2024 Suzuki RM-Z450 Off-Road Build Stage 1

December 11, 2023

Going Off-Road Story by Jeff Belknap, Photos by Trevor Hunter Here at DBT, we strive to do it a little differently from everyone else when we see an open void. We test bikes many would never touch, and we like … Continued


First Impression: 2024 Suzuki RM-Z450/RM-Z250

October 3, 2023

2024 Suzuki Intro Story by Jeff Belknap, Photos by Tyler Belknap Suzuki invited us out to Fox Raceway for their launch on the 2024 RM-Z models. First question everyone wants to know – did they add an E-start? Unfortunately, no … Continued


Suzuki RM Army Boot Camp Ride Day

June 1, 2023

Suzuki hosted us, other moto media, and the rest of the RM Army at Perris Raceway for the RM Army Boot Camp. Check out some highlights in the video below and check out the Boot Camp tour schedule HERE to … Continued


2023 RM-Z250 Off-Road Project Bike Update #2

May 24, 2023

Jeff Belknap breaks down the 2023 Suzuki RM-Z250 as a cost effective off-road racer in stage 2 of the build with AHM Factory Services suspension settings, an IMS tank, gearing, tires, and more. Do You Like DBT Bringing You Fresh … Continued


Ride Engineering Performance Link For Kawasaki

March 10, 2023

Ride Engineering makes an assortment of products for all bikes and they are one of few companies that put in a lot of testing time before going to production. Whether it’s their linkages, triple clamps, or any other products, they take the time to make it right rather than slapping a sticker on something and sending it off. The Performance Link for the Kawasaki is designed to lower the rear … Continued


Suzuki RM-Z250 Off-Road Build Stage 1

February 14, 2023

Jeff Belknap breaks down the 2023 Suzuki RM-Z250 as a cost effective off-road racer in stage 2 of the build with new AHM Factory Services suspension settings.


RACED: 2023 Suzuki RM-Z250 Off-Road Build Stage 1

February 1, 2023

RM-Z250 Off-Road Conversion Stage 1 Story by Jeff Belknap We brought our virtually stock 2023 RM-Z250 up to the opening round of the AMA National Grand Prix Championship in Delano, CA. The track scenery is truly amazing, featuring a seven … Continued


KTM Freeride E-XC Electric Supermini Riding Impression

December 26, 2022

Dirt First Racing’s Custom Electric KTM Supermini Story by Jett Lessing, Photos by Trevor Hunter To begin, I really enjoyed riding the bike. It was an interesting experience, and the outcome was nothing I expected. I’ve had previous experience with … Continued


First Ride: 2023 Suzuki RM-Z 250

December 23, 2022

Jeff Belknap and Logan Stupin quickly break down the 2023 Suzuki RM-Z250 after a brief day of riding the unchanged machine at Glen Helen Raceway. For a FULL Bike Test on the RM-Z 250 (unchanged since 2019), click HERE. Do … Continued