By Dallas Dunn:
I’ve been helping out Keefer with photography content for some time now, but I’ve been wanting to get more into the testing side of things so Kris has gave me the opportunity to ride the 2020 Suzuki RM-Z450 test bike for the year, so the first mod for this bike was going…
Performance
We recently received the 2020.5 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition and after dissecting it for a few weeks, we thought we would test a couple different muffler systems on it. We wanted to see if we could improve upon the KTM Factory Edition’s delivery. The KTM comes with an Akrapovic slip on we thought since…
I have tried links in the past on previous generation YZ450F’s with less than stellar results, but since Yamaha changed the frame on the 2020 machine, I thought I would revisit a link to see if it helps improves the Yamaha’s feel around the track.
Pro Circuit's linkage arms are CNC-machined from billet aluminum and…
The Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition comes standard with the Husqvarna Technical Accessories Adjustable Factory Triple Clamp. If you’re riding a standard FC450 these clamps adjustable clamps are available through your local Husqvarna dealer for $599.99. The adjustable clamp comes standard at a 22mm offset but can also be moved to a 20mm offset as…
My son loves riding his 2020 KTM 125SX, but comments all the time on how he feels like the KTM sits taller than his Yamaha YZ125. When I watch him ride I notice that the rear end of his 125SX kicks him in his ass when hitting braking bumps and when that happens, it makes…
The new 2020.5 KTM Factory Edition and Husqvarna Rockstar Edition come with updated SKF seals in the linkage for less friction and actually do make a little difference on the track. With the updated linkage seals the rear of these new 2020.5 bikes feel freer and give less harshness to the back of the bike…
For over 10 years the YZ125 engine has remained the same. At one time it was the best 125cc engine around, but in recent years that award has gone to KTM/Husqvarna. KTM and Husqvarna’s latest 125cc engines have a wider powerband and is simply more exciting everywhere on the track. Compared to the KTM and…
Written/Tested By: Michael Allen
It’s no secret that the YZ250F is one of, if not the best 250F in the class for 2020. One of the things that makes the YZ stand out is the raw amount of torque it produces compared to the other bikes in the class. Some of the other bikes may…
If you want to get rid of the somewhat janky stock air filter cage system of the 2018-2020 YZ450F, go with the Twin Air Power Flow Filter Kit. To me the Twin Air YZ450F PowerFlow kit is the best all-around filter system for the YZ450F airbox. Why? With this kit, Twin Air replaces the stock…
When deciding to spend a few thousand extra dollars on suspension for your ten thousand dollar KTM/Husqvarna, you want to know if it’s going to make a difference immediately. Is it going to make me a better rider? Will I be able to ride faster with it? Do the WP’s XACT Pro Components that much…