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Why do I use Flexx Bars?

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Why do I use Flexx Bars? For starters, use what works!! Fasst Company Flexx Bars take the rigid feel out of a standard bar. Have you ever hit a g-out the wrong way then causing your wrists to hurt? Flexx Bars take the harshness away from a hard hit. They are designed to take vibration out by eliminating metal to metal contact. Most importantly, Fasst Company does not sacrifice control or handling of the bike. The bike still goes where you want it, easily. (ADD PHOTO) Flexx Bars are tunable to your personal preference. Different bar bends are available. I use 14-degree enduro low. Perfect bars for a short person (I’m 5’2”)! Enduro bars are 31 inches wide and the moto bars are 32 inches. All Flexx Bars come with different color elastomers to allow a rider to choose, soft, stiff, or in between. After my elbow injury, I softened up my bars to the softest option. I use blue/yellow. It makes such a huge different for me. I truly believe these bars allowed me to ride when my elbow was still tender. The most common thing I hear from potential customers is Flexx Bars are heavy. Well, what about all that bling junk that’s on your bike? Isn’t that heavy? Off road rider with all the necessary and unnecessary guards? For the average rider, weight should not be a problem. Flexx Bars don’t feel heavy nor do they make the bike feel top heavy. We weighed a set of Flexx Bars and bar mounts vs other anti-vibration bar mounts and Protaper bars, the weight was within ounces of each other! Do Flexx Bars help with arm pump? To be honest, I rarely get arm pump in general. If I do, it is because I am not using my legs enough. Grabbing the bike with your legs, allows you to loosen up your grip on your hands which results in a less chance of arm pump. Think about it and try it out next time you ride. I use Flexx Bars for the added comfort. I do not feel them moving when I am riding but as soon as I jump on a bike without them, I instantly notice how rigid standard bars are. I use them because they work and they make long days easier on me. (ADD PHOTO) More Posts Back To Blog Page

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2023 Beta 300 Race Edition Review

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2023 Beta 300 Race Edition Review We hosted a Beta demo day in early December. It was a grand opportunity to test out the new 2023 Beta 300 Race Edition! Updates to the 2023 3 hundo Race Edition include: KYB REAR SHOCK ! – This is HUGE. Slimmer radiator shrouds – Gives the bike a sleeker look and improves aerodynamics. Slightly different cylinder, head, and power valve than the standard RR. This provides more compression and power. We rode this bike completely stock, exactly how it comes off of the showroom floor. My first impression was how GOOD the stock suspension was. The KYB shock is phenomenal. I have been riding Beta’s for the last 7 years and I can personally say with a few clicker adjustments the stock suspension is great. I would feel completely comfortable going straight to a race on it. The power was snappy and pulled great out of corners. It wanted to be ridden hard but still keeps true to Beta’s “Rideability” . I can’t write a review without talking about how beautiful Beta’s are. Every year, they find a way to give it that “DAMN” factor. Please excuse me while I wipe off my drool. Every year Beta continues to fine-tune and improve their bikes. Everyone here at the dealership is super impressed with the entire 2023 lineup.   More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Do you avoid hard things?

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Do you avoid hard things? Fun fact – I used to be a hater of the sand. I would purposely avoid it because it was hard and my performance in it lacked. Did that make me better, no. Was I taking the easy way, yes. The easy way leads to mediocrity, not growth. But what happens when you do the hard things? Growth, improvement, self-confidence, and ultimately happiness. The hard things are what you need most to reach the next step. I have my discipline to a point where, I do the hard things, the things I hate. Change your perspective and crave those ass kicker sessions! It’s not about avoiding the struggle but developing the ability to thrive in it. A friend once told me, “if you can go fast and ride well in sand, you can do that anywhere”. My skill set was not sand, I mean I live in the middle of MISSOURI! But I have spent many weekends in the sand box and now I have a strong skill set. What do you struggle with and purposely avoid? Chances are you need to work at it. (ADD PHOTO) Photo Credits: Lemons Photography More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Beta 200 vs Beta 250 – What is your pick?

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Beta 200 vs Beta 250 – What is your pick? So, stoked to finally test out a Beta 200! Back in 2019, Beta released the 200 and in 2021 they offer a 200 RR and Race Edition. It has been a massive hit and we have not been able to keep it on the floor for more than 24 hours. I tested out the 2019 200 in mostly stock form. It had a few guards, fat grips, and a FMF Turbine Core silencer. Like I said, basically a stock bike. Since the 250 Race Edition has been my bike of choice for the last 3 years, I wanted to compare the two. My bike is set up for me and my personal preference. A few things that are MUSTS for me: Fasst Company Flexx Bars, ARC levers, ODI EMIG lock on grips, Fasst Company Impact Pegs, FMF Fatty, and Rekluse clutch. Another over looked item; getting your suspension set up for your weight and riding ability along with setting the sag. Stock 200 vs my personal set up race bike – made it interesting but I ignored those preferred things when riding it. First thought after lap 1 – “THIS BIKE IS SICK!” Literally so much fun. It reminds me of my 125 but on steroids. Unlike the 125, it does have awesome lugging capabilities when you need it. It also requires less shifting than the 125 and is more forgiving. It does not have to be rode hard to go. The power is smooth and controllable. The weight difference between the 200 and 250 is very noticeable. I felt like it was easier to get the front end up and it wanted to float. In a good way, like bounce in the correct ways. I felt fast on it but did not get to push it as hard as I wanted. Suspension was a too soft. I am going to put my ’18 race edition forks and shock on it and spend more time on it. I got off the bike with a BIG smile! I hopped on my 250 with the thought of it will be hard to beat the fun factor of the 200. It has been a little bit since I have ridden my ’20 250 and man, I forgot how dang good that bike is! Super-duper smooth power delivery. Crisp and really spot on in general. It is the best bike I have ever had and the best looking! I can corner my 250 better than the 200 but I think it could be a combination of tires and suspension. (ADD PHOTO) Final thoughts, BOTH are really good bikes. Depends on what you are after. I shift less on my 250 than I do on the 200. The sound of the 200 makes me feel like I am riding the shit out of it, which boosts my confidence. The lighter weight helped me get more air on the jumps I was hitting. Not that it is important for a woods rider, but keep in mind moto skills cross with woods skills. The 200 would be awesome in tighter technical terrain and the 250 would shine in open terrain. Both have their place and I can’t pick which one is better. THEY ARE AMAZING! I intend to make a few personal preference changes to the 200 to get a better feel for it. More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Caprock Canyon National Enduro 2020

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Caprock Canyon National Enduro 2020 This past weekend we finished up the National Enduro Series. The final round took place in Turkey, Texas, home of Bob Wills. This is west Texas, desert terrain, hint the name of the enduro. Expectations were unknown. What we seen and experienced was wild. The wild west. I am not sure the last time it rained but it was dry and the sun eventually warmed things up after a cold start. We parked at the town’s school. To get to the ranch where the first tested started, we had a 6 mile, mostly road transfer. It was a brisk morning. My face and hands were frozen. Thankfully, right before the start I grabbed a Fly Racing cold weather jersey. Those things do the trick and are the bomb at this time of year! On the road, we drove past an old Phillip’s 66 gas station that has be restored. It was super neat! Start time was 8 AM. This time of the year, the sun tends to be in bad places. I legit thought in the first test, I was going to ride off a cliff. The dust was bad. The sun was blinding. So dang sketchy. I rode very reserved and could not get a flow. The second test, the sun was in a much better place. I felt more comfortable and was able to pick the pace up. It flowed well. The third test was even better. I got a lot more comfortable with the dry slick terrain and started moving a lot faster. I felt like I had a solid time in that one. The fourth test was my absolute favorite! Dried up river bed + sand wash was so sick!! Leading up to this wide-open area, I did my best to channel my inner Destry Abbott. He is someone I look up to and enjoy watching videos of him riding. I hit a new top speed for me, 52 MPH! I was literally smiling ear to ear not knowing how much faster I could go without killing myself! For sure a thrill that I do not experience often. When we hit the sand wash in the transfer, I was still enjoying the heck out of it! I used to be a hater of the sand but I made myself do training that I considered to be “hard” and it has changed me ever since. A friend once told me, “if you can go fast and ride well in sand, you can do that anywhere.” So, it is my favorite type of ass kicker! The fifth test was interesting. It had a section called, “Don’t be a Chicken”. I wanted to be a chicken. It scared me so much. We were riding down a canyon basically. We started up high and had sharp turns to make it to the bottom. I looked over the edge and it was like 100 feet to the bottom. I made it down, safely! I wrecked a few times in this test. One of the times, I twisted my bad ankle pretty good but I knew this was the last test of the day. Probably, one of the most memorable sections all year. I ended up finishing 7th out of 10 in women’s elite. My slow start didn’t really help me pull a stellar ride together. For the year, I finished 4th. I am happy with that but looking forward to putting in some extra work this off season! Huge thanks to everyone that makes racing happen for me, supporting me in any type of way with advice, encouragement, and pushing me to be my best! Most importantly, thank you to my dad for keeping my bikes in top notch shape and doing the bulk of the driving and also to Frank Leivan for being my pit help. They both make my race days easier and more enjoyable! I loved my Beta 250 and my set up in all the terrains we raced this year. It is an awesome bike and suits me well. Fasst Company Flexx bars are also a big key for me and pushing myself in a race. Flexx bars take the harshness out of hard hits and reduce vibration. It has been a fun year! Bring on 2021! Congratulations to Kylie Harris for her stellar year. She is the 2020 NEPG Beta Cup winner and has also won a national championship in women’s amateur. Kylie’s prize for winning the Beta Cup is a BRAND NEW BETA two stroke of her choice! Such a great program! Steve Leivan also wrapped up another national championship in the A+40 class on his Sherco. It did not come easy this go, but that is what makes it all worth it in the end! Great job to all of our Bonecutter Off Road Beta & Sherco racer’s who raced this last enduro and congrats on the year end finishes! Caprock Enduro Results: A+40 – Steve Leivan 3rd (Sherco) A+50 – Steve Bonecutter 8th (Sherco) C+40 – Jeremy Harris 2nd (Beta)Womens Elite – Tayler Bonecutter 7th (Beta)Womens Amateur – Kylie Harris 1st (Beta) NEPG Year End Results: A250 – Huck Jenkins 6th (Beta) A200 – Broc French 3rd (Beta) A+40 – Steve Leivan 1st (Sherco) A+50 – Steve Bonecutter 7th (Sherco) Womens Elite – Tayler Bonecutter 4th (Beta) Womens Amateur – Kylie Harris 1st (Beta) C+40 – Jeremy Harris 2nd (Beta) 65+ – Rick Whelove 3rd (Beta) Cover Photo: Winpic Photography Other Photos: Josh Cairl and Shan Moore More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Take The Chance

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Take The Chance “We like to think of our champions and idols as superheroes who were born different from us. We don’t like to think of them as relatively ordinary people who made themselves extraordinary.” – Carol Dweck Have you ever been scared to try something new? Something that seems hard? What about getting into a male dominant work field or sport? If you have interest in something, just do the damn thing! The experiences gained and lessons learned may be exactly what you need. There are many women who do not think they can ride a dirt bike let alone race it. Some might be fed these self-limiting thoughts and begin to believe it themselves. “You are not strong enough”, “You can’t ride a dirt bike”, “You won’t be any good”, etc… Some might think the women who do and put the kicking to the boys are born with it and do not face adversities. But what if you take the chance? What I have gained by getting into the sport: Friends that have became like family. A sense of community and a place I belong. Being in a position to empower other women or girls to try and show them what they are capable of! The sense of reward by helping other riders improve or get into the sport. Being healthy – If dirt bikes were not in my life, I would not be a couch potato by any means but it has started my passion for training at the gym, running, and the bicycle. It has also helped me realize the importance of nutrition. GRIT – to have passion and perseverance for long-term and meaningful goals. Having the ability to persist in something you feel passionate about and persevere when you face obstacles. This kind of passion is not about intense emotions or infatuation. Mental strength – the ability to push through when the going gets tough. David Goggin’s talks about the 40% rule; when you think you cannot go anymore; you have 40% left in your tank. Being physically STRONG! These skills gained are not limited to dirt bike racing and riding but can also be applied to all areas of life! Most importantly, you have to start somewhere but remember to fail forward. When I first started, I had very little skill! Making a complete lap on a non peewee level course was a battle to make it back to the scoring lane. I made the sweepers work EXTRA hard. I could not turn my bike around without falling over. Group rides with the girls usually meant knocking someone else over because I couldn’t control the bike. It’s not easy but from what I have learned the hard things are the most rewarding! If you do not know where to start, always feel free to reach out to other women in the sport! We are a community and love getting others into the sport! More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Gobbler Getter National Enduro 2020

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Gobbler Getter National Enduro 2020 Last weekend we traveled to Alabama for the Gobbler Getter National Enduro. Plantersville, AL was in the path for the hurricane earlier in the week. Not a lot of rain fell but lots of debris and tress. Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club worked countless hours to fix the trail, clean it up, re-arrow, and give us an EPIC RACE! The hard work is greatly appreciated, not all clubs would put a race before their own needs. THANK YOU! The weather was absolutely beautiful, 70’s and sunshine! Dirt was brownie mix with a side of sand. Traction was the best in months. Fast, flowy, tight, hills, off cambered slopes – a big ball of FUN! I have been recovering from an ankle dislocation but I decided to go ahead and race. Boy oh boy, I am glad I did! Test 1 was the shortest of the day. It was pretty fast and flowed well. Sandy sections scattered throughout. Test 2 was a little rougher. It had hill climbs and exposed roots but flowed well and was fun. I felt really good in the first part, until I had a mishap. I was going up a hill and hit a root. The rear of the bike kicked me so hard and threw me off the bike. It was almost in slow motion. I knew it was happening but couldn’t do anything to stop it. It hurt. When I finally gathered myself, I realized my bike was stuck in a vine off the trail. I thought, oh great. I finally got it out but ended up dropping it in basically the middle of the trail. I then had to wait until there was not any one coming in order to get it picked up. I lost a ton of time but I was finally on my way. I instantly knew my front end was tweaked so I stopped and hit it on a tree to try to fix it. That did not do the trick so I rode it as is. It caused a few more wrecks but nothing like that first one. I had it fixed before I headed to test 3. By this time, I was really aching. I was not really sure where or why but it was my back/shoulder area along with a big hobble. Test 3 was a lot better for me. I took it down a notch and tried not to hit roots that hard. This section was similar to 3 except it had a lot more off cambered slopes and some tricky areas. I did not wreck at all. Test 4 had some mud. I avoided all the mud holes and ruts clean and did not get stuck at all. I did have a fella get stuck in front of me and I got hammered. My head felt like it weighed 50lbs. So hard to keep it lifted up. I stopped a few times trying to unload some of the mud that had been roosted on me. I was not a happy camper at all but that is racing. Test 5 was tighter than the others but was still fun. Considering, I felt like I had a decent day. I finished 5th in Womens Elite. Great job to the other Bonecutter Off Road Beta & Sherco racer’s! A 250 – Huck Jenkins 6th (BETA) A 200 – Broc French 4th (BETA) A +40 – Steve Leivan 1st (SHERCO) A +50 – Steve Bonecutter 9th (SHERCO) C +40 – Jeremy Harris 2nd (BETA)Womens Elite – Tayler Bonecutter 5th (BETA)Womens Amateur – Kylie Harris 4th (BETA) Photo Credits: Kenny King More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Washing a Dirt Bike – Tips & Tricks

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Washing a Dirt Bike – Tips & Tricks Why does a dirt bike have to be so clean just to get dirty again? Cleaning it helps chain, sprockets, bearing, etc. last longer. Weight loss program for your bike. Mud can add a lot of weight! Gives the washer time to inspect for damage, wear, and potential failing parts. Brings confidence to the rider showing up with the best-looking bike. One less thing to worry about on race day. If mechanic work is needed, it keeps dirt and debris out of places they do not belong. A clean bike is a happy bike. Although washing a bike is tedious work, there are plenty of reasons why it is crucial. When the dirt bike is clean, it is easier to inspect damage and work on. What is your opinion, is it a good idea to have dirt clumps falling inside the engine or reservoirs? What is proper way to clean a bike? How I wash my bike varies on the scenario. It depends on if it was a mudder, what needs worked on, or just needs cleaned. If the bike is just typical dirty and it only needs routine maintenance, I do not take a lot apart. Pull the seat off and install an air filter plug. When it is a mudder, I remove EVERYTHING after washing to my best ability. If you have never done this, you would be shocked at how much dirt hides in the little crevices of the bike. If it is rebuild time (no matter how dirty), I pull the seat, air box cover, and the tank. Anytime the tank is pulled off, make sure the fuel line connection is blocked off. Removing the tank and plastics leave a lot of wire exposed, make sure you don’t spray an excessive amount of water on them. Time to learn how to scrub! Major key items; power washer, scrub brushes, and soap. Without them you are wasting your time. I first rinse as much dirt off as possible. Then, I will lay it down on its side. This helps get areas hard to see clean. For soaps. I use purple power, bleach white (for white plastics), or Maxima Biowash. Before using any type of cleaner make sure the bike is wet and do not let it sit too long. Most cleaners can stain. Once the soap is applied, I start scrubbing and immediately following I will wash it off. If you run a raw header that is not completely rusted, a good way to clean it is purple power and Brillo pads. Brillo pads can be used on any raw metal surface, to bring the shine back. (ADD PHOTO) Make sure you are not just focusing on plastics. Mud that sits in bearing or seals makes them go bad faster. Get the chain clean. Let’s just go with, there should not be any dirt or grime on your bike when you are finished washing it. After washing, use an air nozzle and blow the bike off. Use common sense and do no blow places off you shouldn’t. Over time the bike and plastics start to look dull, Maxima SC1 smells wonderful and will brighten it back up! Lastly, apply chain lube to the chain so it won’t rust. If you have a raw header such as FMF Fatty, make sure you oil it. I prefer to use Lucas Tool Box Buddy, it is nice and thick. Now that you have a sparkly clean bike, you should have an idea what needs fixed and it is time to get to work!! The short version: Don’t leave mud on your bike for a week. Wash. Lay on side. Soap. Scrub. Repeat. Put on stand. Wash. Soap. Scrub. Repeat. Remove air filter and install Twin Air air filter cover. Remove seat and plastics. Wash. Soap. Scrub. Repeat.6.5 Pro tip – make sure mud and dirt are removed from all areas; under swingarm, brake calipers, chain, sprockets, linkage, wheel bearing area, etc… Double check it. Dry off. Use air or a towel. If you have a raw pipe, Lucas Tool Box Buddy is your best friend. Ultra tacky chain lube that doesn’t sling is Bel Ray Blue Tac Chain Lube. SC1 makes it shine. Details matter. More Posts Back To Blog Page

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Muddobbers National Enduro 2020

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Muddobbers National Enduro 2020 Mental Toughness A quality of mind or intellect characterized by, among other things, a refusal to be intimidated, a determination to finish a contest even when things are going badly, and an ability to control emotions and remain highly focused when under the pressure of intense competition. Compare physical toughness. – OXFORD REFERENCE Last week I took some vacation time and spent my week training with a couple of Beta USA’s Factory Team Riders, Rachel Gutish and Thorn Devlin. I cannot thank the Gutish family enough for giving me a place to stay and for helping me service my bike. Thursday, we went to this really cool place in Indiana that seemed to be somewhat similar to the terrain in Upton. It was really good practice! Almost to the end of my first lap, a FREAK accident happened. I missed a turn and started to turn around. Next thing I know, my foot is in my rear wheel. I AM NOT SURE HOW OR WHY BUT IT WAS! That caused me to fall over. I fell on throttle side which made my throttle stick wide open, sucking my foot on in. It was jammed in between my rear tire, swingarm, mud flap, and kickstand. LIKE WHAT THE HECK!! SO WILD! It was so painful. I was in a standing position but the pain was excruciating so I sat on the side of my bike and started yelling for help. At first, Rachel and the other people we were riding with thought I was just sitting on my bike until they took a closer look. Then everyone started freaking out. I was stuck on how does this even happen and they were stuck on is her ankle even attached to her leg anymore. They did not think that they could get me out without taking my rear wheel off but I begged for them to just try because I was hurting so much, I did not want to wait for someone to go get tools. The next problem was the kickstand but somehow, we got it squeezed on through. I sat there for a minute to gather myself and mentally assess the damage. I decided I could ride my own bike out so I did and called it a day. Friday, I spent my day hobbling around trying to decide if I could race on Sunday. It was a BIG FAT NO on Friday and most of Saturday. I am not sure what changed my mind but I went ahead and registered Saturday afternoon. Sunday morning rolls around and I really started to think I made the wrong choice on signing up. It was a cold 46 degrees and rain, less than ideal conditions for a bummed up ankle. Before I could talk myself out of it, I put my gear on two hours early. I knew by doing that, I had to race. Test 1, it rained pretty hard. Goggles lasted less than a mile. I froze waiting for my row to take off but at least I was already wet before crossing the massive creek 20 seconds in. Most of the first test was really flowly but fast. It even had what felt like a mile-long straight stretch on a paved road. I spent most of this test trying to figure out how to ride with my current situation. Test 2, was bad. You can ask anyone and you will be told, it was REALLY BAD! It continued to rain into this test and dry ground with water added was like ice. This made everything sketchy. We rode along the river with big roots sticking out. I was so nervous I would not be able to control my bike and I would end up in the water. Loads of pile ups on hill climbs and even on flat ground. It was so difficult. I wrecked a lot. I struggled a lot. I hurt a lot. Everything combined made me want to quit. But for me, quitting is not an option. I proceeded on to test 3, I was late and I knew it. I was super hesitant and did not trust the ground below. It was like test 2 scarred me for life lol. I just rode and tried to stay off the ground and not make myself hurt more. There were tons of logs in this section to. Not small ones either, HUGE ONES. I was late to test 4 but not by as much as I was to 3. I rode smart and better to get through it. I wanted a snack so I focused on what it took to get from A to B, start to end. Test 4 was a little bit more fun than 3. I had 15 minutes before test 5! I was stoked. I got my snacks and fuel in my dirt bike. It was a mental game changer for me. I rolled up to the start and said “FINALLY!”. The check worker claimed this one would be a fun one but I did not know if I should believe him. But it was fun. It flowed so good and you could actually trust the ground. I rode as fast as I felt comfortable doing. At this round, Womens Elite, had to do all 6. All I wanted was to be done and I really do not know what was in this test but I did whatever it took to get done. I finished the day 3rd in Womens Elite out of 6. My first national podium of the year and my first ever payout! I was stoked to prove to myself that I could finish no matter the amount of pain and discomfort I was in. It is just another reason why you should never quit. Nothing is scarier than blasting through a corn field, not being able to use your rear brake well or be on your toes from lack of movement in the ankle

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