Trying to decide if you should go with race fuel or pump gas in your dirt bike but can’t decipher what’s true and what’s not? There are a lot of people draining their bank account on fuel that’s completely unnecessary. However, there is a time and place to use race fuel because it can do good things for your dirt bike. That’s why I’m going to answer the most common questions about race gas vs pump gas and how to know which is best for your dirt bike based on your specific needs. Can you run race gas in your dirt bike? Yep, you sure can… But it may not help. In fact, you may be doing more harm ..read more

The KTM 350 dirt bike models are quite a bit different, so how do you know which is best for you? Or maybe you shouldn’t even be considering one… Either way, you’re in the right place if you want to know what kind of bike the KTM 350 is, why it may or may not be right for you, and what to expect when buying and riding one. What is the KTM 350? It’s a 350cc liquid-cooled 4 stroke Enduro bike, which is basically a high-performance trail bike. The engine is based on the motocross race bike, but there are a few different models for the KTM 350 that are tuned slightly differently.  Who’s it f ..read more

Most dirt bikes are not street legal because they’re made for “off-road use only” and don’t have the parts to make them legal (lights/mirror/etc.), but there are a select few models from each company that are street legal when you buy them from the dealership. Some dirt bikes can be converted to be street legal depending on your location, but it’s much easier (and usually cheaper) to buy one that’s already plated for road riding if you want to ride on the road and dirt with the same bike. Can I Ride A Dirt Bike On The Street? Only dirt bikes that are legally licensed and plated for street use ..read more

Trying to decide if you should buy a dirt bike with oil injection or premix but not sure which is better? The truth is, they can both work great, but you really need to understand how each system works to know which is best for you. In this article, you’re going to learn what premixing gas and oil injection actually is, why you may not want each one, and then how to pick the right option based on your specific needs. What is premix? Premix is simply when you mix gas and 2-stroke oil together before you put it into the gas tank of your dirt bike. For example, some common 2 stroke oil mix ratios ..read more

Looking for the best DRZ125 mods for your Suzuki or Kawasaki 125 trail bike but not sure where to start? Whether you want a more comfortable ride or are building a competitive racing machine out of this “little girls bike”, you’re in the right place! In this article, I’m going to show you what certain mods and upgrades actually do to your DRZ 125 or KLX 125 dirt bike, why you should or shouldn’t modify some parts, and how to build the combination best for your specific needs & budget. Before you start modifying your dirt bike… “It’s easy to start throwing parts at your dirt bike or motorcy ..read more

Need to clean the carburetor on your dirt bike so that it starts easily and runs smoothly? How do you know when to clean it? A dirty carb can cause a lot of problems, such as not starting and an unreliable throttle response when you try to accelerate. There are quite a few ways to clean a carb, but some ways can cause more harm than good.  In this article and video, you’re going to learn how to simply and safely clean any dirt bike carb. Cleaning the hard to reach passages can be the difference between a poor and a well running bike. It may not even start if just one jet passage has a lit ..read more

Wondering if the valves need to be adjusted on your 4 stroke dirt bike or how much it might cost? Letting them go too long can turn into major engine problems, but let’s figure out this problem before it gets that far. In this article, I’ll show you the most common symptoms of a 4 stroke dirt bike that needs the valves adjusted, what causes it, how much you it will likely cost, how to help prevent it, and how often you should be doing this routine maintenance.  What Happens When You Don’t Do A Valve Adjustment? Aside from the symptoms above, not adjusting your dirt bike valves can and wil ..read more

Looking for the best CRF125F mods or performance parts to make your Honda dirt bike faster or more comfortable? Whether you’re a casual trail rider or want to build a sweet “play bike”, you’ve found the right article. I’m going to show you why modifying your Honda CRF 125 can actually hurt your dirt bike, why you need to choose the right upgrades, and how to choose the best mods based on your specific needs and budget! Before you start modifying your dirt bike… Upgrading to aftermarket parts is cool, but you may find that it doesn’t ride or feel better than when it was stock – in fact, it migh ..read more

Trying to figure out what dirt bike tire size you have or which is best for your specific bike? Whether you’re struggling to decipher the numbers or just want a step-by-step guide on understanding dirt bike tires, you’ve found the right article! Choosing the right tire can make a HUGE difference in your confidence while dirt bike riding off-road because traction is so important – it’s easy to install the wrong tire for the type of riding that you’re doing, making you slide out more quickly, which is scary! In this article, you’ll learn: Tire size – how to identify what you have or need Tube s ..read more

Trying to find the best dirt bike gear for kids but not sure where to start or how much you should spend? Whether it’s your first dirt bike or you’re looking to upgrade safety equipment, choosing to wear the right gear can prevent or reduce a lot of injuries that could leave you hurting and on the couch for months when all the other kids are outside playing or riding! Even basic gear covering most of your child’s (or grandchild’s) body can prevent scratches and bruises from a simple tip-over in your yard, but to make things easy, I made this a step-by-step guide. In this article, you’ll learn ..read more