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ATVs
ATVs are all-terrain vehicles, also known as "quads" or "four-wheelers." Ask questions about these recreational vehicles here.
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What is the fastest four wheeler in the world?
This is a time and date sensitive question, depending on the year and/or time of year different Brands and models can have the honor of being the fastest "Stock Four Wheeler" in the world.
In 2009 including variables the Yamaha Raptor 700R just squeak past the other models in the shootouts.
In reality being the fastest "Stock" ATV depends on the rider, type of course and terrain, Gearing etc., for ATV's top speed isn't important (they were designed for off-road), it's how fast you reach top speed (acceleration) , in this particular shootout these were the results: ( Keep in mind these results were almost to close to call )
1-POLARIS OUTLAW 525
2-Yamaha Raptor 700R
3-KTM 525 XC
bull crap the raptor is not even in the top 5 the aerodynamics suck horribly bad and the cannondal is the fastest ATV reaching speeds of 105 stock also the raptor 660 would beat a raptor 700 because the 700s have a thing on the motor where you cant go as fast.
What do the numbers mean for an ATV tire size?
Inch size is the most widely used measurement in ATV tires, lawn tires, some older motorcycle tires and automotive tires. The example below is an ATV tire size 25x8-12 or 25x8.00-12.
25 = The overall height of the tire when mounted and inflated to recommended air pressure. In this example, the tire is 25 inches tall.
8 = The overall width of the tire when mounted and inflated to recommended air pressure. In this example, the tire is 8 inches wide.
12 = The diameter of the wheel that this tire will mount to. In this case it will be a 12 inch diameter wheel.
Also, if this size said 25x8R12 the "R" would indicate that the tire is of radial construction. Converted to metric scale, 25x8R12 looks like this: 205/80R12
205 = The width of the tire in millimeters when mounted and inflated to recommended air pressure. In this case it's 205mm wide. Divide this by 25.4 to convert to inches. The result is 8.07. This rounds off to 8 inches.
80 = The aspect ratio to the width of the tire when mounted and inflated to recommended air pressure. This specifies the sidewall height. In this case it's 80% of 205mm, which is 164. To convert the sidewall height to an overall diameter you must multiply that by 2 (which results in 328mm), then divide by 25.4 to convert to inches (which equals 12.913) and is then added to the wheel diameter (in this case, 12 inches). The result is 24.913 inches, which rounds off to 25 inches.
R = Radial construction.
12 = The diameter of the wheel that this tire will mount to. In this case it will be a 12 inch diameter wheel.
Load index and pressure codes
The number in the service description is the load index. This is the weight the tire is capable of handling when properly inflated. Most manufacturers will also spell out on the sidewall what that maximum load is so there is no guessing-you'll usually find it listed with the tire's maximum air pressure.
Besides under inflation, one of the biggest mistakes people make with their tires is to overfill them past the maximum level indicated on the sidewall. This leads to poor handling and premature wear. And be sure to measure pressure when the tire is cold. Measuring hot will skew the numbers.
Born on date and tire wear indicators
Another useful piece information on a tire's sidewall is its manufacturing date. Look on the side for a raised block with four digits; it's usually next to the U.S. DOT tire identification number. The first two indicate the week of its manufacture, and the last two are for the year. For example, 1702 would indicate the tire was manufactured in April, 2002 or the 17th week of 2002. Prior to 2000, there were only three digits, with the last one indicating the year.
Some tires may have raised triangles, or the letters TWI, to show where the tire wear indicators are in the tread. When these marks are equal to the tread, it's time for new tires.
How to clean an ATV drive chain?
Some and /or most chains have sealed bearings, therefore, powerwash them and then spray on a good chain lube, lift the rear axel off the ground and spin the rear tires while you spray the chain with lube,don't be stingy with the lube. Or put the chain in a parts washer for a day or two and hand dry, then give it a really good coating of chain WAX, apply it the same way as above.
Where can I locate Buell Blast Owner's Manual?
There are links to all the available online Buell Owners manuals at www.BadWeatherBikers.com in "Knowledge Vault >>> Manuals... >>> Owner's Manuals" page. The direct URL is... http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/3842/317375.html
What is the top speed on a four wheeler?
Multiple factors that go into this, including how much power it has, sport vs. utility, make & model, and terrain. I have a 250 Honda Recon, Sport Utility, and it tops out at 60-65 mph.
How do you adjust a timing chain on a 3 wheel Honda 200 ATV?
you need a repair manual so you can identify the timing marks so you don`t put it together with the timing off 180.you have to turn the engine over and take the masterlink off the chain then you can remove the head and check the valves and guides and replace the chain.before you attempt this you should do a compression test to see how the rings hold up for compression and for valve leakage.
Here are a few sites to help you make up your mind:
(This 1st site is obviously a commercial for a Polaris, but it's worth considering)
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D9H-LwImYI
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xczj8Zhg8A
- http://ATV.off-road.com/ATV/article/siteIndex.jsp
- http://www.atvconnection.com/Features/ATV_Reviews/
- http://www.atvconnection.com/Site-Map.cfm
I would get the 800 outlander because the brute does not like water. It only takes a tea spoon of water and it is done for. I have owned both of them and the outlander had run good intill i throw the drive shaft out and caused over 4 gran worth of dam. You also have the 1000 thunder cat from Artic cat. We own one right now and it will out do both out the other bikes after we had the rear end pened.
What type of transmission fluid do you put into a Polaris ATV?
polaris has its own type of transmission fluid. it is called "polaris demand drive fluid" and is available from any polaris dealer
either plug it in to a charger or take off the alarm, it drains the battery
A Yamaha warrrior is a good 4 wheeler mine all stock would go 59 to 65mph
How fast will a stock Arctic Cat 400 ATV go?
Approx 60mph to 70mph is the top speed of Arctic Cat 400 ATV.
Which ATV models are best suited for use in mud?
All all-terrain vehicles are equally equipped to drive in muddy areas. Kawasaki and Sportman all-terrain vehicles are the highest rated all-terrain vehicles to be used in mud.
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Weight and width of a 1995 polaris sportsman 400 ATV?
The dry weight on the machine is 585 lbs. unsure of the width . I know it will fit between the fenders on a standard size pickup .
Why does a belt break on a ATV kawasaki 650 brute force?
its probably from going threw mud in 4 high and or also from pulling people out in rev so if you can go in 4 low when in mud and just use you winch to pull out other people.
What is the difference between ATV riding boots and dirt bike riding boots?
I don't believe there is a difference other than the sole. They were designed for the same thing: To protect your feet.
What are the two holes with slotted plugs in a Honda 300 EX for?
These two holes are called inspection holes. The larger one is there so that it is easy to turn the engine by hand in order to adjust the camshaft valves. There is a large nut inside which you can put a socket head on in order to turn or crank the engine crankshaft over. The smaller hole will give access to the T (time) mark on the engine's flywheel.
