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Outlander 800 Brake Light (7 replies)

ky — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:08:29 -0400

Is there an adjustment for this light? When I squeeze the handle the brake light does not come on. Ever since I had it new I would always have to squeeze it hard for it to come on. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

outlander 800, no pump fuel (1 reply)

dirtycruiser — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:33:07 -0400

I got a 2007, Outlander max xt, 800 with only 193 miles and 19 hours on it. It’s been sitting for 8 months with me starting it occasionally for only a few minutes each time. I went to start it again the other day and it wouldn’t start. Dead battery, so I put it on the trickle charger by attaching the positve end on the red nut where the battery connects to the solenoid and the neg. to the neg. battery post. After charging the battery and filling the tank 3 bars it would not turn over. I removed the air intake and put gas directly in throttle body and it started up and ran until the gas ran out. I pulled off the original gas filter and it is clear, there is NO gas flowing out of the line when cranking with the filter off.
Checked the fuel pump fuse and it is good. When I first turn the key the fuel pump noise is VERY faint, unlike my dailey driver which is identical except it is a Limited model. That fuel pump is kinda noisy when you first turn the key.
There was gas in the tank when I brought it home and stored it but now its empty. Don’t remember how much though. It gets quite hot in my garage, could that gas have somehow clogged up the fuel pump pickup tube screen?

fail (2 replies)

jackrb — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:38:37 -0500

the fail indicator comes on then goes out when warmed up.does any one know why.it is a 2005 outlander 400 with only 400 miles on it.

Funny Noise (4 replies)

ky — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:26:12 -0500

What is that bump/grind sound that I am hearing coming from the front end of the motor/differential on my 2008 800 outlander with 26 hrs?

Great Band Needs YOU'RE VOTE!(tu) (no replies)

canamperry — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:55:45 -0400

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His post and LINK:

posted: 10/19/2009 4:41:54 PM
Ok.....for the many of you I know & the thousands I don't, I need to call on my PWC friends to help me out. My band is in the running for BEST NEW BAND running now thru November 19th for the 2009 Buffalo Music Awards. I need everyone I know to vote for us, WIDE RIGHT. Please go to:

[www.bestofwny.com],
scroll down to category 18 and cast your vote for WIDE RIGHT. thanks........mp

GP@PPG Thanks for your helping this great guy out!

Caught my CanAm Dealer in a lie! (2 replies)

ky — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:45:20 -0400

They claimed they adjusted the valves when it was in for the 10 hr service on Thursday. I checked today and the valve covers had never been touched. Man I was hot!! Service manager claimed the tech thought he was doing the 50 hr service not the first 10. So I basically paid $335 for an oil change plus 3 hours labor. Unbelievable!!!!

Talk again about an ATV park between miami and Naples (9 replies)

dirtycruiser — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:42:26 -0500

Miami Herald article
Don't get your hopes up just yet.

2009 EAST COAST Mud NATIONALS SEPTEMBER 17-20 2009 (4 replies)

Psycho Ward — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:50:20 -0400

I'll be representing the Can-ams baby!! Glen,U should really try to go to this event! It's a really nice park, and lots of fun.

Info @ [www.creekbottomtrailrides.com] Located in Doles, Ga

650 pride (no replies)

wva outlaw — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:32:22 -0400

what about everyone looking at my can am like it is godsend i ride outlaw trails in southern wva and have noticed everyone always looks. as a new uninformed rider i never realized how much better my bike was over the others.I bought it in late may and always trade rides during the ride and the difference is incredible for me as well as those who trade with me if anyone has tried 27' s let me know about it

CLUNK (3 replies)

DAG — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 23:33:08 -0400

I HAVE A 2009 CAN AM 800 OUTLANDER LTD, I HAVE 15 MILES AND PURCHASED IT 7-7-09. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, I NOTICED A CLUNK TO THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE WHEN I ACCELERATE FROWARD OR REAR. DEALER TOLD ME ALL THE 2009 800'S HAVE THIS CLUNK. ANY FEED BACK OUT THERE?

CV BOOT LEAK (5 replies)

DAG — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:35:49 -0400

I HAVE AN 09 CAN AM OUTLANDER LTD WITH 13 MILES AND NOTICE GREASE LEAKING FROM THE RIGHT REAR INNER CV BOOT. ANYONE ELSE HAVE OR HAD THIS PROBLEM

Can-Am 2010 line up is out...... (3 replies)

dirtycruiser — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:45:01 -0400

Renegade rX seat repair (2 replies)

dirtycruiser — Thu, 28 May 2009 23:32:17 -0400

I discovered a small, 3/8" slice, at the rear of my seat. it's in the yellow section right before it wraps under the seat frame. It's horizontal so I expect it to start getting bigger as it's used. Is there a liquid glue of some sort that I can put on it before it gets worse??? Thanks, TJ

2009 Renegade saved by my grisleboyz bumper.... (10 replies)

dirtycruiser — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:04:13 -0400

take a look at these pic's and see the outcome of me kissing a tree, minimal damage to my Renegade. I really thought my head was gonna slam into that tree. Guess I braced my self enough, my friggin arms, shoulders and bicepts and elbows took the jolt. getting old sucks! Maybe it's time to take up golf! NO FREAKIN WAY!
LINK TO MY COLLECTION OF PHOTO'S: [gallery.me.com]

I wuz wearing my helmet at least....

quading in Bonita today!!!!!! (14 replies)

dirtycruiser — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 14:53:08 -0400

Glen....... you missed a great day of riding! actually found a deep mud pit and on my 3rd trip through, I got stuck. Turns out there was a poisonous snake ::oabout 2 feet away from me while we were winching out my Renegade. Didn't know it until a little kid there pointed it out to us after we got out. I slid into a tree :S but my GristleBoyz bumper saved the day. Put a nice dent in the melaleuca tree though. Bars might have gotten a tad tweaked though, I'll check them out in the next couple of dayz. we had 8 quads with us today. There was a $hitload of quads out on the trails in Bonita, trucks and trailers everywhere. Luckily we didn't come across any other quads coming at us on the trails head on. we tend to fly at times on those windy trails. It's like a friggin race course on two of the trails with a mile or so of switch backs and continuos , short, tight high bank turns/ trails, one right after another. BIG FUN as long as no one else is coming at you around one of those blind corners.:)-D
Forgot to mention that I poked a slit/hole about 1/2" long in the side wall of one of my rear tires. Will a patch plug work in those tires or because of low pressure and tons of flex they don't hold??????? Front tire same side looks low, I'll see tomorrow if it's leaking.(td)

OHV Advisory Committee Meeting April 2, 2009 (1 reply)

MuddyGirl — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:06:24 -0400

T. Mark Schmidt OHV Advisory Committee Meeting

Hello folks,
It is time again for next OHV Advisory Committee Meeting which will be at the Division of Forestry, Department of Agriculture Consumer Service Building, at 3125 Conner Blvd., Tallahassee, FL. 32399 on April 2, 2009. The meeting will take place at 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Eyster Auditorium. I have attached a copy of the agenda for you to review. If you have any questions or if you would like to receive a copy of the minutes, please contact me at (352)489-5267 or email me at leonart@doacs.state.fl.us .

Agenda...

OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
APRIL 2, 2009
DIVISION OF FORESTRY 3125 CONNER BLVD, TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32399

9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions John Waldron
9:10 a.m. Approval of Minutes Wayne Briske
9.15 a.m. Titling Update Stan Kirkland
9:25 a.m. Statewide OHV Public Lands Update John Waldron
10:30 a.m. Subcommittee Reports Wayne Briske
 Legislation Win Peeples
Break (If needed)
 Public Information/Safety Training Tami Leonard
 Grants Awarded for 2009/2010 Tami Leonard

12:00 a.m. Public Comments Wayne Briske

12:45 a.m. Schedule Next Meeting (July) Wayne Briske

1:00 p.m. Meeting Adjourned

Yamaha recalling 2 models of their Rhino...... (2 replies)

dirtycruiser — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:15:54 -0400

......due to roll overs. DAAAAA, it's called a roll bar!. Saw this on the news this morning. Maybe BRP's side by side will be roll over proof? No fun! maybe training wheels for some..

CAN AM side X side ????? is it coming ??? (28 replies)

Wyoming T/A — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:34:34 -0400

just joined the forum and am lookin to buy a side x side and my doo dealers says to hold off a little for something new--does anybody have a solid lead on a side x side ???

recharging battery (1 reply)

ehuante — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:32:43 -0400

can I use a car battery charger to charge my atv? If now how
Thnks

AMA PSA (no replies)

MuddyGirl — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:14:38 -0400

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) has effectively outlawed the sale of youth off-highway vehicles (OHVs). According to section 101(a) of the enacted legislation, all youth products containing lead must have less than 600 parts per million (ppm) by weight. The CPSC has interpreted the law to apply to various components of youth OHVs including the engine, brakes, suspension, battery and other mechanical parts. Even though the lead levels in these parts are small, they are still above the minimum threshold.

More information about the ban, as well as additional tools for fighting it, can be found at www.amadirectlink.com/news/story.asp?id=629&s=banner.
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mud bitch atv tires (1 reply)

glen13 — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 14:01:24 -0400

was wondering would the 27" mid @#$%& tires work on the 650 max or would I need a lift to get enough clearence.

650 outlander max (5 replies)

glen13 — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:47:21 -0400

was wondering can someone expain the 3 pieces of 11/4 tubing to strengthen the chassis theory on the outlander. also is there an suspension upgrade for this bike

08 ds 450 (4 replies)

kevintbauer — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:33:26 -0400

who has a ds 450 ????

Looking for a stealth snorkel for my quads..... (4 replies)

dirtycruiser — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 22:24:05 -0400

Not sure if I like the pipes sticking up above the fenders and I don't go in deep water that often, but I'd like to have to added protection just in case! Any ideas?????????

finally installed my warn XT 30 winch..... (4 replies)

dirtycruiser — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:31:15 -0500

....on my renegade's new GrizleBoys bumper. I ended up removing the moded original canam bumper that I wanted to have in place for a little more side protection. As I was inspecting the synthetic line how it rolled over the modified can-am bumper, I noticed a very rough surface left from grinding the bumper to fit, which would have in turn shredded the synthetic line, not steel cable on this model. Damn glad I saw it before it was to late. Ran all of the wiring and now I'm gonna wrap the exhaust pipe to cut down on some of that damn heat. The XT 30 has the wireless remote control, nice feature. I've never bothered with the wired remote on my outty since it was a pain to get it out and hook it up. actually I forgot I even had one stashed in the front box, standard on my 800 LTD.

ATV SAFETY CLASSES (4 replies)

MuddyGirl — Mon, 11 May 2009 17:12:29 -0400

ATV SAFETY CLASSES

I have received many emails and some calls lately pertaining to when the next safety training class will be held.

Please be advised that I hope to be back out teaching by the end of March.

I look forward to seeing and meeting everyone that has inquired.

650 max (16 replies)

VPD312 — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 23:00:45 -0500

I have a question. But first, I 'd like to add this disclaimer: the type of riding I do (for the most part) is trail riding. I'm not a big "muddin" guy, but have done this in the past. I use my bike every day on my ranch, so I try to be as gentle on it as I can. With that being said... I recently went on a riding trip and attempted to run through a decent mud hole. The water never made it over the fenders and I know that none got into the air intake. After getting stuck, my cooling fan kicked on and struggled since it was in the water. My check engine light came on and the display showed "limp home". The bike stayed running. After I was winched out, I let the bike run for serval minutes. I turned it off and then re started it. All the lights and the "limp home" message was off. The bike idled normal. As we rode back to the trailer, I noticed that the bike would pull forward while at an idle, in gear. I had to use the brake to hold it still. As I loaded it on the trailer, I could smell my belt slipping and saw smoke. After I got home and unloaded it. I could start the bike as long as it has out of gear. If I tried to start it in gear, the bike lurched forward. After I started it and let it idle out of gear, it dies as soon as I tried to put into gear. It would start everytime out of gear. I also noticed that my shifter was very hard to work and I was unable to get it into park.

Is this just water in my CVT? or perhaps a bigger problem?

My thought is this....this bike is MADE for this and I certainly was not in a spot that most would consider exterme. I have never flooded this bike or turn it upside...like I said, I take care of it.

Thanks to those who reply!

JD

Hog Waller Mudbog & A.T.V. (no replies)

MuddyGirl — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:09:16 -0500

Welcome to Hog Waller Mudbog & A.T.V.

February 28th & March 1st is

OUR NEXT WEEKEND EVENT

Gates open at 7:30am - ATV begins at 8:30am

Mud bogging begins at 10:00am ~ All activities end at 5:30pm

Admission prices are listed below, but children 10 and under are free everyday!

Primitive camping will only be allowed with a 2 day pass.

Concessions will be provided, but it is OK to bring your own

coolers and food.

Putnam County Deputies and First Responder personnel will be on site.

** PUT PULLING HOOKS ON YOUR VEHICLE!**

ADMISSION PRICES

Any day is $15.00 per person.

If you are camping it is $30.00 per person for the whole weekend.

NO GLASS BOTTLES OF ANY KIND PLEASE!

This is for your safety and the safety of others.

E-Mail us at : Mudbog@hogwallermudbog.com for more info.

400 County Road 310
Palatka, FL 32177-9467

2009 L-Cross Events (1 reply)

MuddyGirl — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:33:47 -0500

L-Cross is open every Sunday for riding tracks,
trails and playing in the mud.

$20 Adults; $5 Kids.
Weather permitting.

Please call before you haul.
863-763-0569 or 863-634-1102

See you there!

2009 Upcoming Events

FEB. 20th, 21st & 22nd FAMILY EVENT
MARCH 6th, 7th & 8th “ MUDDY GRA’S” ADULT’S ONLY EVENT
MARCH 20th, 22nd & 23rd FAMILY EVENT
APRIL 17th, 18th & 19th
FAMILY EVENT
MAY 1st, 2nd & 3rd “CINCO de MUD-O” ADULT’S ONLY EVENT
JUNE 19th, 20th & 21st “FATHER’S DAY” FAMILY EVENT
JULY 17th, 18th & 19th FAMILY EVENT
AUGUST 21st, 22nd & 23rd FAMILY EVENT
SEPT. 4th, 5th 6th & 7th “LABOR DAY WEEKEND” ADULT’S ONLY EVENT
SEPT. 18th, 19th & 20th FAMILY EVENT
OCT.16th, 17th & 18th FAMILY EVENT
OCT. 30th, 31st & Nov. 1st “HALLOWEEN BASH” ADULT’S ONLY EVENT
NOV. 20th, 21st & 22nd FAMILY EVENT
DEC. 18th, 19th and 20th FAMILY EVENT

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Sundays! Open 8:00 am
Motocross Track & Hare Scramble Trails are open every Sunday.
(No MX or Hare scramble trails on Adult weekends)
You must wear full safety gear to ride the MX track or trails!
$20/person
P.S. This includes 4-wheelers and all mud vehicles.
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Phone: 863-763-0569
Location:
On Hwy. 78 West of Okeechobee, FL
12 Miles West of U.S. Hwy 441
22.5 Miles East of U.S. Hwy 27

Email: patriciabpearc@aol.com

No glass containers
No firearms
No pets
No sod pallets to be used for firewood (because of nails)
No three-wheelers
NO underage drinking
Campfires are allowed
Campground speed limit is 5 MPH
You can rent your own personal port-o-let for the event placed on your own campsite with a lock. 3-day notice required. $150. Call us to reserve 863-763-0569.

For more information call 863-763-0569

HELP STOP THE FEBRUARY 10TH BAN ON YOUTH OHVS (6 replies)

MuddyGirl — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 19:55:16 -0500

Subject: HELP STOP THE FEBRUARY 10TH BAN ON YOUTH OHVS

BLUERIBBON COALITION ACTION ALERT!

Attention BRC Action Alert Subscriber,

HELP STOP THE FEBRUARY 10TH BAN ON YOUTH OHVS

On February 10, 2009, a new law regulating lead content in certain products will
go into effect. This could adversely affect companies that manufacture or
distribute youth model all-terrain vehicles and off-highway motorcycles and
parts and accessories for those vehicles . Dealers that sell and service those
products would be impacted as well.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA) and the Motorcycle Industry
Council (MIC) have urgently requested the Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) and federal legislators to take a common sense approach to implementation
of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act's lead provisions.

SVIA and MIC have joined several of their member companies in filing petitions
with the CPSC for emergency relief from the provisions. They are seeking a
temporary final rule to exempt ATV and motorcycle components, parts and
accessories in order to avoid major disruptions to enthusiasts, to the member
companies' businesses, and to the companies' dealer network of thousands of
small, independent businesses, which employ tens of thousands of Americans.

BRC is asking all OHV users to contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission
and their elected officials today!

Use the following links to send your comments and to contact your Congressional
Representatives.
Included below is a sample letter regarding the potential ban of all
youth-oriented OHVs, which starts February 10, 2009.

CPSC Comment Page
[www.cpsc.gov] [www.cpsc.gov]

Use the BRC Rapid Response Center to contact Members of Congress and cut, paste
and edit the sample letter below.
[www.sharetrails.org] [www.sharetrails.org]

Thanks in advance for your support,
Ric Foster
Public Lands Department Manager
BlueRibbon Coalition

PS: BRC needs your support via membership and donations to help us continue our
efforts to champion responsible OHV access to public lands. To sign up as a
member or to make a donation, Click Here [www.sharetrails.org]
:

_______________________________________________________________

Sample Letter:

As a member of the OHV community, I want to voice my strong support for
petitions filed recently by the Motorcycle Industry Council and Specialty
Vehicle Institute of America to seek emergency relief from provisions, which go
into effect on February 10, 2009.

While I do support efforts by the Consumer Product Safety Commission to protect
children from lead content in products that truly present a risk to children, I
do not believe the Commission intended that metal parts on ATVs and motorcycles
be included in that regulation because they do not present a lead risk to
children.

As the spring OHV recreation season rapidly approaches, I ask you to support
efforts to exclude youth-oriented OHVs - and the businesses that sell and
service them - from being unnecessarily impacted by this ban, especially during
this economic crisis.

Sincerely,

Your name &
Address