Kris Keefer

2018 Yamaha YZ250F Worn In, Not Worn Out

As my time with the 2018 Yamaha YZ250F comes to an end, I make no bones about it being my favorite 250F of all the 2018 models. Kris gave me this bike as my long term moto test bike, and in doing so has forced me to branch off from my off-road roots more than…

ByKris KeeferJune 7, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT News Yamaha

Yamaha Introduces Completely Redesigned YZ250F, Updated YZ450F & YZ85 for 2019

We were expecting a new YZ250F from Yamaha in 2019 and that is exactly what we get. The kids will also be stoked to learn that Yamaha made some major updates to the trusty YZ85 while the 2019 YZ450F only gets minor updates.

ByKris KeeferJune 6, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Performance Suspension

WP Cone Valve Fork And Trax Shock For The 2018.5 Husqvarna FC450 Rockstar Edition

I have been riding the 2018.5 Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition A LOT. Over the course of only a few months I have over 50 hours on the test unit I have. I am in love with how well it works on the track, how easy it is to ride and how light it feels…

ByKris KeeferJune 4, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Kawasaki KiT Motocross

2018 Kawasaki KX450F Fuel/Ignition Maps

If you have a 2018 Kawasaki KX450F and have the Kawasaki Calibration Tool you are in luck! Why? Because we have three maps you Team Green riders can try. Choose from Less Engine Braking, Less De-Cel Pop and Increased Torque Feel. Enjoy! Less De-Cel Pop Map. Less Engine Braking Map. Increased Torque Feeling Map.

ByKris KeeferMay 25, 20180Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Shift MX Blue Label LE Pant And Jersey

I probably could start a Keefer Inc. Gear Testing website only. That’s how much I love testing and nitpicking all different types of motocross gear. I get a lot of gear through my doors here, but only a handful of those sets of gear I would actually purchase myself. When I received a set of…

ByKris KeeferMay 25, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Honda KiT News

Honda Reveals New-Model Motocross & Off-Road Motorcycles For 2019

Honda announces its most far-reaching range of performance off-road models ever, expanding the group by three brand new dirtbikes with the 2019 Honda CRF450L, CRF450RWE and CRF250RX. Check out all of the 2019 Honda off-road motorcycles here.

ByKris KeeferMay 23, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT KTM News

2019 KTM SX & SX-F Motorcycles First Look

What you see on the 2018.5 450 SX-F Factory Edition has made its way to KTM’s new 2019 SX-F model lineup. Take a first look at the 2019 KTM SX & SX-F Motorcycles here.

ByKris KeeferMay 20, 20180Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Performance

Pro Taper Race Cut Half-Waffle Grips

“It’s just grips, who cares”? Uhhhhhh…..No sir, it’s not just grips, it’s where your hands live while you’re riding, so that is pretty damn important to me. A pair of grips can be like an old pair of shoes you love and want to wear every day. Changing from your favorite pair of grips to a…

ByKris KeeferMay 18, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT News

2019 Husqvarna Off-Road & Dual Sport Motorcycles First Look

Husqvarna’s 2019 off-road lineup has arrived with their TE and FE line of motorcycles. Check out the 2019 Husqvarna TE and FE off-road motorcycle models here!

ByKris KeeferMay 17, 20180Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Alpinestars A-1 Roost Guard

You can see the Alpinestars A-1 peeking its way through my FXR jersey. I am always looking for maximum flexibility when I ride and I am very picky about what goes under my jersey as far as protection. The Alpinestars A-1 Roost Guard has been around for a while, so I decided to test the crap…

ByKris KeeferMay 16, 20180Comments

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