Polaris claims the X-2 500 EFI Sportsman with its ability to morph from two-fer to cargo hauler capability has captured big sales among all other mid-range 2-up ATVs.

We think Polaris is onto something big with the transforming X-2 platform. Look for the versatility inherent in this design to spawn a competitive response in the near future.

You’ve been telling us that when you spend hard earned dollars for an ATV, it’s all about getting as much bang for the buck as possible. The X-2 offers extreme versatility not available anywhere else at this writing.

Suzuki’s intro of the all-new KingQuad 450 EFI is significant from a number of standpoints.

Have you ever noticed many of the Japanese ATV manufacturers build a completely new and different ATV every time they enter a new segment?

Conversely, the domestic OEMs traditionally build one platform and insert multiple engines into it.

The KQ 450 breaks the mold of the Japanese new product mindset.

The 450 is the virtual twin of the KingQuad 700 except for a few minor tweaks and some suspension calibration.

Suzuki claims others are to follow.

Kawasaki has been typically quiet but finally news has been released of its all-new Pure Sport KF-X 450.

Getting info from the Green Team is like pulling teeth, however we have some concrete news on this model. The KF-X uses a variant of Kawasaki’s KX-F motocross motorcycle engine for motivation.

A race-ready 32-bit processor controlled EFI system provides induction for this powerplant and we expect it will be every bit as potent as Suzuki’s EFI 450 Quadracer.

The chassis is entirely crafted from aluminum and uses a cast aluminum swingarm. The box section lower front frame member allows room for super long A-arms damped by KYB piggyback reservoir shocks up front and also in the rear.

A notable inclusion on this built-for-racing offering is reverse gear, absent from the YF-Z 450 and the Quadracer 450. Kawasaki claims its reverse is very “lightweight”.

The engine is a 4-valve, twin cam, liquid cooled single with titanium valve springs and a three ring piston. This thing has the makings of a very potent, race ready Pure Sport.

Can’t wait to get our hands on one. One small problem, the KF-X 450 is a 2008 model not set to be officially released until sometime during 2007.

Sales of ATVs have been flattening out recently, but Arctic Cat continues to see substantial growth as its offerings find more buyers in every succeeding season.

Expecting to see another increase of 8-10 percent in 2007, AC has sharpened its line of 22 distinct models with a new Goodyear Rawhide RS tire program, more 2-passenger models and a slimmer, more rationalized engine group.

A huge line of accessories for the Speedrack system plus lever-actuated full locking diff in select models, improved digital dash in many premium models, cooler riding engine side covers and the 2-inch receiver hitch go together to make the latest ATVs from Arctic Cat some of the industry’s most appealing.

Will this brand continue to grow in a flat market? There is certainly enough in the way of features, performance, equipment and “sizzle” to get the job done in 2007.

Supertrax Volume 18, Number 2 will be landing in mailboxes and reaching your favorite stores soon.

This issue of snowmobiling’s most read and most circulated magazine features the 10 Best Self Guided Tours, plus a 4-way compare between the Jag, Blizzard Rage GT and IQ Turbo.

Get the low-down on 700 Dragon, F-8, Phazer and the Rev X-RS. Plus find out all you need to know about 4-stroke EFI technology. You’ll also find all the regular features and columns, Supertrax is famous for.

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