2018 Alta Motors RedShift MXR
Overall Review
It's truly amazing how far the Alta crew has come since we saw its predecessor, BRD, and then the first version of the Alta at the AIMExpo in 2014. While there's been a few electric motocross-based offerings on the market, the Redshift MX really stands out as the first one to be comparable and even competitive when compared to the current internal combustion offerings that we're used to. Beyond that they've kicked off 2018 with a big jump in performance as they launched a new race-focused model
2018 Yamaha YZ65
Overall Review
Vital MX: The rumors have proven true, Yamaha has stepped their game up by opening up their product range with a YZ65, giving them a more complete motocross lineup. Below you'll find a quick chat with Yamaha's Mike Ulrish, along with a launch video from the brand, and the tech specs with the press release. 2018 Yamaha YZ65 Tech Brief Video Technical Specs: Engine Displacement - 64.8cc Bore x Stroke - 43.5mm x 43.6mm Compression Ratio - 8.1~9.1:1 Fuel System - Keihin® PWK28 carburetor
Asterisk Cell Knee Braces
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Tested: Asterisk Cell Knee Braces
Overall Review
A pair of Asterisk knee braces is where it all started for me. Back when I was 14 and just moving up to full-sized bikes, I had a minor knee injury and my parents decided to step up my knee protection. I attempted to get my insurance to buck up for a pair of custom CTIs, to be one of the cool kids, but that didn't work...so off to Chaparral Motorsports we went to try on anything we could get our hands on. I walked out with a pair of Asterisk and those initial braces survived a lot; around three
Asterisk Cell Knee Braces
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2018 Alta Motors RedShift MXR
Overall Review
Vital MX: On the heels of announcing a massive price reduction on their existing lineup of RedShift models for 2018, including $4500 off the MX model, Alta has released a top-of-the-line version called the MXR. The main updates focus around the battery pack and drive motor, producing 50 horsepower and 147 foot pounds of torque, up eight hp and 27 ftlbs over the prior model. Beyond that, a switch from WP's 4CS to AER 48 air fork along with shock updates are focused around improving the ride of
Fastway Evolution 4 Footpegs
Overall Review
We get some pretty cool products to try but some are just a bit cooler than others. One of the latest things to land on our desk was Fastway's Evolution 4 Footpegs, and we're going to give them a quick moment in the spotlight. The Evo 4 is the latest in Fastway's Evolution line and is produced from stainless steel, plus it measure in at 3.50 inches from front-to-back and 2.25 inches wide. Updates from the Evo 3 are mostly focused around the shape and size, giving it a more rounded/moto
2018 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition
Overall Review
Every few years, KTM gives us a Factory Edition that's a bit more special then the rest. Check out our thoughts on the latest version, the 2018 450 SX-F Factory Edition. Any questions about our opinions or thoughts on the bike? Hit us with a question in the comment section below.
Yoshimura RS-9T Honda CRF250R Dual System
Overall Review
Honda's 2018 CRF250R followed in the footsteps of the highly-anticipated CRF450R redo from the prior year. However, as we soon found out during our First Look testing, and even more during the Shootout, the newest CRF has an amazing chassis and great balance...but is lacking a bit in the motor department for the first year. Most notably there's a lack of roll-on power and torque needed to get the bike up and going at lower revs. Once things are wound up though, the bike is a blast...it just
Yoshimura RS-9T Honda CRF250R Dual System
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Fastway Air EXP Ankle-Savers Footpegs
Anklesaver.com
The Good
I can't say anything good
The Bad
I ordered the ankle saver classics from ankle savers website a week ago, I have yet to receive any sort of confirmation. I have sent 3 emails via the contact on their website and have had no response there either, all that has happend is them taking money from my credit card
Overall Review
Overall I would not recommend you buy directly from ankle savers.I can' give 0 stars or I would.
Fastway Air EXP Ankle-Savers Footpegs
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Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale
The Good
easy to use
The Bad
needs protective case for transport in a tool box
Overall Review
Bought one of these six months ago because I couldn't get my wife to come out to the garage and hold up my bike with me on it AND hold a tape measure to set my sag. After using this thing it becomes apparent how important sag settings are, and how easily they can change from one day to the next because of constantly changing rider weight (lunch) or bike weight (mud). I take this and my WP preload ring wrench to the track with me every practice and race day, and for my KTM there is a significant
Motool Slacker Digital Sag Scale
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2018 Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition
Overall Review
It's been quite a few years since KTM dropped their first Factory Edition bike, allowing Ryan Dungey to lineup at Anaheim 1 on an all-new machine. Now Husqvarna has the same opportunity so Dean Wilson and Jason Anderson can go to the first race of the year with the latest equipment beneath them. Click play to hear our thoughts on the FC 450 Rockstar Edition. The latest generation 450 from Husky isn't a total overhaul but visually it's quite different. An all-new frame, coupled with an updated