Klim/DBT “Show Us Your Junk” Ride Pack Challenge

June 3, 2020

Learn and Win! Dirt Bike Test has partnered with Klim to give you a little trip through our riding packs. All to share and help others with some packing and prepping advice–through good old fashioned crowd sourcing. Someone will also … Continued


Grant Langston Rides: 2019 vs 2020 Yamaha YZ450F

May 20, 2020

Former Supercross, Motocross and Supermoto Champion still can lay down some fast laps. Although he spends most of his time behind a mic for the AMA Motocross Nationals or The Whiskey Throttle Show, not to mention also owner/manager at Langston … Continued


KTM/Husqvarna Power Valve Cover Oil Leak Solution

May 19, 2020

If your KTM 2-stroke (250 or 300) looks like it sprung an oil leak out the side of the cylinder, behind the expansion chamber, you are not alone. This is a pretty common issue and really does little harm. Other … Continued


2020 KTM 250 XC-F Project Bike

May 19, 2020

Building A Modern Day Racer Story by Trevor Hunter, Photos by Trevor Hunter/Tyler Belknap/Brandork Photography KTM’s mantra has long been “Ready To Race”, and while their 2020 250 XC-F is quite capable in stock trim, we set out to build … Continued


Works Connection Elite Axle Blocks For KTM/Husqvarna

May 18, 2020

Contrary to most other bikes, stock KTM/Husky axle blocks come with a fixed design on the chain side. Works Connection sought to make it more of a traditional design by making aftermarket blocks that are free floating. You have to remove the stock block and install a titanium receiver to act as the “square fitting” of a traditional axle. WC claims they improve handling and traction on the tracks and … Continued


2020 KTM 390 Adventure Bike Test Videos

April 15, 2020

Here are our short and long video tests of the 2020 KTM 390 Adventure We will have a full written test shortly when we get some more information and additional miles on this smaller-sized adventure machine. Video and photos: Image … Continued


2020 Honda CRF 250L Rally

April 7, 2020

The 2020 Honda CRF 250L Rally is the brand’s take on a small-displacement adventure, mostly unchanged from its 2012 introduction. According to Honda, this bike is ready for anything and will perform well whether it’s on a night out on the town, or an exploration camping trip off-road. They boast a long-travel suspension setup, Dakar styling, and more fuel capacity. Here at Dirt Bike Test, we like to put claims … Continued


Klim PowerXross Pullover

April 3, 2020

Made from a Gore-Tex Performance shell with 3M Scotchlite Carbon Black Reflective insets and YKK zippers, the Klim PowerXross Pullover is a snow or winter sports item that crosses over well into moto use. It is guaranteed to keep you dry with a lightweight shell that boasts, using a moisture wicking liner and giving maximum mobility. Being a pullover is has a generous upper front and a side zipper to … Continued


2020 Husqvarna FE 501s Dual Sport: My first impression test

March 15, 2020

2020 Husqvarna FE 501s Dual-Sport: My First Impression Test By Scott Hoffman, Photos, Jana Bond and Jim Carley It’s been a little while since I’ve been able to spend more than a day or two with a specific dual-sport test … Continued


First Impression: 2020.5 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition and PODCAST

March 4, 2020

Factory At Your Fingertips Story by Trevor Hunter, Photos by Trevor Hunter/Jimmy Lewis/Scott Hoffman They say to save the best for last, and that’s exactly what KTM and Husqvarna did with their 2020.5 Factory and Rockstar Edition models. We got … Continued