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Suzuki Snags Manufacturer’s Cup Again

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With a single round left in the AMA ATV Motocross Championship, Suzuki has already clinched the prestigious Manufacturer’s Cup Award. This is the third year in a row that Suzuki has been the most winning brand in the series.

Suzuki received this honor by securing the most points of any manufacturer in the Pro class of the exciting 11-round series.

At least one racer on the Rockstar Makita Suzuki two-man team, Dustin Wimmer and Josh Creamer, have been on the podium each round and tallied a collective seven first-place finishes and seven double podiums.

In fact, as we head into the final round at Loretta LynnÂ’s Ranch, Wimmer and Creamer are the only two riders in contention for the 2010 AMA ATV Motocross Championship.

Suzuki’s National Sales Manager, Rod Lopusnak, is proud of winning the coveted Manufacturer’s Cup. “2010 not only marks the third year in a row that the QuadRacer R450 has won the most races, but it comes during our celebration of the 50th year of international racing. We are very proud of this achievement as it demonstrates just how good a product this sport ATV is, as well as the kind of commitment Suzuki has made to the sport.”

The QuadRacer R450 has certainly been the ATV to beat this year, as in the previous three years, and has so far secured a 62-point lead over the next brand.

Suzuki is excited about finishing the AMA ATV MX series with a Championship as well as this coveted award.

FIRST LOOK: 2011 Polaris Ranger 500 EFI

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The minds at Polaris came up with a big one last season putting a potent 400 mill in a mid sized Ranger. This chassis is smaller than its XP brother and able to fit in the back of a pickup, making transport super easy and opening up uses for riders who don’t own a trailer. The truth is, the 400 engine works so well in this smaller frame it matches up with some 500cc units offered by the competition. Smart.

So how does Polaris trump a dessert already covered in maraschino cherries and whipped cream? For 2011, its mid-sized frame boasts a fuel injected 500 powerplant. This 4-stroke single is one of the industry’s smoothest and most powerful 500cc engines. Packed neatly beneath the seat of this mid-sized workhorse is ample power to move you over your favorite trail smoothly. Hook a plow to the front of this puppy for clearing snow and you’re ensured smooth and even EFI power when the mercury dips into the cold zone.

Here’s another bonus for 500 EFI Ranger buyers. This configuration is also available in a 4-seater! Yup, on the heels of the incredibly cool RZR S 4, Polaris has taken this mid sized chassis and stretched it like warm dough to offer an extra row of seats. Load up the family for a day on the trails or pack your hunting buddies comfortably in your Camo Ranger with loads of room for guns, gear and leftover space for your trophy kill.

This 500cc EFI engine configuration in both single and 2-row variations works amazingly well. Our test pilots absolutely love the carbureted 400 mid-sized Ranger and it’s often difficult to get a spin on it as it’s always in the hands of another rider. The 500 EFI-edition we rode recently in Montana displayed the same great handling characteristics with a noticeable dose of extra power and smoothness.

We eagerly await the arrival of our long-term test unit to get some extended saddle time. We also look forward to pitting this 500 EFI against other 500 side-x-sides in this class. Stay tuned, there’s more to come.

CVT Belt Installation and Maintenance

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AJ Lester installs a Dayco belt on our Renegade Xxc and reviews the importance of ensuring your belt is in tip top shape before each ride.

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TEST RIDE: Yamaha Grizzly Silver Tip Edition

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Dirt Trax Co-Host Luke Lester shows off Yamaha’s 700 Grizzly Silver Tip Edition.

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Chad Wienen takes Red Bud Pro MX

Team Motoworks / Can-Am now has two Pro-class overall wins in the past three rounds of the AMA ATV Motocross National series after Chad Wienen raced his Can-Am DS 450 ATV to a win at Red Bud near Buchanan, MI this past weekend.

This is the first overall win of the year for Wienen and his first on the Can-Am DS 450. In all, there were four Can-Am DS 450 ATVs in the top 10 Pro-class finishing spots.

“Chad went into the weekend with confidence in himself and his Can-Am machine, as he went out and had fun racing on one of his favorite tracks on the circuit,” says Jimmie O’Dell, Racing Manager for Can-Am ATVs at BRP. “The entire team worked extremely hard all weekend to put him in the position for this win. Everyone at BRP is very proud of him and it’s exciting to see Chad earn his first national win on the DS 450.”

Wienen set the pace early on when he pulled the fastest qualifying time during Saturday’s final practice session and earned the fast qualifier award on Sunday morning.

In the first moto, he was fifth out of the holeshot and quickly passed his way to third, but ran out of time to advance farther in the moto. In the second moto, however, he quickly passed for the lead and pulled the fastest lap of anyone during the weekend.

“Red Bud is my favourite track so I came out here to have fun and I am really excited to take the win. It’s a really great accomplishment and I am glad to be able to give it my best. I have to thank all my sponsors, including Can-Am and Motoworks for helping me make it happen,” said Wienen. “I felt really good at qualifiers and my quad was running great. I was pretty happy about getting the fastest time.”

In the amateur classes, Cole Henry, swept the Production A races on his Can-Am DS 450 going 1-1 for the weekend overall in the class. This gives him the Production A class championship for the year with one round still left to go in the season.

“It probably won’t sink in until later on, but I wrapped up the Production A Championship with this win today, so I am really stoked about that.” Said Cole Henry “I’ve been working hard all season and it has finally paid off.”

The final round in the AMA ATV Motocross Championship will be August 14-15 at Loretta Lynn’s near Hurricane Mills, TN. For more information on Can-Am racing, the entire 2010 schedule, the 2010 contingency program and DS 450 amateur racer support program, please visit www.can-amxteam.com.

Polaris Limited Edition ATVs and Side-by-Sides

Polaris Industries today announced the companyÂ’s new limited edition ATV and Side-by-Side offerings.

2011 Sportsman XP® 850 EPS-Orange Madness

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Orange Madness automotive-style paint
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· Lock & Ride front storage box with 8.2 gallons of capacity
· 14-inch machined black cast aluminum wheels with Carlisle AT 489 II tires

The MSRP (US) is $9,999, and the MSRP (Canada) is $12,199. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 Sportsman XP 850/550 EPS-Browning® Edition with Pursuit® Camo

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Photo realistic Polaris Pursuit® Camo
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· 14-inch Polaris Pursuit Camo steel wheels with Carlisle AT 489 II tires
· Rear work lights
· Rear rack extender
· 2500 lb. winch
· Hand and thumb warmers
· Lock & Ride® Gun Scabbard

The MSRP (US) is $9,299 for the Sportsman 550 EPS and $10,999 for the Sportsman XP 850 EPS. The MSRP (Canada) is $11,299 for the Sportsman 550 EPS and $13,399 for the Sportsman XP 850 EPS. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 Sportsman Touring 850 EPS-Super Graphite

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Super Graphite automotive-style paint
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· Active Descent Control with the Electronic Braking System
· Lock & Ride rear storage box included along with standard passenger seat
· 2500 lb winch
· Mirrors
· Handlebar handguards
· Hand and thumb warmers
· 14-inch machined black cast aluminum wheels with Carlisle AT 489 II tires

The MSRP (US) is $11,999, and the MSRP (Canada) is $14,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 Sportsman X2 850 –Sage Green

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Big Bore 850 twin engine
· Carlisle AT 489 II tires

The MSRP (US) is $10,499, and the MSRP (Canada) is $12,799. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER XP® 800-Crimson Red

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Crimson Red painted hood, dash and glove box with custom matched side panel decals
· Turbo Silver painted front and rear suspension springs
· Custom Sandstone hood accent decals
· Custom cut & sew stitched Red and Sandstone deluxe seats
· 12-inch black Crusher rims with PXT tires

The MSRP (US) is $11,799, and the MSRP (Canada) is $14,099. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in July.

2011 RANGER XP 800 –Northwoods Green

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Northwoods Green painted hood, dash and glove box with custom matched side panel decals
· Turbo Silver painted front and rear suspension springs
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Northwoods Green deluxe seats
· 12-inch black Crusher rims with PXT tires

The MSRP (US) is $11,799, and the MSRP (Canada) is $14,099. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in July.

2011 RANGER XP 800 XP EPS –Sandstone Metallic

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· Sandstone Metallic painted hood, dash and glove box with custom matched side panel decals
· Turbo Silver painted front and rear suspension springs
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Sandstone deluxe seats
· 12″ black Crusher rims with PXT tires

The MSRP (US) is $12,599, and the MSRP (Canada) is $15,199. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER XP 800 -Browning Edition with Pursuit® Camo

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Exclusive Browning Edition RANGER with Pursuit® camo hood, dash and glove box with custom-matched side panel decals
· Factory Installed Polaris 4500 lb. winch
· Dual Lock & Ride® black gun scabbards, positioned above bed
· Custom cut & sew Browning seat with Buck Mark decal
· Matte Black steel rims with Polaris PXT tires

The MSRP (US) is $12,899, and the MSRP (Canada) is $15,449. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in July.

2011 RANGER CREW 800 –Super Graphite with Electronic Power Steering

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· Super Graphite painted hood, dash and glove box with custom matched side panel decals
· Carbon Fiber print instrument panel
· Turbo Silver painted front and rear suspension springs
· Custom cut & sew stitched Graphite and Carbon Fiber deluxe seats
· 12″ black Crusher rims with PXT tires

The MSRP (US) is $13,599, and the MSRP (Canada) is $16,399. Machines will be available in US and Canadian dealerships in July.

2011 RANGER RZR 800 EPS-Orange Madness

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
· Orange Madness painted hood, dash and box panels
· Custom graphics package
· White painted front and rear suspension springs
· Custom three-color cut & sew stitched Black, Orange and White seats with RZR emblem
· Maxxis® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $12,399, and the MSRP (Canada) is $15,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER RZR 800-Boardwalk Blue/White

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· White painted dash with Boardwalk Blue painted box panels, Gloss Black hood
· Custom graphics package
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Charcoal Carbon · · Filter seats with RZR emblem
· White painted front and rear suspension springs
· Maxxis® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $11,599, and the MSRP (Canada) is $14,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER RZR 800-Indy Red/White

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· White painted dash with Indy Red painted box panels, Gloss Black hood
· Custom graphics package
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Charcoal Carbon · · Filter seats with RZR emblem
· White painted front and rear suspension springs
· Maxxis® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $11,599, and the MSRP (Canada) is $14,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER RZR S 800-Gloss Black/Orange Madness

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Gloss Black painted dash with Orange Madness painted hood and rear panels
· Custom graphics package
· Custom three-color cut & sew stitched Black, Orange and White seats with RZR emblem
· Orange Madness painted front and rear suspension springs
· Maxxis® Bighorn® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $13,999, and the MSRP (Canada) is $17,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER RZR S 800-Gloss Black/Carbon Fiber

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Gloss Black painted dash with Carbon Fiber hood and rear panel graphics
· Custom graphics package
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Carbon Fiber seats with Red RZR emblem
· Indy Red painted front and rear suspension springs
· Maxxis® Bighorn® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $13,999, and the MSRP (Canada) is $17,499. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in August.

2011 RANGER RZR 4 800-Gloss Black/Carbon Fiber Robby Gordon Edition

Additional features on the limited edition model include:
· Gloss Black painted dash with Carbon Fiber hood and rear panel graphics
· Custom graphics package
· Custom cut & sew stitched Black and Carbon Fiber seats with Red RZR emblem
· Indy Red painted front and rear suspension springs
· Maxxis® Bighorn® tires on 12″ black Crusher rims

The MSRP (US) is $14,999, and the MSRP (Canada) is $17,999. Machines are available in US and Canadian dealerships in July.

Dirt Trax ATV Maintenance Tips

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Luke Lester shares his pre-ride checklist that you should go over before every ride.

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TEST RIDE: Kymco 500 UXV Side-x-Side

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Motorhead Mark Lester take Kymco’s 500cc UXV side-x-side out on the trails and shares his impressions of this UTV.

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FIRST LOOK: 2011 Polaris Sportsman 400

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By now you’ve likely seen the 2011 Polaris lineup slathered all across the Internet. If you haven’t, head over to Polaris’ site and check out the new metal. Polaris has introduced so much new stuff for 2011 you definitely wonÂ’t be bored checking it all out.

Probably the biggest news on the ATV side is the new update to the Sportsman 400. If you watch Dirt Trax this season, you’ll see us talk a lot about the 2010 Sportsman 400 and how its undersized dimensions are just too small for the average male rider. Add some more cheeseburgers to that equation and its just downright uncomfortable. Well, not any more.

Polaris has fitted the more than capable 455cc HO carbureted mill into the same full size Sportsman chassis as the 500 HO. This revamped edition is jammed all the features found on the other full-size Sportsman ATVs including low range…FINALLY.

In this chassis, the 455cc motor, really shines and larger lads can finally ride this mill hard without feeling like weÂ’re saddled to a youth-sized ATV.

Polaris has intentionally gone after this highly competitive segment with a more than solid offering. The Sportsman is an office favorite around here and weÂ’re happy to see this mill available in a beefier body so that test pilots of all sizes can now enjoy it to its fullest.

Be sure to check out the 2011 Polaris intro coming up on Dirt Trax Television and stay tuned for more impressions of the all-grown-up Sportsman 400 HO.

Slime Power Sport Smart SpAIR

The wind blowing gently through the trees, crickets chirping, these are peaceful and welcome sounds you can enjoy out in the woods. These sounds are much less enjoyable when you finally shut the ignition off and realize youÂ’re 20 miles from camp with a flat and you forgot to pack your repair kit.

Something you should never head out on the trails without is a Slime Power Sport Smart SpAIR kit. This kit could save your legs the unwanted hike back out of the woods and can get you back on the trails and safely to camp before dinner.

The Slime Power Sport Smart SpAIR kit comes complete with an 8oz bottle of Slime tire sealant, a High-Powered 12-volt 300-PSI air compressor and all the necessary fittings. Best of all the compressor weighs less than 3 pounds and is just about the size of a Blackberry phone so it can tuck easily into your pack without being a burden.

Truthfully, you may run your entire season without experiencing a flat tire, but the one time you get one youÂ’ll be happy you brought your Slime.

Visit www.slime.com for more information.