Teaser for Ken Block’s Gymkhana 10 featuring his custom Can-Am Maverick X3:
https://www.facebook.com/CanAmOffRoad/videos/413705622772912/
Can-Am pilot, Chad Hughes, passed more than 60 other vehicles on his way to a finishing the 2019 Can-Am UTV King of the Hammers race. While his 21st place finish may not sound spectacular on paper, you must remember finishing the race in the allotted 9-hour time limit is often viewed a significant accomplishment. Finishing the challenging course, while passing roughly half the field along the way, is statement maker, especially when you add to that his Can-Am Maverick Sport X rc 1000R was nearly stock in a field full of high-horsepower, turbocharged side-by-side vehicles with long travel suspensions. While he didnt win the race, he did showcase to the spectators, fellow racers, course officials and even the winch-assist vehicle operator, that his Maverick Sport rock crawler is the real deal.
“I was of course very proud to be representing Can-Am in an all-new machine targeted specifically for rock crawling,” stated Hughes, who started racing side-by-side vehicles in 2011. “The car did not disappoint, it absolutely rules the rocks. As expected, it gives up quite a bit of ground to the Maverick X3 vehicles in the desert, but we started 84th and eventually passed 63 cars to end up 21st as we crossed the finish line in 7:33. That was well under the nine hours allotted finish time.”
Hughes, 54, resides in St. George, Utah, where he works at Moto Zoo Powersports and also runs his own adventure and fabrication shop called Offroad 365, the latter of which is a name fitting of his lifestyle. Hughes, who also is the local high schools mountain bike racing team coach, said he was disappointed when he learned a technical, rock-wall climb, he felt confident in scaling with the Maverick Sport X rc, was removed from qualifying. And the new qualifying run setup was more of a short-course, desert loop that favored all-out speed. Despite the challenging starting spot, Hughes knew he would have to shine in the rocks to gain ground, while also holding his own in the desert sections.
“As soon as we hit the first [rock] canyon, we started passing cars like crazy…eight cars here, six cars there, and it went on and on,” said Hughes, whos off-road resume includes motocross and mountain biking, among other activities. “And we managed to hit 78mph on the lake beds running 33-inch tires.”
Hughes said the Maverick Sport X rc 1000R side-by-side vehicle had zero mechanical issues during the race and only took some minimal damage to the bottom skid plate and perhaps a small scratch to the side. “Dont blame me or the X rc, blame the rocks,” he said.
One of the most impressive capability statements about the Maverick Sport X rc for Hughes was that he didnt require the use of his onboard winch the entire KOH race. “The only time we used our winch was when my co-pilot Tracon Kirk got out of the Can-Am to help move a stuck competitor out of the way who was blocking the trail,” he explained. “True story, just ask the guys running the JEEP winch on Outer Limits who watched us and later said to us ‘Damn, that things works pretty good.”
Making it ULTRA4 and KOH-ready
After the race, Hughes shared with us that his Can-Am was nearly 90 percent stock and that he just fabricated and installed a few accessories and those mandated by Ultra4 Racing. His modifications list is not a lengthy one like youd read on many of the other vehicles competing in the Can-Am UTV King of the Hammer racing event. Hughes, who has a history with customization having built one-off rock buggies and JEEPs, swapped the stock Maverick X rc ROPS for a 6-point DOM safety cage with a nearly 2-inch diameter, added the necessary harness system, safety nets, fire extinguishers, flashing race light and, of course, the mandatory properly placed race numbers. To customize the Can-Am Maverick Sport X rc to his liking for the KOH rocks, Hughes went with an STI tire-and-wheel kit. The 3-in. larger tires and offset wheels added a little more ride height, clearance and width.
“The car passed tech with flying colors,” he stated. “Our only re-work was to make the roof numbers larger. Everything else was stock. We ran a stock drivetrain, stock suspension, stock brakes, stock steering, stock A-arms and all! Its almost unbelievable really, but I’m super impressed with the little car and, to me, its mission accomplished for Can-Am.”
HUGHES – No. 1295 Moto United Can-Am Maverick Sport X rc
– 6-point DOM safety cage 1.75-in. diameter tubing
– 3″ 5-point harnesses meeting the necessary safety spec
– Custom slotted bottom seat cushions for harness pass-throughs
– Window safety nets (doubled as secondary door latches)
– Fire extinguishers
– GPS
– Can-Am OEM HD HMW skid plates
– STI 33-in. Chicane Tires
– STI HD9 15 x 7 5/2 offset wheels
– Flashing race light
– Necessary race numbers and placement
Professional driver on a closed course. Story and photos by Can-Am.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (February 5, 2019) – For the 11th consecutive year, a Polaris RZR® took the top spot on the King of The Hammers podium. Polaris RZR Factory driver Mitch Guthrie Jr. secured his back-to-back win in Johnson Valley, Calif. in the all-new RZR XP® Turbo S Velocity.
Guthrie Jr. fought through rain and heavy winds to qualify first. In the main, Guthrie Jr. showcased the terrain-dominating features of the new RZR XP Turbo S Velocity and exercised true talent to outpace the competition in the worlds toughest one-day off-road race.
“We blew a belt and lost the lead. It was totally my fault,” said Guthrie Jr. With a quick belt change, he and co-driver John Crowley, Jr. were able to re-gain the lead again going up Clawhammer. “The RZR XP Turbo S Velocity was flawless.”
Utility Task Vehicles (UTV) were first introduced to King of The Hammers in 2009, and the top spot of the podium at Hammertown has been inhabited by a Polaris RZR every year since.
Polaris RZR Factory drivers Wayland Campbell and Brandon Sims finished second and third, respectively, and completed the all-RZR podium. With a finish time of 5:19:09, Campbell edged out Sims by one minute, three seconds.
“A huge sigh of relief when I pulled into Hammertown,” said Sims. “I just kept thinking ‘Keep it together. The RZR was great all day and is a testament to its strength. It was a rough race.”
With another first-place win at the King of The Hammers, Polaris RZR Factory Racing now has three wins and 10 podiums in the 2019 calendar race series. Polaris RZR Factory Racing looks to continue its early 2019 success at WORCS in Lake Havasu, Arizona.
More information about Polaris Off-Road Vehicles and Polaris Engineered Accessories can be found at RZR.Polaris.com. Also, join the conversation and follow RZR on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About Polaris
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts for more than 60 years. With annual 2018 sales of $6.1 billion, Polaris innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and pontoon, deck and cruiser boats. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerican Auto Parts. Polaris presence in adjacent markets globally includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. Visit www.polaris.com for more information.
MINNEAPOLIS (January 29, 2019) – Polaris RZR®, the world’s #1 selling sports performance side-by-side lineup, introduced two new machines today with the 72-inch RZR XP® Turbo S Velocity and 72-inch RZR XP® 4 Turbo S Velocity. At $25,399 and $28,399, respectively, the new two- and four-seat Velocity models deliver an unmatched combination of performance and value amongst the 72-inch side-by-side segment.
Like the performance-leading 72-inch RZR XP® Turbo S and 72-inch RZR XP® 4 Turbo S, the new Velocity models are built with stronger axles, high-clearance control arms, a three-times stronger drive system, a reinforced chassis and a more robust drivetrain with improved cooling; these machines are designed to dominate any terrain. Additionally, the Velocity models maintain the same features of the RZR XP Turbo S that make it a beast – 168 horsepower, a 72-inch stance, 32-inch ITP Coyotes, 16 inches of ground clearance, and four-point harnesses.
Each new model will feature race-ready 3.0-inch aluminum Walker Evans Velocity Shocks with high- and low-speed compression adjustment. Drivers will experience a plush ride through the small chop and increased stability through high-speed whoops. And, to create the best value within the 72-inch vehicle landscape, each Velocity model received a simplified fit and finish when compared with the premium offerings.
“We designed the Velocity models in response to drivers seeking the ultimate combination of performance and value,” said Kyle Duea, Vice President of ORV Marketing for Polaris Industries. “Along with this new offering, were excited to add an additional paint scheme to the current XP Turbo S and XP 4 Turbo S lineup for a wider range of styles and designs.”
As is standard in all category-leading RZR models, Polaris pushed the limits of engineering when designing the Velocity models. The result – high-performance vehicles capable of taking on the most demanding terrains at a higher value price point.
The RZR XP Turbo S Velocity models also feature 25 percent more assist in power steering and a better feel at high speeds. Additionally, each Velocity model keeps the driver focused on effortlessly maneuvering through the terrain, without forcing on the wheel. Recalibrated throttle mapping gives the driver more immediate and improved control, while the redesigned clutch box allows for better air flow and decreased belt temperatures.
The new XP Turbo S Velocity and XP 4 Turbo S Velocity will be available in Titanium Metallic. The RZR XP Turbo S and XP 4 Turbo S in this new paint scheme, as well as both Velocity models, will begin shipping to Polaris dealers late January. XP Turbo S Velocity and XP 4 Turbo S Velocity will be available in Canadian dealers at $30,999 and $34,499, respectively.
More information about Polaris Off-Road Vehicles and Polaris Engineered Accessories can be found at RZR.Polaris.com. Also, join the conversation and follow RZR on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About Polaris
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts for more than 60 years. With annual 2017 sales of $5.4 billion, Polaris innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; the Sportsman® and Polaris ACE® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and pontoon, deck and cruiser boats. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerican Auto Parts. Polaris presence in adjacent markets globally include military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. Visit www.polaris.com for more information.
MARIETTA, Ga. – January 29, 2019 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announces their returning factory-supported Side-by-Side (SxS) and ATV racers for the 2019 season, including reigning YXZ1000R and YFZ450R champions, along with over $100,000 in SxS and ATV bLU cRU racing championship bonuses for 2019. Registered racers competing in select series with their pure sport YXZ1000R SxS or podium-topping YFZ450R sport ATV models will be eligible for payout.
Yamahas latest bLU cRU program offers racing bonuses ranging from $15,000 to winning a YXZ1000R for eligible racers competing in select classes with Yamahas 2018 or newer YXZ1000R, YXZ1000R SS (Sport Shift) or YFZ450R models. Racers can register online at www.YamahabLUcRU.com to sign up and apply for bLU cRU benefits. Once approved, racers will receive a reloadable Yamaha bLU cRU debit card and $45 credit on their www.bLUcRUswag.com account for bLU cRU apparel. These racers will be eligible to receive championship bonuses paid directly to their bLU cRU debit card.
Starting the 2019 race season, Yamaha is offering $10,000 in potential bonuses at the grueling King of the Hammers (KOH) race on February 3. The top-finishing YXZ1000R in the UTV class will earn $5,000, plus an additional $5,000 with an overall win. The ULTRA4 Racing Series KOH is infamous for its punishing desert course through some of the roughest and most challenging rock and boulder sections of any timed event.
Yamaha will also join the world-debut Chasing the Triple by SXS Sports, a new series featuring ice, short course, and cross-country SxS racing, as the presenting sponsor of the Pro Stock class, with the YXZ1000R as the official pace vehicle for the year. In addition, if a bLU cRU racer competes in an eligible YXZ1000R at all four rounds and clinches the Pro Stock class, they will win a YXZ1000R. And even fans will have the opportunity to win by entering a drawing to ride copilot in a YXZ on the track with the Greaves.
“Yamaha is excited to welcome the 2019 race season alongside our new and returning ATV and Side-by-Side bLU cRU racers,” said Steve Nessl, Yamahas motorsports marketing manager. “Whether youre an amateur or multi-time defending champion, we all share a passion for racing, and were excited to see the bLU cRU program expand, in addition to our podium-proven vehicles competing across the multiple series and an even wider variety of environments this year.”
Representing Yamaha in the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series (LOORRS) Production 1000 UTV class is the undefeated, two-time titleholder Brock Heger. Winning both LOORRS Production 1000 UTV championships since the class was introduced in 2017, Heger is looking to secure his third-straight as he continues to defend his title in his BH Motorsports / Yamaha / Weller Racing / Maxxis YXZ1000R. And for his first time ever, Heger will attempt to conquer this years KOH and select Best in the Desert rounds, vying for their bLU cRU bonuses in his YXZ1000R.
Returning for the second year of the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Midwest Championships Pro Stock SxS class is decorated veteran and third-year Yamaha factory-supported racer, CJ Greaves in his Monster Energy / Maxxis / Yamalube / GYTR / Greaves Motorsports YXZ1000R. At only 23-years-old, Greaves is already an off-road racing legend, with an impressive resume including numerous short course SxS, Pro 2, and Pro 4 truck championships.
Heading up the ATV MX effort for Yamaha is the second all-time winning, six-time American Motorcycle Association (AMA) Pro ATV MX champion, Chad Wienen, on his Wienen Motorsports / SSI / Walsh / GYTR YFZ450R. In 2016, Wienen became the second racer in ATV MX history, and the only racer in 25 years to win five-straight AMA Pro ATV MX titles. Following a nail-biting victory in 2018, Wienen continues to make history as he chases his seventh ATV MX Championship. Wienen will also be representing Yamaha in the AMAs all-new Production Stock Premier class.
Leading the GNCC circuit is long-time Yamaha factory-supported racing veteran, Walker Fowler, defending his fourth-straight GNCC XC1 Pro ATV championship on his WFR / GBC / Fly Racing YFZ450R. Fowler brings more than a decade of success to the team, placing first or second in every ATV series hes contended in, starting with his GNCC debut in 2006.
Full bLU cRU championship bonuses for 2019 include:
SxS Racing Series / YXZ1000R
Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Midwest Championship Pro Stock SxS class: $15,000
Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Midwest Championship Pro Mod SxS class: Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing, Pro Production 1000 class: $15,000
Best in the Desert (BITD), Production 1000 class: $15,000
King of the Hammers, UTV class (top-finishing YXZ1000R): $5,000
King of the Hammers, UTV class (overall win in a YXZ1000R): $5,000
Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Racing – SoCal, Production 1000 UTV class: Lucas Oil Regional Off-Road Racing – Arizona, Production 1000 UTV class: $5,000
SXS Sports Chasing the Triple, Pro Stock class: YXZ1000R
World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS), SxS Pro Stock class: $5,000
ATV Racing Series / YFZ450R
GNCC, XC1 Pro ATV class: $10,000
American Motorcycle Association ATV MX, Pro class: $10,000
For more information on the bLU cRU program, including all guidelines and requirements for ATV and SxS racing, visit www.YamahabLUcRU.com. Follow Yamaha Outdoors on social at www.Facebook.com/YamahaOutdoors, www.Instagram.com/YamahaOutdoors, www.Twitter.com/YamahaOutdoors, or by searching the following hashtags: #YXZ1000R #YFZ450R #YamahaRacing #bLUcRU #ProvenOffRoad #REALizeYourPodium #REALizeYourAdventure #AssembledInUSA
About Yamaha Motor Corp., USA
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the powersports industry. The company’s ever- expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, Outboard Motors, WaveRunner Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars, Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States. YMUS has a corporate office in Cypress, California, two corporate offices in Georgia, facilities in Wisconsin and Alabama, as well as factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. Further U.S.-based Yamaha companies include Skeeter Boats (Texas), G3 Boats (Missouri), Bennet Marine (Florida), Yamaha Precision Propeller (Indiana), and Kracor, Inc. (Wisconsin).
POLARIS
• RZR XP 4 1000, Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• RZR XP 4 Turbo, Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• RZR XP lineup, Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2014 – 2018 model years)
• RZR S 1000, S 900, 900 Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• Ranger CREW XP 900 & CREW XP 1000 Razorshade mesh roof (2018 – 2019
model years)
• Ranger XP 900 & XP 1000 Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2018 – 2019
model years)
• Ranger CREW XP 900 & CREW XP 1000 Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
(2018 – 2019 model years)
• General 1000 Razorshade mesh roof (all model years)
• General 1000 Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (all model years)
HONDA
• Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Razorshade front mesh roof (2016 – 2018 model years)
• Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Wind Jammer front mesh cab (2016 – 2018 model years)
• Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Razorshade mesh rear roof (2016 – 2018 model years)
• Pioneer 1000 & 1000-5 Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2016 – 2018
model years)
KAWASAKI
• Teryx4 Razorshade mesh roof (2012 – 2018 model years)
• Teryx4 Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2012 – 2018 model years)
CAN-AM
• Maverick Trail Razorshade mesh roof (2018 model year)
• Maverick Trail Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2018 model year) • Maverick Sport Razorshade mesh roof (2018 model year)
• Maverick Sport Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2018 model year)
• Maverick MAX Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• Maverick & Maverick MAX Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2014 – 2018
model years)
• Commander MAX Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• Commander & Commander MAX Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2014 –
2018 model years)
• Maverick X3 & Maverick X3 MAX Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2016 –
2018 model years)
• Maverick X3 Wind Jammer clamp kit (for OE Hard Roof – 2016 to 2018 model
years)
• Can-Am Maverick X3 MAX Razorshade mesh roof (2016 – 2018 model years)
YAMAHA
• YXZ1000R & YXZ1000R SS Razorshade mesh roof (2016 – 2018 model years)
• YXZ1000R & YXZ1000R SS Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel (2016 – 2018
model years)
COMING SOON, MORE MOTOROOF PRODUCTS…
• Yamaha – YXZ1000R & YXZ1000R SS Razorshade & Wind Jammer products (2019 model year)
• Can-Am – Maverick & Commander Razorshade mesh roof (2014 – 2018 model years)
• Can-Am – Maverick X3 Razorshade mesh roof (2016 – 2018 model years)
• Kawasaki – Teryx Razorshade mesh roof & side shade panels
• Polaris – General 4 1000 Razorshade mesh roof (all model years)
• Polaris – RZR XP Turbo S & XP 4 Turbo S products, including Razorshade mesh
roof, extended roof, side shade panels, and Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
(2018 to current model years)
• Polaris – Razorshade mesh side panels for all 2- and 4-door RZR models
• Polaris – Ranger XP 900 & XP 1000 Razorshade mesh roof
• Textron Off Road – Wildcat Trail products, including Razorshade mesh roof and
Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
• Textron Off Road – Wildcat Sport products, including Razorshade mesh roof and
Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
• Textron Off Road – Wildcat X (2 seat) products, including Razorshade mesh roof
and Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
• Textron Off Road – Wildcat X (4 seat) products, including Razorshade mesh roof
and Wind Jammer mesh rear window panel
Salt Lake City, UT (January 23, 2019) – MotoRoof, an enthusiast-owned UTV company that builds superior quality mesh roof and side/rear panels for a variety of UTV makes and models, is proud to unveil more direct-fit Razorshade mesh roof and Wind Jammer rear window panel options for 2019. MotoRoofs mesh UTV products are much lighter than traditional aluminum UTV roofs, easy to install with all supplied hardware, and are made entirely in the USA.
KEY FEATURES
• MotoRoofs Razorshade mesh roof easily mounts to the top of a UTV cage, providing shade and extra protection for all occupants
• Installation is simple with a tool-less design and all provided hardware (no vehicle modifications required)
• Every MotoRoof mesh product is made from thick, light weight, and highly durable vinyl coated polyester with a 92% shade factor for UV resistance and no flapping, ever!
• In addition to Razorshade mesh UTV roofs, MotoRoof offers Wind Jammer mesh side & back window panels for additional shade and protection
• Both Razorshade and Wind Jammer products are available for todays most popular UTV makes & models
• Every MotoRoof product can be customized with direct print capabilities on both Razorshade and Wind Jammer products – put your logo on your vehicle!
• Every MotoRoof product is Made In the USA and includes a 2 Year Warranty
Even in 2019, many UTVs still dont come with roofs as standard equipment. Even if they do, some roofs are not made to last with plastic connections and poor fitment. MotoRoofs lineup of Razorshade mesh roof products fix these common issues with an easy to install, cost effective, and durable shade solution.
Razorshade mesh roofs are made from extremely durable vinyl coated mesh polyester that ensures a UTVs roof will be a great source for shade and protection from the elements. With the extremely durable mesh design, the Razorshade provides a 92%
shade factor for UV resistance on the sunniest of days. This means more sun protection, comfort, and time on the trail for everyone. Plus, no aluminum roof means less radiant heat coming from above the cab, keeping occupants cooler and more comfortable all day long.
The Razorshade is custom fit for a variety of the most popular UTV makes and models. Installation of the product is extremely easy with no tools or modifications to the vehicle required – just line up the Razorshade and install it with the supplied bungie attachment system. Because of the perfect-fit design of each Razorshade product, no flapping or inconsistencies will occur.
In addition to Razorshade mesh roofs in the MotoRoof lineup of products, the company also features Wind Jammer mesh side and rear panels for the most popular UTV models. Wind jammer products are made of the same durable polyester material and are designed to provide additional shade and protection from the side or rear areas of the UTV.
As if all of these great features werent enough, every MotoRoof product can be custom printed with items like a companys logo or slogan. Now you can brand your own MotoRoof product for additional company exposure out on the trail, in a clean and non in-your-face way.
For additional questions about the MotoRoof lineup of Razorshade and Wind Jammer products, please contact (801) 298-1008. Or, MotoRoof can be found on the web at: www.motoroof.com.
ABOUT MOTOROOF
MotoRoof is an innovative, family-run company established in Salt Lake City, UT. Everyone at MotoRoof is an avid UTV fan and has a long history with off-road riding. This passion for off-road ensures that all of the products coming out of the head office are developed and manufactured in direct response to UTV experiences that the designers feel could be enhanced with better parts. All Razorshade and Wind Jammer products focus on quality and longevity. The dedication to these product families shows that the MotoRoof family is on a journey to improve the UTV riding experience for everyone from the dedicated driver to the family weekender. MotoRoof is a small company that places customer satisfaction and ethics at the forefront of the business. And, best of all, every MotoRoof product is Made In The USA.
Lima, Peru, January 17, 2019 – BRPs (TSX:DOO, NASDAQ: DOOO) Maverick X3 side-by-side (SxS) vehicle has won the 41st edition of the Dakar Rally in South America for the second year in a row.
A popular choice for many racing teams, the Maverick X3 vehicle was dominant on the circuit, as nearly 80% of the vehicles racing in the SxS category were Maverick X3, proving Can-Ams leadership in this category. Can-Am had more than 20 teams entered in the 2019 Dakar Rally, which lasted 11 days and featured a 5,000-kilometer course (around 3,100 miles) that started and ended in Lima, Peru.
“We congratulate the winners. This amazing victory and the fact that many racing teams decided to choose a Maverick X3 to conquer the worlds toughest and biggest rally shows how BRP and Can-Ams unrelenting focus on innovation produces best-in-class products,” said Olivier Camus, Global Marketing Director, Can-Am Off-road. “For us, racing is an exciting testing ground to create the best possible experience for our consumers.”
Since its introduction in August 2016, the Can-Am Maverick X3 vehicle has chalked up a lot of victories on the racing circuit, winning four major championships in North America as well as several races elsewhere in the world, such as the 2018 Dakar Rally.
“To have the Can-Am Maverick X3 vehicle win the side-by-side class twice in a row in Dakar, the worlds most difficult race, is outstanding,” concluded Camus. “Its a clear demonstration that we have an industry-leading platform that will allow consumers and racers alike conquer the most challenging terrain imaginable. Congratulations to all the riders and thanks for choosing the Can-Am Maverick X3.”
For more information about Can-Am off-road products and the Can-Am racing program, please visit canamoffroad.com.
About BRP
We are a global leader in the world of powersports vehicles, propulsion systems and boats built on over 75 years of ingenuity and intensive consumer focus. Our portfolio of industry-leading and distinctive products includes Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am on and off-road vehicles, Alumacraft and Manitou boats, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. We support our lines of product with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business to fully enhance your riding experience. With annual sales of CA$4.5 billion from over 100 countries, our global workforce is made up of around 10,350 driven, resourceful people.
Ski-Doo, Lynx, Sea-Doo, Evinrude, Rotax, Can-Am, Alumacraft, Manitou, Maverick X3, and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Minneapolis (Jan. 7, 2019) – Polaris RZR® Factory Racing concluded its 2018 race season with an unprecedented, record-setting win total. In 2018, Polaris RZR Factory Racing accumulated 50 wins and 118 total podiums.
The teams 50 wins exceeded the dominate 43-win performance the team generated in the 2016 and 2017 seasons combined. The momentum the team brought in 2018 resulted in victories at largely every race, including championships in the WORCS, SCORE, Lucas Oil Off Road Racing and Best in the Desert racing series.
“Its been a fantastic year of racing with incredible results,” said Kyle Duea, Vice President of ORV Marketing at Polaris Industries. “The tremendous amount of dedication that went into training and preparation by the racers and their teams was incredible. We cant wait to keep the momentum going as we gear up for a successful 2019 season.”
2018 season highlights from Polaris RZR Factory Racing, include:
– Polaris RZR Factory Race team swept multiple podiums, including the GMZ UTV Winter Nationals Casey Folks Parker 250, King of the Hammers, Mint 400, Baja 500, Lucerna Tijuana Score Desert Challenge, Laughlin Desert Classic, and WORCS SXS Finals
– Wayne Matlock achieved a monumental first-in-class win for UTV and overall SCORE Series Championship Title in the Baja 1000
– Brandon Schueler came out of the gate stealing the season opener victory at the GMZ UTV Winter Nationals Casey Folks Parker 250
– Ronnie Anderson swept the Pro Side-by-Side class for the WORCS season opener in the RZR® RS1 just days following its commercial release – and secured the title in SXS Pro and SXS Pro Stock races
– Mitch Guthrie Jr. picked up his first career win at King of the Hammers and took home the title
– RZR Factory Race team stole victories at 50th anniversary Mint 400 in all three UTV Classes
– Kristen Matlock became the first woman to win overall UTV NA class at Baja 500 with teammate Branden Sims securing a first-place win in Pro UTV Forced Induction
– RZR Racers stole eight first-place titles including; Pro Stock, Pro Turbo, and 1000 Stock class
More information about Polaris Off-Road Vehicles can be found at RZR.Polaris.com. Also visit us and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About Polaris
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts for more than 60 years. With annual 2017 sales of $5.4 billion, Polaris innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; the Sportsman® and Polaris ACE® all-terrain off-road vehicles; 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, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerica Auto Parts. Polaris presence in adjacent markets globally include military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. Visit www.polaris.com for more information.
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