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2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS
Gear & Tech

2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo EPS

The King of Horsepower, new-from-the-factory turbocharged RZR XP Turbo EPS produces a whopping 144 horse with its all-new 925-cc Polaris ProStar Turbo engine.

Trish Drinkle
September 29, 2015

2016 Kawasaki Teryx 800
Gear & Tech

2016 Kawasaki Teryx 800

Redesigned and ready to hit the trail, the Kawasaki Teryx side-by-side has hit a home run with features such as Fox Podium Piggyback shocks and Durable Double-X frame construction.

Trish Drinkle
September 29, 2015

2016 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe
Gear & Tech

2016 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe

Built Honda tough, one of the most versatile full-size side-by-sides on the market is the Honda Pioneer 1000-5.

Trish Drinkle
September 29, 2015

2016 Can-Am Maverick X rs Turbo
Gear & Tech

2016 Can-Am Maverick X rs Turbo

With mid-range power that will knock your socks off, the new 2016 Can-Am Maverick X rs Turbo has one of the most exhilarating machines in the world of side-by-sides.

Trish Drinkle
September 29, 2015

2016 Arctic Cat Wildcat X special edition
Gear & Tech

2016 Arctic Cat Wildcat X special edition

The 951-cc, H2, liquid-cooled V-Twin EFI-powered 2016 Wildcat X SE combines huge power, agility and comfort in this fuel-efficient performance machine.

Trish Drinkle
September 29, 2015

Toy haulers provide luxury and convenience
Gear & Tech

Toy haulers provide luxury and convenience

Toy haulers are the way to go if travelling with your toys is necessary for the adventures you crave. They’ve come a long way in the last few years. Gone are the days of struggling to find a way to bring your motorized…

Karen Kornelsen
October 7, 2015

From our readers: An ATV safety poem
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

From our readers: An ATV safety poem

One of our readers shares a safety message for ATVers by way of poetry

Dorothy McCoy
October 7, 2015

Off-road motorcycle training with Chris Birch
Riders & Racing

Off-road motorcycle training with Chris Birch

The KTM/Red Bull-sponsored athlete from New Zealand visits B.C. for a series of riding clinics

Kirsten Armleder
October 15, 2015

Gripping and ripping it in Revelstoke
Revelstoke
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Gripping and ripping it in Revelstoke

The 3rd annual Papa John Classic Moto Weekend showcased Revelstoke’s growing dirt bike scene

Kirsten Armleder
October 16, 2015

2015 Papa John Classic single-track, endurocross and moto gallery
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

2015 Papa John Classic single-track, endurocross and moto gallery

A photo essay of the 3rd Annual Papa John Classic Moto Weekend in Revelstoke, B.C.

Kirsten Armleder
October 16, 2015

ORV registration is mandatory in B.C. on November 1, 2015
News & Events

ORV registration is mandatory in B.C. on November 1, 2015

The regulations govern the rules of operation, safety standards, penalties and conditions of use for a wide range of ORVs—including snowmobiles, quads, dirt bikes and side-by-sides. — Kirsten Armleder photo

Kyle Born
October 19, 2015

Polaris to purchase paint facility in Spearfish, S.D.
News & Events

Polaris to purchase paint facility in Spearfish, S.D.

Adds additional paint capacity to supplement Spirit Lake Motorcycle Factory

Kyle Born
October 21, 2015

Biski amphibious motorcycle unveiled
News & Events

Biski amphibious motorcycle unveiled

And now for something really different . . . a motorcycle that floats. Well, it does more than float. The Biski is powered by a 55-horsepower, two-cylinder motorcycle engine that is connected to a water jet so it looks…

Kirsten Armleder
October 21, 2015

Building the ultimate Yeti snow bike kit
Riders & Racing

Building the ultimate Yeti snow bike kit

SnoRiders goes behind the scenes to see how the new 2016 Yeti Snow MX evolved

Kirsten Armleder
October 22, 2015

Turbospoke bicycle exhaust system for kids
Gear & Tech

Turbospoke bicycle exhaust system for kids

Made by a company in Ireland, Turbospoke is a motorcycle-style exhaust system that attaches to your kid’s pedal bike to make it sound like a real motocross bike. No batteries are required as the sound is generated by a…

Kirsten Armleder
November 2, 2015

POLARIS named official partner of Minnesota Vikings new U.S. Bank football stadium
News & Events

POLARIS named official partner of Minnesota Vikings new U.S. Bank football stadium

Polaris’ extensive offering of powersports, motorcycles, utility and work vehicles will be featured in and around U.S. Bank Stad

Kyle Born
November 12, 2015

Polaris Slingshot – flying low and street legal
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Polaris Slingshot – flying low and street legal

Leaving his motorcycling days behind, Munroe opted for a Slingshot to keep him on the road

Elizabeth James
November 13, 2015

Meet the 2016 Arctic Cat Alterra 700 XT
News & Events

Meet the 2016 Arctic Cat Alterra 700 XT

For starters, the Alterra name is new and it replaces the XR models of previous years. Better in a number of ways, the 2016 Alterra 700 XT features a brand new chassis and improved ergonomics for a more aggressive…

Kirsten Armleder
November 13, 2015

This active family keeps their hearts in the Kootenays
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

This active family keeps their hearts in the Kootenays

Trout fishing, ATVing in the mountains and winter snowmobiling are what this family is all about

Trish Drinkle
November 17, 2015

The new Polaris General is here
News & Events

The new Polaris General is here

Polaris shocked the industry this week by unveiling a brand-new line of side-by-sides.

Kirsten Armleder
November 19, 2015

Introducing the new, mobile-friendly website of RidersWest
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Introducing the new, mobile-friendly website of RidersWest

Now you can stay connected with the motorsports industry everywhere you go

Kirsten Armleder
November 20, 2015

Treasure hunter in the Kootenays
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Treasure hunter in the Kootenays

Having a gold claim is much more than looking for riches for Cory Feragotti

Trish Drinkle
November 25, 2015

Snoman’s new “orange” Snopass license plate
News & Events

Snoman’s new “orange” Snopass license plate

The coloured plate will assist with enforcement for enforcement agencies and is something that Snoman has been asking for

Kyle Born
November 27, 2015

2015 ATV Riders Choice Awards
News & Events

2015 ATV Riders Choice Awards

RidersWest highlights the best of the best! With the passage of another year comes another Rider's Choice Awards. Thanks to all of you who submitted your votes. This year's list showcases the exceptional variety of ATVing in Western Canada. From family riding favourites to more challenging routes, it's all here. The awards also feature your favourite places to stay or eat and the latest in innovative ATV products. RidersWest congratulates the winners and hopes that ATVers can use this list to pl

December 1, 2015