2006 marked the beginning of IRS-equipped sport ATVs – thanks to the Polaris Outlaw 500. Aggressive, radical, and race-ready, this 4×4 not only chimed in Polaris’s trademark ingenuity but also became the blueprint for current competition quads. Given its significant role in ATV history, it would be interesting to know more about this legendary four-wheeler. …
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Among today’s premium collectible ATVs, the 1987 Honda FourTrax 250 (TRX250X) is known for its water-cooled power mill and design enhancements. Agile and oozing with sportiness, this 246-cm3 4×4 gave the Suzuki QuadRacer a run for its money – outperforming the said sport quad both on the road and in sales. But little did this …
Alaska is a fantastic place to ride off-road, from Jeeps to ATVs and dirt bikes, and to enjoy some amazing views in the national parks all over the state. While some parks don’t allow the use of ATVs (e.g. Denali National Park), there are so many miles of trails and trail adventures and tours to …
Highly regarded for its off-pavement performance and affordable price point, the Suzuki Vinson 500 surprised the entire off-roading community from the get-go. Due to its well-engineered overall design, plush suspension, and impressive low-end grunt, it was often compared to true open-class four-wheelers. Discover how the quad, referred to as “the little 500 that could,” won the hearts …
Coming from a highly-engineered line of Grizzlies, the Yamaha Grizzly 125 comes second to none. This four-wheeler may not be as massive as its 700-cc sibling. Nor is it regarded as the Workhorse of Utility Vehicles. But it does hold its own in a category where reliability, capability, and fun are all important. Learn more about …
Chinese-made quads such as the TaoTao 125cc ATV have hit it off with American consumers. Not only are these machines reasonably priced, but they are also excellent training quads for youngsters preparing for their next big bike. In this guide, you will learn what made this four-wheeler grow so popular. The TaoTao 125cc ATV is …
2011 saw the release of the dual-purpose Arctic Cat XC 450. Intended to replace the DVX 400, this mid-size machine targeted recreational riders and in-training aggro-drivers. Maintenance-free suspension bushings, large fuel capacity, and a sealed driveshaft are only some of the premium features that make the XC a primary choice for practicing on those big …
For Polaris, options are the name of the game. This is especially true with the Polaris Sportsman 550 – another installment from the highly-acclaimed Sportsman family of vehicles. With still four years to go before the Sportsman 500’s final production year, the American firm has already introduced the revamped 549-cc version to consumers. The Polaris …
Introduced in 1984, the Kawasaki Tecate was one of the best sport quads ever produced by an ATV manufacturer and the fastest 250-cm3 four-wheeler in stock form. Unknown to many, this quad was one of the very few machines that had both three-wheeled and four-wheeled versions. Discover one of the most underrated but brightest stars …
2009 definitely rings a bell for avid Polaris fans and racing enthusiasts. But for those who have just recently gotten into the groove of the off-roading community, let me loop you in really quick. The year 2009 was when racing legend Doug Eichner became champion in the Open Pro ITP QuadCross Series, besting his closest …