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Can-Am recently unveiled an all-new Triple Black coloration for eight vehicles in its 2017 off-road lineup.
The fierce, new “blacked-out” finish creates a menacing appearance that fully supports the Can-Am brands aggressive side. The 2017 Triple Black painted coloration also includes black components to create a stealthy all-black appearance. The new Triple Black family of ATV and side-by-sides has started to arrive in Can-Am dealerships in North America.
The lineup consists of the Maverick 1000R Turbo and Commander XT-P side-by-side vehicles and four ATVs (Outlander XT-P 1000R/850, Outlander MAX XT-P 1000R/850, Outlander X mr 1000R and Renegade X xc 1000R).
CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R TURBO
The Maverick 1000R Turbo side-by-side vehicle, powered by a 131-hp Rotax turbocharged engine, received new front and rear FOX 2.5 Podium QS3 shocks, a standard front sway bar and the new Triple Black coloration for 2017. The new FOX 2.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks allow for simpler and quicker compression adjustments, have a tool-free adjuster and numerous fine-tuning ranges. The additional Bottom-Out Control on the rear shocks allows for less compression damping at ride-height to improve comfort and traction, while reducing harsh impacts. The new front sway bar uses a torsional spring design to counter weight transfers to reduce body roll and create an even flatter and more desirable handling experience. The Maverick 1000R TURBO side-by-side vehicle is available in an all-new menacing Triple Black painted coloration (Light Grey, White and Octane Blue is also available).
– 131-hp Turbocharged Rotax 1000R V-Twin engine w/ high-flow design
– CVT with Quick Response System (QRS)
– High-flow dynamics
– Torsional Trailing A-arms (TTA) rear suspension with 16 inches of Travel
– FOX 2.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks
– Front sway bar
– 88-inch (223.5 cm) wheelbase
– 14-inch black painted cast-aluminum wheels with 28-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE
– Color offerings: Triple Black painted and Light Grey, White and Octane Blue
– From $20,499
Commander XT-P 1000
The Can-Am Commander XT-P 1000, available with the Rotax 1000 V-Twin engine, is engineered to withstand the extremes of the trail and has ability to work and play. With beadlock wheels, rock sliders, heavy-duty front bumper and FOX 2.0 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks, it’s ready for even the roughest terrain. And now with its Triple Black finish it has an intimidating appearance to match its all-around toughness.
The Commander XT-P also includes Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering, Visco-Lok QE for precision control for chores and trail adventures. Its 27-inch (68.6 cm) Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires, 4,500-pound (2,041 kg) winch and mud guards means its built for nasty off-road situations and work around the ranch.
– 85-hp Rotax 1000 V-Twin Engine
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE
– FOX 2.0 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks
– 12-inch (30.5 cm) aluminum beadlock wheels
– Heavy-duty front bumper
– Rock sliders
– Mudguards
– Analog / digital gauge
– Custom steering wheel
– Color offering: Painted Triple Black
– From $17,699
Outlander XT-P 1000 / XT-P 850
The sporty, rec-utility Outlander XT-P 1000R and XT-P 850 ATVs wear the all-new painted Triple Black coloration for 2017 and include all the XT package components and a few of their own specific parts to the make them unique. These ATVs, which both offer class-leading power, use new FOX 1.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks and updated black 14-inch cast-aluminum wheels with authentic beadlocks with all-new ITP TerraCross tires.
The sport-utility ATVs also have the ability to work hard with a 300-pound combined rack capacity, front and rear heavy-duty bumpers, skid plate, 1,300-pound tow rating, 5.7-gallon rear storage box and a 3,000-pound winch. The 2017 model year also includes a new Radio Frequency Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.), the industrys only integrated security system, as standard equipment. Can-Am ATVs and side-by-side vehicles all feature a one-year maintenance break-in period and an easy-to-use maintenance center for convenience.
– 89-hp, 80º 976cc liquid-cooled eight-valve Rotax V-twin engine / 78-hp, liquid-cooled, 80º 854cc V-twin engine
– Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
– FOX 1.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks
– Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI™) rear suspension
– Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
– Surrounding Spar Technology (SST™) G2 Frame
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE front differential
– 14-inch (35.6 cm) cast-aluminum beadlock wheels
– 26-inch (66 cm) ITP TerraCross tires
– High-strength multi-function racks with LinQ quick-attach accessory system
– Water-resistant rear storage box
– 1,300-pound towing capacity
– Large 5.4-Gal. (20.5 L) fuel tank
– Radio Frequency (RF) Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
– Analog / digital gauge package
– 625-W magneto
– 3,000-pound WARN winch
– Standard skid plate
– Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
– Aluminum handlebars w/ square bar pad and race-type grips
– Wind deflectors w/ aluminum, full-wrap braces
– Color offering: Painted Triple Black
– From $13,399
Outlander MAX XT-P 1000 / MAX XT-P 850
The 2017 Can-Am Outlander MAX XT-P packages can be purchased with either class-leading Rotax power plant (89-hp 1000-class or the 78-hp 850-class engines). The intimidating Triple Black MAX XT-P package is purpose built to behave as a fully loaded two-up ATV with the ability to transform to a one-up performance 4×4 ATV.
New for 2017 is the updated RF D.E.S.S. key system, painted Triple Black finish, larger ITP tires and black cast-aluminum beadlock wheels and new FOX Podium QS3 shocks. The Outlander MAX package includes the longer 59-inch wheelbase to accommodate a passenger including a removable seat (Convertible Rack System), passenger-focused comfort, handholds, footrests and more. While the longer chassis and wheelbase better accommodates a passenger, they also create a very stable ATV for when used for work and single-rider exploration.
– 89-hp, 80º 976cc liquid-cooled eight-valve Rotax V-twin engine / 78-hp, liquid-cooled, 80º 854cc V-twin engine
– Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
– FOX 1.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks
– Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI™) rear suspension
– Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
– Surrounding Spar Technology (SST™) G2 Frame
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE front differential
– 14-inch (35.6 cm) cast-aluminum beadlock wheels
– 26-inch (66 cm) ITP TerraCross tires
– High-strength multi-function racks with LinQ quick-attach accessory system
– Water-resistant rear storage box
– 1,300-pound towing capacity
– Large 5.4-Gal. (20.5 L) fuel tank
– 59-inch wheelbase
– Dynamic Passenger Comfort (DPC™)
– Passenger handholds
– Passenger footrests
– Convertible Rack System (CRS™) w/ box
– Radio Frequency (RF) Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
– Analog / digital gauge package
– 625-W magneto
– 3,000-pound WARN winch
– Standard skid plate
– Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
– Aluminum handlebars w/ square bar pad and race-type grips
– Wind deflectors w/ aluminum, full-wrap braces
– Color offering: Painted Triple Black
– From $14,399
Outlander X mr 1000R
Can-Am offers more specialized mud-specific off-road vehicles than any other manufacturer and the flagship Triple Black Can-Am Outlander X mr 1000R ATV continues to reign supreme in its class thanks to its industry-leading 89-hp liquid-cooled Rotax V-Twin mill.
Using the longer wheelbase and MAX chassis, the Outlander X mr 1000R ATV comes complete with FOX 1.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks, updated RF D.E.S.S. and new 14-inch (35.6 cm) aluminum wheels. It is also known for being purpose built, as it includes a mud-ready CVT, integrated CVT intake and exhaust, relocated radiator, mud-riding foot pegs, huge 30-inch Gorilla Axle Silverback tires and X-package themed componentry.
– 89-hp Rotax V-Twin engine
– Mud-ready CVT with lower “L” gear range
– Integrated CVT intake and exhaust system
– Large, relocated radiator
– 1,300-pound towing capacity
– FOX 1.5 Podium QS3 piggyback shocks
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE front differential
– 14-inch (35.6 cm) cast-aluminum wheels
– 30-inch (76.2 cm) Gorilla Axle Silverback tires
– SST G2 frame with Geometric Contact Control (59-inch wheelbase)
– Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension
– Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
– One-year maintenance break-in
– Easy-to-use maintenance center
– 3,000-pound WARN winch
– Mud-riding foot pegs
– Mudguards
– Aluminum taper-profile handlebar with square pad
– Handlebar wind deflectors with aluminum braces (full wrap)
– Front and rear bumpers
– Standard skid plate
– High-strength, multi-function rear rack with LinQ™ quick-attach accessory system
– Water-resistant rear storage box
– 625-W magneto
– Large 5.4-gallon (20.5 L) fuel tank
– Analog / digital gauge package
– Radio Frequency (RF) Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
– Color offerings: Triple Black painted (also White, Black & Can-Am Red)
– From $14,699
Renegade X xc
The Can-Am Renegade X xc package, offering class-leading performance from its 89-hp, V-twin Rotax engine, supplies exceptional handling and now comes in a stellar Triple Black painted finish for 2017. The FOX Performance Series 1.5 Podium RX2 piggyback shocks have high- and low-speed compression, rebound and preload adjustments to allow riders the flexibility of tuning the suspension to fit the terrain and riding style. Extras include aluminum taper-profile handlebars with a square bar pad and wind deflectors, graphics and seat cover, full floorboards and a kick-up pegs and 12-inch painted black aluminum beadlock wheels.
– 89-hp, liquid-cooled Rotax V-twin
– CVT Transmission with “L” gear ratio
– Surrounding Spar Technology (SST) G2 Frame
– Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension
– FOX PERFORMANCE SERIES 1.5 PODIUM RC2 piggyback adjustable shocks
– Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
– 12-inch (30.5 cm) aluminum beadlock wheels
– Aluminum skid plate
– Tri-Mode Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
– Visco-Lok QE front differential
– Full floorboards with kick-ups
– Aluminum taper-profile handlebar with square pad
– Handlebar wind deflectors with aluminum braces (full wrap)
– Renegade X xc-specific graphics and seat cover
– Radio Frequency (RF) Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
– One-year maintenance break-in
– Color offerings: Triple Black painted (also White, Black & Can-Am Red)
– From $14,149
BRP (TSX:DOO) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of powersports vehicles and propulsion systems. Its portfolio includes Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am all-terrain and side-by-side vehicles, Can-Am Spyder roadsters, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. BRP supports its line of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business. With annual sales of over CA$3.5 billion from 107 countries, the Company employs approximately 7,600 people worldwide.
When it comes to traversing greasy mud holes in the trail element, it’s usually more about finesse and picking your way carefully over and around submerged obstacles until you finally emerge from the pit.
Provided you’ve got an ATV with decent mud tires, enough ground clearance and a good breathing apparatus, you can take a lower powered mudder anywhere you can take a big one and Can-Am’s Outlander L X mr 570 might just be able to do most things the big bores can do.
The 570 offers most of the classy features you get with a bigger-inch Can-Am mud ride including a potent SOHC Rotax V-twin that spools out gobs of bottom end.
Rated at 48-horsepower, the 570 is a willing mill that feels and sounds like a much larger displacement powerplant. Some of the credit goes to the calibration of the 570’s CVT tranny and the driveline’s gear ratios for both low range and high.
The happy marriage of engine and driveline makes the whole vehicle very competent in extreme mud conditions and we never felt like there was insufficient power on tap to get us over, under or through any kind of obstacle.
Keep in mind, no mud ATV is engineered to be a land speed record holder. Most of these vehicles’ life spans are spent plunking at lower speeds and negotiating near-impassable situations you’d never subject a normal trail ATV to. With this in mind, we have to give kudos to the designers because the 570 actually rides and handles well and can be put to more tasks than just mud-slogging.
It uses regular steel-bodied non-adjustable hydraulic shocks all around and with more than 12-inches of ground clearance and a 51-inch wheelbase, handles obstacles really well.
Some of its mud prowess is due to a set of very aggressively-lugged 28-inch Maxxis Mudzilla tires on 12-inch aluminum rims. These are 6-ply tires great for supporting those deep paddle lugs you’ll need for digging out of swampy holes.
Maybe not the most compliant trail tires, but on an ATV like this, they’re perfect. The rears use a 10-inch-wide rim while the fronts are eights.
Tri-Mode DPS is standard on the 570 and we’ve found it to be extremely beneficial, especially with a vehicle that weighs in at 843-pounds, dry.
An oversized radiator has been moved up high onto the front rack area and Can-Am has designed a special vented cover to protect it. Further protection comes from a massive tube-style front bumper that extends over the rad area.
One of Can-Am’s bonus features is the Visco-Lok QE (Quick Engagement) front differential that senses wheel spin and automatically locks the diff using a viscous coupling. This is a nice offroad benefit because you dont have to wrestle the handlebars with a locked differential when youre on hard packed or solid surfaces.
Just ride through them in 4×4 into the slickness and the Visco-Lok will automatically sense slippage and lock the front wheels. When you’re out of the slippery stuff it automatically reverts to unlocked 4WD.
Sadly, a winch is not part of this package and it’s one feature we know you’ll need. Don’t even think about mudding this ATV without either a Can-Am accessory or aftermarket winch. All the wiring is in place and there’s an excellent mount at the front but, doggone, a mud ATV without a winch? C’mon.
All things considered, Can-Am has come up with a vehicle that is affordable and well enough equipped to satisfy any rider who wants to challenge the worst of the worst riding conditions.
It’s much more than just a “beginner” mudder and has the goods to keep up with same-targeted ATVs costing thousands more.
Yamaha Financial Services has announced the launch of a comprehensive captive retail finance program that offers dealers and customers a number of new options designed to make Yamaha ownership more flexible and convenient.
Among the highlights of the program are:
– Convenient loan application process using Yamahas corporate website
– Financing of bundled products IE; unit(s), accessories and extended warranty
– Unit and credit protection insurance options
– Higher approval ratings, even on units financed as low as $1500.00
Customers can try out the new approval system by selecting their desired Yamaha model and clicking through the step by step process on yamaha-motor.ca.
“We have been working very hard for the last few years on this project,” commented Peter Hastings, Director and President, Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. and Yamaha Motor Finance Canada Ltd. “We started with wholesale inventory finance for our dealers in January 2015. Now, what we are offering to customers is the complete ownership experience. From financing of units, accessories and extended warranty, to product and loan insurance options, and more flexibility on re-purchases. Customers can now stay with Yamaha at every phase of the ownership cycle for added convenience and simplicity.”
Yamaha’s goal was to not only increase retail sales but ensure the purchase process was transparent and convenient. Hastings relayed further, “Our industry can be unique, and at Yamaha, we are enthusiasts too. It’s why we chose the promotional tagline We Get You. We understand the needs of our customers and have put programs in place that address some of the issues they were facing with traditional lenders when trying to buy their Yamaha.”
In addition, Yamaha dealers will benefit from the inclusion of an all-new dealer portal that will keep track of ownership lifecycle, loan information and provide retention and lead management options, all at no cost to the dealer.
Hastings summarized, “We are very excited to get these programs into the market. We feel it’s a fantastic new tool that will have more people choosing Yamaha.”
Yamaha Financial Services will operate from Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd.’s headquarters in Toronto, ON.
Yamaha Financial Services was created by Yamaha Motor Finance Canada Ltd. to provide enthusiasts with an alternative to traditional financing. Fueled with a wealth of industry knowledge and a passion for performance, Yamaha Financial Services is uniquely – and perfectly – qualified to help Yamaha customers enjoy the products they love. Yamaha Financial Services launched its new Retail Finance Program throughout Yamaha Motor Canada’s network of dealers in June 2016.
Motorhead Mark hops aboard Argos 8-wheeled Outfitter XUV and goes where no other vehicle can.
Named after the mythical swamp monster, the Cryptid is built with a bevy of innovative features to help mud-riding enthusiasts conquer the deepest and nastiest muck.
It starts with the Cryptid tire’s proven “chevron” style tread pattern and 6-ply rated carcass for added durability, to deliver unparalleled forward traction. Lug height is graduated, starting at 1.5 inches at center, growing to 2 inches at the tire’s shoulder.
The resulting paddle-like shoulder configuration provides maximum side bite for climbing in and out of the mud without compromising ride comfort on trails and hard pack.
The new tire is available in four sizes, including the massive 36-inch diameter Cryptid version that fits a 17-inch wheel.
vist www.itptires.com for more information.
BRP (TSX:DOO), in solidarity with its Fort McMurray dealer Raven Motorsports, provided a $20,000 donation to the Wood Buffalo Community Food Bank that is struggling to answer the demand as families and individuals return to their devastated communities. BRP’s donation supplements Ravens own contribution of $10,000.
The forest fire in early May has destroyed approximately 2,400 buildings and forced the evacuation of more than 80,000 residents. The Wood Buffalo Food Bank provides programs to ensure food security for all citizens. With residents returning to Fort McMurray since early June, some to homes that have been completely destroyed, the organisation has seen a fivefold increase in demand.
“We have been in regular contact with our local dealer, and we understand that the crying need is in re-entry efforts,” said Bernard Guy, BRPs vice-president and regional general manager, North America. “BRP is committed to supporting its local communities. Our thoughts are with the first responders, volunteers, business and community leaders and all residents as they rebuild their communities.”
“This event has not only impacted the local population, it has brought significant change to Alberta,” said Richard Balan, president, RTA (Raven Truck Accessories) Holdings. “We are very proud of how our organization, vendors and partners have pulled together with the entire province to assist with the rebuilding and to help those in need.”
“Our commitment to Fort McMurray and our desire to contribute helps our family continue to deal with this challenging experience, as we work to re-open our business,” said Sandy and Jason Glasbergen, Local Owner Operators, Raven Motorsports.
The Chicane RX tire lineup from STI Tire & Wheel expands again, this time with 26-inch and 27-inch sizes for ATVs and small UTVs.
STI developed these new sizes to meet consumer demand for a dual-sport radial tire that will deliver the ultimate combination of steering and traction performance, just like the larger Chicane tires do for owners of high-performance UTVs.
Featuring a unique split-knob non-directional tread design, the STI Chicane RX line is DOT marked and ready to hit the road for powerful performance and high-mileage value. The designs 8-ply carcass offers the perfect mix of durability, light weight, and smooth ride flexibility.
The tire’s high-performance features including a deep rim guard and a reinforced bead/lower sidewall that allows lower PSI operation. The result is maximum tire performance and durability over a variety of terrain, without the need to run overly high PSI to avoid flats.
The 26/10R-12 Chicane has a suggested retail price of $151.91; and the 27/10R-14 retails for $156.49.
STI Tire & Wheel designs and manufactures tires, wheels and tubes for owners of off-road motorcycles, UTVs and ATVs. Launched in 2010, STI is lead by powersports industry veterans with a deep understanding of the needs of off-road enthusiasts. The company remains focused on delivering excellent products backed by industry-leading customer service.
Keep on eye on the trail behind you and at the same time capture your off-road adventures in crisp 1080p.
Available for purchase through Pure Polaris accessories the Total Vision DVR dual camera mirror captures multiple camera views from the front, rear or simultaneous front/back views.
The large 5-inch 500 NIT color screen provides real-time views and built-in video playback. The SD card slot allows you to record hours of fun and then easily transfer the footage to other devices for sharing.
The Total Vision system also keeps other vehicles in view at a glance with rear view video in real time. Use the handy static gridlines to help judge distance from objects while reversing vehicle. Infrared lighting at night also provides increased visibility.
For more information visit: purepolaris.com
Dirt Trax Television Co-Host AJ Lester keeps cool with the installation of some High Flow Mesh PRP seats in our RZR XP Turbo.
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