Great Falls, MT (8/25/2016)
- While we usually yawn when we
see manufacturers come out with so-called “special
editions,” the 2017 RZR XP 1000 EPS SE models
are the real deal. Instead of just tacking on
some cheap accessories and raising the price,
Polaris Special Edition models have brawn behind
the badge.
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Polaris RZR XP 1000 Special Edition |
We teamed up with WORCS racer Ray Bulloch and
rode the new XP 1000 at the private Bull Run
ATV trail system just outside Great Falls, Montana.
This community owned trail system run by Russ
Ehnes. This is our third trip here over the
years. They have some great trails with nice
big hills and overlooks, as well as pine forests,
bridge crossings and more. It was truly an amazing
place to ride. We saw plenty of big mule deer,
which was exciting, and it’s a working cattle
ranch, so there were plenty of cows and horses
around.
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To
test out the new Polaris Ride Command
system we headed to Great Falls, MT to
a working cattle ranch, which is one of
our all-time favorite test drive locations |
There are three different models of the new
XP 1000 SE: Velocity Blue LE, EPS High Lifter
Edition, and the EPS Gold Matte Metallic LE.
We drove the Velocity Blue model. While we’re
not crazy about the color scheme-It’s a bit
flamboyant for our tastes-the package is awesome.
Featuring Ride Command, which is a technological
marvel for off-road enthusiasts, the new machine
also has a list of features that would make
any off-roader drool.
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2017
Polaris RZR XP 1000 Special Edition |
The 110 horsepower ProStar 1000 H.O. engine
is a piece of mechanical goodness. With dual
overhead cams, electronic fuel injection, four
valves per cylinder, dual bore 48mm throttle
bodies and long-tip fuel injectors, this engine
is a truly masterpiece of engineering.
The high-flow clutch system with a race-derived
ducting offers ample airflow to ensure clutches
and belt stay cool. Walker Evans provided the
shocks, and it’s obvious. The ride is smooth
and the machine just eats up the bumps. With
18 inches of rear suspension travel, 16 inches
of front travel and a 13.5-inch ground clearance,
it can take on virtually all obstacles.
The 90-inch wheelbase makes it nimble without
being twitchy.The all-wheel-drive system is
spot on. Combine that with electronic power
steering, adjustable seat slider, tilt wheel,
storage box and more, this RZR’s cockpit is
a nice place in which to spend time.
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WORCS
Pro SXS Racer, Ray Bulloch, test drove
the new 2017 Polaris RZR XP 1000 SE |
Don’t just take our word for it. Ray Bulloch
has been racing RZRs in WORCS for years and
he is a huge fan of the new vehicle.
“It performed very well,” said Bulloch. “I
think it’s a great platform and there are a
lot of products available from Polaris and the
aftermarket for that machine. We beat on my
racing RZR quite a bit and never have any problems
with the stock components. Going from various
different RZRs, I still they have the best feel
as far as handling and power of any machine
I’ve driven.”
