A reverse system for an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) having an engine and an
engine drive shaft, a reverse activator, an engine speed limiter, and an
override switch. The reverse activator is coupled to the drive shaft. The
reverse activator activates operation of the ATV in a reverse direction.
The engine speed limiter limits engine speed to below a predetermined
level while the reverse activation switch is engaged. The override switch
allows engine speeds above the predetermined level only when the
transmission is in four-wheel-drive. The method of carrying out the
invention is also disclosed.