The definition of long-distance riding in the United States is different from long-distance riding in most other developed markets of the world. It depends on how big this great country is, as it can take you a few days to cross one state line. As such, this requires a very unique kind of motorcycle that
There was a time when buying a sport-tourer meant being smart. You wanted speed, but you also wanted to be able to go to work on Monday without any hassles. So you ditched the superbike, opted for something with a comfortable seat and fairing, and feel good about the money you saved. But that math
Touring bikes change the way you think about distance. They’re big, comfortable, rollaway sofas packed with the latest and greatest technology on the motorcycle market. But the fun lies in the Sport Tourer. They’re not the biggest bikes out there, or the ones with the biggest engines or the highest prices, but they have the
When you’re in the market for a premium touring bike, there’s a certain kind of sticker shock that drives you out of the dealership. You go looking for a capable, well-equipped sport-tourer, and you come back gently directed toward a $25,000 BMW or a $27,000 Triumph. Things get even worse if you look at an
For four decades, the crown of long-range luxury in America has been held by a touring motorcycle. You see them loaded two-up on the Route 66 run, their gear swallowed whole and no sign of strain at speeds of 80 mph. The flat-six cruises along, the suspension smooths out faults on the interstate, and the