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2011 OSSA TR280i First Ride

Tuesday, February 07, 2012
OSSA is back in the motorcycle game with its new TR280i trials bike. We spend a day with the fuel-injected two-stroke and get reacquainted with the brand.

2012 Husqvarna TC449 Comparison

Wednesday, January 04, 2012
Husqvarna’s new and improved TC449 is designed for the American motocross market. Find out what it’s like to ride in this review.

2012 Can-Am Spyder Roadsters First Ride

Friday, December 16, 2011
Motorcycle USA heads to sunny SoCal for a spin on the latest Can-Am three-wheelers, the full touring edition 2012 Spyder RT and the sportier 2012 Spyder RS-S with its new Fox shocks.

2012 Can-Am Outlander 1000 XT First Ride

Monday, November 28, 2011
Can-Am unleashes the 2012 Outlander 1000 XT sport utility ATV with more brute muscle than quad riders have seen before. We ride the new BRP product to see how it behaves.

2012 Husqvarna TE511 Comparison

Monday, November 21, 2011
MotoUSA put the 2012 Husqvarna TE511 up against the 2012 Beta 520 RS in a desert dual sport showdown. Read on to find out how the big Husky fared after two days of desert blasting.

2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer First Ride

Friday, October 28, 2011
Moto Guzzi's V7 Racer is a retro-styled machine that gives the joy of a classic bike with the reliability of a modern motorcycle. Find out what we thought of this cool looking Guzzi in this First Ride article.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part VI

Saturday, October 08, 2011
Recently crowned TTXGP champ Steve Atlas provides an inside look at the days leading up to the final round of the championship in this latest edition of racing Brammo’s electric superbike - the Empulse RR.

2012 Husqvarna TC250 First Ride

Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Husqvarna has revamped the TC250 for 2012 in a bid to make it more competitive with the rest of the Lites class. Did Husky succeed? Find out in the 2012 Husqvarna TC250 First Ride article.

2012 Husqvarna TC449 First Ride

Monday, September 12, 2011
For 2012 the Husqvarna TC449 has received a host of updates and revisions. Did these changes create a better 450-class motocrosser? Find out in the 2012 Husqvarna TC449 First Ride article.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part V

Wednesday, September 07, 2011
TTXGP champ Steve Atlas gets his electric racing journey up to speed right before his crowning achievement in this latest installment of racing Brammo’s electric superbike the Empulse RR.

2012 Beta 350RR First Ride

Monday, August 08, 2011
MotoUSA got a chance to ride the soon to be released 2012 Beta 350 RR in the hills of Central California. Read on to see what we thought of this mid-sized Italian off-roader.

2011 Beta 400 RR First Ride

Monday, July 25, 2011
MotoUSA gets a chance to test something out of the ordinary and the 2011 Beta 400 RR is a unique enduro dirt bike. We rode the Beta around the trails of Southern Oregon.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part IV

Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Road racer Steve Atlas brings us up to speed on the latest testing Brammo has put its Empulse RR through in preparation for the next TTXGP race at Laguna Seca this weekend.

2011 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE Review

Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Once a Euro-only model, the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE makes its American debut and Motorcycle USA gets a tastes of the quirky Italian ride.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part III

Thursday, May 26, 2011
Brammo completely dominated the electric field at the TTXGP opener at Infineon Raceway. Get the full scoop from the man behind the controls of the Brammo Empulse RR.

2012 Kymco People GT 300i First Ride

Wednesday, May 18, 2011
The newest model in the Kymco Scooter line is the People Gt 300i. See what MotoUSA Associate Editor Justin Dawes has to say about the large wheeled scoot in this first ride article.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part II

Tuesday, May 10, 2011
The MotoUSA Brammo electric racing project faced some motor issues last time around. Could the Brammo crew turn it around with week prior to the big event? Read part II of MotoUSA’s electric superbike racing project and find out.

2012 Kymco Downtown 200i First Ride

Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Kymco has added a smaller 200cc version of the already popular Downtown scooter. Associate Editor Justin Dawes spent two days in the southern port city of Charleston, South Carolina, putting the new scoot through its paces.

Electric Superbike Racing: Brammo Part I

Friday, April 29, 2011
Our racetrack ringer gets the call from Brammo to compete in the TTXGP race at Infineon. Check out MotoUSA’s first impression of the Empulse RR racebike.

2011 Zero X First Ride

Thursday, March 31, 2011
We take the 2011 Zero X electric motorcycle for a test ride on trails around the company headquarters in Santa Cruz, California.

2011 Zero MX First Ride

Friday, March 25, 2011
Electric motorcycle development gets a jolt with the 2011 Zero MX. This battery-powered dirt bike has seen updates across the board to make it easier to own and better on the track.

2011 Can-Am Commander 1000 XT Review

Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Equipped with a 2011 Can-Am Commander 1000 our contributor tore up the Oregon Dunes to uncover the UTV billed as one of the top sport utility machines in the industry.

2011 Husqvarna TXC449 First Ride

Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Equipped with Husky's 2011 TXC449 our dirt junkie hits the open stretches of the Mojave Desert for a full assessment of the new build.

Brammo Enertia Commuter Update

Thursday, January 27, 2011
Motorcycle USA gets to know the Brammo Enertia a little better as a commuter ride in this electric motorcycle review.

2010 Zero DS Comparison Review

Monday, December 06, 2010
See how the 2010 Zero DS holds up in our 2010 Electric Motorcycle Comparison.

2010 Brammo Enertia Comparison Review

Monday, December 06, 2010
See how the 2010 Brammo Enertia holds up in our 2010 Electric Motorcycle Comparison.

2010 Beta 400 RR Review

Wednesday, November 10, 2010
In an effort to take the road less traveled our contributor tested the 2010 Beta 400 RR, a non-conventional enduro machine which proves there's more to be had outside of common brands.

Norton Commando 961 First Ride

Friday, September 24, 2010
This month our vintage motorcycle expert throws his leg over the Norton Commando 961, a complete re-design by ex-Triumph designer, Simon Skinner, and Norton Motorcycles CEO, Stuart Garner.

2010 CSC Volusia & Custom Trikes Quick Ride

Monday, September 06, 2010
We got to sample two of California Sidecars' most recent offerings at Sturgis, the Heritage Softail-styled Volusia trike and the sporty three-wheeler known as the CSC Custom.

2010 Husaberg FE450 Race Test

Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Our ISDE test rider takes the Husaberg FE 450 through the gauntlet formally known as the Idaho City AMA ISDE qualifier. Read on to see how the 'Berg faired under racing conditions.

2010 Kymco Yager GT 200i Review

Thursday, August 26, 2010
Our scooter expert delivers his most recent review of the Kymco Yager GT 200i, a Chinese-built scooter with excellent handling and sturdy design for under $3,500.

2011 Husqvarna TC449 First Ride

Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Husqvarna has introduced an all-new motocross bike in the 2011 Husqvarna TC449. This premier-premier class machine uses unique suspension and chassis design to set itself apart from the competition.

2011 John Deere Gator XUV 825i First Ride

Friday, June 25, 2010
John Deere enters the sport UTV realm with a crossover model to blend the American manufacturer’s long-standing work prowess with aggressive styling and performance for recreational enthusiasts.

2010 Royal Enfield Bullet Classic C5 Review

Friday, June 11, 2010
Now sporting EFI, Royal Enfield motorcycles are once-again gaining in popularity. We take a spin on the British-turned-Indian firm’s retro-themed Bullet Classic C5.

2011 Husqvarna SM630 Supermoto First Ride

Wednesday, April 07, 2010
We test the 2011 Husqvarna SM630 supermoto dirt bike in Italy. The Husqvarna SM630 supermoto motorcycle brings all the fun of a dirt bike to the street.

2011 Husqvarna TE630/SM630 First Ride

Wednesday, April 07, 2010
Husqvarna Motorcycles releases two early models with the 2011 Husqvarna TE630 dual sport and 2011 Husqvarna SM630 supermoto. We headed to Italy for a first ride on these Husky motorcycles.

2010 Zero Motorcycles First Ride

Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Zero Motorcycles is a leader in electric motorcycle technology and the first company to market four production E-bikes which it recently introduced at Daytona Bike Week.

2010 MV Agusta F4 First Ride

Monday, March 22, 2010
Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta has given its flagship superbike, the 2010 MV Agusta F4, a complete makeover, including a new frame and swingarm to complement its fine Italian styling.

2010 Husqvarna TE250 Quick Ride

Friday, March 12, 2010
Husqvarna introduces small-bore dual sport riders to a new class of machine with the 2010 TE250. We put some miles on this new street-legal dirt bike.

2010 MV Agusta Brutale 1090RR First Ride

Monday, February 15, 2010
Our motorcycle friends across the pond give us a first ride assessment of the MV Agusta Brutale 1090RR.

2010 Husqvarna TXC 250 First Ride

Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Husqvarna makes good use of its new 250cc 4-stroke motor with the 2010 TXC 250 cross-country model. We take the new Husky dirt bike for a quick test.

2009 Can-Am DS 450 EFI X mx ATV Review

Thursday, December 17, 2009
We take Can-Am’s baddest motocross ATV for a ride on the Oregon Coast. The 2009 DS 450 mx put its considerable motor to use in the sand dunes for a few days of gritty testing.

2010 Husqvarna TE310 Dirt Bike Review

Thursday, December 03, 2009
Husqvarna offers the only true middleweight dirt bike that is street legal. The 2010 Husqvarna TE310 is a dual sport motorcycle that gets minor upgrades this year.

2010 Sachs MadAss 125 Review

Thursday, November 26, 2009
Motorcycle USA’s scooter contributing editor tosses a leg over the odd Sachs MadAss 125, something of a small-displacement hybrid between motorcycle, moped and scooter.

2010 Husaberg FX 450 First Ride

Wednesday, October 21, 2009
A racier version of the FE 450, the Husaberg FX 450 is a dirt bike aimed at cross-country racing and GP-style competitions. Motorcycle USA takes a spin.

2010 Kymco Scooters First Ride

Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Motorcycle USA visits Asheville, North Carolina to sample the sizeable KYMCO scooter inventory, including the all-new Downtown 300i maxiscooter.

2010 Barefoot Motors EUV M-1 ATV Review

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.

Track T800CDI Diesel Motorcycle Quick Ride

Monday, September 21, 2009
Our British buddies at MCN sent us a few riding impressions from a recent outing on Evaproducts Track T800CDI diesel motorcycle. Here's what MCN's Chris Newbigging had to say.

2009 Beta 525 RS Motorcycle Review

Friday, September 18, 2009
A long-term review of the 2009 Beta 525 RS and RS-supermoto gave us a taste of how Italy combines supermoto and dual sport motorcycles. We tested the Beta in multiple forms of dirt bike riding.

2010 Can-Am Spyder RT First Ride

Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Can-Am set out to build “The Next Best Thing” in the form of its three-wheeled touring motorcycle. Climb on as Motorcycle USA takes you on our 2010 Can-Am Spyder RT First Ride.
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