Tag: Yamaha

Ask the Editors: Why Isn’t My Quad Faster?

Ask the Editors: Why Isn’t My Quad Faster?

Prepare to break the sound barrier. Dear ATVC: The top speed of my 2000 Yamaha Big Bear 400 is indicated at 30mph! Is this normal? According to our own testing, on a flat surface with a fairly light rider in the saddle, we could achieve top speeds to the tune of 42mph (this being the […] More »

By: | January 27, 2019


Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Ready for Another Decade

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Ready for Another Decade

Grants have been granted. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, the powersports leader in supporting outdoor recreation, today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) third-quarter 2018 grant recipients as it concludes the recognition of its first decade of service to the program’s mission: to assist and support outdoor enthusiasts working to protect and improve access to […] More »

By: | January 21, 2019


Video: Banshee Meets Fence

Video: Banshee Meets Fence

Sport quads are rear steering machines. What’s this mean? Simply, the quickest way to get them to rotate into a new direction is to turn the bars, dump the clutch, and give them some throttle.

By: | January 16, 2019



Build Your Own 2019 YXZ1000R on Yamaha’s Website

Build Your Own 2019 YXZ1000R on Yamaha’s Website

Because one size does not fit all. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, launched a new Build Your Own (BYO) function for the 2019 YXZ1000R and YXZ1000R Sport Shift (SS) pure-sport Side-by-Sides (SxS) on https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/pure-sport-side-by-side/byo/buildyourown/yxz1000r-ss-se/2019. Now YXZ owners and shoppers can customize and visualize their off-road dream machine online with Yamaha Genuine Parts and Accessories, including the […] More »

By: | December 26, 2018


ATV Industry Facts: Did You Know?

ATV Industry Facts: Did You Know?

These days stock 2-stroke engines are all but mythical in most industries; especially so in ours. However Yamaha can claim some pretty impressive 2-stroke statistics thanks to their Banshee performance quad.

By: | December 20, 2018


Top Three Youth ATVs for the 2018 Holiday Season

Top Three Youth ATVs for the 2018 Holiday Season

Note to Santa: Yamaha’s got the goods. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, introduced the all-new Grizzly 90 this year, adding to its line of premier starter ATVs that would make an unforgettable holiday gift for entry-level riders. The Grizzly 90 is a confidence-inspiring recreational youth ATV for riders ages 10 and up, and it joined Yamaha’s […] More »

By: | December 3, 2018



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