Archive for June, 2009
Two strokes strike back
KTM has announced record 2008 sales of 25,000 two-stroke bikes and says it sees no end to the high-performance two-stroke. Australian firm Orbital is testing a 200bhp, fully emissions-compliant 1000cc twin that’s lighter and more fuel efficient than any rival four-stroke. Aprilia craves
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Open Letter from an Unhappy MX Fan
This berating may be viewed as some random individual who is voicing his singular and own misguided opinion. However, it is a letter from a MX fan that did get around the circuits, and did talk and listen to a lot of parents. These are the very parents that the next generations of MX fans and riders
Dunn on the run – Whitby Race Report – Round #5
The Fuchs Silkolene British 2 Stroke Championship went up north for round five of the world’s leading two-stroke only series – as always, preparation of the jumpy Yorkshire circuit was perfect, and an overcast morning burning off into a glorious sunny afternoon was just the icing on the cake.
What’s in a Name?
Over the past two years, one of the biggest challenges we had to deal with was the name of this site. The bizarre aspect of this site is the story of how the name came about. The idea for this site started as a joke. That’s right the site and it’s name began as a joke between a few friends. It
James Stewart Ride Day – Two Stroke!
On Saturday June 20 James Stewart held a fan appreciation day at Milestone Raceway in Southern California. It was a chance for fans to not only meet James but also get to ride on the track with him. From all reports of the day it was great fun for fans of all ages. According to Larry Brooks: “…James
2000cc V4 Two Stroke Engine?
Imagine having at your control the power of 2,000cc’s of two stroke power! Well a group down in New Zealand has commissioned an engine for a special purpose. From the video below it appears that the motor uses 4 Honda CR500 cylinders to create the V4 configuration. Most people after watching the
Dirt Bike Shootout – Honda CRF250R vs. Yamaha YZ250 & KTM 250SX
The February 2009 issue of Dirt Bike magazine contains a shootout between a Honda CRF250R, Yamaha YZ250 and KTM 250SX. That’s right a shootout between the king of the four stroke 250Fs and a pair of modern day two-strokes from Yamaha and KTM. The following is the complete test retyped for your enjoyment.
Maico In-sure Association is very Bikesure
As Maico International continue their relentless crusade in re-establishing the iconic German built marque around the globe, the distributors are making it a whole lot easier for Maico owners to sleep easy at night knowing their pride and joy is covered after confirming an association with the U.K.’s
The High Cost Of Motocross Racing
After reading the MXA Online article titled “NASCAR Race Teams take a Financial Hit, Could
KTM Committed to Two-Strokes
No “Either-Or” Principle KTM ‘Ready To Race’ In The Future With Modern Two-Strokes! Sports motorcycles driven by a two-stroke engine traditionally play an important role at KTM. For this reason, KTM CEO Stefan Pierer continues to place the emphasis on this efficient motor
