Michael Allen – Keefer, Inc. Tested

2027 Ducati Desmo 450 EDS — First Ride Review

Written By: Michael Allen Since getting started in the motorcycle industry in 2010 as a test rider, I’ve been lucky enough to ride a variety of two-wheeled motorized machines, everything from e-bikes to adventure touring bikes and seemingly everything in between. While they have all been amazing experiences, I have always yearned to try something a…

ByMichael AllenOctober 13, 20260Comments

Thor Terrain Off-Road Pant And Jersey

Although I ride year around, winter in Southern California is my favorite time of year because it means wet dirt, awesome traction, and prime trails. To me there’s nothing better than taking off from the truck on a cold morning into the unknown of a good trail ride. This time of year also gives me…

ByMichael AllenFebruary 16, 20210Comments

Gear Goggles KiT Protection

On My Own Dime: Scott Prospect Roll Off System

Written By: Michael Allen Although I am an off-road guy through and through, living on the west coast doesn’t exactly give my inner Scott Summers many opportunities to splash around in the mud. It almost never fails that we get some showers throughout winter, but it’s pretty rare that we get a full on storm that…

ByMichael AllenDecember 20, 20200Comments

Gear KiT Protection

On My Own Dime (Leatt Knee Brace Pant)

By Michael Allen: Seeing as I’ve been helping Keefer Inc. since 2017 it should be no surprise that most of the things I use for my hobby are either test items that in lieu of paying money for, I get to write reviews on. I am super grateful that I have this opportunity (as is…

ByMichael AllenSeptember 30, 20200Comments

Bike Brands KiT Off-Road Yamaha

2020 Yamaha YZ250FX Review/Baseline Suspension Settings

Written By: Michael Allen Just like a long lost love or relationship there usually is a certain machine that you will have throughout your life that was your “high school sweetheart”, one that was “quirky, but fun” or maybe it was “the one that got away”. For me, ever since I went to the introduction…

ByMichael AllenAugust 27, 20200Comments

Bike Brands KiT Off-Road Yamaha

2021 Yamaha Tenere 700

By: Michael Allen I think it’s safe to say that the majority of people who follow and read Keefer Inc.’s content are moto or off-road enthusiasts and I put myself in that category as well. That being said, after riding the 2021 Tenere 700 my eyes have been opened to an all new type of…

ByMichael AllenJune 9, 20200Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Performance Suspension

Kreft Suspension Review (Husqvarna TE300i)

Written By: Michael Allen Let’s be honest, as riders we have all probably uttered these words to a suspension tuner, “I want it plush, but stiff”. I would imagine that every suspension guy has heard that phrase and grits his teeth every time he hears it. That is where Kreft comes in with their revolutionary…

ByMichael AllenMay 29, 20200Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Off-Road

Kreft Suspension For Husqvarna TE300i (XPlor fork)

Written By: Michael Allen Let’s be honest, as riders we have all probably uttered these words to a suspension tuner, “I want it plush, but stiff”. I would imagine that every suspension guy has heard that phrase and grits his teeth every time he hears it. That is where Kreft comes in with their revolutionary…

ByMichael AllenMay 29, 20200Comments

Garage KiT Trackside

Blendzall Ultra Racing Castor

By: Michael Allen The senses of the human body are incredible, especially the sense of smell. I have always found it fascinating that you can smell a certain scent and your mind has the ability to take you back to a specific time your life. When I got my order of Blendzall I didn’t recognize…

ByMichael AllenMay 13, 20200Comments

Bike Brands Husqvarna KiT Off-Road

2020 Husqvarna TE 300i First Impression

By: Michael Allen In a world where most people think that two strokes are dead and four strokes rule, there is one company (or two depending on how you look at them) that has continued to progress two stroke technology. Husqvarna is one of three (KTM, Husky, and TM) motorcycle manufacturers who have released fuel…

ByMichael AllenFebruary 26, 20200Comments