2023 Yamaha YZ450F Optional Power Tuner Maps

We have created (as well as Yamaha R&D) a couple optional maps for you new bLU cRU owners to try. The "Control Torque" map was created by the Yamaha R&D team to give the rider a smoother roll on character that limits how free feeling the engine feels when exiting corners. I do feel less…

ByKris KeeferJanuary 5, 20230Comments

Bike Brands KTM

2023 KTM 350 XC-F Long Term Impression

Gardner Tarlow has been my general practitioner for quite sometime and he has helped guys like Tim Ferry, Ricky Carmichael, Travis Preston and many others over the years. I stumbled upon Gardner from a friend that said he knew a doc who loves to ride so it might be beneficial for you to drive a…

ByKris KeeferJanuary 3, 20230Comments

Boots Gear Protection

Alpinestars Tech 7 Or Tech 10? Which Should You Choose?

I get a lot of emails on which boot should I choose. A Tech 7 or Tech 10? The answer is not as simple as you might think. I have recently switched back to a Tech 7 in the last few weeks so I thought I would write about my thoughts on each and which…

ByKris KeeferJanuary 2, 20230Comments

Coffee with the Keefers Podcasts

Coffee With The Keefers (Episode 11)

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/221231_coffee.mp3 The Keefer family brings in special guest Travis Preston to sit down to talk about the year that was and all that encompasses a racing family. From dirt bikes to marriage and kids, we got it all right in this show!

ByKris KeeferDecember 31, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Gasgas Keefer Tested Podcasts

Show #312: 2023 Gas Gas MC450 Garage Build As Well As 350 Vs.300 Talk

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/121922_keefer.mp3 In this episode Keefer and Eddie Laret go over their latest garage build and why the Gas Gas MC450 could be a better choice for vet riders looking for some more comfort. Also, since the 350 vs. 300 talk is alive and well, Keefer goes over the pros and cons of each.

ByKris KeeferDecember 20, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Gasgas Honda Husqvarna Kawasaki KTM Suzuki Yamaha

2023 250 MX Baseline Settings

Welcome to your one stop 2023 baseline suspension settings stop. These settings are intended to give you a “starting point” with your new 250F. This is not a one size fits all kind of setting, but I feel like I have ridden these bikes enough to figure out what can work for “most” of you.…

ByKris KeeferDecember 19, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Suzuki

Is The 2023 Suzuki RM-Z250 and RM-Z450 Worth Purchasing?

ByKris KeeferDecember 14, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Honda

2023 Honda CRF250RX/450RX First Impressions

Written By: Michael Allen When Kris invited me to come ride Honda’s latest off-road offerings I couldn’t say “yes” fast enough. I hadn’t ridden off-road in awhile and to be quite honest I need more trail riding/play riding in my life because for most of us that’s where it all started. Sometimes getting back to why…

ByKris KeeferDecember 13, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Keefer Tested Podcasts Suzuki

RMATVMC Keefer Tested Show #311: 2023 Suzuki RM-Z450/250 Talk

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/221213_keefer.mp3 Suzuki is still a viable option for some. We will break down if the 2023 Suzuki RM-Z450/250's dated technology is that big of a deal on the track and how much money is the right amount of money to spend on a new Suzuki.

ByKris KeeferDecember 10, 20220Comments

Bike Brands Honda Keefer Tested Podcasts

RMATVMC Keefer Tested Show #310: 2023 Honda CRF250RX/450RX First Impression/Johnny Campbell 30 Years Of American Honda

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/221112_keefer.mp3 Keefer talks about what it is like to ride the new 2023 Honda CRF250RX/450RX as well as who could these bikes be best for, how they handle moto/off-road and how off-road legend Johnny Campbell received a 30 year achievement award from American Honda.

ByKris KeeferDecember 7, 20220Comments

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