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KAWASAKI DONATES MULE TO BOYS TOWN

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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., just announced the donation of a 2017 MULE PRO-FXT™ LE to benefit Boys Town California to be auctioned off at the annual Night of Hope event, November 5th, 2017. With an MSRP of $16,099 this powerful Kawasaki product is sure to garner tremendous attention. The auction will be hosted at The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, California.

This limited edition 2017 MULE PRO-FXT has incomparable strength and endless durability backed by over a century of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. engineering knowledge. The PRO FXT side x side’s three-passenger Trans-Cab™ system can easily convert to six-passenger mode for a revolutionary new way to work and play. The 2017 MULE PRO series of side x sides feature the fastest and most powerful MULE™ models Kawasaki has ever built.

Boys Town California has a significant achievement for this year’s auction, as it will be celebrating its 25th year. Next year, Boys Town will be celebrating its 100th anniversary of servicing the United States.

“We’re excited to be able to help benefit such an incredible cause, again this year,” said Bill Jenkins, Senior Vice President, Sales Operations at Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., and member of the Boys Town California Board of Directors. “The Boys Town of California helps children and families in need and the Night of Hope is a major event for Orange County, I’m pleased that Kawasaki, as a longstanding resident of Orange County, is stepping up to support for the second year in a row.”

Boys Town California was started in 1991 with the mission of providing programs focused on saving children of abuse in Southern California. Boys Town operates seven family homes in the region, reserved for youth who are unable to return to their homes as a result of abuse or neglect. In an effort to prevent out-of-home placement and keep families intact, Boys Town also provides intervention assistance through in-home family services and community support services.

Just last year the Night of Hope raised over $140,000, with all proceeds going directly to children and families in need. For information about the 2016 Night of Hope gala and auction participation, please visit boystown.org/california or Call 714-856-4356.

YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS: The Game Changer

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YAMAHA YXZ1000R SS: The Game Changer

Testing off-road vehicles is never something we regret doing. No guff, right? We know it and we’re the first to admit we are very fortunate to be able to do this for a living.

Sometimes though, you leave a destination and a riding experience so unbelievable, so exhilarating, you can’t stop thinking about it. This is one of those times.

Being the only guy in the Dirt Trax crew to not get saddle time on the YXZ1000R SS has been bothering me for too long. When the chance came up to test one in the majestic backdrop near St. George, Utah… I quickly claimed this adventure for myself.

The red rock and sandy terrain accented with mountains and an oasis-like lake was surreal but what I really came there for was to put the YXZ1000R SS paddle shifting beast through its paces.

As usual, Yamaha encouraged us to push its machine to the limits so once we were set free to let er rip, I put the SS on course for some down-right abuse. The YXZ loves to rev, in fact it takes some getting used to because it performs best when you let it scream before hitting the next gear. The lesson learned here was to think one gear lower than what felt “normal”. Once I accepted the fact the YXZ was actually at its best when worked this way, my confidence as a driver quickly became something I’d never experienced before.

Driving confidence was multiplied tenfold for two main reasons. First, the paddle shifting experience is hands-down the greatest thing I’ve encountered on an off-road vehicle. I’m not exaggerating. I found myself shifting more often and gearing down to increase RPM to get mega-grunt in corners and power shifting where I would have normally just been happy to maintain touring speed. What results though, when you have such ease of shifting, is truly remarkable and enlightening.

I would be remiss if I didn’t talk about the other key and unique feature which inspires unparalleled rider confidence, the suspension on the YXZ1000R. The specially designed FOX Podium X2 shocks on this machine are nothing short of heavenly. After our first abusive half-hour lap I told one of the Yamaha guys I almost felt guilty for pounding the machine so hard. He chuckled confidently and said, “That’s what it loves… keep at it.” I can, and will, get into a more in-depth explanation on the details of these shocks in a future article but for now all you need to know is this. If I was handing out medals for shocks, they would have to create a new Platinum category because the X2 Podiums (ridefox.com) are so much better than anything else I’ve ever tested.

For a rider who is usually happy to set the speed on cruise-control (that’s me), I found myself feeling like I could push harder and ride aggressively. I felt perfectly in control but the racer-like thrill consumed me for the first time riding a SxS or for as long as I can remember. In that moment I was Corry Weller (corryweller.com)…wait, umm…I was Dustin Nelson. Yeah – that’s right.

Also see:

2017 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS Review

ITP Mud Lite II

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ITP Mud Lite II

ITP today unveiled the Mud Lite II multi-terrain tire, for ATV and side-by-side vehicles. The Mud Lite II features a next generation design with an all-new profile, carcass, tread compound and pattern.

“The original Mud Lite tire, one of the most popular tires in our diverse lineup, was designed for ATVs prior to the introduction of side-by-side vehicles,” stated Rhett Turpin, Head of ITP Sales. “The new Mud Lite II offers the same proven performance as the original, but has been optimized in both profile and design for use with modern side-by-side vehicles.”

To minimize tire flex, increase support and reduce wear, the Mud Lite II tire has unique “tendons” that connect and stretch between the tire’s lugs. The centerline dimpled, v-shaped lugs enhance traction on the trail while the lug height and positioning makes for an incredibly smooth ride on hard pack. The new multi-terrain Mud Lite II carries a robust 6-ply rating and the lug height varies from ¾-inch to 1 1/8-inch, depending on the size. The tire’s shoulder also features an enhanced tread treatment for added sidewall protection and grip.

MUD PROPERTIES

Dimpled center lugs and a re-engineered chevron pattern provide massive forward traction in the mud. This tread design improves bite and enhances the tire’s self-cleaning capabilities. The tire’s shoulder features an innovative mud breaker tread design, which sits slightly raised on the tire between the taller chevron lugs, to channel debris and reduce the dreaded horsepower-robbing suction drag in muddy terrain.

“ITP engineered the next generation Mud Lite II tire with new levels of innovation and integrated technology to meet the modern demands of ATV and side-by-side vehicle owners and riders who seek optimal durability, exceptional performance and versatility from an all-terrain tire,” said Turpin.

The Mud Lite II is available in the following sizes:

– 25×8-12 / 25×10-12
– 26×9-12 / 26×11-12
– 27×9-12 / 27×11-12 / 27×9-14 / 27×11-14
– 28 x9-14 / 28 x11-14
– 30×9-14 / 30×11-14

MSRP will range from $90 – $190 depending on tire size. The Mud Lite II will arrive in dealerships in December 2016.

Since 1982, ITP has been the world’s #1 ATV/UTV aftermarket tire and wheel source. The premier ITP products are developed utilizing an experienced staff of engineers, designers and technicians at its two American tire facilities in Clinton, Tennessee, and Jackson, Tennessee, to develop award-winning tire-and-wheel designs for virtually all ATVs and side-by-side vehicles. Numerous outlets distribute ITP tires across the United States and in more than 25 countries worldwide. ITP is a registered trademark of The Carlstar Group, LLC. For a free, full- color ITP catalog, call toll-free: 1-800-889-7367. Tech questions call: 1-909-390-1905.

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2017 CAN-AM DEFENDER HD5

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2017 CAN-AM DEFENDER HD5

BRP (TSX:DOO) has expanded its line of Can-Am Defender utility-recreational off-road vehicles with the launch of the new Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle. The Defender platform is now available with a mid-size engine, offering both value and performance while maintaining the Defender vehicle’s highly touted tough, capable and clever design.

“The 2017 Can-Am Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle provides full-size functionality and unmatched versatility at an attractive price point,” explained Marc-André Dubois, Global Marketing Director, Can-Am Off-Road. “This addition of the handy Defender HD5 packages helps us expand the Defender family lineup to meet market demand and also grow the Can-Am footprint in the highly popular utility-recreation segment of the industry.”

TOUGH

The 2017 Can-Am Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle is every bit as tough as its larger siblings. The Rotax HD5 engine has been calibrated to supply excellent power and torque for work on the farm and in the field. The engine requires no break-in service and remains maintenance-free for one year or up to 1,865 miles (3,000 km) or 200 running hours. Additionally, the durable CVT comes equipped with engine braking, drive belt protection and a work-ready low range as standard equipment.

CAPABLE

The Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle is equipped with a dependable high-strength, low-alloy steel chassis. A double A-arm front suspension, unique Torsional Trailing A-arm (TTA-HD) rear suspension and twin-tube, gas-charged shocks supply 10 in. (26.7 cm) of travel, front and rear. The Can-Am HD5 side-by-side vehicle also has a 10.5-inch (26.7-cm) ground clearance, selectable 2WD / 4WD Visco-Lok auto-locking front differential and 25-in. (63.5-cm) Maxxis tires on 12-in. (30.5cm) wheels for superior off-road capabilities.

The Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle also delivers impressive capacities, with its ability to tow up to 1,500 lbs. (680 kg) and a payload capacity of 1,200 lbs. (544 kg). The heavy-duty cargo box has intuitive adaptability to go with its 600 lbs. (272 kg) rated capacity, tilting bed and fully functional tailgate. It also has the industry’s largest fuel tank, at 10.6 gal. (40 L), meaning more time for work and less time spent refuelling.

CLEVER

A roomy, intuitive cockpit is designed to be fully functional and comfortable with cab pillars pushed forward, an open-dash configuration and a truck-inspired VERSA-PRO bench seat that accommodates up to three adults and flips up for added space in the cab. The Defender DPS HD5 package features up to 10.4 gal. (39.5 L) of onboard storage with its cup holders, under-dash storage and industry-exclusive, water-resistant toolbox. The cargo box presents additional usefulness with its integrated design elements like the LinQ quick-attach system, built-in anchors and tie-down points and many recesses for easy box separator solutions.

The 2017 Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle is available in two packages (base and DPS) and up to three available colors, including an optional, water-dipped Mossy Oak Break-Up Country camo finish. The Defender family of side-by-side vehicles is also highly adaptable with a line of 160 genuine Can-Am accessories, giving owners numerous customization choices.

The tough, capable and clever 2017 Defender HD5 side-by-side vehicle is an exceptional value complete with full-size accommodations designed to improve comfort and convenience for simplifying tough jobs.

BRP (TSX:DOO) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of powersports vehicles and propulsion systems. Its portfolio includes Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am all-terrain and side-by-side vehicles, Can-Am Spyder roadsters, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. BRP supports its line of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business. With annual sales of over CA$3.8 billion from over 100 countries, the Company employs approximately 7,900 people worldwide.

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ELKA STAGE 1 SHOCK ABSORBERS

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ELKA STAGE 1 SHOCK ABSORBERS

Maybe you’ve been noticing the performance of your ATV or SxS’s suspension has been losing some of its ride quality recently.

If you’ve got some spare change in your piggybank, it might be a perfect time to consider upgrading your shocks. While you’ve noticed us upgrading a lot of rideS with Elka’s premium Stage 5 shocks, their Stage 1 shock offerings are nothing short of excellent.

First, Stage 1 Elka’s are model specific. That means they’re tailor-made specifically for your ATV or Side x Side model. Although Stage 1’s are not the ultimate high performance product for say, a racer – they are perfect for recreational sport riders, looking for an immediate improvement in ride quality at trail speeds and occasional high speed running. Elka will even custom tailor the shock valving for your specific weight and riding style.

Stage 1 Elkas are a hard-anodized 36mm diameter HPG aluminum monotube body design. Their internal floating piston engineering with low-friction internals uses Elka’s unique triple sealing system to eliminate gas or oil bypass and bleed-down as you use them.

Threaded spring collars to adjust preload and ride height are the only form of adjustment with this easy-to-use shock upgrade. You won’t need to worry about adjusting damping with clickers because of custom attention Elka pays by custom valving the shocks for the ideal setting for your particular vehicle and rider characteristics.

There’s also a big synthetic snubber at the bottom of the shock shaft to prevent hard bottoming when you use the full extent of your vehicle’s travel.

Beyond the noticeable improvement in ride quality and vehicle control you’ll also notice a reduction in unsprung weight with Stage 1’s, especially if you’re replacing twin tube steel bodied hydraulic or gas cell shocks on your ATV or SxS.

This aftermarket shock upgrade is a perfect example of being able to get a huge change in your off-road vehicle without spending a fortune. We’ve tried them and know you’ll love the difference.

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7TH WORLD TECHNICAL GRAND PRIX

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This past week Yamaha Motor Corp. hosted the 7th World Technical Grand Prix (WTGP) in Iwata, Shizuoka, Japan at Yamaha Motor Corp. headquarters. The WTGP is a competition that not only tests technical skill, but also the mind and effort of technicians as they work to improve customer satisfaction.

After a qualifying process that included 32,739 competitors, the field was whittled down to representatives from 21 countries. With that, it was Luke Pakkala from Oakville Yamaha that took home 2nd place in the sport bike category offering Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. its first podium finish at the WTGP!

Leading up to the event, Luke explained how his 10 years of Yamaha dealership experience had helped prepare him for the challenges faced in the competition. The approach Luke and his dealership take with their customers helped him focus on the basics of having thorough product knowledge, good work habits and slowing down. Through his WTGP involvement, Luke is looking to continue to improve his teaching and management skills, noting, “I would like to expand my focus on teaching habits for engaging employees, apprentices and future apprentices.”

The WTGP is an expansion of the Yamaha Technical Academy (YTA) training program that is utilized around the world for technicians based on Yamaha’s own globally standardized guidelines. The culmination of the YTA program is the National Technical Grand Prix (NTGP) which is held in various regions around the world. Once every two years, the elite technicians who won the NTGP in their own country come together at the WTGP in Japan.

The objective of the WTGP is to generate greater motivation and willingness to attain higher skills among Yamaha technicians who were trained in the YTA education program. Specifically, the focus for 2016 was to offer technicians who are making efforts to improve their skill and service performance based on “One to One Service” a platform to showcase their talent.

Reflecting upon the demanding competition and his efforts, Luke praised Yamaha’s willingness, at all levels of business, to listen to employees at the dealership level about what works and what does not.

Congratulations to all those that competed in the 7th WTGP and Luke Pakkala for representing Yamaha Motor Canada in the utmost professional manner!

Polaris WORCS Results

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Polaris WORCS Results

WORCS Round 10, the last race of the season, would take Polaris Factory Racers to Buffalo Bills, in Primm, Nev.

Polaris RZR dominated WORCS taking all the podium spots in both the SxS Pro Unlimited Class and SxS Pro class, and took all the top spots for the series.

Polaris Factory Racer Beau Baron won the SxS Pro Unlimited class in his RZR XP Turbo EPS. The win moved him to second in the class standings behind fellow Polaris Factory Racer Ryan Piplic who won the 2016 Championship. Piplic also took third in the SxS Pro Class race in his RZR XP 1000 EPS.

Beau Baron is sponsored by Polaris, CST Tires, Holz, Sparks,Walker Evans, Tireblocks, Pro Motorsports, Shoei, X Brand Goggles, Atvriders.com, H&M Motorsports, Paso Polaris.

Ryan Piplic is sponsored by Polaris, Maxxis, Fox, Longtravel Industries, Nelson&Nelson, Method Race Wheels, Muzzys, Rugged Radios, Tire Blocks, Beard, Antigravity Batteries, 50 Caliber and RAD Custom Graphics.

Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader with annual 2015 sales of $4.7 billion. Polaris fuels the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts with our RANGER, RZR and POLARIS GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; our SPORTSMAN and POLARIS ACE all-terrain off-road vehicles; VICTORY and INDIAN MOTORCYCLE midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; SLINGSHOT moto-roadsters; and Polaris RMK, INDY, SWITCHBACK and RUSH snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories sold under multiple recognizable brands, and has a growing presence in adjacent markets globally with products including military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles.

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2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 Introduction

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2017 Can-Am Maverick X3 Introduction

AJ attends the Can-Am dealer introduction of the all new and highly anticipated Maverick X3.

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PRO POINT 60 GALLON HI-FLO AIR COMPRESSOR

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PRO POINT 60 GALLON HI-FLO AIR COMPRESSOR

Love it or hate it – maintenance and repairs go hand in hand with the sport we love.

Owning the right tools always makes any job go easier. We’ve come to love our 60 Gallon Single Stage Super Hi-Flo Cast Iron Pro-Point Air Compressor from Princess Auto.

It’s small enough to fit into the corner of the shop yet delivers dependable industrial performance delivering 18 CFM @ 90 PSI with 155 maximum PSI for optimum tool performance. This provides enough power to operate more than one air tool or device at a time. Its High performance cast iron 3 cylinder pump sits atop the low profile 60 gallon take making this unit less top heavy than traditional vertical compressors.

Internally, its TOPS motor (Thermal Overload Protection System) protects the motor from voltage fluctuation and one piece cast iron crankcase and durable Swedish stainless flex valves gives you the confidence that this compressor will last a lifetime.

For more information on tools from Princess Auto visit princessauto.com

Nelson and Weller Dominate California

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Nelson and Weller Dominate California

KENNESAW, Ga. – October 10, 2016 – Yamaha’s supported Side-by-Side (SxS) racer Dustin Nelson has won the Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Racing Series of Southern California, followed by Yamaha-supported Corry Weller in the Production 1000 class. The two held the first and second place spots in the series standings the entire season piloting Yamaha’s YXZ1000R pure sport SxS.

Dustin Nelson won the Production 1000 class, with seven first place finishes, placing no lower than second in each race. He finished the series with 430 points in the standings, the only racer to reach 400 points in the series. Corry Weller finished the series in second, with six podium finishes and 397 points. Between the two racers, Yamaha’s YXZ1000R won every race in the series.

“The YXZ1000R was solid, consistent and the manual transmission provided a level of control that the rest of the field could not match,” Nelson said. “And we weren’t just beating the other production models – we were consistently faster than the unlimited class as well. It’s impressive to see an all-new machine come out and dominate so quickly. The YXZ1000R has changed the sport.”

Nelson was the first driver to win in the YXZ1000R after capturing the 2015 Lake Elsinore Grand Prix title just after the all-new YXZ1000R was introduced. He also currently leads the Lucas Oil Regional Series in Arizona with five wins.

Weller, who took second overall in the Lucas Oil California regional series, finished an impressive 47 points ahead of the rest of the Production 1000 class in her YXZ1000R, and is also running second in the Lucas Oil Regional Series in Arizona. She won The Off-Road Championship (TORC) series’ first ever Pro Stock UTV Championship last month, becoming the first driver to win a national championship in the YXZ1000R, and the first woman to win a TORC series of any class.

“The YXZ1000R is changing the game – delivering an unprecedented direct connection between driver and machine and levels of durability and performance never before seen in SxS racing,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s ATV and SxS group marketing manager. “Dustin, Corry and their YXZ1000Rs have owned this series all year. They are amazing competitors with tremendous talent and unmatched machines, and they’ve shown the rest of the field that a new level of performance will be required to compete from now on.”

The YXZ1000R is the world’s first and only pure sport Side-by-Side. It features the first five-speed sequential shift manual transmission and three-cylinder 998cc engine in a SxS, delivering an unmatched direct connection experience between driver and machine. Last month, Yamaha announced a Sport Shift (SS) version of the vehicle, the YXZ1000R SS, delivering a high-tech paddle shifting experience with an automated clutch system eliminating the need for a clutch pedal and opening the pure sport market to a wide range of enthusiasts.

Follow Yamaha at www.facebook.com/yamahamotorusa, www.twitter.com/yamahamotorusa and www.instagram.com/yamahamotorusa #Yamaha #YamahaRacing #YXZ1000R

About Yamaha Motor Corp., USA
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, (YMUS) a leader in the motorsports market, makes the toughest, most capable and versatile ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings also include motorcycles, outboard motors, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, boats, outdoor power equipment, accessories, apparel and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of dealers in the United States. Headquartered in Cypress, Calif., since its incorporation in 1976, Yamaha also has facilities in Wisconsin and Georgia, as well as factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. For more information on Yamaha, visit www.yamahamotorsports.com.

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