Paul Brothwood

Paul Brothwood travelled to the Pyrenees as part of Honda Adventure Roads 2026. Paul Brothwood during Honda Adventure Roads 2026 in the Pyrenees. Riding the Honda Transalp alongside a select group of 30 riders, the experience inspired a series of articles covering leadership, adventure riding, Kirian Mirabet, Tosha Schareina and the transition from a Suzuki Hayabusa to off-road motorcycling. Honda Adventure Roads 2026 was one of the most memorable motorcycling experiences of my life. I joined a select group of 30 riders for an adventure through the Pyrenees, riding the Honda Transalp across mountain roads, gravel tracks, rocky climbs and remote routes that most riders never get the chance to experience. For me, the event was about much more than motorcycles. It was about preparation, teamwork, confidence, learning from experts and stepping outside my comfort zone. Coming from a Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary, the move into adventure riding was a completely different challenge. This ...

Paul Brothwood travelled to the Pyrenees as part of Honda Adventure Roads 2026 expecting challenging terrain, spectacular scenery and an opportunity to develop new skills on the Honda Transalp. The terrain regularly pushed riders beyond their comfort zones and highlighted the importance of preparation and teamwork. The event delivered all of those things. What I did not expect was how much the experience would be shaped by the people. Honda Adventure Roads 2026 brought together a select group of 30 riders from around the world. Different nationalities, different backgrounds and different levels of experience, all connected by a shared passion for motorcycling and adventure. The route through the Pyrenees was demanding. Rocky climbs, loose gravel, steep descents and remote trails regularly pushed riders beyond their comfort zones. Looking back at some of the terrain now, it is easy to understand why preparation, training and teamwork were such important parts of the event. The challenge...

  Kirian Mirabet sharing advice during Honda Adventure Roads 2026. Small adjustments in technique often make the biggest difference off-road. Paul Brothwood travelled to the Pyrenees as part of Honda Adventure Roads 2026, a unique adventure riding experience that brought together a select group of 30 riders from around the world. Coming from a road riding background, including ownership of a Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary, the event represented an opportunity to step into unfamiliar territory and develop new skills on the Honda Transalp. One of the highlights of the journey was the opportunity to learn from Kirian Mirabet. Kirian has built a reputation as one of Spain's leading adventure and enduro riders. His experience riding challenging terrain and helping others develop their skills made him an invaluable part of the Honda Adventure Roads experience. Throughout the event, riders benefited from practical advice, coaching and guidance designed to improve confidence and capabili...