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EDITOR Grant O'Brien DESIGNER Malinda Hadiwidjojo REGULAR CONTRIBUTORS Scott Bishop, Todd Reed, Grant Reynolds, Damien Adams, Jemma Wilson, Lachlan Stanford, Joe Sheppard, Guy Streeter, Kye Anderson, Peter Whitaker ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Mitch Newell
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The Power Shot
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A Life On Two Wheels
As I was driving home from an epic day of riding at QMP (Queensland Motor Park) recently, I glanced at a paddock and saw a mother running beside her young kid as he struggled to find balance on his minibike. It might have been his first time riding a
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Random Thoughts
My last trip to the Manjimup 15,000 was in 1995, and I left as a broken man. In fact, now that I look back at it, I'm not even sure it was 1995. I just know that I crashed myself senseless, was carted off the track in some bush ambulance that rolled
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Jammin' With jemma
You've read a few of my columns by now and should have a sense of who I am and what I do. But in case you've never met me on the pages of DIRT ACTION or in person, here is 'me in a nutshell'. I raced off-road in Australia for about 15 years, competin
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ALL-NEW WR250F & YZ250FX FOR 2025
With the introduction of the new YZ250F in 2024, we were excited to see the enduro version, which usually drops one year later. Well, now we have the news that for 2025, Yamaha is releasing the completely new WR250F inspired by the YZ but geared towa
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Beta Introduces An Rr X-pro Range For 2025
For 2024, Beta will release the RR X-Pro range featuring eight models to suit a diverse range of riders, from trail riding to hard enduro. What makes these new models different from the current RR standard enduro models? The 2024 RR range was conside
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Leatt Celebrates 20 Years Of Protection
Twenty years ago, Dr Chris Leatt witnessed the tragic loss of a motocross racer, inspiring him to create a neck brace to prevent common neck injuries. After three years, he developed a prototype designed to work with helmets, marking the humble begin
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Hunter And Jett Lawrence Lead Ausx Open Reboot
Aussie brothers and supercross stars Hunter and Jett Lawrence are returning to compete at the AUSX Open at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne, on November 30. The AUSX Open's comeback couldn't have chosen a better duo as the Lawrence brothers are among the mo
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A Revamped Gasgas Mc 85 For 2025
GasGas is introducing a completely revamped MC 85 for 2025. This new model features an upgraded motor, an all-new frame and a WP XACT shock, ensuring better handling and stability. Every component has been meticulously refined to create a fun, fast,
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Gasgas Enhances 2025 Enduro Range
GasGas means business in 2025 with the introduction of the all-new EC 125, expanding its enduro range to seven bikes. Alongside this high-revving two-stroke addition, the entire line-up — including the EC 250, EC 300, EC 250F, EC 350F, EC 450F and EC
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Ktm Unveils 2025 Exc Range
Following a significant 95 per cent overhaul in 2024, the 2025 KTM EXC range continues to push boundaries with advanced closed-cartridge suspension, refined frame and bodywork, and cutting-edge technology. The most striking update is the new colour s
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Trail Titans
You're right in thinking it's a long way to go to test motorcycles for a day, but when a factory comes calling, you take the beating of the 24-hour flight and put up with riding jet-lagged to be one of the first in the world to ride a new-model endur
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Full Circle Jed Beaton
DA: Jed, congratulations on the win at the Manjimup 15,000. On the list of your career achievements, that must be pretty special. Jed: Yeah, thank you, it was! Manjimup is such an iconic event and for me that was the first time I've been there to exp
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Dust And Dreams
What a cool event! That's what I thought on the drive home after the Jemma Wilson Husqvarna Women's Trail Ride. Two days on some of the best tracks and trails Australia has to offer, beautiful weather, great entertainment, and more than 200 female ri
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Moto Mules
It was 7:27pm on a Tuesday night. My missus and I were trying to get the kids to bed when my phone rang. I stepped into my office next to the kids' bedroom to answer it. It was my mate Guy Streeter and I pressed the loudspeaker. “Hey Goba, I'm on a r
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A Quick Word With Rosie Lalonde
Rosie Lalonde is the marketing manager for Husqvarna Motorcycles in Australia. She is a powerhouse and a big advocate for grassroots dirtbike events Down Under, especially when they involve empowering young girls and women in the sport. Rosie was out
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THERE & BACK
In an era when British marques such as BSA, Matchless and Triumph ruled — their riders being referred to as bodgies and widgies — a small group of devotees from Alice Springs would throw an Esky in the ute and ride to locations such as Chambers Pilla
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Will Power
DA: Where did your moto journey start, Will? WD: At around three years old on a Suzuki JR50. We have a small 20-acre property in Lismore, where we still live now. It's a long, skinny block that runs from the top of a hill down to the bottom. We have
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A Word With The Bossman, Aj Roberts, About New Signing Will Dennett
DA: AJ, give us your thoughts on your new rider, Will Dennett. AJ: I've been working with Will for a while now. It's hard to overlook what Will and his dad have achieved. They've been in the game for a long time, and though he's only just turned 18,
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Time warp
The Moto gods were shining on the 2024 Conondale Classic Weekend. The iconic Queensland venue copped heavy rain leading up to the event, but it was all sunshine over the three epic days of classic action, and we've never seen the conditions as good a
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Aussies Shine At Erzb erg
DA: Ruben, we hear you dropped into the Beta factory on your way to Erzberg. Tell us about that. Ruben: Yeah, I flew into Rome with a few mates, hired a car and drove to the factory at Rignano sull'Arno. I was expecting the factory to be in an indust
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Mr Versatile Part Two
I've always been a big fan of sticking with the stock exhaust system on the bike. One, because I don't like loud aftermarket mufflers riding in the bush, and two, I've always found that the noisy aftermarket mufflers tend to make the power curve more
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Off The Couch
I haven't done much riding over the last six years since retiring and starting a family and a new career. I do the odd ride with the boys and test some bikes for DIRT ACTION when asked, so when DA offered me the chance to test out the 2024 GasGas EX
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5 Things We Love Leatt 5.5 Cheetah Riding Gear
01 In a world where gear is all about clean designs, we love the bold direction Leatt has taken with this set of 2025 5.5 Cheetah jersey and pants. It takes us back to when gear brands featured designs like zebra and barbed-wire patterns. The Cheetah
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5 Things We Love States Mx Boot Washing Stand
01 Practical and compact design: The States MX boot washing stand impresses with its simple yet practical design. It's light and easy to store, providing reassurance that it won't take up unnecessary space when not in use. 02 Convenient: Many riders
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Leatt Dual Axis Pro Knee And Shin Guard
Introducing the Leatt Dual Axis Pro, a groundbreaking blend of advanced technology and superior protection, delivering an exceptional balance between comfort and safety. Positioned between Leatt's standard Dual Axis knee and shin guard and their Z-Fr
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Un4seen Decals
New Zealand's premier graphics company, UN4SEEN DECALS, is pumping out some cutting-edge graphic designs for motocross bikes, adventure bikes and ATVs. They also produce custom seat covers, race top prints, custom clothing and more. UN4SEEN DECALS of
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New Ballard's Super Vent Riding Gear
Enduro legend Geoff Ballard from Ballard's Off Road has released a new set of riding gear especially tailored for off-road riding. The Ballard's Super Vent riding gear is a step up from the previous Black Loam set as it now has extra vents in both th
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Beta Enduro Gp Jacket
The Beta Enduro GP jacket boasts a new shape made of high-quality, lightweight Dynax fabric. Features include removable sleeves, spandex on the shoulders for flexibility, four external and two inner pockets, Velcro-adjustable cuffs, and a back pocket
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Airoh Blast Xr1 Matte Yellow Goggles
BLAST XR1 protects your vision and enhances riding pleasure. Feel free to enjoy your passion without limits, without sacrificing performance and style. With an optimised comfort and ergonomic fit, this goggle has been designed to perfectly fit most h
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Scott Alexander's 1996 Kawasaki Kx125
I bought this old girl from my mate Guy in mid-2022 as a non-runner pile of junk. I immediately started collecting parts and asking all my contacts for leads. The first step was to strip down the bike completely and sort everything into three tubs: o
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Jye Dickson Bike Build: Beta Rr 480
Jye Dickson is a relative newcomer to the Aussie off-road scene. Following years of pursuing the privateer journey racing motocross and supercross, Jye began his enduro racing career with an impressive outright podium finish in his first AORC event m
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DYLAN McDONALD
DA: As we record this interview, you're currently leading the championship in the J4 15yrs 125/250 class in the AORC. Tell us about your AORC season so far. Dylan: I got off to a pretty good start, finishing second overall in the first two rounds in
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RIDING STRONG INTO YOUR 50s A GUIDE FOR MOTOCROSS AND OFF-ROAD RIDERS
Maintaining muscle mass and bone density becomes even more important as we age. But that doesn't mean you need to spend hours in the gym. Focusing on efficient strength training exercises and smart programming will help you get the most out of your t
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Mastering The Sand
When riding deep sand tracks, I first drop my forks through a line to make the bike a little longer. I also usually back off my shock spring and run more sag so the rear squats more. Technique-wise, when riding sand, I always weight the back of the b
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The Quiet Achiever
The Sunshine Coast Motorcycle Club secretary, Peter Bell, is the quiet guy behind the scenes who puts his heart and soul into running some of the country's most epic dirtbike events, including the recent Conondale Classic Weekend. Afterwards, we had

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