
What the Fork? The Long Haul: A Guide to Touring Bike History
Heated grips, massive fairings, and enough luggage space for the kitchen sink. In part nine of “What the Fork?”, we look at the bikes built for the long haul.
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Heated grips, massive fairings, and enough luggage space for the kitchen sink. In part nine of “What the Fork?”, we look at the bikes built for the long haul.

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