
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Keefer Tested
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Show #175 - 60 Hours On The 2020 Husqvarna FC450
We have reached 63 hours on our 2020 Husqvarna FC450! Join Keefer and test rider Matt Sirevaag as they talk service intervals, problem areas, mods needed, suspension settings and more in this all Husqvarna special.
Show #174 - 7 Parts Keefer Tested
Times are a changing so we decided to give you a rundown on what is/has being tested here in the high dez. We will go over Keefer's Top 3 sets of gear, goggles, boots, helmets, test three CRF450R muffler systems, a set of REP/AEO WP CV forks/Trax shock for the KTM 450SX-F, ETS 110 octane fuel and cover some other hot topics in this mix mash episode.
Show #173 - Returning To The Sport At An Older Age/Learning From Each Crash
We decided to mix things up this week and brought in a couple guests to the studio. My good friend Greg Loup comes on the show to talk about what it's like to return to riding after a long hiatus. We will go over what to do and what not to do as well as break down what type of dirt bike might be best for your situation. Part two of this episode we will get my kid Aden Keefer to come on to talk about his latest crash and why dad yelled at him while he was laying on the ground.
Show #172 - 2020 Honda CRF450RWE First Impression
Listen as Keefer goes over Honda's new Works Edition CRF450R, compares it to the regular "R" version and goes over some set up specs in order to get you comfortable on the red machine.
Show #171 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode Two)
Since you're quarantined and have some time on your hands why not sit down and drink some coffee with the Keefers? This episode touches on a lot of topics that involve relationships, dirt bikes and everything in between! Learn a little, laugh a lot and enjoy over 90 minutes of real life topics.
Show #170 - 2020 KX250 Engine And Suspension Mods
Team Green riders unite and listen as we go over some Race Tech engine and suspension mods on our 2020 KX250. Get some information on what was done to our engine, fork, and shock in order to make this a more powerful yet better handling green machine.
Show #169 - Riding Fitness Over 40
Being over 40 and trying to get more fitness on a dirt bike can be tough, but it's possible if you can be pointed in the right direction. In this episode Keefer goes over some simple ways to improve your overall fitness on your dirt bike so you can achieve some of your riding goals. Learn about some off the bike tricks as well as some on the bike tips right here!
Show #168 - 2020 Honda CRF450R XPR/Race Tech Garage Build
Looking for some modifications that make sense on your CRF450R? Listen as Keefer dives into his latest garage build that will help you Honda owners out on the track. Get the scoop on what was done to this red machine and why those mods make the Honda easier for you to ride out on the track.
Show #167 - 2020 Husqvarna TE300i First Impression
Fuel injection in a two stroke! Yes, sir! Let Keefer and Michael Allen walk you through the 2020 Husqvarna TE300i on this all off-road special podcast. Get the inside info on how the TE300i handles, how it builds its rpm's, where it shines, and where it doesn't out on the trail. All the info you need and some that you probably don't, but we talk about it anyway right here!
Show #166 - 2020.5 KTM 450SX-F Factory Edition First Impression
KTM gave us their new 2020.5 450 SX-F Factory Edition to test out and we are here to give you the details! Want to know what the changes are to the new Factory Edition and how they relate to the track? What about comparing the orange Factory Edition to the white Rockstar Edition? We do all of that and more right here in this special podcast.
Show #165 - 2020.5 Husqvarna FC450 Rockstar Edition First Impression
The 2020.5 Husqvarna FC450 Rockstar Edition is here! Let us break down the changes as well as if those changes are felt on the track. Get the on-track testing facts straight to your ears on this special Rockstar Edition podcast. Special guest/test rider Kenny Day also will help us break down the white ride as well as some Barcia talk for extra credit.
Show #164 - 2020 Honda CRF250R Top 10 Mods
We couldn't just hold the 2020 Honda CRF250R to just five mods, so we decided to break you off 10! Listen as Keefer goes over some crucial mods to help reliability as well as performance in this RIDE RED episode.
Show #163 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode One)
Grab your significant other and sit down with Kris and Heather Keefer as they discuss an array of topics that involve relationships, sex, dirt bikes, how to deal with injuries within the household, how to get your significant other to be more supportive of your riding, and a whole host of other important aspects to having a succesful dirt bike friendly family.
Show #162 - Top 5 Mods And Special Tips For The 2020 Honda CRF450R
Is there anything more sexy than a Honda CRF450R? No, but sometimes she can be hard to handle right? Let Keefer was you through his "Top 5" modifications for the 2020 CRF450R as well as some tips to get that red rocket under control.
Show #161 - Top 5 Mods For The 2020 Kawasaki KX450/250 And Renthal Fatbar 36 Talk
In this episode listen as Keefer goes over Renthal's new handlebar and gives you the top 5 modifications you can make to your 2020 KX 250 and KX450.
Show #160 - Top 5 Mods For 2020 KTM 450 SX-F, Yamaha YZ250F, And Yamaha YZ450F
Wondering what some of the top modifications are for the 2020 KTM 450 SX-F, YZ450F, and YZ250F are? Listen as Keefer goes over several top mods for these bikes and why he chooses each of them.
Show #159 - 2020 Yamaha YZ 125 Vs. KTM 125SX
We take the 2020 Yamaha YZ 125 and the KTM 125SX and compare the weaknesses as well as the strengths of each bike. We will also go over which bike is better for a younger teenager coming off of an 85 and an older vet rider who just wants to have some fun. Lots of information about each bike in this episode.
Show #158 - 2020 Dakar Rally Ricky Brabec Interview
Ricky Brabec tackles the 2020 Dark Rally as the American favorite. We sit down to talk about his preparation, what it's going to be like racing in Saudi Arabia, why he loves Dakar so much, how Jimmy Lewis has helped him with navigation, and so much more in this one on one interview.
Show #157 - 2006 Yamaha YZ125 Craigslist Build/Tecate Enduro/Malcolm Smith Talk
In this episode Keefer Inc. test rider Michael Allen joins us in studio to talk about his 2006 YZ125 Craigslist build, what he did to make it race ready for the Tecate Enduro, what it's like to ride in a van with Malcolm Smith, and as a bonus we will go over how moto life changes when you have a newborn. We cover a lot of topics in this one, so sit back, relax, and enjoy, it's a biggie!
Show #156 - 2020 Yamaha YZ125X And 250FX Introduction/Review
We sit down with Colton Aeck and discuss the 2020 Yamaha YZ125X/250FX introduction in South Carolina and why these bikes are so much damn fun! We also will touch on why more moto guys should try some off-road riding with the YZ250FX and why young off-road riders could benefit from riding the YZ125X.
Show #155 - 2020 Gear Impression
In this episode Keefer will go over nine sets of gear from Fly, Fox, Leatt, Alpinestars, Thor, Sofa Brand, FXR, O'neal, and Answer. Listen about fit, function durability, ventilation, and how all of that stacks up when riding long term with these sets of gear. This is a big one, so settle in and get the information you've been looking for, before you make that purchase.
Show #154 - Gary Sutherlin Interview
I sit down with Gary to discuss a few off-road topics, how his year went, what his plans are for next year, and how we can make off-road racing grow. Gary is always a fun interview, so sit back and enjoy some hard truth from one of the most candid off-road racers today.
Show #153 - 2020 Husqvarna FX450 First Impression With Settings
Want to know more about the 2020 Husqvarna FX450? Would a FX or a FC be better for you? What about the differences between a Husqvarna FX450 and a Yamaha YZ450FX? Get all the details in this episode!
Show #152 - 2020 Kawasaki KX450 World VetRace Build (Part Two)
Professional Supercross racer turned fireman/family man is back racing at the Dubya USA World Vet Nationals on our 2020 KX450 test bike. We sit down and talk with him about what mods he is making in order to make the green machine more comfortable for him. This is the second and last part to this build. Lots of interesting tidbits about chassis testing in this one as well.
Show #151 - World Vet Race Re-Cap And Race Machine Info
Want to know more about the bikes that I raced at the World Vet's and I why I chose them? In this episode we will break down the Yamaha YZ450F as well as the Twisted Development KTM 450 SX-F and what was done to each bike. Listen and learn to what you could possibly do to make your blue or orange bike a friendlier, more fun race bike. Of course we will also go over the return of Steve Matthes, how the World Vet Des Nations Cup race went, and why Mike Brown is so gnarly.
Show #150 - 2020 Kawasaki KX450 World Vet Race Build (Part One)
Professional Supercross racer turned fireman/family man is back racing at the Dubya USA World Vet Nationals on our 2020 KX450 test bike. We sit down and talk with him about what mods he is making in order to make the green machine more comfortable for him. Also get some straight talk on why professional racers sometimes never touch a dirt bike again after they're done with their careers. Lots of info in this one folks!
Show #149 - 2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout ("B Main" fourth, fifth, sixth place)
Our final rankings are in on the 2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout and we go over who the best of the rest really is! Listen as Keefer breaks down The Suzuki, Honda, and Husqvarna with three riders in this detailed shootout format.
Show #148 - Mark Kariya Interview
I sit down with Mark "Kato" Kariya and talk about his long career as a motorcycle journalist/photographer. With over 30 years in our sport Kato has seen a lot so we talk about it on this podcast.
Show #147 - JCR Honda CRF 450X Race Test/NHHA Race Experience
Want to know what it's like to ride Ricky Brabec's factory JCR Honda 450X National Hare N Hound race machine as well as my experience from the Checkers MC AMA National Hare N Hound event? Listen to this episode to hear Johnny Campbell's breakdown of the Honda 450X, what they did to the machine as well as the evolution of the 450X, and of course Keefer's take on the bike/race! If you're an off-road guy you will love this one!
Show #146 - Race Tech Honda CRF250R
Who doesn't want more bottom end power and better suspension control out of a Honda CRF250R? The guys at Race Tech took upon themselves to find me both and we go over the findings right here on this podcast!
Show #145 - 2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout Finale (KX450, YZ450F, KTM 450 SX-F)
Listen as five different type of riders break down the final three bikes (KTM 450 SX-F, Yamaha YZ450F, and KX450) as they go up against one another at the infamous Glen Helen Raceway. Who wins the 2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout? Which bike is the best? Listen to this episode and find out!
Show #144 - 2020 450 MX Bracket Shootout Round One (KTM 450 SX-F Vs. Husqvarna FC450)
Listen as three different type of riders break down the KTM 450 SX-F and the Husqvarna FC450 as they go up against one another at the infamous Glen Helen Raceway. Who moves on to round two? Listen to this episode and find out!
Show #143 - 2020 450 MX Bracket Style Shootout (Kawasaki KX450 Vs. Honda CRF450R)
Listen as three different riders (ability, style, weight, age) break down the Kawasaki KX450 and the Honda CRF450R as they go up against one another at the infamous Glen Helen Raceway. Who moves on to round two? Listen to this episode and find out!
Show #142 - 2020 450 MX Shootout Bracket Round One (Yamaha YZ450F Vs. Suzuki RM-Z450)
Listen as three different type of riders break down the Yamaha YZ450F and the Suzuki RM-Z450 as they go up against one another at the infamous Glen Helen Raceway. Who moves on to round two? Listen to this episode and find out!
Show #141 - Dunlop MX53 First Impression
Want to know what Dunlop's new MX53 Intermediate to Hard terrain tires are like on the track? is it better than the MX52? Can they be better than the MX33? Get all the info from Keefer after his first full day of testing them right here.
Show #140 - Husqvarna VIP Podcast 2020 FC250
Husqvarna Presents The Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Husqvarna VIP Keefer Tested Podcast. Want to get all the tips, tricks, as well as settings on the 2020 FC250? Listen to the special all Husqvarna podcast to get the on track information.
Show #139 - 2020 450 MX Bracket Style Shootout
We decided to try something different this year so we are going to do a bracket style 2020 450 MX Shootout. Listen as Keefer gives his personal ranking of the 2020 450s and why he placed them where he did. He will go over who each 450 machine is for as well as all of the good and bad about each machine. In this episode hear how those rankings qualify each machine into a bracket style shootout where they now will go head to head with several different types of riders.
Show #138 - WP XACT Pro Components/KTM Hard Parts Clamp Review
WP introduced their XACT Pro Components recently and we set out to test the suspension on our 2020 KTM 450 SX-F. How does it compare to stock? Is it worth the money? Let Keefer take you on a virtual test ride around the tracks of Southern California, with the WP XACT Pro Components. Also in this episode get the low down on the KTM Hard Parts triple clamp and how it can make your KTM handle even better.
Show #137 -2020 KTM 125 SX First Impression/Graduating Your Child From a 85 To A 125
Got a kid that is outgrowing his 85? Maybe you're not sure he or she is ready for a big bike yet? How do you know? In this episode let Kris and his son Aden walk you through their experiences with the 2020 KTM 125 SX as well as give you some pointers on how to safely get your not so little one on big bikes.
Show #136 - 2020 Kawasaki KX450 Review/Baseline Settings
Kawasaki didn't change much on their KX450 for 2020, but we still put a ton of information together for you right here in this podcast. Get engine, suspension, and chassis settings as well as some comparisons about this 2020 green machine. Of course you will learn a lot, but also be entertained like you only can right here on the RMATVMC Keefer Tested Podcast.
Show #135 - 2020 Yamaha YZ450F Detailed First Impression
Get all your detailed 2020 Yamaha YZ450F information right here. Let Keefer walk you through the new YZ450F as he breaks down the engine character, suspension comfort, chassis feel, as well if this new blue machine is better than its predecessor. Also, Keefer will walk you through how Yamaha got to this point and gives you some back story on some of the important people in the R&D department at Yamaha.
Show #134 - 2020 Honda CRF250R First Impression/Set Up
Honda changed a lot on the new CRF250R so we will break down each portion of those changes and how they relate to actual on-track ride time! Is the 2020 CRF250R better than last year's model? Find out right now by clicking play.
Show #133 - 2020 KTM 250SX-F First Impression
On this RMATVMC Keefer Tested Podcast, get to know the strengths and weaknesses of the 2020 KTM 250SX-F in this all orange brigade episode.
Show #132 - 2020 Honda CRF450R First Impression
Want to learn more about the changes Honda made to the CRF450R and if they are felt on the track? Want to know if the 2020 is better than the 2019 version? Want to get a baseline suspension setting for your new 2020 Honda? Listen to this episode and get those questions answered and a lot more.
Show #131 - 2020 Husqvarna FC250 And FC350 First Impressions
We shook down the 2020 Husqvarna FC250/FC350 and will break down what each bike is like to ride, what each bike's strengths and weaknesses are, as well as which CC size is right for you.
Show #130 - 2020 Husqvarna FC450 VIP Tips, Tricks, Set Up Show
Want to know more about the 2020 Husqvarna FC450 and what to do to yours? Listen as Keefer gives you a specific set up spec and tons of options for you to make your Husqvarna the best it can be. Welcome to the Husqvarna VIP Keefer Tested Show!
Show #129 - 2020 Yamaha YZ250F First Impression
Just because the Yamaha YZ250F didn't change in 2020 doesn't mean we don't have a lot to say about it. Listen as we go over the ins and outs of the YZ250F and how you can make it better for you and your riding style!
Show #128 - 2020 KTM 450 SX-F First Impression
The updated 2020 KTM 450 SX-F is here and we have the details on how it performs on the track. Want to know how it compares the the 2019 version and maybe the 2020 Husqvarna FC450? Listen to this episode and find out.
Show #127 - 2020 Kawasaki KX250 First Impression
Want to learn more about the 2020 KX250? Listen to this episode to get all the details about the Kawasaki, how it stacks up to the 2019, as well as set up specs, and if we think it's the best 250 four-stroke Kawasaki has produced.
Show #126 - 2020 Husqvarna FC450 First Impression
Husqvarna made some slight tweaks to the 2020 FC450 so we busted out a few hours on it to see if those changes are felt on the track. Is It better than the 2019 FC450? Listen to this episode and find out now.