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2024 KTM 500 EXC-F What do you do when you reach the limit? We say, “Change your approach and keep charging ahead.” We accepted the challenge to create a machine capable of going places it’s never gone before. Now we challenge you to get out there and do the same!

SEE MORE AT KTM.COM Please make no attempt to imitate the illustrated riding scenes, always wear protective clothing and observe the applicable provisions of the road traffic regulations! The illustrated vehicles may vary in selected details from the production models and some illustrations feature optional equipment available at additional cost.

Please make no attempt to imitate the illustrated riding scenes, always wear protective clothing and observe the applicable provisions of the road traffic regulations! The illustrated vehicles may vary in selected details from the production models and some illustrations feature optional equipment available at additional cost.

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DECEMBER ISSUE 88

WIDE OPEN - 2023 YEAR IN PHOTOS In 2023, Upshift Online and our contributors and friends covered hundreds of thousands of miles from nearly every corner of the globe. Every adventure embarked upon, no matter the distance, was filled with countless memories and stories to tell. Each month in Upshift Magazine, we aimed to deliver those experiences with detailed accounts and eye-popping imagery, however, not every photo made it into each issue. Our annual “Wide Open” edition of the magazine is our favorite way to kick off the new year, by looking back on the incredible places we’ve been and inspiring ourselves and our readers to ride even more in 2024. Enjoy the sights and scenes from our last twelve months, and get revved up for your next twelve!

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