biking needs.  @bridgestoneEMEA  #bridgestone #tyres #tires #motorbike #podcast _Bits from us_ 🏍️ *Grab your tickets for the festival here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your trail access tickets here:* https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ *Grab your ABR merchandise here:* https://www.adventurebikerider.com/product-category/merchandise/ *Checkout our Podcast the ABR Garage here:* Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/abr-garage-adventure-bike-rider-podcast/id1549248581 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Bh7mIJPEC9cHivMFFKvUo?si=25386000471a4a41 *Be sure to follow us on Facebook:* https://en-gb.facebook.com/adventurebikerider/ *Be sure to follow us on Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/adventure_bike_rider/?hl=en

    42 min

  5. 04/19/2023

    Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition: the toughest bike launch ever we've ever been on | ABR Garage Episode 15

    After returning from the international press launch of the Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition in South Africa, Alun declared it was the toughest adventure bike launch he'd been on in 12 years of testing motorbikes around the world. And Alun wasn't alone in his assessment, with Dakar Rally winner Cyril Depres also impressed with the challenging route Husqvarna provided for the assembled journalists which saw them ride for more than 300 miles over two days of adventuring. But how did the Norden 901 Expedition perform on the mix of technical trails, sweeping gravel roads, twisty coastal tarmac, and more? What makes the Expedition worth spending and extra £900 over the price of a standard Norden 901? And could South Africa help Alun get his trail riding mojo back? Find out all this and more in the latest episode of the ABR Garage, the podcast from Adventure Bike Rider, in which James debriefs Alun on his return from the Norden launch. WHAT IS THE NORDEN 901 EXPEDITION? The original Norden 901 hit dealerships here in the UK in 2022, and less than a year later, the manufacturer has released a new model, called the Expedition. It shares the same engine, chassis, wheels, electronics, and more with the standard bike, but has been designed to offer greater comfort and performance over long distances, whether you're riding on or off road. Let us know what you think of the new Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition in the comments section below. And be sure to hit that subscribe button for more content from ABR.

    57 min

  6. 03/27/2023

    Honda XL750 Transalp: Behind the scenes at the press launch | ABR Garage Episode 14

    The ABR Garage, the podcast from the team at Adventure Bike Rider, returns with a behind-the-scenes look at the launch of the 2023 Honda XL750 Transalp, the latest adventure bike to roll off the Japanese manufacturer's production. James travelled to southern Portugal to put the all-new Transalp through its paces and see if it lives up to the heritage and resulting expectation of the Transalp name. You can watch James full review of the XL750 Transalp through this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQNmjoZUHMs In the meantime, Bryn caught up with James in the ABR studio to get a behind the scenes insight into the launch and get his opinions on how the Honda Transalp peformed on the winding road and a dirt trails of the Algarve. You can also listen to the audio version of James and Bryn's behind the scenes look at the Honda Transalp launch on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your Podcasts. #honda #transalp #behindthescenes #podcast #motorbike

    1h 2m

  7. 07/05/2022

    Let's talk bikes with Ryan F9 ABR Garage Episode 13

    FortNine YouTube star Ryan F9, joins regular hosts James and Bryn in this special episode of the ABR Garage live from the Adventure Bike Rider Festival 2022.   (Tickets are now on sale for 2023 ABR Festival where there'll be even more adventure biking megastars like Ryan F9 appearing on stage. Get your tickets here: https://www.abrfestival.com/tickets/ ).   A crowd of ABR Festival goers packed out the Harley-Davidson Campfire Tent to listen to Ryan F9 and the lads discuss: what's all the fuss about adventure bikes and adventure biking?   During the chat we discover why Ryan F9's F 800 GS motorbike gets so much abuse, how riding in Canada and Europe compares, and what did James and Ryan think of the Ducati Desert X when they rode it on the ABR Festival's AX41 Adventure Trail.   We also find out how Bryn got so buff, why Ryan uses a flip-phone from the '90s, and what James thinks Suzuki should have called the GSX-S1000 GT to stop people mistaking it for a printer.    Ryan F9 also gives a behind the scenes insight into the making of FortNine motorcycle videos, and all three of the lads discuss why adventure bikes like the BMW R 1250 GS, Ducati Multistrada V4, and Honda Africa Twin can't help but inspire a sense of wanderlust.   This live episode of the ABR Garage, the podcast from Adventure Bike Rider, was filmed in the magnificent grounds of the Ragley Hall Estate in Warwickshire.

    27 min

  8. 07/01/2022

    Motorcycle Tech Where Do We Draw The Line? ABR Garage Episode 12

    This episode of the ABR Garage, the podcast from Adventure Bike Rider, is supported by Peak Designs a company that specializes in creating beautifully crafted and thoughtfully designed accessories for motorcyclists and more.    Find out more at: https://www.peakdesign.com  James and Bryn discuss whether the ever increasingly sophisticated technology found on motorbikes is a good thing.  Is traction control a biker’s best friend? Do blind spot indicators make you lazy? And does any bike really need multiple rider modes? The boys also discuss their experiences testing bikes using active cruise control, keyless ride, semi-active suspension, and much more.    Alongside highlighting motorcycles laden with technology, James also talks about his time testing the Yamaha Tenere 700, a bike known for its less-is-more approach to electronic rider aids.   And one lucky viewer wins a top Adventure Bike Rider prize. Find out if that lucky viewer is you.

    1h 14m
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The official podcast from Adventure Bike Rider magazine. Join the ABR team and guests from the world of motorcycling for news, views, and plenty of laughs as we explore the world of two-wheeled travel. Find out more at www.adventurebikerider.com.

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