If you look at the selection of motorcycles for sale in the marketplace, you would be pleasantly surprised by the diverse menu of options to choose from. You got cruisers, sport bikes, and touring bikes with varying styles, engine sizes, and special performance features. Of course, for those that want a little more our of their rides than just a simple A-to-B cruise will find themselves exploring bikes that like to live on the edge by getting down and dirty with the natural terrain. That's where dirt bikes, dual sport bikes, and adventure bikes come into play. It is thanks to their durability, power, comfort, and fun factor that have made these motorcycles some of the most popular rides all over the world. Besides being able to function well on city streets and highways, many of these models feel right at home when they are rolling through dirt trails, muddy swamps, and sandy beaches. As an added bonus, Honda, which is known for having some of the most diverse motorcycle selections in production, has made a name for itself in the development of many reliable off-road bikes.

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10 2020 Honda CRF250L Rally

The Honda CRF250L Rally is one of the manufacturer's most popular dual-sport bikes all over the world. Even though Honda has since released even more powerful variations of the CRF line, this bike checks off all the boxes one could possibly want in a reliable dual-sport motorcycle. It has a fuel-injected DOHC four-valve four-stroke engine, six-speed transmission, and is probably one of Honda's best entry-level off-roading bikes ever made. Beginner riders will be able to gain their confidence, and have a lot of fun along the way as they rip their ways through the dirt track, or just putt around the neighborhood. Not to mention that should this bike find itself tipped over while riding on the track or trails, it probably won't receive any significant damage that would affect its riding ability. Overall, the CRF250L Rally is an ideal dual-sport model that will welcome riders of all shapes, sizes, and experience levels with open arms.

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9 2023 Honda CRF300L Rally

The bigger brother to the aforementioned CRF250L Rally, the Honda CRF300L Rally is the modernized version of the generous dual-sport bike with a few extra improvements. It is more powerful, more nimble, and more reliable as it takes the rider's safety and comfort more into consideration. This is evident by its larger fuel tank, additional bodywork, and a rally-style windshield that encourage longer rides while providing some extra protection from the wind, weather, dirt, debris, bugs, etc. By setting itself up to be perfectly capable as both an on-road and off-road bike, more and more adventurous riders gravitate towards this affordable option as their latest toy. For those still unconvinced by the CRF300L Rally's appeal, a few laps around the track may change their minds.

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8 2007 Honda XR650R

Honda has had a long, tried and true history in the production of off-roading motorcycles. Among those that stand out in that fabled history is the Honda XR650R. Lightweight, powerful, and durable, this bike took both racing and ripping through the desert seriously. Equipped with a race suspension, a 650cc engine, and a light aluminum frame, this bike rides with purpose, and if you don't get as much of a thrill out of riding through the sand, then you two probably won't be much of a pair. This bike's powerful engine is certainly not for beginners and non-adrenaline junkies. If anything, intermediate and experienced riders may find it to be more fun as long as they've got enough confidence and skill to match. While this bike truly thrives when it's riding through natural terrain, it can still pull double-duty as an effective city bike.

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7 2022 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

Adventure bikes have never been as popular as they are today. And as anyone that has ridden one before, it is easy to understand why. They've got comfort, performance, power, and the latest riding technology on their side, and Honda's CRF1100L Africa Twin remains one of the biggest contenders in the ADV market. Honda released the first Africa Twin in 1989, and has since positioned itself as a staple in the manufacturer's lineup for over 30 years. Designed with a more upright riding position, riders are able to crank out miles of smiles without feeling fatigued both through the trails and on the highway. Think of it as a lighter Gold Wing that likes to play in the dirt. With decades of off-road performance under its belt, the newer models now feature modern riding technology like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Honda's automatic DCT transmission.

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6 2023 Honda XR150L

For those looking to explore the wild world of Honda's lineup off-roading motorcycles, but are still a little green. Worry not! Taking those will little to no riding experience in mind, the Honda XR150L is here to take you by the hand and welcome you to the first chapter in your motorcycling journey. Slightly smaller than some of its other Dual-Sport brethren, the XR150L isn't here to show off or audition for the X Games. This bike is more designed for go out for some chill trail rides through the woods once you've got the campground set up. As a Dual-Sport, it is also capable of functioning as a street bike for those that prefer to stick close to home, but still want to give the back roads a spin on the ride back. In addition, there are loads of Honda accessories to encourage personal customization.

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5 2023 Honda NC750X DCT

At the end of the day, a motorcycle is a toy. Some of us like to take proper care of our toys. But then some of us like to play rough. That is exactly the kind of toy that the Honda NC750X DCT is. This adventure bike is one of very few models that is able to check off all the boxes one could want in a motorcycle, while checking off some extra bonus boxes in the process. It is versatile, powerful, comfortable, and solid for any adventurer looking to break away from the pack. With an adventure-based suspension and water-tight storage compartments, there is no environment off-limits to this bike. One particular feature that may leave some prospective customers intrigued is its automatic DCT transmission, which allows you to shift when you want, or when you want the bike to shift for you.

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4 2024 Honda CRF450RX

There are some off-road bikes that are able to ride both on streets and through the dirt. But for those that thrive in a more natural environment, the Honda CRF450RX is every motocrosser's dream dirt bike. It has all the power, agility, and handling one would expect for a trail bike, but with a lot more modern technological enhancements. One particular feature that shines on the CRF450RX is the Honda Selectable Torque Control, which allows riders to determine the amount of traction they wish to ride through under any circumstance. This bike is also built on a lightweight chassis, allowing riders to really take advantage of its 450cc engine as it carves through the dirt and sand. It also features a high-performance suspension system specifically designed to tackle the trails.

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3 2016 Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer

As Honda managed to establish itself as a respectable name in the adventure motorcycle market before its competitors started to catch up, its line of VFR adventure touring bikes certainly caught the eye of many new and experienced ADV riders. The VFR1200X Crosstourer was one of Honda's shining stars as it was powered by the VFR V4 engine, featured a larger fuel tank, fixed fairing, traction control, ABS, and a slew of other special features that made it hard to ignore. Even though it weighed in at 633 lbs, this was by no means a lightweight bike. But given how its design kept that center of gravity at its core, its responsive handling definitely made it feel lighter than it really was. Its suspension system was also extremely adaptable to its environment as it was able to handle potholes, road cracks, and rocky trails with ease.

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2 2022 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES

As we've already mentioned earlier in this list, Honda has held a significant position in the world of adventure bikes, with the Africa Twin as its main flagship model. But for experienced riders looking for a bit more out of their bike, the 2022 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES is a performance-based trim with a laundry list of special features to satisfy even the hungriest of off-roading adrenaline junkies. Some of those features include an electronic suspension system, adjustable windshield, heated grips, smoother transmissions between 1st and 2nd gears, and greater maneuverability at low rpm. For riders that wish to really go the distance, but aren't afraid of getting a little dirty on some all-natural detours, the Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES is the off-roader any dirt bike wants to grow up to be.

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1 2023 Honda CB500X

Adventure bikes are meant for more than just some basic A-to-B commuter bike that sits in your garage all year. Because if that is the case, you are robbing yourself of an actual adventure! They can go anywhere, and function well in almost any kind of riding environment. Take the Honda CB500X. You can take it to the hottest sands of the Sahara desert, to the chilliest coasts of South America. The world is your playground, and this bike is your partner in crime to deliver every exciting moment. Designed to be universally ideal for riders of all sizes, comfort is a priority with the CB500X no matter where you take it. Its fuel economy is quite impressive too with an estimated mileage of 61.9 miles-per-gallon. Its price is also equally attractive too.

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