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"touring" × Europe × TOURING: 24 articles
BMW Compares F450 GS and R1300 GS: 'How Much GS Do You Really Need?'
A comparison feature pits BMW's F450 GS (420cc, 48 horsepower) against the R1300 GS RIDERS edition (1300cc, 145 horsepower, 149Nm), aimed at A2-license riders and downsizers versus premium adventure-touring buyers. The piece asks how much GS a given rider actually needs.
Motor.nl · 8/4/2026
LS2 Unveils the Torrent, a Dual-Purpose Boot Built for Riding and Hiking
LS2, best known for helmets, has unveiled the Torrent, a dual-purpose boot designed for both riding and hiking. Built with walkability in mind for once you are off the bike, it answers the after-you-dismount side of adventure and touring riding.
Visordown · 7/26/2026
Moto Guzzi Stelvio vs Ducati Multistrada V2 S: Comparing Two Italian Takes on the Road-Trail Formula
French media pitted the Moto Guzzi Stelvio PFF against the Ducati Multistrada V2 S in a road-trail comparison. Despite sharing a similar character, the two Italians take strikingly different approaches to touring-adventure riding. The test compares them head to head on the road to see which comes out on top.
Le Repaire des Motards · 7/23/2026
Milestone BMW Motorrad Days 2026 to Bring Diverse Fans Together at New Venue
The milestone BMW Motorrad Days 2026 event will be held at a new venue. It is described as a gathering place connecting people, drawing fans of BMW's diverse riding cultures — sport, off-road, long-distance touring, and classic.
Swiat Motocykli · 7/23/2026
Benelli TRK 902 Stradale and Xplorer: First Impressions from a Real-World Test
A journalist from the Dutch magazine Motor.nl put the Benelli TRK 902 Stradale and TRK 902 Xplorer — whose final versions Benelli unveiled at last November's EICMA — through a real-world test and reported first impressions. It's a riding impression of the two adventure-touring models.
Motor.nl · 7/23/2026
Plan to Revive Newcastle-Norway Ferry Route Could Make Trips to Nordkapp Easier
A plan has surfaced to revive a direct ferry route linking Newcastle, England, with Norway. If realized, it could cut down the need for a long slog across mainland Europe, making touring trips to Nordkapp — the northernmost point that so many riders dream of reaching — significantly easier.
Visordown · 7/21/2026
2026 European Road Trip Ranking: Spain Tops Germany, Luxembourg and the UK
A new survey ranking the best European countries for a summer road trip has placed Spain at the top, ahead of Germany, Luxembourg and the UK. Factoring in climate, road conditions and riding enjoyment, the ranking offers a useful reference for riders planning their next touring destination.
Visordown · 7/20/2026
Norton Unveils Atlas and Atlas GT, Two New Adventure Models From the TVS-Revived Marque
Norton, revived under India's TVS ownership, has unveiled two adventure models, the 'Atlas' and 'Atlas GT'. Sharing the same core platform, the pair are tuned respectively toward off-road use and touring. Both feature a 585cc parallel-twin producing 69hp, an 8-inch TFT display and a 6-axis IMU.
InSella · 7/19/2026
A Winding Road Through the Heart: An Italian Route Linking Lombardy and Piedmont
Italian media has introduced an appealing touring route linking Lombardy and Piedmont. Rideable as a day trip or an overnight tour, it offers a continuous stretch of scenic roads — an inviting feature for experiencing summer in Italy on two wheels.
InSella · 7/17/2026
Italy's FMI Pushes Back Against South Tyrol's Ban on Organized Motorcycle Touring
Italy's motorcycle federation FMI has spoken out against South Tyrol's (Alto Adige) ban on organized group touring rides. President Giovanni Copioli criticized the measure as an unjust restriction, and the federation has reportedly already begun reaching out to political circles and automobile clubs.
motorcycles.news · 7/14/2026
Touring Alpine Mountain Passes on a Yamaha: Three Scenic Routes with the New Y-AMT Transmission
Italian outlet Moto.it featured an Alpine mountain-pass tour aboard Yamaha machines equipped with the new semi-automatic transmission, Y-AMT. Built around the arrival of summer and the appeal of winding roads, the feature introduces three dream-like routes alongside the new riding enjoyment that Y-AMT brings.
Moto.it · 7/13/2026
Alpinestars Unveils Maxdura Drystar XF Adventure Jacket
Alpinestars has announced the Maxdura Drystar XF, an adventure-touring jacket. Built with a 3-layer laminate construction featuring a waterproof membrane, combined with zippered ventilation and multiple adjustment points, it's designed for both foul weather and long-distance touring.
Le Repaire des Motards · 7/13/2026
South Tyrol Bans Organized Touring Rides on Mountain Passes Above 1,600 Meters
The regional government of South Tyrol, Italy, has decided to ban organized motorsport events on mountain passes and protected areas above 1,600 meters in elevation. The move is believed to be driven by landscape protection and noise concerns, and the Italian Motorcycling Federation (FMI) has protested the measure.
motorcycles.news · 7/13/2026
4 Hidden-Gem European Riding Routes for 2026, From the Ardennes to Slovenia
Travel outlet Flies on the Visor has picked four hidden-gem European touring destinations for 2026: the Ardennes & Eifel spanning Belgium and western Germany; the Vosges & Haut-Jura (Route des Crêtes) in northeastern France; the Black Forest & Swabian Jura (B500) in southwestern Germany; and Slovenia's Julian Alps & Soča Valley (Vršič Pass). The routes are said to offer light traffic and easy riding.
Flies on the Visor · 7/10/2026
Riding the Heart of the Dolomites — a 110km Pass Road Linking Sciliar and Catinaccio
InSella introduced a roughly 110km touring route through the heart of Italy's Dolomite mountains. A loop connecting Val Gardena and Val di Fassa, it passes through the Sciliar-Catinaccio Nature Park, offering a chance to take in some of the Dolomites' most iconic passes and views in a single ride.
InSella · 7/5/2026
BMW Adds New 'Style Edition II' Across the K1600 Series — GT, GTL, Bagger, and Grand America
BMW Motorrad has refreshed its flagship inline-six-powered touring range, the K1600 series. A new 'Style Edition II' package is now available across all models — the K1600 GT, GTL, Bagger, and Grand America — updating the styling.
Visordown · 7/3/2026
Scotland's Scottish Borders: Scenic Roads Worth Riding Before You Rush to the Highlands
UK outlet MoreBikes highlights a touring route through southern Scotland's "Scottish Borders." While many riders pass straight through on their way to the Highlands, Alex Carnegie argues that some of Britain's finest roads are found right here in the Borders — a piece celebrating an often-overlooked stretch of scenic riding.
MoreBikes · 7/2/2026
Akaso 360 Tested on a Motorcycle: A Budget Action Camera Taking On Insta360's Stronghold
UK outlet Visordown carried out a months-long real-world test of a motorcycle bundle for the Akaso 360 action camera. It's a 360-degree camera taking on market leader Insta360 at a more accessible price point. The test examines through actual riding whether it holds up for touring and ride-recording use.
Visordown · 6/30/2026
New Hard Case Set Arrives for the Ducati DesertX, Adding 115L of Total Capacity
SW-Motech has announced a hard luggage set designed specifically for the Ducati DesertX and DesertX Rally. It adds a combined 115 liters of capacity, suited for serious long-distance touring. It's a purpose-built accessory that further boosts the adventure bike's practicality.
Visordown · 6/25/2026
Honda's New Sport Tourer CB1000GT Gets European Pricing, Arrives at Dealers
Pricing for Honda's new sport tourer, the CB1000GT, has been revealed, and the model is beginning to arrive at European dealerships. Blending CB-style performance with touring comfort, real units are finally reaching the market.
Moto.it · 6/19/2026
Norton Enters Middleweight ADV Segment With New Atlas/Atlas GT, 585cc Parallel-Twin
British marque Norton has unveiled the Atlas and Atlas GT, new models entering the middleweight adventure/sport-touring segment. The 585cc 270-degree crank parallel-twin produces 69hp and 57Nm at 9,300rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox with bidirectional quickshifter. The standard Atlas gets long-travel KYB suspension for off-road capability, while the GT is tuned more for paved roads. UK pricing starts at £8,250.
Motorcycle.com · 6/17/2026
Norton Unveils New Atlas, Entering the Adventure Market with a 585cc Parallel-Twin
British brand Norton has unveiled its new adventure motorcycle, the 'Atlas.' Built on a new platform centered around a 585cc parallel-twin engine, the lineup — comprising the Atlas and Atlas GT — marks the brand's full-scale entry into the adventure-touring and sport-touring segments.
Road Rider Magazine · 6/15/2026
Riding the KTM 1390 Super Adventure R: Hungry for Dirt and Long Distances Alike
A ride review of KTM's flagship adventure bike, the 1390 Super Adventure R, has been published. It pushes the boundaries of off-road performance while effortlessly handling long-distance touring that mixes dirt and pavement in the same day. The review rates it as sitting at the peak of full-fledged adventure bikes, combining aggressive performance with touring comfort at a genuinely high level.
Cycle World · 6/12/2026
GIVI's XSPACE: A Touring Bag That Expands in Seconds — Why It Works
ABR has featured GIVI's new luggage, the XSPACE. Mid-journey, a neatly packed bag can suddenly run out of room — a wet jacket, extra food, the kind of moment every rider has experienced — and this bag's ability to expand its capacity in just a few seconds addresses exactly that. The piece explores the practical value of the variable-capacity concept.
Adventure Bike Rider · 6/2/2026