Finding the best beginner adventure motorcycle for you can be a difficult task. There are a ton of entry-level ADV bikes to choose from and they have widely varying engine sizes, capabilities, and features. In my opinion, the most important factor when choosing the best beginner ADV bike is confidence. A new ADV rider needs to feel like they are going to be able to handle both the bike and the terrain, and that's why I recommend starting with a small or medium sized adventure motorcycle or even an adventure-style dual sport motorcycle.

I've compiled a list of my 9 favorite entry-level ADV bikes for beginners. Now, entry-level ADV bike doesn't mean crappy or not fun to ride. Skilled riders can still enjoy all of the awesome adventure motorcycles on this list, but these 9 best beginner adventure bikes are the most confidence-inspiring and easy to find choices out there, so these are the beginner ADV bikes I recommend.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro to Best Beginner ADV Bikes
01:08 Consider a Dual Sport Instead
01:20 Why These Are Good Beginner Adventure Bikes
02:32 Suzuki V-Strom 650
03:47 Kawasaki Versys-X 300
05:43 Honda CB500X
08:01 Dual Sport Bikes That Are Also Adventure Bikes
08:26 Kawasaki KLR 650
10:44 Suzuki DR650
12:53 Honda CRF250L Rally/Honda CRF300L Rally
15:00 Royal Enfield Himalayan
16:40 Honorable Mention: KTM 390 Adventure
17:15 Honda Africa Twin


Beginner ADV Bike videos mentioned in this video:
V-Strom 650 Test Ride:    • V-Strom 650 Review: Test Ride and Fir...  
Versys-X 300 Test Ride:    • Kawasaki Versys-X 300 On and Off Road...  
Honda CB500X Off Road Test Ride:    • Rain and Snow, Gravel and Mud: Honda ...  
Kawasaki KLR 650 Playlist:    • 2022 Kawasaki KLR 650 Adventure Mods ...  
Honda CRF250L Playlist:    • 5 Things To Know Before You Buy a Hon...  
Royal Enfield Himalayan Test Ride:    • Royal Enfield Himalayan On and Off Ro...  
KTM 390 Adventure Test Ride:    • Is This The Best Beginner Adventure B...  
Honda Africa Twin Playlist:    • Honda Africa Twin Freeway Performance...  

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