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RidersWest Insider Cole Thompson concludes the western swing with a perfect weekend

On June 25, 2017, on a track that probably looked the best it ever did, the KTM Thor Racing Team dominated the MX2 class.

Motorcycle Zone, One Broken Biker: A symbol of triumph over tragedy

Glenn Lyth, a motorcyclist from Calgary, Alberta, was the inspiration behind One Broken Biker, a charitable organization that helps riders like him triumph over tragedy.

by Kirsten Armleder

RidersWest Insider Vintage Motorcycle Canyon Run

The third annual Vintage Motorcycle Canyon Run from Chilliwack to Lillooet and back is set to take place July 1 & 2, 2017

RidersWest Insider Al McBeth sets new world record for longest UTV sand jump

The 2017 UTV Takeover in Coos Bay, Oregon, went down in a big way—with Al McBeth of Abbotsford, B.C., (unofficially) breaking another world record.

by Kirsten Armleder

RidersWest Insider Cole Thompson extends his MX2 championship point lead

After some solid racing performance from Cole Thompson, the KTM Thor Racing Team will leave the third round of the CMRC Series with a 19-point lead in the MX2 class. The numerous fans that were present at the Wildrose MX Park got to witness some pretty exciting action in the 250 class.

RidersWest Insider Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Christophe Pourcel finishes 5th in Calgary

Christophe Pourcel had plans to continue his winning streak from the past two rounds where he finished 1 st overall, but this would not be the case in Calgary.

Motorcycle Zone, The two-wheeled side of radio personality Roger Rhodes

Even if we love our work, the demands of everyday life can get a person feeling much like a corralled horse. When this happens to Roger Rhodes, the solution is simple: get on his motorcycle and ride.

by Kirsten Armleder

RidersWest Insider Alfredo Gomez wins Red Bull Hare Scramble in Austrian open-pit mine

Alfredo Gomez came out on top, racing in a record time of just two hours and 17 seconds.

Riders Choice 2017 ATV Rider’s Choice Awards

Here are some great suggestions on exceptional riding areas in Western Canada . . . and even ideas on campgrounds, hotels and restaurants.

RidersWest Insider Cole Thompson climbs on top of the podim and grabs the red plate back

The team is now traveling to Calgary for the 3rd round of the CMRC Canadian National Motocross Series.

ATV Zone, British Columbia Hellenbach Racing—from a dream to the desert

Hellenbach Racing was founded in 2014 by two friends with a dream and a homemade UTV. Now they race two custom cars and finish in the top five at major desert races.

by Jillian Clark

RidersWest Insider Husqvarna Motorcycles introduces new FS 450 Supermoto

Husqvarna Motorcycles is proud to unveil the new 2018 Husqvarna FS 450—an updated supermoto machine that successfully carries Husqvarna’s World Championship winning pedigree into a new era.

ATV Zone Follow us on Instagram

Are you on Instagram? So are we! You'll find us by the handle @riderswest.magazine.

by Kirsten Armleder

Motorcycle Zone, Manitoba Kickstanding the test of time

The Manitoba Motorcycle Club remains Canada's oldest motorcycle club and the fourth oldest club in the world.

by Jeff Johnson

RidersWest Insider Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Christophe Pourcel does it again

Christophe Pourcel gave Canadian MX fans an emotionally charged show this past weekend in Prince George, British Columbia.

RidersWest Insider Kaven Benoit to sit out from the CMRC Canadian Motocross National until further notice

Following the first round of the Canadian Motocross Series, KTM Thor Racing Team’s MX1 rider Kaven Benoit made the decision to sit out the next couple rounds.