Dirt Wheels Magazine

06/11/2026

We'll see you there! Racing

06/11/2026

⚡ DENAGO POWERSPORTS E-HAWK 6 YOUTH ELECTRIC ATV
Teaching a new rider just got easier. Designed for kids ages 6 and up, the electric Denago PowerSports E-Hawk 6 eliminates gas, shifting, and many of the maintenance headaches parents worry about. Just charge it, set the speed, and let young riders build confidence at their own pace.

06/10/2026

🇨🇦 CANADIAN BORDER TO 🇱🇷 THE MEXICAN BORDER 🇲🇽
What happens when a group of UTVs points south at the Canadian border and doesn't stop until they reach Mexico? Nearly 2,200 miles of dirt roads, 10 days of adventure, and the kind of trip most riders only dream about. This is proof that the greatest UTV adventures aren't measured in horsepower. They're measured in miles.
👉 Read the full story:
https://dirtwheelsmag.com/canadian-border-to-the-mexican-border/

A 2200-mile off-road expedition from Canada to Mexico pushed UTVs, drivers, and logistics across remote trails, deserts, and mountain backcountry.

06/10/2026

In case you hadn’t heard… 🤙

06/09/2026

🌵 PRIMM GETS A LIFELINE 🏁
The family behind the legendary Terrible Herbst Motorsports name is stepping in to help keep Primm alive. For generations of off-road racers, that's welcome news and a reason to be optimistic about the future of this iconic off-road racing destination.

06/09/2026

🌵 BRANDEN SIMS RETURNS TO THE TOP AT BAJA 500 🏁
After years of chasing another SCORE victory, Branden Sims put together a smart, mistake-free run to capture the overall UTV win at the Baja 500. The result also continued a remarkable run for Polaris, with RZR teams proving once again they remain a major force whenever the conversation turns to Baja.

06/08/2026

🏁 SPORT QUADS AREN'T DEAD. YAMAHA SAYS THEY'RE THRIVING 🔥
After spending a day riding East Fort Rock with Yamaha engineers and product planners on the 2026 Yamaha YFZ450R and Raptor 700R, one message came through loud and clear: demand for sport quads is stronger than many people think. Could we finally be seeing the start of a sport quad resurgence? Yamaha Outdoors
🎥 Watch the video:
https://youtu.be/ZZsoqlUB8Yw

We joined Yamaha for a rollercoaster of a ride through the 300+ mil...

06/08/2026

🔧 EVEN OLD HONDAS NEED LOVE SOMETIMES ⚙️
Honda ATVs have earned a reputation for being nearly indestructible, but even the most reliable machines can develop problems after decades of use. Sometimes keeping an old Rancher running right means getting a little greasy, doing some troubleshooting, and learning how Honda's unique systems actually work.
👉 Read the full story:
https://dirtwheelsmag.com/auto-brakes-on-a-honda-rancher-350/

A DIRT WHEELS FAN WRITES: “On our farm we have had a well-maintained 2006 Honda Rancher 350 with the 5-speed manual transmission. It ferries people and parts to far flung fields of our farm. However, this summer the brakes seem to have a mind of their own. The more you ride it, the slower it […]

06/08/2026

🏁 GNCC RACE REPORT: WATKINS GLEN 🔥
The legendary Watkins Glen facility welcomed Grand National Cross Country Series ATV racing for the first time, creating one of the most unique stops on the schedule. Fast sections, challenging terrain, and a packed field delivered another exciting chapter in the 2026 championship battle.
👉 Read the full race report:
https://dirtwheelsmag.com/amsoil-watkins-glen-international-gncc-atv-race-report/

Fans received a full day of intense competition, exciting battles for championship points, and a historic moment as the series launched an all-new event at one of America’s most iconic racing facilities.

06/07/2026

Sunday project: We’re replacing our WORCS YFZ450R race build stock wiring harness with a rawconnectionsbymax race-cut harness that will eliminate relays and other unnecessary electronics for closed course racing (and a pound or three).