If you're lucky to live and play near a trail system (or have your own Motocross track built on your backyard!) then tying down your dirt bike for a trip away from home isn't so much of an issue. But, since heaven must wait for...
Continue readingA well lubricated chain makes for an outstanding ride day and also extends the life of the chain and sprockets. But well-lubricated means more than an adequate coating. You may have heard through backyard stories or perhaps have one yourself of...
Continue readingNothing raises the ire faster of a rider than a dirt bike that refuses to start after a mid-moto crash or stall. That's actually the genesis of a number of new swear words you hear on the track today. Thanks to the modern adaptation of fuel...
Continue readingIf you're like every red blooded American who doesn't work for the government you probably pinch pennies, look for ways to save some dimes and make your dollar stretch as far as possible, and not just on personal income either....
Continue readingThe flat tire. A dreaded inconvenience, at best; the end of your Moto, at worst. It happens. Less so on a Motocross or Supercross track though it's not out of the ordinary. Usually, the enduro or off road rider encounters...
Continue readingTraining and hitting the weights to get in shape for riding Motocross does not include hoisting your 200 pound-plus dirt bike onto a stand solely using muscle and grit. There's a better way and several methods exist....
Continue readingLearning throttle control on your dirt bike is one of the trickiest parts to successful riding whether you're on the track or trail. Combine that with the clutch and brake system you see why it takes long hours and hard work to just finish a race....
Continue readingA broken chain can ruin your whole day. Your best outcome to breaking the drive chain on your dirt bike is, well, a broken chain. The worst? How about a damaged crankcase. Or how about the chain whipping you in the back as you blaze down the...
Continue readingPhoto by: Ken Hill Motocross isn't just for 2-wheelers. It should be no surprise that a growing movement in racing involves ATV riders. The Mtn. Dew ATV MX National Championship held its first ever ATV Supercross race at...
Continue readingIn the winter, the sweet pitch of braaaaap can slowly change to the teeth chattering sound of burrrrrr. A bad day of dirt bike riding is always better than your best day at work, right? But when it's cold to the point of pain and you can barely...
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