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Kurt Spurlock
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Kurt Spurlock is a writer for the outdoors and motorcycle industries. When he's not busy writing you can find him hoarding backpacking gear, trying not to injure himself mountain biking, or doing literally anything on a motorcycle from track days to dual sport camping. Give him a piece of your mind on twitter @kurtspurlock, or at his website www.KurtSpurlock.com.

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2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure gets new engine, chassis, and accessibility
There's nothing incremental about the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure changes.
2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure parked on a hillside with mountains in the background.

The 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure's extensive changes and updates include a new engine, restructured chassis, fresh bodywork, and updated electronics for improved safety and accessibility. The undisputed class leader, BMW Motorrad's large adventure touring motorcycle, gave its competition new challenges.
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The Hennessey H850 Mustang Front

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GM Super Cruise active light wheel

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