June 2006 ATV-Industry Magazine Product Debut

Updated 7/05/06

NEW PISTON KIT FOR RHINOS

Wiseco introduces their new piston kit for the 2005-2006 Yamaha Rhinos. A company rep. said the kit includes a pressure seal groove, a chrome plated piston pin, horizontal slot-pin oiling, optimized ring package and a CAD designed dome profile. For more information, visit www.wiseco.com

MAGNUM OFFERS BRAKES AND SPROCKETS

Magnum announces their new line of brake pads and sprockets. According to the company, the brakes are made of a sintered bronze to help them hold up in extreme conditions. Their new steel front and rear sprockets offer great performance, longer wear-life and are available in a variety of ratios offering increased acceleration or a higher top speed, they tell us. Both are said to be available for ATV and motocross applications. For more information, visit www.magnumdistributing.com

TEAMFAST.COM GIVE HONDAS A SUPER RIDE

TeamFAST.com introduces their new ATV Big-D Long-Legs Super Ride kits. These kits are easy to install and are available for the Honda Rubicon, Rancher and Foreman 450 models, a spokesperson reported. They tell us the complete kits consist of all the necessary fasteners, machined billet aluminum ride and riser brackets, clevis mount spacers and dual-rate springs. The ride/riser brackets and springs can reportedly be purchased as separate kits. For more information, visit www.teamfast.com

TERRACROSS TIRES AVAILABLE FROM ITP

ITP announces the release of the all-new TerraCross R/T ATV and utility vehicle trail tires. According to ITP, the TerraCross R/T is available in several sizes for sport-utility quads: 25/8R-12 and 26/8R-14 for the front and 25/10R-12 and 26/11R-14 for the rear. ITP adds there are also two sizes available for side-by-side utility vehicles: 26/9R-14 in front and 26/11R-14 for the rear. The TerraCross R/T features an interlocking tread pattern and wide footprint, giving them exceptional traction and flotation, which is ideal for mud, snow and sand, ITP explains. For more information, visit www.itptires.com

MILE MARKER UNVEILS NEW WINCH

Mile Marker unveiled their new SE 9500 offroad winch, according to a press release. The company reported the winch is available in 12 or 24 volt versions, using a 4.6 hp motor and includes 100 feet of 3/8 inch cable, with a minimum break force of 14,400 pounds. Other features reportedly include a planetary gear system, power in and out, free spool, a built-in power interrupt to ensure extra operator safety, a roller fairlead and a 12 foot long hand held remote. For more information, visit www.milemarker.com

All Balls Racing Products announces a number of new products in their 2006 ATV line. The new additions reportedly include complete differential, crankshaft and A-arm bearing and seal kits, swingarm and linkage bearing repair kits, rear shock bearing repair kits, chain rollers, tie-rod end kits, lower steering head kits, brake drum seals and the new king pin and ball joint kits. For more information, visit www.allballsracing.com

SCOOPED RACING HOOD FOR THE TRX400EX

Maier Manufacturing released their latest addition to their line of aftermarket accessories for ATVs. According to company rep. Jeff Lewis, their new Scooped Racing Hood was designed to increase airflow to the motor and offer a platform for the number plate. He said the Scooped Racing Hood was designed for the 2005-2006 Honda TRX400EX Sportrax models and is available in glossy colors. Lewis added that the installation requires the removal of the stock headlights. For more information, visit www.maier-mfg.com

DMC DELIVERS AFTERBURNER FOR SUZUKI

DMC Exhaust unveiled the new Afterburner Exhaust System for the Suzuki LT-R450, according to a press release. They said the Afterburner Exhaust System is available in both full system and slip-on configurations and matches with the contours of the Suzuki brakelight housing. A quiet version is reportedly available and comes equipped with the DMC S.O.S. (Save Our Sport) Quiet Insert. For more information, visit www.dmc-on-line.com

SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR SUZUKI LT-R450

Elka Suspension released their new front and rear shock absorbers for the 2006 Suzuki LT-R450 ATV model. According to a spokesperson, the front configuration is a triple-rate spring setup over a piggyback reservoir shock absorber. The rear shock absorber is reportedly a dual-rate spring set up with a remote reservoir. The vehicle's ride height is lowered by an average of an inch, giving it a lower center of gravity, making for better turning and more stability, the company reports. For more information, visit www.elkasuspension.com

Summit Sales announced the new Get-N-Go, an ATV accessory designed for solo hunters needing help in cleaning and transporting game. Get-N-Go, is manufactured by Hilleakey and distributed by Summit Sales. Company President Craig Johnson said the Get-N-Go is designed to retrieve game, logs and folds up to secure easily to an ATV for traveling. It is constructed of high-grade steel and features a matte black finish, dual manual-winches and precision balancing to help draw game vertical for cleaning, he notes. For more information, visit www.summitsales.ca