Written By: Michael Allen (AKA Janky Mike)
It’s been quite some time since I’ve been able to ride and enjoy an off-road specific motorcycle and if you listened to the podcast Kris and I did this summer you’ll understand a little better why that is. I’m now back to a point in my life where I…
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For 2024, most of the 450 MX’ers have NOT changed, Kawasaki is the only manufacturer that came to the table with a new model. However, that doesn’t mean some of these clicker settings haven’t evolved on the model(s) that have zero changes. For the other machines that have changed we have created some new baseline…
There is plenty of 2024 KX450 content out there to digest but just in case you want to break it down a little further, in more simpler terms, here are some “quick hit” topics you need to know about Kawasaki’s new offering. We try to get to the point and hopefully steer you in the…
If you're looking for a little more low end torque feel as well as mid range pull try this Cha 24 map. No IG changes with this map, just Fuel. This map was ridden with airbox grommet removed. -KK
http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/231115_keefer.mp3
Keefer breaks down all things new 2024 KX450 and gives you some extra pieces of knowledge that may help you when possibly purchasing the new Kawasaki. Chassis info, engine talk as well as suspension secrets are all within this show!
Hybrid moto/off-road machines are more common as the years roll by and sometimes, just sometimes, these hybrid machines are better than the Moto machines that the manufacturers are selling. A little softer, more forgiving and they even come with a kickstand! The 2023 KX450X hasn’t gone under any dramatic changes since its inception but with…
Due to the high success rate of the MW1 linkage for the past generation models there has been much pressure for the release of the new linkage system for the new Austrian platforms. This was something that could not be rushed, as Mark and the crew over at REP wanted to make it correct. Not…
http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/231027_keefer.mp3
Keefer dives into the 2024 Yamaha YZ450F and brings in long time friend David Martinez on why he chose the 24 YZ450F for his new bike of choice. Keefer also will break down tips, tricks, mods, durability issues/strengths as well as a lot more that you may not expect from this episode.
http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/231020_keefer.mp3
Can you make your WP AER fork as good as a drop in spring kit or Cone Valve by just re-valving it? Can you make a stock WP shock as good as a Trax by just re-valving it? Is a linkage needed on Austrian bikes? Get the information you want on this episode!