Going on a motorcycle tour is always an amazing adventure. But, while the current COVID-19 situation is preventing us all from traveling to different contintents around the world and Europe remaining open, why not combine tours ith training? Here at Motobirds, we’ve discovered that motorcycle training tours in Europe can be the next best thing to adventures in Patagonia or the Himalayas.
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Motobirds is a female-founded and female-run company, and every once in a while, we love to escape and ride with other women. Why? Because a women riders’ off-road campout is a unique event filled with sisterhood vibes, hard riding, mud-splattered bikes, and so much fun it’s impossible to peel away once it ends.
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Debates about adventure motorcycle gear often get just as heated as arguments about which bike is the most suitable for long-distance ADV travel. What should you wear on a motorcycle trip? Full on four-season adventure suit? Lightweight motocross gear? Street wear?
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A two-wheeled adventure wouldn’t be complete without motorcycle camping. There’s nothing like pitching your tent, cooking yourself dinner on your camping stove, and admiring the starry skies at night, unpolluted by city lights. Motorcycle camping can make your trip more authentic, adventurous, and exciting.
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Adventure motorcycle tours are an amazing way to travel. As motorcyclists, we can choose routes less traveled, explore the world on our own terms, and experience the thrill of the ride. Whether it’s a short weekend trip, a round-the-world adventure, or a two-week tour somewhere you’ve never ridden before, an adventure motorcycle tour is the best form of escape.
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Doing the research, the homework, and the planning for a long-distance motorcycle trip is sometimes the bigger part of the process than the journey itself. If you are thinking of riding around your own country or continent, the task isn’t too complicated. But if you’re going around the world, or to another continent, the prep matters.
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What do all adventure riders have in common? A dream to ride the world, of course. Whether it’s a traditional round-the-world circumnavigation or a journey completed leg by leg, riding around the world is on the bucket lists of many motorcycle travellers. However, budget is always a concern. So how much does it cost to ride the world?
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Packing for a motorcycle journey seems to be one of the hottest topics out there. How and how much you pack is entirely up to you, depending on what motorcycle you’re riding, where, and for how long. However, there are some basic guidelines that can help, especially if it’s your first long motorcycle trip. We have already posted a a comprehensive packing list for those of you who are setting out for an epic adventure. But more often than not, it’s not what you pack – it’s how you pack.
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It’s winter holidays, and with the New Year coming up, this is the ideal time to start plotting your next motorcycle escape. Whether you’re thinking of going on a motorcycle tour or designing your own route, we’re here to help. They say that the journey matters more than the destination, and we couldn’t agree more – but you still need a rough route to get going, right? Here are our hottest adventure motorcycling routes in 2020.
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Packing for a motorcycle trip, especially if you aren’t an experienced adventure rider, can be confusing. On the one hand, you want to have all the essentials with you. On the other hand, you don’t want to overload your motorcycle. So what’s the ideal solution? 
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If you’re looking for some Christmas gifts for adventure riders, whether it’s your riding buddies, your partner, or your friends, we’ve got you covered. Even it’s last-minute shopping, you can still make it and surprise your loved ones, so let’s dive right in. Parked Motorcycle Syndrome is no fun, so you probably have a few riding buddies who simply refuse to park their bikes for the season. They ride regardless of how cold it is, whether it's raining or snowing, and whether the temperatures drop well below zero. Elefantentreffen, the notorious winter motorcycle rally in Germany, is probably their favorite event, and they likely already own all the heated gear they could find. So what can you get them?
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The Himalayas is an ancient, awe-inspiring mountain region that can easily claim the title of adventure motorcycling capital of the world. Boasting some of the highest peaks on the planet, the Himalayas is a breath-taking mountain range crisscrossed by hundreds of paved and unpaved roads meandering across valleys, mountain passes, gorges, and high plateaus. Spectacular vistas, rich ancient history and culture, intriguing local cuisine, and capable local motorcycles make the Himalayas an ideal adventure destination.
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Motorcycle shipping is becoming easier, cheaper, and faster than ever. With several established motorcycle shipping routes between Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Australia, you can now live your dream of riding anywhere in the world. Depending on the duration of your trip, sometimes it may be more cost-effective to buy or rent a bike locally. However, if you’re planning to travel for more than two months, shipping your own bike is your best bet. Here’s what you need to know about motorcycle shipping.
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South America is one of our favorite places to ride bikes, and for good reason. Motorcycle touring in South America offers incredible scenery around every corner, diverse local culture, and some of the best motorcycling routes on the planet. Did we also mention it’s still very affordable, the food is to die for, and the local hospitality is unparalleled? If you’re planning to ride Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, or Colombia, here are some of the best routes we’d love to share with you.
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Ready for the big adventure? If you’re planning to ride around the world or explore another continent, motorcycle shipping is on your to-do list. While many riders worry about motorcycle shipping being a complex, expensive, and arduous hassle, it doesn’t have to be. Knowing the cheapest international shipping routes and picking the right shipping agent can make the whole process quick, easy, and painless. Here’s what you need to know about international motorcycle shipping.
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