Bike Tests

The Latest Episodes

Ohlins Suspension Test

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We teamed up with Ohlins USA to test out a drop in fork kit and full rear shock that you can purchase direct from Ohlins to give you some feedback on the characteristics of the suspension and some information on what's available from Ohlins - Ft. Peter Novacek and Rob Woodard!

2023 KX250 Race Bike Build

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While our original "budget" build plans for this bike got blown out of the water once Race Tech's Engine Services department got their hands on it, we knew when they told us they wanted to show off what they could really do to the engine that we'd be in for a treat.

MX Tire Selection

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We head out to Glen Helen Raceway to review Dunlop's offering of MX tires with 3 common track condition scenarios - Soft, Medium, and Hard pack - to help you with your tire selection.

1999 KX250 Splitfire Pro Circuit Kawasaki Build Pt. 2

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In Episode Two, Greg strips down the frame to have it sand blasted, and whiles parts are still rolling in, he's scored some factory goodness from the web.

1999 KX250 Splitfire Pro Circuit Kawasaki Build Pt. 1

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We teamed up with Greg Hitchko to bring you this awesome '99 KX250 Splitfire Pro Circuit Kawasaki 2 stroke build series.

Whiskey Throttle Spotlight – ’88 YZ490

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In our latest Whiskey Throttle Spotlight we're showcasing a gorgeous 1988 YZ490 build by our friend Justin McMurrich.

Big Bore Race Honda CRF270 By Twisted Development

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Ping and our newest addition to the team, test rider Jason Fichera rip a 2021 Honda CRF270 race bike built by the team over at Twisted Development.

Factory Hardware – Cameron McAdoo’s Pro Circuit KX250SR

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We caught up with Derik Dwyer, Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki mechanic to walk us through Cameron's 2023 KX250SR and show us some of the bling on the bike that makes it different than the bikes us regular guys ride.

Factory Hardware – Pierce Brown’s ’23 TLD Gas Gas Factory Edition Race Bike

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Take a close up look at Pierce Brown's factory race bike bling with this walkthrough with his mechanic, Jake Isaac in the A1 pits.

2023 Honda CRF 450R 80’s Factory Race Team Throwback Budget Build

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We built a 2023 Honda CRF 450 keeping 2 things in mind - go after that 80's Factory Race team look and keep it budget friendly. With a few aftermarket add-ons and some fresh graphics, we've got a great looking bike that performs well on the track.

Yamaha TTR Lineup

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We head out to "Uptwin Ranch" in Murrieta, California to give you a look at the Yamaha TTR 125 and TTR 230 and their off-road capabilities.

Ken Roczen’s Pro Circuit YZ250 Straight Rhythm Bike Test

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We ride the 2022 YZ250 smoker custom built by Mitch Payton at Pro Circuit for Ken Roczen to compete in the 2022 2-stroke only Red Bull Straight Rhythm. Hear what Ping thinks about the build, suspension, and motor in this full bike test and review at Fox Raceway in Pala, Ca.

2023 Yamaha YZ450F First Ride and Review at Star Racing Yamaha GOAT Farm

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We got to check out the the brand new 2023 YZ450F at the Star Racing Yamaha Facility GOAT Farm in Cairo, GA.