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2012, Can-Am redesigned the Outlander for the
ground up giving better handling and power to
the already proven ATV |
In addition to the new engine option and larger radiator,
Can-am also changed several other things to improve
the overall handling and design of the ATV. Using
Computer-Aided Vehicle Dynamics software BRP was able
to look at the overall geometry of the ATV and improve
on its handling. The end result was a design principle
that BRP calls Geometric Contact Control. This allowed
Can-Am to design an all-new industry-exclusive Surrounding
Spar Technology chassis (SST). The new SST design
chassis offers more strength, better durability, and
precise handling. The new chassis design also allowed
Can-Am to lower the Outlanders center of gravity on
both the 1000 and 800 models.
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New
redesigned double a-arm front suspension with
dive control was introduced to the 2012 model
that not only makes the overall handling of
the ATV better but also helps absorb impacts
along the trail with its five-way adjustable
shocks |
Can-Am also introduced a new redesigned double a-arm
front suspension with dive control to the 2012 Outlander.
The new redesigned front end uses a new anti-kickback
geometry and smaller spindles that further improve
the handling. The 2012 Outlander uses five-way adjustable
shocks that offer an additional inch of travel than
previous year models.
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Can-Am
also introduced a new Tensional Trailing arm
Independent rear suspension that change the
pivot point for the rear suspension giving the
Outlander a smoother ride |
The front suspension was not the only thing changed;
Can-Am also improved their unique Tensional Trailing
arm Independent rear suspension. The new 2012 design
increases the rigidity and increases suspension travel
allowing for better durability and a smoother ride.
As a direct result of changing the chassis the Trailing
arm pivot point was lowered giving the Outlander a little
more squat and improved traction and power transfer
to the ground.
The new Can-Am Outlander also features Visco-Lok
Front Differentials that also improve the overall
handing of the ATV. The innovative Visco-Lok system
can recognize when one wheel is spinning faster thanthe
other and transfers power to the wheel that is better
traction, thus eliminating any wheel hop.
