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ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

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    ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    The lady bought an '07 Outlander 650 for her place in ME so I am assuming I'll be the one who takes care of it. Anyone know of known problems or must do's that might not have been done. Tips and tricks welcome. The Can Am forums seem to be a little light so just looking for a jumping off point or whatevah ya got kehd.

    I downloaded the service manual and will start some light torture going through that. From my years off-roading I'm assuming regular oil change and greasing is a good idea.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    most ATVs have regular gear case oil changes as well as engine oil & greasing, I assume Can Am does to, I have a local friend with a Can Am

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Engine oil, gear oil (differentials & shaft drive), hit all the zerk fittings and keep an eye on the brake pads reguarly if used in sand/mud, make sure the radiator is never caked with mud and you'll be good in most cases. I try to do all of mine once a year and I keep a close eye on the ones that have a radiator.

    Not sure if there's Can Am specific things to watch out for. In general, they're pretty solid & reliable machines.

    The only other thing to keep an eye on is the clutches, especially if it's going to be run in any wet environments. Some machines go into limp mode at a predetermined mileage/hour to force you to remember to check that.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Keep the air filter clean or limp mode.

    Also, keep the switchgear clean and out of the elements as much as possible. I mean, don't over think it, just avoid leaving it outside and uncovered as a means of storage.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Awesome, all good tips. It lives in a shed so that's good.

    Define keep an eye on the clutches. I've never dealt with a belted machine before.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    The more and more I'm reading the more I'm terrified of any water and mud at all. I always thought you could get fairly deep with atvs.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    I got water in my belt case once, never noticed it till one very cold morning in November, it was frozen solid into an ice cube, had to take it to dealer to be parked inside

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    Quote Originally Posted by obsolete View Post
    The more and more I'm reading the more I'm terrified of any water and mud at all. I always thought you could get fairly deep with atvs.
    You can! Most intakes & case breathers now are up by the handlebars. But there IS the offchance you get water in either. Trust me when I tell ya that Outlander is a beast.

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    That's definitely good to know. I gotta take a closer look. It's certainly fun. Had it out for a quick rip and it was impressive.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Only belt driven machine I've ever seen have a problem getting wet was because it was submarined.

    If the covers are properly mounted and secured you'll be fine.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Quote Originally Posted by butcher bergs View Post
    Only belt driven machine I've ever seen have a problem getting wet was because it was submarined.

    If the covers are properly mounted and secured you'll be fine.
    After some reading on a canam forum it seems like people are over cautious about water. Lot of people tossing on snorkel kits for the intake, belt intake and exhaust, gear case vent and fuel tank vent. Me thinks I'd need to be in almost 3 feet of water for that.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    shit happens ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.-waterhole-jpg

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Quote Originally Posted by RandyO View Post
    shit happens ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.-waterhole-jpg
    Well that's why I'm gonna buy her a winch haha

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    I have a winch now, but not because of that, I put a plow on it last winter.

    I pulled it out of that waterhole by hand, with block & tackle... hidden 2ft underwater ledge dropoff/rise depending on which direction yer going. I was all alone on that expedition into exploring my brothers trail system

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Quote Originally Posted by obsolete View Post
    After some reading on a canam forum it seems like people are over cautious about water. Lot of people tossing on snorkel kits for the intake, belt intake and exhaust, gear case vent and fuel tank vent. Me thinks I'd need to be in almost 3 feet of water for that.
    Just run it the way it is! Take care of the typical maintenance stuff and you'll be fine.

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    Re: ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.

    Quote Originally Posted by Stoneman View Post
    Just run it the way it is! Take care of the typical maintenance stuff and you'll be fine.
    I agree, don't know if I came across that way in my previous post. I think they're overboard.

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    Quote Originally Posted by obsolete View Post
    I agree, don't know if I came across that way in my previous post. I think they're overboard.
    People get SO out of hand with snorkels & shit. It's the ATV version of loud exhausts & lift kits - although they do a lot of that on wheelers as well. Most don't even have a need for them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RandyO View Post
    shit happens ATV Stuff cause... I have no idea.-waterhole-jpg
    I'm in the shallow waterhole, the one beyond, snorkels are required, when my brother saw this pic, he was amazed I made it out myself without a winch, he's always going to this hole and rescuing people, if I had better tires, I would have climbed the underwater ledge

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