Like an old-school western standoff, a winner in the 250cc motocross class is decided when the dust settles, and one bike stands above the rest. Manufacturers keep a close eye on their competition with hands at the ready, eager to draw and pull the trigger without hesitation. Each year the competition is chock-full with a cast of unique characters—all fierce and hungry for their chance as the new leader in town. While the whistling sounds of “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” played in the background, we placed six machines head-to-head in our own small-bore standoff conducted at Cahuilla Creek MX and Glen Helen Raceway.

For the full test in Cycle News magazine, click here: https://magazine.cyclenews.com/i/1324381-cycle-news-2021-issue-01-january-5