Kris Keefer

2018 Yamaha YZ65 Update (Summer School Assignment)

Dustyn Davis is the son of 1990 AMA Supercross 125cc West Region Champion, 1995 and 1999 AMA National Enduro Champion, 1997, 1998 and 2002 AMA National Hare & Hound Champion Ty Davis. Dustyn is a little high desert ripper that is guided by his talented father and has been racing our 2018 Yamaha YZ65 test…

ByKris KeeferJuly 2, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT Motocross Yamaha

2019 Yamaha YZ85 Review

When I heard Yamaha was coming out with a new YZ85 in 2019, I wanted to task my son with the job of writing the review. As a test rider I come in contact with a lot of new bikes, parts, etc., but I really wanted my son to know that all of this doesn't…

ByKris KeeferJune 29, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT Motocross Yamaha

2019 Yamaha YZ450F Review

I don’t need to tell you how big of a fan I was of last year’s YZ450F do I? It had a powerful engine character, great suspension, stable chassis and had an improved cornering ability. Yes, it could feel heavy at times and doesn't turn as sharp as a Honda, but it did A LOT…

ByKris KeeferJune 29, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Motocross

2019 Husqvarna FC/TC First Impression Notes

I had the pleasure of getting invited to ride five new 2019 Husqvarna motorcycles (TC125, TC250, FC250, FC350, FC450) at the “Baker Factory” in Florida last week. Husqvarna held their 2019 world motocross introduction at Aldon’s lovely facility and let me tell you it is immaculate. The weather was hot and humid, but the track…

ByKris KeeferJune 25, 20180Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Performance

Ride Engineering Billet Front Brake Caliper

I feel one aspect of a bike’s performance that is often over looked is the brake system. Most of us including myself have over looked this area more times than not. Some of us typically will go buy a new or used bike, drop money on an exhaust, wheels, graphics and maybe even race fuel.…

ByKris KeeferJune 20, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Kawasaki KiT Motocross

2019 Kawasaki KX450 First Impression

Kawasaki has a brand new KX450 without the “F” people! Who needs more “F” in this world anyway?! Seriously though, Kawasaki has a brand new 450 and it is probably the most anticipated motocross machine of 2019. I headed down to Pala, California last Tuesday night to attend the presentation that Kawasaki had for the…

ByKris KeeferJune 18, 20180Comments

Bike Brands Kawasaki KiT News

Kawasaki Unveils Its 2019 KX450F

Kawasaki looks to be a serious threat to the 450cc motocross class with their all new 2019 KX450F. We have seen spy photos for a while, but today confirms that the new green machine gets an A-Kit style spring fork, hydraulic clutch, a new electric start engine, new frame and much more. We are out…

ByKris KeeferJune 12, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT KTM Motocross

2019 KTM 250/350 SX-F First Impression

As most of you know I choose my "core" evaluators wisely here at Keefer Inc. I don't just hire fast dudes that rip. They have to first have a good heart, be kind, haul ass, be able to joke around, be able to write, be able to evaluate, have a firm handshake, feel things on a…

ByKris KeeferJune 12, 20180Comments

Bike Brands KiT Motocross Yamaha

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

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