TESTED – THE 2023 POLARIS RANGER XP KINETIC
Electric off-road vehicles have largely been confined to country clubs and retirement communities. While some have outfitted golf carts with bigger tires and wheels, a two-wheel drive buggy designed to haul Callaway clubs isn’t much on the trail. That trail just got a lot tougher, and there will be no more ez-go of it for the club car crowd. The 2023 Ranger XP Kinetic is the first electrically powered, feature packed off-road Side x Side ... Read more
SAFE TRAVEL – how to safely haul your ATV or UTV
If you’ve ever seen an ATV or UTV unload itself on the highway, you know the carnage is truly a sight to behold. We’ve seen it happen, and it would make Mr. Mayhem from the insurance commercials proud. What’s even more concerning is the danger to others on the road. Whether you’re off for a day on the dunes or trails, heading north to the deer camp, or hauling to the construction site, trailering your ... Read more
WHAT’S THE BEST UTV or SXS HEATER?
Ride All Winter Long You need SuperATV’s Cab Heater because your Side x Side is made to ride in the winter, even if you’re not. So what is BEST UTV or SXS HEATER? Check out the SuperATV heater. It draws engine heat directly from the coolant lines to heat your cab just like a traditional car heater does. That means it is proven technology. Installing the SuperATV Cab Heater kit is easy. Included in the ... Read more
POLARIS ELECTRICAL UPGRADE – POWER up!
It’s been a lifelong belief that there is no such thing as too much power. I’ve loved owning V8 powered vehicles, snowmobiles with well over 150hp, and the biggest motorcycle or ATV’s allowed in the class. But as it turns out, when it comes to the charging system on your SXS/UTV, there’s a time when more power becomes a significant problem. Who knew? Like many owners, we needed a Polaris elecrical upgrade! These days, plenty ... Read more
CAN-AM DEFENDER TIP
We really like Can-Am’s Defender models. They’re the total package, featuring plenty of power, nimble handling, and excellent styling. That doesn’t mean they can’t be better though, and most Side x Side owners love to customize their machines. One of our team members recently came up with a CAN-AM DEFENDER tip that’s a real improvement for the Defender that’s definitely a welcome change, and it’s an easy fix for every model Defender. GEER ... Read more
JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV 835R REVIEW
When most people think of John Deere it’s almost certain to be green and yellow equipment rolling across vast swathes of open farmland. That’s the short view. As one of the largest and most respected companies on the planet, the Deere product lines touch on nearly every type of outdoor activity, whether work or recreation. Their GATOR utility vehicles are ready for both. What began as the very work oriented, five wheeled AMT, (for All ... Read more
POLARIS GENERAL RIDE REVIEW
The Polaris General 1000 excels at comfort, convenience, and ride quality. It’s the Side x Side we think of first for a weekend riding adventure, but it’s also supremely versatile. When not out playing, it’s a capable work machine and we’ve used it to haul landscape materials, a trailer load of firewood, cut brush, and countless other homeowner uses. It’s as adept at work duty as it is exploring new trails. The versatility is what ... Read more
2020 KUBOTA RTV-XG850 SIDEKICK REVIEW
You can do no better than a Kubota RTV if you need a hard working UTV. Think of the Kubota RTV lineup as the tractors of the off-road world, which makes sense. Kubota is one of the worlds largest manufacturers of small to mid-sized tractors and they’ve earned a reputation for durability. We see the bright orange machines everywhere. When it came time to build a hard working UTV, Kubota engineers went with what they ... Read more
TOP TEN FEATURES of the 2020 CAN-AM DEFENDER UTVS
No manufacturer has managed to combine hard-working capabilities and off-road luxury better than Can-Am. Excellent power and handling, enormous towing and hauling capabilities, and creature comforts that rival a new pickup are all trademarks of the 2020 Can-Am Defender models. They’ve even got the new truck smell! So what is the best UTV and how does it match up against the hard-working models from Polaris, Honda, Yamaha, and Kawasaki? We’ve created a Top Ten list ... Read more
2020 YANMAR BRAHMA UTV
You don’t see a lot of Yanmar UTVs on the trails. They often spend their lives toiling away on ranches, construction sites, and anywhere else there is a tough job to do. With names like The Longhorn, The Bull, The Black Angus, there is little doubt about their gritty toughness. Now the Yanmar Brahma UTV joins the herd, and it’s one tough hombre. BRAHMA BLOODLINE Yanmar is one of the worlds largest suppliers of ... Read more
ATV and UTV BELT replacement – Ultimax XP CVT Belt
Sooner or later you’re going to change a belt on your ATV or UTV. While both have practically identical engines, because of more than twice their overall weight and much higher towing and load carrying capabilities, a UTV drive train often bears loads that are several times what an ATV would see. On every brand but Honda all of that load is transferred through a belt. Your machines CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) is the weak ... Read more
CURT ECHO BRAKE CONTROLLER – Product Review
Visit any riding area and it quickly becomes evident that Side by Sides are a major factor in off-road recreation, and for good reason. They’re easier to drive than a dirt bike or ATV, you can share the ride and trail exploration with a companion, and they’re just plain fun! The downside is they are also much larger than most other off-road vehicles, with some nearly the size of a Jeep Wrangler, and that means ... Read more
