So many top 10 adventure motorcycles out there and here is one more, the best. In Ecuador Bike Rental we got the best equipment! Worth to mention that, we had the feedback of our customers that have a fair background on motorcycle riding. Some of them possess more than one motorbike in their garage. Then came down to Ecuador to try a specific model for a bit more than a normal test drive. Let’s say three weeks on all sorts of roads. For some other models, we’ve tried them in Ecuador to find out what could be our best next purchase. Once again, the list is based on an overall score and criteria used on the field from us. 10. Moto Gucci V85TT I had the pleasure to test drive one of these bad boys in Europe and gotta tell you with those looks. Its distinctive V-twin engine, and ergonomics, is coming as a serious contender for its midsize classmates the BMW F850 and the Triumph Tiger. Gucci aimed pretty well with this model. This motorcycle has 80 HPs and 80 Nm as output. Way more than enough for what any common mortal would use while taking this motorbike where is meant to be: off-road. It was a normal test drive (about an hour) but fell in love with its characteristics and smoothness all around. To me on this model, maybe to have a 21″rim in front instead of a 19″. Would have made it a bit more dynamic on demanding off-roads, but the actual tire size made it enjoyable on asphalt. 9. HONDA XRE300 We have a bunch of these motorcycles in our fleet for one good reason, our customers are happy with it. They are lightweight, their fuel injection system is incredibly reliable at long timeframes. Also, under hardcore conditions and is such an enjoyable toy to play with. All of our customers that have used it. They always come back to the shop with a smile on their faces. 21 CVs are delivered by its 300cc engine, which makes it the opposite from intimidating, and fun on any skill level hands. Also, by being Honda, we have the support of one of the biggest motorcycle houses in Ecuador. So far, regardless of whatever mess we got ourselves into while opening routes. It has been as easy as fetching the motorbike with our GPS tracking device mounted on them. Take it to any dealer in the country, and it’s ready the day after. 8. KTM Super Adventure 1290R Simply awesome. I rode on a long trip this motorcycle last year when I borrowed from a friend of mine. It’s a KTM, and for its size, you won’t believe it how well it handles. Its got all types of perks, including a water-resistant “glove compartment” for your mobile with a charger inside. Torky and powerful to say the least and mixed with a pretty smart suspension. It goes on cobblestone roads as if it was first class pavement. Not a motorcycle for rookies for sure but its dashboard and controls were so intuitive, that made it feel as if it were. 7. Suzuki Vstrom 650 XT We’ve mentioned this motorcycle on previous blogs and I keep on bringing the subject. This is because is just well thought how they took an already excellent two-wheeled vehicle and just made it better. Two riding modes, spike rims, and less weight made the perfect combination to go deeper in the jungle. Higher in the mountains than its alloy-based wheels predecessors. Some of our clients just love the way it handles in a peaceful ride along the Spondylus route in the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast. For me, when it came to pushing it a bit more than usual it has proved to be really safe. It’s ABS reacts so precise to your situation, like when you are using brand new Continental TK70 on asphalt and you void to consider that fact and go a bit too loco. 6. Yamaha Tenere 660 This machine has its history and war medals, and now in 2019, we had the arrival of the new Tenere 700 with more stories to tell on its belt for sure. This is the first Yamaha that I get on and try it to be honest and boy it called my attention. A pretty easy to use, the machine well balanced and it feel way much lighter than what it looks. After a few hours of dirt roads, you can tell the significant difference that makes a 21-inch front wheel. 5. Triumph Tiger XCx The first time we saw this machine was at the annual convention of Horizons Unlimited where the dealer had a model for test-driving. Since we were organizing an off-road for the participants around the Cotopaxi volcano, we had in our tour BMW 1200GS, BMW F800, and the triumph tiger and so it was easy from the rear to see with similar driver skills what the motorcycle can do. For starters, as the rider related later, its traction control makes so hard to do any wrong on the dirt, even when you want to for the sakes of fun. And of course, for a mid-size bike to output 95 CV from a three-cylinder engine is something you are tempted to test how many of those you can actually use it. When I got to ride it, it came to my surprise how stable the motorcycle is, and note that it doesn’t have the lowest center of gravity of all. 4. Multistrada Enduro 1260 Years back I had the chance to race at the Pamplona San Fermin’s party with dozens of bulls on my back. And for the first time, I felt how it feels to ride one of them. It’s simply a beast with the most impressive Italian design and tech touches. From the heavyweights, I would consider this one something out of this planet. To start with, it doesn’t matter how bad the road gets, you still have
