That's a nice rig. Living on an island, all I see is golf carts now. I like the fact that it's dirty. Where I live I see maxed out jeeps and 4 x 4's all the time that look like they could crawl the Rocky Mountains, however they are spotless. Not a speck of dirt on the underside.
I hear y’a, it’s getting a nice collection of scuffs and scratches on it already - and that’s how i like it. Picked up a small ryobi battery powered pressure washer and does a great job getting the rig cleaned off after a ride.
Thanks for the video. I just picked up my HD7 DPS this weekend. I really like it and think that it will provide years of reliable use. I mostly run old logging roads as well, but they’re in much worse shape than the ones around your area 😀. I agree that it doesn’t cruise at fast speeds, but I’m coming from a RZR S.
I'm looking for a side by side and tested the cfmoto uforce 600 yesterday and engine rpm was over 4000 and not going very fast. I thought the engine would blow. The dealer said they rev high and not a problem but it was super loud. You say yours is not as loud as others and that peaked my interest. I was looking at new but there is a 2022 Can am defender hd7 near my area and only 800K on it for 17,250.00 Canadian .It comes with windshield and winch. Do you think that sounds like a good deal? Ad says never took in bush or abused, just driven around farm. I also enjoyed your video.
Sounds like a good deal, I posted another video where I recorded the decibel level of the machine against other loud engines like a snowblower. It all depends on your tolerance or ear protection for noise.
It’s honestly a little tank. Those low end uses, this does a great job. I haven’t overheated yet. I’m quite happy with the HD7 with what I do around here, but having more power….hard to say no ;)
@@AvoidingChores ok thanks a lot. I think the XT HD9, is another 5-6k Canadian. I have a good lead on an HD7 base for 13,700 Canadian, and I’m tempted to jump but then someone was telling me about the vtwin and the pro torque vs what the hd7 has… but good to hear. Do you load up and go through mud holes at all? Thanks for the vids.
@AvoidingChores thanks. Just picked mine up and it started idling rough and stalling at idle. remembered dealer said it sat for a year and smelled the gas...definitely year old gas. Had it siphoned out and new gas, and dealer reflashed ecu with some updates. Seems to be idling a lot better now. Was just curious what yours idled at and how smooth it was.
@@justinw.2376old gas would do that. also once we get under 0C degrees, the machine will run high & rough for a few min then should drop to 1100-1200 RPM. combination of the two sounds like mine this morning.
@AvoidingChores any chance if you have time could you take a video of how yours idles please? I'm still really debating on whether mine is idling correct or not.
Hi,we have a series of UTV and ATV ,Truck and Jeep aftermarket accessories, now we are looking for some people to evaluate the can am defender led turn signal DRL lights , are you interested?
have not done that yet, but have done all the other maintenance & greasing as outlined in the manual. It's on my list of items to replace next spring along with the belt.
@@AvoidingChores I figured it out your front diff will be Dark from the visco lock but the other 2 will look brand new if you have no problems mine has been in the mud it’s whole life still clean gear oil
Definitely quieter than an x3. If I were to buy a defender though, I would go straight for the xmr 1000. Have a ranch near kamloops BC and fence mending and ranching doesn't stop when everything starts to flood.
There’s lot to like with the XMR Truman’s I agree not much would slow that one down. I’ll be hauling mine up to the family farm next month, see what the old man thinks of it.
I know this is an older video, But what kind of range do you get driving the way you do? I believe the capacity is 10.6 gallons. I would think the range would be pretty high.
Hi Mark - I haven't done a detailed measurement in a few months, but I estimate that I can get about ~325km (200mi) range with a full tank, I don't bring extra fuel when I plan for a day run (4-6 hrs, 60-100km of riding) because I know that I consistently reach halfway on the fuel indicator when I'm close to ~150km of riding. Although I haven't seen how quick it drops on the bottom half of the tank. I haven't been on a ride where I needed to stretch out the fuel. I have noticed that it may fluctuate a bit (on the lower side) depending where you get it or get a lower grade.
Love the alpine on the tailgate 🤘cheers from NB 🍻
my man!
Nice machine man. Good to see you doing well.
Appreciate it my man, always enjoy seeing you commenting here & there :)
How the power of the 700 ? Does it do good on fuel too !
Great machine. Glad you're getting to use it for fun and not just work. Haha
Had some work last few weeks and now I’m ready for another play session 😀
That's a nice rig. Living on an island, all I see is golf carts now. I like the fact that it's dirty. Where I live I see maxed out jeeps and 4 x 4's all the time that look like they could crawl the Rocky Mountains, however they are spotless. Not a speck of dirt on the underside.
I hear y’a, it’s getting a nice collection of scuffs and scratches on it already - and that’s how i like it. Picked up a small ryobi battery powered pressure washer and does a great job getting the rig cleaned off after a ride.
Thanks for the video. I just picked up my HD7 DPS this weekend. I really like it and think that it will provide years of reliable use. I mostly run old logging roads as well, but they’re in much worse shape than the ones around your area 😀. I agree that it doesn’t cruise at fast speeds, but I’m coming from a RZR S.
Hope you were able to enjoy the new buggy and got it a bit dirty.. and got some chores done ;)
Trying to decide between defender HD7 crew or Polaris 570 sp 4 seater.
You like it still? Looking for an HD7
@@freedomfilledlife yes, I still like it a lot. Perfect for what I use it for. Zero issues so far
@@robertsullivan9495hey I’m curious how it is at hauling or low speeds? Does it overheat at all? Air cooled? I’m still unsure on the hd7 vs hd9
The sealed detachable glove box: did you buy that separate or did it come standard with the machine?
It came with the dps trim
I'm looking for a side by side and tested the cfmoto uforce 600 yesterday and engine rpm was over 4000 and not going very fast. I thought the engine would blow. The dealer said they rev high and not a problem but it was super loud. You say yours is not as loud as others and that peaked my interest. I was looking at new but there is a 2022 Can am defender hd7 near my area and only 800K on it for 17,250.00 Canadian .It comes with windshield and winch. Do you think that sounds like a good deal? Ad says never took in bush or abused, just driven around farm. I also enjoyed your video.
Sounds like a good deal, I posted another video where I recorded the decibel level of the machine against other loud engines like a snowblower. It all depends on your tolerance or ear protection for noise.
What’s it like with low speeds and hauling / crawling? Does it overheat at all? I’m still not sure about the HD seven versus the HD nine
Thanks a lot.
It’s honestly a little tank. Those low end uses, this does a great job. I haven’t overheated yet. I’m quite happy with the HD7 with what I do around here, but having more power….hard to say no ;)
@@AvoidingChores ok thanks a lot. I think the XT HD9, is another 5-6k Canadian. I have a good lead on an HD7 base for 13,700 Canadian, and I’m tempted to jump but then someone was telling me about the vtwin and the pro torque vs what the hd7 has… but good to hear. Do you load up and go through mud holes at all? Thanks for the vids.
Hey, enjoyed your review. I just picked up my 2022 HD9 XT. Where are you located ?
Hope you get some fun with your new XT. I’m located in Halifax area in Nova Scotia.
@@AvoidingChores , awesome, I recently retired and moved to Eastern Passage !
Thanks for video, was wondering how the can am is holding up , any break downs etc ,
holding up great. no issues so far that I've noticed. Been doing the regular maintenance
Cool , thank you for replying
So my started to not move. I give gas and nothing than it kicks. Probably a belt?
good review man
How well does it idle for you? Just picked up one and it seems to run rougher than expexted. Mine runs between 1100-1350rpm
Yeah that around the range mine does
@AvoidingChores thanks. Just picked mine up and it started idling rough and stalling at idle. remembered dealer said it sat for a year and smelled the gas...definitely year old gas. Had it siphoned out and new gas, and dealer reflashed ecu with some updates. Seems to be idling a lot better now. Was just curious what yours idled at and how smooth it was.
@@justinw.2376old gas would do that. also once we get under 0C degrees, the machine will run high & rough for a few min then should drop to 1100-1200 RPM. combination of the two sounds like mine this morning.
@@AvoidingChores that makes me feel better. Thanks
@AvoidingChores any chance if you have time could you take a video of how yours idles please? I'm still really debating on whether mine is idling correct or not.
do you have any backfiring/popping from the exhaust when letting off the throttle ?
only happened a few times while going a steep downhill, very seldom.
Hi,we have a series of UTV and ATV ,Truck and Jeep aftermarket accessories, now we are looking for some people to evaluate the can am defender led turn signal DRL lights , are you interested?
Have you done a rear diff fluid change is it the trans fluid together or are they separate
have not done that yet, but have done all the other maintenance & greasing as outlined in the manual. It's on my list of items to replace next spring along with the belt.
@@AvoidingChores I figured it out your front diff will be Dark from the visco lock but the other 2 will look brand new if you have no problems mine has been in the mud it’s whole life still clean gear oil
Definitely quieter than an x3. If I were to buy a defender though, I would go straight for the xmr 1000. Have a ranch near kamloops BC and fence mending and ranching doesn't stop when everything starts to flood.
There’s lot to like with the XMR Truman’s I agree not much would slow that one down. I’ll be hauling mine up to the family farm next month, see what the old man thinks of it.
Nice video! How have you been cleaning the interior?
I’m using a soft brush, pressure washer and good soap gets me pretty good results
A vinyl window will help with the dust but really a vented windshield will just about eliminate that
I give it another year and I might just change the windshield go with vented.
I know this is an older video, But what kind of range do you get driving the way you do? I believe the capacity is 10.6 gallons. I would think the range would be pretty high.
Hi Mark - I haven't done a detailed measurement in a few months, but I estimate that I can get about ~325km (200mi) range with a full tank, I don't bring extra fuel when I plan for a day run (4-6 hrs, 60-100km of riding) because I know that I consistently reach halfway on the fuel indicator when I'm close to ~150km of riding. Although I haven't seen how quick it drops on the bottom half of the tank. I haven't been on a ride where I needed to stretch out the fuel.
I have noticed that it may fluctuate a bit (on the lower side) depending where you get it or get a lower grade.
@@AvoidingChores thanks for the fast reply. I enjoyed your video by the way. Do you use non ethanol fuel in your hd7?
In Canada there’s ethanol blends in most brands. Hard to find non ethanol blends in some regions. I try to get the highest (93 or 95) when at pump
What is that mini BBQ you have? Great size!
That is a Napoleon TravelQ 1165, great size for quick tailgate down kind of thing.
Will it cruise at 40
At 40 km/h or 40 mph - it cruises on gravel service roads just fine.
I thought you were doing a review of the MACHINE.
What did omit from the video? So that I know what to cover in the 1000km mark
Are you interested in product testing? We'd like to invite you to test the UTV cover.
i smoked every time he said "here". i forgot my own name.
The downside of 5 years of legal cannabis in Canada 😉
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