MX Bikes is PiBoSo's motocross simulator, running on a scratch written physics engine with an automotive industry tyre model, chassis flex and terrain that deforms as you ride it. It arrived on Steam Early Access on October 7, 2019 and still ships with no AI opponents and no career mode, which leaves online servers and hotlapping as the whole game. Five MSM bikes and a short official track list come in the box; everything beyond that comes from the modding community.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key combinations |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Practice Track
Key resources: Setup validation, throttle control practice Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for MSM 350XF upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
MXB Club
Key resources: Consistent lap times, cornering practice Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for MSM 350XF upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Maryland
Key resources: Rut riding practice, race craft Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for MSM 350XF upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Winchester
Key resources: Layout comparison, race pace Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for MSM 250XF max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Straight Rhythm
Key resources: Jump timing, scrub and whip practice Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for MSM 250XF max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Practice Track to MXB Club)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials, since you'll need them later
- Focus on MSM 350XF once accessible
Mid Game (Maryland)
- Push MSM 350XF to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for MSM 250XF
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Winchester to Straight Rhythm)
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment: Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials: Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear: Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Maryland farming: This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early: Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Body position is the skill that separates riders here, not throttle. Weight forward on corner entry to load the front tyre, weight back on landings and acceleration, and the bike starts doing what you expect instead of tucking or looping.
- Farm Maryland during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build. Some classes farm faster in certain areas
More MX Bikes Guides
- MX Bikes MX Bikes Overview
- MX Bikes Best Builds
- MX Bikes Tier List
- MX Bikes Walkthrough
- MX Bikes Beginner's Guide
- MX Bikes Tips & Tricks
- MX Bikes Weapons Guide
- MX Bikes Combat Guide
- MX Bikes Boss Guide
- MX Bikes Maps & Locations
- MX Bikes Classes & Characters
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