Power Rankings: Chad Reed Gear/Bike Combos

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Fashion week at Vurbmoto I guess. With Chad Reed getting inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame tonight, I felt it was my duty to rank his best gear/bike combos. I always felt Reed had some of the best style and matched his gear/bike perfectly. So, I decided to rank his looks. Enjoy!

Slaw’s Rankings

1: Makita Suzuki

This slapped. From the neck brace to the THOR gear to the bright yellow mixed with the red plate… PERFECTION. Should at the top of everyones list.

2: TwoTwo Honda

This could have been number 1. When Reed launched his own team, he came out with one of the best combos in history. SHIFT (RIP) gear, Skullcandy logo, Fox helmet… GIVE ME MORE!

3: Yamaha of Troy

Classic and so late ’90s early 2000s look. Maybe too much blue for some, but I thought the look was clean.

4: Monster Energy Kawasaki

Yes, I’m taking this over the TwoTwo Kawasaki look. This was clean with the red gear matching the number plate and the Monster and Kawi green. Big fan.

5: JGR Suzuki

Underrated look. Not the flashiest, but very clean.

2 Comments

Chad Reed remains my favorite AMA rider of all time. Chad Reed has stood the test of time ⌚ and continues to contribute to the dirt bike community.
The longevity of a Supercross legend:
Over his two-decade-long career, Reed became one of the sport’s most enduring and decorated athletes.
Most career starts: He holds the AMA Supercross record for most premier-class starts with 265.
Total wins: He retired in 2020 with 44 premier-class AMA Supercross wins, ranking him among the top riders of all time.
Championships: Reed secured two AMA Supercross titles (2004 and 2008) and the 2009 AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
Rivalries: He is remembered for his intense battles with competitors like Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart Jr., pushing them to the limit.
A new generation and a new role
Since his retirement, Reed has channeled his passion for the sport into mentoring his children, particularly his son Tate.
Coaching: He regularly attends races with his family, offering guidance and support to his sons as they navigate their amateur motocross careers.
ClubMX: In May 2025, the Reed family relocated to the Club-MX training facility in South Carolina, where Chad has taken on a consulting role. The move provides him with a new platform to share his expertise with up-and-coming riders.
CR22 Cup: Reed and his wife Ellie have helped support the return of junior racing in Australia by creating the CR22 Cup.
The indelible impact of TwoTwo Motorsports
In 2011, Reed took the unprecedented step of forming his own team, TwoTwo Motorsports, becoming the only rider in history to own a team and win a Supercross main event.
Pioneer of privateering: The team was a monumental effort, proving that privateers could compete with factory teams and inspiring other racers to take control of their careers.
Against the odds: Despite facing significant challenges, Reed finished second in the championship during his first year as a team owner, solidifying his reputation as an innovator and a relentless competitor.

Perry Koch says:

October 24, 2025 at 8:46 am

Chad Reed remains my favorite AMA rider of all time. Chad Reed has stood the test of time ⌚ and continues to contribute to the dirt bike community.
The longevity of a Supercross legend:
Over his two-decade-long career, Reed became one of the sport’s most enduring and decorated athletes.
Most career starts: He holds the AMA Supercross record for most premier-class starts with 265.
Total wins: He retired in 2020 with 44 premier-class AMA Supercross wins, ranking him among the top riders of all time.
Championships: Reed secured two AMA Supercross titles (2004 and 2008) and the 2009 AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
Rivalries: He is remembered for his intense battles with competitors like Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart Jr., pushing them to the limit.
A new generation and a new role
Since his retirement, Reed has channeled his passion for the sport into mentoring his children, particularly his son Tate.
Coaching: He regularly attends races with his family, offering guidance and support to his sons as they navigate their amateur motocross careers.
ClubMX: In May 2025, the Reed family relocated to the Club-MX training facility in South Carolina, where Chad has taken on a consulting role. The move provides him with a new platform to share his expertise with up-and-coming riders.
CR22 Cup: Reed and his wife Ellie have helped support the return of junior racing in Australia by creating the CR22 Cup.
The indelible impact of TwoTwo Motorsports
In 2011, Reed took the unprecedented step of forming his own team, TwoTwo Motorsports, becoming the only rider in history to own a team and win a Supercross main event.
Pioneer of privateering: The team was a monumental effort, proving that privateers could compete with factory teams and inspiring other racers to take control of their careers.
Against the odds: Despite facing significant challenges, Reed finished second in the championship during his first year as a team owner, solidifying his reputation as an innovator and a relentless competitor.