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Marchbanks and Masterpool's bikes were loaded up to be taken back to the shop on Friday, after it became clear neither would be racing. Michael Lindsay
We had a feeling that Drew was going to make an appearance after seeing this early Friday morning. Michael Lindsay
A few hours later, a number 98 appeared though. Michael Lindsay
Adams flew in mid-day Thursday, rode that afternoon. Then went back to the test track on Friday and burnt a few motos to get the visual clearance from Mitch himself to race Saturday. He's also in for Glendale but with other riders returning, Arlington is questionable? Michael Lindsay
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Tire grooving is common in the 250 class, but not the 450s. Michael Lindsay
It's always cool to peek at the notes on the PC mechanics' toolboxes. Michael Lindsay
Welcome to the big leagues Drew. Michael Lindsay
One of the most stressed/busy men in the pits right now, Jacob Hayes. Michael Lindsay
Yes, please. Michael Lindsay
Triumph Racing Boxo, must have torx bits inside. Michael Lindsay
Sadly, Jorge Prado will be out for the remainder of Supercross with his shoulder injury. Get well soon Jorge. Michael Lindsay
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We still want Gelato... Michael Lindsay
The One Industries crew had a surprise for Beaumer. Michael Lindsay
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The ISRT guys are one of a few running Maxxis tires. Michael Lindsay
FCP was ISRT's title sponsor for the weekend. Michael Lindsay
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The team's bikes are adorned with FCP parts, including their offset steering races. Michael Lindsay
And of course their engine mounts. This top mount isn't the one you see for sell, it's actually a test part the team is testing out. Michael Lindsay
KYB on a KX450? Michael Lindsay
KYB PSF1 air forks on a KX450...hmmm... Michael Lindsay
Main event? Michael Lindsay
The MRPSB Racing team is a new addition to the paddock this year.
Michael's Reno Powersports Stan Benson Racing is a collaborative effort between two entities that wanted to build a new program. Michael Lindsay
They have engines by XPR. Michael Lindsay
And a slew of sponsors. Michael Lindsay
They're also the only Pirelli-supported team in the paddock, currently. Michael Lindsay
FCP engine mounts... Michael Lindsay
Rain...rain...rain... Michael Lindsay
Lopes is back! Michael Lindsay
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Gary Martini, Ross Maeda, and Dave Arnold. The amount of knowledge and experience here is insane. Michael Lindsay
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Production forks, no A-kit here. Michael Lindsay
The Phoenix crew went from gold to white for the shroud logo. Michael Lindsay
New hats from Phoenix Racing, which you can buy! Michael Lindsay
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Tire warmers? Michael Lindsay
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On some of the colder rounds, we've seen teams get their tires up to temperature before the night show or main events begins. Michael Lindsay
JuJu carries the red plate to Glendale. Michael Lindsay
Should we start a moto toolbox wars? Michael Lindsay
Very clean. Michael Lindsay
The gum is a nice touch. Michael Lindsay
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Michael Lindsay
Very nice, very nice. Michael Lindsay
The ClubMX crew is always switching it around between white, black, grey, and blue on their bikes. Michael Lindsay
ASV is making a big push in the pits this year. Michael Lindsay
The ClubMX crew had new airbox lids, the same ones that Star introduced in SMX last year with Deegan and MXGP teams have had for a couple years now. Michael Lindsay
Another look at the "ram air" style airbox lid. Michael Lindsay
WE WANT WHITE DUNLOP STICKERS! Michael Lindsay
Electric water pump life. Michael Lindsay
So far this season, the red plate moves every round in the 450 class. Michael Lindsay
The Monster Energy Yamaha crew have this cart for mud Supercross rounds where you can't wash next to the semis. Michael Lindsay
Engine cases, wheels, suspension cases, generators, and more are stowed away in the top of the Yamaha 450 rig. Michael Lindsay
One Schrader valve equals outer tube pressure for air fork assist.
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Two Schrader valves mean inner and outer chamber pressures for air assist fork.
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The man behind them, Mark Johnson from REP. Michael Lindsay
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The HRC crew use a production axle. Michael Lindsay
Ex-offroad racer, Ryan Abbotoye, applying new graphics to the back of the HRC semi. Michael Lindsay
Shimoda started the day out with a full bark buster but kept hitting his outside fingers on it, so he swapped to a regular handguard. Michael Lindsay
Nice new laptop graphics there Hutch. Michael Lindsay
Shimoda had to make a quick pit stop in the first practice session to retape his broken fingers. Michael Lindsay
We want Roczen's Instincts, please. Michael Lindsay
Three bikes, one rider. The AEO crew had a rough San Diego, leaving them with one healthy rider for A2. Michael Lindsay
The AT82 tire is making the rounds in the pits. Michael Lindsay
Danger, pegs. Michael Lindsay
Looks like the Triumph crew added a new but now familiar logo across the pits. Michael Lindsay
Yes, Progressive now has branding on Triumph's bikes...along with Honda HRC, HEP Suzuki, Red Bull KTM, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna, and Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing's 450 program. Michael Lindsay
Triumph branded GET GPU indicator. Michael Lindsay
A relief hole is drilled in the top of the rear brake caliper to better release heat. Michael Lindsay
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Clean. Michael Lindsay
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FXR always nails the details. Michael Lindsay
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Harriman had a big one in practice. Michael Lindsay
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Anderson and Fahie after Ando's podium. Michael Lindsay
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Congrats on the one-year anniversary, see you all next weekend. Michael Lindsay
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