Upshift Issue 77 - January 2023

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Confidently go wherever your inner voice leads you with the new KTM 890 ADVENTURE R. With a new rally-inspired styling to match its renowned offroad ability, and a class-leading electronics package, it is the ultimate machine for the most extreme adventures. #DARE2ADV FIND OUT MORE AT KTM.COM/TRAVEL

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The road quickly disappears behind you as you turn off the asphalt and engage offroad ride mode on the fly. the mighty single powers you smoothly along the trail. With its cutting-edge electronics and nimble chassis, you’re prepared to take on any terrain you choose.

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WIDE OPEN - 2022 YEAR IN PHOTOS GET

Upshift Online’s annual Wide Open issue has become a tradition that we have become increasingly fond of. It started as a glance in the rear-view mirror to celebrate the many stories that came out of the last calendar year and also as an opportunity to share the incredible images that did not fit into the original articles. While those themes are no less present in this latest edition of the Year in Photos magazine, we’ve also learned that one of the most powerful effects of this issue is how it revs up both our readers and our contributors to venture even further this year! Looking back at where Upshift explored in 2022, the bikes we managed to ride, and the people we had the pleasure of meeting fuels us to be even more adventurous and creative in 2023.

Life as an adventurer, no matter the scale, is one of growth. Every trip, accomplishment, and discovery builds upon one another to cultivate a rider who’s more experienced and versatile than before. We believe that sometimes the best way to motivate future growth as a rider, and as a business for that matter, is to remember the moments that occurred along the way. So in that spirit, please enjoy a collection of our favorite moments from 2022, and be sure to keep it ‘wide open’ in 2023.

Versatility to the max to ensure every ride is an enjoyable one! Explore remote trails, enjoy mixed-surface adventures, or simply add a little more fun to your daily commute, the GASGAS ES 700 is a playful, do-it-all dual-sport performer. Mixing high-quality, street-legal performance with proven offroad capabilities, the ES 700 proudly brings the playful and vibrant GASGAS attitude to the street. And with its 13.5 liter fuel tank, comfortable riding position, high-spec equipment, and proven single-cylinder motor, there’s nowhere the ES 700 won’t go. How far you take it is up to you!

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CHOOSE TO HAVE IT ALL

Built to excel in the dirt and on the tarmac, the new Tiger 1200 Rally Pro is the all-new globe-busting, desert-crossing, mountain-conquering adventure champion.

Powered by a new 1200 triple engine, the unique T-Plane design blends the low-speed capability of a twin with the top-end performance of a triple, for excellent traction in tough conditions, and supreme performance on the road. Add to that an all-new chassis that’s significantly lighter and more agile, long travel semi-active suspension and feature-packed technology, for unprecedented capability off-road and on. The all-new Tiger 1200 Rally Pro. It’s time to reset your adventure expectations. From $22,500 MSRP. Find out more at triumphmotorcycles.com

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Professional rider depicted on a closed course. Dress properly for your ride with a helmet, eye protection, long sleeves, long pants, gloves and boots. European spec model shown. Yamaha and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation encourage you to ride safely and respect the environment. For further information regarding the MSF course, please call 1-800-446-9227. Do not drink and ride. It is illegal and dangerous. ©2021 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

Ténéré 700. Find new horizons.
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2O23 2-Stroke - 300 » New redesigned air filter box increases air flow » New graphics and plastics inspired by the RR Models provide a modern, simple, and refined look »New translucent fuel tank » New rear subframe enhances the look while narrowing side panels » Smooth Power Delivery » Lower Seat Height (35.8”) » Adjustable Power Valve » Electric Starter » Diaphragm Clutch for Easier Clutch Pull » Counter Balanced Engine LEARN MORE AT ENTRY LEVEL MEETS PERFORMANCE Go ahead...You deserve it. Off Road
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THE WORLD JUST GOTALOT SMALLER WITHTHE POWERFUL PERFORMANCE,ADVANCEDELECTRONICS,ANDANY-ROAD CAPABILITIES OFTHEALL-NEW2023V-STROM 800DE.

Shift your adventure into a higher gear. Developed from a clean sheet of fresh ideas, the new Suzuki V-STROM 800DE features an advanced new parallel-twin 776cc powerplant complemented by dynamic rider aids, long-travel suspension, and spoke-style wheels. So, when you’re idling at the crossroads of on- or off-road adventure, the V-STROM 800DE is there to advance whatever direction you choose.

EXPERIENCE THE ALL-NEW V-STROM 800DE SUZUKICYCLES.COM

Along with concerned conservationists everywhere, Suzuki urges you to Tread Lightly!® on public and private land. Suzuki, the “S” logo, and Suzuki model and product names are Suzuki Trademarks or ®. © 2022 Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

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KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE

Rushing parts to the market has never been our goal. Hence we spent nearly a year developing and carefully testing our 2021-2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R/S products. The greatest challenge was designing and developing a set of properly performing crash bars!

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RECKLESS 80L REVOLVER

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The Reckless 80L is designed for off-road riding/camping, Backcountry Discovery Route exploration, and international fly-to-ride trips. The 100% waterproof dry bag system expands and contracts for a variety of load sizes and riding conditions. It doesn’t require pannier racks and features adjustable leg angles allowing it to fit enduros and larger ADV bikes, making the v3.0 ‘Revolver’ our most versatile Reckless system yet.

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Don’t miss your chance to win this year’s “it” bike. A donation as low as just $25 towards the BDR mission gets you in the running. Equipped with over $15,000 worth of top-shelf accessories and upgrades, this Norden 901 is set-up to BDR perfection. Get full details and enter to win at: www.WinNorden901.com © 2022 Backcountry Discovery Routes. All rights reserved. Backcountry Discovery Routes, BDR and RideBDR are trademarks. Backcountry Discovery Routes is a 501c(3) non-profit organization. RideBDR.com LIVE DRAWING JAN. 20 th , 2023 JUST ADDED TO THE GRAND PRIZE! BIKE UPGRADES INCLUDE: • WP Suspension XPLOR PRO Full Upgrade • Touratech Protection and Zega Evo Panniers • Garmin Zumo XT Loaded with All 12 BDR Routes • Yoshimura RS-4 Slip-On Exhaust from Revzilla • And more upgrades from Black Dog Cycle Works , Cyclops , Rottweiler, TripleClamp Moto, Vanasche Motorsports , Camel ADV, and Motoz Badlands Pro Suit and Gloves, Adventure GTX boot, and Krios Karbon Adventure Helmet Rocky Mountain Expedition Saddlebags with Liners, Enduro Tank Bag, Bottle Holster and Pole Bag
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TAP THE MAP FOR YOUR NEXT OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE

Explore thousands of miles of interactive trails for 4x4, SxS, ATV, and dirt bikes across the nation. Color-coded trails let you see which are open with just a glance. Tap on any trail to access details like difficulty rating, clearance level, duration, open and close dates, trail photos, and more. Your paper maps can’t do that.

Download the app: onxoffroad.com

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