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WE RIDE THE ROCK’S RACING STEALTH YAMAHA YZ450F:

Mar 27, 2009

The funny thing about slow bikes is that everyone who races them goes just as fast as on their fast bikes, save for the pros. Some race bikes are easy to test. Everything goes perfectly and all the MXA wrecking crew has to do…
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2009 Honda CRF250; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes & Dislikes, Plus Much More

Mar 8, 2009

INSIDE TEST OF THE NEW 2009 HONDA CRF250 You may be surprised to learn that while the Honda CRF250 has been the best-selling 250 four-stroke motorcycle since its inception in 2004, it has never garnered MXA's 250F of the Year…
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MXA RACE TEST: The New 2009 YZ250F Four-stroke; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes &…

Mar 8, 2009

INSIDE THE MXA TEST OF THE 2009 YZ250F In last year's test of the 2008 Yamaha YZ250F, the MXA wrecking crew stated that we thought the YZ250F was getting outdated in comparison to its newer and more modern competition. We hoped, and half…
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WISECO’S NEW 13:1 HI-COMP CRF450 PISTON: Are You Ready For ArmorGlide Skirt Coating? Your…

Mar 7, 2009

WISECO'S ALL-NEW 13:1 HONDA CRF450 HIGH-COMPRESSION PISTON Get your 2009 Honda CRF450 ready for battle with Wiseco's new high compression 13:1 piston. You can be sure you are getting the toughest piston with the best features for the race…
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WE RIDE WISECO PERFORMANCE’S YAMAHA YZ450F:

Mar 1, 2009

The MXA wrecking crew likes to explore all the possibilities when it comes to motorcycle hop-ups. Whether it is testing James Stewart's undefeated National bike, the production 2009 Yamaha YZ125, or Wiseco Performance Products?…
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2009 KTM 450SXF: Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes & Dislikes, Plus Much More

Feb 28, 2009

INSIDE MXA'S 2009 KTM 450SXF TEST KTM is a major player in the motorcycle world. They may have started out as a spin-off from Penton, but 35 years later they have built on the offroad dominance that John Penton handed them 40…
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MXA RACE TEST: The New 2009 Suzuki RM-Z450; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes &…

Feb 28, 2009

INSIDE THE NEW 2009 SUZUKI RM-Z450 Imagine that you poured your heart and soul into building the most advanced motocross bike ever offered to the public. It was going to be the first motocross bike from a major…
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2009 Yamaha YZ250 Two-Stroke; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes & Dislikes, Plus Much…

Feb 28, 2009

MXA'S 2009 YAMAHA YZ250 TEST How stupid are we? Don?t answer that. Instead, let's analyze the facts and, if possible, fix the blame on someone other than ourselves. MXA's first choice is always the AMA when it comes to…
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WE RIDE THE 2010 HUSQVARNA TC250 PROTOTYPE:

Feb 28, 2009

By John Basher Palm trees - check. Perfectly prepped track - check. Brand new bike - check. Collectively, I sat on my behind for over 48 hours in a metal tin can of an airplane on my way to Husqvarna's 2010 TC250…
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ASK THE MXPERTS: I Have Gasoline In My 2009 CRF450 Crankcase. Is This A Major Problem? Is There A…

Feb 26, 2009

I HAVE GASOLINE IN MY 2009 CRF450 CRANKCASE IS THIS A MAJOR PROBLEM? IS THERE A FIX? Dear MXA, I am a concerned 2009 CRF450 owner. I have read and trusted MXA's input for over 20 years. Have you had any issues on your…
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2009 Yamaha YZ125 Two-Stroke; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes & Dislikes, Plus Much…

Feb 26, 2009

MXA RACE TEST: THE NEW 2009 YZ125 MAY WELL BE THE LAST OF ITS KIND & THE BEST OF ITS KIND Have you ever heard the phrase, ?Hoisted by their own petard?? Nothing better defines the 2009 Yamaha YZ125 than that archaic phrase.…
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2009 KTM 250SXF; Suspension Settings, Jetting Specs, Likes & Dislikes, Plus Much More

Feb 26, 2009

INSIDE THE MXA 2009 KTM 250SXF TEST Finishing last in MXA's 2008 250F shootout might sound like failure, but in reality, last year's KTM was oh-so-close to moving into the top three. Close, but no cigar! The Austrians had a lot…
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MXA PRODUCT TEST: DR.D 2008-2009 Yamaha YZ450F Exhaust System

Jan 20, 2009

WHAT IS IT? An exhaust system that will perk up the detuned 2008 and 2009 Yamaha YZ450F. WHAT'S IT COST? $879.95 (Ti/carbon), $779.95 (Ti/Ti), $679.95, (stainless/carbon) and $549.95 (stainless/aluminum)--(951) 808-1114 or…
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ASK THE MXPERTS: What Are The Available 2009 Honda CRF450 Clutch Fixes?

Dec 26, 2008

ASK THE MXPERTS: I NEED HELP WITH MY 2009 CRF450 CLUTCH Dear MXA, I have owned CRF450 since 2006, but I have never had so many issues with slipping clutches as I have had with my new 2009 CRF450. I am on my third clutch. On my…
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ASK THE MXPERTS: What Is The Best 2007 RM250 Jetting?

Dec 21, 2008

LOOKING FOR THE BEST 2007 SUZUKI RM250 BRASS Dear MXA, Can you tell me your corrected jetting specs for the 2007 RM250 two-stroke? After years of horrible RM250 jetting, Suzuki did a fairly good job…
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ASK THE MXPERTS: What Are The Best 2003 Honda CR125 Set-Up Tricks?

Dec 1, 2008

ASK THE MXPERTS: 2003 HONDA CR125 TRICKS Dear MXA, I just bought a 2003 CR125 and am interested in what you recommend that I do to it. Here is what we recommend for the 2003 CR125: Jetting: We ran a 430 main,…
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Yamaha’s 2009 YZ250 and YZ125 Intro: The MXA Wrecking Crew Meets The Wolfman

Sep 26, 2008

TESTING THE ONLY JAPANESE BUILT TWO-STROKES ON A VERY SPECIAL TRACK Yamaha is the last Japanese manufacturer to make 125cc and 250cc two-strokes for the American market. It is fact that they are proud of. Yamaha is quick to point out that…
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2009 KAWASAKI KX250F

Sep 14, 2008

Race-ready performance that hammers the competition On the racing circuit, winners must constantly improve to remain on top. Kawasaki's KX250F motocrosser is no exception. A leading performer in the 250 four-stroke ranks, the KX250F has…
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2009 YAMAHA YZ450F SPECS

Sep 14, 2008

Key Features: The bike that started the four-stroke revolution benefits from chassis refinements that ensure the five-titanium-valved YZ450F remains at the head of the open-class pack. Subtle modifications to the suspension mean light,…
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2009 KAWASAKI KX450F

Sep 14, 2008

A leaner, stronger and EFI equipped racing thoroughbred Comprehensively re-designed with a new fuel-injected engine, chassis, bodywork and extensive durability enhancements, the 2009 Kawasaki KX450F motocrosser is sleeker, faster and more…
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2009 SUZUKIS

Sep 14, 2008

First Look: The 2009 Suzuki Line-Up Suzuki will be the first major manufacturer to release its 2009 motocross models, with bikes arriving in dealerships mid-summer. There are very few changes to the RM-Z450 and RM-Z250, but that's not…
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2009 KTMs

Sep 14, 2008

What's new on the 2009 KTM 450SXF? First and foremost, the 2009 450SXF almost got a five-speed transmission, but at the last second KTM decided to stay with the four speed box. The black anodized triple clamps feature 18mm or 20mm…
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ALL THE 2009 BIKES: HONDA CRF250R

Sep 14, 2008

2009 CRF250R Innovative design has made Honda's dual-muffler CRF250R a champion on the track as well as a multiple-time repeat-winner in magazine comparison tests. Features & Benefits New for 2009 - New cylinder-head combustion chamber…
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ALL THE 2009 BIKES: HONDA CRF450R

Sep 14, 2008

2009 CRF450R For the full bike test click here With continued talk of a slowdown in off-road motorcycle sales, Honda picked the perfect time to bring a heightened level of consumer interest and excitement to their deals's floor. The…
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2009 YAMAHA YZ125 SPECS

Sep 14, 2008

Key Features: A light, aluminum frame housing an amazingly light and compact engine results in an awesome power-to-weight ratio. Ready to race out of the crate, complete with a ProTaper aluminum handlebar, titanium footpegs and gripper…
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2009 YAMAHA YZ250F SPECS

Sep 14, 2008

Key Features: Ongoing refinement to chassis produce an amazingly balanced, light-handling machine with performance that's accessible to all levels of riders. Five-titanium-valve engine with increased compression spins out even more torque…
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2009 YAMAHA YZ250 TWO-STROKE SPECS

Sep 14, 2008

Key Features: Our legendary two-stroke Supercross winner is more potent than ever. A light, aluminum frame housing a patented YPVS Power valve-equipped ripper of an engine results in an awesome power-to-weight ratio. Ready to race out of…
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First Ride: 2009 Kawasaki KX450F

Sep 11, 2008

By John Basher With all of the buzz circling around the 2009 Honda CRF450, it seems that many people forgot about the new Kawasaki KX450F. If you fall in that category, then shame on you! Kawasaki went whole hog on their 450 for 2009,…
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FIRST LOOK: 2009 YAMAHA YZ250F

May 22, 2008

The new bike season starts earlier every year. First to get the ball rolling for 2009 is Yamaha, with the first official photo of the 2009 YZ250F. Carburetor: If you were expecting fuel injection, you will have to wait, because the 2009…
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR 2007 YAMAHA YZ450F TURN WE TEST EVERY FORK OFFSET KNOWN TO MAN

Mar 14, 2008

Most modern motocross bikes don't need a different offset. They need tender loving care, careful fork adjustment, perfectly matched race sag and the best front tire possible. That said, the MXA wrecking crew has struggled with the cornering…
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