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Rough Day at the Office The Polaris crew out making the Dynamic 4 look like a million bucks.

Driver: Nolan Knochenmus Photographer: Polaris Location: Dumont Sand Dunes, Baker CA

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atvworldmag.com President & Publisher: Richard Kehoe

Editorial Director: Pat Bourgeois Editor: Nick Nelson Copy Editor: Rick Bloye atvworldmag.com Art Director: Darryl Aspin Production Manager: Tendra Crossman General Manager: Michael Blakoe Advertising Sales: 1-888-661-7469 Sr. Manager Sales & Marketing: Matt Clark WARNING: The Polaris Sportsman® can be hazardous to operate and is not intended for on-road use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to operate. Passengers must be at least 12 years old. Drivers and passengers should always wear helmets, eye protection, and seat belts. Always use cab nets or doors (as equipped). Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. All drivers should take a safety training course. Call 800-342-3764 for additional information. Check local laws before riding on trails. ©2017 Polaris Industries Inc.

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LOCKED AND LOADED ROB HARVEY, BIG GAME HUNTER

When it comes to big game, bagging a trophy is long, hard work.

So we designed a Defender to be as doggedly persistent as hunters like Rob Harvey in pursuit of their prize. Accessorized with a heavy-duty power tilt-bed and a removable winch mount, it’ll be ready when you are.

©2017 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®, ™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of BRP or its affiliates. In the U.S.A., products are distributed by BRP US Inc. BRP reserves the right, at any time, to discontinue or change specifications, prices, designs, features, models or equipment without incurring obligation. Some models depicted may include optional equipment. Read the BRP side-by-side Operator’s Guide and watch the Safety DVD before driving. Fasten lateral net and seat belt at all times. Operator must be at least 16 years old.

Passenger must be at least 12 years old and able to hold handgrips and plant feet while seated against the backrest. ATVs and SxS are for off-road use only; never ride on paved surfaces or public roads. For your safety reason, the operator and passenger must wear a helmet, eye protection and other protective clothing. Always remember that riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. Never engage in stunt driving. Avoid excessive speed and be particularly careful on difficult terrain. Always ride responsibly and safely.

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WHEN WINTER HITS, WE’LL BE READY!

Pushing Snow Early!

is ast fall t e u s in t e office ad an idea of custo i in a General and getting it gearing up for the winter.

Located along the crisp edge of lake Simcoe, we are sure of one thing, we will get a cold winter. So why not have an offroad weapon ready to take on winter?

I lo e t e sno t at oes it out sa in and alon it the fun and adventure, comes the freezing temperatures, something Marlon (Brandon) and the Bear (Logan) were planning ahead for. en at a lance ou could see t e end lan. It as en they began removing tires and doors that we started to get a

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little anxious. You have to agree with their thought, but what a task! After the tires were replaced with a Commander Track kit and a urtis a enclosure a eater it and a stereo I as ore t an i ressed. s a atter of fact I e een o in around the neighborhood, enjoying the ride for the last few ee s. ric is a reat and relia le in an. i l ut t is is a badass ride and it really stands out, not just to enthusiasts, ut e er one so ric and I ad a last dri in around t e office trac aturall a lo it asn t far e ind ic I t in is one of the best accessories the guys put on my machine. Anytime I can do one ore t in it a side side si n e u onestl it ustifies t e urc ase of t is e icle all inter lon and o ouldn t ant to lo t eir dri e a li e t is. o e t e lo ust a es sense and little lo in udd couldn t have been more excited. The General is making a lot of child and dad e ories t is ear. e e een fortunate enou to a e reci ed so e of t e ite stuff ere and t ere so e e already been pushing it. e season is still oun ut e re o in t at it s oin to ea i no ear ne t in is for sure our dri e a and t e ar in lot at t e office are oin to e t e cleanest in t e area. It s a lot of or ein a lo o erator and a dad ut so far t is season I loo for ard to eac ti e I see sno in t e forecast. ntil ne t ti e e ll e atc in t e eat er et or waiting to get back into the General to plow. on t for et to isit t e otorc cle P t is anuar at t e International enter in oronto ran e County Choppers, Paul Sr. and Mikey will be on site, signing autographs and showcasing some of their amazing custom built i es. e ll e t ere and o e to see ou too

Ready To Plow!

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Go places others can’t with the all new, ARGO 2018 ATVs and amphibious XTVs. Discover new places to ride. Find a dealer near you at argoxtv.com. GO ANYWHERE. © 2017 ARGO XTV and ATV. Riders must wear an approved helmet, eye protection, protective clothing and when operating in water always wear a personal floatation device. Use handholds and stay completely inside the vehicle. Never engage in stunt driving. Along with concerned conservationists everywhere, ARGO® urges you to respect public and private lands. Ride only on designated areas or trails. Preserve your future riding opportunities by showing respect for the environment, local laws and the rights of others when riding.

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news 01 RED BULL GLOBAL RALLYCROSS AND POLARIS LAUNCH EXCLUSIVE MULTI-YEAR SIDE-BY-SIDE RACING CATEGORY

Red Bull Global Rallycross and Polaris will introduce a new racing series under the Red Bull GRC banner for the 2018 season. The multi-year partnership will bring to the series a brand new racing category with the Polaris RZR® side-bysides, expanding the existing Red Bull GRC competition landscape that currently includes the Supercar and GRC Lites classes.

The side-by-side competition will be the third Red Bull GRC racing category to ta e to t e trac in . oinin t e a s i u ercar class t at launc ed it t e series ince tion in and t e ites dri er de elo ent class t at de uted in t e side side co etition ser es as a ne and e i le entr point to Red Bull GRC. “This partnership brings together two thrill-seeking brands, synonymous with blazing their own trails,” said Matt Boone, marketing manager for Polaris RZR and . e side side co etition is t e erfect o ortunit to s o case a vehicle that is built for power and precision, and will add a new adrenalinepumping experience for Red Bull GRC fans.”

More details about the racing vehicles will be made available in January 2018.

Prospective race teams and drivers with interest in learning more about the USACsanctioned category can contact info@redbullglobalrallycross.com.

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WANT TO WIN A TRIP TO GO SLEDDING?

Polaris Snowmobiles and On Snow Magazine have teamed up with the Ontario Algoma Region, to put together an all-inclusive, 4 day/3 night Sweepstakes that will take the winner and co anion sno o ilin t is inter in ntario s premier adventure sledding destination.

The winners will be riding the new 2018 Polaris sno o iles e ui ed it t e ne I COMMAND(TM) technology, available exclusively from Polaris.

Polaris Ride Command technology is truly next level stuff. The mapping, smart phone a lication and Polaris Interacti e i ital is la found on select models all work together to truly enhance the riding experience and make paper maps a thing of the past. Polaris Ride Command revolutionizes your riding experience by connecting you with your personal device, your sled and it ot er riders. ou don t e en need to ride a Polaris to use the technology. The App is available on the Apple App Store, and you can also get it on Google Play.

If ou are interested in c ec in out t is technology and want to explore a “bucket list” destination this winter, head over to www. osmmag.com/command and learn how to enter.

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THE NEW 2018 F-150

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EXPLORE THE NEW 2018 F-150. FORD.CA/UNDISPUTED Vehicle may be shown with optional features. When properly equipped. Maximum torque with available 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine conguration. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation. ^When properly congured. Maximum payloads with available 5.0L V8 engine conguration. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation. †When properly congured. Maximum towing with available 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine conguration. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation. ‡Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs (3856 kg) versus 2017 and 2018 Competitors. 2018 F-150 4x2 equipped with the 2.7L V6 EcoBoost® and 6-speed SelectShift® automatic transmission, estimated fuel consumption ratings are 11.9L/100-km city, 9.0L/100-km hwy, 10.6L/100-km combined, based on Government of Canada-approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary. ©2017 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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YAMAHA YXZ1000R DOMINATES IN ARIZONA LUCAS OIL REGIONAL OFF-ROAD SERIES

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YXZ TAKES BACK-TO-BACK LORORS AZ CHAMPIONSHIPS IN JUST SECOND FULL YEAR OF RACING a a a otor or . s pure sport Side-by-Side (SxS) swept the Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Racing Series (LORORS) at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, ri ona. c dri ers do inated t e field t rou out t e season ca turin first second and t ird o erall in t e series final oints standin s.

In addition to nettin t e championship, Corry Weller earned a a as c onus for t e series ilotin er ra onfire acin eller acin a a a . oundin out t e odiu it t eir s ere Paul rien and ill unns earnin second and third place, respectively, in the series. Yamaha ATV and SxS racers across t e countr ill a e earned o er in c a ions i onuses t rou a a as bLU cRU program, securing more Yamaha

titles across bLU cRU-supported series than any other manufacturer.

“Proven Off-Road and Assembled in t e a a as as exponentially grown in popularity within the Lucas Oil regional and national series, establishing itself as the dominate shortcourse racing vehicle,” said Donnie Luce, a a as ateur ff oad Coordinator. “This year, the majority of the series racers co eted in s includin t e to t ree finis ers for t e season furt er ro in t e e icle s un atc ed erfor ance and dura ilit . er one at Yamaha would like to congratulate Corry, Paul, Will, and all of our bLU cRU racers for a great season.” e ri ona re ional finale ar ed t e cul ination of a a a s ATV and SxS bLU cRU-supported races

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this season. To view more information on a a as c ro ra includin all guidelines and requirements, visit www.

YamahabLUcRU.com.

All Yamaha ATV, SxS, and motorcycle titleholders for 2017 will be honored later this month at the annual Yamaha Wall of Champions event, in recognition of their exceptional racing performance. The cere on ill include a tour of a a a s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newnan, Ga., where all Yamaha SxS and full-size ATVs are built for worldwide distribution.

Follow Yamaha online at www.Facebook. com/YamahaMotorUSA, www.Twitter.com/ a a a otor and .Insta ra . com/YamahaMotorUSA #Yamaha a a a acin c #ProvenOffRoad

PAUL TEUTUL SR. AND MIKEY COMING TO MOTORCYCLE SUPERSHOW

As if you needed a reason to attend the biggest motorcycle s o in anada ut e re i in ou one an a . is ear s i s o at t e International entre anuar ill feature special guests Paul Teutul Sr. and his son Mikey.

Unless you have spent the past two decades living under a rock, you know Paul is the head man in charge at the world-famous Orange County Choppers (OCC), the shop that the highly successful American Chopper television series was built around. For more information on appearance times and to purchase advance discount tickets visit www.motorcyclesupershow.ca

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JOHN DEERE GATOR™ XUV MODELS RECOGNIZED WITH 2018 AE50 AWARD GATOR UTILITY VEHICLES HONORED WITH ENGINEERING AWARD FOR INNOVATION & EXCELLENCE

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological n ineers reco ni es t e ator and ator fro o n eere it t e ard for . e a ard i li ts t e ear s most innovative designs in product engineering in the food and agriculture industry, as chosen by a panel of international engineering experts.

Introduced in t e ne utilit e icles are designed for customers who need all-day comfort with off-road terrain capability in all seasons. The gaso ered P I tt s .deere.co en ator utilit e icles crosso er ators ator and diesel o ered P I tt s .deere. com/en/gator-utility-vehicles/crossover-gators/” Gator offer a uiet ca t ree ide seatin and exceptional heating and air conditioning to maximize productivity and comfort.

According to Tim Ulschmid, project engineer for Gator tilit e icles t e and co ine versatility, durability and comfort into a machine that can increase productivity in all weather conditions.

“When designing the new Gator utility vehicles, customer comfort was top of mind,” Ulschmid explains. e and ro ide a le roo for three-across seating and offer our quietest and most comfortable cab with heating and cooling for yearround weather protection.”

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CAN-AM 06 MAVERICK X3 RACER PHIL BLURTON CAPTURES BEST IN THE DESERT UTV PRODUCTION TURBO CLASS CHAMPIONSHIP Phil Blurton piloted his Can-Am / o i it a eric ur o R side-by-side vehicle to the UTV Pro Production Turbo class championship this past weekend at the Best in the Desert Pahrump u et in e ada. It as t e first I c a ions i for ot Blurton and factory Can-Am, and the third major championship won a racer of a a eric ur o R vehicle in 2017.

“This was a historic and gamechanging championship for both Can-Am and for driver Phil Blurton,” stated Jeff Leclerc, Team Leader, Can-Am race department. “Not only did e acco lis t e difficult tas of earnin t e co eted I title in his rookie season, but he also earned an its first e er est In The Desert championship. We have established great momentum this ear it our an a eric platform, having won at least three off road c a ions i s and don t plan to lift our foot off the pedal.” it a solid fourt lace finis at the Pahrump Nugget 250, Blurton and co-pilot Beau Judge,

secured t e I Pro Production championship with their No. 944 No Limit RD-prepped an a eric ur o vehicle. Blurton, who earlier this season posted back-to-back wins at the prestigious UTV World Championship and the Vegas-toReno rounds, carried a 16-point advantage heading into the final round of t e season. e tea s to fi e finis in ti e of . a e t e a nice oint cus ion after t e final round and t eir first I c a ions i . an a eric ur o racers also won The Off-Road Championship (TORC) UTV Turbo Class championship (Kyle Chaney), t e International Pro orced Induction title arc Burnett). For more information about Can-Am off-road products, the family of championship-winning an a eric side side vehicles and the Can-Am racing ro ra isit t e e site ere tt s can a . r .co off road

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07 WILDERNESS EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER COURSE

08 MARC BURNETT & CAN AM WIN 2017 SCORE CHAMPIONSHIP

Be prepared for anything you might encounter in the re ote ilds. et er on a fis in tri in ontana or at Brimstone riding your favorite ATV/UTV, this class will prepare you for action in the wilderness! Join Roane State Community College and the Great Smoky Mountain Institute at re ont for a ilderness er enc edical Responder Course January 14th – January 21st, 2018 for an intensive week of real world wilderness scenarios and ni ts around t e ca fire.

Come prepared for a full schedule! This curriculum meets ennessee standards and national standards for er enc edical es onder trainin ile focusin on the special situations that may develop in the wilderness.

Participants will be eligible for the national registry and the Tennessee State testing upon completion of the program.

Meals and dorm accommodations at Great Smoky ountains Institute at re ont are included in t e fee.

Tremont is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Nestled beside the Middle Prong of the Little River.

Tremont provides the perfect opportunity to retreat, study and enjoy nature with the convenience of an onsite dorm.

Meals are served family style in the dining hall.

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arc urnett as first runner u finis in second lace in t e an eli e . e finis ed all t e a ac in t elft at t e a a and on t e first annual i uana esert allen e in e te er.

They went into the Baja 1000 just needing a top ten position to secure the co eted a ions i ut t at ould ro e to e ore difficult t an e er i a ined. fter ulti le ec anical disasters a fire and nearl ours in t e car arc ould cross t e finis line in t at e er i ortant t lace. ent lace it t e a ed u s innin ould e e actl enou oints to tie for t e a ions i . arc s ne er i e u attitude and determination prevailed as the tie breaker came down to o erall est finis es t rou out t e season.

Congrats to Marc and the Team on a hard fought season and a welldeserved Championship!

09 POLARIS SERVES UP ULTIMATE DIRT LOVER STOCKING STUFFER WITH ACE 150

Just in time for the holiday season, Polaris announced the introduction of a sin le seater ri t si ed for ids. I a ine t is u stuffed under the tree on Christmas morning. Designed for kids 10-years of age and older, t e s allest in t e i features electronic fuel in ection and four s eed limiting modes, so you can control just how much hammer junior applies.

Other features include fully functioning suspension with ample travel and round clearance ad usta le seat and tilt steerin for a ro er fit. e co es in t o ersions a ase odel and re iu riced ersion with is blinged-out with color matched components.

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We designed the world’s • Smoothest engaging • Best backshifting • Best accelerating • Overall performance increasing clutch calibration kits for Polaris UTVs.

RESULT, WE HAD TO BUILD A BETTER BELT THAN WHAT WAS AVAILABLE. INTRODUCING THE STRONGEST, HIGHEST QUALITY DRIVE BELT YOU CAN BUY:

GBOOST severe-duty and extreme-duty UTV drive belts WHAT MAKES OUR BELTS THE BEST AVAILABLE? • The latest rubber compound technology.

• Aramid fiber—highest tensile strength available.

• Designed by Glenn Erlandson, CVT Clutching Guru.

Available from UTV/ATV dealers nationwide, or GBoost Technology.

For more information, call 218.454.4584 or visit www.GBoostTechnology.com

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TEXTRON OFFVORE ADRENALINE ROAD CHARGES COMPOUND FORWARD WITH ANNOUNCES POLARIS NEW LINE OF PARTNERSHIP ELECTRIC OFFAND LAUNCH OF ALLROAD VEHICLES Since the Textron acquisition of Arctic Cat this NEW UTV EXPERIENCES past spring, there has been plenty of rumors and

drenaline o ound announced t at it as artnered it Polaris and t e tea to create t e all ne ro ra at t e drenaline o ound. o et er it Polaris no i es isitors in one of t e orld s ost i rant touris cities an entirel ne a to experience Las Vegas while behind the wheel of a RZR®.

Ranging from introductory experiences for guests with little or no off-road experience, all the way up to full pre-run and racing programs. (Racing programs are slated for Spring 2018.) The all-new UTV program will be able to accommodate small groups and large corporate events. Guests will get behind the wheel and navigate the rugged desert terrain, natural rock formations, sand washes and technical trails for an amazing off-road ad enture ran in fro ours u to all da tours. as an e erience for everyone. e all ne eet of Polaris P and P tur o units are outfitted with all factory backed aftermarket parts and accessories which feature RZR Ride Command and GPS tracking, race-ready suspension, and automatic transmission. The units also feature radio-equipped communication between units and Bluetooth enabled helmets, giving guides and guests constant communication.

Polaris is er e cited to artner it t eir rofessionalis and understanding of providing a world class experience for their customers a e t is artners i a in in for an one t at as a c ance to isit . said rai canlon ief etail and ar in fficer. are reat ambassadors for our brand. ocated inutes fro t e as e as stri t e drenaline Compound will operate the UTV program from their 100+ acre off-road motorsports playground, which also includes other driving experiences.

Guests can also choose from off-road trucks, a stadium short course, drift skid-pad and a large network of off-road trails in the surrounding desert. is t e onl sanctioned tour o erator in t e e as area it access to t e iconic I course and trail net or .

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speculation regarding the future of the Arctic Cat brand. As the summer months turned to fall, some clarity started to take shape. The Arctic Cat badge would remain for snowmobiles, but Textron Off-Road would be the new calling card for the off-road line-up, which would combine existing Arctic Cat vehicles and Bad Boy models (the former brand name for e tron s off road e icles . it t e dust finall settling and the model mix coming into focus for 2018, our attention turned to what the future may hold in terms of all-new models? ile e li el on t see an real fruits of t is ne relations i for so e ti e t e first ints at at is likely to be a more aggressive off-road approach, landed upon our desks a week ago. The new Prowler is t e first u to arri e fro e tron ff oad as part of their new premium electric vehicle line.

Available in two models, both feature a 73volt power system which touts six heavy-duty 12-volt batteries.

Top speed is just under 25mph, with a top speed of 16mph in the max-range mode. The standard model touts a solid-axle, leaf-spring suspension, and the “i.s.” version features an independent MacPherson strut system (but with no mention of available travel).

Other features include four-wheel hydraulic brakes, a convertible rear facing bench seat (think golf cart here kids), and a towing capacity of 1,000-pounds, with a 400-pound payload to match. Both models are available in black or camo. The release from Textron gave no mention of when these vehicles would be available in dealerships.

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JAGGED X & POLARIS RZR DOMINATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY BAJA 1000

Brandon Schueler, Mitch Guthrie, and Brandon Parks dominated the UTVs at t is ear s . e a ed tea raced t eir factor ac ed Polaris ur o it ires eels ision li tin and al er ans sus ension to a co andin in. s illen led t e first iles it a ed close e ind s a in t e lead once eac direction in t e its. s ould suffer a ec anical ile t e a ed o s ut to et er a a less race leadin it all t e a to t e c ec ers in a Pa . e in and resultin finis es fro t e ot er tea s led to a tie it arc urnett for t e championship points. The overall UTV Championship hung in the air for a few ee s ut t e ere e entuall dee ed nd core s tie rea in olic .

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The biggest party in the dunes was in Glamis, CA. again this past October. Camp RZR So Cal. has built a reputation as the place to be on Halloween Weekend, especially for Side by Side owners. With attendance from all around the world, Polaris puts on this amazing get together annually, and best of all, it’s completely free to anyone who wants to come enjoy the festivities. This year marked the ten year anniversary of the highly successful RZR, and Polaris decided to give back in the way of giving away 10 Polaris RZR Turbos.

The Polaris party starts Friday morning, while many get in and get the pregame started on Thursday. The village is 10-6 Friday and 9-6 on Saturday.

The Polaris Experience Tour is on hand with Dymamix Turbo demo rides all day, both days.

The kid’s zone is popping with excited children, playing games, trick or treating, and winning prizes. There are also scheduled RZR Reward drawings going on throughout both days. Saturday night is the grand finale, with a giveaway show including live band RZRaoke “Karaoke”, and then Polaris giving away a quarter million dollars’ worth of (10) RZR Turbos. The party closes out with the best Fireworks show we’ve ever seen from a UTV.

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The annual Camp RZR Show & Shine is like a massive UTV car show, followed by the biggest group ride of the weekend, through the dunes.

The Kid’s Zone RZR Power Wheels course was a good time for all the little tykes.

There were definitely some Badass RZRs on display, but the best part was seeing what looked like a trailer queen, ripping it up in the dunes later that weekend.

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This awesome fireworks show capped off the ten RZR giveaway, and one hell of a weekend.

Bring your helmet and your family to experience the most capable offroad machine on the planet, at no charge!

The Polaris Experience tour included a complete run down of the latest features and functions by experienced Polaris personnel.

The Polaris Experience Tour gave real deal, guided test drives though dunes in the latest vehicles that Polaris has to offer.

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RJ Anderson’s latest RZR build looked incredible, and he was putting it to the test all weekend.

Still going at it! Branden Sims and Mitch Guthrie Jr. must not have gotten in enough battling at last week’s BITD race.

Seth Quintero was clearly not afraid to launch his race car over anything in its path.

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Mitch Guthrie waiting patiently while his buddy drops into one heck of a downhill.

Don’t try this at home kids….These are trained professionals… lol

The Merrel Brothers and the WolfPack four seater were sending it all weekend long.

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scene it TISAPS The 30th Annual Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show

YouTube sensation Larry Enticer was at the show in the STV and OSM booth, showing off his Denim and Yamaha Enticer collection. He even took a lap around the 120-race track for the screaming fans!

Heath Frisby, Brody Wilson, and Cody Elkins once again put on a fantastic Freestyle show for the crowd of indoor spectators. Still amazes everyone the tricks that these riders can pull off….

We hope you didn’t miss it! The largest snowmobile & ATV show across North America came in like a freight train this past October. With its high intensity freestyle show, racing, new product displays, and we can’t forget to mention the 2018 ATV’s & UTV’s from each manufacturer – the 10’s of thousands of Powersports enthusiasts that filtered through the show were “pleased” to say the least. Everyone came with the winter snowmobile itch and left with smiles on their faces in excitement for the up coming season.

Mark your calendars for next years show, October 19 through 21st 2018 at the International Centre. www.torontosnowmoibleatvshow.com

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New to the show this year was ATV Youth Rider Training Course Sponsored by Textron/Arctic Cat

The Polaris booth was filled with the latest and greatest All Terrain Vehicles. From their utility work vehicles all the way up to their performance UTV’s and ATV’s.

Just a glimpse of Hall 1 of 4, if you needed some new gear this season this was the show to be at with a variety of brands to choose from with some massive irresistible clearance sales If you were looking for an enclosed trailer with an abundance of features and accessories, this was the show to hit up. Manufacturers where showcasing big displays and taking custom orders on the spot.

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To top off the Event Centre features, Nick and Ernie where pulling off some freestyle stunts on their highly modified street bikes, yes burnouts were included!

The Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports show is like walking into a ATV riders dream with all the ATV’s, gear, parts, accessories - and you can even have a beer in hand while touring the show, what more can you ask for!

For the Cub Cadet fans, the 2018 units where on display flashing their newest and greatest features for the up coming season. People were drooling over these bad boys.

One booth that always catches everyone eye. The abundance of vintage and classic signs that is perfect for the man cave, garage, or living room - if the wife approves of course.

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Had a chance to take out the new Toyota Tundra at the show this year, might as well have a new truck to go with that new ATV!

If you where at the show you probably grabbed the latest ATV WORLD issue and lined up to get a photo with Larry Enticer. The Man… The Myth… The Legend!

CFMoto riders packed in to take a closer look at the new iron, why wouldn’t you buy a new ATV or Side-by-Side right…..

The Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show is dedicated to giving back to the snowmobile community. At each show the OFSC districts across Ontario receive a FREE booth to promote their riding locations and district. We would like to thank the volunteers who put in the time to help grow the sport.

New to the show this year was the Argo test track. Show attendees had the chance to sit in the passenger seat and take a drive over an obstacle course. Yes, they did have an indoor pool for the Argo to drive through. AWESOME!

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ONTARIO’S HIGHLANDS

e ntario s i lands trail net or s are est descri ed as a picturesque landscape with over 1700km of well signed, maintained, and mapped ATV trails that are spread across the Ontario Highlands regions. With the trails transitioning from rail line, forest, rocky terrain, to pure rock crawling, you will always e e t on our toes it t eir ad entures trails. e ntario s Highlands Trail system ranges from beginner to expert trails covering Haliburton, Kawartha, Madawaska, Peterborough, and Muskoka regions, that will not only test your driving skills but also your machine. Check out both of ATV World Magazines ATV tourism videos showing you the landscape and terrain of t e ntario s i lands rails on ace oo .

CHAUDIERE APPALACHES

Heading deep into the Appalachian peaks of Chaudiere – Appalaches region, where riding your ATV or side-by-side is a ust. a e in t e a nificent scener and ears of istory that marked Quebec. These trails are perfect for the ATV or side-by-side enthusiasts who can ride from town to town across the 1200 kilometres of ATV trails that are open during all four seasons. Riders have the ability to purchase weekend or vacation packages that are made for ATV riders to ride the touristic trails and discover the Chaudiere- Appalaches re ions. cross ue ec s re ions t ere are o er of trails to travel on giving you endless possibilities.

HATFIELD MCCOY TRAIL SYSTEM

One trail system that you have to add to your bucket list is t e atfield c o rail s ste . it its o er 600 plus miles of trails located in the mountains of Southern West Virginia, it will take you from scenic mountain views of Pinnacle Creek to narrow and twisty trails of Bearwallow - the journeys are endless. Towns located on t e atfield c o rail s ste s are friendly allowing riders to grab a bite to eat and take in t e sout ern os italit . e atfield c o trail s stems are open 365 days of the year giving riders the ability to test there skills year round or cruise around and just enjoy the breath taking views.

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SPEARHEAD TRAILS Looking to get away for a weekend and hit the trails or just lay down some tracks in a scenic location? Then check out the Spearhead Trails in the Appalachian Mountains located in South West Virginia.

The Spearhead Trails travel over 500 miles within close proximity of major cities like Knoxville, Lexington, Charlotte, and Roanoke it food and otel roo s close . is is a re ion t at s no n for its outdoor recreation, American music, and heritage. Spearhead trails aneu erer t rou a nificent forests a estic re ions and views that will make you come back time and time again, the photo explains it all.

BRIMSTONE RECREATION

The Brimstone recreation has over 19,196 acres for you to explore in ort east ennessee s alac ian ountains offerin so ething for every skill level. To add to the outdoors experience, there are over 300 miles of OHV trails and roads for the adventure seeker to experience overlooks and culture exploration points of interest.

Open 365 days of the year, Brimstone offers outdoor enthusiasts the chance to explore the untamed wilderness and trails of the alac ian ountains at it s finest.

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hen I first met my wife, one of the first comments she made to me was regarding the amount of what she referred to as “toys” that I had. At the time, I had never really thought about it. I was into motorcycles and snowmobiles, and I had a couple of both because they each had a specific purpose. I raced motocross so I needed a motocross bike and rode a street bike back forth to work. As for the snowmobiles, I had one for taking into the bush for ice fishing and one for road

running, (no groomed trail systems back then) when I was out with my buddies. I didn’t really think of it as having an excess of equipment - sort of like having a lawnmower tractor, a lawnmower and a whipper-snipper to completely maintain my lawn. Everything has a purpose and a specific job.

Moving forward to 2017, in my stable I have both a 650 Can Am 2-up ATV, and a Honda Side by Side 500 Pioneer.

When I bought the Can Am in 2014, I was simply looking to upgrade my ATV, and since 2-ups were now legal for the road and I considered them safer for riding double, it seemed obvious this bike and I were made for each other.

The Honda side by side was purchased in 2015, (partially by trading in the ATV that my offspring drove on weekends) primarily so my 5 year-old Granddaughter could safely and legally go riding with us in her car seat. Everything seemed simple enough from a recreational point of view.

What I find surprising is that since both purchases, I find myself using each machine more and more for specific and different tasks and chores around the yard than the recreational purposes they were originally purchased for.

I have become dependent on having both vehicles to get “the job(s) done.”

Aside from providing a nice spot for my dog or son to sit when I have a lot to haul, like wood down at the hunting camp or sugar bush, my Honda Pioneer is essential to getting things done. Now you may think it is simply just the fun of driving it around, but the fact is that it simply helps get the job done quicker. I bought a mesh sided utility box from Kimpex, (I think) and installed it on the back, and I can carry everything from chainsaws and generators to propane tanks wherever I want, without the issues of towing

This loader attachment changes this ATV into a Utility application that all your friends would want to borrow.

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This plow kit is complimented by the cab enclosure. Include the cab heater option and you can keep the neighbourhood driveways clean while staying toasty warm inside.

a trailer in the bush. Now, with a winch installed on the front, it’s like a mini Hummer. I also find that I can work longer and put more hours into the task at hand, because of sitting in its truck-like cab and the ease of getting in and out. I have also had the opportunity of plowing snow using a friend’s side by side. If I decide to get a snow plow again, I will be getting it for the side by side. Not exactly sure why, but it just seemed to work better than on the ATVs I’ve previously owned. The fact that you can winterize the cab means my “golden years” can now be climate controlled when the cold weather moves in.

Where my ATV shines is in areas of close quarters, by being so nimble. This has to do with the type of powertrain it has, so it does very little damage to my lawn as well. I hook up my trailer and I can carry topsoil, gravel or rubbish, (like leaves) wherever it needs to go. It sure beats using the wheelbarrow I pushed around years ago. The front and rear racks also make good work benches when doing repairs on the deck, shed, or even the house.

With the wide range of equipment that each manufacturer is producing now, a person could even break it down so you could have a utility and sport version of each type of vehicle; have the best of both worlds as they say. Although that sounds intriguing, I don’t think I would go that route, primarily for the following reasons: surprisingly the cost of the vehicle would not be a deterrent, but the storage of said vehicles, the cost of regular maintenance of each vehicle, and the ever increasing cost of extra insurance would be the deterring factors.

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more, that I no longer have to have the biggest and baddest piece of equipment on the trail. It could also be that the quality of the equipment that is available is now capable of crossing over the lines from sport and recreation, to utility, in a greater and easier way. I think though, it’s not the quantity of the equipment you have, but utilizing all that your equipment is capable of doing. With the battery of accessories available for most ATVs and SXSs, the sky is the limit when customizing them to your specific needs and preferences.

It’s almost like getting two vehicles for the price of one, or in my case, four for the price of two.

This mesh utility box makes it almost too easy to transport equipment like generators and chainsaws.

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The Black Hills UTV team had another creative use for ceiling space. Driving an 1100 mile race with no relief would require proper nutrition and a little help from our good friend caffeine! Their rolling vending machine had every option for ot and al a s it in ar s reac .

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en it a ac ine it out a true ed it a little forethought and some cool parts, you can be prepared for anything. A horizontal spare tire rack like this is key to saving your bed space for a trunk box or storage bag to house the rest of your trailside necessities.

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Limiting straps like these beauties from PRP have been saving CV joints and axles since the invention of independent suspension. A proper length limiting strap, that just robs that last little bit of travel, can do wonders for CV life as well as helping with shock reliability as well.

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A quick glance and you can quickly see for yourself that nothing is coming loose.

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you do any maintenance on your ATV or UTV? Well your winch is an extension of that machine and also needs to be maintained. Did you even know you should maintain our inc ost eo le don t e reac ed out to t e inc in e erts o er at I for a full run do n on o to ee t at inc in ti to s a e and ere s their suggestions…

1 irst t in s first en ou et our rand ne inc t at ou a en t used yet, make sure that you pull the cable out until you leave about 5 wraps around the spool. Then pull it back in under tension, guiding it as you go. We call this pre-treating our ca le and it s a ood idea to do It after eac ti e ou use our winch. There are a few reasons why pre-stretching your cable is important. The cable on your spool should be tight and wrapped in an orderly manner, as this will reduce wear and tear, prolonging the life of the cable. Pre-treating will also strengthen the cable.

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2 We all know that sometimes your winch is going to get wet, even if that means going deep in the water and mud, or pressure washing it after a ride. These motors are sealed units, but moisture can still breach them, and when it does, the seals trap any moisture inside. en if ou sta out of t e ater t e otors can still sweat, creating condensation inside the motor. Putting your winch in free-spool and running it until the motor gets warm, is a good habit to start getting into. This will help dry out any moisture or condensation that is getting trapped inside of your motor.

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We have motors, contactors, remotes, and wires. We all know that you need power to run the winch, so maintaining your electrical components is a must. Always make sure that you a e a stron connection. ou can also et roducts such as Corrosion Block that will help protect electrical components.

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With any ATV / UTV winch, you will have steel cable or synthetic rope. No matter which option you have, these cables need to be cleaned after use. Dirt, sand, and debris will cause abrasion.

DO NOT Grease or Oil the synthetic cable. For steel cable, you will want to use a lubrication protectant similar to Corrosion Block, to properly maintain it.

Following these tips will prolong the life of your winch, giving you a better overall winching experience. If you have questions or concerns, you can reach out to KFI directly by calling their Technical Department at 1-877-346-2050.

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Like its namesake, the new Wolverine as desi ned s ecificall to e cel at and conquer the tightest of trails. The Wolverine name was synonymous with tight woods riding, and Yamaha wanted t e to s are t at sa e e erience with off-road families of all sizes.

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Yamaha concentrated on three factors to achieve this; Design, Power, and Terraina ilit . e desi n ould a e to fit four people comfortably, without making the too i or sacrificin terraina ilit . e s terraina ilit ould e acco lis ed with load leveling Sachs shocks that offer an ideal ride, whether loaded down with passengers, or out on a solo mission.

Power needed to be increased enough to more than make up for the two additional passengers. At 69 HP, an all-new 847 cc in-line twin would more than take care of that concern.

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GETTING FAMILIAR WITH THE X4 About a month into its known existence, a a a finall called it t e in ite to e erience t e ol erine for oursel es.

The press launch ride day was to be in Taylorsville, North Carolina, at the Brushy Mountain Motorsports Park. The crew at Yamaha has developed a solid reputation for findin t e erfect ridin s ot to showcase their latest creations. As we would expect, this location was exactly t at s ot for t e ol erine . tre el tight wooded trails, with switchbacks and turns that would have required some Austin Powers type maneuvers in anything longer t an t e . In fact it s safe to sa t at e would have found ourselves using reverse quite a bit more, even in some of the larger two-seat options.

While from a distance it looks pretty similar, upon closer inspection the “all new” Wolverine is truly a completely new mac ine. tartin it t e c assis t e is every bit as compact as the two-seat Wolverine. The base model is only 59.8 inches ide and t e odels easure it t e fender ares. is reasona l narro idt is critical as it eans t e can still hit the 60” trails, and also be transported in the back of a full size pickup truck. The wheelbase is only 1.5” longer and the overall vehicle length is only 5” longer than the two seat Wolverine. This machine is nothing like the rest of the competition t at a e rett uc ust added and a second ro of seats. e is uilt to e a true four seat trail machine. e s ac seats are ind of like a Honda Pioneer, but not reall . Instead of tu lin forward into the bed, the seat ase i s u to t e ac of t e front seats, and then the seat back slides forward up against it. The design is pretty simple, but you do give up a little more storage. You have the option to run 2, 1, or no back seats, depending on your needs.

With both seats in the forward position, storage is just slightly smaller than the two seat Wolverine, or maybe close to

a Teryx 4. The bed does not have a dump function like the Honda or Polaris General. nterin t e ca is eas and a a a u raded t e it full doors co ared to the 1/4 doors on the 2 seat Wolverine.

The doors seem to be very solid and latch reall ell. t ft I ad no issue ettin in the back seat either. The seats are full size seats that are pretty much identical to the fronts, and just as comfortable. The only thing noticeably restricting was the rear oor oard footin oc ets t e are cheated to one side a little, and just big enough for my size 13 boots. You will also notice and appreciate that the rear seats are elevated 100mm over the fronts for i ro ed ision and field of ie .

The reason your feet are cheated in a little is that the new motor sits centered in the chassis, right between the two passengers.

While the engine is right there, Yamaha engineers went to great lengths to eliminate any noticeable noise, vibration or heat from reaching the inside of the cab. Up front t e as a er sturd lo e o it a sturdy latch and a massive center console between the two front seats. Yamaha also gave it dual 12 volt accessory plugs, one up front and one in the back. Noticeably issin fro t e as a roof e en on t e odels. a a a offers it as an accessor ut e e reall otten used to a in one and can t t in of a situation ere ou ouldn t ant it installed.

HE REASON YOUR FEET ARE CHEATED IN A LITTLE IS THAT THE NEW MOTOR SITS CENTERED IN THE CHASSIS, RIGHT BETWEEN THE TWO PASSENGERS.

Below: The Wolverine X4 is quite possibly the perfect companion for that getaway into the wilderness this weekend.

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THE MORNING FIRE IT UP RIDE LOOP e ol erine fires to life effortlessl it t ist of t e i nition e . t idle t e is and smooth that you can barely FOUND US tellsoit squiet e en runnin . ero i ration and er sound even reaches the cab. As you DRIVING ONE minimal accelerate out of camp, you will start to hear hearty exhaust note, but it is extremely UP IN THE X4S the minimal, even quieter in the cab than standing to it. Stepping on the gas pedal makes ON A REALLY next ou reali e o far e e ca e fro t e ca le carbureted Yamaha Rhinos we were TECHNICAL operated, all driving a little more than ten years ago. delivery is incredibly smooth and preAND FUN TRAIL Power dicta le as t e ol erine uses a i tec drive by wire throttle system called YCC-T, SYSTEM. (Yamaha Chip Controlled-Throttle) for precision

throttle control. This newest 4 seat Wolverine also co es e ui ed it a a a s eed Management System that limits the top speed to 25 mph by turning a removable key. This feature is huge among work sites and even rental outfits. e best part of the Yamaha system is that it limits the speed, but still actually allows for full power when needed for towing, climbing, etc.

The morning ride loop found us driving one u in t e s on a reall tec nical and fun trail system.

Without passengers, the Wolverine x4 is substantially quicker and faster than the original Wolverine.

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acceleration is so smooth that you might not reali e o ell it actuall runs. ile t e is no slouch, the incredibly tight trail system had us driving pretty dang hard just to see 30 mph.

The trails are cut into the thick woods just wide enough for the Wolverine. Ripping through the turns and switchbacks with any speed required near precision driving and constant attention.

Steering is light and effortless, but the Yamaha Power Steering still leaves you with a feeling of connection between the steering wheel, the tires, and the ground. The super-tight trail system even had a few hairpin turns that probably ouldn t a e een assa le in a lon er achine, or anything with a larger turning radius.

Once again, the Yamaha guys had done their o e or de utin t e ol erine on a trail system that would really showcase what it was designed for. e s sus ension ro ed co forta le and predictable without passengers. Bottoming resistance was better than average, and tr as e i t e ne er found it. e did a reasonable job of soaking up the breaking bumps and smaller g-outs we found as well.

It s definitel not a lon tra el lon eel ase race ac ine in t e c o ut it sta s at controlled and predictable. We put close to three hours of solid driving in before lunch, and it just doesn t ear on ou li e so e ot er ac ines.

The ultra-smooth clutching and power delivery, co ined it P for i in sus ension and little to no vibration or cabin noise makes for true, all-day ride comfort.

The X4 is prepared to to tow more than 900 KG with it’s factory included class 2 receiver.

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The Wolverine X4 can quickly be configured as a 2, 3, or 4 seater to meet individual needs.

The easy to read LCD dash includes a Speedometer, odometer, dual trip meters, and every other warning you could possible need.

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THE NEW X4 X4 ardless of o ood t e as WILL DEFINITELY whilee driving it solo, we were all there to find out o it or ed it a carload of ALLOW FAMILIES passengers. After lunch we would get just what we were looking for, as we loaded AND FRIENDS TO up a few extra passengers and headed back out into the trails for round two. The t in ou ill notice is t at t e TAKE ON SOME OF first doesn t sa under t e e tra load. e load leveling rear shocks contain THE TRAIL RIDING Sachs valving that will automatically raise ride compensating for any additional ADVENTURES height, passengers or load. We had experienced same type of Sachs shocks on a WE’VE BEEN these more utilitarian machine in the past; let tell you, they are way more impresBRAGGING ABOUT me sive when compensating for human pasers. e doesn t sa in t e rear FOR YEARS. sen and the shocks still feel 100% functional on all four corners. Acceleration is still pretty good with four passengers, and it still feels faster overall than the 2 seat Wolverine with the smaller displacement.

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We spun a couple of laps on the trail they had laid out, and eventually started pushing it harder and harder, as we familiarized ourselves with the course.

We also took the time to rotate through the back seating positions for a lap as well. The back seat is better than it looks.

The footwell is a little on the small size, but once your buckled in and having fun, ou ll co letel for et a out it. e ne ill definitel allo fa ilies and friends to take on some of the trail ridin ad entures e e een ra in about for years. The super short wheelbase and minimalistic overall size of the ol erine ill definitel o en all sorts of doors, as well as the eyes of those who have never experienced this type of riding. We loved this machine, and feel it will make a great passport to family ad enture for an one o s ridin area includes forest or tight woods. This is an a eso e ne ac ine and e can t wait to get more time in one!

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SPECS: 2018 YAMAHA WOLVERINE X4 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 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: 310 cm / 158 cm / 196 cm (122”/62.2”/77.2”) Ground clearance: 27.3 cm (10.7”) Claimed wet weight: 720 kg (1587 lbs.)

Cargo Capacity: 272 kg (600 lbs.)

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ROLLING CHASSIS Frame: Steel round tube Suspension/wheel travel: Front: Wide Arc Dual A-arm w/anti-sway bar 221 mm (8.7”) of wheel travel Rear: Wide Arc Dual A-arm w/anti-sway bar 226 mm (8.8”) of wheel travel Brakes/actuation: Front: Hydraulic discs/left-side pedal 207 mm discs Rear: Hydraulic discs/left-side pedal 207 mm discs, 200 mm parking brake Tires: Front: AT 26x8-12 Maxxis 4-ply Rear: AT 26x10-12 Maxxis 4-ply Wheels: Aluminum Mag Wheels ELECTRICAL DC Outlet...Console Lighting: Front: 2 LED hi/lo headlights Rear: Dual LED brake/tail lights DETAILS Colors: Yamaha Blue, Realtree Xtra, SE version’s Matte Silver, Matte Dark Metallic Gray & Orange Instrumentation: Speedometer, Odometer, Dual Tripmeters, Volt Meter, Hour Meter, Service Indicator, Clock, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Hi-Temp Light, Various warning lights, Dual DC Outlets Warranty: 1 year Retail: Yamaha Blue $16,999 through December 31, 2017 $19,999 MSRP Contact: www.yamaha-motor.ca

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recently got the invite to attend Camp RZR So Cal, in the sand dunes of I . Polaris P RZR So Cal happens to be the biggest sand dune party in the world, complete with incredible giveaways, (like 10 Polaris RZRs in 2017) group rides, games, activities, concerts and vendors.

Polaris throws this annual party to celebrate the true RZR Lifestyle it an one t at s illin to a e t e dri e. ile e er one s in ited our invitation was even a little cooler than most!

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the past few years, Polaris has made a tradition of dropping a brand new machine at the Camp RZR Glamis event, and our invite meant we would have one waiting with our name on it. e ac ine s true identit is al a s e t secret until it s un eilin but in the spirit of being a family orientated event, the CAMP RZR release has usually been a performance 4 seat model of some sort. Anticipation was even higher than usual this year, as rumors circled of an even bigger, more powerful, race width machine, looking to outdo t e a eric . ile e all ould lo e to see a fire breathing 72”, race ready monster, the likelihood was more towards a 4 seat ersion of t e ne ur o na i dition. e seat na ic dition ad just hit the streets this August, and was quickly proving to be a fan favorite with anyone who has had a chance to drive one. We were truly infatuated with ours and couldn t ait to share the intelligent suspension performance with a few more passengers at a time.

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The event was a hit as it always is.

When they mentioned bringing a trailer to rin o e a unit t e didn t a e to tell us twice! We showed up Thursday night at a out ile eo le ere still filin into the camping areas like ants, and the overall scene was still going off the hook.

We skipped the motorhome as we had a very important Youth Football Game on Saturday, and would only be able to stay for two nights. Jimmy from Bikeman Performance was gracious enough to let us air ed it on t e oor of is race e i. e rig and their camp was in vendors, right ne t to t e e ent. It also as far and away the best functioning air conditioner e e e er e erienced. ile e er od else was sweating, we had to pry the half frozen sheets off of us to get up and dispose of a few beers.

Speaking of Jimmy and his crew from Bikeman Performance, they truly take customer service to the next level with this event. They drive the entire race rig out from Wisconsin, and spend the entire three days answering customer questions, tuning customer cars, installing new exhaust systems, and BBQing for everybody in the vicinity. They literally have to take turns sneaking out of camp to get in a little Duning, or escape over to the Hill to crush a fe of t e s t at t in t e re fast.

Polaris introduced us to our new rides early Friday morning, and just as expected, it was a four seat version of the ne P ur o na i . ile not entirel surprised, we were still overly excited to add such a machine to the stable. The Dynamix would also prove to be one of, if not t e est la is une e icle e d ever experienced.

POLARIS INTRODUCED US TO OUR NEW RIDES EARLY FRIDAY MORNING, AND JUST AS EXPECTED, IT WAS A FOUR SEAT VERSION OF THE NEW XP TURBO DYNAMIX.

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THE NEW DYNAMIX 4 The new Dynamix 4 is a four seat replica of the two seater, with the exact same features like Ride Command and Dynamix Suspension. The two seat version was our new favorite UTV, and the four seater is quickly proving to be just as good, with roo for t o ore. If case ou issed our re ie or ou e een li in under a roc for the past few months, we can catch you u on ust at is a na i ersion P Turbo.

The Dynamix is by far the most premium RZR offering at this time, featuring all the super cool features of Ride Command combined with a new intelligent suspension system that can make c an es on t e to t e rate of . of a second. This breakthrough performance is ard to fat o ut e can assure ou it s here. The Dynamix comes equipped with i end internal ass i ac shocks with electronic modules instead of clicker knobs on the bottles.

The Dynamix suspension system is a very hi-tech, joint project between Polaris and Fox Shox. Loosely based on a high end automotive technology, the Dynamix uses Bluetooth to instantly adjust between preset compression settin s. e first irst Dynamix suspension feature you will notice is the dash mounted toggle switch that reads Comfort, Sport, and Firm. This switch allows the driver to instantly toggle between the three settings.

The Comfort is basically for slow speed cruising and en o ent. It s co ara le to having your compression clickers all the way soft. The Comfort setting provides an extremely plush ride, but will also transmit a lot of body roll and minimal bottoming resistance. The Firm setting on the other hand is similar to all the way maxxed on the compression clickers.

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Bodyroll is a thing of the past, bottoming resistance is unreal, and the car actually hikes up about an inch and a half in the stroke offering a substantial ground clearance increase. This additional ground clearance is especially helpful in low speed rock crawling situations. While the ir settin definitel as its lace it ill chatter your teeth loose over washboard, and just plain wear on you in choppy, rough terrain.

Sport setting is a completely different animal in itself. Complete visibility of all three suspension modes is available on its own screen, within the 7” touchscreen Ride Command display unit. On comfort, it will indicate all four corners at full soft, Firm will indicate all four corners at full compression. The Sport setting is a pre-built setting that is completely driver intuitive, starting at about a three, but constantly shifting or changing.

The Dynamix uses seven different in ut sensors to read at s oin on and instantly adjust all four corners to the best possible suspension settings/situ-

WHILE WE REALLY ENJOYED WATCHING HOW THE SUSPENSION WAS WORKING BENEATH US, THE RIDE COMMAND UNIT HAS AN EVEN COOLER SCREEN TO MONITOR.

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ation. For example, when you turn left, steering sensors will tell the outbound “right side” shocks to go full stiff, virtually eliminating body roll, keeping your car at t rou t e corners and allo in for a higher rate of speed. Another example is stiffening up the front shocks under braking to minimize front end dive. Should you have a g-out or a ditch sneaks up on you, the system will also go full compression up front as you brake, and then keep full compression for an extra 1.5 seconds after you let off. With a little practice, we found ourselves driving to this feature. When a g-out sneaks up on you, get hard on the brake to scrub a little speed, the front end goes full stiff, and then you can get back on the gas to carry the front end light through the obstacle.

Overall, we really like the Sport setting in the dunes;

it provides a predictable, yet plush ride, and it s ands do n etter t an an t in you can accomplish with the clickers on any other stock shocks. Polaris and Fox have done their homework with the presets and with the ability to adapt on the t is is far t e est andlin dune machine you can buy at a dealership. The suspension action screen is really cool to monitor, watching how it works to provide an ideal set-up under all conditions.

While we really enjoyed watching how the suspension was working beneath us, the Ride Command unit has an even cooler screen to monitor. The Ride o and s P s ste is a eso e in the dunes. With the GPS “bread crumb” tracking, you can map and save that extremely fun line to China Wall, or even just waypoint any other destination you might ant find a ain. e rou ide feature works especially well in Glamis, as they

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HIGHER RPM AND EXTREME AMOUNTS OF WHEELSPIN IS NOTORIOUSLY HARD ON A CVT BELT, BUT BETTER CLUTCHING AND CLUTCH SYSTEM COOLING HAS MADE IT SO MUCH BETTER.

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have been steadily improving cellular signal throughout the dunes. With the ide o and s rou ide or ollo the Leader features, you can invite your entire group to see their live location on t e ide o and s in e icle dis la .

A handful of people in our group were driving Ride Command display equipped s ut at s e en cooler is t at someone without it can use an iPhone or iPad or ot er I de ice. ll t e a e to do is download the free app into their iPhone or iPad. We found an iPad with a life proof case and dash mount to work really well, but even just having it on your phone will keep you visible in the group. Location functionality is based on cell signal, and will show you at the last spot you had signal, and then re-pick up again when a connection is reestablished. The GPS can run permanently in the background, but you will want to run your phone or iPad connected to a power source as it eats a battery pretty quick.

We spent an entire day in the dunes with the Dynamix 4, loaded down with eo le and a cooler and it didn t s i a beat. Clutching has been drastically i ro ed since t e first four seat P and

P ur os of t e ast fe ears. ile we were adamant to ask for a spare belt, we had absolutely zero issues, and didn t ear of an ot er na i cars losing belts either. This in itself is truly a big deal, compared to a few years ago when duning a RZR pretty much meant carrying and being prepared to change belts trailside. Higher RPM and extreme amounts of wheelspin is notoriously hard on a CVT belt, but better clutching and clutch system cooling has made it so much better. ese latest ur o P cars a e incredi le P ri t off t e s o roo oor.

Honestly, they have gotten so good that unless ou re a dra u e can t see much need to tune them up much further.

One thing that becomes quickly apparent while duning a RZR Turbo is that big HPs affects fuel mileage. While the 17-18 ur o Ps a e a out ore P t an t e ori inal P t e still s are the same 10 gallon fuel tank. This ten gallon fuel tank was good for well over a hundred miles in the original, naturally as irated cars ut ou ll e luc to see 75-80 miles out of it in a Turbo.

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PUTTING IT TO THE TEST IN BAJA Speaking of putting real-deal mileage on the new rig, we decided to use our Dynamix 4 loaner to pre-run the Baja 1000.

We only had a little over a week from Camp RZR until leaving for e ico to re run t e sout ern alf. ason u ur and I ould be rerunning the southern half of the course, and a 4 seat Turbo seemed like the perfect vehicle for the nearly 600 miles of recon.

We decided to rob the cage and a fe ot er arts fro last ear s P uild to el get the Dynamix ready for the task at hand.

We started by installing a bolton a e ca e it roof. e one piece design takes a little prying and minor swearing to get the bolts lined up, but all in all, the install is very straightforward. e a e ca es are ade from CNC bent and precision notc ed tu in . a e sells t eir ca es I elded and powder coated, or you can get a knock down cage kit with pre-bent and notched material that you weld yourself. The cage still uses stock doors, but gets rid of the stock seat belt mounting points. We went with Pro Armor G2 suspension seats and Pro Armor 5 point harnesses. The t ical oint arness doesn t or ell it t e stoc seats and the suspension seats are a million times more comfortable anyway. We also installed a Parker Pumper clean air system for our helmets. We opted for a clean, temporary mount that uses hose clamps instead of having to weld tabs onto our already powder coated cage. The mounting is solid, installs in minutes, and is worth its weight in gold along the trail. e installed t e Polaris P I o lin ostl for its intercom feature. The standalone unit actually combines intercom features with a 5 channel, two-way radio. We needed the intercom to talk between driver and passenger, and the radio would provide a little additional safety as we could reach our chase truc en reasona l close to it. e s interco or s li e a full functioning race intercom, but the built-in radio is a lower wattage unit that is more designed to talk between other UTVs in your immediate ride group. The working range is about 1.5

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miles in rugged terrain, but can reach out nearly thirty under ideal conditions. e loc ride Polaris I trun bag installed easily in the bed, providing a safe spot for all our tools, spare parts, straps, and other convenience and emergency supplies. We carried two clutch belts; a 12 volt compressor; plug kits; a jack; a radius rod; basic hand tools; and a first aid it. e decided to re lace t e stock Bighorns with a set of super tough Pit ull Ironsides on t e ra en wheel. We prefer to run the same tire all the way around, so we only have to carry one s are. It turned out t at of all t in s we were lacking a spare tire mount, so

we cut a wooden plank to support it over the tool bag, and then ratchet strapped the tire to the back of the cage. While nowhere as clean as most of the available mounts, it would be much better to have a tire, should we need one along the way. The only other thing we added as a cou le of Pre unner li ters from Lazer Star. The Prerunner series is their budget line, but we have used them before, and they proved reliable and truly get the job done. ur first da of re runnin in t e na i as a a in . is as ason s first e erience it t e na i sus ension and e couldn t sto la in it

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and praising it. We got an early start and put a solid 190 miles on course in by midafternoon. The car worked really well, and we never had to think about getting into t e tool a to fi an t in . e co pletely stock suspension was so good that it felt li e e ouldn t e a le to o uc faster in the full blown race car. The afternoon found us looking for lines through the nastiest silts that you can imagine, but a lightweight, 4WD UTV is probably the one of the best vehicles you could hope for in this endless powdery mess.

We called it a day after clearing the Silts, opting for dinner, a once over on t e car and an earl ni t. it its first 200 miles under its belt, it needed nothing. After giving it a solid once over, the only thing we ended up touching was the Par er Pu er. It as still functionin but looked pretty well clogged up, so we ulled t e filter and noc ed t e silt out of it on the side of the door and reinstalled it.

Ready for another day.

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sand whoops, lined with cactus, and there as no esca in t e . e found t e fir setting to be the best option, and once again, we were completely impressed by how good this totally stock vehicle really was. fter anot er a less da e ended up testing the lights for the last 100 miles, and making it all the way to La Paz before . ectin ad ersit e ad truly accounted for a full extra day of prerunnin to a e it to t e finis line. a in a brand new car and running 600+ miles of the Baja 1000 course without problems is pretty much unheard of, but we had just done it. The Dynamix RZR is by far the best UTV we have ever pre-ran; it was comfortable, forgiving, and it handles like a race car, right off the s o roo oor.

Both spare clutch belts are still sitting in the tool bag, and that was after a weekend in Glamis as well. We are overly impressed with the Dynamix us ension s o erall performance, and can t ait to put some more miles on it.

WE ARE OVERLY IMPRESSED WITH THE DYNAMIX SUSPENSION’S OVERALL PERFORMANCE

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Story: Pat Bourgeois

| Photos: Wayne Davis

de e…the 50-inch wi Forgotten no mor a th wi ck gory is ba side-by-side cate nto the all-new Ca ks an th e, vengeanc ile, ag . Quicker, more Am Maverick Trail ide -w 50 r he than any ot and more stable ill il ra ic er e a e e sa led t il ink about the tra th u yo w ho ge chan cta fe tri s il e a ra stance cate or . s tu sta e th up to shake punch is certain an of ils sa e t fill to uo and continue usly of their tremendo els he e th on Am r. rio r launc a ea successful

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imensionally speaking, the 50-inch wide category is where the roots of the s ort ere first lanted.

But consumer demand for more power and greater stability pushed the dimensions of future vehicles to get longer and wider. Today, some sport sideby-side machines rival the dimensions of a compact pickup, perfectly suited for high-speed and wide-open spaces such as dunes or desert running. But tight trails, and especially those rated for 50inch or narrower, make up a vast majority of designated routes in North America.

This fact, coupled to the desire of future side-by-side buyers wanting a machine well equipped for exploring the unknown with others, makes the trail category vitally important to the future growth of the sport side-by-side segment.

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In an a s t e success of t e an a s i a eric is a i reason why we are so smitten with the new Maverick Trail. Much of the DNA of t e as een orro ed t e little Mav, including styling, cockpit, chassis, and suspension theory; all of which have been “shrunk” to trail size dimensions.

Overlook the “me-too” appearance of the Trail, which clearly borrows design traits fro t e and ou ll find t e longest trail vehicle in the category.

The stretched wheelbase is more than 5-inches longer than the previous wheelbase leader, the Wildcat Trail. At 90.6-inches, the Mav Trail is more than 10-inches longer than the RZR, and joining this stretched chassis design is a near perfect weight bias from front to rear, making the Mav Trail feel incredibly balanced and stable.

THE SECURITY AND COMFORT OF THE SEATING POSITION LENT ITSELF TO THE OVERALL DRIVING EXPERIENCE

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P l a n t e d a n d P r e d i cta b l e

Our first taste of the Maverick Trail took place in far northern Utah, just south of the Wyoming border in late fall. A mixture of narrow wooded trails combined with open running twotrack provided the perfect opportunity to experience the adventurous nature of the vehicle.

Vehicle stability is perhaps what stands above all other attributes of the Maverick Trail. The stretched chassis combined with a double A-arm suspension up front with 10-inches of travel, and another 10-plus-inches of suspension stroke out ac t rou an s orsional Trailing A-Arm design, gives the Mav Trail a full-size feel with narrow stance agility.

The tight and rock-strewn trails of northern ta ere e first sa led t e little Mav, proved to be ideal in allowing the vehicle to demonstrate this coveted blend of traits. With a mixture of max 50-wide trails, two-track mountain roads, and fullt rottle alle oor aunts t e a rail felt perfectly at home in every situation.

While most long-wheelbase vehicles often feel slow to react, the Mav Trail refused to exhibit this negative handling trait. A balanced chassis and ultra-low center-of-gravity is one way the vehicle overcomes this nag. The other is quick to react steering geometry and a highlyresponsive power-train that puts power to the ground with intuitive results. Pitch the Mav into an off-camber turn, and what could easily result in a handling push, becomes a broad smile, apex exit drift, all with the simple tug of the steering wheel and feather of the throttle.

Power options come in two sizes, an 800cc version producing 51-horsepower, and a throaty punch from a 1000-cube V-twin producing 75-horsepower, putting it atop the power rankings, along with the Polaris RZR 900, albeit with a more advantageous power-to-weight ratio. Both engines sit low in the chassis and feature standard engine braking. The engine is ated to an s uic es onse System CVT, feeding toque to a transmission featuring traditional high/low forward momentum and an in-line reverse to ar confi uration.

A focus for Can-Am engineers when developing the Mav Trail was to ensure it was equipped for adventure. This means less maintenance for the owner, an enhanced driver experience, and rugged dependability. All three of these attributes are engineered into the power-pack, with features such as an oversized radiator for i ro ed coolin i o air inta e it high mount intakes, and a Donaldson air box ensuring a clean-air intake charge; electronic belt protection; and specially cut and constructed transmission and differential gears for toughness and quiet operation.

With trail adventure integrated into the DNA of the Maverick Trail, the vehicle’s width and nimbleness make it perfectly suited for sub-50inch width trails.

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GOLDILOCKS ZONE

Another key area the little brother to t e orro ed fro its ret ren is t e r o oc coc it desi n. ile it a sound like a fancy marketing name, and it is, the concept is really simple, and more importantly, it feels right. With a stretched wheelbase and longer overall chassis, the Mav Trail gave Can-Am engineers and designers more space for the all-important driver and passenger accommodations. i ilar to t e ou sit lo in t e chassis with greater leg room and more space for adjustability of the seat and steerin eel to find t at a s ot for your frame.

Not only is the cockpit roomy for a trail width vehicle, it also makes you feel secure. No awkward leg or arm angles

struck us during our two days of riding, e en it our fra e. e securit and comfort of the seating position lent itself to the overall driving experience, giving us a feeling of greater control and confidence en tac lin un no n terrain at above average speeds.

Still, there is a trade-off happening here.

The snug security the cab offers also hampers the ability to “shift” driving positions, something that can become critical with long distance excursions. But this gripe aside, the Mav Trail served up the est out of t e o seatin confi uration e e sa led in a trail si ed e icle. e suspect it will only get better when treated to accessories and customization from both Can-Am and the aftermarket.

Can-Am’s unique Torsional Trailing A-Arm Terrain (TTA-T) suspension allows for a suspension design that can be packaged tightly, yet deliver more than 10-inches of travel. Shared resources are evident here as well, highlighted by an integrated receiver hitch and standard rear sway bar mounting design.

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After sampling all the major players in the Trail category, we’d give the nod to the new Can-Am Maverick as our trail-width vehicle of choice.

More than just a trail machine, the Maverick Trail offers just enough utility capabilities to get the job done. The rear box, shown here with an accessory tailgate rack, can handle up to 300-pounds, (136 kg) and features Can-Am’s LinQ quick attach accessory system as well as 4 integrated anchor hooks.

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With a wheelbase stretched to just beyond 90-inches, the Maverick Trail is incredibly stable and comfortable. The longer chassis design also enhances overall vehicle control with predictable steering inputs and cornering exit slides.

The Ergo-Lok cockpit surrounds you with comfort and confidence. Well thought out, all of the controls seem to fall into place where you’d expect, allowing you to focus more on driving. The well-proportioned steering wheel also serves up 25-degrees of tilt adjustment.

The premium DPS models tout LED accent strips above dual 55-watt reflector headlamps.

You’ll find LED tail lamps as well on both trim levels.

A center console is ready for accessory switches and comes well-equipped in premium DPS trim with 2WD/4WD actuation, locking rear differential, and two-position power delivery options.

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A D V E N T U R E AWA I T S

Trail riding and exploration is a prime customer target for any trail class buggy, and the crew at Can-Am took the extra steps necessary to ensure the new Mav Trail is ready with a host of from-the-factory integrated accessories. Once again, following in t e s foot rint accessories for the Mav Trail were designed and engineered in tandem with the e icle itself eanin t e fit ri t function properly, and accentuate the vehicle versus looking more like an afterthought. n ineered to e tou and deli er a le el of assured confidence t e Mav Trail features a full integrated cage, integrated steel bumpers, full skid-plates, and standard half doors on the 1,000 models. Then Can-Am backs up this built for action design with an overall vehicle design that necessitates less maintenance and touts a first ear aintenance free powertrain (1,800 miles // 3,000 km). en en t e a rail does need to be serviced, a host of easy access points to items such as battery; radiator ra e uid filter oil filter and air box have all been given extra

attention during the design, so they require less time and attention in the o ner s ands.

For year one, the Mav Trail is available in four models. The base Maverick Trail 800 and 1000 feature 4wd and an s standard isco o auto locking front differential, along with steel wheels. The premium DPS version features a host of upgrades including Dynamic Power Steering, user actuated rear differential loc ort and t rottle odes alu inu eels and accent headlamps. Both 1,000cc versions come standard with half doors, while the 800-cube model has door netting. ur first taste of t e an Am Maverick Trail was nothing short of impressive. Powerful, agile, and incredibly stable for a 50-inch wide vehicle, in our opinion the Mav Trail has catapulted itself atop the Trail ran in s. nd if first i ressions are any indication, we expect our experience with our recently received Maverick Trail 1000, complete with a host of cold-weather accessories, to only get better.

A well placed transmission selector features an in-line pattern that is intuitive in design and perfect for utility tasks such as plowing snow.

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MUCH OF THE DNA OF THE X3 HAS BEEN “BORROWED”

BY THE LITTLE MAV

Seats can make the cockpit, and while most factory units are lacking, we were impressed with this pair which Can-Am is calling Ergoprint. With 5-inches of fore and aft adjustment, the seats are well bolstered, providing a high-level of security, especially in terms of side-to-side movement. They are also harness ready, with cut-outs and chassis mounts already in place.

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While the 1000 cube Mav offers a throaty staccato exhaust note and a noticeable gain in torque, the 800 was no slouch, and delivers more than enough gusto for most trail enthusiasts.

Members of the Can-Am Maverick Trail launch crew took a well-deserved break at our host facility, the Bear River Lodge near Christmas Meadows, Utah. From left to right, Jerrod Kelly PR Manager, Renaud Gervais Engineering, Richard Eck Design Project Leader, and JJ Rivet Product Manager.

Our hosts at Bear River Lodge, Roger Eggett and Jamie Merrill, operate a first-class destination resort, ideally suited for those seeking adventure. Offering fully equipped cabins from 1 bedroom to 5 bedrooms, everything you need is right on site including ATV, side-by-side, snowmobile and snowbike rental.

For more information visit wwwbearriverlodge.com

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THE LIME SQUEEZR RZR

Polaris RZR S 900

BUILT BY: BRANDON CAPLAR & LOGAN GAMBLE

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Riding the trails in the Northeast presents a unique experience in terms of terrain and trail accessibility. We needed a build that was strong on the performance front for high speed rough sections littered with rocks and roots ut didn t co ro ise dri a ility in the tight technical sections. We hunted down a variety of options and accessories to upgrade our stock buggy into a weekend warriors ultimate trail weapon, with the creature comforts to enjoy a weekend trail getaway.

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Our starting point after much debate would be a Polaris P . is u co es it a ro en reliable power plant in the ProStar 900 engine. Although not at the top of the performance category, this mill offers sufficient ull ile t e lac of a tur o ee s ou from getting into too much trouble when the trees get closer to et er. ea in of ti t trees t at s anot er reason we chose the S model, the S model is narrower t an re iu riced P ut offers a etter o erall erformance package than the base model RZR. We felt the S was the perfect middle ground of performance and agility for the trails we were looking to tackle.

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Lighting ne of t e first areas e loo ed at to improve both the performance and safety of our ride as t e li tin s ste . at s not to say the stock system on the RZR isn t ade uate for tra ersin tou terrain ut t ere is definitel roo for improvement. We reached out to the folks over at Baja Designs for our lighting solution. en t ese ids sa t e re t e scientists of li tin t e re not iddin eit er t e creati it t e e s o n in developing new lighting solutions over the years is impeccable.

For the rear end of the vehicle, we got ourselves a standard RTL. These 30” ars ro ide a ultitude of enefits. irst off the outer ends of the bar illuminate in red and act as full functionin tailli ts. e enefit ere is t at ou re ot increasing the number of taillights and placing them at a different height than your stock lights, improving the visibility of your buggy. The RTL also includes t o a er ar er li ts. If ou a e a buggy equipped with turn signals, you can upgrade to the RTL-S to have them

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MOVING FORWARD ON THE RZR, BAJA DEIGNS RECOMMENDED THEIR “PRO” HEADLIGHT KIT FOR THE FRONT, AND THAT’S ALL.

wired as functioning signal lights as well.

Lastly, the center strip of the RTL is a fully functioning switch activated rear light bar in the event you ever need to illuminate the rear side of your vehicle.

To mount the RTL, we got in touch with the ever-creative team at Assault Industries. e ad ust released a ne 1/4-20 accessory clamp that mounts directly to the rear cross beam on the stock roll cage. The RTL bolted right up after a quick trip for some nuts and bolts from the local hardware store. To simplify t e irin rocess Po er Products suggested their third tail light harness, desi ned s ecificall as a lu and la solution for adding the RTL. Moving forward on the RZR, Baja Deigns recommended their “Pro” headlight kit for t e front and t at s all. is it a es t e need for hood or overhead light bars a thing of the past. Using 4 Squadron Pro lights at 4,900 lumens each, this plug and la it offers un atc ed field of ision at night while maintaining your stock wiring switch and harness.

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Sound ne of t e first areas e loo ed at to i ro e both the performance and safety of our ride was t e li tin s ste . at s not to sa t e stoc s ste on t e isn t ade uate for tra ersin tou terrain ut t ere is definitel roo for improvement. We reached out to the folks over at Baja Designs for our lighting solution. When t ese ids sa t e re t e scientists of li tin t e re not iddin eit er t e creati it t e e shown in developing new lighting solutions over the years is impeccable.

For the rear end of the vehicle, we got ourselves a standard RTL. These 30” bars provide a multitude of enefits. irst off t e outer ends of t e bar illuminate in red and act as fully functioning tailli ts. e enefit ere is t at ou re ot increasing the number of taillights and placing them at a different height than your stock lights, improving the visibility of your buggy. The RTL also includes t o a er ar er li ts. If ou have a buggy equipped with turn signals, you can upgrade to the RTL-S to have them

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FLEXIBLE MOUNTING, WIRELESS REMOTE, ACTION CAMERA BRACKET, AND UNMATCHED JBL SOUND QUALITY MADE THIS AN EASY DECISION TO HELP US TACKLE THE TRAILS THIS SEASON.

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Suspension If t ere as one erfor ance area e knew needed the most attention for the roc filled root littered terrain surroundin our nort east office it as definitel suspension. We turned to John Sharrard and his team of suspension specialists at Accelerated Technologies. John is the leadin sus ension dealer nort of the border, so it seemed appropriate to a e i tune our fres set of Stage 4 Shocks. offers a total of sus ension stages for most models. We opted for the Stage 4 unit which is essentially one-step do n fro t e race read ta e . It was ideal for the aim of our build, to be a weekend warrior trail riders Swiss army knife for attacking a variety of trails in our area effortlessly. The Stage 4 still offers a great degree of adjustability for key parameters including low-speed compression, rebound, and spring preload.

Accelerated Technologies service compli-

ments this package by installing and tuning the setting to the ideal baseline settin s. e do t is first ensurin the correct spring rate is in place after all accessories have been added, as this additional weight from accessories can require a stiffer spring rate to maintain optimum suspension performance. Then through a variety of key measurements as ell as field testin on t eir ri ate test track, John and his team further tune t e e ara eters of t e s oc to find the setting the customer is looking for.

When we picked up our build from Accelerated Technologies we were blown away at the difference in suspension perforance. o lon er did e find oursel es orried a out s ine tin lin outs. In fact en o n first too us on a test ride after is tuned ta e s ere installed he was laughing watching us cringe when approaching spine tinglers.

WE OPTED FOR THE STAGE 4 UNIT WHICH IS ESSENTIALLY ONE-STEP DOWN FROM THE RACE READY STAGE 5.

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Cooling A common issue we deal with navigating the tighter, technical trail systems found in our backyard is always cooling. Although the ambient temperature here is usually cooler than Southern states, the problem arises from the lack of speed and thus airo ein ulled t rou radiator. Polaris has a very effective fan system in place to counteract this issue, but to put all risk of coolant boiling over to bed, we poured in t e ulti ate coolin solution n ine Ice. e i Perfor ance oolant t ese guys produce is not only environmentally friendly but it genuinely works in helping your buggy run cooler as well.

Exhaust Although the exhaust note of the ProStar 900 motor is enviable of the competition we knew if there was one group who could make it better it would be HMF. Luckily, they had a trick solution for us that el ed ill a s all oc of birds with one stone.

First their Performance aust and ti i er kit combined delivered about 5 additional ponies and 3lbs of torque.

Second, the kit weighed in at 17lbs, which is a whopping 6lbs savings over stock. Third and most importantly, it was available in lime squeeze and provided the all-important factor of improved looks, which we all know makes you a better driver all around.

THE KIT WEIGHED IN AT 17LBS, WHICH IS A WHOPPING 6LBS SAVINGS OVER STOCK.

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Bumpers s su sidiar I ui ent el ed continue our Lime Squeeze theme with their Defender bumper series front and rear bumpers. These accessories are essential when you have riding buddies to like to give you a gentle nudge when t e re read to et rollin . e real safety gain with these is in your wallet, as your incurred damage with the inevitable tree run in will be drastically reduced with an I ui ent efender u er installed. If t ere s one t in e e learned at orld o er t e ears it s t at en it comes to buggy vs. tree, the tree wins every time.

Traction

For the traction department we turned to the aptly named team at Traxion Offroad. Once we explained to them the type of terrain we were looking to conquer they suggested their Gripper tire series. e ent it stock dimensions. The best part about ordering a wheel set from these folks is they arrived preinstalled and ready to roll (with sli t P I ad ust ents on t eir ro rietar ri s.

THE BEST PART ABOUT ORDERING A WHEEL SET FROM THESE FOLKS IS THEY ARRIVED PREINSTALLED AND READY TO ROLL

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Getting Unstuck With the excessive amount of rainfall takin lace at t e office o er t e su er e definitel didn t ant to ta e an c ances of getting stuck without a way out. That being said, we took care of both ends of our machine to make sure there was no way that could a en. In t e front of t e i e uee r e installed a Superwinch Terra 45 series winch kit.

Out back we installed the notorious TigerTail.

Not only does the TigerTail help if our machine but its also great for towing home a broken buggy as well thanks to the fact its spring loaded to retain tension.

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Clutching Bling en e re na i atin ti t trails and s ar turns feathering the throttle between clutch engagements and coasting is a constant. With the help of a clutch calibration kit from GBoost, we managed to all but eliminate harsh engagements and belt slippage and ultimately improved up & down s ift. In t e real orld at all of t is eans is a s oot er ride with better throttle control for navigating technical terrain.

a e one tri o er to t e ssault Industries e site and ou ll be hard pressed not to leave with a full shopping cart and a thinner wallet. To keep with the Lime Squeeze theme of this uild e ot a ellfire ront rill and a set of o er Mirrors. The impressive build quality of the mirrors helps them sta fir l in lace ile ou re atc in our uddies eadead lights disappear in the distance.

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With all the accessories we had been adding to tackle the trails, we knew we had to start being mindful of weight if we wanted to maintain performance.

The Soft Top Sunroof by Rigg Gear offered the ideal solution to concerns. We now had shade from the sun, the ability to open the sunroof when we wanted to get some extra rays, all in a feather light package easy to install package that was compatible with our roll cage mounted sound bar.

Storage Having a place to store a cold water and your valuables is often overlooked when it comes to hitting the trail for a day of riding. Rigg Gear also offered up some great solutions to our issues that were convenient to use and easy to install. Their Upper Door Bags and Mountable Rear Cooler offered all the storage space we needed to enjoy a full day on the trails, and still have a spot to store our phone while we played music over Bluetooth to the JBL sound bar.

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Electrical As our build neared completion we knew that one key comonent as oin to a e or rea t e ualit of our finis ed product, the wiring. The more electrical components you add to our u t e ore difficult t e are to ana e. ortunatel for us t e tea at Po er Products offered a clean and easy to install solution. Their Accessory Harness Kit is designed to cleanly wire in up to six accessories with rocker s itc es and fuses. e re ell on our a to utili in e er circuit in that harness and with the ease the harness offers for addin ore accessories do n t e road e aren t dreadin having to wire in more accessories one bit.

To compliment the Accessory Harness we hooked up with the folks at both Genesis Off-Road and Odyssey Battery. By combining the Genesis Dual Battery Kit with d sse s P batteries, we gave ourselves a fool proof power supply to run our speakers all night long without the fear of not having enough juice left in the batteries to crank our machine over and roll home. The Dual Battery Kit actually incorporates an isolator to remove the designated cranking battery from the accessory circuit and save those precious volts to crank your buggy over. Once rolling, the isolator disengages enabling both batteries to e c ar ed. It reall is a tric solution so ou re not left it a dead atter .

TO COMPLIMENT THE ACCESSORY HARNESS WE HOOKED UP WITH THE FOLKS AT BOTH GENESIS OFF-ROAD AND ODYSSEY BATTERY.

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Just the over all look and style of a a esi ns P i ts ill catc an one s attention on or off the trail. The LP9 has 9 projectin t at roduce o er 11,025 lumens at 105 watts, plus for inte rated eri eral technology that produces 1,140 lumens at 10.5 watts per side. e ne IP s ste i es out 200 degrees of usable light. With a set of t ese li ts on our machine you will be able to light up the whole trail! Head over too www.bajadesigns.com for your lighting needs.

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marked the 50th anniversary for the legendary amphibious vehicle - ARGO. From small beginnings, ARGO was born out of an opportunity from parent company Ontario Drive & Gear Limited (ODG), which was a Kitchener, Ontario, based manufacturer of transmissions and gears. Back in the mid-1960s, ODG was contracted to produce transmissions for another amphibious manufacturer in the area. Tough times hit that manufacturer, and as they went out of business, they left ODG holding the order for a number of amphibious vehicle transmissions.

From lemons comes lemonade; ODG seized the opportunity and instead of scraping those transmissions, they put a team together, put the nose to the grindstone, and in 1967 the ARGO was born.

The original ARGO featured a twostroke 400cc motor from Kohler, with a full sealed fi er lass od and BF Goodrich Fat Cat tires. The idea behind the ARGO was to create a fully amphibious vehicle that could traverse the harsh Canadian back country, and e a le to ta e unters fis er en and explorers to places that were unnavigable before. Throughout the 50 years of existence, the ARGO has seen serious innovations and improvements.

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However, three key characteristics have stayed the course for every ARGO that comes off the manufacturing line in New a ur ntario full sealed amphibious body. 2) A braked, engine powered transmission that creates skidt e steerin . o P I tires t at i es

the ARGO the incredible traction it is renowned for.

All manufacturing takes place in New Hamburg, Ontario, and ATV World had the opportunity to visit the plant and get an in-depth tour of the entire 67,000 square foot facility. What we found was

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a world-class manufacturing plant that is run by some of the most devoted e lo ees ou ill find. ou can still feel the small, family run business atmosphere that got ARGO to where it is today from the late 60s.

In rou t in ne President, Brad Darling, who has deep ties in the powersports industry and a istor it t e rand. rad s father worked for ARGO during the early inception of the brand in the early s. nder rad s direction has focused on expanding the dealer network and fast-tracking new product developments including a new line of ATVs introduced this year. We were able to convince President Brad Darling to take his foot off the throttle for just a few minutes, to gain a little more 411 on the company that is known as ARGO… Is there a story behind the name ARGO (Is it an acronym)?

One of many stories in Greek mythology is the tale of Jason and the Argonauts, the prince who sailed off in a s i na ed r o to find t e Golden Fleece and claim his throne.

Just like the ship that took Jason to his destination against incredible odds, toda s ill ta e t e odern adventure seeker through swamps, across lakes and over snow and ice.

We have maintained this tradition to name our products according to Greek t olo . a les li e t e entaur s i rot er aurus a eel ATV, and most recently Artemis, a robotic concept rover for exploring the Moon and Mars.

What is something that the average person may not know about ARGO? That we, for 50 years, have been manufacturing ARGO ATVs right here in Canada.

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I actuall a e t o fa orite areas one near Lake St Peter, Ontario, the extreme terrain is absolutely perfect for an Argo, and the other in Northern Minnesota, where you can ride through

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water, marsh, swamp and rocky terrain all within hours. A perfect spot for, “where the others end … an Argo begins”!

What is the best-selling, and most popular ARGO? Argo Avenger 8x8 ST What is the most extreme application that comes to mind, that an ARGO has found itself in?

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They set the record for climbing one of t e orld s i est olcanos. e o del alado is ile s i est ountain and is located in a remote location close to the Atacama Desert. Some of the crew even e to anada for a test dri e and e worked directly with them on training and maintenance. Pretty sure scaling the side

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of olcano can e classified as e tre e.

What is something you’re sure to find inside the company fridge?

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JUST ANOTHER RIDING SEASON

Once the driveway is cleared, the General will be ready to hit the trails this winter.

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ith just weeks to go before the jolly fat guy in the red suit makes a trip around the globe and hopefully down ours and c i ne I can onestl sa I ore u ed for t e ridin season t an I e e er een. o t icall t is ei tened sense of ent usias fueled an iet doesn t strike until the first signs of a prolonged spring thaw come knocking in mid-March. But the off-road landscape is changing, and more and more riders are discovering all four-seasons of off-road riding.

Of course, for those of you living in the southern portions of the United States, winter riding means you switch from a tee-shirt to a hoodie, but for the rest of us, riding during the heart of winter has more often than not, equated to not riding at all. Obviously, some enthusiasts have long relied on their ATV or side-by-side for utility type chores during the winter months. For example, I lo e to lo dri e a it side side. It s not onl faster t an a sno lo er ut it s a ec of lot ore fun. en t ere s t e fis in and untin side of t in s off road e icles have long been a favorite tool in my area for fall hunt preparation, ca in dut or earl ard ater fis in . at s c an ed ell for starters it sno not co in it t e sa e fre uenc or ferocit e e een accusto ed to ore and more enthusiasts have resisted the urge to store their ATV or side-by-side. The shoulder seasons have extended, and after riding with snow on the ground, some have discovered just how enjoyable winter riding can be.

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The vehicles themselves have also become more adept at keeping riders protected and warm during the winter months, especially side-by-sides. Case in point, Can-Am recently sent us their latest trail buggy, the Maverick Trail, and with it came a host of accessories desi ned s ecificall for cold eat er runnin .

Aside from the atypical windshield, roof, and cab enclosure, other niceties included in the care box were heated seats, heated steering wheel, and even a heated passenger grip bar. All of which was installed with plug and play simplicity.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, clubs and trail associations across North America are embracing off-road e icles as ia le inter recreation e icles. It asn t too lon ago when snowmobile clubs viewed ATVs and side-by-sides as disruptive, trail destroying machines. But over time, attitudes have changed, and along with a mixture of designated trails and multi-use trails coming on line, winter use has grown too.

Places like Quebec are well ahead of the curve in this arena.

Here multi-use, split trails, and ATV/UTV only trails are common place. And just like snowmobiles, off-road vehicles are not just tolerated in communities, they are welcomed, along with the money enthusiasts bring into the area for fuel, food, and lodging.

This kind of acceptance is happening outside of Quebec too. fe issues ac I rote a out o it as eco in ore and more common in my home state of Minnesota to see offroad e icles fillin o ular destination ars restaurants and lodges. While many of these same establishments still rely on snowmobiles during the winter months, off-road vehicles are slowly beginning to show up in the parking lots. Quite likely it is only a matter of time before more and more quads and side-bysides are lined up across the snow packed parking lot during the dead of winter. or t ese reasons and ecause I si l lo e to ride off road hibernation is fast becoming a distant memory. Winter is here, and it s ti e to ride.

Want to make your first winter ride a ‘can’t miss’ success… grill up some over the top, mega thick steaks to warm the body and off-road soul. Chances are everyone in your group will be back for the next winter ride.

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