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Ask The Editors: Coil Performance When Grounded

ATV ignition coil failing when grounded

The coil isn’t a terribly complicated piece of equipment but it as important one. Dear ATVC: I have a 2003 Honda Recon 250 and am wondering why the coil stops firing when you plug ground wire to it. This is a bit of a tough question as we’re not exactly sure what situation you’re describing. […] More »

By: | February 23, 2025


Polaris Issues RZR and Ranger Recall

Polaris Product Recall: Ranger and RZR Models

Check those VINs. Polaris Recall Summary Name of Product: Model Year 2024 Ranger Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) and ProXD and Bobcat Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) Hazard: The vehicles’ passenger side seat belt anchor point can separate from the frame due to a defective weld on the bracket, posing an injury hazard to passengers from impact […] More »

By: | December 10, 2024


Polaris Recalls Sportsman and RANGER

Polaris issues fire hazard recall for Sportsman and Ranger

Check those VINs. 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 Polaris Recall Summary Name of Product: Model Year 2024 RANGER XD 1500 and Crew XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) Hazard: The winch wiring can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury to the rider or passenger. Remedy: […] More »

By: | October 8, 2024



Ask The Editors: Why Does My ATV Stall In Gear?

Arctic Cat VLX700 stalls when put into gear

Process of elimination. Dear ATVC: My 2017 Arctic Cat VLX 700 is having some weird issues. It starts and idles great – I can rev it in neutral and it works as it should. I put it in gear and it will idle but when I give throttle it stalls out. I’m stumped. Help please! […] More »

By: | August 25, 2024


Video: Trail Side Brake Check

Youtube video ATV pass on trail

Almost had him. Cut-offs on the sides of trails make for a nice opportunity to make a safe pass or, if the rider going around the outside doesn’t commit, a nice brake check. It was the latter for these guys and fortunately, an opportunity for a laugh.

By: | June 13, 2024


Ask the Editors: Kawasaki Mojave Compression Questions

Kawasaki Mojave 250 engine compression stats

How much compression should the 250 single be rocking? Dear ATVC: I have some questions about the 1992 Kawasaki 250 Mojave quad top end compression – What should the compression be normally? What should the compression PSI be without factoring in the compression release? Is there anyway to temporarily bypass the compression release to check […] More »

By: | May 5, 2024


Segway Powersports to Show Super Villain at CES

Segway Super Villain on Display at 2024 CES

The showstopper is heading to Vegas for CES 2024 next week. We’d be lying if we said Segway Powersports doesn’t have the industry talking with their forthcoming ultra-high performance Super Villain SxS. Segway Powersports was already in the spotlight at the EICMA show in Milan, Italy late 2023, captivating audiences with its groundbreaking introduction of […] More »

By: | January 1, 2024



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