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2012 Kawasaki KFX 450R Sport ATV

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:54:33 +0000

Kawasaki is taking 2012 by storm with it's KFX450R Sport ATV. The redesigned KFX450R has a lighter aluminum frame and an improved rear shock that's easier to adjust for different sized riders than previous models.

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2012 Kawasaki KFX90 Youth ATV

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:49:55 +0000

The 2012 Kawasaki KFX90 Kids ATV is a good fit for bigger, older kids who want to take it to the next step. It's got an easy to use automatic transmission, great suspension and an awesome look that will make the young rider in your life excited to climb on it ride.

It's got more foot room and has a throttle governor to limit the speed it can travel.

Read the 2012 Kawasaki KFX90 Youth ATV Preview.

We Ride the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 4x4i Quad

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:57:10 +0000

Matt Finley on 2012 Brute Force 750 4x4

Find out what we thought of the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 quad in the hills of Medford, Oregon. It performed better than ...

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Preview of the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:21:08 +0000

2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750
Image by Matt Finley

Preview the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 and find out why it helps Kawasaki take the next step in utility quads. Awesome performance makes sure these quads are ready for anything.

They also handle better than ever before and bring comfort along with it. Find our more reading the 2012 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 Preview.

The Aries Front Bumper Gets a Review

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:25:19 +0000

Aries Front Bumper
Image by Matt Finley

The Aries front bumper replacement for a Jeep Wrangler is a great looking bumper. It's got these 'flares' that bend back towards the tires and up, and there are tube guards that go over the headlight and hang off without support or a loop back down to the bumper.

Pretty awesome looking for sure, but how does it function as a bumper? Was the install as easy as it sounds? Find out that and more by reading my review of the Aries Replacement Front Bumper for 2011 Jeep Wrangler.

Front Bumper Swap on 2011 Jeep Wrangler

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:23:09 +0000

Installing the Aries Front Bumper on Jeep Wrangler
Image by Matt Finley

One of the first mods we did on the Jeep Wrangler (after tinting the windows) was to install a replacement front bumper. By switching to a custom/aftermarket front bumper we'll be able make it more functional and also make it look more original.

Not all front bumpers are the same so if you're going to swap out your original Wrangler bumper be sure to shop around. Get one that you like the looks of and that will provide you adequate functionality.

Here is step by step guide on the Aries Front Bumper Install on 2011 Jeep Wrangler.

Keep a Safe Distance Between You and Your Buddies

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:27:23 +0000

Buddies riding ATVs together. Image by Matt Finley

There's hardly a more effective way to ruin your weekend than to wreck not one but TWO machines from the same camp. Most people like to ride and fool around with their friends and loved ones. In fact, if you're a regular reader of this page, you know that I actually advocate riding with buddies for not only enjoyment but safety purposes as well.

Read more about why it's important to keep a safe distance between you and your buddies when riding.

Use the Buddy System When Riding ATVs

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:36:48 +0000

Never EVER ride alone (unless you're just putting around near your campsite). Remember that most riding areas tend to be harsh landscapes in rural areas and are often devoid of many people. If you get lost, have a mechanical failure, or wreck and hurt yourself you'll wish you had a friend nearby to call for help or to carry you safely back to camp if you are stranded. Too many things can go wrong to risk riding alone.

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Look Where You're Going When Riding ATVs

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:20:27 +0000

Look Before you Leap: Seems pretty self explanatory right? Seeing where you're going before you get there is good advice, but terrain features in your riding area may make that simple adage easier said than done.

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Once a New Rider Gets Comfortable It's Time to Think More About ATV Safety

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:34:14 +0000

One of the things that becomes clear when taking desert newbie's to the sand and teaching them how to ride is this: The most dangerous time for a new rider is NOT when they first get on the bike.

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