A clear field of vision is about as essential in motocross as a parachute is in skydiving. Because of this, the major goggle companies are continually looking for better ways to make sure that riders get the best possible performance
Sometimes crazy claims are backed up. Supersprox Stealth sprocket ($79.95) is one that lives up to the marketing promises. Typically I go through one aluminum sprocket a year on my XR400, sooner if I ride the bike a lot in
Most helmets are full-featured these days. Even the low-end units have removable padding, venting and cool graphics and colors. Helmets have a tough outer shell and a softer, crushable inner shell. In simplest terms, the inner shell is most of
I use flag-style hand guards like these because roost hurts and I really like my fingers. I generally bust off a couple pairs during the year and have grown accustomed to running at least one sad, lonely and bent guard
Although the KTM XC and XC-W tanks are large, sometimes you just need more fuel; say to get a lot closer to the 70-mile range. KTM totally has you covered with options that range from only slightly larger than stock
For years I’ve read about riders pulling the insoles from their running shoes and putting them in their riding boots. These Shock Doctor insoles are the first I’ve tried specifically for dirt riding.The insoles have multiple layers and portions are
Factory ConnectionYamaha WR450F Suspension RevalveSometimes just one mod can transform a bike, and for the Yamaha WR450, we’ve found it. In preparation for our 2009 450cc Off-Road Shootout we had Factory Connection revalve the suspension on our otherwise very stock
AlpinestarsComp Pro ShortI used to switch back and forth between riding in cotton underwear and bicycle shorts. Cotton gets wet with sweat, which can lead to monkey butt. Bicycle shorts are hot and the tight fit can get uncomfortable during
RekluseCore Clutch With EXP TechnologyRekluse has been viewed as an off-road product company catering to trail riders, even though some pretty high-level enduro racers are not afraid to run the auto-clutches, despite fear of ridicule from fellow riders. Some motocrossers
When you get a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, having the equipment to successfully change it is fantastic. Carrying that equipment while you ride is a pain in the back or butt-literally.The crew at Aerostich is made up
I had no problem finding the time to watch this DVD, or finding the motivation to show it to friends.This is good stuff with profiles of 12 champions on one DVD, and riding tips from each of the current racers
I’ve ridden works motocross bikes from every brand and most championship off-road bikes, and after the works suspension, the brakes are the most impressive part of such bikes. The same is true visually.As I scope out the works supercross weapons
Until recently I wasn’t a big fan of skid plates. I’m used to them being somewhat heavy and, most importantly, loud. Metal skid plates can amplify or redirect sound that can make an otherwise conforming off-road bike fail a sound
There is a lot of controversy and differing opinions about the ability of the Leatt-Brace to prevent neck injuries. You will have to make up your own mind about the efficacy of the brace. I’m not going to try and
Though we have not specifically had clutch issues with our 2009 Honda CRF450R, there are plenty of owners who seem to have them. These problems seem to center on riders who tend to abuse clutches in the first place, and
Honda unveiled the Honda 2012 CRF150R. Carson
If I could ride naked I would.
Lately I’ve been riding the super mini
The Lead Law is finally out of
