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The Ultimate Baja 1000 Racer By Brian McCune Mar 22, 2007 Racing the Baja 1000 is no easy task; riding the quad by yourself the entire length of the race is pure insanity. With only half of the starters even finishing the event, it takes an ultimate quad and an ultimate rider to attempt to solo this grueling course. Richie Brown did just that and he finished the race in 39 hours. With dependability and comfort in mind, he built his Honda TRX450R into the ultimate Baja quad. 1. Maxxis Razr 2 Tires Brown relied on the Maxxis Razr 2 for their enhanced cornering ability. The Razr 2 comes standard with a six-ply rating for maximum puncture resistance. They are made especially for demanding off-road racing like GNCC events, but work great in the desert, as well. According to GNCC champ Bill Ballance, the Razr and Razr 2 offer the best setup for the serious cross-country racer on every track and in every weather condition known to man. ($487; http://www.maxxis.com or call 800-4-MAXXIS) 2. AC Racing Nerfbars When racing for 39 hours (or even 39 minutes), nerfbars are a must! They keep your feet from turning into hamburger meat. AC Racing is known for exceptional aftermarket parts, and these nerfbars are no exception. These nerfs are lightweight and easy to install. ($190; http://www.acracing.com or call them at 714-808-8330) 3. IMS Fuel Tank Thinking of running the Baja 1000? Well, then fuel is something you will need plenty of! Even one extra gallon can be the difference between fueling up 10 times instead of 15 and saving precious time. The IMS fuel tank will add an extra gallon of gas while still keeping a low profile. ($225; http://www.imsproducts.com or call 800-237-9906) 4. Fasst Flex Handlebars The Fasst bars are made to provide the rider with the best performance and comfort available. They absorb almost all vibration, which reduces rider fatigue and makes it possible to ride harder and longer (a necessity for all Baja racers). ($299; http://www.fasstco.com or call them at 562-601-8119) 5. EFM Auto Clutch After riding 500 miles and shifting between gears over a hundred times, you can be sure all the Baja riders have wished they could just sit back and let the tranny do all the work. An EFM Auto Clutch is just what they need! Although some work is still required. The EFM clutch automatically engages and disengages itself. It also leaves the manual lever intact, so if the need arises, the rider can take control. ($500; http://www.efmautoclutch.com or hit them up at 330-947-1700) 6. Ricky Stator Baja2 Light Kit While racing through some of the roughest terrain and weather known to man, high-powered headlights are key to keeping your eyes focused on the track ahead. Ricky Stator has been a name known in the light industry for years. The nine-inch Maxtell lights, in conjunction with the powdercoated steel protective light bar, make for a durable yet affordable setup. ($249; http://www.rickystator.com or call for yours at 760-787-0094) 7. Scotts Performance Steering Damper Steering dampers are a must-have when riding for even a few hours, let alone 39. Scotts Steering damper reduces rider fatigue by eliminating the sudden thrusts felt when navigating rough terrain. This particular damper is also adjustable on the fly, so while you’re out riding a thousand miles it can be fine-tuned to perfection. ($400; http://www.scottsperformance.com or call 818-248-6747) 8. CV4 Radiator Hoses Ever have a radiator hose burst? It’s not fun. CV4 Silicone Radiator Hoses are specifically designed to endure extremes. They can withstand temperatures from -76 F to +428 F, and are made to handle even the nastiest impacts. While typically overlooked on most quads, the hundred bucks can be what stand between you and the finish line in Baja. ($112; http://www.cvproducts.com or call them at 800-448-1223) 8. HMF Ironman Performance Exhaust No one races with a stock exhaust system these days, and running the Baja 1000 is no exception. Brown turned to the Ironman series from HMF to pull every ounce of power from his TRX450R. The Ironman increases horsepower on the top end and keeps the bottom end power and torque that HMF is known for. ($340; http://www.hmfengineering.com or call them at 866-HMF-PIPE) 9. LoneStar Axle An axle on a quad takes an insane amount of abuse, and anyone who has run a Baja race knows axles are basically butter in that kind of terrain. LoneStar axles are backed by a lifetime warranty, which speaks for the quality of the product they put out. All LoneStar axles are adjustable from two inches under stock to one inch over stock width. ($420 http://www.lsracing.com or call them at 800-457-7223) 10. Elka Shocks Nothing is worse than having a mediocre set of shocks on a quad, so for their reliability, wide range of use, and quality, Brown turned to Elka Suspension. Every Elka shock is custom-built for each customer according to the rider’s weight, riding style, and type of terrain. This setup can take a beating and provide a much smoother ride, making a thousand-mile trek more comfortable. (Front shocks $1,395, rear shock $995; http://www.elkasuspension.com or call your local Elka dealer) 11. Adapt Graphics Kit As the final touches go into a quad, you can’t leave out the trick graphics. For a good-looking and affordable graphics kit, Brown headed to the guys at Adapt to hook him up with their latest TRX450R kit. No matter what terrain this quad is on, it will stand out from the crowd. (Graphics kit and seat cover $150; http://www.adaptracing.com or call them at 404-704-0419) Courtesy http://www.quadmagazine.com/quad/features/article/0,24942,1601604,00.html

Yeah I agree.

Looks great! I uploaded a video and it's on my page. Good job.

I just received one. I see 2 replies here. Only received one.

yeah, I noticed this also. Not getting post e-mails.

I've seen the Honda built in one, loks pretty cool. Store points in there, etc. I always heard Magellan was the way to go though.

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We're expecting snow up here in New York. Not sure yet how much, but the latest I heard was 4-7 inches... Monday morning work Maybe a delay

Nice upgrade! FalshChat is much nicer than what was here before.

Congratas!!!!!!! I see your post everywhere... Nice!

Woke up this morning expecting 6+ inches of snow and all I see is ice coming down over snow. Makes for nasty travel. This is the first real storm of the season...Anyone riding in the Northeast weather? I'm hoping it changes to snow here in Nw York!

You disconnected the plug wire while it was running? No spark and it still ran wide open? Maybe it was igniting on compression at that point similar to what deasels do...but it would really have to be high compression...weird. You have a possessed motor.... Where are you at now with it? Carb off? You gonna try it again?

Welcome aboard!

Awesome! I just checked this thing out on yamaha.com. Looks awesome, I used to have a 2005 Yamaha Kodiak that looks very similar to this with the exception of the plastic. I loved that machine, it was awesome. This thing is like a hybrid cross between a utility and a sport quad. Should be an awesome ride, let us know how you like it.

Nice, now how do I use these? I don't want to sound stupid...but is it just using the picture url? Like this: Ah ha!

Well what you need to do is: screw in that compression tester in place of the spark plug and then crank the engine about 4-5 times (it won't start without the plug). At the same time you should be looking at the gauge to see what the max psi is. That is how you get your cylinder compression reading.

I like the banners!

That's pretty cool....I like the pics. I'm sure he'll get the hang of it.

2008 Polaris Ranger RZR (Razor) see pics below.... At 50 inches wide, the Ranger RZR is the only trail capable side-by-side in its class. At 945 lbs, it is the lightest side-by-side with the lowest cage height, compared to its competitors, which ensures true trail accessibility. The Ranger RZR has a true all-wheel drive (AWD) system that automatically engages when the rider needs more forward traction and reverts back to 2WD automatically when AWD is no longer needed. The RZR has a patented design that places the engine behind the seat giving the RZR the lowest center of gravity of all the sport side-by-sides. Riders sit at least seven inches lower than they would in competitive side-by-side vehicles for unparalleled handling and performance. The Ranger RZR has nine inches of travel in the front, 9.5 inches in the rear and 10 inches of ground clearance with double A-arm front suspension with an exclusive, front anti-sway bar and a rolled independent rear suspension (IRS). The Ranger RZR also sports the best ergonomics in its class, including tilt steering, and adjustable hand rails and seats. The RZR is powered by a liquid-cooled, even-firing Polaris Big Bore 800 Twin EFI engine making it the fastest accelerating side-by-side with the highest horsepower in its class; accelerating to 35 MPH in four seconds, and topping out at 55 MPH. The RZR comes with a cargo bed rated for 300 lbs with 12 tie-down points, 1500 lb. towing capacity, under-hood storage and a myriad of PURE Polaris accessories including Lock & Ride, cabs and cargo systems, you have all the utility you need. Offered in green and red, RANGER RZR will be available at Polaris dealerships in early summer, with a MSRP of $9,999.00 Info provided by http://www.atvtv.com

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I love those commercials! I'm a sasquatch fan!

Dead Aim you got a pic of those rims you went with?

Has anyone bought an atv off of eBay? I've sold 2 on there. Want to know your experiences...

I like your ranting...LOL Yeah I agree, needs some regular posters. it'sll come in time. I've seen some big boards out there that have been around for a few years and it took years to get them going. It'll get there!

I was browsing around and saw this profile: http://www.quadcrazy.com/Juneybest/ And there I saw this pic: The future....LOL