On The Trail

Can-Am announced the recall of certain Commander, Defender, and Maverick Trail & Sport models due to a defective fuel hose assembly that could cause a fire. Below are the details.

Name of Product: Model Year 2023 Can-Am side-by-side vehicles

Hazard: The recalled vehicles can have a defective fuel hose assembly which could lead to a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.

Ranger XP Kinetic Premium

$24,999

Icy White Pearl

RANGER XP Kinetic provides the power to do more with uncompromised capability, unrivaled durability, and the refined performance of an all-electric powertrain.

What You Want To Know

• 110 Horsepower Internal Permanent Magnet AC Motor
• 140 LB Torque
• 45 Mile Range
• 14" Ground Clearance
• 2500LB Towing
• 10" Front & Rear Travel

Package Includes

• 14.9 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery with up to 45 Miles Estimate Range
• Factory-Installed 3 kW On-Board Charger
• 29" Pro Armor X-Terrain Tires and 14" Wheels
• 14” Ground Clearance
• LED Headlights and charge indicating center accent light
• Full-Coverage Front Bumper with integrated winch and plow mounts
• Full-Body Skid Plate
• 12v Cargo Box Power Port with integrated dash switch

Features

Join me in a dreaming moment here and envision this – you’re cruising down backroads caked in red dirt (does Brooks & Dunns “Red Dirt Road” song come to mind here?). You’ve got the tunes on low, your road trip buddy is next to you, some delicious chips and snacks are scattered between you, and wild horses are cruising right next to your vehicle. There is literally NO ONE around for miles, it’s just you, your significant other, your truck and wild horses…. Come out of your dream state now, my friends. Now that is what Utah backroad cruising is all about.

The backroads of central and southern Utah provide a great place to get that “lost” feeling as the long stretches of asphalt wind through small towns, past unnamed trails, and through seemingly endless farms. 

This past spring, we ditched our desks and computers for adventure. The itch was back, and we were ready to scratch it. We packed as much gear as we could into our Toyota 4Runner TRD PRO and made our way through those Utah backroads. We started in the “main” city of Moab then ventured onto some not-so-main highways, such as Highway 24, Highway 12, the ever-popular Highway 89, and, finally, Highway 9 through Zion National Park area. Each road has its twists and turns that make it special, and the endless stretches of highway beg you to stop for a minute (or an hour) to enjoy the beautiful red-rock scenery around you.

A Utah road trip is one of those bucket list things you need to do at least once in your lifetime. For every place we stopped along this route, there are thousands more epic adventures to enjoy in this area. Take an open mind with you, and don’t hesitate to “take the long way home”... Also, plan on purchasing an $80 National Park Pass that will allow you to get into the Nationa

At the far North end of the Grand Canyon, at the place where an unassuming dirt runway and long winding dirt road collide, lies the gateway to an ATV and UTV riders’s dream of adventure and exploration, and views that burn in one’s mind for a lifetime. This place is the land of rugged terrain, vast canyons, raging rivers, and the place outlaws ran for solace from “the law”. This place embodies everything the American West stands for, and to this day appeals to those wishing to experience the adventure and excitement offered by the Old West. This is the Arizona strip and this gateway is named the Bar 10 Ranch.

About Bar 10 Ranch

Bar 10 Ranch was founded in the early 1970’s by retired electrician turned cowboy Tony Heaton. He and his wife Ruby, bought small ranches until they acquired just over 10,000 deeded acres with another 200,000 acres of grazing rights on BLM and Arizona State lands. The Bar 10 not only continues to thrive as a working cattle ranch but also as a place to experience the adventure of old west, whether it be on ATVs or other vehicles, white water rafting, or horseback riding, or just a place to get away from everything (and I mean everything) of the modern day! The Heaton family continues to own the ranch, with Gavin and Kelly Heaton and their families taking the “reins” of the day to day work of running the Bar 10 Ranch. One thing you can expect from each and every encounter had at the Bar 10 Ranch is warm friendly hospitality from the Heaton family that sticks with you long after you leave. 

Experiencing the Ranch

There are so many things the rustic and remote Bar 10 Ranch has to offer, with ATV & UTV riding just the tip of the enormous iceberg. Start with the ranch lodge offering comfortable accommodations, down home old west

We assume all of you Can-Am Maverick owners or at the very least enthusiasts, want to know about the Maverick changes/updates for 2023 might be. Well here is the summary: Not much. Starting with the Maverick X3 lineup, all models return for 2023 with no overall changes to the Maverick X3 family other than some new colors. The news on the Maverick X3 front revolves around the specific Maverick X3 DS Turbo model that goes from 120 horsepower to 135 horsepower (details below). The Maverick Trail & Sport models remain unchanged for 2023. Here is what you need to know.

What You Need To Know

• Maverick X3 models overall stay the same for 2023 with some additional color combination choices, and new warning messages for the CVT belt temperature sensor.
• Maverick X3 DS Turbo model increases horsepower from 120 to 135 and receives a pDrive primary clutch. The horsepower gain comes from new ECU & calibration, new turbo assembly, and Turbo RR engine injectors (if you care about how the sausage gets made). 
• Maverick X3 X ds package comes with a sport roof and 4-point retractable harness. 
• Maverick Trail & Sport remain unchanged except for color options.

Maverick X3 DS Turbo in Catalyst Gray

2023 Maverick Models

Maverick X3 DS Turbo

Maverick X3 DS Turbo RR

Maverick X3 X DS Turbo RR

Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR

Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR

Maverick X3 X RS Turbo RR With SMART-SHOX

Maverick X3 X RC Turbo RR 64

Maverick

ATV & UTV Demo Rides Across The U.S.

2025

Find opportunities to get behind the wheel or the handlebars of ATVs and side-by-sides before you buy. 

Can-Am

No events currently

Kawasaki

No events currently

Polaris

Oct. 31 - November 1Camp RZR - Glamis Flats, CA

Yamaha

August 15-17- Famous Reading Outdoors-  Pottsville, Pennsylvania- https://readingoutdoors.com/event/2025-yamaha-proven-off-road-demo 

September 6-7 Hay Days - North Branch, MN

Saturday, September 6th - 7am - 5pm

Sunday, September 7th - 7am - 5pm 

2025 ATV & UTV Events

UTV Invasion Waynoka, OK- October 2-5

America's Oasis, OK

Website- https://utvinvasionusa.com/pages/waynoka-oklahoma

UTV Takeover Hurricane, UT - October 14-19

Glamis Sand Dunes, CA

Website- https://www.utvtakeover.com/hurricane-ut/

Polaris Camp RZR , CA- October 31-Nov 1

Glamis Sand Dunes, CA

Website- https://www.camprzr.com/

You did it! You took the plunge and bought a new (or new to you) side-by-side. So what now? While many owners have their own list of the accessories to add to their rig, many new side-by-side owners may not know where to start. With so many options it can be overwhelming as to where to start. We have put a list together of the most common and equally important side-by-side accessories available to give you a place to start. Of course there are so many accessories to offer both to increase your side-by-side’s capability, tailor your ride to the kind of riding you plan to do, and of course to make your side-by-side unique to you. We are always here to answer questions or help in any way, so just reach out to us. Let’s get started. 

1. Roof

Nothing is more important or common on a side-by-side than a roof. Whether it's protecting you from the rain, hail, sleet, and snow, or just keeping the sun off of your back, a roof is a “must-have” for any and all side-by-sides. While many side-by-side models come standard with a roof, there are many roofs available for all models of side-by-sides. The two most common roofs available are made of either plastic or aluminum with most models offering each of these as an option. On occasion a steel model might be available for certain models though it is pretty uncommon. Aluminum roofs are in many cases available in a variety of colors to get the look you want. No matter what model side-by-side you call your own, and no matter what you use it for or the terrain you tackle, a roof is a must.

Of all the things that are important to know about the sport of ATVs and UTVs is where to go to ride them! We have compiled a list of both privately owned riding parks to public riding areas across the U.S. to help you find your own adventure. We will be adding to this list regularily, so check back, and if you see one we don't have please let us know. You can email us at support@shopatvescape.com.

For model year 2022 Can-Am debuted its Smart-SHOX technology on the Maverick X3 family. Competing directly with the Polaris DYNAMIX Live Valve system, Smart-SHOX dynamically controls the shocks' dampening on the fly based upon the terrain, but with one big difference: rebound control. Yes, Smart-SHOX controls both compression and rebound, which at the time (Polaris DYNAMIX now has this also), was unique. Our friends at Dirt TRAX received a Smart-SHOX Maverick X3 MAX model and did a review video on it. Give it a watch.