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Berry ready to test Silicone after emergency operation

Berry ready to test Silicone after emergency operation

By JohnNicholas • on March 8, 2010

Following a recent emergency operation on a twisted muscle, Maico Internationals Dunlop Maxima rider Neil Berry is gearing up for the season ahead on the new 320 M.M.X. Co-ordinating the ongoing development program, Berry will be faced with the task of testing and evaluating all the new products for the bikes which will be making their way onto the

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Editorial

Two Strokes and Attitude…

Two Strokes and Attitude…

By JohnNicholas • on February 27, 2010

When I woke up, the thought “how can we gather more support for the two-stroke”, ran through my sleepy brain. While it’s true that Two

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Guest Editorial

Shocking Four Stroke Costs

Shocking Four Stroke Costs

By Super Hunky • on February 3, 2010

This editorial was originally published on http://superhunky.com/ and was written by Matt

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News

Kawasaki GP 125s

Kawasaki GP 125s

By JohnNicholas • on March 6, 2010

The excitement continues to build leading up to the opening round of the UEM 125cc European Championship. Photos of the Kawasaki 125cc two-stroke machines

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Press Release

Cobra announces its 2010 Race Team

Cobra announces its 2010 Race Team

By JohnNicholas • on March 6, 2010

Missouri’s “Lightning” Lance Kobush and Austin Forkner, along with Illinois’ Chase Sexton, headline Cobra’s 2010 factory effort HILLSDALE, Mich.,

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Race Reports

Jason Thomas puts Two-stroke on top of podium in Parts Unlimited River Ranch GNCC

Jason Thomas puts Two-stroke on top of podium in Parts Unlimited River Ranch GNCC

By JohnNicholas • on March 3, 2010

Lake Wales, Florida (March 2nd, 2010) In the XC2 division, Jason “UK7″ Thomas took advantage of the new rule, which allows 250 two-strokes

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Reviews

Revanche 2 Stroke Apparel

Revanche 2 Stroke Apparel

By JohnNicholas • on January 19, 2010

If you love two-strokes as much as I do and like to have fun, you probably have a collection of t-shirts that you enjoy wearing at the races. It’s

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Stories

‘08 RM-Z450 verses an ‘08 RM-250 – Rich’s Story

‘08 RM-Z450 verses an ‘08 RM-250 – Rich’s Story

By JohnNicholas • on February 25, 2010

Up until last year I had always owned two stroke dirt bikes. Vintage Can-Am’s, Suzuki PE’s as well as more modern RM’s were the only bikes in my

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Tech

Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 5

Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 5

By JohnNicholas • on March 8, 2010

Part five of the CR250 engine build. This segment will cover the installation of the clutch pack, right side cover, power valve governor and water pump

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Tests

2010 MXA RACE TEST OF THE KTM 250SX TWO-STROKE

2010 MXA RACE TEST OF THE KTM 250SX TWO-STROKE

By JohnNicholas • on February 27, 2010

It Is A Fast, Lightweight And Agile Bike That is Surprisingly Competitive Against 450s And An Unfair Advantage Over 250Fs Q: FIRST AND FOREMOST, IS THE

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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

Hero For A Day

Hero For A Day

By JohnNicholas • on January 27, 2010

This is an article from Dirt Rider that was first published in 2007. It’s such a great story that it is “re-printed” here for your reading

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Other Headlines

Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 4

This is part four of the CR250 engine build and will cover the assembly and installation of the kickstarter, idle wheel and gear change mechanism. To assemble the shift pawls and springs, coat the springs,

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Cool Two Stroke Banner at Indy Supercross!

A few Two Stroke fans put together a very cool banner for the Indy Supercross last Saturday. These guys are hard-core two-stroke supporters, who love to forward the cause. This group of guys have all switched

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1981 Maico 490 vs. 2009 Honda CRF450 – Separated at Birth?

As we know the beloved 4 stroke while touted as modern tech is really obsolete tech resurrected by a faulty rule book. Here is an image that shows how old “new” chassis design really is. How

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TM Racing to go Direct in 2010

Dan Barker the Long time Canadian distributor for TM motorcycles will be heading up the US TM operation for 2010. TM will be available direct from the distributor. This  move from the conventional dealer

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Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 3

Part three of the CR250 engine build. This installment covers combining the two center cases, installing the seals, clutch lifter lever and primary gear. Tools needed: Case splitter or crankshaft installer/remover,

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Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 2

In part two of the CR250 engine build we will cover crankshaft, transmission and gear shift components. Tools you will need: crankshaft installer/remover, engine stand, service manual, circlip pliers and

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Engine Build HPP Valve Honda CR250 – Part 1

This is part one of a nine part series documenting the assembly of a Honda CR250 engine. Round one includes the center cases and right side case cover. There are many ways to install bearings. These bearings

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United Kingdom’s ACU announces British 2 Stroke Championships for 2010

In a surprising announcement the ACU (England’s version of the AMA) has released information about a new championship series for 2010. The British 2 Stroke Championships. The race series will consist

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Benjamin’s Two Stroke Story

A short while ago I received an email from one of the members of the site, asking if he could have permission to use the Two Stroke Motocross logo on his bike graphics. We worked out the details and Benjamin

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Weigh it up for your self

With an encouraging overall response to the new Maico M.M.X. from around the globe, some opinions are still very much divided on the look of the bike, with the continued use of the traditional chrome molly

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Maico International Unveil long term development program.

With the prices for the new Maico M.M.X. line up being released in the next week Maico International is pleased to release news of their long term development strategy. Fitting a selection of high quality

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2 Stroke World Championships – Glen Helen April 11, 2010

Be prepared for the sound of two-stroke motocross bikes on April 11, 2010. Glen Helen along with FMF and MTA are sponsoring the 2 Stroke World Championships. With classes for every age group and racing

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Maxima Oils Teams Up With The Electraction / TM UK Enduro Squad for 2010 Season

Maxima Oils will be teaming up with the Electraction / TM UK Enduro team for the 2010 season. The American company with over 40 years of history and technological achievements behind them will support

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