August 31, 2017
Powersport News
Kawasaki Featured On RFD-TV Tonight
Tune in to RFD-TV to watch Kawasaki on Rural America Live tonight (Aug. 31) at 7 p.m. PT.
August 31, 2017
Feature
John Deere Introduces New Gator XUV Models With Enhanced Versatility, Durability, Comfort
Cary, N.C. — Designed for customers who need all-day comfort with off-road terrain capability in all seasons, John Deere introduces the new gas-powered Gator XUV835 and diesel-powered Gator XUV865 utility vehicles.
August 30, 2017
Powersport News
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Pennsylvania DCNR To Launch Pilot Program Permitting Larger All-Terrain Vehicles In Two State Forest Trail Systems
Harrisburg, Pa. - The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Bureau of Forestry is initiating a pilot program increasing the size of registered all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) permitted on two state forest trail systems, DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams
August 29, 2017
New Products
Warn Industries Releases New Powersports Winch for Sport Side-By-Sides
Clackamas, OR – Warn Industries has released a new winch for the powersports market, specifically aimed at the growing sport side-by-side segment. The WARN ProVantage 4500-SSD (Synthetic Short Drum) offers 4,500 lbs. (2041 kg) of pulling capacity, specifi
August 28, 2017
Powersport News
Rally In The Pines Moves To Salmon, ID, In 2018
If you’re friends with the Rally in the Pines on Facebook you might have noticed that the event is moving to Salmon, ID, in 2018.
August 28, 2017
New Products
Rockford Fosgate PMX-8BB Hideaway Digital Media Receiver, PMX-8DH Wired Display Head Now Available: PMX-8 can also fully integrate with the FLIR Systems’ Raymarine MFD via the Rockford Fosgate PMX-CAN
Tempe, Ariz. – For those fanatics who take hitting sand and surf seriously and need an audio system command center with extreme flexibility, Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, has announced t
August 27, 2017
Powersport News
Kenda Tire, Cement Marketing Put The Wheels In Motion
Kenda, a company famous for producing quality performance tires at an incredible value and Cement Marketing, an independent agency known for combining innovative analysis with creative vision to bring brands to life online have come together to pave their
August 27, 2017
Racing
Strong Showing For Polaris RZR Star Car At Vegas To Reno: Travis Pastrana, Jolene Van Vugt, Jim Beaver take on longest off-road race
Las Vegas - Guest Star Car driver Travis Pastrana put in 300-plus miles of strong driving in the Polaris RZR Star Car Friday, facing down sweltering heat, dust, and rough terrain as he joined team regulars Jolene Van Vugt and Jim Beaver for the longest of
August 26, 2017
Racing
James Hill Dominates Gorman Ridge Rally, Continues Winning Streak
Lake Elsinore, Calif. - James Hill wins Gorman Ridge Rally in UTV and furthers points lead in the Production class. Hill and co-driver Riley McGuinness drove their IMG Motorsports outfitted UTV to secure 6 out of 12 Stage wins. While the duo proved they b
August 25, 2017
Powersport News
ARGO XTV Expands Dealer Network With Arctic Co-operatives Limited: 32 new dealer locations added in Canada’s Far North
New Hamburg, ON – ARGO, the world’s leading amphibious Xtreme Terrain Vehicle (XTV) manufacturer, today announced it has added Arctic Co-operatives Limited and its 32 locations to its growing North American dealer network.
August 25, 2017
Racing
ITP Racers Go 1-2 At Vegas To Reno Desert Race: Riggs wins UTV Unlimited Class on ITP Ultra Cross R Spec tires
Franklin, Tenn. - Outfitted with ITP Ultra Cross R Spec tires, Tony Riggs piloted his Polaris RZR side-by-side vehicle to the UTV Unlimited class overall win at the 2017 Best In The Desert (BITD) Vegas To Reno race this past weekend in Nevada.
August 25, 2017
Feature
Kawasaki MULE: Three Decades Of Innovation
Starting with a humble idea drawn on a cocktail napkin in August, 1980, Kawasaki expanded the utility vehicle segment by creating the Kawasaki MULE side-by-side. That drawing later became the MULE 1000 in 1987.
August 24, 2017
Racing
KYMCO USA Best In The Desert Vegas to Reno Race Recap
Team KYMCO KEP (KYMCO Extended Protection) WARP Offroad Factory Racing began the best test of off road endurance agility and ability, known as the Best in the Desert General Tire Vegas to Reno Presented by Fox, with great expectations.
August 24, 2017
Powersport News
First Responders Utilize Kawasaki Mule Side-By-Side Versatility To Get The Job Done
Kawasaki MULE side-by-side utility vehicles play an important role for first responders throughout the United States. The durability, size and maneuverability of the MULE side-by-side helps police, fire and emergency medical teams do their jobs on a daily
August 23, 2017
Powersport News
CST Tires SxS Adventure Rally Registration Open
Registration for the 2017 CST Tires SxS Adventure Rally is now open. Plan to attend another great event at Utah’s Sand Hollow on Nov. 9-11.
August 23, 2017
Feature
Honda Unveils 2018 FourTrax Rancher: Announcement also includes FourTrax Foreman, TRX90X, Pioneer 500
In its final four-wheel powersports new-model announcement of the year, the leading manufacturer of multipurpose ATVs today unveiled four 2018 models, including the family of FourTrax Ranchers—America’s best-selling line of ATVs. At the same time, Honda a
August 22, 2017
Racing
Can-Am Maverick X3 Side-By-Side Vehicle Racers Notch Huge Endurance Racing Victories: Phil Blurton wins Best In The Desert Vegas To Reno race, Kyle Chaney victorious at Heartland Challenge
Can-Am X-Team and Maverick X3 Turbo R side-by-side vehicle racers Phil Blurton and Kyle Chaney each earned an impressive off-road endurance racing victory this past weekend. Blurton won the 2017 Best In The Desert UTV Turbo class in Nevada, while Chaney e
August 22, 2017
Powersport News
Yamaha Wild Mountain Rampage Comes To Brimstone
Brimstone Paragon 2017 offers a new spin on the Wild Mountain Rampage. There will be a search on the trails for the "Mad Hatter" and “The Joker.” It is sure to be a crowd pleaser. The WMR winner will receive an all-new 2018 Yamaha side-by-side vehicle tha
August 21, 2017
Powersport News
Nikola Prepares The World’s Most Powerful Production-Ready UTV For Delivery
Salt Lake City - Nikola (pronounced Neek-oh-la) Powersports has finalized the specifications and design for the four-seater UTV dubbed the “Nikola Zero.” The Nikola Zero UTV is an all-electric, 400-volt plug-in, off-road and potentially street ready vehic
August 21, 2017
Racing
Bad Ending To A Great Start At The 2017 BITD Vegas To Reno Off-Road Race
Reno, Nev. - Yesterday's Team KYMCO KEP (KYMCO Extended Protection) WARP Offroad Factory Racing run in the 2017 BITD Vegas to Reno off-road race kicked off with a good solid start, but unfortunately did not have the great ending that all involved had hope
August 21, 2017
Racing
Team RZR’s Kristen Matlock Takes First Win At “Vegas to Reno”: Travis Pastrana shreds in RZR Star Car
Minneapolis – Polaris RZR demonstrated why it is the recreational side-by-side leader and overwhelming choice of desert racers by representing 60 percent of the field at Best in the Desert’s (BITD) General Tire “Vegas to Reno” presented by Fox. When the d
August 18, 2017
New Products
Web Exclusive
Steve Janes
Product Test: GoGo Lantern
The GoGo Lantern is one of those that offers a unique concept for on-demand light.
August 18, 2017
New Products
Steve Janes
Product Tests: VP Racing Gas Can
VP Racing has seen our frustration grow and has designed a gas can that meets all the EPA regulations for portable fuel containers while actually making the process of pouring fuel a little easier.
August 18, 2017
Racing
Live Vegas To Reno Race Feeds: A Trail Of Two Cities For Team KYMCO KEP Team
Somewhere in Nevada, USA: Food for thought. Please remember to check out the arbitrarily scheduled live race feed during the next few days at the crazy beastly Best in the Desert General Tire Vegas to Reno Presented by Fox off-road racing event, which is
August 17, 2017
New Products
New Products: NavAtlas Command Center
State-of-the-art technology has discovered the powersports industry, bringing touchscreen convenience to the UTV market. And SoCal based NavAtlas leads the way with its new DXP1000DVR.
August 17, 2017
Powersport News
Fort Sage OHV Area Reopens After Fire; Visitors Urged To Stay On Trails
Doyle, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) reopens nearly 100 miles of trails in the Fort Sage Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area near Doyle, giving OHV riders and drivers access to the area after a temporary closure caused by the Long Valley Fire.
August 16, 2017
Feature
2018 Stampede: A New Experience in Side-by-Side Performance
The 2018 Stampede and Stampede X from Textron Off Road combine best-in-class components and specifications with innovative, premium features to deliver a bold, new experience in side-by-side performance.
August 16, 2017
Feature
Textron Off Road Introduces 2018 ATVs, Side-by-Side Models: New model line reflects integration of the Arctic Cat brand into Textron Off Road
Textron Off Road, and the former Arctic Cat dirt brand, has unveiled its 2018 lineup. The 2018 model line consists of 18 models, each delivering best-in-class features and performance that reflect the innovation and durability that customers expect.
August 16, 2017
Powersport News
BLM Offers Tips For Upcoming Eclipse
Idaho Falls, Idaho - Many spectators will be traveling to eastern Idaho for the first time to view the solar eclipse, unaware of the region’s high fire potential. The Bureau of Land Management is urging motorists to avoid parking along roadways on tall, d
August 16, 2017
Feature
Rival Motorsports Announces Two New Youth ATVs
Rival Motorsports has announced two new affordable ATV models for young riders.
August 15, 2017
Powersport News
U.S. Forest Service Prepares For The Solar Eclipse
Boise, Idaho — The Boise and Sawtooth National Forests are preparing for the solar eclipse. With the projected increase of visitors, there are special considerations requiring additional attention from all Forest users during this time, please visit: http
August 14, 2017
Racing
Team KYMCO KEP Factory Racing Takes On Famous, Fierce Vegas To Reno Race
Spartanburg, SC - Team KYMCO KEP (KYMCO Extended Protection) WARP factory racing takes on the Vegas to Reno—the grueling, brutal and arguably most savage off-road race this week Aug. 16-19.
August 14, 2017
Powersport News
Kawasaki Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles Due To Fire Hazard
Name of product: All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
August 14, 2017
Feature
ARGO Unveils New 2018 Vehicle Line Up Of Xplorer ATVs
ARGO, the world’s leading amphibious Xtreme Terrain Vehicle (XTV) manufacturer, today unveiled its 2018 model line up, featuring several new off road vehicle options for adventure enthusiasts and a brand new ATV product line—the ARGO Xplorer series.
August 14, 2017
Feature
ARGO Unveils New 2018 Line Up Of Xtreme Terrain Vehicles (XTVs)
ARGO, the world’s leading amphibious Xtreme Terrain Vehicle (XTV) manufacturer, today unveiled its XTV lineup for the 2018 model year adding all-new models, features and options to its expanding line of industry leading powersports products.
August 11, 2017
Powersport News
UTV Invasion Powered By Boondocker Returns To St. Anthony Aug. 31-Sept. 1
UTV Invasion Powered by Boondocker makes its return for the fourth consecutive year to the towering sand dunes of St. Anthony, ID. Hosted by Idaho Dunes RV Resort, the family-friendly event features four days of off-road activities, an expanded vendor mal
August 10, 2017
Powersport News
Rechargeable LED Road Flares Provide Super-Bright Multipurpose Illumination
August 10, 2017
Powersport News
Polaris Recalls Scrambler All-Terrain Vehicles Due To Crash Hazard
Name of product: Polaris Scrambler all-terrain vehicle (ATVs)
August 09, 2017
Powersport News
Timbersled Partners With AMA For 2017 EnduroCross Season: Partnership cross promotes snow bikes to EnduroCross racers and fans
Minneapolis - The AMA EnduroCross series today announced that Timbersled, the leading snow bike brand owned and manufactured by Polaris Industries, have formed a partnership to cross promote snow bikes to EnuroCross racers and fans.
August 08, 2017
Powersport News
Polaris Recalls RZR 170 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due To Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards
Name of product: RZR 170 recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
August 08, 2017
New Products
Pro Shield Cab System
Designed and engineered alongside the new Ranger XP 1000, the Ranger Pro Shield Cab System exceeds expectations. Each Polaris Engineered cab component has two decades of innovation built into it, and has been tested beyond military standards to offer the
August 06, 2017
New Products
Boss Audio Sound Systems
The BRRC27 Riot Sound Bar gives quality sound, loud enough to play over the roar of your engine. With its custom housing, the sound bar fits tightly against roll bars so it won’t obstruct your vision. This all-in-one unit lets you to pair your phone or ot
August 06, 2017
New Products
Clarion GR10BT Sound System
The GR10BT from Clarion is a feature-rich gauge hole style multimedia source unit sporting a high-end brushed metal look and robust connectivity options. It offers up to 180 watts of peak power.
August 06, 2017
New Products
Hifonics Sound System
Hifonics has bundled its TPS-6 Powered Bluetooth Soundbar, a pair of TPS-CP80 Compression Horns and a compact TPS-A500.2 500 watt two-channel amplifier for the ultimate stereo experience.
August 06, 2017
New Products
Kicker Offers Compact Subwoofer and Amp
The Kicker CompRT is a shallow-mount subwoofer that handles 500 watts RMS, boasting the thinnest mounting depths available. Less than four inches on the 12-inch CompRT helps you have deep bass where conventional-sized subwoofers don’t fit.
August 06, 2017
New Products
Rugged Multi-Band Radio
Rugged Radios new RM50-MB Multi-Band Radio merges VHF, UHF, CB, HAM, AM, and FM all into one unit for the ultimate, versatile communication system.
August 05, 2017
Powersport News
Pastrana To Rip In RZR XP 4 Turbo In “Vegas to Reno”
Professional action sports legend and stunt performer Travis Pastrana will take his mad skills to the starting line when he races the Polaris RZR Star Car at the longest off-road race in the U.S., Best in the Desert’s (BITD) “Vegas to Reno” race on Aug. 1
August 05, 2017
Feature
Steve Janes
Breaking Trail: If there’s a will (and a bunch of horsepower), there’s a way
This year spring hung on a little longer than in past years. May was almost over and we still had a good deal of snow hanging around above 7,000 elevation. That meant there were still a few trails that were for all intents and purposes closed by Mother Na
August 04, 2017
Feature
Steve Janes
Product Review: Kymco 2017 UXV 700i LE
At face value, the UXV 700I LE is most comparable (price, size and market) to the Polaris Ranger 570, Can Am Defender 800, Kawasaki Mule 800 and the Honda Pioneer 700. It is slightly less expensive, perhaps not quite as fast, and definitely not as visible
August 03, 2017
New Products
RT Pro Nerf Bars For Polaris Ace 900 XC
The engineers at RT Pro have been hard at work designing a wide range of suspension options and body armor and accessories for the late model for the 2017 UTV lineup.
August 02, 2017|
Published in the August 2017 issue
Feature
Lane Lindstrom
Riding in Baja Is Magnifico
Our experience in Baja California, Mexico.
August 02, 2017|
Published in the August 2017 issue
Feature
Steve Janes
We Ride the 2017 KYMCO UXV 700i LE
August 01, 2017|
Published in the August 2017 issue
Feature
Rick Sosebee
Tennessee Mountain Turkey: The one that got away
August 01, 2017|
Published in the August 2017 issue
Feature
Lane Lindstrom
Mixing It up in Moab
Four days of riding in Moab.
