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Dunlop Geomax MX51/MX31 Motocross Tire

Friday, February 20, 2009
Dunlop releases its successor to its wildly popular and versatile D756 soft-intermediate terrain tire. Meet the new Geomax MX51 motocross tire.

Firstgear Kilmanjaro Jacket and TPG Pants

Thursday, February 19, 2009
After 2000 miles in the saddle during a sweltering summer, Firstgear’s Kilmanjaro 4.0 Jacket and TPG Escape Pants are reviewed.

Ogio 9800 Gear Bag Product Review

Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Motorcycle USA tests the massive Ogio 9800 MX gear bag. Read if this bag is right for you.

H-D Screamin' Eagle Gear Bag Review

Thursday, February 12, 2009
Motorcycle USA provides its review of Harley-Davidson's Screamin' Eagle Nylon Equipment Bag after putting it to the test lugging it through airports around the country.

RK Race Kit Sprocket and Chain Review

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Changing motorcycle sprockets and chains on your dirt bike is made simple by changing both with a RK Sprocket Kit.

Sportbike Suspension Tuning Book Review

Thursday, February 05, 2009
In his informative book, Motojournalist Andrew Trevitt imparts his wisdom on the complex world of sportbike suspension and tuning.

GoPro Hero Wide-Angle Product Review

Tuesday, February 03, 2009
We put GoPro's latest motorsports wide-angle on-board camera to the test.

Icon Accelerant Waterproof Boots Review

Thursday, January 29, 2009
Motorcycle USA's resident lady track day rider kept her eyes on the skies for a chance to test out her Icon Accelerant Waterproof Boots.

Risk Racing Magnetic LED Light-Mine Review

Tuesday, January 27, 2009
The Light-Mine is a handy gadget, with a wide-angle LED and 12 powerful magnets that allow you to stick it to any steel surface.

Rekluse z-Start Pro Clutch Review

Thursday, January 22, 2009
Automatic clutches are a hot aftermarket part for the dirt bike market and Rekluse makes one of the most unique. The Rekluse z-Start Pro has a manual override so it's the best of both worlds.

Icon Airframe Motorcycle Helmet Review

Tuesday, January 20, 2009
When it comes to motorcycle gear, you never skimp on the helmet. Check out Motorcycle USA's review of the Icon Airframe Helmet.

Tagger Designs Product Review

Thursday, January 15, 2009
Style is everything, and it doesn't get much cooler than a custom painted helmet. We had Tagger Designs throw some spray on a dome for us - check it out.

Penske Racing Shocks 8987 Shock Review

Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Looking to take your sportbike to the next level? MotoUSA tests Penske Racing Shocks 8987 shock absorber where it was designed: the racetrack.

Product Review Cafe Racer the motorcycle

Thursday, January 08, 2009
Break out the Brylcreem, throw some Eddie Cochran on the turntable,grab that old studded leather jacket and take a ride back in time to the glory days of cafe racers in this book by Mike Seate.

Diamond Back Dual Sport Pannier Review

Tuesday, January 06, 2009
We tested the Diamond Back Dual Sport pannier during our 2008 DR-Z400S test, and rode alongside a similar set mounted on a KLR650.

Joe Rocket Alter Ego 2.0 Jacket Review

Thursday, January 01, 2009
The Joe Rocket Alter Ego 2.0 Jacket survived through the riding season. Read Motorcycle USA's report on how it weathered the storm.

U-Tag Ice Review

Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Staying safe while riding is always a top priority. We test U-Tag's latest invention.

Bazzaz Performance Z-Fi Traction Control Unit

Thursday, December 25, 2008
Bazzaz Performance brings superbike levels of technology to the street with its Z-Fi line of engine management products. Follow along as MotoUSA tests out its Z-Fi Traction Control unit.

H-D Men's Complete Leather Jacket Review

Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Harley-Davidson's Motorclothes line is almost as popular as its motorcycles. Read on to see how H-D's Men's Complete Leather Jacket stood up to the last six months of testing.

Shoei VFX-W Off-Road Helmet Review

Thursday, December 18, 2008
Shoei releases its all-new VFX-W off-road motorcycle helmet. Follow along as MotoUSA gives it a test.

Pirelli MT 43 Pro Trials Tire Review

Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Pirelli offers a trials tire that isn't even aimed at competitive trials riding. This tire has a much wider range of purpose.

Faster Ultimate Edition DVD Review

Tuesday, December 16, 2008
The ultimate MotoGP film now comes in an Ultimate Collector’s Edition, with its sequel and a bonus film – The Doctor, The Tornado and The Kentucky Kid.

Hell Ride DVD Review

Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Motorcycle USA reviews this modern biker B-movie, with Larry Bishop’s Hell Ride.

Product Review Shift 967 Leather Jacket

Friday, December 05, 2008
Motorcycle USA put Shift Racing's 967 Leather Jacket through a full season of bike tests and road trips and came away with these impressions.

MotoGP 08 Video Game Review

Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Just in time for the holiday season the Motorcycle USA review of the MotoGP 08, the only place you’ll ever pass Rossi.

Alpinestars Royal Drystar Jacket

Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Motorcycle USA contributing editor Frank Melling tests the Alpinestars Royal Drystar Jacket.

Arai RX-7 Corsair Review

Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Motorcycle USA correspondent Frank Melling tests the Arai RX-7 Corsair Helmet.

Product Review H-D Carbon Kevlar Half Helmet

Friday, November 28, 2008
Harley-Davidson set us up with one of the lightest motorcycle helmets we've encountered, the 1.75-lb Carbon Kevlar Half Helmet.

Sidi Sport Rain Boots Review

Thursday, November 20, 2008
For our wet weather plagued editor, some water resistant boots were essential. Good thing he grabbed some Sidi Sport Rain Boots.

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx GPS Review

Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Getting lost can be fun sometimes, but thanks to the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx GPS, it only happens when we want it to.

Thor Motocross Impact Rig SE Product Review

Monday, November 17, 2008
Thor Motocross offers full protection in the form of the Impact Rig SE. This underarmor provides hard and soft protection and plenty of ammenities.

Product Review Scala Rider Q2

Monday, October 27, 2008
Cardo Systems improved its Scala Rider in the form of the Q2 that now provides for motorcycle-to-motorcycle communication, which comes in handy in this profession.

DVD Review Choppertown The Sinners

Friday, August 22, 2008
Watching "Choppertown The Sinners" is like turning the pages back on time, as Rico Fodrey and his So Cal Sinners crew follow a different drummmer.

Review Harley-Davidson Profile Goggle

Thursday, August 21, 2008
Harley-Davidson has put valuable R&D time in developing a line of stylish, high-quality eyewear for riders, including the versatile Profile Goggle which we've put to the test.

Bridgestone Battlax BT-016 Hypersport

Tuesday, August 05, 2008
MotorcycleUSA spoons on a set of Bridgestone's all-new multi-compound rubber, the Battlax BT-016, on its 2008 Yamaha YZF-R1 project bike.

DVD Review Stefan Everts MX Training

Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Stefan Everts is the foremost expert on proper sand-riding form. Class is in session.

DVD David Knight Iron Man of Enduro

Friday, July 18, 2008
The Duke Video crew chose the most dominant rider in today's off-road scene to feature. David Knight is undeniably the best all-around rider for the time being, and truly is the Iron Man of Enduro.

Product Review Shift Torque Jeans

Wednesday, July 09, 2008
The Shift Racing Torque Jeans have everything a biker could ask for in a solid riding pant - rugged construction in a good-looking jean that fits as prescribed.

Scorpion Nip Tuck Jacket Review

Wednesday, July 02, 2008
The Scorpion Women's Nip Tuck Jacket has styling that would make male riders envious. We asked MotorcycleUSA's resident female sportbike rider Misty Taylor to put the jacket to the test.

Joe Rocket Science Helmet Review

Friday, June 20, 2008
With an aggressive, aerodyamic design and insane graphics, the Joe Rocket Rocket Science Helmet has seen its share of action over six months of testing.

Shift Racing Fuel Street Shoe Review

Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Everyone loves a good pair of sneakers, and the Shift Racing street shoe is the one to have.

Shift Faction MX Gear Review

Thursday, June 12, 2008
Fresh moto duds are the best. It's tough to hide that smile when a fresh set of gear arrives, and even harder when the shipping label reads From: Shift Racing.

HeliBars Hayabusa Handlebars Review

Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Riders looking to take a little stress off their wrists and to ease the aggressive sportbike ergos can benefit from HeliBars handlebars and risers.

Joe Rocket Steel Pants Review

Tuesday, June 03, 2008
The Joe Rocket Steel Pants deliver the casual denim blue jean look and comfort with the extra protection of steel-reinforced nylon.

PowerStands Tire Warmers Review

Tuesday, May 27, 2008
PowerStands Digital Tire Warmers will have your motorcycle's tires heated up and ready to attack the track in no time.

StormMasters Socks Review

Tuesday, May 20, 2008
StormMasters, a New Zealand-based operation sacrificed two sets of off-road socks - the overworked, underappreciated footwear to our smelly gearbag.

Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa Tires Review

Monday, May 19, 2008
When it came time to melt some rubber for our 2008 Supersport Shootout, MotorcycleUSA tapped out the World Superbike-developed Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa tires.

Product Review Icon ARC Overpant

Friday, May 16, 2008
MotorcycleUSA's VP of Operations tested out a set of Icon's versatile ARC Overpants on a recent outing to the Oregon Coast.

AXO Air Cage Review

Thursday, May 01, 2008
Riding dirt bikes is inherently dangerous and we strap on every piece of motorcycle gear we can get our hands on, including the AXO Air Cage.

Alpinestars Supertech R Vented Boot Review

Tuesday, April 29, 2008
MotorcycleUSA tests Alpinestars top-of-the-line road race boot: the Supertech R Vented.
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