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Kawasaki Unleashes an All New Brute Force 300
Written By: 
John Arens
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 The old saying is, “It’s not the size of dog in the fight, but the size of fight in the dog.” That can now go for ATVs as well. Kawasaki’s new Brute Force 300 doesn’t know it’s an easy to ride, 300cc machine perfectly suited to work around the yard or go for weekend trail rides. It thinks it’s the leader of the pack, and it may be right!

Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., Launches Promotion with GoPro

Yamaha ATV Buyers Receive Free HD HERO2 Camera through May 2012
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CYPRESS, Calif. – January 12, 2012 – Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., has launched a first-of-its-kind promotion with GoPro, the world’s most versatile camera, to give away free HD HERO2 Motorsports Edition cameras to Yamaha ATV customers in the first half of 2012.

Best Big Bore Sport ATV of 2011

The Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS
Written By: 
John Arens
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In its last year of production, we have to give credit to the Polaris Outlaw 525 IRS. From our first ride across the Arizona desert years ago, we knew that the 525 was something special.

Best 300cc Class Sport ATV of 2011

The Yamaha Raptor 250
Written By: 
John Arens
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Every so often a model comes along that just does everything right. Yamaha’s Raptor 250 is one such model and without a doubt, it is the best ATV there has ever been for budding sport riders. It’s comfortable and the ergonomics are perfect for younger, smaller riders, it’s got a great, sporty look, the motor has enough zip to keep things exciting, it’s super reliable, and it’s easy to ride.

Best 450cc Hi-Performance ATV of 2011

The Yamaha YFZ 450R
Written By: 
John Arens
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Yamaha owns the sport ATV segment. If you’re serious about your play time on the sand or the trails, you’ve got to check out any models of the Raptor lineup. If you’re looking for a championship, the awesome YFZ 450R can get you there.

Best 450cc Class Utility ATV of 2011

The Yamaha Grizzly 450 EPS
Written By: 
John Arens
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Last year Yamaha introduced the Grizzly 450 with EPS and we were impressed. The new Grizzly fit in perfectly with its larger brothers which are still sales leaders, offering many of the same features in a slightly smaller, more affordable package.

Best 500cc Class Utility ATV of 2011

The Polaris Sportsman XP 550
Written By: 
John Arens
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We believe the Polaris Sportsman XP 550 is quite possibly the best ATV ever built. That’s not a claim we make lightly, but there is so much to love about the XP 550 we hardly know where to begin. The ergonomics are excellent, the engine is powerful and smooth, and it’s a dream to drive. What more is there?

Best Sport ATV - Playmate of the Year

The Kawasaki KFX 450R
Written By: 
John Arens
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Most riders use their ATVs for trail riding, for work, and even as a hunting buddy, but the best times are when out play riding with friends. For the simple joy of play riding on the trials or the dunes, we want an ATV that offers all-day comfort, a sporty look and nimble handling, and an excellent engine with enough power to conquer hills and provide plenty of thrills. Kawasaki’s KFX 450R fits the bill perfectly.

Best Open Class Utility ATV of 2011

The Can-Am Outlander 800R & Outlander 1000
Written By: 
John Arens
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Nobody has ever come back after riding a CAN-AM complaining the motor was weak, and that’s not about to change. What they built for 2012 are all new machines from the ground up, and they started with the top models in the lineup.

Best Intro Class Utility ATV of 2011

The Kawasaki Brute Force 300
Written By: 
John Arens
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The old saying is, “Good things come in small packages,” and one of the best examples of that in the off-road world is the new Kawasaki Brute Force 300. Though only slightly smaller than the other Brute Force models, it’s a huge overachiever.

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