September 30, 2013
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By The Associated Press
Sprawling ATV Park Under Construction
Springhill, LA - ATV enthusiasts will have a place to get muddy by spring 2014.
September 30, 2013
Racing
Team ITP Racers Post WORCS, NEATV-MX Victories : Lambert wins SxS Production 850 Class; Creamer victorious in Maine
Ontario, Calif. - Team ITP ATV and side-by-side racers competed in both the World Off-Road Championship Series and the New England ATV Motocross serie
September 29, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
New Off-Road Models Expand Honda’s 2014 Lineup
American Honda has continued to introduce new 2014 models for off-road enthusiasts.
September 29, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Red Rockin’ Rendezvous To Be Held In Moab
Moab, UT, is apparently the place to be if you’ve got an ATV or side-by- side.
September 29, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Spare Parts
Zbroz Racing’s ARS-FX max ground clearance lower front A-arms offer more clearance and strength for the Polaris XP 900.
September 29, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
The Enduro Experiment: Rolled Cage
As though riding and testing as many ATVs and side-by-sides as we can isn’t enough, Dirt Toys test rider Nate King and myself decided to pick up a couple of enduro bikes this spring and spend the summer riding single track trails around the mountains of I
September 28, 2013
Dayco Celebrates 40 Years of Operation At Belt Manufacturing Facility
Troy, Mich. - Dayco Products is celebrating 40 years of operation at its Walterboro, SC, manufacturing facility. The facility surpassed the 40-year ma
September 27, 2013
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Dayco Products is celebrating 40 years of operation
Today, Dayco Products is celebrating 40 years of operation at its Walterboro, South Carolina belt manufacturing facility. Opened in 1973, the Walterbo
September 26, 2013
Powersport News
First Ride: Polaris Ranger 570 EPS, Sportsman 570 EPS: Polaris hits a homerun with these two models
We spent the entire day Wednesday in central Pennsylvania looking over a portion of Polaris' 2014 lineup of side-by-sides and ATVs.
September 25, 2013
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Kawasaki Adds Three New Managers To Marketing Team
Irvine, Calif. - Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is further strengthening its marketing communications team with the addition of three new manager
September 25, 2013
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McClatchy-Tribune Information Services
Polaris India Rides High On All-Terrain Vehicle Sales
Mumbai - New Delhi-based Polaris India Pvt. Ltd, the first to sell all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in the country, has sold 700 of these vehicles since Ja
September 20, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Reviews
Real Cookin’ with Camp Chef
You can eat on your break during your ride or you can really eat.
September 20, 2013
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Win A 2013 Polaris Sportsman 500
Boise, ID,-based Carl's Cycle Sales has donated a 2013 Polaris Sportsman 500 to be raffled off in a fund raiser for the Canyon County Community Clinic
September 18, 2013
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15th Annual Sand Sports Super Show This Weekend: Set for Sept. 20-22 at Orange County Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa
Torrance, CA - This weekend marks the 15th Annual Sand Sports Super Show in Costa Mesa, CA. The key companies of the sand industry gather every year a
September 18, 2013
Racing
Beau Baron Takes WORCS Round 8: RZRs take top three podium spots in SxS Pro Production
Minneapolis - After missing the podium last race, Polaris Racing/Holz Racing's Beau Baron was back on top at WORCS Round 8, in Milford, CA.
September 17, 2013
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BRP Adds To Can-Am Side-By-Side Lineup : Can-Am Commander MAX, Maverick 1000R X mr, new colors added for 2014
Valcourt, Québec - BRP has expanded its line of Can-Am side-by-side vehicles with the new 2014 Commander MAX 1000 and Maverick 1000R X mr. The new mod
September 17, 2013
Racing
Team ITP SxS Racers Earn Wins In California, Tennessee : Rahders wins fifth round of LOORRS; Chaney notches UTVRR QR1 class victory
Ontario, Calif. - Team ITP side-by-side racers competed in two different series across the country recently and came away with two overall victories a
September 14, 2013
Powersport News
By Lane Lindstrom
5 Standout Features On The New Yamaha Viking: We spend a day riding the vehicle in northcentral Wyoming
The new Yamaha Viking is easily one of the most anticipated side-by-sides this summer. When we were first introduced to the Viking back in late May, w
September 12, 2013
Racing
Can-Am 4x4 ATV Racers Win Five Morning Classes At 2013 Unadilla GNCC: Jarrod McClure earns XC1 ATV Pro Class Podium
Valcourt, Québec, - Can-Am 4x4 ATV racers won five classes at round 10 of the 2013 Amsoil Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series in New Berlin, NY
September 12, 2013
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German Army Awards Polaris Contract To Supply Military ATVs
Minneapolis, Minn. - Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII), the leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles, today announced the company was awarded a contract
September 12, 2013
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By Dustin Pancheri, For Dirt Toys Magazine
Test Ride: 2014 Yamaha YFZ 450R: Changes make a great sport quad even better
Assembled in the U.S.A. That's a point Yamaha continually emphasized as the company introduced us to the 2014 YFZ 450R. Of all the new features that Y
September 11, 2013
Powersport News
PSI Power: Continued Availability And Future Innovation
Ogden, UT - PSI Power, founded by Bruce Kahlhamer in 1973, was purchased by the owners of Kick Ass Powersports in April 2013, on the 40th anniversary
September 11, 2013
Racing
Team ITP Racers Win Seven Classes at Unadilla GNCC: McGill Fifth in XC1 Pro Class; Simmons Third Overall on Morning Podium
Ontario, California, September 9, 2013 - Team ITP ATV racers won seven classes at round 10 of the 2013 AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country series, whi
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Dave Halsey, NOHVCC contributing writer
Colorado BSA Council Adds Public Trails, Conservation Projects To ATV Program
Two years ago, ATVs parked in front of a Boy Scouts of America (BSA) office would have been frowned upon.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Kawaski Releases Specs for 2014 Teryx4, Teryx4 LE
Kawasaki has just released specs for the new 2014 Teryx4 and Teryx4 LE side-by-sides. Here’s what those vehicles have to offer.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Massimo Continues Growth
From its humble beginnings in 2009, Massimo Motor has grown into a reputable brand that is making waves in the UTV world. Massimo’s new 2013 body style includes an eight-inch wider stance, extended fender flares and Swamp Lite tires.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Product Review: Real Cookin' With Camp Chef
You can eat on your break during your ride or you can really eat.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Snowcobra Ski & Track System
The SnoCobra ski and track system from Every Season Products allows you to ride your dirt toy 365 days a year.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
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Spare Parts
Zbroz Racing’s ARS-FX max ground clearance lower front A-arms offer more clearance and strength for the Polaris XP 900.
September 10, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Travel
Another Great Day At The Dunes
Bluebird skies and temps in the 80s made for a near perfect day of riding at the St. Anthony Sand Dunes in eastern Idaho on the Fourth of July weekend.
September 10, 2013
Racing
ITP Pro Josh Creamer Wins Two Classes At NEATV-MX Round Nine: Reigning Champion Records Two 1-1 Moto Sweeps in Pennsylvania
Ontario, Calif. - Team ITP Pro Josh Creamer won both the Pro and Pro-Am classes at round nine of the New England ATV Motocross series in Pennsylvania.
September 10, 2013
Powersport News
Our Takeaways From The Recent Kawasaki Dealer Meeting
We just returned from the Kawasaki dealer meeting, held this year in San Diego, and looking back, here are some highlights and takeaways from the two-
September 09, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Powersport News
2013 Winter Showcase: Don't Fear Winter
We get it.
September 09, 2013
Racing
Can-Am DS 450 Racer Josh Creamer Wins Pro And Pro-Am Classes At NEATV-MX Round Nine: Hendershot Performance Earns AWRCS Round Six Win With Maverick 1000R X rs
Valcourt, Québec - BCS Performance/Can-Am DS 450 Pro Josh Creamer won both the Pro and Pro-Am classes at round nine of the 2013 New England ATV Motocr
September 09, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Maverick Fun Times Four: Maverick MAX Headlines Can-Am 2014 Lineup
If you read our review of Can-Am’s Maverick X rs in the August issue of Dirt Toys Magazine (“The Best Ever Can-Am Side-By-Side?”, page 14), you might remember that we were pretty darn impressed with that vehicle.
September 09, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Reviews
Mig Trailers
How many of you wish there was a better option to camping without having to use your everyday basic tent (un- less you are using an RV)? Well, there is another option.
September 09, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
The Year of Adventure: Tagging along on Kawi’s big rides
This is definitely the “Year of Adventure” for Kawasaki—and thanks to Kawasaki inviting us along for a couple of rides with somewhat unique twists.
September 09, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Tyrell Marchant
What Would You Do With $1,000?: We ask the experts for suggestions
If you read the last issue of Dirt Toys, you likely saw our story on what a couple of dealers recommended for adding to your ATV or side-by-side if you were to find yourself with an extra $1,000 in your bank account.
September 06, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Powersport News
A Breath of Fresh Air: Have you overlooked these air flow necessities?
My endurance is nothing compared to what it was years ago.
September 06, 2013
Powersport News
Kawasaki Unveils New Teryx: All-new SxS boasts more power, better handling, enhanced comfort and the longest warranty in its class
The all-new 2014 Kawasaki Teryx shatters the two-seat side by side mold with a new larger chassis, a significant overall power boost and premium Fox P
September 06, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
KYMCO Beefs Up UXV: SXS Gets 700 Engine
It was no big secret that KYMCO would be coming out with a more powerful side-by-side this year.
September 06, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Pioneer 700 Line-off Ceremony
We were invited to Honda of South Carolina’s historic Line-Off Ceremony where Honda introduced and rolled off the assembly line its newest side-by-side, the Pioneer 700.
September 05, 2013
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SxS Performance Grand Opening This Weekend
Join the folks at SxS Performance this Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of their Ontario, CA, super store and s
September 04, 2013|
Published in the June 2012 issue
Can-Am Stays On The Throttle For 2013
Expansion of Can-Am's exclusive Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) to much of its Commander side-by-side line and several of what Can-Am dubs "Next Generati
September 04, 2013|
Published in the June 2012 issue
New KC 8-Inch Round 35 Watt HID Lights
Now the brilliant lighting power of a 35 watt HID is available in a fully self-contained, easy-to-mount light.
September 04, 2013|
Published in the June 2012 issue
Vision Wheel Introduces First True All-Terrain ATV Tire
Vision Wheel has taken the ATV tire to a new level with the introduction of a tire that features the first asymmetrical tread design, which provides s
September 03, 2013|
Published in the September 2012 issue
Baja Designs 30-Inch Stealth LED Light Mounts
New Baja Designs A-Pillar mounts make for a perfect fit on the Polaris RZR 900 UTV.
September 03, 2013|
Published in the September 2012 issue
New Track Conversion System
Equipping your 4x4 vehicle with Mattracks provides an incredibly capable, four-track-drive, on/off road machine.
September 03, 2013|
Published in the June 2012 issue
New XUVs Provide Off-Road Performance, Comfort, Multi-Passenger Capability: John Deere expands its line-up of Gator Crossover Utility Vehicles
Now it's easier than ever to conquer tough terrain and bring your buddies and gear along for the ride. The new John Deere Gator Mid-Duty XUV 550 and 5
September 03, 2013|
Published in the September 2012 issue
OGIO Reveals Redesigned 2012 ATV Collection
OGIO, the innovative designer of bags with unique styling and intelligent design, has launched its new 2012 ATV Collection.
September 03, 2013|
Published in the September 2012 issue
Photo by Frank Hoppen
Product Review: Dressed to Ride: Fly Racing provides complete line
If you are riding out West, you better be prepared for any type of weather. And that preparation begins in the morning with how you dress and what you
September 03, 2013|
Published in the June 2012 issue
Ryan Harris
Rolled Cage: Long Walk Back
What is it about mud and four-wheelers that just spells trouble? And by trouble I mean long walks.
September 03, 2013
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By Caleb Warnock - Provo Daily Herald
With No Accidents, Lindon Greenlights ATVs
Lindon, UT - While passing a new law on the use of all-terrain vehicles within city limits, Lindon officials praised residents' safety record.
September 02, 2013
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BRP Produces Its 3 Millionth Ski-Doo Snowmobile: Exactly 40 years day-for-day after the first million
Valcourt, Québec - BRP produced yesterday its three millionth Ski-Doo snowmobile, the 2014 Ski-Doo Summit X E-Tec 800R model, in its Valcourt, Québec
September 02, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Kawasaki Releases Specs For 2014 Teryx4, Teryx4 LE
Kawasaki has just released specs for the new 2014 Teryx4 and Teryx4 LE side-by-sides.
September 02, 2013|
Published in the September 2013 issue
Pioneer Breaks New Ground For Honda: Comes in two models
If you thought the high performance y-side segment was getting a little or at the very least “filling then what are you thinking about utility-slash-recreation side-by-side after all the summer releases?
