2019 Bikes

OEM Tech: How To Remove The Shock On A 2019 Honda CRF450R (video)

When we get new bikes, it is obviously more fun to focus on the changes we feel on the track. But there are also changes in the garage. Here is the best way that we have found to remove the shock from a 2019 Honda CRF450R.

Posted by Klinger on 3/22/2019 11:25 AM

Mechanic's Files: Cole Seely's Honda CRF450R (video)

Jordan Troxell is becoming a veteran in the pro pits. Lately, he's been wrenching for Cole Seely on the Honda HRC Team. We chat with him to see which parts he thinks are cool on Seely's supercross race bike.

Posted by Klinger on 3/8/2019 7:21 AM

Mechanic's Files: Justin Brayton's Honda CRF450R (video)

We dropped by the SmarTop/Bullfrog Spas/MotoConcepts/Honda rig to talk about Justin Brayton's CRF450R supercross race machine with mechanic Aaron Mrozek.

Posted by Klinger on 2/15/2019 9:51 AM

First Look: 2019 Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition (feature story)

Posted by Klinger on 12/18/2018 4:48 PM

First Look: 2019 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 12/17/2018 9:26 AM

2019 450 Shootout - Vital MX (video)

What's the best 2019 450cc Motocross bike? Check out our latest Shootout to find out when we place these machines against each other: 2019 Honda CRF450R vs Kawasaki KX450 vs. Yamaha YZ450F vs. Suzuki RM-Z450 vs. Husqvarna FC 450 vs. KTM 450 SX-F.

Posted by Klinger on 9/20/2018 11:28 AM

2019 Vital MX 450 Shootout (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 8/16/2018 6:38 PM

KTM may have set the tone, but Honda is going for the one-up with their first ever "Works Edition" CRF450R. More than just a look, Honda added a full titanium Yoshimura slip-on exhaust, a hand ported cylinder head, and its own ECU settings. Beyond that, it also comes with top to bottom coated fo...

Posted by ML512 on 7/23/2018 8:54 AM

Honda has hit the third-year mark on the fifth generation CRF450R, meaning it was time for a mid-gen update. In this case, Honda has attempted to complete the overall handling characteristics of the CRF450R by making a host of frame changes towards the rear of the bike, along with a new swingarm...

Posted by ML512 on 7/23/2018 8:54 AM

2019 Honda CRF450R Works Edition (product)

2019 Honda CRF450R (product)

KTM's 2019 450 SX-F is could be described as a full-production run from their 2018 Factory Edition as the only notable changes were to the shock setting and ECU settings, along with a more standard "look". Of course, the FE we're speaking of had a host of changes, pertaining mostly to the top-en...

Posted by ML512 on 7/21/2018 8:09 AM

2019 KTM 450 SX-F (product)

First Look: 2019 Suzuki RM-Z250, RM-Z450, & RMX450Z (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 7/17/2018 9:01 AM

Since a massive overhaul in 2014, Yamaha's YZ250F instantly shot to the top of Shootout and opinions. Dubbed by many as a mini-450, the YZF had a power character a bit unique in the class and in an overall sense, it was FAST. Since then, it's stayed near the top with some revisions but ultimatel...

Posted by ML512 on 7/17/2018 8:58 AM

2019 Yamaha YZ250F (product)

Vital MX: Building a Supermoto capable 450 can be a bit daunting, along with requiring a list of unique and expensive upgrades. Husqvarna however is trying to make things a bit easier with a model ready right off the showroom floor. For 2019, it's gained all the updates of its upgraded motocross...

Posted by ML512 on 7/10/2018 7:29 AM

2019 Husqvarna FS 450 (product)

Yamaha's 2018 YZ450F was a big overhaul for the brand. With the usual updates such as a new chassis and bodywork but taken a bit further. In the case of the bodywork, there was a big redesign up front to thin up the bike and attempt to reach the same feel as their competition. With a new airbox ...

Posted by ML512 on 6/29/2018 8:57 AM

2019 Yamaha YZ450F (product)

First Impressions: 2019 Husqvarna FC 250, FC 350, FC 450, TC 125 & TC 250 (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 6/22/2018 5:18 AM

First Look: 2019 Husqvarna Motocross and Cross-Country Model Range (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 6/18/2018 3:51 PM

While we test a lot of "new" bikes every year, there are some that really fit the description of all-new well. This year, that label belongs to Kawasaki and the 2019 KX450. The list of parts that didn't change is much shorter than what actually changed as the bike got the biggest overhaul of its...

Posted by ML512 on 6/14/2018 8:09 AM

2019 Kawasaki KX450 (product)

KTM's 350 SX-F has had a few descriptions. For some it's considered the vet's weapon, a few will label it as a "fun" alternative to the big boys of the class (450s), other note it was the machine Antonio Cairoli won multiple world titles on, and some will say it's the bike in their garage alread...

Posted by ML512 on 6/13/2018 10:12 PM

2019 KTM 350 SX-F (product)

KTM has hit another generation with the introduction of their 2019 motocross model range. While each bike has specific updates, the consensus for all their models is a new chassis and associated bodywork and components to give the bikes a more responsive and thinner feel. The 250 SX-F doesn't ju...

Posted by ML512 on 6/12/2018 10:58 PM

2019 KTM 250 SX-F (product)

First Look: 2019 Kawasaki KX450F (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 6/12/2018 5:56 AM

First Look: 2019 Yamaha Motocross and Off-Road Models (feature story)

Posted by ML512 on 6/6/2018 6:52 AM