Polaris® Articles and Road Tests

2014 Polaris® Ranger® Crew® 900 Preview

Compared to the 2013 Ranger® Crew® 800 EFI, the new 2014 Polaris® Ranger® Crew® 900 is 50% more powerful and can tow up to 907 kg (2,000 lbs). The engine now sits under the rear cargo box to make this multi-passenger side-by-side utility vehicle one of... Read more

2014 Polaris® 550 Indy® Adventure Preview

Polaris®' legendary Indy® family, which was resurrected last year, expands in 2014 with as many as nine new models - arguably none more versatile than the 550 Indy® Adventure, which borrows its name and some features from the more powerful 600cc and 800cc Switchback Adventure models... Read more

03/03/2014

2014 Polaris® Indy® Voyager Preview

Polaris'® legendary Indy® family, which was resurrected last year, expands in 2014 with as many as nine new models and the return of another classic name to fill a niche: Voyager. While the philosophy is the same - getting you out into the wilds and back again for light utility duties - today's version is lighter, faster, and more nimble than the original... Read more

02/18/2014

2014 Polaris® 800 Rush® Pro-R Preview

Are you a performance-minded snowmobile enthusiast looking for a missile to scorch some bumpy trails? There's great selection out there this year. Returning with no major changes except a sleek new white package, the 2014 Polaris® 800 Rush® Pro-R takes sharp handling and quick acceleration to new levels. It also promises precise cornering and class-leading comfort over big bumps... Read more

01/27/2014

2014 Polaris® Sportsman® Touring 570 Preview

Polaris® offers a number of Touring models for ATV riders who want to bring a passenger along. One of them is based on the all-new 2014 Polaris® Sportsman® 570, which recently was previewed on Moto123.com... Read more

11/11/2013

2014 Polaris® Sportsman® 570 Preview

Polaris® will tell you that the Sportsman® 500 was nothing short of the best 4x4 ATV on the market - until now. Meet the new 2014 Polaris® Sportsman® 570, which is available in one-up and two-up configurations (a preview of the latter is also coming to Moto123.com soon)... Read more

10/28/2013

2014 Polaris® RZR® XP® 1000 Preview

Polaris® recently made a lot of people very excited with the launch of the all-new 2014 Polaris® RZR® XP® 1000 sport side-by-side vehicle. Some of the first consumers who had the chance to try it out during DuneFest 2013 in Oregon raved about its amazing handling and phenomenal performance. Based on the various comments, it is already set to kick-butt, namely the Can-Am® Maverick 1000R's... Read more

10/14/2013

2013 Polaris® Ranger® XP® 900 EPS Preview

Fully intent on cRush®ing every other premium utility side-by-side vehicle in the industry, Polaris® returns with a next-generation Ranger® XP® for 2013. Expect this one to redefine the company's "Hardest Working, Smoothest Riding" motto, bringing even more muscle and capability to the trail... Read more

05/6/2013

2013 Polaris® Scrambler® XP 850 H.O. Preview

Polaris® steps up to the plate with an all-new, sportier Scrambler® that promises to handle work and racing like few other machines. So, if you're looking for a high-performance ATV with all-wheel drive and plenty of capability, your search might just be over... Read more

03/19/2013

2013 Polaris® RZR® 570 Trail Limited Edition Preview

When it comes to sporty side-by-side vehicles, the Polaris® RZR® (since its launch in 2007) has been a name to be reckoned with. For 2013, the manufacturer keeps pushing the envelope and has made a number of significant improvements across the line, including the addition of a Limited Edition model to the base RZR® 570, a trail-oriented machine introduced barely one year ago... Read more

02/25/2013

Polaris® Expands Development Facilities

Last Friday, Polaris® Industries broke ground on an expansion of its Product Development Center near Wyoming, Minnesota, which has been pivotal in the company's ascent to the top of the global powersports market since opening in 2005... Read more

10/01/2012

2013 Polaris® Snowmobiles: What's New

Polaris'® snowmobile lineup has kept improving since the launch of the revolutionary Pro-Ride platform. This chassis uses a progressive-rate rear suspension with single shock that offers both firmer compression and larger travel than a traditional suspension. Meanwhile, the race-proven independent front suspension features a patented variable caster design that eliminates bump steer and improves overall handling... Read more

03/29/2012

2011 Polaris® Ranger® XP® 800 Review

In a world where four-wheelers all look a bit the same, one species stands out and delivers unique thrills. The 2011 Polaris® Ranger® XP® 800 fits that bill. Designed for work and play, this side-by-side utility vehicle paves the way to a whole new realm of excitements and possibilities... Read more

12/20/2011

2011 Polaris® Sportsman® Touring 550 EPS Review

After rejuvenating its entire ATV lineup in 2009, Polaris® is taking on the 2-up, off-road segment with the Sportsman® Touring 550 EPS based on the revolutionary XP chassis... Read more

03/26/2011

2011 Polaris® 600 Rush® LX Review

Since the launch of the new Pro Ride chassis at the end of 2009, Polaris® has kept impressing us with the constant evolution of its lineup and the remarkable quality of its products. For 2011, the American manufacturer is serving up no less then five models equipped with the Pro Ride rear suspension. The 600 Rush® LX is part of this new vintage, a solo touring sled that arrives like a breath of fresh air in a slightly humdrum segment... Read more

03/01/2011

2011 Polaris® Rush® Pro-R Review

Launched for 2010, the Polaris® Rush® aims to attract younger customers and revitalize the brand. The model not only met these expectations but also revolutionized the industry with its innovative style, ergonomics and rear suspension... Read more

02/18/2011

2011 Polaris® Ranger® RZR® 800 Review

With the 2007 launch of the stunning Polaris® Ranger® RZR® 800, the very first purebred sport side-by-side vehicle in the world, the entire industry had no other choice but to follow in the footsteps of the innovative manufacturer... Read more

12/03/2010

2010 Polaris® 600 Rush® Review

The new 600 Rush® is rewriting the rules in terms of what we find normal on a snowmobile, with its unconventional and surprising style as well as its remarkable long-travel suspension system. The Rush® is obviously designed to relaunch Polaris® and break new ground... Read more

03/05/2010

Polaris® Announces Ranger® EV "Eco-Friendly" ATV

Known traditionally as "gas and oil" machines, ATVs and Side-by-Sides are also starting to "go green." Polaris® Industries recently introduced their new Ranger® EV, a Side-by-Side built specifically for clean and quiet operation... Read more

09/14/2009

2008 Polaris® FST Touring Review

Admittedly, American manufacturer Polaris® surprised us last year with the introduction of the new IQ chassis and its numerous variations. After dominating the market for several years, the renowned firm had to completely revise its design and commercialization strategies. The rethink bore fruit, and the new crop is more mouthwatering than ever... Read more

12/20/2008

2009 Polaris® ATVs Preview

As with its snowmobile lineup, Polaris® is returning in force with its range of considerably improved ATVs and has a surprise in store for us. It's well known that the manufacturer never stops improving its products, year after year. Since the introduction of the very... Read more

12/07/2008

2008 Polaris® IQ Dragon First Impressions

The American manufacturer announces a new and improved line of snowmobiles for 2008, including several surprises like the new IQ Shift, which combines the performance of a 120-hp, 2-stroke, twin-cylinder engine with a ridiculously low price. Considering all the money you save upon purchasing your new sled, you can further customize... Read more

01/21/2008