509 Helmet Recall Summary Name of Product: 509 helmets and 509 for Polaris helmets Hazard: The recalled helmets fail to provide sufficient protection in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. Remedy: Refund Replace Repair Recall Date: July 03, 2025 Units: About 201,200 (In addition, about 26,800 in Canada) Consumer Contact: […] More »

What it looked like before becoming a sub. Dear ATVC: Just got a forgotten ride that my grandson made a submarine out of. It’s a 2010 so it is older. My son said they drained water and checked everything, before he lost interest. Son said it started and ran for a minute and died several […] More »

Team to pursue seventh title at international competition. In dominating fashion, the AMA U.S. ATV Motocross Team has collected six Quadcross of Nations titles since 2017, missing out only in 2020 and 2021 when the team did not compete. The team of three riders, yet to be chosen, will attempt to defend the title September […] More »

Yamaha continues doing right by the industry. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, awarded more than $387,000 in grants through its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) in the first quarter of 2025, supporting efforts to protect and improve off-highway vehicle (OHV) opportunities across the country, with a particular focus on large-scale projects in Oregon and Georgia. “Yamaha […] More »

The Can-Am DS450 – gone but not forgotten. Dear ATVC: Hello, I am looking for a Crankshaft and right-side engine case (magneto side) for 2008 Can-Am DS 450. I believe any year should work. They made them till 2013. Your best bet on this one since OEM parts support has been discontinued is to head […] More »

A common problem with the Traxter. Dear ATVC: I have a Bombardiar 500 Traxter that is having issues. I was driving it when it randomly died. Once in awhile it will start but mostly won’t. There’s fuel going to the carb but no fuel at the plugs after trying to flood it. Is this a […] More »

The code has the problem narrowed down to a specific area. Dear ATVC: I have a Polaris Sportsman ETX that goes into limp mode only while in gear (otherwise runs good). It’s showing engine code 520 194-2. This actually makes sense as 520 194-2 is usually related to steering/ throttle positioning error. The most common […] More »