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2009 Baja Beach Bash Ride Report

Monday, July 27, 2009
We tag along for the 2009 Baja Beach Bash with Johnny Campbell, Cameron Steele and Tim Morton to raise dust and money in the name of charity.

Renner Breaks Record at Red Bull High Rise

Monday, July 27, 2009
Freestyle motocross motorcycle riding star Ronnie Renner sets a new motorcycle jump record at the Red Bull High Rise.

OMA-KTM Dual-Sport Motorcycle Tours

Wednesday, July 22, 2009
We hook another ride with our local tour guides at OMA-KTM for a dirt bike tour through southern Oregon. A three-day, two-night dual-sport motorcycle tour took us nearly 460 miles.

2010 Yamaha YZ250F First Look

Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Yamaha has made huge changes to the YZ250F for 2010, but not in the sense that you might have thought. Take a look at the redesigned Yamaha YZ250F motocross bike and wait for a full review.

2010 Honda CRF250R First Look

Friday, July 10, 2009
Already a dominating presence in the 250 MX class, the Honda CRF250R joins the ranks of the fuel-injected motocrossers for 2010.

2010 Husaberg FE 390, FX 450, FS 570

Monday, July 06, 2009
The new 2010 Husabergs are breaking cover. The sadistic Swedish marketers have released a teaser video to get us all salivating over three new 'Bergs.

Hot Cams Honda CRF256R Project Bike

Wednesday, July 01, 2009
We turned to Jay Clark to see what can be done with a stock Honda CRF250R to make it even better. Once the motocross project bike was finishedit came back, out

Snowshoe GNCC University

Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Fans get even closer to the action at the MotorcycleUSA.com Snowshoe GNCC University where professional Yamaha team riders give pointers and tips on how to ride faster and smarter on dirt bikes and ATVs.

2010 Suzuki RM-Z250/RM-Z450 First Look

Thursday, June 25, 2009
Suzuki unveiled its 2010 line of motorcycles today, an event highlighted by the new fuel-injected 2010 RM-Z250.

2010 Suzuki RMX450Z First Look

Thursday, June 25, 2009
Suzuki beefs up its off-road motorcycle line-up with the release of its new enduro, the 2010 RMX450Z.

RawHyde Adventure Rider Challenge

Wednesday, June 24, 2009
JC survives the BMW RawHyde Adventure Rider Challenge and after taking part in some brutal obstacle courses he brings back an amazing story.

2010 Kawasaki KX250F and KX450F First Look

Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Kawasaki pulls the tarp off its 2010 KX motocross lineup including the KX450F, KX250F and KX85. These Kawasaki dirt bikes get updates to help keep them at the top of motocross racing competition.

2010 Husqvarna Dirt Bike First Look

Friday, June 12, 2009
The first wave of info on 2010 model bikes has arrived from Husqvarna motorcycles. New suspension across the board and a new motor for the TE250 make the headlines.

Dubach Racing Honda CRF450X Review

Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Honda makes a go-fast trail bike in the CRF450X, but Dubach Racing Development wanted to take it to the next level. The result is this West Coast dirt bike racer that lives to gobble up the miles.

2009 Rocket Exhaust Honda CRF250R

Thursday, May 28, 2009
Rocket Exhaust transforms MotoUSA's 2009 Honda CRF250R motocross off-road motorcycle into a motocross racing motorcycle. Check it out in this motocross motorcycle review.

2009 KTM 450 XC-W Long Term Update

Thursday, May 14, 2009
MotoUSA test rider Chilly White has been living with the 2009 KTM 450 XC-W every since our first ride. He fills us in on what life is like with the orange enduro motorcycle.

Lynn Hodges Interview

Wednesday, April 15, 2009
We check in with the owner of Pro Moto Billet/Fastway Performance, Lynn Hodges, for a quick update on his dirt bike products and involvement with snow bikes.

Dirt Bike Tire Change Guide

Wednesday, April 08, 2009
A twelve-step guide to performing an old-fashioned rear wheel tire change on a dirt bike, be it at home or on the trail.

Jawbone Canyon OHV Day Ride

Friday, April 03, 2009
We all need to find new places to ride so MotoUSA loaded up a pair of Yamaha WR dirt bikes and headed out to Jawbone Canyon OHV to explore the Mojave Desert outside of Los Angeles, California.

Dirt Bike Axle and Chain Adjustment

Friday, March 20, 2009
Keeping your chain and axle in good shape is important basic maintenance. Here is a quick guide to keep your rear wheel rolling smoothly.

Oakley On the Pipe 5 Premiere

Friday, February 13, 2009
Oakley hosts a movie premiere party for a new freestyle/motocross dirt bike film titled On the Pipe 5 at their headquarters in Southern California.

2009 BBR MM12P Race Bike First Look

Wednesday, January 28, 2009
BBR Motorsports is trying to keep the mini field competitive and affordable as the economy continues to slip. The MiniMoto 12" Production Race Bike is an inexpensive pit bike platform for serious racing.

2009 Honda CRF250R Project Motorcycle

Tuesday, January 27, 2009
The winner of MotoUSA's 2009 250F Motocross Shootout gets turned over to the folks over at Rocket Exhaust for a full conversion into a factory level motocross race bike.

Meet Danny LaPorte, MX Racing Legend

Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Brad Lackey introduces the captain of Team USA for the Nor-Cal Classic Vintage MX National, Danny LaPorte. The former factory rider was a star in American and Europe.

The Red Bull Compound

Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Take a look inside Red Bull's Southern California dirt bike motorcycle training center, where Red Bull pros like FMX star and New Year's Eve stunter Robbie Maddison ply their trade.

Brad Lackey AHRMA Vintage MX Series

Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Brad Lackey gives a preview of the 4th Annual Nor Cal Classic vintage motocross race in Northern California on March 28 and 29, 2009.

Utah Gold - Dual-Sports in Moab

Monday, January 12, 2009
This dual-sport adventure takes us through the impressive landscape of southeastern Utah, across the border to Colorado and back again on the 2009 BMW F800GS.

Florida Court Ruling on ATV Death

Wednesday, January 07, 2009
A recent ruling by the Florida Supreme Court could have devastating implications for youth motorcycle and ATV riding in the state.

New Year No Limits: History Made!

Thursday, January 01, 2009
Robbie "Maddo" Maddison and Rhys Millen defy the laws of physics, rewriting the pages of history in the process. MotoUSA was there to take it all in.

Red Bull New Year No Limits - Day 1

Tuesday, December 30, 2008
We catch up with Robbie Maddison on the eve of his harrowing world record attempt, set to ring in the New Year in a big way.

Red Bull New Year No Limits Preview

Monday, December 29, 2008
Ringing in the New Year Red Bull-style and we will be on the scene

Kawasaki Supports MX Movie Free Style

Monday, December 22, 2008
Kawasaki promotes upcominig motocross inspired film Free Style at Piru motocross park in Piru, CA.

Pursang 450 Dirt Bike First Look

Monday, December 22, 2008
Two men from Spain intend to give the Bultaco Pursang a rebirth of sorts with a new motorcycle company called Pursang.

2009 Beta Off-Road Motorcycles First Look

Thursday, November 27, 2008
Beta Motor Company is back for 2009 with 50-state legal dual-sports, enduros, auto clutches and some limited edition race machines.

Steve Hatch Riding Tip - ISDE Organization

Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Steve Hatch knows a thing or two about the ISDE. Half of the battle is done behind the scenes, so check out some helpful hints that will make your racing program more organized.

2009 Aprilia MXV 450 First Look

Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Aprilia has finally come out with a motocross version of its V-Twin off-road machine. The MXV 450 is the first production V-Twin motorcycle for MX use.

Red Bull Experiment 3 Santa Monica

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Red Bull's Ronnie Renner proved that he's mastered the science of big air Friday night when he created a new world record for the highest air off of a quarterpipe at 59 feet 2 inches.

Riding The Trans-America Trail

Thursday, October 16, 2008
America's greatest motorcycle adventure can offer all the challenges of an off-continent voyage without ever stamping your passport.

Kauai Garden Island Dual-Sports

Tuesday, October 14, 2008
We made the right choice bringing off-road capable dual-sports on the tour because as great as it is to check out the tourist traps, it is the road less travelled that put this ride over the top.

2009 Honda CRF450R First Look

Friday, September 05, 2008
MotorcycleUSA takes a look at the next generation Honda CRF450R. Follow along and find out what the new motocross bike is all about.

Steve Hatch Riding Tips-Preparation

Monday, August 04, 2008
Multi-time off-road champion, Steve Hatch, has joined MotoUSA.com to offer some of his many insights. His regular columns here are supplemental to his all-inclusive website.

2008 RiderDown Baja Bound Adventure

Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The ride started as a conversation between Baja Bound Adventures and RiderDown Foundation, two enthusiast groups who live to ride and enjoy giving back to the sport we all love. This benefit took them into the heart of Baja California.

2009 Monster Kawasaki KX-F Models

Friday, June 20, 2008
For 2009, the KX and KX-F models are available in a special set of Monster livery with black plastic and green accents, including trick green wheel hubs and black rims.

2009 Kawasaki KX450F/KX250F 1st Look

Tuesday, June 17, 2008
A fuel-injected diet gives the new KX450F a fresh form while the KX250F gets even edgier styling and a revised chassis.

2009 Suzuki RM-Z450/RM-Z250 1st Look

Sunday, June 15, 2008
Suzuki raised the stakes in 2008 by equipping the RM-Z450 with fuel injection, but the 2009 version isn't making nearly the splash of excitement with only aesthetic upgrades for the new model.

2009 Yamaha WR450F/WR250F First Look

Friday, June 13, 2008
The 450/250F markets are the fastest changing off-road motorcycle demographics in the industry. That's why it's pretty surprising to see that the 2009 Yamaha off-roaders are completely unchanged.

2009 Yamaha YZ450F/YZ250F First Look

Friday, June 06, 2008
Yamaha unleashes the specs for its 2009 lineup of YZ dirt bikes, featuring the YZ250F and YZ450F motocross racebikes.

On Any Sunday Reunion Report

Friday, May 23, 2008
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and other worthy causes were the perfect reason to get the cast of the iconic On Any Sunday together for a fund raiser.

2008 KTM Adventure Tours

Thursday, March 20, 2008
We tag along on one of the most popular motocycle rides on the West Coast - the KTM Adventure Tours with Scot Harden.

2008 Big Air Kids Fair

Monday, February 04, 2008
Members of the motocross community checked in on patients at the Loma Linda University Children's Hospital and dispensed their own brand of two-wheeled medicine.
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