July 31, 2015
Powersport News
Update To The AMA Petition Against EPA Ethanol Plan
On July 22, the AMA had gathered more than 25,000 signatures in its petition to the EPA protesting increased ethanol content in gasoline. Earlier this week, the AMA delivered 29,379 signatures to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, along with a ster
July 31, 2015
Powersport News
Fall 2015 Marshall University OHV Scholarship Available: Applications due Aug. 7; classes begin Aug. 24
NOHVCC is once again proud to administer a scholarship for a semester of the Marshall University OHV Recreation Management program.
July 30, 2015
Racing
ITP Motocross Racers Post 14 Podiums At Red Bud: Six riders earn class victories at round nine in Michigan
Ontario, Calif. - ITP racers earned six class wins and a total of 14 podiums at round nine of the 2015 Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship Series held this past weekend in Buchanan, MI. Also at the Red Bud ATV National Presented by Concept Hauler
July 30, 2015
Powersport News
Associated Press
Prosecutors: Judge Not Biased In ATV Protest Ride Case
Salt Lake City - Federal prosecutors are defending a judge accused of bias by a county commissioner who was convicted in a protest ride on all-terrain vehicles through ancient ruins.
July 30, 2015
Powersport News
SxS Adventure Rally Gives Updates For Upcoming Rally
Event organizers for the CST SxS Adventure Rally just sent us some updates for the event, which is scheduled Nov. 12-14 at Sand Hollow in southern Utah.
July 29, 2015
Powersport News
Commercial Distribution Finance Seeing Strong Powersports Industry Growth: Dealers using online mapping to spot expansion opportunities through Dealer Insights Portal
Chicago (BUSINESS WIRE) - The powersports industry, which includes motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs), snowmobiles and personal watercraft, is robust and continues to grow according to dealer performance data from Com
July 28, 2015
Video
EZRyde Performance Muffler sound comparison
We install an EZRyde Performance Muffler on our 2015 Arctic Cat Wildcat Sport and show the difference in the stock muffler sound and the EZRyde muffler sound. See more at dirttoysmag.com
July 28, 2015
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Razor Sharp Performance Has Officially Been Turbocharged: RZR XP Turbo EPS takes RZR to a new level
Polaris RZR is the gold standard in recreational vehicles due to the family’s ultimate combination of power, suspension, agility, comfort and customization. Owning a RZR is not only about the desert, dunes and trails one can conquer but the lifestyle that
July 27, 2015
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Polaris Introduces Another Model Year Packed With New Products, Innovation
Polaris, the worldwide leader in off-road innovation, expands its lineup for model year 2016. Polaris RZR brings more performance with the addition of another new vehicle; Ranger introduces four new vehicles and more power to several existing models; Spor
July 27, 2015
Powersport News
RTP Is In Serious Danger Of Being Eliminated
As you may recall, RTP is in the "Transportation Alternatives Program" portion of the Highway Funding Legislation.
July 27, 2015
Powersport News
2016 Grizzly, Kodiak 700 Now In Production At Yamaha’s U.S. Factory: All-new ATVs will be in Yamaha dealers this summer-fall season
Kennesaw, GA – The all-new 2016 Yamaha Grizzly and Kodiak 700 vehicles are rolling off the production line at Yamaha’s U.S. factory in Newnan, GA, this month—just in time for summer off-roading and fall harvesting seasons.
July 24, 2015
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Web Exclusive
2015 Rally In The Pines Was Bigger Than Ever: Unique events help draw hundreds of riders to Mackay
The 2015 version of the Rally in the Pines, held in Mackay, ID, was a huge success, drawing hundreds of machines and people. Riders came from all over the United States, Canada and even Mexico.
July 24, 2015
Powersport News
Michael Malone, Polaris Industries’ Chief Financial Officer Announces Intention to Retire: 30-year career contributions at core of Polaris’ long-term success
Minneapolis – Polaris Industries has announced that Michael Malone, age 56, has declared his intention to retire as Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer effective Aug. 3, but has agreed to stay on into early 2016 to assume the newly-formed
July 23, 2015
Powersport News
Web Exclusive
New Yamaha Kodiak ATV Small In Size, Big On Capability
Yesterday we were able to take Yamaha’s new Grizzly ATV on an aggressive test drive though Tennessee’s Windrock Park. Today it was the Kodiak’s turn.
July 23, 2015
Powersport News
Polaris Recalls Youth RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due To Fire Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Polaris model year 2015 Youth RZR recreational off-highway vehicle
July 22, 2015
Powersport News
Web Exclusive
Yamaha Grizzly: One Bear Of An ATV
We first saw glimpses of the new Yamaha Grizzly earlier this summer during a media presentation in Georgia.
July 20, 2015
Powersport News, Travel
Arctic Cat Factory Display, Demo Rides At DuneFest: DuneFest attendees can enter to win off-road ride kit
Plymouth, Minn. – Arctic Cat is the Elite Sponsor of DuneFest 2015, which takes place July 29-Aug. 2 in Winchester Bay, OR. Winchester Bay is the center of the fabulous Dunes Recreations area and has been dubbedthe ROV capital of the Pacific coast.
July 20, 2015
Powersport News
6th Annual Jericho ATV Festival Sure To Be Muddy Good Time: Berlin streets open to ATVs for family-friendly weekend of events, shows, demo rides
Berlin, NH – Drawing some 4,000 people, the 2015 Jericho ATV Festival Presented by Progressive is an ATV enthusiast’s dream come true, featuring mud races, demo rides, live music and delicious food.
July 17, 2015
Powersport News
Arctic Cat Joins Steve Kinser Racing For Kings Royal, Knoxville Nationals, World Finals: Kraig Kinser to drive No. 11k Arctic Cat Wildcat in Sprint Car Racing’s marquee events
Plymouth, Minn. – Arctic Cat, one of the most widely recognized and respected names in the snowmobile, ATV and side-by-side industry, announced a partnership with Steve Kinser Racing and driver Kraig Kinser for three of the biggest Sprint car races of the
July 16, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Mule Pro-FXT Review
Just in case you might have missed our ride review of the Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT, you can still read about it on the Dirt Toys website (www.dirttoysmag.com)
July 16, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Polaris Sportsman, Outlaw 110 EFI are Here
This spring Polaris Industries introduced the Sportsman 110 EFI and Outlaw 110 EFI youth models, which were available in dealerships in May.
July 16, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Weller Recreation Moves Into New Buildin
Kamas, UT-based Weller Recreation, a multi-line powersports dealership, has moved into a new building, dramatically expanding its showroom and shop floor space.
July 16, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Lane Lindstrom
Wolverine R-Spec: Delivering Fun in a Big Way
As with most anything in life, it’s the little things that often end up making the difference.
July 16, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Powersport News
Exmark Expands Line With Two New Utility Vehicles: New 500S, 700S models deliver performance, versatility for work and play
Beatrice, Neb. — Exmark has expanded its 2015 product line to include two side-by-side utility vehicles. The new models deliver the productivity professionals demand with switch-on-the-fly two- or four-wheel drive and a customizable two-in-one tilting car
July 15, 2015
Powersport News
Camoplast Solideal Becomes Camso
Magog, QC - Magog¬-based company Camoplast Solideal became Camso early this month. Following a transition period, this name will also become the master brand for its off¬the¬road tires (OTR), tracks and track systems. For the company, Camso represents th
July 15, 2015
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JRi Shocks To Participate In First-Ever DuneFest Vendor Camp
Mooresville, NC - JRi Shocks has announced its partnership with the 2015 Oregon DuneFest as a participant in the first-ever Vendor Camp experience. As a part of Vendor Camp, JRi Shocks will be onsite and in the sand providing sales and support to event at
July 13, 2015
Powersport News, Travel
Off-Roaders Go All Out For Costume Parade At Rally In The Pines
We weren’t quite sure what to expect or what we might see at the costume parade at this year’s Rally in the Pines last Friday night in Mackay, ID.
July 13, 2015
Powersport News
USFS Fire Closure Order Singles Out OHV Use
Pocatello, ID -- The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC), a national trail-based recreation group, is questioning the recent Fire Closure Order #06-03-01-15-02 that bans OHVs from using more than 250 miles of system trails on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest l
July 12, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Backcountry RZR: Looking Back, Moving Forward
Over the past several issues of Dirt Toys Magazine, we have chronicled the install of several aftermarket products to Eric Tibbins’ Polaris RZR, dubbed the Backcountry RZR. In this issue Tibbens looks back at all the products he has installed and how ea
July 12, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Lane Lindstrom
The X's and O's of Cat's XR: New ATV grabbing some attention
With all the hype surrounding today’s side-by-sides some people does anyone really pay attention to ATVs anymore?
July 12, 2015|
Published in the July 2015 issue
Corry Weller
Top Safety Tips For New Dune Riders
The dunes can be one of the most amazing, thrilling and beautiful places to ride and spend time with your friends and family, or they can become a place of bad memories and close calls. The deciding factor in how your first dune experience (and future tri
July 08, 2015
Powersport News, Travel
Rally In The Pines Is THIS Weekend ...
... and we can’t wait. There are plenty of rides, plenty of activities, plenty of food and plenty of fun planned for the mulit-day Rally In The Pines, which starts Thursday evening and runs through Sunday.
July 07, 2015
Powersport News
In Depth: 2016 Can-Am Outlander 6x6 Family
Whether it’s for extreme work or recreation, Can-Am has the most diverse 6x6 and ATV lineup in the industry. All Outlander 6x6 vehicles have an additional set of rear wheels, a 3,000-pound (1,360 kg) Warn winch, an exclusive Double Torsional Trailing arm
July 07, 2015
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By Dave Halsey, NOHVCC Contributing Writer
This Oklahoma OHV Trail System Is City Owned And Operated
A lot of U.S. cities have recreational parks that offer camping, swimming, fishing and hiking to scenic vistas. Very few have all that and own and operate an off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail system.
July 06, 2015
Powersport News
Camoplas Camoplast Solideal Launches Ultimate Spring And Summer Promotion
Magog, Quebec – Camoplast Solideal has launched its Ultimate Spring and Summer Promotion for all-terrain (ATV) or side-by-side (SxS) vehicle owners. Customers purchasing an ATV T4S or a UTV T4S track system by Aug. 31, 2015 will receive an extra year of w
July 06, 2015
Reviews
Web Exclusive
Mark Bourbeau
Sportsman 1-K Is A-OK
Just up the road a piece from Kanab, UT, is the Hog Canyon trail system, and the spot Polaris chose last fall to introduce its newest contender in the big bore/performance category for ATVs. You would think that a generally tight, twisty trail system woul
July 02, 2015
Racing
ITP ATV MX Racers Earn 22 Podiums at Millville: SxS racers find success out West in TerraCross, short course action
Ontario, Calif. - The ITP racing team earned numerous podiums across the country this past weekend. The ATV motocross squad posted 22 podiums (six wins) at Spring Creek Motocross Park in Millville, MN, while SxS pilots notched podiums at the TerraCross an
July 02, 2015
Racing
IMG Motorsports Sara Price Wins Rounds 1 & 2 At Terracross Championship
Lake Elsinore, Calif. – On June 26-27, the Terracross Championship Series started at the Del Mar Fairgrounds for Rounds 1 and 2 of a six race series for 2015. Sara Price, driving the IMG Motorsports, Optimas Powersports, ITP Wheels and Tires-backed 1000c
July 01, 2015
Powersport News
Kawasaki Returns As OEM Exhibitor At 2015 American International Motorcycle Expo: Manufacturer to debut new models, showcase its wide range of product lines in Orlando
Irvine, Calif. – The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) and Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., (KMC) announced that the manufacturer has joined the growing list of OEM exhibitors set to take part in the third annual event, to be held Oct. 15-18,
July 01, 2015
Powersport News
John Deere Updates Gator High Performance Utility Vehicle: Gator model upgrades improve speed, user experience
Cary, NC — Today John Deere announces the model year 2016 RSX860i, replacing the previous model RSX850i. The RSX860i provides enhanced performance and ease of operation for Gator customers. Updated features, including a new power steering option and backl