For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to take a look back at a couple of interesting ads for AXO Sport’s 1994 lineup. At first glance these two ads may appear identical but there is one very significant…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #166: “1992 KX 250”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Kawasaki’s all-new KX250 for 1992. The all-new 1992 KX250 was Kawasaki’s second attempt at the perimeter frame concept. While far from perfect, the new machine…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #31: “Husqvarna in Print”
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to take a look back at the history of Husqvarna. In the 1960s, Husqvarna was one of the first brands to make the move away from the heavy four-strokes to the…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #165 “The History of the Suzuki PE175”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at one of the most beloved Enduro machines of the late seventies and early eighties, Suzuki’s PE175. In 1978, Suzuki debuted its answer to Yamaha’s successful…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #30 “Top 10 Gear Lines”
Motocross style is pretty unique. The gear we ride in would look completely absurd in nearly any setting other than a motocross track. Most motocross racers consider themselves type “A” macho men yet have no problem showing up to the…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel “The 125cc class of 1987”
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at how the 125 class of 1987 stacked up in the enthusiast magazines of the time. The 1980s were the glory days of MXA for me…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink #29 1990 KTM Line Up
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to take a look back at the 1990 KTM lineup The all-new 1990 “Broc Glover Replica” 250 MX was derided by some as a Honda clone, but it proved that KTM…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #163 1993 RM125
 For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Suzuki’s all-new 1993 RM125. All-new for 1993, Suzuki’s RM125 offered bold new styling that was a radical departure from the previous two seasons. Photo…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink 28: 1997 CR250R
Every decade or so a motorcycle comes along that captivates the minds of the motocross masses. Machines like the 1973 Honda Elsinore, 1981 Suzuki RM125, and 1990 Kawasaki KX250 became instant icons with bold designs that broke new ground in…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #162: 1984 KX80
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Kawasaki’s 1984 KX80. In the early eighties Kawasaki’s KX80 was the brand’s first true success story. Blazing fast and dripping with the latest in motocross…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Ink KTM’s 1987 125 MX
For this edition of Classic Ink we are going to take a look back at an ad for KTM’s 1987 125 MX. Today, KTM is the industry powerhouse in off-road motorcycling. They offer the widest range of models over three…
“Maxxis Tires” – Classic Steel #161: 1991 Suzuki RM125
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at Suzuki’s boldly-styled RM125 for 1991. In 1991 Suzuki revamped the look of their entire lineup with a fresh color pallet and a set of very…