Chino, Ca. - July 9, 2008 - Yoshimura R&D of America has developed a new slip-on system for the 2008 Polaris Outlaw The system uses an aluminum RS2 sleeve and features a stainless steel tailpipe that bolts onto the stock header.

Available at your local dealer.

Stainless steel slip-on: # 2535703 (Mini RS-2) $295.00

Vision Custom Wheels 161 Bruiser Wheel -
Out in the woods, our stock equipment performed well in most general circumstances, but eventually, I knew better traction for thick mud and a trick new look for my quad would be required. So thinking in terms of "what's new" I found out Maxxis had released a line of 14-inch tires that would greatly change the look and performance of my quad. The only thing hanging me up was that very few companies make a 14-inch wheel.

That's where Vision Custom Wheels came in to play. The guys at Vision have been in the wheel manufacturing business for quite some time with most of their expertise being in automotive wheels. According to company executives, Vision has been working with ATV wheels for about seven years now. While combing through the Vision Custom Wheels lineup, I found the perfect size wheel for my new 14-inch tires. The 161 Bruiser dressed in black with no gloss would be my choice. This is an alloy wheel and has a simulated beadlock look that's visually appealing and was a perfect performer on the trail. The wheel isn't the lightest on the market, so don't think you're getting carbon fiber when you pick these babies up. These wheels (at $139.95) come in 12- and 14-inch sizes and have bolt patterns to fit most utility applications. We pushed our Vision wheels hard through gnarly mud holes, pounded through rock sections and dove into deep, nasty mud holes. After countless rides, no dings or damage were readily apparent. These wheels made our quad look great and lived through days of abuse without destructing. -Rick Sosebee

HARD PARTS	83
Style	30/30
Weight	17/20
Finish	18/20
Durability	8/10
Price	10/20
Bottom Line: Great-looking wheel that performs well but errs a little on the heavy side and is a bit overpriced
Vision Custom Wheels:
888/480-2030, 800/633-3936;
http://www.visionwheel.com

Maxxis Mudbug R (Radial)
The greatest thing about quads are that you can evolve them to perfectly satisfy your needs and style of riding. I wanted to improve my quad's traction in the mud while maintaining a smooth ride. Back in February 2007 the guys over at Maxxis released a new industry benchmark-a 14-inch radial mud-and I had to have it.

These were great-looking tires with just the amount of tread that I was looking r. t being a radial tire, the ride was smoother than I expected and the steering also emed extremely precise. The addition of the bead saver on any tire is an esome plus, and the engineers at Maxxis put a nice deep one on the new Mudbug R to help save the edges of my new rims. My ATV not only handled better in slick situations, but it also felt fairly smooth for a mud tire on the hardpack trails. It's amazing how much of an effect a good tire can have on your ATV's handling. If you need good grip and digger lugs, the new Maxxis Mudbug Radial might be a great tire for you. -Rick Sosebee

TIRES	91
Traction	28/30
Weight	20/20
Handling	16/20
Durability	9/10
Price	18/20
Bottom Line: An excellent mud and trail tire that offers a smooth ride in all trail conditions.
Maxxis: 800/4-MAXXIS; http://www.maxxis.com

DiamondBack HD Bed Cover With ATV Accessories - - I've never been a big fan of truck covers, until now, that is. I always had in my mind that a bed cover limited you as to what you could put in the back of your truck and if you wanted to take the cover off, you had to enlist the help of a friend. All in all, there was no good side other than security to owning one.

When I got the e-mail from DiamondBack Covers asking if we would test a unit, I was a bit hesitant. I looked at the company website and realized from the pictures that this isn't your average bed cover. Made from strong aluminum diamond plating and assembled in sections, this cover is simple to install and remove with only one person. In addition to this, you can carry up to two ATVs or one side-by-side on top of it.

Owners with multiple ATVs who have no other option than to load them on a trailer know that there are drawbacks. Many states limit you to lower speed limits and only allow you to use two lanes of the highway. This cover allows you to leave the trailer at home. By installing the adapter bar along the sides of the cover, you can secure the supplied 12-foot folding ramps and ride your quad onto the cover from the side of your truck. If you think it may seem like a steep ride, don't worry. The length of the ramps make it no different than if you were using a 6-foot ramp to go into the bed of your truck.

To keep you from going off of the other side, DiamondBack also supplies detachable side rails that are held in place from the adapter bar as well. This means that if you get a little too generous with the throttle while going up the ramps, there's something to catch you on the other side. Knock on wood, as I've not gone that far ... yet. Once your quads are on the cover, securing them is a breeze using the 12 high-strength cleats that are spaced all around the perimeter of the cover. Be sure to use four tiedowns per machine, though.

Now that you have eliminated your trailer, you also have an additional feature. If you were to load two quads into the bed of a truck, you would either have to stand one if not both on end for them to fit. The drawback is that you lose your storage in the bed. With the Diamond- Back HD Bed Cover, you're able to retain the use of your bed.

You can store all of your gear by lifting one or both sides of the bed cover before loading the ATVs on top. Or your other option is loading the ATVs and, if necessary, still have the ability to open the tailgate and store your items that way. The only problem I found with this method was that when there's a quad on the back of the cover, the extra weight on the tailgate made it little hard to get open.

To really put this cover to the test, I wanted to see how much weight it could hold. We put our Polaris Ranger RZR on top of the bed cover, secured it and took it for a drive. After a few days, we removed it and looked over the cover. There wasn't a flaw in it. There were no indentations from excessive weight, all of the tiedown cleats were still secure and no damage done to the vehicle.

One of the frequently asked questions I have gotten since installing this piece is, "How doesit tow when the ATVs are on it?" I can honestly say that there isn't a huge difference. There is somewind resistance and it is slightly top-heavy going around a corner, but even when getting hit by hard crosswinds, the truck felt completely stable.

All in all, I'm surprised with how much I enjoy sing this cover. With the ability to haul multiple ATVs without towing a trailer and still retaining your bed space for stowing your gear, this cover makes going out riding much less complicated. Although the price tag of $2100 is a little steep, it's still a great convenience. You don't have to worry about storing a trailer and you can keep other items secure in the bed even when you're not riding. This gets a thumbs-up in my book. -Eli Madero

HARD PARTS	84
Installation	17/20
Function	45/50
Durability	8/10
Design	8/10
Price	6/10
Bottom Line: Higher priced than most would like, but the cover lives up to its claims.
DiamondBack Truck Covers:
800/935-4002;
http://www.diamondbackcovers.com

Fasst Co. 15 QuadRacer Flexx Bars - When it comes to a handlebar on quads, I've tried everything under the sun. From a stock steel bar found on many showroom floors to the high-dollar oversize units. But I've never felt such a huge difference like I did with the new Flexx bars from Fasst Co. This is the same bar that you will find on the championship-winning machines ridden by John Natalie and Bill Ballance, so here

The first thing we noticed about the bar is the small elastomers in between the center bar and grip ends. These allow the bar to absorb more impact force before transferring to your arms. Taking away that initial shock allows you to ride faster for longer periods of time. In essence, the bar is like having an extra set of shocks for your arms. I've often looked at the Flexx bar but had been hesitant to purchase one because of the hefty price tag at $299.95. I installed a bar on our KFX450 to see if it could live up to all of the hype.

As soon as the bar is mounted, all you have to do is stand on the quad and give a little push down to see that the bar is much different from the norm. Although it takes some good force, the bar allows for a decent amount of movement to help absorb those jarring hits experienced on the trail or track. If you want more or less flex, all you have to do is order different density elastomers that allow you to dial in the Flexx bar to your needs. If you've never used these before, your first landing will feel awkward, but over time your arms will thank you. The feeling of the bar moving up and down with impact is almost unnatural but is easy to become accustomed to. The overall quality of the bar is topnotch with a clean finish, and the fact that you can replace most of the parts is a nice touch as well.

The only two negatives is the somewhat higher cost and the fact that you lose space for mounting things, such as kill switches and ignition switches. You can find alternate mounting locations, but it's just less convenient than a conventional handlebar.

After a hard day on the track, trail or out in the dunes, the bar has proven to be a great asset. In fact, I never want to ride again without a Flexx bar. Being able to ride at a harder and faster pace for a longer period of time because my arms weren't as fatigued made for many enjoyable days in the seat. Although the price is hard to get past, in the long run, I believe that your overall comfort and ride experience will prove worth it. -Eli Madero

HARD PARTS	90
Installation	17/20
Function	50/50
Durability	8/10
Design	9/10
Price	6/10
Bottom Line: Riding with a set of Flexx bars means you can ride longer and more comfortably.
Fasst Co.: 562/601-8119;
http://www.fasstco.com

Dowco ATV Cover - While camping, how many times have you woken up to find your quad covered in morning dew? Or maybe stored your quad for a month in a barn or garage only to discover it's covered in dust and cobwebs? Well, those days could be over ... Dowco offers utility ATV covers in sizes ranging from small to large.

The covers offer a strong and snug fit. Installation proved to be as simple as tossing the Dowco cover over the top and pulling down the sides. And when submitted to sitting outside in the weather for days on end the machine underneath stayed clean, dry and showed no short-term effects from the drying sun.

These covers are well-built with double-stitched, reinforced joints and heavy material designed for years of reliable use. When you aren't using the cover it can be quickly folded and stored. And when it's dirty it can be hosed off while mounted on your quad with no leaking worries. -Chuck DeBault

HARD PARTS	85
Design	18/20
Stability	7/10
Function	45/50
Durability	8/10
Price	7/10
Bottom Line: Close to year-round weath erproofing.
DOWCO, INC.: 800/588-7755;
http://www.dowco-inc.com

Boyesen Engineering has now released the next generation in accelerator pump fuel delivery. The NEW redesigned QUICKSHOT 2 (QS2) has now pushed solid fuel delivery to the next level. Superior in design to all AP covers, the QS2 accelerates fuel delivery while eliminating troublesome trapped air that can cause bog and hesitation. 25% more fuel capacity plus added bleed capability allows for solid fuel delivery 100% of the time. Unlike the majority of performance options that offer minor improvements with major price tags, the Quickshot 2 is a simple, innovative and cost-effective product that actually makes a difference in how your ATV runs - guaranteed! It received a 5-star rating from ATV Action Magazine.

Fits all Keihin FCR-MX37, 39 & 41mm carburetors
Honda TRX450 06-08
KTM 450XC 2008
KTM 525XC 2008
Polaris 450MXR 2008
Polaris 525 Outlaw 07-08
Yamaha YFZ450 04-08

BOYESEN PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
- Eliminates hesitation and bogging.
- Provides instant response to throttle movements.
- Reduces hot engine stalling.
- Improves low-end performance.
- Bolt-on product that requires no modification.

True performance can't be imitated; Boyesen's patented designs will work for you or Boyesen will give you your money back. Guaranteed. Find your model fitment today at http://www.boyesen.com. MSRP $94.95

Cleveland, Ohio - Apr 28, 2008 SuperTrapp Industries (http://www.SuperTrapp.com) launches the already famous MudSlinger (Part #136- 1510 MSRP $339.00) now available for the 500 and 700 Polaris Ranger '05-'08.

The MudSlinger is equipped with a removable USFS Approved Spark Arrestor and has an aggressive tone, yet is forestry legal. MudSlinger rips with performance, but tests with favorable sound measurements, ensuring riding areas to stay open.

MudSlinger is a rugged exhaust with a polished stainless steel outer body and an aluminum end cap, that not only looks cool, but will hold up to the abuse that aggressive ATV riders can dish out. The mechanical core offers a dramatic increase in torque and throttle response. It utilizes "Pillow Pack" packing for the ultimate in durability along with superior silencing. An optional Snorkel Kit (Part #106-1136 MSRP $99.00) is also available for deep water fording.

All 26 models of the MudSlinger come complete with clear instructions and all hardware which eliminate guesswork by lending bolt on power right out of the box. Available for Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Arctic Cat, Polaris and Can-Am models.

Also available for the Polaris 500 and 700 Ranger '05- '08 is SuperTrapp's IDSX (Part #835-1510 MSRP $367.00). The IDSX is a durable, lightweight, all stainless steel constructed exhaust designed to maximize a quad's torque while lowering sound levels. While ideal for applications such as farming, hunting and all-terrain riding, the SuperTrapp adjustable disc diffuser system allows the rider to tune the IDSX for more horsepower and sound quality at different points on the power band by adding, or subtracting discs. The internal disc design keeps mud from clogging the discs.

For more information on the MudSlinger, IDSX, or any SuperTrapp products, visit http://www.SuperTrapp.com or call 216-265-8400.

About SuperTrapp Industries
For more than 30 years, SuperTrapp Industries, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of comprehensive performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycles, ATV and automotive. In addition to their signature tunable disc diffuser exhaust systems, SuperTrapp manufactures the Kerker brand of exhaust systems, Road Legends Series, designed by master bike builder, Paul Yaffe and TC Racing exhausts, designed by master ATV engine builder, Tom Carlson. SuperTrapp Industries, Inc. is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. SuperTrapp.com offers exhaust sound bytes, a comprehensive on-line product catalog, the SuperTrapp forum to find and receive answers to your questions 24/7 and the "Find My Exhaust" feature which allows visitors to enter the make and model of their motorcycle, ATV or automotive to view a comprehensive list of all available products for their specific application.

Dubach Racing Development -
Yamaha Raptor 250 Exhaust System -
The Raptor 250 engine in stock form has a pretty good punch in the power department, but more is always welcome. Dubach Racing Development is giving you just that with its exhaust system for the nimble Raptor 250. Increase your power throughout the powerband with the slip-on system and gain even more of a punch by adding the optional headpipe. For those looking for a good increase in power, the $334.95 slip-on and $189.95 headpipe can give you just what the doctor ordered.

Dubach Racing Development: 877/382-2241; www.dubachracing.com

Fox Racing -
Fox Comp 5 Boots -
Looking for a good trail riding boot that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? If you don't need all of the bells and whistles of a high-end racing boot, then the Fox Comp 5 Boots are just what you need. Full leather upper construction makes these boots super comfortable while keeping your feet and ankles safe. The aluminum buckles make getting in and out of these boots a snap. Keep your feet comfy all day long in these moderately priced trail boots at $149.95.

Fox Racing: 888/772-2242; www.foxracing.com

Weekend Concepts -
Lazer Star Dominator 7-Inch Hid Lights -
Got lights? From personal experience driving side-by-sides out in the desert, we can say the stock lights often leave much to be desired. Pick up a set of these new lights from Weekend Concepts, install them on your ride and look out! With only a 35-watt bulb these lights have minimal draw on your electrical system while putting out some of the brightest light available from any HID light. Available as both a spot and flood light pattern in a sturdy housing that holds the lighting ballast for a clean look. With a price tag of only $289.99 for either spot or flood, it's easy to turn night into day with these beauties.

Weekend Concepts: 800/624-6234; www.weekendconcepts.com

THQ -
MX VS. ATV: Untamed -
Raining outside and you still need your ATV fix? Pop in the newest installment of the MX vs. ATV franchise and you're good to go. Great graphics, awesome online play and enough bar-banging entertainment to keep you occupied for hours. Available for Xbox 360, PS3, PSP, Nintendo DS and Wii platforms. Game price averages $59.95 and is available at most video game retailers.

THQ: www.thq.com

Braking USA -
ATV Wave Rotor -
For those who run through nasty mud and water on a regular basis, you'll find out that your front rotors will wear fairly quickly over time. When replacing them becomes necessary, you should definitely check out Braking USA's ATV wave rotors. These rotors are constructed from high-quality stainless steel with a unique profile that helps to continuously clean the pad surface. This should keep your brakes performing at top-notch consistently. These rotors are also lighter than your stock rotors and offer better heat resistance throughout your ride, which provides aggressive stopping power and overall improved handling of your machine. Each front rotor runs about $119 per side.

Braking USA: http://www.fieldsheer.comwww.brakingusa.com

FMF -
KTM 525 XC Factory 4.1 Exhaust System -
Were you one of the lucky people to get a shiny, new KTM 525 XC early in 2008? Do you want it to look and perform like the factory team riders' quads? FMF has you dialed in with its Factory 4.1 slip-on exhaust system and titanium header/MegaBomb midpipe. With the same products found on the team race machines, you can potentially be as fast as the factory riders and look just as good. While pricey, the slip-on is $399.99 and the titanium header/midpipe $599.99, these quality pieces from FMF are sure to put you at the front of the pack.

FMF: 310/631-4363; www.fmfracing.com

Shockles -
Shockstrap -
When it comes to holding down loads in the bed of our side-by-sides or on the racks of our utility quads, the regular ole tiedowns can be a little too bulky and inconvenient. Here comes the ShockStrap from Shockles to save the day. These handy straps have aluminum clamps at either end for quick attaching or detaching, and the elastic part of the strap is covered in fabric to prevent scratching of your load. At $32.95, these straps are affordably priced to secure your most precious cargo.

Shockles: 541/400-0323; www.shockles.com

Sunstar Works -
Triplestar Aluminum Rear Sprocket -
It happens to all of us at some point, the teeth on your rear sprocket wear down and you're lucky if your chain stays on. When it's time to replace that old, worn-out sprocket, check out SunStar Works' Triplestar Aluminum rear sprocket. These sprockets are constructed with high-quality aerospace-grade aluminum and are computer designed to help reduce weight as much as possible. SunStar claims that these sprockets provide 24 percent better chain contact area than your stockers and allow better power transferred to the ground. And to top it off, the sprockets are hard-anodized for added durability and a great-looking finish. This sprocket will run approximately $65 and is well worth the added durability.

SunStar Works: www.sunstar-mc.com

Fasst co. -
Anti-Vibration Bar Inserts - With many ATVs coming with big-bore single-cylinder engines nowadays, it isn't uncommon to have a ton of vibration being felt through the handlebar. This can lead to numbness in the hands and excessive blisters-which aren't fun to deal with. Simply install these brass inserts into each end of your handlebar and, voil, much of your troublesome vibration is gone. Save your hands and increase your ride time for only $59.95.

Fasst Co.: 562/601-8119; www.fasstco.com

Gatorz Eyewear -
Magnum Sunglasses -
Goggles are for protecting your eyes from rocks, dirt, branches and dust. How about when you're kicking back with your friends after that long ride? You need to protect your eyes from the sun's harmful rays, and these glasses are just the ticket. Carved from billet aluminum, the frames of these shades are both strong and stylish. Frames are available in gunmetal, polished, blue and black colors and are paired with the perfect combination of colored lenses. A steal for only $139.

Gatorz Eyewear: 858/748-5551; www.gatorz.com

QuadBoss UTV Folding Ramps
Backing an ATV down a ramp in reverse is an uneasy feeling. Will the ramps break, causing you to flip over backward with the ATV landing on top of you? Are the ramps wide enough to prevent the tires from slipping off the edge? And who is the greatest actor of all time: Urkel from "Family Matters" or Screech from "Saved by the Bell"? These pressing matters are not the type of thing that you want running through your mind when you're carefully manipulating the clutch, throttle and brake as the rear tires leave your tailgate and roll onto your loading ramp.

Thankfully, I didn't have to worry about such important questions when I had QuadBoss' UTV Folding Ramps under my wheels. These are the stoutest ramps I've ever driven up or down. Made in the USA from billet aluminum and sporting a 0.07 inch wall thickness, these ramps did not flex at all when driving a Polaris RZR or Yamaha Rhino into our pickup's bed. That's saying something, considering the RZR weighs in at around 945 pounds, while the Yamaha is 1049 pounds.

Needless to say, a sport or utility ATV is not a problem for the QuadBoss ramps. In fact, when paired together, you can literally put a ton of weight on the UTV Folding Ramps-thanks to its 2000-pound capacity. Couple that with the generous 18-inch diameter and 88-inch length and you have some nicely welded, seriously heavy-duty ramps. Another appreciated feature is the adjustable security straps that help make sure those ramps stay pressed tight against your tailgate. They're much better than the puny cable or chain that other ramps have.All this peace of mind comes at a price: the QuadBoss UTV Folding Ramps retail for $418 per pair, but at least that includes a 10-year manufacturer's warranty. If you think that's out of line, try driving a side-by-side up a pair of $99 or even $199 ramps, and we think you'll agree that all the flexing going on underneath you will change your mind.
-Brian Purtymun

HARDWARE	92
Capacity	20/20
Portability	17/20
Function	20/20
Strength	20/20
Price	15/20
BOTTOM LINE: Pricey but worth it.
SEE YOUR LOCALTUCKER-ROCKYDEALER;WWW.QUADBOSS.COM

Klim Stow Away Jacket
It's October, and that means fickle weather. Chilly mornings and warm afternoons mean your riding gear had better be prepared for anything.

You need a jacket but don't want another clunky old thing that you have to lug around on the storage rack of your utility quad or that you'll have to ride back to the truck to put away if you're on a sport ATV.

Enter Klim's Stow Away jacket. Touted as a space-age solution to the comfort vs. weight dilemma, the Stow Away makes the most of its Gore-Tex fabric and sealed YKK zippers to achieve a waterproof, yet breathable piece of apparel that is ideal for trail riding. The Klim (pronounced "climb") Stow Away is available in both black or gray color combinations with sizes ranging from XS to 3XL.

The Stow Away's coolest feature is its waterproof chest pocket also doubles as a 4.5-inch x 8-inch self-contained bag for the jacket. There isn't a separate bag to cram the Stow Away into that will inevitably end up getting lost; the jacket literally folds up into itself and zips shut. Bravo, Klim. Not only that, the whole shebang only weighs a svelte 12 ounces. How did they trim all the weight while still allowing for elastic wrists with hook-and-loop adjustment, a fleece-lined collar and reinforced shoulder and elbow material? The answer lies in stitchless seam sealing. These "welded" seam seals are much thinner and lighter than traditional threaded seams and held up fine to whacks from tree branches during our trail testing.

The only problem with this jacket is its price. Although I appreciate the quality materials and the engineering that went into this garment, I was taken aback by the staggering $199.99 price tag. That's a tough pill to swallow, especially when most ATV mud boggers are happy paying $16.88 down at the local Wal-Mart for a sweatshirt hoodie that's going to get absolutely dunked in mud, anyway. Even though its price point is out of line with most ATV riders (including us), it's still a really nice jacket. With some "price restructuring," as accountants like to say, I think Klim has a winner here.
-Brian Purtymun

GEAR	80
Style	18/20
Comfort	18/20
Function	19/20
Wash/Care	19/20
Price	6/20
BOTTOM LINE: A well-made, compact jacket that's perfect for "stowing away" under the seat of your truck.
KLIM USA: 208/552-7433; WWW.KLIMUSA.COM

Moose XCR Riding Skins
I'll spare you the photo of me wearing Moose's XCR Riding Skins. Instead, I'll just lay them on the grass and tell you about how I don't want to ride without them.

The infamous "monkey butt" has been a nemesis of ATV riders for decades. Arming yourself with a pair of these $26.95 riding shorts tips the battle considerably in your favor.

Although the form-fitting spandex pants may garner some derogatory catcalls while you change in the bed of your truck, the synthetic chamois crotch makes it so worth it. Available in sizes M, L and XL, Moose's XCR Riding Skins make a long day in the saddle a lot more comfortable.
-Brian Purtymun

GEAR	90
Style	18/20
Comfort	18/20
Function	18/20
Wash/Care	19/20
Price	17/20
BOTTOM LINE: When would having extra padding down there not be a good idea?
MOOSE RACING: SEE YOUR LOCAL PARTS UNLIMITED DEALER; WWW.MOOSERACING.COM

Ogio 9800 Gear Bag
"Made to move" is what the Ogio 9800's accompanying literature stated. "Hmm, I'll be the judge of that," I thought to myself. The last year at ATV Rider has turned me into something of a jet-setter-flying here and there to test this and that-not to mention constant local riding here in Southern California. I need a gear bag that can keep up, as well as haul all of my stinky gear ... and then some.

Avid readers of ATV Rider (that's you!) will remember my review of the AXO SemiTruck gear bag back in our February '07 issue. As much as I liked the bag, I have to say the Ogio (pronounced, "oh-JEE-oh") 9800 trumps it. The 9800's $169.99 MSRP may turn you off at first, but don't despair because this bag is one tough cookie and worth the expense. Nine color combinations are available, with styles ranging from mild to wild.

The 9800 can carry a lot of gear, but at 15 pounds empty you can easily load it beyond the 50-pound limit imposed by most airlines. Oversize, rubber wheels allows for smooth gliding, and my favorite feature is that the bag stands upright on its own-nice to have at a crowded ticket counter. A plastic underbelly and heavy-duty stitching allow the bag to take some punishment, whether it's dished out by disgruntled grounds crew at your least favorite airport, or by you yourself as you heave the 9800 into your pickup.
-Brian Purtymun

GEAR	96
Style	20/20
Storage Space	19/20
Function	20/20
Durability	20/20
Price	17/20
BOTTOM LINE: The best gear bag in the business.
OGIO: 800/922-1944; WWW.OGIO.COM

Goodyear Tires
Rawhide MT/R Utility ATV/UTV Tires
When you hear the name Goodyear, ATVs and UTVs aren't the first things to pop in your head. The leader in radial truck tires has come out with an all-terrain tire just for ATV and UTV enthusiasts. The new radial tire has a tread pattern derived from its full-size predecessor, the Wrangler MT/R, which is suitable for all terrain and weather conditions. Available in the most popular 12-inch tire sizes and in the newly popular 14-inch sizes as well. With prices starting at $73.32, great traction and ride quality is only a phone call away. Goodyear Tires: 800/845-8378; www.goodyearatv.com.

Invision Powersports
UTV and ATV Graphics Kits
Want your UTV or ATV to stand out from the crowd? Try these new graphics kits from Invision Powersports. Printed on high-performance vinyl, these unique body wraps not only look cool but they help protect your plastic from scratches. The kits are available in a variety of colors and designs for the Yamaha Rhino and most popular sport ATVs. Get the custom paint job look without the custom price. $379 for UTVs and $229.95 for ATVs. Invision Powersports: 760/440-9705; www.invisionpowersports.com.

Roadrash
Extreme Sports Picture Frames
Someone just snapped a picture of you jumping bigger than you've ever before, and now you need to figure out what to put it in when you get it. It'll look OK sitting in some generic wood or metal picture frame from your local we've-got-everything store, but is that what you want? Just OK? Make that memorable moment stand out by putting it into an Extreme Sports frame. The company makes a frame for just about every adrenaline-junkie sport imaginable. Its new sprocket picture frame is so eye-catching, everyone will be able to see you in action. Frames start at $24. Roadrash, Inc.: 661/250-4188; www.roadrashframes.com.

Works Connection
Billet Front Master Cylinder Covers
Is it absolutely necessary? Not really. But does it make your quad look cool? Absolutely. CNC machined from billet aluminum, these reservoir caps will give you that works factory rider look. At $29.95, the covers are available in red, blue and silver to fit most sport ATVs. Works Connection, Inc.: 800/349-1475; www.worksconnection.com.

Pro Armor
Rhino 450/660 Safari and Cargo Racks
If you're one of those people who takes long excursions in your Rhino but are limited only by how much storage room you have, then Pro Armor has your solution. With its new Cargo and Safari racks, you have almost double the area to pack everything and the kitchen sink. Simply install the Rack Support Frame ($129.95) and mount either the Cargo style ($149.95) or Safari style ($199.95) racks over the hood of your machine and you're good to go. Both racks are made from heavy-duty steel and are designed to hold up to 90 pounds of cargo and look stylish enough to leave on, even when you don't need them. Good looks and the extra storage space you've been wanting are only a phone call away. Pro Armor: 888/312-7667; www.proarmor.com.

ITP
T-7 Beadlock Wheels
Style and function? ITP took both into consideration when it designed its latest C-series wheel. The same wheel that has offered great performance and looks in the past is now available with a beadlock design in both 12x7 and 14x7 sizes to meet the needs of most utility quad and UTV riders. The wheels come standard with a polished finish with the beadlock ring to match. For those wanting to be a little different, the beadlock rings are also offered in a black, blue or red powdercoat finish. With 12-inch wheels for $179.95 and 14-inch wheels for $227.95, it's easy to drive hard and look good while doing it. ITP: 800/859-4740; www.itptires.com.

Duncan Racing International
Outlaw 525 Stage I Bolt-on Kit
Looking to get even more power out of that monster 525cc motor? How about 7-plus horsepower without tearing apart the engine? That's what you get when you install Duncan Racing's Stage I bolt-on kit. Get the same performance and quality as factory Polaris racer and WORCS champion Doug Eichner on your machine. The kit price starts at $835 for the full Fat Boy 4 exhaust system that includes a limited lifetime warranty, Pro Design K&N Pro Flow filter kit and complete jet kit with installation instructions. Duncan Racing International: 619/258-6306; www.duncanracing.com.

Lonestar Racing
Rhino Chassis Gusset Plates
Under extreme driving conditions, the chassis of this monster machine is prone to flex. To help strengthen the frame and prevent an annoying and possibly dangerous failure, Lonestar Racing has come to the rescue. It designed these stylish yet functional front and rear gusset plates that will not only reinforce the chassis but also secure the front and rear differential from flexing. If you plan on driving these in any form of competition, consider them a must. Safety and strength for only $90 at each end. Lonestar Racing: 800/457-7223; www.lsracing.com.

FMF Q2 Silencer and PowerBomb HeaderMy 2005 Kawasaki KFX400's engine is showroom stock, except for four White Brothers 1-inch foam plugs that I added to the airbox lid for improved breathing. It's a fun quad, but it could use some help in the power department. I'd researched other pipes-White Brothers, Hindle, Muzzy to name a few-but settled on the FMF Q2 silencer and PowerBomb header. Quiet performance is a priority to me; I don't want to be one of those guys no one wants to ride with because I'm blowing out people's eardrums every time they get behind me.

Removing the stock exhaust proved to be somewhat of a challenge. The stock headpipe just wouldn't clear for an easy removal. After loosening the oil tank and then the bottom hose from the radiator-and muttering half a dozen swear words-I was finally able to free it. Fortunately, the PowerBomb header has a different bend compared to the stocker and slid in with ease.

After bolting it up, I moved to the Q2 silencer. I began to get excited halfway through this installation because the PowerBomb is awesome-looking, and I couldn't wait to hit the trails. After applying some high-temperature silicone on the inside pipe for a good seal, I slipped the Q2 onto the middle pipe without any hassles. However, I did not care for the strap mounting system securing the canister to the frame. I would liked to have seen the mount welded directly onto the silencer, as well as having two mounts (like the stock pipe) instead of just one. Another thing demanding caution is the midpipe that connects the silencer to the header; there may be some rubbing issues against the rear fender-I'm keeping my eye on it. Perhaps some heat-insulating tape will help alleviate this. Again, if the Q2 had welded mounts instead of a strap, this would not be a worry.

After everything was tight and double-checked, I eagerly fired up my KFX and was amazed at how quiet it was at idle. It's really not much louder than stock. After a quick warm-up, I gave it some throttle and again I liked what I heard. The Q2 has a nice bark, but nothing like a race pipe.

Enough wrenching-time to ride!

The proving grounds for the FMF Q2 silencer and PowerBomb header were tight Pennsylvania woods that never allowed me to get out of second or third gear. With the stock motor, I needed to slip the clutch to get my KFX to pull out of some of the tight turns with any real authority. With the FMF exhaust, that problem was gone! My engine now pulls well in the low to midrange, exactly where I needed it to. The front wheels now feel lighter, and not having to use the clutch as much gives my left hand quite a rest. In the high-rpm range, I didn't feel any change, so if you like to keep your KFX400 tightly wound up, there are better-suited FMF pipes to install. My motor ran smoothly, with no popping or backfiring. I did not change any jetting, and a further check of the spark plug revealed that it had a nice tan color, but I will keep a close eye on it.

FMF's Q2 silencer sells for $339.00, while its PowerBomb header retails at $199.99. I've got to say that $538.99 is a lot of money for an exhaust system. But the fit and finish of this system is nice, and for the amount of performance that was added to my Kawasaki KFX400, it was worth it to me.-Jeff Reed

Reader Tested
Reviewer: Jeff Reed, Johnstown, PA
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 195 lb
Skill Level: Intermediate

HARDWARE	89
Price	15/20
Performance	19/20
Fit and Finish	17/20
Sound Level	20/20
Installation	18/20

Bottom Line: Healthy horsepower with stealthy sound.FMF: 310/631-4363; www.fmfracing.com

Scott 87 OTG Goggles
Eyeglasses and riding goggles don't always get along too well. But I've never been one to wear contact lenses; they just don't appeal to me. However, keeping your soft, squishy eyeballs intact just may be one of the most important factors when riding your machine-second only to looking cool, of course.

After unloading our quads during our most recent ATV outing, I eagerly threw on my helmet in anticipation of slipping on Scott's 87 OTG (Over-the-Glasses) goggles. I was instantly amazed at how comfortably they fit over my glasses. So comfortably, in fact, that I kept them on while watching my favorite TV show, "The Office," later that night, while my wife laughed at her insane-looking husband.

Being the vain art director that I am, I wear plastic-framed glasses because, obviously, they make me look dead sexy. But they don't fit well under a helmet. The 87 OTG Goggles, however, do a great job of fitting over my glasses without being too tight in my helmet's eyeport. Most goggles I've tried push the frame of my glasses into my face whenever I hit a large whoop or bump, smearing sweat onto my lenses and temporarily blinding me. Not so with the OTGs. They fit so well that I could hit every bump or whoop as fast I wanted to.

Having worn glasses since the sixth grade, I know a thing or two about spectacles fogging up. The Scott's ventilation took care of that problem straight away. I was impressed by how fast the fog cleared up as soon as I got moving.

On a side note, being a Pacific Islander, I really don't have a bridge on my nose; so when everyone else around the office complains about their goggles pinching their nose too hard, I frankly don't know what that's like. In fact, I find it a problem not having a bridge because it's a one-way path for dust to find its way into my goggles, unlike Brian Purtymun and his big ol' ski-slope schnoz. Scott can't be dinged for that, but I thought I'd throw it out there, and who knows? Maybe Scott will develop a "Dead Sexy Pacific Islander Art Director OTG Goggle." Hmm ... I won't hold my breath.

Still, I'm not 100 percent smitten with these goggles. The style is way outdated, and when you see the rest of Scott's cool-looking lineup, it's possible you'll develop instant goggle envy. If you're the type of person who sees products as function first and form second, you likely won't care how your goggles look. But don't forget: I'm a vain art director.-joe Neric

GEAR	86
Style	15/20
Comfort	9/10
Function	45/50
Wash/Care	9/10
Price	8/10

Bottom Line: At a somewhat reasonable $43.50, I would recommend the Scott 87 OTG Goggles to any rider who wears glasses.Scott: 208/622-1000; www.scottusa.com

Shift Large Gear Bag
You shouldn't put all your eggs into one basket, but you should put all your riding gear into one bag. With eight compartments, the Shift Large Gear Bag easily fits two sets of gear, one set of boots, two helmets, a goggle, a chest protector and even a place to store your excuses for losing a race. The multitude of pockets of varying sizes lets you keep everything organized and clean (two things that pose a challenge for me).

The two compartments for the boots (each holds one) are extremely well vented. To keep the loaded bag lighter and less bulky, I'd intended to use these breezy pockets as the perfect place to throw dirty gear for the drive home. But recently, I went on a road trip, and it was great to be able to pack everything, including my boots, into one bag.

The bag has a wheeled version, but I ordered the nonwheeled, much to the amusement of my coworkers. I like to be able to stuff the bag wherever there's room, and without the hard plastic bottom, the bag is easier to mash between two quads or jam into the backseat of an extra cab truck.

If I were planning to use the bag for airline travel, I would have gone with the wheels. As is, the bag only sees dirt and trucks. That's the way I ... roll?

I gotta have complaints, right? I'd like to see a top pocket where I can store items I don't want to see smashed (like my goggle). I'd also like to see a hard-cased inner sleeve where I can stash tear offs without the chance of their getting creased or crumpled.

The $99.95 bag appears well made. It has been on numerous trips to the track and still fooled someone in the office into thinking it was a brand-new bag. Available only in black, the bag has a well-padded strap for your shoulder, a hook for your keys, a padded changing mat for your feet and a nice, clean look for your image. -Pete Peterson

GEAR BAG	91
Capacity	19/20
Portability	9/10
Function	47/50
Durability	9/10
Price	7/10

Bottom Line: Papa's got a new bag, and nowhe's organized.Shift: 888/826-5143; www.shiftracing.com

MSR NXT Gear
We believe in being incredibly thorough with our product testing so we beat the crap out of stuff. Constantly. The abused products bend, buckle and eventually break, or they stand up to our cruel mistreatment with such nobility that we simply grow bored and start testing something else. The MSR NXT gear is a prime example of the latter.

Stylish and clean, a set of the NXT gear found its way into my gear bag last fall. I immediately started breaking it in and found the sizing to be true to my medium-shirt/32-pant frame. There were a number of solid features about both the jersey and pant. To begin with, MSR's top-o'-the-line jersey has excellent underarm cooling panels, as well as a bit of extra material in this area to aid with airflow. The V-neck collar is comfortable and roomy, as are the stretch cuffs and nonslip tail. The pant features several smartly placed stretch panels, as well as a deviously designed set of waist cinch straps. Noticeable on the track is the lightweight feeling of the NXT setup, which feels unobtrusive without a sense of underprotection. A family of rubber accent panels on both jersey and pant blurt MSR's name without screaming it, and the gear looks great on a wide variety of machines.

Back to the durability: I continuously pummeled the NXT gear, and I can truly say that it has held up with exceptional resilience, up to the point where it was clear that I wasn't going to be blowing out the gear anytime this season. After a variety of rides (which included a handful of small crashes), the only betrayal to the NXT's longevity is a few sloppy stitches in the elbow of the jersey, a tear in the inner mesh liner of the pant and some trace dirt stains on the stretch panels. But for the retail price of $49.95 for the jersey and $145.95 for the pant, I am stoked with these results! The prolonged saddle time did unveil a few minor complaints about the NXT gear; the loose collar is a little prone to letting dirt in, the pant liner ought to be full-length for convenience and the thinly padded integrated elbows don't do much. However, the incredible durability and good performance make the small quirks easy to ignore. -Chris Denison

GEAR	90
Style	18/20
Comfort	9/10
Function	45/50
Wash/Care	10/10
Price	8/10

Bottom Line: Takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'. Looks cool, too!MSR: Your local Tucker Rocky dealer; www.msracing.com

Four Profile Riding Gloves
People are always coming up to me and saying things like: "Wow, you have the coolest job ever!"; "What a way to make a living!"; and "Hey you! Get your hand off my girlfriend's leg!" But the one question that people ask when it comes to riding gear is: "Is Four gear really made specifically for ATV riders?"

While other Four gear is made with the ATV riding position in mind, the piece of riding apparel that I was most interested in testing was the company's new Profile glove. Imagine the following scenario: you don't get to ride as much as you like, so on those rare occasions on which you do get to spend a day in the saddle, your right thumb gets thoroughly chafed by day's end because you haven't developed a callus yet. Sounds wimpy, I know, but I bet there are a lot of people looking for an answer to this problem.

There's nothing different about Four's Profile gloves when you first put them on. Once you grab the handlebar, though, your right thumb says, "Ahhh!" Gel padding sewn into the end of the right thumb provides a couple of millimeters of cushion as you press the throttle a few thousand times over the course of a riding day. The Profiles are available in four colors, and the three-ply mesh top makes for a well-ventilated glove.

It's an idea so simple that I wish I'd thought of it. But Four beat me to the punch, and the Profile gloves' cushioned thumb is a patent-pending feature. The only thing keeping them from being truly great is that there is no padding in the palms at all. For tightwads like me, the best part about the Profiles is that they're affordable at only $16.99 per pair. A significant savings like that means I can upgrade my Saturday night dinner date from the usual Taco Bell to, say, Arby's. Thanks, Four!-Brian Purtymun

GEAR	89
Style	16/20
Comfort	9/10
Function	45/50
Wash/Care	9/10
Price	10/10

Bottom Line: Easier and cheaper than converting to a twist throttle.Four: 888/368-7288; www.fouratv.com

GT Thunder Stock Shock RebuildYou just threw down more than six Gs of your hard-earned money to walk away with a brand-new Honda TRX450R. Excited about its potential performance abilities, you quickly realize that the handling is not what you expected. The suspension is harsh; you're constantly near an over-the-bar experience as the rear end tends to kick; and it is almost impossible to keep all four wheels on the ground while tackling fast corners. Sure, the TRX450R may be one of the finest-performing machines on the market, but its suspension is in dire need of an upgrade. The standard solution would be to throw down another two or three Gs and replace the stock suspension with aftermarket shocks and maybe even long-travel A-arms, but most of us don't have that kind of budget. So don't max out your credit cards just yet. There is an answer in the quest for first-rate performance on a budget: GT Thunder.

Laz Sommers and the rest of his staff at GT Thunder, located in Millersburg, Ohio, have done their homework over the past few years and discovered ways to drastically improve stock suspension at an affordable price. "Our goal is to transform your stock suspension to outperform aftermarket setups," Sommers explains. We shipped all three of our TRX450R shocks to GT Thunder, and a little more than a week later they were ready to be mounted up.

In a nutshell, this is what the pros at GT did: They added a new linkage to the rear shock to improve the leverage ratio, changed the wheel-travel progression ratio and altered the location of travel. The rear shock received new valving and a spring to match the changes and the rider's weight. For the front, GT Thunder magically grafted on an additional 1.5 inches of travel so the suspension has more room to work. Finally, the front shocks got the revalving work and a dual-spring setup to match the rider's particular specs and weight. This package is about $740-significantly less than the thousands charged for a good aftermarket setup.

The installation proved effortless; after all, we only had to remount the stock shocks. Once all of the bolts were tightened, we dropped the Honda to the ground and immediately welcomed several new inches of sag. This new, lower stance enabled the TRX to shed its tendency to roll in fast corners. To our great relief, the rear linkage helped diminish the kicking and bucking, allowing us to charge hard through rough terrain without the threat of an over-the-bar trip. Best of all, our bodies really appreciated the disappearance of the energy-robbing jolts that the stock suspension couldn't smooth. Overall, the GT Thunder shock rebuilds were just the ticket, and now we can confidently take our TRX450 to any starting line or simply out for a good trail ride.-Thad JoseY

HARDWARE	96
Installation	20/20
Function	9/10
Durability	48/50
Design	9/10
Price	10/10
BOTTOM LINE: Before tires, wheels, graphics or a pipe, this should be the very first mod any new TRX450R or YFZ450 should get.
GT THUNDER: 330/674-7122; WWW.GTTHUNDER.COM

Swisher 44-Inch Tow-Behind Trailcutter
Mowing the yard or clearing the brush off your land is about the last thing you want to be doing. Done the old-fashioned way, with a hoe, weed whacker or rake, it can be downright backbreaking. And the current crop of ride-along mowers have a hard time with anything larger than grass blades, let alone rugged terrain. Since we had a few large mowing jobs on the horizon, we looked into various options and found the Swisher 44-inch Trailcutter.

Nearly a commercial-level, or agricultural-specification, piece of equipment, the Trailcutter is roughly 550 pounds of machine. We assembled it in under an hour following the easy instructions, which are mostly for attaching the hitch. Ours had the 14.5-horsepower Briggs and Stratton motor (versus the 12.5-horsepower version), which included electric starting. As you can imagine, the motor has plenty of power and it started right up. There is a remote engagement (we attached the handle to the tow bar close to the hitch) driven through a belt and pulley system to the dual swinging blades.

Swisher claims the cutter will rip through sticks of up to 1.5 inches in diameter, and we can confirm this is true. In fact, we were cutting dry brush and small branches into the 2-inch range, just moving slowly so there wasn't too much cutting going on at once or it would slip the belt. If that happened, it was easy to stop, reach back and disengage the lever, then back out and whack slower. The motor hardly bogs down and seems to have good momentum with the blades. Being abusive (isn't that what this is about?), we tried to chop too thick of brush, to hit stumps and to cut way too much bulk at once, and the only causality was the belt slipping more and more until it finally grew too hot and started smoking. We suggest having a spare belt around anyway. We also thought more stuff would fly out and hit the rider of the quad, but all he got was dusty in the dry conditions.

The best feature of the Trailcutter is its ability to be set up to cut offset to either side of the quad. Just change the angles of the swivel joints on the hitch arm, which is easily accomplished with quick-release pins. That way you don't have to ride through the thick brush and the cutter slices through a half-length more trail to the side you choose. The wheels are large enough to get through most rough ground, with strong metal deflectors built in front to guide the Trailcutter around obstacles like stumps or rocks. The cut is adjustable from two to seven inches in height via a threaded handle.

We cleared five acres of scrub brush and sage on very uneven ground in about five hours with the Trailcutter. We also used it to cut a bush runway in a thick grass meadow (again littered with sage). The Trailcutter took three to five minutes to accomplish what it would take a human and a hoe one hour to do, making the $2060 price tag seem a lot more worth it. The price may be a tough pill to swallow initially, but the machine is clearly built tough and worth every penny in backbreaking labor it will save you. It leaves a nice mulched wake of destruction in its path and arguably makes mowing fun.-Jimmy Lewis

HARDWARE	91
Installation	18/20
Function	9/10
Durability	47/50
Design	9/10
Price	8/10
BOTTOM LINE: Once you mow the grass from your quad with the Trailcutter, you'll never want to do it any other way.
SWISHER: 800/222-8183; WWW.SWISHERINC.COM

EK USA Ratchet Cat Tiedowns
It's a circus around here every time we try to load up to go ride. Our cramped underground parking garage offers only dim lighting and a very low ceiling height, so we usually load upstairs. Above ground, cars are constantly zooming around the blind corners of our tight parking lot, so we have to watch our backs as we load to keep from getting clipped by a Hyundai.

Enter EK USA's Ratchet Cat tiedown straps. You're probably thinking, "How much is there to say about tiedowns? They either work or they don't." The problem is most of the time they don't work. Picture this scenario: You're anxious to catch a couple of hours of ride time, but you're just starting to load up and it's already 1:45 p.m. By the time you get to your spot and unload, it'll probably be close to 4:00, but you're bound and determined to ride no matter what! You manage to get your ATV onto the trailer but struggle to get your ratchet straps opened and untangled. You pull on that tiny release lever as it painfully digs into your fingers, and try to wiggle the mechanism loose. Every time you use the things, it seems like they've been mysteriously glued together. Cussing ensues, but as much as you hate ratchet straps, you have to admit that they do pull down harder than any nonratcheting tiedown ever could, so you reluctantly continue to fool with them. Sound familiar?

The only difference between EK's Ratchet Cats and other ratcheting tiedowns is the Ratchet Cats' handles are larger and rubber-coated. However, these two small changes make all the difference in the world. First of all, the handle is actually big enough for a man-size index and middle finger to be wrapped around it. Second, the larger-than-normal release handle is also coated in rubber, a welcome addition that is especially appreciated during winter. Never again will we have to pull over to do quick roadside tiedown adjustments with bare, chapped hands as the cold metal painfully digs into our skin.

Available in 18 color combinations, the Ratchet Cats retail for $39.99 per pair. That sounds expensive, but I once got taken for $20 for a regular pair of cheesy tiedowns at Target in an emergency, and they were less than half as good as the Ratchet Cats. When you consider it that way, the price of the Ratchet Cats seems about right. The available bright color combinations are cool-looking, but they did get filthy after the first use, so my favorite would have to be plain ol' black. The plastic-coated hooks seem nice at first but the coating eventually tears with enough use, just like every other tiedown you've used. I'd like to see some type of hard powdercoating on the hooks. However, the Ratchet Cats use a "soft loop" option in which the strap forms a loop and hooks back onto itself, so the only thing tugging on your expensive handlebar is the strap material itself and not a hook, thus preventing any potential scratches.

In summary, these straps just plain work, and won't test your patience when you're antsy to get out of Dodge and go ride. Try a pair of Ratchet Cats and you'll wonder why you ever put up with the painful, anti-ergonomic handles of other ratchet straps all those years.-Brian Purtymun

TOOLS	93
Function	48/50
Durability	28/30
Design	9/10
Price	8/10
BOTTOM LINE: One less thing to worry about on the way there and during the ride home.
EK USA: 435/753-8448;
WWW.EKUSA.COM

Sony ATV Offroad Fury 4 Video Game
There has been a lot less productivity coming from me at the office lately. I can't quite put my finger on what it is. Maybe it's some leftover "Maana Syndrome" from our trip to Baja. Or maybe it's this new PlayStation 2 video game that I've been so absorbed in lately-ATV Offroad Fury 4 from Sony Computer Entertainment. For starters, there are more than 70 tracks on which to race your ATV, dirt bike, truck or buggy. If that sounds like a lot, well, it is, not to mention there's a track editor so you can build your own designs and then race on them. Spanning five continents and covering several different styles of racing, there's something here for everyone, from freestyle to motocross to point-to-point desert racing.

The Training Mode is a fast and fun way to dive in and get the feel of the controls. Once you graduate from there, you can play in Classic Mode, which is perfect for a quick arcade-style race. For a simulation-style gaming experience, you can play in Story Mode, in which you assume the role of an up-and-coming racer who must work his or her way through the ranks of the circuit. As you become more successful, you'll be able to purchase upgrades for your ride, as well as win sponsorships from various companies.

I especially liked the Freestyle Mode, which produces some painful-looking, yet hilarious crashes. Some of the different camera angles in ATV Offroad Fury 4 provide an awesome sense of speed, and preloading the suspension before a big jump is critical to perfect landings and maintaining your flow around the track, as is slipping the clutch to rocket out of tight corners. The artificial intelligence is well done. The competition is fierce but still crashes once in a while, so it's not impossible to make a last-lap comeback and snag the win. Small touches like this really make the game seem more realistic, and you can tell the programmers did their homework when creating this game.

Soundwise, I found ATV Offroad Fury 4 to be a disappointment. The two-stroke engines whine like a weed whacker, while a 650-horsepower trophy truck sounds similar to the Jetsons' flying car. Also, when taking the checkered flag in a supercross race with a stadium full of people, I was expecting to be drowned by cheers. Instead, I got an occasional whistle. What gives?

As for the soundtrack, it can be hit or miss. Most of the songs are from bands you've probably never heard of and include mostly hard-core rock, metal and hip-hop artists. One song can be kind of catchy, while the next one will be terrible and feature lots of hollering and screaming, which distracts when you're banging bars. Thankfully, the music is easily turned off. The graphics could have been a bit sharper, but at least they're as bright and colorful as one of Bill Cosby's sweaters.

For only $39.99, ATV Offroad Fury 4 provides enough replay value to keep you entertained for weeks and weeks. If your ATV is in the shop or foul weather has you staying home, this game is the next best thing to riding-except, of course, for reading ATV Rider.-Brian Purtymun

VIDEO GAMES	87
Graphics	17/20
Sound	14/20
Gameplay	18/20
Replay value	20/20
Price	18/20
BOTTOM LINE: Way better than Martha Stewart's Extreme Decorating for the Xbox.
SONY: WWW.US.PLAYSTATION.COM

Sony ATV Offroad Fury Pro For The Playstation Portable
Dude! Have you played this yet? I'm talking about ATV Offroad Fury 4 Pro ($39.99) for the PlayStation Portable (PSP). It's just as good as the regular ATV Offroad Fury 4 for the PS2 but fits in the palm of your hand. With 64 tracks and 30 vehicles to choose from, I was entertained during the entire drive from La Paz, Mexico, to San Diego, California, on our way back from the Baja 1000.

If that weren't enough, the custom track editor has been carried over to this game as well, providing even more entertainment as you race around your own custom-designed courses. The super-fun Mini-Game Mode is a great way to turn on the PSP and play for a few minutes without becoming involved in a long race.

I don't know what Brian's talking about; I loved the hard-hitting soundtrack! The reason he hasn't heard of any of the bands is because at 25 he's practically an old man-while I'm still 21. Get with the times, Brian! I do agree with him on the sound effects, though. It just sounded, well, a little weak. Also, the clutch button is on the right-hand side of the controller, but everybody knows the clutch lever is always on the left-hand side, so that took some getting used to. The graphics were really good, and the replay value keeps me coming back for more, whether I'm in line at the bank, the barber shop or just mellowed out on the couch at home. I give it an overall score of 92. Peace out.-Levi Marana, member of '06 Baja 1000-winning Team Temecula Motorsports

Slime Pro Power Heavy-Duty Tire Inflator
When you're traveling with a trailer full of ATVs, it's only a matter of time before you need some compressed air to inflate a tire. First, there's your truck with four tires (six if you drive a dually), then at least two more on your trailer and four for every ATV you're hauling. That's a lot of tires to think about. When's the last time you pulled into a gas station and found an air compressor off to the side that actually worked? It's usually broken, or some jerk has parked a 1988 Corolla right in front of it and has disappeared. You also might find yourself needing an air pump when riding at the sand dunes. Airing down is a necessity to keep from burying your truck, but it might be a long drive back to the gas station for reinflation, which could damage the sidewalls of your tires in the process.

Eliminate all those hassles by carrying the $59.99 Slime Pro Power heavy-duty tire inflator. Weighing in at about five pounds and featuring a nice black canvas storage bag, a 16-foot coiled air hose, an integrated light and pressure gauge plus air-mattress and sports-ball adapters, the Pro Power talks a good game right out of the box. But is it a steadfast companion to have behind the seat of your truck, or will it leave you hanging on the side of the road during a dark and stormy night? I put the Pro Power through its paces to find out.

First came the ATV tire inflation test. I unscrewed the valve core on our Can-Am Renegade 800 and let its 25x8-12 tire run completely flat. Then I replaced the valve core and screwed the coiled air hose onto the end of the valve stem, plugged the Pro Power into the Can-Am's 12-volt accessory outlet and flipped the switch. After 50 seconds, the tire was inflated to 10 psi. What's impressive about the Slime Pro Power is that the pump is really quiet-quieter than the more-portable Slime Power Sport we tested back in the December '06 issue.

For the second test, I repeated the process on my Ford Ranger's P225/70R-14 tire. Zero to 32 psi took 4 minutes 55 seconds. Not bad, but not great, either. When filling up the truck tire, I also noticed that the handy integrated light has a regular incandescent bulb-not the LED advertised on the box. It dims considerably with the pump on but still puts out a decent amount of light for those times when you need to use the Pro Power at night.

Next came the test that separates the pumps from the chumps-the heavy-duty truck tire. The ATV Rider tow rig is an '03 Dodge Ram 3500 equipped with LT235/80R-17 tires. Recommended pressure for the rear tires on this hauler is 70 psi. After letting all the air out of the tire, I connected the Pro Power, turned her on, popped in a CD and shut the door on the Dodge. The pump is really quiet and couldn't be heard over the stereo, even on very low volume. That's a good thing, because you're going to be waiting a while to inflate a tire like this to 70 psi-in my case, 20 minutes 3 seconds. The pump never faltered, though it did get mighty hot. The instructions called for a cooldown period after 12-15 minutes of constant use, but please, who's going to do that?

The Pro Power is pretty tough, but since it is advertised for truck, SUV, 4x4 and even RV use, I thought the pump output could have been faster. The box claims it inflates a standard car tire in approximately three minutes, but its definition of "standard" is a puny P195/65R-15 tire inflated to 35 psi. Unless you're towing an ATV with a Nissan Sentra, which we doubt, you're going to wait longer than three minutes. Still, when you consider the added time, expense and embarrassment of having a tow truck come and rescue you, the Pro Power is good to have on board to bail you out.-Brian Purtymun

TOOL	86
Function	16/20
Durability	17/20
Design	18/20
Portability	17/20
Price	18/20
BOTTOM LINE: Smaller than a portable air tank and never needs to be refilled.
SLIME: 888/457-5463;
WWW.SLIME.COM

Hydrapak Big Sur
Drink systems have evolved quite a bit in the last decade. However, most companies have not strayed very far from the blueprint established by industry leader CamelBak. That is until Hydrapak approached the water-in-a-bag-in-a-backpack concept from a slightly different angle. Its creative idea centers on the unique bladder inside the pack. The bladder takes its design from dry bags used by explorers with a wrap-up hook-and-loop closure rather than the normal jar-lid style. The Big Sur I tested also had another trick up its sleeve-a quick-release connector and shut-off valve on the reservoir called the Plug-N-Play system. The hose allowed me to remove the tube from the reservoir without any water leaking out of the valve, making filling and cleaning a breeze. To fill it, just hold the reservoir under the faucet and then close the top when done via the flap. Once it's full, simply click the drink tube back on, put it in the bag, clip it to the "hanging" buckle and it's ready to go. The no-slosh 100-ounce/3.0-liter reservoir has strategically placed baffles to help keep the contents from moving around-we like that. On the outside, the Big Sur has an array of storage pockets and expanding gussets for stashing energy bars, spare gloves or rain gear. Inside the small pocket are a clip for keeping those truck keys safe and a webbed mesh pocket to hold your wallet.

Perhaps the best thing I liked on this unit over the first-generation Hydrapak is the angled bite valve. You can still get a straight model, but it's not a good idea for use with a standard moto helmet. The designers must have looked at their ballpoint pens for inspiration here, as the fluid flows around a ball held in the soft rubber of the valve that opens up when pinched between the rider's teeth. This complex setup with a push-closed/pull-open operation was about the only area where I experienced any problems on the Big Sur pack. If you're not careful, the valve will leak-whether it's squeezed open or not. Pushing the valve closed usually worked, but that wasn't a guarantee you'd end up with a wet-spot-free gear bag. That was my only snivel, and draining the bag before storage was the best solution. Other than that, it was a pleasant system to wear and use, and the light weight and good-size capacity were a plus. Hydrapak kept the accoutrements to a minimum, and the bag does what it needs to do without an excess of bells and whistles.

GEAR	92
Installation	19/20
Function	9/10
Durability	45/50
Design	9/10
Price	10/10

Bottom Line: A standout in the sea of drink systems, the wallet-friendly $69.99 Big Sur is an ideal trail-ride drink system.

ClampTite Clamp Tool
"The tool that should be in every toolbox" is what the sign read as I walked by ClampTite's booth at the Pomona Off-Road Expo a couple of months back. We've all heard claims like this before, and I admit I was a little skeptical. As I watched Jeff and Julie Summers' demonstration, I became more intrigued. How could such a small tool create such high-pressure clamping power? I looked closer and saw that the secret was a simple combination of a wing nut and a piece of threaded rod.

How many times have you broken something on the trail, rigged it back together with zip-ties and hoped your repair lasted until you limped back to civilization? With the ClampTite, you can enjoy the rest of your ride. Whether it's a missing hose clamp, a broken muffler mount or a muddy ride making your handlebar grips spin, this little tool has the power to keep things firmly in their place. If you break a tie-rod in the middle of nowhere, the ClampTite can get you going again, provided you have something with which to brace the broken rod. Try that with plastic zip-ties!

I'm no Eagle Scout; in fact, my knot-tying skills are terrible. But the instructions that came with the ClampTite were clear and included numerous pictures to get the point across. It took some practice, but soon I had clamped two pens on my desk together so tightly that they cracked. Rigging two broken parts together on your ATV to stop an annoying rattle should be no problem.

Did I mention how small this tool is? It's the perfect size for a fanny pack, which is exactly where my ClampTite is going. The instruction pamphlet and the tool fit in a small plastic baggie, and it comes with 8 feet of 0.041 stainless steel wire. A 50-foot roll can be had for $10, which will wire approximately 12 sets of grips. The only downsides are that you still must carry a pair of wire cutters and the wing nut could have been wider to allow for more leverage when tightening. But an all-stainless steel version of the ClampTite is available with a larger handle (tools range from $40 to $70). The "automotive" version that we tested had an aluminum body, sells for $30, comes with an unconditional guarantee and makes the claim that it "mends everything but a broken heart."

TOOLS	91
Function	47/50
Durability	17/20
Design	18/20
Price	9/10

Bottom Line: A smaller, trail-ready alternative to safety-wire pliers.

Tippmann Industrial Products Instant Air CO2 Tank
It's funny-air is all around us in huge quantities, yet compressed air is a precious commodity. Oh, what you wouldn't give for a few trillion molecules or so of air when you're miles from nowhere with a flat tire. Sure, there are CO2 cartridges, but they're expensive and it takes two to properly inflate an ATV tire. We've also reviewed compact air compressors in the past, but they can be slow to operate and aren't able to power air tools.

Enter Tippmann Industrial Products' Instant Air CO2 tank. For $119.99, you get a 20-ounce CO2 tank, a 6-foot coiled air hose with a quick disconnect, an air chuck, a blower, a pressure gauge, a waist clip, a hard-plastic carrying case and more. Carbon dioxide (or CO2) can be found at paintball shops, some sporting goods stores, hardware stores and welding supply shops. The cost for a fill-up at a Sports Authority in Los Angeles was $3.50 plus tax. According to Tippmann, one of the benefits of CO2 versus compressed air is that liquid CO2 takes up less than one percent of the space that is required by compressed air. So of course the next question that entered my mind was: "Just how many tires can I inflate with a full tank?"

To find out, I removed the valve core on our Yamaha Raptor and allowed the tire to go completely flat. Then I reinstalled the valve core and attached the hose and air chuck to the full CO2 tank. I inflated the tire to 4 psi, which is what the placard on the rear fender of the Raptor states the tire pressure should be. I was able to complete this cycle 17 times before I ran out of pressure-not bad for $3.50-and the belt clip holds the tank on your waist as you work, which is very convenient.

Being the power-hungry man that I am, the next thing I wanted to know was: "Can this thing run air tools?" To find out, I headed back to Sports Authority for another $3.50 refill. I connected my 31/48-inch-drive Matco impact wrench to the air hose and started removing and installing as many lug nuts on the Raptor as I could. Removal and installation of one lug nut with the impact wrench counted as one cycle, and the CO2 tank lasted for 25 cycles. This was pretty disappointing, but I have to admit that the second time I had the tank filled, it did seem a couple of ounces lighter than the first time. Either all this typing for ATV Rider is making me stronger, or I got shortchanged by the clerk at the store.

Although the filling error wasn't Tippmann's fault, nonetheless it is still something you should take into consideration when purchasing this unit. Also, the air chuck had a slight leak, which may have been caused by a faulty rubber O-ring. I solved the problem by using an air chuck that I had lying around the shop. Lastly, refilling could be a hassle if you live in the boonies. If you're looking for a long-lasting, cordless way to break loose nuts, then buy a cordless impact wrench. But if you want the security of being able to inflate a few tires and take off some wheels during a ride without having to drag along a bulky electric air compressor, the Instant Air is worth a look.

HARDWARE	85
Function	16/20
Portability	19/20
Design	16/20
Price	16/20
Ease of refilling	18/20

Bottom Line: Not as nice as an 18-volt cord less impact wrench, but not nearly as expensive, either.

A bit sluggish is an understatement when it comes to the stock power of the 2006 Honda Rincon 680. In the September '06 issue of ATVR, we conducted a long-term experiment with the Rincon and fell in love with its handling characteristics as well as its comfort. I proclaimed that even with the addition of a lighter and extra-horsepower-producing pipe, the Rincon might still be a great candidate for some motor mod surgery. Finding a reputable company that could build a dependable motor would not be our only difficult task. Because this new 680cc motor was fairly new, no one had yet tackled this feat. Luckily for us, Gary Hazel, owner and operator of Thumper Racing, stepped up to the plate and transformed this lazy Rincon into a flaming beast of fury.

Since reliability is very important for us, Hazel decided that increasing the displacement and compression ratio would be the best way to grab ponies while preserving its dependability. The stock motor has a bore of 103mm, giving us 675cc and a compression ratio of 8.5 to 1. Being that this kit is a bore-in kit, no sleeving is necessary. Hazel supplied the specs to Wiseco, which built a flat top 10.25 to 1, 104mm piston that raises the cc from 675 to 702, can run on pump gas and prevents the motor from overheating. Since the '06 Rincon has EFI (electric fuel injection), the Thumper kit contains a Moose Racing Power Commander system that plugs into your laptop for the purpose of reprogramming the mapping and fine-tuning your fuel injection. No reason to wig out: Hazel claims this system doesn't require a rocket scientist to dial in.

Finally, it was time to blast some trails and discover what this transformed Thumper Rincon could do. Almost immediately, I knew the magical hands of Hazel and crew had performed a miracle. As I pulled away for my first ride, I stabbed the throttle and up came the front of the Rincon, a feat which would have been nearly impossible before. While blasting out of berms, turns and up hills, I could feel a massive improvement on the bottom to midrange power. Through wide-open trails, the Rincon felt like a new machine as I let it all hang out. At high speeds, the motor pulled harder and longer than what I could remember from the stock machine. I yanked the airbox lid after about 30 minutes and gained a few more horses (be careful not to allow in mud, water and grit if you follow suit). And to top things off, our rigorous testing proved that this rebuilt engine remained rock solid and dependable with the installation of the new Thumper Racing big-bore kit.-Thad Josey

HARDWARE	90
Installation	12/20
Function	9/10
Durability	50/50
Design	10/10
Price	9/10
BOTTOM LINE: The power that the Rincon was lacking.
Thumper Racing:
800/259-5186;
www.thumperracingusa.com

Moose Racing M1 Racewear
I've never been one to put a lot of focus on my riding gear. Mismatched colors, styles a few seasons old-I don't care. It's all going to get thrashed anyway, right? Moose Racing's M1 Racewear made an impression on me, though. In the fiercely competitive off-road apparel market, Moose doesn't put out flashy ads featuring wild, playboy lifestyles set to heavy-metal music, nor does it have all of the big-name supercross riders wearing its gear. Rather, Moose is less about image and more about the riding itself, and that's what counts. I'm a firm believer in form following function, and the M1 ensemble I tested puts comfort first and style second. It speaks volumes that I almost never thought about my gear while riding because it fit well and didn't have to be adjusted.

I appreciate the M1 jersey and pant being sized for Americans. Order a 34-inch-waist pant and that's what you'll get. Super-tight pants may suffice for chicken-legged, coked-up rock-star wannabes, but wiggle space is important when you're maneuvering around on an ATV. With removable foam hip pads and sizes ranging from 28-48 inches, M1 pants can fit most everyone. The split-grain leather on the inner knee panels feels soft, supple and is a nice touch that adds to the quality feel of these pants. If Moose offered this pant in an over-the-boot version, I'd like them even better.

Being a lanky fellow with long arms, I liked the sleeve length of the M1 jersey. It allowed me to fully extend my arms without the sleeves riding up on me. I can't stand the distraction of sleeves that constantly bunch up while riding. Thankfully, when leaning back on a Can-Am Outlander during a steep descent, my forearms weren't exposed, as they would have been with some other brands. A short elastic cuff contributes to the jersey's light, airy feel, while the fabric itself is semi-ventilated and allows the perfect amount of air through. Not too much to chill you, but just enough to keep the sweat from accumulating. It would have been nice to have light padding on the elbows, though.

I've never liked gear that's garishly styled. While wearing my gear on the way to the track or trail, I want to be able to make a quick stop at the grocery store to load up the cooler without getting gawked at like an alien. Available in six colors, the M1's clean, crisp styling garnered compliments at the trailhead without making me feel like abstract art while standing in line at Subway.

The M1 gloves are pretty durable and well ventilated, too. They're padded, yet feel light because they lack any bulky rubber sewn into the tops of the fingers. My favorite part about them is that they didn't shrink after I put them in the washer, unlike other brands. I appreciated that all these clothes stayed as bright as new even after repeated washings.

To paraphrase those late-night infomercials: "How much would you expect to pay for an ensemble like this? $249? $199?" With the pant retailing for $89.95, the jersey for $29.95 and the glove for only $19.95, you can freshen up your riding wardrobe for less than $140. If you're a lemming and wear whatever the sideways-baseball-hat-wearing teenagers at the track tell you is the coolest, then buy another brand. But if you're looking for well-made, comfortable gear at a very reasonable price, check out the 2007 Moose M1 line.-Brian Purtymun

GEAR	95
Style	18/20
Comfort	19/20
Function	18/20
Wash/Care	20/20
Price	20/20
BOTTOM LINE: A stylish, comfortable set of gear at a great price.
Moose Off-Road: See your Parts Unlimited dealer;
www.mooseoffroad.com

A few years back, you would see over-the-boot pants only on riders wanting to go big at the dunes in front of their buddy's video camera, hoping to star in an upcoming freestyle movie with a killer punk rock soundtrack. That's not the case anymore. More riders, including people like my off-road-only, the-nastier-the-better, single-track-loving dad, are seeing that there are more to these pants than a half-extended superman seat-grab and some bad tattoos. OTBs are versatile and comfortable, feeling a lot like a pair of everyday pants with some added protection for riding. Plus, they keep the elements-sand, mud, water and the like-out of your boots, and some varieties zip apart into shorts for riding in the summer heat. What's not to like about that? Here's what we thought of them. One caveat: A year's worth of abuse means some models might be obsolete by the time we consolidated this monstrosity. However, it is likely you can still find these models on the rack at your favorite dealer.

Moose Utility Division
Rack-Mounted Econo Sprayer System

If you have a small backyard, a hand-pumped, man-portable sprayer is usually all you'll really need to apply pesticides, control weeds or perform other chores that require misting applications. If you have a farm or other sizable acreage to cover, you'll no doubt have a tractor and tow a dedicated spray rig for such duties.

However, there are plenty of operations in between in which a carried spray unit is way too small and a towed one is overkill. In that case, an ATV-mounted spray unit may strike the perfect middle ground.

We've had the opportunity to use just such a rig for about a year now. Our primary evaluator has a Honda FourTrax Rancher and was looking for something to help with spraying duties at his 9-acre RV storage yard and soils treatment/fertil-izer business. We had him try the Rack-Mounted Econo Sprayer System from Moose Utility Division (M.U.D.). It's avail-able in two sizes: 14 gallons for $229.95 and 25 gallons for $249.95. He used the smaller version.

The M.U.D. sprayer mounted quickly with the supplied hardware to the rear rack of his Rancher (though he also tried it once on the back of a golf cart when his ATV was blocked in by a car). The Shurflo pump requires a 12-volt power source, which the Rancher (and the golf cart) provided.

Once the sprayer is mounted, it's easy to fill with the material for the job. The Econo Sprayer's pump provided the necessary pressure to the handheld wand for every job our tester has demanded. It doesn't have enough flow to run a boom, but M.U.D. offers a more-expensive sprayer system that does run a 144-inch boom ideal for small field applications.

In nearly 12 months of every-other-week usage, the M.U.D. Econo Sprayer has proved completely reliable and a real time-saver. Our tester raves about it and insists he wouldn't change a thing about the system. Obviously, it was the right choice for him. --Mark Kariya

Photos: Mark Kariya
PRICE: $229.95-$249.95
SCORE: * * * *
BOTTOM LINE: An economic, user-friendly sprayer for those with large backyards.

Smith
Top Fuel Goggle

Smith released its Fuel line of goggles a few years ago, so if you are a new-product junkie, you might wonder why we are just now doing a test. The reason is Smith updated the face foam on its upper-end goggles (Top Fuel, Fuel TI, Warp Star and Warp TI), and that makes them much-better goggles. For 2005, it also added an "Articu-lating Outrigger Posi-tioning System," which is designed to improve the fit within the helmet's eyeport. The original Fuel was a favorite of many of our testers, so an improved version is worth noting.

The Fuel has a pretty conventional style and fit. Smith's tear-off system works well, and its Roll Off's system, which is available for the Fuel series, still sets the standard for nasty conditions. The frame is on the small side, which may be a concern for some, but it allows the product to fit well into pretty much any helmet.

I liked the new articulated strap attachment. It allowed the frame to float a little more and therefore provided a snugger fit. The new three-layer face foam was what really improved this goggle, however, and it offered two advantages over the previous foam. First, it was much more comfortable. The previous Smith "no-sweat" foam worked well at keeping sweat out of your eyes but was a little thin and stiff, which made it slightly harsh on the face. The second advantage was the sweat-absorbing properties. The added foam sponged more sweat and, more important, somehow locked it in and did not spray out on those inevitable heavy impacts. Most goggle companies have made big improvements in face foam over the past few years, and this latest version from Smith puts its performance right in the mix with the best on the market. Sug-gested retail is $47.95 for the Top Fuel and $57.95 for the Fuel TI (in a blue, Graphite or red frame with a matching mirrored lens). --Sean Finley

Photo: Bryan Nylander
PRICE: $47.95-$57.95
SCORE: * * * * *
BOTTOM LINE: Don't let the name fool you; the updates Smith made to the Fuel goggle make it one of the best goggles available.

Tech Spec
ATV Gripster
Here's a product that seems so useful and obvious that you won't believe you didn't think of it yourself. These grips easily attach to the sides of your quad to help increase your control of the machine. And you'll conserve energy, too, because you won't have to squeeze as hard to grip the sides of your quad. The price ranges from $24.95 to $39.95. Tech Spec: 916/941-6606; www.techspec-usa.com.

Fluidyne
Power-Flo Radiator
Fluidyne's new Power-Flo radiator helps modified motors keep their cool by increasing the efficiency of the cooling system. Wider passages and thicker cores improve its cooling ability, while TIG-welded tanks and aircraft-quality aluminum make the unit strong and durable. The Power-Flo is a direct-fit replacement, which means no fabrication or fussing during installation. Retail price is $449.95. Fluidyne: 800/358-4396; www.fluidyne-powersports.com.

Prairie View
The Dominator Loading Ramps
Prairie View's new loading ramp takes advantage of a unique process that eliminates the need to weld or rivet the rungs in place, thus making the ramp's components replaceable. Furthermore, by going sans welding, the aluminum maintains its integrity at full strength. Also included are end supports that extend the entire width of the ramp, heavy-duty side rails and a special rung design for increased traction. The ramps are offered in various dimensions for different uses. Prairie View Industries: 800/554-7267; www.pviramps.com.

Set Up
Adventurer Boot
New from Set Up, the Adventurer is ready to hit the trail. The top-grain leather boot features a three-buckle multi-adjustable closure, replaceable high-grip sole, upper gaiter and waterproof membrane lining to keep you comfortable no matter where the trail takes you. Retail price is $199.99. Motonation: 877/789-4940; www.motonation.com.

Four
Razorback Pant
Ready to ride in gear that was designed specifically for riding ATVs? Four thinks you are, and it has unleashed its new Razor-back pant just to make quad lovers happy. The Razorback's oversize Cordura saddle area, sewn-in D-ring for easy tether-switch attachment, front and rear pockets, zip-off legs and aggressive, exaggerated precurved riding position have given Four the holeshot on ATV-specific apparel. Retail price is $79.95. Four: 888/FOUR-ATV; www.fouratv.com.

DMC Releases Afterburner Comp Exhaust Systems!

DMC Exhaust is proud to announce the release of its new Afterburner Exhaust system for the 2004-2005 Yamaha YFZ450 and 2004-2005 Honda TRX450r Quads.

The legacy of DMC power continues with the all-new Afterburner Series exhaust systems. Unparalleled acceleration is the result of a calculated blend of both horsepower and torque increases. Acceleration to out power the competition on the start, from turn to turn, or when you need that extra "burst" to clear that next set of jumps. DMC's "works" style power delivery keeps you sharp and focused to run consistently quicker lap times. It's the DMC difference!

DMC has designed two variations depending on the needs of the rider and environment. The Afterburner Comp is designed as a <102 db*, closed-course race system, while its Afterburner Quiet is the obvious choice for those in need of <96 db* sound friendly system.

Stop by the updated DMC website at www.dmc-on-line.com to check out all the latest news, information and results. Also, be on the lookout for the DMC Box van at a race near you.

Afterburner Features:
• Stainless steel AMA/FIM end-caps
• USFS/USDA approved (removable) spark arrestors
• Aircraft grade billet silencer brackets
• Ultra-tough T304 stainless head pipes and mid pipes
• Low CG Silencer placement
• Billet aluminum, hard anodized inlet and bulkheads
• Stainless DMC silencer springs with DMC sleeves
• Easy repack, no rivets to drill!
• Silent Sport Premium Packing Media
• Exclusive 20" DMC fender sticker kit included
• S.O.S. (Save our Sport) Quiet Core Insert included with Quiet systems

Less than 102 db (Comp)*
Less than 96db (Quiet)*
*Using SAE J-1287 standards on an unmodified bike

Afterburner System applications in development:

• Honda TRX400ex
• Yamaha Raptor 660
• Suzuki LTZ400, Twin Peaks 700
• Kawasaki KFX700, KFX400, Prairie 700
• Polaris Predator 500

Technical and editorial requests, please contact Richard Watchorn 800/300-2260; Richard@dmc-on-line.com.

Dealer inquiries contact: Advantage Performance Distributing 800/262-1325 Sales@advantage-on-line.com.

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All new Nac's Racing TRX450R Graphics Kit & Seat Cover

The graphics kit is made from heavy-duty 15 mil material with a UV clear coat. Backing is 3M adhesive. Withstands pressure washing and protects your plastic. Other decals and stickers can be added or removed without damage to the graphics. Sells for $49.95

The seat cover has a cross-hatch, non-slip material on top; sides and back are made from 30 mil. thick vinyl with a high gloss finish. $69.95

Both seat cover and graphics kit combo is $99.95.

These and other model graphics kits & seat covers are available from Nac's Racing,
645 Rt 212
Saugerties, NY 12477
Call toll free 866/600-NACS

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Rent ATV DVDs at PowerFLIX for $8 a month!

If you're tired of paying $25-$35 for every ATV video you want to see, why not rent it? With PowerFlix, you can have a different extreme DVD sent right to your mailbox every month for $8 a month. The shipping is free and extremely easy with the prepaid return envelopes.

For those of you who just can't get enough, PowerFlix also offers a "1 Out Unlimited Package" where they send DVDs to you as fast as you can watch them. That package is $17.99 a month, and with 2-4 day shipping via First Class Mail, you can watch far more videos for your money than if you buy them.

Check out the selection of ATV, Off-Road, and Snowmobile DVDs at www.PowerFlix.com.

If you have questions, feel free to email PowerFlix at powerflix@powersportseng.com or call 509/432-5862.

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Moose on the Loose
Moose Racing's M1 youth Roost deflector is ergonomically designed for riders weighing 50-100 lbs and features high strength, injected molded plastic for superior protection. Large, curved biceps pads protect your child's upper arms against slapping branches and other trail debris. For more information, contact your local Parts Unlimited dealer or log on to www.mooseracing.com.

Speedy Delivery
The AMS AEROSPEED sand tire features a unique shoulder-to-