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2020 Suzuki RM-Z250 Test

No Suzuki didn't change anything on the RM-Z 250 in 2020, but that doesn't stop me from giving you some on track testing info on what it’s like to ride. I recently picked up my 2020 RM-Z 250 test bike and went out to a few tracks to get a re-fresher course on what it’s…

ByKris KeeferOctober 16, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Honda Husqvarna Kawasaki KiT KTM Motocross

2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout “The Podium”

As long as I can remember, shootouts have been a staple in our industry. I remember being an 11 year old kid reading about the 1987 80cc Shootout in Dirt Rider Magazine and then proceeding to ask my dad for a Honda CR80 because it was the winner. Little did I know that just because…

ByKris KeeferOctober 6, 20190Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Fox FlexAir Pant And Jersey

When it comes to riding gear there are only a few sets of gear that I really look forward to wearing day in and day out. I ride anywhere between 5-6 days a week and the gear that I wear must hold up over several hours of riding time, have enough stretch materials so I…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 30, 20190Comments

Garage KiT Trackside

OGIO Adrenaline VRT Gear Bag

There are a few off the bike pieces that are essential to me and my testing program. One of those things is a gear bag that fits all of my crap and isn't a huge/heavy monstrosity. I have used and gone through just about every gear bag imaginable, but only a couple have really held…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 25, 20190Comments

KiT Performance Tires

Dunlop MX53 Tire Review

Dunlop recently introduced their new MX53 intermediate to hard terrain tires last week to the media at Perris Raceway. I was excited about the new tire from Dunlop because quite frankly there hasn't been an intermediate to hard terrain tire that I have been over the moon about in a very long time. I usually…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 23, 20190Comments

Bike Brands KiT Motocross Yamaha

2020 Yamaha YZ450F Start Up/Baseline Settings/Tips/Tricks

The Yamaha YZ450F is winning a lot of shootouts this year with it’s completely redesigned frame and engine layout as well as a stiffer suspension package that makes the bLU cRU ride a race-ier type of machine. I am fan of machines that are fun to ride as well as make me want to ride…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 18, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Honda KiT Motocross

2020 Honda CRF450R Start Up/Baseline Settings/Tips/Tricks

The Honda CRF450R has only minimal changes for 2020, but that doesn't mean all the settings roll over from the 2019 version. Yes, some of the tips/tricks will remain the same from your 2019 Honda CRF450R, but we have come up with a couple new tricks since the 2019 model was released. With the new…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 16, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Motocross

2020 Husqvarna FC250 Start Up/Baseline Settings/Tips/Tricks

I had the chance to spend some extra time on the 2020 FC250 and managed to try several settings to see which direction could be the correct way for you Husqvarna owners. Here are a few baseline settings you can try to get more comfort out on the track. Suspension: For 2020 the Husqvarna theme…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 12, 20190Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT

Acerbis X Grip Frame Guards

When I received a pair of Acerbis X Grip Frame Guards I wasn't exactly going bananas with putting them on ASAP. I mean come on! They're frame guards and the KTM 450 SX-F already comes with a set stock. After I managed to wear the stock ones down in 8.2 hours however I installed the…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 10, 20190Comments

Bike Brands KiT KTM Motocross

2020 KTM 450 SX-F Start Up/Baseline Settings/Tips

The 2020 KTM 450 SX-F came to us with only minimal changes from the 2019 version, but since then we have gained some more knowledge because I have spent so much time on the 450 SX-F. Here are some baseline settings, suggestions, as well as some tips/modifications you can do to help increase the comfort…

ByKris KeeferSeptember 6, 20190Comments

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