Keefer grabs his KTMN 450 Factory Edition and rides a couple different sets of suspension to diagnose what each strengths and weaknesses are out on several different types of tracks. Slapping on a set of WP Cone Valve/AER forks and Traxx/bladder style shocks, back to back, was the only way to see how each reacted so Keefer discuses the findings in this episode. Should you keep your AER set up on your bike? Orrrr is the Pro Components on your FE actually worth the money? --- CHAPTERS --- 00:38 Intro and WP AER vs cone valve preview 03:14 Sponsor reads: FXR, REP, Power and more 09:27 Glen Helen Honda/Yamaha test and reader contest winner 13:03 Testing setup: Factory Edition across different tracks 20:57 Why a linkage helps the KTM rear end 23:14 Sand tracks: AER fork vs cone valve, bladder vs Traxx 36:08 Hard pack findings: cone valve lean angle traction 44:00 Turn track test and other riders' feedback 50:55 Torque settings, Arc levers, Akrapovic and fork height 58:24 Wrap-up and sign-off

We had the chance to test the new 2027 YZ250F at Club MX but how does the Yamaha handle Southern California's hard pack? New frame, new engine and a new feel for the YZ250F so sit back and relax as Keefer and guests talk about how the new bLU cRU handles compared to the previous generation. If you're looking for set up tips you will be able to find some within this show as well! --- CHAPTERS --- 00:37 Intro and sponsor reads 07:50 Meet Aden and Dylan from Hinge 12:37 Glen Helen test and Yamaha vs Honda vs Kawi 20:59 Engine comparison and the hot chick analogy 28:09 Track toughness and power tuner maps 33:54 Ad reads: ScreenPrintingDone, Blood, Ride Engineering, Power 39:01 Chassis and cornering 49:34 Clutch, brakes and ergonomics 58:06 Overall verdict and Triumph comparison 1:01:11 Baseline setup tips 1:03:36 Wrap-up, who each bike is for, and Glen Helen contest

Let us walk you through the updates that Yamaha made to the 2027 YZ450F. Is the 2027 that much better where you need to spend the extra money on it or is the 2026 version jus as good? Get some settings as well as some mods you can do to your new bLU cRU in order to make it ride a little better! --- CHAPTERS --- 00:00 Show open & sponsor rundown 09:10 Glen Helen test day & Aden's contract update 10:48 Guest test rider contest announcement 13:56 2027 YZ450F clutch, brake & suspension updates 25:24 MX-33 front tire rant 27:09 Shootout stats & Honda comparison tease 29:00 Mid-show ad reads 34:08 Engine feel & clutch hose follow-up 43:22 Chassis, stability & comfort comparison 48:02 Reliability & engine longevity 50:24 2026 vs 2027 buying advice 51:45 Sign-off & next week preview

Honda left the CRF250R unchanged in 2027 but that doesn't stop us from bringing you some info about the red machine and where this bike could fit in for your next purchase. Get some mod suggestions as well as some settings all within this episode. --- CHAPTERS --- 00:00 Show intro 08:14 2027 Honda CRF250R overview: the vanilla ice cream take 13:18 Engine breakdown: maps, gearing, and mods 19:37 Chassis feel and rigidity 24:45 Offset clamps, engine mounts, and torque specs 29:20 Ad reads: Blood Lubricants, Ride Engineering, Yamaha, Eagle Grit 33:44 Suspension settings for the CRF250R 36:56 Clutch, seat foam, and Works Edition upgrades 41:53 Ergonomics and looks 42:55 Aden, Kenny Day, and who this bike suits 45:17 Next week preview and sign-off

Is the Honda is as good as Keefer remembers from Millville? Listen as this episode dives into what the biggest differences are from the 2026 to 2027 CRF450R and if the new chassis has more comfort on hard pack conditions than the older chassis. Honda also lost a bunch of weight in 2027, so Keefer will break down everything from the weight loss program to the newfound power so if you're in the market for a new CRF450R, this show will help you make that decision. --- CHAPTERS --- 00:38 Intro & show welcome 02:09 Sponsor reads: Rocky Mountain, FXR, REP & more 09:06 Revisiting the Honda at Glen Helen & new engine power feel 21:07 Throttle hang-up issue, engine specs & new clutch design 28:20 Sponsor reads: Blood Lubricants, Ride Engineering, Yamaha, Eagle Grit 32:30 Back to the Honda: chassis stability vs the 2026 36:45 Cornering feel & initial tip-in on the new chassis 42:44 New frame geometry & seat/subframe comfort 48:05 Showa suspension settings breakdown 56:32 Works Edition details, pricing & spec comparison 1:01:21 Reliability outlook, weight loss recap & sign-off

I fly to Florida to ride Zach Osborne's Loretta Lynn's winning Beta 450RX and I take you along with me. Learn about what's involved in Zach's machine, how it runs compared to the stock 450RX, what unique pieces are on Zach's bike, how it rates compared to other factory bikes I've ridden and much more in this episode! --- CHAPTERS --- 00:37 Intro and sponsor rundown 06:53 Heather and Greg join the show 10:01 Summer School takedown explained 14:33 Setting up the Zach Osborne Beta feature 16:31 Flying to Florida to ride Zach's bike 23:32 First impressions: cockpit and bar setup 30:24 Engine feel and delivery breakdown 35:37 Gearing, ECU and vibration talk 39:56 Chassis comfort and gusseted frame 48:14 Swingarm length and offset geometry deep dive 54:49 Soft fork, stiff shock and suspension feel 1:00:48 BYOB customer program and Vortex ECU dreams 1:08:42 Clutch, brakes, tires and drivetrain details 1:15:38 Fuel boiling issues in Florida heat 1:18:16 Listener Q&A and closing plugs 1:20:58 Next week preview and sign-off

Keefer gets Mark Johnson from REP on the phone to talk about suspension as well as chassis tips for the KTM 450 SX-F. Topics like spring conversion kits, AER set ups, chassis lengths, torque settings, chain slack and more! If you're an orange brigade rider, you will love this show. --- CHAPTERS --- 00:38 Intro & sponsor rundown 10:21 2026 KTM 450 SX-F project overview 15:12 Getting Mark from REP on the line 16:51 The REP app 19:38 AER fork feel: East Coast vs West Coast 26:27 AER pressure checks & temperature swings 29:29 Nitrogen vs helium fork fills 32:59 REP linkage systems explained 36:00 Husky height vs KTM height confusion 38:10 Factory Edition cone valve first impressions 43:58 Cone valve vs shim stack tech 47:18 KYB vs 6500 spring conversion kits 50:37 Chassis length & torque settings 55:30 Chain slack settings 58:43 Shop trends & new chassis rumors 1:02:05 Wrapping up with Mark & REP plugs 1:05:17 Mid-show ad reads 1:10:47 Recap: comparing REP, Factory Connection & WP settings 1:14:44 Tires, exhaust flange & engine feel 1:15:45 Bars, vibration & clamp offset takeaways 1:20:16 Budget-friendly KTM mods recap 1:22:49 Race plans & sign-off

Keefer breaks down Team Green's latest offering for 2027 as the KX250 received more changes than we thought it would but do those small changes mean anything to you out on the track? Find out all the info on this episode. --- CHAPTERS --- 00:38 Show intro & sponsor rundown 08:13 2027 KX250 changes overview 11:58 Horsepower claims, FI mapping & head pipe tweaks 17:47 Engine feel vs Yamaha & Honda 250s 23:58 Clutch upgrade & durability concerns 27:44 Blood Lubricants, Ride Engineering, Yamaha & Eagle Grit ad reads 32:09 Chassis geometry & suspension setup 38:31 Vibration improvements & ergonomics 41:56 Is the 27 worth $1,500 more than the 26? 45:08 Wrap-up, KX450 preview & sign-off

Keefer breaks down the 2027 Yamaha YZ250F from Club MX and gives you info on if this all new blue machine is better than the older version. Do the changes that Yamaha made make for a big improvement on the track? Listen to this episode and find out! --- CHAPTERS --- 00:00 Show intro 01:44 Sponsor roll call 09:34 YZ250F embargo & Club MX trip setup 10:48 Club MX facility tour 14:38 Engine changes breakdown 19:30 Chassis, suspension & brake spec changes 23:56 First ride: engine feel & power delivery 30:49 Sound reduction & GYTR airbox test 34:01 Sponsor break: ScreenPrintingDone, Blood Lubricants, Ride Engineering 36:55 Sponsor break: Power Motorsports & Eagle Grit 39:12 Chassis riding impressions 42:24 Suspension setup & crash save story 46:17 Clutch feel & engine mapping 50:57 GYTR accessories & pricing 52:38 Ergonomics & final verdict 55:59 Wrap-up & next week preview

The Keefers break down Budds Creek and give you an inside look from the PHX Honda Racing team. The weather played havoc on the bikes as well as the track so listen as Kris, Heather as well as Aden break down an up and down weekend from Maryland. --- CHAPTERS --- 00:00 Intro & sponsor reads (Rocky Mountain, Works Connection, Blood Lubricants) 03:09 Heather's recap intro & nappy Aden joins from North Carolina 08:00 Yamaha/Club MX test day recap 13:46 Favorite tracks & Budds Creek conditions talk 18:07 Heat danger stories & the Josh Lichtel tragedy 21:40 Track marker penalty rules & Levi Kitchen controversy 31:15 Aden's qualifying breakdown & stat nerdery 38:47 Moto 1 recap: water pump blowup & DNF 42:45 Post-DNF frustration: helmet toss & goggle chaos 49:10 Moto 2 recap: pileups & bent bars 51:53 250 class results rundown 56:17 Ironman preview & final round plans 1:00:19 Summer School wrap & military patch story 1:03:46 Anniversary week & reflecting on the summer 1:05:37 Off-season plans & Supercross outlook 1:08:09 The "fuck dad" post-moto meltdown story 1:13:19 Sign-off & Phoenix Honda team thank-yous