Airoh’s Commander 2 Lands Stateside, Was It Worth the Wait?
Airoh has finally opened a U.S. distribution channel, bringing its premium Commander 2 adventure helmet to American riders. The helmet offers two shell options—Composite Carbon (3.46 lb) and Full Carbon 6K (3.35 lb)—and includes safety upgrades like an ASN sliding layer and quick‑release cheek pads. Tested across city, highway and off‑road riding, the Commander 2 delivers strong comfort, low wind noise, and versatile features such as a drop‑down sun visor, wide eyeport, and built‑in Bluetooth integration. Priced between $529 and $679, it undercuts many high‑end rivals while matching their performance levels.
AETHER Releases Next-Gen Mojave 2.0 Heavy-Duty Canvas ADV Suit
AETHER Apparel has launched the Mojave 2.0 heavy‑duty canvas adventure suit, updating its 2018 flagship with enhanced ventilation, lighter D3O Ghost L2 armor and reflective zipper tape. The jacket retails for $595 and the pants for $475, both offered in Bone White...
2026 Kawasaki KLE500: An Upgraded Versys-X Or A Modern KLR650?
Kawasaki has revived the KLE500 for the U.S., launching a 2026 model that blends a 451 cc parallel‑twin from the Ninja 500 with adventure‑oriented styling and a steel‑trellis frame. Priced at $6,599 for the base version and $7,499 for the SE trim,...
6D Reimagines Off-Road Goggles With Launch Of The New ‘MAX’
6D Helmets has entered the off‑road eyewear market with the MAX goggle, featuring the oversized MAXVIEW polycarbonate lens that is 87% larger than standard goggles and maintains Class 1 optical clarity. The new FLOAT Fit system transfers structural load to the helmet,...
2026 KTM 1390 Super Adventure R: The Big-Bore Beast Gets Rebooted
KTM has launched the 2026 1390 Super Adventure R, the first major update to its flagship adventure bike since 2021. The new model boosts output to 173 hp and 107 ft‑lbs of torque thanks to a larger 1,350 cc engine and a Camshift...
Get a Sneak Peek Of The Ozarks BDR-X Route Coming Soon
Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR) is set to unveil the Ozarks BDR‑X, a 480‑mile loop that begins and ends in Jasper, Arkansas. The route weaves through the Boston Mountains, Ozark‑St. Francis National Forest, and features iconic spots like the Arkansas Dragon...
Alpinestars Expands ALL TERRA ADV Line With New Gear For 2026
Alpinestars is launching a refreshed ALL TERRA adventure collection for Spring 2026, adding 15 new styles and 42 colourways. The lineup incorporates high‑tech fabrics such as SuperFabric, Drystar XF laminated shells and 3‑layer GORE‑TEX, covering jackets, pants, boots, gloves and backpacks. Central to...
Zero FX: Is The E-Dual Sport Experience Enough To Gain Converts?
Zero Motorcycles’ FX electric dual‑sport, now in its latest iteration, pairs a 46 hp Z‑Force 75‑5 motor with a 7.2 kWh battery that Zero claims delivers up to 102 mi city range and 65 mi at 55 mph. The sub‑300 lb bike offers instant torque, Bosch...