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Kenda Congratulates Champions Worldwide

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Press Release –

2006 European Quad Cup Champion, Jurgen Mohr scores a victory at the final round of the 2006 German Enduro Quad Cup and finishes the season second in the standings.

Throughout the season, the Kenda sponsored rider mounted his quad with the Kenda Klaw , pushing himself and his competitor Uwe Beese (2006 German Enduro Quad Cup Champion) to such high levels of racing, that they were often named the favorites within the Enduro Quad sport scene.

Mike Sigety, Bloomingdale, NJ is the 2006 Vet 30+A Champion in the FMF Racing National Enduro Series. Competing in nine of the eleven events and winning four, Mike beat second place by a mere three points.

Whether he was riding his Yamaha or KTM, he knew there was only one choice in tires, Kenda!

Fred Hoess, Glen Garner, NJ won the final round of the FMF National Enduro Series that was held in Delaware City, DE.

Using the Kenda Washougal front and Millville rear, throughout the season was a sure fire way to help earn a third place overall for the series.

Chilly White, Escondido, CA wrapped up the District 37 Senior Enduro Championship by finishing fourth overall at the TWMC Enduro held in Red Mountain, CA.

Two days of rain in the desert made for perfect conditions. “Heaven’s carpet” is what Chilly called it, and riding his KTM 450 using the Kenda Carlsbad tire combination “worked perfect”.

Andrew Delong, Morgantown, PA got the hole shot in the 200A class at a recent District 6 event in Pine Grove, PA.

He battled with competitors for three laps before taking over the lead using the Kenda Millville combination. Andrew crossed the finish line in first place and won the 200A District 6 championship.

INCREDIBLE ATV JOURNEY

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Couple Plans Ten Month ATV Adventure across North America

Marc Joinville and France Labonté, an average couple from Québec Canada have enjoyed ATVing for the past 15 years and are about to embark on an exciting adventure that will see them travel by quad from Canada to Mexico.

While vacationing in Utah in 2000, the couple rented ATVs and took a guided ride through the canyons and forest surrounding the Bryce Canyon. Part of the ride included a section of The Great Western Trail that would one day become a cross-USA multi-use trail.

Although roughly 50% of the trail was completed at the time, the idea of riding cross-country stayed fresh in their minds until 2003 when they began taking measures to have a full year off work to complete this journey together.

In July 2007 the couple plans to unload in Roosville B.C. and start their journey through the Rockies of Montana, the canyons of Utah and the deserts of Arizona to reach the beaches of Baja California, Mexico.

All along the way they’ll camp trail-side as their path will lead them on trails only accessible to ATVs.

Marc and France have constructed a customized trailer featuring independent suspension and a rooftop tent for trail-side comfort and protection. The trailer also features the same size tires as their ATV so they don’t need to carry another type of spare – smart thinking.

Modifications have also been made to the ATVs to make them street legal in some of the States they’ll be traveling through, thus allowing access to back roads for trail connections.

Considerable attention has also been paid by the couple to learn rules and regulations of ATVs in all the States they’ll pass through (5 in the US and 2 in Mexico).

As you can imagine, expenses will mount as this trip goes on, so they’re asking for your help in providing monetary and material support. All interested parties are invited to contact the couple at quadtrek@hotmail.com .

Visit their website at www.quadtrek.net and stay tuned to this website as they provide regular updates throughout this adventure!

Become A Powersports Expert

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The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)is the best way to acquire hands-on training and experience that can lead directly to employment in the powersport industry.

NAIT’s nine campuses located throughout Northern Alberta offer fully accredited courses in all aspects of powersport mechanics and is Canada’s number one Motorcycle Technical Training Centre.

Don’t sit around and dream about working in the Powersport industry. Find out more today.

Click the NAIT banner on the left of this page to visit the website!

Midwest JS 400: Basic & Built to Last

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One very rugged and practical offering imported by Midwest Motorsports out of Three Hills, Alberta is the JS400.

This full sized 4-wheel drive ATV is targeted at the utility market and fills the bill very nicely for buyers looking for a low priced 4-wheeler that can handle work duties around the farm or ranch or haul a trailer loaded down with cargo out of the hunt camp.

If you’ve been around the sport a while, you can’t help but notice the JS400 looks a lot like a knock-off of the original Yamaha Big Bear. In fact, when the plastic is peeled away the layout of the engine, transmission and differentials, even the brakes and suspension, is very similar. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing – the Big Bear has proven to be as rugged as an anvil and thousands are still in use across North America performing workhorse duties on pipelines and work sites.

An air and oil cooled single cylinder, upright 386cc overhead cam 4-stroke drives into a 5-speed semi-automatic transmission and then transfers power via shafts to the front and rear wheels. The front diff is a limited slip unit.

A mechanical lever on the left side of the tank allows the rider to select either 2WD or 4×4. Although there’s no low range sub-tranny, the JS400’s high range gear ratios use an ultra-low first gear and then space the upper four more closely together to deliver decent acceleration.

Actually, the combination of low end grunt and more aggressive gearing allows for quick throttle response and a feeling of good vibes as you shift up through the gears.

To put the JS400 in perspective, it isn’t fair to compare it to premium equipped 4-wheel drive rides like the Outlander, Sportsman or Kodiak 400 and 450s. In fact, Midwest isn’t targeting the JS at any of these.

Its market niche is aimed squarely at the rider who uses an ATV for mostly work and occasionally for pleasure. When price enters the picture, it’s very hard to find anything else offering this much for this little.

Polaris Awarded Another Military Contract

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In a recent release Polaris reported it has been awarded another US Military contract to supply “lightweight all-terrain vehicles for military applications” by USSOCOM.

It’s no secret Polaris was first to design and build a special “MV” 4-wheeler over two years ago.

The MV 700 Sportsman has been a huge success around the world providing immediate, versatile and effective transportation of personnel under a variety of adverse conditions.

Hey, why wouldn’t an ATV make a great military vehicle? Congratulations to Polaris for being on the cutting edge of this market.

POLL RESULTS

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Our last poll asked you if you were considering a pure sport ATV, what factor would be most important to you? Out of 451 votes, the results were as follows:

36.36% – Most Horsepower (164 votes)
24.61% – Brand Name (111 votes)
19.51% – Electronic Fuel Injection (88 votes)
16.85% – Independent Rear Suspension (76 votes)
02.66% – Exotic Shocks (12 votes)

Scroll down the page to cast your vote in our latest poll!

Question:

Which 420-500cc sport-ute deserved to be Best In Class?

Vote now!

KYMCO at EICMA 2006

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Press Release –

KYMCO Canada attended the 64th International Motorcycle Exhibition in Milan Italy (EICMA) which took place between November 14 and 19 2006. As in previous years, KYMCO had a strong presence at the show which attracted more than half a million international visitors.

Most impressive in the KYMCO display area this year was the upcoming Xciting 500R. While only a prototype at this point, this model featured larger dual disk front brakes, slightly lowered factory windscreen, upgraded suspension, wider tires, and aerodynamic modifications to make this maxi scooter look sleeker and sportier than most.

The Quannon 125 is also a new addition to the KYMCO line-up as their first entry-level sport bike. This 4-stroke 5 speed motorcycle is equipped with approximately 20 HP and is aggressively styled to target younger riders.

Also worth mentioning is the newly designed Super 8 scooter series. This model is available in 50 and 125cc, both 4-stroke air-cooled machines. The Super 8 retains the sharp lines and vivid colours of the Super 9 but with a more efficient motor, 14” rims and an upgraded look.

TOMCAR – Trooper in the Field and Trails

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Tomcar’s unique off-road vehicle was originally developed primarily for military use before being adapted into the mainstream civilian market.

The 2-seater was specifically designed to fit into a Sea Knight, Chinook or Sea Dragon helicopter along with 2 other units to be strategically dropped into battle.

All parts are symmetrically designed to fit quickly into place and service is field-capable so drivers can conduct all maintenance from on top of the unit instead of from underneath – clearly a precarious position for a soldier.

Weight is kept manageable while impact zones are reinforced with armored steel to prevent driver injury and vehicle damage over rough terrain.

Although these vehicles are now designated for off-road enthusiasts, Tomcar stands by its reputation to produce field-ready equipment available to the average off-roader. The showroom model is the same vehicle used in combat so you know it’s tough!

Read more about Tomcar’s lineup in the upcoming 2007 Buyer’s Guide and visit TOMCAR.COM for more information.

Classic ATV Tires Needed

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One of our web visitors is restoring a classic ATV from the sixties and requires a set of tires from this period to complete the restoration.

These low pressure tires are unlike today’s modern tires and have fairly shallow chevrons on the tread widely spaced, or almost no tread at all.

They were commonly used on an old Argo, Jiger or Amphicat and were commonly produced by BF Goodrich Canada.

The ideal situation would be to get a full set of matching tires and their rims.

Contact: Wayne Edel at 204-736-3127

OFSC GO SNOWMOBILING SHOW SEPT 28 – 30, 2007

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Press Release –

New Show Benefits from OEM Corporate Exclusivity and Being First in Market for the 2008 Snowmobiling Season

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) celebrates its 40th anniversary by launching the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show, September 28 – 30, 2007 at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road – Toronto’s #1 consumer show venue. As the leader of organized snowmobiling in the province and the provider of the trail product that cornerstones the snowmobiling industry, the OFSC invites all stakeholders to exhibit at the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show.

The corporate booths of the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) — Arctic Cat, Polaris, Ski- Doo and Yamaha — will exclusively anchor the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show.

The best that snowmobiling has to offer will also be on display for three days at the Toronto Congress Centre.

OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show attendees will find everything they need to go and enjoy snowmobiling, including clothing, accessories, trailers, plus numerous snowmobiling destinations and lodgings, thanks to a major presence from tourism partners representing Ontario and other provinces.

The OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show will be the first snowmobile show in Canada for the new season and the only fall showcase of the complete OEM 2008 line-ups in Toronto. It will also highlight OFSC clubs and districts, providing excellent person-to-person interface opportunities between club volunteers and those curious to know more about all aspects of snowmobiling.

All proceeds from the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show will help grow the industry by supporting organized snowmobiling and OFSC snowmobile trails in Ontario.

“Our GO Snowmobiling Show is part of a much larger OFSC initiative to renew and rejuvenate snowmobiling in Ontario,” said OFSC President Bruce Robinson. “As the home team for organized snowmobiling, the OFSC believes we have a responsibility to increase participation by actively promoting the enjoyment of recreational snowmobiling with family and friends as THE winter lifestyle of choice.”

Filling a niche that has been a void in the market, the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show is positioned to provide consumers with both an introduction and invitation to “GO Snowmobiling” and to embrace the snowmobiling lifestyle. Among the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show’s target market are those who may never have snowmobiled, but are looking for new winter fun; those whohave tried snowmobiling and want to do more; and those who used to snowmobile and want to try it again.

“Recent consumer research, conducted by both the OFSC and the International Snowmobile Manufacturers’ Association (ISMA), clearly identifies a large group of consumers who are interested in snowmobiling for the first time or doing more snowmobiling,“ stated Robinson. “We also know that many existing family and recreational snowmobilers want to attend an upscale show whose primary focus is snowmobiling. Our models for the style of show we want to host and the type of consumer we want to attract include the FCMQ Quebec Snowmobile Show, the MMIC Toronto Motorcycle Show and the Toronto Cottage Life Show.”

By promoting through both the OFSC membership and manufacturer warranty lists, and the OEM dealer networks and the mainstream and snowmobiling media, the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show is also uniquely positioned to deliver a core of dedicated snowmobilers, many of whom do not currently attend snowmobile shows or are looking for a new and different show experience.

The OFSC Go Snowmobiling Show will provide a special opportunity for the public to learn about this highly enjoyable recreational activity first hand from many knowledgeable OFSC and OEM representatives. So the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show will be a very distinctive show that introduces, opens up and builds a new consumer market for the snowmobiling industry.

“The OEM’s are very excited about providing corporate support to the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show because we believe in what the OFSC is doing to grow snowmobiling in Ontario,” said Ed Klim, ISMA President. “We invite everyone with a business stake in the growth of our industry to join us in supporting this crucial GO Snowmobiling initiative by the OFSC.”

More information about the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show will be available soon on the OFSC website.

Meanwhile, mark your calendar for the OFSC GO Snowmobiling Show, September 28 – 30, 2007 at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road.

The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is dedicated to providing strong leadership and support to member clubs and volunteers, to establishing and maintaining quality snowmobile trails which are used in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, and to furthering the enjoyment of organized snowmobiling.