Kris Keefer

2020 Suzuki RM-Z250/450 Photos/Specs

RM-Z450 // Exceptional handling from the light aluminum frame and swingarm // Fuel-injected engine delivers excellent throttle response and strong peak power // Showa coil spring fork and a BFRC shock that has new spring rates and settings // The advanced S-HAC and traction management systems help you take the lead // Aggressive styling blends rider-friendly ergonomics…

ByKris KeeferMay 23, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons Honda KiT Performance Suspension

X-Trig Rocs Pro Clamps (2019 Honda CRF450R)

I have been getting ready for the first two AMA outdoor nationals and knew that I was going to be running an aftermarket triple clamps and those clamps would be X-Trig. Since my practice bike was my test bike, I thought it would be beneficial to get a set of X-Trig clamps to ride/test with…

ByKris KeeferMay 15, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna Kawasaki KiT KTM Motocross Suzuki Yamaha

2019 450/250 MX Gearing Specs

I have spent (as well as the Keefer Inc. Test Riders) a lot of time testing gearing on each machine on several different types of tracks. We did our evaluations on tight clay based tracks to flowing sandier based type courses. Since the word “gearing” is in the subject line in a lot of my…

ByKris KeeferMay 10, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Honda KiT News

Honda Introduces 2020 Lineup

Honda Announces 2020 Dirt Bikes Performance updates to CRF250R highlight extensive CRF lineup TORRANCE, Calif. (May 7, 2019) – From the fire-breathing, high-flying CRF450RWE all the way down to the friendly, cute CRF50F, Honda’s off-road motorcycle lineup is the most all-encompassing and versatile on the powersports market, a fact that was driven home when American…

ByKris KeeferMay 7, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT News

Husqvarna Announces 2020 MX And Off-Road Line Up

Husqvarna Motorcycles offer a complete line-up of five advanced 2-stroke and 4-stroke full-size motocross bikes. For MY20 the pioneering European manufacturer continues to push the technical development of each model in its premium motocross range. Offering leading on-track performance, all five TC and FC machines combine cutting-edge technology with unparalleled attention to detail. In addition…

ByKris KeeferApril 30, 20190Comments

Bike Brands KiT KTM News

KTM Introduces Their 2020 SX And Cross Country Lineup

THE NEW KTM SX AND CROSS-COUNTRY RANGE IS OUT NOW! The world-beating KTM SX motocross range just got better. From the junior KTM 50 SX right up to the KTM 450 SX-F powerhouse, the model year 2020 KTM SX lineup, which will be arriving in North American dealers soon, has received refinements and performance updates…

ByKris KeeferApril 30, 20190Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Fly Racing Women’s Lite Gear

Editors Note: Jeannine Labbe and I have emailed back and forth for sometime and she recently reached out to see if I would like a women’s opinion on a few things. As I take pride in being a well rounded testing site, I agreed to let her evaluate a set of Women’s gear for all…

ByKris KeeferApril 29, 20190Comments

Garage KiT Trackside

Risk Racing ATS Adjustable Magnetic Stand

Matthes walked through my shop the other day and said “Keefer, you need more stands” with a lot of sarcasm in his voice. Yes, I have a lot of stands Steve, but I also have a lot of bikes in the shop as well. The tough part is to get a stand that works for…

ByKris KeeferApril 25, 20190Comments

Bolt-Ons KiT Performance

Pro Taper Fuzion Handlebar

The Pro Taper Fuzion handlebar has been around for a while now and was a totally new concept to the off-road world (for crossbar lovers) when it was released a few years ago. The flex/locking system allows riders to choose between a stiffer/more controlled handlebar feel or a softer more shock absorbing feel depending on…

ByKris KeeferApril 21, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Motocross

Top 5 Mods For The 2018.5-2019.5 Husqvarna FC450/Rockstar Editon

Not everyone wants to “add” parts to their new dirt bikes, which is fine, but for those that must tinker, we put together a “Top 5” must haves that we would recommend. We will be doing these “Top 5” articles with all of the new 450F/250F machines and will be splitting the information up between…

ByKris KeeferApril 8, 20190Comments

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