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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