November 30, 2018
Powersport News
BRP Reports Fiscal Year 2019 Third Quarter Results
Valcourt, Quebec, November 30, 2018 – BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ: DOOO) reported its financial results for the three- and nine-month periods ended Oct. 31, 2018. All financial information is in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. The complete financia
November 30, 2018
Powersport News
Forest Officials Seek Public Input On Watershed Restoration, Recreation Proposal
Hebo, OR – Officials from the Hebo Ranger District of the Siuslaw National Forest are seeking public input on an initial proposal to restore and improve ecological conditions in the Sand Lake watershed, north of Pacific City, while expanding opportunities
November 29, 2018
Powersport News
Kawasaki Donates More Than $300,000 In Product Support To MMI Education Efforts
Foothill Ranch, Calif. -- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., announces its support of Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) education efforts that will include a donation of 36 Kawasaki products, including motorcycles, ATVs, side-by-sides and personal watercra
November 29, 2018
Powersport News
Loki Box Design, BRP Earn Prestigious Gold MarCom Award For Can-Am Maverick X3 Desert Experience
Valcourt, Quebec – In the Self Promotion Category, Loki Box Design and BRP took Gold for the remarkable event installation as part of the Can-Am Southwest US Tour, which highlighted the features, benefits and off-road functionality of the Maverick X3 fami
November 29, 2018
New Products, Powersport News
Dynojet Wideband CX
The Wideband CX is a plug-and-play kit with no extra cables for power, ground and signal that plugs into the vehicle’s diagnostic port and seamlessly integrates AFR data from the included wideband O2 sensor(s) with the OEM databus.
November 28, 2018
Powersport News
First ARGO Aurora XTVs Roll Off Production Line, Into Dealerships: All-new model reflects wish list of Argo owners from around the world
New Hamburg, ON — The first 2019 ARGO Aurora 800 8x8s began rolling off the assembly line in New Hamburg, ON, in November, 2018, setting into motion a bold new direction in amphibious vehicle performance from a company that’s pushed the boundaries in off-
November 27, 2018
Feature
Honda Unveils All-New Talon 1000X, Talon 1000R: Two models herald manufacturer’s highly anticipated sport side-by-side debut
First Impressions
Having not even driven the new Honda Talon even one inch, it might be a bit presumpsutious to offer some first impressions but there are three things that really stand out in just looking at the new Honda sport side-by-side.
November 26, 2018
Powersport News
Top Three Youth ATVs For 2018 Holiday Season: Yamaha adds more options, sizes for young riders during the holidays
Marietta, Ga. – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, introduced the all-new Grizzly 90 this year, adding to its line of premier starter ATVs that would make an unforgettable holiday gift for entry-level riders. The Grizzly 90 is a confidence-inspiring recreational yo
November 26, 2018
Powersport News
Motorized Access Extended On Forest Service Roads No. 203, No. 213, Forest Service Trail No. 800
The Bighorn National Forest, working with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, has temporarily extended motorized access on Forest Service Roads No. 203 and No. 213 and Forest Service Trail No. 800 until noon on Monday, Dec. 3, 2018.
November 22, 2018
New Products
Discoverer AT3 Family Of Tires
Discoverer AT34S
The new Cooper Discoverer AT34S all-terrain, all-season tires give you the power and flexibility to do more and help you to be equipped for safety on the road. For weekend road trips, workday hauling and everything in between, you’ll be
November 21, 2018
Feature, New Products, Reviews
Steve Janes
Can You Hear Me Now?: TheCom PH Radio System
Dirt Toys Magazine product testing The Com radio system for UTVs. This is an intercom system with features that will allow you to communicate with not only your passenger, but with other riders. It also will work through your cell phone and allow you to l
November 21, 2018
Racing
Can-Am Goes ALL IN With Elite Maverick X3 Side-by-Side Vehicle Teams At 2019 Dakar Rally
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada – Can-Am announced a new Monster Energy/Can-Am racing team that will compete in the 2019 Dakar Rally. The three-racer squad features American Casey Currie, reigning Dakar champion Reinaldo Varela and racer Gerard Farrés.
November 21, 2018
Racing
Polaris RZR Factory Racing Team Captures Multiple Wins At 51st SCORE Baja 1000: Wayne Matlock becomes first ever UTV racer to win the overall SCORE Series Championship
Minneapolis – Polaris RZR factory racing team is victorious after securing podiums in all three Pro UTV classes of the world’s most prestigious desert race, the 51st SCORE Baja 1000. Polaris athletes dominated the 806.76-mile race and earned the Pro UTV F
November 20, 2018
New Products
Lucas Oil Penetrating Oil Aerosol: A Penetrant That Does Not Dry Out
Corona, CA – Lucas Oil’s mission to create the most comprehensive line of petroleum based products for automotive, industrial and home uses was expanded with the announcement of Lucas Oil Penetrating Oil Aerosol. The new product can be used on nuts, bolts
November 20, 2018
Powersport News
Yamaha XTReme Terrain Challenge Conquers Loretta Lynn Ranch: YXZ, Wolverine fans REALize Their Adventure at Yamaha’s all-new off-roading festival
Kennesaw, Ga. – The Yamaha XTReme Terrain Challenge (XTR Challenge) presented by Yamalube took over Loretta Lynn Ranch this past weekend as Yamaha YXZ1000R and Wolverine SxS fans, family and friends converged for a weekend of outdoor adventures and festiv
November 20, 2018
Powersport News
Polaris Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant To Improve Ride the Wilds System
Colebrook, N.H. — Six local organizations are linking arms for the first time to bring change to the North Country trail system, Ride the Wilds, while raising industry standards for motorsport riding nationally. Funding the project, The Polaris Foundation
November 19, 2018
Powersport News
Lube-Tech Opens Industry-Leading Engine Testing Facility: Lube-Tech announces launch of new state-of-the-art facility, Test-Tech, making a mark as one of the industry’s best-kept secrets for OEM private label
Golden Valley, MN – For more than 20 years Lube-Tech has offered engine testing and fluid validation services to its customers. These capabilities differentiate Lube-Tech as a leader in the lubricant industry by expanding the product and service value the
November 19, 2018
Powersport News
USDA Forest Service Announces Public Meetings On Greater Sage-Grouse Plan Amendments
Ogden, Utah – The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) will hold four public meetings in Idaho regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for its Sage-Grouse Plan Amendments.
November 15, 2018
New Products
Moose Utility UTV Spare Belt Mount
Moose Utility Division introduces the spare belt mount.
November 14, 2018
Powersport News
Tucker Powersports Adds Greg Blackwell in New Sales, Marketing Role: MAG continues its focus on hiring powersports, aftermarket experts
Irving, Texas – Tucker Powersports announced the hiring of Greg Blackwell to the new position of Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Blackwell adds 30 years of powersports experience with industry leaders, such as KTM North America, Lemans Corpo
November 13, 2018
New Products
Bring On The Snow: Apache Backcountry Track Kit offers a no compromise winter riding solution for Can-Am ATV, side-by-side vehicle owners
Winter can mean different things to different Can-Am owners, depending on where they live. For those in the desert Southwest of the United States, it means sand dune season and more riding. But for those owners in the northern climates, it is typically ch
November 13, 2018
Powersport News
Polaris RANGER, Football Great Joe Thomas Hunt With Wounded Veterans To Raise Awareness, Funding For LEEK Hunting & Mountain Preserve: With the support of the RANGER Country Heroes Hunt, LEEK aims to raise $100,000 for the expansion of the facility’s lodge to provide more housing, rec
Minneapolis – Polaris RANGER, football great and avid hunter Joe Thomas and a group of wounded and disabled veterans participated in a hunt to raise awareness and funding for LEEK Hunting & Mountain Preserve. Committed to the recovery of our nation’s vete
November 12, 2018
Powersport News
Jensen Beeler, Asphalt & News
Yamaha Is Moving Its USA Headquarters Out Of California
On Wednesday, we told you about Yamaha’s struggling sales in the US market for its large displacement machines, with several bikes from several categories showing lackluster results over the last 12 months. We told this story first, because it frames a se
November 12, 2018
Powersport News
Need Help With An OHV-Related Issue? NOHVCC’s Issue Area Representatives Can Help
At its annual conference in Grand Rapids earlier this year, NOHVCC announced a restructuring of its partner system. NOHVCC teams have been replaced by an Issue Area Representative (IAR) structure.
November 10, 2018
Racing
Polaris RZR Factory Racing Sweeps First Place At WORCS SxS World Finals: Ronnie Anderson, RJ Anderson, Jessy Nelson among eight factory RZR drivers to take home first place wins resulting in multiple podium championship tit
Minneapolis – This past weekend Polaris RZR factory racing team captured eight first-place titles in the final race of the WORCS race series in Primm, NV. Racing in the RZR RS1 and RZR XP Turbo S, Ronnie Anderson, RJ Anderson and Jessy Nelson dominated th
November 10, 2018
New Products
Rhino Rollers Secondary Clutch Rollers
GBoost Technology has developed a new secondary clutch roller to replace Polaris driven clutch square pucks and tied rollers. There are two sizes available.
November 09, 2018
Powersport News
BFGoodrich Tires Collaborates With Tire Stickers For Exclusive Tire Customization Technology
Greenville, SC — BFGoodrich Tires and Tire Stickers, a specialist in tire customization, have teamed up to launch exclusive tire decal technology on five BFGoodrich tire lines.
November 09, 2018
Racing
Yamaha YXZ1000R Sweeps Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Series In Arizona: Yamaha to recognize new, repeat victors at annual Wall of Champions Event in December
Marietta, Ga. – Yamaha Racing’s bLU cRU racers continue the YXZ1000R reign, sweeping both rounds in the Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Series (LORORS) Arizona Production 1000 class, along with the overall point standings over the weekend, further proving the
November 07, 2018
New Products
Rokform Unveils Aluminum Pro-Series UTV Mount
Irvine, Calif. - To address the needs of one of the most popular and fastest-growing segments of the powersports industry, Rokform has unveiled its all-new aluminum Pro-Series UTV Mount.
November 06, 2018
Powersport News
NOHVCC
Pictures Needed For BLM Top OHV Areas Website
As a continuation of the strong existing partnership between the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and NOHVCC, the two organizations have been working cooperatively to develop a website that features the best OHV recreation areas managed by the BLM.
November 05, 2018
Racing
Yamaha Celebrates 2018 Championships At GNCC Ironman Finale: Yamaha donates $3,200 to Breast Cancer Awareness as part of annual GNCC fundraising
Marietta, Ga. – Yamaha Racing celebrated the success of bLU cRU racers Walker Fowler and Traci Pickens as they officially claimed their respective championships and topped the podium once more at the final 2018 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series r
November 02, 2018
Powersport News
Polaris Acquires Minority Interest In FLW, Forms New Strategic Partnership
Minneapolis – Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, and Polaris Industries Inc., the leading global powersports manufacturer, announced a strategic partnership that will extend and expand the outdoor brands’
November 02, 2018
Powersport News
What’s More Festive For The Holidays Than Can-Am Wrapping Paper?
You know you’re a true disciple of dirt when you use Can-Am wrapping paper to wrap presents for Christmas this year.
November 01, 2018
Racing
ITP Racers Earn Four Top 10 Finishes At BITD Laughlin Desert Classic
Franklin, Tenn. -- ITP off-road racer Justin Lambert earned a solid runner-up finish at the Best In The Desert Laughlin Desert Classic, while the ITP-sponsored Murray Racing Team notched a fourth place finish racing on the all-new eight-ply ITP Coyote tir
