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1000cc 2-Stroke Mill Could Be On Its Way

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1000cc 2-Stroke Mill Could Be On Its Way

Just when we thought things were cooling down in the Sport Utility displacement wars, rumors have started to circulate about a new Sport Ute from one of the Big Seven builders with an even bigger mill.

How big? Early stories claimed one manufacturer (with snowmobile products) is ready to slide a 1000cc 2-stroke engine into a new 4-wheeler.

At All-Terrain Vehicle Magazine we do know something about snowmobiles. Our sister publication, SUPERTRAX International, is the world’s largest snowmobile magazine. Anyway, we think this rumor might be a touch optimistic.

There are two 1000cc 2-stroke snowmobile engines currently and they produce between 163hp and 175hp!

Even considering our own insane need for speed, we think that might be a little too much for a Sport Ute.

Why No 750 Brute Force Shootout?

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Question:

It seems like every big bore shoot out that I have seen doesn’t include the 750 Brute Force.

I saw one recently that put the 650 brute against the 700 grizzly, 700 king quad, 800 polaris and the outlander. I don’t find that to be a fair comparison.

Will you be doing any big bore comparisons that will include the 750 Brute, or does it just mop the floor with everything else?

Thanks in advance for your reply.

Jeremy Onos

Response:

Jeremy:

It’s not that the 750 Brute Force mops the floor with everything else, although it is a very competitive power package – probably the third fastest Big Bore on the market behind the Can-Am 800 and 650.

One of the reasons you don’t see it in as many comparisons as the others is that Kawasaki’s corporate policies are tighter when it comes to delivering press units to the media.

Flat-out, it’s harder to get our hands on Kawasakis for testing. When we put together stories we need these wheelers for some time and need them ready.

We usually end up borrowing ATVs from generous dealers who then take the hit on owning a used unit.

We hope Kawasaki will step up soon with better delivery to the media. The free press sure wouldn’t hurt them because their stuff is very competitive in any class.

Kent Lester

Expanded Prowler Lineup On Its Way?

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Arctic Cat is making noises it has big news coming at its June dealer meeting.

Just about the time you read this we should be seeing what the Thief River snowmobile and ATV maker has up its sleeve.

If we had to guess, we’d wager more Prowler models. After all, demand from the first year of Prowler production has been crazy and when that happens it’s time to offer more choices.

Look for a fully accessorized Prowler and possibly another motor variation to compete more closely with the Polaris Ranger 500 and the Rhino 450.

DS 450 Drive Line & Rear Suspension

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DS 450 Drive Line & Rear Suspension

Press Release –

Axle is an Industry First; Lowest Unsprung Weight in Class

You’ve heard the four challenges from BRP’s President and CEO José Boisjoli. You’ve read about the advanced aluminum frame and chassis. You’ve seen the details on the front end. Now it is time to reveal the drive line and rear suspension of the Can Am™ DS 450™.

Featuring the lowest rear unsprung weight in the class and a fully adjustable rear shock, the DS 450 is ready to excel on the track and trail. Just like with the creation of the ultra-light frame, steel was the enemy.

Like others in the class, the DS 450 features a steel axle, but Can-Am engineers found a way to cut the weight of the axle without sacrificing durability.

The axle is made of Chromoly 4140 stock, however, it is hollow. That’s not all; the design team then took that sturdy axle and narrowed it up by adding industry exclusive aluminum extended-reach hubs.

Can-Am didn’t stop there, in addition to the swingarm and hubs, the sprocket, sprocket hub and brake disc hub are all made from lightweight aluminum.

For the tires, Can-Am worked closely with ITP® to develop its Holeshot® SR tire on the DS 450. The tires are an extension of the well known Holeshot brand and are mounted on aluminum wheels.

In the coming weeks more details about this groundbreaking machine will be revealed, keep checking and spread the word.

Visit can-amDS450.com to see full reveal details on the all-new DS 450.

Banshee Could Be Re-Born With Snowmo Guts

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Banshee Could Be Re-Born With Snowmo Guts

For readers of All-Terrain Vehicle Magazine who live in the snow belt you may have seen Yamaha’s all-new Phazer snowmobile this winter. What does a snowmobile have to do with ATVing? Maybe nothing, maybe something big.

We all know the amazing reputation Yamaha’s Banshee gained over its almost 20 year span in the market. This incomparable twin cylinder two-stroke 350cc dune shredder is a literal legend in many parts of the market.

Here’s an interesting twist. With EPA standards effectively killing all remaining full-size 2 stroke ATV’s and Yamaha in need of updating the Banshee, the Phazer may hold a key to what could be the most radical 4 stroke replacement for the sport’s most radical 2 stroke duner.

The Phazer is powered by a twin cylinder 500cc 4 stroke which is based heavily on (are you sitting down?) a pair of YZ-F 250 top ends! Yep, that’s the Yamaha motocross mill time two! The Phazer 500 is EFI inducted and grafted onto a sweet crankcase, which uses a gear reduction drive to power a CVT.

The Phazer mill spins an amazing 11,800 RPM but reduces this number to 8000 RPM via a counter shaft primary drive. Yamaha claims the Phazer 500 produces 80 horsepower!

Would this mill work in a re-born Banshee? Uh, yeah, we think it would work real well.

KYMCO MONGOOSE 250

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KYMCO MONGOOSE 250

Key Features:

249cc liquid cooled 4-stroke engine producing strong low-end torque. CVT tranny with reverse puts novice riders at ease in the saddle. Durable suspension, responsive handling and electric start.

Unique Appeal:

Single shock rear suspension and double A-arms up front. Front and rear shocks feature adjustable preload settings to adjust stiffness based on rider weight. Kymco’s stepless CVT requires no shifting or clutch so young riders can just hop on and go. US Forestry Service approved spark arrester makes 4-stroke mill whisper quiet. Standard aluminum rims and Kenda tires.

Opinion:

The slick looking Kymco Mongoose 250 is a great ATV for novice racers. Seamless CVT transmission backed by a powerful 249cc engine will propel your son or daughter around the track with ease and aggressive styling will turn heads on each lap.

Engine: 18HP liquid cooled 249cc DOHC 4-stroke, Wet sump lubrication, Keihin 22mm carburetor with electric start.

Drive System: Kymco’s stepless CVT.

Suspension: Dual A-arms out front, single shock swing arm rear featuring adjustable preload shocks.

Ground Clearance: 7.25 inches

Brake: Front and rear discs

Fuel Capacity: 3.4 gallons

Claimed Dry Weight: 392 lbs

MSRP: $3,399 USD

*All specs listed apply to US ATVs.

Visit KymcoUSA.com to view Kymco’s entire lineup.

Track Kits Increasing In Popularity

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As the winter finally comes to a close it’s become pretty obvious ATV owners are investing in winter track conversion kits at an amazing rate.

This winter we had the opportunity to test both a TJD track system on our 700 EFI Arctic Cat and the new Apache Track System on BRP’s potent Outlander 500 V-Twin.

What is becoming increasingly clear is the incomparable snow-mobility these kits provide. Even a full-on snowmobile cannot navigate tight woods and deep snow with as much precision as an ATV with tracks.

Work? If you want to tow or haul in snow or on ice, these kits make your ATV in something that’s only comparable to a bulldozer.

Stay tuned this fall for more coverage.

Maxxis Takes 8 of GNCC John Penton Top 10

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Maxxis Takes 8 of GNCC John Penton Top 10

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At the GNCC ATV John Penton, riders on Razr’s went straight to the podium.

Maxxis ruled the course, sweeping the top four and taking eight spots in the overall top ten. The race was held May 13 in Millfield, Ohio.

While reigning champ Bill Ballance gave Maxxis its 19th straight holeshot, Chris Borich soon gained the lead.

Borich maintained his points advantage with his fourth straight win, crossing the finish line in 2:16:08 hours. “I caught up to Chris (Jenks), got around him and battled for a bit, got to Bill and got around him, and that’s how I won,” Borich told gnccracing.com.

Jenks took second place, with Ballance in third and Taylor Kiser in fourth, while Matt Smiley nabbed sixth.

With a seventh place overall finish and his sixth straight Pro Am win, Brandon Sommers delivered another amazing performance. Duane Johnson and Brandon Ballance finished ninth and tenth, respectively.

Borich and Sommers aren’t the only Maxxis riders on winning streaks: Traci Cecco took her sixth consecutive victory in the women’s category, finishing in 2:10:08 hours.

Maxxis congratulates Chris Borich and Traci Cecco on their victories and thanks all of these riders for their fine performances.

Maxxis Sweeps Top 6 at WPSA Round 2

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Maxxis Sweeps Top 6 at WPSA Round 2

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In a clean sweep of the top six, riders on Maxxis dominated WPSA’s Round 2, held May 12-13 in Taylorville, Illinois.

After a fierce battle among the top three riders, Team Rockstar/MSR/Pro Taper/Suzuki/Yoshimura’s Chad Wienen took his first overall pro victory.

Wienen gained the lead late in Sunday’s main event, passing teammates Dustin Wimmer of Team MSR/Pro Taper/Suzuki/Yoshimura and Doug Gust of Team Rockstar/MSR/Pro Taper/Suzuki/Yoshimura.

Wimmer, who finished a strong second in Sunday’s main event, turned in strong performances throughout the weekend, capturing the holeshot and the win in Saturday’s second heat.

Doug Gust also did well, taking third place in the main after grabbing the holeshot – his third great start of the weekend. The remaining spots in the overall top six were taken by, in order, Lost Creek/Suzuki’s Joe Haavisto, Suzuki privateer Russell Shumaker, and Lonestar/Honda’s Keith Little.

Scott Kilby took the victory in the Quad Terrain Challenge. Piloting a Maxxis-shod Warnert Racing Can-Am, he grabbed the holeshot and never looked back, while teammate Adam Vaughn rode Bighorns to second place.

In other action, reigning champ Angela Butler continues to dominate the Women’s A class with a streak of moto wins spanning the lifetime of the WPSA series.

Maxxis congratulates Chad Wienen, Scott Kilby, and Angela Butler on their victories and thanks all its sponsored riders for their fine performances.

Has There Been A 700 Shootout?

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Question:

Has there been a 700 shootout with all the atvs yet? Which issue or month?

Thanks,

Rocco

Response:

Rocco:

Last year All-Terrain Vehicle magazine did two Big Bore shoot-outs. The last one (Volume 7 #4) was on newstands last summer and pitted the Sportsman 800, Rincon 680, Kingquad 700, Arctic Cat 700EFI and the Outlander 800 against one another.

Finishers were: the Sportsman first, then the Outlander and the Rincon third.

Kent Lester

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