I took my GS 650 on a motocross track...

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  • maxduff
    • Feb 2026

    #1

    I took my GS 650 on a motocross track...

    Here in Australia, we have an amazing event called 'Dust Hustle'. The event is usually held on a flat track, but this year they somehow got permission to let us ride on a motocross track.

    To be totally honest, it was probably the best time I've ever had on a motorcycle.









  • 1978GS750E
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    #2
    That is COOL!
    Ron
    '78 GS1000E, '79 GS850G, '82 GS1100E, 2022 Triumph Tiger 660 Sport

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    • Guest

      #3
      Ok, I can honestly say I've almost seen It all. But when I do something like this comes along.
      That really is cool.

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      • BigD_83
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        #4
        That looks like a hoot! A GS has a whole lot of weight to muscle around a dirt course.
        '83 GS650G
        '83 GS550es (didn't like the colours in the 80's, but they've grown on me)

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        • maxduff

          #5
          It was surprisingly nimble! Especially with the wide bars.

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          • bonanzadave
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            #6
            Whos your photographer ? Those are some fabulous photos. Had you ever ridden a dirt bike ? Looks like you're holdin yer own !!
            82 1100 EZ (red)

            "You co-opting words of KV only thickens the scent of your BS. A thief and a putter-on of airs most foul. " JEEPRUSTY

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            • maxduff

              #7
              There were a few different photographers (Emma McFerran, Karl Neale and Joe Sheppard). I wasn't expecting many photos so I was really happy to get so many good shots!

              I grew up riding farm bikes for fun, but never really got into motocross as we couldn't afford it.

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              • dorkburger
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                #8
                Ridiculously cool!
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                • steve murdoch
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                  #9
                  to borrow a phrase....that is Badass!
                  2@ \'78 GS1000

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                  • kerrfunk
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                    #10
                    I love your outfit
                    "I have come to believe that all life is precious." -- Eastman, TWD6.4

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                    • maxduff

                      #11
                      Haha thanks! I thought it was a good time to bust out the suit and bow tie.

                      As if the whole idea of riding a 80's sport bike on a motocross track wasn't silly enough...

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                      • storm 64
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                        #12
                        CRAZY! What a NUT! I love it... Maybe we can get a picture thread going "Your GS Off Road". I, for one has taken my GS motorcycle off road. (Not on a Motocross Track) but into a farmers field, for a smoke break, or relaxing with your honey. ☺
                        My Motorcycles:
                        22 Kawasaki Z900 RS (Candy Tone Blue)
                        22 BMW K1600GT (Probably been to a town near you)
                        82 1100e Drag Bike (needs race engine)
                        81 1100e Street Bike (with race engine)
                        79 1000e (all original)
                        82 850g (all original)
                        80 KZ 650F (needs restored)

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                        • Guest

                          #13
                          Way cool, wonder if anyone has video?

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                          • kerrfunk
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                            #14
                            couple years ago.
                            "I have come to believe that all life is precious." -- Eastman, TWD6.4

                            1999 Triumph Legend 900 TT




                            https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51693054986_036c0d6951_m.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51693282393_74ae51fbf9_m.jpg https://flic.kr/p/2mKXzTx]

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                            • Guest

                              #15
                              A minute & a half below....

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