Lasher Motorsports is ready to ROCK this Weekend

This weekend marks the second race of the 2011 Best in the Desert Season. The Lasher Motorsports team will head to Las Vegas, NV to the Aliente Casino for Tech and Contingency tomorrow and then race day Saturday morning just outside of Alamo, NV. This race is a point to point race that will clock just over 300 miles of the scenic Nevada desert.

For those of you that will not be able to make it to the race to watch our help us you can track us online at www.racetheworld.net. We are car number 1924 and should be going off of the line about 7am with the motorcycles and quads.

The draw for starting positions wasn't too favorable for us as we drew a 6th starting position with a couple of the fast guys in front of us. The good news is our Monster Energy Kawasaki is running very well right now and we feel like we are bringing a gun to a knife fight. If all goes according to plan we should be in the front of the pack in no time.

Since the Parker 250 we have made some significant improvements to our car that we fell will give us an advantage over the competition. We've upgraded the motor to a Muzzys 916cc, added Billet King's new Rear brake kit to the car, tuned our clutches with EPI, installed a set of PRP Podium seats, and spent time tuning our XMF long travel kit with our Walker Evans shocks.

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Commander 1000 "Black Box" throttle cutout eliminator now available from Muzzys

The Can-Am Commander's onboard computer is designed to cut the throttle if it senses excessive wheel spin. This can be extremely limiting, especially to competition racers who rely on maximum power delivery whenever they need it. 

Muzzy's Black Box is the answer to this limitation. After installation, you'll never have to worry about the throttle cutting out during power turns or after installing aftermarket performance upgrades. The single plug design makes installation a snap. 

Direct link: Can-Am Commander 1000 "Black Box" throttle cutout eliminator

For more information, please visit www.Muzzys.com



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King Shocks Polaris RZR XP900 kit delivers a whole new level of performance

King Shocks has just completed extensive desert testing of their new performance coilover shock kit for the Polaris  RZR  XP 900. The XP900 is delivered as a long travel machine direct from the factory yet King’s race proven damping performance takes it to a whole new level. King’s Performance series shocks boost wheel travel from 14 to 15.5 inches in the rear and from 13.5 to an incredible 16.5 inches in front. The increased wheel travel, when combined with King’s highly refined damping control, lets you tap every ounce of performance from the RZR and its potent 88 horsepower, 900cc, twin EFI powerplant.

 King Shocks test drivers were amazed by the modified RZR’s ability to devour the roughest terrain at speeds approaching that of many purpose-built racecars. King’s shock kit for the XP900 delivers unparalleled high-speed performance without sacrificing comfort or control at lower speeds. If you want the ultimate performance from your RZR, you need the durability and performance that King Shocks can provide.

For more information, visit King online at: www.kingshocks.com or call 714-530-8701

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Team Jean XMF Polaris RZR Sweeps VORRA Round 2 UTV 800 Division

Folsom, CA – April 17, 2011 -- VORRA did a great job changing up the track for round #2 at Prairie City OHV.  The track was longer with some tight corners, fast straightaway’s with some jumps that used every bit of our suspension and then some.
This round had four 800 UTV’s and six 1000 UTV’s.  We walked the track prior to tech inspection and decided to change our clutch weights in hopes of getting a little more speed to try and keep up with the 1000 cc UTV’s in the straightaways.  Our 2^nd overall qualifying, behind the #418 RZR XP of Keenan Rogerson and just in front of the #1965 Muzzy 999 Teryx of Jon Crowley, proved our adjustments to be the right choice.

The race schedule for this round would consist of three 6 lap moto’s (due to the length of the track).  Moto #1 had two rows of 5 UTV’s with us starting in the middle of the first row.   Our 790cc Holz powered RZR was the quickest of the line but the #418 RZR XP was able to slide underneath us at the end of the long start line.  The balance of the first Moto we trailed the #418 and finished 1^st in the 800’s and 2^nd overall.
The #1965 of Jon Crowley and #1910 of Ricky Leard both crashed out in moto #1, both drivers were fine but their UTV’s will need some work.
Moto #2 had us starting in the 2^nd row due to our moto #1 finish.  By the third corner we had worked our way to 1^st place overall with the #418 hot on our tail.  Unfortunately the #418 was able to pass us in the same spot as the first moto and once again we finished 1^st in the 800’s and 2^nd overall.
Moto #3 was a repeat of the previous 2 moto’s where our  XMF, Sapa, Pape Rentals RZR chased the #418 the entire race only to once again finish 2^nd overall but we did gain a sweep of the under 800cc division.
Next up for the Team Jean RZR is the VORRA Yerington 300 desert race.
Thank you to our sponsors:  XMF (+6 suspension & roll cage), Walker Evans shocks, Sapa Extrusions, Cal Custom Trailers & Power Sports, Pape Rentals, MUZZY Exhaust and Hiper Technology carbon fiber racing wheels.

Final finishing order of the races was:
UTV 1000
Keenan Rogerson – Bakersfield, CA – Polaris RZR XP
Sean Cook – Escalon, CA – Polaris RZR
Bill Hermant – Reno, NV – Polaris RZR XP
Kyle Moorehead – Artic Cat
Jon Crowley – Shingle Springs, CA – Kawasaki Teryx
Rick Leard – Merced, CA – Polaris RZR

UTV 800 -
Dennis Jean – Fairfield, CA – Polaris RZR
Chris Willing – Minden, NV – Polaris RZR
Brendan Cook – Escalon, CA – Polaris RZR
Richard Gildersleeve – Polaris RZR

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New Roof Rack Fits Polaris RZR, RZR S and RZR XP

This new roof rack that is now available from Blingstar for the Polaris RZR series. It fits on the RZR, S and XP.

Features:

• Custom billet mounting brackets with laser cut logo

• 6061 Aircraft grade aluminum

• Carries gas cans, camping gear, tires and more
• Universal platform to allow most light bar applications

• Built in whip mount

• Built in tie down hoops

• No rattling 

• Low enough to fit in most toy haulers

Made in the USA

Price $784.95

Available at www.blingstar.com or 866-412-5464

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Arctic Cat Celebrates the Brand’s 50th Anniversary Thief River Falls, Mn – Home of Arctic Cat

Thief River Falls, Minn. (April 27th, 2011) – Arctic Cat will celebrate the brand’s 50th Anniversary as thousands of loyal Arctic Cat enthusiasts converge upon Thief River Falls, Mn on July 29th and 30th. The celebration will be open to the public and all events are free.

Arctic Cat’s 50th marks a major milestone which began in 1961 when Edgar Hetteen founded Polar Manufacturing in Thief River Falls. There he began producing snowmobiles that reflected his dreams. One year later he changed the company name to Arctic Cat, and began a series of innovations that transformed hulking snow “machines” into small, playful snowmobiles.

Arctic Cat has two days of non-stop activities planned with the central location sharing space between the Pennington County Fairgrounds and the Ralph Engelstad Arenas. Highlights will include factory tours on Friday and Saturday, the world’s largest Arctic Cat product display called “Years of the Cat” which will be open to all Arctic Cat – related products regardless of model or year, an Arctic Cat-only swap meet, ATV and UTV demo tracks, special 50th Anniversary clothing and memorabilia will be sold, autograph sessions with Team Arctic heroes, race truck displays and several events for kids, plus music, food and much more.

Hotels are already filling up quickly so make your reservation now. For a listing of local lodging and camping opportunities in Thief River Falls, please log on to Visit Thief River Falls. For other nearby areas: Welcome to VisitCrookston.com | The official site for the Crookston Chamber of Commerce and The Convention & Visitor's Bureau | Crookston, Minnesota, www.visitgrandforks.com and Shooting Star Coaches.

If you are interested in the swap meet or showcasing product in the “Years of the Cat” display, please contact Joel Hallstrom at jhallstrom@arcticcatinc.com.

About Arctic Cat
Arctic Cat Inc., based in Thief River Falls, Minn., designs, engineers, manufactures and markets all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and snowmobiles under the Arctic Cat® brand name, as well as related parts, garments and accessories. Its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ National Market under the ticker symbol “ACAT.” More information about Arctic Cat and its products is available on the Internet at www.arcticcat.com.

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More Than 225 Signed Up for Best in the Desert’s Bilek Racing SILVER STATE “300”

Las Vegas, Nevada – Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Casey Folks announced today that more than 225 racers have already signed up to challenge the Bilek Racing Silver State “300”. This record setting entry is featuring some big numbers in several classes. Two of the fastest classes have 61 entries: 24 800+ Horsepower Trick Trucks, 27 Class 1500 unlimited buggies and an incredible 35 Class 4400 Ultra 4 rigs.
Who’s racing? The fastest, most prestigious list of racing names in off-road competition! The Trick Trucks include names like defending class champ B.J. Baldwin, Parker 425 winner Jesse Jones, Chad Ragland, Greg Nunley, Ed Stout, Adam Householder, John Swift, Steve Olliges, Shawn & Steve Croll, Jason Voss, Steve Sourapas, Rick Geiser, Ron Whitton, Marc Ewing, Rick D. Johnson, Jerry Zaiden, Mark & Gary Weyhrich, Scott Whipple. Class 1500 features names like Chris Kemp, Chuck Hovey, Sam Berri, Todd Jergensen, Shannon Campbell, Steve Appleton, Mike Childress, Mike Bilek, Pat Dean, T.J. Flores.
This race also features the largest field of Class 4400 Ultra 4 racers to ever enter a Best in the Desert event. Ultra 4 racers from across the United States and Canada are coming to Las Vegas to take on the challenging Silver State “300” course as they attempt to qualify for the 2012 “King of the Hammers” event.
The Silver State “300” course starts at an elevation of 3500 feet and climbs as high as 7400 feet as it winds its way across some of the roughest and most beautiful terrain eastern Nevada has to offer. Many races have stated that it is this extremely challenging course and perfect time of year that has made this race so attractive to them and their competitors.
Folks was quoted, “As I have always said, there is no race like a Best in the Desert event. At last year’s Bilek Racing Silver State “300” only 94 seconds separated the winner and 2nd place; and just 7 minutes was the gap between the top 7 finishers. With this many extremely fast and professional racers signed up - the 2011 Bilek Silver State 300 will be one for the record books. Plus with temperatures in the low 60s and partly cloudy predicted for race day - it’s going to be another great race!”
Time Trials for Classes 1400 and 1500 along with a shot at the Team Ford “Pole Award” will be held Thursday, April 27th. The qualifying order will be announced and the $1000 Pole Award will be presented 7 PM Thursday evening at Camacho’s Cantina inside the Aliante Station Hotel & Casino.
Registration, Tech Inspection and Contingency will be held on Friday, April 29, at the Aliante Station Hotel & Casino in North Las Vegas, and the race will take place on Saturday, April 30! The start line is in Alamo, Nevada and the finish line will be about 20 miles south of the Alamo area. The race is a single loop consisting 303 miles. Remember, life is short, you need to live your life to the fullest each day and grasp all of the excitement and the challenges live has to offer. Don’t miss out racing and experiencing a great course and seeing what this part of Nevada has to offer.

Starting order for class 1900 UTVs:

1. 1920 Lansky
2. 1913 Hand
3. 1904 Sappington 
4. 1919 Schueler 
5. 1932 Parks 
6. 1924 Lasher 
7. 1905 Palhegyi 
8. 1915 Raber 
9. 1917 Murray 
10. 1911 Martinez
11. 1935 Head 
12. 1930 Cook 
13. 1931 Kohrell
14. 1943 Reynolds 

The Best in the Desert website can be found at: www.bitd.com.
Best In The Desert official sponsors: Ford Motor Company – official truck, General Tire – official tire, Lucas Oil – official oil, VP Racing Fuels – official fuel, KC HiLiTES – official light, John Deere – official UTV, KTM – official motorcycle, Fabtech - Official Suspension, Fall Advertising, Prerunner Maniac, McKenzies, PCI Race Radios, Azunia Tequila, and Sportsman Cycle Sales.

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CYCLE GEAR DONATES TO KEEP TRAILS OPEN IN 2011

BENICIA, CA (April 65) - Cycle Gear, the country's largest retailer of motorcycle apparel and accessories, pledges $10,000 to the BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) in support of the organization's efforts to ensure continued access to public lands.
The donation highlights Cycle Gear's total fiscal commitment to BRC via its Trail Access Fund of matching funds for 2011. This is the 9th year in a row in which Cycle Gear matches (dollar for dollar, up to $10,000 per annum) club and rider donations to the Fund.
Dave Bertram, ISDE gold medalist and CEO of Cycle Gear, states, "Trail riders continue to face land closures and access restrictions on a daily basis. Cycle Gear is proud of this grant program that supports BRC's efforts to successfully champion our rights to access public lands on dirt-bikes and ATVs."
"Today, the OHV community faces an endless parade of frivolous eco-lawsuits, cancelled motorcycle events and closure of historic single-track trails. The off-road business community must continue support access groups that fight to protect our rights to enjoy public lands." Bertram said.
Don Amador, Western Representative for the BlueRibbon Coalition, said, "BRC would not be able to continue its work if it was not for generous donations such as this commitment from Cycle Gear. This support is greatly appreciated as it will help fund our land-use efforts in 2011."

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The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national recreation group that champions responsible recreation, and encourages individual environmental stewardship. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education, and collaboration among recreationists. 1-800-BlueRib - www.sharetrails.org
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Polaris RANGER RZRs One, Two, Three at Cahuilla Creek WORCS Race

Minneapolis, April 26, 2011– Polaris RANGER RZR’s had another clean sweep of the top three positions in the Side-by-Side Class 1, at the Cahuilla Creek WORCS race this past weekend, in Anza, Calif.

National Guard Polaris Coastal DragonFire Yokley Racing Team Driver William Yokley finished second and continues to lead the points for the class. First place went to Beau Baron and third to Ryan Piplic, both also racing RANGER RZR XP 900′s. National Guard Polaris Coastal Yokley Racing Team Driver Scott Kiger had to miss the race due to emergency surgery.

Next race for Yokley will be the GNCC race, in Gosport, Indiana, on May 14-15.

About Polaris
With annual 2010 sales of $1.99 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), the Polaris RANGER® Side x Sides, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use and has recently introduced a new on-road electric powered neighborhood vehicle.

Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are rapidly making impressive in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.

Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII,” and the Company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.

More Photos: Cahuilla Creek WORCS Race

Photo Credit: Joey DiGiovanni for UTVUnderground.com

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Yokley's Cahuilla Creek WORCS Side by Side & ATV Race Report

Anza, California, April 23-24, 2011

National Guard Polaris Coastal DragonFire Yokley Racing Team driver William Yokley finished 2nd in the Side by Side 1 Class in Round 4 of the 2011 WORCS Series. National Guard Coastal Yokley Racing ATV Team rider Jarrod McClure finished 5th in the Pro ATV Class.

Summary – Side by Side Race

The National Guard Coastal Yokley Racing team arrived in California two days before this WORCS race to do some testing and get used to the terrain. Team Side by Side driver Scott Kiger unfortunately was not able to make the trip. He underwent an emergency appendectomy on Thursday, and is recovering back in West Virginia. The team did the finishing touches on the machines and headed to Cahuilla Creek MX Park in Anza. The course was very fast with a few technical sections including a Pro section featuring huge rocks that had to be ridden over. A pro-style motocross course was also utilized.

William Yokley got a 5th place start in the 45 minute Side by Side Class 1 race. There were 15 in the class, and he passed 2 competitors in the motocross section on the opening lap. He caught up to leader Beau Baron and settled into a good pace. The track crew heavily watered sections of the course, so if you followed too closely, the mud roost was pretty heavy.

Yokley made a charge on the 4th and final lap, but came up just short, and settled for 2nd place. Congratulations to Beau Baron for the victory. Polaris RZR XP’s swept the podium, so it was a great day for these new machines! Yokley maintains his WORCS series points lead, and now focuses on his next Side by Side race at the Indy 100 GNCC event in Gosport Indiana on May 14.

Summary – Pro ATV Race

The National Guard Coastal Yokley Racing ATV Team Rider Jarrod McClure is getting more comfortable competing in this series with every race. Actually, Jarrod is the only east coast racer competing full time in the WORCS series. Jarrod got a 6th place start at the beginning of the 90 minute Pro ATV race. The start area was concrete with a starting gate.

Jarrod worked his way up to 5th position, and was challenging for 4th when he stalled his machine in the Pro rock section on the last lap. He did catch up, but finished in 5th for the day. Jarrod sits tied for 6th in the WORCS season points. His next race is the Loretta Lynn’s GNCC in Hurricane Mills TN on April 30.

Yokley Racing Team Sponsors

The Army National Guard, Polaris Industries, Coastal Racing, DragonFire Racing, Kenda Tires, Monavie, EXIT Suspension, Roll Design, XC Bobs.com, Douglas Wheel Technology, HMF Exhaust Systems, Moto Pro Training, SHIFT Riding Gear, Tsubaki Chains, IMS/Roll, CV4 Hoses, ATVRiders.com, Tireballs, Precision Racing Products, G-4 Graphics, SCOTT USA Goggles, IMS, Hygh Octane Designs, Bowers Motorsports, TanTerra Wines, Tusk Off-Road, Baldwin Motorsports, K&N Filters, RPM Axles, KG Clutches and PowerMadd.

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RECREATION GROUPS SEEK TO ENTER COLORADO TRAIL LAWSUIT

DENVER, CO (April 25) - A coalition of recreational access groups recently filed papers to join a lawsuit challenging motorized vehicle access to the Pike and San Isabel National Forests in south central Colorado. The Colorado Off-Highway Vehicle Coalition (COHVCO), Trails Preservation Alliance (TPA), and BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) moved on April 21st to intervene as parties in the case, which was brought by preservationist interests led by The Wilderness Society. The suit claims that the Forest Service illegally authorized motorized travel to at least some trails in the Forests.
This lawsuit comes in the broader context of travel planning throughout the National Forest System. In 2005, the agency promulgated a nationwide rule requiring designation of roads, trails and areas for motorized access. The resulting agency decisions have spawned lawsuits in Montana, California, Idaho, Oregon, North Carolina and elsewhere. Trail-based recreation interests have frequently participated in those actions.
"Our groups have long championed effective recreation management," said John Bongiovanni, a COHVCO Director. "We are far from satisfied with the outcomes on these Forests. It is the motorized recreation community who apparently shoulders the burden of defending trails long used by all. It is essential our role continue when preservationists move the dialogue behind courtroom doors," Bongiovanni concluded.

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COHVCO is a nonprofit organization whose member enthusiasts, organizations and businesses collectively comprise over 200,000 Coloradoans and regular visitors to Colorado and other western states who contribute millions of dollars and thousands of hours annually to off-highway vehicle recreation through registration fees, retail expenditure, project participation and related support. www.cohvco.org

The Trails Preservation Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the sport of motorized trail riding, educating all user groups and the public on the value of sharing public lands for multiuse recreation, while protecting public lands for future generations. www.coloradotpa.org

The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national recreation group that champions responsible recreation, and encourages individual environmental stewardship. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education, and collaboration among recreationists. 1-800-BlueRib - www.sharetrails.org

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Polaris to Acquire Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM)

MINNEAPOLIS (April 25, 2011) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced an agreement to acquire Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM), a wholly owned Fargo, N.D. based subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC and manufacturer of premium electric-powered vehicles. GEM is the recognized leader within the low-speed vehicle market, with a well-respected brand and approximately $30 million in sales during the 2010 calendar year. Since the company was established in 1998, they have placed over 45,000 electric-powered vehicles on the road worldwide. GEM has developed business-to-business sales expertise within the fleet and government vehicle markets, and has created a competitive advantage with core competencies in make-to-order vehicle fulfillment and mobile service support.
“GEM provides Polaris with an established position in the low-emission small vehicle market and supports Polaris’ strategy of penetrating on-road market segments poised for growth,” said Scott Wine, Polaris chief executive officer. “We are excited about the outlook for growth within this market space, and are looking forward to developing even stronger growth prospects for the GEM business.”
“Our vision is to accelerate profitable sales growth for GEM, by combining Polaris’ strength in new product innovation with the most-recognized brand in the low speed vehicle market space,” said Mike Jonikas, Vice President of the On-Road Vehicle Division. “These new product efforts for GEM will be supported by an expanded distribution presence within select domestic and international markets.”
The agreement to acquire GEM will officially close within the next 60 days once Polaris secures the required state sales certifications to sell GEM products. During this interim period, since Polaris will not yet have officially acquired GEM, operations will proceed as usual and Polaris will continue to learn and understand the GEM business through information exchange. Following this interim period, Polaris will be in a position to outline specific plans for the GEM business.

About Polaris
With annual 2010 sales of $1.991 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® Side X Side vehicles, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use and has recently introduced a new on-road electric powered neighborhood vehicle.
Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are making in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 stock price index.
Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.

About Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM)
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC, Chrysler Group Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM) is the market leader in the low-speed, Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) industry and has more than 45,000 GEM battery-electric vehicles on the road worldwide. GEM cars are used by local, state and national government agencies, resorts, master-planned communities, universities, medical and corporate campuses, as well as by sports teams, taxi-shuttle services and individual consumers.
The six GEM passenger and utility models are legal on most streets with posted speeds of 35 mph or less and have many of the same features of regular cars, but are much more economical in price and fuel consumption. GEM cars are eligible for incentives and tax credits from clean-air districts and other governmental agencies.
To date, GEM cars have driven more than 450 million emission-free miles and have saved more than 20 million gallons of gasoline. They also have prevented more than 190 tons of pollutants from reaching the air.

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POLARIS 900 RZR XP REAR TOW HOOK

 

The High Lifter Signature Series Rear Tow Hook for the 2011 Polaris 900 RZR XP is powder coated red to match the factory finish of your UTV. With its rugged design and simple bolt-on application using factory hardware, the Rear Tow Hook replaces the thin factory plate and provides a heavy duty tow loop for towing needs.

The Rear Tow Hook plate is 1/4" and has a 3/8" welded open tow loop design that allows you to attach almost any strap or hook to your RZR.

Direct link: POLARIS 900 RZR XP REAR TOW HOOK

About High Lifter
High Lifter Products, Inc. has been developing and marketing unique, after-market accessories for utility, 4-wheel drive ATVs, UTVs, and RUVs since 1996. In this short time, the company has grown from a one-man, backyard hobby into a 35 employee, multi-million dollar corporation.

Business operations are carried out at our 28,000 square foot location in Shreveport, Louisiana. This building includes a retail showroom, a performance shop, executive offices, and is surrounded by 3 large warehouses. We also operate through our main website, www.highlifter.com, which is visited by millions of unique visitors per month, and includes a full product catalog, a chat room and forum, games, an online ATV magazine, and many, many more informative and entertaining features.

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Yamaha's Legal Engine Has Kept Its Rhino Off-Road Vehicle Going

Yamaha Rhino

WASHINGTON -- Three years ago, Yamaha Motor Co. faced a grave threat to one of its most popular U.S. products, the Rhino off-road vehicle. Regulators were questioning the Rhino design's safety, and lawsuits were piling up from people who said the vehicle was prone to potentially deadly rollover accidents.
Today, sales have declined but the storm appears to largely be over. The company has successfully employed a two-pronged strategy -- playing tough with plaintiffs' lawyers in court and tender with regulators. It has also settled more than 100 suits, according to a court document.
A Yamaha spokesman said the economy has hurt off-road vehicle sales but it is starting to see an improvement, including for the Rhino.
The Rhino situation underscores the difficult choices companies must make when their products come under fire from regulators and plaintiffs lawyers. Yamaha says that even though it made product changes to appease regulators, it stands by the original design, and it is appealing a $317,000 judgment in May 2010 in Gwinnett County, Ga., the only trial verdict it has lost.
Yamaha's legal strategy in the cases it has chosen to fight is one that some companies are reluctant to pursue: blaming customers for engaging in unsafe behavior. In one trial last month in Warren County, Ohio, jurors felt the death of a 10-year-old girl was due in part to her failure to wear a helmet, and they declined to award damages to her parents. Their decision to refuse damages came even though most jurors answered "yes" when asked if the Rhino was defective in its design or in the way Yamaha warned riders about hazards or described its capabilities.
Yamaha has deflected much of the heat from regulators by modifying the Rhino's design. To help reduce the chance of rollover, it installed a spacer on the rear wheels and removed a rear anti-sway bar. It installed half doors and passenger handholds on Rhinos that didn't already have them, to help keep occupants' arms and legs inside during a rollover.
As part of a March 2009 agreement with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Yamaha offered to make the changes on Rhinos already on the market, an action regulators said covered 145,000 vehicles. The CPSC is pursuing still tougher standards for the Rhino and other similar vehicles, known as recreational off-road vehicles, or ROVs.
Meanwhile, Yamaha has scored a string of victories in the cases involving Rhino accidents that have gone to trial. Yamaha has won or avoided paying damages in eight of nine product liability lawsuits taken to trial and resolved as recently as this month -- a track record it says has helped to persuade plaintiffs in at least 200 other suits to withdraw their cases and claims.

Read the full article at: Yamaha's Legal Engine Has Kept Its Rhino Off-Road Vehicle Going

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WORCS Round 4 Side x Side Race Results

Thanks to Joey from www.UTVUnderground.com for these results.  Be sure to check out his site soon for all the pictures from today's WORCS Side x Side Race at Cahuilla Creek.

Congratulations to Beau Baron who won class 1 and overall in a nearly stock Polaris RZR XP.


Class 1 (up to 1000cc):

1. Beau Baron - Polaris
2. William Yokley - Polaris
3. Ryan Piplic - Polaris
4. Mark Holz - Can-Am
5. Randy Anderson - Polaris
6. Keenan Rogerson - Polaris
7. Nick Nelson - Polaris
8. Martin Phillip - Polaris
9. John Schaffer - Polaris
10. Chad Coole - Polaris
11. Tyler Winbury - Kawasaki
12. Brandon Altmann - Can-Am
13. D.J. Noerr - Yamaha
14. RJ Anderson - Polaris
15. Monty Aldrich - Can-Am

Class 2 (up to 850cc):

1. Nolan Remlinger - Kawasaki
2. Todd Seaver - Polaris
3. Joe Swartz - Polaris
4. Jacob Shaw - Kawasaki
5. Jake Greco - Polaris
6. Scott Santellan - Yamaha
7. Mark Parrillo - Polaris
8. Matt White - Kawasaki
9. Lamar Ortega - Kawasaki
10. Mark Blakley - Polaris
11. David Miller - Polaris
12. Danny Wold - Polaris
13. David Troxcil - Kawasaki
14. Michelle Thau - Polaris

Class 3 (up to 705cc):

1. Jeremiah Staggs - Yamaha
2. Greg Row - Yamaha
3. David Lytle - Yamaha
4. Jeff Stambaugh - Yamaha
5. Daniel Fernandez - Yamaha
6. Kayla Smith - Yamaha
7. Larry Carraher - Yamaha
8. Michael Gonzales - Yamaha
9. Eddie Miller - Yamaha

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New Polaris RZR900 DUAL Exhaust Full Race System

Two Brothers Racing, the leader in American-made and engineered performance exhaust systems, announces the release of their 2011 Polaris RZR900XP Dual M7 Full Exhaust Race System.
This all new dual system is 5 lbs lighter than stock and the performance gains are remarkable! They can be seen and felt in every part of the powerband. We are sure that when you pull this exhaust system out of the box, install it on your UTV, and feel the performance you will agree that it is The Absolute Top Level™.
Through extensive testing and racing developments we have produced a winning combination of Top Level Performance with our new RZR Dual M-7 Exhaust System.
Two Brothers Racing’s new RZR900 systems feature the same high-quality components, materials, design and construction you’ve come to expect from the Absolute Top Level supplier. Get up close and personal with these new systems at your local TBR Dealer, log into www. twobros.com or call 800.211.2767

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Celebrating 30 Years of Team Green

Dreams, Sacrifice, and Success: Celebrating 30 Years of Team Green
What started out 30 years ago as an idea written on a napkin has grown into the most successful amateur race support program in the world. In 1981, Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. created the Team Green™ program to support Kawasaki racers at major amateur motocross events across the nation. Starting out as a couple of Kawasaki technicians in a van who traveled to races helping a few mini-cycle racers, the program has matured into a multi-million dollar program that has revolutionized the racing world. Proud to celebrate its 30 year anniversary, Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Green continues its ongoing tradition of developing amateur motocross racers into today’s top professionals.
The Foundation is Set
In 1981 the Team Green program was put into motion and captained by its first team manager, Dave Jordan. It is his vision that still remains the heart and soul of Kawasaki Team Green. The program’s structure was similar to a baseball minor league farm team in order to groom future champions. It was also geared to help the people who needed it most - not the pros - but the racers who had to put up every dime out of their pocket to go racing. The bottom line was, and still is, that being a Kawasaki owner is like being part of a bigger picture; a family of fellow owners, riders, dealers and technicians spread across the country. Jordan’s goal was to make winning on a Kawasaki motorcycle something that everyone wanted to be a part of by creating a tangible sense of community.
“If we learned one thing in those early years, it was to never put pressure on an amateur racer,” said Jordan. “Just pat them on the back and tell them to have a good time. If we gave them good support and good equipment, they’d win.”
The Wheels Set in Motion
Jordan began growing Team Green by recruiting a talented roster of young riders like Billy Liles, Keith Turpin, Kyle Lewis, Scott Brown, Kyle Landrum, Hank Moree, and the Coombs brothers. By 1982 the team had already proven itself as the dominant force in American motocross racing, winning nearly fifty percent of the classes they entered in the Ponca City NMA Grand National Championships. Jordan also expanded the program to include a new enduro support program.
Branching Out
Team Green’s successful program continued to draw in more and more members from around the nation as the program continued to evolve. In 1983, the family continued to expand its horizons with the addition of Chris and Jimmy White and the three-wheel ATV support program. The new addition to Team Green was introduced with the inception of Kawasaki’s KXT250 Tecate® ATV. The same year Bruce Stjernstrom was named Dave Jordan’s successor.
Girl Power
By 1985, Team Green’s amateur motocross racing program was running wide open competing regularly in Ponca City, the Mini Olympics, Lake Whitney GNC, World Mini, and Loretta Lynn’s. Mercedes Gonzalez was added to the roster of Team Green’s finest, marking the team’s expansion into women’s motocross. More successful women motocross racers would soon follow including Jessica Patterson, Dee Ann Wood, Christy Sealy, and Elizabeth Bash. Girls like Kelly Yancey and Heidi Landon were also brought on-board and rounded-off the team competing in the off-road and ATV disciplines.
The Big Leagues
Team Green continued expanding throughout the motorcycle world, and by 1986 its amateur racers had already gained a reputation, proving themselves many times over. Some of the industry’s most colorful riders were already part of the amateur roster including Jeff Emig, Jeremy McGrath, and Brian Deegan. Team Green was proving to be quite good at graduating amateur riders to the pro-ranks. As a result, a new branch of Team Green would develop, the Team Green Pro Support program, which assisted amateur riders who were transitioning into the pro ranks. The first Team Green pro support riders who blasted their way to the top ranks were Ronnie Tichenor, Donny Schmit, Rodney Barr, and Tyson Vohland.
Supercharged
With Mark Johnson taking over as Team Green Manager in 1987, and the addition of an off-road rider named Larry Roeseler, the Team Green off-road program was instantly supercharged, marking the beginning of their domination in Baja and other off-road races around the world. In their first attempt, Roeseler and teammate Ted Hunnicutt captured Kawasaki’s first victory in Baja, the start of many to come. The program would see many successful off-road racers like Ty Davis, Danny LaPorte, Marty Smith, and Danny Hamel. By 1993, the off-road team had won nine-straight Baja 1000 victories and dominated most of the races they attended.
Star-Studded Roster
As Team Green continued to grow, so did the roster of racers who would later set the bar for the entire motocross industry. In 1994, Ron Heben was hired as the amateur motocross supervisor, a position in which he immediately excelled. He was considered the primary mentor for Kevin Windham, Ricky Carmichael, and James Stewart.
Expansion Team
By 1996, Heben was moved up to Team Green manager and Reid Nordin was hired from Kawasaki Research and Development to become the off-road supervisor. The team continued stacking up wins with Jimmy Gladis and Jeromy Buehl dominating the top-two spots in that year’s Arenacross championship. Team Green also got an upgrade with the addition of the very first state-of-the-art 18-wheeled transporter for the amateur ranks. By 1997, Team Green was proving to be an unstoppable force. Between riders Ty Davis and Jeff Emig, Kawasaki garnered eight AMA Pro national championship titles, AMA Pro Athlete of the Year, Motocross Manufacturer of the Year, and AMA Horizon and Rookie of the Year. Davis nailed the AMA National Hare & Hound and Western 4-stroke National Championships, while Emig walked away with the AMA 250cc Supercross and 250cc Motocross National Championships. The Heben era lasted until 2001, at which point Nordin took over as Team Green manager.
Building Champions for Decades
More riders have been groomed for the professional ranks by Kawasaki’s Team Green staff than any other organization. Through the 90’s and the new millennium, talented riders have continued to join the team and put Kawasaki bikes on the podium. Riders like Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, Jeff Emig, James Stewart, Kevin Windham, Ivan Tedesco, and Tim Ferry are Team Green graduates who have raised the bar. Our current team is constantly working to set the bar higher every day. Riders like Ryan Villopoto, Justin Soule, Blake Baggett, and Dean Wilson are the more recent Team Green graduates who are a testament to the continued success of the program.
Measure of Success
The enormous success of Team Green can be measured on many levels. From a sales standpoint, Team Green has been a huge success. It’s nearly impossible to go to any amateur motocross race and not find green bikes dominating the lineup. With an unmatched contingency program and track-side support, serious racers are always looking to go green. If success is measured by national, regional, and local race wins, then Team Green has been an enormous success. Team Green has won more amateur titles and groomed more of today’s top professionals than any other amateur motorcycle race program in history. For Team Green, the most important measure of success is, and always has been, in its ability to put smiles on young faces and help them realize their dreams.
30 Years and Counting…
After 30 successful years, Team Green continues to develop champions and engender the team spirit to anyone on a Kawasaki product. Originally developed to help Kawasaki grow, the Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Green program has evolved to do so much more by transforming the racing world into what it is today.
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Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing Brings Home Trophies, Adds New Rider

SHREVEPORT, LA -- April, 2011 - Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing has come out fighting in 2011 with complete domination in the RUV class, taking two top podium spots and one third podium in the first races of the season. The first stop of the CMR Series at Southern Ridge ATV Park in Dozier, Alabama saw Brian Haughton dominate the RUV class as he rode to first place on a 2011 Polaris RANGER RZR XP 900. Haughton, who wears the #50 jersey, also piloted the same RANGER RZR XP 900 during the 2011 High Lifter ATV Mud Nationals, the Granddaddy of all mud racing events, held at Mud Creek Offroad Park in Jacksonville, Texas. The No. 50 jersey placed first in the RUV class of the Polaris Mudda-Cross and third in the RUV class in the Can-Am/BRP Mud Bog. Haughton drove a 2009 Polaris Sportsman 550 to an exciting third-place finish in the bogger class of the Polaris Mudda-Cross. This year marks Haughton’s second year on Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing.

In addition to the recent wins, Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing has added Josh Monroe to its ranks. Hailing from Wylie, Texas, Monroe will wear the #22 jersey. Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing – including Haughton and Wylie – will race in Canton, Texas on April 30.

About High Lifter Products

High Lifter Products, Inc. has been leading the industry in the development and marketing of unique, after-market accessories for UTVs and ATVs since 1996. Originally a one-man, hobby, High Lifter has since grown into a multi-million dollar corporation, operating a 27,700 square foot facility housing a retail showroom, warehouse, and performance shop. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana High Lifter has earned a reputation for product development and collaborations with several OEMs that greatly enhance utility and performance for customers in the ATV market.

High Lifter is well known within its niche market for the creation of the largest outdoor, mud-riding venue in the country. High Lifter plays host to tens of thousands of ATV riders from all over the globe each year at its annual Mud Nationals event in Jacksonville, Texas.

High Lifter fans and customers know where to go for the best information, products and value. A comprehensive product catalog can be found at the company website, www.highlifter.com where visitors can also get the latest information, browse photo galleries, and participate in High Lifter’s popular online forum.

About Polaris

With annual 2010 sales of $1.99 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), the Polaris RANGER® Side x Sides, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use and has recently introduced a new on-road electric powered neighborhood vehicle.

Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are rapidly making impressive in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.

Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII,” and the Company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.

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Off-roaders power Polaris results; shares hit new high

Source: Reuters Off-roaders power Polaris results; shares hit new high

April 20 (Reuters) - Increased spending by Americans on rugged off-road vehicles used in farms and thrill-seeking sports helped Polaris Industries Inc report its highest ever first-quarter profit and raise its outlook for the year.

The strong results pushed shares of the company up as much as 27 percent to a new life-time high. The broader Dow Jones U.S. Recreational Products Index rose 9 percent, while shares of rival Arctic Cat Inc were up 8 percent.

Polaris, which is also known for its snowmobiles and heavyweight motorcycles, attributed the performance to strong pricing that boosted gross margins and a 55 percent jump in sales of its off-road vehicles.

Off-road vehicles, which comprise all-terrain and side-by-side vehicles, are used in recreational activities as well as on farms and construction sites. They account for about 70 percent of Polaris' total revenue.

"The side-by-side segment is doing well ... better than the traditional ATV segment. On top of that, Polaris is the leading player in that segment," Longbow Research analyst James Hardiman said.

Side-by-side vehicles, also known as utility task vehicles, are off-road, four-wheel drive vehicles that can carry up to six passengers in addition to cargo.

"It is an improving economy. People are a little bit more willing to put their discretionary dollars to work," Hardiman said.

The U.S. agricultural economy is the healthiest in years as rising farm income allows farmers to pay off debt and buy land and machinery to meet booming demand for crops and livestock.

For 2011, Polaris expects earnings of $5.53-$5.68 a share, up from its prior view of $4.65-$4.85 a share. It expects gross margins to increase by up to 90 basis points over last year's 26.6 percent. 

ON A BIKING TRIP

Separately, Polaris said it acquired North Carolina-based heavy motorcycle maker Indian Motorcycle from U.K private equity firms Stellican Limited and Novator Partners LLP.

The deal will boost Polaris' presence in the heavyweight motorcycle market, where its Victory brand motorcycles are a distant rival of Harley-Davidson .

"We will gain access to what we call the die-hard segment where riders look for classic styling and iconic brands. This deal more than doubles the scope of our target market," Chief Executive Scott Wine said on a conference call with analysts.

The on-road vehicle segment currently accounts for about 4 percent of Polaris' total revenue.

Polaris competes with the likes of Yamaha Motor Co , Honda Motor Co , Suzuki Motor Corp , Bombardier Recreational Products and Deere & Co in various segments.

Shares of the company were up 25 percent at $114 in heavy trade, making the stock the biggest gainer on the New York Stock Exchange.

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Yokley Racing attends Thunder over Louisville

The National Guard Polaris Coastal Drilling Yokley Racing Team hauler traveled to Louisville Kentucky for the annual Thunder over Louisville on April 16. This one day event features the largest annual fireworks show in the country, kicking off the festivities leading up to the KY Derby on the first Saturday in May. Unusually volatile spring weather in the region made less than perfect weather conditions for the event. Intermittent rain, cool temps and windy conditions kept the attendance less than normal.

However, 300,000 people attended and witnessed a great air show featuring 90 military and other aircraft, including the latest $150 million F-22 Raptor fighter jet. 58,000 shells were exploded for the grand finale 30 minute fireworks display. The 85 foot Polaris Coastal hauler and Polaris RZR XP race machines were the showcase display in the National Guard space. The hauler provided a great place for the National Guard recruiters to get out of the cold, wet conditions and talk to interested potential recruits. National Guard Team racers William Yokley and Jarrod McClure worked the display all day to interact with the crowd.

The display area was located on the Louisville riverfront's Great Lawn, and featured presentations by all branches of the military, UPS, Ford Motor Co, Meiers, McDonalds Corp and many other companies. The static display of the Army Apache attack helicopter is always a crowd favorite.

The National Guard Polaris Coastal Yokley Racing Team headed to California the next morning for the next race in Anza California on April 23. Attached are a few photos taken early Saturday morning before the scheduled opening as the team was setting up their display. A big thanks goes out to all our sponsors who enable us to participate in these type events! See you at the races.

Yokley Racing Team Sponsors

The Army National Guard, Polaris Industries, Coastal Racing, DragonFire Racing, Kenda Tires, Monavie, EXIT Suspension, Roll Design, XC Bobs.com, Douglas Wheel Technology, HMF Exhaust Systems, Moto Pro Training, SHIFT Riding Gear, Tsubaki Chains, IMS/Roll, CV4 Hoses, ATVRiders.com, Tireballs, Precision Racing Products, G-4 Graphics, SCOTT USA Goggles, IMS, Hygh Octane Designs, Bowers Motorsports, TanTerra Wines, Tusk Off-Road, Baldwin Motorsports, K&N Filters, RPM Axles, KG Clutches and PowerMadd.

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WORCS Round 4 UTV Contingency Package Cahuilla Creek Offered by UTVUnderground.com

Valley Center, CA 4/20/11 - UTVUnderground.com has partnered with sponsors DWT Racing, Muzzys Performance, RZRWraps.Net, Magnum Offroad, and SideBySideStuff.com to offer a one of kind race contingency prize package to top finishers at the WORCS round 4 race at Cahuilla Creek MX Park in Anza, CA this Saturday.

UTVUnderground.com will be in attendance this weekend to cover the UTV race through story, photo, and video. Make sure to log on Monday morning to see all the photos and stories from this weekends WORCS race in Anza, CA.

Because WORCS has given us approval to make this an official contingency for this race we will be opening it up to ANY UTV Racer who is running UTVUnderground.com stickers on their race UTV at the Round 4 Cahuilla Creek Race in Anza, CA.

For those who do not have stickers we will be in the pits hours prior to the event. We will have our UTVUnderground.com Polaris RZR4 with custom UTVUG graphics and possibly our UTVUnderground flag. We will try to find all of the potential UTV racers there.

You may email joeyd@utvunderground.com to make arrangements to meet at the track to receive stickers and or leave stickers somewhere in the pits for you!!!

To Qualify for this contingency you MUST have UTVUnderground.com stickers on each side of your car in a visible location. We will be selecting the winners based on finishing order for each UTV class. We may ask for photo proof that you have UTVUG stickers on your car when claiming your prize from UTVUnderground.com when official results have been announced!

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1st Place Overall UTVUnderground Racer:

• 1 Full Set of MOAPA Tires in the Size of your choice from - DWT Racing (racer responsible for shipping costs)
• $100.00 Gift Certificate from - Muzzys Performance
• $100.00 Gift Certificate from - RZRWraps.Net

 1st Place Class 2 UTVUnderground Racer:

• $200 Gift Certificate from - Muzzys Performance
• $100.00 Gift Certificate from - RZRWraps.Net

1st Place Class 3 UTVUnderground Racer:

• 1 FREE Pair of SCOTT Recoil MX Goggles From - SideBySideStuff.com

LAST PLACE Overall UTVUnderground Racer:

• 1 Special PRIZE from Magnum Offroad (to be announced on Monday April 25th or when official results have been released on UTVUnderground.com)

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BFGoodrich Tires Gives Enthusiasts the Power with its 2011 Outstanding Trails Program

- Fans can support their favorite off-road trail and club by voting online for first time ever at bfgoodrichtrails2011.outdoorhub.com -
 
MOAB, Utah (April 21, 2011) – The off-road power is in the hands of the people with BFGoodrich® Tires’ 2011 Outstanding Trails program. Three trails will be selected in 2011 –BFGoodrich Tires, in conjunction with Tread Lightly! ® and United Four Wheel Drive Associations (UFWDA), have chosen the Interlake Trail 19 located in Lynnville, Ind., and Morrison Jeep Trail in Shoshone National Forest, Wyo., to be 2011 Outstanding Trails -- and now, for the first time ever, off-road enthusiasts will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite BFGoodrich-nominated off-road trail to be the third.
Fans in the off-road community can vote at bfgoodrichtrails2011.outdoorhub.com. The winning trail will receive a $4,000 grant on behalf of BFGoodrich Tires for trail conservation and maintenance efforts. The four trails up for vote are:
• Golden Spike Trail in Moab, Utah – supported by Red Rock 4-Wheelers
• Dusy-Ershim OHV Route in Sanger, Calif. – supported by Four Wheel Drive Club of Fresno
• Blanca Peak Trail in Blanca, Colo. – supported by Creeper Jeepers Gang
• Mirror Lake Trail in Sierra National Forest, Calif. – supported by Lock and Low 4-Wheel Drive Club
“Off-road enthusiasts are passionate about their trails, and we anticipate many will offer their input,” said Marcus Baffoe-Bonnie, BFGoodrich Tires country marketing manager. “For the past six years, the BFGoodrich Outstanding Trails program has recognized off-road trails as well as the clubs that run them. Congratulations to Interlake Trail 19 and Morrison Trail for being named 2011 Outstanding Trails, and of course we wish the best of luck to the four trails that are up for vote!”

The Outstanding Trails Vote
Off-road enthusiasts can support their favorite club by casting their vote online at bfgoodrichtrails2011.outdoorhub.com. Fans and supporters can vote as often as they choose beginning Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 9 a.m. EST and ending at 11:59 p.m. EST on Tuesday, May 31. The “winning” trail will be selected based on popular vote and announced on Friday, June 3, 2011 at www.BFGoodrichTires.com.

Following is a closer look at each of the trails, and their sponsoring clubs, up for nomination:

• Golden Spike Trail was developed at the 1989 Easter Jeep Safari as a connection between the Poison Spider Mesa and Gold Bar Rim trails. The trail offers challenging obstacles, non-stop scenery and a road surface between obstacles that make for a comfortable, slow and steady pace.
Red Rock 4-Wheelers, Inc. is a non-profit club organized to bring together adventure loving individuals and families who share the common interest of active four-wheeling. The club’s objectives are to encourage family recreation through safe and responsible operation of four-wheel drive vehicles and utilize public lands in a responsible manner as part of an effort to keep public land trails and roads available for multipurpose use.

• Dusy-Ershim OHV Route offers 33 miles of challenging obstacles and beautiful scenery high in the skies at an altitude of 10,200 feet. The route features high mountain meadows, creeks, six natural lakes, unique granite mountains, cliffs and panoramic views. The trail is rated "most difficult” and is a major challenge to travel, therefore having advanced driving skills is highly recommended.
The Four Wheel Drive Club of Fresno was founded in 1954 in Fresno, Calif. The club has since built ten trails and currently maintains six. The club coordinates with the forest service to perform clearing in the spring, closings in the fall and other various work projects throughout the year on the entire club’s adopted trails. Some of the various work projects include building and maintaining toilets, maintaining campgrounds, trail cleanups and maintenance of trail signage.

• Blanca Peak Trail features a rocky six miles of trail with many granite outcroppings. The trail offers many challenging obstacles including Jaws 1 through 4, views of the valley, Como Lake and spectacular mountain scenery.
Creeper Jeepers Gang is a family oriented 4-Wheel Drive club, promoting safe and environmentally sensitive off road recreation and family.

• Mirror Lake Trail is located in the Sierra National Forest approximately 13 miles east of Shaver Lake on Highway 168. The trail features beautiful lake scenery with steep boulders and large hills for the more experienced off-roader.
Lock and Low 4-Wheel Drive Club members are people interested in promoting family four-wheeling, fostering safety and education of responsible four-wheeling.

BFGoodrich® Tires 2011 Outstanding Trails
The Indiana Four Wheel Drive Association on behalf of Interlake Trail 19, and the Magic City 4-Wheelers, Inc., on behalf of Morrison Trail, have been chosen by BFGoodrich® Tires to receive a $4,000 grant to use towards maintain the trails. The grants will be used to preserve the scenic off-highway trail system and continue conservation efforts for two of America’s most beautiful areas for off-roading.
• Interlake Trail 19, in Lynnville, Ind., is a 3,500-acre property, owned and managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The existing trail is a beautiful cruise through conifer and hardwood trees that are 40 to 50 years old. On a sunny summer day, the shade offers a nice diversion from the open prairie-like trails of the central areas of Interlake. The area not only offers motorized trail riding, but activities for all types of outdoor enthusiasts including hunting, fishing, horseback riding and mountain climbing. A rock garden is being planned, which has the potential to be one of the longest man-made rock crawling courses in the region.
Indiana Four Wheel Drive Association (IFWDA) was formed in 1980 and acts on the common concern for motorized recreation while practicing stewardship of our natural resources. IFWDA, through its association with other state and national organizations, works to promote and act on issues affecting four-wheel drive recreation.
• Morrison Trail, in Wyoming’s Shoshone National Forest, offers various types of terrain including arid canyons, alpine forests, high mountain meadows and small lakes at 10,000 feet. Hitting the trail shortly after it opens in mid-July is a gift as off-road enthusiasts will have the pleasure of experiencing a carpet of beautiful wildflowers in the meadows. The panoramic views from almost every part of the trail are breathtaking and inspiring.
Magic City 4-Wheelers, Inc. is a family oriented OHV club. The club organizes annual race rallies, monthly trail rides and trail maintenance trips. Magic City 4-Wheelers always follow the Tread Lightly! trail ethic and educate others when possible regarding proper trail ethic. All club members are also members of the Montana 4X4 Association and UFWDA.
About the Outstanding Trails Program
The BFGoodrich® Tires Outstanding Trails program was established in 2006 to raise awareness for responsible use and preservation of off-road trails while providing aid in the trails’ conservation efforts. Through 2010, the Outstanding Trails program has recognized 24 off-road trails and 24 clubs across 16 states and two in Canada. The program has provided more than $90,000 in grants in support of the various trails conservation efforts.
Both Tread Lightly!® and UFWDA are non-profit organizations dedicated to responsible and ethical outdoor recreation. BFGoodrich Tires collaborated with these two groups to select the finest off-road trails, and will continue to work with these organizations on restoration and education initiatives.
United Four Wheel Drive Associations is the world’s leading representative of all-brand four wheel-drive enthusiasts. UFWDA benefits, developed and tested true over the past 30 years, include four wheel drive safety and awareness education; user ethics programs such as adopt-a-road, conservation volunteer, and volunteer trail patrol; assistance with new club formation; education seminars to aid four wheelers through complex state and federal programs affecting trail access; internet forums designed to connect members globally and instantaneously; and unrestrained member access to its full-time legislative advocate and nationally-recognized attorney working exclusively for four wheel drive enthusiasts to protect access and prevent road and trail closures. For more information on the UFWDA log on to www.ufwda.org or call toll free 1-800-44-UFWDA (800-448-3932).
Tread Lightly! is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to promote responsible recreation through ethics education and stewardship. Tread Lightly!'s strategic educational message, along with its training and restoration initiatives are designed to instill an ethic of responsibility in outdoor enthusiasts and the industries that serve them. The program is long-term in scope with a goal to balance the needs of the people who enjoy outdoor recreation with the needs of the environment. The federal government recognizes this by acknowledging Tread Lightly!® as a sole-source service provider of education and training on how to be environmentally and socially responsible while using motorized and mechanized vehicles in off-highway settings.
Using motorsports as a proving ground for more than 40 years, BFGoodrich® Tires is involved in every type of racing, including oval, sports car, drifting, drag, desert, dirt, rally and extreme rock crawling. BFGoodrich Tires combines technological expertise with vast motorsports experience, delivering a high-performance tire for every type of vehicle. Visit BFGoodrich Tires at www.BFGoodrichTires.com or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/BFGoodrichTires.

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HIGH-FLOW K&N Air Filter Now Available for Can-Am Commander

April 2011, K&N Engineering, Inc., releases yet another OE Replacement High-Flow Air Filter for the all new 2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800 and 1000 Series Side by Sides. CAN-AM gave direction to build a full scale off road Side by Side that commands air flow and K&N is here to help.

DESCRIPTION: CAN-AM COMMANDER 800CC-1000CC; 2011

KEY FEATURES:

• Designed to lower air-flow restriction & increase performance
• Deep 7/8” pleats provide a large surface area and long service intervals
• “XD” specific media offers excellent filtration
• Pliable, durable Urethane application specific sealing bead
• No Fuel-Management Modifications necessary
• Washable, Reusable, Pre-Oiled & Ready for installation
• Made in the USA for over 40 years
• One-Year Limited Warranty®

K&N’s “new” CM-8011 High-Flow Air Filter was developed specifically for CAN-AM’s NEW SSV800 and SSV1000 COMMANDER Side by Sides. This filter is designed to provide low restriction, resulting in increased throttle-response, horsepower and torque. The deep 7/8” pleated “XD” media provides a large filtration area offering high-flow, long service intervals and excellent filtration. This filter is designed to slide directly into the OE Air Filter Assembly without any fitting or cutting required. The injection molded Urethane frame offers a pliable sealing bead ensuring a precise, application specific fit and extra long life. K&N High-Flow Air Filters have been made in the USA for over 40 years.

• No Fuel-management modifications necessary to obtain increased performance
• Washable & reusable, pre-oiled and ready for installation
• Covered by K&N’s One Year Limited Warranty®

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Polaris RZR XP-900 Digi-Tune PRO EFI Controller now available at Muzzys

Taking air/fuel tuning to the next level, the Muzzy Digi-Tune PRO uses the latest technology to provide one of the easiest and most accurate methods of tuning the Polaris RZR XP-900.

The Muzzy Digi-Tune PRO comes pre-programmed and optimized specifically for the XP-900. There is no mapping or re-mapping necessary. Adjustments for elevation and/or modifications can be done "on-the-fly" using three buttons on the faceplate.

What sets the new PRO version apart from the standard Digitune is the ability to remove fuel from the stock curve. Also included is a 0-5 volt input lead for future upgrade to closed loop* operation.

WHY IT'S BETTER:
The Digi-Tune is a load based fuel adder which works with the factory ECU. The Digi-Tune's simple push button interface and powerful load based technology renders complex table-based throttle position and RPM re-mapping systems a thing of the past.

LOAD BASED TUNING:
The Digi-Tune ushers in the latest in tuning science – gone is the old throttle position and RPM (Alpha-N) based tuning, replaced by a powerful and highly effective LOAD BASED tuning methodology. Load based tuning is superior to old school systems because different CVT ratios place different loads on the engine. RPM and throttle position based systems cannot tell the difference from one ratio to another. The Digi-Tune knows the difference and adds the proper amount of fuel for every gear ratio, in every situation.

Muzzy Digi-Tune PRO is a perfect compliment to a new Polaris RZR XP Exhaust.

*Not compatible with all air/fuel meters. Air/fuel meter must have 0-5 volt output. Please specify Air/Fuel meter being used at time of purchase. The Digi-tune PRO may require air/fuel meter specific programming prior to shipping.

For more information, please visit www.Muzzys.com

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R.J. Anderson Podiums in 2 Classes at Speedworld

Riverside, CA 4/19/2011 - It was another succesful weekend for R.J. Anderson and his Walker Evans Racing Team in Surprise, AZ for Rounds 3 & 4 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series. The team came into Surprise with a new look on the #37 Walker Evans Racing / SoCal Super Trucks / Polaris Industries Super-Lite Truck and a freshly rebuilt Walker Evans Racing / South Point Hotel & Casino / Polaris Ranger RZR XP900. But the same aggressive and smooth driving of R.J. Anderson remained.

Super-Lite Championship Series
It did not take R.J. long to find his groove at Speedworld, qualifying first in Super-Lite for both rounds held this past Saturday and Sunday. In the Main on Saturday R.J. fought hard with both CJ Greaves and Jacob Person to get on the podium. R.J. would fall a bit short of taking the top position in Round 3 but the Walker Evans Team was happy to see the #37 on the podium in 3rd position, collecting important points for what will surely be a tight and hard fought battle for the Super-Lite Championship.

Sunday's Round 4 race would be more of the same in the Super-Lite class with a tight battle being waged amongst the young guns of the series. R.J. found himself in a battle for 2nd place with fellow UTV racer Chad George. R.J. and Chad have been competing against each other for years so this is familiar territory for both drivers. They would come into the last lap racing side by side but it would be R.J. who would finish in 2nd and once again collecting those ever important championship points. The #37 Walker Evans Racing / SoCal Super Trucks / Polaris Industries racing team will be watching closely when the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series points standings are released on Wednesday.
"We came into rounds 3 & 4 with intentions of winning. We came up a bit short both days, I tend to be a little hard on myself but I am still happy that we were able to put the truck on the podium both days. our #37 Super-Lite is working so well, every time I get in this truck I feel like I can win. It gets a little crazy out there, it starts to feel a little like a demolition derby at times but at the same time its exciting for the fans and for us as drivers to see the crowd on their feet when we are out there battling. I want to thank the entire Walker Evans Racing / SoCal Super Trucks / Polaris Industries team and our sponsors SoCal Super Trucks, Polaris, South Point Hotel & Casino, Goodyear Tires, Mastercraft Safety, Write Gear Box, Walker Evans Racing and of course the Super-Lite Championship Series Staff. Everyone plays an important role in getting our team to the track each and every round and we look forward to racing hard for a championship this year." - R.J. Anderson

Pro Unlimited UTV
After a terrible accident in the Round 2 race at Firbird the Walker Evans Racing / South Point Hotel & Casino / Polaris Ranger RZR XP900 team had to go back to the shop with intentions of re-working the car in time to compete in Surprise only a couple weeks away. Much like rounds 1 & 2 the UTV would get completed just in time to line up for practice but in true Walker Evans Racing style the car was not only ready to race but it was better than before. Sponsors Polaris Industries, Holz racing, and Kroyer Race Engines once again came to the rescue to help Walker Evans Racing get the car back into racing shape. R.J.then came out and turned off the fastest lap time in practice and qualified first for Saturdays Main event! Despite having the fastest lap time in the Round 3 Main, R.J. would fall just short of Chad George for the win and would take a hard fought 2nd place trophy home for himself and the team.

Round 4 on Sunday would have R.J. once again finishing 2nd place behind long time competitor Tyler Winbury. Anderson and his #637 Walker Evans Racing / South Point Hotel & Casino / Polaris Ranger RZR XP900 was really running strong and having these 4 rounds of racing under their belt is going to give them some good stuff to go and work on to get this machine even faster. This is a new platform for Polaris, a new engine and suspension design that is now really starting to come together. The Walker Evans Racing shocks will continue to be fine tuned, the Kroyer motor package will get stronger, and R.J. will continue to come out with a will and desire to finish on top for himself and for his team.

"This new Polaris RZR XP900 is just so fun to drive. Despite looking similar to my car last year it isn't the same at all. We are still finding our way with the car and each round we learn something new. I am confident that with the help and support of Walker Evans Racing, South Point Hotel & Casino, Polaris Industries, Holz Racing Products, Kroyer Race Engines, Goodyear Tires, Mastercraft Safety, and our entire crew and team we will have this machine finishing on top many times this year. I plan to bring something extra to the track and I can't wait to go to work to prepare for rounds 5 & 6 here in my back yard at Glen Helen in California." - R.J. Anderson

About Walker Evans Racing
At Walker Evans Racing our goals is to design and manufacture quality, performance, race-proven products that can used for aftermarket applications. The very same product we produce is the very same product used on numerous race winning vehicles. Based in Riverside, CA Walker Evans Racing has been involved in the off road industry for over 30 years.

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POLARIS INDUSTRIES TO KEEP SOME ENGINE MANUFACTURING IN OSCEOLA

The Company will preserve jobs at facility to meet demands of continued, strong growth


MEDINA, Minn. (April 19, 2011) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it will keep some of its engine manufacturing operations in Osceola, WI. This announcement comes in response to stronger than projected growth for Polaris in recent months.

“Since we announced the strategic realignment last year, our volumes are up significantly in each of our businesses and our U.S. plants are full from a physical footprint standpoint,” said Scott Wine, CEO, Polaris Industries Inc.  “While we have outperformed our original volume projections, the Osceola team has executed flawlessly and continues to produce world-class, quality products.  In order to meet escalating demand while maintaining our focus on quality, keeping some engine capability and output in Osceola was an obvious choice.”

Keeping these manufacturing operations in Osceola allows Polaris dual-plant production capability for Off-Road Vehicle engines and provides production continuity for motorcycle and snowmobile engines.  The Company will utilize the capabilities and current infrastructure in Osceola to maintain continuity for the foreseeable future.

Polaris worked closely with the state of Wisconsin and the Department of Commerce to keep some engine manufacturing in Osceola and preserve approximately 50 assembly jobs at the facility.  Polaris’ current global employment base is approximately 3,300 people.

About Polaris
With annual 2010 sales of $1.991 billion, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets off-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® Side X Side vehicles, snowmobiles and Victory motorcycles for recreational and utility use and has recently introduced a new on-road electric powered neighborhood vehicle.

Polaris is a recognized leader in the snowmobile industry; and one of the largest manufacturers of ORVs in the world. Victory motorcycles, established in 1998 and representing the first all-new American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years, are making in-roads into the cruiser and touring motorcycle marketplace. Polaris also enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Pure Polaris apparel, accessories and parts, available at Polaris dealerships.
Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 stock price index.

Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime from the Polaris homepage at www.polarisindustries.com.

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