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The Polaris 800 snowmobile is a mountain vehicle and is available in several modified versions, which differ from each other in their performance characteristics, and, of course, in appearance. Currently, the most popular modifications on the Russian market are the Polaris 800 RMK Assault 155 and Polaris 800 PRO-RMK 155.
Let's take a closer look at these versions:
The Polaris 800 RMK Assault 155 snowmobile is a universal mountain machine that can not only just be ridden, but also perform various tasks, for example, towing any loads on a sled. As for the scope of application, there are no restrictions; the snowmobile can be operated both in mountain conditions and on prepared tracks and ice. The power plant of this model has a displacement of 795 cubic meters, which has an excellent effect on the speed of movement and the acceleration of the car. It is worth noting that the Polaris 800 RMK Assault 155 is the fastest among other models.
In order for the snowmobile to feel great in mountainous areas, the manufacturer equips the machine with a long Competition type track, which has high lugs. Thanks to this, it was possible to achieve high maneuverability and stability on slippery and loose surfaces. The Pro-Ride frame and suspension have been significantly lighter and feature carbon inserts. The QuickDrive drive system was also lightened and modern side steps made of aluminum were installed. The rear suspension has coil springs, which are necessary when traveling in deep snow.
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But there is a configuration designed for performing various jumps and the like, that is, for extreme driving. In this case, the snowmobile is equipped with a powerful front suspension, which does not have a stabilizer. This suspension allows you to adjust the base of the skis, which allows you to prepare the machine for certain operating conditions. There are also Walker Evans® adjustable shock absorbers. The caterpillar belt has lugs with increased rigidity, thanks to which the machine can be used not only on snow surfaces, but also on ice. All this together gives the snowmobile quite high strength, stability and easy control in various situations.
The second modification, also known as Polaris 800 PRO-RMK 155, is a version exclusively designed for extreme operating conditions. Among its class, this model occupies a leading position; this mountain device will allow you to get an unforgettable experience from traveling along the most difficult routes.
As for the snowmobile's handling, the Polaris 800 PRO-RMK 155 is quite simple and manageable. The equipment is able to maintain balance even when taking very steep turns. By its structure, this modified version has high reliability of most parts and assemblies. The manufacturer managed to significantly lighten the model without losing strength and rigidity. As in the previous modification, this one has a 795 cc power plant, which allows you to overcome various obstacles that arise when traveling long distances. The model can be used both in the mountains and on ice.
Polaris Sportsman 800 Twin EFI: Cubism!
Again Polaris, again Sportsman, again modernization... And again a record! Perhaps it is no longer original to write about the achievements of the Americans on this front. But damn it! – Polaris has done it all again by releasing the very best ATV – the Sportsman 800 EFI ATV, the most powerful all-terrain vehicle in the world! The hunt for “cubes” began just a few years ago. Initially, the 600 cm3 barrier was overcome, but this was already the limit of what was possible for single-cylinder models. And then the Sportsman 700 Twin with a two-cylinder engine appeared on the scene. And after some time, the “seven hundredth” acquired a fuel injection system, thus immediately killing an armful of birds with one stone. It has become more economical and environmentally friendly, while increasing power and torque. And now - the “eight hundredth”. Also “twin”, also injection.
Adding extra displacement to the Polaris Liberty's two-cylinder four-stroke would be too easy. Therefore, the Americans equipped the engine with a new exhaust system. Double exhaust made it possible to optimize the combustion process in each of the cylinders and thereby improve engine performance. Electronic fuel injection, for all its obvious positives, is not yet very common on four-wheeled motorcycles. But this is just a matter of time, since from the point of view of a simple consumer, an injector seems to be an undoubted blessing. Sports EFI provides more confident starting in difficult temperature conditions and smoother and more confident operation throughout the entire rev range. And, of course, from now on you won’t have to fiddle with any “choke” on a cold engine. True, mechanics may notice that electronic injection requires special equipment for diagnosis and configuration, which makes it impossible to adjust the engine outside of a service center. But tell the truth, which owner of such high-tech equipment, being of sound mind and sober memory, would want to tinker with the engine of their quad themselves? No, for competent service - only to an authorized service, and nothing else! It is also important that the fuel injection system is considered a much less capricious substance than the good old carburetor.
By the way, this year all Athletes have undergone serious modernization. First of all, the cars received a new appearance - brighter and more modern. Everything that is called a body on an ATV—grilles, racks, running boards—is made from more durable composite materials. In addition, the Sportsman has acquired new front and rear optics; Moreover, instead of one, central rear light, separate dimensions appeared, the optical elements of which are reminiscent of those on the Toyota Avensis sedan. This kind of foppishness is usually not characteristic of utilitarian models! Interestingly, the reversing lights do not light up automatically, but are turned on by a special toggle switch located to the left of the speedometer. Or rather, not even a speedometer, but a whole electronic information center, which, in addition to speed and engine speed, displays a whole bunch of useful information, acting as an odometer, hour meter, and so on.
There is other news. For example, the “largest” Sportsmen, “eight hundredth” and “seven hundredth”, are equipped with new polished rims, shod with new Polaris PXT tires (Polaris Xtream Tires), which are better resistant to punctures and have a more developed tread. A closed trunk has appeared in the front fairing, quite spacious: its lid folds forward and, when closed, is fixed with two rotary handles on the driver’s side. The rear platform is equipped with a proprietary Lock and Ride fastening system, thanks to which the installation of all kinds of accessories and attachments is simplified to the point of impossibility - the whole process occurs in a matter of seconds. Personally, I didn’t count the seconds, but the Americans themselves assure that, say, a closed cargo box can be securely installed in ten seconds, and a gun case can be installed in half that time. I took a ride on the new Record Athlete. Despite the good February minus, the quad started up with half a turn and rattled quietly. No, an outside listener will not feel any difference. Well, yes, two mufflers - but they are not for sound, but against sound! And Athletes, in general, have never been loud. This is not tennis, this is a quiet sport! But “quiet” does not mean “slow”. From the very first meters it is felt that the 800 Twin EFI is much more dynamic and traction than the “seven hundredth”, which no one dares to call a weakling! But the "eight hundredth" with all its motor madness remains an obedient, simple and understandable guy. Of course, if you press down on the accelerator lever properly, he can easily drive away in splendid isolation. Here you need a head, cold and bright. But the Sportsman itself will help: it’s quite easy to dose the gas, and therefore moving off smoothly is a couple of trifles. But in management, the “eight hundredth” is not much different from his teammates: by and large, all the “senior” Athletes are very similar.
Still, the Sportsman 800 Twin EFI is special! If all other ATVs are simply powerful and fast, then the “eight hundredth” is the most powerful and, probably, the fastest utilitarian ATV in the world. That is, the one and only. Super cool! And I’m sure that the coolness factor itself will be much more important for many than the extraordinary capabilities of this unique machine.
Specifications
Dimensional data:
- The structural length of the snowmobile is 3327 millimeters.
- The width of the body is 1181 millimeters.
- The total height of the snowmobile is 1247 millimeters.
- The smallest ski base is 990 millimeters.
- The largest ski base is 1040 millimeters.
Suspension:
- Front suspension type: adjustable AXYS® RMK®.
- Rear suspension type: RMK® Coil-Over.
- Number of front shock absorbers - 2.
- Front shock absorbers: Walker Evans® Comp. Adj. Piggyback.
- Rear shock type: Walker Evans® Comp. Adj. Piggyback.
- Center shock absorbers are Walker Evans® Impact-Extruded Monotube.
- Ski type - Gripper.
- The front suspension travel is 229 millimeters.
- Rear suspension travel is 406 mm.
Propulsion:
- The propulsion type is caterpillar with front-mounted drive sprockets.
- Number of caterpillars - 1.
- The type of tension mechanism is screw.
- Type of caterpillar track: rubber-fabric, reinforced.
- The total length of the track is 3937 millimeters.
- The track width is 380 millimeters.
- The height of the lugs is 50.8 millimeters.
Transmission:
- The installed transmission model is QuickDrive™.
- CVT type - P-85 / TEAM® LWT.
- The type of transmission installed is CVT.
- CVT gears - low (L), high (H), reverse, neutral.
Brakes:
- Brake type: disc, AXYS® RMK® LWT.
- Brake drive type: hydraulic.
Operating parameters:
- Start type of the power unit - manual/electric starter.
- Type of power supply system: Cleanfire® Injection.
- Ignition system type - Clean-Fire 3D.
- Type of lubrication system: oil.
- The structural weight of the snowmobile is 185 kilograms.
- The capacity of the main fuel tank is 43.5 liters.
- Number of places - 1.
- Exhaust system type - Single, 3 Stage VES w/ Smart Actuator.
Basic equipment:
- Electric starter - available.
- Reverse gear - available.
- Heated steering grips and throttle trigger are available.
- Windshield - available.
- Passenger backrest available.
- Rear tow bar - available.
- Speedometer - available.
- Odometer - available.
- Reinforced front bumper - available.
- Rear reinforced bumper - available.
Lighting technology:
- Headlight type: halogen, 55/60.
- Taillight type: LED.
Polaris 800 Switchback PRO - R
If the Indy is a simplified version of a sports short-track machine, then the Switchback PRO - R is not just a well-equipped snowmobile, but one of the most sophisticated crossovers on the market. Here all the bells and whistles are presented in the best possible way: shock absorbers with expansion tanks, a high steering wheel on a spacer with curved ends, lever protection, a digital dashboard, colorful stickers. But the most remarkable and attractive thing is the rear suspension. Here the Rush style is already fully present. There are birdcage tubes and a Walker Evans shock that's easy to reach if you need to do any tuning. The front suspension is also of a high level and also adjustable. So the Switchback can drive on roads of varying degrees of roughness very quickly.
A large, heavy track has virtually no effect on the performance of the suspension. The clever lever system absorbs shocks perfectly. If you need to jump onto some surface made of ice or petrified clay, the Switchback is great. He takes the blows noticeably, but not so hard that they cause discomfort. And by playing with shock absorber clickers, you can achieve more correct response in specific situations, give more comfort while traveling or damping on a hard road. Despite the higher price, it does not have the lightness that Indy is distinguished by. It handles well, goes where it is told, but the driver must make an effort. This is quite natural, given that it has a longer track, due to this the overall weight is greater, as well as unsprung.
But in virgin lands, a long track is a fabulous gift. With it, you no longer need to think through every line and be afraid three times before stopping whether you will be able to go later. In snowdrifts, the crossover feels very confident and demonstrates almost mountain crossability. And even some mountain techniques work on it. For example, turns on one ski are very easy for him. The main thing is to bend over, because the track is relatively wide and is designed for a stable position in rolled turns, and then you ride freely in an arc. The engine is the same 800 cm3 second generation as in Indy. It’s impossible to say anything new about it in relation to the Switchback; the snowmobile accelerates just as sharply and quickly, maybe the body will give way on a kilometer straight due to the greater weight, but this is not a difference to worry about.
Polaris Switchback is the optimal Russian snowmobile for active riding. We don’t have many high-quality groomed trails where you can drive short-track vehicles with pleasure; one way or another you have to get out onto virgin soil. Where the crossover can drive confidently, especially with the appropriate driver skills. Of course, in Kamchatka with a five-meter “powder” it will not save the situation, but in the central regions with mixed routes it will be very useful. The PRO - R package is one of the richest, so you don’t even need tuning. At the same time, the price in Polaris showrooms is very humane. So the current price promotion for the 2014 model is a good chance to buy a good snowmobile for pre-crisis money.
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Engine
The Polaris 800 snowmobile is equipped with a Liberty brand power unit. This engine has two cylinders, the total displacement of which is 795 cubic meters. The diameter of each cylinder is 85 millimeters. The piston stroke is 70 millimeters. The rated output power is 113.27 kilowatts or 154 horsepower, which is quite a high figure. It also uses a liquid cooling system with bypass, which allows you to operate the machine not only at fairly low ambient temperatures. The average fuel consumption for every hundred kilometers for this unit is about 16-17 liters. Started using an electric starter.
Price
It is worth noting that the Polaris 800 snowmobile is not a cheap pleasure. The cost of a new car usually starts from one million rubles and up to 1.2 million Russian rubles. The price of the machine changes depending on the year of production of the equipment, its configuration and version (basic or modified).
You can also purchase a used car, however, the cost for this option is also considerable - from 850 thousand rubles to 1.1 million Russian rubles. Here the price also depends on the year of production, version (basic or modified), general technical condition, and the number of kilometers traveled.
When purchasing a new snowmobile, the buyer is given a one-year warranty. And if during this period any malfunctions occur in the equipment, the official dealer provides free repair and service of the snowmobile. For the Polaris 800 model, the manufacturer has added a second warranty year, which comes into effect only if the client carefully operates the machine. This is precisely evidenced by the appearance of the equipment and the general technical condition; if everything is normal, then the official dealer will also undertake warranty repairs and service as in the first year of the warranty.
Owner reviews
- It doesn’t matter to him whether it’s a prepared track or impassable snow, he rushes everywhere. Now we go fishing with the men even more often. It has never broken yet, I hope it will continue to do so in the future.
- My friends and I often go out onto steep snow-covered slopes. I have no complaints about this snowfield. The cross-country ability is excellent, the engine is powerful.
- I'm new to this and this is my first purchase. Friends persuaded me to buy this particular model, I liked it, it’s only fast for me for now. And I'm very pleased with the purchase.
- I am a big extreme sports enthusiast, for me safety comes first. I often go out to drive with friends. And I give great preference to this particular model.
Not knowing the ford..
I REMEMBERED this saying when I returned from the ice of the Moscow River back to the earth’s surface. Or he might not return. However - first things first...
In pursuit of a spectacular photo, the photographer and I descended onto the treacherous spring ice. At first glance, it was quite durable. And Alexey Barashkov asked me to spin around in front of the camera. For greater effect, I turned off all-wheel drive and switched to rear-wheel drive again. Turning the steering wheel, I launch the “Sportsman” like a fan through the snow. The four-wheeler twisted into it like a corkscrew into a traffic jam. First, ice porridge flew out from under the frantically rotating rear wheels, then jets of water soared up, and the stern of the Polaris plunged into an ice hole, which the all-terrain vehicle itself “gnawed” with its wheels. The feeling is not pleasant. I frantically press the yellow button on the steering wheel, turning on the “4x4” mode. The “Sportsman”, slowly going under the water, climbs out with its front wheels onto the hard ice, I jump off the saddle, continuing to press the gas trigger all the way, and the all-terrain vehicle, like a horse that has dropped an unbearable load, literally jumps out of the water. And then the sharp grinding sound of the steel protection running along the entire belly of the car against the edge of broken ice seemed like a magical sound to me...
The photographer and I could only praise the heavens and the Polaris engineers who developed the so-called “true all-wheel drive.” Its essence is that all four wheels always rotate equally, regardless of the degree of slippage (here it is appropriate to draw an analogy with an SUV in which the center, rear and even front differentials are locked). While most ATVs use a limited-slip front differential, the Polaris does without one at all. Therefore, unlike many other all-terrain vehicles, engine energy is not lost through slipping wheels: each of them always receives the required 25% of engine power. And it’s good that it’s fuel-injected: when you press the accelerator sharply, the engine doesn’t even “choke,” but instantly and evenly picks up speed.
