Tag: Shocks

Lots of brands about to merge. Our ATVs are about to come with a few less names stamped on individual components thanks to a move by Honda. The Japanese juggernaut recently purchased up remaining stock of Keihin (carburetors), Nissin (brakes) and Showa (suspension). The new single entity will be known only as Hitachi Automotive Systems. […] More »

Dear ATVC: While I was at the dunes I rode a friend’s Kawasaki KFX450R and an other friend’s Banshee. The Banshee’s suspension (which is stock) was way smoother than the KFX. I was thinking of getting a Banshee but I really want a four stroke. So my question is what are some 4 stroke quads […] More »

We’re always pretty excited about Fox ATV shocks. Why? Well for starters they are one of few aftermarket brands out there pushing for new technology to gain acceptance in the form of an air spring; essentially a chamber of compressed air that does the job of the heavier (and less tunable) coil-over spring. Additionally these […] More »

Dear ATVC: Thinking of getting a 2007 Yamaha Raptor 700. Just curious of opinions compared to other race quads. I’m 115 pounds and know the quad’s got power. I was told there were issues with the front end lifting when going too fast. Eastcoastgal94 The Yamaha Raptor 700R is a very versatile sport machine with […] More »

Elka Suspension is currently running a giveaway on their website to win a free pair of front Elka Stage 5 ATV shocks. The Elka Suspension Stage 5 ATV shocks are the latest evolution of their high-performance racing platform. It is designed around 3 key performance factors: high hydraulic flow, lightweight components and low-friction internal and […] More »

Dear ATVC: When I sit on my friend’s Raptor, it feels like the rear shock sinks into half its travel. he says that it’s because he has the sag set to his weight (which is admittedly 85-pounds less than mine). Still, it seems to me like running sag gives up a lot of your suspension’s […] More »

Dear ATVC: I’m having a hard time dialing in the suspension on my Polaris Outlaw MXR and wonder if you could help. You guys have said that harsh feeling suspension can mean I’m running my settings too soft. I can’t really wrap my head around this concept. Please explain. Sure- the reason for this seemingly […] More »