In this issue, as part of KTM’s “30 Years of Duke,” we review three updated models: 390 Duke, 990 Duke, and 1390 Super Duke R Evo. We also review the Suzuki GSX-8R middleweight sportbike and Triumph’s smallest streetbikes: the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X.
Kickstarts has a first look at the Husqvarna Svartpilen 801, as well as a look at the upcoming Americade rally and the Edelweiss Grand Alps Tour. Our Summer Buyers Guide lists gear, parts, and accessories to help you get the most out of the riding season.
In our On the Road feature, Steven Goode rides scenic byways in almost every state to support a good cause. And for our Favorite Ride, Kenneth W. Dahse explores the Upper Delaware River Watershed.
Our Exhaust Note comes from Jamie Elvidge, a Rider staffer from 1985-1988, and Quinn Redeker discusses exercises to improve coordination in Motor School. Celebrating Rider’s 50th anniversary, our Rider Rewind section highlights some interesting and wacky fashion shoots from the past.
Additional stories in the June issue of Rider:
- 2024 KTM Dukes | First Ride
- 2024 Suzuki GSX-8R | First Ride
- 2024 Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X | First Ride
- Summer Buyers Guide
- Great American Scenic Byways Tour | On the Road
- Upper Delaware River Watershed | Favorite Ride
- Moto Fashion | Rider Rewind
- And more!