Recent content by BondJamesBond

I'm always scanning the used motorcycle ads. It's just fun to see what is out there. Is it just me or are the prices for used bikes a little out of wack for what you get - especially for the older bikes? I get it - the right price is what the buyer is willing to pay -- of course. But 15-20...

Looks like a good place that's in the GTA for riders to enjoy a day out and practice their skills. Driving out and back to the Ganaraska forest or up to Simcoe takes a lot of your day away from you. And good on the guys that started this new venture! I've always had a soft spot for young...

Who has recommendations on where to take a my thumper, a Kawi 650 KLR, for a fun day trip? I'm looking for some trails, dirt and gravel roads a KLR can handle (not looking for single track best enjoyed with a proper dirt bike) that are a reasonable drive from Oak Ridges (King Rd, & Bathurst...

I've taken lessons at both trail tours and smart adventures. Both will give basic skills. I found trail tours to give more 'tour' which is a lot of fun. Also they do a great job of matching rider skill with instructor and skill group. I recommend you go early in the season during g the work...

Thanks for all the great advice! I'm tending towards a ktm 690 now. It is 70-80 lbs heavier than a ktm 350 exc-f which is unfortunate but it will let me explore the area around my house, day trips and the trailered rides to the Ganaraska forest. How does anyone pick just 1 bike !? Sent from...

Mike - You live in Burlington. If you had a 701, how would you get to trails? Would you drive the 701 or trailer it? This is my biggest obstacle - living in the suburbs means using a trailer and that takes work and time. Sent from my [device_name] using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app

Great now I'm thinking of a ktm 690 or Husk 701 and what I could do with one of those... Sent from my [device_name] using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app

I'd consider a smaller bike. KTM makes a nice 500 EXCF that is very lite... not sure... less than 250lbs wet I think... The big bikes would give me legs for long trips into the US and other provinces. I'd love to have a pure dirt bike in my garage but because I live in the suburbs getting to...

Just my opinion really -- the other bikes are more geared towards the road rather than off-road adventures. 19 inch front tires rather than 21 as on the KTM and Honda are an easy observation as to what the manufacturers designed their bike for.

I've been looking at you tube videos and reading comparisons of the Africa Twin to the KTM 1090. What does this forum think? What is it that a buyer should consider when choosing between the Twin or 1090?

I was at Ganaraska last weekend. Wow -- How do you get around without getting lost. That place is huge and I rarely saw any markers or signs. The guy I was riding with said that after a 100 hrs or so in the forest you start to learn your way around. LOL...

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I googled princess auto tent sale and couldn't find a date and place announcement. Anyone know where and when? Sent from my SM-G530W using Tapatalk

I'm getting into woods riding and needs lots of gear. Apparently for myself (not my bike) I should get the following: Helmet Googles Boots Gloves Elbow Pads Knee Pads/Braces Chest Protector Neck Brace Pants & Jersey Anything else? Can anyone recommend some stores that have a good...

Thanks everyone. Your recommendations are aligned with my thoughts as well -- start with a 230 or 250. I have my eye on a Yamaha WR250F. I'd prefer an enduro or trail bike over a motocross or supercross bike. I'm also looking at CFR250s and Suzuki DRZ400. I guess I best take the 400 off the...