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 »

Home repair can be tricky. Dear ATVC: My Honda has a crack in the rear fender that I was able to fix using a fiberglass repair kit. What I did was repaired the underside with the kit then put a bit of epoxy on the top where everyone sees to keep things tidy. The thing […] More »

What to feed the legendary smoker. Dear ATVC: My buddy died and I bought his 1992 Quadracer 250 and was wondering what is the best fuel ratio to use? I’ve seen 20:1 and another guy said 50:1. My buddy did modify it by jetting it and an aftermarket pipe.. What do you guys recommend for […] More »

A good smoker candidate. Dear ATVC: I’ve been kicking around the idea of doing up a custom build for racing and hill climbing but decided that a modern 2-strorke is probably the way to go because of weight savings and simplicity to rebuild compared to a 4-stroke. Do you have any suggestions on which would […] More »

Think of it like chocolate mousse but for your tires. Dear ATVC: I carry some supplies out on long trail rides like Slime in case of a flat. This got me wondering why we don’t just have some sort of foam by now that can stay in our tires at all times to protect against […] 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 »

Duc and desmo go hand in hand. Dear ATVC: I only recently learned about Ducati getting into motocross thanks to a letter here in Ask The Editors and began to dig around for more information. The 450cc engine they developed apparently uses Ducat’s desmo valve. Can you explain in plain English exactly what this means? […] More »