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ADV Lite Motorcycle Build Series: Kawasaki KLX300 Rear Rack
The Kawasaki KLX300 is the base for this build series of the ADV Lite motorcycle. This article covers the installation of the rear rack, an essential accessory for the "lite" touring motorcycle.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
2 hours ago3 min read


Kawasaki KLX300 ADV Lite Build: Installing a Functional Skid Plate!
This article continues the series of upgrades and modifications to the Kawasaki KLX300 ADV Lite motorcycle. Here I show how to easily protect the cycle with a full skid plate that also adds another black accent!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Nov 183 min read


Kawasaki KLX300 ADV Lite Build: LED Tail Light
This article continues the series of upgrades and modifications to the Kawasaki KLX300 ADV Lite motorcycle. Here I show how to quickly and easily upgrade the tail light to a new LED lamp.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Nov 112 min read


ADV Lite Motorcycle Build Series: Kawasaki KLX300
The Kawasaki KLX300 is the base for this build series of the ADV Lite motorcycle. This stock dual sport will be transformed into a comfortable and capable "lite" touring motorcycle for exploring backroads and extended ADV tours.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Nov 104 min read


GPS Kevin Arkansas Backways Adventure Trail (ARBAT) – Backcountry Riding in Arkansas
The GPS Kevin "Arkansas Backways Adventure Trail (ARBAT) is a five-day motorcycle route through the scenic mountains of Northwest Arkansas. This is the ride report from October 2025.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Nov 911 min read


Review and Update of the NEW Harbor Freight 5’ x 10’ Utility Trailer
The new Harbor Freight flat bed utility trailer is my choice for ALL my hauling needs. It combines the BEST value and features - now with the addition of the optional side rails!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Oct 66 min read


Review: BEST Value ADV Motorcycle Panniers | Bulletproof Soft Panniers for LESS than Half Price!
I found the BEST soft panniers for ADV riding - BUT they required a simple modification ($10.00 and 15 minutes) to make them bulletproof! Learn full details!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Sep 135 min read


Learning MINIMALIST Cold-Soaked STOVELESS Camping Meals from a Thru Hiker!
Stoveless cold soaked meals are a staple of thru hikers who are weight-conscious. But there are many other benefits of stoveless "cooking" for other backcountry campers.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 112 min read


Best Value Adventure Motorcycle: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is the clear, BEST Value Adventure Motorcycle. Examine ALL the features and compare to its closest competitor, the Honda CRF300L Rally.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 247 min read


How to Gently Break In the Liquid-Cooled Himalayan 450 Motorcycle
The first 300 miles are crucial to break in a new motorcycle. Here's how I gently break in the liquid-cooled RE Himalayan 450 motorcycle.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 146 min read


How and Where to Buy A Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Shopping for a new motorcycle? Are you curious about Royal Enfield models? There is a RIGHT way to buy, and my preferred RE dealer! Take a road trip to Iowa!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 105 min read


Building the Affordable Adventure Motorcycle! | Lifan KPX250 Budget ADV
The Lifan KPX250 is my choice for the Budget Adventure Motorcycle - with features NOT found in models selling for TWICE the price! Learn about the specs of the base cycle and the added accessories to create the budget ADV bike!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 710 min read


The 2025 Scooter Cannonball is on NOW. Help support this event!
The Scooter Cannonball is a competitive, multiday, point-to-point touring rally for street-legal vintage and modern scooters. You can buy a set of collector decals to support this event!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 262 min read


Building the Honda Grom Cafe Racer!
The Grom Cafe Racer is the COOLEST city commuter and minimalist touring motorcycle! Read about the transformation from plain to Super COOL!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 216 min read


Lifan KPX250 vs the Honda CT125: TWICE the Motorcycle for LESS!
The Lifan KPX250 has a LONG list of advantages over the Honda Trail CT125 - including DOUBLE the horsepower and OVER $2,000 in savings!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 1610 min read


Building the All-Road Grom Scrambler!
The Grom Scrambler isn't a stunt bike or a generic city commuter - but an ALL-Road adventure motorcycle. Read about the transformation here...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 285 min read


Installing New Foot Pegs on the Adventure Grom | ADV Grom Build Series
This article details adding wider, more aggressive foot pegs on the Adventure Grom - a necessity for riding off-pavement!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 203 min read


Comparing the Honda Grom to the Honda “Trail” CT125.
The Honda Grom has many design features which make it the SUPERIOR motorcycle - compared to the popular Honda CT125. Learn about the Top Ten advantages of the Grom over the "Trail".

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 248 min read


Building the ALL-Road Light Touring SCRAMBLER Motorcycle: Lifan KPM200
Transforming a mild, economical cafe racer into a capable, versatile All-Road Scrambler motorcycle! This recap of the KPM Scrambler includes a full list of modifications.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 1112 min read


Secret Covered Bridge: Motorcycle Camping Gravel Scramble
Overnight, mixed gravel and highway scrambler motorcycle hammock camping trip. Packing tips and meal prep for Sub 24-hour Overnight camps.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 29, 20249 min read
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