If a you and your partner want to explore beyond the tarmac, you’ll be happy to know we now have a bunch of tall-riding adventure-touring bikes. These can go places while also offering ample seating space and comfort for both the rider and the pillion. Features like a top box double as a makeshift backrest, providing elevated levels of support for the pillion. These and many more notable features are the basis of curating this list of couple-friendly ADVs. From top-of-the-line ADVs from Ducati, BMW, and Triumph to impressive VFM offerings from Royal Enfield and CFMoto, this list is a vibrant one.
To give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from authoritative sources, including Honda Powersports USA, Harley-Davidson USA, BMW Motorrad USA, Suzuki Cycles USA, Ducati USA, Royal Enfield USA, Triumph Motorcycles USA, CFMoto Motorcycles USA, Moto Guzzi USA, and KTM USA. This list is organized in decreasing order of pricing, from the more expensive to the most affordable two-up adventure touring bikes for couples who love to explore. All prices mentioned here are of the 2025 models, unless mentioned otherwise.
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally
Price: $31,995
This is an enhanced, souped-up version of the Ducati Multistrada V4. As the name suggests, the “Rally” dials up the Multi V4’s off-roading capabilities with more durable laced wheels wrapped with off-road-ready tires. Performance is sorted here with a 1,158 cc V-twin, derived from the Panigale V4 sports bike.
Equally sorted is its comfort and technology quotient, with features like a two-way quickshifter, a six-axis IMU, a by-wire throttle, electronically adjustable suspension, and a 6.5-inch TFT. These help maintain comfort and control on all types of terrain. Add the available side cases and top box to the mix, and the pillion sits cocooned further in comfort.
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer
Price: $24,895
The 1200 Rally Explorer is the go-anywhere trim level of Triumph’s flagship ADV. It is powered by a 1,160 cc inline-3 engine that produces 147 horsepower and 95 pound-feet of torque. Comfort and convenience are top-notch on this go-anywhere ADV, with notable features like heated grips, heated seats, an adjustable saddle, and a host of electronic features.
The latter comprises multiple ride modes, traction control, Showa semi-active suspension, and a 7-inch TFT. The pillion also benefits from most of these features, including a heated seat. Adding the available top box also provides back support for the pillion.
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
Price: $23,645
The BMW R 1300 GS is valiantly carrying forward the legendary GS nameplate. The “standard” model is already a competent offering, balancing off-road and on-road capabilities in style. However, the R 1300 GS Adventure takes things up a notch with enduring features. Notable ones include a much larger fuel tank, improved wind protection, reinforced off-road components, and a more comfortable saddle for both rider and pillion.
The underpinnings are sturdy enough to take the weight of two occupants while scaling challenging terrain and cruising along long highways. Sweetening the deal further are cool technology features, such as available radar-adaptive cruise control and semi-active suspension, to leave no stone unturned when it comes to comfort and capabilities.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
Price: $20,999
As we still wait for KTM to launch its latest 1390 Super Adventure ADV line-up, we divert your attention to the next best thing—the 1290 Super Adventure R. It is powered by a beastly 1,301 cc V-twin engine producing 160 horsepower and nearly 102 pound-feet of torque. Knobby dual-purpose tubeless tires, durable laced wheels, and serious off-road-ready WP suspension; it has it all to be a monster off the roads.
However, KTM has also managed to fuse a practical, comfortable side with a spacious saddle that accommodates a pillion, a relaxed rider triangle, chunky footpegs, and a large windscreen. It’s the flagship V-twin ADV today (until the 1390 comes along).
Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special
Price: $19,999
Harley’s first-ever ADV has been a smashing hit thanks to its do-it-all appeal. It is powered by one of the most powerful V-twins from the Milwaukee-based marque, packing 150 horsepower and 95 pound-feet of torque. With a curb weight of just 569 pounds, this also has one of the best power-to-weight ratios among any Harleys.
Its touring duties are well accounted for with a relaxed rider triangle, an adjustable seat height, a tall windscreen, and a spacious saddle that’s enough to seat a pillion in comfort. The technology features are top-notch, with notable ones including electronically adjustable suspension, switchable ABS, and hill hold assist, among others. Add its available side cases and top box, and we have a go-anywhere ADV with ample space to store a weekend’s worth of luggage for two people.
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Adventure
Price: $17,799
This model sits on top of the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 line-up and is the most touring and off-road-ready version with laced wheels, knobby tires, standard side cases, and long travel suspension. It is powered by a 1,037 cc V-twin producing 107 horsepower and nearly 74 pound-feet of torque. The combination of a 21/17-inch wheel size and long travel suspension cements its “adventure” capabilities.
The saddle is sizable enough to house a pillion, too. Riding comfort and convenience for the occupants are further enhanced with a slew of cool technology features. Notable ones include cruise control, Suzuki Drive Modes, a bidirectional quick shifter, and an available top box for added storage space and back support for the pillion.
Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES
Price: $17,599
This is the top-of-the-line offering in the highly popular Honda Africa Twin line-up. It’s packed with a very versatile powertrain that also powers the cool-looking neo-retro Rebel 1100 cruiser bike. Honda has repackaged it with a robust chassis, suspended on long-travel suspension, to truly face challenging off-road situations.
Even with the pillion and available luggage solutions on board, this Honda ADV is designed to offer a plush, stable riding experience on all surfaces. This is courtesy of its Showa EERA semi-active suspension, which adapts to the changing surface within a fraction of a second. Bumping up the price to $18,399 gets you the automatic-transmission-equipped trim, unlocking a new level of breezy riding experience.
Moto Guzzi Stelvio
Price: $16,390
This relatively new ADV from Moto Guzzi is mostly forgotten in the sea of more popular names from the likes of BMW and Honda. But the Stelvio deserves its fair share of praise and attention for blending in capable on-road and off-road finesse in a sharp-looking form factor. It is powered by an off-beat transverse V-twin, producing 115 horsepower and 77.4 pound-feet of torque.
The underpinnings uplift its do-it-all character, thanks to a robust steel tube frame, and long-travel suspension courtesy of Sachs inverted forks up front and a KYB monoshock at the rear. Comfort, convenience, and technology are wholesome for the price, and help keep the rider and the pillion cozy at all times. Five ride modes and an electronically adjustable windscreen make life more enjoyable.
CFMoto Ibex 800 E
Price: $10,299
This is a very capable adventure bike, powered by a KTM-sourced 799 cc parallel-twin that produces 94 horsepower and 56.8 pound-feet of torque. It is the most affordable motorcycle to get a radar-based blind spot detection system. Other notable technology features include six ride modes, an 8-inch touchscreen display with CarPlay, Bluetooth, TPMS, and RideSync, and cruise control.
It is also capable of the roads with a robust chassis, fully adjustable KYB suspension at both ends, and off-road-ready knobby tires. Even its adventure styling by Kiska is thoughtfully executed, blending practicality with visual appeal. The saddle is spacious, offering a relaxed rider triangle and a cozy pillion seating layout.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Price: $5,799
This is the most affordable way for a couple to enjoy adventures. The Royal Enfield is a beginner-friendly do-it-all ADV that packs the brand’s first-ever modern liquid-cooled engine. This mill, while being relatively low on weight, produces cheerful performance figures that help it excel at being both a mile-muncher and an eager trail runner.
It scores high on comfort and convenience, too, with cool electronic features added to the mix. Beyond all these bits, this RE ADV is also a comfortable ride for the pillion, with a fairly relaxed seating layout that can be further enhanced with a padded top box for back support.