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Yamaha’s Grizzly 550 FI 4x4 EPS

You name it--the "Grizz" can do it

Written By:

Andrew Smith

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Let's face it, finding extra money in the budget for our toys got a lot harder in the past year. By no means does this mean we will go without (I believe in some circles they call this an addiction), but it does mean that we are going to research our purchases better and make them do more for us. Here is our story...

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The 2010 Kawasaki Prairie 360 4X4

Working Class Hero

Written By:

John Arens

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It’s easy to overlook the smaller displacement models in a manufacturer’s ATV lineup. It’s the big bore models equipped with the latest bells and whistles that get the lion’s share of attention, but the fact is many ATV owners don’t necessarily need or want a 70 horsepower, 70+ mph capable ATV to simply tow a trailer around the yard or cruise through the woods on a weekend trail ride. They look for reliability, “rideability,” comfort, and price (not always in that order), and we’ve found one ATV that fits the bill.

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Trailfinder ATV tire from Discount Tire Direct

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The Trailfinder ATV is the newest tire for today’s ATV and UTV off road enthusiasts. The Trailfinder ATV has an aggressive tread and shoulder block design for optimum traction and side bite in all conditions.It is available in 12 and 14 inch sizes and has a durable 6 ply rating. It also has a true inner and outer rim guard for maximum wheel protection.The Trailfinder ATV prices start at $58.00

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Unleashing the Beast - Honda 700XX Hop-Up

Simple bolt-on Upgrades to make the Honda even better

Written By:

Pete Bengel

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In a way, Honda’s voyage into the world of big-bore, IRS sport ATVs could be compared to Christopher Columbus’ voyage to the New World. Both embarked on a journey that few others had the courage to attempt, and for the most part, both journeys were a success. Columbus stumbled onto the New World, but then had to live with the problems that came with it. Honda developed an all-new engine and a unique chassis that could rock your world on two tracks, dunes, or desert …typical conditions on the western side of the country.