He's back... defending champion Jett Lawrence silenced the skeptics at the Hangtown Motocross Classic by racing his Team Honda HRC Progressive CRF450R Works Edition to a dominant 1-1 moto sweep. The Australian champ captured the premier-class qualifying pole and led nearly every lap on the demanding Sacramento dirt to secure his first overall victory of the outdoor season.
“I worked on my starts a lot this week, but didn’t ride as much, to try and save my ankle," Lawrence said. "I honestly think this track looked after my ankle a lot more than Pala; I had a lot of moments where I could rest my foot, and my ankle is definitely not as sore as last week. Obviously, Hunter’s my brother, so I know him very well—he’s always right there for the whole race. I spent the first 15 minutes getting a flow, using the least amount of energy, and then halfway through did one really fast lap to get a gap where I could pull away. It was a good day, and I’m happy I was able to go 1-1, like I used to; it gives me some confidence going into the rest of the season.”
Despite a fierce challenge from his brother and current points leader, Hunter Lawrence, Jett’s late-moto sprints delivered a Honda 1-2 finish, clawing him back to within six points of the championship lead.
In a thrilling, white-knuckle finish at the inaugural Watkins Glen International GNCC, Rocky Mountain Red Bear Kawasaki’s Grant Baylor captured a monumental pro bike overall victory on his RS-12-powered KX450X. After entering the 2026 season without a ride and battling start-line struggles all year, Baylor put on a masterclass in determination, carving through the technical New York terrain to ignite a fierce three-way battle to the checkered flag. Refusing to give an inch, Grant, AmPro Yamaha's Liam Draper, and brother Steward Baylor Jr. crossed the finish line less than a single second apart. The sweet piece of validation proved Grant "still has it" and cemented a historic win at the Grand National Cross Country's newest Empire State venue.
Fresh from the dyno and ready to rip, Suzuki’s highly anticipated DR-Z4SM is officially setting the pavement on fire!
We got our hands on this sleek, updated supermoto machine and took it out on the winding asphalt to stretch its legs. This teaser video captures the raw, crisp tone and dynamic performance of the DR-Z4SM out in the wild. You also get an exclusive, close-up look at our precision-engineered Yoshimura RS-12 exhaust system and custom heat shielding tailored specifically to unlock the full potential of this lightweight street carver.
Whether you're backing it into corners or just commuting with a massive grin under your helmet, Yoshimura R&D of America is proud to bring our championship-winning heritage straight to your Suzuki DR-Z4SM. Watch the video, hear that exhaust note roar, and get ready to elevate your ride.
Say hello to our new RS-12 Stainless/Titanium Hybrid Full Exhaust for the 2026 Yamaha YZ450F. No, it won't allow you to plug your dirt bike into an EV charging station, but this "hybrid" setup beautifully bridges the gap between rugged durability and lightweight speed by pairing a tough-as-nails stainless steel header with a featherweight titanium and aluminum muffler. Yielding an impressive 9.3% horsepower boost at 6,200 RPM, it delivers massive power across the entire spectrum, meaning you can clear jumps right out of corners with significantly less clutch work. Best of all, Yoshimura redesigned the header joints to ensure that installing this gorgeous piece of performance art is reportedly a whole lot easier than wrestling the stubborn stock exhaust off your bike—giving you less garage drama and more track time.
We're about to unleash our inner mad scientist with the impending September release of the RS-12 Titanium Full Exhaust giving the '27 Honda CRF450R and RX an big upgrade. Engineered in collaboration with Team Honda HRC, this isn't just an exhaust system; it’s an absolute work of titanium art designed to maximize flow, shave off weight, and make your CRF sound like a beautifully symphonic, fire-breathing works racebike. If you have a pressing need to leave your riding buddies eating a healthy diet of your roost while looking incredibly factory-spec, this premium system is officially ready to make your wallet a little lighter and your lap times a whole lot faster. Pre-order it now.