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Custom Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 Dirt Bike by 999lazer

This is the “Silver Surfer,” a crash-damaged 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 that was expertly converted into a pure dirt bike. The build was a project by Max Hind of the 999lazer YouTube channel, executed in a remarkable four days by mechanic and test rider Sean Smith.

The entire purpose of the build was to prove the low-cost, low-power Himalayan could survive the UK’s most grueling off-road endurance event, the Weston Beach Race, an event known for overwhelming even professional-grade motocross bikes.

Take a Look at the 2026 Triumph TF 250-X

The dust, my friends, never truly settles on the motocross track, and Triumph is once again stirring it up with their latest weapon: the 2026 Triumph TF 250-X. This is a dirt bike that is a finely tuned scalpel, honed for the cutthroat dance of the dirt.

They say you can’t improve on perfection, but Triumph’s engineers, bless their determined souls, clearly didn’t get the memo. This quarter-liter brawler, a beast that’s already been sniffing podiums in the brutal arenas of Supercross and MXGP, has been given a good going-over for the new season.

A New Kawasaki Two-Stroke Dirt Bike Is Coming Soon

Somewhere deep in the echoing rafters of a Supercross stadium, Kawasaki whispered the words we’d been waiting for. Or, more precisely, they let a single-cylinder two-stroke do the talking. No press release, no overblown marketing—just a throttle blip and a simple phrase: “We heard you.”

And just like that, the ghost of the KX250 stirred.

Dust Moto Hightail: A Dirt Bike Revolution in Electric Elegance

In the sun-dappled shadows of Bend, Oregon, Dust Moto is shaking up the dirt bike scene with its all-electric Hightail. This nimble machine punches above its weight with 42 horsepower and an earth-twisting 660Nm of torque, all packed into a feather-light sub-100kg frame.

It’s electric, whisper-quiet, and brimming with American ingenuity, offering a riding experience that’s as intuitive as it is exhilarating.

Check Out the 2025 Triumph TF 250-X

The 2025 Triumph TF 250-X dirt bike lands with all the swagger expected of a serious motocross contender. Updated fuel maps and new graphics bring even more bite to its already fierce bark.

This lightweight dirt demon, boasting a class-best power-to-weight ratio, turns heads and drops jaws, reaffirming Triumph’s reputation on dirt tracks.

Honda Elsinore: The Birth of a Motocross Icon

In 1973, Honda took a bold leap. At a time when motocross bikes were still specialty items mostly reserved for European builders, Honda—already a leading force in street motorcycles—suddenly entered the off-road scene.

They didn’t just dip a toe in the water; they cannonballed in, creating one of the most influential motocross bikes of all time. The Honda Elsinore, named after the storied Elsinore Grand Prix, wasn’t just a motorcycle; it was a spark, a shot of adrenaline that changed motocross forever.

Check Out the 2025 Beta 450 RC Off-Road Racer

The Beta 450 RC is the company’s latest addition to the 2025 lineup. The dirt bike is designed to answer the call of riders seeking a do-it-all off-road machine. Building on the success of the 450 RX motocrosser, this beast offers a platform proven for its durability and performance but steps up with features to make it a true off-road race weapon.

California Signs Motorcycle Competition Permit Law for Sanctioned Events

Well, California’s gone and done it. After years of confusion, frustration, and dust-ups over off-highway competition vehicles, they’ve signed Senate Bill 708 into law. Governor Gavin Newsom put his pen to paper on September 22, ushering in a fresh permit program to replace the now-defunct Red Sticker Program, which was cut in 2021 by the California Air Resources Board.

Check Out the Triumph TF 450-RC

Well, it was teased, and now it’s here. Enter the Triumph TF 450-RC, their latest 450cc motocrosser, named after the GOAT himself, Ricky Carmichael. This isn’t just a sticker-and-name collaboration either—Carmichael was in the trenches, helping design this machine to rip through tracks. Coming to a dealership near you in February, this beauty will set you back $10,995.

Check Out the New 2025 GasGas EC 300 GP

GasGas, known for its racing prowess, is bringing a real gem to the dirt with the 2025 EC 300 GP, their first special-edition enduro. And this bike isn’t just another off-roader—it’s a tribute to every GasGas champion who’s ever snagged an enduro world title. Wrapped in a bold, 90s-inspired livery that echoes Paul Edmondson’s 1994 championship-winning machine, this thing is sharp, sleek, and ready to stir up some serious nostalgia.