Honda’s 2021 CRF450R: The insider’s view

- February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

There's one man who knows production Honda motocross machines like nobody else, and that's former GP rider and AMA pro Mark Eastwood. As a Honda off-road dealer for decades, he still rides at expert level and helps the UK's main Honda race team with machine set-up. He's ridden the bike

Britain avoids EU insurance bombshell

- February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

British motorsport is set to avoid European legislation that would mean huge increases in insurance premiums for any motorised vehicle, whether they were used on or off-road. The VNUK legislation was set to apply to “any use of a vehicle, consistent with its normal function as a means of transport, irrespective

2021 KTM, Husky and GasGas recalled for chain check

- February 10, 2021February 12, 2021

Most 2021 KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas motocross bikes are being recalled to have the chain inspected for a potential fault. Even though many bikes would have already had new chains anyway, as they have been on sale for many months! The recall is for GasGas MC models, Husqvarna TC, FC and

Get more from the KTM 300 EXC TPI by adjusting the powervalve

- February 5, 2021February 5, 2021

We've had our fuel-injected KTM 300 two-stroke enduro bike on the dyno and found real power gains with an aftermarket exhaust system. And now by adjusting the stock powervalve, we've found even more useable horsepower and bigger spread of power! https://youtu.be/LOWGSPAuqLY

Yamaha YZ490 2-wheel drive tested

- January 31, 2021January 31, 2021

Back in 1987, Yamaha wanted to test a two-wheel drive motocross bike and this very special YZ490 was born. Using all mechanical components specially made in England, the bike was tried and tested, then eventually went into a private collection. We got our hands on this unique 34-year-old air-cooled YZ

Ground-up rebuild of a Honda CR500 two-stroke

- January 30, 2021January 30, 2021

When your dream is to own one of the legendary Honda CR500s, but it turns out not to be a bit of a nightmare... MotoHead's Dave Willet splashed out on a CR500 but one ride proved it was far from perfect. With a welded-up frame to dodgy suspension and a

Scott’s Pro Circuit homage bike build

- January 28, 2021January 28, 2021

As part of the celebrations of the 30-year anniversary of SCOTT’s partnership with Pro Circuit, Scott embarked on a special project to pay homage to the early days of the notorious, multi-championship winning race team. So a 2021 Honda CRF450R alloy frame with the latest KTM motor was chosen for

Fantic and Yamaha strengthen Euro ties

- January 22, 2021January 22, 2021

Fantic Motor and Yamaha Motor Europe have sealed a deal to reinforce their partnership, now that Fantic has bought out engine firm Motori Minarelli. Minarelli makes engines for several Yamaha-branded bikes and the motors for the Fantic motocross and enduro models which are based on Yamaha YZ designs. The operation strengthens

Husky 701 Enduro hits the shops

- January 21, 2021January 21, 2021

Husqvarna has announced the 2021 701 Enduro and 701 Supermoto are now on sale. With each model benefitting from shared and specific upgrades that boost overall performance, the two large-displacement machines continue to offer unparalleled riding experiences both on, and offroad. The bikes are £8999 and have a 73bhp 692.7cc single-cylinder

Husky and KTM recall e-bikes

- January 14, 2021January 14, 2021

Husqvarna and KTM are recalling all model year 2021 EE 5 and SX-E models in order for authorised dealers to check the battery vent valve due to possible non-conformities in the production process. While the deviation may not be present on all motorcycles, to avoid unsafe battery conditions, Husqvarna and KTM