MXA’S WEEKEND NEWS ROUND-UP: NEW BIKES ARE IN THE SHOWROOMS
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT! FIRST LOOK AT THE 2025 KAWASAKI KX250 FOUR-STROKE
The new 2025 Kawasaki KX250 has an MSRP of $8,999 and will be available this summer.
Over the past five decades, the Kawasaki KX motorcycle series has been instrumental in guiding motocross riders to the podium. KX stands as one of the most notable brands in motocross and Supercross, with the KX250 constantly challenging its competition in the class. Drawing inspiration from the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki racing team, the newly redesigned 2025 KX250 is a force to be reckoned withk. Among its 2025 upgrades are a redesigned cylinder head, a new lightweight aluminum frame, a center port exhaust, and several first-time features for the Kawasaki KX250, including ODI Lock-On grips, Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC), customizable riding modes accessible via handlebar-mounted switch box, and Bluetooth connectivity using Rideology App.
WHAT’S NEW ON THE 2025 KX250
NEW Engine tuning
NEW Cylinder head
NEW Straight exhaust port and center exhaust
NEW Smartphone connectivity
NEW Handlebar-mounted traction control switch
NEW Lightweight aluminum perimeter frame
NEW ODI Lock-On grips
NEW Easy-to-remove side cover
NEW Slim ergonomic bodywork
NEW KTRC and riding modes
PRICE $8,999
• PANIC REV’S “CAMP REV” MOTOCROSS CAMP AT PERRIS ON JULY 15-17
PanicREV will host their Summer Camp at Perris MX Park on July 15-17. CampREV is set up for riders of all ages and skill levels that are looking to take their skills on the racetrack to a new level! This is achieved by breaking everyone up into groups based on their ages and skill levels. CampREV features daily chapel services and prayer, in addition to refining skills such as conditioning, corners, jumping, starts, riding position, technique and a whole lot of FUN! For more info go to www.camprev.com.
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 2025 KAWASAKI ELEKTRODE 20 AND ELEKTRODE 20FS
For 2025 Kawasaki is introducing the Elektrode 20 tailored for riders of greater stature, and the Elektrode 20FS, designed for riders stepping up from smaller models. Both models feature 20-inch wheels, catering to riders advancing from smaller Elektrode bikes or those embracing riding for the first time at a later stage in life.
ALL-NEW 2025 KAWASAKI ELEKTRODE 20 HIGHLIGHTS:
(1) Powerful 750W in-wheel brushless electric motor.
(2) Chainless drive and silent operation.
(3) Premium disc brakes.
(4) Long-lasting in-frame battery with up to 3 hours of running time.
(5) Telescopic front fork.
(6) Large 20” spoke wheels.
(7) 24mph max speed with three selectable speed modes.
(8) KX-inspired styling.
(9) Auto-sleep feature that shuts off the power after 10 minutes of inactivity.
The retail price of the 2025 Elektrode 20 and 20FS is $2199.
• 2024 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP TV SCHEDULE 
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: TWO NEW TWO-STROKE MODELS IN THE GASGAS 2025 LINE-UP
A new addition for 2025 is the GasGas MC150 two-stroke.
Last year, GasGas only had 125 and 250 two-strokes. This year, the MC300 (pictured) and MC150 join the GasGas MC125 & MC250.
The new and improved 2025 chromoly steel frame.
Our engineers have removed a material around the upper shock mount as well as reducing the thickness of the frame at the front. In addition to saving 300g, what’s more important is that these revisions were made to significantly improve handling, especially when entering corners, without sacrificing any straight-line stability. New head stays further refine the frame’s flex characteristics, along with new suspension settings.
2025 GASGAS TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS:
- Revised frame – Re-engineered for improved cornering while remaining stable at speed.
- New motor mounts – Now with cut-outs for improved chassis flex.
- New SKF linkage seals and smaller bolt – Leads to a smoother shock performance and saves weight.
- New suspension settings – Adapted to complement all of the chassis updates.
- New graphics – With GasGas in bold black letters for a fresh twist to our usual styling.
- New intake snorkel – A stronger design prevents air deformation for maximum power at all times.
- New fuel tank support – Holds the tank securely in place and prevents frame wear.
• MXA AT HANGTOWN: WHY JOSH MOSIMAN SWITCHED FROM A 350 TO A 450
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: FIRST LOOK AT THE UPDATED 2025 HONDA GROM
Small in stature, but huge in popularity and fun, the street-legal Honda Grom is back with a fresh new look for 2025. The 2025 Grom marks the fourth generation of the pint-sized bike—with redesigned bodywork
The Grom is one of the powersports industry’s top-selling models. It is available in Cherry red, Candy blue and Pearl white with the MSRP of $3599 for the basic 125cc Grom, $3699 for the Grom SP with updated graphics and trim colors and $3799 for the Grom with ABS brakes.
• MXA PHOTO OF THE WEEK: A SLIGHTLY PRE-MATURE CELEBRATION
You have to appreciate the “number one” salute by Joseph Gillam (171) as he gets the holeshot in the 250 Novice class at last week’s “Saturday at the Glen” race. The most interesting fact about this photo is that Jack Dufrene (73) swept both motos of the 250 Novices—you’ll find Jack (73) in 16th place near the back of the pack. The second place overall rider, Logan Peplinski, is not in the photo yet (he was around 20th on the start) and the third place rider, Case Hadorn, was also out of frame in 22nd place. (Photo by Debbie Tamietti)
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• MXA VIDEO: FIRST LOOK! NEW 2025 HONDA CRF450 & CRF250 MODELS
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: 2025 BETA 450RX FOUR-STROKE
LIST OF 2025 BETA RX450 FEATURES
Suspension: Closed cartridge 48mm KYB front fork and the rear shock have been updated with new valving for better overall performance.
Rear subframe and filter box: while the rear subframe’s geometry and the filter box remain the same, the structure has been reinforced in a series of points that stiffen and strengthen it, maintaining lightness and ability to absorb stresses. Access to the filter remains on the left side of the bike and is extremely easy and requires no tools to access.
Battery: A stronger lithium battery ensures quick starts while remaining very light in weight.
Final ratio: Rear sprocket has been replaced with a 51 tooth for a quicker “spin-up” of the power delivery.
The 2025 Beta 450RX will be available in October 2024 for $10,999.
Handlebar Mounts: Isoelastic handlebar mounts are used to reduce vibration, these bar mounts also raise the handlebar height 5mm.
Rear Axle: The rear axle diameter has been increased to 22mm to reduce flex as well as provide better durability.
We’re thankful for the new footpegs. The 2024 footpegs were slippery.
Footpegs: The 2025 model receives new, less bulky footpegs, with an enhanced grip performance provided to the rider’s boot, to keep the bike under control at all times.
New Graphics and Colors: More “Italian” red showing off the heritage of the Beta brand, tied together with new graphics for 2025 bringing a fresh new look to the RX.
Updated Engine Mapping: The mapping has been updated with the latest settings that have been tested by the Beta race team. This along with traction control completes the electronic package of the RX model.
Throttle Pulleys: Each 450 RX arrives with three extra throttle pulleys, all with a different ratio to allow riders to install the ratio to their liking.
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This is the cover of the July 2024 issue of MXA. It features our exclusive test of the Fantic XX125. This is a platform-shared 2024 Yamaha YZ125, with aftermarket European parts, plastic and pipe. Fantic is not allowed to import any of the Yamaha-based XX models (125XX, two-stroke. 250XX two-stroke, 250XX four-stroke or 450XX four-stroke to the USA.
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The upcoming July 2024 issue includes full tests of the Fantic 125XX (and of a hopped-up Pasha Racing version to compare it to. There is also KTM250SXF Factory Edition versus a GasGas MC450F Factory Edition to help you choose the best Factory Edition for you riding style, budget and tastes. We also tested three exotic two-stroke project bikes, including Landen Gordon’s Pro Circuit-built Kawasaki KX112, Steve Christiano’s Ride Engineering Yamaha YZ250 and, most intriguing of all, Robert Reed’s Possum Valley Racing Kawasaki KX315 TMR big-bore. We also interview Greg Albertyn about the hardships of being a South African Grand Prix racer in the era of apartheid, hitting a deer at the Motocross des Nations and winning the 1999 AMA 250 National Championship on a Suzuki RM250.
And that isn’t all that is in the Jule 2024 Issue of MXA, but we have to leave some surprises left for when your new issue hits your mailbox. Don’t forget, the $25 credit from Rocky Mountain ATV/MC means that you get a subscription for MXA at a giant discount. Are you smart enough to recognize a great deal when you see it? To subscribe call (800) 767-0345 or Click Here
• FXR NOW ACCEPTING NEW SUPPORT APPLICANTS FOR THE 2024 SEASON!
The FXR Race Support Program provides sponsorship for amateur and professional riders who compete in many MX disciplines. Regardless of skill level, our program has something for every rider. We offer multi-level support for both amateur and professional athletes. We seek riders who excel on and off the track and work as supporters of the FXR brand in a positive and professional manner. Riders may apply by Clicking Here.
• MXA VIDEO: CAN A SURRON ELECTRIC BIKE SWIM WITH THE FISHES?
• EVERY 2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS GRAND PRIX WINNER AT A GLANCE
Jorge Prado (1) lost the points lead in the 2024 FIM 450 World Motocross Championship in the mud in Portugal, got it back at the second Spanish GP and lost it again in the muddy French GP and got it back again in Germany.
Venue 450 250
Mar. 10…Argentina………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Mar. 24…Spain………………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 7…Sardinia……………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 14…Italy #1..…………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)…………..Liam Everts (KTM)
May 5…Portugal………………………………Pauls Jonass (Gas)………….Liam Everts (KTM)
May 12…Spain…………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)…………..Lucas Coenen (KTM)
May 19…France……………………………… Tim Gajser (Hon)……………Lucas Coenen (KTM)
Jun. 2…Germany……………………………..Jorge Prado (Gas)…………..Lucas Coenen (KTM)
Jun. 9…Latvia
June 16…Italy #2
June 30…Indonesia #1
July 7…Indonesia #2
July 21…Czech Republic
July. 28..Belgium
Aug. 11…Sweden
Aug. 18…Holland
Aug 25…Switzerland
Sept. 8… Turkey
Sept. 16…China
Sept. 29….Italy #3
450 Points leader……………………..Tim Gajser
250 Points leader…………………….Kay De Wolf
• MXA VIDEO: WE TEST A HOPPED-UP VERSION OF THE BIKE YOU CAN’T BUY IN THE USA
• EVERY 2024 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS WINNER AT A GLANCE
Thanks to a better track and improved track preparation, Hangtown enabled more passing and better racing than at Pala..
Venue 450 250
May 25…Pala, CA…………………………Jett Lawrence (Hon)……………Haeden Deegan (Yam)
June 1…Hangtown, CA………………….Chase Sexton (KTM)……………Haeden Deegan (Yam)
June 8…Thunder Valley, CO
June 15…Mount Morris, PA
June 29…Southwick, MA
July 6…Red Bud, MI
July 13…Millville, MN
July 20…Washougal, WA
August 10…Unadilla, NY
August 17…Budds Creek, MD
August 24…Crawfordsville, IN
450 Points leader……………………..Chase Sexton
250 Points leader…………………….Haeden Deegan
• MXA VIDEO: 2024 KAWASAKI KX450 TEST
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: SKF WHEEL KIT
Svenska Kullagerfabriken (SKF) was born in 1907 after its found- er invented the first double-row, self-aligning ball bearing. SKF has been producing high-quality bearings ever since. SKF’s new motorcycle Wheel Service kit includes high-quality bearings and seals compatible with your stock wheel spacers. $29.99 to $49.99—www.innteck-usa.com or (866) 252-8772.
• MXA PHOTO OF THE WEEK: JOSH PASSES HIS OWN BIKE AT HANGTOWN
Josh Mosiman crashed out of the first 450 “A” Qualifier at last Saturday’s Hangtown National and managed to get an awesome photo of him flying through the air. He wasn’t injured, but his bike needed some TLC. He came back in the second qualifier to set the 26th fastest time and go straight to the 450 motos.
• MXA VIDEO: WE RIDE COTY SCHOCK’S YAMAHA YZ125 TWO-STROKE
• GREAT PLAINS VINTAGE MOTOCROSS SERIES CONTINUES ON JUNE 9 AT RAZOR’S EDGE
A class for everyone and every bike: vintage Post-Vintage, Evolution & Minis. For more information go to www.greatplainsvintagemx.org
• THE COMPLETE 2024 RACE SCHEDULES: WHAT YOU MISSED & WHAT’S COMING UP
The 2024 Hangtown National was historic because of Chase Sexton’s remarkable second moto ride from 40th to first.
2024 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
May 25…Pala, CA
June 1…Hangtown, CA
June 8…Thunder Valley, CO
June 15…Mount Morris, PA
June 29…Southwick, MA
July 6…Red Bud, MI
July 13…Millville, MN
July 20…Washougal, WA
August 10…Unadilla, NY
August 17…Budds Creek, MD
August 24…Crawfordsville, IN
2024 SUPERMOTOCROSS (SMX) PLAY-OFFS
Sept. 7…Concord, NC
Sept. 14…Fort Worth, TX
Sept. 21…Las Vegas, NV
2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Mar. 10…Argentina
Mar. 24…Spain #1
Apr. 7…Sardinia
Apr. 14…Italy #1
May 5…Portugal
May 12…Spain #2
May 19…France
Jun. 2…Germany
Jun. 9…Latvia
June 16…Italy #2
June 30…Indonesia #1
July 7…Indonesia #2
July 21…Czech Republic
July. 28…Belgium
Aug. 11…Sweden
Aug. 18…Holland
Aug 25…Switzerland
Sept. 8… Turkey
Sept. 16…China
Sept. 29….Spain #3
2024 WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONSHIP
Apr. 19-20…Glen Helen, CA
2024 GLEN HELN STOPWATCH NATIONAL
May 16…Glen Helen, CA
LORETTA LYNN NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Jul. 29-Aug. 3…Hurricane Mills, TN
2024 MOTOCROSS DES NATIONS
Oct. 6…Matterley Basin, UK
2024 WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Nov. 2-3…Glen Helen, CA
2024 GNCC CHAMPIONSHIP
Feb. 17-18… Union, SC
Mar. 2-3…Palatka, FL
Mar. 23-24…Society Hills, SC
Apr. 13-14…Monterey, TN
Apr. 27-28…Crawfordsville, IN
May 11-12…St. Clairsville, OH
June 1-2…Mt. Morris, PA
June 22-23…Snowden, WV
Aug. 31/Sept.1…Newburg, WV
Sept. 14-15…Beckley, WV
Sept. 28-29…Millfield, OH
Oct. 26-27…Crawfordsville, IN
2024 WORCS CHAMPIONSHIP
Jan. 5-7…Taft, CA
Jan. 26-28…Glen Helen, CA
Feb 23-25…Marysville, CA
Mar. 15-17…Lake Havasu, AZ
Apr. 12-14…Blythe, CA
May 17-19…Cedar City, UT
Sept. 6-7…Glen Helen, CA
Oct. 4-6…Mesquite, NV
Nov. 1-3…Primm, NV
2024 CANADIAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
June 2…Calgary, AB
June 9…Raymond, AB
June 16…Pilot Mound, MB
Jul. 7…Courtland, ON
Jul. 14…Ottawa, ON
Jul. 21…Moncton, NS
Jul. 28…Deschamault,QC
Aug. 11..Walton, ON
2024 DUTCH MASTERS OF MOTOCROSS
Mar. 17…Harfsen
Apr. 4…Oldebroek
Apr. 21…Markelo
2024 ADAC MX MASTERS
Apr. 21…Princely Drehna
Apr. 28…Dreetz
May 26…Vellahn
Jun. 23…Bielstein
July 14,…Tensfeld
Aug. 4…Gaildorf
Sept. 1…TBA
Sept. 22…Holzgerlingen
2024 SATURDAY AT THE GLEN MOTOCROSS (UPDATED)
Jan. 13…Winter Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Jan. 20…Winter Series #2 (National track
Feb. 3…Winter Series #3 (Arroyo track)
Feb. 24…Winter Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Mar. 16…Winter Series #5 (National track)
Mar. 23…Spring Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Apr. 13…Spring Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Apr. 20…World Two-Stroke Championship (Nationla & Arroyo track)
May 4…Spring Series #3 (National track-double points)
May 11…Spring Series #4 (National track)
May 18…Spring Series #5 (Arroyo track)
June 1…Summer Series #1 (Arroyo track)
June 15…Summer Series #2 (National track)
July 6…Summer Series #3 (Arroyo track)
July 27…Summer Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Aug. 3….Summer Series #5 (National track)
Aug. 24…Fall Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Aug. 31…Fall Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Sept. 14…Fall Series #3 (National track)
Oct. 5…Fall Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Oct. 19…Fall Series #5 (Arroyo track)
Oct. 26…Winter Series #1 (National track)
Nov. 16…Winter Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Nov. 23..Winter Series #3 (Arroyo track)
Dec. 7…Winter Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Dec. 21…Winter Series #4 (National track)
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Photos Credits: Trevor Nelson, Debbi Tamietti, GasGas, Beta, Honda, Brian Converse, Kawasaki and MXA archives
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