#THEWORLDADVENTUREWEEK STORIES – “MOTORCYCLES CHANGED MY LIFE”
One of the illuminating and cool repercussions of the 2021 THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK – where people were encouraged to get out on and ride their bikes with various riding challenges throughout a week – was the discovery of riders’ stories and lifestyles in the saddle. For Tuğçe Akbayar, biking was an entirely transformative experience…
Instagram: @ride2world

PC @TuğçeAkbayar
Someone who caught our eye for the sheer joy that she takes in travelling and accumulating kilometres with her KTM was Tuğçe (pronounced ‘too-chay’) Akbayar. The 28-year-old Turk’s character shines out from almost all her Instagram posts where rugged landscapes and scenic territories are frequently enhanced by a massive smile.
We’re already envious of her energy! The Pilates teacher and fitness specialist clearly revels in her adventures that have involved several lengthy trips and should encompass another world jaunt where she lives with the bike and for the bike.
“Oh, the northern lights!” she tells us of the most treasured sight she’s witnessed on the road. “It was in Alaska. It was winter, cold and snowy. We had stopped close to the highway and pitched our tents. At one point in the evening, we looked out of the tent and saw the aurora borealis. It was unbelievable. It felt like something magical. It’s hard to describe the feeling.”

PC @TuğçeAkbayar
A conversation with Tuğçe (with her excellent English) is interspersed with her giggles down the phone. Again, we’re envious of the undoubted joy she takes in describing how and why she loves biking. Although she’s lucky to have the possibility to indulge her passion as half-profession (her Ride2World account has over 32,000 followers) it’s also clear that she’s making it happen with limited means, and by maximising the most of her resources. We wanted to know how she got to this point…
You’re Turkish but based in Poland. For people who haven’t ridden in Turkey, what’s it like?
“I’m from Istanbul, where motorcycles have become very popular in the last few years because the traffic can be crazy. If you have to rely on a car or public transportation, then you can say goodbye to two hours of your day. The motorcycle changed my life over 10 years ago, when I was 18. I had been using a bicycle a lot for sport and also getting around and was looking to upgrade. I ended-up getting a sporty 125. It looked quite racey but it was very much for beginners.”
When did you discover KTM?
“The first KTM I tried was a KTM 690 DUKE and I also had a go with a KTM 1190 ADVENTURE. After the 125 I had moved to a 250, to a midweight naked bike and with three different brands until I used a 125 to make my first around the world trip! I was on a tight budget, so I had to sell my current bike for an affordable one to do the job. When we came back, we moved to Poland and that was when I was able to buy my first KTM, which was a KTM 790 DUKE. Riding in Poland is quite different to Turkey! Some of the scenery is equally beautiful but the traffic situation is much calmer.”

PC @TuğçeAkbayar
As you mentioned, riding became a way to travel. It seems like you are creating quite a bit of content from your adventures. Was that an instant attraction? Or did it take some time to embrace the idea that the motorcycle could be used for exploration?
“It was quite quick. Also because I met my husband, who was riding a KTM 990 ADVENTURE. He changed my mind – and my life – when it came to riding. He showed me what it was like to travel. A bike didn’t only have to be for getting from A to B. As soon as we hit the road then I loved it straight away. It didn’t matter if I was tired or soaking wet from rain: I just loved the idea of riding and arriving somewhere new.”
Your Instagram seems to be full of many unforgettable moments…but were there any dark or scary times?
“One comes to mind. We were in Mexico and passing through a remote mountain village and we didn’t know that the police were not entering this area. There were a lot of protesters gathered, wearing masks and carrying sticks. They tried to stop us as we went through. My husband and I had an intercom and he said to me ‘whatever happens, just keep the throttle open and don’t stop’. There were some scary moments but luckily nothing went wrong. Later on, I did think I was in big trouble.”

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What does the future hold? Another trip?
“Another round the world trip is a dream because there are so many places we’ve haven’t visited yet and others where we have been that are changing all the time. I think travelling is like a strong addiction: once you have tried it then it’s hard to forget about it. I’d like to do a long journey, not a short ‘holiday-style’ trip.”
What’s the dream territory?
“Chile. It’s the most beautiful. Scenery, people, food, the roads.”
What about somewhere new?
“I would have to say Iceland. I’ve never been and would love to see it. Then also Japan. I’m really curious to go there.”
Lastly, what’s the current KTM of choice and why?
“I have the KTM 690 ENDURO R and it’s the best bike I’ve ever had. I’m not planning to change it.”

PC @TuğçeAkbayar
-Isn’t it a big tricky for long road trips?
“Kind of, but for me it was a good option because I’m not the tallest person! I also love the light weight and I find it very easy to control and handle. I know other bikes might be more comfortable for certain types of road but I’m totally fine with it because when you are travelling you rarely need to go very fast anyway.”
More information about THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK and the final leader board can be found here.
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Great Interview, Your Instagram seems to be full of many unforgettable moments.
Nice interview, Tugce!
Keep rocking!
Tugce and Fatih are very passionate about motorcycles and adventures, no doubt more adventures await!
Sky is the Limit ! All the best
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¡That’s a very inspiring story! I love to read articles like this.
It is amazing to see how motorcycling can change people’s vision of life and make it so cheerful.
Thank you for sharing this with all of us <3
What a story. Ktm is a good choice for making a story !!
Loved her story! You should all follow their instagram account (@ride2world) to see the amazing photos they share from their beautiful adventures! Keep chasing your dreams guys!
This is amazing! I have the fortune to know Tugce! she is an amazing person, it is incredibly inspiring the sense of adventure she carries with her, the first time i heard about the 2 year world adventure, i was like hooo sh#t!! thats sounds an astonishing adventure!
My unstoppable, fearless, lovely and crazy friend. I was shocked when I saw this post!! The orange princess!! Good luck!
I don’t know if she travels on a bike with a smile or with a smile on a bike. I first met them in United States when they were on their way to Alaska with ride2world in winter. As fellow biker I was surprised by their decision but once you get to know them you realize behind that smile there is a tenacity that can’t be beat. They are celebrity in Turkish motorcycle community but they also have a huge following all around the word because of their infectious energy. I think KTM is a great choice for an adventure bike. Looking forward to seeing more.
I follow them on instagram for several years, had chance to meet with them in Poland. Really great people and motorcycle enthusiast. I am glad that they enjoy every second on a motorcycle and its pleasure to follow their adventures…
It’s hard not to appreciate Tuğce’s dedication. They are not like most of the other people who rides when there are certain conditions. They like to ride, so every moment is a good time for riding. It is certain that together with Fatih, they are the embodiment of motorcycle lifestyle.
Hosted them while they’re in Singapore. Very cheerful lady. Easy going and accommodative.
She is a happy spark on bikes, with never ending energy.
Congrats Tugce! You are very good at what you are doing, you are so dedicated and keep it up👍
Congrats Tuğçe 🙂
Such moving and fastinating stories!! Keep it up 🙂
Wellcome to KTM .. sure that will have more enjoy to travel with 690 R with your next travels.. Although most of KTM motocycles seem to be musculen especially 690 R etc, to see preferable to ride by women is exicited.
Yıllardır takipteyiz; ne güzel insanlardır, o kendi yolunda, cesaretle giden insanlar..
Never-ending passion for 2-wheels 🤘🤘🤘
Tugce and Fatih are amazing! After the world tour videos they shared on youtube, I’m sure many people like me decided to start the bike. Their energies are excellent! and we are always watching with interest what their next steps will be 🙂 Their videos about KTM bikes were also very professional, so they lead to the love of orange. Thank you for your energy and sharing! Wish you good luck! 🤗
Such an inspirational story you have there! We should all follow our dreams and see where we end up🤗 you go girl!
I am the husband 😎✌️😬
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Tugce is a muse for young women who wants to travel the world and experience it firsthand!! I admire her work and her stories from all around the world !! Very excited to hear about the new trips she mentions!!
Motorcycling is a part of her self, and she is not afraid to go on adventures and live her life the way she wants to. There’s a life lesson for everyone
Best of luck with everything Tugce!
woman whispering on motorcycle (; orange looks good on you
This is the result of doing whatever you do with passion and love! I’ve been on a ride with Tuğçe and Fatih in Northern Thailand with @ride2world
Great vibes, joy, beautiful souls!
Tugce and her hubby doing great things in such a short period, for those who did not see yet, please check their world tour with both ridden ybr125 on YouTube, amazing people. 690 duke R is a very proper bike for on/off road trips, nowadays middle weight adventure bikes too heavy for hard enduro and might ruin your day, she really knows what she doing.
Wish you best Tugce
What an amazing woman on two wheels
Tuğçe and Fatih wonderful couple. Their riding past years have inspired many riders. I feel very fortuned to have seen them just before their journey back to Poland from Istanbul while they were having their KTM bikes washed. Wish them both luck 🍀
Dünya tatlısı Tuğçe’yi buralarda görmek ne güzel. Kutlarım, yollar seni bekliyor
She is one of the great bikers I have ever seen and I had a chance to ride with them in Istanbul. They inspired all of us to follow our dreams! It is a pleasure to read this article in here. Because I believe, they will never stop and show us how the world looks like from their eyes. I am looking forward to be with them in one of their tours someday! ❤
Chome şak diye türkçe ye çeviriyor ki:))
Çook ama cok dadlı bir sohbet olmuş. Sponsorluklara vesile olsun insallh. Amin :))
Tuğçe and fatih 💞💞
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I admire your beautiful energy.♥️✨
Tuğçe is an incredible, intrepid adventurer. For her, life is two wheels, whether there is a destination or not, whether there is a even ROAD or not! Weaving adventure into a way of life. I admire her determination. She’s up for any challenge. And, she makes everything fun!
Wow! What an axing story and amazing woman!
Its a pleasure to see such passion i life!
Have many more great adventures girl!
KTM is the right choice for a traveller, who likes to discover the impulse of mothernature. I believe you will “live your life” with KTM more and more everyday. Also you should try to find “ready to race” part of the bike. You should try cross country rally races around, like Transanatolia, Greece, Sardegna and Albania rally…
Wellcome to KTM .. sure that will have more enjoy to travel with 690 R with your next travels.. Although most of KTM motocycles seem to be musculen especially 690 R etc, to see preferable to ride by women is exicited.