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FCP Engine Mounts: 2023 YZ450F

I believe in aftermarket engine mounts when they are needed and to me (yes, this is an opinion) last year’s 2022 YZ450F didn’t need aftermarket engine mounts. However, when I swung my leg over the 2023 YZ450F, I thought this chassis could use some sort of engine mount to help with some stiffness that I…

ByKris KeeferApril 24, 20230Comments

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2023 Yamaha YZ450F Optional Yamaha Power Tuner Maps

I have been tinkering with maps lately on the 2023 Yamaha YZ450F and have come up with a couple new maps good for race day. The Keefer Race map is great for second motos and the Keefer Connection Torque is a map is a map I use for first motos. Either one of these will…

ByKris KeeferApril 23, 20230Comments

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RMATVMC Keefer Tested Show #327: Living With The 2023 Yamaha YZ450F At 72 Hours

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/230411_keefer.mp3 Get the scoop on what went wrong, what went right and all the mods we have tried that work/don't work on the new bLU cRU machine right here!

ByKris KeeferApril 12, 20230Comments

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2023 Handlebar Bend Spec/Recommendations

When it comes to handlebars, it is very particular between each rider. However, I have and still am a big pain in the butt with a rider triangle. The height, width, rise, and position is very important to me between each bike that I test/ride. I find that you can’t run the same handlebar bend…

ByKris KeeferMarch 27, 20230Comments

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Show #324: 2023 250 MX Non Shootout

http://media.blubrry.com/keefer_tested/pulpmx.com/podcasts/220321_keefer.mp3 Get the straight scoop about each 2023 250 MX machine and who each could be for. We will also break down our own favorites as well as some behind the scenes aspects of shootouts that we like and don't like.

ByKris KeeferMarch 22, 20230Comments

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Akrapovic Evolution Muffler System (2023 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. The change of shape in the Evolution muffler might take some getting used to but to me, it is one of the most under…

ByKris KeeferMarch 6, 20230Comments

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The Weekend Race Set Up (2023 Yamaha YZ450F)

Kris Keefer (Mammoth Qualifier) Track: Glen Helen Raceway 2/13/23 Terrain: Sandy top soil AM with hard pack in PM Start: Dirt Avg Lap Time: 1:47 Total Number Of Motos: 4 motos (Four 5-6 lap motos) Weight At Time Of Race: 175 pounds w/o gear 2023 Yamaha YZ450F: …

ByKris KeeferFebruary 13, 20230Comments

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Dissecting Phil Nicoletti’s Muc-Off/Club MX Yamaha YZ250F

ByKris KeeferFebruary 1, 20230Comments

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Inside Haiden Deegan’s Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha

ByKris KeeferJanuary 30, 20230Comments

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Parts That I Have Tried, That Work (2023 Yamaha YZ450F Edition)

Since I test so many different parts on so many different bikes, I thought I would produce an article that gives you a few aftermarket parts that actually work. Over the next few months you can find, "Parts That I Have Tried, That Work, articles on all different types of bikes right here! I have…

ByKris KeeferJanuary 25, 20230Comments

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