ATVA News November-December 2013

Volume 13, Issue 6

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INSIDE The All-Terrain Vehicle Association (ATVA) protects ATVers’ right to ride. It also serves as a source of authoritative information about where and how to ride, products and events.

The ATVA is part of the American Motorcyclist Association, the world’s most powerful voice for motorcyclists.

ATVA membership is $49 a year. For more information call toll free (866) 288-2564 or check us out online at www.atvaonline.com.

THE ATVA NEWS TEAM Bill Kresnak Editor Jeffrey Guciardo Designer/Production Coordinator

FEATURE 08 ATV MANUFACTURERS ANNOUNCE MODEL UPDATES FOR 2014

DEPARTMENTS 03 ON TRACK 04 U.S. AGENCY POSTS INFLAMMATORY WEBSITE 06 CHEAHA TRAIL RIDERS CELEBRATE 25TH ANNIVERSARY 07 LATHAM, OHIO’S PIKE STATE OFF-HIGHWAY AREA 11 CHAD WEINEN WINS ATV MOTOCROSS TITLE 13 MARKETPLACE 14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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ON TRACK Celebrating A Great Racing Season

AMA ATV Motocross racers take the stage Jan. 19, 2013 at the Aladdin Center in Columbus, Ohio.

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Banquet, which will be held Jan. 18, 2014, at the Aladdin Center in Columbus, Ohio. This banquet not only gives our racers a chance to be recognized by their peers, but also gives fans a chance to meet some of the top racers in AMA-sanctioned competition.

The annual get-together recognizes amateur AMA national champions as well as some from the pro ranks, such as the AMA ATV Motocross National Championship Series. While the event attracts a lot of motorcycle riders, ATV champs attend as well.

The top three finishers in AMA- and ATVA-sanctioned motorcycle and ATV national championship competition will be recognized.

It’s a great time for everyone who attends. The program includes dinner, door prizes, refreshments and more in a family-friendly atmosphere.

The AMA Championship Banquet is also a great way to recognize the diversity of our sports heroes. We have champions who are 6 years old, and champs who are 60. We have men champions and women champions. We have motorcycle land-speed record holders and ATV motocross and hillclimb champions.

I hope to see you at the AMA Championship Banquet in January. You can register now at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/ racingbanquet.aspx.

Jeff Massey is the AMA’s vice president for operations. Email him at jmassey@ama-cycle.org.

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AMA and ATVA racing is as diverse as it is exciting. Our disciplines for both two and four wheels include woods racing, motocross, hillclimb, dirt track, road race, vintage, ice racing, desert racing and more.

Most AMA- and ATVA-sanctioned events are run by local organizers. These events are the lifeblood of AMA racing. These clubs and promoters give our competition members somewhere to race week-in and

By Jeff Massey week-out all over the country.

Many of these promoters also step up and run rounds of the AMA National Championship Series, or regional or other premier events. They are our partners in elevating the sport of motorcycle and ATV racing and giving our athletes the recognition they deserve.

AMA racing history runs deep, and in the spirit of that history, AMA Grand Championships represent the pinnacle of amateur competition in many disciplines.

AMA Grand Championships are singular events that involve two or more days of competition between the best racers in the nation.

These are held at premier locations and are run in partnership with the most-organized, most-respected racing organizers.

When the dust settles, the top points leaders are crowned class champions and are invited to the AMA Championship

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NEWS U.S. Agency’s ATVRelated Webpage Title Is Inflammatory In a letter to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the American Motorcyclist Association complained about the agency calling ATVs deadly.

“The American Motorcyclist Association opposes the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s infographic webpage entitled ‘CPSC Infographic: Big Real Rough Tough Deadly ATV Statistics’ which was recently published on the CPSC’s website,” wrote Wayne Allard, AMA vice president for government relations, in a letter to CPSC Excerpt of infographic published on CPSC website. Chairwoman Inez Tenenbaum on July 15.

“The title of the webpage is inflammatory with the word ‘Deadly,’ Allard wrote. “The juxtaposition of this pejorative word and the CPSC’s own statistics are contradictory. In fact, the CPSC’s own statistics indicate the ATV safety record is improving.

“We believe that this new infographic webpage may result in a deleterious relationship between the responsible motorized community and the CPSC,” Allard wrote.

The ATVA is part of the AMA, and the ATVA and AMA have worked with the CPSC over the years on youth ATV safety.

“Our members are very concerned about the safety of young ATV and offhighway motorcycle riders,” Allard wrote.

“It is of utmost importance that young riders only ride appropriately sized machines. We have joined with the CPSC, the industry and other user groups to promote this important message.

“We encourage the CPSC to continue to engage the public in its deliberations on ATV safety,” Allard wrote. “Our members stand ready to serve as a resource for you as you further consider the future composition of the infographic webpage.”

The CPSC is responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of the thousands of consumer products

under the agency’s jurisdiction. In recent years, the CPSC has investigated the safety of ATVs at the urging of ATV critics. In the late 1980s, hearings held by the CPSC led to the end of three-wheeled ATV sales in the United States.

Two New Commissioners Join U.S. Product Safety Agency The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is once again comprised of five commissioners with the addition of lawyers Marietta Robinson and Ann Marie Buerkle.

Robinson was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on June 27. Her term expires in October 2017. Buerkle was confirmed on June 27. Her term expires in October 2018.

Robinson and Buerkle join Chairwoman Inez Tenenbaum and Commissioners Nancy Nord and Robert Adler on the panel.

“We look forward to working with the new commissioners – in fact, all of the commissioners – on ATV-related safety issues so that the commissioners make decisions based on facts and not opinions,” said Wayne Allard, AMA vice president for government relations.

Robinson practiced as a trial attorney for 35 years, handling a wide variety of complex litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. Buerkle served as the U.S. representative of New York’s 25th congressional district from 2011 to 2013.

ATV Safety Institute Provides Safety Training To Boy Scouts The Boy Scouts of America recently authorized a motorized activity at one of its national jamborees. That allowed the ATV Safety Institute to teach 311 Boy Scouts how to safely operate ATVs during the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in Piney View, W.Va., July 15-24.

The ASI, which develops rider-training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs, offered the ATV RiderCourse to both Scouts and Venturers, who are young men and

women in Boy Scouts of America’s Venturing youth-development program.

Three ASI training ranges were set up to accommodate up to eight students per class, three times a day. After the Scouts and Venturers completed the closed-range ASI ATV RiderCourse, they participated in an instructor-led trail ride through the West Virginia woods.

“We are so excited to have been able to offer ASI’s ATV RiderCourse for the very first time at a jamboree,” says ASI Vice President Tom Yager. “Everyone who participated in the training was thrilled with the enthusiasm and excitement the Scouts and Venturers showed for learning to ride ATVs. This was an amazing experience for all of us and we look forward to training more Scouts and Venturers at Jamborees in the future.”

To find an ATV RiderCourse and enroll, visit www.atvsafety.org. In addition to learning safe riding skills on a range, riders can also brush up on ATV safety principles online with the ATV E-Course, also available at www.atvsafety.org.

Connecticut Governor Vetoes Bill That Would Have Created ATV Trails Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy vetoed a bill that could have led to legal ATV riding areas in the state by implementing a decade-old state policy.

In vetoing the bill on July 2, Malloy said: “I urge those interested in changing policies concerning ATV usage on state land to work together with DEEP [Department of Energy and Environmental Protection] and Dannel Malloy other stakeholders to craft a more thoughtful legislative proposal that would support the creation of sustainable ATV trails.”

Anti-ATV organizations lobbied heavily for the veto.

The bill would have implemented a state policy created in 2002 that calls on ATV enthusiasts to propose state or other land for ATV use “that would be compatible with natural resource protection and use of a site by others.”

“The facility management responsibility is modeled after several

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NEWS other programs within the department including the off-road motorcycle trail, the Blue Blazed hiking trails and the hunter safety education and boating safety education programs,” the 2002 policy says.

Improvements Planned At Nebraska Railroad Buttes Riding Area

The Hurley Area Chamber of Commerce in Wisconsin boasts “Wilderness, Waterfalls and Wildlife!”

The chamber likes ATVs, promoting its offerings for ATV enthusiasts at its website www.hurleywi.com under “Activities.”

Specifically, the chamber notes: “More than 200 miles of routes and trails take you deep into the heart of Iron County.

Along the routes you will find a variety of friendly pit-stops offering food, beverages, gas and lodging.

“During the winter, ATVs are welcome on some designated Iron County snowmobile trails (call the chamber or click on the “More Info” link to request an ATV Trail System map),” the chamber notes. “For the ATV enthusiast, Iron County has the largest ATV trail system in Wisconsin, with more than 200 miles of scenic trails that are open year around (though there is a brief period after the final snow melt until about mid-May when the trails are closed by the Iron County Forestry Department for repairs), and two annual ATV Rally weekends (October and May).

Tread Lightly! Offers Trail Grants Tread Lightly! is a national organization that works to protect and enhance recreation access and opportunities by promoting outdoor ethics. The group is offering grants for trail maintenance and other work.

Tread Lightly! says that one of the best ways to promote responsible outdoor recreation is to support enthusiasts in the stewardship of their favorite areas.

“With the help of licensing agreements from some of Tread Lightly!’s top partners, the Tread Lightly! grants are designed to help individuals and groups organize clean ups, trail maintenance work days and other small stewardship projects,” the group says.

“Those funds can be used for everything from feeding volunteers to purchasing equipment, trash bags and tools.”

For more information, go to www. treadlightly.org and click on “Programs.”

Safe Snow Plowing With Your ATV Besides being a lot of fun to ride, ATVs are very useful machines.

That’s especially true if your ATV is equipped with a plow. With winter coming, we wanted to cover some safety tips for plowing with your ATV. First, conduct a pre-plowing inspection of your ATV, looking for loose hardware, worn components or damage. Correct issues before you plow.

Assuming your plow is already attached to your ATV, lift and lower the plow to ensure it is working properly. Note how far you can lift without stalling the lifting device or causing impact between the plow assembly and the vehicle.

Next, set the blade attack angle, skid height and blade pivot angle.

If the snow is deep, plow several thin layers at a relaxed attack angle, minimizing the load on the plow and vehicle. Finish the job with an aggressive attack angle to leave a clean surface.

Also, plan your work. Make sure

you know what is under the material you are plowing. Avoid impacting hidden objects. Be sure bystanders are aware of your activities and that they stay clear.

In fact, it’s usually best to plow the outer edge of the area to be cleared first. To plow a driveway, start by plowing the shoulder first. Move the snow to either side of the driveway.

This will clear the shoulder and allow for the material in the center to be thrown onto the shoulder or over the material removed from the shoulder.

Plus, be sure to work smartly, stay under control and plow carefully.

Plowing changes how a vehicle handles – its steering, stopping and stability. So plow with care and don’t rush.

When you’re done plowing, be sure to park your ATV on flat, level ground and set the brake prior to removing the plow. Inspect and maintain your equipment so that it is ready for your next use.

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The U.S. Forest Service is planning improvements at Railroad Buttes, a popular off-highway-vehicle area about 15 miles southeast of Rapid City, Neb. The Forest Service released scoping documents for plans intended to improve visitors’ recreational experiences and a public meeting was held July 24 to give the public an opportunity to comment.

Fall River District Ranger Mike McNeill said plans call for adding gravel, picnic tables, public toilets and a kiosk for information sharing at the main parking area.

“Additionally, we plan to install unloading facilities and develop a ‘Tot Lot’ suitable for beginning riders to safely gain riding experiences,” he said.

Hurley, Wis., Promotes ATV Visitor Activities

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CLUB NEWS Cheaha Trail Riders Celebrate 25th Anniversary A Quarter Century Of Creating Trails

By Danny Hubbard, Cheaha Trail Riders It has been a long time since the Cheaha Trail Riders, Inc., began and completed its first major off-highway vehicle project: the Kentuck OHV Trails near Oxford, Ala., in the Talladega National Forest.

The Kentuck OHV trails were built around 1991 through a partnership of the Cheaha Trail Riders and the U.S. Forest Service. Today, Kentuck OHV is still open and visitors from all over the South frequent the park. It was the first public OHV park in Alabama.

Cheaha Trail Riders, a 501c(3) nonprofit corporation, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2013 and members have seen a lot of dirt under their feet moved to create off-highway trail systems throughout Alabama and other states.

The Cheaha Trail Riders is an AMA/ ATVA-chartered organization. Glenn Myers, one of the original organizers of the Cheaha Trail Riders and current president, has been instrumental in the accomplishments of the group. The Cheaha Trail Riders organization has worked over these past years to help in the development of Kentuck OHV area; Minooka OHV area in Chilton County, Ala.; Warfield Point in Greenville, Miss.; TOPTRAILS Park in Talladega County, Ala.; and some new trails that are being built in Geneva State Forest in Kinston, Ala., in cooperation with the Geneva State Forest Stakeholders Volunteers.

Although Cheaha Trail Riders did not build the Stoney Lonesome OHV Park in

Cullman County, Ala., organization members have been called upon several times to inspect the trail system and Danny Hubbard facilities to recommend improvements to this park.

In fact, Cheaha Trail Riders members have been called upon to help in a number of projects throughout the United States and have worked closely with federal, state and local governments.

The Cheaha Trail Riders and its members have received numerous awards in the past 25 years, such as the 2011 NOHVCC National Club of the Year Award, 2011 AMA National Club of the Year Award, National 4-H Bronze Four Leaf Clover, American Trails Volunteer of the Year and Take Pride in America presented by then-First Lady Barbara Bush, 2013 American Trails Alabama Trail Advocacy Award and many more. They have been the representative for the state of Alabama on the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council Congress for decades. Cheaha Trail Riders members serve as the recovery team for the University SAE Baja Events. The

organization has also held many MakeA-Wish Foundation benefit rides, raising funds for these children.

The Cheaha Trail Riders organization is considered one of the leading promoters of OHV safety and education and has worked in cooperation with Tread Lightly!, the BlueRibbon Coalition, the Safety Vehicle Institute of America, ATV Safety Institute, Motorcycle Industry Council, American Motorcyclist Association, All-Terrain Vehicle Association, National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council and many other organizations and individuals.

Through the help of Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, and Recreational Trails Program, grants, the Cheaha Trail Riders has retrofitted a Federal Emergency Management Agency trailer into an OHV safety and education training classroom, promoting responsible riding safety.

The organization has also partnered with the Arkansas Children’s Hospital in promoting the OHV Safety video “A Trip Unplanned.” This video has become one of the best 20-minute OHV safety training videos within the OHV community and Cheaha Trail Riders has been promoting this video across the United States.

Cheaha Trail Riders members consider their organization’s premier accomplishment for OHV Trails to be TOPTRAILS, which is a new riding area in Talladega County, Ala. TOPTRAILS is currently open to the public and is under construction. It has more than 2,800 acres and some 75 miles of existing trails.

If you would like to join in the Cheaha Trail Riders continued quest to improve and enhance the OHV community, and become a part of one of the leading advocate organizations in the United States for OHV-related matters, go to the Cheaha Trail Riders website at www.cheahatrailriders.com to join.

You can email the Cheaha Trail Riders at comments@CheahaTrailRiders.com or write to: Cheaha Trail Riders, 366 Buckhorn Rd., Munford, AL 36268.

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WHERE TO RIDE

If you’re looking for nice riding in southwestern Ohio, the Pike State Forest All-Purpose Vehicle area is worth a look.

There may not be many miles of trails—10 to be exact—but the trails are designed to be ridden two-way so riding the trails from the opposite direction changes the experience and increases the fun. The trails wind through the hollows and ridge tops, offering the visitor a challenging ride as well as some beautiful scenery and breathtaking views.

Officials say that these trails are for experienced riders only. But there’s also a novice area that’s a large field with trails that weave between trees. Parents can relax and keep a watchful eye on their children while they ride.

Ohio law requires helmets and eye protection, forbids riders under 12, and those between 12 and 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Riders over 16 must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

No passengers are allowed unless the vehicle is designed to carry a passenger.

APVs must be registered in Ohio or your home state. If your vehicle isn’t registered, you will need to get a 15day temporary Ohio sticker, which will require proof of registration. You can get these from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

The Pike State APV area is open a half hour before sunrise and closes a half hour after sunset. It’s closed during the winter, but is open for riding April 1 through Nov. 30.

Here are some rules related to APVs: • The APVs allowed are off-road and dual-purpose motorcycles and ATVs. Each vehicle must display a valid APV license or highway license.

• The APV must be 50 inches wide or narrower.

• APVs shall be operated only on designated trails marked with a white painted blaze, and within the novice area. All trails permit two-way travel.

• All vehicles must have adequate brakes, mufflers and spark arresters.

• No person shall operate an APV while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No person shall overtly or publicly consume or display the presence of any beer or intoxicating liquor in any state forest.

• No person shall operate an APV in such a manner as to willfully damage or

destroy vegetation and trails or for the purpose of chasing or killing wildlife.

• No APV shall carry more passengers than it was designed to carry.

Land acquisition for Pike State Forest began in 1924, with the objective of returning abused hill farms and firedamaged timber lands to productive forests. The Civilian Conservation Corps and the Division of Forestry completed most reforestation work in the 1930s.

Pike State Forest now covers 12,084 acres in western Pike County and eastern Highland County.

Pike State Forest is open to public hunting and fishing in season. Fishing is available at several ponds located in the forest. Anderson Lake off of Dry Bone Road is a popular spot that offers quiet seclusion among the hills and trees.

Pike State Forest is open to visitors between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. daily. Legal campers, hunters and anglers may be present during other hours.

Fires are not permitted except in grills or fire rings provided or in portable stoves. Fires must be attended at all times. Camping is permitted only in areas designated for such use.

The Pike State Forest APV area is off of state Route 124 at 334 Lapparell Rd. in Latham. To get there from Chillicothe, take U.S. 50 west toward Bainbridge about 21 miles, go south on state Route 41 about 14 miles, go east on state Route 124 about 3 miles and then turn left on the dirt road at the state forest building.

For additional info on Pike State Forest APV area, call (740) 493-2441 or visit http://ohiodnr.com/Portals/18/forests/ pdf/Pike_APV_Brochure_6.pdf.

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The Pike State APV Area Latham, Ohio

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ATV New Models, Updates Planned For 2014 More model year 2014 ATVs are being rolled out. Here’s a look at some of the offerings from Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Polaris.

Honda Releases Rancher And Foreman American Honda Motor Co. has unveiled a new generation of the FourTrax Rancher and FourTrax Foreman lines of ATVs for 2014. They include new frames, suspension and styling.

FourTrax Rancher Series: For 2014, Honda’s liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 420cc FourTrax Rancher models have an all-new chassis with a redesigned frame featuring longer-travel suspension.

The new chassis is wrapped in new bodywork with new styling. There are multiple choices in the FourTrax Rancher: • The 4WD FourTrax Rancher 4x4 ES featuring Honda’s Electric Shift Program that shifts gears with a button push.

• The 4WD FourTrax Rancher Automatic DCT features Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission with a five-speed, fully automatic gearbox that also gives the rider the option of ESP (Electronic Shift Pattern) mode.

• The FourTrax Rancher 4x4 offers riders 4WD with a traditional manual-

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shift gearbox.

• The two-wheel-drive FourTrax Rancher is available with manual or electric shift.

Most of these models also offer the option of Electric Power Steering. Colors: Honda Phantom Camo, Olive, Red, Orange.

Price: $5,199 - $6,899.

FourTrax Foreman Series: The next generation of FourTrax Foremans arrives for 2014 with an all-new chassis, suspension, locking front differential, new styling and more.

The FourTrax Foreman 4x4 ES has Honda’s Electric Shift Program, while the manual-shift FourTrax Foreman 4x4 features a conventional gearbox. Both models can be had with Electric Power Steering as well. Colors: Honda Phantom Camo, Olive, Red, Blue. Price: $7,099 $8,049 TRX Series: If you’re a racer or aggressive sport rider, Honda’s TRX machines are worth a look.

The TRX450R is designed around a compact, lightweight, high-performance, liquid-cooled, 450cc four-stroke Unicam engine.

It has fully adjustable long-travel suspension front and rear.

Colors: Special Edition Tri-Color, Red. Price: To be announced.

The TRX400X is designed with a focus on performance, attractive styling, and reliability. It comes with a 397cc Radial Four-Valve Combustion Chamber powerplant, and longtravel shocks are tuned for off-road versatility to help make the TRX400X a wellrounded package.

Features

Honda FourTrax Rancher

Honda TRX 450R

such as a five-speed transmission plus reverse and electric start round out the package. Color: Red. Price: To be announced.

The midsized TRX250X features race-inspired styling. It’s designed with an easy-to-use SportClutch to make it a versatile machine that remains a favorite among older beginner riders as well as longtime riders. Color: Red. Price: $4,499.

The TRX90X is a starting point for introducing new riders to the world of ATVs. At the same time, the TRX90X carries the same styling cues that place it right alongside its larger sport siblings, and it also offers smooth power delivery and reliability. The TRX90X features electric starting, an automatic clutch and a refined suspension system.

Color: Red. Price: To be announced.

For more information, go to www.powersports.honda.com.

Kawasaki Lets The Good Times Roll Kawasaki’s 2014 ATV models include the KFX sport machines as well as the Brute Force sport-utility ATVs. The KFX450R features electric start, a versatile chassis and extended A-arm front suspension, fuel injection, an aluminum frame and lightweight components. It also has a tapered Renthal Fatbar intended to provide excellent leverage and nimble handling.

The KFX450R’s five-speed manual transmission includes a reverse gear system. The reverse gear was included to allow riders to more easily extricate themselves from first-turn mishaps, or other on-track incidents and trail bottlenecks using the normal shift lever

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Kawasaki KFX450R

For riders age 12 and older who have outgrown their 50cc ATV or are just beginning to enjoy the trails with mom and dad, the 2014 KFX90 might be just the ticket. It offers an automatic transmission and starts with an electronic push-button ignition.

Family-friendly features include full floorboards to protect riders’ feet and parental controls to limit top speed.

The KFX90’s ignition switch prevents unauthorized use without the key.

Parents can also exercise control over the KFX90 via the throttle limiting screw and removable CVT speedlimiting collar to tune the ATV to the rider’s ability.

The KFX90 is also equipped with electric starting, a single-shock rear suspension, independent A-arm front suspension, and a single rear disc brake, supplemented by dual front drum brakes.

MSRP: $2,749.

Kawasaki KFX90

an adjustable throttle stop, continuously variable transmission with centrifugal clutch, and lanyard safety switch for increased parental control. Once riders are confident enough to operate the KFX50 on their own, parents can still retain control over its operation, since the keyed ignition helps prevent any unauthorized use before the chores are done.

MSRP: $1,999.

For sport-utility riders, the Brute Force 750 4x4i EPS Realtree APG HD ATV (below) features a 749cc V-twin engine, continuously variable transmission, four-wheel independent suspension and Electric Power Steering system. Premium Realtree bodywork and blacked-out, six-spoke, cast aluminum wheels provide stealth that has been popular with hunters.

The machine also features dualrange four-wheel drive.

MSRP: $10,599.

Kawasaki’s Brute Force 300 features a liquid-cooled, 271cc four-stroke engine. A continuously variable transmission is partnered with a centrifugal clutch to help route power to the rear wheels. The CVT ratios are intended to suit a range of conditions and also provide engine braking.

The integrated system is designed to simplify slowing down on downhills.

When young riders age 6 and older are looking to start riding ATVs with the rest of the family, their parents can consider the 2014 KFX50. With an Polaris air-cooled, four-stroke engine Sportsman 500 balanced on a wide 27.6inch stance, Kawasaki’s introductory ATV helps young learners build a foundation for riding.

It also offers parental control features, floorboards to protect feet, electric starting and beginner-friendly performance.

Plus, the KFX50 features

Hydraulically activated triple disc brakes, one disc for each front wheel and a third fitted to the rear axle, provide braking power. All three 180mm discs are squeezed by singlepiston calipers that can be operated through handlebar-mounted levers.

The rear brake can also be modulated with a right-side foot pedal.

MSRP: $4,299.

Learn more at www.kawasaki.com.

Polaris Revamps Sportsman ATs Among its offerings for 2014, Polaris has introduced the all-new Sportsman 570 EFI ATV. The company says that the Sportsman 500 has been the flagship of the Sportsman line since its introduction in 1996. For 2014, Polaris says it has made the Sportsman better with the launch of the new model.

The Sportsman 570 EFI takes the Sportsman 500 H.O. adds a liquidcooled, single-cylinder Pro-Star 570 engine with electronic fuel injection, better ergonomics for increased comfort, new styling and more convenience features.

Polaris also is offering a one-passenger model with electronic power steering and a twopassenger model, the Sportsman Touring 570 EFI, providing a full line of 500-class ATVs. New this year, Polaris’ premium

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plus a convenient handlebar mounted lock-out lever.

The front suspension design mounts lengthy lower A-arms to a single boxsection lower frame tube, paired with dual-rate front springs for excellent rough-terrain handling. In the rear, an adjustable shock with low- and high-speed compression and rebound damping adjustability is mated to a cast aluminum swingarm.

MSRP: $8,299.

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Suzuki KingQuad 750AXi

line of ATVs (Sportsman XP 850 H.O. and Sportsman 550) will include electronic power steering standard on all models.

Also added to these models is the rear suspension geometry developed for the 2013 Scrambler sport ATV. Joining standard models in the 2014 lineup are five limited edition models, all including EPS. In compliance with the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America’s Youth ATV categories, Polaris also is offering five youth ATV models for 2014. The company says that these models reflect a commitment to rider safety and ensuring that young riders have safe, ageappropriate vehicles to enjoy the riding experience.

More info: www.polaris.com.

Suzuki QuadSport Z90

Suzuki announces 2014 lineup Suzuki Motor of America Inc.’s lineup ranges from the entry-level QuadSport Z90 to the complete roster of KingQuad sport-utility ATVs. Suzuki KingQuad ATVs are designed to offer a reasonable combination of power, performance, convenience and price. For 2014, Suzuki offers KingQuad ATVs in Green, Red, True Timber Camo or Matte Gray (KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering) and Matte Red (KingQuad 750AXi).

The Suzuki KingQuad lineup is headlined by the KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering ATV. It offers Suzuki fuel-injection, independent suspension and a compact electric power-steering system. The KingQuad 500AXi Power

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Steering model combines many of the same features with a smaller engine. Both the 750AXi and 500AXi are available without power steering.

The return of the QuadSport Z90, with a rider-friendly CVT transmission and electric start will appeal to families with younger riders.

Suzuki’s KingQuad ATV family also includes two 400cc ATVs. The Suzuki KingQuad 400ASi uses Suzuki’s QuadMatic automatic transmission, while the 400FSi gives riders the ability to shift through five gears using the semiautomatic five-speed transmission. Both these KingQuad ATVs feature selectable two- and four-wheel drive.

The 2014 lineup of Suzuki ATVs also includes the Ozark, a 250cc twowheel drive sport-ute with lightweight performance and a powerful price point.

For more information visit www.suzukicycles.com.

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AMA Pro ATV MX Results, Delmont, Pa. 1. Chad Wienen, Yamaha 2. Joel Hetrick, Honda 3.Thomas Brown, Yamaha 4. John Natalie, Honda 5. Josh Creamer, Can-Am 6. Josh Upperman, Honda 7. Jeffrey Rastrelli, Can-Am 8. Nick Denoble, Suzuki 9. Tyler Hamrick, Honda 10. Casey Martin, Honda New Berlin, N.Y. 1. Chad Wienen, Yamaha 2. Josh Creamer, Can-Am 3. John Natalie, Honda 4. Thomas Brown, Yamaha 5. Josh Upperman, Honda 6. Nick Denoble, Suzuki 7. Jeffrey Rastrelli, Can-Am, 8. Joel Hetrick, Honda 9. Casey Martin, 10.Tyler Hamrick, Honda.

Chad Wienen

Chad Wienen Clinches 2013 AMA ATV Motocross Title Yamaha’s Chad Wienen has clinched the 2013 AMA Mountain Dew ATV Motocross National Championship Series title July 27. The title is his second consecutive AMA ATV Motocross National Championship.

Delmont, Pa. Wienen’s stretch run to the title began with his fifth straight win of the season at the Steel City Round of the AMA ATV Motocross National Championship Series in Delmont, Pa., on June 6.

Pennsylvania native Joel Hetrick made his return to the podium with a second place finish. Thomas Brown was third.

Another Pennsylvania native, John Natalie, grabbed the first moto holeshot on his MotoSport.com Motoworks DWT Honda and led halfway through the moto.

Wienen came out of the first turn on his Wienen Motorsports SSi Walsh Yamaha, presented by Maxxis Tires & Team Vollmer, in third then moved into second

by the fifth lap. He made a pass for first with five laps to go and held on to win.

In the second moto, Joel Hetrick grabbed the holeshot on his Corrosion Hetrick Racing Honda and held an eightsecond lead at the halfway point. He held on for the win.

Wienen had a good start in the second moto and came out of the first turn in third. With the field still tight, he was able to move into second by lap six, but was unable to gain any time on the frontrunner.

But with the second-place finish, Wienen secured his fifth consecutive overall win of the season.

Wienen’s teammate Brown found himself in fifth by the end of the first lap and once again had to work his way up through the field to find a podium finishing position. He put a good charge on the field and was able to move into third before halfway through the moto but was unable to make any more

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1.Chad Wienen, Yamaha 2.Thomas Brown, Yamaha 3. Joel Hetrick, Honda 4. John Natalie, Honda 5. Josh Creamer, Can-Am 6. Josh Upperman, Honda 7. Nick Denoble, Suzuki 8. Jeffrey Rastrelli, Can-Am 9. Tyler Hamrick, Honda 10. Joe Byrd, Honda.

advances. Brown took his sixth thirdplace finish of the 2013 season.

New Berlin, N.Y Wienen added to his streak at Unadilla in New Berlin, N.Y., on July 13.

As the gate dropped for the first moto, it was Josh Upperman who came out of the first turn and took the SSi Decals Holeshot award aboard his Baldwin PEP Upperman Racing machine.

Wienen got off to a great start, coming out of the first turn right behind Upperman. It wasn’t long before he moved to the front, leading before the end of the first lap. By the second lap, Wienen put a two-second gap between himself and the rest of the field and maintained that distance until he took the first checkers of the day.

John Natalie came out of the holeshot in the top five and was in third place by the end of the first lap. Natalie then pressured Upperman for second place until halfway through the moto. Natalie made several passing attempts but wasn’t able to capitalize until the seventh lap when he took the inside of a sweeper and was able to make the pass stick.

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Natalie finished the race in second.

Hetrick, who finished second at the previous round, had a top-five start and was able to move in behind Natalie by the end of the second lap. Hetrick focused on setting Natalie up for a pass but was unable to make any advances on the field until he capitalized on Natalie’s pass on Upperman and was able to move into third in the same sweeping corner.

BCS Can-Am rider Josh Creamer and Thomas Brown had an ongoing battle for the entire moto. Both riders came out of the first turn just inside the top 10.

Creamer was in seventh while Brown sat in eighth by the end of the first lap.

Brown was able to grab the inside corner after the gravity cavity and make a pass on Creamer on lap two. Brown then progressed through the field and made his way into fifth by halfway with Creamer close behind in sixth. Creamer followed in behind Brown until the last lap when he set Brown up for a pass on the last corner and was able to make it stick. Creamer crossed the finish line in fourth followed

by Brown in fifth.

At the start of the second moto, Creamer grabbed the holeshot and the New England native never looked back and led every lap. Creamer secured a second-place overall finish.

Wienen got off to another great start in the second moto. Coming out of the first turn in second, Wienen held the secondplace position but wasn’t able to make any advances on the field. Wienen went

1-2 for the day and was able to secure his sixth consecutive overall win of the season.

Natalie followed Wienen out of the first turn in third and, despite trying to make a pass early on, he settled into third place.

He finished third overall for the weekend.

Wienen Tops Season with RedBud Sweep Following his dominant rides in Pennsylvania and New York, Chad Wienen went 1-1 for the overall at RedBud in Buchanan, Mich.

That performance put him over the top Chad Wienen for the title.

“It hasn’t really hit me yet,” Wienen said after earning the title in the ninth round of the 10-round series. “This season has been so surreal and now that I’ve clinched my second consecutive national championship it’s more than a dream come true. I’m still looking forward to one more round of racing but I’ve been working my entire life to win a championship and now that

I’ve done it two years in a row I can’t believe it. It makes me even hungrier for more.”

As the pros took to the RedBud track for the first time in 2013, it was Joel Hetrick who came out of the morning practices with the ATVRiders.com Fastest Qualifier Award.

As the full pro gate dropped for the first moto, it was Wienen who won the holeshot. Wienen spaced a four-second lead on the field by the end of the first lap and was able to maintain a similar distance until he crossed the checkers first.

Thomas Brown didn’t come out of the first turn with as good of a start and fell into the field just inside of the top 10.

Brown moved up to fifth by the end of the first lap. He then went from fourth to second with less than three laps to go. Brown finished out the first moto in second, three seconds behind the leader.

Joel Hetrick finished third.

As the gate dropped for the second moto it was veteran Joe Byrd aboard his Dasa Joe Byrd Quad Riding School Honda who snagged the holeshot. But with a raging field behind him, Byrd’s lead was brief and Wienen was at the front of the field within a few turns.

Once out front, Wienen put his head down and increased his lead on the field with each lap he put down going 1-1 for the weekend and securing the 2013 national championship title.

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Harold Goodman

AMA Pro ATV EDT Results, Goldsboro, N.C. 1. Brad Riley, Honda 2. Michael Coburn, Honda 3 Dustin Hoffman, Honda 4 Harold Goodman, Honda 5. Daniel Chepkauskas, Honda 6. Daryl Rath, Honda 7. Jordan Rummage, Honda 8. Michael Houghton, Honda 9. Kristopher Bures, Honda 10. Kirby Cooke, Honda.

Ashtabula, Ohio 1. Harold Goodman, Honda 2. Brad Riley, Honda 3. Daniel Chepkauskas, Honda 4. Michael Coburn, Honda 5. Daryl Rath, Honda 6. Josh Hibdon, Honda 7. Nathan Wolff, Honda 8. Chuckie Creech, Honda 9. Dustin Hoffman, Honda 10.

Jordan Rummage, Honda.

Brycen Neal placed fourth overall.

Johnny Gallagher rounded out the pro class top five.

AMA ATV Motocross Championship Pro Point Standings after 9 of 10 Rounds 1. Chad Wienen (410) 2. Thomas Brown (346) 3. Josh Creamer (324) 4. John Natalie (304) 5. Joel Hetrick (297) 6. Josh Upperman (289) 7. Nick Denoble (227) 8. Jeffrey Rastrelli (221) 9. Joe Byrd (190) 10. Tyler Hamrick (173.

Open enrollment for FLY Racing 2014 sponsorship began Aug. 1 and runs through Nov. 15, with FLY accepting rider sponsorship applications for U.S.-based riders for ATV motocross and off-road, pro and amateur motocross, and pro and amateur off-road.

To be considered for FLY Racing sponsorship, send a resume with a cover letter and photo(s) by email to raceadmin@flyracing.com with the subject line 2014 Sponsorship, or send the material by U.S. mail to: FLY Racing Attention: 2014 Sponsorship 601 East Gowen Rd. Boise, ID 83716

Brad Riley, Harold Goodman Win AMA ATV Extreme Dirt Track Rounds Pro Brad Riley got off the line early aboard his Honda TRX 450R and never looked back, winning the fifth round of the AMA ATV Extreme Dirt Track National Championship Series held at Busco Beach in Goldsboro, N.C., July 14.

Michael Coburn, aboard his Honda TRX 450R tried to chase Riley down but couldn’t, finishing second.

Dustin Hoffman on his Honda TRX 450R was third. Defending champ Harold Goodman finished fourth and Daniel Chepkauskas was fifth.

But at the sixth round of the series, at Pine Lake in Ashtabula, Ohio, July 28,, Goodman returned to his winning ways.

He got the holeshot and never looked back.

Riley finished second and Chepkauskas was third.

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Taylor Kiser Earns Third Win In AMA ATV MAXC National Cross Country At the halfway-point-round of the AMA MAXC National Cross Country Racing Series, Ballance Racing’s Taylor Kiser earned his third win of the season.

That happened at the fifth round of the 10-round series at France Park in Logansport, Ind., on July 27. Walker Fowler stood second on the pro podium and Kevin Cunningham held the third spot after competing on the 9-mile course.

PKG Powersports’ Cunningham grabbed the Pro ATV class holeshot aboard his Honda TRX 450R. He led early in the race but stalled his engine and fell to third.

Fowler passed almost half the pro field by the end of lap one. By the second lap, he had caught up to the front of the pack and moved into third place behind Kiser and Cunningham. By the sixth lap, Fowler had worked his way into first place. But Kiser would eventually make a last-minute pass for the win about an eighth of a mile before the finish.

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“I missed the morning’s first practice with some mechanical issues but was really able to turn the day around.

With all of the support from my team and mechanic we were able to pull our program together and keep to the top five for the weekend,” said Natalie.

Schedule of Events AMA National Mid-America Cross Country Series www.

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Sept. 28: Plymouth, Ind: The Blackhawk

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Oct. 19: Gosport, Ind: Rally in the Valley

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Nov. 2: Freedom, Ind: Coyote Run

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Oct. 5-6: Carlisle, Iowa: Blue Ridge Run

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Oct. 12, Youth; Oct. 13, Amateur: Lucerne Valley, Calif.: Ryan Sanders, 100’s Motorcycle Club; (949) 584-9395; www.100sMC.org

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MARKETPLACE ITP TerraCross R/T XD Tire Looking for a tire that works great in snow? Check out ITP’s TerraCross R/T tire line that has what ITP calls an XD (Extreme Duty) construction—an extra sidewall ply and increased sidewall and tread rubber thickness for improved puncture protection. The TerraCross R/T XD offers much greater durability and reliability, resulting in a much higher-mileage tire, and it’s ideal for mud, snow and sand. TerraCross R/T XD sizing: 25x8R-12, 25x10R12, 26x9R-12, 26x11R-12, 25x9R-14, 25x10R-14, 26x8R-14, 26x9R-14, 26x11R-14.

MSRP: $186.99 to $238.99 Info: www.itptires.com

Can-Am Winter Riding High Pants Keep warm this winter with Can-Am’s Winter Riding High Pants. The pants feature waterproof, windproof and breathable technology with materials that are specifically designed for warmth, weatherproofing and comfort levels required for winter riding. The pants are lightweight and feature composite insulation for extra warmth at the seat and knees, pads at the knees for durability, a full-length side zipper, easy-access thigh pocket and more.

MSRP: $264.99 Info: www.canamoffroad.com

Roadside Assistance ATVA members can get Roadside Assistance with their ATVA membership simply by signing up for auto-renewal or by purchasing a three-year membership. Roadside Assistance covers your tow vehicle in case of a breakdown on your way to your favorite trailhead — or if you’re just driving around town.

Cost: None, just sign up for membership auto-renewal Info: www.atvaonline.com; (800) 262-5646

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CALENDAR

CALIFORNIA

FLORIDA HARE SCRAMBLES OCT 12: ORMOND BEACH : 2 DAY EVENT, DAYTONA DIRT RIDERS, (386) 615-0722, FLORIDATRAILRIDERS.ORG

ILLINOIS TRAIL RIDE - RECREATIONAL OCT 6: OTTAWA: VARIETY RIDERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB INC, (815) 434-3669, VARIETYRIDERS.COM HARE SCRAMBLES OCT 5: PLAINVIEW: 2 DAY EVENT, WFO PROMOTIONS, (309) 314-3343, WFOPROMOTIONS.COM MOTOCROSS OCT 5: WALNUT: 4P PROMOTIONS INC, (815) 379-9534, SUNSETRIDGEMX. COM OCT 6: WALNUT: 4P PROMOTIONS INC, (815) 379-9534, SUNSETRIDGEMX. COM OCT 13: MASON: CROSSROADS MX AND OFFROAD PARK, LLC, (618) 686-2769, CROSSROADSMX. COM OCT 20: WALNUT: 4P PROMOTIONS Brad Riley INC, (815) 379-9534,

(732) 446-7800, RACEWAYPARK.COM

NEW YORK MOTOCROSS OCT 26: WALLKILL: WALDEN MX, (845) 895-2537, WALDENMX.COM

NORTH CAROLINA

INDIANA HILLCLIMB OCT 5: CAYUGA: PLEASURE RIDERS MC, (217) 247-2216, PLEASURERIDERS.NET MOTOCROSS OCT 19: CAYUGA: PLEASURE RIDERS MC, (309) 838-5062, PLEASURERIDERS.NET OCT 20: CAYUGA: PLEASURE RIDERS MC, (309) 838-5062, PLEASURERIDERS.NET

IOWA MOTOCROSS OCT 5: CEDAR RAPIDS: CEDAR VALLEY TRAIL RIDERS INC, (319) 775-0893, CVTR.ORG

MARYLAND MOTOCROSS NOV 17: LEONARDTOWN: BUDDS CREEK MOTOCROSS PARK, (301) 475-2000, BUDDSCREEK.COM

MASSACHUSETTS HILLCLIMB OCT 6: MONSON: QUABOAG RIDERS INC, (413) 267-4414, QUOBOAGRIDERSMC.COM

MISSOURI POKER RUN - OFF-ROAD OCT 6: VIBURNUM: MIDWEST TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION, (314) 434-5095, RIDEMTRA.COM

NEW JERSEY MOTOCROSS NOV 10: ENGLISHTOWN: RACEWAY PARK,

MOTOCROSS OCT 6: IRON STATION: IRON STATION MOTORSPORTS, INC., (704) 732-8200, ALLANEMOTORSPORTS.COM

OHIO GRAND PRIX OCT 20: ATHENS: ACTION SPORTS PROMOTIONS INC., (570) 591-7223, ACTIONSSPORTSRACING.COM NOV 16: ATHENS: ACTION SPORTS PROMOTIONS INC., (740) 591-7223, ACTIONSPORTSRACING.COM HARE SCRAMBLES OCT 13: SUGAR GROVE: CENTRAL OHIO COMPETITION RIDERS INC., (740) 983-3937

PENNSYLVANIA 1/2 MILE DIRT TRACK OCT 5: NEWBERRYTOWN: SHIPPENSBURG MC, (717) 796-0294, BAERMOTORSPORTS.COM OCT 19: SHIPPENSBURG: SHIPPENSBURG MC, (717) 796-0294, BAERMOTORSPORTS.COM MOTOCROSS OCT 6: THREE SPRINGS: ROCKET RACEWAY, (717) 574-6590, ROCKETRACEWAY.COM

TEXAS MOTOCROSS OCT 5: KEMP: UNDERGROUND MX PARK, (903) 498-4659, UGMXPARK.COM OCT 6: KEMP: UNDERGROUND MX PARK, (903) 498-4659, UGMXPARK.COM

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DESERT SCRAMBLES OCT 6: EL CENTRO: OVER THE BELT RACING, INC, , OTBRACING-D38.NET OCT 20: EL CENTRO: INTERSTATE 8 DEZERT RACERS, (619) 241-3292, I8DEZERTRACERS.COM NOV 17: LUCERNE VALLEY: DESERT DAISIES MOTORCYCLE CLUB, INC., (626) 483-5164, HILLTOPPERSMC.COM ENDURO OCT 27: GORMAN: VENTURA COUNTY MOTORCYCLE CLUB, (805) 485-5271, VENTURACOUNTYMC.COM GRAND PRIX OCT 5: RIDGECREST: 2 DAY EVENT, VIEWFINDERS MC INC., (661) 450-8150, VIEWFINDERSMC.COM DEC 7: PALA: 2 DAY EVENT, VIKINGS MOTORCYCLE CLUB, (760) 405-4445, PALARACEWAY.COM HARE & HOUND OCT 12: LUCERNE VALLEY: 2 DAY EVENT, 100’S MC, (714) 863-7140, 100’MC.ORG

SUNSETRIDGEMX.COM OCT 26: FOSTERBURG: SPLINTER CREEK DIRT RIDERS INC, (618) 372-4255, SPLINTERCREEK.COM OCT 27: BYRON: MOTOSPORTS ENTERPRISES LTD, (815) 234-2271, MOTOBYRON.COM

VIRGINIA MOTOCROSS NOV 9: SUTHERLIN: BIRCH CREEK PROMOTIONS, LLC, (434) 836-7629, BIRCHCREEKMXPARK.COM NOV 10: SUTHERLIN: BIRCH CREEK PROMOTIONS, LLC, (434) 836-7629, BRICHCREEKMXPARK.COM Garrett Hamilton/ATVriders.com

The following is a listing of events sanctioned by the ATVA. To find the events nearest you, locate your state and contact the promoter for complete details.

WASHINGTON MOTOCROSS OCT 26: WEST RICHLAND: HRMC, INC., (509) 953-5242, HORNRAPIDSMX.COM OCT 27: WEST RICHLAND: HRMC, INC., (509) 953-5242, HORNRAPIDSMX.COM NOV 9: WEST RICHLAND: HRMC, INC., (509) 953-5242, HORNRAPIDSMX.COM NOV 10: WEST RICHLAND: HRMC, INC., (509) 953-5242, HORNRAPIDSMX.COM

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He’s helping battle medical insurance discrimination against ATV riders and is represented in the halls of government by AMA freedom fighters. He’s saving money with various AMA benefits and discounts. You can, too. The AMA and its All-Terrain Vehicle Association (ATVA) are the world’s most powerful voices for motorcyclists and ATV riders.

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