Suzuki is making good its promise to revitalise Australia’s ATV scene with the introduction of its newest and most innovative ATV model, the LT-A500F Vinson.

Named Vinson after the highest mountain on the Antartic continent, this new ATV has just been released in Australia, and with its bold styling, it already has farmers talking.

“With the introduction of the Eiger ATV series and now the Vinson, Suzuki has definitely made its intentions clear: we plan on reestablishing our position as a major force in the ATV sector,” Suzuki’s General Manager for Motorcycles, Perry Morison, says.

“The LT-A500F Vinson is the largest, most capable and innovative ATV Suzuki has ever produced. It offers a long list of features and boasts Suzuki’s excellent reputation for strength and quality.”

The Vinson enjoys abundant low-rpm torque and increased overall performance compared to previous models. At the heart of the Vinson is an advance design liquid-cooled 493cc, 4-stroke, 4-valve, SOHC engine with high compression ratio and a large 36mm carburettor.

This latest Suzuki ATV makes use of a QuadMatic, fully automatic CVT (continuously variable) transmission with centrifugal clutch, two-speed sub-transmission and reverse for complete versatility in all conditions.

As with the Eiger’s automatic transmission, engine braking on the Vinson occurs automatically when riding downhill, keeping the rider in control. Also aiding traction on the Vinson is a torque-sensing limited slip front differential that distributes power evenly to the front wheels when four wheel drive is engaged

A “Start in Gear” system is another innovative feature of the Vinson’s high-tech transmission. This allows easy starting in any gear and is particularly useful because neutral does not have to be found when restarting.

Selectable four wheel drive is a concept pioneered and introduced into the ATV market by Suzuki several years ago. Selecting between two-wheel drive and four- wheel drive on the Vinson LT-A500F is easily achieved by pressing a conveniently located handlebar-mounted button.

With the inclusion of dual front disc brakes and a large 216mm rear disc brake, the big Vinson is extremely well equipped in the braking department.

To handle the rough terrain the ATV will encounter during its long working life, the Vinson offers class-leading wheel travel, 180 mm on the front and 200 mm at the rear.

The Vinson is designed to allow the rider to tailor the machine to suit the terrain. With 5-way adjustable, double wishbone front suspension and 5-way adjustable, swingarm (twin shocks) rear suspension, the rider is in total control.

To provide greater comfort in varied riding conditions, the Vinson’s seat is
“T-shaped” allowing the rider to adopt different seating positions on the ATV.

In addition to the key areas already mentioned, the LT-A500F Vinson is well appointed with numerous extra features that its competitors can’t match.

Storage space on the Vinson is extremely generous. It makes use of a water resistant, fender-mounted 3.0 litre storage compartment that offers easy access for the rider, a second water resistant 4.5 litre storage box is located underneath the taillight.

Additional carrying capacity on this Suzuki ATV comes in the form of sturdy front and rear racks, ideal for hauling sacks of feed, hay bales or just some extra room for the dog. If further space is required the rider can make use of the Vinson’s trailer hitch.

When darkness falls but there’s still work to be done, the Vinson’s widely-spaced, high / low beam headlights come into their own, while an independent handlebar mounted auxiliary light is directed to where the bars are pointed.

As with the Eiger, the Vinson also has a waterproof 12V DC power outlet to operate a phone, radio or other electronic devices, as well as a rear taillight that incorporates the brake light.

Adding to the Vinson’s strong list of features is handlebar-mounted full digital instrumentation with speedometer, twin tripmeter, hourmeter, clock, gear position indicator and drive mode indicator. Separate instrumentation lights are provided for neutral, reverse, high-beam, parking brake and water temperature warning.

All these features add up to a class-leading ATV package that is not only suited to farm duties, but also recreational activities. With a torquey, large-capacity powerplant, advanced long-travel suspension and a user-friendly design with the latest technology, the Vinson is ideal for both work and play.

Suzuki’s LT-A500F Vinson ATV is now available in Champion Yellow at a suggested retail price of $11,990 including GST.

For further information contact:

Garry Nash or Mitchell Adam
Media Relations - Suzuki Motorcycles
Media & Communication Services
Phone: (03) 9596 9011
Email: garry@mediacomservices.com.au / mitchell@mediacomservices.com.au
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