April 2006 ATV-Industry magazine Product Debut

Updated 4-27-06

IMPROVED HOLESHOT TIRES

Industrial Tire Products (ITP) took its most successful high-performance ATV tire model and reportedly improved it for 2006, creating the Holeshot MXR6. New features include a reinforced carcass to minimize stretching for a flatter profile during aggressive acceleration and cornering, according to ITP. They said the new carcass allows for lower tire pressures to increase rider comfort and control. The new front Holeshot MXR6 tires are designed to complement the rear versions with a longer-wearing tread compound, ITP stated. The tread design is for loose track surfaces, using wider space split-knobs for better bite and clean out, according to ITP. Rear Holeshot MXR6 tires will reportedly be available in 18x10-8 inch and 18x10-9 and front MXR6 tires come in 19x6-10 and 20x6-10. For more information, visit www.itptires.com

Mile Marker tells us they offer the new heavy-duty SE 9500 electric winch, reported to be capable of pulling 9,500 lbs. using 12 or 24 volts to power a 4.6 hp motor. The 84 pound winch mounts on a 10 x 4.5 inch bolt pattern and provides 100 feet of 3/8 inch cable, according to Mile Marker. The cable is reportedly rated at a minimum break force of 14,400 lbs. The new SE 9500 offers a planetary gear system, power in-and-out, free spool, a roller fairlead, 12 foot hand-held remote and a built-in power interrupt to ensure extra operator safety, reports Mile Marker. For more information, visit www.milemarker.com

The DMC Afterburner exhaust system was recently released to ATV enthusiasts. The company said the Afterburner could improve performance in acceleration, torque and horsepower. Canadian ATV MX champion Richard Pelchat won 10 of 11 races, using an Afterburner, according to DMC. The Afterburner features an extruded alloy silencer, T-304 SS Race Flow mid-pipe, billet aluminum (hard anodized) silencer outlet and bulkhead, AMA/FIM approved removable billet end cap, removable USFS spark arrestor, exclusive DMC S.O.S. Quiet Insert and 20 inch sticker kit, reports DMC. The exhaust reportedly comes in two models, Quiet or Comp, both available as slip-ons or full systems. DMC states the two models allow for a better fitting exhaust depending on the customer's needs. For more information, visit www.dmc-on-line.com

Swisher, the ATV yard, agriculture and hauling product manufacturer, announces their release of the new heavy-duty Transformer Trailer. The company describes them as a patent-pending SUV/pickup receiver cargo carrier, that is said to quickly transform into a heavy-duty ATV trailer. The new product reportedly features high ground clearance, ample attachment points, heavy-duty steel construction, powder coating, ball-hitch coupler and fits into 2 foot by 2 foot SUV receiver hitch. Their description says, “The Transformer creates extra cargo space at the back end of an SUV or pickup, convenient for camping and hunting trips or even to the hardware store. Convert from cargo carrier to trailer and hook it behind an ATV, to carry wood, camping equipment gardening supplies or game … where your SUV or pickup can't go,” said a company spokesperson. For more information, visit www.swisherinc.com