ATV Magazine articles from October 2005

ATV Magazine archives from October 2005

Happy birthday to us.
October 1, 2005... There's something about birthdays that is, to be cliche, cool. If you're lucky, it's your day to be pampered and, if you're luckier, get some presents. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I'm a long way away from my next birthday and not really...

Vinson top speed?(YOUR LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2005... I just finished reading your article on your Web site "6 For Kicks: A Raucous Time On The Big-Bore 4X4s" and found it interesting. I have a comment about it. I know you're thinking, "not another question about top speed," but here it is: I have...

Massachussets trails mayhem.(YOUR LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2005... I just received the July issue, in reading the list of legal trails in Massachusetts, it mentioned Savoy Mountain State Forest as being a place to ride. This area was closed to ATVs this spring. I live just 45 minutes away from it and I'm very...

Cheese trails.(YOUR LETTERS)
October 1, 2005... I love your magazine! Your recent article (July 2005) neglected to mention a great stretch of trails in Southeast Wisconsin known as the Cheese Country Trail. Check out www.tricountytrail.com for details. Doug Knodle * Byron, Ill. We...

Is wider better?(YOUR LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2005... I am getting ready to buy a new set of ITP Mud Lite radials for my 2005 Yamaha Grizzly 660. Is there an advantage to running 10-inch wide tires in front and back instead of 8 inches in front and 10 inches in back? I really like to ride in the...

Polaris buys stake in KTM: new KTM ATV ready in 2006.(NEWS & NOTES)
October 1, 2005... A new partnership between Polaris and KTM will help bring a new KTM ATV to the market and help Polaris strengthen a foothold in the European market. In late July, the two companies announced they were entering into a "strategic...

Suzuki reveals new sport quad: QuadRacer R450 comes with EFI and more.(NEWS & NOTES)
October 1, 2005... After months of rumors about Suzuki developing a 450-class sport quad, it's finally confirmed and coming to a dealer and racetrack near you. Suzuki's new QuadRacer LT-R450 features a 450cc four-stroke engine with electronic fuel injection, and...

Under review: CPSC head reconsiders petition.(NEWS & NOTES)
October 1, 2005... What looked to be a slam dunk in striking down a petition that requested the Consumer Product Safety Commission to ban the sale of adult-sized ATVs to children under 16, is again under review. CPSC Commissioner Hal Stratton ordered a top to...

Kymco expands: company adds two ATVs to its lineup.(NEWS & NOTES)
October 1, 2005... Kymco announced it is adding two ATVs to its model lineup--the MXU 150 and MXU 300 Shaft Drive. The 150 is powered by a 149cc air-cooled four-stroke engine. It also comes with racks, a CVT transmission with forward, neutral and reverse and a...

Pug Cargo ATVs to return: South Dakota company buys UTVs.(NEWS & NOTES)
October 1, 2005... After a brief stint in the industry a few years ago, the Pug Cargo ATVs (CATV) went into hibernation, as the original manufacturer in Jackson, Miss., stopped making the side by side utility vehicles. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] However,...

Tire talk.(HUNTING TIP)
October 1, 2005... Hunters really need to look at tire traction factor. Are the areas you hunt mostly wet swamp or do you have to ride over downed trees quite often? Then, a deeper lugged tire is more what's needed to get that extra grip. However, with a deeper...

100,000.(TIDBITS)
October 1, 2005... Suzuki's Rome, Ga., manufacturing plant celebrated in August the production of its 100,000th ATV. The plant built its first ATV in May 2002, and is expected to produce 45,000 machines this year.

Ride on.(The Highland Park Resort in Georgia)(facilities for all-terrain vehicle driving, dirt bike riding)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Construction of a new 1,000 acre ATV and dirt bike riding park in northwest Georgia began last summer, and plans included opening the area in early October. The Highland Park Resort is near Cedartown, Ga., and will offer some primitive camping...

Asian invasion.(Jianshe Industries Group introduces Mountain Lion 400, all-terrain vehicle)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... China's Jianshe Industries Group unveiled a new Mountain Lion 400 in early July. Jianshe company officials at the unveiling said future plans are to build a 600-class ATV and a side by side utility terrain vehicle within the next one to two...

Growing.(TIDBITS)
October 1, 2005... A study by the National Survey on Recreation and Environment notes that off-highway vehicle use for those 16 and older grew by 7 percent from 1999 to 2004. What's more, the study says Hispanic participation doubled during that time, and...

Growing Part2.(TIDBITS)
October 1, 2005... The state of Wisconsin says ATV registrations have increased 90 percent since 2000. It also marks the first time snowmobile registrations have been out-paced by their four-wheel cousins. The state says there were 220, 171 ATVs registered as of...

Milestone.(Polaris Industries joins Specialty Vehicle Institute of America)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Polaris recently joined the all-terrain vehicle industry trade group known as the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA). Polaris is the final major manufacturer to join the SVIA. The SVIA represents the ATV industry on a variety of...

International.(TIDBITS)
October 1, 2005... BRP is hitting the entry-level market in Europe with a new DS250. It is equipped with a 250cc liquid-cooled engine, front and rear disc braking, a CVT transmission and reverse. It is EC homologated including integrated quadricycle components....

Rescheduled.(TIDBITS)
October 1, 2005... Bieda Powersports of Fenwick, Ontario, rescheduled its ATV Expo event. Originally scheduled for late August, organizers have yet to confirm new dates but are looking at late October. Check out www.atvmagonline.com for updates.

Opportunity knocks: ATV racing events steal the show at the 6th Annual Great Outdoor Games.
October 1, 2005... When the ESPN Great Outdoor Games' gigantic knuckles first came thundering down on the door to the racing underworld, the knock both scared and excited the quad racing masses. They were thrilled, because with the knock, came the opportunity to...

Work & play: a look at the side by side utility vehicles.
October 1, 2005... In a matter of a few years, the side by side utility terrain vehicle market has gone from modest to massive. OK, maybe it's not massive, but it's big and continues to grow at a good clip from year to year. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We're...

A perfect 10: a look back on the past 10 years in the ATV industry.
October 1, 2005... There's an adage that says, "The more things change the more they stay the same." While in many instances that statement is true, it doesn't ring totally true for the ATV industry during the last 10 years. When ATV Magazine began in 1995,...

Power up: Honda's Rincon and other quads get a boost.(new models of all-terrain vehicle Honda Rincon)
October 1, 2005... Just prior to press time, we got information on four more Honda ATVs for the 2006 model year. This past summer, Honda released details on almost all of its 2006 ATVs. Most of the ATVs announced in the summer were coming back with color option...

Conquering the Croix: excellent riding and scenic views await at the St. Croix State Forest.
October 1, 2005... The dew was still glistening on the grass blades one day last spring, and that meant only one thing--it was flippin' early. Way too early for any human to be awake, and the bloodshot eyes and weary heads were evidence of that. But we were...

Big K.(Revolt, line of all-terrain vehicle driving apparel by manufacturer Klim)
October 1, 2005... While I love riding ATVs in my Carhartt pants and a cotton flannel, I've learned it can become awfully hot during the summer. So, I decided to swap out my beat-up bibs in favor of moisture-wicking riding gear from Klim (pronounced climb). ...

Hondas in the rain forest: ecology and ATVs.(ON THE JOB)
October 1, 2005... A couple of days might pass before guests at the Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge even notice the red Honda going about its business. But Phil Spier's 450ES has become an indispensable part of running an operation in one of the most uninhabited...

Bring it down! High Lifter's Stealth Muffler takes quiet to a new level.(TEST)
October 1, 2005... Noise level is all relative. If you're 10 miles from your neighbors, you can pretty much create all the noise you want. If you ride in a public area or on a race track, you may need to comply with maximum allowable sound levels. But, what if...

Cool tips: cold weather riding and storage procedures for your ATV.(TIPS & TRICKS)
October 1, 2005... Winterizing an ATV can mean two different things, depending on the owner. For one person, it may mean making the quad more suitable for operation in the frigid months or winter for you warm-weather owners. Another owner may think it's better to...

Kolpin UTV Transport System.(gear transport system for all-terrain vehicles)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Kolpin Powersports' UTV Gear Transport System is constructed of steel and glass-infused plastic for superior strength. The transport mounting system is compatible with several Kolpin accessories. The Gear Transport System includes mounting...

Mini hardware kit.(GADGETS AND GEAR)
October 1, 2005... This 22-piece mini hardware kit from Motion Pro contains nuts, bolts and washers that are commonly needed for off-road applications. The kit includes a 6mm flange nut (fenders), 10mm flange nut (cylinder, kick starter), 8mm flange nut (exhaust...

SuperTrapp IDSX Kodiak exhaust.(exhaust system for all-terrain vehicle Yamaha Kodiak)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Developed by SuperTrapp for the Yamaha Kodiak 450, this IDSX slip-on exhaust features a 3-inch internal disc design that functions as a USFS-approved spark arrestor. SuperTrapp says its exhaust system creates more low-end torque and near stock...

Cruz tools dial gauge.(all-terrain vehicle tire pressure gauge)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... CruzTools TirePro dial gauge was developed for precise measurement and setting of tire pressure on ATVs. The TirePro dial gauge provides a full-size display with readings up to 60 PSI. Readings are held until released by the integrated valve,...

Dual Track trailer.(Hiniker Dual Track trailer)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Manufactured by Hiniker Company, this Dual Track trailer offers on-road and off-road capabilities all in one. On-road, the trailer can transport up to two ATVs on a 96-inch, aluminum diamond tread bed; off-road, the 24-inch sides fold upright,...

Around the bend.
October 1, 2005... ENJOYING THE VIEW. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]