Garage Build
2008 HONDA CRF450R
Honda of Troy Tribute Bike
BIKE Build by Michael Rigdon
WORDS: Michael Rigdon
PHOTOS: Align Media

I am honoring the memory of my friend, Phil Alderton, and his Honda of Troy race team with this tribute Garage Build running 1995 Washougal winner Mike Brown’s number 26. It was Mike’s and the team’s first national win, defeating Steve Lamson and factory Honda. The blue livery is a throwback to the look of the HoT bikes at Kenworthy’s in Troy, Ohio, in the 90s. It was the dealership’s home race, and Phil wanted to do something special.
Marshall’s Racing
Engine Rebuild, Vapor Blasted Engine Cases
marshallsracing.com
Jay Clark Enterprises
Technical Support and
Primary Sponsor
jayclarkent.com
Wiseco
Clutch Cover, Garage
Buddy Engine Kit
wiseco.com
Pro-X
Clutch Cable, Throttle
Cable, Chassis and Steering Head Bearings
pro-x.com
GBrakes
Oversize Front Rotor, Rear Rotor, Brake Cables, Pads
gbrakesusa.com
Dunlop
Geomax MX34F Front, Geomax MX34 Rear
dunlopmotorcycletires.com
Pro Circuit
Complete Suspension Rebuild
procircuit.com
MX Plastics
Polisport Plastics
mxplastics.com
Fasstco
Flexx Handlebars
fasstco.com
FMF
Q4 Muffler
fmfracing.com
Bristol Core
Muffler Packing
bciracetex.com
Works Connection
Radiator and Water Pump Guards, Throttle Assembly, Fuel Cap Vent, Axle Blocks, Hour Meter
worksconnection.com
Renthal
Chain, Sprockets
renthal.com
TM DESIGNWORKS
Chain Guide, Slide and
Rollers, Rear Rotor Guard
tmdesignworks.com
Twin Air
Air Filter and Wash Cover
twinairusa.com
Lightspeed
Carbon Fiber Frame Guards, Countershaft Sprocket Cover, Front Disc Cover, Glide Plate, Engine Guard
lightspeedperf.com
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