How do you get to have a Dirt Rider Long Haul Bike? Well you have to let you dad ride it all the time, bring it out any time we ask and look rad for photos, and leave the Jimmy
With sound, performance and durability all improved for the New Year, what more could there be? How about ease of use? If you want to change up the EFI settings, say for high humidity, loamy or sandy track conditions, then
Although relatively unchanged in recent years and fairly dated by today’s performance standards, the DR650 is still a darn popular bike. As a dual-purpose machine, the Suzuki’s ability to transition from the dirt to the asphalt has won over numerous
From spy photos posted in Internet forums to rumors that floated from track to track like tear-offs in the wind, there’s been a lot of buzz surrounding Husqvarna’s 2011 model lineup, and for good reason. This new product line marks
As the fascination and crazy newness of the 2010 Yamaha YZ450F wears off, the impression it is leaving on us is still as good as ever. About the only thing that has truly worn out is the shine on the
Kris Keefer On the chassis side of things KTM went all-out with a new frame and suspension setup, but it did not go to linkage on the two-stroke motocross bikes while the four-strokes did. Why? KTM feels two-strokes are about
FI is the future and Husaberg has it nailed. The FE has 99 percent flawless FI performance; the 449cc single with 11.8:1 compression pulls from a lower rpm than seems possible with a very linear and progressive power delivery all
If there was a bike that just keeps on giving and never asks for anything in return, it has been this Husaberg. Since we’ve had it, it has been the standby on any off-road ride we go on and the
New for 2010, the HJC CL-X6 comes to us with a more compact polycarbonate composite shell design that is claimed 150 grams (5.3 ounces) lighter than the model it replaces. In most of our helmet testing we found less weight
Until I tried the Jett J1 Lite boot I found molded plastic boots bulky, hot and lacking feel to the point that I couldn’t wear them effectively. The Jett boot is none of those things.The foot portion of the boot
Singly, drink systems and chest protectors are a couple of my favorite things. Wearing them together? No so much. At least until I found the Fly Racing Hydropack. The Hydropack’s compact design attaches to the back panel of any hard
REAL RIDER: DON KELLEY Age: 49 Height: 5′ 11″ Weight: 200 lb Ability: Serious trail rider Location: Los Angeles, CA Pro Moto Billet’s Fastway footpegs have a bunch of adjustments including the ability to choose a “lowboy” position that moves
Air filters are supposed to be oiled. But with the advances in chemical technology, some companies have gone away from “oils” to oil-like treatments that keep out the dirt, are claimed to be better for the environment and wash and
This Hitch Safe is so great it’s my vote for a Dirt Rider product of the year. Most everyone hides their vehicle keys while riding off-road, but those hiding places rely on the hope that there are too few people
If you want the roost deflection of a hand guard but hate the resulting obstruction of airflow, then Acerbis has gone all Formula One and louvered the heck out of its X-Force Hand Guard. As much of a styling exercise
7-8 AMA 1 podium (L to R):
Cobra’s Sean Hilbert with an armful of
“Do the Ride Thing” Contest Announcement Video
Cobra King 50 rider Lance Kobush (#99)
