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Cycle News 2019 Issue 42 October 22

Cycle News is a weekly magazine that covers all aspects of motorcycling including Supercross, Motocross and MotoGP as well as new motorcycles

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P116 2020 450 MOTOCROSS SHOOTOUT SHOOTOUT Since the advent of fuel injection, the possibili- ties for engine management are seemingly endless, from custom- izing torque curves to holeshot as- sist and multiple levels of traction control. Each manufacturer seems to have their own distinct features, from their preset functions to their choose- your-own-adventure tools, while some (KTM/Husky) even offer analog solutions to altering the power characteristic of your bike. Here's a look at what each manufacturer has to offer. ENGINE MAP TRACTION CONTROL LAUNCH CONTROL ADDITIONAL POWER TUNING TOOLS HONDA HANDLEBAR BUTTON (3 MAPS) 4 SETTINGS (1, 2, 3, OFF) HANDLEBAR BUTTON VIA HANDLEBAR BUTTON HUSQVARNA HANDLEBAR SWITCH (2 MAPS) 3 SETTINGS (1, 2, OFF) HANDLEBAR BUTTON THROTTLE CAMS (2) AND AIRBOX COVERS (2) VIA HANDLEBAR SWITCH KAWASAKI DFI COUPLERS (3) N/A HANDLEBAR BUTTON KX FI CALIBRATION KIT ($699 FROM KAWASAKI GENUINE ACCESSORIES) KTM HANDLEBAR SWITCH (2 MAPS) 3 SETTINGS (1, 2, OFF) HANDLEBAR BUTTON THROTTLE CAMS (2) AND AIRBOX COVERS (2) VIA HANDLEBAR SWITCH SUZUKI DFI COUPLERS (3) BUILT-IN "TRACTION HANDLEBAR BUTTON MANAGEMENT SYSTEM" (NOT SWITCHABLE) YAMAHA HANDLEBAR SWITCH (2 MAPS) N/A HANDLEBAR BUTTON SMARTPHONE APP (FREE) CONNNECTS VIA BUILT-IN WIFI. FI AND IGNITION MAP CUSTOMIZATION VIA 16-POINT GRID. SUGGESTED MAPS, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE, HOUR METER, ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS, ETC. EYE ON CONTINGENCY Imagine how great it would be if your hobby (addiction) could pay for itself. Contingency is a wonderful thing that can help pay for tires, oils, parts and new gear, and not just for aspiring amateur motocrossers. We're talking to you, 40+ B off-roader guy. Did you know several manufacturers will gladly throw you a few hundred bucks for your podium finishes? And maybe even another $50 for your Junior Novice kid? Check these links to see what's up for grabs at motocross and off-road races near you. When it comes to choosing between brands, contingency is something to consider, even for the casual racer! Husqvarna: https://www.racehusky. com/2019events/ KTM: https://www.ktmcash. com/2019events/ Kawasaki: https://www.kawasaki. com/racing/team-green/ racer-rewards Honda: https://powersports.honda. com/racing/contingency- plan Yamaha: https://www.yamahamo- torsports.com/motocross/ pages/yamaha-off-road- contingency-program Suzuki: http://www.suzukicycles. com/Racing/Off%20Road/ Rules.aspx

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