Open ATV Discussion

ATV Safety Institute questions

reddogdan — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:56:55 GMT

I am assuming most of you have taken the course. Can anyone tell me what the course covers? We are scheduled to take it this weekend. The wife is a little nervous as to what they are gonna want her to do. Thanks

1999 yamaha 600 grizzly

mrgriz — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:50:41 GMT

will a carburator off a 660 grizzly fit a 600 grizzly let me know i can find the 660 carb but no carbs for the 600

Gorilla Winches

rough4X4 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:01:25 GMT

I own two Gorilla winches and they have been great. One needed a replacement part but that was handled right away from their customer serivce. I went on www.gorillawinches.com and saw that the company is switching it's name to Promark Offroad. Does anyone know if the same products will be offered or if they have been bought out?

materials for adiopipe

muderman9 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:39:57 GMT

what materials will i need to build my atv audiopipe with making it as cheap as possible. i know where to get the pvc but the small amp and speaker and othe wires.

RECREATIONAL GROUPS DECRY TELLICO CLOSURE

ATVsTodaynet — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:15:46 GMT

RECREATIONAL GROUPS DECRY TELLICO CLOSURE October 15, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Greg Mumm, BlueRibbon Coalition  208-244-2112  Jay Bird, Southern Four Wheel Drive Association  757-546-7969 Conservation groups dedicated to active and sustainable management of the Upper Tellico OHV Area expressed deep disappointment with the U.S. Forest Service decision to permanently close the Tellico trails. The decision, which follows an earlier "temporary" closure, was announced in documents published by the USFS yesterday morning. Gary Parsons, President of the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association, reacted by saying, "The Forest Service is simply wrong in this decision. This public agency has ignored an independent study by Caliber Engineering and the recommendations of its own Trails Unlimited Team, which demonstrated effective management is attainable and offered specific suggestions to achieve that goal." The agency announcement by Forest Supervisor Marisue Hilliard again parroted the water quality issues long favored by preservationist special interests as the excuse for closure. Jay Bird, Chairman of the Rescue Tellico Committee, noted, "The Tellico River is in excellent shape and complies with all legal requirements. Only through blatant modification of proper methodology, such as measuring turbidity levels during peak runoff, can the Forest Service claim there is legal basis to take any action, let alone closure." "Sadly, we are not surprised. It now appears the Forest Service knew it would close the Area years ago, and undertook the intervening 'public process' to justify a decision already made," said Greg Mumm, Executive Director of the BlueRibbon Coalition. "We are sorely disappointed that the Forest Service has determined it cannot effectively manage the Upper Tellico OHV Area that users have supported with millions of dollars in fees and thousands of hours of volunteer labor. With our recreational partners, we will evaluate all options that may change that determination." # # # The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national recreation group that champions responsible use of public and private lands, and encourages individual environmental stewardship. It represents over 10,000 individual members and 1,200 organization and business members, for a combined total of over 600,000 recreationists nationwide. 1-800-258-3742. www.sharetrails.org United Four Wheel Drive Associations is an international organization comprised of four wheel drive enthusiasts, clubs, associations, and businesses dedicated to providing community services around the world, education in responsible land use and safe vehicle operation, and protection of our natural resources through conservation practices. 1-800-448-3932. www.ufwda.org Southern Four Wheel Drive Association (SFWDA) was founded in 1987 to promote responsible land use and to keep public lands accessible for motorized recreation. For more information on the activities and accomplishments of Southern Four Wheel Drive Association, please visit www.sfwda.org or contact us at 1483 N. Mt. Juliet Road, PMB # 222, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

BFGoodrich Tires and BlueRibbon Coalition Join Forces

ATVsTodaynet — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:46:32 GMT

BFGoodrich Tires and BlueRibbon Coalition Join Forces to Raise Money  for Trail Preservation GREENVILLE, S.C. - Oct. 10, 2009 - BFGoodrich Tires and BlueRibbon Coalition announced today a partnership that will benefit off-roaders and off-road trails alike. BFGoodrich Tires will make a $5 donation to the BlueRibbon Coalition for each of its new 10 sizes of BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/AKM2 tires sold between August 2009 and December 2009. Due to consumer demand, BFGoodrich recently expanded its line of Mud-Terrain T/AKM2 tire sizes, which are part of the 10 sizes eligible for the contribution. The tire sizes are as follows: • LT345/75R16 LRD • 38X14.50R18 LRD • LT365/75R16 LRC • 40X14.50R18 LRC • 38X14.50R17 LRD • 38X14.50R20 LRD • 40X14.50R17 LRD • 40X14.50R20 LRC • 36X13.50R18 LRD • 42X14.50R20 LRC "The BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tire has set the standard in the world of off-roading, both for competitive and recreational uses" said Gary Enterline, senior product category manager, light truck tires for BFGoodrich Tires. "What better way to give back to the community that made the tire what it is today than by teaming up with the BlueRibbon Coalition to help preserve our off-road trails." As a respected national recreation group that represents more than 600,000 recreationists nationwide, the BlueRibbon Coalition is dedicated to protecting responsible recreational access to public lands and waters. "This generous donation from BFGoodrich Tires will help the BlueRibbon Coalition continue working to keep public land open for use, whether you recreate on a mountain bike, snowmobile, motorcycle, personal watercraft, ATV, four-wheel drive, horse or your hiking boots," said Greg Mumm, executive director of BlueRibbon Coalition. Inspired by the BFGoodrich Tires Krawler(tm) T/AKX tire, which is the most successful tire in rock-crawling history, BFGoodrich Tires incorporates Krawler TEK(r) technology into the BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/AKM2 TriGard(r) sidewall. Krawler TEK technology consists of three main components: aggressive sidewall lugs, cut- and chip- resistant sidewall compounds and sidewall cords that are up to 33 percent stronger than the previous Mud-Terrain T/AKM tire. These advancements allow for more bite and sidewall protection along with increased strength and resistance to bruising caused by rocks and rough trails. More information about the BlueRibbon Coalition is available at www.sharetrails.org. Using motorsports as a proving ground for more than 30 years, BFGoodrich Tires is involved in every type of racing, including oval, sports car, drifting, drag, desert, dirt, rally and extreme rock-crawling. BFGoodrich Tires combines technological expertise with vast motorsports experience, delivering a high-performance tire for every type of vehicle. Visit BFGoodrich Tires online at www.bfgoodrichtires.com.

Camo Wraps for ATVs

texn — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:25:53 GMT

I was looking through a recent TX Fish and Game article and it talked about restoring an old ATV. One thing that caught my attention was this www.camo4u.com which is a camo vinyl material to put on the plastics. Has anyone here tried this? My Polaris is Yellow and I would like to make it camo for hunting season.

rincon stopped pullin

celtite — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:37:51 GMT

anybody ever had their rincon stop pullin we rode for 20 min. then stopped killed motor and then when i restarted put in gear and ...........nothin it just wont go any ideas thanks guys

Dirt Drag in Splendora Tx

splendoramxpark — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 03:20:50 GMT

Come out Sunday Sept 5 and enjoy the new 1000 ft dirt drag at the Splendora Mx Park. Test tune tune racing for atvs and dirts bikes for now, gard rails and starting lights are being installed next thursday so look for upcoming events. Had a great turnout today and tommorow we expect more, so whether you have a stock or modified atv or dirt bike, come on out and have some fun.

check out www.splendoramx.com

The BlueRibbon Coalition Announces Its New Member Incentive Program

ATVsTodaynet — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:35:37 GMT

BLUERIBBON COALITION, INC. The BlueRibbon Coalition Announces Its New Member Incentive Program We have never experienced such a relentless onslaught against OHV recreation and access as we are right now. Almost daily, we learn of some new planning initiative, a new piece of Wilderness legislation, a new lawsuit, or new attempt to rip-off dedicated OHV registration fees. BRC is drawing from our unparalleled experience to turn the tide and build lasting solutions that make sense for the land and the people. Your membership in the BlueRibbon Coalition is critical. Now is the time to join together and expand our influence on the issues. With the help of Rocky Mountain ATV-MC, we've made joining, renewing, or extending your membership in the BlueRibbon Coalition especially worth your while. For a limited time, we are making you this special "no buts-no brainer" offer where you can join BRC and literally double the value of your money: Join-renew-extend your membership in BlueRibbon Coalition now and you will get a $25 gift card from Rocky Mountain ATV-MC! Do the math: $29.00 BRC Membership -$25.00 Gift Card $ 4.00 Your final cost YOU CAN'T LOSE! ► It's the right thing to do-at the right time ► You're helping to save trails ► You stay informed on issues ► Righteous deal for you ► Join-Renew-Extend membership in BRC for a full year ► Get the gift card-buy what you wanted to buy anyway ► Final membership cost to you is $4 Hands down, there has never been a better opportunity to help protect trails through membership in the BlueRibbon Coalition. Won't you please join with us? We've made it very easy for you at www.sharetrails.org/brc-rmatv-mc Share this with your friends-we'll give them the same opportunity when they JOIN! ### The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national recreation group that champions responsible use of public lands and waters, and encourages individual environmental stewardship. It represents of 10,000 individual, business, and organizational members for a combined total of over 600,000 recreationists nationwide. 1-800-258-3742 www.sharetrails.org

Rocky Ridge & Bulcher

papahouse — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:40:09 GMT

Well we moved our son into his apartment in Cedar Hill today for his final year of college. Now I'll be coming up a few times during the fall, winter and spring to ride Rocky Ridge and Bulcher. Anybody want to show us around?

Need Help Steam Blowing Out The Tailpipe

kevinh215 — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:23:32 GMT

I just bought a fourwheeler today I knew it needed some work they said needed a water pump seal or gasket, it was running fine, then filled it up with antifreeze and it started blowing steam out the tailpipe, you can smell antifreeze out the pipe...I was also told that it was a headgasket so I'm just trying to see what may be the problem here, thanks for your help

Street Legal Grizzly 660

MowYourOwnLawn — Thu, 22 May 2008 18:40:37 GMT

I got pulled over down the street from my house(Cypress Tx) and got three tickets. I would like to know if there are any loop holes to the off road use Claus that the DOT has in place. I was wondering if any of you had heard of anybody getting away with the slow moving vehicle (red triangle) plate? I am thinking that may work even though It requires that the vehicle has a max speed of 25 miles per hour. I can adjust the throttle Governor to get around that. I only need to make it about a 1/2 mile from the house to get to the creek.

Bokonon

Anyone heard about the Rally at the Gap in mena, ar

dodgeman — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:40:50 GMT

http://arkansastrailblazers.com/ATBAC/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=656

We are planning on going.

RIDE ON THE BEACH (port A)

STXATV — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:43:55 GMT

Join STX-ATV RACING SERIES ON THE BEACHES OF PORT ARANSAS... THIS IS ON A PRIVATE, EXCLUSIVE BEACH FRONT PROPERTY. THIS IS A FREE EVENT, AND ALL ATV/UTV ENTHUSIAST ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN US....

HERE IS A VIDEO OF THE TRAIL SYSTEM ALONG THE BEACH FRONT.... THERE WILL BE FAMILIES GATHERING FRIDAY-STAYING THRU SUNDAY.... COME TO RIDE- COME TO CAMP- STAY FOR THE WEEKEND....

LOG ONTO WWW.STX-ATV.COM FOR THE EXACT DATE.... WE WANT 10,000 ATV/UTVS ON THE BEACH... SOME DRAG RACING, MOSTLY FUN AND GAMES.... BRING YOUR BOAT AND PULL UP ON THE SHORE LINE AND WATCH THE FUN....

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THANKS FOR THE GREAT RACING PROVIDED BY ALL OF OUR SOUTH TEXAS RACING SERIES "RACERS'

iF YOU DONT KNOW, NOW YOU KNOW!!!!

Offroading in downtown Manhattan???

Mikeyboy_esq — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:25:03 GMT

While visiting NYC this past weekend (vacation), I saw a goofball take his small suv (4wd???) into an empty GATED area full of rocks and water. It appeared that he somehow opened the locked gate and drove in there to do some offroading. Somehow his suv broke down or blew out a tire in the process. Keep in mind this was in the middle of the day! What was he thinking??? lol

Happy trails...:)

Your federal government

chochee56 — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:15:17 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqfuZ7hiap0

You not going to like this, but heads up. I am sure it is to late for some folks.

2006 Grizzly front axles

reyzilla@hotmai — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 04:12:03 GMT

Hi there, looking for a reapir shop for Grizzly axles or for some used ones for my atv. Thanks.

$500 Reward for information leading to find of our Stolen John Deere HPX Trail Gator

txgirlie — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:24:02 GMT

This was stolen off of SH242 in Conroe, TX last night. It's customized and a one-of-a-kind. Please keep an eye out for this unit.

Montgomery County Sheriff Officers have been notified and a case number is available...

Call Cristi at 281-513-8292 if you have any information

New Atv Park???

Mud Buddy's — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:05:28 GMT

Wow,

It is very good to see so many new atv riding areas opening up. Just in the past 5 months there have been 3 in the Victoira area. That is saying something!!!

Post your New park here and tell everyone what you have to offer, where you are located and what you are planing on doing for us riders in the near future. thanks

And riders, post what you would like to see, do or ride in the new atv parks.

Let's show our support guys and gals, we are one of the largest states, and still one of the smallest with riding areas.

New to the Forum

missdisslexia — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:47:53 GMT

Hi my name is Alexia. I live in Mesquite. Just wanted to introduce myself. I don't know a lot just trying to learn a bit but I love riding.

Clutch springs

MeanGreen198 — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:19:50 GMT

Got my clutch springs in lastnight! and wow what a difference it makes runnin these big tires! Can't wait to go ride and see what they can do

Back from Colorado vacation

keithm — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:44:38 GMT

The wife and I and another couple went to Colorado for two weeks from July 3rd to July 19th for some trail riding. We rode out of three areas. Salida, Lake City, and Wagon Wheel Gap. We put 531 miles on our machines and took over 300 pictures and had a great time. The temperatures varied from 36 degrees in the morning to a scalding high of 78 degrees. If you get the chance to go then do it. The total trip including diesel for our truck, gas for the atvs, lodging, food and other assorted junk cost us about $2800.00 for 16 days. Worth every penny of it.

POPPIN FUSES

watercat — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:58:39 GMT

I HAVE A 2009 ARCTIC CAT 500 MANUEL SHIFT AND I JUST RECENTLY PUT A BAZOOKA TUBE RADIO ON IT. IT PLAYS FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES OR SO THEN IT POPS MY ACCESORY FUSE WHERE ITS PLUGED IN. ANY IDEAS ON HOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM?

Going riding this Sunday to try out my new sand tires

Mikeyboy_esq — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 16:46:46 GMT

Just got my new paddle tires this week, so I'm planning to do some informal sand drags with a few friends this Sunday afternoon on a local sand bar (near Old Town Spring). Send me a PM if you are interested in joining me for the fun!

Happy trails...:)