They call this pipe Aluminum Series – but it’s made of stainless. Dear ATVC: I am getting back into the sport after racing a 2-stroke back in the 90s. I notice all performance exhaust systems today are steel but I know I remember full aluminum systems back in the day. Did I make this up? […] More »

Raindrops keep falling in my tank. Dear ATVC: I was filling my tank on a rainy afternoon and of course, some rain drops got into the fuel while I was doing so. This got me wondering if that’s enough water to cause issues? If not, how much water becomes a concern? This is a great […] 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 »

We call this a pipe and it definitely makes music. Dear ATVC: Let me start by saying I am not a mechanic. But I do hang out with some guys who like to tinker. They were telling me that the sound waves in an ATV’s exhaust pipe affect the delivery of power. This doesn’t seem […] 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 »

Clutch clunk normal? Dear ATVC: I have a 2016 Polaris Sportsman 570 and have been experiencing a clutch clunking sound when accelerating and slowing down. Is this normal? The ATV only has 700 miles on it. Thank You for your help. Without hearing the actual sound, it’s tough to say whether or not it’s normal […] More »