We packed “The Weekly Feed” full of recent merchandise from Dubach Racing Development , Nihilo Concepts and Central Powersports Distributing; take you on a visit down Daytona Supercross reminiscence lane then get you updated with our newest video releases on Dirt Bike Magazine’s YouTube channel. Oh, did we point out the “World Record Setting Surron” we examined constructed by KC Powersports in California?
- DAYTONA HISTORY
This 12 months’s Daytona Supercross was thought-about one of many hardest in current historical past. At least, that’s what many of the riders mentioned. But, Daytona has an extended historical past of “toughest ones ever.” Most Daytona historians would think about 1987 the one which takes the actual prize. That was when Northern California Honda rider Ricky Ryan grew to become the primary privateer to win a championship-level Supercross.
Days of rain had reworked the monitor right into a quagmire. Back then, Gary Bailey was the monitor designer and he got here up with the notion of burying phone poles within the sand so the whoops may retain some form even within the worst situations. These have been undoubtedly the worst situations. One of these phone poles claimed Ron Lechien in a warmth race–nearly nobody obtained by means of the 4 heats and two semis with out falling. When it got here time for the principle, Ryan obtained the holeshot whereas Ron Leichien and Rick Johnson crashed out early. Then it was all about survival–whoever obtained into the lead appeared doomed to instantly fail. Those riders included Rodney Smith, Keith Bowen and George Holland. Of all of them, it was Bowen who appeared like he had the very best shot. On the final lap, nonetheless, he caught a rock in his countershaft sprocket and got here to a sudden halt. That allowed Ryan to take his historic win. “I hurt my knee pretty badly at the Gainesville National last week,” he mentioned. “All I wanted to do was come here to stay in the points.” Holland was second and Yamaha mounted Jeff Stanton took the primary podium of his profession in third.
ELECTRIC BIKE NEWS
STORM BEE REVIEW
- The Surron Storm Bee has been out for a few 12 months. Unlike the smaller Light Bee and Ultra Bee, this can be a full-sized bike. Surron by no means meant it to be a race bike, however the guys at KC Powersports put collectively a crew on the final 24 Hours of Glen Helen, with the thought of setting a world report. We don’t know if the fellows at Guinness took time away from the “How Many Golf Balls Can I Fit In My Mouth?” undertaking to take be aware, however the KC Team of Scott Takara, Allen Morales, Cody Mario, Dylan Kelly, Sarah Marquette and Chris Broomell accomplished 44 laps across the 10-mile course and completed fiftieth general. We have the very same bike within the store proper now and we adore it. You would by no means know what it’s been by means of.
THE FIM VS. STARK
At a press convention held at Villa La Angostrua, Argentina) on eighth March 2024, in the course of the first MXGP occasion of the season, Infront proposed to introduce a separate Electric Support Class alongside MXGP occasions. Ben Cobb, the CEO of stark Future responded instantly.
“As CEO and Founder of Stark Future, I firmly believe that segregating electric bikes into a separate class undermines the essence of true competition in motocross. Our mission is to break barriers and showcase the potential of electric technology on equal footing with internal combustion engines, Motocross thrives on innovation and pushing boundaries, and segregation only hinders our collective progress towards a more inclusive and dynamic sport. World Trials have done a great job on including Electric with combustion and have shown that when the platform is competitive it has it’s place amongst combustion counterparts.”
FIM E-XPLORER SERIES CONTINUES
FIM E-Xplorer World Cup introduced that Oslo, Norway, is confirmed to host Round 2 of the 5-Round Championship, on 3-4 May 2024. The opening spherical in Osaka, Japan noticed debutants Team HRC take the highest step within the general standings after a stellar efficiency at their house venue. Following shut behind and aiming to surpass them in Oslo was Robbie Maddison Racing, adopted by one other rising crew, INDE Racing, securing the ultimate podium place. The three groups on the rostrum have been all within the Hyperclass class, in addition to the crew that completed solely 3 factors behind INDE Racing, Gravity. In the person standings, Sandra Gomez (INDE Racing) dominated for an general first place, Francesca Nocera (Team HRC) completed the day in second, whereas Tanja Schlosser (Gravity) was the day’s third quickest feminine rider. Both Gomez and Schlosser ran on Stark, giving the producer a double podium within the Women’s class. Jorge Zaragoza (Robbie Maddison Racing) was the quickest male rider, Tosha Schareina (Team HRC) ended the day in second place whereas Dylan Woodcock (Bonnell Racing) took third place on the rostrum – a very spectacular efficiency. This efficiency additionally assured Bonnell Racing first place within the GT class, forward of PCR-e Sur-Ron Factory Team, Caofen with Bivouac Osaka, and AUS-E Racing.
NEW PRODUCTS
DUBACH RACING DEVELOPMENT G-2 TWO-STROKE EXHAUST
They have been producing efficiency 4-Stroke exhaust programs for nearly twenty years now however the crew at Dubach Racing Development have lastly launched a whole line of 2-Stroke exhaust. The G-2 exhaust line shall be out there in for hottest 65, 85, 125, 150, 250, 300cc 2-Stroke motocross fashions. beginning March 15, 2024. KTM, Gas Gas and Husqvarna fashions shall be in inventory and out there for buy beginning March 15, 2024. Check out their web site for extra data : www.dubachracing.com
NIHILO SPEED BLUE RACE PADS
Nihilo Concepts Speed Blue Race Pads ship unmatched efficiency and sturdiness on your 2023-2024 KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS 50 in addition to the the electrical minis. (See fitment beneath.) Experience unbelievable stopping energy, warmth resistance, and reduce brake fade – push your limits and dominate the competitors.
Price: $32.95
Contact: www.nihiloconcepts.com
Features:
- Race-Ready Performance: Stop on a dime and conquer each nook.
- Built to Last: Durable development for prolonged use.
- Unleash the Power: Experience superior stopping energy for final management.
- Beat the Heat: High resistance to warmth prevents brake fade, sustaining peak efficiency.
Fitment:
2023-2024 KTM 50 SX
2023-2024 Husqvarna TC 50
2023-2024 GASGAS MC 50
2023-2024 KTM SX-E 5
2023-2024 KTM SX-E 3
2023-2024 Husqvarna Motorcycles EE 5
2023-2024 Husqvarna Motorcycles EE 3
2023-2024 GASGAS MC-E 5
2023-2024 GASGAS MC-E 3
CENTRAL POWERSPORTS DISTRIBUTION ANNOUNCES R-TECH PLASTICS AGREEMENT
R-Tech is without doubt one of the main plastic corporations in Europe providing plastics for nearly each EOM; Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husaberg, Husqvarna, Gas-Gas, Beta, Sherco. In the upcoming months we are able to count on to see plastics for fan favorites, the Yamaha T-7, and Surron. In Europe they’re supporting groups reminiscent of Beta’s EnduroGP crew, Bud Racing Kawasaki, Fantic, and Husqvarna’s JET Zanarno. In the United States their most notable crew selecting R-Tech plastics is Pro Circuit Kawasaki. In the 250 West Coast Supercross area rider Levi Kitchen is main the factors standings, with Cameron McAdoo following a detailed 2nd within the East Coast, after Austin Forkner’s get off in Arlington.
CPD’s Mark Berg is happy with the brand new partnership, stating:
“CPD is beyond excited to be introducing R-Tech plastics into the USA for distribution and sales! R-Tech is at the forefront of quality plastic kits and motocross products, they deserve to be in the USA with a strong effort and we can’t wait to work with them as a partner for the USA.”
CPD at the moment imports and distributes notable OEM bike manufacturers reminiscent of Rieju, Electric Motion, SWM, and AJP, all whereas persevering with so as to add extra aftermarket off-road-specific manufacturers to their rising portfolio. R-Tech is a superb addition to the CPD household of manufacturers already in distribution, together with X-Grip, FunnelWeb Filters, S3 Parts, Viral Brand Goggles, and Trick Bits Protection components.
For extra data on changing into an R-Tech/CPD seller, please e-mail [email protected] for extra data. To study extra about R-Tech and their merchandise, go to https://www.rtechmx.com/
DIRT BIKE VIDEO ROULETTE
We have model new movies being launched on a regular basis on our YouTube channel by our video editor Travis Fant, listed below are only a few of our newest releases!
2024 KOVE 250 MOTOCROSS BIKE
First issues first, the Kove is a really cool bike. It is, so far as I do know, the primary actual motocross bike from China. Most different bikes from mainland Asia are copies of one thing else, however the Kove is its personal beast. It has a DOHC six-speed motor that Kove produced in cooperation with close by Zongshen. The high finish, clutch and most components are made by Kove. The suspension is by one other Chinese firm known as Yu An and the brakes are by one more Chinese firm known as Taisko. Virtually all the pieces is sourced in China, which permits the MSRP to return in at $5999
2024 TRIUMPH TF250X TEST
Dirt Bike Magazine was invited to Gatorback Cycle Park in Gainesville, Florida to check the ALL NEW Triumph TF250X. This bike is totally totally different than the opposite motocross fashions in the marketplace. No its not a duplicate or a duplicate from one other producer. This is 5 years within the making and Triumph is all in on offroad bikes shifting ahead.
2024 KX450X TEST
Dirt Bike Magazine exams the 2024 Kawasaki KX450X in Southern California after some good rain. The X mannequin is similar to the motocross mannequin in exception to its AT81 tires, kickstand and softer valved suspension. The all new bike has a brand new sensible telephone engine tune app, new engine, new Brembo entrance brake system, new air field, new body, new exhaust, and extra! See what editor Mark Tilley needed to say after a full day of using tight single monitor and broad open west coast model terrain!
DIRT BIKE MAGAZINE VLOG ADVENTURES
We obtained an odd ball bike to check! The Kove 250 motocross bike from China. How good is it? We additionally take a look at the 2024 BETA 450RX. In this Dirt Bike Vlog we ship a uncooked and unfiltered video whereas testing these two fashions at Glen Helen Raceway. See what editors Mark Tilley and Ron Lawson must say in addition to Pete Murray and Jared Hicks. If you’re on the lookout for a video sequence to have some laughs and study new bikes…that is the one for you! Enjoy one other behind the scenes take a look at Dirt Bike Magazine.
