February 25th, 2013 by Jason Giacchino
Racing enthusiasts now can keep up to date on all their favorite Polaris Factory Racers and racing news on the new Polaris Off-Road Racing Web Site.
This new site includes includes information on upcoming races, racer bios, news, contingency information and videos.
February 14th, 2013 by Jason Giacchino
Polaris today introduced a new limited-edition RZR S 800 EPS Sunset Red available in the following states: AL, AR, FL, GA, MS, SC, TN, LA, NC, OK and TX. The unit includes the following features and is available for $15,999.
Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Maxxis Bighorn tires on 12″ black Crusher aluminum rims
Premium Fox Podium X shocks
Rear Cab Frame Extension
Sunset Red painted dash, rear panels, and hood
Color matched front and rear suspension springs
Custom graphics package
Under Hood Dry Storage
Low Profile Bumper and Doors
Custom cut & sew black, Sunset Red, and white seats with RZR emblem
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime here.
February 12th, 2013 by Jason Giacchino
Dear ATVC:
I’m having a hard time dialing in the suspension on my Polaris Outlaw MXR and wonder if you could help. You guys have said that harsh feeling suspension can mean I’m running my settings too soft. I can’t really wrap my head around this concept. Please explain.
Sure- the reason for this seemingly opposite effect of what logic suggests is actually quite simple: modern suspension is progressive by nature meaning the further you travel down the stroke, the stiffer it gets. Why does it do this? Because from an engineering perspective, by the time you’re down to that final inch or two, odds are pretty good you don’t want to continue blowing through your travel until bottoming out the shock.
What actually happens is that suspension is designed to “ramp up” as it compresses- It starts off soft initially to absorb small trail clatter and terrain imperfections but becomes increasingly resistant as you move through the stroke to avoid metal on metal contact of a full bottom-out from a big hit (think landing from a jump) or a high-speed impact.
When your suspension is set up too soft for your body weight & riding style, you are literally bypassing that initial plushness and operating directly in the range where it ramps up; explaining why going soft can feel too stiff.
Correct these issues by properly setting up your sag (preload) and then fine-tune your feel using the shocks’ compression clickers.
January 30th, 2013 by Jason Giacchino
If forced to identify one good thing about the riding season coming to an end, we would have to say that that’s when the good deals start surfacing on new & used ATVs.
Each week we rummage around Sprocketlist in the hopes of finding some good deal on a pre-owned machine and this week’s entry takes us to a place called Jefferson City, MO.
According to the listing, this is a 2011 Polaris Sportsman 400 HO in perfect condition. Garaged all its life. Showing 45.4 hours (only 197 miles), the machine boasts an automatic transmission, push-button all-wheel-drive and front and rear cargo racks.
He’s looking for $4900 and is not currently considering trades.
January 16th, 2013 by Jason Giacchino
If forced to identify one good thing about the riding season coming to an end, we would have to say that that’s when the good deals start surfacing on new & used ATVs.
Each week we rummage around SprocketList in the hopes of finding some good deal on a pre-owned machine and this week’s entry takes us to a place called Lawrenceburg, TN.
According to the listing, this is a 2001 Polaris Scrambler 400 2×4 (2-stroke) with an automatic transmission and factory rear rack.
Additional perks include a freshly installed battery and an extra set of wheels and tires. The ATV is said to “run great”; and the seller is looking for an unbeatable $900.
He is also considering trades for a small scooter or golf cart.
