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2018 Specs, Changes, Features

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UNDER CONSTRUCTION === Revised March 27th 4:00 am CDT

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Please be aware that the final specifications, colors, features, sales programs and warranty details, may be subject to adjustment and correction, mostly in the next 45 days, but technically, up to the date of delivery of the snowmobile or accessory.

The MY18 Polaris snowmobile lineup is described by several elements:
. MODEL FAMILY: Indy, RMK, Rush, Switchback, Titan, Voyageur
. TRIM: Adventure, Assault, LE, LXT, Pro-RMK, Pro-S, Pro-X, SP, SKS, XC, XCR
. ENGINE: 550(fan cooled), 600, 800(liquids)
. Some models are available with factory Electric Start (ES)
. Some models also have track lug height/length/style options

Here is the .PDF download of the 2018 Snowmobile brochure, with specs on the last pages:

Polaris 2018 Snowmobile Brochure

Polaris 2017 Snowmobile Brochure

And the .PDF download of the 2018 Snowmobile Accessories & Apparel Catalog.

Polaris 2018 US$ Snowmobile Accessories & Apparel Catalog

This is a selection web page to help you decide which sleds you want to explore in more detail:

Choose / Build your snowmobile


The Snowmobile Sneak Peeks are open to the public, and happening NOW! Here's the schedule:


USA Snowmobile Sneak Peek display schedule


Canada Snowmobile Sneak Peek display schedule


Here's a picture of the NEW in MY17 Polaris MessageCenter (MC) Gauge which features:
•Larger viewable LCD screen @ 4.3”
•Increased display area +25% over MFD
•Scrolling message center communicates vehicle information
•External Vertical Warning lights on either side of screen
•red or blue backlight setup options
Upgrade MY15-16 AXYS MFD with 2882119 MC gauge $200US + 2882120 AXYS install kit $110US

This is sometimes called the MC Gauge. All MY18 Polaris snowmobiles that don't come standard with an IDD, except the WideTrak and Youth 120 sleds, use this as the standard gauge. The next level up is the IDD gauge, factory or dealer installed. The old MFD gauge is not used on any MY18 AXYS sleds.




== 2018 LIMITED EDITION Models == ==

Founder's Edition Color
.. OR
Pink Ribbon Rider Color

These Snow Check colors are available on:

. Pro-S or Pro-X trim
. 800 SKS 146


== NEW MODELS for 2018 ==============


2018 800 SKS 146
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 800 146. Black Pearl.black.black .. alum . alum.
. Adjustable AXYS RMK IFS: 39/40/41" Ski center to center distance
. Forged Aluminum Upper & Lower control arms
. Gripper skis
. 438" diameter SwayBar
. Built on Axys Flatland chassis, jackshaft thru tunnel like SBA 144
.. NOT on RMK chassis, jackshaft above tunnel like SKS 155
. Aluminum Overstructure
. Front bulkhead cooler, tunnel coolers/protectors
. IGX 146 Rear Suspension, Tipup rails
.. 2 rear torsion/hairsprings
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback needle IFS
. W/E Monotube FTS coilover shock
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback NO needle RTS no coil shock
. Message Center 4.3" LCD gauge
. Integrated semi-rigid underseat storage.
. ProTaper flat 7/8" alum. Handlebars 3.5" riser
.. 45 degree hooks each side, mountain hoop
. Performance seat, 12 gal. fuel tank.
. Behind/Underseat storage bag.
. PowderTrac Hybrid Running Boards 56% open space
. " Chaincase center distance
. 800cc Gears 2.10 20:42-70 2.25"
. 146 x 2.25" Peak track
. SC Options: NO track, colors, ES, Windshield, NO shocks, NO bar, IDD
. 800cc SKS 146 $13,599US/CDN stock, + ES $400US
. 800cc SKS 146 $13,799US/CDN Snowcheck Select


2018 600/800 Switchback XCR 137
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 600 . red/white . black . black . black . black
. 800 . VelocityBlue.black .black . black . black

Only four color schemes are offered for a SnowCheck XCR
. SnowChk.side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 6/800.Pearl Black ..... black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.Indy Red ......... black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.WhiteLightning.black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.VelocityBlue .... black. black ... black .black

. Pro-Steer skis
. 438" dia. swaybar, like Pro-X
. Alum. handlebars, 2.8" riser
. HD suspension and brake parts
. aluminum overstructure
. Walker Evans hi-low speed comp. adjustable IFS, RTS shocks
. WE 2" body FTS shock,
. Pro-XC rear suspension
. 136 x 15 x 1.352" Cobra track
. SnowCheck options: NO track, Color, ES, Windshield, NO shocks, NO riser, IDD
. 600cc SB XCR $12,299US/CDN
stock + ES $400US
. 600cc SB SCR $12,299US SnowCheck Select
. 800cc SB XCR $14,199US/CDN
stock includes ES
. 800cc SB XCR $13,799US SnowCheck Select

NOTE: the Switchback XCR will use a 136" x 1.352" Cobra track with 2.52" pitch, the same pitch as the XCR Rush models with 121" tracks.


2018 800 TITAN 155 common specs
. 39-40-41" AXYS Adjustable Ski Center Distance
. 800HO engine with same specs as other AXYS sleds
. Push Button Electric Start, designed for severe cold use
. Titan cooling system with underhood radiator with fan.
. Power Boosting Electric Regulator
.. maximizes electrical power at idle & low rpms
.. supports dual handlebar warmers
.. also optional driver/passenger seat warmers
. brake system with 4 piston caliper
. Alpha Transmission/Chaincase with HI, LO, NEU, REV,
.. Manual Shift Lever on right console
. Titan Articulated Rear Suspension
.. Spring loaded tipup for rear of track.
.. Does not require adjustment for passenger/cargo weight
. 1200 lb. towing capacity
, Tow hitch receiver standard
. PowderTrac extruded aluminum running boards
. 14 gallon fuel tank
. optional 1500 lb. integrated synthetic rope winch
. 129" Overall Length
. Lock & Ride Versa Storage Platform behind driver seat
.. Optional Storage boxes, racks available


800 TITAN Adventure 155
. 155 x 20 x 1.55" Cobra track
. Pro-Float skis
. Aluminum Extreme front bumper
. 4 Fox QS3 clicker shocks
. IDD gauge std
. 25" Extra Tall Wide Clear Windshield
. Mirrors
. Versa Touring Passenger seat with armrests
.. Heated passenger grip, shield plug-in
.. Heated driver & Passenger seats
.. With individual Hi/Low/Off Switches
.. Aluminum Passenger footrests
. Lock & Ride Cargo Box & Luggage rack

. Stock .side panels .... hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. Adventure.blackPearl.black . black . black . alum
. NO SnowCheck Options
Titan Adventure $14,999US
stock


800 TITAN SP 155
. 155 x 20 x 1.375" Ripsaw Track
. Pro-Float skis
. 4 Polaris IFP shocks
. 20" Tall Clear Windshield
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. SP .. white lightning.black . black . black . alum
. NO SC Options
Titan SP $12,999US
stock


800 TITAN XC 155
. 155 x 20 x 1.8" Cobra track
. Gripper Skis
. 4 Fox QS3 Clicker shocks
. Mid height 13" Deep Snow Black Windshield
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. XC black pearl ...... black . black . black . alum
. NO SC Options
Titan XC $13,999US
stock



==RETURNING AXYS MODELS =====================



2018 600/800 RUSH PRO-S
. Stock .side panels...hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 600pros.RadarBlue.black.. black .. alum . alum.
. 800pros.Pearl black.black. black .. alum . alum.
. SnowCheck options: Track, colors, ES, Windshield, Hi-Lo Shocks, Rox Riser, IDD
. 1 pc. hooked handlebar, 2.35" (60mm) riser
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback needle IFS, RTS shocks
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback NO needle FTS
. 120x1.25" Ripsaw II stock, 120x1.352" Cobra SnowCheck option
. 600cc $11,599US/CDN stock + $400ES, $11,799US/CDN snowcheck
. 800cc $12,899US/CDN stock +$400ES, $13,099US/CDN snowcheck


2018 800 RUSH PRO-X snowcheck only
. SnowCheck options: Track, colors, ES, Windshield, NO Shocks, Rox Riser, IDD
. 1 pc. hooked handlebar, 3.5" (89mm) riser
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback needle IFS, RTS shocks
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback NO needle FTS
. IFS shocks are 1.5" longer than Pro-S
. Still has 2.5" taller ride height than Pro-S
. $13,099US/CDN snowcheck 120x1.25" Ripsaw II, 120x1.352" Cobra
.. 120x1.75" BackCountry X track


2018 600/800 RUSH XCR
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 6/800 ...... blue .... black .. black ... black .black

Only four color schemes are offered for a SnowCheck XCR
. SnowChk.side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 6/800.Pearl Black ..... black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.Indy Red ......... black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.WhiteLightning.black. black ... black .black
. 6/800.VelocityBlue .... black. black ... black .black

. Intended for Extreme Performance riders to dominate tough terrain at high speeds.
. Features Polaris Race Technology (PRT)
.. To increase durability & strength for extreme performance, the XCR features additional Race-Inspired Suspension Components, including a Chromoly Rear Pivot, Heavy-Duty FTS Mount, Solid “Hardened” Jackshaft, Chromoly Front Torque Arm, Dual Limiter Straps, Strength-optimized Reinforced Rail Beams, Solid Rail Bogie Wheels, and IQR Rear Axle w/4 Solid Rear Idler Wheels.
.. The PRT Brake system (AXYS Race Radial) delivers outstanding performance with unparalleled durability. The race rotor provides increased surface area that effectively absorbs heat from brake pads for more consistent performance and even pad wear. The rotor has drilled holes for ventilation. The Brake Scoop on the outside of the right side panel, offers increased cooling and improves durability & performance, while the Type 81 Brake Pads withstand higher temperatures associated with higher speeds.
. Walker Evans® Hi-Lo Speed Compression Adjustable Piggyback Needle Shocks on IFS & RTS, with XCR valving, are more tune-able and allow you to adjust compression to suit your riding styles & the day’s conditions. They are the most durable in extremely rough terrain at high speeds, equipped with MCU bump stops & ice excluders. Sway bar is Pro-X sized (0.438" dia.) for dealing with rocks & stumps and more independent IFS reaction.
. Walker Evans® Hi-Lo Speed Compression Adjustable, 2.0” Body & 2.0" Piggyback (NOT needle) Front Track Shock (FTS). Polaris developed, these shocks feature a larger diameter to withstand higher speeds and increased oil volume for higher temperature operation.
. One Piece IQR Hooked handlebars (different than Pro-X) Superior strength chromoly construction with a 90º left side hook that allows for aggressive cornering with ease 45º right side hook.
. 3.5" (89mm) handlebar riser, (same as Pro-X).
. Aluminum Overstructure above motor, most AXYS have carbon fiber. When overloaded the carbon fiber tubing will break and may make the sled undrivable. The Aluminum tubing Overstructure, will more often bend, than break. There is a greater chance of being drivable with the overstructure bent.
. Has a 121x1.352" lug, 2.52" pitch Cobra track. 48 panels per track
. 121x1.75", 2.52" pitch BackCountry X INTL
. 7.063" Chaincase center distance, like Rush/SB137
. 600cc Gears 1.86 22:41-70 1.35", 1.95 20:39-68 1.75" INTL
. 800cc Gears 1.68 22:37-68 1.35" Cobra
. SnowCheck options: NO Track,4 colors, ES, Windshield, NO Shocks, NO Riser, IDD
. 600cc XCR $11,999US/CDN stock +$400 ES, freight & setup.
. 600cc XCR $11,999US SnowCheck
. 800cc XCR $13,699US/CDN stock w/ES + freight & setup.
. 800cc XCR $13,299US SnowCheck
. ALL AXYS Rush Pro-S/X parts will fit Rush XCR, including 2.86" pitch track drivers and drive axle, and Electric Start.
Conversely XCR parts will fit Pro-S and Pro-X.



2018 600/800 SWITCHBACK ADVENTURE
. Stock .side panels.hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 6/800 . black pearl.black .. black ..black. alum.
. 600cc has MC gauge
. 800cc has IDD gauge
. 1 pc. hooked handlebar, 2.35" (60mm) riser
. Electric Start, RCA(faceshield) and 12v DC outlets std.
. Adventure Cargo System: alum. cargo rack, Hard saddlebags
. Extreme alum. front bumper, hood mount mirrors
. Fox QS3 shocks, 3 postion compression adj. IFS & FTS shock
. Fox Air adjustable shock RTS
. 137 x 1.352" Cobra 2ply track
. Snow Check NO options
. 600cc $12,699US/CDN stock, NO options
. 800cc $14,999US/CDN stock, NO options


2018 600/800 SWITCHBACK PRO-S
. Stock .... side panels .hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 600Pros.gls SuperSteel.black.black.alum . alum
. 800Pros.Indy red .......... black.black.alum . alum.
. SnowCheck options: Track, colors, ES, Windshield, Hi-Lo shocks, Rox Riser, IDD
. 1 pc. hooked handlebar, 2.35" (60mm) riser
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback needle IFS, RTS shocks
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback NO needle FTS
. MC gauge std. / IDD snowcheck option
. 137x1.25" Ripsaw II stock, 137x1.352" Cobra snowcheck opt.
. 600cc $11,899US/CDN stock +$400ES, $12,099US/CDN snowcheck
. 800cc $13,399US/CDN stock +$400ES, $13,599US/CDN snowcheck


2018 800 SWITCHBACK PRO-X Snowcheck
. SnowCheck options: Track, colors, ES, Windshield, NO Shocks, Rox Riser, IDD
. 1 pc. hooked handlebar, 3.5" (89mm) riser
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback needle IFS, RTS shocks
. W/E Comp. adj. Piggyback NO needle FTS
. IFS shocks are 1.5" longer than Pro-S
. Still has 2.5" taller ride height than Pro-S
. $13,599US/CDN Snowcheck 137x1.25" Ripsaw II, 137x1.352" Cobra,
and 137x1.75" BackCountry X


2018 600/800 SWITCHBACK ASSAULT 144
. Stock .side panels ........ hood.nosepan.tunnel.rail
. 6assault.white lightning. black. black .. alum . alum.
. 8assault.matte titanium. black. black .. alum . alum.
. AXYS IFS: 42.5" Ski center to center distance
. 0.531" diameter SwayBar, same as Pro-S, reduce inside ski lift
. Front bulkhead cooler, tunnel coolers/protectors
. IGX 144 Rear Suspension, Tipup rails
.. 2 rear torsion/hairsprings
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback needle IFS
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback NO needle FTS coilover shock
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback NO needle RTS no coil shock
.. NO SnowCheck upgrade option for Hi-Lo speed compression adjustment of shocks
. Message Center 4.3" LCD gauge
. Integrated semi-rigid underseat storage.
. ProTaper 7/8" alum. flat Handlebars, 3.5" (89mm) Riser
. PowderTrac Hybrid Running Boards 56% open space
. 7.063" Chaincase center distance, like Rush/SB137
. 600cc Gears 1.86 22:41-70 1.35" Cobra, 2.11 19:40-68 2.0"
. 600cc Gears 1.86 22:41-70 1.75" BackCountry INTL
. 800cc Gears 1.74 23:40-70 1.35" Cobra, 2.10 20:42-70 2.0"
. 144 x 1.352 Cobra 2.52" pitch Stock or SnowCheck
. 144 x 1.6 Cobra 2.52" pitch Snow Check only
. 144 x 2.0 Series 4.0 2.52" pitch Snow Check only
. Snow Check Options: Track, Colors, ES, Windshield, NO shocks, NO riser, IDD
. 600cc SBA $12,299US/CDN stock +$400ES
.. $12,499US/CDN Snowcheck colors & options
. 800cc SBA $13,599US/CDN stock
+$400ES
.. $13,799US/CDN Snowcheck colors & options



== SNOW CHECK OPTIONS Not available on all sleds ==========

. Available on Rush/Switchback Pro-S
. Available on Rush/Switchback Pro-X
. Available on Rush/Switchback XCR
. NO options for 600/800 Switchback Adventure
. Available on Switchback Assault (tracks, color, ES, Windshield, IDD)


== 2018 Snow Check choices, not available on all models.

Track choices, different styles and lug heights.
Color choices involve side panels, hood, nosecone, tunnel, rail, ski loop FREE
Electric Start with battery (Manual start is retained) $400US/CDN
Windshield/handguard choice FREE
W/E Hi-Lo Speed Compression adj. piggyback shock upgrade $249US/CDN
. Hi-Lo option only available on Pro-S. Standard on XCR

1 pc. hooked alum. Handlebar (std) + upgrade to Rox adjustable riser $199US/CDN
Polaris Interactive Digital Display (IDD) upgrade $599US/CDN


== Some other information ===============


Details about how Polaris snowmobile Snow Check program works.
 
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#5 ·
I don't think we need more Stickies. This thread is already linked at the top of post#1in the Reference Links thread. I will keep a last Revised date at the top of post #1 in this thread, and add revision posts to this thread so members can easily know what is changed. ALL the current information that is reliable will be in post#1 of this thread.

The Sneak Peek schedule is current.
 
#7 ·
Added SKS 146 preliminary information. Track choices are uncertain at this time.
 
#9 ·
Added preliminary specs for 800 TITAN and 600/800 Switchback/XCR models.

Has anyone had problems viewing the MY18 Snowmobile brochure .pdf file download?
 
#14 · (Edited)
Added preliminary specs for 800 TITAN and 600/800 Switchback/XCR models.

Has anyone had problems viewing the MY18 Snowmobile brochure .pdf file download?
YES the .pdf's have not worked since they went live on the 6th.

Looks like you have a few things wrong in the SKS146 specs???

2018 800 SKS 146
. Adjustable AXYS.RMK IFS: 39/40/41" Ski center to center distance
. Aluminum Upper & Lower control arms
. Gripper skis
. 438" diameter SwayBar
. Built on RMK chassis, jackshaft above tunnel <-- Built on SBA Chassis
. Front bulkhead cooler, tunnel coolers/protectors
. IGX 146 Rear Suspension, Tipup rails
.. 2 rear torsion/hairsprings
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback NO needle IFS
. W/E Monotube FTS coilover shock <-- W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback
. W/E Comp. Adj. piggyback NO needle RTS no coil shock
. Message Center 4.3" LCD gauge
. Integrated semi-rigid underseat storage.
. High-Rise ProTaper 7/8" alum. Handlebars <-- Pro Taper Flat Bars W/Hoop
. AXYS Deep Snow Mid 13”, Matte Windshield
. Pro-Lite Mountain fuel tank and seat. <-- Axys Performance Seat
. PowderTrac Hybrid Running Boards 56% open space
. " Chaincase center distance
. 800cc Gears 2.10 20:42-70 2.25"
. 146 x 2.25 Peak track
. Black Pearl stock color with alum. tunnel rails & spindles
. 800cc SKS $13,599US/CDN stock, ES + $400/500CDN
.. $13,799US/CDN Snowcheck colors & options

Also the 800 Rush Pro-X & the 800 Switchback Pro-X are limited availability snowcheck exclusives.
 
#15 ·
Anybody know if the newer style MC gauge can be used with the older sleds (11-12)? I realize the older ones would need a fuel sender installed. Can both engine temp and track speed be displayed on the MC gauge or still only one or the other?
 
#17 ·
The specs for the Returning models, are complete.

It is pretty much agreed that the Switchback XCR will have a 137" track.
The MY18 snowmobile announcement Press Release said it would have a 137" track with 2.52" pitch. That doesn't really settle the discussion, does it?

Uncertainty as to the track lengths on the Rush Pro-S.
 
#22 ·
In post#1, tuned up the pricing and Snow Check options on the new models for MY18. The 800 Titan 155 models have a manual shift lever for the transmission.

No SnowCheck shock option for the Pro-X or XCR trim sleds. SKS 146 is on the AXYS flatland chassis, with the jackshaft thru the tunnel.

All the Switchback sleds with a Pro-XC rear suspension (Adventure, Pro-S, Pro-X and XCR trim) will continue to have 137" long tracks for MY18.
 
#23 ·
There is a 2018 XCR Switchback 600 on dealer floor that has 2.52 track pitch making it 136" measured it!!! The xcr switchback are 2.52 136" confirmed

Also engine updates for the 800. The 2018 they changed the bottom piston ring thickness from 1.4mm to 1.8mm thick. They also added a check valve in 2018 for the oiling of the waterpump sprocket on the crank, this allows the gear to sit in some oil, and when the check valve closes the extra oil will be bled off to the other ports.
 
#24 ·
I already posted that the display XCR switchbacks have the wrong track on them according to my sources at Polaris..


Some of the information on the new sleds is still incorrect. A check valve CLOSING will not bleed off anything, will it.
 
#27 ·
2018's on the dealer floor in spring of 17 may not meet all the final specs a 2018 production model will have. Sometimes it is called running changes for the actual production sled to have different specs.
 
#29 ·
Have current Stock & Snow Check list prices for the AXYS flatland lineup in post#1. Also added more detail on XCR color options and specs. Snow Check options available for different trim levels. Still some details that are not very sure yet.
 
#30 ·
Corrected track choices for MY18 Switchback Assault
 
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