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Forum => ATV Pow-Wow => Topic started by: kennhurr on May 05, 2023, 04:11:39 AM
Looking for some data to see if there are any two stroke ATV's being produced in 2023. Are the two-stroke quads gone forever?
Most major ATV manufacturers had shifted to producing 4-stroke engines due to environmental regulations and emissions standards.
While some specialized or niche manufacturers might still produce 2-stroke ATVs for certain markets, the majority of mainstream ATV manufacturers had transitioned to 4-stroke engines for their vehicles. 4-stroke engines are generally preferred for their improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and smoother power delivery.
2 strokers are long gone from the big boys...
For Honda, the last year that they produced a 2-stroke ATV was in 1989. The Honda TRX250R, which was a high-performance two-stroke ATV, was produced until 1989. After that, Honda shifted its focus to producing 4-stroke ATV models to comply with evolving environmental regulations and emissions standards.
The last year that Kawasaki produced a 2-stroke ATV was in 2006. The Kawasaki KFX400, which was a sport ATV, utilized a 2-stroke engine and was manufactured until 2006.
Polaris produced its last 2-stroke ATV in the early 2000's. The Polaris Trail Blazer 250 was one of the 2-stroke ATVs produced by Polaris, and its production continued until around 2006.
The last year that Suzuki produced a 2-stroke ATV was in the mid-2000's. The Suzuki QuadSport Z400, which was a sport ATV, featured a 2-stroke engine and was manufactured until around 2008.
Last but not least, the last year that Yamaha produced a 2-stroke ATV was in the mid-2000's. The Yamaha Blaster 200, a popular 2-stroke sport ATV, was produced until around 2006.
I don't see 2 stroke engines making a comeback in 2023 or anytime soon.