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
