The 2024 Kawasaki KX450 in stock form isn’t a rocketship. In fact, it’s downright slow in the world of 450 mx machines. The airbox design is tight and the filter system leaves room for installation error as well as possibly letting some dirt into the intake. The filter on the stock cage also can concave…
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Riding several tires as well as compounds over the years, I like to write some of the optimal tire pressures every year that I felt worked the best in a variety of conditions. Here are some major brands and the pressures I have found worked the best. If you’re wondering what PSI to run in…
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…
Remember Slater Skins? Yeah, the Blue Buffalo Supercross Team that had the complete signage/coverings across their bikes was John Slater’s brainchild, but most recently he has started to offer air box covers for late model YZ-F’s that increase airflow. We all know more air equals more power, but how does it relate to the track?…
I have always been a crazy person for ergonomics which can involve lever placement, handlebar bend, grip compound, etc. I used to scour the pits hey year and ask a ton of mechanic which bar bend their rider prefers. I am sure they get SICK of answering these the of questions but I ask them…
The Pro Circuit Ti-6 Titanium Exhaust System is constructed of titanium throughout the head pipe, mid pipe, and canister while the end-cap is carbon fiber. I wanted the Ti-6 system because I wanted to lose a little weight as the this version of the “6s” allows me to shed almost two pounds off of the…
I am very picky when it comes to feel of the rider triangle so at times I like to give a specific product to a weekend warrior type rider to see if that product can be felt by the average guy who rides/races on the weekends. I understand that I am very sensitive to rider…
Do you got a 2024 Yamaha YZ250F and used to own a 2023 Yamaha YZ250F? Do you miss a little bit of that 23’ low end punch out of your 24’ YZ250F? If so, there is hope and that hope lies with Jamie at Twisted Development and their Air Boot Kit. Let’s break down the…
Aftermarket muffler manufacturers rejoice! The 2024 Kawasaki KX450 has A LOT of room for improvement with its muffler system. The stock muffler is choked up and makes the KX450 feel somewhat lethargic for a 450. Yes, I know what you’re thinking.. “Kris, it’s a 450, how much power do we actually need”? You would be…