Kris Keefer

Akrapovic Evolution Muffler (2021 Yamaha YZ450F)

The Akrapovic Evolution muffler system is one of the most beautiful looking systems out there in the market today, is well built, and has quality welds all the way around it. Once hot, the titanium color of the headpipe is the most dynamic blue you will ever see from any muffler manufacturer, which just makes…

ByKris KeeferApril 27, 20210Comments

KiT Uncategorized

The Weekend Race Set Up (4/25/21)

I always thought it would be cool to share the notes that I create after a race with the reader. 98% of the time I will input notes about each test bike/part I decide to race any given weekend. The part as well as the bikes change from time to time, but I always like…

ByKris KeeferApril 27, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Keefer Tested KiT Podcasts

Show #229 – Suspension Adjustments Explained

Ever wonder what your suspension adjustments actually do for you on the track? Get the low down on which adjuster does what and how you can diagnose which one to turn/click for varying conditions of any track. http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/210426_keefer.mp3

ByKris KeeferApril 26, 20210Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Performance Suspension

Dunlop MX12 Rear Tire (120/80-19)

Dunlop offers a wide variety of tires for us moto/off-road guys but you don’t see too many reviews of the MX12 scoop tire out there. I recently had the chance to try a 120/80-19 rear MX12 at a few different tracks that range from sand to intermediate terrain with the occasional hard pack afternoons at…

ByKris KeeferApril 21, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Kawasaki Keefer Tested KiT Podcasts Yamaha

Show #228 – 2021 Yamaha YZ450FX Vs. Kawasaki KX450X Comparison

In this off-road episode, Keefer and Greg Loup will break down the 2021 Yamaha YZ450FX and Kawasaki KX450X. Listen as they go over the changes to each machine, who each bike is for, each bike's strengths and weaknesses, as well as what they think about what each bike's moto to off-road ratio really is. http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/210416_keefer.mp3

ByKris KeeferApril 19, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Honda KiT Suspension

Ride Engineering 23.5mm Offset Split Triple Clamps (2021 Honda CRF450R)

I have been looking for some added stability and comfort from my 2021 Honda CRF450R test machine since I got it and although my suspension setting has evolved/improved over time, I still need some compliancy from this machine. I have been working with Adrian over at Ride Engineering on some split triple clamps for over…

ByKris KeeferApril 14, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Honda Keefer Tested KiT Podcasts

Show #227 – Testing Vince Friese Smartop Bullfrog Spas Honda 2021 CRF450R

Keefer gets to ride and test the Smartop Bullfrog Spas Honda of Vince Friese and walks you through the bike and what it's like to ride. http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/210415_keefer.mp3

ByKris KeeferApril 14, 20210Comments

KiT Motocross

Weekend Race Set Up: Glen Helen 4/10/21

I always thought it would be cool to share the notes that I create after a race with the reader. 98% of the time I will input notes about each test bike/part I decide to race any given weekend. The part as well as the bikes change from time to time, but I always like…

ByKris KeeferApril 12, 20210Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Fox Raceframe Impact D30 Soft Back Chest Protector

I am usually 90% in on wearing some sort of chest protection when I ride/test/race, but have only found a very select few chest guards that get me excited enough to put on. The all-new Raceframe Impact D30 Soft Back Guard is Fox Racing's top-level chest guard. The key feature on the Raceframe version is…

ByKris KeeferApril 9, 20210Comments

Bike Brands KiT KTM Off-Road

Top 5 Reliability Mods To The 2021 KTM 450 XC-F

Written By: Gary Sutherlin When you hear the phrase “Top 5 Mods” for a KTM most of the time you think of things like, exhaust, engine, ECU or maybe some cone valve forks. However, in this Top 5 Mods article I went outside the box a little since I’ve spent a few years riding this…

ByKris KeeferApril 6, 20210Comments

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