adventure Archives - Points Unknown

Making the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Adventure Ready

Many motorcycle industry reviewers have been pretty impressed with the ‘adventure’ capabilities of the little Kawasaki Versys-X 300. And what’s

Summary (TL:DR): Utilizing the factory threaded inserts on the V-Strom frame and some drilling on the top case mounting plate

We had heard a lot about how amazing Iceland was and we were drawn in by the pictures of massive

Lessons Learned: Rivnuts Vs. Plusnuts
| I think plusnuts are a superior product and would highly recommend using these in critical situations (especially when pull out is a concern).
Sprinter Stock Stereo Upgrade and Speaker Replacement
| Instructions for upgrading the stock Sprinter Audio 15 with a new 300W amp, new speakers in the front doors, new rear 6x9 speakers...
Suzuki V-Strom DL650 Oil Change Guide (2004 - 2011)
| A brief guide with pictures and instructions on changing the oil for a 2004 - 2011 Suzuki V-Strom DL650.
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Moving the back seat
| Highlights (TL:DR): get yourself a set of sockets and torx wrenches Measure 858 mm back from the original seat location
2016 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 - First Oil Change, Filter Replacement, and Maintenance Guide
| Steps for changing the oil and filter on the 2014 V-Strom DL1000. All it takes is a 17mm socket wrench, an oil filter...
Sprinter Adventure Van Build – Electrical
| There is a ton of information out there on how to correctly do the electrical for your van. I read
The Perfect Bike Rack Setup
| I’ve been looking for the best bike rack solution for a long time and have tried most of the options
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Sound Deadening & Insulation
| Highlights (TL:DR): 400 square feet of Reflectix (too much) single or double sided 200 square feet of Thinsulate (40 linear