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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


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 79 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


Lifan KPX250 | Riding Small Motorcycles Is COOL and SMART
Riding small motorcycles like the Lifan KPX250 is smart and cool for MANY reasons: fun, safety, economy of operation and purchase price.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 285 min read


NEW Harbor Freight 5’ x 10’ Trailer. Designing the PERFECT Kayak/Utility Trailer!
The new Harbor Freight flat bed trailer is my choice for hauling my kayaks, motorcycles, lumber and more! BEST value and features!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 219 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


What Is "MotorBikePacking"? Want to Ride LIGHTER and FARTHER?
MotorBikePacking is the intersection of motorcycle touring and bikepacking. Smaller cycles, pack lighter, ride FARTHER, more efficiently, and MORE OFTEN.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 10, 20246 min read


What Is a “Scrambler” Motorcycle? Why the Current Popularity?
What defines a scrambler motorcycle - and why the popularity. This article covers the history and and advantages of the scrambler motorcycle

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 2, 20246 min read


Top FIVE Reasons: Riding and Touring on Small Motorcycles
Motorcycle riders are enjoying the benefits of small motorcycles for daily riding and touring. Less cost, lower maintenance, and more FUN!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 18, 202410 min read
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