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Final Word
Most people know me from helping out Glen Bell back in the day. I remember those days clearly, working with Glen, seeing familiar faces at the track and even racing a bit myself. It all started with Glen, who I met at Stephen Gall’s Pro Cycles, owned
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5 Minutes With Robbie Marshall
DA: Robbie, great to see you out here keeping the young pups honest. You must be close to hanging up the boots, yeah? RM: Definitely for motocross at a national level, and most likely supercross too. But I’ve got my property now with a supercross tra
Dirt Action8 min read
Conquering the OUTBACK THE 2024 SUNRAYSIA SAFARI
The 2024 Sunraysia Safari rolled around again for its fifth year in Wentworth (farwest NSW). As the teams and crews set up and settled in at the start of the week, ready for the show ‘n’ shine, it was a good time for everyone to mingle, get some bant
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Wisdom of The Ages
There’s no denying the success of Jett and Hunter Lawrence. Watching them rise to the top of the motocross world is nothing short of inspiring, but if I’m completely honest, it also triggers me. Watching them rise has been a mirror of where I fell sh
Dirt Action3 min read
Crowd Antics
In 1987, the supercross world moved indoors in Australia. Well, it started in 1986, but I didn’t attend an indoor race that year. Anyway, by 1987, the sporting public was starting to hear about supercross and they were pumped about the idea of sittin
Dirt Action1 min read
Dirt Action
EDITOR Grant O’Brien DESIGNER Kate Atkinson REGULAR CONTRIBUTORS Scott Bishop, Todd Reed, Grant Reynolds, Damien Adams, Jemma Wilson, Lachlan Stanford, Joe Sheppard, Kye Anderson, John “JB” Baker, Andrew Kenny, Dean Ferris ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Mitch
Dirt Action6 min read
BETA MXERs RX 300 2T & RX 450
When we tested the 2024-model Beta RX 450, it was fresh off the production line and the first motocross model for the Italian manufacturer. That ’24 model showed huge potential with its user-friendly platform and rideability, a word Beta uses when de
Dirt Action4 min read
Jammin' With jemma
I’m going to assume that if you’re reading DIRT ACTION, you already know that riding bikes is good for the heart, mind and soul. You’re probably on board with kids riding too. But I want to take this opportunity to talk about why it’s so beneficial a
Dirt Action4 min read
Avoiding Arm Pump A Comprehensive Guide
If you’ve been riding for a while, you’ve probably experienced it — that moment when your hands seem to betray you. Your grip on the bars loosens, your fingers struggle to reach the levers and you feel like you’re just a couple of turns away from los
Dirt Action12 min read
We Are The Champions
Forty years ago in Varberg, Sweden, Australia made its debut at the Motocross of Nations. The team was led by Stephen Gall, who was joined by Trevor Williams, Vaughan Style and David Armstrong. That was 1984. Since then, we’ve had both unforgettable
Dirt Action4 min read
Ride Like a pro – Unleashing The 2025 Honda Crf250rwe
Todd Reed’s recent test of the 2025 Honda CRF250R painted a promising picture for riders familiar with Honda’s 250cc models and those new to the brand. If it’s been a while since you’ve been on a Honda 250, expect a light, nimble and playful machine.
Dirt Action3 min read
Ktm Freeride E For 2025
Adecade after launching its original Freeride E concept, KTM is reinvigorating its electric lineup with the 2025 KTM Freeride E, an offroad-focused e-mobility option that bridges advanced performance with practical usability. Showcased by enduro ride
Dirt Action2 min read
Josh Strang To Manage Beta USA East Coast Off-road Team In 2025
DA: Josh, back in America — what are you up to? JS: I got back after two weeks in Spain; we returned late Sunday night after the race. I only had Monday and Tuesday before I started getting ready for the next event. I rode my four-stroke on Tuesday t
Dirt Action8 min read
2025 Beta Rr X-pro: New Name, Better Performance, Same Endurance
Beta first launched its RR Enduro range in 2005. Since then, the company has also released a Factory edition (2011-12), which turned into the Race edition in 2013 and that we more recently have known as the RR Racing model. Beta also introduced the X
Dirt Action3 min read
We Are The Champs!
We can now officially say that Australia has the world’s best motocross riders after winning the Motocross of Nations for the first time at Matterley Basin, UK. Hunter and Jett Lawrence are undoubtedly the two best riders across motocross and supercr
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White Lightning Josh Farrell's Electric Stark Varg Build
Josh: I took the time to personalise my Stark Future Varg bike, and while I was happy with it straight out of the box, there’s nothing like truly making it your own. Especially when you’re among the first in the world to customise one to this extent.
Dirt Action3 min read
2025 Sherco 300 Se Racing The Hard Enduro Machine
Sherco’s 2025 300 SE Racing model introduces an affordable option for aspiring hard enduro riders in Australia, aimed at those who don’t need top-of-the-line racespec features but still want a capable machine for serious trails. Designed to balance p
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Get Behind The 2025 Aussie Mxon Team
After the thrilling victory at Matterley Basin, the Australian Motocross of Nations (MXoN) team is already gearing up for the 2025 event. As part of the preparations, the team is launching fundraising efforts and is calling on the motocross community
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5 Things We Love Aviator Ace 2 Helmet Range
The Aviator ACE 2’s dual-size composite carbon shell is lightweight yet highly durable, meeting ECE 2206 standards for top-notch protection. With the ASN (AIROH Sliding Net) and AEFR (Emergency Fast Release) systems, it’s designed for maximum safety,
Dirt Action2 min read
5 Things We Love Garmin Inreach Mini 2
The inReach Mini 2 ensures you’re never out of touch, even off the grid. Its two-way messaging feature allows you to exchange text messages with loved ones, share updates on social media, or communicate inReach-to-inReach in remote areas, all without
Dirt Action3 min read
Moto Manual Gear Check
The Nitro MX710 Youth Helmet is designed with young riders in mind, offering race-inspired graphics and high-level safety features at an affordable price. Built with an ECE 22.06 certified MPT shell, this helmet provides optimised protection through
Dirt Action9 min read
Next-gen Battle Ground
In 2024, the Bunbury Motorcycle Club in Western Australia hosted the Australian Junior Motocross Championships (AJMX), which attracted more than 300 riders to the loamy, sand-based circuit about two hours south of Perth. The week-long event is gruell
Dirt Action8 min read
South coast reset
Does the name Luke Styke ring a bell? Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past decade or two, you’d certainly know Luke from his glory days of motocross and enduro racing. The multi-time champ is the first Australian to win national titles
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6 Days Of Mud And Mayhem
Australia has enjoyed considerable success at the International SixDay Enduro (ISDE) over the years. In 1995, the Men’s Junior Trophy Team claimed victory in Poland, and from 2013 to 2018, the Women’s Trophy Team dominated with six consecutive wins,
Dirt Action4 min read
How Was Ya Ride, Boys?
Name: Matthew Klein. Hometown: Cootamundra DA: Tell us why you're here on the ride. Just to get away and reset. A bit of me time away from the family. DA: How's the ride been for you? Excellent. Beautiful scenery and good tracks. Looking forward to t
Dirt Action2 min read
Husqvarna Launches Pioneer Electric In 2025
Husqvarna Motorcycles has expanded its electric lineup with the new Pioneer, a versatile, street-legal bike designed for offroad adventures. Equipped with a 5.5kWh Li-ion battery, the Pioneer offers a range of up to 137km and up to three hours of run
Dirt Action3 min read
Plan For Success
In motocross, practice makes perfect — but not just any practice. If you’re just heading out to the track, riding laps and hoping that more time on the bike will make you better, you might be missing the bigger picture. While seat time is important,
Dirt Action4 min read
Final Word
My journey into motorcycling started early, and it’s one I never really left behind. My first bike was a Honda Z50 that my dad bought for my brothers and I when I was around six. Growing up in East Gippsland, Victoria, we had plenty of land to ride o
Dirt Action6 min read
Battle In The Bush
The Battle in the Bush isn’t your normal MX event. While it’s a proper race and everyone wants to do well, the overall feeling you get is that good vibes are more important than good results. It kicks off on Saturday afternoon with some fun comps and
Dirt Action6 min read
Red Devil Honda’s Best Crf450r Yet!
When we watched Hunter Lawrence race the 2025 Honda CRF450R at Unadilla in America for the first time and dominate the first moto, it was clear from his smile afterwards that he loved riding the new model. You can’t fake a response like that. Hunter
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