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It’s easy to own a 144cc or 300 cc Two-Stroke!

It’s easy to own a 144cc or 300 cc Two-Stroke!

By JohnNicholas • on July 30, 2010

One of our passionate readers started circulating a petition to the AMA to allow two-stroke race machines into the Pro ranks. His suggestion was to allow a 144cc two-stroke to compete in the 250F class and a 300cc two-stroke to compete in the 450F class. While it’s not the ideal many two-stroke fans would choose, it is a step in the right direction. It’s

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Editorial

Motocross is Fun!!

Motocross is Fun!!

By JohnNicholas • on July 13, 2010

“Try not…. …..do or do not, ……there is no try.” Yoda – The Empire Strikes Back Why are we all so passionate

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Guest Editorial

The Straight Dope: Which Handles Better, A Two-Smoke or a Thumper?

The Straight Dope: Which Handles Better, A Two-Smoke or a Thumper?

By Jody Weisel • on July 5, 2010

Believe it or not, there is more than one way around a track. There was a time when the only people who rode four-strokes were grizzled old prospectors

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News

YOU can Make a Difference – Two Stroke Petition

YOU can Make a Difference – Two Stroke Petition

By JohnNicholas • on July 29, 2010

One of our passionate readers has been working diligently to bring the two-stroke question up to the AMA rule makers. He has opened up a conversation with

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Press Release

Cobra riders roll into Ponca City as the favorites in the mini bike classes

Cobra riders roll into Ponca City as the favorites in the mini bike classes

By JohnNicholas • on July 27, 2010

Cobra’s all-star lineup on the 50s & 65s  features Linville, Milam, Mumford, Rogers, Kobush, Robertson and Smith. HILLSDALE, Mich., (July 27, 2010)

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Race Reports

Taddy Blazusiak Opens 2010 GEICO EnduroCross Series with a win in Las Vegas!

Taddy Blazusiak Opens 2010 GEICO EnduroCross Series with a win in Las Vegas!

By JohnNicholas • on July 20, 2010

Two Stroke Machines finish 1st and 2nd! Las Vegas, NV (July 17, 2010) – Taddy Blazusiak, the defending EnduroCross champion rode his Red Bull KTM to

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Reviews

Artrax 125/250F Tire Combo Review

Artrax 125/250F Tire Combo Review

By Spencer • on July 16, 2010

Amongst all the costs of motocross, there is one constant, sometimes tedious (at least for the beginner) and fairly costly maintenance aspect of off-road

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Stories

Devin Watson to attempt to qualify for Washougal on a two stroke

Devin Watson to attempt to qualify for Washougal on a two stroke

By JohnNicholas • on July 23, 2010

Another of the two-stroke faithful has taken it upon himself to show that these machines are still competitive. If you are attending the Washougal Pro

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Tech

Can a Two Stroke run at 200:1 fuel/oil Mixture?

Can a Two Stroke run at 200:1 fuel/oil Mixture?

By JohnNicholas • on June 30, 2010

When someone says they can run their two stroke at 200:1 the first thing that happens is that people’s eyes go wide and they say “Huh?”

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Tests

REAL TESTS! 2010 MXA RACE TEST OF THE 2010 YAMAHA YZ250

REAL TESTS! 2010 MXA RACE TEST OF THE 2010 YAMAHA YZ250

By Jody Weisel • on July 27, 2010

We hate to say it, but the difference between a four-stroke and a two-stroke is night and day. A two-stroke wheelies, roosts and rockets around the track—

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TSM Interview

Michael Heingartner – TSM Interview

Michael Heingartner – TSM Interview

By JohnNicholas • on February 10, 2010

Michael Heingartner had been a Pro caliber racer for 8 years until life caught up with him. Now he is married to the woman of his dreams, has a small child

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Weapons

Gas Gas – 2010 Two Stroke Line up

Gas Gas – 2010 Two Stroke Line up

By JohnNicholas • on July 27, 2010

This is a photo listing of the new Gas Gas.

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Other Headlines

British made Maico linked to F.1. engineering company as all new engine line-up is announced for 2011

Catching the imagination of the global motocross community earlier this year with the release of the 2010 Maico M.M.X., manufacturers, Maico International are believed to be on course to produce the most

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Two Strokes of the Florida Motocross Series

A  long time TSM supporter and reader Bill T. posted the following photos on our forum. In addition to taking photos, he spoke with each of these brave racers and added a short description to go along

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MotocrossQuébec.ca 2stroke Fest

It is under perfect skies that took place the first annual MotocrossQuébec.ca 2stroke Fest. About 40 2 stroke motocross fans from across the province of Quebec, Canada got together last week end on

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Husaberg adds Two-Stroke to the 2011 Model Line-up

As they say a photo is worth a 1,000 words. here is the official video from the Husaberg factory. A quote from the video is;  “…two-stroke markets are growing and Husaberg wants to be on the

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UNADILLA 2 STROKE CHALLENGE

Building on last year’s hit, Unadilla will again have a 2 stroke challenge race as part of the 2010 Rockstar Energy Drink Unadilla National. Here is your chance to experience first hand what it is

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Misc. Two Stroke News for June

“I was fortunate enough to be able to ride a full Mitch Payton Pro circuit Kawasaki 125cc (two stroke) “ “That was the bike the majority of us wanted to ride. I know i did when i was

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Well and Truly Framed

An all new frame is the latest addition to the trick range of new products now advancing the spec list for the 2011 M.M.X. Sporting a cleaner and more detailed line than the previous model it is also expected

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Robert Kraft Attempts to Qualify for Budd’s Creek National this Saturday

This Saturday Robert Kraft will take his 2007 Kawasaki KX250 out against the best in the world on their 450 four-strokes. Make sure to cheer for Robert at Budd’s Creek! Braaapp! AKPC_IDS

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Justin Carter – YZ250 Hop-Up

My mission was to build the most effective, do it all 2 stroke race bike that I could. I used only the best aftermarket parts and services available and here is what I ended up with. I purchased a new

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Mike Vanderstraeten’s Two-Stroke Race in Holland

Sunday May 30th 2010: Track Veldhoven (Holland): This is my first day back on a 2stroke after a 3 year layoff. I was racing in the Belgium Amateur Championships MX1-MX3 class. It was on a deep sand track,

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2011 Yamaha Two-Stroke Line-up?

These photos were posted on a few different web sites. If these are correct, it looks as though Yamaha has made very few changes to their bikes for 2011. Still it’s great that a major manufacturer

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Motocross Quebec Two Stroke Ride Day

There will be two motos per day reserved to 2 stroke riders. Entrance is free for everyone. $20 CAD a day to ride, $15 if you confirm your presence before June 24, 11:59PM. Photographers will be present. For

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2011 M.M.X. Shocker set to be a Stunner

When the 2010 Maico M.M.X. broke cover in January this year, editors from media formats around the world sported a gentle smile of enthusiasm for the fresh faced Maico which was almost certainly combined

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