MXA’S WEEKEND NEWS ROUND-UP: “RAIN, RAIN, GO AWAY” OR COME TO SOCAL

MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: NIHILO CONCEPTS SOS SECONDARY ON SWITCH (SOS)

The “just in case button” that can get your bike started.

The Nihilo Concepts SOS button solves a problem that is fast becoming an issue on electric start dirt bikes without kick-starters. The SOS is a “Secondary On Switch” that can be mounted in a safe and protected location on the bike, so if your OEM start button is ripped off or damaged, all you need to do is reach for the Nihilo SOS and your back in action.

Electric start off-road motorcycles are very popular and the weight savings by eliminating the kick starter is a great idea but if you have ever been deep in the woods or at the back of the motocross track and had your handlebar start button break or fail you would find yourself stranded. It’s not easy to push start your bike in the deep sand or push it up and down hills trying to get back to your truck. Don’t get caught in this situation, install a Nihilo SOS on your bike and ride with confidence knowing you have a backup.

The button and wire leads are 100% waterproof, high-quality military-grade components that will last the life of your motorcycle. Equipped with super-strong double face tape, it will stick to the frame, inside of your shrouds, in the air box, or just about any place you can think of. The idea is to make sure it’s in a protected spot on the bike, so if you crash or even tip over the wrong way, the SOS won’t be in danger. The retail price is $69.99 at www.nihiloconcepts.com

HUSQVARNA’S LONG RANGE 701 ENDURO LR WITH 6.6 GALLONS OF GAS

Husqvarna 701 Enduro LR is actually a 692.7cc adventure bike that almost never has to stop for fuel.

Husqvarna has announce the release of the 2020 701 Enduro LR, the new long range enduro machine for riders wanting to travel further. Offering additional touring capabilities, thanks to its increased fuel capacity of 6.6 gallons, the 701 Enduro LR is bred of the standard-issue 701 Enduro.

The large fuel tanks are obvious where they replaced the radiator wings, but there is additional fuel capacity in the side panels that are filled through a fuel cap in the rear fender.

Husqvarna comes with a boatload of electronic aids including adjustable maps, traction control, lean angle braking and seamless shifting.

The 2020 701 Enduro LR offers a ride-by-wire throttle system, integrated fuel tanks, 692.7cc engine, ABS braking, lean angle sensitive Traction Control, multiple Ride Modes and Easy Shift as standard,. The suspension is handled by fully-adjustable 48mm WP Xplor forks and a WP Xplor rear shock.

Just so you know, the weight of 6,6 gllons of fuel is 40 pounds.

701 ENDURO LR TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
1. Lightweight, integrated fuel tanks.
2. Switchable Ride Modes.
3. Bosch cornering ABS lean angle specific braking.
4. Seamless up and down Easy Shift function.
5. Lean-angle sensitive Traction Control.
6. Chromoly steel trellis frame.
7. Lightweight Aluminum swingarm.
8. Polyamide rear subframe with integrated fuel tank.
9. Hydraulic Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC).
10. Dry weight 341.7 pounds.
11. Seat height 36.4 inches.
12. 50mm Keihin throttle body.
13.12.7: 1 compression ratio.
14. Fuel tank capacity; 6.6 gallons.
159. $12,499.

RICKY CARMICHAEL PARTS WAYS WITH SUZUKI

Click here to read Ricky Carmichael’s parting letter to his fans about his decision to leave Suzuki.

2020 AMA 250/450 NATIONAL WINNERS AT A GLANCE

Eli Tomac is now 27-points behind current 450 National points leader Zach Osborne a deficit caused by his works KX450 expiring in both motos at Loretta Lynn #2.

Date                       Venue                                        450                                      250
1. Aug. 15…Hurricane Mills, TN………….Zach Osborne            Dylan Ferrandis
2. Aug. 22…Hurricane Mills, TN…………..Zach Osborne            Jeremy Martin
3. Aug. 29…Crawfordsville, IN…………….Eli Tomac                       Jeremy Martin
4. Sept. 4…Red Bud, MI………………………
5. Sept. 7 …Red Bud, MI……………………..
6. Sept. 19…Millville, MN…………………..
7. Sept. 26…Jacksonville, FL…………….
8. Oct. 3…Lakewood, CO…………………..
9. Oct. 10…Pala, CA……………………………
450 Points leader…Zach Osborne
250 points leader…Dylan Ferrandis

 

CRAWFORDSVILLE AMA NATIONAL RESULTS: TOMAC  & MARTIN ON TOP IN INDIANA

Marvin Musquin went 8-2 for a podium spot and second in the 450 points standings.
 Eli Tomac can’t believe that the yellow flag is to warn other riders that he’s not going any farther on his dead KX450.

450 CLASS RESULT: CRAWFORDSVILLE
1. Eli Tomac (Kaw)…2-1
2. Marvin Musquin (KTM)…1-6
3. Adam Cianciarulo (Kaw)…3-4
4. Justin Barcia (Yam)…6-2
5. Zach Osborne (Hus)…7-3
6. Chase Sexton (Hon)…4-5
7. Blake Baggett (KTM)…5-7
8. Dean Wilson (Hus)…8-8
9. Broc Tickle (Yam)…9-10
10. Christian Craig (Hon)…11-12
Other notables: 11. Fredrik Noren (Suz); 14. Joey Savatgy (Suz); 15. Benny Bloss (Hus); 18. Max Anstie (Suz); 41. Jason Anderson (Hus)

Zach Osborne got his second win in two races and the red plate again for this Saturday in Indiana.

2020 AMA 450 NATIONAL POINTS STANDINGS
(After 3 of 9 rounds)
1. Zach Osborne (Hus)…122
2. Marvin Musquin (KTM)…109
3. Justin Barcia (Yam)…96
4. Eli Tomac (Kaw)…95
5. Adam Cianciarulo (Kaw)…89
6. Blake Baggett (KTM)…81
7. Chase Sexton (Hon)…78
8. Broc Tickle (Yam)…71
9. Christian Craig (Hon)…59
10. Dean Wilson (Hus)…58

R. J. Hampshire (24) won the first 250 moto at Loretta Lynn #2, but finished 18th in moto 2.

Alex Martin won the second 250 moto by a super large margin, but his first moto 7th left him third overall.

250 CLASS RESULT: CRAWFORDSVILLE
1. Jeremy Martin (Hon)…2-1
2. Dylan Ferrandis (Yam)…1-3
3. Brandon Hartranft (KTM)……3-4
4. Justin Cooper (Yam)…8-2
5. Jett Lawrence (Hon)…4-5
6. Alex Martin (Suz)…7-6
7. Shane McElrath (Yam)…6-10
8. Jo Shimoda (Hon)…12-7
9. Mitchell Harrison (Kaw)…11-8
10. Carson Mumford (Hon)…13-9
Other notables: 11.Derek Drake (KTM); 12. R.J Hampshire (Hus); 13. Cameron McAdoo (Kaw); 18. Jerry Robin (Hus); 20. Pierce Brown (KTM)

Dylan Ferrandis kept his cool and came from the back to keep this 250 National Championship points lead by 6 points over Jeremy Martin.

2020 AMA 250 NATIONAL POINTS STANDINGS
(After 3 of 9 rounds)
1. Dylan Ferrandis (Yam)…135
2. Jeremy Martin (Hon)…131
3. Alex Martin (Suz)…100
4. Shane McElrath (Yam)…95
5. R.J. Hampshire (Hus)…90
6. Cameron McAdoo (Kaw)…79
7. Justin Cooper (Yam)…75
8. Jett Lawrence (Hon)…63
9. Brandon Hartranft (KTM)…61
10. Mitchell Harrison (Kaw)…61

 

“PASHA 125 OPEN” TWO-STROKE RACE ON SATURDAY—PLUS FOUR-STROKE CLASSES FOR ALL

The Pasha 125 Open is the strangest two-stroke race you will ever attend (and you can race it even if you don’t have a 125 two-stroke, because it will have all the regular classes as a normal race for two-and-four-strokes). But, it will only have three 125 two-stroke classes (all three pay purse money). The first class is for 125 Pros, the second class is for 30- to 49-year-old 125 racers (it also pays purse money) and the final 125 two-stroke class is for Over-50-year-old 125 two-strokes (it pays also). The three special 125 classes are open to two-strokes up to 150cc. There will be a full day of two-and four-stroke events, but no 50cc, 65cc or 85cc minicycles. For more info go to www.glenhelen.com.

 

WISECO WORLD TWO-STROKE MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP ON SATURDAY OCT. 3

Dust off your Ratio-Rite and grab a couple extra spark plugs for the toolbox, the Wiseco Two-Stroke Motocross World Championships hosted by Fasthouse is scheduled for October 3, 2020. The World Two-Stroke Motocross  Championships have been an annual favorite at Glen Helen for 11 years and  Wisecos roots in two-stroke racing date back over seven decades.

Glen Helen’s massive Talladega first turn.

“Wiseco Performance Products was built by grassroots racers from the passion for two-stroke competition and performance over 78 years ago and has been supplying two-stroke performance parts to the industry ever since,” said Scott Highland, Director of Powersports for Wiseco. “We are all avid racers and share a passion for the sport, so we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to continue our support of the iconic World Two- Stroke Championships at Glen Helen. We can already smell the premix in the air!”

Robbie Wageman (141) won last year’s Championship. Here he is chased by Tyer Bowers (43), Mike Brown (3)  and second overall Carlen Gardener (805).

Lori Wilson, Glen Helen Raceway Events Director said,. “The event has grown every year, and with Wiseco’s support for 2020, the event will be the largest ever. The race will offer a combined Pro purse of $10,000 as well as over 40 different classes covering 50cc to 450cc displacements, youth to Over-70 age ranges, and Beginner to Pro skill levels. The young 50cc and 65cc racers will even get their own specially designed REM and Pee-Wee tracks for their races. Additionally, Pasha Afshar will be adding the Pasha Racing 125cc Pro, 30+ Pro and 50+ Pro classes into the World Two-Stroke mix and will host a 125cc “Pasha 125 Open” warm-up race on September 5 to help 125 riders get ready of the October 3, World Two-Stroke race. For more information on the World Two-Stroke Championship, including online pre-entry, go on to www. glenhelen.com.

Mike Alessi won the Two-Stroke Championship in 2016, but got a flat tire last year.

PAST WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONS (2010-2019)
2010 …Bobby Garrison (Hus)
2011 …Austin Howell (Yam)
2012 …Michael Leib (Hon)
2013 …Sean Collier (Yam)
2014 …Sean Collier (Yam)
2015 …Mike Sleeter (KTM)
2016 …Mike Alessi (Suz)
2017 …Ryan Surratt (Hon)
2018 …Zach Bell (Hus)
2019…Robbie Wageman (Yam)

 

MAYBE THEY SHOULD CHANGE THE NAME TO THE “2020 ITALIAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS”

MXGP seems to have canceled more races than they have held, the list includes Germany, Sweden, Turkey, China, Portugal, Russia, Indonesia (twice), Czech Republic, Finland and the Motocross des Nations.

What did they replace them with? A so-called World Championship that is holding the bulk of its races in Italy, and by “bulk” we mean 9 of the 18 scheduled races in Italy. The rest of the schedule isn’t much better as two other nations will be holding three races a piece (Belgium and Latvia). That means that 15 of the 2020 Grand Prix’s 18 races will be held in three countries—Latvia (3), Belgium (3) and Italy (9). The only stand-alone Grand Prix with a firm date on the remaining 2020 schedule, is Spain, on October 11th. There is some hope that the organozers can squeeze Argentina onto the schedule in late November, but the factory and privateer teams will most likely refuse to make a long and expensive trip to South America for the last race of the year

REVISED 2020 WORLD MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE
Mar. 1…Matterley, Great Britain (Held)
Mar. 8…Valkenswaard, Holland (Held)
Aug. 9…Kegums, Latvia (Held)
Aug. 12…Kegums, Latvia (Held)
Aug. 16…Kegums, Latvia (Held)
Sept. 6…Faenza, Italy
Sept. 9…Faenza, Italy (Wednesday)
Sept. 13…Faenza, Italy
Sept. 27…Mantova, Italy
Sept. 30…Mantova, Italy (Wednesday)
Oct. 4…Mantova, Italy
Oct. 11..Arroyomolinos, Spain
Oct. 18…Lommel, Belgium
Oct. 21…Lommel, Belgium (Wednesday)
Oct. 25…Lommel, Belgium
Nov. 1…Trentino, Italy
Nov. 4…Trentino, Italy
Nov. 8…Trentino, Italy

COLOR-CODED GUIDE TO THE MXGP TRIPLE-HEADERS

 

MXA PRODUCTS SPOTLIGHT: FXR’S 25th ANNIVERSARY 2021 MOTO COLLECTION

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, FXR has introduced a special 2021 Revo Moto Collection. Revo gear is highly regarded for its fit, comfort and flexibility fits. It moves with your body — no restrictions, no distractions, pure focus.The 2021  Revo gear sets a new standard for FXR’s already industry leading fit, finish, durability, and performance.

2021 REVO JERSEY—$69.99

The Omni-Stretch material in FXR’s Revo jersey was developed to give riders the ultimate combination of 4-way stretch with the right amount of air flow.  The Revo jersey’s hybrid vented material is constructed in a performance fit pattern that allows the jersey to flex and move without restriction, while helping riders maintain a lower core temperature.

2021 REVO PANT—$199.99

For 2021, FXR has refined and improved the fit and performance of the M-2 Motion Pant chassis, dialing in the right amount of stretch to have positive fit, feel, and contact with the bike without restricting mobility. An all-new industry first Auto-Buckle front closure system works with our fool-proof Hook & Loop side hip adjusters to further secure the waist closure and provide a positive feeling under hard acceleration or seat bouncing scenarios. For more info go to www.fxrracing.com.

 

MXA’S PHOTO OF THE WEEK: THE STRAIN OF TWO MOTOS IN THE MUD

Cameron McAdoo’s face show the physical and emotional strain of racing at flat-out speed in the gooey, rapidly changing conditions at last weekend’s Loretat Lynn #2 Nationals. The Pro Circuit Kawasaki rider gave it all he had to go 4-5 in the 250 class.

 

MXA FIRST RIDE VIDEO: 2021 KTM 450SXF

 

CRANFIELD FORMULA 1 SIMULATOR TAKES VIDEO GAMES TO A NEW LEVEL

Want to practice on your video game for your next race against  Max Verstappen? This is what you need.

Cranfield Simulation, experts in high-tech simulator solutions, have designed the world’s first home use Formula 1 Simulator specifically designed for installation in the home. The $25,000 system is based on a real F1 mold and selects the best components including the steering wheel and pedals for a more refined experience suitable for both professional driver training and luxury home entertainment. The Cranfield Formula Simulator offers an authentic high-octane alternative solution — with the added benefit of no repair costs if you crash on the first lap!

The Cranfield Smilulator sells for $25,000.

“We are incredibly excited about bringing our world-class simulators to the consumer market for the first time,” said Jon Roach, Chief Commercial Officer of Cranfield Simulation. “We have known for years that there is a tremendous appetite for it, and with the technology we have designed, the opportunities for tailored solutions are now almost limitless. We can replicate any motorsport experience in the world, and really make the driver feel like they are at the center of the action.”

 

2020 FIM GRAND PRIX WINNERS AT A GLANCE

As expected, Jeffrey Herlings leads the 450 World Championship points chase, although a fifth at the first  Latvian GP and a third at the second one aren’t what he expected

Date                       Venue                                        450                                      250
1. Mar. 1…Matterley, Great Britain …..Jeffrey Herlings        Tom Vialle
2. Mar. 8…Valkenswaard, Holland…….Jeffrey Herlings        Jago Geerts
3. Aug. 9…Kegums, Latvia………………….Glenn Coldenhoff     Tom Vialle
4. Aug. 12…Kegums, Latvia………………..Tony Cairoli                 Jago Geerts         
5. Aug. 16…Kegums, Latvia………………..Jeffrey Herlings        Jago Geerts
6. Sept. 6…Faenza, Italy
7. Sept. 9…Faenza, Italy
8. Sept. 13…Faenza, Italy
9. Sept. 27…Mantova, Italy
10. Sept. 30…Mantova, Italy
11. Oct. 4…Mantova, Italy
12. Oct. 11..Arroyomolinos, Spain
13. Oct. 18…Lommel, Belgium
14. Oct. 21…Lommel, Belgium
15. Oct. 25…Lommel, Belgium
16. Nov. 1…Trentino, Italy
17. Nov. 4…Trentino, Italy
18. Nov. 8…Trentino, Italy
450 Points leader…Jeffrey Herlings
250 points leader…Tom Vialle

 

MXA FIRST RIDE VIDEO: 2021 HUSQVARNA FC450

 

IT’S HERE! DAVE MILLER MEMORIAL FACE MASKS BACK IN STOCK

So many people have continued to request the Scott Face Mask that Curt Evans (the artist behind the project) and Jimmy Mac produced to help famous tuner Dave Miller in his fight with cancer. They sold out the first batch of masks in record time, but have produced a new production run. They are just two motocross guys trying to help out the family of a friend. Here is Curt Evan’s message and how you can get a few masks.

“Wow! Thanks so much for your interest in the Scott Face Mask and helping out Dave Miller’s family, ” Said Curt. “We appreciate your patience. We didn’t think the response would be so great after our initial run of over 400 masks allowed us to donate over $3500 to help Dave’s family! (Unfortunately, Dave lost his battle with cancer on May 22, but his family still needs our help, so we are not stopping our efforts to lessen their burden). The masks are $20 each for anywhere in the USA. Sorry, no foreign orders at this time). This includes shipping through the U.S. Mail. You can PayPal the money or send a check. Drop me an email at curtnotcurtisevans@gmail.com and I’ll get you the details. The masks are back in stock and ready to ship. Moto people are the best!”

 

MXA FIRST RIDE VIDEO: 2021 YAMAHA YZ450F

 

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MXA’s KTM 366SXF project bike graces the cover of the September 2020 issue.

And here it is! A 366cc KTM 350SXF. Not only is it the cheapest horsepower possible, but it has a torquey broad powerband that is more like the original YZ400, instead of a high-rpm, big-bore 250.

The Husqvarna FX450 cross-country bike is really just an FC450 motocross bike with a big tank and an 18-inch wheel. But, we were interested in the powerband. It was smooooth. So smooth that every MXA test rider could ride it faster—because it had a killer map.

We took the FIM World Supermoto Champion’s TM 450SMX-FI out to the tarmac to see what we could grind down faster—the footpegs or our elbows. We had lots of fun finding out.

In our “MXA Retro Test” we went back in time to test Tommy Hahn’s 2007 Factory Honda CRF250. This was from the day’s when Honda had their own 250 team—and of course the best CRF250 on the track.

Brad Lackey was goal oriented. He wanted to win the 500 World Motocross Championship at all cost. He spent 11 years in pursuit of his goal. And once he finally achieved it, nobody would sign him for the next year. Read all about it here.

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MXA FIRST RIDE VIDEO: 2021 KAWASAKI KX450

 

MXA AD OF THE WEEK: BRAND NEW 1975 CZ125 SPORT ONLY $399 IN THE CRATE

By 1975 CZ had lost its mojo with American motorcycle racers, but they felt that they could attract casual street riders with their CZ 125 and 175 Sport street bikes. They were wrong. They were so over-stocked that they  dumped the bikes on a liquidator who sold them in the crate for $399 for the 125 Sport and $448 for the 175 Sport.

 

THE 32:1 PREMIX CLASSIC COMING TO LAST CHANCE RACEWAY ON SEPT. 11-13

For more information about the September 11-13 race in Montana go to www.lastchancemx.com.

 

2020 WISECO WORLD TWO-STROKE MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 3, 2020

For more information go to www.glenhelen.com

 

2020 OLD SCHOOL SCRAMBLES SERIES ON OCT. 3-4, OCT. 10-11 & DEC. 19-20 AT GLEN HELEN

For more information go to www.ossrg.org

 

36TH ANNUAL WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP ON NOVEMBER 6-8: PRE-ENTRY OPEN NOW

Save money and time by submitting your online pre-entries now. The Dubya World Vet MX Championships takes place on Saturday and Sunday, with Sunday being the World Vet Motocross Championship Day. For additional savings riders have the option to sign-up for both Saturday and Sunday!
PRE-ENTRY FEES
Saturday & Sunday $100 | $90 Second Class
Saturday Only $70 | $60 Second Class
Sunday Only $70 | $60 Second
To sign-up click this link:
https://secure.tracksideprereg.com/glenhelen/index.asp?event=83&mc_cid=66136c7217&mc_eid=3c9b324536 For more information go to www.worldvetmx.com

 

GLEN HELEN’S 24-HOUR ENDURANCE RACE SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 21-22

Glen Helen’s 3Bros-sponsored 24-Hour off-road endurance race is scheduled for November 21-22.The 24-Hour of Glen Helen will begin on November 21 at 10:00 a.m. and end on Sunday, November 22 at 10:00 a.m. The amateur teams can have 6 riders and two bikes, but the Pro teams can only have 4 riders and must finish the 24 hours on the one bike. Headlights are required for the 24-hour. For more info go to www.glenhelen.com.

 

THE EVER CHANGING 2020 RACE SCHEDULES

The first AMA Nationals of 2020 were mud races as Justin Barcia shows above. Could it be one of those rainy years? We’ll find out on Saturday at Crawfordsville, Indiana.

TENTATIVE AMA NATIONAL  MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Aug. 15…Hurricane Mills, TN
Aug. 22…Hurricane Mills, TN
Aug. 29…Crawfordsville, IN
Sept. 4 (Friday)…Red Bud, MI
Sept. 7 (Monday) …Red Bud, MI
Sept. 19…Millville, MN
Sept. 26…Jacksonville, FL
Oct. 3…Lakewood, CO
Oct. 10…Pala, CA, CA

REVISED 2020 FIM MOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Mar. 1…Matterley, Great Britain
Mar. 8…Valkenswaard, Holland
Aug. 9…Kegums, Latvia
Aug. 12…Kegums, Latvia
Aug. 16…Kegums, Latvia
Sept. 6…Faenza, Italy
Sept. 9…Faenza, Italy
Sept. 13…Faenza, Italy
Sept. 27…Mantova, Italy
Sept. 30…Mantova, Italy
Oct. 4…Mantova, Italy
Oct. 11..Arroyomolinos, Spain
Oct. 18…Lommel, Belgium
Oct. 21…Lommel, Belgium
Oct. 25…Lommel, Belgium
Nov. 1…Trentino, Italy
Nov. 4…Trentino, Italy
Nov. 8…Trentino, Italy

REVISED 2020 BRITISH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Aug. 2…Hawkstone Park
Aug. 23…Landrake Motoparc
Sept 6…Cusses Gorse
Oct. 4… Fatcat Motoparc

2020 PASHA 125 OPEN TWO-STROKE RACE
Sept. 5…Glen Helen, CA

2020 WISECO WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONSHIP
Oct. 3…Glen Helen, CA

2020 DUBYA WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Nov. 6-8…Glen Helen , CA

2020 FIM MOTOCROSS DES NATIONS
CANCELED

 

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