Articles By JC Hilderbrand - Off-Road Editor

JC Hilderbrand
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He’s been called dirty for plenty of reasons, but Hilde always likes it best when it involves two wheels. Riding crappy bikes since age 13 and devouring every moto mag in sight, he’s an off-road enthusiast through and through.

2008 Honda CRF230L Comparison

Monday, July 14, 2008
As entry-level dual-sport bikes, both models are totally redesigned. These two small-bore motorcycles offer tons of cheap potential.

2008 Yamaha XT250 Comparison

Monday, July 14, 2008
As entry-level dual-sport bikes, both models are totally redesigned. These two small-bore motorcycles offer tons of cheap potential.

2008 Honda CRF230L vs Yamaha XT250

Monday, July 14, 2008
As entry-level dual-sport bikes, both models are totally redesigned. These two small-bore motorcycles offer tons of cheap potential.

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.

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.

2008 Suzuki RM Z450 Off Road Test

Monday, June 02, 2008
We flogged the 2008 Suzuki RM-Z450 at a recent WORCS round to see how the fuel-injected motocross weapon handled itself off the MX track.

Motocross Hangtown Results Rnd 2/12

Monday, June 02, 2008
James Stewart continues his quest for a perfect season with another dominating performance in Sacramento, CA.

Motocross Glen Helen Results Rnd 1/12

Sunday, May 25, 2008
There can be no doubts about James Stewart's health after watching the Monster Kawasaki rider sweep the opening round at Glen Helen.

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.

Supercross Las Vegas Results

Sunday, May 04, 2008
Chad Reed prov exactly why he deserved the title by rising to the challenge capping his '08 campaign in winning fashion.

Supercross Seattle Results

Sunday, April 27, 2008
Kevin Windham took one more victory as the Supercross season winds down with the finale next weekend in Las Vegas.

2008 BMW R1200GS Adventure First Ride

Tuesday, April 22, 2008
We ride BMW's best-selling motorcycles, the R1200GS and GS Adventure, for two days through a springtime Arizona desert.

Supercross St. Louis Results

Saturday, April 19, 2008
The entire Eastern Region AMA Supercross Lites championship was funneled into the main event tonight in St. Louis. Tonight was a microcosm of the entire series with Canard jumping out to a victory in Heat 1 and RV taking Heat 2. The stage was set for a final-moto showdown.

2008 Honda CRF450R Comparison

Wednesday, April 09, 2008
It took a long time to get dialed in, but the wait was worthwhile after sampling the amazing motorcycles offered in MotoUSA's 2008 450 Motocross Shootout.

2008 Suzuki RM-Z450 Comparison

Wednesday, April 09, 2008
It took a long time to get dialed in, but the wait was worthwhile after sampling the amazing motorcycles offered in MotoUSA's 2008 450 Motocross Shootout.

2008 Kawasaki KX450F Comparison

Wednesday, April 09, 2008
It took a long time to get dialed in, but the wait was worthwhile after sampling the amazing motorcycles offered in MotoUSA's 2008 450 Motocross Shootout.

2008 Yamaha YZ450F Comparison

Wednesday, April 09, 2008
It took a long time to get dialed in, but the wait was worthwhile after sampling the amazing motorcycles offered in MotoUSA's 2008 450 Motocross Shootout.
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