Not everyone has the money to go purchase race fuel for their dirt bike. High end race fuel is something that maybe only a few serious racers really want. I can relate and understand this. That shouldn’t deter other motocross media testing outlets away from testing such fuels, but it seems like you can’t find…
Here are two sets of maps to try on your 2021-2022 Kawasaki KX450. The Chavez map will help the jerky throttle response from 0-10% throttle opening and give you increased mid range power. The smooth map will help rear wheel traction on slippery hard pack tracks.
Smooth Map:
Chavez Map:
Here is a map that should be tried with the black coupler. This map will increase pulling power out of area 3 of corners as well as give you more mid-top end stretch in 2-3rd gears.
We have come across a couple more maps that we thought worked well in the 2020-2021 YZ450F. These maps feel completely different from each other, but if you’re looking to change your engine character a little, try either one of these maps for your desired delivery.
Smooth out the herky/jerky low end feel when rolling…
A Bit of Information About Aviation Fuel
Aviation Fuel has been used as a low-cost substitute for high octane fuels for decades. This was more common in the hay days of 2 strokes, due to higher probability of detonation, and thus the change to 4 strokes has seen a decline in the popularity of “aviation…
If you're on a budget and are happy with your pump fuel, just continue on with your day and don’t worry about this review. There is nothing wrong with pump fuel (unless you’re from California then you have ethanol problems). However if you do have some extra cash and want to see an improvement in…
If you have a 2018 Kawasaki KX450F and have the Kawasaki Calibration Tool you are in luck! Why? Because we have three maps you Team Green riders can try. Choose from Less Engine Braking, Less De-Cel Pop and Increased Torque Feel. Enjoy!
Less De-Cel Pop Map.
Less Engine Braking Map.
Increased Torque Feeling Map.
A Safe And Collapsible Way To Carry Extra Fuel
By Seiji Ishii
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Carrying extra fuel during adventure and dual-sport rides in remote areas has historically been inconvenient and sketchy. The tried and true repurposed Gatorade bottle works fine, as long as the full bottle isn’t put under any pressure, which can make the…