Tag: why

Hibernation time. Dear ATVC: I am getting my quad ready for its long winter nap and I heard that the best thing to do is to fill the tank to the top? Why? I always heard you should drain the fluids. Believe it or not, filling the gas tank is the way to go with […] More »

Proven with time. Dear ATVC: As much as I’ve searched, I can’t seem to find opinions or discussions about pros and cons of gas tank location on an ATV. Yes I understand the lower center of gravity makes an ATV more stable on off-cambers but I’m really curious about hill climbs and if the fuel […] More »

Where do I begin? Dear ATVC: I have a Honda Foreman 500 4×4 with a problem turning tight while in 4×4 and only in one direction. Otherwise turning fine. Please help. When it comes to a machine’s steering suddenly behaving differently than we’re used to, the absolute best place to begin your investigation is always […] 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 »

Why not more of these? Dear ATVC: As automotive mechanics tells us, more cylinders mean longer lasting engines. I’m wondering then why so many ATVs still come equipped with single-cylinder motors. Well for starters the assumption that more cylinders always means increased engine lifespan isn’t accurate. While it is true that engine RPM may be […] More »

Is there a point? Dear ATVC: I was just reviewing your piece on the Mahindra ROXOR and all I have to say is WTH?! Who in their right mind is going to buy an expensive vehicle in 2018 putting out 62 Horsepower with a top speed of 45 mph? Maybe they have the US mixed […] More »