Tag: Motor

bLU cRU is looking for black and white checkers! Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, supported ATV and Side-by-Side (SxS) racers are taking an early lead in 2019, kicking off a number of series with notable bLU cRU wins already this year. “There’s no secret to success other than the power, performance, and durability Yamaha provides, combined […] More »

How about a rechargeable ATV you never have to recharge. Dear ATVC: I am seriously considering getting an electric UTV and was wondering why solar panels aren’t integrated to recovery some battery charge or increase range. This is one of those things that is theoretically possible but not practical in the real world. Why? Because […] More »

Your motor should be like baby bear’s porridge. Dear ATVC: It’s often said heat is the enemy of engines but my buddy was yelling at me for ripping around before my quad could hit operating temperature. Wouldn’t riding it when it was cooler be beneficial? It is true that excessive heat can be very damaging […] More »

Does this have a Japanese cousin? Dear ATVC: What Japan-made brand of UTV is the closest to the Chinese-made Kazuma for parts and accessories? The answer to this question depends heavily upon the model in question. While it is true most Chinese-made ATVs are based upon expired patents of Japanese deign, this is especially true […] More »

Six of one, half-dozen of another. Dear ATVC: I recently blew the engine on my Suzuki LTZ-400. I brought a DRZ-400 engine after being told it would fit into my quad. (The seller won’t return my calls). 1) Does the DR-Z engine fit directly into the quad? 2) Does the LT-Z 400 carb mate directly […] More »

Challenger challenge. Dear ATVC: Regarding the Cub Cadet Challenger; is the wiper a hand operated one or battery and where did you get it? Thanks! There may be manual operated aftermarket wipers available but Cub Cadet offers a battery-operated OEM motor-driven wiper. On the following schematic, the wiper arm is # 29 (YS-9PWA14/16), the wiper […] More »

Some assembly required. Dear ATVC: I recently obtained a 1985 Honda 350x with a bore kit already in the motor. The motor, however, is completely apart in a box with all the parts. Does anyone know of a FREE diagram or a “step by step” manual on putting this motor together? Thanks. Bryonna94 Congrats on […] More »