The last quad standing also happened to be the recipient of some impressive mass centralization. Dear ATVC: I remember a few years back now all the companies were talking about “centralization of mass”. Then it sort of just disappeared. What happened? Was it just a fad? Actually, no. You’re right in that you don’t hear […] More »

Carbs have been all but replaced by fuel injection. But is there a downside? Dear ATVC: Weird question but hear me out. I have a 2023 fuel injected 500 that I know inside and out. Recently I had a chance to ride a buddy’s carbureted 2006 version of the same quad and it felt…faster! I […] More »

The same but different. Dear ATVC: I have the chance to pick up a very well maintained custom built 250R race quad. I’ve never ridden a 2-stroke but am thinking about using it for what it was built to do – race some local enduro. Coming from much bigger bore 4-strokes, how steep will the […] More »

The hard part is definitely behind you. Dear ATVC: Looking for the proper gaps to adjust the intake and exhaust valves please and thank you. After changing the carb, coil, plug, stator, voltage regulator, air filter and checked for leaks. The quad starts and runs smoothly till you give it gas, then it runs rough. […] More »

We almost have it. Dear ATVC: I picked up a children’s quad yesterday which runs but needs some work. It has a BMX seat on it and I was able to locate a VIN which is L5NATMGT47T076943. It appears to be a Tao Tao but I cannot tell what CC or model. I spoke with […] More »

There aren’t many, but they do exist. Dear ATVC: Hi all. I need a rear brake drum for this 1999 Bear Tracker 250. There doesnt appear to be any available – ZIp, Zero, Nada. Previous owner(s) were brutal to this thing. They hacked up the wiring, lost the carb and exhaust system, and when the […] More »

Affordable but always at a cost. Dear ATVC: I am having trouble finding replacement left front wheel hub studs for a TaoTao Rhino 250cc ATV. Cannot seem to reach VMC for parts replacement and need other sources. These 4 studs are full thread with torx type drive 7 with compatible flanged nuts. Your help would […] More »