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Articles By JC Hilderbrand - Off-Road Editor

JC Hilderbrand
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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.

Lake Havasu WORCS ATV Results

Monday, March 30, 2009
Round 3 navigated the Lake Havasu terrain where the Can-Am duo of Jeremie Warina and Josh Frederick were unstoppable in the Pro ATV class.

2009 KTM 250 XC-W Motorcycle Review

Monday, March 30, 2009
If anyone builds a competitive 2-stroke these days it’s KTM motorcycles. The KTM 250 XC-W is one of the most popular ring-dinging enduro dirt bikes and regularly competes at every level of off-road motorcycle racing.

Toronto Supercross Results

Saturday, March 28, 2009
The Rogers Centre played host to some exciting and influential racing in both divisions. The battle rages in Supercross and a Lites champion was crowned.

2009 KTM 450 SX ATV Review

Friday, March 27, 2009
We took the already potent 2009 KTM 450 SX ATV and make it a high-end racer. Hinson Clutch Components spearheaded the effort and guided our project sport quad, and the result was a track-shredding motocross ATV.

Lake Havasu WORCS Results

Monday, March 23, 2009
Ricky Dietrich and fellow Kawisaki rider Taylor Rober take top spots with KTM Rider Mike Brown rounding out the top three in Lake Havasu, AZ.

St Louis Supercross Results

Saturday, March 21, 2009
Chad Reed upstaged James Stewart yet again in AMA Supercross to retain the championship lead. The Lites class featured a brand new winner inside the Edward Jones Dome.

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.

2009 Yamaha WR250F Motorcycle Review

Thursday, March 19, 2009
Yamaha didn't change its popular enduro dirt bike for 2009, but the WR250F remains one of the best ways to have off-road fun on two wheels.

2009 Airline Fox Gear Review

Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Fox Racing knows how to make high-quality gear that looks hot, but we're worried about staying cool as warmer temps are on the horizon. Try the 2009 Fox Airline motocross gear.

New Orleans Supercross Results

Saturday, March 14, 2009
Supercross returned to the Big Easy with action inside the Louisiana Superdome. New Orleans hosted Round 11 with the stakes at an all-time high.

Daytona Supercross Results

Saturday, March 07, 2009
Mother Nature cooperated this year at Daytona but the Ricky Carmichael-designed track was unlike anything the riders have seen this year.

2009 Honda Rincon ATV Review

Wednesday, March 04, 2009
We climbed aboard the 2009 Honda Rincon to see what Big Red’s largest displacement utility ATV was really capable of.

Indianapolis Supercross Results

Saturday, February 28, 2009
Once again the motorcycle community has converged on Indianapolis, this time for Supercross racing. The score is tied once again for premier class dominance.

2Moto Snow Bike Motorcycle Review

Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Taking a dirt bike into the snow usually winds up being more trouble than it's worth, but not with 2Moto. This Idaho-based company has created a new genre of powersports called snow bikes using the motorcycle concept.

Atlanta Supercross Results

Saturday, February 21, 2009
East Coast Lites resumed action as the series headed to Georgia where challenging and changing track conditions provided exciting Monster Energy AMA Supercross racing.

Lead Ban Video Explanation

Friday, February 20, 2009
Lead Ban

2009 Kawasaki KFX450R ATV Review

Thursday, February 19, 2009
Take a look at Kawasaki's versatile 2009 KFX450R sport ATV. This carryover quad model is still effective for both motocross and trail riding, with an emphasis on the off-road arena.

San Diego Supercross Results

Saturday, February 14, 2009
James Stewart and Chad Reed draw neck-and-neck in the title chase while the star Lites riders continue the scrap in San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium.

Ground Zero Snow Bike Race Report

Friday, February 13, 2009
Watching dirt bikes with snow skis and powerful tracks tear around a golf course is about the coolest thing we've seen this year. Check out our recap and video of the 2Moto Ground Zero event in McCall, Idaho.

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.
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