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46 • July 11, 2016 • Powersports Business ATV/UTV www.PowersportsBusiness.com For 2017, Yamaha's ATV lineup includes an all-new youth YFZ50. Also recently announced were the Matte Silver Grizzly SE, Alpine White Grizzly, Midnight Blue Metallic Kodiak 700 SE, Kodiak 700 EPS in Steel Blue, grey metallic Raptor 700 SE, Blaze Orange Raptor 700, black metallic YFZ450R SE and a white Raptor 90. 2017 GRIZZLY Boasting superior handling, comfort and per- formance purpose-built for exploring, hunting and recreational riding, the 2017 Grizzly is designed to be the most comfortable, off-road capable and durable big bore ATV. New for 2017 is a Matte Silver SE with machined aluminum wheels, painted plas- tics and special graphics; a new Alpine White model with machined aluminum wheels, and new Steel Blue model with machined alumi- num wheels. In addition, now all Grizzly ATVs will be equipped with EPS. The 2017 Grizzly is also offered in Hunter Green, Realtree Xtra and the Crimson Metallic Limited Edition (LE) featuring painted plastics, special graphics, machined aluminum wheels, removable fairing with windscreen, heated grips, thumb warmer and heated seat. 2017 GRIZZLY SE The latest generation Grizzly features aggres- sive styling with redesigned front and rear fend- ers, a handlebar mounted work light, 26-inch tires, twin-piston four-wheel disc brakes, supe- rior suspension and Yamaha's proven core drivetrain technologies. Along with Yamaha's proven Ultramatic transmission, the 2017 Grizzly delivers opti- mized engine character for recreational riding, featuring a 708cc engine with more power and torque than previous models. Yamaha Grizzly's handling, performance and off-road capability provide the rider with confidence and comfort, all at an MSRP starting at $9,699. 2017 KODIAK 700 Redefining the mid-size utility ATV category, the Kodiak 700 is built for work with a com- fortable and compact feeling new chassis. The 2017 line of Kodiak 700s include a new Mid- night Blue Metallic SE with silver metallic painted wheels and Yamaha's legendary On- Command four-wheel drive system, a new Steel Blue model with cast aluminum wheels, along with Hunter Green, Red and Realtree Xtra models. Styling, smooth power and torque create the foundation for a range of features that all combine to make the Kodiak 700 ATVs the most powerful in their pricing categories, while maintaining Yamaha's legendary durability and off-road performance. The Kodiak 700 features a 708cc engine with engine character optimized to deliver smooth power and strong torque for all-day comfort and ease of use. All Kodiak 700s feature Yamaha's proven Ultra- matic fully automatic transmission with high, low, reverse and neutral, providing the indus- try's most durable CVT transmission and the most natural-feeling engine braking through- out the RPM range. The MSRP for the Kodiak 700 starts at only $6,999. 2017 YFZ50 AND RAPTOR 90 YOUTH ATVS The all-new YFZ50 is designed to introduce riders ages 6 years old and up to the fun and excitement of sport ATVs. With new styling based on the popular championship-winning YFZ450R, the all-new entry-level YFZ50 will bring the world of Yamaha sport ATV perfor- mance to more families and a new generation of motorsports enthusiasts. Built to Yamaha style and quality standards, the new electric-start YFZ50 mounts a 49.4cc air-cooled engine with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) on an all-new lightweight chassis. Parents can feel confident introducing their 6-year-old to ATV riding with parental controls integrated into the machine, including adjustable RPM and throttle limiters, as well as a tether switch capable of shutting off the engine from a pull-string if or when needed. The 2017 YFZ50 comes in Team Yamaha Blue/ White at a $2,099 MSRP. "Off-roading is a family activity, and Yamaha is now providing riders 6 years and up the opportunity to get involved on the sporty Grizzly, Kodiak among Yamaha's '17 ATV models See Yamaha, Page 49 All 2017 Grizzly ATVs are equipped with EPS.