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Introducing the Can-Am ATV DS Model Line for 2008.



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DS 70 / 90 - First up in the Can-Am ATV DS line is the new for 2008 DS 70 and 90. The DS 70 is intended to be a beginning kids four wheeler, while the 90 is aimed at older, and/or more experienced riders.

With a 4-stroke air cooled engine, electric start, CVT transmission with reverse, and a throttle limiter, Can-Am is trying to make these two kids ATVs as user friendly as possible.


Styled to look like the big boy DS models, and with long travel suspension, full floorboards, and day time running lights, they sure won't be mistaken for a toys.

Are they perfect? Not for everybody. There have been some complaints about the 70 being slow. So it probably isn't the best choice if junior is an aspiring racer. But if you're the one that has to chase the kid down before he finds trouble, you may be glad it doesn't go any faster. 

There have also been reports about some reliability issues on early models. As always, make sure you discuss this with the dealer before you take one home. You want to know where you stand before something goes wrong.

Click here for full specifications on the Can-Am ATV DS 70 and DS 90.

DS 90X - Do you want the double throw down, every option they make, loaded to the max model? Then the Can-Am ATV DS 90X is for you! In special sinister black paint, you'll get upgraded suspension and disc brakes. Front bumper, nerf bars, and racing style pegs are part of the package too.

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Click here for all the specs on the DS 90X.

DS 250 - Continues as the full size entry level model in the Can-Am ATV DS line up. Targeted at the recreation end of things, but with a good dose of sport, the DS 250 has features you don't normally see in an entry level machine.

Like what? How about a liquid cooled 4-stroke engine, long travel adjustable suspension on both ends, CVT tranny, hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, and twin headlights.

Yeah, I've heard some snivelin' about not enough power and too much weight. And no, it's not a race bike. What it is ... is a good, solid recreation atv with class leading handling and brakes. That's what really makes for a great entry level 4 wheeler for most folks.

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Click here to see all the specs for the Can-Am ATV DS 250.
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DS 450 - This is the one everybody was waiting for. I could go through all the technical jargon like all the others, but does that really tell you if it works or not? No. Do factory team race wins relate to your style of riding? Probably not. Do I think the Can-Am ATV DS group got this one right? Yes I do.

No four wheeler will be perfect for everyone. Not even narrow focus racing quads suit any two riders the same. But the laws of physics don't change, and neither do some engineering solutions. Like good power, good handling, and good brakes. Oh, and the most important factor of all ... light weight.

If it's that light, will it stay bolted together? In this case, I believe it will. Aerospace technology has been used to achieve the lightest aluminum frame in the class with no welding. Cracking of aluminum frames has long been their Achilles heel. Shouldn't be an issue with the DS 450. With that problem solved, light weight everywhere else is a good thing.

Does it work or is it hype? Yeah, it works, but there is a little hype about the power. It does have class leading horsepower ... but horsepower doesn't always mean power everywhere. Torque is what actually accelerates you. Horsepower is torque x rpm. 

That's why I've never been a big fan of horsepower numbers. I would much rather know what the torque is through the rpm range. A big ultimate horsepower number really doesn't tell you much. It can mean a lot of sacrifices were made in other parts of the power band.

Sporting big intake valves and a big throttle body, it's pretty obvious the goal here was top end horsepower. In the real world, some riders have complained about the 450 being a little soft on the bottom end, especially out of slow corners. But they also felt the big mid-range hit and top end power made it a livable compromise.

Racers will be happy, but if you're a regular sport rider who likes tight trails, a change to lower gearing might be in your future.

Aside from that little glitch, every rider I talked with loved this thing. Racers felt like they could go faster, and sport riders thought they could go longer. The most telling point was everybody felt like it was easier to go fast on the DS 450. And isn't that what we all want?

Click here for the specifications of the Can-Am DS 450.

DS 450X - For about an extra grand, you can move up to this baby - the
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450X. You'll get upgraded adjustable Kayaba shocks and stronger aluminum wheels.

Truth is - the 450X could cause a shortage of aluminum with handlebars, risers, front bumper, and chassis and suspension skid plates all made from the stuff. Top it off with nerf bars and a quick adjust clutch cable, and you just spent $1,000.

Big things are expected from the Can-Am ATV DS models for 2008. Especially the 450, which is already racking up race wins. I think they're sure worth a look.



Related Links:

World of ATVs Home page.

Can-Am ATV Outlander Models.

Can-Am ATV Renegade Models.

Can-Am Home page.


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