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BRP focuses on fun, affordability and performance with introduction of 2017 Sea-Doo watercraft mode
News & Events

BRP focuses on fun, affordability and performance with introduction of 2017 Sea-Doo watercraft mode

The Spark TRIXX model is the Sea-Doo watercraft that changes the game, and invents new ones.

Kyle Born
September 2, 2016

KTM announces 2017 Six Days models
News & Events

KTM announces 2017 Six Days models

With special touches such as exclusive SIX DAYS graphics and orange frames, the SIX DAYS models look as good as they perform.

Kyle Born
September 13, 2016

From snow to sand and mud
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

From snow to sand and mud

Darryn Duncan rips around Sandilands Provincial Forest year-round

Jillian Clark
September 14, 2016

A bad hair day
Kootenay Rockies
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

A bad hair day

Eleven-year-old Zach Banman admits he was going too fast on his ATV to make the corner

Trish Drinkle
September 28, 2016

Yamaha 2017 YXZ1000R SS SE
Gear & Tech

Yamaha 2017 YXZ1000R SS SE

Just when you thought Yamaha couldn’t do any better with its SxS technology, it turns the market on its head with the YXZ1000R SS SE—a revolution in power, durability and simplicity.

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

Suzuki 2017 KingQuad 750AXi
Gear & Tech

Suzuki 2017 KingQuad 750AXi

Adventure is coming to live in your garage. The 2017 Suzuki KingQuad 750AXi is knocking performance and technology out of the park with a 722-cc fuel-injected, liquid-cooled engine that delivers gobs of torque and…

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 1000
Gear & Tech

Polaris 2017 Ranger XP 1000

Polaris is tearing into 2017 with the world’s most powerful UTVs and a gritty, never-stop attitude that will keep you moving on the farm, in the bush or in the mud. First of all, the ProStar 1000 engine pumps out an…

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

Kawasaki 2017 Teryx and Teryx4
Gear & Tech

Kawasaki 2017 Teryx and Teryx4

When you’ve got the gang together and you’re up for adventure, look no further than Kawasaki’s sporty but powerful SxSs cranking necks for 2017—the Teryx and Teryx4. These machines are built for fun on the trail, are…

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

Can-Am 2017 Maverick X3
Gear & Tech

Can-Am 2017 Maverick X3

Forget everything you know about performance and thrill—Can-Am’s Maverick X3 is here. This game-changing ride is the ultimate off-road vehicle in many respects, beginning with its sharp exterior styling and Ergo-lok…

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

Arctic Cat 2017 Prowler 500
Gear & Tech

Arctic Cat 2017 Prowler 500

So, you want to get the job done, rip it up with some all-out fun and never feel bogged down? Check out Arctic Cat’s 2017 Prowler 500 and never go back. This machine screams convenience and flexibility with nimble…

Jessica Kirby
October 7, 2016

1,200 miles in 8 days
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

1,200 miles in 8 days

A Q&A with Aaron Long, the winner of our August 2016 Hotshots contest, and the story behind his photo.

Kirsten Armleder
October 17, 2016

Polaris Industries Inc. announces agreement to acquire Transamerican Auto Parts
News & Events

Polaris Industries Inc. announces agreement to acquire Transamerican Auto Parts

TAP sells and installs an extensive line of accessories for Jeep and truck enthusiasts.

Kyle Born
October 18, 2016

Four new models pave the way for Husqvarna’s future in the street bike segment
News & Events

Four new models pave the way for Husqvarna’s future in the street bike segment

Husqvarna Motorcycles introduces production Vitpilen 401, Svartpilen 401 and concept models at EICMA 2016

Kyle Born
November 8, 2016

Beta’s World Champion bike is now available
News & Events

Beta’s World Champion bike is now available

Steve Holcombe's winning race machine is coming to production with Beta's new 2017 RR lineup

Kyle Born
November 10, 2016

Opening of BRP’S new training institute
News & Events

Opening of BRP’S new training institute

This new institute will train dealers and their employees to maintain and repair all BRP vehicles, engines and accessories.

Kyle Born
November 18, 2016

How Facebook is enhancing the ATV experience
Saskatchewan
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

How Facebook is enhancing the ATV experience

Connecting a Prairie town to a mountain city is as easy as logging into Facebook

Kyle Born
November 18, 2016

Customized Wheelz
News & Events

Customized Wheelz

Wheelz in Fruitvale, B.C., builds custom golf carts and motorcycles

Marie Milner
November 21, 2016

Laura Rasmussen: intrepid ATVer and fishing boat captain
British Columbia
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Laura Rasmussen: intrepid ATVer and fishing boat captain

Captain Laura Rasmussen of Nanaimo, B.C., became the first woman to solo ride an ATV in every province across Canada

Kirsten Armleder
December 6, 2016

KTM releases 2017 RC Cup Racebike details
News & Events

KTM releases 2017 RC Cup Racebike details

New model - 2017 RC CUP

Kyle Born
December 6, 2016

Partnering for the future of ATVing
Manitoba
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Partnering for the future of ATVing

ATVMB and SATVA have started collaborating in order to better serve their members

Karen Kornelsen
December 20, 2016

KTM Announces its 2017 Factory Edition models
News & Events

KTM Announces its 2017 Factory Edition models

The new models are "ready to race"

Kyle Born
December 20, 2016

Top 10 dirt bike and motocross stories of 2016
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

Top 10 dirt bike and motocross stories of 2016

We compiled a list of the top 10 most read dirt bike- and motocross-related stories of 2016

Kirsten Armleder
January 4, 2017

Top 10 ATV stories of 2016
ATVs & Side-by-Sides

Top 10 ATV stories of 2016

From ATVing in Arizona to getting airborne with XRider Al McBeth, here is a countdown of the most popular stories on RidersWest

Kirsten Armleder
January 4, 2017

The Italian invasion of Beta Motorcycles
Thompson Okanagan
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes

The Italian invasion of Beta Motorcycles

A two-day demo ride at Carl Kuster Mountain Park shed some light on the red bikes that are gaining popularity across Canada

Monte Smith
January 5, 2017