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Model year 2022 is here and showrooms are finally beginning to fill up. We already have first looks from KTM, Husqvarna, Sherco, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Beta. Honda has also released its 450s. So far, we have a mixed bag of some prices that are holding steady and others that are going up. Most KTM and […]
KTM just announced that its 2022 dual-sport bikes will be arriving in dealers soon. Additionally, the XCF-W line, which is closely related to the dual-sports will be available. On the two-stroke side of the fence, the 300XC-W, 250 XC-W and 150XC-W were released. The official press release follows. KTM North America, Inc. is pleased to […]
Husqvarna just released its first wave of 2022 models. This batch includes motocrossers (FC450, FC350, FC250, TC250 two-stroke and TC125 two-stroke) and competition cross country models (FX350, and TX300 two-stroke). In the mini category, the TC 50, TC 65, TC 85 and EE 5 were also announced. The official press release appears below. Delivering unmatched […]
Honda provided the first images and details for 2022 today. All of the CRF450 performance bikes were shown. This includes the 2022 CRF450R, complete with new mapping and suspension specs. Also, the CRF450R Works Edition will be back with similar changes along with the CRF450RX cross-county model, the CRF450X off-road bike and the CRF450RL dual-sport. […]
Kawasaki just released several 2021 models including a new 300cc dual-sport and a 300cc supermoto built on the same platform. The official word from Kawasaki appears below. The all-new 2021 Kawasaki KLX®300 motorcycle is designed to provide unlimited on- and off-road fun for riders of all skill levels. Staying true to its roots, the all-new […]
TM has shown most of its new motorcycles for 2021. The small Italian company has a very large line of two-strokes and four-strokes in both motocross and enduro configuration. The features that they all have in common are KYB forks, TM-made rear shocks, hand-welded aluminum frames, hydraulic clutches and a combination of Nissin and Brembo […]
Suzuki is celebrating 100 years in business and has announced a number of 2021 models, including motocross bikes, dual-sport bikes and trail bikes. There are no big changes, but the company is now offering MX Tuner 2.0, a smartphone-based tuning app. Here is the official word from Suzuki: Suzuki celebrates its 100th anniversary as a […]
The arrival of 2021 models continues with the announcement of Yamaha’s designated off-road four-strokes. The following information arrived today from Yamaha’s media department: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, has announced its 2021 WR Enduro models including a redesigned WR450F, the machine of choice for serious trail riders and enduro racers. Designed with the flexibility to win […]
Cobra has released its 2021 model line and it includes the most extensive redesign of the company’s highly successful 50cc racers in years. The CX50SRX and the CR50 Factory Works Edition have a completely new chassis and a new look. The official company press release is below. Cobra Moto has taken the most successful […]
Beta announced its latest wave of 2021 models today, which featured four dual-sport models. The 500RR-S, 430RR-S, 390RR-S and 350RR-S will continue in 2021 with a number of updates but no price increase. The previously announced Beta 2021 models include the two-stroke standard editions as well as the new 300RX motocrosser and the Xtrainer. For […]
Honda unveiled a newly redesigned CRF450R for model year 2021 today as well as a number of other bikes based on that platform. Those models include the CRF450RWE factory replica and the CRF450RX off-road racer–both of those bikes got the same long list of revisions as the CRF450R. The CRF450X trail bike and the CRF450RL […]
Sherco has unveiled its 2021 trials line. Like the off-road range, Sherco will have two levels available. The details of the “Racing” line and the upscale “Factory” line are presented below, from the official Sherco press information. The Racing ST range is made for people who love to spend time on their bike. From a […]
The 2021 complete Motocross model line from Yamaha has just been released and the YZ250F receives a thoroughly refined engine, revised frame, new suspension settings and new brakes. Below is the initial information we gathered from Yamaha: New 2021 YZ250F The new 2021 Yamaha YZ250F has been redesigned for a more competitive, greater performing motocross experience. The new […]
Husqvarna’s off-road two-strokes and four-strokes for 2021 have been revealed! The FX450 and FX350 four-strokes were released today along with the TX300i two-stroke and the TX150i two-strokes. The following is what Husqvarna has told us: WHAT IS NEW IN MY21: • New mid-valve damping system provides improved damping and consistent suspension performance on the WP […]
Husqvarna has expanded its electric offerings for 2021. In addition to the EE 5 electric mini, there will be two new Stacyc balance bikes that carry the Husqvarna name. The official word from Husqvarna is below. There’s always been a little something missing for young riders starting their two-wheel journey. The jump from a pedal-powered […]
KTM has expanded its electric offerings with the inclusion of a KTM-branded Stacyc youth model. While the Stacyc is technically branded as a 2020 model, the 2021 Freeride XC-E electric motorcycle was announced as well as the 2021 KTM SX E 5 mini. Below is KTM’s official announcement and information. For KTM’s 2021 gasoline-powered motocross […]
KTM will be offering 14 different two-stroke models for 2021. In the motocross line, the 250SX is back and it still has a carburetor and a kickstarter. The 150SX, 125SX, 85SX (in both big wheel and standard), 65SX, 50SX and 50SX Mini all return and none have TPI fuel-injection for the coming year. KTM’s XC […]
KTM’s motocross line for 2021 was revealed today. This includes the four-strokes (450SX-F, 350SX-F, 250SX-F), the two-strokes (250SX, 150SX, 125SX, 85SX, 65SX, 50SX) and the KTM SX E5 electric mini. The most significant change for the motocross line is in the realm of electronic tuning. KTM now has a digital tuning app that allows a […]
KTM pulled the sheets off its 2021 off-road competition models today. The bikes shown to the world include the 450XC-F, 350XC-F and 250XC-F four-strokes. Also shown were the 300XC, 250XC and a new 125XC. All have substancial suspension upgrades as well as much easier electronic tuning methods. To see KTM’s 2021 motocross bikes, click here. […]