Tag: question

2-stroke plugs tell a story. Dear ATVC: I recently purchased an ‘05 E-ton 90 2 stroke, oil injected quad for my daughter. I noticed the oil light stays illuminated while running. The previous owner states it’s always been that way and not to worry about it. My daughter rode it for about 2 hours total, […] More »

So close but so far away. Dear ATVC: Original problem: Been sitting up for a while, says Check Engine and Hot immediately after turning the key (engine tries to but fails to turn over). Figured I might get a OBDII code reader to check the diagnostic codes. Replaced fuel injector already, probably going to replace […] More »

What is the best way to deal with this? Dear ATVC: I’m an amateur XC and MX ATV racer and I was looking for some input on quad setup for particularly muddy courses. It’s better to reduce rear tire pressure for additional traction? I’ve heard you also want to stiffen up the suspension but wouldn’t […] More »

As close as you’re going to get. Dear ATVC: Searching for my next quad and currently have a Yamaha Warrior. I want to find something not too huge and possibly with a foot shifter/clutch like my warrior. My top choices so far are the Wolverine (used 2006-2009) or Grizzly. Both of these will probably be […] More »

How important is a VIN? Dear ATVC: So I bought a 2003 Honda 400EX in really bad condition just to resell it. I fixed it up and did so and now the buyer who bought it is messaging me saying that the VIN number is wiped off. He is threatening me that he will come […] More »

The power of the sprockets. Dear ATVC: I’m an amateur racer and have been experimenting with various great ratios for the best power out of corners without revving out too early. I’ve been told to be careful to avoid overreaching in my sprocket choices. How do you do that? Overreaching in this instance refers simply […] More »

Dear ATVC: My son’s grandfather got him a Chinese RPS 2×4 Rocker ATV. The gas cap won’t unscrew for me to add gas. How do I get the gas cap off to add fuel? There’s a few reasons a gas cap can become almost impossible to remove. The most common of these is the rapid […] More »