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SCENE IT: HIGHLIFTER QUADNA MUD NATIONALS

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ANOTHER HOT AND DRY SUMMER

ome of us tend to avoid riding in the dry hot summer months, until after it rains to knock the dust down and the numbers on the thermometer. No matter the weather, we are always riding. I was pleasantly surprised with a 3-day ride we had in late July with what could have been more of a dust storm than a ride. With the humidity making the temperature a balmy 46-Celsius, I figured there was sure to be a few nasty faces that felt like they were riding through the path of a hairdryer.

We loaded the buggies and 7 of us jumped into trucks, heading to Limerick Lake Lodge south of Bancroft, Ontario. It was obvious on the drive up that the area is in need of some rain. That being said, we couldn’t believe the quality and the diverse trails that came across. The dust was more than easy to work with; a few times we had to put a little more distance

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between vehicles. At times there was very little to no dirt in the wind at all. We had a fantastic place to stay, Limerick Lake Lodge, and there are a lot of places to enjoy lunch and relax for dinner in the area. By the end of the week none of us were ready to go, there was so much more to see. In the area of Limerick Lake there are many trails that makes this an incredible place to ride. You will have an opportunity to read about our stay and more about the trails in a future issue where we will feature an in-depth look at both the Lodge and Trails.

We’ve got another great issue here for you featuring Yamaha’s X2 Wolverine and Suzuki’s King Quad 750. All of the usual’s are back; How To, a Scene It from Highlifter’s Mud Nationals at Quadna Mountain Park, and much more.

We’ll see you out on the trails! - Rich

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01 POLARIS® INTRODUCES INDUSTRY-LEADING 2019 MODEL YEAR OFF-ROAD VEHICLE LINEUP Polaris Off-Road Vehicles introduced its allnew 2019 model year vehicles with significant upgrades and technology options across its RANGER®, RZR®, GENERAL® and Sportsman® lineups.

Polaris RANGER is the industry’s best-selling utility side-by-side 10 years running, and it continues to advance the technical offerings and upgrade options across the 2019 lineup.

For the first time, select 2019 RANGER XP® 1000 EPS models are available with RIDE COMMAND® technology as a factoryinstalled package and additional NorthStar Editions color options are available to choose from. The RANGER XP 1000 and RANGER CREW XP 1000 family also expanded to include the all new High Lifter® Edition and the 20th Anniversary Limited Edition.

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Polaris RZR, the world’s best-selling sports performance side-by-side lineup, introduced a completely refreshed Xtreme Performance line with aggressive styling and performance upgrades proliferated through the entire offering. For model year 2019, consumers can choose RIDE COMMAND, now available in all XP 1000 colors, or the new RZR XP 1000 DYNAMIX® vehicles, formerly only available on select turbo models. To round out the 2019 line, the industry’s best and broadest trail lineup received a power up, boosting the RZR S4 1000 — the only trail-ready recreational four-seater — to 100 horsepower.

Polaris GENERAL®,continues to grow its position as the No.1 best-selling sport utility vehicle. In addition to performance and technology upgrades, new colors and

graphics are available across the entire lineup. Consumers have more choice than ever with multiple colors available for the GENERAL Deluxe model and a limited edition Breakout Camo model.

Polaris Sportsman® continues to deliver the No. 1 best-selling automatic ATV in the industry with new colors on premium models and improved electric power steering on all EPS models. These improvements, along with the vehicle’s rider-inspired design and proven durability, allow consumers to ride harder, go further and do more. Sportsman is legendary tough.

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02 OCEAN CITY COMES OUT VICTORIOUS AMONGST AN EXPANDED FIELD AT FOURTH ANNUAL ELITE BEACH PATROL COMPETITION ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (JULY 17, 2018) – The Fourth Annual Red Bull Surf and Rescue

may have been cut short today because of thunderstorms, but the expanded field of Mid-Atlantic competitors were not short on intensity.

Fifty teams from New York to Virginia battled it out with athletic prowess for two rounds to crown a champion patrol of the Mid-Atlantic.

Ocean City Beach Patrol were the proud winners as they proved to have the speed, strength and skill to conquer the ever-increasing winds and waves to swim, sprint, and paddle the fastest. The victory solidified New Jersey’s dominance in Red Bull Surf + Rescue, securing a Jersey win every year since the competition’s inception.

The Ocean City patrol took home bragging rights as the strongest patrol and as such, were awarded a 2018 Polaris® GENERAL® 4 1000. This machine embodies the athletes and teams competing for it. With the hardworking heart of a RANGER® and the performance of a RZR®, this vehicle will enhance surf and rescue teams. They can now boost their beach coverage, and allow beach goers the added confidence to enjoy their adventure.

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BY EVOLUTION POWERSPORTS INVADES ST ANTHONY IDAHO AUGUST 30TH TO SEPTEMBER 2ND Spend the 2018 Labor Day holiday riding North America’s biggest and tallest sand dunes in ST Anthony Idaho, at the 2018 UTV Invasion Powered by Evolution Powersports. Now in its 5th year, the UTV Invasion has grown to one of the premier UTV events in the country, and it continues to get bigger.

Idaho Dunes RV will play host to the event, but you don’t have to stay there to attend. All activities are open for anyone to participate, and there’s plenty to keep you busy both on and off the sand.

Last year’s event saw attendees from all over the west coast, Midwest, and as far away as Florida make the trip to ST Anthony.

Many regulars have been coming since the first or second year, and make the event a part of their annual plans.

Back again are a host of regular events including the Wolf Designs Show ’n Shine, the UTV Teeter Totter and the Can-Am demo tour, as well as celebrity guided group rides where attendees can meet big names from around the industry. Last year’s event included NASCAR’s Gregg Biffle and motocross/supercross champion Damon Bradshaw.

The event kicks off Thursday August 30th, and will run through Sunday, September 2nd. Vendor space is limited and sells out every year, so companies are encouraged to contact UTV Invasion staff and reserve space ASAP. Event details and sponsor/vendor information is available online at www.UTVInvasion.com, and be sure to follow them on Facebook to catch regular updates leading up to the event. (www.Facebook.com/UTVInvasion)

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GOVERNMENT GETS SERIOUS ABOUT ATV TRAILS IN EASTERN ONTARIO ATV WORLD MAGAZINE WAS AT LIMERICK LAKE LODGE FOR THE RECENT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING TRAIL DEVELOP IN EASTERN ONTARIO. In attendance, (pictured left to right); David Gerow EOTA, Valerie Watt representing MP Mike Bossio, Paul Jenkins Mayor of the Town of Bancroft, Daryl Kramp MPP, Cindy Cassidy EOTA, Sharon Carson Reeve Township of Limerick, Erica Graham EOTA, Mike Douglas-Hecker Councillor Township of Limerick, and George Offshack Limerick Lake Lodge Owner. All were there to take part in the trail development announcement in the Eastern Ontario Trail Alliance (EOTA) and surrounding areas.

It was announced that the Federal Government invested $179,200 into the EOTA for further development of the trails. The funds were used to enhance and develop the shared use trails of the EOTA and the surrounding areas that the trails pass through. Based on the success the EOTA has had in creating a One Pass system for the shared use trails, it was then announced by the provincial government that a further plan has begun to include provincial funding to create a strategic business plan and action plan around the One Pass operation. We at ATV WORLD tip our helmets to all their hard work and the support that has been given to date, and will continue to go into shared use trails in Eastern Ontario.

A fantastic accomplishment, which ultimately helps the sport for everyone.

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ATV racing legend and Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicle racer Tim Farr won Sunday in horribly muddy conditions, while fellow Can-Am pilot Kyle Chaney earned the victory Saturday.

In all, Can-Am Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicle racers led the way in Show Me State, earning two class wins and tallying six total podium spots, once again showcasing the vehicle’s superior design, no matter the conditions. After two solid rounds and another podium finish, Can-Am driver Corry Weller left the track as the Turbo Production UTV class points leader.

Weller captured third place, just behind teammate and fellow Can-Am Maverick X3 pilot Paul O’Brien, who stormed back from outside the top five to earn second in his No. #711 Weller Racing / Specialty Coatings / Can-Am. That gave Can-Am a 1-2-3 podium finish at round four, and kept O’Brien in the class points lead at that point.

The Turbo UTV feature, delayed two hours due to weather, began in heavy rain, turning the already wet course into a short-course bog, so to speak. However, the Can-Am racers and Maverick X3 side-by-side vehicle were confident in their skills and vehicles in spite of the dismal conditions. Farr got out front early, using his driving expertise and the performance of his turbocharged CanAm side-by-side vehicle. Chaney waited until the white flag lap to make his passing attempts on the leader, but could not find his way to the front, as Farr took the win. Chaney earned the fastest lap award and his second podium of the weekend. Another CanAm racer, Kyle Hart, ended up third. Weller survived the muck as well, to capture fifth place which pushed her into the class points lead after five rounds of competition, a few points in front of O’Brien, who was sixth.

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HighLifter Quadna Mud Nationals If last years HighLifter Quadna Mud Nationals Scene It didn’t peak your interest than this year surely will! We went down once again to the Quadna Mountain Park in Hill City, Minnesota a few hours north of St-Paul, for the 2018 High Lifter Quadna Mud Nat’s, and what an event it was.

Once again HighLifter Quadna Mud Nationals provided the entertainment, trails, obstacle courses, and poker run for every ATV/UTV enthusiast. A 3-day event with endless possibilities; add this event to the calendar for next year. Great people, fantastic atmosphere, and all around powersports fun… Can’t wait to see what custom ATV’s & UTV’s will be at the event next year.

How can you be mad about a breakdown with this kind of setup?

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Just one of the eye-catching units driving around Quadna Mountain…

The white gold (snow) was saved and used on the obstacle course… No regrets.

It’s the American way! Lifted, Mud Tires, and the American Flag.

Not a care in the world, cruising….

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I think we heard him yell out, “GO BIG, OR GO HOME!” just before the corner…

Collard shirt, a hat, sunglass and not a spec of mud….

We where waiting for the tip over.

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Get your buggy detailed by the local boys. They said the money was going to their collage fund, we knew it was for beer!

The views where endless on top of Quadna Mountain.

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NEXT LEVEL OFF-ROADING

RIPSAW EV3-F4

‘Exhilarating’ is just one of many words to describe the feeling when you see the Ripsaw’s EV3-F4 extreme off-road vehicle.

A step up from the EV3-F1, the EV3-F4 is a four-seater with outstanding power to weight ratio with 112 inches of track on the ground. Think of your truck on steroids and this is what would come of it, a fully welded high strength tubular Exo-Skelton, high performance suspension, and options from 550hp to 1500hp that is designed to take you through all terrains and conditions.

Definitely standing on top in the extreme high speed off-road travel with speeds reaching 60mph and even comes with A/C, Heat, back up camera, and a 2 DIN GPS stereo.

SKYRUNNER

From riding on land to flying in the clouds, what more could you ask for?! The Sky Runner is an FAA certified special light-sport aircraft that can go from sand, dirt, snow, and than take off into the sky, this is something you would see in a James Bond movie!. Built out of a hybrid composite chassis that is reinforced with carbon fiber composites to give it durability, performance, high strength and lightweight.

Skyrunner designed the flight controls to simple with only two flight controls, left and right steering by toggles, and a pedal to climb or descend.

Reach a speed of 40 mph on the ground and 27knots in the air with an altitude of 2,000 feet AGL or 10,000ft MSL.

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QUADSKI XL

Why not have best of both worlds? Hit the waves for a few hours, and than head off to the trails for the remainder of the day with out having to switch machines. The Quadski XL is an amphibious vehicle that has a land and water speed of up to 45mph, the perfect cottage machine for the power sports enthusiast with seating for two. On land, the Quadski XL has a 4-stroke in-line 4-cylinder engine with 4 wheel disc brakes, independent coil springs/hydraulic dampers, and RWD. On water, it’s powered by a Gibbs jet drive that includes reverse and a Monocoque dual ski composite hull. You know everyone will be looking at you when you pull in off the water and head over to the restaurant parking lot!

ATV SHAMAN 8X8

This is one off-road machine that even the wife will want to drive.

Designed to be an amphibious cross-country do-all machine with 8x8 wheel drive system, independent suspension for each wheel, road clearance of 450mm, a thruster mode, crab mode, land speed of 70 km/h, and water speed of 5km/h. The Shaman can achieve cross-road geometry with a rollover angle of 47 deg, ramp slop of 45 deg, and ground curvature radius of 1700mm. Just think of the endless possibilities that you could take on with the ATV Shaman 8x8! Seating 8 people, YES you can even bring the In-laws, but we will leave that up to you.

SHERP

Wish you had a machine that could go further down the back roads, where no man has stepped before? The Sherp can take on adventure across the swamp, deep snow, and rough terrain, and because of its high buoyancy and unique low-pressure tubeless tires you’ll make to just about any destination. Driven by a diesel Kubota engine with a 5-speed manual transmission gives you the reliability and fuel efficiency when hitting the countryside, reaching speeds of 27.9mph and 3.7mph on water, this machine will blow your mind. Have no worries driving over obstacles like boulders, fallen trees, and other obstacles up to 70 cm high. The Sherp will surpass your expectations.

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Pro Set Up’s With CST Tire’s Beau Baron

Beau Baron is without a doubt, the winningest ATV rider on the West Coast, and it’s no accident. He’s super talented, trains like a madman, and knows what it takes to win races. He also seems to know a thing or two about setting up a wining quad.

We asked for the inside scoop on his WORCS Racing set-up, and this is what we got.

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An hour of off-road racing is a long time; a Precision Racing Products steering damper is the key to being able to turn it on in those final laps. It literally soaks up the abrupt hits that your forearms and upper body would otherwise be taking. There are many different steering dampers, but this one is the best!

An hour is also a long time to be hammering on a clutch.

The quick-adjust WORKS Connection clutch perch allows Beau to easily loosen up his clutch cable on the fly, avoiding slippage as it tightens during the race. They also feature Deleon bushings that allow it to slip under crash-impact versus breaking.

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Running the IMS dry-break breather hose in a loop around the steering stem will eliminate spillage from sloshing while the tank is full, and will also keep the fuel in the tank, should it find itself upside down. A little extra gas related fire insurance can also go a long way.

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Beau has been running Fasst Company’s Flexx Handlebar system since the beginning of his ATV career. The rubber elastomers soak up initial hits before your forearms, and we will take any help we can get when fighting arm pump in an hour long, off-road race.

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just about every realm of power sports, and aftermarket exhaust is the first and foremost, biggest bang for your buck performance upgrade when looking for HP. The UTV market is no different, and the tradeoff or breaking point is usually sound increase versus performance gain. HMF is known for making high quality exhaust systems that increase usable HP and sound great. We are all for getting every ounce of power out of our UTV’s but we also really enjoy conversing with our passengers at the same time. Contrary to what some might think, a Dual full system can actually be quieter than a standard single can type exhaust and it utilizes two muffled cans to quiet the same amount of spent exhaust gasses. The HMF Dual System looks really simple to install in the instruction sheet, but could use little hands on guidance (or encouragement) on a few hard to reach bolts and the heat shield removal.

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First off this is basically the same install as a RZR 900S or 1000S except that you can flip the General’s bed up out of the way. In hindsight even though we didn’t do it for this install, we would absolutely take it one step further by removing the bed completely as the first step. We smoked our head on it twice and it only takes a minute or two to remove it. If you have a helper to lift it with you, it only requires removing the two pivot bolts and unplugging the tail light connector.

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Remove the stock silencer by pulling the two bolts where it connects to the head pipe and the springs that hold it to the frame. Use vise grips or a pipe spring puller. You can also remove the two rubber mounts from the frame as they won’t be used with the HMF system.

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3 You will remove the top nut from the transmission mount as this is where the mounting plate for the dual muffler cans will bolt up on the install.

5 A couple of these bolts will require removal of the factory exhaust heat shield as it is in the way of any allen wrench combo that we could come up with. The heat shield is mounted with steel band clamps that you have to cut. We did it with side cutters, but a pair of tinsnips, metal shears, or a Dremel with a cut off blade will make it easier.

7 Install the new HMF head pipe with the new supplied gasket and the original mounting bolts. The bolts will be easier to install than they were to remove, be sure to start them all by hand as they are threading into your cylinder head.

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4 You will need to remove the 6 stock head pipe to cylinder head bolts to remove the head pipe. This will be a little more difficult than you might think. You will be able to get a few of them with a 6mm allen socket and short extension

6 Remove the stock head pipe, unplug the O2 sensor and the make sure to remove the OEM exhaust manifold gasket. Clean the cylinder head gasket mating surface removing any old gasket material

8 A few of the header bolts will still be difficult. You will want to bend the aluminum heat shield out of your way and use a small allen socket set up for a couple and use the long end of an “L” allen wrench to get the others.

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9 You will install the supplied bracket under the frame rail using supplied fender washers and bolts to pick up the mounting holes in the frame. On the General, the driver side will have a dimple here and you use two supplied 3/8” USS washers as a spacer to accommodate for the dimple. The rear top transmission mount nut will be reused to attach the bottom of bracket to frame.

11 Install the lower silencer onto its “S” bend head pipe, insure that it is level with the ground and the mounting bracket. Once in the proper position, install the mounting bolts and tighten properly.

For the ultimate in tuning and monitoring of your modified General, HMF recommends using the AFR+ Gen 4 fuel controller. It includes a larger 18mm wideband 02 sensor that will fit the HMF bung. The wideband 02 sensor and AFR gauge provide instant fuel trimming ability and feedback on your vehicles state of tune.

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10 Slide the upper and lower “S” bend mid pipes onto the header pipe collector. Make sure they are fully seated in place but can still rotate for adjustment.

12 Install the upper silencer onto it’s “S” bend mid-pipe. Adjust it until its level and even with the lower, then install and tighten it’s mounting bolts to the supplied bracket.

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We used a Gen 3 HMF Optimizer for programming, it plugs in line at the fuel injector plugs and uploads preset or adjustable fuel curves to account for the better flowing exhaust. It requires a 18mm to 12 mm bung adapter to utilize the smaller stock Polaris O2 sensor in the HMF head pipe bung.

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one time or another, we have all put the key in a vehicle ignition switch and when we turned it to start, either nothing happened, had the engine turn over very slow or only hear that dreaded click, click, click that happens when your battery is dead.

That very issue happened to me this spring when I went to move my trusty ATV. Even after recharging, I could tell that the 5 year old battery had seen better days. My first thought was to simply replace it with the status quo. After all, I had received 5 years of dependable service from the first battery. Then I thought; maybe there is something better out there, and there is.

First; a short lesson in the chemical production of electricity within a battery and why it works.

A vehicle battery will have two dissimilar metals in an electrolyte (acidic) solution. These can be very simple components. For example, take a piece of steel welding rod and a piece of bronze welding rod and stick them into an orange so they are not touching. Using your digital voltmeter on the 2 volt DC scale, measure the voltage between the steel and bronze welding rods. This can also be a costly annoyance. Most vehicle engines are made up of aluminum and iron. If you don’t change your vehicles antifreeze when you are supposed to, it will become acidic and your engine will become a battery and start eating away at the soft components.

A “wet or flooded cell” lead acid battery is also known as a galvanic device. That means the material inside the battery changes to another material and back again as the battery charges and discharges. The chemical composition inside a typical lead acid battery when fully charged the + plate or anode is Pb02 (lead dioxide), the – plate or 52

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cathode is Pb (lead) and the electrolyte is H2SO4 (sulphuric acid). When fully discharged (or dead) the plates both have changed to PbSO4 (lead sulphate) and the electrolyte is simply H2O or water. This occurs as electrons flow between the positive and negative plates outside the battery Ionic or atom flow occurs within the battery. Charging the battery reverses the flow of electrons outside the battery and therefore reverses the Ionic flow inside the battery making sure we have the energy we need to start the engine the next time we turn the key. Conventional lead acid batteries come in many variants and/or classifications.

The most common are regular flooded, Gel cell, Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) or Spiral Cell. These are tried and true, dependable power sources.

Battery technology over the last few years has really jumped leaps and bounds as they say. Not only are some battery designs stronger and last longer, they can be better for the environment. This new battery technology includes Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) and Lithium-ion (Li-ion). The type of battery we will be discussing is the Lithium-ion.

Li-ion batteries are similar to conventional batteries in that they have an anode (+) and a cathode (–) and use an electrolyte. Unlike conventional batteries, the chemical reaction within the battery is not galvanic and the electrolyte is a gel, salt or solid material. With no liquid electrolyte, Li-ion batteries are immune to leaking. Currently there are dozens of cell chemistries used to produce Li-ion batteries. The cost, (yes this will make you take a second and third look to ensure you read it right the first time) voltage, capacity, life cycle and safety characteristics of a lithium-ion battery can change dramatically based on the choice of materials used for the anode, cathode and electrolyte.

This diagram shows what is happening when the battery is charging.

When the charger or alternator forces the electrons back to the negative terminal it causes the Ions inside the battery cell to accumulate on the negative battery plates. To put into perspective what is happening, for each amp of current flow, approximately 6.2 billion billion electrons must flow per second.

So....why would you pay much more for this type of battery?

1) The power-to-weight ratio of these batteries. I could not believe how light this thing was. MX motorcycles are going to love this alternative. A lead acid battery is somewhere around 40 watts/hr/kg of weight where as a Li-ion is somewhere around 130 watts/hr/kg.

2) Li-ion batteries have higher cell voltages than their lead acid cousins. Conventional batteries have approximately 2.1 volts per cell where Li-ion run somewhere between 3.3 – 4.2 volts per cell up to 5 volts depending on the materials used in construction. This also means fewer cells are required to produce the 12 volt requirements of our vehicles.

3) Li-ion cells maintain a constant voltage over 80% of their discharge curve compared to conventional batteries which start to drop off dramatically at the 50% mark. This means that a smaller capacity battery could be used to supply your ATV’s needs.

4) Li-ion batteries are not really affected by temperature.

Their operating range is -50⁰C to 75⁰C. Cold slows down the chemical reaction in “flooded” conventional batteries but since there is no galvanic action occurring in Li-ion batteries there is no process to slow down.

5) Charging characteristics of Li-ion batteries are much more superior to other batteries. They recharge much quicker and have a very low self-discharge rate once charged.

6) Li-ion batteries have low internal resistance and can discharge their current 4 times faster when compared to lead-acid batteries. In addition, high discharge and charge rates do not wear out a Li-ion battery to the extent that charge and discharge cycle reduce the lifespan of other types of batteries. When compared to a conventional battery which can withstand 500-800 complete discharge

This cutaway shows how a conventional lead acid battery is assembled.

Each of the 6 cells produces 2.1 volts for a total of 12.6 volts. The cells are hooked together in series while the cell plates are arranged in parallel.

cycles the 1,200 of a Li-ion battery starts to shine. Add this to the fact that a Li-ion battery can last millions of microdischarge cycles. An example of micro-discharge cycle would be a draw of 10% of the batteries capacity. A leadacid battery depending on style would average 4500 cycles where the Li-ion is millions +.

One added down side to Li-ion batteries, besides the “are you kidding me” price is the chemical stability of these batteries. The highly reactive chemistry of a Li-ion cell not only requires but commands respect. Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions and maintenance procedures to the letter and you should have many years of service.

So.....I convinced myself and made my Outlander lighter and more environmentally friendly by becoming “lead free”.

Jumper cables are a necessary part of the tool kit you would have out on the trail with you. With a Lithium-Ion battery, your pride will stay intact as you will be the one most likely doing the boosting.

The latest craze in battery must haves. These “small” packs use lithium batteries to start vehicles. This one is capable of starting medium diesel engines. It truly is amazing what these small hand held devices can do.

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THE WOLVERINE X2 EPS

Clearly, the biggest news in Yamaha’s 2019 UTV lineup, the all-new Wolverine X2 gets a purpose-built, twin cylinder 847cc motor and a radically new chassis. Yamaha designed and developed this newest two seat platform to be the ultimate recreational UTV. A silent killer on the tightest, most technical of trails, and a formidable work partner in the field or on the job site. More power, more payload, and increased handling in a slightly smaller machine that is also noticeably quieter and overall, smoother to operate. On paper, this new machine is a great improvement on an already stellar performing trail UTV.

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THE NEW STUFF The twin cylinder engine is probably the biggest news; it claims 32% increase in HP and 47% more torque than the big bore, single found in the previous Wolverine. Yamaha went to great lengths to ensure this engine platform to be both ultra-quiet and ridiculously smooth. You will also notice that it’s virtually vibration free, due a counter-balanced design and vibration isolating, and minimizing rubber dampers. While this new ultraquiet, high-performance motor is a huge deal, Yamaha has made a whole slew of other improvements to the two-seat Wolverine as well. The newest crossover sport-utility workhorse is designed to be compact and nimble, excelling on the trail, yet ready to outwork the competition when it gets the chance.

One slight, but very important change is the X2’s overall size.

In a world of bigger, badder, better perception, the thought of reducing width, overall length, and suspension travel might seem like a step in the wrong direction. It’s not! Clearly designed to excel in the tighter, more heavily treed trail systems

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THE IMPROVED STABILITY AND LOWER CG MORE THAN MAKES UP FOR THE X2’S SLIGHTLY NARROWER TRACK WIDTH

like you might find on the East Coast, or even the Pacific Northwest, the new X2 is 1.6” narrower than the previous model. The 59” overall width is a welcome relief when looking for that line through the trees, or rocks. The 59” wide machine also really shines when it comes to transporting to and from the trail system, as the Wolverine X2 will fit comfortably in the bed of just about any long bed pickup truck. The X2’s turning radius has also shrunk by 4 inches from its 700 predecessor.

Slightly lower suspension travel numbers still more than adequately soak up the terrain, yet directly correlate with improved handling accuracy, stability and payload increase. The improved stability and lower CG more than makes up for the X2’s slightly narrower track width. The Wolverine X2 suspension is designed to provide stability and confidence, whether at speed, or loaded down in the field.

Smooth, quiet, and comfortable operation was Yamaha’s key focus on the Wolverine X2. Engineers cut no corners in designing a machine that can be driven all day without wearing on the driver and/or passenger. This starts with the ultra-smooth suspension and steering, and finished with building a machine so quiet that you can hold a conversation with your passenger. We don’t mean yelling at them, we’re talking an actual human conversation while driving. No screaming over the exhaust note, or engine noise. Ultra-quiet operation was achieved with a counterbalanced engine that features an isolation and vibration minimizing design. Rubber damping kills the rattles and vibration buzz, while an extremely quiet muffler design brings the exhaust note to almost nothing.

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drive time The ATV WORLD crew got a solid week behind the wheel of Yamaha’s newest UTV model, the Wolverine X2. We spent the middle of July touring hundreds of miles of trails in Northern, Ontario.

The scenery was amazing and the trails ranged from gravel roads in shaded forests, to muddy wetlands, and even up into a volcanic rock area. We drove the base model X2 with steel wheels and lower end preload adjustable shocks. The special edition R-Spec model comes with aluminum wheels and very high quality KYB’s that are fully adjustable, and offer even more resistance to bottoming and fade. The R-Spec shocks would probably

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be a welcome upgrade on more aggressive terrain, but for the tourism type riding we did, our base model suspension worked flawlessly.

The suspension set-up is extremely stable and confidence inspiring, as it stays nice and flat in the higher speed turns. The X2 shocks are plush enough to soak up the small chatter bumps, but still have enough bottoming resistance for the bigger bumps and g-outs that sneak up along the trail. You can definitely find the bottom of these shocks on a severe g-out, but it still stayed square and controlled. Obstacles like this were also extremely rare on the trails we rode. We spent the majority of

ACCELERATION WAS ANOTHER AREA THAT DIDN’T SEEM TO CARE IF WE WERE PACKING AN EXTRA HUNDRED POUNDS OR NOT.

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our time in the X2 toting a decent sized, fairly heavy ice chest, supply bag and my camera bag. The additional weight was nowhere near its capacity, but still substantial for most UTVs. The additional payload made virtually no difference in the handling, as we would pull it out for most of the photo opportunities, and you really couldn’t even tell.

Acceleration was another area that didn’t seem to care if we were packing an extra hundred pounds or not. The way it comes from Yamaha, the X2 is not a fast UTV, but it’s very torquey and plenty quick. Truth be told, Yamaha has a speed cutout that limits you at just about 52 mph or 83-83 kph. We found ourselves leaning on the edge of it a handful of times, but we were also driving on a handful of wide open, flat dirt roads. That said, this is a trail machine that thrives on tough, technical terrain. In its intended element, 84 kph is plenty fast, and you would have a hard time even seeing the 70 range for any period of time. The 850cc X2 has plenty of HP to blast up the tougher hill climbs, but it is just as happy slowly and comfortably crawling up difficult terrain. Where many UTVs need the momentum to conquer a climb, the Wolverine will impress with controllable, smooth, bottom end power and traction that will impress in any terrain type.

The Wolverine’s ability to crawl along efficiently was really impressive, and a big part of it is in the clutching. Yamaha has truly had CVT type clutching dialed in from the beginning, and yet they still continue to tweak and tune to make it better with each new model release. Yamaha’s Ultramatic CVT clutch uses both a type of wet clutch and a belt system for incredibly efficient clutching that has always been flat out reliable.

Losing CVT belts has never been a Yamaha trait, and it won’t be with the Wolverine either. The Ultramatic CVT feeds a steady stream of power to the ground with selectable two wheel drive, a limited slip 4wd, or even the option of full diff lock. You can conquer most any trail obstacle in limited

slip 4wd, but extreme rock crawling is incredibly easier and more controlled with the advantages of a true diff lock like the Yamaha has.

The Speed Key is another cool power delivery factor with the Wolverine X2. The removable speed key is designed to cut the x2’s maximum speed to 25 mph for employees, job sites, or even new drivers.

Turn the key one way for full speed access, or turn it the other way and remove it for limited. What’s extra cool about the Yamaha system is that it still allows maximum power for hill climbs or trailer pulling, etc., whereas many other models cut the performance, or limit RPM with the speed limiter.

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LEGENDARY YAMAHA FIT, FINISH, & DURABILITY Yamaha is well known for building machines with high quality parts and materials.

Yamaha ATVs and UTVs have always gone above and beyond in areas like fit and finish, as well as downright durability, and the Wolverine X2 is a prime example of this. While every manufacturer has their ups and downs, it’s the little details that stand out with a Yamaha. Things like quality door latches that are easy to operate, but won’t fly open on you going down the trail. High quality plastic that will gouge upon impact versus cracking or splitting is another Yamaha trait that we can really stand behind. Yamaha engineers have also designed the front plastic fascia with a steep transition to improve line of sight and trail visibility. Things like this really add up in a finished product that exudes quality and ingenuity.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Overall, the X2 is going to be a great trail/utility UTV. It’s extremely comfortable, quiet and easy to drive. Our base model was great for the trails we drove, and will be great machine. Would we spend the extra money on the R-Spec? For the extra 1000 bucks, absolutely! The R-Spec shock upgrade will make an even better sport machine, and we always appreciate the addition of an accessory roof.

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SPECS: 2019 YAMAHA WOLVERINE X2 ENGINE/TRANSMISSION Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 8-valve, DOHC 4-stroke Inline twin Displacement: 847cc Bore x stroke: 82mm x 80.2mm (x2) Compression ratio: 10.5:1 Horsepower: 69 Lubrication system: Dry sump Additional cooling: 7 Blade ring fan Induction: Throttle bodies 36mm Mikuni EFI (x2) Ignition: TCI Starting/back-up: Electric/none Starting procedure: Turn ignition switch Air filter: Type: Paper pleat tool-less access Transmission: Yamaha Ultramatic CVT w/On Command (2wd, 4wd limited slip, 4wd diff-lock Drive system: Selectable 2WD/4WD w/ diff lock Final drives: Shafts DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES/WEIGHTS Fuel capacity: 35 liters (7.7 gals) Wheelbase: 210 cm (82.7”) Overall length/width/height: 292 cm / 150 cm / 190 cm (122”/62.2”/77.2”) Ground clearance: 28 cm (11”) Claimed wet weight: 699 kg (1541 lbs.)

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Suzuki Canada just recently released

the intel on what they describe as the “ALL-NEW KingQuad 750 and 500”. Known as the inventor of the 4-wheeled ATV, Suzuki has produced a handful of impressive new models over the last few decades, but has been pretty quiet lately. The KingQuad is Suzuki’s OG flagship 4x4; it got a little more motor and electronic power steering about ten years ago, and then a facelift in 2015.

With the industry focusing most of its attention to the side by side market, we were more than excited to see Suzuki sticking to their ATV roots with a redesigned ATV.

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you listen to the forum boards, you might hear a lot of consumers looking for a bigger bore, monster king quad to compete with the likes of the Commander or Sportsman 1000’s. They are insanely fast and powerful, but is that really what you’re looking for in a KingQuad? We don’t think it really is, and apparently Suzuki didn’t either. The new flagship KingQuad still features the same tried and true 722cc DOHC, 4-valve engine that is tuned to deliver low to midrange torque, yet still create plenty of power at higher RPM. This “All-NEW” 750 KingQuad might have the same tried and true motor, but

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it has proven to be a workhorse, and has always been fast enough to put a smile on your face while trail riding. What this same old “750” did get was completely revamped clutching that helps increase its towing capacity by 33%. Yes, the new KingQuad can safely tow an unheard of 600kg, which is 1/3 more weight than last year. Who really needs a UTV when you can tow 1300 pounds around the jobsite with the convenience of an ATV? While these motors appear identical, they have actually made a few minor but important internal upgrades. Durability has been further increased in both the

SUZUKI MADE A HANDFUL OF CHANGES TO THE FRONT END TO IMPROVE HANDLING.

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750 and the 500 power plant with the addition of a piston oil jet to the crankcases.

This jet increases lubrication and lowers operating temperatures by spraying motor oil directly on the underside of the piston.

The new KingQuad also gets a 20% larger oil pump to increase oil pressure and flow. The cam profiles have been revised and the ignition system has also been updated to create smoother and more useable low end torque.

The same Suzuki Quadmatic, CV style fully automatic transmission is used in the 19’ KingQuads, but engineers have changed it to improve engine braking and low end torque. This new clutching allows the KingQuad to rev higher during engine deceleration, and build the additional torque necessary to handle a 600 kg trailer.

The KingQuad’s “all new” frame has been designed with thicker wall, main frame tubing and heavier duty, reinforced suspension mounting points. The new frame is stronger, more durable, and way more rigid than the previous KingQuad’s design. Along with the heavier duty frame and improved low end power, Suzuki also updated the “plate hitch” design to a real, (automotive type) two inch square hitch that can more than handle the 600 kg towing capacity. Rack capacity has also been increased, as the KingQuad is now capable of hauling an impressive 30 kg on the front and 60 kg on the rear.

Suzuki made a handful of changes to the front end to improve handling. We’ve always felt the KingQuad steering was little twitchy or unstable in the past, especially at speed.

The EPS equipped models were definitely better, but still not great in this aspect. The newest EPS system is said to have 40% more output, and is still speed sensitive, getting stiffer at higher riding speeds. The

steering geometry is said to be modified for more understeer, and the handlebars are taller. The new shocks feature larger bodies, and are said to have a better damping ratio with increased valving.

While bigger diameter and gas charged, they are still non-reservoir shocks that are only pre-load adjustable.

The final and most noticeable changes were made to the aesthetics of the KingQuad, as it got a complete facelift. The new bodywork looks a lot more aggressive and modern. The original front fascia headlights are slightly thinner and they brought back the handlebar mounted third headlight. This third headlight turns with the handlebars for optimal vision while turning. It can also be shut off separately from the other two, should you be carrying a load on your front rack. The LCD instrument panel has also been updated with programmable service reminder capabilities and better visibility. Out back, the KingQuad gets a new LED tail light that is much brighter and more durable than the previous halogen unit.

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WHAT DO WE THINK? First off, at first glance the “All New” KingQuad looks a whole lot like last year’s model with an additional headlight and fresh looking new bodywork. There’s no monster 850 or 1000cc motor upgrade, but it doesn’t really seem to need it. We spent a week riding the freshly updated 750AXi, and it seems to offer plenty of power for both work and play.

The 750AXi is definitely quick enough to keep you on your toes, but also smooth enough that it doesn’t wear you out. Acceleration is fast enough to be entertaining, but not the ‘set you back in the seat’ hit that you get from the bigger bore machines. It does seem to have enough on tap to lift the front end for log crossings or rocks when needed. Top end cruising was a similar story; the big 750 single is comfortable cruising along at a good pace, but it’s not quite as thrilling as the high revving v-twins like the Brute Force or Can-Am. We found the seating and standing riding position to be comfortable for both slow trails and more aggressive riding.

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seat height in relation to the floor boards is also ideal for comfortably transitioning from seating to standing and back. The handlebars are taller than on previous models for more room, but still have a slightly awkward bend, (or sweep) that takes a little getting used to.

The latest EPS calibrations seem to be better than last year’s, but still lacks in steering assistance at low speeds, and is little twitchy or unpredictable in the rough at higher speeds. The KingQuad could use a little more assistance at slower speeds, but really handles pretty well for slow to intermediate type trail riding. The suspension is super plush and comfortable for the touring type riding we were doing. For this type of riding and definitely for working applications, you will have no complaints as to the handling, steering, etc. If you are a more aggressive type 4x4 quad rider that spends more time with the throttle matted than not, then this is probably not the machine for you. When ridden overly aggressive, you will quickly find that the suspension is too soft, especially in the rear. When pushing hard, the KingQuad will bottom, even with the compression cranked up.

THE KINGQUAD 750AXI HAS ALWAYS BEEN A SUPER DURABLE AND RELIABLE ATV THAT WILL LAST FOREVER, EVEN WHEN ABUSED.

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WHAT’S IT NEED? First off, maxing out the preload on all four corners will give you a cost free improvement. It will better resist bottoming and also seems to steer better. If it were ours, the first thing we would purchase is new tires. The aluminum wheels were great, but the 2-ply Carlisle tires just don’t cut it. We know OEMs tend to lean toward the lightest tire possible for an increased performance feel, but they just flex too much. You can feel the sidewalls roll while cornering, and we’re sure it will handle better and be more resistant to flats with a slightly heavier tire.

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THIS WAS HONESTLY A NEAR PERFECT MACHINE FOR THE ENTIRE ONTARIO TRAIL SYSTEM THAT WE RODE.

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FINAL THOUGHTS The KingQuad 750AXi has always been a super durable and reliable ATV that will last forever, even when abused.

We have always been big fans, just not when looking for over the top, aggressive riding. This was honestly a near perfect machine for the entire Ontario Trail System that we rode. The newest version has many improvements, and every one of them is a valid improvement. The steering improvement probably the least noticeable, but is still an improvement over last year. The increased payload will be a huge selling point for the working, hunting, or camping crowd, as we’re talking near UTV type capacities.

We also really appreciate Suzuki keeping the ATV alive, with the constant barrage of new UTV models we almost forgot how much fun it is to get out and ride an ATV. While this is not the best choice for the ultra-aggressive rider, it will be the perfect option for so many into destination tourism, AG, Hunting, and general off-roading realm. Suzuki didn’t bring the monster bore “All New” machine that some people wanted, but instead, updated and improved upon a great machine that has already proven itself in the field and on the trail.

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SPECS: 2019 SUZUKI KINGQUAD 750AXi, 750ZXi Power Steering ENGINE/TRANSMISSION Engine type….Liquid-cooled, 4 Stroke, DOHC Single Cyl. Displacement….722cc Bore X Stroke…..104mm X 85mm Compression Ratio….9.9:1 Lubrication…Wet Sump Horsepower…49.5hp Carburetion…..Suzuki Fuel Injection (EFI) 42mm Throttle body Ignition Type…Electronic Ignition (Transistorized) Starting….Electric Push-Button Charging System….Three-Phase A.C. Transmission….Automatic w/ CVT (v-belt) L-NH-R Drive System….2WD, 4WD, 4WD w/diff. lock Electric Handlebar mounted switch Front Diff… Electric Diff. Lock DIMENSIONS/CAPACITIES/WEIGHTS Fuel Capacity….17.5L (4.6 gallon) Wheelbase….1285 mm (50.6 inches) Overall length/width/height…2115/1215/1285 mm (83.3/47.8/50.6) (inches) Seat Height….920 mm (36.2 inches) Ground Clearance…260 mm (10.2 inches) Claimed Curb Weight… 329 kg (725 lbs.)

Front/Rear Rack Capacity….30 / 60 kg (66 lbs. / 132 lbs.)

Towing Capacity….450 kg (1300 lbs.).

ROLLING CHASSIS Suspension/wheel travel Front…Independent, double wishbone, 170.5 mm (6.7”s of travel) Rear….Independent, double wishbone, 195 mm (7.7”s of travel) Brakes: Front…Twin hydraulic disc, 200mm Rear…Sealed, oil-bathed multi-disc Tires: Front….AT25x8-12 Carlisle AT489 Rear….AT25x10-12 Carlisle AT489 Wheels… Aluminum DETAILS DC Outlet…Auto Style Lighting: Front…12V 35/35W (HS1) fender-mounted, 12V 35W x1 handlebar-mounted Rear….LED Power Steering… EPS as tested Instrumentation….Digital Gauge pack with programmable service reminders Colors… Solid Mat Sword Black, Metallic Matte Colorado Bronze, True Timber XD3; Terra Green, Flame Red, Solid Special White Warranty….12 months unlimited mileage limited warranty Pricing …. $11,599 red without EPS, $12,499 as tested with EPS www.suzuki.ca

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SCORE OF THE MONTH

Your Winch Just Got Smarter Than You The New WARN AXON 45RC Winch Company: WARN

ATV World was invited down to the WARN factory for the unveiling of the all new WARN AXON™ and WARN VRX™ line up of powersports winches. While at the event, we had the honor of taking first place in the poker run which SCORED us a brand new AXON 45RC. 30 years in the making, the new lineup that WARN Industries launched was created specifically for the ATV and Side X Side market, and brings new levels of technology not seen before in a Winch. The VRX™ line up was developed with cost in mind by creating a premium product 70

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The New VRX™ and AXON™ are IP68 rated, and can literally operate while submerged in water

without the premium price and the AXON™ which is the flagship of the lineup that merges smart technology and reliability.

First off, WARN took waterproofing as a serious requirement to the new lineup, and was able to construct both the VRX™ and the AXON™ with an IP68 rating, (see side bar for complete explanation) which in short says that they can literally operate while submerged in water. Then on the AXON™, which is the flagship of the new lineup, they added even more technology that makes the winch smarter than you.

At the heart of the innovation is what Warn calls the Motactor™. This piece of technology is a combination of their powerful motor, and a first-of-its-kind digital contactor, all built into one single unit. By combining the two main parts of a powersports winch, not only does it increase performance, but drastically reduces install time. We witnessed a real-life install at the event that saw a regular dealer technician install the winch in 22 minutes flat - from opening of the box to a fully operational winch.

AXON™ also offers an industry first, digital control that provides instant feedback to the user. Built directly in to the winch, the control center monitors and reports back (by a colour changing LED light found on the rocker switch and remote handle) on critical aspects like low voltage sensing, load sensing and and safe motor operating temperature. The AXON™ is so smart it will notify the user if the voltage on your battery drops below a level that could cause damage to your stator, alternator or battery. It will also sense your load rigging, and should the load start to get close to the limit, the control will flash from green to yellow to orange. Once you exceed the load limit, the control will flash red and the winch will stop operating until you re-rig and reduce the load. Finally, the AXON™ senses Temperature.

One of the worst things you can do to a winch is run it to the point of overheating. Things go bad, and overheating greatly reduces the lifespan of a good winch. The control center, with its built-in sensor, monitors the operating temperature, and before it overheats to critical levels, the LED will flash RED and will shut the winch down until the temperature drops back down to safe levels.

For the Score of the Month, we chose to go with the AXON™ 45RC, which was specifically designed with the space constraints of a sport Side X Side. The 45RC has a short drum configuration that is a narrower footprint, but still offers an impressive 4500lb. pulling capacity. This winch is perfect for the buggy we chose to

Real-Life install of the new AXON™ - Yup that is 22minutes FLAT

install it on so stay tuned, as that will be coming up in another issue of ATV World Magazine.

For the complete line up and all the different sizes available from the WARN VRX™ and WARN AXON™ lineup, head over to www.warn.com

What is IP68 Sealing?

• IP stands for “Ingress Protection” • First numeric digit stands for dust protection • Dust protection rating scale: 3 is items smaller than 2.5mm, 4 is items smaller than 1mm, 5 means dust cannot ingress in any significant way, 6 is “no ingress of dust” • Second numeric digit stands for liquid ingress protection • Liquid ingress rating scale: 4 is splashing water, 5 is water jet, 6 is powerful water jet, 7 is immersion up to 1m depth, 8 is immersion with additional conditions specific to the manufacturer (i.e. function under water)

Sleek new design of the AXON™ line up

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Keep stylish, keep cool, and keep riding through the scorching days with the Motorfist Ranger Jersey. Purchase details at www.motorfist.com

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The C.A.S.I ATV Youth Rider Training Course, sponsored by TEXTRON / Arctic Cat, Kawartha ATV Association and ATV World Magazine, is being offered FREE at the 31st Annual Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show, this October 19-21, 2018

This is open to youths from 12 to 17 years of age who are interested in receiving their ATV safety certificate. The course is available on both Saturday and Sunday of the show. TEXTRON Off Road will be Sponsoring this feature training session by supplying the ATV’s that will be used during the training sessions.

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Extra protection never hurt anyone, especially when it comes to your newly purchased side-by-side, and Kimpex has the added protection you’re looking for. Kimpex Nerf Bars are kicked out 7” enhancing protection of the side and rear wheel of your side-by-side. Constructed out of 1 ½” steel tubing, strong stud/dowel, and powder coated black for a sharp look. Check out Kimpex’s Nerf Bars at www.kimpex.com.

Love the sound of an aftermarket exhaust, but not sure what brand to attach to your buggy? HMF Performance or Titan Series exhaust gives you the bark and performance you need out of your exhaust system.

Aesthetics finally meets utility and performance, HMF’s Blackout Edition gives your exhaust a blackout head pipe, inlet, and end cap while also giving a high temperature ceramic coating for added impact strength and resistance to abrasion, corrosion, and chemicals.

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Time to spice it up and add a sporty addition to your side by side…. Kimpex has the Rear Net Sport Style, which is a large mesh net that’s easily installed on the rear cage of your side by side. The Rear Net Sport Style is secured by velcro straps and made out of high strength and durable polyester fibers. Available for a variety of side by side models, head over to www.kimpex.com today and purchase the Kimpex Rear Net Sport Style!

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It can happen at the worst times, but the East Lake Axle group has everything you will need when it does happen. East Lake Axle have heavy-duty axles that are an OEM replacement with a fully assembled inboard/outboard cv joints and neoprene boots. You can choose between individual axles or a wheel bearing set for the front or rear of your machine. Find the right axle for your machine today at www.eastlakeaxles.com…Don’t dare leave the machine in the garage on a sunny weekend because of a broken axle!

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Helmet

Still haven’t decided on which new helmet to purchase this season? With an overall weight of just 1000grams, the Alpha helmet from Motorfist is one of the lightest helmets ever made because of its 30% smaller and lighter profile. Motorfist design the Alpha helmet for ideal comfort and safety, with its low-density EPS foam for greater impact absorption and with its aggressive look to reduce neck fatigue. The Alpha helmet even has a camera/light mount for perfect filming or night riding. Further details and information on the Alpha helmet at www.motorfist.com

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XP Belts

Get superior performance out of your machine with Ultimax XP Belts by Timken. Ultimax’s XP belt is designed for modern high performance vehicles and is backed by a 3-year warranty. The XP Belt is designed to provide better consistency and great resistance to cracking because of its high temperature rubber compound. Ultimax belts has a formulated rubber compound that is engineered for added strength, reliability, and extreme performance that is found in no other ATV/UTV belt, which is why they stand out from all the rest. If it can handle the brutality from top race machines than it can handle what you put it through on the trails. Further details on Ultimax XP Belts by Timken at www.ultimaxbelts.com

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Maxilla Plus Need a more aggressive lug to go through the muddy trails or just like the aggressive look? Check out Maxxis Maxilla Plus tire that features a more aggressive tread design, giving you deeper lugs, special cone knob that helps expel mud, and longer pitches for increased performance and traction while riding on the swampy terrain. To find the right tire size for your ATV or UTV head over to www.maxxis.com.

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Who doesn’t need a helping hand from time to time, especially on the muddy days… or when your good buddy decides to cross that swampy creek? Make towing easy with TigerTail’s high quality UTV/ATV retractable 12-foot towrope, with a break strength of 12,000 lbs.

TigerTail mounts to your hitch for easy installation, with no wires or electrical parts, its retractable design provides a quick, easy, and clean use for towing out your fellow rider.

TigerTail is designed with a fully sealed and lubricated mechanism that has been tested over 14,000 cycles. Purchase your TigerTail today at www.tigertail.us

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FAIR September 14th-16th, 2018 Farmer's Olympics, Arena Exhibits, Western, Heavy Horses, Dairy, Sheep, Rabbit, Poultry Show, Baby Show, Inter-generational Mac & Cheese Cook Off, Children's Pet Show, Mini Farmer's Olympics, Pedal Tractors and more.

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Sept.14-16 2018 225 McLeod St. Parkhill Ont www.parkhillfallfair.com Everyone welcome to our 160th fall fair Special guests appearance by Paw patrol, Exhibits,midway,children’s tents with lots of free activities, country jamboree,exotic animals,pony rides,classic wrestling,baseball tournament ,demolition derby, Bryan Bicknell Duo,Dance to Tasty Newz Sat night Lots to see and do all weekend “Pioneer days to modern ways 160 years later” Something for everyone in Parkhill

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Barker’s Performance isn’t your run-of-the-mill exhaust company, they focus on three core principles: Quality, Durability, and Performance! We recently sat down with Dave Nugent, Owner of Barker’s Performance, to discuss a little Last Turn talk.

Last ATV/UTV ride I took?

Just this last weekend I rode a customers Raptor 250 into our trailer to install an exhaust for him. The week before was a Maverick X3 doing some testing of our new pipe.

Last thing I questioned putting into my mouth?

A Frito Scoop that my two year old brought me.

Last band I listened to on my radio?

No idea the name but some new pop bands that my kids demand we have on the radio!!

Last thing you raced?

My Honda CRF450 last weekend!! It was a blast, usually I’m not racing but sending kids off the line on the mini track but my son now moved up to the big track so I entered a class!

Last time you pulled an all nighter?

Wow, it’s actually been a long time!! Probably more than 10 years ago and my memory is pretty fuzzy that far back.

Lasting off-road memory?

When I was really young and I’d take my little sister for rides on the back of my little dirt bike (Yamaha MX100). I always thought it was funny to hit the driveway crossing and shoot her way up in the air only to come down with the bike not there.

Looking back, I’m glad she never got hurt, but that’s probably why she’s one tough cookie now. lol!

Last Idea/concept or new product that you said hell yeah?

When I saw that Yamaha released the YZ 65 this year!

Last thing you read?

Book on little league coaching, trying to keep the kids in line and focused!

Last person or animal you hugged?

My next little racer! My 2 year old son who is an absolute blast.

Last time you drove over 100mph?

Unfortunately my truck limits out at 100mph so I’d have to go back a few years when I took my buddies Suzuki Bandit 1200 and took it just over 150mph.

Last thing you would possibly eat that is lurking in your shop fridge?

The unknown tupperware container that nobody wants to touch or open to even see what’s in there.

Last thing you saw or heard that made you think WTF? When my kids started learning cursive handwriting in 2nd and 3rd grade. It was 5th grade for us back then!

Last project you worked on that you were truly excited about?

The new pipe we built for the Maverick X3 Turbo. I’m really excited to launch it, as I don’t think there is one out there quite like this one. The sound is amazing and with that machine being like a blow torch it was not easy to get an exhaust system to survive that abuse.

Last near death experience?

Probably when I went 150 on that motorcycle…

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Last thing your mother always told you to do?

“Come over here, so I can slap you!!”

Last time you were injured?

When I broke my thumb racing my 450 at the track 3 years ago.

I fell going up the finish line hill, whiskey throttled my bike right into the Flag Guys stand! My body then rolled over the finish line jump which had an entire crowd standing right there since it was a Team Relay Race and the entire line of bikes was right there.

I quickly got back on my bike and finished the next lap while the announcer was giving me style points for the crash. Two weeks later when I finally went into the doctor, I found out it was broken.

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Last time you laughed so hard you nearly wet your pants?

Probably when my wife and I saw the movie Step Brothers for the very first time.

Last words of advice?

Be nice to people, strive to not be negative, enjoy life and your family!

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