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desert ridingBest Motorcycles for Desert Riding in 2026: We Rode 8 Heat-Ready Machines Across Sand and Hardpack to Find the Ultimate Dry-Climate Two-Wheeler
We spent two weeks riding eight purpose-built and desert-capable motorcycles across scorching sand washes, sun-baked hardpack, and endless dirt roads to find the best bikes for dry-climate riding in 2026. From lightweight scramblers to full-blown adventure tourers, each machine faced triple-digit temperatures, deep sand, and rocky terrain that sorted the winners from the pretenders. Here are our definitive picks for desert riding glory in 2026.
wet weather ridingBest Motorcycles for Rainy Climates in 2026: We Rode 9 Wet-Weather-Ready Bikes Across Soaked Roads to Find the Most Capable All-Season Machines
Not every rider gets to choose their weather, and for those living in the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, the British Isles, or any perpetually damp corner of the world, a wet-weather-capable motorcycle isn't optional — it's essential. We spent weeks riding nine carefully selected bikes through soaked roads, standing water, and slick corners to determine which machines truly belong in a rainy climate. Here are the results, the surprises, and our definitive recommendations for 2026.
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