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Leatt Z Frame Knee Braces

When it comes to “brace” style protective gear there are many opinions as to their effectiveness. Questions like does it hamper the rider’s ability to correctly ride the motorcycle? Or does bracing the knee make your femur susceptible for injury? Far be it from me to have the end all be all answer, but I…

ByKris KeeferJune 13, 20190Comments

Gear Helmets KiT Protection

2019 Fox V3 Helmet

Fox introduced their updated 2019 V3 last month, but it has taken us a few weeks to get you an actual first impression of the helmet because we actually wanted to ride in it for a while. Call us crazy, but we really like to test products here at Keefer Inc. before opening our mouths.…

ByKris KeeferJune 10, 20190Comments

Gear KiT Protection

Alpinestars SX-1 Youth Knee Protectors

I wasn't even going to do review on this product, but I kept seeing my then 12 year old son going back for these particular set of knee guards (over his knee braces) when getting his gear bag ready for a day of riding. Now I will tell you that I have been on knee…

ByKris KeeferJune 6, 20190Comments

KiT Motocross Off-Road

Hidden Gems “Vet Racing”

This installment of hidden gems is going to be a little different than the others, in that it doesn’t necessarily have to do with a product. This hidden gem is more along the lines of a mindset and getting back to doing the thing that once gave you so much joy, THAT’S RACING! You see,…

ByMichael AllenMay 31, 20190Comments

KiT Motocross

How To Whip

Not to say that I am James Stewart and that I am whipping every single jump on the track, but I can maybe help you shy away from those dreaded butt whips you’re doing! Let’s face it one of the best feelings of riding a dirt bike is hitting a jump and whipping it flat!…

ByKris KeeferMay 30, 20190Comments

Bike Brands Bolt-Ons KiT Performance Tires Yamaha

Tusk Impact Wheelset (2019 Yamaha YZ450F)

Mounting up some hubs/wheels is one of the first aftermarket modifications riders do to their ride. Do all dirt bikes need aftermarket wheels/hubs? No they don’t, but some can benefit from a beefier wheelset (like the Honda CRF250/450R and Yamaha YZ250/450F), so we decided to try the Tusk Impact wheelset and put some abuse on…

ByKris KeeferMay 28, 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

Gear Goggles KiT Protection

100% Armega Goggle First Impression

By: Dominic Cimino Over here at Keefer Inc. its pretty well known how much we love wearing the Oakley Airbrake goggle. Plain and simple, we feel that this could be the best offering on the market for performance, comfort, and style. Fast forward to this past week when 100% decided to throw a wrench into…

ByDominic CiminoMay 13, 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 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

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