I wish it was a little bit taller. Dear ATVC: I’m trying to find a lift kit for my 2001 Bombardier Traxter 500XT. Any suggestions? While the Traxter is a largely obscure unit in Can-Am’s hierarchy of off-road vehicles today, the aftermarket has definitely been kind to it throughout the years. Lift specialists High Lifter […] More »

When you’re sure your ATV is trying to tell you something. Dear ATVC: I just picked up a 2003 Prairie 650 from my stepdad. It has not been used very much, but has been sitting in the garage for about 20 years. My stepdad purchased a new battery for it the other day and accidentally […] More »

Ours is an industry not afraid to step up for those in need. onX Offroad GPS, the leading navigation app for off-road enthusiasts, is partnering with Venture Unknown, a southeastern nonprofit, to bring aid and support to affected communities in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. Venture Unknown has established donation dropoff locations throughout the southeast, […] More »

New meats needed. Dear ATVC: Hey everyone – I have a 2002 Yamaha Blaster 200cc and I’m thinking about upgrading the stock rear tires to Kenda Bearclaw tires. The stock rear tire size is 21 x 10-8 and I’m looking at the 22 x 12-8 size. I’m wondering if this change in size could potentially […] More »

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 »

The mini Kawie and its CDI wiring colors. Dear ATVC: I have a 2007 KFX 50 – does anyone know or have the color coded wire diagram for the CDI? It is a 6 pin/ 4 wire unit. We sure do – the pin out on the KFX 50 CDI looks like this: And the […] More »

The Yamaha Timberwolf 250. Dear ATVC: I have a Yamaha Timberwolf 250 and am wondering if anyone could tell me the proper timing & valve lash spec? From the service manual for the Timberwolf 250: Intake: 0.05mm~0.09mm (0.002″~0.004″) Exhaust: 0.11mm~0.15mm (0.004″~0.006″) These specifications apply to top dead center on the compression stroke. Be sure to […] More »