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MAVERICK R UPPER SHOCK MOUNT GUSSET ASSEMBLY FROM UTV RACE SHOP In race conditions, every Maverick R chassis eventually distorts the front upper shock-mount holes and bends the factory brackets. Hard hits, whoops, and constant load cycles oval the bolt holes and destroy the factory mount over time. With help from Shift Performance Labs and UTV Race Shop you can now reinforce your Maverick R’s front shock mount with this weld-on 4130 chromoly gusset kit. Designed to prevent and stop factory b
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CAN-AM’S HVAC DEFENDER NOW PRICED LOWER THAN CFMOTO With this news, are you even considering CFMOTO any longer? The folks at Can-Am sure think not because today they announced a new pricing for the iconic Defender starting at $23,999. The new 2026.5 Defender DPS CAB HD10 with heat and air conditioning is available in three-seat and MAX ($27,299) (six-seat) configurations and is now the most affordable (1000cc class) HVAC-equipped side-by-side in the industry, delivering premium comfort and ru
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Celebrating the 10th year of selling Polaris in Mexico, Polaris invited local press to Camp RZR Glamis 2025 to highlight the 2026 RZR Pro S4 Calavera Edition over Halloween, or as it’s known in Mexico, “Dia De Los Muertes.” Polaris will produce 200 Calavera Edition S4s, with 150 going to Mexico and 50 selling here in the USA. Calaveras are Pro S4 Ultimates with special Dia de los Muertes graphics and skull-motif inlayed into the hood. Expert Polaris pilots took us from the Camp RZR compound to O
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CV BOOT REPAIR All Balls Racing offers a unique way of replacing a failed CV boot without having to take the entire axle apart. Once you remove the axle from the vehicle, slide the cone over the fat end of the joint, lube the cone tip, slip and stretch the small end of the boot over the cone to the axle. New grease and band clamps are provided for an easy trailside repair. To do the job right, you will want to carry a band clamp tool too. Price: $38.40 Contact: www.allballsracing.com The pos
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Can-Am racer Phil Blurton returned to his winning ways at the 58th edition of the SCORE International Baja 1000, putting his Can-Am Maverick R on top of the Pro UTV Forced Induction class podium. Fellow Can-Am racer Kaden Wells followed Blurton across the line, with a strong second place in class*. The 854-mile race course started in Ensenada and crossed the desert, beaches and mountains of the Baja Peninsula as it looped back to the finish in Ensenada. The Baja 1000 is known for its inc
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The advantage of this seat belt is: The lap belt adjusts at your lap with the adjusters being only 6” apart versus the traditional Kam Lock with the adjusters being 12” apart (see graphic attached). This restraint is perfect for containment seats or high side boasters seating. 5-Way Kam Lock 2″ PRO Series, UTV Lap Belt W/Kamlock Tangs, Indiv-Harness W/Alum Adjusters Black Hardware ALL BI or WA Color Black $344.68 Available in Red, Blue, Black, Gray and Purple. Visit www.crowsafetygear.co
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Toyota surprised us all when they revealed a UTV concept had been in the works for the last 18 months. The project is headed up by a U.S.-based development team near Ann Arbor, Michigan. What is equally as interesting, the project dubbed Scion 01 is using many off-the-shelf components that Toyota makes by the millions for their car and light truck vehicles. The engineers tell us, this concept has many versions, all with different powertrains. The unit Toyota had displayed at the SEMA Show in
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Polaris RZR Factory Racing closed out the 2025 SCORE Desert Series in dominant fashion, remaining undefeated and claiming its third-straight Baja 1000 victory. Battling one of the roughest and most unpredictable courses in recent memory, Cayden MacCachren and co-driver Ethan Groom split driving duties in the No. 1821 Polaris RZR Pro R Factory, grinding through 835 miles of rocks, silt, and bottlenecks, to secure a gritty, hard-earned win at the 58th Baja 1000. MacCachren repeatedly positioned
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Today, Polaris announced they will be donating more than $135,000 to off-road vehicles (ORV), all-terrain vehicles (ATV), and snowmobile riding clubs and organizations across the United States and Canada as part of their TRAILS GRANTS program. Awarded twice annually, Polaris added 14 organizations to the 13 organizations awarded in the spring, bringing the combined donation amount for 2025 to more than $255,000. The following 14 organizations were named Fall 2025 TRAILS GRANTS recipients and
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Boldly charging into the future with renewed energy, Arctic Cat’s shared mission of building a company of riders for riders has the throttle to the bars. Key areas of focus have been within the sales and customer service teams. With recent additions adding to an already strong core, our veteran sales team now has a combined 300-plus years of professional powersports industry experience. Recent additions include district sales manager Brock Fischer covering Texas and Oklahoma; Tracy Burkhart cove
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What the Cliffhanger Sticky is The Cliffhanger line from SuperATV is marketed as a rock-crawling UTV/ATV tire, with a choice of two compounds: a standard durable compound and a “Sticky” compound for maximum rock grip. Key highlights: 8-ply radial construction. Tread depth: approx. 15 mm (0.59″) lug height. Side lug depth: ~1.25″ for added sidewall bite. Standard durometer (hardness) rubber: ~65 A; Sticky compound: ~52 A (softer = more “grip”). Directional tread pattern with a hi
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Valcourt, Quebec, November 25, 2025 – Can-Am, iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO), today announced a new package of the iconic Defender. Starting at $23,999 USD*, the new Defender DPS CAB HD10 with HVAC, available in three-seat and MAX (six-seat) configurations, is now the most affordable HVAC-equipped side-by-side in the industry, delivering premium comfort and rugged capability at an unmatched value. This announcement builds on the momentum of Can-Am’s 2026 model year reveal in Aug
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Reigning 2025 Dakar Rally Champion Brock Heger & 2024 Champion Xavier De Soultrait Return to Polaris RZR Factory Racing as Team Chases Third-Consecutive Championship Expands Program with All-New, Purpose-Built Race Vehicle Debuting in New SSV1 Category MINNEAPOLIS, MN (November 24, 2025) – Polaris Off Road, the leader in off-road vehicle innovation, and LOEB FrayMédia Motorsport announces a five-rider lineup for the 2026 Dakar Rally. Led by back-to-back champions Brock Heger and Xavier D
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Tech & Contingency Moves to the Heart of Downtown Reno for the Event’s 30th Anniversary Las Vegas, NV — November 19th, 2026 — Best in the Desert is proud to announce a historic evolution for one of off-road racing’s most iconic events: the 2026 Casey Folks Vegas to Reno will run “The Other Way” for the first time ever. In celebration of the race’s 30th anniversary, the legendary point-to-point desert race will start in Reno and finish in Las Vegas, reversing the traditional direction that h
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Valcourt, Quebec, November 18, 2025 – Can-Am racer Phil Blurton returned to his winning ways at the 58th edition of the SCORE International Baja 1000, putting his Can-Am Maverick R on top of the Pro UTV Forced Induction class podium. Fellow Can-Am racer Kaden Wells followed Blurton across the line, with a strong second place in class*. The 854-mile race course started in Ensenada and crossed the desert, beaches and mountains of the Baja Peninsula as it looped back to the finish in Ensenada. The
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The new System 3 Offroad RX600 tire features a rally-inspired knobby tread pattern, including three circumferential voids in the tread to boost steering precision, plus staggered horizontal grooves for forward bite. System 3 RX600 Features: Rally-inspired knobby tread sets the new standard in high-performance off-road handling and performance. 3 circumferential tread voids provide precise steering response and the staggered horizontal grooves provide controlled forward traction. The 10-ply
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Story and photos by Kim Krause UTV Offroad Adventures hosted another unforgettable three-day journey on the Southern Arizona Peace Trail. It was an adventure in every sense—breakdowns, challenges, weather, and plenty of surprises—but the strong leadership and experienced trail team made all the difference. Their guidance, support, and ability to keep the group moving ensured that even the toughest moments became part of a great adventure for everyone. With hotels included, meals arranged, and a
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Brock Heger Clinches Third-Consecutive SCORE Season Championship, RZR Factory Racing Teammates Max Eddy Jr.& Cayden MacCachren Locks Up Second and Third Place Max Eddy Jr. and Polaris-Supported Racer Branden Sims Complete All-Polaris Podium at Baja 1000 with Second & Third-Place Finishes MINNEAPOLIS, MN (November 17, 2025) Polaris RZR Factory Racing closed out the 2025 SCORE Desert Series in dominant fashion, remaining undefeated and claiming its third-straight Baja 1000 victory. Batt
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2026 RANGER XD 1500 NorthStar The Polaris RANGER XD 1500 NorthStar lineup is expanding, reinforcing RANGER’s position as the No. 1 selling utility side-by-side. Known for its extreme-duty capabilities, the RANGER XD 1500 NorthStar stands out as the top-tier offering, delivering impressive comfort and durability. For 2026, Polaris continues to expand its premium RANGER XD 1500 NorthStar lineup with the introduction of the Texas Edition and the Mountaineer Edition. Both editions are tailored to
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Combined with the Spring 2025 TRAILS GRANTS, Polaris has donated more than $255,000 in 2025 and nearly $4 million since the program’s inception Minneapolis, Minn. (November 13, 2025) – Today, Polaris Inc.(NYSE: PII), announced it is donating more than $135,000 to off-road vehicles (ORV), all-terrain vehicles (ATV), and snowmobile riding clubs and organizations across the United States and Canada as part of their TRAILS GRANTS program. For nearly two decades, Polaris’ TRAILS GRANTS program has s
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Valor Offroad, a rapidly growing leader in premium UTV wheels and accessories, proudly announces the release of its latest innovation: the V16 Beadlock Wheel. Purpose-built for aggressive off-road drivers, the V16 delivers a blend of lightweight construction, rugged durability, and modern styling that raises the bar for performance-focused wheel design. Engineered specifically for today’s high-horsepower UTVs, the V16 features a forged-grade beadlock ring, reinforced wheel lip, and optimized lo
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Kryptonite Products, a leader in heavy-duty steering and suspension upgrades for off-road vehicles, announces the release of its all-new High Clearance Radius Rod & Toe Link Kit designed specifically for the 2025+ Kawasaki Teryx H2 platform. Built to handle the unprecedented power and aggressive terrain capabilities of Kawasaki’s supercharged H2 side-by-side, Kryptonite’s radius rods address one of the most common failure points observed in real world riding. The stock radius rods on the H2
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MRT Tires is proud to announce its 2026 King of the Hammers contingency program, offering more than $50,000 in total payouts to racers running MRT tires at one of the most demanding off-road events in the world. The program includes a massive $25,000 contingency payout for the 4900 UTV Overall Winner, reaffirming MRT’s commitment to supporting racers who rely on the industry’s toughest tires. In addition to the 4900 Overall award of $25,000, MRT is offering thousands in contingency payout
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The 2026 Can-Am Maverick R Xrc pushes the high-performance Maverick R platform into new terrain with a dedicated focus on rock-crawling domination. Built from the ground up to tackle the toughest technical trails, this purpose-built machine pairs the Maverick R’s potent turbocharged 240 hp Rotax engine and rugged chassis with rock-ready features like Smart-Lok with Rock mode and oversized 35-inch XPS Hammer King tires, giving drivers unparalleled traction and capability where others stall. With
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Segway is also introducing the Xaber 300 (pronounced say-br), an all-new electric dirt bike on display at CES. Inspired by the X1000 prototype which competed in the Future Mission 1000 experimental low-emissions vehicle class of the 2025 Dakar Rally, the all-new Xaber 300 is built from the dirt up to offer high-performance, off-road, electric adrenaline. “This marks another major step forward in Segway’s strategy to broaden its electric mobility portfolio and make high-performance electric tr
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