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Adventure Motorcycling vs Off-Road Riding

If you’re someone who is just starting out in the ADV and off-road riding world, or if you’re transitioning from street to dirt, chances are, you’re a tad confused by all the jargon and definitions out there. What’s the difference between adventure motorcycling and off-road riding? Can you do both? What bikes are best for […]

Hellas Rally Raid for the First Time. Part I: Scrutineering & Prologue Stage

How to Survive the Hellas Rally // Cross Country Adventures

How in the world do you survive the Hellas Rally Raid for the first time? You’ve decided to race, downloaded the Hellas Rally entry form, and are now hovering over that “send” button. You want to do it… but you’re just not sure what to expect, and you have no idea what actually happens during a rally, […]

Surviving Hellas Rally Raid as a Newbie

Hellas Rally Raid is the biggest international rally race in Europe, attracting hundreds of competitors every year (yep, including whatever is left of 2021). This seven-day race in the mountains of Greece has hosted the likes of Matthias Walkner, Chris Birch, and Lyndon Poskitt; the organization, the safety, and the stage design are top-notch, and since […]

KTM 690 Enduro Rally Kit

Let’s talk rally mods! If you own a KTM690 Enduro R and you want to adventurize it to be able to travel as well as get it ready for rally racing, you’ll need to make a few changes. For starters, you’ll need more space and mounts for your navigation equipment and better aerodynamics, and you’ll […]

Roadbook Navigation Kits

You’ve read about the rally prep essentials and you’ve already figured out roadbook navigation… Now what? If you’re prepping for your first cross-country rally race on your own bike, you’ll need roadbook navigation equipment. It can be as cutting-edge or as simple as you like, but the basics will remain the same: you will need […]

Roadbook Navigation Explained

Thinking of doing your first-ever cross-country roadbook navigation rally, but the idea of navigating with a paper scroll filled with weird little symbols terrifies you? You’re not alone. Because there aren’t many decent tutorials and quick explainer videos out there, roadbook navigation may appear like some complex art or downright dark magic if you’ve never […]

Rally Bike Prep: The Essentials

Ready to rally? If you’re thinking of doing your first cross-country race, you’re probably considering prepping your rally bike as best as you can. But where do you begin, which mods are necessary, and what should you pay attention to the most? Here at Cross Country ADV, we’ve prepped dozens of bikes for rally races, […]

Adventure Motorcycle Basics: Long Distance Touring

If you own an adventure motorcycle, you’ve likely bought it with, well, adventures in mind. But what defines a motorcycle adventure, what’s the best bike for long-distance touring, and how do you plan your routes? Whether you’re going around the world or around your own country, if this is your first time going on a […]

Rally First-Timer: Survival Guide

If you’re a rally first-timer, entering your first race can feel like a mammoth task. It’s confusing, intimidating, and overwhelming: you’ve no idea what to expect, how to prepare, and what awaits once you get that “Go!” at the start line. Will you be able to cover the distance and keep up the speed? Will […]

Rally Footpegs: The Most Underrated Motorcycle Mod

Rally Footpegs: The Most Underrated Moto Mod // Cross Country ADV

Out of all the aftermarket motorcycle mods you can do, rally footpegs may not be high on your priority list – but they should be. It seems like a small detail compared to mods like suspension or crash protection, but your footpegs actually determine your comfort on the bike and, as a direct result, your […]

What Do You Need to Race Your First Rally?

Here at Cross Country ADV, we know a thing or two about transitioning from adventure riding to rally racing. If you’re thinking of doing your first rally, it can be a little intimidating as the rally racing world still sometimes feels like it’s only reserved for professional riders. However, the rally scene is starting to […]