Dear ATVC: Just built up a 2008 Can-Am DS450 for trail riding and maybe some enduro racing. I’m a little intimidated by suspension set up though. What exactly is the importance of proper sag, how do I measure it and what am I aiming for? Thanks. D.Avello272 Don’t let sag intimidate you- at its simplest […] More »

Dear ATVC: I have a few questions about shock springs. First why when a shock blows does the ATV ride bouncier? Secondly, I had my shocks serviced after blowing the rear and notice the outer spring has more coils than it did stock. Do more coils on a shock spring make it stronger? For starters, […] More »

Lazer Star Lights has just announced its spring Instagram promotion titled “Tag Your Rig.” From May 21st through June 30th, Instagram users will be able to submit their photo entries for a chance to win a set of four Lazer Star Dominator 4” HID Lights. Spring is here and it’s time to get your off-road […] More »

The Situation: Springtime riding has arrived. What was piles of snow a few weeks ago is likely now piles of mud. Those April showers bringing on the May flowers have caused streams to swell, puddles to become swamps and turned trails into endless ribbons of muck. Is This a Bad Thing? Absolutely not. So long […] More »

Alpinestars is launching its new BIONIC NECK SUPPORT and FLUID KNEE BRACE to the market just as the riding/ racing season is getting underway. Designed for all forms of off-road riding, the BNS TECH CARBON is a completely re-engineered, advanced neck protector that helps prevent the risk of damage to the neck, and is constructed […] 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 »

Dear ATVC: My quad’s rear shock feels really springy- it still seems to be working but the rear of the machine bounces more than I remember over rough terrain. My friend says it means the shock is blown and needs to be rebuilt. I thought a blown shock wouldn’t work at all. Please help. Sadly […] More »