Dirt Trax Television Co-Host Luke Lester evaluates the all-new and exciting Polaris General 1000 featuring A 100-horsepower engine, Fox QS3 shocks and DNA from both the Polaris Ranger and RZR.
Every wheel and tire combo has its intended purpose and is designed to work best in specific situations. So, making sure your rolling on a set of rubber that best suits where and how you ride will ensure you get the most out of your off road conveyance.
Our project 2016 Grizzly 700 is being designed to go anywhere and look good doing so. One of our chief concerns is reliability getting through sharp rocks and deep marsh crossings. After one call, Kimpex set us up with the perfect combination for wheels and tires from MSA and Arisun.
Arisun tires feature differing levels of Aramid reinforced composite construction, which provide the ultimate level of protection against pinch flats and punctures. The Bruiser XT line of tires is an 8 ply construction which also incorporates their K4D level of defense.
This is Comprised of two layers of nylon for the base then a layer of special nylon plus composite material that wraps around shoulder protecting the sidewall along with a belt of high strength Aramid which protects the tire against punctures.
The radial tires construction with Direction chevron tread also produces a balanced tire with large contact surface, which confidently handles any terrain.
Dressing up our ride is MSAs M23 Battle wheel. This is one solution design that offers up a tough design and rugged performance. With their 4-spoke design and flat black finish we definitely nailed it in the looks department. Nice little details like the chrome star center cap and faux beadlock look really make them stand out and the all-terrain tough flat black automotive grade paint will withstand the gnarliest terrain keeping them looking pristine.
For more information on Arisun Tires and MSA wheels visit Kimpex at kimpex.com
CFMOTO Canada is proud to announce a new Brand Partnership with Lucas Oil. This new association will have Lucas Oil become the Official Oil and Fuel Treatments of CFMOTO Canadas entire product line.
CFMOTO Dealers across Canada will become Lucas Oil outlets with access to the entire Lucas Oil product line. Additionally, Lucas Oil will be working with CFMOTO at select shows and racing events.
CFMOTO Brand Ambassador and MAVTV Motorsports Personality Kevin Cullen says “Lucas Oils unmatched commitment to the motorsports and powersports category is simply the biggest in the business! I am extremely happy to have this new relationship added to the CFMOTO Product line”
Matthew Irvine of Lucas Oil Products Canada says “We are very excited to be a part of the growth and success of CFMOTO and look forward to a long and prosperous relationship for both parties. Lucas Oil’s brand recognition and quality partnered with CFMOTOs highly engineered products is definitely a winner!”
Carl Patoine, President of CFMOTO Canada, says “Lucas Oil Products are all about Performance and so is CFMOTO. This partnership is going to take performance and reliability to the next level! Our Customer is King and we only want to deliver the Best to them!”
CFMOTO: A WORLD LEADER
Founded in 1989, CFMOTO designs and manufactures innovative Power Sports Vehicles. CFMOTO is a world leader in liquid cooled engine production for quads and motorcycles. Distributed in over 70 countries, CFMOTO has an annual production capacity of 800,000 engines and 600,000 vehicles. CFMOTO products are distributed by CMI/CFMOTO Canada through a network of quality Authorized CFMOTO Dealerships. For more information, visit www.cfmoto.ca
ABOUT LUCAS OIL PRODUCTS
Founded in 1989 by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, Lucas Oil Products, Inc. is the fastest-growing lubrication product line in the consumer automotive aftermarket. Products include engine oils, greases, gear lubes, problem-solving additives and car-care products. The company markets 272 unique formulations in forty countries.
Motorsports is the cornerstone of the company’s marketing strategy leading them to sponsor race teams, events and series at all levels, including, NHRA, ASCS, NASCAR, INDYCAR, IHRA and many more. Lucas Oil has also taken ownership and operational control of a number of high profile racing properties such as: Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, Lucas Oil Drag Boat Series, Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, Lucas Oil Modified Series and the Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO. For more information, visit: www.lucasoil.com.
MAVTV: With programming such as the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl, Lucas Oil Drag Boats, Lucas Oil Off Road Racing, Late Model Dirt, Lucas Oil Modified, Lucas Oil Pro Motocross, the FIA World Rally Championship and Pirelli World Challenge, MAVTV has become the go to place for motorsports fans. MAVTV is currently available on DirectTV, Comcast, Google Fiber, Time Warner Cable, Verizon and Charter, along with many others. For more information, visit: www.mavtv.com
CFMOTO CANADA Marketing Team
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We recently had the opportunity to travel to Californias central coast to ride Kawasakis MULE SX and get a better feel for its target market.
Seriously, if youre expecting wheel spinning, high-speed action, youre going to be disappointed. The MULE SX simply isnt that type of vehicle… not at all. However, Kawasaki stands firmly behind the MULE SXs intended user and feels strongly its a market Kawasaki dominates.
Lets take a look at what it offers: Supplying power to the ground is a 401cc air-cooled single churning out a mind-bending 13.5-horsepower. This carbureted engine provides smooth and easy-going conveyance – perfect for ranch owners with relatively light duties or families with younger, less experienced riders that still want to get out for a drive.
This decidedly mellow engine chugs along and does whats expected of it capably, navigating hilly countryside and smooth, even pathways exactly like we experienced surrounding the beautiful Ancient Peaks Winery.
The cab features an adjustable tilt steering with a comfortable thick grip steering wheel plus a plush bench seat with a lap belt. The durable textured floor can handle abuse from muddy boots and hoses out nicely.
Load up the steel cargo bed with up to 400 pounds of cargo – anything from plants for gardening to hunting gear and hitch up 1,100-pounds of gear to haul wherever you feel your MULE SX can take you. It may not get you there bullet fast, but itll do the trick. It also features selectable 2/4WD and a dual mode rear differential for added traction when required.
The MULE SX has a McPherson strut front suspension and a one-piece swing axle rear suspension. With only 6.7-inches of ground clearance youre pretty much forced to remember this vehicle is not made for aggressive trail riding.
However, this set-up does do an admirable job of providing a decent ride experience and fits perfectly into the expectations of a buyer looking for a light-duty UTV in this horsepower range. Its really ideal for getting you and a friend out to a watering hole for a day of fishing, lugging gear out to your hunt camp or loading up the cargo bed with a sprayer implement.
The MULE SX is capable and we give Kawasaki credit for recognizing the needs of this segment and providing a vehicle that fits it so well. Another bonus is the MULE SXs ridiculously enticing Kawasaki STRONG 3-Year Limited Warranty.
For more information on the Kawasaki MULE SX, visit kawasaki.com
The last week has seen a storm of new product releases from Polaris for its incredible 2017 line-up and alongside that excitement comes a teaser from Can-Am for an all-new side-x-side. The big questions remain, what is it and where is Can-Am taking us on August 16th?
We’re guessing X-3 is the generational naming convention of this new rig. However, maybe it refers to the seat layout or number of engine cylinders? Only Can-Am knows for sure at this point, but let’s take a few moments to work through this. Right, wrong or indifferent we’ll know just how close we got in a few short weeks.
Can-Am is pushing limits in many categories, but it’s no surprise the Commander has been around the longest. Is it possible with the release and wide acceptance of the Polaris General and now the 2017 General-4, Can-Am has created a new version of this sport ute and is taking a defensive stance with an ultra sporty yet utility-capabable Maverick based vehicle?
Maybe, but from the first teaser video we think it looks too wide to be a sport utility side-x-side, which leads us away from the 3-seater rumors that’ve been floating around.
The wide wheels sticking out past the fenders in teaser #1 suggest it’s sporty, the aggressive power-sliding would lend to that notion as well and what looks to be sand on the ground again heads down the road of ultimate pure sport buggy.
So if this is the case has Can-Am walked away from the chassis fundamentals of the current Maverick? Probably not. There’s a lot invested in the Maverick’s design and it’s a good vehicle in both two and 4-seat configurations.
However, the interior layout of the Maverick has always been a point of argument with performance drivers and the turbocharged 1000 Rotax can’t have that much left under the hood to boost past Polaris’ 144 HP 1000 XP Turbo, so what is the X-3?
Much like the RZR XP evolved from the base RZR design, the X-3 is going to be the competition-crusher that Can-Am Pure sport enthusiasts have been waiting for.
Expect to see a full overhaul of the entire vehicle from frame and suspension to cockpit layout and engine design. The seating position would need to be dropped to the floor and reclined into an aggressive Wildcat like layout, while the motor package would be sent further back in the chassis.
When you dig into the available motor packages from Rotax there’s a lot to choose from. While we can only hope one day a manufacturer puts a 2-stroke into any new offroad vehicle we doubt we’ll see it happening anytime soon. So with that said a motor like the Rotax 904 producing 105 HP could be the answer and with a supercharger mounted to it, well you could be in neighborhoor of a 150 horsepower.
Another possibility would be the V-twin 998cc Spyder motor with the tune up the Aprilia RSV Mille received at 143 HP, that’s a Rotax naturally aspirated motor built for a high performance motorcycle.
A turbo or supercharger on that motor would capably and reliably push horsepower in the 160 horsepower range without an issue.
At the end of the day we are all left speculating untilthe sheets are pulled off at the BRP dealer show on the 16th of August. Can-Am won’t sit still for too long and with Polaris pushing so hard to stay in first place, the only attack plan with a competitor this strong is a full frontal assault with a vehicle that doesn’t just compare, but aims to dominate it in every way like the 2016 Can-Am Defender did with the XP 900 Ranger.
There’s one thing you don’t want to do and that’s underestimate the potential of BRP’s incredible engineering team. There’s never been a shortage of rabbits to pull out of their collective hats!
Even though were in the middle of a heat wave, we all know cooler weather s just around the corner and its one of the best times of the year to enjoy riding.
A little extra layering can make the ride more enjoyable too as theres nothing worse than being that guy that complaining about the weather because he didnt prepare as well as he shouldve.
Thats where FXR has you covered with its Recoil Lite Trilaminate jacket. This Jacket is excellent for layering and providing additional protection from biting winds and even the occasional light rainfall.
This jacket is not only stylish, it features a waterproof front zipper, waterproof zippered chest vent with Dry-Vent insert, waterproof zippered hand pockets, hook and loop adjustable cuffs to keep the breeze from blowing up your arm and it also has a hood so you can cover your head when you stop for a break on the trail.
If your friends are anything like mine, you wont get a bit of sympathy if youre cold so its best to be prepared. Combine the Recoil Lite Trilaminate jacket with FXRs Elevation Fleece zip-up and youll be good all day so you can join in on ripping your one buddy that thought for sure the weather would be warmer than it turned out to be.
Visit fxrracing.com
Polaris, the worldwide leader in off-road vehicles, is announcing 11 new models, several product enhancements, and a new, ground-breaking technology that will revolutionize the off-road riding experience.
The 2017 news stems from Polaris’ relentless pursuit of innovation, and its commitment to building the very best off-road solutions for its riders.
The new, groundbreaking technology RIDE COMMAND is a unique solution that solves the most common experiential problems of off-road riding by connecting the disconnect.
With the RIDE COMMAND app and an intuitive, weather-resistant RIDE COMMAND 7-in. (17.8-cm.) display, the system connects people to their machines and people-to-people for a more social off-road experience. RIDE COMMAND is available on the RZR XP 1000 EPS Velocity Blue Limited Edition.
RANGER introduces the all-new flagship, the RANGER XP 1000, with the most-powerful engine ever in utility side-by-side and exclusive Three-Mode Throttle Control.
For carrying more passengers, Polaris also is introducing the new RANGER CREW XP 1000. In addition, there are new models across every price point and consumer application.
Polaris GENERAL answers the demands of consumers by introducing a new four-seat model and new features on its existing, two-seat model.
Sportsman redesigns and re-launches its high-powered flagship models, with 91 horsepower and an all-new body for unmatched sport-utility ATV experience. Also being introduced are ATVs for new applications and more value into the lineup.
Polaris ACE delivers everything customers have asked for by introducing a more-powerful and affordable entry-level model, adding performance and ride quality on a trail-capable vehicle, and introducing a big-power and suspension option to the lineup.
Polaris Engineered Accessories further enhances its already expansive accessory offering for more customization options across the brands.
Polaris continues to be No. 1 in powersports for a reason. More information about Polaris’ Off-Road Vehicles and Polaris Engineered Accessories can be found online at polaris.com.
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader with annual 2015 sales of $4.7 billion. Polaris fuels the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts with our RANGER, RZR and POLARIS GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; our SPORTSMAN and POLARIS ACE all-terrain off-road vehicles; VICTORY and INDIAN MOTORCYCLE midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; SLINGSHOT moto-roadsters; and Polaris RMK, INDY, SWITCHBACK and RUSH snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories sold under multiple recognizable brands, and has a growing presence in adjacent markets globally with products including military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles.
Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII) is issuing a stop-ride/stop-sale advisory, pending a formal recall, for MY2016 RZR Turbo off-road vehicles, due to a potential fire hazard.
Polaris is currently evaluating a comprehensive repair solution. Once validated, repair instructions will be issued to Polaris dealers and vehicle owners will be notified that they can contact their dealer about scheduling a free repair. Until then, owners should not ride, and dealers should not sell, MY2016 RZR Turbo models.
All owners of affected vehicles are being contacted directly. In addition, updates will be posted on the RZR Recall page: CLICK HERE
Owners can also contact Polaris at 800-765-2747 or online at polaris.com.
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader with annual 2015 sales of $4.7 billion. Polaris fuels the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts with our RANGER, RZR and POLARIS GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; our SPORTSMAN and POLARIS ACE all-terrain off-road vehicles; VICTORY and INDIAN MOTORCYCLE midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; SLINGSHOT moto-roadsters; and Polaris RMK, INDY, SWITCHBACK and RUSH snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories sold under multiple recognizable brands, and has a growing presence in adjacent markets globally with products including military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles.
The General has become a hot seller for Polaris this season and for good reason. The 1000cc powered Sport-Ute has redefined the market when it comes to a multi-purpose vehicle that delivers big on sport performance.
As with any side-x-side, outfitting it with larger tires is one of the first items to check off the list. Out of the box, the General comes with 27-inch tires and is clutched for 0-3500-feet elevation and while performance is similar to its sister RZR 1000 S the General is geared lower. Swapping out the tires for 28-inchers or larger will drag down performance and put extra strain on the belt leading to poor engagement and premature failure.
Dalton’s answer to all this is its new DUV P10G clutch kit. Coming complete with optional secondary springs and Dalton’s Quick Adjust Flyweights this kit can optimally be set up for different tire sizes and conditions and back again to the original 27-inchers if you wish. As with other kits from Dalton performance improvements center on increased traction and quicker acceleration along with smoother back shifting so that you can roll through corners without excessive load.
For more information on Dalton’s Polaris General 1000 clutch kit visit daltonindustries.com
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