The Polaris Ranger was replaced with
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- Опубликовано: 10 фев 2025
- I figured it was time to upgrade to a heated cab this winter. The Polaris Ranger has been sold, and a 2022.5 Can-Am Defender HD 10 limited has taken its place. I had used the Ranger almost everyday on our property, and it was awesome for pushing snow with the Boss V plow. I had zero issues with that machine, I hope to say the same about this one. I'm ready for a fun fall, and hopefully a snowy winter.
Beautiful machine! This is exactly what I want once we move to Montana. Looking forward to your next video.
That’s a nice color combo, you’ll be enjoying that in the winter.
Nice machine.👍. I ordered the hd9 cab model. I tried out a defender and really like how it rides and the quiet cab. I currently run a 2017 commander 1000xt. I have to use ear plugs even after installing noise and heat dampening material under the engine compartment plastics. The heat from that engine is almost unbearable in the summer. I don’t ride it on hot days. It’s a great winter machine lol.
That's S.I.C.K , I have the 21 Can-Am six-seater awesome unit I would just add a little 2 or 3in lift kit on that one.
That thing is sweet!!
Awesome, I have one on order. You say you had no issues with the polaris. What about cold weather starting? you did not mention that. That is the biggest reason I did not even look at polaris. it can hit -10 to -30 here in the winter and I towed my buddys polaris to shore a number of times with my 2005 can am
The Polaris was fantastic starting in the cold. Same battery for 6 years, no issues.
You still like the defender?
I do. I pushed snow all winter with it, without issue, with the big boss v plow. Nice warm cab, and no issues thus far. How about you?
@@macgyver515 yeah! They are so nice to have. Happy to hear it’s treating you well buddy
Very nice, what size rims and tires?!
2022/2022.5 have 27 inch tires, on 14 inch rims. 2023 models come with 30 tires from the factory.
How do you like your defender limited now that you've had it a few months ?? Better than ranger north star ?? Considering buying one or the other
They both have their pros and cons. The four wheel drive system in the Polaris is better, but the can am does fine for what I do. The cab is bigger in the defender, and the interior is a little better, too, in my opinion. The Polaris come with led lights, and a radio. That's not a big deal for me, since I add my own light bar anyway.
It was fantastic pushing snow this winter. The heat is amazing, and the AC worked well in the summer. I think the HVAC is very good in both. The Can-Am has less squeaks and rattles. However the brakes do tend to squeal, which can be addressed. Overall I'm quite happy with it, but it's definitely a luxury UTV. Neither one is an ideal trail rig. I use mine around the property first and foremost, and a little bit on the trails. Not sure this helped, but good luck on your search.
Ya thanks man. I like both. Heard the can am is less noisy inside the cab which is a plus for me. They added factory Led lights and 30 inch tires now, I test drove one the other day. My brother has a polaris but it's an older model so hard to compare
Don't get me wrong, both of them have road noise, they are not like a car obviously. But they're still pretty fancy for a UTV. I hang on to my stuff for a long time, so I plan on taking care of it.
Ya I appreciate the input. It's hard to find someone who has owned/driven both the polaris and can am so any insight is useful !
Do you happen to have the link for those rigid back up lights? Just got a defender limited and wanting to do the same. Any tips would be greatly appreciated
RIGID INDUSTRIES Ignite Backup Kit Black Flood Flush Mount: Mounting Accessories For Offroad Use a.co/d/2FtuffH
You are going to remove the Ridgid light from its housing, and not use it. You will need to drill a one inch hole for the light, and use the housing as a template for the screw layout. You will need to trim it a little to lay it flat for tracing. I then bought a toggle switch off Amazon as well, and put it next to the LED light switch. It's not difficult, it just takes time. Good luck.
@@macgyver515 Thanks for the info/tips! Really appreciate it
How do you like those mirrors?
I like the size, and the solid construction. However, a small spring is used at the hinge point (weird). It makes for more movement in the mirror than I would like. A little reinforcement at the spring helped. The engineering at that point is weird.
@@macgyver515 Meaning the whole mirror vibrates, or the whole mirror moves easily and doesn't stay in place?
@@jeffvry4187 The mirror(s) vibrate at higher speeds, but stays in place. Since I use mine at mostly slower speeds, work on the property, or mild trail riding, it's fine for my needs. I like the larger mirror. If you do mostly aggressive riding, or riding on a lot of tight trails, you may want to look at something else.
Do u no part number on mirrors
Whered your can-am badge go off both your mirrors?
There was no badging on them when I purchased from the dealership.
@@macgyver515 Might wanna check on that suppose to have a canam badge on the back of them mirrors
Did it come with the side mirrors?
It did not. They gave me a 20% discount on the mirrors when I bought the machine. I purchased them from the parts store.
Can you lock the doors?
Unfortunately no. One of the negatives about the new door design, and a big oversight on their part. Otherwise I'm happy with the doors.