Hard Parts

Frame Tape Review

I have never really had the best of luck with frame tape in the past. Although frame tape works really well, they typically only last one day at the track. I was determined to find something that was better than one ride, so I went searching the internet and ordered up a few different types…

ByKris KeeferMay 5, 20210Comments

Akrapovic Evolution Muffler (2021 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. Once hot, the titanium color of the headpipe is the most dynamic blue you will ever see from any muffler manufacturer, which just makes…

ByKris KeeferApril 27, 20210Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Performance Suspension

Dunlop MX12 Rear Tire (120/80-19)

Dunlop offers a wide variety of tires for us moto/off-road guys but you don’t see too many reviews of the MX12 scoop tire out there. I recently had the chance to try a 120/80-19 rear MX12 at a few different tracks that range from sand to intermediate terrain with the occasional hard pack afternoons at…

ByKris KeeferApril 21, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Honda KiT Suspension

Ride Engineering 23.5mm Offset Split Triple Clamps (2021 Honda CRF450R)

I have been looking for some added stability and comfort from my 2021 Honda CRF450R test machine since I got it and although my suspension setting has evolved/improved over time, I still need some compliancy from this machine. I have been working with Adrian over at Ride Engineering on some split triple clamps for over…

ByKris KeeferApril 14, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Exhaust Kawasaki KiT Performance

Yoshimura RS-12 Stainless Muffler System (2021 Kawasaki KX450)

The stock 2021 Kawasaki KX450 is pretty damn good machine, but that muffler looks atrocious right? We called up on Yoshimura to see if we can get a more attractive aftermarket muffler system that is actually better than the stock system. I will say that the stock KX450 muffler system works pretty damn well, but…

ByKris KeeferMarch 29, 20210Comments

Bolt-Ons Clutch KiT

ARC RC-8 Clutch Assembly With Aluminum Black Smooth Lever

I will admit that I am usually a stock perch/lever or a Works Connection Elite Perch/Lever kind of rider and although I have tried many different perch/lever set ups those are the two that I normally gravitate towards or back to. I have tested a lot of combos and have come to the conclusion that…

ByKris KeeferMarch 8, 20210Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT

Fasst Company Rear Brake Return Spring

Something that I have been using and quite frankly have forgotten to tell you guys about is the Fasst Co Rear brake Return Spring. Are you breaking rear brake pedal springs on a KTM or Yamaha? I seem to do this every few hours, so I decided to try out Fasst Company’s Rear brake Return…

ByKris KeeferMarch 3, 20210Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Suspension

Works Connection Pro Launch Device

Works Connection had an older start device that used the old school spring and plunger design, but now have since gone to a magnetic locking system on the Pro Launch device. This has been in circulation for a few years now and is one of the most no fuss systems on the market. It’s so…

ByKris KeeferFebruary 28, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Exhaust Honda KiT Performance

FMF 4.1 RCT Muffler System (2020-2021 Honda CRF250R)

The 2020-2021 Honda CRF250R chassis is one of the most fun to ride in the 250 class, with its easy to corner nature as well as a great suspension package. However, Honda focused a lot of their engine R&D on peak horsepower and not torque, which to me the CRF250R lacks the most of. When…

ByKris KeeferFebruary 10, 20210Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Exhaust KiT KTM Performance

HGS Exhaust System For 2021 KTM 250 SX-F

Something that most riders (including me) may not see a lot of in the states is HGS exhaust systems. HGS is a Netherlands based company that has been making exhausts since the early 90s and are mostly popular among European club riders and of course many factory supported MXGP teams. I had the chance to…

ByKris KeeferFebruary 8, 20210Comments

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