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First Ride - The Polaris RZR XP-4 900

More Power, More Suspension, More to Love
Written By: 
Pete Bengel and John Arens
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We spent the better part of last summer running around the north woods on the friend and family friendly, four seat sensation called the Polaris RZR4.  Regardless of whether we were in the driver’s seat or the back seat, it’s impossible not to have a great time on the RZR4 thanks to the long wheelbase, super stable platform, and silky smooth, stock FOX shocks.  It’s a blast to cruise down the trail on the RZR4, but we always felt it could use a little more power.

Long Term Report - 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4i

What We Learned from a Year on the Trail
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It’s our job to let you know exactly what to expect from every vehicle we test.  We want you to know what a machine is capable of long before you hand the dealer a check, and that means everything from fit and finish to average maintenance tasks.  We use our test ATVs exactly like you do; for work duty, for weekend play, and as hunting buddies.  After a year with the Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4i here is what we’ve found. 

Race Report - Desert Cat

The debut race for the Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000i
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To say the King of the Hammers event is a tough race but might be a fun challenge is a little like saying a Badger has a slightly intolerant disposition but would otherwise make a fine family pet.  To even enter the event raises a whole host of questions, especially when you consider that almost 60% of those who start the race never finish, and in some classes the attrition rate is much higher than that!

Day at the Beach, Spring Break - Yamaha Style

We hit the Glamis Dunes on Yamaha's Sport ATVs
Written By: 
John Arens
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It all started as a way to escape the daily grind by playing around at the biggest sand box in the country.  Way back in 2002, the event was known as “Goons in the Dunes” and was more of an informal gathering of friends and riding buddies than an organized factory outing.  But like so many activities that take on a life of their own, the die for a tradition had been cast.

First Ride - The Family Four

Testing Kawasaki's Capable New Teryx4 750 4x4
Written By: 
John Arens
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The Green Team has been on a roll. In the past year, Kawasaki has introduced all-new Brute Force 300 and Brute Force 750 ATV’s, and at their dealer show, they previewed the new Teryx4 750 4x4 Side x Side. That was only a teaser and we weren't allowed to ride the new Kawasaki at their Florida dealer meeting. So when Kawasaki’s Jon Rall called asking if we would like to come to Tennessee’s Brimstone Recreation to try the new Teryx4 750, we grabbed our gear and were on our way.

Honda Announces First New-Model Releases For 2013

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Torrance, CA: Honda enters the 2013 model-year season with a host of options for off-road and street-riding fun. First, consider two fun scooters that contain significant upgrades: the thoroughly revised Metropolitan and a new PCX scooter with a larger-displacement engine that now makes it capable for freeway use. Both models feature an easy-to-operate automatic transmission along with extremely fuel-efficient engines—just the thing for countering rising fuel prices. And then peruse Honda’s strong lineup of utility ATVs that simply get it done—whether “it” is a day filled with tough tasks or a weekend escape to your favorite backwoods getaway.

Dalton Industries Clutch Kits for the 2012 Kawasaki 750 Brute Force 4X4

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DK750 B12MSuggested list price $359.002012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4X4 - 28" Aggressive Mud Tire/Mud use and all 29.5" and larger tires only. This kit is also applicable for 26-28" aftermarket tires at high elevation (above 4000 ft) *The 2012 BF 750 model has a different engine configuration than previous model years. This kit helps re-calibrate the shift pattern for best performance in mud, as well as the very large / heavy tire sizes. This kit includes Dalton's Quick Adjust cam arms that make the kit easy to adjust for different conditions. Although it is well known that heavy mud tires hurt performance, this clutch kit can help bring your ATV back to life. There are also settings included in this kit for the use of 26-28" tires for deep sand and high elevation. The "set up guide" for different tires/conditions is included in the instructions. One adjustable kit that covers a lot of different applications!

Curtis Introduces Two New Windshield Options for PathPro Series Cab Systems

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Worcester, Massachusetts, March 15, 2012 – Curtis Industries, LLC recently announced two new windshield options for the PathPro series cab systems for the Polaris Ranger UTVs.For the Polaris Ranger 800, PathPro RCS cab system there is now a laminated safety glass option with a venting feature. We still offer the original hard coat polycarbonate windshield that opens full range. Both systems feature the quick disassembly components of the Rapid Convertible System to allow you to change your configuration in 60 seconds!The PathPro SS cab system for the Polaris Ranger 800 and Crew now comes standard with venting hard coat polycarbonate windshields to provide full air circulation within the enclosure. Windshield upgrades for older models are available for both cab systems.

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