So close but so far away. Dear ATVC: Original problem: Been sitting up for a while, says Check Engine and Hot immediately after turning the key (engine tries to but fails to turn over). Figured I might get a OBDII code reader to check the diagnostic codes. Replaced fuel injector already, probably going to replace […] More »

What is the best way to deal with this? Dear ATVC: I’m an amateur XC and MX ATV racer and I was looking for some input on quad setup for particularly muddy courses. It’s better to reduce rear tire pressure for additional traction? I’ve heard you also want to stiffen up the suspension but wouldn’t […] More »

How important is a VIN? Dear ATVC: So I bought a 2003 Honda 400EX in really bad condition just to resell it. I fixed it up and did so and now the buyer who bought it is messaging me saying that the VIN number is wiped off. He is threatening me that he will come […] More »

Fuel, spark and air. Dear ATVC: Just picked up an 82 Honda ATV 200. Won’t pull start, even with starting fluid. Will push start but wont idle. How can I get this beast to run? What can I check? Any help and direction will be appreciated. Thanks in advance. The behavior you describe can be […] More »

Dear ATVC: Just read your article about octane rating and found it very informative. I do have a question, though. Are octane ratings the same all over the world? Here in Europe, our numbers a much higher than yours. You can get 95 and even 98 octane at the pump. Do we just have higher […] More »

Grilling up a mystery. Dear ATVC: The only id I can find other than the vin # is on the front of my UTV. It is HDS? Can someone help me identify this rig? It came with a lake-house we bought & there is no paperwork for it that we can find. We’re 3rd owners […] More »

Kazuma parts are still plentiful. Dear ATVC: I just bought a 2008 Kazuma Mammoth 800 and I know nothing about this beast except that it’s going to need some work. I got it for a decent price, or at least I think I did. But to say the least, it’s going to need a lot […] More »