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Hilde is holding down the fort at MotoUSA’s Southern Oregon HQ. With world-class dirt bike and ATV trails just minutes away, the hardest part is getting him to focus on the keyboard. Two wheels or four, it doesn’t matter to our Off-Road Editor so long as it goes like hell in the dirt.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
KTM brings out a badder version of its mid-size street fighter with the 2010 Duke 690 R. This model promises better engine performance and upgraded suspension.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
KTM might have pulled out of 125cc sportbike racing this year, but it continues to offer new models for young riders with all-new 125 naked concept bikes in Race and Stunt trim.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
KTM is poised to give the motocross world its greatest desire with the introduction of a prototype 2010 KTM 350 SX-F. The new KTM 350 SX-F was released today at the EICMA show in Milan, Italy.
Friday, November 06, 2009
We used the SG12 boots from Gaerne for motocross and off-road competition, plus countless fun rides. These dirt bike boots are some of the best available.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
After a brief introduction to the new QuadSport Z400 we wanted another go around with the popular sport quad to get a better appreciation on mixed off-road and dune riding.
Monday, November 02, 2009
The third round the Australasian Supercross Championship series in Perth happened this past weekend with defending champion Chad Reed missing out on the first-place spot on the podium.
Friday, October 30, 2009
The rumors and spy photos are now confirmed - Chad Reed will race alongside Ryan Villopoto on the Monster Energy Kawasaki team in 2010.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Dustin Wimmer repeated as the AMA ATV MX champion for the factory Yoshimura Suzuki team. We decided to see what's so special about his QuadRacer R450 and borrowed it for a day.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Nate Kanney took a thrilling win at the Klotz Ironman GNCC dirt bike race, but it was Paul Whibley who quietly went about securing the series championship.
Monday, October 26, 2009
KTM's Taddy Blazusiak wins the 2009 Geico Powersports EnduroCross Championship with a win in Denver with one round left in Vegas.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Kawasaki has taken some off-road tidbits from the Teryx UTV and sprinkled them on the Mule 610 to make the popular work vehicle a bit more playful for 2010.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Over 65 teams took on the brutal 24-hour challenge at Glen Helen last weekend with the pro division competing for a $5000 purse.
Friday, October 16, 2009
We test the new 2010 Thor Force Composite Helmet and find the good and bad traits of this mid-price dirt bike helmet.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
KTM’s rally racing ace, Cyril Despres, conquered all comers in the Egyption sand for the 2009 Pharaons Ralley aboard his KTM 690 rally dirt bike.
Friday, October 09, 2009
James Stewart hasn't missed a beat despite not racing all summer. He picked up his winning ways tonight in Las Vegas for the first half of the USSX.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Two Husqvarna motorcycle dealers were forced to pay $180,000 for a mistake by the DMV. Read both sides of the story.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Kawasaki updates its popular mini dirt bike for 2010 which makes the KLX110 even better for kinds and adults alike. It also introduces the KLX110L with more performance capabilities.
Monday, October 05, 2009
Geoff Aaron picks up his first career endurocross win during the fourth round of the Geico E3 Spark Plugs AMA EnduroCross event held at Columbus, Ohio last weekend.
Monday, October 05, 2009
Barefoot Motors embraces green technology with the EUV M-1 electric ATV. We test the eco-friendly 4-wheeler at the company's headquarters in Ashland, Oregon.
Friday, October 02, 2009
Gas Gas expands its line of dirt bikes with a new 250cc 4-stroke. The Spanish OEM brings more motorcycles to America than you might think, not even counting their trials bikes.
