Dork in the Road

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!

Take a look at all the amazing gifts you could end up with this Friday night!

I've actually added a few more pretty amazing items that aren't in this video so make sure you don't miss the party!

Massive thank you to all our sponsors:
Giant Loop
Sena
Cyclops Adventure Sports
Moto Camp Nerd
Alpinestars
Moto Machines
Rocky Mountain ATVMC
MotoPumps
A to Z Composites
Hippo Hands
and more!

I hope you can join us this Friday night, December 29th for the biggest livestream giveaway in the history of this channel. We'll be giving away so much ama...

22/12/2023

Okay...now this is interesting. Not a fan of the current 390 ADV but this thing looks pretty cool.

Since its release in 2019 KTM’s 390 Adventure has been a popular choice for those newer to off-road exploration, and also for seasoned riders looking for a lighter, more-affordable adventure bike alternative. However, for some who place a high value on off-road capability, the smallest orange ADV ...

22/12/2023

Insta360 is running a big holiday sale with 30% off some good gear. I use the X3 and the One RS all the time.
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Insta360 is the world's leading maker of stablilized action cameras and 360-degree VR cameras. Popular products include ONE R, ONE X, GO, Pro 2, Titan, action sport camera accessories, enterprise solutions, trade-in deals for old action cams and more! Our mission is to help people capture and share....

21/12/2023

21/12/2023

The Transalp is the Gear Ju**ie motorcycle of the year. Previous winners were the 890 Adventure and the Tenere 700.

GearJu**ie editors and contributors drove and rode a slew of new vehicles over the past year to find the very best adventure vehicles of 2023.

21/12/2023

I had a blast testing out the TrailMax Raid tires on some muddy singletrack and ATV trails yesterday.

20/12/2023

2 EPISODES IN ONE DAY?
Yup, that's how we do a premiere around here. Enjoy episode 2 of the Internet Riding Buddies podcast:

One of the biggest issues both Ben and Grace have within the adventure motorcycle world is gatekeeping - or rather - the practice of one human being taking i...

20/12/2023

I'm beyond excited to release the first episode of our podcast on YouTube!

Join the EMMY AWARD WINNING Grace and also me I guess...

BONUS: I'm releasing two episodes today as a super premiere event, so keep an eye out for episode 2, as well.

After both recently purchasing a 2024 Honda Transalp XL750, Ben and Grace discuss the hype, stigma, and mischaracterization surrounding the Transalp within t...

18/12/2023

Let's go "camping" at the coast and test out some new gear!
Bonus: Carrie Underwood is an absolute villain...details inside.

It's nearly winter, but that doesn't have to mean the end of your motorcycle camping season. A great option for those looking to get out and do some motocam...

13/12/2023

I've picked up a tip or two on the road to 100k YouTube subscribers.

I'm not saying I am the ultimate YouTube guru or even that I fully understand the secret to YouTube success. I have, however, picked up a few tips and techn...

11/12/2023

These Hippo Hands are pretty awesome!

if you want to ride your motorcycle all year long but are worried about the cold hands that typically come with winter motorcycle riding, then you need to ta...

06/12/2023

If you think it's "real camping," it is.

There is no such thing as "real camping." Real camping (motorcycle camping or otherwise) is what makes the most sense to you. If it feels like "real campin...

04/12/2023

This is an interesting setup

One of the most common questions motovloggers and motorcycle content creators ask is how to record Sena audio on GoPro? It's been an interesting process in ...

02/12/2023

Time for me to say thank you for all of your amazing support.
December 29th! Don't miss it!
Great prizes from amazing sponsors like and MORE!
There will also be an Instagram giveaway for those who can't attend the live stream so stay tuned for that.

01/12/2023

This tail tidy for the is looking clean!

30/11/2023

Something fun is coming very soon...

29/11/2023

I decided to get in a quick off pavement test of my new tires on the way home from camping at the coast. Found some mud, gravel, and ice. They did well. Video coming soon.

29/11/2023

Good times in the sand with Grace!

After my very interesting experience riding dirt bikes in the mountains of British Columbia at Grizzbait, I came home with a new appreciation for smaller lig...

29/11/2023

Cheating a little tonight but it's going to be near freezing so cut me some slack. 😄. This is the best way to camp in cold or rainy weather.

28/11/2023

I never miss a chance to stop and eat at the brewery and restaurant when I'm in Newport!

28/11/2023

It's maybe a little frosty today but I'm throwing on my and going camping anyway!

27/11/2023

Finally got some protection on the Transalp 750!
Thanks to Moto Machines for all the awesome Hepco and Becker gear.

I'm very excited to finally get some protection on this Honda Transalp 750. Today, we're adding a skid plate, crash bars, handguards, new tires, headlight g...

27/11/2023

Well hello there, Mr. White Checkmark...
I'm officially verified on YouTube!

24/11/2023

Rocky Mountain ATVMC is having a huge Black Friday sale.
Some highlights:
Huge savings on MSR jackets and gloves
Tusk Heavy Duty Tubes up to 18% off
Alpinestars boots (Including Tech 7s) up to 27% off
Cardo systems 20% off
Lectron carbs 10% off
Mitas tires 10% off
REV'IT gear 15% off
https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/l/2023-BF-CM-Specials?ref=1035

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24/11/2023

We made it! Big shout out to for the extra push at the end. Thank you all so very much for all your support!

23/11/2023

Up to 60% off a ton of great stuff right now on the Giant Loop Black Friday Sale:
https://www.giantloopmoto.com/product-tag/black-friday/?ref=dork
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22/11/2023

I will admit I was skeptical when they said they were bringing the 790 back but if this thing really comes in around 10k it could be the best value in mid-size ADV bikes...

Call it the “second coming.” With the launch of the 790 Adventure platform in 2018, the Austrian manufacturer set the standard for performance adventure bikes in the midweight segment until being discontinued a couple of years later. Now, a year after a reworked 790 hit dealer floors overseas, K...

22/11/2023

If I started riding today, this is the motorcycle and gear I'd buy.

If I could start over as a dual sport or adv motorcycle beginner but still retain all the knowledge and experience I've gained over the last six years, this ...

20/11/2023

The build is coming together finally!
Next up: tires from !

20/11/2023

My favorite motorcycle camping gear of 2023.

As 2023 draws to a close and people are thinking about their holiday shopping, it seems like a fantastic time to look back fondly on the best motorcycle camp...

20/11/2023

Sooooooooo close!
In January I set a goal of getting to 100,000 subscribers in 2023. Two months ago we were not on track and I was ready to concede defeat and just be happy that I would hit it early in 2024...but then I changed my mind and decided that I was going to manifest that s**t.
I bought the Transalp largely because I knew it would give the channel a boost and started trying to put out three videos a week.
Now we are less than a thousand subscribers away with over a month to go. I'm so thankful for all of the support that this community has given me over the last 2 years since I started doing this full-time.
If you have a friend or loved one who you think might benefit from one of my videos it would mean the world to me if you would share one with them and maybe encourage them to subscribe.
When we hit 100,000 it won't be my accomplishment. It'll be OUR accomplishment. Without this community there is no Dork in the Road.
To say thank you I'm already working on the biggest giveaway I've ever done and we're going to do it up right when we hit this goal.

17/11/2023

This is best deal you'll find on some of the best camping gear out there.
If you want to support the channel while you shop, here's an incredibly handy affiliate link: http://www.motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork

Welcome to Moto Camp Nerd! The motorcycle camping store. Our mission is to outfit riders with innovative outdoor gear that saves space and weight for every motorcycle adventure. Also, to inspire, empower, and educate every motorcycle rider to adventure outdoors, safely and respectfully.

16/11/2023

Don't you love it when a "quick" mod gets out of hand? I had to take off both fairings and the dash but I got the heated grips and handguards installed.

15/11/2023

It turns out that motorcycle aux lighting isn't just a vanity thing...

Are adventure motorcycle aux lights just for show? Are those who run additional motorcycle lights on their adventure and dual sport motorcycles just needles...

14/11/2023

Ran into a little snag with the mod installs. I'm waiting for one more part for the crash bars but I managed to get the pannier racks, kickstand foot, and headlight protector on yesterday. Very easy install.

13/11/2023

Special delivery from just arrived! The Transalp build finally begins today!

13/11/2023

This is the best entry-level motorcycle gear for new riders that I've ever used.

Looking for the best cheap motorcycle gear out there that also happens to not be terrible? You'd be hard pressed to find better value motorcycle gear than t...

10/11/2023

Pretty good video that captures the spirit of the Touratech Rally
(I may be biased because there's a shot of my butt in there)