Mechanic's Files: Joey Savatgy's Kawasaki KX450 0

Justin Shantie talks about what makes Joey Savatgy's Monster Energy Kawasaki KX450 a full-factory supercross machine.

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Innermost: Colby Raha 1

Check out this pretty in-depth interview Evergood did with freestyle motocross rider Colby Raha.

Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 10:00 PM

Onboard: Steward Baylor - 2018 Wade Farm Full Gas Sprint Enduro

Hop onboard with Steward Baylor as he takes on this year's Wade Farm Full Gas Sprint Enduro.

Posted by GD2 on 12/18/2018 9:34 AM

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JGR / Yoshimura / Suzuki Factory Racing Announces Team Roster for 2019 Supercross Season 2

The JGR / Yoshimura / Suzuki Factory Racing team roster for the 2019 Supercross season looks very similar to 2018, with the addition of Chad Reed.

Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 2:57 PM

First Look: 2019 Team Honda HRC 2

Honda releases its official team photos of Ken and Cole gearing up for the 2019 AMA Monster Energy Supercross Series.

Posted by Klinger on 12/17/2018 2:39 PM

RAW: Dean Wilson on a Husqvarna TC 250 3

A raw video of Dean Wilson riding a two-stroke Husqvarna? Sounds like a good start to the week to us.

Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 11:06 AM

2019 Vital MX 250 Shootout 21

What 2019 250 should you snag this holiday season? We've got the video portion done for those of you that want to know who was first, who was last, and what happened in-between. Click through to check out our 2019 250 Shootout.

Posted by ML512 on 12/7/2018 9:41 AM

First Look: 2019 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition 8

The latest 450 SX-F Factory Edition from KTM has something more in store than usual...

Posted by ML512 on 12/17/2018 9:27 AM

Austin Forkner's Vlog - First Day in California on a 450 1

Austin Forkner is the latest rider to jump into the world of moto vlogs, and in his first video he trains on a 450 in California. Check it out.

Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 9:05 AM

2018 Torino Supercross - Race Highlights

The commentary isn't in English, but here's some footage from this past weekend's Torino Supercross event.

Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 10:53 AM

Christian Craig Fractures Thumb in Practice Crash

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Posted by GD2 on 12/17/2018 11:21 AM

Dunlop's Broc Glover, Part 2 | The Inside Line Podcast

This is part two of our conversation with Broc Glover. This one moves forward on his career timeline, including his time at Dunlop, and a whole host of other topics.

Posted by GuyB on 12/16/2018 7:24 PM

Injury Report: Glenn Coldenhoff - Broken Wrist and Multiple Compression Fractures in Back 1

Glenn Coldenhoff has released an update on his condition after there was news that he had a pretty bad crash while practicing yesterday.

Posted by GD2 on 12/15/2018 2:51 PM

Supercross Life - Luke Clout

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Posted by GD2 on 12/15/2018 2:23 PM

Justin Bogle - Comeback Captain 2

Justin Bogle is looking fresh and ready to have a comeback year in 2019.

Posted by GD2 on 12/15/2018 2:27 PM

Lorenzo Locurcio Signs with Team KMS / Legends and Heroes for 2019 Supercross 3

Lorenzo Locurcio announced today that he will contest the 2019 250 East Coast Supercross Championship with Team KMS / Legends and Heroes.

Posted by GD2 on 12/15/2018 2:59 PM

Gavin Faith Announces Retirement from Professional Racing 1

Gavin Faith has announced his retirement from professional racing following the back injury he sustained towards the end of this year's AMSOIL Arenacross Championship. Click through to read his full post on social media.

Posted by GD2 on 12/15/2018 2:42 PM

12 Days of MXmas: Boyesen 268

Boyesen can easily handle a gift idea solution, no matter whether your recipient prefers two-strokes or four-strokes.

Posted by GuyB on 12/14/2018 5:56 PM

Hunter Lawrence on Joining GEICO Honda and Racing in the U.S. 1

Hunter Lawrence is the latest rider to come over to the U.S. after racing the MX2 World Championship for a few years. Listen in as he talks about his journey up to this point and what he expects out of his rookie year.

Posted by GD2 on 12/14/2018 11:50 AM

First Impression: 2019 Honda CRF250RX 5

Is the RX the right prescription for you? If you ride more than just the track, then it just might be.

Posted by Klinger on 12/14/2018 9:06 AM

FLY Racing - 2018 GNCC Championship Recap 1

Click through to watch FLY Racing's recap video of the 2018 GNCC Championship, which features several of their sponsored riders including Grant Baylor, Josh Strang, Trevor Bollinger, and more.

Posted by GD2 on 12/13/2018 6:14 AM

12 Days of MXmas: ODI 259

Need bars or grips for your favorite rider? ODI can help with that.

Posted by GuyB on 12/13/2018 11:30 AM

JGR / Yoshimura / Suzuki Factory Racing and Answer Racing Agree to Multi-Year Deal 2

JGR / Suzuki Factory Racing's 250 team of Jimmy Decotis, Alex Martin, Kyle Peters, and Enzo Lopes will all be wearing a new brand of gear next year.

Posted by GD2 on 12/13/2018 11:03 AM

12 Days of MXmas: Scott 336

As we get closer to Christmas, the urgency to make sure you’ve got some dialed in gifts increases. Scott has some ideas of goodies that’d make great things for the riders on your list.

Posted by GuyB on 12/12/2018 12:36 PM

Dean Ferris - Made for the Next Step

Hear Dean Ferris talk about why he got into motocross and why he loves it so much, and also enjoy the sweet edit Fox Racing Australia put together of him throwing down some motos.

Posted by GD2 on 12/12/2018 3:12 PM

FMF - ISDE 2018 with Team USA 1

Check out some footage of Team USA from this year's International Six Days Enduro event.

Posted by GD2 on 12/12/2018 8:58 AM

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With a year of rally racing under his belt, Andrew Short gets ready for arguably the hardest, most brutal off-road race in the world - the Dakar Rally

Posted by Klinger on 12/11/2018 3:13 PM

12 Days of MXmas: Leatt 317

Do you need some head to ankle gift ideas? Leatt can help. Oh, and you can win all of this stuff.

Posted by GuyB on 12/11/2018 10:43 AM

Onboard: Kyle Bitterman - 2018 Victory Sports Indoor Series

Go onboard with Kyle Bitterman during the Main Event of the third round of the 2018 Victory Sports Indoor Series.

Posted by GD2 on 12/11/2018 2:16 PM

Bike Of The Day: 2016 Yamaha YZ250 3

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Posted by Klinger on 12/11/2018 8:49 AM

Social Scoop 1

Check out the latest edition of the Social Scoop. This week we've got a retirement of a very successful racer, JGR preps for Snocross, Cody Webb has moves, Carson Brown rips on an XR200, and more!

Posted by ML512 on 12/11/2018 6:16 AM

12 Days of MXmas: Answer Racing 261

Whoa...a lightweight fiberglass shell helmet, equipped with MIPS technology for under $300? That’s pretty sweet!

Posted by GuyB on 12/10/2018 10:29 AM

Onboard: Zane Merrett - 2018 Mini Os

Ride along with Zane Merrett as he finds himself locked in several different battles during one of his motos at this year's Mini Os.

Posted by GD2 on 12/9/2018 2:25 PM

Dean Wilson's Vlog - Catching Up with Luke at Milestone MX 3

In Dean Wilson's latest vlog he catches up with Luke, who was the winner of Dean's bike giveaway contest, at Milestone MX. Check it out.

Posted by GD2 on 12/9/2018 2:23 PM

Dunlop's Broc Glover, Part 1 | The Inside Line Podcast 6

This week's guest is Broc Glover. We cover a ton of ground in this one, from his early days and championships to a crack at the GPs, but that’s only the half of it. This one is a two-parter, and we’ll post up the second half of the conversation in a few days.

Posted by GuyB on 12/7/2018 5:00 PM

Throwback: Bar to Bar 2015

Kill some time this weekend with the 2015 edition of one of our favorite Supercross video series, "Bar to Bar".

Posted by GD2 on 12/8/2018 8:55 AM

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