2015 KTM 250 XC-F

April 3, 2015

KTM’s 250 XC-F is built specifically as an off-road racing machine for closed course such as GNCC, GPs or Hare Scrambles type races. It is based off the SX motocrosser with only the proper modifications that set the bike apart for off-road. And these changes are things that are not the easiest to do if you were trying to convert a motocross bike–specifically the six-speed transmission. But having the larger … Continued


2015 KTM 250 XC-F–Erek Kudla

April 1, 2015

After riding and racing the YZFX for the past few weeks I was really looking forward to riding the 2015 KTM 250 XC-F, the bike that the FX is in direct competition with. The very first thing I noticed when … Continued


2015 Kawasaki KX450F

March 24, 2015

Over the past five years if there has been a bike that dominated the press with great reviews and wins in shootout or comparison tests, it has been the Kawasaki KX450F. Rightly so. The bike has always had a powerful and potent motor wrapped in a chassis that was comfortable and familiar. Kawasaki has suspension settings that agreed with a wide range of riders and a handling character that was … Continued


Rottweiler Intake Kit

March 18, 2015

Rottweiler has been specializing in KTM twin cylinder performance parts in the recent past and has developed an intake system that eliminates the restrictive stock airbox and air filter element and replaces it with a large open-foam filter that covers the carbs or throttle bodies. The kits claim some very significant horsepower gains (8-12 HP on the KTM 950) as well as increased fuel mileage. Even more significant is the … Continued


Jimmy Rigged #6– 10-Years Of The KTM 250cc Four-Stroke

March 18, 2015

10 Years (or more) of the KTM 250 Four-Stroke Ever look out in the future and wonder where bikes will be in ten or so years? I do this often and in the present I wonder how good bikes can … Continued


Trail Tech Motorcycle Kickstand

March 3, 2015

Trail Tech kickstands are built  in the USA for most current Enduro and MX style motorcycles. Attached to the bike with a high strength chromoly mounting bracket, the arm is a light weight, high strength forged aluminum piece with an aluminum reenforced high impact nylon foot at base of stand. The finish is a black ceramic coating. Each one is a custom designed for exact model fit using existing mounting … Continued


2015 Yamaha YZ250 FX Update

February 25, 2015

Taking the Bike from the Floor to the Races After nearly 50 hours, lots of test riders, lots of miles working King of the Motos, an Enduro, a Desert Scramble and a few more hours marking courses we’ve got an … Continued


Jimmy Rigged #5–It’s Just Riding.

February 25, 2015

The other day someone got a glimpse at my computer home screen and laughed, “What is all that crap!?!” My laptop’s monitor crammed with icons so there literally isn’t any room left. “I’ve got to organize that, yea.” We were … Continued


Trials Tire Comparison–In the works.

February 20, 2015

One of the projects we are currently working on is individual testing of the current crop of Trials tires with an emphasis on trail riding. Recently there’s been some new tires coming into the market while some of the old … Continued


New Excel A60 Rims

February 20, 2015

Excel is a manufacturer well known for their extremely high quality rims and wheel components. The new Excel A60 rims are structurally 15% stronger than current Excel Takasago Signature Series Rims and are designed and engineered for top professionals and aggressive riders. Made in Japan out of series 7000 aluminum, these rims are made for harsh terrain and abusive riding. This rim is also designed with a new v-curve profile that … Continued