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Yoshimura is now shipping the RS-8 exhaust for the Yamaha Rhino in both a slip-on and full system version. Both systems are sure get the most out of the popular side-by-side.

The RS-8 Slip-On for the Rhino 700 is a definite value with a durable, high-grade stainless steel mid-pipe and stainless steel muffler sleeve.

This muffler system also features a mechanical baffle, so it doesn’t require repacking. Just follow the simple, step-by-step installation instructions and you will be ready to ride!

The RS-2D Dual Full System for the Rhino 700 is all about performance. Features include durable, high-grade stainless steel headers and mid-pipes with aluminum muffler sleeves, and removable USFS approved 96dB low-volume inserts.

Simply follow our step-by-step installation instructions and you will be ready to charge!

Available at your local dealer.

Part # 2362700 Stainless Steel Slip On (RS-8)
MSRP: $395

Part # 2362500 Stainless Steel Full System Dual (RS-2D)
MSRP: $795

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The RANGER RZR continues to be a force in the racing world, this time by not only winning the UTV class at the Baja 500 but by being the first side-by-side to ever finish the race.

After being the last vehicle to start, Mark Lindsay’s team, consisting of Lindsay, driver Phil Holdsworth and co-driver Michael King, raced the sole RANGER RZR entry to the finish line in 19:49:30.

Thirty-three miles into the race, the challenge of a loose, rocky incline brought the vehicles in front of Lindsay to a stand-still. When it was finally his turn, he blew through the obstacle with ease. The RANGER RZR did well through the sand washes, silt beds, whoops and everything the race threw its way.

“Being the first side-by-side to finish and win the Baja 500 UTV Class is a true testament to the quality and ability of the RANGER RZR,” said Craig Scanlon, product line sales manager for the Polaris Side x Side Division. “We congratulate Mark Lindsay and his team for continuing to show the RANGER RZR can dominate even in the most extreme conditions.”

When asked why he chose a RANGER RZR for the race, Lindsay responded, “For the Baja? This isn’t farm work, you need a real machine out here.”

Lindsay’s team was sponsored by Afraidium Racing, FST, BS Sand, Iron City Polaris, Bronco Clutch, F2 Racing, HMF Exhaust, The Lindsay Group RE/MAX, MAXXIS tires, TireBalls, OMF Wheels and King shocks.

On June 25, Suzuki formally introduced the 2009 QuadSport LT-Z400 at a media event held at the Vessels Stallion Farm in Bonsall, California.

Against a backdrop of grazing thoroughbreds, this race-horse breeding farm proved to be a fitting venue to show off the 2009 enhancements to this well-bred champion ATV.

Since its inception in 2002, the QuadSport Z400 has had an impressive racing heritage as well as being a popular and versatile all-around sport ATV.

The design concept for the 2009 QuadSport Z400 was “Engineered for Fun” and with the additional performance improvements and cutting-edge QuadRacer R450-styling, the Z400 certainly lives up to its objective.

“The 2003 LT-Z400 took ATV performance to a new level,” Glenn Hansen, Suzuki’s Communication Manager explained during the presentation. “It pushed the performance edge and gave Doug Gust the Championship in the 2004 Pro Production class. The 2009 QuadSport has once again set a new level of performance.”

In addition to adopting the aggressive QuadRacer R-450 look, the new Z400 borrowed other elements from its racy sibling. First and foremost is the addition of Fuel Injection.

Electronic fuel injection gives the Z400 a noticeably smoother and quicker throttle response, improved starting and performance in a variety of conditions, and improved fuel efficiency.

Mel Harris, Vice President of American Suzuki Motor Corporation, spoke highly of the efforts that went into the design: “Suzuki is definitely the leader with fuel injection in its products.”

The 2009 model also boasts an R450-like logic and ignition system. This Engine Control Unit monitors throttle position, engine RPM and the rate of change of both. By deciding the optimum settings for volume and timing, the ECU also gives the ATV improved traction.

The new QuadSport’s engine updates include a change in cam profile and timing, an intake port redesign, change in internal muffler structure and shorter exhaust header pipe.

These four elements help deliver a noticeable improvement in low to mid-range power output while maintaining the Z’s strong top-end power.

Externally, the chassis has been redesigned to be more accessible, functional and user-friendly. The front track has been widened by an inch, and the caster, camber and trail have all been changed. All of these modifications give the Z400 a lighter steering feel and more sure-footed handling.

Changes in both the front and rear suspension offer the rider a firmer response plus a plush feel resulting in a comfortable, enjoyable ride.

Ergonomically, the new Suzuki QuadSport moves the rider into a different position that allows more freedom of movement for weight shifting and comfort. The handlebars have been lowered and reshaped and the footrests have been lowered and widened to the same width as the R450.

Additional changes to the 2009 model include other R450 inspired updates that make the Suzuki QuadSport Z-400 the perfect all-around sand, trail and track ATV. No other ATV offers the versatility of the QuadSport Z-400.

“Engineered for Fun”, the QuadSport Z-400 offers a combination of trail-riding fun and high-performance attitude that keep it a breed apart in performance, styling and comfort.

The QuadSport Z-400 will be available in September in both white and yellow for $6199 MSRP.

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Coming off a historical third place finish at the Spartan GNCC, the Polaris/Rath/Dunlop team followed up the effort with another podium finish at Yadkin Valley GNCC- Round 8.

Rath finished third out of 11 entries in the Utility Open Class and 52nd overall. Rath’s teammate Frank Batista finished eighth.

Rath stated, “It was great to be able to put the Sportsman on the podium again. I am pleased with my performance and very proud of the effort put forth by everyone involved with this team.

Each time we go out and compete we discover a few more little enhancements we can do to make us better the next round. The team is busy preparing for Round 9 and we are excited to be heading there.”

Polaris Racer, John Gallagher Sr., continued his winning ways taking first in the Super Senior class keeping him atop the class.

Dustin Fulk, sales manager at Carolina Polaris of High Point, took fourth in the 4×4 Lites class aboard is Sportsman 400 H.O. and Todd Rothermel took seventh in the Junior A class.

The teams look forward to the next GNCC round, Geico Mountain Ridge, July 5-6, in Somerset, Penn.

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FRE/KTM Factory rider Adam McGill earned 5th overall at the eighth round of the GNCC Series while his teammate Taylor Kiser also finished inside the top ten taking home a hard fought 8th overall.

McGill got a decent start and was battling with the top riders early on. Unfortunately, his teammate, Kiser, had worse luck and neared the first turn almost dead last.

In the first lap, Kiser was able to charge through the pack and move into 10th at the check point. From that point it became more difficult for Kiser to pass the other riders as the course was dusty and tight through many sections.

“I rode to the best of my ability but once the top riders began to spread themselves out it was hard to make up time in the dust. It appeared that where you started was where you would finish,” commented Kiser.

Kiser did eventually move into 8th place and began to catch William Yokley and Chris Borich on the last lap.

“By the time I got them in view, we were down to three miles to go with only tight sections left. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get close enough to make the pass,” reported Kiser. “I was happy with my performance today considering my poor start and the track conditions and I am just hoping for a better start at the next round.”

McGill rode a smooth and consistent race and finished 5th overall. His 5th place finish puts him 3rd overall in the series points just one point shy of second place.

Next Event: GNCC Round 9 – Somerset, PA – July 5-6, 2008

XC-1 Class Overall Results:

1. Bryan Cook
2. Bill Balance
3. Jarrod McClure
4. Ryan Lane
5. Adam McGill – KTM
6. Chris Borich
7. William Yokley
8. Taylor Kiser – KTM
9. Matthew Smiley
10. Santo Derisi

XC-1 Class Series Points:

1. Bill Balance – 177
2. Bryan Cook – 148
3. Adam McGill – 147
4. Brandon Sommers – 133
5. Chris Borich – 127
6. William Yokley – 123
7. Taylor Kiser – 109
8. Matthew Smiley – 103
9. Ryan Lane – 93
10. Jarrod McClure – 89

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Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Russell Shumaker rode to his best finish of the season just outside the top five during the eighth round of the AMA ATV Motocross Championship Series at Muddy Creek MX in Blountsville, Tenn.

While Shumaker finished sixth overall, teammates Josh Creamer and Keith Little finished 13th and 19th, respectively.

Go Shumaker

The first moto had Shumaker starting near the back of the pack, but by the end of the first lap he had passed his way up to eighth.

He got a break when two guys in front of him collided, moving him up to sixth for the moto. In the second moto, he was hit going into the first turn and was able to come back for 13th.

“Second moto I came out of the gate really good,” said Shumaker. “I ended up bouncing off everyone and got tangled up with two guys in the first corner. Overall I’m really happy.”

Young Gun

Even though Shumaker is the youngest member on the team, he was able to hold down the best finish of the Kawasaki crew.

“I’m really excited about my finish,” said Shumaker. “I’m just hoping to use this as momentum and keep improving on the Kawasaki.”

Creamer

Creamer had a good jump at the start of the first moto, but had to pull in with a bike issue. He made up for it in the second moto by getting a top-five start, finishing the moto in sixth and 14th overall.

“The second moto I had a bad gate pick because of the first moto finish, but I got the jump right as the gate was dropping and was in the top five in the first turn,” said Creamer. “The race wasn’t as great as I had wanted but I was able to come away in sixth.”

Torn Bicep

Shumaker’s mechanic and dad, Paul Shumaker, showed his ultimate commitment to his son’s racing career after he tore his bicep while lifting the quad on the starting line a few races ago. He has since had surgery and now is in a cast for 10 weeks.

“He knew right away that something was wrong because it shriveled up,” said Shumaker. “He’s still supporting the team with his Monster Energy sticker on the cast.”

Constant Improvements

There have been many changes to the ATV program this year. The cancellation of the team’s primary series was an unexpected transition, but the team has also continued to make improvements to the impressive KFX®450R.

“It’s a great quad,” said Creamer. “The conditions have been tough this year with all the mud races and I think this race we were able to get some good set-ups figured out. We also tested a few weeks ago and that really helped us out.”

Results

AMA Pro ATV Championship Series
Muddy Creek MX – Blountville, Tenn.
June 22, 2008

ATV Pro Class (Moto Finishes)

1. Dustin Wimmer, Center Valley, Pa., Suzuki, 1-1
2. Joe Byrd, Union City, Tenn., Honda, 2-2
3. Harold Goodman, Romulus, Mich., Honda, 5-3
4. Doug Gust, Salem, Wis., Suzuki, 3-5
5. Chad Wienen, Galena, Ill., Suzuki, 4-8
6. RUSSELL SHUMAKER, BRISTOL, WIS., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 6-13
7. Cale Downen, Junction, Ill., Honda, 10-10
8. Jeremy Lawson, Battletown, Ky., Can Am, 18-4
9. Sage Baker, Shasta Lake, Calif., Can Am, 9-12
10. John Natalie, Houtzdale, Pa., Can Am, 16-7
13. JOSH CREAMER, N. STONINGTON, CONN., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 19-6
19. KEITH LITTLE, SPRUCE PINE, ALA., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 13-20

ATV Pro Class Points

1. Dustin Wimmer, Center Valley, Pa., Suzuki, 329
2. Joe Byrd, Union City, Tenn., Honda, 262
3. Doug Gust, Salem, Wis., Suzuki, 233
4. John Natalie, Houtzdale, Pa., Can Am, 200
5. JOSH CREAMER, N. STONINGTON, CONN., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 197
6. Harold Goodman, Brownstown, Mich., Honda, 196
7. Jeremy Lawson, Battletown, Ky., Can Am, 196
8. Josh Upperman, Louisville, Ohio, Honda, 164
9. Chad Wienen, Galena, Ill., Suzuki, 157
10. Rocco Arno Jr., Bridgeton, N.J., Honda, 146
13. KEITH LITTLE SPRUCE PINE, ALA., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 118
14. RUSSELL SHUMAKER, BRISTOL, WIS., MONSTER ENERGY KAWASAKI, 115