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ATV Silent Exhaust

2010-08-25T12:01:00.000-07:00

ATV Silent Exhaust The easiest way to get more power from your quad is by adjusting the airflow through your engine. Simply changing the intake on your quad will give you an increase in power because you force more oxygen into the combustion chamber. But some people desire a different outcome... QUIET. From hunters to nature photographers or just people who want a more quiet ride, there's

What Makes Good ATV Trails?

2010-08-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

What Makes Good ATV Trails? There are thousands of ATV trails throughout North America (and more are being charted every day), but how do you judge whether you’ve found a good one or not? Here, we’ll examine a few of the elements that you need to look for when deciding where to take your four-wheeled “baby” for your next pleasure cruise. Generally, if you’re someone who is familiar with

Understanding How ATV Riding affects Nature

2010-08-09T11:30:00.000-07:00

Understanding How ATV Riding affects Nature There has always been great debate between motor sport activists who want to enjoy riding their machines in the outdoors and other nature lovers who claim that off-road motor vehicles harm the environment and ruin the area for anyone who wants to enjoy the outdoors in other ways. The argument can be made that motorcycle and ATV riders have as much

What ATV Trail Best Suits You?

2010-08-02T11:24:00.000-07:00

What ATV Trail Best Suits You? “I’ve found the best ATV trail! You have to try it!” How many times have you heard that statement from one of your ATV-loving friends and then rushed out to have a terrific ATV riding excursion, only to find that you’re not all that enthralled by a trail that another four-wheeling enthusiast has deemed “awesome”? Since you are an individual with a definite

How To Beef-Up Your ATV

2010-07-27T11:11:00.000-07:00

How To Beef-Up Your ATV With new ATV’s coming out every year, a quad that is king of the mountain one year may fall back to the middle of the pack the next year. And, of course, the more you ride and get comfortable with your ATV, the braver you are going to get and eventually reach a point when you have perfected the art of riding and run into a mud pit you can’t cross or notice that some other

If you should encounter a horse while you are riding your ATV

2010-07-20T11:06:00.000-07:00

If you should encounter a horse while you are riding your ATV If you should encounter a horse while you are riding your ATV, always yield to the horse and rider. Go out of your way to make sure that the horse has seen and heard you. In addition, you will want to give the horse adequate room to pass you on the trail. Remember that motorized recreation vehicles, such as ATVs, can usually be

Courtesy While Driving an ATV

2010-07-13T11:02:00.000-07:00

Courtesy While Driving an ATV Since its introduction to the public in the 1970's, those who ride All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) have had to deal with a number of issues regarding their behavior. Some of these issues deal with safety, while others deal with rider's behavior towards sharing trails and those whose land they trespass on. Many drivers irresponsibly disregard laws that prohibit the use

Tips for Taking Jumps on Your ATV

2010-07-06T10:50:00.000-07:00

Tips for Taking Jumps on Your ATV The key to doing jumps on an ATV is technique and respect for your ride. When done properly, most jumps are relatively safe, but if you bite off more than you can chew, you will get hurt. With this said, easy does it when it comes to learning to get your wheels off the ground. No two jumps are exactly the same, but there is a simple technique for getting air

Tips for Making Sharp Turns on Your ATV

2010-06-29T10:45:00.000-07:00

Tips for Making Sharp Turns on Your ATV You may notice that some ATV riders can make certain obstacles and jumps look like child’s play while others make them look dangerous and impassable. Although superior equipment may be partially responsible, experience and familiarity with your quad is what separates the men from the boys. Riding time is the best way to get better, but there are a few

The Great Western Trail

2010-06-22T10:40:00.000-07:00

The Great Western Trail The American West was founded on dreams and the pioneer spirit. “Go West young man!” was the battle cry of thousands of individuals looking for adventure and a fresh start. In time, the way west had been criss-crossed by dozens of trails and passages to reach the Pacific Coast. In time, those trails would become a means for commerce as well as leisure travel and the means

Two Stroke vs. Four

2010-06-15T10:36:00.000-07:00

Two Stroke vs. Four The battle for supremacy between two stroke and four stroke quads is likely to rage on forever, except for outside factors that may end this age old debate; it is very likely that upcoming legislation could end production of two stroke engines, making it impossible to get a new two stroke quad. So if you’ve ever considered getting a two stroke quad, the clock is ticking.

The Best ATV Trails

2010-06-07T10:31:00.000-07:00

The Best ATV Trails Next time you hear about a great riding spot, you might want to ask a few questions before you pack up to go ride there. Although all ATV’s are designed for fun, they aren’t all set up for having fun on the same terrain, and a trail that is great for some people might be a complete bore or be impassable for others. Twenty years ago most ATV’s were fairly similar. Three

Safety Precautions When on the ATV Trail

2010-06-01T10:26:00.000-07:00

Safety Precautions When on the ATV Trail Whether you are a veteran of the ATV trail or a novice rider itching to explore the great outdoors on your four-wheeler, you need to bring with you more than a little good sense and safety precautions. Without a significant amount of awareness when it comes to protecting yourself and your ATV, you could wind up injured, lost, or otherwise in bad shape.

ATV Trails in Las Vegas

2010-05-26T10:20:00.000-07:00

ATV Trails in Las Vegas What do you think of when you hear “Las Vegas”? Slot machines, casinos, showgirls, money, glitz, shows and some of the best buffets in the States, right? What very few people realize is that southern Nevada has some of the best outdoor activities in the south western United States. Lake Meade National Park not only offers a great tour of the Hoover Dam, but Lake Meade is

Food for the ATV Trail

2010-05-19T10:18:00.000-07:00

Food for the ATV Trail Could what you put in the ATV operator really make a difference on the ATV trail? Absolutely; after all, you wouldn’t fill up your four-wheeler’s tank with maple syrup and potato chips. Filling up your own “tank” with garbage is just as likely to result in a negative outcome such as fatigue, gastrointestinal upset or distracting hunger pangs early on during a long ride.

How to Conquer Mud with Your ATV

2010-05-11T10:15:00.000-07:00

How to Conquer Mud with Your ATV Although certain kinds of ATVs are setup for pushing through deep mud, the technique for getting to the other side remains the same. When crossing obstacles like mud, the biggest risk is getting stuck, which means coming to a stop. Because of this, speed is your friend, although you can hit a mud hole too quickly. However, hitting the mud with speed will

Development of ATVs

2010-05-05T10:14:00.000-07:00

Development of ATVs ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) were first developed during the 1950s. The earliest models had six wheels instead of the four that riders are now familiar with. Honda was the first company to make the 3-wheel ATV in 1970. These were famously displayed in the James Bond film, 'Diamonds Are Forever.' Originally called the US90, the ATV was purely for fun, made with very large

Choosing the Right ATV Helmet

2010-04-28T10:12:00.000-07:00

Choosing the Right ATV Helmet You have already taken the time to choose the right ATV for you or a family member. You did your research, maybe test drove a few to make sure the vehicle had the right “fit” and found one that matched both your budget and your personal sense of style. Your shopping isn’t over yet. Along with having the right ATV for either the trails or working out in the field,

ATVs and Land Usage

2010-04-21T10:09:00.000-07:00

ATVs and Land Usage Since its introduction to the public in the 1960's, the All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) has encountered many controversies. Some of these have dealt with the issue of safety, as original 3-wheel ATVs proved to be too dangerous for riders. Even improved 4-wheel ATVs still represent certain risks. Another controversy has been the age limits for the riders of ATVs. Many states have

ATV Safety Training Course

2010-04-14T10:07:00.000-07:00

ATV Safety Training Course ATV trail riding is a fun and exciting sport that can provide hours of entertainment for the whole family. There is nothing like a good day on the trails, out in the sun and wind, to bring the family together or to meet up with friends or to make new ones. But ATV trail riding isn’t all fun and games; there is a large degree of safety precautions involved. While you’

ATV for the Family

2010-04-07T10:06:00.000-07:00

ATV for the Family Since their introduction to the public several decades ago, ATVs have become increasingly popular. They are very appealing to riders because of the amount of excitement one feels as they are riding. People are now discovering that the whole family can enjoy the excitement of the ATV. On the negative side, though, people are often injured while ATVing, and because of this, it

An ATV Date

2010-04-01T10:05:00.000-07:00

An ATV Date The ATV trail is a place for dirt, mud, gravel and romance? Today’s ladies are hardly the proper models of the Victorian Era; in fact, there are plenty of gals out there just itching to ride their four-wheelers with as much gusto as their male counterparts. So if you’re a dude who’s scratching his head for the perfect place to woo your next girlfriend, why not choose an ATV trail

ATV Safety Issues

2010-02-26T08:16:00.000-08:00

ATV Safety Issues Since their introduction to the public four decades ago, All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) have become increasingly popular. They are very appealing to riders because of the amount of danger one feels while riding. This danger, however, should not be taken lightly. ATVs carry with them a number of safety issues which every rider ought to be concerned about. Despite the ongoing

Buying A Used ATV

2010-02-24T08:08:00.000-08:00

Image via WikipediaBuying A Used ATV Not all of us can afford a brand new ATV with all the bells and whistles. As with cars or motorcycles or any large vehicle for recreation or pleasure, we sometimes have to start out with buying second hand. Of course there’s nothing wrong with purchasing a used car, bike or ATV. If you are going to buy used, you have to know what to look for, especially

Differences Between Utility and Sport ATV’s

2010-02-22T08:00:00.000-08:00

Differences Between Utility and Sport ATV’s At first glance, it’s easy to tell Utility and Sport ATV’s apart, and many people will eliminate one class of these quads solely on appearance. However, other than size, there are some important differences between Utility and Sport quads that you might want to take into consideration if you are looking for a new ATV, or the next time you go riding.