RUMORS, GOSSIP & UNFOUNDED TRUTHS: LOTS OF BIG WINNERS THIS PAST WEEKEND, BUT YOU DIDN’T KNOW MOST OF THEM

• WHO WON THE TRIUMPH TF250X GRAND PRIZE IN THE MXA FANTASY LEAGUE?

The MXA Fantasy League has come to a conclusion and those who have played through the entire season have become victorious. We’d like to thank everyone who played this year whether it was in Supercross, motocross, or just SMX it didn’t go unnoticed. We did have a few bumps in the road along the way, it was the first year MXA’s Justin Lee had ever built an app of that magnitude, and the users who joined exceeded expectations. We’ve taken into consideration all the comments and concerns from this year and will be using them to improve the app for next year. Congratulations to those who won weekly prizes all thanks to our great sponsors. We hope to see you all again next year! Now let’s get into the winners of the grand prizes.

THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER: CURTIS HARDEBACK

Congratulations to Curtis Hardeback for becoming the MXA Fantasy League champion. Curtis did not start the series in the top ten, but as time passed he stayed consistent  receiving close to 200 points at every round. It was late in the motocross season before he found himself battling for the lead. Heading into the final round Curtis sat in second and needed as many points as possible from Las Vegas Supermotocross finale. He was able to get that significant boost and was able to take the win by six points over second place finisher BillClaerhout. In the final round at Las Vegas Curtis scored 199 points which was enough to put him into the lead. He will now be able to enjoy his brand new Triumph TF 250X courtesy of our partners at Triumph, 

SECOND OVERALL: BILL CLAERHOUT

Congratulations to Bill Claerhout on winning $2500 worth of Maxxis tires. Bill will now be able to re-shoe his vehicle of choice with a new set of tires. With the price of tires these days, Maxxis really stepped up to help our second-place overall winner. Bill did have the lead for quite a few rounds but slipped back to second in the final race. In the final round at Las Vegas, Bill scored 169 points which put him just behind the leader. Nevertheless, he still gets to take home an awesome prize for his vehicle.

THIRD OVERALL: RON KNOTT

 In the third spot overall was Ron Knott. Ron moved into the top ten with just three weeks left of racing however he had been sitting just outside for a few of the rounds prior. As the series got closer to the end in Las Vegas, Ron started to climb the ranks with his great overall picks. In the final round, he had moved into the third position and now will be able to choose between a two-stroke pipe and silence, or a four-stroke muffler, courtesy of FMF Racing. At the final round in Las Vegas, Ron scored 209 points which was enough to give him that boost into third overall.

FOURTH OVERALL: WILLIAM SHAFFER

William Shaffer was the fourth-place overall finisher and will receive $500 towards Boyesen products of his liking. William also moved into the top ten as the final rounds approached. He was also one of the most consistent players through the second half of the season. He also scored 209 points in the final round at Las Vegas which was enough to grab fourth overall. Now he will have one of the best-looking bikes at the track with his new Boyesen products. 

THE WINNER OF THE LAS VEGAS ROUND: ISAAC FERLAND

Isaac Ferland won the awesome prizes from BOB The Cooler Co. Isaac was able to accumulate 258 points in the final round and picked every 450 riders in the correct position except Chase Sexton, who crashed out early in moto one. Lucky for Isaac, almost every player also had Sexton and would miss those points. He also chose Pierce Brown for sixth which turned out to be a great pick as many put Brown off their radar and Pierce would go on to win. BOB The Cooler Co. keeps us cool on the hot days at Glen Helen and we are sure they will do the same for Isaac.

• FINAL 2024 SUPERMOTOCROSS POINTS STANDINGS

In what was a less than stellar three-race series, the 2024 SuperMotocross Championship was marred by lots of injuries, questionable tracks, rider complaints, an undecipherable points system, kitty litter dirt, less than desirable drag strip layouts, dangerous concrete walls, sketchy split-gate starts and rider interviews that always ended with, “I’m only here for the money,”  The SuperMotocross promoters need to seek competant help going forward into the 2025 version of the SuperMotocross Championship. Below are the final series results and payouts.

Jett Lawrence: First 450: $1,000,000

Hunter Lawrence. Second 450: $500,000

Eli Tomac 2024 Las Vegas SMXEli Tomac. Third 450: $250,000

FINAL 450 POINTS SUPERMOTOCROSS STANDINGS
(After 3 of 3 rounds)
1. Jett Lawrence (Hon)…156
2. Hunter Lawrence (Hon)…156
3. Eli Tomac (Yam)…129
4. Aaron Plessinger (KTM)…116
5. Cooper Webb (Yam)…109
6. Ken Roczen (Suz)…103
7. Chase Sexton (KTM)…89
8. Justin Cooper (Yam)…81
9. Justin Barcia (Gas)…75
10. Jason Anderson (Kaw)…75
11. Dylan Ferrandis (Hon)..75
12. Shane McElrath (Suz)…67
13. Harri Kullas (KTM)…57
14. Marshal Weltin (Yam)…52
15. Fredrik Noren (Kaw)…51
16. Malcolm Stewart (Hus)..48
17. Dean Wilson (Hon)…42
18. Colt Nichols (Suz)…40
19. Christian Craig (Hus)…40
20. Grant Harlan (Yam)…36
21. Phil Nicoletti (Yam)…28
22. Kyle Chisholm (Suz)…24

Haiden Deegan 2024 Budds Creek NationalHaiden Deegan. First 250—$500,000

Tom Vialle. Second 250: $250,000

Pierce Brown. Third 250: $150,000

250 POINTS SUPERMOTOCROSS STANDINGS
(after 3 of three rounds)
1. Haiden Deegan (Yam)…166
2. Tom Vialle (KTM)..132
3. Pierce Brown (Gas)…131
4. Jo Shimoda (Hon)…130
5. Jordon Smith (Yam)…124
6. Levi Kitchen (Kaw)…120
7. Julien Beaumer (KTM)..108
8. Max Anstie (Yam)…97
9. Ty Masterpool (Kaw)…88
10. Cameron McAdoo (Kaw)…72
11. Ryder DiFrancesco (Gas)…72
12. Garrett Marchbanks (Kaw)…71
13. Nick Romano (Yam)…55
14. Jett Reynolds (Yam)…37
15. R.J. Hampshire (Hus)…36
16. Talon Hawkins (KTM)…36
17. Lux Turner (KTM)…36
18. Coty Schock (Yam)…30
19. Henry Miller (Hon)…26
20. Chance Hymas (Hon)…23
21. Jalek Swoll (Tri)…12
22. Matti Jorgensen (Hon)…12

• THE GREATEST DEAL IN MOTOCROSS: REAL WORDS, LARGER PHOTOS, MORE TECH DETAILS, STUFF NO ONE ELSE TELLS YOU & YOU GET A $25 ROCKY MOUNTAIN CREDIT CARD

This is the cover of the October 2024 issue of MXA. It features MXA’s detailed tests of the 2025 KTM 250SXF, 2025 Husqvarna FC450 and a complete look at the 2025 Yamaha motocross line-up. Additionally, there is a interview with Warren Reid and a  close-up look at Roger DeCoster’s last Honda RC500—not just the last time he raced a Honda, but the last time he won a Grand Prix.

Did you know that it couldn’t be easier or cheaper to subscribe to MXA than it is right now—because when you subscribe you receive a Rocky Mountain ATV/MC credit for $25 towards anything in their massive inventory, all at no cost to you. Plus, you will get all the content in the 12 monthly issues of Motocross Action magazine delivered to your home by a uniformed U.S. government employee. And that isn’t all that is in the October 2024 Issue of MXA, but we have to leave some surprises for when your new issue hits your mailbox. Don’t forget, the $25 credit from Rocky Mountain ATV/MC means that you get a subscription for MXA at a giant discount. Are you smart enough to recognize a great deal when you see it? To subscribe call (800) 767-0345 or Click Here

• WORKS CONNECTION 2025 CRF250/ CRF450 RADIATOR BRACES

Works’ Connection 2025 Honda CRF radiator braces are formed from aircraft grade 5052 aluminum and available in raw silver or factory  black powder coating. A CNC’ed billet bracket system features  rubber vibration isolators to reinforces radiators to help prevent costly damage.

As seen in this transparent photo, the  radiator braces bolt on with all the mounting hardware included. The retail price is $124.95 (silver) or $149.95 (black powder coating) at www.worksconnection.com

• MXA’S 2025 COLLECTION OF IN DEPTH 2025 VIDEO TESTS

• MXA VIDEO: MOTOCROSS ACTION’S 2025 450 SHOOTOUT

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 HONDA CR450 FIRST TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 YAMAHA 450SXF FIRST TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 150SX TWO-STROKE TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KAWASAKI KX450 FIRST TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 450SXF FIRST TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 HONDA CR250 FIRST TEST

• MXA VIDEO: 2025 KTM 250SXF FIRST TEST

 MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: TM DESIGNWORKS 2025 SLIDE-N-GUIDE KIT

The TM Designworks Moto/SX Kit consists of Dirt Cross custom Slider with chain noise reducing Pat. Oil additive will reduce chain drag and wear. UV protected to prevent color fade and keep parts the chain guide flexible for long wear life. Choose from black or Honda OEM color. Available complete with new lightweight bolts and stock slider collars. You can purchase direct from www.tmdesignworks.com or at your friendly local dealer. The retail price is $154.95 at www.tmdesignworks.com

• MXA MOTO TRIVIA: DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS BRAND OF BIKE?

1949HONDADREAMDAThe two-speed, backwards brake lever, stamped steel frame, reverse-cylinder and, most of all the two-stroke engine, are the only clues you need. Answer at the bottom of the this page.

• THOR 2025 MX GEAR COLLECTION

• THE 2024-2025 AMA ARENCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP STARTS ON NOV. 15-16 IN RENO

• 2024 OKTOBERFAST GRAND PRIX & JOHN R’S CELEBRATION OF LIFE ON OCT. 26-27

The OktoberFast Grand Prix coming up on Sunday, October 27th at Glen Helen. The promoters are also doing a “Celebration of Life” on Saturday, October 26th in the Glen Helen Museum for Elsinore Geand Prix and Catalina hero John Rice—starting at 4:00 pm in the Glen Helen Museum. The plan is to host a dinner starting at 5:00 p.m. Stay tuned for more info or visit www.ossrg.org

• GREAT PLAINS VINTAGE MX SERIES ENDS ON SEPT. 29 AT RAZOR’S EDGE

A class for everyone and every bike: vintage Post-Vintage, Evolution & Minis. For more information go to www.greatplainsvintagemx.org

• EVERY 2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS GRAND PRIX WINNER AT A GLANCE…WITH ONE GP LEFT

Jorge Prado (1) and Tim Gajser go into the final round of the 2024 World Motocross Championship separated by 7 points this Sunday.

Venue                                                                                450                                             250
Mar. 10…Argentina……………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)……………..Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Mar. 24…Spain #1……………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)……………..Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 7…Sardinia………………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)……………..Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 14…Italy #1..………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)……………..Liam Everts (KTM)
May 5…Portugal………………………………..Pauls Jonass (Gas)…………….Liam Everts (KTM)
May 12…Spain #2……………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)…………….Lucas Coenen (Hus)
May 19…France…………………………………Tim Gajser (Hon)………………Lucas Coenen (Hus)
Jun. 2…Germany……………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)……………..Lucas Coenen Hus)
Jun. 9…Latvia……………………………………Jeffrey Herlings (KTM)………Sacha Coenen (KTM)
June 16…Italy #2……………………………….Tim Gajser (Hon)………………Sacha Coenen (KTM)
June 30…Indonesia #1……………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)………………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
July 7…Indonesia #2………………………….Jeffrey Herlings (KTM)……….Lucas Coenen (Hus)
July 21…Czech Republic……………………..Tim Gajser (Hon)……………….Kay de Wolf (Hus)
July. 28..Belgium………………………………Jeffrey Herlings (KTM)……….Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Aug. 11…Sweden………………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)………………Lucas Coenen (Hus)
Aug. 18…Holland………………………………Jeffrey Herlings (KTM)……….Lucas Coenen (Hus)
Aug 25…Switzerland………………………….Tim Gajser (Hon)……………….Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Sept. 8… Turkey………………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)………………Lucas Coenen (Hus)
Sept. 16…China…………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)………………Lucas Coenen (Hus)
Sept. 29….Spain #3
450 Points leader………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)
250  Points leader……………………………..Kay De Wolf (Hus)

A BIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE: BRITISH-MADE ARMSTRONG CMX450

Armstrong was a British motorcycle company that was best known for attaching itself to other motorcycle brands—when those companies didn’t want to make bikes for themselves. Armstrong bought CCM in 1981 (although CCM would later buy itself back) and supplied the same basic bikes to Can-Am from 1983 to 1987. The CMX450 was a Rotax-powered, 410cc, two-stroke with Marzocchi forks and and Ohlins shock. Armstrong were never sold in America, just their Can-Am clone bikes, which were best known as the Can-Am Sonic.

• WHAT’S LEFT OF THE 2024 RACE SCHEDULES, PLUS THE UPCOMING 2025 AMA SUPERCROSS SCHEDULE

Indy3 Track_2021 Indianapolis Supercross 3-5096The Indianapolis Supercross will be 9th race of the 17-round 2025 AMA Supercross Championship on March 8, 2025. 

2025 AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Jan. 11…Anaheim, CA
Jan. 18…San Diego, CA
Jan. 25…Anaheim, CA
Feb. 1…Glendale, AZ
Feb. 8…Tampa, FL
Feb. 15…Detroit, MI
Feb. 22…Arlington, TX
Mar. 1…Daytona Beach, FL
Mar. 8…Indianapolis, IN
Mar. 22…Birmingham, AL
Mar. 29…Seattle, WA
Apr. 5…Foxborough, MA
Apr. 12…Philadelphia, PA
Apr. 19…East Rutherford, NJ
Apr. 26…Pittsburgh, PA
May 3…Denver, CO
May 10…Salt Lake City, UT

2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Sept. 29….Spain #3

2024 MOTOCROSS DES NATIONS
Oct. 6…Matterley Basin, UK

2024 FIM WORLD SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Oct. 26…Vancouver, Can
Nov. 23-24…Perth, Aus
Dec. 4…Abu Dhabi, UAE

2024 GNCC CHAMPIONSHIP
Sept. 28-29…Millfield, OH
Oct. 26-27…Crawfordsville, IN

2024 3-BROS 24 HOURS OF GLEN HELEN
Oct. 12-13…Glen Helen, CA

2024 WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Nov. 1-3…Glen Helen, CA

2024 THOR MINI O’s
Nov. 23-30….Gainesville, FL

2024 RED BULL DAY IN THE DIRT
Nov. 29-Dec. 1…Glen Helen, CA

2024 AUSTRALIAN SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Oct. 12…Redcliffe, QLD
Oct. 13…Redcliffe, QLD
Nov. 2…Wollongong, NSW
Nov. 17…Adelaide, SA
Nov. 30…Melbourne, VIC

 2024 “SATURDAY AT THE GLEN” MOTOCROSS
Oct. 5…Arroyo track
Oct. 19…Arroyo track
Oct. 26…National track
Nov. 16…Arroyo track
Nov. 23…Arroyo track
Dec. 7…Arroyo track
Dec. 21…National track

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Photos Credits:  Trevor Nelson, Debbi Tamietti, GasGas,  Beta,  Honda, Brian Converse, Kawasaki and MXA archives

MOTO-CHALLENGE QUIZ ANSWER: This is the 1949 Honda Dream D two-stroke.

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