Tag: fuel

Ask the Editors: The Physics of Our Gas Tanks

Ask the Editors:  The Physics of Our Gas Tanks

Proven with time. Dear ATVC: As much as I’ve searched, I can’t seem to find opinions or discussions about pros and cons of gas tank location on an ATV. Yes I understand the lower center of gravity makes an ATV more stable on off-cambers but I’m really curious about hill climbs and if the fuel […] More »

By: | November 1, 2020


Ask The Editors: Would There Have Been EFI 2-Strokes?

Ask The Editors: Would There Have Been EFI 2-Strokes?

It has been and is being done. Dear ATVC: If development of 2-stroke race quads didn’t end years ago, would have we gotten fuel injected models? Is it possible to fuel inject a reed valve engine? The answer is a resounding yes to both questions. How can we be so sure? Many industries never stopped […] More »

By: | October 12, 2020


Ask the Editors: Fuel Programmer Decisions

Ask the Editors: Fuel Programmer Decisions

You are in luck. Dear ATVC: I have a 2016 Can-Am 650 Outlander XMR. I just bought a Yoshimura exhaust and am wondering what fuel programmer would be best for it. Sorry in advance if these questions sound stupid but I’m new to fuel injection. Does the programmer have a tune already on it or […] More »

By: | February 9, 2020



Ask the Editors: Float Height Flowing

Ask the Editors: Float Height Flowing

Height is critical. Dear ATVC: Just looking to see if anyone know what the float height should be on a 2006 Yamaha Wolverine 450 carb. In stock form the the float height = 12-14mm (0.47-0.55inches) though when it comes to a carburetor’s float (or fuel) height, there really isn’t a number setting system that you […] More »

By: | December 9, 2019


Ask the Editors: Fuel Line Repair Strategies

Ask the Editors: Fuel Line Repair Strategies

Be not afraid, rough one. Dear ATVC: Hi guys, I’ve gone and snapped off the hose connection from my fuel petcock, anyone know of an adhesive that’s petrol resistant and will glue plastic back together, also needs to be very solid!! Thanks The last thing you are going to want to do is glue this […] More »

By: | May 19, 2019


Evolution Powersports Says Why Settle on a Single Fuel Map?

Evolution Powersports Says Why Settle on a Single Fuel Map?

213HP with the flip of a switch. The leader in the powersports industry for tuning, exhausts, intakes and turbo upgrades is proud to introduce an industry first V-MAP multi-map tuning for the Can-Am Maverick X3. V-MAP technology allows customers to switch between pump gas and race gas tunes using the OEM Eco Mode and Sport […] More »

By: | August 13, 2018


BRP Recalls 13,300 ATVs

BRP Recalls 13,300 ATVs

Recall announced. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that BRP is recalling about 13,300 2018 Can-Am Outlander and Renegade ATVs. Fuel can spray from the fuel tank when opening the gas cap, posing a fuel leak and fire hazard. This recall involves model year 2018 Can-Am Outlander and Renegade ATVs sold in a variety […] More »

By: | July 10, 2018



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