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Kauritmoto Tire Mounting Tool - TMT4

What is tire mounting? Tire mounting is simply the process of fitting a tire onto a rim. Tire mounting can be a relatively quick and easy activity, or a long painful experience. The difference is made by having the correct tire mounting equipment. If you change tires often, a proper tire mounting tool is a must have. In this article we are focusing on motocross tire changing tools. We will explain the TMT4 and TMT4 Lite tire mounting tools. We will also compare it to the world renowned Rabaconda tool. Each tire changing tool has its own advantages, however, all three preform their jobs...

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Rabaconda Rider Daniel Sanders [Q&A]

How did you get started in dirt bike riding?My father used to race dirt bikes in the 1980’s and I’ve alwayS just wanted to ride and race like him since a young age. What has been your best moment as a pro rider?Winning the Australian championship this year (2016) and last years ISDE winning juniors, E3 class and 4th overall. How was your season in Australia? Did you race in other countries as well?My season in Australia was really good. I won almost every race except 2 where I injured my ankle and had to ride with one foot almost,...

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Rabaconda Rider Taylor Robert [Q&A]

Taylor Robert has been riding dirt bikes since he was 3 years old. Until 2016 he competed in different motosport disciplines in the United States, but this season made a debut in the Enduro World Championship with KTM Enduro Factory Racing Team. How did you get started in dirt bike riding? My Father bought me a bike when I was 3 years old and I started riding it with training wheels before I could even ride a bicycle without training wheels. What has been your best moment as a pro rider? Winning an X Games gold medal in 2013 was...

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Rabaconda Rider Nathan Watson [Q&A]

Nathan Watson has been riding since he was 3 years old. He grew up racing motocross and in 2015, had a season in MXGP for Factory Husqvarna IceOne Racing team. In 2016 he made the transition to Enduro with KTM Enduro Factory Racing. When did you first start riding dirt bikes? My dad raced bikes all his life so I was on a bike as soon as it was possible! It all started from there… I think I was around 3 years old when I got my first bike. What has been your best moment as a pro rider? Enduro...

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You Are What You Eat - Performance Nutrition for Riders

As a rider, you’ll know that balancing your body weight and strength is key to optimising your performance. You need to maximise functional strength without carrying unnecessary weight – but getting your nutrition right pays off beyond this, too. Get your diet right, and hit the jackpot with better energy and stamina, enhanced mental clarity and an improved immune system – making it easier for you to train harder and longer, and handle whatever your ride throws at you. You’ve invested a lot of time in fine tuning your bike – now is the time to make sure your own...