The 84 250R in its prime. Dear ATVC: This is my first post here and am pretty desperate and hoping ANYBODY could help me out. I bought a 1984 Honda ATC 250R (disassembled) and decided to restore it. When trying to install the swing arm, I realized the pivot side bearings were completely shot and […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | August 12, 2019
Polaris Celebrates 65th Anniversary with Industry-Leading 2020 Off-Road Lineup. Polaris Off Road, the world leader in powersports and off-road innovation, has introduced its 2020 model year lineup, highlighted by the next generation of the all-time best-selling RANGER with the new RANGER 1000 and RANGER CREW 1000; an all-new class of extreme performance side-by-sides with the […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | July 29, 2019
Twinsies. Dear ATVC: I have a 2007 Honda 400EX around my house. I ride 3rd gear in tight parts and top out 4th and occasionally hit 5th in fast parts. I’m basically always topping it out and wanting more speed and power. My 400ex has worked well at home with my small jumps and I […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | July 8, 2019
Is there a midsize ATV with the IRS treatment? Dear ATVC: Let’s talk youth ATVs (12 and up). Are there any manufacturers that make an IRS machine for trail riding or light to moderate rut type trails and/or mud and water? Single rear axles lack the ground clearance. Was thinking in the 200 to 250cc […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | July 1, 2019
Here comes the 2020s! Honda unveiled its 2020 ATV lineup, which includes important updates to the FourTrax Foreman, Foreman Rubicon and Rancher multipurpose models. Additional multipurpose models making a return are the Recon and Rincon, while the TRX250X and TRX90X sport models also return for 2020. Made in Timmonsville, South Carolina, Honda’s ATV lineup is […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | June 11, 2019
Yamaha goes big for 2020. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announces its Proven Off-Road recreational, utility, and sport ATVs for model year 2020. All delivering Yamaha’s class-leading capability, comfort, and confidence, allowing off-road enthusiasts to REALize their Adventure. Full-size 2020 Grizzly ATVs are now pre-wired for the Yamaha Adventure Pro GPS tablet, powered by Magellan, to […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | June 5, 2019
The 2020s Cometh. BRP (TSX: DOO, NASDAQ: DOOO) announced its most advanced Can-Am Off-Road vehicle lineup ever, including ride-enhancing changes across its Defender and Maverick lineups. The workhorse Defender lineup now includes more horsepower, industry-leading torque, and an entirely new 6×6 model, while the performance-centric Maverick lineup features enhanced performance and improved accessibility. The entire […] More »
By: Jason Giacchino | June 5, 2019
