Hi…..I agree with all your comments. I did buy the Defender XMR because I wanted the front and rear lockers. My intent is to build up to a cab version over time, but I love the 15 inches of clearance as well. I am putting an inferno heater system and don’t really care about AC. I have a 10,000 lbs WARN winch that I use for my truck that is removable and wired for the front and back of my truck and the back of the Defender. It is cradled and fits into the 2 inch hitch receiver . It has saved me and others multiple times for its size and location on the rear of the machine. I added Diamond LED lights, as well as a light bar, but Can am needs to fix this problem, which they have on their ATV’s, so expecting 2024’s to have the upgrade. I do not have the roof rack, is this useful? The only thing I find is that the machine is big to be riding with ATV’s and the added height is a concern.
Sounds like a really cool build. Well to answer your question about the roof rack…our new 2023 defender doesn’t have one. We used it but not enough to justify the expense.
Yes, the Ranger is super nice but I feel like the belt drive on the CANAM is better. It does an ok job keeping the dust out but it could be better. I hate that the new CANAM doors don’t have a lock.
I am going to order o e of the new 2023 Defender Max Limited's in a couple of weeks. I plan on putting Tusk Terrabite 30x10x14 with the Teton wheels on mine with the 6:1 offset as I don't want to go any wider than stock. You did not say but I don't think you have to do anything like installing forward a-arms or lift kit to run 30's, correct? Also, did you also go with the 6:1 wheel? Thanks for your help.
Do you ever have problems when driving in the rain/through puddles and the dang interior fogs up like crazy? I have a defender 6x6 and had the cab kit with heat installed and it turns into a wet sauna in there the second it’s wet. It is my biggest pet peeve aside from the damn handle on the windshield getting loose and falling apart.
@@BackcountryLife That was my thoughts also. When I picked up my 22 limited I saw the warning stickers in it and the dealer was adamant forward facing only when towing. I was kinda concerned about the suicide doors on the highway when they are facing forward.
In my immediate family, we bought four Defender Max Limited ATV’S. The first three came with locking doors. The last one, a LoneStar Edition, came without locking doors. What bonehead at Can-Am decided to stop building the rigs without door locks? These will be used for hunting. Now I am unable to lock my extra hunting gear inside the ATV. Bait and switch. I am not impressed.
What you doing today? Also what else do we need for our Defender? Comment below.
Heat and AC are a must but I do like that you can open the windshield to get some fresh air.
Yeah I did not think I would like the HAVC as much as we do. Also having a cab really cuts down on the dust. I really hate UTV's because of the dust.
Hi…..I agree with all your comments. I did buy the Defender XMR because I wanted the front and rear lockers. My intent is to build up to a cab version over time, but I love the 15 inches of clearance as well. I am putting an inferno heater system and don’t really care about AC. I have a 10,000 lbs WARN winch that I use for my truck that is removable and wired for the front and back of my truck and the back of the Defender. It is cradled and fits into the 2 inch hitch receiver . It has saved me and others multiple times for its size and location on the rear of the machine. I added Diamond LED lights, as well as a light bar, but Can am needs to fix this problem, which they have on their ATV’s, so expecting 2024’s to have the upgrade. I do not have the roof rack, is this useful? The only thing I find is that the machine is big to be riding with ATV’s and the added height is a concern.
Sounds like a really cool build. Well to answer your question about the roof rack…our new 2023 defender doesn’t have one. We used it but not enough to justify the expense.
Did you look at the Ranger? Also, how does it do with keeping dust out?
Yes, the Ranger is super nice but I feel like the belt drive on the CANAM is better. It does an ok job keeping the dust out but it could be better. I hate that the new CANAM doors don’t have a lock.
Not sure the door swing matters for hills or wind. Reverse the hinging and you have the same problem.
haha probably true....I hate the doors no matter how they open.
I am going to order o e of the new 2023 Defender Max Limited's in a couple of weeks.
I plan on putting Tusk Terrabite 30x10x14 with the Teton wheels on mine with the 6:1 offset as I don't want to go any wider than stock. You did not say but I don't think you have to do anything like installing forward a-arms or lift kit to run 30's, correct? Also, did you also go with the 6:1 wheel?
Thanks for your help.
Yeah I did not install the forward a-arms and I am running the Teton wheels 14x7 5.0+2.0 with 30x10R14 with the stock setup.
@@BackcountryLife thanks a lot for your feedback!
@@scottg9208 you will have to email me some pictures of your setup. sam @backcountrymtnlife.com
Does the air conditioning cool the rear cabin quickly in summer? only polaris have a/c vents in the rear cabin
Yes it does a pretty good job, nobody has complained
Do you ever have problems when driving in the rain/through puddles and the dang interior fogs up like crazy? I have a defender 6x6 and had the cab kit with heat installed and it turns into a wet sauna in there the second it’s wet. It is my biggest pet peeve aside from the damn handle on the windshield getting loose and falling apart.
Yeah that has happened a few times but its really never all that bad. I haven't had the windshield handle fall of yet.....
What is the brand of the roof rack
Can-and own brand
@@BackcountryLife Thanks for the reply
@@justinvanzant4644 not a problem
Changing dirt bike tires is what I am doing today
What are you putting on?
@@dirtbikesicehockey4788 Bridgestone M59 front and IRC VE33s rear.
Have you had any issue with towing it loaded backward on your trailer? I know CanAm says specifically not to do this.
No issues. I could see if a window got left open or if you did not have a rear glass panel then the wind could blow the windshield out .
@@BackcountryLife That was my thoughts also. When I picked up my 22 limited I saw the warning stickers in it and the dealer was adamant forward facing only when towing. I was kinda concerned about the suicide doors on the highway when they are facing forward.
@@224dan58 So far I have had zero issues and have pulled it a ton on our open trailer.
In my immediate family, we bought four Defender Max Limited ATV’S. The first three came with locking doors. The last one, a LoneStar Edition, came without locking doors. What bonehead at Can-Am decided to stop building the rigs without door locks? These will be used for hunting. Now I am unable to lock my extra hunting gear inside the ATV. Bait and switch. I am not impressed.
strange ours has door locks.
@@BackcountryLife they quit providing door locks in mid 2022. Chicken shit move to save a few Pennie’s - I assume.
@@mouldingwood1 Oh that's right the 22.5's so lame. Yeah I noticed there seems to be no locks on the 23' either.