Intro The north east region of Tasmania holds so many great tracks – this is just one of them. Lanka Track is actually titled as a “road” but practically it is far from a road. It is more at the enduro end of the scale with some sand, whoops, ruts and a couple of water...Read More

Riding sand tends to divide riders into two camps:Those who love it… and those who think it’s the work of the devil. At our final Adventure Academy for the 2025 year, the quote that had everyone laughing came from Richie:“Beaches are for swimming.” Fair call — but they’re also one of the best places to...Read More

In the very first of its kind, Ducati Xpeditions was welcomed in 2024. It was a three-day adventure ride through the scenic South Island of New Zealand from 6th – 8th December. Ducati Australia and New Zealand asked maschine to partner with them to manage the event and lead the group through the South Island....Read More

Are you ready to experience the ride of a lifetime? Join us for an unforgettable 10-day adventure through the heart of Southern Italy in June 2025. This is not just another tour; it’s a luxury, curated experience designed for the discerning rider. Imagine yourself cruising along the winding roads of the Gran Sasso National Park,...Read More

Two Ducati DesertX Rally bikes, two riders, Andrea Rossi and Nick Selleck, and the wonders of the wildest and most unknown Australia. A journey in stages, almost a treasure hunt, to discover fiery deserts and pristine mountains, including wades, night bivouacs and helicopter transfers. An exciting, unforgettable adventure, told through breathtaking images to all off-road...Read More

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The partnership marks the first step in preparing for the arrival of the Ducati Desmo450 MX in the American market ahead of its upcoming racing debut in the AMA Championship Starting with the first round of the Anaheim Supercross, scheduled for January 11, 2025, Troy Lee Designs will be in the paddock with Ducati colors...Read More

Ok, time for an update on the topic of “Best GPS for Off-Road Adventure Riding”. I wrote this article in 2022 but time moves on and so does technology. I often read or get asked the question – “Should I buy a motorcycle GPS or just use my phone for navigation on my motorbike?” My...Read More

Ducati recently announced an extension to the DesertX name – the DesertX Rally. The DesertX Rally takes the off-road ability of the original DesertX a major step forward with a slew of upgraded components. The key components that in my book headline the Rally variant are: Longer travel up-spec suspension Stronger and narrower wheels These...Read More

For the longest time Garmin and their Basecamp program has been the industry standard in GPS navigation and desktop route planning. No longer. In recent years Garmin really have not progressed in the face of alternatives in this space. I would say both in terms of hardware and software. I’ve been a Garmin fanboy for...Read More