Why is there gas going into my pipe? Dear ATVC: After just rebuilding the top end of my 87 Suzuki LT250R, I put it all back together and now when I kick it a few times the exhaust fills up with fuel. I’ve checked over the whole carb and it’s working fine. I’m unsure of […] More »

Not a fungi to be with. While most ATV owners understand that over time, storing fuel can degenerate and lead to decreased octane and even evaporation deposits that can clog carburetor jets but did you know that there are certain types of anaerobic bacteria and even fungi that can grow and flourish in an ATV’s […] More »

As a human, being called a gas bag is hardly a compliment but as a unique off-road accessory that can save you in a pinch, well that’s a totally different story. Adventure proof packing systems and gear company Giant Loop’s new Gas Bag Fuel Safe Bladder conveniently transports 2 gallons (7.6 liters) of hydrocarbon fuel […] More »

Dear ATVC: I have a 250cc Tao Tao and on the last ride my friend came back with it pouring fuel out of a hole in the carb- see hole above the gold screw? Anyone know if a screw dropped out and should be in this hole or is it something else? Alanrenouf Thanks and […] More »

Dear ATVC: I’m looking for help choosing a used SxS with 4×4 grip and the torque to climb steep hills with a load of grapes and brake with all four wheels (btw, does any machine give 4 wheel parking brakes for steep hills?) Reliability is a huge concern. Speed is not. Dump bed would be […] More »

Sharing this video is a Catch-22- on the one hand it’s pretty impressive to witness the laws of physics work so harmoniously to achieve an end result.. Especially when said end result can be frustratingly difficult. On the other hand, playing with flammable liquids, open flames (in the case a cannon fuse) can lead to […] More »

Almost like something out of a Discovery Channel documentary, ATV enthusiasts exhibit a strange but unmistakable ancient partnership ritual each year in the spring. It usually begins with a tax return, continues with searches on Criagslist and ultimately ends in the acquisition of a new (to them) machine. This is fine and well, not to […] More »