BLAST FROM THE PAST
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This missive comes from my good friend (and one of the best photographers in the moto world) Joe Bonnello. If you think you know shoot me an “e” at twebb@hi-torque.com.
Kailub Russell Crowned National Enduro Champion
TRAIL RIDING VIDEO- OFF A CLIFF!
This baby has been around for a while but is definitely worth the price of admission.
2015 AMA West Hare Scramble Championship Round 7
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jacob Argubright finishes 1st at the AMA West Hare Scramble on Saturday and on the podium in 3rd on Sunday for the AMA National Hare and Hound! Jacob is the first rider to ever podium in both on the same weekend!
NEW LACR PRACTICE TIMES!
Daylight Savings time is here again!!!
Sunday November 1st our clocks will “fall back” and practice times will be changing too!
Starting Sunday Nov. 1st weekend practice will be 9am-2pm
Starting Wednesday Nov. 4th practice will be 12pm-5pm
Wednesday October 28th:
Practice on the Vet & Mini track
1pm-6pm
$25 per rider & $10 50cc Pee Wee’s
Saturday October 31st:
Practice on the Main & Vet & Mini track
8am-1pm
$25 per rider & $10 50cc Pee Wee’s
Sunday November 1st:
Practice on the Main & Vet & Mini track
9am-2pm
$25 per rider & $10 50cc Pee Wee’s
Thank you for your continued support!
-Anthony Barbacovi & Crew
KTM SIGNS CODY WEBB TO FMF KTM FACTORY RACING TEAM
KTM Motorsports announced that Cody Webb is the newest member of the FMF KTM Factory Racing Team.
KTM inked a two-year deal with the reigning AMA EnduroCross Champion, to race on the FMF KTM Factory Racing Team for the 2016 and 2017 racing season. Webb will race aboard a KTM 250 XC-F motorcycle for the North America-based EnduroCross Series. In addition, Webb will also compete in the world-wide Super Enduro Series as well as select extreme races across the globe.
Webb has raced under the RPM KTM support team umbrella for the past season where he is currently leading the EnduroCross Series point standings. “It was always our intention to groom Cody on that team and move him up to the factory team when ready,” remarked Kallonen. “The RPM KTM Team and those of us at the factory feel that the timing is right. They have had a great season together and we are very proud of the success the RPM KTM Team has accomplished this year with Cody at the helm.”
JCR/HONDA RACER CHRIS BACH TAKES THE OMA MOOSE RUN
RAMIREZ CROWNED NATIONAL HARE & HOUND CHAMPION
Lucerne Valley, CA – Factory FMF KTM rider Ivan Ramirez clinched the 2015 AMA National Hare & Hound Championship at the final round of the series marking his first-ever U.S. National Championship. Ramirez’ championship win also marks the first time in the history of the Hare & Hound Series that a Mexican rider has won the title. Ramirez went into the round with a large points lead and only needed to finish 17th or better to claim the title. Ramirez started the race in the top ten and maintained that position throughout the race.
HOT FREAKIN PRODUCTS
TRAIL TECH KTM AND HUSKY PRODUCTS
Trail Tech Inc is proud to announce the release of two new products for KTM and HUSQVARNA off-road motorcycles. Trail Tech’s new aluminum KTM radiator guards are lightweight and extremely strong (manufactured from a combination of forging and machining that instills maximum strength and durability into the material). These guards are also unique because they have a radiator hose protection feature to prevent trail debris from damaging the lower water spigot. In addition, Trail Tech engineers have developed a patented quick release clip system for radiator shroud retention. Simply push the thumb lever on the clip and snap the radiator shroud off. Simple, easy and efficient design. In the event of a branch or trail debris catching the shroud, the clip will allow it to snap free instead of tearing the shroud hole or shroud mount tab off the radiator.
Trail Tech KTM Radiator Guard Set $174.95
Trail Tech’s new KTM fan kit will virtually eliminate overheating of the bike’s cooling system. This fan kit is easy to install, fits perfectly and has several features that riders will appreciate:
Top of the line SPAL fan – guaranteed quality to provide state of the art cooling capability.
Integrated Trail Tech TTO digital gauge that serves as both a temperature display meter and a temperature controller, allowing the rider to determine the point at which the fan comes on.
New “fin” sensor that makes installation a breeze – no cutting of fluid hoses required!
Trail Tech KTM Fan Kit $169.95
Trail Tech Digital Fan Kit and Radiator Guard Bundle: $299.95
http://www.trailtech.net/
AOMC.MX BRINGS YOU THE PELICAN HARDBACK CASE
CYCRA YZ125/250 2-STROKE POWER FLOW KITS
www.cycraracing.com
KENDON TRAILERS FACTORY EXTENDED WARRANTY
Kendon Industries recently added 3-year and 5-year Factory Extended Warranties on their folding, stand-up motorcycle and powersports trailers. The additional warranty extends the standard 1-year automatic warranty to either 3 years or 5 years and covers the trailers from tip to tail. All Kendon trailers come with a full 5-year warranty on the axle, but these new extended warranty options cover everything else with additional protection. The new extended warranties are being sold through Kendon dealers and Kendon directly. An extended warranty can be purchased at the time of sale of the trailer or within 180 days after. For a limited time Kendon is offering the extended warranty to any customer who has bought a trailer in the last 12 months at a special reduced price. Contact Kendon for more details.
www.kendonusa.com
PRO CIRCUIT LICENSE PLATE FRAMES
Get rid of those boring car dealership license plate frames and show the World you race with the best! Pro Circuit license plate frames are back in stock and available in either black and yellow hi-impact plastic ($9.95) or bright chrome ($14.95). Pro Circuit license plate frames are a great way to leave your competition in the dust anywhere you go.
www.procircuit.com
TWIN AIR’S NEW WEBSITE!
http://www.matrixracingproducts.com/
KREFT EXPLAINS HOW TO FIX THE WP 4CS FORK!
2016 BEAT RR RACE EDITIONS
Besides benefiting from certain new features already present on the standard RR models, the new “Racing” version of Beta’s RR presents innovations in terms of chassis, electronics, and also added features for race use. RR Race editions will be available in 250 – 300 2 Stroke and 350 – 430 – 480 4-Stroke engine sizes.
Chassis:
The RR Racing versions include a high-end suspension package that includes: A new Sachs fork with a closed cartridge. The large volume of the internal closed cartridge allows for consistent and stable action as the operating temperatures and conditions change. This, along with the fork spring provides stable front-end feel without the side effects of an all-air fork. All oil circuits have been carefully designed to eliminate any turbulence or cavitation and to provide more precise braking control during the rebound and compression stroke. The new fork is also fitted with low-friction fork seals to improve the smoothness while still providing excellent protection and sealing. The rear shock has been re-valved for racing applications to improve feel and stability under extreme conditions.
Electronics
A control unit with dual mapping and a switch on the handlebar allows riders to quickly change from a “soft” setting, which provides better traction on slippery terrain, to a “hard” setting, which allows for the best performance in premium riding conditions.
Premix
Unlike the standard RR models, all 2 Stroke RR Race Editions require pre-mixing for the oil and gas. Serious racers demand the lightest machines thus the Beta engineers removed this feature to reduce a small amount of weight from the bike.
Special components
– Front quick release axle pull. It speeds up the tire repairs, which is very useful during a race as it saves precious seconds.
– Modern and robust RR Vertigo hand guards with “In Mould” graphics; ideal in the most extreme off-road riding.
– Black, lightweight and robust aluminum footrests with a wider contact surface and steel pins that provide maximum grip in all conditions without giving up any durability.
– Red aluminum chain tensioner blocks.
– Special Racing seat with a pocket.
– Black anodized shift lever and rear brake pedal.
– Transmission oil cap, engine oil cap and oil filter cap made of red anodized aluminum with a pure Factory look.
– Red rim stickers and special Racing graphics.
Available at authorized Beta dealerships beginning in December.
Also available for order on Beta’s exclusive BYOB (Build Your Own Beta) program from the Beta USA website.
MSRP Prices are as follows:
250 RR-Race $8899.00
300 RR-Race $8899.00
350 RR-Race $9899.00
430 RR-Race $9949.00
480 RR-Race $9999.00
www.betausa.com
2015 Race Around the Lake
Race Around The Lake is like no other GP race in the world. Racing on a mild motocross track, through tunnels, GP style track, forrest section, cement paths and on the beach along side beautiful Castaic Lake. This race course accommodates all skill levels. From the real beginner to Pro’s with the highest skill level.
It’s this Friday, Saturday and Sunday!!!! Here’s the racing schedule.
http://racearoundthelakegp.com
HUSQVARNA 701 ENDURO
Husqvarna Motorcycles introduces their new dual-purpose and mid-size adventure bike market with the launch of the new 701 ENDURO model.
701 ENDURO HIGHLIGHTS
– Ergonomically designed, innovative bodywork.
-67 hp single-cylinder engine featuring latest technologies in design and electronics.
-Chromium-molybdenum trellis frame optimized for precise handling and total rider confidence.
-Competition-level WP 4CS fork and WP rear shock for outstanding control and adjustability.
-Extremely low-weight aluminum swingarm designed to ensure the highest levels of traction and stability.
-Polyamide self-supporting rear subframe with integrated 13-litre fuel tank.
-Keihin 46mm electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle actuation for impeccable response.
-Switchable engine maps to perfectly adapt engine characteristics according to conditions.
-Cutting-edge switchable ABS with specific off-road mode.
-APTC slipper clutch for maximum control under hard braking.
-Extensive range of Accessories to further enhance the bike’s characteristics and performance.
-Specific (optional) engine map that limits power making the 701 ENDURO A2-legal (EU)
The Husqvarna 701 ENDURO will be available from November 2015 (February 2016 in the US and Canada) at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealers.
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