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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2019 KTM MX/SX Team Intros

KTM rounded up all their U.S.-based race teams ahead of the '19 season, so we could see the new riders on the track, and get a chance to sit down with several of the rider and crew members. There's some interesting stuff in here.

Posted by GuyB on 10/19/2018 7:27 PM

Watch: 2018 Red Bull Straight Rhythm Pre-Show

With Red Bull Straight Rhythm less than a day away, it's time to set the stage.

Posted by GD2 on 10/19/2018 7:24 PM

MX World: Season 1, Episode 1 - The Drive to Compete

Click through to watch the first episode of "MX World", which focuses on Antonio Cairoli, Jeffrey Herlings, and Jorge Prado as they take on one of the toughest tracks of the MXGP series, Lommel.

Posted by GD2 on 10/19/2018 3:22 PM

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As a professional motocross trainer and ex-pro mountain bike racer, its a bit of a shock that Aldon Baker is adding some electricity to his program.

Posted by Klinger on 10/19/2018 8:10 AM

MX World: Season 1 Trailer 1

Following the success of "MX Nation", Red Bull has released a trailer for the first season of "MX World", which will focus on the MXGP World Championship.

Posted by GD2 on 10/18/2018 3:18 PM

Alta Motors Shutters Operations 9

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Onboard: Jordon Smith - 2018 Monster Energy Cup

Ride along with Jordon Smith as he battles for a top 10 finish in the third Main Event of the 2018 Monster Energy Cup.

Posted by GD2 on 10/17/2018 3:31 PM

The Goods AIMExpo Edition: Round 3

Thor talks about their hydro packs, Slipshot talks about its very unique automatic holeshot device, and FXR runs through their top of the line gear and new price-point boots.

Posted by Klinger on 10/17/2018 3:14 PM

RAW: Ryan Dungey - Red Bull Straight Rhythm Prep on a Two-Stroke 11

Enjoy some raw footage of Ryan Dungey riding a two-stroke KTM in preparation for this year's Red Bull Straight Rhythm.

Posted by GD2 on 10/17/2018 9:51 AM

Onboard: Derek Drake - 2018 Monster Energy Cup

Go onboard with amateur Troy Lee Designs / Red Bull KTM rider, Derek Drake, during the second Amateur All-Stars Main Event at the Monster Energy Cup.

Posted by GD2 on 10/17/2018 3:31 PM

Bike Of The Day: 1984 Honda CR500 8 24

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Posted by Klinger on 10/16/2018 4:02 PM

Building the Red Bull Straight Rhythm Track

Get a peek at the process of building the track for the 2018 Red Bull Straight Rhythm event.

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Christian Craig | The Inside Line Podcast, Presented by Thor

Christian has faced some major hurdles in his career but has come back to the sport with a new motivation. Learn more about Christian’s journey in the latest episode.

Posted by GuyB on 10/16/2018 3:14 PM

Bloodline 2

Brian Deegan has a new documentary that covers not only his career, but also checks in with his racing family. He also covers a lot of other topics in here, too, and is worth a listen.

Posted by GuyB on 10/16/2018 2:42 PM

Social Scoop 3

Check out the latest edition of the Social Scoop. This week we venture to an epic location with Tom Parsons, beer bongs replace pit boards, epic fail with Graham Jarvis, Ryan Villopoto sign a new lucrative deal, and more!

Posted by ML512 on 10/16/2018 8:57 AM

FLY Racing Unveils Special Edition Lite Hydrogen Gear Color at Monster Energy Cup 1

If you've been looking to buy a new set of gear, FLY Racing may have the perfect option for you.

Posted by GD2 on 10/15/2018 9:38 AM

New Number. Who Dis? 7

Thomas Covington got in the first laps on his new U.S.-based Rockstar Energy Racing Husqvarna today.

Posted by GuyB on 10/15/2018 5:23 PM

Good, Bad, 'n Ugly: Monster Energy Cup

With big bucks on the line, things sometimes get weird.

Posted by GuyB on 10/15/2018 3:44 PM

RAW: Dean Wilson - Gnarly Outdoor Track 5

Dean Wilson has shared more raw footage of him riding, and this time he's practicing on a pretty gnarly outdoor track. Check it out.

Posted by GD2 on 10/15/2018 12:40 PM

View From The Floor: Monster Energy Cup 3

Time to make it rain, as Eli Tomac becomes the third rider to win the Monster Million.

Posted by GuyB on 10/15/2018 2:06 AM

Dirt Shark - 2018 Motocross of Nations

Tag along with the Dirt Shark as he lurks around this year's Motocross of Nations.

Posted by GD2 on 10/15/2018 12:36 PM

Onboard: Conrad Mewse - 2018 Maxxis British Motocross Championship

Hop onboard with Conrad Mewse during the final race of the 2018 Maxxis British MX2 Motocross Championship.

Posted by GD2 on 10/15/2018 12:39 PM

The Goods AIMExpo Edition: Round 2 3

Technical Touch, KYB, Xtrig, Polisport, and GPR Stabilizers

Posted by Klinger on 10/14/2018 2:47 PM

Eli Tomac: "I was laser-focused..." 1

After a pair of relatively easy main event wins, it came down to the third race to clinch another win and a million dollar prize. That's when he had to charge through the pack.

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Joey Savatgy: "The bike is unreal..." 2

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Posted by GuyB on 10/14/2018 3:16 AM

2018 Monster Energy Cup: Race Highlights

Click through to watch the highlights of the 2018 Monster Energy Cup.

Posted by GD2 on 10/13/2018 11:01 PM

Vital MX Pit Bits: 2018 Monster Energy Cup 2

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Posted by ML512 on 10/13/2018 8:34 PM

Results Sheet: 2018 Monster Energy Cup 3

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Posted by GD2 on 10/13/2018 12:35 PM

Watch: 2018 Monster Energy Cup - Final Qualifying Session 1

Click through to watch the final qualifying session of the Monster Energy Cup.

Posted by GD2 on 10/13/2018 3:56 PM

Vital Links: 2018 Monster Energy Cup 30

Here are all of the links that you'll need to keep up with today's racing action.

Posted by GD2 on 10/13/2018 12:10 PM

Monster Energy Supercross: The Video Game 2 - Announcement Trailer

Milestone has dropped an announcement trailer and some screenshots of their latest project, which is Monster Energy Supercross: The Video Game 2.

Posted by GD2 on 10/13/2018 2:43 PM

The Goods AIMExpo Edition: Round 1 1

Bell Helmets, Scott Goggles, Scosche, and UFO Plastics.

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2018 Monster Energy Cup Pre-Race with Reed, Tomac, Stewart, Anderson, and Musquin 4

Holy star-studded pre-race. Get the scoop from some of the major players at what they've got going on before a shot at the Million tomorrow night.

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Watch: 2018 Monster Energy Cup Press Conference

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Onboard: Kevin Windham & Travis Pastrana - 2018 Motocross of Nations 3

Hop onboard with two legends, Travis Pastrana and Kevin Windham, as they take a parade lap around RedBud at the Motocross of Nations. Travis attempts a backflip, too.

Posted by GD2 on 10/12/2018 7:52 AM

Vital MX Pit Bits: MXoN 3

There was a whole lot to see at RedBud, both on the track and off.

Posted by GuyB on 10/11/2018 3:13 AM

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