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Spy Shots Reveal KTM’s Next‑Gen 790 Adventure Nearing Production

ADV Pulse Staff — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:58:01 +0000

KTM’s middleweight adventure platform looks poised for a significant evolution, as new spy shots captured by moto-paparazzo Bernhard M. Höhne show a near‑production prototype of what appears to be the next‑generation 790 Adventure undergoing testing in Upper Austria. While the 790 has had one of the more unusual product arcs in KTM’s lineup — debuting […]

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Trail Tech Launches New Voyager Pro4 Off-Road GPS System

ADV Pulse Staff — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:40:05 +0000

Trail Tech has released their new Voyager Pro4, an update to its off‑road GPS system built for riders who need mapping and group‑ride awareness far from cell service. The new rugged unit brings a brighter, larger touchscreen, faster hardware, expanded Buddy Tracking features, and broader compatibility with mixed‑machine groups — including Polaris Ride Command Group […]

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Sena Debuts 60X Headset With Joystick Controls & Wireless Charging

ADV Pulse Staff — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:57:28 +0000

Sena has added a new flagship intercom to its 60 Series lineup with the introduction of the 60X, a communication system built around a redesigned interface, updated mounting hardware, and several usability improvements aimed at making day‑to‑day operation more intuitive. The unit centers on a new glove-friendly joystick controller and introduces Sena’s first-ever customizable button […]

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BDR-X Loop Around America’s Deepest River Gorge Coming Soon

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:26:26 +0000

Backcountry Discovery Routes has announced a new addition to its BDR‑X lineup: a 520‑mile backcountry loop encircling Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America. The new loop joins the growing BDR‑X network, offering riders a shorter, long‑weekend‑friendly option that still delivers the remote, scenic character of a full BDR. Designed as a moderate […]

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American Dakar Racer Skyler Howes And Team Honda Part Ways

ADV Pulse Staff — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:10:40 +0000

Skyler Howes’ chapter with the Monster Energy Honda HRC Rally Team has come to an end, closing a significant three‑year run with one of rally racing’s most competitive factory teams. The American rider shared the news directly through his personal channels, expressing gratitude for the opportunity and pride in the work he put into the […]

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KTM To Retire Controversial Demo Mode Across Upcoming Lineup

ADV Pulse Staff — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:08:04 +0000

KTM has confirmed it will begin phasing out its Demo Mode feature, marking a notable shift in how the company handles electronic rider aids and optional technology. The announcement states that rider feedback prompted the decision, saying it “listened and acted,” and that this will lead to the “phased withdrawal of Demo Mode from future […]

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KTM 690 Rally Spotted in Near-Production Form

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:59:31 +0000

KTM’s “Adventure” models have become one of the brand’s defining pillars, but the latest machine spotted for the first time in near‑production trim suggests the Austrians are preparing to expand its rally-influence in their lineup. Captured near KTM’s headquarters in Austria by moto paparazzo Bernhard M. Hoehne, the photo reveals what appears to be the […]

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2,500-Miles In 5 Days On A KTM 390 Adventure R. Here’s How It Went

Rob Dabney — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:46:16 +0000

You don’t ride long distances on the highway with a single. They’re buzzy. They’re tiring. And if you want to go far, you “need a twin.” For a long time, that old wisdom rang true. But after an initial test on the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R, the updated counterbalanced engine with 25cc more displacement, along […]

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ADV Destinations: Trona Pinnacles, A Sci-Fi Landscape In The Mojave

ADV Pulse Staff — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:34:05 +0000

Rising out of the Searles Dry Lake basin like a field of ancient monuments, Trona Pinnacles creates one of the most surreal riding environments in the Mojave. These tufa towers, formed thousands of years ago by mineral‑rich springs beneath an ancient lake, appear suddenly as you approach from Highway 178 — a jagged skyline of […]

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LiveWire Announces Arrival Of S4 Honcho Street & Trail E-Mini Motos

ADV Pulse Staff — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:09:55 +0000

LiveWire has announced that production is officially underway for its all‑new S4 Honcho platform, a pair of lightweight electric mini‑moto models aimed at expanding the company’s global reach. First shown as concepts at Harley‑Davidson Homecoming and later at EICMA, the Honcho Trail and Honcho Street represent LiveWire’s move into more accessible, 125cc‑equivalent electric motorcycles designed […]

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