Cannondale ATV: Getting Your Questions Answered about "the Dale"
More commonly known for its bicycles, Cannondale is also a manufacturer of ATVs. Some sites that serve as good reference guides for Cannondale ATV enthusiasts include:
1) www.cannondaleriders.com,
2) www.cannondaler.com,
3) and www.cdaleparts.com.
Such sites allow you to obtain general information/news about trails and upcoming races, post questions, read reviews, and sell/trade your ATV/parts. Some Cannondale ATVs or “Dales” include the Cannibal, Speed, Blaze, and Moto 440. One reviewer owned a 2002 Cannondale Blaze 440 and reported having to purchase a new motor because the original one blew up. He not only reports that he continues to have problems with his Cannondale ATV, but that his ATV is now worth less than half of what he bought it for. Another Dale owner who races up hills, reports being able to beat most 4-stroke ATVs, but he has never beaten a Banshee in a race. He notes that the Dales are competitive until they reach the 4th gear at which point it doesn’t match the Banshee.
This is one example of how important it is to consider where you plan to race and the length of the race. In a drag race, the YFZ 450 is one 4-stroke that seems to give this reviewer’s Dale good competition up until they get close to the top of the hill, where the YFZ usually needs to drop down a gear. If you’re interested in adding more power, you may want to send your motor out for the appropriate modifications. One Dale owner was referred to www.southbaymoto.com and reported receiving great customer service stating they had a quick turn-around. He said he noticed an enormous difference between his modified motor and the stock motor. If you’re frustrated with your ATV, you may not need to sell it for something else; one modification can lead to a noticeable difference in your ATV.
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