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2019 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 High Lifter Edition Test Review: WITH VIDEO

November 4, 2018

Not long ago we reviewed the highly refined 2017 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000, a sport utility ATV with a breathtaking level of performance. For general trail riding, the XP 1000 is insanely fast yet surprisingly manageable for an experienced rider. Incredibly plush, long travel suspension, excellent stability, and Polaris power steering do a very good job of allowing you to harness the machine’s over-the–top power and substantial weight. While the

2019 Suzuki KinQuad 750 Test Review: WITH VIDEO

October 21, 2018

Suzuki packs a decade of updates into the 2019 KingQuad 750 and 500 Suzuki is responsible for many firsts in the powersport’s industry. In 1983, Suzuki changed the shape of ATVs forever with the four-wheeled QuadRunner 125. In 1985, they created the high-performance, sport quad segment introducing QuadRacer LT250R. In 1987, the 246cc QuadRunner 4wd offered Independent rear suspension and the flexibility of two and four-wheel-drive with a lockable front

2018 Yamaha Kodiak 450 Test Review: WITH VIDEO

July 21, 2017

Yamaha’s Kodiak 450, where mid-size maneuverability meets full-size comfort at a bargain price. Two years ago, Yamaha streamlined their 4×4 ATV lineup in an effort to reduce manufacturing costs and increase value for their customers. The Grizzly 350, 450, and 550, discontinued after 2014, were replaced with variations of two new models sharing the Wolverine 700 UTV’s 708cc engine. First, there was the totally redesigned Grizzly 700. Built for aggressive

2017 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 Test Review: WITH VIDEO

May 31, 2019

Roosting on Polaris’ remarkably fun, highly refined, one-liter monster! Over the past decade of reviewing Polaris 4×4 ATVs, we’ve come to expect machines that are for many riders, often second to none in their class. Already possessing arguably the best one-liter machine on the market, Polaris made a number of refinements to the 2017 Sportsman XP 1000, looking to improve performance, versatility, durability, comfort, and most notably, appearance. We really

2016 Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS First Test: WITH VIDEO

August 17, 2015

Can it possibly replace almost an entire line of 4×4 ATVs? In 2014, Yamaha offered four different 4×4 ATV models with variations of each: the Grizzly 350, 450, 550, and 700. In 2015, their lineup was reduced to several variations of the Grizzly 700, while Yamaha sold their remaining stock of sub-700cc models. This year, Yamaha has set out to replace the 350, 450, and 550 with three variations of

2016 Yamaha Grizzly 700 EPS, First Test: WITH VIDEO

May 30, 2018

Everything that made the Grizzly 700 great, made better in almost every way. Originally released in 2007, the Grizzly 700 received its last major overhaul in 2014. Although it looked very much the same, it received a two-inch wider track, and recalibrated suspension, among other changes. In spite of retaining the top-seller status in the big-bore 4×4 segment, Yamaha decided to make an even larger number of significant changes for

2015 Kawasaki Brute Force 300 Test: WITH VIDEO

May 20, 2015

A fun and affordable sport utility ATV The entry-level 2wd sport utility segment is one of the most overlooked and underappreciated. It also happens to be one of our favorites. For the mature, practical rider, these simple, affordable machines often offer all the performance needed. For the younger up-and-coming rider, 16 years and older, of course, as mandated by the United States federal government, these machines provide a great starting

2015 Can-Am Outlander L 500 DPS Test: WITH VIDEO

January 3, 2015

Riding the 2015 ATV of the Year! The Can-Am brand has always been synonymous with performance. All it takes is a brief look at their ATV lineup to understand why, with features like v-twin engines in their 500cc and larger 4×4 ATVs, plus their unique chassis and suspension designs. Unfortunately, striving to push the performance envelope doesn’t usually lead to moderate retail prices that appeal to the masses. When it