XL-7 2nd Gen. Vehicle Specifications

ZUKIWORLD online’s   XL-7 Gen 2 -Introduced in 2007 designated by 4 doors, and a larger capacity from a Grand Vitara. Upgraded trim packages, transverse mounted V6 engine, Unibody design.   ENGINE     Type:                                       3.6-liter, V6, 24-valve DOHC (Suzuki N36A) Materials:                                Aluminum cylinder block/aluminum cylinder heads Displacement:                         3.6 liters (3,564 cc/217 cu. in.) Bore x stroke:                          94.0 mm x …

Read More »

POWERFEST – Ten Year Anniversary Event Draws From Far-Far Away

POWERFEST 2008 Ten Year Anniversary Event Draws From Far-Far Away Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: D. Arnold, B. Bagwell, D. Cappel FOREST GROVE, OR – The Tillamook State Forest OHV area has been a Mecca for 4-wheeling enthusiasts for many years. Recently; however, there has been a dark cloud over the management of the OHV area and many trails as well …

Read More »

ZUKIWORLD Reviews: PetroWorks Suzuki Sidekick / Geo Tracker 2 door Sport Cage

PETROWORKS SUZUKI SIDEKICK / GEO TRACKER 2 DOOR SPORT CAGE Bolt In Protection For Your Sidekick and Tracker Editor: Eric Bewley Story/Photo: Jason Hutchison San Clemente, CA – Time and time again we found ourselves looking for a roll cage for our trusty little Sidekick.  Whether a tipsy situation on a trail, or your inching along a drop off with …

Read More »

‘Zukfari – Fall Classic 2009 Simply the Best

The Best People, Best Weather, Best Terrain for Adventure Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: S. Bewley, B. Bagwell, D. Arnold, G. Fuller Christmas Valley, OR – As long as can be remembered, we have never been more blessed with the most mild and gentle weather than that which we had for this adventure. This year brought a lot of familiar faces …

Read More »

‘Zukfari – Fall Classic ’07 Great Adventure in Central Oregon

FALL CLASSIC ’07 Another Great Adventure in Central Oregon. Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: S. Vaillancort, D. Arnold, Kris Fort Rock, OR – The fall classic always seems to be one of our favorite events every year. We always look forward to it and are never disappointed. We had a great turn out of hearty adventurers ready and willing to endure …

Read More »

ZUKIWORLD Reviews: Shrockworks Suzuki Samurai Gast Tank Skid Plate

SHROCKWORKS Upgrading Undercarriage Protection With A Gas Tank Skid Plate. Editor/Photo: Eric Bewley ALBANY, OR – It can happen to anyone. You go out for a hard day’s wheeling and bruise your underside on several big rocks and the very next time you go to fill up your tank, it now magically only holds seven gallons instead of ten. This …

Read More »

POWERFEST ’05 – The PowerFest Event Returns With A Bang.

POWERFEST ’05 The PowerFest Event Returns With A Bang. Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: S. Bewley, G. Fuller, Derek Jarman, CJ Price Tillamook State Forest, OR. – It has been two years since the last Powerfest was held in the Pacific North West OHV wonderland known as Tillimook State Forest. This coupled with over two inches of rain and stormy clouds …

Read More »

ZUKIWORLD Reviews: The Sky’s Offroad Design 2-inch Body Lift for Suzuki Sidekick / Geo Tracker

SKY’S OFFROAD DESIGN Sidekick Body Lift Editor: Eric Bewley Story/Photo: R.H.S.C. SAN DIEGO, CA -Off we go here at ZUKIWORLD Online with another great Sidekick build-up project. One of the easiest and most affordable ways of getting some additional clearance for large tires is a body lift. We decided to install a 2 inch body lift on our project vehicle …

Read More »

Installing Calmini’s 2 Inch Suspension Kit For The Sidekick

ON HIGHER GROUND Installing Calmini’s 2 Inch Suspension Kit For The Sidekick Editor: Eric Bewley Story/Photo: Corey Kychik TOPEKA, KS -The first time I took my 97 Tracker out wheeling, I was piloting my trusty Tracker over a breaking ledge and my cross member met up with the rocks in a most unfavorable fashion. It was then, I quickly realized …

Read More »

4×4 Adventure – Wheeling the Wonders of Washington State / Naches

ZUKIWORLD ADVENTURE SERIES Wheeling The Wonders Of Washington State. Story/Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: S. Bewley & V. DocFunkie NACHES, WA. —- We traveled to Washington state this summer as part of the Adventure Series to re-visit some of the exceptional trails that are offered in the Naches area just North and West of Yakima, Washington. We met up with a …

Read More »