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Show #275 - 2022.5 Husqvarna FC250 Rockstar Edition First Impression/Settings

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get some details on the new 2002.5 Husqvarna FC250 Rockstar Edition and how it tackles the track as well as how it compares to some other models. Get ...

Show #274 - 2022.5 Husqvarna FC450 Rockstar Edition

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get all the details on the new 2022.5 FC450 Rockstar Edition as Keefer breaks down how the bike handles the track as well as some set up tips for the ...

Show #273 - Loretta Lynn Amateur National Area Qualifier Special

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know more about the Mid-West/Southwest Area Qualifier in Mesquite, Nevada and what went down? Get a ton of info about how the race was ran, co...

Show #272 - 2022 450 MX Baseline Suspension Settings And Chassis/Engine Tips

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get some baseline suspension settings for your 2022 450 MX machine and some added chassis/engine tips that might make it even better.

Show #271 - 2022 KX250 Pro Circuit Race Bike Breakdown

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if Pro Circuit sells what they race? Well we break it down in this podcast and tell you what it's like to ride a full blow customer race...

Show #270 - 2022 450 MX Factory Edition Shootout

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get the details on which "Factory Edition" 450 MX'er is best. Keefer breaks down the Kawasaki KX450SR, KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition and the Honda CRF4...

Show #269 - 2022 KTM 250 SX-F Factory Edition

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get all of the info on KTM's new 250 Factory Edition and find out how it compares to the orange older model as well as some of the Japanese quarter li...

Show #268 - 2022 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition First Impression

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get all the details of what it's like to ride the new 22 KTM 450 Factory Edition. Is it better than the standard 22 model? Does it have more power? Wh...

Show #267 - Engine Building Talk Part Two With Jamie Ellis From Twisted Development

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the ins and outs of engine building with two of today's top engine builders in the AMA SX paddock. Chad Braun and Jamie Ellis from Twisted Devel...

Show #266 -Engine Building Talk Part One With Chad Braun From XPR Motorsports

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the ins and outs of engine building with two of today's top engine builders in the AMA SX paddock. Chad Braun and Jamie Ellis from Twisted Devel...

Show #265 - Team Honda HRC Chance Hymas

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Get to know the next up and coming Honda HRC rider, Chance Hymas. Keefer will go over Chance's amateur career, hoe growing up in Idaho was, why he lov...

Show #264 - 2022 250 MX Baseline Settings/Mods

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have a new 2022 250 MX'er? It doesn't matter what color, let Keefer walk you through some baseline suspension settings as well as a couple top mods to...

Show #263 - 2022 Kawasaki KX450SR Vs. Lightly Mod Yamaha YZ450F (Comparison)

02 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The new KX450SR is a much better Kawasaki but how does it stack up against a lightly modified YZ450F? We break down each bike and fill you in on which...

Show #262 - Baker's Factory/Rockstar Husqvarna Florida Trip

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know what it's like to train with Aldon Baker and the Rockstar Husqvarna team? Keefer breaks down everything he did as well as learned while ...

Show #261 - 2022 Kawasaki KX450 SR First Impression/Breakdown

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kawasaki enters the Factory Edition market with their "Special Racer" edition. Keefer gets Gary Sutherlin on this episode to go over what's "special" ...

Show #260 - 2021 Arizona Open Amateur MX Special

05 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get all the details of what went down at the AZ Open this year with this special amateur MX special. Let the Keefers walk you through the good, the ba...

Show #259 - Q&A With The Keefers

05 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We took some of your questions for social media and decided to make a whole episode to answer them. Kris brings in his family to help answer some of t...

Show #258 - 2022 Honda CRF450R Vs. Kawasaki KX450

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We will break down both bikes and talk about certain aspects of the machine you may not have heard about in other 2022 media shootouts. Let Dallas Du...

Show #257 - 2022 Yamaha YZ125 First Impression/Comparison

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer walks you through the changes made to the 2022 Yamaha YZ125, how it stacks up against the previous generation YZ125, as well as how it compares...

Show #256 - 2022 Kawasaki KX250 On Track Insight

14 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Unchanged for 2022 the Kawasaki KX250 has some quality parts to it that deserve some time to discuss. Aden and Kris Keefer break down the KX250 and ho...

Show #255 - 2021 Dubya USA World Vet Recap

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get all the details of what went down over World Vet weekend, how the event was ran, what could have been better, how the Canadians did, how the big P...

Show #254 - Cal Classic MX/Amateur National Talk

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Keefer family breaks down the 2021 Cal Classic MX weekend at Fox Raceway as well as talk about which amateur prospect impressed them the most, wha...

Show #253 - 2022 Honda CRF250R Vs. Yamaha YZ250F Shootout

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The red and blue quarter liter four strokes go head to head in this special one on one shootout. Keefer will break down the details/characters of each...

Show #252 - 24 Hours Of Glen Helen

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the scoop on this year's 24 Hours Of Glen Helen race, how we got roped into riding a 1994 Yamaha WR250 for 24 hours, riding at night, what you sho...

Show #251 - 2022 Honda CRF250R Baseline Settings And Bike Update

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to get more comfortable on your 2022 CRF250R? Keefer breaks down some suspension settings as well as some flaws that can be remedied in this epis...

Show #250 - 2022 Husqvarna FC450 Impression and Settings

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer breaks down the other steel frame brand and gives you insights on why it is better or worse than the orange and red steel frames out there!

Show #249 - 2022 Honda CRF450RWE First Impression

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn more about Honda's 2022 Works Edition 450 in this episode and find out where it's better than the R model, if it is at all! As usual your questi...

Show #248 - 2022 Husqvarna FC250 First Impression

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the details on the 2022 FC250 and find out where the Husqvarna differs from the Gas Gas and the KTM out on the track.

Show #247 - 2022 Yamaha YZ250 Two Stroke First Impression

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yamaha redesigned their YZ250 two stroke and Keefer breaks down what he felt in comparison to the 2021 version. He also goes over if this YZ250 smoker...

Show #246 - Modified 450 Shootout (2022 KTM 450 SX-F Vs. 2022 Yamaha YZ450F)

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer takes the 2022 KTM 450 SX-F and Yamaha YZ450F and works on each bike's weaknesses in order to try and make an ultimate vet race bike. Which one...

Show #245 - 2022 Honda CRF450R First Impression/Settings

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Honda refined the ECU settings as well as the suspension for 2022 so does it make a difference? Can you feel it on the track? These questions and more...

Show #244 - 2022 Yamaha YZ450F First Impression Talk

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You might have thought the 2022 Yamaha YZ450F was going to be an all new machine, but with only a few updates this year we might have to wait until 20...

Show #243 - 2022 Yamaha YZ250F First Impression Talk

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The 2022 Yamaha YZ250F has very few changes but that doesn't stop us from breaking down those changes to see if they make a difference on the track or...

Show #242 - 2022 Kawasaki KX450 Breakdown

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, we know it's the same bike as 2021, but the latest KX450 is here and we hopefully have some newer things for you to listen to on this 2022 green ...

Show #241 - Coffee With The Keefers

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into some family talk with the Keefers as they discuss going back to school, Loretta Lynn's, injuries, disagreements in the household as well as ...

Show #240 - 2022 Honda CRF250R First Impression/Settings

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the scoop on the all new 2022 Honda CRF250R and find out if it's the new leader in the 250 class!

Show #239 - Process Of Manufacturer Production Testing

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever wonder what the R&D process is like to get a motocross to market? How does the testing work for each machine? How do manufacturers fin...

Show #238 - 2022 KTM 450 SX-F On Track Info

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not much changes in 2022 on the KTM 450 SX-F, but Keefer did find one engine update! Learn about that as well as settings, reliability mods, and why t...

Show #237 - 2022 KTM 350 SX-F. Is a 350 the perfect sized bike?

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Drop in and listen to see if a 350cc sized machine is the perfect size bike for you. The KTM 350 SX-F hasn't changed in 2022, but Keefer goes over why...

Show #236 - 2022 KTM 250 SX-F

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer breaks down the 2022 KTM 250 SX-F as well as durability questions, tip, tricks, and even breaks some myths about the quarter liter orange four ...

Show #235 - 2021/2022 Honda CRF450R Talk/Tips/Factory Connection Suspension Settings

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All you Red Riders get ready as Keefer and Dallas Dunn go over some updated tips for the 2021 Honda CRF450R as well as talk about Factory Connection's...

Show #234 - Loretta Lynn's For Beginners/Regional Talk

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

First time going to Loretta's? Or maybe you just want a refresher course on what the ranch is all about? Regionals? We got that in here as well! Get a...

Show #233 - Carson Soviak (Lead Motocross Developer At FXR Racing)

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer sits down with the lead motocross developer at FXR Racing, Carson Soviak, to discuss the ins and outs of the gear process from start to finish....

Show #232 - Knee Braces Or Knee Pads? The Final Verdict

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Should you be wearing knee guards or knee braces? Ryno suggests knee pads bu others suggest knee braces so what should you do? Let Keefer walk you thr...

Show #231 - MX Coaches/Trainers And Amateur Racing

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer sits down with a motocross coach and amateur racing father (Rob Imondi and Matt Pascal) and go over why/if kids or newer riders to the sport n...

Show #230 - 2021 Suzuki RM-Z450/250 Explained

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not a lot has changed in the world of Suzuki, but that doesn't mean it is not a viable option for certain riders. Keefer and company will break down t...

Show #229 - Suspension Adjustments Explained

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder what your suspension adjustments actually do for you on the track? Get the low down on which adjuster does what and how you can diagnose w...

Show #228 - 2021 Yamaha YZ450FX Vs. Kawasaki KX450X Comparison

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this off-road episode, Keefer and Greg Loup will break down the 2021 Yamaha YZ450FX and Kawasaki KX450X. Listen as they go over the changes to each...

Show #227 - Testing Vince Friese Smartop Bullfrog Spas Honda 2021 CRF450R

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer gets to ride and test the Smartop Bullfrog Spas Honda of Vince Friese and walks you through the bike and what it's like to ride.

Show #226 - 2021 WR450F First Impression

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the scoop on all of. the changes Yamaha made to the 2021 WR450F and how it attacks the trails. Let Keefer break down all the ins and outs of this ...

Show #225 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode 9)

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Kris and Heather go over the trials and tribulations of relationships and bring in their friends Matt and Shannon for their own storie...

Show #224 - Father/Son Moto Showdown

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a parent fighting time, it's hard to admit when your kid is better than you. So why not race, put your money where your mouth is and see who is Kin...

Show #223 - Listener And Reader Questions Answered

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer goes reader/listener emails and answers your burning questions.

Show #222 - 2021 Muc-Off Honda Justin Brayton Replica CRF450R

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get the scoop on what it's like to ride Justin Brayton's Muc-Off Honda CRF450R engine as well as a set of A-Kit level Showa suspension. It's been a wh...

Show #221 - 2021 TX300i First Impression

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer walks you through Husqvarna's closed course, off-road, big bore two stroke. If you're looking at a TX300i, listen in as this podcast goes throu...

Show #220 - 2021 Honda CRF450RWE First Impression

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer dives into Honda's Works Edition and breaks down differences between the standard "R" model. Is the WE worth the money? Did Honda fix the ECU i...

Show #219 - Choosing The Right 250 Four Stroke For Serious Amateur Racing Teenagers/Families

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kris and his son Aden go over all of the 250 fours strokes that they tested, in order to choose the right 250 machine. This podcast is geared towards ...

Show #218 - Coffee With The Keefers Episode 8

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kris and Heather cover some Valentine's Day topics such as: why men are horrible at V-Day, why we expect sex and women expect flowers, cards and candy...

Show #217 - 2021 Husqvarna FC450 Rockstar Edition Review

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking down all things that is the 2021 Husqvarna ROCKSTAR EDITION! Dive into a conversation with Keefer about engine character, chassis feeling, s...

Show #216 -2021 Kawasaki KX450 Top 5 Mods/Tips

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the RMATVMC KT Podcast, Keefer dives deep into the world of Team Green. Looking to balance out your 2021 KX450 as well as some get some e...

Show #215 - 2021.5 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition Review/Settings/Talk

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer breaks down the new 2021.5 KTM 450 Factory Edition, how to use the new connectivity unit, the myKTM app, which maps are best, why the KTM is ea...

Show #214 - 2021 KTM 450 XC-F Impression (With Special Guest Gary Sutherlin)

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kris Keefer and Gary Sutherlin come in studio this week to break down the 2021 KTM 450 XC-F and dive into who this bike is for. Both guys will break d...

Show #213 - Keep Kids On Dirt Bikes

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Keefer dives in how to keep beginner riders invested in our sport, how to keep kids safe, how he and Heather got their son involved an...

Show #212 - Which 2021 250 MX'er Is Right For You? (250 MX Non-Shootout)

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the nitty gritty about each 2021 250 MX'er? Listen as Keefer breaks down 7 250F's, with 5 categories on each machine and then gives you w...

Show #211 - Coffee With The Keefers Episode

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kris and Heather Keefer cover many topics on this smorgasbord episode that includes best and worst of 2020, setting 2021 family goals, fighting with y...

Show #210 - 2021 Honda CRF250R And Kawasaki KX250 Modified Comparison

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen as Keefer and his son break down the mods made to the CRF250R and KX250 and if those mods make it easier or harder for a 125 pound 14 year old ...

Show #209 - 2021 Gas Gas MC250/450 First Impression

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You may just think it's a red KTM and you may be somewhat correct, but listen as Keefer breaks down the differences on the track between the red, oran...

Show #208 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode 7)

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your loved ones and listen to a breakdown of the AZ Open with Heather, Aden and Kris. The Keefers will go over how the AZ Open was ran, the cost,...

Show #207 - 2021 450 MX Non Shootout

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen as Keefer breaks down each new 2021 450 MX'er and gives you a head's up on which one is better suited for you. This is non shootout episode is ...

Show #206 - Listener Emails/Questions

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Keefer goes over track safety, 2020 Vs. 2021 CRF450R, which helmet is best, how to get in the industry, WP XACT or KYB conversion, how...

Show #205 - 2021 Yamaha YZ125X Review/Settings

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's off-road season out on the west coast and Keefer breaks down the 2021 Yamaha YZ125X for you right here. What are the differences of the YZ125/ YZ...

Show #204 - Factory Monster Energy Yamaha YZ450F Test

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like to ride a factory Yamaha? In this episode Keefer breaks down what it's like to ride a Monster Energy Factory Yamaha YZ450F, what it ent...

Show #203 - 2021 Yamaha YZ250F First Impression/Baseline Settings

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Yamaha completely changed their YZ250F for 2021 and in this episode Keefer dissects the changes made as well as how those changes are perceived on the...

Show #202 - Coffee with the Keefers: Episode 6

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this edition of Coffee With The Keefers Presented By Ikon CBD, Steve and Pookie Matthes sit down with Kris and Heather to go over their top three r...

Show #201 - 2021 KTM 350 SX-F First Impression/Settings

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 2021 KTM 350 SX-F is a very intriguing motorcycle. It's a little 250 and it's a little 450, but it also does things better than both. Find out wha...

Show #200 - 2021 Kawasaki KX250X/450X First Impression

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kawasaki brings a couple new models to their fleet in 2021, so let Keefer break down what the KX250X/450X is like to ride. Get the nuts and bolts of a...

Show #199 - 2021 Kawasaki KX250 First Impression

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Keefer breaks down the new Kawasaki KX250 and gives you the straight facts on what it's like to ride, as well as how it compares to the 2020 model.

Show #198 - 2021 Honda CRF450R First Ride Impression

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The bike you've been waiting for is finally here! Is it as good as it looks? Listen as Keefer breaks down what it's like to ride the 2021 Honda CRF450...

Show #197 - 2021 KTM 250/450 SX-F First Impressions

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Learn more about the 2021 KTM 250/450 SX-F machines in this two for one podcast. Get some insight on the new orange brigade machines, settings as well...

Show #196 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode Five)

13 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sit down, relax, grab a coffee or in this case, a cocktail! ! Let's go over some of life's topics such as marriage, kids, dirt bikes, social media an...

Show #195 - SLR Honda CRF450RX Race Machine Test

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

West coast off-riders rejoice! We got our hands on Cole Martinez's SLR Honda CRF450RX race machine and dive into all the nooks and crannies right here...

Show #194 - Living With The 2020 Suzuki RM-Z450 (Mods Included)

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You #RMaRMy members need to sit down and listen as Keefer goes over the 2020 Suzuki RM-Z450 with test rider Dallas Dunn. They will talk about the mods...

Show #193 - 2021 Kawasaki KX450 Vs. Yamaha YZ450F Mod Shootout

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if an aftermarket ECU and muffler really helps a machine? What about if you stick that same aftermarket ECU and aftermarket muf...

Show #192 - 2021 Husqvarna FC250 & FC450 First Impressions

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to upgrade to a 2021 FC250/450 Husqvarna this season? Let Keefer walk you through the change points as well as if those changes can be felt fr...

Show #191 - 2020 Loretta Lynn's Experience

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We go to the ranch and give you ALL the insight on what went down. We will cover everything from the cost to what was done to each machine. Get a raci...

Show #190 - 2021 Kawasaki KX450 First Impression And Confession

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kawasaki changed the clutch as well as the handlebar on the 2021 KX450. Can you feel the changes on the track? Keefer breaks down the change points an...

Show #189 - 2021 Yamaha YZ Talk With Travis Preston

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Get all of the 2021 Yamaha YZ info from R&D rider Travis Preston as Keefer sits down and talks about the changes to the YZ250F, why the YZ450F is...

Show #188 - 2021 Honda CRF450R Talk

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Find out what Honda changed to the 2021 CRF450R and why they made those changes.

Show #187 - Coffee With The Keefers

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sit down with Kris and Heather Keefer as they discuss a wide variety of topics that involve not only dirt bikes, but relationships as well as parentho...

Show #186 - Washougal LL Regional/Ranch Talk/2021 KX & Off-Road Lineup

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this double dose episode, get the download on the Washougal LL Regional, how it was ran, what the track was like, how the YZ125/CRF250R handled the...

Show #185 - 2020 Yamaha YZ250/450F GYTR Built Machines

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

GYTR is Yamaha's in house performance accessory group and we get to test two of their engine kits. We will go over what is involved in the YZ450F and...

Show #184 - Loretta Lynn Regional Qualifier (Father/Son Ranch Talk)

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen as Keefer and his son dissect the AMA Amateur National at Loretta Lynn's and talk about the regional qualifier at Fox Raceway. Get the low down...

Show #183 - Colorado Trip (Honda CRF250R, KTM 450 SX-F, Yamaha YZ450F updates)

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We went to Colorado for a little training/testing trip! In this episode get the lowdown training for Loretta's, why we chose the YZ125 over the KTM 12...

Show #182 - 50 Hours On The 2020.5 KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about getting a new 2020 orange 450 SX-F? Or maybe you already own one? What can you expect from the new KTM 450 FE? We racked up a lot of ho...

Show #181 - 2020 KTM 350 SX-F XPR Build Impression (350 Vs. 450)

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know how a built 350 stacks up against a 450? Get the the details as Keefer dives into the mystery of a KTM 350 SX-F and why this bike could b...

Show #180 - 2020 Sherco 450 SEF-R First Impression

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The French manufacturer Sherco is making a push in the American market and in this episode we will go over what it's like to ride their 450 SEF-R. Sit...

Show #179 - Which Off-Road Bike Is Right For You

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Show #178 - Coffee With The Keefers (Episode 3)

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 to...

Show #177 - Which 250 MX'er Is Right For You?

26 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering which 450 suits your riding style or maybe even your lifestyle best? In this episode Keefer breaks down the characters of each 450 M...

Show #176 - Which 450 MX'er Is Right For You?

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering which 450 suits your riding style or maybe even your lifestyle best? In this episode Keefer breaks down the characters of each 450 M...