For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to look back at an ad for one of the most iconic motocross machines of the 1980s, Maico’s 1981 490 Mega 2. The all-new Maico MC490 Mega 2 hit the market…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #183 1993 Yamaha YZ80
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to look back at Yamaha’s all-new YZ80 for 1993. Larger, faster, and sleeker than its predecessor, the YZ80 was transformed from an also-ran to a major contender in 1993. Photo Credit:…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #48 “1986 XL250R and XL600R”
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to take a look back at Honda’s dual-sport lineup for 1986. Dual-sports like the 1986 XL250R and XL600R promised go-anywhere capability and do-anything practicality to riders looking for a little adventure…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #182 “1985 Kawasaki KX250”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to look back at Kawasaki’s all-new “Works Replica” KX250 for 1985. All-new for 1985, Kawasaki’s redesigned KX250 was packed with innovations and style. Photo Credit: Kawasaki The early 80s were a…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #47 1985 Suzuki RM’s
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to look back at Suzuki’s last original Full Floater RMs. With Suzuki’s motocross struggles over the last few years it might be hard to remember what a powerhouse they were in…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #181 “2003 Yamaha YZ450F”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Yamaha’s all-new 2003 YZ450F. In 2003, Yamaha debuted its first major redesign of the machine that shocked the motocross world in 1998. Lighter, faster, and…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #46 Yamaha 1984 Lineup
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to look back at an ad for Yamaha’s motocross lineup for 1984. Today, it is accepted that all the machines raced on the AMA circuit are based on production hardware. Eli…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel 180 “1998 Honda CR250”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to look back at year two of Honda’s aluminum chassis experiment with the 1998 CR250R. In 1998, Honda introduced the second year of its aluminum motocross experiment. Like the 1997 version,…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #45: Harley Davidson’s late ’70’s MX Failure
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to look back at the promotional material for Harley-Davidson’s failed attempt at breaking into the motocross market in the late ‘70s. In the mid-1970s, off-road riding was exploding in popularity in…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #179 “1986 Suzuki RM250”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Suzuki’s all-new RM250 for 1986. All-new from the ground up, the 1986 RM250 looked to bring back the glory days of Suzuki’s early ‘80s 250…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #44 “Cannondale”
Over the years there have been many unsuccessful attempts by well-respected manufacturers to break into the motocross business. Harley-Davidson, Buell, BMW, and Aprilia have all dabbled in trying to translate street bike success into off-road glory. Today, it is Triumph…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #178 “2005 Kawasaki KX250”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Kawasaki’s all-new KX250 for 2005. With the two-stroke 250’s era of dominance quickly drawing to a close, Kawasaki threw one last major update at the…
